15 Good Minutes

The 2026 MLB Season is at the halfway point. As we approach the All Star Break, we're taking a look at the state of baseball - as a whole; and, what observations have we made during the first half of the season. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goodminutes

The NBA trade deadline is fast-approaching. LeBron James has said he's not returning to the L.A. Lakers. Apparently, he's willing to play for the league vet minimum for the opportunity to play with a contender. Lots of teams trying to get him ... where will he land? YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goo...

Today we're talking about things that used to be expensive that are now free; things that used to cost a lot but now cost much less; and things that use to be inexpensive that are now quite expensive. Feel free to comment with anything you believe fits into these categories! YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/...

As we learn that Serena Williams is returning to pro tennis, we take this opportunity to discuss what it is that drives pro athletes to come back? After years of nagging injuries, and some one-sided losses, Serena is coming back. She's not the first and won't be the last. Assuming money isn't the driver -- what is? YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialem...

Friendships that were once strong, can - and do, dissolve. Friends grow apart for a variety of reasons. Today, we're discussing how we each have dealt with situations where previously strong friendships have weakened, and or ended. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goodminutes

Both the Eastern and Western Conference Championships have begun! It's San Antonio vs OKC in the west; and Cleveland vs the NY Knicks in the east. We're breaking down both championships -- as we think they'll go. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goodminut

One third of 2026 is in the books! In today's episode LB & Coach are talking about goals set for the year, and using this 1/3 of the year milestone to assess progress. Where they saw successes, and where they still have areas to hit? Speaking of which - how are you progressing with your own 2026 goals? Drop a comment! YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialema...

There are undeniable advantages to seeing live sports in person. But -- some sports charge quite a bit for tickets, not to mention food & drink at concessions. Today we're looking at different types of sports to determine if it's still affordable for everyday fans to attend. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twit...

Today we're talking about times and places where you should silence your phone -- and other situations where you should "NOT" be talking on the phone. If you have similar situations/places we've missed, please comment below -- we'd love to know your thoughts. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.co...

With the recent news that Ruth's Chris restaurant has begun reinforcing their dress codes, we talk about whether or not it's important to still have dress codes or not. Are there certain places or situations where dress codes matter? We'd love to get your thoughts as well. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitte...

The NCAA Basketball season for 2025-26 has reached it's final weekend! The Men's and Women's Final Four - and subsequent championship games will complete this wonderful season. On the NCAA Women's Front, we have South Carolina vs UConn and UCLA vs Texas in the Final Four. On the NCAA Men's Front, we have Michigan vs Arizona and UConn vs Illinois. The Women's Championship Ga...

The team is revisiting a topic from a while ago - Streaming services. What we each have (and why) and what we each pay. Today, more than any time before, the streaming services are using more "tiers" to create more pay walls. Media consumption is costly -- let us know what your monthly expenditure is for media consumption, and which streaming services you can't live without. YouTube:...

As the NCAA Conference Tourney's come to an end, it's time to see who's going dancing! In today's episode, we're focusing on the projected 1 and 2 seeds. Will your team get selected? YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goodminutes

Join the crew today as we discuss our individual hobbies and why having hobbies are important. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goodminutes

Today we're talking about the importance of saving "differently" after 60. The idea is that at this stage of life you shouldn't be saving to amass wealth; or to leave your savings to family members -- rather, save differently to ensure you're enjoying your senior years while you still can. Go do the things you've worked so hard for, while you can. Interesting panel discus...

The end of the NFL Season is upon us -- as we reach the championship game; the Super Bowl. Today we're breaking down our thoughts on the game; who we think will win; and what's on the food menu for us as we watch. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goodminutes

The NCAA basketball season is now 20+ games in. Today we're looking at the top 10 and some of the similarities within these strong teams. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.comTwitter: twitter.com/15goodminutes

This weekend we have both the AFC and NFC Championship Games. New England at Denver and the L.A. Rams at Seattle. Today we're breaking both of these games down and picking our winners. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.com

The first round of playoffs for the 2025-26 NFL Season is here! We have some games we think are duds, and a couple that could be quite interesting. Let us know who your first-round winners are. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.com

With the final weekend of the NFL regular season upon us, there are a few key games of note: Carolina-Tampa; Baltimore-Pittsburgh; and Seattle-San Francisco. We're taking a look at these 3 matchups and the significance of each one. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.com

This weekend produces the first four games of the 2025-26 NCAAF Playoffs. Alabama - Oklahoma, Miami - Texas A&M, Tulane - Ole Miss, and JMU - Oregon. The Crew gives it's thoughts on each of these games as the playoffs are officially upon us! Podcast: 15 Good Minutes on all your favorite podcast platforms. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15g...

AI is fast-becoming an integral part of everyday life -- well beyond writing computer programming code. It'll walk you through how to change the oil in your car, verbally and visually. As the AI engines grow and become smarter, will there be a point where AI does more of the things humans do today? Something to consider ... so we're discussing it here today. Feel free to drop us a line her...

This week marks the start of the new NBA season. Today we're talking about a few of the storylines of this new season. Podcast: 15 Good Minutes on all your favorite podcast platforms. YouTube: youtube.com/15goodminutesBlueSky: @15goodminutes.bsky.socialemail: rusty@15goodminutes.com

LB, and his good friends from the Golf DMV Podcast, just returned from a golf trip to Pinehurst NC. He played three courses -- #4, #10, and #2. Today he's giving us his breakdown -- of the trip; the courses; the caddy experience at #2, and why he felt it important for him to be a part of young Manny's first official golf trip! Podcast: 15 Good Minutes on all your favorite podcast platforms...

Penn State loses to a no-win UCLA team that had just fired their coach & coordinator. 9th Ranked Texas loses to Florida. Both teams were preseason Top 5 Teams; and both are now bounced from the top 25 -- so what happened? Today we're talking about Penn State and Texas Football and how & why they've fallen so fast. Podcast: 15 Good Minutes on all your favorite podcast platforms. You...