06/28/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
To kick off the show, John and Lance discuss the latest on the Houston Astros. Next, the guys give the latest on the Deshaun Watson case. To wrap up the first hour, the guys talk about John Wall and the Houston Rockets.
52m Jun 28, 2022
52m
06/27/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the final hour, John and Lance talk the importance of the Astros' series split with the Yankees and where the team stands. The guys later indulge in the News of the Weird.
45m Jun 27, 2022
45m
06/27/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour, John and Lance banter on the latest Deshaun Watson report and how long his suspension will be. The guys jump into a discussion about fans abandoning their teams due to players' off-the-field antics, before a pivot to some Jeff Luhnow talk.
53m Jun 27, 2022
53m
06/27/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour, John and Lance recap the Astros' trip to Yankee Stadium before hearing Buster Onley's thoughts on where the team goes at the deadline. 
52m Jun 27, 2022
52m
06/24/2022 The Bench Hour 3
On this hour of the bench, John and Lance are joined by basketball legend Clyde Drexler to talk about the Big 3 coming to Dallas, Texas. Next up, would you take 10 NBA All-Star Appearances or 2 championship rings? John and Lance also go in-depth about Paolo Banchero's draft to the Orlando Magic. This hour concludes with "News of the Weird.
48m Jun 24, 2022
48m
Clyde Drexler Talks The Big 3
On this hour of the bench, John and Lance are joined by basketball legend Clyde Drexler to talk about the Big 3 coming to Dallas, Texas
18m Jun 24, 2022
18m
Joel Meyers Talks About the NBA Draft
On this hour of the bench, John and Lance are joined by sportscaster Joel Meyers to talk about the NBA Draft, and Jabari Smith's draft to the Houston Rockets.
13m Jun 24, 2022
13m
06/24/2022 The Bench Hour 2
On this hour of The Bench, John and Lance discuss the Astros and Yankees game. Next, going into further detail about Jabari Smith's draft to the Houston Rockets, Joel Meyers joins us this hour. Finally, concluding this hour, the "What Did You Learn While You Were Sick Segment?"
50m Jun 24, 2022
50m
06/24/2022 The Bench Hour 1
On this hour of the bench, John  and Lance talk about the NBA draft of Jabari Smith to the Houston Rockets. Next, discussing Arch Manning's commitment to the University of Texas, and more on the Deshaun Watson situation.
51m Jun 24, 2022
51m
6/23/22 The Bench Hour 3
In the final hour of The Bench John and Del talk about Texas A&M being bounced out of the college world series and the SEC dominance. Then, John and Del debate if Texas A&M has surpassed Texas. Next, John and Del talk tonight's matchup against the Yankees. John and Del continue talking Astros and discuss possible deadline moves for them to make. Then, John and Del debate the best and worst draf...
43m Jun 23, 2022
43m
6/23/22 The Bench Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench John and Del continue to talk NBA draft and the possibility the best player falls to the Rockets at number three. Next, John and Del talk about the Astros hot start on their New York series. ESPN Basketball Analyst and National Recruiting Director Paul Biancardi joins The Bench to talk about tonight's NBA draft and the best fits for the Rockets. To cap off the ho...
53m Jun 23, 2022
53m
6/23/22 The Bench Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench John is joined by Del Olaleye and discuss the greatness of Yordan Alvarez and if it has the chance to go down as the greatest trade in Astros history. Then, John and Del discuss the possibility of the Rockets trading their picks tonight. Next, John and Del debate the seriousness of Congress asking Roger Goodell about Barstool Sports. To round out the hour, John an...
55m Jun 23, 2022
55m
ESPN Basketball Analyst Paul Biancardi joins The Bench
ESPN Basketball Analyst Paul Biancardi joins The Bench to talk about the NBA draft and his favorite fit for the Rockets. Paul also discusses some possible moves the Rockets can make to accelerate their rebuild.
12m Jun 23, 2022
12m
06/22/2022 The Bench Hour 3
45m Jun 22, 2022
45m
06/22/2022 The Bench Hour 2
54m Jun 22, 2022
54m
06/22/2022 The Bench Hour 1
52m Jun 22, 2022
52m
06/21/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
John and Lance carry a conversation derived from Ryan Spaeder's comments into the final hour, previewing more of the Astros' action against New York. The guys later took a look around the NFL before News of the Weird.
