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It’s the very first episode of The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr and our first guest is Phil Wang! And Phil’s subgenre is…This Place is Evil. We’re talking psychological torture, we’re talking gory death scenes, we’re talking Lorraine Kelly?! The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr is a brand new comedy podcast where each week a different celebrity guest pitches an idea for a film based on one of the SUPER niche sub-genres on Netflix. From ‘Steamy Crime Movies from the 1970s’ to ‘Australian Dysfunctional Family Comedies Starring A Strong Female Lead’, our celebrity guests will pitch their wacky plot, their dream cast, the marketing stunts, and everything in between. By the end of every episode, Jimmy Carr, Comedian by night / “Netflix Executive” by day, will decide whether the pitch is greenlit or condemned to development hell! Listen on all podcast platforms and watch on the Netflix Is A Joke YouTube Channel . The Big Pitch is a co-production by Netflix and BBC Studios Audio. Jimmy Carr is an award-winning stand-up comedian and writer, touring his brand-new show JIMMY CARR: LAUGHS FUNNY throughout the USA from May to November this year, as well as across the UK and Europe, before hitting Australia and New Zealand in early 2026. All info and tickets for the tour are available at JIMMYCARR.COM Production Coordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Production Manager: Mabel Finnegan-Wright Editor: Stuart Reid Producer: Pete Strauss Executive Producer: Richard Morris Executive Producers for Netflix: Kathryn Huyghue, Erica Brady, and David Markowitz Set Design: Helen Coyston Studios: Tower Bridge Studios Make Up: Samantha Coughlan Cameras: Daniel Spencer Sound: Charlie Emery Branding: Tim Lane Photography: James Hole…

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John Canzano is in talking about the Oregon Ducks winning their opening game in the Big Ten tournament by beating Indiana. Canzano thinks that Oregon has the roster and is playing well enough to not only make noise in the Big Ten tournament but in the NCAA tournament as well. Later, San Jose Mercury News' Jon Wilner joins the program to discuss some interesting Pac-12 notes. Wilner says that some of the ACC schools could be coming back to the Pac-12. Wilner also talks about the Pac-12's upcoming media rights deal and what we can expect to see from the conference. Designer Brian Kappel joins the program to talk about some stories that he has from his time when he worked at Nike and with the CFP. Kappel tells some fascinating stories about the Red Hot Chili Peppers and some other top athletes. Kappel will be at the Front Row Card Show over the weekend and tells Canzano all about it. The big splash, the 5 at 5 and much more!

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BFT Show: May 30, 2025 2:20:06

1 day ago2:20:06

2:20:06

John Canzano is in talking about the SEC and Big Ten commissioners trying to run college football. Canzano wonders if there's going to be anybody else outside of those two conferences that is going to stand up and challenge the SEC and Big Ten. The BFT jury is back. The jury decides what the SEC is guilty of and if the commissioners of the SEC and Big Ten are guilty for not wanting what's best for the game. Canzano officially marks today as the start of summer and is looking for a summer theme song. The 5 at 5, what's on tap, and much more!…

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BFT Show: Spencer McLaughlin, Bill Moos, Eric Valenzuela 2:20:26

2 days ago2:20:26

2:20:26

John Canzano is in talking about Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark, who is seemingly taking a stand against the SEC and Big Ten. Canzano says it's about time someone in a power position tries to stand up against the most powerful conferences. Canzano also talks about Mike Leach now being eligible for the college football hall of fame. Canzano says it's a no brainer to put Leach in the hall of fame. Locked on College Football podcast host, Spencer McLaughlin, joins the program to discuss the new rule changes that could potentially happen in college football. McLaughlin is not a fan of a new expansion of the CFP and would actually prefer that the CFP goes back to the BCS model of only two teams. McLaughlin is happy that Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is standing up to the the SEC but also questions Yormark's motives. McLaughlin talks about the Oregon Ducks schedule and what he thinks the Ducks will be next season. Former Oregon, Nebraska, and Washington State athletic director, Bill Moos, joins the program and tells some great stories about the late Mike Leach. Leach is now eligible to be inducted into the college football hall of fame. Moos talks about when he left for Nebraska how the conversation went with Mike Leach. Moos hired Leach at Washington State and the two had a great relationship. Moos talks about the disappointment he has in college football right now as the sport has gone away from academics and team comradery. Saint Mary's head baseball coach Eric Valenzuela joins the program to discuss his Gaels as they are heading to Corvallis for the NCAA baseball tournament. The Gaels open up against the Beavers and Valenzuela gives a scouting report of his team and what they do well. Valenzuela coached with baseball great Tony Gwynn, when Valenzuela was the pitching coach for San Diego State, and Valenzuela talks about some of the the things he learned from Gwynn and mentions how great Gwynn was. Valenzuela talks about how special this season was for the Gaels and if he saw this season coming. The big splash, punch it audio, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Eric Valenzuela 18:06

