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CzabeCast

Steve Czabanredcircle.com

Steve Czaban is one of the most experienced daily sports talk radio hosts in the nation. In his 28 year professional career, Steve has worked for every major syndicated sports talk network (Sporting News, ESPN Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Yahoo Sports Radio, SB Nation Radio), filled in as a guest host for popular national personality Jim Rome, and has worked locally in markets including Santa Barbara, Chicago, Milwaukee, Charlotte and Washington D.C. "The Czabe" has forged a unique style of no-bullshine honesty about sports: the games, the players, the issues. Now the CzabeCast gives fans a "bonus" 45 minutes of unfiltered Czabe content that cannot be found anywhere else! The Monday thru Thursday shows are absolutely free. On Friday's, it's a subscriber only show that you can subscribe to for just a few bucks a month by clicking here.

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Episodes

Fuck The Game, I'm Here To Eat!

Guest: ANDY POLLIN • Jewish basketball coaches • Chalky brackets • La'affaire Du Willard • Tier 1 or Tier 2? • Is Andy Mad About It? • Panel of Wise Men (and Sheehan) • Damn The Torpedo (Bats) • Make Movies Great Again • Coastal Carolina Gluttony • 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-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Apr 01, 202538 min

All The Chalk

The chalkiest NCAA Tournament of our lifetimes has delivered a blockbuster Final Four, but has it been any fun? Czabe recaps his Vegas weekend, including a lost ticket calamity he shall never ever repeat. A testament to dudes. Replay still sucks. New bat, who dis? And is it "legal." Yes Virginia, $15 blackjack is still alive and well. Mark Cuban goes off. Tush push ban gaining steam? The "Three P's" to a great Vegas weekend. MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Chec...

Mar 31, 202542 min

Waking Up in Vegas

Czabe shakes the sand out of his eyes and ears and does a solo run this morning, live from the strip. Crazy stuff poppin. Kevin Willard's coaching powerplay has turned sour. Czabe gives his picks and amounts for the Sweet 16. Fade as needed. Of Pat McAfee, LeBron, SAS and the bad soap opera that ESPN has become. Russell Wilson remains relentlessly cringe. Giving up on your school. Media retirements in coming. ESPN shutting down LA SportsCenter operation. My Vegas thoughts after one night. MORE.....

Mar 27, 202547 min

"Alligator Blood In Their Veins"

Czabe enjoys a #powerlunch at the Palm with Mr. X and "More Solly" as he gets ready to zip off to Vegas for the Sweet 16. The boys talk about the NCAA's the portal, MLB's "big stories" for 2025, when will the "Lebron vs. MJ" debate finally end? What if Big Pharma takes a huge TV "L"? The Giants get their soul food on - finally. 23 and Me goes Chapter 11. MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: https://r...

Mar 26, 20251 hr 1 min

Drowning Cinderella

Are the days of the mid-major March Madness "cinderella" over? Or is this a one year trend? ANDY POLLIN joins Czabe to bask in the glow of his Terps and their buzzer-beating win. Also, the boys discuss the UConn basketball gangsters, the shamelessness of the portal (for players and coaches) plus power play Kevin Willard pulled of to stay(?) at Maryland. Also we talk Nats "city connect" jerseys, and losing your career over a fucking fish! MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com...

Mar 25, 202538 min

Enough of This Zilch Already!

Czabe runs through the first 2 rounds of March Madness and digs into the question of: "Where all dem Cinderellas at, yo?" Has NIL and the portal killed the mid-major for good? Coaches behaving badly. It's a billionaires sport now. Deal with it. Pitino won't answer. Mick Cronin is a tool. Danny Hurley needs to grow up. Some coaches get it. Amir Khan isn't done yet, sadly. MORE . . . Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising In...

Mar 24, 202545 min

Meet The TikTok Tunnel Lady

Is she insane, or a genius? Maybe a little bit of both. Czabe visits with PAUL CHARCHIAN to discuss a wide variety of topics. Including....- Rodgers to Vikings: Over. Was it ever real?- Russini Used to Create A Market- Kirk Comeback?- Why don’t teams tell their QB’s “Here’s the Deal”- Tesla Derangement Syndrome- Non-Player Characters- Tampon Tim Rooting for Failure- Tunnel Lady Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquir...

Mar 20, 202540 min

Simple Math, Plus . . . Buzzer Beaters

The time to decode the NCAA Tournament is here from a gambling perspective, and Mr. X is just the man for the job. He sees a very chalky outcome this year, despite 6 11 seeds or lower last year taking bloody scalps! Also, what are his thoughts on Grapefruit League spring training vs. Cactus League and his one-stone-cold prop bet lock for the upcoming MLB season? MORE . . . Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: ...

Mar 19, 202549 min

Someone Should Get Fired for This, But Won't

Czabe welcomes CHRIS KNOCHE the former American U. head coach and current U. of MD color analyst for radio to talk tournament. Including what he thinks is the "right size" for March Madness, and also what are the most important attributes for a team to make a deep run. All that plus: An unacceptable gaffe by the NCAA on it's NIT bids An Amazon driver who has had enough Bill Belichick continues to live his best IDGAF life And the most beautiful gambling song from a young woman you have never hear...

