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About Bench Talk Sports
2 guys with subpar sports takes
- Publisher
- Jesus Amaya
- Category
- sports
- Language
- en
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- No
- First episode
- 14 Jan 2026
- Latest episode
- 12 Jun 2026
Latest episodes
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12 Jun 2026
BenchTalk WorldCup Edition
The conversation kicks off with excitement and anticipation for the World Cup, discussing the energy and vibes of the host country. The hosts express their enthusiasm for the upcoming games and the unique experience of watching the World Cup on US soil. They also share their thoughts on the USA's chances in the tournament and the significance of hosting the World Cup. The conversation then transitions to a detailed analysis of Group D, discussing the teams and their potential performance in the group stage. Finally, the hosts review the Mexico vs. South Africa game, sharing their observations and opinions on the match. The conversation covers the creation of a dream soccer team, standout World Cup players, sleepers and stinkers, golden boot predictions, golden glove, and the World Cup winner. The hosts engage in a lively discussion about their predictions and preferences for the upcoming World Cup. The conversation covers discussions on World Cup manager nationalities, fan base expectations, hot takes and predictions, and the impact of the World Cup on Bench Talk. The hosts engage in a lively exchange of opinions and insights related to these themes, providing a comprehensive exploration of the upcoming World Cup and its implications for the podcast. Takeaways Excitement and anticipation for the World Cup Analysis of the USA's World Cup hopes Detailed discussion of Group D and its teams Review of the Mexico vs. South Africa game Discussion on dream team selection Insights into standout World Cup players Predictions for golden boot and golden glove Opinions on the potential World Cup winner World Cup manager nationalities influence team performance Fan base expectations vary by country and can impact the atmosphere of the tournament Hot takes and predictions add excitement and anticipation to the World Cup The World Cup has a significant impact on the content and engagement of the Bench Talk podcast Chapters 00:00 World Cup Excitement 06:32 Group D Analysis 18:02 Mexico vs. South Africa 24:35 Building the Dream Team 34:09 Golden Boot Predictions 46:15 World Cup Manager Nationality 52:50 Hot Takes and Predictions 01:01:37 Impact of World Cup on Bench Talk
1 May 2026
BenchTalk Draft Special
Skip to 4:00 to miss audio issues, sorry it did not sync! The conversation covers a range of topics including a light-hearted discussion about a mustache roast, sports news and scandals, post-draft predictions, and detailed recaps of the Jets and Titans drafts. The hosts share their insights and opinions on the draft picks, potential impact on the teams, and the overall draft strategy. The conversation covers predictions and hype for upcoming games, analysis of the Dolphins' draft, comparisons between quarterbacks, discussions on sports curses and heritage, and a debate on the fan experience of different sports. The hosts also touch on the Chiefs' draft and Mahomes' injury, as well as the MLB TikTok controversy. The conversation delves into the comparison of fan experiences in different sports, particularly MMA and baseball, and the unique aspects of attending live sports events. It also explores the allure of baseball as a family-friendly and inclusive sport, the stadium experience in baseball compared to other sports, and the proposal for a sports debate episode. Additionally, the discussion includes plans for attending various professional sports games, dream guests for the podcast, and early predictions for the 2030 Super Bowl. The conversation covers a range of topics including NFL team divisions and picks, fantasy football frustrations, NBA and NHL playoffs, player behavior, and podcast updates. The hosts also discuss league expansion and planning for fantasy football punishment. Takeaways Mustache roast banter Discussion of sports news and scandals Insights into post-draft predictions Detailed recaps of the Jets and Titans drafts Insightful analysis of the Dolphins' draft picks Debate on the fan experience of different sports The impact of crowd energy on the viewing experience The unique social and aesthetic aspects of attending a baseball game Insights into fantasy football frustrations and reflections Discussion on NBA and NHL playoffs and player behavior Chapters 00:00 The Mustache Roast 08:44 Jets Draft Recap 17:22 Titans Draft Recap 23:42 Predictions and Hype 29:40 AFC East Predictions 36:02 Chiefs' Draft and Mahomes' Injury 43:26 Fan Experience Debate 49:27 Debating the Best Live Sports Experience 56:01 Dream Guests for the Podcast 01:01:32 Predicting the 2030 Super Bowl 01:07:06 Fantasy Football Team Lineup 01:12:39 Final Thoughts and Podcast Updates