2 days ago18:06

18:06

Saint Mary's head baseball coach Eric Valenzuela joins the program to discuss his Gaels as they are heading to Corvallis for the NCAA baseball tournament. The Gaels open up against the Beavers, and Valenzuela gives a scouting report of his team and what they do well. Valenzuela coached with baseball great Tony Gwynn when Valenzuela was the pitching coach for San Diego State, and Valenzuela talks about some of the things he learned from Gwynn and mentions how great Gwynn was. Valenzuela talks about how special this season was for the Gaels and if he saw this season coming.…

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BFT Interview: Bill Moos 29:12

2 days ago29:12

29:12

Former Oregon, Nebraska, and Washington State athletic director Bill Moos joins the program and tells some great stories about the late Mike Leach. Leach is now eligible to be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. Moos discusses his departure for Nebraska and the conversation he had with Mike Leach. Moos hired Leach at Washington State, and the two had a great relationship. Moos talks about the disappointment he has in college football right now as the sport has gone away from academics and team comradery.…

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BFT Interview: Spencer McLaughlin 19:45

2 days ago19:45

19:45

Locked on College Football podcast host Spencer McLaughlin joins the program to discuss the new rule changes that could potentially happen in college football. McLaughlin is not a fan of a new expansion of the CFP and would actually prefer that the CFP go back to the BCS model of only two teams. McLaughlin is happy that Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is standing up to the SEC, but also questions Yormark's motives. McLaughlin discusses the Oregon Ducks' schedule and his expectations for the team next season.…

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BFT Show: Dan Wolken, Mitch Canham, Brice Larson 2:21:29

3 days ago2:21:29

2:21:29

John Canzano is in talking about the SEC and Big Ten trying to manipulate the state of college football in their favor as Canzano says that the SEC especially is not doing what's best for college football. USA Today's Dan Wolken joins the program to discuss the world of college football. Wolken doesn't understand why the SEC and Big Ten want to have guaranteed spots in the CFP because the two conferences are going to get the spots anyways. Wolken thinks that the moves that the SEC and Big Ten are making are just moves to ultimately break off from everyone else and do their own thing. Wolken talks about if the Big 12 and ACC have enough stones to plants their feet in the ground and not give in to the SEC and Big Ten. Oregon State baseball coach Mitch Canham joins the show to talk about the Beavers in the NCAA tournament coming up. Oregon State will be hosting the Corvallis regional with St. Mary's, USC, and TCU. Canham talks about how the team has dealt with the time off between the end of the regular season and the NCAA tournament as the Beavers didn't play in a conference tournament this season. Canham talks about the team that he has and how tight the group is. Canham says they have kept open communication throughout the season to keep everyone on the same page. Canham previews St. Mary's who is the Beavers opening opponent. ESPN 960 in Utah's Brice Larson joins the show to discuss the Utah Valley baseball team who is heading to Eugene for the Eugene regionals. Larson says that the Wolverines are excited and comfortable heading to Oregon as some of their coaches are from the area. Their head coach Drew Rasmussen, played at Pacific University in Oregon where he was a three-time all-conference performer for the Boxers. Larson says that Utah Valley is coming to Eugene to win and make a name for themselves. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Brice Larson 15:52

3 days ago15:52

15:52

ESPN 960 in Utah's Brice Larson joins the show to discuss the Utah Valley baseball team which is heading to Eugene for the Eugene regionals. Larson says that the Wolverines are excited and comfortable heading to Oregon, as some of their coaches are from the area. Their head coach, Drew Rasmussen, played at Pacific University in Oregon, where he was a three-time all-conference performer for the Boxers. Larson says that Utah Valley is coming to Eugene to win and make a name for themselves.…

