Podcast Summary: The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

The Big Suey: Zaslow Wins Sucka of the Day

Date: November 19, 2025

Episode Overview

Broadcasting from the Elser Hotel in Downtown Miami, Dan Le Batard, Stugotz, and the Meadowlark crew bring their signature blend of sports, pop-culture, and irreverent banter. In this episode, the team celebrates Pablo Torre's inclusion in Apple's Top 10 Podcasts of 2025, tackles the generational gap in comedy appreciation (with an Eddie Murphy focus), unpacks Lane Kiffin drama at Ole Miss, and turns Jonathan Zaslow’s Twitter hacking into comedic gold. The show buzzes with real-time reactions, rapid-fire poll ideas, and memorable radio fights, embodying the authentic chaos that fans love.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Podcasting Success – Pablo Torre’s Top 10 Moment

• [03:05–07:28]
  Chris Cote announces Apple’s top 10 podcast episodes of 2025. “Pablo Torre Finds Out”—specifically the episode delving into the Kawhi Leonard Clippers scandal—makes the list, prompting playful self-congratulation and banter about the nature of podcast fame.

  • Pablo Torre: “I’m a modest guy.” ([06:43])
  • Chris Cote: Recaps why the episode’s style—surprising guests David Samson and Amin Elhassan with inside info and genuine reactions—stood out on a crowded podcast landscape.

• Industry Reflection:
  The group dissects how podcasting morphed from “cheap entertainment” to the media’s future, remarking on ESPN’s pivot:

  • Chris Cote: “It's been rather shocking...to see ESPN2 just say, nope, let's pare this down and make it maximum efficient. The podcast business is our business.” ([03:56])

2. Generational Comedy & Eddie Murphy’s Legacy

• [10:16–15:02]
  A lively segment debates why younger fans may lack reverence for Eddie Murphy despite his seismic impact. Dan expresses frustration that legendary multi-talents—Murphy, Jamie Foxx—aren’t always respected by today's youth.

  • Dan LeBatard: “What is the cutoff on somebody being so legendary and historic...that talent overwhelms even the ignorance of young people?” ([11:24])

• Pablo Torre: Draws parallels to Jay Z’s philosophy about repeating greats’ names so “a world of amnesia” won’t forget. Notes that “for a 25-year-old, most of them haven’t even heard of Raw or Delirious.” ([13:18])

• Kristen Shilton: Highlights media’s role: “There weren’t specials on TV...that thing hasn’t been passed down. So nobody’s telling younger kids, hey, go check out Richard Pryor on YouTube.” ([13:23])

• The crew jokes about near-miss movie castings (e.g., Charlie Sheen as Karate Kid, Jon Lovitz in Bad Boys), weaving 1990s nostalgia into the generational talk.

3. Lane Kiffin Drama – College Football’s Modern Mercenary

• [18:58–29:37]
  Discussion turns to Lane Kiffin’s appearance on Pat McAfee, swirling rumors about his departure from Ole Miss, and fan outrage. The hosts probe whether a coach can be so important that his absence should “penalize” a playoff contender.

  • Dan LeBatard: “Mississippi has no claim to loyalty on Lane Kiffin. Mississippi is a stepping stone for every coach that exists...” ([20:27])
  • Stugotz: Drops a classic “I happen to know...” and insists meetings between Florida and Kiffin are imminent ([21:31]), igniting the group’s ritual “he happens to know” chant.

• The group debates playoff implications if Kiffin leaves.

  • Stugotz: “If you’re parsing between Alabama and Ole Miss...there may be people on the committee that may take away a home game.” ([27:55])
  • Chris Cote: Presses back: “What you just did was make him the most important coach in all of college football...there’s no second coach that you’re asking that question about.” ([29:26])

4. Zaslow Hacked! – “Sucka of the Day”

• [23:35–26:17, 43:55+]
  The show abruptly shifts when Jonathan Zaslow’s Twitter account is hacked—his account starts pushing crypto scams, delighting the crew.

