Stugotz and Company

Stu has strong words for "quarterback whisperer" and Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell. Long-time NBA writer and commentator Frank Isola joins the guys to talk about Adebayo's 83 point performance. Stu and the fellas play a game of "Think about it Thursday". #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu has strong words for "quarterback whisperer" and Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell. Stu and the guys take you through a game of "Is It Just Me Or?". Izzy finishes his thoughts on the Bam Adebayo controversy this week.  #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mikey A is adamant about believing in Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell despite his zero playoff wins.  Stugotz goes down a rabbit hole of creating a backup quarterback Hall of Fame.  Who is going to have a bounce back year between Tua and Kyler Murray.  Taylor thinks any person who has a last name that ends in a vowel is Italian.  Plus, we keep 3/cut 5 with past and present wide receiver tandems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports radio legend Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo joins Stugotz today on the podcast and Dog is ready to talk about Miami of Ohio losing for the first time this season, Bam Adebayo's 83 points, the World Baseball Classic, and more. Could the Yankees replace Aaron Boone with Francisco Cervelli after an impressive four games as Italy's manager? Is tonight's USA/Canada game a revenge spot for the Olympic Gold Medal game? Mad Dog also marvels that Stugotz might be the only person who has ever gotten paid more, to work less. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys re-visit the Bam Adebayo controversy as Izzy is sticking to his guns. Stu and the fellas play a game of "Think about it Thursday". Plus, Taylor has a story about his father and team Italy in the WBC. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of With Stugotz & Hochman, Marc Hochman and Stugotz revisit when Stugotz claimed he was the Big Man on Campus (BMOC) because of his lacrosse prowess at Clark University, only for it to unravel when it’s revealed that his team was among the worst in the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Hochman joins the show and gives his thoughts on Tua heading to Atlanta and whether he believes the quarterback’s career is still salvageable. Hoch also weighs in on Bam Adebayo’s shocking 83-point performance and whether it deserves the hype it’s getting. Then Stugotz and Hoch get into the strange habit of keeping phone numbers for celebrities who have passed away, and why neither of them can bring themselves to delete those contacts. Finally, Taylor debuts a new segment called Think About It Thursday where he asks a question that reveals just how badly Hoch and Stu actually want Team USA to win the World Baseball Classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys talk about Bam Adebayo's 83 point performance as Izzy has strong takes on the media's reaction to the performance. Stu and the fellas weigh in on the Maxx Crosby mess with the Raiders and Ravens. Long-time NBA writer and commentator Frank Isola joins the guys to talk about Adebayo's 83 point performance.  #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Izzy is still red hot about the reaction to Bam Adebayo's big night for the Miami Heat, Stugotz, Mikey and Stugotz finally get to discuss the shady business going on with Maxx Crosby and the Ravens.  Plus, Mark DeRosa's believing that the U.S. World Baseball Classic team already punched their ticket to the next round before losing to Italy might be the most embarrassing mistake in baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Bam Adebayo’s shocking 83-point performance, Stugotz immediately goes looking for an asterisk, which sends Izzy into a rage. The crew debates whether an incredible performance can still come with conditions attached. Plus, Team USA suffers a stunning loss to Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic. Manager Mark DeRosa thought the team had already clinched a quarterfinal spot, but the upset suddenly puts the Americans in very real danger of being eliminated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sal Licata joins the show, and he admits he's rooting for the Dominican Republic because of Juan Soto in the World Baseball Classic. Taylor is rooting for the USA, but not the Red Sox players on the team. Then, we get to NFL free agency talk with Tua going to Atlanta and the New York Jets still looking for a quarterback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of the Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the fellas react to the news that the Jets are bringing back quarterback Geno Smith. Stu and the guys talk about Steve Kerr's recent comments that there should be fewer games in the NBA season as Izzy gives his strong take. Stu and the guys welcome former Jets' GM and current NFL analyst Mike Tannenbaum to talk about free agency this week. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Fallica joins the show and is confused about what the Atlanta Falcons are doing by signing Tua Tagovailoa to pair with Michael Penix.  