Best Bob Klein Podcasts (2025)

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11/14 H2: Jack Harris; Its Lit; Rams-Seattle huge game on Sunday 31:52

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Jack Harris from the LA Times hops on to talk about the Dodgers potentially looking to the trade market to improve the roster instead of doling out huge contracts in free agency. Its Lit features news on the USC-Notre Dame rivalry, Mookie Betts hosting the MLB awards show and more. Plus we discuss the big matchup this weekend between the Rams and S…

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11/14 H1: Ohtani already on LA Sports Mount Rushmore!? Dodgers to attack trade market? 44:48

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We debate whether Shohei Ohtani is already on the mount rushmore of LA Sports figures after he won his 4th MVP award yesterday. May the Dodgers look to improve more through the trade market than through free agency? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/13 H2: Allen Sliwa; Its Lit 28:20

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Allen Sliwa hops on to talk Lakers after they were blown out in OKC last night. Its Lit features a response from Paul Skenes on the report that he wants to be traded to the Yankees and See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/13 H1: Your kid will not be Lebron!? Dodgers dont have highest paid players 52:20

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The guys talk about a new study that finds many parents feel that their kid will be a superstar pro athlete. We talk about the highest paid players at each position in MLB - and the Dodgers dont have any of them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/12 H3: Joe Maddon not a fan of Giants' new managerial hire; Its Lit; David Kohler 36:36

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Joe Maddon is not a fan of a college coach with no MLB experience getting the nod in the big leagues. Its Lit features Ben Rortvedt leaving the Dodgers, a former All-Star outfielder who could be on the Dodgers' radar and more. David Kohler tells us how you can own a piece (or pieces) of sports history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

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11/12 H2: Dodgers bullpen options; Ryan Kartje; Lakers litmus test? 37:01

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We discuss what the best move for the Dodgers bullpen will be for 2026. Sign a big time closer? Hope for better health and performance from incumbents? Ryan Kartje from the LA Times joins us to talk about the #80 controversy from this past weekend with USC and their upcoming matchup against Iowa on Saturday. Is tonights Lakers-Thunder game a litmus…

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11/12 H1: Rose Bowl vs UCLA update; Bradley Beal out for season; Bellinger vs Tucker for Dodgers 50:38

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We have an update in the legal battle between UCLA and the Rose Bowl. Bradley Beal will miss the remainder of the season for the Clippers with a hip fracture. Who should the Dodgers target in free agency if they pursue a top outfielder - Cody Bellinger or Kyle Tucker? The NBA all star format has changed (again) - but does it really matter? See omny…

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11/11 Hour 3: Vinny B on the NFL and It's Lit!! 41:14

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Roggin and Rodney talk all things NFL with Vinny Bonsignore and then It's LIT!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/11 Hour 2: Dodgers Hot Stove and Ben Bolch on UCLA Rose Bowl 41:39

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Roggin and Rodney on the Dodgers offseason update and then Ben Bolch talks the latest on UCLA football See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/11 Hour 1: Nico Harrison is Fired & More on Clippers/Lakers with Adam Auslund 45:43

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Roggin and Rodney talk about Nico Harrison being fired by the Dallas Mavericks finally and Adam Auslund talks that and Clippers slow start vs. Lakers fast start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/10 H3: USC punter controversy; Its Lit; Chargers dominate Steelers 34:45

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USC used a little trickery in their win over Northwestern that was frowned upon by some. Its Lit features an update on the UCLA-SoFi-Rose Bowl situation. The Chargers dominated the Steelers on Sunday Night Football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/10 H2: Getting old & clubbing; Sports Gambling talk; Rams dominated 49ers 44:45

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As Eric Dickerson joins us we discuss what it feels like for a pro athlete when you get older, sports gambling and the Rams' dominant win over the 49ers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/10 H1: Dodger tattoos + Robert Suarez interest? Stafford an LA icon? 45:32

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Multiple Dodgers got tattoos in an interesting area after winning the World Series. Could the Dodgers pursue Robert Suarez in free agency? Matthew Stafford is putting up epic numbers so far this season - but does it rival great runs by previous LA legends? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Exploring Generational Shifts: Protests Through Time 26:05

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In our latest episode of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show’s "Generation Gap," Dorothy Wilhelm (Silent Generation) chats with Ray Miller Still (Millennial) and producer Jason Falls (Gen-X) to dive into the fascinating world of generational differences. From the silent generation's quiet resilience to the millennials' vocal activism, we explore how e…

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11/7 H3: Jack Harris; Its Lit; Lebron on comeback trail 37:29

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Jack Harris hops on to talk about what direction(s) the Dodgers will go in this offseason as they look for the 3-peat. Its Lit features an Anthony Davis update, a new starting kicker for the Rams and the Clippers off to a slow start. Lebron James will be re-evaluated in 1 to 2 weeks as the Lakers continue to roll. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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11/7 H2: The Dodgers' World Tour; Vinny Bonsignore 42:40

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The Dodgers have been well traveled since winning the World Series. Prince Harry explains himself after wearing a Dodger hat during the World Series. Vinny Bonsignore talks Rams, Chargers and about the Raiders who fired their special teams coordinator after their loss to Denver on Thursday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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11/7 H1: Dodgers unsung heroes 41:29

