The Elle Duncan Show

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Elle Duncan and Gary Striewski dig through all things interesting and weird in the world of sports every Monday and Thursday, reacting to the biggest storylines and dissecting viral content around the biggest teams and players. read less

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The Elle Duncan Show is a ESPN-produced podcast for sports enthusiasts. Hosts Elle Duncan and Gary Striewski discuss the NFL, NBA, and other sports. The show is a mix of analysis, commentary, and humor. Each episode addresses the intriguing and sometimes bizarre aspects of sports.

Duncan and Striewski react to significant news and famous sports moments worldwide. Listeners get to hear about athlete's personal lives and pop culture's intersections with sports. The hosts chat about the buzzworthy romance between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. They also share thoughts on provoking questions of the moment. They ask if the Kansas City Chiefs are the new New England Patriots. When the podcast hosts got to watch the NYC Marathon in person, they reveal what they noticed in the race.

In one popular podcast episode, Elle and Gary discuss the Super Bowl. They examine the evolution of Super Bowl halftime shows. They also share their thoughts about Usher's performance at the 2024 game.

The show talks about the NBA like a reality show. Hosts debate one of LeBron Jame's suggestions. He posed giving NBA players a week off during the All-Star break. Their discussion concerning sports team leadership branches into other areas as well. They mention social media, coaching styles, and fast food.

Episodes of The Elle Duncan Show include a random mix of topics. In one episode, listeners get updated on the rising stars in the NFL Combine. Then, the dialogue shifts to competitive cheerleading. Following is a debate over whether dogs should talk or text. There is also a game show segment. It focuses on knowledge and fashion in sports broadcasting.

Listeners can enjoy conversations about their favorite figures in sports as well. They hear the host's thoughts about Bill Belichick, Brock Purdy, Tom Brady, and Nick Saban. The show is fast-paced and funny.

The Elle Duncan Show podcast broadcasts every week on Monday and Thursday. This podcast is for anyone interested in a fresh conversation about the world of sports.

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Introducing 'The Elle Duncan Show'

Introducing 'The Elle Duncan Show'

Elle Duncan and Gary Striewski dig through all things interesting and weird in the world of sports every Monday and Thursday, reacting to the biggest storylines and dissecting viral content around the biggest teams and players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episodes

Everything is coming up Timberwolves

Everything is coming up Timberwolves

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary recap a weekend’s worth of NBA news with the Suns getting swept by the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards telling KAT how to win games, LeBron’s Lakers avoiding a sweep, and will we see Nuggets vs. Timberwolves? After that, Candace Parker retires from the WNBA and Elle shares wisdom from Kobe Bryant. 2:59 - The Timberwolves swept the Suns 4:46 - Anthony Edwards and the TWolves are on fire 8:52 - All season we were waiting on the Suns 14:44 - Who should the Suns build around? 16:34 - Lakers vs. Nuggets 34:15 - Candace Parker retires from WNBA 39:52 - What Elle learned from Kobe Bryant 43:06 - Gary’s hottest NFL draft picks… literally Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHY did the Falcons draft Michael Penix Jr.?

WHY did the Falcons draft Michael Penix Jr.?

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary break down the biggest moments in the NFL Draft, including trying to make sense of the Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. and whether Bo Nix is the future of the Broncos. Plus, Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson joins the show to share his favorite draft memories and participate in a condiment mock draft. 2:37 NFL Draft recap: proper etiquette for NFL Draft watch parties 9:10 NFL Draft recap: why did the Falcons draft Michael Penix Jr.? 14:55 NFL Draft recap: Broncos draft Bo Nix 17:01 Bijan Robinson joins the show 20:32 Elle Duncan Show Mock Condiment Draft with Bijan Robinson 25:16 Bijan Robinson builds Little Libraries in Atlanta 27:34 Bijan Robinson's Draft memories 32:20 ICYMI: Joel Embiid's historic performance 34:27 ICYMI: Denver takes a 3-0 lead on LA 37:46 Record-breaking NFL Draft attendance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who is Under the MOST Pressure?

