Podcast appearances and mentions of jay brophy

Damar Hamlin is doing better but is still in critical condition after suffering Cardiac Arrest during a game Monday night. The world saw just how dangerous the sport can be. Jay Brophy is a former NFL linebacker. He's seen many things on the field over the years. Jay joined Ray to talk about those tragedies and the grief and anxiety that comes with them.

Damar Hamlin is doing better but is still in critical condition after suffering Cardiac Arrest during a game Monday night. The world saw just how dangerous the sport can be. Jay Brophy is a former NFL linebacker. He's seen many things on the field over the years. Jay joined Ray to talk about those tragedies and the grief and anxiety that comes with them.

Josh Darrow catches up with recent UM Sports Hall of Fame inductee and All-America linebacker Jay Brophy, who talks about being recruited by Howard Schnellenberger, how the Canes shocked the college football world his senior year, his time with the Dolphins under Don Shula and what it was like to coach LeBron James on the high school gridiron.

Coach Spo's mixing & matching lineups.  Jay Brophy talks football & LeBron.

Football talk & his time as LeBron's High School Football Coach.

Episode NotesFormer Dolphins Super Bowl linebacker and college football nation champion Jay Brophy joins us in The Garage this week to share his incredible story. We talk about everything from his time with Bernie Kosar at Miami, playing in the Super Bowl, coaching LeBron James, and now taking over as Head Coach of the Manchester High School Football Team. You don't want to miss his stories! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

:17 - As far as in-classroom education goes, school’s out for summer. Akron Public Schools superintendent David James gave an update on how the district is helping, especially with virtual learning and support at seemingly all hours of the day. He also touched on Teacher Appreciation Week and how the schools will manage the commencement ceremonies. 10:16 - One of the great gems in the Akron area is the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, though train riders will have to wait until the fall to jump on board. CVSR president Joe Mazur talked about this difficult decision to shut down for the summer, not only due to keeping a distance, but their volunteer base are made up on mostly senior citizens. 15;29 - For those who are craving live sports, the Korean Baseball League is airing on ESPN. Will the NBA return this year? How about college football? And how will sports like baseball and football respond with the possibility of no fans in the stands? 21:51 - On the topic of sports, the football world lost legendary coach Don Shula yesterday at the age of 90. Akron’s own Jay Brophy played with Shula in the 1980s, and he shared a few thoughts.

:19 - The fallout continues after Myles Garrett's on-field assault of Mason Rudolph with his own helmet. A long-time NFL player in Jay Brophy has seen a lot of stuff in his football career, but nothing like this. 7:35 - The impeachment inquiry continues this week, and Dr. John Green from the Bliss Institute at the University of Akron has you covered. Dr. Green talked about the key players, and he touched on the Democratic ticket. 15:18 - Colin Kaepernick has not taken an NFL snap in almost three calendar years, yet he’s making himself available for curious teams with injured or ineffective quarterbacks. His audition over the weekend drew ire from everyone, including the morning show who considered it to be a public relations stunt. 18:28 - On this day in 1978, the Jonestown massacre occurred in Guyana. Ray and Tony looked back at the Peoples’ Temple and the drinking of the Flavor Aid. Be sure to follow us on our various social media platforms. Facebook: 1590WAKRakron Instagram: @1590WAKR Twitter: @1590WAKR, @Rayinthemorning, @TonyMazur

:17 - With Sunday being the Super Bowl, Friday’s show had plenty of football themes. Ray and Tony talked about the top ten football movies of all time, with some honorable mentions just off the list. 7:26 - But not everything about football was positive. Malone University is dropping intercollegiate football as a cost-cutting measure, as the college has a $2.5 million structural deficit to contend with. Charlie Grimes, athletic director at Malone, joined the show to discuss the decision to cease football operations. 13:37 - If you’re of a certain age, you may remember a nightclub in the Akron area called Red’s. It may have closed in 1988, but its legacy lives on through owner Arnie Shapiro, who turned 95 this week. 17:29 - Temperatures have been rather frigid this week, with the highs being in negative digits the middle of the week. Ren Camacho, the new president and CEO of the Akron-Canton Airport, called in to discuss how the airport deals with such bone-chilling conditions. 24:04 - As we wrap up this podcast and the week, the Akron Beacon Journal’s Bob Dyer and former NFL player Jay Brophy stopped by studio for some old Super Bowl memories from yesteryear. Brophy played in Super Bowl XIX, where his Miami Dolphins got trounced by the San Francisco 49ers.

:17 - Today’s Bride will be at the John S. Knight Center in Akron this weekend for a bridal show. Producer Tony is in the early stages of planning a wedding, and while he and his fiancee Leah are still looking for venues, it certainly won’t be a destination wedding. 8:20 - Former NFL player and local high school coach Jay Brophy came on the show to talk about a few football items. First, Ray and Jay talked about the hiring of Freddie Kitchens, then they mentioned the Rooney Rule and lack of minority coaches, and finally on this weekend’s games. 25:29 - Speaking of this weekend, Saturday is the annual TribeFest, held at the Cleveland Convention Center. Indians director of communications Curtis Danburg joined the program to preview the event. 30:42 - January 11th is the anniversary of the death of Paul Lynde, a favorite of Tony’s. As a tribute, they touched on the life and times of the hilarious star of Hollywood Squares. 35:19 - And finally, it’s Friday, so our movie guy Scott Wynn stopped by. Aquaman still tops the charts, and a new buddy comedy with Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston is out in theaters.