SOB Beach Sessions: Greg Cote | Tuesday | 04/11/23 | The Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz

Only Dan and Greg Cote's hilarious, heartfelt and storied friendship could lead to a conversation for the ages... this episode will forever lovingly be known as "Sob Beach Sessions". Greg and Dan share how they managed to avoid forging a fierce rivalry, reveal why Chris Cote's dismissal (*cough* firing) from ESPN was the truest test of loyalty, and listeners will be stunned to find out the never-before-heard decision regarding Stugotz. Even if you know their relationship, you could've never imagined getting to hear them like this...
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SOB Beach Sessions: Greg Cote | Tuesday | 04/11/23 | The Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz
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[@TheButterThief]

Man, when Greg mentioned the scrapbook, I was done for. Nothing but love and admiration for these two and their love for one another.

[@iotatl]

This episode is the essence of what makes this show/network work. Through all the laughter is genuine friendship and love that comes through those microphones.

[@richtreonze5758]

Great listening ....loved the historical replay!

[@joshbirmingham5433]

Well said

[@eddieh1985]

Dan, we ride with you, because we as your fans, your listeners, are loyal. You and the team feel like extended family to us.

[@jordangripp3312]

As much as Dan rags on Greg, you can tell he really loves him and admires him.

[@nativemiami77]

I feel like ragging is key in any bromance.

[@elcami7372]

Greg is one of his mentors. I got to meet these two goats.😎❤

[@seraphus1]

You get the showwwwwwwww!

[@LaCheeserie]

@@elcami7372 look at me Louie, well earned

[@elcami7372]

@@LaCheeserie thanks buddy!😁

[@PhilM4]

What a amazing behind the scenes look at Dan and Greg's relationship! It got me tearing up on a Tuesday. A Greg Cote Tearsday 😅

[@robertzwack8412]

Like it but also comes with loser game show sound

[@PhilM4]

@@robertzwack8412 (In Roy's voice) What?! 😂

[@ryanreyes3246]

😂😂😂

[@shortspawn]

Great episode. Dan should interview the whole crew

[@lemongrassskittles627]

What a great view at the friendship between the two of you. Shout out to the Shockular.

[@vernonpjones2043]

U mean Showkiller

[@jdz8364]

Greg better not make me bleeping cry!

[@gunngrlcrafts7837]

Is it really a SBS if u aren't a puddle by then end?

[@toenails7089]

I absolutely adore Greg. He reminds me of my grandfather and you can tell has genuine love for Dan.

[@LoyaBro34]

Greg Cote=Dad goals. The bomb dropped that he gave up the chance to have Stugotz seat in order to be at his sons games shows that wealth isn’t just measured by dollars.

[@justinthompson7682]

Truth same note bro

[@macdaddy2344]

I feel the same as a dad I'd rather have the time with my kids and less money then more money and less of a relationship with them because of work

[@zazza5365]

This is single handily my favorite interview in the history of the show. Greg is a national treasure and I respect the hell out of Dan for standing by Greg and vice versa. Bravo fellas.

[@kellifrancis9364]

I'm at work so I had to work hard to keep from crying. I did not succeed. Woo boy. Greg talking about when his father died, hit me hard. Thank you for letting us witness Dan and Greg loving on each other. Didn't think it was possible but I love Greg even more than I already did. Side note: I need to know where Greg got that t-shirt.

[@user-xd6gr1yb6d]

Yup. That broke me.. Dammit..

[@macdaddy2344]

Was a great episode and hi kelli

[@kellifrancis9364]

@@macdaddy2344 Hey Miggidy!

[@atlgrow]

Been a fan of the show for well over a decade. This is one of the best things in the show's history. Thank you for sharing.

[@SMSimon]

It's really hard to explain to coworkers why I'm getting teary-eyed, sitting at my desk, listening to a podcast about 2 people I have never met... Great seeing 2 true friends cuttin' it up!!

[@joegiordano1068]

After listening to rehashing of Greg dropping the wedding news against Dan's wishes, this SBS is making tear up... I've been a daily listener since '15 and Greg is THE BEST part of the show

[@dondalepunk]

These two and their family dynamic is the real meadowlark origin story. Thanks for being vulnerable in front of the world. Great episode

[@thePeaceandlove4]

I never comment, seriously, look it up :) I cried so hard sitting in my office while I listened today. Thank you both from the bottom of my heart, helped an old man out. Dan and the pirate ship have been a beautiful guide for me since it set sail! Love you guys, thank you one and all! Definitely coming to the next Mas, it's a bucket list item for me.

[@mdjiles]

I hope I am lucky enough to have loved, sustained relationships over a lifetime such as this. Thank you letting us in.

