You would think that my guest Notorious J-A-Y's favorite rock n' roll group Queen getting a Hollywood blockbuster made about them would make him boundlessly happy. Not so. Too many liberties for Jay, and he breaks them down today. LeBron James has actived "Pout Mode." Jussie Smollet and the latest "go ahead and try to kick me out" society. Hockey team embraces the label: "Bunch of Jerks!" Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Adverti...
Feb 28, 2019•48 min
The NFL has become a league of optics, and a league that goes out of it's way to be "women friendly" in every regard. This Orchids of Asia story... is... as the meme goes... "Not great, Bob!" How could Kraft be this stupid/reckless? What will the NFL do? Also highlights of my trip to Africa with listeners. Zion Williamson. Camera enlightenment. The glory that is, flying first class! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising I...
Feb 27, 2019•1 hr 29 min
Buffalo Bills first rounder out of Wisconsin Lee Evans joins myself and Fred Smoot to discuss his career in the NFL, as well as the hot topics in the league this offseason: everything from Kyler Murray's prospects at QB, to Kareem Hunt's off-field trouble, to the difficult to manage but even more difficult to cover Antonio Brown. Good laughs and never before told nuggets abound in this episode. Some come join us tableside! RECORDED LIVE at DC PRIME STEAKS in Ashburn VA. Thanks to the staff for g...
Feb 14, 2019•1 hr 9 min
The case of Kareem Hunt is an interesting reflection of how little empathy some in the media have for human beings who have made a serious mistake in judgement. So Hunt should never play in the NFL again? What would that achieve? What would it prevent? Whose best interests would it serve? Does the notion of "the punishment fitting the crime" even matter anymore? Notorious JAY joins me to discuss Grammy's, blackface, random Tigers, Zion, and more. Plus you never know who you might meet on Bumble,...
Feb 13, 2019•1 hr 8 min
On the one hand, at least there's not a meth lab being run out of the basement. On the other hand, leave it to nosy neighbors to get all bent out of shape when your house goes on the market with a basement that could double as a shooting set for the next "50 Shades" movie. Andy Pollin joins me to discuss Warner Wolf's meltdown, the new AAF, and the "Old World Order" when it came to sports media. I also talk grip strength and Grammys. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check...
Feb 12, 2019•53 min
But he is a guy who still doesn't get it. After finally tugging on Superman's cape one too many times, and getting booted from the Super Bowl broadcast because of it, he talked to ESPN's OTL to take his virtue signaling "victory" lap. For a guy that hated football so much, he sure did love the money. AAF Debut. Lego Movie 2 review. New podcast gear. iMac took a shit. Lenny Dykstra is a bad neighbor. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZ...
Feb 11, 2019•54 min
I've been told that fame is the most addictive drug in the world. How would I know? I'm barely podcast famous. But Lavar Ball, ohhh, there's a different cat. That guy was THE talk of the sports world just a few years ago. Now, his over-rated kid is about to be launched through the NBA's moon door to a city that's already lost an NBA team once. It's gonna be a helluva a hard landing, "Big Baller." Brace yourself. Mr. X joins me to dissect and compare notes on the Patriots Super Bowl win, and the ...
Feb 07, 2019•54 min
You are going to have dig deep into today's episode for that little nugget of truth. But go ahead, it's in there people. That's the thing about the CzabeCast. It rewards your ears, it massages your brain, it leaves you with a little something that you never would have thought about if I didn't bring it up. Notorious J-A-Y watched the SuperBowl but skipped the halftime show. Good grief. Uncle Sam the Deadbeat. Dodger fan takes one to the forehead, has a helluva story to tell St. Peter at the pear...
Feb 06, 2019•51 min
What's the "secret" behind Belichick, Brady, and the Patriots? There's no secret. It's just they are better at this than the other 31. They work harder ("No Days Off!") eat avacado ice cream, and have built a monster "program" like it was college. People who play there, bust their asses and "buy in" or they are likely gonna be gone. Andy Pollin joins me to discuss that and other post-Super Bowl storylines. I talk about why driverless cars still have some insanely high hurdles to jump before gain...
Feb 05, 2019•1 hr
What the Patriots are doing with Bill Belichick and Tom Brady is a flat out joke. A league designed to knock everybody back to 8-8, has somehow produced a single team that has the cheat code (pun intended) on how to win relentlessly. We'll never see anything like it again. More from the weekend here in Atlanta in today's meaty podcast. Up and ready to be consumed, plausibly live from my hotel room in Atlanta! Enjoy! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https...
