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Steve Czaban

Steve Czaban is one of the most experienced daily sports talk radio hosts in the nation. In his 28 year professional career, Steve has worked for every major syndicated sports talk network (Sporting News, ESPN Radio, Fox Sports Radio, Yahoo Sports Radio, SB Nation Radio), filled in as a guest host for popular national personality Jim Rome, and has worked locally in markets including Santa Barbara, Chicago, Milwaukee, Charlotte and Washington D.C. "The Czabe" has forged a unique style of no-bullshine honesty about sports: the games, the players, the issues. Now the CzabeCast gives fans a "bonus" 45 minutes of unfiltered Czabe content that cannot be found anywhere else! The Monday thru Thursday shows are absolutely free. On Friday's, it's a subscriber only show that you can subscribe to for just a few bucks a month by clicking here.

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Yesterday · 52 min
Turns Out Basic Strategy, Sometimes Ain't So Basic
Guest: Paul Charchian Rain In Vegas/Utah Rams v Bills Classic Overtime Strategies Debated McVay's Achilles Heel "Mevis Mode" Activated Fantasy Football Impact for MHJ Trade Surging Sleepers to Grab Visit Fantasy World .com Should Dan Quinn Have Been Fired? Remember That Time.... Kelly Clarkson's Wooden Bird of Rich Girl Burden MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Tuesday · 1 hr 19 min
Tuesday Power Lunch: Andy Pollin and Gene Wong
00:00 Introduction and Lunch Sponsor 00:57 Maryland Football and Coaching Critique 02:30 Game Management and Coaching Accountability 05:07 Quarterback Performance and Decision Making 08:02 Historical Context of Coaching Decisions 10:23 Overtime Rules and Game Management Issues 17:06 NFC East Performance and Clock Management Failures 26:31 The Best Kicker in the League 27:21 The NFL as a Television Show 28:46 Coaching Decisions and Game Strategy 30:30 Jerry Jones and the Cowboys' Irrelevance 32:15 Mike Ditka: A Legendary Figure 34:08 The Evolution of Coaching in the NFL 40:49 The Changing Landscape of Sports Media 53:29 Navigating New Talent Dynamics 54:27 Ovechkin's Political Controversy 56:51 The Capitals' Strategic Response 58:37 Geopolitical Implications of Ovechkin's Support 01:00:54 Comparative Perspectives on Athlete Political Speech 01:02:55 The Complexity of Global Relations 01:04:54 Personal Reflections on Athlete Integrity 01:06:41 The Impact of Athlete Actions on Public Perception 01:09:28 Media Accountability in Sports Reporting 01:12:10 Future of Coaching in the NFL Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Monday · 1 hr 23 min
Dan Quinn's End of Game Clownshow Is Likely A Fatal Coaching "Spider Bite"
Czabe flies solo and flies high after a weekend of miscues in both college and pro football. Details matter, people, hoo boy don't they! 00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap 01:55 NFL Game Management and Coaching Blunders 03:48 The Chaos of NFL Overtime and Critical Mistakes 10:03 College Football Shocks and Surprises 19:55 Strategic Decisions and Game Day Communication 29:57 Sportsmanship and Respect in College Football 40:05 Key Takeaways and Lessons Learned Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
October 8 · 1 hr 36 min
Media Clowns Taking Big Fat "L's" All Over The Place
