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Deceptively Fast with Seth Payne

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Long time NFL star and Ivy League-educated Seth Payne welcomes you to Deceptively Fast. While the podcast promises break downs and unique takes on all of the biggest sports stories, it also features a weekly episode with an expert. The experts range from authors and dieticians to comedians and scientists, offering you a taste of everything that piques Seth’s interest - including health and physical/mental fitness. On the football side, you’ll hear from current and former players, Seth’s former teammates, and analysts from across the country. You’ll get fresh takes and perspective on everything happening around the NFL. Seth played defensive tackle in the NFL for ten years. He spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans. Before his NFL career, he attended Cornell University. You can find Seth on Twitter and Instagram @SethCPayne. Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy Deceptively Fast with Seth Payne.

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Episodes

  1. NFL Anonymous Agent Reaction Show, an August Tradition

    Seth Payne and his former teammate Drew Hodgdon respond The Athletic's survey of anonymous NFL agents about Deshaun Watson, Lamar Jackson, misbehaving owners, and more.

  2. Manti Te'o Redux

    Seth and his guest and former teammate, Drew Hodgdon, discuss the Manti Te'o documentary that's streaming on Netflix. There are some crazy new twists in the story, but Seth and Drew aren't falling for docu-tactics that try to make you feel bad for everybody involved. There's still plenty of blame...

  3. Should we try the Aaron Rodgers Panchakarma Cleanse?

    Seth and Drew contemplate whether they should try the Panchakarma cleanse that had Aaron Rodgers alternatively vomiting, butt lubing, and bleeding for 12 straight days. Seth Payne is a retired NFL player who now co-hosts a morning radio show in Houston. He also owns the health and fitness website...

  4. Why Monogomy? And Why Do We Suck at It?

    Seth and his friend, Drew Hodgdon, discuss the scientific theories for why human animals try, and very frequently fail, to be monogamous. Ball size is surprisingly a factor.

  5. Lessons from Tom Brady and Peyton Manning (And a Lil' Bit of Eli)

    Peyton and Eli had Tom Brady on the Monday Night Football Manningcast last week, and Seth and Drew were excited about a few things they heard. QB sneaks, cold weather, red zone philosophy, and why physicality still matters.

  6. Ravens Honor Michael K Williams; La'el Collins Botches Bunches of Drug Tests; Why Our Great Grandchildren Will Despise Us

    Seth and Drew talk about how the Ravens honored Michael K. Williams. La'el Collins does three of the dumbest things ever done in a drug test. Seth and Drew list the behaviors they currently practice that one day will be the source of shame to their great grandchildren with their more evolved...

  7. The Texans Are 1-0, Trevor Lawrence Looked Like a Rookie, and French People Aren't Fat

    Seth Payne and his old Texans teammate Drew Hodgdon talk about how Trevor Lawrence and Tyrod Taylor looked this weekend. Seth tries to convince Drew that it's okay to celebrate not being the worst team in the NFL, and then they try to figure out if they could eat like Frenchmen.

  8. Tom Brady and the Black Death.

    We started out talking about Tom Brady's assertion that the NFL does too much to prevent big hits, and ended up discussing the Black Death of the 1300s. These two things have nothing to do with each other. Presumably.

  9. Anonymous NFL Agents Survey

    Seth and Drew discuss the anonymous agent survey by Ben Standig of The Athletic, during which Drew basically calls Seth a beta male for his approach to NFLPA negotiations. They also weigh in on Jerry Jones, Urban Meyer, the NIL landscape, and more.

  10. Tim Tebow We Hardly Knew You

    Seth and Drew Hodgdon discuss the release of Tim Tebow, Tony Romo's broadcasting career arc, and whether Seth should buy a private jet.

  11. Dak Prescott is salty and Jerry Jones claims he’s naive: Hard Knocks Cowboys

    Seth and Drew discuss episode 1 of Hard Knocks, which looks like a departure from the standard Hard Knocks formula of following around a bunch of bubble guys with inspiring backstories. The Cowboys have star appeal and HBO is gonna use it: Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott, Jerry Jones...they're all...

