Randy Baumann and the DVE Morning Show

The Pens responded with a win last night thanks to the efforts of their captain striking early in the first period, something the Pens are quite good at according to Josh Getzoff. Mike Lange says he's still adjusting to calling the games remotely and can't quite make a judgement on the team's play since he's not in the arena, but thinks they can still find another gear. Plus Prisuta has all the postgame coverage from the team as they "hit the road" for Wednesday night's Game 3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Borque says the Pens will find their way in Game 2 tonight against the Habs in the Bubble up North, DVE Mario is disturbed by the quality of the ice in Toronto, and we count down Wilford Brimley's top 5 theatrical performances, excluding the classic oatmeal commercial of course.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie Olczyk is a grandpa! He joined Mike and Val this morning for a heartfelt conversation about becoming a grandfather in addition to the x's and o's of playoff hockey under the current format: best of five game series, hotel life in the bubble, and potentially running into a foe or two.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edzo wouldn't be surprised if tensions boil over between rival teams in the NHL bubble, Sean Collier lays out a few classics being played at local drive-ins, and Collin Chamberlin and Ray Zawadni return for an outdoor stand-up show this weekend in the North Side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Training Camp is officially underway and offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner spoke with local media via zoom yesterday for the first time this "season," and although Ben's return is a much needed spark in the offense, there's plenty more that has to fall in place. Also, a look back at one of the all-time greatest Sean Casey stories on the show with Paul Virzi, and Stan Savran looks forward to the NHL playoff bubble.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr. Wednesday is a string cheese kinda guy, and he's pretty crafty around the house, too. We were lucky enough to have him on for an extra hour or two this morning. Phil Bourque is happy to be back in the color commentary saddle even if it's remotely, and already has a few thoughts on how the Penguins should orchestrate their powerplay after striking out against the Flyers in yesterday's exhibition game. Mark Madden's advice: let Sid be Sid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pens have their one and only exhibition game against the Flyers today before the playoff play-in picks up later this week. Seth Rorabaugh has a decent idea of what to expect against the Habs, but the rest of the playoff field is wide open. Missi Matthews details the Steelers new-look Training Camp protocol, which is very reliant on testing, and Billy Gardell's PlayStation Pirates are struggling, too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pirates pitching and hitting woes were ever present in Games 1 & 2 in St. Louis over the weekend, only to be vanquished in the club's first victory (and manager Derek Shelton's first victory) of the abbreviated season yesterday. Young bullpen arms impressed, and the bats showed up, too, but could it all end so soon as the Miami Marlins are reporting at least 14 additional positive COVID-19 tests today. Meanwhile, the Pens are set for the playoffs to begin in Toronto, and the Steelers are inching closer and closer to the start of training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opening Day 2020 is finally here, better late than never. Rob King of AT&T Sports Net previews the Bucs opening tilt in St. Louis led by Joe Musgrove on the mound, Sean Collier reviews a most unnerving horror movie, Jimmy Adler performs in the Coffeehouse. And, finally: a band that won't sue Donald Trump for playing their song at his rallies - that legendary hair group from Iowa, Dinglecherry!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Greg Warren shares his uncle's idea of an Emmy award worthy baseball broadcast, Big Cat is thrilled to have sports back so he can start betting again and head to PF Changs win, lose, or draw of course. And Stan Savran has a plan for those who purchased a Blue Jays hat in anticipation of the Toronto team temporarily calling Pittsburgh home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Penguins are inching closer day by day to resuming the 2020 campaign and the plot is only thickening, primarily inside the crease between Matt Murray and Tristan Jarry, but Phil Bourque has his eyes on a talented forward who's two-way contributions rival that of Bryan Rust and Sidney Crosby. The Rolling Stones released a demo from the Goats Head Soup days featuring Jimmy Page called 'Scarlet,' which prompted the SuperGenius Mark Madden to discuss his favorite Page collaborations over the years and some that may have just missed the mark. Also, Mr. Wednesday is not a fan of the firehall comedy show free sauerkraut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Benson thinks it might be time for Tom Hanks to broaden his horizons past the quintessential war movie, Billy Gardell is the Bucs' skipper on MLB The Show and he has a bone to pick with some of the nation's favorite snacks. Plus we remember some of our favorite Robin Williams comedies and dramas on what would have been his 69th birthday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ol' 29er joined us for a special Monday segment of Hockey Talk to recap this past weekend's scrimmage and share his thoughts from the 7-0 blowout, as well as what to reasonably expect from both net minders as the postseason-resume gets closer. Joe Musgrove has been named the Pirates Opening Day starter this Friday in St. Louis and that's a job he does not take lightly. Plus a happy 73rd birthday to the legend Carlos Santana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Places like Mr. Smalls Theater have been hit especially hard during the pandemic; they were the first establishments to close and will be among the last to open. Liz Berlin needs your help to preserve independent venues through the showing your support for Congress to pass the Restart Act. Visit SaveOurStages.com and send your letter of support to Congress TODAY!