The Real Oshow Podcast

Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
0:50 Ohio State Removed Barstool from Big Noon Kickoff
7:35 Caitlin Clark New Shoe Broke Historic Records
16:30 Rod Wave Saved Bryce Young's Career? 
18:15 Closing Thoughts 


Ohio State pushed Barstool out of Big Noon Kickoff, and did Nike land a bargain with Caitlin Clark? This week on The Real Oshow, brothers Joshua and Zachary unpack Dave Portnoy’s claim that Ohio State and Ryan Day pressured Fox into removing Barstool, while questioning whether it brought enough new viewers to compete with College GameDay and Pat McAfee.

 With Barstool’s separate Fox show continuing, the brothers speculate about the Big Ten’s TV leverage, and Zachary compares it to Texas launching the Longhorn Network. 

Then they explore Caitlin Clark’s historic Nike signature shoe launch across 5,000 locations and ask whether her reported eight-year, $28 million deal already looks incredibly cheap. 

The conversation turns to why women’s basketball could offer Nike a major growth opportunity and why its biggest stars may still be undervalued. With Nike’s Pace initiative targeting $2.5 billion in savings through 2031, the brothers debate where the company should cut costs and where it should double down. 

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Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
1:00 Drake’s FOMO Livestream
9:30 Everton has introduced a £25,000 VIP package
13:50 A Pokémon Free World Video Game
16:00 Closing Thoughts 

This week on The Real Oshow, brothers Joshua and Zachary break down Drake's FOMO livestream that took over the internet, where he dropped new music with Don Toliver and Yeat.

While rolling out a wave of music videos for Maid of Honor, his third and least talked about project. It feels like Drake is showing Universal every weapon in his arsenal, proving he doesn't need them to win and that they need him far more.

Then we ask what happens if Pokémon builds an open world game, because if they do, only three video games will ever matter again: Pokémon, Grand Theft Auto, and Fortnite. 

Picture legendary characters roaming an online universe with weekly tournaments and a fully built fictional world to rival GTA, all backed by a card and anime empire that already dominates hundreds of countries.

To round it out, we look at Everton, the Premier League club now selling fans a ticket to live like a player for a single day. 

Enjoy, 

Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
1:00 Brian Steel Saved Lil Durk From Federal Indictments 
5:40 Daniel Kokotajlo on Joe Rogan Talking AI
14:00 John Ternus & Iphone Duo
16:00 Closing Thoughts 

This week on The Real Oshow, brothers Joshua and Zachary break down how defense attorney Brian Steel secured a not-guilty verdict in Lil Durk’s federal case. 

They explore Steel’s journey from aspiring tax attorney to high-profile criminal defense lawyer, including the experiences that pushed him toward defending clients such as Young Thug. 

The brothers then examine how 700 of OpenAI agents allegedly coordinated an unauthorized attack on Hugging Face without OpenAI realizing what was happening until the FBI became involved. 

Finally, they react to Apple’s brand-new iPhone Duo and debate whether it could become the company’s first true all-in-one device. With new leadership taking over, Apple needed a bold swing after years of releasing devices that felt increasingly similar. 

Even if the iPhone Duo fails, Joshua and Zachary argue that taking a major risk may be exactly what Apple needs to remain relevant.

Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
0:52 Breaking Down 
3:24 Rod Wave's Touring Company 
7:00 Rod Wave's Sports Agency 
13:20 College Patches On Jerseys
20:00 Druski is this generation’s Dave Chappelle
23:00 Closing Thoughts 

This week on The Real Oshow, Joshua and Zachary break down why Rod Wave’s new 24-track project Don’t Look Down and its projected 116,000 first-week sales might only be a small piece of the empire he’s building. 

From launching a sports agency to building Mainstay Touring and helping put together Kanye West’s record-breaking SoFi Stadium show, Rod Wave is making a case that his biggest moves could eventually happen outside of music.

We also dive into the multi-million-dollar jersey patch deals taking over college football, including Ohio State’s $20 million-a-year JPMorgan Chase deal, Tennessee’s $12 million-a-year First Horizon partnership, and Monster Energy’s conference-wide Big 12 deal. 

