Speaking for Sport

Speaking for Sport

By Speaking for Sport

What happens when you mix a washed-up sportswriter, an insurance salesman/actor and two random dudes no one's really ever heard of?

One of the most meta sports podcasts around.

Take one trendy sports topic. Add four dudes who think they're really smart but aren't. Throw em in a little bowl and mix it up. Then, let the fun begin.

Also featuring "Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill" for Cowboys/NFL talk, "Is This Your King" for movie and pop culture breakdowns and "A Mid-Week Take" your one-stop shop for hottakes and special event coverages.

It's the S4S Podcast Universe.
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Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Batman and Robin

Speaking for SportJul 18, 2022
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Episode 71: The Curious Public Debate of Brandon Miller ft James Fletcher

Episode 71: The Curious Public Debate of Brandon Miller ft James Fletcher

It's been a long time. We shouldn't have left you. But we're back minus Daniel and featuring On3's James Fletcher (3 True Values podcast) and we're talking the complicated and curious case of Alabama forward Brandon Miller who is tied to a capital murder trial (as a witness) involving former Bama teammate Darius Miles. We dive into everything from the initial crime to the public revelation that Brandon Miller transported the eventual murder weapon and the various media reactions therein. We're back with a tough one.
Mar 10, 202301:22:04
Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill: IT'S A DOUBLE TRAP

Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill: IT'S A DOUBLE TRAP

It's trap game szn for the Dallas Cowboys. After blowing out the Colts in the fourth quarter and narrowly beating the Texans needing the fourth quarter, the fellas break it all down and preview yet another trap game possibility with the Jaguars (ahead of the Eagles matchup looming). Then its Tre Blanco vs the world as he suggests the Dak Prescott doesn't get the same amount of benefit of the doubt compared to others big-name QB's. 
Dec 18, 202201:04:54
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Cowboys Keep Rollin'

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Cowboys Keep Rollin'

The fellas discuss the Cowboys continued success after beating the Giants on Thanksgiving Day while looking ahead to the game against the Colts. Plus King Julien returns!! 
Dec 05, 202201:06:40
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Super Surprise Bye Week Episode

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Super Surprise Bye Week Episode

The fellas minus King Julien have a special surprise for you on the bye week episode and of course preview the post-bye week matchup vs the Packers. 
Nov 12, 202201:07:08
Episode 70: What's the deal with Kyrie Irving?

Episode 70: What's the deal with Kyrie Irving?

Minus Terrell Huff this week, Josh Howell subs in to make his S4S debut as the fellas talk about Kyrie Irving and his saga following the posting of an anti-Semitic video on his social media. They also break down if there's any added tension between the Black and Jewish communities considering the growing trend of Black celebrities wading into anti-Semitic language. 
Nov 08, 202201:31:06
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: He's a Bell Cow..... Cows Milk

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: He's a Bell Cow..... Cows Milk

Minus Producer D.R. and King Julien Owens, Daniel and Edd break down everything from the Cowboys' win over the Bears including the Ezekiel Elliott vs Tony Pollard debate and give their concerns heading into the Cowboys bye week including defensive concerns and the Cowboys trade deadline inactivity. 
Nov 03, 202201:06:27
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Dak is Back

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Dak is Back

After breaking down Dak Prescott's return vs the Lions and previewing next week's matchup vs Bears, the fellas grill their producer (D.R.) on if the Giants are a playoff team and break down their remaining schedule. They even talk a few contenders and pretenders to close the show.
Oct 30, 202201:27:33
Episode 69: A History of Violence (Draymond Green)

Episode 69: A History of Violence (Draymond Green)

Minus Daniel and adding in Tre Blanco, D.R. and Terrell delve into all aspects of Draymond Green punching teammate Jordan Poole and all the aftermath therein, D.R also discusses the history of how violence is evaluated in this country. Its an episode you're not going to want to miss. 
Oct 25, 202259:37
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Enjoy It While You Can....

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Enjoy It While You Can....

