Randy Baumann and the DVE Morning Show

Joe Bartnick returns for another Soft Dump ahead of Game 5 tonight at Madison Square Garden. So far, Joe's been impressed with the Penguins performance up and down the ice, namely with the fourth line and the entire defense aside from Matheson and Letang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Bourque thinks the Penguins success is because they are simply buying into Mike Sullivan's brand of simple, effective playoff style hockey, but the series is long from over. Mark Madden details the Penguins history of chasing goalies in the playoffs. Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle outlines the different water bottles for kids these days, and Joe Bartnick returns for another Soft Dump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Steigerwald filled in for Josh Getzoff on the broadcast last night for The X, and what he saw from the Rangers was not representative of playoff hockey. Mike Lange reminds us all that the playoffs are unpredictable and despite the Penguins onslaught at home, this series is far from over. And Billy Gardell joins us LIVE from Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colby Armstrong breaks down what went right and wrong for the Pens in Game 3 Saturday night and what they have to do to keep the momentum rolling tonight in Game 4, Steve Byrne feels for the fan that got shut down in the stands after Danton Heinen's go-ahead goal, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Mother's Day! DVE hosted the inaugural Mombine on Wednesday night at the Greentree Sportsplex to find out who is this year's...First Overall Mom, and we couldn't have found better contestants than Lauren, Bekah and Jen! Listen as they compete against each other in a 40yd grocery dash, momstacle course, and laundry toss. Plus, Chad Sipes Stereo performs in a Virtual CoffeehouseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mayor shared an all-timer with the Morning Show crew today about how he once ate three brats before facing the Brewers at Miller Park and started roping doubles only to have to sprint back to the clubhouse to drop a double and almost missed his plate appearance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick returns for another Soft Dump following Tuesday night's marathon Game 1 at the Garden in which Jake the Snake acted more like a cockroach, Geno Machine-o notched the game winner, and John Marino and Kasperi Kapanen played the game of their lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They Mayor Sean Casey seems to have violent spats with pork in sporting arenas, PFT Commenter is rooting for one more Pens-Caps playoff series with the star-studded lineups, Stan Savran notices the Rangers playoff inexperience shining through in Game 1, and Joe Bartnick returns for another Soft Dump. Plus, Sean Collier reviews Dr. Strange and another Netflix instillation - Along for the Ride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geno Machine-o was the hero in Game 1 vs the Rangers last night, after a 3OT marathon at Madison Square Garden left everyone exhausted, and Phil Bourque without a voice. The SuperGenius remembers the last time the Pens were underdogs in '07 vs the Senators. Plus, Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle, the perfect drug for Pens fans and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Colbert on what sold him on Kenny Pickett, looking back on Super Bowl XL in Detroit, his strange path to an NFL Front Office and more. Plus, Paul Steigerwald previews Game 1 vs the Rangers, Top Gun's return, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

True Pittsburgher Kevin Colbert reflects on the eerie feeling of working in his old office for Super Bowl XL in Detroit, why it's always been Lombardi or bust with the Black n Gold, his comments to Pat Narduzzi when scouting Kenny Pickett, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Colbert has completed his final draft class as Steelers GM - Gerry Dulac looks back at his legacy. Colby Armstrong breaks down the Pens chances against the Rangers, two teams who limped towards the end of the regular season. And there's a new Steely on the loose?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GodFather of Pittsburgh Sports has spoken, and he's displeased with the First Round selection of Kenny Pickett. Not so much at the player, but at the position - he didn't want the Steelers to draft a QB at all, and thinks they should've gone CB or WR, or potentially anywhere else on the board, mentioning that the Ravens managed to steal TWO picks in the first round, each the best player at their position.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Steelers did the unthinkable (after we overthought it) and drafted Kenny Pickett in the First Round last night with the 20th overall pick, the first and only pick to be used on a quarterback - and Dave Dameshek loves it! The most NFL-ready qb in the draft in Black n Gold to replace Ben? From right in their back yard?! He's all in...for now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day 2 of our time in Vegas marks Day 1 of Kenny Pickett's career as a Steeler. Dave Dameshek is elated to say the least that the Steelers decided to keep the Pitt product right here at home. Stan Savran isn't so pleased the Steelers went with a QB at 20, making them the first and only team to draft a quarterback in the first round, and thinks they should've went with defense instead. Plus, we hear from some folks representing Steeler Nation here in Vegas and get their thoughts on who they want in the First RoundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're LIVE to tape from Vegas! Big Ben recounts his memories from Draft Day 2004 and being selected 11th overall after the Browns dodged him, Big Cat trashes Draft Day the movie, Gene Collier tells the tale of the Sports Writers Historical Draft, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former #Steelers QB #BenRoethlisberger was on the DVE Morning Show today to talk about the NFL Draft! And will he be pulling a #TomBrady?