Shows
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Head Coach & General Manager Damon WareDamon Ware joins The Nest to talk about the 12-0 Championship Season and looking forward to 2026.2025-07-2255 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Jordan GoochCoach Jordan Gooch joins The Nest talk about his path to the Albany Firebirds and how hard work expanded his role in year two.2025-07-1134 min
Firebirds Weekly2025 AF1 Arena Crown Pre Game ShowJoin us for 180 minutes of wall-to-wall coverage of the Arena Crown Championship Game. The Nashville Kats take on the Albany Firebirds at 1 pm. We will take you to kickoff and will have special AF1 guests, members of the Albany Firebirds and Nashville Kats on the show. The Show will be hosted by The Nest, World of Football and AF1 Fan Zone.
Guests include: Head Coach Damon Ware (Albany) Darren Arbett (Nashville) AF1 Commish Jeff Fisher Andrew Santillo (VICE TV) Denise Secor (Flock Support).
2025-07-012h 23
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Post Game Show: Zeke RoseZeke Rose joins The Nest to recap the Albany Firebirds Semi-Final Win vs. the Salina Liberty to advance the AF1 Championship.2025-06-2233 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Head Coach and General Manager Damon WareHead Coach and General Manager joins The Nest to talk AF1 playoffs.2025-06-201h 06
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Post Game Show: Kyle ChandlerDefensive Back Kyle Chandler joins The Nest Post Game Show to discucss Albany's 98-12 win over the Washington Wolfpack to finish the season 10-0. 2025-06-1633 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Sean Brown & Desmond MaxwellAlbany Firebirds offensive lineman Sean Brown and fullback Desmond Maxwell join the show to talk about thier football lives. 2025-06-1055 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Dustin Alameda Royal RetrosDustin Alameda owner of Royal Retros joined the show to talk about the start of Royal Retros and his love of sports.
2025-06-0330 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Arthur Hobbs & Brandon SesayAlbany Firebirds Defensive Backs Coach Arthur Hobbs joins The Nest to talk about his path in football including time with the San Diego Chargers. We are also have Albany Firebirds Defensive Coordinator Brandon Sesay to talk about the season so far and the teams 9-0 start.2025-05-2854 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Andrew SantilloAlbany Firebirds play by play man Andrew Santillo joins The Nest to talk about his career path. 2025-05-2020 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Isiah Scott & Marquel WadeAlbany Firebirds Wide Recievers Isiah Scott and Marquel Wade joins The Nest to talk about thier path to Albany as well as a recap on the season to date.2025-05-2025 min
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Postgame Show: Trevon ShortsWe breakdown the 71-55 win for the Albany Firebirds over the Nashville Kats, we are joined by linebacker and fullback Trevon Shorts.2025-05-1131 min
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Pregame Show: Gary ComptonThe Nest Previews the Nashville Kats and the Albany Firebirds game kicking off at 7 pm with Gary Compton AF1 Director of Football Operations.2025-05-1112 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Colby Byrd and Josh ZacherAlbany Firebirds offensive lineman Colby Byrd and Josh Zacher join The Nest to talk about thier football paths. 2025-05-0648 min
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Postgame Show: Isiah ScottIsiah Scott joins The Nest Post Game Show to talk about Albany's thrilling OT win over the Salina Liberty.2025-05-0622 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Zeke Rose & Robert McCoy Jr.Albany Firebirds defensive lineman Zeke Rose and Quarterback Robert McCoy Jr, join the Nest to talk about their football careers. Zeke and Robert describes what being a Albany Firebird means to them. 2025-04-2928 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Isaiah HardyIsaiah Hardy offensive lineman for the Albany Firebirds joins the show to talk about his path to Albany. From New Jersey to West Virgina to San Antonio and a few more stops along the way. 2025-04-2128 min
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Post Game Show: Mike LeeAlbany Firebirds Defensive Back Mike Lee joins the show to talk about the 62-24 victory over the Billings Outlaws2025-04-1716 min
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Pregame Show: Jeff Fisher and Steve TitusAF1 Commissioner Jeff Fisher and Billings Outlaws Owner Steve Titus joins The Nest to talk about the big matchup between Albany and Billings2025-04-1716 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Derrick "Bones" JonesDerrick "Bones" Jones joins The Nest to talk his path in professional football. Starting at Ole Miss and what it was like to be drarted in the 2017 NFL Draft in the 6th round by the New Yorks Jets.2025-04-1721 min
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Pregame Show Albany @ SalinaAdam and Chris are joined by Off The Wall Podcast to preview the Albany vs Salina Liberty. The guys breakdown the keys of the game. 2025-04-1226 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Darien Townsend & Sam CastronovaDarien Townsend and Sam Castronova joins The Nest to talk about their football lives, discuss successes and challenges on their way to the Albany Firebirds2025-04-1229 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Week One PreviewAdam and Chris are LIVE! From the Albany Firebirds Watch Party at The Recovery Sports Grill in Albany to preview the Kats game in Nashville.2025-04-1220 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Harold LoveDefensive Harlove joins The Nest talk about his football journey that has taken him all over the country including a landing with the Seatle Seahawks. 2025-04-1232 min