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This hour we talk about who the unsung heroes were for the 2025 Dodgers Championship run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/6 H2: Dylan Hernandez; Its Lit 36:38

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Dylan Hernandez hops on to talk about the Dodgers' grit in winning the World Series and what the future will look like as they head into the winter meetings. Its Lit features the return of Paul DePodesta, a new Padres manager and Russell Westbrook making history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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11/6 H1: Could Dodgers trade for Skubal? Luka's start proves the Lakers won the trade? Stafford an MVP candidate? 48:10

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We discuss if the Dodgers should make a run at Tarik Skubal in the trade market. Considering Dallas' slow start and Luka playing like the best player in the world, we debate if the Lakers have already clearly won the trade with the Mavericks. Matthew Stafford is putting up excellent numbers - but why does it seem like no one is noticing? See omnyst…

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11/5 H3: Roggin and Rodney talk to Dodgers insider David Vassegh, "It's Lit" 36:08

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See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/5 H2: Lakers culture under Redick; Dan Woike; UCLA moving to SoFi Stadium? 36:27

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We discuss the changing culture around the Lakers' organization and speak with Dan Woike about the teams' hot start. Also, UCLA is being sued because its looking to move its home football games from the Rose Bowl to SoFi Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/5 H1: Culture led to the Dodgers' World Series win; Accountability for officials is needed 45:59

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Even though the Dodgers spend more money than anyone else, several players believe that their success is more about the culture around the organization than anything else. Also, Dabo Swinney says that football officials lack accountability when they make bad calls - is he right? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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11/4 H3: 3 issues facing the Dodgers; Its Lit 34:29

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We discuss the 3 issues the Dodgers face this offseason. It Lit features big deals at the NFL trade deadline, a QB change in Arizona and cloning your pets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/4 H2: Eric Dickerson talks Dodgers' World Series run; Dodgers' aging roster; Rams' kicking issues 36:08

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Eric Dickerson joins us and gives his thoughts on the Dodgers' World Series run. How long can this Dodger core compete for titles before tough decisions need to be made? The Rams beat the Saints but their tenuous kicking situation could end up costing them when it matters most. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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11/4 H1: Dodger parade takeaways; 3-peat talk already!? 49:15

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We talk about the Dodgers' victory parade and sour grapes from Toronto fans. Is it too early for Dodger players and officials to be talking about a 3-peat? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/3 H3: Dodgers Parade Day - Ned Colletti; Orel Hersheiser 36:24

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As we continue to walk you up to Dodgers Parade Coverage, we speak with former Dodgers GM, Ned Colletti and 1988 World Series MVP and Dodgers legend, Orel Hersheiser See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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11/3 H2: Dodger Parade Day - The better team didnt win!? More of your calls; Credit for Dave Roberts 39:10

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A former major leaguer and current Bluejays broadcaster said that the Bluejays are the better team and that the baseball Gods got it wrong with the Dodgers winning. Is it finally time to give Dave Roberts credit for being one of the best managers in baseball? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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11/3 H1: Dodger Parade Day - Game 6 and Game 7 analysis and your calls 46:15

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As we walk you up to the Dodgers' victory parade we talk about the key moments in Game 6 and Game 7 and take your calls See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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The Science of Joy: A Conversation with Allen Klein 29:19

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Swimming Upstream Radio Show kicks off November with the topic of joy. Host Dorothy Wilhelm interviews Allen Klein, a humorous keynote speaker and the world's only Jollytologist. (Allen explained that a jollytologist is a scientist of joy. They explore the importance of joy and humor in life, especially during challenging times. Allen shares person…

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10/31 H2: Dodger Game 6 lineup changes; Vic the Brick 32:11

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The Dodgers made another lineup shakeup prior to Game 6 tonight. Vic the Brick hops on to provide the Dodgers with a haiku as they head into Game 6 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/31 H1: How will Game 6 play out tonight? Jack Harris 45:20

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How will the Dodgers respond to losing 2 of their 3 home games in tonights game 6? Jack Harris joins us from Toronto ahead of Game 6 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/30 H2: Ned Colletti; Who's REALLY ruining baseball? 36:56

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Ned Colletti hops on to talk about the Dodgers' issues as they face a 3-2 deficit in the World Series. We talk about which teams are actually ruining baseball - its actually the teams complaining about the Dodgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/30 H1: Dodgers down 3-2 in World Series; Should Ohtani open a potential Game 7? 44:58

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We talk about the ice cold Dodger bats and questionable defense that contributed to their 6-1 loss to the Bluejays last night. How confident are we that the Dodgers can win 2 games in Toronto? If there is a Game 7, should the Dodgers use Ohtani as an opener ahead of Tyler Glasnow? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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10/29 H2: Blake Snell speaks; Panic meter calls 41:12

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We hear from Blake Snell who will pitch tonights pivotal Game 5 of the World Series. We take your calls to find out where your panic meter sits as this is now a 3 game series between the Dodgers and Bluejays See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/29 H1: Subdued crowd during Game 4 of world series? Lineup changes? David Vassegh 38:07

