Couch and The Rube

Couch and The Rube Graham Couch and Jason Knick's show on the sports stories that matter to you most.
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08/16/2024

Since the bridge on S. Washington in REO Town closed last week, we've seen a drastic, and honestly quite frightening, drop in business. We didn't have a single customer until almost 3pm yesterday, and only had five sales all day. Five. (And one of those was because a customer found something else she wanted on the way out.) THANK YOU to those of you who are taking the time to detour your way to us. We appreciate you more than we can say.

July was our slowest month so far this year, and then yesterday was- by far- our slowest sales day of the year. With the bridge out until "probably late September," so more like October or November, I'm truthfully kinda terrified. And I know we can't be the only cute lil' shop in REO Town feeling this pinch.

I am reminded, once again, that most small businesses are only a few bad months away from shuttering their doors. And we've seen it time and time again in Lansing over the past year. We've been so thankful, thus far, to not be among the lost.

It's wild that something as out of our control as construction can so quickly torpedo our forward momentum. I, myself, am guilty of trying to get somewhere, seeing a wall of orange cones, and just turning back around. I get it. But the thing is, REO Town is worth the detour. Take MLK down to Barnes or Mt. Hope, then to Washington. Or Cedar to Elm, then back over to Washington. It'll only take a couple extra minutes of your time, and it would mean the world to all of us down here.

The plus side is, the lack of vehicle traffic makes this the perfect time for a walk around the neighborhood to explore all there is to see, do, and eat. COME VISIT! (Please?)

Ep. 944: Twitter Questions - on MSU and Michigan football, the impact of cheating and the Blue Wall, presented by FireKe...
08/14/2024

Ep. 944: Twitter Questions - on MSU and Michigan football, the impact of cheating and the Blue Wall, presented by FireKeepers Casino and iCasino and Sportsbook

We answered your Groovy Donuts Twitter and YouTube Questions – on MSU football and the Spartans' most important players, on Michigan football and how much the Wolverines benefited from cheating, on journalism bias, Lions injuries, the Tigers in contention and more.

Plus, a couple stories worth telling, presented by Midtown Brewing Company, which is hosting "Lord of the Rings" trivia at 7 p.m. this Thursday. Call to reserve your table!

Every episode of Couch and The Rube is made possible by our friends at Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis, a terrific community partner and sponsor of cool events in our city – including the Sept. 7 block party at their Frandor location and their regular comedy series continuing this fall. Visit PureOptions.com and click on the events tab for more.
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We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on MSU football and the Spartans' most important players, on Michigan football and how much the Wolverines b...

Something to share with the MSU students in your life!
08/14/2024

Something to share with the MSU students in your life!

Make welcome week extra groovy with these far out deals!

08/14/2024
Ep. 943: Hot Take Monday - How Michigan football's cheating helped build the program, presented by Pure Options precisio...
08/12/2024

Ep. 943: Hot Take Monday - How Michigan football's cheating helped build the program, presented by Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football and basketball, on how much Michigan football cheating helped build the program to championship level, USA basketball and the Olympics and more.

Plus a couple stories worth telling, presented by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing, which is hosting "Lord of the Rings" trivia at 7 p.m. this Thursday. Call (517) 977-1349 to reserve your spot.

Pure Options is holding a back to school block party at their Frandor location on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 1-7 p.m. Enjoy musical guests, food trucks and the MSU-Maryland game on the big screen. Visit PureOptions.com for more, including to enroll in their Pure Perks loyalty program, where they'll tailor your Pure Options experience just for you.
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We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football and basketball, on how much Michigan football cheating helped build the program to champions...

08/12/2024
08/11/2024

The back-to-school block party invite from Pure Options is here. Mark your calendar for Sept. 7. ⬇️

Reminder: Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company’s anniversary celebration is this weekend, 6-11 p.m. Friday and S...
08/09/2024

Reminder: Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company’s anniversary celebration is this weekend, 6-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Details below.

(And if you go and let us know, we’ll send you a gift card for your next visit.)

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Ep. 942: Twitter Question Thursday - on MSU football and hoops, Jim Harbaugh, Connor Stalions and CMU, presented by Fire...
08/09/2024

Ep. 942: Twitter Question Thursday - on MSU football and hoops, Jim Harbaugh, Connor Stalions and CMU, presented by FireKeepers Casino and iCasino and Sportsbook

On our Thursday show – also presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company – we answered your Twitter and YouTube questions on Michigan State football and MSU basketball, on proper punishment for Michigan football, on Jim Harbaugh and Connor Stalions, on CMU and more.

Join Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company as they celebrate their anniversaries this week, from 6-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with live music, food and drink and a just a great time. And for our listeners, if you go, let us know and we'll send you a Front 43 and Cask & Co. gift card for your next visit.

Every episode of Couch and The Rube is presented by our friends at Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis, a wonderful community partner. Visit PureOptions.com for location information and to join their Pure Perks loyalty program and have your Pure Options experience tailored just for you.
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We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on Michigan State football and MSU basketball, on proper punishing for Michigan football, on Jim Harbaugh an...

