Nothing Personal with David Samson

Le Batard & Friends, Sports, Baseball, MLB
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Jan 13, 2020 • 46min

EVERYTHING you need to know about Houston Astros punishment (1/13)

Today's word of the day is 'grandiloquent' so let me explain what that means (0:06). Wow! Wow! Wow! MLB handed down a historic punishment on the Houston Astros about 2 minutes before I recorded this. Let's go step by step and talk about everything Rob Manfred had to say. This whole podcast is dedicated to Jeff Lunhow, AJ Hinch, and Jim Crane. There will be more and more details released on what's happening so be sure to follow me on Twitter @ DavidPSamson. Will this impact the Astros in 2020 or do I think they're still contenders? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 10, 2020 • 46min

Let me explain what MLB arbitration is (1/10)

Today's word of the day is 'murder' because that's what everyone at Boeing should be charged with (0:06). Today is the day in MLB where players and teams can avoid arbitration. I need to explain what happens because it can be very confusing (1:20). Let's dissect what Giants owner John Mara had to say about why he didn't offer a deal to Matt Rhlue (16:49). The Giants instead hired Joe Judge to be it's coach and he "won" his press conference. So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph got played into signing gloves for a media member who sold the gloves for profit -- here are the dangers of that business (23:29). Review - Don't F**k With Cats (29:08). Mississippi State changed the search firm game forever, in the worst way (33:23). It's time for my NFL playoff picks - this could be bad news. #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 9, 2020 • 46min

The NFL gives us the most amazing quotes (1/9)

Today's word of the day is 'bells' because that's all Jerry Jones heard during his sleepover with Mike McCarthy (0:06). Aaron Rodgers had some fun comments on the hiring of Mike McCarthy by Dallas (1:19). John Beilein is in some hot water with the Cavaliers so let me explain how I'd react (6:03). Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper said some ridiculous things when asked about Cam Newton... let's decode them (14:10). Doug Pederson's comments on the hit that took out Carson Wentz sent the league office into a frenzy (17:00). Review - The Lighthouse (21:25). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? I was asked if I think there would be a strike in MLB (23:43). A crazy brawl in a Venezuelan baseball game brought back memories of doing business there (32:45). I respond to people who say I can't talk about the Rooney Rule. Will the Browns hire a minority coach? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 8, 2020 • 46min

What do Tom Brady and Anthony Davis have in common...(1/8)

Today's word of the day is 'seventeen' and Emmanuel Sanders knows why (0:06). Tom Brady took to Instagram to talk about his future (1:51). Anthony Davis obviously rejected the Lakers max-offer, but how did that info leak (5:55)? Kevin Love apologized for acting like a little kid (12:05). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if I ever made a deal I knew would impact other teams or players... HA (15:30)! MLB is looking into technology to combat sign stealing... sure (23:39). Review - The Two Popes (27:51). North Carolina head coach Roy Williams had some choice words for his team (31:46). Alex Ovechkin needs to be better because the NHL needs him to be (35:12). Miami Heat are changing the game with this Dwyane Wade jersey retirement (38:55). The Lakers go as far as LeBron and Anthony Davis take them so will his ass injury hold him out long? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 7, 2020 • 46min

So now the Red Sox join the Astros in the cheaters' circle (1/7)

Today's word of the day is 'Schitt' because Schitt's Creek is BACK (0:06)! David Tepper broke out his check book and will pay BIG money for Matt Rhule... why (1:28)? The New York Giants made a panic move and hired Joe Judge (5:08). The NFL doesn't respect the Rooney Rule (10:54). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Let's break down the Astros and Red Sox scandal(16:01). Review - Joker (26:48). XFL announces rules for upcoming season and I LOVE THEM (30:38)! Dodgers owner Stan Kasten went to war with the LA Times and that's always a bad mistake (39:09). Jeopardy's Greatest of All Time tournament kicks off tonight and there's only one right answer as to who win...... #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 6, 2020 • 46min

