07/26/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench, John and Dale talk about yesterday nights Astros loss to the Athletics and who the Astros should go forward with as starters for the rest of the season. Next the guys talk about the recent Kyler Murray contract and discuss if he is worth it or not. To cap off the hour the guys talk about some moves the Astros should make with the trade deadline coming up soon as ...
52m Jul 26, 2022
52m
NFL Analyst and XFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations, Marc Ross joins The Bench
NFL Analyst and XFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations, Marc Ross joins The Bench to discuss upcoming training camps in the NFL and what to expect. He also talks about what to expect to see for the XFL and how everything is looking for the Houston Roughnecks. 
18m Jul 26, 2022
18m
07/25/22 The Bench Hour 3 - Dana Holgorsen
Hour 3 of the Bench! This hour, John and Del spent the full hour talking with Houston Cougars head football coach Dana Holgorsen
42m Jul 26, 2022
42m
07/25/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
Hour 2 of The Bench with John and Lance! John believes Jeremy Pena has been the Astros most important position player this season, and went after some of the people criticizing his play.  Also, why is no one mentioning Davis Mills as a 2nd year breakout? John is frustrated with the national media.
42m Jul 25, 2022
42m
07/25/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
Hour 1 of The Bench! They discussed the Astros sweeping Seattle, the XFL returning to Houston, the sad news for Texans rookie WR John Metchie, and asked the listeners for the one thing they learned this weekend!
51m Jul 25, 2022
51m
07/22/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
To kick off the final hour of the show, John and Lance preview what's to come in the upcoming NFL season. Next, the guys recap the Astros double header performance against the Yankees. To wrap up the show, the guys discuss the Rockets projected win total. 
44m Jul 22, 2022
44m
07/22/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
To kick off the second hour of the show, the guys discuss potential moves for the Astros before the trade deadline and Astros injury updates. Next, the guys talk about the beef between Jimbo Fisher and Nick Saban. To wrap up the hour, the guys talk World Cup.
52m Jul 22, 2022
52m
07/22/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
To kick off the show, John and Lance recap yesterday's double header wins by the Astros against the Yankees. Next, the guys talk Deshaun Watson with the Browns and Kyler Murry's new contract with the Cardinals. To wrap up the hour, the guys talk college football. 
50m Jul 22, 2022
50m
07/21/22 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the final hour of The Bench, John and Del debate whether James Harden will live up to his new contract. Then, John and Del react to Jeff Passan subtle shot at the 2017 Astros. Next, Soccer Matters host Glenn Davis joins the show to talk about the upcoming World Cup and last night's friendly in Houston. To end the show, News of the weird.
47m Jul 21, 2022
47m
07/21/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench, John and Del talk legal troubles for one Texas A&M athlete. Then, John and Del discuss the ongoing Brooklyn Nets drama. To wrap up the second hour of the show John and Del give some Texan fantasy football sleepers. 
51m Jul 21, 2022
51m
07/21/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench, John is joined by Del Olaleye and they preview the heavyweight matchup between the Astros and Yankees in today's doubleheader. Then, John and Del debate what a successful season looks like for Davis Mills. At the end of the hour, John and Del recap the 2022 ESPY's. 
54m Jul 21, 2022
54m
Soccer Matters Host Glenn Davis joins The Bench
Soccer Matters host Glenn Davis joins The Bench. He breaks down last night's matchup between Man City and Club America. He also previews the World Cup later this year and for Houston hosting in 2026. 
12m Jul 21, 2022
12m
Ari Meirov of PFF joins The Bench
John and Del are joined by Ari Meirov to breakdown a multitude of headline around the NFL.
14m Jul 20, 2022
14m
7/20/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
To open the third hour, Katy Sweet of the Jimmy V Foundation previews the Jimmy V Award Ceremony at tonight's ESPY's. John and Del are later joined by Ari Meirov PFF to discuss a multitude of NFL headlines. The guys later listen to Rob Manfred from the All-Star Game before News of the Weird.
41m Jul 20, 2022
41m
7/20/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour, John and Del address the latest LIV Golf news and if Charles Barkley will join the broadcast. The show also dives into the Texans' themes for each home game. Del later breaks down the NCAA football slate for the 2022 season and the updated Madden overalls. 
51m Jul 20, 2022
51m
7/20/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour, John is joined by Del, who is filling in for Lance, to discuss the MLB All-Star Game and how Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher will address each other Oct. 2 as well as the NIL world. The guys later evaluate the future of the Texans' backfield and the aging players around the NFL. 
