The Steakhouse

Steak Shapiro explains his controversial comments regarding the Georgia Tech and Georgia rivalry after a heated week on social media. He and Rusty Mansell also examine the growth of college softball and how the transfer portal is being used to buy championships. 01:00 - Atlanta Weather And Braves 03:38 - Tech vs Georgia Rivalry 08:30 - College Softball Popularity

Thursday's FULL SHOW - June 4, 2026

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden dive into the phenomenon of youth travel sports, exploring the financial burden, family bonds, and the necessary escape from technology they provide. They also examine the professionalization of the industry and how it affects families and young athletes in Atlanta. 01:50 - The Retirement Scale 03:27 - Technology Impact on Youth 05:15 - Travel Baseball Culture 09:49...

Stake and Sandy analyze Mauricio Dubón’s clutch hitting and the influence of Chipper Jones on the Braves clubhouse. They also debate whether Drake London will reach a Super Bowl and the financial benefits of Michael Penix Jr.’s rookie contract. Mike Conte later joins to discuss the lack of local buzz for the World Cup in Atlanta. 01:50 - NBA Finals Game 1 05:57 - Youth Sports Parenting 09:03 - Chi...

Mike Conte joins Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden to discuss the lack of immediate economic buzz surrounding the upcoming World Cup matches in Atlanta. They examine the challenges of international travel and ticket prices before pivoting to the USMNT's performance in recent friendlies and their outlook for the tournament. 01:20 - Mike Conte Joins The Booth 04:55 - World Cup Economic Impact 08:34 -...

Steak and Sandra discuss the clutch performances of Mauricio Dub3n and the mentorship role Chipper Jones plays within the Braves organization. They also debate if Drake London will ever reach a Super Bowl, focusing on the financial and competitive advantages of the Falcons' current quarterback situation. 01:13 - MLB Clutch Hitting 03:50 - Chipper Jones' Influence 06:13 - Drake London Super Bowl Od...

Steak Shapiro shares humorous stories about his mother’s unique culinary creations and the envy he felt for the neighborhood's best snack drawer. The conversation also covers David Pollak’s parenting philosophy regarding youth sports and the intense discipline he maintains toward fitness and nutrition. 01:00 - NBA Finals Expectations 05:27 - David Pollak's Parenting 08:36 - Steak’s Snack Drawer St...

Steak and Beau discuss the rising costs and intense culture surrounding youth travel sports, including the pressure on parents to fund competitive experiences. They also explore the themes of Toy Story 5 and how technology impacts childhood development compared to traditional summer camps. 01:11 - World Cup Merchandise 03:16 - Travel Ball Culture 05:28 - Toy Story 5 Themes 12:00 - Rec Ball Competi...

Steak and Sandra explore the impact of travel ball in Atlanta and shares a recent culinary highlight from Reynoldstown. He dives into the NBA’s evolving media landscape, highlighting ESPN's decision to lean into the Inside the NBA crew. The discussion concludes with a look at Jalen Brunson's playoff heroics and Victor Wembanyama's reaction to a tough loss. 01:00 - Travel Ball and Local Eats 03:35...

Steakl and explore the intensive lifestyle of travel youth sports, highlighting how families find value in the community and time away from screens despite the financial burden. The discussion also recaps the Braves' winning streak and Jalen Brunson's fourth-quarter heroics for the Knicks. 01:00 - Retirement and Work Talk 02:13 - Phone Addiction and Social Media 04:46 - Travel Sports Lifestyle Ben...

Wednesday's FULL SHOW - June 3, 2026

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden dive into the latest sports headlines, including Drake London’s lucrative contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons and a recent Braves victory. Steak addresses the social media backlash from his comments on Georgia and Georgia Tech fans while David Pollak offers insights into the evolving landscape of college football. They also discuss major NFL moves and the up...