Who is Under the MOST Pressure?

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, the theme is pressure. Elle and Gary get into the NBA playoffs by debating which teams and players are under the most pressure to perform well. After that, they debate who has the most pressure on them across ALL sports. 2:50 - NBA playoffs - Jokic’s got jokes 4:24 - Shoutout to the Thunder for beating the Pelicans 10:09 - Will the Bucks part ways with Giannis? 13:44 - The Celtics have more pressure than the Cavs 16:21 - What more do the Heat need to do? 17:39 - The Suns have the most pressure 20:32 - The NBA Big 3 Era is over 31:35 - Who faces the most pressure across all sports? 32:54 - Bill Belichick? 34:22 - Bronny? 35:27 - Simone Biles? 37:17 - Caitlin Clark? 41:30 - Arch Manning? 43:48 - Dak Prescott? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Downfall of the Warriors Dynasty

The Downfall of the Warriors Dynasty

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary welcome in Domonique Foxworth to run through some NFL Draft Hot Takes before talking about the downfall of dynasties. After that, Elle and Gary translate the truth with some quotes we’ve heard from the NBA play-in games. Then, Team USA was announced and we have some thoughts before telling you the kinds of people who deserve a lifetime ban. 1:48 - Welcome to the show Domonique Foxworth! 7:00 - We play Co-Sign or Cap with Domonique where he co-signs or calls cap on some NFL Draft Hot Takes 18:09 - A game of Categories where Elle Gary and Domonique rifle through NFL Draft Cliches 23:03 - Which is the sadder end to a dynasty: the Warriors or Bill Belichick and the Patriots? 30:19 - Truth Translator: NBA Play-In Edition 37:48 - Team USA’s basketball roster was announced 41:55 - Jontay Porter was banned for life from the NBA so we list things in life that warrant a lifetime ban Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WNBA Draft Preview with LaChina Robinson!

WNBA Draft Preview with LaChina Robinson!

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary welcome in LaChina Robinson to preview the WNBA Draft and where some of the biggest stars could land. After that, they discuss the NBA playoffs and play-in matchups before recapping Masters and questioning if Tiger should keep playing. 1:07 - The WNBA Draft is tonight! 2:11 - LaChina Robinson joins the show to preview the WNBA Draft 7:30 - LaChina gives her first 4 picks in the WNBA Draft 9:15 - Caitlin Clark’s impact on the Indiana Fever 15:22 - Why are we concerned with Angel Reese? 19:00 - Which players are we sleeping on? 25:58 - The NBA playoffs are here 31:22 - Will the Celtics make it out of the East? 31:34 - What about the West with the Nuggets, Wolves, and Thunder? 33:01 - Can you finish a marathon in under 5 hours? 37:04 - Gary tells us who won the Masters 40:11 - The memes that came out of the Masters were the best part 41:16 - Should Tiger hang it up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The UNFAIR conversation around Caitlin Clark

The UNFAIR conversation around Caitlin Clark

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary are back in studio and spicier than ever! They start with an in-depth conversation about Caitlin Clark and her impact on college basketball, the pressure she’s under, and the comparisons being made. After that, they catch up on headlines they’ve missed before handing out end-of-season NBA awards. 4:35 - Caitlin Clark is in a league of her own 10:52 - The pressure Caitlin is under has become outrageous 16:39 - Paige vs. Caitlin - who would you rather take #1 22:34 - Out of the Loop… Elle and Gary run through Real or Fake headlines 29:38 - End of NBA Season Awards 38:36 - Elle and Gary share crazy stories from last week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Final Four Preview & Angel Reese Backlash

