Randy Baumann and the DVE Morning Show

Phil Bourque recaps a disappointing playoff performance for the Pens and outlines a plan for how the franchise can get back to their winning ways. Who stays, and who goes, who's untouchable, and who's seat might already be hot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Madden places the 2018-2019 Penguins season to rest and says it's time for the Penguins to seriously assess their current structure, which means moving on from older, slower (and more expensive) pieces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle finds his wife's distaste in Kris Letang offensive, The 'Ol 29er and Mark Madden commiserate over an embarrassing series sweep at the hands of the New York Islanders, and start naming names of who should stay and who should go. Sally Wiggin fills in for Val.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hockey Hall of Famer plans to return to the booth for Game 6, should the Pens stave off elimination for a few games, and there's no one better to look towards in bleak times than captain Sidney Crosby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer Mike Lange is planning to return to the booth for Game 6 should the Pens rattle off a few victories facing elimination. Billy Gardell helps us announce a killer Comedy Fest lineup to celebrate DVE's 50th Anniversary. Also, a quick preview of whats to come in this week's episode of Game of Thrones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Producer/Songwriter and all around badass T-Bone Burnett is worried about the technological, "anti-human" trend in the recording industry, which prompted him to record his new album "Invisible Light: The Acoustic Space," available now. T-Bone also elaborates on legendary undertakings in his career, such as his collaboration with the Cohen Brothers soundtracking O, Brother Where Art Thou? and Inside Llewyn Davis, and his time in the studio with Leon Russell and Elton John.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiger Woods is back atop the golf universe after an eleven year Major Championship drought. So what does it mean for the game of golf to have it's super star finally back in the limelight ... for winning a Major? Gerry Dulac explains how this year's Master's was reminiscent of that from 1986.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's officially crunch time for the Penguins as they head into Game 4 tomorrow night trailing the Islanders 3-0 in the series, but Josh Yohe of The Athletic is hard pressed to blame Mike Sullivan, who has struggled to get his team to by into a committed playing style all season. So, how can the Penguins turn it around against an inferior Islanders team who has managed to shut down the Pens biggest stars? It's one thing to lose in the playoffs, even in the first round, but to be swept??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Wacker of Golf Digest recaps an amazing weekend for Tiger Woods and explains the significance behind his latest Master's victory, and just how important it is for the sport to have it's super star back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Yohe of The Athletic details what has gone wrong for the Pens thus far in the series, as they find themselves facing elimination ahead of Game 4, Gerry Dulac and Brian Wacker recap an exciting Master's Sunday which marked Tiger Woods' comeback, and explain just how significant it is for the sport to have it's super star back in the spot light. Legendary producer and songwriter T-Bone Burnett recounts stories of working with Elton John and Leon RussellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Potash of AT&T Sports Net insists the Penguins need to get down the ice more efficiently and establish a presence in order to turn the tide in Game 2 and SWEEP THE LEG!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Johnson may not play again tonight, and although sitting the Iron Man of 2018-19 is confusing, it also speaks to the Penguins depth on defense. Regardless, Rob King thinks the Pens need to establish a different brand of hockey in Game 2 if they want to head back to the 'Burgh all tied up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Islanders managed to shut down the Pens top line in Game 1, a feat that only happened five times all season. Jesse Marshall of the Athletic has all the details as to how and why the Isles were able to succeed, and what the Penguins should do to counter in Game 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's our first Playoff Dump of the season and it's a nasty one, questioning defensive pairings and Dominic Simon, SId's offensive struggles and the pesky Islander fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick had nightmares of the 90s after watching Wednesday's Game 1 OT loss, Jesse Marshall of the Athletic breaks down an uncanny lack of production from Sid's line, Rob King comments on the Iron Man potentially missing Game 2, and Dan Potash plans to sweep the leg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GodFather of Pittsburgh Sports insists the Pens have to do more to facilitate offense for 87 when he's on the ice if they want to right the ship in Game 2 tomorrow night. Having a more stout defense certainly would help the cause