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WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 10

We celebrate week 10 of the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

11/6 - NCAA Men's Basketball

This week, Nick and Dietz take a look ahead at the upcoming NCAA Men's Basketball season. We also do our game recap of the MLS Eastern Conference Finals from Wednesday 10/30 between Atlanta United and Toronto FC, and in news we talk about the World Series results, Motorsport update (Formula 1 & NASCAR), and the Rugby World Cup results.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by e...

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 9

We celebrate week 9 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

10/30 - NBA Season 2019-2020 Preview

Now that the MLB and MLS playoffs are wrapping up, we turn our sights to the NBA 2019-2020 season, and JP and Nick point out some notable player trades that happened over the summer. We also do our game recap of the Saturday 10/26 college football game between Ohio State and Wisconsin, and in news we talk about the World Series and MLS playoffs among other things.    If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to se...

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 8

We celebrate week 8 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

10/23 - MLS Playoffs 2019

This week, Dietz fills Nick and JP in on everything they need to know for MLS Playoffs. Also in this episode, the World Series, Rugby World Cup, notable College Football games, NFL news, and our game recap of Saturday's Michigan vs Penn State college football game. If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 7

We celebrate week 7 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

10/15 - All Elite Wrestling

This week, Dietz explains to Nick everything he needs to know to get into the new professional wrestling craze, All Elite Wrestling. Also in this episode, WNBA Finals, MLB Playoffs, notable College Football games, and our game recap of Saturday's OU vs UT football game. If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 6

We celebrate week 6 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]  Song credit for "VistaRock" by Melodyflix on melodyflix.com

10/9 - News Roundup! (MLB Playoffs, WNBA Finals, NFL, NHL, Rugby World Cup, NASCAR Playoffs)

No main topic this week, just news! For playoffs talk, we discuss the first round of the MLB Playoffs with some exciting upcoming Game 5 series, the WNBA Finals (including the exciting breaking news of the Sun's 10/8 victory to take the series to Game 5), and an interesting upset in the NASCAR Playoffs cup. Plus we also talk NFL and NHL season updates, along with a recap of the 10/5 Auburn vs. Florida college football game.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on...

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 5

We celebrate week 5 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]  Song credit for "VistaRock" by Melodyflix on melodyflix.com

10/2 - 2019 Rugby World Cup

This week, to celebrate the 2019 Rugby World Cup, three clueless Americans try to explain how rugby works! Also in the episode: news updates for NASCAR, Formula 1, and WNBA Playoffs, plus a game recap of the Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints NFL game from Sunday the 21st.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 4

We celebrate week 4 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]  Song credit for "VistaRock" by Melodyflix on melodyflix.com

9/25 - 2019 MLB Season Catch-Up

In this jam-packed episode, Dietz begins with updates for the WNBA Playoffs and Motorsport (NASCAR, Formula 1, IndyCar). Then, JP and Nick catch Dietz up on MLB Season in preparation for playoffs, which begin October 1st. This is followed up by Nick's brand-new segment "Tony Bologna" (Antonio Brown News) and a recap of the Notre Dame vs. Georgia college football game from Saturday the 21st.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSpor...

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 3

We celebrate week 3 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]  Song credit for "VistaRock" by Melodyflix on melodyflix.com

9/18 - 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series

This week after some news updates of Antonio Brown, FIBA World Cup, College Football, and the WNBA Playoffs, Dietz explains to JP and Nick how the NASCAR Playoffs work. Also this episode, we recap the Eagles vs. Falcons game.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected] 

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 2

We celebrate week 2 the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]  Song credit for "VistaRock" by Melodyflix on melodyflix.com

9/11 - Antonio Brown / WNBA Playoffs

This week, Nick and JP explain to Dietz what's been going on with Antonio Brown, followed by Dietz's WNBA Playoffs preview. Also discussed this episode: US Open results, this week in college football, and our recap of the UT vs. LSU game. If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected] 

WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Week 1

We kickoff the What Is Sports? Fantasy Football Listener League 2019 season with a look ahead at the upcoming match-ups in our league.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected] 

9/4 - US Open Tennis Championships

This week our main topic is the US Open Tennis Championships. But first in the news roundup, Dietz shares the latest updates in motorsport (F1, IndyCar) and give his recommendations for which teams to watch in the upcoming UEFA Champion's League. Then, Nick talks College Football updates, followed by a recap of the 8/31 Auburn & Oregon game. Finally, JP breaks down what a casual tennis fan should know in preparation for the upcoming US Open finals this weekend.  If you enjoy the show, give ...

