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The Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin Washington

Fox Sports Radio and iHeartPodcasts
New York Knicks
NBA
Victor Wembanyama
Jalen Brunson
Basketball
Lebron James
Detroit Pistons
James Harden
Los Angeles Lakers
Boston Celtics
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Knicks
San Antonio Spurs
Cleveland Cavaliers
NBA Playoffs
Major League Baseball
NBA Finals
Tiger Woods
Spurs
Lakers

The Fox Sports Radio personalities provide listeners with a dynamic discussion as the two polar opposites take listeners through the biggest hits in sports.

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Latest Episodes

Rob and Kelvin debate whether the USMNT’s World Cup feels tainted after FIFA suspended the red card for striker Flo Balogun, preview today’s Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, f... more

Rob and Kelvin argue whether the Jaylen Brown trade feels more justified today after Brad Stevens conceded that salary cap implications played a role, and provide up-to-the-minute analysis of the World Cup matchup between USA and Belgium. Plus, NBA c... more

Rob and Kelvin provide up-to-the-minute analysis of Belgium’s demolition of the United States in the Round of 16 at the World Cup, discuss President Donald Trump’s decision to insert himself into the Flo Balogun red card controversy, and explain why ... more

On today's episode, Jason discusses FIFA's controverisal decision to suspend the red card handed down on USA striker Folarin Balogun ahead of USMNT's Round of 10th 6 showdown with Belgium, the incredible showdown between England and Mexico that left ... more

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Recent Guests

Monte Poole
NBC Sports Bay Area Warriors insider
NBC Sports Bay Area
Episode: Hour 3 - Shame on The Bills For Not Honoring OJ Simpson + NBC Sports Bay Area reporter Monte Poole
Boomer Esiason
Former NFL quarterback and broadcaster
Media/Broadcast
Episode: Rob Parker & Kelvin Washington Blast Boomer Esiason's Caitlin Clark Take After WNBA Controversy
Mitch Lawrence
Sirius XM NBA Radio host
Sirius XM
Episode: Hour 2 - More Bad News for the Detroit Lions + Sirius XM NBA Radio host Mitch Lawrence
Jeremiah Jackson
Baltimore Orioles second baseman
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: Inside the Parker - Mets Still Stink, Ohtani's Beef + Baltimore Orioles 2B Jeremiah Jackson
Richard Jefferson
ESPN NBA analyst on the panel
ESPN
Episode: Hour 2 - Ant-Man Will Be the Next Star on the Move!
Israel Gutierrez
Co-host of Stugotz and Company on Fox Sports Radio
Fox Sports Radio
Episode: Hour 2 - AJ Dybantsa Had to Go #1 Over Darryn Peterson + ‘Stugotz and Company’ co-host Israel Gutierrez
Mike Heller
Longtime Milwaukee sports radio host, host of the I Love Mondays podcast
I Love Mondays / Milwaukee media
Episode: Hour 3 - Jaylen Brown Has To Get Out of Boston + 'I Love Mondays' podcast host Mike Heller
Barry Larkin
Hall of Fame shortstop and Reds broadcaster
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: Inside the Parker - MLB Father-Son Duos, Ohtani's Usage Rate + World Series champion Barry Larkin
Stephen Sager
Fox Sports Radio reporter
Fox Sports Radio
Episode: Hour 2 - Victor Wembanyama Has Entered His Darth Vader Era

Hosts

Rob Parker
Host of The Odd Couple, Fox Sports Radio
Kelvin Washington
Co-host of The Odd Couple on FOX Sports Radio; provides sports analysis and commentary

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • B

    So funny I listen to you every day

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rice Head
    United States17 days ago
  • Rob Parker is the BEST

    Rob has been doing it better than everyone for a long time now. While I can’t agree with every take, there’s no one else who is doing it with the passion and enthusiasm that he has.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M_rcus
    United Statesa month ago
  • Calm down

    Can we please get Rob to calm down before he strokes out. Jesus. Wemby was ballin’

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jj 8024
    United States2 months ago
  • Unbearable takes

    Rob Parker is insufferable, as a person and podcaster. He has the pettiest takes, and it makes this show a non-option

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Unapologetic-1
    United States2 months ago
  • Is KW ok after Klay dumped Megan?

    KW, the Simp Doctor was out here praising Klay for tapping Megan Thee Stallion, like her goodies are some type of come up? Mannnnnnn we already know YOUR WIFE RUNS YOU! KW is the most FEMININE Yo Yo in sports media! He’s even worse than Emmanuel Acho!

    Liberal Men acting like Women has crushed this country! Tell me I’m wrong! I’ll wait……

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frankwhitenyking
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the host banter and blunt takes, fueling engaging debates.
Some criticisms note off-putting interruptions and one-sided perspectives.
Positive mentions often highlight guest insights and energy of episodes.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#66
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#84
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#86
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#40
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#61
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#125
Germany/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hour 2- Mark Medina and NBA offseason
Q: How might the potential punishment affect the draft selections and team strategies around the five spot?
Medina explains that if a punishment is levied, a draft pick around five could be involved, and teams may adjust plans for players like Darius Acuff and other five-name candidates.
Hour 2- Mark Medina and NBA offseason
Q: What is your read on the pace of the investigation and when we might see a final decision?
Medina suggests the process is slow but moving toward finality, with emphasis on getting the outcome right, and notes the draft is approaching as a potential turning point for how teams and leagues respond.
Hour 1 - The USMNT Coach Just Doesn't Get It + FOX Sports MLB reporter and columnist Deesha Thosar
Q: Host: Do you think the coach deserved congratulations for advancing from the group despite the loss?
Guest or host summarizes that journalists should focus on the story and performance rather than celebrating outputs like advancing, emphasizing that the press coverage remains professional and not celebratory.
Hour 3 - Caitlin Clark's Toxic Fanbase is the Biggest Problem
Q: What is your take on Boomer Esiason's comments about Caitlin Clark?
They're hypocritical and misguided, reflecting a broader pattern of attacking her based on gender and race rather than evaluating her performance.
Hour 1 - The New York Knicks Saved the NBA + The Athletic's Jared Weiss
Q: How big was it for the NBA to have this Knicks-Spurs storyline and the Finals resonance?
It was monumental, serving as a catalyst that drew in casual fans, highlighted New York's impact, and elevated the league's global profile, with Brunson emerging as a defining player of the era.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Odd Couple

What is The Odd Couple about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, high-energy sports talk show mixs provocative takes with guest insights across NBA, NFL, and MLB narratives. Episodes routinely pivot from hot-button team storylines (e.g., owner leadership, playoff pivots, and roster decisions) to broader discussions on leadership, analytics vs. intuition, and media dynamics, often punctuated with caller banter and sponsor reads. Frequent crossovers with prominent analysts and former players help ground opinions in experience while the hosts' spirited banter and bold stances keep the pace brisk and entertaining. The show stands out for its candid, no-holds-barred tone, willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, and seamless blending of sports analysis with pop culture riffs and interactive audi... more

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2. Boomer Esiason
3. Mitch Lawrence
4. Jeremiah Jackson
5. Richard Jefferson
6. Israel Gutierrez
7. Mike Heller
8. Barry Larkin

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