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Nothing Personal with David Samson

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NPDS - Nothing Personal with David Samson is a daily sports podcast hosted by David Samson. David is dedicated to decoding the endless musings of players, owners and others in a concise, articulate and entertaining manner. Samson was in charge of a Major League Baseball team for 18 years, with winning a World Series ring, building a new ballpark, hosting an All-Star game, and buying and selling a franchise, among his many experiences and accomplishments. His breadth of knowledge covers all aspects of sport. This podcast will be the destination for fans of sports and entertainment who want to hear the truth about real situations as they occur each day. Every segment will give his audience a unique perspective, not found anywhere else. His voice is strong and unwavering, his brand is honesty and his reach is extraordinary. And remember, it's just business...It's nothing personal! Subscribe to Nothing Personal on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@npds

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Jim Harbaugh, Michigan taking Big Ten to court over suspension! Texas A&M will pay Jimbo Fisher $76 MILLION to NOT coach! (Episode 931)

November 13, 2023 13:56 - 46 minutes

If you wannnnnnnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘temporary injunction’ as in Jim Harbaugh as in Michigan as in the Big Ten as in college football. It has been a wild 72 hours in the college football world, but let’s start in Happy Valley. Michigan goes to play Penn State and Jim Harbaugh was not there. The Big Ten suspended him on Friday night! (12:10) Jimbo Fisher was fired by Texas A&M and the school owes him $76M! Just insane! $76M to not coach! What ...

Panthers owner David Tepper LOVES firing coaches... Is Frank Reich next?; RSN trouble means MLB payroll problems! (Episode 930)

November 10, 2023 13:55 - 48 minutes

Merch Merch Merch! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘teppermental’ as in David Tepper as in the Carolina Panthers as in Frank Reich as in Bryce Young as in Carolina, we have a problem. Tepper fires coaches everywhere. Fires soccer coaches. Fires NFL coaches. Is Frank Reich next? (11:00) MLB is going to have a payroll problem. We are already seeing it. Regional Sports Networks are causing financial issues for teams! We told you this would happen! (24:20) Review: Dumb Money. (3...

Scott Boras takes center stage at MLB GM Meetings... lucky us!; Michigan readies itself for battle with Big Ten! (Episode 929)

November 09, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes

Merch and things: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘hibernation’ as in bears as in winter as in polar bears (?) as in Scott Boras as in MLB GM Meetings. Oh boy. What did Scotty have to say? He talked free agents. He talked World Series. He talked pitch clock. (14:35) Los Angels hire Ron Washington! We told you it would happen. The Bruce Bochy Effect! (20:24) What the heck is happening with Michigan v. Big Ten? It’s gotten insane. It’s become a witch hunt to see who has done ...

Cashman calls Yankees "pretty f****** good!" - what did he mean!?; MLB Meetings: Here's EVERYTHING that's being discussed! (Episode 928)

November 08, 2023 14:01 - 47 minutes

Merch Merch Merch Merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘indignant’ as in GM Meetings as in scrums as in media sessions as in Brian Cashman as in the Yankees. What happened? Well, the GM Meetings are taking place in Scottsdale. What happens there you ask? Let’s discuss. (18:45) The Ohtani Sweepstakes have begun. He was the talk of the town. Everyone wants him. Everyone has a plan. How else are teams preparing for this offseason? What happens if you lose out on Ohtani? (24:...

Chicago Cubs shock MLB! Fire Ross and hire Craig Counsell!; Mets hire Yankees bench coach!; Will any MLB player accept a qualifying offer? (Episode 927)

November 07, 2023 13:58 - 48 minutes

If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘managerial madness’ as in you’re fired as in you’re hired as in David Ross as in Craig Counsell as in the Chicago Cubs as in WHAT!? Craig Counsell leaves the Brewers for division rival Brewers! (16:20) The New York Mets have hired Carlos Mendoza! Who? The Yankees bench coach. What happened with Counsell!? (18:50) The Arizona Diamondbacks extended Torey Luvullo again. That’s right. Twice in one year! (22:00) The C...