Bear thinks the ceiling for Fernando Mendoza is lower than most people believe.  Plus, Bear is upset about missing out on one of the best gambling weekends of the year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adnan Virk joins the show fresh off a trip to Vancouver, where he says the people there are upset they are never in the same conversations as Toronto as a city. We get Adnan's opinion on the World Baseball Classic, where some players are full-time electricians and construction workers going up against Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge. Then, the episode ends with a game of Keep 3, Cut 5... Academy Award winners for Best Actor since 1990. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Comapny LIVE!: Stu and the guys talk about all of the news out of the NFL today and what qualifies as breaking news on a day like today. Stugotz and company talk about the Lakers as Izzy weighs in on the question: Are the Lakers better without LeBron James? The fellas talk about the Ravens and Raiders in the wake of the Maxx Crosby deal.   #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alec Pierce is back with the Colts. The Dolphins signed Malik Willis. Kenneth Walker is on his way to the Chiefs. We're scrambling to keep up before Stugotz delivers his "We Can" Observations after a loaded sports weekend that included the World Baseball Classic, college basketball, and the Arnold Palmer Invitational. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Golic joins as the legal tampering period for the start of NFL free agency gets started. The NFL news... it never stops. Maxx Crosby is a Raven. Minkah Fitzpatrick is a Jet. The Dolphins have cut Tua. There's a lot to get to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of the Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys discuss an idea what will fix some of baseball's issues. Stu and fellas play a game of "Is It Just Me or...?". Plus, Stu and the guys take a walk down Audio Avenue. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys welcome baseball writer and analyst Tim Kurkjian onto the show to cover the headlines around major league baseball. Dan Beyer and Monse Bolanos filling in as they discuss a curious past 24 hours in the NBA. Dan and Monse filling in as they react to a truly amazing incident in girls' high school basketball. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz, Mikey, Taylor, and Izzy play "Here's a Headline" which sees the Houston Texans giving Hunter a huge one-year deal.  Breaking News as Geno Smith is getting released by the Las Vegas Raiders.  Rumor has it that Kyler Murray may have found his next team and the New York Jets might not be out of the Fernando Mendoza sweepstakes.  And we play a game of Blind Rankings with "over the hill" running backs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball season is here, which means more Tim Kurkjian, which is always a great thing. Kurkjian joins the show and the conversation immediately begins with a debate over the best fielding pitchers in baseball. He also reveals a surprising pick for the second best baseball movie of all time. The crew dives into who poses the biggest threat to the Dodgers this season and what Kurkjian thought about the Mets offseason moves. Then, Tim shares his Mount Rushmore of double play tandems. Finally, he gives his thoughts on the upcoming World Baseball Classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of With Stugotz & Hochman, Marc Hochman and Stugotz revisit a caller who used to phone in pretending to be Jim Mandich, the late Dolphins player who hosted a show that aired at the same time on a rival station.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!:  Stu and fellas play a game of "Is It Just Me or...?". Stu and the fellas have a discussion about Celtics' star Jayson Tatum as he prepares to return from his Achilles injury for the playoffs. Stu and the guys take a walk down Audio Avenue. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam Amin joins the show before calling the World Baseball Classic, and Stugotz is shocked to learn that he DJs in Chicago, sometimes right after calling Bulls games. The crew talks with Amin about the upcoming World Baseball Classic and pitches him on the idea of an MLB team relocating to the Dominican Republic. This will be Amin's first World Baseball Classic, and he describes how he thinks it will differ from a more traditional broadcast. Then, the show ends with a blind ranking of all-time tennis players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Hochman joins Stugotz on today’s show, and Taylor says Hoch has one of the worst takes of all time about The Office. Taylor also doesn’t understand the hype around The Bear, which just announced its fifth season will be its final one. Should you ever have to get to a second season before a show gets good? Then, we play a game of Keep 3, Cut 5 with the category of South Florida coaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE: Stu and the guys discuss an idea what will fix some of baseball's issues. Stu has some thoughts on Aaron Judge's team speech. Plus, Stu and the fellas play a game of "Hand Up". #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

