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Thursday, 08 August 2019 17:26

Sam and Brad Podcast 8.8.19

On the #ThreeQuestionThursday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast live from the JACK Thistledown Racino.

Sam and Brad spoke with national NFL Writer Terez Paylor from Yahoo! Sports and Cleveland.com Browns beat reporter Dan Labbe about the preseason, namely the Browns and the Redskins doing battle tonight.

Also they caught up with Julian Basak, Marketing Manager for JACK Thistledown Racino.

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Thursday, 08 August 2019 08:32

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/8/2019

:19 - This week has had its share of sad and tragic stories, so we began Thursday’s program on a light note. Ray brings up a few factoids on the show Laverne & Shirley.

7:13 - What’s going on with Victoria’s Secret? The brand is experiencing a bit of a fall from grace, whether it’s the marketplace competition, the Wexner-Epstein connection, or other factors, though their Pink section is still pulling in customers. The panel chatted about this.

13:39 - Master gardener Jeanne Poremski stopped by, as always on Thursdays, to answer Ray’s and listeners’ questions on various topics such as crab grass and rose bush maintenance.

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Wednesday, 07 August 2019 16:11

Jasen Sokol Podcast 8.7.19

On the Wednesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Rev. Greg Harrison called in to talk about the shootings that have been going on in the U.S. (20 seconds)

Local callers also weighed in to offer their thoughts on what's been going on with the shootings (10:39)

NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Justin Haley called in on the hotline to talk about his solid last few weeks on the track(15:25)

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Wednesday, 07 August 2019 10:09

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/7/2019

:19 - As the fallout continues after the shootings in El Paso and Dayton, Ray brought up some facts on mass shootings. What constitutes a mass shooting? Have these gone up or down in recent years? The arguments between guns and mental health?

10:11 - With school starting soon, Ray invited Judge Linda Teodosio to come on and talk about the dangers of sexting. Specifically, what it may mean to the teens sending and receiving these photos, and what the parents can do to prevent these.

16:12 - Our new friend and nationally-touring comedian Bret Ernst stopped by to chat about football, since that’s his big passion. The panel went over a list of the top 25 quarterbacks of all time and shared their thoughts.

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Tuesday, 06 August 2019 18:26

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 8.6.19

On the Tuesday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast:

The guys spoke with Mt. Union head football coach Vince Kehres

They also spoke with Channel 3's Jay Crawford to talk Browns

Also the guys spoke about what food to have at the annual WAKR Fantasy Football Draft.

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Tuesday, 06 August 2019 15:23

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 8.6.19

On the Tuesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Senator Sherrod Brown (20 seconds) and Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (9:21) offered some words on the recent mass shootings in Dayton and El Paso.

People of Akron: Kylie Rose Jacobs and Carrie Jacobs spoke about Kylie Rose's Run in studio (19:08)

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Tuesday, 06 August 2019 09:10

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/6/2019

:19 - Two days removed from the deadly massacre in Dayton, the facts about both that case and in El Paso are starting to flow out. In Dayton, the shooter was shot and killed within 30 seconds. How can a police force train for active shooters? Akron police chief Ken Ball explained this morning.

10:04 - How does a parent explain to his/her child about these shootings, in schools or elsewhere? Dr. Laura Markley from Akron Children’s Hospital shared some tips.

14:35 - The Indians lost 1-0 to the Texas Rangers last night, and they have a big series against their AL Central foe in the Minnesota Twins this weekend. Tribe VP Bob DiBiasio talked about last night’s game, and answered listener questions about Bradley Zimmer and athlete endorsements.

20:15 - Would you date someone with poor hygiene? A lot of single people will skip the second date due to that.

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Monday, 05 August 2019 17:17

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 8.5.19

On The Monday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast:

The guys spoke with Joe Scalzo of the Canton Repository to talk about the Pro Football Hall of Fame festivities and what can be done to improve the experience.

Gustav in Canton chimed in to offer his thoughts on the Pro Football Hall of Fame events

Former Tribe pitcher and current broadcaster for Fox Sports Ohio Jensen Lewis weighed in on the Tribe and what they've been doing as of late.

