Highlights include Steve talking about getting mauled in pool basketball at Mike's house and how it prepared him to face legendary Detroit Pistons enforcer Bill Laimbeer in the NBA; Mike's story about Maddy's infamous ping-pong tantrum while watching a Warriors playoff defeat in 2015; Steve's recounting of 14-year-old Maddy making another player cry at a club volleyball tournament, followed by Natalie's story about her high school field hockey team's obscene chants; Steve's recollection of his forgettable performance while playing in the L.A.

Highlights include Steve's discussion of the time Bulls coach Phil Jackson instructed him and teammate Jud Buechler to drink all night with Rodman in Atlantic City--the night before a game; Mike's recollection of the subsequent story he wrote for Sports Illustrated, and why some of the best moments didn't make

Highlights include Cam's assessment of where the Saints stand after he and other teammates confronted Drew Brees following the star quarterback's comments about respecting the flag; Steve's recounting of the time he and other Vikings teammates called out then-GM Mike Lynn for racist behavior in 1989; Cam's hilarious and poignant

If you're interested in the current state of the battle to contain COVID-19, and where things are headed, this power-packed episode will tell you everything you need to know. Will protests against racial injustice cause a spike? What treatment scenarios are on the immediate horizon? How long, realistically, will it take to find a vaccine?

We begin with Luke's recounting of his arrest 30 years ago on obscenity charges, after 2 Live Crew's album became the first in history to be ruled legally obscene, and the fallout that included the recording of "F--- Martinez" (his ode to the-then Florida governor).

Campbell suggests that President Trump is attempting to start a race war in an effort to create an excuse to delay the 2020 election, then recounts the surreal scene at Mar A Lago when Trump hosted him, Eddie Murphy and Mike Tyson at a party in the 1990s.

After a protracted discussion of California-grown produce, including young Mike's avocado-stealing delinquency, Brandi talks about falling in love with soccer during an era when girls rarely played--and chasing Chad around Spartan Stadium during San Jose Earthquakes games, even as he made his way to the opposing team's bench.

Brandi describes VAR (Video Assistant Referee) as the "bane of my existence," while Chad sticks up for soccer's version of replay. This leads to a discussion of the 2000 Olympic final, when the USA scored a miraculous, last-second goal to force overtime against Norway, only to give up a disputed game-winner.

Kyle talks about the impending start of training camp and the issues posed by the pandemic, acknowledging that if a player were to behave recklessly and spread the virus among teammates, it would cause a major problem in the locker room.

Two people who revere Chris Cornell (both with the last name Silver) pick the brain of the man who authored the late Soundgarden and Audioslave singer's hot-off-the-presses biography, exploring stories and backstory and everything in between. In fulfilling the promise he made to himself as a teenager to rock to the bitter end, Cornell endured turmoil and tragedy--and left behind an incredible legacy.

When Jerry Jones fired Jimmy Johnson following consecutive Super Bowl victories in 1994--and brought Barry Switzer out of exile to coach the Dallas Cowboys--it rocked the football world. Switzer fills in some vivid details from that indelible chapter of NFL history and talks about the great times he had along the way, including an epic Super Bowl XXX week in Arizona with Mike at his side.

Barry, Mike and surprise guest Steve Silver take turns recounting an emotionally charged, wine-fueled dinner at a San Antonio steakhouse with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and his son, Stephen--and the gang is off and running once more.

After harkening back to Mike and Jack's Delirious Adventure at the Indianapolis Airport--and revealing that Natalie's favorite football player as a kid was former Eagles and Packers cornerback Al (31 The Dirty One) Harris, Bechta's client--we lock in on the long process that led to Kittle's record-setting deal.

After agreeing on a name for one of the family group texts, Mike, Natalie and her younger brothers Greg and Robbie begin uncovering hard truths about one another, including Mike's reason for joining Houseparty, the draft-night outrage in the household after the Packers traded up to select Aaron Rodgers' successor and why most people who Google Mike believe he was born three years after World War II ended.

Beginning with a story about an ill-timed bathroom visit before running the 40-yard-dash for NFL scouts, and concluding with a 40th birthday fantasy that includes serenading his White House neighbors with a bullhorn, Stallworth entertains and enlightens while digging into the most significant issues of our time.

The dissection of the greatest show on sports television begins with a history lesson showcasing former cast member Nate Burleson and the 'Toe Drag Swag' that launched him to stardom and degenerates into a debate over whether Steve Wyche, Rhett Lewis or Daniel Jeremiah had the more distinguished college football career.