Bonus LIVE Episode: 2019 WIS Fantasy Football Listener League Draft

Nick and Dietz provide live commentary and interaction with the members of the 2019 What Is Sports Listener Football League. This episode was recorded / streamed on September 1st 2019. 

8/28 - College Football

This week we have several news updates for the Little League World Series, The PGA FedEx Cup Championships, Major League Soccer, and the U.S. Open. Then, for our main topic, Nick and JP explain to Dietz how college football works.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

8/21 - Football (NFL) & Football (UEFA Champion's League)

This week, after some brief news updates on Indycar, Little League World Series and the PGA FedEx Cup Championship, Nick and JP fill Dietz in on the essential info for this NFL season. Then Dietz attempts to explain what the heck the UEFA Champion's League soccer tournament is.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

8/14 - Ready for Football / American Ninja Warrior / FedEx Cup Playoffs

In this busy episode, we forgo a main topic discussion to briefly cover several goings-on in sports: Dietz discusses the start of Premier League soccer and gives a quick update of the current MLS season standings. Nick gives a shout-out to the upcoming  Little League World Series.   JP talks about how excited he is for the start of the football season. Dietz fills Nick and JP in on American Ninja Warrior. Nick explains the FedEx Cup Playoffs, which are currently in full swing (golf pun)...

8/7 - Boxing

In a Dietz-less episode, Nick and JP discuss some of the moves from the MLB trade deadline before knuckling up for our first big boxing discussion. JP provides the history and current champs of boxing, and Nick covers the greatest boxers / matches of all time.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

7/31 - Professional Gaming / Evo 2019 / Esports

Dietz gives Nick and JP the rundown on the upcoming video game tournament, Evo 2019, along with an overview of the concept of professional gaming.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

7/24 - UFC

2 podcasters! 1 octagon! No rules! This week in a JP-less episode, Nick and Dietz get their brutality on with their introduction of the Ultimate Fighting Championship AKA UFC. But first, news updates including The Open, Tour de France, Afcon, and IndyCar.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

7/17 - Le Tour de France

Bonjour listeners! In this week's episode we cover that giant unfathomable bike race called le Tour de France. But first, we talk about the epic finale of Wimbledon, the results of the F1 British Grand Prix and the Honda Indy Toronto motorsport races, the Africa Cup of Nations (final match on July 17th), the Cricket World Cup results, and The Open (starts on July 18th)  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to...

7/10 - Cricket World Cup (as explained by 3 clueless Americans)

Cheers, bruv! After some quick updates on the Home Run Derby, the international soccer tournament results (FIFA Women's World Cup, CONCACAF Gold Cup, Copa America) and Wimbledon, we explore our curiosity of the elusive sensation of the British Commonwealth: Cricket! Specifically, we discuss the rules of the sport and the structure of the Cricket World Cup, which is wrapping up this week. If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WhatIsSports1....

7/3 - Competitive Eating / Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

This week we start off with a quick update on the College World Series, the MLB London Series, the international soccer tournaments (FIFA Women's World Cup, CONCACAF Gold Cup, Copa America) and the F1 Austrian Grand Prix. Then we dive into our main discussion of Competitive Eating,  in honor of the upcoming Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4th. We explain how MLE (Major League Eating) works and cover some of the competitive eating heavyweights (pun intended) and marvel at the potentia...

6/26 - Wimbledon / MLB All-Star Game / International Soccer Tournaments

After a quick update on motorsports and the NBA Draft, Dietz catches up with the big international soccer tournaments (FIFA Women's World Cup, CONCACAF Gold Cup, Copa America). Then JP gives an overview of the upcoming Wimbledon tournament, and finally Nick introduces us to the upcoming MLB All-Star Game. If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

6/19 - College World Series / U.S. Open Recap / Formula 1 / International Soccer Tournaments

After a quick discussion of the NBA and NHL Finals results, Nick gives an overview of the College World Series and recaps the U.S. Open. Then, JP sums up what we should know about Formula 1 racing, and Dietz has a plethora of soccer topics to talk about.  If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected] On our next episode, we will be discussing the upcoming Wim...

6/12 - MLB Catch-Up / FIFA Women's World Cup / U.S. Open / Playoffs

This week, Nick and JP catch Dietz up on the goings-on in the MLB so far this season. Next, Dietz gives the rundowns of the FIFA Women's World Cup, followed by a briefing of the upcoming U.S. Open from Nick. Finally, the gang discuss this week's drama of the NBA Playoffs. If you enjoy the show, give us a like on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @WhatIsSports1. Also feel free to send us comment or questions by emailing us at [email protected]

6/5 - Spelling Bee / French Open / NBA & NHL Finals

After some brief discussion about the U.S. team's performance in the FIFA U-20 World Cup, followed by the results of the Indycar Detroit Grand Prix, the gang gets into the unusual results of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Next, JP gives his breakdown of the French Open so far and looks ahead to the upcoming semifinals. And finally as always: NBA and NHL finals talk.  Enjoy the show!  Next week we will be covering the results of the French Open (which airs on NBC Thursday-Sunday this we...

