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SMQBs
by Bryan, Chris, Mike, Patrick, Tobi
A sports podcast that doesn't suck for fans who want a deep, sometimes controversial, dive into the world of sports.. Who is the punchable face of the week? Grab a beer and join the conversation.
Episodes
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NFL Clock Chaos, SEC Upset Saturday, and the LCS David vs. Goliath
Bison and Pope dive headfirst into the NFL's current chaos. With unpredictable outcomes across the board, the conversation zeroes in on the mind-boggling situational mismanagement in Washington's overtime loss to the Giants, Dan Quinn's questionable clock management, and Nick Sirianni's turbulent...
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Sirianni Rants, Playoff Baseball, and the Premier League's Biggest Scandal
The crew—Milk, House, Pope, and Rooster—takes control of the pod while down one Bison. The guys launch straight into their iconic Bar Chat segment, raising a glass (or a fist) with guests ranging from Bucs leadership to Alex Ovechkin on his final NHL season. Rooster sets the tone early by taking...
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NFL Meltdowns, MLB October Drama, and NHL Kickoff
Diving headfirst into NFL turmoil as Milk processes the brutal reality of a 0-3 Tampa Bay Buccaneers squad heading into a backup QB scenario. Joined by Paul Miller and Nick "erd" Verderame, the panel takes a hard look at early-season pretenders and contenders. While elite squads like the Chiefs,...
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Gridiron Surprises, Pennant Race Scramble, and Unfiltered Takes
With the rest of the crew living it up on location in Italy, Milk and Paul Miller (Moose Jaw) held down the fort for a fast-paced two-person show today. They kicked things off with their signature "Take Someone to the Bar" segment, raising a glass to the Cincinnati Bengals' defense after a...
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Smash-Mouth Football, GameDay Rants, and Plaxico Locks
On this edition of SMQBs, Pope and Rooster review the return of NFL action, highlighting the New York Giants' dominant victory over Dallas and John Harbaugh's immediate culture shift. They evaluate key individual outings, from Jackson Dart's clean stat line to Dak Prescott's costly interception,...
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The $57 Million Buyout and the Phantom Clock: College Football's Wild Week 1 Debrief
College football's opening slate did not disappoint, and the SMQBs are here to break down all the drama. Pope highlights LSU's dominant offensive showing behind quarterback transfer Sam Levitt, but the real talking point is the absolute disaster at Clemson. With only 145 yards of total offense…
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Williamsport Wonders, Red Sox Revival, and a Bizarre CFB Landscape
In this jam-packed episode of SMQBs, the crew welcomes special guest Ryan Rapley to break down the magic, history, and pure Americana of the Little League World Series (LLWS) in Williamsport. Ryan dives into the tournament's evolution, highlighting how a local gas boom left the town with an...
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The Pro-to-College Pipeline, Yankees Playoff Metrics & Fantasy Draft Disasters
The guys tackle the "Wild Wild West" of the NCAA as the line between professional and amateur sports completely evaporates. We unpack the absurdity of football and basketball players collecting pro paychecks during training camps before using court injunctions to regain college eligibility. It's…
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Nerd Alert: The Midfield Money Pit, D-Backs Pessimism, and College Number Drama
The boys welcome long-time listener and Arizona sports expert Nick "Nerd" Verderame to the bar for an action-packed episode. Nerd breaks down realistic expectations for the Diamondbacks as they grind through a brutal late-season schedule. From Brandon Pfaadt's insane scoreless streak to the…
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The Scandal & Snubs Edition: Kawhi's Hidden Hustle & Cooperstown's Criminal Oversight
The basketball world is reeling, and we're digging into the latest developments in the Kawhi Leonard scandal. With a second side hustle involving Daktronics now coming to light, we break down what this means for Steve Ballmer and the future of the Clippers' trade pending limbo. It's an ugly...
