Jagbags

In the newest recap episode, Len introduces the world to the JAMS of "Jon Savage's 1969-71 Rock Dreams on 45". Beave and Len talk through the week that was in the NBA playoffs, where the Finals are all but assured between Boston and Dallas. Beave eats crow for his past Luka Doncic taunts. Beave consoles himself by celebrating the continued excellent play of the Cleveland Guardians. Len would like...

In the latest episode of Jagbags, Len and Beave try to discuss the music of Paul Simon (and his music for Simon & Garfunkel), but instead wind up devoting at least a quarter of the episode to the 1980 Art Garfunkel stone classic film "Bad Timing". Tune in for 45-minute playlists, discussions of our favorite Simon and Garfunkel LPs and songs, favorite Paul Simon albums, a discussion of various book...

It's the recap episode! (Featuring special guest: Akon) We talk the continued hot start of the Cleveland Guardians, and the glorious results of the May 18 home game against the Minnesota Twins. The Cubs remain in playoff contention, but need more hitting to back up their incredible rotation. The White Sox are still bad. The Chicago Sky are off to a surprising start to the season, playing well! We...

Len and Beave talk through their respective lists of Bruce Springsteen's 30 best songs. They argue over placements (or inclusion) of songs like "I'm Goin' Down", "Born In The USA", "Trapped", "Streets of Philadelphia", "Backstreets", and "Rosalita". Does "Born To Run" automatically go to the top spot, or is there a better choice? Tune in for ultimate Boss discussion!

Hear Beave and Len's expertise and propensity for butchering names during the upcoming 2024 WNBA season preview. Len calls for new leadership in the commissioner's office! Beave reviews the new movie "Unfrosted", on Netflix. Len explores the jams of April Wine. Beave bemoans the Cavs' injuries and is disgusted with the Guardians' performance against the Sox in Chicago. Len celebrates the power of...

Beave and Len take you back to the 70s and 80s with an in-depth discussion of the music of Maurice White, Philip Bailey and the musical geniuses that are Earth, Wind & Fire. The guys discuss the band's biggest hits, go through their own EWF 45-minute playlist, and talk Philip Bailey's recent book "Shining Star". They also compare Earth, Wind & Fire to contemporary musical acts of that particular e...

Len and Beave are back with another recap episode for your entertainment! We talk the NBA playoffs, and the young Cavs' continuing playoff ascension. We also talk second round matchups. MLB is in full swing, and we talk Cubs and Guardians injuries, plus the improving White Sox. Len has a message for the WNBA as they start their season. "I Recommend"! Album reviews! And Len's Favorite 500 Albums! T...

BEAVE GUESSES ALL OF LEN'S NUMBER ONE FACEBOOK BRACKET SEEDS!! He is still gloating and covered in confetti. We talk all of our favorite game shows on the newest episode of Jagbags. We talk Match Game, Price is Right, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, and Hollywood Squares, among many many more. We rate our favorite game shows, favorite hosts (ultimate Richard Dawson!), and favorite game show satire...

The guys are back after a week-long hiatus with an outstanding recap episode made just for you! We chat through the NBA playoffs, and what the Cleveland Cavaliers must do to advance to the second round and a date with the evil Boston Celtics. We also talk the first month of the MLB season, and chat the White Sox's unprecedented start to the season. Beave talks the new Roland Lazenby bio on Magic J...

He created two of the most iconic movie characters of the past 50 years. His name is synonymous with Hollywood royalty. On the latest Jagbags, we discuss the entire career of the legendary Harrison Ford. We talk movies like "Blade Runner", "Witness", "Presumed Innocent", and "The Fugitive", among many others. And we also delve into the "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "Star Wars" movies as well. Is H...

Friend of the podcast Marlana May Carlson joins the podcast for a SPIRITED look at the multi-platinum Brit New Wave band Tears for Fears. We talk the band's outstanding first LP "The Hurting", their smash follow-up "Songs From The Big Chair", "Seeds of Love", and every album that followed. We also do a 45-minute playlist, discuss the band's influence on artists like Drake and Kanye West, and compa...

In the newest recap episode, Beave and Len talk the NCAA championship results and analyze the Final Four games. We also discuss the start of the MLB season and the fast starts for the Cubs and Guardians (but not the Sox). Len also gives us the Top Five Cubs relievers of all time. The Bulls make the playoffs while the Cavs slide down the standings. Len rates five new albums, and Beave talks "Magic"...

