In The Building

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  Episode #627

  Can Seattle FIX Trevon Diggs? Midlife Crisis & Europe's Deadly Heat | In the Building | EP. 627

  Aug 19, 20261h 9m

  Trevon Diggs has another opportunity, this time in Seattle, and Mike and Rudy wonder if landing with a talented, no-nonsense organization could be exactly the wake-up call he needs. The guys look back at Diggs' Cowboys tenure, the talent that earned him a massive contract, the distractions that followed, and why sometimes getting fired or cut is what finally forces an athlete to get his career back on track. Then Mike's long drive home from Dallas sparks one of the more personal conversations on ITB. Is the classic "midlife crisis" actually a crisis, or are people in their 40s and 50s finally reaching a point where they can start doing things for themselves? Mike and Rudy introduce the idea of "midlife enlightenment" while opening up about leaving traditional sports radio, building In The Building , career uncertainty, family, money and why neither would trade their current freedom to go back. The show also gets into the deadly impact of extreme heat in Europe, where a lack of widespread air conditioning creates a much different situation than Texans are used to. Then Christian Bale earns the ITB Reach Around for spearheading a $22 million foster care village in California designed to help keep siblings together instead of separating them in the foster system. Topics Covered: Trevon Diggs gets another opportunity in Seattle Can a new organization get Diggs back on track? Why some athletes need to get cut before they change Mike's marathon drive from Dallas back to San Antonio Is the "midlife crisis" completely misunderstood? Mike and Rudy create the Midlife Enlightenment Buying the car, taking the trip and doing something for yourself Mike reflects on finally taking a guys' trip with his dad Leaving sports radio and betting on In The Building Why Mike and Rudy don't regret walking away from traditional radio Pelón reflects on turning 34 and changing his own career The crew reveals their hypothetical midlife-crisis purchases Extreme heat and the lack of central A/C in parts of Europe Christian Bale's $22 million foster care village LT Electric Slide What You're Watching Wednesday Rory McIlroy vs. LIV Golf People I Want to Punch Key Moments: Mike and Rudy agree that if Seattle can't get something out of Trevon Diggs, his NFL career could be in serious trouble. A conversation about midlife crises turns into something much bigger, with the guys arguing that buying the car or taking the trip doesn't necessarily mean you're having a crisis. "Midlife enlightenment" is officially born as Mike and Rudy encourage people not to wait until they're old to start enjoying what they've worked for. Mike gets personal about leaving iHeartRadio three years ago and says that despite the challenges of building ITB, he wouldn't trade the freedom to go back. Rudy says he feels the same way about leaving traditional radio, even after taking a financial step backward to build something of his own. The LT Electric Slide asks whether the guys would take $5 million if it meant never eating at a restaurant again , and that money gets accepted QUICK. Christian Bale gets major love for helping create a foster community designed to keep brothers and sisters together. Rory McIlroy catches a punch for his attitude toward LIV golfers potentially returning to the PGA Tour. Episode 627 starts with Trevon Diggs and somehow becomes a conversation about what happens when you realize life is moving fast. Between Mike and Rudy reflecting on leaving radio, taking chances, spending time with family and refusing to wait to enjoy life, there's a little more substance than usual mixed in with the normal ITB insanity. And yes, somehow the conversation also includes man wigs, leg-lengthening surgery and whether grown men should sleep naked. #InTheBuilding #ITBPodcast #TrevonDiggs #SeattleSeahawks #DallasCowboys #CowboysNation #NFL #MidlifeCrisis #MidlifeEnlightenment #ChristianBale #MikeTaylor #RudyJay #Pelon #SanAntonio #SportsTalk #SportsPodcast #TexasSports #PGA #RoryMcIlroy #LIVGolf #YouTubePodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #626

  Kawhi CLEARED?! NFL Goes Global & Gina Gets Her Shine Box | In the Building | EP. 626