[@rudman8877]

Meadowlark Media for life. Dan, Greg, and the rest of the crew are a true embodiment of loyalty and courage. Do what you love, with the people you love.

[@vickeypayne2356]

I have watched this at least three times, and each time I cried. The honesty, loyalty, love, and openness between Dan and Greg were eye-opening. My goal is to meet Dan Le Batard and Greg Cote in person one day. Great South Beach Sessions!!

[@Fingator]

Having followed both Dan’s and Greg’s careers since the 80’s at the Herald, and enjoying Dan and Stu from the very beginnings at 790 The Ticket…..I can say, without a shadow of a doubt, THIS is the most connected I have felt with these two Miami journalism giants. I thank you for bringing out this wonderful emotion out of me and making me LOVE my near 20 Year obsession of this unique show even stronger.

[@992porter]

Bro Greg has always been my favorite on this show but today he added on. Humble and graceful. Man enough to admit his friend was better at the job and didn’t try to make it a beef. Also not taking the money because of what he wanted to stand for. Respect

[@joeteter5692]

I tried to listen to this show about 10 yrs ago when they were on in the afternoon and turned it off after about 5 minutes. I decided to try it again 3 yrs after that because my son said he listened to it while he worked so I decided to give it another try and I am soooooooooooo glad I did. Now I don't miss a day.

[@I_Hate_Craig]

Wow, what an episode. These people who we listen to every week are special. I love our community. We all are the show.

[@alyssarussell7216]

So nice to see the soft side of this friendship that is so often poking, prodding, and joking on air. Love to both Dan and Greg-- AND YOU KNOW IT ;-)

[@MrCobrien1212]

"succumbing to my patterns" is such a great way to put it. Just believing/realizing there are patterns is tough. It helps to remember there are patterns there for all of us.

[@samuelgordich1799]

Dan, I have followed you since the Herald and all your iterations, with Cote and his faulty "internal clock." If you never did anything else, this was enough. Thank you both for sharing this. When people ask why you listen, when I have said hard to explain, it feels like I am hanging out with the guys. But it always felt like more than that..... it is the undercurrent of caring and friendship...THAT is why we listen/watch. If this session is an indication of the content to come, I will be there. Cote is going to be a little late.

[@JDub0623]

From two guys we fans already know pretty well from years upon years of following, listening & watching, & who we still currently watch or listen to daily/weekly.. This episode was absolutely incredible & moving.. Interesting, captivating, engaging... Thank you for sharing 🙏🙌👏

[@tomdavis3878]

Dan has said for a while that the internet can't be trusted with anyone's vulnerability, and he's absolutely right about that. Thanks for sharing yours anyway.

[@marcusjennings2527]

As a person who has recently lost there parent it felt really good to hear you and Greg talk about the emotion and the stress of losing our potentially losing a parent... one of the best episodes ever as I cry in my car about my mother trying to go work out😂... Keep up the great work😊

[@macdaddy2344]

Sending love and light

[@rosterplayer8138]

Great great interview. What is this salty water from my eyes??

[@BrianKellison]

The "I love you buddy" and "I love you too" is the best Hard Network Out

[@robertzwack8412]

Not tearing up here, just cutting onions.

[@BukkieBeckham]

I have been listening to Dan and Stu for maybe 17/18 years now, almost every show. It’s a part of my DNA. This Ep was something special, so emotional. Thank for you doing this. It was hard to get through because of all the tears, but felt so good. Love you guys.

[@andreww4012]

The show has done more good, and brought happiness to more people, than Dan and the rest of the crew know, regardless of how big their numbers get. Its positive impact far outweighs the criticisms. This show has been a constant bright spot in my day for several years, something I can always look forward to, and when it's gone I will be devastated. Absolutely love you guys.

[@thebigarn]

Wow this to me at least was the best thing you guys have put out. So heartfelt and real. Thanks for sharing.

[@Nuanced717]

I think I love this conversation more than anything this show has produced. Dan & Greg are just so satisfying to listen to. So genuine & honest. Thank you for doing this South Beach Section. I’m a 15+ year listener & I didn’t know Cody was supposed to be Stu…like wow. Again, thank you Dan…Thank you Dan…;)

[@PandaRawr07]

With each SB Session, we are slowly cracking away at the hard nut that is Dan’s emotions.

[@ryanmerical2103]

I’ve loved so many moments on this show over the past 7 or 8 years of listening and this has vaulted up near the top. As I tweeted, the show is the show and I love the laughter and joy it brings me, But THESE genuine moments are why I love it even more

[@dr_waffle_house]

Such a blessing to have a long-time friend like Greg

[@raymonlooperthornton6146]

Dan these South Beach session 😢😢 men talking about fathers and love dude I've watched all of these and I love them all. Thank you Dan for creating an open and safe space for me to listen man I really appreciate it and please keep going

[@jayhurd944]

Thank you for sharing the connection between you and Greg. You don’t see that often with people who make it big. Segments like these show why the show has thrived. You’re a family, and it’s great to see that kind of loyalty in a world devoid of it.

