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In the first part of Jack's 2020 MLB Preview series, chief meteorologist Anthony Franze (NewsWest 9 in Midland, Texas) joins Jack and Jordan Morandini to preview the American League West. Anthony provides a forecast for his beloved Texas Rangers in 2020 (4:43 - 19:15). What are his thoughts on the new Globe Life Field, and the new-look Rangers' pitching rotation, led by Corey Kluber? The Angels we...

Andrew Stem returns for part two of his conversation with Jack. This time, it's time to talk baseball! Spring training games are being played and the spotlight is still focused on the Astros. Should the MLB have been tougher on the Astros? Plenty of thoughts are shared on the latest in the Astros' sign-stealing debacle. David Ross plans to use Kris Bryant in the lead-off spot this season. Is this...

Just three and a half weeks from Selection Sunday, Jack checks in with Andrew Stem from the Omaha World Herald. Andrew and Jack break down a wild week in college basketball, which included multiple nail-biting clashes in the Big East and Big Ten, Duke losing by 25 at NC State, Baylor setting the longest win streak in Big 12 history, and plenty more. Jack and Andrew help those that are studying up...

Jack is joined by Survivor Hall of Famer and legend Jonny Fairplay. Jonny tells the full story behind one of reality TV's biggest moments, the "dead Grandma" lie (for those unfamiliar - he created a lie that his Grandmother died in order to gain sympathy from his fellow Survivor contestants). What was the public's reaction to it, and how did people react to seeing Jonny on the streets? Jonny detai...

Jack is joined by Northwestern Wildcats women's basketball legend Maggie Lyon to check in on the latest happenings from around the college basketball landscape. Maggie and Jack try to make sense of the Big Ten. Michigan State has now lost three straight. What is the deal with them? Cassius vs. Markus Howard discussion. They also discuss Tre Jones' masterful missed free throw. Big Ten or Big East,...

Jack welcomes Aaron Leavitt to the podcast to preview the 40th season of Survivor, Survivor: Winners at War. For the first time ever, Survivor will be airing a season consisting only of people that have won Survivor before. Who will outwit, outplay and outlast in order to claim the $2 million prize? Which returnees have the biggest targets on their backs entering the season? How did we get to this...

Jack is back after a brief two-week hiatus with four very special guests. First, former baseball player Daniel Delaney talks about the great life of his Orange Coast Pirates' coach, John Altobelli (2:30 - 24:10). Next, reporter, media relations specialist, and ESPN Phoenix personality Makayla Perkins tells her Kobe Bryant story from a 2019 Phoenix Mercury game she worked. She also discusses the im...

Over the last month, Jeremy Williams and Jack have been on an investigative search to find the greatest fried chicken sandwich in the fast food game. After eating Chick-Fil-A, KFC, Popeye's, Raising Cane's and Wendy's, they share their thoughts, reviews, power rankings, and crown the GOAT fast food fried chicken sandwich. Our sincere apologies to Zaxby's, which we've heard is great, but unfortunat...

Jack is joined by Miss Louisiana 2017 (and journalist) Laryssa Bonacquisti (0:00 - 15:30) to talk about the importance of LSU's National Championship in the wake of tragedy + the legacy of Joe Burrow and the 2019 Bayou Bengals. Then, Jake Paliga returns to the podcast to break down the College Football National Championship, the prospects of Joe Burrow's NFL career, and how the 2019-2020 National...

Jack welcomes former Northwestern Wildcats' first baseman Zach Jones to the podcast. Together, they discuss all of the hot button subjects surrounding the MLB offseason. Where will Josh Donaldson, Nicholas Castellanos and Marcell Ozuna wind up? Will Kris Bryant, Francisco Lindor, Nolan Arenado, or Mookie Betts get traded? Who are the winter's winners and losers? All this, and plenty more!

Jordan Morandini returns to help Jack recap the happenings from Wild Card Weekend 2020. Are the Patriots over? Has Brady played his last game? Did the Saints get hosed again? Can Kirk take the Vikings on a deep playoff run? Are the Ravens on upset alert? Is Mahomes-Watson the 2020's version of Brady-Manning? All this, and plenty more!

