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Cautious CoffeeUnmasking AnxietyNavigating our mental wellness takes work – and it’s increasingly difficult to do it on our own. On this week’s episode of Cautious Coffee, DeRae and Austin are joined by Jeremy Paxton, a licensed professional counselor, and delve into the intricacies of mental health, anxiety, and the impact of traumatic experiences.The conversation stems from a recent anxiety attack experienced by Austin in which he initially interpreted as a potential heart attack. This incident leads to a broader conversation about the importance of mental health awareness and seeking professional help. They discuss the significance of understanding and ac...2024-02-0741 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 143: Previewing the ALCS between Houston and BostonThe ALCS is here! The Chron’s Hunter Atkins joins Austin on the phone line to breakdown this historic series between the Astros and Red Sox. How historic is it? This is the first postseason series since World War II that features to teams that won more than 103 regular season games.
The guys discuss the key matchups on the mound and why the Astros’ hitters will work to extend at-bats in order to jump into a Boston bullpen that has played “Naked and Afraid” this postseason. Then, Hunter offers his take that David Price is “teetering on the edge of a sunk cos...2018-10-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 142: NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti; Astros-Red Sox set for ALCSThe NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti makes her return to the podcast to discuss the wild NFL season. With overtime games on a weekly basis and concern over NFL rule changes, has this season lived up to the hype? Then, Taylor discusses her surprise teams, rookies that have impressed, and the top young QBs in the game.
The show opens as Austin discusses the Astros’ sweep of the Indians and a brief preview of the ALCS against the Red Sox.2018-10-1000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 141: Chron’s Hunter Atkins and SportsRadio 610’s Derek Fogel preview the MLB postseasonThe Braintrust, Hunter Atkins and Derek Fogel, join Austin Staton on The Weekly Brew for the annual MLB postseason preview. The guys discuss the extra-inning thriller between the Rockies and Cubs that opened the postseason and the initial implications that the game has on the playoffs — over managing and MLB replays.
Then, the guys discuss the local series as the defending World Series champs open the playoffs at home against the Cleveland Indians. With the teams nearly mirroring each other strength for strength, what will be the difference maker? Who will make the bullpen cut on the roster, and how wi...2018-10-0400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 140: Chron’s Hunter Atkins on the Astros’ Pennant Race; NFL Highlights; SCOTUSHunter Atkins makes his return to the podcast to discuss the Astros pursuit of a second-straight AL West Crown. Entering the final week of the season with a all-but-certain playoff date with the Indians on the horizon, Hunter and Austin discuss the x-factors heading into postseason play. Will the offense find consistency in the playoffs? Will Keuchel’s early-inning struggles continue? How will the postseason roster shape up, and will Josh James have an impact in October?
The show opens with a recap of Week 3 of the NFL season and the Texans’ 0-3 start, and the latest news on SCOTUS.
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The Weekly BrewEp. 139: Texans struggle out of the gates; Astros locking in on OctoberAustin and Jeremy are joined alongside fantasy football expert Jordan Wathen as the guys breakdown the NFL season to date, and the struggles out of the gate by the Houston Texans. Historically, only 12.1 percent of teams that begin the season 0-2 make the playoffs. Can the Texans buck the trend in the now-competitive AFC South?
Then, the guys discuss the hunt for October as the Astros close in on their second-straight AL West Crown. The show closes as insane news breaks of the retirement of Bills CB Vontae Davis retiring at halftime on Sunday.
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The Weekly BrewEp. 138: College Football Week 1 recap; NFL Preview; Colin Kaepernick and NIKEAfter a summer vacation, Austin and Jeremy are back to breakdown the first week of college football action including the major upsets and storylines that dominated the start of the season.
Then, ahead of week one of the NFL season, the guys make their Super Bowl picks before diving into the latest controversy surrounding Colin Kaepernick and NIKE — will the continuation of bridging politics and sports hurt the footwear giant?
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The Weekly BrewEp. 137: The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan on the Astros; LeBron to LA; SCOTUSThe Athletic’s Jake Kaplan joins the podcast to discuss the first half of the season for the Astros. Will the organization make a move at the trade deadline? Can Keuchel regain his form in the second half? How do the Astros stack up in the AL race? Kaplan discusses all of this and more in a live recording at Baileson Brewery.
The show opens as Austin and Jeremy dissect LeBron to the Lakers and the implications of Anthony Kennedy’s resignation from the U.S. Supreme Court.2018-07-0200 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 136: Trump meets Kim Jong-un; Astros 11-game streak; The best week in sportsJeremy returns to the podcast to discuss his recent engagement before he dives into a conversation with Austin on the recent summit between President Trump and Kim Jong-un in Singapore. Then, the duo discusses the Astros 11-game winning streak including the offensive outburst led by DH Evan Gattis.
The show wraps by dissecting the best week in sports including thoughts on the World Cup, Landon Donovan, and the U.S. Open.2018-06-1800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 135: On the road with Hunter Atkins — Astros, NBA Free Agency and Jeremy gets engagedHunter was on the road this past weekend covering the Astros four-game sweep of the Rangers. The guys discuss the offensive outburst and whether or not Dallas Keuchel’s struggles on the mound can be corrected. Also, Hunter offers insights into the new approach in the backend of the bullpen and why Astros hitters tend to struggle at Minute Maid Park.
Then, the duo ponders free agent landing spots for LeBron James before closing the show by offering marriage advice and bachelor party advise to the newly engaged co-host, Jeremy Paxton.2018-06-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 134: Recapping the Rockets v. Warriors; NBA Finals Preview; Marriage Advice from Ben DuBoseBen DuBose joins Austin Staton and Hunter Atkins to recap the seven-game series between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors. Will the Rockets make moves during the offseason to bolster their rotation? Is LeBron James a legitimate target to land in Houston? The trio discuss this and more while previewing the NBA Finals that begin on Thursday night in the Bay Area.2018-05-3100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 133: Rockets-Warriors update; Astros streaking; Reaction to Santa Fe HS shootingAustin and Hunter sit down after the Rockets 41-point loss to Golden State on Sunday to offer their analysis on the series and whether or not Rockets fans should be concerned heading into game four on Tuesday night.
Then, the guys discuss the Astros series win against the Indians, the historic start for the pitching staff, and the ongoing question marks surrounding Houston’s offense.
The episode closes by reflecting on the tragedy at Santa Fe HS — just 29 miles away from the studio — that took the lives of 10 innocent lives. Hunter also offers his insights into covering Santa Fe’s playoff...2018-05-2100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 132: Previewing the Rockets-Warriors w/ Ben DuBose and Hunter AtkinsThe Houston Rockets are set to square off against the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference Finals. SportsTalk790’s Ben DuBose joins Austin and Hunter to preview the series that NBA fans have been waiting for all season.
The trio outlines expectations for game one of the series and which team has the mental edge as both squads have undertaken mental warfare leading up to the series. Then, the guys discuss matchup expectations for Draymond Green, Steph Curry, Clint Capela, and why this series bodes well for James Harden and his legacy in Houston.2018-05-1400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 131: Dan Crenshaw, a former Navy SEAL, discusses his campaign for U.S. CongressDan Crenshaw, Lieutenant Commander (Ret), is a former Navy SEAL running for Texas CD-2, and joins The Weekly Brew to discuss his campaign and the massive runoff election on Tuesday, May 22.
