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(1) "Rundown" on FedExForum news, Charles Huff in DC & Wild stats on OnlyFans (2) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian / Grizz Beat, on Grizzlies Draft & Finals MVP? (3) Memphis Redbirds respond to City Council discussion about funding AZ Park
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian Enterprise Reporter, on AutoZone Park money (2) "Fade Brad" with producer Brad's pick for tonight's Game 4 Finals game (3) Carly Lyons, Director of Promotions/Memphis Grizzlies, on NBA Draft Party!
Memphis is THE place for collaboration, and our friends at The Daily Memphian recently invited New Memphis President & CEO Anna Mullins Ellis to their studio for an episode of their podcast, The Sidebar, which is hosted by The Daily Memphian CEO, Eric Barnes. We are thrilled to have such collaborative partners on the airwaves, and we'll be airing their conversation today! Host: Eric Barnes Guest: Anna Mullins Ellis This conversation originally aired here as an Episode of The Sidebar with Eric Barnes on May 18, 2026.
(1) Jason visits Leaders "Dancing with the Stars" & Game 2 NBA Finals on 92.9 (2) POSSIBLE TRADE LIST for Ja Morant - Daily Memphian Chris Herrington's list
We welcome back Greg Gaston on this Friday edition of Sports 56 Mornings. We'll also preview Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the Preakness, College World Series Super Regionals and more. In the first hour, we'll be joined in-studio by Jon Varlas, Prep Sports Reporter for the Daily Memphian
(1) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian Grizzlies Reporter, on Ja trade opps & NBA Finals (2) "Rundown" on Finals, Russell Wilson retirement, Micah Parsons (3) Jason Smith's 50th Birthday will be at the Bears vs. Falcons game
On this episode of The Daily Memphian's Memphis Grizzlies podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington touch on several NBA Draft topics. Hill and Herrington also go back and forth on their favorite trade-up target for the Grizzlies with differing opinions. Other podcast topics include: Top five players who might be available at pick No. 16; and Top five players who might be available at No. 32.
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian Enterprise Reporter, on SpaceX, Colossus & 901 (2) Sens. Cruz & Cantwell detail their legislation College Sports
Sophia Surrett joins host Holly Whitfield to talk about her role on the Daily Memphian's staff. She also talks about her experience covering the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest for the first time, her background in journalism and what she has learned about covering her new beat so far.
(1) Sam Hardiman - Daily Memphian Enterprise Reporter - on social media & more (2) "Fade Brad" NBA pick on tonight's Spurs vs. Thunder game (Thunder -6.5?) (3) Greatest Female Ice Skater comparison to Wemby vs. Chet lol
It's Friday, and we're back at it for another edition of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli. We have a jammed packed show today, with John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joining us in-studio for the first hour.
(1) J&J discuss the latest ESPN Mock Draft & Pacers blowing their pick/trade (2) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian, joins J&J to discuss the Grizzlies #3 Pick (3) Grizzlies good news & "Fade Brad" for tonight's games DET/CLE & OKC/LA
We start the second hour talking Grizz and NBA Draft with Drew Hill, Grizz Beat Writer for the Daily Memphian. We also recap the weekend's NBA Playoff action, including a series sweep
It's Friday and we're back for another edition of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli. We'll be NBA heavy today, as we have a weekend full of Conference Semifinal round series, as well as the Draft Lottery taking place on Sunday. In the first hour of the show, Award Winning Prep Sports Reporter for the Daily Memphian, John Varlas, will join us in-studio to discuss the latest in spring sports on the prep scene
Hour 2- The Daily Memphian's Drew Hill on Grizzlies Draft and Tankathon Spins + NBA Playoffs Sixers/Knicks and Wolves/Spurs Preview + Small Talk
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian, on Geoff Calkins' mini-van & redistricting (2) "Fade Brad" picks for Knicks v 76ers Game 2 & Spurs vs TWolves Game 2 (3) J&J discussed this anonymous NBA Poll: https://shorturl.at/NQxD4
(1) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian Grizz Beat, on NBA Draft Lottery for Memphis (2) Ryan Silverfield tough sched @ Ark & "Fade Brad" - Det/CLE & LA/OKC games
Eric Barnes hosts a journalist roundtable to discuss the Voting Rights Act ruling, the Memphis-Shelby County Schools state takeover, immigration enforcement, and more with Memphis Flyer's Toby Sells, MLK50's Katherine Burgess, and the Daily Memphian's Bill Dries and Mary Cashiola.
The Rundown: NBA Playoffs, Aaron Rodgers, Duke & Amazon; Drew Hill on the NBA Playoffs, Grizz Draft Options, Kentucky Derby, & More.
