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Out of Our League
Hosted by Charles Coplin and Mike Smith · EN
Hosts and former NFL executives Charles Coplin and Mike Smith offer unique insight and perspective into the world of sports. Charles Coplin is an Emmy Award winning Producer and Programmer who has worked for four television networks, two American Sports Leagues, overseen shows with Beatles, Stones and Springsteen, and consulted with Russian media on how to create and grow sports fans. He sits at the apex of sports, entertainment and popular culture utilizing ever changing technologies to tell stories both live and on tape across multiple platforms. Mike Smith is the Founder of Huddle Advisory, an executive coaching and consulting firm that guides people to maximize their potential as Corporate Athletes. Mike founded Huddle after spending over 25 years in sports and entertainment working with the National Football League, NBC, and Deloitte. He has been repeatedly tapped to lead the most important initiatives ranging from NFL leader succession planning to Super Bowl weather planning to NBC’s acquisition of Universal.
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French Press
4d ago00:30:35Tap to summarizeOui Oui! France has taken over the sports world. Charles and Mike start with breaking news in the NFL that includes the Rams making another blockbuster trade, this time for Myles Garrett, and Russell Wilson joining CBS' pregame show. Then, both the NBA Finals & Stanley Cup Final are set, but the narratives and hype for the two series couldn’t be further apart. Plus, PSG repeats at Champions League champs, Serena Williams is coming out of retirement, and the French Open is wide open. Jason’s Wormbyte covers the UCL Final and the newly released CFP schedule, while Dr. Mike Smith has cooked up a viral hit for his moment of the week!
Transcribe →Analytically Speaking
1w ago00:41:56Tap to summarizeWhat a week it was! Charles and Mike start by recapping a fun night out celebrating their old boss & mentor, Steve Bornstein. Then they talk NBA and Stanley Cup Playoffs, where the Knicks and Avalanche are awaiting their respective championship opponents. Plus, the NBA institutes new draft rules, Greg Olsen wins the Emmy over Tom Brady, a bipartisan effort to “protect college sports” is introduced in the Senate, and much more! Plus, the Spurs survive relegation, and Jason’s Wormbyte on Hull City and Belgrano’s big victories.
Transcribe →Spur of the Moment
2w ago00:45:28Tap to summarizeIt took awhile, but the NBA & Stanley Cup Playoffs are heating up! Mike and Charles react to a pair of classic Game 1s, discuss ESPN’s coverage, and speculate about a potential dream Knicks-Spurs championship matchup. Then they turn their attention to the NFL Schedule Reveal, highlighting the increase in standalone games, which teams got put into a tough spot, and much more! Plus, after previewing Tottenham’s fight to avoid elimination, Jason’s Wormbyte covers Spygate II, while the Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week pays tribute to a two-way legend.
Transcribe →Sharp Elbows & It’s Quite Cloudy In Philadelphia
4w ago00:23:36Tap to summarizeIt’s cloudy again in Philadelphia. Charles and Mike check in on the latest from the NBA & NHL playoffs, including both Philly teams being swept, a controversial Victor Wembanyama ejection, and trouble watching games while traveling. Then the guys discuss the upcoming NFL Schedule reveal, react to the unsurprising announcement of Cowboys/Giants Week 1 on SNF, debate the 76-team NCAA Tournament field, and more! Plus, Jason’s Wormbyte features a note on golf TV coverage ahead of the PGA Championship, and Dr. Mike Smith will NOT be back in the saddle this weekend at the Preakness.
Transcribe →The Superstation, The NBA Playoffs, and Theeee Yankees Win
May 600:28:26Tap to summarizeWith the second round underway in both the NBA and NHL Playoffs, Charles and Mike discuss the ratings, the TV schedule, major injuries, and more! Then, Jason rants about the NHL Draft Lottery, MLB’s ABS evolution continues, and could Mike Tomlin be the next John Madden? Jason’s Wormbyte honors two icons that we lost this week: Ted Turner & John Sterling. Plus, The Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week recounts Mike’s not so happy appearance at the Kentucky Derby.
Transcribe →Draftapalooza
Apr 2300:44:09Tap to summarizeIt’s Draft Day! This week, Charles and Mike discuss the NFL Draft and explain why it has become such an indicator of the league’s success. Then they react to Mike Tomlin’s move to NBC, the ongoing Mike Vrabel/Dianna Russini saga, and the NFL’s meeting with the FCC. Plus, the playoffs are underway in both the NBA and NHL! Jason’s Wormbyte covers the latest from LIV, conversations around the CFP format, and a hat tip to Val Ackerman, while The Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week reveals a new documentary sure to be on everybody’s watchlist!
Transcribe →The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Apr 800:38:05Tap to summarizeCharles and Mike covered all the bases this week: The good (Michigan and UCLA winning National Championships), the bad (the Lakers losing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves), and the ugly (Geno Auriemma’s behavior after UConn’s semifinal loss). Plus, North Carolina hires Michael Malone, Fernando Mendoza will not attend the NFL Draft, and Jo Adell has a day that at least Charles will remember. Jason’s Wormbyte gets us ready for The Masters and highlights the Artemis II mission, while the Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of The Week has Mike heading back to the Kentucky Derby!
Transcribe →You Can’t Defeat The Robots!
Apr 100:40:09Tap to summarizeIs this the maddest March yet? Charles and Mike react to Braylon Mullins' instantly iconic game-winner to send UConn to the Final Four and discuss the NCAA Tournament as a whole. Then they cover all of the news out of the NFL League Meetings - Will we see replacement refs again? Would an 18-game season be too much? Should the Super Bowl always be in Las Vegas? Plus, Tiger Woods steps away from Golf after his latest car accident, the MLB season is underway with the help of some robots, and the NBA Playoffs are approaching. Jason's Wormbyte covers Gary Woodland's inspirational victory at the Houston Open, and the Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week features a sublime darts performance.
Transcribe →More March Madness
Mar 1800:33:04Tap to summarizeIt’s backwards day on Out of Our League! This week, Jason takes the reins of the show as he and Mike START with an insightful Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week, and then discuss the success of the World Baseball Classic, the start of the NCAA Tournament, the latest on NBA expansion, and much more! Then Charles, who couldn’t help but chime in a few times earlier, finally has his own segment! He reviews the latest two books that he’s read: Football by Chuck Klosterman and Every Day Is Sunday by Ken Belson.
Transcribe →Bam Bam
Mar 1200:38:43Tap to summarizeDr. Mike is under the weather this week, so Jason joins Charles as they discuss Bam Adebayo's historic yet controversial 83-point game vs the Wizards. One World Baseball Classic manager doesn't understand the format. NFL Free Agency gets no more bizarre than Maxx Crosby is a Raven and is now back to being a Raider. What's the fallout? Tua, Murray, Willis on the move - what is the best way to build an NFL team these days around your quarterback? New PGA Tour Commissioner Brian Rolapp is taking a big swing to reimagine the future of professional golf. Is there anything really new here? We conclude with the non-sequitur moment of the week...get your running shoes on.
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