Sports? with Katie Nolan
218 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4.6K ratingsSports? with Katie Nolan is a weekly show about sports and all the things tangentially related to sports. Its friends would describe it as "curious," "fun," and "a podcast." Weekly guests will include sports fans from all sorts of industries: comedy, film, television, science?
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Episodes
The Oregon Fail
June 10, 2020 16:27 - 2 hoursThe KAJ are finally doing it, folks, they're finally heading west. But first, they share their hottest Disney takes (1:40) and get some updates, like mental health (14:06) and The Challenge (33:28). Then, the gang puts on their pioneer hats and takes to The Oregon Trail (54:40). How will it end? Dysentery? Cholera? Something way stupider? These questions and more will be answered on this week's Sports?
Important Stuff and Not Important Stuff
June 03, 2020 15:41 - 1 hourImportant stuff (00:05) and not important stuff (20:11).
Sports: The Gathering
May 27, 2020 20:50 - 2 hoursThe KAJ starts off by picking their Starting 5 Disney Princesses to fill out an NBA team (00:28), then it's time for some updates: Friendly Banter (4:18), Mental Health (33:32), DJ Magic the Gathering (41:10), The Challenge (53:18), The Pupdate (1:00:59), and A Goosebumps Book Report (1:09:59). Later, Katie, Ashley and Jay have intel on Every. Single. Major. Sport. (1:35:55). Because you know what, bud? This is a sports podcast, that is about sports. Famously.
FMK (and Other Questions)
May 20, 2020 15:29 - 1 hourIt's that time, friends - it's an All Voicemail Pod. The KAJ gets to all of the important questions, starting with What Oceans 11 of Athletes would they rob a bank with (00:18)? Later, they answer questions about cursing sports teams (46:07), the real rules of FMK (52:02), sorting the USWNT into Hogwarts houses (1:03:39), which candle flavor they'd melt into (1:10:26), and if they could read all of their old AIM chats (1:22:10). There's also a Challenge Update (30:29), some spontaneous French...
Mike / Jordan
May 13, 2020 15:04 - 1 hourThe KAJ is back and they are diving into some big sports news, but first, a question about sports memes (00:26), then a frosted tips update (23:35). Later, Baseball is maybe back? (41:47) and Katie has beef with Dana White (59:09). They finish up with The Mike or Jordan Bracket (1:11:21), featuring your favorite Mikes and Jordans, and a voicemail about embarrassing songs (1:27:30).
The 90's Bracket (Part 2)
May 06, 2020 14:37 - 2 hoursKatie, Ashley and Jay head back inside the KAJ to complete the sweet sixteen of the 90's bracket. Napster? Lisa Frank? Frosted tips? Find out who they crown champion. (27:54) There's also a voicemail about a neighbor who is collecting seeds multiple times a day. Yes, we also want to know more. (2:04:50)
The 90's Bracket (Part One)
April 29, 2020 15:46 - 1 hourInspired by The Last Dance and Pogs, the KAJ head back to the bracket. First, they discuss their worst sports memories (4:53), then dive into a 32-seed bracket of the best things from the 90's (22:32). Later, a voicemail about Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler (1:46:20).
The Recess Games Draft (ft. Ian Karmel)
April 22, 2020 18:07 - 2 hoursWith The Draft coming soon, the KAJ invites Draft Expert Ian Karmel to join them. After diving in on Gronk to the Bucs (19:51), Ian joins the KAJ and they get into the nitty gritty about drafting, and of course, by that, we mean, drafting the best ever recess games (33:00). Later, a voicemail about The Quarantine Purge (1:58:48). KAJ DOOR SLAM.
The PupCast
April 15, 2020 15:43 - 2 hoursKatie, Ashley, Jay and Myrtle (!!) get together to chat about sports? but also puppies (6:08). Later, they pour one out for the XFL (50:06), Christian McCaffrey (1:13:48), A The Challenge Update (1:38:07), French News of the Week (1:49:58), and a voicemail about unsolved mysteries (1:55:26). Woof!
