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Your weekly escape into sports, culture, politics, and real‑life moments — but make it fun. Zero stress, all vibes. Kick back, press play, and hang with us. 

]]>www.baldenoughtosayit.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:46:22 GMTWed, 03 Jun 2026 15:34:34 GMT60Bald Enough to Say It<p>Hot takes. Smart chats. Real life. </p><p>Your weekly escape into <b>sports, culture, politics, and real‑life moments</b> — but make it fun. Zero stress, all vibes. Kick back, press play, and hang with us. <br /></p>episodicBald Enough to Say Itadmin@baldenoughtosayit.comno<![CDATA[Ep 7: Tell Me You Love Me]]>Our conversation covers a range of topics including weekend activities, the use of VAR in the World Cup, and the family episode and finale of 'Love Island.'

Don't forget to check out our socials and merch store on our website www.baldenoughtosayit.com

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Our Week in Review
  • 23:02 World Cup Quarterfinals: Controversies and Discussions
  • 37:30 Wimbledon Update
  • 40:45 NBA Preseason Insights
  • 42:46 Love Island Finale and Family Dynamics
  • 59:43 The Emotional Bank Account of Relationships
  • 01:05:38 Closing Thoughts and Somethings Coming Soon...

]]>afe27317-d126-4304-b053-dfe50a62e868Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>Our conversation covers a range of topics including weekend activities, the use of VAR in the World Cup, and the family episode and finale of 'Love Island.'</p><p></p><p>Don't forget to check out our socials and merch store on our website <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.baldenoughtosayit.com" target="_blank">www.baldenoughtosayit.com</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Our Week in Review</li><li>23:02 World Cup Quarterfinals: Controversies and Discussions</li><li>37:30 Wimbledon Update</li><li>40:45 NBA Preseason Insights</li><li>42:46 Love Island Finale and Family Dynamics</li><li>59:43 The Emotional Bank Account of Relationships</li><li>01:05:38 Closing Thoughts and Somethings Coming Soon...<p></p></li></ul>no01:07:0917Ep 7: Tell Me You Love Mefull<![CDATA[Ep 6: Suns Out, Buns Out]]>In this episode, we talk about our Fourth of July Semiquincentennial celebrations, the things you might see while chillin' at the river in New Braunfels, and dive into some updates on the World Cup matches as well as some controversy surrounding a the US vs Belgium game. The conversation then delves into the themes of double standards and hypocrisy of Love Island.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Intro and Our Week in Review
  • 12:16 Suns Out, Buns Out
  • 15:36 World Cup Updates and Surprising Outcomes
  • 32:11 Ted Lasso's Back!
  • 36:15 The Double Standards and Hypocrisy of Love Island Drama
  • 1:02:27 Pick-Up Lines and Approaching Connections
  • 1:15:19 Closing Thoughts
]]>0eb89725-b3b4-4413-8c52-06b0154d30e2Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, we talk about our Fourth of July Semiquincentennial celebrations, the things you might see while chillin' at the river in New Braunfels, and dive into some updates on the World Cup matches as well as some controversy surrounding a the US vs Belgium game. The conversation then delves into the themes of double standards and hypocrisy of Love Island.</p><p></p><p>Subscribe, like, and follow us on our YouTube Channel and Socials at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.baldenoughtosayit.com" target="_blank">www.baldenoughtosayit.com</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Intro and Our Week in Review</li><li>12:16 Suns Out, Buns Out</li><li>15:36 World Cup Updates and Surprising Outcomes</li><li>32:11 Ted Lasso's Back!</li><li>36:15 The Double Standards and Hypocrisy of Love Island Drama</li><li>1:02:27 Pick-Up Lines and Approaching Connections</li><li>1:15:19 Closing Thoughts</li></ul>no01:17:2716Ep 6: Suns Out, Buns Outfull<![CDATA[Bonus Ep 1: NBA Free Agency Frenzy]]>We wanted to discuss the impact of NBA free agency news, focusing on Jaylen Brown's move from the Celtics, the emotional and financial implications, and the impact on the rest of the league. We also dive into other player trades, team dynamics, and the return of Kawhi Leonard to Toronto, as well as speculate were LeBron might land.