  12. Wait, Deshaun Watson was Practicing?

    Seth Payne’s personal sports hell has been trying to figure out what’s going on with Deshaun Watson and the Texans, while his old teammate Drew Hodgdon has been living in Charlotte, blissfully detached from the drama. Seth gets him up to speed. They also discuss what the appropriate level of man...

  13. Aaron Rodgers Wants Out

    Aaron Rodgers wants out of Green Bay. Is he justified or is he being a diva? Seth and Drew Discuss.

  14. Female Orgasm Cult or Just Bad Biz?

    Seth and Drew try to figure out if OneTaste, a sexuality-focused wellness education company that focused on the female orgasm, was the cult that some people allege it was or just a shady business model. You can listen to the whole episode in 30 minutes, or the amount of time it would take to...

  15. How Are You Feeling at Age 37?

    Usually "middle age" means 45-60 years old, but the true median age of men in America is 37. To find out how these median aged men feel about their health as they start the back 9 of their lives, Men's Health surveyed hundreds of 37 year old men. My buddy Drew Hodgdon and I are a bit past 37, but...

  16. Larry Olmsted, author of "Fans"

    Seth and Drew discuss the dreariness of working from home, how Bhad Babie can inspire us all, and get up to speed on Deshaun Watson. Then Seth visits with author Larry Olmsted (31:00), author of the book, Fans: How Watching Sports Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Understanding.

  17. J.J. Watt Is a Cardinal

    Seth and his former teammate Drew Hodgdon discuss J.J. Watt's surprise decision to take his talents to the desert.

  18. What the Hell Is Top Shot?

    Seth discovers yet another new thing that makes him feel like Grandpa Simpson: Top Shot virtual sports cards. He and Drew discuss the legitimacy of Top Shot and whether it'll survive the pandemic. They then discuss why height and 40 times are way overrated in the NFL.

  19. Russell Wilson Drama Explained, with Seattle Radio Stud Paul Gallant

    My friend and former co-host from the morning show, Paul Gallant, joins me to explain what's going on with Russell Wilson in Seattle. Paul hosts the morning show on the Seahawks flag station, and he also has a weekly show with Pete Carroll during the season. He breaks down the situation with the...

  20. Tiger Woods Crash, Alex Smith is Chippy, and Seth's Self-Loathing Self-Help Problem

    Seth and Drew discuss Tiger Woods' car crash, with Seth displaying some kind of peculiar cynical optimism, and Drew weighing in with his experience as a surgical sales rep. Seth admits he doesn't know what "meta" means. Seth has a theory that quarterbacks have become more diva-like because front...

  21. Jeff Bezos, NFL owner?

    Seth and Drew discuss what type of NFL owner Jeff Bezos would be; Why on earth would OU receiver Spencer Jones fight a cauliflower-eared person; Drew shares a fight story; Fernando Tatis potentially owes $30 million to a curious business model; Kim and Kanye -- splitsville; Drew finds out that...

  22. J.J. Watt's Options; What Type of Cult are The Texans; 3 Habits of Healthy People

    Seth's friend Drew joins him, victorious after he dominated his ankle surgery. Seth explains why the Texans weren't gonna string out J.J. Watt's release; Where should J.J. sign in free agency; The Texans don't get enough credit for at least being a non-violent cult; The three habits of healthy...

  23. Deshaun's special skill and JJ's future, with guest Brett Kollmann

    In this episode I am joined by Brett Kollmann, who makes his living breaking down NFL film on YouTube. He's somewhat of a pioneer in that regard, and wicked smart. He is also, sadly, a Texans fan. We did this interview on the day that J.J. Watt announced his departure from the team, so we spent a...

  24. The Chiefs' Fatal Flaw

    What might Tom Brady have said to Tyrann Mathieu that the Honeybadger wouldn't repeat on social media? Seth and Drew recount times they've offended football players' delicate ears with insults they had thought were NBD; Tom Brady is your Executive of the Year, both this year and likely next; Drew...

