Mark Madden

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X THE LIST. Mark is joined by JJ Kramer, the son of Barry Kramer who founded Creem Magazine. JJ talks with MArk about his venture to relaunch the iconic magazine after a 30 year hiatus. ASK MARK ANYTHING!!!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Mark lists his top five frozen foods and golf movies. He also takes your calls about the Penguins future with or without Letang and Malkin becasue there's no need to talk about the Pirates right now.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue. Mark is joined by Josh Yohe to discuss what impressed him the most from the Avalanche's Stanley Cup Championship performance and what he expects the Penguins to do the rest of the offseason with Ron Hextall in charge. No Quarter.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X THE LIST Mark is joined by Sam Adonis to preview his event at the Enclave tomorrow night on the Southside and to discuss his history of wrestling. ASK MARK ANYTHING!!!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order. Mark is joined by Tim Benz to pick his brain on which depth pieces on the Steelers roster will make a difference on the team this year and his predictions on what the Penguins will do with Letang and Malkin.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue. Mark is joined by Mike Rupp to get his opinions on Colorado's Stanley Cup championship run and asks what the Penguins need to do to make any kind of respectable playoff run next season. No Quarter.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about Steelers fans wetting their pants with excitement on behalf of Kenny Pickett making the preseason all-rookie team…but Mark wonders if that is just by default. Another WR just got paid in the NFL and Mark uses what he got to discuss if the Steelers should give legit money to Diontae Johnson or just let him walk. Mark talks about LA Guns some to start the second segment and pushes back at some of the guff he's getting online when it comes to his take on Zach Banners cry for help essentially. Brian Metzer joins the show to talk about the offseason with the team and touch on some of the things Yohe shared in his article. ASK MARK ANYTHING!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about Yohes recent article about the Pens and where they stand with Letang and Malkin. Mark explores the options the Penguins have and what will play out if they bring them both back, just Letang back, or neither. Stan Savran joins the show for the Godfathers usual hit with the SuperGenius. They discuss the Penguins topics Mark layed out at the top of the hour and also wonder what story lines there still are when it comes to the Steelers before camp starts. Mark sums up what there is to talk about in Pittsburgh in the dead days of sports as the Pirates continue to suck royally.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue We have reached the dog days of the Summer period when it comes to Sports Radio...but that's where Mark thrives as a Super Genius. HE touches on a variety of topics in the open, but most importantly talks about the upcoming boxing match between Adrian Peterson and LeVeon Bell We welcome former Penguins and recent hire of Shady Side Prep for Hockey Head Coach Eric Tangradi onto the program. Tango and Mark talk about why he took the coaching job, is this his future or just a side gig, and much more. No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about a tweet he saw from NFL on CBS about the Steelers having led the league 5 years straight in sacks Dan Rosen joins the program to wrap up the Stanley Cup Final and talk about how great the playoff as a whole was. They also talk about the Penguins offseason some as well. ASK MARK ANYTHING!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order What do the Pirates have to do to prove they are serious about their rebuild this time? Mark details exactly what that is to start the hour. He gets back into Britney Griner and some of the reaction he has gotten to that topic. Deshaun Watson is having a hearing tomorrow with the NFL and Mark wonders what more needs to be heard before they just decide on the matter. Mark reads off the results of the 2022 NHL Hall of Fame class which was announced today. Wesley Uhler joins the show to talk about the Stillers with Mark. They discuss where the Steelers might need to address some holes still, how Ogunjobi will help, the run defense, the Tomlin interview and much more. Mark gets back into what the Pirates need to do to prove that they're serious to wrap up the hour.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mark has an idea of what Tomlin's plan to replace Big Ben is, and talks about Colorado wrapping up the Cup Final last night in Tampa. He also gives credit to ESPN for its playoff coverage this Stanley Cup season and makes note of an interesting celebrity boxing match coming up with a Pittsburgh tie. Phil Bourque the Ol 29er joins in on the fun after the Stanley Cup Champ was crowned to talk about the final, the Penguins and HockeyFest coming up in August. Go to Showclix.com and search HockeyFest for tickets! No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List We welcome Eddie Olczyk onto the show to break down the Cup before game 5 tonight with what's always great hockey talk with Edzo. ASK MARK ANYTHING!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark welcomes Jerin Steele from the Trib on the show to talk Riverhounds ahead of their game Saturday. Mark then gets into the Tomlin podcast talk a bit more as well as some Penguins and Cup Final monologues

