The Rich Eisen Show
ESPN, Rich Eisen Productions, Rich Eisen
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 12, 2024 • 51min
Will Caleb Williams Be In The Top 5 For MVP?
Caleb Williams, a highly regarded college football quarterback, discusses his MVP potential with NFL stars Justin Herbert and Trey Lance. They analyze dynamic quarterback situations and rookie talent. Malik Nabers and Jayden Daniels, both standout players, join the conversation about college football rankings. Comedian Steve Treviño lightens the mood, sharing insights from his Netflix special and his humorous take on parenting. The trio also reacts to Haason Reddick's trade request from the Jets and dives into the AP Top 25 rankings.
Aug 12, 2024 • 54min
Joe Vardon: Winning Is No Longer Guaranteed In The Olympics
Joe Vardon, a Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic, delves into Team USA's challenging journey in Olympic basketball. He discusses their gold medal win in Paris and the pressure they face for future competitions, particularly with the looming 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. The conversation includes a critique of Jayson Tatum's limited playing time under coach Steve Kerr, highlighting broader concerns about the evolving dynamics of international basketball. Vardon sets the stage for an intriguing future where winning isn't guaranteed.
Aug 12, 2024 • 54min
Dominique Dawes: Loved The Leadership Of Simone Biles
Dominique Dawes, a four-time Olympic medalist, shares her insights on Team USA Gymnastics' performance at the Paris Olympics. She reflects on Simone Biles' remarkable achievements and discusses the emotional controversy surrounding Jordan Chiles' bronze medal. Dawes also recounts her surprising phone call with Prince, adding a touch of humor to her athletic journey. The conversation highlights the significance of mental health in sports and the evolving landscape of gymnastics, fostering a sense of resilience and community support among young athletes.
Aug 9, 2024 • 51min
Lions Make It To The Super Bowl Before Giants Make The Playoffs
Actor Eric Dane, known for his role in Prime Video's 'One Fast Move,' joins the conversation to share his passion for baseball and his experiences in the entertainment industry. He humorously discusses the quirks of being a fantasy football commissioner, revealing unique league dynamics. The hosts explore the NFL playoff predictions, featuring a playful win/loss game about the Green Bay Packers. Dane also reflects on the evolution of audition experiences and the camaraderie within fantasy leagues, blending sports insights with personal anecdotes.
Aug 9, 2024 • 54min
Tom Curran: Patriots Offense Is Not Appealing To Players
Actor Jay Ellis shares insights from his new book, filled with personal anecdotes and sports references, including a memorable internship during the ‘Jail Blazers’ era. Tom Curran dives deep into the New England Patriots’ struggles, discussing the team's offensive challenges and their decision to move on from Brandon Aiyuk. He analyzes the impact of new head coach Jerod Mayo and reviews the preseason performances of rookie quarterbacks, focusing on the need for cautious optimism among fans.
Aug 9, 2024 • 55min
Lindsey Thiry: Jerry Jones Knows What He Is Saying
Lindsey Thiry, an ESPN NFL Reporter, dives into the Dallas Cowboys' roster management and Jerry Jones' comments on contract negotiations for stars like CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott. She discusses the quarterback competition between Gardner Minshew and Aidan O’Connell for the Raiders, alongside concerns for Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's foot injury. The conversation also touches on the post-Aaron Donald era for the Rams and which NFL teams might stand a chance against the Chiefs, delivering insights with a mix of humor and analysis.
Aug 8, 2024 • 51min
Christian Watson: Jordan Love Has Leveled Up
Packers WR Christian Watson and Rich discuss the expectations on QB Jordan Love after signing his huge new contract, Green Bay’s confidence level heading into the new season, and more. Rich and the guys discuss the 2024 season outlook for the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. Rich reacts to the controversial (blown??) call by umpire Hunter Wendlestedt that led to the first ejection of the season for Dodgers manager Dave Roberts.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 8, 2024 • 52min
Mike Garafolo: Brandon Aiyuk’s Trade is Stuck in the Mud
Rich takes a look back at the long and winding football career of Nick Foles who announced his NFL retirement today. NFL Insider Mike Garafolo tells Rich why the 49ers gave into disgruntled WR Brandon Aiyuk’s trade demands, that Aiyuk turned down a $32 million per season offer from the Patriots, if the Steelers or Browns are the more likely landing spot, and when/if we can expect contract extensions for Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb and Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 8, 2024 • 53min
Jessica Alba & Lizzy Mathis: ‘Honest Renovations’ Season 2 Premieres
Rich and the guys weigh in on the AFC East picture and how much/if Bills QB Josh Allen will miss All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs. Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis join Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of their ‘Honest Renovations’ Roku Channel show, the skimpy Olympics beach volleyball uniforms, breakdancing, skateboarding, and whether or not Rich has a dad bod. Rich takes a call from a 13-year-old Jets fan who sounds far older (and wiser) than his age.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 7, 2024 • 51min
NFL Quarterback Power Rankings
8/7/24 - Hour 3Rich plays the ‘Win/Loss Game’ with a Philadelphia Eagles fan and Cowboys fan TJ plays ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ to reveals which NFC East teams he hates the most. Rich breaks out his Power Rankings to list the top 10 NFL quarterbacks you can count on most when the game is on the line.Actor Tony Hale joins Rich in-studio to plus his new Netflix ‘The Decameron’ series, reveal his favorite ‘Arrested Development’ moments, says which Olympic sport he would medal in, 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
