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Nothing Personal with David Samson
NPDS - Nothing Personal with David Samson is a daily sports podcast hosted by David Samson. David is dedicated to decoding the endless musings of players, owners and others in a concise, articulate and entertaining manner. Samson was in charge of a Major League Baseball team for 18 years, with winning a World Series ring, building a new ballpark, hosting an All-Star game, and buying and selling a franchise, among his many experiences and accomplishments. His breadth of knowledge covers all…
Episodes
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
How will the Super Bowl choose to honor Kobe Bryant (1/28)
Today's word of the day is 'de rien' it's french for 'thank you' (0:06). The sports world can thank me for building Marlins Park as it houses Super Bowl media…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
The death of Kobe Bryant and how the world responded (1/27)
Today's word of the day is 'carpe diem'... When I got word of Kobe Bryant's death the first thing I thought of was work (0:06). This is how the NBA reacted and…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Eli Manning is a Hall of Fame QB now get over it (1/24)
Today's word of the day is 'contagion' as in the coronavirus is spreading (0:06). Eli Manning held a press conference with the Giants to officially announce…
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Will Gritty go to jail? (1/23)
Today's word of the day is 'dedication' as in Maya Moore is dedicated to a cause bigger than the WNBA (0:06). Gritty is being investigated for assault! What…
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Mets and Astros sign-stealing scandal continues (1/22)
Today's word of the day is 'whistleblower' as in Pedro Martinez is upset with Mike Fiers blowing the whistle on the Astros (0:06). Mets have hired Luis Rojas…
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🚨Derek Jeter, Larry Walker, and the Steroid Era of the Baseball Hall of Fame - Emergency Podcast (1/21)
Let’s breakdown the baseball Hall of Fame class of 2020. Obviously we need to start with Derek Jeter and why he wasn’t unanimous. Larry Walker made it by…
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Rockies GM should be inducted to the Hall of Fame of what not to do (1/21)
Today's word of the day is 'prison' as in the drunk driver who hit Chandler Parson's should spend a long time there (0:06). It's Baseball Hall of Fame day and…
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NFL doesn't need Tom Brady in Super Bowl, it has Patrick Mahomes (1/20)
Today's word of the day is 'legacy' as in what is the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. (0:06)? Chiefs-49ers are set to clash in the Super Bowl and the NFL has…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Astros scandal becoming disaster for MLB (1/17)
Today's word of the day is 'contemporaneous' as in dual threat QB Kyler Murray wants to now play baseball again (0:06). Jose Altuve was accused of wearing a…
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Mets, Beltran "mutually" part ways; Beltran's "niece" may end Astros (1/16)
Today's word of the day is '55' for Episode 55 and MJ's 55 points scored against the Bulls (0:06). Carlos Beltran stepped down as Mets manager, but then the…
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Red Sox press conference was a major "what not to do after firing your manager" (1/15)
Today's word of the day was 'electrolyte' as in Tom Brady joked about Julian Edelman needing those after his arrest (0:06). The Red Sox held a press conference…
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🚨Red Sox, Alex Cora "mutually" agree to part ways - Emergency Podcast (1/14)
Alex Cora and the Red Sox have mutually parted ways, as the fallout from the Astros sign-stealing scandal continues. What does it actually mean for Boston? Has…
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MLB makes example out of Houston Astros; Is Alex Cora next? (1/14)
Today's word of the day is 'annihilation' as in Antonio Brown's career is all but over now (0:06). Astros owner Jim Crane did what he needed to do and fired…
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🚨BONUS POD🚨Astros actually fired Jeff Luhnow and AJ Hinch! (1/13)
Houston Astros owner Jim Crane met with the media today after punishment was handed down for sign-stealing. At first GM Jeff Luhnow and Manager AJ Hinch were…
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EVERYTHING you need to know about Houston Astros punishment (1/13)
Today's word of the day is 'grandiloquent' so let me explain what that means (0:06). Wow! Wow! Wow! MLB handed down a historic punishment on the Houston Astros…
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Let me explain what MLB arbitration is (1/10)
Today's word of the day is 'murder' because that's what everyone at Boeing should be charged with (0:06). Today is the day in MLB where players and teams can…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
The NFL gives us the most amazing quotes (1/9)
Today's word of the day is 'bells' because that's all Jerry Jones heard during his sleepover with Mike McCarthy (0:06). Aaron Rodgers had some fun comments on…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
What do Tom Brady and Anthony Davis have in common...(1/8)
Today's word of the day is 'seventeen' and Emmanuel Sanders knows why (0:06). Tom Brady took to Instagram to talk about his future (1:51). Anthony Davis…
