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Happy Monday!! The National Championship Celebration was yesterday and it came with the news that Jim Knowles was leaving for Penn State. Who could be next....we'll discuss that and also talk to Rich Scarcella who covers the Nittany Lions for the Reading Eagle. Super Bowl 59 is set. We'll break down the Chiefs and Eagles matchup and Conference Championship Games that got them there. Austin Ward joins us to talk Buckeyes and Nate Davis who covers the NFL for USA Today stops by. What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Weekend Blitz and 3 Things

Happy Thursday and Cotton Bowl Eve!! The Buckeyes are wheels down in Dallas and some of the players spoke. We'll let you hear that. We also take a closer look at Texas with David Eckert of the Austin American Statesman. Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle stops by to talk Penn St. Herbie says that ESPN does not have an SEC bias. Could this be Ryan Day's swan song at OSU.... The CBJ has a chance to keep the momentum rolling. What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Beat the House, Your Emails and 3 Things

Steve opens the show with highlights from Saturday's win over SMU; then Steve gives you his thoughts on Saturday's game and some Ashton Jeanty numbers; then Steve discuss the team's schedule for the Fiesta Bowl. Then in the second segment, Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joins us to discuss the Penn State victory over SMU and some thoughts on the National picture in the CFP with some tweaks that he and Steve would like to see.

Rich joins the show to discuss Saturday's win over SMU; the atmosphere at Beaver Stadium; the play of the defense; some thoughts on fans being unhappy with James Franklin; Ashton Jeanty; some overall thoughts on the CFP and some tweaks Rich and Steve would like to see

Steve is joined by Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle to discuss Penn State's win over SMU and the opening week of the first CFP and then Steve discusses Penn State women winning the Volleyball National Championship on Sunday.

The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins us to discuss Saturday's win over Maryland: the fourth-quarter drive to seal the game; a deep dive into the fake punt to Luke Reynolds; the Injuries coming out of the game with Minnesota; PSU's depth; the greatness of Tyler Warren; Fans not understanding how good Drew Allar has been; and thoughts on the past weekend in college football.

Steve is joined by the Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella to talk Saturday's Minnesota game and then Dick Jerardi talks Penn State men's basketball.

A man murdered a woman in rural Pennsylvania after claiming she had cursed him with black magic. How did this region become known as the Hex Belt? And how could such a tragedy occur as recently as 1934?Sources:“A Look Back in History: Practice of witchcraft among PA Dutch rarely accurately portrayed to public.” Reading Eagle. 22 August, 2021. https://www.readingeagle.com/2018/08/01/a-look-back-in-history-practice-of-witchcraft-among-pa-dutch-rarely-accurately-portrayed-to-public/Karlsen, Carol. The Devil in the Shape of a Woman: Witchcraft in Colonial New England (New York: W. W, Norton & Company, 1998).Magruder, Taj. In the Day of Trouble (Mechanicsville: Milford House, 2024).Taylor, Troy. “The ‘Hex House' Murder: Strange Tales of Pennsylvania Folk Magic & Murder.” American Hauntings. https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/hexhouseUndine. “The Witch of Ringtown; a Medieval 20th Century Murder.” Strange Company. 28 September, 2015. https://strangeco.blogspot.com/2015/09/the-witch-of-ringtown-medieval-20th.htmlWhipple, Madison. “Who Are the Pennsylvania Dutch? A Brief History of this Rural Community.” The Collector. 22 April, 2023. https://www.thecollector.com/history-of-the-pennsylvania-dutch/White, Thomas. Witches of Pennsylvania: Occult History & Lore (Charleston: The History Press, 2013). Newspapers: La Opinion (Los Angeles)Republican and Herald (Pottsville)The Evening Star (D.C.)The Indianapolis TimesThe New York TimesThe Washington TimesMusic: Credits to Holizna, Fesilyan Studios & Virginia ListonFor more information, visit www.oldbloodpodcast.com

Rich joins the show to discuss Saturday's game with Wisconsin: the mental toughness of this Penn State team; Beau Pribula's performance in relief of Drew Allar; Jaylen Reed's interception; Andy Kotelnecki adjusting the offense for Pribula; then they discuss this week's game with Ohio State.

