C&R - Raleigh Babies & Gambling>Investments

Summary

The Dan Patrick Show – C&R: “Raleigh Babies & Gambling > Investments”

Date: November 15, 2025
Podcast: The Dan Patrick Show (Covino & Rich segment)
Hosts: Steve Covino, Rich Davis, Danny G, Dan Beyer, Sam Spottswood
Network: iHeartPodcasts, Dan Patrick Podcast Network

---

Overview

This Friday episode of Covino & Rich (C&R), part of The Dan Patrick Show, dives into the current sports zeitgeist, focusing on hot debate topics like NFL MVP races, gambling’s rapidly growing role in sports culture, and the thin line between investments and wagers. The hosts add their trademark humor and A-list banter, including quirky analogies and lively segments like “Brainwave” and “Weekend Hobnobbing.” Special emphasis is placed on the social impact of gambling, fan reactions to MVP votes, and balancing excitement in sports with responsible behavior.

---

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Drake May: The MVP Buzz

• The hosts kick off with excitement—and some skepticism—about Drake May’s emergence as a dominant NFL MVP candidate in 2025.
  • Rich Davis: “Is he on an MVP path? Most consecutive games with 80+ passer rating and a win prior to age 24 since 1950: Marino, Lamar Jackson, Drake May...” (04:43)
  • Previous MVPs with similar stats: Dan Marino (‘84), Lamar Jackson (‘19).
  • Steve Covino: “It’s clear that he is on an MVP path as we speak. But there's still a lot of season left...” (05:00)

2. MVP Voting—Debate Over Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh

• The hosts tackle a heated topic: fans upset over Aaron Judge winning MVP over Cal Raleigh.
  • Rich Davis: “Aaron Judge was always the MVP... Cal Raleigh just made it closer than it should have been.” (06:16 – 07:34)
  • They argue stats, media narratives, and what the MVP award should honor vs. what it often does (“good stories don’t always win”).
  • Steve Covino: “A good story doesn’t always win because of that.” (08:13)
  • Raleigh’s season called “magical”—but not deserving over Judge.

3. Gambling Culture—From ‘Taboo’ to ‘Mainstream’

• The discussion evolves into the shifting American attitudes toward gambling and its rapid integration into everyday life.
  • Steve Covino: “I think gambling’s fun. If done responsibly, it could really be a fun supplement to watching a game. But not everybody can handle that responsibly.” (09:47 – 10:15)
  • Wild stories shared, e.g., an Italian airport purportedly having a baggage carousel that acts as a roulette table (10:19–11:06).
  • Comparisons drawn to changes in marijuana and cigarette culture—from forbidden to normalized almost overnight.
• Stat of concern: More people are now wagering than contributing to their 401(k) investments.
  • Rich Davis: “There was a troubling stat... more people are now wagering than contributing into their investments in 401k.” (12:10 – 12:30)
  • Danny G: “Average gambler is spending eleven hundred dollars per year and dialing back their investments by about 14%.” (17:19)
  • Host’s take: “Treat betting as entertainment, not a financial strategy.”

4. Innovative (But Dubious) Gambling-Investment Ideas

• Rich shares a “Shark Tank” style concept—integration between gambling wins and automatic 401(k) or college fund contributions.
  • Steve Covino: “If you win, you could directly deposit that into your kid’s 401k but you can’t take out of it...” (12:56 – 13:16)
  • The group debates the merits and ethical grey areas.

5. The “Desensitization” Analogy

• Rich draws a parallel between sports gambling and how easy access to pornography has shifted expectations in more than one arena:
  • Rich Davis: “We focus on the winnings...we’re losing the excitement of the game. Like...porn has desensitized a generation...What happened to just appreciating the game?” (15:54 – 16:33)
  • This analogy is both humorous and thought-provoking, sparking laughter but driving home the point of “missing the joy” of the actual event.

6. Social Responsibility and Limits

• Sam Spottswood brings in a societal view, noting why gambling and drinking have always had warnings attached, invoking a broader sense of caution.
  • “There’s a reason...gambling and drinking have been sort of looked down upon—maybe it causes some problems for societies.” (18:08)

7. The Role of Prop Bets & Sports Integrity

• The group discusses how prop bets, like on Super Bowl odds (National Anthem duration, Gatorade color), are capped for integrity reasons.
  • Steve Covino: “You can't be like, yo, I got a tip and bet $500,000 on the national anthem...I think that they're going to do the right thing” (19:03 – 19:59)

8. Rich’s Big TV Game of the Week

• Segment highlights the must-watch NFL games of the week:
  • Early Games: Green Bay vs Giants (“identity game for Green Bay”), Tampa Bay at Buffalo (“Baker Mayfield vs. Josh Allen”)
  • Late Games: Baltimore-Cleveland, Niners vs. Cardinals (hosts to attend), Seahawks vs. Rams (“That is your big TCL game of the week.” 23:45)

9. Interactive Segment: “Brainwave”

• A new game where callers try to match hosts’ answers on fun sports/entertainment questions (e.g., best sports movie, corniest DJ format, most punchable sports face).
  • Notable answers: “Rudy” unanimously favored as best based-on-true-sports movie (after some debate, 34:33 – 35:16), “pop” radio DJs called out as the corniest (37:04 – 38:12), Draymond Green and Manny Machado debated for “most punchable face.”
• Call-ins, quick back-and-forths, and camaraderie fuel this interactive segment.

10. Weekend Hobnobbing – What to Watch & Bet On

• The crew rounds out the show with “Weekend Hobnobbing,” their top sports and streaming picks:
  • UFC 322: Jack Della Maddalena headlines
  • Boxing: Chris Eubank vs. Conor Benn II
  • Netflix: Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein documentary, Landman, new John Candy and Eddie Murphy documentaries, Squid Game reality challenge. (51:43 – 52:25)
  • College Football: Notable matchups (Notre Dame vs. Pitt, Oklahoma vs. Alabama, Iowa vs. USC, etc.)

---

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• On Drake May’s MVP Stats:
  “Dan Marino in 84, ten games, NFL MVP...Lamar Jackson 2019, eight games, MVP...Drake May, 2025, eight games—MVP? We'll find out.”
  —Rich Davis (04:43)

• On the MVP Debate:
  “You don’t grade catchers on a curve. You don’t give sympathy votes for MVP. Since when?”
  —Rich Davis (06:28)

• On Sports Betting’s New Normal:
  “Weed and gambling went from taboo to, like, hey, let's party it up.”
  —Steve Covino (11:28)

• On Gambling vs. Investing:
  “More people are now wagering than contributing into their investments in 401k.”
  —Rich Davis (12:10)

• On Bet-to-College Fund App:
  “If you win, you could directly deposit that into your kids' 401k, but you can't take out of it.”
  —Steve Covino (13:09)

• On Gambling’s Social Impact:
  “There's a reason... why for—even since biblical times—gambling and drinking have been, sort of, looked down upon.”
  —Sam Spottswood (18:08)

• Porn Analogy:
  “Porn at your fingertips has desensitized a generation...what happened to just appreciating the game?”
  —Rich Davis (15:54)

---

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Drake May MVP Discussion: 04:35 – 05:34
• Judge vs. Raleigh MVP Debate: 05:41 – 08:52
• Gambling Stories & Attitudes: 09:47 – 13:49
• App Idea—Wager into 401k/Kids' Fund: 12:55 – 13:49
• Desensitization/Porn Analogy: 15:54 – 16:33
• Gambling as Entertainment vs. Investment: 17:19 – 18:08
• Prop Bets & Integrity: 19:00 – 19:59
• Big TV Games of the Week: 20:00 – 23:45
• Brainwave Game Segment: 32:07 – 43:30
• Weekend Hobnobbing: 50:22 – 53:19

---

Tone & Style

The C&R crew balances humor and candor with sharp sports insights and relatable cultural commentary. Their style is conversational, irreverent, and fast-paced, leaning into inside jokes (“making love to a woman is already making love”) and pop culture references, while tackling real issues about the evolving relationship between sports, entertainment, and society.

