The Best Of Covino & Rich

Covino & Rich1h 9mApril 14, 2026

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Covino & Rich deliver a high-energy, comedic deep dive into the intersection of sports, relationships, and pop culture in their 'Best Of' episode. The show kicks off with a playful exploration of the WNBA draft, centering on the controversy and intrigue surrounding AZ Fudd potentially joining the Dallas Wings alongside her girlfriend, Paige Beckers—a real-life power couple who won a national title together. The hosts dissect the implications of romantic relationships among teammates, drawing parallels to workplace dynamics, HR policies, and the potential for drama, sabotage, and fan fascination. They debate whether such relationships enhance team chemistry or create toxic divisions, using real examples from the WNBA and other sports. The conversation expands into broader themes: the emotional toll of professional sports, the absurdity of fan culture (like Rich’s reluctant Hello Kitty hoodie pilgrimage), and the cyclical nature of sports fandom. The episode also features a lively Big Papi trivia segment, a playful debate on New York vs. L.A. food, and a satirical take on potential celebrity fights like Hunter Biden vs. a Trump son. Throughout, the hosts blend humor, insight, and cultural commentary, celebrating the unpredictability and drama that make sports—and life—so compelling.

Key Takeaways
1

View each week as a seven-game series: win four days to 'win' the week.

2

Romantic relationships among teammates can be both a strength and a risk—boosting morale but potentially fracturing team chemistry.

3

The WNBA’s openness to LGBTQ+ relationships adds a unique layer of drama and storytelling that other leagues lack.

4

HR policies in sports and workplaces should consider relationship dynamics, especially when reporting structures are involved.

5

Fan culture thrives on drama—whether it’s a love triangle, a bad throw, or a celebrity fight—so lean into the storylines.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

Opening Ads & Podcast Teasers

The episode opens with a series of promotional clips for iHeartRadio podcasts including Superhuman, 2%, Look Back at It, and Help from a Hypocrite, setting a playful, meta tone for the show.

10:00
10 min

The Seven-Game Series Life Hack

You just got to win four days. Yeah, you're going to have a crappy day. Like Mondays are sort of a drag-ass type of day. But, you know, Friday's sort of a gimme, right? Like Friday's likely going to be a win.

Highlight
20:00
20 min

The WNBA Love Triangle Controversy

If they do have a lover's quarrel and say someone breaks up with who or there's something going on, that Locker room is going to be like, well, are you team Paige or team AZ?

Highlight
40:00
20 min

HR, Workplace Romance & Team Chemistry

You've got to tell the whole founders team, everyone that you're in a relationship. We got to make this up and up.

Highlight
1:00:00
20 min

The Hello Kitty Hoodie & Mets Drama

Rich shares his reluctance to attend a Dodger Stadium game due to traffic and the hassle of getting there early for a Hello Kitty hoodie. The hosts riff on fan culture, parenting, and the absurdity of sports rituals.

High-Impact Quotes
If they do have a lover's quarrel and say someone breaks up with who or there's something going on, that Locker room is going to be like, well, are you team Paige or team AZ?
Rich Davis26:50
Viral: 90.0
You just got to win four days. Yeah, you're going to have a crappy day. Like Mondays are sort of a drag-ass type of day. But, you know, Friday's sort of a gimme, right? Like Friday's likely going to be a win.
Steve Covino7:20
Viral: 85.0
I'm going to sell that on the spot for it. I'm going to be like, who wants it? You're underselling the weather.
Rich Davis99:00
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Hosts

Steve CovinoRich DavisDanny GIowa SamBayer

Guests

Big Papi (Camino and H)Dan Byer
Topics Discussed
Life as a Seven-Game Series95%Romantic Relationships in Sports90%WNBA Draft Drama88%Workplace Romance & HR Policies85%Fan Culture & Sports Rituals80%Early-Season Team Struggles75%Cyclical Nature of Sports Popularity72%Sports Fandom & Emotional Investment70%
People & Brands

WNBA

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18xPositive

Steve Covino

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15xPositive

Rich Davis

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New York Mets

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14xMixed

AZ Fudd

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12xPositive

Los Angeles Dodgers

other

12xPositive

Dan Byer

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12xPositive

Paige Beckers

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11xPositive

Danny G

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10xPositive

Big Papi

person

10xPositive

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