Wes McElroy Podcast
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Interview: UVA Men's Basketball Assistant Head Coach Jason Williford
April 08, 2020 17:15 - 9 minutes - 8.85 MBWes is joined by UVA Assistant Head Coach, Jason Williford, as he talks about how he's holding up at home, and gives his thoughts on how long it took to hit him that everything was canceled and the season was over. Jason also talks about the message that Tony Bennett had for his players, especially the seniors.
McElroy - Hour 4 (04/08/20)
April 08, 2020 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBWes is joined by UVA Assistant Head Coach, Jason Williford, as he gives his thoughts on how long it took to hit him that everything was canceled and the season was over. Jason also talks about the message that Tony Bennett had for his players, especially the seniors.
Interview: Former Virginia Tech Hokies Tight End Dalton Keene
April 08, 2020 16:15 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MBWes talks with former Hokies tight end Dalton Keene as he prepares for the NFL Draft. Dalton tells Wes where he was originally training before everything shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic, when he ultimately decided to go home and just stay safe, and the best information that he received from VT Football head coach Justin Fuente regarding the NFL Draft.
McElroy - Hour 3 (04/08/20)
April 08, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBWes talks with former Hokies tight end Dalton Keane as he prepares for the NFL Draft. Dalton tells Wes where he was originally training before everything shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic, when he ultimately decided to go home and just stay safe, and the best information that he received from VT Football head coach Justin Fuente regarding the NFL Draft.
McElroy - Hour 3 (04/08/20)
April 08, 2020 16:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBWes talks with former Hokies tight end Dalton Keane as he prepares for the NFL Draft. Dalton tells Wes where he was originally training before everything shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic, when he ultimately decided to go home and just stay safe, and the best information that he received from VT Football head coach Justin Fuente regarding the NFL Draft.
Interview: Voice of the Cavaliers, Dave Koehn
April 08, 2020 15:45 - 9 minutes - 8.49 MBWes chats with the Voice of the Cavaliers, Dave Koehn, as he reminisces on UVA’s 2019 Championship run, his thoughts from the day before and the morning of the championship game, and his biggest “what if?” about this year’s team.
Interview: Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at VCU, Dr. Michael Stevens
April 08, 2020 15:15 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MBWes is joined by Dr. Michael Stevens, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at VCU, as Dr. Stevens breaks down the state of coronavirus in Virginia, what the state of virus testing is as of now, and the importance of social distancing during this time.
McElroy - Hour 2 (04/08/20)
April 08, 2020 15:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBWes is joined by Dr. Michael Stevens, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at VCU, as Dr. Stevens breaks down the state of coronavirus in Virginia, what the state of virus testing is as of now, and the importance of social distancing during this time. Wes chats with the Voice of the Cavaliers, Dave Koehn, as he reminisces on UVA’s 2019 Championship run, his thoughts from the day before and the morning of the championship game, and his biggest “what if?” about this year’s team.
Interview: David Teel of the Richmond Times Dispatch
April 08, 2020 14:30 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBWes chats with David Teel of the Richmond Times Dispatch on the one thing that stuck out from what Hokies Football head coach Justin Fuente had to say while addressing the media earlier today. David also gives his thoughts on the financial impacts of potentially not being able to have college sports this year, as well as what he remembers most about the 2019 NCAA Championship game with UVA.
McElroy - Hour 1 (04/08/20)
April 08, 2020 14:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBWes chats with David Teel of the Richmond Times Dispatch on the one thing that stuck out from what Hokies Football head coach Justin Fuente had to say while addressing the media earlier today. David also gives his thoughts on the financial impacts of potentially not being able to have college sports this year, as well as what he remembers most about the 2019 NCAA Championship game with UVA.
McElroy - Hour 4 (04/07/20)
April 07, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBWes brings back his interview with Gabe Lacques of USA Today on his thoughts on the potential “bio-dome” solution for MLB to be able to play again, the extra precautions that Gabe believes need to be taken for this to be a reasonable solution, and Gabe talks about the one storyline that he thinks we would be talking about in the MLB right now. Wes also brings back Covering the Commonwealth in the 5pm hour. This week Wes was joined by: Damon Dillman of CBS19 in Charlottesville on UVA basketba...
