The Dan Patrick Show (Covino & Rich) – "Micah Parson's Kryptonite"

Date: September 13, 2025
Podcast: Covino & Rich – Fox Sports Radio / iHeartPodcasts
Episode Theme: An engaging, lighthearted deep-dive into sports headlines, personal routines, and the concept of “kryptonite” obstacles (with a focus on Micah Parsons' diet and what trips up the hosts and listeners in their own health goals). Plus, a viral feel-good story about an older man fulfilling his life dream in the LSU marching band.

Overview

This episode balances humor, sports analysis, personal anecdotes, and relatable life topics. The main throughline is the discussion about Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons’ attempts to lose weight—specifically, his “kryptonite” for dieting success—and how everyone, even pro athletes, has their own weaknesses. The show also touches on spam text messages, neighborhood watch alerts, upcoming NFL matchups, and an inspiring human-interest story about the oldest freshman in the LSU marching band.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Mic Troubles & Show Kickoff

• The episode opens with classic studio tech issues—broken microphones and playful banter.
  • “Is your mic broken?... Nothing's working except me. Look at that. Looks like it's the Rich Davis show.” – Covino & Rich ([03:33]–[04:03])
• Jokes about sabotage by other sports hosts lighten the mood.

2. Setting the Table: NFL & Weekend Sports

• The hosts preview NFL games, with a special eye on the Packers’ big Thursday Night showing, Jordan Love’s performance, and looming Green Bay vs. Steelers matchup.
• Discussion about home improvement sidetracks into a chat about whether hardwiring speakers is still necessary—conclusion: wireless is king now.

3. Spam Texts & Neighborhood Apps—“What Annoys You More?”

• Riff on the explosion of scam texts and spam calls, with hosts and studio team commiserating about their frustrations.
  • “Are we all sick and tired of these spam text messages?” – Covino ([08:43])
  • “A part of me wanted to believe it, and I'm like, come on. My ego is like, maybe it's real, but it's not. It's not.” – Covino ([09:56])
• Compare spam / scam texts to the barrage of “busybody” alerts from neighborhood apps (Ring, Nextdoor, etc.).
  • “I got an alert from a neighbor and it said ‘weird stench in Studio City. Is anyone else outside or is taking a walk and smells the foul odor in the air?’” – Covino ([12:41])
  • Covino’s comic response: “Yeah, I crop dusted my breakfast burrito this morning. Get a life busybodies.” ([12:58])
• Segment closes with audience engagement (“what’s more annoying—spam or neighborhood alerts?”).

4. NFL Recap: Packers & Commanders

• Praise for the Packers’ Thursday night performance and speculation on their ranking in the NFC.
  • Notable breakdown of stats: “404 total yards against Washington's 230. Had more time of possession. No one had turnovers. So it really was just... they got outplayed.” – Rich ([15:10])

5. Micah Parsons’ Diet “Kryptonite”

• The core of the episode: Micah Parsons’ desire to drop eight pounds, but his weakness for Texas Roadhouse.
• Features a replay of Al Michaels’ soundbite:
  • “He said, well, they gave me a big truck, I got an Airbnb, and I'm eating at Texas Roadhouse. He told us he weighs 248, wants to get to 240. I said, you ain't gonna get into Texas Roadhouse. Better find a vegan place.” – Al Michaels ([17:06], [31:30])
• Playful debate about which “chain bread” is most irresistible—Cheesecake Factory bread, Red Lobster biscuits, Texas Roadhouse rolls, and more.
  • “Those rolls give you a... That cinnamon butter. You have that in Texas Roadhouse. You're not losing eight pounds.” – Rich ([17:26])
• Hosts open up about their own “kryptonites”—foods or habits that torpedo fitness:
  • “I lost about 16 pounds. Really not trying to do anything. All I did different was no alcohol.” – Covino ([21:27])
  • “It's definitely bread, because a couple of years ago, I cut out sugar for the most part... If you don't have bread involved, it doesn't really feel like a full meal.” – Danny G ([22:41])
  • “Salt and vinegar chips... To me, if it's in the pantry, I'm eating it.” – Rich ([24:09])
• Audience call-ins: Listeners share kryptonites—late night desserts, soda/Mountain Dew, Ding Dongs, etc.
  • “You can't cut out Mountain Dew or Snickers bars.” – Cliff from Kentucky ([35:35])