as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just how significant was Jack Johnson's scratch last night? Despite leading the Penguins in hits and playing all 82 games, Mike Sullivan opted to sit Johnson, but Josh doesn't see Johnson's absence as the culprit for the loss (let alone the shaky defense). In general, the better team won last night and the Pens have to answer questions on all fronts in order to even the series on Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Cat from Barstool Sports actually feels sympathy for Big Ben, tells us when he thinks is the best time of the year to gamble, and doesn't take any precautions to stop Big Brother from listening in to conversations or shopping history on his phone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penguins Radio Network host Brian Metzer was perplexed by the Jack Johnson sitting last night, and thinks an additional lineup change may be necessary for Game 2 tomorrow night on Long Island, especially after Erik Gudbranson's scary injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Metzer of the Penguins Radio Network wants to see Teddy Blueger in Game 2 tomorrow night, Josh Getzoff is critical of the Penguins blue line and Stan Savran insists the Pens need to generate more offense when Sid is on the ice, but everyone can agree the decision to sit Jack Johnson after playing all 82 games was a head scratcher. Also, Big Cat defends Big Ben and Ray Zawodni stops bySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a long time since the dark days of Generation X, but for some Pens fans, those memories are still in the forefront. Paul Steigerwald reminds us just how far the franchise has come since the early days of Sid, Geno, and Flower, and revisits the history between two old playoff rivals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SuperGenius once met Deep Purple guitarist Ritchie Blackmore at the National Record Mart, and he also spoke with Sidney Crosby, Coach Mike Sullivan and Phil Kessel yesterday ahead of the Islanders series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ol' 29er says the Pens need Geno to wake up in this series, and no one is better at self motivation than number 71. Paul Steigerwald shares the history of the Russian Five and gives a historical account of the Pens-Isles playoff rivalry, and Mark Madden has seen Rainbow fifteen times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Bourque breaks down the Islanders 1-1-3 defensive trap and calls upon Geno to provide the energy to get the Pens off to the right start in Round 1 tonight on Long Island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penguins Defenseman and team DJ Brian Dumoulin prefers to play in the Nassau Coliseum over the Barclays Center, and has also heard his fair share of Sullivanisms being a local Bostonian in the off-season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hockey Hall of Famer and voice of the Penguins shares his insight in who deems the best voice in blues guitar, and how Sidney Crosby has managed to impress him all these years, as well as what he expects to see in the upcoming series against the IslandersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legendary E-Street Band guitarist and Soprano's star Steven Van Zandt spent eight good minutes with us this morning detailing his new album - Summer of Sorcery - and why Nicky Hopkins, Jeff Beck and Ron Wood should be inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame as much as possible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer Mike Lange shares his favorite blues guitarist and why he's still impressed with Sidney Crosby after all these years, Steven Van Zandt has a new album out, but can't guarantee if an E-Street Movie will follow, and Penguins Defenseman Brian Dumoulin is still the team DJ, but not exactly by choice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven Hours! Wrestle Mania lasted seven hours yesterday, and Sean Collier of Pittsburgh Magazine was there for all of it ... and more! Check out his review of the biggest day in wrestling which also included a musical performance from a local Pittsburgher and John Cena rapping.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penguins commentator Bob Errey previews the upcoming series with the New York Islanders including which defensive pairings he thinks will be most successful, and how the Penguins offense can help dethrone the incumbent Cup winning coach Barry Trotz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Penguin and AT&T Sports Net announcer Bob Errey didn't fill out a bracket this year, but details his concerns for the upcoming series against the Islanders. Sean Collier recounts his favorite moments from yesterday's Wrestle Mania, including an appearance from a local Pittsburgher making waves in the ring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Screenwriter and film producer Carl Kurlander once a shot with actress Ally Sheedy back in the day. Today, he's in town for "Burden of Genius," a new documentary that looks at the trials and tribulations of Dr. Thomas Starzl as he sought to perfect the Organ Transplantation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Producer and screenwriter Carl Kurlander once had a shot with Breakfast Club actress Ally Sheedy. Now, he has a new documentary on Dr. Thomas Starzl, "Burden of Genius" playing at the Carnegie Science Center next week. Sean Collier ranks his top five Stephen King movies and Dan Bubien and the Delta Struts perform in the Coffeehouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian and host of PuckOff Podcast Joe Bartnick has a serious dump this week ahead of tonight's matchup with the Red Wings. There's only two more games left and the Pens still need to clinch a playoff spot with just two points.