Thursday, February 02, 2012

Cowboys Email Bag with Pat Kirwan

For this week's Cowboys Email Bag, I thought we could start with a discussion on the radio show (The Bob and Dan Show, Sportsradio 1310 The Ticket in Dallas, 12p-3p M-F) from Wednesday's show when we had a visit with NFL analyst Pat Kirwan about the Cowboys present situation. Kirwan is veteran front office executive and coach, as well as a noted author of one of the most helpful football books I have ever seen called "Take Your Eyes Off the Ball".

In visiting with him about the Cowboys defensive situation, and the success that Wade Phillips had in Houston after his scheme and plan did not work as well in Dallas at the end.

"We always talk about the 3-4 outside linebackers when talking with Bill Cowher, and he wants to start with his defensive ends. Go Study the tapes. Aaron Smith sets up a lot of things. He's so good that he forces the tackle to go with him into the B-gap and then the outside rusher is on a back. The guys that build (The 3-4 schemes) will tell you to start right there (with the defensive ends). Not with the outside linebackers. They are the finishing touch - we are going to set it up so that they are going to be on backs a lot, and when that happens, you are going to win."

"Most guys treat Dallas as if they are a 4-3 defense. They don't believe DeMarcus is ever going to drop and they don't believe the other guy is that much of a threat, so they look at you as if you are what we call a "4-3 Under". If you stop the film right after the snap, the Cowboys look just like a 4-3 under defense all of the time."

"I think if you were playing a true 3-4, then Ratliff should not be a nose tackle. He should be out, just like Vince Wilfork, who is playing more as a 5-technique quite a bit now and I think Haloti Ngata got everybody creatively thinking about how to do it. But as long as you are playing basically a 4-3 defense and Ratliff is basically a 1-gap player, he's ok there."


Kirwan was then asked about the wisdom of ever dropping Ware into coverage. Why would you ever drop your best rusher into pass defense?

"You better do it once in a while, because if you don't, they will just call him the end in the protection schemes and the tackle is always going to turn to him. And the guard will always turn to the "5-technique" and the back will always be on the (inside) linebacker."

The conversation was a lot of what we have discussed in this space and other Cowboys spots for quite some time, but I never considered it quite like he put it. The rest of the league schemes against the Cowboys as if they were a 4-3 defense all along. And maybe, to some extent, the Cowboys coach as if they are a 4-3 defense, based on the way they use Ratliff inside. If almost every successful 3-4 in football uses their nose tackle as a 2-gapping, 330-pound speed bump, but the Cowboys still use a penetrating 1-gapper like Ratliff, are they secretly conceding that they see their talent in this way as well? It would explain their stubbornness about moving Ratliff out to end, which conventional wisdom would seem to point towards.

Surely, the key to getting the 3-4 to actually mimic what Pittsburgh, Baltimore, San Francisco, New England (for years), New York Jets, and Green Bay have used, would be to actually attempt to find your versions of some of their key parts. And I don't know how you can possibly do that with such a differing player right in the middle of the scheme.

A 2-gapping speed bump occupies a center and guard on every play and makes the running plays on the inside practically impossible. But with Ratliff, as good as he is at penetrating, there are times where the guards can take an initial push on him, but then easily slide clean on to the inside linebackers and get 2 different guys on run plays. It just makes the scheme completely different.

And as Kirwan pointed out in the pass rush, Pittsburgh gets their success initially with some lack of certainty in the protection schemes on how to deal with the pass rush. When the DE (5-techniques) are lined up directly over a tackle and then dive for the B-gap (the space between the tackle and guard), then the tackle can either let him go or stay with him. Either way, it is a split second decision that he must get right. If he let's him go, then the guard has to be on the same page and not worried about anything to his inside. If he stays with him, then the outside linebacker is 1-on-1 with the linebacker, a matchup that the defense wins way more than it loses.

Here are a few emails, including the first one about the topic above:

Is there any way for you to expound upon what Pat was just talking about when he was describing our defense at the snap as a 4-3 Under defense? If you could do something on your blog, that would be very informative, but really just a run down of what that means in how the offense blocks our alignment.

P1 Tim in Austin


Sure, Tim. To explain the 4-3 under/4-3 over defenses at a very, basic and primitive level, just think of it as putting your strength as a defense on either the strong side (side of the tight end) or weak side (opposite the tight end). I certainly don't claim to be a coach, but at least at the most basic level, the defensive ends stay over the tackles and the defensive tackles are either on the strong side guard and the weak side A-gap (gap between the center and guard) for the over, or they shift to the weak side guard and the strong side A-Gap for the under. The linebackers then take the gaps that are left over, and this is where we discuss the concepts of "gap integrity" when plugging up the running game.

