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Rushmore Podcast

Rushmore Podcast
Seinfeld
George Strait
Muhammad Ali
Sugar Ray Robinson
Serena Williams
Steffi Graf
Martina Navratilova
Mount Rushmore
Lawrence Taylor
Ray Lewis
Richard Pryor
George Carlin
Benjamin Franklin
Super Bowl LI
Johnny Cash
Dolly Parton
Floyd Mayweather
Mike Tyson
Reggie White
Billie Jean King

Legends join Ari Emanuel and Ben Persky to debate the ultimate Mount Rushmore of any topic. rushmorepodcast.substack.com

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What happens when two of the most dominant scorers in basketball history sit down to build their ultimate starting lineups?

Total chaos.

On Season 2, Episode 3 of The Rushmore Podcast, Shaquille O’Neal and Kevin Durant join Ari Emanuel and Ben Pers... more

When NBC tested the original pilot for The Seinfeld Chronicles, network executives circulated an internal research memo stating that “no segment of the audience was eager to watch the show again.”

Nine seasons and 180 episodes later, it became the m... more

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Pat McAfee sit down with Ari Emanuel and Ben Persky to build the definitive Mount Rushmore of Greatest NFL Comebacks.

There are only four spots on the mountain. From Tom Brady erasing a 28-3 deficit in Super Bowl L... more

Over the past year, the most influential figures in sports, comedy, music, fashion, and business sat down to answer one impossible question: Who belongs on the ultimate Mount Rushmore of culture—and who gets left off?

From Tom Brady to Shaq, Kevin D... more

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Recent Guests

Jerry Seinfeld
Comedian and co-creator of Seinfeld
Seinfeld
Episode: Jerry Seinfeld & Larry David On The 4 Episodes That Defined Television
Larry David
Comedian and co-creator of Seinfeld
Seinfeld
Episode: Jerry Seinfeld & Larry David On The 4 Episodes That Defined Television
Roger Goodell
Commissioner of the National Football League
National Football League
Episode: Roger Goodell & Pat McAfee Debate The Greatest NFL Comeback Ever
Pat McAfee
Former NFL punter and sports broadcaster
Episode: Roger Goodell & Pat McAfee Debate The Greatest NFL Comeback Ever
Maria Sharapova
Former professional tennis player
Former WTA player
Episode: Maria Sharapova & John McEnroe Build the Rushmore of Female Tennis Players
John McEnroe
Former professional tennis player and commentator
Tennis athlete
Episode: Maria Sharapova & John McEnroe Build the Rushmore of Female Tennis Players
Ken Burns
Documentary filmmaker, co-director/creative force behind the Mount Rushmore project
PBS
Episode: Ken Burns & Walter Isaacson Build The Mount Rushmore of US Non-Presidents
Walter Isaacson
Biographer and historian, prominent author of biographies including Leonardo da Vinci, Franklin, Jobs
Simon & Schuster, various publishers
Episode: Ken Burns & Walter Isaacson Build The Mount Rushmore of US Non-Presidents
Shaquille O'Neal
Former NBA center, legendary player
NBA/Los Angeles Lakers
Episode: Shaquille O'Neal & Reggie Miller Debate The Mount Rushmore of NBA Point Guards

Hosts

Ari
Host of Rushmore Podcast
Ben
Co-host of Rushmore Podcast

Reviews

3.2 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • interrupted!

    We went to go see Jerry Seinfeld. All we saw was some guy named Ari who kept interrupting the greatest comedian on television. The worst night of my year.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    max34
    United States3 months ago
  • Joan Rivers

    I’m a guy but I have to say there’s gotta be at least one woman on this Comedy mount and that woman is undisputedly Joan Rivers. Jay at least has gotta know better

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jpodwell
    United States3 months ago
  • Live show

    Listening to Larry and Jerry was awesome (at their recent live show) WHEN they were given a chance to talk, which wasn’t much because Ari kept interrupting them. It was quite annoying and rude. I don’t think Ari has the interviewing skills needed to be a host or have a podcast for that matter!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SerialGiggler
    United States6 months ago
  • An Embarrassment

    “One of the worst live experiences I’ve had since living in Los Angeles.”

    Appreciate Jerry and Larry trying to save the night, but Ari’s arrogance, poor interviewing skills, and inability to read the room made for a tough watch. Next time, let your legendary guests get a word in edgewise.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BensonWay
    United States6 months ago
  • Live show was meh

    The live show with L.D. and Seinfeld was pretty cringe. Nothing to see here. Try Smartless instead?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    skinny driver
    United States6 months ago

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Guests bring strong credibility; hosts often curate bold, memorable debates.
Overall discussions are lively and diverse, appealing to fans of cross-disciplinary lists.
Some live shows have felt chaotic, with feedback about interruptions shaping impressions.
Shows love the energy, but pacing can feel uneven when guests talk over hosts.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#46
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#53
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#190
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#100
Australia/Sports
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#145
Italy/Sports
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#217
Israel/Top Podcasts

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jerry Seinfeld & Larry David On The 4 Episodes That Defined Television
Q: Was there ever a moment that you, at the beginning, that they gave you notes on the show that you said, I'm done, I'm not doing this, I'm leaving?
Larry David recalls flying in for a meeting about the next season, listening to the network's notes, then announcing in the parking lot that he was quitting. Alan Horn reassured him, and the show continued.
Jerry Seinfeld & Larry David On The 4 Episodes That Defined Television
Q: Walk through how you guys decided what the next four episodes were going to be.
The creators say NBC wanted a female character, and they chose Julia Louis-Dreyfus after auditions because she matched the energy of the existing cast.
Roger Goodell & Pat McAfee Debate The Greatest NFL Comeback Ever
Q: So how did he settle it? The center?
Roger Goodell recalled that Jeff Saturday spoke up in the Colts locker room, reminding players that Goodell was there to take their questions and urging them to ease up.
Roger Goodell & Pat McAfee Debate The Greatest NFL Comeback Ever
Q: You're doing the soccer thing. Then what all of a sudden turned you on to do football?
Pat McAfee traced his move toward football to winning a punt-pass-and-kick competition, after growing up playing football and excelling at soccer.

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What is Rushmore Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features lively Mount Rushmore debates across diverse fields, from elite sports stars and iconic musicians to historians, fashion figures, and culinary leaders. Hosts Ari and Ben guide expansive conversations that mix career highlights, cultural impact, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and era-driven context, often weighing competing criteria to crown four ultimate figures in a given category. Noteworthy is the blend of high-profile guests with a freewheeling, improv-heavy format that invites bold takes, humorous banter, and thoughtful historical or cultural rationale—making it appealing to listeners who enjoy cross-domain discussions and spirited rankings.

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1. Jerry Seinfeld
2. Larry David
3. Roger Goodell
4. Pat McAfee
5. Maria Sharapova
6. John McEnroe
7. Ken Burns
8. Walter Isaacson

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