With F1 cars and European hockey jerseys already covered in sponsors, is college football heading toward the same future as schools search for every possible financial advantage?

And to wrap it up, we debate one of our hottest takes yet: Druski is this generation’s Dave Chappelle.

Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
1:05 Breaking Down MrBeast’s “Escape 100 Cops, Win $500,000”
9:40 Pablo Torre’s investigation surrounding Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard
16:10 National Treasure 3 Conspiracy 
19:20 Closing Thoughts 

MrBeast’s videos are starting to look more like action movies, and that might be exactly where he’s headed.

This week, we break down MrBeast’s latest video, Escape 100 Cops, Win $500,000, and why his increasingly massive productions could be preparing him for something much bigger than YouTube. We also get into his new book, The Most Dangerous Games, written with James Patterson, and our theory that books could allow MrBeast to create ideas too crazy for YouTube before eventually turning the best ones into movies and TV franchises.

Then we get into Pablo Torre’s investigation surrounding Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers and Aspiration. With allegations centered around whether money was being used to circumvent the NBA salary cap, we discuss the conflicting reporting, the NBA’s investigation and just how difficult it would be for the league to seriously go after its richest owner.

Finally, National Treasure 3 is coming, which means it’s time to revisit one of the strangest movie conspiracies ever. Why do National Treasure movies seemingly show up around periods of financial chaos? Plus, Nicolas Cage might actually be the perfect person to play Benjamin Franklin Gates, considering his real-life obsession with rare comics, dinosaur fossils, and bizarre collectibles.

MrBeast going Hollywood, an NBA billionaire scandal, and the National Treasure financial curse somehow it all makes sense this week on The Real Oshow Podcast.

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Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
0:40 The Diary of a Polarizing Figure
5:40 Avengers: Doomsday trailer
10:20 Game of Thrones: War for Westeros
14:00 Closing Thoughts 

Pat McAfee officially dropped his debut album, The Diary of a Polarizing Figure, and there might be a much bigger strategy behind it than simply making music.

We break down why Pat finally decided to turn nearly 20 years of lyrics and ideas from his Notes app into an actual album, the role Jelly Roll played in inspiring him and connecting him with people in Nashville, and why being an independent artist could make this an incredibly interesting business move.

Some of these songs sound built for sports. College GameDay, NFL broadcasts, ESPN promos, live events. Pat already has access to platforms most independent artists could only dream of. We talk about the potential for licensing, performances and Pat essentially creating music that fits directly into the sports-media world he’s already dominating.

Then we get into the new Avengers: Doomsday trailer and what we’re more interested in: the ripple effect. Which Marvel characters become the faces of the MCU after this? And where does Marvel go next?

Finally, we break down Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, the new real-time strategy game expected on PC in 2027. The concept looks interesting, but it also leaves us wondering how we still haven’t gotten the massive open-world Game of Thrones game the franchise seems perfect for.

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Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
0:50 Breaking Down Drake’s 20v1
8:00  GTA 6 extended look coming to Netflix
11:40 Jerry Jones Selling The Cowboys
16:00 Closing Thoughts 

Drake’s 20v1 with NELK and Kyle Forgeard might have been one of the funniest livestream moments of the year.

This week, we break down Drake’s massive Stake 9-year anniversary livestream, which started with BenDaDonnn before turning into the viral 20v1 dating challenge. We talk about Drake’s performance, why he might legitimately be a generational actor if he ever decided to pursue it, and the huge gifts given to the final three contestants.

We also get into the GTA 6 extended look coming to Netflix, what could actually be revealed during the six-hour window, and why a partnership like this makes sense for two of the biggest entertainment brands in the world.

Finally, we break down Mark Cuban’s interest in buying a minority stake in the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones saying he’d potentially be open to it, and why selling even a small piece of the Cowboys at a $20 billion valuation could have massive implications for NFL franchise values.

Drake’s 20v1, GTA 6, Mark Cuban, Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys — all on this week’s episode of The Real Oshow Podcast.

