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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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    Hour 2: Vols Baseball, Brian Callahan, Derrick Lewis (06-03-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 40:39


    In the second hour, Vols baseball recap and a little MLB talk to start it off. Brian Callahan's press conference was during the hour. Derrick Lewis, UFC fighter, joins the show, where Big Joe and Dr. Crane ask about his preparation for his upcoming fight in July in Nashville.

    Hour 1: Ed the Zebra, Vols defeat WF, Question of the Day: MMA or Boxing?, Top 25 No. 1 HS Football Recruits (06-03-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 42:12


    In the first hour, Big Joe and Dr. Crane discuss local 'Ed the Zebra' news and the Vols' win over Wake Forest. MMA vs Boxing is the topic of today's Question of the Day. The second half of the hour is about the Top 25 No. 1 HS Football Recruits of the 21st century.

    Hour 2: Brett Kern, Vanderbilt Baseball, College Football Hall of Fame (06-02-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 39:30


    In the second hour, Brett Kern joins the show and talks about the Tennessee Titans under Callahan. Big Joe and Dr. Crane recap Vanderbilt Baseball. The show ends with the College Football Hall of Fame discussion.

    Hour 1: Vanderbilt Baseball Loses, Reviewable & Non-Reviewable, Question of The Day: What's the Worst Sports Team of All Time? (06-02-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 45:30


    In the first hour, Big Joe Dubin and Dr. Crane discuss Vanderbilt Baseball's losses and questionable plays in sports. The guys also analyze reviewable and non-reviewable plays. Question of the Day is, What's the worst sports team of all time?

    Matt Greci (05-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 12:37


    The guys were joined by Nashville Superspeedway's Matt Greci. Matt talked about all the excitement around the speedway races. Listen to hear more. 

    Hour 2: Matt Greci, NASCAR, Celebrity Birthdays (05-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 42:19


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys were joined by Nashville Superspeedway's Matt Greci. Matt talked about all the excitement around the speedway races. Listen to hear more. Later in the hour, the guys discussed more interesting  NASCAR comments going on at the speedway. To end the show, as always, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays.

    Hour 1: QOD, Jeff Simmons Not at Practice, JC Latham's Weight Update (05-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 39:43


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys opened up with their question of the day. What is something you want to see in person before you die? Later in the hour, the guys discussed Jeffery Simmons not being in attendance for voluntary workouts. To end the hour, they talked about J.C. Latham's weight loss progress.

    Anthony Tate & Chase Johnson (05-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 14:48


    Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway GM Anthony Tate joined the show with Driver Chase Johnson. They discussed the upcoming races and the fun involved with them all. Listen to hear more. 

    Greg Wyshynski (05-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 14:35


    ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski joined the show to discuss the latest in the hockey world. What team does Greg think could win it all? Listen to hear more.

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    Hour 2: Greg Wyshynski, Anthony Tate, Celebrity Birthdays (05-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 42:43


    In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski joined the show to discuss the latest in the hockey world. What team does Greg think could win it all? Later in the hour,  Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway GM Anthony Tate joined the show with Driver Chase Johnson. They discussed the upcoming races and the fun involved with them all. Listen to hear more. To end the show as always, Chase and Big Joe played Celebrity Birthdays!

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    Ryan Smith (05-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 10:12


    The guys chatted with ESPN/ABC host and investigative reporter Ryan Smith joined the show. Ryan spoke on his new story coming out on 20/20. Later in the conversation, Ryan mentioned his experience with investigative reporting on the Steve McNair murder case. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: Will Levis Backup QB Comments, Ryan Smith, Golf Heckling (05-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 36:32


    In the first hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, the guys open up the show talking about Will Levis and the comments surrounding the backup QB position. Is it best for Levis to get a fresh start with another team, or should he stay with the Titans? Let us now. Later in the hour, the guys chatted with ESPN/ABC host and investigative reporter Ryan Smith joined the show. Ryan spoke on his new story coming out on 20/20. Later in the conversation, Ryan mentioned his experience with investigative reporting on the Steve McNair murder case. To end the hour, the guys discussed why you can't heckle golfers on the course. Listen to hear more.

