Don, Hahn & Rosenberg Podcast

Hour 2: Super Bowl Fraud & NFL Binge

Date: February 9, 2026
Hosts: Don La Greca, Alan Hahn, Peter Rosenberg
Episode Overview:
This episode dissects the concept of “fraud” fandom at the Super Bowl, unpacks celebrity allegiances, debates the authenticity of halftime show reactions, and reflects on the NFL’s biggest night—from the Seattle Seahawks' win to the electric halftime show. The trio’s characteristic mix of sports expertise, humor, and New York flavor is on full display, touching on media, fan culture, and even the harsh February weather.

Main Themes

• “Super Bowl Fraud”: Celebrity Fandom & Authenticity
• Halftime Show Reactions—Subjective or Pre-decided?
• The NFL Binge: From Pre-game Sports Filler to Game Analysis
• Sports, Weather, & Everyday Life in NYC
• Celebrity Culture at the Big Game

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. "Super Bowl Fraud": Celebrity Fandom Explored

Timestamps: 00:41–10:55

The Sandler & Bon Jovi Debate

• The crew kicks off with chatter about who’s a “fraud fan”—those accused of false sports allegiance, especially celebrities at sporting events.
• Adam Sandler caught flak for wearing what some thought was a Patriots hat; it was a neutral Super Bowl hat (logos of both teams).
  • “He’s a Jet fan who could go to a Super Bowl...because he wants to go to a Super Bowl.” (B, 01:10)
• Bon Jovi was scrutinized for introducing the Patriots as a known Giants fan but close friend of Pats owner Robert Kraft.
• Peter Rosenberg is adamant:
  • “To be out there literally brought them out on the field to introduce another team if they’re not your team. Fraud.” (C, 01:57)
  • The discussion gets nuanced as they debate friendship vs. fandom. “If you actually care about another team...and then you introduce another team at the Super Bowl...non-rival or rival, fraud.” (C, 04:19)

Celebrity Fandom is Different

• Don argues that for celebrities, fandom often mixes with professional and social circles.
• Alan's research reveals:
  • Bon Jovi’s been a Patriots “guy” since Parcells, and notably close with Kraft since the 90s, showing up at games before their dynasty. “He’s a Patriots guy. In his adult life.” (A, 06:50)
• The group reflects: most celebrities aren’t true diehard fans—they’re in it for business, relationships, and lifestyle perks.
• Memorable quote:
  • “It’s not that I’m like a big fraud; I don’t love it the same way I love football.” (C, 09:43, reflecting on his own changing allegiance in adulthood)
• Don: “Celebrities are a lot like politicians when it comes to sports. Whatever’s going to garner the votes.” (B, 09:13)

2. Halftime Show: Real Reactions or Pre-determined Takes?

Timestamps: 12:04–16:36

• Caller Jose starts a back-and-forth on how halftime shows (this year’s included a live wedding) are received and whether reactions are genuine or agenda-driven.
• Peter: “There are people who came in objectively who were moved.” (C, 13:48)
• Don: “If you said ‘fire’ or ‘that was one of the best performances I’ve seen,’ I believe that’s less politically motivated than...‘it’s one of the worst things I’ve ever seen.’” (B, 14:39)
• The segment closes on the empowerment message behind “She Twerks Alone,” Bad Bunny’s performance, and the idea that true negativity is usually coming from those wanting to dislike it for non-entertainment reasons.

3. The NFL Binge: Before, During, and After the Big Game

Timestamps: 17:24–46:38

Pre-Super Bowl Rituals & Filler Sports

• Discussion on how hard-core fans and guests pass time before kickoff: soccer and curling as unlikely amusements.
• Don: “Pre-games don’t do it for you...you got to find some kind of competition.” (B, 18:39)
• Shout out to U.S. mixed doubles curling team “The Corys” competing for gold.

