Banging The Can
96 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 83 ratingsHouston sports takes and humor delivered by Ross Bolen. Apologies not included.
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Houston Astros in World Series AGAIN
October 28, 2022 18:38 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Houston Astros sweeping the New York Yankees in the 2022 ALCS, the growing history of the Astros-Yankees rivalry, and Houston returning to the World Series for the fourth time in six seasons. #LevelUp Support our sponsor: MyBookie.ag (Code: ROSS for 100% deposit match up to $1,000) Presented by Bolen Media
Astros-Yankees Game 1 & 2 Recap
October 21, 2022 19:05 - 24 minutes - 17 MBRoss Bolen discusses the first two games of the ALCS between the Houston Astros and New York Yankees, Justin Verlander's stellar game one performance, the Yankees claiming the roof killed them in game two, Alex Bregman and Jeremy Pena showing up big time, Playoff Yuli, the pro-Yankees commentators on TBS, and more! (Recorded before Cristian Javier was named Game 3 starter.) Support our sponsor: MyBookie.ag (Code: ROSS for 100% deposit match up to $1,000) Presented by Bolen Media
ALDS Wrap-Up, ALCS Preview
October 19, 2022 20:39 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Astros sweep of the Seattle Mariners, Jose Altuve and Justin Verlander's lackluster ALDS, and the growing legend of Yordan Alvarez. Then it's time to get hyped for the ALCS against the New York Yankees!!! Support our sponsor: MyBookie.ag (Code: ROSS for 100% deposit match up to $1,000) Presented by Bolen Media
ALDS Game 1 Reaction
October 12, 2022 21:14 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBRoss Bolen discusses Houston's historic game 1 victory in the 2022 ALDS versus the Seattle Mariners via Yordan Alvarez walk-off, Justin Verlander's performance, Dusty Baker's managerial decisions, Alex Bregman's clutch hitting, and more. Presented by Bolen Media
NBA Pre-Season Begins, Texans Check-In
October 01, 2022 23:57 - 23 minutes - 16 MBRoss Bolen remains real about the 0-2-1 Texans, gets stoked for the start of NBA Pre-Season, and touches base on the Astros as October closes in. Brought to you by... BetterHelp: BetterHelp.com/BTC (10% OFF first month) Presented by Bolen Media
Hunter Brown and Texans Expectations
September 06, 2022 21:56 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBRoss Bolen discusses Hunter Brown's big league debut for the Astros against the Rangers, expectations for the Texans upcoming season, and his excitement for football season overall. Brought to you by... Felix Gray: FelixGrayGlasses.com/thecan (FREE shipping/exchanges/returns) BetterHelp: BetterHelp.com/BTC (10% OFF first month) Presented by Bolen Media
Goodell Calls Deshaun "Predatory"
August 10, 2022 21:58 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Texans lowering prices on concessions to appease disgruntled fans, Roger Goodell calling Deshaun Watson's violations "predatory," the current state of the Houston Astros, and...Vernon Maxwell attempting to stab Hakeem Olajuwon? Brought to you by... Felix Gray: FelixGrayGlasses.com/thecan (FREE shipping/exchanges/returns) Grammarly: Grammarly.com/BTC (20% OFF Premium) Presented by Bolen Media
Astros are ROLLING
July 25, 2022 20:17 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Astros first 5 games back from the break and Justin Verlander's dominance, bathes in the misery of Yankees and Mariners fans, and shares positive thoughts on John Metchie III's cancer diagnosis. Brought to you by... Felix Gray: FelixGrayGlasses.com/thecan BetterHelp: BetterHelp.com/btc for 10% OFF first month Presented by Bolen Media
Whatever Is Left Over
July 20, 2022 23:31 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBRoss Bolen discusses MLB All-Star Weekend, Travis Scott's new Nike commercial featuring Lance McCullers Jr., the Rockets buying out John Wall's contract, NBA Summer League overreactions, James Harden taking a pay cut for Philly, the Texans settling with Deshaun Watson's accusers, and more! Brought to you by... Felix Gray: FelixGrayGlasses.com/thecan BetterHelp: BetterHelp.com/btc for 10% OFF first month Grammarly: Grammarly.com/btc for 20% OFF Presented by Bolen Media
Rockets Draft Jabari Smith Jr.
