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Executive Director of Stand for Children Tennessee, Cardell Orrin, and Executive Director of Just City, Josh Spickler join host Eric Barnes and Daily Memphian reporter Bill Dries to discuss the impact of the federal intervention in Memphis, including transparency concerns and the long-term effects on public trust and community safety.
In the second hour, the guys recap the Thursday Night Football game with the Chargers beating the Vikings. Also, Frank Bonner, Tiger Football Beat Writer for the Daily Memphian joins the show to preview Memphis vs South Florida this coming Saturday.
In the final hour of today's show, we have Matt Infield from Action News 5 joining the program to discuss Tigers Football and Grizzlies Basketball. Also, we get our weekly visit from Memphis Tigers Beat Reporter from the Daily Memphian, Parth Upadhyaya
Larry Rea Tribute Show Segment #2 David Boyd, Daily Memphian Editor and longtime Larry colleague who spoke at the memorial
Today's edition of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli, we get prepared for a huge weekend, with NFL, College Football, and the MLB Playoffs. In the first hour, Game 3 of the NLCS, and Game 4 of ALCS is recapped. Also, John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joins us in studio to preview tonight's top high school football games in the area.`
The third hour of the show is Memphis Tiger Basketball heavy. Coach Penny Hardaway joins the show. Also Parh Upadhyaya, Tiger Basketball Beat Writer for the Daily Memphian joins us for our weekly convo.
In the second hour of the show, Frank Bonner of the Daily Memphian joins us to talk Tiger Football. Also Chris Boysen returns to the program to talk about the St. Jude Tipoff Classic coming up in a couple of weeks
On today's edition of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli, we get ready for a big sports weekend. We'll find out who will be in the League Championship Series in MLB, Week 7 of College Football, Week 6 of the NFL. In the first hour, John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joins us in studio to preview this week's top High School Football games in the area
In the third hour of the show, we get back into the MLB Divisional Series Game 4s. Also, Parth Upadhyaya of the Daily Memphian joins us in studio to talk Memphis Tigers basketball
Grizzlies Preseason Game #1-- Chris Herrington, Daily Memphian Grizz Columnist, w/Geoff Calkins
Daily Memphian columnist Day Conaway wrote a column that strongly suggested Memphians should take up arms against President Trump. The column was so volatile that the donor-funded newspaper removed it leading to cries of censorship. Under pressure from their small readership, the newspaper relented and posted Conaway’s screed. They also accepted his resignation. Oh my.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bari Weiss, the new editor-in-chief of CBS News, outlined in a note to staff her 10 journalistic principles that she will implement as the new editor-in-chief. It will be interesting to see if these principles, which we break down for you, are all just talk or all real action. Also on the show: the Daily Memphian released the unedited copy of Dan Conaway's final op-ed criticizing President Trump, Secretary Kristi Noem confirms ICE will be at the Super Bowl because of Bad Bunny, and Whoopi Goldberg suggests attendants do brown-face to confuse ICE agents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A jam packed episode of Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli, as we move into MLB Divisional Series, Week 6 of College Football and Week 5 of the NFL. John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joins us in studio for the first hour to preview Friday High School Football games in the area A full slate today on Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli, as we get set for MLB Divisional Series, Week 6 of College Football and Week 5 of the NFL. John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joins us in studio to preview the area's top High School Football games in the first hour.
In the third hour of the show, Grizz Reporter for the Daily Memphian, Drew Hill joins the show to talk NBA media day and Grizz camp in Nashville. Blake Toppmeyer from the USA Today also joins us to talk College Football
Today on Sports 56 Mornings with Greg & Eli, we preview the sports weekend from golf to football. In the first hour, we talk Ryder Cup. Also, John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joins us in studio to preview the High School Football games coming up later this evening
Memphis Grizzlies--- Drew Hill, Daily Memphian, on Week 1 of Camp, Media Day & ESPN NBA Top 100 rankings with J&J
Hour 3--J&J Show Tuesday, 9/23/25--Around the NFL, tough night for the Ravens & later Frank Bonner, Daily Memphian Tiger Football Beat Writer, on Arkansas win in-studio
(1) Arkansas vs. Memphis FB and the history of Memphis in big games last decade (2) Parth Upadhyaya, Daily Memphian, on Tiger Football game, Curtis Givens too
Eric Barnes hosts a journalist roundtable with The Memphis Flyer's Kailynn Johnson, and The Daily Memphian reporters Laura Testino and Samuel Hardiman. The discussion covers the deployment of the National Guard in Memphis, looming school closures, the debate over a new county jail and a remembrance of longtime Memphis journalist Les Smith.
(1) College Football Week 2 - Can Miss State upset Arizona State? & More (2) Parth Upadhyaya, Daily Memphian, in-studio on Tiger rankings & Belichick (3) Les Smith returning to Memphis with family tonight
(1) AP Top 25 released - and Ohio State is #1 now (2) Drew Hill, proud Bama grad/Daily Memphian reporter, on Bama/FSU and weekend (3) Gear up... non-stop NFL starts on Thursday & your spouse might need to know
Eric Barnes hosts a journalist roundtable with The Memphis Flyer's Kailynn Johnson, and The Daily Memphian's Samuel Hardiman and Jane Donahoe. Guests discuss some of Memphis's biggest stories — from the future of the jail and MATA leadership to crime trends, xAI development, TennCare cuts, and the city's negotiations with the Grizzlies.
