Sports in Arizona, beer and sports betting
The Doug Franz Unplugged podcast is a breath of fresh air in the sports media industry. As someone who has worked in the industry, I appreciate the behind-the-scenes insights and breakdowns of press conferences that only a seasoned veteran like Doug can provide. This podcast has opened my eyes to how networks often prioritize sharing the narratives of their executives and sports teams over contributing to meaningful discussion.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Doug's hustle and openness in sharing his journey of starting a podcast and TV channel. It's inspiring to hear about his successes and struggles, and it adds an extra layer of authenticity to the content. The quality of the listening experience is excellent, with in-depth analysis that goes beyond what corporate radio offers. Unlike other shows that only focus on a few positions on a football team, Doug covers all 53 positions, providing a well-rounded perspective.
However, there are some drawbacks to this podcast. As with any new endeavor, the early episodes were a bit all over the place, but Doug has really found his stride in recent months. Additionally, as much as I enjoy hearing about Arizona sports, I sometimes find myself wanting more variety in terms of topics covered.
In conclusion, The Doug Franz Unplugged podcast is a must-listen for anyone who wants an authentic and real perspective on sports. Doug's departure from traditional radio was a loss for those stations but a gain for listeners who appreciate his unfiltered opinions and deep knowledge of Valley sports. Whether you're an avid fan or just getting into sports, this podcast provides valuable insights and entertainment that will keep you coming back for more.
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:30 I Crashed!! 14:43 Doug's Big One Biggie-sized by Wendy's = UofA is still #1 48:56 SUNS: Why Ott is Perfect for this Team 1:01:30 Town Hall Tuesday 1:51:56 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:00 Daughter's First! 14:50 Doug's Big One Biggie-Sized by Wendy's = Cardinals vs the NFC West 50:10 UofA 55:09 ASU 1:04:40 Quick Suns 1:12:45 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Beer Friday thanks to Hundred Mile Brew! 9:00 WMPO 15:15 Doug's Big One Biggie-Sized by Wendy's = The Suns Choked 35:30 Larry Larry Larry 1:03:20 A Man Who Likes the LaFleur as Cards HC 1:34:30 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 1:46:20 D-Backs Trade Blaze 1:54:00 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 We Got This 14:26 Today's Guest 19:20 Doug's Big One Biggie-Sized by Wendy's = HOF Fitz 47:00 The Draft Network's Paige Dimakos 1:12:50 Odds & Ends 1:35:40 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Great Meeting 13:20 Want to Sit in the D-Backs Suite 19:10 Doug's Big One Biggie-sized by Wendy's = Where's Goldy? 24:00 CARDINALS: LaFleur Did Great; the Media and Monti Did Not 1:30:34 Suns Win! 1:50:10 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:15 It Gets Real Today 15:50 Doug's Big One...Biggie Sized by Wendy's 52:10 Town Hall Tuesday 2:00:20 NBA Trade Deadline 2:06:42 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:00 New Sponsors 13:35 Wendy's Biggie Sized Opinion: Why Should We Believe in the Cardinals' Choice for Coach? 