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Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Gregg E. CliftonIn this episode Pro & College Sports Law Attorney Gregg E. Clifton answers questions on NIL, contract negotiations, and more. 2025-04-171h 20
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with WWE Hall of Fame Inductee Fred OttmanFred Ottman aka Tugboat, Typhoon, Shockmaster joins us tonight on Swartz Talkin' Sports. 2025-03-271h 18
Swartz Talkin' SportsMeet The Man Behind The MonsterCarl 'PCO' Ouellet joins us to discuss his wrestling career!2025-03-1351 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Phil MartelliLegendary Men's College Basketball coach Phil Martelli joins us along with long time friend and author Steve Stefano. 2025-03-061h 21
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Bridgette GordonBridgette Gordon Head Coach of FAMU Ladies Basketball joins us to discuss her playing and coaching careers. 2025-02-271h 08
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Jack ConnollyBrown University's All-Ivy Offensive Guard Jack Connolly joins the team tonight to discuss his college career and his aspirations to play in the NFL. 2025-02-151h 00
Swartz Talkin' SportsLet's Talk Super Bowl LIXAl Chester Sr and Albert Chester II, both quarterbacks for the Florida A&M Rattlers join Les to talk about the upcoming Super Bowl.2025-02-061h 09
Swartz Talkin' SportsLet's Talk AFC/NFC PlayoffsBob Harris joins us for a second week to continue the conversation on the NFL AFC/NFC Playoffs scene.2025-01-231h 05
Swartz Talkin' SportsFBS Championship/NFL Divisional PlayoffsAuburn All-American and NFL Pro Bob Harris joins the panel this episode to discuss the FBS Championship matchups and the NFL Divisional Playoff Round. 2025-01-161h 12
Swartz Talkin' SportsCFP/NFL PlayoffsIn this episode of Swartz Talkin' Sports we discussed the current state of the CFP and the NFL Playoff scenes. 2025-01-091h 14
Swartz Talkin' SportsKickoff 2025 with Health & Fitness!Celebrity Trainer Scott Parker share pro tips and strategies for getting fit in 2025!2024-12-191h 42
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Kellen Winslow SrCheck out this fascinating interview with Kellen Winslow Sr. Here about where he grew, his high school and college career, as well as his pro career in the NFL.2024-11-211h 23
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Alex EnglishCheck out this outstanding interview with our special guest NBA Hall of Famer and 8X NBA All-Star; he wore #2 on his jersey with the Denver Nuggets - Alex English.2024-11-141h 14
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Scott UzzelJoin Les & Al as they interview Scott Uzzel - VP/General Manager of Nike North America!2024-11-071h 02
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Greg ColemanJoin Les & Al as they chat with Greg Coleman, former NFL punter and HBCU Hall of Famer. 2024-10-311h 08
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Scott ParkerJoin Les, Al, & Benny as they chat with Celebrity Trainer, Scott Parker. Hear about the celebrities Scott has trained for their professional TV & movie roles.2024-10-301h 12
Swartz Talkin' SportsUp For DiscussionJoin Les, Al, & Benny for a new show format call Up For Discussion. In this new format, the guys will talk about the most controversial topics in sports history.2024-10-171h 04
Swartz Talkin' SportsShould Pete Rose Be In The Hall of Fame?In this episode, we pose the controversial question. Get the panels take on this, as well as opinions of the fans 2024-10-031h 01
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with TNA Wrestler A.J. FrancisTNA Wrestler A.J. Francis and Wrestling Insider Stu Kaplan join the show to discuss Pro Wrestling and the upcoming NCWA card Strive2Survive in Clayton, NC on October 5. 2024-09-261h 31
Swartz Talkin' SportsAsk The ExpertsLes, Al, and Benny take on the live chat fielding questions on any sports topic. 2024-09-191h 21
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Willie SimmonsJoin the team as they chat with Willie Simmons, former FAMU Head Coach and current Running Back Coach for the Duke Blue Devils. 2024-09-131h 10