According to reporting from The Daily Memphian, the Grizzlies have so far been reluctant to sign a long-term lease with the city of Memphis due to concerns about the state of downtown and the areas around the FedExForum. How much worry should Grizzlies' fans have about the franchise's future in Memphis?To discuss that topic, Chris Herrington joins Keith on this episode. Beyond the current lease situation, they also talk about the best and worst moves the team made this offseason, the fit of Scotty Pippen Jr, Ty Jerome and Ja Morant, and some of the greatest American films of the 1940s.To join the listener fantasy football league go to Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast.Use promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK
Executive Director of First Eight Memphis, Kandace Thomas, and President of Porter-Leath, Sean Lee, discuss pre-K access, the $32 million Head Start funding, and the challenges of quality early learning, with The Daily Memphian's Eric Barnes and Laura Testino.
(2:30) Discussing the Daily Memphian story on the Grizzlies ongoing negotiations with the City of Memphis to keep the franchise in downtown Memphis for years to come. (37:15) Memphis adds another big man to the roster(43:38) Scuffle between two star players at Titans camp(49:36) Phillies star pitcher to require surgery(52:49) Congrats to Mike Conley(1:01:19) It's HOT in Memphis
Geoff discusses the latest story in the Daily Memphian about the Grizzlies lease agreement and future and offers his take on the situation.
start set the show00:05:00 Daily Memphian article on FedExForum renovations00:27:00 Mike Wallace00:48:00 NFL news and notesJoe Burrow's big time sackJoe Flacco named startedRich Eisen's return to SportsCenter01:12:00 TV TUESDAYNexstar acquires Tegna'Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time' thoughts'The Leftovers' review
Memphis Grizzlies---Chris Herrington from the Daily Memphian with Geoff Calkins on Hardiman Lease Negotiation on FedExForum
In the final hour of The Morning Show with Greg and Eli, the guys discuss the college football schedule before chatting with Parth Upadhyaya from the Daily Memphian. They dive into Memphis Tigers football and basketball..
John Varlas of the Daily Memphian joins us to talk golf, preps, and college football. Next is what's trending followed by Moe's and Humdinger's Crunch Time.
Hour 3--J&J Show Friday 8/8/25--- with Parth Upadhyaya from the Daily Memphian with John in Seg 2 on Tigers & PGA Tour in Memphis
(1) Penny Hardaway talks about possible new additions & more + NFL Preseason (2) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian, on the Grizz forecast FESJC
In the opening segment Greg and Eli talking about golf, Tigers football, MLB and NFL football. Then the guys talk with John Varlas from the Daily Memphian. With Varlas the guys talk to the start of high school football. Along with talking about the local high school scrimmages. Finally to end the hour the guys talk wrestling
In the second hour the Gregg and Eli talk to Frank Bonner. from the Daily Memphian. With Bonner the guys talked all things Memphis Tigers Football. Then the guys talk MLB trade deadline. Finally to end the hour the guys talk
Natalie McKinney and Michelle McKissack join The Daily Memphian's Eric Barnes and Laura Testino to discuss lawmakers' push for a takeover of the school district, the former superintendent Marie Feagins' lawsuit to get her job back, and more.
(1) Hulk Hogan passed away, OVER/UNDERS on Memphis FB, Memphis Hoops (2) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian, with J&J on Grizz summer and the stadium lease
JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry on July 22, 2025. Which CFB progam has the highest valuations? Tim Buckley, Memphis Athletics for the Daily Memphian Would You Rather? Stephen Igoe, ECU Football for Hoist the Colors/247Sports Worst roster decisions made by NBA teams since 2020 The Top 10: Least valuable NHL franchises Salary Cap in the revenue sharing era NFL Blitz: Trey Hendrickson won't report to Bengals camp Best and Worst of the Day
Hour 1 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry. Which CFB progam has the highest valuations? Tim Buckley, Memphis Athletics for the Daily Memphian Would You Rather?
Tim Buckley, Memphis athletics writer for the Daily Memphian, joins the program to talk on the latest from Memphis trying to buy their way into the Big 12 and what's next for the Tigers after rejection.
(1) John Martin schools Brad on how you can bet using Kalshi on the CEO from Astronomer leaving company (2) Dame Lillard, the Blazers, Bucks, Orlando and NBA Moves (3) Drew Hill from the Daily Memphian in-studio on NBA Summer Grizzlies games
President and CEO of Crosstown Concourse, Todd Richardson, Associate VP of Meharry's Office of Memphis Programs, Dr. Stephanie Sweet, and Pastor of Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church, J. Lawrence Turner join host Eric Barnes and Daily Memphian reporter Bill Dries. Guests discuss transforming church-owned land into a mixed-use space, as well as the Cleveland Street Corridor.
