Dukes & Bell

The full show of "Dukes and Bell" from 6-27-25.

In the opening hour of "Dukes and Bell", Carl and Mike are ready to call it! The Braves split their series against the Mets and it might be time to throw in the towel on the 2025 season. Then, we recap the NBA Draft and talk about the epidemic of achilles injuries we have seen across all sports.

In the second hour of "Dukes and Bell", the guys discuss Aaron Rodgers' comments on TJ Watt's contract negotiations and Kyle Pitts missing out on Tight End University. Then, Marc Raimondi of ESPN joins the show to talk Falcons. Da-Da Lewis wraps the hour with "Yeah Man, No Man".

In the third hour of "Dukes and Bell", the guys talk about the some of the new recruits that Kirby Smart landed! Mike Bell tells you about his terrible time watching the movie "Echo Valley" in the "Guy Talk". We wrap the hour with Hawks' CEO, Steve Koonin.

In the final hour of "Dukes and Bell", we have a discussion about the importance of a fast start for the Atlanta Falcons and why their first 4 games maybe the most important stretch of the season. Next, Grant McAuley joins the show to talk Braves after splitting their series against the Mets and get set to take on the Phillies. We close the show with a little "Clear Your Throat"!

Carl and Mike revisit their conversation with Grant McAuley and express their concerns for the Braves to find a way to get right against the Phillies this weekend.

Carl and Mike are joined by Grant McAuley as they react to Braves loss to Mets on Thursday and preview their next series with the Phillies.

Carl and Mike come back and briefly share thoughts on the Braves continuing to be plagued by inconsistency at the plate and are in desperate need of their offense to start coming through with hits. They then get into some Falcons talk and share thoughts on the first four games of the season to which they both agree will not be an easy start to the season. As the conversation continues, they discuss what they hope to learn and know about the Falcons through those first four games.

Carl and Mike are joined by Steve Koonin as they discuss how the Hawks did on draft night and how impressive Onsi Saleh handled his first draft as the Hawks' GM.

Carl and Mike get back into some Braves talk as they share thoughts on how the team was not able to take advantage of the Braves bullpen after their starter pitcher went down with an injury. As they discuss, they agree there are too many players coming up short at the plate. They then get into some Georgia football talk and share thoughts on how well Kirby Smart and his staff have been doing in recruiting in-state.

Carl and Mike are joined by Marc Raimondi as they discuss his book, Say Hello To the Bad Guys and the event he has taking place which will be moderated by Joe Patrick

Carl and Mike get into some brief Braves talk as they continue express their frustration waiting for the team to get themselves going and agree the team simply cannot hit collectively.

Carl and Mike come back with some brief thoughts on Ace Bailey's situation as it has been reported he has yet to report to the Jazz, who was reportedly a team he did not want to be drafted by. As they discuss, they agree that the perception given from how Bailey's situation is coming off signals he may not be getting the best advice.

Carl and Mike come back with some brief Hawks talk and share thoughts on how Trae Young's leadership was on full display by being in attendance for Asa Newell's introductory press conference. Then they get back the Braves and discuss what the team would look like had he not returned yet as he has been the best player since returning from second ACL injury.

Carl and Mike open up the show with some Braves talk as they share their thoughts on their loss to the Mets on Thursday and agree that pending how their next series with the Phillies results, they may be willing to say it is time for a "fire sell"  as Braves' offense continues to struggle going 3-30 as a team last night and no players were able to draw a walk.

The full show of "Dukes and Bell" from 6-26-25.

In the opening hour of "Dukes and Bell", Carl and Mike react to the Hawks draft night and landing Georgia Bulldog, Asa Newell! The guys also discuss the Braves 7-3 loss to the Mets after Didier Fuentes struggled in his second start. We close the hour discussing what the Hawks next move should be and the decision to extend Trae Young.

In the second hour of "Dukes and Bell", the guys reminisce on some fun nights at a few "gentlemen's clubs" after a call from a special guest. Then, we talk Braves after Didier Fuentes struggled in his second start. Da-Da Lewis ends the hour with "Yeah Man, No Man" asking if Team USA will be able to compete with Team World in next year's All-Star Game.

In the third hour of "Dukes and Bell", Kirby Smart and the Bulldogs land another 4-star recruit, Rod Beard of the AJC joins the show to talk the Hawks draft night moves and more! Mike Bell has some stories of fiery balls of fire falling from the sky in "Guy Talk".

In the final hour of "Dukes and Bell", we are joined by Jermaine Dupri, T.I., and Yung Dro to talk about their new docuseries that's coming out in August! Grant McAuley joins the show to talk about the Braves' Michael Harris II problem. We wrap the show recapping the Hawks draft night before we "Clear Our Throats"!

Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the Hawks draft and why they believe the team is in a good position for their future with all their young players and first round draft picks for 2026. As they discuss, they both agree Onsi Saleh is off to a great start in his first year as the Hawks GM.

Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the Hawks draft and why they believe the team is in a good position for their future with all their young players and first round draft picks for 2026. As they discuss, they both agree Onsi Saleh is off to a great start in his first year as the Hawks GM.