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Monday, 05 August 2019 16:09

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 8.5.19

On the Monday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Jasen talks with CBS's Paul Viollis about the shootings that took place in Dayton & El Paso. (0:19)

Congressman Tim Ryan joins Jasen to talk about what needs to be done to prevent mass shootings. (6:07)

Dr. Karl Kaltenthaler talks with Jasen about White Nationalism. (13:40)

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Monday, 05 August 2019 08:38

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/5/2019

:19 - A sad and deadly weekend struck the communities of El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, and with the Gilroy, California shooting last weekend, put the total at three mass shootings in a week. Ray and Jeanne began Monday’s show breaking down what exactly happened, along with statements from Governor Mike DeWine and President Donald Trump.

9:46 - SACS Consulting president and CEO Tim Dimoff joined the show to talk about various issues relating to these mass shootings. With security measures, Dimoff talked about gun-free zones and warning signs to look for with potential shooters.

17:00 - In a much more lighter segment, veterinarian Dr. Gary Riggs stopped by to answer questions on your pets, specifically on turtles and dealing with anxiety.

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Friday, 02 August 2019 18:35

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 8.2.19

On the Feel Good Friday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast:

Sam and Brad talked about the rough outing for Indians Pitcher Danny Salazar Thursday night.

STO's Matt Underwood spoke about Salazar and the new-look Tribe as they prepare for the Angels

The guys and Ben Thomas spoke about the Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony tomorrow evening.

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Friday, 02 August 2019 15:28

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 8.2.19

On the Bonzai Friday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Dan Flowers spoke about Canton to get Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank facility.(20 seconds)

Secretary of State Frank LaRose explains Ohio's election security (10:20)

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Friday, 02 August 2019 08:48

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/2/2019

:19 - We finally caught up with Akron mayor Dan Horrigan, who stopped by the studio. Not only did he talk about the area acquiring the Amazon fulfillment center, but he discussed the process and if there will be a spillover effect, causing more businesses to stay in or flock to Akron.

11:26 - The city of Dayton has passed a measure for their town’s employees to abstain from tobacco use due to rising healthcare costs. Is this a good thing, or will this be a slippery slope?

17:50 - After a week where Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood was released to rave reviews, we’re back to the high-impact action films in Hobbs & Shaw. Our movie guy Scott Wynn touched on those films this week.

20:38 - And finally, to end the week on a fun note, Ray mentioned the top ten one-hit wonders of the 1980s. Not surprisingly, Tony guessed every one of the artists correctly.

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Thursday, 01 August 2019 16:43

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 8.1.19

On the #ThreeQuestionThursday edition of the Sam and Brad Show:

ESPN's Buster Olney broke down the trade deadline and the Indians' chances for success this season.

Sam and Brad discussed the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game and what they would like to see with it moving forward.

They also caught up with Zac Jackson of The Athletic to talk about the Browns as they train up in Berea.

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Thursday, 01 August 2019 15:32

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 8.1.19

On the Thursday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Tara Samples recaps Democratic Debates (16.9 seconds)

The Bluecoats Drump Corps headlines the halftime show at the Hall of Fame Game tonight (11:19)

PGA Pro Joe Leenheer: golf gaffe...and the Tip of the Week (17:11)

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Thursday, 01 August 2019 08:43

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/1/2019

:19 - The second round of debates for the Democrats occurred this week, and there is a definite divide between the more moderate wing and the liberal side. Dr. David Beer, professor of political science at Malone University, broke down the debates with Ray, mainly on the ideological split, the attacks on Joe Biden, and the future of Tim Ryan.

7:40 - Speaking of Democrats, US Senator Sherrod Brown joined the show to talk infrastructure, the debates, and a little on the Indians’ trading of Trevor Bauer.

13:00 - Get ready to close your ears, it’s time for the most annoying songs of all time!

16:40 - And finally, master gardener Jeanne Poremski was on the run so she called in today. Topics with her discussed were more on the powdery mildew, growing cucumbers, finding mushrooms in the garden, and the health of our trees as we begin August.