June 24, 2022 20:56 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Rockets drafting Jabari Smith Jr. who shockingly fell to #3 in the 2022 NBA Draft, the squad's other first round draft picks, and the overall state of the franchise before moving on to the departure of Christian Wood and the continued tribulations of Deshaun Watson. Brought to you by... Felix Gray: FelixGrayGlasses.com/thecan Presented by Bolen Media
Yordan Alvarez Extension, Deshaun Watson Situation
June 10, 2022 20:53 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Astros signing Yordan Alvarez to a 5-year extension, the state of their season so far and the franchise as a whole, Deshaun Watson's worsening legal situation as the allegations continue to pile up, the approach of the NBA Draft and who he thinks the Rockets will pick. Brought to you by... Grammarly: grammarly.com/btc for 20% OFF NordVPN: https://nordvpn.com/thecan Code: “thecan” to get a huge discount on your NordVPN plan + FREE Threat Protection + 1 addition...
Nolan Ryan Documentary
May 13, 2022 19:08 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBFilmmaker, documentarian, producer and director Bradley Jackson joins Ross to discuss his latest project – “Facing Nolan” – a documentary on legendary pitcher Nolan Ryan screening nationwide in theaters on May 24. FacingNolan.com Brought to you by NordVPN: https://nordvpn.com/thecan Code: “thecan” to get a huge discount on your NordVPN plan + FREE Threat Protection + 1 additional month for FREE! Presented by Bolen Media
First Round Draft Picks
April 29, 2022 22:26 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Houston Texans 2022 first round draft picks, Derek Stingley and Kenyon Green, assesses the state of the franchise, addresses Lovie Smith, and asks all fans to continue praying the front office will make good decisions with our truckload of remaining picks. Then it’s time to talk Astros, who are back above .500, and the infamous 2017 “Yankees Letter” which was released last week. Brought to you by NordVPN: https://nordvpn.com/thecan Code: “thecan” to get a huge disc...
Rockets Tank Crosses Finish Line, Astros Best Angels
April 11, 2022 19:06 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBRoss Bolen discusses another successful Rockets season of losing more games than any other team, our draft pick odds, who he'd like to see us pick, and expectations for next season, the Astros topping the Angels, the Titans working on Oilers throwbacks for 2023, and more. Brought to you by Liquid IV: LiquidIV.com Code: "ROSS" for 25% OFF! Presented by Bolen Media
Farewell Carlos, Good Riddance Deshaun
March 21, 2022 19:22 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Houston Texans trading Deshaun Watson to the Cleveland Browns and Astros legend Carlos Correa signing with the Minnesota Twins. Brought to you by Trade Coffee: DrinkTrade.com/btc for $20 OFF your first 3 bags! Presented by Bolen Media
BASEBALL IS BACK!
March 14, 2022 22:57 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBRoss Bolen discusses the end of the MLB lockout, big question marks for the Houston Astros with the reopening of free agency, Carlos Correa's potential return, Lance McCullers Jr's pending health, an upcoming documentary on Nolan Ryan titled "Facing Nolan," the lack of criminal charges brought against Deshaun Watson, Tom Brady's unretirement, the UH Cougars men's basketball team, and more! Brought to you by Trade Coffee: DrinkTrade.com/btc for $20 OFF your first 3 bags! Presented by Bole...