23 Apr 2026
BenchTalk Returns PT2
The conversation covers a range of topics including NBA playoffs, series predictions, MLB fantasy baseball, fan experience, and controversies in sports ownership. The hosts discuss game outcomes, player performances, and share predictions for various playoff series. They also delve into the MLB fantasy league, fan experiences at baseball games, and express disappointment with the decisions of sports team owners. Additionally, they touch on international sports coverage and controversies in sports ownership. The conversation covered a range of sports topics, including Arsenal's missed opportunity, NHL playoff predictions, NFL draft preparations, predictions for the NFL draft, teams in prime position for a successful draft, and anticipation for upcoming sports events. The hosts also discussed the implications of Arsenal's loss to Manchester City, made predictions for the Stanley Cup winner, and shared their excitement for the World Cup and other upcoming sports events. Takeaways Insightful NBA playoff predictions MLB fantasy league strategies Importance of fan experience in sports Controversies in sports ownership Arsenal's loss to Manchester City was a missed opportunity Anticipation for the upcoming World Cup and other sports events Chapters 00:00 NBA Playoffs: Knicks vs. Hawks 05:08 NBA Playoff Contenders and Upsets 18:42 Arsenal Gunner Owner and International Sports 25:30 NHL Playoff Predictions 39:26 NFL Draft Predictions
22 Mar 2026
Stateside Touchline Episode 6: Carabao Cup Final
The conversation covers a range of topics including the analysis of recent Champions League results, a preview of Arsenal's upcoming Carabao Cup final, and an analysis of the relegation battles in the Premier League. The discussion provides insights into the performance of various teams and the potential outcomes of key matches. The conversation covers Arsenal's performance and prospects, predictions for the Carabao Cup final, and a game segment on Champions League players' ratings. Takeaways Champions League results and analysis Arsenal's upcoming Carabao Cup final Relegation battles in the Premier League Arsenal's performance and prospects Predictions for the Carabao Cup final Chapters 00:00 Champions League Analysis 32:15 Arsenal's Carabao Cup Final 44:18 Predictions for the Carabao Cup Final 49:47 Champions League: Perfectly Rated, Overrated, Underrated
19 Mar 2026
Benchtalk: March Madness Edition
The conversation delves into March Madness bracket predictions, analyzing team matchups and potential upsets. The hosts discuss their picks for the East, South, and West regions, highlighting key matchups and sharing insights into their bracket selections. The conversation delves into March Madness predictions, highlighting key matchups and team analyses. It also features a discussion on a standout player to watch and the nightmare scenario of a specific team winning the tournament. The conversation covers the topics of the college basketball transfer portal and the payment of high school players through NIL laws. The hosts discuss the potential impact of these developments on the world of basketball and the challenges associated with them. Takeaways March Madness bracket predictions Analysis of team matchups and potential upsets March Madness predictions Player to watch Nightmare team to win College basketball transfer portal Paying high school players NIL Chapters 00:00 March Madness Bracket Predictions 17:03 South Region Bracket Analysis 23:34 West Region Bracket Analysis 32:52 Player to Watch 42:44 Nightmare Team to Win 49:55 College Basketball Transfer Portal
13 Mar 2026
Benchtalk Episode 6: NFL Free Agency Chaos
The episode covers a range of topics including NFL free agency, Kobe's father's 83-point game, and the impact of various player signings. The hosts also discuss the potential of quarterbacks like Kyler Murray and Daniel Jones, as well as the fantasy implications of free agency moves. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including NFL free agency, potential trades, the Players Championship, and upcoming sports events. The hosts also discuss their picks for upcoming games and tournaments, as well as their predictions for the NFL Draft and March Madness. Takeaways NFL free agency has led to significant player movements and has sparked excitement for the upcoming season. The impact of player signings on teams and the potential of quarterbacks like Kyler Murray and Daniel Jones are key discussion points. NFL free agency and potential trades are a major focus of the conversation. The hosts share their picks and predictions for upcoming games, tournaments, and sports events. Chapters 00:00 Fantasy Implications of Free Agency Moves 47:33 Additional Picks and Predictions for Upcoming Games and Tournaments
7 Mar 2026
Stateside Touchline Episode 4: Premier League Hot Takes
