Russillo shares his thoughts on Shohei Ohtani and where he ranks among all-type hype athletes including LeBron James, Tiger Woods, and Connor McDavid (0:40). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Jeff Passan to discuss Ohtani's unprecedented career, the Ohtani narrative in 2018 vs. 2023, whether he will remain with the Angels in the future, and more (13:20). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (51:01). 
 Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Jeff Passan Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohtani Joins LeBron and Tiger in Living Up to the Hype With Jeff Passan

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Russillo starts the pod by looking at Boston’s Game 3 win and explaining why they’re up 3-0 (0:42). Then, Howard Beck joins the show to share his thoughts on the Finals, discuss player legacies, and remember Jerry West (17:27). Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (57:24)! I have no experience with cars … should I restore a beat-up van and visit national parks? Check us out on Youtube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Howard Beck Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celtics Up 3-0, and the Turn on Luka Has Started. Plus, Howard Beck on Tatum Polarization and Remembering Jerry West.

Russillo starts the pod by examining why Dan Hurley may have turned down the Lakers job (0:37). Then, Ceruti and Kyle join the show for another edition of the Alliance (16:10). Finally, a special edition of Life Advice with Joy Taylor (19:05)! This guy I know says he has a boat but I’ve never seen it … does this boat exist? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Joy Taylor Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurley Turns Down the Lakers and What Makes a Great NBA Coach. Plus, Life Advice and More With Joy Taylor!

Russillo starts the pod with his thoughts on Game 1 and reacts to the Dan Hurley rumors (0:40). Then, he’s joined by Raja Bell to discuss why Dallas’s offense looked so difficult, hear which star Raja would rather guard, and talk about the public overreacting to Game 1s. (23:18). Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (61:18)! My daughter sold items at school and now the other parent wants a refund. Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Raja Bell Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can the Mavs Fix the Game 1 Problems? Dan Hurley’s Fit With the Lakers. Plus Raja Bell Talks Guarding Luka, Kyrie, and Tatum.

Russillo begins by sharing what NBA front office members and coaches think of the Finals matchup, then reveals his own pick (0:40). Then, he’s joined by Van Lathan to preview DAL-BOS, discuss Kyrie becoming likable again, and share their thoughts on the Caitlin Clark media coverage (9:15). Plus, a new-look edition of the Alliance (60:55) and Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (69:38)! Is my wife gaslighting me? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Van Lathan Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What NBA Front Offices and Coaches Think About the Mavs-Celtics Finals, Plus Van Lathan on the Caitlin Clark Coverage

Russillo begins by examining why it looks like Dallas is having an easier time on offense than Minnesota (0:38). Then, he’s joined by Austin Rivers to learn why players are down on Gobert, discuss what it was like to play with KAT and Ant, and set the record straight on his comments about NBA players' ability to play in the NFL (18:10). Plus, another edition of the Alliance (64:14) with Ceruti and Kyle and Life Advice (66:39)! Can I keep living in my college town after I graduate? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Austin Rivers Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohtani Joins LeBron and Tiger in Living Up to the Hype With Jeff Passan

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