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Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
0:55 Dodgers 3 Peat
5:45 Why Movies Are Leaking on X
11:00 Sam Altman Wants to Slow AI
16:20 Closing Thoughts 

Sam Altman says the AI race may be moving too fast, but can anyone actually slow it down? In this episode, we break down why the OpenAI CEO is suddenly calling for a slower pace of AI development, how the Prisoner’s Dilemma explains the race between OpenAI, Google, Meta, xAI, Anthropic, and China, and whether slowing AI is even possible.

We also dive into one of the biggest MLB trade deadlines ever. After acquiring Tarik Skubal, are the Los Angeles Dodgers essentially guaranteed a three-peat? We look at the only franchises in baseball history to win three consecutive World Series, why the Yankees’ dynasty still stands alone, and whether the Dodgers’ dominance could eventually force Major League Baseball to adopt a salary cap or salary floor.

Finally, we discuss Hollywood’s newest piracy problem. Why are blockbuster movies like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey suddenly leaking in full on X (formerly Twitter)? We explore why this keeps happening, why millions of people are watching these uploads, whether movie studios are at risk, and why the leaks haven’t slowed down the box office.

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Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
1:00 LeBron James Chose 76ers For Golf? 
4:45 Tory Lanez's album: Made You Think I Was Gone ...But
7:30 Why Shohei Ohtani Hits & Pitches
11:15 Summer Koshien - Japanese Baseball Tournament 
12:40 Closing Thoughts 

In this episode of The Real Oshow Podcast, we break down some of the biggest stories in sports, music, and culture.

We start by discussing why LeBron James ultimately chose the Philadelphia 76ers, and why one underrated factor may have been Philadelphia’s incredible golf scene. With access to some of the highest-ranked and most exclusive golf courses in America, could Philly actually be the best golf city in the country?

Next, we dive into Tory Lanez’s new album, Made You Think I Was Gone, recorded while he’s behind bars. How is the audio quality so good? How is he releasing music this consistently from prison? We discuss how his independent status gives him complete creative control, the production process behind prison recordings, and whether AI-assisted audio technology could be playing a role.

From there, we tell the incredible story of Shohei Ohtani and why he’s the only true two-way superstar in modern baseball. Long before he became an MLB MVP, the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters ignored his wishes to skip Japan and drafted him anyway. They promised to let him both pitch and hit—a decision that completely changed baseball history.

Finally, we explore Summer Koshien, Japan’s legendary high school baseball tournament that captivates the entire country every August. With nearly 4,000 schools competing for just 49 spots, millions of viewers tuning in over two weeks, and a cultural impact unlike anything in American sports, it’s one of the most fascinating sporting events in the world.


If you enjoy deep dives into sports, business, entertainment, and stories you’ve probably never heard before, make sure to subscribe for new episodes every week.


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Welcome to The Real Oshow,

0:00 Intro
1:00 Roger Goodell’s NFL third-place game proposal
5:20 Streamer University MVPs and breakout creators
9:45 Netflix’s MLB Home Run Derby strategy
11:45 The $1.8 billion lottery controversy
14:40 Closing Thoughts 


This week on The Real Oshow Podcast, we’re breaking down four of the biggest stories in sports, business, and internet culture.

🏈 Could the NFL add a third-place game? Roger Goodell has floated the idea of creating a game similar to FIFA’s World Cup third-place match. We debate whether it could actually work, the logistical challenges, how players would feel about it, and whether the NFL is borrowing ideas from the world’s biggest sporting event.

🎥 Streamer University recap. After an unforgettable weekend, we discuss the creators who stood out the most, the biggest breakout stars, the most underrated personalities, and who has the best chance to turn this opportunity into a long-term career.

📺 Netflix’s Home Run Derby experiment. The MLB Home Run Derby became the least-watched edition in event history, but does that even matter? We explain why Netflix’s strategy goes far beyond a single broadcast and how live sports are expected to generate billions in advertising revenue for the company.

🎟️ The $1.8 billion lottery controversy. After the brother of an Arkansas mayor won one of the biggest lottery jackpots ever and shared millions with family and friends, the internet immediately cried foul. We break down why people think it’s a scam, how lottery security actually works, and whether this could simply be an unbelievable coincidence.

If you enjoy conversations at the intersection of sports, business, media, and internet culture, this episode is for you.

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