https://simplecast.com Warming the Bench with Dan Tran As sports editor at The Tylt, the largest social polling platform on the internet, Dan Tran digs into all the fan insights and data gathered from millions of votes as he discusses the hottest topics in the game with the most influential voices in the industry. 2019 Warming the Bench with Dan Tran en Tue, 7 Jul 2020 04:00:10 +0000 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 15:54:41 +0000 https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com Warming the Bench with Dan Tran https://cdn.simplecast.com/images/6155e1bd-17b7-46e5-a292-67e857ff66ce/bebcdcc0-4586-4bce-82a7-7cc9da2951e5/3000x3000/warming-the-bench-logo.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com episodic As sports editor at The Tylt, the largest social polling platform on the internet, Dan Tran digs into all the fan insights and data gathered from millions of votes as he discusses the hottest topics in the game with the most influential voices in the industry. The Tylt no https://feeds.simplecast.com/pY2bZHec baseball, basketball, college, football, interviews, mlb, nba, ncaa, nfl, nhl, olympics, running, sports, tennis, wwe The Tylt daniel@thetylt.com 64bf82ac-7eea-4c3f-aed1-e4037d7325ee Lean on me: Athletes leading activism Have you ever been pepper-sprayed by law enforcement and arrested for no apparent reason other than calling out police brutality? Tylt sports editor Dan Tran talks with WISH-TV reporter and former Texas Southern running back Randall Newsome about his violent run-in with police officers, what wants to see from athletes to help move civil rights forward and how attending an HBCU shaped him.

]]> Tue, 7 Jul 2020 04:00:10 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/black-lives-matter-athletes-protest-hbcu-randall-newsome-OhmWWj7T Have you ever been pepper-sprayed by law enforcement and arrested for no apparent reason other than calling out police brutality? Tylt sports editor Dan Tran talks with WISH-TV reporter and former Texas Southern running back Randall Newsome about his violent run-in with police officers, what wants to see from athletes to help move civil rights forward and how attending an HBCU shaped him.

]]> Lean on me: Athletes leading activism The Tylt 01:03:09 Dan talks with former Texas Southern running back Randall Newsome about his violent run-in with police, historically Black colleges and the role of athletes in activism. Dan talks with former Texas Southern running back Randall Newsome about his violent run-in with police, historically Black colleges and the role of athletes in activism. texas southern, football, blm, nfl, activism, black lives matter, hbcu, athletes no full 10 2e3afe4b-5235-4065-89ae-275bf9c54f10 Air Jordans: If the shoe fits The Air Jordan is the shoe line that transcended the basketball court and sent sneakers into the stratosphere of culture and fashion. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran and The Ringer's Tyler Tynes discuss the shoe's impact on the court and off of it, including a discussion of getting his first pair and a breakdown of his favorite editions of the sneaker.

They also talk about Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance" and a new Cam Newton project Tynes is working on.

]]> Wed, 13 May 2020 13:57:54 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/michael-jordan-air-jordans-the-last-dance-eTmT0uZS The Air Jordan is the shoe line that transcended the basketball court and sent sneakers into the stratosphere of culture and fashion. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran and The Ringer's Tyler Tynes discuss the shoe's impact on the court and off of it, including a discussion of getting his first pair and a breakdown of his favorite editions of the sneaker.

They also talk about Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance" and a new Cam Newton project Tynes is working on.

]]> Air Jordans: If the shoe fits The Tylt 00:38:59 Michael Jordan's playing career is over, but his shoes continue to thrive and drive sneaker culture. The Ringer's Tyler Tynes joins Tylt sports editor Dan Tran to discuss the shoe's impact, "The Last Dance" and his new Cam Newton project. Michael Jordan's playing career is over, but his shoes continue to thrive and drive sneaker culture. The Ringer's Tyler Tynes joins Tylt sports editor Dan Tran to discuss the shoe's impact, "The Last Dance" and his new Cam Newton project. michael jordan, basketball, culture, nba, sneaker culture, the last dance, nike, sneakers, air jordan, chicago bulls yes full 9 31783ca0-88d2-464d-9e7b-bb51180da009 Draft Punk: NFL fans up all night to get lucky Dan Tran and New York Daily News writer Charles McDonald talk NFL Draft and the picks the New York Giants and New York Jets may go with after their playoff-less seasons.

The duo also discuss Rob Gronkowski's return to the NFL and whether he and quarterback Tom Brady can reproduce the same magic they had in New England at Tampa Bay.

