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Hosted by veteran sportswriter and broadcaster David Grubb, ”Hard in the Paint” talks about the games, but doesn‘t play any when it comes to discussing what‘s happening on or off the field. HITP is the 2021 Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) winner for best podcast. Follow the show on Instagram @hitpwithdg.
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Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
2020 is finally coming to a close...Hank Brady and I look back at the good, the bad, the ugly, and the unexplainable events of the past year from the world of sports and the world at large. Take the ride with us as we head into 2021.
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Wednesday Dec 30, 2020
Wednesday Dec 30, 2020
After an offensive explosion, led by Alvin Kamara's historic 6 TD performance, against the hated Minnesota Vikings, the Saints head into week 17 with a few questions left unanswered. Where will they be seeded in the NFC playoffs? How does Kwon Alexander's season-ending injury change the defense? Will the receiving corps be ready to go in the postseason? Ross Jackson and I discuss those topics as well as Monday night's misguided commentary from Booger McFarland.
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
After two straight losses, the New Orleans Saints have given themselves no room for error as the regular season comes to a close. Ross Jackson and I review the loss to Kansas City, and find the silver lining as well as the lingering issues for the Black & Gold. Is a visit by the Vikings on Christmas Day a gift, or something fans will want to return after opening?
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
Baton Rouge sports reporter/anchor Chessa Bouche joins HITP for a look back at LSU's disappointing 5-5 campaign. We discuss where things went wrong for the the Tigers, as well as the fallout, including this week's coaching staff bloodletting. How does Ed Orgeron get things back on track in Tigerland? Who will be under center next season? And why can't LSU sustain elite status from year to year?
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Best-selling author and Pelicans super-fan Angie Thomas makes her second appearance on HITP. We discuss the upcoming season, her impressions of Stan Van Gundy's new regime, and why she's so optimistic about the Pelicans making some noise this year. We also delve into the upcoming release of "Concrete Rose," the prequel to "The Hate U Give."
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Wednesday Dec 16, 2020
Wednesday Dec 16, 2020
On this week's edition of "The Dome Patrol" with Ross Jackson, we discuss the end of the Saints' nine-game win streak at the talons of the Philadelphia Eagles. Now they have to regroup in all three phases before hosting the defending champs from KC this Sunday. What adjustments can you expect and where do the Saints try to attack the Chiefs? And, did this loss make the road to the Super Bowl more difficult or too difficult?
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
Wednesday Dec 09, 2020
After sweeping the Atlanta Falcons, the New Orleans Saints prepare to take on another avian adversary in the Philadelphia Eagles. Ross Jackson and I look back at the A-Town Stomp, and ahead to the clash in Philly. Taysom Hill's third start, Drew Brees' possible return, the NFL's top defense, why there are no trap games left on the schedule, and more.
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Daniel Lust, attorney and co-host of the "Conduct Detrimental" podcast, returns to HITP to discuss some of the pressing legal issues in the sporting world, including the Big Ten's pending decision that could sustain or destroy Ohio State's hopes for a national championship. We also discuss the future of the FBS in a post-COVID landscape, James Harden's standoff with the Houston Rockets and the NBA, and how minor league teams cope with big league problems.
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Former LSU/NFL defensive lineman and current radio/television analyst Marlon Favorite joins HITP to discuss the state of the LSU Tigers after their historic loss to Alabama this weekend. How did LSU get here? Are changes coming and are they needed? How has this year's setback affected recruiting and the fanbase? We also discuss the FBS possibly leaving the NCAA & how schools fail their athletes transitioning from college life.
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Trevor Ritchie, host of the Get Ritch podcast, joins HITP to give his picks on eight college and pro football games, as well as a couple of bouts in The Octagon and the boxing ring. Listen up and cash in.
Opening theme by DJ Dao