Carl and Mike are joined by Grant McAuley and they share thoughts on Michael Harris II continuing to struggle and having to find his confidence and they preview tonight's matchup as the Braves look to pick up the win and the series win.

Carl and Mike are joined by Jermaine Dupri, T.I. and Young Dro as they discuss their latest project, "Magic City An American Fantasy and how they feel about the Atlanta sports landscape.

Carl and Mike are joined by Rob Beard of the AJC as they discuss the Hawks drafting of Asa Newell and what the potential future of the team could be like. :40 – Carl and Mike

Carl and Mike get into some Hawks talk and agree that it was a win, win for them to draft Asa Newell and gain an unprotected first round pick for the 2026 draft after trading back Wednesday night.

Carl and Mike get into some Braves talk and share thoughts on Michael Harris II and agree the team needs to seriously consider optioning Michael Harris II down in order for him to figure out his struggles at the plate.

Carl and Mike get back into some brief Hawks talk and share thoughts on whether or not the Hawks will make a move to get back into the second round of the draft tonight to which they agree they do not believe the Hawks really have to do so. They then get into some NFL headlines and share their thoughts on the Bucs giving Todd Bowles and GM Jason Licht contract extensions, which they agree is a sign the Bucs are happy with the direction the duo has the team going.

Carl and Mike come back with more Hawks talk and agree in Onsi Saleh doing a good job in his first draft as the team's general manager as he was acquired Asa Newell with the 23rd overall pick and an unprotected 2026 unprotected first round pick. As they discuss, they agree the Hawks now have a nice core group of young players to build around even if the future of the team does not include Trae Young.

Carl and Mike come back and get into the latest sports headlines and share thoughts about the NBA Draft, agreeing it was interesting watching Ace Bailey being drafted by the Jazz despite not wanting to be selected by Utah. They also react to comments by Asa Newell in regards to what type of player he is and what he will bring to the Hawks, to which they believe he will bring a lot of things the Hawks are in need of. They also share thoughts on the Braves losing to the Mets in a tough start for Didier Fuentes and Ronald Acuna Jr. announcing he will participate in the MLB HR derby.

Carl and Mike open up the show with their reactions to the Hawks drafting Asa Newell and gaining a unprotected first round pick for the 2026 draft after a trade made with the Pelicans. As they discuss, they both agree that while they would have liked to see Newell do another year at the collegiate level, they believe has the potential to develop into an impactful player for the Hawks in the future.

The full show of "Dukes and Bell" from 6-25-25.

In the opening hour of "Dukes and Bell", the guys are LIVE from State Farm Areana as we prepare for the NBA Draft tonight. We react to the news that the Hawks have traded for Kristaps Porzingis, the Braves' absolute dominance over the New York Mets, and of course what will the Hawks do with the 13th pick tonight?!

In the second hour of "Dukes and Bell", the guys react to some sounds from around the NFL, including Robert Kraft saying the last two years were the "worst years of his career." Next, Nick Friedell joins the show to talk NBA Draft as we a re just hours away from the first pick being made. Da-Da Lewis ends the hour with "Yeah Man, No Man" asking if you like that Spencer Strider was trash talking Juan Soto.

In the third hour of "Dukes and Bell", Carl and Mike talk some Dawgs and take a look at the ever-growing, impressive recruiting class Kirby Smart is putting together. Then, we have "Guy Talk" a little early today with Mike Bell so we can continue Braves talk!

In the final hour of "Dukes and Bell", we talk Falcons and then, we have Onsi Saleh, Atlanta Hawks' General Manager, make his debut on "Dukes and Bell" talking the NBA Draft and what the plan is for the Atlanta Hawks. Afterwards, we are joined by Lauren Williams and take you right up to the start of the draft and Pastor Troy joins the guys to talk about his new album!

Carl and Mike are joined by Lauren Williams as they preview the NBA Draft and what the Hawks may possibly do with the 13th overall pick.

Carl and Mike are joined by Hawks GM Onsi Saleh as he talks with them about the NBA Draft and how the Hawks look to improve their roster to become a contender

Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk and share some thoughts on Kyle Pitts not being in attendance at Tight End U as they agree it was an opportunity for the Falcons' tight end to possibly pick up great knowledge from other top tight ends in the league.

Carl and Mike come back with more Braves talk and share more thoughts on their win over the Mets on Tuesday and agree that while it was good to see the bull pen be able to close out for the win, they believe the Braves are still in need of addressing having a solid closer.

Carl and Mike come back with some brief Hawks talk and react to comments by listeners as they took issue with Audacy, NBA Insider Nick Friedell, stating he believes the Hawks should move on from Trae Young as he believes the team will not be led to a championship by Young. As they discuss, they agree that while they believe the Hawks have never really provided Young with a legitimate star, they also believe at this stage in his career, the Hawks have to consider everything, even if that includes a possible trade of Young.

Carl and Mike are joined by Audacy, NBA Insider Nick Friedell as they discuss the NBA Draft and the possible direction the Hawks may go with the 13th overall pick and what the new look Hawks will look like with the addition of Kristaps Porzingis.