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Reporter Les Carpenter was a contributor to the Washington Post bombshell piece that dropped yesterday where fifteen women within the Washington football franchise's organization accused front office officials of sexual harassment. Although shocking and disgusting, many believed owner Daniel Snyder would be implicated in the accusations based on swirling rumors from media all around the DMV yesterday; that was not the case. Liz Berlin recounts her the days of opening for the Dead and Page and Plant with Rusted Root and has an important message for Pittsburghers on how they can help preserve independent music venues during the pandemic. Sean Collier reviews a few new Netflix installations, and Susan Koepen imitates her parents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFT Commenter of Pardon My Take Podcast ranks some of the best moments in the Washington (Team nickname TBD)'s history under owner Dan Snyder's watch over the past 23 years - this preceding what is supposed to be a bombshell of a report from the Washington Post rumored to be so abhorrent, the owner will be forced to step down. Stan Savran assesses the Phil Jackson effect that maybe encroaching on Mike Sullivan's Jack Adams eligibility, and there's a new Clint Eastwood movie coming out pitting the western hero against the defiant patrons of Wal Mart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Bourque is ready and likes what he sees from the Penguins, but isn't sure about where he would rather spend his prime under the bubble: Toronto or Edmonton. Mark Madden doesn't see sports resuming until 2022, and likens the optimistic coverage of seasons resuming to that of any Pirate beat writer reporting from Spring Training. Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle remembers the days of fake I.D.'s and having that trustworthy cousin buy you booze. Plus, Bill Belichick's newest endorsement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy Gardell returns and gives a Pittsburgher's take on a popular Star Wars video game, Dan Potash feels like a schoolboy once again as the Penguins opened up training camp at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex yesterday, and Doug Benson returns with a new slew of movies to watch for your quarantine pleasure including Charlize Theron's newest excursion, "The Old Guard."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forty-One years ago the Chicago White Sox had one of the most successful but detrimental promotional nights in sports history thanks to a disgruntled rock DJ, Live Aid launched a whole new genre of live music with worldwide stages featuring the biggest acts in music all in the name of charity, Gerry Dulac says the Steelers can win with Mason Rudolph, but he might not be the solution long term, much like a certain former Steeler QB, and Adam Berry likes Polanco's progress so farSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Warren remembers his drunken Denny's days with his brother check out Greg's new special available through Amazon Prime called Where the Field Corn Grows, Bootsy Collins has a new song out called "Stars," which benefits musicians impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Seth Rorabuagh of TribLive Sports gives a sneak peak into the March Madness-like schedule the NHL has slated as training camps open on Monday, and Sean Collier suggests doing Tom Hanks a solid and checking out his newest action packed flick. Also, Val keeps the hits rolling on an impromptu Hair Metal Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Cat from Pardon My Take participated in the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest four years ago and didn't finish in last, but he did have fake blood dumped on him. Stan Savran remembers a training camp interview with Mike Webster and a recently retired Jack Lambert where the two Hall of Famers reminisced about Oklahoma drills. Also, why Derek Shelton seems to be a solid fit for the Bucs so far, and what he can do differently from the Hurdle regime. And with another smoldering summer day in Pittsburgh, Val breaks out a few of her favorite Yacht Rock tunes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Birthday, Jack Lambert - Dave Dameshek and Mike Prisuta honor the best linebacker in the game by his plays and words, Mark Madden is shocked by the lack of outcry over DeSean Jackson's antisemitic Instagram post, Mr. Wednesday's kids don't miss him now that they're back at daycare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 7th has proven to be an important day in Rock History as we honor Ringo Starr's 80th birthday, and the 14th anniversary of Syd Barrett's death. Also, we remember country/southern rock superstar Charlie Daniels who passed away yesterday at the age of 83 and celebrate his Western PA heritage. Also, Doug Benson can't get enough Hamilton and will skip out on The