The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz Episode: Hour 2: Mark Needs a Vacation
Release Date: March 3, 2025

1. Stugotz Sells His Car to Carvana

Timestamp: [00:13] – [00:36]

Stugotz shares his recent experience selling his car, highlighting the convenience of using Carvana over traditional selling methods.

• Dan LeBatard: "Hey, you sold that car yet?" [00:13]
• Stugotz: "Yeah, sold it to Carvana." [00:15]
• Mike Ryan: "Carvana gave me an offer in minutes, picked it up and paid me on the spot. It was so convenient." [00:26]
• Dan LeBatard: "No hassle?" [00:33]
• Stugotz: "Hassle for convenience. Pickup fees may apply." [00:38]

Insight: The hosts discuss the streamlined process Carvana offers, contrasting it with less straightforward options like dealing with individual buyers.

2. Tony’s Side Gig Announcement

Timestamp: [02:02] – [03:28]

Tony teases a new job opportunity, causing some confusion and playful tension among the hosts.

• Mike Ryan: "I had a very awkward interaction with Tony before the show where he sort of delighted in starting to tell me that he has applied for a new job." [02:07]
• Stugotz: "From here, but it's something that's very exciting and something that I hope somebody in here can help me with." [02:26 – 02:31]
• Mike Ryan: "It's inarguable that Mike Ryan should have been choked out John Cena style during the last hour." [02:23 – 03:10]

Insight: The segment combines humor with genuine curiosity about Tony’s new endeavor, setting the stage for further discussions.

3. Discussion on Sports Broadcasting with Billy Gill

Timestamp: [03:44] – [07:04]

Billy Gill joins the show to talk about FIU baseball and compare his broadcasting style with Solana's, leading to a humorous exchange about analytical versus entertainment-focused commentary.

• Billy Gill: "FIU taking on the Hurricanes at Lone Depot Park." [04:16]
• Stugotz: "Who do you like more, me or him?" [05:47]
• Billy Gill: "Solana, obviously, wanting to bring a very analytical approach to the game... whereas you and I bring more entertainment." [05:48 – 06:14]
• Stugotz: "I promise you that for the next game, I'm bringing you nothing but analytics." [06:14]

Insight: The conversation highlights the different approaches in sports broadcasting, emphasizing the blend of analytics and entertainment.

4. Stugotz on Name-Brand vs. Generic Medicine

Timestamp: [15:00] – [19:20]

Stugotz delves into his preference for generic medicines over name-brand ones, sparking a debate on effectiveness and cost.

• Stugotz: "I'd rather with $5 in my pocket than giving you an extra $5." [17:08]
• Mike Ryan: "People seem sicker. Yes or no at Lebitard show." [16:30 – 16:38]
• Stugotz: "Liquid gels ruin that before you could just cut a pill in half." [17:34 – 18:10]
• Tony: "Traditional tablets or capsules need to break down before the body can absorb the medication." [18:58 – 19:07]

Insight: The hosts examine the practicality and pricing of generic versus name-brand medicines, questioning marketing tactics and actual benefits.

5. Greg Cody’s Podcast 5th Anniversary Celebration

Timestamp: [25:03] – [29:20]

Greg Cody discusses the fifth anniversary of his podcast, revealing a countdown of the top 100 greatest guests and touching on the controversies surrounding the rankings.

• Greg Cody: "Our first show ever was March 2, 2020... revealing the top 100 countdown of all time, greatest guests." [25:38]
• Mike Ryan: "Greg Cody show featuring Greg Cody. It's getting more and more popular with the legend and hall of Famer Greg Cody." [25:28]
• Greg Cody: "We did go from 100 to number one... omitted Uncle Schmick." [28:26 – 28:33]
• Mike Ryan: "You have to give the people something... Give us the embarrassing omission." [28:41 – 28:44]
• Greg Cody: "Uncle Schmick didn't make it." [28:52]

Insight: The segment underscores the challenges in ranking guests and managing audience expectations, with playful jabs about the omissions.

6. Upcoming Event on April 13

Timestamp: [31:00] – [40:09]

Mike Ryan introduces an upcoming event scheduled for April 13, leading to confusion and speculation about its nature and potential conflicts with the NFL draft.

• Mike Ryan: "Save April 13 as the date if you want... my father is coming out of retirement and he is going to be a part of something that remains a mystery till now." [31:00 – 32:14]
• Greg Cody: "Isn't that the date of the NFL draft?" [32:14 – 32:16]
• Mike Ryan: "I want to be introduced as from the Gulf of America." [37:10 – 37:27]

Insight: The hosts build anticipation for the event, blending humor with intrigue, while also navigating logistical concerns.

7. Sports Talk: Miami Heat vs. New York Knicks

Timestamp: [29:38] – [31:00]

The hosts analyze the recent Miami Heat game against the Knicks, focusing on player performances and team dynamics.

• Mike Ryan: "They can't score late... architect that makes it." [29:21 – 29:26]
• Dan LeBatard: "How does it feel knowing Taylor was at the Knicks Heat game last night in Miami chanting MVP at Jalen Brunson." [29:38]
• Mike Ryan: "The New York Knicks came into town and won for the eighth time in 10 games against the Miami Heat." [29:45 – 29:54]
• Stugotz: "Have you ever heard a nick crowd louder than this in Miami?" [30:07 – 30:13]

Insight: The discussion highlights the competitiveness between the Heat and Knicks, scrutinizing coaching strategies and player performance under pressure.

8. Panthers Game Parking and Ticket Issues

Timestamp: [40:06] – [41:16]

Mike Ryan and the hosts debate the ethics and logistics of charging $37 for Panthers game tickets, including parking dilemmas and customer experiences.

• Mike Ryan: "We're going to have to pay $37 to not be able to eat with me." [40:02 – 40:07]
• Tony: "They are boisterous tonight... fetch you some smokes legs." [34:02 – 35:16]
• Stugotz: "Someone's cat... I have all of the Mucinex's at home." [35:25 – 35:58]
• Mike Ryan: "They’re making me drive all the way up there to charge our employees $150 to not be able to eat with me." [40:06 – 40:08]

Insight: The conversation critiques the Panthers' pricing strategy, questioning the value proposition for fans and the fairness of added fees.

Notable Quotes

• Stugotz on Convenience: "Hassle for convenience. Pickup fees may apply." [00:38]
• Mike Ryan on Broadcasting Styles: "It needs something... it needed some production, it needed some help." [11:49]
• Stugotz on Medicine Choices: "I'd rather be sick with $5, then give you an extra $5." [17:08]
• Greg Cody on Podcast Ranking: "Uncle Schmick didn't make it." [28:52]
• Mike Ryan on Ticket Ethics: "They’re making me drive all the way up there to charge our employees $150 to not be able to eat with me." [40:06]

Concluding Remarks

Throughout the episode, Dan Le Batard, Stugotz, and their co-hosts navigate a mix of personal anecdotes, humorous exchanges, and insightful discussions on sports broadcasting, event planning, and consumer choices. The dynamic interactions and candid conversations provide listeners with both entertainment and thoughtful commentary on various topics.