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We Have MORE HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS! | The Clubhouse Episode 16-02

We are back in studio to give away tickets for Dodgers/Red Sox at Cosm, MORE giveaways, the Rockies break ANOTHER drought, a TON of news, Stuff We Watched This Week, and MORE
We are back in studio to give away tickets for Dodgers/Red Sox at Cosm, MORE giveaways, the Rockies break ANOTHER drought, a TON of news, Stuff We Watched This Week, and MORE
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⚾️ Comics, Contracts & Cosby Show Tributes: Welcome to the Clubhouse 🛋️
On this episode of The Clubhouse Podcast, Rob is back with co-pilots Alex Barnhill and Don Ford riding shotgun on a rollercoaster of pop culture chaos, sports hot takes, and heartfelt tributes.
We kick things off in the dugout with a deep dive into Major League Baseball’s midseason drama, including the Colorado Rockies finally remembering how to shut someone out (it only took 221 games, no big deal). Then we swing into the world of collectibles, trivia, and why Rob now wants to start curating Funko Pops like museum artifacts.
But the heart of this episode? A tribute to the late Malcolm Jamal Warner, a talent whose legacy stretches far beyond Theo Huxtable. From his smooth jazz basslines to his big screen presence, we celebrate his incredible life and influence.
Then it’s all aboard the nerd express as we roll through San Diego Comic-Con, debate James Gunn’s “Superman” vision, cry over Stephen Colbert leaving in 2026, and wonder who on earth thought *Fruity Pebbles sparkling water* was a good idea (spoiler: it’s not terrible).
And oh yes—wrestling fans, we did NOT forget you. Hulk Hogan gets his flowers, Ozzy donates millions, and Charlotte Flair might be your new emotional support wrestler. 🤼‍♂️
🎧 Buckle up. It’s sports, pop culture, nostalgia, and chaos—served Clubhouse style.
 🕰️ CHAPTERS – More entertaining than your fantasy football draft:00:00:00 – Welcome to the ClubhousePop culture, sports, and possibly a shoutout to your grandma.
00:06:40 – Rockies Break the Curse… KindaOne shutout in 221 games. Should we throw them a parade?
00:10:14 – Mystery Pallets & Memorabilia MadnessYouTube rabbit holes, collectible chaos, and questionable eBay decisions.00:14:12 – Baseball Legends & Stadium TalesThe glory days… and the overpriced hot dogs.
00:21:05 – Giveaways & Sports HypeFree stuff! Unless Alex forgets to mail it.
00:23:53 – TV Show Review RodeoFrom Ironheart to Dexter, and everything in between.
00:28:39 – Celebrity Surprises & Liquid Death TastingYes, Fruity Pebbles water is real. No, we didn’t make this up.
00:33:23 – Apple TV, Colbert & Comic-ConBig reveals, bigger emotions.
00:43:21 – South Park's \$1.5B MoveKyle and Cartman are richer than you. Sorry.
00:49:00 – Malcolm Jamal Warner & Musical LegendsTributes, tunes, and tears for a TV icon.
00:53:35 – Superhero BreakdownJames Gunn’s Superman, Peacemaker, and DC dreams.
00:58:40 – Texas Film Scene & Alamo MuseumWhere cinephiles and cowboys unite.
01:01:52 – Hollywood Casting & Movie RumorsWho’s playing who, and why we care too much.
01:05:38 – Comics & 4K Goodies at GiganticonRob tries to explain what Giganticon is… again.
01:10:15 – CBD House of HealingIf anxiety had a kryptonite, this would be it. www.cbddallas.com
01:11:53 – Hulk Hogan TributeBrother. Enough said.
01:16:08 – Wrestling RundownInjuries, belts, and predictions that will age poorly.
01:19:39 – Watch SummerSlam at CosmBecause watching wrestling on a 360° screen is peak America.https://www.cosm.com
01:22:12 – Wrestling Gets EmotionalCharlotte Flair made us cry. You too? No judgment.
01:24:55 – Fantasy Football & Podcast MayhemThe episode is almost over. But the trash talk is just beginning.
01:35:21 – Shoutouts, Charity & Sunset Lounge ShenanigansPodcasting for good—and good food.
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Cowboys' Salary Cap Woes: A Lesson from the Eagles | July 25 | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

