Tony opens up the show by catching up with Chris Cillizza and talking about the Emmy Chris just won, and Tony also talks about the Nats and about a new diet for Chessie. Anne Hornaday calls in to talk about the new Jurassic Park movie. reboots in general, and also about F1 - the new Brad Pitt movie. Mary Carillo calls in to talk about her career as a player, and also about Coco Gauf losing in the first round at Wimbledon, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the mailbag. Songs: The Chordro...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Tony opens the show by talking about Wimbledon, NBA free agency, a new product for the show, and he also talks about the passing of Dr. Joseph Giordano. Richard Justice calls in to talk about where Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani compare with the all time greats of the game and also about what AJ Hinch is doing in Detroit this season. Pat Forde calls in to talk about the legacy of D. Wayne Lukas, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Julia Alsarraf “737” ; Splittsville “A...
Jul 02, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Tony opens the show by talking with Chris the intern about how he deals with bombing on stage when he does stand up comedy, and he talks about some issues he’s having with new water bottles in Rehoboth. Next,Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the summer sports calendar, and also about the Rocket Classic in Detroit. Then Dave Sims - the play by play voice for the New York Yankees joins the show to talk about getting to call games for Cal Raleigh in Seattle and now for Aaron Judge in New York a...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Tony opens the show by talking about finding a mauve jacket in his closet in Delaware and then wearing it on PTI. Brian Windhorst calls in to talk about the Thunder winning their first NBA title, and also about the flurry of trades we’ve already seen around the league. Tim Kurkjian calls in to talk about Cal “Big Dumper” Raleigh and the amazing numbers that he’s putting up, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Lydia McDavid “Already Gone” ; Dan Bern “Big Dumper” To lea...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Tony opens the show by talking about getting to play a late round of golf and getting paired with a grandfather and grandson, and he and Nigel talk about a huge traffic accident that clogged up the roads in Rehoboth on Monday. Pam Ward calls in to talk about the physical play in the WNBA and how Caitlin Clark is doing in her second year. Dan Stillman of the Capital Weather Gang calls in to talk about the brutal heat wave hitting the East Coast and how long it will last, and Tony closes out the s...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Tony opens the show by talking with Michael and club pro George Bushby about playing in the member / member tournament in Rehoboth, and about golfing with a 12 year old. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the Thunder beating the Pacers to win their first NBA Title, and also about Kevin Durant being traded to the Rockets. Tony talks some more with Michael and George about Keegan Bradley winning the Travelers Tournament for the second year in a row, and Tony closes out the show by opening up th...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Tony opens the show by talking about another brutal game for the Nats, and he also plays a song written about him using only A.I. Bob Ryan calls in to talk about the fallout from the Rafael Devers trade and the state of the teams in Boston after such a long run at the top, Taylor Twellman calls in to talk about some of the drama surrounding the men’s National team as they begin play in the Gold Cup, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Ozark Mountain Daredevils “Gonna ...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the constant rain in DC, and he also talks about a rough loss for the Nats and Kyle Finnegan’s role in that loss. Buster Olney calls in to talk about Shohei Ohtani’s return to the mound, and about the Rafael Devers trade, Tim Legler calls in to talk about the Thunder’s win over the Pacers to take a 3-2 lead in the NBA Finals, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Jim Basnight “All Summer Long” ; “Other Woman” To learn more about list...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Tony opens the show by talking about Shohei Ohtani’s impending return to the mound, he also talks about the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the Giants, and about the wild ending to the US Open. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about all of that plus the Stanley Cup Finals and the NBA Finals. Steve Sands calls in to talk some more about JJ Spaun winning at Oakmont and how the officials handled the rain, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. To learn more about listener data and ...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the death of Brian Wilson and the impact he had on him and American culture in general. Steve Sands calls in from Oakmont to give his thoughts on what to expect at the US Open, Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about some offseason NFL news including a certain QB who just signed with Pittsburgh, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song : Scott Salmon “Whiskey Don’t Work” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ht...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the fact that intern Chris will be planting potatoes today, and he also talks about trying to buy cherries on sale at Safeway. Doug Ferguson calls in to talk about how Oakmont sets up for the US Open this week and who could win it, Brian Windhorst calls in to preview Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and also about who might get the Knicks coaching job, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Katie DiMartini “Mean To Me” ; “Poster Girl” To lea...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Canadian Open, the French Open, and about golfing in the rain over the weekend. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the men’s final at the French Open, and also about the Thunder’s win over the Pacers in game 2 of the NBA Finals, Pat Forde calls in to talk about Sovereignty winning the Belmont over Journalism, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : 22 In Jersey “Daydreams” ; “Her” To learn more about listener data and our privac...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats losing to the Cubs - a game that Michael went to, and he talks about the French Open, and the news that Aaron Rodgers is signing with the Steelers. Legendary horse racing handicapper Andy Beyer calls in to give his thoughts on the Belmont, Tim Legler calls in to talk about Indiana hitting a buzzer beater to top Oklahoma City in game 1 of the NBA Finals, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Mission Road “Ride On The Wind” ; ...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Tony opens the show by talking about Starbucks and the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau. He also talks to intern Chris about what he can do for the show and he talks to Michael about the money Tony owes him for talking care if his car registration. Richard Justice calls in to talk about how the Tigers got so good in the last couple years, the lifespan of catchers, and the all-Texas final for the women’s college softball championship. Ron Flatter calls in to preview the Belmont Stakes, and Tony closes...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the gap between the conference finals and the finals in the NBA and NHL, and he also talks about what he watched over the weekend - including the Women’s Open Championship, Scottie Scheffler winning the Memorial, the French Open, and the Nats. Michael Wilbon calls in to give his thoughts on the NBA Finals as well as the Stanley Cup Finals, Bob Kravitz calls in to talk about the Pacers and also about the state of the Colts in the wake of the death of Jim Irsay...
Jun 02, 2025•58 min
Tony opens the show by briefly talking about the Florida Panthers and Oklahoma City Thunder winning their respective series, and also about having to cancel his weekend plans, and he also talks about what Terry Bradshaw said about the Steelers' pursuit of Aaron Rodgers. Steve Sands calls in to talk about Rory McIlroy skipping the Memorial and also about the rule changes for the Tour Championship, Ann Hornaday calls in to talk about the book she’s been working on over the last year and also about...
May 29, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats playing in Seattle, and he also talks about something that bothered him when he was out walking Chessie. Brian Windhorst calls in to talk about the Pacers win over the Knicks and about what finals matchup the NBA would like to see the most. Jeff Passan calls in to talk about when Shohei Ohtani might get back on the mound, and also about the great seasons that Aaron Judge and Ronald Acuna Jr. are having, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the ...
May 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Tony opens the show by talking about all the sports he watched over the long weekend, especially the Senior PGA Championship at Congressional, and he also talks about how poorly he played in a tournament with Michael on Memorial Day. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the Thunder’s thrilling win over the Timberwolves and also about how he thinks the Knicks / Pacers series will play out. Ryan McGee calls in to talk about the Indy 500 and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Song...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Tony opens the show by talking about some things he got in the mail, and he also talks to Harrison the intern about his gardening homework, and he also talks about the Nats win over the Braves. Jason La Canfora calls in to talk about the tush-push, Aaron Rodgers, and the passing of Jim Irsay, Tony Reali calls in to talk about his journey from being stat boy on PTI to hosting Around the Horn for over 20 years, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Nelson Bragg “You Could...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 13 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Knicks' playoff run with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, then he chats with Mark Feinsand about Juan Soto, the Phillies losing a key reliever for the year, and also about what’s going on with the Orioles this year. Tim Legler calls in to give his thoughts on the start of the conference finals and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Capital Zen “Touch Your Body” ; “Lost Stranger” To learn more about listener data and our priv...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Tony opens the show by talking briefly about the PGA Championship, the NBA playoffs and the Nats, and then he talks about his trip up to New York for a high school reunion, and what happened on his way back to DC. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the NBA playoffs now that the Conference Finals are set and also about the Preakness, Steve Sands calls in to talk about Scottie Scheffler winning at Quail Hollow, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Autumn Hollow “After...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Tony opens the show by talking with Andy Beyer to preview the Preakness, and also about what can be done to reinvigorate the Triple Crown. Steve Sands calls in from Quail Hollow to give his thoughts on what to expect in the PGA Championship and he also gives his thoughts on 5 Guys, and Tim Kurkjian calls in to talk about baseball’s decision to reinstate Pete Rose and the Black Sox, and whether any of them will get into the Hall of Fame, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Son...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Tony opens the show by talking with Chris the intern about what he’s hoping to accomplish, and Tony also talks about a really bad day for DC sports, and also about Ron Manfred reinstating the Black Sox and Pete Rose - making them eligible for the Hall of Fame. Doug Ferguson calls in to preview the PGA Championship and what kind of course Quail Hollow is, Ron Flatter calls in to talk about who he likes in the Preakness and what horse racing can do to improve the Triple Crown, and Tony closes out ...
May 14, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Tony opens the show by talking with Michael about Michael’s trip to the ballpark with the family on Mother’s Day, and he also talks about going to Home Depot to buy flowers, and also about eating a Five Guys burger for the first time. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about the new Pope and his ties to Chicago, and also about what the atmosphere was like at Madison Square Garden for Game 3 in the Celtics / Knicks series, Craig Laughlin calls in to talk about Alex Ovechkin and what to expect in the...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Caps' win, and also about the NBA playoffs and how the higher seeds have struggled in the second round so far, and he also talks about having dinner with Michael and the grandkids. Buster Olney calls in to talk about how to grow potatoes, and also about the Pirates firing their manager and what an amazing year that Aaron Judge is having. Horse trainer Kenny McPeek calls in to talk about yet another Derby winning horse pulling out of the Preakness, and Ton...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats splitting a doubleheader and a milestone for Kyle Finnegan, and he also talks about Sovereignty pulling out of the Preakness, cupcakes, and an email about his college roommate. Bob Ryan calls in to talk about the start of the second round of the NBA playoffs where the road teams have all won, PK Subban calls in to talk about the hockey playoffs and a rough night for the Caps, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Your Old Ra...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats bullpen coming up big in a win, Scottie Scheffler winning the Byron Nelson, and also about the Kentucky Derby and two road teams winning on Sunday in the NBA. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk some more about the NBA playoffs and about how much he enjoyed watching the Derby, Pat Forde calls in to talk about Sovereignty’s win at Churchill Downs, and also about a big day for Katie Ledecky, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : S...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats win (and a good night from the bullpen), and he also talks about some treats he enjoyed from a "big box of that" from Hershey, and also about some wine he is drinking these days, and another encounter he had with customer service. Brian Windhorst calls in to talk about the Knicks beating the Pistons to move on to the second round of the playoffs and also about a potential offseason trade of a superstar. Legendary horse racing handicapper Andy Beyer c...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Tony opens the show by talking about a tough loss for the Nats, a golf outing he had with Michael and Gary Williams, and also about having dinner with Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger. Horse racing expert Ron Flatter calls in to preview the Kentucky Derby, Barry Svrluga calls in to talk about the Nats and also about a new stadium deal for the Washington Football Team, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : The Gold Needles “Supernature” ; 20/20 “The End of ...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Tony opens the show by talking about Shadeur Sanders falling to the 5th round of the NFL Draft, and he also talks about the passing of Dick Barnett, and about a couple of nice wins for the Nats. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about all of that plus the NBA playoffs, Mark Feinsand calls in to talk about which teams are surprising him in the early going of the season and about his trip to Augusta, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Igono “Down for Imprfect” ; Dan Bern ...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 9 min
