Stuck in Misery

"Stuck in Misery" hosts Mark Bergin and Sam Renschen discuss their reactions to the movie "American Underdog American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story." The guys reminisce about "The Greatest Show on Turf," they discuss actor Zachary Levi's depiction of Warner and talk about their favorite scenes from the movie. This podcast contains spoilers. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow Sam Renschen on social media: Twitter, Instagram Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin gives one reason to watch each college football team in the AP Top 25. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin reacts to the news of Texas and Oklahoma filing to join the SEC. Follow the money! Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin and Sam Renschen react to Italy's 3-2 penalty shootout victory over England in the Euro 2020 final.  Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow Sam Renschen on social media: Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Joey DeLonjay joins Mark Bergin on the show to discuss their reactions to "F9," which is the latest movie in the "Fast and Furious" franchise. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin ranks the best first-round matchups of the 2021 NBA Playoffs.  He also discusses how LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are trying to make history by winning the NBA title as seven seed.  Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin speaks with FOX 35 producer Eric Heubusch about whether Dustin Johnson can repeat as Masters Tournament champion.  They also discuss what the 2021 Masters looks like without Tiger Woods.  Bergin and Heubusch also explain which golfers to avoid if you're gambling on this weekend's tournament.  Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin and Sam Renschen react to the release of the bracket for the 2021 NCAA Tournament.  The guys discuss the likelihood of a No. 1 seed winning the tournament, Illinois' chances to make a deep run and Mizzou's matchup against Oklahoma.  They also talk about players to watch, which includes Oklahoma guard Cade Cunningham, USC big man Evan Mobley, Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs and Iowa big man Luka Garza.  Bergin discusses Rick Pitino's return to prominence taking the Iona Gaels to the tournament.  Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow Sam Renschen on social media: Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin speaks with former NFL kicker Sean Conley about his new book "The Point After: How One Resilient Kicker Learned there was More to Life than the NFL."  They discuss the dangers of overtraining, how to overcome rejection and the importance of having a strong support system.  Conley also discussed his memories of playing in college with legendary running back Curtis Martin. In the NFL, Conley was a teammate of Barry Sanders and Jim Harbaugh.  Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram  Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

With the announcement that Tom Brady will undergo "minor knee surgery," Mark Bergin explains why he thinks "the GOAT" has won the final Super Bowl of his NFL playing career. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have several key players due to become free agents, including Shaq Barrett, Chris Godwin and LaVonte David. Bergin explains why he likes the Kansas City Chiefs to return to the Super Bowl sooner than the Buccaneers. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin speaks with KCTV reporter Nathan Vickers about his coverage of the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of Super Bowl 55. Vickers is in Tampa, Florida, the host city of the big game between the Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They discuss how this year's TV coverage compares to previous seasons, their favorite Super Bowl memories and which Kansas City area barbecue is best. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin reacts to the NFL blockbuster trade of Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams. In return, the Detroit Lions got Jared Goff, two first-round picks and a third-round pick. Bergin explains why he thinks the Lions got the better end of the deal, but he points out it could end up where both teams benefit. It's just the start of the NFL quarterback carousel during the 2021 offseason. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin reacts to the release of the 2021 SEC football schedule. The SEC season starts on Sept. 4, 2021, with two games that could have an impact on the College Football Playoff: Georgia vs. Clemson (Charlotte, North Carolina) and Miami vs. Alabama (Atlanta). All four teams should be ranked in the Top 15 ahead of the season. Bergin also provides his reaction to the Tennessee Volunteers deciding to hire Josh Heupel as their next head coach. Follow Mark Bergin on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin and James West discuss their thoughts on the Jacksonville Jaguars hiring Urban Meyer as their next head coach. They also make their picks against the spread for the NFL Divisional Round. Also, the guys talk about their thoughts of James Harden getting traded to the Brooklyn Nets. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West make their picks against the spread for all six of the NFL Wild Card weekend games. Can the Buffalo Bills emerge as the favorite in the AFC? Does it matter who plays quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams against the Seattle Seahawks? Does the Washington Football Team have what it takes to upset the Tampa Bay Buccaneers? Will Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens be one-and-done in the playoffs again? Do the Chicago Bears have any hope as a 10-point underdog against the New Orleans Saints? Can the Cleveland Browns overcome not having head coach Kevin Stefanski because he's out with COVID-19? The guys also discuss the most desirable NFL head coaching vacancies. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