Roger Goodell wants more and more and more international NFL games!; Marlins hire Rays GM to takeover baseball ops; MLB option roundup! (Episode 926)

November 06, 2023 13:57 - 48 minutes

Merch Merch Merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘euros’ as in Europe as in NFL as in expansion as in international revenue as in Roger Goodell wants to win the world. London games. Germany games. Mexico games. Brazil games? Spain games? Goodell wants this, but will it work? (15:48) NPPOD. (18:15) The Miami Marlins have a new president of baseball ops. The Marlins go to Tampa and hire away GM Peter Bender. What does this mean for the Marlins? (30:32) Review: Nyad. (36:20)...

Biggest MLB offseason storylines you need to know! Big Ten wants Michigan, Harbaugh punished ASAP!; The Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried continues (Episode 925)

November 03, 2023 12:56 - 46 minutes

BUY MERCH: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘free agency’ as in Shohei Ohtani as in the off-season as in Clayton Kershaw as in Blake Snell as in storylines. What is happening? What should you pay attention to? Does Fox still want baseball? Who is going to manage your team? (21:00) What the heck is happening with Michigan? All the Big Ten schools are out to get Harbaugh and Michigan now. They want punishment. (31:00) Review: Locke. (35:10) SBF and FTX are finished. Done. Conv...

Texas Rangers win the World Series! Padres having cash problems!? What does that mean?; We're talking hockey today! (Episode 924)

November 02, 2023 13:03 - 47 minutes

New tees and hoodies available now: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘1st ring’ as in you always remember your first as in the Texas Rangers have won the World Series! Corey Seager wins his 2nd MVP. Marcus Semien played 179 games this year. What a night for Texas and Bruce Bochy! (8:35) What happened with the Padres yesterday? A report came out about a loan the team needed to get to afford payroll. What does that mean? (24:40) Review: Old Dads. (27:28) What the heck is happe...

Rangers one win away from World Series crown! Raiders fire Josh McDaniels and GM while you were sleeping!; Fan violence needs to stop! (Episode 923)

November 01, 2023 13:01 - 46 minutes

NEW MERCH HAS DROPPED: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘27 outs’ as in that’s all that the Rangers need to win it all. The Diamondbacks were behind 10-0 in the blink of an eye. No Garcia. No problem. Corey Seager is just on fire! (9:50) While we were sleeping the Raiders fired its head coach and GM. Josh McDaniels, goodbye. Dave Ziegler, goodbye. Mark Davis has more changes to his head coaches than most people changes their underpants! (22:50) Review: Milli Vanilli. (27:00)...

Rangers take 2-1 World Series lead, but lose Scherzer AND Garcia!; James Harden gets traded to Clippers! Here's the latest on the Athletics move! (Episode 922)

October 31, 2023 12:54 - 47 minutes

NEW MERCH DROP TOMORROW: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘69’ as in 69% as in the World Series as in 69% of the time it works every time. As in the team that takes a 2-1 lead in a 7-game series has a 69% chance of winning. That would be the Texas Rangers. Scherzer hurt? Adolís Garcia hurt? Oh boy. (23:00) James Harden has been traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. It happened. Harden gets his wish. The 76ers are free of him and his baggage. (33:33) Review: Pain Hustlers. (38:...

World Series is a series! Diamondbacks looking to end Rangers road record!; NFL Trade Deadline is tomorrow! Michigan pulls its contract extension from Harbaugh! (Episode 921)

October 30, 2023 12:54 - 47 minutes

We have new merch dropping Wednesday! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘best of 5’ as win 3 more games and the season is over as in win 3 more games and you’re the World Series champions! Who will it be? The Texas Rangers had one of the greatest comebacks you’ll ever see in Game 1! In Game 2 the Arizona Diamondbacks turned on the jets and crushed the Rangers! Now we’re in Arizona for games 3, 4, and 5! (20:00) The NFL Trade Deadline is tomorrow! Are you excited? Are you read...

World Series Game 1: Diamondbacks or Rangers!? Who has the advantage?; NBA v. Load Management is here thanks to Harden and Sixers!; Michigan sign-stealing update! (Episode 920)

October 27, 2023 12:57 - 47 minutes

Buy merch here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘Game 1’ as in the first game of the World Series is tonight! Diamondbacks! Rangers! What are the keys to the series? Who has the advantage? The red hot underdog Diamondbacks? What about the star power of the Rangers offense? (20:00) The NBA is battling load management this year. Fines are on the horizon. Where is James Harden? Are the Suns resting stars already? (32:10) Review: Poisoned - The Dirty Truth About Your Food. (37:...

