The Dan Patrick Show (C&R Edition): “Full Moon Fan, Words Have Changed”
Date: April 9, 2026
Hosts: Covino & Rich (C&R)
Podcast Network: iHeartPodcasts and Dan Patrick Podcast Network
Episode Overview
This lively episode of Covino & Rich, as part of The Dan Patrick Show, serves up a midweek blend of sports and pop culture, with the hosts’ signature banter, humor, and audience engagement. The central themes include a viral baseball moment of accidental exposure, debates about evolving sports terminology ("utility player"), and reflections on how language changes across generations—anchored by memorable personal anecdotes and real-time audience calls.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Viral Baseball Fan “Full Moon” Incident
Timestamp: 03:46–11:47, 26:58–28:24
- The show opens in high spirits following a Yankees game and quickly pivots to a viral fan moment at a Tampa Bay Rays game, where a heavyset fan chasing a foul ball accidentally exposes himself on live TV.
- Covino and Rich break down the play-by-play: "This Don Vito looking fat guy, he's like, I got it...and all of a sudden, he misplays it...His pants completely fall down. And he moons all the 50 fans that are there. And then everybody watching on TV." (04:49–05:06, Covino)
- The group considers the mechanics of such wardrobe malfunctions, referencing cultural touchstones like classic “pantsing” pranks, Chris Farley slapstick, and even Chris Christie’s belt line choices.
- They debate the unawareness some have about “crack exposure,” and whether people get used to that sensation: "You'll never catch me with my crack hanging out." (06:29, Rich)
- Hilarious speculation follows about feasible brand sponsorships for the fan after his viral moment (Dude Wipes, Hanes, Depends).
- The viral snack is juxtaposed with recent history-making lunar photography: "Who would have thought the week where we got the best pictures of the moon, they weren't even the best moon photos?" (09:28, Rich)
- A highlight is the on-air playing of the actual baseball announcer’s audio from the incident for the audience (28:08–28:22), with the hosts laughing at the silent reaction in the broadcast booth.
Notable Moment/Quote:
"His pants completely fall down. And he moons. There's a lot of moon coverage this week. He moons all the 50 fans that are there. And then everybody watching on TV. And of course, it goes viral on social media. And the announcers, I think they mute their mics because they crack up laughing..."
— Covino (05:06)
"You laugh that hard for, like, 20 minutes straight. And you feel so relaxed afterward. You sleep so well when you have a good belly laugh."
— Sam (13:45)
2. Changing Sports Definitions: The “Utility Player” Debate
Timestamp: 14:13–22:25, 29:21–34:19, 44:43–48:52
- Covino notices a TikTok debate about Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu, with younger fans calling him the “utility player” before Oswaldo Cabrera. Covino objects, seeing LeMahieu as a bonafide starter whose versatility doesn't make him a "utility player."
- Rich agrees, drawing a distinction between "versatile" starters and bench-based utility players, referencing similar cases like Mookie Betts and Jeff McNeil.
- Covino grapples with shifting definitions: "Definitions of words change throughout the years, and maybe a younger person's definition of what a utility player is isn't what ours was growing up." (18:53)
- Audience participation follows, both on-air and via live chat, yielding a range of perspectives and nostalgic comparisons (Kiké Hernández, Jerry Hairston Jr., Miguel Cairo, Brandon Inge).
- The hosts pose the meta-question: Should you debate sports terminology with younger fans online, or "just retire from arguing with idiots on social media”?
Notable Moment/Quote:
"He was by no means a utility player. In fact, by comparing him to Oswaldo Cabrera, a utility player, that's an insult. So you're essentially insulting one of your favorite players."
— Covino (16:00)
"Even though I'm doubling down on I'm right, definitions of words change throughout the years, and maybe a younger person's definition...isn't what ours was growing up." — Covino (18:53)
3. When Words, and the World, Change Meaning
Timestamp: 30:00–34:19, 48:49–50:03
- Pivoting from the utility player debate, the hosts list everyday words whose meanings have evolved—a larger lens on language’s evolution.
