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Cautiously Optimistic Podcast

By Cautiously Optimistic

Sports. Los Angeles. Hot Takes. Fast Food Flavor.

Welcome to Cautiously Optimistic, a podcast brought to you by three young men who were born and raised in LA and know they have their own twist on the world of sports with some extra sauce tossed on. Like a lot of sauce.
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CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 27 - STEFAN JARRÍN

Cautiously Optimistic PodcastMay 13, 2019

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CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 100 - ENDGAME

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 100 - ENDGAME

INTRO (0:00 - 10:09)
- boys back in the Silver Lake studio for 100
- enemy of the pod Josh is here!
- Pokemon meat


C.O. MAILBAG (10:10 - 50:29)
- Let's Be Frank
- future of Fast Food Flavor
- Dodgers-Padres
- best hair in sports
- another Nick freestyle
- NFL kickoffs
- Jesse vs. Sasha Vujacic


NBA (50:30 - 1:06:29)
- second round of playoffs
- summer predictions


NFL (1:06:30 - 1:10:49)
- way-too-early Super Bowl picks


LUCKY BOY (1:10:50 - 1:11:59)
- offering catering + delivery
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


START-BENCH-CUT (1:12:00 - 1:20:19)
- ranch soda, buffalo wing soda, edible crickets


MLB (1:20:20 - 1:32:19)
- Dodgers' Kenley Jansen, Travis d'Arnaud
- Reds release Matt Kemp, hit 3 homers in 3 pitches
- Kansas City baseball culture


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (1:32:20 - 1:33:49)
- new Challenger Clean Cream Pomade
- available now at ChallengerCare.com
- special promotion for Episode 100


WHAT THE PUCK? (1:33:50 - 1:42:59)
- NHL player or famous Russian?
- Stanley Cup predictions


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:43:00 - 1:53:59)
- Wendy's bringing back Spicy Chicken Nuggets
- Top 5 fast food restaurants
- last meal?


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:54:00)
- Josh's 50 seconds
- closing up shop :(



Released: May 6, 2019

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201902:03:30
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 99 - PENULTIMATE

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 99 - PENULTIMATE

INTRO (0:00 - 7:44)
- Happy birthday Jesse!
- Fred McGriff
- Minnesota minute
- Taco Bell party


C.O. MAILBAG (7:45 - 22:49)
- Josh gets roasted
- coolest dad?
- new mascot?
- future plans


NFL (22:50 - 37:39)
- draft recap
- Rosen to Miami


NBA (37:40 - 50:59)
- second round of playoffs
- Vinsanity will be back


LUCKY BOY (51:00 - 52:09)
- offering catering + delivery
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (52:10 - 1:02:44)
- Dodgers' first month
- Tim Anderson's bold statement
- Vladito + Lil Nas X


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (1:02:45 - 1:03:44)
- new Challenger Clean Cream Pomade
- available now at ChallengerCare.com


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:03:45 - 1:06:59)
- McDonald's 2 for $5 Mix & Match
- Sonic Red Bull Slush


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:07:00)
- Twitter
- SpongeBob
- Bran from GoT



Released: May 3, 2019

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:15:07
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 98 - SWINECHELLA 2019

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 98 - SWINECHELLA 2019

INTRO (0:00 - 12:29)
- Jesse's Coachella experience
- Sunday Service


NBA (12:30 - 43:44)
- playoffs underway
- "next question"
- Clippers' future
- Luke Walton in hot water
- Magic Johnson tweets


LUCKY BOY (43:45 - 45:29)
- offering catering + delivery
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (46:30 - 1:02:29)
- Dodgers crush Josh Hader
- Vlad Jr. finally arrives
- Puig's brawl shirt
- Tim Anderson suspended


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (1:02:30 - 1:03:44)
- new Challenger Clean Cream Pomade
- available now at ChallengerCare.com


WHAT THE PUCK? (1:03:45 - 1:07:14)
- Capitals bounced from playoffs


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:07:15 - 1:15:19)
- Taco Bell Loaded Nacho Taco
- jelly on breakfast sandwiches?


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:15:20)
- WNBA
- Lloyd Pierce
- Torii MacAdams' dad



Released: April 25, 2019

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:20:37
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 97 - CREMA

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 97 - CREMA

INTRO (0:00 - 12:39)
- Joe Beimel Episode
- Tiger wins Masters
- Florida man likes 7-Eleven


NBA (12:40 - 35:34)
- Magic steps down
- Lakers' future
- playoffs chatter


LUCKY BOY (35:35 - 36:49)
- offering catering + delivery
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (36:50 - 47:49)
- Dodgers' early season
- Chris Davis gets a hit
- fantasy squabble


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (47:50 - 48:59)
- new Challenger Clean Cream Pomade
- available now at ChallengerCare.com


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (49:00 - 53:59)
- Dodger Sausage
- crema pronunciations


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (54:00)
- Nets
- Tiger
- Old Town Road



Released: April 15, 2019

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:01:36
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 96 - GOAT DEBATE

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 96 - GOAT DEBATE

INTRO (0:00 - 8:14)
- Sully's March Madness experience
- opening weekend recap


LUCKY BOY (8:15 - 9:29)
- offering catering + delivery
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (9:30 - 25:59)
- It's time for Dodger baseball!
- Braun forgets passport
- farewell, Ichiro


NBA GOAT DEBATE (26:00 - 1:18:19)
- who's the greatest player of all time?


