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In the ninety-second episode, Roy and Rob discuss the disappointing performance of the Steelers in the matchup against the lowly Cleveland Browns. Then after the break the guys discuss the winner take all AFC North championship matchup on Sunday Night Football against the Baltimore Ravens, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠⁠ or on Instagram⁠⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service⁠ ⁠link⁠⁠. Information about⁠⁠ The Heyward House⁠⁠ Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠247sports.com⁠⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the last Stacks Book Club episode of the year, we're diving into Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream by H.G. Bissinger with Joel Anderson, senior staff writer at The Ringer and co-host of sports & media podcast The Press Box. This book follows the 1988 season of the Permian Panthers, one of the best high-school football teams in Texas history. We discuss whether this book could exist as is today, how we feel about high school athletes getting special academic treatment, and why Joel wants to untether grades from extracurricular activities.There are spoilers in this episode.Be sure to listen to the end of today's episode to find out what our January book club pick will be.You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks website: https://www.thestackspodcast.com/2025/12/31/ep-405-friday-night-lightsConnect with Joel: Instagram | Twitter | BlueskyConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Threads | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Substack | Youtube | SubscribeSee 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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Hello, media consumers! Today's episode is a special holiday mailbag episode wherein Bryan and Joel answer your questions, as well as some they have for each other. The show starts out with a discussion about what media they enjoy in their free time (02:29) before they dive into questions like “What was the most overcovered story this year?” (12:06), “What publication would you bring back from the grave?” (24:16), and “What are your favorite book finds of the last five years?” (40:45). All that and more, here on The Press Box. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producer: Bruce Baldwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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"From the Pressbox" airs every Monday 9am-10am on 90.3FM WHPC and streams at www.nccradio.org.  The show is hsted by Rob Leoard and Tim Leonard.  Thos week Rob and Tim talk about the Islanders, te Knicks, and the Mets

In the ninety-first episode, Roy and Rob start off the show recapping the impressive victory over the Detroit Lions. Then after the break the guys discuss the futures of the AFC North Head Coaches, Myles Garrett's sack record and future in Cleveland, and then preview the AFC North battle against the Browns, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠⁠ or on Instagram⁠⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service⁠ ⁠link⁠⁠. Information about⁠⁠ The Heyward House⁠⁠ Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠247sports.com⁠⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Wiederer and guest host Kevin Fishbain discuss their vantage point in the press box at Soldier Field when Bears quarterback Caleb Williams made his game-winning touchdown throw against the Packers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas recap Old Dominion Football's 24 to 10 victory over South Florida Bulls in the Cure Bowl, discuss the trip to Orlando and all the bowl game festivities.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Welcome00:26 Recap of Orlando Trip and Bowl Game00:58 Special Guest: Justice's Take on the Game02:16 Interview with Cure Bowl MVP Quinn Henicle04:43 Travel Woes and Comfort Plus Experience07:34 Pre-Game Events and Tailgate Highlights09:10 Game Day Walkthrough and Strategy16:33 Press Box and Field Experiences24:20 First Half Game Analysis26:07 Analyzing South Florida's Performance26:41 Key Moments and Plays27:11 Challenges Faced by the Offense30:17 Offensive Line Adjustments33:42 Behind the Shield and Membership Benefits35:10 Coaching Changes and Future Prospects40:16 Reflecting on the Season and Bowl Game46:17 Fan Engagement and Future Plans53:08 Senior Leadership and Team Culture59:21 Final Thoughts and Thank You

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Hello, media consumers! Today's episode is a special year-end edition of The Press Box where Bryan is joined not only by David but by Joel as well! Bryan, David, and Joel come together to discuss the 12 people who shaped the media in 2025, in no particular order. The show starts out with Joel and David meeting each other for the first time, followed immediately by a dive into the first person on their list (02:47). The guys execute a three-man weave, discussing and sharing their thoughts on the 12 people they think shaped the media in 2025, including Donald Trump, Pablo Torre, and Bari Weiss. The show ends with Bryan, David, and Joel giving some 2026 predictions (1:41:58). All that and more, here on The Press Box. No. 1 - (02:47) No. 2 - (11:02) No. 3 - (18:10) No. 4 - (24:58) No. 5 - (38:22) No. 6 - (52:57) No. 7 - (1:03:21) No. 8 - (1:11:49) No. 9 - (1:23:05) No. 10 - (1:27:26) No. 11 - (1:33:53) No. 12 - (1:36:00) Hosts: Bryan Curtis, David Shoemaker, and Joel Anderson Producer: Bruce Baldwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosted by Rob Leonard and Tim Leonard, "From the Pressbox" airs every Monday 9am - 10am on 90.3FM WHPC Garden Ciy, New York and streaming at www.nccradio.org.  This week Rob and Tim talk about the merits of the NBA Cup, the Jets and Giants losing again, Islanders in 3rd place

