

Nothing Personal with David Samson
Le Batard & Friends, Sports, Baseball, MLB
NPDS - Nothing Personal with David Samson is a daily sports podcast hosted by David Samson. David is dedicated to decoding the endless musings of players, owners and others in a concise, articulate and entertaining manner. Samson was in charge of a Major League Baseball team for 18 years, with winning a World Series ring, building a new ballpark, hosting an All-Star game, and buying and selling a franchise, among his many experiences and accomplishments. His breadth of knowledge covers all aspects of sport. This podcast will be the destination for fans of sports and entertainment who want to hear the truth about real situations as they occur each day. Every segment will give his audience a unique perspective, not found anywhere else. His voice is strong and unwavering, his brand is honesty and his reach is extraordinary. And remember, it's just business...It's nothing personal! Subscribe to Nothing Personal on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@npds
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Dec 5, 2019 • 46min
Let me clear things up for Mets fans (12/5)
Today's word of the day is "suspended" after a 49ers radio analyst decided to say some ridiculous things about Lamar Jackson (0:06). Okay Mets fans, this is for you. Let me clear things up on the "sale" of the Mets (1:11). It's time for a stadium discussion - what's going on with the Angels and the Rays (8:51)? So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? The Yankees are exploring selling the teams streaming rights to Amazon and a listener asked me to explain that (17:13). We need to have a talk about high school sports and exploiting those kids for views (23:31). The White Sox have been complete fools in free agency (27:05). Review of the Day - The Report (30:14). Cyber Monday saw Lamar Jackson sell the most merchandise in all of sports, but who had the best jersey sale (34:01)? The Pope even got a Lamar Jackson autographed jersey, but do I think that it made it back to the Vatican City? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 4, 2019 • 46min
What a rollercoaster of a day for Mets fans (12/4)
Today's word of the day is 'shuns' and you have Tiger Woods to thank for it (0:06). Zack Wheeler got how much money from the Phillies!? What is that team doing (2:07)? The Mets are reportedly looking to shed 'bad' salary... sure (6:38). Let's talk about the MLB and its relationship with adderall (14:04). Eli Manning is back for the Giants (25:11)! Pop some bottles of champagne! Party time! BREAKING NEWS VIA SO YOU WANNA TALK TO SAMSON!? What does this Steve Cohen/Wilpon deal mean for the future of the New York Mets (28:13). Review of the Day - The Kominsky Review (36:26). Miami Marlins announce the team will move the fences in at Marlins Park... I tried that already (38:26). Could the Patriots really bring back Antonio Brown? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 2019 • 46min
Reading comments from the Chicago Cubs and Carolina Panthers make me laugh (12/3)
Today's word of the day is 'productive' as in what's happening between MLB and Bernie Sanders is not productive (0:06). Jerry Jones is back in the news today and he loves it (0:52). Chicago Cubs GM Theo Epstein had some great things to say about not offering a deal to Addison Russell (4:47). Starling Marte wants a trade to the Mets, but he should have kept that to himself (9:48). Let's do a follow up on Josh Shaw gambling (13:17). Jaguars bench Nick Foles and now have a huge decision to make (15:58). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me about the show 'The Franchise' and why it fell apart during the Marlins year (20:26). BREAKING NEWS! Panthers fire Ron Rivera so let's break down what owner David Tepper really was saying in his release (27:48). Review of the Day - 'Ad Astra' (31:47). Phil Mickelson is going to Saudi Arabia (33:47) and the Chicago Blackhawks make my head hurt (36:40). I've got bad news for the Pelicans and I hope I'm wrong. #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 2, 2019 • 46min
NFL gambling leads to suspension and the MLB non-tender deadline (12/2)
Today's word of the day is 'true' because I appreciate Dan Quinn's honesty (0:06). Arizona Cardinals DB Josh Shaw has been suspended for at least next season for gambling on the NFL (1:08). Freddie Kitchens continues to be a fool for the Cleveland Browns (5:36). Greg Sciano worked his magic and got Rutgers to fall for his trap (11:33). Monday night is the non-tender deadline in MLB, so let's talk about what that means (13:58). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? - Here's how I started a newspaper delivery business after law school and got caught up in a murder case (18:24). Today's review is 'The Irishman' (29:35). I've got some good stories about Bobby Valentine (32:00). Nameless executives are cowards (35:18). Chris Sale met with Dr. James Andrews so I'll tell you what those meetings are like. James Harden is a scoring machine, but after scoring 61 points the other night will he score 62 points in a game this year? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 27, 2019 • 46min
Jerry Jones loves keeping the Dallas Cowboys in the news (11/27)
Today's word of the day is 'clique' in honor of the Kansas City Royals new owner (0:06). Jerry Jones is back! Not that he ever left, but he's back and he said some great things about Jason Garrett (3:13). Steve Kerr needs to stop with the nicknames and start with proving he's a good coach (7:48). So you wanna talk to Samson!? A listener asked me how I felt about the Knicks and I need to vent to you all (10:28). The NBA forgot to talk to its players about some of the changes they want to make and James Harden is mad (16:42). Let's review the new Aladdin and see how it hold up against the old one (18:56). Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said some ridiculous things, only for Redskins interim head coach Bill Callahan to say something even more ridiculous (21:00). Are you voting for the MLB All-MLB team? No you're not. Stop it (27:24). I'll tell you everything you need to know about Papa John's and how stadium pizza deals get done (32:46). Will Joel Embiid be held scoreless again tonight? #waittosee BONUS! Inaugural Turkey of the Year is handed out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 26, 2019 • 46min