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (1:18:20 - 1:19:19)
- new Challenger Clean Cream Pomade
- available now at ChallengerCare.com


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:19:20 - 1:27:29)
- Swine tries Steak 'n Shake
- Crown Burgers in SLC
- Dodger Stadium's new offerings


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:27:30)
- Rebels busting brackets
- Nick's sister
- oatmeal raisin cookies



Released: March 26, 2019

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:35:48
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 95 - BRACKETS N RACKETS
May 13, 201901:06:38
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 94 - FAIGEN SENSE OF THE LAKERS
May 13, 201901:18:44
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 93 - WASHED
May 13, 201901:15:22
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 92 - SUPER BIRTH

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 92 - SUPER BIRTH

INTRO (0:00 - 6:39)
- 1992
- 21 Savage


NFL (6:40 - 35:59)
- Nick's Super Bowl experience
- game recap + halftime review
- Raiders in SF


LUCKY BOY (36:00 - 37:49)
- offering catering + delivery
- more info:
luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (37:50 - 52:39)
- Anthony Davis saga
- LaVar Ball back in the news
- Porzingod to Dallas


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (52:40 - 53:49)
- new Challenger Shower Trio Sampler Pack
- available now at ChallengerCare.com/Free


C.O. MAILBAG (53:50 - 1:18:29)
- best bar in Topeka? best boy band? best YouTube video?
- most memorable sports moment witnessed?
- Jesse's stance on naps


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:18:30 - 1:21:19)
- McDonald's app deal
- Taco Bell limited-time box
- Shake Shack Chick'n Bites
- Jack in the Box Pannido
- nugget chatter


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:21:20)
- doubling down
- Boogie
- 2 Chainz



Released: February 5, 2019

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:24:54
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 91 - THE FINAL COUNTDOWN

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 91 - THE FINAL COUNTDOWN

INTRO (0:00 - 11:59)
- watching classic TV shows
- Fyre Fest
- big announcement!


NFL (12:00 - 40:39)
- Rams-Saints fiasco
- overtime rules
- Patriots won't die
- early Super Bowl predictions
- Romostradamus


LUCKY BOY (40:40 - 42:59)
- support our friends after their kitchen fire!
- more info:
luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (43:00 - 56:14)
- Lakers chatter
- L.A. favorite landing spot for Melo
- Harden ties Kobe's MSG record


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (56:15 - 57:59)
- new Challenger Shower Trio Sampler Pack
- available now at ChallengerCare.com/Free


MLB (58:00 - 1:04:29)
- Hall of Fame class + snubs
- Dodgers FanFest this Saturday


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:04:30 - 1:07:39)
- KFC bowls
- Taco Bell anniversary drop
- Blaze testing new item


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:07:40)
- Lonzo Ball
- Guapdad 4000
- Tacos Villa Corona
- ATL



Released: January 24, 2019

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:15:50
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 90 - THREE-TIMERS CLUB

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 90 - THREE-TIMERS CLUB

INTRO (0:00 - 11:59)
- Kyler Murray's career
- Dodgers catchers


NFL PLAYOFFS (12:00 - 36:39)
- divisional round recap
- conference championship previews


NBA (36:40 - 44:29)
- Blake curves Ballmer
- Thunder retire Nick Collison's jersey


MIRIN FADER (44:30)
45:20 - thoughts on pet Instagrams
49:00 - reflecting on 2018 stories
51:50 - covering a transgender athlete
57:00 - favorite stories of the past year
1:05:40 - learning on the road
1:08:00 - confidence as a writer
1:11:00 - "rapid-fire" questions
1:21:45 - ketchup talk
1:23:30 - Super Hot Interesting Takes and Shoutouts



Released: January 15, 2019

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:26:12
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 89 - THE USUAL SUSPECTS

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 89 - THE USUAL SUSPECTS

INTRO (0:00 - 4:29)
- Nick's sports watching credibility questioned


COLLEGE FOOTBALL (4:30 - 30:29)
- Clemson/Alabama Natty
- Jesse's new side hustle
- Kliff Kingsbury to Kardinals


NFL (30:30 - 57:59)
- Double Doink
- The Usual Suspects
- divisional round preview


NBA (58:00 - 1:07:59)
- Young Lakers get inspired
- Thibs out in Minnesota
- Chandler Parsons saga


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:08:00 - 1:10:59)
- Top 5 Best-Sellers of 2018
- Sully tries Sonic breakfast bowl


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:11:00)
- Polyana Viana
- Sierra Nevada Resilience IPA



Released: January 9, 2019

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:13:31
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 88 - HAPPY NEW YEAR

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 88 - HAPPY NEW YEAR

INTRO (0:00 - 7:59)
- 365 burgers
- Bevo vs. Uga
- dog Instagrams


NFL (8:00 - 25:59)
- playoffs preview/predictions
- Vikings recap
- Steelers drama


NCAAF (26:00 - 37:29)
- CFP semifinals
- New Year's 6
- Natty talk


NBA (37:30 - 51:39)
- LeBron drinks wine, calls himself GOAT
- Lakers' young players turning up
- Kobe expecting another daughter


MLB (51:40 - 59:59)
- Dodgers trade Puig
- Harper sources say...


