A dad–daughter sports podcast breaking down the biggest games, athlete drama, and weekly picks. Hot takes, real opinions, and zero filters. Gameday just got more interesting.
March Madness Meets Opening Day and Free Agency Frenzy
March Madness is in full swing and the Sweet 16 is set — we break down the biggest upsets, Cinderella runs, and top contenders. We also dive into Women’s March Madness, including TCU’s rise, plus MLB Opening Day and the new strike zone system. Finally, we cover major NFL free agency moves and the biggest storylines across the league. A packed episode you don’t want to miss.
26 Feb 2026
History in Milan, Madness in March
Team USA dominates the 2026 Winter Olympics with historic gold medal performances in both men’s and women’s hockey, dramatic overtime finishes, and a record 12 gold medals overall. We break down Matt Boldy’s opening goal, Jack Hughes’ sudden-death winner, Megan Keller’s OT heroics, and the broader impact of the most successful U.S. Winter Games ever.
Then we shift to NFL news as the Falcons move on from Kirk Cousins, discuss the quarterback landscape heading into the Combine, and examine which draft prospects have the most to prove.
Finally, March Madness is on the horizon — with Duke leading the projected field, bubble teams fighting for survival, and bracket drama building ahead of Selection Sunday.
19 Feb 2026
Defense Wins Rings, Dolphins Detonate, and Bay Area Buzz
Welcome back to Raised on Gameday — where championships get dissected, front offices get questioned, and Bay Area banter never sleeps.
This week, we break down a dominant Super Bowl performance as the Seattle Seahawks take down the New England Patriots 29–13 behind a historic defensive showing and a massive game from Kenneth Walker III. We debate the MVP, key turning points, and what this means for both franchises moving forward — plus thoughts on Bad Bunny’s culture-shifting halftime show.
We also dive into Olympic headlines, including Team USA’s big moments, Lindsey Vonn’s devastating injury and resilience, and a shocking finish in men’s figure skating.
Then it’s on to the NFL offseason chaos — the Miami Dolphins begin a full reset, releasing Tyreek Hill and potentially moving on from Tua Tagovailoa. We break down what it means, where these stars could land, and which teams make the most sense.
We wrap things up with Bay Area Buzz — from 49ers offseason decisions and roster rumors to Giants spring training updates and Steph Curry headlines as the Warriors push toward the playoffs — plus a little off-field gossip you won’t hear anywhere else.
6 Feb 2026
Raised on Gameday: Olympics Drama, Super Bowl Stakes and NBA Deadline Drama
Olympic drama, Super Bowl pressure and a chaotic NBA trade deadline headline this week’s episode of Raised on Gameday. We dive into Lindsey Vonn’s comeback push, Warriors trade risks, Hall of Fame controversy, halftime show talk and all the latest Bay Area news.
30 Jan 2026
Raised on Gameday: Dynasty Drama and Super Bowl Predictions
In Episode 5 of Raised on Gameday, Gillian and Brad break down the Conference Championship games and preview Super Bowl LX, including Gill’s Seahawks pick and why the Patriots’ defense might still steal it.
They dive into the wild NFL coaching carousel, react to Bill Belichick’s Hall of Fame snub, and unpack blockbuster NBA trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Plus, Bay Area Banter, Warriors updates, and a chaotic “Gill’s Gossip” segment on Beckham family drama—because sports culture is never just about sports.
Hot takes, father-daughter debates, and Bay Area bias—let’s get into it.
24 Jan 2026
Raised on Gameday: Bo Nix injury, McDermott fired, and Indiana’s historic title
Last week felt readable. This week was pure chaos.
In Episode 4 of Raised on Gameday, Gillian and Brad break down a wild football weekend—going from 6–0 to 0–4 on picks, Bo Nix’s clutch overtime performance and season-altering injury, and Sean McDermott getting fired as the coaching carousel spins out of control. We recap every divisional playoff game, including the Seahawks demolishing the 49ers and the Rams’ overtime thriller.
We also dive into college football history as Indiana beats Miami to win its first national championship, plus key performances from Fernando Mendoza and the Hoosiers’ defense.
Then, we preview the Conference Championship matchups with bold picks and key storylines, unpack the viral Tom Brady–Alix Earle–Belichick rumor in Gill’s Sideline Gossip, and hit Bay Area Banter with the Niners’ window cracking and Jimmy Butler’s ACL tear shaking the Warriors’ future.
Football humbled us. Let’s talk about it.
17 Jan 2026
Raised on Gameday: A Perfect Playoff Bracket, a Huge 49ers Win & Coaching Chaos
A statement playoff win by the 49ers set the tone for a wild weekend, and somehow, every game fell into place.
On this episode of Raised on Gameday, Gillian and Brad break down a huge Niners win over the Eagles, what it means for San Francisco moving forward, and why this performance felt different. From George Kittle’s injury and Kyle Shanahan’s coaching, to defensive stops and stars stepping up, the Niners made it clear they belong.
Then, Gillian goes 6-for-6 on playoff picks, breaking down how each game unfolded: including Rams vs. Panthers, Packers vs. Bears, Texans’ late surge, and a Chargers offense that completely stalled.
Off the field, the drama is just getting started. The coaching carousel is spinning fast, with firings, interviews, and emotional postgame moments raising bigger questions about leadership, locker rooms, and what teams are really looking for in their next head coach.
Plus: a preview and pick for the College Football Playoff Championship, next week’s NFL picks, Gill’s Sideline Gossip, and Bay Area Banter you won’t hear anywhere else.
8 Jan 2026
Raised on Gameday: Missed Kicks, Fired Coaches, and NFL Drama
Missed kicks, wild finishes, and coaching hot seats everywhere. Brad and Gillian break down the Buccaneers–Panthers, Seahawks–49ers, and Steelers–Ravens games, dive into the league-wide coaching shakeups, and unpack the Pete Carroll nepotism story. Plus, college football playoff talk, NFL playoff picks, and Bay Area banter you don’t want to miss.
31 Dec 2025
Episode 1: Raised on Gameday; A week full of controversy: Diggs, Kiffin, and Crosby
It’s our first episode, and this week delivered no shortage of storylines.
We open with The Starting 5, breaking down the biggest headlines: including the Stefon Diggs situation, the MVP race, Lane Kiffin’s early exit from the LSU game, and the Maxx Crosby controversy, before previewing the must-watch matchups heading into NFL Week 18.
Next up: Picks for the Week. Every NFL game, side-by-side picks, and a few disagreements that set the tone for the season ahead.
We wrap with Bay Area Banter, recapping a big 49ers win over the Bears, a Warriors victory over the Nets, and key conversations around Brock Purdy, Fred Warner, Trent Williams, George Kittle, and Draymond Green.
A packed first episode, bold picks, and plenty to argue about. Let’s get into it!
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