08/08/2024
08/06/2024

Ep. 941: Hot Take Monday - Connor Stalions, Sherrone Moore and Michigan and CMU football under fire, presented by Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis.

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We dug into our hot takes and yours – about what to make of the leaked NCAA notice of allegations against Michigan football and head coach Sherrone Moore, the determination it was Connor Stalions on Central Michigan's sideline at MSU last season, what to do about CMU and more, including MSU football takes, Tigers and Olympic thoughts.

Plus, a couple stories worth telling, presented by Midtown Brewing Company, which is hosting "Lord of the Rings" trivia at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15. Put a team together and join in!

All the Michigan and CMU football nonsense have you frustrated, let Pure Options help you relax and find your chill. Sign up for their awesome Pure Perks loyalty program at PureOptions.com and have your Pure Options experience tailored just to you.

08/05/2024
08/03/2024

Get ready for a night of laughter! Join us at Grewal Hall for the Pure Options Comedy Series featuring Joey Villagomez, Abi Sanchez, Aaron Putnam, and Nick Leydorf. Doors open at 7 PM tomorrow, August 3rd. Don’t miss it! Tickets available at Grewalhall.com!

Ep. 940: Twitter Question Friday - MSU football and basketball, Olympic wishes and bad sports writers, presented by Fire...
08/02/2024

Ep. 940: Twitter Question Friday - MSU football and basketball, Olympic wishes and bad sports writers, presented by FireKeepers Casino and iCasino and Sportsbook

We answered your questions on Michigan State basketball and MSU football, including Aidan Chiles vs. Sam Leavitt, what to do with a 4.5-win overall for Spartan football, Kur Teng's Moneyball MVP summer, the point guard position, as well as our Olympic wishes, why sports writers suck and more.

Plus, a couple stories worth telling, presented by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing, which is hosting "Lord of the Rings Trivia" on at 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 25.

Every episode of Couch and The Rube is made possible by our friends at Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis, a fantastic community partner. Visit PureOptions.com for location information and to join their Pure Perks Loyalty Program, where you can have your Pure Options experience tailored just for you.
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We answered your questions on Michigan State basketball and MSU football, including Aidan Chiles vs. Sam Leavitt, what to do with a 4.5-win overall for Spart...

08/02/2024
08/01/2024

Ep. 939: MSU football opens fall camp and Tigers trade deadline reaction, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company, celebrating their anniversaries with a party from 6-11 p.m. on Aug. 9 and 10, featuring food, drinks and live music.

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We opened reacting to the Tigers' trade deadline moves, before a conversation with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen on the Tigers' return for pitcher Jack Flaherty, the job Scott Harris is doing, what's next with Tarik Skubal and the timeline for Tigers to be contenders (11:30). Then a conversation on MSU football as the Spartans open fall camp (34:30).

Every episode of Couch and The Rube is presented by our friends at Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis. Trying to find your most relaxed happy place this summer? Let Pure Options be your partner. Visit Pureoptions.com for location information or to join their Pure Perks loyalty program and have your Pure Options experience tailored just for you.

07/31/2024
Ep. 938: Hot Take Monday - on big decisions coming for MSU and college athletics, presented by Pure Options precision cr...
07/29/2024

Ep. 938: Hot Take Monday - on big decisions coming for MSU and college athletics, presented by Pure Options precision crafted cannabis, an incredible community partner for events like Jazz Fest, which runs Wednesday through Sunday in Old Town in Lansing.

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on how Michigan State and other college athletic departments are facing big decisions after the House case settlement, on MSU football's season and the possibility for joy ahead, betting against Michigan football, on the Tigers' trade possibilities, betting stupidly against the U.S. in the Olympics and more.

Plus, a couple stories worth telling, presented by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing, including the story of how the Rube's father-in-law understandably tried to set Therese up with another man the first time he met Jason.

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on how Michigan State and other college athletic departments are facing big decisions after the House case settlement, ...

07/29/2024
Ep. 937: Twitter Question Saturday - MSU basketball's best five and MSU football's key stretch, presented by FireKeepers...
07/27/2024

Ep. 937: Twitter Question Saturday - MSU basketball's best five and MSU football's key stretch, presented by FireKeepers Casino iCasino and Sportsbook app

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on what this season should be for Michigan State basketball, on who MSU's best five players and best lineup might be, on MSU football and the stretch of games that could decide the season, on the Tigers chances of finishing .500, what could stand in the way of a Lions Super Bowl and more.

Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including Jason's long lost possible love child, presented by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing, an ideal place for a summer date night, Sunday brunch or a beer with a friend or to take advantage of their dog-friendly patio.

Every episode of Couch and The Rube is made possible by Pure Options precision crafted cannabis. Mark your calendar for for Pure Option's back to school block party from 1-7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 at their Frandor Location, featuring 2Chainz and local music, food trucks, cannabis vendors and the MSU-Maryland game on the big screen. Visit Pureoptions.com for more or to find the location nearest you.
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We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on what this season should be for Michigan State basketball, on who MSU's best five players and best lineup ...