In the ninetieth episode, Roy and Rob discuss the impressive victory over the Miami Dolphins at Home and then discuss the future of Tua Tagovailoa including if they would be open to him in Pittsburgh in 2026. After the break the guys then get you ready for the smashmouth matchup against the Detroit Lions including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠⁠ or on Instagram⁠⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service⁠ ⁠link⁠⁠. Information about⁠⁠ The Heyward House⁠⁠ Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠247sports.com⁠⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EPISODE SUMMARY: Lesley Visser is the most highly acclaimed female sportscaster of all time. She shares her journey to becoming the first woman to achieve numerous recognitions, the people who helped get her there, and many great stories from along the way.Visser was honored as a Giants of Broadcasting by the Library of American Broadcasting Foundation at the 2025 Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts luncheon and awards ceremony.On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Lesley Visser about:Growing up with a love of sports and getting a Carnegie Foundation scholarship to go into the male-dominated field of sports writingThe terrifying but exciting honor of being the first woman to cover the NFL Beat at The Boston GlobeTransitioning from writing to broadcasting on TV at CBS SportsGetting to present the Lombardi TrophyTraveling the world to report on major news such as the fall of the Berlin WallWorking with other legendary sports figures like Greg Gumbel and Terry Bradshaw, and riding on John Madden's busThe greatest events she's covered from Super Bowls to Final Fours to The Olympics and moreWhat it means to be a trailblazing woman, how sports reporting is evolving, and the progress that must still be madeThe role of technology in sports journalism, and her advice to future journalistsAnd More!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Lesley Visser is the most highly acclaimed female sportscaster of all time. Across numerous accolades, she has been the “First” – the First woman enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame; the First woman to win the Lifetime Achievement Sports Emmy and the First woman to win the Broadcasters Foundation of America Lifetime Achievement Award; the First woman on the Network broadcasts of the Final Four, the NBA Finals, the Super Bowl and the World Series. She is the First and only woman to have presented the Championship Lombardi Trophy at the Super Bowl. She was the First woman to cover the NFL as a beat, the First woman on Monday Night Football and the First female NFL analyst in both Radio and TV. She was the First female sportscaster to carry the Olympic Torch and the only winner of the Billie Jean King “Outstanding Journalist Award.”Visser is the only sportscaster – male or female – to have worked on the network broadcasts of the Final Four, the Super Bowl, the NBA Finals, the Olympics, the World Series, the Triple Crown, the World Figure Skating Championship and the US Open Tennis.Visser was voted the No. 1 Female Sportscaster of All-Time by the National Sportscasters of America. Her career began at the Boston Globe in 1974 after she won a Carnegie Foundation grant, given to only 20 women in the country who wanted to go into jobs that were 95% male. The Boston Globe made her the First woman to cover the NFL as a beat, at a time when the credentials said, "No Women or Children in the Press Box." She was elected to the National Sports Media Hall of Fame for her writing at the Boston Globe, magazines and CBS.com, and she was voted to the Sportscasters Hall of Fame for her work at CBS, ABC, ESPN and HBO. Visser has been named a Muhammad Ali “Daughter of Greatness” and won the Newseum Award for Lifetime Achievement – First given to Walter Cronkite. She reported from the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, focusing on how sports would change in East Germany after reunification, and had the privilege, in 2013, of throwing out the First pitch for her beloved Red Sox. In October 2024, she was honored with the Vin Scully Award for Excellence in Sports Broadcasting by Fordham University's public media service, WFUV.A graduate of Boston College, which awarded her an Honorary Doctorate in 2007, she served on the Board of the V Foundation for Cancer Research for more than 20 years, while also serving on the Board of NYU's “Sports and Society.” Visser has mentored young women for decades, while speaking at colleges and businesses around the world – from Doha, Qatar, to Charleston, South Carolina, where she delivered an address at the Renaissance Weekend, founded by President Clinton. Her book, Sometimes You Have to Cross When It Says Don't Walk, is a memoir of breaking barriers. It has been optioned for both a movie and a TV series.The Hall of Fame sportscaster has spent more than 30 years at CBS and more than 45 in the business. She is a contributor to the only all-female network sports show, We Need To Talk, on CBS, and had a podcast, In Conversation with Lesley Visser, on SiriusXM. Visser has been voted one of the “Women we Love” by Esquire magazine and one of the “Five Ideal Dinner Guests” by GQ.She and her husband, Bob Kanuth, a former captain of Harvard basketball, live in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.ABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world- class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America's Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown's Audio Architecture is one of the only commercial libraries that is built exclusively for radio spots to provide the right music for radio commercials. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now & Then, Hey, Morton, StudioTexter, The Rooster Show Prep, and AmeriCountry. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: IEX: Boxes and Lines and Molecular Moments.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: instagram.com/benztownradio Enjoyed this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody? Let us know by leaving a review!

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It's time for a Would You Rather Wednesday edition of Glenn Clark Radio, plenty to discuss this morning as we go over the latest on the Ravens, their playoff hopes and what needs to happen in order to get there, we'll also talk a little baseball after the stove has almost completely cooled off since the end of the Winter Meetings last week as we await for what the Orioles next move might be. It's a Wednesday so that means our guy Drew Forrester of DrewsMorningDish.com will be hanging out in studio to talk some sports with us of course, we'll go over the Ravens and their playoff chances with Drew, talk to him about the Pete Alonso signing and who knows what else will pop up as we play some Would You Rather. At 11:30am, the author of the new PressBox cover story on our Mo Gaba Sportsperson of year, Ravens beat writer Bo Smolka will tag in to tell us about the PressBox cover, his story, and we'll talk a little Ravens too after their win over the Bengals and what to keep an eye on as Sunday night hosting AFC East leading New England approaches. All that and much more on a Wednesday edition of the program!

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"From the Pressbox" airs every Monday on 90.3 WHPC in Garden City, New York 9am-10am and streams at www.nccradio.org.  The show is hosted by Rob Leonard and Tim Leonard.  This week they talk about the aftermath of what the Mets did, Hofstra doing well, and talking to former Islanders Beat writer Pete Calabria about Pat LaFontaine

The Pittsburgh Steelers proved once again that grit, leadership, and belief still matter in today's NFL. In this episode of the Steel City Insider Podcast, insider Jim Wexell and co-host Jeremy Hritz break down a statement win as the Steelers' so-called “castoffs” dispatched the Miami Dolphins — and why this victory could be a turning point for a late-season playoff push. We dive into:

In the eighty-ninth episode, Roy and Rob recap the latest Steelers victory over AFC North Divisional foe, Baltimore Ravens. Then after the break the guys dive into their preview of the Monday Night Football matchup against the Miami Dolphins, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠ or on Instagram⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service ⁠link⁠. Information about⁠ The Heyward House⁠ If you are keeping tabs on all things football related go check out my website, ⁠https://www.prospectencyclopedia.com/⁠ Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠ ⁠⁠247sports.com⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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"From the Pressbox" airs every Monday 9am-10am on 90.3FM WHPC Garden City, New York.  Streaming at www.nccradio.org.  The show is hosted by Rob Leonard and Tim Leonard and this week they talk about how Don Mattingly was ignored again for the Baseball Hall of Fame, The Men's World Cup countdown has begun and the Metropolitan Division is the toughest division in the NHL

Hello, media consumers! Bryan and Joel start the show with their thoughts on Olivia Nuzzi's newly released book, 'American Canto,' including what they did and did not like about it. Bryan gives a short summary of the book before asking Joel questions not only about 'American Canto', but about what the future holds for Nuzzi now that the book is out. Next, Bryan and Joel dive into the Lane Kiffin—Ole Miss situation(53:45), and whether Jimmy Sexton and CAA had involvement in a certain 'College GameDay' segment this week (1:02:40). Lastly, the show rounds out with the guys' thoughts on Paul Finebaum deciding to not run for U.S. Senate, and their takeaways from Erin Andrews's message to sports media hopefuls (01:08:19). All that and so much more, here on the Press Box. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producer: Bruce Baldwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the eighty-eighth episode, Roy and Rob recap the latest Steelers loss to the Buffalo Bills, recap the latest roster shuffling, and give their thoughts to Mike Tomlin's future. After the break the guys then preview the AFC North matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠ or on Instagram⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service ⁠link⁠. Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠ ⁠⁠247sports.com⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today on The Stacks, we're joined by Joel Anderson, senior staff writer at The Ringer and co-host of sports & media podcast The Press Box. We discuss his transition from athlete to sports journalist, how his relationship with his audience has changed alongside public perceptions of the media, whether we're freaking out enough about the state of media, and why he loves books on place.The Stacks Book Club pick for December is Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream by H.G. Bissinger. We will discuss the book on Wednesday, December 31st, with Joel Anderson returning as our guest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Rooster responds to a caller concerned about Jayden Daniels' presence in the press box versus the sideline and his noticeable lack of Commanders gear, breaking down why it may be an issue. The conversation then shifts to Dan Quinn, as Chris discusses whether Quinn should continue calling plays next season or hire a new defensive coordinator, throwing out potential names for the role. The audience also chimes in, sharing their thoughts on whether the team should stick with Quinn calling plays himself or bring in fresh leadership for the defense.

Hour 2 opens with Chris Russell responding to a caller concerned about Jayden Daniels' presence in the press box, his sideline demeanor, and lack of Commanders gear. The Rooster provides context, explaining why these optics aren't as alarming as some fans think, and transitions into a discussion about Dan Quinn possibly keeping defensive play-calling duties next year or finding a new DC. Listeners continue to weigh in during a caller reaction segment, offering perspectives on Quinn, Daniels' injury and potential return, and JD5's sideline appearance. The Rooster provides analysis, separating facts from fan speculation and breaking down the team dynamics behind the headlines.

TJ goes to a Lobo game the day after Thanksgiving and looks like an amateur when he goes to the Press Box at the game and cheers. He also discusses the Lobos win itself and how they were shortchanged by metrics to play in the Mountain West Conference Title game. Plus an NFL roundup and an email bag, all here on News Radio KKOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"From the Pressbox" airs every Monday from 9am - 10am on 90.3FM WHPC which streams at www.nccradio.org.  The show is hosted by Rob Leonard and Tim Leonard.  Tis week Rob and Tim takl about the Mets trading Brandon Nimmo, The Islanders in 2nd place in the Metropolitan Division and the fact that the Giants and Jets were both leading at halftime

"From the Pressbox" airs every Monday 9am-10am on 90.3FM WHPC in Gadren City, New York. Streaming at www.nccradio.org.  The show is hosted by Rob Leonard and Tim Leonard.  This week Rob and Tim talk to author John Valenti about his new book For Nothing is Hidden , the Jets win, the Knicks are in first place, and the MLB Veterans Commitee to vote for new hall of famers

Hello, media consumers! Welcome to the first in a monthly series of special episodes in which we take an in-depth look at a single subject and then interview a guest to help us understand that subject. This month's subject is The New Yorker magazine and our guest is its editor, David Remnick. This month's issue kicks off with a discussion between Bryan and David about Netflix's new documentary on The New Yorker, ‘The New Yorker at 100,' including what they both liked (02:54) and disliked about it (11:43). Next, they recall their first interactions with The New Yorker (16:08) and then dive into the history of the magazine (22:31). Bryan and David then contemplate some questions about the magazine, including, “If you were stuck on a desert island, whose New Yorker collected works would you pick?” (29:36), “What is your favorite New Yorker cover?” (36:31), "What movie or TV show to come out of The New Yorker would you pick?” (45:20), and more. David and Bryan finish their discussion by asking “Can The New Yorker survive another century?”(59:21). The December Issue winds down with an interview with New Yorker editor David Remnick (1:11:17). He and Bryan discuss what it was like having a documentary crew around while he worked, what kind of news outlet he wants The New Yorker to be (1:15:43), how much he wants the magazine to be about the city (1:29:45), and so much more, here on the Press Box. Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Guest: David Remnick Producer: Bruce Baldwin Additional Production Support: Conor Nevins and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the eighty-seventh episode, Roy and Rob talk about the disappointing loss to the Chicago Bears and then dive into some talk on their concerns of the coaching staff. After the break the guys get you ready for the Steelers home matchup against the Buffalo Bills, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠⁠ or on Instagram⁠⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service⁠ ⁠link⁠⁠. Information about⁠⁠ The Heyward House⁠⁠ Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠247sports.com⁠⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello, media consumers! Bryan is joined today by broadcasting legend Bob Costas to discuss the great NFL pregame wars of the 1980s and 1990s. They dive into everything, starting with him becoming the host of NBC's pregame show in 1984. Next, they discuss Bob's competition before turning to what made NBC's show special (07:42). They continue by going through Bob's pregame costars and his memories from working with them (26:042). Lastly, the show wraps up with Bob explaining why he stepped back from the pregame desk (43:36). All that and so much more, here on The Press Box. Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Bob Costas Producer: Bruce Baldwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In the eighty-sixth episode, Roy and Rob recap the impressive victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, talk about the Aaron Rodgers injury, and Jalen Ramsey/Ja'Marr Chase fiasco. After the break the guys then get you ready for this week's matchup against the Chicago Bears including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠⁠ or on Instagram⁠⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service⁠ ⁠link⁠⁠. Information about⁠⁠ The Heyward House⁠⁠ Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠247sports.com⁠⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the eighty-fifth episode, Roy and Rob recap the loss to the Los Angeles Chargers and the latest news and notes on the Steelers. After the break the guys then get you ready for the AFC North matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠⁠ or on Instagram⁠⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service⁠ ⁠link⁠⁠. Information about⁠⁠ The Heyward House⁠⁠ Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠247sports.com⁠⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the eighty-fourth episode, Roy and Rob recap the Steelers victory over the Indianapolis Colts and then give their thoughts on the lack of movement at the NFL Trade Deadline. After the break the guys preview the Sunday Night Football matchup versus the Los Angeles Chargers, including their predictions. Follow Roy on X⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠ or on Instagram⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service ⁠link⁠. Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠ ⁠⁠247sports.com⁠ ⁠Order⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy starts with the clunker last night between the Broncos and Raiders. (16:36) Dan Quinn on moving Joe Whitt from the press box to the sideline. (38:27) Kliff Kingsbury's on why his offense tells much different story than 2024. Plus, taking a look at Maryland vs. Georgetown in College Park. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the eighty-third episode, Roy and Roy give their thoughts on the pathetic showing of the Steelers versus the Green Bay Packers in primetime. After the break the guys then get you ready for the home matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X⁠⁠ @PreacherBoyRoy⁠⁠ or on Instagram⁠⁠ @bigcountryscoutingllc⁠⁠ Follow Robert Robinson on X⁠⁠ @RobRobGraphics⁠⁠ New Centerville Church of God Service⁠ ⁠link⁠⁠. Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠247sports.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Preorder⁠⁠⁠ Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the best startup isn't sexy at all? In 2013, Vijen Patel left private equity to pursue “the least-worst idea”: dry cleaning. No patents. No app wizardry. Just laundry lockers in high-rises, ruthless unit economics, and a $1.99-a-shirt price that was seared into America's brain.From bootstrapping routes at 5 a.m. to breaking even in 6 weeks, Vijen and co-founder Drew McKenna scaled Pressbox to hundreds of locations, stared down well-funded competitors, and ultimately sold to Procter & Gamble, where Pressbox became Tide Cleaners (now ~1,200 locations). After the exit, Vijen launched The 81 Collection, a VC fund backing “boring” businesses that quietly power the economy.This episode is a masterclass in building profit first, creating user behavior (not changing it), and protecting customer retention like your life depends on it.What you'll learn:How the “least-worst idea” found product-market fitHow sidestepping rent + labor can flip margins from 15% to ~40%The efficiency insight that beat “Uber-for-X” rivalsThe new-residence edge: creating customer habits with a welcome-kitWhy Pressbox had to set crazy-high retention goals (98%!)How to keep competitors close—and turn a Goliath into your buyerThe post-exit premise: “boring” businesses are engines of the middle classTimestamps:Choosing dry cleaning with a private equity lens: don't do it for passion–focus on practicality — 00:09:30The SMS “app”: low tech, high convenience — 00:14:14Unit economics breakthrough: lockers (26 transactions per hr) versus scheduled pickup (4-6) — 00:18:55The $1.99 insight: a price everyone expected — 00:24:58How getting into Chicago's top high-rise was a game-changer — 00:31:11Margins that work: if you're a high-rise “amenity,” you don't pay rent — 00:33:08Competing with Washio: convenience wins — 00:39:07Vertical integration: building the plant, staffing via Spanish newspapers — 00:41:48P&G looms: head-to-head, then the acquisition dance — 00:51:25Burnout, trade-offs, and life after exit: launching a VC fund that specializes in boring businesses — 01:03:28This episode was produced by Alex Cheng with music composed by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by Neva Grant with research help from Olivia Rockeman. Our engineers were Patrick Murray and Maggie Luthar.Follow How I Built This:Instagram → @howibuiltthisX → @HowIBuiltThisFacebook → How I Built ThisFollow Guy Raz:Instagram → @guy.razYoutube → guy_razX → @guyrazSubstack → guyraz.substack.comWebsite → guyraz.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.