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Micah’s Revenge and the Cowboys’ Annual Meltdown Tour | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges is back, wondering aloud (and loudly) if the Packers are suddenly Super Bowl material now that Micah Parsons has swapped jerseys. Mary pops in with sponsor reads that remind you retirement planning is somehow less stressful than watching Dallas’ offensive line try to block. Between Vince Lombardi nostalgia, Aaron Rodgers ghosts, and college football coaches dropping like flies, this episode serves up the full buffet: history lessons, hot takes, and just enough Cowboy doom-and-gloom to ruin your nachos.
If you like sarcasm sprinkled over stats and want to hear why Kevontae Turpin might be Dallas’ last hope for dignity, this one’s for you.
Chapters
00:00:00 - Cowboys vs. Packers: Football or Slow-Motion Tragedy?00:01:17 - Micah Parsons Joins the Dark Side (a.k.a. Green Bay)00:02:45 - Packers History: Vince Lombardi Wouldn’t Believe This Either00:04:30 - Cleveland Browns: Accidentally Good, Accidentally Ruining Dallas’ Weekend00:05:25 - Cowboys’ Injury List: Basically Everyone You Care About00:06:14 - How to Beat Green Bay: Run the Ball (But Probably Don’t)00:07:11 - Kevontae Turpin: Dallas’ Lottery Ticket Return Man00:08:00 - Micah Parsons Homecoming: Applause, No Tribute, Maximum Awkwardness00:08:43 - College Coaches: Fired Faster Than You Can Say NIL00:11:41 - Transfer Portal or Unemployment Line: Pick Your Poison00:12:19 - The “Hot Seat” Section: Coaches Sweating More Than Jerry in August
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Football Trauma Meets Film Therapy | The Clubhouse 16-14

We have another special guest this week in filmmaker Josh David Jordan to talk about his new film as well as our normal shenanigans, and MORE!
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Welcome to The Clubhouse — where Rob Ervin, Don Ford, Alex, and special guest filmmaker Josh David Jordan prove that sports talk and film nerding can co-exist without a referee.
This episode takes you from College Football week 4 highs (and way too many lows) to NFL predictions that are either genius or completely delusional — depending on how your fantasy lineup looks Monday morning. Spoiler: Dallas fans won’t like what’s said about Green Bay.
On the flip side, Josh David Jordan pulls back the curtain on his film El Tonto Porcristo, shares stories from the grind of indie filmmaking, and sprinkles in enough Guillermo del Toro references to make you believe that monsters and movie magic are still alive. By the time the crew debates the Criterion Collection like it’s the playoff committee, you’ll be hooked — whether you’re here for the sports hot takes, the cinephile therapy session, or just the nostalgia of Scrubs reruns.
Because if there’s one thing this podcast proves, it’s that sports heartbreak and the film industry hustle are basically the same game — unpredictable, frustrating, and addictive.
Chapters
00:00:00 - Josh David Jordan Checks Into The Clubhouse00:04:41 - College Football: Week 4 Chaos and Highlights00:10:36 - Fantasy Football: Hope, Pain, and Survivor Pool Disasters00:13:02 - NFL Week Surprises: Teams Playing Like They Forgot the Playbook00:21:17 - Predictions: Some Genius, Some Crimes Against Football00:25:16 - Betting Insights: Because Why Just Suffer Emotionally?00:37:47 - Bears vs. Raiders, Ravens vs. Chiefs: Trash Talk Meets Analysis00:40:28 - Green Bay Favored Against Dallas (Cue the Sad Violins)00:42:30 - NFL Outcomes with a Side of Sarcasm00:45:24 - MLB Standings: Colorado Rockies, Please Stop00:54:08 - TV Endings Nobody Asked For and Celebrity Cameos00:58:08 - Josh David Jordan: Filmmaking Without the Glam Filter01:08:48 - Joys, Miseries, and Miracles of Indie Filmmaking01:14:11 - Taking El Tonto Porcristo on the Road01:15:58 - TV Cancellations: RIP to the Shows We Pretended to Watch01:21:16 - Cinephile Debates: Criterion Hoarders Anonymous01:27:26 - Pop Culture and the Films We’re Pretending We’ve Seen01:34:57 - Collector’s Editions Nobody Has Shelf Space For01:41:38 - Criterion Obsession and Why Our Wallets Cry01:46:36 - Anticipating Movies That Probably Won’t Live Up to Hype01:50:33 - Celebrity Encounters and Scrubs Nostalgia01:52:57 - Theatrical Releases Still Have Magic (Texas Theater Edition)01:56:11 - Filmmaking on a Budget: Stop Waiting, Start Shooting01:58:28 - Wrestling, Movies, and CBD at Sunset Lounge
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¡Al Maximo! Ep.44

