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Anthony Rothman and Matty Ice break down the world of sports as only they can . . . naked from the waist down. Catch the live experience weekdays from Noon-3pm on 97.1 FM in Columbus, on The Fan App, or at 971thefan.com. The Fan, Ohio's Sports Destination.

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    Rothman & Ice April, 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 136:11


    Happy Friday! It's Spring Game Eve for the Buckeyes. Do you over promise and under deliver, or do you under promise and over deliver? Austin Ward joins the show. We have an NFL Draft themed game of Overs and Unders. We still have some thoughts leftover from yesterday's joint press conference with Don Waddell and Rick Bowness. Larry Johnson gives us a clue into what's up with the Buckeyes DLine. The betting odds are out for which players are likely to get drafted 10th overall, a spot that is (currently) held by the Bengals. We throw some Chin Music with Jensen Lewis. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 118:28


    Happy Thursday! News breaks right before the show that the Blue Jackets are expected to make Rick Bowness the full-time coach. Should the Bengals sell the #10 pick for a Maxx Crosby trade? Mike Renner of Pushing the Pile joins the show. Dave Maetzold joins the show in-studio to talk Blue Jackets. What does Ryan Day want to see in the Spring Game this weekend? We air the Rick Bowness and Don Waddell press conference. Brenden Deeg of The Score joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 15, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 122:41


    Happy Wednesday! Rick Bowness had a postgame press conference for the ages calling out the Blues Jackets' lack of effort in their season finale. Zach Werenski joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. Tyvis Powell thinks the Browns are winning the AFC North. Longtime protector of Tom Brady's blindside and Ohio native Matt Light joins the show for some amazing storytelling and discussion about The Light Foundation. Ryan Day discusses the Spring Game. Mel Kiper put out his final mock draft. Adam Schefter joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 135:42


    Happy Tuesday! The CBJ are officially eliminated from the playoffs with 1 game left in the season. A debate breaks out regarding the level of disappointment that stems from this elimination. Bob McElligott joins the show. We discuss sports fans who try to turn themselves into their own characters. Tyvis Powell joins the show. Ohio State is polling their fans on what upgrades they'd like to be made to The Shoe and The Schott. Bobby Carpenter joins the show. We're one year into the Travis Hunter draft trade, and it's sure looking like the Browns are big winners in that one. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 135:15


    Happy Monday! The Jackets are in the jackpot now. Rory McIlroy goes back to back at Augusta. Bob Harig, author of "Tiger V. Jack," joins the show to talk Masters. We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Yours. Adam King joins the show for A-dumb's King-dumb. What is the truth behind Rothman's bet with Scotty Vegas? Ian Fitzsimmons joins the show. And we update our Dinger Draft in Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 136:43


    Happy Friday! The Jackets are hoping and praying at this point. It's Friday at The Masters. Todd Monken says there's only one way to change the culture and perception of the Cleveland Browns... We play Overs and Unders. A golfer got kicked out of The Masters, but would the same rules apply to somebody more famous? We play Under Pressure. Howard Griffith of the Big Ten Network joins the show. Ohio State's football win total for the fall has been released. Bob McElligott joins the show to talk Blue Jackets. Rothman wants a second shot at stumping TLC. We throw Chin Music with Jensen Lewis. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 136:41


    Happy Thursday! It's the first round of The Masters today. One NFL reporter explains why he predicts Caleb Downs to fall out of the Top 10. Ryan Roberts of A to Z Sports joins the show to talk NFL Draft. Urban Meyer invented a new trend in the Big Ten. TLC has a take on Ohio State that is so hot that we can't find a single listener to agree with him yet. Dan Dakich joins the show. Devin Sanchez looks to capitalize on his expanded role this season. Rothman has a Masters Trivia game for TLC to win a Core Power. Dan Hampton joins the show for Gold Jacket Thursday. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 136:24


    Happy Wednesday! Blue Jackets win it in shootout fashion to keep their playoff hopes alive. Ryan Day speaks on his expectations of Julian Sayin in year 2. Adam Schefter joins to speak on the NFL Draft and what the Browns are thinking with Myles Garret, a Masters preview from Augusta, Jeremiah Smith turning down huge offers to stay at Ohio State, and more on this episode of Rothman & Ice.

