Best The LA Countdown Podcasts (2025)

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Cardinals Cover 2 - Evaluating The 7-Player Draft Class 45:08

7h ago45:08

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Ep. 878 - The grades are in. So, how do the experts feel GM Monti Ossenfort did with his selections in the 2025 NFL Draft? Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss some of what has been written since the end of the draft on Saturday. A lot of the words written has focused on the Cardinals’ first three picks: DT Walter Nolen III, CB Will Johnson, and…

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Shedeur Slide, Florida A&M Hoops, NHL Playoffs, Clone Calls 1:07:48

8h ago1:07:48

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/28/25 Following the NFL Draft, Jim breaks down why Shedeur Sanders slid all the way to the Cleveland Browns in the 5th round. Westwood One's Ross Tucker, Florida A&M Basketball Coach Charlie Ward, and 6x Stanley Cup Champion Mark Messier join the show. Then, Jim takes calls from the Clones on Shedeur and The Lakers. Learn …

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Cardinals Cover 2 - Defense Highlights Day 3 And Draft Overall 36:58

2d ago36:58

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Ep. 877 - Four picks on Saturday. Seven picks overall. Nearly every pick, six, went towards the defensive side of the ball. Yes, the real winner of the 2025 NFL Draft is defensive coordinator Nick Rallis; so many new toys to play with, and don’t forget about all the defensive additions in free agency. Craig Grialou, Dani Sureck and Paul Calvisi – i…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - Defense Times 2 On Day 2; CB Will Johnson, Edge Jordan Burch Drafted 38:37

3d ago38:37

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Ep. 876 – On Friday, the Cardinals doubled down on defense in the 2025 NFL Draft. Again, are we surprised? OK, maybe a little, but defense has been the team’s MO all offseason. Craig Grialou, Dani Sureck and Paul Calvisi – call it Cover 3 – talk about the selections of Michigan cornerback Will Johnson (second round, 47th overall pick) and Oregon Ed…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - Cardinals Legend Adrian Wilson Sees ‘Explosiveness’, ‘Quickness’ In Walter Nolen III 31:48

3d ago31:48

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Ep. 875 – As Paul Calvisi likes to say, players know players. So, why don’t we get a players’ perspective on Ole Miss defensive tackle Walter Nolen III. And it makes sense to hear from a defensive player, right? Well, for the first time in this show’s history, Adrian Wilson stops by. That’s right, Cardinals legend and Ring of Honor member Adrian Wi…

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Jim Rome's NFL Draft Recap 1:03:12

3d ago1:03:12

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/25/25 Following the first round of the NFL Draft, Jim discusses the excitement from Thursday night including a big trade for the Jaguars to select Travis Hunter, and how his QB fell out of the first round entirely. NFL Network's Bucky Brooks and SiriusXM NFL Radio's Geoff Schwartz joins the show. Then, Jim answers your Ask…

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Inside Lele Dinner Club, LA’s hottest reservation. Plus, Pizza City Fest preview with Steve Dolinsky. 1:14:17

4d ago1:14:17

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Lele Dinner Club is the buzzy new supper club from Pizzana chef and master pizzaiolo Daniele Uditi, offering an exclusive 10-course Neapolitan tasting menu that’s quickly become Los Angeles’ hottest reservation. With only three seatings so far and a waitlist already topping 6,000 names, this underground culinary experience is redefining LA fine din…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - Arizona Cardinals Add ‘Disruptive Player’ In DT Walter Nolen III 33:17

4d ago33:17

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Ep. 874 – Why was Walter Nolen III the selection with the 16th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft? In a word, disruptive. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman are back to further discuss the defensive tackle out of Ole Miss. First, they are joined by former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson; why he likes the addition, what it means for the defense. L…

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Cardinals Cover 2 – The Pick Is In; Ole Miss DT Walter Nolen III Drafted 15:02

4d ago15:02

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Ep. 873 - With the 16th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Arizona Cardinals select: Walter Nolen III, defensive tackle, Ole Miss. Really not a surprise. The Cardinals have prioritized defense for much of the offseason, starting with free agency and again here with their first-round pick. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman react in real time just moments…

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NFL Draft Countdown, What's Your Beef? 1:14:21

