Sean and Joey love sports, but they realize there are a lot of dumb elements within our favorite games. And each week, they&#39;ll break down one of those dumb things in this tidy, bite-sized podcast. Drop by to hear Sean lament over the stupidity of a certain aspect in sports—basketball, football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, volleyball, lacrosse—nothing is off-limits. If there&#39;s something dumb to talk about, you better believe we&#39;ll hit it. We&#39;re also covering some pointless tweets, overused sports cliches, and general news that...well, doesn&#39;t need to be news. And we love to hear from you! Give Sean or Joey (or both) a shout with your favorite dumb things.

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The NBA Draft is this week! It’s always been one night for both rounds, but this year, the league is mixing it up with TWO days of the draft. The second day starts at 4 pm ET, which is very early.Plus, our favorite draft cliches and how silly it is that players have to wear the hat of the team that drafted them, even if they’ve already been traded. Oh, and how about Monty Williams making $78 million to win 14 games and then being fired after one season? Brilliant move, truly. But not as brilliant as <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fun8mu2E_Uo" rel="nofollow">this Joe Dumars pass</a> or this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruKUmpczF_c" rel="nofollow">Javale McGee blooper</a>.Want to send some words of encouragement? Follow <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Sports R Dumb on Instagram</a> or give the show a rating or review on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3?si=432b4815f9cc4b15" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/sports-r-dumb-202372" rel="nofollow">Goodpods</a>. Thanks for listening!

The NBA Draft is full of silliness. Let's dive in!

The NBA Draft Being Two Days Is Time-Consumingly Dumb

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When we recorded this, the Dallas Mavericks had just won their last game to stay alive in the NBA Finals. We know that good luck did not continue for Sean—congrats to the Boston Celtics on an NBA-record 18th championship.Anyway, it looks like TNT is going to lose its media rights to broadcast NBA games. And that&#39;s not the only TV snafu going on. Have you ever tried to watch a more obscure game? It&#39;s rough! Sean&#39;s just trying to catch Switzerland vs. Hungary, and Joey&#39;s just trying to make jokes like how can they be Hungary when they&#39;re right by Turkey and Greece?Got a nice thing to say about the show? Hit us up on <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> or leave a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-r-dumb-4273539/insights" rel="nofollow">Podchaser</a>.

TV media rights have become all about who can pony up the most money, and that's a shame.

Sports TV Media Rights R Capitalistically Dumb

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When we recorded this, the Mavericks and Celtics had only played one game. Lots of chatter said Game 2 was a must-win. Well, the Mavericks didn&#39;t win it, so...guess we can all go home? On top of that, reporters are dropping news from sources at wild times, such as the Lakers non-story about maybe signing Dan Hurley (spoiler: that didn&#39;t happen) during the NBA Finals and the USA Women&#39;s roster being announced after the &#34;breaking news&#34; that Caitlin Clark wasn&#39;t on it. Sean wonders what these sources get out of saying things.Plus, Sean might start a new fast food fries ranking and we wax poetic about AIM away messages.We also want to give a nod to <a href="https://newsletter.jokermag.com/subscribe?utm_campaign=spring_2024&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=joey" rel="nofollow">The Underdog Newsletter from Joker Mag</a>! It&#39;s a delightful look at the less popular sports stories, highlighting people who beat the odds to succeed in their respective sports. Plus, there&#39;s a challenging trivia question every time! <a href="https://newsletter.jokermag.com/subscribe?utm_campaign=spring_2024&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=joey" rel="nofollow">Subscribe to the newsletter here</a>.

Breaking news: Sources sure do like to leak non-stories at inopportune times.

"Must-Win" Games Early in Series and Sources Leaking Clickbait Stories R Both Overzealously Dumb

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The Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks are in the NBA Finals. Congrats to them! Yet, if you listened to some fans, you&#39;d think the Celtics didn&#39;t deserve to be here because the teams they faced had key players who were injured. Okay...that&#39;s a reward for finishing with the best record of any team during the regular season.Plus, Sean is now in his late 30s—what has he learned along the way? How many different types of cakes has he had during his birthday week? And we wrap up with a deep dive into a song that&#39;s nearly 20 years old.Get more shenanigans by following <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Sports R Dumb on Instagram</a>, or be a gem and leave a kind review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-r-dumb-4273539" rel="nofollow">Podchaser</a>.

