Podcast Summary: The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Episode: The Big Suey: Dos at CVS
Release Date: August 11, 2025

1. Female Umpire’s Controversial Strike Call
Duration: 02:00 – 05:00

The hosts delve into the recent involvement of a female umpire in a Major League Baseball (MLB) game between the Marlins and Braves. The discussion centers around her call of a first pitch, which many viewers found contentious.

• Stugotz (02:02): "Marines and Braves. Marlins lost four out of five. They're done. They're done with Billy. I'm sorry, Marlins."
• Chris Cody (02:15): "Someone out here said, probably accurately, they did their job ... they got us to football season."

The group debates whether this event truly marks a significant breakthrough for gender barriers in baseball, comparing MLB’s progress to that of the NBA and NFL, which have had female officials for years.

• Greg Cody (04:01): "What we should not have been celebrating was MLB for quote, unquote, breaking the gender barrier. It's about time the NBA had a female referee 28 years ago. The NFL has had female referees or officials for 10 years. MLB is just catching up."

2. Umpire’s Strike Zone Standardization Debate
Duration: 05:00 – 08:00

The conversation shifts to the consistency of strike zones among umpires and the implementation of technology to assist in making more accurate calls.

• Stugotz (05:46): "Don't. It was close."
• Greg Cody (05:58): "I would expand the strike zone. If I were an umpire, I would call almost everything a strike ... swing the bat, Jack."

They critique the current system where strike zones vary by umpire and express nostalgia for the times when umpires dictated their own zones without technological aids.

3. Stugotz’s Battle with Vertigo
Duration: 08:00 – 14:00

Stugotz opens up about his struggles with vertigo, a condition that began before the COVID-19 pandemic. He describes how it affects his daily life and interactions.

• Stugotz (09:00): "I first started suffering from it. It was about … right before COVID ... five and a half years."
• Dan LeBatard (09:16): "You won't get up and find my wallet ..."

Stugotz explains the challenges of managing episodes that can severely impact his balance and mobility, sharing humorous anecdotes about navigating daily tasks despite his condition.

4. Sex Shops and Dildos in CVS
Duration: 14:00 – 26:00

A lively segment where the hosts discuss the increasing presence of sex toys, particularly dildos, in mainstream retail stores like CVS. They explore societal reactions, stigma, and the normalization of such products in everyday shopping environments.

• Greg Cody (14:10): "We did the monkey. We ... journey to a sex shop."
• Dan LeBatard (12:38): "Can I quote something that won't give anything away?"

The conversation includes humorous banter about locating these products in stores, the awkwardness of purchasing them in public aisles, and comparisons to specialized adult stores. They also touch upon recent policies in the WNBA regarding merchandise.

• Stugotz (22:12): "I will ask them which aisle are the does."

5. Movie Reviews and Discussions
Duration: 26:00 – 45:00

The hosts transition to discussing recent movie releases, focusing on the horror thriller "Weapons." They share their impressions, plot theories, and personal reactions without delving into spoilers.

• Stugotz (27:44): "The movie Weapons came out this weekend ... kids are running into the streets."
• Mike Ryan (35:36): "I gotta know why they're running out into the street at 2:17am."

They compare "Weapons" to other horror films, praising its suspense over gore and its unexpected humor elements. The discussion also branches into mentions of other movies like "Happy Gilmore" and "Inglourious Basterds," analyzing memorable opening scenes and character performances.

• Dan LeBatard (37:06): "Would it be giving anything away if you told us what you thought the children running away would be?"
• Greg Cody (43:26): "Number one, Dark Knight. Opening scene."

6. Ranking the Best Opening Scenes in Cinematic History
Duration: 41:00 – 45:00

In a light-hearted segment, the hosts rank what they consider the top five best opening scenes in film history. They cite classics from various genres, emphasizing memorable dialogues and impactful visuals.

• Mike Ryan (41:12): "Top five best opening scene, cinematic history."
• Stugotz (43:02): "It's very sad."

The list includes iconic scenes from "Raiders of the Lost Ark," "Scream," "Dark Knight," "Saving Private Ryan," and "Inglourious Basterds," with each host offering their perspectives on why these openings stand out.

• Greg Cody (44:06): "Number two, Saving Private Ryan. This was really difficult."
• Mike Ryan (44:30): "The problem with the CVS pharmacy situation is the pharmacy line ..."

Concluding Remarks

Throughout the episode, the hosts blend humor with insightful commentary, engaging listeners with their diverse perspectives on sports, societal norms, personal health, and pop culture. The dynamic interplay between Dan, Stugotz, Greg, Roy, and Mike Ryan ensures a lively and entertaining discussion that resonates with a broad audience.

Notable Quotes:

• Greg Cody (04:01): "What we should not have been celebrating was MLB for quote, unquote, breaking the gender barrier."
• Stugotz (05:46): "Don't. It was close."
• Stugotz (09:00): "I first started suffering from it. It was about … right before COVID ... five and a half years."
• Greg Cody (14:10): "We did the monkey. We ... journey to a sex shop."
• Stugotz (22:12): "I will ask them which aisle are the does."
• Mike Ryan (41:12): "Top five best opening scene, cinematic history."

These moments highlight the hosts' candidness and the engaging nature of their conversations, making the podcast both informative and entertaining for listeners.