Local columnists and hoops insiders Jason Smith and John Martin appear daily 11am - 2pm on 929FM ESPN/680AM!
The Jason & John podcast is an absolute gem for sports enthusiasts, particularly those interested in the Memphis Tigers and Tiger recruiting. The chemistry between Jason and John is undeniable, and their banter is incredibly funny. They keep the show engaging with plenty of Tiger talk, which is a treat for fans. As someone who travels frequently, this podcast has become a staple during long drives, making my travel much more comfortable. Even when I'm in different cities, I feel like I still have a piece of Memphis with me thanks to this show. My only complaint is that there aren't episodes uploaded every day because I simply can't get enough of it.
The best aspect of The Jason & John podcast is the great chemistry between the hosts, Jason and John. Their dynamic is seamless, and they easily bounce off each other's humor and perspectives. This makes for an incredibly entertaining listening experience that keeps you engaged throughout their discussions about sports and other topics. Additionally, as mentioned before, their focus on Memphis Tiger basketball recruitment news sets them apart from other sports podcasts. They provide valuable insights into the team's developments and keep fans updated with all the latest information.
However, one downside to this podcast is that it may not cater to everyone's interests if they are not avid fans of the Memphis Tigers or Tiger recruiting. While some listeners may love this aspect and appreciate the deep dive into these topics, others who prefer a broader range of sports coverage may find themselves wanting more variety in content. It would be beneficial for the hosts to incorporate discussions on other teams or sports to appeal to a wider audience.
In conclusion, The Jason & John podcast is an exceptional show worth listening to for its fantastic chemistry between the hosts and its extensive coverage of Memphis Tigers basketball recruitment news. The banter between Jason and John keeps listeners entertained while also providing valuable insights into the team's developments. Although it may benefit from incorporating discussions on other sports or teams for greater appeal, this podcast is still a must-listen for Memphis sports enthusiasts.

Hour 1--J&J Show Friday 10/24/25--Memphis Football JUDGEMENT GAME vs. USF, Anthony Sain joins in Seg 2 on Grizzlies opening week & Ja

Hour 2--J&J Show Friday 10/24/25--on the Grizzlies opening week, Tigers Judgement game, & Oklahoma vs. Ole Miss

Hour 3--J&J Show Friday 10/24/25--Vikings and NFL, Tiger Football, & Parth Upadhyaya in-studio on Arkansas vs. Tigers St Jude game

(1) Ja Morant pulls the Grizzlies out of the fire for a win in season opener (2) Trysta Krick joins J&J on Grizz big win, NBA gambling scandal & Indiana FB

Hour 2--J&J Show Thursday 10/23/25--Grizzlies, Ja Morant sky ball, Thursday Night FB Vikings vs. Chargers + J&J on Terry Rozier and crazy gambling news today from ESPN

(1) Tigers vs. USF Saturday (2) Bennett Doyle joined J&J in-studio on Grizz Opener & South Florida /Memphis (3) John is heading out to a Virginia Tech fb game and NASCAR event

(1) NBA on NBC was a massive success. J&J break down the broadcast team & event (2) Coach Hurd joins for NBA Opening Day review, Rockets look, Ja Morant & Griz

(1) Grizzlies season opener tonight on 92.9 FM ESPN, NFL QBs, & Russel Wilson (2) Ryan Deady, Ball Cards & Brews III, Saturday at Grind City Brewery - chats

(1) Tony Vitello is leaving Tennessee for the Giants in an unprecedented move (2) Memphis Grizzlies Home Opener discussion, FedExForum lease etc w Drew Hill

(1) "Cap or No Cap" - Ja Morant, Grizzlies, Western Conf, Tigers X Silverfield (2) J&J with Jessica Benson on the Grizzlies, Tigers expectations, & Kiffin

Hour 2--J&J Show Hour 2 Tuesday 10/21/25--Arthur Maulet, MNF, Bluejays advance, & Grizzlies '25-26 outlook + more on Cowboys potential trade

(1) Cowboys potential and possible Maxx Crosby trade (2) Silverfield quarterback decision vs USF coming off UAB loss (3) Frank Bonner, Daily Memphian Reporter, in-studio with a Tigers v USF look

