The Shutdown Podcast

So much for the @shutdownpodcast crew to discuss in this week’s podcast. After a recap of @chuckgregory35 10 year law school reunion #usdlaw and a brief pat on the back for collective winnings in gambling successes, @chuckgregory35 and @robbusolo dive into NFL Week 7. They focus on the Charger's tumultuous start to 2019, the poor refereeing plaguing the league, and their week 7 gambling picks. They transition to the MLB Playoffs (Congrats @nationals), Joe Madden’s hire with the @angels, and the @padres final managerial candidates. The pod ends with #kingjames entering the fray on the NBA-China fiasco, making a troubling situation even worse. Time Stamps: 7:10 - NFL Week 7 25:15 - Chuck & Rob Week 7 Gambling Picks | Chuck 11-17 | Rob 13-15 49:39 - MLB Updates and The Nationals to the World Series! 59:50 - Ugh LeBron James!  

What a week of sports news! The @shutdownpodcast crew open the podcast discussing the events in China with the NBA following Daryl Moray’s “Tweet Heard Around the World.” They also analyze the long term ramifications both the NBA and players face moving forward. After summarizing the best of NFL Week 5, @chuckgregory35 & @robbusolo turn their attention to Week 6 matchups (Eagles-Vikings, Saints-Jags, 49ers-Rams, Lions-Packers) and make their gambling picks. The pod ends with a summary of the #mlbplayoffs (including the massive flameout of Clayton Kershaw and the LA Dodgers) and a preview of the NLCS (Cardinals-Nationals) and ALCS (Astros-Yankees) Time Stamps: 2:00 - NBA & China Fallout 28:58 - NFL Week 5 Review & Week 6 Preview 39:45 - NFL Week 6 Gambling Picks 55:38 - MLB Playoffs  

The start of arguably the best sports month of the year puts the @shutdownpodcast crew in a festive fall mood. The pod begins by making light at how bad @chuckgregory35 and @robbusolo have been at picking straight up against the spread. This is despite gambling successes in other bets this past weekend. After recapping the week 4 action, they preview week 5 NFL games and provide their picks of the week. (DISCLAIMER: Might be wise to pick against them at this point). The pod concludes with an evaluation of the @padres 2019 season, expectations for 2020, who the Padres will hire as manager, and a preview of the MLB Postseason, currently underway. Time Stamps: 4:19 - NFL Week 4 Recap 13:18 - Chuck & Rob's Gambling Picks 34:18 - Padres 2019 Recap 49:49 - MLB Playoff Preview

The Fall Season has arrived, along with another perspicacious podcast. Following a recap of Week 3 Picks and @chuckgregory35 attendance at SDSU’s loss to Utah State, the gents examine the @padres firing of Andy Green and his future successor. They shift gears to Melvin Gordon’s decision to end his holdout with the Chargers before arguing against @profootballfocus odd rankings of the best quarterbacks (Mahomes is #6?). After examining week 3 headlines and previewing the best NFL week 4 matchups, the pod ends with their best gambling picks for Week 4. #buyerbeware Time Stamps: 8:35 - Padres Fire Andy Green! 25:07 - NFL Week 3 Recap 42:45 - NFL Week 4 Preview 51:32 - Chuck & Rob's Gambling Picks

We’ve made it to our 30's (podcast number!). After a quick recap on @robbusolo gambling successes and @chuckgregory35 gambling misery, they start the podcast evaluating Chris Paddack’s final start of 2019 and his first season in the big leagues. Colin Cowherd’s comment that Tom Brady has “leapfrogged” Michael Jordan and Wayne Gretzky sparked an engaging debate on GOAT status amongst the very best of all time. Following a brief discussion on Week 1 results, injuries, and Eli Manning’s benching, they focus on Week 2 storylines and the @shutdownpodcast gambling picks of week 3. Time Stamps: 5:40 - Chris Paddack's Final Start & Great Rookie Season 12:55 - NFL Storylines 22:30 - Eli Manning Debate On Hall Of Fame Status. Is He Worthy??? 43:40 - NFL Week 3 Preview 46:00 - Chuck & Rob's Week 3 Gambling Picks | Season - Chuck(2-6) Rob(5-3)

The NFL 2019 Season is underway and the boys have plenty to discuss. After recapping @robbusolo solid fantasy football win and equally depressing bad beat (thanks! Jameis Winston), they dive into the Chargers tough OT win over the Colts. They shift gears into other week 1 news events including Antonio Brown’s rape accusations, Hunter Henry’s injury, and impressive week 1 @nfl wins and deflating week 1 losses. After previewing top week 2 games (Chargers/Lions, Saints/Rams, Vikings/Packers, and Browns/Jets) and going over gambling picks of the week, @chuckgregory35 concludes with @shutdownpodcast with an impassioned plea to #neverforget the significant of September 11th Time Stamps: 11:07 - NFL Week 1 Story Lines 32:00 - NFL Week 2 Preview & Gambling Odds 43:25 - Chuck & Rob's NFL Week 2 Gambling Picks (Season - Chuck 1-2; Rob 2-1)

