The Dan Patrick Show: C&R – Joe Brady Intro, Most Famous Moms

Host: Steve Covino & Rich Davis | Date: January 31, 2026
Podcast Network: iHeartPodcasts / Dan Patrick Podcast Network

Overview

This episode of "The Dan Patrick Show" (specifically the Covino & Rich segment) blends humor, pop culture, and sports commentary, centering on the reaction to Joe Brady's introduction as Buffalo Bills head coach, the culture of snap judgments in sports and media, and a spirited discussion of the most iconic moms—both from sports and pop culture. The show also pays tribute to Catherine O’Hara following her reported passing, sparking debates about TV and movie moms and leading into a broader conversation about sports moms.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Joe Brady’s Introduction & Culture of Snap Judgments

• Theme: The hosts examine the tendency to overreact, particularly negatively, to introductory press conferences by head coaches, using Joe Brady’s Buffalo debut as the latest example.
  • Rich Davis’ View: Warns against criticizing rookie head coach performances—“I just feel like your smoothness in press conference number one, I don't know how much stock you should really put in that...” [04:37]
  • Steve Covino’s View: Blames social media negativity for fueling rush to judgment; “Isn't that also the culture we live in? It's like you're an a-hole until proven otherwise... It's our default setting now as a society.” [05:08]
• Comparisons: Dan Campbell and Liam Cohen were also initially ridiculed but turned out to be transformative leaders.
• Lesson: "Make that conscious effort to be a little bit better and let it play out." [11:16]

Notable Quotes

• “You’re just a doofus until you could win somebody over…” — Covino [05:08]
• “Don't always lead like an a-hole, lead like, I'm open and willing to be receptive to liking something.” — Rich [12:08]

2. The Impact of Social Media Criticism

• Observations: Negative comments and reviews are far more common and “easier,” with few people going out of their way to post compliments.
  • “It’s more fun to tweet, ‘this guy sucks.’ It’s easier. It’s just what we do.” — Covino [10:21]
• Analogy: Criticism of new coaches likened to dating, where you’re expected to prove your worth up front.

3. Catherine O’Hara Tribute & Famous Moms Discussion

• News: Reflect on the sudden reported death of actress Catherine O’Hara, best known as the mom in Home Alone and from Schitt’s Creek.
  • Disagreement: Covino and Rich humorously debate whether O’Hara is most famous for Beetlejuice, Schitt’s Creek, or Home Alone. [13:56–14:29]
  • Memorable Quote: “She was great. And she was doing it for a really long time and so many things that you watch throughout the years. So rest in peace to Catherine O'Hara. 71 years young.” — Covino [15:29]
• Transition to Moms: The conversation spins into TV and sports moms, touching on their childhoods and pop culture.

4. Would You Want Your Mom on Reality TV? (Mama Kelsey on “Traitors”)

• Set-up: Rich discusses seeing Donna “Mama” Kelsey (mother to NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelsey) on Traitors (reality TV) and asks if having your mom on such a show is cringe or awesome.
  • Covino: "On a reality show, cringe. Would it be the worst? I would be cringing... It would just be so awkward." [17:08]
  • The Kelseys’ fame connected to Taylor Swift is noted as a reason for particularly careful brand management.

5. Most Famous Sports Moms—Tributes and Call-Ins

• Prompt: “Are there sports moms that trump Mama Kelsey? She might be the number one out there.” — Covino [19:04]
• Shout-outs: The hosts and callers pay tribute to various famous sports moms:
  • Mama Kelsey (Travis & Jason)
  • Kevin Durant’s mom: “You the real MVP.” [19:43]
  • Fernando Mendoza’s mom [19:48]
  • Donovan McNabb’s mom (Campbell’s Chunky Soup commercials) [20:09]
  • Zach Wilson’s mom — for social media notoriety [20:32]
  • Michael Jordan’s mom (in movie "Air," Gatorade commercials) [32:41]
  • Manning Brothers’ mom (“Mama Manning”; as the less-celebrated progenitor) [31:46]
  • Stifler’s mom (pop culture mention) [33:57]

Listener Stories:

