Episode 305: For the Love of the Game

Episode 305: For the Love of the Game

Author: Aaron Tobin-Hess November 9, 2025 Duration: 1:53:02
Packed episode. ATH starts off with some a few thoughts on the NY Knicks' start to the season (2:40), and a quick kudos to the NBA broadcasts teams because the broadcasts have largely been great (6:25). Then we transition to the NFL, the state of the NY Giants (9:58), the Jets decides to trade everyone (12:24) and as a Giants fan, I'm jealous of the Jets and can't understand how the Giants weren't more active at the deadline. Around the NFL (17:49)- a weird year and the Bills and the Chiefs are best two teams in the league and some thoughts on the Dodgers winning a thrilling World Series (23:34). ATH welcomes on a recurring guest to discuss happenings and observations for the first 2 weeks of the NBA season (26:15) and then a recurring guest is back to discuss the NY Jets fire sale at the trade deadline with a little Knicks and Rangers talk at the end (1:17:08).

Aaron Tobin-Hess brings a distinct voice to the crowded world of sports talk, shaped by his own journey as a former Division III athlete. In For the Love of the Game, he digs into the narratives that fuel our obsession, from the major professional leagues to the passionate world of college sports. This isn't just a recap of scores; it's a deep dive into the culture, the business, and the often-overlooked human stories behind the highlights. Aaron has, as he puts it, tons of opinions on everything under the sun in sports, and he delivers them with a blend of insight and self-awareness-he might fancy himself a savant, but he happily leaves that for you to decide. Each episode feels like a conversation with a deeply knowledgeable friend who isn't afraid to challenge conventional wisdom. You'll hear analysis that connects the dots between society, fandom, and what happens on the field or court. As part of the Overtime Media network, this podcast delivers your sport and your team on your time, focusing on the elements that make sports endlessly debatable and personally meaningful. If you're looking for a sports podcast that prioritizes perspective and personality over bland commentary, Aaron's passionate and opinionated take is well worth a listen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

For the Love of the Game
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Episode 237: For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:40
Big episode. ATH starts with some NFL thoughts (2:06) and has a very strong opinions on NFL Redzone (7:39). Then he talks about the NY Knicks and the trade that was made (10:06). He then brings on a recurring guest to gl…
Episode 236 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:41
ATH recaps the Christmas weekend in sports; some thoughts on the NFL slate (2:44), and then gives one take away from all the Christmas Day NBA games and a rant on Kevin Durant's latest antics (13:33). Then he brings on a…
Episode 235 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:58
Big NBA show this week. ATH kicks off the show giving Tommy Devito and the NY Giants some love (1:54) and gives his Week 15 NFL Picks ATS (5:16). He then transitions to some NBA thoughts; the LA Lakers winning the In-Sea…
Episode 234 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:25
A very NY episode. ATH rants about the NY Knicks getting whooped by the Milwaukee Bucks in the in season tournament (and why he doesn't care that it was in the in season tournament specifically) (2:10) and concludes his…
Episode 233 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:34
ATH discusses some happenings in the NFL in week 13 (2:11) with some serious love for Brock Purdy and some thoughts on the NFL MVP (4:56). A couple of Knicks thoughts with some NBA thoughts as well (9:55) before bringing…
Episode 232 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:12
ATH updates the people on the state of NY Football-it's still bad. The Giants won a game and Zach Wilson is benched; good times (2:13). The Knicks are a good team and a little love for Jalen Brunson and Mitchell Robinson…
Episode 231 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:35
ATH touches briefly on the state of NY Football (its bad) and goes around the NFL with thoughts on the Niners, Jaguars and Ravens (2:00), a little thought on the NY Knicks and giving RJ Barrett his due (7:10), and a quic…
Episode 230 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:10
ATH discusses why the Daniel Jones era for the NY Giants seems to be over (1:58), goes around the NFL with some league wide thoughts including CJ Stroud's huge day (5:18), a little thoughts on the Knicks even if they won…
Episode 229 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:08
ATH is absolutely disgusted with the NY Giants and specifically Brian Daboll (even if it's goof for them in the long run) and rants about the loss to the Jets (2:01). He then goes around the NFL with some thoughts (11:23…
Episode 228 For the Love of the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:37
NBA season is back!!!! ATH is excited for it but first a quick thought on the Giants win over the Commanders and why they are in a weird spot (2:47) and some NFL thoughts at large and why this NFL is blah at best (4:34).…