Discover the beautiful game like never before as hosts Mike Rhyner and Michael Gruber sit down with professional soccer player Ashley Dozier and documentary filmmaker Rush Olson to break down the 2026 FIFA World Cup happening right in their backyard. From offside rules and Messi's legacy to the surprising history of Title IX and its role in building American women's soccer into a global powerhouse, this episode is equal parts entertaining and eye-opening. Olson also shares details about his new docuseries Raising Her Game, streaming free on Tubi starting July 3, which traces the rise of women's soccer through the University of Texas Longhorns program. Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or a curious newcomer, this conversation will change the way you watch the World Cup.

Live from the FIFA World Cup media center in Dallas, Mike Rhyner, Michael Gruber, and Rob Irvin bring you a front-row seat to the excitement surrounding the 2026 World Cup as Dallas welcomes the world for the first time since 1994. WFAA sports anchor Mike Leslie joins the crew for an entertaining conversation covering everything from the tournament format and Team USA's prospects to his now-viral sideline confrontation with Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs. The gang also swaps legendary Dale Hansen stories, debates the future of regional sports networks and streaming, and soaks in the unique energy of having the world's biggest sporting event land right in their backyard.

Dallas TV anchor Matt Howerton of WFAA's Daybreak stops by to hang out with hosts Mike Rhyner and Michael Gruber for a wide-ranging, laugh-filled conversation that covers everything from the Von Erich wrestling dynasty and the Iron Claw movie premiere to seeing Metallica in the snake pit at Mile High Stadium. The crew also digs into Matt's early morning news routine, his unexpected side career officiating weddings, and the chaos of early wake-up calls, self-applied TV makeup, and plasma donations that once funded concert tickets. If you love sports, music, and unscripted conversation that goes absolutely everywhere, this is the episode for you.

In this episode of Your Dark Companion, host Mike Rhyner and Michael Gruber are joined by Dallas Stars TV host Brien Rea for a wide-ranging conversation covering the Stars' first-round playoff exit, the team's outlook heading into next season, and what it takes to win in the brutal Central Division. The trio also dives into the bittersweet reality of seeing aging rock legends like Todd Rundgren and Brian Wilson in concert, and whether the magic can still be there. Brien Rea shares his unexpected journey through minor league hockey, from watching teams fold around him to landing his dream role with the Dallas Stars broadcast.

Mike Rhyner sits down with Dallas music legend Robert Lee Kolb for a wide-ranging conversation spanning decades of life on the road, in the studio, and on the field. Kolb shares wild stories from his Louisiana youth, including getting run out of town after a disastrous gig, his days playing the Dallas club circuit at spots like the Randy Tarr, and how a song called Pony Up launched a 19-year career producing live entertainment at SMU. From baseball championships to surviving the Vietnam draft lottery to finding faith, this is a rich and entertaining portrait of a true Texas music journeyman.

Discover the World Cup like never before as sports talk veteran Mike Rhyner gets schooled by soccer expert Tyler Kern from the Stolen Water Media network. Learn about the expanded 48-team format, why this is Team USA's most talented squad ever, and which nations to watch as the world's biggest sporting event comes to North American soil. Plus, get insider tips on the best Dallas-Fort Worth watch parties and venues to experience the global phenomenon that unites billions of fans worldwide.

Legendary music journalist Joel Selvin joins Mike Rhyner to discuss his haunting biography "Drums and Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon," exploring the brilliant yet heartbreaking story of the drummer who played on iconic tracks like "Layla" and "You're So Vain" before schizophrenia destroyed his life. The conversation spans Gordon's incredible musical legacy with Derek and the Dominos, Delaney and Bonnie, and countless Hollywood sessions, while examining how mental illness ultimately led to tragedy. Selvin also shares memories from legendary concerts like The Last Waltz and Tom Petty's historic Fillmore residency, plus insights from his other acclaimed books including his definitive account of the Altamont disaster.