The Bench: Rockets have a variety of ways to win
John and Lance talked about James Harden's big game against the Nuggets on Sunday night, and how the Rockets have a lot of ways to win games this year.
5m Feb 26, 2018
5m
A.J. Hoffman: 5 Needs For Texans
A.J. Hoffman wrote 5 things the Houston Texans need to do heading into free agency and the Draft. Fred and A.J. break down the list and talk about the biggest concerns the Texans have to fix the roster without picks in the first two rounds of the NFL Draft.
10m Feb 23, 2018
10m
The Usual Suspects: Lance Zierlein talks top QBs in 2018 draft
Today on The Usual Suspects, NFL draft analyst Lance Zierlein joined Joel and Barry and shared his thoughts on Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield, and Lamar Jackson.
7m Feb 23, 2018
7m
02/23/18 Spencer Hall joins The Bench
22m Feb 23, 2018
22m
Astros' Charlie Morton from Spring Traning
John Granato talked with Charlie Morton at Astros' Spring Training about the team's mindset heading into the 2018 season, and how to replicate last year's success.
8m Feb 21, 2018
8m
02/20/2018 Charlie Pallilo Show: did the Astros miss out on JD Martinez?
15m Feb 20, 2018
15m
02/20/2018 Astros owner Jim Crane joins The Bench
Jim Crane calls in. Discusses post season experiences. Astros new acquisitions. Astros new expectations for 2018.
11m Feb 20, 2018
11m
02/20/2018 Devo joins The Bench
Chris Devenski interview: Discussed Devo’s new beard. Coolest thing after WS Devo Live Smackdown w/ kids. Great finish 2017, tuff playoffs. Swag walk still highly confident.
8m Feb 20, 2018
8m
02/19/2018 Jeff Luhnow Spring Training Interview
Live from The Ballpark of The Palm Beaches, Astros General Manager Jeff Luhnow joins John, Raheel, and Del to talk about his work this offseason, the impact the championship has had on the city, the future of the team, and the combination of traditional scouting with analytics.
19m Feb 19, 2018
19m
02/19/2018 Astros Outfielder Derek Fisher joins The Bench
Live from Spring Training, Astros outfielder Derek Fisher joins John and Lance to talk about his experience in the legendary Game 5, how he has improved, and how great the locker room is.
7m Feb 19, 2018
7m
02/19/2018 Richard Justice joins The Bench
MLB.com columnist Richard Justice joins John and Lance and they talk Spring Training, AJ Hinch’s incredible player management, how good this Astros team is, the future of analytics in baseball, and Jose Altuve.
16m Feb 19, 2018
16m
02/16/18 The Usual Suspects joined by UH's Kelvin Sampson
9m Feb 16, 2018
9m
02/16/2018 Kelvin Sampson on the Charlie Pallilo Show
14m Feb 16, 2018
14m
The Bench: Rockets keep rolling and Deshaun vs Dak
John, Lance, and Del talk about the Rockets winning their 10th straight game, and what to expect from Deshaun Watson next season.
10m Feb 15, 2018
10m
Moves the Astros Could make, Joel & Barry discuss
Houston Astros pitchers and catchers report. Joel and Barry talk about the potential moves the World Series Champions could make. How much better to the Astros need to get? The Usual Suspects discuss.
8m Feb 13, 2018
8m
02/13/2018 Charlie Pallilo talks Houston Astros catching options.
4m Feb 13, 2018
4m
The Bench: "Luis Valbuena's Bat Fleep"
The guys talk to "Back Fleep" and guess which type of alcoholic beverages each Astros player drinks.
6m Feb 13, 2018
6m
02/09/18 Charlie Pallilo explains why the Rockets won't get Lebron James.
Charlie Pallilo breaks down the reasons why the Houston Rockets won't be able to land Lebron James next off-season.
11m Feb 09, 2018
11m
02.09.2018 Bun B talks about his new album on The Bench
9m Feb 09, 2018
9m
02.09.2018 The Bench talks Rockets and NBA trades
17m Feb 09, 2018
17m
Geoff Cameron Interview
Former Dynamo and current Stoke City Midfielder/Defender  Geoff Cameron joins Glenn Davis and Soccer Matters to talk the USA missing the World Cup and his past relationships with both Bruce Arena and Jurgen Klinsmann.
35m Feb 07, 2018
35m
The Bench: Should the Texans target Malcolm Butler?
Today on The Bench, John and Lance talked about the Texans' needs in free agency, if Malcolm Butler would be a good fit in Houston, and more.
14m Feb 06, 2018
14m
KPRC's Jake Reiner joins The Bench
Live from Philadelphia, Channel 2's Jake Reiner joins John and Lance to break down all the craziness that happened in the Super Bowl celebrations last night
11m Feb 05, 2018
11m
Actor/Comedian Extraordinaire Billy Gardell joins The Usual Suspects
Comedian and actor Billy Gardell, one of the stars from the CBS show Mike & Molly, comes into the studio with Barry and Joel to discuss the NFL Playoffs, the Super Bowl, what he’s doing now, and tell some hilarious stories.
21m Feb 02, 2018
21m
The Bench: Lance calls in from Radio Row...kind of
Today on the show, Lance called in to John and Del from the "Radio Row" Kolache Factory on Chimney Rock.  The guys had some fun with all the insanity that took place between Houston sports talk stations on Radio Row this week. It's a very funny segment you shouldn't miss.
14m Feb 02, 2018
14m
HOF WR Tim Brown joins The Bench
Today on The Bench, Tim Brown joined the show and talked about his playing career, the upcoming big game on Sunday, and Texans' star receiver DeAndre Hopkins.
