Couch Potato Diary
648 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago -Calling all sports enthusiasts! Tired of generic sports talk that doesn't dive deep into the games and stories you love? Look no further! Peter Klein brings you smart, insightful analysis multiple times a week, covering the biggest games and stories across all sports. Imagine having access to in-depth pre and post-fight coverage from the world of combat sports, along with comprehensive coverage of your favorite leagues including NHL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NFL, soccer, and even the guilty pleasure of Pro Wrestling. Stay on top of everything happening in the exciting world of sports with Peter Klein as your trusted guide. Don't settle for mediocre sports talk. Join Peter Klein's community of smart sports fans today and elevate your sports knowledge to a whole new level!
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Episodes
July 11 - NHL trades, Blue Jays with a boost heading to the break
July 12, 2023 04:33 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBPeter Klein is back with a rapid-fire look at the NHL, Blue Jays, MLB, and CFL. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Legacy Look: Jose Aldo
July 08, 2023 07:05 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBPeter Klein returns for a special episode. Today he looks at the legacy of Jose Aldo. The true GOAT of 145lbs, Aldo was a fighter you had to see to believe. Peter explains what makes him the best ahead of UFC 290 and his UFC Hall of Fame induction. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
July 7 - UFC 290 preview, career update
July 07, 2023 07:05 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBPeter Klein is back with his UFC 290 preview. He breaks down all of the key fights on the card on International Fight Week. Then he provides a career update with an announcement at the end of the show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
July 6 - CFL Power Rankings, picks
July 07, 2023 02:42 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBPeter Klein is back looking at the week ahead in the CFL. First he gives his Power Rankings with a few changes from last week. Then he gives his picks on the remaining games of the week in the Canadian Football League. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
July 5 - Flames in trouble, Raptors desperate to be mediocre, Blue Jays big win, UFC 290 early thoughts
July 05, 2023 16:05 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBPeter Klein is back with a big midweek episode. First, he looks at the NHL offseason so far with the Calgary Flames needing to make a move soon. Then in the NBA, the Raptors' poor decisions come back to haunt them while the Miami Heat need a big move soon. Peter also looks at a desperately needed big win for the Blue Jays and some early UFC 290 storylines. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Money in the Bank Reaction
July 04, 2023 18:45 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBPeter Klein is back for a Money in the Bank reaction show. He looks at a night that elevated a number of performers giving the WWE a number of options heading towards Summerslam and Wrestlemania. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
July 3 - Wacky Sports Contracts Re-Release
July 03, 2023 21:17 - 25 minutes - 23 MBJuly 1 means many things to many people but to two former athletes, it means payday! Peter Klein explains on this rerelease. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 30 - WWE Money in the Bank preview
July 01, 2023 02:44 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBPeter Klein is back on a Fighting Friday to break down WWE Money in the Bank. He explains why he loves the feud with Roman Reigns and the Bloodline and why is so high on both Raw and Smackdown right now. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 29 - CFL Power Rankings and picks
June 30, 2023 01:28 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBPeter Klein is back for a show all about the CFL. First, he goes over his power rankings for the week before giving his picks for the week's games. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 28 - NHL Draft Round 1 and Calgary Flames Trade analysis
June 29, 2023 07:05 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBPeter Klein is back after Round 1 of the NHL draft with his takes on the picks, the production and the prospects. He then goes over the trades that have happened leading up to today's first round. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door Recap
June 26, 2023 05:25 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBPeter Klein is back to recap AEW and NJPW Forbidden Door including a match-of-the-year candidate and a turn that has him scratching his head. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 17 - How the Denver Nuggets were built, NBA Storylines
June 17, 2023 14:47 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBPeter Klein is back looking at how the Denver Nuggets built their Championship roster. Then he goes over his top NBA offseason storylines for the upcoming silly season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 14 - Vegas a deserving champion, CFL Power Rankings
June 15, 2023 01:42 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBPeter Klein is back to go over the Vegas Golden Knights Stanley Cup Final win and what other NHL teams can learn from it. He also looks at the Florida Panthers and what the Calgary Flames can learn from them. After a look at the NHL Off-Season Peter goes over his CFL Power Rankings. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 13 - The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions
June 13, 2023 20:15 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBPeter Klein is back with a special episode reacting to the Denver Nuggets Championship win. He looks at how they did it in Game 5, what it means for Jokic and Murray, and how they built the perfect team. He also goes over what is next for Miami. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 12: Flames new coach, NBA Finals feel over, CFL Week 1 reaction
June 12, 2023 21:56 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBPeter Klein is back for a busy Monday episode. He starts with a look at Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Nuggets and Heat and why the series feels over. He also discusses Week 1 of the CFL season, the Blue Jays roller coaster, the Raptors new coach, UFC 289 and Today's Ticket! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Amanda Nunes Legacy Look
June 12, 2023 18:32 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBPeter Klein got behind the mic after UFC 289 for a look at Amanda Nunes' legacy. He had trouble ordering the PPV so couldn't see the final chapter in the GOAT's career but still wanted to make sure everyone appreciated what she has brought to MMA. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Iron Sheik Tribute
June 08, 2023 04:50 - 21 minutes - 19.2 MBPeter Klein remembers the life and career of Wrestling legend The Iron Sheik. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 7 - CFL Preview, PGA has a pathetic week, too much from the UFC
June 08, 2023 00:18 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBPeter Klein is back for a mid-week episode. First he looks at the CFL with his preview of the league before tomorrow's kick off. Then he looks at Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat before shifting to the UFC where he is blown away at the volume of cards the company is producing. Peter closes with his thoughts on the PGA/LIV golf situation and Today's Ticket. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pri...