Teams can't control who they play in the playoffs, so why do people get upset when top teams beat their opponents?

Complaints About Cakewalk Paths to Championships R Bemoaningly Dumb

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Sean is old, and he is FEELING it. And Joey is out of the country! So, we recorded this one well in advance about a topic that was new at the time: the release of the NFL schedule. And the hype around said schedule—four months in advance, no less!—is out of control. How would Sean have announced things if he were in charge? We’re going through the Cowboys schedule one game at a time to find out.

Schedule release videos. Looking ahead to games six months from now. Promoting players who might be injured by the time the teams play. This is so silly, isn't it?

Hyped Up NFL Schedule Releases R Try-Hard Dumb

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A little while ago, Joey randomly thought about losing a close basketball game in high school after he hit a game-tying shot. That triggered a drastic ice hockey sad story from Sean. And, of course, there are plenty of pro sports moments that don’t turn out the way we want.These events happened so long ago! Why do disappointing sports memories from the past routinely haunt our dreams?Plus, a look at the opposing teams that have made Sean cry over the years. Bring the tissues for this one!

Why do we let sad sports memories haunt us? We try to figure it out in this episode.

Sad Sports Memories Living Rent Free In Our Heads R Reminiscently Dumb

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The Atlanta Hawks made the play-in tournament this season and looked like a team that was trying for most of the season. They only had a 3% chance of scoring the top pick in the NBA Draft lottery, and then they ended up winning it! Meanwhile, teams that tried to lose to better their odds fell out of the top slots. You love to see it.Plus, memorable moments around the NBA Draft, <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/insider/story/_/id/40134868/lowe-latest-draft-intel-trade-buzz-superstitions-nba-secret-draft-lottery-room" rel="nofollow">this Zach Lowe piece</a> explains how the lottery works better than Joey can, and <a href="https://www.sbnation.com/nba/2014/6/3/5772796/nba-y2k-series-finale-the-death-of-basketball" rel="nofollow">this SB Nation article</a> from a decade ago is a fantastic look at what would happen if the NBA lost all of its talent.

Teams try to tank during the regular season and then don't get a top pick come the NBA Draft Lottery. That tickles us.

NBA Teams Tanking and Not Winning the Lottery is Satisfyingly Dumb

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Basketball discourse is so weird. There are constant player comparisons, far too many discussions around legacy, and absurd lists that make no sense. It often turns into lazy discussion that makes for a frustrating experience.Plus, Joey has a disappointing trip to the dentist and a quick nod to Bruins broadcaster Jack Edwards&#39; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8gEfh4L0_0" rel="nofollow">wonderful maniacal laugh</a>.

Anthony Edwards is playing wonderful basketball right now. Why do we have to immediately compare him to Michael Jordan?

Lazy Analyses of Basketball Performances R Half-Heartedly Dumb

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Reggie Bush won the Heisman Trophy in 2005, but then it was taken away in 2010 because of some minor infractions, especially considering the NIL deals out there today. Well, it took 14 years, but Bush&#39;s Heisman Trophy was finally reinstated. Better to fix a dumb thing late than never. Now, maybe we can move on to rectifying some of these vacated seasons.Plus, an NHL rule that should be applied to other sports, road fans overpowering home fans with cheers, and Sean is displeased with the effort of the Dallas Mavericks.Want to do something SUPER COOL? Give us a follow on <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> or a five-star rating or review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-r-dumb-4273539" rel="nofollow">Podchaser</a>. Thank you — you&#39;re beautiful.

There are a lot of dumb activities from the weekend, but we're leading with a wrong being righted. You love to see it!

Eventual Reversals of Dumb Decisions R Gradually Smart

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We&#39;ve got plenty of dumbness in this episode! Joey has a tumultuous experience trying to attend a baseball game in Phoenix. Sean has a $40 margarita at a comedy show. And perhaps most distressingly, people still care far too much about what pro athletes are making. Say it with us: It&#39;s not our money. We don&#39;t need to worry about it.