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Wednesday, 31 July 2019 18:39

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.31.19

On the Wednesday edtion of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast

The guys spoke with Andre Knott of STO to get his thoughts on the Trevor Bauer trade

They also weighed in on the trade themselves and what it means moving forward

Brian Dulik of the AP and the Medina Gazette weighed in on the big news surrounding the Indians with the Bauer trade and also talked a little Browns as well.

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Wednesday, 31 July 2019 15:57

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.31.19

On the Wednesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Professor Tom Sutton recaps night one of the Democratic Debates (16.9 seconds)

WKYC Ben Axelrod talks Bauer trade and Salazar return to the Indians (10:02)

ABJ's Katie Byard dishes on the new restaurants in town (14:38)

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Wednesday, 31 July 2019 08:26

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/31/2019

:19 - After the Indians’ 2-0 loss to the Houston Astros, they took care of a couple of needs in a big three-team trade. The Tribe sent Trevor Bauer to the Reds, and picked up a haul from both Cincinnati and San Diego in acquiring the bats of Yasiel Puig and Franmil Reyes. Ray and Tony touched on the deal, which, out of the three teams, benefits the Indians the most.

6:19 - Tuesday was Barberton mayor Bill Judge’s state of the city address, and he recapped what he mentioned with Ray the next morning. Those topics included the loss of B&W and the gain of the Amazon fulfillment center in the immediate area.

12:48 - Norton superintendent Dana Addis talked about We Roar Together, a new five-year plan for their school system.

17:53 - Ray and Tony talked a little more on the trade, and more on Bauer’s contract and antics.

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Tuesday, 30 July 2019 08:35

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/30/2019

:19 - Kelly Elliott Dine is a teacher at North High School in Akron, and she moonlights as a baseball umpire. But not just any umpire, one that works Division I college baseball and will be heading to Williamsport to the Little League World Series. Kelly talked about how she got started as an umpire in Tallmadge and how she’s grown and expanded since.

5:49 - Browns training camp day five has been completed, and Baker Mayfield is making it known that it’s his team. Also, head coach Freddie Kitchens is punishing the entire team over a scuffle between two players. Are these good things?

11:51 - Capital One had a data breach that affected over 100 million people. This is yet another large company with a massive data breach, as our tech guru Jeanne Destro discusses.

17:34 - And finally, Bobby D from the Tribe came on to give an update on Corey Kluber, preview the trade deadline, and look ahead to the tougher homestand.

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Monday, 29 July 2019 08:52

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/29/2019

:19 - Ray is back from his vacation, though it wasn’t a vacation for Trevor Bauer and the Indians on Sunday. After imploding on the mound during the Indians’ 9-6 loss to Kansas City, a visibly upset Bauer launched a ball over the centerfield fence before leaving the mound. Ray and Tony discussed this topic in depth.

6:31 - A little more on the Bauer saga and how pitchers and athletes should conduct themselves.

13:20 - Our veterinarian Dr. Gary Riggs stopped by as always this Monday, and he touched on the wave of heartworm occurring in the Akron area due to the wet spring/early summer and influx of mosquitos. Dr. Riggs is also the veterinarian at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, and he shared some facts about sharks during Shark Week.

19:32 - Today is National Chicken Wing Day, and Ray mentioned a few facts on chicken wings, which were invented at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York in 1964.

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Friday, 26 July 2019 17:21

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.26.19

Brad Russell and Ben Thomas with the #FeelGoodFriday edition of the Podcast!