Feb 04, 2019•1 hr 9 min
It would be great if Goodell could actually summon Sean Payton to Atlanta and ask in front of the entire class like a teacher: "Sean... what are you wearing under there? Can you show the class?" If you thought he's "let it go" well... no he hasn't. The State of the NFL Address. Twitter double standards. Robot golf. Tony Romo's brilliance. And more! This time: dead sober! (Whatchuwant... a COOKIE?!) Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZA...
Jan 31, 2019•57 min
If you are the NFL, and you are actively kicking out certain media outlets for asking aggressively silly questions, when your entire event is based on silly questions... well, then.. maybe time to re-evaluate what you are doing. I am having a hard time finding things to complain about, but because I am a seasoned media veteran, you know I have my list! Plus, how come we aren't all as smart as a retired convenience store couple in Michigan who broke the lottery like it was their personal bitch - ...
Jan 30, 2019•42 min
I'm the guy who is always defending the value, the tradition, and pageantry of All Star Games and exhibitions in sports. But the Pro Bowl has become a neglected, sickly, old dog that is whimpering in misery. Time to end it. Andy Pollin joins me to discuss Alex Smith missing all of 2019 and old SB media stories. Plus if you are a prepper, I've got the doomsday mansion you can retire in style with! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE...
Jan 29, 2019•44 min
I thought for sure, the caterwaulling over the blown call a week ago would have died down to a mere murmur by Wednesday. I was wrong. I have underestimated the sheer victimology ethos of today's culture. Psychologist and professor Jordan Peterson talks winning and losing with Joe Rogan. My boy Gitter prepares for "Ice Planet Hoth" in Wisconsin. My quick thoughts on the Netflix documentary on the "Fyre" Festival. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// ...
Jan 28, 2019•50 min
When it comes to stadium naming rights, this one is going to be a definite "Naming Wrong." How on earth can the Brewers lose the most perfect name, and perfect stadium logo in the major leagues? Oh, that's right. They didn't think it was worth the money anymore. Yeah... capitalism. Mr. X joins me for one last deep dive on the officiating, strategy, and ultimate plays that decided the AFC and NFC title games. All of that, and a disease you wouldn't wish on your worst enemy. Our Sponsors: * Check ...
Jan 24, 2019•1 hr 1 min
But then again, what did you expect from a sheltered, suburban, middle-class white boy? Notorious J-A-Y is in disbelief at my favorite songs. He's also not feeling it on this current HOF class in MLB. We talk about the bad call, reviewable P.I. and more! Also the breakdown on Bruce Allen's impromptu presser in Mobile, Alabama. And this is not a drill: The Sopranos "prequel" movie... is a GO! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Adve...
Jan 23, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Even if you are tired of the debate about reviewable P.I. and overtime rules, you have to admit that this game and this call is producing some amazing and hilarious secondary material. Like, just take ONE wild guess as to which high profile media member actually got duped by the totally faked jersey swap pic above? Andy Pollin joins me to talk about Sunday's games, the Redskins and Danny Boy, and more. Oh, and Adrien Broner is crazy. But... funny. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com...
Jan 22, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Sunday's NFC and AFC Championship games were thrilling, taught, high drama affairs. Filled with feats of athletic wonder and suprise. And yet, the clatter on Monday (and beyond) will almost surely be about nonsense and things that shouldn't matter in the big picture of sport. There will never be officiating perfection and there is no thing called "fairness." The sooner we learn, the sooner we can refocus on the athletic wonders in front of us. Sit, listen, and keep an open mind. I am going to ta...
Jan 21, 2019•50 min
You know life is good for "The Television Show About QB's" (aka: The National Football League) when a former #1/#1 pick, playing in the #2 market in the country....... IS THE WEAK LINK of guys left slinging bombs out there! Notorious J-A-Y helps me breakdown these guys 4 different ways. We also talk R. Kelly, people who hate me, and old cool flip phones making a comeback like the Motorola Razr. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE A...
Jan 17, 2019•47 min
Just because there's 10 inches of snow on the ground in the DMV, doesn't mean me and the boys can't get together over eggs and coffee to discuss the latest in the world of golf. We talk about flagstick in or out, new drop rules, the Matt Kuchar tipping controversy in Mexico, where to escape in the winter for the best golf, weather and value... and much more! Steve Czaban - The Team 980 John Ronis - Instructor, the Ronis Academy Jon Guhl - CEO Middle Atlantic PGA Ron Thomas - Former University of...