Firebirds WeeklyThe Nest Postgame Show Albany @ NashvilleAdam and Chris breakdown the big 78-20 win for Albany over Southwest Kansas. Duane Brown joins the show to talk about his four touchdown debut. 2025-04-1220 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Jamall Hickbottom & Henry NellJamall Hickbottom and Henry Nell stopped by The Nest to tell their footballstory. Both are away from home, Jamallfrom Alabama and Henry from South Africa. As different as they may appearthey are one of the same as Albany Firebirds2025-04-1256 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Jake LeBreeJake LeBree, CEO of the Albany Firebirds, joins The Nest toshare insights into his career path, the influence of football on hisprofessional development, and the organization's upcoming promotions, includingthe MVP package, in anticipation of the March 21 kickoff.2025-04-1234 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Jeff LevackAlbany Firebirds President Jeff Levack joins the show todiscuss how fans can access every game, highlighting the growing excitement forarena football's kickoff. Topics include uniform design, travel arrangements,and unique community support for players, as well as block parties, playerretention in Albany, and his daily responsibilities as president.2025-04-121h 03
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Brian RhatiganBrian Rhatigan joins The Nest to talk about his position as In-Game Host for the Albany Firebirds, reflecting on how sports have shaped hislife and his appreciation for the chance to do what he loves.2025-04-1231 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Grace GiontaGrace Gionta, Firebirds Flames, joins the show to discussher experiences in cheerleading, the opportunities it has presented, and herjourney to becoming a coach.2025-04-1231 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Stephen LownsburyStephen Lownsbury joins the show, to talk about his love forthe Albany Firebirds and his dedication to the team. Stephen is one of the founding members of the Flock Support earning the nickname “Father Flocker”. Stephen explains how it got startedand what they do for the players.2025-04-1227 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Damon WareDamon Ware, Head Coach and General Manager of the AlbanyFirebirds, provides insight into his coaching background, ambitions forcreating a coaching legacy, his experience with the Bill Walsh Fellowship, histime with the Saints, managing training camp workload, overseeing businessaspects, and acknowledging the overwhelming support of the Albany fans.2025-04-121h 05
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: DJ WaldenDJ Walden joins The Nest, where he shares lessons learnedfrom overcoming adversity in football and adapting to navigate the pandemic,highlighting the importance of being versatile on the field and embracing newroles in pursuit of goals.2025-04-1226 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Marquel WadeMarquel Wade joins the show to discuss his journey toAlbany, including a stop in Arkansas, his experiences playing in other cities,what makes Albany unique, and his enthusiasm for playing under Coach Ware andthe Firebirds, as well as his thoughts on an overdue championship coming to thecapital district.2025-04-1225 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Gary ComptonGary Compton, Director of Football Operations, visits toprovide an in-depth examination of the AF1's inner workings, shedding light onboth short-term and long-term objectives while emphasizing transparency andstructure, discussing playoff plans and laying the groundwork for thechampionship game.2025-04-1238 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Shawn LockettShawn Lockett stops by The Nest to share his footballbackground, stressing the impact of meaningful relationships, diligent effort,and Albany's football enthusiasm, as well as turning criticism intoopportunities.2025-04-1135 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Trevon ShortsTrevon Shorts joins The Nest to recount his footballexperiences, from his roots in Maryland to his arrival in Albany, and conveyshis fondness for arena football and the loyal supporters of the AlbanyFirebirds.2025-04-1138 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: DJ WaldenDJ Walden stops by The Nest to talk about his football journey and what it means to be an Albany Firebird.2025-01-2926 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Nick Vennard & Ben NelsonNick Vannard, Director of Game Day Operations and CommunityRelations, joins the show to outline his daily responsibilities, the creativeinspiration for in-game entertainment, and the significant time and effortinvested in the game script. Ben Nelson shares his background in professionalsports, his role with the Albany Firebirds, and the importance of what hebrings to the table.2025-01-2940 min
Firebirds WeeklyFirebirds Weekly: Brandon SesayBrandon Sesay, Defensive Coordinator for the AlbanyFirebirds, joins The Nest to discuss his professional journey. What role doesdirection and transparency play in his success? How did his basketballbackground influence his football career? What importance does he place onexcelling in small tasks?2025-01-2932 min