Chaos while trying to attend a baseball game, $40 margaritas, and why do so many people care about Caitlin Clark's salary?

Outrage Over Athlete Salaries Is Fiscally Dumb

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This episode starts off HOT, as Joey&#39;s rec league featured a fight between teammates — thankfully, not on Joey&#39;s team, which is full of kind people. We&#39;re exploring the absurdity of fighting in a rec league, but that&#39;s not the main focus here.We&#39;re also breaking down the silliness of calculating tiebreakers and potential finishes in different sports leagues when all will be sorted out in a day or two. Patience is a virtue, and all. And Sean has a brilliant idea for fixing league drafts.We love hearing from you! Support the show by following us on <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> or hit up <a href="http://www.rakuten.com/r/JAHELD3?eeid=44971" rel="nofollow">one of our referral links</a> for cash back in your wallet! Who could complain about that?

In the final days of a regular season, we can get worked up into a tizzy about potential playoff scenarios. Or, we can simply wait a day.

Complicated Playoff Scenarios R Pieces of Red String on a Whiteboard Dumb

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Sean and Joey ran the Austin American Statesman Capitol 10K event on Sunday. It was quite the time! They share their experiences running the race, notable memories, and what it’s like to see a bright light when your body has given up. It’s less gloomy than that description sounds, we promise.Plus, a small lil’ bit on the women’s and men’s NCAA Tournaments. We miss college basketball already.Want to send some words of encouragement? Follow <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Sports R Dumb on Instagram</a> or give the show a rating or review on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3?si=432b4815f9cc4b15" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/sports-r-dumb-202372" rel="nofollow">Goodpods</a>. Thanks for listening!

Sean and Joey reflect on their experience running the Austin American Statesman Cap 10K.

Running a 10K is Tiringly Dumb (But Totally Worth Doing)

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The women&#39;s NCAA Tournament has had plenty of impressive action, but it&#39;s being overshadowed by a lot of dumb things — many of which are the NCAA&#39;s own doing. Let&#39;s dive in!Plus, <a href="https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D3DzoOaX0AAqSqU.jpg:large" rel="nofollow">a glimpse at the horrific April Fools Day prank</a> we talked about in the intro, the legendary 90s sitcom Step By Step, and personal tales of removing jewelry during basketball games.Digging the show? Give us a follow on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> or a kind rating or review on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-r-dumb-4273539" rel="nofollow">Podchaser</a>.

The NCAA puts on a men's and women's tournament, but they clearly favor one over the other. Let's explore some of the more egregious fouls.

The NCAA's Disrespect of Women's College Basketball is Nonsensically Dumb

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We&#39;ve reached the Sweet 16 in both the men&#39;s and women&#39;s tournaments, which means we&#39;ve had plenty of dumb moments along the way. Here are some of our (least) favorites!Plus, a <a href="https://www.ncaa.com/news/basketball-men/article/2023-03-19/march-madness-boss-button-discrete-history" rel="nofollow">history of the NCAA Boss Button</a> and <a href="https://ftw.usatoday.com/2024/03/jack-gohlke-nil-deal-turbotax-is-perfect" rel="nofollow">Jack Gohlke&#39;s low-budget TurboTax NIL deal</a>.Don&#39;t forget to follow <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Sports R Dumb</a> on Instagram, and it would be SO COOL if you left a rating or review on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/sports-r-dumb-4273539" rel="nofollow">Podchaser</a>.

From busted brackets to incorrect calls, we've had lots of dumbness during March Madness. Let's look at the worst offenders of the bunch.

A Salute to Dumb March Madness Moments

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It’s a 100th episode extravaganza! This episode was recorded during Selection Sunday as the NCAA Tournament field was revealed. In addition to a live reaction to the field, we’re counting down our top 10 favorite and least favorite moments from March Madness past and present. Plus, how many college basketball players can Sean name?Check out a few great moments we mention, including <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmcOo-bGJp0" rel="nofollow">Ron Hunter falling off a stool</a>, Texas A&amp;M’s impressive <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNGmD6FcQdY" rel="nofollow">late-game comeback</a> against Northern Iowa, and this beautiful video of the broadcast team calling <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_xMU4Qo0LI" rel="nofollow">this bananas Furman play against Virginia</a>.  Do you have a favorite March Madness moment? Let us know on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, or drop us a review on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>.