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFT Commenter of the Pardon My Take Podcast and Barstool Sports was not at all duped by Tom Brady's April Fools Day tweet. Who is the MVP of the inaugural and final AAF season? Wouldn't you like to know. Spoiler: Trent Richardson wins this year's Trent Richardson Award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Lewis Black is coming to Pittsburgh next weekend, and he's about had it with Joe Biden's hair sniffing shenanigans, social media, celebrity parents and USC, the President's invalid golf scores, and much much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick takes a serious dump ahead of tonight's possible playoff clincher between the Penguins and Red Wings, PFT Commenter was not fooled by Tom Brady's April Fool's Day shenanigans and comedian Lewis Black is fed up with Joe Biden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SuperGenius thinks late night host John Oliver is out of touch with his comments regarding the WWE caring for it's athletes and rattles off a few bands who would make great bio picsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ol' 29er wants the Pens to emphatically punch their ticket to the playoffs tomorrow night and let the Red Wings know who's boss. Also, who will be the odd man out on D, and when can we expect Geno back in the lineup and producing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ol' 29er wants the Pens to punch their ticket to the playoffs tomorrow night against Detroit, and he doesn't care about home ice advantage either, Mark Madden considers which band should star in the next music bio pic, and Mr. Wednesday hangs out later than usual this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Penguins Colby Armstrong takes a shot at a Mike Sullivan impression, ranks his favorite rinks and whether or not the Pens should bench the starters should they clinch a playoff birth in Detroit tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colby Armstrong takes a crack at impersonating Mike Sullivan and rattles off a few of his favorite and least favorite places to play, Billy Gardell would sit in the Steelers draft room if given the opportunity, along with a plate of wings, and we revisit why April 2nd 1989 is an important date in Rock n Roll history here in PittsburghSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth Rorabaugh of The Athletic explores the most likely playoff possibilities for the Penguins who conclude their regular season this week with a home-and-home series against Detroit, and the closer against the Rangers on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Opening Day in Pittsburgh and Bob Nutting calls in to (promote) get fans ready for another year of Bucco baseball. Kevin Stevens discusses the advances made in Power Forward with Familylinks in the previous year, and Seth Rorabaugh recaps a bounce back victory for the Pens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mayor Sean Casey stops by to recap a disappointing Opening Day in Cincinnati and relive some memories of his own Opening Day festivities. Also that time he met Charlie Sheen and chatted up Rickey Henderson on first base right before a steal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian and host of PuckOff Podcast Joe Bartnick recaps a successful road trip for the Penguins ahead of a pivotal tilt with the Predators tonight, which can allow the Pens to make up some ground in the Metropolitan Divisional race as the season winds down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Craig Gass calls in ahead of KISS coming to PPG tomorrow night for their final show in Pittsburgh, until the next one and promises all kinds of crazy promotions and accusations of how we all rip off of KISS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick previews the Pens weekend as the regular season draws to an end, comedian Craig Gass calls in ahead of KISS's final performance in Pittsburgh until the next one, Sean Casey snaps back at fans and details his run-in with Ricky Henderson. Also, Bill Toms & Hard Rain perform in the DVE Coffeehouse. Oh, and Bill meets Ed Norton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Referee aficionado Gene Steratore is against the introduction of replay to review controversial pass interference calls on the field like the one in the NFC Championship game between the Saints and Rams. Any further progression the replay development will harm the product, he says.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of Pardon My Take Podcast, Big Cat is expecting a Little Cat in a few short months. He's open to accepting any and all fatherhood advice, short of how to dress as a Head Coach - he has Andy Reid for that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.