The Best of The Dan Patrick Show

Covino & Rich1h 10mApril 16, 2026

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This episode of The Dan Patrick Show features Covino and Rich filling in for Dan Patrick, delivering a lively, nostalgic, and humorous deep dive into sports, pop culture, and aging. The conversation kicks off with a celebration of Steph Curry’s 35-point performance, reflecting on his longevity and legacy in the NBA at age 38. The hosts explore the emotional weight of watching athletes age—comparing Curry to icons like Ken Griffey Jr. and LeBron James—and share personal anecdotes about realizing that even legendary players were once young. They transition into a lighter, more playful segment on promotional giveaways at ballparks, ridiculing fans who fight over items like Padres puffer vests and Yoshi bobbleheads, drawing parallels to Black Friday chaos. The show then shifts to a heartfelt discussion about romantic movies, with Rich passionately defending Love Actually while Covino mocks it, leading to a humorous exchange about personal tastes shaped by youth and culture. The hosts share stories of watching The Notebook with friends, the emotional impact of The Princess Bride, and the awkwardness of watching 'adult' movies with parents. The episode closes with a mix of sports talk, fan call-ins, and a reminder of the show’s live stream on YouTube, blending humor, nostalgia, and genuine appreciation for the moments that define our lives.

Key Takeaways
1

Steph Curry’s 35-point game at age 38 is a testament to his enduring legacy and the emotional weight of watching legends age.

2

The nostalgia of watching athletes like Curry, Griffey Jr., and Jeter evolve from rookies to icons is a shared generational experience.

3

Fights over stadium giveaways like puffer vests or bobbleheads are absurd and reflect a deeper cultural obsession with material possessions.

4

Romantic movies like The Notebook and The Princess Bride can be deeply emotional, even for 'tough' guys, revealing how personal history shapes our tastes.

5

The way we consume media—like renting movies at Blockbuster with a date—has changed, but the memories remain powerful.

Chapters
0:00
10 min

Intro & The Dan Patrick Hattrick

Covino and Rich introduce themselves as fill-ins for Dan Patrick, setting the tone with humor and energy. They tease the 'Dan Patrick Hattrick' and preview topics like Curry, logos, and fan behavior.

10:00
20 min

Steph Curry’s Legacy & Aging in Sports

We got a little glimpse of, oh, that's right. That's why Steph Curry is a legend last night.

Highlight
30:00
20 min

Fan Fights Over Promotional Giveaways

Don't fight over a puffer vest or a Yoshi bobblehead. What do you think they're going for on eBay right now? Sam said like 60 to 70 bucks I saw at first glance.

Highlight
50:00
25 min

Romantic Movies & Personal Tastes

I was like, bro, let's watch Blood In, Blood Out. And you're like, how about Tom Hanks? And I'm like, how about...

Highlight
1:15:00
17 min

Fun Facts & Fan Call-Ins

The hosts share fun facts about baseball history, including the origin of the 'around the horn' infield toss and the Mets' colors. They take listener calls about romantic movies, with callers recommending films like Begin Again and Knocked Up.

High-Impact Quotes
The whole point of the movie is to count out to Christmas, you ass clown.
Covino107:11
Viral: 90.0
We got a little glimpse of, oh, that's right. That's why Steph Curry is a legend last night.
Rich20:12
Viral: 85.0
Don't fight over a puffer vest or a Yoshi bobblehead. What do you think they're going for on eBay right now? Sam said like 60 to 70 bucks I saw at first glance.
Covino68:26
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Hosts

CovinoRich
Topics Discussed
Aging in Sports95%Fan Culture & Promotional Giveaways90%Sports Legends & Legacy85%Romantic Movies & Personal Taste85%Nostalgia & Generational Memory80%Pop Culture References70%Baseball History & Fun Facts65%Sports Media & Podcasting60%
People & Brands

Covino

person

45xPositive

Rich

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43xPositive

Steph Curry

person

28xPositive

Dan Patrick

person

12xPositive

Love Actually

media

8xNegative

The Notebook

media

7xPositive

Iowa Sam

person

6xPositive

The Princess Bride

media

6xPositive

Ken Griffey Jr.

person

5xPositive

Padres Puffer Vest

product

5xNegative

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