Podcast appearances and mentions of Dana Brown

It's the return of Food Writers Talking About Food Writing. Every couple of weeks, Matt invites a journalist to talk about some favorite recent food writing as well as their thoughts on the industry as a whole. Dana Brown was a fixture of Vanity Fair's Oscar-party machine and Graydon Carter's inner circle for more than two decades before writing it all down in his memoir, Dilettante. He returns to the studio with a new job: editor in chief of Caper, the scoop-driven media start-up applying a Puck-style power-and-money lens to restaurants, chefs, and the food business. In this episode, we talk about economics at The Grill, the Keith McNally legacy, and what's good in the world of Caper. Featured on this episode: McNally Family Values [Caper] Where Did the Italians of Carroll Gardens Go? [Curbed] How Eater Lost Its Bite [Caper] ⁠There Is a Misconception that The Grill Is Absurdly Expensive⁠ [Feed Me]  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back with a Houston Astros themed edition of Side Retired as our resident Astros expert and co-host of Locked On Astros & Back to the Bullpen Brett Chancey joins Dylan Campione & Matt Potter. The guys discuss all things 'Stros from the recent hot streak, the firing of Dana Brown, potential next manager and the implications of the 2026 offseason lockout. Always a blast getting to catch up with Brett!!  To let us know who you'd like to hear from next on the show, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on social media @SideRetiredPod on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter). 

Dana Brown also talks about Jeff Bagwell

Hour 2 - CFB , Dana Brown and Nick Caserio

What went wrong for the Astros as they lose against the White Sox, what the Astros should do with Ronel Blanco. A more in depth listen to what Dana Brown had to say in his interview after being fired by the Houston Astros.

Episode 183 of Tablesetters is LIVE! Tarik Skubal returned to Detroit in Dodger blue and apparently took a piece of the Tigers clubhouse with him, Will Flemming is under fire for comments during the Yankees' demolition of the Red Sox, Ketel Marte is back with Arizona after a bizarre absence and Chris Sale, Michael Wacha and Max Scherzer are turning back the clock. We open the show with the Phillies and Braves both surging into September and seven head-to-head games still looming between them. Atlanta has maintained control of the NL East despite Philadelphia's recent run, but when we look beyond the standings and dig into how these teams are actually constructed, their strengths, some interesting underlying trends and what the latest projections tell us, the question of which one is truly more built for October gets a lot more complicated. We also break down the fallout from Flemming's heated reaction to Jazz Chisholm Jr. running with the Yankees comfortably ahead and discuss where the line should exist between passionate hometown broadcasting and going too far. We get into the increasingly strange Jeff Bagwell situation in Houston following Dana Brown's departure and what his growing presence around the organization means for an Astros team still trying to navigate the AL West race. Age is apparently just a number for some of baseball's veteran arms, as Sale, Wacha and Scherzer each delivered performances that looked like they belonged to much younger versions of themselves. We dig into the remarkable longevity behind all three outings and what made this particular stretch stand out. In What's the Word, George Lombard Jr.'s sudden defensive woes have us wondering what exactly is happening to the Yankees' highly regarded young shortstop, while Marte's return raises a much different question about whether Arizona can truly repair everything that happened during his absence. Then there's Skubal, who returned to Comerica Park less than a month after being traded to Los Angeles, showed plenty of love to his former teammates and staff, but apparently decided one particular clubhouse amenity was leaving Detroit with him. We have a word for that too. Plus, Red Hot Ice Cold.

Astros go 4-2 on their NYC trip

Houston grabs crucial wins against both New York Teams while Hunter Brown took a big step towards regaining his ace form, and Yordan got back on the homer horse. Meanwhile, comments from Dana Brown point toward a challenging internal power dynamic in the Houston front office. How the Astros could now be staring at a season-defining stretch of games and what that means to their division opponents. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve Sparks Discusses Astros New York Trip, Dana Brown's Departure & Brent Strom's Arrival

Steve Sparks Discusses Astros New York Trip, Dana Brown's Departure & Brent Strom's Arrival

College Football updates as the season started this past weekend. Dana Brown recently was interviewed after being fired by the Astros, hear the reaction to what Brown had to say. Also the name surrounding the Astros GM job is a name Astros fans are used too. Who should be the next GM for the Astros?

