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Veteran Broadcaster Drops Bold Take on Dale Earnhardt Jr. Over NASCAR's Best Podcast
In a fast-changing media world, podcasts have become a key bridge — linking NASCAR’s rich history with its fresh future. But in a space full of voices and choices, one question keeps popping up: What’s the best NASCAR podcast? Many fans would say Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s “Dale Jr. Download” is the clear favorite. But longtime […]

In a fast-changing media world, podcasts have become a key bridge — linking NASCAR’s rich history with its fresh future. But in a space full of voices and choices, one question keeps popping up: What’s the best NASCAR podcast?
Many fans would say Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s “Dale Jr. Download” is the clear favorite. But longtime NASCAR broadcaster Mike Joy has a surprising pick — and it’s not from Earnhardt’s podcast empire.
Mike Joy Picks FOX-Backed Show Over Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Podcast
For Joy, the best podcast in NASCAR is “Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour.” Backed by FOX Sports, the show is hosted by 2014 Cup Series champ Kevin Harvick, alongside co-hosts Mamba Smith and Kaitlyn Vincie.
Joy, 75, has worked with FOX for decades, so his loyalty to the network isn’t surprising. Still, picking Harvick’s podcast over Dale Jr.’s shocked some fans. Racing news page BrakeHard broke the story online when it posted Joy’s comment.
“For what we think is the best podcast in NASCAR,” Joy said, sparking tons of reactions. Fans quickly jumped in to defend “Dale Jr. Download,” calling it the gold standard for NASCAR podcasts.
Earnhardt’s show has become a weekly must-listen in the racing world, packed with interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and deep reflections from his racing career.
MORE: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Looks Forward to Exciting NASCAR Broadcast
Meanwhile, “Happy Hour” brings its own energy with rotating guests, from drivers to insiders, and covers news, analysis, and fun topics — all through a FOX Sports lens.
While both shows aim to entertain and inform, many still believe Dale Jr.’s podcast holds the top spot. And it’s not his only project.
The former driver-turned-media mogul has built a full-on podcast network:
- “Actions Detrimental” with Denny Hamlin dives into bold takes on the sport.
- “Bless Your Hardt” with wife Amy Earnhardt gives fans a peek into family life.
- “Dirty Mo Dough” with Steve Letarte focuses on betting and race picks.
And let’s not forget “Door Bumper Clear,” hosted by Freddie Kraft, TJ Majors, Brett Griffin, and Casey Boat. It gives fans a unique spotter’s-eye view from the roof.
So, which NASCAR podcast tops your list? Drop your favorite in the comments below.
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Giants already treating Malik Nabers like top receiver he plans to be
There is often a dance to be done with upper echelon wide receivers. They do not all have to be divas, but there is a need for them to believe they are so good, so skilled, that they cannot be stopped. That no defense, no single cornerback, can deal with them. “How dare they challenge […]


There is often a dance to be done with upper echelon wide receivers.
They do not all have to be divas, but there is a need for them to believe they are so good, so skilled, that they cannot be stopped. That no defense, no single cornerback, can deal with them.
“How dare they challenge me with their primitive skills’’ is the way Mike Tyson put it in his prime, and even if we leave out the last part of that haunting quote — “they’re just as good as dead’’ — the message remains clear.
Malik Nabers is not there just yet, and there is every reason to project that he one day will be. There is also every reason to assume the Giants need him to be more than he was as a rookie, when he was pretty darn good.
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NFL training camp 2025 live updates
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams bounded into the media room and greeted reporters with his customary and enthusiastic, “How’s it going, everybody?” With that, 2025 training camp got underway. Williams is in his second NFL training camp with his second NFL head coach — who is already his third play caller. He’s the latest in […]

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams bounded into the media room and greeted reporters with his customary and enthusiastic, “How’s it going, everybody?”
With that, 2025 training camp got underway.
Williams is in his second NFL training camp with his second NFL head coach — who is already his third play caller. He’s the latest in a long line of Bears quarterbacks who will be monitored, scrutinized, followed and analyzed over the six weeks of training camp as fans and observers look for signs that Williams is on the right path.
“We’re not looking too far ahead, but as we know, we have the Vikings first game Monday night, 8 p.m.,” Williams said. “So obviously you don’t look too far ahead, but you do understand that that time, you’re on a time limit.
“And so the race is here.”
We heard from general manager Ryan Poles, head coach Ben Johnson, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and Williams, as the full team returned to Halas Hall to get set for the opening practice on Wednesday morning. Here are five observations from the kickoff to training camp.
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Threatened at Boston Marathon
Running in the Boston Marathon was a longtime dream for Natalie Daniels, and doing it six months’ postpartum, she says, felt like a way to celebrate the beauty and power of the female body. That’s why Daniels says she was troubled to learn that the Boston Marathon was now allowing men who identify as women […]

