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Cleveland
The Really Big Show with Tony Rizzo and Aaron Goldhammer
(10 am – Noon)
When the show first began several years ago, Tony Rizzo gave listeners an energetic morning show that seemed to bind a brotherhood of Cleveland sports fans with the optimism that they cling to so dearly.
When Rizzo proclaimed 2007 as C-Town’s “Season of Dreams” (to which the Browns followed with a thrilling 10-6 campaign), the city was in a frenzy and the show reflected it immensely each morning.
Even as inevitable Cleveland disappointment followed with the Browns, Cavs, and Indians, Rizzo continued to offer passionate opinions. Though you might not have agreed with him, you could respect his well-thought argument.
Enter resident villain Aaron Goldhammer, self-dubbed “Ass PD,” (Assistant Program Director) who has become the most-hated personality in Cleveland radio.
Goldhammer is always quick to take a cheap shot at the Browns, Buckeyes, and Indians without offering suggestions on how the teams can be better.
Rather, he employs a technique that endears him to an obnoxious kid who is not really as interested in sports as he is trying to make a lame joke.
“The Hammer” whines about the teams, states the obvious, and diverts the conversation completely away from sports.
Between constantly plugging sponsors, talking about Hammer's social life, and playing teenage bumper music just to get a reaction, “The Really Big Show” has developed into a two-hour comedy routine with a dash of sports talk.
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Pittsburgh
Stan & Guy & Chris
(10 am – Noon w/ online chat Noon – 1 pm)
Stan Savran and Guy Junker formed a legendary sports duo long before I arrived in Pittsburgh. After a brief stint apart while each tried to carry their own show, they reunited once again and have continued to offer fair, insightful commentary on Pittsburgh sports. If you live in Pittsburgh or follow its teams, you know Stan and Guy.
Stan and Guy deliver a professional charisma that engages listeners with thought-provoking dialogue that objectively analyzes all of the Steel City teams as well as Penn State.
The guys also seem to have a firm grasp on the pulse of the fan, developing great hypothetical discussions on both local and national topics.
Unfortunately, the recent addition of Chris Mack was disappointing, as he typically portrays a supremely over-confident fan. To the credit of Stan and Guy, Mack’s participation is limited, almost as if to say, “Um, Chris, the adults are talking here.”
WINNER: Stan & Guy & Chris
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