Beau Bishop and James Laurinaitis take the art of sports radio and day drinking to a whole new level.
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The Bishop and Laurinaitis - 97.1 The Fan podcast is a highly entertaining and informative show that covers a wide range of sports topics, with a heavy emphasis on the local teams in Columbus, Ohio. Hosted by Beau Bishop and James Laurinaitis, the podcast offers great chemistry between the two hosts, making for an engaging listening experience.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the genuine and down-to-earth nature of Beau Bishop and James Laurinaitis. They come across as relatable and authentic, which makes it easy for listeners to connect with them. The hosts also have extensive knowledge about various sports, including hockey, soccer, baseball, and more. They provide insightful analysis and offer unique perspectives on different games and events.
Another highlight of The Bishop and Laurinaitis podcast is the personal stories shared by both hosts. They often talk about their experiences growing up as sports fans or their adventures with their fathers when they were young. These anecdotes add a personal touch to the show and make it more enjoyable for listeners.
However, one potential downside to this podcast is occasional talking over each other when the hosts get excited. While it may be a result of their enthusiasm for the topic at hand, it can sometimes make it difficult to follow the conversation. Additionally, some listeners have expressed that they would prefer to hear more stories from Beau Bishop about his fear of birds.
In conclusion, The Bishop and Laurinaitis - 97.1 The Fan podcast is an excellent choice for Ohio sports fans who want to stay informed about their favorite teams while being entertained at the same time. With great chemistry between Beau Bishop and James Laurinaitis, insightful analysis, and personal anecdotes, this podcast offers a unique listening experience that sets it apart from national sports talk shows. Despite minor flaws like occasional talking over each other, this show remains one of the best sports talk options available in the Columbus area and beyond.

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! An All-Friends Edition with Joshua Perry in for Beau. Bruce Thornton gets drafted with the 1st pick of the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft and is off to Houston. Jeremiah Smith is highly rated on the new EA Sports College Football Game. The College Football Calendar could be changing and stadium naming rights are here. TEAM USA's World Cup journey continues tonight. Zach Werenski's future with the CBJ. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Shelley Time with Jody Shelley, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! We were all wrong on the Brendan Sorsby situation. The NCAA has pushed ahead with 5 for 5. Columbus was represented in the NBA Draft last night. The Best College Football Teams of the 90's and which OSU team was the best of that decade. ESPN's Jake Trotter, Dalton Wasserman, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! You can see Supreme Talent at a young age. The World Cup continues and a couple of good baseball games last night. Giannis is heading to South Beach in a massive trade. We will not be reviewing House of the Dragon even though the start to season 3 was good. Linda Cohn is retiring. Jim Tressel is getting inducted into the Ring of Honor. Changes are coming to the PGA Tour. Pat Forde goes after Tony Petiti. Tuesday's with Tiberi, Jacob Rhymer on the NBA Draft, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of the Program!! Happy Father's Day in Indiana. Beau tells tales from his weekend. Breaking News during the show that Dusty May is leaving Michigan and Heading to be the Head Coach of the Dallas Mavericks. We'll discuss and break down every angle. The Fan 5K Rocked on Saturday. Wyndham Clark wins his 2nd US Open despite the boos. The World Cup is still winning. A Massive Trade in the NHL. Austin Ward, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! Nostalgia Still Rocks!! Scotland has drank Boston dry at the World Cup. The U.S. Open is underway at Shinnecock. The latest on Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech and Cincinnati. Joe Burrow says its right now for the Bengals and he likes the pressure. The Big Ten and SEC release a statement on Congress' College Sports bill. Beau is going to stop at Buccee's on his way to Indy. Tim May live at Shinnecock, Paul Finebaum, Jake Trotter, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! Messi makes World Cup History as it continues to dominate. Sports TV Ratings continue to set records. Torts is out in Vegas. The U.S. Open starts tomorrow at Shinnecock. The Julian Sayin doubters are a plenty. Should the NFL get involved in punishing Brendan Sorsby. Dave Shedloski, Dane Brugler, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Sanity has prevailed as Brendan Sorsby enters the NFL Supplemental Draft. We discuss the ramifications, where he could end up and the NCAA having more power when they stick together. Ohio State Hoops get an unexpected addition to this seasons roster and it's a big one. 33's to ring the Victory Bell. Central Ohio's Jalen Brunson. The Cincinnati Bengals acting accordingly. Tuesday's with Tiberi, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, The Real Truth and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of the Program!! World Cup Fever has hit. We take a look back at the weekend that was rough for the Guardians and landed OSU a recruit. The Knicks and Canes snap droughts winning championships. ESPN is more powerful than ever. More from the Brendan Sorsby Saga. Which Ohio pro teams could be next to win it all. Jalen Brunson is on another level now in NY history. Austin Ward, Scoonie Penn, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Happy Friday Edition Of The Program!! The Horseshoe is due for renovations, will the upgrades across the CFB landscape force Ohio State's hand. Ross Bjork has the hardest job in sports, having to decide where to spend OSU's money. Brenden Sorsby and Texas Tech continue to make waves on his eligibility. Tim May, Doug Lesmireses, What We Learned, Three Things, and more on this episode of Bishop & Friends.

Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! We live in a society!! A couple of driving stories that are insane. We have a series in the Stanley Cup Finals. ESPN's Future CFB Rankings have the Buckeyes #2. We get into the Greatest QB of All-Time and where Patrick Mahomes is on that list. Todd Monken on the Browns QB situation. People seeing America for the 1st time while they are here for the World Cup. ESPN's Jake Trotter, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! The Spurs spoiled the party for Knicks fans at Madison Square Garden. We discuss what 4 celebrities that were there that we'd want at our dinner table. Joel Bitonio has officially retired. The Brendan Sorsby situation and the tremendous backlash that has followed. Dom Tiberi is retiring from full time duty on 10TV. A special, extra long Tuesday's with Tiberi. Browns mini camp gets underway today. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, The Real Truth and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of the Show!! JT Poston wins a Grueling Memorial. The Weekend at Jack's place truly is the best. The Stanley Cup Finals have been Classic so far. The Knicks hosting a Finals game tonight for the first time in a long, long time. We discuss franchises and College Programs that haven't won in a while. Some Breaking News with Brendan Sorsby's injunction has been granted against the NCAA and he will be eligible. Denzel Ward wants to stay in Cleveland and the Hammond Bears. Austin Ward, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, The Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Day 2 of the Memorial Tournament is underway and the boys are LIVE from Jack's Place. Day 1 is in the books how are the golfers trending so far through the first day. Dom joins to speak on golfing Muirfield and how this course has impacted Columbus. Surprising programs may be the top value adds for college football in the next conference realignment. Three Things, What's Up, Dave Shedloski, and more on this episode of Bishop & Friends.

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program! It's officially here the Memorial Tournament and this edition of Bishop & Friends is LIVE from Jack's Place. We talk on the impact the tournament has had on Columbus. What makes this course so challenging for the Pro's as well as the normies. Paul Finebaum speaks on all things changing in the CFB world. Three things, Thing or Not A Thing, Emails, and more on this episode of Bishop & Friends.

Happy Wednesday Edition of the Program!! The Memorial Tournament is upon us and we introduce the week with our favorite celebrities to tee of with. Jim Schwartz speaks out on his departure from the Browns timely after the Myles Garrett trade. College Football might be changing but the product on the field stays the same. Hey Guys, Three Things, Officially Endorsed, Jake Trotter, Higher or Lower, and more on this episode of Bishop & Friends.