How the Diamondbacks and Rangers prepare for the World Series!; Craig Counsell to the Mets?; The Chicago Bulls hold players-only meeting after Game 1!?!? (Episode 919)

October 26, 2023 12:57 - 47 minutes

Talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘36 hours’ as in the World Series as in first pitch as in final preparations as in what are the Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers doing. Let’s discuss how teams plan for Game 1. What are the nerves like? What are the players and coaches doing? (13:20) Is Craig Counsell to the Mets a lock? We all saw it coming when David Stearns got the Mets job. Interesting. (19:00) What about the Brewers? They need a new manager. An...

Arizona Diamondbacks upset the Phillies! The World Series is set!; 20 Year anniversary of the Marlins World Series win!; Bob Melvin leaves Padres for rival Giants! (Episode 917)

October 25, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes

If you wanna wanna wanna wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘cold blooded’ as in snakes as in big moment as in no emotion as in the Diamondbacks have done it! Down 3-2 to the Phillies. 2 games in Philadelphia. And the Arizona Diamondbacks got it done! Ketel Marte! Corbin Carroll! Brandon Pfaadt! Ginkel and Sewald! All take down Schwarber and Harper and Turner and Castellanos as Wheeler and Nola! (22:20) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? It’s the 20-year anniv...

The Texas Rangers are headed to the World Series! Adolís Garcia is a BAD MAN!; Underdog Diamondbacks force Game 7! The NBA returns -- here's what I'm watching! (Episode 917)

October 24, 2023 12:53 - 45 minutes

Talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘pennant’ as in World Series berth on the line as in the Texas Rangers as in the Houston Astros as in Game 7 as in baseball! The Rangers did it. The Astros fell apart at home. How did this happen!? Adolís Garcia had a series to remember! He had a Game 7 that will forever be remembered! (17:42) We have another Game 7! The Arizona Diamondbacks did it again! Tommy Pham! Lourdes Gurriel Jr! Can the Phillies win a Game 7 at ho...

Adolis Garcia silences Astros fans with grand slam! It's time for Astros-Rangers Game 7! Can the Phillies close out D-Backs?; Michigan State football is at it again! (Episode 916)

October 23, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes

If you would like to talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘Game 7’ as in not 1, not 2, not 3, not 4, not 5, no 6, but Game 7! Winner takes all! World Series berth on the line. Astros. Rangers. Here we go! (22:04) It’s time to talk Phillies/Diamondbacks! Arizona has surprised a lot of people and made this a series. Can they win on the road? I don’t know! (28:30) Review: Bottoms. (33:18) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Bob Melvin and his future...

Astros blast off on Rangers in Game 4! Series is now tied! Diamondbacks walk-off in Game 3 win over Phillies! Michigan sign-stealing scandal! (Episode 915)

October 20, 2023 12:58 - 48 minutes

If you wannnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsondpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘meatloaf’ as in MA! THE MEATLOAF! as in the singer as in 2 out of 3 ain’t bad as in the Houston Astros have tied things up with the Texas Rangers. The Astros fell behind in the series at home 0-2 then went and won the first 2 on the road in Arlington! So now we get one more for Texas at home than 2 in Houston (if needed) (11:15) Diamondbacks walk it off against the Phillies! What a game! There was something i...

Astros chase Max Scherzer out early, win Game 3 vs Rangers! Can the Diamondbacks quiet the Phillies bats?; Where in the world is James Harden? (Episode 914)

October 19, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes

Talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘mad max’ as in fury road as in Max Scherzer as in the Texas Rangers as in the Houston Astros chased Scherzer out in 4 innings. Scherzer was making his first start since 9/12 with a shoulder injury and he got shelled. The Astros got a game, do we now have a series? (14:20) Will Arizona make this a series? Can Arizona make this a series? (23:20) Review: Sitting in Bars with Cake. (27:30) Where is James Harden? Is he still ...

