This episode examines whether sports and politics should mix, highlighting how athletes and media figures use their platforms to speak on social issues—from historic protests to modern debates like abolishing ICE.

It reviews Breonna Stewart's public stance and the backlash to radio host & Voice of the Minnesota Vikings Paul Allen's attempt at a joke about "paid protesters" in Minnesota. Stewart nailed it. Allen may lose both his jobs after letting his mouth go in motion before his brain was in gear.

The host erupts after Cam Newton calls Notre Dame "irrelevant," defending the Fighting Irish with season-by-season facts and arguing they remain part of the college football conversation.

He also criticizes ESPN's clickbait culture, mocks Newton's credentials and NFL record, and calls out Notre Dame's controversial bowl boycott while insisting the program is still relevant.

Ed Berliner tells the overlooked story of NHL goaltender Linus Ullmark, who took a leave of absence to address severe anxiety and mental-health struggles following a trade. Ullmark speaks openly about panic attacks, grief, and the pressure athletes face to appear invulnerable.

Within 24 hours of his leave, malicious online rumors about his personal life spread, harming his family and teammates. Berliner condemns the clickbait culture and urges people to treat athletes as humans, not entertainment, and to think twice before sharing harmful speculation.

Ed Berliner breaks down the controversy around the World Cup coming to the U.S. and Canada, covering high ticket prices, FIFA's influence, and why a full boycott is unlikely.

He highlights growing fears that immigration enforcement and targeted arrests at venues could deter many international fans, especially from Latin America and Africa, and urges caution for those planning to attend.

Ed Berliner breaks down Indiana's national title over Miami, the social media backlash, and why the season marks a turning point for college football. He warns about growing problems: transfer portal mercenary moves, extended player eligibility, NIL and private equity money, and the need for strict spending and eligibility rules to preserve competitive balance.

Ed Berliner argues that the President has no authority to force networks or the nation to watch the Army‑Navy game, calling such claims false patriotism. He defends personal choice, questions elevating a football game to a test of patriotism, and contrasts tradition with modern playoff priorities.

Ed Berliner previews the upcoming Super Bowl halftime with Bad Bunny, reacting to the promo and the heated social media backlash. He explains why the NFL won’t replace the act and highlights the show’s danceable, Spanish-language energy.

Berliner outlines four reasons people oppose Bad Bunny—dislike of Latin music, inability to dance, mistaken beliefs about his nationality, and racial bias—and argues viewers can simply choose to watch or skip the performance.

Ed Berliner reacts to a Jacksonville post-game moment where reporter Lynn Jones praised coach Doug Pederson, using it to discuss journalistic ethics and the proper role of reporters at press conferences.

He also criticizes Pat McAfee and modern sports entertainment, arguing the difference between serious journalism and clownish commentary while addressing accusations about race and media behavior.