The Cowboys' Cap Chaos: Norm’s Not Holding Back 💰🏈On this episode of Just Wondering, Norm Hitzges is serving up hot takes.
Join Norm as he unpacks the financial spaghetti the Dallas Cowboys have cooked up with their latest contract drama. From Micah Parsons' cryptic comments at training camp to the front office’s favorite hobby (procrastination), Norm dissects why the Cowboys keep kicking the financial can down the road—and what it’s costing them.
In classic Norm fashion, the conversation is equal parts insightful and brutally honest. The duo contrasts Dallas' delay tactics with the Philadelphia Eagles' chessboard-level strategy, asking the big question: Why can’t the Cowboys learn from their own mistakes?
If you care about salary caps, football futures, or just love a good rant with a smart bite, this episode is your playbook.
🎧 CHAPTERS – Like salary cap space, don’t take these for granted:0:01 – Cowboys' Salary Cap & Retirement?Yes, Norm can talk cap space and your golden years. #FluentFinancialPlug
0:55 – Retire Smarter, Not HarderWhere Mary reminds you it’s okay to want a beach house and not a busted back.
1:21 – Micah Parsons: Star Player, Uncertain DealMicah’s confused. Norm’s fired up. Cowboys? Still stalling.
4:01 – Cowboys vs. Eagles: Contract ShowdownSpoiler: Philly's front office plays 4D chess. Dallas? Maybe Go Fish.
6:54 – Salary Cap Circus, Now with Fewer ClownsWhy six players eating up $211 million is not a sustainable business model.
9:06 – Keeping the Band Together? Not Without a BudgetNorm wonders aloud: Can you keep talent without cash? (Spoiler: No.)
10:39 – Steak, Stats & SmartsBob’s Steakhouse gets love, Fluent Financial gets the plug, and you get hungry.
12:04 – Wondering What’s Next?Norm and Mary invite you to keep asking the big questions… preferably with a glass of wine.
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More Norm & Mary: Stay tuned to Just Wondering for more brain food (and maybe steak tips)
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Adventurers at Sea: The Record-Breaking Journey of the Maclean Brothers Pt. 2| Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

🚣 Just Wondering: Rowing Through Storms, Pirates & Poop Buckets – The McLean Brothers Return! (Part 2)
Back by salty demand! In this Just Wondering follow-up episode, Norm Hitzges reconnects with everyone's favorite Scottish sea warriors—the McLean Brothers—as they continue their 9,000-mile rowing odyssey from Lima, Peru to Sydney, Australia. Still afloat (barely), still hilarious (always), and still rowing for a million-pound mission to provide clean water in Madagascar.
In Part 2, things get even wilder:We’re talking freeze-dried feasts, rogue waves, whales, fishing mishaps (what do you do with 40 kilos of fish?), and the high-tech savior of the sea—the Starlink Mini. Jamie, Lachlan, and Ewan open up about near-death experiences, maritime mysteries, sibling chaos, and… yes, the harsh realities of the bucket toilet.
🌊 Come for the adrenaline, stay for the brotherly banter and heroic cause. This is human-powered storytelling at its finest.
🧭 CHAPTERS0:00 – A rowing record and a touching family tribute4:07 – Surviving on freeze-dried food & massive fish hauls8:27 – Life with a bucket toilet: brutal honesty at sea10:15 – Starlink Mini: Keeping connected mid-ocean11:36 – Ocean dangers: Pirates, whales & navigating the unknown17:00 – Magical midnight rowing shifts and mental toughness18:51 – Rogue waves, storms & a brother goes overboard23:50 – Clean water mission & how the crew holds it together26:50 – A rowing journey meets Dallas sports talk legends
💧 Join the CauseHelp the McLean brothers hit their goal and bring clean water to Madagascar:👉 https://themacleanbrothers.com
It only takes £30 / $50 to give someone clean water for life. You in?
📡 Stay locked into Just Wondering for more stories that go way beyond the surface—featuring athletes, adventurers, and legends doing extraordinary things for extraordinary reasons. Like. Comment. Subscribe. Row along.
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Dolly Parton Needs Her Movie | Beer 30 Sports O'clock

🍻 Belgium Beer, All-Star Flops, and Why Golf Might Need a Referee | Beer 30 Sports O’ Clock
Ziggy and Bri are back and buzzin’ (on Belgian beer, of course) as they raise a glass to Belgium Beer Week… and raise eyebrows at this year’s All-Star festivities. Let’s be honest—Ziggy wasn’t feelin’ it. MLB? Mid. WNBA? Meh. Flag football? Surprisingly spicy. And we’re here for it.
This episode hops from hoppy brews to hot takes faster than a Justin Herbert contract debate. Did you know Dolly Parton’s hair was a wig this whole time? What biopic would you greenlight next? And can someone explain why golf is suddenly turning into Fight Club?
We also get into the great WNBA pay debate: Are players underpaid… or paid just right for the vibes they deliver? Grab a brew, bring an opinion, and get ready to laugh, groan, and maybe learn something (but probably not).
⏱️ CHAPTERS0:01 – Belgian Beer Week kicks off… and Ziggy mispronounces everything3:25 – All-Star Weekend recap: WNBA parties vs MLB yawns9:23 – Shaq goes full big brother for Angel Reese15:39 – T.J. Watt and NFL cash splash20:36 – Summer League rings and Lillard’s loyalty dilemma25:27 – Jalen Hurts slander? Herbert hype? Debate table: set30:15 – Taste test time: weird beers and hot takes41:52 – Who gets the next music biopic? Dolly? Diddy? Destiny’s Child?52:43 – Sports fights, cartoons, and comedy chaos1:02:22 – Flag football, rugby, and women bringing the 🔥1:07:18 – WNBA pay: fair wages or fan-funded fiction?1:15:19 – Passion, performance, and payday drama1:23:31 – Why sports are really about feelings (yes, feelings)
🎧 Grab the full episode now and follow Beer 30 Sports O’ Clock for more takes, tastes, and touchdowns every week.💥 Don’t forget to subscribe, share with your beer crew, and drop your All-Star weekend MVP in the comments!
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Adventurers at Sea: The Record-Breaking Journey of the Maclean Brothers | July 21 | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