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:00:00 - 1:06:29)
- Sonic breakfast
- Carl's Jr. Double Deals
- Taco Bell bringing it back
- No Fry January?


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:06:30)
- Northwestern football
- Super Bowl pick



Released: January 3, 2019

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:10:20
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 87 - MIRJAM SWANSON

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 87 - MIRJAM SWANSON

INTRO (0:00 - 4:59)
- Gronk Episode
- bean soup
- Let Our Communities Adjust Late-Night Act


FOOTBALL (5:00 - 30:34)
- Rams struggling, Vikings back, Skins win!
- Week 16 locks/upsets
- Early Signing Period


MLB (30:35 - 36:44)
- Dodgers sign Joe Kelly
- Puig trade rumors


WHAT THE PUCK? (36:45 - 38:29)
- Ovi ballin'


MIRJAM SWANSON (38:30)
40:20 - career path
43:15 - 'Jammer' nickname
44:00 - fan to reporter
48:00 - Clippers chatter
58:50 - working with Jovan Buha
1:03:00 - covering Kawhi
1:08:45 - D-Fish coaching Sparks
1:14:50 - Women's Drew League
1:17:20 - Fast Food Flavor
1:21:30 - Super Hot Interesting Takes & Shoutouts


OUTRO (1:25:35)



Released: December 20, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:27:17
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 86 - STEEZE

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 86 - STEEZE

INTRO (0:00 - 9:44)
- Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years
- Cardi B and Offset split


NCAAF (9:45 - 25:59)
- bowl preview
- playoff format
- USC hires Kliff Kingsbury


NFL (26:00 - 56:39)
- Kareem Hunt and Reuben Foster
- Sanchise back
- NFC playoff implications
- bandwagon Rams fans
- Packers fire McCarthy
- Week 14 locks/upsets


MLB (56:40 - 1:05:09)
- Dave Roberts gets extension
- Paul Goldschmidt to Cardinals
- Mariners-Mets trade


WHAT THE PUCK? (1:05:10 - 1:08:49)
- Seattle gets a team!


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:08:50 - 1:16:14)
- KFC chicken and waffles
- fry servings
- In N Out to Oklahoma


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:16:15)
- Meek Mill
- baseball shifts
- Celebrity Deathmatch
- Friends
- Justin Jackson



Released: December 6, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:26:22
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 85 - CORN DOGS 2018

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 85 - CORN DOGS 2018

INTRO (0:00 - 10:59)
- Corn Dogs 2018
- Episode Ochocinco
- Jesse in Pacific Northwest


NFL (11:00 - 27:39)
- Rams no longer undefeated
- Saints sign Dez
- Skins lose more than game
- Week 10 locks/upsets


NBA (27:40 - 37:29)
- Is Luke Walton's job safe?
- LeBron coasting
- Lakers sign Tyson Chandler
- All-Star Draft televised


MLB (37:30 - 53:59)
- Kersh, Doc, Freese back
- Zaidi, Woodward, Ward out
- Should Dodgers sign Harper?


NCAAB (54:00 - 55:59)
- Duke lays smackdown
- early showdowns


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (56:00 - 1:03:59)
- McDonald's Triple Breakfast Stacks
- Guy Fieri wins re-election


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:04:00)
- Bill Walton
- Yasiel Puig
- Ochocino thank you



Released: November 8, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:10:51
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 84 - SPOOKY SZN

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 84 - SPOOKY SZN

INTRO (0:00 - 5:19)
- Happy Halloween
- Randy Moss episode


WORLD SERIES (5:20 - 35:39)
- back-to-back losses
- 18-inning marathon
- Game 4 decisions
- Kershaw's future


NFL (36:30 - 1:05:39)
- Rams 8-0, Gurley ties Crazylegs, acquire Fowler
- Adrian Peterson turns back the clock + HaHa
- Vikings lose to Saints + Chiefs update from Kansas
- Demaryius to Texans, Golden Tate to Eagles
- Browns clean house
- Week 9 locks/upsets


NBA (1:05:40 - 1:24:29)
- Lakers lose 2 straight after Lance game
- Brandon Ingram back, Lonzo starting over Rondo
- LeBron's 'patience' quote
- Klay Thompson gets buckets
- Beverley vs. Westbrook Part II
- Austin Rivers tribute video


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:24:30 - 1:28:29)
- Jack in the Box Steak and Egg Breakfast Burrito
- spooky deals
- McRib rehashed


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:28:30)
- Utah State
- hot dogs vs. corn dogs



Released: October 31, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:33:56
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 83 - LET'S GET THIS BREAD

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 83 - LET'S GET THIS BREAD

INTRO (0:00 - 3:59)
- bread


MLB (4:00 - 25:29)
- NLCS recap
- World Series preview
- Manny Machado antics


NBA (25:30 - 34:59)
- Lakers fight!
- off to 0-3 start


LUCKY BOY (35:00 - 36:29)
- catering services for your watch party
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NFL (36:30 - 51:59)
- Rams 7-0, Chargers apathy
- Raiders trade
- Justin Tucker's miss
- Week 8 locks/upsets
- fantasy team names


