Yug Station – Episode 4: Featuring Michael Katic
Host: Dana Beers (Barstool Sports)
Date: November 4, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of Yug Station continues the show's signature blend of lighthearted camaraderie, beer chugging, and leaderboard competition. Host Dana Beers welcomes guest Michael Katic, a self-proclaimed “big boy” and friend of the Barstool crew. Together, they partake in the traditional beer chug, vie for a spot on the Yug Leaderboard, and banter about their place in the Yug Station history.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Beer Chug Showdown

• Dana introduces the guest and sets the stage:
  "Welcome to episode four of the Yog Station with Dana Beers. Today I'm with my good friend f. Fellow big boy Michael Katic. I think he's taken down Big Cat." (02:11)
• Dana acknowledges the competitive nature of the leaderboard, referencing Big Cat’s top time.

2. Leaderboard Action – Chug Timing

• The central moment of the episode is the timed chug, an ongoing Yug Station tradition.
  • Dana initiates the countdown:
    "Let's just. Yug. Three, two, one. Oh. Oh. Oh, my God. 3.66. 3.66. Wow." (03:10)
• Katic’s time (3.66 seconds) is a highlight, leading both Dana and Katic to express surprise and excitement at his performance.
• Katic's time is discussed in relation to other guests, notably Big Cat and Caitlyn, emphasizing the competitiveness of the leaderboard.
  • "Big Cat stolen first. Were you that fast? I guess so." (03:21)

3. Persistent Show Banter & Format

• The episode features characteristic self-aware and off-the-cuff banter, with playful confusion about episode numbering and podcast logistics.
  • "Is this episode four, worst content ever or three? I love it. Oh, this is five because Hannah. Hannah was four. No, this is four." (01:29)
• Comment on missing traditions: Forgetting to take Polaroids, referencing the informal and relaxed style of the show.
  • "Oh, we haven't been taking Polaroids. How many things do you do the things that happen after the episode? I forgot." (03:34)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Katic facing off against Big Cat:
  Dana: "I think he's taken down Big Cat. I'm gonna be completely honest with you." (02:09)

• Surprise at the new chug time:
  Dana: "Oh, my God. 3.66. 3.66. Wow." (03:11)

• Leaderboard rivalry:
  Dana: "Big Cat stolen first. Were you that fast? I guess so." (03:21)

• Show’s casual chaos:
  Unknown: "Is Dana just another Sopranos character now? Where are you?" (01:17)

Timestamps of Important Segments

• 00:00–01:20: Opening banter, episode number confusion, guest introduction
• 02:05: Dana formally introduces Michael Katic and sets expectations for their chug
• 03:10: Chug countdown and recorded time (3.66 seconds)
• 03:21: Discussion of leaderboard results
• 03:34: Polaroids and post-episode traditions

Episode Tone & Style

The conversation is casual and filled with friendly jabs, embracing a humorous, laid-back spirit. The hosts and guest revel in their own inside jokes, creating the unmistakable feel of a Barstool roundtable that celebrates fraternity and fun over strict structure or seriousness.

Summary

Episode 4 of Yug Station typifies the show's charm: quick-witted, informal, and driven by the simple joy of friendly rivalries. Michael Katic's impressive chug time makes for a lively leaderboard shake-up, while Dana's easygoing hosting keeps the episode brisk and entertaining. For both recurring fans and newcomers, this installment is pure Barstool energy with beers in hand.