🚣‍♂️ Three Scottish Brothers. One Boat. 9,000 Miles. One Giant Leap for Clean Water | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges
What do you get when you mix three fearless Scottish brothers, 9,000 miles of open Pacific Ocean, no support crew, and a dream to change the world? You get the McLean brothers—Ewan, Lachlan, and Jamie—on an epic row from Lima, Peru to Sydney, Australia…and they called in mid-journey to tell Norm and Mary Hitzges all about it.
These aren’t your average weekend paddlers. They’re world-record-setting adventurers, the youngest trio to row across the Atlantic, and now they’re aiming to become the fastest to cross the Pacific—on oars. But they’re not just chasing adrenaline. They’re rowing to raise £1 million for clean water projects in Madagascar through The McLean Foundation. https://www.themacleanbrothers.com/
🧭 CHAPTERS0:00 – Meet the McLeans: Somewhere in the Pacific2:52 – Weather from hell: Anticyclones and wind fights6:21 – Rowing through marlins & madness11:18 – Row, sleep, repeat: Life on the boat13:36 – The Lima to Sydney game plan16:31 – Changing lives in Madagascar21:39 – Fish, family, and the future
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🌊 Tune in now for one of the most adventurous, inspiring, and wildest stories you’ll ever hear from the middle of the ocean. And don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more mind-blowing conversations on Just Wondering.
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Here We Go Again | The Clubhouse 16 - 01

We start Season Sixteen following up on our MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT, MLB All-Star Game talk, AEW All In Texas. Stuff We Watched This Week, and MORE!
🎙️ 16 Years of Clubhouse Chaos: Sports, Shows, and Stefan Classic Shenanigans
Welcome to a nostalgia-packed, pop-culture-fueled episode of The Clubhouse Podcast—celebrating 16 years of hot takes, hilarious detours, and pure podcasting joy. This week, Alex reunites with the always-unpredictable Stefan Classic, delivering everything from FC Dallas chatter and MLB heartbreak to Netflix spin-offs, award season buzz, and wrestling chaos that only Stefan could make sense of.
⚽ Miss the memo on FC Dallas and Adidas dropping a 30th anniversary collab? We got you.📺 Still wondering who got snubbed in the Emmy noms (besides your favorite show)? We’re on it.🎬 Can’t believe they’re making a live-action Assassin’s Creed series and casting Zelda? Neither can we.🎤 Curious why Stefan compares Savannah Bananas to playoff magic? Tune in.
From TV recaps to wrestling rants, indie film fests to nostalgic movie revivals, this episode is jammed with everything you didn’t know you needed. And yes, the Savannah Bananas are part of a sports prophecy now. You're welcome.
🔗 Helpful Links You Didn’t Know You NeededCBD House of Healing – Natural relief for pain, anxiety, and sleepless nightsAsian Film Festival of Dallas – Where cinema meets cultureSunset Lounge DFW – Our hangout homeThe Clubhouse Podcast Website – Catch up on past chaos
 
⏱️ CHAPTERS
0:00 – Podcast reunion + sports team swap confessions3:04 – Sports nostalgia & stadium tech upgrades7:27 – Midseason MLB check-in (yikes, Rockies)13:14 – Win tickets to the immersive COSM experience16:53 – TV talk: And Just Like That, Lego Masters & more18:02 – Emmy surprises + the shows we’re losing22:10 – YouTube rabbit holes & TV teasers23:09 – New shows, spinoffs & the Assassin’s Creed series26:42 – Indie film festivals & tech talk in Waco + Dallas28:39 – CBD House of Healing shoutout29:28 – Live reads, movie plans & Comic Con buzz31:22 – Movie trailers, samurai flicks & childhood throwbacks43:09 – Home releases & must-watch film recs47:34 – Wrestling wildness: Street Fighter cast + NJPW scoop49:52 – Celeb matches & surprise wedding promos53:58 – Women’s wrestling rumors & roster debates57:17 – Roman Reigns’ $600 belt: genius or gimmick?59:10 – Title changes, injuries & wrestling shakeups1:06:03 – The Master of Disguise: revisited1:07:11 – Closing plugs & wrestling wishlists
 
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The Texas Rangers Dilemma: To Buy, Sell, or Stay the Course? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