    Ryan Blaney (05-28-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 33:28


    The guys were joined by NASCAR Driver Ryan Blaney in the studio. Ryan went through his preparation for the upcoming race in the Cracker Barrel 400. Later in the conversation, Ryan was asked about some interesting things while driving in a race and shared some laughs along the way. Listen to hear more. 

    Hour 2: Ryan Blaney & Celebrity Birthdays (05-28-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 44:25


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys were joined by NASCAR Driver Ryan Blaney in studio. Ryan went through his preparation for the upcoming race in the Cracker Barrel 400. Later in the conversation, Ryan was asked about some interesting things while driving in a race and shared some laughs along the way. Listen to hear more. To end the show as always, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays.

    John McClain (05-28-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 16:03


    The great John McClain joined the show and shared his thoughts on who is the most influential person in football. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: QOD, John McClain, Phones (05-28-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 41:28


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys opened up with their question of the day. Later in the hour, the guys  answered some calls and texts surrounding the question of the day. To end the hour, the great John McClain joined the show and shared his thoughts on who is the most influential person in football. Listen to hear more.

    Andrew Allegretta (05-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 12:47


    Chase & Big Joe chatted with the voice of the Vandy Boys baseball team, Andrew Allegretta. Andrew shared his thoughts on Vanderbilt winning the SEC tournament and getting the No. 1 overall seed. Listen to the full conversation. 

    Hour 2: Andrew Allegretta, Cam Ward's Impact, Celebrity Birthdays (05-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 41:16


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with the voice of the Vandy Boys baseball team, Andrew Allegretta. Andrew shared his thoughts on Vanderbilt winning the SEC tournament and getting the No. 1 overall seed. Listen to the full conversation. What is Cam Ward's impact going to be this season in 2025 for the Titans? To end the show, as always, Chase & Big Joe played Celebrity Birthdays. 

    Hour 1: Most Influential Person in Football, Vandy No. 1 Seed, TV Ratings in Sports (05-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 43:18


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys posed their question of the day to the listeners. Who is the most influential person in football? Let us know. Later in the hour, the guys discussed the Vanderbilt Commodores SEC tournament win and the number one overall seed in the college baseball tournament. To end the hour, Chase and Big Joe discussed stars in the NBA and NFL. How does that change the TV ratings? Listen to hear more.

    Chris McDonald (05-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 9:38


    Actor Chris McDonald joined the show ahead of his new rodeo movie. Chris shared some laughs with the guys about Happy Gilmore and the upcoming Happy Gilmore. 

    Chris Sanders (05-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 11:22


    Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders, and he had some comments surrounding the Titans. What do the Titans have to do to make more household names? Chris also mentioned what it was like seeing the evolution of the team. 

    Hour 2: Chris Sanders, Chris McDonald, Celebrity Birthdays (05-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 37:16


    In the final hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, the guys talked football with Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders, and he had some comments surrounding the Titans. What do the Titans have to do to make more household names? Chris also mentioned what it was like seeing the evolution of the team. Actor Chris McDonald joined the show ahead of his new rodeo movie. Chris shared some laughs with the guys about Happy Gilmore and the upcoming Happy Gilmore. To end the show, the guys played celebrity birthdays and what day it is.  Who do you think will win?

    Jeff Fisher (05-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 13:50


     AF1 Commissioner Jeff Fisher joined the show and shared his thoughts on the upcoming Nashville Kats game this weekend. Plus, Jeff expressed his heartfelt connection with the U.S. Military for Memorial Day weekend. Listen to hear more 

    Hour 1: Question of the Day, Jeff Fisher, Memorial Day Remembrance (05-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 43:04


    It's Friday, Nashville! In the first hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, the guys started off talking about their question of the day. Who do you want to remember for Memorial Day? Later in the hour, AF1 Commissioner Jeff Fisher joined the show and shared his thoughts on the upcoming Nashville Kats game this weekend. Plus, Jeff expressed his heartfelt connection with the U.S. Military for Memorial Day weekend. The guys ended the hour answering some calls and texts about football and the question of the day. Listen to hear more 

    Hour 2: Top 25 CFB Games of 2000's, Greatest Comeback, Celebrity Birthdays (05-22-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 34:36


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys delved into the Top 25 of CFB games of the 2000s. What games were on the list? Later in the hour, the guys got back into their question of the day. To end the show, Chase & Big Joe played Celebrity Birthdays.