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The "LeBron to Philly" Blockbuster & Trade Deadline Chaos
The trade deadline is heating up, and we're breaking down the seismic shifts rocking the league. Between the Dodgers pulling off the ultimate power move for Tarik Skubal and the Phillies shaking up their lineup with Luis Arraez, the playoff race just got significantly more complicated. We dig…
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Encore Episode: Brain Injury Expert Dr. Greg O'Shanick (Oct 2022 Flashback) – Tua Controversy & NFL Week 4 Recap
We're taking a flashback to the past for this week's episode. In honor of Dr. Greg O'Shanick being recognized tonight by the American Association for Justice as the Brain Injury Association of America's "Luminary of the Year," we are airing an encore presentation of our October 2022 interview…
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Spain's Masterclass and the World Cup Aftermath
The World Cup has officially wrapped, and while the dust settles, the guys are breaking down exactly how Spain cemented their dominance. We look at the tactical organization that defined their run, the sheer brilliance of Rodri, and the emergence of Lamine Yamal and Cubarsi as the future of the...
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Unsupervised at the Bar: Interceptions, "Sandy Baby," and World Cup Tech
In an "unsupervised" episode, Bison and Milk take the keys to the castle to discuss why the World Cup semi-finals lack a true "party crasher." They lament the US team's exit, analyzing the "beating" they took from Belgium and what it says about the state of American soccer. The duo debates the...
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Sports, Controversies, and Hot Dog Nightmares: SMQBs Episode 274
What would an SMQB episode be without a tangent into the world of competitive eating and backyard BBQ? The crew reacts to the astronomical calorie counts of the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, with Milk declaring the entire event his "worst nightmare". The conversation takes a personal turn as...
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The Costco Panic and "Unique" American Experiences
In a hilarious pivot to the fan experience, the crew recounts the "existential dread" of a first-time visit to Costco. From the overwhelming scale of bulk-buying coffee pods to the sheer American-ness of the experience, it is a relatable look at the cultural shocks international World Cup…
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SMQBs Episode 272: Golf, Grit, and Global Goals
The crew dissects how Wyndham Clark overcame a "maligned" reputation and a hostile gallery to secure his second US Open title at a punishing Shinnecock Hills. They explore the psychology of the win and why Clark seems to thrive as the golfer the public loves to doubt. The episode also highlights...
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World Cup Fever: Upsets, African Nations Rising, and SO MUCH MORE!
The current World Cup is shaping up to be a tournament of massive upsets, headlined by Cape Verde's scoreless draw against powerhouse Spain. With world rankings seemingly ignored, underdog teams are proving that tactical discipline and individual brilliance can disrupt the status quo. African...
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America's Golden Generation
Expectations have never been higher for the USMNT, and the crew isn't holding back. Josh labels this roster the "Golden Generation," arguing it is the most talented squad the U.S. has ever fielded, with a core group of stars like Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie playing at the highest levels...
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The "Protect College Sports Act": Guardrail or Power Grab?
A bipartisan bill from Senators Ted Cruz and Marie Cantwell is aiming to "federalize" college sports, and the SMQB lawyers have some serious concerns. While the bill promises to limit the chaos of the transfer portal and share revenue with Olympic and women's sports, the crew debates whether it's...
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The "Apron Era" and the Death of the Super Team
The NBA is changing, and Rooster and House are here to explain why the era of the three-megastar "super team" might finally be over. They discuss how the league's new apron system is rewarding teams that prioritize depth and chemistry over top-heavy rosters, using the current Knicks and the young...
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Donnie Baseball, Wembanyama's Ascent, PGA Updates, and Lane Kiffin's Snake Oil
In this jam-packed episode of SMQBs, Milk, House, and Rooster hold down the fort while Bison and Pope take the night off. The guys kick things off with their signature "Take 'em to the Bar" segment, diving into the exciting $2.3 billion MOU for a new Tampa baseball stadium , Don Mattingly's...
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Legends, Robots, and the Future of the Game
The bracket is set, and the tension is high as the crew debates the Heavyweights: the Super Bowl vs. the Stanley Cup and the World Series vs. the Final Four. While Bison and Rooster argue for the purity and heart of the NHL and MLB, the NFL's sheer commercial gravity is hard to escape. The…
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The Road to the "SMQB Madness" Final Four
The "SMQB Madness" tournament reaches its most critical stage as the crew votes on the greatest sporting events. In a series of titanic matchups, the World Series narrowly edges out the Masters, and the Super Bowl sweeps the Winter Olympics. The debates get heated as the NCAA Final Four takes…
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Draft Shocks and High-Stakes Capital
The crew breaks down the winners and losers of the NFL Draft, focusing on some head-scratching decisions by the Cardinals and the Rams. Between questioning the logic of early-round running backs and the strategic "reach" for Ty Simpson, the guys debate whether these teams are building for the...