Sports R Dumb has hit 100 episodes! We're celebrating by sharing our favorite March Madness moments and watching the Selection Show.

Celebrating 100 Dumb Episodes with an NCAA Tournament Extravaganza!

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Sean and Joey both play in recreational sports leagues, and they&#39;re not entirely sure why. From expensive price tags to poor court and field conditions to people who take things way too seriously, it seems like a recipe for disaster. Perhaps you feel the same about your rec league.These rec leagues also take over locations that would otherwise have fun, friendly pickup games, preventing people from enjoying themselves. Stop pricing out these folks, rec leagues!In the meantime, be a delight and follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> or give us a kind review on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>.

We regularly play in rec leagues for different sports. After this episode...we really wonder why.

Sports Rec Leagues R Expensively Dumb

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We&#39;re all about some quality trash talking here, but when it&#39;s your whole personality? Oof, it&#39;s not a good look. And there are too many people out there hating.You&#39;ve got plenty of good stuff going on in your life. Don&#39;t spend so much time putting down others. Instead, LIFT THEM UP.Speaking of lifting others up, why not lift up your phone and give the show a follow on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> or drop a five-star review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>? Thank you for the support!

If all someone knows about you is how much you hate another team, it's probably time to get a new hobby.

People Whose Entire Identity Is Hating Other Teams R Unpleasantly Dumb

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We&#39;ve seen multiple players get injured across men&#39;s and women&#39;s college basketball as home crowds storm the court after a victory. Why is it so hard to keep opposing players safe?Plus, analysts making bold predictions with no consequences, live fan gimmicks during hockey games, and this delightful scene from <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmUYpgptBtY" rel="nofollow">Parks and Rec</a>.Give us a follow on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> or a nice review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sports-r-dumb/id1614525956" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5863SYclBsjlQrpENw4iu3" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>. You rock!

Crazed students storm the court, and players get hurt. Surely there's a better way to show your fandom, right?

Chaotic Court Storms R Hive Mind Dumb

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Another NBA All-Star Weekend has come and gone, and once again, there was plenty of dumb mixed in with the good.We&#39;re diving into some of the worst moments, from Micah Parsons caring way too much about the Celebrity Game to Kenny Smith quickly sapping the joy out of a historic three-point contest between Sabrina Ionescu and Stephen Curry.And, as promised, here&#39;s Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic <a href="https://x.com/BasketNews_com/status/1759666048251351250?s=20" rel="nofollow">being very cute together</a> on the court.

As the NBA heads into the second half of the season, we bid adieu to a weird All-Star weekend.

Dumb Moments from NBA All-Star Weekend

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What a thrilling Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. We’re giving an overview of it all. Top moments from the game! The best (and worst) commercials! That halftime show with roller skates!Plus, the first time Sean cried while watching sports, brutally sobering flag football moments, what constitutes a game-winner in basketball, and Sean’s poor stomach during the Super Bowl party.Want even more good stuff? Follow <a href="https://instagram.com/sportsrdumb" rel="nofollow">Sports R Dumb on Instagram</a>.

A lot of things happened in Super Bowl 58. What was the most notable?

Dumb Super Bowl Observations

Sean and Joey love sports, but they realize there are a lot of dumb elements within our favorite games. And each week, they'll break down one of those dumb things in this tidy, bite-sized podcast. 

Drop by to hear Sean lament over the stupidity of a certain aspect in sports—basketball, football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, volleyball, lacrosse—nothing is off-limits. If there's something dumb to talk about, you better believe we'll hit it. 

We're also covering some pointless tweets, overused sports cliches, and general news that...well, doesn't need to be news. 

And we love to hear from you! Give Sean or Joey (or both) a shout with your favorite dumb things.