Crenshaw, who served five deployments overseas, shares his life-changing story after he was hit by an IED blast in 2012 during a mission in Afghanistan. The interview then dives into his campaign platform which focuses on national security, foreign policy, flood control in Houston, the second amendment, and whether or not his experience as a veteran could be a difference maker in Congress.
For our listeners who might not be...2018-05-0700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 130: Magic + Mayhem with Ben Jackson; Barbara Bush + Avicii remembered; Astros streakingBen Jackson is international award-winning magician who has been featured on NBC's TODAY alongside David Copperfield, and has consulted for the Hollywood film Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, staring Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Ben joins The Weekly Brew to breakdown his career, his influences, and his Magic, Music & Mayhem show at Houston’s La Colombe d'Or, one of the world's smallest luxury hotels.
The show opens as Austin and Jeremy discuss the legacy of Barbara Bush, who passed away last week at the age of 28, and the death of Swedish musician, Avicii. The guys then pivot to discuss the streaking Ast...2018-04-2300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 129: The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan on the Astros + NBA PlayoffsJake Kaplan is no stranger to the podcast and has covered the Houston Astros for the past season. However, in 2018, Kaplan has a new affiliate — The Athletic.
Kaplan sits down with the podcast to discuss the new journalistic platform that should excite Astros fans, breaks down the first few of the 2018 season, and why the pitching staff is locked and loaded with Verlander and Cole on the hill. Kaplan closes out the interview with a few nuggets featuring Spring Training with Hunter Atkins, and even makes a friendly NBA Playoffs wager.2018-04-1700 min
The Weekly BrewBONUS EPISODE: ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy previews the 2018 NBA PlayoffsFormer NBA head coach and current NBA analyst Jeff Van Gundy joins The Weekly Brew to preview the 2018 NBA Playoffs.
Van Gundy opens the interview (2:08) by giving Austin and Hunter his pick for the NBA MVP, then reacts to the Rockets 65-win campaign (2:39). As Houston opens their playoff run on Sunday night, JVG breaks down whether or not the Wolves are equipped to push the Rockets during their first round series (3:52), and then forecasts a potential western conference finals showdown between the Warriors and Rockets (5:45).
Looking more broadly at the postseason (8:59), JVG analyzes the most compelling storylines of the playoffs...2018-04-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 128: @LockedOnRockets’ Ben DuBose talks NBA playoffs and postseason scenarios for Clutch CityBen DuBose, who covers the Rockets for Locked On Rockets and SportsTalk 790, joins the show to discuss the NBA Playoffs and the potential first round matchups for the Houston Rockets. Is there a team that could give Houston fits in the first round? Are the Thunder equipped for the postseason? Will Steph Curry’s injury give the Rockets an edge in a potential Western Conference showdown?2018-04-1000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 127: Chron’s John McClain talks Astros and Rockets; Facebook + Amazon woesThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain, The General, has covered the NFL for more than 40 years and is no stranger to The Weekly Brew. However, in this episode, McClain joins the podcast to discuss the Golden Era of Houston sports with a heavy focus on the Astros and the Rockets.
McClain expresses his excitement for the Astros’ defense of the World Series crown, the exciting talent on the roster, and the changes of baseball in a data-driven era. The General then opines on James Harden and the Rockets, and why they’re the favorites to bring home their third NBA title...2018-04-0300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 126: NFLPA President Eric Winston addresses the state of the NFL; Astros + RocketsEric Winston is a 12-year NFL veteran and was just elected to his third term as the president of the NFL Players Association earlier this month. Winston joins The Weekly Brew to discuss the state of the NFL, player safety, the CBA and guaranteed contracts, the NFLPA’s study on the potential use of marijuana as a pain management tool for players, and his plans for the 2018 season. Winston also discusses the cloud surrounding Texans owner Bob McNair and whether his questionable remarks could impact player personnel for the Texans in 2018 and beyond.
The show opens with Austin, Hunter and Je...2018-03-2600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 125: Hunter returns from Florida to offer insights on the Astros; Golden Era of Houston SportsHunter Atkins is back in Houston and joins Austin Staton to share his first-hand insights from covering the Houston Astros in West Palm Beach, Florida. What are the biggest areas of need for the defending champs, and is the club built for longterm success, or a year of complacency?
The show opens as Austin discusses Jose Altuve’s $151 million contract extension with the Astros, the Rockets push toward the postseason, and the Texans acquiring all-Pro safety, Tyrann Mathieu.2018-03-2000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 124: Astros spring training prospectus, the starting rotation, and bullpen concernsHunter joins Austin to breakdown the Astros through week one of spring training in Florida. What can the club expect from a full season of Justin Verlander at the top of the rotation, and how will he mentor the younger pitchers on the staff? Also, Hunter discusses Gerrit Cole’s debut in an Astros uniform and why his cerebral approach on the mound might pay dividends for the organization in 2018.2018-02-2600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 123: NBA analyst Ben DuBose talks the Rockets' title hopes; PyeongChang 2018; Trump and RussiaWe’re not going to lie — our podcast has a sick travel addiction so we’ve been on hiatus for a few weeks. Fear not, we’re back.
While Hunter Atkins is away covering the Astros in West Palm Beach, Florida, Austin and Jeremy begin the show by discussing the 2018 Winter Games and the scandals that have rocked the IOC. Are the games a success? Has the media covered Russia and North Korea correctly? Then, the guys discuss the Mueller indictments and what it means going forward for the United States.
Then, Ben DuBose, who covers the Rockets for Locked On Rocke...2018-02-2000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 122: Jake Kaplan + Derek Fogel on the Gerrit Cole acquisition; Rockets “melee” in LAHunter Atkins takes over a bonus episode of The Weekly Brew podcast and is joined by two of the best baseball minds in Houston — Jake Kaplan and Derek Fogel — to discuss the Astros acquisition of RHP Gerrit Cole.
Then, the guys briefly discuss the NFL playoffs before diving into Monday’s scuffle between the Rockets and Clippers. Is this the new rivalry that the NBA needs? How will it impact the Rockets heading into the stretch run for the postseason? Also, Clippers coach Doc Rivers stops by for his analysis on what happened inside the Staples Center Monday night.2018-01-1700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 121: Chron’s Jenny Dial Creech on the Rockets; Yay! Go, Sports! on the greatest NFL RBThe Chron’s Jenny Dial Creech joins the The Weekly Brew to breakdown the Houston Rockets as the franchise nears the All-Star break with injury woes posing cause for concern. Creech offers her insight on the signing of lights-out shooter Gerald Green, James Harden’s hamstring, and whether or not the Rockets have the answers needed to compete with the Warriors in the Western Conference. Then, Creech discusses the recent hiring of Kendal Briles at U of H and what kind of message it sends to alumni and the fanbase.
In a special segment this week, Luke Brawner and Nathan Scha...2018-01-1500 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 120: The Atlantic’s David Graham on Trump v. Bannon; Rockets defensive woes; Art BrilesThe Atlantic’s David Graham joins Austin and Jeremy to discuss Michael Wolff’s “Fire and Fury,” which profiles the Trump administration, and the schism between Donald Trump and his former chief strategist, Steve Bannon. Graham also offers his analysis on the reception from the American electorate on the latest tax legislation and foreign policy issues that could impact the U.S. in 2018.