June 5 - Stanley Cup Final Game 1 Reaction, Blue Jays big weekend, early UFC 289 Storylines
June 05, 2023 07:05 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBPeter Klein is back with a Monday episode. On the show today he looks at the Vegas win in Game One of the Stanley Cup Final in the NHL. He also explains why Florida impressed him. Then it's on to baseball to talk Blue Jays before he finishes the show with some UFC talk. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
June 4 - NBA Finals Game 2 recap
June 05, 2023 04:50 - 17 minutes - 16 MBPeter Klein is back with a late Sunday episode going over Game Two of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets. He looks at the keys to victory for Miami, how they handled Jokic and what the Nuggets need to do in Game Three. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 31 - The Maple Leafs get it right with Treliving, MLB Buy/Sell
May 31, 2023 16:16 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBPeter Klein is back for a midweek episode. Today he explains why Leaf fans should be thrilled with their new GM. Then he goes to the world of baseball where the Blue Jays got what they needed on Tuesday. Then he goes over the league and what he is buying and what he is selling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 30 - NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final set
May 30, 2023 15:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBPeter Klein is back for a Tuesday episode. First, he looks at the Miami Heat's win over the Boston Celtics in Game 7 and the disappointing performance from the Celts. Then he explains why this trip to the Stanley Cup feels different for Vegas after their win over the Dallas Stars. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
AEW Double Or Nothing Post Show
May 29, 2023 07:05 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBPeter Klein is back to break down AEW's Double Or Nothing. A show that was promoted as a two match card that turned out to be a two match card. He explains why he was so frustrated and why the last two matches saved the night. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Night of Champions Post Show
May 28, 2023 18:57 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBPeter Klein returns to break down WWE Night of Champions. He explains why he is so excited for WWE coming out of this, where he'd like to see the Roman Reigns/Bloodline feud go and who could be next to challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship and the Undisputed Universal Championship. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 27 - WWE Night of Champions, AEW Double or Nothing preview
May 27, 2023 17:27 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBPeter Klein is back for a full wrestling show. First, he looks at the stories heading into WWE Night of Champions and his frustrations with it. Then he goes match by match for AEW and he explains why this is an important show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 23 - Jim Brown
May 23, 2023 23:07 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBPeter Klein is back for a special episode looking at the life of Jim Brown. He goes over his Hall of Fame football career, the wild assortment of jobs he had, and of course the civil rights work he did. He also looks at the controversy and legal issues Brown had as well. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 22 - Flames get it right with Conroy
May 23, 2023 02:12 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBPeter Klein is back to talk about the Calgary Flames hitting a home run with their GM hire bringing in Craig Conroy. He discusses what is next for the Flames. Then it's time to gush about Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat again. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The life and career of "Superstar" Billy Graham
May 21, 2023 07:01 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBPeter Klein is back with a bonus episode. He looks at the life and career of Superstar Billy Graham both the highs and lows from his time in the CFL to Stampede Wrestling to the WWWF (aka WWF and WWE) to his time suing them and his health problems after. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 20 - Jimmy Butler is what many players say they are, plus Leafs, Flames and Aaron Judge controversy
May 21, 2023 05:55 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBPeter Klein is back for a weekend show. First, he looks at Jimmy Butler taking the Mamba seriously and how the Heat has everything the Celtics need. Peter then goes over why the Denver Nuggets are the team to beat in the NBA before transitioning to hockey where the Flames' failures are on full display thanks to Matthew Tkachuk and Sam Bennett. He also expresses frustration over the Kyle Dubas saga with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Peter closes with his thoughts on the New York Yankees/Toronto Bl...
May 11 - NHL and NBA Playoffs
May 11, 2023 19:49 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBPeter Klein is back with a midweek edition. He looks at why he is way too optimistic about the Toronto Maple Leafs and why people should be paying more attention to the Carolina Hurricanes. Then he shifts to basketball where the Celtics and Lakers face major questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Backlash Reaction
May 07, 2023 23:18 - 10 minutes - 9.94 MBPeter Klein is back to break down WWE Backlash. From the amazing crowd to the amazing performance from Bad Bunny everything is covered here. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Canelo Alvarez vs. John Ryder Post figh
May 07, 2023 23:02 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBPeter Klein is back to break down the Canelo Alvarez vs. John Ryder fight. He looks at the expectation vs. the reality of the fight and what Canelo could work on for the next fight. He also gives thoughts on some key undercard fights. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 5 - Fights and Football Friday
May 05, 2023 15:03 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBPeter Klein is back with a fight and football Friday. He looks at the NFL draft before previewing the Canelo Alvarez fight, UFC 288, and WWE Backlash. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 2 - Flames fire Darryl, how much does this change?