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made sure NFL playoffs were about him (1/6)

Today's word of the day is 'ecstatic' because I'm finally back (0:06)! Sunday the Dallas Cowboys fired head coach Jason Garrett after one of the most bizarre weeks in football (0:58). Monday the Dallas Cowboys hired Mike McCarthy as head coach after one of the most bizarre weeks in football. Is the Patriots dynasty now over or can Robert Kraft save the day (10:53)? Today is not Monday... it's Tuaday, as in Tua Tagovailoa made a decision on his future (15:13). Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says the team was DEFINITELY not tanking this season (20:00). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if I could do anything in college or law school differently, knowing what the outcome of each was, what would i do (25:13)? Review - Golden Globes 2020 (33:08). Kevin Love is a big baby (38:30)! Tua will likely be drafted in this year's NFL draft, but will he go TOP 5!? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 30, 2019 • 45min

Nothing Personal Bonus Episode 2 (12/30)

What were the biggest stories of the decade? Let’s discuss. Being the movie buff that I am I’ll give you my list of best movies of the decade. I can’t believe I’m doing this, but it’s time to start releasing my top 100 movies of ALL TIME. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 23, 2019 • 46min

Nothing Personal Bonus Episode 1 (12/23)

The most tweeted about teams and athletes of 2019 will really surprise you (0:06). I'd like to take some time to chat about community service (8:58). It was a big part of our Marlins team. Here are all the details about my famous 2012 trade between the Marlins and Blue Jays (17:45). I previously discussed how to get a job in sports, so now let me tell you how to keep one (36:47). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 20, 2019 • 46min

The NCAA has a problem that the NBA can easily solve (12/20)

Today's word of the day is 'grievance' and the Yankees have 26 million reasons why (0:06) James Wiseman left Memphis and exposed how big of a problem the NCAA has when it comes to college basketball (1:00). Baker Mayfield can't stop saying the wrong things (7:07). The 2020 NBA Hall of Fame candidates were announced and this is a big, big topic when comparing to MLB (10:34). Washington Wizards are using Rui Hachimura to break into Japan and it's genius (15:52). Review - 6 Underground (21:45). Cleveland Indians are shopping Francisco Lindor and anyone who complains about that doesn't know baseball (25:17). CC Sabathia is joining the media and the only way he'll be good is if he isn't afraid to criticize current players (29:03). Shohei Ohtani has apparently finished his throwing rehab program, but let me explain what it really means (31:10). I've had enough of Antonio Brown (34:20). So You Wanna Talk To Samson? What's the most disappointing team I've ever been a part of (37:55)? So do the Indians do the smart thing and trade Lindor? # waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 19, 2019 • 46min

You WON'T BELIEVE Yankees Gerrit Cole's Opt Out Clause (12/18)

Word of the Day - Schadenfreude. Executives and fans share this feeling for rivals. And it's ok! (1:00) Jaguars fire Tom Coughlin. The Owner says he was going to be fired after the season. Why do it now? What really happened? (2:07) You won't believe Gerrit Cole's unique opt out structure in his contract and why he texted Giancarlo Stanton after Cole signed with the New York Yankees (8:09) Why did Nike make Major League Baseball an offer they couldn't refuse? (16:00) So you wanna talk to Samson? David answers a question from a listener about Carmelo Anthony buying his number 7 for only $3,000 (21:09) Why did the Golden State Warriors leave out Kevin Durant on a tribute video on Twitter? David's been there before and explains the pettiness from the Warriors (29:21) Why is the NAVY preventing Boston Red Sox prospect Noah Song from fulling his dream playing Major League Baseball? (32:25) David Samson reviews Survivor Season 39 (35:53) David is on fire with his picks of the day. Find out who he likes in the Lakers Bucks match-up in the NBA (41:09) #WaitToSee American Airlines Arena needs a new name and David has some suggestions (43:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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