  25. Super Bowl Instant Reaction, Deshaun Watson update, and Issues facing the League

    Seth gives his instant reaction to the Super Bowl, then he and Drew chop it up over Deshaun Watson, COVID 2021, and more.

  26. Hope for a Deshaun no-trade; Courtside Karen; 6 habits of socially adept people

    Seth's friend Drew Hodgdon gives him hope by saying he thinks it's highly unlikely that Deshaun Watson gets traded. The guys also discuss whether Lebron James is one bit wrong for calling out a creepy courtside couple in Atlanta. They then discuss an article about how to be more socially adept…

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  27. Championship Weekend: The Chiefs are vicious killers, and Seth is blind to Brady's flaws

    Seth and his old teammate Drew Hodgdon discuss the NFL conference championship games, including why Travis Kelce reminds them of the obnoxious rich kid from any John Hughes movie, and why Seth will never stop being a Stan for Tom Brady.

  28. Anti-Urban Meyer Arguments Shot Down! And Brady vs Brees with Gary Meyers

    Seth and Drew shut down some of the arguments for why Urban Meyer won't succeed with the Jaguars, and author Gary Meyers discusses how Brady vs. Brees could affect both quarterbacks' legacies. Seth Payne played defensive tackle in the NFL for ten years. He spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars...

  29. Deshaun Watson Part Two -- This is a Bad Look

    Part Two of the Deshaun Watson Trade episode. Seth Payne answers listener questions, including: How does this affect the coaching search? Is Deshaun being unreasonable? Why did the Texans bother with a search firm? And more... You can follow Seth on Twitter and Instagram @SethCPayne

  30. Deshaun Watson Trade Talk - How We Got Here

    Seth Payne has had front row seats to the soap opera that has led to talk of the Houston Texans potentially trading Deshaun Watson. He and Drew Hodgdon explain how it all got so crazy.

  31. T.O. Accuses McNabb, Tomlin's Weird Sayings, Johnny Football, and More.

    Seth and his friend Drew Hodgdon discuss: Terrell Owens accused McNabb of drinking the night before Super Bowl; Mike Tomlin says some weird stuff; You will respect Nick Saban, damn it; Johnny Football rises from the ashes. Seth Payne played defensive tackle in the NFL for ten years. He spent 5...

  32. Bucs, Gen Z, and COVID Changes That Will Stick

    Seth and his friend Drew Hodgdon work off their Christmas dinners with a chat about Tom Brady's resurgence, Gronk's bod, and Josh James' disdain for fantasy football. They also speculate about which COVID behavioral modifications will stick when this nightmare is over.

  33. Seth's Bout with COVID

    Seth and his friend Drew Hodgdon discuss Seth's recent bout with COVID, the eeriness of empty NFL stadiums, and why sometimes you gotta physically threaten your boss. Seth Payne was a defensive lineman in the NFL for ten years, spending time with both the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston...

  34. Gregg Williams Fired

    My friend Drew Hodgdon and I discuss the most recent demise of Jets defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. I, despite a lifetime of disapproving of Gregg Williams, didn't think the blitz that got him fired was THAT bad of a call. Talking about the Jets also led us to reminisce about various bad...

  35. John Ratey - Exercise and the Brain

    Harvard professor John Ratey joined me for an illuminating discussion about how exercise can have an amazing effect on the brain, both in terms of cognitive function and emotional stability. His book has had a profound impact on my own exercise regimen, and I feel as emotionally healthy and...

  36. Cheating or Gamesmanship?

    Inspired by a couple of events in the NFL, Drew and I ended up talking a bunch about cheating and/or pushing the limits on the rulebook this week. The first was an incident at the end of the first half of the Ravens/Steelers game, in which defenders bled the clock by getting up slowly from the…

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  37. Pre-Surgery Hangout with Drew Hodgdon

    I had my friend and former teammate Drew Hodgdon join the show this week, on the eve of my hernia surgery. I was in the mood to talk about some of the notable confrontations from Week 11, including Harbaugh v. Vrabel, Anthony Weaver v. Narrative, and Seth Payne v. Drew Hodgdon (actually circa...

