The Rich Eisen Show
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The Rich Eisen Show mixes expert sports analysis with pop culture, humor and insightful interviews. Rich attracts the most recognizable names across sports and entertainment from athletes and coaches like Deion Sanders, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, and Aaron Rodgers, to celebrities like Larry David, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Oscar winners Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Regina King, and Morgan Freeman. The Emmy-nominated show originates out of Los Angeles and airs live weekdays Noon-3PM ET/9AM-Noon PT on Disney+, ESPN+ and on ESPN Radio and SiriusXM Channel 80 nationally. In addition, the show is available on-demand with ESPN Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify and other podcast platforms. Eisen said, "After all these years of seeing TV add 10 pounds, I'm hoping phones and tablets will only add 5.
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Aug 26, 2025 • 49min
NFC South Predictions
Rich, Brockman and TJ reveal how the NFC South will shake out among the Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers and Saints, and debate if the Falcons will keep Kirk Cousins around as Michael Penix Jr’s backup all season or trade the former Pro Bowler to a QB-needy team.
Nnamdi Asomugha joins Rich in-studio where he reveals how he went from being an All-Pro NFL cornerback to writing, directing and acting in movies like ‘The Knife’ and his upcoming AppleTV series ‘The Savant’ alongside Oscar-winner Jessican Chastain, weighs in on the Hollywood Reporter’s highly-controversial list of the 25 best sports movies ever, and reveals why he, unlike the rest of his former Raiders teammates, never feared the team’s late owner Al Davis.
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 26, 2025 • 53min
Rich Reacts To Travis Kelce And Taylor Swift Getting Engaged
Rich reacts to Las Vegas WR Jakobi Meyers asking for a trade on the same day the team brought former Pro Bowler Amari Cooper back into the fold, and weighs in on Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy claiming he, a huge University of Michigan supporter, has been banned from Ohio Stadium for FOX’s ‘Big Noon Kickoff’ show prior to the #1 Texas vs #3 Ohio State game on Saturday.
Rich reacts live on the air to the breaking news of Chiefs TE Travis Kelce’s engagement to Taylor Swift, and plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ with a Las Vegas Raiders fan.
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 26, 2025 • 54min
Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler
Rich reacts to DE Trey Hendrickson and the Cincinnati Bengals ending their long contract standoff and says what it means for the Micah Parsons/Dallas Cowboys impasse, and breaks down the Browns trading Kenny Pickett to the Raiders, leaving rookies Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel as Joe Flacco’s backup QBs.
‘Heed the Call’ podcasts hosts Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler join Rich in-studio to discuss if the Philadelphia Eagles can repeat as Super Bowl champions, if the 49ers’ contending window is closing fast, what Matthew Stafford’s health means for the Rams title chances, how the NFC North could shake out, if the Buccaneers or Commanders are more likely to win the NFC, if the Bills, Chiefs or Ravens will win AFC bragging rights, if Aaron Rodgers can take the Steelers to the playoffs, what to make of the Browns trading Pickett to the Raiders, their expectations for the New York Jets, and more.
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 25, 2025 • 1h 5min
No-Contest Wrestling: WWE NXT Superstar Lola Vice
Lola Vice joins the show to discuss how her wrestling journey took her from being a taekwondo master to inside the MMA octagon to becoming the new #1 contender to the NXT Women’s Championship. Lola reveals how growing up in a martial arts family toughened her for professional wrestling, and why becoming the 1st Cuban-American female signed by the WWE is so significant. Lola also discusses her work with AAA, her NXT “Underground” fights, doing a double “Devil’s Kiss” with Stephanie Vaquer, her Bar Fight Crew, WrestleMania dream opponents and much more!
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 25, 2025 • 51min
AFC North Predictions
The discussion dives into the Cleveland Browns' complex quarterback situation as they predict the AFC North standings. A lively analysis accompanies exciting matchups in professional lacrosse, highlighting player rivalries and nostalgic memories. A chaotic tennis match sees a player lose control, drawing parallels to a comic character. Humorous stories pepper the conversation, especially around wagers linked to sports traditions, while warnings about impaired driving offer a sobering counterpoint to the light-hearted banter.
Aug 25, 2025 • 52min
Actor Josh Duhamel
Rich reacts to Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s comments following Caleb Williams less-than-stellar final preseason game.
In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Cleveland Browns’ decision to keep 4 quarterbacks on their active roster heading into the regular season, Cowboys LB Micah Parsons, Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson, the Titans, Falcons, 49ers, Steelers, Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh, and the blockbuster #1 Texas vs #3 Ohio State game.
Actor Josh Duhamel joins Rich in-studio to discuss his upcoming ‘London Calling’ movie, what to expect from his beloved Minnesota Vikings with JJ McCarthy taking over QB1 duties, shares his favorite memories from the ‘Transformers’ movies, and more.
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 25, 2025 • 54min
Modern Family Star Eric Stonestreet
Rich reacts to the Washinton Commanders agreeing to a 3-year extension with WR Terry McLaurin, and weighs in on “farcical” situation between disgruntled LB Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys’ brass.
‘Modern Family’ star/Chiefs die-hard fan Eric Stonestreet and Rich discuss Kansas City’s 2025 season outlook, how Taylor Swift has been good for Travis Kelce, predicts what KC’s record will be this year, his efforts to raise awareness for people diagnosed with Type-2 Diabetes, and more.
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 22, 2025 • 50min
Arizona Cardinals Safety Budda Baker
Cardinals S Budda Baker and Rich discuss head coach Jonathan Gannon’s enthusiasm, why people or overlooking Arizona in the NFC West, the year-two expectations for WR Marvin Harrison Jr, the growth and maturity of QB Kyler Murray since his rookie season, and more.
Rich’s son Cooper plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ for the New England Patriots.
Rich weighs in the latest news items including a Commanders-49ers RB trade, Pats’ injuries, and Deion Sanders instituting a dress code for his Colorado Buffaloes players.
TJ dusts off his Top 5 to list the best ‘Sports Reunions We Never Thought We’d See.’
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 22, 2025 • 53min
FOX Sports NFL Analyst Jonathan Vilma
FOX Sports NFL Analyst Jonathan Vilma tells Rich what he learned about football during his Miami Hurricanes days from Hall of Famer Ed Reed, how Sean Payton has changed the Denver Broncos culture, what advice he has for disgruntled Dallas Cowboys LB Micah Parsons, predicts Caleb Williams will make the Pro Bowl under new Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson, and explains why the Detroit Lions are the Philadelphia Eagles’ biggest threat to a Super Bowl repeat.
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Patriots, Giants, Steelers, Panthers, Falcons, Cowboys, Ravens, Commanders, Rams, Browns, Vikings, Titans, Seahawks, Buccaneers, and more.
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 22, 2025 • 50min
Actor Colin Hanks
Rich weighs in on the latest in the Cowboys/Micah Parsons drama where Jerry Jones turned up the heat with his latest inflammatory comments on the contract standoff with his star linebacker.
Actor Colin Hanks joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Nobody 2’ movie starring Bob Odenkirk, the recent struggles of his beloved San Francisco Giants, his upcoming John Candy documentary, and offers up a tongue-in-cheek take on what it would be like to have NFL head coaches Dan Campell, Sean McVay, Mike Vrabel and others for a stepdad.
Please check out other RES productions:
Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday
What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball
The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432
No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
