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The Cochrane Show is where real sports talk meets entertainment. Hosted by John Cochrane, we break down the biggest stories from the NBA, NFL, and NHL every week — no fluff, no fake hot takes, just bold opinions and sharp analysis. From viral moments to game-changing plays, we give you the takes every true fan actually wants to hear. New episodes weekly. Real talk. Real sports.

  1. 9H AGO

    Is Tanking Actually GOOD for the NBA?

    On today’s episode of The Cochrane Show, we break down the biggest question in the league right now — is tanking really hurting the NBA, or is it the only smart way to build a contender? We dive into:– The OKC model and whether tanking is now validated– If shortening the season would change anything– Was this the best All-Star Game in years?– Is Detroit ahead of schedule?– And if the Warriors sneak in… who actually wants to see them? This is a full State of the League discussion. #NBA #NBATanking #OklahomaCityThunder #DetroitPistons #GoldenStateWarriors

    45 min

  2. FEB 11

    Are the Warriors Finished… or Is Porzingis the Fix?

    The Golden State Warriors just made their move — but is it enough? We break down whether Kristaps Porzingis is truly the final piece for Steph Curry and the Warriors, or if this dynasty is nearing the end. With Steph still playing at an All-NBA level, Draymond’s future uncertain, and the West stacked, the pressure is real. Is this the last real run for the Warriors core? We also discuss: Is the dynasty officially in its final phase?Should Golden State consider blowing it up?Steph’s championship windowThe Western Conference raceAre the Warriors still contenders?Drop your thoughts in the comments — is this team good enough to make a playoff run? #GoldenStateWarriors #StephCurry #WarriorsNation #NBA #DubNation #NBAPlayoffs #WarriorsTrade

    44 min

  3. FEB 5

    Super Bowl 2026 Preview: Seahawks vs. Patriots + NBA Trade Deadline Breakdown

    Can Mike Vrabel and Drake May actually pull this off? Join John Cochrane and special guest/Boston sports fanatic Dan Coats for a massive Super Bowl LIX preview edition of The Cochrane Show! We dive deep into the improbable New England Patriots run, the dominant Seattle Seahawks defense, and whether John’s "conspiracy theory" about the Patriots' easy schedule actually holds water. Plus, we’re breaking down a wild NBA Trade Deadline: The Celtics' move for Vucevic (is Tatum a 1B?)James Harden to Cleveland?! (John's epic rant)All-Star Game: USA vs. The World – who wins?Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: The Boston vs. Seattle Rivalry 4:00 - Are Boston fans spoiled? 6:30 - How did the Patriots make the Super Bowl? 11:00 - John’s "Easy Schedule" Conspiracy Theory 16:00 - Drake May vs. the Seahawks Defense 24:00 - X-Factors & Super Bowl Score Predictions 38:00 - NBA Trade Deadline: Celtics & Vucevic 45:00 - Rant: James Harden to the Cavs makes NO sense 49:00 - All-Star Game: World vs. USA #SuperBowlLIX #Seahawks #Patriots #NBA #Celtics #JamesHarden #DrakeMay #TheCochraneShow #NFL2026 #SportsPodcast

    55 min

  4. FEB 3

    NBA Trade Deadline 2026: GIANNIS TO WARRIORS? | Why Ja Morant MUST go to Miami

    The NBA trade deadline is 48 hours away, and the league is in absolute chaos. With Jimmy Butler out (ACL) and Luka Doncic already leading the Lakers, the balance of power is shifting. In today's episode of The Cochrane Show, I’m breaking down 5 blockbuster trades that need to happen RIGHT NOW. From Giannis Antetokounmpo finally landing in the Bay to Ja Morant’s fresh start with "Heat Culture," we’re using the ESPN Trade Machine to find the logic behind the madness. In this episode: 0:00 - Trade Deadline Intro1:15 - Giannis to Golden State: The Draymond Green Dilemma4:30 - Ja Morant to Miami Heat: Rebuilding the Bad Boys7:15 - Michael Porter Jr. to the Lakers: Giving Luka a Sniper9:45 - Zion Williamson to Detroit? A Motor City Gamble12:20 - Anthony Davis & The Spurs’ FutureSUBSCRIBE for more In the analysis as we track every move before the Feb 5th buzzer! #NBATradeDeadline #Warriors #Lakers #Giannis #TheCochraneShow #NBA2026

