07/26/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the third hour, the guys talk about the Olympics and Simone Biles plus the new news regarding Texas and Oklahoma leaving the BIG 12 Conference.
52m Jul 26, 2021
52m
07/26/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour, the guys talk about all of the trade possibilities and packages for Deshaun Watson, then the SEC Guy calls in and talks UT and OU wanting to join A&M in the SEC.
58m Jul 26, 2021
58m
SEC Guy calls into The Bench
After years, the SEC Guy finally calls back into ESPN 97.5 to talk about the recent news of Texas and Oklahoma wanting to join the Texas A&M Aggies in the SEC.
16m Jul 26, 2021
16m
07/26/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
Lance is back from vacation, so they kick off the show talking about the recent news of Deshaun Watson showing up to Texans Training Camp. They also talk about the Astros tough schedule ahead and Team USA Basketball loss to France.
56m Jul 26, 2021
56m
07/23/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4
In the final hour, multiple callers called in to debate the Aggies, Longhorns, and Sooners, so John turns it into a "Throw Shade Friday." The guys also talk the Astros and gives us some interesting "News of the Weird."
48m Jul 23, 2021
48m
07/23/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the third hour, the Cleveland Indians name change to the Cleveland Guardians, plus the Aggies may not be in on UT and OU joining the SEC.
54m Jul 23, 2021
54m
07/23/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour, the guys talk about the NFL and the vaccines that are causing some turmoil. They also talk about the Houston Texans as training camp approaches and also dive into the topic of "overrated teams in the NFL."
57m Jul 23, 2021
57m
07/23/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench, John and Del are joined by Houston News legend, Bob Slovak as they talk the Houston Astros, and the recent news of Texas and Oklahoma interest in joining the SEC.
51m Jul 23, 2021
51m
07/22/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4
The final hour of the show begins with John and Del talking about Tom Brady comparing himself to Wayne Gretzky and Michael Jordan. They also breakdown Jerry Jones' comments to the media about regretting how things ended with former head coach, Jimmy Johnson.
48m Jul 22, 2021
48m
07/22/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
John and Del continue to talk about the Texas possibly joining the SEC and what it would mean for Texas A&M. They also chat about the NBA offseason and if Damian Lillard would leave Portland for Houston.
46m Jul 22, 2021
46m
07/22/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
The guys continue to field reactions to Texas' intentions to join the SEC and what it would mean for the UT/A&M rivalry. They also evaluate how college football coaches should be addressed in press conferences following Jackson State head coach, Deion Sanders, walking out of a press conference before wrapping up the hour talking about possible offseason moves for the Rockets.
50m Jul 22, 2021
50m
07/22/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
John and Del react to the Astros loss to Cleveland and the reports of Texas and Oklahoma planning to join the SEC. They also discuss the probability of Deshaun Watson playing this upcoming NFL season.
52m Jul 22, 2021
52m
07/21/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4
In the fourth hour, John and Del take a look at the legitimacy of the 2021 NBA Finals and Tony Buzbee trolling Deshaun Watson, along with more Texans slander. The Bench also dives into News of the Weird.
47m Jul 21, 2021
47m
07/21/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3 (Alonzo Highsmith fill-in)
In the third hour, John and Alonzo discuss college football transfers, boosters, spending and endorsements. They also take a quick look at the COVID-19 issues in the Olympics. 
51m Jul 21, 2021
51m
07/21/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2 (Alonzo Highsmith fill-in)
In the second hour, John and Alonzo check on the top teams in the NFL and their predictions for the season, as well as, the Aaron Rodgers debacle. They also take a listen at Deion Sanders outrage with a reporter calling him by his first name and the Rockets' rumored trade target. 
53m Jul 21, 2021
53m
07/21/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1 (Alonzo Highsmith fill-in)
In the first hour, John is joined by Alonzo Highsmith, former Houston Oiler and now Seattle Seahawk executive. The Bench takes a look at Jose Altuve's memorable night on Tuesday, the NBA Finals and stories from Highsmith at the University of Miami. 
53m Jul 21, 2021
53m
07/20/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4 (Richard Justice fill-in)
In the final hour of The Bench, John, Del, and Richard preview the Astros vs. Indians tonight and the urgency for Houston to win. More Astros talk included winning without George Springer and what the players mean to the city. The guys wrapped up the show with “news of the weird."
49m Jul 20, 2021
49m
07/20/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3 (Richard Justice fill-in)
In the third hour of The Bench, John, Del, and Richard cover all bases, starting with baseball, with history being made at the Rays vs. Orioles game having an all-female broadcast booth. They discuss how great of a hire Dusty Baker has been for the Astros as manager. Talking NBA, the guys express concern of Scott Foster officiating Game 6 with Chris Paul losing the last twelve games officiated ...
