A PITCHER Is Worth 1,000 Words
Welcome to the A PITCHER Is Worth 1,000 Words Podcast! Have you ever wondered why certain athletes get treated differently? Hosts Lynnee & Lynnel Fletcher a.k.a. the Fletcher Twinz will delve into the on and off-the-field shenanigans, consequences and politics that rock our professional athletes, coaches, refs and owners. Let’s discuss, over a pitcher of wine!
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EP. 177 Ball & Chain
04/19/2024
EP. 177 Ball & Chain
On this episode we discuss how the #1 woman's basketball player, Caitlin Clark is getting a base salary less than she deserves. Is this fair? Are women sports ever going to be equal to men's? Do you think Caitlin will bring in more revenue for the WNBA, and therefore pave the way for increased salaries in the future? Are yall going to start watching the WNBA? We also talk about how now ex-NBA player, Jontay Porter has been banned from the league for gambling. Does this punishment fit the crime? How come NBA players commit violent crimes, and yet still have jobs? Do you think Porter is addicted to gambling? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 175 The BIG C
03/29/2024
EP. 175 The BIG C
We close out Women's History month with just the two of us! We discuss thee college legend that is Caitlin Clark. Not only has Clark recently broken records in Division I basketball on the men's and women's side, but she has also been offered $5million from the The BIG3! Should she sign the contract? Will this be a good look for women in sports, now and in the future? Does Caitlin Clark even know who Ice Cube is? We also chat about NBA star, Draymond Green's most recent ejection. Are y'all tired of hearing about Green? Should be be banned? Does his locker-room presence outweigh his bad behavior? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 3 Women in Sports with Emily Henderson
03/15/2024
EP. 3 Women in Sports with Emily Henderson
On this week's episode we are joined by Emily Henderson. Emily currently works as a Sports Photographer. Emily as experience as a photographer for the New York Giants, NFL Films, and the University of Alabama Football. Emily tells us about how she grew up playing sports, how she got into the world of sports photography, and perks of being a woman in that field. Emily shares the advice she would give the younger generation of women wanting to be in sports, and talks about how patience is key in your career journey. She discuss what makes a photo a good photo and she even gives us her opinion on the Andriod vs iPhone camera debate. You do not want to miss this! Tune in! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz @hendy.photo Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 2 Women in Sports with Brianna Lester
03/08/2024
EP. 2 Women in Sports with Brianna Lester
On this week's episode we are joined by Brianna Lester, the Premium Service Manager for the Las Vegas Raiders! Brianna shares her experience of working with an NFL team; she takes us through some of the challenges she had to overcome and also some perks. Brianna also give inspirational words to women who are aspiring to work in sports. "Always have a WHY". We end the episode, by hearing Brianna's take on some of the current hot topics in the world of sports. Tune in! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz @briannanlester Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 1 Women in Sports with GiGi Speer
03/01/2024
EP. 1 Women in Sports with GiGi Speer
For the first week of our Women in Sports series, we are joined by the amazing, Gigi Speer, the Athlete’s Analyst! As we celebrate women in sports, we discuss several topics with Gigi. We talk about her upbringing, her background in sports, her motivation, her work/life balance, and much much more. Want to know what was the best advice Gigi's ever been given, or what was the most unique story she's heard while interviewing an athlete? Tune in! We also get Gigi's take on the NBA's Heat-Pelicans "brawl". Was it really a brawl? Were the suspensions warranted? Let's discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz @gigiiiiiiis Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 171 Superbowl Hangover
02/16/2024
EP. 171 Superbowl Hangover
On this week’s episode we discuss everything that went down at the Superbowl. We talk about the OT victory for the Chiefs, the fact that the Niners did not know the OT rules, and of course Usher’s iconic halftime performance. Are the Chiefs officially a dynasty now? Will the Niners ever win a superbowl again? Was Usher’s performance the best ever? We also chat about how NBA player, Isaiah Stewart punched Drew Eubanks ahead of Wednesday night’s game. Should Isaiah be in anger management? Is there something deeper going on with him? Should he be banned from the NBA? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 170 Superbowl Mania!
02/09/2024
EP. 170 Superbowl Mania!
