The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 2 Summary

Episode: Seton and Fritzy Have Beef, NBA Tanking Is in Full Effect
Airdate: April 8, 2026

Overview

This episode finds Dan Patrick and his team—the Danettes—navigating both bittersweet farewells and lively sports controversies. Hour 2 features a candid and humorous exploration of longtime Danette Seton's final week on the show, a playful but pointed exchange between Seton and Fritzy, and discussions about the NBA's late-season tanking issues. Additional topics include NFL draft attendance debates, Fernando Mendoza’s decision to skip the draft, Masters talk, MLB contract philosophy, and reactions to key college and pro sports stories.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Seton and Fritzy’s “Beef” & Seton’s Farewell

• Seton's Last Days: Seton’s impending departure is a throughline, with poignant moments and jokes about the “cursed” chair next to Fritzy. The ambiance is playful but sentimental, as Dan and the Danettes reminisce about Seton’s legacy.
• The Glass Partition Debate: Seton and Fritzy bicker about Fritzy’s hacking cough and the presence of a glass partition between their seats. Seton cites both hygiene concerns and Fritzy’s distracting quirks (singing, coughing) as reasons for the partition and even scarves.
  • Quote: "Todd has one of the gnarliest hacking coughs I've ever heard in my entire life." – Seton (05:00)
  • Quote: "You sing to yourself constantly, and it gets very distracting for me. So I just put this up so that then I could focus on the show." – Seton (05:39)
• Open Humor and Honesty: With Seton about to leave, there’s more honesty and casual ribbing, with Paulie noting, "Paul scene has the brakes off. A couple more days, he's going to say what he's going to say. It's going to be fun." (06:46)
• Farewell Menu: Seton’s last “Meat Friday” meal is teased, adding a celebratory twist.

2. The Interim Chair & ‘Danette’ Status

• Dylan’s Interim Role: Discussion about Dylan replacing Seton in the back row. Dan is noncommittal about making it a permanent appointment: "I would say there's an interim tag. I would like for him to wear 'interim' on the back of his jersey." (03:13)
• Camaraderie & Titles: The show’s ongoing internal jokes highlight how positions and labels matter to fans and cast alike.

3. NFL Draft Attendance & Fernando Mendoza

• Poll Question: Would you attend the NFL draft if you’re likely to be the #1 pick or stay home with family?
  • 53% would attend the draft; 47% would stay home (08:30)
  • Dan, surprised at the closeness, says, “I thought you would get 95% of people be like, hey, my chance, my moment. Number one pick in the draft. I'm going to be there.” (10:08)
  • Seton emphasizes the family perspective, “The whole family has been involved in this process up until that point. It isn't just the one person that plays. It's the whole family.” (08:57)
• Fernando Mendoza’s Decision: Respect for Mendoza’s unique approach and priorities; speculation on how it reflects his personality and values.

4. MLB Contracts and Young Talent

• Connor Griffin & Skeens: Extended discussion of Pirates giving a 19-year-old, Connor Griffin, a 9-year, $140 million deal. Dan questions if this early investment is wise and wonders about the team’s approach to top prospect Paul Skeens.
  • “It makes me wonder about Paul Skeens. Did the Pirates try to do this with Paul Skeens? ...if I'm Paul Skeen's agent, I'd say no, we're not doing that.” (12:15)
  • Paulie observes, “If he becomes a multi time all star, it could be a bargain.” (12:23)
• Shohei Ohtani Dominance: Noted for leading in both on-base streak and scoreless innings. “If he stays healthy, he's going to win the MVP again...how about I win a Cy Young too?” (10:40)

5. College Basketball & Coaches’ Culture

• Michael Malone’s NC Gig: Dan examines Malone’s new job at UNC and his shifting accent: “I didn't come here to be second best. I didn't come here to lose in the first round of the ACC tournament. You know, I came here to win and win at a big level, win at a high level..." (13:42)
  • Amusement about Malone’s Queens origins and possible ‘southern drawl’ adoption. (14:17)
• Masters Week & Golf Talk: Reference to previous interview with Brandle Chamblee; anticipation of guest Fernando Mendoza and Dave Roberts.

6. NBA Tanking in Full Effect

• Accusations Toward Kings: The crew reacts with skepticism and concern to the Sacramento Kings’ apparent tanking against the Warriors, especially with odd late-game intentional fouling.
  • Draymond Green Quote: "Well, I think the play in was made for teams to not tank. ...I saw a team tonight, foul Seth Curry with three minutes to go in the game for no reason in the penalty." (29:45, 30:09)
  • Dan: “I hope the commissioner looks into that, because Draymond Green is right. ...can't you be a little more clandestine?” (31:13)
• Other Tanking Teams: Discusses recent losing streaks by the Wizards, Jazz, Kings.
• OKC Thunder Draft Position: Thunder’s stockpile of mid-first round picks and draft strategy.

7. Women’s College Basketball – Apologies and Rivalries

• Geno Auriemma & Dawn Staley: Dan critiques Auriemma’s delayed direct apology and stresses the need for naming and respecting rivals.
  • “All you have to say is, I apologize to Don Staley and her wonderful staff and the players at South Carolina...that’s all you have to say.” (34:20)
  • Prediction: Future matchups will be dominated by pre- and post-game interaction narratives.

8. Masters Draft & Show Traditions

• Masters Pick Draft: Humorous, competitive segment as Dan and the Danettes draft Masters golfers in tiers, with rules about missing cuts and scoring (44:00–49:43).
• Tradition of Champions Lunch: Last year’s champion picks the next Meat Friday menu; Seton’s pending departure adds sentimental weight to this tradition.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Seton, on show quirks: "You cough a lot. You get sick a lot. You do. And you have a gnarly cough and you don't cover your mouth...I'd rather not get sick." (06:34)
• Dan, on Seton's departure: “It’s tough. ...because it’s 20 years that you’re staring at somebody...there’s so much that goes into it.” (17:28)
• Paulie, on Mendoza: “He reminds me of a guy from high school who was like a 4.0 guy. President of the math team, like 4H. But he also happens to be the superstar quarterback.” (09:39)
• Draymond Green, on tanking: “Well, I think the play in was made for teams to not tank...I saw a team tonight, foul Seth Curry with three minutes to go in the game for no reason in the penalty.” (29:45)
• Dan, on the NCAA women’s final & apology: “...we’re not going to remember UCLA women winning this tournament. ...But you gotta say Don Staley’s name. You do. You may not like it, but you gotta do it because you were wrong." (34:20)
• Emotional reconciliation: Seton apologizes sincerely to Fritzy for being too harsh earlier: “I was mean to Todd there. I was cruel to him, and I felt badly about that.” (42:32) Fritzy responds: “I know that was heartfelt. I felt it.” (42:46)

Important Timestamps

| Timestamp | Segment/Topic | |-----------|---------------------------------------------------------| | 01:35 | Show start & farewells for Seton begin | | 02:51 | Seton-Fritzy ‘beef’: the “cursed” chair, glass partition| | 04:20 | Glass partition debate and Seton's quirks | | 08:17 | NFL draft poll discussion | | 09:39 | Paulie on Mendoza’s uniqueness | | 10:37 | MLB: Ohtani and Pirates contracts | | 13:28 | Michael Malone’s UNC introduction and accent discussion | | 16:08 | Seton’s farewell “Meat Friday” menu | | 17:28 | Dan’s reflections on Seton's importance | | 24:09 | Rory McIlroy Masters Q&A replay, golf insights | | 29:45 | Draymond Green on NBA tanking | | 34:20 | Dan on Geno Auriemma’s apology to Dawn Staley | | 42:32 | Seton's on-air apology to Fritzy | | 44:00 | Masters pick draft segment |

Listener Engagement

• Multiple callers express their thanks, nostalgia, and best wishes to Seton.
• Listeners request a Spotify playlist of Friday song “bumps/kicks.”
• Suggestions for Seton’s “exit song” (e.g., Foo Fighters’ “Everlong”).

Tone & Style

• Warm, playful, and nostalgic: Regular ribbing among the Danettes, fond remembrances, honest confessions, and apologies.
• Insightful and sports-centric: Plenty of stats, sports culture critique, behind-the-scenes details, and analysis of current sports storylines.
• Irreverent but heartfelt: Even jokes and disputes are rooted in years of camaraderie.

Conclusion

This episode stands out for its blend of humor, sports expertise, and authentic emotion, as the Dan Patrick Show prepares to part with a core cast member. Key sports controversies (NBA tanking, coaching culture, contract gambits) are debated with characteristic wit and candor, while the lighter side of “show life” is displayed in beloved traditions and honest goodbyes. Seton’s departure frames the show with nostalgia, camaraderie, and gratitude—reminding listeners why the Dan Patrick Show resonates beyond just sports.