TOPICS: Segment #1: Return Of Chucky Thoughts from Raider Greg on the return of Jon Gruden as Raiders head coach, 20 years and one day after his original hiring by Al Davis in 1998. We listen to excerpts from his introductory press conference, as well as comments on The Greg Papa Show, previously aired on the Raiders flagship station 95.7 The Game. Segment #2: Did the Raiders violate the Rooney Rule We hear the thoughts of Raider Greg as well as Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe, from their te...
Jan 13, 2018•2 hr•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Jack Del Rio Fired We go over the details of the firing of Coach Del Rio. We also hear thoughts from Greg Papa, Bonta Hill, Lorenzo Neal, and Bill Romanowski from the Raiders flagship station 95.7 The Game. Segment #2: Jon Gruden to be the Raiders next head coach? Rumors are swirling. Raider Greg gives his thoughts, and we hear inside stories from the voice of the Raiders Greg Papa, including insider knowledge on the trading of Jon Gruden to Tampa Bay, how Gruden almost left ...
Jan 03, 2018•2 hr 41 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Rumors: Jon Gruden looking to return to coaching next season? Rich Gannon was asked about these rumors on his weekly segment on 95.7 The Game, and his answer was very interesting. Segment #2: Raiders at Eagles Postgame The Raiders made it a more competitive game than most expected, but the result was another disappointment. Raider Greg recaps the game, plus we hear some thoughts from Rich Gannon, previously aired on The Football Hour on the Raiders flagship station 95.7 The G...
Dec 29, 2017•2 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Cowboys at Raiders Postgame It was close at the end, but the Raiders came out losers, and unless a miracle occurs, this loss most likely put the Raiders out of playoff contention. Raider Greg reviews the game, and we hear some content from The Football Hour with Greg Papa, Bill Romanowski, and Lorenzo Neal, aired this week on the Raiders flagship station 95.7 The Game. Segment #2: Raiders at Eagles Pregame We preview the Raiders Monday Night prime time game in Philadelphia. A...
Dec 22, 2017•2 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Raiders at Chiefs Postgame The Raiders lost their important matchup in Kansas City for the division lead. Raider Greg gives his thoughts on the game and on the current state of the Raiders. Segment #2: Cowboys at Raiders Pregame Raider Greg previews the matchup between the Raiders and the Cowboys in Oakland this Sunday night. Segment #3: Raider Nation “Boneline” Call-in Segment 01. Raider Malik from Tucson 02. Raider Steve in Vegas 03. Raider Tony the NW Raider 04. Raider Tom...
Dec 16, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Revisiting every week 14 podcast from 2016 back to 2005 In trying to figure out what to do to commemorate our landmark 500th episode of Raider Nation Podcast, we decided to take a listen to a portion of each week 14 episode, starting with 2016 and going back to our start in 2005. It's interesting to see what was happening with the Raiders as they were entering the 4th quarter of each season. We enjoyed re-listening to the shows included in this anniversary special, and we hop...
Dec 14, 2017•2 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Raiders 2017 Free Agency Review Raider Greg reviews players the Raiders have lost to free agency, plus players we have acquired. Segment #2: NFL owners vote to approve relocation of Raiders to Las Vegas Raider Greg gives his personal feelings on this decision, and talks about differing feelings of other fans. We also hear interviews with former Raiders players, media, and others. This includes Greg Papa, Tom Flores, Amy Trask, Bill Romanowski, Colin Cowherd, Jack Del Rio, Ric...
Apr 02, 2017•3 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Everyone is hopping on the Raiders Bandwagon Apparently Raider Nation has some new members. How long have you been a member? Even the media is jumping on. Segment #2: Broncos at Raiders Postgame Review The Raiders dominated in all three phases of the game, in large part due to a great effort by the offensive line. The Raiders had over 200 yards rushing, and the Broncos had no answer. Do we now have the recipe to beat the Broncos in the final game of the season in Denver? Segm...
Nov 13, 2016•2 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: AFC West News Update The Raiders, Chiefs, and Broncos win, and the Chargers lose. Segment #2: Raiders win in New Orleans! Raiders edge the Saints 35-34 in offensive thriller The Raiders win a thriller in New Orleans to start their 2016 season. Raiders score on a 2 point conversion with under a minute on the clock to take a one point lead, then our defense forced a 61 yard field goal attempt by the Saints that barely missed wide left. Raider Greg reviews the game, and we hear ...
Sep 15, 2016•2 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Raiders @ Chiefs Postgame Thoughts Brief thoughts on the Raiders season finale at Kansas City. Segment #2: Ken Stabler a finalist for NFL Hall of Fame Ken Stabler is one of two senior committee finalists for the NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2016. Raider Greg gives his thoughts on his nomination and selection as a finalist. Segment #3: Lost Angeles Relocation Stadium Owners Vote NFL owners met in Houston this week to discuss and vote on which team or teams will be al...
