Just Wondering... with Norm Hitzges

Discover why Saudi Arabia just pulled billions from LIV Golf after their 5-year, $6 billion attempt to revolutionize professional golf, and whether their "sports washing" strategy to improve their global reputation actually worked. Host Norm Hitzges explores the shocking connection between the Jamal Khashoggi assassination and Saudi sports investments, plus dives into boxing's latest cash grab with upcoming Mayweather-Pacquiao and Jake Paul fights. Learn about bizarre sports anniversaries including a boxing match where no punches were thrown for over an hour and why bowling had a color barrier until 1950.

Dive into the shocking end of the Dallas Stars' Stanley Cup hopes with legendary NFL writer Rick Gosselin's insider take on the Cowboys' draft strategy and why defense wins championships. Host Norm Hitchkes breaks down how a controversial NHL playoff format doomed the Stars' season, explores Dallas Cowboys' defensive overhaul under new coordinator Christian Parker, and reveals why the Mavs' meaningless season finale win could cost them their coveted point guard in this year's NBA draft. Get expert analysis on draft philosophy, salary cap management, and the brutal reality of Dallas sports disappointment.

Just Wondering ... with Norm Hitzges will be moving to a three-times-per-week schedule starting this week. You'll hear new episodes each Monday, Wednesday and Fridays while Norm takes off Tuesdays and Thursdays to enjoy his "retirement"! Please continue to share the show and correspond with us on X at @NormsClubhouse! Just Wondering is a long-form sports commentary podcast hosted by longtime broadcaster Norm Hitzges, offering thoughtful, numbers-driven analysis of the NFL, college sports, the NBA, and the business and culture surrounding them. Each episode blends experience, history, and curiosity to explore why things happen — not just what happened. New episodes feature clear-eyed perspective, context you don’t hear elsewhere, and questions worth sitting with a little longer. 📍 Follow & Listen Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeSubscribe, rate, and review to help others find the show. Sports podcast · NFL analysis · College football · Dallas sports · NBA commentary · Salary cap · NIL · Sports media · Long-form sports talk