The conversation covers two main themes: Champions League draw predictions and notable bottle job moments in football history. The first theme explores the hosts' predictions for the Champions League draw, discussing various matchups and their expectations for the outcomes. The second theme delves into memorable bottle job moments in football, highlighting specific incidents and players who have experienced significant failures on the field. The conversation delves into the tactical evolution in football, the impact of player performance and form, and the controversy surrounding set pieces. It explores the changing dynamics of the game, the influence of player form on team performance, and the debate around set piece tactics and refereeing decisions. The conversation covers the topics of VAR and set pieces in soccer, as well as player ratings and hot takes. The hosts discuss the involvement of goalkeepers in set pieces, the use of VAR in soccer, and share their opinions on the ratings of various players in the sport. Takeaways Champions League Draw Predictions Notable Bottle Job Moments Tactical Evolution Player Performance Set Piece Controversy VAR and set pieces in soccer Player ratings and hot takes Chapters 00:00 Champions League Draw Predictions 12:32 Notable Bottle Job Moments 20:53 Tactical Evolution in Football 26:28 Player Performance and Form 43:38 Set Piece Controversy
5 Mar 2026
Disputed UFC 326: The BMF Title Beckons
The conversation covers the predictions for the UFC 326 main card, highlighting the diverse range of fighters and matchups. Additionally, the discussion delves into the history and statistics of fighters, providing interesting insights into their performance. The conversation covers pre-fight banter, parlay picks, and analysis of UFC 326 matchups. The hosts engage in playful banter and provide insights into the upcoming UFC event, sharing their parlay picks and discussing the potential outcomes of the matchups. Takeaways UFC 326 features a diverse range of fighters and matchups The history and statistics of fighters can provide interesting insights into their performance UFC 326 Parlay Picks Analysis of UFC 326 Matchups Chapters 00:00 UFC 326 Main Card Predictions 19:55 Fighter Statistics and History 34:58 Pre-Fight Banter and Parlay Picks 48:21 UFC 326 Matchup Analysis
20 Feb 2026
Stateside Touchline Episode 3: The Bottle Begins
The conversation covers a range of topics including the struggles of the Italian league, talent development, transfer scenarios, and media criticism of Arsenal. It also delves into the pressure on Arsenal and the quality of the league, providing insights into the current state of football and the challenges faced by clubs and players. The conversation methodically covers Arsenal's performance and player analysis, Tottenham's form and potential relegation, City's dominance and upcoming fixtures, and highlights from the Champions League. The analysis provides insights into the current state of these teams and their prospects for the future. The conversation covers a Champions League Rewind, a game segment called 'Higher or Lower World Cup Goals Edition', and a segment called 'The Delusion Segment'. The Champions League Rewind discusses recent matches and surprises, while the game segment challenges the participants to guess whether certain players have scored more or fewer World Cup goals than others. The Delusion Segment involves rating various statements on a scale of delusion, sparking engaging discussions. Takeaways Italian League Struggles Pressure on Arsenal Media Criticism of Arsenal Arsenal's performance and player analysis Tottenham's form and potential relegation City's dominance and upcoming fixtures Champions League highlights Champions League Rewind Higher or Lower World Cup Goals Edition The Delusion Segment Chapters 00:00 Pressure on Arsenal and League Quality 33:30 Tottenham's Form and Potential Relegation 45:07 City's Dominance and Upcoming Fixtures 52:15 Higher or Lower World Cup Goals Edition 59:29 The Delusion Segment
19 Feb 2026
BenchTalk Sports Episode 6: Kick Canada out of the Olympics
The conversation covers a range of topics, including the KD Burner Account controversy, a traffic stop and ticket incident, discussion on cool cops and getting out of tickets, burner accounts and professions, CIA podcasts and internet privacy, speculation on KD's burner account authenticity, review of the NBA All-Star Game, Canada curling cheating scandal, and Olympic hockey and breeding elite players. The conversation delves into the ethical implications of burner accounts, the intensity of curling, and the need for elite hockey players in the US. The conversation covers a range of sports-related topics, including exciting sports predictions, the discussion of comeback stories, and anticipation for March Madness. The hosts engage in lively discussions about various sports events, players, and predictions, creating an engaging and entertaining atmosphere for sports enthusiasts. Takeaways KD Burner Account Curling Cheating Scandal Exciting sports predictions Discussion of comeback stories March Madness anticipation Chapters 00:00 The KD Burner Account Controversy 05:48 Burner Accounts and Professions 15:35 Review of the NBA All-Star Game 20:41 Olympic Hockey and Breeding Elite Players 34:42 The Comeback Story of Anthony Kim 41:50 March Madness Anticipation
