The Chris Russell Show
3,441 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsChris discusses and debates DC sports on his daily show. Get informed and opinionated discussion of the Washington Commanders, the Nationals, Capitals, Wizards, and more.
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The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Motown Monday June 3rd, 2024
June 03, 2024 20:20 - 2 hours - 127 MBThe fight for the Commanders stadium location is starting to get heated up, Brandon McManus was let go after the accusations for sexual assault in Jacksonville, Larry Allen passed away, and call lines opened up on McManus, and the stadium, more of your calls on the Commanders dropping Brandon McManus More of your calls on what the Commanders should do with the placekicker, closing out your calls on the Commanders’ McManus situation and the stadium, is the WNBA hazing Caitlin Clark too much?...
Motown Monday: Fight for the Commanders stadium is heating up and McManus was let go
June 03, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: The fight for the Commanders stadium location is starting to get heated up, Brandon McManus was let go after the accusations for sexual assault in Jacksonville, Larry Allen passed away, and call lines opened up on McManus, and the stadium, more of your calls on the Commanders dropping Brandon McManus
Your calls on Brandon McManus and Caitlin Clark is undergoing hazing in the WNBA
June 03, 2024 20:11 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: More of your calls on what the Commanders should do with the placekicker, Closing out your calls on the Commanders' McManus situation and the stadium, Is the WNBA hazing Caitlin Clark too much? Chris closes out the hour with his thoughts on how Caitlin is being treated in the WNBA
Greg Wyshinski joins the show + DDOTD
June 03, 2024 20:10 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Greg Wyshinski of ESPN joins the show to talk about the Stanley Cup Finals matchup and looking back at the conference finals, and what the Capitals need to do to rebuild for the future, Chris quickly breaks down the Greg Wyshinski interview, Justin Jefferson has gotten paid by the Vikings, what will that do for the WR position, DDOTD: An Ohio Postal Worker Was Caught Racing Her Mail Van Against A Mustang At 105 MPH
Greg Wyshynski joins Russell on the radio
June 03, 2024 19:46 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBGreg Wyshynski of ESPN joins the show to talk about the Stanley Cup Final matchup and looking back at the conference finals, and what the Capitals need to do to rebuild for the future
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Feel Good Friday May 31st, 2024
May 31, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 127 MBNationals take the top story after going 3-1 against the Braves before the Guardians series, Matt tells a story from his days in music radio + Chris shouts out a local team, Dallas shut down the Timberwolves last night to punch their ticket to the finals, Chris says that he was surprised in that maturity he's seeing from Kryrie and likes Dallas to win the chip Mark “Munch” Bishop of Cleveland talk radio joins the show to talk about the Guardians hot season, the name change, and the upcoming...
Feel good Friday: Dallas Mavericks are going to be facing the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals
May 31, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Nationals take the top story after going 3-1 against the Braves before the Guardians series, Matt tells a story from his days in music radio + Chris shouts out a local team, Dallas shut down the Timberwolves last night to punch their ticket to the finals, Chris says that he was surprised in that maturity he's seeing from Kryrie and likes Dallas to win the chip
Munch Bishop joins the show + what can we learn from the Guardians name change
May 31, 2024 20:11 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Mark “Munch” Bishop of Cleveland talk radio joins the show to talk about the Guardians hot season, the name change, and the upcoming Browns vs. Commanders matchup, Quick turn with chris talking about his interview with Munch, Chris points out that he’s not against the names but we need to move past Redskins, Call lines open up to talk about the Commanders name issues
Back out to the phone lines to talk about the Commander's name + MOTM
May 31, 2024 20:10 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Back out to the phone lines to talk about the Commander's name drama, more of your calls to jump in on the Commander's name, Closing out your calls on the Commander's name and the potential name change, Moron of the Month: Woman won Indiana primary election while being dead
Mark "Munch" Bishop joins Russell on the Radio
May 31, 2024 18:43 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBMark “Munch” Bishop of Cleveland talk radio joins the show to talk about the Guardians hot season, the name change, and the upcoming Browns vs. Commanders matchup,
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Throwdown Thursday May 30th, 2024
May 30, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 129 MBWizards have named Brian Keefe as the next head coach after his interim stretch, Marjorie Harris spoke yesterday about the Commanders name in the community, Chris says that the name will only stay in a situation where the team starts winning, Quick turn with Chris talking about how he’s craving some Chicago style pizza Josh Robbins joins the show to talk about the Wizards hiring Brian Keefe as the Head coach, Chris points out the Wizards' defensive improvements since Keefe's been HC, and Ca...
