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"The Tony Kornheiser Show" (now available exclusively on-demand) is a topical, daily talk show that starts with sports and quickly moves into politics, current events, entertainment and, really, whatever happens to be on Tony’s mind that day. The format of the show—regular sit-in guests with famili…

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    The Tony Kornheiser Show is a podcast that I have been enjoying for quite some time now. As an avid golfer, dog lover, Washington area resident, and long-time reader of Tony as a sports reporter for the Washington Post, I feel a strong connection to this podcast. One of the best aspects of the show is the insight it provides into Tony's family relationship, including his son Chessie. It's great to see their dynamic and how it adds depth to the discussions on the show. Additionally, I appreciate the regular guests and semi-regulars who bring diverse perspectives to not only sports but also current events. The show's ability to cover various topics keeps me engaged and entertained throughout.

    However, there are some aspects of the podcast that can be improved upon. While Michael is obviously intelligent, his on-air personality comes across as weak at times. I find myself wanting less from him in order to focus more on Tony and the other guests. Furthermore, there have been instances where the two Michaels take a negative spin on almost everything, which can dampen the overall mood of the show. Additionally, name-dropping and references to personal experiences can sometimes overshadow the main topics being discussed.

    In conclusion, despite its flaws, The Tony Kornheiser Show remains one of my favorite podcasts. The insights provided by Tony and his guests offer a fresh perspective on both sports and current events. It serves as a safe haven amidst a landscape filled with ridiculous hot takes and toxic pundits. My only wish is for more shows during weekdays so that I can enjoy this content even more frequently. Overall, I highly recommend The Tony Kornheiser Show for anyone looking for thoughtful and entertaining discussions on a variety of topics.



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    Latest episodes from The Tony Kornheiser Show

    “Let's Go!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 68:56


    Tony opens the show by talking about the full moon, an encounter he had while walking Chessie, TV commercials that bother him, the baseball playoffs, and also about Matt Damon. Chuck Todd calls in to make his weekly NFL picks against Reginald the Monkey, Jane Leavy calls in to talk about her new book “Make me Commissioner - I know what's wrong with baseball and how to fix it”, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Antics “Bringing The Daddy Around” ; “Eisenhower Dollar” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Seeds of Hope”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 60:53


    Tony opens the show by  talking about the baseball playoffs, some surprising results in the NFL, and a little college football as well. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about all of that as well the bizarre story involving Mark Sanchez, Buster Olney calls in to talk about Tony's dismal crop of potatoes, and Buster also gives his thoughts on the first few games in the Divisional round of the playoffs, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “A Convenient Rationalization”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 62:12


    Tony opens the show by talking about how he spent Yom Kippur and also talks about the Wild Card round in the baseball playoffs. Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about what we learned from the 49ers win over the Rams, how he also looks ahead to the notable games coming up over the weekend, and James Carville and Jeff Ma call in with their weekly picks. Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Song : HipHopMcDougal “Princess Layup” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Open up the Barn”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 67:57


    Tony opens the show by talking about watching the first set of games in the baseball playoffs and how entertaining they were. Chuck Todd calls in to make his weekly NFL picks against Reginald the Monkey, Dan Kolko - a member of the Nationals broadcast team - calls in to talk about play-by-play man Bob Carpenter retiring, and what's going on in the offseason for the team, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Don Stewart “Beginning” ; “Who To Talk To” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Bunker trouble…again”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 74:24


    Tony opens the show by talking about what a big weekend it was in the world of sports with great games in college and pro football, the end of the regular season in baseball, and the Ryder Cup. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about what stood out to him on such a busy sports weekend, Barry Svrluga - who was at the Ryder Cup - calls in to give his thoughts on what went down at Bethpage, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Jaaye “Heaven” ; “One With You” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Blue Danube"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 68:02


    Tony opens the show by talking with Mark Feinsand about the race for the final playoffs spots as we hit the final weekend of the season. Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about Seattle's win over Arizona in the Thursday Night game and he also looks ahead to the big games coming up this weekend, James Carville and Jeff Ma call in to make their weekly picks, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song : Drew Pictures “Jenny (Little Things)” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “The Harvest”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 69:42


