Podcast Summary: The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Episode: Postgame Show: The Germ-Off (feat. JuJu Gotti & David Samson)
Release Date: March 27, 2025
Introduction
In this episode of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz, recorded from the Elser Hotel in Downtown Miami, hosts Dan Le Batard and Stugotz, alongside guests JuJu Gotti and David Samson, delve into a lively discussion centered around sports predictions and a spirited "Germ-Off" competition. The episode is a blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and competitive banter, providing listeners with an entertaining mix of sports insights and lighthearted challenges.
Thursday Thunder: Sports Predictions with JuJu Gotti
Timestamp: [00:54] – [03:01]
The segment kicks off with JuJu Gotti presenting his "Thursday Thunder," a sports prediction segment sponsored by DraftKings. JuJu enthusiastically shares his predictions for various college basketball games, focusing on standout players and key matchups. His confident demeanor and playful jabs set the tone for a competitive yet friendly atmosphere.
Notable Highlights:
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SEC Champion Walter Clayton Jr.: JuJu predicts Clayton will score over 15 points in a pivotal game, emphasizing his role as the "brightest star" on the team.
"For over 15 points tonight. It's a big game and he gonna need him some stars gonna have to come out and shine..."
— JuJu Gotti [00:57] -
Trayvon Brazil (Calipari): JuJu confidently forecasts that Trayvon will dominate with seven rebounds, asserting his prowess on the court.
"Trayvon would dunk on you right where he stands. But I'm going with his rebounds tonight. Seven rebounds, of course, for my dog tonight."
— JuJu Gotti [01:16] -
Additional Picks: JuJu continues with predictions for Trey Kaufman Wren of Purdue Boilermakers, UCLA vs. Ole Miss, and Notre Dame, among others, showcasing his deep engagement with the South Florida sports scene.
"Notre Dame is going to slay them and drag them over. 6.5 points. You feel me? At the end of that game for sure."
— JuJu Gotti [03:01]
Throughout the segment, JuJu's charismatic energy and confident predictions engage listeners, setting the stage for the ensuing "Germ-Off."
The Germ-Off: A Battle of Cleanliness and Disgust
Timestamp: [04:22] – [24:19]
The core of the episode features "The Germ-Off," a unique and humorous competition between JuJu Gotti and David Samson to determine who is the ultimate germaphobe. The host introduces the segment, emphasizing the need for honesty and transparency as participants rate various germ-related scenarios on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 representing extreme disgust.
Airplane Bathrooms
[04:22] – [06:02]
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Juju's Stance: JuJu assigns a score of 11 (exceeding the scale) to using airplane bathrooms, declaring, "I would never touch the handle on a bathroom door on the airplane. I'm disgusted. 10 is most disgusted. I'm disgusted. 11."
— JuJu Gotti [05:16] -
David's Reaction: David concurs, rating it a 7.5, explaining his meticulous approach to using airplane bathrooms without touching surfaces.
"I only have them at about a 7.5... based on sickness."
— David Samson [05:56] -
Personal Experiences: JuJu reveals he has never used an airplane bathroom, while David shares his extensive travel history yet maintains his aversion.
Water Parks
[07:03] – [08:53]
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David's Perspective: Assigns water parks a score of 6.9, sharing his negative experiences and subsequent decision to avoid them entirely.
"I've never been to a water park and I will never go again."
— David Samson [08:01] -
Juju's Take: JuJu avoids water parks due to concerns about hygiene, particularly children's use of the pools. He emphasizes his reluctance to touch water and uses his own towel for safety.
"I'll sit by and I don't even. I'm not touching the water because kids go pee pee and TT in those pools all day long. No, thank you."
— JuJu Gotti [07:44]
Hotel Baths and Showers
[08:53] – [09:35]
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Juju's Verdict: Rates using hotel bathtubs as 10, citing fears of scabies and other infections.
"That's the most disgusting thing in the world. Do you want scabies? Do you want the hepatitis B vaccine? No, thank you."
— JuJu Gotti [09:07] -
David Aligns: Matches JuJu's rating of 10, elaborating on his rigorous methods to avoid contact with hotel surfaces, including using towels extensively.
