3-7-23 Hour 3 -- John and Lance: The Rizz Gods
In our final hour, the guys speak on the Astros starting lineup and who they feel will start where. In addition, Lance's Mock draft comes out today and gives one prediction that he feels one city won't like too much. Also, do you know GenX slang? The guys discuss all that and more on The Bench.
49m Mar 07, 2023
49m
3-6-23 The Bench Hour 1 -- Which victory was better the Rockets or Cougars?
John and Lance and starts the show speaking on lance speaking on what he experienced at the combine. They analyze both  the Rockets and Cougars Victory and how impressive both teams played. they finish the segment with the question: What did you learn This weekend?
55m Mar 06, 2023
55m
3-6-23 The Bench Hour 2 -- Chris Rock smack at the Oscars finally in effect: Chris Rock Claps back at Will Smith
John and Lance started this hour with the Rockets and the Draft Lottery and the process of it. Lance goes more in depth on the combine and who stood out in it. Finally after months Chris rock getting smacked came in effect and Chris decides to clap back at will smith.
51m Mar 06, 2023
51m
3-6-23 The Bench Hour 3 -- Travis Kelce posts his hilarious Saturday Night live
John and lance started this hour with the combine and Houston Rockets beating the spurs 142-110. then they transition to Jets and Nick Cesario drafting decisions and why he made certain decisions he did. finally they finish with the weirdest news of the weird.
44m Mar 06, 2023
44m
3-3-23 The Bench Hour 1 -- The stock continues to Rize
In our opening hour, John and Lance speak on the happenings at the NFL Combine and who is beginning to stand out. Also, are you okay with the games going faster in the MLB with the pitch clock. Additionally, who is impressing in their pre-draft interviews in Indy? Find all that out and more on The Bench
58m Mar 03, 2023
58m
3-3-23 The Bench Hour 2 -- It's gotta be the shoes
In our second hour, John and Lance speak on Houston Rockets rebuild and what they've thought about it so far. Also, Lance is getting custom made shoes... how do you think he should decorate them? In addition, Bill Walton was on one this week during his broadcasts on ESPN... What did he have to say? Find all that out and more on The Bench.
50m Mar 03, 2023
50m
3-3-23 The Bench Hour 3 -- Give me my money
In our final hour, The guys speak on who they'd rather want for the Houston Rockets: Victor Wembanyama or Scoot Henderson? Also, why do John and Lance continue to lose things? In addition, Jake Paul lost his fight and said he'd double the purse of Tommy Fury... so why hasn't he yet. Find out all that and more on The Bench.
42m Mar 03, 2023
42m
3-2-23 Hour 1 -- DeMeco Ryans System
In our opening hour, we hear from DeMeco Ryans from the combine and gather his philosophies for the NFL Draft and this upcoming season. Also, how did Hunter Brown feel he did in his first start in spring training? In addition, how does the Jalen Carter story shake up the NFL Draft moving forward? The guys speak on all that and more on The Bench.
54m Mar 02, 2023
54m
3-2-23 Hour 2 -- Get a tat so I know the love is real
In our second hour, John and Lance speak on the Rockets loss last night to the Grizzlies and how open they would be to a James Harden reunion in Houston. Also, would you get a face tattoo on your face for The Bench? The guys get into all that and more on the program in hour #2
48m Mar 02, 2023
48m
3-2-23 Hour 3 Winning Fixes Everything... Or does it?
In our final hour, John and Lance were joined by Evan Drellich of The Athletic and Author of the book Winning Fixes Everything. He would discuss the Astros cheating scandal and give more tidbits about what was pointed out in his book. Also, when it comes to America's Top-5 cleanest cities, did Houston make the cut. In addition, Lance had to leave to do TV at the combine in Indy. Who would fill ...
48m Mar 02, 2023
48m
Senior Writer for The Athletic Evan Drellich joined The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein
24m Mar 02, 2023
24m
3-1-2023 Hour 1 -- Is Stephen Silas Singling out Segan?
John and Lance start off the show with Nikola Jukic's 100th triple Double and how amazing that was. they transition into the NFL Draft Combine and what good picks would help the Texans. They finished the hour with analyzing Nick Caserio's Draft Combine Press Conference.
