In this week’s episode of The Skud Missile Podcast, Michael and Ezra cover four stories that cut across sports, culture, and the chaos of online outrage.
🔥 First, Barstool’s Dave Portnoy dives headfirst into Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension, blasting the “raging f-ing nuts” internet reaction and sparking debate on free speech, accountability, and cancel culture.
💰 Then, we break down where the money really comes from in pro sports. From the NFL’s TV dominance to the NHL’s reliance on ticket sales, Sportico’s revenue breakdown tells the story of four leagues and four very different business models.
⚾ Next up, Aaron Judge makes history — again. With his 50th home run of the 2025 season, Judge joins Babe Ruth, Mark McGwire, and Sammy Sosa as the only players with four 50-HR seasons. We look at what this milestone means for his legacy and MVP candidacy.
🤼 Finally, the wrestling world lights up after Gail Kim critiques Riho’s presentation, and Kenny Omega fires back. We unpack what this feud says about tribalism in wrestling fandom, the line between critique and personal attack, and how digital culture fuels the fire.
💬 Plus, in the Listener Mailbag: rule changes that could transform sports, athletes who became pop culture icons, and a debate over the greatest sports logo of all time.
As always: No scripts. Just missiles.