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Game 5 tonight in the Stanley Cup, and Mark is tired of talking about Tomlin...but still might just a little bit anyway. The Bucco Roundup. BEAT EM BUCS! Colby Armstrong joins the show to talk all about the Game 5 matchup tonight, make his prediction on the matter, and much more with the Super Genius No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about Alex Highsmith working out on the beach while also looking like a huge dork He gets back into Tomlin and wonders what he should write about in his latest column. Matt Williamson our Football Guru joins the program to talk Tomlin, Ogunjobi, and a ton of Steelers stuff with Mark in what's always a great and informative chat. ASK MARK ANYTHING!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about some false perceptions around town when it comes to the Tomlin coaching greatness and the Penguins need to turn the page. Mark continues to beg someone to tell him how Tomlin is a great coach, because you just can't Josh Yohe joins the show for his weekly visit to update us on the Penguins and also talk about the Cup Final.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Mike Tomlin debate rages on here on the Mark Madden show as Mark continues to dispute the notion that he is a great coach. Mark gets into a little Bucco talk as he always does especially in the Bucco Roundup Mike Decourcey from the Sporting News joins the show for a lively debate with Mark about Tomlin and if he is a great or not. No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Abbreviated hour due to power outage difficulties at the station. Mark continues to talk about the question of the day surrounding Coach Tomlin. ASK MARK ANYTHING!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about Malkin and Letang and keeping either or or both will mean for the Penguins. Ray Fitipaldo joins the show to talk about the Steelers signing of Ogunjobi as well as some other Steelers topics we've kicked around the show today.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mark opens the show by asking a very straight forward question – What makes Tomlin a great coach. Not a good one…a great one. That topic dominates most of the open as calls come in trying to make their case for Coach T. Mark also delivers the Bucco Roundup as his Bucco fever is about to reach critical mass. Mike Rupp joins from Tampa to give us his thoughts on the Lightning getting back in the Cup, Game 4 tonight, the Avs goaltending situation, and where the series goes from here. No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about someone who might just take the cake in the category of dumbest athlete of all time. He then gets back into the topics of the day before we talk Stanley Cup with Dennis Bernstein of the Fourth Period and Sirius XM NHL Radio. Mark and Dennis get a full breakdown of the entire Cup final, where it goes from here, the wild scores in game one and two, the goalie battle and much more. Mark recaps some of his time at 3 ICE in Vegas and some rules they might utilize in the NHL from the league for its 3 on 3 overtime format. The Steelers sign Ogunjobi so Mark touches on that to wrap up the show before we get to ASK MARK ANYTHING!!!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about the Steelers defense and how they must be elite to make the money committed to them worth it. He takes a few calls on the subject as well. Mark discusses the ruling in swimming regarding athletes who have transitioned sexes and if they can compete. He takes a call on the topic and then moves onto more Steelers talk and positions they might need in the offseason. The Godfather Stan Savran joins the show for his weekly segment with Mark to talk mostly Steelers and what Stan's thoughts are on that Steelers defense, as well some other topics.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mark is back in the saddle from his vacation and there's a lot going on, including the Steelers and Larry Ogunjobi having a visit today. Mark caught Bucco fever over the weekend, touches on LIV golf and wraps the open with a couple more Steelers notes. Mark delivers his first Bucco roundup in a few days and then gets back into some Steelers thoughts. Dave Molinari, Mr. Electricity joins the show to talk about the Penguins offseason and the piece he wrote about their usual formula for success with being bad to be really great. No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim Plays a bite from Torts about how the Flyers have always been his dream job…which just makes you puke. He also plays back the Claypool sound bite about where Chase sees himself as far as the pecking order of NFL wide outs. A former Steeler also went to twitter with a questionable take regarding himself that Tim doesn't necessarily buy. Tim shares a bit of a disgusting story from the station kitchen and the snack situation. He then plays a clip from Bart Scott with his opinion of Brady v Manning and who was scarier to face. If you missed Tim's discussion with ex Steelers QB Jim Miller from the show Friday, we play that back to get his thoughts on the Steelers QB battle, and his personal experience in a 3-way QB battle with the Steelers under Coach Cowher. Tim wraps up the show talking about a cool concert in Greensburg tonight, and remember a very important day in Pirates history.