“Stuck in Misery” host Mark Bergin and TV news producer Justin Nunez preview the 2020-2021 NBA regular season. The guys think the Los Angeles Lakers will repeat as NBA champions with LeBron James and Anthony Davis as “co-Batmans.” Bergin and Nunez also discuss Kevin Durant’s return, and why Russell Westbrook on the Washington Wizards will be like watching a “Fast and Furious” movie. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Kyle Kirwan joins "Stuck in Misery" to discuss the 2020-21 college basketball season. It includes his thoughts on his beloved Duke Blue Devils, and how Missouri matches up against No. 6 Illinois ahead of the annual Braggin' Rights Game.Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss the keys for Missouri to pull off an upset win. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss the Missouri Tigers' upset win on the road against the Oregon Ducks. The guys discuss expectations for the basketball program in Cuonzo Martin's fourth year as Missouri's head coach. On the gridiron, Missouri has won two straight games headed into this weekend's Battle Line Rivalry against Arkansas. Former Mizzou coach Barry Odom now serves as the Arkansas defensive coordinator. The guys whether Ohio State should be considered to make the College Football Playoff. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin and James West discuss their reactions to the 2020 NBA Draft. The guys wish the NBA on TNT crew had hosted the broadcast instead of ESPN. Perhaps there isn't as much hype because the COVID-19 pandemic prompted the cancellation of March Madness. No fans were able to attend the 2020 NBA Draft to boo commissioner Adam Silver or the New York Knicks' pick. Bergin and West discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves' selection of Georgia's Anthony Edwards with the first overall pick. They also talked about the Golden State Warriors' pick of Memphis big man James Wiseman and the Chicago Bulls' selection of Florida State forward Patrick Williams.Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss their expectations for the 2020 Masters Tournament. Golf's most prestigious tournament is being played in the fall for the first time ever. No Masters round has been played later than April 15. The guys also discuss whether CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz has the best announcing job in sports. Plus, several SEC games got postponed because of positive COVID-19 tests. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West make their picks against the spread for Week 7 of the 2020 NFL regular season. The Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Titans are set to play in a matchup of two unbeaten teams. Baker Mayfield has struggled, but the Cleveland Browns are still 4-2. The NFC East is historically bad so far this season. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Somehow, the Chicago Bears beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football. Apparently, Tom Brady forgot what down it was late in the fourth quarter. Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack dominated the line of scrimmage. The Bears won despite not running the ball effectively for a second consecutive week. Mark Bergin and James West make their NFL Week 5 picks. West believes New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold could pan out for another NFL team in 2021. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

The NFL postponed the Week 4 matchup between the Tennessee Titans and Pittsburgh Steelers after several Titans players tested positive for COVID-19. Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West make their NFL Week 4 picks. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

The NFL's Week 3 matchups are highlighted by the Monday Night Football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens. Mark Bergin and James West discuss how Patrick Mahomes or Lamar Jackson will likely become the favorite to win NFL MVP if his team wins. They also talk about the legacy of Chicago Bears running back Gale Sayers, who died this week at the age of 77. While Sayers was born in Wichita, Kansas, he grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. West discusses an Omaha connection he shares with the "Kansas Comet." Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Former Missouri Tigers and current Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback James Franklin joined "Stuck in Misery" as a guest. Franklin discussed what he's been up to since the CFL's cancellation because of concerns related to the coronavirus pandemic. Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West asked Franklin about his memories as Mizzou's quarterback from 2010-2013. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek Franklin Made Designs: Instagram, Etsy

Somehow, the Chicago Bears pulled out a comeback victory against the Detroit Lions in Week 1. Meanwhile, Aaron Rodgers looks like he's rejuvenated the Green Bay Packers. Mark Bergin and Sam Renschen make their picks against the spread for Week 2 of the 2020 NFL regular season. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

The Kansas City Chiefs kicked off the 2020 NFL regular season with a win over the Houston Texans on Thursday night.Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West make their picks against the spread for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL regular season. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