Phillies continue to homer apart the Diamondbacks! Can Arizona make it a series!?; Can the Astros get to Max Scherzer!? (Episode 913)

October 18, 2023 12:55 - 47 minutes

If you wannnnnnnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘rattled’ as in rattlesnake as in shook as in nervous as in Diamondbacks as in the Phillies are good. Last night we saw what the Phillies are built to do. Hit dingers. Pitch lights out. Kyle Schwarber goes yard twice. Trea Turner goes yard. Nola doesn’t allow a run. What can Arizona even do? (10:45) Are the Astros finished? Will Max Scherzer pitch like an ace? Can anything happen!? It’s the postseason so ye...

Why did the Marlins and Kim Ng part ways? Rangers take 2-0 series lead over Astros! Phillies homer and homer and homer in Game 1 win! (Episode 912)

October 17, 2023 12:57 - 47 minutes

You can reach us here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘one step’ as in closer as in 2-0 series as in the Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros again! A terrible first inning by Framber Valdez and the Rangers were up 4-0 in the blink of an eye. Yordan Alvarez tried his hardest to get Houston back into it but it wasn’t enough. And onto Arlington we go! (10:00) The Phillies cannot stop hitting home runs. Schwarber homer. Harper homer. Castellanos homer. Can the Diamondbacks s...

Rangers take Game 1 of ALCS in Battle for Texas against Astros! Do the Diamondbacks have a chance against Phillies!? (Episode 911)

October 16, 2023 13:03 - 46 minutes

Buy our merch! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘buckle’ as in belt buckle as in Texas as in Houston as in the battle for Texas in the ALCS. The Rangers took Game 1. Got 2 runs off Verlander and that was enough. The Rangers have still yet to lose in the postseason! (10:30) Philadelphia Phillies vs Arizona Diamondbacks… who ya got!? (21:45) Review: Fair Play. (28:40) The San Francisco Giants have interview Alyssa Nakken for the manager job. Let’s talk about how historic this i...

Atta boy! The Phillies have eliminated the Braves again!; Battle for Texas preview: Astros vs Rangers! (Episode 910)

October 13, 2023 13:07 - 47 minutes

If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘atta boy’ as in Bryce Harper as in Nick Castellanos as in Trea Turner as in the Philadelphia Phillies have eliminated the Atlanta Braves again. Back-to-back seasons in the NLDS to reach the NLCS. How did they get it done? Braves had the best record in baseball and got 1 postseason win to show for it. And let’s stop talking about the playoff format! (15:45) It’s the battle for Texas! Rangers vs Astros! Houston back...

Dodgers get swept by Diamondbacks! Does LA need to make changes!?; Bryce Harper got angry and made Braves pay!; Yankees president calls out Marlins and Rays (Episode 909)

October 12, 2023 12:54 - 47 minutes

If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘ugh’ as in woof as in really as in cmon as in here we go again as in sweeps! Diamondbacks swept the Dodgers! What? How did the Dodgers collapse again? The Arizona Diamondbacks. The underdogs! (10:50) The Phillies have the lead! Bryce Harper is beast. That’s it. The Braves got him angry. It is now the story of the series. (19:40) The Houston Astros are back in the ALCS. They have lived there. 7-straight appearances...

Rangers headed to ALCS! Astros looking to make it all-Texas ALCS!; A quick shoutout to Barry Melrose!; Is LeBron the next Jordan? (Episode 908)

October 11, 2023 12:52 - 47 minutes

If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘three’ as in three games as in the LDS as in three wins are needed. The Houston Astros are now one win away from getting back to the ALCS. The bats came alive and the Minnesota Twins could do nothing about it. The Astros are too good. (8:30) The Texas Rangers are headed to the ALCS for the first time since 2011. The Baltimore Orioles didn’t have a chance. Corey Seager, Adolis Garcia, Evan Carter. (16:00) Let me ta...

MLB Divisional Series: Braves late-game magic ties series with Phillies!; NFL turf monster has gone global!; My thoughts on what's taking place in Israel (Episode 907)

October 10, 2023 13:01 - 51 minutes

If you want to talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘home’ — we’re going to talk sports to start the show. Playoff baseball. And then we’ll get to Israel and Palestine. Let’s begin with the Braves and Phillies. What a game! Is playoff rust a thing with #1 seeds? Can that be real? The Diamondbacks are going to do it. The Dodgers are cooked! (12:50) We have more turf drama. This time it has gone global. Tottenham plays at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The field is gras...