Czabe Open 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 02:14 Media news and high-profile provocateurs 04:06 Dave Portnoy's role in media and controversy 05:56 The clash between Barstool and traditional TV 08:01 Corporate jungle and media conflicts 09:53 Fox Sports, Big Noon Kickoff, and Portnoy's exit 12:04 Stephen A. Smith's comments on Lane Johnson 13:55 The difference between internet and TV behavior 16:09 Reactions to Lane Johnson's retirement and mental health 17:56 Media perception and the future of Stephen A. 19:50 NFL officiating and media reactions 21:48 International NFL games and tax implications 24:14 Fan feedback and sports memorabilia 25:55 Critiques of sports broadcasters and analysis 28:09 The importance of perception in sports broadcasting 29:51 Closing remarks and subscriber information The Sheehan Crossover - Presented by MyBookie 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 02:03 Paternity Leave in Professional Sports 11:57 NFL Betting Lines and Market Movements 20:00 Coaching Decisions and Fourth Down Logic Mr. X 00:00 Introduction to Baseball and NFL Playoff Talk 02:24 Mr. X Explains His Unique Golf Handicap 04:37 Analyzing Baseball Playoff Series and Odds 06:36 The Case for Longer Baseball Series and Playoff Changes 08:10 Historical Teams and League Contraction 10:07 NL Dominance and Playoff Format Insights 12:37 Strategic Mistakes in Baseball Challenges 15:42 Replay Review Technology and Its Accuracy 18:08 NFL Upset Week and Betting Trends 20:10 Early Season NFL Records and Betting Strategies 22:24 Referee Performance and Impact on Games 24:34 NFL Review Process and Transparency 26:14 The Rise of Gambling and Its Effect on Sports Perception 28:46 Aggressive NFL Coaching and Fourth Down Analytics 32:34 Fourth Down Decision-Making and Risk Management 37:05 Thursday Night Football Preview and Betting Tips 39:07 Unusual Player Performances and Records 42:07 Preview of Buccaneers vs Cowboys Game 43:33 Final Betting Tips and Closing Remarks Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
October 7 · 1 hr 6 min
The Deadliest Catch Fantasy League That Almost Was
Czabe welcomes PAUL CHARCHIAN to the pod, and shakes loose a story about when Charch almost greenlit a way to play fantasy by drafting boats like the Northwestern or the Cornelia Marie. 00:00 Webcam Technology and Preferences 03:05 Nashville Food Adventures 06:02 Lobster Economics and Deadliest Catch 08:54 Reality TV Authenticity and Deadliest Catch 12:01 Fantasy Game Development and Deadliest Catch 18:10 NFL Referee Controversies and Media Compliance 33:17 Airline Incident: A Shocking Story 39:18 The Guardian Helmet Controversy 45:18 The Goalpost Paradox in Football 51:42 Consumerism and the Dopamine Effect 57:14 Dark Tourism: The Quest for Danger Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
October 6 · 55 min
The Shield Goes Zebra Hunting
Oct 05, 2026 - 55 min, 58 sec 00:00 Return to the Studio and NFL Overview 01:02 Officiating Controversies in the NFL 05:21 London Game and Officiating Issues 11:23 Josh Allen's Unique Privileges and Rule Interpretations 18:17 AI in Sports Analysis and Its Limitations 22:28 Deshaun Watson's Narrative and Media Coverage 28:25 Injuries and Team Challenges in the NFL 31:09 Dramatic Questions in Football Reporting 36:20 Bryce Young's Development and Lions' Struggles 39:43 Jim Mora's Memorable Soundbites 47:04 Injuries and Their Impact on the Game 49:55 Quarterback Changes and Team Dynamics 50:32 Eagles' Offensive Struggles and Jalen Hurts 54:10 Nostalgia for NFL's Past Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
October 5 · 1 hr 2 min
El Baldo Touches The Belly of the SEC Beast: It Does, Just Means More!