Interview: Sam Fortier of The Washington Post
April 07, 2020 16:30 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBWes chats with Sam Fortier of the Washington Post on his thoughts about Dwayne Haskins and how he will be impacted by the NFL coronavirus restrictions, what he thinks of Kyle Allen in Washington, and his opinion on what the Redskins will ultimately do with the #2 overall pick.
Covering the Commonwealth (04/07/20)
April 07, 2020 16:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBWes goes Covering the Commonwealth as he always does at 4pm on Tuesdays. This week Wes was joined by: Damon Dillman of CBS19 in Charlottesville on UVA basketball and what he remembers the most about the 2019 NCAA Championship run. Mike Niziolek of the Roanoke Times on the Hokies and his thoughts on the QB debate in Blacksburg, plus one question he would want to ask Justin Fuente about now or the future. Sean Robertson of CBS6 on the Richmond Spiders and whether or not he thinks that the 3 pla...
McElroy - Hour 3 (04/07/20)
April 07, 2020 16:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBWes goes Covering the Commonwealth as he always does at 4pm on Tuesdays. This week Wes was joined by: Damon Dillman of CBS19 in Charlottesville on UVA basketball and what he remembers the most about the 2019 NCAA Championship run. Mike Niziolek of the Roanoke Times on the Hokies and his thoughts on the QB debate in Blacksburg, plus one question he would want to ask Justin Fuente about now or the future. Sean Robertson of CBS6 on the Richmond Spiders and whether or not he thinks that the 3 pla...
Interview: Gabe Lacques of USA Today
April 07, 2020 15:15 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBWes talks with Gabe Lacques of USA Today on his thoughts on the potential “bio-dome” solution for MLB to be able to play again, the extra precautions that Gabe believes need to be taken for this to be a reasonable solution, and Gabe talks about the one storyline that he thinks we would be talking about in the MLB right now.
McElroy - Hour 2 (04/07/20)
April 07, 2020 15:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBWes talks with Gabe Lacques of USA Today on his thoughts on the potential “bio-dome” solution for MLB to be able to play again, the extra precautions that Gabe believes need to be taken for this to be a reasonable solution, and Gabe talks about the one storyline that he thinks we would be talking about in the MLB right now.
McElroy - Hour 1 (04/07/20)
April 07, 2020 14:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBWes previews the show for the day and gives his thoughts on various different topics around the world of sports.
McElroy - Hour 4 (04/06/20)
April 06, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBWes brings back his interview with Mike Jones of USA Today in the 5pm hour.
Interview: VCU Radio Analyst Michael Litos
April 06, 2020 16:15 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBWes chats with VCU radio analyst Michael Litos on his thoughts on not having sports due to the coronavirus pandemic, especially the NCAA Tournament. Michael also talks about the local VCU and University of Richmond players that plan to declare for the NBA Draft, and his thoughts on them doing so while also being able to keep their extra year of eligibility.
McElroy - Hour 3 (04/06/20)
April 06, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWes chats with VCU radio analyst Michael Litos on his thoughts on not having sports due to the coronavirus pandemic, especially the NCAA Tournament. Michael also talks about the local VCU and University of Richmond players that plan to declare for the NBA Draft, and his thoughts on them doing so while also being able to keep their extra year of eligibility.
McElroy - Hour 2 (04/06/20)
April 06, 2020 15:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBWes talks with Mike Barber of the Times Dispatch on his biggest “what if?” of the lost NCAA Tournament, his answer to today’s poll question, and his favorite sports rivalry. Mike also talks about how big of a factor it is for college athletics for students to come back to campus.
McElroy - Hour 1 (04/06/20)
April 06, 2020 14:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBWes chats with Mike Jones of USA Today on his thoughts on the conference call between President Trump and the sports executives, as well as his thoughts on the upcoming virtual NFL Draft. Mike also talks about Bobby Mitchell and his importance to the Redskins organization and to the game of football.
