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Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 87 - We're Back With The NFL Draft!Our thoughts, better late than never!2024-05-141h 58Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 86 - Nick Was Right  In this episode Nick shows off his humble side as he counts the ways in which he was correct, we recap Championship Weekend in the NFL, and take our final shots!2024-02-0250 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 85 - Conference Championship WeekendIn tonight’s episode we discuss Ryan Days super team, review last weekends playoff games, preview the conference championships, make bets and take our final shots 2024-01-2643 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 84 - The PlayoffsIn tonight’s episode, we discuss Nick Sabans retirement and what that means for Ryan Day, review last weeks playoff games, preview this weeks games, and take our final shots!2024-01-191h 04Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 83 - Happy 2024!After a couple of weeks, we’re back with our first episode of the new year!  In tonight’s episode, we discuss Ohio State football, Michigans title run, preview the NFL playoffs, make some predictions and take our final shots!2024-01-1245 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 82 - Merry Christmas!In this week's episode, we discuss Shohei Ohtani’s record breaking contract, Devin Browns big opportunity, the AFC North/playoff scenarios, make some bets and take our final shots!2023-12-2052 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 81 - Downtown Jake Brown(ing)In tonight’s episode, we discuss the Final Four in the College Football Playoff, discuss Jake Brownings big performance and if it can be continued, recap rest of AFC North, make some predictions and take our final shots.2023-12-0857 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 80 - Michigan Strikes AgainIn tonight's episode, we discuss Ohio State's disappointing loss to Michigan, what a 12-team playoff would look like, recap AFC North action and preview next weeks games.2023-12-0153 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 79 - Say It Ain't So Joe!In tonight’s episode we discuss what’s next for the Bengals, recap AFC North, preview OSU vs Michigan, and take our final shots!2023-11-2758 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 78 - Watson Out For YearIn tonight’s episode we discuss Jim Harbaugh suspension, statement win by Browns followed by heartbreak, recap AFC North, and take our final shots!2023-11-1753 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 77 - More Michigan RevelationsIn this episode, we discuss (again) the Michigan scandal, college football playoff rankings, AFC North recap, big bengals win, make some bets, and take our final shots.2023-11-0251 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 76 - Michigan In Trouble?In tonight’s episode Nick and Michael debate the Michigan scandal, discuss Deshaun Watson’s scandal, review AFC North, make predictions and call our final shots!2023-10-2753 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 75 - Browns Make A StatementIn tonights episode, we recap the AFC North, preview OSU vs PSU, discuss MLB playoffs, and take our final shots.2023-10-2053 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 74 - Are Bengals Back?In tonight’s episode we recap AFC North action, MLB playoff format, Kyle McCord, and take our final shots.2023-10-1458 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 73 - Is Cincinnati In Trouble?In tonight’s episode we discuss all news AFC North, can Bengals get back on track, the new big ten conference football schedule, predict some games, and take our final shots!2023-10-0657 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 72 - We Survived Nashville!2023-09-291h 04Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 71 - Live in NashvilleIn tonight’s episode, we recorded live in Nashville and discussed the Browns/Steelers game, Deshauns outlook, what’s up with the Bengals, and discuss Ohio State/Notre Dame.2023-09-2151 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 70 - Week 1 RecapWe recap week one of the NFL season, discuss some Ohio State football, other surprises from the week of football, and give our final shots!2023-09-1551 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 69 - NFL Is Back!In tonight’s episode we dive into college football, predict Bengals/Browns, and take our final shots!!2023-09-0939 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 68 - The Predictions Show!!It’s the best show of the year! We are making our official predictions for the year and not to toot our own horns, we’ve been pretty spot on!2023-08-311h 20Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 67 - We’re Back!! Tonight’s episode, we discuss our hiatus, the incredible run by the Cincinnati Reds, and breakdown our predictions for the AFC North!! 