Since we are still living in a relatively sports free world at the moment, there has never been a better time to go beyond the games and catch a sports documentary or two to get your fix. In your quest to find a good starting point, look no further than this episode of The Greatest where Megan and C.J. are joined by Jamel Johnson (AirBuds, Ridiculousness) as they talk about some of their favorite sports documentaries. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See o...
Jun 16, 2020•59 min
Some people just can't stick to the righteous path no matter how hard they try - and when those people intersect with the sports world, they have the ability to finagle their way into some straight-up lowdown, shameful situations. On this episode of The Greatest, listen as Megan and C.J. discuss their picks for the greatest sports scandals of all time with their guest, The Ringer's Jason Concepcion (NBA Desktop and Binge Mode). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork...
Jun 09, 2020•1 hr 12 min
We all enjoy watching our favorite professional athletes play the games we love, and we become accustomed to seeing them on the job. So when athletes give fans a glimpse of who they are outside of the game they play, it can make them more likable, maybe more hateable, but usually more relatable. In this episode, C.J. and Megan welcome Nitz Bluvstein (wantnotneedfund.com, Count the Dings, #NBATwitter as @nitzbluv) to The Greatest to discuss their picks for the greatest fashion statement moments. ...
Jun 03, 2020•1 hr
Everyone loves a good underdog story, and in this episode of The Greatest, Justin Halpern (Writer/Executive Producer Harley Quinn, Sh*t My Dad Says) joins Megan and C.J. to discuss their picks. Listen and revisit the stories of the greatest dark horses of all time. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 26, 2020•59 min
A professional athlete's career days are numbered the minute they sign their first contract, and some athlete's careers begin the day they retire. Many astute athletes are able to use the same goal-oriented drive, smarts and gregariousness that helped them become a top-level athlete to go on to have success after they are done playing the game. Megan and C.J. welcome Jensen Karp, host of "The No-Sports Report" Podcast on the iHeart Radio Network to discuss their picks for the greatest post-playi...
May 19, 2020•54 min
The press conference – a recipe for some of the greatest moments in sports history! They often take place right after the event when an athlete has just stepped directly off the field of battle. They have experienced unbelievable victory, agonizing defeat, or any range of occurrences in between. They are suddenly thrust in front of people to answer any questions that may come their way while the thoughts and emotions of the event that just took place are still fresh in their mind. It’s no wonder...
May 12, 2020•52 min
Hot dogs, corn dogs, popcornopolis zebra popcorn, some sort of confection inside of a souvenir hat - wherever your tastebuds may lead you, one of the best things about going to see a game is that there is always something there to tickle your culinary fancy whether you're hungry or not! Megan and C.J. welcome comedian Sarah Tiana (host of Riggle's Picks with Rob Riggle) to The Greatest to discuss their picks for greatest stadium food of all time. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.i...
May 05, 2020•50 min
In a very special episode of The Greatest, NBA legend Reggie Miller joins Megan and C.J. to sprinkle around some positivity and field some of their most pressing Reggie Miller questions. Listen in as Megan and C.J. share the reasons why Reggie is so important to them, and find out why he is Megan's G.O.A.T. He may be yours too after hearing this episode! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 28, 2020•45 min
The drama of the sporting spirit has been portrayed on the big screen in fantastic ways over the years. When asked what the choicest sports film of all time are, one may conjure up titles like Rocky, Rudy, Raging Bull and The Natural. None of these flicks make the cut here! Join Megan and C.J as they welcome actor and comedian Joel Kim Booster (Sunnyside, Shrill), and find out what's on the top of their lists of "greatest sports movies". Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc...
Apr 21, 2020•54 min
Throughout the history of sport, there have been two types of personalities fans gravitate toward - those we love, and those we love to hate. This episode of The Greatest celebrates the latter. Join Megan and C.J. as they discuss some of sports most well-known villains with actor, writer, author, and comedian Langston Kerman (ABC's Bless This Mess ). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 14, 2020•47 min
In the first episode of The Greatest recorded from quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic, Megan and C.J. take a trip to the good old days; you know, the days when we could go out and see a sporting event. The times we would be around our fellow human beings - cheering, laughing, bickering, eating a hotdog and ultimately sharing in the experience of being a sports fan together. While we wait for sports to come back, join The Greatest duo as they hearken back to the past and discuss some of the ...
Apr 07, 2020•56 min
“On this week's episode of The Greatest, there is no arguing, and there is no debate: only celebration. That is because of the universal truth that moms are the best! Join Megan, C.J. and their guest Erin Lennox (writer for "Game On" with Keegan Michael Key, Rob Gronkowski, and Venus Williams, and for Von Miller's Facebook Watch Show Studio 58 among others) as they talk about the greatest athletes who are moms.” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystu...
Mar 31, 2020•1 hr 8 min
"Look good, play good." That's what Deion Sanders used to say, and that sentiment has lived on ever since. From Russell Westbrook to Serena Williams, pro athletes have been taking their style as serious as their game for decades now. That's why on this episode, Megan & C.J. invite writer extraordinaire Dave Schilling (The Ringer, Bleacher Report, WWE) to discuss THE GREATEST DRESSERS OF ALL TIME. So sit back, turn up the volume, and maybe you'll learn a few fashion tips from some of your fav...