4d ago1:14:21

1:14:21

Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/24/25 The NFL Draft is hours away and Jim previews where several of the QBs could go. Jim is joined by NFL Network superstar Daniel Jeremiah and former NFL GM now CEO of Sumer Sports Thomas Dimitrioff. It's Thursday which means a What's Your Beef segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Big Red Rage - Draft Preview With Voice Of Cardinals Dave Pasch 45:49

5d ago45:49

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Ep. 713 - With less than 24 hours to go before the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, Cardinals play-by-play voice Dave Pasch joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to chat about options for the 16th overall selection. Will the Cardinals continue where they left off in free agency and build in the trenches? Or could a cornerback or speed receiver be the top …

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Cardinals Cover 2 - The Final Countdown Before 2025 NFL Draft 46:50

5d ago46:50

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Ep. 872 - Everyone is familiar with the Swedish rock band Europe, right? No? Well, everyone is - or should be - familiar with “The Final Countdown,” their one and only hit song. Heck, even Zach Gershman knows the music; and after humming a few bars, he and Craig Grialou have one final conversation about the 2025 NFL Draft. What do the latest mock d…

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Lakers Win, Syracuse Football, Packers Football, Sanders Slide 1:04:55

5d ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/23/25 The Lakers Even The Series against the Timberwolves, thanks to an inspiring coaching performance from JJ Redick. Meanwhile, some choice anonymous quotes could be causing a Sheduer Sanders slide. Syracuse Football Head Coach Fran Brown and Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs join the show. Learn more about your ad choice…

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NFL Draft Rumors, Pistons Playoff Win, Steph Curry 59:29

6d ago59:29

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/22/25 The smokescreen is here surrounding the NFL Draft and we are all left guessing for what goes down Thursday Night. The Athletic Senior NFL Reporter Dianna Russini joins the show. Then, Jim discusses the Pistons first playoff win since 2008. Warriors Superstar Steph Curry joins the show. Learn more about your ad choice…

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Cardinals Underground - Sweet 16, What’s The Pick? 52:18

6d ago52:18

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The draft is upon us, and Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck are open for business. Are the Cardinals? We will see if GM Monti Ossenfort is dealing on draft weekend again, but first Paul checks to see if our crew lights the lamp with good points. The trio talk about the power poll of draft needs (and how it impacts the first round), whether…

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Red Sea Report - Cardinals Have Many Options In 2025 NFL Draft 45:53

6d ago45:53

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After months of speculation, the 2025 NFL Draft is now just days away. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson debate the greatest needs on the Cardinals roster, the multiple options for the team with the 16th overall pick, the possibility of trades and the overall depth of the roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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NBA Playoffs Begin, Florida Hoops Lightning Hockey, UCLA Football 1:00:59

7d ago1:00:59

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/21/25 Jim opens the show by breaking down opening weekend for the NBA Playoffs. Then, Jim is joined by Florida Gators Head Coach Todd Golden, Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach Jon Cooper, and former UCLA LB Carson Schwesinger as he prepares for the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - It Is Officially Draft Week (Finally!) 42:56

7d ago42:56

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Ep. 871 - Three days, Bird Gang. Three days until the start of the 2025 NFL Draft. It’s been a long wait, and now that wait is just about over. So, what’s the latest buzz? What is the latest talk, not only league-wide but focused on the Arizona Cardinals? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss what they’ve heard, what they’ve read; what positions m…

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Deion Defends Jerseys, Delta Devils Football, NBA Playoffs, WTW 54:22

10d ago54:22

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/18/25 Deion Sanders says it's a family matter regarding his son's jersey retirement and it's not even the craziest thing he's said this week. Jim is joined by Mississippi Valley State Football Coach Terrell Buckley and The Athletic Senior NBA Reporter Sam Amick. Plus, Alvin's ionic Week That Was. Learn more about your ad c…

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From border town to Beard semifinalist, with Barra Santos’ Melissa Lopez. Plus, Jenn Harris on tariffs, Khushbu Shah on influencers vs. experts, and a hot LA restaurant survey making the rounds. 46:13

11d ago46:13

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Melissa Lopez is the James Beard semifinalist chef behind Barra Santos, one of the buzziest restaurants in recent memory to grace Los Angeles. Barra Santos is a tiny, sardine-tin of a restaurant in Cypress Park serving up thoughtful, super high-quality Portuguese fare. But as small as the restaurant’s footprint is, the noise it’s made since opening…