FOOTBALL is finally here! After a brief recap on Labor Day happenings, the ShutDown podcast boys dive right into football analysis. They begin by examining college football headlines, including Jalen Hurts, JT Daniels injury for #usc, the Pac-12 stinking up week 1, and the Aztecs wobbly win over Weber State. After previewing the AFC West for 2019, they end the pod with NFL Week 1 Storylines. This includes big trades, holdout updates on Melvin Gordon and Zeke Elliott, previewing the main matchups of opening week, and initial gambling picks by @chuckgregory35 and @robbusolo in their yearlong “Average Joe” Gambling Challenge. Time Stamps: 6:19 - College Football Quick Notes 19:00 - AFC West Preview 36:15 - NFL Week 1 Storylines 49:00 - Chuck & Rob Make 3 Gambling Picks Each For First Week Of NFL Season

As the NFL regular season approaches, Andrew Luck drops a bombshell by retiring from the game. The ShutDownPodcast crew examines the fallout of that decision, including the time frame of the announcement, Luck’s injury history, and what’s next for the Indianapolis Colts. The gents then preview the AFC South, analyzing and predicting which team has best chance to take division crown. After a brief update on Week 3 preseason action with the Chargers, the pod ends with a discussion on Dwight Howard returning to the Lakers next season. Time Stamps: 4:28 - Andrew Luck Retires 28:10 - AFC South Preview/Predictions 39:32 - Chargers Preseason week 3 and Notes 44:15 - Dwight Howard To The Lakers

After a two week hiatus, @shutdownpodcast returns with a lively podcast for your listening pleasure. The pod begins with a recap of the beautiful matrimonial ceremony between @robbusolo and @karenbusolo last week (and brief honeymoon recap). They shift gears towards an injury-plagued house of horrors affecting the Padres and Chargers. After examining the fallout of @fernando_tatis21 and the @padres 2019 season, they focus the remainder of the podcast on NFL news. This includes injuries to Chargers safety Derwin James, Keenan Allen, and Russell Okung along with a status update on Melvin Gordon’s holdout. The podcast concludes with NFL Quick Hits discussing Zeke Elliott, Andrew Luck, and Antonio Brown. Time Stamps: 9:35 - Padres Injuries 22:20 - Chargers Injuries & Melvin Gordon Update 42:45 - NFL Quick Hits

Podcast #25 is up and ready for your listening pleasure. After brief updates on @rubbusolo and @chuckgregory35 fasting, they dive into mainstream @nfl headlines. They begin by examining Melvin Gordon trade speculation, Tom Brady’s new deal, @hardknockshbo new season with the Oakland Raiders, and profiling the NFC East. The pod ends by debating the Padres 2019 season and what to expect over the final two months. Time Stamps: 7:00 - Melvin Gordon Trade? 19:59 - Tom Brady Extension 24:50 - Hard Knocks 31:38 - NFC East Predictions 38:31 - Padres Weekly Recap

After a brief sojourn, the @shutdownpodcast crew returns in a blaze of glory. They begin by highlighting the biggest trades of the #mlbtradedeadline, including Zach Greinke’s trade to the Houston Astros and deals made by the Cubs, Braves, and Tigers. The pod shifts into analyzing the trades made the Padres over the past 24 hours, which led to the departure of Franmil Reyes. After evaluating the Padres season so far in 2019, the gents evaluate Andy Green’s viability as Padres manager and end the pod by eagerly discussing the initial start of NFL Training Camp and the premiere of @hbo Hard Knocks. Time Stamps: 1:12 - MLB Trade Deadline Deals 10:32 - Padres Trade Deadline Deals 27:06 - Padres Recent Analysis 37:58 - NFL Training Camp | Melvin Gordon | Jon Gruden & Hard Knocks

Welcome to a week of solo ventures from the shutdownpodcast partners. As you can see, chuckgregory35 is having a great time in Greece. However, prior to leaving, he wanted to leave all of our loyal listeners a pod worth your time. chuckgregory35 bravely ventures in the broadcast abyss in this solo rendition of the shutdownpodcast network. He shares what makes a good sports documentary, providing prerequisite elements mandatory for success. Afterwards, he chronicles five worthy films that are worth the watch: McEnroe/Borg: Fire and Ice (HBO), Catching Hell (ESPN30for30), Icarus (netflix), Andre the Giant (HBO), and Seau (ESPN).