    Greg Wyshynski (05-22-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 10:05


    The guys were joined by ESPN Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski. Greg shared his thoughts on the question of the day and the recent NHL playoff results. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: Greatest Comeback in Sports & Greg Wyshynski (05-22-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 44:12


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys posed their question of the day.  What's the greatest comeback in sports? Listen to hear more. Later in the hour, the guys were joined by ESPN Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski. Greg shared his thoughts on the question of the day and the recent NHL playoff results. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: What If, Phones, Celebrity Birthdays (05-21-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 40:55


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys shared their what-if scenario if Mike Vrabel stayed with the Titans. What would have happened? Let us know. To end the hour, the guys played Celebrity Birthdays!

    John McClain (05-21-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 20:00


    The great John McClain joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans point system for practice. John later was asked about other news around the NFL. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: QOD, Point System, John McClain (05-21-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 44:23


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys shared their question of the day surrounding the relationship between Bill Belichick and his girlfriend Jordon Hudson. Share your thoughts. Later in the hour, the guys got back intro their conversation about the Titans point system. To end the hour, the great John McClain joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans point system for practice. John later was asked about other news around the NFL. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: Presser Reactions, Point Systems, Celebrity Birthdays (05-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 39:18


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys share their reactions to Brian Callahan's press conference. Later in the hour, the guys discussed why the Titans' point system could be a good thing or a bad thing for the team going forward. To end the show as always, Chase and Big Joe play Celebrity Birthdays.

    Hour 1: QOD, Callahan Presser (05-20-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 44:11


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys  posed their question of the day. WHat would you ask Brian Callahan at his press conference. Later in the hour, Brian Callahan spoke to media. Listen to hear more.

    Brett Kern (05-19-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 15:22


     Former Titans Punter Brett Kern joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans and who Cam Ward should be practicing with. Should Cam be with the first team? Later in the conversation, Brett discussed his viewpoint on the NFL rule changes.

    Hour 2: Brett Kern, Titans Villains, Celebrity Birthdays (05-19-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 39:23


    In the second hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, former Titans Punter Brett Kern joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans and who Cam Ward should be practicing with. Should Cam be with the first team? Later in the conversation, Brett discussed his viewpoint on the NFL rule changes. Later in the hour, Later in the hour the guys discussed sports villains. Who is the Titans' biggest villain? Let us know. To end the show, as always, with Celebrity Birthdays. 

    Hour 1: QOD, SEC Villains, Titans Villains (05-19-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 43:19


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, Chase & Big Joe kicked off their show discussing their question of the day. Do you get along with your neighbors? Later in the hour, the guys discussed sports villains. What's the biggest villain for SEC teams? To end the hour, the guys discussed the Titans' villains. Who do you think is the biggest Titans villain? Listen to hear more.

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    Hour 1: Question of the Day; Caleb Williams and Bears; Robby Stanley Interview (5-16-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 43:44


    Chase McCabe with Nick Frazier in for Big Joe today.  The guys open the show with the Question of the Day, what advice do you have for graduating seniors this week?  We get into the news involving the Bears and Caleb Williams.  Robby Stanley from Robby & Rexrode joins the show to talk a little Stanley Cup playoffs.  We take your phones.

    Hour 3: Titans Schedule Release, WR Depth, Phones (05-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 42:01


    In the final hour Connor Nute and Nick Frazier closed out the show discussing the Tennessee Titans schedule release. Connor gave his input as to why the titans don't have a primetime game. Later in the hour Nick and Connor discussed the Titans WR depth chart.