Jade Bugsch provides a first-hand account of her experiences on the front lines of some of California's raging wildfires--and provides an excuse for Natalie and Mike to swap stories (scatalogical or otherwise) from the girls' shared soccer and field hockey conquests. Excessive meat consumption, postgame tantrums toward grandparents and falling oak trees are among the topics addressed.

In 2013, Donté Stallworth was preparing for his 11th NFL season when he took his then-girlfriend on a hot air balloon ride. When it hit a power line, they were electrocuted, engulfed in flames and told to brace for a crash landing. Then things got even crazier.

In the wake of the Pac-12's announcement that it will play football in 2020 after all, Cal director of football administration Andrew McGraw walks us through a wild seven months that included a campus shutdown and a conference-wide player revolt that began in Berkeley.

Many of Mike's Twitter followers regard Blocktober as the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Sadly, there will be a tragic trail of former followers by month's end, as a procession of racists, bigots, blatantly disrespectful Twitta Gangstas and journalistic-integrity doubters get dispossessed of their posting privileges.

Many of Mike's Twitter followers regard Blocktober as the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Sadly, as we saw in Part 1 of our Blocktober Special (Ep. 20), there will be a tragic trail of former followers by month's end--as a steady procession of racists, bigots, blatantly disrespectful Twitta Gangstas and journalistic-integrity doubters get dispossessed of their posting privileges.

Matt LaFleur coaches the league's highest-scoring team, and a future first-ballot Hall of Famer in Aaron Rodgers... but even in a surreal season taking place in empty stadiums, he can't escape the noise.

After declaring that "our democracy is on life support," former NFL standout and prolific podcaster Chris Long issues an urgent call to action as election day approaches--and explains why he's hopeful that the overt racism and toxic leadership of the last four years can lead to seismic and lasting change.

As America confronts a crisis in democracy he likens to a "five-alarm fire," Smith--an Emmy-winning producer (The Rachel Maddow Show, NFL Films) who now specializes in national affairs and culture for Rolling Stone--tells us what's on the line in this election, and why it's only the beginning of the healing process.

During his 15-year career as an NFL quarterback, Gus Frerotte loved to let it fly--especially in the presence of a certain sports journalist who shared his left-wing political sensibilities and disdain for self-important coaches and players.

Back in June, Dr. Gregory Huhn and Dr. Ajay Nirula--two highly accomplished medical experts on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19--joined us to discuss all things pandemic.

As the trombonist who got run over by Cal's Kevin Moen at the end of The Play--the epic, five-lateral kickoff return that decided the 1982 Big Game--Gary Tyrrell has spent decades recalling his place in football history. He does that here, expansively and hilariously, and so much more.

Three decades ago, Mike and Ann were young beat writers covering the star-studded San Francisco 49ers--and Natalie wants to know where all the bodies (and bottles) are buried.

Irsay recalls the moment he learned, via Howard Cosell on Monday Night Football, of Lennon's murder--"a steel sword through the heart"--and puts the event into historical context. The Colts' owner and music-memorabilia collector settles the debate as to who is the best songwriter of all-time and recalls his indelible 1989 meeting with Paul and Linda McCartney.

Mike and Natalie talk about why they chose the fantastic guests they did and highlight some of their favorite moments of the past seven months' worth of episodes. We revisit Steve Kerr's savage sigh at his daughter's college volleyball game and the absurd chant Mike led at Dodger Stadium during the 1982 L.A.

From their days as college journalists who spent much of their time at Grateful Dead concerts to their shared social media battles against MAGA nation, the two Mikes have had each other's backs... while busting each other's balls. Now Natalie joins the fray, immediately provoking a story about the letter Karen Pence sent to Fleiss' office...

Lindsay explains to a pair of Cal alums (who wanted her to stay in Berkeley forever) why she became the first head coach of a Power Five women's program to bolt for the NBA, pinpointing the moment she first viewed such a move as more than a pipe dream and its potential impact on future generations.

In the process of becoming high-profile NFL Network personalities, Cynthia Frelund and Taylor Bisciotti have been objectified and stigmatized--and offered money for photos of their feet. Yet the close friends and accomplished journalists are football nerds at heart, and in this spirited and expansive conversation, they break down some of the NFL's most compelling topics.