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Episode 40: The Death Of Small Ball & Mid-Majors On The Rise

After one of the best All-Star Weekends in NBA history, the crew looks back on what happened in Chicago to see this means going forward in the NBA. Do big men winning the Skill Competition mean small ball is coming to an end?(6:00) Why was CP3 in at the end of the All-Star game instead of Luka Doncic?(13:20) Should we get used to Giannis disappearing in the 4th quarter?(22:00) We then turn our attention to college basketball and look at the three mid-major schools in the top 25 - are these teams for real?(28:00). CONTINUE

Episode 39: The Real and Exciting NBA Teams & Trivia pt. 3

As the All-Star break approaches for the NBA, the crew dives into which teams they are most EXCITED for in the second half of the season(5:00). We then take a look at some teams in particular (The Raptors, Mavs, and Heat) to see if they're real contenders or not(18:00) - which then sparks a serious debate: is Andre Iguadola a Hall of Famer?(32:00) We then end the episode with James trying to avenge his lost to Jake in yet another trivia battle(38:00). CONTINUE

Episode 38: Super Mahomes & NBA Deadline Deals

Jake, James, and "Stat" Matt recap their most striking takeaways from Super Bowl 54(5:26), break down the impending NBA Trade deadline and who could benefit the most (16:43), and draft the NBA All-Star Starters(30:41). To close out, they check tape to see who was right and who was wrong about some of their takes(34:49). CONTINUE

Episode 37: Breaking Down Super Bowl LIV & Remembering Kobe

The Chiefs and 49ers are getting ready to square off in Super Bowl LIV in Miami and the crew breaks down what should be an intriguing match up. First, we look at the Niners success running the ball - can they repeat what they did against Green Bay?(2:00) Also, how can the 49ers pass rush affect this game?(10:50) We then flip to the Chiefs' side to discuss just how electric their offense has been (19:00) and how does this Super Bowl play into the legend of Andy Reid (24:00). We then all take a moment to remember the life and legacy of Kobe Bean Bryant (39:00). CONTINUE

Episode 36: New NFL Coaches and Straight Facts NBA Awards

The vacant coaching jobs in the NFL are getting filled - and quickly. We go around the league and evaluate each head coaching hire. Will Mike McCarthy have success in Dallas?(3:00) How will Joe Judge and Jason Garrett fair in New York?(9:00) We then head to the NBA and debut the "Straight Facts Awards". Who/what has been the biggest surprise in the league(23:00), the "I'm definitely getting traded" award(33:00) and more! We then introduce a new segment "Jewel's Weekly Wrap-up" where our host Jewel Schmitz breaks down what she thinks is the most notable story in sports in the past week(49:00). CONTINUE

Episode 35: An ASTROnomical Scandal & Conference Championships

The baseball world was rocked when it was found out that the Astros were caught stealing signs in their 2017 championship run. James, Jake, and Jewel break down the details of the scandal(2:40) and put it into context - is this the worst cheating scandal in sports history?(11:33). We then turn our attention to the NFL as we gear up for the Conference Championship games(14:00). We wrap it up by dipping into our mailbag and seeing what the Straight Facts fans have to say(35:45). CONTINUE

Episode 34: Dissecting the Divisional Round and Tigers vs. Tigers

Jake, James and Matt dig into what to expect in the NFL's divisional round this weekend, as well as what we learned from the Wild Card games last weekend (1:58). We also gauge the College National Championship Game and give our predictions (31:54) and to close out the show, we ask if Jerry West is Speaking Facts when he says Luka is better than Dirk (38:00). CONTINUE

Episode 33: NFC Least, Still No Zion & Sixers' (not so) Dynamic Duo

It's no secret the NFC East has been terrible as a whole this season...but is it the worst division in NFL History? We take a good look and answer that question.(2:00) We then take a look at what is possibly in-store for the New Orleans Pelicans if Zion Williamson were to miss half the season as expected.(20:15) Finally, we know Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid are good, but are they better separately than together?(28:00) CONTINUE

Episode 32: CFP/Heisman debate & who will be the next LeBron?