Beave and Len go through the filmography of actress Scarlett Johansson, and discuss her career. They pick their top five movies and go through their favorite performances as well. They also pick her most underrated movies. Tune in for ULTIMATE JOHANSSON EXPERTISE!

In the latest recap episode, Len and Beave talk the NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four matchups, and predict the winners. They also talk potential NBA playoff matchups for the Bulls and Cavaliers, and grow more depressed by the second. Their outlook brightens as they discuss the fast MLB starts of the Guardians and the Cubs. Beave gives thumbs up to the new Black Crowes LP. Len reviews the show "Ge...

Our Jagbags baseball expert Anthony D'Andrea joins the podcast for the 2024 MLB preview episode. We go through the Cubs, White Sox (briefly and mercifully), and Guardians' chances for this season, assess their offseason moves, discuss the minor league pipeline, and finally predict World Series, MVP and Cy Young winners. Len relies on the guidance of the mysterious "guy on the train", who has advis...

Len and Beave talk the magic of March Madness, including the Fighting Illini's success and the Northwestern Wildcats' thrilling win and inevitable exit. We also talk NBA, and bemoan the recent stumbles of the Bulls and Cavaliers. Len recounts his trip to the public library in his gabardine pants to check out the hits of Mr. Clay Aiken. Beave takes another long look at the Rolling Stones' new album...

We talk the music and the career of the controversial English guitarist and singer Eric Clapton. Though he is known more today for his beliefs outside of music, we try to focus on his best songs, albums, and his work with bands such as the Yardbirds, Cream, Derek and the Dominos, and Blind Faith. We also discuss his solo career, go through our favorite Clapton albums, and of course construct our p...

March Madness has begun across the country and Jagbags has you covered with FEARLESS EXPERT predictions. Listen as we influence Vegas odds with our prognostication prowess (especially on Illinois and Northwestern), plus our free assessment of the announcing impartiality of Robbie Hummel. We also talk the Justin Fields trade and the inevitable arrival of Caleb Williams, Bulls and Cavs. Plus "I Reco...

The magnificent Carrie Sullivan comes on to Jagbags to discuss a true American treasure: "Weird Al" Yankovic. Since one of his comedy songs appeared on the Dr. Demento radio show in 1976, Weird Al has gone on to sell more than 12 million albums and win five Grammy Awards. We discuss his entire career, pick our favorite albums and songs, and do a huge deep dive into his seminal 1989 movie "UHF". Su...

We talk about our all-time favorite Bulls and Cavs of all time. Prepare for a LOT of talk about Ben Gordon, as well as how World B. Free literally saved the Cleveland Cavaliers franchise. Plus college hoops, as we do a deep dive into Illinois, Northwestern and Loyola. Beave recounts his trip to Vegas and his big resulting court case. We talk Oscar winners, "I Recommend", a review of the new Judas...

Friend of the pod Morgan Gire comes on the podcast to discuss the films of new Oscar winner Christopher Nolan. We start with "Following", end with the new Best Picture winner "Oppenheimer", and talk all movies in between! Each of us rank our all-time Top Ten Nolan Films, and also talk our favorite performances from Nolan's career. Tune in for top-notch cinema discussion!

Len goes through his all-star all-maligned Chicago Bulls starting five, while Beave provides his for the Cavs. (Both teams feature Carlos Boozer.) Plus Len extols the genius of Phil Collins' "No Jacket Required". We assess Loyola's NCAA Tournament chances. We talk what NU and Illinois need to do to finish the season strong. "I Recommend", Len's Favorite 500 Albums, and of course, the continued fal...

The Academy Awards are almost here, so Beave and Len sit down to tell you their picks as well the movies and artists they are rooting for the most on March 10. We talk "Oppenheimer", "Barbie", "Zone of Interest", "Killers of the Flower Moon", and many more! Plus all the acting categories, directing, and documentaries. Tune in for Oscar EXPERTISE!

On the latest recap episode, an unspeakable incident occurs ON THE AIR as Beave completely mischaracterizes the category of soft drink for Len's beloved Mr. Pibb. Shock, consternation, horror....all the emotions pass through Len and you can hear them all in his voice. Beave survives (barely) and the guys go on to discuss the week in NBA action, featuring the Cavs coming back to earth and Bulls con...