¿Es el coordinador o son los jugadores? La defensa de los Cowboys necesita jugar !Al Máximo! para ganar. Las preocupaciones de Dallas esta semana van más allá de recibir a Micah Parsons con los Packers 
Se viene otro espectáculo con casa llena sobre el ring de Jake Paul; esta vez contra un campeón mundial que mucho más bajo y ligero que él, Gervonta Davis 
Esto y más !Al Máximo! 
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Fourth-and-Long Face: Norm’s Cowboys Reality Check | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm wakes up choosing honesty and film study. With Mary riding shotgun (and running the board), “Just Wondering” turns into “Just Wondering How This Team Scores.” From C.D. Lamb’s ankle to a pass rush that couldn’t pop a balloon, Norm sifts through Pro Football Focus grades, calls out the talent gaps, and wonders aloud if “pretty good” Dak can carry a not-so-pretty roster. It’s witty, cranky, and very Norm—peppered with Mary’s sponsor reads, steakhouse cravings, and a plea for chunk plays before the Packers and Lions show up with receipts.
Chapters
00:00:00 - Happy Birthday, Mary… Now About That Cowboys Mess00:00:14 - Fluent Financial Timeout: Nest Eggs vs. Three-Yard Outs00:01:19 - Injuries Happen; Talent Should Too00:03:27 - PFF Reality Check: Corners, Safeties, and Sad Trombone00:06:14 - Linebackers Anonymous: “Hi, We’re Below Average”00:07:01 - O-Line Report: One Solid, One Sieve00:08:24 - Pass Rush? More Like Pass Please00:09:54 - Ten-Minute Bears Drive, Eleven Straight Runs, Infinite Sighs00:10:48 - Big-Picture Panic: Packers, Lions, and Schedule Anxiety00:11:40 - Steak Break: Bob’s Reads Better Than the Offense00:12:24 - Full Moon Healing Balm & Full-Blown Cowboys Blues00:13:40 - The Dak Discourse: Pretty Good vs. Pretty Paid00:16:43 - Life Without C.D.: Dinks, Dunks, and Droughts00:17:28 - Expectation Tax: $60M Targets on QB100:18:54 - Closing Credits: Follow, Share, And Keep Wondering
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I don't watch Men's Podcasts | Beer 30 Sports O'clock

Bri surprises Ziggy with a beer that she likes. Ziggy on the other hand does not. They discuss college football winners losers and Heisman candidates. We discover that Bri doesn’t like men’s voices while driving and Ziggy doesn’t watch Jennifer Hudson show or even believe it exists, just the hype hall. Beer flight of the night surprises everyone again and Conversations at the keg gets Ziggy riled up but what else is new find out on this weeks episode. 
00:00:00 - “It’s Dark.” “It’s a Stout.” Ziggy Panics, Bri Smiles00:03:30 - WNBA Roundup: A’ja’s MVP, Fever Feels, Lynx on the Hunt00:08:30 - College Ball Quickie: Indiana Rolls, OU Flexes, Cupcake Season00:13:40 - NFL Mayhem: Blocks, Upsets, and a Herbert Apology Tour00:23:45 - Cowboys & Pack Watch: Traps, Daks, and Defensive Drama00:30:14 - New York, New Lows: Jets/Giants Therapy Session00:33:37 - Pop Culture Pit Stop: Pods, icks, and sidetracks00:39:38 - Beer Flight of the Night: Stout Smackdown to Tropical IPA00:45:25 - St. Arnold’s Tropical Boom: “Doesn’t Drink Like 9.5%”00:48:10 - Martin House Mayday: Hoppy, Earthy, Kind of a Vibe00:50:34 - Beer Goggles: Sideline Sweat, Cup Chucking, and Lane Being Lane00:54:38 - Six Pack of the Week: Wild Catches, Punt House Calls, and Hockey Hands01:02:58 - Conversations at the Keg: Stop the Ref Rants After the Fact01:08:58 - Closing Time: Best Beer, Worst Take, See You Next Happy Hour
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Happy Birthday, Mary — Sorry About the Game | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm’s had it. The Cowboys went full “piece of dung,” and he’s here to vent so you don’t have to throw your remote through the TV. In this Monday episode, Norm celebrates Mary’s birthday (sort of), then rips into the Dallas Cowboys like a man who’s seen too many decades of bad football. Zero pass rush, busted coverage, Dak’s dink-and-dunk festival — nothing escapes the wrath of Norm.
And because Norm can’t just stop at football, he piles on the Texas Rangers too, lamenting their ability to waste perfect pitching like it’s an art form. If you’ve ever yelled “RUN THE BALL!” at your screen, this one’s for you.
Chapters
00:00:00 - Happy Birthday, Mary (Sorry About the Cowboys)00:01:32 - Who’s Supposed to Be Covering That Guy?00:04:01 - Zero Means Zero: Cowboys’ Pass Rush Disaster00:05:06 - Left Tackle Trouble and Offensive Line Woes00:07:15 - Dak Prescott’s Dink-and-Dunk Mystery00:09:00 - CD Lamb’s Sideline Stroll: Sit Down, Man00:09:48 - Third-and-One Brain Freeze: Why Are We Passing?00:11:17 - Norm’s Full Sideline Rant: “Man Up!”00:11:58 - Media Jinx? Everyone Picked Dallas00:13:35 - A Terrible, No-Good, Must-Win Loss00:15:11 - Full Moon Healing Balm to Calm Cowboy Fans00:16:46 - Rangers’ Seven-Game Implosion and Wasted Pitching00:19:14 - Season’s Epitaph: “They Wasted a Ton of Good Pitching”00:19:20 - Sponsors, Thanks, and a Deep Exhale
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Gold in the Message (Not Wrapped in Trash) | The Clubhouse 16-13

We are back to abnormal with special guest comic book artist and Found One Apparel founder Brent Peeples to talk the week that was in sports, "our sport," Stuff We Watched This Week, and MORE!
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Rob and Alex welcome Brent Peoples, the mind behind faith-driven streetwear brand Found One Apparel — a guy who won’t release anything he wouldn’t wear himself and who finally quit watching football “for stress reasons.” This is two hours of sports takes, movie hot-dish, tech gripes, and steel-chair Cheap Popcast wrestling chaos — stitched together with Brent’s no-BS philosophy on quality, craft, and message. If you like your pods like your fits — clean, limited, and actually worth the hype — this one’s your size.
What you’ll get: NCAA/NFL recaps without the gambling hangover (okay, a little), TV and film brawls (Redford to Spinal Tap), sneaky great tech talk, and a candid peek at how to build a brand that’s both comfortable and convicted.
Chapters
00:01:11 - Welcome to The Clubhouse00:02:51 - Campus Chaos00:07:18 - Sundays Are for Therapy00:15:45 - Bet the House?00:18:16 - Picks We’ll Deny Later00:28:23 - October Itch00:36:34 - Fantasy & Rockies Reality00:41:56 - TV: First Bites00:45:42 - Renewals & Reboots00:54:49 - Redford Forever00:01:03:25 - The Long Walk (Literally)00:01:04:26 - King & Tap00:01:08:53 - Watch This, Skip That00:01:13:50 - Artsy Farrell00:01:22:58 - Great Start, Yikes Finish00:01:26:00 - Steelbooks & Software00:01:28:01 - New OS, New Gremlins00:01:29:31 - Found One: The Fit & the Faith00:01:31:03 - Building a Brand (Not a Slogan)00:01:32:25 - Style x Culture x Art00:01:34:34 - Limited Drops, Unlimited Intent00:01:36:14 - “If I Won’t Wear It…”00:01:38:34 - Cheap Popcast: Bell Rings00:01:46:37 - Stream Wars: ESPN Edition00:01:49:21 - Rumors, Returns, Real Life00:01:55:47 - Post, Ghost, Or Don’t00:01:58:08 - Fantasy Booking Time00:02:02:38 - To Be Continued (Live!)
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Is Miss America Dead? | Engel Angle