So, from a Cowboys perspective, Ware is always on the weak side, Spencer is always on the strong-side with the tight end. Therefore, you can see how some people who look at the Cowboys and their tendencies would simply treat the Cowboys defense as a 4-3 under, declare Ratliff as a player who is working one of the gaps on either side of the center and that Ware should be treated as simply a 4-3 DE in most cases.

We are only talking very slight differences here, and the Cowboys run a 4-3 defense on 3rd downs already, with Ratliff and Hatcher as DTs and Spencer and Ware as DEs. But, for those of us who go on and on about the Cowboys not actually doing what the league is doing with the 3-4 scheme, it generally comes down to 2 things: 1) do they run the inside the same way (no, they have a 290 pound 1-gapping NT) and do they cause protection confusion and get their LBs matched up on RBs often enough (no, they have DEs who provide no threat to a protection scheme, so the tackles always stay on Ware and Spencer).

Hey, Bob-

Why don't you think the Cowboys need to sign a defensive back in free agency? It seems that you are constantly campaigning for linemen, while the rest of the Cowboys media is talking about Brent Grimes and Cortland Finnegan.

Why do you feel this way?

James


Well, allow me to be clear here. I do think the Cowboys have personnel issues in their secondary. However, I do think that the problems - many of which are referenced above - are more significant on the DL and OL. I think the secondary would look way improved if the opposing QB did not have all day to throw. The old saying is, "Pressure gets picks, coverage gets sacks". It is not always true, but if I had JJ Watt or my other pipe dream, Calais Campbell added to my DL, I think you would see that Orlando Scandrick and Mike Jenkins would look way better.

The question is not about finding Terence Newman's replacement. He needs replacing, and the Cowboys need a top corner badly. The question posed to me is where I am putting my top priorities as I enter the off-season. And, I remain clear not this, I hope.

Priority #1 is an interior stud on the OL like Carl Nicks or perhaps drafting a Peter Konz type.

Priority #2 is to find a DE or NT that can finally help Ratliff and Ware construct the type of defensive front that could take over a game like the Giants have routinely found.

Then, Priority #3 is to improve my secondary. I badly need a corner and a safety, but I think we saw that Abram Elam was decent and I did not lose games because of Elam this year. I did lose games because my lines were average to below average. I have to get that fixed.

So, I am taking a corner in the draft or sniffing around the DBs in free agency, but if I have a voice in the war-room (and I don't), then I am pounding the table for big players who can change a game at the line of scrimmage.

Wednesday, February 01, 2012

2010 BaD Radio Podcasts




2010



While BaD Radio's on vacation, what you say we take a look back at all the Irv and Joe Games they've played. This is part two of two.


While BaD Radio's on vacation, what you say we take a look back at all the Irv and Joe Games they've played. This is part one of two.


Welcome all you P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the crew talks to Mavs new big man Tyson Chandler. They then review the new documentary in the ESPN 30 for 30 series "Pony Excess" about the SMU death penalty in the 80's. Finally the fellas review that kinda-racist Cowboys VS Redskins liner that has been airing during commercial breaks on the station.


Hello fellow P1's! Welcome to another brilliant eddition of the BaD Radio podcast. First the gang gives their White Elephant Day review and focus on the battle between Gordo and Bob. Next the crew jump on Sean Bass as he is now engaged and get all the details. Finally BaD Radio talks to Bill Guerin about his retirement.


Welcome P1s! This week on the BaD Radio podcast Donovan discusses his 2010 Christmas card featuring his dog Wink. They then delve into the topic of the Arizona Cardinals and Derek Anderson twisting off on the media for asking him why he was smiling on TV during a loss. Next Scoops Calahan (1930's Reporter guy) has another run in with LeBron James. They then talk to the Washington Capitals PR guy Nate Ewell and have a conversation with Mark Cuban where he delves into college athletics.


Why hello P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast Dan reviews the Roger Waters "The Wall" show he went to go see and it was incredible! Next the show has thanksgiving at Donovans grandmothers house and watches Twiggy square off against Nicole. Finally the guys promote an upcoming interview with Jimmy Johnson which includes a Tom VS Dan fight.


Hello P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the gang breaks down some of the Roy Williams' comments that makes Dan do some statistcal analysis. Donovan then has a Sampler Platter where he presents Rap music using components of other classic rock music within it. Finally the crew delves into the relationship status of TC Fleming


Why hello P1's! This week on a very awesome BaD Radio podcast the fellas give their initial impressions of Jason Garrett as cowboys head coach as he officially claims the title. Next the guys give everyone a forewarning in regard to free agent pitching contracts in correlation to Cliff Lee. Finally Bob gives his exclusive review of the film Jackass 3-D.