Mar 24, 2020•1 hr 12 min
Like many of you out there across this great globe of ours, we were hoping to be up to our ears in college basketball action this week! That’s why we pre-recorded this episode with #NBATwitter royalty JOSIAH JOHNSON (Comedy Central’s Legend of Chamberlain Heights) to discuss his UCLA playing days and what he considers THE GREATEST MARCH MADNESS MOMENTS OF ALL TIME. Although times are wild right now, we are taking this as an opportunity to fulfill our civic duty to keep sweet podcast goodness str...
Mar 17, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Hot off the recent news of Spike Lee’s feud with Knicks owner James Dolan, we thought there’d be no time better than now for hosts Megan Gailey and C.J. Toledano to have on ERIN RYAN (It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, Crooked Media’s Hysteria) to discuss “The Greatest Celebrity Fans.” Sure, there are the obvious like Spike Lee and Jack Nicholson, but the crew really digs deep and pulls out some more obscure choices of Tinseltown’s most loyal. So grab some popcorn, find a comfy seat, and tune in...
Mar 10, 2020•1 hr 7 min
On this week's episode of "The Greatest," Megan and C.J. are joined by the authority in the comedy scene on all-things WNBA, Mo Welch (Conan, Good Talk with Anthony Jeselnik)! It wouldn't be right if they didn't talk about some of the game's best and who they think are some of the greatest WNBA players of all-time. From Sheryl Swoopes to Maya Moore, they show love to both current players and the legends who came before them, while also discussing what has made some of their journey's so unique. ...
Mar 03, 2020•1 hr 2 min
The mark of a superstar athlete is a signature sneaker. Sneakers enable regular people like us to feel inches closer to our idols growing up, sometimes even leading to a healthy shoe obsession as a grown up.. In this episode of "The Greatest," Megan & C.J. invite comedian David Gborie (Comedy Central, Conan) to the mic to discuss the greatest sneakers of all time. They cover the obvious classics like Jordan's, Kobe's, and of course the more obscure; David and C.J. consider themselves true "s...
Feb 25, 2020•1 hr 15 min
We all know Megan & C.J. love sports, but you know what they love second best? Watching TV & movies! That's why for this fun-packed episode of "The Greatest" they've invited their friend and TV writer/producer extraordinaire & die-hard Clippers fan, Jen Statsky (Parks & Rec, The Good Place, Broad City), to discuss "The Greatest Athlete Cameos." From Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in "Airplane" to Dan Marino in "Ace Ventura", the gang bring up some of the best appearances from professional a...
Feb 18, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Behind every great player is a great coach; or in the words of hosts Megan Gailey and C.J. Toledano, “The Greatest Coach.” On another hilarious and highly educational episode of “The Greatest,” they’re joined by comedian Clark Jones (NFL on Fox, HBO’s Crashing, Classic Black Dude podcast) as they discuss and debate the greatest coaches of all-time. Will C.J. and Clark talk Megan’s ear off about the “Triangle Offense"? You’ll have to listen to find out (but also, yes, always!). Learn more about y...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 5 min
While sports are often known for vicious competition, they can also lead to teamwork and genuine friendship. Whether it's actual sisters like Venus and Serena, or people that just feel like family now (LeBron and D Wade for example), sports brings people together in the best way! And on this week's episode, C.J. and Megan invite comedy BFF, Netflix "Degenerate" and diehard Dennis Rodman fan, Liza Treyger, to help them decide the greatest sports duos of all time! Does C.J. pick an actual cartoon ...
Feb 04, 2020•1 hr
It’s Super Bowl week, and whether you’re a sports fan or not, this is always a big time of the year. The big game, the commercials, the snacks, and most importantly for some... the half-time show! From Diana Ross, to Britney Spears, to Bruno Mars; the biggest stars in music go all-in on one of the biggest performances of the year. Who were some of the best to ever do it? What were some of the biggest surprises? Did any cameos outshine the headliners? Listen as Megan and C.J. take a deep dive int...
Jan 28, 2020•1 hr 10 min
On the inaugural episode of The Greatest, Megan and C.J. welcome comedian Anthony Jeselnik to discuss, among other things, the greatest sports beefs of all time. From Reggie Miller and Spike Lee to Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding, along with some surprises thrown in that you may not expect, sports' greatest feuds, grievances, and disputes are broken down and debated. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 21, 2020•1 hr 4 min
The Greatest is a podcast that takes every sports fan’s favorite pastime of discussing, debating, or even all out arguing, who or what are the best of anything relating to sports. From players, teams, games, seasons to even movies (It’s “White Men Can’t Jump” obvi), hosts Megan Gailey and C.J. Toledano, both die-hard sports fans and more importantly married to each other, will cover it all. It’s like if the hosts of PTI also had to raise children together. Learn more about your ad-choices at htt...
Jan 15, 2020•2 min