Jean-Jacques Taylor

Jacques Talk

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This is a podcast where I talk about the Dallas Cowboys, a team I’ve covered as a beat writer, columnist, TV Insider and radio host for the past 28 years. I’ll also discuss the NFL, working out, food, streaming and all things Dallas. My boy, Big Joe in the Big Rig, has been my friend for 30 years and produces the show and chimes in occasionally with his thoughts on the Cowboys. After all, he’s a lifelong Cowboys fan, and he played high school, college and semi-pro football. Welcome to Jacques Talk where sports is fluid. What’s true today might not be true an hour, a day or a month from now. I’...

Author

Jean-Jacques Taylor

Category

Sports

Podcast website

jacques-talk.captivate.fm

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 95: ESPN insider Todd Archer 24.04.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk sponsored by Greening Law we have lengthy conversation with Todd Archer about the draft and what the Cowboys will do. Then we have a fascinating conversation about friendship and our first cars.

Episode 95 bonus: Mavs beat clippers and even series 24.04.2024

Mavs bonus

Episode 94: Mavs get blown out and my time as a McDonald’s;s employee 21.04.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk we discuss why the Clippers blew out the Mavs and what’s in store for Game 2. Then we shift into an interesting conversation about Dak Prescott and why there’s a good chance this is his last season in Dallas. We go “Around the Block” and discuss what a great time I had at a live music concert in Addison and my new obsession with organic food.

Episode 93: The CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons question 17.04.2024

Episode 93: In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we discuss the absence of Micah Parsons and CeeDee Lamb from the Cowboys’ voluntary workouts and why Lamb’s decision makes sense but Parsons’ doesn’t. Then we head Around the Block for a conversation about one man’s junk is another man’s treasure

Episode 92: DFW has a collection of young stars 15.04.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we discussion the collection of young stars in each of Dallas’ four major teams. Then we shifted into a discussion Dez Bryant’s career before talking about the Cowboys’ draft and why they must be careful taking a tackle before. We have our usual health and fitness conversation before ending with a nuanced conversation about who has pressure...

Episode 91: ESPN Insider Todd Archer has some advice for the Cowboys 10.04.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk we have a riveting conversation with ESPN Insider Todd Archer about he futures of CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons and his favorite sport, college basketball. Then Big Joe in the Big Rig and I discuss the eclipse and the most expensive cookies I’ve ever heard of. We end with a brief conversation about Caitlin Clark, South Carolina and women’s hoops.

Episode 90: A mock draft you’ll love and why the Rangers own the Astros 08.04.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we have a mock draft that would make Will McClay and Jerry Jones happy. Then we discuss why the Rangers are playing more confidently against Houston before we have an interesting conversation about Jason Kidd and why he isn’t getting much credit for the Mavs’ turnaround. We also discuss a boxing workout I had at the bougie gym.

Episode 89: Clarence E. Hill jr has a thought about Jerry Jones’ spending habits 05.04.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram we discuss the Cowboys’ lack of offseason spending and acquisitions. Then we launch into a quality discussion of the Stars and Mavs playing their best as the playoffs get started. We end with a trip around the block that focus on why Apple and Bally’s SW left me shaking my head.

Episode 88: ESPN insider Todd Archer has an interesting perspective on Zeke Elliott and the Cowboys 03.04.2024

On this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law, Todd archer has an interesting perspective on the potential of Zeke Elliott joining the Cowboys. He also goes in-depth on what the Cowboys will do in the draft and why. Then we discuss KC receiver Rashee Rice and why his feeling of invincibility has left him in hot water. We end with a conversation about Luka, Kyrie and the Mavs and Josh Ju...

Episode 87: Clarence Hill Jr. has the latest on Jerry Jones and Big Joe talks guns 29.03.2024

In the latest episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law Clarence E. Hill jr. gives us the latest from Jerry Jones at the owner’s meetings in Orlando. Then we have a conversation about the Texas Rangers revamped bullpen before we discuss guns and why Big Joe loves them in a trip around the block. We end it with a brief conversation about the Mavs and a huge game with Sacramento on Friday.

Episode 86: ESPN insider Todd Archer and the worst gym experience 27.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law, ESPN insider Todd Archer tries to decipher all the weird stuff Jerry Jones has said at the owner’s meetings and whether the Cowboys have given up on the 24 season before it has even started. Then we discuss the expectations facing the Texas Rangers as defending champs before a trip around the block that focus on why I dumped one gym and com...

Episode 85: A review of the Cowboys 1995 draft class, Jerry’s worst 25.03.2024

Episode 85: We start this episode of JacquesTalk with a galvanizing moment between Kyrie and Luka. Then we shift into an in-depth conversation about the Cowboys’ 1995 and why it was the worst of the Jerry Jones era. We finish with a conversation about LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey and journalism and a fantastic recipe that’s good and good for you.

Episode 84: Clarence E. Hill wonders if the Jerry Jones is setting up Mike McCarthy to fail. 22.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law Clarence E. Hill jr. wants to know why the Cowboys haven’t made any moves and how it will affect Mike McCarthy’s future. We spend some time discussing Kyrie Irving’s greatness especially during the Ramadan, where he’s fasting from sunup to sundown. We finish with a riveting conversation about relationships and my current obsession with the s...

Episode 83: ESPN Insider Todd Archer riffs on the Cowboys and why Jordan Montgomery isn’t with the Rangers 20.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we discuss how our love for men’s college hoops has waned, while our appreciation for women’s hoops and its storyline has increased exponentially. ESPN Cowboys insider Todd Archer gives us an idea of what the Cowboys will do with their offensive line before we take a trip around the block to discuss how Amazon has changed our life. Finally,...

Episode 82: Tyron Smith’s legacy and the 2018 draft class 18.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we discuss Tyron Smith’s legacy and what it means for the Cowboys. Then we shift into a conversation about quarterbacks and free agency and supply and demand. In our trip around the block, we talk about the little things that mean a lot to us and I drop off a fitness tip and a recipe. Finally, we analyze the Cowboys’ 2018 draft class since L...

Episode 81: Don't overreact about the Cowboys lack of moves in Free Agency and The Wire 13.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law I tell you why to stop overreacting about the Cowboys and FA and then I provide facts to support my points. We have a good discussion about the running back market followed by a riveting conversation about The Wire and our favorite characters.

Episode 80: The Class of 2021 NFL quarterbacks and what it says about Dak 11.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we take a deep dive on the class of 21 and what it means about Dak. After all, it’s easy to say get rid of Dak but there’s no guarantee you can replace him whether you take a quarterback first overall or in the first round. Then we discuss Luka and the Mavs before I give you some workout tips and a weekly recipe

Episode 79: Dak and fatherhood brings back some memories. 08.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we have a great conversation about the joy of fatherhood and what Dak can expect to experience as a new father before we engage in a discussion about why Tony Pollard would be a good option for another year in Dallas.

Episode 78: ESPN Insider Todd Archer says something about Dak you haven’t heard 06.03.2024

This episode of JacquesTalk begins with ESPN insider Todd Archer discussing Dak’s first public comments on his contract situation and when the Cowboys absolutely need to get a deal done. Then we shift into a fun conversation about Denzel Washington’s top movies before ending up with a conversation about the current NFL quarterback carousel and where some guys like Justin Fields might wind up.

Episode 77: Jerry Speaks a lot and says little and JJT fights his inner fat guy 04.03.2024

This episode of JacquesTalk is 🔥🔥🔥🔥 we discuss Jerry’s attempts to confuse and misdirect with his comments at the combine. Then we dissect the latest on Dak Prescott’s future before we have a frank discussion about the Cowboys’ culture. We end with a great recipe from Chez JacquesTalk as part of our continuing conversation on getting your body right for the summer right now. We finish with a t...

Episode 76: Stephen Jones speaks but does he say anything 01.03.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk, we discuss Stephen Jones’ thoughts on the Cowboys’ culture and signing Dak, Micah and CeeDee to long-term deals. We also discuss Luka and the Mavs rounding into playoff shape before I provide some details on how to get your summer body in the next three months. We finish with a discussion about the players’ report card for the Cowboys and one surprising grade

Episode 75: ESPN Insider Todd Archer and Peter King’s impact on me 28.02.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by GreeningLaw we have an insightful conversation with Todd Archer about the scouting combine and what the Cowboys need. Then we shift into a conversation about Peter King’s retirement and what he meant to me before we discussed Rob Parker’s contribution to journalism and his impact on me. Finally, I tell you what I learned the other day that made me shake...

Episode 74: The combine has arrived and Big Joe in the Big Rig gets the Jam Session Bowl 26.02.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law, we discuss some of the top scouting combine performers of all time and how their NFL careers turned out. Then we shifted into a conversion about the top players the Cowboys should take a look at during the combine. We talk about Big Joe’s experience at Smokey John’s where he FINALLY sampled the JamSession bowl. Then I provided a recipe for...

Episode 73: Clarence E. Hill Jr and the truth about where teams find quarterbacks 23.02.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk we have an engaging Cowboys conversation with Clarence E. Hill Jr. about why the Cowboys need to get Dak Prescott’s deal done ASAP before delving into an insightful conversation about where quarterbacks come from. We talk about EA Sports paying college athletes for their likeness in the video game and a heartfelt conversation about Adrian Peterson’s financial woes.

Episode 72: ESPN Insider Todd Archer and interesting times for the Mavs 21.02.2024

In this episode of JacquesTalk presented by Greening Law we have a great conversation with ESPN Insider Todd Archer about Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley. Then we discussed the difficulty athletes have adjusting to life after sport before finishing with a discussion of the Mavs having the potential to be a surprise team in the West once the playoffs start.

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