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BFT Interview: Mitch Canham 19:55

3 days ago19:55

19:55

Oregon State baseball coach Mitch Canham joins the show to talk about the Beavers in the NCAA tournament coming up. Oregon State will be hosting the Corvallis regional with St. Mary's, USC, and TCU. Canham talks about how the team has dealt with the time off between the end of the regular season and the NCAA tournament, as the Beavers didn't play in a conference tournament this season. Canham talks about the team that he has and how tight the group is. Canham says they have kept open communication throughout the season to keep everyone on the same page. Canham previews St. Mary's, who is the Beavers opening opponent.…

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BFT Interview: Dan Wolken 19:13

3 days ago19:13

19:13

USA Today's Dan Wolken joins the program to discuss the world of college football. Wolken doesn't understand why the SEC and Big Ten want to have guaranteed spots in the CFP because the two conferences are going to get the spots anyway. Wolken thinks that the moves the SEC and Big Ten are making are merely attempts to ultimately break away from everyone else and do their own thing. Wolken discusses whether the Big 12 and ACC have the confidence to stand their ground and resist the pressure from the SEC and Big Ten.…

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BFT Interview: Stewart Mandel 19:20

4 days ago19:20

19:20

The Athletic's Stewart Mandel joins the program to discuss college football and its changing landscape. Mandel is fired up about some of the comments made by SEC commissioner Greg Sankey. Mandel can't believe that the SEC and the Big Ten have been trying to secure four automatic bids, regardless of the outcome, in a potential postseason. Mandel thinks that the Big Ten is focused on the expansion of the College Football Playoff so that he can add a plau-in tournament for the Big Ten to decide who gets the final two automatic bids to the CFP. Mandel thinks that the moves the SEC and Big Ten are trying to make could potentially ruin the game of college football.…

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BFT Show: Mark Wasikowski, Stewart Mandel 2:20:59

4 days ago2:20:59

2:20:59

John Canzano is in talking about the SEC spring meetings in which Greg Sankey confirmed that they are talking about the college football playoff and a possible expansion. Canzano thinks that the SEC and Big Ten are making decisions that aren't for the greater good of college football and could potentially ruin the sport. Oregon baseball coach Mark Wasikowski joins the show to discuss the upcoming NCAA tournament. Wasikowski and the Ducks were chosen to host the regional round in Eugene. Wasikowski previews the pod and previews their first matchup against Utah Valley. Wakiskowski says the Utah Valley team is a veteran team who isn't going to be afraid of the moment. Wasikowski talks about the state of Oregon as both Oregon and Oregon State are hosting regionals. Wasikowski talks about a couple of players that have been huge for the team this season. The Athletic's Stewart Mandel joins the program to discuss college football and it's changing landscape. Mandel is fired up about some of the comments made by SEC commissioner Greg Sankey. Mandel can't believe that the SEC and the Big Ten have been trying to give themselves four automatic bids no matter what in a potential postseason. Mandel thinks that the Big Ten is focused on the expansion on the College Football Playoff so that he can add a plau-in tournament for the Big Ten to decide who gets the final two automatic bids to the CFP. Mandel thinks that the moves the SEC and Big Ten are trying to make could potentially ruin the game of college football. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5 and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Mark Wasikowski 13:34

4 days ago13:34

13:34

Oregon baseball coach Mark Wasikowski joins the show to discuss the upcoming NCAA tournament. Wasikowski and the Ducks were chosen to host the regional round in Eugene. Wasikowski previews the pod and previews their first matchup against Utah Valley. Wakiskowski says the Utah Valley team is a veteran team that isn't going to be afraid of the moment. Wasikowski talks about the state of Oregon, as both Oregon and Oregon State are hosting regionals. Wasikowski talks about a couple of players who have been huge for the team this season.…

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BFT Show: Rob Mullens, BFT Jury 2:20:30