On this week’s episode we discuss all things Superbowl! We are joined by brothers, M-16 and EZ from the Radio Show ATL. Listen to us have some fun with our guests, as we talk about the upcoming Superbowl, past Superbowls, and who really deserves to be there this year. Who do y’all think should be there this year? The Ravens, The Lions, or maybe the Bills? We end the show with a round of NFL rapid fire, and have the guys play NFL Jeopardy! Who knows the most useless information when it comes to NFL history? M-16 or EZ? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz @itstheradioshow Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 169 Footballin'
02/02/2024
EP. 169 Footballin'
On this week’s episode we discuss the divorce filing, NFL player, Tyreek Hill may or may not have filed. What do y’all think happened in this situation? We also talk about the NFL Conference Championship games. Why was the entire nation rooting for the Ravens? Were the Ravens over-hyped this year, or was it just one bad game? Are the Kansas City Chiefs, NFL’s next dynasty? Is Taylor Swift bringing the Chiefs good karma? Do y’all believe any of the Superbowl conspiracy theories? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 168 Bills, Bills, Bills
01/26/2024
EP. 168 Bills, Bills, Bills
On this week’s episode we discuss the biggest story coming out of the NFL’s playoff weekend: the Chiefs “upsetting” the Bills at home. Will this rivalry become the next, Manning vs Brady? Is the kicker the sole person to blame for the Bill’s lost? Are fans becoming too reckless? Is Josh Allen worth all the hype around him? We also briefly discuss the 25-game suspension of NBA player, Tristian Thompson. Should he retire from the NBA? Did those performance enhancing drugs, enhance his performance? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 167 Dallas Fans Live in Delulu Land
01/19/2024
EP. 167 Dallas Fans Live in Delulu Land
On this week’s episode we discuss the biggest story coming out of the NFL’s Wild Card weekend: The 12-5, Dallas Cowboys LOST to the Greenbay Packers. Who is to blame for this lost? Should Mike McCarthy be fired? Should Bill Belichick be hired as the new head coach? Does Dak need to be traded? Should the Cowboy fans jump ship? Why are the Cowboys fans so delusional when it comes to their team? We also talk about our predictions for the rest of the NFL playoffs. Are the Detroit Lions this year’s Cinderella team? Will the Chiefs make it back to the Superbowl? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 166 Welcome Back!
01/12/2024
EP. 166 Welcome Back!
On this episode we discuss the recent release of "The Blade Runner", Oscar Pistorius from prison. Oscar served nearly nine years; more than half of his sentence. Do yall agree with him being released on parole? Do yall think he killed his girlfriend on purpose? Will he come back to the sport of Track and Field? We also discuss the NFL playoffs and our Superbowl prediction. Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 165 The Gift That Keeps on Giving
12/23/2023
EP. 165 The Gift That Keeps on Giving
On this week's episode, we celebrate Christmas! 🎄🎁🥰 We first discuss Ja Morant's triumphant return to the NBA! Do you think he has learned his lesson? Will he lead the Grizzles to the NBA playoffs or just the play-in tournament? Can he ever be the face of the NBA? We conclude the show by sharing our Christmas games predictions and playing some Christmas trivia. You do not want to miss this! Happy Holidays you all! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 163 Undefeated, yet DEFEATED
12/08/2023
EP. 163 Undefeated, yet DEFEATED
On this week's episode we discuss, the lengthy prison sentence for former WWE star, Tammy Sytch. She was involved in a fatal DUI crash. Does her punishment fit the crime? Should alcohol be illegal (especially for repeat DUI offenders)? Would you Uber, walk, or hitchhike if you were too drunk to drive? We also talk about how our alma mater, FSU missed the college football playoffs, despite having an undefeated record. Do you think this was fair? Do you agree with this? Is Alabama being shown favoritism? Should the college football playoffs move to include 8 teams instead of 4? Let's discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 162 Fallen Angel
11/24/2023
EP. 162 Fallen Angel
On this episode we discuss the noticeable absence of NCAA Superstar, and LSU women’s basketball player, Angel Reese. Why is she not playing? Are all the internet rumors true? Do y’all think her grades slipped? If so, do y’all think that all the attention she is receiving is getting to her head? Are we witnessing the downside of these NIL deals? We also talk about how Angel’s mom and teammate, Flau’jae’s mom argued over social media? Was Angel mom’s throwing shade? Will their argument change the dynamics of Angel’s and Flau’jae’s relationship? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 161 Haitian Headlock
11/17/2023
EP. 161 Haitian Headlock
On this episode we discuss one of the biggest stories in the NBA right now. But first, we talk about NFL, player Josh Jacob's fine for lowering his head to initiate contact. He was the highest NFL player fined in week 9. Does the punishment fit the crime? Do you agree with JJ Watt in saying, that the NFL is stealing money from it's players? Should referees start getting fined for bad calls or being in the way of plays? We then chat about NBA player, Draymond Green's disgusting behavoir, yet again. Should he have been suspended more games for putting Rudy Gobert in the Haitian Headlock? Should Draymond let Klay fight his own battles? Shoud Rudy Gobert have let the referees do their job? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 160 Foul Shot