🎙️ Are the Texas Rangers Buying, Selling… or Just Sitting There? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges
The MLB trade deadline is creeping up faster than a 99mph fastball, and Norm Hitzges is back to break it all down—with no-nonsense insight.
In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm takes a hard look at where the Texas Rangers stand heading into July 31. Are they big-spending buyers? Strategic sellers? Or just frozen in place by luxury tax panic and a roster that’s pushing retirement home status?
With a $220 million payroll (yes, really), limited tradable prospects, and more creaky veterans than a reunion tour, GM Chris Young might be left doing the unthinkable: absolutely nothing.
Norm dissects all the angles—from prospects like Sebastian Walcott and Osuna to why Corey Seeger (and his paycheck) isn’t going anywhere. He even ponders whether anyone wants what the Rangers are selling.
If you love baseball strategy, trade rumors, or just enjoy hearing Norm make sense of this beautiful chaos we call the MLB, this one’s for you.
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⏱️ Chapters0:00 – Norm’s back with deadline drama0:20 – Fluent Financial keeps us in the game1:23 – The Rangers: still confused and under pressure2:54 – Buy, but with what ammo?4:29 – Sell… but to who exactly?7:31 – Maybe no move is the move8:14 – A sizzling shoutout to Bob’s Steak & Chop8:59 – Final thoughts and mic drop
👉 Hit play, leave a comment (Are the Rangers toast or just warming up?), and don’t forget to subscribe for more baseball talk with bite, courtesy of Norm Hitzges and Just Wondering.
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¡Al Maximo! Ep.33

Isaac Alarcón está ¡Al Máximo! El jugador mexicano de los San Francisco 49ers platica sobre su vida, su familia, preparación, fútbol americano en México …Y nos lleva hasta la intimidad de los 49ers ¡Al Máximo! 
🎧 Capítulos del episodio
0:00 – Bienvenida y presentación de Isaac1:40 – Sus primeras patadas al balón en México4:25 – Programa internacional y llegada a la NFL7:10 – Entrenamiento, cortes y resiliencia10:05 – Significado de formar parte de los 49ers13:00 – Vida dentro del vestidor en San Francisco16:45 – El papel de la familia en su carrera19:20 – Honestidad y lecciones clave de vida21:55 – Cierre inspirador: no rendirse jamás
Dale play y déjate inspirar por una historia llena de esfuerzo, emoción y orgullo mexicano. No olvides suscribirte, dejar tu comentario y compartir este episodio con quien necesite escuchar que sí se puede.
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Tetas and LaBubus | Shippy Grubes Ep 47

This show has everything! LaBubus, Bin Laden Situation Rooms, the Nutter, LeBron James could be a Mav, Klay Thee Stallion, golf course fights, long-lost touchdown brothers, and Shippy nearly got struck by lightning!
📌 CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Joey Chestnut’s Return Boosts Hot Dog Contest Ratings5:33 – LeBron Trade Rumors + Klay Thompson's Lady Friend16:38 – Laboo Boos, Soft Launches, and Collectible Mayhem21:54 – “Situation Rooms” Are the Future of Group Dinners25:11 – Dirk’s Journey + Sports Bloopers Hall of Fame32:25 – Predators’ Merch Fail + Golf Course Chaos37:30 – Surprise! Your Brothers Are Also NFL Stars40:17 – Childhood Dreams Becoming Adult Realities43:35 – Lightning Delays and Balks: Baseball’s Weirdest Moments49:56 – Musical Mishaps + Sports Fails57:22 – Gen Z Is Confused Again + Fantasy Football Punishments1:02:59 – UNO Social Club Launches in Vegas1:05:11 – UNO Controversy: Can You Stack a Draw 2?1:08:38 – Farting Celebs, Uno in Vegas & Totally Random Tangents
🎙️ Subscribe, share, and hit that bell — or Joey Chestnut might out-eat your dignity.#ShippyAndGrubes #JoeyChestnut #LeBronJames #HappyGilmore2 #PopCulturePodcast #SportsComedy #UNOClub #Labubu #MavsRumors #FantasyFootballFails
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Rangers on the Brink, Cooper Flagg Hype & the Micah Parsons Contract Drama | July 16 |Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Norm Hitzges is back with another hard-hitting, insight-packed episode of Just Wondering — and this time, he’s laser-focused on all things DFW sports.
⚾ The Texas Rangers hit the All-Star break with more questions than answers. Injuries, inconsistencies, and a tricky trade deadline loom large. Is Chris Young ready to roll the dice?
🏀 Then there's Cooper Flagg — the teenage phenom already drawing LeBron-sized expectations before he’s even played a minute. Norm pumps the brakes with some wise words for fans eager to crown him too soon.
🏈 And it wouldn’t be a DFW episode without a little Cowboys drama. Norm lays into the ongoing Micah Parsons contract saga, sending a not-so-subtle message to Jerry Jones (wherever he is — yacht, bunker, alien spaceship… who knows?).
From behind-the-scenes strategy to front-page speculation, Norm delivers it all with his signature sharp wit, backed by Fluent Financial and Bob’s Steak and Chop House (because great sports talk pairs well with great steak).
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#NormHitzges #TexasRangers #MicahParsons #CooperFlagg #DallasCowboys #DFWSports #MLBTradeDeadline #NBAProspects #NFLContracts #JustWonderingPodcast #DFWPodcast #SportsCommentary
⏱️ CHAPTERS:0:00 – Welcome to the Show: DFW Sports on Norm’s Mind0:17 – Fluent Financial Message1:21 – What’s Up with the Rangers? Mid-Season Breakdown4:04 – Are the Playoffs Still in Play for Texas?4:39 – Don’t Crown Him Yet: Cooper Flagg Hype Check5:57 – Cowboys’ Micah Parsons Needs a Deal, Like Now8:13 – Norm’s Message to Jerry Jones (Pick. Up. The. Phone.)8:56 – Bob’s Steakhouse Sponsor Plug9:39 – Norm’s Final Thoughts & Sign-Off
📲 Subscribe to Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges for smart takes, local flavor, and zero fluff. And if you’re feeling generous — like Jerry should be — drop a like and comment: Will Cooper Flagg live up to the hype? Should the Rangers buy or sell?
Because around here, we don’t just wonder. We talk it out.
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Math is hard | Beer 30 Sports O'clock

