Dan Dakich and his HOT TAKES are BACK on the program, claiming that the Big Ten will continue to DOMINATE in this years Final 4. The guys dive into the fascinating 2026 Final 4 setup highlighted by Arizona vs Michigan. They also discuss UConn’s dominance under Dan Hurley, and why college basketball is in one of its best eras ever. Buckle up ladies and gentlemen, the Final 4 is about to get WILD!

"(00:00) Arizona Vs Michigan: Best CBB Game Ever?"

"(04:45) Is CBB In The Best State Ever?"

"(09:15) Dan Hurley Goimg For Third Ring"

"(12:50) Connecticut: BBall Capital Of The World?"

"(15:01) Spectacular Bracket Of Randomness: Elite 8"

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This might be one of the worst umpire performances you’ll ever see… and somehow, it’s not even surprising.

From completely blown calls to a track record that spans over 20 YEARS, RIcky dives into how one MLB umpire continues to make headlines for all the wrong reasons.

How does this keep happening? And at what point do we start asking if robots should take over?

Listen until the end because the stats only get worse…

"(00:00) Worst Blown Call In MLB History?"

"(04:08) CB Bucknor Has A 25 Year History Of Blown Calls"

"(19:14) Bucknor Hit In The Face"

"(21:58 Spectacular Bracket Of Randomness: Elite 8"

"(36:07) WTF Ron?"

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Tiger Woods hits another low — and people are starting to really worry and question his sanity. The affidavit following yet another arrest has been revealed, with some pretty sad and unfortunate results. the question isn’t what happened… it’s what happens next. Many are wondering: could actual jail time be good for him, as it seems our once beloved star golfer has hit rock bottom.

"(00:00) Tiger Woods DUI Affidavit Revealed"

"(11:14) Geno To Lead Jets To Promise Land?"

"(15:34) Donut Pizza, Yay Or Nay?"

"(17:20) Anthony Edwards Explains Why He Didn't Start Last Night"

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UConn delivers one of the most unbelievable March Madness game winners EVER, stunning fans with a Braylon Mullins buzzer beater that instantly became tournament history.

This insane finish had everything—pressure, chaos, and a shot that should NOT have gone in. From the final seconds to the crowd reaction, this is the kind of moment that defines college basketball in March.

“…ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! that just happened!… one of the greatest finishes you will EVER see…”

"(00:00) Braylon Mullins 3pointer For The Ages"

"(04:00) Duke's BRUTAL Collapse"

"(08:14) Uconn Men CRAZY Stat"

"(10:10) Duke Viral Tweet"

"(11:24) Danny Hurley Head Bumps Referee?"

"(13:55) Gimmie 5 Buzzer March Madness Beaters"

"(23:40) Golfer Wins After Brain Cancer"

"(30:40) Spectacular Bracket Of Randomness"

"(42:20) WTF Ron?"

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Dan Hurley and Tom Izzo are pushing back on the idea that coaching needs to go soft, proving that “tough love” still builds winning players and strong leaders. As the media debates player treatment in college basketball, this conversation highlights why discipline, accountability, and high standards still matter.

"(00:00) Izzo & Hurley On Tough Love Coaching"

"(09:28) Top 10 Favorite CBB Coaches Ever"

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Barry Bonds almost became a New York Yankee… and it all came down to one phone call.

Bonds reveals that George Steinbrenner personally offered to make him the highest-paid player in baseball — but with one condition: sign by 2 PM that same day. Bonds’ reaction? He hung up.

Ricky Cobb reacts to one of the wildest “what if” stories in baseball history — a moment that could have reshaped the Yankees dynasty and Bonds’ legacy.

"(00:00) George Steinbrenner Called Barry Bonds With An Offer"

"(05:20) 9-9-9 Challenge"

"(08:16) "Thing" Hand First Pitch"

"(10:15) Aaron Judge Strikes Out 4 Times"

"(11:58) Joe Flacco Is Pissed Off"

"(15:59) Tom Brady Comes Out Of Retirement?"

