The Dan Patrick Show (C&R) – Episode Summary

Episode Title: Tom Brady Is the Man & Brainwave!
Date: March 14, 2026
Podcast: The Dan Patrick Show (Covino & Rich)
Hosts: Steve Covino & Rich Davis (C&R), with Danny Beyer
Theme: Humorous, lively sports and pop culture talk, listener interaction

Episode Overview

This lively Friday episode revolves around sports highlights, pop culture crossovers, fun debates, audience games, and a heavy dose of Tom Brady admiration. Covino & Rich celebrate SGA (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander) Day, break down the ever-growing "cool factor" of Tom Brady (both on and off the field), discuss the social media buzz around his rumored relationships, and play their signature audience game “Brainwave.” The banter is playful, mixing deep sports knowledge with the duo’s trademark cheek, style, and self-deprecation.

Key Discussion Points

1. SGA Day: Celebrating Consistency & Style (03:00–07:50)

• SGA’s Scoring Streak: The hosts highlight Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's record-setting run of consecutive games scoring 20+ points, noting his durability and dependability on the court.
• SGA’s Style: C&R have fun riffing on SGA’s “ridiculous outfits,” with the crew donning their best “Friday drip,” blending humor and admiration for athletes’ flair.
  • "The drip is dripping, the style is sizzling, and we're having fun on a Friday." (Steve Covino, 02:53)
• NBA/Fashion Crossover: They joke about their studio outfits and NBA fashion culture.
  • Notable moment: Covino sports a cowboy hat and Rich rocks rose-tinted glasses, drawing Three's Company and Golden Girls parallels for laughs.

2. Pop Culture Crossover: Baywatch Casting & Livvy Dunne (05:16–06:27)

• News of a “Baywatch” reboot in LA with influencer Livvy Dunne joining as a lifeguard brings the conversation to the intersection of sports fame, modeling, and Hollywood.

3. Tom Brady: From Target to GOAT Status (07:51–15:38)

• Brady’s Career Arc: The hosts reflect on how public sentiment towards Tom Brady shifted after his playing days—from “cheater” to beloved analyst, owner, and social media influencer.
• Rumored Dating Life:
  • Recent viral rumors tie Brady to Yael Cohen (ex-wife of Scooter Braun), prompting a debate on "bro code," exes, and A-list dating circles.
  • Backstory: The meeting at Tony Gonzalez’s wedding, speculation about “canoodling,” and how Scooter is reportedly dating Sydney Sweeney.
• Bro Code & Ego:
  • Rich and Covino argue over whether you'd be flattered or wounded if your ex dated Tom Brady—using humor and real listener engagement.
• Notable Quotes:
  • "Tom Brady is the man. Tom Brady is the man." (Repeated chant at 09:02–09:04)
  • "There’s like two people in the world you don’t want your ex to be with...Tom Brady's a different story." (Steve Covino, 12:03)
  • "If I’m happy and my ex is with Tom Brady, that just means I’m closer to Tom Brady level than I thought." (Rich Davis, 14:17)

4. “Would You Care If Your Ex Dated Tom Brady?” (13:27–15:38)

• Ego vs. Insecurity:
  • Rich says it’s a badge of honor; Covino insists it would sting for nearly anyone’s ego.
• Cultural Anecdotes:
  • Stories about people haunted by exes hooking up with Shaq or Fabio for their “legendary” status.
  • “There’s a whole sort of secret society of men that say, ‘you never want to follow Shaquille O’Neal.’” (Covino, 16:35)

5. Raiders & Tom Brady as Mentor (18:03–19:12)

• Listener Q: Would Tom Brady help lure Kirk Cousins to the Raiders as a mentor?
  • Crew agrees Cousins would be a strong mentor, but only if accepting the role.

6. San Francisco 49ers’ Defensive Rebuild (19:25–20:01)

• Rich shouts out the 49ers for bringing back key defensive players, adding optimism for the upcoming season.

7. Audience Game: Brainwave! (30:39–42:03)

• How It Works: A quiz with subjective, multiple-choice questions where a caller tries to match the C&R crew’s answers.
• Questions Range:
  • Scariest animal bite, hardest occupation for relationships, most impressive sports moment, most anxiety-inducing TV show, etc.
  • Playful camaraderie and banter throughout.
• Memorable Moments:
  • “Would you rather your ex date Tom Brady or Shaq?”
  • Fun with answers: “Topless dancer” easily wins as the “hardest serious relationship” (37:22).
  • The discussion of “Hoarders” as the TV show most likely to give the crew anxiety, drawing laughter from their shared neat-freak tendencies (41:44).

8. Weekend Hobnob – What to Watch, What to Do (51:09–54:32)

• Sports to Watch:
  • WBC (USA vs. Canada), UFC Fight Night, NBA games (Nuggets vs. Lakers).
• Pop Culture Picks:
  • “Love is Blind” reunion, “Age of Attraction” dating show, “Reacher” actor’s new movie “War Machine,” and “History’s Greatest Picks” featuring Covino.
• Oscars Reminder:
  • The crew preps listeners for the Academy Awards on Sunday.
• Notable Quote:
  • “That’s the beauty of weekend hobnobbin’ because I totally forgot about that.” (Covino, 54:13, on Oscars)

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• Tom Brady Admiration Chant:
  "Tom Brady is the man. Tom Brady is the man." (09:02–09:04, Rich & Covino)
• Ego Check on Exes:
  "There’s like two people in the world you don’t want your ex to be with...Tom Brady's a different story." (Steve Covino, 12:03)
• Philosophy on Exes:
  "If I’m happy and my ex is with Tom Brady, that just means I’m closer to Tom Brady level than I thought." (Rich Davis, 14:17)
• “Secret Society” of Shaq Exes:
  "There's a whole sort of secret society of men that say, you never want to follow Shaquille O’Neal." (Steve Covino, 16:35)
• SGA Day / Style Banter:
  "The drip is dripping, the style is sizzling, and we're having fun on a Friday." (Steve Covino, 02:53)
• On “Hoarders” Anxiety:
  "Dude, Hoarders is the worst. Especially if you're a neat freak like me and Rich." (Steve Covino, 41:55)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 03:00–07:50 — SGA Day, NBA style, and Baywatch news
• 07:51–15:38 — Tom Brady’s GOAT status, dating drama, exes discourse
• 16:08–17:02 — Anecdotes: Dating Shaq/Fabio (the "follow" problem)
• 18:03–19:12 — Raiders, Tom Brady as front office mentor
• 19:25–20:01 — 49ers defensive rebuild
• 30:39–42:03 — Brainwave game segment
• 51:09–54:32 — Weekend Hobnob: what to watch & do this weekend

Summary & Takeaways

• SGA’s performance and fashion sense are setting new NBA standards—celebrated by C&R with playful imitation.
• Tom Brady’s post-NFL glow-up is real: he’s admired, envied, and seemingly universally liked—raising humorous but relatable questions about ego, exes, and public perception.
• The audience game “Brainwave” offers listeners a chance to match wits with the hosts, with plenty of ribbing and cultural references thrown in.
• The episode is packed with actionable weekend viewing suggestions, sports predictions, and entertainment picks, all covered with the crew’s lighthearted, self-aware humor.

Perfect Episode For:
Fans of sports banter, pop culture mash-ups, light-hearted debates about fame, ego, and relationships, and those looking for weekend entertainment recs.

Listen for:
The C&R chemistry, off-the-cuff jokes, and unique blend of sports fanaticism with real-world pop culture references.