🍻 Can Ziggy Guess That Beer?! Blind Tasting, Wild Styles & Even Wilder Guesses | Beer 30 Sports O'Clock
What happens when you blindfold Ziggy, hand him a mystery beer, and let Bri stir the pot (and the pint)? Chaos. Laughter. A touch of sour. And a whole lot of craft beer confusion.
In this episode of Beer 30 Sports O’Clock, sports take a timeout while Ziggy and Bri dive mouth-first into a blind beer tasting challenge. From Berliner Weisse to Gose, from sweet surprises to “what-did-I-just-drink” moments, Ziggy puts his taste buds on the line trying to guess the beer style — with hilarious results.
Bri keeps the descriptions flowing and the spills to a minimum (kind of), and together they explore how beer names, can art, and a dash of marketing magic can shape what you think you’re drinking.
Whether you're a beer snob, IPA evangelist, or just here for the banter, this episode delivers cold ones and hot takes. 🍺
🎯 Shoutouts to Breweries featured:
Martin House Brewing Co. – for zesty hits like Paleta de Mangohttps://martinhousebrewing.com/
Real Ale Brewing – home of Fresh Kickshttps://realalebrewing.com/
Lakewood Brewing Co. – makers of Irish Cream Temptresshttps://lakewoodbrewing.com/
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⏱️ CHAPTERS:0:00 – Sports, Betting, and Unexpected Vegas Attractions4:13 – Guess the Beer Style: Blindfolds On, Pints Up6:17 – Ziggy’s Blind Taste Challenge Begins8:51 – Sours, IPAs, and a Beer That Smells Like Trouble18:47 – Mistaken Identity: Is That a Stout or a Trap?21:17 – Beer Can Art & Why We Judge Before We Sip23:18 – Ziggy vs. Sour Beer (and Lime)29:50 – Celebrity Gossip Break (Because Why Not)31:02 – More Beers, More Confusion, More Laughs36:22 – Ranking Beers & Guessing Games Gone Wrong42:40 – Bri’s Beer Breakdown: Style Deep Dive47:49 – Chill Out: House of Healing and CBD Favorites
📣 For all things sports, sips, and shenanigans, follow along and stay thirsty for the next episode of Beer 30 Sports O’Clock.
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🎾 What Happened to American Tennis? | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Once upon a time, American tennis ruled the world—McEnroe was yelling, Connors was winning, and Sampras had the smoothest serve this side of Wimbledon. Now? Let’s just say… pickleball might be giving tennis a run for its money.
In this nostalgic and thought-provoking episode of Just Wondering, legendary broadcaster Norm Hitzges dives deep into “The Decline of American Tennis.” From the glory days of packed stadiums and national pride to today’s dwindling spotlight, Norm breaks down how—and why—tennis slipped from the American sports throne.
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Whether you miss the golden era or just want to know why your kids couldn’t name a current American tennis star if you bribed them, this episode serves up insight with a side of wit and wisdom. 🎧
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#Tennis #NormHitzges #JustWonderingPodcast #AmericanTennis #SportsTalk #McEnroe #PeteSampras #USOpen #Podcast #FluentFinancial #BobsSteakhouse
⏱️ CHAPTERS:0:00 – The Decline of Tennis Prominence and Retirement Planning2:13 – The Evolution of American Sports Popularity4:39 – America’s Vanishing Act in Major Tennis Titles7:03 – Why Tennis Isn’t What It Used to Be8:59 – Bob’s Steakhouse Legacy (Yes, Really!)9:51 – “Just Wondering”: A Dallas Tradition with Norm Hitzges
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Engel Angle: One of the most influential people in college athletics