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim cannot believe something that was tweeted by a former Steelers player that you'll just have to hear to believe. He then plays back something Jim Miller said when he joined him last week to talk Steelers QB battle in relation to Trubisky. Tim then reads some tweets and email reaction he's gotten for today's show before playing a clip from Mark about 3ICE and something that the NHL might adopt from the league for its 3 on 3 overtime format. We then are joined by Greg Linelli from Bolts radio to get a full breakdown ahead of Game 3 tonight between the Avs and the Lightning with Tampa on the ropes of elimination as we close out the Four PM hour

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim opens up with Jarry and the Penguins and if they can win with him in the net. Do the Avs illustrate how big the gap is for the Penguins or that you can win without a super star tender? We hear from Mark Madden too and his thoughts on that very subject. Tim also touches on something Chase Claypool We hear that clip from Claypool as well as discuss Jack Suwinski's 3-HR day over the past weekend. Seth Rorabaugh joins Tim on the show to talk about the Cup final and Tampa being on the ropes tonight for Game 3, Jarry being the guy for the Penguins when it comes to goalie, the task of bringing back Geno and Letang, what about the other UFAs under the big two, and much more. Tim shares a note about a local College Football athlete signing with the WWE to wrap up the hour.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim talks about a particularly odd thing in his eyes that he's noticed some Penguins fans have been doing surrounding their rooting interest in the Stanley Cup Final to open the hour. He expands on the Lightning and what an accomplishment it would be to get a three peat We hear more from Colin Cowherd on the state of the Steelers as well before talking about the rooting interest against Tampa with a caller doing that very thing. Mike Prisuta then joins the show to talk to Tim about the Cup finals, the betting angles for them, and some Steelers stuff as well to wrap up the show.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Jim Miller, Ex Steelers QB and the winner of the 1996 Steelers 3 – way QB battle joins Tim on the show to talk about his sit down with Bill Cowher and his experience during that 1996 season. Jim also weighs in on the Steelers current QB battle as we kick off the 4 o clock hour. Tim gives a quick update on the Joc Pederson Tommy Pham fantasy football saga as it took another turn. Gerry Dulac joins Tim on the show to talk Steelers in the wake of the Minkah signing and talks about his memories of the OJ Bronco chase on the today the anniversary, talk a little golf and LIV golf league with Tim too as the US Open is currently happening and then of course get to Minkah Tim shares a nugget from a former Torts player regarding his hire in Philly and shares his twitter poll results

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim starts with the hiring of Torts to the Flyers and how that might look on both ends of the spectrum. Tim lets you know if he is a fan of the hire in terms of what it means for the Pens or not and what the general reaction has been to the move. The Warriors won the NBA title and Tim touches on that for just a brief moment to wonder if the Warriors are indeed a dynasty. Tim then delivers the Ex-bucco roundup, as he talks about a former couple of Bucco pitchers who are tearing up the National League on the West Coast this season, and also touches on a former promising prospect floundering a bit so far down in Tampa. Tim plays a clip from Rich Eisen on the Steelers that he doesn't quite agree with to wrap up the hour.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden We hear some sound from HOF coach Bill Cowher to open the hour. Cowher talks about the 1996 3 -way QB battle he oversaw, Trubisky, and Pickett. Tim discusses coaches thoughts on all subjects. We also hear from Colin Cowherd on the Minkah Fitzpatrick deal and Tim shares more of his thoughts on it. Tim talks about Pickett and the notion of him being a “wasted pick” that is already out there. He takes a call on the Minkah deal and the level of quality of their QB play and if Mason has any trade value or if that's mostly malarky Tim is then joined by Jay Recher from WDAE Radio in Tampa Bay to discuss the Lightning and the Avs final after game one to wrap up the show.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim opens the hour talking about the name change of the George Washington Colonials, and Robert Morris' reaction to the potential of their nickname, which of course is the same, may change as well. Tim then gets into Matt Larkin of the Daily Faceoffs power rankings for the Stanley Cup Finals in the cap era and where he put the Penguins series during that time. Josh Yohe from the athletic joins the show for his usual spot talking with Tim about the Cup final and some Penguins nuggets as well. The Stanley Cup isn't going to be Travelling around as much anymore. We'll tell you why…and if there is any connection to the NHL Draft wraps up the hour