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Bourque has zero tolerance for fair weather fans now that the playoffs are on the horizon, Mark Madden doesn't have a problem with this being the end of a good run for the Penguins, We're off to Vegas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Byrne returns for a fresh batch of Penguins liners ahead of tonight's matchup against the Oilers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Byrne adds to his endless repertoire of Penguins Liners, the Hockey Hall of Famer Mike Lange adds one of his own, what inspired Flavor Flav's nicknames on Flavor of Love, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pittsburgh Celeb Con Kings have the lineup of the century, Colby Armstrong was embarrassed by getting scratched for a game on his birthday that his dad attended, and how far would you go to rescue your phone?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack and Mike from Greenfield's Finest podcast debut a new segment on DVE discussing a few things that grind their gears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mayor Sean Casey can't wait for MLB get away from the shift, Miguel Cabrera's closing in on 3,000 hits, a can't miss conversation with Steve Blass, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Casey sat down with Steve Blass in a can't-miss episode of the Mayor's Office podcast, Jack Welsh and Mike Zydel of Greenfield's Finest Podcast are annoyed by Maryland State Police and sex shop workers, Jim Semonik of Eide's Entertainment in the Strip shares some details on promotions for Record Store Day tomorrow, and Sean Collier reviews the film version of Bad Company by Bad Company - Nic Cage's new endeavor, "Massive Talent," and Bill Deasy performs in a virtual Coffeehouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFT Commenter of Pardon My Take is putting up massive weight on the bench, and throwing around big bucks against the Bucs again this year - even though he worries about bad karma from Pittsburgh coming back to haunt him in the NHL postseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick returns for this week's Soft Dump, begging for the youngn's of Wilkes-Barre to show up, and how to hopefully stop the early scoring epidemic that's been dooming the Pens as of late.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFT Commenter is doubling down on his bets against the Bucs even though he feels karma might come back to haunt him in the NHL playoffs, owner of Jerry's Records in Squirrel Hill Chris Grauzer on the commitment to vinyl, the Redlines perform in a special Thursday edition of the Coffeehouse, the GodFather Stan Savran on the Steelers and Packers tradition in the NFL. Plus, Soft Dumps with Joe BartnickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

...and a whole bunch of other stuff, tooSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pens will be dependent on Casey DeSmith down the Stretch and Phil Bourque thinks DeSmith has found his game and understands the magnitude of the moment for himself and his teammates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ol' 29er is confident that Casey DeSmith's game will rise to the occasion because he understands the significance of the moment. Greg Kostellich of The Cynics and Get Hip Records in the North Side side and has the scoop for Record Store Day this Saturday. And Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle pairs wine with food, an airline pilot announces the end of the mask mandate, and Bill is pumped for mac n cheese fest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy Gardell will be on Broadway later this summer as part of Chicago! Plus, why he prefers listening to records on vinyl the whole way through. De'Veon Smith was cut from the Pittsburgh Maulers (in Birmingham) for...not liking chicken salad??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No Randy or Bill today, Mike recaps another disappointing weekend for the Pens between Saturdays loss in Boston thanks to another slow start, and the impact of Tristan Jarry's injury, plus Colby Armstrong and all the similarities of a Canadian Easter, plus the time he spent off the ice thanks to a couple feet injuries from blocking shots, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick doesn't find it wise to marry your bandmate, Sean Collier draws a parallel between Mel Gibson and Cal Ripken, Jr. and Comedian Ron Placone is never too far from Pittsburgh even in California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick returns for another Soft Dump of disappointment after the Pens struggles continue against playoff teams, which spells trouble for the .... well, playoffs. Plus, why the Pens should hope for the Canes in the first round, and why Tuesday night's game vs. the Islanders may be a sign of things to come in the not so distant