30:40 Merrill Kelly and Cam Cox 39:00 SUNS: The Biggest Problem was Revealed (Again) 49:30 UofA: Best Team I've Seen Live 1:18:00 Words to Live By from Justin Rose 1:26:50 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Beer Friday thanks to Hundred Mile Brew! 9:00 My 1st GYFB Workout 17:50 Doug's Big One = Jordan Freakin' Ott 51:00 NFL HOF Voter & Cards Insider Howard Balzer 1:37:30 CARDINALS: Michael vs Mark 1:49:19 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Pretty Cool Announcements 16:00 Quick Belichick Dive 29:30 Doug's Big One = Reasons Why the Coaching Search is Killing the 2026 Cardinals 47:00 Some 2026 NFL Draft Insight 56:40 THURSDAY EXCLUSIVE: The Bobby Mac! 1:33:00 SUNS: Tonight Will Be Tough 1:48:00 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:00 Gotta Believe 18:25 Doug's Big One = The Belichick Vote is Embarassing 34:00 CARDINALS: Dinner Means He's the Guy 44:00 SUNS: Great Win...Bad Game 1:14:30 ASU: Bad Loss 1:18:26 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:30 New Chair 11:50 Doug's Big One = Thank You Dabo 30:20 CARDS: The Last Men Standing 46:00 UofA: Why They're #1 1:03:20 Quick Suns 1:06:15 Town Hall Tuesday
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:45 Big Time Weeks Coming! 12:30 Doug's Big One = If Darnold Can, So Can We! 57:00 SUNS: Not Now!! 1:18:42 UofA Hoops: Good At Everything 1:29:37 ASU: Motivation or Desperation? 1:40:30 CARDINALS: Are We Down to Two? 1:40:30 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Beer Friday thanks to Hundred Mile Brew! 11:20 Doug's Big One = There's Real Anger at the Cardinals 35:30 SUNS: The Next Month is Huge 48:00 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 1:00:07 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:50 More Bobby Mac!! 17:50 Doug's Big One = What I Would Do If I'm Hurley's Boss 46:08 The Most Impressive Thing About UofA's Win 1:02:00 Two Quick College Hoop Opinions 1:19:00 CARDINALS: Get Ton Know the Newest Candidate 1:31:04 ASU/UofA Football Schedules 1:38:50 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:15 Make Someone's Day 19:55 Doug's Big One = Scott Foster Still Has A Job? 30:34 Suns Win! 1:11:55 CARDS: Coaching Search 1:23:18 NFL News 1:36:20 Hypocritical Voting for the MLB Hall 1:54:00 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:35 Doug's Big One = ASU Can Be IU! 41:04 CARDINALS: Strike Out 53:34 SUNS: Win but... 1:15:05 Town Hall Tuesday 2:23:44 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:10 "I Have a Dream" 13:00 Doug's Big One = I love my marriage 24:14 Comparing Cardinals to Competition 37:30 SUNS: Bench Mob! 56:36 UofA: Proves Something 1:06:17 ASU: Has a Problem 1:20:36 Playoffs! 1:34:04 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Beer Friday thanks to Hundred Mile Brew! 14:30 Doug's Big One = Dodgers Might Have Killed the World Series 25:44 SUNS Lose But Make It Seem OK 47:00 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 1:14:30 CARDINALS: One Name That Must Be There 1:21:43 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense  9:00 Tell Me Your Life Story 14:30 New Opportunities 17:00 Doug's Big One = Why No Harbaugh Interview 45:18 ASU @ UofA 1:20:50 DBACKS: Meet Nolan 1:26:45 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:30 Thank You! 15:00 Doug's Big One = Be Like Bisciotti 44:00 SUNS: Loss Stinks But... 1:00:45 Territorial Cup Preview 1:18:58 DBACKS: Acquiring Arenado 1:30:30 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four Minute Offense 9:35 Scooby-Doo 12:00 Washing Machine 20:45 Doug's Big One = Cards' Coaching