2023-08-261h 07Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp, 66 - Spring Break Wrap UpWe’re back from a mini spring break and dive into our trip, baseball, basketball playoffs, and the up coming NFL Draft2023-04-2153 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 65 - Orlando Brown Jr. to Cincy!In this episode, we discuss the NCAA tournament, the World Baseball Classic, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, and discuss the Bengals big move to bring in Orlando Brown Jr. to play left tackle!2023-03-241h 09Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 64 - The Steeler EpisodeIn this episode, we discuss the QB Carousal taking place, the Pittsburgh Steelers and how to restore their greatness, and finally get to answer some questions from listeners!2023-03-141h 11Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 63 - How To Fix The BrownsIn this episode, we discuss the pains of moving, baseball rule changes, how to fix the Browns, and take final shots!2023-03-031h 10Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 62 - Our First Mock Draft of the YearIn this episode, we discuss Eric Bienemy's move to Washington, the NBA All Star Weekend, we rank our top 5 logo's in the 4 major leagues, go through a mock draft, and take our final shots!2023-02-241h 18Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 61 - What Do We Do Now?In this episode, we recap the Super Bowl, discuss Damar Hamlin, the Bengals offseason road map, and Lebron James scoring record.2023-02-161h 06Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 60 - Offseason Already?In tonight's episode, we discuss the painful AFC Championship, the officials, what went wrong, and final thoughts on Tom Brady.2023-02-0253 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 59 - 59 Championship WeekendIn this episode, we review the divisional games, preview the Championship round, make our picks, place a bet, and take our Final Shot!!2023-01-2751 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 58 - On to BuffaloIn this episode, we recap last weeks playoff games, preview this weeks games, tell you who to vet on, take some final shots, and call it a night2023-01-2042 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 57 - My Foot HurtsIn this episode, we discuss our trip to Atlanta to the Peach Bowl, CJ Stroud's game, touch on Damar Hamlin, and play out the entire Playoff Bracket!2023-01-131h 06Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 56 - 2 weeks, 1 showWe apologize for missing last week with our holiday schedules, but we made up for it with a long one tonight.  Tonights episode we recap the last two week of the AFC North action, discuss playoff seedings/scenarios, and dive into the college football playoff!2022-12-301h 22Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 55 - Bengals overcome a DemonIn tonights episode we discuss the Bengals finally getting over the hump against Cleveland, breakdown the rest of the AFC North, discuss the NIL, a small preview of OSU-Georgia, make a bet and take our final shot!2022-12-1658 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 54 - Burrow better than Mahomes?In this episode, we dive into the college football playoff, and play out what a potential 12-team playoff would look like.  We then dive into the Bengals/Chiefs game, AFC North, and overall playoff picture in the AFC.  We make a bet, take a final shot, and call it a night.2022-12-091h 06Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 53 - Is Day Overrated?In this episode, we discuss the Bengals big win in Tennessee, the AFC North, Ohio State's 2nd loss in a row to Michigan, and the US advance in the World Cup2022-12-021h 08Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 52 - Happy Thanksgiving SpecialIn tonight's impromptu podcast, we listen to Nick go on rants about Booger McFarland and USA Soccer.  We also discuss the Bengals, AFC North, and preview The Game.  Happy Thanksgiving!  2022-11-231h 24Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 51 - Quarantine is BackIn this episode, we recap the AFC North and preview next weeks game, discuss the Buffalo Bills vs Minnesota Vikings, go into a Ohio State Football conversation, and finish up with a discussion of Jeff Saturday/Kyrie Irving. We also make a couple of bets and take our final shots!2022-11-181h 18Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 50 - Bengals Are Back In this episode we discuss the Blue Jackets misery, the upstart Cavs, recap the AFC North, discuss the Colts coaching situation, and finish up with a little discussion about Kyrie.  2022-11-1346 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 49 - Monday Night MiseryIn tonight’s episode, we discuss the Bengals meltdown in Cleveland, the upstart Cavaliers, the NFL trade deadline, dive into the initial college football playoff, make some bets, and take our final shots!2022-11-041h 22Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 48 - Why Jamar Why??In this week's episode, we discuss Nick and I’s bro date, recap the AFC North, discuss OSU, make bets, and take our final shots 2022-10-281h 03Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 47 - Bengals Back in 1stIn this weeks show, we recap the action from the AFC North, the classic game between Alabama and Tennessee, and did the Guardians get screwed??  We place our bets and take our finals shots!2022-10-201h 08Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 46 - Are Analytics Replacing Common Sense?In tonight's episode, we dive into the very questionable calls to go for it based on analytics, we recap AFC North, Zac Taylor, Ohio State moving on up, and place some bets!  2022-10-1558 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 45 - Quarter MarkThe NFL is about a quarter of the way through so we take a look back to see which teams we picked correctly, which teams we whiffed on.  We also recap the AFC North, Joe Burrow and Kid Cudi, and the new Thursday night broadcast team of Al and Kirk.2022-10-091h 03Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 44 - What A Trip In this episode, we discuss our trip to Napa Valley, round up the NFL action from week 3, preview week 4, discuss some bets and take our final shots!     