    19 min

  5. JAN 30

    The Giannis-to-Warriors Emergency Pod: Apex Mountain or Desperation Play?

    Are we really doing this? Is the "Greek Freak" actually heading to the Bay Area? With the Bucks sitting at 12th in the East and the trade deadline just days away, the NBA world is on fire. Following the news of Milwaukee finally taking calls and the Warriors losing Jimmy Butler to a devastating ACL tear, the stars are aligning for a trade that would shift the NBA's tectonic plates. In this episode, I’m breaking down: The "Who Says No?" Game: I look at a massive Golden State package involving Jonathan Kuminga and every draft pick until 2032.The Fit: How does Giannis actually look next to Steph? Is it the greatest duo since Shaq and Kobe, or is there only one ball to go around?The Loyalty Factor: Giannis is the ultimate "Deep" superstar. Can he leave Milwaukee without destroying his legacy?The League-Wide Fallout: Why the Knicks, Heat, and Wolves are panicking right now.This isn't just a trade; it's a legacy-defining moment for Steph Curry’s age-37 season. Grab a drink, settle in—it’s about to get weird.#NBA #Warriors #Giannis #Bucks #StephCurry #NBATradeDeadline #GoldenStateWarriors #NBAAnalysis #TheCochraneShow #BasketballPodcast #GiannisToWarriors #NBA2026

    11 min

  6. JAN 28

    Seahawks vs Patriots Super Bowl Breakdown + The PERFECT NFL Overtime Fix

    The Seattle Seahawks are back in the Super Bowl — and so are the New England Patriots — faster than anyone expected. On this episode of The Cochrane Show, John Cochrane and his dad Scott break down: How Seattle rebuilt post–Pete Carroll and returned to dominanceNew England’s shock turnaround under Mike VrabelWhy culture matters more than tankingSuper Bowl predictions (and whether this is a stomp)And the biggest debate of all: are the NFL overtime rules actually fair?We compare current NFL overtime rules to college football and CFL proposals — including a 2-point conversion shootout idea that could finally settle playoff games the right way. 🎯 Topics Covered• Seahawks rebuild• Patriots culture shift• NFL vs College OT rules• CFL overtime ideas• Home-field advantage• Indoor vs outdoor stadiums• The future of NFL broadcasting 👇 Drop your Super Bowl score prediction in the comments.#NFL #Seahawks #Patriots #SuperBowl #NFLOvertime #FootballDebate #NFLPlayoffs #CochraneShow #AmericanFootball #SportsPodcastCHAPTERS 00:00 – Welcome to The Cochrane Show (NFL / CFL Edition)00:38 – Seahawks Are Back in the Super Bowl01:50 – Letting Go of Pete Carroll: Rebuild or Reset?02:22 – Patriots’ Shock Turnaround Under Mike Vrabel03:21 – Super Bowl Prediction: Is This a Stomp?03:54 – Why This NFL Season Has Been So Unpredictable04:35 – Culture > Tanking: Why Teams Rise or Fall05:26 – Sam Darnold, Missed Opportunities & QB Fits06:28 – Legacy Franchises and Winning DNA06:58 – Patriots “Do Your Job” Mentality Explained 08:08 – Current NFL Overtime Rules Explained09:48 – Is NFL Overtime Actually Fair?11:11 – Defense, Special Teams & the Coin Toss Debate13:06 – Kick or Receive? The Overtime Strategy Question14:21 – Should the NFL Use a Timed Overtime?15:02 – CFL Overtime Rules & the 2-Point Shootout Idea17:02 – The PERFECT NFL Overtime System (Shorts Segment) 19:14 – NFL Kickoff Rule Changes: Big Win or Confusing?22:04 – Home Field Advantage: Does It Still Matter?23:54 – Indoor vs Outdoor Stadiums (Future of the NFL)25:44 – Why Weather Games Matter27:59 – Are NFL Players Too Soft for Cold Games? 29:22 – The Future of Fan Experience (VR, GoPros, Broadcasts)31:12 – Will YouTube Creators Broadcast NFL Games One Day?32:42 – Where Watching NFL Games Is Headed33:46 – Super Bowl Final Predictions34:21 – Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