11/10/2023
EP. 160 Foul Shot
On this episode we discuss the fatal shooting of college basketball player, Carl-Hens Beliard. Is there an epidemic going on of gun violence when it comes to men being rejected? Are men’s egos too fragile? Should you check out your partner’s ex before y’all get serious? Do you think the newly arrested suspect was aiming for his ex-girlfriend? We end the show by talking about People’s sexiest athlete alive. Do y’all think Travis Kelce deserved the title, or were there other more deserving options? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 159 Times Is Hard
11/03/2023
EP. 159 Times Is Hard
On this episode we discuss how times are hard for everyone and some folks are going to extreme measures to make ends meet. We first talk about how the Colorado football team’s locker room was robbed. Do y’all think this was an inside job? Should the NCAA or the Rose Bowl reimburse the players? Should the players keep their jewelry/valuables at home? We then chat about how former NBA player, Joe Smith’s wife started an OnlyFans account. Should his wife have communicated with him before starting her account? Should Joe be doing more to make more money? Is this ground for a divorce? Did Joe try to turn a whore into a housewife? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 158 Baby Mama Drama
10/27/2023
EP. 158 Baby Mama Drama
On this episode we discuss some baby mama drama that is occurring in the NBA and NFL. We first chat about the recent arrest of ex-NFL player, Antonio Brown due to unpaid child support. Should Antonio have been allowed to bail out of jail? Should his wages be garnished? Should his babay mama just let it go and have peace? We also talk about NBA supersar, Dame Lillard's ongoing divorce battle. It is alleged that he doesn't want his soon-to-be ex-wife keeping HIS last name. Why wouldn't he want her to keep it? Why would she want to keep it? Is Dame just being petty? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 157 Bad Hair Day
10/06/2023
EP. 157 Bad Hair Day
On this episode we discuss the stand out of NBA Media Day: Jimmy Butler…and his hair. Do y’all like the new look? Is Jimmy just trolling the media? Will he keep this hairstyle throughout the season? Would you break up with a person that drastically changed his/her looks? We also talk about NBA star, Damien Lillard and his bad breakup with the Portland Trailblazers. Would you stay with a team that isn’t progressing? Should owners exhibit more empathy for players when they ask for a trade? Damien Lillard has also filed for divorce from his college sweetheart. Do y’all think the trade talks was in part the cause of the divorce? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 156 Haters Gonna Hate
09/29/2023
EP. 156 Haters Gonna Hate
On this episode we discuss the BIGGEST trending topic in the NFL: The rumored romance between NFL Tight End, Travis Kelce and pop superstar, Tayler Swift. (We call em TNT) Do y'all think they are an actual/official exclusive couple? Do y'all think Kelce's mom approves of Taylor? Do they make a good fit? Are all Black women upset about this? We also chat about how all the haters came out to hate on Deion Sanders last week. Were y'all shocked at how many people were happy about him losing his first game? Are NCAA division 1 coaches trying to send Deion a message? Is Deion turning Colorado into an HBCU? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 155 Oh, You Mad MAD?!
09/22/2023
EP. 155 Oh, You Mad MAD?!
On this episode we discuss several disturbing incidents regarding fans at sporting events in recent weeks. We first discuss how Colorado State’s DB, Henry Blackburn and his family have been receiving death threats ever since his cheap shot on Colorado’s WR, Travis Hunter. Do y’all think the death threats are necessary? Was Henry just trying to send Colorado a message? We then chat about how a Patriots fan died soon after an altercation with a Dolphin’s fan at a game. Do you think the Dolphin fan should be charged with assault? Do you think the Dolphin fan was just defending himself? Should fans handle themselves with more decorum? Finally we talk about the disgraceful viral video showing Alabama fans yelling homophobic and racial slurs at Texas football players. Is it ever that serious? Are certain fans so used to winning that they don’t know how to act when they lose? Do you yell racial slurs when you get mad? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 154 Don't Call It A Comeback...DON'T
09/15/2023
EP. 154 Don't Call It A Comeback...DON'T
On this episode we discuss the disturbing allegations and arrest of NBA player, Kevin Porter Jr. Should the NBA act swiftly and suspend him or wait until there is an investigation? Do yall think his gilfriend will leave him? Do all professional athletes have fragile egos? We also talk about the achilles tore seen around the NFL world. Do yall think NFL QB, Aaron Rodgers should retire? Do you think the NFL needs to implement natural grass on all fields? Do yall think the NY Jets will make it to the playoffs this year, without Rodgers? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 153 Football is Back!
