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The Rich Eisen Show

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The Rich Eisen Show mixes expert sports analysis with pop culture, humor and insightful interviews. Rich attracts the most recognizable names across sports and entertainment from athletes and coaches like Deion Sanders, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, and Aaron Rodgers, to celebrities like Larry David, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Oscar winners Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Regina King, and Morgan Freeman. The Emmy-nominated show originates out of Los Angeles and airs live weekdays Noon-3PM ET/9AM-Noon PT on Disney+, ESPN+ and on ESPN Radio and SiriusXM Channel 80 nationally. In addition, the show is available on-demand with ESPN Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify and other podcast platforms. Eisen said, "After all these years of seeing TV add 10 pounds, I'm hoping phones and tablets will only add 5.

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The Rich Eisen Show mixes expert sports analysis with pop culture, humor and insightful interviews. Rich attracts the most recognizable names across sports and entertainment from athletes and coaches like Deion Sanders, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, and Aaron Rodgers, to celebrities like Larry David, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Oscar winners Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Regina King, and Morgan Freeman. The Emmy-nominated show originates out of Los Angeles and airs live weekdays Noon-3PM ET/9AM-Noon PT on Disney+, ESPN+ and on ESPN Radio and SiriusXM Channel 80 nationally. In addition, the show is available on-demand with ESPN Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify and other podcast platforms. Eisen said, "After all these years of seeing TV add 10 pounds, I'm hoping phones and tablets will only add 5.

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English


Episodes
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Hour 3: What’s More Likely, NFL Week 4’s Top Games, plus Kevin Pollak In-Studio

9/26/2025
Rich weighs in on Cowboys owner Jerry Jones throwing shade a Micah Parsons ahead of Dallas hosting the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Micah Parsons and the Green Bay Packers taking on the Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys, Jaxon Dart’s first NFL start, the Chiefs possibly falling to 1-3, Baker Mayfield, Caleb Williams, Carson Wentz, Cal Raleigh, and more. Actor Kevin Pollak joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of ‘Tulsa King’ on Paramount+, the state of his beloved San Francisco 49ers, shares some great stories about making ‘A Few Good Men’ with Tom Cruise and Jack Nicholson, and more. Rich previews the biggest matchups in NFL Week 4 including Vikings vs Steelers, Colts vs Rams, Eagles vs Buccaneers, Ravens vs Chiefs, Packers vs Cowboys, and Chargers vs Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:31

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Hour 2: Arizona Cardinals Concerns, plus Hall of Famer Steve Young

9/26/2025
Rich breaks down the Arizona Cardinals falling to 2-2 on the season after their Thursday Night Football loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and the guys react to Team USA getting trounced early on at the Ryder Cup. Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve Young and Rich discuss how the NFL shortening the preseason has impacted the regular season over the last two seasons, Russell Wilson’s cloudy NFL future, if Chargers QB Justin Herbert has reach the “elite” level, what’s ailing the 1-2 Kansas City Chiefs, if the 3-0 49ers are legit contenders, his belief in Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield, and Micah Parsons’ revenge game as the Packers take on the Cowboys in Week 4. Rich previews Jaxson Dart’s first NFL start for the New York Giants in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:24

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Hour 1: Are the Seahawks are Legit? Russ HOF Debate, plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero

9/26/2025
Rich weighs in on Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks improving to 3-1 with a Thursday Night Football win over the Arizona Cardinals. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the injury status of Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, Jets QB Justin Fields, Texans RB Joe Mixon, and Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy, reveals the reasons behind the New York Giants benching Russell Wilson for rookie QB Jaxson Dart, and discusses the pressure on the Atlanta Falcons and Tennessee Titans to get their struggling offenses sorted out. Rich and the guys debate if Russell Wilson’s sub-par play over the last few seasons have cost him a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:24

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NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin

9/25/2025
Jim is joined by friend and NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin. The Cowboys legend discusses the state of the Cowboys and his thoughts on Micah Parsons' trade to Green Bay, his opinions on what he could have done to keep Parsons in Dallas, and what Jerry Jones had asked him to do to help. Irvin also discusses his lifelong relationships with Deion Sanders and details who was the toughest defensive back he's ever faced. In this revealing interview, "The Playmaker" also opens up about the emotional challenges of caring for his wife, who is afflicted with early onset Alzheimer's disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:03:36