13 Feb 2026
BenchTalk Episode 5: How to fix the NBA
The conversation covers a range of topics including the Super Bowl, Olympics, NBA's decline, and potential solutions to revive the league. It also delves into the impact of international expansion on sports and the future of the Olympics. The hosts provide a recap of the Super Bowl, discuss the performance of USA Olympic Hockey, and share their predictions for the gold medal. Additionally, they analyze the decline of the NBA and propose solutions to bring back physicality and excitement to the league. The conversation covered the call for defense in the NBA, the desire to revive the authentic summer league vibes, the unique atmosphere of the Waste Management golf tournament, and the advocacy for hockey fights. The discussion highlighted the impact of load management on the NBA product, the need for a more authentic basketball experience, the comparison of golf tournaments, and the nostalgia for old-style hockey. The takeaways include the importance of defense in the NBA, the desire for a more authentic basketball experience, the unique atmosphere of the Waste Management golf tournament, and the advocacy for hockey fights. Takeaways NBA needs to bring back physicality Olympics recap and predictions Defense in NBA Summer League Vibes Waste Management Golf Tournament Hockey Fights Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Recap 06:25 Comparison with Olympics and Other International Sports 11:42 Olympics Recap and Predictions for USA Hockey 18:20 USA Olympic Hockey and Predictions for Gold Medal 31:22 The Call for Defense in NBA 40:28 The Rowdy Atmosphere of Waste Management 53:12 Advocating for Hockey Fights
11 Feb 2026
Stateside Touchline Episode 2: Premier League Title Race is On
The conversation covers the Premier League title race, memorable comebacks, player transfers, and squad depth. It also delves into the FA Cup action and the potential outcomes of key matchups. The conversation covers Premier League predictions, FA Cup preview and analysis, player of the week analysis, and a football trivia game. The hosts discuss their predictions for upcoming matches, analyze the FA Cup matchups, and share their insights on standout players of the week. Additionally, they engage in a football trivia game, testing their knowledge of players across different leagues. Takeaways Title Race and Form Memorable Comebacks Player Transfers and Squad Depth Premier League predictions Player of the week analysis Football trivia game Chapters 00:00 Memorable Comebacks and Game Highlights 33:00 FA Cup Preview and Analysis 47:04 Football Trivia Game
6 Feb 2026
BenchTalk Sports Episode 4: Winter Olympics & Super Bowl Special
The podcast begins with drama surrounding a previous guest, leading to a discussion on sports recap and locks. This transitions into a preview of the Winter Olympics, followed by a preview of the upcoming Super Bowl matchup. In this episode, the hosts discuss their predictions for the Super Bowl, analyze the NBA trade deadline, share their locks of the week, and make championship picks. They also make a bet with the audience regarding the success of their picks and offer a forfeit if the picks don't hit. Takeaways Olympic Athletes to Watch Super Bowl Matchup Super Bowl predictions NBA trade deadline Locks of the Week Championship picks Chapters 00:00 Super Bowl Preview 30:36 NBA Trade Deadline and Analysis 47:42 Locks of the Week and Championship Picks #podcast #sports #olympics #nfl #superbowl #nba #parlay #viral #viralvideo
3 Feb 2026
Stateside Touchline Episode 1: Arsenal are winning the Quadruple
The conversation covers the highlights of the Premier League weekend, key moments and performances, and the mental shift observed in Arsenal's win. It delves into specific games, player performances, and the overall impact of the weekend's matches. The conversation delves into the team's strong desire for victory and the impact of player performance on the team's success. It also explores the expectations for the team's success and the impact of loss on the team's performance. The conversation delves into Premier League predictions and analysis, followed by an in-depth discussion on players and teams. It concludes with a fun segment called 'Game of the Week: Who Am I?' where the hosts engage in a guessing game related to football players. Takeaways Premier League weekend highlights Key moments and performances Mental shift in Arsenal's win Team's Desire for Victory Player Performance and Impact Premier League predictions Player analysis and discussion Game of the Week: Who Am I? Chapters 00:00 Mental Shift in Arsenal's Win 23:10 The Team's Desire for Victory 47:30 Premier League Predictions and Analysis 01:04:19 Game of the Week: Who Am I?