They spoke to Shane Parker and couple of his players Donovan Mills and Robert Graves from Cuyahoga Falls in a Gridiron Gathering Preview (22.5 seconds)

Ricky Powers of Buchtel along with players Dillion West and Marvin Jones also talked about their upcoming season and expectations (7:09)

Brad and Ben also got into a little discussion on the NFL CBA and a possibility of an 18 game regular season (17:54)

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Friday, 26 July 2019 15:52

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.26.19

On the Bonzai Friday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Judge Todd McKenney: license amnesty extended through the end of the year (22.9 seconds)

Lisa Boggs, Director Bridgestone Americas Motorsports: Mid-Ohio this weekend (9:23)

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Friday, 26 July 2019 08:06

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/26/2019

:19 - As Ray Horner wraps up his vacation in South Carolina, Tony Mazur fills in once again. Tony pondered why local television did not work in Akron with WAKR/TV-23. This apparently set off a bat signal, and former WAKR/WAKC newsman Mark Williamson (now with Akron Public Schools) called into the program to discuss why Akron TV seemed doomed from the beginning.

8:01 - William Sanderson is a character actor who’s appeared in everything from Deadwood to The Rocketeer, to 1982’s Blade Runner. He may be best known for his comedic cameos as Larry from the sitcom Newhart. He talked about his career playing various roles, and he promoted his new book Yes, I’m That Guy: The Rough-And-Tumble Life of a Character Actor.

19:03 - Our movie guy and WQMX morning man Scott Wynn stopped by to talk about what’s happening at the theaters. Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is out now, and the Mr. Rogers trailer with Tom Hanks has made waves.

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Thursday, 25 July 2019 17:32

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.25.19

Brad and Ben Thomas on a Three Question Thursday spoke with:

Joe Noga of Cleveland.com on the Indians

Dan Kaplan Sports Business Reporter for The Athletic on his Adrian Peterson article.

Nate Ulrich Akron Beacon Journal on Day #1 of the Browns Training Camp.

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Thursday, 25 July 2019 15:06

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.25.19

On the Thursday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Mayor Don Walters welcomes dogs, and their people, to downtown Cuyahoga Falls.(17.2 seconds)

Tom Sutton of Baldwin Wallace University breaks down Robert Mueller's Testimony (4:44)

Akron Symphony's Chris Wilkins and Tom Moore preview Sunday's free concert at Forest Lodge Park (14:00)

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Thursday, 25 July 2019 09:17

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/25/2019

:19 - With Ray Horner vacation, guest host Tony Mazur had a conversation with Senator Sherrod Brown. Topics for the senator included Wednesday’s testimony with Robert Mueller, President Trump’s rhetoric, the bipartisan PROTECT Act, and Amazon expanding in Ohio.

5:41 - It’s a day that ends in Y, which means folks are outraged over something. Although this morning, Tony is outraged because Hollywood is making a CGI adaptation of the musical Cats.

15:00 - And finally, our master gardener Jeanne Poremski stopped by to help listeners deal with powdery mildew.

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Wednesday, 24 July 2019 16:42

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.24.19

On the Wednesday edition of the Podcast:

Brad Russell and Ben Thomas spoke with ESPN's Tim Kurkjian to talk MLB and the Tribe.

They also spoke with Browns beat writer Steve Doerschuk to talk about the Browns opening up camp tomorrow.

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Wednesday, 24 July 2019 15:25

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.24.19

On the Wednesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Sage Lewis of The Homeless Charity talks about his present troubles with the City and our homeless population (17.9 seconds)

Greg McNeil of Cover2 Resources hosts an event Thursday Night in Green with a free concert from country artist Shane Runion (8:30)

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Wednesday, 24 July 2019 08:20

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/24/2019

:19 - An ongoing segment when Tony Mazur fills in for Ray is what folks are outraged by today. Yesterday, it was someone mad at Macy’s because they sold “body-shaming” plates. Today, a journalist is upset with Forever 21 for selling shorts that say “Fake News.” This segued into a segment on Berkeley, California coming up with gender-neutral words to be used around town.

9:10 - Could Al Franken be back in the clear? Are the Democrats and #MeToo movement forgiving of him? And why do people in positions of power think they can do whatever it is they please?

17:42 - Talk of $15 and even $20 an hour for minimum wage has been going on this week, and that led the panel to discuss what their first jobs were and what they were like.

