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(00:00-19:48) Having spritzers at Union Hall. Should we all go to the Billikens game on Saturday? Did we scare of Bob Thomas? Love to see a Mizzou/SLU basketball series. Kegel exercises? Tim hears what he wants to hear. Is it Mr. Soccer or Sir Soccer? Iggy's coat yesterday. Martin's having trouble finding the tweet. ProdJoe's landing strip is active.(19:56-39:34) Jackson loves ELO. Putting out an APB for Lu Lu to call back in. Middle class luxury brands. LuLu sweatpants. The Corrs. TALK SPORTS!!! The Cardinals' three biggest remaining needs per John Denton. Besides not hitting or pitching well, what's wrong with the Cardinals? Doug's down in the mouth. They're just doing movie quotes in the YouTube chat. STOP TALKING SPORTS!!!!(39:44-51:39) We've got some audio of Doug's favorite coach Dan Hurley and he's working blue. Phillip Rivers audio talking about his current weight vs his old playing weight. Big time media chuckles. Why does Dough fat shame so much? Still waiting on more concrete details on the Sherrone Moore story. Hottest coaches in college football. Whatever Ms. Sally's got cooking.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00-32:43) Guess we oughta do the program. Are the Blues the hottest team in the history of hockey? Mizzou/KU? CFP? Where do we start? Bert Kreischer with us at 9:45. How about that Billikens soccer team? St. Louis is so back as a sports town. Alabama and Miami: in. Notre Dame: out. Two rematches in the first round of the CFP. Will this get Notre Dame to join a conference? Audio of Hunter Yurachek talking about the 'process' of Miami and Alabama being in and BYU and Notre Dame being left out. The flawed system is going to lead to some changes.(32:51-52:31) Not a fan of the City Red floor. I don't like your tone, Martin. Where do you wanna go next, Doug? Here we go, Note. Blues picking up two consecutive wins in Canada. Pretty precipitous growth on Money Puck. Cesar Cedeno and Rico Washington. Vince Vaughn sat behind Doug at the 2005 NCAA Championship. Doug E. Flesh. How much would it take for you to start an OF account? Good crowd at the Billiken basketball game yesterday. Akron had some banty boys running around out there. Finally releasing the Freese and Maroon interview today around noon.(52:41-1:00:31) Freese and Maroon had potty mouths in the interview from five years ago. An audio clip from the interview with them talking about their experiences as hometown guys having huge postseason moments with their teams. Bamboogled.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In a shortened edition of Sports Open Line due to Billikens basketball, Matt Pauley discusses the early results of the legalization of sports gambling in Missouri, talks MLB offseason with Bernie Miklasz, and then plays audio from Blues Head Coach Jim Montgomery.
(00:00-18:37) An important Sadie Hawkins for Doug. Billikens, Billikens, rah rah rah. Papers is in a bad spot this morning with that Tiger loss. Defending the defense. Audio of Coach Gates talking about the defense on that deciding three-pointer. These losses will benefit Mizzou in March. Panther had the Alfalfa haircut. Alfalfa was murdered. Shipping up to Boston.(18:45-45:13) The Mike Maroth era. First question problems. The penultimate CFP rankings. Audio from last night's CFP rankings show with Hunter Yurachek talking about the rationale behind moving Alabama up in the rankings. Audio of Rece Davis talking about the Miami/Notre Dame and other idle teams situation with Yurachek. Bet your Red Ryder on Alabama getting in.(45:23-1:00:51) The Departed. Was Nicholson mailing it in? Per Katie Woo, it sounds like Wilson Contreras is more open to being traded. Audio of Sonny Gray on NESN talking about his exit from the Cardinals. Sonny talking about New York not being a good situation for him and his family. Katie Woo talking about the Cardinals' plans after parting ways with Gray. Nootbar likely to go?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00-13:52) Audio of friend of the show Josh Schertz talking about the Billikens win against Loyola Marymount. Audio of Dennis Gates talking about the technical foul and other things that lead to the loss last night against Notre Dame. Envious of Jackson's passion.