The Joe Rose Show

On Thursday’s show, the guys cover the Heat’s win before the All-Star break and the Dolphins’ interest in quarterback Malik Willis, breaking down QB fits, personality traits, and offseason options. Joe and Hollywood dive into the wild world of youth sports, from over-the-top parents to travel ball pressures, while Kim Bokamper weighs in on Dolphins decisions, NBA All-Star Weekend, and Pickleball. Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas discusses his team’s growth and recruiting elite talent, and Panthers announcer Steve Goldstein talks Florida’s injury struggles, Olympic play, and Team USA’s chances, with Chef Andre highlighting the latest at Catch and Cut, including Sunday brunch. It’s a packed show covering the top storylines across sports.

In Hour 1, the Heat close out the first half of the season by holding off the Pelicans before the All-Star break, but the focus quickly shifts to the Dolphins and their reported interest in Malik Willis. The guys debate whether Miami being a frontrunner — due in part to Willis’ ties to members of the Dolphins’ front office and coaching staff — makes this a smart move or a risky bet, considering he has just three starts in two years. Joe also explores other quarterback options around the league and how messy situations in places like Tennessee or New York often give QBs extended chances. Plus, Joe and Hollywood dive into the wild world of youth sports, sparked by a woman confronting Joe in public over his recent comments, leading to a lively discussion about over-the-top parents, inexperienced coaches, travel ball pressures, and a great story about Don Shula meeting Joe’s dad.

In Hour 2, Joe explores the high-pressure world of the Olympics, discussing what it takes for athletes to perform on the biggest stage and referencing behind-the-scenes shows in sports like F1 and tennis. The conversation shifts to the NFL, breaking down the buzz and potential price tag of signing Malik Willis, why Tua trade rumors don’t make sense after last season, and the Kyler Murray situation in Arizona, including the personality traits a quarterback truly needs to succeed. Joe also previews upcoming sports in South Florida, from Marlins spring training to major tennis events and the F1 race, with a nod to the celebrity connections making headlines. Kim Bokamper joins for Hollywood’s Headlines, sharing his takes on NBA All-Star Weekend, the NFL Pro Bowl, the Seahawks’ Super Bowl parade, and the nation’s growing Pickleball craze, with Joe defending tennis as the superior sport.

In Hour 3, Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas breaks down a big win over North Carolina, his team’s growth, Tru Washington’s return, and praise for center Ernest Udeh, while discussing recruiting players with high-level basketball pedigrees and the impact of G-League players returning to college. Later, Kim Bokamper joins to weigh in on the Dolphins, including Kevin Patullo’s hire, the potential signing of Malik Willis, and why Tua is no longer a fit in Miami. The guys discuss the importance of a true “QB personality,” critique Tua’s struggles, and stress patience for fans during the rebuild, while also touching on the limited value of Pro Days and hope for last year’s Dolphins rookies.

In Hour 4, the guys dive into betting insights for the Winter Olympics before Chef Andre joins from Catch and Cut to talk about all the big things happening at the restaurant and promote Sunday brunch. Panthers play-by-play announcer Steve Goldstein also joins to break down Florida’s challenging season, discussing the toll of three straight Stanley Cup runs, a roster hit by injuries, and the impact of Olympic play. He shares his thoughts on Team USA’s chances in the Olympics and weighs in on the Dolphins’ potential pursuit of quarterback Malik Willis, offering his take on how Miami should approach the position.