Another Friday in the Family Leisure Studios for Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli. Greg is out for this episode, so it will be Eli holding the fort, with Jay Hamm producing. The guys will recap the 1st Round of the NFL Draft, and the NBA Playoff tripleheader from Thursday night. In the first hour, John Varlas of the Daily Memphian will join us in-studio, discussing the happenings on the local prep sports scene
(1) J&J Show--Hour 3 Thursday 4/23/26-- "Rundown" on NFL Draft, Vrabel therapy, OKC Jaylen Williams news (2) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian, on Ty Simpson, Silver comments & Grizz picks (3) Victor Wembanyama injury affects & "Fade Brad" picks
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian Enterprise Reporter, on Downtown funds & 901 (2) "Fade Brad" NBA picks - Detroit & Suns + Haugh returning to Florida
(1) "Rundown" on Tiger Portal watch, Bradshaw staying in?, Beale St development (2) Daily Memphian's Frank Bonner on Air Noland, Spring FB, and NIL era Miller
(1) NBA allows Doncic & Cunningham to win post season awards + NIL and Memphis (2) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian Grizz Beat, on Grizz picks, prospect & playoffs (3) Brad Carson turns.... 50
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian, reporting on Xai plant, water, & Russini (2) Dianna Russini steps down from the Athletic and John was right...it appears
Hour 2- The Daily Memphian's Frank Bonner on Memphis Spring Practice and QB Battle + The Athletic's NFL Draft Big Board and Rankings
(1) Grizzlies Tankathon update, Magic Pick, Geno vs Staley, NFL Mock Draft (2) Drew Hill from the Daily Memphian talks about likely end to Ja Morant era
It's Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli. On today's show, we recap last night in the NBA & MLB, as well as preview the Final Four this weekend. John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joins us in the first hour
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian, talks to Jason Smith about FedExForum lease (2) Curtis Given entering the transfer portal
In our final hour, we talk Memphis Tiger hoops with Beat Writer for the Daily Memphian, Parth Upadhyaya. We also recap news and notes around the sports world
Episode Notes My guests include Memphis City Councilwoman Rhonda Logan. She catches us up on several priorities including the President's recent visit, the No Kings Rally and downtown street violence involving our young people, absenteeism and curfews. Lastly, Geoff Calkins is a trusted voice in the world of newspaper journalism and after deciding to leave sports radio now writes a daily column for the Daily Memphian. He joins me to breakdown the issues of our sports teams and what comes next? That and more Monday nite, 6pm on 91.7 FM WYXR. Also, the WYXR app, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! It's time to talk.
Another "Feel Good" Friday edition of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli coming to you from the Family Leisure Studios. On today's show, the guys will recap Thursday's Sweet 16 action in the NCAA Tournament. A full slate of baseball action will also be recapped, as MLB Opening Day took place on Thursday. In the first hour, Prep Sports Reporter for the Daily Memphian, John Varlas will join us in-studio to discuss the latest in the high school sports scene in our area
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian Enterprise Reporter, on Trump visit & Tigers (2) NBA approves expansion exploration in Vegas & Seattle. Grizz stay in West?
J&J Show--Hour 2 Friday 3/20/26--Parth Upadhyaya from the Daily Memphian on Penny, the Tournament, and CBB + Tonight is Grizzlies "Wrestling Night" at FedExForum on 92.9 FM ESPN
On today's edition of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli, day 1 of the Madness is done and we talk about the hits, misses, and upsets of the NCAA Tournament from Thursday. Also, John Varlas, Prep Sports Reporter for the Daily Memphian will join us LIVE from the Boys Basketball State Tournament in Murfreesboro in the first hour
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian, on Memphis population loss & WBC baseball (2) Grizzlies place in the NBA Draft
J&J Show--Hour 2 Tuesday 3/17/26-- Drew Hill, Daily Memphian Grizz Beat, on Aden Holloway @ Bama & Grizz Draft + John discussed Ed Scott's interview with Gary Parrish
Chandell Ryan joins host Eric Barnes and The Daily Memphian's Bill Dries to discuss new safety and infrastructure investments, improvements along Beale Street, and efforts to attract businesses and conventions to Downtown Memphis.
Today's edition of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli is a basketball-heavy episode. We're waist deep into Conference Tournaments in College Hoops, which we recap Thursday's action and preview Friday's games. John Varlas of the Daily Memphian will join us in the first hour, from Murfreesboro, where he's covering the Girls High School State Tournament
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian Enterprise Reporter, on XAi & Memphis (2) Memphis Tigers Hoops announced opening season vs. Iowa State & tough sched (3) NBA Mock Draft. John doesn't like Yaxel Lendeborg role in the NBA
(1) Grizzlies fighting, but undermanned. J&J discuss crab legs with Producer BC (2) Drew Hill from the Daily Memphian joins to talk about Grizz Clayton & Draft (3) DJ Moore Traded - Bears get 2nd rounder for Moore & 5th round pick
(1) Tiger Hoops is in trouble after historic 6-game losing streak (2) Daily Memphian Reporter Parth Upadhyaya talks to Penny after ECU loss
FedExForum Lease --- Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian/Enterprise Reporter, with J&J on his expectations for FedExForum Lease Agreement
(1) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian Grizzlies Beat Reporter, on Grizz rebuild, Jaren (2) J&J discuss Kevin Sweeney's College Coaching "Hot Seats" around CBB
Hour 3- The Daily Memphian's Parth Upadhyaya on Memphis BB's Budget and Struggles + The Blitz: Dolphins Release Star Players, Memphis vs NCAA...Again, and Basketball in Winter Games?
Hour 2--J&J Show Thursday 2/5/26-- Drew Hill, Daily Memphian, in-studio on trade deadline scenarios with J&J + Kings/Grizz tankathon
Hour 2--J&J Show Wednesday 2/4/26--Drew Hill in-studio from the Daily Memphian on Jaren's time in Memphis + extended Grizz coverage with Drew in-studio
Hour 2- The Daily Memphian's Drew Hill on the state of the Grizzlies: Trade Deadline Updates & Reports + NBA All Star Reserves Released! Deserving All Stars, Snubs, & More + Small Talk: Jerrell Miller Loses Hairpiece En Route to 10 Round Win
Hour 2--J&J Show Wednesday 1/28/26--Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian, on Pera, Russia, Memphis weather, MLWG + Giannis trade time?
(1) Sam Hardiman, Daily Memphian, on $75 Mill Beale, Grizz deal Memphis weather (2) Jason previews Mel Kiper's 2026 NFL Mock Draft & talks about coach moves