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!!The Browns and Rams pulled off a Blockbuster Trade with Myles Garrett heading to L.A.. We discuss the trade and Myles Legacy in Cleveland. The College Football Playoff has announced it's schedule for next season. We will cover Andrew Berry's Press Conference Live and give reaction. That wasn't the only NFL Trade as AJ Brown is rejoining Mike Vrabel in New England. Jake Diebler spoke yesterday. Tuesday's with Tiberi, Andrew Siciliano, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, The Real Truth and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of the Program!! The weather this past weekend was awesome!! And all 3 of us took advantage of it. Wemby is officially here as the NBA Finals are set. Today could be the day for the AJ Brown trade and possibly one for Myles Garrett. The Columbus Aviators 1st season is in the books. The trial of Brendan Sorsby. Ohio State Hoops finalized their coaching staff for the upcoming season. The Memorial is here!! Chris Fedor, Austin Ward, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Beau's kids are out for the summer and we started thinking about the Best Last Day of School Movie. We're getting a Game 7 in the NBA. Julian Sayin talks on the offseason. RIP to a Columbus and Lacrosse Legend. The SEC Meetings have wrapped. MLB has proposed a salary cap and Fernando Tatis Jr loses in court. Clay Hall, ESPN's Paul Finebaum, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! The natural clock is off right now with an early Memorial Day. Beau's kids are doing Goat Yoga to wrap the School Year. The end is near for the Montreal Canadiens. Congress has new bill to save College Sports. Browns OTA's. Some OSU kick times have been announced so of course we play the game time game with the rest. A new Transfer Portal Loophole....Tim May, ESPN's Jake Trotter, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! Shotgun Marriages in College Football could end bad. Brendan Sorsby has been banned by the NCAA. Torts and Vegas are in the Stanley Cup Finals. LeBron could end up back in Cleveland. Kirby Smart wants the SEC to leave everyone else behind. Bill Bender of The Sporting News, Shelley Time with Jody Shelley, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Memorial Day Weekend recap. The Cavs get bombed right out of the playoffs. Columbus and Michael Shank Racing wins the Indy 500. Dan Gilbert is an owner you'd want. Greg Sankey and the SEC may be our only hope. The Athletic's Scott Dochterman, Tuesday's with Tiberi, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

It's a Memorial Day Best-Of-Show of Bishop & Friends!

Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.

Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! That was an All-Time Collapse from the Cavs last night. Hear from Kenny Atkinson on it. Ryan Day says that a 24 Team Playoff may not be best for Ohio State. Iowa State's AD wants to break away from the Big Ten and SEC. Old School Beers that aren't popular like they used to be. Scoonie Penn, ESPN's Jake Trotter, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Ries is back and we will hear about his time at Sonic Temple and we'll get into nostalgia with music. Last night was AWESOME and we are Jealous. The Cavs and Knicks get underway tonight in the Eastern Conference Finals. Juni Mobley Jr is officially back for the Buckeyes. The Brendan Sorsby situation continues to evolve. Bill Belichick speaks on the final season in Cleveland. We get into teams that moved that never should have happened. Browns and Bengals OTA's. Tuesday's With Tiberi, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of The Program!! The Cavs win and advance in Game 7 to the Eastern Conference Finals. Could we ever have a new Horseshoe and will attending games in person go to the wayside? Is the Big Ten making a mistake with the 24 Team Playoff? Three Things, Weekend Blitz, PGA Championship, and more on this episode of Bishop & Friends.

Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! JP is in for Ries again. Don't Be Late!! No NBA last night is silly. The NFL Schedule is out and they do not care about anybody else. We play the Browns and Bengals Schedule Game. Ryan Day says we have to worry about the future of CFB now. When we go to a 24 Team Playoff, how can we save the regular season. Players sitting out The Game....Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things

Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! 40 Years of Top Gun. It's Official...The Buckeyes and the Longhorns will be a night game in Austin. We also got the news during the show that the Buckeyes will have Gray back on the sleeves for that game and the rest of them moving forward. Ryan Day had a long sit down with Josh Pate. Hear from CBJ Forward Charlie Coyle on his new deal with the team. Game 5 for the Cavs and Pistons is tonight. Austin Ward, Dave Shedloski, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! There is a Snooze button problem in the Bishop house. Ohio State dropped some new Black Uniforms with Gray on the Sleeves. The Cavs remain undefeated at home in the playoffs and even their series. The PGA Championship has snuck up on us and is this Weekend. Common Man has an issue with Beau. The latest NFL Schedule leaks. The CBJ with their 1st big signing of the offseason. Our favorites to ever Broadcast The Game. Tuesday's with Tiberi, Chris Fedor, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of the Program!! EBikes are a problem and it seems like somebody should be doing something about it. Washington won the NBA Draft Lottery and not sure anybody wanted that. Ohio State is teasing us with a jersey announcement tonight....RJ Day commits To Chip Kelly and Northwestern. University Presidents want to change College Sports in a big way. We re-visit our conversation with Doug from Friday and we still don't care about Iowa. Matt Campbell's path tom success at Penn State. Browns Rookie Mini-Camp observations. Cavs Gm 4 and last night could be LeBron's last game. ESPN's Jake Trotter, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Aliens are Real and they are Here. A window closing is tough for Sports Fans. The Cavs are in a 0-2 hole and it doesn't look good. Ohio State's Football Schedule is coming into focus. 50 Years of the Memorial Tournament. All of our College Postseasons are changing. We break down what a 24 team playoff would have looked like last year. Browns Rookie Mini-Camp gets underway today. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! One of Beau's kids is opening packages regardless of if they are for him or not. The Oklahoma City Thunder are set up to be good for a long time and could even win the NBA Draft Lottery Sunday. The Washington Wizards might be the worst pro franchise of all-time. The Reds are struggling but the Guards are still in first. Julian Sayin joined Urban and the Gang on Triple Option. The Buckeye Basketball team is boosting the schedule. People that Love College Football should be running CFB. Dabo sounds off. Brendan Sorsby and the supplemental draft. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy First Friday Edition of the Program!! Rooting for someone you dislike is hard and sucks. The Cavs lose Game 1 to Detroit and the Lakers have no shot. Ryan Day on the CFB calendar and the rest of the coaches agree. We're going to 24 teams in the CFP and it sucks. OSU President wants to keep all 36 sports. Ted Turner has passed at the age of 87. The Toronto Maple Leafs conspiracy. Bill Bender of The Sporting News, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Ryan Day joins us live today. We'll react to what he says. Jeremiah Smith has his dream car already at the age of 19. That is something that we're all going to have to get used to. Can maintaining be as fun as the build for Ohio State... Games on Streaming Platforms is really bad in the playoffs. The Toronto Maple Leafs seem to be in a world of trouble and the media is calling them on it. Tuesday's with Tiberi, Scott Dochterman of The Athletic, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, The Real Truth and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of the Program!! And May the 4th Be With You!! The Kentucky Derby has it all and NBC has bought into the spectacle. The Cavs are moving on. Ohio State's biggest questions heading into the season. We catch you up on the NHL Playoffs. The Big Ten and Ohio State got PAID. But they want more, more , more. An NBA Playoffs reset. Austin Ward, Scoonie Penn, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Happy Friday Edition of the Program and Welcome to May!! With the Kentucky Derby this weekend some Traditional Major Sporting Events just hit different than they used to. We discuss the best One Off Sporting Events. Ross Bjork spoke with The Lantern on new ways to raise/generate money for Ohio State Athletics and it seems a lot of it is falling on the fans. The Hawks laid an egg and McDavid is out. The Big Ten has been dominating the SEC. The next Indiana. Maybe a Super Bowl isn't coming to Cleveland with the new stadium. Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, What We Learned This Week and 3 Things

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! Beau had to take an L with the boys and the bedtime routine. Could we be seeing 2 End of an Era's with LeBron and Sid the Kid. Groundbreaking Day for the Browns and their new stadium. The Dilemma that is The Shoe. Deshaun Watson QB1. Kirby Smart with the way it's going to be moving forward and it won't be as good as before. RIP LIV. ESPN's Paul Finebaum, What's Up, Emails, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! Greed is Good!! It has given us some incredible things in Sports but could it be ruining things. The is as the NCAA tournament is expanding to 76 Teams. Caleb Downs was bored playing CFB. The Reds are hot and Travis Bazzana made his MLB debut. The NBA is trying to stop tanking. ESPN's Jake Trotter, Mike Renner of CBS Sports, What's Up, Higher or Lower, Thing or Not a Thing, #HeyGuys, Your Officially Endorsed and 3 Things

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Fandom is all about perspective. Travis Bazzana makes his debut in the show tonight for the Guardians. Ryan Days says the NFL Draft helps OSU in recruiting. Stealing a home run ball from a little girl. Way Too Early Mock Drafts for next year. Brendan Sorsby in a lot of trouble for gambling. 5 for 5 looks like its going in place for the NCAA. Tuesday's with Tiberi, What's Up, The Real Truth, Thing or Not a Thing and 3 Things

Happy Monday Edition of the Program!!Ohio State is NFL U. the Buckeyes tied a two year record for the NFL Draft. Does it change our opinion on last season and was it a bust. The Browns look like they crushed the draft. The Cavs did not have a good weekend North of the Border. We look at last year's Mock Drafts to see how close they were. The Bengals have had a great offseason. NFL Draft Winners and Losers. Austin Ward, John Breech, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things