Last Night's Game

World Cup chaos, the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, and the worst national anthem performances ever. This is your save-it episode for the 4th of July, no stats required. Amy and co-host Scott give you the conversation starters you actually need this weekend. We get into why Norway flew in 6,000 lbs of oranges and 250 lbs of brown cheese, Erling Haaland's beef-heart diet, the Telemundo com...

The 2026 World Cup starts this week, and it is about to take over your office, your feed, and every happy hour conversation. Good news: you do not need to know a thing about soccer to keep up. In this episode, Amy and Scott give you the fun, human stories behind World Cup 2026 so you can walk into any room ready. In this episode: - Why the US, Canada, and Mexico didn't have to qualify - The NFL gr...

Want to understand Formula One without feeling confused?  This beginner-friendly Formula One podcast episode breaks down everything casual fans need to know about F1, including drivers, teams, races, rules, and why Formula One has exploded in popularity. Amy and Scott explain: - Why Max Verstappen's dominance is ending - How Cadillac and Audi are changing Formula One - Why Monaco is the most iconi...

The Indy 500. The French Open. Formula 1. NASCAR. Cheese rolling. Yes...cheese rolling. This week, Amy and Scott break down the biggest Memorial Day weekend sports storylines in a way that actually makes sense for casual fans. From racing traditions and tennis drama to one of the wildest competitions on the internet, this episode gives you everything you need to survive sports conversations all we...

If you've ever been confused watching tennis, this Tennis 101 episode breaks it all down. We explain tennis scoring in a simple way, including what "love" means, how points, games, sets, and matches work, and why you need to win two points in a row at deuce. You'll also learn the key storylines, brutal travel schedules and players to know, from the GOAT debate with Novak Djokovic and Serena Willia...

The WNBA enters its 30th season with momentum that's impossible to ignore. Bigger player salaries, new expansion franchises, celebrity ownership groups, rising stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, and more national coverage have transformed the league into one of the most exciting stories in sports. In this episode of the Last Night's Game podcast, Amy and Scott break down what casual fans...

Heading to a Kentucky Derby party and not sure what to say? This episode breaks down the Kentucky Derby 2026 in a way that's simple, fun, and actually useful in real conversation. We cover everything you need to know about the "Run for the Roses," including why the race is called the most exciting two minutes in sports, how the Triple Crown works, and why there's never been a repeat Derby winner....

The NFL Draft isn't just about football anymore but a full-blown cultural event. In this episode of Last Night's Game, Amy and Scott break down everything you need to know about the NFL Draft in a way that's approachable, entertaining, and actually useful in real-life conversations. From the evolution of the draft into a massive, city-wide event to the surprising shift in quarterback trends, this...

If you've ever felt clueless when sports betting comes up, you're not alone, and you're in the right place. In this episode, we break down sports betting terms like spread, moneyline, over/under, parlays, and prop bets in a way that actually makes sense, so you can follow the conversation without overthinking it. Amy and Scott walk through real examples, what the numbers mean, and even what to say...

The Masters is back, and even if you don't watch golf, this is the one tournament everyone talks about. In this episode of Last Night's Game, we're breaking down everything you need to know about The Masters 2026, from Rory McIlroy's long-awaited win to the traditions, rules, and moments that make Augusta unlike anywhere else in sports. We're getting into:
 • Rory McIlroy finally winning The Maste...

What if your favorite celebrities didn't just act, sing, or entertain, but could have actually gone pro? In this episode of Last Night's Game, we're breaking down the most athletic celebrities who have real, legit skills, from marathon times that rival elite runners to near-Olympians and pro-level hockey players. We're talking: - Harry Styles' shocking Berlin Marathon time - Justin Bieber's legit...

Baseball is back, and this week on the Last Night's Game podcast, Amy and Scott are getting you ready for the 2026 MLB season with the storylines every casual fan should know before the first pitch. In this episode, they discuss Shohei Ohtani's pursuit of Babe Ruth-level history, the unexpected rise of jewelry and luxury fashion trends in baseball, and the new ABS challenge system that lets player...

March Madness has officially arrived, and this episode is your shortcut to sounding smart without needing to watch college basketball all season. Amy and Scott break down everything you need to know about the NCAA tournament, including how to pick a bracket, the classic upset seeds to watch, the top men's and women's teams, and the Cinderella stories everyone loves in March Madness. They also get...

