Welcome to The Arash Markazi Show hosted by Arash Markazi, who spent over 15 years as a sports columnist at the Los Angeles Times and a senior writer at ESPN and Sports Illustrated. The podcast will be published Monday-Friday and will focus on the biggest stories in Southern California sports. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-arash-markazi-show/support
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson are here to break down all the latest sports news. They'll start with a full reaction to the Chargers' thrilling 20-9 victory over the Raiders on Monday Night Football, a win that moves them to 2-0 on the season under Jim Harbaugh. The duo will then turn to the diamond to discuss the Dodgers' disappointing 6-5 extra-innings loss to the Phillies, which saw the bullpen give up a lead late. Finally, they'll give an update on the USC football team, which overcame a slow start and a lengthy weather delay to beat Purdue 33-17 on Saturday and improve to 3-0 on the season. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Grant Mona, Arash Markazi, and Anwar Stetson are here to break down a huge weekend for LA sports. They'll start with the NFL, as the Rams improved to 2-0 with a 33-19 victory over the Titans, a win where Matthew Stafford threw two touchdowns and the defense forced a crucial fumble. The trio will then preview tonight's highly anticipated Monday Night Football matchup between the Raiders and Chargers, as both teams look to stay undefeated. From the diamond, the guys will recap the Dodgers' series victory in San Francisco after a dominant 10-2 win in the finale. Finally, they'll give an update on the USC Trojans football team, which is now 3-0 on the season after a commanding win over Purdue. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Arash Markazi and Grant Mona break down the latest news from around the sports world. They'll start with the shocking new report on the Clippers' allegations, as journalist Pablo Torre reveals that a minority owner, Dennis Wong, invested in the now-bankrupt company that paid Kawhi Leonard, just days before a payment was made to Leonard. The duo will then pivot to the diamond to discuss the Dodgers' recent winning streak, including their series sweep over the Rockies, which put them three games up in the NL West. Plus, they'll give a full update on the USC Trojans football team as they prepare for their first Big Ten conference game. Finally, the guys will preview the Week 2 matchups for both the Rams and the Chargers as they look to build on their season-opening wins. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona recaps a big night in Los Angeles sports. He'll break down the Dodgers' 9-0 victory over the Rockies, a game that completed a series sweep behind a fantastic pitching performance from Blake Snell and a grand slam from Mookie Betts. Grant will then pivot to the NFL, with the Rams turning their attention to Week 2. He'll give the latest updates on Matthew Stafford's health, as both Stafford and head coach Sean McVay spoke to the media about his status and the overall team's injury situation going into their game against the Titans. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona recaps all the latest sports news. He'll break down the Dodgers' 7-2 victory over the Rockies, a win that saw Teoscar Hernandez hit two home runs and Mookie Betts add another. Grant will also discuss the Sparks' final game of the season, a win against the Mercury that, unfortunately, was not enough to keep their playoff hopes alive, as they were officially eliminated when the Storm defeated the Valkyries. On the other side of the league, the Aces extended their incredible winning streak to 15 games with a victory over the Sky. Finally, Grant will provide an in-depth look at the Rams' players' post-game press conferences following their Week 1 victory over the Texans, with soundbites from Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, and Nate Landman. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona breaks down the latest in LA and NFL news. He'll start with the Dodgers, who have flirted with back-to-back no-hitters, as Tyler Glasnow and Yoshinobu Yamamoto both came agonizingly close to making history in their recent starts. Grant will also highlight the Rams' stellar defensive performance in their Week 1 victory over the Texans, a game where the defense carried the team and allowed zero touchdowns. Finally, he'll discuss the new culture taking shape in Las Vegas under head coach Pete Carroll, which was on full display in the Raiders' season-opening win. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Grant Mona recaps an exciting opening weekend of the NFL season. They'll break down the Rams' gritty 14-9 victory over the Houston Texans, where a late defensive takeaway by Nate Landman and Braden Fiske sealed the win. The trio will also dive into the Chargers' impressive 27-21 victory over the Chiefs in Brazil, as Justin Herbert outdueled Patrick Mahomes in a monumental win for the Jim Harbaugh era. Finally, they'll touch on the Raiders' season-opening 20-13 win over the Patriots, highlighting Geno Smith's successful debut as the team's quarterback. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mykell Mathieu are here to break down a wild start to the NFL season and more. They'll give their instant reaction to the Eagles' dramatic 24-20 victory over the Cowboys, focusing on the shocking ejection of Jalen Carter just six seconds into the game after he was seen spitting on Dak Prescott. The trio will also discuss the controversial new zero-tolerance policy on taunting after Nolan Smith was flagged for flexing. Plus, they'll preview the highly anticipated Week 1 matchup between the Chargers and Chiefs in Brazil. Finally, they'll discuss the ongoing investigation by the NBA into allegations surrounding Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Grant Mona and Josh Tariff react to the biggest NBA story of the year. They'll dive into the shocking allegations surrounding Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, including a reported "no-show" endorsement deal and the NBA's decision to launch a full investigation. The duo will discuss what this means for Leonard's future and the potential penalties the Clippers could face. Plus, with the NFL season just days away, they'll give a full preview of the NFC conference, breaking down each division and predicting which teams are poised to make a run at the Super Bowl. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Josh Tariff break down the week's biggest stories. They'll start with a recap of the Dodgers' frustrating 9-7 loss to the Pirates, a game where Shohei Ohtani hit his 46th home run but the team's bullpen faltered. The trio will then shift to the WNBA, discussing the Sparks' impressive end-of-season run and their chances of making the playoffs after a huge win against the Storm. Finally, they'll give their takeaways from a chaotic and surprising Week 1 of the college football season, including a closer look at the big upsets and standout performances. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Arash Markazi provides the latest updates with just one week left until the start of the NFL regular season. He'll recap the most recent media availabilities from Los Angeles head coaches Sean McVay and Jim Harbaugh, including Harbaugh's positive news on running back Najee Harris, who was cleared for full-contact practice. Arash will also give his breakdown of what these updates mean for the Rams and Chargers as they finalize their preparations for Week 1. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Grant Mona and Josh Tariff react to the biggest NFL news of the year. They'll break down the shocking, blockbuster trade that sent All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons from the Cowboys to the Green Bay Packers. The duo will analyze the deal and its fallout for both teams as they head into the season. Plus, they'll give a full division-by-division breakdown of the AFC, predicting who will come out on top and who will miss the playoffs. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona has the latest news from around the sports world. He'll recap the Dodgers' dominant 5-1 victory over the Reds, completing a three-game sweep and extending their NL West lead. He'll also dive into the latest from the Chargers as Jim Harbaugh addresses the media and discusses the team's final 53-man roster decisions, and the surprise players who made the cut. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona recaps a busy night for Los Angeles. He'll break down the Dodgers' 6-3 victory over the Reds, a game where Clayton Kershaw pitched five solid innings, and Will Smith and Miguel Rojas hit key doubles to secure the win. Then, Grant will dive into the Rams' recent roster decisions as they cut their roster down to the final 53, highlighting some of the more surprising moves and what they mean for the team going into the season. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona recaps a busy day in sports. He'll break down the Dodgers' 7-0 victory over the Reds, a game where Emmet Sheehan had a career-high 10 strikeouts and Andy Pages hit two home runs. He'll also dive into the Raiders' unexpected trade for quarterback Kenny Pickett and the surprising news that Jakobi Meyers has requested a trade. Finally, Grant will provide a crucial update on the Rams, as Sean McVay gave positive news on the health of both Matthew Stafford and Alaric Jackson. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona recaps a busy weekend in Los Angeles sports. He'll start with a look back at the dramatic Dodgers-Padres series, which saw the Padres take two of three games. He'll also discuss the current state of the NL West race, with both teams now tied for the division lead. Then, he'll recap the final preseason games for the Rams, Chargers, and Raiders as they now turn their attention to the start of the regular season. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson break down the latest from the world of sports. They'll recap the Dodgers' series with the Rockies, which ended in a split after a 9-5 win. The team will also preview the upcoming, and critically important, series against the Padres. Plus, they'll cover the positive news that Matthew Stafford completed a full week of practice, and discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding Cowboys' star Micah Parsons. Finally, the co-hosts will dive into the latest on MLB's new media rights deals. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Josh Tariff break down all the latest sports news. They'll react to Kelsey Plum's incredible buzzer-beater to lift the Sparks to a win over the Wings. The trio will also discuss the Dodgers' 8-3 loss to the Rockies, which saw Shohei Ohtani hit a rough patch, and the positive news that Matthew Stafford was back on the practice field for the third straight day. Finally, they'll touch on the reports of UCLA's recent issues with the media and the WWE shifting to ESPN. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, co-hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson are here to break down the latest headlines. The trio will react to the Dodgers' 11-4 win over the Rockies, which saw Shohei Ohtani hit his 44th home run of the season. They'll also provide an update on Matthew Stafford, who was back on the practice field for his second consecutive day, and discuss the latest from the Raiders' training camp. Plus, the guys will talk about the bizarre story of a Justin Bieber imposter who fooled a Las Vegas nightclub. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson break down the latest from the diamond and the gridiron. They'll react to the Dodgers' disappointing loss to the Rockies after sweeping San Diego. The trio will also discuss the big news that Matthew Stafford is officially back on the practice field for the Rams, and dive into the latest buzz surrounding MLB expansion and potential realignment. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi discusses the Rams' thrilling victory against the Chargers and then talks about the state of the Raiders as we hear from Aubrey Pleasant, Stetson Bennett and Pete Carroll. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona dives into the biggest stories around LA & Vegas. He'll give his instant reaction to the newly released 2025-26 schedules for both the Lakers and Clippers. Plus, he'll break down the latest from the media availabilities of coaches and players, including Sean McVay, Jim Harbaugh, Pete Carroll, and Geno Smith. Produced by: Grant Mona Â
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by guest Brandon Deutsch to discuss the latest sports news in LA. They'll break down the stunning sweep of the Dodgers by the Angels, which extends the Angels' Freeway Series winning streak to seven games. The team will also react to the Dodgers losing a nine-game lead in the NL West to now be one game behind the Padres. Plus, they'll give an early outlook for the 2025 season for both the Rams and the 49ers. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, host Grant Mona recaps a tough night for Los Angeles sports. He'll break down the Dodgers' embarrassing loss to the Angels, the Sparks' defeat at the hands of the New York Liberty, and the latest on Matthew Stafford's continued absence from practice. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson break down the latest news from the world of sports. The team reacts to the latest Freeway Series matchup between the Dodgers and Angels, looks ahead to the Rams-Chargers preseason game, and discusses UFC's historic new media rights deal with Paramount. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson recap a busy weekend in Los Angeles sports. They'll break down the impressive preseason performances from both the Rams and the Chargers, analyze the Dodgers' series victory against the Toronto Blue Jays, and discuss the thrilling Sparks win over the Seattle Storm. Produced by: Grant Mona
In this episode, Arash Markazi breaks down the latest from the Raiders, Rams, and Chargers training camps as they gear up for the 2025 season. Featuring exclusive press conference soundbites and analysis from coaches like the Rams' Sean McVay and the Raiders' Pete Carroll, along with key players. Produced by: Grant Mona
In this episode, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mykell Mathieu break down the latest news from around the sports world. We'll start with the latest updates on Matthew Stafford's concerning back injury and the mood at Rams training camp as the team prepares for the season without its starting QB in camp. Then, we'll shift our focus to the diamond to discuss Shohei Ohtani's dominant two-way performance, which included his 1,000th career hit. The crew will also weigh in on Austin Reaves' reported contract with the Lakers and what it means for the team's future. Finally, we'll talk about the Sparks' recent success and their impressive winning streak. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona hosts the Sporting Tribune Today, where he discusses the Kyren Williams extension, the Keenan Allen signing, the Dodgers' offensive breakout, and the Sparks' significant win against the Indiana Fever. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson break down the latest in Los Angeles sports. They'll cover the ongoing questions surrounding LeBron James' status with the Lakers, the latest update on Kiké Hernandez, the Sparks' recent winning streak, and the concerning news regarding Matthew Stafford's injury. Produced by: Grant Mona
