It's NFC Championship Weekend and Dave Spadaro is back with us to help break down Sunday's game between the Commanders and Eagles with a Super Bowl birth on the line.

We open the show talking NFL Playoffs and preview the Eagles/Rams game before we are joined by Inquirer Sixers writer to talk alot about Joel Embiid and his health, the ownership and leadership of the team, the new arena, fan frustration and more.

We start talking state of college football playoffs after the big Notre Dame win over PSU last night, the impact of NIL on college athletes, and the evolving dynamics of coaching and rivalries in college sports. Then we had a preview of the Philadelphia Eagles' playoff prospects, featuring insights from Eagles insider Dave Spadaro. In this conversation, the discussion revolves around the key factors for playoff success, focusing on the Philadelphia Eagles and their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers. We break down the importance of turnovers, explosive plays, and red zone efficiency, while also delving into team dynamics, leadership, and coaching philosophy. Special teams play a crucial role, and emotional control is emphasized as a key to success in high-stakes games. Then we conclude with a lighthearted discussion about 'Quitters Day' and memorable sports quitters.

The CFP rolls on with some blowouts early as we head to the Semifinals this week. We talk the good and bad, the bowls and storylines of the college postseason so far. Then we talk some NFL and Eagles football as they head into week 18, before talking some Sixers and NBA.

In this engaging conversation, Ricky Williams discusses his journey from a college football star to a successful entrepreneur. He reflects on the evolution of athlete care, the importance of mental health, and the empowerment of players in college sports. Williams shares insights on the impact of NIL and the transfer portal, the changing role of running backs in the Heisman Trophy race, and his advocacy for cannabis use in sports. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing health and well-being for athletes and shares his entrepreneurial ventures in the cannabis industry.

We've got our annual festivus airing of sports grievances and also Keith Jones, the president of hockey operations for the Flyers, discusses the importance of building a positive culture within the organization, the journey from being a commentator to his current role, and the development of young talent. He emphasizes the significance of transparency and honesty in leadership, the strategic planning for future success, and the evolution of college hockey as a grooming ground for NHL players. Jones also highlights emerging players in the Flyers organization and their potential impact on the team's future.

From his start calling minor league baseball games while in College at Syracuse to calling CFP, World Series and NHL Playoff games, Sean McDonough talks his journey with us and how he uses his platform to raise awareness and funds about cardiac amyloidosis. That and more on this edition of the Heart of Sports.

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