    Tony opens the show by talking about what kind of yield he got from his first attempt at growing potatoes, and he also talks about an exciting night in baseball, and also about two questionable firings of head coaches. Chuck Todd calls in to make his weekly NFL picks against Reginald the Monkey, Steve Sands phones in to preview the Ryder Cup, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Philip Martin “Tony Likes To Rock” ; “The Embezzler” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Turkey Club”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 66:25


    Tony opens the show by reading a few emails and letters, then he talks about an exciting weekend in the NFL, a nice series for the Nats, and also about what brought him out of depression this weekend. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about an impressive win by the Bears, and also about Clemson losing again, and how good the Miami Hurricanes look so far. Greg Garcia, who's in studio, talks to Tony about how his standup comedy has been going and what's next for him, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Drew Pictures “How Did We Get Here” ; “She Wants Love” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Dear Ron”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 60:27


    Tony opens the show by talking to Rich Podolski about his new book “Madden and Summerall : How They Revolutionized NFL Broadcasting”, Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about the Bills win over Miami, and he also talks about the other big stories from around the NFL. James Carville is off on assignment, but Jeff Ma calls in with his weekly picks, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song : Mo Bluntz “Tiny Forks” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Everything‘s Coming Up Chuck”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 75:46


    Tony opens the show by talking about a rough day for the Nats, a great day for Cal Raleigh and Shohei Ohtani, and he also talks about the life and career of Robert Redford. Chuck Todd calls in to make his weekly football picks against Reginald the Monkey, Chuck Culpepper calls in to look at college football and who looks good and who looks dead in the water after the first few weeks of the season, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Zoe FitzGerald Carter “Before The Machine” ; “Below The Waterline” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “A Business of Flies”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 62:51


    Tony opens the show by talking about an issue he has with the new format for the Washington Post App, and also about having a vertigo attack over the weekend and how he's dealing with a fly infestation in his house. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the big games in the NFL and college from the weekend, Tim Kurkjian calls in to talk about what a great season Cal Raleigh is having and whether he should be the MVP over Aaron Judge, and whether Kyle Schwarber will beat out Ohtani for the NL MVP, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Ryan Jewel “Drinkin' Town” ; “Barrel Full of Whiskey” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Orange”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 63:28


    Tony opens the show by talking with Barry Svrluga about a dominating win for the Packers over the Washington Football Team, Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about what he learned from Week 1, and he takes a look at the big games coming up in Week 2, James Carville and Jeff Ma call in with their weekly picks, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song : Ryan Jewel “Same Bar, Different Town” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Were you in the Gazebo?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 71:49


     Tony opens the show by talking about some exciting news from Luke Russert. Tony then also talks about the Nats and about watching the second half of the Billy Joel documentary. Chuck Todd calls in to make his weekly picks against Reginald the Monkey and also about the attendance issues the Marlins have always had. Buster Olney calls in to talk about the harvest from his garden in Montana, about the Dodgers near no-hitters, how the Yankees are looking down the stretch and the dominance of Tarik Skubal. Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Levi Petree “When I Get Out” ; “Country At Heart” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Where's Wilbon?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 62:59


    Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats, a walkoff win for the O's, some of the big games in college football, and he also talks about the US Open, the Walker Cup, and the passing of Ken Dryden and Davey Johnson.  Michael Wilbon calls in to talk some more about the US Open, and also about the Cubs / Nats series, and about college football and week 1 in the NFL. Dan Graziano calls in to talk about what stood out to him around the NFL in its opening week, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Brett Wiscons “What Made Me” ; Dan Bern “Thanks Anisimova” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Will Fix Teeth”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 62:36


    Tony opens the show by talking about the two women's semifinal matches at the US Open and what a turnaround it's been for Amanda Anisimova since getting blown out in the Wimbledon Final. Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about the Eagles' win over Dallas, and the rest of the big games in Week 1, James Carville and Jeff Ma call in to make their first picks of the year, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song : Neon Dijon “Steel City Revival” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Don't forget Reginald!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 60:37


    Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats and their new closer, and he also talks about John Wall and whether the Wizards should retire his number, and he he talks about a mistake he made on PTI the night before. Chuck Todd calls in to talk about being at the Miami / Notre Dame game, and he makes his NFL picks against Reginald the Monkey. Mark Feinsand calls in to talk about going to the US Open over the weekend, and he talks about who's looking good to win the MVP, and how the pennant races are shaping up, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Dad Bods “Rigor Mortgage” ; “Anthem” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Have you no shame?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 69:10


    Tony opens the show by giving an update on the Labor Day golf tournament he played in with Michael and Arch Campbell and whether they played well enough to get shop credit. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the Bears, the Ryder Cup, the US Open, and what stood out to him in college football, Pat Forde calls in to talk about what to make of the results from the big games in college football, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Jim Basnight “See It In Your Eyes” ; “Still Learning” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Tailgating with James Carville”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 62:07


    Tony opens the show by talking about Kyle Schwarber hitting 4 home runs in a game, the Micah Parsons trade, and he also talks about Keegan Bradley's Captain picks for the Ryder Cup. James Carville calls in to talk about the return of college football and how tailgating at LSU compares to the rest of the SEC, tennis writer Chris Clay calls in to talk about what's stood out to him so far in the US Open, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song : Gavin Grimes “Whew!” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Where's My Cake?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 63:40


    Tony opens the show by talking with Sally Jenkins about leaving the Washington Post, her farewell party, and where she'll be writing in the future. Tony also talks about Cal Raleigh, the Nats and the start of the US Open. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about being at Sally's party, and also about the Cubs, and the start of college football. Next, Steve Sands calls in to talk about a big day for Scottie Scheffler, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Inside Fall “Love Light” ; “It's Alright” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Cottage cheese and spin art”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 63:44


    Tony opens the show by talking to Louisa Thomas of the New Yorker about the new format for mixed doubles at the US Open, Buster Olney calls in to talk about the Yankees, the Dodgers, the Cubs, Kyle Schwarber, and the possibility of realignment, Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about the Orioles, and he also talks about the Browns QB situation, Cam Ward, and how the Giants will be this year, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Dan Bern “Schwarber, Harper, Soto, and Scherzer” ; Post Sex Nachos “Been Somebody” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “I'm not an eggplant guy”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 58:38


    Tony opens the show by talking about playing golf in the wet and windy weather and he also talks about watching the Washington Football Team's preseason game against the Bengals. Ryan McGee calls in to talk about the punishment handed out to Michigan by the NCAA for the sign stealing scandal, and also about the Big Ten's proposal to expand the college football playoffs. Chris Clary calls in to preview the US Open and the new format for Mixed Doubles, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Belle Sounds “Lost Out Here” ; “Golden Hour” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Closed on the weekend??”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 65:27


    Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats splitting their series with the Phillies, and he also talks about being frustrated in his attempt to get some veterinarian help for Chessie the Dog. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about a dominant performance by his Chicago Bears in their preseason win over the Bills, and he also talks about Scottie Scheffler winning the BMW Championship at Caves Valley, Steve Sands calls in to give his thoughts on Scheffler's win and how the final leg of the FedEx Cup playoffs looks like, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag Songs : Derek Sallmann “Feels Like Home” ; “T-Shirt Weather” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “A Hooded Seven”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 61:03


    Tony opens the show by taking about the Nats, the summer weather (and high humidity hitting the beach), and also about whether he should get new golf clubs. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the Cubs, the Brewers, the Bears, and also about the upcoming start to the college football season, Booger McFarland calls in to talk about how he dealt with the preseason when he was a player, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Tyron Benoit Band “Louisiana Time” ; Drew Pictures “No Matter What You Do” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “We pray after”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 61:48


    Tony opens the show by talking about getting some emails from old friends, and he also talks about a rough night for the Nats, and the huge deal with UFC and Paramount. Tim Kurkjian calls in to talk about grilling food, and also about how great the Brewers are this year, the rise of the Blue Jays and more astonishing things about Shohei Ohtani. Pat Forde calls in to talk about the massive changes we've seen in college football over the last 25 years, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Dan Bern “The Ballpark” ; Maxmilian “Modern Daze” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “BIPSIC (Again)”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 72:42