53m Jul 20, 2022
53m
7/19/22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 3
In the final hour of The Bench, John and Dale are joined by Pro Football Network reporter Aaron Wilson to discuss Deshaun Watson's current legal situations and other things Texans. Next the guys talk about some interesting news stories and their thoughts on them. To cap off the hour the guys do a segment called "News of The Weird" and discuss some wacky storied going on in the world right now. 
46m Jul 19, 2022
46m
7/19/22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench, John and Dale are joined by current New York  Yankees play Matt Carpenter to discuss the upcoming doubleheader against the Astros and his journey to joining the Yankees mid season. Next the guys discuss some recent NIL deals in the NCAA and how the coaches feelings towards NIL deals. To cap off the hour the guys talk about Deshaun Watson wanting to sue the NFL i...
47m Jul 19, 2022
47m
7/19/22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench, John and Dale talk all things MLB and the Astros. Next the guys touch on Deshaun Watson's legal situations and how long they think he will get suspended. To cap off the hour the guys talk about the recent Big XII talks of bringing other teams into the conference. 
59m Jul 19, 2022
59m
Pro Football Network reporter Aaron Wilson joins The Bench
Pro Football Network reporter Aaron Wilson joins The Bench to discuss Deshaun Watson's current legal situations and what he believes will happen for a suspension. He also gives the guys his favorite move by Nick Caserio. 
15m Jul 19, 2022
15m
New York Yankees player Matt Carpenter joins The Bench
Current New York Yankees player Matt Carpenter joins The Bench to discuss his journey to joining the Yankees, how the Yankees look at the Astros due to their upcoming doubleheader and how he was just named American League player of the week.
15m Jul 19, 2022
15m
7-18-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 3
46m Jul 18, 2022
46m
7-18-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 2
52m Jul 18, 2022
52m
7-18-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 1
58m Jul 18, 2022
58m
'The Captain' Director Randy Wilkins joins The Bench
Randy Wilkins previews his Derek Jeter documentary 'The Captain' before discussing the Astros-Yankees rivalry. 
15m Jul 15, 2022
15m
07/15/2022 The Bench with John and Lance
The show is joined by 'The Captain' directed Randy Wilkins who also gives his thoughts on the Astros-Yankees rivalry. John and Lance later discuss the beef between Bernard Pollard and Lamar Jackson.
47m Jul 15, 2022
47m
Zak Keefer of The Athletic joins The Bench
Zak Keefer previews and recaps his Andrew Luck coverage for The Athletic Football Show's latest six-part series on the former Pro Bowler. 
17m Jul 15, 2022
17m
07/15/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
The Bench is joined by Zak Keefer of The Athletic to breakdown the latest six-part podcast about Andrew Luck's career. Lance later rants on Framber Valdez's new hair before the guys discuss more about the Royals playing 10 unvaccinated players on the restricted list. 
50m Jul 15, 2022
50m
07/15/2022 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
John and Lance open Friday recapping the Astros' extra-inning win over the Angels on Thursday night before the guys indulge in the first round of the British Open.
55m Jul 15, 2022
55m
07/14/2022 The Bench Hour 3
To kick off the final hour of the show, John and Lance are joined by ESPN Sports Analytics Writer Seth Walder to talk NFL Analytics. Next, the guys dive into some Astros history. To wrap up the show, the guys do their weekly segment 'News of the Weird'. 
45m Jul 14, 2022
45m
ESPN Sports Analytics Writer Seth Walder joins The Bench
ESPN Sports Analytics Writer Seth Walder joins The Bench to discuss NFL analytics
16m Jul 14, 2022
16m
07/14/2022 The Bench Hour 2
To kick off the second hour of the show, John and lance discuss the modern era of recruiting in college football. Next, the guys give their expectations for Texans players next season. To wrap up the hour, the guys talk everything Astros.
51m Jul 14, 2022
51m
07/14/2022 The Bench Hour 1
To kick off the show, John and Lance discuss last night's Astros loss to the Angeles and the wildcard race in the American League. Next, PGA Tour Caddie Scott Sajtinac joins The Bench to talk about the PGA Tour. To wrap up the first hour, the guys talk about the quality of Astros pitching. 
52m Jul 14, 2022
52m
PGA Tour Caddie Scott Sajtinac joins The Bench
PGA Tour Caddie Scott Sajtinac joins The Bench to talk about the PGA Tour.
