The Growler

Paul catches up with longtime Cincinnati scribe Bill Koch, who has a new book out about the legend Greg Cook, a star quarterback for the Bengals and University of Cincinnati and man Bill Walsh once called the most talented player he'd ever seen.  Bill discusses conversations with Mike Brown for the book, parallels to Joe Burrow and tracking down one of the most important stories from the early days of the Bengals.  If you are looking for a gift for any Bengals fan for Christmas, this would be a surefire hit.  Pick it up on Amazon today: https://www.amazon.com/Unfinished-Painting-Untold-Bengals-Phenom/dp/B0DJFKB6K7See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul and Jay are joined by Charlie Goldsmith for a special episode using the bye week break to assess Joe Burrow's season in every way imaginable.  Hear from offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher, quarterbacks coach Brad Kragthorpe and The Athletic Football Show analyst Derrik Klassen on Burrow's development, successes and view among those across the league.  A breakdown of the episode:  4:00: Establishing Burrow's rankings, Jay's Got TD-INT ratio stats and MVP chatter 14:15: Hear from offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher 21:00: Where has Burrow grown the most?  31:00: Teach your kids how football works with Future Fans!  33:00: Where does Burrow still need to develop?  44:00: Is he clutch? 55:00: The Athletic Football Show's Derrik Klassen on the broader league view of Burrow 1:08: The top storyline that's gone away 1:15: Run, Pass or Boot plus one final prediction Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY Links to socials, Growl Pal shirts, YouTube, podcast platforms and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Cincinnati Reds third baseman Todd Frazier joins the podcast along with The Athletic's C. Trent Rosecrans and Reds TV/Radio host Jim Day to discuss one of the most memorable nights in the history of Great American Ball Park.  In the latest in the My Favorite Game podcast series, Frazier offers all the details, feelings and untold stories of the 2015 All-Star Game Home Run Derby in Cincinnati when he became a legend and induced roars rarely heard around here.  From the private plane afterward with Mike Trout, to the expletives he yelled at the umpire, what it meant for his family and the long-lasting impact on a fan base, we touch on every element of the night Frazier became the champ and solidified himself as a legend in Reds lore.  Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY Links to socials, Growl Pal shirts, YouTube, podcast platforms and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul and Mark kick off bye weekend by hanging on tight pulling you threw a dark bye week for the Bengals.  They cover the upside/downside of watching greatness from Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase, document the fall of Cam Taylor-Britt, the rise (?) of Josh Newton, using the Big Boy cage, Bill Belichick, Dan Pitcher, Evan McPherson, the proper way to complain, wooing at a comedy show and facing sickness season.  Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul and Jay discuss the insanity of the 1-6 record in one-score games and how correlative that can be year over year. Mo Egger joins (12:00) to talk about why this team isn't good enough and the path forward for Lou Anarumo. Plus (38:00), Joe Mixon goes off, RBP on target, Growler Bets and ARBIES.  Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast Socials, pod platforms, merchandise: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to The Walkout presented by Cincy  Shirts.  Paul and Jay discuss the latest improbable Bengals loss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul and Mark get you ready for the weekend.  They dive into the increase of foul language around the beat and the strategy for the next big F-bomb after Burrow's blast, team bonding ideas in LA and the hole in the plan, ranking Mark's tweets, banishing bad play to the Jermaine Burton slot machine, questions about Lou Anarumo, Trayveon Williams and what team will win the city's next title. Finally, complimenting our wives, talking LA roadie ideas and watching a gibbon have a mental breakdown. Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY Links to socials, Growl Pal shirts, YouTube, podcast platforms and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul and Jay get you ready for the Bengals game on Sunday Night Football against the Chargers.  They run through injury updates for Tee Higgins and Orlando Brown, plus travel itineraries in the news.  Taking a deeper look at how the Bengals have expanded the role of Ja'Marr Chase, hear from Dan Pitcher and Cursin' Joe Burrow on the topic.  The Athletic's Daniel Popper joins from Los Angeles on Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert and a fascinating team looking to prove itself at an important juncture in its season.  RPBs, Growler Bet, sad stats and the exact moment the Bengals suck. Plus, game predictions. Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY Links to socials, Growl Pal shirts, YouTube, podcast platforms and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul and Jay are joined by ESPN1530's Mo Egger (nine-minute mark) and fellow beat writer Charlie Goldsmith (37min) to break down where the Bengals stand coming off the Thursday night loss in Baltimore.  Why this is the moment for the Tee Higgins business decisions conversation, the erosion of Joe Burrow, what will top the list working against Lou Anarumo, two signings that didn't happen, RPBs, Growler Bet and ARBIES where you peel back another layer to mischievous Jay onion.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to The Walkout presented by Cincy Shirts. Paul and Jay wrap up an instant classic from M&T Bank Stadium as Lamar Jackson outdueled Joe Burrow, 35-34.  They talk about the impossible nature of losing when Joe Burrow throws for 428 yards and Ja'Marr Chase racks up 264 yards receiving. Plus, ranking the egregious losing mistakes, the decision to go for two, uncalled penalties, losing one-score games and the new path forward. Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDYSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.