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (52:00 - 57:59)
- Jack in the Box Ribeye Burgers
- Buffalo Wild Wings BBQ Pumpkin Ale Sauce
- "Nightmare King"
- Del Taco advice
- Freddy's Steakburgers


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (58:00)
- "The Flip"
- candy corn



Released: October 23, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:05:44
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 82 - SOMETHING'S BREWIN'

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 82 - SOMETHING'S BREWIN'

INTRO (0:00 - 17:39)
- baseball announcers
- Khabib-McGregor


MLB (17:40 - 36:09)
- Dodgers beat Braves
- NLCS preview
- Angel Hernandez


NFL (36:10 - 53:49)
- Drew Brees record
- Vikings/Rams recap
- Sully at Arrowhead
- Week 6 locks/upsets


LUCKY BOY (53:50 - 55:09)
- catering services for your watch party
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (55:10 - 1:02:29)
- Jimmy Butler goes in


WHAT THE PUCK? (1:02:30 - 1:04:59)
- NHL is back!
- Nick's hockey update


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:05:00 - 1:08:24)
- Carl's Jr. Pastrami Thickburger
- Little Caesar's under attack
- Freddy's Steakburgers


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:08:25)
- sweater weather
- friends of the pod doing big things



Released: October 11, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:12:09
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 81 - VERIFIED

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 81 - VERIFIED

INTRO (0:00 - 10:29)
- Kobe controversy
- Sully gets the blue check


MLB (10:30 - 44:29)
- Dodgers 6th straight division title
- postseason predictions


NFL (44:30 - 1:06:29)
- Rams/Vikings
- fantasy issues
- Earl Thomas finger
- farewell Fitzmagic
- Week 5 locks/upsets


LUCKY BOY (1:06:30 - 1:07:59)
- catering services for your watch party
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (1:08:00 - 1:16:59)
- Lebron’s helicopter
- Lakers preseason
- Sixers phone bucket


WHAT THE PUCK? (1:17:00 - 1:22:19)
- Canucks ban Fortnite ban
- Caps' Tom Wilson suspended 20 games


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:22:20 - 1:25:59)
- National Taco Day!


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:26:00)
- Addison Russell
- Eric Reid
- love in the air
- BTS Army



Released: October 4, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:33:47
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 80 - BOYS GOT BEEF

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 80 - BOYS GOT BEEF

INTRO (0:00 - 16:59)
- National Pancake Day
- Vikings beef


NFL (17:00 - 38:29)
- Week 4 recap
- Baker time
- Week 5 locks/upsets


MLB (38:30 - 51:29)
- Dodgers coming down to the wire
- Joe West ejections


LUCKY BOY (51:30 - 52:59)
- for your watch parties
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (53:00 - 1:05:39)
- Kawhi's laugh
- Lakers media day
- Jimmy Buckets drama


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:05:40 - 1:10:19)
- Taco Bell boxes
- more Steak 'n Shake research
- cheesy list


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:10:20)
- Tyga
- YG feat. Kiké
- making up



Released: September 27, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:15:08
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 79 - THIS GURLEY'S ON FIRE

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 79 - THIS GURLEY'S ON FIRE

INTRO (0:00 - 27:19)
- Nick's Bitmoji
- Eminem responds to MGK
- Drake, Kanye, Maroon 5
- USC football struggles
- Space Jam 2


MLB (27:20 - 34:49)
- Dodgers rolling
- postseason outlook


LUCKY BOY (34:50 - 36:19)
- thanks to our proud sponsor
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NFL (36:20 - 58:59)
- Fitzmagic continues
- Clay Matthews penalty
- Patrick Mah-O-M-G
- halftime retirement
- Boston Tree Party (Josh Gordon)
- Week 3 upsets/locks


NBA (59:00 - 1:04:49)
- Jimmy Buckets drama
- GM Elton Brand


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:04:50 - 1:09:49)
- Taco Bell Breakfast Stacker
- Kansas Steak 'n Shake
- Sonic dessert


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:09:50)
- don't @ me
- MGK
- September call-ups



Released: September 20, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:17:08
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 78 - ONE FOR MAC

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 78 - ONE FOR MAC

INTRO (0:00 - 12:24)
- iPhone XS
- Kobe friendship
- Andrew Bynum comeback?
- Waffle House weather service


NFL (12:25 - 32:49)
- Week 1 roundup
- Week 2 upsets/locks


NCAAF (32:50 - 44:59)
- USC loss + coaching questions
- Kansas ends streak
- fist-pump injury


LUCKY BOY (45:00 - 46:39)
- thanks to our proud sponsor
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (46:40 - 55:09)
- Dodgers deja vu
- NL playoff push


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (55:10 - 1:01:09)
- Double Cheesy Gordita Crunch
- Taco Bell Top 15 reaction
- In N Out appreciation


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:01:10)
- Jonah Hill
- Allie Clifton
- Mac Miller tribute



Released: September 13, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:13:44
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 77 - POD DEVIL
May 13, 201901:15:58
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 76 - BLESS'M
May 13, 201901:15:47
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 75 - SONIC BOOM

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 75 - SONIC BOOM

INTRO (0:00 - 11:19)
- Scott Alexander episode
- Kansas moves
- rip @
sullayyy
- NCAA hoops rule changes


LUCKY BOY (11:20 - 13:19)
- family/friend visits
- catering services
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (13:20 - 26:24)
- Dodgers & Dre Day
- Joe Simpson shook
- Big Sexy history
- trash can ejection


NBA (26:25 - 31:59)
- schedule leak
- new Lakers jerseys
- KD-McCollum podcast beef
- Wade, Dirk, Kawhi


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (32:00 - 39:39)
- Sonic shoutout
- Qdoba vs. Chipotle


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (39:40)
- California love
- NBA writing
- football mullet
- new music



Released: August 10, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201947:38
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 74 - KENLEYFORNIA

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 74 - KENLEYFORNIA

INTRO (0:00 - 4:29)
- Shark Week
- breaking bews?


