Co-hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg question whether aging stars Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson are holding back a U.S. squad that once again seems to be less than the sum of its parts, and investigate why the Europeans play so well together. Then they’re joined by the AP’s Douglas duo _ golf writer Doug Ferguson and Steve Douglas _ for an in-depth preview on Round 2. On the menu: Where did that tuna sandwich come from?

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Ryder Cup Episode 2: Socialists Roar Back to Take 5-3 Lead

Hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg exit the show stage left _ but not before culling the best moments from 160 episodes at breakneck speed. They pull out postcards from far-flung visits, thank their famous and not-so-famous guests, and as always, cap it off with one last great food fight.

All Things Must Pass

Hoops legend Earl ‘The Pearl’ Monroe sparkles in a wide-ranging interview, telling hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg that while he’s thrilled today’s NBA players wield way more power, he wonders whether they’re having as much fun. On the menu: Gallimaufry, anyone? Anyone?

There’s No Going Back Now…

Hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg dissect the head-to-toe saga of woe that Antonio Brown brought to the Raiders, then bring on Oakland-based AP sports writer Josh Dubow to fit the pieces back together. Next up is USA Today columnist Nancy Armour on gymnast Simone Biles’ riveting performance en route to a sixth straight national all-around title. On the menu: The nectar of the gods.

Three More Cups of Coffee for the Road

Hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg wonder whether the Pats QB can stay upright long enough to cash out his latest contract, then bring AP NFL writer Barry Wilner aboard to sift through news from training camp. Next, FOX and YES TV analyst Sarah Kustok discusses the new “Batman-and-Robin” pairings trend in the NBA, as well USA Basketball’s tough recruiting week. On the menu: Your people eat some funny foods.

Will Tom Brady Replace the Statue of Liberty?

After two boxers are killed within days, hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg discuss why they _ and so many others _ find the brutal sport so compelling. Then AP women’s basketball writer Doug Feinberg joins them to lighten the mood with news from the WNBA’s All-Star weekend in Las Vegas and what to look for in the second half of the season. On the menu: You can never go wrong with French fries.

‘It’s a Hurt Business'

A hands-across-the-Atlantic episode: Hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg  (from Northern Ireland) recap Irishman Shane Lowry’s emotional British Open win with AP golf writer Doug Ferguson. Then the pair pedal south to the Tour de France, where AP cycling expert Sam Petrequin previews the lung-busting final week of the world’s greatest bicycle race. On the menu: The NBA trophy dines out with a couple of champions _ Nick Nurse and Joe Maddon.

‘Run Like You Stole Something!’

A boxing-golf doubleheader: Legendary fight trainer Freddie Roach and the Rev. Jesse Jackson join hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg to talk about how exercise _ and specifically boxing training _ has helped them offset some of the devastating effects of Parkinson’s disease. Roach also previews Manny Pacquaio’s upcoming fight with Keith “One-Time” Thurman and then AP golf writer Doug Ferguson joins the show to preview this week’s British Open from Royal Portrush. On the menu: Can you say “semifreddo?”

Lace ‘Em Up!

Hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg salute the World-Cup back-to-back champions U.S. women’s team, pan their male counterparts and recall the 1989 earthquake that put the World Series on pause. Then FOX baseball host Kevin Burkhardt joins them to preview MLB’s mid-summer classic. On the menu:  You going to eat that pickle?

Never Send Men to Do Women’s Work

An international, two-sport episode: Last year’s Wimbledon runner-up Kevin Anderson previews this year’s tournament with hosts Jim Litke, Tim Dahlberg and AP tennis writer Howard Fendrich. Then cycling writers John Leicester and Sam Petrequin check in from Paris for an inside look at the upcoming Tour de France. On the menu: Nothing says Fourth of July like Texas-styled brisket.

Over There ...

The rookie coach of the NBA champion Toronto Raptors reflects on the three decades of work required to become an overnight success, then tells hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg what he can’t wait to do next: sing the seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field later this summer. On the menu: You going to eat that, or throw it out?

Nick Nurse’s Whirlwind Week

Host Jim Litke tracks the progress of the U.S. women’s soccer juggernaut at the World Cup with FOX announcer JP Dellacamera _ right after blaming Canada’s chaotic NBA championship parade through Toronto for postponing an appearance by Raptors coach Nick Nurse. And co-host Tim Dahlberg’s day off (to play golf) isn’t a total loss, since he joined AP golf writer Doug Ferguson for a wrap-up segment on an emotional U.S. Open win by Gary Woodland. On the menu: What’s with the plastic grass on my sushi tray?

Blame Canada! Celebrate U.S. Women’s Soccer in the Meantime

Hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg dodge runaway golf carts and bring in AP golf writer Doug Ferguson to recap Saturday’s play and wrap up preparations for the final round of the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. They zero in on the maddeningly small greens and the outsized role they play in crowning a champion in the golf season’s third major. On the menu: Waiter, can I see the wine list, please?

U.S. Open, Day 3: ‘It’s Not About the Scenery’

Hosts Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg assess the carnage in Round 1 at Pebble Beach after overcast skies and soft breezes left one of the planet’s best courses almost defenseless. Then AP golf writer Doug Ferguson joins the duo to break down how so many golfers passed the first part of what was once billed as “the toughest test in golf” with ease. On the menu: Doug is on a diet?

U.S. Open, Day 2: ‘Blow Wind, Blow Wind’

Join Jim Litke and Tim Dahlberg for their newsy take on the week in sports, backed by the shoe leather, insight, experience and worldwide reach of The Associated Press sports department. Over the last three decades, they've covered every major championship around the globe multiple times, so expect cameos from big names and guests drawn from the week's headlines.

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