Nothing Personal with David Samson
Le Batard & Friends, Sports, Baseball, MLB
NPDS - Nothing Personal with David Samson is a daily sports podcast hosted by David Samson. David is dedicated to decoding the endless musings of players, owners and others in a concise, articulate and entertaining manner. Samson was in charge of a Major League Baseball team for 18 years, with winning a World Series ring, building a new ballpark, hosting an All-Star game, and buying and selling a franchise, among his many experiences and accomplishments. His breadth of knowledge covers all aspects of sport. This podcast will be the destination for fans of sports and entertainment who want to hear the truth about real situations as they occur each day. Every segment will give his audience a unique perspective, not found anywhere else. His voice is strong and unwavering, his brand is honesty and his reach is extraordinary. And remember, it's just business...It's nothing personal! Subscribe to Nothing Personal on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@npds
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Nov 20, 2023 • 47min
Phillies sign Aaron Nola to new massive deal: Is Bryce Harper renegotiation next?; NFL investigating Bengals over Joe Burrow injury... why? (Episode 936)
If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘7/172’ as in 7 years as in 172 million as in Aaron Nola has gotten the biggest deal the Phillies have ever given to a pitcher. Did they get better? Was it worth it? (11:30) Should the Phillies tear up Harper’s contract and give him a new one? A raise? More years? (21:50) What happened with the Bengals and Joe Burrow? Was he hurt before the game? Was he hurt during the game? Should the Bengals be penalized? (33:55) Review: The Boy Who Lived. (39:00) NPPOD. (44:00) Let me talk about my weekend. It was a fun one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 17, 2023 • 48min
Oakland Athletics Relocation: MLB owners unanimously vote in favor of relocation - What does it all mean? What will happen next? (Episode 935)
IF YOU WANNA TALK TO SAMSON: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘relocation frenzy’ as in relocation as in MLB as in Oakland as in Las Vegas as in John Fisher as in Rob Manfred. The vote happened. It was approved. What happens to the Athletics now? (31:45) Review: She Came to Me (34:23) MLB Awards Recap. (40:40) Jim Harbaugh has accepted his 3-game ban. Why? Why did Michigan give up its legal battle vs the Big Ten? (43:35) Formula 1 in Vegas has been a disaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 16, 2023 • 47min
Do the Browns regret that Deshaun Watson contract yet?; Draymond Green deserved more than a 5-game ban!; What's happening with Kelly Oubre? (Episode 934)
IF YOU WANNNNNNNNNA TALK TO SAMSON: davidsamsonpodcast.comHappy Birthday Day, we’re always thinking about you.Today’s word of the day is ‘230’ as in 230 million as in 230 Million guaranteed dollars as in Deshaun Watson as in the Cleveland Browns. Deshaun Watson is out for the year. He still gets paid. Do the Browns regret this deal yet? 12 games in 2 years. That’s it. (9:45) Draymond Green was suspended for 5 games for putting Rudy Gobert in a chokehold. Was that enough? (22:45) Review: LA Story. (29:00) Ron Washington was introduced as the Angels new manager. Did anyone ask him about Ohtani? He spoke about Trout and Rendon. The GM says they’ll be aggressive this offseason. (36:00) NPPOD. (38:30) What is happening with Kelly Oubre? He suffered an injury that he says was caused by a car accident. The police are saying they can’t find video of the incident. What? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 15, 2023 • 47min
Remembering Padres owner Peter Seidler; What is next for the Padres?; Athletics owner John Fisher responds to Oakland fans! (Episode 933)
If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘fan’ as in a big fan as in the Padres biggest fan as in yesterday the San Diego Padres announced that Peter Seilder had died at 63. The owner of the Padres was the team’s biggest fan and he tried and tried to win. (10:10) John Fisher, owner of the Athletics, had a little run in with Athletics fans in Arlington. Let’s see what he had to say! (26:00) Review: Escaping Twin Flames. (30:50) Giancarlo Stanton’s agent has responded to Brian Cashman. Uh oh. (40:25) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Buffalo Bills firing the OC after another loss. (47:00) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 14, 2023 • 47min
