Lunchtime With Roggin And Rodney

David Vassegh joins us to talk about the slumping Dodgers as they get set to host the Twins. Fred has a wild idea to kick-start the Dodgers - how about Dave Roberts pulls the lineup out of a hat!?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Woike hops on to talk about the Lakers signing Marcus Smart, the Clippers bringing back Chris Paul and more. WNBA players used the all-star game as a platform to ask for more money from the owners - but was it really the right time and place to do that?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the Dodgers were swept by the Brewers for the 2nd time in 2 weeks, we discuss what changes need to be made (Fred suggests a MAJOR lineup shakeup). The Lakers signed Marcus Smart to help their perimiter defense while Chris Paul is returning to the Clippers for what will likely be his final season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Plunkett hops on to preview the 2nd half of the Dodgers' season and talk about what their biggest needs are as the trade deadline approacehes. The Angels are 4 games out of the AL wildcard, but is it fools gold? Somehow the subject of body odor and bad breath came up and we asked: Do people who smell, know that they smell!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the world of NIL continues to change, we have the Executive Director of the House of Victory collective for USC, Spencer Harris, on the show to update us on the evolving landscape in college sports. With Mark Walter set to be the principle owner of the Lakers soon, could they make a Godfather offer to Sam Presti to pry him out of OKC? What do the Dodgers need most: A pitcher or a hitter?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dodgers will host the Brewers tonight to kick off the start of the 2nd half of the season. Could they trade for a star outfielder instead of a reliever? We have an update (and more information) about the now viral CEO-HR director controversey at the Coldplay concert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scottie Sheffler says he isnt defined by winning in golf and that the joy of winning tournaments is fleeting. We talk more about the Dodgers' start to the 2nd half of the season and take a look at some of the top prospects theyve traded away at the deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vinny Bonsignore joins the show as the Chargers and Lions kickoff the start of NFL training camp. Are the Lakers stressed that Luka could potentially eschew a 3 or 4 year extension and become a free agent after the upcoming season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the season gets set to resume for the Dodgers tomorrow we ask - Who was the Dodgers' MVP in the first half of the season? If you recieved bad service at a restaurant, would you leave a low tip or still tip the same amount that you usually would?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB and the 2028 Olympic committee are at an impasse - will pro's be able to play in the Oylmpics? We take a look ahead to the 2nd half of the season for the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Nightengale from USA Today joins us to recap the MLB All-Star festivities and preview the 2nd half of the season for the Dodgers. The Shemar Stewart situation with the Bengals further shows why the Dodgers' franchise is the gold standard in pro sportsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time, the MLB All-Star game ended with a 'swing-off' and the reviews were excellent. Bradley Beal has officially been bought out in Phoenix and will sign with the Clippers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss MLBs tv rights deal with ESPN and the changing landscape in media/streaming rights. Is the All Star game a reward for players having a good 1st half or is it a showcase for talented players who fans want (or should want) to watch?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ned Colletti joins us to talk all-star game and where the Dodgers sit at the break. MLB will use the ABS challenge system tonight in the all-sar game. Should the NCAA tournament expand?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cal Raleigh won the derby last night but the contest lacked true star power. Is the derby turning into the slam dunk contest considering that stars arent participating? Many people have taken issue with the fact that Jacob Misiorowski was named as an all-star replacement. Should Julio Urias get another shot in MLB?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dodgers beat writer, Jack Harris joins us from All-Star festivities in Atlanta and talks about the first half of the season. The Dodger Stadium gondola may be a reality if the folks in Sacramento get their waySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Woike joins us from Las Vegas to talk Summer League hoops, Lebron vs the Lakers, Bradley Beal's future and more. Why are athletes' seemingly so over-inflated?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What exactly is the grade for the Dodgers' first half as they enter the all star break with a 5 and half game lead over the Giants in the NL West? A man is accussed of being selfish after locking his fridge because co-workes kept stealing his lunch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Plunkett from the OC Register joins us as the Dodgers get set to face the Giants in their last series before the All-Star break. Did Lebron James throw shade at Bronny during the latest episode of his podcast?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the bombshell from ESPN that the Lakers have essentially been giving Lebron the cold shoulder this offseason as they look ahead to their future with Luka Doncic. Could The Joker be out in Denver after 2027 (when the Lakers and Clippers will have money under the cap)? Adam Auslund says Clayton Kershaw should start the all-star game on TuesdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.