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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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Wednesday May 12, 2021
Wednesday May 12, 2021
The Dome Patrol returns on Schedule Release Day for the NFL. We're looking at the ongoing Aaron Rodgers saga and if it impacts the Saints' quarterback plans. Tebow vs Taysom, roster holes, and which Saints are under the most pressure this season are also on the play sheet.
Opening theme by DJ Dao
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Editor in chief of The Bird Writes, Oleh Kosel, joins me to discuss the New Orleans Pelicans' season of individual success and collective disappointment. Why haven't things worked this season? What did this season reveal about the roster and the organization? We try to find the answers.
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Ross Jackson and I have a candid and open conversation about our feelings and observations after the conviction of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd.
Friday Apr 16, 2021
Friday Apr 16, 2021
Following some delays while Ross and I dealt with the aftermath of our Covid vaccinations, we're back. We look at free agency and ahead to the draft. Then it's on to our thoughts on the Sean Payton movie we'd like to see and Brett Favre running his mouth again.
Opening by DJ Dao
Friday Apr 16, 2021
Friday Apr 16, 2021
As we near the start of the WNBA's 25th season, Kelsey Nicole Nelson joins me as we discuss the progress of the league, the WNBA draft, league expansion, and its social, cultural, and athletic impact. We then switch leagues as we preview the Pelicans road matchup with the surging Wizards.
Opening by DJ Dao
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
Jake Madison, host of Locked on Pelicans, joins HITP as we try to figure out, "what is this team?" From Zion's progress, the ongoing defensive woes, and decoding the front office, we take our shots at gauging where the Pels are and where they're headed.
Opening by DJ Dao
Friday Apr 02, 2021
Friday Apr 02, 2021
Dan Lust, co-host of the Conduct Detrimental podcast, returns as we discuss the latest with NCAA vs. Alston as the Supreme Court has some pointed questions. Are we on a slippery slope or the road to progress? We also hit on LSU's legal woes, and the bizarre turns of the Deshaun Watson civil suits.
Opening by DJ Dao
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
This week, Ross Jackson and I look at the implementation of the NFL's 17-game schedule from the perspective of players, owners, and fans. How did we get here? Is the timing right? Will the product suffer? We also examine the latest signings, Marshon Lattimore, and continue to get ready for the draft.
Opening by DJ Dao
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
The Saints continue the transition from the Drew Brees era with more players coming and going. How do the latest moves impact free agency and the draft? Ross Jackson and I discuss.
Opening by DJ Dao
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Drew Brees has retired, Jameis Winston has re-signed, and the Saints have shaved $111M of salary off the books. Ross Jackson and I examine the latest moves and look ahead to what may be next.
Opening theme by DJ Dao