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Big Red Rage - Cardinals Legend Roy "Jet Stream" Green Talks Marvin Harrison Jr., Patrick Peterson And Travis Hunter 45:50

11d ago45:50

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Ep. 712 - Legendary Cardinals wide receiver and Ring of Honor inductee Roy "Jet Stream" Green joined Paul Calvisi and Zach Gershman to talk about the upcoming NFL Draft, getting a shoutout at Patrick Peterson's retirement press conference, why P2 was so productive and what to expect from Marvin Harrison Jr. in his second season. Green, who played b…

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Mavs Knock Out Kings, Rodgers Calls, UCLA and FSU Football, WYB 1:22:05

11d ago1:22:05

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/17/25 The NBA Play-In continues, with Anthony Davis and the Mavericks keeping their season alive. Jim takes calls from the clones on Aaron Rodgers and is joined by former FSU CB Azareye'h Thomas and UCLA Edge Femi Oladejo before the NFL Draft. It's Thursday, which means it's a "What's Your Beef?" segment. Learn more about …

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Cardinals Cover 2 - Draft Board Is ‘Set’ One Week Out 34:51

12d ago34:51

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Ep. 870 – It’s become an annual spring tradition: the pre-draft press conference. GMs, and often head coaches, meet with the media and answer questions ahead of the NFL Draft. A lot of words are spoken, but not a lot is said. To put it another way, no one is going to tip their hand or show their cards. Everything is kept very close to the vest. (Ha…

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Dubs Win The Play In, Trae Young Ejected, Oregon Football, Dodgers Baseball 1:00:32

12d ago1:00:32

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/16/25 The Association gave us a pair of Play-In Games last night that included a Warriors win, and a Hawks loss. Oregon Football Head Coach Dan Lanning and Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Dave Roberts join the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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La Tacleada Cardinals - Patrick Peterson: Una Leyenda Cardenal 27:04

13d ago27:04

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Ep. 139 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan los últimos detalles a una semana del draft. ¿Está todo listo en el nido? ¿Ya tiene Monti Ossenfort lista la estrategia? Además hablan de la despedida de Patrick Peterson y comparten sus historias personales con P2 mientras fue parte del equipo de Arizona. ¿Directo al salón de la fama de la NFL? See…

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Cardinals Underground - Patrick Peterson's Return and Balderdash 58:24

13d ago58:24

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The splash zone? No, probably just balderdash, but Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck have much to discuss as the draft draws near. With Patrick Peterson in town, it gets one to thinking – is a cornerback the first-round choice? Another defensive lineman? A wrecker on the interior offensive line? All possible. Meanwhile, Peterson’s return t…

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Mavs No Regrets, Shedeur Draft Rumors, Texas Hoops, Clone Calls 1:07:02

13d ago1:07:02

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/15/25 Nico Harrison and the Dallas Mavericks have no regrets trading Luka Doncic. The Giants are bringing in Shedeur Sanders for another visit and Jim takes calls from The Clones including a late take on The Masters. Texas Longhorns Basketball Head Coach Sean Miller joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…

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Red Sea Report - Patrick Peterson Calls It A Career, Retires With Cardinals 45:51

13d ago45:51

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Cornerback Patrick Peterson put the cap on his stellar 13-year NFL career by officially retiring as a member of the Arizona Cardinals. Peterson made the announcement during a press conference that included both former teammates and current Cardinals players in attendance. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and former Peterson teammate Drew Stanton chat ab…

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Rory Finally Wins, Bryson Chokes, Magic Basketball, Georgia Draft 56:23

14d ago56:23

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle - 4/14/25 Following the Masters, Jim discusses Rory's win at Augusta, and the collapse by Bryson DeChambeau on Sunday. Jim is joined by Orlando Magic Head Coach Jamahl Mosley and former Georgia Safety Malaki Starks join the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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G.I. Ja Morant, Masters Update, Ant Edwards, Bama Football, ATP's, WTW 56:13

17d ago56:13

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/11/25 Ja Morant was a big loser last night but still found a way to celebrate. Jim was joined by Golf Channel Insider Rex Hoggard and former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe. Jim answers the Ask The Pro's E-mails and Posts plus Alvin's ionic Week That Was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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How will the tariffs impact LA restaurants and diners? Plus, RIP middle class restaurants, wagyu beef heaven in Brentwood, and Glen Powell’s BLT boo-boo. 1:18:32