On today's episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, hosts Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Josh Tariff break down all the weekend's biggest sports headlines. They'll dive deep into Luka's massive extension with the Lakers, the Dodgers' series win in Tampa, the continued incredible draw and stardom of Caitlin Clark, and all the chaos from WWE SummerSlam. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi details Rams and Raiders camps as we hear from both coaches on the progress of their squads heading into the first weekend of preseason games. Produced by: Grant Mona
On this episode of The Sporting Tribune Today, we start with Shohei's injury scare and what it means for the Dodgers' title hopes. Then, we dive into the wild world of the Luka press tour and what his offseason moves mean for the Lakers. We'll also ask the big question: are the Angels "all in" on a playoff push? Finally, we'll give you an inside look at the latest from USC camp and what to expect from the Trojans this season. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi and Grant Mona discuss the return of Cameron Brink to the Sparks, if Will Smith has an MVP case, the new look Luka Doncic, and Raiders camp. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mykell Mathieu discuss CP3's return to Los Angeles, if Matthew Stafford's injury is a concern, and how vital Cameron Brink's return to the Sparks will be. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi details the Chargers and Rams' training camps, and we hear from Jim Harbaugh, Sean McVay, and Jared Verse on their progress through camp for their respective Los Angeles teams. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Josh Tariff discuss Hulk Hogan's death at the age of 71, the new executive order signed by the President that involves the NIL in college sports, and the odd Christian Wilkins situation in Las Vegas. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Mykell Mathieu discuss Freddie Freeman's heroic two-run single that propelled the Dodgers to a series victory. They also talk about Shohei Ohtani's impressive home run streak, the futures of USC and UCLA in the Big Ten Conference, and how the Rams and Chargers are likely to perform during training camp. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the Lakers' introduction of Marcus Smart, Chris Paul seeing his new Clipper jersey for the first time, Phillip Rivers' retirement as a Charger, the Dodgers' recent slump, and the Sparks' winning streak. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the Clippers' signing of Chris Paul, completing their roster in a storybook reunion. Meanwhile, the Lakers have signed Marcus Smart, and there's discussion on how the Dodgers can break out of their slump. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona discusses the Lakers' signing of Marcus Smart and how he can impact the rotation, as well as whether any other moves are to be made. Then, the Dodgers get swept by the Brewers again. Is there cause for concern? Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Josh Tariff discuss the Blazers' signing of Damian Lillard in a reunion in Portland. They also talk about Chris Paul's chances of signing with the Clippers, the new MLB All-Star Game format, and whether the Vegas A's will attract fans. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson and Mike Jaglin discuss the Clippers signing of Bradley Beal and how the roster compares to others in the West. Then, rumors swirling about LeBron and if the Home Run Derby after the All-Star Game was smart by MLB. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona discusses his time in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League, as well as the 2025 MLB All-Star Game and a new twist after the 9th inning. Produced by: Grant Mona
We hear from Clayton Kershaw and Freddie Freeman during the MLB's media availability in Atlanta for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona talks with multiple players from the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, and then sits down for a 1-on-1 with Dr. Kevin Farmer of the University of Florida to discuss sports injuries in the NBA and MLB. Produced by: Grant Mona
Willie Ramirez joins Arash Markazi and Grant Mona to talk about the thrilling opening night at Summer League live from the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona and Anwar Stetson discuss the Dodgers being swept for the second consecutive series, as well as the release of NBA Cup group matchups, which feature some intriguing pairings. Produced by: Grant Mona
Grant Mona and Mykell Mathieu discuss when Bradley Beal will be bought out and if there are concerns with him and the Clippers. Then, who is left for the Lakers to acquire? Can the Dodgers rebound before the All-Star break? Jared Goff speaks...again...on the trade from the Rams. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, and Anwar Stetson discuss the huge Clippers trade to acquire John Collins from the Jazz and send Norman Powell to the Miami Heat. Then, are the Clippers frontrunners for Bradley Beal? Additionally, Kershaw receives an All-Star nod as a "legend" despite the Dodgers' recent losses. Produced by: Grant Mona
Arash Markazi, Grant Mona, Anwar Stetson, and Mike Jaglin discuss the Clippers potentially acquiring Bradley Beal and if the Dodgers being swept by the Astros at home means anything. Produced by: Grant Mona