Hour 1--J&J Show Monday 10/20/25--J&J Listeners discuss the brutal loss by the Tigers & Silverfield on 92.9

Hour 2--J&J Show Monday 10/20/25-- Rundown on Grizzlies injuries, season opener & hopes for Grizz, Napier, Kiffin

(1) J&J NFL Look as KC is rolling now, Bears, Titans bad, & Giants blow it (2) Respect Burgers for Ohtani, Mortensen and more (3) Geoff Calkins joins Jason & John to discuss Memphis' debacle at UAB & more

Hour 1--J&J Show Friday 10/17/25--Jason & John over/unders for Grizz chance to win tonight on 92.9 & Ballin + Anthony Sain in Seg 2 on the Grizzlies

Grizz vs. Heat, "Icy Hot Bowl", Browns, Cignetti is rich at Indy +more Griz

(1) Penny Hardaway Tiger success and look at attendance vs. Grizzlies (2) Parth Upadhyaya joins J&J in-studio to glaze on last night's Tigers event (3) New NBA streaming show "Starting 5"

Hour 1--J&J Show Thursday 10/16/25--- J&J think the Grizzlies have serious issues after watching game vs. Hornets & Drew Hill discussed Grizzlies rough preseason and rebounding issues

Hour 2---J&J Show Thursday 10/16/25---Tigers Ballin' on Beale, Bruce Pearl, Jaylen Rose X Chris Weber, Flagg

(1) J&J discuss local performer J Jones & John talks about Rock new movie (2) Bennett Doyle in-studio on Titans firing Callahan, 929 Fantasy fun & Grizz

Hour 1--J&J Show Wednesday 10/15/25--Memphis vs. USF lookahead, Coach Hurd joins in Seg 2 on Top 100 Memphis talent, Penny recruiting

Hour 2--J&J Show Wednesday 10/15/25--Celtics vs Media, Grizzlies Preseason wild look from Pelton, NFL trades? + Grizz/Hornets preview

(1) Grizz/ Hornets preview continued then John on Pretty Ricky... lol (2) Will Memphis get Gameday from ESPN? Insider Info from Fitz & Titans mess (3) Chiefs Left Tackle Josh Simmons out for now & Grizzlies tonight on 92.9

(1) Cap/No Cap on Bears, Monday Night Football, and the Bills (2) Jessica Benson joins J&J to discuss Grizz preseason woes, PHX Pick & U of M Football

Hour 2--J&J Show Tuesday 10/14/25-- Haliburton, Memphis FB '26 home opponents, Mel Kiper Big Board, Mayfield! & more on UAB Football/Dilfer

(1) Around the NFL - Santos and the wild kicking game this season (2) Frank Bonner in-studio on UAB game and Memphis v USF challenge - Gameday? (3) Jason & his son bonded over the Bears last second win+John's son the hooper

92.9 Station VANDALIZED with a Navy Schedule Poster! Who Dunnit? Breaking Down USF's Win; Signs Pointing Towards GameDay Skipping Memphis.

The Rundown: Penny Hardaway @ The American Media Day, James Franklin FIRED by Penn State, KC Chiefs Winning the Super Bowl, Grizz Preseason Game 3; BREAKING Tennessee Titans Fire Brian Callahan.

Finishing Up the Conversation on Brian Callahan's Firing; Respect Burgers: Curt Cignetti, Rico Dowdle, Baker Mayfield; Geoff Calkins on Navy Schedule Scandal, USF Domination on Friday, Penny & Memphis Basketball, Noreaster; Bears @ Commanders Tonight on MNF.

Over/Under: USF @ North Texas, Number of Cam Skattebo NFL Seasons; Anthony Sain on the Grizzlies Start to Preseason, GG Jackson and Cedric Coward Struggles, Lack of Depth in the Frontcourt, Grizzlies' Place in the Western Conference.