18d ago1:18:32

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Tariffs, tariffs, tariffs. It’s the word on everybody’s lips this week and, as you’d expect, every food media outlet in the country published some sort of breakdown of what this means for restaurants and the food industry at large. Father Sal and I sift through the noise to distill what this means for LA restaurateurs and diners alike. Also on this…

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Big Red Rage - Calais Campbell Returns To Cardinals, Makes 93rd Appearance On Show 45:49

18d ago45:49

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Ep. 711 - After appearing on the Big Red Rage 86 times as host and six times as a guest during his first stint in Arizona, defensive lineman Calais Campbell stops by the studio to check the box on his 93rd show overall. Big 93 joins his former co-hosts Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to remember some of the old days and to discuss why he continues to …

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Revenge Game In Dallas, Brewers Baseball, UFC 314, WYB? 1:25:00

18d ago1:25:00

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle - 4/10/25 Luka Doncic took it personally in his first game back in Dallas with the Lake Show. Jim is joined by former CBS President Kelly Kahn to discuss his upcoming documentary on the 1982 Brewers "Just A Bit Outside" and UFC Hall of Famer Forrest Griffin ahead of UFC 314. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho…

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Luka Ejected, Wolves Implosion, NFL Draft 50:05

19d ago50:05

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle - 4/9/25 The Lakers and Thunder matchup last night was taken over by The Ref Show, the Timberwolves blew a 24 point lead in the 4th quarter and The Athletic's Dane Brugler joins the show to discuss the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - Have Arizona's Draft Needs Changed? 32:10

19d ago32:10

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Ep. 869 - Another day, another day closer to the NFL Draft. Many draft experts, including multiple on this show, have raved about the depth at defensive line in this year's class. But, with the additions of Dalvin Tomlinson and Calais Campbell, will the Cardinals target a different position in the first round? Dani Sureck and Zach Gershman discuss …

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La Tacleada Cardinals - Se Acercan Las Fechas Clave 39:11

20d ago39:11

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Ep. 138 - Cada vez estamos más cerca del NFL Draft y la pregunta es obvia. Qué van a hacer los Cardenales de Arizona? Luis Hernández, Rolando Cantú y su invitado Irving Villanueva analizan los mejores escenarios. Además hablan de viajes, vacaciones y de la Casa Roja at the Fifty. Qué es eso y como llegó al nido? See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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Florida Rips The Natty, Michael Malone Fired, Phone Calls 58:08

20d ago58:08

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The Jim Rome Show HR 3 - 4/8/25 The Florida Gators win another NCAA Championship and it's heartbreaking for the Houston Cougars. The Denver Nuggets inexplicably fire Michael Malone with 3 games left in the season. Jim takes phone calls from the Clones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Cardinals Underground - Keeping Up With the Joneses 52:55

20d ago52:55

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Don’t worry - the stock of Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck is up, even if no other stock is, as our trio dive into yet more (odd) draft speculation, the craziness of draftees being mocked all over the place from 5 to 50, a new Out of Context, Calais Campbell and the DL depth and whether it impacts the draft and/or development, picking wa…

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Red Sea Report - Will Cardinals Add O-Line Beef In NFL Draft? 45:52

20d ago45:52

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The Cardinals significantly upgraded their defensive line in free agency with the addition of players like Dalvin Tomlinson and Calais Campbell. Could they be eyeballing the NFL Draft to upgrade the offensive line? Dani Sureck is joined by Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson to discuss the possibilities. Plus, a breakdown of the contract extension sig…

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Duke Goes Down, HOU and FLA Advance, Ovi Record, Minnesota Hoops 1:01:53

21d ago1:01:53

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/7/25 Countdown to the NCAA Championship with Houston getting by a talented Duke team and the Florida Gators representing the SEC. Alex Ovechkin scores his record 895th career goal, passing The Great One. Minnesota Basketball Head Coach Niko Medved joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a…

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Warriors Top Lakers, Fordham Hoops, Jake Rome, UFC 313, WTW 1:03:46