---

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode

This episode is a can’t-miss if you care about:

• The league-wide impact of NFL MVP races and fan narratives
• The challenges and consequences of betting’s explosion in sports
• Why “the story” sometimes trumps stats—and why it shouldn’t
• How pop culture shifts change how we watch and enjoy sports
• What games and shows to watch or wager on this weekend

Whether you’re a fan of sports talk or just want to keep up with the latest debates and social shifts, Covino & Rich bring both laughs and thoughtful takes to the mic, making this episode equally entertaining and insightful.

Transcript

[Steve Covino]

This is an iHeart podcast.

[Rich Davis]

Hey, it's Covino and Rich. Remember when people were nice? When we could occasionally stop fighting and come together? Well, there's some good news. The Ripple Effect is here. Hosted by comedian Jenna Kim Jones, it's a show about how powerful it is when we reach out to one another.

[Steve Covino]

It's the perfect weekly proof that goodness isn't gone. The Ripple Effect is more than a podcast. It's a reminder that you can start a ripple that changes everything. Listen to the Ripple Effect on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcast or wherever you get your podcasts.

[Commercial Announcer]

There's nothing like sinking into luxury. Annabe sofas combine ultimate comfort and design at an affordable price. Annabe has designed the only fully machine washable sofa from top to bottom. The stain resistant performance fabric slipcovers and cloud like frame duvet can go straight into your wash. Perfect for anyone with kids, pets or anyone who loves an easy to clean spotless sofa. With a modular design and changeable slipcovers, you can customize your sofa to fit any space and style. Whether you need a single chair loveseat or a luxuriously large sectional, Annabe has you covered. Visit washablesofas.com to upgrade your home. Sofas start at just $699 and right now get early access to Black Friday savings up to 60% off store wide with a 30 day money back guarantee. Shop [e-mail] Add a little to your life. Offers are subject to change and certain restrictions may apply.

[Rich Davis]

This is Jonas Knox from two Pros.

[Steve Covino]

And a Cup of Joe.

[Rich Davis]

And on Fox one now you can stream your favorite live sports so you can be there live for the biggest moments. That means NFL Sundays, college football games, NASCAR MLB postseason and more.

[Steve Covino]

With Fox one, you'll get it all live. Edge of your seat plays, jaw dropping, high octane moments and that feeling like you're right there in the action. Fox 1 We live for live streaming now. I turned off news altogether.

[Danny G]

I hate to say it, but I.

[Steve Covino]

Don'T trust much of anything. It's the rage bait. It feels like it's trying to divide people. We got clear facts. Maybe we could calm down a little.

[Danny G]

NBC News brings you clear reporting. Let's meet at the facts. Let's move forward from there. NBC News reporting for America.

[Sponsor Voice]

Running a business is hard enough. Don't make it harder With a dozen apps that don't talk to each other. One for sales, another for inventory, a separate one for accounting. That's software overload. Odoo is the all in one platform that replaces them all. CRM, accounting, inventory, e commerce, hr. Fully integrated, easy to use and built to grow with your business. Thousands have already made the switch. Why not you try Odoo for [e-mail] that's odoo.com.

[Rich Davis]

Hey, thanks for listening to the Covino Enrich podcast. Be sure to catch us live every weekday from 5 to 7 Eastern, 2 to 4 Pacific on Fox Sports Radio.

[Steve Covino]

Find your local station for Kavito and [e-mail] or stream us live every day on the iHeartRadio app by searching FSR. Yo, you feeling good on a Friday or what? Let's go.

[Rich Davis]

Good to be here with you. Personally, aside from being a sports, I feel disappointed. Kavit. I can't lie. I wear my emotions on my sleeve. Well, if you want to see, if you want to see my sad face, we're streaming live at covino and rich FSR on YouTube.

[Steve Covino]

If you wear your emotions on your sleeve, that's why I tell you you got to do it Larry the Cable guy style. No sleeves.

[Rich Davis]

No sleeves. Maybe I should stand up when I broadcast. Yeah, and tear my sleeves off.

[Steve Covino]

McAfee it up. Let's go.

[Rich Davis]

We're broadcasting live from Arizona. Everybody else live from the Fox Sports Radio studio. Covino Enrich, Fox Sports Radio. We be rocking out. I do want to thank super producer Danny G just for being the best in the game. He gave me an update about Drake May. I want to share in a second, but I want you to stick around. Fox Sports Radio Nation. Our new game brainwave, hosted by Danny G's coming up in about, I don't know, a few minutes. How about just say that? Okay, 20, 25 minutes plus Rich's big TV game of the week. We have lots to get to this hour on Covino and Rich. Again live from Arizona, we're here for the Cardinals 49ers game, really to hang with some friends too and catch up. And Rich, to wrap up our previous conversation about Drake May.

[Steve Covino]

Yeah.

[Rich Davis]

The NFL Network. Yeah, everyone's buzzing about it. The game was last night and he continues to dominate.

[Steve Covino]

It's all the buzz.

[Rich Davis]

It's all the buzz. NFL Network just put this stat up and it says is he on an MVP path? Most consecutive games with 80 plus passer rating and a win prior to age 24 since 1950. Dan Marino in 84, 10 games. NFL MVP. Yes. Lamar Jackson in 2019, eight games MVP. Yes. Drake May, 2025, eight games MVP. Well, we're buzzing about it. We're talking about it. We'll find out. So it's clear that he is on an MVP path as we speak. But there's still a lot of season left and we're so back and forth in our opinions.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Yeah.

[Rich Davis]

And however the wind blows in, the NFL changes week to week. But we wish them the best and it is great to see. So, speaking of MVPs, before we get into your big TV game of the.

[Steve Covino]

Week, and I have a thought on gambling. It says a. There's a few wild gambling stories and gambling's all the rage, Good or bad, depending on how you look at it.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Right.

[Rich Davis]

I just want to say zip it to all the boneheads out there that are still crying about Cal Raleigh winning the mvp. I mean, losing the mvp. Aaron Judge was always the mvp. He was always your winner. He had an MVP season in every possible stat that there is. He led the league in most stats. Whoopty do. He didn't have the home run record by seven home runs and 10 plus RBI. Judge was the MVP.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

What?

[Rich Davis]

Did Cal Raleigh have a dream season? He did. He had a dream season. He wasn't the mvp, but I know a lot of people are hitting up rich, like behind my back. Personal friend.

[Steve Covino]

Oh, yeah.

[Rich Davis]

Oh, man. Raleigh got hosed. Like, as if they really think that. What stats back that up besides, like your own personal fandom? None. None whatsoever. And you don't grade catchers on a curve. You don't give sympathy votes for mvp. Since when? And, and everybody tried to position it so hard. Like Rob Parker even said yesterday on our show, oh, the way he frames the pitches, catches the most important position. Dude, they started counting his home runs in the playoffs. Since when do we ever count postseason home runs and add them to the regular season? I don't know. When you try so hard to create him as the winner of the MVP when he never was, did he have a magical season? Did he have a season to look back on and say, man, that really was incredible? Yes. Did Aaron Judge put up circus numbers and was the MVP all along? 100%, guys. The fact that it was 1713, you should be proud of that. That's far too close in my opinion. Aaron Judge was always the mvp. Cal Riley just made it closer than it should have been.

[Steve Covino]

I mean, props to him.

[Rich Davis]

But don't take away from Judge just to lift up a catcher who had a great year. That's all it was.

[Steve Covino]

The one thing I'll back you. And not just the one thing. I'll back you in Saying that just because it was a good story, great.

[Rich Davis]

Story, doesn't mean it was a dude. I'm not even trying to take away from Cal Raleigh. It was an amazing story. Is a great story. He lifted the Seattle Mariners to a playoff, but Judge led the league. He didn't beat. Cal Raleigh led the league in almost every other major category that matters in today's world, in today's game. It's not even a debate. It's not even a debate.

[Steve Covino]

The good story, a good story doesn't always win because of that. Like, again, the good story is like, man, Cal Raleigh, first of a catcher. Cal Raleigh was an unassuming guy.

[Rich Davis]

It's a great start. What's a better story? Cal Raleigh. What's more important for baseball and what was deserving? Aaron Judge. Aaron Judge.

[Steve Covino]

Hard to deny it. I mean, listen, Cal Raleigh, I know what you're saying too. Like, you know, sometimes there'll be a Trent Dilfer or something that wins a Super bowl and you're like, it's clearly a one off.

