Summary of "Postgame Show: Let's Get Toasty"
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Release Date: March 18, 2025

Introduction

In the "Postgame Show: Let's Get Toasty" episode of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz, hosts Dan Le Batard, Stugotz, Greg, and Woody gather at the Elser Hotel in Downtown Miami to delve into the heated excitement of March Madness. The episode, laced with humor and camaraderie, focuses on the intricacies of filling out NCAA brackets, team performances, and the intertwining of sports fandom with personal sentiments.

Toasted Bracket Update

Host 2 kicks off the segment with enthusiasm about the "toasted bracket," a playful nod to their sponsored segment by Jimmy John's. As he dons a sweater, he humorously comments on the room's temperature:
"How warm is it in here? It's a little too warm. I'm in a sweater. Probably shouldn't have worn a sweater for this toasted segment." [00:54]

The hosts exchange light-hearted banter about their attire, setting a relaxed and jovial tone for the discussion on bracket strategies.

Bracket Fill Details

Host 2 shares his success in the bracket challenge, boasting about having "two one seeds" and 21 seeds in his final four:
"And I have two one seeds. Let's go around the room because everyone's afraid of chalk." [01:07]

Greg responds by revealing his bold picks, including 31 seeds, and highlights Ryan Cockbrenner, a standout player from Creighton:
"Creighton is a nine seed. So they would play Auburn in the second round. Creighton has a seven foot one center named Ryan Cockbrenner... Patrick Ewing is the other player to have done that four times." [01:32]

Host 2 praises Cockbrenner, emphasizing his defensive prowess:
"Love him." [02:48]

Greg contemplates Creighton's potential upset over Auburn, suggesting their strong defense could disrupt higher-seeded teams:
"Creighton making a fun little run as a nine seed is where if you want to get kooky and knock off a one seat in the second round might be the way to do it." [01:32]

Host Strategies and Predictions

Woody admits he hasn't filled out his bracket yet but considers doing so after the initial games begin:
"I haven't filled out a bracket yet... I will fill out a bracket." [02:38]

Host 1 shares his approach to bracket selection, focusing on the women's bracket with a mix of chalk and strategic upsets:
"I have filled out my women's bracket. It's very chalky, except for Yukon upsetting USC in the lower left quadrant." [03:08]

The hosts discuss the allure of picking underdogs and the thrill of rooting against rival teams, adding depth to their bracket strategies.

The Psychology of Fandom

A significant portion of the discussion revolves around the emotional dynamics of sports fandom. Host 1 introduces the concept of a "haters bracket," where he roots for the downfall of teams he dislikes:
"I kind of sometimes will just make a haters bracket and just root for the downfall of all of my haters." [03:56]

Host 3 elaborates on this sentiment, indicating that his current sports loyalty is more about opposing teams than supporting his favorites:
"My sports fandom is largely driven by hate." [04:30]

The conversation highlights how personal emotions and rivalries influence bracket choices and overall engagement with the sports season.

Notable Quotes and Moments

• Host 2 humorously remarks on the confusing terminology of his attire:
  "Woody: I am wearing a zip line or whatever you call these... Host 2: It's a quarter zip." [02:27]

• Woody shares his unconventional bracket predictions, including 16 seeds defeating 1 seeds and the Dodgers finishing the season with a 162-0 record:
  "I got all the 16s beating all the ones. I don't know if I'm alone on that, but it's just a hunch." [03:46]

• Host 3 reflects on the impact of a friend's team, Ethan Badowski's Gators, on his bracket decisions:
  "Ethan Badowski's Gators." [05:18]

• The hosts collectively pinpoint the Miami Hurricanes as their primary rival, adding a personal edge to their bracket rivalry:
  "Miami Hurricanes." [05:30]

Sponsorship and Interludes

While the episode is primarily focused on bracket discussions, there are brief sponsored segments, notably by Jimmy John's and Allstate. The Allstate ad at the beginning is acknowledged but not elaborated upon, as the hosts quickly transition into their main content. The sponsorships add a commercial layer without detracting from the episode's core discussions.

Conclusion

"Let's Get Toasty" offers an engaging blend of sports analysis, personal anecdotes, and playful interactions among the hosts. The episode captures the essence of March Madness, emphasizing both strategic bracket selections and the emotional rollercoaster of sports fandom. By intertwining humor with insightful commentary, Dan Le Batard and Stugotz provide listeners with a comprehensive and entertaining postgame show experience.

Notable Timestamped Quotes:

• "Love him." – Host 2 on Ryan Cockbrenner [02:48]
• "I haven't filled out a bracket yet... I will fill out a bracket." – Woody [02:38]
• "I kind of sometimes will just make a haters bracket and just root for the downfall of all of my haters." – Host 1 [03:56]
• "My sports fandom is largely driven by hate." – Host 3 [04:30]
• "I got all the 16s beating all the ones. I don't know if I'm alone on that, but it's just a hunch." – Woody [03:46]
• "Miami Hurricanes." – Greg [05:30]

These moments encapsulate the hosts' strategies, preferences, and the playful rivalry that defines their March Madness experience.