Rockets Tank Rolls On
March 07, 2022 20:18 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBRoss Bolen sits down to discuss Jalen Green finding his groove, Rockets draft pick positioning, the Fertittas' handling of the post-Harden era, MLB lockout updates and LMJ's Twitter drama, Brittney Griner's arrest in Russia, and more. Brought to you by Trade Coffee: DrinkTrade.com/btc for $20 OFF your first 3 bags! Presented by Bolen Media
Jalen Green's Dunk Contest Disaster
February 21, 2022 22:40 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBRoss Bolen sits down to discuss the 2022 Slam Dunk Contest and Rockets rookie Jalen Green's performance, the current state of the Rockets after losing 7 straight, Major League Baseball's spring training delay as the lockout looms large, plus some positive signs for Astros fans who want to see Carlos Correa return to the team. Brought to you by Trade Coffee: DrinkTrade.com/btc for $20 OFF your first 3 bags! Presented by Bolen Media
James Harden To Philly
February 12, 2022 21:58 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBRoss Bolen gives his takes on the latest Daryl Morey splash involving James Harden -- this time taking The Beard from Brooklyn to Philadelphia. What this means for Harden's reputation, whether the hate toward James is justified, how Ben Simmons will mesh with the Nets, if the trade deadline was a failure for Houston Rockets new GM Rafael Stone, the addition of Dennis Schroder, and more! Brought to you by MyBookie.ag (Code: "RBP" for 100% deposit bonus up to $1,000 *stipulations apply) Pr...
Texans Hire Lovie Smith
February 07, 2022 22:21 - 23 minutes - 16 MBRoss Bolen discusses the Houston Texans hiring Lovie Smith as their next head coach, the Astros adding a 60th anniversary patch to their hats and uniforms for next season, and Roger Clemens missing out on the Hall of Fame once again. Plus, Rockets updates as the trade deadline rapidly approaches. Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: "BTC" for whistling football with order). Presented by Bolen Media
Jalen Green Enters Dunk Contest, Brian Flores Sues NFL
February 02, 2022 20:16 - 12 minutes - 8.62 MBRoss Bolen returns to discuss Houston Rockets rookie Jalen Green entering the 2022 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, Brian Flores suing the NFL and three teams for discrimination, Tom Brady's retirement announcement, and Washington finally selecting their new football team name. Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: "BTC" for whistling football with order). Presented by Bolen Media
Jalen Green Struggles, KPJ Flourishes
January 27, 2022 23:18 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBRoss Bolen sits down to discuss Jalen Green's struggles, KPJ's social media hiatus and its results, the expectations surrounding the upcoming Feburary 10th trade deadline for GM Rafael Stone, and Rockets fans' reactions to a tumultuous tank of a season thus far. Plus, NFL conference championship matchups. Brought to you by Trade Coffee: DrinkTrade.com/btc for $20 OFF your first 3 bags! Presented by Bolen Media
Down Goes David Culley!
January 14, 2022 22:17 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBRoss Bolen sits down to discuss the firing of David Culley, the national media response, implications for the future of the Houston Texans franchise, how this impacts the Deshaun Watson situation, and whether or not the fans want Deshaun back. Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: "BTC" for whistling football with order). Presented by Bolen Media
Good Riddance 2021 Houston Texans
January 10, 2022 21:03 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBRoss Bolen sits down to celebrate the end of the 2021 Houston Texans season, recap our finale against the Titans, dive into front office off-season drama, question the futures of Davis Mills and Deshaun Watson, touch on NFL playoff matchups, and more! Brought to you by MyBookie (Code: BTC for 100% deposit bonus up to $1,000) Presented by Bolen Media
Ight Imma Head Out
January 03, 2022 22:12 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBRoss Bolen sits down to discuss the Houston Texans loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Bill O'Brien potentially getting an interview with the Jaguars, Rockets drama with Kevin Porter Jr. and Christian Wood receiving one-game suspensions, KPJ and Antonio Brown both bailing on their teams mid-game, and more! Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: "BTC" for whistling football with order). Presented by Bolen Media
