Dolly Parton Remembered, NFC North Deep Dive & Athena’s Scary ROH Moment | Ep 17-07

Rob Ervin, Alex Barnhill, and Don Ford deliver a jam-packed episode covering the passing of legends Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, plus a deep-dive NFL preview of the wild NFC North race between the Bears, Lions, Packers, and Vikings. The crew also breaks down MLB pennant races, TV and movie news including casting updates for DC’s Jimmy Olsen spinoff and Robocop, and a full pro wrestling roundup covering WWE, AEW, TNA, and Ring of Honor’s Death Before Dishonor. Tune in for sharp analysis, sports predictions, and pop culture commentary on the Clubhouse Podcast, your one-stop shop for sports, entertainment, and wrestling talk.
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00:01:18 – Introduction and Setup
Rob Ervin opens the show from a temporary location, introducing co-hosts Alex Barnhill and Don Ford.
00:03:50 – Remembering Dolly Parton
The hosts pay tribute to Dolly Parton, who passed away at 80, sharing stories about her charity work and legacy.
00:11:53 – College Football Week Zero Preview
Brief discussion of upcoming college football season and new transfer/eligibility rules affecting the SEC and Big Ten.
00:14:02 – NFL Preview: Chicago Bears
Alex breaks down the Bears’ 2026 outlook, including Ben Johnson’s coaching impact and Caleb Williams’ development.
00:20:39 – NFL Preview: Detroit Lions
Analysis of the Lions’ schedule, injuries, and Jared Goff’s consistency heading into the season.
00:26:31 – NFL Preview: Green Bay Packers
Discussion of Jordan Love’s underrated performance and the Packers’ favorable schedule.
00:37:18 – NFL Preview: Minnesota Vikings
The hosts assess Minnesota’s quarterback change to Kyler Murray and defensive concerns.
00:45:12 – MLB Standings Roundup
Rob runs through current MLB divisional standings across both leagues.
00:48:44 – Homeless Vagabonds Run Differential Game
The recurring segment guessing the run differential of Rob’s beloved struggling team.
00:51:34 – TV Talk and In Memoriam
Tributes to Shelley Fabares and Jaye P. Morgan, followed by discussion of recent TV viewing (Stranger Things spinoff, King of the Hill).
00:55:34 – TV Network News Roundup
Updates on cancellations, renewals, and casting news across major networks and streaming platforms.
01:00:03 – Remembering Tim Curry
The hosts honor the late actor Tim Curry, discussing his iconic film roles.
01:02:53 – Movie Talk and New Releases
Reviews of Supergirl and Devil Wears Prada 2, plus previews of upcoming films like Coyote vs. Acme and The Dog Stars.
01:09:39 – Wrestling News: Independent Promotions
Coverage of Reality of Wrestling, WOW, and TNA news including title changes and signings.
01:14:10 – WWE News Roundup
Discussion of WWE’s ESPN deal rumors, roster movements, and upcoming Sunday Night’s Main Event.
01:19:31 – AEW and Ring of Honor News
Coverage of Death Before Dishonor results, title changes, and Athena’s in-match medical scare.
01:25:07 – Show Wrap-Up and Announcements
Closing remarks, personal appearances, and social media information for the hosts.