MLB Divisional Series: Here's what has interested me!; Can someone explain what happened with the Miami Hurricanes?; Blue Jays GM puts blame on manager (Episode 906)

October 09, 2023 12:58 - 47 minutes

BUY MERCH: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘underway’ as in happening as in started as in not ended as in the MLB postseason is here and the Divisional Round is here. What’s been happening? For all you football distracted people, we’ve got you covered! Let’s start with the Rangers and Orioles. Texas is too good. Baltimore is too young. (13:50) The Astros and Twins split the games in Houston. Carlos Correa is having himself a postseason for Minnesota. It’s what he does. (21:...

Why didn't Mets tell the truth about Billy Eppler's resignation? MLB Divisional Round previews! Fitzgerald suing Northwestern for $130 MILLION! (Episode 905)

October 06, 2023 12:59 - 48 minutes

BUY MERCH: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘flushed’ as in flushing as in swept away as in resigning as in Billy Eppler is out of Flushing. What happened? Why did the Mets GM choose to resign now? MLB is investigation Eppler over Injured List violations? What? (15:00) Let’s chat about the MLB Divisional Series! Rangers or Orioles? Twins or Astros? Diamondbacks or Dodgers? Phillies or Braves? (27:20) Review: The Super Models. (31:30) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone ask...

MLB Wild Card: You get a SWEEP! and you get a SWEEP! and you get a SWEEP! and you get a SWEEP!; World Cup updates and trying to find Messi (Episode 904)

October 05, 2023 13:05 - 47 minutes

Check out the new Wait to See tee: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘swept’ as in sweep as in postseason baseball as in four series as in four sweeps as in MLB is despondent! Where were the Rays fans again? Record low crowds. 99 win team, swept at home. Sad. The Texas Rangers were just better. (9:10) The Minnesota Twins won a postseason series! Stop the presses! It happened. 21 years in the making! (16:20) The Diamondbacks sweep the Brewers! Milwaukee jumps out to another le...

MLB Wild Card: Rays have RECORD LOW attendance for Game 1 loss!; When is okay to do a champagne shower?; Mariners Pres. has one of the WORST quotes EVER (Episode 903)

October 04, 2023 12:54 - 47 minutes

Please buy our new shirt! (or some stickers!): davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘elimination’ as in gone as in destroyed as in see you later as in four teams in the Wild Card Round are facing elimination already. It happens that quickly! Let’s start with the Rangers and Rays. Where were the fans? How big of a problem is this? Can you believe there was a live break-in during the Rays-Rangers game? It was an announced that the Speaker of the House had been ousted! What about c...

MLB Wild Card preview and picks! Will any team sign Trevor Bauer next season?; Padres making no front office changes, Angels fire manager (Episode 902)

October 03, 2023 13:03 - 47 minutes

NEW MERCH ALERT: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘wild card’ as in MLB as in postseason as in baseball as in let’s go! Let’s preview it all! Rays and Rangers! Twins and Blue Jays! Brewers and Diamondbacks! Marlins and Phillies! And what are my picks!? ALSO! WE HAVE A NEW MERCH DROP! (19:45) Review: Saint of Second Chances. (24:40) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Trevor Bauer and the latest update on his settlement. They wanted to know if Trevor Bauer wo...

MLB Regular season is over! Let the postseason begin!he Marlins are back in! Mets and Giants fire managers! The Bears are still BAD! (Episode 901)

October 02, 2023 12:59 - 47 minutes

NEW MERCH DROPPING TOMORROW: davidsamsonpodcast.com We’re going to start things off with a word on Tim Wakefield who died at age 57. Special shoutout to Miguel Cabrera. What a career. What a player. (5:55) Today’s word of the day is ‘it’s over’ as in the regular season has come to an end… it’s now time for the MLB postseason! The best time of year! The Astros win the AL West on the final day! Now the Rangers go to Tampa! Who else made it? The year of the small revenue teams! (13:35) Let me t...

