The Mike Meltser Podcast on Sports and Law

The Mike Meltser Podcast on Sports and Law

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The Mike Meltser Podcast on Sports and Law episodes

  • 37 - MLB Hammers Astros, Luhnow and Hinch Fired

    Mike reacts to Major League Baseball's massive punishments of the Astros for the sign-stealing scandal. (2:32) A simple explanation of the rules that the Astros were found to have broken, (7:28) why Mike thinks the suspensions for Jeff Luhnow and AJ Hinch were fair, (9:10) the idea that the punishments were too lenient is bizarre, (16:51) why vacating the World Series was completely unrealistic, and (20:55) Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo had a harsh, but valid critique of the Astros players. 

    (28:32) Houston-based sportswriter and sports discipline expert Steph Stradley joins Mike to discuss whether punishment was fair, her thoughts on MLB's investigative report, Jim Crane's decision to fire Luhnow and Hinch, and how Astros fans should think about the last few years moving forward.

    1 hr 2 min
  • 36 - Texans Season Ends After Collapse in Kansas City

    Mike reacts to a crushing loss for the Texans in the AFC playoffs, 51-31 to Kansas City. (0:41) why Mike had no big problem with the fake punt that Houston ran, (7:38) analyzing the decision to settle for a FG on a 4th and 1 up 21-0, (11:00) Bill O'Brien's most ridiculous decision/process throughout this game, and (15:17) discussing the two worst plays in this game. (19:45) Mike analyzes the defense's complete inability to stop the Chiefs, and finishes (25:54) with a monologue on what Cal McNair should be thinking about O'Brien's future, the structural problem with the Texans organization, the offseason, the Titans, and more. 

    47 min
  • 35 - Did Former Bachelor Contestants Collude in DraftKings Contest?

    This episode is about the victory that former "Bachelor" contestant Jade Roper Tolbert had in the DraftKings Millionaire Maker contest during Wild Card Weekend of the NFL playoffs. The win is under investigation because of Roper Tolbert's alleged collusion with her husband, Tanner Tolbert. (0:55) Mike explains why there is suspected collusion, (4:05) John Holden, Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University and author of more than 30 academic articles on sports gambling, joined the podcast to explain the Millionaire Maker contest, how DraftKings will go about investigating the Tolberts' activities, what DraftKings is likely to do, whether the resolution of this controversy will set a precedent in daily fantasy sports, and more. (21:34) Mike brainstorms possible solutions to the investigation, gives his assessment of what happened, and wonders how the daily fantasy companies can avoid these controversies from popping up in the future. 

    29 min
  • 34 - Deshaun Watson Leads Texans Rally vs. Bills

    Mike gives his reaction to a thrilling, come-from-behind Texans win against the Bills in the playoffs. (2:30) Deshaun Watson's magic won the game for Houston, (12:51) Duke Johnson started the game-winning drive, (15:25) JJ Watt's sack provided the turning point, (22:48) Bill O'Brien made the right decision to go for it on 4th and 1 late in regulation, and (29:38) the 5 most underrated plays in the 16 point comeback. Finally, (37:57) notes on the terrifying play to start the 2nd half of the game, Josh Allen, the usage of DeAndre Hopkins, Bradley Roby, and (46:25) a preview of the Chiefs next weekend at Arrowhead Stadium.

    58 min
  • 33 - Texans Fall to Titans, Why Extend Whitney, Texans vs. Bills

    Mike gives his thoughts on a meaningless Texans 35-14 loss to the Titans. (3:31) Bill O'Brien had an interesting exchanging with Brian T. Smith right after the game, (8:34) game takeaways on AJ McCarron, Duke Johnson, and Jordan Akins, (14:21) Mike isn't a fan of the Whitney Mercilus extension, (23:39) what should we expect from JJ Watt's return, (26:22) a look-ahead to the Bills in the Wild Card Round, and (36:18) news and notes on the Patriots losing, the 49ers securing a bye, the firing of Freddie Kitchens, and the end of the season for the Colts and the Jaguars.

    46 min
  • 32 - The Texans Win The AFC South Again
    Mike gives his take on the Texans winning the AFC South again, this time thanks to a 23-20 nailbiter against the Bucs. (1:44) Mike is baffled by Houston's decision not to kneel the ball late in the game, (6:53) a big picture discussion on Bill O'Brien as a head coach, (22:09) the defensive turnovers won the game, (28:03) Deshaun didn't play well, plus (33:57) notes on BOB not going for a 4th down late, Johnathan Joseph's lack of snaps, special teams, Keke Coutee, and the plan for next week vs. the Titans.
    49 min
  • 31 - Will Former NFL Players Go To Prison For Health Care Fraud?
    This podcast is about the US Government's recent indictments of 10 former NFL players for health care fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy. The former players, including Clinton Portis, are accused of submitting phony claims that led to $3.4 million in tax-free reimbursements. (1:23) Mike outlines the accusations and the scheme. (6:03) Ron Chapman of the Chapman Law Group has practiced health care fraud for 33 years and explains what the health care plan was, what the defenses of the players might be, how the punishment works, and his initial prediction of whether some of the former players will actually see prison time. (22:58) Mike provides his closing thoughts and predictions on this story.
    27 min
  • 30 - The Texans Take Command Of The AFC South
    Mike gives his thoughts on a huge 24-21 Texans win in Tennessee. (1:19) Whitney Mercilus's INT was the difference, (8:10) where Houston made a few mistakes in trying to seal the game, (13:12) DeAndre Hopkins delivered when it mattered most, (15:13) evaluating Deshaun Watson's play, (23:58) the Texans have a new best player on defense, and (30:08) notes on the blocked FG, Lonnie Johnson's PBU on the fake, punt, AJ Brown, and looking ahead to the Buccaneers.
    39 min
  • 29 - Patriots Videotaping Incident With Steph Stradley
    Mike and Houston-based sportswriter and NFL discipline expert Steph Stradley discuss the Patriots videotaping incident at Browns-Bengals this past weekend. (7:45)Should the Patriots have informed the Bengals and the NFL about their media department's filming? (10:38) Does it matter that the employees in question were not in New England's football operations department? (23:15) Steph predicts possible punishments for the Patriots, and (26:03) Mike gives his final thoughts on how big of a deal this story actually is, the reporting so far, and makes a prediction on the ultimate punishment.
    33 min
  • 28 - The Broncos Crush The Texans
    Mike discusses a stunning result at NRG Stadium, with the Broncos walloping the Texans 38-24. (3:50)Mike doesn't care about "coming out ready to play, (6:21) analyzing how awful Keke Coutee's early fumble was, (17:30) what happened to the defense? (25:38) Mike has a major issue with the Texans play calls late in the first half, (29:41) addressing why this team isn't consistent, and (37:57) bullet points on Laremy Tunsil's penalties, Will Fuller being inactive, the Houston allowing Kareem Jackson to walk away in the offseason.
    47 min

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Mike is a long-time sports radio personality with experience at SportsRadio 610 in Houston, Sirius-XM Radio, and ESPN Radio. His podcast focuses on the latest topics in the world of sports law, with…