    Greg Wyshynski (05-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 12:26


    The guys chatted with ESPN NHL Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski talking NHL playoffs and much more. Are the Maple Leafs done? Can the Panthers close out this series? Listen to hear more.

    Hour 2: Greg Wyshynski, Phones, Celebrity Birthdays (05-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 40:56


    In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys chatted with ESPN NHL Senior Writer Greg Wyshynski, talking NHL playoffs and much more. Are the Maple Leafs done? Can the Panthers close out this series? Listen to hear more. Later in the hour, the guys answered some phones and played Celebrity Birthdays.

    Hour 1: Titans Schedule, QOD, Phones (05-15-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 41:31


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys discussed the Titans full schedule release. How many wins will they have? Later in the hour, the guys discussed their question of the day and answered some phones. Listen to hear more.

    Tom Glavine (05-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 17:17


    MLB Hall of Fame Pitcher Tom Glavine joined the show and shared his thoughts on the current Atlanta Braves team. Near the end of the conversation, Tom went down memory lane with Chase and Big Joe, talking about the 1995 World Series Braves team. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 3: SEC Win Projections, Tom Glavine, Celebrity Birthdays (05-14-24)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 45:38


    In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys discussed the SEC Football win projections for the upcoming season. How many wins do you think Vandy will have? Later in the hour, MLB Hall of Fame Pitcher Tom Glavine joined the show and shared his thoughts on the current Atlanta Braves team. Near the end of the conversation, Tom went down memory lane with Chase and Big Joe, talking about the 1995 World Series Braves team. Listen to hear more. To end the show, the guys played celebrity birthdays. 

    Christy Martin (05-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 8:06


    Professional Boxer Christy Martin joined the show and shared her thoughts on her boxing promotion this weekend at Fat Bottom Brewery. Listen top hear more.

    Hour 2: QOD, Christy Martin, Phones (05-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 39:28


    In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys rehashed their question of the day. What game would you rather go to, Mike Vrabel's return or the Chiefs? Let us know Later in the hour, Professional Boxer Christy Martin joined the show and shared her thoughts on her boxing promotion this weekend at Fat Bottom Brewery. Listen top hear more.

    John McClain (05-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 20:28


    The great John McClain joined the show to discuss the NFL schedules and the Titans current situation with their roster and much more. Listen to the conversation.

    Hour 1: NFL Schedules & John McClain (05-14-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 43:41


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys led off with discussing the NFL schedules around the league. Later in the hour, the great John McClain joined the show to discuss the NFL schedules and the Titans current situation with their roster and much more. Listen to the conversation.

    Hour 3: Titans Patience, Free Agent Additions, Celebrity Birthdays (05-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 39:28


    In the final hour, the guys discussed how Amy Adams Strunk might need to be more patient with this Titans roster. What free-agent additions might the Titans make? To end the show, Chase & Big Joe played Celebrity Birthdays. Listen to hear more.

    Jim Wyatt (05-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 14:56


    Titans Senior Writer and Editor Jim Wyatt joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans' rookie minicamp, along with how Will Levis is going to approach this QB battle. Later, Jim discussed what he thinks might happen with the Titans' schedule. 

    Hour 2: Primetime Games, Jim Wyatt, Home Games (05-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 46:37


    In the second hour, Chase & Big Joe discussed how many primetime games the Titans might have this season. How many do you think? Later in the hour, Titans Senior Writer and Editor Jim Wyatt joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans' rookie minicamp, along with how Will Levis is going to approach this QB battle. Later, Jim discussed what he thinks might happen with the Titans' schedule. 

    Mykelti Williamson (05-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 12:50


    The guys chatted with actor Mykelti Williamson. Mykelti talked about his role in Forrest Gump, along with his new movie on the rise. Listen to hear more.

    Hour 1: Is Rocky A Sports Movie & Mykelti Williamson (05-13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 42:12


    In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys discussed their question of the Day. Is Rocky a sports movie, or is it a love story? Let us know. Later in the hour, the guys chatted with actor Mykelti Williamson. Mykelti talked about his role in Forrest Gump, along with his new movie on the rise. Listen to hear more.

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