]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:48:26 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/nfl-draft-2020-jets-giants-bucs-pats-tom-brady-gronkowski-793fi_OU Dan Tran and New York Daily News writer Charles McDonald talk NFL Draft and the picks the New York Giants and New York Jets may go with after their playoff-less seasons.

The duo also discuss Rob Gronkowski's return to the NFL and whether he and quarterback Tom Brady can reproduce the same magic they had in New England at Tampa Bay.

]]> Draft Punk: NFL fans up all night to get lucky The Tylt 00:36:27 The NFL Draft is moving forward with a digital twist to avoid coronavirus and fans are just as excited to see who their team picks to improve. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran talks with New York Daily News writer Charles McDonald to talk about what the New York Giants and New York Jets may do, the consequences of Rob Gronkowski's return to the NFL and play a little game of Pro Bowler/Starter/Bench. The NFL Draft is moving forward with a digital twist to avoid coronavirus and fans are just as excited to see who their team picks to improve. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran talks with New York Daily News writer Charles McDonald to talk about what the New York Giants and New York Jets may do, the consequences of Rob Gronkowski's return to the NFL and play a little game of Pro Bowler/Starter/Bench. football, new england patriots, rob gronkowski, nfl, isaiah simmons, tom brady, new york jets, new york giants, nfl draft, tampa bay buccaneers yes full 8 24578a89-0aff-4688-8b67-19d6315a2c34 LeBron James: Athlete or Activist LeBron James has accomplished more than many NBA legends, but his work off the court might eclipse anything he has done on it. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran talks with Marc and Dan Levin, award-winning filmmakers who documented the I Promise School's first year, and what they learned following the children who James and his team are helping.

Do you think James will be remembered more for his athletic achievements or his work in the community? Vote here in our poll!

]]> Tue, 7 Apr 2020 13:45:52 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/lebron-james-i-promise-athlete-activist-quibi-SgIsMrez LeBron James has accomplished more than many NBA legends, but his work off the court might eclipse anything he has done on it. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran talks with Marc and Dan Levin, award-winning filmmakers who documented the I Promise School's first year, and what they learned following the children who James and his team are helping.

Do you think James will be remembered more for his athletic achievements or his work in the community? Vote here in our poll!

]]> LeBron James: Athlete or Activist The Tylt 00:31:03 LeBron James is one of the greatest NBA players ever, but his legacy is so much more. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran sits down with award-winning filmmakers Marc and Dan Levin, who embedded themselves in James' I Promise school, to talk about the kids that attend the school and their "I Promise" docuseries on Quibi. LeBron James is one of the greatest NBA players ever, but his legacy is so much more. Tylt sports editor Dan Tran sits down with award-winning filmmakers Marc and Dan Levin, who embedded themselves in James' I Promise school, to talk about the kids that attend the school and their "I Promise" docuseries on Quibi. los angeles lakers, nba, i promise school, lebron james no full 7 fa9d03a6-5562-48b2-8bf8-2fecc17a8860 Bang! Bang!—The Astros shot us down Dan Tran and former Sonoma Stompers GM Jen Ramos break down the Astros sign-stealing scandal, analyzing the impact it's had on the league, the minors and even little league.

They also discuss some experimental punishments that may be better than the $5 million fine and draft pick forfeitures the MLB commissioner handed down, including one involving Braves player Nick Markakis, who suggested Astros players needed to be beaten for their crimes.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2020 08:00:21 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/astros-mlb-houston-cheating-scandal-punishment-IEBlItlc Dan Tran and former Sonoma Stompers GM Jen Ramos break down the Astros sign-stealing scandal, analyzing the impact it's had on the league, the minors and even little league.

They also discuss some experimental punishments that may be better than the $5 million fine and draft pick forfeitures the MLB commissioner handed down, including one involving Braves player Nick Markakis, who suggested Astros players needed to be beaten for their crimes.

