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Pardon My Take

Barstool Sports
NFL
Buffalo Bills
College Football
Dallas Cowboys
Detroit Lions
New England Patriots
Green Bay Packers
Draftkings
Major League Baseball
Commanders
NFL Playoffs
Dungeons and Dragons
Football
Los Angeles Rams
Cleveland Browns
Bears
Playoffs
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Pittsburgh Steelers
Lions

On "Pardon My Take," Big Cat & PFT Commenter deliver the loudest and most correct sports takes in the history of the spoken word. Daily topics, guests, and an inability to tell what the hosts might be doing will make this your new favorite sports talk show. This is a podcast that will without a doubt change your life for the better- guaranteed, or your money back. *Pretend a reggaeton air horn is ... more

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National sports podcast whip around as we talk training camp, LIV, Tarik Skubal and LeBron’s documentary (00:00:00-00:32:46). Mt Rushmore of buttons to press (00:32:46-00:51:08). Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti joins the show to talk about winning t... more

Football is back as every team has now officially reported to camp. We talk entrances and training camp storylines with some re-signings and more (00:00:00-00:33:04). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including Justin Herbert’s engagement, LIV is dead and more (0... more

LeBron James is a Philadelphia 76er. We break it down from all angles. Is Max ready for Championship or bust? How Hank is to blame for all of this. Pressure on Joel Embiid. Memes not talking to Max and more (00:00:00-00:50:36). Who’s back of the week... more

Welcome to the 2026 Takie Awards. Over 28 Awards being given out on this years Takies including Take of the Year, Lib of the Year, Fart of the Year, Blake of the Year, Ratio of the year, Hank’s loss of the year, Gorilla Trade of the Year and tons mor... more

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Roger Clemens
Seven-time Cy Young winner
Former MLB pitcher
Episode: Roger Clemens, Open Championship Preview With Shane Bacon, Spain To The WC Final, MLB All Star Week + Mt Rushmore Of Stores/Restaurants You Could Live In
Tim Woods
Guest, Dungeons & Dragons game facilitator
D&D community/game facilitator
Episode: Emergency Jaylen Brown Trade Reaction + Timm Woods And The Return Of Dungeons And Dragons
John Smoltz
Baseball Hall of Famer
Former Atlanta Braves, Hall of Fame pitcher
Episode: Lebron James Is A Free Agent Again, World Cup Must Win For USMNT, John Smoltz Talking Baseball Plus Our Dingers Only Fantasy Draft
Spencer Hawes
Former NBA player, in-studio guest
NBA
Episode: Knicks With The Greatest Comeback Ever, Spencer Hawes Talking Game 5, Illini Head Coach Bret Bielema In Studio, Preseason Mt Rushmore With Hank's Dad + Fyre Fest of The week
Bret Bielema
Illinois Fighting Illini head football coach, in-studio
Illinois Athletics/University of Illinois
Episode: Knicks With The Greatest Comeback Ever, Spencer Hawes Talking Game 5, Illini Head Coach Bret Bielema In Studio, Preseason Mt Rushmore With Hank's Dad + Fyre Fest of The week
Mr. Lockwood
Hank's dad, Mount Rushmore participant
Personal
Episode: Knicks With The Greatest Comeback Ever, Spencer Hawes Talking Game 5, Illini Head Coach Bret Bielema In Studio, Preseason Mt Rushmore With Hank's Dad + Fyre Fest of The week
Ozzie Albies
Three-time All-Star, World Series champion second baseman for Atlanta Braves
Atlanta Braves
Episode: Spurs Make It A Series And The SCF Continues To Rock, World Cup With Rob Stone, Braves 2B Ozzie Albies In Studio Plus FAQ's
Rob Stone
Fox Sports broadcaster, World Cup host
Fox Sports
Episode: Spurs Make It A Series And The SCF Continues To Rock, World Cup With Rob Stone, Braves 2B Ozzie Albies In Studio Plus FAQ's
Travis Etienne
Saints running back, former Jacksonville Jaguar
New Orleans Saints
Episode: Knicks To The Finals, Wemby Domination, Saints RB Travis Etienne, Saints Safety Justin Reid, Who’s Back Of The Week And More