As Chuck is out of town on vacation, they have decided to release 2 separate pods. In this first one, Rob brought on his fiance and soon to be wife (in 3 weeks) Karen to discuss what he's been doing in his life recently and positive changes he has made. Karen weighs in with her point of view coming from a psychology background. They discuss things such as books, podcasts, audiobooks, positive influences, and daily habits that have reshaped their everyday lives.

The @shutdownpodcast cohorts are back at their home base, podcasting for your listening pleasure (thanks to @appreciatethepatience for hospitality last week). They begin by examining Melvin Gordon’s decision to hold out on @chargers unless he receives a new contract. Does he deserve a new deal or do the Chargers tell him to pound sand and report to camp? They shift gears to discuss recent reports that the NFL desires an 18 game regular season in the next labor agreement. Rob (@robbusolo) argues against game expansion while @chuckgregory35 passionately demands as much football as possible (stats also provided) before they reach consensus on what’s likely to occur. The pod ends with a quick examination of the Padres embarrassing 2nd half start and what trade outcomes await before the July 31st deadline. Timestamps: 6:55 - Melvin Gordon Holdout 27:05 - NFL 18 Game Season Discussion 43:31 - Padres Weekly Recap

In the first of many collaborations, @shutdownpodcast joined forces with @appreciatethepatience to discuss America’s past time: baseball! They engage in thoughtful analysis centered about the first half of the #mlb season (starting with the @padres of course).(10:00) After careful analysis of the National League and American League teams of note, the gents make bold predictions on which teams make the postseason (21:52) (along with World Series prognostications)(1:01:33). They shift gears by recapping the 2019 Home Run Derby, where Pete Alonso won the crown (and $1 million) and Vlad Guerrero Jr. won our hearts by smashing 91 home runs!!!! (1:04:39)The collective trio of baseball enthusiasts concluded the pod by discussing All Star snubs (1:15:37) (Fernando Tatis Jr.), should every MLB team get one All-Star selection (1:34:37), and sharing the most fond memories of past All Star Games. (1:48:55)

After discussing the tragic passing of Tyler Skaggs, the gents recap their stats on the #shutdowncarbschallenge that has concluded. They shift gears into recapping #nbafreeagency2019 (9:37) and analyzing winners and losers before turning to the #padres success in the past week. (32:27) They conclude the pod by debating the worst owners in sports (11 nominees!) before finalizing the poop-fecta of the worst four owners (NOT “governors”) in sports. (46:48)

The @shutdownpodcast crew had the opportunity to invite @Elevated_Minds_Podcast co-host Matthew Crocker to discuss #NBAFreeAgency2019. After going over the @lakers trade with the Wizards today to allow $32 million in cap space (Thanks to #spacejam2 producers), they discuss the @wojespn news that Kemba Walker will likely sign with the Boston Celtics. The remainder of this special pod chronicles the likely destinations of the top NBA Free Agents: Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson (@chuckgregory35 pick to join Lakers), DeMarcus Cousins (@robbusolo pick to join Knicks), Tobias Harris, D’Angelo Russell, Khris Middleton, Brook Lopez, Julius Randel, Al Horford, Nikola Vucevic, JJ Redick, and Patrick Beverly.

The gents celebrate their 20th podcast by diving into a wide array of topics. After #shutdowncarbschallenge updates, they highlight Ashley Yoder’s @spidermonkeyyoda impressive UFC win in Greenville over weekend. Following a summary of Drew Brees's impressive legal victory last week ($6.1 million dollar verdict), they turn to the ups and downs of the Padres. @chuckgregory tries to understand why Adam Silver embraces the insanity of banning the term “owner,” before they end the week describing in glorious detail all of the top ball park foods, ranked by @robbusolo.

An eventful week of sports across the country gave the ShutDown duo plenty to discuss. After updating progress on the #ShutDownCarbsChallenge, @chuckgregory35 makes the case why people need to avoid increasing the platform of OJ Simpson after his Twitter debut (#boycottOJ). Following a recap of the Padres recent divisional road trip (including a WILD series in Colorado where 92 RUNS were scored), they discuss the recently handed down suspension of Manny Machado. The second half of the pod congrats the Raptors on their recent NBA title before focusing on the NBA offseason. Analysis includes a breakdown of the Anthony Davis trade to the Lakers and @robbusolo shares his Top 10 NBA Free Agent List and where they will likely end up by end of summer.

A very engaging podcast by the @shutdownpodcast crew. They update their progress on the #shutdowncarbschallenge before summarizing the latest on David Ortiz's shooting and Kellen Winslow Jr.'s verdict. The boys then accurately predict the outcome of game 5’s #nbafinals (aside from Kevin Durant again injuring his calf). They end the week recapping a disappoint @padres homestead and previewing the upcoming road trip against the Giants and Rockies.