"I have been as you in hundreds of hotels thousands of nights... and I am at zero and will die at zero."
— David Samson [09:20]
Picking Noses and Sharing Food
[09:35] – [11:35]
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Nose Picking:
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Juju: Carefully avoids touching his nose directly, using tissues and sanitizing hands before and after.
"I gotta wash my hands 100% of the time first... I won't actually touch my nose with."
— JuJu Gotti [09:38] -
David: Approaches it with practicality, avoiding it if there's a risk of injury and using sanitizer consistently.
"If there's any risk of a bleeder, I won't put the finger up there... it requires, obviously, sanitizer, both pre and post."
— David Samson [09:53]
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Sharing Food:
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Juju: Strictly never sips from others' water bottles or allows others to feed him, maintaining personal hygiene rigorously.
"0 ever in my entire life... I don't trust people's. No, never."
— JuJu Gotti [10:17] -
David: Only shares in extreme situations, such as survival scenarios, reluctantly complying if necessary.
"I would not prefer to do that, but I would not die to not do it."
— David Samson [10:37]
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Showering and Personal Hygiene
[11:35] – [12:07]
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Both Participants: Agree vehemently against showering after long days without washing, rating it as a serious hygiene lapse.
"I am never."
— David Samson [11:41]"Not one time. I don't even sit on my couch without taking off my outside pants."
— JuJu Gotti [11:44]
Outdoor Showers and Bowling Shoes
[12:07] – [16:10]
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Outdoor Showers:
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Juju: Avoids outdoor water sources, primarily due to his daughter’s inability to swim, ensuring he never needs to use such showers.
"I'm never really in lakes or ponds or beach water to even require that shower."
— JuJu Gotti [13:20] -
David: Utilizes outdoor showers strictly for cleaning sand and dirt before entering his personal space, rating it low on the disgust scale.
"I would use that to get rid of any sort of dirt, sand or anything just to get me to the shower."
— David Samson [13:32]
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Bowling Shoes:
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Juju: Has never worn bowling shoes, avoiding activities that require dirty footwear.
"No, I never worn bowling shoes... I'm not even playing those games."
*— JuJu Gotti [15:49] -
David: Shares his past experiences with bowling shoes but maintains strict personal hygiene practices to avoid contamination.
"I would do the wiping and the spraying at the bowling alley, not let the guy for two bucks an hour who's smoking a dude do it."
— David Samson [15:22]
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Orgy Scenario: The Final Showdown
[16:10] – [24:19]
The segment culminates with the most controversial and humorous scenario: involvement in an orgy.
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Juju's Position: Refuses categorically, highlighting his personal boundaries and relationship commitments.
"I would never be in an orgy, not even with the hottest of women."
— JuJu Gotti [16:28] -
David's Viewpoint: Remains open to the possibility in extreme circumstances but maintains his hygiene standards would prevent participation.
"I am happy to do a post shower, maybe a pre shower, whatever it takes."
— David Samson [16:24]
Ultimately, the competition concludes with JuJu being declared the superior germaphobe, as David admits to having participated in similar scenarios.
"Sampson's the loser. Juju is the winner. He is the best of all the germaphobes."
— Matthew Coca [24:19]
Conclusion
This episode of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz offers a humorous and engaging exploration of personal hygiene through the "Germ-Off" challenge between JuJu Gotti and David Samson. Their candid discussions, combined with playful competition and sports insights, provide listeners with both entertainment and relatable content. The blend of sports predictions and personal anecdotes underscores the show's unique ability to mix diverse topics seamlessly, making it a must-listen for fans of original sports and pop-culture commentary.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps
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Juju Gotti on Airplane Bathrooms:
"I would never touch the handle on a bathroom door on the airplane. I'm disgusted. 10 is most disgusted. I'm disgusted. 11."
[05:16] -
David Samson on Water Parks:
"I've never been to a water park and I will never go again."
[08:01] -
Juju Gotti on Sharing Food:
"0 ever in my entire life... I don't trust people's. No, never."
[10:17] -
Final Declaration of Winner:
"Sampson's the loser. Juju is the winner. He is the best of all the germaphobes."
[24:19]
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