The Skud Missile Podcast

The Skud Missile Podcast is back with Episode 40! We kick things off by building our Mount Rushmore of superheroes before settling the ultimate comic book debate: Marvel or DC? From Batman and Superman to Spider-Man and Iron Man, we’re breaking down the greatest heroes, villains, movies, comics, and cultural impact of both universes. Next, we head to the World Cup to rank the greatest national ant...

The Skud Missile Podcast is back with Episode 39! We kick things off by diving into the NBA Draft and the latest trade rumors, including whether Giannis Antetokounmpo could be headed to Miami, if Julius Randle is the right fit for the Brooklyn Nets, LaMelo Ball’s potential future in Minnesota, and whether Jaylen Brown could become the next superstar on the move. The guys break down the league’s bi...

What happens when sports, politics, music, wrestling, and basketball all collide in one episode? Michael and Ezra kick things off by tackling one of the most controversial sporting events in recent memory: UFC Freedom 250 at the White House. Was it a historic moment that showcased how far mixed martial arts has come, or was it a misuse of one of America’s most important institutions? The guys deba...

What would it take to build an NBA team capable of accomplishing the impossible? In Episode 37 of The Skud Missile Podcast, Michael and Ezra kick things off with the 82-0 Challenge , drafting their ultimate NBA lineups from every era of basketball history. From all-time greats to modern superstars, the debate centers around one question: could any collection of players ever survive an entire seaso...

Episode 36 of The Skud Missile Podcast is built around one question: what separates greatness from being truly generational? This week, the guys dive deep into some of the biggest debates in sports and wrestling history. Segment One tackles the loaded term “generational talent” as Shaq, Tim Duncan, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Victor Wembanyama are put under the microscope. What ac...

What happens when the greatest basketball player of a generation starts looking mortal? Episode 35 of The Skud Missile Podcast launches headfirst into one of the biggest questions in sports: are we witnessing the final chapter of LeBron James? The guys break down the reality of retirement, what LeBron’s departure would mean for the NBA, and whether the league is truly prepared for life after one o...

This episode hits on one of the most debated themes in sports: who gets remembered… and who gets left out. We open with a Hall of Fame argument that doesn’t sit right. Kirby Puckett is in Cooperstown. Bernie Williams isn’t. The numbers are closer than most people realize, and in some areas, Bernie actually has the edge. So what really determines legacy? Peak? Rings? Moments? Or perception? From th...

Episode 33 is built around one central idea: how we define greatness — and how close we’ve come to rewriting history. We open with a debate that challenges the narrative: Jorge Posada vs Buster Posey. Are we overlooking one of the most productive offensive catchers ever, or undervaluing what it means to be a complete player behind the plate? From there, we dive into one of the biggest “what ifs” i...

Episode 32 of The Skud Missile Podcast brings the chaos from every corner of the sports and entertainment world into one high-energy conversation. We kick things off with a breakdown of NFL free agency, taking a hard look at the moves made by the Broncos and Commanders and calling it like it is. Who actually improved and who just threw money around to stay average. From there, we shift to the glob...

This week wasn’t normal. The United States and Israel launched major strikes on Iran in a dramatic escalation that reshaped the global chessboard overnight. Reports indicate Iran’s Supreme Leader was killed, and retaliation risks are mounting. At the same time, the U.S. military operation that resulted in the capture of Venezuela’s president continues to spark international controversy and debate...

Dynasties don’t last forever. Superstars age. Leagues evolve. And sometimes even the laws written centuries ago deserve a second look. In Episode 30, we take a hard look at the last decade of dominance across sports. Who truly owned the 2015–2025 era? Are the Chiefs inevitable? Are the Dodgers underachievers? Did the Celtics really run the NBA — or did rings matter more than win percentage? Then w...

Episode 29 explores failure, future growth, and global dominance in sports. We start by carving out the Mount Rushmore of the worst franchises in NFL, NBA, and MLB history — debating which teams truly define dysfunction and fan misery. Then we pivot to the future as the NBA inches toward expansion. Should Seattle get its team back? Is Las Vegas inevitable? And what dark horse city could surprise e...

We start with a debate that never gets old: the greatest rivalries in college football. A new Top 15 ranking has everyone talking, and we break down what actually makes a rivalry elite. Is it hate? Stakes? History? Or something deeper? And in today’s NIL and transfer portal era, do rivalries still mean the same thing to players — or do they live mostly in the fans now? From there, we shift to the...

Episode 27 opens with a candid discussion on the renewed scrutiny surrounding Steve Tisch and why ownership controversies never fully fade in professional sports. From there, the conversation shifts to Pinstripe Pride and what the Yankees’ identity truly represents in today’s evolving sports culture—why tradition still matters, where it clashes with the modern game, and why the pinstripes continue...

What are sports really worth? In Episode 26, we look beyond wins and losses to talk about value in all its forms. We start with the most valuable franchises in the world and what their worth actually says about power, markets, and influence in modern sports. From there, the conversation shifts in an unexpected direction, exploring speed in nature and what survival, efficiency, and instinct can tea...

Episode 25 opens with baseball’s latest reminder that money still rules everything. Kyle Tucker is headed to the Dodgers as the second-highest paid player in MLB, forcing a conversation about competitive balance, broken systems, and why fans keep aiming their anger in the wrong direction. From there, we jump to the NFL as the Broncos take down the Bills and the focus quickly shifts to Bo Nix’s inj...

Respect in sports isn’t permanent. It’s shaped by narratives, aesthetics, and whatever conversation happens to dominate at the moment. In Episode 24 of The Skud Missile Podcast , we challenge how greatness is remembered — and how easily it gets rewritten. We open with a blind résumé exercise that forces an uncomfortable question: are we too quick to dismiss certain legends when their careers don’t...

Episode 23 moves from controversy to creativity as we dive into the Stefon Diggs situation and what off-field allegations mean for the NFL. From there, we shift gears into culture with our Mount Rushmore picks—iconic movie characters and the moments that will shape 2025. We close with NFL Draft talk, debating who should go first overall versus who teams actually want, before wrapping with a listen...

Episode 22 of The Skud Missile Podcast is built for argument. We open by tearing into NBA positional Mount Rushmores pulled straight from the internet and asking the uncomfortable question of who truly belongs versus who is living on reputation. Then it is a ruthless MLB debate as we cut one legendary pitcher from a list that feels untouchable, weighing peak dominance against longevity and the rea...

Episode 21 of The Skud Missile Podcast is loaded with breaking news, college football drama, and wild WrestleMania speculation. We kick things off with the headline shaking the SEC: Lane Kiffin to LSU . We break down how the Tigers landed him, what this means for the SEC, and whether Kiffin finally gets the powerhouse roster he’s been chasing. Then we turn to the chaos of the College Football Play...

Episode 20 delivers wall-to-wall debate as Michael and Ezra break down the viral “Top 10 Most Hated Teams in Sports,” reveal the newest College Football Playoff bracket, draft their Top 5 TV series of all time, and celebrate Geno Auriemma’s iconic 41-year run at UConn. The guys close with a listener mailbag featuring fresh questions from across the country. No scripts. Just missiles. This is a pub...

The rumor mill is in full spin this week. We kick things off with college football’s coaching carousel , where seats are heating up at LSU, Penn State, and Florida — and the names flying around are wild: Franklin, Kiffin, Urban, Dabo, and more. Could we see another seismic shake-up before bowl season? Then, we go cinematic with our Top 5 Movies of All Time — a no-holds-barred debate where nostalgi...

This week, Michael and Ezra fire off five missiles that all orbit around one theme — respect, reputation, and the cost of keeping both. 🏀 Segment 1: Stephen A. Smith vs. LeBron James — When commentary turns personal. Stephen A. drops a racial jab, LeBron defends his son, and the media world divides. Who’s right, who’s reaching, and what does this say about the new era of athlete-controlled narrat...

Episode 17 delivers a full slate of chaos and nostalgia. Michael and Ezra break down a wild NFL weekend — the Bears finally wake up against Washington while the Jets get beat by Denver in London. Then it’s over to the Bronx, where the Yankees’ offseason questions loom large: Will Brian Cashman spend big or keep tinkering around the edges? Next, the guys tackle college football’s latest bombshell —...

The mics are hot, the segments are secret, and Ezra has no idea what’s coming. In Episode 16 of The Skud Missile Podcast , Michael lines up a mix of curveballs — from October baseball greatness to unexpected debates that go way beyond the box score. It’s one of those episodes where sports meet storytelling, and the laughter hits as hard as the stats. You’ll hear conversations that move from clutch...