On this episode of TBP&G, Tre Blanco and Sous Boy Davidson break down the Cowboys loss to the Eagles wherein Edd decides to flame everything that is Eagles football while Daniel and D.R. flame him for it. They preview the next matchup with the Lions and continue to talk "quarterback controversy." Enjoy! 
Oct 22, 202201:11:36
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Quarterback Controversy

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Quarterback Controversy

Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill gets heated up to the next level this week. With Julien out, Tre Blanco and Sous Boy Daniel take opposite sides of the Dallas quarterback controversy while D.R. returns to mediate. They also break down the win over the Commanders while also looking ahead to the matchup with the Los Angeles Rams. 
Oct 09, 202201:14:03
Episode 68: The Curious Case of the Circus around Ime Udoka's suspension

Episode 68: The Curious Case of the Circus around Ime Udoka's suspension

While trying to stay in the bounds of what's known and what's not known, the gang tries to break down the suspension of Ime Udoka while also discussing media responsibility and why Udoka's actions required punishment. 
Oct 04, 202201:44:56
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Pretend You're 88

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Pretend You're 88

On this week's edition of TBP&G. King Julien phases in and out of the program while setting flames to CeeDee Lamb despite his second-half efforts to help the Cowboys defeat the Giants. Meanwhile, they all break down the win by discussing problems with the offense, the promise of the defense and the effectiveness of Kellen Moore's play-calling before previewing the matchup with the Commanders.  Chef's kiss. 
Oct 01, 202201:15:16
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: The Formidable Jason Peters

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: The Formidable Jason Peters

Following the Cowboys' week 2 win, the fellas at full strength discuss all things from the win over the Bengals while previewing the Monday Night Football divisional showdown vs the New York Giants.  Tre Blanco also takes a victory lap on being undefeated with the tape. 
Sep 26, 202201:17:60
Episode 67: Robert Sarver has six black friends

Episode 67: Robert Sarver has six black friends

Editors note: This episode was recorded prior to Robert Sarver's decision to sell the Phoenix Suns and Mercury. On this episode, the fellas return to break down all things Robert Sarver investigation including Adam Silver press conference explaining the punishment. Afterward, Daniel goes political for Is This Your King by delving into bail reform and the pushback from those who believe it'll lead to criminals walking amongst us.  It's a fun one. Enjoy. 
Sep 22, 202201:39:49
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: 'Cause They Lied

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: 'Cause They Lied

After a brutal week one loss, the fellas break down all things Cowboys vs Buccanneers including grilling the fanbase for being uncompromisingly critical in wrong situations, the organization for lying about multiple parts of their offseason and addressing everything about Dak Prescott's injury and options moving forward. It's a ca n't-miss gripe fest of epic proportions. 
Sep 17, 202201:29:22
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Predictions, Picks and Peters (Oh my)

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Predictions, Picks and Peters (Oh my)

On this episode of TBP&G, the fellas get into where they think the season goes for the Dallas Cowboys with predictions and streaks while also breaking down the Jason Peters signing. Due to some technical difficulties, this episode is audio only.
Sep 10, 202201:31:56
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!

In an emergency pod that their producer didn't get up in an emergency time frame, the fellas minus King Julien react to the news of Tyron Smith's injury and what the Cowboys next moves are. 
Sep 06, 202258:56
Episode 66: The Deshaun Watson Episode (D.R v Daniel)

Episode 66: The Deshaun Watson Episode (D.R v Daniel)

In a battle weeks and one failed un-uploaded podcast in the making, D.R and Daniel finally square off on the Deshaun Watson issue with Terrell and a guest appearance by Tre Blanco (Edd White) playing referees. They break down the latest in the Watson saga including Judge Sue Robinson's ruling, the NFL's appeals process, and the larger societal impact of the NFL wading into legal matters.  D.R and Daniel even delve into their issues with each other's opinions on the matter.  It's a can't-miss heavyweight bout over one of the pressing issues of our time. 
Aug 17, 202201:45:50
Episode 65: Literally. Zero. Upside.

Episode 65: Literally. Zero. Upside.

