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In The Loop
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In The Loop delivers smart, opinionated Houston sports talk with a sharp focus on the teams and headlines driving conversation across H-Town. Hosted by John Lopez and Reggie Adetula alongside producer Edward “Figgy Fig” Gilliard, the show brings distinct perspectives, sharp debate and authentic Houston energy to every discussion. From Texans roster moves and NFL Draft strategy to Astros playoff races, Rockets evolution and major college football storylines across Texas, the show connects national sports news directly to Houston fans. Blending real debate, informed analysis and a strong pulse on the local fanbase, In The Loop covers breaking NFL news, MLB trends, NBA developments and the evolving Houston sports landscape with clarity and conviction.
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Full Show - Friday, June 26th
Yesterday02:39:26Tap to summarizeITL reacts after the Houston Astros picked up another win behind an impressive outing from Tatsuya Imai, discussing whether Houston is beginning to build real momentum and what the team's recent stretch says about its identity. The guys then shift their attention to the Houston Texans after offensive coordinator Nick Caley sat down with Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle to discuss the offense, breaking down what his comments reveal about Houston's philosophy heading into training camp. Listeners also weigh in on the QOTD, sharing the biggest injustices in sports history. Around The NFL covers the latest headlines from across the league, including C. J. Gardner-Johnson reflecting on his Texans tenure, Caleb Williams being denied the "Iceman" trademark, and more. The crew also reacts to B-Scott's latest podcast take that the Houston Rockets still need more of everything and that LaMelo Ball would've provided exactly that, before wrapping the hour with What's Popping. Friday's show continues with a fresh edition of Would Ya Rather, Lunch-Time Confessions after Lopez accuses Figgy of having a type, and a discussion about the latest developments surrounding Major League Baseball's collective bargaining agreement. The show wraps with ITL breaking down a new Top 100 NFL Players list through a Texans lens, debating whether Houston is finally getting the national respect it deserves. Figgy's Mixtape features a woman who intentionally went looking for a shark, the Raging Italian declaring war on birds, and more bizarre stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →HR 1 – Astros Keep Rolling, Nick Caley Speaks & QOTD
Yesterday00:36:17Tap to summarizeITL reacts after the Houston Astros picked up another win behind a strong performance from Tatsuya Imai. The guys discuss what stood out from the victory, whether the Astros are continuing to build momentum, and what this latest stretch says about the identity of the club as they climb the standings. Then the focus shifts to the Houston Texans after offensive coordinator Nick Caley sat down with Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle to discuss the offense. ITL breaks down Caley's comments, what they reveal about Houston's offensive philosophy, and what Texans fans should take away heading into training camp. The hour wraps with today's QOTD: What are the biggest injustices in sports history? The guys and listeners debate the athletes, teams, and moments that never got a fair shake.
Transcribe →HR 2 – Around The NFL, B-Scott's Thoughts & What’s Popping
Yesterday00:40:15Tap to summarizeITL goes Around The NFL with the latest headlines and developments from across the league, including C. J. Gardner-Johnson reflecting on his time with the Houston Texans in an interview with The Athletic, Caleb Williams being denied the trademark for "Iceman," and other stories making waves as training camp approaches. The guys discuss what stood out from around the league and which headlines could have the biggest impact entering the season. Then it's B-Scott's Thoughts in absentia, as the crew reacts to comments Brandon Scott made on his podcast arguing the Houston Rockets still need more of everything and that LaMelo Ball would have provided exactly that. ITL debates whether B-Scott is right, if Ball would've been a fit in Houston, and what the Rockets are still missing after the NBA Draft. The hour wraps with What's Popping, featuring the biggest stories from sports and entertainment.
Transcribe →HR 3 – Would Ya Rather, Confessions & MLB Labor Questions
Yesterday00:42:55Tap to summarizeITL kicks off a Friday edition of Would Ya Rather, putting the crew through a series of tough sports hypotheticals involving the Houston Texans, Houston Rockets, Houston Astros, and some of the biggest storylines around the sports world. The guys debate which choices they'd make and why. Then it's Lunch-Time Confessions, where Lopez makes the case that Figgy has a thing for Japanese women, leading to another round of hilarious admissions and reactions from the crew. The hour wraps with an update on the current Major League Baseball collective bargaining agreement situation, as ITL discusses the latest labor developments, what they could mean for the future of the sport, and whether another work stoppage is becoming a legitimate concern.
Transcribe →HR 4 – Texans In The Top 100 & Figgy's Mixtape
Yesterday00:39:58Tap to summarizeITL reacts to a media member's Top 100 NFL Players list and breaks it down through a Houston Texans lens. The guys debate which Texans players deserve to be included, who may have been ranked too high or too low, and whether Houston is finally getting the national respect that comes with being viewed as a legitimate contender. ITL also discusses what the rankings say about the Texans' roster compared to the rest of the league. Then it's Figgy's Mixtape, featuring a woman who set out on a boat in search of a shark, the Raging Italian's latest feud with birds, and more strange and entertaining stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →Figgy's Mixtape: Sharks, Birds & Chaos
Yesterday00:14:27Tap to summarizeFiggy's Mixtape, featuring a woman who set out on a boat in search of a shark, the Raging Italian's latest feud with birds, and more strange and entertaining stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →Lunch-Time Confessions: Lopez Thinks Figgy Has A Type?
Yesterday00:09:57Tap to summarizeLopez believes he's figured out Figgy's dating preferences, and the crew reacts.
Transcribe →Friday's Would Ya Rather
Yesterday00:18:07Tap to summarizeITL debates the toughest hypothetical sports questions of the week.
Transcribe →B-Scott's Thoughts: The Rockets Need More?
Yesterday00:10:02Tap to summarizeITL reacts to Brandon Scott's take that LaMelo Ball would've given the Rockets what they're still missing.
Transcribe →C.J. Gardner-Johnson Reflects On His Texans Tenure
Yesterday00:17:07Tap to summarizeITL reacts to the latest headlines from around the league, including C.J. Gardner-Johnson's comments, Caleb Williams' trademark denial, and more.
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