Throwdown Thursday: Wizards next head coach, More on the Commanders name
May 30, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Wizards have named Brian Keefe as the next head coach after his interim stretch, Marjorie Harris spoke yesterday about the Commanders name in the community, Chris says that the name will only stay in a situation where the team starts winning, Quick turn with Chris talking about how he’s craving some Chicago style pizza
Josh Robbins joins the show + more on Keefe and your calls on the name change
May 30, 2024 20:11 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Josh Robbins joins the show to talk about the Wizards hiring Brian Keefe as the Head coach, Chris points out the Wizard's defensive improvements since Keefe's been HC, Call lines finally open up to talk about the Commanders' name change
Finishing up talking about the Commander's name + DDOTD
May 30, 2024 20:10 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris and Lynnell have a fun segment while avoiding the name change, Chris and Lynnell continue to point out that the issues with the name stem from losing, Closing out your calls on the name change, and supporting the team, DDOTD: Ohio Billionaire Is Taking A $20 Million Submarine To The Titanic Wreck Site To "Prove The Industry Is Safer After The OceanGate Incident"
Josh Robbins joins Russell on the Radio
May 30, 2024 18:30 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBJosh Robbins joins the show to talk about the Wizards hiring Brian Keefe as the Head coach and what that means for the Wizards future
Chris and Lynnell give their initial thoughts on Brian Keefe
May 30, 2024 17:21 - 8 minutes - 8.24 MBWizards have announced that the interim head coach Brian Keefe has moved up to the official head coach. Lynnell and Chris give their thoughts on how this will effect the future of the Wizards and if this changes the draft outlook
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Windbag Wednesday May 29th, 2024
May 29, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 128 MBMinnesota Timberwolves stave off elimination with a win last night, Chris and Lynnell argue over if Doncic or Bird is a better player, Phone lines open up to talk about the Bird Vs Doncic argument, quick turn at the top of the hour congratulating Kedric Golston Back to your calls to talk about Lynnell's basketball takes, More of your calls talking about Lynnell’s “hot” take regarding Larry Bird, Continuing the calls off on Lynnell’s thoughts on Lebron and Bird, Closing out your calls on Bir...
Windbag Wednesday: Lynnell says that Larry Bird is worse than Luka Doncic?
May 29, 2024 20:12 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Minnesota Timberwolves stave off elimination with a win last night, Chris and Lynnell argue over if Doncic or Bird is a better player, Phone lines open up to talk about the Bird Vs Doncic argument, quick turn at the top of the hour congratulating Kedric Golston
Taking your calls on Lynnell saying Lebron is the GOAT and Doncic is better than Bird
May 29, 2024 20:11 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Back to your calls to talk about Lynnell's basketball takes, More of your calls talking about Lynnell’s “hot” take regarding Larry Bird, Continuing the calls of on Lynnell's thoughts on Lebron and Bird, Closing out your calls on Bird and Lebron takes
Washington Post says that DC fans hate the Commander's name + DDOTD
May 29, 2024 20:10 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: The Washington Post put out a poll saying that a majority of DC and Commanders fans hate the name, Chris and Lynnell say that the name may stink but it’s a non-issue, DDOTD: Police officer in hot water after having sex with a woman he arrested in his locked cop car
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Gridiron Tuedsay May 28th, 2024
May 28, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 129 MBOpening up on Doc’s birthday with him giving words in remembrance of Bill Walton, Chris and Doc talk about some of their favorite Bill Walton moments, The Celtics managed to sweep the eastern conference finals, and There’s potentially going to be an 8-day break from playoff basketball if Dallas completes the sweep out to your calls to talk about Bill Walton and wishing Doc a happy birthday, the guys talk about the cake that Matthew made for Doc’s birthday today, Chris and Doc talk about the...