[Rich Davis]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

Yeah.

[Rich Davis]

Like, we don't know if this is a one off.

[Steve Covino]

We don't know if it's a one off because Cal Raleigh, you know, he was good, but he got like. He went from good to like, holy crap.

[Rich Davis]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

Now, now, next year, if cal Raleigh hits 50 to 60 home runs, then we could say, my goodness, we got, you know, Carlton Fisk, Mike Piazza, right? Cal Raleigh, one of the greatest catchers ever. But we got to make sure this isn't an anomaly.

[Rich Davis]

Yeah, I agree.

[Steve Covino]

And I, and I don't, I don't think just because it's a good win, mvp. And on the other flip side of it for the National League fans, yo. Schwaber had a hell of a year. Juan Soto. If it was just based off of the second half, who was better than Mr. Soto?

[Rich Davis]

Who's gonna beat Shohei ever?

[Steve Covino]

If Shohei is healthy, if he's healthy and does anything, I think he can win, like the next few almost crazy, you know.

[Rich Davis]

Congratulations to all of them. I'm not trying to take anything away from Cal Raleigh at all. I. I really think it was a magical dream season. Could be a fluke. I'd love to see him prove us or prove me, wr. But congratulations to my guy, Aaron Judge. Man, he put on a show this season.

[Steve Covino]

Now, so many random little stories in the world of gambling. And listen, we're not speaking out of both sides of our mouths because I think gambling's fun. I think if done responsibly, could really be A, you know, a really fun supplement to watching a game. I feel like when you got action on the game, it makes something fun even a little more exciting.

[Rich Davis]

Well, can I. Can I say something?

[Steve Covino]

I'm a big Vegas guy.

[Rich Davis]

Can I say something respectfully? Yeah, I agree with you, but not everybody could handle that responsibly.

[Steve Covino]

And that.

[Rich Davis]

That's the issue.

[Steve Covino]

That's the issue.

[Rich Davis]

But if that's who you are, then maybe it's not for you.

[Steve Covino]

I feel like I can handle it responsibly, of course, but. But there's stories I'm seeing now. You don't know it's AI anymore. But Danny G, you said there's something where. There's a airport in Italy where the baggage claim is a roulette table. And like, if you're bag. If your bag comes out, you could guess what number your bag comes out on.

[Rich Davis]

Is that real?

[Steve Covino]

If it is, it might be the craziest. Is it real?

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Yeah.

[Danny G]

You gamble, you're on the airplane, you guess which slot your bag is going to land on, which color, which number.

[Steve Covino]

Yeah, dude, my bag's going to come out red 16. And it comes out red 16.

[Rich Davis]

I don't know if you made this clear enough, but the baggage carousel looks like a roulette table. Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

And it goes around.

[Rich Davis]

It's. It's got black and red and all the numbers. And the baggage carousel looks like a roulette table. So where's your bag going to land? That's actually kind of fun, man. I just didn't know if that was real or not.

[Steve Covino]

If you told me they did that and it was for like, I don't know, like a drink ticket on the flight or something. Fun, I'd say. How cool.

[Rich Davis]

You know what, though? You know what's odd about it? We've gone zero to 60 so fast when it comes to what was taboo to what is. Yeah, man, it's great for everybody. It really is. It's like, yo, can we. That transition was really quick. The same thing with weed. You always bring up the same.

[Steve Covino]

I always say the same. Two examples, weed and gambling went from taboo to like, hey, let's party it up. And I find it funny in a productive way because I think no one ever really thought cigarette smoking was good.

[Rich Davis]

No.

[Steve Covino]

We went from your dad and grandpa, they'd smoke with you in the car. And now it took like one generation for us to be like, smoking's bad.

[Rich Davis]

We smoked on airplanes.

[Steve Covino]

I mean, there's still old planes that have an ashtray.

[Rich Davis]

I don't Want to be on those planes.

[Steve Covino]

I just think it's wild how some things the public is just like all in or all off of and it's like all of a sudden it was like, yeah, weed, let's go. Hey, gambling, let's go. Cigarettes. Now we've all agree that's really bad for you.

[Rich Davis]

Hey, have fun. Do it responsibly if that's your thing. There was.

[Steve Covino]

There was a tr. Troubling stat and again not speaking out of both sides of my mouth because I think DraftKings and I love that they're a sponsor of ours. I do enjoy gambling myself but Danny, what was the head you sent me a headline that more people are now wagering than contributing into their investments in 401k.

[Danny G]

Yeah. This does not surprise me.

[Steve Covino]

See, that is where the rich Davis 401k fund should come in. Do you remember I said this? I had a brilliant idea that I should have took to Shark Tank and someone else is now going to benefit. You know how there's people that follow like Nancy Pelosi stock tips and they make millions and there's people that there's all these little tips. Like every time you shop at a publicly traded Company you buy $5 of their stock. Like all these little fun apps.

[Rich Davis]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

Danny, do you remember I said we should have a gambling app like in conjunction with DraftKings or whoever wants a partner. And if you win you could directly deposit that into your kids 401k but you can't take out of it or.

[Rich Davis]

A percentage of your winnings.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Right. One way.

[Danny G]

It was a one way street. We said it could work a one way.

[Steve Covino]

A one way street of a gambling.

[Rich Davis]

Account even like an auto pay of 25% of your earnings or winning.

[Steve Covino]

Hey, if you're a gambler, you don't you put this money into your. You you call like the DraftKings educate your education fund. Education fund and listen, I think that would be great, Danny. You bet. You better. You better hondo on the Patriots to cover last night. They win. Yeah, you win 75. 2025 goes into your kids, you know 529.

[Rich Davis]

And if you're on a losing streak and your wife wants to throw you out of the house, you could always say but. But honey, we still did donate a few hundred into the kids college fund.

[Steve Covino]

And, and you know like they do the bonus bets and all that that could be bonus money into your kids 529. So when it happens and some jabroni it becomes a multimillionaire because he has this app idea. Just remember, I'm the guy that thought of it and I didn't execute it. And I hate myself for it because I. I feel like.

[Rich Davis]

Well, guess what? I just got a tweet from Mr. Wonderful and he said he wants behind the barn and shoot it.

[Steve Covino]

Hold on. Dan Buyer, you're a man of.

[Rich Davis]

I don't know if you have a proprietary patent on this damn Buyer.

[Steve Covino]

Danny G. I was saying you guys are men of knowledge, of integrity. If it's a one way street where you're not dipping out of your kid's college fund. You don't think my idea still sounds like pretty smart?

[Sam Spottswood]

Well, here's the thing, though. What about just the money you're generally losing from your. Your general bank account? Like, you still have to. Like in the moment, you still might be losing money overall.

[Steve Covino]

But if you're a gambler, you're going to wager anyway. I'm just saying this. What this does is it almost gives a little piece of the pie to something actually productive.

[Rich Davis]

Devil's advocate.

[Steve Covino]

Yeah, please. Do you have to be Al Pacino though?

[Rich Davis]

You think you're big time? I'll show you big time.

[Sponsor Voice]

Thank you.

[Rich Davis]

Don't mind if I do. I just think as a guy who, again, I respect the gambling. We're in Vegas all the time. And of course DraftKings. That's awesome. I do feel a lot of times we focus on the winnings and the players that we're betting on and we're losing the excitement of the game. Like the actual game much. How? I'll give you a real stretch of an analogy. I feel like porn and having porn at your fingertips has desensitized a younger generation and a lot of people of what you know is fun. Like, oh, sex is. Sex is boring compared to what you're seeing on pornhub. Like, what happened to just appreciating the game? Now we have to have action on it because it's not as exciting when there's not. Totally. Thank you, Sam. Because as a guy who just likes the game and call me old school, call me an old soul, Sam. And I, I think do vibe on this. I still like the. The little things that made the game special. I don't need all that action. Well, see what I'm saying to. To pull me in on something that's already awesome.

[Steve Covino]

Well, I know what you're saying. You're saying like, Maya, you know, I was gonna say making love to a woman, and that would've sounded really corny.

[Rich Davis]

Making love to A woman is already making love. And, and now we have these crazy expectations that you need based on what Provides has provided.

[Danny G]

And I'm cutting that out of the podcast.

[Steve Covino]

Making love. Love, Danny. Making love to a woman.