To open the show, Hunter makes his triumphant return to breakdown the defensive woes facing the Houston Rockets as they’ve dropped seven of their last nine games, and what the team needs to do in order to contend...2018-01-0800 min
The Weekly BrewBONUS EPISODE: Previewing the NFL Wild Card Weekend with the NFL Network’s Taylor BisciottiThe NFL Wild Card Weekend is here and the NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti joins The Weekly Brew to break down the big games of the weekend.
How do the Titans stack up against the Chiefs? Will Todd Gurley and the dynamic Rams offense handle the Falcons with ease? Is Blake Bortles the new Joe Flacco? Can Drew Brees and the Saints knock off the Panthers for the third time this season?
Bisciotti also offers her analysis on the NFL head coaching vacancies and reflects on her Rose Bowl experience as Georgia won an overtime thriller against Baker Mayfield and Ok...2018-01-0500 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 119: Amateurism in College Athletics; The Bitcoin and Crypto CrazeThe college football bowl season is here and conferences and schools are projected to collectively take home more than $600 million in revenue. Should student-athletes receive a cut?
Chris Yandle, who spent more than a decade working in collegiate athletics, and is currently enrolled in a PhD program at Mercer, joins the podcast to discuss amateurism in college athletics. Are student-athletes treated as property? Should student-athletes be allowed to capitalize on their own personal image? Is reform coming in the way the NCAA does business? Yandle offers his insight in a thought-provoking discussion.
Then, Thomas Manning, CEO of Crypto Bay Holdings...2017-12-1800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 118: SI’s Lee Jenkins on the Rockets, 2017 season, LeBron’s future; The Roommates HTXLee Jenkins is a senior NBA writer at Sports Illustrated and joins Austin and Hunter to breakdown the first two months of the NBA season. Are the Rockets the team to beat? Is LeBron James heading to Los Angeles during free agency? Will Lonzo Ball make an impact in the league? Jenkins offers his expert analysis and also discusses the major NBA storylines this season.
Then, Hafeez and Chris from The Roommates Podcast join Austin and Jeremy for a wide-ranging discussion on Baker Mayfield, LaVar Ball, SI’s 2017 Sportsperson of the Year, Russia and the 2018 Winter Games, and the United St...2017-12-1100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 117: Matt Lauer’s fall from grace; College Football Playoff; Luke Brawner’s podcast empireAfter a two week hiatus, The Weekly Brew’s jet-setting co-hosts return to breakdown the sexual assault scandals that have shaken the nation in recent weeks. How will this impact The Hill and how the national news is covered? Austin and Jeremy discuss. Then, the guys discuss the College Football Playoff, make their predictions, and evaluate the ongoing coaching carousel.
Houston podcast icon Luke Brawner is this week’s guest and joins the show to discuss his latest venture, Yay! Go, Sports!, and what listeners can look forward to on the Milieu Media Group as we head into 2018.2017-12-0400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 116: The NFL w/ Taylor Bisciotti; Rockets, Texans and the gun control debateWith the World Series behind us, Austin, Jeremy and Hunter discuss the struggling Texans, the CFB playoff picture and the hot start by the Houston Rockets. Then, the guys have a candid conversation on the recent mass shootings in the United States and what, if anything, can be done to limit such atrocities in the future.
Then, the NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti joins the show to breakdown the NFL playoff picture, Andrew Luck’s injury woes, and the national conversation that has impacted the NFL this season.
Editor’s Note: Austin joined our friends at The Roommates Podcast this week t...2017-11-1500 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 115: Astros are World Series Champions; Deshaun Watson's ACL; Colin Kaepernick as a TexanThe Houston Astros won game seven of the World Series over the Los Angeles Dodgers to bring the City of Houston its first World Series title. Austin, Hunter, Derek and Jeremy recap the dramatic series, what a title means for the city following Hurricane Harvey, and whether or not the Astros are tabbed as favorites heading into the 2018 season.
Also, the guys breakdown the Texans 20-14 loss against the Colts in their first outing without all-Rookie QB Deshaun Watson. Can the Texans still salvage their season? Is Colin Kaepernick a viable option behind center?
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The Weekly BrewEp. 114: ESPN's Tim Kurkjian joins to discuss the World SeriesTim Kurkjian is a Major League Baseball analyst on ESPN's Baseball Tonight and SportsCenter, and joins The Weekly Brew to discuss the epic World Series between the Astros and Dodgers.
Kurkjian breaks down the series to date and what fans can expect in game five and beyond. Also, Kurkjian offers his thoughts on bat flips in the postseason, the heroic efforts of Cody Bellinger and George Springer, Ken Giles’ struggles and more.2017-10-2900 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 113: Astros drop the Yankees, head to LA; Lance Berkman breaks down the Fall ClassicThe Astros clinched the AL Pennant on Saturday night with a 4-0 win over the New York Yankees, and Houston will now travel to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers in the Fall Classic. Back by popular demand, Astros legend and 15-year MLB veteran Lance Berkman joins The Weekly Brew to recap the ALCS, provide insight into the World Series, and offers his thoughts on why this “could be the opening of a dynastic-type window” for the Houston Astros.
Then, Austin and Jeremy record the outro segment from Kirby Ice House in Houston and discuss the impact of the Worl...2017-10-2300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 112: MLB vet Lance Berkman previews the ALCS; NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti + Scott HansonThe Houston Astros are set to square off against the New York Yankees in the ALCS. Astros legend and 15-year MLB veteran Lance Berkman joins The Weekly Brew's Austin Staton and Hunter Atkins to break it all down. Berkman discusses AJ Hinch’s handling of the postseason roster, how the depth of the starting rotation will impact the series, and how important homefield advantage is in the postseason. Also, Lance discusses the challenges of switch hitting in the postseason, his World Series run with the Cardinals, the pitching prowess of Andy Pettitte, and Rice head coach Wayne Graham.
Then, the NF...2017-10-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 111: Astros advance to the ALCS; Mike Pence, JJ Watt and a wild NFL weekendThe Houston Astros knocked off the Boston Red Sox, 5-4, Monday afternoon to advance to the ALCS. Hunter Atkins is the host for the episode and is joined by Austin Staton and CBS Sports’ Derek Fogel to break down all of the action in another roundtable discussion. The guys discuss the use of Justin Verlander out of the bullpen, Alex Bregman’s game-tying homerun, scouting reports and a preview of a potential ALCS showdown with the Cleveland Indians.
Then, Jeremy Paxton joins the show to discuss Mike Pence’s political stunt to steal the spotlight in week five of the NFL se...2017-10-1000 min
The Weekly BrewAstros-Red Sox Preview: Chron's Jake Kaplan + NBCS Boston's Evan Drellich; Roundtable DiscussionOctober baseball is upon us and the Houston Astros are set to square off against the Boston Red Sox in a five-game series beginning Thursday at Minute Maid Park. The Houston Chronicle’s Jake Kaplan and NBC Sports Boston’s Evan Drellich join The Weekly Brew to offer their insight and analysis, and what fans should be looking for heading into the ALDS.
