The Dan Patrick Show – Episode Summary
Podcast: The Dan Patrick Show (Covino & Rich filling in)
Episode: C&R – After the Age of 40 & the Colts #17
Date: December 12, 2025
Episode Overview
This episode of The Dan Patrick Show, hosted by Covino & Rich (C&R), centers on the hilarious and thought-provoking conversation about “Things You Shouldn’t Be Doing After the Age of 40.” Inspired by memes and the recent news of Philip Rivers (age 44) starting for the Colts and donning the #17 jersey (usually Daniel Jones’), the episode explores what’s “age-appropriate” in life, sports, pop culture, and personal habits. The show mixes insightful audience calls, candid banter, and signature humor, with some side commentary on NFL storylines and jersey number etiquette.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. The Meme: What Should You Stop Doing After 40?
(Starts ~17:30)
- Kicks off with Danny G finding a viral meme: “Things you should no longer be doing after 40.”
- Comparison to Philip Rivers’ situation: is there ever a time to give things up just because of age?
Common Offenses (Per Hosts & Listeners):
- Going to dance clubs regularly, unless for a unique occasion.
- “If you’re 40, 50, and you’re at a dance club with DJs… what are we doing?” – Covino [20:16]
- Strip clubs: bachelor parties the exception.
- Using teenage slang unironically.
- “If you’re like 40… and you said, like, ‘skibidi’ in real conversation, you should punch yourself in the face.” – Rich [22:00]
- Wearing earrings (for some), especially “dangly” types.
- Debate on individual style: “Just because you look like Old Man Clemens doesn’t mean I can’t still wear earrings.” – Covino [23:14]
- Holding grudges, caring excessively about others’ opinions.
- Backwards hats: mixed opinions, often cited as an “old guy no-no.”
- Dressing like much younger people: but still, look your best!
- Video game excess/gym selfies: all about moderation and intent.
- Camping out for autographs or pushing kids for memorabilia
- Wearing jerseys of players younger than you
- Taking solo photos with mascots or Disney characters (unless with your own kids)
- Staying on your parents’ cell plan or letting parents pay for everything
2. Audience Participation & Notable Call-Ins
(Multiple segments starting ~46:00 onward)
Listeners from across the country chime in, adding:
- No more called “Mommy” or “Daddy” (unless referring to your spouse for the kids’ sake).
- Avoid jumping on trampolines or ice skating unless you want to risk injury.
- Don’t take off work for your birthday (“Anyone who takes off their birthday, get out of my face…” – Covino [70:20])
- No jogging shirtless if you can’t handle the public feedback.
3. The Jersey Number Debate: Philip Rivers & #17
(Starts ~92:30)
- Philip Rivers, at age 44, returns to the NFL, wearing #17 for the Colts—Daniel Jones’ current number.
- Social media outcry: Is it wrong for a legend to “take” a current player’s number, even during absence?
- Rivers’ statement at press conference:
- “I talked to or texted with Daniel about him being so gracious about 17… he basically said, ‘heck yeah, man, go for it!’” [93:11]
- Consensus: If Jones is on IR and gives permission, no harm, no foul.
Side Debate:
- Is it “normal” for legends to get their old numbers? (Montana with Chiefs/Leno Dawson scenario discussed)
- Audience and hosts agree it’s a non-issue; only “outrage online.”
4. NFL and Sports Tangents
- Cam Newton’s reaction to Rivers’ signing—frustration at being overlooked in favor of “old guys.”
- Importance of mental game at QB: “So much of playing quarterback is shoulders up. If you got a call tomorrow, could you play this Sunday? Tom Brady: ‘Yeah, of course.’”
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Slang & Self-Awareness:
“If you’re not being sarcastic, just using [teen slang] once in a while, take your croc off and hit yourself in the face…” – Rich [22:10] -
On Style & Earrings:
“Some people can pull it off, some people can’t. Just because you can’t doesn’t mean I can’t.” – Covino [23:32] -
On Fitness & Social Media:
“If you’re post-40… gym selfies and pictures of your food—what are you doing?” – Rich [27:10] -
On Jerseys:
“After 40, you can’t wear a jersey of a player who’s younger than you… gotta go with the legend.” – Covino [34:41] -
On Disney Adults:
“You’re taking pictures with Captain Hook, you loser… enjoy the attractions and go about your way.” – Danny G [40:28] -
On Backwards Hats:
“I had two different women say, ‘You look cute with a backward hat.’ My wife… she wasn’t one…” – Rich [56:25] -
On Birthday Celebrations:
“The dudes that take off because it’s their birthday—get out of my face, man.” – Covino [71:02] -
On Aging and Partying:
“People that party like they’re 20, where you have to carry them around, that’s… not for us anymore.” – Rich [80:43]
Timed Segments To Note
- 17:30 – Start of “After 40” meme discussion
- 22:00-23:30 – Slang, earrings, fashion faux pas
- 27:10 – Gym selfies, food pics post-40
- 34:41 – Player jerseys “age” rule debate
- 40:28 – Disney adults and solo character photos
- 56:25 – Callers on backwards hats, fashion
- 70:20-71:02 – Birthday work day and celebrations
- 92:30 – Rivers #17 jersey controversy starts
- 93:11 – Rivers’ quote about Daniel Jones' permission
- 97:55 – Rivers jersey debate wrap-up, Cam Newton’s angle
Tone and Personality
The entire episode is full of playful self-deprecation, audience inclusion, and quick, conversational humor. Covino & Rich balance roasting each other, honest reflection, and crowd wisdom, making the show both relatable and laugh-out-loud funny.
Summary for the Uninitiated
This episode explores the unwritten rules of adulthood, especially as they intersect with sports fandom, style, and the quirks of modern aging. The Philip Rivers story becomes a springboard for deeper reflection on tradition, etiquette, and what really matters (hint: do what makes you happy—as long as you’re not pushing kids out of the way at Disneyland).
If you’ve ever wondered where the line is between “young at heart” and “trying too hard,” Covino & Rich—and their audience—give you both answers (and plenty of laughs).