  • Chris Cote: "Can you stop for a second? Because you guys are interrupting the show laughing at something that you have not yet introduced to the audience..." ([23:56])
  • Jonathan Zaslow: “You know how it’s bullshit? I never use emojis. It’s not me.” ([24:51])

• Kristen Shilton and Pablo debate whether it’s safe to engage with the hacked tweet: “I wanted to retweet it.” ([45:21])

• The group roasts Zaslow repeatedly, calling him “sucker” and imagining punitive “Sucka of the Day” awards:

  • Kristen Shilton: “This guy’s a sucker. He’s been a sucker since day one.” ([43:33])

5. Sports Radio Meltdown: “Shut Up!” Apology

• [36:13–40:23]
  The show spotlights a viral clip from Ken Carman and Anthony Lima’s Cleveland sports talk show: Carman tells his cohost “shut up”—then instantly retracts it with a comical, HR-fearing apology.

  • Ken Carman: “Shut up for a second here. Sorry. Ridiculous. I take that word away. Take the shut up part away.” ([36:36, 39:12])
  • The crew analyzes whether the apology was HR-driven or a reflection of home/parental norms.
  • Pablo Torre: “That’s a conversation that’s happened. That’s a conversation specifically about the use of the word shut up…” ([39:19])

6. Bill Belichick and Cheerleading Drama

• [41:16–43:19]
  Pablo brings up a photo of Bill Belichick looking miserable at his girlfriend’s adult cheerleading competition.

  • The group speculates about relationship dynamics and lists events one endures only for love.
  • Chris Cote (on Belichick): “The picture looks like he’s sleeping...that’s the Bill Belichick, I’m pissed look.” ([42:15])

• They reveal playful takes on televised cheerleading and the random things that make up the cultural sports sphere.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On podcast saturation:

  • Chris Cote: “Most of them are wildly unsuccessful as businesses, and there are just too many people talking. It’s a very cheap form of entertainment. And it’s also somehow the future…” ([03:23])

• On Eddie Murphy’s youthful greatness:

  • Pablo Torre: “He is the LeBron James of comedy.” ([14:01])

• On Lane Kiffin/Ole Miss:

  • Dan LeBatard: “We know that this is a person you rent to give you offense. Mississippi has no claim to loyalty on Lane Kiffin.” ([20:27])

• On Zaslow’s hack:

  • Zaslow: “I never use emojis! It’s not me!” ([24:51])
  • Kristen: “This guy’s a sucker. He’s been a sucker since day one.” ([43:33])

• Ken Carman’s apology spiral:

  • Ken: “Shut up for a second here. Sorry. Ridiculous. I take that word away. Take the shut up part away.” ([36:36], multiple repeats)

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Time | Segment/Content |------------|---------------------------------------------------| | 03:05–07:28| Apple Top 10 podcast episode & Pablo’s celebration | 10:16–15:02| Comedy legacy debate—Eddie Murphy, generational memory | 18:58–29:37| Lane Kiffin, playoff politics & coach impact debates | 23:35–26:17| Zaslow’s Twitter hack – "Sucka of the Day" | 36:13–40:23| Ken Carman’s sports radio “shut up” and apology | 41:16–43:19| Belichick at cheerleading, relationship sacrifices

The Dan Le Batard Show Tone

Fast-paced, playful, a bit chaotic, loaded with inside jokes and self-referential humor. The crew delights in catching each other off-guard, roasting their own, and polling their audience on absurd hypotheticals.

For Listeners Who Missed It

This episode captures why “The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz” is beloved: insightful yet unserious, affectionate roasts, and a team uniquely equipped to turn hacking incidents and podcast awards into gold. The sprawling conversation runs from podcast industry trends and generational culture to college football drama and hilarious radio breakdowns, making for a vibrant hour of sports and laughter.