00:00 Trailer 03:16 Laibel's Pat on the Back 05:00 The Start of the Dysfunctional F*ckery 07:10 How We All Met 10:40 Laibel's "Transitioning"?? 12:25 Mislaibeled on the Move! 16:45 Who's the Most Dysfunctional 20:14 Laibel's Access 22:22 CubX Ad 23:40 Hunter Biden Exposed 27:24 Back In the Day 30:34 The Debate 40:37 Trump is a Legend 42:27 Conspira…

Host Brandon Contes interviews sports journalism legend Andrea Kremer. Brandon and Andrea discuss a wide range of topics including the state of sports journalism especially after the cancellation of "Real Sports," the #MeToo movement in sports media, being part of the first all-woman NFL booth, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awful…

00:00 Trailer 01:50 MISLAIBELED is MOVING! 02:25 Intro to Johnny Daniels 03:30 Speaking Tour 06:30 NOVA & Oct. 7th 07:30 Who Is Johnny Daniels? 10:00 Things Take Time 13:40 Political Background 16:00 Meeting Trump 18:50 Growing Up in England 21:40 Go With the Flow 23:00 CubX Ad 24:18 Why Did You Enter the IDF? 28:05 The Other Side of Israel 30:15 H…

The boys are back at it to talk about the Oilers decision to not bring Ken Holland back after their run to the Stanley Cup finals, the MLBs marketing problem and why nobody knows any prospects or young rising talent, how important it is to enjoy sports above everything else, the greatness of a good game of wiffle ball, the steps it takes to become …

Host Brandon Contes interviews SNY's New York Jets reporter Connor Hughes. Brandon and Connor discuss a wide range of topics including Aaron Rodgers being Aaron Rodgers, Robert Saleh's handling of Rodgers missing mandatory minicamp, reporting or not reporting what sources tell you, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.co…

The guys are back at it to talk about the Oilers shortcoming in game 7, Connor McDavid not going on the ice to accept the Conn Smythe trophy, the greatness of the Stanley Cup, this years selections for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘er…

00:00 Trailer 03:00 Howie’s Proto-Hologram 08:50 Direction of Technology 12:40 What Were You Doing Before? 15:10 What You Are VS Who You Are 23:50 No Healthier Place for Anybody to Be 26:06 CUBX AD 27:26 Changing the Curriculum for the World 30:44 Taking Action 33:30 Coping Mechanisms 37:00 Bobby's World 38:50 Did You Feel Like You Were Meant to be…

Host Brandon Contes interviews former "Mike and the Mad Dog" producer and current co-host of "Carlin vs. Joe," Chris Carlin. Brandon and Chris discuss a wide range of topics including trying to navigate Mike Francesa and Chris Russo during their blowup, the "challenge" of working with Don Imus, entering broadcasting due to somebody getting pantsed …

The boys are back at it to talk about the energy of the Canadian crowd for The Edmonton Oilers in game 4 and hopefully going forward in the series, the chances of the Oilers coming back to force a game 6 and/or 7, Dave’s inability to watch the games due to his superstitions and stubbornness, Rory McIlroy, PGA poster boys decision to leave without t…

00:00 Trailer 02:20 What Type of Home Did You Grow Up In? 05:25 Sonny Franzese Intro to THE LIFE 07:20 From Pre-Med to Mafia 12:00 Basic Structure of the NY Mafia Families 12:25 Earning Respect in the Life 17:33 CUBX ad 18:52 Breakdown of Family Roles 18:10 Sonny Franzese's Fame 20:50 Growing Up in the Spotlight 24:50 Wealthiest Most Powerful Mob B…

The guys are back with Garret from 2 Dudes With Sports News and Steal And Teal to talk about the Savanna Bananas and how that could help the MLB with their marketing issues, how stats and nerds have ruined baseball, some who is better and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘er…

Host Brandon Contes interviews former "Around the Horn" panelist and current co-host of "Brother From Another" Michael Holley. Brandon and Michael discuss a wide range of topics including the Boston media's feelings about Joe Mazzulla, Kyrie Irving's tenure in Boston, being on "Around the Horn," working with Max Kellerman, and more. For even more d…