(14:00-23:36) They've got a problem in Happy Valley. Kalani Sitaki staying at BYU and Penn State still has no coach. Makes you think maybe Drink was a candidate for the Nittany Lions.(23:46-34:43) Friend of the show Jeremy Rutherford stops by the studio. Did he catch any flack for his F grade for the Blues? Would Minnesota have some interest in Jordan Kyrou? Do the Blues figure to have many Olympic players? JR likes Arby's. JR's take on Binner yapping at Monty.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Send us a textBall Watching hosts, Jake Koenig and Justin Graham, recap SLU Men's Sweet 16 win over Bryant and other NCAA results with local impacts, chat about the ongoing head coaching search for CITY, break down the upcoming World Cup draw, catch up on MLS playoffs, and a whole lot more!Follow the show on X and/or Instagram (@BallWatchingSTL)! Find our guest interviews and all episodes in video form on YouTube by searching https://www.youtube.com/@ballwatchingSTL. Be sure to hit subscribe and turn notifications on!Hoffmann Brothers is the 2025 presenting sponsor of Ball Watching! Headquartered right here in St. Louis for over 40 years, Hoffmann Brothers is a full-service residential & commercial provider, providing Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Drains, Sewer, Water Heaters, Duct Cleaning, Electrical and Appliance Repair services. Visit them online at hoffmannbros.com!Make The Pitch Athletic Club & Tavern (thepitch-stl.com) your St. Louis CITY SC pregame and postgame destination for all your food and drink needs! Tell them your friends at Ball Watching sent you... Seoul Juice is the official drink of Ball Watching and made with three clean simple ingredients: water, organic lemon juice, and Korean pear juice. Get yours at Dierbergs, Sams Club, or online at seouljuice.com. Use code "BALLWATCHING" at checkout for 20% off all online orders!Shop in-store or online at Series Six (seriessixcompany.com) and receive a 15% discount on all orders storewide using code "BALLWATCHING" at checkout!
On this episode of the Bryant Bulldog Sports Hour, we recap last weekend across Bryant Athletics and sit down with three standout guests from Women's Basketball, Men's Basketball, and Women's Swimming & Diving.We open the show with Bryant Men's Soccer, whose record-breaking season came to an end in the Third Round of the NCAA Tournament after a penalty shootout loss to Saint Louis. The Bulldogs and Billikens battled to a 2–2 draw through regulation and double overtime, with goals from Fermin Rodriguez and Muslim Umar giving Bryant a second-half lead before Saint Louis equalized. We look back on an unforgettable run and a historic year under Coach Ruben Resendes.In our first segment, Head Women's Basketball Coach Lynne-Ann Kokoski joins us as the Bulldogs continue their best start in program history at 7–1. Coach Kokoski breaks down Bryant's 1–1 week, including an impressive 83–56 win over Boston University and a hard-fought road battle at Providence. She discusses the emergence of Izzy Adams after her 24-point breakout performance, Mia Mancini's dominant two-way play and rebounding, and the continued consistency of Nia Scott, who posted double-doubles in both games. We close the segment previewing this week's matchups with Yale and Holy Cross.At 8:30, Head Men's Basketball Coach Jamion Christian stops by following a 1–1 week with a decisive 87–61 win over Mercy and a tight contest at Harvard. Coach Christian shares what he's learned about his group after a challenging early-season schedule and highlights the rise of Ty Tabales, the America East Rookie of the Week who's posted three straight double-digit scoring games. We also discuss the steady production from Timofei Rudovskii, the strong performance from Lenny Weber, and preview the upcoming slate against Stonehill and in-state rival Brown.At 8:45, Ruby Tonelli-Smith from Women's Swimming & Diving joins the show after capturing first place in the 200 fly, capping off a huge weekend for the Bulldogs. Ruby talks us through her race, her repeated America East Swimmer of the Week honors, her transition from Australia to the U.S., her growth from freshman to sophomore year, and the impact of Coach Cameron and staff on her development.Tune in for a full night of insight, standout performances, and stories from across the Black and Gold.
