Podcast Summary: Don, Hahn & Rosenberg – Hour 2: ESPN NY Family Feud Faceoff

Release Date: June 27, 2025

Hosts/Participants:

• Don LaGreca: ESPN New York and New Jersey's first voice
• Alan Hahn: Long-time sportswriter and New York Knicks broadcaster
• Peter Rosenberg: Hip Hop veteran and WWE personality
• Rick DiPietro, Bart Scott, Ray Santiago, Ty Butler, Chris Carlin: Participants in the Family Feud Faceoff
• Michael: Host of the Feud segment

1. Family Feud Faceoff

Introduction to the Feud (00:XX): The episode kicks off with the trio initiating a "Family Feud" style game, aiming to engage both the hosts and listeners in a lively competition. Despite some initial hiccups with missing participants like Bart Scott and Rick DiPietro, the team manages to assemble a group ready to compete.

Gameplay and Key Moments:

• First Question:

  • Question: "Name something people might only do once a week."
  • Don's Guess: "Take out the garbage" (Incorrect)
  • Rick DiPietro's Guess: "Drink" (12:45)
  • Don's Steal: "Shop for groceries" (15:30)

  Notable Quote:

  Don LaGreca: "Don, you could steal." ([15:30])

• Second Question:

  • Question: "Name a place that always has a long bathroom line."
  • Ty Butler's Guess: "Bar" (Correct)
  • Bart Scott's Guess: "Airport" (Incorrect)

  Notable Quote:

  Ty Butler: "Bar." ([25:10])

• Third Question:

  • Question: "Name something you might see a commercial for during a baseball game."
  • Don's Guess: "Beer" (Correct)
  • Bart Scott's Attempt: "Whip" (Incorrect)

  Notable Quote:

  Don LaGreca: "Beer." ([35:20])

• Fourth Question:

  • Question: "Name an animal that's easy to act out in charades."
  • Rick DiPietro's Guess: "Dog" (Second place)
  • Don's Steal: "Bird" (Top answer)

  Notable Quote:

  Rick DiPietro: "Dog." ([45:15]) Don LaGreca: "Bird, man, beware." ([47:50])

Game Dynamics: The game emphasizes teamwork and quick thinking, with participants occasionally bantering and encouraging each other. Despite some missed answers and humorous exchanges, the competition remains spirited and engaging.

Conclusion of the Feud: The Feud concludes with Rick DiPietro's team emerging victorious, showcasing their quick wit and knowledge of fan preferences.

2. Fraud Friday Segment

Introduction to Fraud Friday (48:00): Transitioning from the Family Feud, the hosts introduce "Fraud Friday," an interactive segment where listeners share their experiences or questions about being labeled as "frauds" based on their sports fandom or behaviors.

Listener Interactions and Highlights:

• First Caller – Ian from Roselle Park:

  • Situation: Trade the Dolphins' 1972 perfect season for a guaranteed Super Bowl in his lifetime.
  • Outcome: Declared not a fraud despite his selfishness.

  Notable Quote:

  Ian: "I'm selfish as hell, but I'm not a fraud because I want to see my team win." (50:30)

• Second Caller – Rob (Nets Fan):

  • Situation: Rooting for the Knicks during the Nets' playoffs.
  • Outcome: Labeled as a fraud for not fully committing to the Nets.

  Notable Quote:

  Peter Rosenberg: "If you don't buy a Knicks jersey, you're the little brother." (55:45)

• Email – Steven:

  • Situation: Wife switched allegiance from Yankees to Mets.
  • Outcome: Declared a fraud for her changing support.

  Notable Quote:

  Steven: "She's a fraud because she develops an affinity for the guys." (1:05:10)

• Additional Callers:

  • Drew from Hoboken: Struggles with balancing Eagles and Jets fandom due to his wife's preferences.
  • Todd: Loyal Philadelphia sports fan who switched to New York sports talk, maintaining his authenticity.

  Notable Quotes:

  Drew: "I'm a fraud because your wife likes the Dolphins." (1:10:25) Todd: "No, fraud, because you know what? It's our show." (1:15:00)

Segment Dynamics: "Fraud Friday" fosters a humorous yet insightful discussion about the authenticity of sports fandom. The hosts provide playful judgments, reinforcing the idea that loyalty can be complex and multifaceted.

3. Key Insights and Conclusions

• Community Engagement: The episode successfully engages listeners through interactive segments, fostering a sense of community and shared experiences among sports fans.

• Humorous Banter: The hosts' lighthearted teasing and humor create an entertaining atmosphere, making complex sports loyalties relatable and amusing.

• Fan Loyalty: Discussions highlight the nuances of fan loyalty, illustrating that emotional connections to teams can evolve and be subject to personal circumstances.

Final Thoughts: This episode of Don, Hahn & Rosenberg delivers an entertaining blend of competitive fun and relatable fan interactions. Through the "Family Feud Faceoff" and "Fraud Friday," listeners are treated to spirited discussions that resonate with anyone passionate about sports and the communities they build.

Notable Quotes Recap:

• Don LaGreca: "Beer." (35:20)
• Rick DiPietro: "Dog." (45:15)
• Don LaGreca: "Bird, man, beware." (47:50)
• Ian: "I'm selfish as hell, but I'm not a fraud because I want to see my team win." (50:30)
• Peter Rosenberg: "If you don't buy a Knicks jersey, you're the little brother." (55:45)

Note: Timestamps are indicative and correspond to key moments within each segment.