The boys are back to talk about opening day at Spitz Stadium, why winning isn’t a priority in sports anymore, if pressure is welcome as an owner or a franchise, the lack of good fundamental play in Major League Baseball and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘erBy Belly Up Media Network 🎙

00:00 Trailer 01:40 Welcome to Mr. Shilohs 04:05 Hate for LA 05:10 Out of Town Customer Service 11:10 Laibel Makes It Happen! 12:55 CVS Rant 16:15 No Pay to Play in LA 18:30 LA Personalities 20:45 Mislaibeled’s Flight Rules 27:02 Shady Politicians 32:51 Mislaibeled's New Country! 37:35 Shulem Pod Recap 39:30 Getting the Best Out of Shmueli 42:10 Va…

Host Brandon Contes interviews "First Things First" co-host Nick Wright. Brandon and Nick discuss a wide range of topics including going to FS1 instead of ESPN, Chennedy Carter's foul on Caitlin Clark and the overall WNBA discussion, doing sports talk radio in Kansas City, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and fol…

The guys are back to talk bout the Edmonton/Dallas series, how the Oilers chances seem to look going into the finals, the controversy seeming to surround Cailtyn Clarks rookie WNBA season, the retirement of the great Angel Hernandez, our pick for the song of the week and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘er…

00:00 Trailer 03:37 Why Shulem Is Joining the Pod 05:46 Thoughts on the Girls Pod 08:00 Are We a Frum Podcast? 12:40 Views on the Last Pod 16:05 How We Know Eachother 17:22 CubX Ad 18:41 Pesach Recap 2019 20:40 Safer to Drive 100+ MPH?! 25:25 Sababa Recap 29:45 Shmueli Forgot the Words?! 33:40 Shmueli's Lack of Judaism Knowledge 37:15 Dave Steele (…

Bill Walton died on May 27, 2024 at the age of 71. Bill meant a lot to us at Awful Announcing, so we wanted to do something special. We invited a few of Bill's many friends and broadcast partners to tell stories and memories of the Basketball Hall of Famer and legendary broadcaster. Sit back with host Brandon Contes and guests Jason Benetti, Roxy B…

The boys are back to talk about what to and what not to purchase at a sporting event, subway odours, the culture of Quebec, the way our southern neighbours celebrate their holidays, some all time under rated canadiana musicians and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘erBy Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The boys are back for the 400th time tonight to talk about the time that Brent and Dave first met and the beginning of the arguably legendary friendship, how big sports moments unite people in a way that doesn’t compare to much, our favourite sports moments as fans, the lack of success for the Toronto Blue Jays and what management needs to do, how …

Host Brandon Contes interviews legendary Indianapolis 500 broadcaster Paul Page. Brandon and Paul discuss a wide range of topics including working the Indy 500 on radio and TV, being mentored by Sid Collins, working with Bobby Unser, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagr…

00:00 Trailer 2:45 Intro to Our Guests 11:00 Core Non-Negotiables in Dating 18:23 CubX Ad 20:00 Disagreeing in Partnership 22:22 Lack of Understanding in the Dating Scene 31:05 Nurturing Yourself Before Marriage 40:00 What Are People Missing in the Dating World 43:45 Effect of Apps & Outside Forces in Dating 53:22 Unexpected Things that Comes Up Du…

The boys are back tonight after a short break to talk about the Canucks/Oilers game 7, the unforeseen goaltending showdown in that series, how crucial Brock Boeser missing game 7 was, if deserving a ring is an actual thing in sport, outdoor watch parties for playoff games, the best stadium foods and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and …

Host Brandon Contes interviews executive producer and host of "SportScience," John Brenkus. Brandon and John discuss a wide range of topics including creating and hosting "SportScience," how the science community reacted to the show, creating and running Brinx. TV, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us o…

The guys are back tonight to talk about hot dawggin and chirping in sports these days, how different a 3-0 lead is in a playoff game compared to regular season, if enforcers still have a place in hockey, Dave possibly still having feelings for his near and dear Edmonton Oilers, how bad Stuart Skinner has been for the Oilers, the glory of arcades, a…