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So now the Red Sox join the Astros in the cheaters' circle (1/7)
Today's word of the day is 'Schitt' because Schitt's Creek is BACK (0:06)! David Tepper broke out his check book and will pay BIG money for Matt Rhule... why…
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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made sure NFL playoffs were about him (1/6)
Today's word of the day is 'ecstatic' because I'm finally back (0:06)! Sunday the Dallas Cowboys fired head coach Jason Garrett after one of the most bizarre…
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Nothing Personal Bonus Episode 2 (12/30)
What were the biggest stories of the decade? Let’s discuss. Being the movie buff that I am I’ll give you my list of best movies of the decade. I can’t believe…
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Nothing Personal Bonus Episode 1 (12/23)
The most tweeted about teams and athletes of 2019 will really surprise you (0:06). I'd like to take some time to chat about community service (8:58). It was a…
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The NCAA has a problem that the NBA can easily solve (12/20)
Today's word of the day is 'grievance' and the Yankees have 26 million reasons why (0:06) James Wiseman left Memphis and exposed how big of a problem the NCAA…
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You WON'T BELIEVE Yankees Gerrit Cole's Opt Out Clause (12/18)
Word of the Day - Schadenfreude. Executives and fans share this feeling for rivals. And it's ok! (1:00) Jaguars fire Tom Coughlin. The Owner says he was going…
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Gerrit Cole's Yankee press conference made me laugh (12/18)
Today's word of the day is 'dart' because Fallon Sherrock made some history in the sport (0:06). Gerrit Cole is now a Yankee and his press conference was…
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The NFL should be FURIOUS with the NFLPA
Today's word of the day is 'hippophile' and it's all about Madison Bumgarner (:06). The NFL should be absolutely furious with what transpired between the…
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The New England Patriots cannot be serious! (12/16)
Today's word of the day is 'opportunistic' and it's about Marcus Peters and some beers (0:06). The Patriots are caught up in some more spying accusations and…
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Time to rest Lamar Jackson and what it's like to negotiate with Scott Boras (12/13)
Today's word of the day is 'suspension' as in Dion Waiters' latest suspension should be the end of his time with the Heat (0:06). Lamar Jackson is the best QB…
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MLB Winter Meetings wrapped up and players can now smoke weed (12/12)
Today's word of the day is 'hypermnesia' and it relates to all sports owners (0:06). Anthony Rendon joins Mike Trout in Anaheim, but if they don't add…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Yankees will win a World Series with Gerrit Cole but... (12/11)
Today's word of the day is self 'aggrandizement', yes, that is a word (0:06). Gerrit Cole is rich rich rich and the Yankees were very happy to make that happen…
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Patriots cheated, Jerry Jones flubs a release, and Gerrit Cole's 'mystery team' (12/10)
Today's word of the day is "opt-out" because Stephen Strasburg just secured $145M by using his (0:06). Another SpyGate. Another scandal. Another thing the…
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Nationals Overpaid for Stephen Strasburg, Perfect Storm for Yankees and Gerrit Cole (12/9)
Today's word of the day is "Cartel" after Miss Universe host Steve Harvey gets caught up in another controversy (0:06). Former Marlins President David Samson…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Jerry Jones can't be the owner and GM of the Cowboys anymore (12/6)
Today's word of the day is "slap----" after Blake Snell reacts to the Rays trading away Tommy Pham (0:06). Jerry Jones says he's tired of all the 'losing…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Let me clear things up for Mets fans (12/5)
Today's word of the day is "suspended" after a 49ers radio analyst decided to say some ridiculous things about Lamar Jackson (0:06). Okay Mets fans, this is…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
What a rollercoaster of a day for Mets fans (12/4)
Today's word of the day is 'shuns' and you have Tiger Woods to thank for it (0:06). Zack Wheeler got how much money from the Phillies!? What is that team doing…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Reading comments from the Chicago Cubs and Carolina Panthers make me laugh (12/3)
Today's word of the day is 'productive' as in what's happening between MLB and Bernie Sanders is not productive (0:06). Jerry Jones is back in the news today…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
NFL gambling leads to suspension and the MLB non-tender deadline (12/2)
Today's word of the day is 'true' because I appreciate Dan Quinn's honesty (0:06). Arizona Cardinals DB Josh Shaw has been suspended for at least next season…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Jerry Jones loves keeping the Dallas Cowboys in the news (11/27)
Today's word of the day is 'clique' in honor of the Kansas City Royals new owner (0:06). Jerry Jones is back! Not that he ever left, but he's back and he said…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
From Calgary Flames to Bernie Sanders... just hear me out (11/26)