The Art of the Aquadump
April 08, 2020 16:16 - 2 hoursKatie, Ashley, and Jay take charge of April by diving into some very needed host chat, then... there are sports! They discuss Wrestlemania (36:45), The UFC / Baseball BioDome (58:49), and Hologram Roger Goodell (1:36:23). There's also a somewhat tardy Bachelor Update (1:17:51), A Very Cavallari Update (1:42:33), French News of the Week (1:51:44), The Pick 3 Game (1:59:08), and so much more. Get in the KAJ, already.
The Board Game Bracket
April 01, 2020 17:14 - 2 hoursThe KAJ get together for, can it be, the last day of March, to complete one last bracket: the best board games. They start with a voicemail about dominant hands (00:16), then dive into the sweet sixteen (30:38). Later, a voicemail about little victories (2:24:20).
The QuaranTune Bracket
March 25, 2020 17:52 - 2 hoursThe KAJ digitally reunites to crown one song The Official QuaranTune of the quarantine. They start with a voicemail about Katie and Brady (00:15) then dive into the sweet sixteen (25:47). Later, a voicemail about picking just one grocery aisle (2:17:38).
The Work From Home Bracket
March 19, 2020 23:50 - 2 hoursThe KAJ are back together, remotely, and are continuing in this crazy third month with a bracket of the best things about working from home. First, they get a voicemail about best sports video games (1:17), then they dive into the sixteen options (23:10). Later, a voicemail about cheering yourself up (2:27:35).
The Binge Watch Bracket
March 13, 2020 21:35 - 2 hoursIt is truly the craziest third month - so Katie begins by addressing what's going on in the world. Then, she and Jay try to complete a bracket of the best shows to binge watch.
The Food Descriptions Bracket
March 04, 2020 16:54 - 1 hourThird month crazy time is back and the KAJ kicks it off with an epic bracket of food description words. First, they take a voicemail about piggy back rides (1:06), then they get into the sweet sixteen (8:00). Later, there's a quick bachelor update (1:07:38), the final four (1:10:28) and a very existential Kool-Aid question (1:15:54).
Joey Small Hands
February 25, 2020 20:47 - 1 hourThe KAJ starts with a voicemail about their negative spirit animals (00:19). Then, they dive into the big news: An Extra NFL Playoff Game (19:37), Combine Measurements (28:53), and XFL week 3 which proved no one knows anything (33:53). Later, Katie watched Wilder vs. Fury (46:50), The Emergency Back-Up Goalie (1:00:13), and BIG Bachelor Update (1:11:59). Finally, Madison Bumgarner's Alter-Ego (1:33:08) and (another) soccer coach who's mad about sex (1:36:28).
Featuring Schefter
February 18, 2020 13:37 - 1 hourKatie, Ashley, and Jay start with a voicemail about substitute coaching, then dive into the big news: XFL Week 2 (20:12), Adam Schefter makes a surprising appearance (23:05), The NBA All-Star Game (35:54), Aaron Gordon Keeps Getting Robbed (41:50), Ashley Bakes a Take (47:32), and Stephen A got WORKED (50:57). Later, they talk about the MLB Dumpster Fire (1:00:07), Altuve Tattoo Drama (1:05:50), Man City (1:15:57), and Sexy Snakes (1:19:58).
100
February 12, 2020 20:24 - 1 hourKatie, Ashley, and Jay, commonly known as The KAJ, celebrate their 100th episode by doing what they do best, famously: talking about Tom Brady (21:05), The XFL and the Bang Bang Fang Gang (42:42), The Knicks (1:03:23), some weird MLB Reality TV rules (1:06:44), Siba the Poodle (1:15:23), and the USWNT and their CBA (1:18:14). Later, there is, of course, a Bachelor Update (1:35:24) and Erotic News (1:34:19). They end with a voifmail from Aaron (1:42:32). Fwa fwa fwa fwaaaa.