[Rich Davis]

It's like you can't just appreciate making love anymore. You need to do all the things you're seeing there to spice it up. Become desensitized to what is already great.

[Sam Spottswood]

Your brain has. Can only handle so much like dopamine drip, you know, like you're, you're. If it's like gambling or, or watching a lot of porn is like doing like extra hard drugs. Like, and then you're like, oh, I can never go back because like my brain wants this, it craves this extra.

[Steve Covino]

You know, like when some young dude meets a woman with, I don't know, reasonable limits, he's like, but what about what I see online?

[Rich Davis]

It's like you're not focusing on the game or the beauty of the game or the sweet science or whatever it is you're watching. You're so focused, focused on what's happening with your pocket.

[Sam Spottswood]

Gotta hit the over. Gotta hit the over.

[Steve Covino]

On a positive, though, my kids are all going to college for free because Emmanuel Clase throws a lot of first pitch balls. I'm kidding.

[Rich Davis]

So it has changed how we watch the game, guys. And you can say the same for a lot of things, so I'll just leave it at that.

[Danny G]

By the way, this study is from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. They say that once legalized online sports betting hit in a lot of states, the average American, average gambler is spending eleven hundred dollars per year and dialing back their investments by about 14%. Northwestern's advice, Treat betting as entertainment, not a financial strategy.

[Rich Davis]

Or how about what we do? Danny G. You know, me and Danny G, we're not daddy stacks. We're not rolling in duckets. Right. But if we're at the fight.

[Danny G]

Yes.

[Rich Davis]

Or we're at the game, it's special, special occasions. There you go. Like, I mean, that's how I balance it. I'm not judging. It is fun.

[Danny G]

Treat gambling like the strip club. Yeah. Treat it like the strip club.

[Sam Spottswood]

And listen, in the stock market is also kind of like gambling.

[Sponsor Voice]

But.

[Danny G]

Yeah.

[Sam Spottswood]

And that's what you're talking about, right?

[Rich Davis]

They've.

[Sam Spottswood]

They've reined back their investments to. So they can gamble more. But yeah, I just, it's. Man, I just, it's. There's a kind of a reason, guys, why, like, for like, even since like biblical times, like Gambling and drinking have been sort of like looked down upon. It's because maybe it causes some problems for societies. And I like my drink.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Don't.

[Steve Covino]

Don't get me wrong now. I saw our buddy Jared Smith, who we love, he does Fox Sports radio weekends. Jared Smith, hell of a guy. So he was on like ABC News, like national.

[Sam Spottswood]

Yeah, he's made a couple appearances now.

[Steve Covino]

He's, you know, talking about these things.

[Rich Davis]

You want to follow him? Jared Smith bets. He's a great dude. Jared Smith bets.

[Steve Covino]

He's a supporter of us. So anyone that loves and supports us, I love him right back. So what's up, Jared? Jared was saying on ABC Nightly News he got a big appearance there. I was, I was happy for him.

[Rich Davis]

Who is he? Mr. Big Time?

[Sponsor Voice]

What are you.

[Rich Davis]

What are you thinking?

[Steve Covino]

Big time now.

[Rich Davis]

Too good for me. I'll show you.

[Steve Covino]

He was saying that, you know, the only reasonable answer to these to keep sports betting legitimate is when you make these prop bets very small scale, like maximums, like, like a bet. Like, that's why when they do the first, how long is the national anthem or what color Gatorade or all these things. You guys do realize those super bowl bets have like a 1 or $200 limit because you can't be like, yo, bro, I got a tip and bet like $500,000 on the national anthem to have the over. So. So with that, with that said, I think that they're going to do the right thing. I've seen people say about first pitches. I've heard people say that Camino that they should eliminate all player prop bets because it just kills the integrity of like sports. Like we really betting the pitch count of a pitcher or the yards of a receiver. But hey, people love it too much. But real quick, we're running late. But I do want to give you the big TV game of the week. Let's go.

[Rich Davis]

You should see my.

[Steve Covino]

Fed up.

[Rich Davis]

I got an extra tv.

[Steve Covino]

The game that I will have.

[Rich Davis]

We should call it Rich's Big TV.

[Steve Covino]

Game of the Week.

[Rich Davis]

It's Rich's Big TV Game of the Week.

[Steve Covino]

Nothing I love more is the intro where spot. You're laughing at that and it ends up being a segment. So thank you, Spotty Boy, for mocking me.

[Rich Davis]

You're the man. Well, if you're new to the Covino and Rich show, again live from Arizona right now, Rich has a big tv, but he wheels out a second little TV like the AV kid in high school, you know, for the weaker games. Yeah. So what's making the Big TV this week.

[Steve Covino]

And isn't it funny? What used to be a little TV is that is like, what used to be a big TV is now a little TV. Like, I wheel out a 55 inch. That used to be like. If you had a 55 inch TV back in the day.

[Rich Davis]

What I'm happy to hear is that you won your big TV back because your kids sort of owned it with K Pop Demon Hunters.

[Steve Covino]

And I was watching. Watching the big game TV on my phone.

[Rich Davis]

Yeah. So, you know, I think TCL changed all that.

[Steve Covino]

All right, so let's thank our friends at tcl. Let's go over the big game of the week. Now, listen, we're going to Madrid, Spain, early Sunday morning. We. That's not Spain. Washington and Miami. You'll watch it because it's on. It's the only early game. 9:30 Eastern, one Pacific.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Right.

[Steve Covino]

So I'm sorry, 9:30 Eastern, 6:30 in the morning, out West. Now let's talk about the early games. Carolina, Atlanta. No, thanks. Houston and Tennessee again, you know. No, no, thanks. Green Bay and the Giants. I think that's interesting only because, like Green Bay, I think it's a big game for Jordan. Love to assert himself and the man as.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

As.

[Rich Davis]

I wonder, who are they? Who are the Green Bay? They're trying to find an identity and they should beat the Giants at home to prove that there's somebody.

[Steve Covino]

And there's a. There's a game that I'm very intrigued by, but it doesn't get the big TV because I'm intrigued. Like, who are the Pittsburgh Steelers at this point? Right. And Cincinnati could play spoiler, and all of a sudden they can find themselves at 5 and 5. And Pittsburgh could be tied with Baltimore by the end of this weekend. So. So that's a really interesting game, but I think for all intents and purposes, so obvious. It's so obvious that I, you know, we gotta go Tampa Bay at Buffalo. Baker Mayfield, he's got some weapons back. Buffalo at homes. Obviously they're gonna try to make a statement because everyone's sort of. Everyone's talking about Drake May in the wingle, and everyone's saying, well, you know, Kansas City will be there and all the turnaround of the Ravens, and they're talking about the Colts and Daniel Jones. People are sort of off Buffalo. So I think. Think Buffalo may be like, whoa, whoa, hold up.

[Rich Davis]

And by the way, they have sent fun smack talk in the past week, going back and forth. Like they have a friendly. A friendly competitive camaraderie. Mayfield and Josh Allen. So that's an exciting game for Bay at Buffalo.

[Steve Covino]

That is by far the the biggest early game of the week. Now as far as late games go, Baltimore, Cleveland, you're going to keep an eye on because if Baltimore keeps rolling, they're going to find themselves back at 500. And you're back, man. There they are.

[Danny G]

Right?

[Steve Covino]

They're right back in the mix. So you'll keep an eye on that. You'll also keep an eye on the game. We're going to be at Niners. The return of Brock Purdy. I gave him a pep talk earlier. He's all good.

[Rich Davis]

Look for us on tv.

[Steve Covino]

He'll be at Arizona. Not a game that gets the big tv. There's two games you might need to do a little split action, but I'm putting Kansas City and Denver backseat. I'm sorry. You might think that's the one.

[Rich Davis]

You might say I thought that was the one.

[Steve Covino]

Bo Nix, Patrick Mahomes. Come on, dude. AFC battle. I'm going NFC battle. Dan Byers, Seahawks going into Los Angeles. Is this where Sam Darnold kissing Dan Byers ass? He might be a Rich Davis guy. Sam Darnold, Matthew Stafford in la. That's the game of the week. I love it.

[Rich Davis]

Quarterbacks.