(00:00-12:30) Voice of the Blues Chris Kerber joins us to recap the weekend that was for the Blues. Kerbs gives his thoughts on the Torpchenko game misconduct penalty during Saturday's game and the state of officiating in the NHL. Hofer and Binnington playing better but the play in front of them has been better as well. What do they need to do to improve their 3 on 3 play in OT? Joel Quenneville nearing the 1,000 win milestone.(12:39-29:06) Doug's still seeing a path for Mizzou into the CFP. No. 1 Ohio State and No 2. Indiana this weekend. Tim's spreadsheets are an aphrodisiac. Laying out the potential chaos on the horizon after Conference Championship weekend. Audio of Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer talking about his team undoubtedly being a playoff team.(29:16-42:18) SLU with a heartbreaker against Stanford over the weekend. Jackson says always foul up 3. Audio of SLU coach Josh Schertz breaking down the loss after the game. Really hoping that loss doesn't keep the Billikens out of the NCAA Tournament. Martin's got some Blues breaking news. Jimmy Snipes out at least six weeks with a wrist injury requiring surgery. SLU soccer beats Bryant in PKs. Audio of the call of the game-winning save sending the Billikens to the quarterfinals. Billikens vs. the Akron Zips.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In hour 2 of Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is first joined by Michael Calhoun from the KMOX newsroom, to discuss the upcoming snow potential and the effects of Dave Murray. He is then joined by Matthew Rocchio, who discusses SLU basketball and what their issues and successes have been throughout this early portion of the season, as well as news out of STL City SC. We also hear from James Bisson, who discusses some interesting new facts about Missouri sports fans.
(00:00-27:20) Outside the laser tag. The Billikens are the betting favorite to win the A10. Ranked teams are 85-0 against non ranked teams so far this season. I AM HANDY RANDY! Does Billy Sims count? The 5 potential teams that Tarik Skubal could go to according to The Athletic. Doug wants Skenes. Somebody get this guys a Werthers. Video of Drink getting into it with a fan in the stands at OU. Reports of a deal between Drink and Penn State falling through. Only three current coaches in all of CFB who have won a National Championship. Audio of Lane Kiffin talking about his team not being bothered by the noise.(27:28-46:06) This one's for Martin. Mt. Rushmore of Steely Dan songs. Is Steely Dan considered yacht rock? Quinton's in '99. I prefer a broader slice. Bastardized takes. Shrewsbury Seminary Student is on the line. Shrewsy had no idea who Chairman was or that he was on the show. The IBON era and The Cat's new bathroom. Peanut butter mouth. Midday steams.(46:16-57:35) Why'd you request this, Doug? Mac Miller is Jackson's most listened to artist ever. Jim Montgomery talking about missing prime scoring opportunities. Doug's fascinated with the architecture of MSG. Prime Zach Levine. We've got some breaking news? Friend of the show Jeff Passan reporting the Red Sox are acquiring Sonny Gray from the Cardinals. Embrace the suck.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Season 4 of the Midtown Madness Podcast is brought to you by Two Men and a Garden! That's right they are fueling this podcast with not only delicious pickles, but salsas and most recently Harissa sauce. They are the real deal! Their products are delicious and more importantly local to St. Louis. You can pick up their many products at any local grocery stores or online where they ship nationwide!
is the average American becoming less literate? How important is reading for pleasure?; Matt Pauley on the Billikens basketball and soccer team, plus the Blues picked up a win, and Amy won the weekly NFL Pick 'em contest.
Josh Schertz looks ahead to SLU's matchup with Santa Clara after the Billikens opened the season 5–0, highlighted by a dominant 91–60 win over Purdue Fort Wayne. He breaks down the pace and physicality needed against Santa Clara, the roles of Robbie Avila, Trey Green, and Amari McCottry, and the focus on cutting turnovers while balancing fast offense with strong defense.
In this edition of Sports Open Line, it is a shortened show due to Friday night Billikens basketball. Matt Pauley discusses the roster decisions the Cardinals have made in the past couple days, and the 4 players who were non-tendered today.
(00:00-27:00) We take calls on rainy Tuesdays. Don't ask questions you don't want the answers to. Troy Parrott got hungry. It's an open club face issue. Was Mo's slope on? Don't get me started on Paige. Monster Truck Mailman was a hit. Papers is in his bag right now. We thrive with a light dossier. Audio of Mike Francesa unhappy with a sideline reporter for not bringing up the wind at the Giants game. How about that Thanksgiving slate, Doug? Box seats. It's a good day to go back to bed. Sharon left a mic drop for The Fast Lane yesterday. Maybe the Blues just need a little bonding.(27:08-50:06) Feels like an old Blue Eyes kinda day. Matt is on the line and wants to talk Blues. Matt is disappointed in Jim Montgomery. Different Matt, line 2. Different Matt wants to talk Billikens soccer and doesn't know anything about St. Charles teams. Talkin' CBC and soccer with Carpenter Matt.(50:16-1:13:22) We got a situation brewing in Oxford. Per The Athletic, Ole Miss has given the Lane Train an ultimatum. So upset he might leave, you're willing to fire him. James Franklin and Virginia Tech. Audio of Paul Finebaum talking about the possibility of Lane Kiffin not coaching Ole Miss in the playoff. The Colonel's ready to ask Drink the burning question. Favorite Martin impressions. Hotwife Autumn is the new Sinbad.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Matt Pauley is back for Sports Open Line! He kicks off the show by discussing Chaim Bloom being seemingly active at the GM Meetings, and then we are joined by Earl Austin Jr, radio analyst for Billikens basketball, as the team is off to a 4-0 start. Then, Brian Walton joins the show, and he is the owner of TheCardinalNation.com, where he focuses on the Cardinals minor league system. They talk about key Cardinals prospects and their timelines, where the farm system ranks among MLB, and who needs to be protected this offseason.