Steve is joined by Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle to discuss Saturday's game with Wisconsin and this week's contest with Ohio State; then Chris Raymond joins the show to discuss his book: Men in White: The Gutsy Against-All-Odds Return of Penn State football  

Evelyn Hartley was a studious and steadfast 15 year old girl, just living a normal life with her parents and siblings in La Crosse Wisconsin. One night she took a babysitting job for her father's co- worker (a college professor) and never returned. The disappearance is mysterious and the later confession even more mysterious. Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious  Music By: Michael Drzewiecki  Cover Art By: Charnell Where's Evelyn? : the 1953 babysitter's kidnapping that shook the nation Author: Susan T. Hessel Publisher: Lessons from Life, La Crosse, WI, ©2005 "Evelyn Hartley – News archives 26 Oct 1953 to 27 Feb 1997". La Crosse Public Library. Home - The True Crime Database "Police Hold man in Abduction Case". Reading Eagle. Reading, PA. UP. January 21, 1954.

Lisa Snyder, the mother charged in the 2019 hanging deaths of her two young children in their northern Berks County home, has been found guilty. The verdict was delivered late Tuesday afternoon by Berks County Court of Common Pleas President Judge Theresa M. Johnson in a bench trial held in a seventh-floor courtroom. Snyder, 37, was convicted of two counts of first-degree murder, endangering the welfare of a child, and evidence tampering. The charges stem from the deaths of her 8-year-old son Conner and 4-year-old daughter Brinley, whom Snyder hanged from a beam in the basement of their home in Albany Township on September 23, 2019. First responders found the children unresponsive, and they were flown to Lehigh Valley Hospital. After being taken off life support three days later, autopsies confirmed that both children died by hanging, and the deaths were ruled homicides by the Lehigh County coroner. Throughout the trial, Snyder maintained that her son Conner was suicidal due to bullying and that the incident occurred as a result of his desire to "build a fort" in the basement. However, the prosecution presented evidence contradicting this account, including surveillance footage of Conner appearing happy and untroubled when he arrived home from school on the day of the incident. Further investigation revealed that Snyder had ordered the dog lead used in the hangings the day before the children's deaths and picked it up the morning of the crime. Snyder's Google search history also included visits to a site offering instructions on how to hang oneself, further raising suspicion. Multiple witnesses, including school officials, testified that Conner had never exhibited signs of depression or suicidal thoughts, undermining Snyder's claims that bullying led to his death. Additionally, Snyder's adult son, Owen, testified during the trial, referring to his mother by her first name and stating he no longer considered her his mother—a moment that drew visible emotion from Snyder. Defense attorneys argued that Snyder's long history of mental health issues may have driven her to a psychotic state, but prosecution experts rejected this, stating that Snyder was fully aware of her actions. The trial concluded with a guilty verdict after seven days of testimony. After Berks County prosecutors rested their case on Friday morning, defense attorney Dennis Charles requested an immediate acquittal, arguing that the case was built on speculation, theory, and "all guesswork," according to The Reading Eagle. The request was ultimately denied. Charles argued that Lisa Snyder's internet searches on suicide, hangings, carbon monoxide poisoning, and drug overdoses reflected her own suicidal thoughts rather than an intent to kill her children. He further claimed that prosecutors lacked physical evidence to support their case, and that Snyder's 911 call and the reactions described by emergency responders were consistent with a mother finding her children hanging, not a perpetrator. With the conviction, Snyder faces an automatic life sentence without parole under Pennsylvania law for first-degree murder. She will be sentenced in October.    Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Lisa Snyder, the mother charged in the 2019 hanging deaths of her two young children in their northern Berks County home, has been found guilty. The verdict was delivered late Tuesday afternoon by Berks County Court of Common Pleas President Judge Theresa M. Johnson in a bench trial held in a seventh-floor courtroom. Snyder, 37, was convicted of two counts of first-degree murder, endangering the welfare of a child, and evidence tampering. The charges stem from the deaths of her 8-year-old son Conner and 4-year-old daughter Brinley, whom Snyder hanged from a beam in the basement of their home in Albany Township on September 23, 2019. First responders found the children unresponsive, and they were flown to Lehigh Valley Hospital. After being taken off life support three days later, autopsies confirmed that both children died by hanging, and the deaths were ruled homicides by the Lehigh County coroner. Throughout the trial, Snyder maintained that her son Conner was suicidal due to bullying and that the incident occurred as a result of his desire to "build a fort" in the basement. However, the prosecution presented evidence contradicting this account, including surveillance footage of Conner appearing happy and untroubled when he arrived home from school on the day of the incident. Further investigation revealed that Snyder had ordered the dog lead used in the hangings the day before the children's deaths and picked it up the morning of the crime. Snyder's Google search history also included visits to a site offering instructions on how to hang oneself, further raising suspicion. Multiple witnesses, including school officials, testified that Conner had never exhibited signs of depression or suicidal thoughts, undermining Snyder's claims that bullying led to his death. Additionally, Snyder's adult son, Owen, testified during the trial, referring to his mother by her first name and stating he no longer considered her his mother—a moment that drew visible emotion from Snyder. Defense attorneys argued that Snyder's long history of mental health issues may have driven her to a psychotic state, but prosecution experts rejected this, stating that Snyder was fully aware of her actions. The trial concluded with a guilty verdict after seven days of testimony. After Berks County prosecutors rested their case on Friday morning, defense attorney Dennis Charles requested an immediate acquittal, arguing that the case was built on speculation, theory, and "all guesswork," according to The Reading Eagle. The request was ultimately denied. Charles argued that Lisa Snyder's internet searches on suicide, hangings, carbon monoxide poisoning, and drug overdoses reflected her own suicidal thoughts rather than an intent to kill her children. He further claimed that prosecutors lacked physical evidence to support their case, and that Snyder's 911 call and the reactions described by emergency responders were consistent with a mother finding her children hanging, not a perpetrator. With the conviction, Snyder faces an automatic life sentence without parole under Pennsylvania law for first-degree murder. She will be sentenced in October.    Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