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim opens up talking about Minkah and that Steelers Defense and how it compares to the Steelers offense. We also hear from Matt Canada and what he had to say on the QB battle for the team. Tim then clues you in on a team that is actually worse than the Pirates in baseball and shares some shocking Pirates stats too. He then gets into the LIV vs PGA golf tour as the US OPEN is underway today and we hear from Brian Taylor from Real Golf Radio on the matter. Tim takes a phone call on the LIV tour to wrap up the hour.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List The Buccos had a banner double header day yesterday, and Mark takes aim at the man who ruined the would be perfect ending to the day. He gets back into the Steelers and the defense being perceived as elite despite struggling last year mightily especially against the run. Arthur Moates joins the show to discuss the MInkah deal, what he does so well to deserve that money, the defense improving from last year, and much more in a great interview. ASK MARK ANYTHING!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark makes his Stanley Cup official prediction for Lighting vs Avs. He then gives someone some credit who he never thought he would in regards to Colorado's head coach refusing to name a starting goalie for tonight's game. Mark reacts to some tweets about his thoughts on the Minkah deal and how too many people just won't understand the true caliber and quality of this Steelers team. We then are pleased to be joined by Gennedy Volichkin, Malkins former GM in the KHL, to discuss the possibility of the KHL luring Malkin away from the NHL and back to Russia Mark gets back into the Minkah deal and the Buccos to wrap up the hour

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X OPENING MONOLOGUE MINKAH FITZPATRICK GOT HIS NEW CONTRACT FROM THE STEELERS, MAKING HIM THE HIGHEST PAID SAFETY IN THE LEAGUES HISTORY. MARK SHARES HIS THOUGHTS IN THE OPEN ABOUT THE DEAL, AND A LITTLE BUCCO'S NOTE AS WELL. Mike Rupp then joins the show to give us a full break down of the Stanley Cup with game one being tonight between Tampa and the AVS. Mark gets back into the Minkah deal, and how in a vacuum it's a great deal for a great player…but this isn't in a vacuum and Mark wonders what the deal means for the long-term No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Najee took offense to how some in the media were talking about his weight, so Mark give him something to really take offense about, ya big fatso Najee. We then welcome the Godfather Stan Savran onto the program to talk with Mark about the Stanley Cup final and pick Stans brain on some Steelers QB topics before wrapping up. Ask Mark Anything!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark gets more in depth with Kris Letang and what he's hearing from the Letang camp that the two sides are working towards a deal bringing him back to Pittsburgh. We welcome Logan Cooley onto the program, the West Mifflin native who will go top 3 in this summer's NHL draft, to talk to Mark about the draft process, what makes him great, his odd love for one of the Penguins biggest rivals, and much more in a great interview with one of the best hockey prospects in Pittsburgh history.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mark's heard from inside Letangs camp that the Penguins do have a legit chance to keep Tanger. Mark also touches on some Steelers and NFL notes to open and oh ya the Buccos sucked out loud again last night…which leads naturally to the Bucco Roundup It's a great pleasure to be joined by Larry Murphy, ex of the Penguins and four time cup champ overall as well as hall of famer next. Murph talks about 3 ICE the league he's coaching in starting this weekend as well as talk about his playing days being on two separate dynasties, the way defense is played now, and of course the infamous Murphy dump. Mark talks more about Letang and what he's hearing from his camp about the sides being close. No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark says goodbye to the Rangers and their cheap shot antics, which only got them so far this Stanley Cup playoff. The Calls finally start coming in and Mark discusses LIV golf and the Steelers QB question of the day with them. Jeffri Chadiha of NFL Network and NFL dot com joins the show to talk about Pickett v Trubisky and some other storylines around the NFL offseason. ASK MARK ANYTHING!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark gets into depth on Jacob Trouba and the likes of him and hockey is always in it's own way. Not only do they not care about the dirty cheap shot play in the league, but there is no accountability for it by anyone. Mark then gets back into his notion that the NHL is run by the GMs and not the Owners like say the NFL is. The GMs are the people making the decisions and influencing the board of directors to keep the league run on their terms. Scott Burnside of The Daily Faceoff joins the program for a breakdown of the Stanley Cup final between Tampa and the Colorado Avs. Scott tells us big matchups, weighs in on the goalie disparity, make his official pick and much more. Mark wraps up the hour by talking about the JuJu farewell party and we have breaking scandalous news about Conor McDavid that is just too sweet.