*Dolphin Sound*
February 06, 2020 01:13 - 2 hoursThe KAJ is together again and they start with a voicemail about data. Or is it dah-ta? (00:24) Then, they get into what happened at Super Bowl 54 (23:47), The Baby Nut Fiasco (finasco?) (50:48), and trades in the NBA (1:06:44) and MLB (1:16:28). Later, they talk some big comebacks (1:24:04), a very special Bachelor Update (1:29:50), and get HYPED for XFL (1:46:34). It ends with Erotic News (2:05:02) and Valentines Break Ups (2:07:50) It's a very brief pod.
Do Snakes Have Knees (Super Bowl Preview with Mike Golic Jr)
January 31, 2020 22:53 - 1 hourKatie and Jay are joined by "Good Tweet Mike" (Mike Golic Jr.) at the Super Bowl. They talk 49ers Chiefs (20:20), The Tom Brady Photo (25:00), Mr Peanut (27:07), Snakes Taking Knees (36:20), Female Tendencies (43:20), A Bachelor Update (51:23) and Erotic News (59:48).
Pee Your Pants, Treat Yourself
January 21, 2020 02:03 - 1 hourDid you know today is the saddest day of the year? Well, Katie and Ashley tell you to treat yourself. (8:30) They also talk both AFC and NFC championship games. (25:00) Katie talks about George Kittle's "shirtless Jimmy Garoppolo" shirt. (49:00) And as always, they give you erotic news (1:29:11).
Death. Taxes. Excuses.
January 16, 2020 16:44 - 2 hoursKatie, Ashley and Jay are back with all of the sports? They start by picking desert island athletes then dive into the NFL playoffs, like the Bang Bang Niner Gang (27:22), the Seahawks (29:27), and the end of the Ravens run (37:28). They then talk Luke Kuechly (1:00:59), a Bachelor Update (1:20:45), sign stealing in MLB (1:38:00), and the erotic news of the week (2:04:50). They then finish up with some rhymes (2:12:16).
Peter Pilot
January 09, 2020 13:58 - 2 hoursThe KAJ gets together to pour one out for the Pats (20:00) the Eagles (24:40), and then, at long last, the official Sports? Fantasy Bachelor Draft (36:30). Later, they take a question about Goofy and Pluto and it gets weird (2:02:00).
My Body Is A Six Flags
December 30, 2019 15:16 - 1 hourIt's that time again... it's an ALL VOICEMAIL POD! The KAJ gets into all of your important questions, starting with... who is Travis? Then they're asked about what reality shows they'd crush (13:40), the best TV theme song (26:00), their cover band (46:45), the weirdest thing in their notes app (53:30), their Real Housewives tagline (1:08:30), and what fantasy universe they'd live in (1:21:00). Dive in right now.
Spygate 2: Electric Boogaloo
December 16, 2019 23:26 - 1 hourKatie, Ashley and Jay get asked if a straw has one hole or two, then jump into the NFL playoff scenarios after discussing the playoff-bound Patriots (14:30) and the AFC North winning Ravens (16:00). They discuss how the Eagles control their own destiny (17:30), the Raiders could technically make it? (20:40), their fans should not throw things (32:55), and finally Spygate 2 and how B-Roll works (39:45). Later, they chat about the new Sharks coach being named (1:06:00) Chris Paul, Mall Cop (1:0...
Drool Emoji
December 10, 2019 00:59 - 2 hoursThe KAJ get into a philosophical debate after a voicemail, then jump into their NFL games: The Patriots (28:30), The Ravens (39:10) and a preview of Eagles Giants (46:30). Later, they get into Lizzo shooting her shot with Karl-Anthony Towns (58:30), her dress (1:02:50), and some sanitary questions (1;04:20). Finally, they pick CFP teams and it goes great (1:13:20), a note on Peloton and other ads (1:27:00), and Ashley's no good very bad take (1:43:00).
