Dirt & Sprague
5,552 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★ - 66 ratingsOne's a Duck and one's a Beaver! Dirt and Sprague bring a smart and
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perspective to the day's hot stories, leading the next generation of sports
talk hosts.
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Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 30th, 2024 Full Show
May 30, 2024 16:14 - 2 hours - 119 MBThe guys wonder how the Movie and Music industries are surviving...the plight of Jorge Lopez, why haven't the Blazers hired an assistant yet, a lengthy debate over Jalen Waddle vs Aman Ra St. Brown....Gloom and Doom for college sports from the SEC meetings, more fun with audio, Ken Barkley's Florida Panthers ride is great theater, an NBA GM with a moment of honesty and a Game 5 preview of Mavs vs. TWolves.
Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 30th, 2024 HOUR 3
May 30, 2024 16:04 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBBetQL host Ken Barkley makes his weekly visit offering more insight into the life of a sports bettor with a significant stake on the outcome of a single team making a deep playoff run, then a moment of honesty from an NBA GM, Mavs-TWolves Game 5 preview and the NCAA screwing a Duck.
Ken Barkley 5-30-24
May 30, 2024 15:29 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBOur favorite sports betting host for BetQL and Audacy Sports, Ken Barkley takes us inside his household arrangement and what it's like to ride the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a significant stake in the outcome.
Crunch Time 5-30-24
May 30, 2024 15:17 - 6 minutes - 5.55 MBDirt's hatred of all things Boston offers exhibit 24,682.
Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 30th, 2024 HOUR 2
May 30, 2024 15:16 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBThe most random of debates breaks out...Jalen Waddle or Aman Ra St. Brown? And do the Dolphins have a long term plan. Doom & Gloom out of the SEC offseason meetings, and Dirt offers more evidence as to why you should hate Boston.
Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 30th, 2024 HOUR 1
May 30, 2024 15:13 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThe guys wonder if the Movie and Record industry is dying...has any team broken a player the way the Mets have with Jorge Lopez....Sprague has some NBA offseason nuggies....and fun with audio.
Dirt & Sprague Wednesday May 29th, 2024 Full Show
May 29, 2024 16:17 - 2 hours - 119 MBDirt with more fatherhood adventures, Sprague wants to splurge on a frivolous item...Game 4 recap of TWolves-Mavs...NFL Zig or Zag...the latest group of players in Portland for pre-draft workouts. Can we blow up another whale on the Oregon Coast...Fun with audio, Stat or Story and Mike Yam in the Ticker on the lights going out at the Pac-12 Network.
Daily Ticker 5-29-24
May 29, 2024 16:11 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBOne of our favorites...Mike Yam, returns to the Ticker with thoughts on the Pac-12 Network shutting down operations as the Conference of Champions extinguishes the torch.
Stat or Story 5-29-24
May 29, 2024 16:10 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBRound Robin style as we delve into bank heists, birth rates and Mt. Everest.
Dirt & Sprague Wednesday May 29th, 2024 HOUR 3
May 29, 2024 16:09 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBDirt has fun with audio thanks to a broadcast of HS soccer in Kansas...The Round Robin version of Stat or Story is back...Mike Yam hops on the Ticker as the Pac-12 Network has its final broadcast...plus poll questions and Game 4 picks for EDM vs. DAL
Dirt & Sprague Wednesday May 29th, 2024 HOUR 2
May 29, 2024 15:20 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThere's another beached whale on the Oregon Coast, the guys want to know when we're blowing this one up too...the latest Blazers pre-draft workout, who was here that could matter...more CBB players trying to dictate draft terms, and baseball finally comes late to the statistical party.
NFL Zig or Zag 5-29-24
May 29, 2024 14:23 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBLess than 100 days to the kickoff of 2024 season, and the guys wonder which guys should be getting the big extension.
