House of Strauss

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.houseofstrauss.comOur man Glass is here to discuss an oddly contentious week in sports media. Prominent names are fighting, so we decided to give our takes on what the hell is happening. Topics include but aren’t limited to…* Is Bill Simmons right that ESPN will fuck up Inside the NBA?* Ryen Russillo draws ire of Mina Kimes over a harmless joke* Towel snapping maleness of Inside* Bill Simmons vs. Pablo Torre (A B.S. report with Pablo was released right after we recorded, so perhaps not history’s most contentious feud)* LeBron James vs. Brian Windhorst* How successful is LeBron’s Mind the Game podcast?* Is there are a big audience for basketball strategy in a podcast?* “NBA ratings don’t matter,” say people who seem to love when they’re up* The “High Floor, Low Ceiling” theory of NBA viewership * How big is the impact of small markets on viewership?* Is Pride Month now Pride Day in sports?* Why do sports teams tweet more about Pride than other corporations?* Elon Musk going at Trump’s bill on Twitter/X

Ed Latimore, a former professional boxer turned writer, shares his journey and insights in this engaging conversation. He discusses the unintentional weight of parenthood and its profound consequences. Ed also delves into what getting knocked out on live television taught him about resilience. He candidly addresses societal fears around public shame and explores the surprisingly emotional 'why' behind losing weight. Plus, he shares a quirky anecdote about a town in Canada that's home to polar bears!

Here’s my Substack live video with Mike Pesca! Btw, Mike and Bomani Jones will be joining me for my inaugural launch of Random Offense on YouTube, Friday 4pm ET (1 pm PST). Here’s a link for that. Join up.Idea of Random Offense is it’s a bit like the old Callin show I used to do, with listener involvement, only more visual. You guys can call in, ask questions, submit article ideas for the Substack. See you Friday. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.houseofstrauss.com/subscribe

Matt is back! Nearly two hours of tech and media conversation, in which Matt reveals that he endorses Jon Voight’s plan to take Hollywood back to the 1970s. Also, we discuss how sports television is now aggressively eating scripted Hollywood. Topics include but aren’t limited to…* We were bullied into doing this episode by my only female subscriber* Woke Matt doesn’t think HBO’s The Pitt is woke* Did I accidentally trick a writer into thinking I’m a robot? * Max goes back to HBO Max* Old people are still running the show* “The creator economy is a scam”* Sports asserted their dominance at Upfronts* Are Group Chats going public? * Woke Matt defends universities Thanks for reading House of Strauss! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.houseofstrauss.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.houseofstrauss.comHouse of Glass alert! Topics include but aren’t limited…* Nike not optimizing shareholder value* NBA lottery history suspicious but probably not rigged* Is Cooper Flagg a top tier prospect historically? Would you trade him for Giannis?* Why nobody cares about Anthony Edwards’ off court issues* Sad Bill Belichick situation* Does Bill Belichick really still have sex? * Meadowlark Media crossroads* Why the other media moguls have issues with Dan Le Batard

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.houseofstrauss.comYou people emailed me, wanting Spike Eskin’s commentary on JJ Redick’s playoff flameout. This tweet was but a taste…We discuss Spike’s anti Redick theory and so much. more. Topics include but aren’t limited to…* “Farting in church” basketball takes like wanting more from Popovich’s coaching tree* Is it fair to suggest that Redick’s choking as a player can carry over into coaching?* Why everyone loves James Harden as choking archetype * What Redick misses about coaching* Why NFL film watching is “astrology for dudes” * A good sports pundit is right a lot. A great sports pundit is constantly wrong and it never matters* Does Spike feel betrayed by Dasha Nekrasova hiding her imminent marriage?

Mike of The Gist is here, which means the conversation flows so easily. We start with Giannis Antetokounmpo going viral again in defeat, and then hit a range of sports current events. Topics include but aren’t limited to…* Why the public likes Giannis’ defeat monologues* Is Antetokounmpo at all at fault for the Milwaukee disaster?* NBA playoff ratings have juice* What’s up with all TV ratings these days? Are they real or fake?* Aaron Rodgers is insufferable in totality but not in bite sizes* Why NBA superstars try to change too many things around them* How to deal with celebrities* How many NBA players earn more than Adam Silver? * Todd McShay > Mel Kiper * Mike defends Mel Kiper * My ONE big rule of drafting NBA and NFL players This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.houseofstrauss.com/subscribe

Andrew Bogut and Mike Procopio dive into the intense playoffs, dissecting the physicality of the Warriors-Rockets match-up. They controversially discuss the blame for Jimmy Butler's injury and reflect on unforgettable moments like Draymond Green's infamous kick. The duo tackles the disarray of the Mavericks following their Luka Dončić trade and debates the merits of recent NBA choices, including Evan Mobley for Defensive Player of the Year. Plus, they contemplate Bogut's coaching aspirations and the intrigue of past trade decisions.

Wosny Lambre, an insightful NBA analyst and commentator, delves into the intersection of basketball and celebrity culture. He discusses the allure of Luka Doncic, particularly his branding as 'Laker Luka,' compared to his Dallas persona. The conversation features the clever marketing of Jordan Brand's ads and the cultural significance of NBA players' relationships. Wosny also tackles the scrutiny faced by Rudy Gobert and shares opinions on Steph Curry as a Houston rival, showcasing how player narratives shape perceptions in the sports world.

Andy Liu, co-host of the Light Years podcast and a keen observer of the Golden State Warriors, discusses his unconventional career shift from sports journalism to tech sales. He explores why Steve Kerr excels as a coach while sharing his thoughts on media perceptions of the Warriors vs. Rockets. They humorously reflect on the quirks of corporate life at Yelp and debate the media's entitlement in the union movement. Plus, they tackle the buzz around Jonathan Kuminga and ponder the 49ers' draft choices.