The Sports-Casters

Steve interviews Jeff Pearlman (00:04:39) the author of several New York Times best-selling books and the former senior writer at Sports Illustrated. Jeff and Steve talk about Jeff's latest book on the USFL, his favorite episodes of his podcast, and singing along to rap music. Jeff gives Steve some parenting advice, they talk a little bit of politics, and Jeff explains why he left SI to write book...

Steve interviews Jimmy Traina(00:06:39)from Sports Illustrated. Jimmy and Steve talk about another mistake by Stephen A. Smith on live television, Conrad Thompson podcasts, and the entertainment value (or lack) of The Howard Stern Show in 2019. Jimmy also talks about the future of Sports Illustrated, predicts the biggest sports media stories of 2019, and discusses ESPN firing Adnan Virk for leakin...

Steve interviews Ed Sherman(00:04:55)from NFL Media. Ed and Steve catch up on Chicago sports, reminisce about The Sherman Report, and look back at ahead to Ed's book projects. Also, Steve and Ed breakdown the Super Bowl broadcast. The guys review Tony Romo's first Super Bowl broadcast, breakdown Jim Nantz's performance, and talk about CBS making the best of an awful game. Also, Bob Lederer(00:52:0...

Steve interviews Mike Harrington (00:06:50)from The Buffalo News. Mike joins us to talk about the highs and lows of the first half of the Buffalo Sabres season. What went right during the ten game winning streak? What has gone wrong since? Is Jack Eichel living up to his contract? Should the Sabres be buyers or sellers? Will the Sabres make the playoffs? Also, for the first time ever we replay an...

Steve interviews Richard Deitsch (00:03:10)from The Athletic. Richard joins us to talk about the brilliance of Tony Romo, the biggest sports media stories of 2019, and the future of the Monday Night Football booth. Richard also opens up about leaving Sports Illustrated, why he chose The Athletic, and some about leaving the United States for Canada despite questionable meat. Also, Justin Bourne(00:...

Steve interviews Jon Wertheim (00:07:10)the executive editor of Sports Illustrated and corespondent for 60 Minutes. Jon talks about the future of Sports Illustrated, highlights what the magazine still does really well, and explains why he thinks SI is still important in 2019. Jon also talks about covering tennis, Venus and Serena Williams, and speculates on what the future may hold for Jon Jones....

Steve interviews Greg Renoff (00:07:21)the author of the book, "Van Halen Rising." Renoff discusses the origin of Van Halen, the prospects of a reunion with David Lee Roth or Sammy Hagar, and explains why he thinks a show with Roth and Hagar will never happen. Renoff also breaks down Steve's Van Halen Top 20 and talks about the future of the New York Jets. Also, David Grzybowski (01:05:42)author o...

Steve interviews Stewart Mandel (00:07:20)the Editor-in-chief of The Athletic College Football. Stewart explains why he thinks the playoff committee chose to include Oklahoma instead of Alabama. Stewart also talks about what it will take for Oklahoma to upset Alabama, breaks down Notre Dame's chances against Clemson, and gives us his Heisman pick. Stewart also tells us about his favorite bowl game...

Steve interviews Greg Bishop (00:07:19)a senior writer for Sports Illustrated. Greg has a cover story in the latest edition of SI on Drew Brees. Steve gushes about Brees and Greg is polite about it. Greg explains the origins of his piece on Brees and how it developed into a story about his legacy and why he should be considered as one of the best football players ever. Greg also talks about the im...

Steve interviews John Feinstein (00:07:15)author of The New York Times best-seller, Quarterback. John talks about his relationship with Alex Smith and explains why it was so difficult to watch him suffer a season ending injury last week. Also, John talks about the importance of the quarterback position, the business of football, and the developing role of veteran QB hired to mentor a player drafte...

Steve interviews Jane Leavy (00:11:07)author of The New York Times best-seller, The Big Fella. Jane talks about the eight years she spent working on the book, promoting it on the Mike Francesca Show, and facing some criticism for saying OJ Simpson did commercials for Avis. Also, Jane talks about Babe Ruth innovating what it meant to be a celebrity, the Babe's relationship with Lou Gehrig, and expl...

Adrian Dater from BSN Denver and co-host Steve Bennett chat about the National Hockey League. Adrian and Steve talk about the good and bad surprises in the first 20 or so games of the National Hockey League season. Adrian says yes or no to the playoffs for 10-15 teams, adds any three players he wants to the Avalanche (just for fun), and speculates on the future of Joel Quenneville. Steve explains...