8 days ago2:20:30

2:20:30

John Canzano is in talking about rivalries in college football and the controversy that was started with Petros Papadakis calling Lincoln Riley out. Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens comes on and talks about the Civil War and the future of that rivalry, and Canzano reacts to those comments. University of Oregon athletic director, Rob Mullens, joins the program right off of the get go and is discussing how successful Oregon athletics has been recently. The softball team is hosting Liberty on Friday night in the Super Regionals and is two wins away from making the College Softball World Series. Mullens talks about the house settlement and where his eyes are going when he looks at the settlement. Mullens thinks that we need some intervention on the federal level because there are so many different laws in different states when it comes to NIL deals. Mullens talks about the new CFP seedings rule that went in to affect and tells Canzano why it was the right choice to change the seedings. Mullens also talks about the Civil War and how they view the rivalry going into the future. The 5 at 5, punch it audio, and much more!…

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BFT interview: Rob Mullens 20:36

8 days ago20:36

20:36

University of Oregon athletic director, Rob Mullens, joins the program right off the bat and is discussing how successful Oregon athletics has been recently. The softball team is hosting Liberty on Friday night in the Super Regionals and is two wins away from making the College Softball World Series. Mullens talks about the house settlement and where his eyes are going when he looks at the settlement. Mullens thinks that we need some intervention on the federal level because there are so many different laws in different states when it comes to NIL deals. Mullens talks about the new CFP seedings rule that went into effect and tells Canzano why changing the seedings was the right choice. Mullens also talks about the Civil War and how they view the rivalry going into the future.…

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BFT Show: Sydney Supple, Petros Papadakis 2:20:30

9 days ago2:20:30

2:20:30

John Canzano is in talking about the college football playoff and the new format they are going to institute next season. The seedings are going to be determined by your rankings in the CFP poll. Canzano thinks that this is going to ultimately be a good thing for the CFP, but still questions if it going to be beneficial to not make a conference championship game. The Big Ten Network's, Sydney Supple, joins the program to discuss the NCAA softball tournament. The Univeristy of Oregon will be hosting a Super Regional against Liberty after Liberty upset Texas A&M in the regionals. Supple thinks that Oregon is in a great spot to make the College Softball World Series. Supple talks about how important game one is in softball. It is a best of three series and Supple says the winner of game one advances to the next round 80% of the time. Fox Sports' Petros Papadakis joins the show to discuss the current situation at USC. Papadakis is not happy that Lincoln Riley seems to be avoiding the rivalry with Notre Dame. Papadakis thinks that USC needs to focus on beating teams like Minnesota before it should be focused on ducking the rivalry with Notre Dame. Papadakis is upset with the way USC has had to use a GM for recruiting. Papadakis says that the USC fanbase doesn't care anymore. The big splash, punch it audio, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Petros Papadakis 21:58

9 days ago21:58

21:58

Fox Sports' Petros Papadakis joins the show to discuss the current situation at USC. Papadakis is not happy that Lincoln Riley seems to be avoiding the rivalry with Notre Dame. Papadakis thinks that USC needs to focus on beating teams like Minnesota before it should be focused on ducking the rivalry with Notre Dame. Papadakis is upset with the way USC has had to use a GM for recruiting. Papadakis says that the USC fanbase doesn't care anymore.…

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BFT Interview: Syndey Supple 16:42

9 days ago16:42

16:42

The Big Ten Network's Sydney Supple joins the program to discuss the NCAA softball tournament. The University of Oregon will be hosting a Super Regional against Liberty after Liberty upset Texas A&M in the regionals. Supple thinks that Oregon is in a great spot to make the College Softball World Series. Supple talks about how important game one is in softball. It is a best-of-three series, and Supple says the winner of game one advances to the next round 80% of the time.…

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BFT Interview: George Wrighster 23:06

10 days ago23:06

23:06

Host of The Unafraid Show and former Oregon tight end, George Wrighster, joins the program to discuss his show, where he is interviewing some of the top coaches and people in college football. Wrighster talks about Oregon's loss to Ohio State in the Rose Bowl and if Ducks fans are overreacting to the loss too much. Wrighster talks about how the Oregon athletic program has completely taken over the Big Ten conference. Wrighster talks about how tight ends are becoming more valuable in college football and what he expects out of Travis Hunter in the NFL.…

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BFT Show: Jon WIlner, George Wrighster 2:21:03