• Covino’s personal memory: His own mom famously defended him as a child, chasing off a bully with a wiffle ball bat. [36:27]
• Isaac’s sports mom story: UK boxer Tony Wilson’s 62-year-old mother, Minna Wilson, attacked his opponent in the ring—he won by TKO after the opponent couldn’t continue. “Minna Wilson, guys, back to you. A fantastic story.” [39:15]

6. Hot Topic: Which Athletes or Celebrities 'Own' Their Cities?

• Debate ignited by: Kevin Durant’s response to a Cleveland player claiming, “This is Donovan Mitchell’s city now,” suggesting LeBron’s legacy endures.
  • Hosts discuss: If you say a city, who is "the guy"? For Kansas City, Patrick Mahomes; for New York, Aaron Judge, etc. [47:03–48:28]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments by Timestamp

| Timestamp | Quote | Speaker | Context | |-----------|-------|---------|---------| | 05:08 | “Isn't that also the culture we live in? It's like, you're an a-hole until proven otherwise.” | Covino | On social media judgment | | 12:08 | "Don't always lead like an a-hole, lead like, I'm open and willing to be receptive to liking something." | Rich | Giving new people a chance | | 13:56 | “You can say Beetlejuice 20 times.” | Rich | Friendly argument about O’Hara’s signature roles | | 15:06 | “Kevin McAllister is an orphan. Oh, that's it. Little orphan Kevin.” | Covino | Darkly kidding about both Home Alone parents' passing | | 17:08 | “On a reality show, cringe...I would be cringing, but...it would just be so awkward.” | Covino | Reacting to having his mom on TV | | 19:04 | “Are there sports moms that trump Mama Kelsey? She might be the number one out there.” | Covino | Introducing sports moms ranking | | 20:09 | “The one that comes to me immediately as an 80s 90s kid is Donovan McNabb's mom soup commercial.” | Covino | Most memorable sports mom campaigns | | 31:46 | “Maybe somebody a little quieter than Donna Kelsey is Mrs. Manning. She's got some good pedigree in her.” | Caller | Acknowledging the Manning brothers’ mom | | 36:27 | “She had a hell of a swing. Guys, hear me out...she whooped that kid's ass all the way down the street.” | Covino | Personal anecdote about his mom | | 39:15 | “Minna Wilson, guys, back to you is a fantastic story.” | Isaac | Concluding a sports mom interruption story |

Listener Interactions & Humor

• Listener Calls: Prompted for their favorite TV/sports moms, memories of their own moms at games, and who "owns" their city in sports.
• Playful Bickering: Covino and Rich routinely tease each other: "Abrasive guido," "jittery buffoon," and over Catherine O’Hara’s IMDb headline [06:13, 14:17].
• Pop Culture References: Frequent comedic callbacks to 1980s-2000s TV, Schitt’s Creek, Beetlejuice, and classic sports commercials.

Important Segment Timestamps

• Joe Brady/Media Criticism Culture: 02:57–12:45
• Catherine O’Hara Tribute and TV Moms: 13:14–15:29
• Mama Kelsey on Traitors/Reality TV Moms: 15:36–18:46
• Famous Sports Moms (Call-ins): 19:00–39:15
• Who Owns Each City in Sports (LeBron/Donovan Mitchell): 46:05–48:28

Tone & Style

• Approachable, irreverent, and fast-paced—the hosts combine quick-witted exchanges with genuine listener engagement.
• Conversational and unfiltered, they blend sports analysis, pop culture debates, and personal anecdotes, making the show accessible beyond hardcore sports fans.

For Listeners Who Missed It

This episode is a prime slice of modern sports radio: full of trending topics, cultural references, behind-the-scenes insights on sports media, and lively banter. You'll leave with a new appreciation for sports moms, a smile at childhood nostalgia, and perhaps a reminder to hold judgment...until at least the second press conference.

Missed something? Find key discussions at:

• [04:37] — Joe Brady press conference debate
• [13:14] — Catherine O’Hara tribute
• [15:36] — "Would you want your mom on TV?"
• [19:00+] — Ranking most iconic sports moms

Catch the next show for 'brainwave' games, cheating tales, and more city/sports icon debates.