Today's word of the day is 'Boomer'. Please stop with the 'Ok, Boomer' already (0:06). The Calgary Flames and the NHL are investigating head coach Bill Peters…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
The Dallas Cowboys have become a failure on the field (11/25)
Today's word of the day is 'Gore' (0:06). How many people can name the top three rushers in NFL history? Jerry Jones has turned the Dallas Cowboys into the…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Billion dollar battle for Los Angeles between the Rams and Chargers (11/22)
Word of the day is 'Nerf' - you better know what a Nerf football is (0:06). Let's do a deep dive into the billion dollar battle for Los Angeles between the…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Myles Garrett better have some proof (11/21)
Today's word of the day is 'Penny' because that's how James Wiseman should pay back the NCAA for what his coach did (0:06). Myles Garrett's suspension was…
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So, Orlando wants an MLB team (11/20)
Today's word of the day is 'fifteen' because we're talking hockey (0:06). Orlando wants a baseball team or do they or is it only just a dream (1:30)?…
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From Redskins to Panthers, let's decode some owners (11/19)
Today's word of the day is 'ha*ash' (0:06). Clippers gambled on Kawhi Leonard and Paul George being able to play together, but we've yet to see it (1:02). MLB…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Kaepernick's NFL workout was destined to fall apart (11/18)
Today's word of the day is "gronk'd" as we await his Tuesday announcement (0:06). Colin Kaepernick had a workout this weekend except it was nothing like what…
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Are you not entertained!? (11/15)
Today's word of the day is 'sellout' as in the Notre Dame Fighting Irish home sellout streak is over (0:06). There was mayhem in the NFL last night with Myles…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
‘Stealing Signs’ is just the Astros favorite indie band (11/12)
Today's word of the day is 'mea culpa' because I messed up (0:06). I am sorry. Move on. Houston Astros make headlines again after The Athletic uncovered them…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Here, have a gummy (11/11)
Today's word of the day is in honor of Sesame Street, it's 'snuffleupagus' (0:06). The MLB GM meetings started today in Arizona and they basically mean nothing…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
No load management here (11/8)
Today's word of the day is made up. It's "Barkley'd" and you have Hassan Whiteside to thank for that (0:08). CC Sabathia said something about Gerrit Cole that…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Collusion is just an illusion (11/7)
Today's word of the day is 'off' in honor of Mitchell Trubisky (:10). The MLBPA thinks what Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos did was collusion... HA (1:00)! That's…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
If you don't learn anything today, blame my producer (11/6)
Today's word of the day is 'bleep'. Scott Boras owns the offseason so let's hope he doesn't make us wait all winter (1:02). Roboumps are coming! Get prepared…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
The Chargers' Owner has lost his mind (11/5)
Today's word of the day is Cat, like the black cat that scared the New York Giants on Monday Night Football. MLB Free Agency started at midnight and who better…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
We need to teach kids how to lose (11/4)
Today's word of the day is 'gold' (0:06). Adam Gase is an absolute disaster as a head coach so let's breakdown whether or not he should be fired right now…
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What's the point in saying "We've got to win now!"? (11/1)
Today's word of the day is for a Chicago legend - 'Sweetness'. Trent Williams could have handled this situation better if he would have just been honest day…
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Gerrit Cole should have demanded to pitch in Game 7 (10/31)
David Samson shares his thoughts on Game 7 of the World Series as the Nationals claimed their first title in franchise history. He details why Zack Greinke…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
Wake up! It's Game 7! (10/30)
Today's word of the day is 'tuchus'. Let's discuss everything you need to know about Game 6 of the World Series (:15). I'll start with Verlander succumbing to…
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Don't believe the leaks (10/29)
We start today off with the NPDS Word of the Day! Today's word is PUPPET (0:06). The NFL trade deadline was happening live and David fills you in with…
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
This isn't just a baseball pod (10/28)
The Warriors are winless still and experiencing what all mortal teams do (0:06). The Nationals lost Game 5 before the game even started (0:54). For all the…
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Even If They Win, The Astros Already Lost (10/25)
Vince Carter still playing in the NBA is remarkable (:10). Let's talk about how rare what he's doing is. We have a full weekend of games to get to, but it all…
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Nationals shouldn't plan World Series parade yet (10/24)
We start today off recapping what happened in Game 2. Where did things go wrong for the Astros? (0:10) Will the Nationals be able to keep things up at home?…