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 00:58 The Thrill of Sports and Unforgettable Moments 12:10 Baseball's Unique Rules and Controversies 15:59 Experiencing SEC College Football 27:53 Reflections on the College Football Experience 29:09 Celebrating Life and Achievements 30:08 The Booming Nashville Scene 31:06 Insights from a Renowned Orthopedic Surgeon 32:29 Community Commitment in Sports Medicine 34:51 Navigating Sports Injuries and Parental Concerns 36:43 The Rise of Social Media Docs 39:22 The Allure of Nashville Living 42:00 Building Connections Through Golf 48:40 Media Shakeups in Sports Broadcasting 53:05 Controversies in Hiring Practices Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 30 · 43 min
The Case Keenum Story Is Why Football Teaches The Best Lessons
Czabe is in Nashville and connects with Fantasy Football World's Paul Charchian. 00:00 Exploring Nashville: First Impressions 02:46 The Growth of Nashville: A City on the Rise 06:04 Education and Racial Disparities: A Personal Reflection 08:57 The Case Keenum Story: A Journey of Resilience 12:12 The Drama of Sports: Male Bonding Through Competition 15:06 Quarterback Carousel: The Vikings' Dilemma 20:58 Kirk Cousins and the Vikings' Quarterback Dilemma 25:14 The Disposable Quarterback Era 30:24 The Packers' Struggles and the NFC North Shift 32:45 Balding Journeys and Personal Reflections 35:08 Trevor Lawrence's Controversial Kneel Down 40:03 Coaching Changes and Future Prospects Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 29 · 1 hr 5 min
Tuesday Power Lunch - Flopping Has Infected the NFL Like A Virus
Czabe is joined by ANDY POLLIN and GENE WANG to talk sports over a lovely steakhouse lunch! 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:49 Media Day and Sports Media Personalities 03:48 Washington Wizards and NBA Turnaround Potential 06:55 NFL Flopping and Rule Changes 08:48 The Problem with Replay and Referee Decisions 11:48 The Entertainment Value of the NFL 14:53 Commanders' Win and Turnover Analysis 19:07 NFL and League Policies on Flags and Penalties 21:46 Maryland Football and Coaching Challenges 25:01 Golf and Media Interactions with Scotty Scheffler 28:06 The Evolution of Coaching and Game Management 33:03 Clock Management and Decision-Making in the NFL 36:13 The Role of Analytics and Data in Sports 39:54 The Impact of Player Injuries and Load Management 45:01 Baseball Playoff Formats and Their Effectiveness 53:58 The Future of Sports and Analytics 59:54 Athletic Evolution and Injury Rates 01:04:54 Closing Remarks and Next Steps Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 28 · 1 hr 7 min
The NFL Knows It Has An Unbeatable Sports Entertainment Product
Czabe runs solo on a Monday, and covers a lot of ground. 00:00 Introduction to the Sports Landscape 02:55 NFL Week 3 Highlights and Analysis 05:48 The NFL's Global Reach and Marketing Strategy 09:14 Game Analysis: Cowboys vs. Ravens in Brazil 12:11 Injury Concerns and Player Safety in the NFL 15:06 Cultural Observations and Fan Engagement 17:51 NFL Commentary and Broadcasting Dynamics 20:48 Wrap-Up and Personal Reflections on the Weekend 34:20 Winston and Mariota: A Historic Win 36:45 Old Man Rodgers: Still in the Game 38:57 Bengals' Struggles: Burrow's Late Game Woes 40:45 Commanders' Surprise Victory 42:07 Drake May's Decline: A Quarterback in Trouble 44:29 Trevor Lawrence's Controversial Decision 46:12 Niners' Injury Woes and Game Control 48:05 NFL Investigations: Jacobs' Domestic Violence Case 50:04 Iowa's Dramatic Victory: A Karmic Reversal 52:32 College Game Day: Politics and Entertainment 54:30 McAfee's Influence on College Game Day 56:19 Sark's Rationalization: Celebrating Unsportsmanlike Conduct Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 24 · 1 hr 33 min
The College Sports Hellscape Has Arrived
Now, when your team doesn't win, it's your fault, buddy. Open up the wallet! Who knew we had more than one grammar expert in the audience? Czabe does a wellness check on his former radio buddy Mark Yarbro. Mr. X offers gambling advice and more. Elite tweets. MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 23 · 57 min
Probing the QB Depth Charts Of Hell
Czabe and Charch take a tour around the league to sort the NFL's "QB2s" into the following categories. They rank them "Actually, Good," then "Decent," then "Non-Awful," then "Awful," and finally "Disgusting," plus a new category Charch made up on the fly. The fellas also talk about Jaxson Dart's injury and why nobody has a picture of Mean Joe Greene shirtless. It's a wild ride, come on and let your hair down! MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 22 · 1 hr 2 min