Then, Austin Staton is joined by the Chron’s Hunter Atkins, CBS Sports’ Derek Fogel, and Jeremy Paxton (sort of) for a lively roundtable discussion on the series. You won’t want to miss this.2017-10-0500 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 110: Don Willett heads to the 5th Circuit; NFL and CFB recapWhat a week it was for sports fan in the city of Houston. The Texans have their QB after a record-breaking performance and a 57-14 beatdown against the team from Tennessee, and the Astros are primed for an ALDS showdown against the Boston Red Sox. Austin and Jeremy break it all down and dive into some analysis from week five of the college football season. Also, Jeremy offers his hot take on a way to pay college football players and reduce concussions in the NFL. Will it work? Austin is skeptical.2017-10-0300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 109: Justice Don Willett; Sports Illustrated + MMQB’s Tim Rohan; Taylor’s Top TakeawaysTexas Supreme Court Justice Don Willett (audio at 24:39) headlines this week’s show as he discusses his career as one of the most respected legal minds in the United States, his ties to Antonin Scalia’s vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court, and more. Willett also offers commentary on his wildly popular social media presence and Baylor’s rebuilding job under Matt Rhule.
Next, Sports Illustrated’s Tim Rohan (audio at 44:25) joins Hunter and Austin to discuss his MMQB story in which he documents his experience wearing a Colin Kaepernick jersey to a Bills-Jets game in Week 1. Rohan also opines o...2017-09-1800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 108: College Football Recap; NFL Network's Taylor Bisciotti's Top TakeawaysThe College Football season is in week two and the Baylor Bears are off to an 0-2 start. Austin and Jeremy analyze what has gone wrong for first-year head coach Matt Rhule, whether the team can rebound this season, and why fans in Waco should stop clamoring for Art Briles.
Then, Taylor Bisciotti from the NFL Network joins Austin to debut her new segment on the show called Taylor’s Top Takeaways. This week, Taylor discusses her biggest surprises from week one of the NFL season, teams that impressed, and why Texans fans should step back from the ledge following an...2017-09-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 107: Texans preview with John McClain; Hurricane Harvey relief; Justin VerlanderThe Houston Chronicle’s John McClain joins The Weekly Brew to preview the 2017 Texans as they franchise prepares for their week one showdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars. McClain opines on JJ Watt’s fundraising efforts for Hurricane Harvey victims, Tom Savage leading the offense, offensive line depth with Duane Brown’s holdout, and the race for the AFC South.
Hunter Atkins then channels his Stone Cold Steve Austin personality and takes over the podcast to discuss the Houston Astros acquisition of Justin Verlander. Hunter and Austin then talk about the Astros’ push for the postseason, the return of Carlos Correa, and the...2017-09-0400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 106: Hurricane Harvey dumps historic rain on Houston; CFB preview w/ Stewart MandelThe City of Houston is currently experiencing catastrophic flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. While Austin safely fled to Dallas on Friday night, Jeremy and Hunter are still in Houston and dial in to provide updates on a storm that has crippled the nation’s fourth largest city.
To provide some relief from the storm, Stewart Mandel, editor-in-chief of The All-American, previews the college football season as we prepare for a full slate of games during the Labor Day Weekend. Mandel has been a national college football writer for 18 years with Sports Illustrated and Fox Sports, and offers his th...2017-08-2800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 105: Trump + North Korea; Astros Slumping; Terror in CharlottesvilleAustin and Jeremy open the show by discussing the war of words between The White House and the North Korea, and what it means for regional stability for the U.S. and its allies. Then, the guys talk key surprises during preseason football and celebrate that college football is just two weeks away.
Hunter and Derek then join Austin in studio to analyze the faltering Astros and whether or not they can regain their composure and winning ways heading into the postseason. Derek also offers his expert analysis on the mental and physical strain of the bullpen, and why they...2017-08-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 104: ESPN Radio’s David Smoak on Baylor + Cowboys; Weekly HeadlinesAustin and Jeremy open the show by discussing Hunter’s phenomenal work in the Houston Chronicle that profiles the woman who sleeps across from Minute Maid Park. Then, the guys break down the Amway Coaches Poll, the hypocrisy of the NCAA’s YouTube ban for UCF’s Donald De La Haye, and another tumultuous week at The White House.
Then, David Smoak of ESPN Central Texas joins Austin to discuss the mood in Waco heading into fall camp, expectations for the football program, Rico Gathers’ chances to make the Cowboys’ 53-man roster, and Ezekiel Elliott’s off-the-field issues.
The guys close the sh...2017-08-0600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 103: Lance McCullers, Astros struggle in Detroit; MLB trade deadline speculation; Bagwell HOFHunter Atkins joins Austin Staton from Detroit to discuss the Astros recent road trip, Lance McCullers’ struggles since the All-Star break, trade deadline speculation and Jeff Bagwell’s induction into the MLB Hall of Fame.
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The Weekly BrewEp. 102: SI’s Richard Deitsch on sports + politics; Sean Pendergast in studioRichard Deitsch is a writer and editor for Sports Illustrated, and the host of the SI Media Podcast. He joins The Weekly Brew to discuss Chechnya’s Ramzan Kadyrov’s use of MMA to spread his political message, the media’s coverage of Mayweather vs. McGregor, the future of sports media, and FS1’s tumultuous start.
Then, SportsRadio 610’s Sean Pendergast stops by the studio to talk the Rockets pursuit of Carmelo Anthony and Les Alexander’s decision to put the franchise up for sale. With NFL training camp just a few weeks away, Pendergast diagnosis the major storylines that fans of the...2017-07-2400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 101: Chron’s Jake Kaplan on the Astros; Maximize your travel with TPG’s Julian Mark KheelJake Kaplan, Astros beat reporter for the Houston Chronicle, joins The Weekly Brew to discuss the Astros heading into the second half of the season. Kaplan breaks down expectations for the club as October nears, the health of the rotation, potential postseason matchups and whether or not Houston will make a move ahead of the non-waiver trade deadline to solidify the starting rotation and bullpen.
Julian Mark Kheel, a senior writer for The Points Guy and a former TV producer and director for the WWE, does it all. Kheel joins the podcast to share his thoughts on how our listeners...2017-07-1700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 100: NYT best-selling author Mark Bowden on North Korea; NFL Network’s Taylor BisciottiMark Bowden, author of Black Hawk Down, a national correspondent for The Atlantic and a contributing editor at Vanity Fair, joins Austin and Jeremy to discuss the crisis on the Korean Peninsula, the role that China plays in mitigating a potential conflict with DPRK and more. Bowden also shares insights into the production of his his latest work, Hue 1968: A Turning Point of the American War in Vietnam.
Next, the NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti discusses the major storylines from the NFL offseason, expectations for the Texans and Deshaun Watson, and makes a few key predictions for the 2017 football season.