Matt Pauley is back for Sports Open Line! He kicks off the show by discussing Chaim Bloom being seemingly active at the GM Meetings, and then we are joined by Earl Austin Jr, radio analyst for Billikens basketball, as the team is off to a 4-0 start. Then, Brian Walton joins the show, and he is the owner of TheCardinalNation.com, where he focuses on the Cardinals minor league system. They talk about key Cardinals prospects and their timelines, where the farm system ranks among MLB, and who needs to be protected this offseason. In the second hour of the show tonight, Matt Pauley discusses the Blues reaching a point where they need to start winning immediately. To dive deeper into the Blues struggles, we are joined by Mike Meyer, who covers the Blues for STL Sports Central. Plus, we hear from Blues head coach Jim Montgomery after they have lost two in a row.
Stu Durando, Stu on SLU, joins Chris and Amy as the Billikens men's team hits a stretch of games where they can pick up some key wins. Stu also comments on the men's soccer team's chances in the NCAA tournament.
Chris and Amy talk about phone addiction; Amy has accidentally come across porn, says it is pretty easy; Stu Durando joins to talk about Billikens basketball and soccer; a startling situation in the Alfred Montgomery case.
Chris and Amy visit with KMOX's Sean Malone multiple times as the Sheriff Alfred Montgomery legal issues change several times; plus a Wash U researcher is looking at Alzheimer's treatments; Stu Durando talks Billikens basketball and soccer; and Dave Grelle and Taynka MiMi are in-studio from The Playadors. They're at Delmar Hall this weekend.
(00:00-24:43) The song Blurred Lines didn't age well. Go read the lyrics, Martin. There's just so many things that could be the lede this morn. The Boo Birds out at Enterprise Center. Audio of Justin Faulk talking about the life being drained on the bench in the loss to VGK. This goaltending tandem is struggling. The IG comments have turned into a reddit thread for CFB discourse. And now it's off to Norman. Here we Beau again. Pribula or Zollers vs. Oklahoma? Audio of Gary Danielson talking about playoff format and reseeding. Can the Texas thing be over please?(24:51-52:17) Nice win for the Billikens on Saturday. Coach Schertz cost the fans Shake Shack. Warson Woods Wacko has sent in a picture of Sweet Sweet Kai's shirt. Tim's son got a puck but no White Castle. Jackson's not the worst golfer in the world but there's probably not many worse. Doug wasn't impressed with Lot L. A kiss from Tim is the best medicine. Kissing booths are borderline prostitution. Ahmad Hardy. Jackson hates rock games. Chairman in the press box and chopping it up with Ahmad Hardy. Doug sat behind a giant hoosier on Saturday. Doug loves bathroom television technology.(52:27-1:04:53) Miguel is awesome. Doug's on top of Tim. Double Down Trent. Audio of Tom Hart on the call Saturday night talking about his conversation with Eli Drinkwitz regarding the lack of Fortune 500 companies in Missouri working with Mizzou. Giving away Blues/Bruins tickets for today's EMOTD prize.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The show opens with College Football Playoff projections and a breakdown of the St. Louis Blues. Tom Ackerman talks with SLU head coach Josh Schertz about Billikens basketball, then Marc Schreiber joins to highlight the 20th Musial Awards. The second hour features NFL picks, followed by Tom O'Toole Jr. discussing the Normandy Golf Club redevelopment. Chaim Bloom gives insight into the Cardinals offseason strategy and pitching focus before Bernie Miklasz wraps up with thoughts on the Blues, Mizzou, and potential Cardinals trade moves.