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Tuesday, 23 July 2019 17:43

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.23.19

On the Tuesday edition of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast:

Brad Russell and Ben Thomas spoke with Jim Clark, author, broadcaster, and baseball afficionado about being inducted into the Summit County Baseball Hall of Fame. (25 seconds)

Brad and Ben examined the world of all time sports gaffes on the heels of the retirement of Mark Sanchez who's "Butt Fumble" was his claim to fame in his eight year career (15:23)

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Tuesday, 23 July 2019 16:16

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.23.19

On the Tuesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Dr David Cohen previews Robert Mueller's testimony (19 seconds)

People of Akron this week; Bull Riding in Ohio with Eileen and Shawn Thorsell (9;05)

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Tuesday, 23 July 2019 09:00

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/23/2019

:19 - The trailer for It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood was released on Monday, and guest host Tony Mazur began the program discussing Tom Hanks’s new role and his childhood love of Mr. Fred Rogers.

7:58 - A topic near and dear to Tony’s heart is the outrage peddling happening in the present day. From the Gadsden Flag being racist to air conditioning being sexist, there is no shortage of outrage. Today’s big topic: dinner plates that fat-shame.

16:37 - The Indians took care of the Blue Jays last night, 7-3, thanks to rookie Oscar Mercado doing it all. Bob DiBiasio from the Tribe talked about the young outfielder and how he’s injected new life into the three-time reigning AL Central champs.

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Monday, 22 July 2019 17:22

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.22.19

On the Monday edition of the Sam and Brad Show:

Brad and Ben Thomas weighed in on the issue of youngsters getting hit with foul balls at baseball parks. 18.6 seconds

Indians beat writer Zack Meisel also weighed in on the Tribe as well as the issue with safety and nets at baseball parks. 9:11

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Monday, 22 July 2019 15:11

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.22.19

On the Monday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Mayor of Akron, Dan Horrigan, joins Jasen to talk about the announcement that Amazon is moving into Akron at the old Rolling Acres Mall. (0:19)

Jasen talks to Jeff Schudel for his weekly sports update. (7:12)

Bob Troyer joins Jasen to talk about the Soap Box Derby that took place over the weekend. (15:47)

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Monday, 22 July 2019 11:11

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/22/2019

:19 - The rumors have been circulating for a year or so, and as of 6 AM Monday morning, it became official: Amazon will open a fulfillment center at the site of the old Rolling Acres Mall. Guest-host Tony Mazur talked about this story as it broke, reading the press release about how this will create 2,500 jobs and wages beginning at $15 an hour.

6:09 - In less serious news, the panel discussed a story about a 35-year-old women in the UK who plans to marry…..a chandelier.

11:35 - Our veterinarian Dr. Gary Riggs stopped by to touch on questions regarding pet dander, drooling, and other forms of furry affection.

20:20 - And finally, Bob Troyer called into the program to recap the weekend that was at the 82nd FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby.

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Friday, 19 July 2019 16:07

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.19.19

Sam and Brad's edition of the Feel Good Friday Podcast

Sam and Brad talked about Trevor Bauer's outing and if he's pitched his last game in a Tribe uniform

Austin Ward of Lettermen Row discussed Big 10 Media Days and Ohio State's program going forward under Ryan Day.

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Friday, 19 July 2019 15:25

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.19.19

On the Friday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast hosted by Ryan Lang.

Akron City Councilwoman Tara Samples on Joel Wells shooting (19.7 seconds)

Stark State Akron Executive Director Don Mullen (18:37)

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Friday, 19 July 2019 09:25

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/19/2019

:19 - The Indians swept the Tigers and they are set to take on the Kansas City Royals. It’s pretty obvious the Indians have had a favorable schedule of late, but are there too many division games per season? What can be done? 3:42 - This weekend is the All-American Soap Box Derby, and FirstEnergy has agreed to renew its sponsorship of the event. CEO Chuck Jones called in to talk about the partnership.

10:10 - President Trump has confirmed the United States shot down an Iranian drone. What will this lead to, if anything? The panel discussed the current matters, as well as going back a few years to the Iran Deal.

15:22 - The weather will be scorching hot this weekend, so why not cool off in a movie theater and watch a(nother) Disney reboot? Our movie guy Scott Wynn chats about The Lion King on its 25th anniversary, as well as the Top Gun: Maverick trailer.