COVID-Ravaged Texans Destroy Chargers
December 28, 2021 23:56 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBRoss Bolen sits down to celebrate happy times in Houston as the Texans absolutely wrecked the Los Angeles Chargers despite being down 16 players to COVID, Davis "The Neck" Mills is turning out to be better than expected, plus Bobby Boucher came back at halftime and the Cougars won the Birmingham Bowl. Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: "BTC" for whistling football with order). Presented by Bolen Media
Goodbye Danuel House
December 22, 2021 20:04 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBRoss Bolen returns to discuss updates to the Houston Rockets roster, say goodbye to Danuel House, celebrate Garry Bird, look forward to the return of Jalen Green, assess the Texans 30-16 "win" over Jacksonville, and more. Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: BTC for whistling football with order) and MyBookie (Code: BTC for 100% deposit bonus up to $1,000) Presented by Bolen Media
Looking Forward to Texans-Jaguars
December 17, 2021 00:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBRoss Bolen returns to boast that he called it as far as 19-year-old rising Houston Rockets star rookie Alperen Sengun's potential goes. Then it's time to mentally prepare for what might end up being one of the worst professional sporting events in history: Texans vs. Jaguars. Plus, all the Urban Meyer humor you can handle and a Zion Williamson update to make you feel better about the state of Houston sports by comparison. Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: BTC for whistling football with or...
Investing In The Future
December 13, 2021 23:01 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBRoss Bolen returns to once again become infuriated with the Houston Texans after another embarrassing loss (33-13 Seahawks), assess the Rockets season so far (2-12 on the road), discuss potentially trading Christian Wood, and explain the basics of the MLB lockout. Brought to you by Birddogs (Code: BTC for whistling football with order) and BetMGM Tonight. Presented by Bolen Media
31-0 + 6 in a Row 4 Rockets
December 08, 2021 23:46 - 13 minutes - 9.59 MBRoss Bolen returns to continue ripping into the Texans for continuously embarrassing the city of Houston...and celebrate the Rockets 6-game winning streak. Brought to you by MyBookie (Code "BTC" for double deposit bonus) Presented by Bolen Media
John Wall + Deshaun Watson = $51.79 Million
November 29, 2021 21:45 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBRoss Bolen desperately attempts to make sense of the current state of Houston sports. From John Wall's absurd demand to start for the Rockets, to the Texans benching their starting safety for answering a question, to the Astros and their place in the frenzied pre-potential lockout arms race, and more! Brought to you by BetMGM Tonight and Bluechew (Code "BTC" for your first month FREE -- just pay $5 shipping). Presented by Bolen Media.
This is Houston
November 24, 2021 20:58 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBRoss Bolen sits down to enjoy a rare win in an otherwise absolutely miserable Houston Texans season, get real with Rockets fans still living and dying by every loss, evaluate the Astros resigning Justin Verlander, and explain his "This is Houston" mentality. Brought to you by BetQL Daily and Manscaped (Code "BTC" for 20% OFF). Presented by Bolen Media.
Let The Healing Begin
November 08, 2021 19:40 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBRoss sits down to start the healing process as an Astros fan, give an update on the Rockets season thus far and discuss their partnership with Travis Scott as it pertains to the Astroworld disaster, and further shame the Texans organization for embarrassing the city of Houston every Sunday. Brought to you by BlueChew.com. CODE: “BTC” for FREE month. Presented by Bolen Media.
2021 World Series Game 1 Recap
October 27, 2021 18:56 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBRoss sits down to roast Bryan Cranston and help Houston Astros fans move on from game one of the 2021 World Series. Brought to you by BlueChew.com. CODE: “BTC” for FREE month. Presented by Bolen Media.
2021 World Series Pump-Up Speech
October 26, 2021 21:39 - 14 minutes - 9.77 MBRoss sits down to get hyped for the October Classic and delivers a 2021 Houston Astros World Series Pump-Up Speech for the ages. Brought to you by BlueChew.com. CODE: “BTC” for FREE month. Presented by Bolen Media.
