I'm A Hose Monday (Hour 1) 3/9/26

·55 min·5 clips

The World Baseball Classic allows congas and trombones but bans kazoos, thunder sticks, and pots and pans—here's the full list.

The episode begins with Petros Papadakis and Matt Money Smith outlining the show's schedule adjustments because of Dodgers games and daylight saving time differences in Arizona. They transition to sports talk, mentioning the Clippers-Knicks game and Team USA vs. Mexico in the World Baseball Classic in Houston. Petros notes the vibrant, singing Mexican fan base, contrasting it with American sports crowds' preference for suites and separation. The hosts then delve into the WBC's official instrument rules, listing allowed items like bongos, trumpets, and tambourines, and banned items like vuvuzelas, whistles, and thunder sticks, with humorous commentary on cultural biases. UCLA head coach Mick Cronin is interviewed, discussing the Bruins' 10-1 home record, defensive metrics needed for NCAA success, and players like Donovan Dent and Tyler Bilodeau. Cronin explains Big Ten tournament logistics, including in-person scouting and tight turnaround times. After the interview, the hosts share weekend stories: Matt describes getting a rash from a poorly maintained hot tub and fears of Legionnaires' disease, while Petros talks about seeing the Peaky Blinders movie and his son's baseball game. Other segments include brief mentions of Claremont McKenna basketball and personal errands. The show wraps with upcoming segments featuring David Vassey and NFL news.

As heard by us

Mick Cronin gives the hour its tournament weight, while Matt's hot-tub panic delivers the wildest turn.

The Monday show moves through a crowded local sports calendar before settling into its strongest stretch with Mick Cronin and UCLA's Big Ten tournament outlook.

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You get Mick Cronin on UCLA's Big Ten tournament road, then Matt Money Smith's hot-tub health spiral barges in late.

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