Dirt & Sprague Wednesday May 29th, 2024 HOUR 1
May 29, 2024 14:22 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBMore adventures in fatherhood from Dirt, Sprague trying to convince himself to pull the trigger...The T-Wolves stave off elimination in Game 4 of the WCF...is this just the start of things in Minnesota or simply a bolt of lightning in a weak playoff field...and NFL Zig or Zag, who should get a bag?
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 28th, 2024 Full Show
May 28, 2024 16:08 - 2 hours - 118 MBThe guys take time to remember and celebrate the life and legacy of the one and only Bill Walton...we weave in thoughts on the NBA playoffs and the likely Celtics-Mavs NBA Finals match up. Casey Holdahl joins in the Walton discussions, plus the Male Sack and we preview Game 4 action in the Stanley Cup and NBA Playoffs.
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 28th, 2024 HOUR 3
May 28, 2024 16:04 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBSome final thoughts on the legacy of Bill Walton, Male Sack, the tragic news of Grayson Murray over the weekend and Game 4s in the Stanley Cup and NBA Playoffs.
Male Sack 5-28-24
May 28, 2024 15:51 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBBest NCAA Championship to follow your team on a run to a title...best type of hot sauce...DIYing...who can be polite the longest.
Daily Ticker 5-28-24
May 28, 2024 15:38 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBCasey Holdahl has been with the Blazers for quite some time and was fortunate to have regular encounters with Bill Walton. He hopped on the Ticker to share some of his most memorable.
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 28th, 2024 HOUR 2
May 28, 2024 15:35 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBAre we embracing a Mavericks-Celtics NBA Finals, we remember some of Bill Walton's greatest hits, Casey Holdahl of the Blazers joins the Ticker with more background on Bill Walton...and we fulfill a listener request for Crunch Time.
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 28th, 2024 HOUR 1
May 28, 2024 14:21 - 43 minutes - 40 MBThe passing of Bill Walton over the weekend overtakes our thoughts on the weekend his beloved Conference of Champions ceased its conference competition as we know it. Plus, are the Celtics the most underwhelming NBA Finalist in some time, and are we embracing parity in the NBA Playoffs like we do in the NFL?
Spraguin the Line 5-24-24
May 24, 2024 16:06 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBHoliday weekend parlays and what's in Sprague's trunk.
Dirt & Sprague Friday May 24th, 2024 HOUR 3
May 24, 2024 16:05 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThe guys check in on the top rookie QBs at NFL OTAs...Game 2 of the NBA WCF tonight, will the T-Wolves bounce back? Spraguin' the Line...Sprague reveals what's in his trunk....who did the Blazers bring in for pre-draft workouts?
Daily Ticker 5-24-24
May 24, 2024 15:17 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBFriend of the show, Kevin Hageland of 105.3 The Ticket in Dallas joins the guys helping determine what is the bigger deal right now...Stars, Mavs or Dak?
Dirt & Sprague Friday May 24th, 2024 HOUR 2
May 24, 2024 15:15 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThe guys try to understand how the proposed settlement in the House vs. NCAA lawsuit will shake out for major college sports...an ECF recap of Game 2, is Tatum more overrated and Jalen Brown is underrated? The Ticker goes to Dallas with Kevin Hageland, and more evidence that MLB umps are the worst officials in professional sports.
Dirt & Sprague Friday May 24th, 2024 HOUR 1
May 24, 2024 14:26 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBThe half birthday is on no matter what Dirt thinks...the video is out on the arrest of Scottie Scheffler and everyone is still baffled...the M's dropped Julio to 6th in the lineup, what level of concern is there in Seattle, and some fun with audio.
Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 23rd, 2024 Full Show
May 23, 2024 16:15 - 2 hours - 114 MBIs "Gentle Parenting" really effective? Then great start to the Western Conference Finals, are we in for a long one, some NFL OTA news and nuggets...the Ducks get to Friday night Big Ten games....the Cavs fire JB, David Samson hops on the Ticker with insight into private equity, MLB Expansion and deciding to fire coaches. TNT going in on CFB as the NBA heads to NBC...Ken Barkley has questions for Dirt, and why are the NBA playoff ratings down this season.
Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 23rd, 2024 HOUR 3
May 23, 2024 16:05 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBBetQL's Ken Barkley has bones to pick with Dirt and the Nuggets in this week's visit, then more news and nuggets from NFL OTAs....thoughts on why NBA Playoff ratings are down this season, then who ya got Pacers-Celtics & Oilers-Stars.
Daily Ticker 5-23-24
May 23, 2024 15:40 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBFormer Marlins executive and host of Nothing Personal, David Samson returns to the Ticker with thoughts on Private Equity for college sports, MLB Expansion, and determining if you fire the coach or GM.
Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 23rd, 2024 HOUR 2
May 23, 2024 15:36 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThe Ducks get 2 Friday night games from the Big Ten how excited are fans...Cavaliers have fired JB Bickerstaff this morning could Chauncy be a candidate and is that the worst thing for the Blazers....David Samson joins the ticker with insight on private equity for college programs, MLB expansion and deciding to fire a coach or GM. And TNT hops on the CFB Playoffs with the NBA heading back to NBC.
Dirt & Sprague Thursday May 23rd, 2024 HOUR 1
May 23, 2024 14:12 - 42 minutes - 39 MBThe guys wonder about the value of "gentle parenting"...then what a start to the NBA Western Conference Finals...what sort of lesson did Luka & Kyrie teach Ant and KAT....plus the latest nonsense from NFL OTAs.
Full Show 5-22-24
May 22, 2024 16:14 - 2 hours - 117 MBShould Dirt his Bagel after it hit the ground? Celtics outlast the Pacers in OT. NFL Zig or Zag. NBA to NBC seems like a done deal. Another PG to Portland?! Stat or Story. Joe Freeman comes on The Daily Ticker to breakdown the final Pac-12 baseball tournament. Who wins tonight in the West?
D&S Hour 3 5-22-24
May 22, 2024 16:05 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBStat or Story to start the final hour. Joe Freeman comes on The Daily Ticker to preview the final Pac-12 baseball tournament. How will House v NCAA change college athletics as we know it? Who wins tonight?
Daily Ticker: Joe Freeman 5-22-24
May 22, 2024 15:38 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBSenior writer at the Oregonian @BlazerFreeman joins @DirtAndSprague to breakdown the Pac-12 baseball tournament on the Daily Ticker
Stat or Story
May 22, 2024 15:21 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBA little bit of a different Stat or Story where everyone has a stat or story for the group.
D&S Hour 2 5-22-24
May 22, 2024 15:09 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBCan the Mavs beat the Timberwolves? NBA on NBC seems like a done deal. Another PG in Portland?! No more NFL chain crews.
D&S Hour 1 5-22-24
May 22, 2024 14:12 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBShould Dirt eat the bagel? Celtics outlast the Pacers in OT. Don't meet your heroes. NFL Zig or Zag!
NFL Zig or Zag
May 22, 2024 14:08 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MBCan the Jets make it to the Super Bowl? How bad is the Watson trade for Cleveland?
Celtics outlast the Pacers in OT
May 22, 2024 14:07 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBShould the Pacers have fouled?
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 21st, 2024 Full Show
May 21, 2024 16:18 - 2 hours - 115 MBThe guys can't stomach clothes shopping anymore, an audio recap of Monday action, are the Pacers being overlooked....Jaden Rashad sues the Gators and Coach Napier, will Florida be forced to make a change...Did Scoot make the All Rookie team? Ticker heads to Indy, Minnesota hops on the Ant train....the latest NFL Contract rumors and a deep dive into the Male Sack.
Male Sack 5-21-24
May 21, 2024 16:07 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBDid Scoot stunt his growth by going the GLeague...elaborate cooking undertakings...and most overrated aspects of the Pacific Northwest.