[Steve Covino]

I can't wait. So that is your big TCL game of the week. Lock it in. Seattle Rams now coming up. We are going to play brainwave. This is the game where you have a chance to win a Kavino Rich Nerf turbo football. All you got to do is be on the same stupid brainwave as everyone here on the show and you'll win a prize. If you want to play, get involved right now at 87799 on Fox.

[Rich Davis]

All your favorite NBA players are back. And King Sportsbook, an official sports betting partner of the NBA is the place to bet on NBA stars this season.

[Steve Covino]

Yeah, we just talked about it. It's such a part of the watching experience now. People bet responsibly, right? New customers bet 5 bucks, get 3 months free of NBA League Pass plus score $300 if your bet wins. Paid in bonus bets.

[Rich Davis]

And get this. Yes, here's what you got to do. You got to download the DraftKings sportsbook app now use code CRSHOW. That's code CRSHOW. Bet 5 bucks and get 3 months of League Pass plus get 300 in bonus bets if your bet wins.

[Steve Covino]

In partnership with DraftKings, the Crown gambling problem.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Call 1-800-Gambler in New York. Call 877-8-Hopeny or text hopeny467369 In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling. Call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org Please play responsibly on behalf of Boothill Casino and Resort in Kansas. Pass through of per wager tax May apply in Illinois. 21 Agent eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario, restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive bonus bets which expire in seven days. Minimum odds required. NBA League Pass Auto renews until CANC terms at DKNG Co Audio Limited time offer.

[Rich Davis]

Hey, it's Covino and Rich. Breaking news. Not everything is terrible. We repeat, not everything is terrible. The Ripple Effect is proof that the Internet hasn't ruined humanity entirely. Hosted by Jenna Kim Jones, this funny and uplifting podcast spotlights the quiet, powerful ways people still choose good. Each episode features real stories of kindness, of barbers changing more than just their clients. Haircut of the secret life, of leftover hotel soap, of vending machines that dispense just the help someone needs, like magic.

[Steve Covino]

If you're tired of outrage, if your thumbs are sore from doom scrolling, or you just need a reason to smile again, this podcast is your new favorite Scroll Break. It's heartfelt, hopeful and a gentle reminder that goodness is still out there. And it's surprisingly contagious. So put down your phone, pick up your faith in humanity and join Jenna for the Ripple Effect. It's a reminder that you could start a ripple that changes everything. Listen to the ripple Effect on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcast or wherever you get your podcasts.

[Rich Davis]

Hey, it's Covino and Rich. All right, NBA fans, you're gonna love this new podcast. Point came with Isaiah Thomas and CJ Toledano. It's the real deal and insiders look at the NBA and its culture. The insider? None other than NBA legend Isaiah Thomas plus co host CJ Toledano is hilarious and knows the game inside and out.

[Steve Covino]

Each week, Isaiah and cj, along with current and former NBA stars and a list comedians, break down the biggest stories around the league. Plus, you know Isaiah's dropping some epic stories from one of the greatest eras in NBA history.

[Rich Davis]

Point Game with Isaiah Thomas and CJ Toledano is brought to you by DraftKings. The Crown is yours. Point Game releases new episodes Every Tuesday on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.

[Steve Covino]

And be sure to download the DraftKings sportsbook app and use code point game. That's code point game. Bet five bucks and get three months of League Pass. Plus get $300 in bonus bets. If your bet win in partnership with DraftKings, the Crown is yours.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Gambling problem, call 1-800-Gambler in New York, call 877-8-Hopeny or text hopeny467-369 in Connecticut. Help is available for problem gambling. Call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org Please play responsibly on behalf of Boothill Casino and Resort in Kansas. Pass through of per wager tax May apply in Illinois 21/ Age and eligibility ferries by jurisdiction void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive BO bets, which expire in seven days. Minimum odds required. NBA League pass Auto renews until canceled. Additional terms at DKNG CO Audio Limited.

[Commercial Announcer]

Time Offer time for a sofa upgrade Introducing Anabe Sofas where designer style meets budget friendly prices Every anibe sofa is modular allowing you to rearrange your space effortlessly. Perfect for both small and large spaces, Anabe is the only machine washable sofa inside and out. Say goodbye to stains and messes with liquid and stain resistant fabrics that make cleaning easy. Liquids simply slide right off. Designed for custom comfort, our high resilience foam lets you choose between a sink in feel or a supportive memory foam blend. Plus our pet friendly stain resistant fabrics ensure your sofa stays beautiful for years. Don't compromise quality for price. Visit washablesofas.com to upgrade your living space.

[Sponsor Voice]

Today.

[Commercial Announcer]

Sofas started just $699 with no risk returns and a 30 day money back guarantee. Get early access to Black Friday now. The biggest sale of the year can save you up to 60% off plus free shipping and free returns. Shop now at washablesofas.com offers are subject to change and certain restrictions may apply.

[Sponsor Voice]

Running a business is hard enough, so why make it harder with a dozen different apps that don't talk to each other. One for sales, another for inventory, a separate one for accounting. Before you know it, you are drowning in software instead of growing your this is where Odoo comes in. Odoo is the only business software you'll ever need. It's an all in one fully integrated platform that handles everything CRM, accounting, inventory, E commerce, HR and more. No more app overload, no more juggling logins. Just one seamless system that makes work easier. And the best part? Odoo replaces multiple expensive platforms for a fraction of the cost. It's built to grow with your business whether you are just starting out or already scaling up. Plus it's easy to use, customizable and designed to streamline every process so you can focus on what really matters, running your business. Thousands of businesses have made the switch, so why not you try Odoo for [e-mail]. that's o d o o dot com.

[Steve Covino]

I turned off news altogether.

[Danny G]

I hate to say it, but I.

[Steve Covino]

Don'T trust much of anything. It's the rage bait. It feels like it's trying to divide people. We got clear facts. Maybe we can calm down a little.

[Danny G]

NBC News brings you clear reporting. Let's meet at the facts. Let's move forward from there. NBC News reporting for America.

[Steve Covino]

Oh, yeah. What's up, buddies? Love hanging with you. Covino and Rich. Fox Sports Radio, cnr. We're in Arizona for the weekend. Little bros weekend. A little guys weekend. And we're going to go check out the return of Brock Purdy on Sunday against the Weaponless Cardinals. My team should win. I should finally go to a game where my team wins, huh?

[Rich Davis]

I hope so. It'll be fun. It'll add to the fun. And if you want to follow our Arizona adventures. Yeah, like, hi, McDonough. We're raising Arizona. Hit us up.

[Steve Covino]

We were in the supermarket earlier, Danny, and we passed a big iced tea display of Arizona iced tea. And Camino goes, hey. He went to the person working there, hey, great iced tea. Telling you, they're known for it.

[Rich Davis]

Well, you know, I'm a fan of those big cans of iced tea. Oh, you've always been a fan of iced tea. Yeah, they keep them 99 cents. Props to them. But yeah, if you want to follow our adventures at Covino and Rich, good.

[Steve Covino]

Job with the ice tea.

[Rich Davis]

Thank you guys for hanging out with us live from the Fox Sports Radio Studios. For over 40 years, Tire Rack has been helping the customers find the right tires for how, what and where they drive. Shipped fast and free, backed by free road hazard protection with convenient installation options like mobile tire installation, tire rack.com. the way tire buying should be. And now it's time for brain wave.

[Steve Covino]

Oh, yeah. Let's go. Do Cavino and Rich really share the same brain? Brain of Pacific.

[Rich Davis]

South Pacific. Joe DiMaggio is their crew not far behind.

[Steve Covino]

We're one. Welcome to Brainwave.

[Commercial Announcer]

Try to make sense of the brain.

[Steve Covino]

It's easy.

[Rich Davis]

We drop fun, sports, music and entertainment questions.

[Steve Covino]

And if you match with enough of.

[Rich Davis]

These bozos, you win. I love that.

[Steve Covino]

On the count of three, reveal Brain wave.

[Commercial Announcer]

Ooh.

[Dan Beyer]

One, two, three.

[Rich Davis]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

You guys are on the same wavelength right now. Yeah.