Welcome P1's! This week on a very somber BaD Radio podcast the guys morn over the Rangers loss in the World Series to the San Francisco Giants but, remember all the amazing moments of this historical run. Dan tells the story of Killer asking him to get him a souvenir cup and gave him one from the trash because he wouldn't be sold one after the seventh inning. They also touch on ticket stubs. Finally the guys sit down with the lead singer of the Butthole Surfers Gibby Haynes. AWESOME!


Oh hey there P1's! Welcome to another eddition of the BaD Radio Podcast. First the gang discuss the Rangers winning the pennant against the hated Yankees and they look on to the World Series! They then play audio of an interview with Tom Hicks where he talks about going bankrupt and A-Rod. Finally the crew plays another round of Homer Call of the Week.


Welcome mighty P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the crew talks about the brilliance of Cliff Lee and where he will eventully sign in the post season. Next the guys ddiscuss the fan who ran on the field during the ALCS series who was trying to take down A-Rod. Finally the crew dissects the Mad Men Season Finale. Plus Screenless with George.


Welcome loyal P1's! This week on a stellar BaD Radio podcast the guys talk about the Rangers winning the ALDS and Cliff Lee. The guys then have their first interview with the legend Bob Knight since the infamous Corby incident at the SMU athletic forum. Finally the fellas simulcast with BBC Liverpool to talk about Tom Hicks selling the Liverpool team to the owners of the Red Sox.


Welcome P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the guys discuss Rangers in the playoffs after a win pitched by CJ Wilson hitting on Michael Young and is this fate? The fellas then have an insightful and funny interview with ex Man Show host and podcast host Adam Carolla in studio. Finally Bob has some done some research on Felix Jones and they discuss.


Hello P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the crew discuss the issues of the Dallas ISD Super Intendent who is in the middle of some controversy. Next the gang discusses in depth the Rangers and Stars TV contracts and the business of sports in general. Finally Stephen Tobolowsky comes in studio and shares more stories about his crazy life with the BaD Radio gang.


Welcome fellow P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the fellas have a Re-Exmination of the  2006 NFL Draft. The boys then play some stunning audio from Roy Williams where he takes a few jabs at the media. Finally the crew have a report on the status of the upcoming Guest Booking League punishment where Seans girlfriend isn't going along with the bit.


Welcome P1's! This week on an explosive episode of the BaD Radio Podcast the guys interview the great Deion Sanders and they talked about the Cowboys! Next the boys tackle a youtube video sent to Bob on the topic of fan attitude focusing on the college scene and crowds being loud enough. Finally the guys look back on the 9th anniversary of September 11th.


Welcome P1's! This week on the podcast Bad Radio talks about intergration of the ticker booth and examines the infamous Tara ticker. Next the boys start up a new season of Homer Call of the Week. Finally the gang talks about the whole toll road thing where Bob and Dan get letters for missed tolls followed by a follow up.


Why hello P1's! This week on the podcast BaD Radio discusses in length the story of the Southlake high school quarterback Daxx Garman who has been in trouble for intelligibility and other  recruiting violations. After that insightful segment Bob tells the story of him trying to cash an old check from the Ticket when it was owned by Susquehanna.


Welcome P1's! This week BaD Radio discusses the new documentary in the ESPN 30 for 30 series titled "Jordan Rides The Bus" about Michael Jordan playing for the White Socks. They then delve into Fight Night and the unfortunate technical meltdown. Finally another episode of the Guest Booking League the fellas sitting down with author Chuck Klosterman.


Welcome back P1'S! This week on a sports intensive podcast the crew talks with the Cowboys offensive line coach Hudson Houk and talk about the differences of training camp from then and now. Dan then shares his troubles with his Fantasy Football League who wants to kick him out for not going to the get togethers. Finally the crew interviews the very robotic Jason Garrett. All this plus the Albert Haynesworth Challenge.


BaD radio holds its Guest Booking League each year since 2005 for one purpose: to punish the show member who books the least amount of guests. In the second of two historical podcasts, we revisit the 2007, 2008 and 2009 seasons: Open Mic Night, the Hockey Knights and Grubes Grubes' stand-up routine.


BaD radio holds its Guest Booking League each year since 2005 for one purpose: to punish the show member who books the least amount of guests. In the first of two historical podcasts, we revisit the 2005 and 2006 seasons: the Dunk Tank and the Run Of Shame.


Welcome great P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast, the gang talks to the man whose life inspired the movie Goodfellas, Henry Hill.  Next the boys analyzes the Rangers' bidding war between the Chuck Greenberg/ Nolan Ryan group and Mark Cuban. Finally the guys break down the Antoine Dotson viral internet video sensation.


Welcome P1's! This week BaD Radio catches passes from Stephen McGee at Dallas Cowboys Training Camp. They then review the film Inception and try to figure out what it all means. Finally the team go through a grab bag of Cowboys stuff including asking Phil Costa about Inception and the most interesting storyline of Dallas Cowboys training camp; Mike Tepper getting gruesomely run over by a car. Oh of course screenless!