13m Jul 14, 2022
13m
07/13/2022 The Bench Hour 3
To kick off the last hour of the show, John and Lance start off by talking some of the Texans positions and what all they need to look forward to. Next the guys talk to a guest about the Astros regarding lots of things with the team. To finish the last hour the guys do a segment called "News of the Weird ".
46m Jul 13, 2022
46m
07/13/2022 The Bench Hour 2
To kick off the second hour of the show the guys talk about some Texans and how they are looking so far. Next, John and Lance talk about the Astros game today with Christian Javier and Ohtani starting today. To cap off the hour they discuss the Texans running back situation and how they think they will do. 
49m Jul 13, 2022
49m
07/13/2022 The Bench Hour 1
To kick off the show, John and Lance talk about the Astros recent win against the Angels and how they shape up for todays game. Next, the guys touch on Deshaun Watson's cases and how long they think he will get suspended. To wrap up the hour, the guys talk about the Houston Rockets and the NBA Summer League.
55m Jul 13, 2022
55m
07/12/2022 The Bench Hour 3
To kick off the last hour of the show, John and Lance talk Astros pitching and more NBA Summer League. Next, the guys talk about success standards the media puts on professional athletes in today's world. To wrap up the show, the guys do their weekly segment 'News of the Weird'. 
47m Jul 12, 2022
47m
07/12/2022 The Bench Hour 2
To kick off the second hour of the show, John and Lance analyze ESPN's list of top 10 NFL QB's in 2022. Next, the guys talk about recent news in the PGA Tour. To wrap up the hour, the guys discuss Lebron James vs. Michael Jordan in goat contentions. 
48m Jul 12, 2022
48m
07/12/2022 The Bench Hour 1
To kick off the show, John and Lance talk about the Houston Rockets and the NBA Summer League. Next, the guys talk college football and who the Cougars biggest rivals are. To wrap up the hour, the guys discuss the addition of Texas and OU to the SEC. 
55m Jul 12, 2022
55m
7-11-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 3
47m Jul 11, 2022
47m
7-11-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 2
52m Jul 11, 2022
52m
7-11-22 The Bench with John Granato and Lance Zierlein Hour 1
55m Jul 11, 2022
55m
07/08/2022 The Bench Hour 3
In the final hour of The Bench, John and Lance talk about rookies to watch this upcoming NFL season, and their excitement for this Texans draft class. Continuing on, John and Lance recap last night's Rockets summer league debut and their hopes for Rockets young roster. Next, Locked on Rockets host Jackson Gatlin joins The Bench to talk Rockets. To end the week, News of the weird. 
46m Jul 08, 2022
46m
07/08/22 The Bench Hour 3
In the final hour of The Bench, John and Lance talk about rookies to watch this upcoming NFL season, and their excitement for this Texans draft class. Continuing on, John and Lance recap last night's Rockets summer league debut and their hopes for Rockets young roster. Next, Locked on Rockets host Jackson Gatlin joins The Bench to talk Rockets. To end the week, News of the weird. 
46m Jul 08, 2022
46m
07/08/2022 The Bench Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench, John and Lance are joined by MLB Network Radio host Mike Ferrin to talk Astros and their world series chances, excellent pitching, and more. Then, Lance lets out his frustration over multiple texts at once? Next, John and Lance talk about the upcoming MLB all-star break. To close out the hour, John and Lance talk tennis with Wimbledon coming to the finals. 
44m Jul 08, 2022
44m
07/08/2022 The Bench Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench John and Lance recap the Astros final game of their series against the Royals. Then, John and Lance react to Jose Altuve's postgame comments. Next, John and Lance discuss the importance of a running game in today's NFL. To end the hour, John and Lance talk over last night's Rockets summer league debut. 
56m Jul 08, 2022
56m
07/08/2022 Locked On Rockets Host Jackson Gatlin joins The Bench
Locked On Rockets host Jackson Gatlin joins The Bench to talk Houston Rockets. He recaps last night's summer league debut and what to expect from this years rookie class. 
11m Jul 08, 2022
11m
07/08/2022 MLB Network Radio Host Mike Ferrin joins The Bench
MLB Network radio host Mike Ferrin joins The Bench to talk Astros. John and Lance ask him about the Astros world series chances, trade deadline possibilities, and more. 
13m Jul 08, 2022
13m
07/08/2022 MLB Network Radio Host Mike Ferrin joins The Bench
MLB Network Radio Host Mike Ferrin joins The Bench to talk Astros. John and Lance ask him about the Astros world series chances, trade deadline possibilities, and more.
13m Jul 08, 2022
13m