    Rothman & Ice April, 7, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 136:35


    Happy Tuesday! Michigan won the National Championship in basketball. Does that impact Ohio State's program at all? Dave Biddle of Bucknuts joins the show to talk Buckeye spring ball. The CBJ and the Red Wings are both trying to snap their losing streaks on each other tonight. If Jeremiyah Love somehow falls to 10, should the Bengals just overdose on offense? Peter Shrager releases the most anti-Buckeye mock draft yet. Bobby Carpenter joins the show. Adam Jardy joins the show to talk Buckeye hoops. And we Tell the Truth about a fight that's about to break out perhaps this evening.

    Rothman & Ice April, 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 123:12


    Happy Monday! The Jackets are REALLY feeling some pressure now. We were supposed to get some great Final 4 matchups... We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Kinda Yours. Carnell Tate's draft stock is on the rise. We have A-dumb's King-dumb and debate if Michigan's basketball success applies extra pressure to the Ohio State basketball program. Anthony needs a sports rule to be changed NOW. We update the Dinger Draft, and we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 134:36


    Happy Friday! You're in the office baby! The Jackets are in danger. The Final 4 is this weekend. We play Overs and Unders. A trivia question derails a segment. We play Under Pressure. Dan Dakich joins the show. James Laurinaitis highlights his LB room. An impromptu debate breaks out. Fernando Mendoza vs Joe Burrow vs Kirk Cousins. We throw some Chin Music with J-Lew. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 144:40


    Happy Thursday! An NFL QB is on the move. Adam Schefter joins the show. Tyvis Powell thinks the Browns should nab Jeremiyah Love if he slides to 6. Ryan Day says that he would prefer a draft in college football instead of recruiting players. A former NFL 1st Rd QB is training for the flag football team in the Olympics. The Blue Jackets are dealing with some pressure. Ryan Day hints at some serious potential for Chris Henry Jr. right away. Is the biggest NFL offseason storyline taking place in Ohio? Spencer Holbrook of Lettermen Row joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice April, 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 140:46


    Happy Wednesday! Are we starting to grow concerned with the Blue Jackets? We discuss Shedeur vs 4. Ben Axelrod joins the show. Tiger Woods is seeking rehabilitation for his radio addiction. Zach Werenski joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. We play In or Out. Mike McCarthy praises Will Howard emphatically. We respond to a listener email critiquing a contributor to the show. Are preseason games important for the NFL? And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 31, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 137:36


    Happy Tuesday! Tiger Woods has a really bad excuse for his DUI crash. We do Tuesdays w/ Tyvis. A former Buckeye wants to re-retire his jersey. A former NFL QB has a hot take about the AFC North moving forward. Jimmy Haslam all of the sudden is a Deshaun Watson believer again. Jordan Dajani of CBS Sports joins the show to talk NFL. Ryan Day wants to see Julian Sayin use his legs as a threat to the defense. Bobby Carpenter joins the show. Is there such thing as too much football? And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 138:29


    Happy Monday! What happened at the end of Duke and UConn in the Elite 8 is all time stuff. Brad Larsen joins the show to talk Jackets. We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Yours (kinda). If you get put on the kiss cam on a first date, do you go for it anyway? Adam King joins the show for A-dumb's King-dumb. Devin Royal surprised us with a move to the transfer portal. Andrew Berry addresses Myles Garrett trade rumors head on. Ian Fitzsimmons joins the show. And we Tell the Truth about Tiger Woods.