17:51 - As mentioned above, it’s Soap Box Derby weekend, and Ray sat down off the air with Ron Reed, author of the new book A Look Back, which chronicles the days of the derby from 1946 to 1959.

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Thursday, 18 July 2019 17:26

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.18.19

Sam and Brad caught up with national college football writer Phil Steele (24 seconds)

They also caught up with NFL Network reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala to talk Browns and AFC North as they open up training camp next week. (13:49)

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Thursday, 18 July 2019 08:31

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/18/2019

:19 - Temperatures are heading up into the high 90’s this weekend, so be careful out there. Akron mayor Dan Horrigan called into the program to inform the listeners where to go to beat the heat in the city with cooling centers. The mayor also touched on the economic impact of the Bridgestone Senior Players and the All-America Soap Box Derby.

4:58 - Indians once again took care of the Tigers last night, 7-2. Ray is excited about the team, while Tony thinks the excitement should be tempered because the Motor City Kitties aren’t very good.

12:30 - Baker Mayfield is on the cover of ESPN The Magazine, and all eyes in the national (sports) media are on the Cleveland Browns. The panel talked about the newfound relevance the Browns are receiving and if that can turn into a negative.

18:11 - Grease was the summer smash of 1978, so it’s been 41 years since its release. Ray brought up a few fun facts on both the film and the Broadway production.

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Wednesday, 17 July 2019 17:34

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.14.19

On the Wednesday edtion of the Sam and Brad Show Podcast:

Jim Rosenhaus of the Indians Radio Network spoke about the Tribe (21.6 seconds)

Callers spoke with Sam and Brad about the Tribe (13:10)

Former Toledo and Missouri football coach and Akron native Gary Pinkel talked about being inducted into the Summit County Sports Hall of Fame (19:22)

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Wednesday, 17 July 2019 15:04

Jasen Sokol Show Podcast 7.17.19

On the Wednesday edition of the Jasen Sokol Show Podcast:

Congressman Tin Ryan responds to racist tweets, visit to detention center, UAW/GM negotiations (21.5 seconds)

Mark Gerberich on the 2019 All American Soap Box Derby (10:11)

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Wednesday, 17 July 2019 08:36

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/17/2019

:19 - The war of words continues between President Trump and the freshman congresswomen, in that they many voted to condemn his weekend comments from Twitter. Dr. David Beer, professor of political science at Malone University, spoke about Trump’s tweets and if they will have any impact in the polls.

5:58 - Yesterday, Ray had on Jeff Iula, a name synonymous with the All-American Soap Box Derby. Today, Ray chatted with another big name involved in Bob Troyer.

9:51 - Ten years ago today, the world lost Walter Cronkite, the famed anchor of the CBS Evening News for 19 years. The morning show panel talked about how news and sports anchors aren’t necessarily up front and center in today’s media the way Cronkite and Peter Jennings were.

14:37 - The Indians are surging in the AL Central, while the Tigers continue to falter, being held to one hit in the Tribe’s 7-0 victory Tuesday night. Ray and Tony talked about how teams like the Tigers should have rebuilt years ago and how they’re basically an automatic win for others.

20:21 - Ray had a conversation with Lowry Locker, the executive director of Ms. Wheelchair USA, which is based here in Akron.

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Tuesday, 16 July 2019 09:57

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/16/2019

:19 - The Iula name is synonymous with the Soap Box Derby. Jeff Iula is an at-large councilman in Cuyahoga Falls, and he’s also a historian of the derby, and he shared some classic stories from his youth.

7:36 - President Trump found a way to unite the Democrat Party over the weekend with his tweets about how the freshman congresswomen should “leave” if they dislike America. Many have come out of the woodwork in saying the president’s tweets are racist and xenophobic, including a few folks in the studio.

13:33 - Last weekend was the Bridgestone Senior Players golf tournament, this weekend is the All-American Soap Box Derby, and in the coming weeks, we’ll have the Pro Football Hall of Fame game and inductions and a plethora of neighborhood festivals. Gregg Mervis, the head of the Summit County Convention and Visitor Bureau, talked about the economic impact these will have for the area.