Gridiron Tuesday: Celebrating Doc’s birthday and remembering Bill Walton
May 28, 2024 20:12 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Opening up on Doc’s birthday with him giving words in remembrance of Bill Walton, Chris and Doc talk about some of their favorite Bill Walton moments, Celtics managed to sweep the eastern conference finals, There’s potentially going to be a 8-day break from playoff basketball if Dallas completes the sweep
Taking your calls on Bill Walton and Doc’s birthday + Commanders have McManus drama
May 28, 2024 20:11 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: out to your calls to talk about Bill Walton and wishing Doc a happy birthday, the guys talk about the cake that Matthew made for Doc’s birthday today, Chris and Doc talk about the Brandon McManus controversy and what the Commanders should do, more of your calls to wish Doc and happy birthday and
Taking your calls on Bill Walton and Docs Birthday + DDOTD
May 28, 2024 20:10 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris Matt and Doc get into if Cincinnati Chilli counts as chili+ your calls, more of your calls on McManus Bill Walton and Doc’s birthday, Closing out your calls to give Doc birthday wishes, DDOTD: Angel Hernandez has FINALLY left the MLB
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Feel Good Friday May 24th, 2024
May 24, 2024 20:23 - 2 hours - 131 MBChris opens up the show by talking about Memorial Day weekend+ last night in the NHL, A new settlement is forcing the NCAA to pay college athletes, Matthew gives his thoughts on the new rules regarding NCAA athletes getting paid, Continuing to talk about the landmark ruling for NCAA having to pay athletes Matt and Chris close out the discussion over the state of amateur sports, Nick Ashooh joins Chris to talk about the current NBA playoffs, the Commanders are now on the list of teams that w...
Feel Good Friday: Landmark ruling is forcing NCAA to pay 2.8 billion dollars to players
May 24, 2024 20:12 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Chris opens up the show by talking about Memorial day weekend+ last night in the NHL, A new settlement is forcing the NCAA to pay college athletes, Matthew gives his thoughts on the new rules regarding NCAA athletes getting paid, Continuing to talk about the landmark ruling for NCAA having to pay athletes
Closing out our talk on the NCAA + Nick Ashooh joins the show
May 24, 2024 20:11 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Matt and Chris close out the discussion over the state of amateur sports, Nick Ashooh joins Chris to talk about the current NBA playoffs, the Commanders are now on the list of teams that will NOT make a fool of themselves
Chris plays Guess the Quarterback and DDOTD
May 24, 2024 20:10 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris says that if Jayden is successful then Kingsbury will be out of here, Chris and Matt play Guess the Quarterback, and Matt is bad at the game, Chris continues to play guess the NFL QB and talks about Trevor and Tua wanting to get paid, DDOTD: Wheel of fortune contestant had a WILDLY wrong puzzle solve
Nick Ashooh joins Russell on the Radio
May 24, 2024 18:57 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBNick Ashooh from the Bet QL network joins the show to talk about the NBA playoffs and why they seem to be boring this year, Also he talks about his excitement for the Commanders season and Jayden Daniels
Memorial Day Weekend plans and thoughts
May 24, 2024 18:40 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBChris opens up the show by giving his plans for the long Memorial Day weekend and reminds us to remember the reason for the day
Should the Commanders offense be more up-tempo?