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Hour 3: NFL Week 4 ‘Higher Register,’ plus Comedian Dan Soder In-Studio

9/25/2025
The guys react to Green Bay Packers LB Micah Parsons’ latest comments about heading to Dallas to play the Cowboys for the first time since being traded by Jerry Jones. Rich, Brockman and TJ offer up their not-quite-ringing endorsements of the Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, and Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty in the NFL Week 4 edition of ‘Higher Register.’ Actor/comedian Dan Soder joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘The Golden Retriever of Comedy’ tour, explains why he, a die-hard 49ers fan, won’t attend the Super Bowl in the Niners’ home stadium if they reach the title game this season, says if thinks there will ever be a ‘Billions’ revival along with revealing that unforgivable thing he did when shooting a scene with Damian Lewis, and more. The guys reveal who wins on Thursday Night Football between the Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:29

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Hour 2: The Giants’ Jaxson Dart Gamble, plus NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah

9/25/2025
Rich reacts to Jaxson Darts’ first comments since officially being named the New York Giants starting QB for Week 4 over Russell Wilson. NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich what Dart can bring to the Giants’ offense that Russell Wilson was unable to do consistently, why the 3-0 Los Angeles Chargers could win it all this season, previews Chiefs vs Ravens and Eagles vs Buccaneers, breaks down the NFC North and NFC West, weighs in on Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning’s uneven start to the season, and calls out lifelong Yankees fan Mike Del Tufo for switching his rooting interests to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:15

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Hour 1: 49ers Insider Matt Maiocco, plus Cal Raleigh 60th Home Run Reactions

9/25/2025
Rich reacts to Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh becoming just the 6th player in MLB history to hit 60 home runs in a season and says if the “Big Dumper” has a chance to beat out Yankees slugger Aaron Judge for American League MVP honors. NBC Sports Bay Area’s Matt Maiocco and Rich discuss the impact of the season-ending ACL injury to 49ers DE Nick Bosa, when QB Brock Purdy could return from his turf toe injury, what the re-turn of Robert Saleh as Defensive Coordinator has meant to the Niners’ young roster, head coach Kyle Shanahan’s penchant for developing quarterbacks, and more. Rich and the guys weigh in on the latest on the Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels’ status for Week 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:16

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Hour 3: Detroit Tigers’ Collapse, MLB Adopts ABS, plus Zac Brown In-Studio

9/24/2025
Rich weighs in on the Detroit Tigers collapse and their first-place tie in the AL Central with the surging Cleveland Guardians, the Mets’ slim hold on the final NL Wild Card spot, and explains why he’s a big fan of MLB adopting the ABS challenge system for the 2026 season. Grammy winner Zac Brown joins Rich in-studio to discuss his upcoming ‘Love & Fear’ album and show at the Sphere in Las Vegas, reveals how he, a die-hard Falcons fan, went from high to low performing before Super Bowl LI only to witness Atlanta blow a 28-3 lead to Tom Brady’s New England Patriots, reveals what makes for a great song, talks Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton and more. Rich reacts to Giants head coach Brian Daboll officially announcing that rookie Jaxson Dart will start for New York in Week 4 over Russell Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:47

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Hour 2: NFL Week 4 Power Rankings, Syracuse Head Coach Fran Brown

9/24/2025
Syracuse head coach Fran Brown and Rich discuss the Orange’s mindset following their upset win at Clemson and building a culture of winning, replacing starting QB Steve Angeli after his season-ending Achilles injury, why he likes NIL and the Transfer Portal, and more. They guys react to Syracuse alum Brockman mistaking Will Howard for Kyle McCord during the Fran Brown interview. Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 4, and doubles down on his take that the Cincinnati Bengals’ season isn’t over with backup Jake Browning at the helm for the injured Joe Burrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:35

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Hour 1: Micah Parsons vs Cowboys, Top 5 Revenge Games, plus Kurt Warner

