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Kyle "KBNoSwag" Bauer and his legion of friends; Nick, Brandon Walker, Rone, Lil Sas, Kate, Steven Cheah and Big Cat gather each weekday at 1PM ET Live on the Barstool Yak YouTube to talk about exclusively the most important topics of the day. This is the podcast version of that show. 10x.

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"No, I don't know you." You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/barstoolyak

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Steven Cheah finally admits defeat

You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/barstoolyak

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Recent Guests

Don Gorske
A longtime Big Mac enthusiast and Guinness World Records title holder for most Big Macs eaten
Independent individual known for Big Macs
Episode: Interviewing The World's #1 Big Mac Fan, Don Gorske | The Yak 3-6-26
Mike Vrabel
Former NFL Linebacker and current Head Coach of the Tennessee Titans
Tennessee Titans
Episode: Revisiting Dana's Beer Trip to Nashville | The Yak 2-24-26
Ian Cobble
Master sommelier and wine expert.
Not specified
Episode: RG3 Stops by and Joins Cheah's Wine Tasting Adventure | The Yak 2-4-26
Max Perrin
Pilot who discussed experiences and phenomena observed during flights.
Episode: A Deep Dive Into Post-Avatar Depression Syndrome | The Yak 12-2-25
Caleb James
Sports blogger and film analyst
Arrowhead Pride
Episode: Barstool Idol is Back and One Contestant MUST Be Eliminated | The Yak 12-1-25
Darth Maul
Special guest appearance
Episode: Case Race Part 8: A Yak Thanksgiving | The Yak 11-26-25
CM Punk
Professional wrestler and WWE star
WWE
Episode: CM Punk Stops By and Mikey Reveals What Grinds His Gears | The Yak 11-19-25
Joel Clatt
College football analyst
Fox Sports
Episode: Sas is Here Amid the Biggest Gauntlet Controversy to Date | The Yak 11-13-25
Mike Cannon
Comedian and podcast guest
Episode: Big Cat Masterminds the Biggest Wheel Twist of All Time | The Yak 10-24-25

Hosts

Kyle Bauer
Host of The Yak; regular on Barstool's daily show.
Big Cat
Host/Co-host known for high-energy banter and recurring bits.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 6.4k ratings
  • Awful

    This show sucks now, not funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    schweattyd
    United States10 days ago
  • cant listen to kb

    just take a week off jesus

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billings, mt
    United Statesa month ago
  • This Show Gives Me Life

    Everyday around 1PM ET, I feel like ending it. Everyday, this show pulls me back from the edge. Thank you, gentlemen, and Kate. Love <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigDawgPee
    United States2 months ago
  • ASMR

    Pretty sure Big Cat is only creating bits that are terrible for the audio only listeners. I knew it was Lucas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jx2alluponu
    United States2 months ago
  • 8/27 Ep

    WHO FORGOT TO PUSH THE BUTTON??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CClintBB
    United States7 months ago

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Consistency in daily episodes helps fans rely on regular entertainment.
The show's energy and inside jokes are a strong draw for long-time listeners.
Fans love the fast-paced, chaotic banter and camaraderie.
Many praise guests and unpredictable humor, while a few criticize the host dynamics or certain bits.
Some listeners crave tighter segments and dislike recurring negativity.

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Apple Podcasts
#44
United States/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#59
Canada/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#208
China/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#218
Singapore/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#231
New Zealand/Comedy

Talking Points

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Big Cat Surprises Us With a MASSIVE Guest in the Future | The Yak 2-27-26
Q: What's the significance of the upcoming guest Green Greg?
Green Greg is a notable personality praised for his entertaining contributions to their previous shows, and his appearance is highly anticipated by the hosts and their audience.
Danny Put Together the Worst Valentines Day Fit Ever | The Yak 2-16-26
Q: Where's Savannah Guthrie's mom?
There's theories that this might be an inside job and it's getting weirder.
Dave Portnoy Has to Rewrite His Book From Scratch | The Yak 2-3-26
Q: Are you a strip club guy? Have you been to many here in San Francisco?
No, I went to one because they used to have an open mic there.
Dave Portnoy Has to Rewrite His Book From Scratch | The Yak 2-3-26
Q: Are you concerned with that?
Yes, I am concerned about injury during the race.
Cheah's Jaguar Hair is an ABSOLUTE HIT | The Yak 2-2-26
Q: What do you think of the haircut?
You look hot; it's a trendy haircut for a 25-year-old.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Yak

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

The show blends fast, casual banter with sports, pop culture, and everyday life, featuring a rotating lineup of long-time friends and regulars who riff on current events, humorous bets, and offbeat segments. Episodes frequently lean into sports banter, food obsessions (notably Big Macs), personal anecdotes, and lighthearted competition, with guests ranging from celebrities to comedians and athletes. The format is high-energy, improvisational, and gear-shifted by running gags, making it a reliable destination for fans of witty camaraderie, competitive humor, and Insider-style banter about daily life.

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The Yak launched 6 years ago and published 911 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Yak include:

1. Don Gorske
2. Mike Vrabel
3. Ian Cobble
4. Max Perrin
5. Caleb James
6. Darth Maul
7. CM Punk
8. Joel Clatt

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