In recent discussions regarding future U.S. governance, it is essential to distinguish between former President Donald Trump's plan and the initiative known as Project 2025. The Reading Eagle has published a letter clarifying that Trump has his own distinct agenda which does not align with Project 2025.Project 2025, a comprehensive strategy developed by conservative think tanks and political groups, envisions a roadmap for potential future Republican administrations. The initiative includes policy proposals and governance reforms aimed at reshaping various aspects of federal administration, economic policies, and social issues. It seeks to address long-term goals such as regulatory reforms, reduced government spending, and bolstering conservative values across different sectors of American society.However, the letter in the Reading Eagle asserts that many critiques targeting Trump mistakenly conflate his individual plan with Project 2025. Trump's agenda, which includes his own set of policies and priorities, remains separate and unique. While both his plans and Project 2025 may share certain ideological similarities given their conservative underpinnings, they are independently conceived and should be evaluated on their own merits.One distinguishing aspect of Trump's plan is his responsiveness to immediate political contexts and his emphasis on certain hallmark issues from his previous term in office. These issues include strong stances on immigration policies, trade agreements that favor American industries, and a robust national security approach. Trump's plan is characterized by his signature approach of direct engagement and personalized leadership, which contrasts with Project 2025's methodical and multi-organization-driven development process.The divergence is significant because it highlights the internal differences within the conservative movement regarding future strategic directions. Understanding these nuances is crucial for voters, policymakers, and political analysts who are assessing the landscape of potential Republican strategies for the upcoming electoral cycles.In summary, while both Trump's plan and Project 2025 emerge from the same broad ideological spectrum, they are distinct entities with different origins, creators, and focal points. It is important for critiques and discussions to accurately differentiate between the two to avoid misunderstandings and misrepresentations of their respective goals and proposals.