Lodge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Robbie Robertson's 77th birthday, we revisited a conversation he had with Randy Baumann last year about an upcoming album and documentary, scoring The Irishman, and working with Martin Scorsese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic analyzes the Pirates efforts to keep COVID-19 at bay during Spring Training 2.0 at PNC Park, despite receiving a few positive tests among players over the weekend. Are there more? Robbie Robertson of The Band turned 77 yesterday so we revisited a conversation he had with Randy last year about a few upcoming documentaries and memoirs, and Joey Chestnut broke his own record by eating 75 hot dogs in ten minutes on Saturday earning him his 13th title which places him among some of the best ever in sports, all of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFT Commenter of Barstool Sports says Dan Snyder has plenty of reasons to change the mascot (and potentially the location) of the fabled football team in Washington, Stan Savran is looking forward to the NFL returning more than anything, even though the Pens have the best chance at winning a championship, and Sean Collier reviews Hamilton at HomeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SuperGenius celebrates Liverpool's first title in thirty years, Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle scoffs at the neighborhood fireworks shows, and Randy remembers some of Carl Reiner's finest works.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Raymond Pontzer, MD - an infectious disease specialist with UPMC - emphasizes the importance of wearing a mask to help limit the spread of COVID-19 amidst the current spike in Allegheny County. Doug Benson watched Will Ferrell's newest passion project, "Eurovision," Billy Gardell's affinity for ketchup, and twenty five years ago today, the Grateful Dead welcomed the rain at Three Rivers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Raymond Pontzer, MD is an infectious disease specialist with UPMC. He joined Randy Baumann this morning to discuss the importance of wearing a mask to help limit the spread of COVID-19 amidst the current spike in Allegheny County.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Clarks played their first show in over three months this past weekend at Starlight Drive-in (Butler, Pa) to a crowd of about 400 cars. Adam Berry of MLB.com is excited to get back in the ballpark for MLB's shortened season and thinks the 60-game schedule will make for a wide, unpredictable playing field that could work in the Pirates favor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Koepen has taken full advantage of wine deliveries during the pandemic and sheds some light on the grind behind doing morning television, Sean Collier reviews Jon Stewart's newest directed film "Irresistible" which is out today, and Bill Toms and Hard Rain perform in the virtual coffeehouse. Special thanks to Susan Koepen and Tim Benz for filling in all week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Cat of Barstool Sports discussed the essence of a Yinzer with James Conner and some of the greatest college football movies of all time, Susan Koepen has an intimidating nickname, Stan Savran doesn't see the Hall of Fame game as an essential part of the NFL season, and thinks its wise to cancel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Tomlin addressed the media in a Zoom press conference for the first time since the draft and Missi Matthews has the details on Coach Tomlin's remarks about handling team protests this season as well as the new-look for training camp in just over a month. Mark Madden despises MLB for what it's put it's fans through over the past few months and Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle won't be visiting any sex clubs in NYC anytime soon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Casey thinks a shortened season means it's anyone's ballgame in MLB this summer, even the Pirates have a shot during a 60-game regular season. Doug Benson reviews a classic 80s film written by a Pittsburgh and remembers director Joel Schumacher. Syracuse alumni Susan Koepen and Tim Benz fill in for Val and MikeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Koepen joined Bill and Randy this morning (as she will ALL week) and reminisced about growing up in the 80's and how some trends are making a comeback, Seth Rorabaugh of TribLive Sports details the NHL's progress into Phase 2 and how impressed he is at the cooperation between the league and the NHLPA to get the season back up and running, and Gerry Dulac recaps the RBC Heritage Classic and how the PGA has navigated play through a pandemic. Also, Neil Young's new/old album and remembering the Pizza Hut Personal Pan PizzaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Coverdale discusses his illustrious career from Deep Purple to Whitesnake and the upcoming rerelease of some classic collections, Bill dives deep into the history behind Bobby Bonilla's historic contract with the Mets, and Sean Collier has details on a move festival presented by Row House Cinemas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Accidents happen and for PFT Commenter and his dog Leroy, it was just one of those mornings. He also dropped another big deuce on us by saying Bills fans think THEY are the ones who started the Renegade tradition. Nonsense. Stan Savran looks at the latest developments in MLB and why the owners are the ones to blame for not wanting to take any risk at all in another wise sure-profit business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SuperGenius Mark Madden