Steve interviews Kenny Albert(00:05:20)from Fox Sports. Last week, Kenny called his 400th NFL game on Fox and he stops by to look back at the ride with Steve. Kenny tells us his favorite game, talks about all of his broadcast partners, and looks ahead at what else he wants to accomplish before the journey ends. Kenny also talks about the start of the New York Rangers season, the reemergence of the...

Steve interviews Jeff Pearlman(00:03:58)the author of several New York Times best-selling books. Steve and Jeff breakdown his new book, Football for a Buck, The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL. Steve and Jeff talk about Jeff writing his passion project, Jeff opens up about working on the book with his son, and the guys debate the many contradictions that made up the USFL. Jeff also talks...

Steve interviews Jeff Passan(00:05:12) from Yahoo. Steve and Jeff breakdown the 2018 World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Jeff explains what the Dodgers need to do to upset the Red Sox and explains where he thinks the Red Sox are vulnerable. Jeff also talks about both teams needing to adjust to playing on the road, the importance of Clayton Kershaw, and gives a pick...

Steve interviews Matthew Berry(00:09:28) from ESPN. Matthew stops by to talk about the future of fantasy sports, how he sees the games we play evolving, and dips his toes in the PPR vs. Standard debate. Matthew also talks about the pluses and minuses of his television show moving from cable to ESPN's streaming service. Steve and Matthew also talk about the evolution of the Fantasy Focus podcast fr...

Steve interviews Scott Burnside(00:05:51) from The Athletic. Scott stops by to talk about his recent feature on Jack Eichel. Scott talks about Jacks maturity, his recent purchase of a house, and the chance the Sabres have to make a move in the standings this year. Scott also explains why he thinks Eichel will be the Sabres captain. Before he jets, Scott talks about writing for the The Athletic and...

Steve interviews Joe Buck(00:07:50) from Fox Sports. Joe talks about preparing for Thursday Night Football, working with Troy Aikman, and explains the difference between calling one football game a week and two. Joe also explains why he has decided to stop doing his DirecTv show, talks about becoming a Dad again, and discusses his appearance on Pardon The Take to break down his run in with Artie L...

Steve interviews Aaron Schatz(00:08:14) from Football Outsiders. Aaron and Steve go deep breaking down the 2018 Football Outsiders Almanac. Aaron talks about the 1 million season simulations that Football Outsiders does using their DVOA formula. Aaron explains why the Patriots are the top dog again, talks about a loaded NFC with 7 of the top 9 teams, and gives some sobering news to the Bills Mafia...

Steve interviews Max Olson(00:04:44) from The Athletic. Max and Steve go deep on Last Chance U. Max gives us a first hand account of what its like to be on campus with the Last Chance U cameras. Max also tells us about meeting Jason Brown, talks about the future of Malik Henry, and explains why one of Independence's biggest recruits wasn't featured on the show. Steve and Max also talk about the la...

Steve interviews Stewart Mandel(00:14:12) from The Athletic. Stewart and Steve talk about the growth of The Athletic, the direction the site is taking in their college football coverage, and the focus of his work specifically. Stewart and Steve also look at last year's playoff teams, hunt for sleeper to win the National Championship, and talk about the value of the non-conference schedule in the p...

Steve interviews Adrain Dater(00:06:50) from BSN Denver. Adrian and Steve talk about the Capitals shaking off the choking dogs label, the rise of the Golden Knights, the Sabres wining the lottery, and Nathan MacKinnon's Hart Trophy chances. Also, comedian Jim Florentine(00:45:38)stops by to talk about his new book. Jim also talks about the Miami Dolphins, appearing on the MLB Network, and the futu...

Steve interviews Damon Hack(00:04:38) from The Golf Channel. Damon and Steve talk about the new book about Tiger Woods, Tiger as a golfer in 2018 and beyond, and the new culture created by today's stars. Also, Neil Best(00:44:33) from Newsday joins Steve to talk about Mike Francesca's decision to return to WFAN and the resulting fallout. Steve starts the show with an update about the podcast and l...

On April 13, 2013, the Yale Bulldogs completed an unlikely run through the NCAA Tournament to become champions. This is their story. In part 4, Jeff Malcolm and Gus Young look back at Yale's decisive 4-0 win against Quinnipiac. Also on the show, Keith Allain spends 40 minutes telling his version of the 2013 story. The show ends with one last thing and a tip of the cap to every single player. Jeff...

On April 13, 2013, the Yale Bulldogs completed an unlikely run through the NCAA Tournament to become champions. This is their story. In part 3, Andrew Miller and Mitch Witek look back at Yale's stunning overtime win against Mass-Lowell. Also on the show, Chip Malafronte discusses his unique experience as a beat writer with two teams at the Frozen Four. Andrew and Mitch discuss the following and mo...