The boys are back for their second episode of season three after a long break and working some of the bugs out of the new format. On this episode, they dive into the controversial study clause in Arizona Cardinals running back Kyler Murray's contract. They break it down from beginning to end before D.R. lightly torches the NFL. It's a dynamic return where Thespian Papi does his best to get everyone canceled out of nowhere in the middle of the show. Enjoy the return. 
Aug 10, 202201:22:40
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: You Don't Touch the QB Bro....

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: You Don't Touch the QB Bro....

With producer D.R. and King Julien back in the fold, shenanigans continue to abound on Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill as they talk about training camp and potential future free agent signings including a spirited debate with King Julien over potentially signing defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. Daniel handles another Pocket Watch segment including discussing the infamous clause in Kyler Murray's contract and finally, they wrap up the show with Tre Blanco and his sous chef Daniel having an angry, angry debate over if Josh Allen was wrong or right to start a training camp scuffle after being pushed by a lineman during team drills. Lots of fun and lots of grilling this episode. So take a seat and order up. 
Aug 08, 202201:15:43
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Sooo Are We Cheap or Frugal??

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Sooo Are We Cheap or Frugal??

Minus Producer D.R, Tre Blanco provides for the outro and a botch on the intro, maybe their producer isn't so useless after all. But on the episode Tre Banco and Sous Boy (Daniel) Davidson dive into players to watch at training camp, free agents they'd like to add during the preseason and Daniel even details how the offense may be better despite the loss of some key weapons.
Aug 05, 202201:00:25
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Batman and Robin

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Batman and Robin

With D.R. unintentionally ruining the show, Tre Blanco and the gang return to go over the Cowboys offseason, mini-camp and OTA's and look ahead to what to expect as the Cowboys head into training camp and the preseason. They also unfortunately get into a debate about who can and cannot be Batman in football position. Plus, Daniel grills D.R. at the end of the show. 
Jul 18, 202201:09:33
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Blame Everything on Stephen

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Blame Everything on Stephen

After somewhat unsuccessfully letting the pain go of the Cowboys 2022 playoff loss, minus King Julien, Tre Blanco and Daniel levy their criticisms at the Cowboys up and down offseason including weird free agency drama, some missed opportunities to bring in outside help and a few questionable draft decisions. No pumping sunshine on this edition. Just the straight facts. 
May 28, 202201:11:34
Episode 64 -- The Re-Return (NIL vs Nick Saban or Jimbo Fisher vs Nick Saban or everyone vs Nick Saban)

Episode 64 -- The Re-Return (NIL vs Nick Saban or Jimbo Fisher vs Nick Saban or everyone vs Nick Saban)

After a long hiatus, Daniel, D.R., Terrell and Tre Blanco (Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill) kick off season three by breaking down the NIL-induced rant by Nick Saban and the entire fallout thereafter. This episode has it all from Terrell Huff doing a Jimbo Fisher accent to D.R. telling people what makes people more effective at their jobs. It's well worth the two-hour run time. We're back! 
May 24, 202202:09:03
H Is For Hell: Grand In The Finale Machine

H Is For Hell: Grand In The Finale Machine

It's been quite the year, but at the end of the day, the H will always be for Hell. Thanks everyone for listening! 
May 05, 202214:44
H Is For Hell: D.R. In The Lewis Machine

H Is For Hell: D.R. In The Lewis Machine

Zipp sits down with sports journalist D.R. Lewis to talk about the first year of the H Is For Hell, life as a writer, and plenty of other non-sports related tangents. 
Apr 23, 202201:12:34
H Is For Hell: US In The FL Machine

H Is For Hell: US In The FL Machine

Zipp's thoughts on the first 'home' game of the Houston Gamblers of the newly revived United States Football League.

