The Distraction: A Defector Podcast Disrespecting John Madden’s Name
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Feb 13, 2025 Drew and Roth dissect The Big Game, critiquing Tom Brady's less-than-stellar commentary while praising the Eagles' defense. They delve into the cultural legacy of sports commentators like John Madden, sharing humorous anecdotes about food at Super Bowl parties. The discussion swings to NBA controversies and wild trade conspiracies surrounding Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. Plus, listener voicemails lead to entertaining debates about kitchen mishaps and culinary preferences, making for a delightful mix of sports and laughs.
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Quiet Super Bowl
- Drew Magary watched the Super Bowl with his wife, who doesn't like football.
- Even she noticed Tom Brady's poor commentary, finding it perturbing.
The Color Commentary Test
- If a casual viewer notices the color commentator, it's a bad sign.
- Good commentary, like Bill Raftery's, is enjoyable even if you don't follow the sport closely.
Childhood Sports Reads
- David Roth recalls reading John Madden and Dick Vitale books as a kid.
- These books attempted to capture the personalities of these sports figures, adding to Roth's early sports fandom.