Jack rings in the new year with Jordan Morandini, as they preview the first round of the NFL playoffs and look back on their preseason predictions. Which picks hit the mark, and where were they dead wrong? What is the most intriguing match-up of Wild Card Weekend? Full game previews for all four of the weekend's game.

Paul Oren from the Northwest Indiana Times and Union Street Hoops podcast, joins Jack to look back on the decade that was in the world of sports. Together, they compile their All-Decade team selections for NBA (0:00 - 14:05), college basketball (14:05 - 45:23), MLB (45:23 - 1:18:25) and NFL (1:18:25 - 1:31:35). They also talk about some of their favorite sports images and moments from the decade a...

Jack welcomes Nathan Rice to the podcast to recap Week 15 of NFL action. What do they make of the Cowboys' statement win over the Rams? Where did the Bears go wrong this season? What does the Bills' 10-win season mean for Buffalo fans? Later, Nathan gives his College Football Playoff picks.

Tommy Weber returns to the podcast to discuss a Christmas classic, The Santa Clause 2 (2002), starring Tim Allen, in this special 2019 Christmas edition of the podcast.

Jake Paliga joins Jack to recap College Football Championship weekend + NFL Week 15. The MLB winter meetings are underway and Jake and Jack both have plenty of thoughts! Analysis on early free agency, and plenty more. Did the College Football Playoff selection committee get it right? Early thoughts on CFP matchups? What makes the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway Challenge so great? Who is in poll posit...

In this week's "Chex Mix" episode, Jack welcomes Chase Beebe to the podcast to discuss a wide variety of headlines from the world of sports. Chase and Jack break down a violent Thursday Night Football game featuring the Browns and the Steelers. How should the NFL discipline Myles Garrett? Jack pitches some rule changes in attempt to improve player safety. Next, the NFL MVP race. Who's leading the...

Chief college basketball corespondent Evan Myers returns to the podcast to preview the upcoming college basketball season. Together Evan and Jack take a broad look at the ACC, American Athletic Conference, Big East, Big 12, Pac-12, SEC and the best mid-major programs. They also prepare an in-depth look at the Big Ten. How do they project your team to stack up? Tune in, and find out!

Valpo basketball grad assistant Peter Funk returns to the podcast to preview the upcoming year in NBA action. Featuring, playoff/Finals picks, NBA Awards (MVP, Rookie, etc.) selections, and plenty more!

Chad Vautherine from the Cheap Seats podcast joins Jack to recap a very memorable 2019 World Series. Chad explains how his Astros ended up falling short, and what gave the Nationals the edge in a very close series. Jack and Chad answer a number of questions pertaining to this World Series such as: Were the Nationals a better team without Bryce Harper? Did the MLB get the Trea Turner play right? Wh...

Leslie Nease, contestant on CBS's 15th season of the hit show, Survivor (Survivor: China) joins Jack for a very interesting interview about her time on Survivor and the experience of being on a reality TV show. They also have an enlightening conversation about her Christian faith.   Leslie is best known as the Christian radio host that opted out of the Buddhist temple at the season's opening. She...

In a special emergency podcast, Brandon Vickrey joins Jack to dissect the Cubs' interview and selection process of their new manager, David Ross. Including immediate reactions, thoughts, and analysis. Is Ross the right guy? Did the Cubs end up skipping out on a better option? What should we expect from Ross as a manger? What hurdles will he have to overcome to make a smooth transition from teammat...

Yankees fan Chase Beebe checks in and shares his thoughts on the Yankees' 2019 downfall and what needs the Bronx Bombers have to address this winter. Chase and Jack recap the ALCS and NLCS, and set the table for the World Series, providing analysis and predictions. Also featuring: baby shark talk, as well as talk about our favorite ocean sharks!

Andrew Stem of the Omaha World Herald joins Jack to recap and break down the first round of MLB postseason action. Did Dave Roberts make the right decision giving the ball to Kershaw in game 5? Where do the Rays, Braves and Dodgers go from here? Later, they preview the ALCS and NLCS match-ups.

Makayla Perkins from ESPN 620 Phoenix joins Jack to preview the first round of MLB playoff action and talk 2019 regular season awards, including their selections for American League and National League MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year and Manager of the Year. Together, Makayla and Jack recap the NL wild card game and look ahead at all four Division Series match-ups.   Jack and Makayla also talk m...