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Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon face off in the nation's capital on the day's hottest topics.

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    The PTI podcast has become an integral part of my daily routine. I have been watching and listening to this show since it started, and it has become a cherished evening activity for me. Whether I'm grabbing a beer and sitting on the porch, or just relaxing at home, playing today's episode is always a delight. Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon are a perfect match, providing a combination of wisdom and humor that keeps me engaged throughout each episode.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the diverse range of sports topics that Tony and Michael cover. They touch on everything from mainstream sports like basketball and football to more niche topics, ensuring that listeners stay well-rounded in their knowledge of the sports world. Additionally, they are not afraid to discuss controversial or lesser-known subjects, making for engaging and thought-provoking discussions.

    However, there are moments when the choice of topics can be sub-par. Occasionally, the show focuses on events or individuals who may not be as relevant or interesting to listeners. These segments can become repetitive and tiresome, detracting from an otherwise enjoyable experience. Nonetheless, these instances are relatively infrequent in comparison to the overall quality of the show.

    In conclusion, The PTI podcast is an outstanding sports show that consistently delivers quality content. The chemistry between Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon is undeniable, creating an entertaining dynamic that keeps listeners hooked. While there may be occasional missteps in topic selection, they do not overshadow the overall excellence of this podcast. I highly recommend The PTI podcast to any sports enthusiast looking for engaging discussion and entertaining banter.



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    Confidence in Lakers RESTORED?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 26:06


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss whether their confidence in the Lakers was restored in their Game 2 victory over the Timberwolves, if it is over for the Grizzlies and Bucks, and the Florida Panthers' chances of winning the Stanley Cup.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Major Playoff Battles & Valid Complaints In New York?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 26:27


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk if the Knicks should have gotten more calls against the Pistons, why New York need more from KAT, a huge win for Kawhi in Denver and some heavyweight battles in the NHL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Stand Out Performances From Start Of Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 26:14


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk why the wins by the Warriors & Thunder stood out to them on Sunday before talking which LA team has a better chance to advance past Round 1 and Cooper Flagg's NBA potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NBA and NHL Playoffs Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 26:29


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the NBA Playoffs, NHL Playoffs, and Colorado jersey retirements. Plus, Brian Windhorst joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Can Ashton Jeanty be the next Saquon Barkley?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 26:09


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the NBA play-in, Ashton Jeanty, and Montreal's return to the NHL playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Golden State Warriors Punch Playoff Ticket

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 26:31


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss whether Jimmy Butler or Steph Curry stood out more, Trae Young's ejection, and the goal that got the Minnesota Wild into the playoffs. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Are the Warriors Playoff Threats?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 25:58


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss Grizzlies vs Warriors, Shedeur Sanders, and the WNBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Rory McIlroy Wins the Masters, 6th Golfer to Earn a Career Grand Slam

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 26:07


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss Rory McIlroy, the NBA playoffs, and the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    More Interesting: Luka's Ejection vs. OKC or Luka's Return to Dallas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 26:12


    Michael Wilbon and Frank Isola discuss Luka Doncic, Vancouver's comeback against Dallas, and the Masters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Michael Malone FIRED… Does it Make Any Sense?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 26:11


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss Michael Malone's firing and the Florida Gators. Plus, SVP stops by to discuss the Masters'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ovechkin Makes History + UConn Wins 12th Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 26:06


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss Alexander Ovechkin's historic day, UConn's national championship victory, and Houston vs. Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Warriors beat Lakers + Ja Morant Fined

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 26:30


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the Warriors' victory over the Lakers, Ja Morant's fine, and Colorado's pro day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Is the NL West the BEST Division in Baseball?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 26:09


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the NL West, Kevin Willard's comments, and Ovechkin's record hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HISTORIC Night for Steph Curry & Nikola Jokic

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 26:33


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss whether Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry's performance is more impressive, if it is more newsworthy that the Dodgers' start the season 7-0 or the Braves starting the season 0-6, and if the NFL should let players participate in the '28 Olympics. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Is UConn the Favorite to Win it All?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 26:09


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss torpedo bats in MLB, whether UConn women's basketball team with bring another NCAA championship home, and their thoughts on the NFL rule changes. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Are you CONVINCED by Duke & the SEC now?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 26:14


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the men's final four, UCONN vs. USC, and the Yankee's torpedo bats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Does Taylor Jenkins' firing make sense?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 26:43


    Tony Kornheiser and Frank Isola discuss the Grizzlies firing Taylor Jenkins, the stunning ending of Lakers vs. Bulls, and the March Madness Sweet 16. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Sweet 16, MLB Opening Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 26:49


    Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre discuss the upcoming Sweet 16 matchups, the upcoming MLB season, and Nikola Jokic's crazy no-look pass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Russ to the Giants, Dame out indefinitely

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 26:12


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss Russell Wilson joining the Giants, the latest on Damian Lillard, and MLB opening day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Lakers skid continues, JuJu out for rest of tourney

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 26:18


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    Arkansas beats St. John's, Rodgers meets with Steelers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 26:46


    Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre discuss Arkansas' victory over St. John's, the SEC's success in March Madness, and Aaron Rodgers' meeting with the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Final Four Predictions, NBA Tanking

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 26:49


    Michael Wilbon & Tony Kornheiser discuss their predictions for March Madness and tanking teams in the NBA. Plus, Tim Legler joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Surprising NBA Losses, Coach Prime's Proposition

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 26:12


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    NCAA Tournament Bracket Takeaways: Should North Carolina be in the Men's Tournament?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 26:25


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss their biggest takeaways from the men's and women's tournament brackets, the potential for Paige Bueckers and JuJu Watkins to meet before the Final Four, and whether the Bengals paid too much for Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. All that and more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Cooper Flagg Injury Impact + OKC Statement Win

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 26:11


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    NFL Free Agency Continues & NBA Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 26:22


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    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 26:25


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    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 26:41


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    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 26:40


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    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 26:12


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk LeBron's historic milestone, a Dodger debut for a lineup with an embarrassment of riches and if the Chiefs or Bears won their trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Unfortunate Disaster In Dallas & Duke Dominance In Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 26:18


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk what has become a disastrous season for the Dallas Mavericks, Sam Darnold's future and Duke's complete dominance of late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Deebo Samuel to the Commanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 26:12


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    Is Being the Face of the NBA Worth the Criticism?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 26:27


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    Are the Pistons a Contender? + New NFL Overtime Rules? 

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 26:05


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss whether it's time to upgrade the Detroit Pistons to a contender, if the NFL should change the regular-season overtime rules, and whether Jefry Yan will need to change his strikeout celebration in Majors. All that and more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 26:40


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    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 26:16


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    Los Angeles Lakers & Golden State Warriors are RED HOT

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 26:08


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    4-Nations Face-Off Key Takeaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 26:10


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon reflect on the 4-Nations title game and event, discuss whether they agree with Justin Verlander's complaints about the impact of analytics on the game, and if they are in favor of MLB using the ball/strike challenge system in the regular season. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Victor Wembanyama OUT for the Remainder of the Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 25:57


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon give their reactions to Victor Wembanyama being out for the remainder of the NBA season due to blood clots in his shoulder, what they expect to see in tonight's final in the 4-Nations Face-Off between USA and Canada, and Brendan Haywood criticizing NBA All-Star leadership criticism. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Finding The Cap & CFP Changes?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 26:36


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk the possibility of a salary cap in the MLB, Messi playing in single digit temperatures and the potential for the SEC & Big Ten to get 4 guaranteed CFP spots each. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    A Major Moment For Hockey?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 26:14


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk the NBA's new All-Star Game format, Trevor Lawrence not wanting to be a Steeler and the great success of the NHL's ‘4 Nations Face-Off' in hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    4 Nations Face-Off & Fair to Give Travis Kelce a Deadline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 26:05


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the impact of Team USA game's game tomorrow against Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off, how big of a deal it is that the Timberwolves beat the Oklahoma City Thunder, and whether it's fair for the Chiefs to give Travis Kelce a 30-day on retirement. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 26:14


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk who has been most impacted by the major trades in the NBA, the Red Sox signing Alex Bregman and ESPN's P. K. Subban explains the ‘4 Nations Face-Off' in hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Dak Says Cowboys Are Close? NCAA Upsets

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 26:16


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk Dak Prescott saying that the Cowboys' are very close to breaking through for a Super Bowl run, some major upsets on college basketball and the ‘4 Nations Face-Off' in hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Luka Doncic's Los Angeles Lakers Debut & Golden State Warriors Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 26:02


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss how encouraged they were with Luka Doncic's debut as a Los Angeles Laker, the current state of the Dallas Mavericks, and if they are ready to raise their expectations for the Golden State Warriors with the Jimmy Butler addition. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Philadelphia Eagles DOMINATE Kansas City Chiefs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 26:05


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss if they were surprised by how the Eagles dominated the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, what the future holds for the Chiefs, and whether Nick Sirianni's future is secure now. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Super Bowl LIX Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 26:09


    Tony Kornheiser and Pablo Torre preview and give their picks for Super Bowl LIX, discuss whether Josh Allen deserved to win NFL MVP, and if they would rather cover the Dallas Mavericks' madness or Luka Doncic's first game with the Lakers on Monday. All that and more!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NBA Trade Deadline Recap: Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 26:33


    Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss how Jimmy Butler will impact the Golden State Warriors, their confidence levels in the Lakers after landing Mark Williams, and whether NFL players will agree to 18 games. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Trade Rumors Heat Up & Big East Statement For Pitino

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 26:04


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk the latest trade deadline rumors including the idea of Kevin Durant returning to Golden State before talking a huge win for Rick Pitino & St. John's in the Big East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Warriors & KD Reuniting? Garrett Requests A Trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 26:14


    Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser talk the possibility of the Warriors bringing Kevin Durant back to Golden State, Myles Garrett requesting a trade from Cleveland and Cooper Kupp & the Rams breaking up in LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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