60/20 Sports with James Carville and Luke Russert
For generations the nation has been fixated on the debate in sports and now the debate gets interesting on 60/20 Sports. This hour-long weekly show exclusively on XM is hosted by American political consultant, media personality, and pundit James Carville and Luke Russert, son of NBCâs Tim Russert. Each week Carville and Russert provide Old School versus New School perspectives on all things sports. Former President Bill Clinton, Billy Bob Thornton and Joe Buck are just a few of the guests whoâve joined Carville and Russert to dissect the culture of sports.
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65 Episodes of this Podcast:
6020 Sports: Jack Ford, David Aldridge, Rob Dibble
Published: 2009-03-10 11:48:00James Carville and Luke Russert begin the show debating the stupidity of the South Carolina court which issued 11 indictments in relation to the picture of Michael Phelps holding a bong. Jack Ford, Co-Host of Banfield & Ford Courtside on In Session on TruTV, talks about the number of indictments doled out in South Carolina in relation to Michael Phelps' use of marijuana, Alex Rodriguez' positive test and subsequent admission, Bud Selig's self-defense, the latest on Barry Bonds' perjury, Roger Clemens' defamation suit against former trainer Brian McNamee dropped by the court. David Aldridge, TNT Broadcaster, courtside reporter at the NBA All-Star Game, discusses the reunion of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neil, the Slam Dunk contest, All-Star weekend in general in Phoenix, and a preview of the 2nd half of the NBA Season. Rob Dibble, Color Analyst of the Washington Nationals and Analyst on 'The Show' on MLB Home Plate, calls out Alex Rodriguez for lying to the media and praises Adam Dunn for his approach to his new team taking young players under his wing. James and Luke wrapped the show with a new segment examining the "Worst Person in Sports" for the week.
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6020 Sports: Frank Deford, Steve Sabol, Jon Wertheim
Published: 2009-03-10 11:48:00James Carville and Luke Russert debate the stupidity of Michael Phelps getting caught smoking marijuana. Frank Deford, six time US sportswriter of the year, commentator on NPR's morning edition, contributor to HBO's Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and senior contributing writer for Sports Illustrated, discussed the cultural event that is the Super Bowl, and his affinity for the color purple. Steve Sabol, Emmy award-winning President of NFL Films examines where Super Bowl XLIII ranks in the history of the game, and Sabol's art exhibit. Jon Wertheim, Sports Illustrated columnist, analyzes Roger Federer's tearful defeat to Rafael Nadal at the Australian Open.
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6020 Sports: Bill King, Vince Gennaro, Dave Zirin, Olivia Manning
Published: 2009-03-10 11:48:00James Carville and Luke Russert begin this special edition of 60/20 Sports focusing on how the ailing economy will influence the changes in sports business activity in 2009 and beyond. Bill King, Senior writer for Sports Business Journal, examines the economics of sports, and how sports organizations and businesses are responding to the lack of revenue. Vince Gennaro, author of Diamond Dollars, consultant to the Cleveland Indians, and former executive at Pepsi, analyzes the economics of baseball, sports marketing, and how the recession has changed the game. Dave Zirin, author of "A People's History of Sports in the United States" and host of Edge of Sports Radio, discusses the historical context of this recession's effect on the sports industry reflecting on sport during the depression and throughout America's history. Olivia Manning, NFL's number one mom to both Eli and Peyton Manning, wife to Archie Manning, and proponent of making Mardi Gras a national holiday, discusses her campaign to bring national attention to the Cajun festivities celebrated with respect to Mardi Gras.
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6020 Sports: Bob Costas, JC Watts
Published: 2009-03-10 11:48:00James Carville and Luke Russert discuss Alex Rodriguez' positive steroids test. Bob Costas, NBC Sports and MLB Network anchor, talked about Alex Rodriguez' positive test and subsequent admission, the Hall of Fame requirements and how each case should be judged separately, and Hank Aaron's 75th birthday party and the fact that his legacy has grown as the details of the steroid era continue to be revealed. JC Watts, former congressman (R'OK), 2-time Orange Bowl MVP quarterback for the University of Oklahoma, discussed Alex Rodriguez' human fallibility, his belief that congress should not interfere in sports, Tim Tebow's uphill battle to find success in the NFL, and JC's college career at Oklahoma.
