The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz – Postgame Show: The Countdown
Release Date: December 31, 2024
Location: Elser Hotel, Downtown Miami
Hosts: Dan Le Batard, Stugotz, Greg Cody, Chris Cody, Billy Gil, Jeremy
1. Opening Banter and Technical Glitches (00:01 – 04:14)
The episode kicks off with the hosts engaging in their characteristic playful banter. Dan Le Batard humorously points out Greg Cody's mishandling of the microphone while he was "counting them in," leading to a light-hearted exchange about their preferences for countdowns versus count-ups.
- Dan Le Batard (00:42): "Greg, do you realize that while I was counting us in, you just fumbled with your microphone in a way that suggested you had no earthly idea that I was counting us in?"
This segment showcases the camaraderie and dynamic interplay among the hosts, setting a relaxed and entertaining tone for the show.
2. Choosing the Topic of Discussion (04:14 – 07:16)
Dan introduces a selection of six topics he was eager to discuss, prompting the hosts to choose one for the episode. The options included:
- Jason Kelce’s Hygiene Practices: Specifically, his choice not to wash his feet.
- The Savannah Bananas Selling Out at Fenway Park: Highlighting the resurgence of minor league baseball through innovative approaches.
- JLo Cancelling Her Tour: Speculation and discussion around Jennifer Lopez’s sudden cancellation.
- Johnny Manziel’s Autograph Sessions & Texas Recruits’ Lamborghini Displays
- Eddie Hall's Octagon Fight: The world's strongest man taking on two opponents simultaneously in MMA highlights.
After deliberation, the hosts unanimously decide to delve into Jason Kelce’s Foot Hygiene, sparked by a revelation from Kiki Hernandez’s Wired for Sound segment.
- Dan Le Batard (05:26): "Jason Kelsey says that he does not wash his feet. And this is something all over, culturally, all over. People are looking at Jason Kelsey and they are questioning the hygiene of white people because of this."
3. Deep Dive into Jason Kelce’s Hygiene (07:16 – 10:55)
The conversation rapidly intensifies as the hosts express their opinions on the matter. Chris Cody defends Kelce’s hygiene practices, emphasizing his athletic routine and the practicality behind his choices.
- Chris Cody (07:32): "If I saw that guy at the beach, I'd go, have a salad, will you? But yet here he is, the world's strongest man."
Dan Le Batard takes a more critical stance, questioning the hygiene standards of an offensive lineman and mocking the notion of not washing one’s feet.
- Dan Le Batard (08:00): "Let me explain to you, Jeremy, how disgusting all of this is that so many people do not know how to clean themselves."
Jeremy adds nuance to the discussion by explaining personalized hygiene routines based on daily activities, suggesting that not everyone requires the same level of thoroughness in their cleaning habits.
- Jeremy (08:19): "If I'm dirty, if I like, I just played golf and my ankles are, like, dirty, I will. But like, on a normal shower, if there's no dirt down there, yeah, I just let the water."
The debate becomes a blend of humor and genuine concern for personal hygiene, with the hosts playfully jabbing at each other while dissecting Kelce’s practices.
- Billy Gil (10:33): "Yeah, you have to, you know, you keep the gooch clean."
Dan wraps up the segment by emphasizing the importance of hygiene and teasing the hosts about their own practices, ensuring the conversation remains both informative and entertaining.
- Dan Le Batard (10:33): "Do me a favor, please. Put it on the poll Juju at the Lebatard show. Have you gone 10 years without touching your toes in the shower? And also the episode description on this must have the phrase and the crack of your ass."
Notable Quotes with Timestamps
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Dan Le Batard (00:42): "Greg, do you realize that while I was counting us in, you just fumbled with your microphone in a way that suggested you had no earthly idea that I was counting us in?"
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Chris Cody (07:32): "If I saw that guy at the beach, I'd go, have a salad, will you? But yet here he is, the world's strongest man."
[07:32] -
Dan Le Batard (08:00): "Let me explain to you, Jeremy, how disgusting all of this is that so many people do not know how to clean themselves."
[08:00] -
Jeremy (08:19): "If I'm dirty, if I like, I just played golf and my ankles are, like, dirty, I will. But like, on a normal shower, if there's no dirt down there, yeah, I just let the water."
[08:19] -
Billy Gil (10:33): "Yeah, you have to, you know, you keep the gooch clean."
[10:33] -
Dan Le Batard (10:33): "Do me a favor, please. Put it on the poll Juju at the Lebatard show. Have you gone 10 years without touching your toes in the shower? And also the episode description on this must have the phrase and the crack of your ass."
[10:33]
Conclusion
The episode "Postgame Show: The Countdown" provides listeners with a blend of humor, sports commentary, and personal anecdotes. While the initial minutes set the stage with light-hearted interactions, the discussion swiftly moves into more substantial topics, reflecting the hosts' ability to balance entertainment with genuine dialogue. The focus on Jason Kelce’s hygiene practices serves as a springboard for broader conversations about personal routines and societal expectations, all delivered with the signature wit and banter that fans of The Dan Le Batard Show have come to expect.
Note: This summary captures key moments and themes from the transcript provided, omitting advertisements, intros, and outros to focus solely on the content-rich sections of the episode.