44m Jun 21, 2022
44m
MLB Analyst Ryan Spaeder joins The Bench
Ryan Spaeder helped preview the Astros' bout with the Mets and the Yankees, while taking a look around Major League Baseball. 
13m Jun 21, 2022
13m
06/21/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the third hour, John and Lance clown Chase Claypool for thinking he's a top-three wide receiver in the NFL, before discussing the latest Lamar Jackson contract report. MLB Analyst Ryan Spaeder joined the show to discuss the Major League Baseball landscape. 
53m Jun 21, 2022
53m
06/21/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour, John and Lance preview the Astros' test with the Big Apple as well as bantering on the latest Rocket that wants out. The guys then jump into a LIV discussion with another big-name golfer joining. 
54m Jun 21, 2022
54m
06/20/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the third hour, John and Lance continue a discussion on how the Astros will fare against the Big Apple. The guys later look at the NBA Draft and what rumors are floating around the league. 
44m Jun 20, 2022
44m
06/20/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour, John and Lance listen to Paolo Banchero's comments with Houston media. The guys then look at which college football programs are no longer scary, before evaluating the future of the Rockets and the latest on Kyrie Irving and the Nets.
53m Jun 20, 2022
53m
06/20/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour, John and Lance recap the Astros' win Sunday along with J.J. Matijevic's first-career hit being a home run. The guys then look back at a wild U.S. Open, before hearing what listeners learned this weekend.
55m Jun 20, 2022
55m
06/17/22 The Bench Hour 3
In the final hour of The Bench Jerome Solomon of the Houston Chronicle joins the show to discuss all things Texans. Next the guys talk about Jadeveon Clowney's recent comments about Deshaun Watson. To end the show, News of the Weird. 
46m Jun 17, 2022
46m
06/17/22 The Bench Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench Lance and Del discuss the Warriors postgame interviews. The Andrew Perloff of CBS Sports joins The Bench to talk about the latest news around Deshaun Watson, Tua Tagovailoa, and Patrick Mahomes. To end the hour the guys discuss Houston being named a 2026 World Cup host City. 
49m Jun 17, 2022
49m
06/17/22 The Bench Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench Lance and Del Olaleye recap the Warriors game 6 win and the Warriors dynasty after winning another championship. Next the guys talk about the World Cup coming to Houston in 2022. In the second half of the hour John and Del react to the disappointing Celtics game 6 performance. To cap off the hour the duo discuss the aftermath of the Christian Wood trade. 
59m Jun 17, 2022
59m
06/17/22 Jerome Solomon of the Houston Chronicle joins The Bench
Jerome Solomon of the Houston Chronicle joins The Bench to discuss how to fix the Texans and how to get back the support of the city and its fans.
13m Jun 17, 2022
13m
06/17/22 Andrew Perloff of Maggie & Perloff joins The Bench
Andrew Perloff of Maggie & Perloff joins The Bench to talk about the recent Deshaun Watson news, Tyreek Hill's comments, and much more NFL news. 
15m Jun 17, 2022
15m
06/16/22 The Bench Hour 3
In the final hour of The Bench Houston 2026 World Cup Bid Committee President Chris Canetti joins the show to discuss the announcement later today revealing if Houston will be one of the host cities. Then, John and Del talk about tonight's game 6 of the NBA Finals and the chances of Golden State clinching it. Host of State of the Rockets Roosh Williams joins The Bench to discuss the Christian W...
45m Jun 16, 2022
45m
06/16/22 The Bench Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench John and Del are joined by PGA caddie Scott Sajtinac to talk about the U.S. Open and the PGA pros leaving for the LIV tour. Next, John and Del the potential leak for Houston being one of 10 US cities hosting for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then, John and Del discuss the possibility of the Texans acquiring Baker Mayfield or Jimmy Garoppolo. To end the hour, the ultim...
50m Jun 16, 2022
50m
06/16/22 The Bench Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench John and Del Olaleye recap the immaculate Astros victory and series win over the Rangers. Next, John and Del discuss the Rockets big trade last night.  Then, John and Del listen in to the reactions from Luis Garcia and Phil Maton immaculate innings. To cap off the hour the duo discuss which NFL QB will take the biggest leap this year. 
52m Jun 16, 2022
52m
Host of State of the Rockets Roosh Williams joins The Bench
Host of State of the Rockets Roosh Williams joins The Bench to discuss the implications of the Christian Wood trade and some potential draft day targets next week.