Search 38:30 Guru Rich on the Unplugged Fantasy League 1:00:15 NFL Playoffs 1:06:00 Sam Leavitt to LSU 1:16:05 Arizona Legislature 1:22:21 Koepka's Back 1:35:51 Illegal Screen 1:41:00 Town Hall Tuesday 2:42:20 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Sick House 12:20 Doug's Big One = ATL Hires former QB to be Prez!! (Hint) 44:30 SUNS: Hottest Team in the NBA 1:14:20 UofA Hoops 1:23:30 ASU Hoops 1:35:40 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 11:30 Go D-Backs 15:05 Doug's Big One = NFL Stop Doing That 25:25 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 54:40 Cards Insider and HOF voter Howard Balzer 1:34:00 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 10:30 Positive Thinking Thursday 23:00 Doug's Big One = The Cards Should Hire: 36:00 Dropping Dimes on 12+ 1:08:30 SUNS Win!! 1:24:15 D-Backs Renovations 1:36:20 ASU: It Doesn't Look Good for Bobby 1:43:37 UofA: That's a Final Four Team 2:01:30 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:45 Doug's Big One = Hire Harbaugh 33:00 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 1:17:30 Sam Leavitt 1:25:30 Vs Vegas 1:33:22 Bobby Mac from yesterday
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 10:00 Saying Something Nice Has an Affect 14:10 Doug's Big One = Cardinals Said All the Wrong Things 1:10:00 Cards Insider Bobby Mac 1:38:04 Go Suns 1:56:30 Town Hall Tuesday 2:55:15 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 My Crazy Week 13:00 El Paso vs Phoenix 23:30 Doug's Big One = Bidwill Should Seek Advice 51:40 SUNS: Wow! Beating OKC 1:29:50 UofA 1:44:14 ASU 2:06:32 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Beer Friday thanks to Hundred Mile Brewing 7:30 Great Day Yesterday with San Tan Ford 20:00 Doug's Big One = Collin Gillespie is My... 41:40 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 1:18:45 CARDINALS: Deep Dive 1:28:44 Go Bobcats 1:34:00 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Ouch 10:00 Golf! 20:15 Doug's Big One = JG Predicts Cards Will Beat ATL 1:16:50 ASU Hoops 1:22:04 SUNS: Dillon the Villian 1:34:00 Odds & Ends 1:45:22 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Christmas 11:30 Big Interview 26:30 Doug's Big One = Go Get Bregman! 39:52 ASU: Why Did CKD Get Emotional? 1:06:15 CARDINALS: Rallis Accountability 1:32:49 UofA: Surprising Statement from Lloyd 1:51:40 SUNS: My 1st Big Disagreement with Ott 2:09:45 Vs Vegas
8:00 Ouch 11:10 Phillip Rivers 16:40 Doug's Big One = It's Just Idiotic 27:40 CARDS: JG's Future 1:14:25 Town Hall Tuesday 2:34:00 Fantasy Guru Rich 2:53:28 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:00 Great Lunch 12:00 Win Fabulous Prizes 16:10 Doug's Big One 29:08 Suns Lose 51:00 Cardinals Look Sorry 1:20:13 ASU: CKD Stays! 1:27:21 DBACKS: Kelly's Back 1:31:30 UofA Looks Final Four-ish 1:44:55 ASU Looks Tournament-ish 1:53:30 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Beer Friday 9:30 T-Shirts from Penny Royal! 14:00 Let's Go!! 18:40 Doug's Big One = Stop Talking about CKD! 28:50 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 51:40 Cards Insider Howard Balzer 1:40:20 Football Deep Dive 1:55:23 UofA @ Bama 2:02:50 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Big Beer Friday tomorrow 11:06 Doug's Big One = Hazen is Handling this Perfectly 31:50 SUNS...Argh 50:30 AZCentral's Dana Scott 1:33:32 CARDINALS: This Could Get Ugly 1:53:02 Odds & Ends 2:09:25 Vs Vegas (I picked the Suns!)