"(18:25) Rodney Dangerfield or Game 7?"

"(25:01) Sweet 16!"

"(26:40) Morning Dump OR SI Swimsuit Issue?"

"(34:00) Squirrels Smoke Vapes!"

"(36:50) Sharks on Cocaine!"

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Mike Vaccaro (New York Post columnist and author) joins the show to discuss his new book The Bosses of the Bronx, diving into the legacy of the Steinbrenner era, the larger-than-life personalities that shaped the franchise, and why the Yankees still sit at the center of baseball’s biggest moments.

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Ricky Cobb sits down with Instagram Star Cornbread Cowboi to talk about how he went from small-town content to going viral with his signature southern humor. The two swap stories about their similar upbringings, building an audience from scratch, and why authenticity still wins online. Meet Orry Lee Kennedy aka Cornbread Cowboi or Cornbread Cowboy!

00:00 - Super 70s Sports Meets Cornbread Cowboi!

04:13 - Covid Breeds A Viral Star!

06:01 - Authentic 70s and 80s Southern Dude

07:18 - Music Is KEY To Cornbread Cowboi Success

09:24 - How Old Is He?

11:44 - Southern Baseball Little League Coaches!

13:23 - How Did He Get Started?

14:35 - Coolest VIP Stuff He's Done

15:56 - Meeting At The Masters

17:03 - Hot Dogs Or Onion Rings?

19:38 - Amputee Cornhole Player Accused Of Murder

22:10 - Playoff Baseball Or Chips And Salsa

25:26 - Braves Favorite Team - Favorite Player?

28:15 - Latest Events For Orry Lee Kennedy The Cornbread Cowboi!

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Ricky Cobb reacts to Charles Barkley’s dramatic weight loss—and the oversized suits he’s still rocking. Plus, a hilarious David Byrne comparison you won’t unsee.

Some freshman steal the spotlight in March Madness, while we've got some handshakes gone bad again in sports. All that - and the Spectacular Bracket Of Randomness on this fun episode of The Ricky Cobb Show.

"(00:00) Charles Barkley Lost the Weight… But Not the Suits"

"(04:59) Freshman Reminds Us What's Great About NCAA"

"(06:48) Alabama Player Breath Of Fresh Air "

"(10:30) New WNBA CBA Pregnancy Clause"

"(12:45) YouTube Viewers Comments"

"(14:42) Titans Fans Sound Off"

"(16:40) Willie Mays Photo Masterpiece"

"(17:39) Randy Arozarena apologizes to Cal Raleigh - WHAT?"

"(20:10) NCAA Wrestling Handshake Gone Wrong"

"(21:09) Iowa Wrestler Wont Shake Penn State Champ"

"(22:42) John Daly Tumbles Down Hill"

"(23:58) Bracket Madness"

"(25:28) Hot For Teacher OR Blockbuster Video?"

"(33:35) High School Lunch OR Full Tank Of Gas?"

"(35:26) Gross Ballpark Food"

"(38:55) Miami Player At Concession Stand"

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Ricky Cobb reacts to MLB’s shocking new sports betting partnership, and it raises a bigger question—has baseball completely flipped its stance on gambling?

For decades, MLB enforced a strict anti-gambling policy, highlighted by Pete Rose’s lifetime ban. Now, the league is partnering with sportsbooks and embracing the betting boom. So what changed—and is this a smart evolution or a dangerous contradiction?

We break down the history, the money behind the shift, and why fans and analysts are divided on what this means for the integrity of the game.

Is this progress… or hypocrisy?

00:00 - Put Pete Rose In The Baseball Hall Of Fame

03:00 - Polymarket MLB Partnership!

05:25 - MLB Gambling Scandal

06:26 - America's Bracket!

09:51 - Saturday Morning Cartoons!

11:14 - DQ Blizzard For The Win??

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