Celebrity Culture & The Big Game

• The Super Bowl as a cultural event for people who rarely watch a regular-season NFL game—highlighted by a story about Ebro, who now announces for the NFL but hasn’t watched a full regular season game in years.
• The spectacle of over 600 private jets at the Super Bowl, underscoring the non-football motives of many attendees.
  • “How many people are there...who do not watch football?” (C, 25:57)

The “Fraud” Label Applied Elsewhere

• The group jokingly labels various celebrities as “frauds” for shifting public stances, but always caveats that jobs and opportunity often come first.

4. Super Bowl 60 Recap & Critiques

Timestamps: 29:05–35:47

Seattle Seahawks Crowned

• Seahawks beat Patriots 29-13; detailed recap with audio highlights.
• Defensive play by Uchenna Nwosu clinches the win.
  • “Seahawks defense may have done it again.” (A, 29:41)
• Play-by-play critique: Don teases the Seattle radio call for awkwardly calculating “how many years” since last win.
  • “You’ve had basically since the kickoff to know your team was winning...Don’t struggle with the years.” (B, 30:49)

MVP Discussion

• Praise for Kenneth Walker III’s patience as a runner.
• Debates about MVP choices, with Alan and Don emphasizing the value of performance under pressure.

5. Weather, NYC Life, and Sports Fandom

Timestamps: 36:00–39:51

• Tangent on NYC’s brutal February cold—a reminder of sports’ place in real-life hardship.
• Humorous diatribe about the city’s dog poop problem in snow and the civic duty to pick up after your pet.
  • “Snow is not a poop catcher...My block is covered in feces. Jail.” (C, 38:44–39:07)

6. Celebrity Gossip & Athlete Relationships

Timestamps: 41:12–44:55

• Rumor: Cardi B and Stephon Diggs broke up during the Super Bowl.
  • “Saying she left the game...broke up mid game.” (C, 41:32)
• Comparison to Klay Thompson and Meg Thee Stallion’s “nerdy meets hip hop royalty” relationship.
• Klay’s legacy as maybe the greatest catch-and-shoot shooter in NBA history.
  • “For a guy that understood my role is to be the knockdown shooter, he’s one of the best.” (A, 45:39)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Peter Rosenberg on fandom:
  “To be out there literally brought them out on the field to introduce another team if they're not your team. Fraud.” (C, 01:57)
• Alan Hahn on changing allegiances:
  “He's a Patriots guy. In his adult life.” (A, 06:50)
• Don La Greca on politicized fandom:
  “Celebrities are a lot like politicians when it comes to sports. Whatever's going to garner the votes...” (B, 09:13)
• On Bad Bunny halftime show reactions:
  “If you said 'fire' or 'that was one of the best performances I've ever seen,' I believe that's less politically motivated...” (B, 14:39)
• On New York weather:
  “You couldn't have a Super Bowl halftime performance either. The whole thing would have been in question.” (C, 36:16)
• On dog owners in the city:
  “Snow is not a poop catcher…Jail. I want to say it again. Send them right to jail.” (C, 38:44–38:59)

Segment Timestamps

• Celebrity Fandom/Fraud Discussion: 00:41–10:55
• Halftime Show Reactions: 12:04–16:36
• NFL Binge & Filler Sports: 17:24–19:51
• Super Bowl 60 Analysis: 29:05–35:47
• NYC Winter & Life Talk: 36:00–39:51
• Celebrity & Athlete Dating Scene: 41:12–44:55

Tone & Style

• Sharp, banter-heavy, and self-aware.
• Intimate New York sports radio style with playful ribbing (“Jail!”) and candid takes.
• Mixes informed sports analysis with irreverent pop culture commentary and lifestyle gripes.
• Occasional forays into tongue-in-cheek exaggeration (especially re: “fraud” labeling).

TL;DR

A classic Don, Hahn & Rosenberg hour: Sports fanaticism, celebrity culture, and New York realities collide. They expose the slippery nature of fandom in the era of celebrity access, break down the Seahawks' Super Bowl win, and celebrate the unfiltered feelings—from halftime show takes to the pain of living in icy Manhattan. If you missed it, you’ll come away with the big debates, colorful analogies, and the inside jokes that make this show beloved by its audience.