]]> Bang! Bang!—The Astros shot us down The Tylt 00:30:48 The Houston Astros' sign-stealing scandal echoed through the sports world like a bat hitting a trashcan, but it was also the league's response (or lack thereof). Dan breaks it all down with former Sonoma Stompers general manager Jen Ramos including offering MLB commissioner Rob Manfred some alternate punishments. The Houston Astros' sign-stealing scandal echoed through the sports world like a bat hitting a trashcan, but it was also the league's response (or lack thereof). Dan breaks it all down with former Sonoma Stompers general manager Jen Ramos including offering MLB commissioner Rob Manfred some alternate punishments. scandal, cheating, mlb, baseball, los angeles dodgers, houston astros no full 6 5364c35f-006d-4a7d-ae95-2ab64af0e464 Super Spectacle: Breaking Down the Super Bowl Halftime Show Twitter: @tyltsports

Tylt sports editor enlists the help of Tylt Fan Army editor to run down the best Super Bowl halftime performances. Listen as the Tylt's most veteran editors cover everything from the revolutionary Michael Jackson performance to the spectacular Katy Perry show to the notorious wardrobe malfunction of Janet Jackson.

]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2020 14:54:09 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/super-bowl-liv-halftime-show-history-LXMJmwCO Twitter: @tyltsports

Tylt sports editor enlists the help of Tylt Fan Army editor to run down the best Super Bowl halftime performances. Listen as the Tylt's most veteran editors cover everything from the revolutionary Michael Jackson performance to the spectacular Katy Perry show to the notorious wardrobe malfunction of Janet Jackson.

]]> Super Spectacle: Breaking Down the Super Bowl Halftime Show The Tylt 00:56:06 From nipples to confused sharks, the Super Bowl halftime show has eclipsed the game itself with otherworldly performances and spectacular showmanship. Dan sits down with Tylt Fan Army editor Deron Dalton to breakdown some of the show's biggest hits and misses, and who you thought made the most memorable impact. From nipples to confused sharks, the Super Bowl halftime show has eclipsed the game itself with otherworldly performances and spectacular showmanship. Dan sits down with Tylt Fan Army editor Deron Dalton to breakdown some of the show's biggest hits and misses, and who you thought made the most memorable impact. bruno mars, lady gaga, nfl, prince, super bowl halftime show, super bowl liv, katy perry, beyonce, michael jackson, janet jackson no full 5 01dba579-6736-4bbe-b2dc-f65415d07c39 Mamba Out: A Kobe Bryant retrospective Twitter: @tyltsports

Kobe Bryant's untimely death has many across the world grieving the loss of not just a legendary basketball, but an inspiration and role model as well. Dan Tran is joined by ESPN producer Karlo Sy Su, Yahoo! producer Sandeep Chandok and WEEK Peoria weekend sports anchor Pablo Iglesias to come to grips about losing an icon and honor him with a pod talking about his impact as a sportsman and human being.

]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2020 15:17:39 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/kobe-bryant-lakers-nba-black-mamba-death-rip-_s_xrJZQ Twitter: @tyltsports

Kobe Bryant's untimely death has many across the world grieving the loss of not just a legendary basketball, but an inspiration and role model as well. Dan Tran is joined by ESPN producer Karlo Sy Su, Yahoo! producer Sandeep Chandok and WEEK Peoria weekend sports anchor Pablo Iglesias to come to grips about losing an icon and honor him with a pod talking about his impact as a sportsman and human being.

]]> Mamba Out: A Kobe Bryant retrospective The Tylt 01:13:19 Just days after NBA legend Kobe Bryant's untimely death, host Dan Tran sits down with colleagues and fellow fans to grieve, laugh and reminisce about the man, the myth, the Mamba. If you are still processing Bryant's passing, look no further to find people who are in the same boat. Just days after NBA legend Kobe Bryant's untimely death, host Dan Tran sits down with colleagues and fellow fans to grieve, laugh and reminisce about the man, the myth, the Mamba. If you are still processing Bryant's passing, look no further to find people who are in the same boat. kobe bryant, lakers, nba yes full 4 1454267b-5f04-4274-a191-d36e2ad947e9 NFL: The State of the Black Quarterback Twitter: @TyltSports

Five of the top 10 quarterbacks in terms of QBR are Black. A Black quarterback leads the NFL in passing yards, passing touchdowns, QBR and passing yards per game respectively. The top two MVP candidates by most prognosticators are Black. It would appear the days of the mistreatment of black quarterbacks is over. Or is it?

Race, politics and sports expert Tyler Tynes breaks it all down with Dan Tran.

]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2019 11:00:19 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/nfl-the-state-of-the-black-quarterback-I2n78YKo Twitter: @TyltSports

Five of the top 10 quarterbacks in terms of QBR are Black. A Black quarterback leads the NFL in passing yards, passing touchdowns, QBR and passing yards per game respectively. The top two MVP candidates by most prognosticators are Black. It would appear the days of the mistreatment of black quarterbacks is over. Or is it?