    Rothman & Ice March, 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 135:37


    Happy Friday! We discuss the CBJ loss to Montreal. Rothman receives breaking news from important sources. ESPN college basketball analyst Dalen Cuff joins the show. We play Overs and Unders. Mel Kiper is still serving as Shedeur's bodyguard. We play Under Pressure. Joe DeLeone joins the show. We learn about TLC's secret group chats. "Basketball school" is an insult. We're surprised by who is the odds on favorite to win NFL COY next season. Austin Ward joins the show to talk Buckeyes. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 135:58


    Happy Thursday! We uncover some secret missing audio from yesterday's interview with Damon Severson. Is there any chance the Browns move Myles Garrett this offseason? Ryan Day discusses having so many projected 1st Round draft picks this year. Frank Caliendo joins the show for two segments. Dan Dakich joins the show. We're excited for Opening Day! We throw some Chin Music with our boy Jensen Lewis. And we Tell the Truth!

    Rothman & Ice March, 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 135:46


    Happy Wednesday! The Jackets had a nice victory last night. Arthur Smith explains why he chose Ohio State. Adam Schefter joins the show. Joe Flacco calls other NFL teams dumb for not wanting him. We play In or Out. We have a draft for who will hit the most home runs this MLB season, loser buys lunch. Mock drafters are loving the Buckeyes. Bobby Carpenter joins the show to discuss what he saw at Ohio State's pro day today. Damon Severson joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 134:20


    Happy Tuesday! Fernando Mendoza is not exactly a runaway QB1 in this NFL Draft. Would pro flag football players be better than NFL players for Team USA in the summer Olympics? We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Yours. We talk about March Madness. We have Tuesdays with Tyvis. Ohio State basketball should hang a banner. Tiger Woods fooled us all. Dean Evason went on a podcast and suggested that he thinks the Blue Jackets would also be a playoff caliber team right now if they kept him. Bobby Carpenter joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 90:49


    Happy Monday!! One weekend of March Madness is in the books, now that the dust is settled where do we stand on Ohio State's season. The CBJ are now a favorite to make the playoffs can they run through the rest of their slate and lock in a spot. Adam King, Ian Fitzsimmons, Buckeye Bulletin, Tell The Truth, and more on this episode of Rothman & Ice.

    Rothman & Ice March, 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 134:23


    Happy Friday! You're in the office baby! Ohio State basketball is no longer after their first round exit vs TCU. Did you have a problem with the final play of the game? Adam Jardy of the Columbus Dispatch joins the show. We play Overs and Unders and Under Pressure. We already have the answers for who can and can't win the tournament. A former Buckeye says Ohio State basketball has the worst fans in sports. Madness happens live during the show. Dave Maetzold joins the show discuss Blue Jackets success. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 18, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 135:14


    Happy Wednesday! It's March Madness Eve, and the Buckeyes will get things going early tomorrow vs TCU. Adam Schefter joins the show. Rothman and TLC have more pop culture knowledge than you might suspect. Zach Werenski joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. We play In or Out. Dan Dakich joins the show. Jon Diebler joins the show. People are making too big of a deal out of Ohio State's low win total for the football season. We make our Final 4 predictions, and we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 135:42


    Happy Tuesday! Joshua Perry is hanging out with us again! Rothman's friend set him up for a scam on Facebook Marketplace. Mel Kiper dropped a new mock, so what does it look like for the Buckeyes and the Browns? We play Party Like a Rothstar. Two callers start to develop a rivalry during The Floor is Yours. Justin Fields has a new team yet again. A Heisman Trophy winner is taking a stand against his university. We discuss Jake Diebler's reaction to making the tournament. Ty Simpson fans have to get creative. We have Tuesdays with Tyvis. And we learn about our relationship with our coworkers during Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 92:05


    Happy Monday! Joshua Perry is hanging out with us today. The Buckeyes are going dancing, and they're drawing TCU in the first round. Adam King joins the show as a major step in the right direction might be taking place for his infamous prediction about a former Buckeye QB. A mammoth of an acquisition was made in the NFL over the weekend. JJ Sullinger joins the show to talk Buckeye hoops and Thad Matta's retirement. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 135:41


    Happy Wednesday! Since we last talked to you, the Ravens have gotten rid of their new best player and found a new one. Adam Schefter joins the show. We had an 83-point game in the NBA last night. Ryan Day's assistant coaches are making a lot of money. We play In or Out. Dan Dakich joins the show. Damon Severson joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 132:53