Jan 14, 2016•3 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Oakland Raiders New Head Coach Jack Del Rio The Raiders haven't made it official yet, so we hope all the media reports are accurate, but Jack Del Rio's hire as Raiders head coach has been widely reported to be a done deal. Reportedly a four year contract, we are expecting an official announcement to be made tomorrow along with a press conference. In this segment we hear opinions on Jack from various sources by way of the Raiders flagship station 95.7 "The Game". We'll hear fr...
Jan 15, 2015•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Oakland Raiders Search The Head Coaching Universe There have been media "reports" of various head coaching interviews that the Oakland Raiders have completed and scheduled, and they may be getting close to an announcement. We listen to the thoughts of various NFL insiders via the Raiders flagship radio station 95.7 "The Game", and Raider Greg gives you his thoughts and opinions. Segment #2: A-Hole of the Month Recent television ratings listed the Oakland Raiders as the least ...
Jan 08, 2015•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Raiders Shock 49ers 24-13 in Oakland Raider Greg was there and shares what it was like to witness this epic game. We hear lots of clips from the Raiders flagship station 95.7 "The Game" along with game calls by Greg Papa via Raiders.com. We hear commentary from Bill Romanowski, Lorenzo Neal, Coach Sparano, Derek Carr, and more. Segment #2: Raiders @ Chiefs Pregame The Raiders head to Kansas City to try their best to complete the 2014 sweep of the Chiefs and possibly play spoi...
Dec 12, 2014•2 hr 40 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Raiders Now 0-9 and Raider Greg Goes On A Rant The Broncos defeated the Raiders in Oakland and Raider Greg is not in the mood for a post-game recap. He's not even in the mood for a pre-game preview of the Raiders at San Diego Chargers. So this show will basically be a rant on the state of the Raiders and their future. Segment #2 “The Boneline” Voicemail Segment You can call in to the Boneline and get on the podcast yourself. Toll-Free 1-800-620-7181. Try to keep your call aro...
Nov 13, 2014•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Raider Nation Invades London - Raiders/Dolphins Postgame Recap We had a great time in London with the Crusader Raider welcoming fans to his home town. Raider Greg was a guest in his home and we'll tell you about our trip and recap the game at Wembley. Segment #2: Dennis Allen Fired, Tony Sparano made interim Head Coach We talk about the head coaching change four games into the 2014 season and what the Raiders need to do going forward. Should they keep Reggie McKenzie, or do w...
Oct 03, 2014•2 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: Ray Guy finally inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Ray Guy was officially inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the first pure punter to be inducted. He was presented by John Madden, and we'll hear Raider Greg's thoughts as well as some audio of John Madden's and Ray Guy's speeches. Segment #2: Are the Raiders moving to San Antonio? Raider Greg says, “hell no!” Segment #3: Raider Greg’s training camp report Raider Greg shares his observations from Raiders trai...
Aug 05, 2014•1 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Thanks to our Raider Nation Podcast Listeners" Thanks to all of you guys for the support you've given us over nine seasons of Raider Nation Podcast. Despite the nine years without a winning season, you have all kept us going and made it a pleasure for us to put out these shows. We treasure the friendships we've made and people we've met in Oakland and in traveling the country for Raiders away games. Thanks for everything. Segment #2: "Dennis Allen, he's a keeper!" Mark Davis...
Jan 19, 2014•3 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Raiders Beat Chargers 27-17" The Raiders played the Chargers in the latest game ever started on a Sunday night, due to having to convert the Coliseum over from baseball the night before. Raider Greg paints you the picture of what it was like on this night when the Raiders played as if they were "possessed", and took advantage of every break they got. A 100 percent effort in all phases of the game. The momentum shifted in the second half to make things a little nervous for Ra...
Oct 09, 2013•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Brief Comments on Redskins game last week and Chargers game this week" A short intro to the show by Raider Greg with brief comments on last weeks loss to the Redskins and today's Sunday Night game vs the Chargers. Segment #2: "The Boneline" Voicemail Segment Today, since we don't have time for a full show, we will let you listen to EVERY Boneline call that was made over the last seven days, 33 calls in all. Greg didn't have time to comment on each call, so we are just playin...
Oct 06, 2013•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Raiders @ Colts Postgame Review - Pryor Impresses" The Raiders lost their season opener, but left the Raider Nation feeling good about their future with Terrelle Pryor. Raider Greg gives his thoughts and breakdown of the game, and we hear analysis from immediately after the game from Bill Romanawski, Lorenzo Neal, and Henry Woford. We also hear from Coach Allen's post game press conference as well as Terrelle Pryor's thoughts. Segment #2: "Jacksonville Jaguars @ Oakland Raid...