Final Four Preview & Angel Reese Backlash

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle with Andraya Carter and Chiney Ogwumike preview the NCAAW Final Four, defend Angel Reese amid backlash, mention the NCAAM games, and get into a little NBA in case you missed what’s going on. 2:53 - The women have made it to Cleveland! Women’s hoops preview. 8:50 - NCAAW Iowa vs. UConn preview 17:57 - NCAAW NC State vs. South Carolina preview 22:07 - Angel Reese gets backlash for post-game comments 28:47 - NCAAM UConn vs. Alabama preview 30:58 - NCAAM Purdue vs. NC State preview 31:59 - Folk Hero or Folk Fiction: Elle gives Draya and Chiney a real or fake March Madness hero 37:16 - In case you missed it: Joel Embiid returns from injury 39:20 - in case you missed it: Jarrett Allen was acting a fool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers

Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers

Elle Duncan, Andraya Carter, and Chiney Ogwumike recap the NCAAW Elite 8 matchups that led us to Iowa vs UConn in the NCAAW Final Four. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Draymond, Kelly Oubre, Caleb Williams Have Y'All Trippin!

Draymond, Kelly Oubre, Caleb Williams Have Y'All Trippin!

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski run through headlines and decide who is trippin' in each scenario. After that, the love lines are open for Elle and Gary to offer advice to troubled individuals. Then, we assign NBA players superheroes before running through some weird new food in baseball stadiums. Lastly, Elle and Gary give their starting 5 friends in their friend group. 3:49 - We run through a series of recent quotes, headlines, and topics, and Elle and Gary decide if that person or thing is Trippin 19:36 - Elle and Gary offer advice for the following troubled people… 26:40 - Elle and Gary assign superheroes to several NBA Players 34:17 - It’s opening day! Elle and Gary run through obscure new ballpark food items 39:33 - After a viral TikTok that assigns the top 5 guys in a friend group… Elle assigns roles to a group of girlfriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Caitlin Clark Turning Into a Villain?

Is Caitlin Clark Turning Into a Villain?

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski play a game of Real vs. Fake where Gary throws headlines at Elle to decide if they are real or fake. After that, Andraya Carter joins the show for a segment of "That’s Whassup" where they cover March’s biggest basketball storylines. Then, Gary moderates “94 Steps with Elle Duncan” where he asks as many questions as she can before Elle hits 94 steps on her treadmill. Oh, and Andraya is also jumping rope. Lastly, Jerry Jones was caught doodling at the NFL owner’s meetings so Elle, Andraya, and Gary re-create his masterpiece. 4:34 - Gary throws headlines at Elle to decide if they are real or fake 9:59 - Welcome Andraya Carter to the show 18:58 - Elle, Gary, and Andraya play “That’s Whassup” with some of the biggest storylines in March basketball 27:48 - Is Caitlin Clark becoming the villain? 32:41 - Gary moderates “94 steps with Elle Duncan” where he asks as many questions as he can before Elle reaches 94 steps on her treadmill 36:17 - Jerry Jones was caught doodling at the NFL owner’s meetings 37:26 - Elle, Andraya, and Gary re-create Jerry’s doodles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March's Spiciest Takes: No Final 4 for Caitlin Clark??

March's Spiciest Takes: No Final 4 for Caitlin Clark??

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski dissect a developing story out of Los Angeles with Shohei Ohtani’s translator wrapped up in gambling problems. After that, Elle and Gary run through March Hot Takes before calling the Whambulance on sports complainers. Then, a little food for thought… which city has a food item that would make you move? Lastly, James Harden thinks he’s helping his team but we let you know if we agree. 2:29 - Shohei Ohtani gambling story breakdown 12:47 - Caitlin Clark will not make the Final Four 13:58 - UCONN will not be repeat National Champs 15:20 - We need to get rid of the First Four 20:35 - Whambulance: Stephen A wants to fire Virginia HC for being boring 23:31 - Whambulance: Draymond has beef with LeBron 25:39 - Whambulance: Tyrese Haliburton feels like a prop 29:49 - Whambulance: Tim MacMahon says refs shouldn’t be short 36:30 - Food for Thought… what cities have a food item that would make you move there 42:32 - James Harden blocking Kawhi helped team camaraderie? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jail or No Jail with Jay Bilas