2022-09-2956 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 43 - Let's Not Freak OutIn this episode, we recap a wild week 1 in the NFL, talk about the merits of playing in preseason, discuss some college football, make some bets, and take our shots!2022-09-201h 08Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 43 - Let's Not Freak OutIn this episode, we recap a wild week 1 in the NFL, talk about the merits of playing in preseason, discuss some college football, make some bets, and take our shots!2022-09-201h 08Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 42 - NFL is Here!!In tonight’s episode, Michael gets some things off his chest, we preview week 1 AFC North games, review Ohio States big win, and discuss the new College Football Playoff format  2022-09-091h 00Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 41 - The Prediction Show Football is back and we couldn’t be more excited!! We make all of our predictions for the NFL and college, discuss Tom Brady, and open up with the Cavs big time trade! 2022-09-061h 25Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 40 - AFC North RoundupIn this episode we discuss Jesse Bates’ return, Baltimores incredible winning streak, current state of the Browns, and let’s go Kenny Pickett!2022-08-261h 07Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 39 - One Year Anny ShowTo celebrate our first year, we bring on special guest Joshua Miller to discuss the Andrew Luck Podcast, Hard Knocks, and a full round up of all the AFC North Preseason games!2022-08-1955 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 38 - What's a realistic expectation for the Browns season?In tonights episode, we dive into all the drama surrounding the Cleveland Browns, provide some camp updates on the Bengals, Pete Rose's unfortunate situation in Philadelphia, the Coaches Poll, and finally gambling season has arrived!!2022-08-1557 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 37 - Will Deshaun Play in 2022?In tonight's episode, we dive into changes in the Bengals culture, touch on Deshaun Watson's status for this season, and discuss the Slam Diego Padres big moves!2022-08-0542 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 36 - We're Back!Tonight's show we make our triumphant come back from a wild summer.  We dive right into everything Bengals, discuss the Lamar Jackson narrative, Josh Rosen's return, and can we see the future?!!2022-08-0245 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 36 - Deshaun saga continuesIn tonight’s episode we go into depth on Deshaun Watson, the LIV Tour, and a great story about Adam Pac Man Jones 2022-06-151h 12Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 35 - Schedule Release PartyIn this episode we discuss the NFL Schedule as it was released and break down the matchups for all the AFC North teams.2022-05-131h 03Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 34 - Should Baker Stay?!In tonight’s episode, I yell at Nick for butchering a dummy-proof recipe, we review the draft, debate the Browns possibly keeping Baker, and make some bets on NFL future props.2022-05-051h 12Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 33 - Phil Castellini Shows True ColorsIn tonight’s episode, we discuss the sad state of the Reds, the difference between good and bad ownership, and discuss the upcoming NFL Draft2022-04-211h 33Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 32 - Winning TimeIn tonight’s show, we discuss Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers, Deshaun Watson, preview the draft, and touch on Tiger2022-04-071h 06Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 31 - Cleveland's Big GambleIn tonight’s episode we discuss all the moves in free agency, the browns big move of moving from Baker to Watson, and discuss the current state of baseball2022-03-241h 01Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 30 - Free Agency ReactionIn this episode we react to all the moves in the NFL with free agency, who got better or worse. We also discuss Tom Brady’s return, and touch on the state of the Reds.2022-03-171h 15Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 29 - Intro to NFTsIn tonight's episode, we touch on the conflict between Russian and Ukraine, and dive into a deep introduction into the world of NFT's with special guest Brian Wagner!2022-03-031h 08Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 28 - We're Back and Looking ForwardIn tonight’s episode, we discuss our one week break, breakdown the Super Bowl, look forward to next season for the AFC North, and touch on LeBron James and Juwan Howard!2022-02-2556 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 27 - It Is Us!In this episode, we breakdown Super Bowl LVI between the Rams and Bengals. We give our official bets, predictions, and final shots for the Super Bowl!2022-02-1055 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 26 - AFC Champions!In this episode we discuss the Bengals improbable run through the AFC, how they came back against the Chiefs, how close or not close other AFC North teams are from being where the Bengals are, Jim Harbaugh flirting with the NFL, and reflect on the GOAT.2022-02-031h 02Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 25 - AFC Championship EditionIn this episode we discuss the fact that the Bengals are a win away from the Super Bowl, review a wild Divisional Round, and preview the Conference Championship!  2022-01-271h 06Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 24 - The Curse is BrokenTonight's episode we discuss the Bengals playoff victory and our experience being at the game.  