It may be a “down” time in sports, but the Dogs always find something to talk about, and in this edition, R-Dog & The Duke cover the District 3 Champion Front Royal Little League All-Stars, The Firing (finally) of Davey, and the alternate uniforms of the Washington Commanders that will bring back lots of memories…
Jul 10, 2025•13 min
We’ll take a look at a very hot June, how weather affects fireworks, the relationship between hot weather and respiratory illness and we’ll get an update on our hurricane season, such as it is. That and more, coming up on Weatherwise!
Jul 06, 2025•13 min
The Duke is back from vacation…and the Dogs are back together, weighing in on a variety of topics as we approach the Fourth of July weekend. The Nats & James Wood, Terry McLaurin, and Joey Chesnut are all in the Dog Bowl this week…
Jul 03, 2025•14 min
It’s vacation season…and while Ryan is soaking up the sun in Virginia Beach this week, we go to the “Best-Of The Dogs” archives and revisit last year’s podcast I did with Genesis about vacations. Enjoy the memories!!! R-Dog
Jun 26, 2025•12 min
As of this edition of the Sports Dogs Pod, the Washington Nationals are mired in an 11-game losing streak. That, combined with Manager Davey Martinez’ recent comments about his players, have many Nats fans calling for Martinez to be fired. The Dogs weigh in, as the long hot Summer begins…
Jun 19, 2025•16 min
The rough is thick and the greens are lightning fast…as the world’s best golfers try to survive the famed Oakmont (PA) course this week at the US Open. Randy breaks it all down, with the help of Nick Ciattei of Mid Atlantic Golf Getaways…courtesy of Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club, the resort course in our […]
Jun 11, 2025•17 min
It’s June, and the Dogs are barkin’! NASCAR’s Ross Chastain is back for the 3rd week in a row, and The R-Dog and Duke also talk about the resurgent Washington Nationals and some notable absences at Commanders’ OTA’s. Lots to cover this week …and the dog bowl is filled!
Jun 05, 2025•22 min
Jun 04, 2025•8 min
We talk about the beginning of Summer, give you a look at the drought situation, we’ll look at what’s ahead for hurricane season, and we’ll talk about The Pollen Count and how to make better use of it.
Jun 02, 2025•16 min
The Dogs talk Valley League Baseball on the eve of the 2025 season, and NASCAR’s Ross Chastain returns following his victory last weekend at the Cup Series Coca Cola 600!
May 29, 2025•16 min
The Duke chats with Ross Chastain, one of the top drivers in the NASCAR Cup Series. Chastain, driver of the #1 Busch Light Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing, is coming off a 3rd place finish at the recent All Star Race, and currently 11th in the Cup point standings. Chastain talks about his chances heading into […]
May 23, 2025•12 min
In the second of TWO Sports Dogs Podcasts this week, we continue our series of the Duke’s Apple Blossom Interviews. This week, it’s the Festival Grand Marshal Alfonso Ribeiro (“Fresh Prince of Bel-Air) and Ryan Zimmerman (former Washington Nationals great). Brought to you by 4th and Goal Cards and Collectables…
May 15, 2025•19 min
In one of two Sports Dogs Podcasts this week, Randy talks with Nick Ciattei of Mid-Atlantic Golf Getaways and previews the second major of the year, the PGA Championship. Can Rory keep his Masters momentum going at Quail Hollow, will Xander win back-to-back PGA’s, or will a surprise winner come out of the pack? R-Dog […]
May 14, 2025•15 min
Ryan Rutherford was everywhere during the Apple Blossom Festival…including the Sports Breakfast, where Washington football legends Charles Mann and Brian Mitchell spoke to the crowd. In this edition of the Sports Dogs Podcast, The Duke caught up with Charles and B-Mitch at the 98th Bloom, courtesy of 4th & Goal Cards and Collectables…plus some chat […]
May 08, 2025•22 min
We’ll update the drought situation in the Shenandoah Valley, we’ll take a look at air pollution and our bodies, we’ll be reminded that Mama is always right about lightning and we’ll follow hurricane debris to it’s final resting place .
May 05, 2025•16 min
The Dogs get set for a big Bloom weekend, including the Sports Breakfast, where the Duke will be chatting with the likes of Ryan Zimmerman, Charles Mann, and Brian Mitchell. Plus, it’s on to Round 2 for the Caps, and we recap the Commanders’ draft…then, on to the Stag Luncheon!
May 01, 2025•16 min
The Sports Dogs are back together…and howling about the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, The Nats and their Gas Can Gang, The Caps, and this week’s NFL Draft & Commanders wish list…
Apr 24, 2025•20 min
The Duke talks Clarke County’s upcoming Earth Day celebration and the Commander’s draft with John Keim of ESPN and the Clarke County Litter Committee.
Apr 17, 2025•14 min
The golf season truly begins with the Masters, the first major of the year. The R-Dog and Nick Ciattei of Mid-Atlantic Golf Getaways break down the Masters and have their now-famous favorite and dark horse picks…
Apr 09, 2025•16 min
We’ll look at a first guess on the coming hurricane season, we’ll look at sea surface temperatures and why they’re important and we’ll give you an updated health report on the Ozone Layer! That and more on Weatherwise!
Apr 07, 2025•14 min
The Dogs weigh in on the Caps and Ovie’s chase for 895, the Nats’ 1-5 start (again), the Final Four…and maybe a Beer Snake!
Apr 03, 2025•19 min
The Dogs recap their recent Media Day tour of Nationals Park and preview the 2025 Washington Nationals…plus a look at the remaining teams in their NCAA brackets heading into the “Sweet Sixteen” games.
Mar 27, 2025•18 min
Let the Madness begin! The Dogs compare their NCAA Tournament brackets, and bark about their teams not getting into the dance…
Mar 19, 2025•22 min
Lots to cover in this edition, as the Sports Dogs congratulate our local basketball teams, look ahead to Selection Sunday, and break down lots of moves this week by the Washington Commanders…
Mar 13, 2025•20 min
The Sports Dogs are barkin’! In this episode, we cover the area high school basketball teams who are headed for state semifinal action. Plus a quick Caps (and Ovechkin) update, and a new toy for Cliff Kingsbury and the Commander’s offense!
Mar 06, 2025•18 min
We’ll update the drought situation in the Shenandoah Valley, we’ll look at a couple of early Spring forecasts for our area, we’ll discuss FEMA and the “Waffle House index” and we’ll ask how many of you have ever heard of a gasoline plant (Hint: you may some in your yard).
Mar 03, 2025•15 min
The Dogs take a little break from sports as R-Dog looks back to the early 80s, when he entered the squared circle as part of a wild radio promotion…
Feb 26, 2025•20 min
In this edition of the SDPC, The Dogs cover a variety of topics in rapid fire fashion, including area hoop, The 4-Nations Final, The upcoming UFL, and the Washington Nationals…
Feb 20, 2025•17 min
Ryan recognizes athletes from around the Shenandoah Valley who committed to play football at the collegiate level during last week’s National Signing Day. The solo Sports Dog also discusses some of the area’s top uncommitted prospects from this year’s senior class. Then Skyline High School’s Isiah Maxwell and Heath Gilbert reflect on his accomplishments during […]
Feb 13, 2025•14 min
It’s all things “Super Bowl” with the Sports Dogs, from gameday cuisine, to our favorite Super Bowl commercials, and our analysis & predictions. And, we tie a bow on the Commander’s magical season. Enjoy the Big Game, and watch out for Duke’s famous jalapeno popper dish!
Feb 05, 2025•20 min