Russillo opens the show by revealing his takeaways from Thursday’s NBA action (1:00). Then, he’s joined by UAB head coach Trent Dilfer to discuss the challenges of recruiting, competing with bigger programs, and how the Patriots move past this season (23:00). Next, Ryen welcomes in Jeff Passan to make sense of Ohtani’s deal, discuss the Dodgers' acquisition of Tyler Glasnow, and share the latest on Yoshinobu Yamamoto (62:00). Finally, Kyle joins the show to answer some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (91:00).
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Trent Dilfer and Jeff Passan
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Clippers Gelling, Stopping Luka, and Giannis’s Dominance. Plus: Trent Dilfer on the Challenges of Coaching at a Smaller School, and Ohtani’s Contract and Yamamoto Rumors With Jeff Passan.

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Russillo starts the pod by by sharing his experience at Game 5 of DAL-LAC and rapid-fire playoff observations (0:38). Then, new Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer comes on to explain his reaction to getting the job, what he wants to bring to the program, and his reaction to the Penix selection (18:13). Next, basketball writer Kirk Goldsberry joins the show to explain how superstars have molded the modern NBA and share his thoughts on the Western Conference playoffs. Then, they each pick their favorite starting five lineup (41:19). Plus, Kyle joins for Life Advice (87:59). How do I groom my son to be an NFL GM?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Kalen DeBoer and Kirk Goldsberry
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Luka and Kyrie Live and More Playoff Reactions. Plus, New Alabama Head Coach Kalen DeBoer on Getting the Gig, and Kirk Goldsberry on the Creation of the Modern NBA.

Russillo starts the pod by welcoming in NBA obituary season and lays out what the Lakers could do next (0:35). Then, Baron Davis joins to explain his Laker fandom, discuss super teams, and reveal his thoughts on Elton Brand (15:45). Plus, another Alliance pick (41:27) with Kyle and Ceruti, and Life Advice (46:18). Is my friend's addiction to flag football a problem?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Baron Davis
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Should the Lakers Really Have Expected Better? Plus, Baron Davis and Life Advice.

Russillo starts the pod by reviewing all three Thursday night games and series (0:30). Then, Todd McShay joins to share his thoughts on the first round of the NFL draft, including the surprise QB picks, and reveals his top players to target in Round 2 (19:00). Plus, another edition of Live Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (66:40). Do I need to ask permission before proposing to my girlfriend?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guest: Todd McShay
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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A Falcons-Penix Zag and More NFL Draft Reaction With Todd McShay, Plus, Nuggets All but Finish Lakers, and Sixers, Magic Win

Russillo starts the pod by taking a look back at the incredible Monday night NBA playoff games (0:35). Then, Todd McShay and Daniel Jeremiah come on to discuss the top quarterbacks, share their candidates to trade up, and play a quick game of On the Clock (21:48). Plus, the Alliance tries to right the ship with Ceruti and Kyle (63:08) and Life Advice (65:26). How do I balance my Phish obsession with my relationship?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Todd McShay and Daniel Jeremiah
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Brutal Losses for the Lakers and Sixers. Plus, the Annual Daniel Jeremiah and Todd McShay NFL Draft Preview!

Russillo opens the show with his thoughts on the play-in games and the end of the Warriors dynasty (0:34). Then, Frank Isola joins to explain what went wrong for Golden State, share which eliminated team needs to hit the reset button, and discuss the Knicks’ ceiling (18:44). Next, comedian Dan Soder comes on to share why he chose comedy and details how jokes are created (55:13). Plus, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (89:51). How do we kick the bad player out of our pick-up games?
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Frank Isola and Dan Soder
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
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Clippers Gelling, Stopping Luka, and Giannis’s Dominance. Plus: Trent Dilfer on the Challenges of Coaching at a Smaller School, and Ohtani’s Contract and Yamamoto Rumors With Jeff Passan.

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