9/24/2025
Rich previews Cowboys vs Packers in Week 4 in Micah Parsons’ first game against Dallas since Jerry Jones traded the All-Pro LB to Green Bay, and reveals his list of all-time NFL revenge games including Tom Brady vs the Patriots, Deion Sanders vs the Falcons, Randy Moss vs the Cowboys, Joe Montana vs the 49ers, Brett Favre vs the Packers and Steve Smith Sr. vs the Panthers. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich discuss Parsons’ return to Dallas, the New York Giants’ decision to start rookie QB Jaxson Dart over Russell Wilson, his level of concern for the 1-2 Baltimore Ravens and Kanas City Chiefs, what the Philadelphia Eagles showed in their Week 3 comeback win vs the L.A. Rams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield’s penchant for late-game heroics, the early-season struggles of 2nd-year QBs Michael Penix Jr. and Bo Nix, and more. Rich and the guys react to the latest injury news on Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:24

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Reactions to Wrestlepolooza, Monday Night Raw and an interview with The Miz

9/23/2025
O'Shea and TJ react to their weekend at WWE Wrestlepolooza in Indianapolis. They discuss the fight results and their conversations with WWE Superstars Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, CM Punk, AJ Lee, and Bron Breakker. The guys also talk about their experience hosting the ESPN Preshow. Also, in an NCW exclusive, The Miz talks about what winning the WWE Championship meant to him and reveals his "bar fight crew". Plus, you won't believe what The Miz says about Logan Paul. Finally, O'Shea and TJ give their reactions about what happened between The Kabuki Warriors and Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley on Monday Night Raw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:39:26

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Hour 3: Overreaction Tuesday, plus Mark Schlereth Talks Giants, Chiefs, Jeanty & More

9/23/2025
FOX Sports NFL Analyst/Stinkin Truth Podcast host Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss the unimpressive start to the season for highly-touted Raiders rookie RB Ashton Jeanty, Jared Goff’s command of the Detroit Lions’ offense, his level of concern for the Baltimore Ravens, Kansas City Chiefs, and Dallas Cowboys, explains why benching Russell Wilson for rookie QB Jaxson Dart is the right thing for the New York Giants to do, and names the best team in the NFL through three weeks of play. Rich and Cowboys fan TJ react to Jerry Jones’ comments ahead of Dallas facing Micah Parsons and the Green Bay Packers in Week 4. In ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ Rich says if the Detroit Lions are the class of the NFC, weighs in on the high stakes for the Chiefs vs Ravens in Week 4, says if the Buffalo Bills or Los Angeles Chargers will be the AFC’s top seen when the playoffs roll around, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:47

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Hour 2: Ravens Concern Level, plus Actor Rob Lowe In-Studio

9/23/2025
Rich weighs in on the Baltimore Ravens falling to 1-2 on the season after their NFL Week 3 loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football. Rob Lowe joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his FOX gameshow ‘The Floor,’ if the Los Angeles Dodgers should use Shohei Ohtani out of the bullpen during the playoffs, reveals that he went full fanboy the first time he met Robert Redford, shares a great story about meeting Martin Sheen long before they co-star on ‘West Wing’ together, and recaps his appearance as a 15-year-old on ‘Pyramid,’ and much more. Rich debates whether or not the 49ers should trade for Cincinnati Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson in the wake of Nick Bosa’s season-ending ACL injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:29

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Hour 1: Russ Benched for Dart, Lions’ Statement Game, plus Bills RB James Cook

9/23/2025
Rich breaks down the Detroit Lions’ 38-30 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football to wrap up NFL Week 3 (timestamp), and reacts to the New York Giants naming rookie Jaxson Dart the starting QB over Russell Wilson for their Week 4 game against the Chargers. Bills RB James Cook and Rich discuss Buffalo’s 3-0 start, living up to his new contract, what Josh Allen is like in the huddle, the team’s Super Bowl aspirations, and his brand-new cookie. Rich and Brockman debate what’s at stake for Brian Daboll and the Giants’ front office in naming Dart their starting QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:31

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Hour 3: Ethan Hawke In-Studio, Chargers atop AFC West, Nick Bosa’s Torn ACL

