Chris Walker and Anthony Barbieri

Sports and Spaghetti Podcast

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A weekly podcast that combines everyone's favorite things, sports and food hosted by Anthony Barbieri and Chris Walker. Chris and Anthony met though their wives, affectionately nicknamed the "mice", while at WCSU. After their first meeting, the chemistry was already there, so Anthony joined Chris on the local sports radio show and in the broadcast booth. Both the boys also think they're pretty superb home chefs. Years later and "Sports and Spaghetti" was born combining their loves of cooking and sports. Join us, and as always, stay full!

Author

Chris Walker and Anthony Barbieri

Category

Sports

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Latest episode

May 20, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 69: Worst Foods Draft and 2024 Olympic Preview 29.07.2024

On this episode, and fresh off of the birth of Chris's 2nd child, the boys are back with another debate! This time, they discuss and argue over the worst foods ever (in their opinion). Then, each host offers a fresh take on a sport they are interested in seeing during the 2024 Olympics. Stay Full!

Episode 68: Spicy Orchard Chicken and Team USA's Shortcomings 13.07.2024

On this episode, the boys try a new dish created by Anthony. The issues with team USA in multiple sports are discussed, and Anthony disses soccer yet again, to the horror of Chris and Nick. Stay Full!

Episode 67: The Chip Draft and Like Father Like Son 05.07.2024

On this episode, the boys are finally ON CAMERA!!!!! Take a step into the world of Chris, Ant, and Nick as they bring you their first on-camera episode. Not only that, but this episode has it all: a draft, arguments, and all the sports coverage you've come to know and love. It's a big moment for the boys! Stay Full!

Episode 66: Grammy's Meat Sauce and New Digs 29.06.2024

On this episode, the boys are back after a (sort of) week off, serving up Grammy's meat sauce! From their new location, Chris, Ant and Nick have takes on the Stanley Cup Finals as well as the NBA finals, and banter about wearing golf clothes to golf events. Stay Full!

Episode 65: Empanadas and Long Drives 14.06.2024

On this episode, the boys try yet another banger made by Ant - Empanadas. If you want to know why, listen to the episode! Then, Chris, Ant, and Nick share some exciting news about the podcast moving forward. Stay Full! (Guest editor - Logan McCormick)

Episode 64: Scallion Cakes and Play La Bamba, Baby! 08.06.2024

On this episode, the boys are living like Edmontonians and trying the favorite food of Edmonton - Scallion Cakes. This is quite the polarizing food on this podcast. Then, the Stanley Cup Finals are previewed and Ant and Chris sound off on the Dallas Stars for an insensitive move. Stay Full!

Episode 63: Unstuffed Peppers and Unwanted Opinions 01.06.2024

On this episode Chris makes a pick-me-up after a long day of work. The guys get heated early and often, namely debating the Rangers success as well as old vs. new coaches in the NHL. Stay Full!

Episode 62: Lomo Saltado and Robotic Refs 24.05.2024

On this episode, the guys try a peruvian tradition - Lomo Saltado! The Cantonese-peruvian connection is strong here and so is the NHL competition. Conference Final matchups are discussed, and the boys debate the "robo-ref" coming into play in the coming years. Enjoy the new intro/outro, and Stay Full!

Episode 61: Hot vs. Cold: Desserts and Hockey Teams feat. Dr. Devon McCormick 18.05.2024

On this episode, the boys are joined by lifelong Avalanche and Rockies fan Dr. Devon McCormick. She helps settle a debate over hot vs. cold cookies and brownies. Then, the Stanley Cup Playoffs are getting really intense and Nick, Ant, and Chris give their takes. Stay Full!

Episode 60: Feed from the Garden and Leads from the Garden 11.05.2024

On this episode, the boys are talking gardens - both the dirt ones and the Madison Square one (and TD). Enjoy Chris and Ant disagreeing on the Rangers success as well as another in-depth look at the NBA playoffs by Nicky. Stay Full!

Episode 59: A-Nasty's Draft Extravaganza 03.05.2024

In this first time solo episode, Ant dives into his top 5 likes and dislikes from the 2024 NFL Draft. He gives his armchair GM insight on hits, misses, reaches and steals. Who knows, maybe Ant leaves us for a front office gig, or he may just be right where he needs to be...far, far away. As always...Stay Full

Episode 58: Meal Prep Mac and Playoffs Are Back 03.05.2024

On this topsy turvy episode, the boys do things a bit backwards. Come for the Buffalo Mac and Cheese, stay for In No Particular Order at the END of the episode! Stay Full!

