NFL “legal tampering” is underway, and plenty of free agent movement,  including a new quarterback for the Jets. Plus, thoughts on new basketball reality shows. 

 An everyman. A workingman’s actor. An icon. Erik and Brian share their favorite Gene Hackman roles.  Plus, thoughts on the Oscars.  

Was UConn- St. John’s a litmus test for both programs? Also, the Yankees ditch a policy that restricted personal (facial) growth.

Should the NBA do away with All-Star Weekend? Erik and Brian debate, plus thoughts on the SNL Anniversary Special and The Breakfast Club turns 40.

The Eagles' destruction of the Chiefs changes the historical trajectory of several players and coaches. Plus, the Jets and Aaron Rodgers appear headed for divorce.

Erik and Brian react to the stunning Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers. Also, Super Bowl trivia to whet the appetite for the big game and the guys make their game picks.

A Super Bowl rematch from two years ago, the greatness of Patrick Mahomes, and can UConn basketball get back on track?

Erik and Brian recap the NFL’s Divisional Round weekend and make their picks for Championship Sunday. Plus, college football’s scheduling problem and Pete Alonso’s losing gamble. 

Turns out NFL Wild Card weekend wasn’t that wild, thanks to five blowouts. So, it’s on to the divisional round, featuring a heavyweight matchup between the Ravens and the Bills. Erik and Brian make their picks.

The Giants and Patriots make quick decisions on their head coaches. Erik and Brian also make their picks for Wild Card Weekend.

It’s the first ED/BC Podcast of 2025. Erik and Brian discuss problems plaguing the College Football Playoff, realistic Super Bowl contenders, and those we lost as 2024 ended.

Remember choosing a movie based on thumbs up or thumbs down? Matt Singer does. He joins Erik and Brian to discuss his book on legendary film critics Siskel and Ebert.

The NFL MVP race is over, the Yankees land a stud starting pitcher, and (thanks to a new documentary) Erik and Brian remember The New York Sack Exchange.

The Mets made baseball superstar Juan Soto an offer he couldn’t refuse. Yankees fan Erik and Mets fan Brian give their thoughts on the mega deal and what happens next for both teams. 

UConn’s men’s team takes a huge tumble in the rankings, Aaron Rodgers looks old, and Axel Foley turns 40 (kind of).

Not hyperbole to say the Cowboys-Commanders game might be one of the weirdest NFL games ever played. It’s also not hyperbole to say the Giants are the worst team in football.

Erik starts the show by sharing his experience watching the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson spectacle, and then he and Brian review an exciting NFL Sunday.

The Jets, Cowboys, and Giants stink. Erik and Brian discuss why and how NFL Sunday has become a bummer.

Times are tough for the Cowboys, and things will likely get worse. The Giants need to consider a quarterback change. Plus, what should the Yankees do after their World Series loss?

The Yankees look to rebound in the Fall Classic after dropping the first two games in LA. Speaking of fall and dropping, is this rock bottom for Aaron Rodgers and the Jets?

The Fall Classic is almost here and Erik and Brian have some BOLD predictions. Plus, NFL talk, and Erik’s awkward exchange with Rick Pitino. 

The Jets complete a long-rumored trade. Will it help turn their season around? Also, why Erik DOESN’T want to see a Mets-Yankees World Series.

Breaking news as Erik and Brian discuss the Jets firing head coach Robert Saleh. Then, the Mets and the Yankees are still chasing October baseball glory.

The Mets are flying high, the Jets are grounded, and the Knicks make a big move.  Plus, wecremember Pete Rose and Kris Kristofferson.

The Mets face the Braves in a huge late-season series in Atlanta, but will a Hurricane force a change in plans? Plus, can the Giants finally beat the Cowboys? Thursday night is must-see TV.