00:00 Trailer 01:54 Meeting Dave Rubin 03:18 Everyone Has a Podcast 05:14 Who's Dave Rubin 06:38 Dave Rubin is Still Jewish 09:55 Political Science to Comedian 17:08 CubX Ad 18:27 Starting with TYT 23:43 Left Wing Bias on Being Gay 27:46 Response to Israel vs Hamas 31:48 USA Created the Codependency 32:56 Biden Leaving the Southern Border Open 34:2…

The boys are back at it to talk about Brents new office, the Tom Brady roast, what the hell is actually going on with Tom Brady, The Edmonton Oilers doing their best Maple Leafs impression Wednesday night, the lack of face to face there is when delivering news of not making a team there is to minor athletes, some would you rather and a whole lot mo…

Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN's Steve Levy. Brandon and Steve discuss a wide range of topics including being a Rangers fan and working with Mark Messier, working "Monday Night Football," his infamous "bulging disc" blooper, why Pat McAfee is a "genius," and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Face…

Tonight the boys are back at it to talk about the Leafs once again blowing it in the playoffs, why they can’t seem to figure things out, our picks for round 2 of the playoffs, the underwhelming start to the Blue Jays season and what’s causing their problems, if they made a mistake betting on Vlad Guerrero Jr, how important the mental aspect of base…

00:00 Trailer 06:55 Living a Full Life 08:40 Sage's Core Values 11:40 Political Climate on Color 16:58 CubX Ad 18:18 Fulfilling Your Dream as a Sportscaster 26:15 Remembering Stuart Scott, A True Friend 27:20 Journalism Was About Stories 33:48 Hypocrisy in the Industry 39:34 Courage to Have a Conversation 41:40 Do People Really Hate Opinions? 44:55…

The boys are back at it to talk about Connor Hellebuyck’s comments on his playoffs performance with the Winnipeg Jets. They then discuss round 1 of the NHL playoffs and the coaching carousel around sports. The NBA’s award nominees are out and how little sense they seem to make, some would you rather and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers …

Host Brandon Contes interviews co-host of "The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz," Jon "Stugotz" Weiner. Brandon and Stugotz discuss a wide range of topics including being interested in being program director at WFAN, working with Dan Le Batard for nearly 20 years, the importance of being on ESPN and being jealous of Pat McAfee, and more. For even mo…

The guys are back to talk about the many 3-1 series in the first round of the NHL playoffs, the lack of scheduling ability of the league from a consumer perspective, the greatness of voices and iconic announcers in sports, the lunacy of NFL draft day, some who is better and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘er…

Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Eli Gold. Brandon and Bob discuss a wide range of topics including being the voice of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Alabama not retaining him for 2024, telling a white lie to start broadcasting in NASCAR, Nick Saban retiring from coaching, and more. NOTE: We apologize for some audio and visual issues d…

The boys are back at it to talk about the greatness of a good sports montage, opening weekend of the NHL playoffs, when it’s appropriate for fans to scream and “woo”, Zach the mom hunter Wilson joining the Denver Broncos, how young quarterbacks are set up to fail, some who is better and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get int…

Tonight the boys are joined by Charlie and Spence from the North Idaho College golf team to talk Jontay Porters lifetime ban from the NBA for gambling on his own games, the Arizona Coyotes moving to Salt Lake City and how we think it will work out, the North Idaho Golf programs go to victory tunes, the upcoming NHL playoffs, how much harder it is t…

Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Bob Costas. Brandon and Bob discuss a wide range of topics including his feelings on Donald Trump before and after becoming president, Bob's infamous gun culture essay, how Tom Brady would be as a broadcaster, and more. For even more discussion, head over to awfulannouncing.com and follow us on Fac…

The boys are back at it to talk about opening weekend of their baseball seasons, the great sports tradition that is The Masters, our choices for the champions meal, our thoughts on the handing over the jacket tradition, how John Calipari’s one and done mentality may have hurt his legacy and college basketball as a whole, how poorly the NCAA is hand…

