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Sports R Dumb

Sports R Dumb

Written by: Joey Held Sean Hill
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Sean and Joey love sports, but they realize there are a lot of dumb elements within our favorite games. And each week, they'll break down one of those dumb things in this tidy, bite-sized podcast. Drop by to hear Sean lament over the stupidity of a certain aspect in sports—basketball, football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, volleyball, lacrosse—nothing is off-limits. If there's something dumb to talk about, you better believe we'll hit it. We're also covering some pointless tweets, overused sports cliches, and general news that...well, doesn't need to be news. And we love to hear from you! Give Sean or Joey (or both) a shout with your favorite dumb things.

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Episodes
  • Dives During the World Cup R Endlessly Replayed Dumb

    Dives During the World Cup R Endlessly Replayed Dumb
    Jul 14 2026

    In Switzerland's World Cup match against Argentina, Breel Embolo appeared to get aggressively tackled. Upon replay review, he actually just threw himself into the air and then flailed on the ground. He was rightfully given a second yellow card and removed from the game. Chaos ensued. Don't worry, Harry Kane took a wild dive, too.

    Plus, moments you may have missed in Space Jam, Sean merch we should totally make, the time Joey got locked out of his apartment while staying in Argentina, and a handy way to remember which state is Vermont and which one is New Hampshire.

    Referenced in this episode:

    Alexander Sørloth avoids passing the ball to his wide-open teammate Erling Haaland

    Embolo's flop

    Harry Kane's flop
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    41 mins
  • Political Battles During the World Cup R Egotistically Dumb

    Political Battles During the World Cup R Egotistically Dumb
    Jul 7 2026

    We're right in the thick of the World Cup, and there have been many magical moments and exciting matches. Of course, there have also been some corrupt actions and political posturing that has not helped one bit.

    Plus, there have been some major moves making waves across the NBA. And yet, 16 years later, we're still somehow waiting on LeBron James to make a decision.

    Referenced in this episode:

    "What sound does a firework make?" video

    Argentina-Cabo Verde highlights

    Excellent angle of Haaland's second goal against Brazil

    Haaland's Swedish model doppleganger
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    27 mins
  • The NBA Draft and Offseason "Processes" R Confusingly Dumb

    The NBA Draft and Offseason "Processes" R Confusingly Dumb
    Jun 30 2026

    An incoming rookie gets drafted by an NBA team. This is the greatest moment of their lives! But then they get traded and...have to keep the hat of their old team on while they get their picture taken? It's weird, man. NBA free agency has a lot of wackiness to it, as well. We're breaking it all down.

    Meanwhile, this World Cup has been thrilling! We're officially in the knockout stages, which means if you lose, you're going home. Plus, Sean has some ailments, and Joey has some obscure basketball cards. What a treat.

    (Also, sorry for Joey's poor mic quality on this episode. He didn't have his usual setup!)

    Referenced in this episode:

    Germany's rough penalty kick

    Diana Ross's 1994 World Cup "goal"

    Skybox's cool basketball cards

    Ugonna Onyenso's draft night
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    38 mins
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