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H3 Sam McDowell

Aug 18, 2026 · 39m

Summary

The episode covers a contentious Kansas City city council meeting regarding the new Royals stadium, highlighting a physical altercation and arrest during public testimony. Hosts discuss the project's $1.9 billion funding structure, public opposition, and the rushed timeline ahead of a petition deadline. The conversation shifts to NFL topics, including a critical analysis of Troy Aikman’s Hall of Fame credentials and Kansas City Chiefs’ preseason depth concerns. Finally, they celebrate Royals pitcher Noah Cameron’s dominant recent performance after he began calling his own pitches.

Topics discussed

Intro and All Weather Decks sponsorship City Council meeting on Royals stadium project Altercation and arrest of Daryl Miller Stadium funding details and maintenance costs Construction timeline and petition deadline Discussion on Cleveland Browns stadium design Death of ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard Super Bowl trivia and Joe Namath debate Critique of Troy Aikman's Hall of Fame stats Chiefs preseason review and roster concerns Royals pitcher Noah Cameron's resurgence
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