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.
We head to the home of a minor league baseball team, who just released its rain delay themed uniforms.
Our dear friend from the afternoon show left us a voicemail regarding a particular Husker coach Mike Schaefer adores.
Don't worry! We're not overreacting the soccer game Connor actually watched! We set up the Friday show lineup full of topics!
We react to the NCAA making common sense decisions surrounding CFB.
Sorry to disappoint you, but we have to address a recent NBA trade and Caitlin Clark being left out of the WNBA anniversary poster. We also react to a list of the top CFB players in the 90s.
We get BCs perfect steak order before diving into Husker football "what-if" statistics.
We share our opinions on yogurt, halloween costumes in the workplace, resorts, breakfast foods, and more!
We find out which particular 90s era toy modern day adults are obsessed with.
Did you know UTEP is allowing fans to pick the times for their home football games?
The media days is next month. We find out who Nebraska is sending to Chicago and predict the storylines for the 2026 season.
Determining if the Protect College Sports Act would prevent teams from switching conferences.
We go through the list of performers at Omaha's annual Memorial Park concert before diving into more of the Russini saga.
Mike and Joey catches Connor up to speed on the World Cup before setting up the show.
Wrapping up the show on more legal action in response to the NCAA's 5-for-5 law.
We find out if Sam watched the Nebrasketball movie before diving into the passing of the NCAA's 5-for-5 law.
A Stewart Mandel piece reminds us how great the 90s Nebraska teams were.
We take a nosedive into Phil Steele's Big Ten evaluation for the upcoming 2026 season.
The NFL Supplemental Draft ain't happening. What will Brendan Sorbet do? Also, we react to CFB ratings from the upcoming video game.
Connor and Mike determine if Trae Taylor would start, redshirt, or transfer if Anthony Colandrea returns in the 2027 season.
We look through the list of expensive and unique concession items from the World Cup.
Connor and Mike discuss the NCAA's 5-of-5 eligibility law that's about to go into effect.
Connor and Mike shares why it's good for Nebraska to host non-football events at Memorial Stadium.
Connor and Mike share what's going on in the world of baseball.
Connor shared his spam text story, Mike share his midwestern food roots, and we determine if we've been asked to be apart of TikToks.
Did you know the NBA Draft happened last night? We briefly recap that and set up the show.
Determining if we'll watch the two-hour long Nebrasketball Movie.
Jacob reacts to the recent NBA trades, gets us ready for draft night, and more!
Joey defends his Celtics not pulling the trigger on the Giannis trade. Also, more on Dusty May leaving Michigan to coach the Dallas Mavericks.
Connor and Mike determine which players can maintain such a high status in the NFL.
Mitch shares his final thoughts of the CWS after its conclusion and the potential bill surrounding college athletics.
Connor and Mike react to the Big Ten win totals prediction for the 2026 football season.
We find out why a Banana vehicle drew the attention of local law enforcement.
Connor and Mike rank the NCAA Championships with tiers.
Connor and Mike has takeaways from the 2026 Men's College World Series.
There's mutual respect for the historic football rivalry.
Mike gives Connor a breakdown of what the bill proposition is and how it can impact college athletics.
We set up the show lineup including putting a bow to the CWS, reacting to NBA blockbuster trades, looking ahead to the NFL, and more!
We wrap up the show reacting to Dusty May heading to the NBA and finding out what Michigan fans think of the move.
We're back to breaking news with Bruntz as Dusty May is headed to the NBA. We get his thoughts on that and reactions to everything that has happened over the past weekend with the Huskers.
We find out a former Husker is listed as one of the best backup QBs in the country! Also, Mike predicts Nebraska's QB depth for the 2027 season.
Connor and Mike react to the Missouri Valley Conference making changes to Arch Madness and Omaha potentially hosting half of the First Eight in the expanded NCAA Tournament.
We get Tim's breakdown of the latest recruiting news, the Battle of the Boneyard, the new uniforms, and more!
Connor and Mike answer if Nebraska's new football uniforms will be short lasted. Also, they react to former recruit, now at Kentucky, having a choice of words on Nebraska.
We're shocked to find out a quiet Aussie breaking the record for world's loudest shout by individual.
We react to Nebraska's new football jerseys and determine why there's a lot of build up for the announcement.
We have a winner-take-all CWS finale! Connor and Mike briefly recap the first two games before previewing the championship.
We have a Game 3! We set the show where we'll preview the winner-take-all CWS Finale, react to Nebraska's new look, celebrate the US Men's Soccer Team winner their group, and more!
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