(1) John Martin on Djokovic and his legacy (2) Parth Upadhyaya from the Daily Memphian on Penny's roster and the potential of Simon Majok and Julius Thedford (3) More on summer league and Simon Majok
(1) "Over Unders"-Cooper Flagg pts, Memphis Football 8.5?, Grizz win total 40? (2) Drew Hill, Daily Memphian, LIVE FROM VEGAS with Summer Grizzlies action
The Grizzlies lost consecutive games at the Salt Lake City Summer by one point, but more importantly veterans GG Jackson, Cam Spencer and Jaylen Wells have shined, and 2nd round draftee Jahmai Mashack made a strong impression in his first two games. On this episode, Chris Herrington from the Daily Memphian joins Keith to discuss these summer league performances, plus the acquisition of Jock Landale, the breaking news about Tarik Biberovic, the odds of Cole Anthony being moved in the next week, and more.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK
The Daily Memphian's new restaurant writer joins Holly Whitfield to share her favorite chefs and dishes in town.
(00:00-26:58) – Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison touching on everything that happened since their last show. They discuss the MLB All-Star Game rosters, Pacers acquiring Jay Huff over the weekend, and a comment about Caitlin Clark by an ESPN analyst that is a fascinating discussion. (26:58-36:23) – Jake announces that Keving Pritchard will be meeting with the media within the next hour. Plus, he dives further into Jay Huff because it could have an impact on who the Pacers bring in to round out the center position. (36:23-44:09) – The first hour of the program concludes with Jake and Eddie highlighting some things that stood out this since their last show between another dominating performance by Joey Chestnut, a driver in Formula 1 recording his first podium finish, and the IndyCar race yesterday. (44:09-1:06:37) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 joins the program to discuss which team has made the headlines the most this offseason, examines the future of Alec Pierce and Bernhard Raimann with both players entering the final year of their rookie contracts, and comments on how he expects Carlie Irsay-Gordon to operate this season when evaluating the futures of Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen. (1:06:37-1:16:03) – Chris Perkins from the South Florida Sun Sentinel joins Query & Company as the next Company Camp Caravan stop to discuss the offseason for the Miami Dolphins, where things are at right now with Tua Tagovailoa heading into the season, his perception on the Indianapolis Colts, and gives his win prediction for the upcoming season for the Dolphins. (1:16:03-1:29:25) – Chip Ganasi driver Scott Dixon makes an appearance on the program fresh off his seventh win at Mid-Ohio yesterday to explain when he felt like he was in position to win the race, discusses how hard this season has been with a lot of things not going his way, and reacts to an interaction that Jake had prior to the race with a fan. (1:29:25-1:50:29) – James Boyd from The Fan Morning Show and The Athletic makes an appearance on the program to discuss what Kevin Pritchard said during his media availability about Myles Turner departing for Milwaukee, Tyrese Haliburton’s injury, the futures of Isaiah Jackson and James Wiseman, and the organization’s confidence at being able to compete despite Haliburton being out for the entirety of the season. (1:50:29-2:05:18) – The Daily Memphian’s Drew Hill makes a return visit to Query & Company to share what he knows about Jay Huff. He states that he’s not going to be a guy who will play starters minutes but can offer productive minutes in a change of pace scenario and believes that he fits the Pacers system well. Finally, he also evaluates Zach Edey’s rookie season and the confidence that the Grizzlies have in him being a part of their future. (2:05:18-2:11:13) – Today’s show closes out with JMV joining Jake in the studio to recap his three-day weekend and some of his thoughts on what Kevin Pritchard said about Myles Turner!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-13:09) – Chip Ganasi driver Scott Dixon makes an appearance on the program fresh off his seventh win at Mid-Ohio yesterday to explain when he felt like he was in position to win the race, discusses how hard this season has been with a lot of things not going his way, and reacts to an interaction that Jake had prior to the race with a fan. (13:09-31:00) – James Boyd from The Fan Morning Show and The Athletic makes an appearance on the program to discuss what Kevin Pritchard said during his media availability about Myles Turner departing for Milwaukee, Tyrese Haliburton’s injury, the futures of Isaiah Jackson and James Wiseman, and the organization’s confidence at being able to compete despite Haliburton being out for the entirety of the season. (31:00-44:13) – The Daily Memphian’s Drew Hill makes a return visit to Query & Company to share what he knows about Jay Huff. He states that he’s not going to be a guy who will play starters minutes but can offer productive minutes in a change of pace scenario and believes that he fits the Pacers system well. Finally, he also evaluates Zach Edey’s rookie season and the confidence that the Grizzlies have in him being a part of their future.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ellen Chamberlain joins Holly Whitfield to talk about her career in media and Memphis food news of the week. Join us for part two next week.
(1) Cedric Coward picked at #11 by the Memphis Grizzlies & J&J like the pick (2) Drew Hill from the Daily Memphian with J&J on Coward pick & Grizz plan Ja/J
On this episode of The Daily Memphian's Memphis Grizzlies podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington interrupt their weekend to react to the Grizzlies surprising trade of franchise stalwart Desmond Bane.