Overview of Spittin’ Chiclets Episode 661 Featuring Sean Avery
Episode 661 is a wide-ranging Chiclets episode that blends the guys’ England golf trip stories, NHL offseason reaction, Sandbagger drama, and a long interview with Sean Avery about his role in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. The episode moves from comedy and travel chaos to serious hockey roster and front-office discussion, then ends with Avery giving a surprisingly thoughtful behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest films in the world.
England Golf Trip Recap
The first major chunk of the episode is a story-heavy recap of the crew’s golf trip to England.
Key trip highlights
- Noah Kahan’s ace at Boston Golf Club became a running joke, with Biz feeling like he should’ve been there to witness it.
- The group received a Spotify plaque for 100 million streams on Spittin’ Chiclets, which they jokingly called a “bronze medal” award.
- The trip was filled with:
- long travel days,
- cold weather,
- push carts instead of caddies,
- and constant drinking.
Memorable trip moments
- A police officer at the airport, who was also a Chiclets fan, jokingly “cavity searched” Keith before revealing he was just a listener.
- A late-added trip guest, Darryl Scheller (“Shanks”), had a brutal golf collapse:
- he started well,
- then completely lost his swing,
- and even YouTubed how to fix the shanks during the round.
- The guys repeatedly joked that his nickname should’ve been “Shanks” from that point on.
Trip conditions
- Several courses had no caddies, so the group had to use push carts.
- They described the days as exhausting:
- lots of walking,
- little water,
- no real course amenities,
- and long 36-hole days.
Hockey News, Contracts, and Front-Office Talk
A big portion of the episode was spent reacting to NHL offseason news and player signings.
Steve Yzerman / Dylan Larkin situation
- The guys debated whether Steve Yzerman’s move out of the GM role in Detroit was connected to the Dylan Larkin tension.
- Their general take:
- Yzerman is a legend and deserves respect.
- But the Larkin situation likely played some role in the overall friction.
- Detroit’s patience model has been admirable, but the fanbase may be reaching its limit.
- They discussed whether Larkin is now more likely to stay, even though the trade request cloud still exists.
Sean Horkoff / future GM talk
- The crew strongly endorsed Sean Horkoff as a potential future GM.
- They also floated Brendan Shanahan as a possible front-office candidate for Detroit.
- Their view was that hockey is moving toward a newer generation of executives and that Horkoff fits that mold.
Contract and roster reactions
They also broke down several notable player moves:
Anthony Mantha
- The Devils signing of Anthony Mantha was viewed as a good value gamble:
- big body,
- goal scorer,
- injury-prone,
- but useful if healthy.
- They felt he could still produce around 25 goals if he stays on the ice.
Connor Bedard
- They discussed Bedard’s long-term extension and agreed it was a strong deal for both sides.
- Main points:
- Chicago may not be ready to contend immediately,
- but Bedard is a franchise-level player,
- and the Blackhawks have a real chance to build around him over the next few years.
Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale
- The Flyers’ long-term deals for Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale were praised.
- Zegras’ contract in particular was seen as a strong value if he continues developing.
- They liked the idea that Zegras now has time to settle into a better fit.
Connor McMichael
- They liked Washington’s extension of Connor McMichael, saying he brings:
- energy,
- effort,
- and consistency.
- They compared Washington’s current identity to a team built on hard work and skilled buy-in.
Kirby Dach
- Montreal re-signing Kirby Dach was framed as a positive, low-risk move.
- They pointed out his injuries and fan criticism, but were happy to see him rewarded after showing resilience.
Sandbagger Drama: Bob Does Sports Thumbnail Controversy
The episode spent a lot of time on the latest Sandbagger video and the backlash around its thumbnail.
What happened
- The thumbnail showed the Chiclets guys in a highly unflattering dog-collar / all-fours image, which many Bob Does Sports fans found offensive.