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 21st, 2024 HOUR 3
May 21, 2024 16:05 - 41 minutes - 38 MBWho are the next QBs in the NFL to get a huge contract extension....the Male Sack overfloweth, the TV draft in the Big Ten and Celtics-Pacers Game 1....who ya got?
Daily Ticker 5-21-24
May 21, 2024 15:17 - 9 minutes - 9.16 MBPacers TV Play by Play man Chris Dinari joins the Ticker from Indianapolis to preview the Pacers chances against the Celtics and give Dirt a tip or two on this weekend's Indy 500.
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 21st, 2024 HOUR 2
May 21, 2024 15:16 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBAre the Gators going to be forced to fire Billy Napier before the season starts for legal reasons....The NBA announces its All Rookie Teams, where's Scoot? Chris Dinari joins the Ticker with a preview of the ECF from the Pacers perspective...and the State of Minnesota is nailing it.
Dirt & Sprague Tuesday May 21st, 2024 HOUR 1
May 21, 2024 14:15 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBThe guys begin Tuesday lamenting clothes shopping as grown men...then a recap of Monday's best action...are we overlooking the Pacers and Mavericks chances to get to the NBA Finals....Jaden Rashada is suing Florida and Billy Napier.
Dirt & Sprague Monday May 20th, 2024 Full Show
May 20, 2024 16:12 - 2 hours - 117 MBNo kids birthday parties on the afternoon of majors, please....our favorite sports moments from the weekend, Game 7 drama from the weekend, what a comeback from the Timberwolves, the Pacers deserve some more credit...Sean Highkin joins the Ticker with the latest on Chauncy and the Blazers, what should they do at Head Coach this season and when will they be back in playoff position. Xander gets it done, and what is Marvin Harrison Jr.'s deal?
Dirt & Sprague Monday May 20th, 2024 HOUR 3
May 20, 2024 16:03 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBJust how much longer do we have to wait for the Blazers to be in playoff position...Xander finally wins his major, how good was Sunday at Valhalla...what's the deal with Marvin Harrison, Jr. and who ya got in Vancouver tonight?
Daily Ticker 5-20-24
May 20, 2024 15:13 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBCovering the Blazers with his Rose Garden Report, Sean Highkin returns to the Ticker with the latest rumors around the future of Chauncy Billups with the Blazers and thoughts from the Combine on what the Blazers could add to the roster with the 7th and 14th draft picks.
Dirt & Sprague Monday May 20th, 2024 HOUR 2
May 20, 2024 15:10 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBWe hear from the T-Wolves and the Nuggets following their game 7, and the Pacers deserve more respect for knocking out the Knicks...Sean Highkin hops on the Ticker with more thoughts on the future of Chauncy Billups and what sort of talent will be available with the 7th pick. Just what should the Blazers do at the Head Coach position for this season?
Dirt & Sprague Monday May 20th, 2024 HOUR 1
May 20, 2024 14:08 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBA busy sports weekend, why are we scheduling kids birthday parties on Sunday afternoons during majors...our favorite moments from the sports weekend....Road teams dominate Game 7s in the NBA Playoffs, how surprising was the T-Wolves comeback in Denver?
Dirt & Sprague Friday May 17th, 2024 Full Show
May 17, 2024 16:17 - 2 hours - 112 MBWho had Scottie Scheffler getting arrested for assaulting a police officer in Louisville to start your Friday? The guys get the story as it unfolds from the PGA Championship...plus the T-Wolves force game 7 in emphatic fashion, Dirt's youth about to be revisited, Bill Connelly on the future of OSU & WSU football and we Sprague the Line for a busy sports weekend.
Spraguin the Line 5-17-24
May 17, 2024 16:08 - 7 minutes - 6.96 MBPGA Championship, Game 7s in the NBA and NHL...the guys look for the right parlay to bank this weekend.