10 days ago2:21:03

2:21:03

John Canzano is in talking about the tradition of college football. Canzano thinks that we are losing a lot of tradition in the sport because of teams refusing to play rivalry games, and the influence of tv now. Should rivalry games like USC/Notre Dame and Oregon/Oregon State be played? Canzano thinks that they need to be. San Jose Mercury News, Jon Wilner, joins the show to discuss the College Football Playoff and if we will see if any team can make a "Cinderella run" in a new format. Wilner also discusses the mediation between the Pac-12 and the Mountain West. Wilner feels like both conferences don't want to go to trial and need to come up with a solution so they can both move on as conferences. Wilner thinks that some rivalries are going to go away unless the big conferences get guarantees that losing non-conference games won't affect their rankings in the CFP. Wilner also talks about Oregon State and where he sees the Beavers in the next five seasons. Host of The Unafraid Show and former Oregon tight end, George Wrighster, joins the program to discuss his show where he is interviewing some of the top coaches and people in the college football. Wrighster talks about Oregon's loss to Ohio State in the Rose Bowl and if Ducks fans are overreacting to the loss to much. Wrighster talks about how the Oregon athletic program has completely taken over the Big Ten conference. Wrighster talks about how tight ends are becoming more valuable in college football and what he expects out of Travis Hunter in the NFL. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Jon Wilner 20:55

10 days ago20:55

20:55

San Jose Mercury News, Jon Wilner, joins the show to discuss the College Football Playoff and whether any team will make a "Cinderella run" in a new format. Wilner also discusses the mediation between the Pac-12 and the Mountain West. Wilner feels like both conferences don't want to go to trial and need to come up with a solution so they can both move on as conferences. Wilner thinks that some rivalries are going to go away unless the big conferences get guarantees that losing non-conference games won't affect their rankings in the CFP. Wilner also talks about Oregon State and where he sees the Beavers in the next five seasons.…

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BFT Show: John Strong 2:17:35

11 days ago2:17:35

2:17:35

John Canzano is in talking about sports regrets. Was there ever a game you were supposed to go to and you had to miss it? Canzano talks about regrets in sports. Canzano is also talking about Tom Brady and Michael Jordan as "analysts". Canzano doesn't want the GOATS of the game to just be "analysts". Canzano wants both of them to be themselves and actually talk about personal interactions and experiences that they had. The voice of American soccer, John Strong, joins the program to discuss the broadcasting world and how he thinks Michael Jordan and Tom Brady should be going about being on television. Strong talks about how he thinks Tom Brady will influence Michael Jordan when Jordan will be on the NBA on NBC coverage, if at all. Strong wonders how much Michael Jordan will embrace coaching when it comes to his on-air personality. Strong says that Tom Brady had gotten a ton of coaching and is always looking to get better. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5 with John Canzano solo, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: John Strong 16:57

11 days ago16:57

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The voice of American soccer, John Strong, joins the program to discuss the broadcasting world and how he thinks Michael Jordan and Tom Brady should be going about being on television. Strong talks about how he thinks Tom Brady will influence Michael Jordan when Jordan is on the NBA on NBC coverage, if at all. Strong wonders how much Michael Jordan will embrace coaching when it comes to his on-air personality. Strong says that Tom Brady has gotten a ton of coaching and is always looking to get better.…

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BFT Show: Alan Thayer, Paige Sinicki 2:21:01

12 days ago2:21:01

2:21:01

John Canzano is in talking about the Oregon Ducks and how their fans will feel if/when the Ducks football team ever breaks through and wins a championship. Canzano sees the softball and baseball teams winning and noticing that even though they are in the Big Ten now, they care. Alan Thayer of Innovative Law Group joins the show to discuss mediation between the Mountain West and the Pac-12. Thayer talks about what the mediator is going to say and what to expect the answers to be from both the Mountain West and Pac-12 conferences. Thayer says what he thinks both the Pac-12 and the Mountain West will want when the conferences meet to try and figure out a settlement. Oregon softball shortstop, Paige Sinicki, joins the program to discuss the Ducks regional win over Stanford and previews their Super Regionals against Liberty. Sinicki won Oregon's first Gold Glove and she talks about watching Derek Jeter growing up and how she tries to model her defensive game after the great Yankee. Sinicki tells Canzano about the strength of the Oregon softball team and how tough her teammates are and says that's why they are so successful. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Paige Sinicki 13:58