[@DemocracyFirst2025]

This is the best episode of this show I can ever remember listening to. The vulnerability, honesty, humility, and love for eachother these two men revealed is EXACTLY what I am searching for in everything I listen to and watch. Whether conscious of it or not, I am constantly pondering my purpose, my progression, my competence, my value, my mortality etc as a father/son/man/small business owner. I want to hear I’m not alone. I want to hear about other men’s journeys, their struggles, their fears, their wins! If this is how the show’s going to be, count me the fugg in.

[@PhiloSobriety]

This is one of the most beautiful things I have ever heard.

[@williamadams9109]

I ride with lebatard across decades into the sky. Thank you Dan! Thank you Dan!! Not a cult

[@chrisokeefe5766]

This show really hits me in the feels sometimes. Especially Dan talking about that baseball his dad wrote on that he was proud. For me, the closest thing to any sort of emotional speak from my dad was “Good luck” when I was like 22 leaving the house for a job I’d be working on the road. My kids will NEVER know a time that I don’t say I love you or hug the shit out of them. Break that cycle

[@garciastyle]

i love and appreciate the way everyone on this show talks to one another. In an honest and just different way than on any of their other platforms. I love it!

[@jleveille2]

What a beautiful show I loved listening to every minute. I have deep appreciation for Dan and Greg

[@carmichaelk.5214]

On this week's South Beach Sessions: Thank You Dan

[@mikespage1]

Wow Greg thanks a lot for making me cry at 950 am.

[@RETRO-RANEYS-RESTORATIONS]

Wow awesome conversation 👏 much respect to you fellas

[@allenjeannette4350]

Right at the end...I don't know where that check is...Classic Cote Gold. Chef's kiss.

[@rollyfingaz]

Continue doing this! Please! So so so important!

[@jerrymolnar8051]

Just two great friends cuttin' it up.

[@LeBatardShow]

AND YA KNOW IT

[@kirbythomas2497]

I've been listening everyday to this show since 2015. Best of ALL OF THEM! My Dad was WW2 Vet went to Normandy. Thanks Dan & Greg for making this 58yr old cry a little and heal today,,,❤

[@alanhonor9799]

awesome conversation. Gratitude to you guys - my dad died last year, not touchy feely guy either. Lemme tell ya - grab him and hug the shit outta him every day.

[@brianjauhiainen3954]

Incredible.

[@IvyLeather13]

A tearjerker episode, how about that??

[@LeBatardShow]

and you know it

[@delvonhall3469]

I have to be honest. I just started listening/looking at this masterpiece of great sports takes. It all started back in 2017. It came on at 10:00am after the morning show. It was the very first time, I ever heard “weekend observations” by Stu. I was pissed off after (The mother ship) cancelled this show. But, I am happy that I have found this show once again. I hope for many more years of this wholesome sports programming. Take care everyone and thank you….

[@jaynich5829]

Guys are killing me the The emotion in their voices is penetrating directly to my heart

[@coltt]

Thanks for sharing all these stories and thoughts, fellas. Two of the best in the game. We all appreciate you both so much. And ya know it!!!!

[@Reese13]

Yep, I made it through w/out crying. Proud of me. 👏🏾👏🏾 Love ya Greg. 🎉🎉

[@robinangeles754]

"Look at me Louie" lol

[@lepkebuchalter902]

Thank you for sharing such an insight into such a loving,decades long friendship. Such a big fan of Dan in an intimate one on one interview.

[@joshuagoslee]

2:05 Greg trying to act like he never said getting jiggy with it 😂

[@greggweiner8948]

These south beach sessions are so damn great. Greg Cote is a fountain of humor. To hear you two just talk and open up, is just so enlightening, helpful and sometimes moving. I look up to both of you on so many freaking levels. I haven't finished this interview but love it so much 10 minutes in. Honesty, vulnerability and stories we've never heard about you Dan, are extra mana from heaven. Love to all of you souls who do what i love to do: make people laugh and to laugh. All the love for every single one of you. Especially Stugotz who shares my surname...

[@ballatore34]

Incredible conversation here. I would love to see all of the show regulars sit down for a real discussion like this. I appreciate Dan and Greg even more than I already did.

[@bobbyhanke9162]

Amazing....

[@therealmfwic9503]

Just listened to this. Man it’s beautiful!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@briangrice1999]

damnit it! I have been listening at work and a few times my eyes were about to go b/c someone is cutting onions.. This was truly one of the best, thank you for opening the curtain and letting see the inside!