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Buccos have really been red hot lately. Remember when all the marks said that the Pirates would be running this town soon? Maybe not so soon. Mark also touches on the Cup final and who he is leaning towards in the matchup. He also poses an important question surrounding the Steelers and the QB position this coming season. The Bucco Roundup comes next and Mark talks more about the dirty hits by the Rangers as they bowed out to Tampa on Friday night. Mark Kaboly joins the show to help answer Mark's question of will the Steelers get better QB play this season than they did with Ben last year? They go over a multitude of Steelers topics as well throughout the course of the interview No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about the Steelers defense, but more specifically the people who are adamant that the defense will be elite this coming season. He gets back into the topics of the day before welcoming Dan Rosen onto the program to talk some NHL hockey playoffs with Double M. Ask Mark Anything!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark shares his top 5 rival sports leagues to main stream sports in history. He then transitions back into touching on LIV golf some with a caller, the Turbisky Pickett debate, and the Diontae Johnson contract situation. Dale Lolley joins the show to give us the scoop on Mini Camp now that that's over with and we look ahead to what might be done heading towards training camp at St Vincent.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Game 5 last night has the Lightning on the cusp of a third straight Cup final. Mark shares his thoughts there, offers up some questions on the Steelers and Penguins for today's show, and touches on Diontae Johnson and his contract demands The Bucco Roundup is right before we welcome Senior NHL writer Matt Larkin on the program from the Daily Faceoff to get his thoughts on the finals, the Avs just waiting in the wings, and what the Pens might do this offseason. No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about the biggest food culprit when it comes to gaining weight excessively…the late night pizza. He resets the topics of the day and dives into the Pickett and Trubisky debate with the callers. Josh Yohe joins the show to update us on the Penguins and if there is even any contact with Geno or Tanger, the state of Mike Sullivan, some Free Agent types that might be out there, and they also look towards the conference finals as game 5 is tonight in MSG Ask Mark Anything!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about some of the fattest athletes of all time in the wake of seeing Vogelbach on the PIrates "Run" the bases last night. Mark also delivers his top 5 fat athletes ever. Brian Wacker, who covers golf for the NY Post joins the show to give us expertise on the LIV golf tour and what that means for the PGA and the game of golf in general. Mark then takes calls on the LIV tour and discusses Trubisky vs Pickett again before wrapping up the hour.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Trubisky gonna be the starter from day 1. Remember who told you that first. Mark also touches on the NHL playoffs as game 5 is tonight and LIV golf tour which debuted today. John Buccigross of ESPN joins the show to break down the playoffs, talk about the keys for game 5 tonight, how great the AVs are and if their the overwhelming favorite, and of course some Chicken Parm talk. No Quarter

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about the Steelers and three players specifically lacking in humility and how some of that will do the team well. Mark then continues to discuss the Steelers and talk about how no one can see the team as it truly is like he can, and that has been the case for a few years now. Mike Kelly of the NHL Network joins the program to lend his expertise and thoughts on the Conference Final play we've been witness too recently. Ask Mark Anything!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about the DeShaun Watson civil cases piling up, and discusses what the fallout will be around Watson. Mark then gets more into the LIV golf tour and some Steelers talk as well. Gerry Dulac joins the show to lend his expertise in both the areas of the Steelers and their Mini Camp storylines as well as weighing in with his thoughts on the LIV golf tour.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mark is back from his trip and opens the show talking about the LIV golf tour, all the golfers that have moved to that tour, the outrage against it, and much more. Mark then delivers the Bucco roundup before taking calls on LIV and the Buccos. Mike Rupp makes his weekly visit to the show to talk all things NHL playoffs, the AVS ripping through the Oilers, are the Rangers in trouble, who's been the best player in this Conference Finals, and much more with Rupper No Quarter