12 days ago13:58

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Oregon softball shortstop Paige Sinicki joins the program to discuss the Ducks regional win over Stanford and previews their Super Regionals against Liberty. Sinicki won Oregon's first Gold Glove, and she talks about watching Derek Jeter growing up and how she tries to model her defensive game after the great Yankee. Sinicki tells Canzano about the strength of the Oregon softball team and how tough her teammates are, and says that's why they are so successful.…

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BFT Interview: Alan Thayer 18:24

12 days ago18:24

18:24

Alan Thayer of Innovative Law Group joins the show to discuss mediation between the Mountain West and the Pac-12. Thayer talks about what the mediator is going to say and what to expect answers to be from both the Mountain West and Pac-12 conferences. Thayer says what he thinks both the Pac-12 and the Mountain West will want when the conferences meet to try and figure out a settlement.…

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BFT Show: Tobias Read, BFT Jury 2:20:30

15 days ago2:20:30

2:20:30

John Canzano is in talking about the potential of the city of Portland. Canzano thinks that whoever buys the Blazers that they could make a lot of money if they treat it correctly. Canzano thinks there is a lot of changes that could be made that would be beneficial to not only the owners but the community as a whole. Oregon Secretary of State, Tobias Read, joins the program to talk about youth sports and how parents need to be heard and not seen. Read talks about the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers. Read says he doesn't have a big fear that, no matter who buys the team, that the team is staying in Portland. Read talks about the change in views when it comes to government and sports in Oregon. It's Friday and that means the BFT jury is back. Michael Lewellen, Craig Birnbach, and Steven Vaughan form the jury and discuss the topics of youth softball coaches and what they are guilty of and the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers. The 5 at 5, what's on tap, and much more!…

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BFT Jury: 05-16-25 24:19

15 days ago24:19

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It's Friday, and that means the BFT jury is back. Michael Lewellen, Craig Birnbach, and Steven Vaughan form the jury and discuss the topics of youth softball coaches and what they are guilty of, and the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers.

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BFT Interview: Tobias Read 14:24

15 days ago14:24

14:24

Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read joins the program to discuss youth sports and how parents need to be heard and not seen. Read also discusses the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers and his lack of fear that the team will stay in Portland no matter who buys it. Read also discusses the change in views regarding government and sports in Oregon.…

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BFT Show: John Papadakis, Ken Goe 2:22:03

16 days ago2:22:03

2:22:03

John Canzano is in talking about conspiracies. Do conspiracies happen in sports? Canzano questions if the draft lottery is rigged and if other things in sports were rigged. Later Canzano talks about the youth softball situation where the coach questioned the age of one of the girls. The singing linebacker, John Papadakis, joins the program to discuss his life and how he is getting ready for his next gig. Papadakis talks about how he was recruited by guys like Dick Vermeil and other coaches including schools sending coaches like Joe Gibbs to recruit him. Papadakis tells stories about some of his recruiting stories and how the schools recruited him. Papadakis talks about the culture of USC and how they were ahead of their time when it came to recruiting. Papadakis tells stories about how his black teammates would have to bring weapons when they played down South. The Oregonian's Ken Goe joins the program to talk about the future of college track. College sports has become so much about college football Goe thinks that schools like Oregon is going to have to do something to continue support. Goe thinks that women's flag football could be a huge threat to other women's sports in popularity. Goe thinks that college football needs to split off from other college sports. The big splash, punch it audio, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: John Papadakis 23:17

16 days ago23:17

23:17

The singing linebacker, John Papadakis, joins the program to discuss his life and how he is getting ready for his next gig. Papadakis talks about how he was recruited by guys like Dick Vermeil and other coaches including schools sending coaches like Joe Gibbs to recruit him. Papadakis tells stories about some of his recruiting stories and how the schools recruited him. Papadakis talks about the culture of USC and how they were ahead of their time when it came to recruiting. Papadakis tells stories about how his black teammates would have to bring weapons when they played down South.…

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The Bald Faced Truth With John Canzano : May 14 1:58:59

17 days ago1:58:59

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The Bald Faced Truth radio show with host, John Canzano. Oregon sports, big opinions, and the best guests. Oregon Ducks, Oregon State Beavers, Portland Trail Blazers, and more.