07/27/2024
Ep. 936: MSU and Big Ten football talk, with our favorite Big Ten win total over-unders, presented by Front 43 Neighborh...
07/24/2024

Ep. 936: MSU and Big Ten football talk, with our favorite Big Ten win total over-unders, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company. Mark you calendars to celebrate Front 43 and Cask & Company's anniversaries on Aug. 9-10 from 6-11 p.m., with food and drink specials and live music and more.

Note: YouTube audio begins at 21:00. For the full show, including the MSU football conversation with MLive's Matt Wenzel, download the podcast)

We talked with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman at Big Ten football media days (21:00) – on Big Ten expansion, teams like MSU and Iowa competing in the new Big Ten and more. Then our favorite Big Ten season win-total over-unders (34:00).

Can't wait for football season? Let Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis help you get there and enjoy the rest of the summer. Visit pureoptions.com for location information and specials, where you can join their Pure Perks loyalty program and have your Pure Options experience tailored to you.
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Note: YouTube audio begins at 21:00. For the full show, including the MSU football conversation with MLive's Matt Wenzel, download the podcast)We talked with...

Ep. 936: Talkin' MSU and Big Ten football, with our favorite season-win total over-unders, presented by Front 43 Neighbo...
07/24/2024

Ep. 936: Talkin' MSU and Big Ten football, with our favorite season-win total over-unders, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company

We talked MSU football with MLive's Matt Wenzel at Big Ten Media Days (8:00), then talked with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman (22:00) – on Big Ten expansion, teams like MSU and Iowa competing in the new Big Ten and more. Then our favorite Big Ten season win-total over-unders (35:00).

We talked MSU football with MLive's Matt Wenzel at Big Ten Media Days (8:00), then talked with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman (22:00) – on Big Ten expansion,

Ep. 935 Hot Take Monday - Why this year is big for MSU basketball, presented by Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis,...
07/22/2024

Ep. 935 Hot Take Monday - Why this year is big for MSU basketball, presented by Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis, which is hosting a Back 2 Schol block party at its Frandor location on Sept. 7. Fun, food, 2Chainz on the mic and MSU-Maryland football on the big screen. Visit PureOption.com.

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this is actually a big season for Michigan State's basketball program, on hopes for Frankie Fidler and optimism for Jeremy Fears Jr., on Jonathan Smith's track record with the transfer portal, on the Tigers and Tarik Skubal, on Michigan football, CFB 25 video game frustrations, squirrel attacks, pillow warranties and more.

Plus a couple stories worth telling, presented by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing, where you can take part in Star Wars trivia, at 7 p.m. this Thursday, July 25.

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this is actually a big season for Michigan State's basketball program, on hopes for Frankie Fidler and optimism ...

Another badass block party from Pure Options. Mark your calendars, Sept. 7.
07/22/2024

Another badass block party from Pure Options. Mark your calendars, Sept. 7.

It's a Vibe 🌟 Join us for our 21+ Back 2 School consumption party on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 1 PM to 7 PM at the Pure Options Frandor Parking Lot! Bring your friends, your vibes, and let's start the school year off right! 🎶

Event Highlights:

🎶 Live performance by 2 Chainz
🎵 Live music from local artists
🎲 Vendors
🌮 Food trucks
🎮 Games & activities
🏈 MSU vs. Maryland game on the big screen

Tickets:
GA: $20
VIP: $200 - Limited to 200 tickets!

Pure Perks members can check their email, text, or app for information on how to get pre-sale tickets now!

Not a member? Tickets will go on sale July 26. Download the Pure Options app to stay in the loop for future events! 🎟️✨

07/22/2024
Ep. 934: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball and football, and Tarik Skubal trade deals, presented by FireKeepers C...
07/19/2024

Ep. 934: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball and football, and Tarik Skubal trade deals, presented by FireKeepers Casino and iCasino and Sportsbook

We answered your questions – on Michigan State basketball and what happens if the Spartans lose 13 games again, on MSU football and whether the Spartans can ever be among the top few teams in the Big Ten, on Tarik Skubal and what trade packages would be worth dealing him, and more.

Plus, a couple stories worth telling presented by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing, an awesome place for a summer date night.

Looking to chill this weekend? Let our friends at Pure Options precision-crafted cannabis help you on your way. You'll love the quality, the choices and the customer service. Visit PureOptions.com for location information or to join their loyalty program and get specials tailored to you sent right to you.

We answered your questions – on Michigan State basketball and what happens if the Spartans lose 13 games again, on MSU football and whether the Spartans can ...

Some great drink specials this weekend. Such a good spot for a summer date.
07/19/2024

Some great drink specials this weekend. Such a good spot for a summer date.

07/19/2024

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Couch and The Rube

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Eastern (10 a.m. - Noon Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, YouTube & Facebook Live.

The idea of “Couch and The Rube” is to create a fun, engaging, sometimes thought-provoking all-in-one radio and podcast experience for the Michigan State, Michigan and Detroit sports fan whose assorted interests also might include the outrageous national story, sports gambling and life’s relatable predicaments.

Hosts Graham Couch, sports columnist at the Lansing State Journal, and Jason Knick, “The Rube,” bring you two hours a day of the topics and stories that grab you — often with your input and through insightful interviews with those who know the stories best. They hope you'll be part of their conversation.

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