52m Jul 20, 2021
52m
07/20/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2 (Richard Justice fill-in)
Hour two of The Bench heard John and Richard unpack the SEC announcing refusal to reschedule games affected by covid-19. More in the SEC, the guys discuss Aggie football top-10 program, Alabama football, and vaccine protocols. In basketball, the guys discuss the Rockets’ naming a Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer, Julian Duncan.
53m Jul 20, 2021
53m
07/20/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1 (Richard Justice fill-in)
In the first hour of The Bench, John and Richard discuss a lot of baseball, from the Astros owner, Carlos Correa’s slump, Alex Bregman’s success, and Lance Berkman taking off as the head coach of Houston Baptist. More in baseball, the guys break down the Astros, Phillies, and Yankees pursuit of center fielder, Starling Marte. The guys wrap up hour one with talk of DeShaun Watson wanting to get ...
51m Jul 20, 2021
51m
07/19/2021 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 4
In the final hour of The Bench, John and Del discuss their predictions for the Rockets’ No. 2 pick. In football, the guys address Deshaun Watson potentially facing suspension with or without charges. Later, they preview the Astros hosting the Indians. The guys wrap up the show with “news of the weird.”
46m Jul 19, 2021
46m
07/19/2021 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 3
In the third hour of The Bench, John and Del discuss Carlos Correa of the Houston Astros upon his return to the lineup. Later, the guys float the topic of Aaron Rodgers potentially getting traded. In basketball discussion, the guys talk about the NBA finals.
49m Jul 19, 2021
49m
TexAgs.com Executive Editor and Co-owner Billy Liucci joins The Bench
TexAgs.com executive editor and co-owner, Billy Liucci joins John and Del to give insight on TexAgs' new deal with Texas A&M running back, Isaiah Spiller and safety, Demani Richardson.
26m Jul 19, 2021
26m
07/19/2021 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench, TexAgs co-owner and executive editor, Billy Liucci joins John and Del to give insight on TexAgs’ deal with certain Aggie football players. Later, the guys give their movie reviews on Space Jam 2 and discuss the possibility of Max Scherzer heading to the Houston Astros.
57m Jul 19, 2021
57m
07/19/2021 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 1
In hour one of The Bench, John and Del hit the latest in golf, with Collin Morikawa named champion golfer of the year. The guys get into baseball and discuss Abraham Toro’s lone hit for the Astros. In football, the guys discuss SEC Media days and TexAgs.com forming a deal with Texas A&M players for $10,000. 
51m Jul 19, 2021
51m
07/16/2021 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 4
ESPN Houston's own Del Olaleye and Nick Sharara joins him. Speak on athletes missing the Olympics and the state of the AFC South. Next the Rockets possible move in the draft. Lastly the possible move of Damian Lillard.
47m Jul 16, 2021
47m
07/16/2021 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 3
ESPN Houston's own Lance Zierlein and Del Olaleye talk about the possibilities of Damian Lillard moving along. Later speaks with Maurice Jones-Drew on NFL/Texans running backs and their rankings. 
48m Jul 16, 2021
48m
07/16/2021 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 2 end
ESPN Houston's own Lance Zierlein and Del Olaleye speak on the Astros performance of late.
22m Jul 16, 2021
22m
07/16/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2 Chad Ford Interview pt. 2
ESPN Houston's own Lance Zierlein interviews Chad Ford and discusses draft potential for the Houston Rockets. 
16m Jul 16, 2021
16m
07/16/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2 Chad Ford Interview pt. 1
ESPN Houston's own Lance Zierlein interviews Chad Ford and discusses prospect in upcoming NBA draft.
15m Jul 16, 2021
15m
07/16/2021 The Bench with John and Lance
ESPN Houston's own Lance Zierlein and Del talk baseball and Astros performance and upcoming games. Then Richard Sherman reports and Tom Brady reports. Lastly Kawhi Leonard and what will the Clippers do with him. 
52m Jul 16, 2021
52m
07/15/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
ESPN's John Granato and Lance Zierlein open up with their reaction to game 4 of the NBA Finals. The guys go Adam Schefter's comments over DeShaun Watson and whether they think the Eagles will try and trade for Watson. 
55m Jul 15, 2021
55m
07/15/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
Lance and John go over new policy changes for Texans season ticket holders and how that will make some fans feel. The guys have MLB.com columnist, Richard Justice on the show to talk about the MLB and the Astros. 