Final weekend of MLB regular season is here and there's A LOT to play for!; Curt Schilling can't help himself! Did the Trail Blazers really ask Dame to tank!? (Episode 900)

September 29, 2023 12:53 - 47 minutes

Get yourself a Horse Hockey! tee here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘final weekend’ as in Friday as in Saturday as in Sunday as in the regular season in MLB is about to be over! So much is still on the line! Will the Marlins have to play a half-inning on Monday!? Did the Cubs implosion continue? Who wins the AL West? Who makes the AL Wild Card!? (12:30) The Baltimore Orioles have won 100 games. The Baltimore Orioles have won the AL East. The Baltimore Orioles have finish...

Sorry, Heat fans! Damian Lillard traded to the Milwaukee Bucks out of nowhere!; MLB Postseason races are WILD! Cubs? Marlins? Astros? Mariners? (Episode 899)

September 28, 2023 12:52 - 47 minutes

MERCH AND MORE: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘buck’ as in a doe as in a deer as in antlers as in Giannis as in Milwaukee as in Damian Lillard has been traded to the Bucks! Not Miami! Not Toronto! Player empowerment finished? Not so fast! (12:20) The MLB postseason is so close! Big losses! Big wins! Teams crumbling! Teams making runs! This is baseball! Cubs? Marlins? Should the Brewers pick their opponent? (30:10) Review: Wilderness. (34:40) What is culture in the clubhous...

Mets-Marlins rain delay disaster! How could this happen!?; Josh Harris wants all. the sports teams!; Colin Kaepernick letter to Jets leaked by J. Cole? What? (Episode 898)

September 27, 2023 13:06 - 47 minutes

You can talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘tarp’ as in rain as in rain delay as in groundscrew as in the Mets and Marlins game was postponed after hours of talking about the field. The Marlins are furious. What happened? How could this happen? (10:15) Josh Harris opens up to ESPN about why he needed to own the Washington Commanders. He is on a quest. He now has 4 Infinity Stones of franchises. (19:40) Colin Kaepernick wrote a letter to the Jets. It was re...

Why the Bengals front office felt they needed to play Joe Burrow; Broadway Joe says Zach Wilson has to go!; I was RIGHT about the San Diego Padres (Episode 897)

September 26, 2023 13:04 - 47 minutes

Ya wannnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘aspiration’ as in hope as in expectations as in belief as in the Cincinnati Bengals want a Super Bowl. 2 seasons ago it was a Super Bowl loss. Last season was an AFC Championship loss. Now Joe Burrow has a calf injury and he doesn’t look good. Last night he struggled, but they won. How do teams handle these player injuries? (10:30) What are the Jets doing with Zach Wilson. He is bad. The team is losing. Saleh is do...

Recapping the 4x4x48 Challenge; The Chicago Bears and the Denver Broncos are down BAD! Can it really get worse!? (Episode 896)

September 25, 2023 12:54 - 46 minutes

Donate, if you wanna talk to Samson, or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘mentality’ as in the mind as in the brain as in the drive as in the 4x4x48 Challenge was grueling. Rain. Cold. Winds. Sleep deprivation. Tears. But we did it. (10:45) The Bears are in a bad place. Bad week. DC resigns. Stolen equipment. Getting blown out with Taylor Swift in attendance. Bad bad week. (17:35) The Dolphins dropped a 70 Burger on the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Sean Payton is in ...

Welcome to FIFA's Golden Bachelor: Jerry Jones, Stan Kroenke, John Mara try and win Gianni Infantino's heart; Tommy Pham calls out the Mets! (Episode 895)

September 22, 2023 13:04 - 47 minutes

DONATE HERE: https://give.michaeljfox.org/fundraiser/4638040 Today’s word of the day is ‘rose’ as in the Golden Bachelor as in Gianni Infantino as in Jerry Jones as in Stan Kroenke as in John Mara as in the NFL owners want FIFA’s rose. Why? The World Cup Final is at stake! Millions and millions and millions of dollars at stake. And the battle is on! (14:20) The Mets. Here we go again. Disaster season gets worse and worse and worse. What happened now? (28:30) Review: Just One Mile. (34:40) NP...