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House's Solo Draft Extravaganza: Blue Chip Anchors & Offensive Unicorns
With Rooster, Pope, Milk, and Bison away in Virginia for a legal networking event, House takes the reins for a special "King of the World" solo episode. He steps into the spotlight as the self-proclaimed draft guru to provide an in-depth preview of the upcoming NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. The…
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Augusta Dreams and Bracket Realities
Episode 262 brings you the sights and sounds of the Masters like never before. Milk and House discuss the "surpassed expectations" of their trip, noting the perfection of every blade of grass and the intense short-game creativity of players like Morikawa and Scheffler. They also dive into the...
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Masters Predictions and March Madness Dramatics
Episode 261 kicks off with a look ahead to Masters Week, featuring a breakdown of top contenders like John Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau. The crew analyzes how the course's dry conditions might favor heavy hitters, while also discussing the potential for a foreign champion to emerge. The episode…
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SMQB Madness: Bracket Upsets and the Fight for the Seventh Amendment
Bison and House hold down the fort this week, starting with a toast to Arthur Green, a 109-year-old veteran who has been an Orioles fan since before they left St. Louis. Then it's Region 3 of the SMQB Best Sports Competition bracket! Listen in to find out why Bison is exacting "revenge" for the...
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Madness, Major League Previews, and the "Balls" of Dylan Darling
A deep dive into the first two rounds of March Madness. The crew breaks down the biggest shockers, from the ACC's disappointing showing to the "mini Lasso" story of High Point's Cinderella run. They also dissect the coaching blunders that led to Florida's early exit and celebrate the legendary...
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March Madness, Bracket Busters, and The "Real" Champions
The SMQB crew is diving headfirst into March Madness. They break down the West and South regions, highlighting under-the-radar storylines like Purdue's Braden Smith chasing the all-time NCAA assist record and the tragic yet inspiring turnaround at USF under Brian Hodgson. The guys don't hold back...
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F1 Tech Wars and the "Profile in Courage" Award
The crew gets into the weeds of the F1 regulation changes, debating the new "power boost" strategy over the old DRS system. While drivers like Max Verstappen deal with technical "gremlins" like locking brakes, the fans are enjoying a record-setting 146 overtakes in Melbourne. The guys also offer…
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Hard Truths & Hot Takes: The Annual "Punch" List
It's that time of year again where the crew hands out their "punches." Rooster doesn't hold back on Yankees GM Brian Cashman, criticizing the team's reliance on "broken down old stars" like Giancarlo Stanton. The segment moves to a broader critique of AI-altered images and the handling of the US...
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Legends, Lasso Stories, and the Quad God: SMQB's Ultimate Reel Special
Michael "Rooster" Phelan The "Moral Dilemma" Punch: Rooster delivers a powerful segment questioning his fandom for the New York Giants after disturbing emails surfaced regarding co-owner Steve Tisch. He takes a firm stance, stating he cannot support the team if Tisch is not forced out, sparking a...
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Olympic Memories and All-Star Experiments
This week's show centers on the "Helmet of Memory" worn by Ukrainian skeleton rider Vladislav Heraskovich and the IOC's decision to ban it. The group explores the perceived hypocrisy of sporting bodies that allow certain displays while prohibiting others, using historical examples from Jesse…
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From Super Bowl Hangovers to Spring Training: The Sports Transition
The recent Seahawks-Patriots Super Bowl, which most of the crew found "less than riveting" and bordering on boring. They dive into the contrasting performances of the QBs, praising Sam Darnold's "ghost-free" game management while critiquing Drake May's "deer in the headlights" struggle against a...
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Prop Bets and Surprise Halftime Guests to Olympic Alpine Dreams
This episode features a look at the more unpredictable and entertaining elements of the Super Bowl and the NFL offseason. The conversation includes prop betting on everything from the over/under length of the National Anthem—which is 120 seconds—to whether any team will score in the last two...
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Fantasy Camp Glory, Steelers' Head-Scratcher, and the Baffling Bills Job
This episode kicks off with the hosts tackling the latest uncharacteristic move in the NFL coaching carousel: the Steelers' hiring of Mike McCarthy. Given Pittsburgh's history of picking young, up-and-coming head coaches like Mike Tomlin, Bill Cowher, and Chuck Noll—all hired in their mid-30s—the...