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BFT Interview: Brendan O'Meara 21:44

17 days ago21:44

21:44

Author of "The Front Runner", Brendan O’Meara, joins the program to discuss his book about the legend Steve Prefontaine. O'Meara talks about the book and tells some great stories about Prefontaine and how he developed as he got to Oregon, and what the hard work looked like. O'Meara talks about how Prefontaine worked hard and didn't hit his peak until his sophomore year. O'Meara talks about how Prefontaine was ahead of his time when it came to brand building and using the media to build himself. The book will be released on May 20th.…

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BFT Show: Michael Lewellen, Brian Berger 2:12:29

18 days ago2:12:29

2:12:29

John Canzano is in talking about the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers. It was announced that the Blazers will be up for sale and Canzano talks about what he hopes happens as well as what he thinks will happen. Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson are also going to be eligible to be in the hall of fame and Canzano thinks both of them should both get in. Former longtime Trail Blazers executive, Michael Lewellen, joins the show to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers being up for sale. Lewlellen used to work for the Blazers and other big companies and has insights on how the potential sale of the Blazers may work. Lewellen talks about what it was like when he worked for Paul Allen and tells some great stories about some of the old plans that they had for the Rose Quarter that never happened. Lewellen thinks with new ownership some of these plans could be brought back out and the Rose Quarter could see an uplift. Lewellen, who worked with Phil Knight, talks about how he thinks Phil Knight would fit in with a potential ownership group for the Blazers. Brian Berger of Sports Business Radio joins the show to talk about the Trail Blazers upcoming sale. Berger talks about what Blazers fans can look forward to in the next 12-24 months. Berger talks about if Trail Blazers fans should be nervous about any other market could come in and acquire the Blazers when a new owner comes in. Berger talks about who the right owner would be in Portland. Berger says that it is all about the ownership groups and not a singular owner. Berger thinks that Phil Knight isn't the most likely person to be the next owner of the Blazers. Berger touches on how Seahawks fans should feel with the news that the Blazers are for sale. Punch it audio, the big splash, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Brian Berger 21:33

18 days ago21:33

21:33

Brian Berger of Sports Business Radio joins the show to talk about the Trail Blazers upcoming sale. Berger talks about what Blazers fans can look forward to in the next 12-24 months. Berger talks about whether Trail Blazers fans should be nervous that any other market could come in and acquire the Blazers when a new owner comes in. Berger talks about who the right owner would be in Portland. Berger says that it is all about the ownership groups and not a singular owner. Berger thinks that Phil Knight isn't the most likely person to be the next owner of the Blazers. Berger touches on how Seahawks fans should feel with the news that the Blazers are for sale.…

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BFT Interview: Michael Lewellen 26:19

18 days ago26:19

26:19

Former longtime Trail Blazers executive, Michael Lewellen, joins the show to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers being up for sale. Lewlellen used to work for the Blazers and other big companies and has insights on how the potential sale of the Blazers may work. Lewellen talks about what it was like when he worked for Paul Allen and tells some great stories about some of the old plans that they had for the Rose Quarter that never happened. Lewellen thinks with new ownership some of these plans could be brought back out and the Rose Quarter could see an uplift. Lewellen, who worked with Phil Knight, talks about how he thinks Phil Knight would fit in with a potential ownership group for the Blazers.…

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BFT Interview: Jack Thompson 23:50

19 days ago23:50

23:50

"The Throwin Samoan" Jack Thompson joins the program to discuss Cam Ward being picked number one by the Tennessee Titans. Thompson is very confident in Washington State football from now on in the new Pac-12. Thompson says that the Cougars are in a position where they need to act like they are the biggest brand in the Pac-12. Thompson has met the brand new Washington State coach, Jimmy Rogers, and Thompson says that Rogers has already built a tremendous culture in Pullman.…

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BFT Show: Rob Nelson, Jack Thompson 2:21:02