What in the world is going on with the Chicago Bears!?; Investigation into fan death at Patriots/Dolphins game; James Dolan hates being an owner (Episode 894)

September 21, 2023 12:56 - 46 minutes

Donate to the Michael J. Fox Foundation here and let's help find a cure for Parkinson's: https://give.michaeljfox.org/fundraiser/4638040 Today’s word of the day is ‘storied’ as in historic as in past time as in historic as in the Chicago Bears. What is happening with this team? Did Justin Fields call out his coaches did he not? Are the Bears leaving downtown or are they not? Did the defensive coordinator resign or did he not? What is happening!? (24:45) Something happened at the Patriots gam...

Did Rams head coach Sean McVay know the spread!?; Is the Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal?; Michigan State v. Mel Tucker: The $79M battle (Episode 893)

September 20, 2023 12:53 - 46 minutes

Wanna Talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘oblivious’ as in ignorant as in didn’t know it as in didn’t see it as in Sean McVay said he had no idea what the spread was in the Rams and 49ers game. What happened? Why is it important? (13:10) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Tampa Bay Rays new stadium. What are the big talking points from the team’s presser yesterday? (25:40) Review: The List (28:35) What’s going on with Mel Tucker and Michig...

Tampa Bay Rays are staying in St. Pete! Goodbye relocation, hello expansion!?; NFL files grievance against NFLPA over running backs! Mahomes gets his BAG! (Episode 892)

September 19, 2023 12:57 - 47 minutes

Link to donate to Parkinson's Research/4x4x48 Challenge: https://give.michaeljfox.org/fundraiser/4638040 Today’s word of the day is ‘never a doubt’ as in the Tampa Bay Rays are not going to Montreal. They are not going to Vegas. They are not going to Orlando. They are staying in St. Pete. 30,000 seat stadium. Fixed domed. (12:45) We have a fight between the NFL and the union right now. The league is alleging that the NFLPA told running backs to fake injuries in contract negotiations. What!? ...

Shohei Ohtani season is over! Is his career with Angels done too!?; Dodgers win NL West for 10th time in 11 years: does lack of rings impact dynasty talk? (Episode 891)

September 18, 2023 12:54 - 46 minutes

Today’s word of the day is ‘procedure’ as in plan as in an outline as in an operation as in Shohei Ohtani is going to get one. Will be it be Tommy John? Will he get a bionic arm? Will it just be plasma injections? What is it and what’s his future!? (11:20) The Dodgers have won the West again. 10 titles in 11 years. Sorry Padres fans. (28:55) Top 5 Most Memorable Actor Expressions in Movies. (32:30) Mike Babcock has resigned. Welp, guess that podcast was right! (37:10) NPPOD. (40:35) Alexander...

Boston Red Sox, Mookie Betts, and the downfall of Chaim Bloom; Is foreign money coming to takeover the NFL?; Where is Alek Manoah? (Episode 890)

September 15, 2023 12:55 - 47 minutes

Wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘CBO’ as in Chief as in Baseball as in Officer as in the Red Sox have fired Chaim Bloom after (almost) 4 seasons with the club. Why now? What did Bloom do wrong? The Mookie Betts trade? Was that on him? (14:10) Is foreign money coming to the NFL? Does this sound familiar? Could it be the Saudi fund? Hmmmmm… (24:30) Review: Kielce. (28:20) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Alek Manoah and wh...

NFL players want grass, Roger Goodell says some want turf... which ones?; Max Scherzer likely done for the season; Thunder get VERY generous new arena deal (Episode 889)

September 14, 2023 12:56 - 47 minutes

Wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘artificial’ as in turf as in grass as in bermuda as in the NFLPA wants grass and Roger Goodell says maybe, maybe not. Are the players going to get the change? Goodell says he’s heard ‘mixed opinions’ from players. Which players? (14:15) Max Scherzer is done for the year. Another injury. The Rangers are despondent. What of all the teams that also went all-in at the deadline? At the waiver deadline? (27:20) L...

Are the Jets Zach Wilson's team now? Or just for now?; New NFL lawsuit alleges Cowboys, Bills owners said racist remarks about players! Mets set to hire David Stearns (Episode 888)

September 13, 2023 12:53 - 47 minutes

Wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘tactfully’ as in tactics as in game planning as in carefully choosing next step as in Aaron Rodgers is done for the season and now what? Robert Saleh took the microphone and tried to rally the troops around Zach Wilson. (12:10) A new lawsuit has been filed against the NFL by longtime writer Jim Trotter and it’s a banger. He has alleged that Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and Bills owner Terry Pegula said racist ...