Jeff Bagwell, one of the four people overseeing the Astros' baseball operations department after Dana Brown's dismissal, will be the color analyst on the team's television broadcast during the first three games of the White Sox series. Geoff Blum is off.

The show is cursed. Last week's audio came out haunted, three Cardinals hit the IL in a matter of days, and Nate and Ben have made peace with the grudge ghost now living in the podcast. Between hauntings they cover a tired, banged-up team still hanging around the wild card: Masyn Winn's season-ending thumb, Josh Baez's wildly unlucky start, and a Kyle Leahy who's quietly pitched like an ace for two months.Down on the farm, Rainiel Rodriguez keeps mashing, and the Cardinals now have baseball's second-best farm system. Plus Pirates and Dodgers previews, the Astros' bizarre firing of Dana Brown, and a new game about ballpark calories.Have a question or comment for the show? Text or leave us a voicemail at: (848) 48-BIRDS (848-482-4737)Talking About Birds is listener supported on Patreon. Support the show and join our private discord server at: www.patreon.com/talkingaboutbirds

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Ross Bolen discusses the Houston Astros parting ways with general manager Dana Brown despite remaining atop the AL West in yet another confusing season chock full of frustration. Video Produced by Kade Orris Subscribe on YouTube: YouTube.com/@BangingTheCan  Presented by Bolen Media:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BolenMedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael McGreevy joins Jack and Aram for a deep dive into one of the strangest and most valuable skills in the sport. From there, the conversation turns to his 2026 season with the Cardinals, where he has pitched like a frontline arm despite working through a dip in fastball velocity and leaning on a seven-pitch mix to keep hitters uncomfortable. Before the interview, Peter and Jack break down the Royals' nine-game win streak and react to the Astros firing their GM. Time Stamps: Intro: 0:00Royals: 3:30Dana Brown: 10:52Michael McGreevy: 23:52 Download Pikkit and Use Code JUSTBASEBALL to win $3-100! Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGM Join our Just Baseball Discord Just Baseball Merch! Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the Astros firing general manager Dana Brown and how it's been been an interesting ride for the teams' front office under owner Jim Crane. They also discuss the Mariners promoting top pitching prospect Kade Anderson, Colt Emerson's season-ending wrist surgery, and how things might be different for the Padres now that their new ownership has officially taken over. Listener email topics include the chances of the Red Sox signing Adley Rutschman to an extension this offseason and whether the Tigers should have held on to Tarik Skubal and others to make a stronger run at a playoff berth.

- How the Boutte trade makes C.J. and Nico's life easier - Dana Brown leaving the team - Astros turn their attention forward through Scouting and Drafting 