    Tony opens the show by talking about how he does not handle vacation well. Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about the start of preseason in the NFL, Steve Sands calls in to talk about Justin Rose's playoff win over the weekend, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Frugal Stu and the Coupons “Arcane” ; “Iron Dave” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Welcome to 2025 Tony”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 58:55


    Tony opens the show by talking with Michael and George “who says nothing” about the summer routine at Rehoboth Country Club. Dave Sheinin calls in to talk about Katie Ledecky and the World Swimming Championships, Jeff Passan phones in to talk about a fiery encounter between Bryce Harper and Rob Manfred, concerns about gambling in baseball and sports in general, and also about Bug Selig's legacy, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Bats Outta Hell “Luna” ; “Rhubarb” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Clifton Clowers”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 57:53


    Tony opens the show by talking about having some issues getting reimbursed properly after returning an item he purchased, and he also talks about a nice win for the Nats even thought he couldn't stay up to see it. Dan Graziano calls in to talk about getting to golf at Batlusrol, and he also talks about some of the big stories coming out of the NFL camps right now, Mark Feinsand calls in to talk about how Aaron Judge's injury will impact the Yankees, and also about what moves we might see before the trade deadline on Thursday, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Splitsville “I Hate Going to Hutzler's” ; Sam Starr “Golden Retriever” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Unsightly”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 66:14


    Tony opens the show by talking about the state of the Nats as the trade deadline approaches, and he also talks about playing golf with Gary Williams and the Socialite. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about almost having to buy his son a car after a bet on the gold course, and also about the tennis from over the weekend as well as the Baseball Hall of Fame ceremony, Greg Garcia calls in to talk about his new career path, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Shannon McNally “It's Gonna Be A Long Night” ; Fumo Landas Walsh “Get In Line” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Sneakers and Food”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 62:52


    Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats and center fielder Jacob Young, and he also talks with Michael about what he's up to at the beach with the kids. Paul Finebaum calls in to talk about the feud between the Big 10 and the SEC and also about how coaches are handling NIL money for their players now, Liz Clarke calls in to talk about the Mubadala Citi Open in DC, and Venus winning a match at the age of 45, and about the growing rivalry between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Ozark Mountain Daredevils “Love Calling" ; "I'm Still Dreamin'" To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Don't Click That Link!!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 73:44


    Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats win, the passing of Malcolm Jamal Warner and Ozzy Osbourne, and he also talks with Michael about being at the Venus Williams match the night before, he has more thoughts on the Billy Joel documentary and he talks about a text scam that was sent to his phone. Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about Jerry Jones and the Cowboys and the constant drama that surrounds that team, Tim Kurkjian calls in to go around the league as the second half of the season starts and also about how the trade market is shaping up a week out from the deadline, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Jake Huffman “On The Edge” ; “Martyr” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “The morose text chain”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 63:40


    Tony opens the show by talking about a rough weekend for the Nats, and where they are as a franchise right now, and he also talks about watching a documentary on Billy Joel. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about Scottie Scheffler winning the Open Championship for his 4th major, former golf pro Morgan Pressel calls in to talk about her experience playing on those kinds of courses in the UK and her thoughts on how Scheffler is playing right now, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Dan Bern “Mercurochrome” ; Philip Martin “Audrey Hepburn Disappears” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Vanity 40”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 66:21


    Tony opens the show by talking with Jason Samenow of the Capital Weather Gang about this latest batch of unbearable weather hitting DC, Steve Sands calls in from Northern Ireland to talk about the British Open, Taylor Twellman calls in to talk about playing in the celebrity tournament in Lake Tahoe last week as well as some news on Lionel Messi, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : BettySoo “Dreams” ; “Still” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Iodine”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 66:16


    Tony opens the show by talking about trying the new McConnell's ice cream, and he also talks about an encounter he had with a dog that led to him getting some startling medical advice. Doug Ferguson of the AP calls in to preview the British Open, Buster Olney calls in to talk about what turned out to be a wild All Star game, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Mandy Valentine “Sugar Baby” ; “Run, Rabbit, Run” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Tales from Tahoe”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 67:22


