The Dan Patrick Show (Hour 2) – Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua, Words of Wisdom
Date: November 19, 2025
Hosts: Covino & Rich (in for Dan Patrick)
Producer: Danny G
Network: iHeartPodcasts / Fox Sports Radio
Episode Overview
This hour of The Dan Patrick Show features Covino & Rich stepping in for Dan, offering their trademark blend of sports talk, pop culture, debate, and locker-room banter. The show spotlights two major topics: the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua boxing spectacle and the social expectations placed on injured athletes, with tangents about workplace food etiquette, classic presidential trivia, and the science of male friendship. The tone is playful, opinionated, and heavily interactive.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Scatterboo's WWE Outing & Fan Expectations
- Context: New York Giants rookie RB Cam "Scatterboo" (nickname) seen at WWE Monday Night Raw while recovering from a serious ankle injury sparked fan criticism.
- Debate: Should injured athletes be expected to hide away and focus solely on rehab, or are they entitled to enjoy personal lives?
- Rich: “It just doesn’t look good, though, when you’re out and about playing reindeer games with professional wrestlers on TV. It’s out of concern.” (08:19)
- Covino: “What, do you want the guy to do? Sit in his room and, you know, cry and just, you know, do nothing?” (06:23)
- Key Insight: Fans' investment in players is now heightened by fantasy leagues and social media, which amplifies scrutiny of player behavior.
- Memorable Reference: Rich likens it to “playing hooky” from work: “It’s like if you call out of work, right, you don’t want to post videos of you at the ballgame à la Ferris Bueller.” (08:19)
- Broader Point: Athletes are well-compensated and thus held to higher standards, but public perception is often unfair.
2. Office Kitchen: The Unwritten Rules
- Situation: Covino, visiting iHeart Studios in Austin, debates if it’s okay to help himself to pastries left in the common kitchen.
- Consensus: “If it’s in the kitchen, fair game.” (13:00, Rich)
- Workplace Philosophy: "I play by the rules of Finders keepers. And if you leave it in the kitchen, that means you didn’t want it.” (13:23, Rich)
- Pet Peeve: Leaving empty boxes in the kitchen is “disrespectful of the highest regard.” (15:18, Rich)
3. Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua: Breaking Down the Boxing Spectacle
- Announcement: Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua, Dec 19, Miami; max weight 245 lbs.
- Background: Jake Paul was set to fight Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis (5’5”, 135 lbs.) before Davis dropped out. Joshua is a legitimate heavyweight (6’6”, 245 lbs.), former gold medalist and champion.
- Why Joshua? Jake Paul’s team had 30+ (maybe closer to 300) serious offers, but Joshua’s size and slower speed made him a preferred opponent over the likes of Terence Crawford or Ryan Garcia.
- Covino: “I’m shocked someone wouldn’t want to fight Jake Paul knowing you’re going to make tens of millions to fight someone you probably feel you can beat.” (18:00)
- Insider Nuggets: Terence Crawford, considered the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world, reportedly accepted but was passed over—seen as too dangerous despite being smaller.
- Chances: Anthony Joshua is the massive favorite (Anthony Joshua -1000; Jake Paul +900). (25:38)
- The Spectacle: The fight blurs entertainment and sports; many expect Joshua to win easily, but if Paul performs well or wins, he’ll force the boxing world to take him seriously.
- Covino: “If [Paul] can hang with Anthony Joshua… we all have to acknowledge Jake Paul is so much better than we think.” (21:46)
- Rich: “It’s a win for Jake Paul. If he wins, he wins. If he loses, he still wins because people just want to see his face bashed in.” (24:07)
- Professional Opinions: Tyson Fury reportedly claims Jake Paul will knock out Joshua, adding fuel to the circus-like atmosphere.
4. Prizes & Words of Wisdom: The Gettysburg Address
- Segment: Big Mike’s Wednesday Words of Wisdom—listeners win a nerf football by reciting the opening of the Gettysburg Address verbatim.
- Quote:
- “Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.” (35:00, delivered by Mike)
- Winner: Trevor from Orange County nails it word-for-word. (44:38)
5. Importance of Friendship: The Oxford Study
- Research: Men should socialize face-to-face with friends at least twice a week for mental and physical health (per an Oxford study).
- Discussion:
- In-person hangs improve well-being, recovery from sickness, endorphin levels, and reduce depression and anxiety.
- Texting/online chats are not the same.
- Most men don’t meet this standard; hosts reflect on their own bro trips and the value of keeping their social edge.
- Rich: “You lose your edge if you’re not hanging out with your buddies... you start losing your edge, it’s like an athlete who loses his step.” (52:14)
- Covino: “That dude camaraderie I get from playing Sunday softball or... golf... I find that male bonding important.” (41:41)
- Practicality: Two nights a week sounds unrealistic for many (especially with kids), but even once or twice a month is beneficial.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Jake Paul/AJ:
“I think we’re about to see Jake Paul get knocked on his ass in a very dangerous, big-time way. Or if he doesn’t, then Jake Paul is as legitimate as legitimate could get.” — Covino (21:46)
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On Office Food:
"If you leave it in the kitchen, that means you didn’t want it.” — Rich (13:23)
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On Scatterboo at WWE RAW:
“We don’t expect our athletes to be sports robots... But again, this is a serious injury. It doesn’t look good.” — Rich (08:19)
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On Socialization & Health:
“Men should spend at least two nights a week with friends to stay healthy and mentally and physically.” — Rich referencing Oxford study (39:54)
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On The Spectacle of Paul vs. Joshua:
“30 fighters said yes to what we consider a circus sideshow because more people will watch this than anything else.” — Covino (23:54)
Timestamps of Important Segments
- 04:21: Hosts Introductions & Show Format
- 05:34 – 11:21: Discussion: Scatterboo Controversy & Fan Expectations
- 11:32 – 15:27: Office Food Etiquette: "Finders Keepers" and Kitchen Rules
- 16:00 – 26:18: Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Breakdown
- 35:00 – 36:14: Big Mike’s Words of Wisdom: Gettysburg Address Segment
- 38:47 – 42:06: Oxford Study: Why Men Need Bro Time
- 44:38: Prize Segment: Gettysburg Address Winner Announced
- 50:12 – 54:51: Deeper Dive: The Value of Friend Friendships & Maintaining Your Social Edge
Section Summaries
A. Sports & Athlete Culture
- How public perception shapes expectations for injured athletes, especially in the social media era.
- The evolving spectacle of celebrity boxing, with Jake Paul now drawing legitimate heavyweight opponents.
- The allure of easy money in prizefights for established boxers.
B. Workplace Culture
- Collectively agreed, anything in the office kitchen is up for grabs, but leaving an empty box is the ultimate sin.
C. Interactivity & Humor
- Show includes live audience engagement, trivia, and irreverent asides.
- Emphasis on dropping “midweek major stories” and plugging their YouTube page.
D. Social Science Meets Locker Room
- Tangible benefits to prioritizing male friendships, even as life gets busier; striking a balance is key.
Overall Tone & Style
Banter-filled, quick-witted, and irreverent, with Covino and Rich leaning into everyday relatability. The hosts offer honest opinions and frequently rib each other, their staff, and even listeners (with affection). The show bridges hardcore sports debate and relatable watercooler humor, aiming for maximum inclusivity and interactivity.
For those who missed it:
You’ll leave with an understanding of the stakes (and spectacle) behind Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua, a smile at the ongoing saga of player-fan expectations, tips for not getting shunned at work over free donuts, and a science-backed excuse for your next guys’ night out. All delivered with humor, debate, and a healthy dose of humility.