24d ago1:03:46

1:03:46

Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/4/25 The Warriors midseason acquisition outperformed the Lakers midseason acquisition last night. Jim is joined by Fordham Basketball Head Coach Mike Magpayo, UFC Fmr Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski, and Jake Rome, celebrating his 24th Birthday! Alvin has his ionic Week That Was. Learn more about your ad choic…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - A Conversation With TE Trey McBride: “We’re On The Warpath To Win” 28:47

24d ago28:47

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Ep. 868 – Cardinals tight end Trey McBride joins Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban to discuss his new four-year contract extension that keeps him signed through the 2029 season. McBride talks about what he was doing when he got the news from his agents, what it’s like to be the NFL’s highest-paid tight end, his future development and the upside of the …

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The Curious Case of Eric Greenspan and Elon Musk’s Tesla Diner. Plus, 5 SoCal restaurants score James Beard noms, Taco Madness’ notable omission, and notes from the Pizza Expo field. 1:10:18

25d ago1:10:18

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Controversy in Hollywood as news breaks that Elon Musk - yes, THAT Elon Musk - has tapped beloved LA chef Eric Greenspan to helm his upcoming Tesla-themed Diner on Santa Monica Blvd. Is Chef Greenspan’s choice to take the job in any way defensible, or is he just another DOGE bag? Father Sal and I dig into the news and the backlash to make sense of …

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Big Red Rage - Immaculate Vibes At Cardinals HQ After Campbell Reunion, McBride Extension 45:49

25d ago45:49

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Ep. 710 - The vibes are immaculate at Cardinals HQ after a week filled with breaking news. On Tuesday, longtime fan-favorite Calais Campbell agreed to terms to return to Arizona for his 18th NFL season. Then on Thursday, Pro Bowl tight end Trey McBride agreed to a four-year extension that ties him to the Cardinals through the 2029 season. Former Ca…

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Ohtani Walkoff, Pacers and Hoosiers Basketball, WYB 1:16:02

25d ago1:16:02

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/3/25 Shohei Ohtani and his incredible Walk Off Home Run have the Dodgers at a perfect 8-0. Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam and Indiana Hoosiers Head Coach Darian DeVries join the show. It's Thursday, which means a What's Your Beef Segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - The Draft Network’s Paige Dimakos: It’s An ‘Earn Your Money Draft’ 39:54

25d ago39:54

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Ep. 867 - Six picks. One in each of the first five rounds. The Cardinals don’t have nearly the draft capital as they did a year ago. Still, GM Monti Ossenfort should be able to find some solid players, starters even despite the lack of a lot of star power in the 2025 NFL Draft. That’s how Paige Dimakos of The Draft Network sized up the draft when s…

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Cardinals Underground - Campbell Return? Mmm, Mmm Good 47:58

26d ago47:58

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Back from the NFL owners meetings - and from the breaking news that came out when he was 35,000 feet in the air on his return - Darren Urban joins Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck to talk about the return of Calais Campbell and what it means for this newly minted defensive line. But that’s just the start of topics, which include the veteran leadership …

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Steph and Jokic Milestones, So Cal Baseball, March Madness, Jets Hockey 57:51

26d ago57:51

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Jim Rome's Daily Jungle 4/2/25 A wild night in the association with career milestones for Steph Curry and Nikola Jokic. So Cal Baseball is the best it's ever been and Jim answers your Ask The Pro's E-Mails and Posts. SI Senior College Writer Pat Forde and Winnipeg Jets Head Coach Scott Arniel join the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…

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La Tacleada Cardinals - Regresa El Rey 34:34

26d ago34:34

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Ep. 137 - Rolando Cantú e Irving Villanueva analizan el regreso de la leyenda Calais Campbell al desierto, también hablan de lo optimista que luce el panorama para esta defensiva Cardenal, la agencia libre trajo muchos cambios y aunque las fichas se siguen moviendo la forma en la que Monti Ossenfort ha hecho su trabajo ha sido muy destacado y aún f…

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Cardinals Cover 2 - No Joke! Calais Campbell Returns To Arizona For 18th NFL Season 24:53

27d ago24:53

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Ep. 866 - It may be April Fools' Day but this is no joke. Defensive lineman Calais Campbell, one of the most popular players in modern Cardinals history, is returning to Arizona on a one-year deal. Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck gather for an impromptu pod to share memories of Calais and forecast what he can mean for the 2025 Cardinals both on and of…

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