Episode 57: Pilau and Show Me The Money 19.04.2024

On this episode, the boys present a dish all the way from Uganda. It really took Chris on a cooking journey into African cuisine. Then, the NHL playoffs are set and the Caitlin Clark salary situation is discussed. Stay Full!

Episode 56: The Fry-Nals and NHL Playoff SZN 12.04.2024

On this episode, the boys settle once and for all the best potato food items. The results are truly shocking! Also, the NHL playoff race is at its peak in the Eastern Conference and Chris helps break all this down with Nick and Ant. Stay focused and Stay Full!

Episode 55: Fry-nal 4 and The Bronx Bombers 06.04.2024

On this episode, another heated debate erupts as Chris Ant and Nick fight for their favorite potato based food. Then, the NHL playoff race continues to evolve and the Yankees hot start are covered. Go UCONN! Stay Full!

Episode 54: French Fry Fiasco and Nicky Finally Snaps 28.03.2024

On this "Anthony's Birthday" episode, we get highly animated as we debate the "Elite 8" of our potato bracket. Are Chris and Ant crazy? Maybe! Find out when you listen, and Stay Full!

Episode 53: March and Starch Madness 22.03.2024

On this episode, the title says it all! Nick, Ant and Chris dig into a potato bracket to coincide with March Madness starting. Then the boys talk about the NHL playoff race and Chris's hot and cold team. Stay Full!

Episode 52: Condiment Draft and Chris's Apology 16.03.2024

On this episode Chris, Ant and Nick are debating and drafting their favorite condiments. You know what to expect during a draft and this one is no different. Then, Chris apologizes for his too-early comments about Rangers goon Matt Rempe. As always, Stay Full!

Episode 51: Gnocchi and "Gnocch-outs" 07.03.2024

On this episode, the boys are serving up a classic Italian pasta sub-type. Gnocchi is not Nicky's favorite as he gives his honest first-time review. Then, the NHL's tough guy situation is discussed and MLB Spring Training is covered. Stay Full!

Episode 50: The Sabrina Special and The Bad Agent 29.02.2024

On this episode Chris cooks Sabrina's favorite thing to make, chicken cutlets! A jar sauce debate breaks out (future episode?) and as usual, things get heated. Then, the boys discuss Scott Boras and his offseason client issues as well as the NHL Trade Deadline. Stay Full!

Episode 49: The Anniversary Episode 22.02.2024

The title says it all - Happy 1 Year Anniversary to Sports and Spaghetti. The boys engage in another draft and reminisce on memories of the first year of the pod. Stay Full!

Episode 48: Italian Combos When You Give a Mouse a Microphone 22.02.2024

On this episode, the boys invite the mice in for a chat about how Ant and Chris got their start 7 years ago. For food, Ant delivers the goods on an Italian classic, the Italian Combo. Chris dreads the Islanders Stadium Series game as well. Stay Full!

Episode 47: Taco Thursday and Tee-ing Up Sunday 09.02.2024

On this episode, Chris, Ant and Nick make tacos for the first time on the pod, using Chris's old recipe from the Desert Moon days. Then, the Super Bowl is previewed, arguments are had, and Nicky tries a comfort food classic. Come for the taco talk, stay for the wild Bet The Rent picks. Stay Full!

Episode 46: Lemon Chicken Orzo and (Taylor's Version) 01.02.2024

On this light-week-in-sports episode, Chris serves up a delicious Greek-inspired meal, Lemon Chicken Orzo. Paired with a Tzatziki sauce, it's like being in the heart of Athens. Then, In No Particular Order takes over the show, and the Taylor Swift drama in the NFL reaches new heights. Anthony also offers some questionable takes regarding English Football. Stay Full!

Episode 45: "Getting Creative" and Bill Belichick's Fate 25.01.2024

On this episode, Ant and Chris are joined by producer Nick once more to talk about Nick's new segment (Nicky Tries Stuff) and to give his insight into a vegetable that many people love (and don't love). Then, the 2018 World Juniors "scandal" is unfolding and potential outcomes are discussed. Bill Belichick still has no job, and the guys talk about why that might be. Stay Full!

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