53m Mar 01, 2023
53m
3-1-2023 Hour 2- Can Carson Wentz be a starting Quarterback?
In this second hour John and lance cover the NFL Draft and combine and more the different trades that makes sense for the next season. different guest spoke out about their opinion on the draft.
54m Mar 01, 2023
54m
3-1-2023 Hour 3-- Jalen Carter might be involved in the drag race that killed teammate Devin Willocke
John and Lance spoke on the NFL Draft picks and trades dealing with the combine and Bryce young. they also cover the Astros Yarden Alvarez expecting to be ready for the next season and they finish with the news of the weird.
44m Mar 01, 2023
44m
2-28-23 Hour 1 -- The Clock continues to tick in the MLB
In our opening hour, John and Lance would speak on the Houston Astros outing during spring training. We'd hear from Forrest Whitley and Jeremy Pena, who give their thoughts on how they've performed so far in spring training as well as what they think about the rule changes. Plus, is the reason Lamar Jackson doesn't have a new deal already because he doesn't have proper management? Find out all ...
53m Feb 28, 2023
53m
2-28-23 Hour 2 -- Kevin Durant and the Superteams
In our second hour, we hear from Charles Barkley, who would give his feelings on NBA load Management as well as what will it take for Kevin Durant to get the NBA players of old to get off his back? Also, we would be joined by Robert Flores of the MLB Network, who would give us insight with the pitch clock as well as the Houston Astros. All that and much more on The Bench.
54m Feb 28, 2023
54m
2-28-23 Hour 3 -- Significance in being Number 1
In our final hour, John and Lance look into the NFL Draft combine and speak on who they'll be looking at closely in Indy. Also, we hear what Giannis REALLY had to say about LeBron, Jokic and KD. Plus, is there significance that the Houston Cougars finished the season at No. 1 in the nation? In addition, we take a look around the world to see what made the headlines for news of the weird. All th...
45m Feb 28, 2023
45m
MLB Network Host Robert Flores joined The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein
16m Feb 28, 2023
16m
2-27-2023 Hour 1- Can anyone beat Damian Lilard,s career high 71 points?
John and Lance start the show with Damian Lilard 71 points and analyzing more in depth with the rockets roster. They also announce my bookie and their fishing show coming up soon.
53m Feb 27, 2023
53m
2-27-2023 Hour 2- did Jake Paul win this recent Fight against Tommy Fury
John and Lance cover the Houston Rockets and Damian Lilard amazing 71 Points!!!!! with also transition to Jake Paul fight against Tommy Furry. they finish the segment with the question: What you learned this weekend?
56m Feb 27, 2023
56m
2-27-2023 Hour 3 Is it Veterans day or am i dreaming: Houston Rockets Announce signing of Willie Cauley
John and Lance starts off with the lip golf and the added rounds to it and also baseball pitchers playing less with listeners sharing their opinion. The Houston Rockets signing Willie Cauley which is a Veteran Big man. Finishes off the show with the amazing news of the weird.
44m Feb 27, 2023
44m
Houston's traffic expert Jennifer Reyna Wishes Gilbert a Happy Birthday
8m Feb 24, 2023
8m
2-24-23 Victor Wembanyama Stands Tall... but also soft?
In our opening Hour, John and lance discuss the Houston discuss potential #1 Pick Victor Wembanyama and whether or not the Physicality of the NBA will be a problem for him. Also, is there a free agent Quarterback in the NFL that you'd potentially give up the #1 pick for? In addition, A Houston Astro is ranked in the Top 10 of the MLB's Top 100 list. Who you ask? Find out on The Bench
56m Feb 24, 2023
56m
2-24-23 Hour 2 That's creepier than I Remember
In our second hour, John and Lance discuss what teams they're interested to watch in the NFL Draft. In addition, what songs back in the 80's were creepier than you remember? Find all that out and more on The Bench.
49m Feb 24, 2023
49m
2-24-23 -- Happy Birthday Gilbert!