LUCKY BOY (4:30 - 5:59)
- catering services
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (6:00 - 29:29)
- Dodgers chatter
- Machado/Swine hair
- trade deadline approaching
- more Miami chains
- Poncedeleon


NFL (29:30 - 43:39)
- Rams' contracts
- Darnold not paid yet
- Browns on Hard Knocks
- Skins/Vikings early thoughts


NBA (43:40 - 1:03:09)
- Michael Beasley joins Meme Team
- LeBron roasting predictions
- mural vandalism air-it-out
- Wade, Dirk, Kawhi
- New Balance courting Gordon Hayward


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:03:10 - 1:06:14)
- Complex's best Taco Bell menu items


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:06:15)
- Instagram music
- Machavez Ravine



Released: July 26 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:13:24
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 73 - MANNYWOOD 2.0

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 73 - MANNYWOOD 2.0

MLB INTRO (0:00 - 24:59)
- weather update
- Mannywood 2.0
- HR Derby/ASG recap
- Josh Hader tweets
- old Dodgers tweets


POP QUIZ (25:00 - 29:59)
- recent Dodgers All-Stars


NBA (30:00 - 46:09)
- Kawhi traded to Toronto
- Lakers Summer
- LeBron makes an appearance
- bye-bye IT and Brook


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (46:10 - 54:49)
- Nacho Fries back at Taco Bell
- new flavor at Wing Stop
- Alondra's challenge


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (51:09)
- LA murals
- Liz Cambage
- BDE
- Bryce Harper



Released: July 19, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201959:37
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 72 - LABRON

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 72 - LABRON

NBA INTRO (0:00 - 28:24)
- LeBron James signs with Lakeshow
- Lakers' ceiling going forward
- rest of NBA free agency + Kawhi saga


MLB (28:25 - 38:49)
- Dodgers chatter
- Coors Field return
- Freeway Series


WORLD CUP (38:50 - 49:14)
- Nick's negativity
- soccer appreciation
- Team USA questions


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (49:15 - 54:49)
- Naked Chicken Chalupa last call
- Nacho Fries returning soon
- cold McDonald's emergency
- Cheba Hut


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (54:50)
- fireworks
- July 4 hot dogs vs. July 4 hamburgers
- AIR7



Released: July 6, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:04:43
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 71 - ESCALATION

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 71 - ESCALATION

INTRO (0:00 - 6:59)
- Wyoming updates


POP QUIZ (7:00- 11:59)
- new segment!


LUCKY BOY (12:00 - 13:59)
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (14:00 - 27:59)
- Dodgers chatter
- hair talk re: Bryce Harper + Swine
- Hanley Ramirez needs new friends


NBA (28:00 - 57:39)
- draft recap
- awards analysis
- Paul George
#FutureLaker


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (57:40 - 1:03:29)
- Taco Bell news
- Wyoming freshness
- unfortunate closures


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:03:30)
- Woj's thesaurus
- NBA trade take
- Robert Williams



Released: June 27, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:11:47
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 70 - A NEW ERA

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 70 - A NEW ERA

INTRO (0:00 - 7:59)
- Sully live from the 307
- Coors Field
- Vegas pit stop


WHAT THE PUCK? (8:00- 10:59)
- Capitals win Stanley Cup
- top Alex Ovechkin moments


LUCKY BOY (11:00 - 12:49)
- Sully's last meal in SoCal
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


MLB (12:50 - 24:14)
- Big Sexy, Beltre at The Ravine
- Dodgers chatter
- Joc Pederson's new diet?
- All-Star voting


NBA (24:15 - 50:19)
- Finals recap
- LeBron's legacy, future
- "Kylie Kuzma"
- Clippers to Inglewood?


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (50:20 - 55:19)
- Jack in the Box asada fries
- early Wyoming selections


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (55:20)
- Game of Zones
- RIP Anthony Bourdain
- Kim's recovery
- Burger King



Released: June 13, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:04:03
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 69 - NICE

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 69 - NICE

INTRO (0:00 - 22:24)
- last in-studio podcast together
- around the room
- Lucky Boy love
- Sully sendoffs
- welcome back Joe


LET'S BE FRANK CROSSOVER (22:25 - 35:59)
- beach ball/wave debate continues


JOVAN BUHA (36:00 - 48:09)
- NBA Twitter for ESPN
- Drake vs. Pusha T analysis


JONAH ROSENBAUM (48:10 - 1:02:09)
- favorite karaoke song
- Wyoming thoughts
- Michigan/Dodgers predictions
- quick hitters


JUSTIN POSTHUMA (1:02:10 - 1:10:24)
- greetings from Tennessee
- Your Call Football + Johnny Manziel
- J.R. Smith musings


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:10:25)
- All Caps
- bon voyage Sully



Released: June 5, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:14:02
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 68 - CHICKEN STRIP

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 68 - CHICKEN STRIP

INTRO (0:00 - 10:19)
- National Donut Day
- Drake vs. Pusha T
- "ye"


LUCKY BOY (10:20 - 11:39)
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (11:40 - 25:19)
- JR Smith's Game 1 sausage
- looking ahead in the Finals
- Bryan Colangelo burner accounts


START-BENCH-CUT (25:20 - 28:44)


MLB (28:45 - 35:29)
- Kershaw back to DL
- weekend series with Rockies
- Dodgers' All-Stars?