T-Bob Hebert joins the show, and he and Stugotz bond over their shared love of The Wiggles. The crew gets T-Bob’s opinion on Mikey A’s on-air mistake. Then, Stugotz delivers “We Can” Observations, which includes a Top 5 list of athletes if they were named after cheese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mikey A had a slip of the tongue on live radio that Stugotz, Taylor and Izzy had to play for the audience.  Why don't we wish each other a Happy (insert month here)? Taylor is having a hard time with his Ikea furniture.  Izzy shares his thoughts on what is going on with Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company!: Dan Beyer filling in for Stu and the guys as he talks about the controversy stirred up by Bruce Pearl this past weekend regarding the resume of the Miami of Ohio men's basketball team and whether or not they deserve to be in the NCAA Tournament as an at-large. Jake Storiale of JomBoy Media joins Stu and the fellas to talk WBC and the other major headlines around MLB. Sports commentator and prolific podcaster Bomani Jones joins Stugotz and Company to talk about the top headlines around the NBA this week.   #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of With Stugotz & Hochman, Marc Hochman and Stugotz revisit a 2005 Sun Sentinel article detailing the radio war between the established WQAM and the upstart newcomer, 790 The Ticket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake Storiale from Jomboy Media joins the show to preview the MLB season and break down the biggest storylines heading into Opening Day. Who’s the biggest threat to knock off the powerhouse Los Angeles Dodgers? Storiale also explains why he’s more skeptical than most about the New York Mets and where they could fall short. The guys debate whether CC Sabathia deserves to have his number retired by the New York Yankees, rank the best rotations in baseball, and discuss how much of the Chicago Cubs’ season hinges on whether Pete Crow-Armstrong can return to an MVP level in Chicago. Finally, Mikey A prepares a game in which the crew blind ranks Yankees players since 2000.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bomani Jones joins Stugotz, and the conversation starts in the only place Stugotz would begin: telling LeBron James that if he really wants to catch Michael Jordan in the GOAT conversation, he’s going to have to win in NASCAR. Then, we get Bomani's thoughts on Magic City getting its own tribute night in Atlanta. They break down the Celtics bringing Jayson Tatum back from injury, what that means for their title hopes, and whether the Knicks making a deep playoff run is actually realistic or just wishful thinking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Dan Beyer and Monse Bolanos filling in for Stu and the guys as they discuss the upcoming Magic City night at the Hawks game in Atlanta and how a current NBA player feels about it. Dan and Monse and the crew pay tribute to Stu and Company as they play a game of "Blind Rankings". Dan and Monse share their thoughts on ESPN's SportsCenter covering the WWE in their highlights. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz kicks things off with a sports update before Taylor recaps spending his birthday wandering through IKEA completely unprepared for what he was getting into. Sal Licata shares a painfully awkward story about playing golf with a former girlfriend’s dad at an expensive private country club. Then the crew debates whether the Knicks can realistically win a championship this year, as Sal argues that simply having a real shot is all you can ask from your franchise. Plus, the group tackles the ultimate question: would you trade lives with Victor Wembanyama?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sal Licata is back from vacation and he needs a break from his vacation.  Sal is finding it harder and harder to get excited about things like the Mets announcing Freddy Peralta is the opening day starter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of the Week of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stugotz and company discuss Luka Doncic and whether or not he will ever win an NBA title as Stu feels strongly that he will never win one. Stu and company discuss 49ers quarterback Mac Jones and why the New York Jets should pursue him this off-season before re-drafting the 2021 NFL draft on air. Plus, Izzy has an issue with the way the Hughes brothers from USA Hockey handled the controversy started by President Trump after the gold medal winning game.   #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of the Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!:Stu and the guys discuss Luka Doncic and whether or not he will ever win an NBA title as Stu feels strongly that he will never win one. Stu and fellas deliver the poll results. Stugotz and company have fun with a couple of on air slip-ups before playing a "Is It Just Me Or...". #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aaron Glenn fell asleep during the NFL combine and it has Stugotz very upset, while Mikey A and Chris Fallica don't trust this regime at all.  