10m Feb 02, 2018
10m
Tony “The Hatchetman” Valentine talks Super Bowl, sushi, and Grindr
Today on Granato and Raheel with Del, Tony “The Hatchetman” Valentine joined the show and shared his thoughts on Sunday's big game and much more.
14m Feb 02, 2018
14m
Gerald McCoy joins The Bench
Tampa Bay Buccaneers star DT Gerald McCoy joins John and Lance and talks about the Bucs disappointing season, Morgan Freeman having a rap battle against GOT's star Peter Dinklage, and more.
12m Feb 01, 2018
12m
Calvin Murphy Interview
Rockets legend Calvin Murphy joins The Usual Suspects to discuss James Harden breaking Calvin’s single-game scoring record.
12m Jan 31, 2018
12m
The Bench: Harden drops 60 and the return of "Becky"
John and Lance discussed James Harden's record-breaking game against the Magic last night, and "Becky" makes an appearance.
7m Jan 31, 2018
7m
The Usual Suspects: Orlando Pace Interview
Hall of Famer, Orlando Pace, joins the show in the second hour to discuss Super Bowl VII, Michigan State and how he possibly became a Texan.
8m Jan 30, 2018
8m
The Bench: Can the Astros' offense really be better in 2018?
Today on the show, John and Lance talked about the Astros' historic offense from 2017, and if there's actually room for improvement in 2018.
10m Jan 30, 2018
10m
Interview with VaynerSports VP Justin Giangrande
Vice President of VaynerSports Justin Giangrande joins Raheel and Del to talk about the work the company is doing with sports media, branding, and some of the clients they have in the upcoming NFL Draft.
16m Jan 29, 2018
16m
Bernie The Wolf joins The Bench
Draft scout, Bernie The Wolf, caught up with John and Lance and talked about all the action at Radio Row leading up to the big game on Sunday.
12m Jan 29, 2018
12m
Dynamo GM, Matt Jordan, joins Glenn Davis on Soccer Matters.
Matt Jordan joined Glenn Davis on Soccer Matters last night to cover abundance topics.  From Cubo's transfer to the marketing of star players, Jordan answers it all.
18m Jan 26, 2018
18m
The Bench: Bill O'Brien mic'd up and Texans free agency needs
Today on The Bench, John and Lance talked about Bill O'Brien being mic'd up at the Senior Bowl, and what needs the Texans need to address in free agency.
7m Jan 26, 2018
7m
The Bench: How is Bagwell in the HOF and not Clemens?
John and Lance discussed this year's HOF class and talked about Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds being denied entry once again.
8m Jan 25, 2018
8m
The Bench: Latest from the Senior Bowl and Lance goes on IR
John and Lance discuss all the action at the Senior Bowl, and find out why Lance had to go to the hospital.
12m Jan 24, 2018
12m
The Usual Suspects: Why Gerald Green didn't Play
You would think the Houston Rockets were excited that Trevor Ariza and Gerald Green were coming off their two-game NBA suspension. Ariza was thrown back into the mix but Gerald Green didn't play single minute. Why? Joel, Barry and Nick discuss.
10m Jan 23, 2018
10m
The Bench talks top QBs in the 2018 NFL Draft
Today on The Bench, Lance joined John and Del from the Senior Bowl and discussed the top QBs in the draft, and where they are likely to be drafted.
15m Jan 23, 2018
15m
The Usual Suspects: A-Rod replaces Aaron Boone, Joel & Barry Discuss
Aaron Boone becomes the New York Yankees manger leaving an available position at ESPN. A-Rod is named the new replacement. Joel and Barry discuss.
6m Jan 23, 2018
6m
The Usual Suspects: Rockets Win Series Against the Warriors
Joel, Barry and Nick recap the Rockets win over the Warriors getting the better of the defending champs in their three-game series this season. Can they compete against the Warriors in a seven-game series? The Usual Suspects discuss.
9m Jan 22, 2018
9m
The Usual Suspects: How the Eagles match up Against the Patriots
The Eagles prove a lot of doubters wrong and secure their spot in this year's Super Bowl. After defeating the Vikings in the NFC Championship without their starting QB, they now head to Minnesota where the NFL will host the Super Bowl between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles. How will back up QB Nick Foles match up against one of the greatest QBs of all time in Tom Brady.
4m Jan 22, 2018
4m
The Bench: Takeaways from Patriots-Jaguars
Today on The Bench, John and Lance shared their thoughts on the Patriots comeback win against the Jaguars in the AFC Championship game.
17m Jan 22, 2018
17m
The Bench: Win total for the Astros in 2018
Today on the show, the guys gave their predictions on how many games the Astros will win in 2018.
7m Jan 19, 2018
7m
Jim Crane joins The Bench
Astros Owner Jim Crane joins John and Lance in the studio to discuss his experience watching the 'Stros win the World Series, how the MLB can improve the pace of play, and more.
22m Jan 18, 2018
22m
The Bench: Rockets sneak into Clippers' locker room
Today on The Bench, John and Lance talked about the Rockets' loss to the Clippers, and all the action postgame when several Rockets' players went to the Clippers' locker room.
11m Jan 16, 2018
11m
The Blitz on Case Keenum
Fred and AJ talk about if Case Keenum should be given a big contract in the off-season. They breakdown his improvements and flaws in his game.
5m Jan 15, 2018
5m
The Usual Suspects: Breaking down the Gerrit Cole Trade
The Astros got deeper with their latest addition of Gerrit Cole. Barry Laminack and Joel Blank discuss.
11m Jan 15, 2018
11m
Jake Kaplan discusses the latest on Gerrit Cole and the Astros
The Houston Chronicle's Jake Kaplan joined The Usual Suspects and talked about the latest news on the Astros, free agency, and possible trades.
11m Jan 11, 2018
11m