It's Championship Week in college football. We take a close look at two teams - Utah and Oklahoma - who has the better chance of making the College Football Playoff? (1:36). We then transition to the NBA and discuss the hot start Luka Doncic is off to. Why doesn't he get the same criticism as Russell Westbrook?(20:44) Finally, once LeBron leaves, who is the next face of the NBA? CONTINUE

Episode 31: Why the Ravens are Super Bowl Favorites & CBB's Top Conference

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens are more than putting the NFL on notice. Jake, James and Jewel detail exactly what makes them a Super Bowl contender(3:00). We then go through and touch on the most likely teams to make the Super Bowl out of the NFC(8:47). We wrap up the episode with some College Basketball; which conference is the best in the country?(21:00) CONTINUE

Episode 30: Bama's CFP Hopes Done? Top Contenders in the NFL

LSU vs. Alabama gave us what may have been the game of the year in College Football. We breakdown if Bama's playoff hopes are done or not (2:50). With the shaking of the CFP comes the shaking of the Heisman race as well, who now is the front runner for the award(10:00)? We then go to the pros to talk about the biggest games of the past week and what it means for the overall NFL landscape (18:00). CONTINUE

Episode 29: Champions Classic, Who's Hot in the NBA, Trade Ben Simmons?

Some teams in the NBA are off to a hot start and some...not so much. We talk about which teams are playing well to start and which teams need to pick it up (1:40). Then, we get into a heated debate on whether the Sixers should trade Ben Simmons or not (22:22). Next, we discuss the great opening to the college basketball season with the Champions Classic at Madison Square Garden (29:38). CONTINUE

Episode 28: NFL Heat Check & NBA Superlatives

There are only two undefeated teams left in the NFL, but a bunch of teams are catching fire at the right time! Jake, James, and Jewel each breakdown who they think the hottest team in the NFL is (2:10). We then transition into the MLB and discuss the wild 2019 World Series (21:19). Finally, we give out superlatives in the new look NBA. CONTINUE

Episode 27: The NBA Is Back! & World Series Breakdown

Opening night of the NBA did not disappoint! We dive into the battle for LA between the Lakers and Clippers (4:00) and how the Pelicans looked without Zion Williamson (19:00). We also take a look at Game 1 of the World Series (24:00) and if the Nationals can continue their hot streak. CONTINUE

Episode 26: LA RAMSEY & LeBron/China Debate

Jalen Ramsey finally got his wish and was traded from the Jaguars. We breakdown how much better this trade made the Rams (1:30). We also gear up for the NBA! Which player on a new team will help their team the most? (15:00) And finally we give our takes on LeBron James's comments about Rockets GM Daryl Morey (30:00). CONTINUE

Episode 25: Are the 49ers real or fake? Are the Twins bad or unlucky?

From NFL Week 5 to the MLB Playoffs - it was a wild week in sports. We first breakdown whether or not to buy into the 49ers hype (4:00), who we think should be on the shortlist for MVP after Week 5 (14:15), and whether the twins struggles in the playoffs are due to bad play or bad luck (25:00). We end our show by dipping into our mailbag to see what our fans have to say! (36:00) CONTINUE

Episode 24: Philly Legend Hakim Laws Joins Straight Facts... Unlike Agholor

Hakim Laws joins Straight Facts to talk about his heroic act and the immediate rise to fame. We break down the most surprising things through four the NFL season, the best of the Week 5 NFL slate, and Shaq and Dame DOLLA's rap beef...CONTINUE

Episode 23: Heisman Race Quarter Poll, QB Injuries, And NFL Trades

Stat Matt fills in for James as the Straight Facts crew break down the Heisman race after three weeks, look at the biggest surprises through two weeks of the NFL season, analyze the Giants, Steelers, and Saints QB situations, and preview the best match ups of week 3...CONTINUE

Episode 22: NFL Week 1 Recap, What We're Bullish On & What's Bullsh*t

Week 1 in the NFL lived up to the hype. We start by breaking down the hot start of the defending champion New England Patriots, followed by the top games of the first week, next we dissected the biggest rookie debuts. Finally we debut our newest segment - Bull-ISH or Bullsh*t...CONTINUE

Episode 21: NFL Preview Palooza! Predicting All 17 Weeks of the NFL Season

THE NFL SEASON IS FINALLY HERE! James, Jake, and Jewel start by picking each game of the NFL season and break down their top teams, most surprising, and their worst teams. Then the trio broaden their scopes and break the season down by each division...CONTINUE

Episode 20: The Luck of the Colts & Mamba's Newest Challenges

Andrew Luck stunned the NFL world by retiring at the tender age of 29. We break down not only what this means for the Colts this coming season, but also how this changes the dynamic of the AFC South. After, we discuss Kobe Bryant's challenges for the upcoming NBA season...CONTINUE