Mac takes a (bedazzled) detour from sports to talk with former Miss Georgia runner-up and pageant consultant Jamie Kelton, who spills the tea on the surprisingly intense — and surprisingly relatable — world of competitive pageantry.
From being scouted in a Kroger parking lot to strutting across the Miss Georgia stage with Elle Woods-level vengeance after a breakup, Jamie shares hilarious, heartfelt, and brutally honest insights about the pageant grind. They cover everything from the “stage moms” running wild on message boards, to what it really feels like to finish second, to why McDonald’s fries are the ultimate post-pageant victory lap.
This episode is equal parts therapy session, comedy special, and behind-the-scenes exposé — perfect for anyone who has ever wondered if pageantry still belongs in 2025 America (spoiler: Jamie says yes, but only if the spray tan is even).
Chapters:00:00:00 - Shania Twain, Pageantry & Why We’re Here00:03:17 - From Kroger Parking Lot to Pretty Little Princess00:06:24 - The Comeback: College, Breakups & Miss Cobb County00:09:24 - Stage Moms, Stereotypes & JonBenét Hangovers00:13:00 - Growing Up Tall, Confidence, and “Bambi” Problems00:17:01 - The Dream: Rockettes, DCC, and Erin Andrews Envy00:20:14 - Pageantry as Life Training: Public Speaking, Confidence & Hustle00:25:27 - First Runner-Up Feels (aka Losing the Super Bowl)00:31:03 - McDonald’s Fries: The Post-Pageant Ritual00:33:25 - Six-Month Training Camps & Two-a-Days (Yes, Really)00:36:59 - Does Pageantry Still Matter in 2025? Jamie’s Case for Yes00:39:46 - The Blooper Reel: Bad Answers & Redemption Arcs00:46:09 - Pageant Fans vs. Pageant Moms (Spoiler: Moms Are Worse)00:48:05 - Falcons Cheerleading & the $75 Game Day Grind00:52:41 - Dancing Through Four Quarters: NFL Sideline Marathon00:53:49 - Final Thoughts & Why Jamie Still Has the Performer Bug
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Bear With Me: Norm Wonders if the Cowboys Can Handle Chicago’s New Look | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm is digging deep into one of football’s most storied franchises — the Chicago Bears — just in time for their matchup with the Dallas Cowboys.
He takes us on a trip from the Bears’ Decatur Staleys days (yes, they were named after a starch salesman) all the way to their present-day rebuild under offensive wizard Ben Johnson. With rookie QB Caleb Williams showing promise — and running for his life behind that still-suspect O-line — the Bears are looking dangerous enough to make Cowboys fans sweat.
It’s football history, strategy talk, and a dash of “what if the first team to 40 points just wins?” anxiety — classic Norm at his finest. Plus, a quick look at Arch Manning’s Heisman odds taking a nosedive and why this weekend might be stat-padding season.
Chapters:
00:00:00 – The Chicago Bears’ Wild Ride: From Starch Salesman to Soldier Field00:03:41 – Meet Ben Johnson: The NFL’s Math Nerd-Turned-Mastermind00:06:39 – Caleb Williams, Rookie Record Breaker (and Future Cowboy Heartbreaker?)00:08:22 – Why Dallas Better Fix Its Run Defense, Like, Yesterday00:09:54 – Can Either Defense Stop a Pop Warner Team Right Now?00:10:35 – Norm’s Must-Win Warning: Why This Game Matters Big00:11:17 – Shoutout to Bob’s Steak & Chop House (and Wagyu Dreams)00:11:55 – Norm’s Skin-Spot PSA (and Full Moon Healing Balm Fix)00:12:31 – Betting on the Davey O’Brien: Arch Manning’s Odds Go Limp00:13:47 – Cream Puff Watch: Sam Houston State Edition

¡Al Maximo! Ep.43

- Dak Prescott ha jugador mejor que nunca, pero urge defensa a los Cowboys para competir ! - Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez recibió una clínica de boxeo cortesía de Terence Crawford… y una golpiza- Los Rangers se mantienen en respiración artificial …
 
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You mean Sorbet | Beer 30 Sports O'clock

