The Dan Patrick Show: C&R – Brainwave & Birdies!
Date: April 11, 2026
Podcast: The Dan Patrick Show (Covino and Rich Hour)
Episode Overview
This Friday episode of Covino & Rich on The Dan Patrick Show dives into a blend of pop culture banter and sports talk, with a special focus on the Masters golf tournament, the heartbreak of tortured sports fanbases, a wild "Brainwave" game, and their lighthearted signature humor. The hosts discuss the etiquette and oddities of the Masters, memorable sports misfortunes (like the infamous Ichiro statue incident), and the agony of being part of a perpetually unlucky team’s fanbase. They also play their fan-favorite games and share weekend entertainment picks.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Masters Golf Talk: The Art of "Chill"
Timestamps: 03:55 – 06:55
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Rich admits he doesn't have the patience to just sit and watch golf, unlike hardcore Masters fans.
- “I'm a pace around the living room in the late innings of a baseball game type of guy... I'm just not cut from the personality to sit and watch golf and I respect the people that do it.” – Rich Davis (04:32)
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Host banter on strict Masters traditions:
- Language rules (e.g., calling the rough the "first cut" or "second cut"),
- No cell phone policy–enforced even for champions,
- Story about golf analyst Gary McCord getting banned for a bikini wax joke.
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Notable Quote:
- “If you say it wrong, they take you out with a sniper. There was actually a golf analyst named Gary McCord who was taken off the Masters broadcast… because he said the greens were as fast as bikini wax.” – Isaac Loewencron (05:58)
2. Tortured Sports Fanbases: Who Hurts the Most?
Timestamps: 07:22 – 18:29
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Seattle Mariners' misfortune highlighted by the Ichiro statue unveiling gone wrong (bat broke off during reveal).
- “With all due respect to the Vikings and the Bills... the Mariners have been to zero World Series, we have more Hall of Famers than most other teams... and now we have our Ichiro statue broken.” – David, Caller from Sacramento (09:04)
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Debate: Is it worse to always stink or get close and never win?
- Iowa Sam draws metaphors:
- “You're running a marathon... about to fall through the ticker tape and then a guy runs up behind you and takes it away.” (11:02)
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Exploring the misery index:
- Browns, Jets, Bills, Vikings, Padres, Kings, Rockies, Mets, and more.
- Does other local team success (Ohio State, Cavs, Yankees) cushion the blow for some fans?
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Comparison between cold-weather and warm-weather fan suffering:
- “When something goes wrong in San Diego... it's like 80 degrees and sunny and beautiful and you live in the nicest place, you'll be fine. But... Buffalo or Minnesota... you just picture people's teams losing and then they're sitting there in the cold.” – Rich Davis (13:34)
3. The "Brainwave" Game: Matching Minds for Prizes
Timestamps: 24:18 – 36:07
- Listeners compete with the crew in a fun, subjective matching game.
Sample Questions & Crew Banter:
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Q1: Who do you trust more driving at 110 mph: Timberlake, Tiger Woods, or Britney Spears?
- “Respectfully, the other two, I'm not trusting... the answer's clear: Justin Timberlake.” – Steve Covino (26:57)
- Most matched on Timberlake, citing his recent trouble as less scary than Tiger/Britney.
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Q2: Biggest red flag when dating?
- Choices: Constant drama, financially irresponsible, or "blames everyone else for her problems".
- Split in the room. Multiple votes for "drama," but Rich pushes for blaming others as the ultimate red flag:
- “I think someone that has a tendency to blame others... will never go away.” – Rich Davis (30:01)
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Q3: Whose dining room would be the most exciting for a podcast: LeBron, Trump, or Brady?
- Most say Tom Brady; one votes Trump for the drama.
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Q4: Biggest rip-off: movie concessions, bottled water, or auto-pay subscriptions?
- “I used to ride with the vending machine repair man... to pay an exorbitant amount for M&Ms? Get out of my face... movie concession!” – Steve Covino (35:07)
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Humor and Banter Throughout:
- Hosts riff on each other's answers and share personal anecdotes, keeping the tone loose and comedic.
4. Masters Update, Birdies & Golf Talk
Timestamps: 36:12 – 38:43
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Live update: Rory McIlroy’s hot streak at the Masters (five birdies over six holes, commanding lead).
- Discussion of Chinese golfer Haotong Li gutting out a strong round despite being sick:
- “Feeling really, really bad... want to throw out something... glad I survived today.” – Haotong Li (37:06)
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Fun with bird sound effects and Augusta’s iconic scenery.
5. Weekend Hobnobbing — What to Watch and Do
Timestamps: 44:51 – 50:13
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Each host shares what’s worth checking out in sports and entertainment over the weekend:
- Boxing: Tyson Fury fights Makhmadov on Netflix (Saturday, 2PM ET/11AM PT), plus Connor Ben on the undercard.
- Netflix: "Love on the Spectrum" Season 4, “Sheng Wang: Purple” comedy special, new docuseries like “The Truth and Tragedy of Mariah Wilson”.
- Movies: "Super Mario Galaxy" (still dominating theaters), “Beast” (MMA drama with Russell Crowe and Hemsworth), shark movie “Thrash”.
- TV/Binge-worthy: Recent episodes of “Jury Duty,” “Friends and Neighbors” (with Jon Hamm), “Shrinking” finale, “Christie” (HBO Max/Max, about boxer Christy Martin).
- MLB: Shout-out to Xander Bogaerts for a grand slam walk-off.
- Chicago White Sox: "Pope Hat Day" for fans.
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Pop culture anecdotes, inside jokes, and support for fellow hosts’ weekend plans (e.g., slideshow of a friend's honeymoon in Indonesia/Japan).
Notable Quotes & Moments
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Rich on Fan Fatigue:
“You know, it's like when a hot chick has bad luck. You're like, 'Yeah, you're still hot.' When something goes wrong in San Diego... you live in the nicest place, you'll be fine.” (13:34)
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Isaac Loewencron on Augusta's Rules:
“If you say it wrong, they take you out with a sniper.” (05:58)
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On the agony of sporting near-misses:
“Is it worse not getting the date or getting the date, the girl brings you back to her room, she strips naked and then she's like, 'I'm kidding.'” – Rich Davis (10:55)
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JD, Contestant, on movie theater rip-offs:
“I got four kids. I walk out of there and I'm about $200 in debt.” (34:27)
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Haotong Li’s resilience:
“Feeling really, really bad... want to throw out something... glad I survived today.” (37:06)
Segment Timestamps
- 03:55 – 06:55: Masters talk & etiquette
- 07:22 – 18:29: Saddest sports fanbases debate & calls
- 24:18 – 36:07: "Brainwave" game & crew banter
- 36:12 – 38:43: Masters update, bird sounds, Haotong Li
- 44:51 – 50:13: Weekend Hobnobbin (what to watch, do, or bet on)
Tone & Style
The episode is energetic, casual, and irreverent, blending relatable sports talk with pop culture, audience interaction, and a comedic touch. The hosts swing between lighthearted ribbing and genuine sports insight, creating a show that's both informative and fun, even when discussing the pain of perpetual sports heartbreak.
Summary
If you missed this lively Friday edition of C&R, you missed an episode packed with laughs, relatable fan misery, and some solid picks for your weekend viewing (and betting) pleasure. Whether it was the etiquette of the Masters, the misery index for long-suffering sports fans, or matching wits in the "Brainwave" game, the crew delivered a show that’s equal parts sports talk and personality-driven entertainment.
For more: Listen to the show weekdays 5-7PM ET, 2-4PM PT, or catch the full podcast for unscripted fun and sports insight!