Mar 18, 202539 min

I Wasn't In the Room for Any of That

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Mar 17, 202550 min

If You Can't Beat 'Em, Whap 'Em!

Junior Bridgeman NFL Agents Aaron Rodgers Wanders Beach Just Make Up Your Mind, Dude Vikings Weigh Options Niners Purdy Conundrum Foldable iPhone Brett Yormark Going Out To Eat Shaq Knows Nothing, Doesn't Care 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-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Mar 13, 202539 min

"Oh, You Payin' Now, Somsonite!"

Czabe delivers another nutrient dense 40 minute pod today on his own, with the following topics. Division I Jumping Granny Style Tiger's Achilles Awaiting the Great Pumpkin Podcast Steven A. Is Fire! Eagles Accept WH Visit Dude Trips Tetas and Ass Thirst Trap Touts A Really Dim View Tesla Vadals Bad QB's, Worse Money The Devil's Drumroll Yo Bags Better Find Their Wallet! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: ht...

Mar 12, 202540 min

A Bottle of Bad Ideas

Czabe takes a look at the desperation QB signings around the NFL and concludes: the scouts must really hate the incoming class of rookie QBs! Sam Darnold is a Seahawk, Justin Fields a Jet, and who knows where Rodgers will land. Chances are, none of these moves will work. Is Lebron aging gracefully, or do we need to start asking hard questions soon? Always "pre-condemn" your teams moves, makes you look smart later on. (Maybe). How many teenage girl selfies can one take, in 24 hours? MORE . . . Ou...

Mar 11, 202535 min

On Shiny Toilets And Happiness

Czabe welcomes ANDY POLLIN to his regular Monday spot. And who knew he was such a toilet clean freak? Czabe has navigated "OST" perfectly once again (Optimal Seasonal Time) despite the babies and their whining. SAS vs. LeBron. Barkley vs. Perkins. SNL's hilarious spoof. NFL Free Agency begins. "One Trick Pony." 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-Out: h...

Mar 10, 202538 min

We'll Always Have Woody's Chalkboard Wisdom

Czabe remembers the evolution of ESPN's show of "competitive banter" Around The Horn as it has been slated for death at the end of May. Pat McAfee is not happy with NFL middle management. Maxx Payout for Crosby. "This was a likely outcome." Cheap Vegas. NY Strip getting name change? The Jets and Giants have the chance to do the funniest thing ever. Happy Gilmore 2 release date. Dem lockeroom's gettin' fancy! MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: http...

Mar 06, 202533 min

We Were Young Once

Czabe catches up with old friend and Hedy Lamarr fanatic PAUL CHARCHIAN to discuss his waning enthusiasm for "camper life" plus the results of his 17th Annual "Whiskey Weekend." He also met a billionaire who is a card trick musician. Davante Adams has been cut. The market for WR's continues to crater. Why Sam Darnold blew his shot at $100M in Minnesota. Jimmy and Jerry are basically the same age, but you wouldn't know it now, would ya? And Czabe's Sarah McLachlan plea for two men to help save Cz...

Mar 05, 202544 min

Hard Knocks: Dirty Grandpa

Czabe is joined by ANDY POLLIN to run through a variety of stories, including the Nats finally getting out of the MASN deal, the collapse of MLB's RSN model. Do you like Deebo? Tee gets tagged. Jimmy Johnson retires. Hard Knocks gets no takers for their off-season edition this year. "Disgusting and shameless." How are there any sports fans left? MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle....

Mar 04, 202535 min

Treats Ailments Like: "Museum"

Czabe is back, alive and in one piece from his Jamaica vacation with a bunch of drunken Wisconsin knuckleheads. Plenty to discuss in the pod, starting with why the trip holds a special place in his heart, and why Rick's Cafe is a must-see spot if you ever go. Also, NFL Combine week brought news and a trade (Deebo) but might it actually deliver NEGATIVE informational value to teams when it comes to players. Also LeBron is whining again, Pitino is winning again, and the brothas get it when it come...

Mar 03, 202549 min

Sports TV Ratings Arguments Are Stupid

Despite the headlines touting "highest viewership since" or "lowest audience in X years" does it look to you that professional sports (or college for that matter) in America are in any kind of jeopardy of going bankrupt? What happens when Rafael Devers goes all "Wolf of Wall Street" at 3B? Nate Oats understands the assignment. ESPN does rip LeBron. But is he actually hurt? Does a sitting president attending a sporting event automatically violate the separation of sports and politics? Molly Quire...

Feb 20, 202539 min

Life Lessons From An Italian Restaurant Booth

Rick Pitino is riding high again at 72 years old, in part because he has taken his own advice to "dig in" and not worry about his "missed shots" in life. What's going on in the dangerous skies. Czabe talks to his pilot buddy TIMMY B. about the miracle in Toronto, plus the mid-air collision with a Blackhawk and a commuter jet over DC. And more. Also, at what point would you start to get nervous about an asteroid hitting earth? MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Chec...