Bri’s back with a fresh six-pack of Swifty takes, Ziggy’s out here naming Super Bowl dance partners like he’s reading tea leaves in a Solo cup, and Archie Manning catches a few well-aimed words from the bar. We bounce from an “wait, that actually happened?” college upset to WNBA playoff vibes and looming awards, then detour through a boxing clinic (Crawford, you menace), a Packers flex in the NFC, and the Clippers’ money-mystery hour. Bri pulls back the curtain on life at Cowboys Stadium, the Beer Flight gets… bluey, and we close on whether the NBA commish is a worker bee or the whole hive. So many screens, so little time—good thing the Pilsner’s cold.
00:00:00 - Necessary Evil & Necessary Takes05:32:00 - College Pressure Cookers and Surprise L’s11:14:00 - The Manning Name, the Weight, and the Sauce13:01:00 - Upset City: Tears, Triumphs, and Tilted Parlays16:28:00 - Swifty Cam vs. Football Guys: A Ceasefire?21:38:00 - Insurance, Innuendo, and Conspiracy Brain24:16:00 - Crawford’s Clinic and the Post-Fight Pop Quiz29:14:00 - Cheeseheads Ascendant: Green Bay’s NFC Strut33:28:00 - On the Sidelines with Bri: Cowboys Control Room39:54:00 - Fantasy Teams in Shambles, Picks Still Flying50:10:00 - Danny Dimes, But Make It Colts51:58:00 - Beer Flight Goes Bluey (Don’t Ask, Just Sip)1:02:03 - “Did You See That?!” The Week’s Wildest Plays1:10:39 - Clippers, Kawhi, and the Numbers That Don’t Add Up1:18:00 - Convos at the Keg: Worker Commissioner or Boss Man?1:23:00 - Last Call: Ziggy’s Super Bowl Crystal Ball & Bri’s Parting Shot
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Jerry Jones’ Wallet Finally Gets Religion | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm is fired up — and when Norm is fired up, you know the Cowboys have done something worth talking about. In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm takes a hard look at how Jerry Jones might have finally learned his lesson after the Micah Parsons trade. He breaks down how years of “wait-and-see” contract strategies cost the Cowboys a fortune, and why the team’s new aggressive approach to signing players early could actually pay off big.
Then, it’s a ride around Texas college football as Norm highlights some hot starts, big wins, and the Aggies’ heart-stopping upset of Notre Dame that just might reset expectations for the rest of their season. As always, Norm mixes smart analysis with just the right amount of sarcasm, giving you a fresh way to think about the games you watched — and the ones you didn’t.
Chapters:00:00:01 – Jerry Jones and the Micah Parsons Wake-Up Call00:03:56 – Cowboys Finally Learn How to Spend00:06:52 – College Football Cream Puff Weekend Wrap-Up00:09:51 – Aggies’ Road Win and Why It Matters00:13:25 – Texas, Tech, TCU, and UNT Season Outlook
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The Cowboys Survive (Barely) and the Cream Puffs Get Crushed | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges is not sugarcoating this one — the Dallas Cowboys barely escaped disaster against the New York Giants, and Norm has thoughts. In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm breaks down how penalties, blown red-zone opportunities, and the leg of the best kicker in the Milky Way saved Dallas from an embarrassing loss. But don’t relax just yet — the Cowboys’ secondary looked cooked, and Norm wonders what that means as they head into tougher matchups.
Then, it’s “Cream Puff Weekend” in college football, and Norm gleefully recaps the carnage as powerhouse teams ran up the score on their cupcake opponents. But the real headline? UCLA paid $1.2 million to get humiliated by New Mexico — and fired their head coach almost immediately. It’s peak Norm: sharp, funny, and brutally honest.
Tune in for sports insight with a side of wit, and let Norm do what he does best — wonder out loud about the world of football.
Chapters:00:00:00 - Cowboys’ Narrow Escape Against the Giants00:02:18 - Penalties, Pass Defense, and Dallas’ Close Call00:07:37 - Cream Puff Weekend Recap00:09:45 - UCLA’s $1.2 Million Meltdown00:13:10 - Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

Reel Talk, Real Texas - It Came From Texas Film Festival! | The Clubhouse Podcast 16-12

We are in beautiful Downtown Garland on The Square at the Plaza Theater for the opening night of the It Came From Texas Film Festival!  It goes all weekend, so check it out!
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We took the Clubhouse on the road—straight to historic Downtown Garland—for opening night of the third annual It Came From Texas Film Festival. Rob, Alex, and Don set up outside the Plaza Theater and dive into Texas-sized movie lore with PR dynamo Kelly Kitchens, silent-era sage Bruce Calvert (Silent Film Still Archive), and raconteur-in-residence Ferris Rookstool.
From the roar of a replica Bonnie & Clyde getaway car to late-night laughs with the Maki Horror Picture Show, this episode blends classic cinema geekery with backstage festival buzz. Kelly dishes on the festival’s “True Texas Tales” theme and Garland’s delightfully quirky vibe; Bruce explains why seeing old films in a restored movie palace hits different; Ferris tees up panels, surprises, and the history that shaped these stories. Expect film preservation nerdery, Texas trivia, a little tech talk, and the kind of live-on-location chaos that makes you feel like you’re standing on the square with us, ticket in hand.
Featuring: Kelly Kitchens • Bruce Calvert • Ferris RookstoolWhere: Plaza Theater, Garland, TX
Chapters
00:00:00 Opening Night on the Square00:03:12 Why Garland Gets Quirky00:06:05 Bonnie & Clyde Rolls In00:10:14 Maki Horror’s Secret Screening00:14:28 Preserving Film, Preserving Texas00:19:40 The Magic of Classic Theaters00:24:02 True Texas Tales, True Context00:28:45 Ferris’ Festival Playbook00:33:07 Tech Tangent: Updates & Upgrades00:37:50 Weekend Lineup & Final Hype
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You Don’t Start None — Live at Riders Field | The Clubhouse Podcast 16-11