McElroy - Hour 4 (04/03/20)
April 03, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBWes brings back his interview with Ryan Wilson of CBS Sports on his thoughts on the NFL memo on the 2 different operating scenarios for NFL teams, how teams will handle the NFL Draft this year, and his opinion on Tua and his health concerns. Ryan also talks about when he thinks the NFL season will start, and his opinion on the new expanded playoff format. Wes also brings back part of his interview with NASCAR driver Matt Dibenedetto on the backstory about his Twitter post of him posing next ...
Interview: NASCAR Driver Matt DiBenedetto
April 03, 2020 16:30 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBWes chats with NASCAR driver Matt DiBenedetto on the backstory about his Twitter post of him posing next to the NASCAR simulator in his underwear, did he actually compete in his underwear, and what Matt is doing with his extra down time amidst the pandemic.
McElroy - Hour 3 (04/03/20)
April 03, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBWes is joined by Parney of the Richmond Flying Squirrels about his April Fools post on social media, what Parney is wearing while working from home, and Wes & Parney reminisce on sports broadcasting greats of the past. Wes chats with NASCAR driver Matt DiBenedetto on the backstory about his Twitter post of him posing next to the NASCAR simulator in his underwear, did he actually compete in his underwear, and what Matt is doing with his extra down time amidst the pandemic.
McElroy - Hour 2 (04/03/20)
April 03, 2020 15:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWes talks with Ryan Wilson of CBS Sports on his thoughts on the NFL memo on the 2 different operating scenarios for NFL teams, how teams will handle the NFL Draft this year, and his opinion on Tua and his health concerns. Ryan also talks about when he thinks the NFL season will start, and his opinion on the new expanded playoff format.
McElroy - Hour 1 (04/03/20)
April 03, 2020 14:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBWes chats with Lane Casadonte of CBS6 about his favorite broadcaster of all time, what Lane has been doing with his spare time, and what he feels like he missed out on the most without having the NCAA Tournament this year.
Interview: Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times Dispatch
April 02, 2020 17:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBWes chats with Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times Dispatch on his thoughts on the Washington Redskins waiving the $500k annual payments owed by the City of Richmond and what this could mean for the future. Michael also gives his opinion on what it would take to buy the Redskins out at the #2 overall pick, as well as how he thinks teams will proceed with new players amidst the coronavirus restrictions.
McElroy - Hour 4 (04/02/20)
April 02, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBWes chats with Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times Dispatch on his thoughts on the Washington Redskins waiving the $500k annual payments owed by the City of Richmond and what this could mean for the future. Michael also gives his opinion on what it would take to buy the Redskins out at the #2 overall pick, as well as how he thinks teams will proceed with new players amidst the coronavirus restrictions.
McElroy - Hour 3 (04/02/20)
April 02, 2020 16:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBNFL Network’s Michael Robinson joins Wes in the 4pm hour as he gives his thoughts on the NFL Draft and how it will play out amidst the coronavirus pandemic, what Mike thinks is the best scenario for Washington in the NFL Draft, and his thoughts on the expanded playoff format.
Interview: NFL Network's Michael Robinson
April 02, 2020 16:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBNFL Network’s Michael Robinson joins Wes in the 4pm hour as he gives his thoughts on the NFL Draft and how it will play out amidst the coronavirus pandemic, what Mike thinks is the best scenario for Washington in the NFL Draft, and his thoughts on the expanded playoff format.
Interview: Mayor of Richmond, Levar Stoney
April 02, 2020 15:30 - 9 minutes - 8.32 MBRichmond Mayor Levar Stoney joins Wes to give some insight on the annual payments being waived by the Washington Redskins organization, how long ago these discussions actually started, and how influential Ron Rivera was in this decision. Mayor Stoney also gives more insight into the statewide stay-at-home order by Governor Northam.
Interview: Washington Nationals Radio Broadcaster Dave Jageler
April 02, 2020 15:15 - 10 minutes - 9.35 MBWes chats with Washington Nationals radio broadcaster Dave Jageler, as he thinks back on where he was when everything officially got shut down, what Dave misses the most about not having baseball right now, and the one moment from last season that he will remember for the rest of his life.