Ever wondered how Olympic athletes actually make money? When we watch the Olympics, it looks like every athlete is a full-time professional competitor. But the truth is far different, especially for Team USA athletes. In this episode of the Last Night's Game podcast, Amy and Scott pull back the curtain on the real lives of Olympic and Paralympic athletes and the surprising careers many of them bal...

And since it's Women's History Month, we're checking the scoreboard. In this episode of Last Night's Game, Amy and Scott break down the current state of women's sports, from Olympic gold medals to record-breaking viewership, expanding pro leagues, and revenue milestones that signal long-term growth. Here's what we're celebrating: 🏒 U.S. women winning 8 of 12 gold medals at the Winter Olympics

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The NFL Combine (aka the "Underwear Olympics") is here, the 2026 Winter Paralympics are about to take center stage, and the World Baseball Classic is giving baseball its global glow-up. In this episode of Last Night's Game, Amy and Scott break down: * Why the NFL Combine is basically speed dating for future NFL stars * The hand-size debates, Wonderlic drama, and draft storylines to know * Why Team...

In 2002, Ryan Wedding competed in the Winter Olympics as a Canadian snowboarder in the men's parallel giant slalom. Today, federal prosecutors allege he ran a multinational cocaine trafficking operation and directed violent retaliation killings. His name has been mentioned alongside cartel leaders like Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán and Pablo Escobar. In this episode, Amy and Scott break down: - The sh...

Sports breakups are never just breakups; they come with championships, scandals, rebounds, revenge seasons, and sometimes full-on family swaps. In this episode of Last Night's Game, Amy and Scott dive into the messiest sports divorces and celebrity breakups of all time, from influencer-athlete splits and Kardashian-NBA drama to Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and even a real-life Yankees family swap. W...

You don't need to be a football fan to enjoy the Super Bowl, but you do need something to say. In this episode of Last Night's Game, we break down Super Bowl conversation starters for people who want to feel confident at parties, watch parties, or work chats, without pretending to know football. We cover: * Who to cheer for if you don't have a team * Halftime show special guests and music buzz * S...

The Winter Olympics are almost here, and these Games are about way more than medals and cold weather. In this episode of Last Night's Game, Amy and Scott break down the 2026 Winter Olympics preview in a way that's fun, approachable, and perfect for casual sports fans. From comeback queens like Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin, and Chloe Kim to underdog stories you'll instantly root for (hello, Jamai...

Ever nodded along during a sports conversation hoping no one asks a follow-up question? This episode is for you. On this episode of Last Night's Game, Amy and Scott break down the sports terms you hear all the time, like NIL (Name, Image, Likeness), the transfer portal, salary cap, tanking, wild card, and load management- and translate them into plain English you can actually use. This isn't about...

Indiana vs. Miami isn't just a national championship; it's a story. In this episode, we break down the College Football National Championship through the lens of people, money, and moments that matter. From Indiana's undefeated run and first-ever title shot to Miami hosting the championship at home, we cover who to cheer for, what to say about it, and why this game has pulled in even non–college f...

2026 is shaping up to be a year you won't even try to avoid sports.   In this episode of Last Night's Game , Amy and Scott break down the biggest sports trends coming in 2026, from the Winter Olympics and the return of NHL players to the World Cup across North America, the World Baseball Classic, and a UFC event planned for the White House lawn.   This isn't about predictions or stats. It's about...

Sports in 2025 weren't just about who won; it was about the moments everyone talked about.   In this episode of Last Night's Game , we revisit the biggest sports stories of the year, including Rory McIlroy's career grand slam, Coco Gauff's French Open win, the Oklahoma City Thunder's NBA title, and Wrexham's storybook rise.   We also dive into the conversations that dominated headlines and group c...

In this festive episode, Amy and Scott break down the holiday showdown between two sports giants fighting for your Christmas Day screen time.  We're talking Lakers family shakeups, Knicks-owner chaos, LeBron's Christmas records, the NFL's big streaming takeover, Netflix's Beyoncé moment, and why players hate those quick-turn holiday games. Whether you're hosting, traveling, or hiding from your in-...