19 days ago2:21:02

2:21:02

John Canzano is in talking about some of the biggest losers from this past weekend. Canzano thinks that the Oregon Softball team got punished for something out of their control. Canzano later talks about celebrity interactions both good and bad. Later the NBA draft lottery happens and Canzano is all over it breaking down where the Blazers landed. Creator of Big League Chew and former minor league baseball player Rob Nelson joins the program. Nelson tells some great stories about when he was a player on the Portland Mavericks and how they came up with the idea for Big League Chew in the bullpen. Nelson tells stories about Bing Russell, Kurt Russell's dad, and how good of a person he was and the stuff that they did. Nelson talks about a potential team name for a Portland baseball team. Nelson reveals to Canzano his idea for a new college football playoff. "The Throwin Samoan" Jack Thompson joins the program to discuss Cam Ward being picked number one by the Tennessee Titans. Thompson is very confident in Washington State football going forward in the new Pac-12. Thompson says that the Cougars are in a position that they need to act like they are the biggest brand in the Pac-12. Thompson has met brand new Washington State coach, Jimmy Rogers, and Thompson says that Rogers has already built a tremendous culture in Pullman. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!…

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BFT Interview: Rob Nelson 28:19

19 days ago28:19

28:19

Creator of Big League Chew and former minor league baseball player, Rob Nelson, joins the program. Nelson tells some great stories about when he was a player on the Portland Mavericks and how they came up with the idea for Big League Chew in the bullpen. Nelson tells stories about Bing Russell, Kurt Russell's dad, and how good of a person he was, and the stuff that they did. Nelson talks about a potential team name for a Portland baseball team. Nelson reveals to Canzano his idea for a new college football playoff.…

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BFT Show: Alan Thayer, Marc Stein, BFT Jury 2:19:33

22 days ago2:19:33

2:19:33

John Canzano is in talking about a situation where male athletes didn't feel comfortable in the locker room because of a biologically born female who is identifying as a male, gets dressed in the same locker room. Canzano also is bringing back the jury and they discuss a wide range of topics! Business lawyer Alan Thayer joins the program to disucss the litigation between the Mountain West and the Pac-12. Thayer talks to Canzano and tell him what he would do if he was the Pac-12 and what he would if he was the Mountain West in this situation. Thayer thinks that this could be a simple settlement that is all about money, or it could get really ugly and drag out for a long time. Thayer talks about the risks for the Pac-12 if the judge says they violated the poaching fees. Marc Stein of the Stein Line joins the program to discuss the NBA playoffs and much more in the NBA. Stein talks about the Luka Doncic trade and how Nico Harrison went from having a great approval rating to having no fans. Stein talks about the road teams winning in the playoffs and what it means. Stein also touches on the Blazers and how they are viewed around the NBA. Punch it audio, the 5 at 5, and much more!…

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BFT Jury: Michael Lewellen, Craig Birnbach, John Strong 23:51

22 days ago23:51

23:51

The BFT jury is back talking about the NBA playoffs, will lawmakers be able to make any difference when it comes to college sports and college football, and much more for the jury!

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BFT Interview: Marc Stein 18:46

22 days ago18:46

18:46

Marc Stein of the Stein Line joins the program to discuss the NBA playoffs and much more in the NBA. Stein talks about the Luka Doncic trade and how Nico Harrison went from having a great approval rating to having no fans. Stein talks about the road teams winning in the playoffs and what it means. Stein also touches on the Blazers and how they are viewed around the NBA.…

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BFT Interview: Alan Thayer 21:42

22 days ago21:42

21:42

Business lawyer Alan Thayer joins the program to disucss the litigation between the Mountain West and the Pac-12. Thayer talks to Canzano and tell him what he would do if he was the Pac-12 and what he would if he was the Mountain West in this situation. Thayer thinks this could be a simple settlement that is all about money, or it could get ugly and drag out for a long time. Thayer talks about the risks for the Pac-12 if the judge says they violated the poaching fees.…

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BFT Show: Dave Hunt 2:19:26

23 days ago2:19:26

2:19:26

John Canzano goes around the world of sports, plus Pope talk, and Dave Hunt of Hunt Auctions discusses an upcoming auction including items from Bill Walton's estate.

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BFT Interview: Dave Hunt 18:21

23 days ago18:21

18:21

President of Hunt Auctions, Dave Hunt, joins the program to talk about the upcoming Bill Walton auction. At the auction, you can bid on some of Walton's items that he owned throughout his life. The auction house has 553 items for sale, including items like the teepee that Walton had at his house in his backyard and the Portland Trail Blazers autographed jerseys.…

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BFT Show: Bill Riley, Alexandra Helgerson 2:20:28

24 days ago2:20:28