The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

Episode: The Big Suey: The Devil Knows More (feat. Tom Segura)
Date: January 15, 2026
Main Guests: Tom Segura (Comedian, Author, Podcaster)
Setting: Live from the Elser Hotel, Downtown Miami

Episode Overview

This episode delivers the usual Dan Le Batard Show blend: rapid-fire irreverence, mock-therapy and introspection about Miami fandom, college football mania, and a vibrant comedy detour with Tom Segura. Broadcasting from their Miami hub, the crew dives deep into the local-versus-national perception of Miami sports, the communal and familial complexities of rooting for the Hurricanes, and what it means to be embraced or rejected by your city. Tom Segura adds layers with comedic insights, stories about running into NFL legends, and a hilarious Spanish-idioms game.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Miami Hurricanes Fandom and Identity Crisis

• Mike Ryan’s Miami Problem: The crew pokes at Mike Ryan, challenging his “Indifference” and lack of homerism for the Miami Hurricanes ahead of a monumental game against Indiana.

  • Peer Pressure on Mike Ryan (08:06–13:00, 16:42–18:32): Stugotz and Dan urge Mike to "put on for your city" and embrace being a local sports homer, paralleling his support for the Miami Heat.
    • "You need to be that guy again for this town." – Stugotz (11:40)
  • The Emotional Toll: Mike Ryan reflects on the emotional and financial investments and the shifting nature of the fan base's expectations. The burden of being at the center of Miami sports coverage is explored.

• Familial and Cultural Ties:

  • Stugotz tells a story about his dad wanting tickets only for the "scene," not genuine fandom, as Miami's Cuban community gets swept up in the Fernando Mendoza storyline.
    • "The Mendoza thing has gotten the older Cubans crazy. They love this guy more than they love their own town." – Stugotz (06:52)

2. The Indiana Cinderella Narrative and America's Team

• Indiana as Underdog:

  • Tom Segura highlights the unprecedented nature of Indiana's run to the national championship, calling them "the craziest Cinderella story we've ever seen" (24:34–26:29).
    • "Indiana is not supposed to be in the national championship game in football. This is the craziest thing I’ve seen." – Tom Segura (25:29)

• Perception of Miami Outside Miami:

  • The group discusses national animosity toward Miami, challenging Rich Eisen’s claim that “Miami is America’s Team.”
    • "Most people. Most people hate you guys." – Tom Segura (26:10)

• Miami's Swag, Cultural Bias, and Racism in Sports:

  • Dan and Tom discuss how historical and cultural perceptions (including racism) shape how the nation sees Miami football.
    • "There’s a lot of white people that are still hanging on to, like, ‘Oh, just enter our country the right way.’ And you should get shot if you don’t... They associate that with Miami." – Tom Segura (28:22)

3. Tom Segura on Comedy, Fame, and Humiliation

• Navigating Fame and Social Media (40:45–42:26):

  • Tom reflects on his and his peers’ massive growth, the dangers of reading too much praise or criticism online, and staying healthy minded as a performer.
    • "You realize you really shouldn’t be digesting either side of it too much." – Tom Segura

• Humbling NFL Injury Story (31:48–34:53):

  • Tom describes being “roasted” by NFL pros for sharing a high school football injury story at dinner.
    • "My brain was like, I think you just, you’re about to get lit up by these guys... And they’re like, ‘how’d you get injured? Were you like falling down the stairs?’" – Tom Segura (33:20)

• Garth Brooks Grudge Rumor (38:42–40:08):

  • A bizarre tale: Garth Brooks reportedly has a video of Tom’s injury and refers to it as “karma,” a result of a long-running internet joke at Garth’s expense.
    • "He sometimes looks at the video of me tearing my patellar tendon...and goes, 'karma, karma right here.'" – Tom Segura (39:26)