Welcome P1's! This week on an exciting BaD Radio podcast the crew delves into the story of Jakes big night which ended with him losing his car. Next on the Guest Booking League the gang talks with the Whataburger Guy in a must hear interview. Finally the fellas throw it down with Omar from The Wire and have an interview you cant miss. Yo Omar commin!!!


Welcome fellow P1's! This week BaD Radio talks about the planning of Twiggy's 40th birthday party. Next the guys reveal the truth about purple drank as former Aggie Johnny Jolly gets busted for codeine. Those first two segments with contributions from the the great Computer. Finally the guys sit down with the new viral internet sensation; the Double Rainbow guy.


Welcome sweet clean P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast Bob and Donovan talk about returning from vacation while Dan is taking an extra day. Next the guys talk with Big Foot encounter veteran Tim Peeler as part of their Guest booking League. Finally the crew talks about the Lebron "Decision" and how Dan is handling it.


Welcome P1's! This week the BaD Radio crew plays a new segment titled "Hey Man, You Look Like a Moron" focusing on people at UFC fights and flat billed baseball caps. Next Dan plays everyone some great audio of him showing his family his Hitler 'stache. Finally Donovan reviews the classic film The Godfather and he gave it an A++. Oh, and of course SCREENLESS!


Hello mighty P1's! This week BaD Radio discusses the controversy of Vince Young getting into a fight at a local strip club. Next the guys review another great entry in the 30 for 30 documentary series about the OJ Simpson chase. Finally BaD has their yearly visit to the Nice Look Barbershop and get views and opinions from their patrons.


Welcome P1's! This week BaD Radio reminisces with their old friend Gabe Kapler and talk about the good old days. Next the gang talks about news stories and plays a game of "Whos the A-Hole" focusing on carrying waters into theme and out of TMS. Finally the guys remember John Wooden by playing audio of Larry Brown crying over his death.


Welcome P1's! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the gang talks about the Armando Galarraga perfect game that wasent and the umpire Jim Joyce who blew the call. Next the team does BaD Radio Reports on Bobs college broadcasting career in Lynchburg with some great audio. Finally Dan recieves a note from the program director of his old station in Dayton.


Welcome P1'S! This week on the BaD Radio podcast the crew breaks down the Lost series finale and lament over the shows end. Next the guys receive a call from George Dunham's blue flame as they are talking about Jeff Baker lighting his farts on fire. Finally the crew sits down with "Groundhog Day's" Stephen Tobolowsky and he shares many of his crazy life stories.


Welcome P1's to a very interview heavy episode of the BaD Radio podcast! They first talk to Jon Daniels live from the Ball Park in Arlington and talk about what it takes to be a GM. Next the guys talk to Vladimir Guerrero at the ballpark and had an exclusive interview in Spanish!  Finally the boys try to one up the Musers with their reactionary interview with  Dez Bryant.


Welcome P1'S! This week BaD Radio protests the mustache wheel and the Musers taking liberties in changing up the payoff rules involving the Hitler mustache. Next the gang yuks it up with Rangers pitcher Derek Holland and the origins of the "Dutch Oven." Finally the crew puts their lists together and draw for this years Guest Booking League.


Welcome P1'S! On this episode of the BaD Radio podcast the guys recap their loss at the Great Game between Team Hardline and Team Musers. Next they talks about Bobs research on the Mavs' Average Distance per Shot and their overuse of parameter shots. Finally the boys chronicle the events of the thwarted Times Square bombing.


Oh hey P1's! This explosive week on BaD Radio the gang recaps the Tickets draft broadcast and plays some hilarious audio. Next the crew address the Mike Bacsik twitter situation which led to his firing and discuss the dangers of mixing alcohol and twitter. Finally the gang broadcasts from the Woodford Reserve Musers Camp out where comedy ensue!


Welcome P1's! This week on a very draft centric podcast, BaD Radio talks to the great Deion Sanders about the draft and Dez Bryant. The gang then talk to Jerry Jones at the SMU Athletic Forum and talk about finances, the new Stadium, the draft, being recorded secretly on a cell phone, and Entourge. . Finally the guys play some awesome draft audio with a few lunch pails, hugging, and Tebow.


Hello P1's. This week on BaD Radio the guys interview Damon Wayans which starts out awkwardly but picks up to be a great listen. Next the on BaD Radio Reports, Bob talks about his London trip and tours the Tower of London with audio from his tour guide where he spits the truth about Braveheart. Finally Dan recaps his poison ivy incident and talks about his mommie issues.