Running in the Boston Marathon was a longtime dream for Natalie Daniels, and doing it six months’ postpartum, she says, felt like a way to celebrate the beauty and power of the female body.
That’s why Daniels says she was troubled to learn that the Boston Marathon was now allowing men who identify as women to compete in the women’s category.
Daniels, an avid marathon runner, shared her concerns regarding the Boston Marathon policy on social media and on a podcast with XX-XY Athletics just a few days before the marathon in April. Almost instantly, people Daniels knew and did not know began attacking her over her opinion that men should not be allowed to compete in the women’s category.
The mom, in her early 30s, faced threats, with individuals online encouraging Boston Marathon attendees to throw bottles at her while she ran.

Following the race, Daniels was kicked out of her running club for refusing to state that a man, with sufficient hormones and treatment, could ever become a woman. Today, she has partnered with XX-XY Athletics, a pro-women athletic apparel company, to stand up for the integrity and protection of women’s sports.
Daniels joins “Problematic Women” to share her story and explain how her faith in God has played a critical role in her running journey.
Also on today’s show, we discuss Democrat California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s appearance on “The Shawn Ryan Show,” a popular podcast, and the controversy following Chip and Joanna Gaines’ decision to feature a same-sex couple on their new TV series. Also: Is “Swag,” Justin Bieber’s new album, a hit or a miss? We give our reactions.
Enjoy the show!
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Jason & Travis Kelce Give Sad Update On Their "New Heights" Podcast That Will Upset Fans
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Will Ratelle on Giant Sets and the Art of Adaptive Training
Today’s guest is Will “Hoss” Ratelle — former All-Big Sky linebacker turned strength and conditioning coach, with experience at the University of North Dakota, the NFL, and the CFL. Known for his intense, results-driven training style, Hoss blends his pro football background with evidence-based methods to build size, speed, and resilience in athletes. He’s also […]

Today’s guest is Will “Hoss” Ratelle — former All-Big Sky linebacker turned strength and conditioning coach, with experience at the University of North Dakota, the NFL, and the CFL. Known for his intense, results-driven training style, Hoss blends his pro football background with evidence-based methods to build size, speed, and resilience in athletes. He’s also the creator of popular programs like “Hoss Concurrent” and a respected voice in the online performance space.
Most fitness and training education tends to be rigid, centered around fixed sets, reps, heart rate zones, and prescribed loads and timing. While this structure has value, athletes eventually need to move beyond it and enter a more adaptive, natural rhythm of training. Sets and reps can serve as a starting point, but great coaching gives training a feel, one that fosters ownership, problem-solving, and deeper athlete engagement.
On today’s episode, Will Ratelle shares practical strategies for building training protocols that allow for flexibility and athlete autonomy. He discusses how to keep athletes dialed in during strength and power work, while also diving into topics like hamstring rehab, velocity-based training, and more.
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Timestamps
0:12 – Transitioning from College S&C to Academia and Private Sector
5:41 – Training Adjustments for Harsh Winter Environments
9:35 – The Role of Giant Sets in Strength Training
15:11 – Building Competition and Problem-Solving into Small Group Training
18:05 – Time-Based Plyometrics for Better Autoregulation
22:50 – Applying Time-Based Models to Jumps and Olympic Lifts
27:21 – Minimalist Approach to Accessory Work in Training
30:54 – Using Velocity-Based Training for Autoregulation
41:25 – Hamstring Rehab Strategies Using Sled Work and Sprint Progressions
44:37 – Perspectives on Nordics and Eccentric Hamstring Training
Actionable Takeaways
Training Adjustments for Harsh Winter Environments – [5:41]
Training outdoors year-round is unrealistic in extreme winters. Will adapts by simplifying programming indoors and accepting seasonal fluctuations in volume and intensity.
What to try:
Plan for seasonal ebbs and flows, especially in outdoor-heavy programs.
Shift to more controlled indoor environments during harsh weather periods.
Keep aerobic and speed elements alive through creative indoor alternatives like tempo sleds or circuits.
The Role of Giant Sets in Strength Training – [9:35]
Will uses giant sets to create training flexibility. These allow athletes to autoregulate volume, manage energy, and work at their own pace without strict rep schemes.
What to try:
Build sessions around circuits of 3–4 movements: main lift, jump, core, mobility.
Set time limits (e.g., 20 minutes) instead of strict sets/reps.
Let athletes self-select volume based on daily readiness.
Building Competition and Problem-Solving into Small Group Training – [15:11]
Will’s small group setups naturally encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and friendly competition—all without over-coaching.
What to try:
Create circuits or mini-competitions that require collaboration.
Encourage athletes to solve challenges together (e.g., team med ball throws for max reps).
Keep coaching cues minimal—let athletes figure things out.
Time-Based Plyometrics for Better Autoregulation – [18:05]
Will prefers time-based plyo sets to help athletes naturally regulate their own volume and quality of output as they warm up and fatigue.
What to try:
Run 30-60 second blocks for depth jumps or hops instead of fixed reps.
Encourage gradual build-up in intensity within each b…
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Host of 'The r/BillSimmons Podcast' explains why Simmons' show is 'objectively worse' now
Call it a sign of the times that there is such a thing as a person who hosts a podcast, based on a sub-Reddit, that is dedicated to a podcast host. Alas, this is the case for the man behind The r/BillSimmons Podcast, a sometime-troll and sometime-hype man for Bill Simmons, The Ringer founder known […]