May 02, 2023 22:05 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBAfter a break Peter is back to break down the Flames coaching change and what it means for the team going forward. Then he discusses the Leafs playoff win before getting into some early storylines ahead of a big weekend of fights for the UFC and Canelo Alvarez. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
April 14 - NBA Playoffs preview, Fighting Friday
April 14, 2023 21:46 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBPeter Klein is back with a Fighting Friday where he looks at the tough spot the UFC is in after UFC 287 then a look at this weekend's UFC card. Before that he gives series picks in the NBA with some Blue Jays and NHL talk as well. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
April 12 - Blue Jays home opener plus desperation time in the NHL and NBA
April 12, 2023 21:35 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBPeter Klein is back after a fun night for the Blue Jays. He goes over everything from the home opener from the new stadium to the team playing in it. Then he talks about a new era in the NHL and desperation for three NBA teams this week. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
April 11 - Flames disappointing season end, Blue Jays fun start
April 11, 2023 14:50 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBPeter Klein is back for a Tuesday episode. First, he looks at the disappointing end to the season for the Calgary Flames. Then he goes over the Blue Jays start to the season heading into their home opener. He closes with Today's Ticket. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE and UFC merge, WWE Raw after Mania disappoints
April 05, 2023 19:17 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBPeter Klein closes his three-episode day with a look at the UFC/WWE merger and what it means for both entities going forward. He then looks at the disappointing episode of Raw that followed Wrestlemania. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Wrestlemania 39 Night 2 breakdown
April 05, 2023 18:40 - 18 minutes - 17 MBPeter Klein continues his breakdown of Wrestlemania with a look at night two including a wild main event and why he disagrees with the decision that was made to close the show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Wrestlemania 39 Night 1 breakdown
April 05, 2023 18:17 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBPeter Klein is here with his analysis of Night One of WWE Wrestlemania 39. He goes over why he felt it was a near-perfect show and who he thinks some of the stars are coming out of it. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Wrestlemania Preview Part 2 - Fresh Take Network
April 01, 2023 17:41 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBPeter Klein is back for part two of his WWE Wrestlemania Preview. He joined the Fresh Take Network to discuss the entire weekend. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Wrestlemania Preview Part 1 - Fouad Suleiman
April 01, 2023 17:17 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIt is Wrestlemania Day!!!! Peter Klein has a two-parter for his Wrestlemania Preview. First he is joined by Fouad Suleiman from the SDPN to talk about the key stories heading into this weekend's shows. Part two still to come! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 30 - MLB Season Preview
March 30, 2023 18:45 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBPeter Klein is back for his season preview for MLB. He goes over the teams that have the most talent in baseball and then he goes division by division giving his predictions all the way to the World Series. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 29 - Best line ups and pitching rotations in MLB
March 29, 2023 20:03 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBPeter Klein is back to continue his look at the MLB ahead of the start of the season. Today he goes over the top line ups and rotations in baseball. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 27 - Lamar Jackson saga, MLB best and worst off-season's
March 27, 2023 23:30 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBAfter a break Peter Klein is back. On the show today he looks at the weird case for Lamar Jackson and why both he and the Baltimore Ravens have a compelling case. Then it is time to start previewing the MLB season with a look at which teams had the best and worst offseasons. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 16 - Aaron Rodgers mess, How the Chiefs built their Super Bowl Champion
March 16, 2023 19:06 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBPeter Klein is back for a Thursday episode. First, he goes over why the New York Jets might be making a mistake going for Aaron Rodgers. Then after some quick World Baseball Classic, Calgary Flames and Toronto Raptors notes Peter is back with another "How They Were Built" Looking at the Kansas City Chiefs. And he closes with Today's Ticket. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 14 - Kamaru Usman Legacy Look
March 14, 2023 14:53 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBPeter Klein is back getting ready for UFC 286 looking at the legacy of Kamaru Usman. From his beginnings on TUF 21 to the Welterweight Championship he goes over what makes Kamaru so great. He also discusses what it would mean for Usman to win Saturday night. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 13 - Good news for the Flames, WBC lessons for the NHL, early UFC storylines
March 13, 2023 15:09 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBPeter Klein is back for a Monday episode. First Peter looks at a convincing win for the Flames over the Senators on Sunday. Then he is baffled by the NHL not learning from the World Baseball Classic. Lastly its fight week with Peter looking at what is on the line for UFC 286 this weekend. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 10 - Football and Fights Friday
March 11, 2023 05:12 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBPeter Klein is back for a Football and Fights Friday. First, he looks at the massive trade between the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers and how it completely changes the face of the NFL draft. Then he discusses the fights to make after UFC 285 and previews this weekend's UFC card. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
March 9 - The epic Patrick Mahomes trade tree
March 10, 2023 01:35 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBPeter Klein is back with maybe his nerdiest episode ever. He started by seeing what the Buffalo Bills actually got in return for the pick that would be Patrick Mahomes. That spidered off into a tree that involves 15 teams, an MVP, and isn't fully completed yet. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy