Casuals with Katie Nolan

Hello! It's the podcast that believes 141 hard-boiled eggs is, you know, plenty. Today, Katie and the Casualties break down Joey Chestnut's return to glory at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, his techniques, his hangover, his records, and his most impressive competition, then get into the week at Wimbledon, the rise of Ben and Trinity, the fall of Morgan Stanley's PTO limits, and the downside of letting robots into tennis, the 30-year legacy of Tragic Kingdom, the Red Sox heading to the White House without winning a World Series, Pete Alonso OUT of the Home Run Derby, Big Dumper IN to the Home Run Derby, Luis Ortiz and baseball's dumbest gambling scandal to date, Michael Kay, brooms, aprons, NBA microeconomics, sports movies, Australian men's softball, and way too much more.

Published: 8 July 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that's never too busy to notice you, or ranch dressing. Today, we sadly break the news to Isabella that she will not be the next head coach of the New York Knicks, and Katie and the Casualties discuss names for a Boston WNBA franchise, the adults-only Titanic lego set, and the sporting legacy of Red Panda. Then, comedian Steph Tolev joins to break down her past life as a Canadian gold medal hopeful, her father's most impressive trait, the Maple Leafs, the Bills, the Diddler's Curse, and the hardship of being a sports fan in Toronto, her historic mayonnaise fight from the bleachers of Blue Jays-White Sox in Chicago, the Dallas Wings splitting up a couple via trade, the latest WNBA drama, Caitlin Clark, Caitlin Dark, and the struggles of being a goth high school athlete, her first pitch dreams, her strongest soccer take, Michael Jordan's house as an AirBnB, Wimbledon, Bulgaria, Shooter McGavin, and the unbridled rage of learning to play golf.

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that would be willing to discuss a role on Dawn Staley's staff. Today, Katie and the Casualties discuss this week in NolanFreude (name-pending), then comedian Brendan Sagalow stops by to discuss CKY and post-Y2K skateboarding, the Knicks considering Dawn Staley as their next head coach, the man, the bear, the atmosphere at a Liberty game, and the next round of WNBA expansion, Tom Brady and Sydney Sweeney getting close at the Bezos wedding, the winners and losers of a Brady-Sweeney deal, Drake's abs, Drake's fake abs, Jake Paul's latest boxing W and why it makes us root for Craig Parker, Skip Bayless starting a Sabrina Carpenter vs. Lesley Gore debate, the Yankees, Legos, Rocket League, Warzone loadouts, and voluntarily playing video games about being chased by scary clowns. PLUS, Wimbledon begins, the Tour de France never ends, French breakfasts give way to chocolatey American toast, and Joey Chestnut returns to FEAST.

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that gets shin splints just thinking about running a sub-four-minute mile. Today, Katie gets into the White Sox fan taunting Ketel Marte about his mother midgame, and asks fans to up the decorum at sporting events. Then, she and the Casualties discuss the best dressed at the NBA Draft, the NY Sirens trading our friend Abby Roque to Montreal, Kenyan runner Faith Kipyegon attempting to make history (UPDATE: She kinda did, but didn't. Ran a 4:06 mile), why you NEED to know about the Big Dumper AKA Cal Raleigh, Jeff Bezos' wedding, why getting five tattoos at once would ever be necessary, and much more. PLUS, reigning World Darts Champion Luke “the Nuke” Littler FINALLY joins the pod from Madison Square Garden ahead of the 2025 US Darts Masters! Luke rules. Go watch darts.

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that drafts basketball players solely on the ability to finish at the rack. Today, Katie and the Casualties get into Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd going public with their relationship and the state of sports power couples, Tyrese Haliburton's injury, the Thunder, and the most bored-looking NBA champions of all-time, the Celtics trading for Anfernee Simons, the Rockets trading for Kevin Durant, and whether there's hypocrisy in disliking KD, the existence of Fanatics Fest and the lore of Dr. Moist Muffins, the sale of the Lakers to another sports mega-conglomerate, the tragedy of Tommy Fleetwood, Kelsey Plum, gamblers, card collectors, stalkers, and the state of WNBA fandom, and a completely mature preview of the NBA Draft.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that’s slightly ashamed of their pimple popping fetish. Today, comedian Joey Avery joins Katie to talk about his love of Bay Area sports jerseys, the Rafael Devers trade to his beloved Giants, the long-awaited news that the San Jose Sharks mascot has been inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame, the F****** P******* winning the Stanley Cup, the Red Sox conducting an AI interview with a Front Office candidate, why Yankee Stadium sucks, Tyler Herro’s comments about not believing in any history before 1950, the joys (and impending shame) of watching pimple popping videos, PLUS fights in the Big3 and WNBA, Love Island, The Traitors, Noah Lyles vs Tyreek Hill and a whole lot more.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that wears jerseys to job interviews. Today, Katie reacts to the news that dropped on Sunday night of the Red Sox trading franchise player Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Then, Katie and the Casualties discuss Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Stephen A Smith’s work-life balance, the Desmond Bane trade, Shohei Ohtani’s return to the mound, J.J. Spaun’s US Open win, more Brad Marchand heroics, and the utterly unbelievable upset from the World Cup of Darts. PLUS, former GM of the Phoenix Suns Ryan McDonough joins the show to interview Isabella about the Knicks’ open Head Coaching position. Will Isabella get the job?

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that won't be shaking DeMarcus Cousins' hand. Today, Katie recaps her trip to Barclays Center to watch the Liberty, the highs of Ellie, Coco Gauff, and the in-game experience, and the lows of the popcorn. Then, Katie and the Casualties discuss Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Australian meat pies, whether turning the White Sox into winners would be enough to qualify for sainthood, Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching, the mystery language of baseball acronyms, Venmo etiquette, bear season, the beginning of the inaugural AUSL season, and the search for the world's only loveable Florida Panthers fan.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that's still on stop one of the Taco Bell 50k. Today, Katie stands up for transgender athletes of all ages and lauds Simone Biles for being an ally in addition to being a GOAT. Then, Katie and the team get into the forehands, backhands, bloops, and beer limits of an all-time classic French Open final, Doris Burke, Rick Carlisle, more Tyrese Haliburton history and the start of the NBA Finals, Brad Marchand and the Stanley Cup, and an argument over whether Paul Maurice is actually funny, the Women's College World Series, Aaron Rodgers signing with a new team on his* own terms, Jazz Chisholm living Katie's worst nightmare during Sunday Night Baseball, Roman Anthony's big league debut and a conversation about how long is a normal amount of time to drive before your butt falls asleep, new American darts heroes, Omaha dreams, and finding DAZN for the FIFA Club World Cup. PLUS, Dalen Cuff of SiriusXM's College Sports Radio joins Katie [53:14] to explain just how college sports actually works now, after the latest judicial rulings about paying players.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

Hello! It's that gol-darn sports podcast. Today, Katie and the Casualties discuss Babe Ruth, Shohei Ohtani, and the long history of disappointment in sports, the Oilers' Game One win over BOBROVSKYYY in the Stanley Cup Finals, and potential replacements for Tom Thibodeau on the Knicks bench, before diving into listener voicemails on hockey patriotism, the French Open, the Rockies' hot streak amidst ongoing biblical badness, LAFC, Filipino Night at Dodger Stadium, and iconic tandem gravel biking, before asking - "Did you see THAT?" during an INSANE week of college softball action.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that will forever hold a grudge against Jeffrey Maier. Today, Katie opens up the floor for Producer Isabella to vent about her beloved Knicks losing in the Eastern Conference Finals to the Pacers, before touching on the end of “Inside the NBA” that’s not really the end at all, the passing of “Sports Science” host John Brenkus, Luke Littler’s loss in the Premier League Darts final, the cockiest spelling bee contestant of all time, and celebratory fires in Paris. Then, Boston's-own Jared Carrabis (39:50), host of Baseball is Dead and Section 10, joins Katie for a special live show from the WBUR Festival in Boston to talk through all things Boston sports, the fledgling Colorado Rockies, potholes across Boston, walks of shame, Dodger Dogs, and surly Bruins goalies.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that has always claimed Hailee Steinfeld as one of its own. Today, the host of "Pablo Torre Finds Out", Pablo Torre joins Katie [5:08] to talk about the never-ending cycle/scandal of Belichick-Hudson news, the Thunder blowing out the Timberwolves on their way to the NBA Finals, the Knicks' premature celebration, the awkward state of both Jim Dolan stans and KAT impressions, the illogical beauty of New York firefighters, the unsupportable hot streak of the Florida Panthers, Isabella and Pablo's Mount Rushmore of Filipino Athletes, Tom Brady's Hall of Excellence and the definition of "museum", Michael Jordan's return to TV, the Caitlin Clark discourse, the small group of true "appointment viewing" athletes today, the end of Around the Horn, and the beginning of Pablo's OnlyFans career. Maybe. And REMEMBER! Casuals is on the road for a live episode THIS SATURDAY 5/31 at the WBUR Festival in Boston. For tickets, head to WBURFestival.org and use promo code "Casuals"

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that's now officially coined the phrase "Pop a Mooner". Today, Katie and the Casualties welcome the Larry O'Brien Trophy into the studio for a LIVE (albeit silent) appearance, and break down the ethics of milk chugging as a televised celebration, crashing out in more ways than one, the NBA Playoffs and Isabella learning the anxiety of rooting for a playoff team in real time, her weekend trip to Citi Field to see Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani, the Orioles' three-game winning streak following Melanie Newman's concussion, and whether a bottle of wine is reeeeeaally the right apology gift, the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the WNBA, the PWHL, Austin Hays, and your weekly darts update. Then, Metta World Peace [53:07] joins the show to break down the NBA Playoffs, his career with the Pacers in light of growing up a New Yorker, why the 90's NBA style is BACK, his support of Papa Haliburton being banned, SGA being a potential GOAT, and his picks for the two series.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast taking you courtside between Hamm and Chalamet. Today, Katie picks the world's new worst advertising slogan, before comedian and New York Knicks superfan Sam Morril joins the show to discuss the atmosphere at Madison Square Garden last night as the Pacers came back to win Game One, yet another painful playoff loss for Stavros Halkias, the problems with one specific ref, the absurd pricetag of Sam's ticket, the shot, the celebration, the utter disdain for Reggie Miller, Sam's best stories of Giannis, Latrell Sprewell, and the New York Liberty, Timothée Chalamet living his best life, life as a Giants fan, drinking with the New York Rangers, flag football in the Olympics, and the survival of the Tush Push.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that also might not hustle so hard if it had $765 million over the next 15 years. Today, Katie laments the end of the Celtics' season, Isabella enjoys the temporary glee of being a Knicks fan, and the team breaks down the nostalgia of the Knicks-Pacers' rivalry, when a vulgar t-shirt slogan becomes a fineable offense, the OKC Thunder's surprisingly deep fan bench, Nikola Jokic's beer season, the slim difference between drinking in celebration and drinking in sorrow, another sad exit for Leafs fans in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and why Brad Marchand's kind words DID NOT HELP, the curse of Bieber, the curse of Drake, the curse of Katy Perry, and the curse of going into space for no reason, Opening Weekend of the WNBA season and Kelsey Plum giving Isabella an education she didn't know she needed, the Mystics coming out of the gates hot, the infinite problems with the public discourse surrounding Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, Jose Alvarado's suspension, Clayton Kershaw's return, Yankees fans' refusal to quit Juan Soto, Scottie Scheffler and the fault in our jugs, why we all need more Terry Francona, and what should be on your TV for the rest of the week.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that always believed in Luke Kornet. Today, Katie and Isabella discuss the Celtics refusing to go down in the NBA Playoffs and how Isabella's italian ice can be blamed for the Knicks loss, plus Timothée Chalamet's sweat glands, the latest in the NHL and why Pete Rose not like us. Then, Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee, Team USA Managing Director, and host of the all-new "Bird's Eye View" Sue Bird joins the show to preview the start of the 2025 WNBA season, the Liberty as defending champions, the Lynx revenge tour, the new-look Aces, the rebuilt Storm, the infinite possibilities for Caitlin Clark in 2025 and why comparisons for Paige Bueckers may not be fair, why the Sky will surprise you, why the Valkyries will entertain you, the upcoming CBA negotiations, and endless stories of dicey air travel, the 1986 Mets, and the ice in Diana Taurasi's veins. Follow Bird’s Eye View on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that will happily tank any season if the hashtag is catchy enough #CAPTURETHEFLAGG. Today, Katie breaks down the Red Sox' continued mistreatment of Rafael Devers, then comedian/actor/podcast SNL writer Carl Tart joins the show to talk NBA Draft Lottery and the impossible redemption of the Mavericks, his Clippers fandom, the NBA Playoffs and a letdown for Celtics fans, Cardi B and Stefon Diggs soft launching at the Knicks game, a Denver Nuggets conspiracy theory, Anthony Edwards as his role model, Tyrese Haliburton's revenge tour, the latest Giannis rumors, Golden Corral in the south, donuts in LA, and roast beef in Boston, Derek Carr and the temporary sadness of the Saints' QB room, and the newfound holiness of the Chicago White Sox.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that knows it's weird to say "Red Sock" but deal with it. Today, Katie and the gang break down the single worst word used in the coverage of the conclave, the repeat ending of Knicks-Celtics Game Two, whether the Celtics can claw back, and whether Isabella can take full credit for this run by the Knicks, Paul Pierce walking through LA, Tyrese Haliburton walking through Cleveland, the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the return of the world's greatest Leafs fan, the Ravens disingenuous statement about the release of Justin Tucker, Aaron Rodgers and our inability to not say his name, the Utah Mammoth and the crisis of awkward sports team names from Gargoyles to Booty Divers, hot dogs, space, Trump's College Sports Commission, A REALTIME LOOK AT THE UNVEILING OF THE NEW POPE, and a gentle segue into AI voices and Grand Theft Auto.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast with much respect for Secretariat. On today's extremely long episode, Katie and the gang discuss the Knicks' thrilling win over the Celtics, the grunts emanating from the Nolan household during the Nuggets game, and the rest of the NBA Playoffs, the Jets reminding us all why we love playoff hockey, the best-dressed athletes of the Met Gala, the luckiest horses of the 2025 Kentucky Derby and a defense of Livvy Dunne, and the most thorough guide for wagering on the 2025 papacy that you'll find anywhere. You want betting content? This is what you get. Then, Jimmy O'Brien and Jake Storiale of Jomboy Media stop by to talk about their favorite viral moments of the first quarter of the MLB season, Aaron Judge's hot start and why Katie still can't love him, Yankee Stadium vs. Fenway Park, Triston Casas' injury and the need for a double bag, and an in-depth look at which baseball team your moon sign says you should be rooting for.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that only occasionally desecrates its pants in the name of Lord Stanley. Today, Katie and the crew discuss the continued fallout from Bill Belichick's completely normal CBS interview, break down the Lakers' series loss to the Timberwolves and a possible end for Lebron (no way), lament stadiums pricing fans out of tickets, and follow up on the Shedeur Sanders prank call saga. Then, DJ Bean and Pete Blackburn of “What Chaos” join the show to provide an update on each series in the NHL Playoffs, PLUS explain what the President’s Trophy curse is, why the narrative of the return of handsome Landeskog is getting boring, why a Dallas Stars fan has been removed from society, and celebrate a number of hockey-adjacent storylines including Korean senior citizens playing harmonica, women with kazoos, and an overly generous Oilers fan.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that would try to befriend the gorilla instead of fighting it. Today, Katie breaks down the alarming trend of Major League Baseball gender reveals, then former SNL writer and "Harley Quinn" co-showrunner Katie Rich joins [15:25] to get into the mind-boggling Bill Belichick interview on CBS Sunday and why refusing to talk about how he and his girlfriend met was the WORST move, the NFL Draft and the Mel Kiper meltdown spectacle, lazy prank calls, Shedeur Sanders, Will Campbell as the most trusted lineman ever, Tyler Shough and the goodest draft dog ever, why we can't help but root for the Lakers this year, the vibes of the 2025 Cubs, Devin Williams, Tommy Pham, Brandon Beane, Australian DJs, the precautionary tale Lufkin, TX Weedster Bunny, and why you need to take a look at Harley Quinn and Kite Man. Hell yeah.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that can hold it in through an entire Nate Bargatze set. On today's episode, Katie breaks down the NFL Draft's inexplicably high spot in the sporting event hierarchy, then American sports uncle Kenny Mayne [13:22] joins the show to talk about his NYC comedy show, his documentary on besting Ken Griffey Jr at Wiffle Ball, the errors on his Wikipedia page, his Sportscenter history, his ESPN exit, his deleted scenes with Amy Schumer, his history of sports injuries, his work with veterans, WHY SPORTS ARE THE BEST, Sigur Ros, life as a garbageman, the Seahawks' draft needs, comedy show etiquette, the Golden Bachelor, the Departed Volunteer, the Zombie SuperSonics, Instagram, Mina Kimes, the Spice Girls, and a final invite to the Peoples Improv Theater in NYC. It's a lot, and you're going to LOVE IT.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that knows the right way to pronounce Stankoven. Today, Katie breaks down the strategy of a Jeopardy! buzzer, how not to watch gory movies with a spouse, why you should care about Luka, Tatum, SGA, and the NBA Playoffs, Nico Harrison and new ways for GMs to become less self-aware, Max Friend's no-hitter and the ethics of doxxing a scorekeeper, WrestleMania 41 and believing in Joe Hendry, John Cena, Drake, and a casual's guide to water cooler talk about the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that gets all of our fashion inspo from Bill Belichick. On today’s episode, Katie laments the use of AI on social media and auto-tune in live performances. Then, Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (12:55) joins the show to talk about his chance meeting with Dan Soder, the players in the league he loves to watch, how he was able to break the Justin Fields to the Jets news, his take on the torpedo bats, which stadiums he HATES playing in, all the different machinations of fantasy leagues that he plays in, WrestleMania, CBA Negotiations, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that never feels like a plastic bag drifting in the wind. On today's episode, Katie breaks down the extraterrestrial cringe of Katy Perry's brief trip to the suburbs of space, then comedian Jon Gabrus [14:11] joins to talk about rugby, darts, and how he could benefit the LA Olympics, Rory McIlroy's Masters win and what that means to all of your father-in-laws, cell phone etiquette in 2025, the Islanders selling the same tickets twice, the Savannah Bananas, the Harlem Globetrotters and whether Yankee Stadium does indeed suck, JD Vance, suggestive football trophies, and couch lore, a deep dive on Temptation Island and the multiple Wahlbergs, Shedeur Sanders, the Giants, and the NFL Draft, and some final thoughts from Wendy's on the Katstronaut.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that can absolutely do the splits between two trucks. Today, Katie questions Big Deodorant about the new fad of full body. Then, Abby Roque and Jessie Eldridge from the New York Sirens [10:01] stop by the studio to talk about the growing league that is the PWHL, the feeling of scoring a Michigan goal, drinking around the world at EPCOT, the Hockey Nap, Alexander Ovechkin’s scoring record, warm pretzels, eating during games, the best movies involving ice sports ever, and the funniest hockey slang words. Enjoy the show, ya pigeons!

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that isn't afraid to still be on fleek in 2025. Today, Katie breaks down her most joyful weekend of sports since the time before times, then comedian Rae Sanni [12:33] stops by to talk March Madness, Paige Bueckers, Duke White Lotus memes, Jaylen Brown and angry gamblers, Pro Stars, hockey stars, Alexander Ovechkin and Juicy J, Chelsea Handler's hygiene reveals, why you might care about The Masters, Stephen A. Smith's current polling numbers, and Young Money Bill Belichick.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that thinks Dottie Henson would never have dropped the ball on purpose. Today, we reach back into the MAILBAG! to answer your pressing questions about the Mt. Rushmore of women's single-game performances, a guide for when it's OK to abandon a fandom, a eulogy for Val Kilmer, gaming, nicknaming, general fan shaming, dueling spousal fandoms, physical violence over air conditioning terminology, and whether it's better to have over-meddling sports team management, or no meddle at all. Plus much much more. BONUS CONTENT! Katie and Isabella's official breakdown of the Skenes-Livvy GQ photo shoot coming soon to youtube.com/katienolan

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that will fight for the freedom to prank after Noon. Today, Katie expresses her love for American figure skating sensation Alysa Liu, then comedian Gianmarco Soresi joins to break down the existence of March Madness, Hailey Van Lith's Dad's Dad Energy, the outsiders' view of Fanatics and torpedo bats, the terror for a theater kid of being invited to throw a first pitch, an in-depth look at the Lebron-Stephen A. Smith tea, Morgan Wallen's publicity stunt at SNL, and an actual sports team called The Predators, plus so much more.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that can sit cross-legged all day long. Today, Katie criticizes all of society on her way through Assassin's Creed: Shadows. Then USWNT forward Midge Purce [8:07] joins Casuals to talk about recovering from her ACL tear and how a return to the pitch could be IMMINENT, ponder whether the NWSL is too nice, tease the next season of Offseason, explain how the fight for equal pay is being misunderstood, declare her love of spicy fiction novels and shopping on Canal Street, reveal just how rowdy Harvard dorm parties really get, and reminisce about "old" kids TV shows. But not "Pepper Ann" old. That's OLD.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that's already downed six Polish Cannonballs by Noon. Today, Katie breaks down the first weekend of March Madness, a sad night for JuJu Watkins, the Yass Queen buzzer beater, Barkley, Bjorn Born, and the 20th anniversary of Boom Goes the Dynamite, plus Ovechkin's chase for history and a handful of mascots gone wild. Then, Dani Wexelman [32:32] joins to determine the single most exciting aspect of the start of the 2025 Major League Baseball season, bracket-style. Is it the hope for the Red Sox? The dread for the Yankees? Paul Skenes' mustache? Shohei Ohtani's dog? A helmet full of tiramisu? Click through to find out.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that has Texas ATM going all the way. Today, Katie and the Casuals Crew pop a nooner for March Madness, and break down whether or not the Boston Celtics were just sold to a Southie bank robber, the latest disaster for the Dallas Mavericks, Aaron Rodgers holding the NFL hostage, the latest development in NFL ball-rubbing rules, the intriguing lives of professional mascots, the Ben Shelton/Trinity Rodman romance, Happy Gilmore 2, Clueless 2, the opening of baseball season in Japan, and Scottie Scheffler's hand-picked chili-heavy menu for the Masters Champions Dinner. PLUS (1:02:00) our BEST predictions for the Severance Season Two finale.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that will never steal your wombat. Today, Katie breaks down the latest on the NFL quarterback carousel, asks which alt metal band damaged the Chicago Bulls' championship banners THIS week, and debates the value of snorting the third base line in celebration. Then, comedian Michelle Wolf [16:13] joins to talk about her career as an ultra-marathoner, the "pain cave" and what kind of a psycho would run 50 miles at a time, the lit American distance-running scene, baton crimes and media cycles, March Madness and the controversy pitting UNC's athletic director against the governor of West Virginia, Bill Belichick and yoga with his boo, Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump, why golf may or may not be a sport, and where women in general stand on the scoreboard of March 2025. Plus so much more. TO SUPPORT THE CAUSE of getting Griff II and live bulldogs everywhere to the NCAA Tournament, please visit: https://bit.ly/4ibWE9d Follow Michelle Wolf on PUNCHUP HERE: https://punchup.live/michellewolf

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that can now find Creighton on a map. Today, Katie and good friend Charlotte Wilder of "The Sports Gossip Show" take a whole episode to break down just what is the BEST aspect of March Madness, bracket-style! Hear Katie and Charlotte discuss bracket-building strategy, Cinderellas, mascots, and buzzer beaters, as well as sketchy yacht clubs, fake Luther Vandrosses, and rizzed-up cartoon foxes. Find out just what is the one shining moment of the March Madness fan experience, and why it absolutely isn't "One Shining Moment". You don't need to know teams, players, or where Purdue is. Just pop a nooner and enjoy the ride.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that always puts the second A in ANGELS. Today, Katie bids an emotional farewell to the heart and soul of the Bruins, Brad Marchand, and an emotional "**** You" to his new teammates with the Florida Panthers. Then, Katie and the Casuals crew get into the story of the day and the most vulgar hats MLB has ever produced, NFL Free Agency, small-handed kings, the draft legend of Laremy Tunsil's gas mask, and Sam Darnold's Finding Nemo comp, crowded penalty boxes, injured Mavericks, bribing refs, and the question of WHY IS KATY PERRY GOING TO SPACE. The caps were necessary. PLUS, everything you could possibly need to know heading into college basketball's conference championships.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast that will never raise ticket prices for marquee games. Today, Katie and the crew break down Houston Dynamo’s Twitter statement after Lionel Messi didn’t dress for their match-up. Then, Olympic gold medalist and author Jordan Chiles (13:39) joins the show to talk about her new book “I’m That Girl”, as well as her incredible season at UCLA, how she began her gymnastics career, the pressure of taking over for Simone Biles in 2021, the heart break of getting her Bronze Medal taken away from her in 2024, and all the issues that she has had to deal with throughout her entire career.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

Hello! It's the podcast that will never turn heel in Toronto. Today, Katie breaks down why bad people love to defend disgraced baseballer Pete Rose, then comedian Joe List [12:47] joins to the show to involuntarily discuss his favorite lists, and talk about his dip into sports news when Travis Kelce stole his joke verbatim before the Super Bowl, the curse of the Dallas Mavericks and what happens when franchises act like they hate their fans, Paul George's podcasting hiatus and the dangers of listening to your partner's podcast, John Cena's attack on Cody Rhodes at the WWE event on Saturday, baseball players lying about their height, and Joe's surprise that we've never heard the heroic tales of his Little League career. See Joe List Live - https://punchup.live/joe-list/tickets

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

Hello! It’s the podcast too risk averse to become subway dancers. Today, Katie and the crew celebrate the career of Diana Taurasi after she announced her retirement earlier this week. Then, they give parenting advice to Producer Chris in the wake of his daughters Australian football fandom coming under threat, explain what the Hell the NFL Combine actually is and why it (maybe) matters, dive into all the chaos that is the NFLPA Report Card, debate the right and wrong ways for Alex Ovechkin to break the NHL scoring record, and break down the Alabama Barker/Bhad Bhabie Beef, plus the murders of Fantasia, adult cavities, Australian beer, and so much more.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

Hello! It's the podcast we'd never trade for a Tahoe. Today, Katie tells you why Timothée Chalamet may be this generation's greatest sports star, then The Kid Mero joins the show (7:48) to break down the Yankee fan's perspective on seeing Juan Soto move across town to the Mets, why Soto may have gone too low in bartering for his new jersey number, and how the Yankees may fare in their first season with legal beards, PLUS Tenet, parenting, self-driving cars, buying Uncrustables in bulk, the potential repeal of the Tush Push, Steve Smith Jr's dirty talk, Stephen A. Smith's presidential bid, hockey, hot mics, hoops, Rick Pitino, Gary Sanchez, and a eulogy for the bygone American institution of Hooters. PLUS PLUS, Luka, Will Power, and the 2025 Academy Awards. Love you. Mean it. Watch The Kid Mero on 7pm in Brooklyn: https://www.youtube.com/@7PMinBrooklyn Watch Victory Light: https://www.youtube.com/@accordingtothekid

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Hello! It’s a mailbag! Katie takes you through the sports news of the day surrounding Victor Wembanyama, Justin Tucker, sports star robberies, a new team name fan vote, and the Red Sox saying yes to two dates to the same dance. Then, prepare (23:00) - we’re unloading the full bag of e-mail and voicemail from “Casuals” fans, tackling how to choose a team, where to watch a Super Bowl, what to steal from your favorite stadium, Mojitos, Kendrick, and sentient bed orientation… and much much more. Love you. Mean it.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Hello! Welcome to the podcast that only boos national anthems based on performance merit. Today, comedian and writer Jay Jurden stops by (13:14) to discuss hockey fights, US-Canada relations, and his love of the 4 Nations tournament, Mac McClung winning his third straight slam dunk contest during Black History Month, Victor Wembanyama finding loopholes, and Kevin Hart making enemies during All-Star Week, Tyreek Hill racing Noah Lyles, Donald Trump’s takeover of the Daytona 500, and Frankie Muniz’s foothold as the most successful child-star-turned-racecar-driver in history. PLUS, Jay breaks down SNL50, Katie reacts to the return of Jonathan Martin, and you find out more than you ever thought you’d know about competitive darts.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

Hello! Today, we hope you dance. Katie welcomes SNL cast member Heidi Gardner (15:27) to the "Casuals" set to talk about her Super Bowl heartbreak as a diehard Chiefs fan, which anti-Chiefs narratives she hates, her dream job with the Chiefs organization, Travis Kelce, Josh Allen, and the most Midwestern way possible to trash talk famous Eagles fans. Plus, Katie and Heidi chat all things Saturday Night Live in the lead-up to this weekend's SNL50 celebration, including the schedule, the sleep, Beavis, Butthead, Beyoncé, and attempting small talk with Elon Musk.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

Hello! Welcome to the podcast that survived a Super Bowl party in Philly. Today, Katie ponders what happens when Swifties experience sports heartbreak for the first time, and calls for empathy and support. Then Mina Kimes joins the show (10:58) to break down Nelly, the Chainsmokers, and a wild week of Super Bowl Parties in New Orleans, score bugs, Tom Brady, and FOX's presentation of the game, and then eventually the game itself. Who better than Mina to contextualize the greatness of the Eagles' defensive performance, and Saquon Barkley's record-setting season? Plus, Katie and Mina get into celebrity girlfriends for Cooper DeJean, early Gatorade baths, sad Super bowl exit outfits, Kendrick Lamar, BlueSky, MVP votes, Aaron Rodgers, following the Philadelphia police scanner postgame, and how Chad Johnson claims to have added the "double ocho" - eight inches for $8,000. Seriously. And we can't forget, Super Bowl Bingo recap.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

The Super Bowl is only a few days away! Katie and the crew discuss the NFL Referees Association's defense against the accusations of collusion, break down expectations for Tom Brady ahead of his Super Bowl broadcasting debut, explain what exactly makes a likeable quarterback, introduce the categories for the Casuals 2025 Super Bowl Bingo Board, and chat about the Jimmy Butler trade to the Warriors. Then, Katie takes us behind the scenes of Celebrity Jeopardy, and gives advice on team allegiances in today’s Mailbag segment.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

It’s Super Bowl week, and the only thing anyone wants to talk about is…NBA trades? Sports commentator Mike Golic Jr. jumps on the show [9:12] live from Radio Row to talk about the pop culture equivalent of the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade, why it’s difficult to find new narratives for this Super Bowl matchup, how Mike fared against Joey Chestnut in an eating competition, and why a piece of jewelry was the biggest takeaway from this year's Grammy Awards.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Hello! It's a glorious Thursday episode with more Doechii than Super Bowl talk. Katie and the production team dive into Jimmy Butler's disintegrating relationship with the Miami Heat, how things for the NBA superstar got to where they are, and what the NBA could look like after next week's trade deadline, Bronny James' struggles with the Lakers and the pressures of working for your Dad's company, Naomi Girma's record-breaking move OUT of the NWSL, Caitlin Clark turning down the NBA's Three-Point Shootout and why it's the right move, trash cans full of popcorn, the Paul brothers disappointing Katie yet AGAIN, Utah hockey names, and a full set of picks for this weekend's top Grammy categories. PLUS [58:10], Katie sits down with new Golden State Valkyries Head Coach Natalie Nakase to talk about her unique rise to a top job in the WNBA, her approach to building her roster, her career, her family, her idols, and her role as a role model for both young girls and adults.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

Dan Soder is here! Recording a less fur-ridden podcast. On today's episode, Katie and Dan (9:04) react to the Chiefs reaching a third straight Super Bowl with a healthy dose of fundamental hatred, break down their own trip to the Super Bowl as a couple, and allow Commanders fans to bask in the schadenfreude of an angry Dan Snyder, despite heading home. Hear Katie and Dan take a look at the NFL's head coaching hires, Liam Coen's attempt at human communication, and Jerry Jones' public love of glory holes, then catch Dan's take on how the Pirates fell victim to Father Time and a lack of puberty, and how Drake may not have a very fun Super Bowl Sunday. Plus, Katie has a few thoughts on Super Bowl ads, and Super Bowl ads for Super Bowl ads. Listen/Subscribe to Dan's podcast "Soder": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soder/id1716617572 Watch Dan's Comedy Special "Dan Soder: On the Road": https://www.youtube.com/@DanSoder

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

She's back! Katie Nolan returns for Episode Two with Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf, as they celebrate the announcement of their involvement in Roku's Great American Baking Show: Big Game Special (9:12). Hear Katie and DK break down DK's current relationship (Normani) as well his relationship with his ex (Pete Carroll), what The Art of War taught him about how to strategically attempt to finish The Art of War, his picks for this weekend's playoff games and why he's NOT bugging his friends about it, his favorite stat, his favorite culinary TV host, his favorite candy this month, Budda Baker, The Miz, his father, his charity work, and why Katie is absolutely not allowed to make career decisions for him. PLUS whatever else is on Katie's mind.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

Hey look! It’s a sports podcast that doesn’t hate you. On the debut episode of “Casuals”, Katie Nolan sits down with comedian/actor/podcaster Stavros Halkias to break down the weekend in the NFL Playoffs, Notre Dame’s moral victory on coaching handsomeness, the debate of whether snow football is actually good, Greek basketball stars, Greek yogurt, and 12 hours of life without TikTok.

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

Interested in the world of sports, but find most sports content unrelatable and too obsessed with stats? Katie Nolan is here to help turn sports from homework back into recess.

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025