Sep 11, 2013•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Terrelle Pryor Starting QB in Season Opener at Colts" Was it Matt Flynn's tendonitis that gave Pryor the start in the season opener, or would he have won the starting job anyway. Raider Nation is excited about Pryor starting, and Raider Greg gives you his feelings. Segment #2: "The Hot Seat" We haven't even played our first game of the season, and the pundits have Dennis Allen in the hot seat. What does he need to accomplish in order to be coaching the Raiders in 2014? We he...
Sep 05, 2013•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Raiders looking into a new 56,500 seat stadium in Oakland" The Raiders and the City of Oakland are studying the feasibility of building a new stadium on the current site in Oakland that would have 56,500 seats. The Raiders say they could contribute $300 Million towards the estimated $800 Million project. If the NFL gave them a $200 Million loan as they did for the 49ers, this would leave $300 Million. They estimate $100 Million could be gathered via personal seat licenses. T...
Jul 19, 2013•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Raider Nation Welcomes Back Charles Woodson" Charles Woodson showed up at Raiders headquarters to a cheering throng of Raider fans. He admitted that it would have been pretty hard to leave without a contract signed after a welcome like that. Raider Greg goes over the details, plus the story of ESPNs Trey Wingo and how he turned Raider Nation against him. We play an audio clip from an interview with Mr. Wingo on the Raiders flagship station 95.7 "The Game". Segment #2: "JaMar...
May 31, 2013•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Raiders CEO Amy Trask Resigns After 25 Years" As we left Raiders rookie mini-camp last Saturday, we saw Amy Trask walking out of the front door of Raiders headquarters to her car. We called out, "hi Amy!" and waved. She waved back. Little did we know that it may have been her last time leaving that building. We heard on the radio about 3 minutes later that she had just resigned. Knowing all the Amy had done for the Raiders organization and how much she had meant to us person...
May 15, 2013•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "News Updates" A quick mention of Raiders former Asst. Coach Randy Hansen's conviction on assault and battery charges. Raider Greg is wondering who started that altercation at Raiders' headquarters that led to Hansen's fractured jaw. We know who ended the altercation. Segment #2: "Close Encounters of the Raider Kind" Raider Greg suggests a topic for our "Boneline" voicemail callers. Call in and tell your story of a "close encounter" with a Raiders player or former player. Rai...
May 06, 2013•2 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "King Goodell?" It was recently reported that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made $29.5 Million in 2011. Raider Greg gives his opinion on this story. Segment #2: "New Raiders Coaching Staff Meets The Media" The new Raiders assistant coaches met with the media at Raiders headquarters recently. There are videos of the meetings on Raiders.com and we added some of the audio to this show. Questions and answers with new Raiders Offensive Coordinator Greg Olson, O-Line Coach Tony Sp...
Feb 21, 2013•2 hr 42 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Superbowl XXXVII is News Ten Years Later?" Tim Brown has been giving out his opinion that Bill Callahan, Raiders head coach for their 2003 Superbowl XXXVII appearance, actually "sabotaged" the game for the Raiders - to let his "friend" and Superbowl opponent Jon Gruden win the game for the Tampa Bay Bucs. Raider Greg gives him feelings on the story, plus we hear from several Raiders players from that team on radio 95.7 "The Game". Segment #2: "Manti Te'o Story" The bizarre s...
Jan 23, 2013•2 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "Oakland Raiders Moving Forward - Fast" A look ahead to the 2013 off-season and hopes for the Raiders' future. Segment #2: "Raiders @ Chargers recap" We recap the Raiders season finale in San Diego, a 24-21 loss that highlighted promise from quarterback Terrelle Pryor. Segment #3: "Our Toll-Free Boneline Voicemail Segment" This week's callers: 01. Raider Todd from Fresno 02. Raider Rob from Maryland 03. Pennsylvania Raider 04. Raider Mike from Tampa Florida 05. Moneyman has s...
Jan 02, 2013•1 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPIC: A Tribute To Al Davis - One Year After His Passing" Al Davis did so much for football and the Raiders, he will never be forgotten. October 8th was the one year anniversary of his passing, and Raider Greg does a short tribute in his memory. Now on to Atlanta! You can call in to the Boneline and get on the podcast yourself. Toll-Free 1-800-620-7181. Try to keep your call around 2-3 minutes long. If we get a lot of calls we may not be able to air all of them, so make them good. Preference ma...
Oct 10, 2012•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast TOPICS: Segment #1: "NFL Referee's Contract Situation Update" We briefly cover the latest news on the referee's contract status. Will we have "scab" referees? Segment #2: "Raider Greg Visits Raiders Napa Training Camp 2012" We visited Raiders training camp and Raider Greg interviewed Raiders Offensive Coordinator Greg Knapp, Defensive Coordinator Jason Tarver, and Rookie Linebacker Miles Burris. We hear the audio from those interviews. You can see the interviews in full HD video on our website w...
Aug 07, 2012•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