Jail or No Jail with Jay Bilas

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski dive into the NCAAW Tournament before Elle’s kids challenge Gary in a NCAAW tournament bracket. After that, Jay Bilas joins the show to assign rap lyrics to March Madness teams before deciding whether certain people should go to jail. Lastly, Elle and Gary discuss the world’s most uncomfortable jersey swap. 1:34 - Elle recaps NCAAW Selection Sunday 6:58 - Elle’s kids challenge Gary in a tournament bracket 16:25 - Jay Bilas joins the show to assign rap lyrics to March Madness teams 25:42 - Jay Bilas decides Jail or No Jail for specific people 43:40 - Elle and Gary discuss the many nicknames of Robbie Avila 46:32 - Gary breaks down what should’ve been a harmless jersey swap 50:59 - Elle and Gary offer best practices to avoid uncomfy situations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cam Newton Isn’t the Only One Shocked by NFL Free Agency

Cam Newton Isn’t the Only One Shocked by NFL Free Agency

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski assign superlatives to this week’s biggest free agency signings while also handing out summer reading assignments to those who need it. After that, Elle and Gary judge the craziest quotes we heard this week before hosting their own Bracketology based on the month of March. Then, just in case you missed some of these headlines don’t worry we got you covered before we talk about the insane amount of time Adam Schefter is spending on his phone. 2:46 - Elle and Gary assign superlatives to NFL free agency moves 10:45 - Elle and Gary assign “summer reading” to those who need it… 19:11 - People say some crazy shit… let’s judge these quotes… 14:12 - Elle and Gary flip the script and host their own bracketology based on the month of March 34:24 - In case you missed these stories don’t worry we have you covered 41:47 - Adam Schefter has spent an insane amount of time on his phone… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fights Fuel Rivalries

Fights Fuel Rivalries

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski break down the brawl that ensued during the LSU vs. South Carolina women’s basketball game before looking at a few other fights that took place this weekend. After that, Elle and Gary point out people who have either done their jobs well or not well enough before highlighting people who deny doing something we all know happened (we’re looking at you, Kyle Filipowski). 2:54 - LSU vs. South Carolina brawl break down 12:41 - Elle and Gary compare comments made by both Dawn Staley and Kim Mulkey 16:53 - How will Duke address the Cameron Crazies? 18:47 - Highlighting people who did their jobs well or not so well… 30:11 - Duke really knows how to recruit a good tripper 31:05 - Kyle Filipowski “didn’t trip” Harrison Ingram 33:06 - Other people who tried denying doing something we all knew happened Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hoops, NFL Breakups, & Spring Break with Kendrick Perkins

Hoops, NFL Breakups, & Spring Break with Kendrick Perkins

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski open up the NFL Love Lines to offer advice to concerned athletes. After that, Kendrick Perkins joins the show to play a game of Carry the H(Elle) On where he dives into wacky headlines. Then, Perk gives us his Start, Bench, Cut for various categories before Elle and Gary call the Whambulance on people who need to get checked. 4:27 - Elle and Gary open up the NFL Love Lines to offer advice to concerned athletes 16:37 - Kendrick Perkins joins the show to share his Perkisms 21:14 - Perk plays a game of Carry the H(Elle) On 25:48 - Perk gives his Start, Bench, Cut for various categories 35:28 - Elle and Gary call the Whamulance on people who need to get checked 42:45 - Elle and Gary share their own Spring Break stories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LeBron James & Caitlin Clark Breaking Records & Making History