The Bear gives us some of his favorite bets for March Maddness and the upcoming Masters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew discusses the Atlanta Hawks planning a Magic City tribute night that features only lemon pepper wings. Then, Izzy and Stugotz talk about Chris Bosh’s scary health update, in which he vaguely said he’s lucky to even be alive. Finally, Mikey A secured World Cup tickets despite not being a soccer fan, and everybody is confused about why he won’t just sell them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys break down the 40-20 NBA theory. College hoops analyst Jay Bilas joins the show to talk about all of the major headlines around college basketball heading into March. Plus, Stu and the fellas react to incredible NBA stats offered up by Izzy. #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mikey A and Stugotz discuss the latest New York Jets trade with Tennessee Titans and Aaron Glenn's "super power".  The crew discusses a new type of combine: for sports radio hosts.  Plus, Brady Quinn joins the show to give his thoughts on the NFL Combine as well as play Blind Rankings: Notre Dame QB's.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It wouldn’t be spring training if we didn’t have a worrying Giancarlo Stanton injury update, with reports saying the slugger can’t even open a bag of chips. Stugotz has his top five athletes if they were named after teeth. Taylor is frustrated with Jazz Chisholm’s goals for the season since he didn’t even mention wanting to win a World Series. And finally, there is a shocking name on Team USA’s World Baseball Classic roster that Stugotz doesn't trust in a big spot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith O’Brien joins Stugotz to discuss his upcoming book Heartland: A Forgotten Place, an Impossible Dream, and the Miracle of Larry Bird, a deep dive into the roots, rise, and lasting legacy of Larry Bird. O’Brien shares untold stories about Bird’s upbringing in small-town Indiana and reveals how close we came to never knowing the story of Larry Bird, who could have faded into obscurity after leaving Bobby Knight’s Indiana program. Could a 1978–79 Indiana State team happen in today's college basketball, and why were the Sycamores never able to capitalize on having one of the best basketball players ever? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stu and the guys predict how a race would go involving Usain Bolt, Joey Chestnut and a hot dog. Stu and company discuss 49ers quarterback Mac Jones and why the New York Jets should pursue him this off-season before re-drafting the 2021 NFL draft on air. Stu and the guys play a little "If the season ended today". #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hoch hangs around to quiz Stugotz on State nicknames, of which Stu does terribly.  Plus, we play Stugotz's new obsession "Keep 3/Cut 5" only this time it is mall food.  Things get heated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys join in on the raging debate in sports right now: who would win a 100m race between Joey Chestnut and Usain Bolt if they couldn't start running until they finished a hot dog?  Hoch recounts one of his all-time low moments at a Chuck-E-Cheese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys do a remote broadcast planning meeting on the air before Taylor delivers his most recent top 5 list. Izzy has an issue with the way the Hughes brothers from USA Hockey handled the controversy started by President Trump after the gold medal winning game. Stu looks back on his own attempts at broadcasting live sporting events.  #StugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's officially the offseason for Stugotz, Mikey A, and Taylor so that means its time for some games.  "Here's a Headline" wonders about the futures for A.J. Brown and Maxx Crosby as well as some rule changes in the UFL.  "Keep 3/Cut 5" focuses on current head coaches who haven't won a Super Bowl and More Mikely's has the guys discussing Aaron Rodgers' future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of With Stugotz & Hochman, Marc Hochman and Stugotz react to a segment where Hoch tried to promote Rogaine, but it failed spectacularly because of him being bald. Plus, we listen to one of the most-requested segments, in which Marc Hochman confessed to owning a pair of poop shoes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The voice of USA Hockey, Kenny Albert, joins Stugotz fresh off calling the gold medal game in Milan to share what the moment was like as Team USA captured Olympic glory, where the call ranks in his career, and how he processed it all in real time. They also debate whether Mike Sullivan should consider retiring before returning to a last-place New York Rangers team, reflect on the emotional impact of the late Johnny Gaudreau on this squad, break down how the roster was constructed to win on the international stage, and much more from Albert's time in Italy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.