As always, don't forget to check out our socials and merch through our website! www.baldenoughtosayit.com

Chapters

  • 00:00 NBA Free Agency News and Jaylen Brown's Move
  • 8:01 Analyzing Team Changes
  • 16:22 Trade Values and Player Comparisons
  • 19:28 Team Dynamics and Future Prospects
  • 20:20 Texas Teams and Their Strategies
  • 24:37 Free Agency Frenzy and Player Movements
  • 30:06 LeBron's Future and Team Fit
  • 32.:21 Wrap-Up and Future Bonus Episodes
]]>b5881aae-bc43-43e7-9e77-7c77d1e001bbFri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>We wanted to discuss the impact of NBA free agency news, focusing on Jaylen Brown's move from the Celtics, the emotional and financial implications, and the impact on the rest of the league. We also dive into other player trades, team dynamics, and the return of Kawhi Leonard to Toronto, as well as speculate were LeBron might land.</p><p></p><p>As always, don't forget to check out our socials and merch through our website! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.baldenoughtosayit.com" target="_blank">www.baldenoughtosayit.com</a> </p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 NBA Free Agency News and Jaylen Brown's Move</li><li>8:01 Analyzing Team Changes</li><li>16:22 Trade Values and Player Comparisons</li><li>19:28 Team Dynamics and Future Prospects</li><li>20:20 Texas Teams and Their Strategies</li><li>24:37 Free Agency Frenzy and Player Movements</li><li>30:06 LeBron's Future and Team Fit</li><li>32.:21 Wrap-Up and Future Bonus Episodes</li></ul>no00:34:0811Bonus Ep 1: NBA Free Agency Frenzybonus<![CDATA[Ep 5: Loyalty vs Possessiveness]]>In this episode, we recap our weekends, including a bug encounter, and discuss a parenting failure. We also delve into the NBA draft, major free agency moves, and the trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo. The conversation also covers the dynamics of relationships on Love Island

Don't forget to check out our socials and a chance to own your own Bald Enough to Say It merch! www.baldenoughtosayit.com

Chapters

  • 00:00 Weekend Recap and Centipede Encounter
  • 8:25 Parenting Challenges and Life Lessons
  • 12:51 NBA Draft and Free Agency Moves
  • 20:48 Trade Talks and Team Dynamics
  • 22:23 Exciting Backcourts: Ant Edwards and Lamelo Ball
  • 25:57 Boston's Future: Trade Speculations
  • 30:53 The Future of Lebron James and Ja Morant
  • 33:38 Zion Williamson: Potential in Pitfall
  • 34:02 World Cup Update and Player Performances
  • 40:58 World Cup Knockout Predictions: Analyzing Teams and Matchups
  • 57:57 Finals Forecast
  • 59:54 Casa Amor: Clash of the Emotions
  • 1:04:55 The Gender Divide: Loyalty vs Possessiveness
  • 1:12:42 Navigating Relationships in Reality TV
  • 1:15:27 The Complexity of Real Feelings in a Game
  • 1:18:40 The Reality of Emotions on Love Island
  • 1:21:54 Exploring Connections and Communications
  • 1:25:05 The Impact of Choices in Voting
  • 1:26:16 Wrap Up and Future Plans
]]>7f2865f4-d214-4fa8-9675-be3d07462f94Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:46:50 GMT<p>In this episode, we recap our weekends, including a bug encounter, and discuss a parenting failure. We also delve into the NBA draft, major free agency moves, and the trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo. The conversation also covers the dynamics of relationships on Love Island</p><p></p><p>Don't forget to check out our socials and a chance to own your own Bald Enough to Say It merch! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.baldenoughtosayit.com" target="_blank">www.baldenoughtosayit.com</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Weekend Recap and Centipede Encounter</li><li>8:25 Parenting Challenges and Life Lessons</li><li>12:51 NBA Draft and Free Agency Moves</li><li>20:48 Trade Talks and Team Dynamics</li><li>22:23 Exciting Backcourts: Ant Edwards and Lamelo Ball</li><li>25:57 Boston's Future: Trade Speculations</li><li>30:53 The Future of Lebron James and Ja Morant</li><li>33:38 Zion Williamson: Potential in Pitfall</li><li>34:02 World Cup Update and Player Performances</li><li>40:58 World Cup Knockout Predictions: Analyzing Teams and Matchups</li><li>57:57 Finals Forecast</li><li>59:54 Casa Amor: Clash of the Emotions</li><li>1:04:55 The Gender Divide: Loyalty vs Possessiveness</li><li>1:12:42 Navigating Relationships in Reality TV</li><li>1:15:27 The Complexity of Real Feelings in a Game</li><li>1:18:40 The Reality of Emotions on Love Island</li><li>1:21:54 Exploring Connections and Communications</li><li>1:25:05 The Impact of Choices in Voting</li><li>1:26:16 Wrap Up and Future Plans</li></ul>no01:27:4415Ep 5: Loyalty vs Possessivenessfull<![CDATA[Ep 4: Women vs Logic]]>In this episode we discuss our weekend catch-up, a couple of Netflix documentary reactions, World Cup review, and even a Juneteenth cookout menu controversy. We also delve into mental health, empathy, and accountability for parents and kids in today's world. And, we wrap up the episode with our dream guests and future plans.