In our final hour of The Bench, the entire city of Houston wishes Gilbert a Happy Birthday. Including one guest that we never thought would call the program. Also, John and Lance FINALLY get the CORRECT version Heighdy-Ho Princess to play for the birthday boy. What else did Gilbert want for his birthday? Find out on The Bench.
51m Feb 24, 2023
51m
2-23-23 The Bench Hour 1 -- Lance McCullers Jr. Astronomical Injury
In our opening segment, John and Lance take a deep dive into Lance McCullers' injury and who will need to step up for the Houston Astros in his absence. Also, the guys would get into a little bit of soccer talk on the program and speak on Brandon Miller's night vs South Carolina. Listen in to Hour #1 of The Bench.
58m Feb 23, 2023
58m
2-23-23 The Bench Hour 2 -- The Brandon Miller Saga
In our second Hour, John and Lance discussed the Brandon Miller saga and gave their feelings on it. Also, the guys took calls to get others their opportunity to speak on the matter. In addition, what do you think about College Football wanting to shorten their games? The guys talk about all that and more on the bench.
51m Feb 23, 2023
51m
2-23-23 The Bench Hour 3 -- SNOWDAY!
In our final hour, John and Lance speak on the excitement of Snowdays and listen to one high school commentator who completely became overjoyed by one. Also, they discuss Chas McCormick's chances with the Astros in terms of being the starting Center Fielder. In addition, we go all around the country to see what's going on with News of the Weird. The Guys discuss all that and more on The Bench.
48m Feb 23, 2023
48m
2-22-2023 The Bench hour 1- Yordan Alvarez Hand Injury Concerns
John And Lance covers and analyzes the Houston Texans Draft and their future. they ask the most famous question: what are three reasons to be optimistic about the Texans?
53m Feb 22, 2023
53m
Robert Mays Interview
Robert Mays joins the show and talks football and overall of their career.
20m Feb 22, 2023
20m
2-22-2023 The Bench hour 2 - Which football team has the most cap space?
John and Lance discuss the different NFL teams cap space and who has the most in rating. They also cover different NFL Picks and a special guest joins the show.
1hr 4m Feb 22, 2023
1hr 4m
2-22-2023 The Bench Hour 3 - Should the Texans take a risk on a rookie QB?
John and lance covers Texans finding a good QB for next season following with different NFL Draft picks . They transition to James Harden and the predictions of him coming back to the Houston Rockets for next season and finishes with the amazing news of the weird.
42m Feb 22, 2023
42m
2-21-23 The Bench Hour 1 -- We're #1 Again
In our opening hour, John and Lance shared their happiness as the Houston Cougars now take the #1 spot in the AP Poll again. Also, we'd take a look into Astros spring training and hear from Jeremy Pena as well as Alex Bregman and Michael Brantley. Also, should we buy into this Will Levis to the Texans talk? Find out in Hour #1 of The Bench.
1hr 1m Feb 21, 2023
1hr 1m
2-21-23 The Bench Hour 2 -- Who he play for?
In our second hour, the guys would take a deep dive into Texans free agency and discuss who they would like to see come to the team. Also, Lance named who he'd put in his own Texans ring of honor... who do you have in yours? Additionally, if you didn't want Karl Malone or John Stockton apart of the All-Star festivities, which former Jazz player would you have invited. The guys spoke on those to...
49m Feb 21, 2023
49m
2-21-23 The Hour 3 -- Heighdy-Ho Princess
In our final hour, John and Lance speak on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's comments about how NBA Players would give more effort in the All-Star Game if they were given more incentive. Also, they would speak once again speak with Gilbert to see if he figured everything out with Alexa. In addition, what former Sports Houstonian would you forgive for their sins? The guys speak on all that and more on T...
46m Feb 21, 2023
46m
2-20-2023 The Bench hour 1 - What is the Houston Roughnecks Future?
John and Lance starts off the show with analyzing the NBA All star Game. they also talk about the Houston Roughnecks' Football and how they are improving and then finishing the segment with the question: What did you learn this weekend?
57m Feb 20, 2023
57m
2-20-2023- The Bench Hour 2- Does Nascar have Overtime?