  Aug 18, 202656 min

  Mike is broadcasting from his hometown of Fort Worth, and being back in the Metroplex immediately forces him to reconsider years of trashing San Antonio drivers. Dallas traffic, Austin traffic, New York mass transit and the insanity of getting around major cities kick off the show before the guys get into a Cowboys team that suddenly has Mike feeling dangerously optimistic. Von Miller is officially in Dallas on a one-year deal, and Mike and Rudy love the low-risk addition of a future Hall of Fame pass rusher who says he can still "roll out of bed and get sacks." Back in San Antonio, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones' continued push against Project Marvel gets hammered by Mike and Rudy after City Council votes down the effort to put the issue back on the ballot. The guys argue the voters and council have now spoken and it's time to move forward. The frustration gets strong enough for Mike to declare the mayor an early favorite for ITB's annual D-Bag of the Year tournament. Meanwhile, Roger Goodell says he has "no doubt" the NFL will eventually have teams outside the United States, sparking a debate over whether permanent franchises in Europe could actually work. In Los Angeles, the Buss family is reportedly divided over control of the Lakers, while the guys discuss why the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard may avoid major punishment if there's no evidence directly connecting Steve Ballmer to the alleged payments at the center of the controversy. Topics Covered: San Antonio City Council votes down the latest Project Marvel push Mike and Rudy unload on Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones The early favorite for ITB's D-Bag of the Year Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers could avoid major punishment Steve Ballmer's role in the Clippers controversy Buss family drama surrounding control of the Lakers Jeanie Buss vs. her siblings Roger Goodell says international NFL teams are inevitable Could an NFL franchise actually work in Europe? Why Mexico City and Toronto make more sense to the guys Von Miller officially becomes a Dallas Cowboy Why Mike is getting dangerously optimistic about the Cowboys Dak Prescott and Dallas' revamped roster Dallas traffic makes Mike apologize to San Antonio drivers Why New York is easier to navigate than major Texas cities Mass transit in Texas Remembering ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard A potential ITB Texas music countdown ITB Jam Session?! Key Moments: After years of destroying San Antonio drivers, Mike experiences Dallas traffic and admits terrible driving might just be a big-city problem. Von Miller's contract and his comments about still being able to get sacks have Mike even more excited about the Cowboys. Mike says he's currently leaning toward picking Dallas to win the NFC East , while insisting he's not ready to say Super Bowl. Mayor Gina's Project Marvel push gets voted down by City Council, prompting Mike to break out the "go get your shine box" line. Goodell's use of the word "teams" gets the guys wondering just how ambitious the NFL's international plans really are. The crew debates whether London, Germany or other European markets could support an NFL franchise for an entire season rather than a couple of showcase games. Kawhi somehow finds himself in another controversy where Mike and Rudy wonder if he's going to walk away untouched yet again. The guys remember ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard and immediately start kicking around the idea of ranking the greatest Texas songs. Final Thoughts: Episode 626 goes from San Antonio politics to international NFL expansion, Lakers dysfunction, Kawhi drama and a Cowboys team that's slowly sucking Mike back in. Throw in Dallas traffic, ZZ Top, lifetime chickens from Von Miller and the possibility of an ITB jam session, and the show finds plenty of ways to get off the rails before Mike gets kicked out of his temporary Fort Worth studio. #InTheBuilding #ITBPodcast #KawhiLeonard #LAClippers #SteveBallmer #NBA #LosAngelesLakers #Lakers #JeanieBuss #NFL #RogerGoodell #DallasCowboys #CowboysNation #VonMiller #DakPrescott #SanAntonio #ProjectMarvel #SanAntonioSpurs #Spurs #GinaOrtizJones #ZZTop #MikeTaylor #RudyJay #SportsTalk #SportsPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #625