Tom Ackerman talks to SLU head coach Josh Schertz after the 78 to 64 win over Grand Canyon. They cover the team's strong stretch in the second half, the impact of the Chaifetz crowd, and updates on Otieno and Kellen. Schertz highlights Dion Brown's rebounding and two way play, Amari's finishing growth, and the importance of stacking possessions. They also discuss depth, adversity, and building a true home court advantage for Billikens basketball.
(00:00-20:32) A classic Rogers and Hammerstein piece. It took Harrison's Brother Master 48 minutes to go back on his word about texting in. Movie Boi gives one current film that must be seen. Reads Nancy Drew books, hates documentaries. Shrewsbury Seminary Student on the phone lines. Question about the TMA Reddit. Finally cleared to swim again after his snipping. Does Doug wanna hit the sauna with him? Protein bar talk. Municipality warfare.(20:40-30:10) This doesn't sound like South Pacific to me. There's a fight brewing in the YouTube chat between Cucky and Jake in St. Gen. Roll Tide is on the phone lines with a question about fandom. Do you have to have gone to a school to be a fan? There's that sinister laugh again.(30:20-53:02) This is a Detroit Pistons town. Billikens coach Josh Schertz checks in with us on the phone line. Working his way around the dais. Coach's thoughts on his team's 3-0 start. Trying to play as many big time opponents as possible. Good opportunity against Grand Canyon. Things he wants to see to drive good offense. A dress code for the local media (Martin) covering the team. SLU Coaches vs. Local Media in a pickup game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the first hour of tonight's show, Nate Gatter talks Billikens basketball with Josh Schertz, Saint Louis University Men's Basketball Head Coach! Then, our weekly segment with "Hockey Amy," as Amy Marxkors, co-host of The Chris & Amy Show and Offside Hockey, to discuss how the Blues have gotten to the point where they have the second fewest points in the NHL.
In the first hour of tonight's show, Nate Gatter talks Billikens basketball with Josh Schertz, Saint Louis University Men's Basketball Head Coach! Then, our weekly segment with "Hockey Amy," as Amy Marxkors, co-host of The Chris & Amy Show and Offside Hockey, to discuss how the Blues have gotten to the point where they have the second fewest points in the NHL. In hour two, Nate Gatter gets into Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz being indicted in MLB's most recent gambling scandal. Jen Siess, pre/postgame host for the City SC broadcast on Y98, and host of the City Spotlight on KMOX, joins the show, to dive into the hiring of Corey Wray as STL City SC's new Sporting Director, and what it could mean for the direction of the club. A little Mizzou football talk rounds out the show!
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SLU Head Coach Josh Schertz joins Tom Ackerman after the Billikens 108 to 86 win over Chicago State. Coach Schertz reacts to the five guard lineup that sparked a 29 to 1 second half run and explains why points per possession tells the true story of their defensive performance. He addresses the late game lapse, previews the matchup with an improved Lindenwood team, and shares his approach to keeping competitive humility. Schertz also talks lineup versatility, the idea of playing two bigs together, and why he values scheduling local Missouri programs.
Tom Ackerman delivers a full Sunday sports lineup with SLU hoops, college football reactions, Cardinals offseason insight, and the latest on the Blues. Bernie Miklasz breaks down the College Football Playoff outlook, MIzzou 's struggles, and the Heisman race, including standout play from Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza and Ohio State's Julian Sayin. SLU Head Coach Josh Schertz joins after the Billikens win over Chicago State to talk lineup versatility, defensive focus, and the upcoming matchup with Lindenwood. Dan O'Neill reacts to the Blues overtime loss to the Kraken and introduces his new children's book The Day Avery Rose Lost Her Nose. Tom sets up the action around the league with NFL picks for the week. Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom then outlines the plan to add controllable starting pitching, shares injury updates, and highlights front office additions as the club heads into GM meetings.
Billikens men's basketball coach Josh Schertz joins Chris and Amy following a blowout win over Chicago State at Chaifetz Arena. Lindenwood visits on Monday night. He wants a higher level of play from his team. Listen to Billikens games on KMOX all season.
In the first hour of Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley talks SLU Men's Basketball with Stu Durando, who covers Saint Louis University Athletics on his Substack, Stu on SLU. After that, the conversation shifts over to Blues hockey with our very own Amy Marxkors.