LeBron James & Caitlin Clark Breaking Records & Making History

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski recap Elle’s time in Iowa City for Caitlin Clark’s Senior Day including how Caitlin broke the Div. 1 scoring record. After that, they get into how LeBron James broke a record of his own which leads us to talk about other “unbreakable” records. Also, nepo babies have a lot of pressure; Elle nad Gary talk about Bronny and a few other notable nepo babies. 1:20 - Caitlin Clark passes Pistol Pete’s record for total points scored in Div. 1 history 13:36 - Is Iowa women’s basketball a final-four team? 18:12 - Can anyone beat LeBron’s 40k record? 22:27 - Elle and Gary discuss how Bronny is navigating the 2024 NBA draft 27:20 - Elle and Gary talk about the pressure nepo babies have 30:50 - Elle and Gary talk about “unbreakable records” they might attempt 36:34 - Can Gary survive a power hour? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Clark Reminds Us Why Size Matters… at the NFL Combine

Ryan Clark Reminds Us Why Size Matters… at the NFL Combine

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski play a game of Fair or Foul where they react to the craziest soundbites we’ve heard this week and agree or disagree. After that, Ryan Clark joins the show to play NFL Combine Jeopardy and answer our cringiest NFL Combine questions. Later on, Elle and Gary run through some viral stories you may have missed before highlighting a few guys that are just down bad. 3:57 - Elle and Gary play a game of Fair or Foul with some crazy soundbites we’ve heard this week 13:30 - NFL Combine Jeopardy with Ryan Clark 23:48 - Elle and Gary ask Ryan Clark the cringiest questions they could think of 33:07 - ICYMI here are some viral stories 41:05 - Highlighting some guys who are down bad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adult Men Fighting & Students Storming Courts

Adult Men Fighting & Students Storming Courts

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski dive into what caused Cam Newton to allegedly fight 5 guys at a 7v7 tournament. After that, more grown men are fighting in the NBA prompting Elle and Gary to offer their anger management advice. Then, we dissect Russell Wilson’s recent comments about his playing career before debating if college basketball should do away with courtstorming. Lastly, Elle and Gary pitch new brand partnerships to athletes after Caitlin Clark debuts her new cereal. 00:56 - Virginia Tech showed up for College GameDay! Elle shares stories from her travels. 6:16 - Cam Newton allegedly fights 5 guys at a 7v7 tournament 13:34 - Elle and Gary offer anger management advice for the NBA 19:37 - Gary’s college storytime 23:29 - Can Russell Wilson win two more Super Bowls in five years? 28:45 - Should we get rid of court storming? 37:18 - Caitlin Clark has her own cereal 38:36 - Real or fake cereal partnerships 39:40 - Elle and Gary pitch brand partnerships to athletes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We Will Always Talk About LeBron

We Will Always Talk About LeBron

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski predict the future of the NBA as we enter the second half of the season. After that, Kevin Durant and Charles Barkley leadership beef, examples of why we’re too old, Justin Fields unfollowed the Bears on social, MLB spring training stories, and tipping culture. 3:19 - NBA fortune telling: predicting the second half of the predictions for NBA season 13:00 - Kevin Durant and Charles Barkley leadership beef 16:47 - People deserving of leadership praise 20:00 - Too old for this stuff 28:58 - Justin Fields unfollows the Bears on social media 33:03 - Storytime with Elle Duncan 37:02 - MLB spring training roundup 42:34 - Ndamukong Suh on tipping culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Fix a Busted NBA All Star Weekend

How to Fix a Busted NBA All Star Weekend

On today's episode of The Elle Duncan Show, Elle and Gary Striewski dive into the poor excuse for a sporting event that was the NBA All-Star weekend. Elle and Gary offer ways to make the NBA All-Star game matter before breaking down the noise surrounding Steph Curry and Sabrina Ionescu’s 3-point contest. After that, we truth translate LeBron’s comments throughout the weekend before addressing the fashion we saw from the league’s biggest stars. 2:45 - NBA All-Star Weekend recap 14:18 - Sabrina vs. Steph 3-Point Competition recap 25:53 - The Nets fire Jacque Vaughn fired 27:05 - Truth translator: Elle and Gary translate the comments made by LeBron James 34:57 - Fit or Flop: breaking down the fashion from NBA All-Star Weekend 40:05 - Elle’s Most relatable moment in sports 41:35 - Name or Not: Daytona 500, Gary’s game for Elle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices