Takin' it to the Streets

The PGA season winds to its finish with 30 of its members still standing having withstood the grind of the long season and ready to play for the Fed Ex Championship. What was the story this season? Rory’s completion of the career grand slam at Augusta? J.J.’s putt at Oakmont? Gotterup’s arrival (on the scene) in Europe? Scottie’s dominance? Tommy’s inability to close out a 54-hole lead multiple ti...

It was one year ago at the BMW Championship that “Beemer” first appeared on “Takin’ to the Streets”. Since then, Andy and “Beemer” have collaborated on many podcasts merging the disparate and synergistic views of the PGA. While Andy stays true to the roots of the “Streets” by challenging Beemer on reverse line movement and Vegas opinion, Beemer holds the views one would expect of a major winner an...

Was it a meltdown or was it a choke? Tommy Fleetwood’s Travelers was golf tragedy with a Ryder Cup feel. Should Keegan Bradley, “Captain America,” be a playing captain on the Ryder Cup as Arnold Palmer last was in ’63? How good is Patrick Cantlay? Is he urgent, cold as ice and why will him winning on the Tour feel like the first time?  Andy and Beemer explore the depth to the upcoming Rocket Mortg...

Beemer and Andy recap the dramatic U.S. Open. Was Oakmont too difficult? Should the officials have allowed Sam Burns “relief” from the temporary water on the 15th fairway? Was the champion the course or the players? The Tour moves to Connecticut this week for the Travelers and many of the “big” names will be there as it is an elevated event. A new era also begins as Brian Rolapp (formerly from the...

No United States course has hosted this legendary event as many times as Oakmont; this will be number 10. Tommy Armour won at Oakmont’s first hosting in 1927 and since then it’s been an extensive cabaret of golf greats that have attempted to beat one of the great beasts in all of American golf. Hogan (1953), Nicklaus (1962), Miller (1973), Els (1994), Cabrera (2007) and Johnson (2016) have all sto...

Andy reminisces about Baltimore Orioles legend and Hall of Fame manager, Earl Weaver, with his biographer John W. Miller. The author now resides in Pittsburgh after a childhood spent abroad (mostly in Belgium) and recently wrote the ultimate Weaver in full book.  From the early years in St. Louis to the spring training in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1952 with Eddie Stanky as manager, hoping to earn...

In this episode of Takin’ it to the Streets, Andy harkens back to his college days at Mizzou and goes “straight from the heart” with an old friend, Pete Jones. Since college, Jones has gone on to become an “Indie” filmmaker and is most recognized as the first winner of the Ben Affleck/Matt Damon sponsored “Project Greenlight.”  Since Greenlight, Jones has gone on to write/direct/act in numerous fi...

Andy and Beemer break down the year’s second MAJOR of the season, The PGA, coming up this weekend at Quail Hollow in Charlotte. Rain and length of the course will provide a brutal test for the world’s top players.  For the second half of the show, author Kevin Cook drops by and chats about his 2011 book about “Titanic” Thompson - one of the most influential characters of his era. Damon Runyon is s...

The PGA Tour heads to the Philadelphia Cricket Club for the first time this week. Andy and Beemer chat about the old days in El Paso and the surrounding area where “Titanic” Thompson was known to drop in and play in infamous golf rounds that are legendary to the landscape of the game we know today. Scottie Scheffler’s incredible Byron Nelson Tournament and Eric Van Rooyen being the unluckiest of r...

As the “First Saturday in May” is upon us, the bigger than life Kentucky Derby is here. Kerry Thomas, pioneer of Sensory Soundness and Herd Dynamics, joins Andy for a look into what makes a horse “tick” and what is required of a 3-year-old colt/filly when embarking on the Run for the Roses. What is the best inner confirmation of a horse that is only 3 years old? What isn’t? How important is the sy...

Former major league star, José Cruz Jr., joins Andy for a candid look back at his career and baseball then and now. A career that spanned 12 seasons and most recently a coaching position with Rice, Cruz comes from baseball royalty as he is the son of Houston’s greatest Astro, José Cruz.  Rich Beem relishes in his Masters picks victory over Andy and both “break down” the upcoming RBC Heritage at Ha...

Off to Magnolia Lane we head for this year’s Masters Tournament, “A tradition like none other.” Andy and Rich “Beemer” Beem discuss the tournament’s history and its place as a Major tournament. Also included is the slumping being experienced by Max Homa and Nick Hardy and how a pro golfer gets out of the proverbial “rut.” Billy Walters’ book, “Gambler,” is referenced regarding the chapter devoted...

