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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Mar 3, 2026 • 54min
My experience running the Tokyo Marathon; War with Iran; Update on the Padres sale (Episode 1420 Hour 1)
Today’s word of the day is ‘arigato’ as in thank you as in Japan as in marathon as in wow. I can’t believe I got it done. I finished the Tokyo Marathon… and I am hurting today. (13:50) A war with Iran broke out while I was overseas. Here we go. (23:30) Paramount won. They got Warner Bros Discovery for a nice $110 billion. Paramount will turn HBO and Paramount+ into a mega streaming service. It will have a load of sports offerings. And Netflix leaves with $2.8 billion. (33:01) Review: Armed with Only a Camera. (37:22) The Padres are for sale, that we knew. Now we know who some of the bidders are. (45:40) The Athletics ballpark in Las Vegas is being built, but I cannot let them say some of these things without a response.
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Feb 25, 2026 • 52min
It's a Coca Wednesday! Happy Birthday (Thursday) David! ABS has broken umpires! Spring Training watch! (Episode 1419 Hour 2)
Everyone go wish David a Happy Birthday on Thursday! We won't be back until next Tuesday! David is going to run a marathon in Japan! How cool!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 25, 2026 • 54min
The State of the Union is... winning?; Breaking down the latest Paramount offer for Warner Bros.! (Episode 1419 Hour 1)
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Today’s word of the day is ‘sotu’ as in State of the Union as in President Trump as in Republican as in Democrat. What did you get from that speech? The clapping? The verbal sparring? The facts? (17:50) Paramount has raised its bid. Is Netflix going to push for Warner Bros. Discovery? Should you care? (30:30) The Atlanta Braves have a new broadcast deal. They are launching their own network! This is different than what other MLB teams have done. (38:40) Review: Eleanor the Great. (42:30) Indiana Pacers have a slight problem. Head coach Rick Carlisle went off on the NBA league office. Was he right, though?
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Feb 24, 2026 • 53min
NBA's 65-game rule could eliminate multiple MVP candidates! WNBA CBA update! A deadline has been given! (Episode 1418 Hour 2)
Could the MVP of the NBA not actually be the MVP of the NBA? It could happen. The 65-game rule has come under a microscope and it is interesting. SGA? Wemby? Jokic? Luka? Here enters Cade Cunningham! (10:40) WNBA update again! The WNBA has given a deadline. (24:20) The Lakers are raising season ticket prices. How fun. (32:05) Follow up on the Angels story from yesterday! (37:20) A follow up on the Phillies! (45:31) The franchise tag is here in the NFL. George Pickens looks like a likely target for the Cowboys.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 53min
WBC update: Skubal only pitching one game for USA!?; Would you turn down a State of the Union invite? (Episode 1418 Hour 1)
Today’s word of the day is ‘lobby’ as in Tarik Skubal as in Team USA as in World Baseball Classic as in regular season as in Detroit Tigers. The best pitcher in baseball is making just one start. That’s it. No high leverage. A pool game. (20:12) US Hockey’s men’s team is headed to the White House. The women’s team said no. (33:20) Review: The Perfect Neighbor. (37:15) Something happened at BAFTA and it needs to be discussed. (48:30) NPPOD.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 53min
MLB Preseason Hot Seat already!? Bears in Indiana? No chance! NBA tanking talk has reach PEAK crazy! (Episode 1417 Hour 2)
Hot seat chatter for MLB front offices and which executives might be on the chopping block this spring. Wild speculation about the Chicago Bears possibly relocating and the political games behind stadium bids. A heated takedown of NBA tanking debates, proposed lottery fixes, and provocative ideas to stop intentional losing. Ongoing WNBA labor standoff and the growing risk of a work stoppage.
Feb 23, 2026 • 52min
Team USA sweeps Canada for Olympic hockey golds! Angels owner says winning isn't Top 5 for fans!? (Episode 1417 Hour 1)
Dramatic Olympic hockey doubleheader: men's and women's teams beat Canada in overtime thrillers. Debate over an owner claiming winning is not a top priority for fans and what that means for team spending. A star player's salary expectations get called into question. A film review and a somber discussion about a young athlete's reported suicide round out the conversation.
Feb 19, 2026 • 54min
It's a Coca Thursday! Award-winner! What happens in a CBA negotiation? How much will the Seahawks sell for!? (Episode 1416 Hour 2)
Matthew Coca joins me again for another Coca Thursday! This week we discuss more on the CBA negotiations in MLB, the sale of the Seahawks, his favorite show on TV, the Olympics... and his award!
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Feb 19, 2026 • 53min
MLBPA elects Bruce Meyer, what comes next? Guardians GM says quiet part out loud! Paramount and the UFC have a MAJOR problem (Episode 1416 Hour 1)
Today’s word of the day is ‘interim’ as in MLBPA as in executive director as in Bruce Meyer as in Tony Clark as in a new day. Bruce Meyer, who was the No. 2 in the union, got elected unanimously to lead this next round of negotiations. What changes? Who has the advantage at the table? (23:45) MLB teams are getting more honest. Well, some of them are. You are hearing from Cleveland Guardians GM Mike Chernoff about why his team cannot spend big money like other teams can. Uh oh. (33:40) Review: Die My Love. (36:10) The UFC has a problem. A Sean Strickland problem. If Dana White wants to be taken serious, now is the time. (44:27) NPPOD.
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Feb 18, 2026 • 54min
So You Wanna Talk to Samson! Tony Vitello's awkward interview! WNBA update! 11-year old signs with Phillies!? (Episode 1415 Hour 2)
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It’s a So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! Let’s start with Tony Vitello. He’s the first year manager for the San Francisco Giants, and he’s off to an interesting start. (12:30) The WNBA fight continues. A work stoppage is imminent. Uh oh. (18:45) What is the legal process for a team wanting to leave a sports league? (24:40) Why don’t the Marlins have retired jerseys? Only Jackie Robinson? (32:25) What is going on with international signings? The Phillies signed an 11-year old! (39:35) The death of the RSNs is here. (43:30) How do visas work in sports?
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