Hour 2 - Red Meat
Summary
Ben Maller mocks the outrage over Texas quarterback Arch Manning laughing at an AI video, labeling it performative culture war nonsense. He also discusses Pete Alonso’s return to Citi Field, where Mets owner Steve Cohen’s “this is your home” greeting was interpreted as an apology for the team’s recent failures. Finally, Maller highlights the Broncos’ confirmed attempt to recruit Drew Brees before the AFC title game, criticizing the coaching staff’s lack of confidence in their current backups.
Topics discussed
Intro: Marcus Allen and Underdog promo
Sponsors: Granger, ChatGPT, Home Depot
Show open: Arch Manning AI video controversy
Studio banter and DraftKings promo
Analysis: Outrage over Arch Manning's reaction
Discussion: Performative outrage and media hypocrisy
Media habits: Why reporters laugh at boring athletes
Mets: Pete Alonso return and Steve Cohen's apology
Broncos: Backup QBs, Sean Payton, and aging stars
Promos: Underdog and Odd Couple YouTube channel
Sponsors: Underdog, ChatGPT, T-Mobile, Migraine
Mailbag: NBA, Kawhi, and rotation complaints
Mailbag: AI fears and Halloween candy preferences
Mailbag: Boxing records and Burger King nuggets
Mailbag: Beauty debates and personal anecdotes
Sponsors: FSR, Underdog, ChatGPT, T-Mobile, AVEY
NFL News: Buccaneers, Raiders, and Watt brothers
Outro: Underdog and ChatGPT promos
Final Sponsors: Lingo Kids and AEW Impact
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