Episode 327
The Ham Controversy / The Illusion of Work
| Hosts | Arif Hasan, James Pogatshnik |
| Guests | Ben Solak |
| Type | Mailbag |
Norse Code Episode 327: The Ham Controversy / The Illusion of Work is an episode featuring an interview with NFL analyst Ben Solak regarding Patriots/Cam Newton news, followed by an extensive mailbag session addressing Vikings roster questions, COVID-19's impact on the NFL season, and various listener inquiries.
Overview
[edit]The episode opens with an interview featuring Ben Solak from The Draft Network discussing Patriots and Cam Newton news. The majority of the episode consists of a comprehensive mailbag covering topics ranging from running game philosophy to COVID-19's impact on the upcoming season, along with the usual mix of football analysis and personal questions for the hosts.
Segments
[edit]- Opening
- Patriots/Cam Newton news interview with Ben Solak
- Mailbag
- Extended listener questions covering Vikings roster, NFL strategy, and COVID-19 impacts
- Closing
- Hulu Celebrity IOU Season 1 Episode 3 discussion
Mailbag Questions
[edit]- Rahul - The running game doesn't matter, but the threat of the running game matters. While pithy, is this statement actually absurd?
- James Koonow - How much more optimistic about the season would you feel if the Vikings somehow acquire Desmond King?
- Allesandro - If the team has some struggles early on, do you think Kubiak/Zimmer would stick to their "establish the run at all costs" approach?
- Michael - Is there any data grading out a draft class a few years later comparing trade value vs. staying put?
- Damian Barrett - Will not having fans in the stadiums hinder or help a QB like Kirk?
- Wes - How should the dead air issue be handled if there are no live fans this fall?
- Matthew Coller's collar - How will COVID impact next year's draft? If there is no CFB season, will there still be a draft?
- Professor Poop - Which rookies should I be keeping an eye on if we have watchable practice or pre-season?
- Swervin - How does the new CBA affect players wanting to forego the 2020 season for health reasons?
- Ben - How do you view the Lions as a divisional threat considering their skill position players vs. the Matt Patricia effect?
- Luke Braun - Start, Bench, Cut for Week 1: Ben Gedeon, Eric Wilson, Troy Dye
- Andrew Shad - What dumb non-story will become our equally dumb controversy in 2020?
- Tanner - How much money would the fanbase have to give Arif to continue covering the Vikings if they trade for Carson Wentz?
- Herkyalert - When cooking brats do you boil them first or just put them on the grill?
- Ron from Ohio - If Arif and James had to quarantine with Don from Ohio for the NFL season, who would do the cooking?
- Delta BC Dad - Follow-up: if you run out of meat during quarantine, who contributes their flesh first?
- Don from Ohio - What shouldn't I say when proposing to my girlfriend? Also seeking advice on hot tub and lawnmower purchases for new house
- Norm - Best neighborhood in Minneapolis or St. Paul
- Duke's Code - How is NDSU going to cheat this year?
- Kyle Slaybee - If CBS bought NorseCode, would you take the money or stay to host with corporate oversight?
Key Bits & Lore
[edit]Don from Ohio appears prominently in the mailbag with questions about his upcoming house purchase and proposal plans, continuing his role as a recurring character in Norse Code lore.
Production Notes
[edit]Episode timestamps noted: 58:26, 80:51, 108:45. Patreon supporter Wade Miller acknowledged.
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