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Fred DeanFred Dean Super XVII Champ makes an appearance on Swartz Talkin' Sports. Be sure to catch this high energy interview. 2024-09-051h 13
No Lies Just BSEpisode Three-Hundred and Fifty-Six: Angelo & Jimmy PIt's the third podcast that Nick was able to record at this year's Pagoda City Tattoo Festival, and it's a killer one to wrap things up. Everyone's favorite fast-talker from Inksmith & Rogers is back. That's right, Angelo is here once again to match talkin' shit with Nick. This time, he's brought with him a great friend: Mr. Jimmy P from Full Hearts Tattoo is here to hang with us and keep up with some killer tales of his own. As usual, you won't want to miss this new and exciting piece of old and amazing tattoo history. No Lies...2024-09-032h 30
Swartz Talkin' SportsCollege Football Preview with Bob HarrisFormer Auburn All-SEC Safety and NFL star Bob Harris join Les and Al to give their thoughts and predictions on the 2024 college season.2024-08-291h 06
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Doug WilliamsSuper Bowl MVP Quarterback Doug Williams joins the team here at Swartz Talkin' Sports to talk about his NFL career.2024-08-2257 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsOlympic Games Wrap UpJoin Les, Al, and Benny as they discuss highlights from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.2024-08-151h 01
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Charlie NealLegendary Hall of Fame Broadcaster Charlie Neal joins Les and Al to share stories discuss and highlights in his career as a professional sports personality.2024-07-251h 14
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Rey Robinson1972 Olympic Athlete Rey Robinson join Les & Al to talk about his experiences at FAMU and the Olympic Games.2024-07-181h 20
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Chandra Cheeseborough2X Olympic Gold Medalist Chandra Cheeseborough joins Les & company to talk about her career as an American Olympic Athlete.2024-07-1157 min
Hank Patterson's Outdoor MisAdventuresEpisode 619 - Are Those Kids Getting Fresh Air?In this episode Hank and Kevin are talkin' about some Tennessee kids fishin' a neighborhood pond, how not to behave as an adult, spottin' beers at the 7-11, Florida shark drug mules and what we're really after when fishing. Enjoy. 2024-07-111h 08
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with 2020 Olympian Garrett ScantlingThis episode of Swartz Talkin' Sports welcomes 2020 Olympian Garrett Scantling to the show. Join Les, Al, and Garrett for an exhilarating interview.2024-07-041h 00
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Darrell WalkerDarrell Walker former NBA star and current Heach Coach for the University of Arkansas Little Rock talks about his pro days and current college basketball events.2024-06-271h 02Hank Patterson's Outdoor MisAdventuresEpisode 617 - Road Trips and PieThis week Hank's is talkin' pie, Kevin's good decisions, road trips, sing-a-longs, fly fishing, bears, rats, boars and so much more. Enjoy! 2024-06-201h 05
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Nate NewtonJoin Les and the team as they chat with former Dallas Cowboys Offensive Guard - Nate Newton.2024-06-061h 15
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Ozzie SmithJoin Les and the rest of the team as they chat with former MLB star - Ozzie Smith.2024-06-051h 07
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Mike VaccaroMike Vaccaro joins Les and Benny to talk about UNCW Men's Baseball.2024-05-2347 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Patrick MularkeyThis episode features Detroit Lions Area Scout, Patrick Mularkey. 2024-05-231h 13
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Bob LobelBack by popular demand, WBZ Sports Legend Bob Lobel.2024-05-091h 01
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Charles OakleyBack by popular demand, NBA Legend Charles Oakley. 2024-05-021h 02
Swartz Talkin' Sports2024 NFL Mock DraftIn this episode Les, Al, and Benny The Book discuss the 2024 top draft players and give their 32 first round draft predictions.2024-04-251h 20