(00:00) - Text name changes. Frank overheard about the drops of him at the Billikens game. EMOTD yesterday. Big Irish. Joey Vitale was Nostradamus on Dvorsky's goal last night. (16:30) - College Hoops last night. Good win for FOTS Josh Schertz and Robbie Avila. Mizzou Hoops. Dodgers championship parade. Ice Cube gave the Missouri Tigers a pep talk on Sunday. Indiana football is a wagon. ILL hoops fans are mad we haven't talked about them enough. Does Jackson hate ILL? (41:00) - Seasons Change. Under Construction. People are mad at Jackson for liking College Hoops. Gabe talked it over with Mizzou WR “Speedy” Marquis Johnson. What's the Tigers mindset heading into the Texas A&M game? Matt Zollers outlook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Following an entertaining World Series, KMOX's Matt Pauley joins Chris and Amy with a recap. Plus, Blues news as they continue to struggle, and the Billikens tip-off their season tonight.
Tom Ackerman opened the show with a breakdown of the Dodgers 5 to 4 Game 7 win over the Blue Jays to capture the World Series, highlighted by Miguel Rojas tying the game in the 9th and a Will Smith RBI in the 11th. He also shared early College Football Playoff projections, with Ohio State at number 1 and Indiana at number 2. SLU head coach Josh Schertz joined the show to preview the Billikens season ahead of their opener against Southeast Missouri State, noting the team's versatility and depth. Ackerman wrapped the hour with the Blues dropping their seventh straight. Hour 2 featured Ed Glotzbach, who previewed the 2026 BMW Championship at Bellerive, including ticket details, course enhancements, and support for the Evans Scholars Foundation. Chaim Bloom laid out the Cardinals offseason plan, with pitching upgrades and player development as top priorities. Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz closed the hour with reaction to the latest college football rankings, highlighting the SEC's strength and key tests ahead for programs like Ohio State and Indiana.
Tom Ackerman recapped the Dodgers 5 to 4 Game 7 win over the Blue Jays, highlighted by a Miguel Rojas homer in the 9th and a Will Smith RBI in the 11th. He shared early college football playoff projections. SLU head coach Josh Schertz joined the show to preview the Billikens season ahead of their opener against Southeast Missouri State. Ackerman closed with the Blues losing their seventh straight.
Tom Ackerman talks to SLU head coach Josh Schertz about the high energy and depth of the Billikens heading into the new season. Coach Schertz highlights key contributors including Amari McCottry, Dion Brown, and Kellen Thames, noting the team's versatility on both ends of the floor. The Billikens are coming off a 98 to 77 exhibition win at Bradley and open the season tomorrow night against Southeast Missouri State, a team returning nine players after winning their conference last year. Kalu Anya is expected to redshirt for development, while Jax Kerr, Robbie Avila, and Paul Otieno are primed for important roles in the rotation.
(00:00-15:20) Coach Schertz and Robbie stick around to take some two-part questions from the audience. Favorite fries. Coach's wife keeping an eye on the diet. Basketball heroes growing up. SLU Alcindor. D League or Europe? Favorite golf course and restaurant in St. Louis. Playing in high energy arenas. Martin calling Robbie mid game. 19 home games this year.(15:28-38:36) Really rooting for Schertz and the Billikens. Billikens packed the house 30 years ago with Spoon. There's gotta be a better way. Doesn't look like Toronto is going to pitch to Ohtani ever again. Doug expects Ohtani to throw a perfect game tonight. Mt. Rushmore of Jason Bateman's projects. That's so Movie Boi. Jeff Suppan was The Unknown DJ. Stacy Nelkin, Lern, and torture porn. SEC Pick Em results from last week was a disaster. A spreadsheet from Daddy.(38:46-00:00) Everything's a movie with you. Audio of Justin Faulk giving his thoughts on last night's game and needing to come out with more fire. SLU needs to save us from our winter of discontent. Winter Holiday season starts earlier and earlier every year. Give me nog or give me death. The Alfalfa cut needs to come back. Uncle Danny.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Coach Josh Schertz and starting forward Robbie Avila join us in-studio to discuss the upcoming season for the Billikens. Robbie talks about his adjustment to SLU and the A10, as well as what he has worked on in the offseason. Coach Schertz talks about his goals for the Billikens, not only for this year but for years to come. Also, as is tradition, Coach Schertz and Robbie take two-part questions from the audience. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Season 4 of the Midtown Madness Podcast is brought to you by Two Men and a Garden! That's right they are fueling this podcast with not only delicious pickles, but salsas and most recently Harissa sauce. They are the real deal! Their products are delicious and more importantly local to St. Louis. You can pick up their many products at any local grocery stores or online where they ship nationwide!