[@odhere]

My favorite Greg cote memory is his first appearance ever on the ESPN block he was bashing Disney cruises.

[@TheSmoothLife]

Great conversation. Great friends. Great discussion about how y'all received love from your parents.

[@RMF.Studio]

How in the world do these SBS keep getting better?! You guys had me choked up 🥺🥹 Love it. Keep up the great work.

[@StrangeBrewABQ]

What an awesome real conversation between two longtime friends.

[@eduardorodriguez3110]

I remember when I was kid my dad would buy the Herald just so he could see the results of the horse races even though he couldn't speak or read English. After he was done I used love to read Greg Cote's and Edwin Popes columns! As I grew older and my father eventually passed away I would buy the paper just to read what they had to say about the Miami Dolphins and eventually the Miami Heat too. Looking back on it now I'm so glad my dad would buy the Herald when you could walk down the street to a metal box and drop a quarter in it and just pull out a newspaper of the daily news. Ironically about 13 or 14 years ago when I was working as a chef at this small little fancy restaurant in Downtown Hollywood, FL. I looked through the kitchen door which had a little window and to my amazement there sat Greg Cote and who I would presume is his wife with him. I was so excited I couldn't believe it! That he would come to this tiny restaurant in Downtown Hollywood, which most of them were just dives. The owner who was French asked me why I was so excited and I told him who you were. He asked me if there was a chance that he would mention the restaurant in the Herald and I remember telling him,not a chance. Lol. My only regret was not going out to his table to introduce myself as the chef and show my admiration for him but I was worried that he didn't like the food. It's something I'll always remember. I still have some of those old Miami Herald articles with Greg Cote!

[@traehill9177]

Thank u Dan, Thank u Dan, Thank u Dan!

[@gerry2217]

Best back to back south beach sessions. Get meech on again!

[@LoyaBro34]

Such a great episode!!!

[@lifetisbutadream]

We love you both

[@davidneil8917]

I'm one of those guys who watches three or four hours and Dan lebatard and stugotz and I'm proud of it

[@elcami7372]

Two friends, two goats.❤

[@TheDrawGaming]

I got an ad break right in the middle of Greg’s emotional monologue about his surgery like a makeshift hard network out. Made me a little misty eyed.

[@LaQuemini]

Now that's fucking content!❤❤❤

[@tripprogers4814]

The PINNACLE moment in this shows history, happens at 11:13 as we watch the great grief eater consumed by emotion. Watching his face for twelve seconds, as we all hoped he would take another “HARD NETWORK OUT” lol.

[@oliverbrown6565]

Great segment Dan and Greg I cried twice

[@mattwortmann8132]

One of my all time favorite episodes. Thank you...I get the show.

[@strongybaby8337]

‘’It fluctuates” honest as sh!t

[@Matt4star]

2 of the best south beaches. Really love hearing more about ya Dan.

[@AntonioGonzalez-nc8tq]

This was excellent. Thank you, Dan.

[@mca217]

This is such a great interview.

[@violetedge83]

Man... it's too early for someone to be cutting onions 😭😭😭💜💜💜

[@dr2849]

D@mmit! Just when I thought the SBS with Domonique couldn't be topped, this did it. The vulnerability, honesty and revelations were amazing. Thank you for doing this! Always loved Greg and getting his reflections on his life and relationship with Dan are everything.

[@wrestlingcommunity]

This is so inspiring. I have a huge imaginary fear of putting myself out there and just hearing the intro was and encouraging. Thank you

[@themediumprofessor]

You guys are really lucky to have each other, and Chris is lucky, too

[@raymond1152]

This show brings out all my emotions. That’s why I love it so Much .

[@rreid3570]

I apologize for every time I’ve ever criticized this show. Every shot I ever took at Jessica or Mike. I tell my wife and kids all the time that the reason why I love this show above ALL others is because this show is SO much more than sports. And Dan Le Batard is a phenomenal leader of men.

[@preetisulm]

The part where Greg chokes up when he shared that he found out his dad kept a scrapbook of his clippings had me tearing up 😥😥

[@jonathanhamby3175]

Love you guys so much.

[@HeyBroItsBrad]

I’m so mad this ended. Amazing conversation gentlemen

[@jpackerfan88]

I'm not crying. :,D happy tears. Holy shit. I love you guys. Thank you so much for everything. The honesty, the humor. I love all of it. Pure Joy! Thank you.

[@Grimith]

I appreciate the effort it took to share this with others, the conversation and the production. I didn't realize until too late I'd be trapped in sympathy, empathy, and my own grief; but the title and description provided ample warning. And I *should* have known it.

[@ryanmcmullen5204]

Love you and thank you for all of the years of amazing conversations 💕💕💕