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After the Dodgers lost game 4 of the world series we discuss if there wasnt enough energy at Dodger Stadium and whether the Dodgers need to change the lineup considering their offensive issues. David Vassegh joins us live at Dodger Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/28 H2: More on the Dodgers' epic Game 3 win over Toronto 38:47

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We take your calls and provide more insight into the Dodgers' Game 3 win over Toronto and look ahead to tonights Game 4 with Ohtani on the mound See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/28 H1: Will Klein's historic performance, the brilliance of Ohtani and more as Dodgers won Game 3 44:12

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We discuss Will Klein's breakout performance and Shohei Ohtani reaching base 9 times in the Dodgers 6-5 Game 4 win over Toronto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/27 H2: Bill Plunkett; Fred talks about his old pregame hits for KNBC; Final thoughts on Game 3 36:02

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Bill Plunkett from the LA News Group and OC Register hops on live from Dodger Stadium ahead of Game 3 of the World Series. Fred talks about the laborious task of doing live on-field hits for KNBC back in the day. As Glasnow gets set to face Scherzer tonight, Fred and Rodney give their final thoughts on the Game and how they think it may play out. S…

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10/27 H1: Scene set from Dodger Stadium before Game 3; Scherzer returns; Did Yoshi hit Springer intentionally? 46:08

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We set the scene from Dodger Stadium just hours before Game 3 of the World Series between the Dodgers and Bluejays. We talk about Snell's struggles in Game 1, Yamamoto's dominance in Game 2 and whether Yoshi hit George Springer intentionally in game 2 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Tim and Tam: A Love Story for Today 27:04

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If you listened to our podcast today, you will have heard how about two years ago Tim Alden was Diagnosed with Dementia. Now, this is not that unusual. 10 million cases are diagnosed annually. What is unusual was the good humored determination with which they set out to navigate this stage of life.We're lucky to have Tam's story below, as originall…

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10/24 H2: David Vassegh live from Toronto; Its Lit 34:17

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David Vassegh joins us mere hours before Game 1 of the World Series in Toronto. Its Lit features a player who is guaranteed to get a World Series ring regardless of who wins, a candid and honest quote from the new manager of the Giants and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/24 H1: World Series snacks, Fred's Raider stories and more 47:32

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We talk about what kind of snacks we eat during World Series games, where to park at Dodger Stadium and more. Plus, Fred talks about his days doing preseason play by play for the LA Raiders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/23 H3: Vinny Bonsignore; Its Lit! 33:06

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Vinny Bonsignore talks Chargers-Vikings tonight, the Raiders' struggles and more. Its Lit features a scathing update in the NBA/FBI scandal plus news on Ohtani from Toronto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/23 H2: Clippers blown out in Utah; Allen Sliwa; World Series preview 45:27

23d ago45:27

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Adam Auslund talks about why the Clippers were dominated in Utah on opening night. Allen Sliwa hops on to talk about the Lakers. We dive deeper into this Bluejays-Dodgers World Series matchup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/23 H1: FBI/NBA gambling scandal; Ned Colletti talks World Series 48:39

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We discuss the breaking news about Chauncey Billiups and Terry Rozier being arrested by the FBI due to their involvement in illegal gambling schemes. Ned Colletti hops on to talk about the World Series which begins tomorrow in Toronto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/22 H1: Do you prefer a dynasty or parity? Stephen Nesbitt 50:27

24d ago50:27

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We discuss if you as a fan prefer a dynastic team that you can love or hate or if you prefer parity where you have no idea who may win the title in any given year. National MLB writer for The Athletic, Stephen Nesbitt, is conducting a national poll of fans to see if they feel the Dodgers are ruining baseball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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10/21 H3: Are the Chargers in trouble? Its Lit; Fake your own funeral? 37:27

25d ago37:27

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The Chargers were blown out against the Colts on Sunday - are they in trouble? Its Lit features the Angels hiring a new manager, college football talk and more. A man faked his own funeral to see how much people actually loved him See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/21 H2: Playing for teams that re-invest; Refuse to autograph a jersey for a team you hate? 40:37

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As Eric Dickerson joins us we discuss franchises that re-invest their money into the product on the field/court etc. Also, Russell Westbrook refused to sign a Laker jersey for kid (but he did sign another item for him instead) - is that justifiable? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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10/21 H1: Dodgers-Bluejays in World Series; What player do Dodger fans hate most? 45:31

25d ago45:31

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The Dodgers will begin the World Series in Toronto on Friday. Since 2017 Astros villain, George Springer, was the hero in Game 7 for the Bluejays - we ask Dodger fans what player they hate the most (past or present). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By AM 570 LA Sports (KLAC-AM)

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10/20 H3: Bob Nightengale; Its Lit 39:25

26d ago39:25

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Bob Nightengale from USA Today tells us who the better matchup for the Dodgers would be in the World Series, talks about Ohtani's historic Game 4 last Friday and updates us on the Angels' managerial search. Its Lit is back and features Lakers and Clippers talk as well as Michael Jordan making a return to the NBA...sort of. See omnystudio.com/listen…