Apr 18, 202208:07
H Is For Hell: The End Is Nigh

H Is For Hell: The End Is Nigh

Zipp's back with the results of March Sadness, his thoughts on the Astros' first series with the Angels, and the (merciful) end to the Houston Rocket's season. Also, April 30th will be the season finale of The H Is For Hell, so make sure to tune in for the schedule leading up to it! 
Apr 10, 202215:57
H Is For Hell: March Sadness

H Is For Hell: March Sadness

This week, the baseball lockout is over, Deshaun Watson will hopefully be leaving the Texans, and Zipp makes his March Madness bracket choices based entirely off whether or not he knows someone who went to the school. 
Mar 14, 202212:10
H Is For Hell: W In The NBA Machine

H Is For Hell: W In The NBA Machine

In preparation for March Madness, Zipp talks about the rise and fall of the Houston Comets, the first WNBA dynasty.

Mar 06, 202211:13
H Is For Hell: Slam in The Dunk Machine

H Is For Hell: Slam in The Dunk Machine

This week, Zipp rants about the Slam Dunk contest and Jalen Green's lackluster performance.

Feb 20, 202212:45
H Is For Hell: Lovie In The Smith Machine

H Is For Hell: Lovie In The Smith Machine

This week, Zipp cheers on the failing of the Big 3 in Brooklyn, brainstorms a hockey team name for Houston, and admits he was wrong about the MLB lockout leading to games being cancelled.
Feb 12, 202213:02
H Is For Hell: Ice In The Hockey Machine

H Is For Hell: Ice In The Hockey Machine

It's a miracle ice even exists in Houston, and yet we still feel we deserve an NHL team? You bet we do! This week we talk about the possibility of a Houston NHL franchise and the history of hockey in the space city!
Feb 04, 202217:29
H Is For Hell: Football Wrap Up

H Is For Hell: Football Wrap Up

Zipp's back from his bout with Omicron and ready to wrap up an abysmal Texans season, including the rumored next head coach, Roy Lopez's rookie season, and new USFL and XFL teams coming to Houston.
Jan 31, 202220:22
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Wild Card Round Preview ft Terrell Huff

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Wild Card Round Preview ft Terrell Huff

Thespian Papi himself joins the program to discuss the Dallas Cowboys vs San Francisco 49ers wild card round matchup. In addition to that, the fellas review the Cowboys' win over the Eagles, grill up a ridiculous Black Monday firing and review how their regular season predictions played out. Oh and D.R. Lewis returns to talk about his producing failures and the Raiders win. 
Jan 15, 202201:33:48
H Is For Hell: Happy In The New Year Machine

H Is For Hell: Happy In The New Year Machine

It's 2022 and Zipp starts the year off right by sleeping through his first assignment. He also talks about the College Football Playoffs, the Rockets, and John Madden. 
Jan 02, 202217:21
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Sorry if I Sound Like A Fanboy

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Sorry if I Sound Like A Fanboy

Tre Blanco is fired up after the Dallas Cowboys A) won the division before their matchup and B) blew out the Washington Football Team. They start by recapping the game including a very argumentative edition of Daniel's Negatives where Blanco believes no negatives should be stated. Julien's Hot Take of the Week leads them into previewing the matchup with the Arizona Cardinals and finally the best ending to the show of all time. 
Jan 01, 202201:16:05
H Is For Hell: Happy In The Holiday Machine

H Is For Hell: Happy In The Holiday Machine

This week, Justin Verlander's new contract is official, the Rocket's red glare has dimmed considerably, and Covid is back in sports! Was it ever really gone?  Also, Zipp thinks Alex Caruso's name is Jason. Doesn't he seem like a Jason, though?
Dec 21, 202120:39
Episode 63 -- Coach Up These Millions

Episode 63 -- Coach Up These Millions

The fellas talk about the crazy year in college football's coaching carousel, what it means for the players, what it means for the future of the game and if its a problem the NCAA can or should fix. Then, D.R. shreds Brian Kelly during "Is This Your King?"  
Dec 16, 202101:17:14
Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill: Putting Lipstick on the Pigskin

Tre Blanco's Podcast and Grill: Putting Lipstick on the Pigskin

Despite the recent win versus the New Orleans Saints and a four-interception day for the defense, the fellas were not impressed with the Cowboys performance. They detail their concerns with the Boys during Daniel's Negatives, address a budding concern with Ezekiel Elliott's play during Julien's Hot Take and preview the next matchup with the Washington Football Team. 
Dec 12, 202101:11:05
A Mid-Week's Take: The Long-Awaited, Much-Anticipated Dave Chappelle Episode