    Tony opens the show by talking with Greg Garcia about caddying for Nate Bargatze in the celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about Wimbledon, Soccer, and about the Cubs being in first place at the All Star break, Mark Feinsand calls in to assess the first half of the baseball season and also talk about the Draft and the Home Run Derby, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Triad Collective “Sunday Morning” ; “One In A Million” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Harvest Time”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 64:17


    Tony opens the show by talking about how his garden is doing, and he also talks briefly about Cooper Flagg's debut in the NBA Summer League, and about getting some new ice cream from McConnell's and he also talks about the passing of Tim Strachan. Bob Ryan calls in to talk with Tony about the big changes we've seen in sports over the years and what has worked and what hasn't, Jeff Ma calls in to talk about some new legislation that could be a huge problem for professional gamblers, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Paul Coady and the Edsel Brothers “The Fool You Know” ; “Everyone's A Suspect” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Greg the Looper”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 62:40


    Tony opens the show by talking about a cool thing that show alumn Greg Garcia is doing this week, and he also talks with Michael about the USGA's Adaptive Open which is being played at Woodmont in Rockville, Maryland. Tennis writer Chris Clary calls in to talk about what's been going on at Wimbledon, Jeff Passan calls in to talk about the Nats' decision to fire Davey Martinez and Mike Rizzo this past weekend, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Edie Carey “The Old Me” ; “The Veil” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Beware the Eater's Bathroom”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 64:35


    Tony opens the show by talking with Washington Post columnist Barry Svrluga about the Nats firing their manager and general manager on Sunday night. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk some more about the Nats' moves, and also about where track and field events rank in the sports world right now, Jeremy Schaap calls in to talk about Joey Chestnut's triumphant return to the Nathan's hot dog eating contest on July 4th and also about an upcoming documentary he worked on about Jim Abbott, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Tim Roberts “Sweet Home California” ; “Radio Cat” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    "Chicken for Chessie"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 69:53


    Tony opens up the show by catching up with Chris Cillizza and talking about the Emmy Chris just won, and Tony also talks about the Nats and about a new diet for Chessie. Anne Hornaday calls in to talk about the new Jurassic Park movie. reboots in general, and also about F1 - the new Brad Pitt movie. Mary Carillo calls in to talk about her career as a player, and also about Coco Gauf losing in the first round at Wimbledon, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the mailbag. Songs: The Chordroys "Get Outta My Head" ; Scott Salmon "Never Too Late For Lonely" To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Nuts!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 70:31


    Tony opens the show by talking about Wimbledon, NBA free agency, a new product for the show, and he also talks about the passing of Dr. Joseph Giordano. Richard Justice calls in to talk about where Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani compare with the all time greats of the game and also about what AJ Hinch is doing in Detroit this season. Pat Forde calls in to talk about the legacy of D. Wayne Lukas, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Julia Alsarraf “737” ; Splittsville “A Glorious Lie” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Mean is good”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 71:08


    Tony opens the show by talking with Chris the intern about how he deals with bombing on stage when he does stand up comedy, and he talks about some issues he's having with new water bottles in Rehoboth. Next,Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the summer sports calendar, and also about the Rocket Classic in Detroit. Then Dave Sims - the play by play voice for the New York Yankees joins the show to talk about getting to call games for Cal Raleigh in Seattle and now for Aaron Judge in New York and who's looking like the MVP this year, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Philip Martin “What the Money's For” ; “Something of a Miracle” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Satan's Jail”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 65:40


    Tony opens the show by talking about finding a mauve jacket in his closet in Delaware and then wearing it on PTI. Brian Windhorst calls in to talk about the Thunder winning their first NBA title, and also about the flurry of trades we've already seen around the league. Tim Kurkjian calls in to talk about Cal “Big Dumper” Raleigh and the amazing numbers that he's putting up, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Lydia McDavid “Already Gone” ; Dan Bern “Big Dumper” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Me and my dog - me!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 69:27