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Oops 17:30 Doug's Small One = I Love Phillip Rivers 24:10 Doug's Big One = I'm Ready for the Unthinkable 34:45 D-Backs Will Trade Marte 1:04:00 SUNS: Ishbia; Book and OKC 1:13:39 ASU Football: MUST HEAR! 1:28:36 ASU Hoop 1:47:15 CARDINALS: Amazing Admission 2:08:25 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 14:10 Doug's Big One = Big Mistake Sam 48:40 Fantasy Football Guru Rich 1:07:06 Suns Do it Again 1:23:30 CARDS: deep defensive dive 1:37:25 D-Backs 1:45:45 Town Hall Tuesday 2:36:08 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:00 Great Weekend 21:05 Doug's Big One = Michael Bidwill Needs a New President/CEO 58:40 #1 UofA 1:14:50 ASU Lawsuit, Hoops & Leavitt 1:58:00 Suns @ HOU & MIN 2:03:54 MLB HOF
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:30 Beer Friday thanks to Hundred Mile Brewing 14:50 Doug's Big One = Do It for Jerry 24:00 SUNS: Everything's Going According to Plan 50:15 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 1:28:10 World Cup 1:46:06 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Earn Your Pillow 15:10 CARDS: Bill? 26:40 Cardinals Players' Back JG 58:30 UofA: The New Realities of NIL and Recruiting 1:11:25 Lane Kiffin 1:19:20 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Whiskey or Tequila 19:00 Doug's Big One = CFP means Clueless Football People 39:00 CARDS: Deep Dive into the Coordinators 1:25:30 ASU NIL with the Small Business Hero 1:42:46 Odds & Ends 2:19:18 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 9:25 Doug's Big One = Suns Win! 34:20 Fantasy Guru Rich 57:40 CARDS: Gannon Opens Up About Losing 1:23:12 UofA 1:40:00 Town Hall Tuesday 2:29:50 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 10:30 Lane Kiffin last night 18:50 Doug's Big One = Bad Fans 26:30 The Territorial Cup 53:40 CARDS: Oh Dear Drew! 1:29:00 SUNS: I Wish They Weren't In It! 1:39:00 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 6:10 Beer Friday thanks to Hundred Mile Brewing 10:50 Annoying out the WaSU 24:00 Doug's Big One = Hawaiian > American 31:16 ASU Hoops in Hawaii 57:50 Breakdown Breakdown Breakdown 1:45:00 The Deepest Dive into the Territorial Cup 2:25:20 Cardinals vs TB: Who's Hot? 2:42:18 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Go Devils! 15:00 Doug's Big One = I'm Sorry; I know it doesn't fit 27:48 ASU Hoops is the Model of Consistency 51:00 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Today's Show 17:40 Doug's Big One = This Could Be the Win that Keeps Hurley at ASU 57:15 CARDINALS: Seriously? JG Thinks He's Good at Late Game Situations? 1:19:27 Town Hall Tuesday 2:11:41 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Let's Explain Friday 11:00 Aloha 20:20 Feedback Please 24:30 Doug's Big One = JG Can't Explain This One 56:30 SUNS: Now Ott Can Coach 1:09:22 ASU: Now Dilly Can Coach 1:25:50 UofA: uhh...Maybe the Professor Can Coach 1:39:05 EXCLUSIVE TO AZ: Bobby Hurley 1:42:33 EXCLUSIVE TO AZ: Sean Miller 1:47:20 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:00 Uncle Hank 14:30 Date Night this Weekend 19:10 Doug's Big One = UofA is the Best Team in America 55:30 Nephew Grant 59:20 CARDINALS: Leadership 1:21:36 CARDINALS: Deep Dive Topic 1 1:31:30 UofA: Deep Dive Topic 2 1:40:30 ASU: Deep Dive Topic 3 2:01:20 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:00 Good Mood Thursday 11:05 Doug's Big One = Get In Shape! 20:44 Suns Win! 37:15 CARDINALS: AZ Central's Bobby Mac 1:03:40 Cardinals Coordinators 1:28:00 D-Backs and Gallen 1:41:20 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four Minute Offense 7:30 I was Stood Up By My Kid 11:20 Doug's Big One = This Town Has Had It 36:30 Fantasy Guru Rich 55:30 ASU 1:31:00 UofA 1:40:31 Town Hall Tuesday 3:02:56 Vs Vegas
00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:30 Stood Up by my Kid 11:20 Doug's Big One = The City is Changing! 36:30 Fantasy Football Guru Rich 55:30 ASU and the NIL "Battle" 1:31:00 UofA lost Arizona Stadium 1:40:45 Vs Vegas
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