future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Crawford makes a mind blowing connection behind Brady's masterplan gone wrong thanks to the scheming Bill Belichick, Big Cat wants Aaron Rodgers to be arrested, Scott Blasey can't wait to get back to Stage AE for a Clarks show that's been two years in the making, and Stan Savran welcomes back the Backyard Brawl. Plus, Soft Dumps with Joe BartnickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Madden and The Ol' 29er are on opposite ends of the spectrum when it comes to their playoff expectations for the Pens. Bourquey doesn't care about the Pens recent struggles or who they might match up against in the first round, Mark Madden doesn't see the Pens getting out of the first round...again. Jeff Konkle petitions the Morning Show crew for what they deem as inappropriate behavior at a sporting event after witnessing a jagoff in his prime element at a Pens game last week. Plus, Steely calls in we remember the late great Gilbert Gottfried.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hockey hall of famer Mike Lange shares the annual message he and Steve Blass send to each other every Opening Day, plus his current blues playlist, and weighing in on the Malkin suspension news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val breaks down a list of the ten saddest songs as well as a few certified mood-boosters with Billy Gardell and crew.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Lange shares what he's currently been listening to, and the message he and Steve Blass would routinely send each other on Opening Day, Bill Gardell joins us LIVE from Los Angeles amidst some rough Santa Ana winds, Sam Elliot apologizes for all of the things he's called gay, and a very special message to Bob Nutting on 4-1-2 day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Sam Elliot continues his apology tour, after he couldn’t keep his homophobia in check before the Oscars and criticized the multi Oscar nominated movie The Power Of The Dog for being too gay. Sam joins us now to apologize for other things he’s called gay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colby Armstrong recaps a .500 weekend for the Pens, who rebounded nicely yesterday against Nashville after another frustrating loss against Washington on Saturday afternoon. Brooke Pryor on the tragic passing of Dwayne Haskins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dwayne Haskins died tragically over the weekend in South Florida, he was 24 years old. Teammates and coaches took to social media to honor and remember Haskins and express their grief in suffering such a tragic, sudden loss. Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com details Haskins impact in and out of the locker room as a member of the Black and Gold, his happiness and pride in being a part of the Pittsburgh community, volunteering for Read Across America Day, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Daugherty previews a weekend of classical music featuring some classic cartoons, Christie Brinkley weighs the pros and cons of modeling in today's industry (meet her at Steel City Con this weekend!) Sean Collier reviews Everything Everywhere All at Once, and Josh Yohe recaps another disappointing Pens loss at the hands of the Rangers - the last one of the regular seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The one and only Christie Brinkley joined the DVE Morning Show ahead of her appearance at Steel City Con this weekend and reminisced on the days spent filming 'Vacation' out west with Chevy Chase, Beverley D'Angelo and others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFT Commenter ranks all of his favorite canned foods and why he will be betting heavily against the Pirates this year. Plus, all the Master's hoopla swarming around Tiger Woods and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DVE Bob Nutting calls in to go over all the new menu items at PNC Park for the 2022 season!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chet Hanks calls in surprised and confused that no one is out and about on Opening Day, only to find out he's in the wrong citySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFT Commenter is a canned food connoisseur, Sean Casey was invited to Augusta for a round of golf and promptly told never to come back, Gerry Dulac thinks Tiger's biggest challenge this weekend will be walking all five miles of the course three times with a reconstructed ankle. Plus, Soft Dumps with Joe Bartnick and we hear from DVE Bob Nutting on Opening Day, and Chet Hanks calls in once again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Bartnick returns for another Soft Dump after a disappointing home and home showing against the bigger, badder, and overall better Colorado Avalanche. Moving forward, the Pens are right back in the thick of it in another important divisional matchup against the Rangers at the Garden tonight, and Joe wants to see more from Anthony Angello, and less of Jeff Carter with Geno.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's almost time for Opening Day, which means it's almost time for the Pirates Home Opener, which means it's almost time for ridiculous amenities and giveaways and other promotional hoopla to distract fans attentions from the abysmal baseball being played on the field. Bill Crawford breaks down all the schedule-circling worthy giveaways for the 2022 Bucco season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.