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Andrew DunnAndrew Dunn our NHL Guru returns to talk NHL Playoffs and MVP picks. 2024-04-181h 02
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with William Barnes & Ed MontilusWilliam Barnes & Ed Montilus join Les this week to discuss their UNC football careers and the upcoming NFL draft. 2024-04-1345 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Joe D'AntonioLes & Al interview the CAA Commissioner - Joe D'Antonio.2024-03-2954 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsMarch Madness 2024 Preview ShowJoin our Expert Panel Les Swartz, Randy Slack, Al Chester Sr., and Benny The Book, The King of Carolina to discuss the 2024 NCAA Division 1 Tournament. 2024-03-2159 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Andre DawsonSwartz Talkin' Sports welcome 2010 MLB Hall of Famer Andre Dawson.2024-03-141h 00
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with ESPN Radio Host - Randy SlackRandy Slack of Slack on Sports ESPN Wilmington joins the show to discuss the local sports scene including the UNCW Seahawks, the Wilmington Sharks and much, much more.2024-03-071h 26
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Jeremy RoenickJoin Les and Al in this episode as they host special guest and 9X NHL All-Star - Jeremy Roenick.2024-03-011h 20
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with 5x 1st Team All-Pro - Eric DickersonIn this episode, Les and Al welcome Eric Dickerson to the show.2024-02-211h 07
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Brian Holloway - Part 2 Celebrating Black HistoryIn this episode Al Chester Sr joins Les as a Co-Host. Their special guest is New England Patriots All-Pro Brian Holloway. This episode will celebrate black history and briefly touch on the upcoming Superbowl.2024-02-091h 08
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Jerome "The Bus" BettisIn this episode Les welcomes the Class of 2015 Hall of Famer Jerome "The Bus" Bettis.2024-02-0754 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with UFC Contender Joe SoleckiIn this episode Les welcomes current UFC Lightweight Contender Joe Solecki.2024-02-011h 23
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Brian HollowayIn this episode Les welcomes former New England Patriots All-Pro Brian Holloway.2024-01-251h 19
Swartz Talkin' SportsBob Lobel Part 2 Unfinished BusinessBob Lobel is back this week to continue the conversation. 2024-01-201h 06
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Bob Lobel Part 1Les welcomes former WBZ Sport Director Bob Lobel to talk the Boston sports scene, Patriots football and more...2024-01-201h 08
Swartz Talkin' SportsCFP - Road To The Champ!In this episode, former Auburn Tiger Bob Harris and former Florida A&M quarterback Al Chester Sr join Les to discuss the College Football Playoffs and the Road To The Champ!2023-12-281h 11
Swartz Talkin' SportsJim McMahon InterviewIn this episode Les talks with Chicago Bears all time great quaterback - Jim McMahon. 2023-12-2738 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsByron Scott InterviewIn this episode, Les talks with 3x NBA Champion with the LA Lakers - Byron Scott.2023-12-1459 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsLive Viewer Driven ShowIn this episode, Les and Benny field questions from the listening audience. 2023-12-141h 01
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with Al Chester Sr.In this episode Les talks with Florida A&M great Al Chester Sr.2023-12-101h 05
Swartz Talkin' SportsCFP Preview ShowIn this episode, Les chats with former St. Louis Football Cardinal Bob Harris and Ohio State Buckeye fan Todd Treeger on the CFP and Heisman hopefuls.2023-11-2752 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsIrv Smith Sr InterviewLes chats with former Notre Dame and New Orleans Saints Tight End Irv Smith Sr about his career in college and pro ball. 2023-11-1639 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsCharles Oakley InterviewSpecial Guest - former NBA All-Star Charles Oakley talks about his career with Michael Jordan and the Bulls, plus Pat Riley and the NY Knicks. 2023-11-0223 min