  Cowboy Von Miller & LeBron Joins YouTube | In the Building | EP. 625

  Aug 17, 20261h 8m

  The Cowboys add another big name to the defense with Von Miller , and ITB gives the move two enthusiastic thumbs up. Mike and Rudy explain why a low-risk deal for a veteran pass rusher makes sense, especially after Miller recorded 9.5 sacks last season in a part-time role. Nobody expects prime Von Miller, but adding his pass-rushing ability, experience and championship pedigree has Mike feeling even more confident about Dallas heading into the season. He's even leaning toward picking the Cowboys to win the NFC East. The conversation then gets futuristic when Mike shares video of a Walmart order being delivered directly to a home by drone . That leads to a bigger discussion about Waymo, AI, automation, disappearing jobs and why younger generations may need to seriously consider learning skilled trades. The technology train isn't coming back to the station, so the question becomes how people adapt to it. LeBron James is adapting just fine. The guys welcome LeBron to YouTube after he launches a golf-focused channel and racks up hundreds of thousands of subscribers almost immediately. That sparks a larger conversation about athletes becoming content creators, why having a famous name doesn't automatically make a great podcast, and the difference between celebrity-driven content and people who have spent years learning how to entertain an audience. Topics Covered: Von Miller joins the Dallas Cowboys Why the Cowboys' low-risk move makes sense Miller's 9.5 sacks last season What Von can bring to the Cowboys defense Mike considers picking Dallas to win the NFC East Why NFL preseason football does absolutely nothing for the guys Texas A&M football expectations The Aggies' viral, very grown-looking defensive end The explosion of former athletes starting podcasts Why playing professional sports doesn't automatically make someone a great broadcaster Remembering Tommy John and his impact on baseball Remembering Cowboys great John Niland and the legend of "Johnny Nightlife" Drone delivery arrives at a house Waymo, AI and the future of automation Why skilled trades could become even more valuable LeBron James launches a golf-focused YouTube channel LeBron's immediate subscriber explosion Modern music records vs. records from previous eras Another round of People I Want to Punch Key Moments: Rudy initially wonders why another contender didn't grab Von Miller, but the guys quickly agree there's very little downside for Dallas. Learning Miller had 9.5 sacks last season makes Mike even more bullish on what he can contribute as a rotational pass rusher. Mike says that, if forced to pick today, he'd take the Cowboys to win the NFC East , although he's reserving the right to change his mind before the season. Video of a Walmart drone dropping off a package leads to a surprisingly deep conversation about AI, robotics and which careers will survive automation. The guys argue that skilled trades like electrical, HVAC and roofing could become increasingly valuable as technology reshapes the workforce. LeBron's YouTube launch leads Mike and Rudy into a discussion about the flood of athlete podcasts and why celebrity doesn't necessarily equal talent behind a microphone. The show remembers Tommy John , including the experimental surgery that eventually became synonymous with his name and changed baseball forever. Former Cowboys All-Pro guard John Niland , aka "Johnny Nightlife," gets remembered for his career, personality and life away from football. Episode 625 goes from the Cowboys' newest pass rusher to the future of technology in a hurry. Von Miller has Mike's Cowboys confidence climbing, LeBron is officially coming for the YouTube algorithm, and drones are already dropping packages in people's backyards. Add some Aggie roasting, old-school Cowboys stories and a debate about athlete podcasts, and it's another appropriately chaotic day In The Building . #InTheBuilding #ITBPodcast #VonMiller #DallasCowboys #CowboysNation #Cowboys #NFL #NFCeast #LeBronJames #LeBron #YouTube #NBA #Golf #TommyJohn #TexasAM #Aggies #AI #DroneDelivery #MikeTaylor #RudyJay #SanAntonio #TexasSports #SportsTalk #SportsPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #624

  Spurs Take Over TV & The Greatness of Pop | In the Building | EP. 624

  Aug 14, 20261 hour

  The Spurs have entered a completely different era. San Antonio will play a franchise-record 34 nationally televised games , tying for the most in the NBA, and Mike and Rudy explain why the Wembanyama effect has completely changed how the league views the Spurs. From Wemby's global appeal to Castle and Harper bringing even more excitement, the guys make the case that San Antonio might now have the most entertaining team in basketball. The guys also have a full-circle moment watching Gregg Popovich speak at Don Nelson's memorial. Pop's physical recovery is still a work in progress, but hearing him crack jokes, seeing him travel, and knowing he's still texting young Spurs like Carter Bryant reminds everyone how much his presence continues to shape the organization. Mike reflects on how fortunate he's been to cover Pop, Nelson, Tim Duncan, Dirk Nowitzki and some of the greatest figures of their generation. Meanwhile, Jerry Jones apparently keeps watching In The Building . After Mike and Rudy recently declared victory on the Micah Parsons trade, Jerry publicly praised what the Cowboys have been able to do because of the deal. The guys agree Dallas won the trade, but Rudy pumps the brakes on Jerry comparing it to Herschel Walker. If you want that comparison, you better win championships. Topics Covered: Spurs land a franchise-record 34 nationally televised games The Victor Wembanyama effect on the NBA Why the Spurs may be the league's most entertaining team Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper adding to the hype Wemby's growing villain side Gregg Popovich speaks at Don Nelson's memorial Pop's continued involvement with the young Spurs Remembering Don Nelson Mike reflects on covering Pop, Duncan, Dirk and Nellie Jerry Jones reacts to the Micah Parsons trade Why Mike and Rudy believe the Cowboys won the deal Why it's way too early for Herschel Walker comparisons Cowboys expectations after reshaping the defense The Taylor Curse strikes California and the Dodgers Tiger Woods' golf greatness sparks a very ITB question Where were you on 9/11? The upcoming Mike Taylor BBQ Cook-Off Key Moments: Mike and Rudy celebrate the Spurs getting 34 national TV games , a number that would've seemed impossible even during the championship era. The guys argue that Wemby, Castle and Harper have made the Spurs arguably the most entertaining team in the NBA. Seeing Pop speak at Don Nelson's memorial leads to an emotional conversation about his recovery, legacy and continued influence on the organization. Rudy points out that Pop has already passed the Spurs' "secret sauce" to the next generation, even if Mitch Johnson is now running the team. Jerry Jones echoes Mike and Rudy's confidence in the Micah Parsons trade, but his Herschel Walker comparison gets immediately challenged. Rudy brings a Tiger Woods question from another podcast to the show, and exactly the kind of conversation you'd expect from ITB follows. The guys look back at exactly where they were on September 11 and how that day changed America. Episode 624 connects the Spurs' past with their future. Gregg Popovich's influence is still everywhere, but Wemby and this young roster have pushed San Antonio into a level of national attention the franchise has never experienced before. Throw in Jerry Jones, Cowboys arguments, Tiger Woods and some classic ITB tangents, and there's plenty to unpack. #InTheBuilding #ITBPodcast #VictorWembanyama #Wemby #SanAntonioSpurs #Spurs #SpursNation #GreggPopovich #CoachPop #DylanHarper #StephonCastle #NBA #NBASchedule #JerryJones #DallasCowboys #CowboysNation #MicahParsons #NFL #TigerWoods #DonNelson #MikeTaylor #RudyJay #SanAntonio #SportsTalk #SportsPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #623

