Absolute Fandemonium

A sports podcast that's binge-able. Content that doesn't "expire" within a week of posting, plus an upload format that allows for binge listening. Ever have that friend whose sports team rooting interests don't make sense, but you didn't have the tools to debate them? Ever want to hear, deep, insightful sports content? Listen Differently, listen to Absolute Fandemonium!

New Orleans - The Big Easy 02/06/2024

New Orleans - The Big Easy Explore the culture, history and cuisine of this iconic American City. The sports isn't too much to love, but the rest of the city is! Saint - 15:00 Pelicans - 26:35 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/29809793

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 8 episodes! 02/05/2024

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 8 episodes! In this February 2024 episode, we explore the NFL coaching carousel, and finally adjudicate the Tom Brady vs. Bill Belichick debate. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/29791073

Bonus 7 - Europe vs. the USA 07/06/2023

Bonus 7 - Europe vs. the USA In this episode, we compare and contrast the differences between sports in Europe and the USA. Why are they "clubs" in Europe? Are European sports more like US College sports? How are players developed? We used plenty of sources here, the two best were: /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/27366609

San Antonio - Even Deeper in the Heart of Texas 07/05/2023

San Antonio - Even Deeper in the Heart of Texas Stroll down the riverwalk, as we remember the Alamo. We will discuss the mostly ups, and seldom downs of the NBA's winningest Franchise by all-time winning percentage. Victory or Death! Spurs 7:40 Rooting: 25:07 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/27349347

Denver - Rocky Mountain High, Colorado 07/04/2023

Denver - Rocky Mountain High, Colorado In this episode, we cover all four (4) of the major sports teams in the "Mile High City". From a small mining camp, to the epicenter, of Outdoorsy Liberalism, we trace Denver's history and cultural, spotting on all the high points of their teams. Broncos 7:42 Rockies : 17:02 Nuggets 24:20 Avalanche 36:14 Rooting 45:40 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/27349335

Montreal - The Francophone Center of Canadian History 07/03/2023

Montreal - The Francophone Center of Canadian History Explore the center of French Canadian culture with us. In this episode, we discover the origin of the "H" on "Le Habs" sweater, the enduring cultural impact of "Rocket" Richard, and debate whether or not "Infinite Jest" was about 9/11. Canadiens 10:05 Rooting 23:44 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/27349158

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 7 episodes 07/02/2023

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 7 episodes In this episdoe we recap the sports events that occured in the month of June. We also provide a way too early NBA 2024 preview, and discuss if rooting out of spite is okay. Lastly, we introduce our three (3) city episodes this week, Montreal, Denver and San Antonio. Finally, ,we preview our look into the differences between sports in Europe and sports in the USA. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/27349146

Bonus Episode 6b - The Seventies 05/26/2023

Bonus Episode 6b - The Seventies The third part in our NBA history bonus series. We discuss the Mini Knicks Period Mini Celtics Period Warring States Period The ABA Merger, and try to figure out why this wasn't the "Kareen Abdul-Jabbar" era? Business 6:29 Style: 10:48 Historical Events 14:26 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26963196

Portland - A Gritty New England Transplant 05/25/2023

Portland - A Gritty New England Transplant Follow us on the Oregon trail as we dive into the culture of the city of roses! Blazers: 11:19 Rooting: 26:20 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26945277

Bonus Episode 6a - Sports Media 05/24/2023

Bonus Episode 6a - Sports Media On this episoe of Absolute Fandemonium, we ask the critical questions of the sports media.... What do you want out of the sports media? Who counts in the media? Are there different types, and do we need them all? and many more! /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26917257

Cleveland - Where the heart of Rock & Roll is still beating 05/22/2023

Cleveland - Where the heart of Rock & Roll is still beating Come explore Cleveland with us, as we breakdown its sports history and Culture; and let's not forget the second most successful NFL franchise of all time! Browns: 10:40 Guardians: 20:57 Cavaliers: 36:24 Rooting: 43:45 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26914425

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 6 episodes 05/22/2023

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 6 episodes We prime the pump on our group 6 episode block. We are discussing the great cities of Portland and Cleveland, as well as diving into NBA history (the 1970s!) and discussing the state of sports media. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26907450

Bonus Episode 5 - History of Basketball, the Bill Russell Era 03/30/2023

Bonus Episode 5 - History of Basketball, the Bill Russell Era We dive into the Business, rules, style and history of the NBA, 1957 to 1969. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26388810

Miami - Capital of the Caribbean 03/28/2023

Miami - Capital of the Caribbean Explore the most vibrant city in the USA, burst with Latin energy! Dolphins - 12:20 Marlins - 26:00 Heat - 33:20 Panthers - 44:40 Rooting - 51:15 Share your fan story at , or on our social channels! /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26371857

Salt Lake City - More than just Mormons 03/27/2023

Salt Lake City - More than just Mormons In this Monday episode, we dive into one of six NBA only cities. The Jazz have a great (if city inappropriate nickname, and a deep and complicated history. We will explore the team, city and rooting interests. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26346459

Group 5 Mailbag 03/26/2023

Group 5 Mailbag With Basketball in full swing, we dive into NBA only Salt Lake City, Capital of Latin America - Miami, and two (2) bonus episodes on NBA History! This episode explores the question, are "College Sports just minor league sports"? Let us know what you think on Twitter, TikTok or Instragram (AbsFan_Podcast) or email us at [email protected] /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/26346372