Swartz Talkin' SportsAt The MoviesIn this show, Les and John discuss the greatest sports movies in the areas of Football, Baseball, Basketball, and Hockey. 2023-10-1937 min
No Lies Just BSEpisode Three-Hundred and Thirty-Four: Ben ProudmanBack again on the NLJBS podcast, we've got great friend of the show Mr. Ben Proudman hanging out and talkin' shit with Nick. Ben comes down to Alley Cat Tattoo in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley from Frederick, MD and Black Label Tattoo. It's a wild and varied volley of conversation between these two that goes all over the place, so there's sure to be something of interest to you in there. Enjoy and we'll see you this weekend at the Richmond Tattoo Convention in the capital of Virginia. Keepin' it real.2023-10-172h 29
Swartz Talkin' SportsInterview with MLB Great Vince ColemanIn this episode, Les talks with Vince about his professional baseball career with the St. Louis Cardinals. Vince shares talks about the science behind base stealing, and much, much more! This show is a must see or listen!2023-10-121h 04
Swartz Talkin' SportsMLB Playoffs Preview Show 2023In this episode I chat with Greg Stofko and Benny The Book on the MLB Playoff matchups and MVP races. 2023-10-051h 21
Swartz Talkin' SportsSwartz Talkin' Sports with Special Guest Lance SeymourIn this episode Les talks with Lance Seymour about his college career and the 44th Ryder Cup.2023-09-281h 04
Swartz Talkin' SportsSwartz Talkin' Sports with Special Guest Bob HarrisIn this episode Les talks with Bob Harris former Auburn Tiger and NFL St Louis Cardinal about his college and pro career.2023-09-281h 24
Swartz Talkin' SportsWomen in Sports, Transgender Athletes, & moreIn this episode we talk with Coach Jack Smithlin on the topics of Women in Sports, Transgender Athletes, & more.2023-09-151h 00
Swartz Talkin' Sports2023 NFL Preview ShowJoin us for the NFL Preview Show with special guest former 4 year starting Wide Receiver for Assumption College - John Irwin, and of course The King of the Carolinas, Benny "The Book." Benny will have some pretty interesting predictions this week.2023-09-071h 07
Swartz Talkin' Sports2023 College Football Kickoff ShowIn this episode we'll be discussing College Football's Top 10, Heisman hopefuls, and Benny "The Book's" College Picks for Week 1.2023-08-3152 minHank Patterson's Outdoor MisAdventuresEpisode 404 - Coffee Anyone?On this weeks episode we're talkin' snake prisoner revenge, Hank's history with beer and how to roast your own coffee beans over a campfire. And we have more music from our friends Hillfolk Noir! You like the tunes? That's who's singin' 'em. Enjoy! 2022-02-031h 07
No Lies Just BSEpisode Two-Hundred and Sixty-Two: E.J. from V.A.Just before the big Alley Cat Tattoo Twentieth Anniversary Celebration in Rocktown - Harrisonburg, V.A. - Nick got a visit from a good friend Evan and his brother Corey from back in the day. This is an episode of memories and stories and talkin' shit about cops and folks and just kickin' it for a damn long and entertaining bullshit session. If you're a fan of the show, you will be right at home in the setting of this one, and if you're new you're gonna hear about a wild place nestled in the mountains of Virginia and...2021-09-212h 56Hank Patterson's Outdoor MisAdventuresEpisode 324 - Gator Trappers WantedLooking to learn some valuable lessons about the the great outdoors? Keep on scrolling! No learnin' here. Looking to laugh at complete outdoor nonsense? Hit the play button! This week we're talkin' gators, Kevin and the kids pond fishing, a sure way to shut down a water slide reality TV show and much much more. Enjoy! 2021-07-151h 18
No Lies Just BSEpisode Two-Hundred and Forty-Nine: Slim BrownThat's right. Slim. Motherfucking. Brown! Back on NLJBS, talkin' with Nick for a few hours and it's non-stop, man. Slim goes hard and there's not a millisecond of dead air to be found. This episode is super special, not only to have the privilege of the wisdom and whim of Slim, but you can hear throughout the sounds of a tattoo being executed by the one and only Mike Wilson. It's a great time with freakin' great stories with a killer tattoo shop filled with close friends and good times and you can feel the vibe throughout the episode...2021-06-221h 56