Hola P1's! This week on the best show on The Ticker Sports, BaD Radio reflects on Mike Modano's special moment in the last game of his career as people gave him a standing ovation right before he scores the game tieing goal and wins the game in a shootout. The fellas then interview Caron Butler and go to the Barber Shop to get the Community's reaction to Tiger Woods.


Hey P1's! This Week on BaD Radio they boys sit down with Mark Cuban and talk about movies, the Russian Cuban, Hockey, and his American Airlines life time pass  Donnie reviews the Coen Brothers film Fargo and watched it twice and he liked it! Finally we take a trip into Dan's World where Dan has some parenting dilemmas.


Why hello P1's! This week BaD Radio reviews the bizarre Dave Bliss case which involved a coverup involving a player murdering another player and Bliss trying to cover it up. Next on the podcast BaD radio throws down the intern Ticket Promo Challenge involving Intern Will and TC. Finally the gang asks if Michael Jordan has a Hitler mustache. Oh... Screenless!


Welcome dirty P1's! This week BaD Radio reviews what is Gay and Not Gay touching upon owning a Cowboys teddy bear, taking your own pillow on a trip, shoes up on the dashboard, choosing the winner of each march madness mach up by what city he would rather shop in, dip spitting in the same styrofoam cup, asking a buddy to pick your tie, Facebook, and seeing how tall you are compared to your brother. Finally the gang fully covers the Ron Washington cocaine incident. Oh, and screenless!


Yo fellow P1's! This week om the BaD Radio podcast, the crew finds an interesting cab driver in Washington, DC who loves to talk about his homeland of Gana and sports. Next the guys broadcasts live from Buffalo and talk to a station employee from the local station. Finally we chronicle the infamous Scoops Callahan controversy in Buffalo as the show gets in trouble with the Capitals. All from the Annual Dallas Stars Roadtrip.



Welcome sweet-clean P1's. This week on the BaD Radio show Bob and Dan talk some fantasy baseball as they talk about their team "The Generals" spring draft. After that the fellas talk to former Dallas Star Bill Guerin to talk about their future road trip with the Stars. Finally the show celebrates Dan's 41st birthday with a a Calves snuggie and a birthday song. Bonus: Dan is sick "behind the music" audio for the ender!


Hello Preference 1's! This week BaD Radio talks to Dallas Star and Team Canada member Brenden Morrow live from the 2010 Olympics. Next the show gives a grab bag of topics including Jay-Z, Hot Tub Time Machine, and Bobs rant about Speedskating vs Soccer in the Netherlands.  Finally the show hosts the Homer Bowl X with winner being Godley HS vs Pilot Point.


Welcome P1s to another great addition of the BaD Radio podcast. First off the bat the BaD Radio gang get into new Dallas Maverick Caron Butler's fascinating backstory. Next the the gang hosts the Homer Call semifinal. Finally the BaD crew listens to the latest work of Scoops Callahan as he sets his sights on Steve Nash and Tim Duncan. BONUS: Mark Followill gets some national TV pub!


Greetings mighty P1s. This week BaD Radio interviews BOTH Torii Hunter and Matt Kemp in studio and take pictures of their feet. Next the gang delves into Sean Bass's love situation as Sean has gotten back with his girlfriend who lived with him through the breakup. Finally the crew talks to George Dunham at Ticketstock. George talks about favorite BaD Radio blow-ups and they replay a tense Musers interview with Tony Stewart.


Hello P1's! This week on this glorious episode of  the BaD Radio podcast, the gang interviews Bobby Hebert but not before some banter with The Cobra. Next the crew talk with Herschel Walker and Bob takes his shirt off. Also on this podcast the gang try to stump some Super Bowl participants with Bobs "Super Bowl" quiz. Finally Donovan talks with Adrian Arrington and plays a game of "Either/Or."


Welcome P1'S! This week on the show BaD Radio talks about the new owner of the Texas Rangers Chuck Greenberg and play some exclusive audio. Next the gang discusses a documentary Bob has watched about the 80's heavy metal band "Anvil." Finally the crew mulls over the recent announcement of  Kurt Warners retirement and ponder his chances in the Hall of Fame. Plus a new tradition, to be repeated every week: rolling screenless to end the podcast.


Welcome P1S! This week on BaD Radio the battle for Helms Deep commences as the show simulcasts with KFAN, the radio station in Minnesota who has waged war with the station. Next the show talks about the state of bias in NHL refereeing, Next the gang plays some Dale Hanson audio, pants on the ground, and confronts Grubes about being a double agent for the Hardline. Finally a mix between BaD Radio and Gordon Keith and tell the story of Bunpot . Your life will be better if you tune in.


This week on the show, BaD Radio claim war on KFAN, a station in Minnesota, who was bashing the show. They end up taking some calls and calling the station in Brainerd, MN. Next they review the NBC late night war involving Jay Leno and Conan O'Brien. Finally BaD Radio starts the Homer Call Of The Week playoffs. Best podcast of 2010, any genre.


