Podcast Summary: The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz Episode: The Big Suey: Billy's Pink Sand Paper Pastelitos
Release Date: June 3, 2025

Overview

In this episode of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz, hosts Dan Le Batard and Stugotz, along with guests Billy Gil, Chris Cote, Amin Elhassan, and Tony, delve into an engaging mix of office antics, culinary critiques, and weekend sports observations. Central to the episode is the dramatic saga of Billy's homemade pastelitos, which have sparked a humorous yet heated debate among coworkers. The conversation seamlessly transitions into broader discussions about sports figures, team performances, and behind-the-scenes insights, all delivered with the show’s signature humor and camaraderie.

Main Segment: Billy's Pink Sand Paper Pastelitos

The episode kicks off with a lively discussion about Billy Gil's recent gesture of bringing pastelitos to the office. What was intended as a friendly act quickly becomes the centerpiece of office drama as the pastries prove to be unpalatable.

• Billy’s Frustration:
  Billy expresses his disappointment, lamenting, “I’m never doing anything nice for this office again” (07:40 ).

• Harsh Critiques:
  The hosts humorously degrade the pastelitos, with Dan remarking, “Those things are like eating sandpaper” (11:42), and Stugotz adding, “Delicious sandpaper from the finest beach” (11:49).

• Discussion on Quality:
  The conversation delves into what makes a good pastelito, debating the necessity of cheese and the impact of storage on freshness. Tony suggests, “The flakiness of the pastelito dough needs to be extremely soft” (12:05), while Amin defends cheese, stating, “Cheese makes everything better” (12:24).

• Billy’s Ultimatum:
  Frustrated by the reception, Billy warns, “If my kindness is going to be rewarded with not eating my kindness, then we may start experimenting with how far I can start pushing things here” (07:24).

• Final Attempts:
  The hosts attempt to taste the pastelitos, leading to more comedic exchanges. Dan emphasizes the need for comfort food with, “If good food is available, money is never a problem” (10:00).

Weekend Observations

Transitioning from office culinary disasters, the show moves to their regular Weekend Observations segment, where the hosts cover a range of sports topics with their characteristic wit.

• Knicks’ Performance:
  Stugotz expresses cautious optimism about the Knicks’ playoff prospects, saying, “I haven't seen this hope for a Knicks team in 25 years” (28:58), while also critiquing their ability to contend beyond beating specific rivals.

• Reggie Miller’s Career:
  The hosts share mixed feelings about Reggie Miller’s transition to NBC, with Stugotz declaring, “I'm done with Reggie” (29:27), and Dan highlighting the value of having a sports villain.

• Player Critiques and Praise:
  Discussions include sarcastic comments about players like Carl Anthony Towns, with Stugotz labeling him a “loser” (21:46), and praise for Mike Trout’s postseason efforts (27:28).

• Podcast Revival:
  Stugotz announces the revival of the “Stupodity” podcast feed, humorously comparing its resurgence to a ship resurfacing from the depths: “It never died” (19:42).

Additional Discussions

Beyond the main topics, the episode features a variety of light-hearted banter and topical humor:

• Cultural Impressions:
  The hosts touch on Amin’s unique cultural experiences, such as enjoying flan for breakfast, which sparks a playful debate on culinary preferences.

• Celebrity and Sports Insights:
  From humorous takes on Josh Allen’s playoff performance to speculative talks about Elon Musk’s supposed antics at the White House, the conversation remains lively and often irreverent.

• Listener Engagement:
  The hosts encourage audience interaction, particularly around the revived “Stupodity” podcast, urging listeners to “Comment. Subscribe. Unsubscribe. Resubscribe” to boost its popularity (19:48).

Notable Quotes

• Dan Le Batard on Pastelitos:
  “If good food is available, money is never a problem. I have never seen anything in our history just not consumed in any way” (10:00).

• Stugotz on Reggie Miller:
  “I'm done with Reggie. Loser. NBA on TNT” (29:27, 30:22).

• Billy Gil’s Ultimatum:
  “I view this as an act of war by everyone” (07:24).

• Tony on Podcast Revival:
  “Make no mistake about it, the Stupodity podcast feed is still alive and back” (18:40, 19:26).

Conclusion

This episode of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz masterfully balances office humor with insightful sports commentary, anchored by the comedic central plot of Billy’s ill-fated pastelitos. The hosts’ dynamic interactions and sharp wit provide both entertainment and relatable content for their audience, making it a memorable installment in the series.