House Of L Podcast

On this episode of Sports Adjacent: Laurence Holmes joins Russ and Tony with Jason out for the week. Tony discusses his first Valentine's Day in a relationship. They discuss Dr. Dre’s amazing Super Bowl Halftime Show, which of course, Tony took issue with. Russ breaks down the new Netflix documentary, “The Tinder Swindler” and why it’s both interesting, engaging and ridiculous. Also, Ben Simmons appears in public for the first time since the summer and discusses his new home with the Nets. Plus, Kyler Murray drama, Olympics news and much more.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence sits down with Ben Finfer to discuss the Disney+ series, "The Book of Boba Fett." The guys alos discuss the future for the Star Wars Franchise. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week’s episode of Sports Adjacent, Tony returns to the show after his six-week hiatus. He tells the fans why he needed to be away for some time, his new engagement and full transformation into Anthony. Also, football roundup and much more Sports Adjacent nonsense. Brought to you by BetUS. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence sits down with the secret weapon on the White Sox beat. The two discuss: creating compelling content during a lockout, the Sox rebuild and Guff's life changing baseball trip to Cuba.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence discusses what it means for Zach LaVine to get another all-star nod and the incredible impact that DeMar DeRozan has had on the entire team.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode of Sports Adjacent, the guys welcome Herb Howard from It's The Bigs Media to the show. Herb gives Russ a breakdown on the infamous dinner to Ja' Grill. Russ and Herb try to teach Jason the art of flirting as a single guy. The guys talk to Herb about getting into reporting about the Bears and his perspective as a former college athlete. Russ, Herb and Jason breakdown Brian Flores' lawsuit against the Broncos, Dolphins, Giants, the NFL and systemic racism in hiring processes. Also, football roundup, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky pregnancy and much more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Former WBC Lightweight Champion, David Diaz talks boxing with Laurence. They also discuss why his family's immigrant story is forever tied to his Olympic experience and life after boxing. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Maddie Lee of NBC Sports Chicago and her dog Stuart crash the show with bad ideas. Jason & Russ discuss excessive nudity in the locker room at their gyms (16:40). Then they get into an argument with Maddie about dogs (22:54). The crew also gets into Antonio Brown (33:08), Aaron Rodgers' future (51:27), the baseball Hall of Fame vote (1:25:11), and monkeys escaping from a truck in Pennsylvania (1:51:15). Brought to you by BetUS. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence sits down with Russ the wunderkind, to talk about why after a successful beginning of his career that landed him at the Sun-Times, he's leaving for a new opportunity. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, Jeff Agrest of the Sun-Times put together top 20 power ranking for people who work in sports media in Chicago. Laurence is on the list at #7. He had thoughts on everyone who made it and some who didn't, but should have. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Leila Rahimi of The Score, NBC and Peleton joins the guys and declares, "I'm looking for a man who looks at me the way Jerry Jones looks at Mike McCarthy." Russ reveals his new tattoo and the name of a restaurant he was trying to keep a secret (19:00). Jason likes going to the dentist (38:24). An update on estranged producer Tony (45:45). Leila shreds Bears chairman George McCaskey's press conference (1:09:59. Brought to you by BetUS. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence reflects on working for and with legendary Chicago broadcaster, Les Grobstein, who passed away on 1//16. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence discusses the injury that Zach LaVine suffered vs Golden State and whether two consecutive blowouts means the Bulls aren't very good. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Cote from The Dan Le Batard Show is nervous about guest co-hosting, but hopes he'll be as funny as Jerry Seinfeld. Russ makes a major career announcement (9:16). Also, he and Chris worry about what their dads say publicly (21:30). Jason digs into Chris being the central figure in Le Batard's ESPN exit (32:02). Klay Thompson returns (49:14). New game: Creating Words with Chris Cote (1:18:32). Brought to you by BetUS. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence talks to the award-winning reporter about her new book: Three Girls from Bronzeville. The two also discussed The Great Migration and "Black Flight" from Chicago. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence discusses why the Bears loss to Minnesota in the Season Finale for the Bears, looked so familiar. He also makes the case against retaining Ryan Pace in ANY capacaity. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence Holmes, Jason and Russ start with a rollicking recap of meeting a fascinating waitress named Paris at dinner, then veer into comparing House of L to Bad Boy Records (9:55) and some Tunsis the Driving Cat talk (20:00). Then they get into the Steve Dahl Show and some of Laurence's media history (25:49) before talking about MLB Network letting Ken Rosenthal go (53:02), Ja Morant tearing it up (1:30:08) and a lot more. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence sat down with the owner of Third Coast Comics (6443 N. Sheridan Road). They talked about Black Geekdom, why the MCU was so successful and how to fix DC's movie-making problem. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Giants franchise is in worse position that the Bears. Here's hoping that Sunday's win doesn't fool ownership that things are improving. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence talks about the College Football Semifinals and tries to work through why there's so much hate for the SEC. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy