In The Building

Mike is living it up in California, so Rudy Jay and Pelón hold down the fort for this episode of In The Building . The guys recap the Slacker's anniversary and 5,000-subscriber celebration, react to the highlight video from the event, and give listeners an update on everything happening with the show while Mike is away. The conversation quickly goes off the rails with a discussion about San Antoni...

The guys kick off the show by reacting to the surprising news of Tony Romo's DWI arrest, joking about the "Taylor Curse" after spending several episodes praising Romo's career. They discuss whether the incident could affect Romo's future with CBS, the importance of making smart decisions, and why celebrities have no excuse for driving under the influence. Mike and Rudy also celebrate another miles...

In The Building celebrates a major milestone by reaching 5,000 YouTube subscribers , and Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay thank the ITB community for helping grow the show from the ground up. Rudy checks in from Austin during his daughter's UT orientation, leading to more taco talk and a conversation about the growing connection between San Antonio and Austin. The guys then jump into an all-time Cowboys d...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick off the week talking about Mike's upcoming Cowboys training camp trip to California, Rudy's weekend in Austin, and why the city continues to win people over despite the never-ending taco debate. The conversation bounces from USC football memories and California playlists to travel plans, local restaurants, and the latest happenings around In The Building . Later in th...

Mike Taylor, Rudy Jay, and the crew kick off the show teasing an all-time Members Only episode before diving into everything from Cowboys history and Jimmy Johnson memories to the annual BBQ fundraiser and the latest around San Antonio sports. The guys spend a big chunk of the episode giving a spoiler-light review of The Odyssey , praising Christopher Nolan's filmmaking, Matt Damon's performance,...

Texas weather takes center stage as Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay open the show discussing tornado warnings, devastating flooding across the Hill Country, and the ongoing impact of severe storms throughout the state. The guys share stories from around San Antonio, react to the latest flood updates, and remind listeners to stay safe as another round of dangerous weather rolls through Texas. The conversa...

A tornado warning couldn't stop Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay from going live. Broadcasting from the Texas Cheer Liquor Studios, the guys open the show discussing the severe storms rolling through Central Texas, the flooding across the Hill Country, and the strange weather alerts hitting everyone's phones. They also preview the upcoming In The Building meetup at Slackers as the channel inches closer to...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay open the show with a major update on the Jacob Tobey story after new information surfaces about his departure from the Spurs broadcast team. Mike shares what he's hearing from sources inside the organization, leading to a candid discussion about professionalism, workplace boundaries, and whether the public has the full story. The guys revisit their original opinions while...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick off the show with Rudy recounting a terrifying post-birthday morning that turned into a fight for survival. While testing out his new Meta smart glasses on a walk, Rudy was attacked by a loose dog and found himself wrestling the animal to avoid being bitten. The story sparks a broader conversation about San Antonio's stray dog problem, responsible pet ownership, and t...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick off the show by diving into the latest rumors surrounding Von Miller and whether the Dallas Cowboys should make a move. The guys debate what Miller still has left in the tank, whether Dallas needs another veteran pass rusher, and what a potential trade or signing could mean for a team trying to get over the playoff hump. The conversation expands into the Cowboys' rost...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick off Episode 600 by diving into the latest developments surrounding Kawhi Leonard. After weeks of speculation, the guys react to reports that appear to shut the door on another blockbuster move, discussing what it means for Kawhi's future and why Spurs fans continue to have mixed emotions whenever his name resurfaces. The conversation turns into a broader look at how q...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick off another Wednesday edition of In The Building with "What Ya Watching Wednesday," sharing TV recommendations before announcing that new ITB merchandise is finally on the way. From there, the conversation shifts into one of the biggest sports stories of the week as the guys react to former U.S. stars criticizing Christian Pulisic following Team USA's World Cup exit....