[Danny G]

All right. Happy Friday. The questions in this game are all subjective. You just need to Try and match the brain of CNR and the crew. Let's get our contestant on the studio lines right now, then we'll explain further. All right. It is Mike in Ohio. Who got through first? What up, Mikey? What's up, guys? What do you do for a living there in Ohio? I'm refereeing on my way to referee a high school basketball scrimmage right now.

[Rich Davis]

Nice referee.

[Steve Covino]

What's up, Ed?

[Rich Davis]

Hockey.

[Steve Covino]

What's up?

[Rich Davis]

He works at Foot Locker.

[Steve Covino]

He works at Foot Locker, man.

[Rich Davis]

Yo, dude, I need a size 10 and a half, bro. Air max.

[Danny G]

All right, Mike, I'm glad you're playing. Here's how the game works. I have five rounds ready to go. Our contestant, that's you, needs to win two of them to be the champ and walk away with a CNR Nerf Turbo Football. I'll ask a sports, music or entertainment question and then give three debatable answers to choose from. The six of us will write down our answers on dry erase boards. And then, Mike, that'll give you time to get your answer ready. On the count of three, Mike, you're gonna shout out your answer. Then we'll go around the studio to reveal ours. All right? And the contestant has to match four of the six of us to win the round. You got a bat, 667. Or no matter the caller's answer, if all six of us in studio match, Mike gets the round. All right, here we go. Round one. We are gonna start with entertainment. Which of these, based on a true story sports movies, is superior here? Friday Night Lights. Oh, Rudy. Or Remember the Titans.

[Steve Covino]

Say that one more time, Danny G.

[Danny G]

All right, which of these based on a true story sports movies is superior? Friday Night Lights, Rudy, or Remember the Titans. We're all writing our answers down.

[Rich Davis]

Got it? Locked.

[Danny G]

I got. I got mine. All right. Right.

[Steve Covino]

Locked in. Locked in.

[Sam Spottswood]

I'm locked.

[Danny G]

Okay, on the count of three, we need your answer, Mike. One, two, three. Remember the fight.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Okay.

[Danny G]

Come on, Covino, we're going to start with you. He's got to match four of us.

[Sponsor Voice]

Oh, come on.

[Rich Davis]

I said Rudy. Rudy.

[Danny G]

He gets three X's. That's one X. All right. Rich Davis.

[Steve Covino]

Rudy. He's so little.

[Rich Davis]

I'm going Rudy, man.

[Steve Covino]

Come on, man. I wanted. I love Remember the Titans might be the best movie, but what is.

[Sponsor Voice]

Oh, come on.

[Sam Spottswood]

All right, so Mike has to go.

[Steve Covino]

4, 0 here, right?

[Danny G]

Okay. Dan Beyer.

[Dan Beyer]

Unless we all say Rudy, right?

[Danny G]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

Yeah, it's true.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Yeah.

[Dan Beyer]

Well, there's good news. I also said Rudy, so.

[Danny G]

I'm getting.

[Sam Spottswood]

The buzzer just because it doesn't match his answer.

[Sponsor Voice]

But, yeah, it's fine.

[Sam Spottswood]

He does get all Rudy, then he gets the points.

[Danny G]

May be a brain wave first. All right, Spotty boy.

[Steve Covino]

Rudy.

[Rich Davis]

Rudy.

[Steve Covino]

Rudy.

[Rich Davis]

Are we going to do a little too fruity?

[Steve Covino]

All Rudy.

[Rich Davis]

Let's go, fellas.

[Danny G]

I said Rudy.

[Rich Davis]

Oh, boy. That means Sam.

[Danny G]

Sam. It all rests in your hands.

[Sam Spottswood]

I still give the buzzer because. Okay, listen, I went with my. One of my favorite sports movies, Friday Night Lights. It's the most realistic football movie ever made.

[Steve Covino]

That was, like, the weakest answer.

[Rich Davis]

I'm sorry. Get out.

[Steve Covino]

I love Billy Bob.

[Rich Davis]

Little Richard.

[Danny G]

I know, man. All right. Sorry, Mike. In Ohio, you were bamboozled by.

[Rich Davis]

By.

[Danny G]

By Sam there. All right, we're gonna go to round two.

[Rich Davis]

So close.

[Danny G]

Let's go to the music category. Which music format has the corniest radio DJs?

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Whatever.

[Steve Covino]

Rich is on.

[Danny G]

Light rock, pop, or oldies.

[Steve Covino]

One more time.

[Danny G]

Which music format has the corniest radio DJs? Light rock, pop, or oldies? This is a tough one. Yeah, there's a couple formats there where they fight over the cheese. White rock, Pop. Oldies. We're writing our answers down right now.

[Rich Davis]

I'm locked in, everybody.

[Dan Beyer]

Locked in.

[Danny G]

I'm just purely getting. Okay, okay, all right. On the count of three, Mikey. One, two, three. Pop. He says pop. All right, we're gonna go in reverse order this time. Samuel L. Johnson in.

[Steve Covino]

I said oldies.

[Danny G]

Oh, interesting. Okay, you know, I hear a lot of, like, in the grocery store or doctor's office, like, the syrupy, saccharine voices on light rock radio stations.

[Steve Covino]

Oh, so you went light rock.

[Danny G]

I went light rock.

[Rich Davis]

No, no, no.

[Danny G]

He said pop. He said pop.

[Steve Covino]

Oh, what did you say, Danny?

[Danny G]

I said light, light rock.

[Rich Davis]

Okay, he's over two.

[Danny G]

He's over two. All right, all right, Spotty boy.

[Rich Davis]

I went with pop just because I.

[Steve Covino]

Feel like their references are a little.

[Danny G]

Bit cheesy or you're taking a shot at Rich Davis. All right, Dan Byer.

[Steve Covino]

Dirty pop.

[Sponsor Voice]

Yep.

[Danny G]

All right, Rich Davis.

[Steve Covino]

I feel bad because I'm a pop guy, so of course I'm not gonna say that. The oldies guys are like, see beetle, SFM 101.1 K, Earth, whatever. All these are the corniest skill. Hey, it's Cousin Bruce. Hey, it's Flash Phelps.

[Danny G]

Come on, Covino, just for fun. What did you say?

[Rich Davis]

It's clearly the corniest pop.

[Steve Covino]

Ah, what a way.

[Rich Davis]

Because they have to pretend as grown men that they care about all the stupid gossip in Teenage World. All right, Pop by far was the answer.

[Danny G]

You got a rally here. Let's go to round three.

[Sponsor Voice]

Sports.

[Danny G]

Who's the best owner in sports history? Oh, George Steinbrenner.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Oh.

[Danny G]

Dr. Jerry Buss or the Rooney family? Oh, yeah, A lot of debate. A lot of debate on his top three. George Steinbrenner. Dr. Jerry Buss or the Rooney family? Think about it. Don't like any of them guys. Doesn't have to be your team. I'm a Bengals fan, so I can't see. Okay.

[Rich Davis]

Okay.

[Steve Covino]

What you got?

[Danny G]

Your ownership's definitely not on that list. No, man. All right, Everybody locked in?

[Steve Covino]

I'm locked in.

[Danny G]

All right, on the count of three, Mike, your answer. One, two, three. Ah, the Rooneys. The Rooney family, he says. All right.

[Rich Davis]

I hate to say it.

[Danny G]

Covina, we're gonna start with you.

[Rich Davis]

Steinbrenners. Boo.

[Danny G]

Boo. Not biased at all.

[Steve Covino]

They squander that organization.

[Rich Davis]

Come on. I mean, Rich Davis, George and. And the ghost of George. And living up to those expectations. George Costanza. No. Steinbre.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Oh.

[Danny G]

Gotcha, bro. Rich.

[Steve Covino]

The Playboy Club. Lakers, girls making the NBA what it is today. Dr. Buss. Man, I'm sorry. Lakers all day.

[Rich Davis]

Good answer.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Yeah.

[Danny G]

Dan Bush.

[Dan Beyer]

I knew there was a sure match with Covino, so I went. Steinbrenner.

[Steve Covino]

Oh, yeah. Trying to help me out, Spotty boy.

[Danny G]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

I also went with Dr. Buss.

[Danny G]

I went with the playboy himself, Dr. Jerry Buss.

[Sam Spottswood]

And I went with George Steinbrenner.

[Rich Davis]

Oh.