Bonus Episode 4 - Basketball History 01/27/2023

Bonus Episode 4 - Basketball History In our First (of many) History of.... episodes, we discuss the early years of basketball, from it's invention in a Massachusetts YMCA to the end of the George Mikan era... Founding of the BAA Merger with the NBL, creating the NBA Pre-Dynasty Period (46-48) George Mikan Era (49-54) We cover notable names, year-by-year results, Win Share totals, All-NBA teams, the style of play, the business of the game, and any important rule changes. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25740753

Winnipeg - Pride of the Eastern Praries 01/26/2023

Winnipeg - Pride of the Eastern Praries Journey to the Great White North in our second Hockey Only City episode! Jets - 7:46. Rooting - 13:45 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25732038

Detroit - Motor City, or Motown, or Both? 01/25/2023

Detroit - Motor City, or Motown, or Both? Learn about the huge cultural imprint Detroit has left on these United States, from music, to automobiles and historic sports teams, from the very bad Lions, to the very good Red Wings Lions 9:35 Red Wings 12:15 Tigers 23:10 Pistons 32:10 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25718319

Kansas City - Hotspot of BBQ and football... coldspot of baseball 01/24/2023

Kansas City - Hotspot of BBQ and football... coldspot of baseball Explore the real gateway to the west with us! Kansas City has alot going for it, from Charlie Parker's Jazz to a unique BBQ style. We will learn all about the Chiefs and Royals, two teams that aren't named for what you think they are. It's more fun the emabarking on the Oregon Trail! Chiefs - 9:45 Royals - 18:45 Rooting - 28:40 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25695852

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 4 Episodes! 01/22/2023

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 4 Episodes! We share listener feedback, including "Cause and Effect" rooting between college and the pros, and temporary (playoff) fandom. We explain why the history of basketball is more interesting than the history of any other sport, and layout the plan for "Drop Week - Volume 4"! /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25693752

Seattle - Coffee, Tech and Boom or Bust 12/15/2022

Seattle - Coffee, Tech and Boom or Bust Explore the jewel of the Pacific Northwest... we learn the history, traditional economic cycles and sports mediocracy of America's Northernmost metropolis. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25343988

Bonus Episode 3b - Luck 12/15/2022

Bonus Episode 3b - Luck Humans are the storytelling animal.... we cannot let any effect go by without assigning a cause. We evolved this way.... the Neanderthal that assumed the movement in the bush was only a flitter of wind got eaten by a Sabertooth Tiger. We all struggle with the idea of Luck or Uncertainty in our lives, yet chaotic randomness abounds us. Should the role of luck in a given sport affect how much you like it? Should it affect how you root? Grapple with Big Ideas in our episode covering all things lucky! /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25332447

Bonus Episode 3a - Salary Structure 12/14/2022

Bonus Episode 3a - Salary Structure In this episodes we explore the various leagues' salary structures, and how they impact the fan experience. We discuss a topic I've never heard discussed anywhere else.... should a team be able to earn on field advantage? Learn enough to be fluent in "Cap Space" discussions with your friends. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25318842

Phoenix - Four Sports and Plenty of Heat 12/13/2022

Phoenix - Four Sports and Plenty of Heat We discuss the capital of Arizona, Phoenix. it's a pure sports town with lots of history in all four sports. Lots to choose from on their GWH games, and plenty of famous alumni Emma Stone, David Spade, Dierks Bentley, John McCain, Barry Goldwater, Sandra Day O'Conner AND Stephanie Meyer! Arizona Cardinals - 16:45 Arizona Diamondbacks - 23:10 Phoenix Suns - 28:48 Arizona Coyotes - 42:45 Rooting - 47:10 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25305570

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 3 Episodes 12/12/2022

Mailbag - Kickoff to Group 3 Episodes Thanks for all the listener feedback! In this episode, we discuss whether or not team nicknames matter, plus what its going to take for the USMNT to bring the World Cup trophy to the United States! See this excellent book to learn more! /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25292604

Bonus Episode 2 - What Makes a Good Sport? 11/19/2022

Bonus Episode 2 - What Makes a Good Sport? In our second episode, we figure out why some sports are mor popular than others, and learn a little about popular sports in exotic locals. /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25068822

Green Bay & Milwaukee - Cheese, Beer & German Immigration 11/17/2022

Green Bay & Milwaukee - Cheese, Beer & German Immigration Absolute Fandemonium discusses two cities at once! We cover both Wisconsin cities, learn about their unique and shared history, and discuss their sports franchises. The fan rooting interests get complicated between having two cities (Minneapolis and Chicago) near the borders of the state, but we figure it out. Plus, what the heck to do with the Upper Peninsula of Michigan? Packers 11:37 Brewers 24:50 Bucks 31:51 Rooting 40:13 Check out our companion reference material at Tell us your fan story at /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25050252

Las Vegas- Sex, Drugs, Nuclear Testing, and a Crazy Amount of Sports Tradition 11/17/2022

Las Vegas- Sex, Drugs, Nuclear Testing, and a Crazy Amount of Sports Tradition Listen to our take on Sin City! From the Raiders to the Golden Knights, iconic games in the 1970's, to the move successful expansion team ever. We explore the two fanscinating teams in the entertainment capital of the world. Football, Hockey, Trivia, History and the fan spheres of influence. Raiders: 5:30 Golden Knights 23:45 Rooting 25:51 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/25031832

Ottawa - Capital of the Great White North 11/15/2022

Ottawa - Capital of the Great White North A Brief History of Canada, followed by a history of Ottawa, home of the worlds largest skating rink. Ottawa Senators - 10:39 Rooting Interests - 19:34 /episode/index/show/ad05497d-c525-4eb8-9692-9495f96a9ed1/id/24997359

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