That’s Sports Podcast

Dark Horse Habs, Baylor and Stanford Reign, Jon's Top 5 All-Time NBA Players, 1993 Stanley Cup Finals, Conforto's Elbow, Start-Bench-Cut (Mascots)

April 11, 2021 14:01 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

Alex, Jesse, Jon, and Josh discuss the major topics in the world of sports from this week. Josh explains why he views the Montreal Canadiens as a dark horse this season (0:36), Jon and Alex give a March Madness recap (9:22), and summarize Baylor's total dominance of Gonzaga in the Men's National Championship (10:46). The crew talk about the Stanford Cardinals winning the NCAA Women's National Championship (14:42), Hubert Davis being hired by UNC (16:44), and Jon gives his Top 5 All-Time NBA ...

DC Simmonds On The Resurgent Sports Card Industry, Expectations For The Blue Jays, KD vs. Michael Rapaport, MLB vs. Georgia

April 05, 2021 01:33 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB

Alex, Chris, Darcy, and Jon are joined by DC Simmonds to discuss the recent boom in the Sports Card Industry. DC explains how he began collecting cards (3:27), why cards are the next big investment for millennials (4:28), and offers his take on the NBA season (14:23). DC describes how insanely fast sports cards are flying off the shelves (19:57), and how retro cards are gaining value once again (23:30). The guys converse about the return of baseball (29:40) and the Toronto Blue Jays' chances...

Tim Peel's Hot Mic, Kyle Lowry Stays, Greatest Hockey Players To Never Win, The LA Kings' Stanley Cups, Hove's Payout

March 28, 2021 19:58 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

In this episode, Alex, Jesse, and Josh recall the greatest hockey players who never won a championship (8:30), the winning culture of the 2012 and 2014 LA Kings (14:58), and the situation surrounding referee Tim Peel (34:47). Jesse outlines his greatest gambling achievement that allowed him to pay rent (44:06). The crew talk about notable moves from the NBA Trade Deadline, and specifically Kyle Lowry staying put in Toronto (45:39). The trio offer their Qualin Awards [Paige Bueckers, Andrew J...

March Madness Special (Earliest Memories, Historic Upsets, Legendary Coaches, Undefeated Zags?)

March 21, 2021 22:23 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

Alex, Chris, Darcy, Jesse, Jon, and Josh discuss everything March Madness. The crew reminisce about their first memories of the tournament (7:55) including the UConn Huskies' 1999 Championship Team (8:03), and Carmelo Anthony leading his Syracuse Orangemen to the 2003 National Championship (9:34). The gang break down each region of the bracket with an emphasis on upset predictions, beginning with the West Region (14:40), the East Region (19:37), the South Region (22:53), and the Midwest Regi...

NBA's Greatest Shooters, Julian Edelman's Response to Meyers Leonard, Sutter's Flames Are Flying, Finest Retro Uniforms, Qualin Awards

March 14, 2021 00:40 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Alex is joined by Jesse, Jon, and Josh. These has-beens discuss, among other topics, John Tortorella's repetitive benching of Patrik Laine (0:43), and how Josh is over NHL enforcer Ryan Reaves (7:09). The crew converse about the LA King's surprisingly strong start to the season (11:20), and give an update on their fantasy hockey and fantasy basketball leagues (12:59). The group scrutinize Meyers Leonard's use of an anti-semitic slur, affirm how there's no room for racism of any form in sport...

Comedian Evan Mumford, Surprising NBA Storylines, Darryl Sutter Returns, The Blue Jays' Formidable Lineup, Vince Carter's Influence

March 08, 2021 02:46 - 1 hour - 68.7 MB

Alex, Chris, Jesse, Jon, and Josh are thrilled to be joined by comedian Evan Mumford (7:34). He shares his perspective on growing up on the same street as Alex, his path to becoming a stand-up comic, and comedy as an art form (17:13). Evan outlines the highs and lows of stand-up and how he, as a comedian, can help people forget about their problems (21:47), and his hilarious brushes with famous athletes (27:09). The fellas discuss the most surprising stories from halfway through the NBA seas...

Bonus: Super Bowl LV Special w/ Alton Bynum (The Tom Brady Episode)

February 06, 2021 21:44 - 1 hour - 55 MB

Alex is joined in this bonus episode by Chris, Jesse, Jon, and Josh. This was a live show (aired on YouTube on Feb. 5th). It begins with a discussion on the overarching media narrative of The Goat (Tom Brady) vs. The Baby Goat (Patrick Mahomes) (6:01), “What makes the Chiefs so good?” (8:40), and how football is the ultimate team game (11:05). TSP’s inaugural interview is with New England’s own Alton Bynum on Tom Brady and his Pats (28:25). The crew look at some bizarre prop bets (46:49), an...

The Rational Fanatic, The Carnage of James Harden, Enduring Winless Careers vs. Abbreviated Winning Careers, Early NHL Impressions, Brady vs. Brees

January 18, 2021 03:24 - 1 hour - 67.7 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Chris, Jesse, Jon, and Josh. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. The show begins with four smoldering rounds of Start-Bench-Cut: [Federov-Kovalchuk-Kovalev], [Garnett-Mourning-Webber], [Cabrera-Pujols-Thomas], [Donald-Taylor-White] (7:06). The crew discuss the carnage in the wake of James Harden’s decisions (17:11), the return of the NHL (25:14), and Alex reflects on the arrogance of his Montreal ...

Becky Hammon's Mastery, The Return of The Knicks?, Roundball Roaster's Epic Draft, Best Look In Baseball, TikTok Jonny Pulls A Fast One, RoboJosh Dreams of Phoenix, Chris Betrays Chi-Town

January 10, 2021 19:19 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Chris, Darcy, Jon, and Josh. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the last three weeks. They discuss their reactions to the start of the NBA season (9:52), how the young Knicks are making noise (13:21), and they give their impressions on the USA winning the World Juniors (18:34). The crew announce the Fantasy Friends fantasy football champion (28:32), and then turn their attention to their new fantasy basketball ...

Becky Hammon's Mastery, The Return of The Knicks?, Roundball Roaster's Epic Draft, TikTok Jonny Pulls A Fast One, Josh Dreams Of Phoenix

January 10, 2021 19:19 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Chris, Darcy, Jon, and Josh. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the last three weeks. They discuss their reactions to the start of the NBA season (9:52), how the young Knicks are making noise (13:21), and they give their impressions on the USA winning the World Juniors (18:34). The crew announce the Fantasy Friends fantasy football champion (28:32), and then turn their attention to their new fantasy basketball ...

Is Hockey The Most Racist Sport?, Negro Leagues Finally Recognized, Patriots vs. Dolphins, Josh's Voicemail, Jerry West's Voicemail

December 20, 2020 00:36 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Chris, Jon, and Josh. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss Drew Brees' controversial statement regarding standing for the The Star-Spangled Banner (0:58), Josh's hilarious voicemail for Alex (8:00), the Miami Dolphins hosting the New England Patriots on Sunday (10:16), and their fantasy football league (13:15). This ragtag team then turn to a tantalizing game of Start-Bench-Cut (15:30)...

Kevin Love's Wisdom, Kyrie Irving's "Pawns", James Harden's Entitlement, Lou Marsh Trophy, TikTok Jonny Makes Moves, Most Valuable NHL Franchises

December 13, 2020 02:30 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Jesse, Jon, and Josh. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss their fantasy football league playoffs (7:40), Bill Belichick’s Eminence (14:30), their Qualin Awards for the most timely play of the week (17:22), and the 2021 World Juniors (32:25). The gang then discuss the most valuable NHL franchises (36:20), Kyrie Irving’s shot at the media (39:34), Kevin Love’s response to Kyrie (40:10),...

Potent Probert, Tardy Kawhi, Sid The Kid vs. McJesus, Best NBA & NHL Lineups, Start-Bench-Cut (Brodeur-Hasek-Roy, Kidd-Nash-Payton, Hull-Jagr-Lafleur)

December 06, 2020 04:44 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

THAT’S SPORTS PODCAST Topics (Ep. 7) Intros Tough Guy: The Bob Probert Story (7:21) TSP’s All-NBA Teams (20:02) What Went Wrong With The LA Clippers? (24:58) Gary Bettman’s “Renegotiation” (33:22) Sidney Crosby’s Greatness (and Sid vs. McJesus) (38:09) TSP’s All-NHL Teams (47:53) Qualin Awards (52:52) Fantasy Friends - fantasy football update (56:50) Start-Bench-Cut (60:19) Steve Benjamins’ music *For business inquiries contact Alex at [email protected].

Potent Probert, Tardy Kawhi, Sid the Kid vs. McJesus, Best NBA & NHL Lineups, Start-Bench-Cut (Brodeur-Hasek-Roy, Kidd-Nash-Payton, Hull-Jagr-Lafleur)

December 06, 2020 04:44 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Jesse, Jon, Josh, and Kirk. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss the documentary, Tough Guy: The Bob Probert Story (7:21), the crew's best NBA lineups (20:02), the problems with the 2019-2020 LA Clippers (24:58), and they give an update on Gary Bettman's "renegotiation" with the NHLPA (33:22). They discuss Sidney Crosby's greatness and how he stacks up against Connor McDavid (38:09), a...

