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Anchor Down and Listen Up with Max Herz on The Anchor Down Podcast from 102.5 The Game! The Anchor Down Pod features Vanderbilt sports coverage, interviews, and opinion, plus year-round Vanderbilt Baseball coverage. Subscribe for new episodes Mondays & Thursdays, and follow @MaxHerzTalks & @1025TheG…

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    Taylor Hicks (06-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 9:49


    Taylor Hicks joined the show discussing his career and his new music. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: NHL Draft, Taylor Hicks, Celebrity Birthdays (06-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 42:17


    In the final hour of the show, the guys discussed the Nashville Predators draft options. Who will the Preds pick? Later in the hour, Taylor Hicks joined the show discussing his career and his new music. To end the show, Greg Pogue joined the show to play Celebrity Birthdays. 

    John McClain (06-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 20:45


     John McClain joined the show to talk all things NFL and some offseason conversations. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: Jeff Fisher, CFB Countdown, John McClain (06-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 45:31


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, AF1 Commissioner Jeff fisher joined the show and shared his thoughts on the AF1 Championship with the Kats and Firebirds! Later in the hour, Big Joe shared his countdown for the college football season. To end the hour, John McClain joined the show to talk all things NFL and some offseason conversations. Listen to hear more.

    Greg Wyshynski (06-26-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 16:28


    The guys chatted with ESPN NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski one last time before the NHL Draft and the start of the offseason. Greg shared his thoughts on the NHL Draft and what the Preds might do with their top 1st-round draft picks. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: Greg Wyshynski, Top Nashville Sports Moments, Celebrity Birthdays (06-26-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 41:11


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with ESPN NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski one last time before the NHL Draft and the offseason. Greg shared his thoughts on the NHL Draft and what the Preds might do with their top 1st-round draft picks. Later in the hour, the guys answered some calls and texts about the top nashville sports moments throughout the years. To end the show, as always, Chase and Big Joe played Celebrity Birthdays. 

    Hour 1: Spontaneous Road Trips & Odd College Championships (06-26-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 43:04


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys shared their question of the day. Have you been on a spontaneous road trip? If so, when and where? Let us know. Later in the hour, Chase & Big Joe listed off some of the odd sports you can win a national championship in college. Listen to hear more.

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    Jamie Lissow 906-25-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 12:08


    Comedian Jamie Lissow joined the Chase & Big Joe show, discussing his upcoming shows on his Better Off Dad Tour, and shared a few laughs. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: Bad NFL Franchises, Jamie Lissow, Celebrity Birthdays (06-25-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 38:21


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys discussed some of the worst franchises in the NFL. Later in the hour, Comedian Jamie Lissow joined the Chase & Big Joe show, discussing his upcoming shows and shared a few laughs. To end the show, as always, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays. 

    Hour 1: Barry Trotz Comment, CBS Top 25, Chase's Birthday QOD (06-25-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 43:45


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys discussed Barry Trotz's comments from yesterday and what direction he plans to go with the team. Later in the hour, Chase & Big Joe chatted about CBS's Top 25. To end the hour, callers and texters sent in their best gift they would get for Chase for his birthday. Listen to hear more.

    Hal Gill (06-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 11:30


    Hal Gill joins the Chase and Big Joe Show. Gill shares stories of his draft experience. He also gives his perspective on the Preds and what needs to be done in Nashville to reach success.

    Derek Mason (06-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 11:16


    Chase and Big Joe are joined by Derek Mason. The guys discuss today's college football and MTSU Football for this upcoming season.

    Hour 2: Derek Mason, Hal Gill, Celebrity Birthdays (06-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 41:58


    In the second hour, Derek Mason joins the show, where Big Joe and Chase talk about college football and MTSU. Hal Gill also joins the show to discuss the Preds and draft night. The hour ends with celebrity birthdays.

    Hour 1: QTD: Favorite opening line of a song, Which College Football Program to Buy? (06-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 41:45


    In the first hour, the QTD is a question for all; there is no right answer. What college football program would you buy as well if you had the money?

    Brett Kern (06-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 17:08


    Former Titans Punter, Brett Kern, joined the show to discuss joint practices, training camp, and long snapping. What should Titans fans expect once training camp begins near the end of July? Listen to hear more!

    Hour 2: Brett Kern, College Mascot Names, SEC Undergrad Enrollment, Celebrity Birthdays (06-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 38:01


    In the second hour, Former Titans Punter, Brett Kern, joins the show to discuss joint practices, training camp, and long snapping. We go into the topic of college mascot names and SEC undergrad enrollment rankings. The hour finishes with celebrity birthdays.

    Hour 1: Nashville Pro Sports Teams Compared to Others (06-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 43:20


    In the first hour, Chase and Big Joe recap OKC's win in the NBA Finals and compare small-market pro sports teams. They then go on to compare Nashville to other teams. In other words, a history lesson of which cities with pro sports teams that have won a championship. 

    Sean Henry (06-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 14:09


    Nashville Predators CEO Sean Henry joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Nashville Kats success and shared some laughs. Listen to hear more.