The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins us to discuss Saturday's win over Illinois in the first segment; then Steve gives his thoughts about the game, then Doug from Wellsboro joins us.

Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joins Steve for a deep dive on Saturday's win: Rich talks the offensive line's performance; Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen; The interior of the defensive line; Drew Allar's play; Illinois' sequence at the end of the half; Kicker issues; Tyler Warren; some thoughts on UCLA and West Coast Travel

The first segment Steve gives his thoughts on Saturday's win over West Virginia; then Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joins the show to give his thoughts on the victory.

We get Rich's thoughts on Saturday's win over West Virginia: how Penn State handled the delay...Drew Allar's day...what he liked about the Nittany Lions' day and some of things Penn State has to improve on. The Nittany Lions professional approach to the season. Then Rich and Steve talk the NFL trip to Brazil on Friday (Rich is a Packers fan).

Mike Poorman from StateCollege.com and Rich Scarcella from the Reading Eagle look at Penn State Football training camp.

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Rich joins the show to cover a lot of Penn State ground before the start of practice later this week. Media Days; How 18 teams in the Big Ten will work and we talk some of the new teams. What does Rich hear most about from fans (transfer portal and NIL)? Then we get into the Penn State team itself: what position group to be concerned about  besides WR; How the secondary will shake out; new coordinators and Beau Pribula and Penn State's 2024 schedule.

Steve talks about working from the bottom in radio and TV; then Dick from Milton calls into to join the discussion; in the second segment; we talk a lot of Penn State football with Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle.

Steve and Rich cover a lot of ground. How Rich approaches writing the early magazine articles; Abdul Carter's position switch; How the running backs will be used in the new offense; How the new coaches feel after spring practice; how schools will handle the House settlement; how confident Penn State is; and NFL vs. NCAA Football

SJS Hour 1 - 06-24-2024 - High School football all-star games might be obsolete; weird NCAA rules decisions; then we discuss tonight's Game 7 matchup between the Oilers and Panthers. Then the Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to talk PSU football.

The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to discuss Saturday's Blue-White Game. What he liked from the game, and what he watched...what can you take away from the Blue White Game? Abdul Carter's performance. How fans shouldn't take too much out of a two-hour scrimmage after 14 practices during the spring. Why was everything so vanilla for the game?

SJS Hour 2 -03/07/2024 - The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to discuss the Darmouth case and NIL, then give his top story lines heading into Penn State spring practice. Then Steve discusses what can be done to improve the live experience at college basketball games.

The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the Dartmouth union case, NIL, then we discuss what his top story lines for spring practice which starts next week for Penn State. How do the three new coordinators adjust? New offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki and how his system fits the new PSU players. What happens in the wide receiver room? Who replaces last year's star's...Abdul Carter's switch to DE

Monday 11/13/23 Hour 1 - Steve takes a deep dive into the Penn State Michigan game and scenarios that change the game. Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella joins the show to talk about the Penn State in depth.

Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella tells Steve that he was surprised that the Yucich fire "didn't happen sooner"

Nate Bower from Blue-White Illustrated and Rich Scarcella from the Reading Eagle talk Penn State Football with Steve.

Hour 2 - on3's Nate Bauer joins the Steve Jones Show to give his honest reaction of the Penn state vs Indiana game and talks about Penn State Basketballs potential, and Rich Scarcella from the Reading Eagle joins the show for an analysis of the game

Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella: The Penn State Indiana Game was a "Emotional Letdown" at Times

This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle. Rich stops by to share why he still enjoys covering Penn State football after 35 seasons, handling Penn State's different coaches and what a gameday is like for a beat reporter. Follow Rich on Twitter @NittanyRich.  Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the website at StuffSomersSays.com. Join the newsletter today. Go buy Stuff by visiting StuffSomersSays.com/TheStuff

Penn State is visiting C-U & the IlliniGuys have a stacked show, featuring: The Reading Eagle's @ReadingEagle Rich Scarcella @nittanyrich talks Penn State FB Spotter for SEC on CBS & MNF, David Moulton ⁠@THEDavidMoulton⁠ IlliniGal Adalia McKenzie talks Illini Women's BB Kedric Prince @KedPrince4 Matt Stevens @matthewcstevens Whether you live in Champaign or Chicago, halfway across the US or halfway across the world, IlliniGuys.com keeps you in the know. Please share this episode on your social media & give us a 5-star rating if you enjoyed the show via podcast! We appreciate each one! If you listened to this on the radio as well, please give your station a call or drop them an email to thank them for broadcasting the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular. Subscribe at IlliniGuys.com and take advantage of our free 7-day trial. Don't miss the IlliniGuys family of podcasts - the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular https://anchor.fm/illiniguys, Sturdy for 30 Sturdy For 30 | a podcast by Brad Sturdy (podbean.com), I on the Illini I on the Illini • A podcast on Anchor, Ked's Recruiting Roundup Ked's Recruiting Roundup • A podcast on Anchor, and Big Sports Radio. Follow the hosts of the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular on twitter: Larry Smith @LarrySmithTV Brad Sturdy @Sturdy32 & Mike Cagley @MikeCagley

Hour 2 - The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella has Penn State 11-1 and a lot of other beat writers feel the same way, and 'headlines' of the week.

The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella has Penn State 11-1 and a lot of other beat writers feel the same way.

So much for Sean Clifford having to fight for an opportunity on the free-agent path after the 2023 NFL Draft.The record-setting Penn State quarterback and four-time captain's fifth-round selection by the Green Bay Packers on Saturday highlighted what was a big weekend for the Nittany Lions at the Draft in Kansas City. But what does his selection say about how his career was viewed by those who watched him at Penn State?Legendary Penn State beat writer (and noted Green Bay Packers fanatic) Rich Scarcella of the Reading Eagle joined host Donnie Collins on the Penn Stated podcast this week to discuss the Clifford selection from both a Packers and Penn State perspective.They also debated which drafted Penn State player is the best fit with the team that drafted him, and which player -- outside of Clifford, of course -- went higher than both thought he would.In a jam-packed episode of the podcast, Donnie also chatted with Mike Rescigno of the Greater Scranton Penn State Chapter to discuss the return of the group's popular annual dinner, which will be held on June 8 at Fiorelli Catering in Peckville. New Penn State men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades and voice of Penn State football and basketball Steve Jones will be the keynote speakers, and local Penn State legend Matt McGloin will serve as toastmaster.Donnie also ran down some breaking news: The release of the 2024-25 College Football Playoff schedule.  For tickets to the 42nd annual Scranton Chapter Dinner, visit www.psuscranton.org, email Mike Rescigno at mike.rescigno@comcast.net, or call Mike at 570-466-7872.To contact Donnie, drop an email at dcollins@timesshamrock.com, or send him a message on Twitter @PennStateTT.Listen and subscribe on Apple podcastsListen and subscribe on Google podcastsListen and subscribe on Spotify

The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says its 'imperative' Beau Pribula is prepared for the season.

Friday 4-14-23 Hour 1 - Steve is ok with the NBA fining the Mavs, Sixers TV announcer Kate Scott says if Joel Embiid doesn't win the MVP, stop giving the award, and The Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says it's imperative Beau Pribula is prepared for the season.