Ce...2017-07-1000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 99: Astros legend Larry Dierker; NBA Draft/Free Agent recap, Ryan O’Callaghan and GlobetrottersLarry Dierker, former Houston Astros pitcher, manager and broadcaster, joins us in studio this week to talk about the early days of the Astros franchise, promoting the sport of baseball and the success of the current roster and how it stacks up against the best teams he managed. Harlem Globetrotter Corey “Thunder” Law also calls in to discuss the group’s three upcoming Houston shows July 8-9. The guys then break down the NBA Draft, former Patriots/Chiefs tackle Ryan O’Callaghan and the rest of the week’s top stories.2017-06-2600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 98: Miami Heat’s Justise Winslow, S.A. Stars GM Ruth Riley; Amazon/Whole Foods, NBA Draft & moreJustise Winslow makes his second appearance on The Weekly Brew to preview his upcoming St. John’s basketball youth skills camp and talk NBA Draft and the Houston basketball scene. Likely top-five pick De’Aaron Fox was Winslow’s teammate on a Houston Hoops AAU team that featured Justin Jackson and Kelly Oubre, and said that it was apparent even when Fox was a freshman that he was special. San Antonio Stars GM Ruth Riley, a WNBA and NCAA champion, as well as an Olympic gold medalist, joins us to break down her fight to end hunger, and its roots in her...2017-06-1800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 97: Inside Baseball; James Comey after Three Drinks; NBA Finals UpdateDerek Fogel of CBS Sports stops by the studio and joins Austin and Hunter to discuss the latest on Dallas Keuchel and the Astros as the club inches toward the All-Star break. Then, the Brew Crew offers their opinions on the James Comey hearing with Jeremy, who is three Vodka Tonic's deep in Boston but offers cogent takes on the mess in Washington. The show closes as Austin and Hunter provide a recap of game four of the NBA Finals as the Cavs knocked off the Warriors, 137-116, to force a game five in the Bay Area.2017-06-1000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 96: Astros streaking past the AL West; NBA Finals; Top 100 Athletes; London AttacksThe guys welcome back Kevin after a brief stint in the hospital and discuss the Astros historic pace to the 2017 season. The crew then breaks down the NBA Finals, what the Rockets can do to compete in 2017-18, and whether the playoffs have been entertaining. Then, the guys discuss ESPN's list of the most famous athletes on the planet before focusing on the latest terror attacks in the U.K.2017-06-0400 min
The Weekly BrewNBA Finals Preview with Jeff Van GundyAustin and Hunter are joined by former NBA head coach Jeff Van Gundy as they preview the highly-anticipated NBA Finals showdown between the Cavs and Warriors. Van Gundy explains why difficult defensive matchups for the Cavs will force Kevin Love off the floor, how injured Warriors coach Steve Kerr can coach well without being on the floor and that the Cavs can win only if something "unexpected" happens: "When you have LeBron James, you always have a chance."
Also, be sure to check out Hunter's feature as Van Gundy discussed Houston education and his work with Pro-Vision, a charter school...2017-05-3100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 95: Astros update; NBA Finals Preview; Brock Osweiler's game filmIn a special Memorial Day episode, Austin and Hunter are joined by CBS Sports' Derek Fogel and discuss the Astros heading into their weekend series with the Baltimore Orioles. The guys also discuss the highly-anticipated NBA Finals series between the Warriors and Cavs, and why the pressure is all on Golden State. Lastly, the crew breaks down Brock Osweiler's comments that his game film over the last two years speaks for itself. Hint: It does, and it's not good.2017-05-2600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 94: Wall Street Journal's Jason Gay; Dallas Keuchel to the DL; Weekly HeadlinesThe guys breakdown the news of Astros LHP Dallas Keuchel heading to the disabled list for the first time in his career as a result of a pinched nerve in his neck. What does this mean for the Astros, and how does self-reporting injuries in baseball compare to other sports? Austin and Jeremy offer their analysis.
Then, The Wall Street Journal’s Jason Gay joins Kevin Cook to discuss problematic owners, the sports media landscape and whether or not James Harden is the right “cultural fit” for the Houston Rockets. Gay has written for publications including GQ, Rolling Stone, Outside, The Ne...2017-05-2100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 93: UH AD Hunter Yurachek talks #HTownTakeover; RotoWire’s Michael Rathburn talks Astros, MLBHunter Yurachek is the Vice President of Athletics for the University of Houston, and he joins the show to break down his first major hire (Major Applewhite, head football coach), the astounding facilities expansions and upgrades he is overseeing and the overall state of the union for UH Athletics (as well as how he made Tom Herman $1.6m richer before he left for UT). Next, Michael Rathburn (“Rath,” to those of us in the know), of RotoWire, joins us to break down the Astros’ hot start and project their postseason prospects, as well as some possibly and likely trade moves on the...2017-05-1400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 92: Wade Phillips promotes his book, Son of Bum; Luke Brawner of The H explores HoustonWade Phillips, a 40-year NFL coaching veteran, son of legendary Texas coach Bum Phillips, is tied as deeply into the fabric of Houston as any other figure in sports. Phillips, who graduated from the University of Houston, coached for the Houston Oilers during the height of the Luv Ya Blue era, then served as defensive coordinator and interim head coach for the Houston Texans. His new book, Son of Bum: Lessons my Dad Taught me about Football and Life, deals with all of that history and more, and Coach Phillips joins us to delve into the themes and backstory of...2017-05-0700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 91: John McClain talks NFL Draft; The Ringer's Bryan Curtis; Jake Kaplan on the AstrosIf you’re a Houston sports fan, it’s been a massive week of news and headlines and The Weekly Brew has you covered. The Houston Chronicle’s John McClain joins the show to break down the 2017 NFL Draft and the Texans acquisition of Clemson QB Deshaun Watson. Then, Houston Astros beat reporter Jake Kaplan joins Austin and Hunter to discuss the first-place ‘Stros after a 16-9 April to analyze the first month of the season and the outlook for the club moving forward. Of course the biggest national headline this week occurred in Bristol with ESPN cutting nearly 100 jobs. Kevin an...2017-05-0100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 90: Howard Beck talks Rockets, NBA Playoffs; Aaron Hernandez + the week’s top storiesHoward Beck, a 20-year veteran NBA writer with the New York Times and Bleacher Report, joins The Weekly Brew this week to take a look at the NBA Playoffs. Beck tips his hand regarding his MVP ballot and offers a national perspective on the Rockets’ season so far (“Nobody saw this coming… this is one of the more unlikely turnarounds in the last five years.”). Austin, Jeremy and Kevin also break down the week’s top stories, including David Fizdale’s already-legendary ‘take that for data’ rant, Aaron Hernandez’s bizarre prison suicide and others. Give it a listen! And since you’re alrea...2017-04-2400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 89: Jeff Van Gundy talks NBA Playoffs, Rockets; SportsRadio 610's Sean Pendergast in studioJeff Van Gundy, former Rockets head coach and current NBA analyst for ESPN, joins Austin and Kevin to break down the NBA Playoffs and whether or not anyone can beat the Warriors. JVG also weighs in on the MVP race between Harden and Westbrook, and offers his thoughts on the legacy of Yao Ming. Then, Sean Pendergast of SportsRadio 610 joins Austin, Hunter and Jeremy in studio to discuss the Texans, Rockets and Astros.2017-04-1700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 86: Astros Spring Training update; NFL Network’s Taylor BisciottiHouston Chronicle enterprise sports reporter Hunter Atkins joins The Weekly Brew from West Palm Beach, Florida, where he has spent a ‘grueling, awful’ week covering the Astros at Spring Training. Hunter and Austin debate the merits of the Astros’ pitching staff (Lance McCullers is “excellent, nasty, peak McCullers” per Atkins) and break down Yulieski Gurriel’s move to first base (where Jeff Bagwell is trying to “Rosetta Stone” first-base play to him, according to Atkins). Atkins sees some auspicious signs in the spring games, and he breaks it down.