John and Lance starts the next segment with Nascar racing and the fact that they might have overtime in these races. they also cover the Astros Baseball and their special player injuries being a big deal or not.
54m Feb 20, 2023
54m
1-20-2023 The Bench Hour 3 - Is the NBA All star Games Overrated?
John and Lance first cover the NBA All start games and how that they are not as exciting and interesting as they used to be. They also cover the twist on the Michael Jordan and Lebron James debate following the Houston show giveaway tickets. Finishing the show off with the amazing news of the weird.
39m Feb 20, 2023
39m
2-17-23 The Bench Hour 1 -- Why can't we load manage?
In our opening hour of the program, John and Lance speak on the chatter of those who fell Jalen Green should be sat down the rest of the season for the Houston Rockets. Also, when it comes to cap casualties for the Houston Texans and around the NFL, who are a couple of players we may see in different places? In addition, who may we see on the Texans? The guys speak on all that and more on The B...
59m Feb 17, 2023
59m
2-17-23 The Bench Hour 2 -- When you think of Houston...
In our second hour, the guys talked about the First thing that comes to their mind when it comes to the city of Houston. However, their answers may not be the correct one according to a former Rockets star. Also, there seems to be trouble with one team and their Ace pitcher when it comes to arbitration. Which player? Find that out and more on The Bench.
53m Feb 17, 2023
53m
2-17-23 The Bench Hour 3 -- Searching for an FAS Cure
In our Final Hour, John and Lance speak with Dusty. A man that suffers with a rare condition called F.A.S. Also, UH Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson joined the program to talk about the team's win last night as well as what he hopes to see as the season continues. In addition, we look around the world and find the latest News of The Weird. All that and more on The Bench.
44m Feb 17, 2023
44m
UH Cougars Men's Basketball Coach Kelvin Sampson joined The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein
19m Feb 17, 2023
19m
2-16-23 The Bench Hour 1 -- We don't run plays for Jabari Smith Jr.
In our opening hour, John and Lance get into the NFL Draft and with the Houston Texans announcing that they'll be selecting a QB at 2, will they potentially trade up to get the First Pick to select Bryce Young? Also, Is there such a thing as moral victory Thursday for the Rockets after their loss to OKC? In addition, we take a deep dive into the article that was written by Marc Spears on Jabari...
56m Feb 16, 2023
56m
2-16-23 The Bench Hour 2 -- Can you be my Dad?
In our second Hour, we'd continue our conversation the Houston Rockets and the recent article that came out about Jabari Smith Jr. Also, we'd get into a little bit of Houston Roughnecks talk with John Granato as well as speak on which Houston Coach would you want to have as a father? The guys discuss all that and more on The Bench
52m Feb 16, 2023
52m
2-16-23 The Bench Hour 3 -- The Future of The Rockets with Kelly Iko
In our final hour, John and Lance would be joined by The Athletic's Kelly Iko, who would speak on the state of the Houston Rockets and what they need to do moving forward. Also, we'd look into the bold predictions that may happen during this NFL off-season. In addition, take a deep dive into the crazy we call News of The Weird. All that and more on The Bench.
47m Feb 16, 2023
47m
The Athletic's Kelly Iko joined The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein
27m Feb 16, 2023
27m
2-15-2023 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 1
John and Lance begins the show Rockets and the areas they are lacking and basically how can they be a vet leadership. They transition the MLB Rule Champs and the updates on all of the teams.
56m Feb 15, 2023
56m
2-15-2023 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 2
John and Lance in this 2nd hour talks about trades and picks from Football, basketball, and baseball picks.
50m Feb 15, 2023
50m
2-15-2023 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 3
John and Lance in this 3rd hour covered NFL picks and trades for the 2023 season. they also talk about the famous dunk contest coming up and analyzing who deserves it. The show ended with the very famous news of the weird.
47m Feb 15, 2023
47m
2-14-23 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 1 -- We could win at any time
In our opening hour, John and Lance recap the Rockets loss vs the 76ers and how the Rockets could win at any time but are tanking for the #1 pick. Also, The MLB has decided to make one rule change permanent moving forward. Which One? Find out on The Bench.
59m Feb 14, 2023
59m