We also discuss the other AFC Super Wildcard Playoff games while previewing next weeks divisional games!2022-01-2049 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 23 - The Curse of BoIn this week's episode we discuss the wild final week 18, preview wild card weekend, the curse or Bo, and the NFL coaching carousel!2022-01-1346 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 22 - Kings of the NorthIn this episode we bask in the glow of the Bengals winning the AFC North division title, the College Football Playoff, The Rose Bowl, and some weak comments from some popular ESPN personalities! Welcome to 2022!2022-01-0657 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 21 - The Final StretchIn this episode, we discuss our audio difficulties, the AFC North playoff race, the college football playoff, place our bets, and take our final shots!2021-12-301h 06Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 20 - The Stretch RunTonight’s episode we discuss the playoff chase of the AFC North, Covid's impact on the world of sports, the phenom that is Charlie Woods, and take our final shots!2021-12-2354 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 19 - The Browns PerspectiveTonight’s episode we welcome special host Joshua Fenton, a life long Browns fan and successful entrepreneur. We also discuss the state of the AFC North, Urban Meyer debacle, and the opting out of college athletes!2021-12-151h 50Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 18 - UC Did ItBack on our first episode, Michael predicted UC would make the playoffs, and here we are. We also discuss the AFC North playoff situation, and take our final shots. 2021-12-0953 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 17 - Changing of the GuardIn this episode we talk about Ohio State-Michigan, College Football Playoff Rankings, Coaching Carousel, the Cincinnati Bengals domination of the Steelers, and take our final shots.2021-12-021h 20Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 16 - The Birth of Hammer and NailsIn this episode, we discuss our likes and dislikes, discuss the shakeout of the AFC, touch on some non sports topics, and how Hammer and Nails came to fruition in Ohio.2021-11-181h 13Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 15 - Battle of OhioIn this episode we recap the Bengals vs Browns, discuss the refs handing the Steelers a win, preview 2nd half of NFL season, and give live reactions to the CFP rankings.2021-11-121h 07Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 14 - The Ohio ShowdownThis weeks show, we discuss our likes and our dislikes, breakdown the Bengals and Browns game, discuss our bets, and take our final shots!   2021-11-041h 18Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 13 - Big Dick JoeIn this weeks episode we discuss our likes and dislikes, the changing of the guard in the AFC North, our gambling prowess, and we take our final shots!2021-10-281h 28Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 12 - Dude Perfect?? Nope!In this episode, we discuss the fall of the Browns, Bengals big win, Iowa’s fail, Bitcoin’s rise, our gambling collapse, and much more!2021-10-211h 30Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 11 - The Wine ShowIn this episode we discuss our likes and dislikes which features a lot of Browns and Bengals banter, the mess of Meyer and Gruden, our successful gambling weekend, next weeks bets, and our final shots!2021-10-141h 30Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 10 - Shredding the CarrotIn this episode, we discuss our likes and dislikes, gambling, how Al Davis built an everlasting empire, and take our final shots!2021-10-071h 27Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 9 - On The Banks of the Olentangy….In this episode, we discuss Cincinnati’s big win over Pittsburgh, what we liked and didn’t like this week, best announcers current and past, our weekly bets, and our final shots. 2021-09-301h 07Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 8 - Milk ThistleIn this weeks episode, we discuss our likes and dislikes, we recap last weekends games, our gambling failures and wins, and look forward to next weekend.  2021-09-231h 19Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 7 - The Great Baker DebateIn this episode we discuss what we liked and didn’t like in the week of football, Ohio States loss, the AFC north, and recap our gambling losses and W!2021-09-161h 05Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 6 - Sad and GladTonight’s show we react to Ohio State vs Minnesota, what we liked and didn’t like from Week 1, preview the Bengals and Browns openers, Nick yells at Michael about our first bet, discuss the controversial targeting rule, and take our final shots. 2021-09-091h 16Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 5 - Football Is HereIn this episode, we discuss the alliance between the Big Ten, ACC, and PAC 12. We dive into fantasy strategies, and debut our first parlay of the year!2021-09-031h 21Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 4 - The Prediction ShowIn tonight’s episode we discuss the Reds' chances of making the playoffs. We dive into our predictions for the NFL division winners, playoffs, and Super Bowl winner. Lastly, we talk about CJ Stroud winning the QB battle and our predictions for the Buckeye season 2021-08-2655 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 3 -A Trip Down Memory Lane!In episode 3 we recap the AFC north preseason games, Justin Fields’ big day, and a little story of the one time we were amazing gamblers!2021-08-201h 00Taking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 2 - OSU QB BattleIn episode 2 we discuss the Ohio State quarterback situation, the Cleveland Guardians name, and worst team names in professional sports...before taking our final shot!  2021-08-2043 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsEp. 1 - The First ShotCome hang out and get to know us as we give our predictions for the AFC North, Joe Burrow, the Bengals, and much more!  2021-08-1551 minTaking ShotsTaking ShotsLet's start Taking ShotsA sneak peek at what's ahead...2021-08-1100 min