God Bless the Houston Astros
October 25, 2021 23:22 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBRoss sits down to soak in the glory of yet another World Series berth, explain how each of the Houston Astros’ four appearances in the October Classic has lined up with a major transition period in his life, share his experience at Toyota Center’s Opening Night as a guest of the Rockets, and blast the Texans for continuing to embarrass our city. Brought to you by BlueChew.com. CODE: “BTC” for FREE month. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media. 888-203-2339
ALCS Game 5 Reaction
October 21, 2021 17:29 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBRoss sits down to cherish the Astros pivotal game 5 win in Boston, heaping praise upon the pitching staff in particular, before giving some thoughts on the Rockets first game of the season. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media. 888-203-2339 Brought to you by Manscaped.com. "BTC" at checkout for 20% OFF and free shipping.
No Expectations
October 20, 2021 00:41 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBRoss takes calls from the Banging The Can Hotline (888-203-2339) in an attempt to find a silver lining in the 1-5 start to the Texans season, address both current and future concerns with the Astros, and provide some degree of levity to Houston sports fans in these challenging times. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media. 888-203-2339 Brought to you by Manscaped.com. "BTC" at checkout for 20% OFF and free shipping.
Texans are Trash
October 18, 2021 20:33 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBRoss is back to recover from yet another embarrassing Texans loss, prepare for three ALCS games on the road in Boston, and get pumped for Opening Night at the Toyota Center this Friday. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media. 888-203-2339 Brought to you by Manscaped.com. "BTC" at checkout for 20% OFF and free shipping.
Some Sketchy Stuff
October 13, 2021 19:53 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBRoss is joined by vengeance aged 16 years to perfection for today's episode to discuss the Astros 10-1 closeout of the Chicago White Sox, celebrate five consecutive ALCS appearances, prepare for the next series against the Chicago Cubs, and announce the Banging The Can Hotline number: 888-203-2339 H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media.
2021 Houston Astros Postseason Pump-Up Speech
October 06, 2021 19:10 - 7 minutes - 5.33 MBRoss gives his 2021 Houston Astros postseason pump-up speech to the players. Lance, I know you're listening...this better be banging in the clubhouse. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media.
40-0
October 04, 2021 22:16 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBRoss relives the pain of Texans-Bills so we can all move forward together as a city. There is hope on the horizon. Astros playoff baseball awaits. Rockets pre-season has begun. Do not let the complete and total incompetency of the Houston Texans franchise fill you with dismay! Do not let the neck break your spirit! H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media.
Rockets = Back
September 28, 2021 22:09 - 7 minutes - 5.22 MBRoss gets hyped for this upcoming season of Houston Rockets basketball with discussion of media day, training camp opening, the state of the franchise as a whole, expectations for this season, his relationship with James Harden, and more. Share the show with your friends and family, Houston! Presented by Bolen Media.
Davis Mills' Neck
September 24, 2021 21:30 - 13 minutes - 9.45 MBRoss relives an all-time poo platter of Thursday Night Football in the form of Texans-Panthers, shares his current frustrations as a fan, marvels in the wonder of Davis Mills' ridiculously thicc necck, and more. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media.
Welcome To The Davis Mills Era
September 20, 2021 23:22 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBRoss reviews Texans-Browns and laments over Houston's never-ending quarterback woes, attempts to explain how the "magic number" works in baseball as it pertains to the Astros, gives props to Maxo Kream for his come up, and explains what went down with the "Ross Bolen's Wife Left Him" sign on College GameDay. New episode coming before the weekend. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media.
Hey Houston
September 18, 2021 21:49 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBRoss introduces himself, shares his history as a Houston sports fan, makes a pledge to the city, and presents his resume as proof this should be the #1 Houston sports podcast in the world before updating us on the status of our big three: the Texans, Rockets, and Astros. Then he unnecessarily spits nearly all of Z-Ro's "Mo City Don." Tell the Houston sports fans in your life about this show. New episode coming next week. H-Town stay down. Presented by Bolen Media.