It's Thirsty Thursday again, and we are LIVE at Riders Field as the Frisco RoughRiders get ready to take on the Northwest Arkansas Naturals!  This is the first of TWO live shows in two days, so get ready for a sports-intensive episode!
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Season 16, Episode 11 of The Clubhouse Podcast goes full two-minute drill—live from Riders Field—where Rob’s juggling promos, Alex is roasting everyone with surgical precision, and Don “Igbunu” Ford is fact-checking faster than a Red Bull backpack can chill a can. We hit college chaos (Florida faceplants, FSU fireworks, Baylor survives), the NFL’s opening-week whiplash (covers, upsets, and a very public service announcement: stop. spitting.), and a betting buffet that will either make you money or make you mad.
Plus: Stars Night and Mavs Night freebies at the RoughRiders, the “It Came From Texas” Film Festival (Bonnie & Clyde, Bernie, JFK media time capsule, The Great Debaters, The Alamo), and our sacred rite of autumn—the Colorado Rockies Run Differential Doom Watch. Come for the picks, stay for the bits, and remember: you don’t start none, it won’t be none.
Chapters00:00:00 Live from Riders Field: intros, sweaters, and shenanigans00:03:50 Festival Preview: “It Came From Texas” & Bonnie & Clyde buzz00:07:24 College Football Chaos Report (wins, whoas, and 70-burgers)00:10:41 The Spit Discourse: accountability vs. instigation00:14:24 NFL Week 1 Overreactions & Early Lines We Love (or fear)00:24:58 Pick ‘Em Parade: upset alerts, hooks, and hometown heartbreak00:39:43 Baseball Blitz: division squeezes & wildcard watch00:42:52 The Rockies Run-Diff Doom Watch (hold my calculator)00:48:25 Sponsor Shout & Red Bull Cameo (live taste test energy)00:52:10 Final plugs: Stars/Mavs Nights, film fest, merch, and sign-off

Cowboys' Season Opener: Hopeful Signs or False Promises? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges is back in the saddle and just a little fired up about the Cowboys. After a nail-biter against the Eagles, Norm reminds us why one game doesn’t write the whole season — no matter how many fumbles, drops, or heart palpitations it caused.
With his trademark mix of humor and hard truth, Norm dissects what this close loss might really say about Dallas (and maybe what it says about Philly, too). From Daron Bland’s absence to the Cowboys’ suddenly-thin secondary, Norm lays out why the upcoming matchup with the Giants is a must-win — and why early-season hype can make fools of us all.
Then it’s onto the college gridiron, where Norm delivers a takedown of cupcake scheduling season. He explains why schools like Grambling gladly cash million-dollar checks to get flattened by Ohio State and why those lopsided wins make quarterbacks’ stats look shinier than they really are.
If you’re a Cowboys die-hard, a college football purist, or just love Norm’s blend of storytelling and sports therapy, this episode will hit the spot (and maybe save you from some premature panic).
Chapters:
00:00:00 – Cowboys, Eagles, and the Art of Not Overreacting
00:01:17 – What One Game Really Means in the NFL
00:04:56 – Cornerback Crisis: Dallas’ Secondary Takes a Hit
00:06:23 – The Giants Matchup: Why This Is a Must-Win
00:07:50 – Norm’s Favorite Steakhouse & Sponsor Shoutouts
00:10:09 – College Football’s Cupcake Schedule Problem
00:13:55 – Why Smaller Schools Take the Beatings (Hint: $$$)
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¡Al Maximo! Ep.42

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From Press Boxes to Podcasts: Norm and Rhyner Keep Talking | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

When two Dallas sports radio legends sit down, you know it’s going to be good. Norm Hitzges pulls up a chair with none other than Mike Rhyner—the “Old Gray Wolf” himself—for a wide-ranging conversation that’s equal parts nostalgia, sports therapy, and rock-and-roll storytelling.
They dive into the Rangers’ improbable flirtation with the playoffs, whether the Cowboys will ever unclench their grip on mediocrity, and if the Mavericks’ chemistry experiment with Kyrie and Luka has any chance of cooking. Norm presses Mike on the big questions—like why casino gambling in Texas is still a mirage and whether walking away from The Ticket was bittersweet or just the right time to leave the party.
But it’s not all sports: we get the origin story of the “Old Gray Wolf,” tales of Gordon Keith weaponizing pet names, and how a drummer became the frontman of his own band. This is two Hall of Fame radio guys swapping stories, comparing scars, and proving once again why Dallas sports talk has always been a little louder, funnier, and more colorful than anywhere else.
So pour a drink, grab a steak (Bob’s, obviously), and settle in—because Norm and Rhyner are still at the top of their game.
Chapters
0:00 – Norm sets the stage and introduces Mike Rhyner2:11 – Rangers: contenders, pretenders, or just amusing us all?4:35 – Cowboys 30 years without an NFC Championship: will Jerry ever let go?5:52 – Mavericks, Kyrie, Luka, and the NBA’s chemistry experiment7:45 – Why casino gambling in Texas feels like Bigfoot sightings8:37 – The birth of The Ticket and the legal pad that started it all13:14 – Retiring from The Ticket: regret or relief?14:07 – The true story behind “The Old Gray Wolf” nickname17:22 – From drummer to lead singer: Mike’s music journey18:48 – The Buzz Round: interviews, regrets, and career reflections25:27 – The Tex Schramm story that left Norm shaking32:52 – Rangers’ injury-ridden roster and Bruce Bochy’s steady hand33:35 – Sponsor shout-outs and closing reflections
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How a female CPA from Australia who lives in Canada became a sports betting expert | Engel Angle

Mac Engel sits down with Jo Madden, a Calgary native who ditched spreadsheets for sports betting slips. Once an accountant, Jo now makes her living setting lines, breaking down matchups, and delivering sharp picks across WagerTalk, BettingPros, and her own YouTube channel.
The two dig into her journey from the world of numbers to the high-stakes universe of sports wagering, with all the unpredictability and thrill that comes with it. Jo shares how she approaches games of every shape and size, from NFL Sundays to niche matchups, and why her background in accounting actually gave her an edge in the betting world.
Of course, it wouldn’t be The Engel Angle without some detours—this time into the personal life of Bill Belichick and his new girlfriend. Mac and Jo tackle football gossip with the same gusto as betting trends, making for an episode that’s equal parts sports, strategy, and straight-up fun.
Chapters
0:00 – From Calgary to the Betting WorldJo Madden’s leap from accounting into sports wagering.
5:22 – Setting Lines and Spotting ValueHer process for breaking down games big and small.
11:47 – Betting as a Numbers GameHow her accounting background gave her an unexpected edge.
18:35 – Inside the Sports Betting SceneWagerTalk, BettingPros, YouTube, and the grind of making picks.
25:40 – Bill Belichick’s New FlameMac and Jo unpack the off-field gossip that everyone’s buzzing about.
33:10 – Wrapping UpFinal thoughts on football, betting, and what’s next for Jo.
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I Have had a Handshake with that Hand | Beer 30 Sports O'clock