18:03 - Hard to believe the MLB All-Star Game in Cleveland was a week ago. Bob DiBiasio from the Indians joined Ray to recap the all-star game, chat about catcher Roberto Perez, and getting Akron RubberDuck fans excited about prospect Nolan Jones.

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Monday, 15 July 2019 18:37

Sam and Brad Show Podcast 7.15.19

Sam and Brad's live Monday Show at the JACK Thistledown Racino included:

Al Pawlowski from STO talking about the Tribe

Dwight from Canton offered his thoughts about the attendance at the Bridgestone Senior PLAYERS Tournament

Rich Ruda from JACK Thistledown Racino stopped by the show to talk a little horse racing.

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Monday, 15 July 2019 09:07

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/15/2019

:19 - Retief Goosen took home the trophy at the Bridgestone Senior Players championship at Firestone Country Club. Both Ray and Tony checked out the tournament, which, admittedly, didn’t draw the massive crowds the old WGC events did.

4:15 - It’s officially the middle of July, and we’re seeing high 80’s and 90’s at a consistent rate. Dr. Tim Brown from Cleveland Clinic-Akron General stopped by the studio to discuss the facts and fiction about sunscreen.

13:39 - Akron Life Magazine put out their Best of 2019 list, most notably the best pizza and best breweries, two areas Ray and Tony know, respectively.

16:04 - Our veterinarian Dr. Gary Riggs joined the show to answer questions about vitamins for pets and when to switch from puppy/kitten food to adult.

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Friday, 12 July 2019 08:43

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/12/2019

:19 - Ray started Friday off with some fun TV show facts. Did you know Jon Cryer could have been Chandler on Friends? Lisa Kudrow was almost Roz on Frasier? And Gilligan’s first name is Willy?

9:51 - Former Akron Public Schools superintendent Dr. Sylvester Small returned to the area briefly, as an education building was dedicated in his honor.

16:05 - As the morning show was live, the golfers were teeing off for day two of the Bridgestone Senior Players. Our golf pro Dan Dauk recapped what he saw after the first day of this non-WGC tournament over at Firestone Country Club.

21:05 - Burger King has….tacos? They’re only a dollar, yet some foodies are complaining about them. Maybe because Burger King is not really known for its tacos?

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Thursday, 11 July 2019 08:36

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/11/2019

:19 - The late Jim Bouton was a former Yankee pitcher who had fallen on hard times with injuries, so he turned to becoming an author. His 1970 book, Ball Four, caused a stir because he told many tales out of school about his fellow players, and he was essentially blackballed by the league. Ray and Tony talked about the legacy of Ball Four, which related in a lot of ways 35 years later with Jose Canseco’s Juiced.

10:09 - The Bridgestone Senior Players tournament is going on at Firestone Country Club, and many spectators will look at the greens with jealousy, wishing their lawns looked that good. Our master gardener Jeanne Poremski talked about manicuring lawns in this warm summer, and she answered listener questions, as well.

17:27 - What films would be on your Mount Rushmore? A classic film? A gripping drama? A knee-slapping comedy? The panel shared their favorite flicks.

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Wednesday, 10 July 2019 07:36

Ray Horner Podcast - 7/10/2019

:19 - 1992 (and 1996) presidential candidate Ross Perot passed away Tuesday at the age of 89. Ray, Jeanne, and Tony talked about the legacy of Perot, mainly how his run in ’92 changed the course of politics.

8:29 - A Michigan-based company Beaumont Health has acquired Summa Health System, though Summa will keep its name. Dr. Cliff Deveny, president and CEO at Summa, talked to Ray about what will change and what will remain the same during and after this transition.

16:32 - Northeast Ohio has been abuzz of late, from the MLB All-Star Game to the Bridgestone Senior Players this week, which leads into next week’s All-American Soap Box Derby. President of the derby, Mark Gerberich, stopped by the studio to preview the events ahead of next week.

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