Shohei Ohtani reportedly only wants to play for contender!; Cashman's harsh criticism of Stanton; Craig Counsell says sorry to Brewers fans (Episode 932)
MERCH: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘winning’ as contender as in Shohei Ohtani as in the Angels as in free agency. What does winning have to do with it? Well, reportedly Ohtani wants to play for a contender. Does that mean no more Angels? (13:25) Brian Cashman had some harsh words about Giancarlo Stanton. Why? (19:15) Craig Counsell was introduced as the next Cubs manager. What happened? What did he say? (31:35) Review: Sly. (34:40) The Houston Astros succession plan has been activated. Goodbye Dusty. Hello Espada. (39:50) NPPOD. (42:40) Zion Williamson talked about buying into the Pelicans program. What does that mean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2023 • 47min
Jim Harbaugh, Michigan taking Big Ten to court over suspension! Texas A&M will pay Jimbo Fisher $76 MILLION to NOT coach! (Episode 931)
If you wannnnnnnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘temporary injunction’ as in Jim Harbaugh as in Michigan as in the Big Ten as in college football. It has been a wild 72 hours in the college football world, but let’s start in Happy Valley. Michigan goes to play Penn State and Jim Harbaugh was not there. The Big Ten suspended him on Friday night! (12:10) Jimbo Fisher was fired by Texas A&M and the school owes him $76M! Just insane! $76M to not coach! What a life! (30:50) Review: The Killer. (35:32) NPPOD. (40:00) The Mavericks TV announcer went off on James Harden. Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 10, 2023 • 48min
Panthers owner David Tepper LOVES firing coaches... Is Frank Reich next?; RSN trouble means MLB payroll problems! (Episode 930)
David Tepper, Panthers owner who loves firing coaches, discusses the possibility of Frank Reich being the next coach to be fired. MLB payroll problems due to Regional Sports Networks causing financial issues for teams. Also, topics covered: GameStop short squeeze, Oakland Athletics update, understanding short squeezes in the stock market, controversy of GameStop and team relocation, Steelers history, and Ole Miss lawsuit involving Lane Kiffin.
Nov 9, 2023 • 48min
Scott Boras takes center stage at MLB GM Meetings... lucky us!; Michigan readies itself for battle with Big Ten! (Episode 929)
Baseball agent Scott Boras talks about free agents, the World Series, and the pitch clock at the GM Meetings. Michigan v. Big Ten controversy heats up with accusations of sign-stealing. The podcast also covers the Hollywood strike, AI's potential impact on the entertainment industry, and an NBA game analysis.
Nov 8, 2023 • 47min
Cashman calls Yankees "pretty f****** good!" - what did he mean!?; MLB Meetings: Here's EVERYTHING that's being discussed! (Episode 928)
Merch Merch Merch Merch: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘indignant’ as in GM Meetings as in scrums as in media sessions as in Brian Cashman as in the Yankees. What happened? Well, the GM Meetings are taking place in Scottsdale. What happens there you ask? Let’s discuss. (18:45) The Ohtani Sweepstakes have begun. He was the talk of the town. Everyone wants him. Everyone has a plan. How else are teams preparing for this offseason? What happens if you lose out on Ohtani? (24:45) What else is happening at the GM Meetings? Who’s talking? (35:00) Review: Fingernails. (39:13) Adam Silver has a lot of problems right now. Referees. LeBron. All-Star Game. In-Season Tournament. TV Rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 7, 2023 • 48min
Chicago Cubs shock MLB! Fire Ross and hire Craig Counsell!; Mets hire Yankees bench coach!; Will any MLB player accept a qualifying offer? (Episode 927)
If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘managerial madness’ as in you’re fired as in you’re hired as in David Ross as in Craig Counsell as in the Chicago Cubs as in WHAT!? Craig Counsell leaves the Brewers for division rival Brewers! (16:20) The New York Mets have hired Carlos Mendoza! Who? The Yankees bench coach. What happened with Counsell!? (18:50) The Arizona Diamondbacks extended Torey Luvullo again. That’s right. Twice in one year! (22:00) The Chicago White Sox are hard resetting on the team. Fired the front office. Now declined an option on Tim Anderson. (31:22) Review: What the Health. (35:40) What is the qualifying offer? How does it impact a team? Will players accept it? (41:45) NPPOD. (43:50) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me how it works when a team posts a player and how an MLB team signs that player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
