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The Big Chill Podcast
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Quite possibly the first and only podcast on the internet with a couple of white guys talking about sports (and sometimes TV).
The Big Chill Podcasts covers everything - and we mean everything. From the Premier League to the NFL, and from horse racing to cricket. We watch it all so that you don’t have to. Cohosts Frank and Eddie breakdown the biggest stories from around the world of sports and are joined by guests to learn more about the lives of professional athletes, the business of sports, and the insights of journalists.
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World Cup Semifinal Preview
4d ago01:39:54Tap to summarizeFrank managed to pick up an injury during his hockey tournament in LA, but Eddie had his own personal disaster during the Norway v England quarterfinal. They look back on all of the matches from the quarterfinal stages, including France's comfortable win over Morocco, a late winner for Spain against Belgium, and extra-time wins for England and Argentina. Are Norway right to feel slightly aggrieved by decisions that went against them in the England match? And were Switzerland denied a late penalty against Argentina? We then look ahead to the semifinals, including Mbappe's remarkable World Cup record, and a heated rivalry between Argentina and England that Eddie thinks is often misunderstood. Plus, Jannick Sinner wins Wimbledon again, and Eddie has a bone to pick with Stanley Tucci, Tom Holland, and Taylor Lewan.
Transcribe →World Cup Quarterfinal Preview
1w ago01:32:26Tap to summarizeThe last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has wrapped up, as the tournament is once again shrouded in controversy. Argentina pulled off a late comeback against Egypt, but Frank and Eddie look into the theory that Messi and co are benefiting from some favorable refereeing decisions. Spain found a late winner against Portugal, but has Ronaldo truly ended his international career, and did his parting comments leave a sour taste in the mouth? Frank and Eddie look ahead to the quarterfinals, as France take on Morocco, England play Norway, Belgium play Spain, and Argentina face Switzerland. Plus, Eddie has started watching 'For all Mankind' and he's not sure that it's actually good.
Transcribe →England in a Thriller
2w ago01:40:12Tap to summarizeEngland are through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals after overcoming Mexico at the Azteca. Eddie and Frank look back at one of England's greatest ever World Cup performances, including standout efforts from Pickford, Gordon, and Bellingham. But where did things go wrong for Mexico, even after they may have benefited from some of the officiating? Elsewhere, Argentina survive a scare against Cape Verde, Portugal somehow scraped by Croatia, Paraguay tried their best to rough up France, and Haaland and Norway proved too much for Brazil. But will this World Cup be overshadowed by controversy after FIFA and Infantino further embarrassed themselves by postponing Balogun's suspension ahead of the USA's match against Brazil?
Transcribe →Belgium, Balogun, and Botched Penalties
2w ago01:55:45Tap to summarizeThe Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearly complete, and there have been some thrilling finishes to matches. Eddie thinks that England weren't quite as bad as people are making out, and feels confident ahead of their clash against Mexico at the Azteca. There were controversial refereeing decisions galore, as Balogun was sent off for the USA, England were denied a penalty, and Germany and Spain had goals chalked off for mystery fouls on a goalkeeper. But the real question is, will anyone be able to stop France? Can Belgium build on the momentum of their late comeback against Senegal? And will we see a better version of Brazil against Norway? Plus, Frank is finally watching 'From', Eddie isn't impressed with 'Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness', and Serena Williams was up to her old tricks against Maya Joint at Wimbledon.
Transcribe →World Cup Knockout Stage Preview
3w ago01:15:47Tap to summarizeThe 2026 FIFA World Cup group stages have come to a close, and Frank and Eddie look back at the top performers, the underachievers, and some of the most interesting stats. France and Argentina impressed the most, but what should the expectations be for England, Portugal, the USA, and Canada heading into the knockout stages? Plus, Eddie nearly found a loophole in the Air France booking system, Ben Stokes' main character syndrome rears its ugly head during his retirement from international cricket, Andros Townsend has some peculiar in-flight meals, and Frank shares his initial thoughts on Larry David's new TV show.
Transcribe →World Cup Round 2 Reaction
3w ago01:34:16Tap to summarizeEddie is surviving the European heatwave, but does think that people are overreacting to England's 0-0 draw with Ghana. Frank was less impressed by the officiating than he was by England, and Eddie agrees that England had a lucky escape with one or two of the decisions. Ronaldo scored twice against Uzbekistan, and Eddie believes that Frank is giving CR7 a slightly hard time when it comes to his role within the Portugal team. Plus, how much will this World Cup impact Erling Haaland's legacy? Serena Williams is back, but will she be a popular draw in the first round of Wimbledon? And is Zlatan Ibrahimovic playing a character as he stars alongside Thierry Henry on Fox Sports?
Transcribe →2026 World Cup Preview
Jun 1101:38:33Tap to summarizeOur preview and prediction ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. How will the host nations of Canada, the USA, and Mexico fare? And will England, Portugal, Spain, and France live up to expectations? We could be on course for a last Ronaldo versus Messi match-up, but can Brazil and Argentina bring further success to South America? Plus, Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States, meaning that he won't be able to referee at this World Cup. And Eddie asks what Gianni Infantino was doing sucking up to Donald Trump if it can't even guarantee entry for key officials.
Transcribe →Roland Garros and World Cup Warmups
Jun 1001:16:00Tap to summarizeAlexander Zverev won the 2026 French Open to claim his first Grand Slam title, but Eddie is disappointed that his controversies overshadowed the tournament. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearly upon us, although there are serious concerns over the quality of pitches and playing conditions in the United States. And Christian Eriksen's collapse during Denmark's recent friendly should bring a sad end to an excellent playing career. Speaking of controversies, England Cricket once again finds itself in hot water after Ben Stokes and Gut Atkinson got into a scuffle in a club in Chelsea. Frank speaks about his recent hockey tournament in Nashville, and Eddie's Fiat Topolino continues to be a target for road rage.
Transcribe →PSG: Back-to-Back
Jun 602:01:53Tap to summarizePSG put themselves into an elite group by winning back-to-back Champions Leagues, but the big takeaway for Eddie was how disappointing and defensive Arsenal were throughout the final. Myles Garrett and AJ Brown were both part of blockbuster trades in the NFL, and Frank and Eddie think that the Garrett trade might be a rare example of both sides making a good deal. Plus, a Roland Garros full of upsets is going to provide some new Grand Slam champions. Still, Eddie is getting tired of Naomi Osaka making it about everything other than tennis, but he has even stronger thoughts on Jaxson Dart's handling of his Trump backlash.
Transcribe →Tuchel's England Squad Selection
May 2901:50:39Tap to summarizeThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching, and Thomas Tuchel has finalized his England squad for the tournament. Frank and Eddie analyze some of his selections. Eddie explains that he understands that the inclusion of Henderson, Madueke, and Gordon shows that Tuchel wants a squad that fits his system, but will it work? The Premier League season wrapped up with Arsenal as champions, Manchester City slipping up again, and Spurs narrowly avoiding relegation at the expense of West Ham. Roland Garros is underway in Paris, with some of the world's top players on both the ATP and WTA tours protesting prize money, but Eddie thinks they're being tone-deaf with some of their complaints. Plus, Hull beat Middlesbrough in the Championship playoff final following the controversy of 'spygate'. The Enhanced Games failed to deliver many world records, and would you go out of your way to attend a championship parade?
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