Hour 1 - Houston Sports News , GM job and Headlines

compared to other GM decisions during the P&P ERA

The Houston Astros have fired general manager Dana Brown amid an AL West division race collapse. Corey Pieper breaks down a seismic front-office shakeup in Houston, a massive wave of late-August injuries, the daily Bullpen Report, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The transaction and health wire is moving rapidly as the Astros part ways with GM Dana Brown, Colt Emerson is ruled out for the season following wrist surgery, and Carson Whisenhunt exited his latest start early to evaluate a forearm issue. Meanwhile, Victor Bericoto and Willy Adames land on the injured list, Ketel Marte is expected to serve a minimum IL stint, Bryce Eldridge was placed on the bereavement list, and both Kyle Freeland and Mike Soroka were placed on the injured list. Daily performance slates featured strong outings in the studs column from Drew Rasmussen matching up with Framber Valdez, Sandy Alcantara, Cade Cavalli, Jorbit Vivas, Cal Raleigh, Rafael Devers, Julio Rodriguez, Kaelen Culpepper, Kevin Gausman, and a pitching duel between Parker Messick and George Klassen. On the other hand, several notable names tumbled into the duds section, including Ryan Feltner, Jose Urquidy, Zack Wheeler, and Chase Burns. The daily Bullpen Report analyzes high-leverage ninth-inning situations around the league, detailing Riley O'Brien's meltdown in St. Louis, Pete Fairbanks blowing a save in Miami, Nate Pearson and Steven Cruz in Kansas City, Ben Joyce in Anaheim, Daniel Palencia returning for the Cubs, and Yoendry Gomez suffering a meltdown in a non-save situation for Minnesota. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In The Loop kicks off the show discussing the uncertainty surrounding Joe Espada's future with the Astros following the departure of general manager Dana Brown. With conflicting reports about Espada's status and what conversations he may have had about his future, ITL asks the bigger question: Does it even matter at this point? The conversation then shifts to the Texans following their trade for Kayshon Boutte, as the guys debate whether adding another weapon to the receiving corps is enough to make them confident in the offense after losing Jayden Higgins for the season. The first hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What are the best uniforms in life — not just sports? ITL then goes Around The NFL, reacting to the biggest news, roster moves, and storylines from across the league as the regular season approaches. The conversation shifts back to the Astros as the guys ask what happened to the Astros general manager job. Following Dana Brown's departure, ITL examines how the position has evolved under Jim Crane, how much power the next GM could actually have, and what Houston needs from whoever eventually takes over. The hour wraps with What's Popping, covering the biggest trending stories from sports and entertainment. Later, ITL has some fun with another game of Would Ya Rather, forcing the guys to choose between some tough, ridiculous, and hilarious scenarios. The crew then opens the floor for another edition of ITL Lunch-Time Confessions, with the guys and listeners getting a few things off their chest. The hour wraps with College Football on a Tuesday, as ITL dives into the biggest conversations and storylines around college football with the 2026 season getting ready to kick off. The final hour begins with ITL reacting to Texans tight end Foster Moreau's comments following practice, discussing what the veteran had to say and what his role could look like in Houston's offense this season. The show wraps with Figgy's Mixtape, leading with BREAKING NEWS of the death of country music icon Dolly Parton at the age of 80. Figgy and the guys react to the loss of one of the most influential entertainers of all time before diving into some WTF news out of Baltimore, the drama involving Enes Kanter and the WNBA, and more wild stories to close out the show.

In The Loop kicks off the show discussing the uncertainty surrounding Joe Espada's future with the Astros following the departure of general manager Dana Brown. With conflicting reports about Espada's status and whether he's had conversations with the organization about what comes next, ITL asks a bigger question: Does it even matter at this point? Espada remains the Astros manager, but his contract expires after this season and his future remains unsettled. The conversation then shifts to the Texans after their trade for Kayshon Boutte, as ITL debates whether adding the former Patriots receiver is enough to restore confidence in the offense following the loss of Jayden Higgins. Boutte gives C.J. Stroud another proven option after recording 551 yards and six touchdowns last season. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What are the best uniforms in life — not just sports?

In The Loop goes Around The NFL, reacting to the biggest news, roster moves, and storylines from across the league as teams prepare for the regular season. The conversation then shifts back to the Astros following the departure of Dana Brown, as ITL asks a bigger question: What happened to the Astros general manager job? With Jim Crane set to oversee baseball operations for the time being and responsibilities being spread throughout the front office, the guys discuss how one of baseball's premier organizations reached this point and just how attractive the GM position is today. The hour wraps with What's Popping, covering the biggest trending stories from the worlds of sports and entertainment.

The Drive reacts to Dolly Parton's passing. Also, how invested are you in the 2026 Astros?

How we feelin' 'STROS FANS..?!?

It wasn't a great Monday night for the Best Bets picks from Milner.

⚾ Dana Brown is gone. Is Joe Espada next?

Dana Brown, the only African-American General Manager in baseball, was fired by the Astros. Kwanza Jones is the first (and only) African-American woman owner of an MLB franchise. Does this make you want to buy Padres gear? And the podcast crew held a tribunal on the Black-on-Black crime: Tommy Pham versus Dane Myers. All of that and more. The Black Baseball Mixtape Podcast is in partnership with the Players Alliance, Minority Prospects, and Numbers Game Scorebooks.