Ziggy and Ashlea talk about week one of NFL we hit the jackpot, from weather delay’s defense and spit gate. Was Travis aiming for his teammate? Beer flight of the night has some spicy surprises. And can Ashlea hold a Disney tune? Find out on this weeks episode. Feel better Bri 
 
Chapters:
 
0:00:00 - Spitgate, Storms & NFL Week One Chaos  0:04:31 - Conspiracies & Questionable Outcomes  0:08:24 - QB Surprises and Week One Shockers  0:17:43 - Superfans, Money, and Madness  0:28:33 - Fantasy Busts & Roster Whiplash  0:30:09 - Walmart Fans and College Pride  0:35:33 - NIL, Transfers, and Hot Takes  0:48:29 - Craft Beer Gets Weird  1:00:07 - Game Recaps with a Side of Roast  1:10:00 - Taunting, Dancing, and Flag Fights  1:15:33 - Gang Signs or End Zone Art?  1:16:28 - College Athletes Cash In  1:22:09 - Disney Soundtracks Face Off  
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Vegas Knows Something We Don’t | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges is back behind the mic, and this time he’s got his eyes on Vegas—and on you, Cowboys fans. In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm lays out why the Dallas vs. Giants matchup suddenly feels a whole lot scarier, thanks to some eyebrow-raising betting line shifts. From Dak to the defense, he digs into what’s at stake and why Vegas doesn’t throw numbers around for fun.
But Norm doesn’t stop there—he takes college football to task for its annual tradition of making “Top 25” guesses that feel more like fan fiction than analysis. Notre Dame? Florida State? SMU? Texas? Norm cuts through the noise, calling out reputation bias, early-season delusions, and what it really takes to prove you belong.
With his trademark blend of sharp insight, humor, and a dash of sass, Norm leaves you with plenty to argue about over your next steak dinner—or while you’re refreshing those betting apps.
Chapters:0:00 – Introduction & Cowboys vs. Giants Jitters1:27 – NFL Sunday: What We Learned (and Didn’t)3:15 – Betting Lines Don’t Lie: Why Vegas Has Norm Nervous5:02 – From the NFL to the NCAA: College Football Whiplash7:04 – The Great Top 25 Illusion: Rankings Ripped Apart9:46 – Texas & SMU: Promise, Pitfalls, and Pain Points15:18 – Closing Thoughts & Sponsor Shoutouts
 
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The Start of the NFL Season! | The Clubhouse 16-10

Rob, Alex, and Don are back in the Clubhouse—armed with hot takes, cold drinks, and one deeply questionable Bucky’s jersey. From the chaos of NFL Week 1 and college football’s transfer portal drama to the eternal debate over whether funnel cake fries count as dinner, this episode has it all. The guys break down the Cowboys’ chances (spoiler: Rob’s optimism has limits), predict who’s doomed before kickoff, and somehow manage to connect brisket-stuffed pretzels to world peace. Add in movie rants, TV obsessions, WWE shade, and the unveiling of the weirdest State Fair foods Texas has ever fried—and you’ve got yourself three hours of pure clubhouse chaos.
Chapters:0:00 – Welcome Back to Abnormal6:45 – College Football Transfer Portal Madness11:00 – NFL Week 1 Picks & Spicy Cowboys Talk35:30 – Baseball, Brackets & The Rockies’ Sad Math43:00 – What We’re Watching: Alien Earth, Dexter, and Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders50:00 – TV & Movie News: Scrubs Revival, Lara Croft Casting & Street Fighter Films1:00:00 – Wrestling Rundown: Clash in Paris, Becky & Seth Unite, and Joe Hendry’s Moment1:14:00 – State Fair of Texas Food Wars: Brisket Pretzels vs. Deviled Egg Sliders1:42:00 – Sip, Sip, Hooray: Milkshakes, Bobaritas & Honeycomb Lemons2:10:00 – Graham Greene Tribute & Pop Culture Reflections2:25:00 – Upcoming Live Shows: RoughRiders Stars Night, Mavericks Night & It Came From Texas Fest2:50:00 – Closing Chaos: Fantasy Football, Pro Wrestling Tees, and Why Brittany Palmer’s Gone Quiet
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The Cowboys Had It… And Then They Dropped It *Twice* | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges is back in the chair, shaking his head like the rest of us after the Cowboys somehow let a win against the defending champs slip through their fingers—literally. From CD Lamb’s butterfingers to Dak’s near-perfect deep ball, Norm breaks down the good, the bad, and the flat-out dumb from Dallas’ showdown with the Eagles.
It’s a ride through rain delays, jaw-dropping penalties (Jalen Carter, we’re looking at you), and the maddening “what ifs” that left Cowboys fans groaning all the way home. Norm also peeks behind the curtain at how the front office is spending its shiny new pile of Micah Parsons money, and whether that trade will sting for years—or pay off sooner than we think.
This isn’t your standard Xs-and-Os recap. It’s Norm at his best: sharp, funny, and not afraid to call a dropped pass what it really is—a season-shifting gut punch.
Chapters:
0:00 – Cowboys had the champs on the ropes (and then let them go)
2:15 – Ground game shocker: Williams and Sanders show up big
3:43 – Jalen Carter spits his way out of the game (yes, really)
4:28 – Second-half offense: all dressed up, nowhere to go
7:34 – CD Lamb’s 100-yard game he’ll want to forget
8:21 – Holding Philly to 24 and still losing—how?
10:30 – “The one that got away” (and a steak detour at Bob’s)
11:19 – A healing balm for your skin… not your football wounds
12:49 – Parsons gone, Bland gets paid, and the money shuffle begins
15:58 – Norm’s final sigh: this was so winnable
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¡Al Maximo! Ep.41