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden evaluate Drake London's contract and where he sits among the all-time great Atlanta receivers. They also breakdown the Braves' latest victory and analyze the upcoming NBA Finals. 01:31 - Drake London's New Deal 07:22 - Greatest Falcons Receivers 14:09 - Matt Olson Powers Braves 26:20 - NBA Finals Storylines 32:27 - Three Strikes Segment

3 STRIKES!!! Steak and Sandra discuss why it is so easy to root for Victor Wembanyama over the New York Knicks in a hypothetical NBA Finals matchup. They also open the phone lines to debate whether Drake London will ever play in a Super Bowl while hearing from listeners about their favorite childhood athletes. 01:00 - Soccer And Braves Updates 02:25 - Rooting For Victor Wembanyama 07:09 - Three St...

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden contrast the dramatic nature of the Falcons and Michael Penix Jr. with the consistent excellence of the Atlanta Braves. They discuss Matt Olson's historic home run, Bryce Elder's rotation stability, and Walt Weiss' analytical approach to managing the bullpen. 01:23 - Comparing Falcons and Braves 05:12 - Walt Weiss' Bullpen Strategy 08:11 - MLB League-Wide Roundup

Steak and Sandra evaluate Drake London's value to the Falcons following his major contract extension and historical production despite inconsistent quarterback play. Steak Shapiro counts down his top five wide receivers in franchise history, highlighting stars from Terance Mathis to Julio Jones. 01:31 - Drake London's Massive Contract 04:52 - Falcons Quarterback Stability Questions 07:20 - Steak's...

Steak and Sandra discuss Nick Saban's recent testimony regarding the mess of NIL and pay-for-play in college athletics. They break down the massive NFL trade sending Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams and explore rumors of an Aaron Donald comeback. Additionally, they analyze the underwhelming economic impact of the World Cup group stage on host cities like Atlanta. 01:21 - Saban Slams College P...

Steak and Sandra explore David Pollack's insights on Kirby Smart’s innovative leadership at Georgia. They also debate the impact of the transfer portal on college athletics and discuss how car cleanliness reflects personal life while taking calls from listeners. 01:00 - French Open and Listeners 05:00 - Clean Car Personality Test 07:53 - David Pollack on Kirby 09:39 - NIL and Portal Mess

Steak and Sandra address the social media backlash regarding his comments on the rivalry between Georgia and Georgia Tech. They also break down the Braves' recent victory, Drake London's major contract extension, and the frustrating scheduling for Georgia baseball. 01:00 - Local Radio Habits 06:14 - Tech "Little Brother" Debate 11:44 - Braves Win Recap 12:41 - Drake London Contract 14:05 - Bulldog...

Tuesday's FULL SHOW - June 2, 2026

Steak and Sandra Golden react to the heartbreaking end of Georgia Tech’s baseball season and the ongoing dominance of the SEC. They analyze hypothetical NFL blockbuster trades involving Miles Garrett and AJ Brown before C.J. Nitkowski joins to discuss Chris Sale’s leadership and the Braves' historic 60-game start. 01:55 - Georgia Tech Baseball Collapse 05:45 - SEC vs ACC Baseball 10:20 - Braves an...

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden break down Georgia Tech's elimination from the NCAA regional and Victor Wembanyama's rising star power. They critique the NCAA's home-team rules and debate whether the New York Knicks have earned 'NBA royalty' status. 01:33 - Georgia Tech Loss 05:10 - Knicks Heater Discussion 09:17 - Mike Brown Audio 14:43 - NCAA Regional Rules 18:12 - Tech Regional History 26:28 -...

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden evaluate Pat McAfee's growing dominance at ESPN and whether he will surpass Stephen A. Smith as the network's top earner. They examine a massive betting choice facing a Knicks fan and look ahead to the Braves' upcoming home stand at Truist Park. The conversation also touches on local Atlanta news, including the end of the gas tax suspension and new airport parking o...

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden break down Georgia Tech's disappointing exit from the NCAA regionals, focusing on late-game pitching struggles and blown leads. They express frustration with NCAA tournament rules regarding home-team designations and pitcher usage limits. The segment features audio from James Ramsey on the hindsight of coaching decisions and the emotional toll on star players like D...

Steak and Sandra Golden preview the NBA Finals matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks. They examine Victor Wembanyama's transformative presence in the league and the Knicks' unprecedented defensive performance. The conversation also analyzes the definition of NBA royalty and reflects on a painful home loss for Georgia Tech. 01:00 - Georgia Tech Loss 02:03 - Wembanyama's Risi...