Don't forget to check out our website, and order your Bald Enough to Say It merch! www.baldenoughtosayit.com

Chapters

  • 00:00 Welcome Back and Weekend Rewind
  • 8:17 Juneteenth Cookout
  • 13:16 Caught Cheating
  • 15:46 World Cup Review
  • 28:26 America's Good Vibes
  • 36:48 Love Island's House of Love
  • 46:32 The Game of Love vs. Fame
  • 49:32 Emotional Dynamics in Decision Making
  • 58:11 Exploring Maternal Instinct: A Deep Dive
  • 1:08:00 The Crash
  • 1:11:34 The Consequences of Reckless Decisions
  • 1:15:32 Parenting Perspectives and Life Lessons
  • 1:20:42 Gender Differences and Emotional Processing
  • 1:26:34 Dream Guests: Who Would You Invite?
  • 1:37:47 The Ultimate Guest List: Barack and Michelle Obama
  • 1:39:46 Closing Thoughts: Support and Future Aspirations
]]>849508b0-36e2-464f-a95e-5f1cf267c462Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode we discuss our weekend catch-up, a couple of Netflix documentary reactions, World Cup review, and even a Juneteenth cookout menu controversy. We also delve into mental health, empathy, and accountability for parents and kids in today's world. And, we wrap up the episode with our dream guests and future plans.</p><p></p><p>Don't forget to check out our website, and order your Bald Enough to Say It merch! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.baldenoughtosayit.com" target="_blank">www.baldenoughtosayit.com</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Welcome Back and Weekend Rewind</li><li>8:17 Juneteenth Cookout</li><li>13:16 Caught Cheating</li><li>15:46 World Cup Review</li><li>28:26 America's Good Vibes</li><li>36:48 Love Island's House of Love</li><li>46:32 The Game of Love vs. Fame</li><li>49:32 Emotional Dynamics in Decision Making</li><li>58:11 Exploring Maternal Instinct: A Deep Dive</li><li>1:08:00 The Crash</li><li>1:11:34 The Consequences of Reckless Decisions</li><li>1:15:32 Parenting Perspectives and Life Lessons</li><li>1:20:42 Gender Differences and Emotional Processing</li><li>1:26:34 Dream Guests: Who Would You Invite?</li><li>1:37:47 The Ultimate Guest List: Barack and Michelle Obama</li><li>1:39:46 Closing Thoughts: Support and Future Aspirations </li></ul>yes01:42:4614Ep 4: Women vs Logicfull<![CDATA[Ep 3: Bald Takes Ft Joshua Jay Nieto]]>On this episode we cover a range of topics including movie preferences, reasons for watching movies, discussion about the World Cup. We have our first guest, Mr. Josh Jay Nieto, and he went through our Bald Takes Questionnaire. He provided us his insights on being a stand-up comedian full-time and his experience as a Jackal for the San Antonio Spurs. We wrapped up the episode with our reactions and thoughts to the NBA Finals and the conclusion of the NBA season. Make sure to follow us and Josh on the socials below:

Joshua Jay Nieto Official: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook | Linktree: https://linktr.ee/joshuajaynieto

