Podcast Summary: The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Episode: Postgame Show: Robert De Niro's 6-Inch Heels (feat. JuJu Gotti)
Date: October 9, 2025
Overview
In this playful and freewheeling episode, Dan, Stugotz, and company (with a special guest appearance by JuJu Gotti) convene at the Elser Hotel in Downtown Miami to riff on sports headlines, viral oddities, shoe lifts for athletes and movie stars, and the week’s most pressing listener polls. The group also celebrates a “milestone” birthday for Mike Ryan, while peppering in characteristic irreverence and shout-outs to long-time listeners and family.
The episode is marked by rapid-fire banter about Thursday Night Football picks, the unstoppable Asia Wilson in the WNBA finals, confusion around NFL quarterback depth charts, viral photos of Robert De Niro’s platform shoes, and the latest quirky poll results from their online audience.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Thursday Thunder: NFL Prop Bets & WNBA Finals
[01:13–02:47]
- JuJu’s Picks: JuJu Gotti reveals his Thursday Night Football picks, including Theo Johnson’s receiving yards and catches, and Dallas Goedert’s receptions:
- “I'm going with the guys tonight. My brother Theo Johnson...over 28.5 yards...over 3.5 catches...Dallas Goddard...over 3.5 catches for my brother tonight. Super Bowl champion. Lock it in.” (JuJu Gotti, 01:21–01:52)
- WNBA Finals Reaction:
- The crew praises Asia Wilson’s dominance and discusses how opposing teams can’t seem to stop her.
- “There is no solution in the W just yet for Asia Wilson, especially when she's in her bag.” (JuJu Gotti, 03:27)
Mike Ryan’s Birthday & Team Sentiment
[03:59–04:36]
- Mike Ryan gets emotional reflecting on growing up on the show:
- “I was a teenager when I started on this show...I truly have grown [up] in front of our eyes.” (Mike Ryan, 04:19)
- Dan quickly shuts down the sentimentality:
- “That's enough of that.” (Dan, 04:36)
WNBA Livestreams & Show Promotions
[04:51–05:15]
- JuJu Gotti promotes upcoming live streams and recaps his work on DLS Hoops with Roz and Trista.
- “Tomorrow night after game four, probably going to be a sweep. Get your brooms out...We will be going live on Ler Show YouTube page.” (JuJu Gotti, 04:51)
NFL Quarterback Questions: The Shador Sanders Saga
[05:15–07:02]
- The group unpacks the Cleveland Browns QB depth chart and the uncertain fate of Shador Sanders.
- Mike: “No, he’s still number two. What's shocking is Joe Flacco is number one. This is nuts, right?” (Mike Ryan, 05:28)
- JuJu: “The way they've handled [Shador Sanders] is goofing up the process. There's no harm in saying, ‘yeah, he’s number two for now.’” (JuJu, 05:39)
- Mike references Shador’s decision to avoid the Ravens: “Ironically enough, he'd probably be playing right now.” (Mike, 06:01)
- The panel acknowledges Dylan Gabriel’s solid play in a tough circumstance.
- “As Shador fans...we have to be realistic. Dylan Gabriel looked amazing last Sunday...overseas that time change, family not being able to come, Dylan Gabriel stepped up and he deserves that spot.” (JuJu, 06:39)
Platform Shoes, Athlete Height, & Robert De Niro’s Footwear
[08:20–09:04]
- Dan jokingly raises the idea of NFL quarterbacks using Instagram-lifted shoes to gain height.
- “Do you think you could play an NFL game with lifts that...take you from like 5'10" to 6'3"?” (Dan, 08:20)
- JuJu worries about possible injuries:
- “That ankle sprain gonna be high...” (JuJu, 08:31)
- Dan brings up Robert De Niro’s on-set six-inch platform shoes, leading to a quick digression on Dutch clogs and Hollywood tricks:
- “There's a photo of Robert De Niro...with like six-inch heels...platform shoes that make him taller...What are the Dutch shoes called...clogs that are sort of like bricks...” (Dan, 08:40–08:58)
BREAKING NEWS: LeBron James Sued for $856
[09:04–09:35]
- JuJu interrupts with a comic “breaking news” segment:
- “LeBron James is being sued for $856.66 in a small claims court by a Lakers fan claiming he was duped by LeBron James’s ad.” (JuJu, 09:04)
Listener Poll Results
[10:06–11:32]
- JuJu shares poll results with comedic flair, covering everything from accidental middle fingers to vinyl records and typewriter hunts:
- “Are we all thicker now? I realized I weighed 235 yesterday. 94% of the audience says, yes, we are.” (JuJu, 10:10)
- “Does a record player make the music sound better? 61% of the audience says, yes, it does.” (JuJu, 10:45)
- “If I gave you two hours, could you physically go find a typewriter? 56% of the audience says, no, they cannot.” (JuJu, 11:04)
- “Do you trust the guy who doesn't do the dap hug combo correctly? 84% of the audience says, no, they don't.” (JuJu, 11:18)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- Mike Ryan on listeners supporting his growth:
- “I truly have grown [up] in front of our eyes.” [04:19]
- JuJu on Asia Wilson’s dominance:
- “There is no solution in the W just yet for Asia Wilson, especially when she's in her bag.” [03:27]
- Dan on platform shoes in sports:
- “Do you think you could play an NFL game with like those lifts...that take you from like 5'10" to 6'3"...” [08:20]
- JuJu's 'breaking news' interruption:
- “LeBron James is being sued for $856.66 in a small claims court by a Lakers fan...” [09:04]
- Audience poll punchlines:
- “Are we all thicker now? 94% of the audience says, yes, we are.” [10:10]
- “Do you trust the guy who doesn't do the dap hug combo correctly? 84% of the audience says, no, they don't.” [11:18]
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Thursday Thunder/Football Bets: 01:13–02:47
- Asia Wilson & WNBA Finals: 03:27–03:59
- Mike Ryan Birthday Reflections: 04:00–04:36
- NFL QB Depth Chart/ Shador Sanders/Dylan Gabriel: 05:15–07:02
- Athlete Height & Robert De Niro’s Shoes: 08:20–09:04
- LeBron James Lawsuit “Breaking News”: 09:04–09:35
- Listener Poll Results: 10:06–11:32
Tone and Atmosphere
The episode brims with playful, irreverent banter, inside jokes, and a strong sense of camaraderie. The hosts gleefully hop from one tangent to the next, rarely missing a comedic beat—making this quintessential “Le Batard Show” listening for fans of sports culture and absurd everyday observations alike.