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On Monday's show: More than 20 Houston-area apartment landlords are accused of using a shared pricing algorithm to push rents higher. We find out what a settlement means for affected renters.Also this hour: As Houstonians, we waste a lot of time sitting in traffic. We lose hours doom scrolling on social media. We also lose precious time contending with spam calls and junk mail, which only seem to get worse as time goes by. Can we free ourselves from unsolicited calls, e-mails, and texts?Then, a Houston Chronicle article laid out how HISD and other districts may be gaming the system to artificially inflate their state accountability grades and why that particular gravy train may soon end. We discuss that and other developments in education with a roundtable of reporters.And the Astros General Manager, Dana Brown, is parting ways with the team after four seasons. We talk about his tenure and what comes next for the team, which is tied for the division lead, with Bleav in Astros podcast co-host Jeff Balke.Watch

ITL reacts to the stunning news that Dana Brown is out as Astros general manager and discusses the timing, what led to the split, and where Jim Crane takes the organization from here.

In The Loop kicks off the show reacting to BREAKING NEWS surrounding the Astros, as the organization and general manager Dana Brown mutually agree to part ways, effective immediately. Brown's contract was set to expire after the season, and owner Jim Crane will oversee baseball operations during the transition. ITL reacts to the timing of the move with the Astros still fighting for the AL West and discusses what it says about the direction of the organization moving forward. The conversation then shifts to the Texans returning to practice, with Houston adding some new faces following a string of injuries. That includes veteran wide receivers Zay Jones and Sterling Shepard, who were brought in after the season-ending injury to Jayden Higgins, as ITL discusses what the new additions could bring to the roster. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: Who was a coach or manager you were dead wrong about?

In The Loop kicks off the show reacting to BREAKING NEWS surrounding the Astros, as the organization and general manager Dana Brown mutually agree to part ways, effective immediately. With Brown's contract set to expire after the season, ITL reacts to the timing of the decision, what it says about the direction of the organization, and where Jim Crane takes the Astros from here. The conversation then shifts to the Texans returning to practice, as Houston welcomes some new faces to the roster following a string of injuries, including veteran wide receivers Zay Jones and Sterling Shepard. The first hour wraps with the Question of the Day: Who was a coach or manager you were dead wrong about? ITL then goes Around The NFL, reacting to the biggest news, roster moves, and storylines from across the league before checking in on DeMeco Ryans' media availability following Texans practice. The guys react to the head coach's biggest comments as Houston works through injuries, roster additions, and the final stretch of the preseason. The hour wraps with What's Popping, covering the biggest trending stories from the worlds of sports and entertainment. Later, ITL dives into Jonathan M. Alexander's look at what we know and still don't know about the Texans after three weeks of training camp. With roster decisions approaching, the crew discusses which questions Houston appears to have answered and which areas still need clarity before the regular season begins. The guys and listeners then come clean during another edition of ITL Lunch-Time Confessions before handing out their Winners & Losers of the Weekend. The final hour takes a closer look at the Texans' current wide receiver room following the season-ending injury to Jayden Higgins. ITL discusses Houston's options at the position and reacts to what Jaylin Noel had to say following practice as the Texans figure out how their receiving corps will look heading into the season. The show wraps with Figgy's Mixtape, featuring the wild story of a father revealing to his daughter before his death that he had secretly been a bank robber and fugitive, the growing trend of parents giving their children weapon-inspired names, and more bizarre stories from around the internet. BREAKING: Texans Trade For WR Kayshon Boutte

The Astros dismiss their general manager. Correspondent Mike Reeves reports.

Matt & Ross In The Morning Debut! Dana Brown Leaves Town????

Matt & Ross In The Morning Debut! Dana Brown Leaves Town????

Hour 3 of Jeremy and Joe! Deshaun Watson continues to be so out of touch MLB front office insider Jeremy Booth joined the show to talk about the firing of Astros GM Dana Brown, the future of manager Joe Espada, and what the Astros might do next PLUS, the Junkie of the Day!