09/08/2023
EP. 153 Football is Back!
On this episode we discuss how football is back! In college football, Deion Sander’s team beat a team that was in the national championship just a year ago. Are we still salty about Deion leaving JSU? Should we give Deion his props now? Should other Black coaches follow in Deion’s footsteps? We also talk about how NFL player, Eli Apple’s ex put out a hit on him. How do y’all feel about his ex asking athletes to injure him? Should she be put in jail? Should she stop dating NFL players? Will this scandal affect his season? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 152 Noah and the Ark
09/01/2023
EP. 152 Noah and the Ark
On this episode we discuss the controversial comments that American Sprinter, Noah Lyles said. Do you think he is too cocky? Do you think he is jealous that track & field athletes don’t get as much attention as NBA players? Should we give him grace, since he is on a winning streak? We also talk about how Jacksonville Jaguars head coach, Doug Pederson cut his son from the team. Would you have kept your son on the team, even if he wasn’t performing at a high level? Do you think this will cause a wedge to come in between father and son? How y’all think Thanksgiving going to be in their household this year? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 151 School is Back in Session
08/27/2023
EP. 151 School is Back in Session
On this episode we discuss how Sha’Carri Richardson is taking all her competitors to school. Should Sha’Carri flex on her haters now, or be humble? Should the news outlets apologize for dragging her in the past? Will Sha’Carri win at the Olympics? We also talk about how Larsa Pippen is acting like a school girl with her boyfriend, Marcus Jordan. Larsa received a promise ring from Marcus. Are promise rings still a thing? Would you accept a promise ring at that big age? Will they eventually get married? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 150 The Lying Side
08/16/2023
EP. 150 The Lying Side
On this episode we discuss one of the biggest stories in sports right now: former NFL player, Michael Oher’s non-adoption adoption! The focus of the movie, The Blind Side, has accused his “adoptive parents” of not actually adopting him. He also alleges that they tricked him into signing a conservatorship, so they can made a financial gain. These allegations are being denied by the “parents”. Do you believe Michael? Should Michael have had a legal rep with him before he signed? Should the parents have to pay Michael any money that they made off of his name/likeness? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 149 UFC in the MLB
08/09/2023
EP. 149 UFC in the MLB
On this episode we discuss how the UFC crept its way into the MLB over the weekend: the fight between Tim Anderson and Jose Ramirez. What do you think caused the fight? Should Anderson learn how to defend himself? Should Ramirez teach boxing classes as a side hustle? How long will their suspensions be? Should the teammates who came onto the field, be suspended as well? Should there be public apologies? What do you think of Anderson's cryptic tweets? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 148 Too Much Sauce
08/02/2023
EP. 148 Too Much Sauce
On this episode we discuss the BIG fight from Saturday night; between Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. Did the fight go as you imagine? Did Terence have too much sauce for Errol? Should there be a re-match? Should Errol have thrown in the towel in an earlier round? We also talk about how Vikings WR, Jordan Addison was caught driving more than 80mph OVER the speed limit. Who y’all think he was running from, or going too? Should this have even been news, since he wasn’t arrested? We finally discuss the second domestic incident arrest for Jacksonville Jaguars DB, Chris Claybrooks. Should the NFL take some disciplinary action against him? Will he let this domestic partner go, or will they be married in a week? Let’s discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 147 Rules are Rules
07/21/2023
EP. 147 Rules are Rules
On this episode we discuss how ex-US Gymnastics doctor, Larry Nassar was stabbed in a Florida prison. Was this his karma? Are jailhouse rules different than regular rules? Should rapist/sexual predators be separate from other prisoners? Do y’all even care about him being stabbed? We also talk about the new NBA no-flopping rule. Is this a good rule? Who will be affected the most by this new rule? Isn’t flopping apart of the game? Let's discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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EP. 146 You Ain’t Gotta Go Home, But…
07/07/2023
EP. 146 You Ain’t Gotta Go Home, But…
On this episode we discuss the shocking recent firings of on-air talent at ESPN. Were yall surprised at who was selected to get fired? Do yall think the firings will continue? Does the on-air talent get paid too much? Next, we discuss the toxic love between Tians RB, Hassan Haskins and his girlfriend. Should both of their arrests, be a sign that they need to call it quits. Is toxic love a new trend? Should the Titans hand out some consequences to Haskins? Let's discuss! Connect with us on social media: @nelled_it_561 @lynnee27 @thefletchertwinz Email us with any comments or questions: [email protected]
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