This week I welcome Alan Gratz to the show. We'll be talking about his latest #1 New York Times bestselling young adult novel, Two Degrees and the controversy over the Kutztown Area School District's canceling their "One Book, Once School" middle school program that was set to read Two Degrees. Why did they cancel reading his book? It's a familiar story of right-wing extremism infecting our schools. Right-wing members on the school board and in the community objected to reading a book that accepted the reality and the threats posed by climate change.  On April 15th, Gratz will be one of the Featured Speakers at the 25th Annual Kutztown University Children's Literature Conference. In the wake of the decision by the Kutztown Area School District to cancel their "One School, One Book" program, he made extra time to meet with the community while in town. He will be doing two events at Firefly Bookstore in Kutztown on April 15th as well. At the evening event, he will be interviewed by Joslyn Diffenbaugh, founder of the local Teen Banned Book Club. Details for the events can be found on Firefly Bookstore's Facebook page and through the links in the show notes.  Alan Gratz is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of nineteen novels and graphic novels for young readers, including Two Degrees, Captain America: The Ghost Army, Ground Zero, Refugee, Allies, Prisoner B-3087, and Ban This Book. A Knoxville, Tennessee native, Alan is now a full-time writer living in Asheville, North Carolina with his wife and daughter. Learn more about him online at www.alangratz.com. LINKS: Alan Gratz's home page: https://www.alangratz.com/about/ Get Two Degrees at your local bookstore: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781338735673 Firefly Bookstore events on April 15: https://bit.ly/40nVH4m Article: "In Kutztown schools, the right's culture warriors block a book on climate change," by Will Bunch, The Philadelphia Inquirer: https://bit.ly/3Kk3ACR Article: "Kutztown One Book, One School literacy program halted after outcry over book's focus on climate change," by Lisa Mitchell, The Reading Eagle: https://bit.ly/3ZMzywI Kutztown Organized for Educational Excellence (KOFEE): https://www.kofee.info/ You can support this show by becoming a patron for as little as $5/month at https://www.patreon.com/rcpress.  Don't Let Paul Martino & Friends Buy Our Schools and push extremist politics in our community. Raging Chicken has teamed up with LevelField to launch a truly community-rooted PAC to invest in organizing, support local and state-wide progressive candidates, and unmask the toxic organizations injecting our communities with right-wing extremism. We're putting small-dollar donations to work to beat back the power of Big Money.  You can get more information and drop your donation at  https://ragingchicken.levelfield.net/. Join our Discord to continue the conversation all week long: https://discord.gg/BnjRNz3u  

Thursday 12/22/22 Hour 1 - Today's full Steve Jones Show (with Penn State men's basketball 4:30 p.m. tip) including Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella saying Penn State's recruiting class is good but top 10 and 5 classes needed, and a replay of SI.com's Neal Coolong on the Eagles's success.

Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's recruiting class is good but top 10 and 5 classes needed to compete with Ohio State.

Monday 12/5/22 Hour 1 - Steve says the Phillies should've signed Xander Bogaerts instead of Trea Turner, and Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says this was an important year to James Franklin.

Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says this was an important year to James Franklin.

Monday 10/31/22 Hour 1 - Steve says Penn State was well coached vs. Ohio State and James Franklin's 4th and 2 decision is a 'gray area,' and Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella thinks we may see more of Drew Allar in the final four regular season games.

Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella thinks we may see more of Drew Allar in the final four regular season games.

Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's deep pass game could be an issue down the road.

Hour 2 - Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella says Penn State's deep pass game could be an issue down the road, and Steve doesn't understand why Tua kept playing after taking a hit and looking off vs Bills.

Hour 2 - It's a 'Best of' The Steve Jones Show all this week, with hour 2 featuring TicketManager's Tony Knopp and the Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella with their reactions to conference realignment in college football.

Friday 6/30/22 Hour 1 - Steve says the Big Ten hit the 'home run' it needed for expansion, and Reading Eagle's Rich Scarcella wonders what's happening behind the scenes at Notre Dame with today's news.