    Greg Wyshynski (06-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 15:17


    The guys caught up with ESPN Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski, Greg shared his thoughts about the Panthers winning back to back Stanley Cup championship. Can the Preds get to that point of winning a Championship? Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: Greg Wyshynski, Sean Henry, Celebrity Birthdays (06-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 42:49


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys caught up with ESPN Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski, Greg shared his thoughts about the Panthers winning back to back Stanley Cup championship. Can the Preds get to that point of winning a Championship. Later in the hour, Nashville Predators CEO Sean Henry joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Nashville Kats success and shared some laughs. Listen to hear more.

    Michael Oher (06-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 17:09


    Former Titans O-Lineman and Michael Oher joined the show to talk about the upcoming NFL Alumni event this weekend. Later in the conversation, Michael shared his thoughts on the young QB in Cam Ward and what Bill Callahan brings to the O-Line group. Listen to hear more.

    Chris Sanders (06-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 9:24


    The guys chatted with Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders. Chris shared his thoughts on the Titans and what he has seen in the last couple of weeks. Listen to hear more. 

    Hour 1: Chris Sanders & Michael Oher (06-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 42:07


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders. Chris shared his thoughts on the Titans and what he has seen in the last couple of weeks. Listen to hear more. Later to end the hour, former Titans O-Lineman and Michael Oher joined the show to talk about the upcoming NFL Alumni event this weekend. Later in the conversation, Michael shared his thoughts on the young QB in Cam Ward and what Bill Callahan brings to the O-Line group. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: Chris Massaro, CFP Committee, NIL Landscape (06-19-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 39:37


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with MTSU AD Chris Massaro. Chris shared his exciting news that he is a part of the CFP Committee. What does Chris' position do for MTSU when it comes to the CFP? To end the hour, Chris shared his thoughts on the NIL landscape. What will this new salary cap do for college athletics? Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: Jeff Fisher, Music City Miracle Memories, Nashville Kats Playoffs (06-19-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 44:25


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, AF1 Commissioner Jeff Fisher joined the show in preparation for the Nashville Kats playoff game coming up. Later in the hour, Jeff went down memory lane with the guys discussing the Music City Miracle. To end the hour, Jeff discussed the upcoming playoff game for the Nashville Kats. Can the Kats win it all?

    Hour 2: Nashville Sports Statues, Pavia's Comments, Celebrity Birthdays (06-18-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 39:04


    In the second hour, Chase & Big Joe discussed which nashville sports figure should get a statue next? Who do you think should get it? Later in the hour, Chase & Big Joe reacted to Diego Pavia's comments on the Bussin with the Boys Podcast. Is Vanderbilt the new staple in college football in the state of Tennessee? Let us know. TO end the show, as always, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays. 

    John McClain (06-18-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 20:21


    John McClain joined the show and discussed all things NFL and the Tennessee Titans. Listen to hear more.

    Todd Gilliland (06-18-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 9:27


    The guys chatted with NASCAR Driver Todd Gilliland. Todd chatted about his recent and upcoming races. Todd went on to discuss how e-racing helps him prepare for races.  Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: Todd Gilliland, John McClain (06-18-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 44:21


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with NASCAR Driver Todd Gilliland. Todd chatted about his recent and upcoming races. Todd went on to discuss how e-racing helps him prepare for races. Later in the hour, John McClain joined the show and discussed all things NFL and the Tennessee Titans. Listen to hear more.

    4: Hour 2: QOTD, Titans, Celebrity Birthdays (06-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 39:50


    In Hour 2, 4's Company review responses to QOTD: What sports story needs a documentary? The guys go over Titans. The hour ends with celebrity birthdays.

    3: Hour 1: NBA Finals Game 5, SEC Storylines of College Football, QOTD: What sports story needs a documentary? (06-17-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 45:32


    4's Company fills in for Chase and Big Joe for today's episode. In the first hour, the guys recap the NBA Finals Game 5. Question of the Day: What sports story needs a documentary? They then go into SEC storylines of college football, specifically Vanderbilt versus Tennessee, with Diego Pavia's comments on what Vanderbilt Football can become. The hour ends with today's music in comparison to the music of the 80s and more.

    Hour 2: NBA/NHL Times, Phones, Celebrity Birthdays (06-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 37:52


    In the final hour, the guys discussed the big issues with the TV times regarding the NBA Finals and the Stanley Cup. Why are there so many days in between playing? Let us know. Later in the hour, the guys answered some calls and texts. To end the show, Chase & Big Joe played Celebrity Birthdays. 

    Hour 1: 68 Days Until CFB, Titans Rebranding, QOD (06-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 47:58


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys shared who wore number 68 in honor of college football being 68 days away. Later in the hour, the guys discussed whether the Titans should get new uniforms before the new stadium is opened. Should they? Let us know. Later in the hour, the guys answer calls and texts about their question of the day.

    2: Hour 2: Jeff Fisher (06-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 43:52


    In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys were joined by AF1 Commissioner and longtime Titans Head Coach Jeff Fisher! Jeff cleared the air about the 2006 NFL Draft and what QB he wanted. Later in the hour, Jeff previewed the upcoming Nashville Kats game this weekend at FM Bank Arena. Listen to hear more.