Feb 19, 202541 min

NBA All-Star Game Defies Expectations, Gets Even Worse

I've rarely seen something so universally shit upon as Sunday night's debacle by the Bay, but I can't say the NBA doesn't deserve it. Some of the brutal reviews and great points about how the Association has utterly lost its way on the sports landscape. You can't defend $20M for an Iraqi Sesame Street, but the "Red v. Blue" players are sure trying. A few thoughts on attempts to tame the Federal behemoth. Borat betrayed: "My WIFE!" Annie Agar hits 1M on TikTok, but is she in love? Lady Gaga and S...

Feb 18, 202541 min

What The Hell Is Even This?

The NBA All-Star Weekend continued its death spiral into total farce, as a white kid who isn't even an NBA player won the dunk contest for the 3rd straight year, and King James decided he would not appear before the peasants on Sunday night. Take out the corpse, this thing is dead. ANDY POLLIN joins me to discuss, plus why he wasn't watching USA v. Canada go bonkers on Saturday night. Should the NCAA expand? Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// inde...

Feb 17, 202538 min

The Fantasy Spy Who Loved Me

Czabe talks Vegas and getting sick with PAUL CHARCHIAN who is headed to Sin City for a convention. We talked about networking while keeping your industry secrets close, as well as ways to pry intel out of competitors. I had an idea. We went down a rabbit hole. What rights do fans have for not getting kicked out of sporting events? Very little. The Summerfest bands Charch might want to see. One hit wonders, and more. Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https...

Feb 13, 202542 min

The Vegas You Once Knew, Is Dead And Buried

Hate to be the bearer of depressing news, but Vegas is gone. GIL ALEXANDER from VSiN explains how the evolution from the mob to mom-and-pop casinos to mega corporations has changed the city and the experience forever. Also, the Mavs are handling fan backlash in the worst way possible. John Rocker and Patrick Mahomes' dad nearly come to blows on Bourbon Street, and FS1 masterfully trolls loudmouth Nick Wright. MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: htt...

Feb 12, 202547 min

The Superbowl LIX Clean Up Has Arrived

Czabe sorts through the day-one aftermath of the Eagles' destruction of the Chiefs. ANDY POLLIN joins the show. His Commanders are gonna have to deal with a fully matured Bird Gang up north. The concept of fan "gatekeeping" and also why Andy thinks the Packers "would" have gotten a Superbowl 3-peat if it had existed. Is Dan Orlovsky leaving ESPN? How much of a loss would it be? The stupidity of "Let's Let it Play Out" in sports. Rick Pitino has been washed clean, as have others. Eli and HOF. Sic...

Feb 11, 202538 min

The Eagles Press The Easy Button, Flush The Chiefs

The Superbowl was a Super Snooze. All Hail the Savages from Philly. Czabe breaks down the 5 big categories of post-Superbowl Analysis.1 - The Game2 - The Halftime3 - The Commercials4 - The Lessons5 - The Easter EggsEnjoy! It's hot off his vocal chords past midnight! 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...

Feb 10, 202543 min

We Won

How great is it that racism is now over? Amazing. Better than VE-Day, right? The NFL removes its trite endzone slogans while eyeing the bountiful shores of President's Day weekend in 2027. Brandon Jacobs orders a "3-piece" for the Pack. MR X joins the podcast to talk about Chiefs/Eagles angles and each team's "to-do" list and sprinkles a few props in as well! Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcir...

Feb 06, 202544 min

Zion Never Stood A Chance

Czabe battles through Day 3 of his nasty cold in New Orleans and finds sympathy for the oft-overweight NBA star named Zion Williamson. PAUL CHARCHIAN joins the show to discuss the value of Myles Garrett and what one might give up to acquire him. The NFL defeats racism. Is it "safe" for the President to visit the Super Bowl? Radio row insecurity. The TV show. My name is Luka. MORE . . . Our Sponsors: * Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE * Check out Indeed: https:// indeed.com/CZABE Advertisin...

Feb 05, 202540 min

The Trade That Changed The NBA Forever

Okay, maybe that's hyperbole. Maybe not. It's such a gobsmacking deal that everybody is trying to make sense of it. ANDY POLLIN joins me to discuss. Also Radio Row is still recycling the old acts. The Commanders name is staying. The infantilized flag football phenomenon. Kanye and Bianco crash the red carpet. 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-Out: htt...

Feb 04, 202530 min

At Least The Commercials Look Promising

Czabe set the stage for New Orleans and his week on "radio row" and recalls the evolution of the weeklong event over the 14 times he has been. Also, Bud Light might just be making a comeback, especially if you let Shane Gillis just do his thing. The all-time classic Mike Francesca mash-up of forced radio row guests. Guest BRIAN TUOHY, author of 3 books about sports being "fixed" to some extent over the years, talks about the current suspicions surrounding the league. Also it's important to just ...

Feb 03, 202550 min
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