Episode 19: Fantasy Football Risks, CFB Top-10 & Heisman Hopefuls

There are some risks this year in Fantasy Football and we break down who they are, and how to handle risks in your fantasy football draft. Also, College Football Season is upon us! We go through the AP Top-10; which teams we like, which teams we don't, and which teams we think...CONTINUE

Episode 18: All-AB Drama, All-Fantasy Advice & All-Decade

It's been a good week in sports and we try to cover it all! First, we break down the Antonio Brown fiasco with the Raiders. Then, we gear up for fantasy football by discussing who should by the #1 overall pick and finally we debate which 2K All-Decade team would take the chip....CONTINUE

Episode 17: Blind Resumes, Trivia, & Deep Dives

This part of the sports year is dry - we know, so we go creative this episode. James and Jake do a friendly competition to see who knows more facts. First, we do a blind resume test between two players and see if our hosts can guess right. Next, we get some random trivia from...CONTINUE

Episode 16: MLB Deadline Deals & New Faces in New Places in the NFL

The MLB Trade Deadline is now past and we get all into it . We breakdown the best deadline deals and which teams should have made moves who didn't. We then transition to NFL training camp and discuss which players and coaches will thrive on their new teams....CONTINUE

Episode 15: MLB Breakdown and Running Backs Breaking Down

It's just past the 100th game of the season for the MLB and many teams are starting to make their playoff push. We break down who the best teams are in the MLB and who's getting hot at the right time. Then, we transition from the diamond to the gridiron to take a look at...CONTINUE

Episode 14: Thunder Buddies Reunite & Leagues Look for Change

Just when you thought the NBA offseason was coming to an end, the Rockets trade Chris Paul to the Thunder for Russell Westbrook and a haul of draft picks. We break down what the reinvented Houston Rockets will look like and all the possible options OKC has with Chris Paul....CONTINUE

Episode 13: Battle for LA in the NBA & USWNT Do It Again

We take a look into how Kawhi Leonard and Paul George joining the Clippers affect the NBA landscape, what will the Thunder do with Russell Westbrook, and the standouts in the Las Vegas Summer League. Plus, the continued dominance of the US Women's National...CONTINUE

Episode 12: NBA Free Agency: Top Players Get Top Dollar

This summer's NBA Free Agency had no lack of intrigue. We break down everything in NBA free agency from The Nets getting KD and Kyrie, The Sixers re-upping Tobias Harris and who are now the best teams in the Eastern and Western Conference...CONTINUE

Episode 11: Winners/Losers of the NBA and Phillies Free Fall

It was a wild night in the NBA draft; we cover the biggest steals of the night, the biggest reaches, and who were the biggest winners and sorest losers on draft night. We also...CONTINUE

Episode 10: Dave Spadaro Talks Eagles Training Camp and the NBA Season Never Stops

Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro joins the show and answers all the hot topics surrounding Eagles training camp: What made the Eagles confident enough to give Wentz that contract...CONTINUE

Episode 9: Warriors Back From The Dead? U.S. Women's Soccer

The Warriors fight off elimination by beating the Toronto Raptors in game 5 of the Finals. We take a look at what went down in game 5 while also giving a little preview for game 6...CONTINUE

Episode 8: Injury Bug Bites Warriors and NBA Draft Sleepers

The NBA Finals is tight heading back to Golden State and we dive deep to a look at the Warriors possibly without KD and Klay. We also touch on the impact of role players on this...CONTINUE

Episode 7: Juiced Baseballs and Basketball Above The Border

Baseballs are flying out of the yard at an all-time rate this MLB season and we break down what that means for the game of baseball. Information for the first Straight Facts giveaway on our Twitter and Instagram; @str8facts_pod. We also get into the All-NBA accolades...CONTINUE

Episode 6: Warriors Win the West/Touching Base with Baseball

The Warriors swept the Blazers out of the playoffs to advance to the finals! We look into their dominant performance while also taking a look at the Eastern Conference Finals match-up between the Bucks and the Raptors. We also briefly check in on how the MLB...CONTINUE

Episode 5: Conference Finals and Ping Pong Balls

The conference finals are here and we break down the matchups in both the West and the East. We get into the NBA Draft lottery, what it means for the top teams and bring back a fan favorite, “Crossover” where we link top athletes to the most relevant....CONTINUE

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