Sharp & Benning in the Morning featuring Gary Sharp and Damon Benning. Tune in Monday-Friday from 7-11am on 1620 the Zone and streaming live at www.1620thezone.com
The Sharp & Benning podcast is an absolute gem for sports enthusiasts in areas where it may be difficult to catch the 1620 signal. As someone who struggles to pick up the radio station, I am grateful for this podcast as it allows me to stay updated on all things related to sports. What sets this podcast apart from others is its ability to provide insightful analysis, feature great guests, and ask thought-provoking questions that I have yet to hear on any other sports podcast. Not only does it offer entertaining content, but it also teaches valuable lessons about life. With their focus on delivering the information we need to hear, I hope that Sharp and Benning continue to grace us with their presence for a long time.
One of the best aspects of The Sharp & Benning podcast is the wealth of knowledge possessed by the hosts. They are incredibly knowledgeable sports radio hosts who excel at breaking down the state of Husker sports. It is refreshing to hear from local sports writers who provide a unique perspective on the game and offer insights that you won't find anywhere else. The guests they bring onto the show are always well-chosen and add even more depth to the discussions. Whether you're interested in football, basketball, or any other sport, you can rely on this podcast to keep you informed and engaged.
However, every rose has its thorns, and The Sharp & Benning podcast is not exempt from criticism. One recurring complaint is about Doug, a frequent caller who seems to have bought advertising space which grants him unfettered access to call in and share his Jaysker takes. While some may find his contributions engaging, others find them tedious and boring. It would be great if there was a way for the hosts to moderate such calls or limit them so that they do not detract from an otherwise outstanding listening experience.
In conclusion, The Sharp & Benning podcast is my go-to show for all things sports. It offers a perfect blend of entertainment and informative content, making it a must-listen for any sports fan who craves deep insights and engaging discussions. With the hosts' knowledge, objectivity, and ability to break down X's and O's, they have consistently proven to be two of the best in the area. The podcast also deserves praise for its ability to mix in non-Husker related material, offering a well-rounded listening experience. Overall, I highly recommend The Sharp & Benning podcast to anyone looking for an entertaining and educational sports podcast.
It's selection week! Connor runs through another bracket prediction and we find where the Huskers are placed.
Bruntz recaps a solid weekend of Husker baseball and shares his thoughts on the men's hoop beating the Hawkeyes in overtime.
We find out Huskers men's basketball coach Fred Hoiberg received a big contract extension to keep him in Lincoln. Also, we learned former Husker and current Ohio State President Ted Carter announced his resignation.
Seth Davis suggests conferences aren't required to give auto bids to tourney champs, which sparked a major rant from Connor.
Tim has the latest on Husker football recruiting.
We hear comments from Nebraska offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen regarding the Huskers new quarterback Anthony Colandrea.
We find out a man used taco seasoning packets to steal $40K worth of trading cards at Target.
Are some of the Jays fans trending towards Nebraska?
Nebraska finally beats Iowa and clinched the No. 2 seed for the Big Ten Tournament. Connor Happer and Mike Schaefer break down the game and determine who is the Huskers unsung hero.
Connor, Mike, Joey share who deserves to be in the spotlight.
Connor and Mike recap a great weekend of baseball including the World Baseball Classic, Creighton outlasting Gonzaga, and Nebraska sweeping Michigan State.
Good morning! It's the final week of regular season college hoops. We find out Schaef wasn't at the Nebraska Iowa game.
Connor runs through another random March Madness bracket.
We find out where Jake's stress level is at heading into Sunday's Nebraska vs Iowa game.
We get early predictions for the all Big Ten teams.
The LA Rams are getting rid of their picks, and the Hammond Bears are losing their most important skill players
Apparently the Big 12 Tournament court isn't that great after all.
Connor Happer and Mike Schaefer preview Nebraska vs Iowa. They determine what has to happen for the Huskers to beat the Hawkeyes, which would clinch the super mega bye in the Big Ten Tournament.
We learn more about a particular airline having more authority over its passengers.
We determine which teams we trust the most to win the NCAA Tournament.
We determine which schools produces a fun-style offense.
We have facts about the most populous city in the great northern state of North Dakota.
We recently found out that 5-start recruit Jaxon Richardson didn't commit to Creighton and, instead, selected Alabama.
Happy Feel Good Friday! We got lots of rain! That means spring is almost here! Hopefully it doesn't impact baseball.
Connor sims yet another bracket for Nebraska in the NCAA tournament, and it's the wildest one yet!
Max is back from the NFL Combine. He joins Happer and Schaefer to provide updates on the latest college football headlines.
We get to know the new Husker QB as he spoke with the media during spring football practice.
Breaking down a Jays win against the Bulldogs, but they still need help to avoid playing in the first round.
BC shares the latest surrounding the Nebraska spring football practice.
We share our opinions on the NCAA Tournament, the Crown, the Hinkle leak, Braden Smith's flopping, gulping beer, and daylight savings.
Sarah Baker Hansen joins Happer and Schaefer to share us more on the Fish Fry Season.
Checking on the perception surrounding certain NCAA Tournament contenders.
We react to comments from EJ Barthel regarding the Huskers position in recruiting
Joey shares news of a man trapped in a phone booth trying to order kebabs.
Reminiscing the peak 2000s Nebraska teams before diving into Aaron Rodgers personal life.
Good Morning! We start the day talking fish fry's and explaining why lines are great!
We unveil another potential NCAA Tournament bracket and see where Nebraska is at.
Previewing an early evening match between Creighton and Butler. Also we determine if conferences should eliminate round robin in favor of more non-conference games.
Is there any reason to be concern? Can Nebraska get it done and win their first ever NCAA Tournament game?
It's time to make fun of the Chicago Bears fans as their fans are mad at their starting center Drew Dalman for retiring early.
Sam shares his thoughts on Nebraska's loss to UCLA and potential concerns surrounding it. Also, an update on Husker spring ball practice.
Connor Happer and Mike Schaefer determine if Nebraska will get another 4 years of Matt Rhule. They also compared Rhule's tenure to former head coach Bo Pelini.
Joey shares news of a close encounter between Florida football head coach Jon Sumrall and a 7-foot alligator.
Connor and Mike recap and break down everything that went wrong from last night's Husker debacle against the UCLA Bruins.
The Cardinals are expected to release Kyler Murray. Schaefer plays around the idea of the former Cardinals QB joining his beloved Minnesota Vikings.
Joey discuss his apartment set up, and Schaef shares last night's live stream mishap.
What happened to Nebraska last night, and was it worth watching?
Rounding out the show reacting to the message board clash between rival teams. We also conduct a bracket sim.
We get the latest high school and Creighton hoops update from Jacob Padilla.
We have an Grow Omaha update before reacting to Tom Fornelli's Big Ten QB rankings going into the 2026 season.
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