Tuesday Power Lunch: Gene Wang - College Football Dreams & Aspirations
Czabe welcomes Gene Wang (DMV Substack, please subscribe) who covered the Maryland vs. Virginia Tech game at College Park. A whole lotta orange invaded. How bad does Maryland really want it when it comes to big time football? Forget analytics ruining sports, here comes private equity. LeBron, the latest mega-millionaire athlete who can't say no to easy gambling endorsement money. Is Jayden Daniels "built for this life" as a running QB in the NFL. MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 21 · 1 hr 27 min
"Ba-Dee-Ya" Indeed My Friends, To All Who Celebrate
Czabe recaps a wild college and pro weekend in football. Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels go down with bad injuries in Week 2. Instant replay has more moments of WTF are we even doing here. Lane Kiffin goes down in Oxford. A true "Sports Hindenburg" in the Vandy vs. NC State game. Aaron Glenn hates hats, and clock management. Earth Wind and Fire's greatest song ever written. MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 17 · 1 hr 32 min
The Sydney Sweeney Non-Troversy Follows The Usual Media Playbook
How to manufacture a fake controversy, with no more than a few social media clips. Andy was right. It's a spear. Is AI going to get "high on its own supply?" Origin of the "obnoxious reporter" parody clip. Oregon QB was tipping his own pitches, so to speak. How much are college football programs spending on football these days? Mr. X joins the show for a variety of gambling news. It's a write-off, Jerry! Why PFF grading is truly "garbage in, garbage out" and our look ahead to juicy Saturday and Sunday action! MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 16 · 57 min
What In The Bloody Hell Was Tom Cruise Doing In Taylor Swift's Suite?
00:00 Vikings vs. Packers: A Controversial Win 11:41 Coaching Matters: The Impact on Team Performance 22:51 Legal Troubles: The Josh Jacobs Case 28:00 Racism in Coaching: The Brian Flores Case 29:08 Celebrity Spotlights: Kelsey and Swift 32:06 The Intricacies of Scientology and Public Perception 33:46 NFL Game Analysis: Refereeing and Fan Reactions 35:16 Commentary on Play-by-Play Announcing 40:02 Ranking NFL Commentators: A Personal Perspective 53:07 Streaming Challenges in the NFL: A New Era? Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 15 · 1 hr 14 min
Tuesday Power Lunch: Gene Wong and Andy Pollin
Czabe breaks bread and protein with Gene and Andy over Week 1 in the NFL, the Australia game, the Commanders new pre-game "Show" and "Spiking the Spear" along with a debate about arrows vs. spears. More newspaper layoffs rock the industry. What does the Holly Rowe incident say about the state of college football coaches? The WNBA wins the tournament, but loses the opportunity. Steve Ballmer bends the knee. Pablo Torre mounts the biggest trophy head on sports journalism wall. MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 14 · 1 hr 5 min
High Scoring Blitz Marks Wild Week One In NFL
Czabe recaps Week 1 in the NFL, where TDs and sacks were fast and furious league-wide. Deshaun's very bad day in Jacksonville, Kyler Murray gets jacked up, but the Pack melts down. The Bears nearly hang a 60-burger on the Panthers. The NFL proves it can strike anywhere on the globe with its Australia game. Steve Sarkisian blows off Holly Rowe, was he in the wrong? AI Doomscrolling. Yellowjacket SZN. Listener feedback, and #elitetweets. MORE.... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 10 · 43 min
Honey, I Bought A Whorehouse (Well, Actually... Three)
Czabe welcomes PAUL CHARCHIAN and hits him up with a new business proposition. Baker Mayfield gets paid. But once again, QB prices seem to reflect the cost of NOT having one who is any good. The Rams and Niners engage in a fascinating experiment in sleep and time zone travel. Czabe would go shark diving. Charch's miracle iPad recovery from Delta. Apple's foldable phone. Cybercabs and the future. MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
September 9 · 1 hr
The SEC's Cold War Against Lane Kiffin, Is On Again!
Czabe chronicles a dramatic turn of events in College Football this past weekend in both Baton Rouge and Ann Arbor. AL GALDI joins the show to argue that if it's controversy, it's still *good* for the product. A quick thought on all 32 NFL teams before we launch from shore. AI Seinfeld might end up being more popular than the real thing. Deion shoots it straight to his idiot son Shilo. MORE..... Our Sponsors: * Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.com * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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