  38. Gary Gulman

    Seth has an in-depth talk with comedian Gary Gulman about how he got a football scholarship after playing one season of organized football, and how being an athlete has helped him in his approach to work. They also dive deep into Gary's battle against depression. Seth played defensive tackle in…

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  39. Roberta Anding

    Seth speaks with his friend Roberta Anding, a Rice University professor and registered dietician who has worked with the Texans, Astros, and many other high-level sports teams. They discuss tainted nutritional supplements, eating disorders during the pandemic, how creatine can help your brain as...

  40. Eric Winston

    Seth talks to his former Texans teammate Eric Winston about what it was like to be the NFL Players Association president and what it was like playing for offensive line coach and pioneer of the zone blocking system, Alex Gibbs Sr. Seth Payne played defensive tackle in the NFL for ten years. He...

  41. Sam Monson

    Seth is joined by Sam Monson of the advanced stat site, Pro Football Focus (PFF.com). They discuss PFF's history and how a bunch of European NFL message board junkies became expert football analysts. Seth also forces Sam to bend his analysis to fit old and stupid football cliches, like "which…

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  42. NFL Trade Deadline

    Seth goes over all the intriguing, well, inaction at the NFL trade deadline. Will Fuller and Stephon Gilmore were the subjects of much speculation, but ultimately stayed put. Seth also breaks down the weirdness of the Javon Wims fight and recounts some of the strangest fights he's seen on a...

  43. Tab Ramos

    Seth has a discussion with US Soccer legend Tab Ramos.

  44. October 25, 2019

    Seth recaps Thursday night football and takes a look at the state of new coaches and young quarterbacks in Week 8 of the NFL season.

  45. October 11, 2019

    Seth fights thru a rare virus (computer) to bring the DFP from a ski condo in a town where it's not snowing. Richard Sherman takes on Baker Mayfield, Pat Mahomes takes on Deshaun Watson, and the Mayfield returns for a go at Russell Wilson.

  46. Brian Peters

    Former Texans linebacker Brian Peters is amongst the most physically fit athletes in the NFL. He's also one of the most ketogenic NFL players I've encountered. If you're considering or using the ketogenic diet, or don't know what the hell that means, check out this pod.

  47. September 20, 2019

    MinshewMania, Eli is classier than Seth, and Seth makes a genuinely embarrassing confession.

  48. September 12, 2019. Ted Johnson, Browns/Jets drama.

    Three-time Super Bowl Champion ex-Patriot Ted Johnson and I hang out. Ted tells me about the new "Chill Bill" Belichick, why he thinks Bob Kraft doesn't like a certain Texans employee, and the prospects of a Gronkowski return.

  49. September 6, 2019 -- NFL Begins, Antonio Brown, and Texans Tradeapalooza

    The NFL is off and running! The Packers stunk offense stunk a little less than the Bears offense, Antonio Brown was suspended and then suddenly not suspended, and Seth was at ground zero of all the Texans trade drama this week.

  50. August 19, 2019.mp3

    Week 2 of the pre-season is in the books as Seth talks us through the Antonio Brown saga, Kyler Murray's rookie struggles, and Tom Brady's secret word for "sex".

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Long time NFL star and Ivy League-educated Seth Payne welcomes you to Deceptively Fast. While the podcast promises break downs and unique takes on all of the biggest sports stories, it also features a weekly episode with an expert. The experts range from authors and dieticians to comedians and scientists, offering you a taste of everything that piques Seth’s interest - including health and physical/mental fitness. On the football side, you’ll hear from current and former players, Seth’s former teammates, and analysts from across the country. You’ll get fresh takes and perspective on everything happening around the NFL. Seth played defensive tackle in the NFL for ten years. He spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans. Before his NFL career, he attended Cornell University. You can find Seth on Twitter and Instagram @SethCPayne. Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy Deceptively Fast with Seth Payne.

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