    Happy Tuesday! It's the first day of Spring Ball for the Buckeye football team. Stephen Means of Cleveland.com was out at practice and joins the show. We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Yours. We have Tuesdays with Tyvis. Bobby Carpenter joins the show. Buckeye basketball coach Jake Diebler joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 90:52


    Happy Monday! Bruce Thornton is now the all time scoring leader for an Ohio State team that is almost certainly NCAA Tournament bound. NFL Free Agency is underway, and moves are already being made. Adam King joins the show for A-dumb's King-dumb. There is a scandal in the offices at Ohio State. Matty's Ravens welcomed in one of the best players in the league over the weekend. A few QBs are moving around the league, and Rothman has his eyes on one target in particular for his Vikes. Ian Fitzsimmons joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 139:58


    Happy Friday! You're in the office baby! The CBJ made a trade, and Rothman's thrilled. Ryan Day is excited about his QB. We play Overs and Unders. EJ Hradek of the NHL Network joins the show. We play Under Pressure. Brenden Deeg joins the show to talk NFL. Did Quinshon Judkins call out Kevin Stefanski? Pat Murphy of Bucknuts joins the show. And we hit a buzzer beater with Ohio State's all-time leading scorer Dennis Hopson joining the show.

    Rothman & Ice March, 5, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 137:02


    Happy Thursday! The Buckeyes opened a can on the Nittany Lions last night. Ryan Day backs one of his players against combine criticism. Zach Werenski gave us one of the best interviews we ever had yesterday. What is the most annoying song you've ever heard? Some people want to see Kyler Murray switch sports. We remember Lou Holtz. Dan Dakich joins the show. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 135:28


    Happy Tuesday! The CBJ completed a sweep of their back-to-back. We have "Nerd on Nerd Crime." Ryan Day discussed what Arthur Smith brings to the table and the motivation for hiring him. Former show producer "CB" rejoins the show to help us figure out how this show can steal 3 days off of work depending on where Ohio State finishes in the Big Ten regular season standings. Now that Kyler Murray is a free agent, who should want him? We play In or Out. Adam Schefter joins the show. Julian Sayin made quite the impression on Matt Patricia early on in camp. Bobby Carpenter joins the show. Kurt Warner is one of the few reasonable people discussing one free agent quarterback. Zach Werenski joins the show for the first time since earning his gold medal. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice March, 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 135:57


    Happy Tuesday! The Blue Jackets blew a massive lead but still won the game. Are we back to loving running backs again? Ryan Roberts of A to Z Sports joins the show. We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Yours reveals the listener of the century for his contributions to today's show. One of our coworkers has a terrible idea to make this show work harder. We have Tuesdays w/ Tyvis live from the drive thru. The mock drafters love the Buckeyes which isn't new, but they're now coming up with creative ways for the Buckeyes to fly off the board. Rothman delivers an impossible trivia question and still gets beat. Ian Fitzsimmons joins the show. And we Tell the Truth about the Bengals and Trey Hendrickson.

    Rothman & Ice March, 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 92:14


    Happy Monday! Did the basketball Buckeyes save their season? The Browns acquired an OLineman, so how does this impact their draft plans? Adam King joins the show with stories from The Schott and from covering the Buckeyes at the combine. A running back is on the move. Is Ty Simpson to the Browns at #6 a realistic possibility? Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre joins the show to talk Blue Jackets. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 143:18


    Happy Friday! You're in the office baby! Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles are lighting up the NFL combine. Benjamin Robinson joins the show. We play Overs and Unders. Is Joe Burrow putting the screws to the Bengals? We play Under Pressure. The NFL organization grades were leaked even though they were supposed to be kept a secret, and one former Buckeye has a terrible approval rating. The Bengals received horrendous reviews. Michael DeCourcy joins the show to talk college basketball. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 142:40