From NBA Suits to Big 12 Swagger: Brett Yormark Talks College Football, Betting & the Future of Sports 🎤🏈🎬
What do Jay-Z, the Brooklyn Nets, and the Big 12 Conference have in common? That’d be Brett Yormark. On this episode of the Engel Engel Podcast, Mac Engel sits down with the Big 12 Commissioner himself to talk shop—and it’s more than just college football.
Yormark unpacks how he’s merging sports and entertainment, shaking up old-school perceptions, and guiding the Big 12 into bold, new territory. He dishes on leadership, what he tells young professionals breaking into the biz, and how his time in the NBA shaped his approach.
Mac keeps it fun (as always), poking at the world of sports betting and taking the conversation to some unexpected places—think Sunset Lounge vibes meets ESPN-level strategy. Whether you’re into conference realignment, playoff drama, or just want a smarter take on where college sports is headed, this one’s got it all.
Hit that subscribe button, and join the conversation. This one’s built for sports junkies, media nerds, and future commissioners alike. 🏆🎙️
#BrettYormark #Big12 #CollegeFootballPlayoff #MacEngel #EngelEngelPodcast #SportsEntertainment #SportsLeadership #NCAA #SportsBetting #CollegeAthletics #PodcastInterviews #JayZToBig12 #Big12Commissioner
⏱️ Chapters:0:00 – Brett Yormark’s wild ride: From NBA to Big 125:21 – Fixing the College Football Playoff: Less guesswork, more clarity7:48 – Mac vs. sports betting (and podcasting with a twist)14:04 – Real talk on fairness and funding in college athletics16:04 – Why passion beats perfection in the sports industry
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Mavericks' Master Plan: Landing LeBron James | July 11 | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Is LeBron Headed to Dallas? Norm Breaks Down the Possibility 🏀🔥
Could King James really leave L.A. for Big D? Norm Hitzges dives head-first into the LeBron rumor mill—and he’s not pulling any punches. In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm lays out the case for why the Dallas Mavericks might just be the next stop in LeBron’s legendary career.
From the Lakers’ offseason chaos to the Mavericks' surprisingly spicy lineup potential, Norm dishes out analysis, hypotheticals, and a few sharp jabs at front office logic. Whether you're a Mavs faithful dreaming big or a LeBron skeptic side-eyeing the trade rumors, this one’s for you.
You’ll get deep insight into roster moves, salary cap crunches, and whether LeBron’s final chapter could include some Texas-sized drama. Oh, and spoiler: Norm has some thoughts about Bronny, too.
Hit play, subscribe, and don’t miss what might be the most entertaining (and eyebrow-raising) LeBron episode this offseason. 🏀💭
#LeBronJames #DallasMavericks #NBAOffseason #NormHitzges #NBARumors #LakersTrade #BronnyJames #JustWonderingPodcast #NBAFreeAgency #MavsNation
📍Chapters:0:00 – Intro & sponsor shoutout1:21 – Why LeBron may want out of L.A.3:01 – Roster shakeups: Ayton in, Finney-Smith out4:43 – Teams that could realistically land LeBron5:37 – Why Dallas might actually make sense7:06 – What a trade package would look like9:17 – Imagining a LeBron-led Mavs lineup11:23 – Final thoughts on the situation12:20 – Closing it out with a wink and a nod
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Clubhouse Season 15 Episode 52 - The Finale!

Tune in as we wrap up our FIFTEENTH Season back in our studios! Getting ready for a HUGE weekend in the stuff we discuss and we look back at the craziest year yet!

¡Al Maximo! Ep.32

🏆 Final europea en la Copa Mundial de Clubes, México campeón de la Copa Oro y los Rangers en modo crisis: ¿comprar o vender? | ¡Al Máximo! con Carlos Nava y Víctor Villalba
En este episodio de ¡Al Máximo!, Carlos Nava y Víctor Villalba traen lo mejor del fútbol y el béisbol con su estilo directo, divertido y 100% en español.
⚽ Hablamos del éxito de la Copa Mundial de Clubes, que cerró con broche de oro en una final completamente europea.🇲🇽 México hizo lo suyo en la Copa Oro, pero el que sigue en picada es Estados Unidos, y aquí te decimos por qué.⚾ Y en el béisbol, los Texas Rangers enfrentan decisiones clave en la MLB: ¿Es momento de comprar o vender jugadores antes del cierre de temporada?🕊️ También rendimos homenaje al gran Miguel Ángel "Zurdo" López, una leyenda del fútbol que deja huella eterna.
Todo esto y mucho más, como siempre, ¡Al Máximo!
📌 No olvides suscribirte, darle like y activar la campanita para no perderte ningún episodio.
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Shippy & Grubes Ep 46: What The Hell Is Investing?

Grubes is a man! He's 40! Celebrate with him as we give (bad) investing tips, we have an update on Red Panda, and discuss a crazy Mountain Dew theory!

