H2: Starting In Radio, Spirit Airlines, Weekend Parlay Idea
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The Sports Junkies celebrate their 30th anniversary on this episode, reflecting on the show's origins at WJFK and the dramatic shift when HFS abruptly flipped from rock to Spanish music in 2004, forcing the team to return to their original home. The hosts share nostalgic memories, including early days of calling pro athletes directly, the iconic 'pull our carts and smell our farts' goodbye song for former producer Amy Soudowitz, and the emotional impact of her surprise call-in after 25 years. They also honor Jason Bishop’s 56th birthday and the show’s growing legacy, with listeners sharing decades-long connections to the program. Amid the celebration, the team confronts their failing weekly sports parlay, admitting a 24% success rate over four weeks and deciding to overhaul the format by introducing 'fades'—bets on the opposite side of their picks—to give listeners a chance to profit. The episode closes with a thrilling recap of the Kentucky Derby, where the underdog horse Golden Tempo won at 23-1 odds, sparking excitement and debate about future Triple Crown races.
The Sports Junkies are celebrating 30 years of broadcasting, with deep reflections on their early days at HFS and the unexpected format flip that brought them back to WJFK.
The team acknowledges their poor parlay performance and introduces a new 'fade' system where they offer both their pick and the opposite side to give listeners a chance to win.
Listeners continue to connect with the show through personal stories, including long-time fans, former staff, and even chance encounters with hosts in public.
The Kentucky Derby victory by Golden Tempo at 23-1 odds is highlighted as a thrilling example of unpredictability in sports betting and racing.
The hosts express gratitude for the community built over three decades, emphasizing the show’s role in creating lasting friendships and shared memories.
30th Anniversary Celebration & HFS Format Flip
“We were sitting in the studio. We had just finished the show. Literally just finished. It was probably 10 a.m. 9.56. Jay Stevens, who was the operations manager... He pokes his frosted, tipped hair into the studio and he said, hey guys, we need to have a quick meeting in Michael's office after the show.”
Nostalgic Call-Ins & Early Show Memories
“I didn't know who these people were. I'm like, this is a list of people. I don't know who these people are. So great. Yeah, Amy was answering the calls, but then she also would be on the show kind of as – the moral compass of the show.”
The Parlay Crisis & New 'Fade' Strategy
“We're going to make it super simple where it's like a 50-50 shot. So we are going to take the other side. What we can do is we give our rationale for our pick and we give our pick and then we immediately give what the fade is on it so that everyone knows.”
Kentucky Derby Drama & Golden Tempo's Victory
“That is crazy to come from all the way back and win it. There have been some amazing finishes where you get photo finishes literally. You got to see a win by nose or whatever. That was just incredible.”
Final Reflections & Listener Appreciation
The episode closes with heartfelt thanks to long-time listeners, former staff, and the community that has sustained the show for 30 years, reinforcing the deep personal connections built through radio.
“We were sitting in the studio. We had just finished the show. Literally just finished. It was probably 10 a.m. 9.56. Jay Stevens, who was the operations manager... He pokes his frosted, tipped hair into the studio and he said, hey guys, we need to have a quick meeting in Michael's office after the show.”
“I'm willing to pay a lot more. It's air travel. Your life is in their hands.”
“That is crazy to come from all the way back and win it. There have been some amazing finishes where you get photo finishes literally. You got to see a win by nose or whatever. That was just incredible.”
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Johnny Cakesawville
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Amy Soudowitz
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Jason Bishop
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