This week on Bad Radio the fellas talk about the Gilbert Arenas fiasco involving guns and gambling debt. Next the guys talk with Dirk in their yearly interview and touch upon store discounts, Dirks mom, teeth bites, and winning the title. They then explore what is on their TiVo as they delve into Sons of Anarchy, the top 25 shows of the decade, and Jersey Shore. With special guest host: Jake Kemp!

2009 BaD Radio Podcast




12/11/09 - Episode #38 

White Elephant Day coverage, with talk of time travel with the focus of what yould you tell your 14 year old self?  BaD radio makes a hilarious prank call to Applebee's. Finally an exploration into the world of internet dating with ticker man Ty Walker. All this with Donovan Tickers!
12/04/09 - Episode #37 

BaD Radio talks about door-to-door magazine salesmen with shady tactics. Zydrunas Ilgauskas setting the Cleveland Cavaliers all time record for games played - Mike Brown gave him his first DNPCD.  Finally Tom's work quality is being effected by his new band, Mid-twenties girlfriend, and drinking - Tom was sick (hungover).


11/27/09 - Episode #36 

BaD Radio talks about Thanksgiving at Donovans house, Dan is cooking a frozen pizza, and he still wont watch the game live. Bobs battles on air about Troy Aikman - Troy eventually calls in to the show. Finally Donovan shares the upper decker story with his family on Thanksgiving.


11/20/09 - Episode #35 

Donovan gives his shocking review on the film "Gladiator" In another installment of "Donovan Watches Movies Everyone Has Already Seen." BaD Radio give an interview with Redskins broadcaster and Homer Call legend Sam Huff. Finally the guys discuss insanely annoying drops focusing on "The Pothole."

11/13/09 - Episode #34 

BaD Radio reviews the Jimmy The Greek "ESPN: 30 for 30" documentary - Have very controversial but cerebral debate about historical truths.  They talk about computer viruses that put very illegal and disturbing material on your computer. They also compare Wade to Belickick - they talk about Wade being too much of a cheerleader for the Cowboys (Great Wade audio and a disgrutled caller).  Finally the bonus round: Kids birthday parties and they replay audio of Tom when he was filling in for the Hardline.

11/06/09 - Episode #33 

BaD Radio with some "Monkey News" talking about a racist doll - They have a discussion on racial expletives - Dan provokes some angry callers. Dans daughter draws phallic man parts on dinosaurs. Finally some lunch pail audio with some Dan Patrick and Jordy Nelson audio. Most Important thing you'll do this week.

10/26/09 - Episode #32 

BaD Radio previews the beginning of the Mavs season - They talk Drew Gooden, Erick Dampier, and Chris Humphries.  The guys critiques Thom Brennemans bad play calling during the Cowboys game - tons of audio fun. The gang interviews Mark Cuban in studio where they talk about the DVR, Satellite Radio, and YouTube. Finally BaD radio plays nice Oprah and Jerry Jones audio: Oprah perpetuates the Texan stereotype and Jerry doesn't knows who plays in U2.

10/19/09 - Episode #31 

BaD Radio talks in very heated tones on Patrick Crayton - they ponder if he should be told from his head coach that he lost his job and his interview with the media on his demotion. They also explore television shows and their interests versus what critics say and Bob categorizes TV comedies by their pacing. Sean Bass pays off his guestbooking league punishment by skydiving. You could listen to something else instead, but that would be a letdown.

10/12/09 - Episode #30 

BaD Radio talks to Jon Daniels about Rudy Jaramillo, Wayne Winston about the Mavericks, and Dikembe Mutumbo about... nothing? More awesome than the awesomest thing you can think of. (WRONG AUDIO)

10/05/09 - Episode #29 

BaD Radio ponders the morality of putting your pet to sleep as Dans cat has cancer. The guys play audio from Dale Hansen's television show - They discuss Tony Romo not knowing if its 4th down and Bob is right! Finally they play audio of Grubes doing stand-up at the Addison Improve - Grubes opens for Bruce Bruce for a dominantly black audience. Grubes troughs down his NAACP joke which will go down in Ticket lore.

09/28/09 - Episode #28 

BaD Radio's interview with Charles Haley in studio. He shows off his rings, talks about his rocky relationship with the media, and him not being in the hall of fame. They play a little Gay Not Gay touching on the topics of facebook, grading papers, and assisting your friend down the steps. Finally the guys have an argument about Daniel Graham on the merits of his star power.

09/21/09 - Episode #27 

BaD Radio interviews the great Joe Montana where they talk about his Career and "The Catch". Bob reviews his experience of UFC 103- talks about the abundance of "douchers" there were at the AAC.  Finally the boys debate Hitler v. Stalin and who was really the worst dictator as far as peopled killed. So good it doesn't require some witty line at the end of the summary.