Micah Parsons, Floods & Farewells: When Sports Meets Real Life | July 9 | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Can the Cowboys afford greatness—or are they about to break the bank and the roster? 💰🏈
In this deeply moving and sharp-edged episode of Just Wondering, Norm Hitzges pulls no punches. From the looming salary cap chaos facing the Dallas Cowboys (Micah Parsons and Dak Prescott are about to get paid) to a heartfelt reflection on tragedy in Texas' Hill Country, this episode balances sports talk with the human side of life.
Norm, joined by Mary Hitzges, doesn’t just break down NFL logistics—he unpacks what it means when real life hits harder than any linebacker. As the community reels from historic flooding, Norm opens up about personal loss and the importance of compassion in times of crisis. He also pays tribute to Sir Gordon Jago, a giant in the world of soccer whose legacy lives on through both the Dallas Cup and the countless lives he touched.
You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you might even tear up—this one’s got heart, smarts, and all the reasons why Just Wondering continues to be one of the most thoughtful sports podcasts around.
📌 Chapters00:00 – Cowboys Cap Woes & Texas Flooding Overview02:11 – Micah, Dak & The Salary Cap Crunch08:45 – A Hall of Fame Steak at Bob’s09:24 – Hill Country Floods: Grief, Loss & Support for Pat Green11:49 – Remembering Sir Gordon Jago: A Quiet Legend13:13 – Why We Wonder: Heart, Sports & Humanity
👉 Subscribe for more episodes where sports insight meets real-life stories.
#DallasCowboys #MicahParsons #DakPrescott #NFLSalaryCap #NormHitzges #JustWonderingPodcast #TexasFlooding #PatGreen #GordonJago #DallasCup #CowboysFootball #SportsPodcast #DFWSports #NFLNews #SoccerLegends #TexasTragedy #SportsAndLife #MaryHitzges #SunsetLoungeDFW
 
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Beer 30 Sports O'clock: The thing you hit the ball with... a tire iron

We’re back!! Ziggy’s brain sees what it wants when it comes to names. Bri runs with women and doesn’t own an American flag bathing suit. They discuss the Stars new hires Caitlin Clark coming back to Dallas and whatever it is that the Bucks are doing with their roster. Have you heard of Hyrox? Ziggy rants and explains what it’s like to buy tickets for it. Did the fourth of July feel like a holiday or just another day.

Rangers' Struggles: To Trade or Not to Trade? | July 7 | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Texas Rangers trade deadline drama? Norm Hitzges breaks down the team's batting struggles, pitching puzzle, and whether it’s time to rebuild or double down on a playoff push. ⚾️📉
In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm dives headfirst into the offensive woes of the Texas Rangers—with batting averages dropping, big names slumping, and the trade deadline looming large. Is it time to hit the panic button, or can the team still claw its way into a wild card spot?
From shaky sluggers to flashes of pitching brilliance, Norm dissects what’s working (barely) and what’s not. He lays out the real questions facing Rangers’ management—and why blowing it all up might be a little premature.
Toss in some solid baseball strategy, sharp stats, and Norm’s no-nonsense perspective, and you’ve got a must-listen for every DFW baseball fan trying to make sense of this rollercoaster season.
🎧 Subscribe now for more sports sanity in a sea of hot takes.
📌 Chapters00:00 – Rangers' Offensive Struggles & Retirement Planning Banter02:14 – Slumping Stats: Injuries & Batting Woes Take Center Field05:08 – The Trade Deadline Dilemma: Fix or Rebuild?06:31 – Should the Rangers Blow It Up or Run It Back?09:02 – A Quick Bite: Bob’s Steakhouse & Dallas Traditions
#TexasRangers #MLBTradeDeadline #NormHitzges #JustWonderingPodcast #DFWSports #RangersBaseball #BaseballPodcast #MLBNews #TradeRumors #SportsTalk #BaseballAnalytics #PlayoffPush #RangersRebuild #SunsetLoungeDFW #SportsCommentary #PitchingRotation #BaseballBanter
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The Illusion of the Fight: Jake Paul vs. The Legends of Yesterday | July 4th | Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges

Jake Paul is punching his way through boxing history—just don’t ask if it’s legit. 🥊💸
In this episode of Just Wondering, longtime sports voice Norm Hitzges takes aim at the wild world of YouTube boxing, celebrity matchups, and the hype machine that somehow made Jake Paul the 14th-ranked cruiserweight in the world.
Norm dives deep into Paul’s latest matchup against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., peeling back the layers of spectacle, strategy, and pure chaos that define modern-day boxing. Is this the future of the sport—or just nostalgia in gloves and a pay-per-view price tag?
👀 From Chavez’s post-fight legal mess to Jake’s carefully curated list of over-the-hill opponents, this episode delivers a knockout combo of sports critique, media commentary, and good old-fashioned Norm wit.
Expect hot takes on:
Jake Paul’s rise from influencer to ring-walking millionaire
The fine art of picking your opponents (hint: go old)
Why nostalgia sells—even if the punches don’t land
The bizarre blurring of sport, entertainment, and YouTube clout
Whether you're a fight fan, a sports traditionalist, or just love a spicy rant about modern media madness, this episode pulls no punches.
🧠 Subscribe for more sharp sports insight, curious commentary, and the kind of episodes that make you say, “Did he really just say that?”
📌 Chapters00:00 – Can we stop pretending Jake Paul is good for boxing?01:05 – From influencer to fighter: Paul's path paved in $$$02:17 – Chavez Jr. falls to Paul… again03:13 – Chavez’s weight gain, rehab, and arrest aftermath04:12 – The playbook: fighting fading legends05:09 – Paul’s suspiciously speedy climb in boxing rankings06:45 – Chavez’s legal issues and deportation risk07:33 – Are fans part of the problem? Paying for garbage09:30 – Wrapping up with Norm’s take on today’s fight game
#JakePaul #BoxingDrama #JulioCesarChavezJr #JakePaulBoxing #BoxingPodcast #NormHitzges #JustWonderingPodcast #YouTubeBoxers #SportsCommentary #InfluencerBoxing #BoxingRankings #SportsSpectacle #DallasSports #FightGame #PodcastChapters #CombatSports #ModernBoxing
 