Next, Taylor Bisciotti of the NFL Network joins us in the wake of the mass...2017-03-2000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 85: SI's Lee Jenkins talks James Harden + Rockets; Paul Catalina on Baylor + Tony RomoMarch Madness is here and Austin Staton previews the field, offers advice for those making brackets and makes his final four picks. Flying solo this week, Austin then discusses the Rockets big win over the Cavs and the thrilling weekend for the World Baseball Classic. Paul Catalina from ESPN Central then joins the show to dissect Baylor’s chances in the East Region of the NCAA Tournament and whether or not Tony Romo will play a down for the Texans this season. Kevin then interviews Lee Jenkins, senior NBA writer for Sports Illustrated, and dives into James Harden’s MVP-caliber seas...2017-03-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 84: Jerry Hill talks Matt Rhule, Baylor MBB + More; Hunter Atkins on Rockets + AstrosBaylor Bear Insider Jerry Hill joins Austin and Jeremy to discuss Matt Rhule’s first few months on campus before breaking down the on-court success of Baylor men’s and women’s basketball heading into March Madness. Contributor Hunter Atkins then joins Austin for a full-length discussion on the Rockets playoff push and an early look at the Astros during Spring Training. The show would not be complete without Austin and Jeremy discussing the NFL Combine and John Ross’ blazing 40-yard dash and notable player absences from the marquee event. Then the guys discuss SpaceX and Elon Musk’s bold plans to s...2017-03-0600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 83: Rockets + Lou Williams; Jameis Winston's life advice; Trump and RoryWith Kevin out of pocket this week, Austin and Jeremy speculate on his whereabouts before evaluating the big moves at the NBA trade deadline, including the Rockets’ acquisition of Lou Williams from the Lakers. The guys then discuss Jameis Winston’s comments that girls should be “Silent, Polite, And Gentle” and why Winston shouldn’t be giving life advice to elementary students. The show wraps up with insight into Rory Mcllroy’s golf outing with Trump, MLB rule changes and Tom Herman’s infatuation with pastrami.2017-02-2700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 82: The NBA at the All-Star Break; Tony Romo to Texans? The future of journalismAustin and Kevin are all alone in the studio this week, with Jeremy and Hunter out, and they dive headfirst into a smorgasbord of topics: CBS’ recent NBA all-time top-50 players list; what is going to happen with Tony Romo, and is there any chance he’s a Houston Texan by the time next season rolls around? (Austin says, ‘yeah,’ and Kevin says, ‘no chance’); the brother of North Korea’s Glorious Leader Kim Jong-Un was assassinated by a woman who believed she was competing on a prank show, per The Guardian - Austin has some thoughts on what exactly is taking plac...2017-02-2000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 81: Baylor MBB; NCAA + March Madness; Donald Trump's first month in officeAustin and Jeremy breakdown Baylor's thrashing of TCU and the Bears' prospects heading into March Madness. The guys discuss the Big 12's recent ruling which withholds league profits from Baylor, and Donald Trump's tumultuous first days in office.2017-02-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 80: F*ing Patriots; Chron’s Jake Kaplan, in studio, talking Astros, Cardinals hacking scandalJake Kaplan, Chron’s Astros beat writer, joins us in studio for an in-depth look at the Astros in the last throes of the offseason and some analysis of the Cardinals hacking scandal that has Chris Correa headed to headed to federal prison for 46 months. Not white-collar, resort prison. Federal PMITA prison. The guys, Austin, Kevin and Jeremy, also respond to the Super Bowl, mere moments after those insufferable Patriots pulled off the largest comeback in NFL postseason history to win an unprecedented blah blah blah… F* the Patriots. Seriously. They’re THE worst. Give it a listen.2017-02-0600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 79: The Super Bowl Episode; NFL Network’s Taylor Bisciotti, plus SB prop bets, Brent MusburgerJoin us for The Weekly Brew’s SECOND annual Super Bowl Preview Episode. NFL Network anchor/reporter Taylor Bisciotti calls in to discuss the upcoming championship game right here in Houston. Bisciotti, born in Atlanta and a graduate of the University of Georgia, feels a certain kind of way about the Falcons competing for professional football’s highest honor, and she says that city feels it right alongside her. Austin and Kevin also delve into a wide array of topics, from ridiculous Super Bowl prop bets (including two FIVE-STAR, BET-THE-RANCH LOCKS for the degenerate gamblers in our audience)* to the new...2017-01-3000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 77: New Astros’ PBP voice Todd Kalas; Shehan Jeyarajah of SEC Country; week’s sports headlinesIncoming Astros’ television play-by-play broadcaster Todd Kalas and SEC Country’s Shehan Jeyarajah are guests on this episode of The Weekly Brew, the self-proclaimed ‘Voice of Houston.’ Kalas reflects on some memories of a lifetime in and around baseball, including calling a World Series game with his father, the late, legendary broadcaster Harry Kalas. Kalas also looks forward to the upcoming season for the Astros and assesses just how big this year could be for the club. Jeyarajah is the definition of a college football insider and shares his insight into the recent Clemson/Alabama championship match and Deshaun Watson’s pro foot...2017-01-1600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 76: The guys talk Rockets, Texans, College Football Playoffs, Subpoenas and moreAustin, Jeremy and Kevin delve into a wide range of topics, including what shot, if any, the Texans have of beating the New England Patriots, whether Brock Osweiler has redeemed himself and whether the Texans’ season can ultimately be considered a success. The Rockets are a sexy 29-9 as of this recording, Eric Gordon is a virtual lock for Sixth Man of the Year, and James Harden is one of two primary MVP candidates. How far can they go? Is Joe Buck the sexiest man in sports? The guys tackle the big questions this week, so don’t miss it.2017-01-0800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 75: Rockets GM Daryl Morey; the Texans, Rockets, NBA MVP race and the College Football PlayoffsDaryl Morey, General Manager of the Houston Rockets, calls in to discuss James Harden’s hot start to the season and how much value the organization places upon his production (spoiler: it’s an asymptotic function). What would be a successful season for the organization when all is said and done? Is Daryl Morey really helping to create a musical (spoiler: yes, he actually is, and it’s amazing)? Kevin and Austin also delve into the NBA MVP race - a two-man race between Harden and Westbrook at the moment - and the Texans and the disappointing slate of semifinal Colleg...2017-01-0200 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 74: Paul Gallant of SportsRadio 610 talks Texans, Rogue One; The guys talk NBA, College FootballPaul Gallant, host of SportsRadio610’s Gallant at Night, joins the show to talk Houston Texans. The Texans are the AFC South champions for the second consecutive year, but what is the team’s ceiling with Tom Savage under center? Has the ascendancy of Savage re-energized a depleted, worn-down fan base in Houston? Was Rogue One any good? Reasonable minds may differ, but Gallant shares some strong takes with Austin and Kevin. The guys also talk College Football Playoffs, Rockets and the NBA Hall of Fame, which features two Houston figures - Rudy Tomjanovich and Tracy McGrady - up for elec...2016-12-2600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 73: Austin and Kevin talk Major Applewhite, Joe Mixon, Craig Sager and the new NBA CBAAustin and Kevin tackle some of the week’s biggest stories including the promotion of Major Applewhite to University of Houston head coach (consensus is: cautious optimism); the release