Will and H.T. tip off Hoops on Scoops with Stu Durando of Stu on SLU and formerly of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Stu joins at 2:55 and the gents talk 2025-2026 SLU Men's Billikens basketball expectations, coach Josh Schertz, Atlantic 10 preseason rankings, Robbie Avila's off-season and ceiling, and Stu's predictions for the season as a whole. At 49:15 they discuss why St. Louis doesn't have an NBA team, the Lakers and Stu's Los Angeles upbringing, the "Lebron James nonsense" and the Luka situation. They close with discussion of the Nuggets and Stu's son, Bennett Durando's role covering the team.
Bob Ramsey, the radio voice of Billikens basketball joins Chris and Amy following an exhibition for SLU over Bradley last night in Peoria.
Caller Ricky squares off against Billikens radio voice Bob Ramsey in the weekly NFL Pick 'em; Ramsey is excited by the depth of the Billikens; listeners call in with their ghost stories.
In the first hour of Sports Open Line, Nate Gatter has a packed first hour, with Stu Durando, who covers Billikens athletics for his Stu on SLU substack, and then Earl Austin Jr, radio analyst for Billikens basketball, as they gear up for their season in November. We take a look around the NFL with Patrick Daugherty, NFL writer for NBC Sports. The show continues on in the second hour of the show, where Nate Gatter talks with Kevin Acee, Padres beat reporter for the San Diego Union-Tribune, and author of the Mike Shildt story that has been in the headlines across Major League Baseball. Plus more of Nate's thoughts on hearing this reporting years after Shildt was fired as Cardinals manager. We wrap up the show with a discussion of Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina possibly managing in the majors, and Jen Siess joins us briefly before the City Spotlight next on KMOX.
In the first hour of Sports Open Line, Nate Gatter has a packed first hour, with Stu Durando, who covers Billikens athletics for his Stu on SLU substack, and then Earl Austin Jr, radio analyst for Billikens basketball, as they gear up for their season in November. We take a look around the NFL with Patrick Daugherty, NFL writer for NBC Sports.
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Moon hit Rizz with a late-night “I'm not coming in today” text, and Rizz is thrilled about it. We talk band drama, Avril Lavigne, questionable timing, and why you could've told us earlier, sk8er boi. Come for the banter, stay for the ridiculousness, and hang with the crew... or at least part of the crew... on the latest episode of The Rizzuto Show.Show Notes:Suspected dog-napping case, leading to tension between neighborsFlorida boys cause $50K in damages to school library, turned in by momsWhat is smellmaxxing? Inside TikTok's fragrance trend for teen boysWhat Do Kids Mean When They Say 'Clock It'?Christmas Displays Are Already Up at Costco . . . Is It Too Soon?The Top 'Just for Kids' Things Include Trick-or-Treating, Bumper Bowling, and LegosWoman Literally Sells Her Soul for a Collection of Labubu DollsFake Labubu dolls seized amid warnings they could pose fatal hazard to childrenSenior Citizens Want to Cancel the Word "Senior" Because It Sounds OldPrenups are on the rise, especially among younger womenCouples Adding Credit Card Machines to Bars at Weddings"Boyfriend Glow-Ups" Are Trending on TikTokTyler Robinson emotionless, wearing ‘suicide smock' in first virtual court appearance since Charlie Kirk assassination2 Royal Caribbean Passengers Hospitalized After Fight Breaks Out Onboard, Cruise Ship Forced to Return to PortTeenagers to pay $300,000 for urinating in soupDisney World Splash & Dash Underwater robbery!!!ATM fees are at a record high, a new survey finds. Here's why. - CBS NewsWorld Stone Skimming Championship faces cheating scandalMcGreevy pitches Cardinals to 3-0 win over Reds | ksdk.comSLU and Missouri State end in 1-1 draw after Billikens rise to No. 7 in national rankingsTom Brady to play in Saudi flag football tournament alongside current and former NFL stars Follow The Rizzuto Show @rizzshow on all your favorite social media, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and more. Connect with The Rizzuto Show online at 1057thepoint.com/rizzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Season 4 of the Midtown Madness Podcast is brought to you by Two Men and a Garden! That's right they are fueling this podcast with not only delicious pickles, but salsas and most recently Harissa sauce. They are the real deal! Their products are delicious and more importantly local to St. Louis. You can pick up their many products at any local grocery stores or online where they ship nationwide!