- The episode explained that:
- the image was intentionally provocative,
- it was helping drive huge views,
- but it may have also damaged the relationship with Bob Does Sports.
Reaction
- They admitted the thumbnail was “egregious.”
- Biz said he might not have approved it if he’d seen it more clearly beforehand.
- At the same time, the video was performing extremely well, and the controversy was clearly generating clicks.
- They still expect to keep collaborating, but there’s clearly some tension.
Sean Avery Interview: Inside The Odyssey With Christopher Nolan
The standout guest segment was a long conversation with Sean Avery about his role in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film The Odyssey.
Avery’s overall reaction
- Avery was extremely enthusiastic and clearly proud to be part of the project.
- He said the reception online was noisy and often negative before release, but actual viewers have loved it.
- He described the film as a major theatrical experience, one that really has to be seen on the big screen.
What the movie is like
- He said the production was:
- physically brutal,
- cold,
- wet,
- and intensely demanding.
- The movie was shot in a highly practical way:
- real boats,
- real ocean conditions,
- practical effects,
- minimal CGI.
- He emphasized that it felt more like survival than filmmaking at times.
Cast and performances
Avery gave praise to:
- Matt Damon — he called him the emotional and physical anchor of the production.
- Anne Hathaway
- Tom Holland
- Robert Pattinson
- Javon “John” Bernthal
- Charlize Theron
- Javier/John Leguizamo (he mentioned Leguizamo’s costume and look)
He said the cast felt like a real team and that everyone had to buy in because the film relied so heavily on ensemble energy and physicality.
Nolan’s direction
- Avery repeatedly praised Christopher Nolan as an elite filmmaker.
- He compared Nolan’s work ethic and precision to top-tier athletes:
- controlling the smallest details,
- adjusting scenes in tiny increments,
- and demanding total commitment.
- He said Nolan’s methods were unlike anything he had seen before.
Filming conditions
Avery described:
- freezing water on the beach,
- filming inside a Trojan horse set,
- actors getting physically wrecked,
- and a production where people were nearly hypothermic at times.
- He said the movie’s practical effects made everything feel more intense and believable.
Avery’s personal takeaway
- He said the film taught him something about being a teammate and collaborator.
- In his words, he didn’t fully understand what being a great teammate meant until making this movie.
- He also joked that people may eventually remember him more for acting than hockey.
Other Notable Moments
G’s Nashville bachelor party recap
G checked in with a quick recap of his bachelor party:
- stayed near Nashville,
- played golf at Hermitage,
- hit Broadway and Barstool Nashville,
- and spent time with a chef friend who cooked for the whole group. He said it was one of the best weekends of his life and that he’s getting married in about 54 days.
Jack Campbell retirement
They also congratulated Jack Campbell on retiring after nine NHL seasons.
- They praised him as a great teammate.
- Mentioned his difficult path back to the NHL.
- Highlighted his playoff success and his transition into helping others mentally and professionally.
Boston Red Sox hot streak
- The guys briefly celebrated the Red Sox winning 14 straight and acknowledged that the team had turned things around after a brutal start.
Key Takeaways
- The England golf trip was equal parts hilarious, chaotic, and exhausting.
- Sean Avery’s The Odyssey segment was the emotional and cultural centerpiece of the episode.
- The NHL offseason remains active, with Detroit, Chicago, Montreal, Washington, St. Louis, Anaheim, and New Jersey all part of the conversation.
- The Sandbagger thumbnail controversy is real, but the content is still drawing massive attention.
- Avery’s movie stories reinforced the episode’s bigger theme: elite preparation, teamwork, and buy-in matter whether you’re playing hockey or making a film.
Worth Checking Out
- Watch the Sandbagger video for the controversy and the big numbers.
- Keep an eye on Sean Avery’s The Odyssey — he and the crew make it sound like a must-see theatrical event.
- Follow the Detroit situation closely, especially anything involving Larkin, Yzerman, and possible front-office changes.