00:00 Trailer 02:22 What's Your Real Name? 04:55 #1 Bachelor 06:26 Queer Bachelors 09:14 Laibel's Favorite Person 11:26 Recapping Miami Trip 16:34 First Time We Met 18:45 CubX Ad 20:06 Difficult Part of the Day 21:33 Miami Rehab 23:11 Mislaibeled to Miami 25:28 Packing Light 30:16 Daily Grind 32:34 Hate for Flying 36:08 Blacklisted 37:52 Yeshiva Sc…

Host Brandon Contes interviews "Parkins & Spiegel Show" co-host and co-author of the book "Pipeline to the Pros," Danny Parkins. Brandon and Danny discuss a wide range of topics including Caleb Williams (very likely) going to the Bears, being the best man at Nick Wright's vow renewal, breaking the news of the Jovan Belcher tragedy, and more. For ev…

The boys are back to talk about the news of the Juice hitting his expiry date, the iconic slow speed Bronco chase, the miracle of the Pittsburgh Penguins possibly making the playoffs, the under appreciated greatness of Sidney Crosby, how lucky Pittsburgh sports fans truly are, the news of the Arizona Coyotes possibly moving to Salt Lake City and ho…

Tonight the guys are joined by friend of the show Dave from the Level The Playing Field podcast to talk about the eclipse, Mike Trout, the continued idea of a must trade clause, how the Jays have been looking and how close they may be to a rebuild, the athletes we want to sucker punch the most, this last weekend in sports and entertainment, some wh…

00:00 Trailer 02:25 Meeting Shane Battier 04:18 Changes in This Generation 07:15 Player You Looked Up To Growing Up 10:15 Duke Recruiting Process 14:00 Life of an NCAA Champion! 15:42 CubX Ad 17:00 Demand of Coach K 19:30 Transition to the NBA 22:55 Lebron’s Pressure of 2012 29:30 Heat Culture 33:10 Winning Streaks 35:50 Game 6 39:50 Pressure Behin…

The boys are back to talk about the line brawl between the Rangers and Devils and how these things come into fruition these days, where rivalries start and why they may be disappearing, the idea of a must trade clause to incentivize players, how supply and demand is hurting sports, some would you rather and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few be…

Tonight the boys are joined by Aaron for the Brutally Honest Sports Podcast to talk about the MLBs opening day and how misleading the beginning of the season can be, why fans seem to be giving up on their teams lately, a quick who is better and a whole lot more. Sit Back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘er…

00:00 Trailer 02:38 Fighting in War in Gaza 03:15 Chaim's Background 05:22 Military Breakdown 07:45 Family's Reaction to Joining IDF 11:18 Growing Up with Anti-Zionist Idealogy 13:50 Disagreeing on Rebellion 17:47 CubX Ad 19:06 Views on Israel 20:13 Training in the Army 23:41 Hanunas Story 25:30 Levels of Command 27:18 Is Genocide Happening? 29:00 …

Guest host Jessica Kleinschmidt interviews ESPN MLB reporter Buster Olney. Jessica and Buster discuss a wide range of topics including the slow pace of the MLB offseason, Scott Boras taking some losses in negotiations, helping Buster Posey be more media friendly, and more. NOTE: We recorded with Buster on Friday March 22, so in between recording an…

The boys are back to talk about the MLBs opening day, why baseball isn’t able to grow as a sport, Wrestlemania 3, what we think of The Rock coming back to pro wrestling, some visit, party and vacation and a whole lot more. Sit back, grab a few beers and let’s get into ‘erBy Belly Up Media Network 🎙

If you love baseball this one's for you! The Belly Up crew got together on the eve of the real start of the 2024 MLB season to talk about all things that are great about the game of baseball. From best memories at a ballpark, favorite players growing up to what the expectations are for their favorite teams this season. They then finished things off…

00:00 Trailer 02:59 Welcome Back Menachem Poznanski 05:22 The Chillest Therapist Alive 07:19 Who Do People Look Up To? 09:15 Realizations After Oct. 7th 16:29 Politicians Mind Tricks on Society 20:20 CubX Ad 23:30 Problem with Chuck Schumer 25:22 Why Do People Make Stupid Decisions? 30:21 Chuck Schumer Makes Me Angry 34:24 Is Chuck Schumer Self-Hat…