WHAT THE PUCK? (35:30 - 37:54)
- Stanley Cup Final update


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (37:55 - 41:59)
- Homestyle Ranch Chicken Club from Jack in the Box
- best chicken strips in the game?


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (42:00)
- Don Nelson
- Ross Stripling Pod
- Nick's Twitter announcement
- Sully roast



Released: June 2, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201947:35
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 67 - WAVY

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 67 - WAVY

INTRO (0:00 - 10:44)
- Taj Gibson episode
- Happy birthday Sully
- Dodgers chatter


LUCKY BOY (10:45 - 12:20)
- vegetarian and vegan options
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (12:30 - 38:45)
- Warriors/Cavs preview
- Conference Finals recap
- LeBron/MJ debate
- Kobe writes a book
- Lakers work out Gelo, Welsh


C.O. MAILBAG (39:00 - 57:29)
- Dodger Dogs
- Drake
- beer


WHAT THE PUCK? (57:30 - 1:00:29)
- Stanley Cup Final update


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:00:30)
- beach balls and waves at the stadium?
- New Girl



Released: May 30, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:07:46
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 66 - PUIG POD

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 66 - PUIG POD

INTRO (0:00 - 11:54)
- Yasiel Puig Pod
- Dodgers bouncing back
- MLB chatter


BREAKING NEWS (11:55 - 15:14)
- old guys still chugging along


NFL (15:15 - 17:59)
- national anthem policy


PLAYERS' LOUNGE (18:00 - 25:19)
- Wyoming edition


LUCKY BOY (25:20 - 26:59)
- catering service info
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (27:00 - 36:09)
- Conference Finals


WHAT THE PUCK? (36:10 - 39:34)
- Capitals to the Stanley Cup Final
- facing expansion Vegas Golden Knights


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (39:35 - 42:09)
- Naked Chicken Chalupa is back at Taco Bell
- check out the Swine Scale infographic!


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (42:10)
- more congrats
- Dylan Covey



Released: May 25, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201945:45
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 65 - JASON OCHART

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 65 - JASON OCHART

INTRO (0:00 - 17:39)
- Laurel or Yanny?
- sports betting is now legal
- Browns on Hard Knocks
- ketchup coach
- Nick's article on Matt Kemp


JASON OCHART (17:40 - 39:59)
18:10 -
www.drivelinebaseball.com/
20:00 - pro ambassadors
21:00 - attack angle analysis
24:00 - valuing exit velocity
26:00 - consulting with MLB teams
28:30 - Trevor Bauer connection
34:10 - Dodgers talk
36:00 - Fast Food Flavor


LUCKY BOY (40:00 - 41:39)
- catering service info
- more info: luckyboyburgers.com/


NBA (41:40 - 57:09)
- Conference Finals chatter
- draft lottery and Luka Doncic
- Kawhi spotted at Dodger Stadium
- Chimezie dreamin'


WHAT THE PUCK? (57:10 - 59:34)
- Capitals capitalizing in the playoffs


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (59:35)
- #CautiousFam
- Boogie
- Lloyd Pierce
- Nick Collison



Released: May 18, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:04:31
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 64 - FUZZY ZADDY

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 64 - FUZZY ZADDY

INTRO (0:00 - 9:29)
- Fuzzy Thurston episode
- Dodgers downers
- MLB expansion?
- Bartolo's anniversary


START-BENCH-CUT (9:30 - 15:04)
- old guys still chugging along


LUCKY BOY (15:05 - 15:54)
- take your mom out for a burrito


NBA (15:55 - 31:09)
- Zaddy issues in LeBronto
- Brad Stevens' sorcery
- Kobe advises Ben Simmons
- Becky Hammon and the coaching carousel


C.O. HEADLINES (31:10 - 33:34)
- A.I. renaissance
- lube


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (33:35 - 35:59)
- Burger King Sourdough King
- Taco Bell update


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (36:00)
- Sprout God
- moms
- Rachel Nichols



Released: May 8, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201939:21
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 63 - MAYDAY

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 63 - MAYDAY

INTRO (0:00 - 16:39)
- happy birthday, Swine!
- Yimi Garcia episode
- NFL Draft recap


LUCKY BOY (16:40 - 18:29)
- new sponsor and its related Cinco de Mayo fiesta


MLB (18:30 - 50:44)
- Corey Seager done for the season
- how do the Dodgers proceed?
- new segment: In or Out?


CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY PASADENA (50:45 - 51:24)
- 8th annual Poker Bowl coming up
- cscpasadena.org for more info


NBA (51:25 - 1:13:54)
- second round of the playoffs
- Thunder's demise


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:13:55 - 1:22:44)
- Burger King Spicy Nuggets
- Swine's favorite fast food of the past year
- Nick's Fatburger experience
- local renovations


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:22:45)
- milkshake madness
- Westworld



Released: May 1, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:30:26
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 62 - CHRISTINA KARAGIAS

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 62 - CHRISTINA KARAGIAS

INTRO (0:00 - 22:19)
- Wilmer Font DFA eulogy
- Jesse's Coachella vs. Nick's Coachella
- Kanye controversy


LUCKY BOY (22:20 - 36:59)
- new sponsor!
- Christina Karagias interview


NBA (38:00 - 55:44)
- Pelicans sweep Blazers
- Trust the Process +
#FreeMeek
- Paul George, future Laker?
- Derek Fisher/Matt Barnes updates


MLB (55:45 - 1:06:39)
- Walker Buehler's first start
- Pedro Baez disappointment
- are the Angels for real?
- Sean Manaea no-no


START-BENCH-CUT (1:06:40 - 1:16:04)
- QBs in the NFL Draft


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:16:05)
- baseball Twitter
- Shaq mocks Joe Ingles



Released: April 26, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:21:49
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 61 - CHAN HO POD

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 61 - CHAN HO POD

INTRO (0:00 - 15:00)
- Chan Ho Park episode
- Kanye is tweeting again
- Nick's Coachella recap
- G-League increases player salaries
- Dodger Stadium proposal ideas


CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY PASADENA (15:05 - 15:59)
- National Young Adult Cancer Awareness
- more info:
www.cscpasadena.org


NBA (16:00 - 37:14)
- NBA playoffs early musings
- James Harden step-back reevaluated
- Lonzo gets first Fortnite win


MLB (37:15 - 1:01:29)
- Dodgers chatter
- Trayce Thompson cut again
- Ohtani rattled by us?
- Jose Bautista back in the league
- postponements galore


WHAT THE PUCK? (53:29 - 55:24)
- Golden Knights beat Kings, co-favorites to win Cup


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (55:25 - 58:59)
- Cholula Buttery Jack
- Dodger Dog on the Swine Scale


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (59:00)
- Coachella paella/IG



Released: April 19, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:03:56
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 60 - AVERY YANG

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 60 - AVERY YANG

INTRO (0:00 - 6:40)
- Andrew Toles episode
- Dodgers to host 2020 ASG
- basebrawls


CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY PASADENA (6:45 - 8:05)
- National Young Adult Cancer Awareness
- more info:
www.cscpasadena.org


AVERY YANG ON SHOHEI OHTANI (8:40)
11:00 - Shohei Ohtani playing schedule
12:40 - media hype
16:00 - relationships with teammates/coaches
20:00 - Japanese baseball background
22:30 - Can Ohtani win MVP?
27:45 - Start/Bench/Cut
31:45 - Ohtani batting practice


NBA (33:00 - 1:24:59)
- Andre Ingram & Boban
- playoffs preview
- awards predictions


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:25:00 - 1:29:29)
- Avery Yang's favorite


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:30:00)
- Angels World Series?



Released: April 13, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201901:32:38
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 59 - MASTERFUL

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 59 - MASTERFUL

INTRO (0:00 - 25:44)
- Guillermo Mota episode
- NBA 2K League
- RGIII signs with Ravens
- Conor McGregor flips out
- Dodgers' early scuffles
- Ok Ohtani!


CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY PASADENA (25:45 - 26:59)
- National Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week
- more info:
www.cscpasadena.org


GOLF GUYS (27:00 - 50:59)
- Masters chatter
- Henry Moffly in studio
- Adam Ochart on the line


NBA (51:00 - 1:01:29)
- Kyrie's injury
- Western Conference playoff race


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (1:01:30 - 1:04:39)
- Taco Bell's new Triple Melt duo


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:04:40)
- James Harden's step-back



Released: April 7, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:10:21
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 58 - APRIL FOOLIN'

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 58 - APRIL FOOLIN'

INTRO (0:00 - 6:54)
- Chad Billingsley episode
- welcome back, Sully
- MLB Opening Day
- Dodger baseball returns


CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY PASADENA (6:55 - 8:09)
- National Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week
- more info:
www.cscpasadena.org


PLAYERS' LOUNGE (8:10 - 14:14)
- 2006 Dodgers


JONAH ROSENBAUM (14:15 - 20:29)
- #FriendOfThePod live from Final Four


HOOPS (20:30 - 44:44)
- Final Four chatter
- Grayson Allen's future
- Arike Ogunbowale ousts UConn women
- Lakers winding down and summer considerations
- LiAngelo Ball declares for NBA draft
- NBA Hall of Fame inductees


NFL (44:45 - 50:19)
- Rams' offseason additions
- should Sully's Vikings be worried in NFC?
- Jesse's RG3 jersey deal


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (50:20 - 53:22)
- Swine Scale debut
- Burger King's Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (53:23)
- Wendy's mixtape
- LAFC
- The Brow no more?