May 23, 2024 20:50 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBAfter listening to Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson's comments about at OTAs, Chris Russell and Lynnell Willingham get into a little debate about if the Commanders offense would benefit from a more up-tempo offense.
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Throwdown Thursday May 23rd, 2024
May 23, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 128 MBChris and Nell open up hot arguing about Jayden Daniels value immediately in the season, Lynnell argues that it’s pointless to worry about injuries for Jayden Daniels, Continued talk about how to use Jayden Daniels this season, Call lines open up if the Commanders should allow Jayden the option to run Matt pulls a prank on Nell and out to your calls to talk about Jayden and the DMV, more of your calls on Jayden Daniels early implementation in the season, listening ot Brian Robinson’s commen...
Throwdown Thursday: Should running be a major part of Jayden's game or is he due for an injury
May 23, 2024 20:12 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Chris and Nell open up hot arguing about Jayden Daniels' value immediately in the season, Lynnell argues that it’s pointless to worry about injuries for Jayden Daniels, Continued talk about how to use Jayden Daniels this season, Call lines open up if the Commanders should allow Jayden the option to run
Brian Robinson says that no huddle tempo is part of the design for the sesaon
May 23, 2024 20:11 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Matt pulls a prank on Nell and out to your calls to talk about Jayden and the DMV, more of your calls on Jayden Daniels early implementation in the season, listening ot Brian Robinson’s comments on tempo for the season, Closing out the hour with calls on Jayden and the offense tempo
Where is Terry McLaurin land within the NFL wide receivers + DDOTD
May 23, 2024 20:10 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Terry McLaurin was ranked 18th best wide receiver in the NFL, back to the call lines to talk about Terry Jayden and everything else, is James Woods coming up to the Nats soon? Closing out your calls for the show, DDOTD: McDonald worker caught using the Fry heating lamp to dry their mop
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Windbag Wednesday May 22nd, 2024
May 22, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 129 MBDoc jumps in for a little bit of Windbag Wednesday + last night's ECF opener, Chris and Lynnel continue to break down the wild opening to the ECF, Breaking down the upcoming western conference finals tonight, Jayden Daniels was ranked 27th out of 32 QB’s by PFF breaking down the QBs who were ranked around Daniels by PFF, the guys go down the list and try to see where they’d place Jayden in the list of QBs, finishing going over PFF’s QB rankings and finally opening up the call lines, PFF g...
Windbag Wednesday: Boston just barely eked out an OT win in the Eastern Conference Finals
May 22, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Doc jumps in for a little bit of Windbag Wednesday + last night's ECF opener; Chris and Lynnell continue to break down the wild opening to the NBA Eastern Conference Finals; breaking down the Western Conference Finals starting tonight; Jayden Daniels was ranked 27th out of 32 QBs by PFF.
Breaking down PFF’s rankings of quarterbacks and the Commanders top 3 players
May 22, 2024 20:11 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Breaking down the QBs who were ranked around Daniels by PFF, the guys go down the list and try to see where they’d place Jayden and open up the call lines; PFF also gave their top three players from each team and Chris and Nell go over the Commanders' trio.
Who are the Commanders top 3 players and DDOTD
May 22, 2024 20:10 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris and Lynnell give their thoughts on who could fit into the Commanders top 3, back to your calls to talk about the top 3 Commanders on the roster, the guys tackle the depth chart and who’s taking 1st team cornerback snaps, DDOTD: Mad dog royally messed up Draisaitl’s name
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Gridiron Tuedsay May 21st, 2024
May 21, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 127 MBDoc and Chris open up talking about the Timberwolves' win and the Oilers' comeback, Chris and Doc argue that the lack of great quarterback opponents helps our defense, and Chris argues that the start of the season is going to be a brutal gauntlet of QB’s, Chris asks Doc if its possible this defense could be a top three in the league Eric Flack reports that DC has financial issues that could affect RFK’s development, Should the Commanders come in with a big investor to develop RFK themselves...