31 Jan 2026
Benchtalk Ep 3: We All Hate the Patriots
The conversation covered a range of topics including the challenges of a winter storm, guest appearance by Mr. Timothy, sports locks and picks, debate on the Hall of Fame voting for Bill Belichick, crazy sports finishes and clutch moments, speculation on the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo, and critique of the Golden State Warriors' player development. The conversation covered a range of topics including overseas basketball, impact of weather on NFL games, coaching carousel in the NFL, and analysis of specific coaching decisions. Super Bowl predictions, the dominance of the Patriots, and the performance of specific teams and players were also discussed. The conversation provided insights into the dynamics of the NFL and the factors that influence team performance. The conversation covered a range of sports topics, including the coaching carousel in sports, excitement for the PGA tour, predictions for golf events, discussions on college basketball, and sports betting picks and predictions. The hosts shared insights on the impact of G League players returning to college, concerns about bad beats in sports betting, and expectations for upcoming sports events. Takeaways Power outages and water shortages during a winter storm Guest appearance by Mr. Timothy from the fourth line Discussion on sports locks and picks Debate on the Hall of Fame voting for Bill Belichick Crazy sports finishes and clutch moments Speculation on the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo Critique of the Golden State Warriors' player development Super Bowl predictions Impact of weather on NFL games Coaching carousel in the NFL Sports coaching carousel PGA tour excitement Chapters 00:00 Winter Storm Struggles 09:01 Hall of Fame Debate 15:59 Crazy Sports Finishes 23:01 Giannis Antetokounmpo's Future 28:26 Patriots' Schedule and Playoff Performance 43:31 Brian Dable and Coaching Decisions 52:01 Sports Coaching Carousel and Head Coaching Carousel 57:03 PGA Tour Predictions and New Rules 01:04:19 College Basketball and Bad Beats 01:13:15 Sports Betting Picks and Predictions #podcast #viral #sports #nfl #football #cbb #basketball #pga #viralvideo
29 Jan 2026
Disputed Ep 2: Presented by Benchtalk
The conversation covers the UFC 324 recap, with a focus on the Patty Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje fight, Derek Lewis's performance, and the use of Paramount Plus as a streaming platform for UFC events. The panelists discuss the upcoming UFC 325 event, providing insights and predictions for the early prelims, regular prelims, and main card. They also engage in a lighthearted debate about a hypothetical fight between Joe Rogan and Dana White. Takeaways UFC 324 recap Patty Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje fight Derek Lewis's performance Paramount Plus as a streaming platform for UFC UFC 325 features a diverse range of fighters from different regions. The panelists have varying levels of familiarity with the fighters and their fighting styles. Chapters 00:00 Paramount Plus as a Streaming Platform for UFC 33:25 UFC 325 Preview and Early Prelims 45:25 Main Card Analysis and Predictions 53:22 Fight of the Week: Joe Rogan vs. Dana White #ufc #mma #sports #viral #podcast #ufc324 #ufc 325 #fight #fightnight #danawhite #joerogan #viral #viralvideo
24 Jan 2026
Disputed: Presented by BenchTalk
The Bench Talk UFC Special features a discussion on the upcoming UFC card in Las Vegas, Nevada. The conversation covers various topics, including weight cuts, fighter health, and the state of the sport. The UFC's deal with Paramount and the potential for big fights to reignite interest in the sport are also highlighted. The conversation covers a range of UFC topics, including predictions for upcoming fights, analysis of fighter performance, and parlay picks for betting. The hosts discuss the potential outcomes of specific matchups and provide insights into the fighters' strengths and weaknesses. Takeaways Weight cuts and fighter health are significant concerns in the UFC. The UFC's deal with Paramount and the potential for big fights to reignite interest in the sport are important factors to consider. Fighter analysis and predictions Parlay picks for betting #ufc #mma #fightnight #fight #sports #danawhite
21 Jan 2026
BenchTalk Sports Episode 2
Drama filled sports weekend from AFCON to NFL, we are breaking it down with our delusional takes as always
14 Jan 2026
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