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Caitlin Clark
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Stephen A. Smith
Shedeur Sanders
Pat Mcafee
Lane Kiffin
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Ryan Clark
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Donald Trump
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Indiana University
NIL
Bill Belichick

Opinions about everything, afraid of nothing. Sack Up!

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Dan breaks down the latest embarrassing weekend for the WNBA on this epidode of Don't @ Me, starting with former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom OFFICIALLY declaring for the WNBA Draft, quickly followed by Royce White.

Plus, Dan Dakich breaks down th... more

Dan breaks down Megan Rapinoe's latest unhinged rant targeting Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham and OutKick's Riley Gaines over their stand to protect women's sports. As Cunningham catches heat for defending basic biology and common sense in fema... more

Dan reacts to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith going off on Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve for wearing a "Trans Kids Belong" shirt against Sophie Cunningham and the Indiana Fever. Stephen A. steps up to defend Cunningham, delivering a mainstream reality ch... more

This week on the Don't @ Me Best-Of: Dan breaks down the heat surrounding Sophie Cunningham, and former sideline reporter Michele Tafoya stops by to open up about her experience at a Lynx game, why sports are becoming exclusionary, and how women’s sp... more

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Recent Guests

Leigh Ross
Longtime softball coach, wife of Dan Dakich
Bowling Green State University / Syracuse University (coach history)
Episode: WNBA's Stephanie White & Cheryl Reeve BETRAY Women Athletes, SHUN Sophie Cunningham + Leigh Ross Dakich: WNBA Culture Wars, Caitlin Clark, & Storm Owner Fine
Anthony Gargano
Philadelphia sports radio host
All City Network
Episode: ESPN’s Monica McNutt Just Made the WORST Caitlin Clark Take Yet + Is Philly the King of the East? Anthony Gargano on LeBron James & Jaylen Brown
Zach Dean
Writer and panelist on the show
Outkick
Episode: USA Today's Nancy Armour's GROSS Attack On Caitlin Clark & Her Fans Is The WORST Sports Take Ever
Ned Michaels
Golf analyst, guest on the episode
BBC, European Tour, World Tour
Episode: Ryan Clark OUT At ESPN After DESTROYING The Network + Ryan Fox’s Ice-Cold Finish & Bryson’s Open Controversy with Ned Michaels
Rob Friedman
Creator of PitchingNinja, author of Unhittable
Episode: Cathy Engelbert FORCED To Suspend Alyssa Thomas + Inside the Pitching Revolution with "PitchingNinja" Rob Friedman
Marlin Stutzman
Congressman representing Indiana; guest discussing the congressional letter and workplace issues in sports
U.S. House of Representatives (Indiana)
Episode: ESPN's DISASTAROUS Coverage OF Caitlin Clark Is DESTROYING The Network
Bret Boone
Former Major League Baseball player, joined for a baseball-centric conversation
Former MLB player, Boone family legacy
Episode: Weekly Unfiltered: Chris Broussard on LeBron & Wemby, Bret Boone, + "Is Dan Dead?" | Best of Don't @ Me
Brett Boone
Former MLB player
The Bret Boone Podcast
Episode: Skip Bayless DEFENDS Lakers' New Trio After Stephen A. Smith's Brutal Insult + MLB Midseason Surprises with Bret Boone
Chris Broussard
Guest, NBA analyst
FS1 / Fox Sports
Episode: USA Set Back YEARS After HUMILIATING World Cup Loss To Belgium + Chris Broussard on the Jaylen Brown trade: Did the Sixers pull off the ultimate heist?

Host

Dan Dakich
Host of the show delivering primary commentary and framing discussions; central voice with a provocative style

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 295 ratings
  • Brutal

    Hard to listen to- seems to always be angry and loves to put people down. This man has really fallen far from grace. This man has overdosed on cable news and hook, line and sinker when these Hollywood actors read a teleprompter to him while getting paid millions of dollars he truly thinks it’s news.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LAM junior
    United States3 months ago
  • Dan great @ sports/ not @ politics

    Dan’s great when he stays on sports topics. When he ventures into politics, has anyone told him he sounds like the MAGA version of Megan Rapinoe regurgitating group think.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    G. Carlin
    United States5 months ago
  • Honest Views

    Dan nails it time and time again. He’s “been there done that” and calls out the racist woke blowhards that can’t think straight and sound stupid. THANK YOU Dan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SunTaxer
    United States6 months ago
  • Duncan has nice cans…

    Thank you for all you do!!! These silly folks that have no talent

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The Only Opinion That Matter
    United States8 months ago
  • Only one issue

    Can we please stop with the term “African American.” If we can use the term Black history month and if BLM and BET are ok to say, then we can sure as heck use the term Black people. Love ya Dan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loho jr
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the blunt, unapologetic takes and entertaining banter.
The host's sports insight and willingness to tackle controversial topics are frequently highlighted."
Some reviews note political commentary dominates at times and can polarize.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Skip Bayless DEFENDS Lakers' New Trio After Stephen A. Smith's Brutal Insult + MLB Midseason Surprises with Bret Boone
Q: What are your thoughts on the controversy surrounding Stephen A. Smith's comments about the Lakers and three white players?
The host argues the comments are racially charged and harmful, while the guest contends the debate has been framed in a way that misses the core issues of sports performance and teamwork.
WNBA Media Turns Alyssa Thomas Into The VICTIM + Former USMNT Team Captain, Jonathan Bornstein
Q: Which players should fans have their eyes on for impact off the bench?
Bornstein points to players who can influence games off the bench with fresh energy and strategic substitutions, noting that having players able to change the tempo late in matches will be crucial.
WNBA Media Turns Alyssa Thomas Into The VICTIM + Former USMNT Team Captain, Jonathan Bornstein
Q: What makes this the most talented US team in recent memory?
Bornstein attributes the depth of experience from European club competition, combined with the current crop's technical and tactical maturity, as key differentiators that could propel the US to deeper runs than in previous tournaments.
The TRUTH About The Knicks Culture! Jay Wright on Why Villanova Guys Just Know How to WIN
Q: How did Villanova maintain its players' focus after turning pro, and what role did family influence play?
Wright highlights that the players' families supported coaching input and kept the players grounded, which helped them stay coachable and improve after college as they transitioned to the NBA, underscoring the importance of a stable support system.
The TRUTH About The Knicks Culture! Jay Wright on Why Villanova Guys Just Know How to WIN
Q: What was the recruiting process like for Brunson and the other Villanova stars?
The process involved watching high school and AAU performances, overcoming early skepticism, leveraging strong coaching relationships, and recognizing that these players' willingness to learn and stay team-focused outweighed initial concerns about their fit, ultimately leading to a championship core.

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This show delivers unapologetic, high-energy debates across sports, media, and pop culture, with a consistent emphasis on basketball, college athletics, NIL dynamics, and governance. Expect blunt opinions, fast banter, and guests who bring insider perspectives from coaches, players, analysts, and media executives. The vibe blends hot takes with sharp critiques of sports business, league structures, and coverage by major outlets, often weaving in political and cultural commentary. A standout is the willingness to mix topics from coaching philosophies to conference realignments, creating a provocative, conversation-first experience that appeals to listeners who like fearless, no-holds-barred discussion and a strong sense of identity around sp... more

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4. Ned Michaels
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