- Classic examples discussed:
- “Literally” used figuratively (“I literally died”).
- “Gay” as joyful/happy in classic songs and cultural references; now a sexual orientation.
- “Hooking up” ('90s: to meet/hang out, now: to have sex).
- “Thongs” (once: flip-flops, now: revealing underwear).
- “Dope” (once: drugs, now: “cool”).
- Sam draws a connection between the Y-shape of “thong” sandals and thong underwear design.
- Callers chime in with their own generational language confusions (e.g., “crank calls,” “marijuana” being labeled “dope”).
- The hosts reflect on how these changes can create communication gaps between generations, often resulting in amusing or frustrating misunderstandings.
Notable Moments/Quotes:
"Our parents, refer to their flip-flops as thongs."
— Rich (32:08)
"What are you people on, dope?"
— (Classic Fast Times reference, 50:08)
4. Audience Engagement: Calls and Live Feedback
Timestamp: 34:37–35:51, 45:42–48:49
- Energetic listener participation via phone calls, with stories about accidental exposures at games, expanded definitions of utility players, and generational slang.
- Some callers reminisce about iconic “utility” players from their favorite teams.
- Others participate in debates about evolving terms (“hook up,” “dope”).
- The hosts maintain a welcoming, humorous tone, reinforcing the show's accessible community feel.
Notable Call:
"When I think a utility player... Yankees, especially Miguel Cairo. Maybe Jerry Hairston Jr." — Sean, caller (33:46)
5. Other Sports Highlights
Timestamp: 11:47–13:02, 43:19–44:19
- Recap of recent sports highlights: a fight during the Braves/Angels game, Yankees’ Ahmed Rosario’s home runs, and Covino’s ongoing amusement with sports brawls.
- Discussion of how major league teams can spin viral moments into promotions (e.g., suggested a Rays “Belt Night”), and the intersection of viral fandom/social media and team marketing.
Notable Moment/Quote:
"By the way, you're close enough to this fan. They got it on camera and now the guy's everywhere. But imagine they didn't. You would never have been able to paint that picture to your friends."
— Rich (10:49)
Notable Quotes & Favorite Moments (with Timestamps)
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On the viral fan:
"His pants completely fall down...he moons all the 50 fans there...and then everybody watching on TV."
— Covino (05:06) -
On generational gap over words:
"Definitions of words change throughout the years...maybe a younger person's definition...isn't what ours was growing up."
— Covino (18:53) -
On "hook up":
"Hooking up in the 90s for me just meant you made out. Now it means, like, you did it all."
— Covino & Rich (31:54) -
On "utility player" frustration:
"How do we all not know what it is or did it change?"
— Covino (45:07) -
On audience engagement:
"Let's ask around the room...Could a utility player be a starter?"
— Rich (20:32)
Important Timestamps for Key Segments
- Viral Fan Full Moon Story: 03:46–11:47, 26:58–28:24
- Sports, Fights, and Brawls: 11:47–13:02, 43:19–44:19
- Utility Player Debate: 14:13–22:25, 29:21–34:19, 44:43–48:52
- Language and Words Changing: 30:00–34:19, 48:49–50:03
- Audience Calls and Stories: 34:37–35:51, 45:42–48:49
Tone & Atmosphere
This episode is characterized by irreverent humor, nostalgic story-trading, classic sports banter, and active listener participation. The hosts keep the mood buoyant, laugh freely at their own and others’ misadventures, and nimbly turn even a wardrobe malfunction into cultural commentary. Friendly debates with listeners and amongst the hosts themselves anchor the show’s accessible, relatable energy.
Summary
A laugh-filled, fast-moving midweek edition showcasing the best of sports radio: viral sports moments (including an unintentionally revealing foul-ball grab), evolving sports lingo debates (“utility player”), and the ever-changing landscape of American slang. Bolstered by lively audience interaction and pop culture nods, Covino & Rich deliver both insight and entertainment for die-hard fans and casual listeners alike.