09/14/09 - Episode #26 

BaD Radio reviews Dan's very uncomfortable appearance on Doocys show plus shirtless Dan on public television. They also participate in the Martellus Bennett Show with Captain Crunch, theme song talk, and other Cowboys topics. Finally they air the first round of the BaD Radio Fantasy Draft. The podcast Joe Wilson doesn't want you to listen to.

09/07/09 - Episode #25 

BaD Radio selects the Homer Call of the Week for the first time this season - The winner is Central Michigan with the runner up being Oklahoma State. They interview Joe Nieuwendyk and talk about him coming back to the Stars.  They also interview Anthony Daniels the actor who portrayed C-3PO in Star Wars. Finally they play crazy Emmitt Smith audio with him at a fake tale gate selling pork at Cowboys Stadium. Easily the most fulfilling thing you'll do this week.

08/31/09 - Episode #24 

BaD Radio interviews Charlie Day of "It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia." They talk about the inception of the show and the process of writing for the show. Dan forgot to give his daughter money from the "Tooth Fairy" and he has trouble with damage control. Finally they look into Bob's "Texas Produces Too Many 1st Round Busts" claim. The champagne of podcasts.

08/24/09 - Episode #23 

This week BaD Radio partakes in three interviews. The first one is with Martellus Bennett where they "try to" discuss his tattoos and black olympics but Marty Bs concentration was focused on "Spades" with John Kitna, Mike Mickens, and Kevin Ogletree. Next they talk with GBL guest Biz Markie about beat boxing and his transition in the main stream. Finally they talk with Tiny Lister in another wheels off interview where they talk about his film and wrestling carrier.

08/17/09 - Episode #22 

BaD Radio has an extended conversation with the great Deion Sanders. They touch on many topics such as his charity "Big Brothers Big Sisters" and "Deions Sports Buddies", changing your image for the NFL, his reality show, his baseball career, him defending TO and Packman Jones, and the many Cowboys issues.

08/10/09 - Episode #21 

This week BaD radio asks what's gay and not gay touching on get well flowers for a buddy, noticing Josh Hamiltons chest muscles, taking a photo of another dude for a haircut, guys doubling parties, and locker room hot tub educate. They also talk to Brady James about cowboys training camp and napping. Finally the guys preview Ticket Fight Night where TC will be fighting Norms intern James.

08/03/09 - Episode #20 

This week BaD Radio interviews a homeless guy in San Antonio named Alamo Art. He sings a song to Gordo about his fallen comrades. They also talk about the Cowboys' health concerns in correlation to the depth of the roster. Finally the guys have a field goals kicking challenge at training camp with David Buehler. This podcast can make you thicker and wider!

8/1/2009 - Episode #19   

Best of Training Camp Part 2! BaD Radio play the Irv and Joe game with the Vex and Wally show in San Antonio. Next Bob, Donovan, and Dan race each other to see who gets home from training camp faster and Dan wins! Finally and old school bit from Cowboys camp in California where the BaD Radio makes a dinner bet with the Hardline in correlation to a young hot woman who was eating with an old man.

7/28/2009 - Episode #18 

Best of Training Camp Part 1! BaD Radio reviews a Wichita Falls cable access television show in their first training camp ever in 1999. Next the guys do their exclusive review of the classic film "Old School." Finally Bob and Dan talk with Big Dick Hunter about skipping out on a dinner.


07/20/09 - Episode #17 

BaD Radio breaks down the first two seasons of the hit show Breaking Bad. They talk about the controversial ending and what the expectitations they had coming into the show. BaD Radio sits down with Nolan Ryan and talk about pitching rotations, the steroid era, and all things baseball. Finally Donny gives an advance review of the classic film Goodfellas. Needless to say he loved it!


07/13/09 - Episode #16 

Danny Balis joins BaD Radio and introduces him to some classic blow-ups including a Mike Francesa rant and Glen Beck meltdowns plus 5 different Nachos and OH! A phong is ringing!  They also interview Ian Kinsler about TV, prison, and they ask him what it's like to play baseball. Finally Bob reveals all about the "Air Wolf" story. You dont want to miss this!


07/06/09 - Episode #15  

In this episode BaD Radio breaks down Mavs trade for Sean Marion and debate if it was the right movie. Donovan also reviews the 80's classic Top Gun. Donny gives it a great big "meh."  Finally Bob plays great audio from the Nathan's Hot Dog Contest. 




