The Big Chill Podcast

The podcast is back, but Eddie's Whoop isn't working, and Frank might have something to do with it. England and India finished up a thrilling series of Test Match Cricket, but how did England throw away the 5th test, and who's to blame for their 2nd innings collapse?

Plus, should babies be allowed in first class on flights? Donald Trump has chosen an interesting selection of athletes and coaches for his MAFA council. And is season ...

In this episode of The Big Chill Podcast, Frank and Eddie dive into the highs and lows of travel adventures. From the chaos of navigating LAX to lost luggage, Frank's recent journeys have been far from ideal. But did his team deliver at his hockey tournament, and how much longer can he keep playing? 

Plus, what does winning the FIFA Club World Cup mean for Chelsea, and why does Eddie think that it is a more revealing loss for PSG t...

Taro Daniel joins The Big Chill Podcast to talk about life as a professional tennis player. Taro speaks about the reality of life on the ATP Tour, including how much players outside of the top 50 actually make and the logistical challenges of a tennis career. He also goes into details about tennis academy life in Spain, the improvements in NCAA tennis, and sponsorships and gear.

Plus, he sheds light on how players reacted to Jannik...

The European heatwave has forced Eddie to finally give in and buy himself an air conditioning unit, but will it cool his apartment? The heat has been causing issues at Wimbledon, but was Taylor Fritz right to be upset that his first-round match was stopped by the curfew? And weather has been a factor at the FIFA Club World Cup, but Eddie thinks that Manchester City, Inter Milan, and some of the other big sides will be secretly plea...

A review of all things Royal Ascot 2025, including the weather, the winners and losers, and Vas' unique communication style. In the NFL, Aaron Rodgers has announced that this will be his last season, but what inspiration can Tyrese Haliburton draw from the Steelers quarterback when it comes to recovering from an Achilles injury? The Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA title, but the big sports news of the week is Lyon being relegated...

It's National Donut Day, but Eddie is afraid that public donut consumption might make it back to Frank. But how should he handle poor gym etiquette and an awkward sauna encounter? Ange Postecoglou is gone at Tottenham, but were Spurs right to get rid of a manager who delivered their first European success and got them back in the Champions League, even if the Premier League season was disastrous? 

Plus, the Pittsburgh Steelers sign...

PSG put in a dominant performance to beat Inter Milan 5-0 in the 2025 Champions League final, but has the aftermath in Paris tainted the celebrations? Eddie explains the damage to the city and why that may overshadow the good performances from Doué, Kvaratskhelia, Vitinha, and company. 

Plus, JJ Watt insists on using mate when talking about Formula One, the Enhanced Games sets records that nobody cares about, and how much of 'The R...

In this episode of the Big Chill Podcast, Frank and Edward discuss adjusting to life in Minnesota, the challenges of organizing a softball team, and the competitive spirit in casual sports. There's also news from the NFL, including the Stefon Diggs controversy, and has this Premier Season brought an end to the 'Big Six', and where will Cristiano Ronaldo end up next? 

Plus, the problem with Season 2 of 'The Last of Us' and why Eddie...

With the football season wrapping up, the FA Cup Final revealed more problems with VAR. And how does Erling Haaland's decision not to take a penalty impact his reputation as a pure goalscorer? Liverpool may have won the Premier League, but Eddie thinks the Trent Alexander-Arnold situation has revealed their supporters' true colors. 

Plus a catch-up on the NBA and NHL Playoffs, some interesting rule changes in the NFL, and Eddie mig...

Frank has completed his move to Minnesota, but his trip included a strange encounter with a man in a bathroom. And Eddie has plenty of food recommendations following his weekend in San Sebastián. Pete Rose's posthumous admission to the baseball Hall of Fame show that the MLB is taking a different approach to handling disgraced former players, but is it the right one? 

Plus, reaction to last week's Champions League Semifinals as Bar...

Liverpool wrapped up the Premier League and secured their 20th top-flight title, but Eddie doubts they'll be able to repeat the feat next season. Wrexham's promotion from League One also puts them one step closer to the Premier League, but the Championship may be their toughest test yet.

The Cleveland Browns finally halted Shedeur Sanders' slide down the 2025 NFL Draft in the 5th round, but is there any justification for the accusa...

Fan favorite Vas has found himself in another complicated dating situation, but does he have a chance? And the NFL Draft threw up a couple of surprises, but were the Browns right to trade down? Will Shadeur Sanders go in the second round? And did the New York Giants make the right move at quarterback?

We're then joined by Rudy Gestede, Head of Football Operations at Blackburn Rovers, to talk about his role at the club, potential pr...

Eddie breaks down his day at The Grove for a corporate golf outing. The start of the NHL and NBA playoffs has filled up some sporting diaries, but can Arsenal make it to a Champions League final? Or will PSG continue their recent European success, and will Barcelona or Inter Milan join them in Munich? 

We're then joined by Brett Johnson, CEO of Benevolent Capital, minority owner of Ipswich Town, and co-founder and owner of Rhode Is...

We're finally getting some great TV, and Frank and Eddie discuss why Season 1 of 'The Pitt' is starting to blow Season 2 of 'Severence' out of the water.

Trey Lance's time with the Dallas Cowboys is coming to an end, and his NFL future is in doubt, but Eddie explains why the former 49ers quarterback has really made a killing in the NFL even after being one of the biggest draft busts in recent years. 

Liverpool's recent League Cup f...

The Champions League threw up little by way of surprises, but Liverpool and Barcelona were both lucky to survive scares. Can PSG or Benfica overturn the odds in the second leg and will any of the other ties throw up surprises? Plus, Myles Garrett became the highest-paid non-quarterback in the history of the NFL following his decision to stay with the Cleveland Browns.

Around 25 minutes in we are joined by Emmet Kennedy of the Final...

Frank makes his long-awaited return to ice hockey, but will McDonald's temporary rebrand as McDavid's help to cool USA-Canada tension? The MLS's reputation has taken a hit as the Houston Dynamos have offered free tickets because of a Messi no-show, and Eddie reacts to the news that the San Francisco 49ers have traded Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders.

Plus, the FA Cup failed to deliver any shocks, and Manchester City look p...

Frank's cousin put in a disappointing performance in a college basketball halftime competition, but Eddie thinks it could be reflective of some larger generational issues. 

In the world of competitive sport, Liverpool can start planning their Premier League title celebrations, but Manchester City are finally showing some improvement. Frank throws out some possible NFL trades - including potential landing spots for Matthew Stafford,...

Frank is rejected by a former co-host, but would he accept Delta's offer for plane crash victims? It looks like the Premier League title race is all but over following Arsenal's latest slip-up and Liverpool's win over Manchester City, but Eddie thinks that Guardiola and and City could bounce back next season.

Plus, the 4 Nations Face-Off delivered drama and entertainment as tensions are high between USA and Canada, but can ice hock...