Athletes Falling On Hard Times, Hockey Culture, Kirk Fought Domi?, Superstitions In Sports, Fantasy Friends Vie For Playoffs, The Lions Still Suck!, "Be More Like Pedro", The Pride Of Etobicoke

November 29, 2020 23:15 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Chris, Darcy, Jesse, Josh, and Kirk. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss athletes who fell on hard times (8:07), Kirk vs. Domi? (19:07), superstitions in sports (19:41), Fantasy Friends fantasy football update (28:15), and how the Detroit Lions are still not good at football (32:10). The crew offer their Qualin Award nominations (37:11) for the most timely play of the week, and end th...

Athletes Falling On Hard Times, Kirk Fought Domi?, Superstitions In Sports, The Pride Of Etobicoke

November 29, 2020 23:15 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Chris, Darcy, Jesse, Josh, and Kirk. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss athletes who fell on hard times (8:07), Kirk vs. Domi? (19:07), superstitions in sports (19:41), Fantasy Friends fantasy football update (28:15), and how the Detroit Lions are still not good at football (32:10). The crew offer their Qualin Award nominations (37:11) for the most timely play of the week, and end th...

NBA Draft-A-Palooza, Crazy NHL Stories, Fantasy Friends Update, Hove's Definitive G.O.A.T.s

November 23, 2020 21:16 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Jesse, Jon, Josh, and Kirk. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss the 2020 NBA Draft, crazy stories from the NHL, and give an update on their fantasy football league (Fantasy Friends). The show finishes with the Qualin Award for the most timely play of the week, and a contentious game of Start-Bench-Cut.

The Rise of Kim Ng, Hitless Hockey, Memorable Sports Movies, Stupidest Celebrations, Start-Bench-Cut (Belichick-Bowman-Jackson, Ali-Tiger-MJ)

November 16, 2020 16:03 - 1 hour - 65.5 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Jesse, Chris, Jon, Josh, and Kirk. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss Marshall Faulk's prowess, Wes Welker's eyes, the OHL’s idea to ban hitting, the new GM of the Miami Marlins Kim Ng (how she’s breaking glass ceilings). The crew give their Masters picks, their most timely plays of the week, and end the podcast with a sizzling game of Start-Bench-Cut.

The Rise of Kim Ng, Hitless Hockey, Memorable Sports Movies, Stupidest Celebrations, Masters Picks, Timely POTW, Start-Bench-Cut (Belichick-Bowman-Jackson, Ali-Tiger-MJ)

November 16, 2020 16:03 - 1 hour - 65.5 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Jesse, Chris, Jon, Josh, and Kirk. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss Marshall Faulk's prowess, Wes Welker's eyes, the OHL’s idea to ban hitting, the new GM of the Miami Marlins Kim Ng (how she’s breaking glass ceilings). The crew give their Masters picks, their most timely plays of the week, and end the podcast with a sizzling game of Start-Bench-Cut.

Buffalo Charging, Flores' Fins, Nagy's Bears, Kamara>Faulk?, 2021 NHL Picks, Blue Jays' Roster, Talent vs. Work Ethic, Start-Bench-Cut

November 10, 2020 20:43 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Jesse, Chris, Jon, and Josh. These has-beens share their thoughts on the world of sports from the past week. They discuss the Buffalo Bills' AFC lead, the Miami Dolphins' rise, the Chicago Bears' struggles, and Bruce Arians' mind-games with Alvin Kamara. They offer their 2021 NHL predictions, the Toronto Blue Jays' potential roster/defensive alignment, and notable athletes with extreme talent vs. athletes and a deficiency in work ethic (or ...

A COVID World Series, Benching 500, Racism in Sports, Button's Blunder, Bergevin's Madness, Belichick's Pats, Mitchell Miller

November 03, 2020 20:50 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

Alex is joined by the following cast of characters: Chris, Josh, Jon, Jesse, and Kirk. These has-beens speak on their thoughts on the world of sports from this week. They discuss Justin Turner's COVID case, the Dodgers winning it all, eGaming, weight lifting, the Washington Football Team and racism, Maple Leafs' defense, Craig Button on the Habs, Marc Bergevin's track record, Bill Belichick's Patriots, and Mitchell Miller. They end the show with a game of Start, Bench, Cut. Giddy up!

Jumbo Joe in TO, Tom vs. 'Bron, Stanley Cup/NBA Playoffs Recap, World Series, Our Cast of Characters (Ep. 1)

October 28, 2020 02:51 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

THAT’S SPORTS PODCAST Topics (Ep. 1) Intros Steve Benjamins' music Joe Thornton NHL/NBA Playoffs Fantasy Football World Series TB v LeBron – greatness index *For business inquiries please contact Alex at [email protected].

Jumbo Joe in TO, Tom vs. 'Bron, Stanley Cup/NBA Playoffs Recap, World Series, Our Cast of Characters