The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show

Expect talk of asinine drama and chaos on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show.  Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo decade the future of college football in the midst of the latest realignment cycle, most notably for West Virginia and Notre Dame.  They also discuss where Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving will be playing next season. Mike explains why the Nets shouldn’t...

This episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show touches on some controversial topics taking over the headlines. First, Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo discuss the Deshaun Watson situation.  Mike demands for the NFL to take a stance and they put their legal hats on to ponder what the eventual resolution will be and how the NFLPA will defend Watson.  From one highly publicize...

The unofficial start to summer means the NBA and NHL are narrowing down the postseason field and inching closer to crowning champions. It also means two champions Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo are here to discuss the remaining teams and matchups, and of course all the drama involved.  How did the Warriors get back to yet another Finals? What do the Mavs need to help get...

Spring is in the air on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show with George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti.  Mike opens the show by putting the final nail in the Lakers coffin with an obituary for one of the most disappointing teams in sports history. This then flows into a debate about the impact of this horrible season on Russell Westbrook’s legacy.  After finally closi...

The madness of March doesn’t just refer to college basketball this year. This episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show focuses on the recent NFL madness. Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo discuss Aaron Rodgers deciding to return to Green Bay, Russell Wilson surprisingly ending up in Denver, the Steelers signing Mitch Trubisky and other player movement and drama around the l...

This episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show focuses on a super trade and the Super Bowl. Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo discuss the Nets and 76ers trading their disgruntled stars and debate several topics stemming from the Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl LVI win over the Cincinnati Bengals.  How much pressure is now on James Harden and Philadelphia? Will the Kevin Durant,...

Since two of the most controversial and polarizing players in baseball history are in their final year on the ballot, George Gerbo was granted his wish of Mike Asti previewing this year's Baseball Hall of Fame results. On this segment of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, they discuss the final ballot fates of Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens while also debating what should happen with the rest of the b...

The holiday season may be over, but the NFL postseason is only just beginning. On this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo predict the NFL’s Wild Card Round and discuss which teams have the best chance at the upset and winning on the road.  Mike also offers a rant on why no one should ever compare Antonio Brown to Terrell Owens.  The...

‘Tis the season for the transitioning of holidays and sports chaos on the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo dive into the current college football landscape heading into the conference championship games and discuss which teams outside of the top 4 could still bust into the playoff. After talking about the action on the field, they then explain wh...

This jam packed edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show covers everything from a serious scandal sending shockwaves across a sport and culture, to the crowning of champions during the most active time on the sports calendar.  George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti opened the show touching on the aftermath from the investigation into the Chicago Blackhawks. Where does the NHL go...

This edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show is all about individuals causing asinine drama. Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo discuss if it’s even possible for the 76ers and Ben Simmons to come to a conclusion that works for both sides. Who’s more to blame for this situation? Will Simmons ever show up to Philadelphia without a trade? Is there even a trade out there that c...

Before another NFL season gets underway, Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo discuss some big talking points that will impact the action. First off, they debate how the league is handling the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and if the NFL will be able to avoid a season of chaos schedule wise again. Mike then forces George to ponder a potential doomsday effect in the NFL’s current pl...

Asinine. No other word fits better to describe the recent sports news. George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti discuss some (can’t possibly fit it all in) of that asinine on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show.  What does the not too distant future of college football look like with it a certainty that Oklahoma and Texas are joining the SEC? How much will that shake up...

On the heels of an Independence Day holiday, George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti deliver a championship caliber podcast with champions on the verge of being crowned.  Mike explains how the Suns have been just as lucky as they’ve been good while George belittles the Bucks chances. What would a title mean for Chris Paul’s legacy? Would the Suns still be in the Finals if Kawhi Le...

George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and the now married Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti discuss both the NHL and NBA postseasons on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show.  Is the Islanders success actually bad for the NHL? How much will another Stanley Cup Final appearance enhance Marc-Andre Fleury’s legacy? Which teams who failed to advance are now under the most pressure to get over the hump next seas...

It’s all playoff talk on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show.  With NBA and NHL postseasons underway, George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti break down the key series and discuss some surprises and upsets to this point. In the NHL, they compare the Penguins recent early exits to the Capitals first round disappointments of their own. Who’s to blame? Will there be big ch...

Warmer weather means one thing above all else - baseball season! George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti usher in this MLB season by discussing how much closer things will be to not NL compared to the COVID reduced 2020 season. They also touch on some old faces in new places before diving into the controversy surrounding the decision to move the All-Star Game from Atlanta. Mike po...

With the madness of March finally upon us, and this time because of college basketball, George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti discuss what a year off from the NCAA Tournament could mean to the interest in this year’s event. They also go through their brackets and offer their thoughts on which teams are poised for a deep run, which programs are vulnerable for an early exit and if...

With the madness of March about to be upon us all, George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti open this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show by waxing poetic on the fact there will even be an NCAA Tournament this year. They for her which teams are poised to embark on a run through March, which teams are vulnerable to suffer an early exit, if conference tournaments an unnecessary...

Super Bowl LV if finally here, but on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti discuss why the game itself is not bringing as much intrigue as past years. They give their picks and touch on Tom Brady’s legacy. Mike explains why Brady advancing to a Super Bowl without Bill Belichick does NOT tarnish Belichick’s standing as the greatest...

It’s been a decade of excellence on the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, and that meant George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti opening up the first show of 2011 with a retrospective of the last 10 years of their podcast.  Once the trip down memory lane was over, it was time to break down a major trade in the NBA. What message does James Harden finally getting his wish send to other NB...

George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti close out an extremely asinine year with one last 2020 edition of the most asinine podcast around - the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show.  With the NFL gearing up for its postseason, what are the pros and cons to the new format? Has Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin exposed one major issue with only awarding the number one seeds a bye in the first r...

Even though so much has changed in sports, one thing has stayed the same: the NFL and the NBA own the national news. This edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show focuses on the NFL’s handling of COVID-19 and player movement in the NBA. To start things off, George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti discuss the lack of consistency in the NFL’s decisions to postpone some games and no...

Need a break from the insanity of the election? Need a release from the stresses and anxiety of your life? Well, George “the Howitzer” Gerbo and Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti are here to offer another edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show.  On this HBS: Mike and George discuss how the college football playoff committee will handle a very bizarre season, especially now with Trevor Lawrence missing g...

Just when the NFL thought it was going to get through the season without any major COVID obstacles, a game has to be postponed. George "the Howitzer" Gerbo and Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti discuss the NFL's handling of COVID-19 and how the league should deal with positive tests.  Mike, who covers the Steelers professionally as part of his career, details how the Pittsburgh perspective during the week...