    Tony opens the show by talking about getting to play a late round of golf and getting paired with a grandfather and grandson, and he and Nigel talk about a huge traffic accident that clogged up the roads in Rehoboth on Monday. Pam Ward calls in to talk about the physical play in the WNBA and how Caitlin Clark is doing in her second year. Dan Stillman of the Capital Weather Gang calls in to talk about the brutal heat wave hitting the East Coast and how long it will last, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Philip Martin “Cassius Clay” ; “Savannah Says” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Go ahead and putt it out Mr. Kornheiser”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 76:35


    Tony opens the show by talking with Michael and club pro George Bushby about playing in the member / member tournament in Rehoboth, and about golfing with a 12 year old. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the Thunder beating the Pacers to win their first NBA Title, and also about Kevin Durant being traded to the Rockets. Tony talks some more with Michael and George about Keegan Bradley winning the Travelers Tournament for the second year in a row, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Sean Magwire “Believer” ; “Cora's Song” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “A captain at sea, a farmer at home”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 66:53


    Tony opens the show by talking about another brutal game for the Nats, and he also plays a song written about him using only A.I. Bob Ryan calls in to talk about the fallout from the Rafael Devers trade and the state of the teams in Boston after such a long run at the top, Taylor Twellman calls in to talk about some of the drama surrounding the men's National team as they begin play in the Gold Cup, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Ozark Mountain Daredevils “Gonna Buy Me A Car” ; “Over Again” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Beware the potato bugs”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 69:23


    Tony opens the show by talking about the constant rain in DC, and he also talks about a rough loss for the Nats and Kyle Finnegan's role in that loss. Buster Olney calls in to talk about Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound, and about the Rafael Devers trade, Tim Legler calls in to talk about the Thunder's win over the Pacers to take a 3-2 lead in the NBA Finals, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Jim Basnight “All Summer Long” ; “Other Woman” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “He is what he is”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 68:07


    Tony opens the show by talking about Shohei Ohtani's impending return to the mound, he also talks about the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the Giants, and about the wild ending to the US Open. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about all of that plus the Stanley Cup Finals and the NBA Finals. Steve Sands calls in to talk some more about JJ Spaun winning at Oakmont and how the officials handled the rain, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Don't Worry Baby”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 65:12


    Tony opens the show by talking about the death of Brian Wilson and the impact he had on him and American culture in general. Steve Sands calls in from Oakmont to give his thoughts on what to expect at the US Open, Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about some offseason NFL news including a certain QB who just signed with Pittsburgh, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song : Scott Salmon “Whiskey Don't Work” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “The Cherry Conundrum”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 72:02


    Tony opens the show by talking about the fact that intern Chris will be planting potatoes today, and he also talks about trying to buy cherries on sale at Safeway. Doug Ferguson calls in to talk about how Oakmont sets up for the US Open this week and who could win it, Brian Windhorst calls in to preview Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and also about who might get the Knicks coaching job, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Katie DiMartini “Mean To Me” ; “Poster Girl” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Seed by seed”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 69:07


    Tony opens the show by talking about the Canadian Open, the French Open, and about golfing in the rain over the weekend. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the men's final at the French Open, and also about the Thunder's win over the Pacers in game 2 of the NBA Finals, Pat Forde calls in to talk about Sovereignty winning the Belmont over Journalism, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : 22 In Jersey “Daydreams” ; “Her” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “Try the Wilbon”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 62:50


    Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats losing to the Cubs - a game that Michael went to, and he talks about the French Open, and the news that Aaron Rodgers is signing with the Steelers. Legendary horse racing handicapper Andy Beyer calls in to give his thoughts on the Belmont, Tim Legler calls in to talk about Indiana hitting a buzzer beater to top Oklahoma City in game 1 of the NBA Finals, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Mission Road “Ride On The Wind” ; “Take My Hand” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    “The 2 cent check”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 66:58


    Tony opens the show by talking about Starbucks and the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau. He also talks to intern Chris about what he can do for the show and he talks to Michael about the money Tony owes him for talking care if his car registration. Richard Justice calls in to talk about how the Tigers got so good in the last couple years, the lifespan of catchers, and the all-Texas final for the women's college softball championship. Ron Flatter calls in to preview the Belmont Stakes, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Kyle Dillingham “Old Souls” ; “To Hold You” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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