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Episode Synopsis
This week on Geeks Who Like Sports, Ray and Lee provide a special 4th of July episode, packed with quick hits and deep dives into the latest in sports and geek culture. Here’s what we covered in this week’s episode:DoorDash Dash of the Week:•Lee orders from Wawa to see if DoorDash delivers on time. Did they make it within the 15-25 minute window? Find out!NHL Draft and Free Agency:•A look at the NHL draft highlights, including some surprising picks and the futuristic venue.•Analysis of the NHL free agency moves, including Stephen Stamkos, Brady Skay, and Marcia So’s signings with Nashville.•Discussions on how teams like the Rangers, Flyers, and Panthers are shaping up for next season.NBA News:•Bronny James joins the Lakers, sparking a historical father-son duo in the NBA.•The Lakers’ coaching shift with JJ Reddick and what it means for the team’s dynamics.•Major free agency updates, including the Knicks’ and Sixers’ big moves and record-breaking contracts for players like Jason Tatum.Olympics and AI Al Michaels:•The upcoming Paris Olympics and the US team’s unique preparations.•NBC introduces AI Al Michaels to provide personalized Olympic highlights – a potential game-changer or a flop?UFC Heroics:•Dan Ige’s last-minute save for UFC 303, stepping in to fight Diego Lopez on short notice and going the distance.Star Wars Acolyte Recap:•Episode 5 breakdown: Lightsaber battles, the introduction of cortosis ore, and speculations on the future of the series.•The potential Sith Lord apprentice dynamics and the fate of key characters.Kite Man Spinoff:•HBO Max’s new Kite Man spinoff from the Harley Quinn show, featuring Bane as a sidekick. Will it live up to the hype?Geeks Buying Toys:•New data reveals adults are the biggest buyers of toys. What does this mean for the market and our nostalgia-driven purchases?Gaming and Animation:•The importance of re-releases and HD versions of classic games like Ocarina of Time.•The enduring legacy of shows like X-Men 97 and their impact on modern audiences.Join us for all this and more as we dive into this week's intersection of sports and geekdom. Remember to subscribe, rate, and review! Have a happy and safe 4th of July, and we’ll see you next week!We Wanna Know What You Think! Click Here To Send Us A Text
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