The DCOM Bracket (Part Two)
December 03, 2019 01:05 - 2 hoursIt's finally here - Katie, Ashley and Jay enter the Final Four of the DCOM Bracket. The remaining match-ups are (1) Motocrossed vs. (4) Jump In! (17:00), and (2) Brink vs. (3) Johnny Tsunami (43:00). Later, they discuss the finals, which we can't tell you here because that would be too easy (1:22:00), and end with a voicemail about vegetables (2:07:00).
The DCOM Bracket (Part One)
November 26, 2019 23:43 - 2 hoursThe KAJ begin with a voicemail about a weird dream and then they get into the official Disney Channel Original (Sports) Movie Bracket (8:00). The matchups: Ready to Run (20:10) vs Motocrossed (31:44), 13th Year (46:20) vs Jump In (1:08:00), Alley Cats Strike! vs Brink! (1:28:00) and finally The Luck of the Irish (2:07:00) vs Johnny Tsunami (2:18:00). It should fly by, why are we like this?
Bonus
November 18, 2019 23:42 - 2 hoursThe KAJ get together for a very special episode, and they start it off by talking about the worst fad they lived through. Then, they get into Le Batard's wedding (17:30), Not Pass Interference (44:30), Dwayne Haskins is Trying (51:00), Kaepernick's Tryout (54:40), and The Helmet (1:17:20). Later, Freddie Prinze Jr. has Star Wars Takes (1:23:50), so does Ashley about other things (1:37:00), and the DCOM Bracket films are officially selected (1:40:30).
Dak's Hips Don't Lie
November 13, 2019 17:05 - 1 hourThe KAJ starts off with a bell update, then dives into Seahawks 49ers on MNF (19:11), Coinflip Yanny/Laurel (26:01), The Rally Cat that did not rally (27:11), Dak's hips (33:35), and Jeff Bezos' potential NFL ownership (37:45). Later, they dive deep on James Harden's strip club correlation (44:20), Jeremy Roenick on Michael Jordan (48:14), Liverpool Man City (54:46), and Disney+ (1:05:35). They finish by picking their USWNT Cage KAJ match partner (1:15:51). Stop reading this and go listen.
Katie's Most Embarrassing Podcast
November 04, 2019 23:34 - 2 hoursThe KAJ starts off with a question about athletes that cannot be described here, then get into the Pats-Ravens game (16:30), how Baker Mayfield loves to shave (30:40), Cleats (both throwing them and changing them) (41:50), and food in reverse (1:03:50). Later, they dive in on Mario Balotelli and another sad state of soccer affairs (1:20:40), Deadspin (1:23:40), and the way that uniforms should look from here on out (1:36:00).
I Have A Question
October 29, 2019 13:37 - 1 hourKatie starts with a question about her orchid namesake and her new Doris Burke artwork (10:15). Then, the KAJ gets into the NFL including OBJ's gift for Tom Brady (30:00), Joe Flacco is big mad (47:15) and JJ Watt (56:10). Plus, the Astros hold a 3-2 lead in the World Series but it's the off field problems that has everyone talking (1:24:00), KickballGate (1:41:15) and the NWSL crowns a champion (1:45:00).
Matthew Stafford Is Baby (ft. Sarah Spain)
October 22, 2019 00:20 - 1 hourSarah Spain joins Katie for a very special Sports? Sarah joins the KAJ to figure out a good nickname for Katie's fans, then they chat all of the important news from Sunday's games, like Mahomes' knee (12:34) and how Matthew Stafford is baby (34:20). Later, they talk NWSL playoffs (57:00) and Jay dives deep on the Sooner Schooner (1:07:00) and the erotic news of the week (1:23:00).
PopeFacts II
October 14, 2019 23:26 - 1 hourThe KAJ design a Katie Nolan Halloween costume, then they get into the NFL including the glorious return of PopeFacts (26:25), the Seahawks *NSYNC celebration (35:30) and Cris Collinsworth not sliding in (46:20). Plus, a voicemail from Katie's mom (1:04:15), people freaking out over Fortnite (1:22:00) and the erotic news of the week (1:26:50).