The 146th running of the Kentucky Derby will be run without fans at Churchill Downs because concerns related to the coronavirus pandemic. Friend of the show and Louisville-based engineer Nick Durbin joins the guys to discuss what the city is like ahead of such an unprecedented race. Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss their memories from having attended the Derby in recent years. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin speaks with WHAS 11 morning anchor Daniel Sechtin about what Louisville is like ahead of the 146th running of the Kentucky Derby. The Sept. 5, 2020, race at Churchill Downs will run without fans present because of concerns related to the coronavirus pandemic.Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin and James West discuss the ridiculousness of the preseason AP Top 25 Poll including Big Ten and PAC-12 teams. The Big Ten and PAC-12 have announced they are not playing college football this fall. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

The SEC has released its fall football schedule with gameplay scheduled to start on Sept. 26. Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss why first-year SEC coaches have a tough test ahead of them, which includes Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

The SEC released its opening-week football schedule. The Mizzou Tigers are set to host the Alabama Crimson Tide on Sept. 26 at Faurot Field in Columbia, Missouri. Alabama has not lost a season-opening game since 2001.Mark Bergin reacts to the SEC opening-week games. The SEC is set to release its full fall 2020 football schedule at 7 p.m. ET Monday. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

 The Big Ten and PAC-12 have canceled their 2020 fall college football seasons because of concerns about the coronavirus pandemic. Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss why the conference leadership decided to cancel and why a proposed spring college football season is unlikely. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

 Mark Bergin and James West react to the SEC's East-West matchups. Mizzou will host Alabama and travel to LSU as part of the SEC's revised 10-game schedule. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

 The Big Ten Conference released its 2020 football schedule. Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discussed what college football fans need to know about how conferences are handling their schedules amid the coronavirus pandemic. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

 The MLB regular season is set to start Thursday night. It marks the return to play for the first of the four major North American professional leagues (MLB, NBA, NFL and NHL) after the coronavirus outbreak began in mid-March. Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss what baseball fans need to know ahead of MLB Opening Day. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

 It's been 41 years since the infamous "Disco Demolition Night" at Comiskey Park in Chicago. On this episode of "Stuck in Misery" classics, Mark Bergin interviews his father Paul Bergin, who attended the twi-night doubleheader between the Chicago White Sox and Detroit Tigers. They discuss Paul's memories of the event, and the roles of disc jockey Steve Dahl and White Sox owner Bill Veeck. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss the New England Patriots' signing of free-agent quarterback Cam Newton. The Patriots will try to win their 12th consecutive AFC East division title in 2020. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

 Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West discuss the plan for North American sports leagues to return in July. The guys talk about why and how the English Premier League resumed play before the MLB, NBA and NHL. It comes despite the fact that COVID-19 infection rates per capita and COVID-19 death rates per capita are two to three times higher in Europe compared to the U.S. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram Intro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there!On this episode of "Stuck in Misery" classics, Mark Bergin reflects on his time sharing the KCOU 88.1 FM airwaves with his dad on Jan. 29, 2015.Paul Bergin came to visit Columbia, Missouri, to watch the Missouri Tigers take on the undefeated Kentucky Wildcats, one of the best college basketball teams ever that failed to win a national championship.Also in the episode, a crazy caller called the guys on Sept. 1, 2014, to compare St. Louis Rams quarterback Shaun Hill to Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning.Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

ESPN’s 30 for 30 documentary “Long Gone Summer" profiled the 1998 MLB home run race between Chicago Cubs right fielder Sammy Sosa and St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Mark McGwire.The guys discuss why the documentary fell short despite its build-up. Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie Kaczmarek

"Stuck in Misery" is back!Mark Bergin, Sam Renschen and James West are set to relaunch the notorious Midwest sports talk show previously heard on KCOU 88.1 FM.The Mizzou grads figured, "what better time than during a worldwide pandemic to bring back 'Stuck in Misery' as a podcast?"The three Midwesterners share their perspectives on the sports landscape as they see it.Follow "Stuck in Misery" on social media: Facebook, Twitter, InstagramIntro Music: Louie Kaczmarek