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MLB Talk, The Bills' Coaching Debacle, Bears' Near-Miss, and Baseball's Billion-Dollar Problem
The episode kicks off with an exclusive, inside report from one of the hosts, "Bison," who is currently living out a dream at the Washington Nationals fantasy baseball camp. Hear about the full major league treatment—from using the Nationals' spring training facility and clubhouse to getting a...
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Who is the Next Liam Cohen? & The New Face of College Football
The SMQB team is trying to figure out where the next great coaches will come from. They explore the NFL's constant churn, dubbed the "cycle of hell," where good offensive coordinators are quickly promoted, leaving a vacuum of poor play-callers like the Eagles' recently-fired Patullo. The...
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From Ovechkin to the World Series: Recapping the Legendary Sports Year of 2025
Take a trip down memory lane with the hosts as they look back on the sports stories of 2025 that they believe will be impossible to top. Bison leads with the one that can't be missed: Alex Ovechkin scoring his 895th goal, passing Wayne Gretzky to become the greatest goal scorer of all time. Pope...
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The Michigan Mess, Mercenary Players, and the Sirianni Punch
In the latest episode Bison, Pope, and Rooster dive into the tumultuous world of college football, tackling everything from scandals at the University of Michigan to the playoff system's inherent inequities. With a professional yet conversational tone, they explore the challenges facing college...
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Fantasy Playoffs, the Plaxico Picks, and the 'Providence 40s' Loser Penalty
Get the full breakdown of the season's crucial fantasy football drama as the hosts discuss a nail-biting playoff match between Pope and Rooster. Pope, who has been on a six-game winning streak and has a "shrine" dedicated to winning a league ring, is battling Rooster, who barely squeaked into the...
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Is Money Ruining College Football? The CFP, Conference Champs, and Notre Dame's Hissy Fit
The panel tackles the underlying issue plaguing the college game: money. They argue that the entire structure of college football is now overwhelmingly "playoff-driven," causing the conference championship games to lose their significance. Winning a conference used to be a huge deal, but now…
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Lane Kiffin's $91 Million Headache and the GM Debate Sweeping College Sports
Lane Kiffin's move to LSU is the main financial story of the week, with the hosts confirming he signed a $91 million, seven-year contract at $13 million annually, a figure usually reserved for coaches with national championships. While debating if Kiffin deserves the money, they generally agree…
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From Hot Seats to High Speeds – Eagles Meltdown, Burrows is Back, and F1's Wild Scandal
House kicks off the show with an absolute firestorm, still reeling from the Eagles' loss to the Cowboys. He brings Miami Heat coach Eric Spoelstra to the imaginary bar to teach Nick Sirianni a lesson in attention to detail, criticizing everything from the play-calling to the team's ability to…
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NFL International Woes, Eagles' Fixable Offense, and the CFP Cinderella Race
The main event this week was the NFL, starting with a passionate take on the league's international push into places like Madrid, Brazil, and Australia. The crew agrees that while it's a win for the NFL brand, it's a "raw deal" for players due to the travel disrupting their prep and rhythm…
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Burrow's Back, Rams are Scary Good, and ACC Playoff Chaos
The episode begins with the traditional "Who's who you bring into the bar" segment. Hot topics include placing Mavericks executive Nico Harrison in the hot seat due to the team's "pathetic start" and celebrating Joe Burrow's return to practice after injury. A dramatic highlight is House's...
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From Tributes and Tearful Farewells to World Series Debates and Coaching Carousel Chaos
The latest SMQBs episode opened with a poignant and heartfelt tribute to "The Hen," Laura, Rooster's wife. The crew shared personal stories that celebrated her genuine kindness, her ability to make everyone feel special, and her spirit as a dedicated Commanders and F1 fan, making it a difficult…
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It's THE Sports Equinox! CFB Coaching Carousel, and NFL Blowouts!
The episode kicked off with a nod to the unique "Sports Equinox," a day when MLB, NFL, NBA, and NHL all hit the field, court, and ice simultaneously. There was even a lively debate about whether MLS could sneak into this exclusive club or NOT! The "Bring to the Bar" segment, where Milk discusses...
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A sports podcast that doesn't suck for fans who want a deep, sometimes controversial, dive into the world of sports.. Who is the punchable face of the week? Grab a beer and join the conversation.
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SMQBs is created and hosted by Bryan, Chris, Mike, Patrick, Tobi.
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