    35 min

  7. JAN 26

    Warriors Roller Coaster: Butler Down, Kuminga Back, and the Dynasty Fade Question

    Jimmy Butler’s ACL injury felt like a season-defining moment for the Warriors—overnight, everything changed. In this episode of The Cochrane Show, John Cochrane and Lorne Anderson break down what Butler’s absence actually means on the court, why the Warriors’ “hot stretch” suddenly hit turbulence, and how Jonathan Kuminga’s messy situation is starting to impact the franchise’s credibility. We get into Kuminga’s production vs the “intangibles” Butler brings, the optics of minutes/role management, and whether Golden State has already nuked its trade leverage. Plus: Steph Curry’s demeanor over the last stretch, why the non-Steph minutes have looked oddly better at times, and whether Steve Kerr’s future is becoming a real offseason storyline. We also look ahead at a brutal upcoming schedule and what realistic “success” looks like for the rest of the season—play-in survival, avoiding nightmare matchups, and whether there’s still a path to win a first-round series. #GoldenStateWarriors #Warriors #NBA #StephenCurry #JimmyButler #JonathanKuminga #SteveKerr #NBATrades #WarriorsNation #DubNation #BasketballTalk #NBAPlayoffs #WesternConference #TheCochraneShow

    55 min

  8. JAN 21

    Warriors Lose Without Jimmy Butler — But This Isn’t the End (Time to Pivot, Not Panic)

    The Golden State Warriors fall 145–127 to the Toronto Raptors the night after Jimmy Butler goes down with a torn ACL — and the panic button is already being smashed. I’m not buying it. This loss wasn’t about Jimmy Butler not playing. It was a back-to-back schedule loss, a poor defensive effort, and a bad matchup against a young, athletic Raptors team that exposed the Warriors’ weaknesses. But it also raised bigger questions about leadership, lineup construction, Jonathan Kuminga’s future, and what this team does next. In this episode of The Cochrane Show, I break down: Why this loss would’ve happened with or without Jimmy ButlerSteph Curry and Draymond Green’s responsibility as leaders right nowJonathan Kuminga’s return and whether this helps or hurts his trade valueWhy the Warriors’ defensive rotations are the real problemSteve Kerr’s biggest challenge post-ButlerWhether the Warriors should pivot, retool, or go all-in before the deadlineThis season isn’t over — but the margin for error just got a lot smaller. Let me know in the comments: Do the Warriors go all-in?Do they pivot and retool?Or is it time to fully reboot?As long as Steph Curry is on the floor, this team has a chance.#GoldenStateWarriors#StephCurry#DraymondGreen#JimmyButler#NBA#WarriorsTalk#NBAPodcast#WarriorsNation#NBATradeDeadline#JonathanKuminga

    16 min
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The Cochrane Show is where real sports talk meets entertainment. Hosted by John Cochrane, we break down the biggest stories from the NBA, NFL, and NHL every week — no fluff, no fake hot takes, just bold opinions and sharp analysis. From viral moments to game-changing plays, we give you the takes every true fan actually wants to hear. New episodes weekly. Real talk. Real sports.

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  • Creator
    John Cochrane
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 John Cochrane
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    The Cochrane Show