[Danny G]

All right. Sorry, Mike. You gotta sweep the last two categories.

[Sam Spottswood]

The closest he got was the Rudy.

[Danny G]

Yes.

[Steve Covino]

And then I went with Friday Night Live.

[Dan Beyer]

Can we give him a football or whatever we're giving him if he tees someone up tonight? You know, if he just. Yes.

[Danny G]

All right, let's quickly go back to the entertainment category. Which of these was the worst creation? Reality tv, AI or social? Social media influencers. So reality tv, AI or influencers? That's a good one. All right, think about it.

[Steve Covino]

All right, Danny, one more time for the cheap seats.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Okay.

[Danny G]

Which of these was the worst invention or creation?

[Rich Davis]

Okay.

[Danny G]

Reality tv.

[Steve Covino]

Okay.

[Danny G]

AI or social media Influencers?

[Steve Covino]

Oh, easy. All right, let's go. Come on. Read my mind, dude. Let's go. Brainwave.

[Danny G]

Okay, everybody's locked. We're gonna start with Samuel. Okay, Mikey. 1, 2, 3, 3.

[Steve Covino]

Social media infl.

[Danny G]

Okay, Sam.

[Sam Spottswood]

Okay, well, this. Maybe this is recency bias. I said AI.

[Rich Davis]

Boo.

[Danny G]

AI Boo.

[Sponsor Voice]

Sam.

[Danny G]

Mikey, I matched with you. I said influencers.

[Steve Covino]

Yeah.

[Danny G]

Dang, Spotty Boy.

[Rich Davis]

Answer's clear. It's influencers.

[Steve Covino]

What are you influencing?

[Rich Davis]

You want to influence nothing, Dan. Suck.

[Dan Beyer]

Who doesn't want to see a tag team match between Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr. Against JFK and Lyndon Johnson? I love AI. I don't love social media influences.

[Steve Covino]

All right, I'll make it snappy influences by far.

[Danny G]

That's one round for him right there. This game is coming down to the wire. Round five, by the way. Covina. What did you say? Awesome. All right, here we go. Round five. This is for all the marbles, Mike.

[Rich Davis]

All the Tostigas.

[Danny G]

We'll finish with sports. Who has the most punchable face? Manny Machado, Draymond Green or Aaron Rodgers? The most punchable face out of these three. Yes.

[Dan Beyer]

Machado didn't feel right answering this.

[Danny G]

Green or Rogers? Oh, I'm a Bengals fan, guys.

[Rich Davis]

Keep that in mind.

[Unidentified Guest]

Okay.

[Danny G]

Let'S see. Yeah, but you gotta think about what we're thinking. I know, I know, I know. Yeah. Think of the biggest crybaby out of the three. Yeah, yeah, exactly. Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

Let's go.

[Danny G]

Okay, Covino, after Mike's answer here. One, two, three. Mikey. Draymond.

[Sponsor Voice]

Draymond.

[Danny G]

He said Draymond. Okay, Steve Covino. What you say?

[Rich Davis]

I'm sorry, man. I said Manny Machado because I know Danny G has him on the list. That's just my guess. The way he dissed. The way he dissed the reporter last season, it rubbed me the wrong way.

[Danny G]

You gotta go quickly.

[Steve Covino]

I knew I'd have a match. I knew I'd have a match with Danny, too. Machado.

[Danny G]

Oh, spotty boy.

[Steve Covino]

No, Machado.

[Sponsor Voice]

Ah.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Oh.

[Steve Covino]

He could win if we all match.

[Danny G]

Oh, Dan Byer.

[Dan Beyer]

Well, that's not gonna happen. I said Draymond Green.

[Rich Davis]

Dang it.

[Danny G]

Sorry. Sorry, Mike, but you valiantly played that game there.

[Rich Davis]

Great job.

[Danny G]

We appreciate you.

[Steve Covino]

Thanks, bud.

[Rich Davis]

Thank you, buddy. And again next week and every day throughout the week, we give away prizes, play some games. Thank you guys for playing. Great job on Brainwave. Danny G. Db.

[Steve Covino]

Let's do an update. What's up, man?

[Dan Beyer]

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson off the injury report. He'll start Sunday against the Browns. Jackson dark out on the practice field today. He wasn't going to play on Sunday against the packers, but the Giants quarterback at least made a step towards clearing concussion protocol, a protocol that he remains in. Chiefs running back Isaiah Pacheco going to miss their game in Denver on Sunday with a knee injury. Denver's without running back J.K. dobbins because of his foot injury. Lions 1/2 10 on Sam Laporta or cornerback Terry and Arnold against the Eagles. Bears open up the 20 practice window for corner Jalen Johnson. They've got the Vikings coming up On Sunday, Bills 1 of 10 and Dalton Kincaid against the Buccaneers. No Bucky Irving or Chris Godwin. Still for Tampa, jets head coach Aaron Glenn says they're evaluating everything, including himself when asked if they were going to make a change at starting quarterback following last night's loss to the Patriots. Today's shows sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook, an official sports betting partner of the NFL and NBA. Right now, use the promo code CR show to claim your special offer at DraftKings. Again, that's promo code CR Show. DraftKings. The crown is yours. ESPN says Nuggets guard Christian Brown's gonna miss six weeks, at least because of a sprained ankle. Guys, back to you, Dan Beyer.

[Steve Covino]

Have a great weekend. And coming up next, we let you know what to watch this weekend, not only in the world of sports, but whatever streaming. It's called Weekend Hobnobbing. We do it next right here, Fox Sports Radio.

[Sponsor Voice]

Let's go.

[Rich Davis]

Hey, it's Cavino and Rich. Breaking news. Not everything is terrible. We repeat, not everything is terrible. The ripple effect is proof that the Internet hasn't ruined humanity entirely. Hosted by Jenna Kim Jones, funny and uplifting podcast spotlights the quiet, powerful ways people still choose good. Each episode features real stories of kindness, of barbers changing more than just their client's haircut, of the secret life of leftover hotel soap, of vending machines that dispense just the help someone needs. Like magic.

[Steve Covino]

If you're tired of outrage, if your thumbs are sore from doom scrolling, or you just need a reason to smile again, this podcast is your new favorite Scroll Break. It's heartfelt, hopeful and a gentle reminder that goodness is still out there. And it's surprisingly contagious. So put down your phone, pick up your faith in humanity and join Jenna for the ripple effect. It's a reminder that you could start a ripple that changes everything. Listen to the ripple effect on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.

[Commercial Announcer]

Tired of spills and stains on your sofa? Wash away your worries with Anabe. Annabe is the only machine wash washable sofa inside and out where designer quality meets budget friendly prices. That's right, sofas start at just $699. Enjoy a no risk experience with pet friendly stain resistant and changeable slip covers made with performance fabric Experience cloud like comfort with high resilience foam that's hypoallergenic and never needs fluffing the sturdy steel frame ensures longevity and the modern modular pieces can be rearranged anytime. Shop washablesofas.com for early Black Friday savings up to 60% off site wide, backed by a 30 day satisfaction guarantee. If you're not absolutely in love, send it back for a full refund. No return shipping or restocking fees. Every penny back. Upgrade [e-mail] Offers are subject to change and certain restrictions may apply.

[Sponsor Voice]

Apply Running a business is hard enough, so why make it harder? With a dozen different apps that don't talk to each other, one for sales, another for inventory, a separate one for accounting. Before you know it, you are drowning in software instead of growing your business. This is where Odoo comes in. Odoo is the only business software you'll ever need. It's an all in one fully integrated platform that handles everything CRM, accounting, inventory, E commerce, HR and more. No more app overload, no more juggling logins. Just one seamless system that makes work easier. And the best part? Odoo replaces multiple expensive platforms for a fraction of the cost. It's built to grow with your business whether you are just starting out or already scaling up. Plus it's easy to use, customizable and designed to streamline every process so you can focus on what really matters running your business. Thousands of businesses have made the switch, so why not you try Odoo for [e-mail] that's o d o o.com I.

[Steve Covino]

Turned off news altogether.

[Danny G]

I hate to say it, but I.

[Steve Covino]

Don'T trust much of anything. It's the rage bait. It feels like it's trying to divide people. We got clear facts. Maybe we could calm down a little.