My Cat Is A Leadoff Hitter
October 11, 2019 00:20 - 1 hourKatie talks about having dinner with Anna Kendrick....kind of. And Katie isn't happy with Ashley's new obsession with a video game (9:20). Then, the KAJ quickly go over Jay Gruden being fired, Richard Sherman and Baker's handshake and the games this weekend (18:40). Plus, the Flyers have a "rage room" (42:00), Ben Simmons made a three pointer (53:10), Coleen Rooney vs Rebekah Vardy (1:04:30) and things went wrong at a pet hotel (1:31:25)
Risk It For This Biscuit
October 01, 2019 15:44 - 1 hourKatie talks about how far she would be willing to drive for an event on a work night. Then, The KAJ get into the NFL, tailgating at the Bills/Pats game, and certain items that were or were not thrown on the field. Plus, a wedding at the game (24:40), a WEIRD fantasy week (31:20), and things worse than TNF (36:40). Later, Katie wants a governor to come on her show and sign a historic bill (53:40). Plus, at long last, a finger licking good dating simulator (1:09:00).
Tweeting Through It
September 24, 2019 16:45 - 1 hourAfter figuring out if they're the last people on earth, Katie and Ashley dive into NFL Week 3. They get into Antonio Brown's new college courses (17:55), Gardner Minshew the urban legend (23:50), and Jay's first Ravens game (37:20). Later, there's a College Football Update (1:01:20), a baseball hero who has never been to the gym (1:10:55), and some erotic news of the week (1:11:38).
SEC Is My Safe Word
September 17, 2019 15:59 - 1 hourKatie begins by discussing the Patriots and then spends some time sharing her thoughts on the Antonio Brown story (18:20). Then, the KAJ gets into the rest of the football news like Ben's injury, The Unfortunate Saints (36:50), and Jay picking his new NFL team (42:20). Later, they get into the rest: there's a college football update (55:35), Man City are losers (1:06:00), and some Miami Arena information that can't be missed (1:13:30).
Ninja-Style
September 11, 2019 18:58 - 1 hourThe gang gets into the KAJ to decide which sport Nicolas "KAJ" Cage should coach (00:41), then talks How Awesome MNF Was (12:09), Lamar Jackson's Arm (25:45), and the rest of Week 1. Later, they're joined by a special guest to talk about LSU Football and Lanard (Not Leonard) Fournette (39:08). They finish with a deep dive into the California Student-Athlete Bill (46:10), a very sexy KFC story (1:00:10), and picking their desert island condiment (1:05:26).
It Did Not Get Physical
September 06, 2019 15:37 - 1 hourIt's week one of the NFL season, so the Sports? crew dives deep. They talk Belichick (21:25), Antonio Brown (33:15), and Zeke and Melvin Gordon (39:00). They also take some time to discuss other huge stories, like Mike Leach's Area 51 take (46:45), Rose Lavelle's Dance (50:40), and The Official Jeremy Renner App (52:15). Later, they head into the Elimination Chamber to crown this season's Super Bowl champion (1:07:05).
Flu Game (ft. Rose Lavelle)
August 30, 2019 17:16 - 1 hourKatie powers through illness and starts by answering a voicemail about which USWNT player is her spirit animal (00:30). Later, the gang talks Carli Lloyd kicking in the NFL (12:10) before being joined by very special guest Rose Lavelle (20:04). Finally, the crew tries to figure out which field size they should shrink (52:45). This pod is just for you, trust us.
Sir, This Is A Wendy's
August 22, 2019 16:43 - 1 hourThe crew makes a phone call and gives someone a Premier League team (00:43), then gets into all of the most important stories: gas station enhancement pills and MLB (25:45), all of the NFL drama (35:40), VAR (51:48), Donald Sterling (1:01:22), the USWNT's court date (1:06:07), and that Larry Bird Mural (1:12:50). Later, Ashley tries to guess the names of all of the new XFL teams (1:26:32) and the gang plays Kiss, Marry, Kill (1:40:43).