9/22/2025
Rich reacts to Justin Herbert leading the Chargers to an unbeaten start with three-straight wins over their AFC West rivals to kick off the season, says why the Las Vegas Raiders need to uncork rookie RB Ashton Jeanty sooner rather than later, and weighs in on the Kansas City Chiefs avoiding an 0-3 start with a Sunday Night Football win over the New York Giants. Actor Ethan Hawke joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘The Lowdown’ show on FX, and reveals why he rooted for the Dallas Cowboys growing up, and shares some great stories about making ‘Dead Poets Society,’ ‘Training Day,’ ‘Reality Bites’ and getting mistaken for Kevin Bacon and Sugar Ray lead singer Mark McGrath in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich reacts to the breaking news that 49ers DE Nick Bosa will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:05

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Hour 2: Browns Stun Packers, More Baker Bucs Heroics, Backup QBs, Dabo’s Meltdown

9/22/2025
Rich reacts to the Cleveland Browns surprising upset of the Green Bay Packers in Week 3, (timestamp) and to yet another Baker Mayfield-led comeback as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-mained unbeaten while handing the 0-3 New York Jets another loss under new HC Aaron Glenn. Rich weighs in on how backups Jake Browning, Carson Wentz, Marcus Mariota, Mac Jones and Tyrod Taylor fared in their Week 3 starts for the Bengals, Vikings, Commanders, 49ers, and Jets. Syracuse alum Brockman reacts to the Orange’s upset win over Clemson to drop Dabo Swinney’s Tigers to 1-3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:34

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Hour 1: Eagles-Rams Reactions, Unbeaten Colts, Should Giants Bench Russ Debate

9/22/2025
Rich weighs in on the Philadelphia Eagles’ stunning comeback against the Los Angeles Rams after trailing 26-7 in the second half, reacts to Daniel Jones leading the Indianapolis Colts to a 3-0 start on the season (timestamp), debates if it’s time for the 0-3 New York Giants to bench Russell Wilson for rookie QB Jaxson Dart, and breaks down the Chicago Bears boat racing the Dallas Cowboys in Caleb Williams’ best game as a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:33

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NFL Week 3: Herbert is MVP, Packers Fall, Bears Rise, Bengals Cooked & More

9/22/2025
A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: 2:00 - it feels like there's only 5 teams that can win the Super Bowl 6:25 - Justin Herbert is the NFL MVP through the season's first 3 weeks 8:55 - The Colts are a top 5 team in the NFL and Indiana Jones will be an MVP finalist 13:15 - We all crowned the Packers too early; Sunday is who they really are 15:30 - The Bears will finish in the top 2 in the NFC North 19:50 -The Bengals' season is cooked; they will be drafting in the top 10 next year 22:40 - The Seahawks made the right move swapping Geno for Darnold 26:20 - Cam Skattebo is who we wish Ashton Jeanty was 31:30 - The Rams are the only NFC threat to the Eagles getting back to the Super Bowl 34:15 - The Buccaneers have a team of destiny feel to them after 3 games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:40:33

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Hour 3: ‘What’s More Likely’ plus Rich’s Top 5 NFL Week 3 Matchups

9/19/2025
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Packers, Chargers, Bills, Dolphins, Chiefs, Colts, Rams-Eagles, Jake Browning vs Carson Wentz, the Jets, Saints, Cowboys-Bears, Travis Kelce, Chistian McCaffrery, Bijan Robinson, and more. Rich and the guys debate if the Dodgers should use Shohei Ohtani as a starter or out of the bullpen in the playoffs, and Rich ranks NFL Week 3’s top matchups including Lions vs Ravens, Broncos vs Chargers, Bengals vs Vikings, Steelers vs Patriots, and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:21

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Hour 2: ESPN’s Marcus Spears Talks Tua, 49ers, Rams, Chargers & More

9/19/2025
The guys preview the upcoming special edition of ‘No-Contest Wrestling’ leading into the WWE’s Wrestlepalooza event in Indianapolis this weekend, and Rich reacts to Las Vegas Raiders rookie RB Ashton Jeanty’s comments about his lack of usage two weeks into the season. ESPN’s Marcus Spears and Rich weigh in on Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins falling to 0-3 on the season, if the Buffalo Bills are the best team in the NFL, where the Green Bay Packers rank in the NFC hierarchy, what the Cincinnati Bengals can expect out of backup QB Jake Browning filling in for Joe Burrow over the next 3 months, discuss his faith in 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, and if the Los Angeles Rams or Chargers have a better shot to reach the Super Bowl this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:46:23