  Wemby's a Food Snob, Jayden vs. LSU & Berman's ASS?! | In the Building | EP. 623

  Aug 13, 20261h 26m

  Apparently Victor Wembanyama and Mike Taylor have something in common: they're both food snobs. Wemby's comments about preferring food from France and Europe over Texas food kick off a massive conversation about American food, processed ingredients, Mike's recent Michelin-star eating tour through New York City, and why getting older has completely changed the way the guys eat. Pelón's birthday pizza consequences only add to the chaos. Then it's back to sports. Mike and Rudy go after Jayden Daniels over his dispute with LSU surrounding the use of his likeness and No. 5, arguing that winning a Heisman doesn't automatically put him in Joe Burrow territory. The guys also say goodbye to Russell Westbrook after 18 NBA seasons, looking back at the criticism he took throughout his career while giving him credit for playing every night with an intensity that's increasingly rare in the load-management era. Things get more personal when Mike revisits the headlines surrounding Brad Pitt drinking again and explains why the full interview gave him a different perspective than the viral headlines. Lionel Messi's emotional message following his father's death also hits Mike particularly hard after the recent trip he took with his own dad. And just when the episode starts getting too emotional, Chris Berman's disappearing ass arrives to save the day. Topics Covered: Victor Wembanyama isn't impressed with Texas food Why Wemby imports food from France and Europe Mike embraces becoming a food snob Mike's favorite meals from his New York trip Pelón's disastrous post-birthday pizza experience American processed food vs. eating healthier Jayden Daniels' dispute with LSU over his likeness and No. 5 Why the guys say Daniels isn't Joe Burrow Russell Westbrook's 18-season NBA career What OKC got wrong with Westbrook, Kevin Durant and James Harden Brad Pitt opens up about drinking again How headlines distorted Mike's initial reaction to the Brad Pitt story Lionel Messi's emotional message about his father Mike reflects on traveling with his own dad Chris Berman's viral backside sparks an absolutely unnecessary investigation Why leg day becomes more important as you get older The upcoming Mike Taylor BBQ Cook-Off benefiting the San Antonio Miracle League Key Moments: Wemby saying he still prefers European food gives Mike all the ammunition he needs to defend his own increasingly picky eating habits. Mike declares that one of the best bean-and-cheese tacos he's ever had came from New York City, a take that could get him deported from San Antonio. Mike and Rudy call out Jayden Daniels for expecting LSU to treat his No. 5 like Joe Burrow's No. 9. The guys give Russell Westbrook his flowers, remembering a player who could be frustrating but never lacked effort or intensity. Mike explains why reading Brad Pitt's full interview changed his opinion about the actor drinking again and becomes a lesson in not reacting to headlines alone. Messi's message about losing his father leads Mike into a personal conversation about making time for trips and memories with his own dad. A photo of Chris Berman leads to the crew debating where his back ends and his ass begins before Mike turns it into a public service announcement for doing squats. Episode 623 starts with Wemby's food preferences and somehow travels through Michelin-star restaurants, Jayden Daniels vs. LSU, Russell Westbrook's legacy, Brad Pitt, fathers and sons, and Chris Berman's backside. Sports, food, life and completely unnecessary ass analysis. Pretty standard day In The Building . #InTheBuilding #ITBPodcast #VictorWembanyama #Wemby #SanAntonioSpurs #Spurs #JaydenDaniels #LSU #RussellWestbrook #NBA #NFL #WashingtonCommanders #BradPitt #LionelMessi #Messi #ChrisBerman #MikeTaylor #RudyJay #Pelon #SanAntonio #TexasSports #SportsTalk #SportsPodcast #YouTubePodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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