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6020 Sports: Sal Paolantonio, Larry Fitzgerald, Sr., Chuck Esposito
Published: 2009-03-10 11:48:00James Carville and Luke Russert discuss their lack of interest in the Super Bowl teams because no players are talking trash during media week. James and Luke debate the firing of the High School women's basketball coach who pummeled a neighboring high school team 100-0. Larry Fitzgerald, sports columnist for the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder and father of Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, Jr., analyzes the two teams in the Super Bowl, the relationship that his son and Kurt Warner have on the football field, why Kurt Warner's career already merits a Hall of Fame induction, and explains how he began his career in journalism by rejection from pro football. Sal Paolantonio, ESPN NFL reporter, explains why Arizona actually has a chance to win the Super Bowl despite the notion that defense wins Championships. Sal also stresses that Kurt Warner is not yet a Hall of Fame quarterback, and that with a Super Bowl win, he will seal his fate in Canton, Ohio. Chuck Esposito, Head Oddsmaker for Fountaine Bleau Race and Sports book, delivers the betting line for James and Luke to make their picks on the Super Bowl including a slew of proposition bets. James and Luke wrap the show by questioning Joe Torre's decision to include such private details in his book possibly smudging a stellar coaching career in Major League Baseball.
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6020 Sports: Morgan Ensberg, Tim Cowlishaw, Chuck Esposito
Published: 2008-12-19 15:57:00James Carville and Luke Russert discuss Plaxico Burress' decision to bring a handgun into a nightclub, and what punishment fits the crime. Morgan Ensberg told his story of being held up at gunpoint as a minor leaguer, his decision to buy a gun for protection, and eventually to get rid of the weapon prior to having his first child. James and Luke talked about Sean Avery's offensive comments about his former girlfriend Elisha Cuthbert. Tim Cowlishaw columnist for the Dallas Morning News and frequent contributor to Around the Horn on ESPN discussed both Avery's punishment from the National Hockey League and the fact that the Texas Longhorns will not compete for the Big XII Championship, and consequently, a National Championship. Fountain Blue Casino Executive Director of the Race and Sports book Chuck Esposito provides the betting line for James and Luke to make their weekly football picks.
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6020 Sports: Ross Greenberg, Richard Sandomir, Kevin Corke, Chuck Esposito
Published: 2008-12-19 15:38:00James Carville and Luke Russert discuss the BCS National Championship matchup, University of Texas getting snubbed, and the Heisman Trophy Award candidates. New York Times writer Richard Sandomir explains how the economy is affecting sports business. President of HBO Sports Ross Greenberg discusses Manny Pacquiao's defeat of Oscar de la Hoya, and the sport of boxing today. Former NBC national news correspondent and ESPN reporter Kevin Corke makes the argument that a college football playoff system is the only way to remedy the broken BCS. Chuck Esposito Executive Director of Fountain Blue Casino Race and Sports book delivered the betting line for James and Luke to make their weekly football picks.
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6020 Sports: Jeff Jeffers, Sal Paolantonio, Ivan Carter, Chuck Esposito
Published: 2008-12-03 16:26:00James Carville and Luke Russert debate the future of Notre Dame University football coach Charlie Weis, the future of New England Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel, and the potential BCS malfunctions which could create another uninspiring National Championship matchup in college football. WNDU sports anchor Jeff Jeffers explained why Charlie Weis would stay as the head football coach at Notre Dame. ESPN NFL Reporter Sal Paolantonio analyzes the NFL news of the week and talks about his book How Football Explains America. Wizards beat writer from the Washington Post Ivan Carter provides insight on the team's firing of Eddie Jordan as head coach. Head Oddsmaker for Fountain Blue Race and Sports book Chuck Esposito provides the betting line for James and Luke to make their weekly football picks.
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6020 Sports: David Cornwell, Mike Leach, Chuck Esposito
Published: 2008-12-03 15:51:00James Carville and Luke Russert discuss President-elect Barack Obama's vow to throw his weight around on 60 Minutes with respect to creating a playoff system for college football to determine a true champion on the field rather than using a mathematical system governed by BCS computers. ESPN legal analyst David Cornwell provided commentary on Dallas Maverickâs owner Mark Cuban's alleged insider trading violation. Texas Tech head football coach Mike Leach talks about his upbringing in California, his decision to go to law school, his return to his first love of football, and the Red Raiders' pursuit of perfection heading into Oklahoma this Saturday. Head Oddsmaker for Fountain Blue Race and Sports book Chuck Esposito provides the betting line for James and Luke to make their weekly football picks. Lastly, James and Luke comment on JP Hayes' self-defeating honesty, and Mike Mussina's Hall of Fame career coming to an end.
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6020 Sports: Kenny Mayne, Chuck Esposito
Published: 2008-12-03 14:42:00James Carville and Luke Russert debate the best method to create a college football playoff season putting an end to the BCS. They talk to ESPN Anchor Kenny Mayne about his new internet show Mayne Street. Head Oddsmaker for Fountain Blue Race and Sports book Chuck Esposito provides the betting line for James and Luke to make their weekly football picks. Lastly, the show says goodbye to Kurt Gilchrist.
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