The Dogs

Matt and Katie welcome their first-ever guest, their dad, for a Father's Day special celebrating some of the greatest father-son and father-daughter stories in sports history. From Richard Williams and Venus & Serena to Roger and Kody Clemens, they explore the family legacies that helped shape champions.

Send us Fan Mail Puerto Rico may be small in size, but its sports legends are larger than life. Katie and Matt break down iconic careers, unforgettable Olympic moments, and the fearless mentality behind Puerto Rican athletes Monica Puig, Carlos Delgado, Amanda Serrano, and Jasmine Camacho-Quinn. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Expos were loaded with young talent and were dubbed the team of the ’80s—then one swing turned into “Blue Monday” and the window never opened quite the same way again. This one’s a love letter to the roster that should’ve had more Octobers. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Backup quarterbacks just don’t get the glory. But when it’s their time to shine, boy, can it be romantic. We run through the origin story of the QB2, then hit our big 3: a journeyman who wins MVP, a future Hall of Famer who had to wait behind a legend, and a post-season hero who peaked at the perfect time. Also on deck: the Qdoba “Matrix” story, an Instagram giveaway tease, and ou...

Send us Fan Mail From James Naismith’s peach baskets to the early dominance of the Minneapolis Lakers, this episode dives into basketball’s raw beginnings. It’s a WILD story of innovation, instability, and the first true “dogs” who built the league from nothing. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail March Madness is here, and we’re celebrating with Final Four predictions and a little MERCH Madness. We dive into iconic tournament stories—from the first championship in 1939 to legendary Cinderella runs like UMBC and Sister Jean’s Loyola squad. Link to THE DOGS merch:  https://the-dogs-podcast-shop.fourthwall.com Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Time to reopen the case. Was Derrek Lee robbed of an MVP? (Yes.) Did Vladimir Guerrero deserve third place? (…let’s talk about it.) We break down the stats, the context, and the chaos of one unforgettable MVP ballot. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Katie and Matt dive headfirst into the wonderfully weird world of sports mascots—from a kidnapped tree to a dinosaur that exists because everyone in the 90s watched Jurassic Park . Along the way, we predict the World Baseball Classic , and Katie provides well wishes to an unlucky golfer who fell down an elevator shaft. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Tebow Promise & The Money Manziel: Two Heisman winners. Two college football legends. Two WILDY different dudes. We’ve got another Seven Dogs of Separation episode for you, diving into the electric rise (and complicated pro careers) of Tim Tebow and Johnny Manziel, breaking down the miracles, meltdowns, baseball cameos, viral moments, and the surprising threads that connec...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 6 kicks off a new “Dog Era” series, diving into the World War II generation of MLB players who left the diamond to serve, including legends like Bob Feller, Ted Williams, and Yogi Berra, and the lasting impact their service had on the game. From over 500 big leaguers answering the call to the creation of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, we highlight the...

Send us Fan Mail Mac McClung went from small-town Virginia to three consecutive Slam Dunk Contest wins, reviving an event fans had almost given up on. Matt and Katie break down his journey, why sticking in the NBA has been so tough, and why his story fits exactly what this podcast is about. BONUS: Hear our ill-informed Super Bowl predictions and important Giannis and Philip Rivers updates. Support...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 4 puts the spotlight on Mark Webber — Aussie Grit himself — as we (imperfectly but enthusiastically) explain Formula One, the chess match at 200 mph, and how a 6'1" plumber’s apprentice became a nine-time F1 race winner who nearly grabbed a world title. Along the way, we unpack Red Bull drama, and hit Big Dogs of the Week with Olympic figure skating history and an all-time...

Send us Fan Mail What do Drew Brees and Tommy Rees have in common? Our first Seven Dogs of Separation episode starts with an all-time embarrassing confession, then somehow turns into Katie’s unlikely redemption arc as she connects the dots in true underdog fashion. Expect big laughs, a real-life Heated Rivalry Olympic love story, and a spicy little history lesson on the legendary Peanut Punch. Sup...

Send us Fan Mail Dive headfirst with Matt and Katie into the legend of Bartolo “Big Sexy” Colón —a 21-season, 11-team odyssey and absolute ROLLERCOASTER of a career. Buckle up because this is a wild one. Plus, the Big Dogs of the Week highlight a feel-good comeback and a roundup of the very good boys (and girls) who are changing the game.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Katie and Matt kick off their podcast diving into the story behind Giannis's most important teammate off the stat sheet - his brother Thanasis, the NBA's ultimate energy guy and locker-room glue. They wrap the episode with two wild stories that prove greatness doesn't always look the way you expect. Support the show