06/29/09 - Episode #14   

The BaD Radio post vacation podcast! First Bob talks about his vacation in Wisconsin and recounts his travel troubles. Donnie talks about his Vacation to Las Vegas with his fraternity brothers and Computer from Three 6 Mafia. Finally the BaD Radio guys review the book Outliers

6/22/09 - Episode #13
 

Welcome to the BaD Radio Vacation Podcast! We bring you all the guests of the show from HBO's the Wire. First they talk to Idris Elba (Russell "Stringer" Bell) and cant get over him being British. Next they talk with Gbenga Akinnagbe (Chris Partlow) and talk about the making of the show and how accurate it really is. Then they interview Snoop (Felicia Pearson) with a wheels off conversation touching on her book and how she came to be on the show. Finally they guys share their thoughts and memories about the series finale of The Wire.



06/15/09 - Episode #12 

BaD Radio talks with Bill Guerin after the Penguins win the Stanley Cup and ask him how it feels to win it all.  They then review Summer Bash and cover intern James kissing a girl and not knowing who is on the Hardline. Finally BaD Radio Reports on the BaD Radio Podcast and critiques TCs performance.



06/08/09 - Episode #11 

This week on BaD Radio Bob recaps his trip Boston where he hits on an assortment of Boston topics including an authentic Italian restaurant there they meet a character from The Sopranos, getting a Hotel suit, and snoring They also talks with CJ Wilson who doesn't disappoint with a slew of bragging moments. Finally BaD Radio relives the horror of Wednesday's bad weather.



06/01/09 - Episode #10 

This week on BaD Radio talks about being on NFL Films and Bob takes on Troy Aikman with audio from Georgio. BaD Radio also reviews the film Benjamin Button as they try and watch every Oscar Film. Finally they talk with a "not on time" Terrell Owens' and exchange verbal blows with his publicist.



05/24/09 - Episode #9 

This week BaD Radio talks to the Rangers' rookie pitcher Derek Holland and talk about his pink backpack. They then ask what's Gay or Not Gay where they tackle guys exchanging fake numbers, brother in laws hot tubbing together, giving the son the wifes last name, laying on another mans bed, and approaching Brendan Morrow at Top Golf.  Finally the guys catch up with their BaD BFF Bill Guerin.




BaD Radio reviews the 24 season finale and talk about the cliche nature of the show. Next the gang discuss the Crystal Taylor's prison phone interview audio from and play Dirks engagement song. Finally the BaD Radio crew review the penultimate episode of LOST and discuss the series finale and ending of the show.




This week BaD Radio goes pitch-by-pitch through the Great Game that ended in a 20-20 tie. Next the guys chat about Dans day off which includes talk about Dans mouth sores. Finally the BaD Radio gang breaks down some hilarious Humble Billy audio brought to you by the Great Donovan Lewis.

This week on BaD Radio the fellas talk about rain patterns, Green Bay Packers swine flue audio, tense Bob Knight audio, and play some Drew Carry audio involving the number "69."  Dan looks for audio twinsies including Bobs mom and "wiener-poopie" lady. They also outlines the ongoing war between Mike Leach and the Aggies. Finally the guys makes fun of their coworkers' fine efforts at Great Game practice.


This week BaD Radio taunts Spurs fans after the the Mavs defeat them in the NBA quarterfinals. Next the guys brings you the best draft audio ever with the classic Deion Sanders "Oh, a phone is ringing" audio and some funny Norm audio with Victor Butler. Finally BaD Radio delivers the latest adventures of Scoops Callahan when he takes on Gregg Popovich.


This week BaD Radio takes a look at the interesting Boston College defensive tackle BJ Raji who was falsely accused of failing a drug test at the NFL combine. Next on the podcast Bob tries to change his phone service and ends up finding a dead mouse in the attic. Finally the guys further mock Deion with some hilarious audio. It's a real party.


This week BaD Radio discuss Easter and touch on TV watching, the dumbing down of Easter egg hunts, and the lengths of different church services. BaD Radio breaks down a Deion interview with Max Morgan and call him a moron. To top it off the gang has a very Chris Farley like conversation with Adam Scott from Step Brothers. POW-POW.


BaD Radio are at Rangers opening day where they replay Donovans opening day song and Bob confesses his love for the flyover. The boys determines what is gay and not gay touching on Baseball teams hugging when they are announced, baking cookies, preparing homemade dinners for another dude, taking shots over the phone, putting pink flowers on your deceased friends grave, the flyover,  two dudes crashing in the same bed, and finally Dan takes some porn entries. Finally the BaD Radio crew walks down memory lane with Bob's parents.


On the first installment of the BaD Radio podcast the gang talks to Dirk Nowitski and talk on many subjects including him buying Grubes house. Dirk asks the famous question "Wheres Grubes At?" Next Donovan Lewis shares an email from his friend lamp sent to Mark Cuban concerning Rick Carlisles interactions with the media. Rick Carlisle fires back with his cell phone number. Finally the crew talk about there loss in Ticket Basketball to the Lake Highlands girls basketball team.