Finishing Up the Chat with Anthony Sain; The Rundown: Grizzlies' Win Total O/U, Eagles Offensive Issues, USF Now Bigger Underdogs, NFL Action; Savannah Bananas Bringing Banana Ball to Memphis in 2026

Finishing up the conversation on Banana Ball in Memphis, Penny Hardaway Narrowing Down his Search for a New Assistant Coach; Parth Upadhyaya on J&J's John Calipari Interview, Advertising for St. Jude Tipoff Classic, Penny Deciding on Starters, The American Poll Results; Jason Ditches His Laptop to close the show

Coach John Calipari Opens the Show to Talk About the City of Memphis, Support for the Memphis Basketball Program, Penny's Level of Success with the Program; Drew Hill on Following up After Coach Cal, Talking to Coach Iisalo After Last Night's Game, Are We Actually Learning Anything From Preseason?

Finishing up the conversation with Drew Hill, The Rundown: Tigers' Basketball Voted 1st in the American Preseason Poll, Brendan Lewis, NBA GM Survey, Thursday Night Football; Bill Belichick Reporting Differences: Will He Get Bought Out or Not?

Finishing Up the Conversation on Bill Belichick at UNC, Talking Grizz Preseason, Bennett Doyle Joins the Program to talk Grizzlies Preseason, Titans Win Over the Weekend; Playoff Baseball Update.

Hour 1--J&J Show Wednesday 10/8/25--with J&J on Penny's ask to bring back "fandemonium" at FedExForum & Coach Hurd joins this hour

Hour 2--J&J Show Wednesday 10/8/25--Coach Hurd cont' then Grizz vs Celts tonight, Coward, Norvell Coaching Tree, NFL Qbs & Browns & news on Sean Salisbury

(1)...Sean Salisbury and sports radio then Jonathan Gannon from the Cardinals fined $100,000 and the Cards have issues (2) Rob Dauster, Field of 68 College Basketball, on reviving college hoops (3) Bill Belichick could be out soon at North Carolina. Exit talks?

Hour 1--J&J Show Tuesday 10/7/25---Cedric Coward, the Grizzlies, Ty Jerome and Jessica Benson joins J&J to discuss Grizz and Tiger / Gameday possibility

Hour 2--J&J Show Tuesday 10/7/25--Monday Night FB, Jags look good, Grizz, Lebron Hennessy deal, Penny season + more on Max Crosby

(1) Max Crosby, tats, and joe Burrow and the NFL QB Shortage due to injury (2) Frank Bonner, Daily Memphian Tigers Beat, with J&J on Tigers, CFB Playoff (3) Cubs? John doesn't like Canadian franchises in pro sports

Hour 1--J&J Show Monday 10/6/25--J&J discuss the "Celebration of Life" for Jason's Dad, the great Les Smith, & the guys discuss Ja sprained ankle/Grizz preseason opener

Hour 2--J&J Show Monday 10/6/25--Rundown on Memphis Football, NFL and Chris Brown show cancelled at the Liberty Bowl

Hour 3--J&J Show Monday 10/6/25--Respect Burgers for the Tigers, John Martin on Sanchez story & Geoff Calkins discussed Tigers possible Gameday return

Breaking News: Sincere Parker Hearing Pushed Back to November; Drew Hill Joins from Nashville: Cubs Game 3, What Have Learned from Camp So Far?

The Rundown: RIP Jane Goodall, NCAA Tournament Expansion, Thursday Night Football; THE Mike Ceide on Stepping Away from Media, Changes in the Media Landscape Through his Career, Favorite Interviews of All Time, and Making Memphis his Home.

Finishing Up the conversation with Mike Ceide; Three Game 3s Across MLB Today; Bennett Doyle on What We'll Learn from Grizzlies' Preseason, GG Jackson, Tigers Football, and MORE.

(1) WNBA Commish, Dillon Gabriel, The Rock could have Oscar nom, & Curry Bros (2) College Football weekend ahead - Memphis looks terrific. Take on Tulsa next

Hour 3---J&J Show Wednesday 10/1/25--Jason talkin' Grizz with Grind City, Geoff on Tiger FB & Grizz with Coward. John talks about losing $20,000

(1) John beat Jason in Fantasy FB. Monday Night FB. Grizz Media Day (2) Jessica Benson joined J&J & discussed Grizz, Memphis FB, and SEC Weekend FB