Hosts

Big Cat
Host of the show; Barstool Sports veteran known for leading conversations, segment introductions, and bracket talk.
PFT Commenter
Co-host who co-leads conversations and jokes around brackets; frequent banter and on-air dynamics with Big Cat.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 145.1k ratings
  • In a sports world full of self-seriousness

    Stumbled upon the first episode release back In college over 10 yrs ago just trying to find a podcast to help my work days go by. The rest is history. They tap into the everyman millennial sports culture and dumb questions we all have deep down and approach it with such joy. Too many big whig journos and fans take themselves so seriously and it’s boring. These guys are forever adolescents and I have to skip some super explicit guests and topics they cover but almost always a fun listen. Passed o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lethalman007
    United States2 months ago
  • Solid

    7 time AWL. Great pod still but not as good as it used to be. Zach is unbearable. So damn annoying. Can’t understand how anyone on the show thinks he’s funny when well over half the audience doesn’t like him.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zrod10
    United States2 months ago
  • It gets old

    It is funny, but once you’ve listened for 3+ years it’s the same jokes recycled

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    _Fivves_
    United States2 months ago
  • Audio

    I have to have my sound bar at 100 to even hear your pod on Netflix. Is it possible to turn it up? Idk who that falls on but your audio is very very low.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacksonville bickering
    United States2 months ago
  • White whales

    When the boys still get white whales i get GIDDY! As soon as i saw BB name i couldn’t wait to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zzzzzzlady
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners praise fast-paced, irreverent sports banter and candid guest conversations.
Fans appreciate celebrity guests and cross-sport coverage, though there are polarized opinions about specific hosts or jokes.

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Roger Clemens, Open Championship Preview With Shane Bacon, Spain To The WC Final, MLB All Star Week + Mt Rushmore Of Stores/Restaurants You Could Live In
Q: What was the moment that stood out most to you about your career?
Clemens spoke about his family's influence, the challenges and triumphs, and how those moments shaped his path beyond the World Series and awards.
Spurs Make It A Series And The SCF Continues To Rock, World Cup With Rob Stone, Braves 2B Ozzie Albies In Studio Plus FAQ's
Q: What does Rob Stone think about the US World Cup prospects?
Rob Stone emphasizes a cautious optimism, noting the team's improving form, potential to advance to the Round of 16, and the importance of strong performances in early group games.
Brooks Koepka, PGA Championship With Shane Bacon, Wemby's Revenge, Lebron's Last Game? Plus Guys On Chicks
Q: What is the longest day in golf and how does it work for US Open qualification?
It involves 36 holes in a single day across multiple courses; players must shoot under par to advance to sectional qualifying, with a small number of spots available at each stage.
March Madness Mega Preview, Mark Titus Breaking Down The Bracket, USA Loses To Venezuela + Hot Seat/Cool Throne
Q: What region are we starting with in the bracket breakdown?
They start with the East region and then discuss other regions sequentially, with teams and seed specifics interwoven with rapid facts.
NFL Week 8, Fastest 2 Minutes, Jets Finally Win, Broncos And Colts Dominate, Packers Are A Problem, Brian Kelly Fired And Who's Back Of The Week
Q: What's your take on the Jets finally getting a win?
It's a big deal, especially for the fans who have been through tough times this season.

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What is Pardon My Take about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime sports-takes shows weave high-energy interviews with wide-ranging banter across basketball, football, golf, and pop culture. Episodes frequently center on major playoff or tournament moments, big-name guest conversations, and running humor bits that connect sports analysis with irreverent lifestyle chatter. Notable strengths include a steady stream of high-profile guests, heavy sponsor integration, and a distinctive backstage vibe that blends expert sports insight with rapid-fire riffs and inside anecdotes. Potential listeners who enjoy fast-paced banter, bracket talk, and behind-the-scenes sports culture are likely to find this appealing, while those seeking stoic analysis may find the tone more entertainment-forward than trad... more

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Recent guests on Pardon My Take include:

1. Roger Clemens
2. Tim Woods
3. John Smoltz
4. Spencer Hawes
5. Bret Bielema
6. Mr. Lockwood
7. Ozzie Albies
8. Rob Stone

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