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Clubhouse Season 15 Episode 51

¡Al Maximo! Ep.31

Vaya terrible espectáculo el de Jake Paul y peor todavía el de Julio César Chavez Jr.
Ni siquiera pelearon ¡Al Máximo!, una vergüenza arriba del ring…
La Copa Mundial de Clubes está goleando como visitante a la Copa Oro, que ni cómo soportarla…
El beisbol brilla en los estadios mexicanos y en los de Grandes Ligas crece Alejandro Osunacon los Rangers
Esto y más, ¡Al Máximo!

Shippy & Grubes Ep 45: Shippy Fought The Law and McLovin Won

Shippy went to court, NBA and NHL free agency is already nuts, and we need to speak to the manager!

Why aren't these Sports Stories getting more Air Time | July 2 | Just Wondering with Norm

Norm Hitzges is back, and he's got some things to say. 🎙️🔥In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm dives headfirst into the under-the-radar sports stories that deserve the spotlight—served with a side of sarcasm, smarts, and straight-up honesty.
🏈 NFL rookie Shedeur Sanders is in the headlines, but not for his on-field moves—let’s just say 101 isn’t just his jersey number.🤠 The Cowboys got snubbed from CBS Sports’ list of 2025 contenders. Norm’s not mad… just disappointed.🏀 The Mavs picked up D’Angelo Russell while Kyrie rehabs—solid backup plan or wishful thinking?⚾ Wander Franco’s legal situation is raising serious questions for MLB. Norm doesn’t hold back.🟡 And Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh? Yep. That’s happening.
From baseball blowups to NFL hot takes, plus a few brutal truths about the business of sports, this episode is full of the kind of insight you won’t hear anywhere else.
🗓️ New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday🎧 Subscribe and join Norm three times a week as he wonders out loud about the stories no one else is covering—but everyone should be.
👇 Drop a comment with your take, and don’t forget to like and subscribe!
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00:00 | Introduction and Sports Stories Needing Attention 00:01 | NFL Rookie Quarterback Shedur Sanders' Speeding Controversy 02:56 | CBS Sports' NFL Contenders and Dallas Cowboys Omission 03:46 | Mavericks' New Point Guard D'Angelo Russell 04:34 | Wander Franco's Legal Issues and MLB Suspension 06:18 | NCAA Basketball Tournament Expansion for 2025 07:54 | Aaron Rodgers Signs with Steelers 08:45 | Chicago White Sox Fan Incident and MLB Ban 10:40 | Outro and Sponsorship Acknowledgment 
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Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges | June 30th | Sports Legends: Remembering the Greats of Texas Radio

🎉 BIG NEWS, folks! 🎙️
The legendary Norm Hitzges has officially found his new home—The Sunset Lounge! 🌅 And with him comes that unmistakable voice, endless stories, and the podcast you’ve come to love: Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges.In his debut episode from the Lounge, Norm kicks things off in style with fellow Texas radio icon Mike Rhyner—a.k.a. The Old Gray Wolf. The two dive into everything from Rhyner’s groundbreaking run at The Ticket to his passion for baseball, music, and a surprise brush with John Hinckley Jr. (Yeah, that happened.)
🎙️ It’s a little sports, a little music, a lot of radio nostalgia—and a whole lot of Norm.
📍Just Wondering is now streaming from The Sunset Lounge—where storytelling lives loud and local.
Hit play, subscribe, and welcome Norm to his new stage.
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Engel Angle: The reality of being one of "America's Sweethearts"

Kelsey Bond talked to Mac about her four-year run with the world's most famous cheerleaders, The DCCers. There is no more renowned group than the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders.Netflix's popular show, "America's Sweethearts" about the DCCers just launched its second season, and Kelsey spoke about what it's really like to be a member of that celebrated squad.
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Clubhouse 15-50

Live from Riders Field!

¡Al Maximo! Ep 30

Shippy & Grubes Ep 44: Can You Name All Your Kids?

In this episode, Shippy & Grubes explore parenthood - kind of - as Nick Cannon and the Dallas Cowboys try to figure out childcare! Also, the Florida Panthers and OKC Thunder are on way different ends of the party spectrum and we re-live some embarrassing sports DJ moments!