Call it a sign of the times that there is such a thing as a person who hosts a podcast, based on a sub-Reddit, that is dedicated to a podcast host. Alas, this is the case for the man behind The r/BillSimmons Podcast, a sometime-troll and sometime-hype man for Bill Simmons, The Ringer founder known to his earliest fans as The Sports Guy.
This week, the anonymous host of The r/BillSimmons did an interview with Tom Ley at Defector in which he joked about his own parasocial role in the sports media industrial complex and spilled some takes on why Simmons is “objectively worse” as a podcast host in 2025 than he was a decade ago.
According to the host, Simmons’ fall-off comes from the fact that he no longer conducts big-time interviews like he did in his ESPN and Grantland days. The host also believes Simmons is less prepared and interested in sports conversation than he used to be, a fate that befalls many aging hosts.
Here are the comments, in full:
Yeah, it’s an excellent question and people who don’t listen don’t understand it. We don’t hate Bill Simmons—if we did, we wouldn’t listen. Personally, I think his podcast is objectively worse than it used to be in terms of quality of content. At ESPN he featured a wider variety of guests than today’s Ringer-dominant lineup, brought on key sports figures such as David Stern more often, had on celebrities which were often doing interesting longform interviews for the first time, and talked about most sports rather than being so NBA heavy. Additionally, I think Bill has regressed as a host—he doesn’t prepare as much, he interrupts guests instead of listening and asking questions, and the podcast is usually more about him than his guests, which I don’t think was the case at the start and which I believe developed as Bill became more famous and successful. Plus, I just don’t think Bill cares as much about sports as he used to, which inevitably shows up in the pod.
If Simmons is slacking, it hardly shows in the data. The Bill Simmons Podcast (the real one, not the one based on the sub-Reddit) remains one of the top sports podcasts on the planet. On top of that, Simmons routinely draws 200,000-plus viewers on his recently launched YouTube channel for new episodes.
Some elements of this answer, however, are inarguable. Even Simmons recently teased a coming uptick in interviews, noting that Spotify is building out more studio space throughout Los Angeles in the near future.
Since launching his trailblazing podcast in 2007, there have been a great many imitators. Some have succeeded in taking up some space on what The Sports Guy might call “Bill Simmons Island.” He isn’t the only one having irreverent, gimmicky sports conversations anymore.
Perhaps that is why longtime listeners are coming back. Simmons is a genre unto himself, and all the slop out there can make you hungry for the original thing. At least, that’s what the host of The r/BillSimmons Podcast thinks.
“We know the content is worse than it used to be, but we keep coming back because it’s enjoyable to listen for all his Simmons-isms, making fun of him and his guests for the stupid sh*t they say, laugh at his extremely confident predictions that don’t pan out, and revel in the joy of a Boston team losing a playoff game and Simmons going mad,” he told Defector.
The current Simmons is less crass, less experimental, and more self-indulgent than the guy who was putting out podcasts in the shadows at ESPN nearly 20 years ago. By that standard, this anonymous host is likely correct to call Simmons “worse” at being a sports podcast host. But Simmons is undeniably as good as ever at being Bill Simmons.
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