No Lies Just BSEpisode Two-Hundred and Thirty-Five: Skin ThrillsAlmost twenty years ago, Nick helped put Alley Cat Tattoo together for the owners Troy & Griz. Ever since the podcast began, Nick has been trying to get these guys on an episode. Well NLJBS veteran Dustin Golden flew in to Roanoke, down the road from Alley Cat, and got his dad Mike "Griz" Golden to join in on a bullshit session. Multi-episode veteran Nate Hall of Old Heavy Hands and Legacy Irons Tattoo fame was around as well, in addition to girlfriends, wives, apprentices and dogs all packed in to The Golden Building which is home to Skin Thrills...2021-03-163h 39
No Lies Just BSEpisode Two-Hundred and Six: Alley CatAfter multiple cancellations of planned podcasts, the crew at Alley Cat Tattoo came through. For you. Like they do. It's true. After laying out a killer spread of grilled seafood and tasty beverages, Nick set up a huge space to socially distance everyone and then set out to capture some awesome stories about the history of the shop and the old days of Harrisonburg, VA and also stories from folks new and old from the shop. You'll hear from a hype Chris Porter (attempts to edit his numerous bellowing outbursts proved futile) and a super appreciative Jake Hockman. Every...2020-08-253h 56
No Lies Just BSEpisode One-Hundred and Ninety-Four: Short Stories 3Rollin' with the changes wrought by quarantine, we've got some more excellent stories phoned in by some great friends of the show. Enjoy Justin Weatherholz and Nick talkin' about some crazy tattoo experiences and reminiscing about Pagoda Tattoo Convention. Excellent stuff. Then we have a first time appearance on No Lies Just Bullshit for the one and only Doug Hardy. He lays down some killer nostalgia for this episode and hopefully will be back in the future to elaborate. Then the wonderful Deb Yarian brings us some crazy tales from her life in tattoo shops and hangs out with...2020-06-021h 56
No Lies Just BSEpisode One-Hundred and Ninety-One: Andy ShermanHe's been on a few times before and it's always a great time hanging out with Andy Sherman and Nick when they get goin' together talkin' about all kinds of stuff. Good ol' country livin' is the main topic at hand, but you know there's gonna be some great tattoo stories and some music discussion you won't wanna miss! It's still a weird time in the world right now, so the backwoods duo touches on some relevant topics ranging from things that are happening in the world right now to old traditions and discussions. It's a good'n. ...2020-05-122h 40
No Lies Just BSEpisode One-Hundred and Seventy: Brother HawkSouthern blues rockers and friends of the podcast Brother Hawk stopped by Harrisonburg during their recent tour and sat down once again with Nick and talked a LOT of shit and had another great time. You will too. Holiday schedules & shit have made things crazy around Alley Cat and so there's not a Shop Talk at the end of this one, however: there's a version of a Shop Talk in the form of Nick & the Bro-Hawks talkin' about a couple classic songs that you won't wanna miss. Porter & Andrew will return soon. Enjoy!2019-12-172h 06
No Lies Just BSEpisode One-Hundred and Thirty: Goldberg & KnucklesWhile Nick & Richie were at the hotel across from the Philadelphia Tattoo Convention this year, Jason Goldberg returns for another episode of NLJBS. He's local at Olde City Tattoo and also owns the Black Vulture gallery in Philly. Along with Goldberg is Joey Knuckles out of Columbus, Ohio where he owns three shops. There's a ton of shit-talkin' and stories that span all the topics you might expect from this crew. And just a lot of fuckin' around in between. Buckle up and check it out! Also, you're in for a Shop Talk treat as...2019-03-123h 44
No Lies Just BSEpisode One Hundred and Twenty: Cody KleinMr. Cody Klein from Inksmith & Rogers down in sunny Jacksonville, FL headed up to the hills and talked some shit with Nick for a few hours. This is some good ol' storytellin' and good times talkin' to kick off two thousand and nineteen the right way. Hell yeah! Porter kicks it one more time in a Shop Talk duet with Nick. Andrew should be back next week. Here's a beginning to so many more great tattoos in the new year.2019-01-022h 16
