The Big Chill Podcast

TV, xG, and Legacy

A different look to the start of the show as things kick off with TV Reviews. Eddie outlines the problems with Masters of the Air and why Monsieur Spade is a worthwhile watch.
In the NFL, Frank and Eddie discuss Jonny Manziel's latest comments, why the Reggie Bush Heisman Trophy discussion can stop, and Frank reacts to Caleb Williams potentially hurting his draft stock at the NFL Combine.
Plus which young English footballer will end up having the best career out of Phil Foden, Jude Bellingham, and Bukayo Saka?

Bachelor Party and True Detective Recaps

Frank and Eddie recap the highly anticipated bachelor party trip to Dublin. When is Guinness too much Guinness and how appropriate it is to tell a friend's wife that you find her attractive?
Plus Bayern Munich's continued struggles in the Bundesliga and True Detective Night Country's convoluted storylines and disappointing finish.

Instant Super Bowl 58 Reactions

Reactions to the Kansas City Chiefs beating the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl 58. Where did it go wrong for the 49ers? Is Shanahan not a big-game coach and was it right to get the ball first in overtime?
Plus our thoughts on whether 3 Super Bowls in 5 years make this Chiefs team a dynasty and if Mahomes can catch Brady in the greatest-of-all-time debate.

Super Bowl Preview

Preview and predictions ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers facing off in Super Bowl LVIII. Will the Chiefs' defense be able to stifle Brock Burdy? Can Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid make use of the extra experience? And is Christian McCaffrey guaranteed to score a touchdown?
Plus our favorite prop bets, speculation that Bill Simmons might leave The Ringer, and the problems with the latest season of True Detective.

Rapid Random Friday Facts

When will Frank finally decide to get leg lengthening surgery? Are Eddie's sports superstitions unique or normal? How many father-son duos have won the Super Bowl and will Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari shake up the F1 scenery?
Plus Saudi Arabia looks to invest in rugby union after the PGA Tour gets non-LIV investment and why was spending in the transfer window lower than expected.

The Chiefs and Niners meet again

The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers are set for a Super Bowl rematch. Did the Baltimore Ravens' defeat impact Lamar Jackson's legacy? Was Dan Campbell responsible for the Detroit Lions losing? And how impressive was Brock Purdy in the NFC Championship game? 
Plus reaction to Jurgen Klopp's announcement that he'll be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season, Medvedev's collapse against Sinner in the Australian Open final, and why Entourage could explain some aspects of Greek culture.

Lions and Texans and Bucs, Oh My!

Reaction to all of the action from the NFL Wildcard Weekend that was big wins for the Texans, Packers, and Bucs. Just how good are the Chiefs after they beat the Dolphins? Did the Lions deserve to beat the Rams? And how can we improve the NFL's challenge system?
Plus Louis Rees-Zamit ditches Rugby Union to pursue a career in the NFL, City beat Newcastle in a five-goal thriller, and Nadal becomes the latest athlete to sign up for Saudi money.

Wild-Card Weekend Preview

We cover the key stats and storylines heading into each of the NFL Wild-Card Weekend matchups. Including the Browns searching for a playoff win, Stafford's return to Detroit, the freeze bowl in Kansas City, can the Steelers compete, and can the Eagles stop their slide?
Plus reaction to Bill Belichick leaving the New England Patriots, Nick Saban retiring at Alabama, and Pete Carroll losing his job as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks.

NFL Regular Season Wrap-Up

The NFL regular season concluded with the Jags missing the playoffs, the Texans and the Steelers sneaking in, and the Eagles losing again. What does Trevor Lawrence's future look like and are NFL coaches getting too smart for their own good? Plus the problems with Apple TV's series Hijack.

NFL Playoff Scenarios

We cover all of the possible permutations and the playoff picture heading into Week 18 of the NFL regular season and make our predictions for who will make it into the playoffs.
Plus Nadal's surprising defeat in Brisbane, some crazy test match cricket between South Africa and India and Australia and Pakistan, and what Europe could learn from the United States.

Holiday Reactions

We catch up on all of the major sporting events from the festive period. Including the Baltimore Ravens impressive form, the struggling Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, and Frank gauges Eddie's concerns for the San Francisco 49ers.
Arsenal slip up in the Premier League title race and should Mo Salah consider skipping international duty? And Naomi Osaka makes her return to tennis.
Plus Frank's advice following his road trip across the USA and the problems with Squid Game The Challenge.

LIV’ing my nightmare

John Rahm rocks the golf world by announcing his decision to join the LIV Golf Tour. Plus reaction to the Pittsburgh Steelers slipping up against the New England Patriots, Manchester City's continued struggles in the Premier League, and Buzzfeed's advice on how to live life like an adult.

The Big Dom Debacle

Reaction to the 49ers' dominant performance against the Eagles, the Chargers' continued struggles, and the Cowboys' unconvincing win over the Seahawks. Would the 49ers trade Purdy for Herbert? And are we sure Josh Burrow is as good as we thought he was?
Plus Manchester City drop more points after a controversial refereeing decision against Spurs and Eddie shares and embarrassing story about Vasilis. 

Welcome Back Recap

After a month off, Eddie and Frank catch up on some travel stories and the world of sports. The Super Bowl contenders in both the AFC and NFC now feel fairly set, while the Champions League ran into some more handball inconsistencies.
Plus does Jack Grealish regret leaving Aston Villa and some unique Family Fued responses.

Two Fingers of Bourbon

Eddie shares his Rugby World Cup experience and Frank asks about the etiquette for attending a bachelor party. Plus reaction to the Niners' slump, the Dolphins being potential frauds, and the Bills' surprising loss.
 
Plus Premier League and Champions League reaction and did Perry Mason deserve to be cancelled? 

NFL Week 7 Preview

We make our predictions for every game from Week 7 of the NFL. Plus reaction to the Jacksonville Jaguars' inconsistent performance against the New Orleans Saints, a disappointing Cricket World Cup, and the best sporting challenges to win yourself money.