Hour 1 of Jeremy and Joe reacting to the Astros firing GM Dana Brown

Astros and GM Dana Brown have mutually agreed to part ways, the team announced.. Brown's responsibilities will be transitioned to assistant GMs Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey and Connor Huff, and to senior advisor Jeff Bagwell. Jim Crane will oversee baseball operations through the transition period.

The Drive's Monday 5 O'CLOCK FIRE- Dana Brown Officially OUT as GM of the Astros + Texans Trade for WR Boutte! + Texans Making PROGRESS witht his OFFENSE.. Slowly, but Surely.. + T-Mil's Monday BEST BETS for Tonight's MLB Action!$!$

Dirty's Daily: a BOUTTE for this Houston Texans Offense! + Former Texan Now Cleveland Browns QB-Deshaun Watson.. He's Upsetting Folks.. + With the Astros & GM Dana Brown "Parting Ways".. What's NEXT for Crane & Co

"END of the ROAD" for Astros General Manager Dana Brown Y'all! + Texans OC Nick Caley had a VERY Solid Performance in Preseason Game #2! + Weekend's Best, Weekend's Worst- with THE DRIVE!

Texans TRADE ALERT! Caserio & Co. Trade for Patriots WR Boutte Monday!! + Given the ACL/Out for Year Higgins News & Now Boutte Trade.. Texans Offense + 2nd Year Pass-Catcher Jaylin Noel has RETURNED to Texans Practice!

Dana Brown is out..! Astros and GM Dana Brown have mutually agreed to part ways, the team announced.

ITL looks at the current power structure surrounding the Astros and wonders whether Dana Brown is GM in title more than practice as his contract winds down.

ITL kicks off the show with a big-picture question surrounding the Astros front office: Has Jim Crane essentially already fired Dana Brown? Brown is in the final year of his contract with no extension in place, and Crane's involvement in baseball decisions has continued to raise questions about just how much authority the Astros GM currently has. After watching last night's game, ITL wonders whether we're seeing signs that the organization has already begun moving beyond Brown. The conversation then shifts to the Texans defense, which received major national recognition with Sports Illustrated featuring Houston's defensive stars on its September NFL preview cover. Will Anderson Jr., Danielle Hunter, Derek Stingley Jr., Jalen Pitre and Azeez Al-Shaair are featured as expectations continue to skyrocket for one of the NFL's most talented defenses. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What music, band or artist hill will you die on?

Full Show Description – Wednesday, August 19th ITL kicks off the show with a big-picture question surrounding the Astros front office: Has Jim Crane essentially already fired Dana Brown? With Brown in the final year of his contract and questions continuing about the organization's decision-making structure, the guys wonder whether recent developments — including what they saw last night — are signs that the Astros have already started moving beyond their general manager. The conversation then shifts to the Texans defense getting the Sports Illustrated cover treatment, as Will Anderson Jr., Danielle Hunter, Derek Stingley Jr., Jalen Pitre and Azeez Al-Shaair receive national recognition ahead of a season filled with massive expectations. The first hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What music, band or artist hill will you die on? ITL then goes Around The NFL, but the conversation quickly changes when BREAKING NEWS hits that Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins suffered a torn ACL and will miss the season. The guys react to the devastating injury and discuss what losing Higgins means for C.J. Stroud, the receiving corps, and the Texans offense before wrapping up the hour with What's Popping. Later, former Texans Pro Bowl offensive lineman Chris Myers joins the show to break down Houston's offensive line and give his thoughts on the Higgins injury and its impact on the offense. The crew then opens the floor for another edition of ITL Lunch-Time Confessions before court is back in session with Judge John Lopez. The final hour continues the conversation surrounding Jayden Higgins, as ITL examines what options the Texans should consider to replace his production, whether the answer is already on the roster or if Houston needs to look outside the building for another receiver. The show wraps with Figgy's Mixtape, featuring an alleged cocaine-trafficking ring connected to Penn State fraternities, a behind-the-scenes video involving a former news anchor blowing up online, and more wild stories to close out the day.

Why are Astros fans angry with Dana Brown? Thoughts on the Texans heading into the season? Are the Rams the Super Bowl favorite?