Race, politics and sports expert Tyler Tynes breaks it all down with Dan Tran.

]]> NFL: The State of the Black Quarterback The Tylt 00:40:32 In September, "The Undefeated" claimed that 2019 would be the year of the black quarterback, and the excellent play of Lamar Jackson, Russell Wilson and Patrick Mahomes have made them look like prophets. But are they actually respected? "The Ringer" staff writer Tyler Tynes joins Daniel Tran to talk about the Black quarterback and whether they are treated fairly by the league who employs them and the fans who root for them. Don't miss this lively discussion! In September, "The Undefeated" claimed that 2019 would be the year of the black quarterback, and the excellent play of Lamar Jackson, Russell Wilson and Patrick Mahomes have made them look like prophets. But are they actually respected? "The Ringer" staff writer Tyler Tynes joins Daniel Tran to talk about the Black quarterback and whether they are treated fairly by the league who employs them and the fans who root for them. Don't miss this lively discussion! russell wilson, football, patrick mahomes, nfl, civil rights, black issues, colin kaepernick, lamar jackson yes full 3 2178e3f4-edc2-4bb6-a9d7-7f9e9fc2145a The Game: Michigan vs. Ohio State Twitter: @TyltSports

Every year, Michigan and Ohio State clash in one of the most popular rivalries in all of sports. And the ill will is not just limited to the players and alums: it's ingrained in every citizen who resides in the two states.

We talk with former players about living through The Game, what each school meant them and their wildest memories of the rivalry, including a moment involving a bus, an older woman and the absence of pants.

]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:00:13 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (The Tylt) https://warming-the-bench-with-dan-tran.simplecast.com/episodes/the-game-michigan-ohio-state-wolverines-buckeyes-4MQlk396 Twitter: @TyltSports

Every year, Michigan and Ohio State clash in one of the most popular rivalries in all of sports. And the ill will is not just limited to the players and alums: it's ingrained in every citizen who resides in the two states.

We talk with former players about living through The Game, what each school meant them and their wildest memories of the rivalry, including a moment involving a bus, an older woman and the absence of pants.

]]> The Game: Michigan vs. Ohio State The Tylt 00:48:29 The War. The Rivalry. The Game. Dan breaks down Michigan vs. Ohio State, one of the most explosive rivalries in all of sports with two former players who starred at the respective colleges, including an All-American and national championship winner. The War. The Rivalry. The Game. Dan breaks down Michigan vs. Ohio State, one of the most explosive rivalries in all of sports with two former players who starred at the respective colleges, including an All-American and national championship winner. big 10, buckeyes, college football, wolverines, ohio state, ncaa football, michigan, rivalries no full 2 fc7e2a91-8736-4dc8-9723-75f5e9841651 Playing Through Pain Twitter: @TyltSports

News broke that Andrew Luck was retiring midway through a preseason game and fan reaction was not kind to him. Many couldn't understand why he was walking away from the game, but when you've taken as much punishment as he has, it's not hard to see why.

We discussed with our guests when playing through pain becomes too much and why they walk away from the game they love in the prime of their career.

7:53—Denard Robinson

22:29—Joshua Perry

]]> Tue, 1 Oct 2019 16:09:24 +0000 daniel@thetylt.com (Denard Robinson, Joshua Perry) https://thetylt.com/sports/nfl-nba-mlb-nhl-playing-hurt-toughness Twitter: @TyltSports

News broke that Andrew Luck was retiring midway through a preseason game and fan reaction was not kind to him. Many couldn't understand why he was walking away from the game, but when you've taken as much punishment as he has, it's not hard to see why.

We discussed with our guests when playing through pain becomes too much and why they walk away from the game they love in the prime of their career.

7:53—Denard Robinson

22:29—Joshua Perry

]]> Playing Through Pain Denard Robinson, Joshua Perry 00:43:00 Dan talks to former NFL players Denard Robinson and Joshua Perry about the culture of toughness in football and when the risk of injury outweighs the reward of glory. Dan talks to former NFL players Denard Robinson and Joshua Perry about the culture of toughness in football and when the risk of injury outweighs the reward of glory. joshua perry, football, injuries, nfl, nfl injury report, andrew luck, opiods, denard robinson, injury no full 1