isn't anticipating professional sports to resume anytime soon, Steve Blass remembers what it was like to play against Roger Maris and how the game evolved once his record was broken in 1998, Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle is becoming more zen in quarantine through yoga, at least until it's time to switch to Mario Cart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June is the month for candy (officially, unofficially) and Billy Gardell has a few specific types that always get the job done, Bill Crawford was reminded of his sports memorabilia gaffs thanks to Todd McFarlane's home run ball obsession as depicted in Long Gone Summer, and what are the odds you'll join a nudist colony in the future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Casey's Rookie season in MLB was during the legendary single season home run record chase between Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, and of course the Mayor couldn't contain himself when playing against one of the greats. Also, Bill overestimates his mulch order, plans a blowout birthday party, and Mike is back in the rink for the first time since lockdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Casey's rookie season in 1998 was one for the ages, as depicted in ESPN's latest 30 for 30 installment, "Long Gone Summer." Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, both in the National League Central with the Cardinals and Cubs respectively, chasing Roger Maris' single-season home run record. Sean Casey couldn't resist himself, even if it mean abandoning his position to chat with Big Mac.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Steve Byrne has resumed his touring in front of "half-houses" in Miami, Sean Collier reviews the King of Staten Island, The Kinks celebrate a 50th anniversary and Jack Swing performs in the virtual coffeehouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The summer of 1998 marked a peak in forearm strength as Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa battled back and forth with tape measure homer after tape measure homer, and as Big Cat of Barstool Sports remembers it - that was the last time MLB captured the country for a summer. Stan Savran wants the National Anthem to remain part of pre-game tradition in professional sports, just try and imagine a face off at PPG Paints Arena that was not preceded by Jeff Jimerson!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Fields co-wrote an op-ed at pittsburghsportsnow.com calling for more awareness from Pitt Athletics, Mark Madden remembers a personal music icon, and Mr. Wednesday Jeff Konkle is intrigued by a festival happening later this month in Las Vegas as only Las Vegas can provide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Fields, a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and member of the Track and Field team, co-wrote an op-ed (with Pitt football punter Ian Troost) concerning the lack of cultural competence within the university's athletic department, and how college athletics as a whole can better protect it's black student athletes moving forward. Some of her suggestions (locally and nationally) include providing black mental health counselors and refusing boosters who express hateful speech, like USC has implemented.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Benson weighs in on an age-old Morning Show debate regarding a timeless "baseball" movie, Mark Kaboly is looking forward to sitting in the stands at Heinz Field for ... Steelers Training Camp?! And James Bond has a paternal plot twist for the newest installment in the 007 series due out later this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Post Gazette is making national headlines after removing black reporters from covering local protests, Pittsburgh Pirates first basemen Josh Bell spoke with fellow black MLB players about police brutality, Collin Kaepernick, and what changes he'd like to see implemented. Also, the anniversary of a special Blind Faith performance as well as an interesting look into it's controversial lineup, and why some couples are feeling guilty about their quarantine dreams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Post Gazette has made national headlines for it's decision to restrict reporters from covering Black Lives Matter protests, and even going so far as to temporarily remove stories covering the protests from their website. Alexis Johnson was subject to such removal after management flagged a tweet she sent last week that went viral. She joined Randy Baumann this morning to discuss the actions taken against her by management, the struggle in maintaining factual objectivity and consistency in today's media climate, and the overwhelming support she's received from fellow writers and community members.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Casey doubles down and labels the Chris Archer trade as one of the worst in the history of MLB, Dave Dameshek wasn't surprised by Drew Brees' remarks about anthem protests, comedian Paul Virzi details his family's battle against COVID-19, plus Josh Yohe of The Athletic, Sean Collier's movie reviews, and Buffalo Rose in the virtual coffeehouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Loves Movies returns with a fresh slate of streaming options including an Office reunion that's outta this world on Netflix, PFT Commenter joined us just as the Drew Brees apology broke, Stan Savran and Ryan Recker of WTAE remember a Pitt legend, and it might be better for the Pittsburgh Pirates if the 2020 season just didn't happen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.