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick off the show reacting to Team USA's disappointing World Cup exit and the emotional roller coaster that comes with international soccer. The guys discuss where the Americans fell short, whether expectations were realistic, and why the tournament continues to capture the attention of sports fans who normally don't follow soccer. They also dive into another unforgettable...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick things off riding the high of Team USA’s World Cup performance, embracing the excitement while taking a few playful shots at the doubters. The guys discuss the growing buzz surrounding the tournament, what Team USA has shown so far, and why soccer continues to gain momentum with American sports fans. As always, the conversation quickly expands into bigger debates abou...

Episode 596 opens with a surprisingly heartfelt conversation about patriotism, Texas pride, and what America means heading into the Fourth of July weekend. Mike and Rudy reflect on travel, military history, and the perspective you gain when you see how people around the world view the United States. Mike shares a powerful story from visiting Normandy, where American flags still fly in French villa...

Free agency is here, and In The Building wastes no time getting heated. Mike Taylor comes in exhausted after an Austin round trip, but that doesn’t stop him from unloading on the Spurs’ newest move: signing veteran forward Tobias Harris . While plenty of Spurs fans celebrated the pickup, Mike was blunt, calling Harris a solid but uninspiring veteran whose arrival does little to move San Antonio cl...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick off the show with a surprisingly deep conversation about AI, sparked by news that Ford Motor Company had to bring back hundreds of human quality inspectors after automation failed to match real-world judgment. The guys debate analytics versus intuition, arguing that no algorithm can fully replace human feel, experience, and common sense. It turns into a funny but thou...

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MIKE TAYLOR BBQ ON OCT. 17TH! https://miketaylorbbq.com/ Mike Taylor returns from a beach getaway wishing he never had to work again, kicking off the show with classic ITB chaos, vacation hangover stories, and one of the most hilariously unhinged restaurant complaints yet, complete with Mike walking straight into a kitchen after waiting nearly an hour for dinner. But the tone...

The show opens with classic In The Building chaos before quickly jumping into a rumor nobody saw coming: could Kawhi Leonard actually want back in with the Spurs? Mike and Rudy react to reports that if Kawhi leaves the Los Angeles Clippers , San Antonio is one of the only places he’d consider long-term. That sparks a heated debate between emotion and basketball logic. Mike argues a healthy Kawhi,...

Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay kick things off with World Cup talk, diving into Team USA’s strong group-stage position, Mexico’s win, and the growing energy around the tournament as knockout play approaches. The guys discuss how expanded group play has created some meaningless matches, but they still appreciate the culture, pageantry, and global passion that make the World Cup special. They also tackle...

The draft is in the books, and while Spurs fans may not have gotten a flashy headline move, Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay see something more important: roster balance. The guys break down San Antonio drafting Jayden Quaintance and Terrace Reed, two bigs who immediately address the team’s biggest weakness after getting bullied physically during the Finals run. Mike and Rudy both agree the front office p...

The guys kick off the show with classic In The Building chaos, somehow turning a conversation about stiff shirt collars, country music, and Tecovas into a full-blown discussion about aging, playlists, and why old-school music just hits different. Once the nonsense settles, Mike and Rudy shift into Spurs talk, where the biggest storyline is how… uneventful draft night feels compared to the last few...

MIKE TAYLOR BBQ 2026: LEARN MORE, REGISTER, AND DONATE: https://miketaylorbbq.com/ The Spurs offseason drama keeps getting louder, but Ron Harper isn’t letting rumors slide. Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay open the show reacting to reports that Dylan Harper’s camp wanted guarantees about a starting role, only for Ron Harper to publicly shut that narrative down. The guys debate whether the Spurs need to f...

In The Building debuts from the brand-new Texas Cheer Liquor Studios, and the new setup comes with the same old chaos. Mike Taylor and Rudy Jay open the show joking about moving, studio life, and Mike immediately regretting wearing shorts on camera before shifting into the latest Spurs offseason drama. With the Finals barely in the rearview, the conversation quickly turns toward the growing tensio...

The Finals may be over, but the emotions in San Antonio are nowhere near settled. Mike Taylor opens the show reading messages from Spurs fans who came after him for easing up on De’Aaron Fox, with reactions ranging from frustration to full-on personal attacks. Mike and Rudy unpack how quickly the city turned on Fox, whether the criticism has gone too far, and what the guard’s long-term future in S...