The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz: "The Big Suey: The Donald Trump Interviews (Part 2)"

Release Date: July 4, 2025

In the second part of "The Big Suey: The Donald Trump Interviews," hosts Dan Le Batard and Stugotz dive back into their unconventional and candid conversation with former President Donald Trump. This episode, recorded from the Elser Hotel in Downtown Miami, blends sports commentary with political discourse, all wrapped in the show’s signature humorous banter.

Discussion on Sports Team Ownership

Timestamp: 06:34 - 07:44

The conversation kicks off with Dan and Stugotz probing Trump's interest in owning a sports team. Trump expresses a lack of desire to own one, despite his friendships with prominent sports figures like Bob Kraft.

Dan LeBatard: “Not really. I mean, I have so many friends, Bob Kraft and the Tish's and everybody. And they do a great job and they're, you know, just great friends of mine.”

Stugotz challenges Trump's capability as an owner, suggesting he would be overly meddlesome.

Stugatz: “I would love for you to be an owner, though, because you'd be so meddlesome. Oh, my God. You'd be.”

Trump humorously acknowledges this trait.

Dan LeBatard: “I would be totally meddlesome. And every time you said something bad about me, that I. A bad move, I'd call you, and... you would be a disaster.”

The hosts continue to jest about Trump's potential ownership style, comparing him to NFL owner Jerry Jones.

Evaluating Leadership and Ego

Timestamp: 09:05 - 09:40

The conversation shifts to leadership qualities, specifically discussing ego's role in success.

Dan LeBatard: “Never seen somebody. And I literally mean this. I've never seen somebody that's successful that. That didn't have a big ego. You have to have a big ego to be successful.”

Stugotz pushes for examples of individuals with even larger egos than Trump, prompting a reflection on industry titans like George Steinbrenner.

Dan LeBatard: “I think Steinbrenner would have been a name. I mean, Steinbrenner would have been. He's past tense, but he would have been a name. George had a big ego, but a positive ego.”

Personal Feuds and Professional Relationships

Timestamp: 09:40 - 10:11

The hosts inquire about Trump's current feuds, with mentions of notable figures like Jon Stewart and David Letterman.

Stugatz: “Who are you feuding with these days? Who's on the top of the list? Is it Jon Stewart?”

Trump clarifies that while he has playful jabs with some media personalities, there's mutual respect.

Dan LeBatard: “Jon Stewart will hit me every once in a while, but I like Jon Stewart. I've always liked Jon Stewart, actually, but he hit me. They did the Comedy Central roast.”

Reflecting on Controversial Past Interviews

Timestamp: 10:11 - 11:25

The conversation touches on Trump's infamous interview regarding Obama's birth certificate and "birtherism," acknowledging its contentious nature.

Stugatz: “That birth certificate fiasco with the president, that was just a nightmare, right? We'd do that differently if we had to go back and do that over.”

Trump expresses no regrets, emphasizing the importance of focusing on national issues over past controversies.

Dan LeBatard: “I don't have any regrets whatsoever. I just think that I'M on to other things and the other things are trying to help this country to do something... we've got some very, very big problems and their problems that can be straightened out because the country has such tremendous potential.”

Humorous Banter and Show Dynamics

Timestamp: 11:25 - 12:20

In a light-hearted exchange, Trump jokes about firing Stugotz from the show.

Stugatz: “On that note, can you fire my co-host on your way out the door? Stu Gotz. I know everyone requests this of you. Just fire Stugots, tell him he's fired.”

Trump playfully complies, firing Stugotz in jest, which adds a humorous twist to the interview.

Dan LeBatard: “Well, Stugots, you are absolutely fired. You don't have it, there's no question about it. As a team, you're phenomenal. But individually, you're fired.”

Stugotz responds with good humor, maintaining the show's friendly and entertaining atmosphere.

Stugatz: “Thank you, Donald. Good talking to you.”

Dan LeBatard: “You have a great show too, and I really like it.”

Conclusion

The episode masterfully blends sports talk with political commentary, all while maintaining a humorous and engaging tone. Trump's interactions with Dan and Stugotz reveal a side of his personality that is both candid and entertaining, making for an insightful yet amusing conversation. The banter about team ownership, leadership, and personal feuds provides listeners with a unique perspective on Trump's views and personality outside the typical political discourse.

Notable Quotes:

• “I would be totally meddlesome. And every time you said something bad about me, that I. A bad move, I'd call you, and... you would be a disaster.” — Dan LeBatard [07:21]

• “I have never seen somebody that's successful that didn't have a big ego. You have to have a big ego to be successful.” — Dan LeBatard [09:18]

• “Well, Stugots, you are absolutely fired. You don't have it, there's no question about it.” — Dan LeBatard [11:33]

This episode provides both entertaining and thought-provoking content, making it a must-listen for fans of the show and those interested in the intersection of sports and politics.