    1: John McClain (06-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 20:35


    The great John McClain joined the show and shared his time interviewing Jimmy Johnson from this past weekend. Listen to hear more. 

    Hour 1: Best No. 71, Titans OTAs, John McClain (06-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 43:17


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys opened up their show discussing who the best athletes were that wore number 71. Let us know who comes to mind for you? Later in the hour, the guys discussed Titans OTAs and the O-Line depth, is there enough protection to protect Cam Ward? To end the hour, the great John McClain joined the show and shared his time interviewing Jimmy Johnson from this past weekend. Listen to hear more. 

    Greg Wyshynski (06-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 14:10


     ESPN Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski, previewing the Stanley Cup Final Game 4. Who do you think will win? Later in the conversation, Greg shared his thoughts on what to expect from Florida fans and players tonight. Listen to hear more. 

    Hour 2: Greg Wyshynski, CFB Bowl Games, Celebrity Birthdays (06-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 41:04


    In hour two, Chase & Big Joe Show chatted with ESPN Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski, previewing the Stanley Cup Final Game 4. Who do you think will win? Later in the conversation, Greg shared his thoughts on what to expect from Florida fans and players tonight. Listen to hear more. Chase & Big Joe went through the long list of CFB bowl games for 2025. To end the show, as always, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays. 

    Hour 1: No. 72, Bad Contracts, Phones (06-12-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 41:40


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe show, the guys discussed their day's question. What player comes to mind who wore No. 72? Let us know. Later in the hour, the guys discussed the worst contracts in sports. Listen to hear more. 

    Hour 2: Titans Hit the Field for Mandatory Minicamp, Celebrity Birthdays (6-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 38:40


    The Tennessee Titans are back on the field for day two of mandatory minicamp. What has stood out to Chase and Big Joe from practice so far? The hour ends with America's favorite game, 'What Day is it?' and 'Celebrity Birthdays'!

    Penn Jillette Interview (6-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 13:38


    Hour 1: Countdown to College Football, Best Jersey Number, Jeffrey Simmons Reports for Minicamp (6-11-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 46:37


    The Countdown to College Football is on as we are under 75 days out! What is the best jersey number? Chase and Big Joe discuss whether they prefer odd or even numbers. Jeffrey Simmons is back with the Tennessee Titans after reporting for mandatory minicamp. Was he right or wrong for missing OTAs?

    Hour 2: Brian Callahan Press Conference, Reaction to Callahan, Celebrity Birthdays (06-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 41:31


    In the second hour, Brian Callahan had a press conference. Chase and Big Joe reacted to his responses to questions and topics about Cam Ward taking more reps and Jeffrey Simmons needing to be more productive in the sack department. The hour ended with Celebrity Birthdays.

    Hour 1: NFL Player Contract Holdouts, Alabama Player Hangover (06-10-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 42:57


    In the first hour, Chase and Big Joe talk about player holdouts for more money and longer contracts in the NFL. Who was the first NFL player to hold out? Also, is there an Alabama player hangover in the NFL? We go into detail on Alabama that haven't worked out in a short amount of time compared to others.

    Hour 2: Brett Kern, Numbers Game, Celebrity Birthdays (06-09-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 42:31


    In the final hour, the guys chatted with former Titans punter Brett Kern. Brett shared his comments about minicamp. Later in the conversation, Brett shared some laughs with the guys. To end the show, the guys played celebrity birthdays. 

    Brett Kern (06-09-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 17:39


    Former Titans Punter, Brett Kern, joins the Chase & Big Joe Show. Kern talks about Titans mini-camps during his time with the team, as well as how the offseason was from his perspective. The guys also enjoy some laughs about offseason stories and Kern's perspective as a special teamer during minicamps. 

    PFL Nashville (06-09-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 15:44


    Thad Jean and Jason Jackson join the show to preview their matchup this Thursday. They will be fighting in the PFL World Tournament Welterweight Semi-Final. The winner will advance to the Championship match.

    Hour 1: Razorbacks defeat Vols, PFL Fighters, College Sports Revenue Sharing(06-09-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 41:30


    In the first hour, the guys discuss the Vols' loss in Arkansas in the Super Regionals. PFL Fighters join the show for an upcoming fight this Thursday. To end the hour, Chase & Big Show recap the House Settlement when it comes to college athletes and revenue sharing, and roster limits for different sports.

    Chris Sanders (06-06-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 10:10


    Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders joined the show and shared his thoughts on Titans QB Cam Ward. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: Chris Sanders, Vols vs Cicadas, Celebrity Birthdays (06-06-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 40:54


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe show, Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders joined the show and shared his thoughts on Titans QB Cam Ward. Listen to hear more. Later in the hour, the guys discussed what's worse Vols fans or cicadas. To end the hour, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays. 

    Hour 1: Zebra Update, QOD, Phones (06-06-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 43:22


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys received a zebra update. Later in the hour the guys answered some calls and texts for the question of the day. Listen to hear more.

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