47m Jul 15, 2021
47m
07/15/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
John and Lance give their thoughts on Richard Sherman and his recent arrest. John and Lance talk about CTE and how it has effected players and how they can get help. 
1hr Jul 15, 2021
1hr
07/15/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4
In the final hour Del takes over for John and Lance. Del goes over the Horns Down rule change, the NBA Finals and how game 4 changed the momentum of the series. 
49m Jul 15, 2021
49m
07/14/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4
In the final hour of The Bench, John and Del discuss dominant players in the NFL and if Tom Brady is as dominant as Patrick Mahomes. More in the NFL, breaking news with Richard Sherman arrested on domestic violence, as a felony. Later, the guys discuss Ben Simmons damaging his brand. John and Del wrap up the program with "news of the weird."
47m Jul 14, 2021
47m
07/14/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
Hour three of The Bench heard John, Lance, and Del preview the NBA Finals and the different rhythm it has compared to last year’s bubble. Later, the guys dive into football and University of Houston’s head coach, Dana Holgorsen dealing with pressure to reach nine wins this season, despite only being in year three.
50m Jul 14, 2021
50m
07/14/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour of The Bench, John, Lance, and Del continue their Astros discussion with guest, Alyson Footer joining the program. Later, the guys brainstorm new names for the Washington football team.
1hr Jul 14, 2021
1hr
MLB.com Executive Editor Alyson Footer joins The Bench
MLB.com executive editor and former sports columnist for the Astros, Alyson Footer joins John and Lance to talk about the Astros and their cheating scandal, minor league
18m Jul 14, 2021
18m
07/14/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour of The Bench, John, Lance, and Del focus on baseball and discuss the All Star game without any Astros. The baseball talk continues with José Altuve's home run to beat the Yankees, and whether or not fans should trust the Astros. Later, the guys give their thoughts on the Rockets potentially trading for Cade Cunningham to be their No. 1 pick.
54m Jul 14, 2021
54m
07/13/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4
In the final hour, John and Del take another look at the Shohei Ohtani and Stephen A. Smith situation. They also take a look at top players on each NFL teams and their ratings, and everyone's favorite, News of the Weird. 
49m Jul 13, 2021
49m
07/13/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the third hour, John and Lance take an unorthodox turn to the English soccer and a recent gold headline, as well as, John Wall's recent liked tweet about being traded. They also turn to a disturbing San Francisco 49ers story from decades ago, and also bring in the intern to talk about the Astros.
53m Jul 13, 2021
53m
St. Louis Cardinal Matt Carpenter joins The Bench
St. Louis Cardinals infielder Matt Carpenter joins the show to talk about the Astros' cheating scandal, All-Star selections and the ballad of Yadier Molina.
27m Jul 13, 2021
27m
07/13/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In the second hour, John and Lance dissect who are the frontrunners for Comeback Player of the Year in the NFL. To close out the hour, they are joined by the St. Louis Cardinals utility man, Matt Carpenter.
56m Jul 13, 2021
56m
07/13/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour, John and Lance review the Home Run Derby festivities from the night before along with Orbit being booed, as well as, the MLB Draft. They also dive into the Stephen A. Smith issue with Shohei Ohtani. 
57m Jul 13, 2021
57m
07/12/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 4
In the final hour of the show, John and Del talk about Team USA loss to Nigeria in an Olympic Exhibition Game, plus gives us interesting news regarding College Sports plus "News of the Weird" with John from around the world.
50m Jul 12, 2021
50m
07/12/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 3
In the 3rd hour, the guys talk Novak Djokovic, the worst contracts on the Houston Texans roster. Plus more Houston Astros talk and lineups.
54m Jul 12, 2021
54m
07/12/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 2
In hour 2, John and Lance gives their MVP for the first half of the season, Texans begging fans to buy tickets, and more on the NBA Finals and Astros.
51m Jul 12, 2021
51m
07/12/2021 The Bench with John and Lance Hour 1
In the first hour to kick off The Bench, John and Lance talk about Altuve homerun to send the Yankees home after the 9th inning comeback. They also talk about Giannis performance in the Game 3 win in the NBA Finals, plus Connor McGregor broken tibia coming in his fight vs. Dustin Poirier.
58m Jul 12, 2021
58m
07.09.21 The Bench with John & Lance Hour 4
ESPN Houston's own John Granato and Lance Zierlein speak on Correa missing the All Star game. Next Conor McGregor's upcoming match along with the Soccer Euro Cup. 
53m Jul 09, 2021
53m