Our Website: www.baldenoughtosayit.com

Chapters

  • 00:00 Murder Mysteries and Reading Preferences
  • 19:25 Cultural Observations about Japanese Fans and Cleanliness
  • 31:43 Refereeing Challenges in Sports
  • 45:37 Becoming a Jackal
  • 51:07 The Impact of the Jackals
  • 58:56 Transition from Teaching to Comedy
]]>5f7b0cf4-40b3-4d1c-8782-f8944a3c98eeThu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>On this episode we cover a range of topics including movie preferences, reasons for watching movies, discussion about the World Cup. We have our first guest, Mr. Josh Jay Nieto, and he went through our Bald Takes Questionnaire. He provided us his insights on being a stand-up comedian full-time and his experience as a Jackal for the San Antonio Spurs. We wrapped up the episode with our reactions and thoughts to the NBA Finals and the conclusion of the NBA season. Make sure to follow us and Josh on the socials below:</p><p></p><p>Joshua Jay Nieto Official: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook | Linktree: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/joshuajaynieto" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/joshuajaynieto</a></p><p></p><p>Our Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.baldenoughtosayit.com" target="_blank">www.baldenoughtosayit.com</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Murder Mysteries and Reading Preferences</li><li>19:25 Cultural Observations about Japanese Fans and Cleanliness</li><li>31:43 Refereeing Challenges in Sports</li><li>45:37 Becoming a Jackal</li><li>51:07 The Impact of the Jackals</li><li>58:56 Transition from Teaching to Comedy</li></ul>yes01:43:0013Ep 3: Bald Takes Ft Joshua Jay Nietofull<![CDATA[Ep 2: Man Meat]]>We cover a range of topics including weekend activities, driving in Texas, personal anecdotes, and the NBA finals. We also end up discussing Athlete development and access to sports, with our group dynamics of friendships and the different chapters in life working their way into the convo. We wrap up the episode with a quiz on The Office.

Leave comments and let us know your score on the quiz!

And, don't forget to pick up your very own Bald Enough to Say It merch at our store! https://www.teepublic.com/user/bald-enough-to-say-it-podcast

Chapters

  • 00:00 Weekend Activities and Personal Anecdotes
  • 16:24 NBA Finals Analysis
  • 22:51 The Dynamics of Professional Sports
  • 43:00 Recent NFL Player Moves
  • 49:11 The Influence of Money in College Sports
  • 57:43 Movies and Entertainment
  • 01:09:23 Friendships and Relationships
  • 01:24:38 Podcast Plans and Audience Engagement
]]>a3503f3c-4cdf-4519-9ec4-a353337dd13dThu, 11 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>We cover a range of topics including weekend activities, driving in Texas, personal anecdotes, and the NBA finals. We also end up discussing Athlete development and access to sports, with our group dynamics of friendships and the different chapters in life working their way into the convo. We wrap up the episode with a quiz on The Office.</p><p></p><p>Leave comments and let us know your score on the quiz!<br /><br />And, don't forget to pick up your very own Bald Enough to Say It merch at our store! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/bald-enough-to-say-it-podcast" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/user/bald-enough-to-say-it-podcast</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Weekend Activities and Personal Anecdotes</li><li>16:24 NBA Finals Analysis</li><li>22:51 The Dynamics of Professional Sports</li><li>43:00 Recent NFL Player Moves</li><li>49:11 The Influence of Money in College Sports</li><li>57:43 Movies and Entertainment</li><li>01:09:23 Friendships and Relationships</li><li>01:24:38 Podcast Plans and Audience Engagement</li></ul>no01:17:2612Ep 2: Man Meatfull<![CDATA[Ep 1: Two Truths and a Lie]]>We're excited to launch episode one! Listen in to our game of Two Truths and a Lie, where we share personal stories and reveal some secrets. We wrap the first episode by discussing game seven of the western conference finals between OKC and Spurs.

And, don't forget to pick up your very own Bald Enough to Say It merch at our store! https://www.teepublic.com/user/bald-enough-to-say-it-podcast

Chapters

  • 00:00 Podcast Launch Excitement
  • 06:03 Barry's Two Truths and a Lie
  • 11:15 Jen's Two Truths and a Lie
  • 18:11 Shaun's Two Truths and a Lie
  • 27:00 NBA Game Seven Discussion
  • 32:29 Atmosphere and History of MSG
  • 40:20 Personal Hygiene and Grooming
]]>0f060bc3-ae04-4e8d-b752-3e6948880374Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:15:04 GMT<p>We're excited to launch episode one! Listen in to our game of Two Truths and a Lie, where we share personal stories and reveal some secrets. We wrap the first episode by discussing game seven of the western conference finals between OKC and Spurs.</p><p></p><p>And, don't forget to pick up your very own Bald Enough to Say It merch at our store! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.teepublic.com/user/bald-enough-to-say-it-podcast" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/user/bald-enough-to-say-it-podcast</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Podcast Launch Excitement</li><li>06:03 Barry's Two Truths and a Lie</li><li>11:15 Jen's Two Truths and a Lie</li><li>18:11 Shaun's Two Truths and a Lie</li><li>27:00 NBA Game Seven Discussion</li><li>32:29 Atmosphere and History of MSG</li><li>40:20 Personal Hygiene and Grooming</li></ul>no00:50:1011Ep 1: Two Truths and a Liefull