TSDS 305 The Entertaining World of Wrestling and the NFL

The Straight Dope Show

In this action-packed episode, we dive into the world of sports, from the thrilling victory of Francis Ngannou in the UFC to the ups and downs of NFL teams like the Cowboys and the Niners. Join us as we dissect the intense matchups, discuss the standout players, and uncover the drama behind the scenes. With lively banter and insightful analysis, this episode is a must-listen for sports enthusiasts. Get ready to be entertained and informed as we break down the latest in the world of sports. Don't miss out on this exciting episode!

[00:01:39] Francis Ngannou's rise in UFC.

[00:06:54] He wanted to be a boxer.

[00:08:12] The impact of getting hit.

[00:12:00] The People's Champion.

[00:15:02] Butterbean.

[00:18:58] JBL's transformation and success.

[00:23:05] Wrestling as entertaining soap operas.

[00:26:15] Throwing coaches under the bus.

[00:32:38] Bruh ran for a first down.

[00:34:12] Offensive line and quarterback protection.

[00:38:12] Brock Purdy's impressive performance.

[00:40:02] Sacramento Monarchs and WNBA championships.

[00:45:32] The WNBA catwalk.

[00:48:32] Ravens asking RG3 to mentor Lamar Jackson.

[00:54:26] Football as a cutthroat fraternity.

[00:57:40] Taking time off work.

[01:01:19] Hazard pay.

[01:03:50] Going broke from food.