Brungen It
August 16, 2019 14:27 - 1 hourKatie and Ashley discuss Katie's ESPN Fantasy Marathon Draft and breaking Adam Schefter's news (8:15), then later discuss Boogie's knee injury (23:30), an update on the USWNT's negotiations (28:34), Antonio Brown's helmet (33:24), Jay-Z and the NFL (41:45), and Aaron Rodgers' beer sales take (52:03). Later, the gang decides on a fantasy football penalty (1:09:30).
Thumb It Til You Become It
August 08, 2019 15:58 - 1 hourIt's time to re-enter the KAJ. Katie and Ashley start off with a voicemail about rare advice (00:15), then later get into the news, talking Zeke and Melvin Gordon's holdouts (18:20), all of the magical moments that happened on the Hard Knocks premiere (31:21), the Premier League's imminent return (41:53), Ocho Day (50:52), and all of the internet news (55:49). Later, a very explosive Bachelorette Update (1:02:40), and then the gang chooses who they'd sit with at lunch and it is not who you'd ...
All of the Voicemails
July 31, 2019 13:59 - 1 hourIt's that time again... it's an ALL VOICEMAIL POD. This week, the gang takes all of your important questions, including: which sporting event they'd time travel to (00:17), is white chocolate trash (10:10), who's the best sports power couple (14:29), the ideal hockey team of Marvel characters (36:18), what are their top 90's TV shows (46:30), bleacher fight physics (52:39), the hardest they've ever laughed (58:55) and their favorite punctuation (1:08:00).
Vodka Cranberry
July 25, 2019 01:06 - 1 hourKatie and Ashley celebrate the glorious return of the Damsel, then introduce a new segment called Storytime, where Katie takes us on a journey through all of the stories, regular and Instagram, of her recent life. Those include Megan Rapinoe (23:48), LeBron (29:08), an aside about Hot Girl Summer (32:18) and an awkward drink request. Later, a Bachelorette Update (01:03:25), a pre-NFL run through (1:12:00), and finally, they Enter The KAJ (1:26:07).
Thanks For The Content, B****
July 10, 2019 17:28 - 1 hourThe US Women's National Team WON THE WORLD CUP. So, naturally, Katie and Ashley go over every single amazing moment (9:46), then discuss equal pay (21:30) , and every glorious Instagram moment (35:25). Later, they talk Kawhi (48:20) and The Infamous B/R Tweet (55:00).
Bow Pose
July 02, 2019 01:35 - 1 hourKatie and Ashley begin with a very adorable voicemail about weird sports facts (00:42), then delve into all of the NBA Free Agency stories including: Kawhi the rules man (20:06), the sad tale of the New York Knicks (30:19), and all of the other big moves (34:00). Later, they preview the USWNT semi-final match vs. England (46:10) and celebrate Bobby Bonilla Day (57:54).
For Tobin Heath Only
June 26, 2019 23:03 - 1 hourThis week's podcast is incredible. Katie and Ashley preview the USWNT's match-up vs. France (15:43), then discuss Cam Newton and whether or not one should ever recline on an airplane (34:35), Tom Brady's most recent photoshoot (38:12), the first (of many) Woj Bombs (39:56), and the best and worst NFL fanbases (41:00), allegedly. Later, a Bachelorette Update (52:08) and Katie and Ashley compete as Beyonce's assistant in an innovative Twitter thread (1:02:24). It's too bad you can only listen t...
Mucus Aurelius
June 14, 2019 20:29 - 1 hourKatie and Ashley start with a voicemail about how they wake up (00:45). Then, Katie tells the story of when she finally met Doris Burke (13:00). The gang then issues a quick retraction and apology (20:45) before before they dive into the big news: The Raptors Won The NBA Finals (!!) (26:20), Klay and KD and Chocolate Milk Being Badass (30:40), the USWNT and 13 goals (46:30), and the Stanley Cup (1:02:22). Later, A Bachelorette Update (1:16:50), then they talk Hard Knocks (1:18:35), John Manzi...