of the Joe Mixon assault video (hearkening back to earlier episodes recorded with Chron’s Jenny Dial Creech and Sport’s Illustrated’s Lindsay Schnell in which the events were discussed) and what it means for college athletics and the way our culture handles and treats violence towards women; the death of NBA gadfly Craig Sager, arguably the most popular sideline reporter in any sport; and a deep-dive look at some of the n...2016-12-1900 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 72: SicEm365's Ashley Hodge talks Baylor head coach Matt Rhule; UH hires Major ApplewhiteAshley Hodge of SicEm365.com joins to discuss Matt Rhule’s hiring at Baylor University and what steps he is taking to ensure that the program is able to salvage the 2017 recruiting class while building inroads within the Texas high school football coaching circles. Hodge also explains why Scott Drew’s shift in recruiting philosophy has paid off on the hardwood. While Kevin takes his first day off in more than a year, Austin and Jeremy also breakdown the Texans win at Indianapolis, and Major Applewhite as the new head football coach at the University of Houston.2016-12-1200 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 71: Joseph Duarte talks UH head coach search; SI’s Sportsman of the Year, LeBron; too many bowlsHouston Chronicle University of Houston beat writer and friend of the show, Joseph Duarte, calls in to discuss the Cougars’ head coaching search, spearheaded by athletic director Hunter Yurachek and Billion Dollar Buyer, Tilman Fertitta. By all accounts, Tom Herman was headed to Austin as soon as the Big 12 elected not to expand, so now names like Les Miles, Major Applewhite and Lincoln Riley are getting thrown around, and whoever takes over has a tall task ahead of them, keeping UH on the trajectory Herman set. Duarte discusses the effect Herman’s departure - and imminent poaching - will have on c...2016-12-0500 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 70: Matt Mosley (DMN + Texas Monthly) talks Baylor football + basketball; Tom Herman to TexasThe guys discuss the fallout from Tom Herman’s move to the 40 acres in Austin and what it means for the future of the football program at U of H. Dallas Morning News and Texas Monthly columnist Matt Mosley then calls in to discuss the coaching vacancy at Baylor and why Colorado’s Mike MacIntyre is the ideal candidate for the job. Mosley then opines on Herman’s move to Texas, why it isn’t necessarily a homerun hire for the Longhorns, and what U of H should look for in a new head coach (hint: Row the Boat). Lastly, Mosley a...2016-11-2800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 69: John McClain talks Texans; Jeremy Branham on UH Football & Basketball; Tom Herman's futureHouston Chronicle’s John McClain joins us for a record fifth time to discuss the Texans ahead of Monday night’s Mexico City matchup with the Oakland Raiders, delving into the decision by the front office to bypass even speaking with Derek Carr before the draft, Brock Osweiler’s disappointing start and why DeAndre Hopkins’ production is suffering this season. Jeremy Branham is a sideline reporter for University of Houston Football and the play-by-play voice of UH Basketball, and he calls in to discuss whether this is the year UH MBB makes the NCAA Tournament again (yes) and how big the Loui...2016-11-2100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 68: Sports 790’s Ross Villarreal talks Rockets and NBA; Election 2016 results and Rockets talkChron’s Hunter Atkins joins us in-studio again, as The Weekly Brew breaks down the recent election and fallout, including some man-on-the-street interviews from outside Trump Tower in Chicago, where Austin happened to be. Ross Villarreal, of the SportsRV show and RocketsWrap on Sports Talk 790 calls in to talk about the Rockets’ new look and the monstrous season James Harden is having, and what the realistic ceiling is for the squad, as well as what other teams bear watching early in the NBA season.2016-11-1300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 61: John McClain talks Texans; Paralympians Brad Snyder and Matt StutzmanHouston Chronicle Texans and NFL writer John McClain joins the show for a record fourth time, discussing the culture of the National Football League - with National Anthem protests and uniform violations - and the early impressions of the Texans this season, especially how Brock Osweiler appears to be fitting in, how Will Fuller appears prepared to break out and some discussion of exactly how good this defense is. Next, Austin - from Rio de Janeiro - interviews two Paralympians, Brad Snyder (swimmer) and Matt Stutzman, the Guiness Book of World Records holding Armless Archer.2016-09-1900 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 59: Houston Cougar Football; Texans’ beat writer Aaron Wilson; SportsRadio 610’s Sean PendergastJeremy and Kevin relive the glory of Saturday’s 33-23 University of Houston win over Oklahoma, analyzing the implications for the College Football Playoffs. Houston Chronicle Texans’ beat writer Aaron Wilson makes his first visit to The Weekly Brew, breaking down the biggest stories in the NFL in a quick hits segment before offering some insight into the Texans defense this season. Friend of the show, Sports Radio 610’s Sean Pendergast, also offers some analysis on the Texans’ offense before explaining this week’s controversy with UH’s head coach Tom Herman, backing out of a weekly show with the Triple Threa2016-09-0500 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 57: Last Chance U’s Brittany Wagner; Texan Live’s Jeremy Branham; Rio 2016 and Ryan LochteNetflix’s Last Chance U is a bona fide hit, offering an in depth look at the trials and travails of the East Mississippi Community College Lions, and Brittany Wagner, the “Scooba Tech” athletic academic counselor, emerged as a breakout star. Wagner joins us to share some insight into the behind-the-scenes workings of EMCC and preview next season’s iteration of Last Chance U, which was renewed for a second season. Next, Jeremy Branham, of Texan Live, joins us to break down the high school football scene in Houston, including some players and teams football fans in the area have to watch...2016-08-2200 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 56: Baylor head coach Jim Grobe; Robert Boudwin/ Clutch the Rockets Bear; Rio 2016 updateNew Baylor Football head coach Jim Grobe joins the show to talk about moving forward and coaching what he says is the hardest-working team he’s ever been around. Robert Boudwin aka “Clutch the Bear,” is retiring, and he calls in to share the story behind the creation of the iconic, beloved mascot and what will happen to Clutch moving forward. Austin, Jeremy and Kevin also break down the most memorable moments of week one of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.2016-08-1500 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 55: USA Today Coaches Poll + the Rio Olympics; Vince Harris of Harris Media; Capital KingsAustin and Kevin break down the USA Today/Amway Coaches Poll and discuss some of the discouraging stories coming out of Rio as the Olympics get underway. Next, Vince Harris of Harris Media joins the podcast to speak to the impact of social media in the current election cycle. Finally, Cole Walowac of Capital Kings calls in prior to the August 25 show in Houston to talk EDM.2016-08-0800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 52: Nice, Pokemon Go, Aaron Bruski on the NBA & Rockets discussion with Alykhan BijaniJason Lawrence, a Baylor alum attending a wedding just blocks from the attack in Nice, calls in from France to break down the aftermath and offer some insight into the city’s recovery. Austin, Jeremy and Kevin also delve into the worldwide phenomenon that is Pokemon Go, including some alarming facts about the hidden meanings behind some of the pocket monsters’ names. Aaron Bruski, founder of hoop-ball.com and cohost of the Koz and Bru Show, joins us to break down the landscape of the NBA following Durant’s move to Golden State and ponder whether LeBron