A Mid-Week's Take: The Long-Awaited, Much-Anticipated Dave Chappelle Episode

Joined by friend of the program, Mariana Mariana Ciddeleon Ovalle, D.R. and Daniel usher in the new intro-era of A Mid-Week's Take by talking about Dave Chappelle and his latest comedy special, The Closer. They address what jokes crossed the line and why, Chappelle's larger point and the history of transphobic media content in the United States. It was worth the wait. 
Dec 09, 202101:53:05
H Is For Hell: Locked In The Out Machine

H Is For Hell: Locked In The Out Machine

This week, baseball is locked out, the Rockets are hot, and the Texans are ice cold.

Dec 07, 202114:21
Episode 62 -- Aaron Rodgers Million-Man Lies

Episode 62 -- Aaron Rodgers Million-Man Lies

Just a whole episode of D.R, Daniel and King Julien eviscerating one Aaron Rodgers lie after another following his weird COVID saga. 
Nov 24, 202101:02:38
H Is For Hell: Thanks In The Giving Machine

H Is For Hell: Thanks In The Giving Machine

On account of Thanksgiving Zipp is sharing his favorite Houston sports memories including a bloody minor league Hockey fight, the 'End Game' of Astros baseball, and the time Turbo and Clutch came to his middle school.
Nov 24, 202118:06
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Revenge of Connor Williams

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: Revenge of Connor Williams

Following a third loss on the season for the Dallas Cowboys, the fellas have to find their energy to prepare for Thanksgiving matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders -- in which they don't discuss. Instead, they go over Daniel's Negatives from the loss to the Chiefs, the ever-shifting offensive line including a crazy theory on Connor Williams from Daniel and finally close with discussing their chances at the one seed and handling the end of the year. 
Nov 24, 202101:19:09
Episode 61 -- The Lost Episode

Episode 61 -- The Lost Episode

Frankly this episode is old. One of the weeks, we recorded and D.R. didn't edit. But lucky for you guys, it was so good we put it up anyway. So ignore the fact that they talked about the New York Mets and their war against the fans but the baseball season is already over. Ignore the fact, that three other Urban Meyer scandals have occurred since the one they talked about on this episode and ignore the fact that all of Thespian Papi's references to his upcoming projects have already occurred (okay that part isn't new). And just enjoy the show. 
Nov 16, 202101:07:15
H Is For Hell: Zipp's Back!

H Is For Hell: Zipp's Back!

Zipp's back from a much needed mental break from Houston sports; but now that the Astros' season is officially over things are going to go back to being real shitty again.
Nov 14, 202109:45
Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: The Reality Check

Tre Blanco Podcast and Grill: The Reality Check

After an unexpected loss to the Denver Broncos, the gang talks about rebounding from the loss, Daniel's Negatives, previewing the game against the Atlanta Falcons and Daniel even grills Tre Blanco a little bit. 
Nov 14, 202101:18:13
Episode 60 -- Kyrie's Gold Star Research

Episode 60 -- Kyrie's Gold Star Research

On this episode, the fellas discuss Kyrie Irving's decision not get vaccinated and subsequently the Brooklyn Nets' decision to not let him play basketball for their team due to New York's laws prohibiting Irving from playing home games unvaccinated. They discuss the reasoning behind both decisions and what responsibility or not Irving has as a public figure along with the role of government in matters such as a pandemic.
Nov 12, 202101:29:51
Episode 59 -- The Return of us, Dismissal of Jon Gruden

Episode 59 -- The Return of us, Dismissal of Jon Gruden

We're back! Daniel, D.R. and Terrell finally return to your eardrums to talk about Jon Gruden's racism, homophobia, sexism, transphobia....you know what if there's a minority group just assumed he insulted them and how the NFL, as usual, dropped the ball on handling the situation.  It's time to love us again!
Nov 03, 202101:49:21