5/29 - Indy 500 Recap / French Open So Far / What Is Lacrosse? / Playoffs

After listening to Nick brag about his fantasy baseball successes, the gang reassesses their prejudices of the Indianapolis 500 (turns out, it's actually really cool). Then, Dietz describes the baffling experience of watching his first tennis match via the French Open, and JP breaks down the complex scoring system of the sport. Next, Dietz explains the mystery that is lacrosse. And finally as always, the gang discusses the NBA and NHL Playoffs in anticipation of the finals, both of which are...

5/22 - Spelling Bee / Indy 500 / PGA Championship / Preakness Stakes / Playoffs

This is a jam-packed episode! First: Nick recaps the PGA Championship, which happened May 16-19. Second: the show takes its first dive into automobile racing as JP fills us in on what we need to know for the upcoming Indianapolis 500 (May 26). Next: Dietz explains how the upcoming Scripps National Spelling Bee (May 26-31) works. Then: Nick talks horse racing with his Preakness Stakes recap, which happened May 18. Finally: we wrap things up with a recap and reflection of the NBA and NHL playo...

5/15 - Things to Know About the French Open

In this Nick-less episode, JP breaks down the French Open to Dietz. Also covered in this episode: a brief overview of the upcoming PGA Championship, and playoffs recaps for the NBA and NHL.  As always, if you enjoy the show, give us a "Like" on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @WhatIsSports1, and contact us a [email protected] if you have any questions or comments that you would like for us to share on our next episode.

5/8 - How to Get Into Soccer

The gang discusses the best way for an aspiring soccer fan to get into the intimidating sport. Plus, updates on the NHL Stanley Cup, the NBA Playoffs, and a follow up discussion on the Kentucky Derby results and whether or not horse racing is a sport.  Like our page on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @WhatIsSports1 If you have comments or questions email us at [email protected] On next week's episode we will be discussing How to Get Into Tennis, the PGA Championship Tournament, the...

5/1 - Kentucky Derby: The Most Exciting 2 Minutes In Sports?

In preparation for the upcoming Kentucky Derby, Dietz dives into its history and traditions. Nick and JP share their thoughts on the NFL Draft, and the gang all shows their newfound love for hockey this week's Stanley Cup update. Plus NBA Playoffs talk! 

4/24 - Hockey: More Than Just Soccer On Ice?

The gangs talks NBA playoffs so far, the MLB season so far, and takes a slice at hockey in regards to the Stanley Cup playoffs. Turns out: Hockey is actually awesome! 

4/17 - Is WWE a Sport?

In response to listener feedback, Tyler, Nick and JP discuss whether or not WWE is a sport and address the bigger question: what defines a "sport?" Also covered in this episode: Tiger's big win in the PGA Master's Tournament and the results so far in the NBA Playoffs. 

4/10 - Can Golf Be Interesting? / How Do the NBA Playoffs Work?

After discussing the epic March Madness championship game, Tyler poses the big question: is golf a real sport? Also Nick and JP explain what to know for the upcoming NBA Playoffs. Homework assignments for next episode: PGA Masters Tournament Sunday 4/14 on CBS; NBA Playoff games to be announced on Facebook & Twitter. Follow us @WhatIsSports1

4/2 - Sweet 16, Elite 8, MLB Opening Day

3/26 - Madness Rounds 1&2; Getting Ready for MLB

After some listener feedback, we dive into our Fantasy Baseball Draft experience and get ready for the upcoming MLB Opening Day. Finally we sum up our thoughts on March Madness so far and look forward to the upcoming Sweet 16 and Elite 8 rounds.  March Madness games to watch for next episode:   Texas Tech vs. Michigan - Thursday 3/28 on CBS;  Virginia Tech vs. Duke - Friday 3/29 on CBS; MLB Opening Day games to watch for next episode:  Boston Red Sox vs. Seattle Mariners - Thursday 3/28 on...

3/19 - What's the deal with March Madness?

For our first episode, Dietz has a pressing question: Why is March Madness such a big deal? And how does it work anyways? Also we discuss our upcoming Fantasy Baseball draft.  March Madness games to watch for next episode:  Yale vs. LSU Thursday 3/21 @ 11:40am on truTV Murray State vs. Marquette Thursday 3/21 @ 3:30pm on TBS Ohio State vs. Iowa State Friday 3/22 @ 8:50pm on TBS