Gridiron Tuesday: Breaking down the Postseason games + what the strength of schedule means for the defense
May 21, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Doc and Chris open up talking about the Timberwolves win and the Oilers comeback, Chris and Doc argue that the lack of great quarterbacks opponents helps our defense, Chris argues that the start of the season is going to be a brutal gauntlet of QB’s, Chris asks Doc if its possible this defense could be a top three in the league
Could DC's financial struggles affect a new Commander stadium
May 21, 2024 20:11 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Eric Flack reports that DC has financial issues that could effect RFK’s development, Should the Commanders come in with a big investor to develop RFK themselves, Call lines open and should the new Commanders stadium have a dome on top, Quick turn with Doc complaining about the “fantasy island” were stuck on right now
Closing out your calls for the show and DDOTD
May 21, 2024 20:10 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: out to your calls to talk about the Commanders next stadium, Breaking down the Nats 12-3 win after a horrible week, out to the call lines to talk about the stadium and the nationals, DDOTD: Georgia man drove his lawnmower on the highway while drinking a beer
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Motown Monday May 20th, 2024
May 20, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 129 MBBack from family drama, Chris opens up talking about the 2 game 7’s of the NBA finals, Listening to Michael Malone’s comments after the game seven loss, Breaking down the Pacers' blowout of the Knicks last night, Call lines open up to talk about the NBA finals and to welcome Chris back Back to your calls and Chris says that the NHL isn't as possible because of the media, Commanders have hired Brandon Sosna as the latest executive, Your calls and Chris tells a story from his time in Ohio, Da...
Chris is back from Ohio! Breaking down the NBA Game 7’s
May 20, 2024 20:12 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Back from family drama Chris opens up talking about the 2 game 7’s of the NBA finals, Listening to Michael Malone’s comments after the game seven loss, Breaking down the Pacers blowout of the Knicks last night, Call lines open up to talk about the NBA finals and to welcome Chris back
More moves from the Commander's front office!
May 20, 2024 20:11 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Back to your calls and Chris says that the NHL isnt as possible because of the media, Commanders have hired Brandon Sosna as the latest executive, Your calls and Chris tells a story from his time in Ohio, David Blackburn director of college scouting is going to be in charge of player personnel
Chris gives his thoughts on the Commanders schedule + DDOTD
May 20, 2024 20:10 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBDoc in for The Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris gives his quick thoughts on the Commanders 2024 schedule, Chris complains about Florio’s PFT article calling out the Commanders logo, Closing out your calls for the show on the schedule and on NHL DDOTD: LAPD SUV was carjacked with an officer in it having the officer cling to the side of the car
Chris thoughts on Commanders schedule
May 20, 2024 19:25 - 9 minutes - 8.43 MBChris gives his thoughts on the Commander's 2024 schedule and how happy he is that the Commanders won't be playing on Thanksgiving or Christmas
Doc in for The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Feel Good Friday May 17th, 2024
May 17, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 120 MBDoc opens the show to talk about Scottie Scheffler’s arrest this morning, Coach Butch McAdams joins the show to talk about the NBA finals and Denver’s loss yesterday, Donna Hopkins from PFF joins Doc to talk about what she’s seeing from training camp, Call lines open up to talk about the energy level from the team Out to the phone lines to talk about this season's outlook + when should the Commanders retire Darrell Greens Jeresy, Doc and Matthew take a second to talk about Caitlin Clark’s s...
Docs in for a Fell Good Friday: Coach Butch McAdams and Donna Hopkins join the show
May 17, 2024 20:12 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Doc opens the show to talk about Scottie Scheffler’s arrest this morning, Coach Butch McAdams joins the show to talk about the NBA finals and Denver’s loss yesterday, Donna Hopkins from PFF joins Doc to talk about what she’s seeing from training camp, Call lines open up to talk about the energy level from the team