    Happy Thursday! The Buckeyes got trampled on the hardwood in Iowa last night. Todd Monken leaves the door open for Deshaun Watson! Dan Dakich joins the show. The Jets just made a trade that Arvell Reese might find intriguing. Mike Petraglia joins the show to talk Bengals. Is Kyler Murray to Cleveland a possibility whatsoever? If Aaron Rodgers isn't done, the court of public opinion seems to be ruling on one particular landing spot for him. Blue Jackets broadcaster Dave Maetzold joins the show. And one NBA team is really thinking outside the box for how to attract fans to one of their final home games in Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 137:47


    Happy Wednesday! Rothman has discovered an antique. Duke Tobin wants you to know that the Bengals are ALL IN. Adam Schefter joins us live from La Guardia. Do you think Bruce Thornton would rather have the all-time scoring record or make the NCAA Tournament? Dante Fabbro joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. We play In or Out. Bobby Carpenter joins the show. Adam King almost stiffs us. And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 139:17


    Happy Tuesday! The conversation surrounding Devin Royal's absence from the Michigan State game has been odd... Stephen Means of Cleveland.com joins the show to talk Buckeyes. We play Party Like a Rothstar. The Floor is Yours. We do Tuesdays with Tyvis. Matt Patricia has a message for Buckeye Nation. We get in an accidental argument about a free agent QB. Will Deshaun Watson be the Week 1 starter for the Browns? Brad Crawford of CBS Sports joins the show to talk college football. And we have a fun edition of Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 92:46


    Happy Monday! Team USA brought home the gold medal in an overtime THRILLER in the Olympics. ESPN's Tom Luginbill joins the show. Matt Patricia is here to stay! Brad Larsen joins the show for his own personal hat trick to discuss Team USA's victory. One ESPN personality is fantasizing about Myles Garrett getting traded. Ian Fitzsimmons joins the show with a whole lot of energy, even for his standards. And we Tell the Truth!

    Rothman & Ice February, 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 127:29


    Happy Friday! Curt Cignetti got yet another raise because contracts mean nothing in college football. Mike Renner of CBS Sports joins the show. We play Overs and Unders and Under Pressure. Mick Cronin delivered a public apology for his behavior in East Lansing. Who would you rather have right now, CJ Stroud of Bryce Young? Adam Jardy of the Columbus Dispatch joins the show to talk Buckeye basketball. And we get in an unexpected debate during Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 19, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 138:11


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    Rothman & Ice February, 18, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 138:32


    Happy Wednesday! Ohio State picked up a key victory on their home floor last night! Adam Jardy outlined the OSU basketball NIL situation. Adam Schefter joins the show. Tiger Woods discusses his health. 2026 is make or break for CJ Stroud. We play In or Out. Bobby Carpenter joins us live at sea. UCLA basketball coach Mick Cronin has been a soundbite machine all season long, but last night he took it way too far with his behavior toward a reporter. A podcaster wants to play in the NFL next season. Damon Severson joins us for Hockey & Hounds, and that conversation inspires our big topic for Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 125:39


    Happy Tuesday! Buckeye basketball has a big one on deck tonight with a hot Wisconsin team coming to town. The Buckeyes are declared the best program in the sports according to a prominent national voice. Former CBJ HC Brad Larsen joins the show live in-studio. The Floor is Yours. We eventually are able to perform Party Like a Rothstar. We have Tuesdays with Tyvis. Someone has discovered that the American tradition of tipping is a mathematical scam. Who are potential franchise tag candidates this offseason? And we Tell the Truth.

    Rothman & Ice February, 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 90:32


    Happy Monday! A listener emails Rothman and declares TLC "the 2nd most annoying personality at the station." The Basketball Buckeyes leaked oil and lost a winnable game against UVA on Saturday. Adam King joins the show and we discuss our favorite TV shows ever. Who is most likely to get traded this offseason out of these 3: Myles Garrett, Joe Burrow or Lamar Jackson? A noteworthy WR is now free for the taking. Ian Fitzsimmons joins the show. And we disagree about Valentine's Day during Tell the Truth.

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