[Danny G]

NBC News brings you questions. Clear reporting. Let's meet at the facts. Let's move forward from there. NBC News Reporting for America.

[Rich Davis]

Military life isn't predictable, but earning your Master's degree can be. With American Military University's 40 + flexible online master's programs, you can stay mission ready while you get market ready. Learn anywhere, anytime with an education built to keep pace steady, reliable and always accessible. Plus, military service members, veterans and their families can save up to 45% on master's tuition with AMU's special rates and grants. Learn more at Amu Apus Edu Amu steady through every mission.

[Steve Covino]

Today's Friday.

[Rich Davis]

We are live from the Fox Sports Radio studios. Well, Rich and I are live in Arizona right now. Look out for us at the Cardinals 49ers game today.

[Steve Covino]

I just Started making a big tray of guacamole for everyone here. I'm the guac off king.

[Rich Davis]

You should make the Gronko movie.

[Steve Covino]

It's a good one.

[Dan Beyer]

Yeah.

[Rich Davis]

Camille Kostek loves it.

[Steve Covino]

One day as a patriot.

[Rich Davis]

Live from the Fox Sports Radio studio. Getting a new job can be so much easier with Express employment pros. With Express, you'll have a local connection to the job market. Get [e-mail] to find a location near you. That's www.expresspros.com. and now it's time. Drumroll, please, for our Express Pros Pro of the Week. And it's simple thinking. Judge and Shohei.

[Steve Covino]

But they didn't play.

[Rich Davis]

They won. Congrats. Your Express Pro Pro of the Week is Drake May.

[Steve Covino]

Drake May.

[Danny G]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

You're a Vegas leading MVP candidate as of right now.

[Rich Davis]

Hey, Rich. Mvp. He just May, so props to him.

[Steve Covino]

Good one, buddy.

[Rich Davis]

Big win yesterday. 281 yards, one tutty 2714 over the jets.

[Sponsor Voice]

But.

[Rich Davis]

But I mean, we're talking MVP week 11. Drake May. So props to him.

[Steve Covino]

All right, let's do this. It's time for weekend Hobnobbin living for the weekend. You're winning bets for talking points.

[Rich Davis]

If you get stuck socializing, you ever done anything dangerous?

[Steve Covino]

You ever danced with the devil in the pale moonlight?

[Danny G]

That is dangerous.

[Rich Davis]

Friday brings us weekend hobnob. Can I get a whoa, whoa.

[Steve Covino]

I'll kick it off.

[Rich Davis]

I'll make it snappy. We got UFC UFC 322. We'll be watching it here in Arizona having some brouhahas. Jack De la Maddalena. Is that how you say his name?

[Steve Covino]

Your guess is as good as Makachev.

[Rich Davis]

Again, that's the main event. Welterweight UFC 322. And there's a women flyweight co main event. But in the world of boxing. Chris Eubank and Connor Ben 2 the rematch. Chris Eubank won the first first fight. Unanimous in the rematch. Oh, it's looking good. And you got to check out the Zone to watch that one. So a middleweight fight and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein is on Netflix. It's actually really good. Check that out. And let me shamelessly promote our show over promised on our YouTube page. Covino & Rich FSR. Covino & Rich FSR. We talk biopics a la Christy Martin. And we talk baseball cards. The greatest cards, the worst cards. Cuz Tom Brady's card shop got robbed. We talk about it ON OVER PROMISED Episode 117.

[Steve Covino]

All right, well, a couple things. Danny G. Are you down with Plurbish yet? Are you watching episode three tonight? I'm going to be watching.

[Danny G]

Saw the first episode. It's great.

[Steve Covino]

Yo. It's so weird. So Pluribus, new episode this weekend. If you're into Landman. I don't watch, but I know people love Landman.

[Rich Davis]

Yes.

[Danny G]

Number one on my list, Landman.

[Steve Covino]

I highly jacked Landman from you being Eddie. Such a great documentary on Netflix here if you're a fan of Eddie Murphy. Sort of like that John Candy one from a few weeks ago. John Candy. I like me. So the Candy one, the Eddie one, Landman, Pluribus and Danny. I know you said you're caught up. I'm sort of getting into squid game. The challenge, not the show. The game show.

[Danny G]

Yeah, season two is better than season one.

[Steve Covino]

It's been really good so far. So that's what I'm going to check out this weekend.

[Danny G]

All right. Week 12, college football. Number nine, Notre Dame. At number 22, Pittsburgh. Number 11, Oklahoma. At number four, Alabama. Number 21, Iowa. At number 17, USC. Penn State at Michigan State. And number 10, Texas at number five, Georgia.

[Steve Covino]

Oh, I was Sam Spotty boy. Anything you're checking out this weekend? Are you gonna watch Wicked to get ready for Wicked 2 next weekend?

[Sam Spottswood]

No, thanks.

[Danny G]

I'm good.

[Steve Covino]

Okay, you're good if you're heading to the theater. Two movies out.

[Sponsor Voice]

The Running man with Glenn Powell.

[Steve Covino]

This seems to be a good, good action flick remake of the.

[Rich Davis]

Was it Schwarzenegger was in that. Now you see me, now you don't. Third installment in that series. I always like that franchise.

[Steve Covino]

So you know what, feel free to check that out. Kevin James and Reacher have like a dumb like comedy.

[Gambling Problem Hotline]

Yeah.

[Steve Covino]

A buddy comedy on Prime. So if you want to watch that. So hey, have a great weekend. Enjoy your football, enjoy your hanging with friends and family. We'll see you back on Monday. Until then, Arriva dare she baby.

[Rich Davis]

See you in the promised land.

[Steve Covino]

Goodbye. Let's go. Today's Friday.

[Rich Davis]

Roger that.

[Unidentified Guest]

Does anything go better than Lego and Star Wars? I don't think so. Kids will love becoming a part of the galactic action while playing out their favorite adventures. Like with Jango Fett starship. I mean this Lego set is fantastic. It features a detailed recreation of Jango Fett's starship with four stud shooters, a seismic charge dropping function and wings that rotate with gravity. Plus it has three Jango Fett with two blasters and a jetpack. Young Boba Fett and Llama Sue. Perfect for endless play. Now for the big fans. There's Jango Fett's Firespray class Starship from the Ultimate Collector series. Packed with details and surprises for fans, this large scale set is perfect for anyone hunting for a mindful building escape. Plus you end up with a fantastic, fantastic display piece. You can build this while your little ones build the kid set. You'll be like Jango and Boba building an adventure shop now for Star wars lego sets on lego.com or in Lego retail stores.

[Commercial Announcer]

Okay, only 10 more presents to wrap. You're almost at the finish line. But first there the last one. Enjoy a Coca Cola for a pause that refreshes.

[Sponsor Voice]

Running a business is hard enough. Don't make it harder with a dozen apps that don't talk to each other. One for sales, another for inventory. A separate one for accounting. That's software overload. Odoo is the all in one platform that replaces them all. CRM, Accounting, Inventory, E Commerce, hr. Fully integrated, easy to use and built to grow with your business. Thousands have already made the switch. Why not you try Odoo for [e-mail] that's odoo.com hey Ryan Reynolds here wishing.

[Steve Covino]

You a very happy half off holiday because right now Mint Mobile is offering you the of gift of 50% off unlimited. To be clear, that's half price, not half the service. Mint is still premium unlimited wireless for a great price. So that means a half day. Yeah, give it a [e-mail] Switch upfront.

[Commercial Announcer]

Payment of $45 for three month plan equivalent to $15 per month required new customer offer for first three months only. Speed slow after 35 gigabytes of network spizzy taxes and fees extra see mint.

[Steve Covino]

Mobile.Com this is Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang from Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang. JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds are for those who don't conform. Yeah, I mean if you want to get into some touchscreen technology, how about the smart charging case? Clear sound. These are not standard things. You're only going to get them with the JBL Tour Pro 3 baby. And I love the sound of JBL when it goes. These earbuds are packed with innovation because you can't stand out by following others. Touchscreen Smart charging case for one touch control, instant EQ customization, true adaptive noise canceling and the one of a kind audio transmitter which can plug and play with everything from game consoles to in flight entertainment. What more could you want first doesn't follow. Grab a [e-mail] this is an iHeart podcast.