Thrill & Agony: Jets win on walk-off punt return in OT, lose Aaron Rodgers to feared Achilles tear 4 plays into debut; Another day, another athlete arrested for domestic violence (Episode 887)

September 12, 2023 12:55 - 47 minutes

You wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘misery’ as in pain as in agony as in heartbreak as in Aaron Rodgers was injured 4 plays into his Jets debut. Horrifying. Team fears an achilles tear. But, hey, the Jets still won on a walk-off punt return TD in overtime! (16:20) Another day, another NBA player charged with domestic violence. Here we go again. (24:10) The Dodgers have scrubbed Julio Urías from the team. Locker gone. Murals gone. (29:45) ...

22 years since 9/11/01... Mel Tucker is the latest in the "College Sports Has a Problem" cycle; Nationals owner releases statement on Strasburg (Episode 886)

September 11, 2023 12:56 - 47 minutes

It’s been 22 years since 9/11/2001. Let’s take some time to remember and reflect. Michigan State has suspended head football coach Mel Tucker amid a Title IX investigation into sexual assault and an inappropriate relationship with sexual assault advocate Brenda Tracy. What happened? Why did Michigan State wait so long to announce the suspension? What happens next? (18:45) Art Briles was on the field after the Oklahoma win. It never ends. (26:00) Review: Somebody, Somewhere. (30:50) Nationals ...

Chiefs don't look like Super Bowl contenders! Joe Burrow is now the HIGHEST PAID player EVER! What in the world is happening with the Nationals!? (Episode 885)

September 08, 2023 13:37 - 47 minutes

HORSE HOCKEY! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘we’re off!’ no not us taking a break as in the NFL season is here as in the Chiefs vs the Lions as in Patrick Mahomes as in Dan Campbell bitting kneecaps as in footballllll!!!! (5:45) Joe Burrow is now a paid man. $275M. On the eve of the football season. At the start of the Chiefs game. NFL quarterbacks are getting big big big money. (10:45) Justin Jefferson wants a new contract from the Vikings. He’s going to get a new deal, ...

Could USC star Caleb Williams REALLY skip the 2024 NFL Draft!?; Chiefs have a Chris Jones sized problem!; Update on the Marlins and Dodgers ace Julio Urías (Episode 884)

September 07, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes

Get your Horse Hockey! shirt here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘apple’ as as in two bites as in two chances as in Caleb Williams could skip the NFL draft. What? The reigning Heisman Trophy winner going back to school for another year? Could it happen? That’s what his father said! NGTH! (9:10) The Kansas City Chiefs have a problem. Where is Chris Jones? Star defensive tackle is holding out over a new deal. (17:35) Nick Bosa has gotten paid. Big money! (20:50) NFL predict...

Giancarlo Stanton joins the 400 HR Club; Scherzer v. Verlander for first time ever!; Where was Ohtani on picture day!? (Episode 883)

September 06, 2023 12:56 - 46 minutes

NEW MERCH ALERT! Horse Hockey! tee is now live! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘400’ as in Mark McGwire as in Babe Ruth as in Alex Rodriguez as in Giancarlo Stanton. He did it. Last night he became the 4th fastest to join the 400 club! (15:40) NPPOD - we’ve got Max Scherzer v. Justin Verlander today! First time ever! Two hall of famers. Teammates. (23:20) Review: Telemarketers. (25:50) Where was Ohtani!? Los Angeles Angels had a stand-in for him in the team photos. What? (...

Dodgers ace Julio Urías arrested for felony domestic violence... again; Shohei Ohtani's agent gives update on injury; Is this the end for Anthony Rendon? (Episode 882)

September 05, 2023 12:55 - 47 minutes

NEW MERCH DROPPING TOMORROW AT 8AM ET ON DAVIDSAMSONPODCAST.COM Today’s word of the day is ‘you’re out’ as in no more strikes as in no more chances as in Julio Urías has been arrested and charged with felony domestic violence again. He was suspended 20 games in 2019 for the same thing. He’s a pending free agent. What will MLB do? What will the Dodgers do? (12:20) Shohei Ohtani’s agent has gone public with Ohtani’s future. Kind of. (20:45) What is it with the Angels? Let’s take a look at Antho...