The Nerds of Sport have returned once again! On this episode, we discuss our kids' activities (or lack thereof), access to winter sports, and the Big Ten's decision to screw Indiana over. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif

Jean-Claude Van Damme Hockey Movies, NBA Wins, and College Football Apathy (Ep 147)

Nov 11th, 2020 42m 19s

We owed this one to each other. Our brains needed some stimulation. Thanks to all for the support. We plan on being back more consistently now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsnerds/support

American Sports Attempt a Return (Ep 146)

Jul 3rd, 2020 44m 19s

We needed to talk about some things. So we did. Via Zoom. You might enjoy it. It's full of sports ball stuff. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsnerds/support

Talking Beer and Baseball with The Athletic's Eno Sarris (Ep 145)

Apr 30th, 2020 1h 38m

Eno Sarris, friend of the pod and writer for The Athletic (not The Atlantic), returns to the show to drink some beer and talk about what baseball will look like if it returns in 2020.This was recorded as an interview for the Unfiltered podcas

Talking About Sports When Sports Don't Exist (Ep 144)

Mar 31st, 2020 28m 5s

Hi Friends, we decided to talk about how our lives are without sports. We even talk about whether or not sports really matter. Like most of your lives right now, it was a rather somber and surreal conversation. So enjoy!--- Support this pod

Our Attempt at a Nuanced Conversation about the Legacy of Kobe Bryant (Ep 143)

Feb 26th, 2020 37m

Maybe it was best we waited a while for a new episode: In this one we attempt to have a thoughtful (and critical conversation) about Kobe Bryant, his legacy, and the function of the cult of celebrity. --- Support this podcast: https://podca

Cheating in Baseball, What?! (Ep 142)

Jan 15th, 2020 35m 13s

We told you the Astros were assholes. Looks like the Red Sox might be too. Oh, and a lot of other teams. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsnerds/support

Patrick Reed Is the Guy No One Wants at Their Holiday Party (Ep 141)

Dec 19th, 2019 34m 32s

On this week's show, we cover Josh Gordon's most recent suspension from the NFL and recognize that Patrick Reed is the biggest spare on the PGA tour. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsnerds/support

We Talk Hockey... A Lot of It (Ep 140)

Dec 11th, 2019 54m 3s

We are back to congratulate Megan Rapinoe, critique the College Football Playoff, unpack massive contracts for MLB pitchers, and dive deeeeeep into what's going on in the NHL because that sh*t is real. ------Our 4th Annual Bowl Pick ‘Em conte

The Astros' Transition from Underdogs to Assholes (Ep 139)

Nov 13th, 2019 43m 5s

We've rekindled our friendship to discuss our shared hatred of the Houston Astros (who have now been recognized as cheaters) and the corporate gutting of the once-great Deadspin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/

We Invested in an Ann Arbor App Company (Ep 138)

Oct 16th, 2019 40m 11s

Sam went to Ann Arbor and beat Brian in golf. Then some other shit happened. Glad to be back!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsnerds/support

Ann Arbor Weekends and Wide Receivers Who Fart (Ep 137)

Sep 18th, 2019 35m 30s

Hello everyone, we are back for another installment of your favorite sports podcast. This week we talk about Antonio Brown breaking wind, the A's doing what the A's do, and then some other things you might enjoy.--- Support this podcast: ht

Serena, Identity Politics, and Carpenter Shorts (Ep 136)

Sep 6th, 2019 47m 53s

We were absolute fire in this one. Maybe the best ever... We open with discussion of the long-held dominance Serena Williams and Clayton Kershaw have had over their respective sports then get into the economic performance of eSports. We finish

Adults Shouldn't Wear Basketball Jerseys (Ep 135)

Aug 13th, 2019 56m 43s

We slow rolled into this one beginning with a nice chat about MLB standings. After putting you to sleep with shit most of you don't care about we take a deep dive on the NCAA and recent changes to student-athlete/NBA agent rules. --- Suppor

'Dem Boyz Are Back (yes, that's a terrible name for an episode) (Ep 134)

Jul 29th, 2019 55m 56s

Hellllllllloooooooo, everybody. We recorded last week and here's the magic we came up with. We touched upon archaic MLB rules, college football recruiting, and yes, the privilege of being able to move freely. Enjoy!--- Support this podcast:

Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, and Those Darn Conservative Snowflakes (Ep 133)

Jul 10th, 2019 50m 38s

We took some assholes to task on this one, but tried to sound smart doing it. We examine the criticism of Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe as well as point out some of the shortcoming of the arguments out there around equal pay for US soccer pla

If a Shart Could Be a Podcast This Would Be It (Ep 132)

Jul 2nd, 2019 50m 48s

Sam and Brian return to produce this turd of an episode, covering World Cup and Gold Cup, some NBA free agency, and other things. There are some nuggets that seem to be good. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show

Brooks Koepka Has an Amazing Jawline and The Impossible Burger is Legit (Ep 131)

Jun 10th, 2019 56m

Sam and Brian return to talk about the US Open, Australian and New Zealand sports and food, Donal Trump's golf game, and much, much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsnerds/support

Cubs Want Redemption, Norway Wants Access (Ep 130)

Apr 30th, 2019 57m 24s

We have returned! This week we are discussing the Chicago Cubs strong-arming beat writers, issues with redemption narratives in sports, domestic violence, and why Norway is better at sports than people think they should be. We liked this on

Bad Refs and Magic Floaters (Ep 129)

Apr 12th, 2019 44m 25s

Sam and Brian discuss the NCAA's referee development program (or lack thereof), Magic Johnson's departure from LA, and Nick Bosa's seemingly-forgotten tweets. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sportsnerds/su

What Kind of Person Tries to Cut Funding for Special Olympics (Ep 128)

Mar 27th, 2019 47m 56s

Find more at wearesportsnerds.com. And follow us on Instagram (@sports.nerds), Twitter (@_SportsNerds), and Facebook (facebook.com/sportsnerds).Drs. Schrader and Jay offer up some quick hits on Mike Trout's new contract, Rob Gronkowski's reti

Who Makes the Worst Decisions: NCAA, MLB, or Paul Manafort? Go! (Ep 127)

Mar 15th, 2019 44m 28s

Find more at wearesportsnerds.com. And follow us on Instagram (@sports.nerds), Twitter (@_SportsNerds), and Facebook (facebook.com/sportsnerds).Sam and Brian have reunited to talk about rich moms bribing ADs because of their dumb kids, forthc

Eno Sarris Talks Baseball and Beer with Sam and Brian's Brother, Both of Whom Are Overserved (Ep 126)

Mar 5th, 2019 32m 24s

Find more at wearesportsnerds.com. And follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.Brian isn't on this one, but Sam and Brian's older, less put-together brother talk beer and baseball with Eno Sarris, lover of craft beer and writer for The

A Week of Old Dudes Making Regrettable Choices (Ep 125)

Feb 27th, 2019 37m 46s

Find more at wearesportsnerds.com. And follow us on Instagram (@sports.nerds), Twitter (@_SportsNerds), and Facebook (facebook.com/sportsnerds).Robert Craft had a bad week. Gary Dolphin had a bad week. Jim Boheim had a terrible, terrible week