No Lies Just BSEpisode One Hundred and Eighteen: Chuck HerstineChuck Herstine is the father of Troy and Adam Herstine, good friends of Nick. All three are key players in the history of Alley Cat Tattoo and Adam can be heard on the show as well. Chuck has been around and has all kinds of stories to share about his life and also all kinds of shit talkin' with Nick. This is a great one, for sure. Porter joins for Shop Talk and it's a short one without the mighty Andrew Conner this week. Enjoy.2018-12-181h 53
No Lies Just BSEpisode One Hundred and Seven: Slim BrownThis episode features Slim Brown from Louisville, KY. There are a TON of amazing old tattoo stories on here as well as a lotta liquor talk and a lil' bit of everything else thrown in. Nick has a great time talkin' with Slim before he went back to Acme Tattoos in the bluegrass state. It's a good thing, too because we ain't got no Shop Talk this week. Shit happens and it has all been good shit, so it's a good problem to have. Tune in next week for the return of Porter & Andrew.2018-10-022h 17
No Lies Just BSEpisode Ninety-Three: Uncle DaveLongtime friend of Nick and husband to Miss Erma, Uncle Dave tells all kinds o' killer stories datin' back to the seventies and giving you a taste of what it's like to be a super genius friend of Nick Swartz talkin' all kinds o' bullshit. This one is just fun and enjoyable, like hanging out with these two great friends. Porter and Andrew come in with a killer Shop Talk on this episode and talk all that shit with each other as they discuss some amazing tattoos with Nick.2018-06-262h 17
No Lies Just BSEpisode Fifty-Six: Steve "Steve-O" Harding*...formerly titled "Crime" Steve-O is back and I'm not talkin' about the guy from Jackass. Long time member of the Alley Cat family and frequent mention on the podcast joins us at the Richmond Tattoo and Arts Festival, just like he did in Rochester and this is just a kickass episode where we get to sit in on one of a billion conversations he's had with Nick. This time on some good shit they both love. Stick around, though - stick around! There's an oversized - big panther - sized Shop Talk to follow where...2017-10-102h 13
No Lies Just BSEpisode Twenty-Eight: Tony Riccio*...formerly titled "Gee" Tony Riccio slides over from Va Beach to hang out at Alley Cat with Nick, Andrew and Porter. Trevor pops in for a bit, too. The bullshit gets real deep real quick on this one and the laughter and stories are overwhelming enough that if you didn't read this, you wouldn't know who the hell Nick is talkin' to until over halfway through this episode. No Shop Talk this week since this one went a bit long, and all the JMU students have the shop absolutely slammed this time o...2017-03-281h 43
No Lies Just BSEpisode Nineteen: Sara Pennington*...formerly titled "Dubtown" So this episode is a bit long, a bit wild and very much all over the place. I actually considered recording an intro for this one to explain some of what's going on, but then I thought - nah! It's just bullshit! Right? So Nick is talkin' with Sara, our body piercer at Alley Cat. But she's also just an all-out kickass chick who's become a celebrity for all the awesome shit she does, workin' at the shop and because - well, have you SEEN her?! Come on! Sara's p...2017-01-311h 27
No Lies Just BSEpisode Fourteen: Dave Boysno Pt. 2*...formerly titled "Spark" Don't miss this episode! Even if you haven't heard part one (though, I highly recommend you do) you've got to hear some of the classic tales on this one. Lots of recognizable names are brought up while Nick and Dave bullshit their way through this second hour of good times and stories. This is why we do it, folks. Talkin' about good times and sharing stories about all the things we love. This time focusing on tattoos. Who knows what's next. Keep listening and let us know if...2016-12-2747 min
No Lies Just BSEpisode Six: Andrew Conner Pt. 2*...formerly titled "Damie" I won't waste time with a long description on this one. If you didn't catch Episode Five, it was part one of Nick talkin' with the amazingly talented and loyal Andrew Conner. This is Part Two. Listen.2016-11-0441 min