6. Explained: The Anatomy of Scam Texts

• Federal law enforcement caller explains how scam texts are orchestrated (many based in Burma), meant to lure victims into crypto scams.
  • “They’re trying to pull you in to a conversation... All of it is intended to get you to then see how exciting their lifestyle is. And they made all this money on cryptocurrency...” – Chris the Federal Law Guy ([32:25])

7. Feel-Good Story: The 66-Year-Old LSU Marching Band Freshman

• The “weekend hobnobbing” segment features Kent Broussard, who, after a career as an accountant, joined the LSU marching band, fulfilling a childhood dream.
  • “He retired in 2023, and he wanted to make his wildest dreams come true... In fact, he said something very inspiring. He says, people retire, but dreams do not.” – Covino ([45:27], [45:46])
• The panel reflects on the message: “It’s never too late” to pursue old dreams.
  • “Cool old guys. Kent Broussard making history as the oldest freshman on the team.” – Covino ([47:42])
• Juxtaposed with hosts’ personal “bucket list” items, like catching a favorite band decades later.

Notable Quotes & Moments

1. Host Banter & Tech Issues ([03:33]–[04:03])

• “Is your mic broken?... I don't think it's on.”
• “Sabotage. Sabotage!”

2. On Spam Texts ([08:43], [09:56])

• “Are we all sick and tired of these spam text messages?” – Covino
• “A part of me wanted to believe it, and I'm like, come on. My ego is like, maybe it's real, but it's not.” – Covino

3. Al Michaels on Micah Parsons ([17:06], [31:30])

• “He said, well, they gave me a big truck, I got an Airbnb, and I'm eating at Texas Roadhouse... I said, you ain't gonna get into Texas Roadhouse. Better find a vegan place.” – Al Michaels

4. On Realizing Their Own Kryptonite ([21:27])

• “I lost about 16 pounds. Really not trying to do anything. All I did different was no alcohol.” – Covino

5. On Bread and Diet Struggles ([22:41])

• “It's definitely bread... you feel like that makes a meal. Like, if you don't have bread involved, it doesn't really feel like a full meal.” – Danny G

6. Inspiration from Kent Broussard ([45:46])

• “People retire, but dreams do not.” – Covino, quoting Kent Broussard

Important Segments & Timestamps

• [03:33]–[04:03]: Mic banter, show opening
• [08:43]: Spam texts and scam calls segment begins
• [12:41]: Covino’s neighborhood app alert story
• [13:49]: Packers’ Thursday Night win breakdown
• [16:52]: Micah Parsons diet discussion set-up
• [17:06]: Al Michaels’ Texas Roadhouse quote
• [21:27]-[22:41]: Hosts discuss their own kryptonites (alcohol, bread, chips)
• [31:30]: Repeat of Al Michaels’ Micah Parsons anecdote
• [32:25]: Federal law enforcement breakdown of how spam text scams work
• [33:55]–[36:22]: Listener call-ins about diet kryptonites
• [45:27]–[47:42]: Kent Broussard, 66-year-old LSU marching band member profile

Tone and Style

• Relatable, playful, and honest—mixture of sports expertise, pop culture talk, and “guys hanging out” energy
• Humorous, quick-witted, with authentic self-disclosure about bad habits and real-life annoyances
• Uplifting in latter segments, especially discussing the LSU marching band story

For Listeners Who Missed This Episode

This installment of Covino & Rich is much more than sports talk: it’s about real-life struggles with willpower (even for professional athletes), the silly pains of modern life (spam texts, neighborhood alerts), and celebrating those who chase their dreams, no matter the age. With great chemistry and a knack for making even tangents entertaining, the hosts invite both laughs and reflection from their audience.

Final Takeaway: Whether you’re pondering your own health “kryptonite”, sick of neighborhood busybodies, or just needing a little inspiration to pursue a long-standing dream, this episode is a reminder that everyone is battling something—and that a little humor always helps.