4. Miami Sports Community Dynamics

• The “Everyone Hates Miami” Narrative:
  • The crew leans into being the “bad guys," noting Miami is happiest when playing the heel:
    • "You embrace the fact usually people hate you." – Tom Segura (26:19)
    • "The entire world is against Miami? How did I not know this?" – Dan Le Batard (26:52)
• Mascot is a Hall of Famer:
  • Celebration of Michael Irvin as Miami’s ultimate “mascot” — a symbol of the program’s unique identity.
    • "Miami is the only team in the history of college football that has as its mascot an NFL Hall of Famer." – Mike Ryan (29:44)

5. Tom Segura’s Relationship to Miami and Language

• Peruvian Roots and Family Podcast:

  • Tom discusses hosting a podcast with his mother, a “crazy Latin mother," highlighting the humor (and challenges) of sharing authentic Latin family dynamics on air (42:41–44:39).
    • "She’s the most difficult human being I’ve ever met in my entire life... She is funny. She is an exaggerator. She’s dramatic. She’s Latina, you know, so she is who she is." – Tom Segura

• Spanish Idioms Game:

  • The team plays “Refrán del Día” (“Idiom of the Day”)—Tony challenges Tom with “Más sabe el diablo por viejo que por diablo” (“The devil knows more because he’s old than because he’s the devil”).
    • "The devil knows more for being old than for being the devil." – Tom Segura nails it instantly (46:35)
  • Debate ensues as Dan and Mike struggle to grasp the idiom’s nuance while Tom and Tony defend its use.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Mike Ryan’s inner conflict:
  • "I don't think I have it in me. Oh, I think it's too big an ask." – Mike Ryan (18:29)
• Stugotz on Miami fandom:
  • "You put on for your city. And you don’t mind being called a homer because you’re like, you're goddamn right." (10:41)
• Tom Segura on Indiana’s run:
  • "This is the craziest Cinderella story we’ve ever seen." (25:29)
• On the world rooting against Miami:
  • "Most people hate you guys. Most people, yes." – Tom Segura (25:57)
• On Michael Irvin’s energy:
  • "He’s like, I’m built different... That guy is—there’s no ‘no’ in him." – Tom Segura (29:11)
• On multi-cultural idioms:
  • "The devil knows more for being old than for being the devil." – Tom Segura (46:35)
  • "That’s a phrase that's said to somebody who's older… he's been around longer.” – Tony (47:10)

Noteworthy Segments with Timestamps

• Fernando Mendoza’s "weakness": Lactose intolerance joke and how this could be game-altering (01:53–02:33)
• Stugotz's Dad and the generational Cuban fan experience: (05:15–07:15)
• Pressuring Mike Ryan to embrace Miami homerism: (08:06–13:00, 16:42–18:32)
• Tom Segura joins and contextualizes the Indiana Cinderella story: (22:43–26:56)
• Perceptions of Miami, racism, and rooting narratives: (26:10–28:46)
• Michael Irvin stories and his “mascot” role: (28:49–30:16)
• Tom Segura’s comedy career—navigating fame and family: (31:48–34:53, 40:45–44:39)
• "Refrán del Día" - The Devil Knows More: Tony and Tom’s rapid-fire idiom game (45:01–47:23)

Tone & Style

The episode is consistently playful, self-deprecating, and whip-smart, alternating between pointed commentary about college football narratives and wide-ranging comic anecdote. The conversation—especially with Tom Segura—is breezy, personal, and occasionally raucous, with plenty of inside jokes and affectionate ribbing.

Summary

This episode encapsulates why the Le Batard Show stands out: blending Miami’s unique sports soul with open discussions about culture, identity, and humor. Tom Segura’s guest stint offers deep laughs, honest reflection on fame, and connection to both Miami and the Latin world. The banter oscillates from the agony of fandom to the joy of communal celebration, peppered with authentic and absurd moments alike. Whether you’re a die-hard Miami fan or just here for great comedy, this episode is a vibrant snapshot of sport, culture, and the art of not taking oneself too seriously.