Prepárense porque este episodio de ¡Al Máximo! con Víctor Villalba y Carlos Nava viene cargado de la emoción y el drama deportivo que nos mantiene pegados a la pantalla semana tras semana. Arrancamos con la NFL, donde la temporada pinta para ser la fiesta a la que nadie quiere faltar. Los Dallas Cowboys enfrentan un año lleno de presión, dudas y expectativas altísimas, y aquí lo desmenuzamos todo: desde las personalidades en el vestidor hasta los planes defensivos que podrían cambiarlo todo.
Y luego nos vamos directo a la Leagues Cup, con los Seattle Sounders haciendo temblar las gradas, Inter Miami robándose los reflectores y Lionel Messi convirtiendo cada estadio en un espectáculo. Su impacto no es simple ruido, está transformando el fútbol en Estados Unidos, y la final contra Seattle se siente menos como un partido y más como un evento cultural. Entre el rugido de la afición, el crecimiento de la MLS y las grandes figuras que acaparan titulares, este episodio lo tiene todo.
El deporte evoluciona a toda velocidad y en ¡Al Máximo! estamos para subirnos a la ola, celebrar el drama y decir las cosas como son, sin filtros.
⏱️ Capítulos
00:00 – Introducción a la emoción de la NFL02:52 – Seattle y su cultura deportiva10:11 – Previa de la NFL y análisis de equipos19:43 – Dallas Cowboys: expectativas y retos31:35 – Estrategias defensivas y desempeño de jugadores32:03 – El carácter de jugadores: Jourdan Lewis y DaRon Bland39:57 – La Leagues Cup: un ambiente histórico41:54 – Seattle Sounders vs. Inter Miami: un choque de titanes54:26 – La evolución de la MLS: nuevos estándares y talento global
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Cowboys Minus Micah: Can Dak Save Jerry From Jerry? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges is back, and he’s not sugarcoating a damn thing about the Dallas Cowboys’ upcoming season. In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm takes a long, hard look at the Micah Parsons-sized hole in the Cowboys’ defense and asks the question no one in Jerry World wants to hear: can Dak Prescott really carry this circus?
From a schedule that looks more like a punishment than a path to the playoffs, to an offensive line that inspires about as much confidence as a paper straw in a milkshake, Norm breaks it all down with his trademark wit and brutal honesty. He doesn’t stop at Dak either—Tyler Booker, Nate Thomas, Kenny Clark, and the special teams crew all get their moment under the microscope. And yes, even Jerry Jones gets a little free advice (spoiler: it’s about not treating the salary cap like Monopoly money).
It’s sharp, it’s funny, and it might sting a little if you’re a Cowboys optimist. But hey—this is Just Wondering, and Norm’s just saying what everyone else is too nervous to admit.
Chapters
00:00 – The Cowboys Without Micah02:13 – Win Now or Go Home04:29 – The O-Line and the “Pray to the Football Gods” Plan09:30 – Dak, This Is On You11:39 – Special Teams: The Lone Bright Spot13:49 – Jerry’s Spin Zone14:36 – Sponsors, Steaks, and Full Moons
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I Told You So | Beer 30 Sports O'clock

What do you get when you mix a blockbuster NFL trade, college football chaos, strong beer, and a heated debate over kids’ movies? Absolute podcast mayhem — also known as this week’s Beer 30 Sports O’Clock.
Ziggy and Bri crack open some questionable brews and dive headfirst into the sports headlines that made Dallas cry in their beer: Micah Parsons shipped to Green Bay (and yes, Ziggy giddy as a school girl). From there, it’s fantasy football drama, college football underdog miracles, and a proper farewell to the legendary Lee Corso.
But because this show can’t stay in one lane, the duo detours into a beer flight featuring barley wines, sours, and “liquid mistakes” before settling into the real battlefield: their Top 10 childhood movies. Expect trash talk, bad takes, and a serious defense of The Lion King’s soundtrack.
It’s loud, it’s messy, it’s Beer 30. Grab a pint and join the fun — we promise you’ll leave laughing (and maybe yelling about your favorite childhood film).
Chapters
00:00:00 – Fantasy Football Meltdown00:04:51 – Micah’s Green Bay Payday - Ziggy is still smiling00:11:47 – College Football Upsets and Lee Corso’s Goodbye00:22:55 – Beer Flight of Regret - Ziggy’s PSA: “If you like strong beer and poor decisions, this one’s for you.”00:44:27 – Sports Mayhem & Wild TV Moments00:54:21 – The Great Childhood Movie Debate01:14:40 – Disney Remakes, Creepy Kids Movies & Other Bad IdeasWhy some movies should’ve stayed in the vault.01:35:50 – Closing Time
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¡Al Máximo! Ep 40 está en vivo hablando de los Cowboys, Micah Parsons y más

¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio! Victor y Carlos se meten de lleno en el drama que rodea a Micah Parsons y los Dallas Cowboys, con los rumores que lo vinculan a los Green Bay Packers.
Entre risas, anécdotas y análisis, hablamos de todo: las complicadas negociaciones de contratos, el papel de los medios para encender (o apagar) incendios, y cómo las decisiones de Jerry Jones pueden cambiar el rumbo del equipo.
Este episodio no es solo números y contratos, es una charla directa sobre liderazgo, estrategia, y cómo la NFL se mueve al ritmo de sus estrellas.
Prepárate, porque aquí decimos lo que otros no se atreven.
00:00 – Introducción a la Semana Deportiva09:28 – La Estrategia de Jerry Jones y la Dinámica del Equipo14:41 – El Impacto del Contrato de Micah Parsons en la NFL22:37 – El Rol de Kenny Clark y la Estrategia de los Packers29:45 – Conclusión y lo que nos espera esta temporada
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Because Who Needs Generational Talent Anyway? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges has seen some wild Cowboys moves in his day, but this one? Trading Micah Parsons right before the season like it’s a garage sale deal? That’s next-level Jerry Jones. In this Labor Day edition of Just Wondering, Norm rips the wrapping paper off the Parsons trade and takes you behind the curtain of the Cowboys’ money mess, questionable logic, and Jerry’s stubborn “I don’t talk to agents” routine. (Spoiler: he definitely should).
This isn’t just another breakdown of stats and contracts—it’s a snarky autopsy on how America’s Team went from “Super Bowl hopes” to “hope we stop the run.” Along the way, Norm points out how the Cowboys managed to both save money and light themselves on fire, why Parsons-to-Green Bay makes the Packers terrifying, and why Cowboys fans are once again stuck screaming at their TVs.
Oh, and in true Norm fashion, there’s steakhouse chatter, Alabama slander, and a little Arch Manning reality check. Buckle up, because this one swings harder than Jerry’s checkbook.
⏱️ Chapters
0:00 – Micah Parsons traded & retirement planning (Norm multitasks, as always)2:05 – Salary cap gymnastics: how the Cowboys tripped over their own wallets4:51 – Jerry Jones goes full “I don’t talk to agents” mode12:42 – Life without Micah: welcome to defensive mediocrity13:31 – Draft strategy or dartboard session? You decide17:21 – Cowboys’ defense minus Parsons: now featuring fewer nightmares for QBs20:46 – Reallocating money… but will it actually matter?22:15 – Cowboys trade talk and steakhouse talk (equally juicy)22:57 – Bama struggles & why Arch Manning’s Heisman hype just flatlined24:41 – Wrapping it up: Dallas tradition, fan frustration, and the eternal Cowboy soap opera
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Heart of a Manager: Ron Washington’s Fight to Keep Leading | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

When you think of Ron Washington, you think of grit, leadership, and baseball wisdom that spans generations. But in this episode of Just Wondering, Norm Hitzges sits down with the Los Angeles Angels manager to uncover a story that goes far beyond the field.
Washington opens up about the three terrifying days he ignored warning signs—until he landed in the hospital for an emergency quadruple bypass surgery. With honesty and humor, he shares what it was like to come face-to-face with mortality, the lifestyle changes he’s making, and why he still feels “born to lead” in baseball.
Alongside Ron’s powerful story, Norm delivers his trademark mix of sports and heart: tackling the controversy over Tommy Fleetwood edging out Scotty Scheffler in golf’s latest championship, and spotlighting the McLean brothers’ awe-inspiring row across the Pacific Ocean—a journey for both world records and clean water charity.
This episode blends sports history, raw humanity, and the kind of conversation you don’t want to end.
Chapters
0:00 – Ron Washington’s Health Scare & Career ReflectionsA 57-year career in baseball, interrupted by a fight for his life.
3:41 – Quadruple Bypass SurgeryRon describes the scary reality of waiting too long to see a doctor.
7:03 – Breaking Habits, Building HealthHow smoking, rehab, and recovery shaped his new daily battle.
9:20 – Baseball, Leadership, and ResilienceWhy Washington still feels called to lead—even after his surgery.
10:26 – From Fried Food to Fresh ChoicesThe diet shifts that keep him on track.
11:58 – The Road Back to the DugoutRon shares his December recovery milestone and hopes to manage again.
17:14 – Life Beyond BaseballReflections on age, health, and a hopeful return to New Orleans.
19:00 – Golf Controversy: Scheffler vs. FleetwoodNorm questions how a dominant season wasn’t rewarded properly.
22:16 – Rowing Across the PacificThe McLean brothers chase records while raising funds for clean water.
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Micah Bombshell: The Cowboys Trade Parsons to Green Bay

Well, nobody saw THAT coming. In this unplanned emergency edition of The OG, Mike, Norm Hitzges, and Greggo drop everything (including their fantasy draft) to break down the Cowboys’ jaw-dropping trade of Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers.
Yep—Dallas just shipped off its generational pass-rushing freak for Kenny Clark and a pair of first-round picks, while Green Bay signed Parsons to a record-shattering $188 million contract. Highest-paid non-QB in NFL history. Let that sink in.
Norm calls it a cap move, Greggo calls it a generational mistake, and Mike calls it a classic “Rob Peter to pay Paul” situation. Together, they rip into Jerry Jones’ decision-making, the Cowboys’ salary cap circus, and what life after Micah looks like in Dallas. Meanwhile, Packers fans might already be planning the statue.
It’s raw, it’s funny, it’s unscripted—and it’s exactly why you love The OG.
Chapters
0:10 – Micah Parsons Traded to Packers in Shocking NFL MoveThe breaking news hits mid-fantasy draft: Micah is out, Green Bay is in.
5:17 – The Fallout: Salary Cap Chaos & Team DynamicsNorm explains how money forced Jerry’s hand, even if fans won’t forgive it.
8:55 – Jerry Jones, Leadership, and the Cowboys’ Front Office MessIs Jerry losing his fastball? The guys wonder if this trade signals more trouble.
9:54 – The Contract: How Parsons Became NFL’s Highest-Paid Non-QB$188 million. $120 million guaranteed. Greggo and Norm break down the numbers.
14:11 – Packers Get a Monster, Cowboys Get… “Balance”?Why Green Bay might have just vaulted to Super Bowl favorites.