finishes his career with t...2016-07-1800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 51: Astros talk with Ryan Dunsmore; Black Lives Matter + Dallas shootingThe Crawfish Boxes is SB Nation’s dedicated Astros blog, and Ryan Dunsmore, editor in chief and Battle Red Blog contributor joins us to talk ‘Stros before Austin, Kevin and Jeremy discuss the recent spate of shootings in Minnesota, Louisiana and Texas.2016-07-1000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 50: NBA Free Agency & O.J. Made in America with TSRN’s Adrian HoldenIn Episode 50, we welcome in Adrian Holden of the Texas Sports Radio Network to help us break down the recent ESPN 30 for 30 documentary “O.J.: Made in America” and the cultural impact of the O.J. trial 21 years later. Austin, Dolores and Kevin also take a look at NBA Free Agency, particularly Houston’s two acquisitions, Ryan Anderson and Eric Gordon.2016-07-0400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 37: Astros + MLB preview w/ MLB.com's Richard Justice; Final Four; Second Lovers' Thom TruverKevin and Austin talk Final Four and drop in some audio from Charles Barkley talking college hoops. Richard Justice of MLB.com joins to preview the Astros season in advance of Opening Day and Second Lovers’ Thom Truver preview the Art Blocks Big Bash.2016-04-0400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 36: Mount Rushmore of Houston Sports; sports figures’ political campaign contributionsWith Austin traveling abroad, Kevin and Jeremy discuss which Houstonians would have a claim to the Mt. Rushmore of Houston sports. Also, the guys discuss the final four presidential candidates and which key figures in sports have supported their campaigns to date.2016-03-2700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 35: Steve Almond and “Against Football”Steve Almond, author of Candyfreak and a former sports reporter, joins us on the podcast to discuss his latest book, the provocatively titled “Against Football: One Fan’s Reluctant Manifesto.” Throughout the course of a fascinating, thoughtful and humorous in-depth interview, Almond explains why his moral qualms with the game of football ultimately outweighed its grace, beauty and entertainment for him, and he quit watching altogether, forcing Austin, Jeremy and Kevin to ponder whether to do the same.2016-03-2100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 26: John McClain talks NFL + Baylor; Big 12 and LHN; Chris Griesemer joins to talk voice actingThe General, John McClain, joins us to talk NFL playoffs, the St. Louis L.A. relocation, Pro Football Hall of Fame voting, meeting Dave Campbell and Baylor football. Then Austin, Jeremy and Kevin break down David Boren’s recent comments about the Big 12 and the possibility of a title game, expansion and a league network. Finally, voice-actor (and our voice-over guy) Chris Griesemer calls in to talk about his work and share some hilarious impressions.2016-01-1800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 21: Yao Ming is nominated to the Hall of Fame; The crew reviews Star Wars and ConcussionAustin, Kevin and Jeremy discuss Yao Ming’s potential road to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame; they then review Star Wars: The Force Awakens and the film Concussion, starring Will Smith in this bonus holiday episode.2015-12-2300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 20: Color Theory talks synthpop and EDM; CFP projections; Dwight Howard trade talkBrian Hazard, the mind behind Color Theory, joins The Weekly Brew to discuss his 20+ years of experience in the music industry, his love for synthpop and his curious history with the band Depeche Mode; Larry Little debuts his analytical college football model and makes his projections for the CFP and NY6 bowls; Austin and Kevin discuss A&M and possible trade destinations for malcontent Rocket Dwight Howard.2015-12-2100 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 19: Dave Morales talks Star Wars; Second Lovers’ Hold On; A&M and UT footballDave Morales of BackStageOL.com joins The Weekly Brew to talk Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Concussion, Creed and more. Houston band Second Lovers’ lead singer, Nic Morales (no relation) discusses the H-Town music scene and his band’s evolving sound. Austin and Kevin get into some talk of Kyle Allen leaving A&M and Charlie Strong’s mysterious wheelings and dealings finding his new offensive coordinator.2015-12-1400 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 18: J-Leezy from Houston Rocks It; Athlete of the Year; San Bernadino and ISISJames Leighton -- the infamous J-Leezy of the Houston Rocks It podcast -- joins Austin and Kevin to talk Houston Rockets. What’s up with this underperforming squad and who is going to be the coach of the future? The guys get into their favorite Rockets memories and teach Kevin about rap. Zack joins in to talk Athlete of the Year (Carli Lloyd, Jordan Spieth and Simone Biles) and the San Bernadino shootings. Kevin is disappointed at the lack of iTunes reviews this week and gets stern.2015-12-0700 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 16: NCAA Basketball and UH Head Coach Kelvin Sampson; Ezekiel Elliott; Syrian RefugeesUH Head Coach Kelvin Sampson is this week’s guest, and joins us to talk Cougar Basketball and discuss the Rockets’ collapse. Austin and Kevin give some love to loyal listeners and iTunes reviewers, get into their preseason picks for NCAA basketball’s best, talk LSU and Ben Simmons, then discuss the National Championship Curse and the mess at Ohio State before delving into the Syrian refugee crisis and America’s reaction.2015-11-2300 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 13: The rise and fall of Grantland; Interview with Nashville singer/songwriter Cami RossAustin Staton and Kevin Cook tease an upcoming country music single by Nashville singer/songwriter Cami Ross (ANOTHER Baylor alum, if you can believe it), and ask her about her career, music and the challenges of being a woman in the entertainment industry.
TWB eulogizes Grantland, and bemoans the corporate philosophy that's led to the layoffs at ESPN.. Kevin gets very worked up about the loss of the website (which is totally normal and not weird) and probably kills any chance of an eventual job with ESPN.
The guys also give a shoutout to the listeners who subscribed and left reviews on iTunes...2015-11-0200 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 12: Yahoo and the NFL; the National Anthem and the Royal Family; NBA Season PreviewAustin and Kevin opine about the NFL in London and Yahoo’s live stream of the Jags and Bills game; the duo discuss their distaste of the Royal Family and the Kardashian’s before closing with an in-depth look at the upcoming NBA season.2015-10-2600 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 10: Zack and Kevin fly solo and talk worst first-dates, Wayne Simmons and Fox News hot takesAustin Staton and Jeremy Paxton tend to their affairs as Zack and Kevin cuddle up and play get-to-know-you. We discover Kevin eavesdrops at Starbucks and once went on a first date so bad it ended with Toby Keith assaulting him in Atlanta. Also, find out how Zack (almost) single-handedly started an epidemic in England. Kevin skewers Zack for his Fox News affinity in the wake of the Wayne Simmons fraud scandal, and Zack finally explains why he isn’t on social media.2015-10-2000 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 2: Clinton, Cuba, College Football, and dating advice from JPax.Episode 02 of The Weekly Brew focuses on Hillary Clinton, U.S.-Cuba relations, China's currency devaluation, domestic violence and football, and dating advice from Jeremy Paxton. Also, Paul Catalina from ESPN Central Texas joins the brew to discuss the college football landscape.2015-08-1800 min
The Weekly BrewEp. 1: Teflon Don and the GOP Debates, CNN and MH 370, plus the AL playoff race.Hosted by Austin Staton, Zack Taylor and Jeremy Paxton, The Weekly Brew is your source for political, social and sports commentary brewed up in 30 minutes or less.2015-08-1100 min