From Calgary Flames to Bernie Sanders... just hear me out (11/26)
Today's word of the day is 'Boomer'. Please stop with the 'Ok, Boomer' already (0:06). The Calgary Flames and the NHL are investigating head coach Bill Peters for alleged racial slurs used 10 years ago (2:45). Let's discuss what SHOULD happen vs what WILL happen. Bernie Sanders wrote a letter to MLB and I'll tell you everything he got wrong (14:15). Marcus Smart had some real interesting things to say about why last seasons Celtics stunk (19:21). Jim Boylen also said some interesting things last night (31:21). Let's laugh together. Derek Jeter, remember me, your pal David Samson, it's time we have a talk (24:31). Review of the day - Blinded By The Light (29:26). A report came out about Vlade Divac passing on Luka Doncic because of his dad (36:30)! I have some good stories about this. It's not about IF, but about WHEN Jerry Jones fires his whole coaching staff (41:46). #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 25, 2019 • 46min
The Dallas Cowboys have become a failure on the field (11/25)
Today's word of the day is 'Gore' (0:06). How many people can name the top three rushers in NFL history? Jerry Jones has turned the Dallas Cowboys into the world's biggest off-field success and one of the biggest on-filed disappointments (1:29). I have a message for Cleveland Brown's fans. It's not a good one (5:06). Dwayne Haskins taking a selfie during the game needs to be talked about (8:17). The NBA wants to make big changes and the MLB is jealous (11:15). Seattle Mariners signed its top prospect to a major league deal and he hasn't played above Double-A ball before... what (18:29)? Eagles guard Brandon Brooks had to leave the game on Sunday because of anxiety - we need to discuss this and how valuable his message was today (22:38). This is the real reason there was a protest at Harvard/Yale (27:39). I'm jealous a football game was played at Marlins Park (32:54). Review of the day - 'Man in the High Castle' (37:30). Colin Kaepernick is not playing in the NFL this season, but what about next one (43:18)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 22, 2019 • 46min
Billion dollar battle for Los Angeles between the Rams and Chargers (11/22)
Word of the day is 'Nerf' - you better know what a Nerf football is (0:06). Let's do a deep dive into the billion dollar battle for Los Angeles between the Chargers and Rams (1:04). Yes, Jerry Jones and the Yankees are involved. Speaking of the Yankees, they want Jacoby Ellsbury to pay and this is how they'll try and do it (11:35). You Wanna Talk to Samson?! Today's listener wanted me to breakdown the Chicago Cubs offseason plans, so I did (16:03). Fans should not have to worry about a strike in the MLB (21:04). Who is the best player for each NBA franchise? I cannot believe how mad I got over this list (29:31). Review of the Day - my top 3 favorite Josh Gad roles (34:54). Washington Redskins and Nike, and the Salute to Service scam (38:14). So many big games this weekend in the NFL and I have three favorites that will surely hit or will they? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 21, 2019 • 46min
Myles Garrett better have some proof (11/21)
Today's word of the day is 'Penny' because that's how James Wiseman should pay back the NCAA for what his coach did (0:06). Myles Garrett's suspension was upheld by the NFL, but a story broke saying that he alleged Mason Rudolph of using a racial slur leading up to their fight (1:04). That's major and he better have proof. Yasmani Grandal signed a record deal with the White Sox the day after Jacoby Ellsbury and Wei-Yin Chen were released over mega deals - let's discuss roster management (7:31). YOU WANNA TALK TO SAMSON!? A listener asked me to comment on Astros owner Jim Crane refusing to comment on the sign-stealing scandal (16:34). Gregg Popovich will likely make history AND had the chance to make history, but he didn't (23:42). Shame. Mark Cuban took Luka Doncic because he's never been afraid to make those moves, and that's why the MLB was scared of him (29:47). Review of the day 'Shakespear In Love' (35:51). It's time to talk about cyber threats (38:21). They are real and they are hurtful. Will Jose Mourinho be successful in his first game as Tottenham's head man (42:13)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 20, 2019 • 46min
So, Orlando wants an MLB team (11/20)
Today's word of the day is 'fifteen' because we're talking hockey (0:06). Orlando wants a baseball team or do they or is it only just a dream (1:30)? Pittsburgh Pirates and Miami Dolphins both had players arrested and accused of serious crimes - here is how teams deal with those (7:13). A former Sacramento Kings exec stole $13.4 million from the team and NOBODY knew about it... yea right (12:27). Let's revisit the Browns/Steelers fight. There's something else we should discuss about it (17:27). Review of the day is 'Who Do I Think I Am' (20:34). Inter Miami is almost here so let's have a good laugh about that teams future (23:47). Tottenham fire Muaricio Pochettino for Jose Mourinho (29:19). That was talking soccer with Samson. Carmelo Anthony is not a winner, but will his stint with the Blazers change my mind (37:17)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