Jan 16, 2019•59 min
Oh, you can chase 'em. But you'll never catch 'em! What in the bloody hell... was that? Not to make fun of an accomplished coach with (maybe) a neuro-tic of some sort or another, but how can Jets fans feel confident this guy can command a roster of 53 men, when he can't command his own eyeballs at a presser? Andy Pollin joins me to talk about the Redskins and how some big time sports radio stars eventually stop doing the work. Bye bye Bob Costas, and learning the Zen of "Inbox Infinity." Our Spo...
Jan 16, 2019•51 min
*Well... sorta. Although if you close your eyes, I think you'll be pretty well blown away. I kick myself for passing on a chance to see the super group in Vegas a few years ago when Glenn Frey was still alive. And I'm sure I'll see the Frey-less Eagles proper someday before they stop printing money performing live. But for a lot less money, you can join me in Milwaukee at the Pabst Theater this Saturday for Eaglemania. I talked to the band's founder Frank Marino about the challenges of assemblin...
Jan 15, 2019•45 min
Because defense is for suckers. And, it's boring. For the first time ever, all 4 of the NFL's top ranked scoring offenses are in the AFC/NFC title games. So get ready to pound those "overs" and buckle up! Complete recap and breakdown of Divisional Weekend. The worst non-sports "bad beat" I've ever seen. Mocking the Colts 1-0 t-shirts, and laughing at fools trying to kick a 43 yarder. So much to unpack, so let's get right to it! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out I...
Jan 14, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Former Washington Redskins TE Chris Cooley joins Steakhouse star Fred Smoot (back by popular demand!) to talk about the latest coaching hires in the NFL, what Matt LaFleur needs to do to earn Aaron Rodgers trust, how to deal with "diva" WR's like Antonio Brown, and a whole lot more. Come sit back and pretend you are with us in the back booth, solving life's greatest mysteries, one bourbon, and one dead chunk of delicious cow at a time! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Che...
Jan 11, 2019•1 hr 8 min
But will he find true happiness, in the streaming wilderness? Who knows for sure. Something in me says he's asking for a world of pain, once he feels the rush of "sticking it" to an increasingly heartless DirecTV. Scott Van Pelt and Bill Simmons catfight over gambling knowledge. Oblivious Uber drivers, Holly Sonders, and more! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-...
Jan 10, 2019•46 min
Every NFL owner wants the "next Sean McVay" I am sure. Problem is, there's only one. And oh yeah, having great players kinda matters too. But short of getting the actual Sean McVay, it seems like some teams just want a guy who looks like him! Young, thin, handsome! (Preferably with a stubble beard!) Handsome looking McVay knockoffs in Matt LaFleur and Kliff Kingsbury are in for the Packers and Cardinals. How will the do? Who knows! Notorious J-A-Y joins me, and we cover a long list of completely...
Jan 09, 2019•55 min
For once, Alabama found itself on the pavement side of a schoolyard beatdown. It was surreal. Clemson has risen as the new NCAA football beast, and with Trevor Lawrence locked in for 2 more years.... look out. Is Matt LaFleur the man who will "Make Aaron Rodgers Great Again?" We shall soon find out. Listener mailbag day, plus never chase a kidnapping victim into a karate studio. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inqui...
Jan 08, 2019•54 min
NFL Wildcard weekend was its usual assortment of duds and psuedo-thrillers. At least until Sunday night, when poor Cody Parkey of the Bears met his nemesis one more time: the 8 inches of yellow death known... as the UPRIGHT! We talk instant replay, bad beats, are NFL owners now gambling on their own games, and the coddling of Lamar Jackson. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priv...
Jan 07, 2019•59 min
After a solid 13-5 regular season my "Lock of the Week" it gets harder from here. Only 4 games, all good teams, and some slim point spreads. Undeterred, I forge ahead with Mr. X by my side, trying to sort out Saturday and Sunday's games. Also, Reuben Foster update, how "Da Pope" sounds alot like SNL sketch character Nathan Thurm, and more! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva...
Jan 04, 2019•56 min
Mike Tomlin survives amidst the Antonio Brown chaos in Pittsburgh. How much of it is his fault? I talk to two big anti-Tomlites today. RIP three legends of the 70's and 80's: The Captain, Mean Gene, and SuperDave. Alex Ovetchkin is skipping the All-Star game, and I can't get behind that. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 03, 2019•54 min