This inaugural Takin’ it to tview with Fox Sports’ Chris Myers. The show takes a deeper dive into Myers’ book, “That Deserves a Wow.” The early days in Miami “broadcasting” with a toothbrush, as a kid at home with his family, while calling into the local station as bohe Streets YouTube episode features an in-depth interth Chris and “Duke” (from North Miami) his alter-ego who affirmed the opinions...

The final chapter in Season Two concludes with longtime former Tampa NBC affiliate (WFLA) sports anchor, Dan Lucas, joining Andy for a conversation on Tampa sports as well as Florida State (amongst others). Dan shares his experiences on the local and national coverage levels as well as where we may find him in years to come… Andy then discusses the HUGE game this Sunday. Will this be another Super...

It seems like a moment ago when Baltimore traveled to Kansas City to “light the candle” for the 2024 NFL season. There have been ups, downs and unforgettable moments that we’ll never forget. Now as the season heads to the final frontier, Championship Sunday is upon us. A borderline American holiday at this point, this Sunday is different. Divisional Weekend was a reminder that the “house” is the k...

It’s been a journey and in two weeks it will be determined who is headed to New Orleans for the Super Bowl. The house has gotten destroyed to levels we’ve never seen in NFL handicapping. Will it continue? Saturday and Sunday collectively are “Divisional Weekend” which will lead into “Championship” Sunday (in a week). Did the Chiefs relax too early? Are the Rams a “live” dog?  Is it too soon for Ja...

The NFL playoffs begin, and college football is down to the Final Four. Wildcard Weekend is a springboard for those teams seeking one more chance at post-season redemption. The NFL “coaching carousel” has also begun, so there's lots to unpack. Second chances are gone, and dreams await those bold enough to wish upon football’s shooting star. We’re going to get to “know them” this weekend… Episode h...

Rickey Henderson’s passing as well as his legacy within Major League Baseball are discussed. Bowl season is hot and heavy as are the final weeks of the NFL campaign.  It’s been long, it’s been hard but Andy is red hot of late in NFL handicapping.  Reverse Line Movement is once again “in the house” and Monday Night Football looks to be the decider of whether the Streets will be above 50% for a very...

In this episode, Andy breaks down this week’s NFL action with a focus on playoff strategy, betting insights, and team analysis. From buying low on struggling teams to understanding reverse line movement, he shares his top picks and predictions for the weekend. Here’s what’s covered in this episode: This week’s match-ups: Bears vs. Detroit, Carolina vs. Arizona, Dallas vs. Tampa Bay College footbal...

In this special episode, Andy interviews his sportscasting hero, Roy Firestone. The legendary host of ESPN’s “Up Close” conducted over 5,000 interviews with sports and entertainment’s biggest names and personalities. The two ponder where “long form” media interviews have gone along with controversial interviews Firestone conducted with O.J. Simpson and Bobby Knight.  Firestone’s appearances on Dav...

Which NFL team must win for legacy? Which must win for rejection in the past? Which will be stalled because they lack a "Why" to win a championship? This issue is discussed on this week's episode. What’s inside: Notre Dame's season Boise State's potential impact NFL playoff picture and team motivations AFC teams and their 'Why' Detroit Lions' performance and challenges Weekly picks NEXT WEEK ESPN...

Columbia University won its first Ivy League championship in 63 years this past weekend. The 17-9 win vs. Cornell, coupled with Harvard's loss to Yale, was a major moment in the history of the program (in realizing Columbia's first share of an Ivy League title in 63 years). This week Jon Poppe, the young head coach of the Lions, joins Andy to chat about the achievement made by this team and his go...

Northwestern University and University of Colorado Hall of Famer Gary Barnett joins Andy to discuss his time as head coach of the Wildcats and Buffaloes. The two discuss the culture change at Northwestern in the 90’s making the dream of “Pasadena” into a reality. Barnett shares his thoughts on the 5th Down game and where Colorado is today as a program. Gary and wife Mary also have a foundation ded...

This episode explores the differences between a team’s ability to win vs. lose. Over the years, NFL teams have shown the propensity to snatch victory from defeat while others have done the opposite. Is it pedigree? Andy then puts his picks on the line vs. Colin Cowherd’s.  Here’s what you can expect from this episode: NFL observations: the Carolina Panthers Pedigree in the NFL with examples Specif...

3-time NCAA Champion, 1984 Gold Medalist at the Los Angeles Olympics, 3-time NCAA National Champion, 2-time “Worlds” Champion, and Pan American Games champion Mark Schultz, drops in for a visit with Andy.  Mark and brother Dave’s story was famously chronicled in the movie Foxcatcher which garnered five Academy Award nominations. The living legend comes to Takin’ it to the Streets… Don't miss: Mark...