10m Jun 16, 2022
10m
Houston 2026 World Cup Bid Committee President Chris Canetti joins The Bench
Houston 2026 World Cup Bid Committee President Chris Canetti joins The Bench to discuss the announcement later today on the decision if Houston will be named one of the ten U.S. host cities. 
16m Jun 16, 2022
16m
PGA Tour caddie Scott Sajtinac joins The Bench
PGA Tour caddie Scott Sajtinac joins The Bench to talk about the U.S. Open this weekend as well as the ensuing LIV Tour controversy. 
14m Jun 16, 2022
14m
Glenn Davis of Soccer Matters joins The Bench
Glenn Davis discusses the World Cup slate and chances of the Houston hosting games during the 2026 World Cup. 
14m Jun 15, 2022
14m
06/15/2022 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 3
Soccer Matters host Glenn Davis joins The Bench to discuss the World Cup and the biggest news in the soccer world. John and Lance jump into another conversation regarding Deshaun Watson, before News of the Weird.
42m Jun 15, 2022
42m
Tony Grossi of 850 ESPN Cleveland joins The Bench
Tony Grossi discusses Deshaun Watson's future with the Browns and how Watson's possible suspension affects the team this season.
13m Jun 15, 2022
13m
06/15/2022 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 2
The pizza debate spills over into the second hour, before John and Lance pivot to a couple NBA topics. The guys take another look at the Astros' upcoming competition, before being joined by Tony Grossi from ESPN Cleveland to discuss Deshaun Watson's future with the Browns. 
50m Jun 15, 2022
50m
06/15/2022 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 1
In the first hour, John and Lance recap the Astros' win Tuesday as well as looking at the team's upcoming slate. The guys then dive into the latest on Bryson DeChambeau joining LIV, before ranting on the best pizza places. 
58m Jun 15, 2022
58m
06/14/22 The Bench Hour 3
In the final of The Bench John and Lance read aloud and debate an email from Texas A&M athletics department to the SEC league office concerning Alabama coach Nick Saban. Next, John and Lance talk over the Astros recent struggles at the plate and bullpen as well as continued frustration over Dusty Baker lineup card. To end the show, News of the Weird. 
40m Jun 14, 2022
40m
06/14/22 The Bench Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench John and Lance debate where this Golden State title would rank amongst their titles. Then, John and Lance dig into each other's top 10 all-time NBA players. Next, John and Lance discuss the legal troubles of one former Rockets player. Capping off the hour, Lance explains to John what the Nextdoor app is and reveals some of his favorite posts.
52m Jun 14, 2022
52m
06/14/22 The Bench Hour 1
On the first hour of The Bench John and Lance discuss the Astros beginning of summer struggles after last nights loss to the Rangers. Then, John and Lance recap last nights game 5 of the NBA finals. Next, John and Lance talk over Phil Mickelson's latest interview about his move to the Saudi golf league. To round out the hour John and Lance react to a clip of NBA draft analyst Jeff Goodman and t...
55m Jun 14, 2022
55m
6-13-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 2
50m Jun 13, 2022
50m
6-13-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 3
46m Jun 13, 2022
46m
6-13-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 1
58m Jun 13, 2022
58m
06/10/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the final hour of the show the guys talk spelling bee drama and have a sports themed spelling bee of their own. Next John and Lance debate the Texans running back situation and rookie running back Dameon Pierce.  To cap off the show, the guys give weird news of the week. 
52m Jun 10, 2022
52m
06/10/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour of the show the guys discuss what makes a Hall of Fame quarterback with a caller and the differences between the NFL in the past and today. To start the second half of the hour John and Lance rank American sports teams in a tier list and talk NFL Draft bust potential. To end the hour the guys rank and debate the top quarterbacks in the AFC. 
55m Jun 10, 2022
55m
06/10/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour of the show, John and Lance discuss the latest on the LIV Golf Tour. Next, the guys talk about the changes coming to the MLB in 2023 and what that means for the Astros. 
59m Jun 10, 2022
59m
06/09/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the third hour of the show, John and Lance discuss Astros batting and other batters around the league. Next, they about Roy McAvoy and the PGA Tour. To cap off the show, the guys talk about Lebron James's future and weird news of the week. 
45m Jun 09, 2022
45m
06/09/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour, John and Lance discuss the changes Houston Astros Manager Dusty Baker makes to the batting lineup and off season NFL player market. To cap off the show, the guys talk about the biggest contracts around the NFL. 
47m Jun 09, 2022
47m