Released: April 1, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:08:48
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 57 - TYE RICHARDSON
May 13, 201901:03:34
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 56 - LET THE MADNESS BEGIN
May 13, 201901:15:38
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 55 - BREAKING NEWS

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 55 - BREAKING NEWS

INTRO (0:00 - 10:25)
- Orel Hershiser and Russell Martin Episode
- Kobe Bryant, Oscar winner
- happy birthday Shaq
- SoCal High School Hoops: Pasadena v Chino Hills
- a taste of March Madness


C.O. HEADLINES (10:30 - 13:50)
- new segment where we dissect the latest news headlines to feature the phrase "cautiously optimistic." We are the experts after all.


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE(14:00 - 15:10)
- new shampoo and conditioner!
- order now:
www.amazon.com/dp/B078HYRX3M


NBA (15:20 - 24:30)
- Lonzo getting buckets
- JR Smith throws soup at assistant coach
- Clippers swipe right on Bumble
- disrespect level in the NBA rapidly rising


START-BENCH-CUT (24:45 - 33:50)
- dunked on, crossed over with fall, rejected
- what gets started as most disrespectful?


MLB (33:50 - 41:40)
- Dodgers vs Yu coming up, Kemp hitting dongs
- Lester bounce pass
- return of the bullpen cart?


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (41:45 - 48:10)
- super expensive Crunch Wrap
- McDonald's adding fresh beef for the first time since the 70s


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (48:15)



Released: March 7, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201952:41
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 54 - STRAIGHT OUTTA LITHUANIA

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 54 - STRAIGHT OUTTA LITHUANIA

INTRO (0:00 - 7:19)
- happy "birthday" Nick!
- NCAA scandal
- Horace Grant episode


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (7:20 - 8:29)
- new shampoo and conditioner!
- order now:
www.amazon.com/dp/B078HYRX3M


MIRIN FADER (8:30)
9:50 - "The LaMelo Show" genesis & focus
12:50 - sitting down with LaVar Ball
14:50 - access in Lithuania
17:15 - Big Baller Brand takeover
21:10 - new experiences for LaMelo, Mirin
25:20 - analyzing Lithuanian surroundings
32:30 - Ball in the Family
35:10 - LaVar as head coach
38:30 - What about Gelo?
41:20 - close encounters with BBB
43:45 - #LithuanianFoodFlavor
51:45 - Start-Bench-Cut


OUTRO (55:40)
- Lakers chatter
- The Beard disrespects Clippers
- Dodgers spring training update
- 2020 birthday instructions



Released: March 1, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:05:50
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 53 - GARY KLEIN

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 53 - GARY KLEIN

INTRO (0:00 - 7:49)
- Don Drysdale episode
- What the Puck? USA women win gold
- NBA All-Star Weekend quick recap


CHALLENGER HAIR CARE (7:50 - 8:59)
- new shampoo and conditioner!
- order now:
www.amazon.com/dp/B078HYRX3M


GARY KLEIN (9:00)
10:25 - Rams' first two seasons back in LA
17:50 - Can Rams overtake USC as LA's football team?
18:40 - covering the Super Bowl
21:50 - reuniting with former USC players in NFL
24:00 - checking in with Jeff Fisher
30:00 - Sean McVay and the Rams' offense
38:25 - NFL media rhythms compared to college
42:00 - Todd Gurley chatter
48:30 - Conquest book and Carson Palmer
57:35 - Coliseum chronicles
1:01:00 - #FastFoodFlavor
1:04:15 - new media and staying relevant



Released: February 22, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:08:11
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 52 - SILKY SMOOTH

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 52 - SILKY SMOOTH

INTRO (0:00 - 5:59)
- Jamaal Wilkes episode
- Snapchat update


OLYMPICS (6:00 - 20:34)
- Winter Games begin
-
#AngelenoOlympics


NBA (20:35 - 33:14)
- Lakers trade chatter
- future of the new-look Cavs


START-BENCH-CUT (33:15 - 47:34)
- Slam Dunk, Three-point Contest, Skills Challenge
- predictions for each


MLB (47:35 - 56:04)
- pitchers and catcher report
- Yu Darvish to the Cubs
- top players remain unsigned


WHAT THE PUCK? (56:05 - 58:19)
- Team USA in the Olympics


FAST FOOD FLAVOR (58:20 - 1:02:04)
- Jack in the Box Food Truck Series
- Swine Scale coming soon?


SUPER HOT INTERESTING TAKES AND SHOUTOUTS (1:02:05)
- NBA Finals
- Vikings QB
- USC recruiting
- snowboarders
- RIP Wally Moon



Released: February 13, 2018

Editor: Nick Ostiller

May 13, 201901:09:31
CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 51 - SUPER POD

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC 51 - SUPER POD

INTRO (0:00 - 5:14)
- Jonah calls in
- Jonathan Broxton episode
- USC updates


NFL (5:15 - 18:19)
- Super Bowl chatter
- Patriots' coaches
- Start-Bench-Cut commercials
- Kevin Hart's apology?
- selfie kid


NBA (18:20 - 25:29)
- Lakers fined for tampering again
- Giannis ain't down with BBB
- trade deadline + free agency


WHAT THE PUCK? (25:30 - 26:26)
- Kings host Dodgers Night


FAST FOOD FLAVOR + SHOUTOUTS (26:27)
- Swine has to bounce mid-pod
- Let's be Frank
- Chico State baseball



Released: February 7, 2018

Editor: Sully Engels

May 13, 201929:58