McElroy - Hour 2 (04/02/20)
April 02, 2020 15:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBWes chats with Washington Nationals radio broadcaster Dave Jageler, as he thinks back on where he was when everything officially got shut down, what Dave misses the most about not having baseball right now, and the one moment from last season that he will remember for the rest of his life. Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney joins Wes to give some insight on the annual payments being waived by the Washington Redskins organization, how long ago these discussions actually started, and how influential ...
Interview: Eric Edholm of Yahoo Sports
April 02, 2020 14:30 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBWes is joined by Eric Edholm of Yahoo Sports as Eric gives his thoughts on if the NFL Draft should be pushed back, the one player that he would pick out of the draft class to start his team, and his advice for the Redskins with the #2 overall pick.
McElroy - Hour 1 (04/02/20)
April 02, 2020 14:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBWes is joined by Eric Edholm of Yahoo Sports as Eric gives his thoughts on if the NFL Draft should be pushed back, the one player that he would pick out of the draft class to start his team, and his advice for the Redskins with the #2 overall pick.
An Hour With Ed (04-01-20)
April 01, 2020 17:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBIn this virtual edition of the show, Wes and Ed look at how Ed McLaughlin has spent his time at home, the fallout following the cancellation of the A-10 Tournament and the 48 hours leading up to it with A-10 Commissioner Bernadette McGlade, the latest from the Golfing World with former VCU standout and PGA Golfer Lanto Griffin, and what has Ed been communicating to his staff and players during this pandemic.
Interview: Redskins Insider Craig Hoffman
April 01, 2020 16:15 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBCraig Hoffman joins Wes to talk about the price for a team to move up to the #2 pick in the NFL Draft, his ideas on who would be #2 or #3 on the Redskins draft board, and how much the coronavirus restrictions can hurt players, specifically Dwayne Haskins.
McElroy - Hour 3 (04/01/20)
April 01, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBWes talks with the Voice of the Cavaliers, Dave Koehn, as Dave talks about when it actually hit him that the season was over, his thoughts on everything going on in life with the coronavirus pandemic, and previewing the UVA re-broadcasts of the championship run from last year. Craig Hoffman joins Wes to talk about the price for a team to move up to the #2 pick in the NFL Draft, his ideas on who would be #2 or #3 on the Redskins draft board, and how much the coronavirus restrictions can hurt ...
Interview: Voice of the Cavaliers, Dave Koehn
April 01, 2020 16:00 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MBWes talks with the Voice of the Cavaliers, Dave Koehn, as Dave talks about when it actually hit him that the season was over, his thoughts on everything going on in life with the coronavirus pandemic, and previewing the UVA re-broadcasts of the championship run from last year.
McElroy - Hour 2 (04/01/20)
April 01, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBWes is joined by the Voice of the Hokies, Jon Laaser, as Jon gives his thoughts on if we will still have college football this year, the storyline he was most looking forward to seeing this year, and his comments on Hokies men’s basketball head coach Mike Young and his transparency with the players. Jon and Wes also play a round of Laaser Lightning Round.
Interview: Richmond Spiders Football Head Coach Russ Huesman
April 01, 2020 14:30 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBWes chats with Richmond Spiders Football head coach, Russ Huesman, as he talks about how many practices he was able to have with his team before everything got cancelled, how much communication he is able to have with his team, and how Russ is preparing for the future with all of this uncertainty.
McElroy - Hour 1 (04/01/20)
April 01, 2020 14:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBWes chats with Richmond Spiders Football head coach, Russ Huesmann, as he talks about how many practices he was able to have with his team before everything got cancelled, how much communication he is able to have with his team, and how Russ is preparing for the future with all of this uncertainty.
McElroy - Hour 4 (03/31/20)
March 31, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBWes brings back his interview with David Teel of the Richmond Times Dispatch to get his thoughts on an extra year of eligibility for NCAA spring sports, as well as the potential financial impact from no spring sports. David also reminisces on his personal reaction from 11 years ago when UVA hired Tony Bennett as head coach and his first Final Four in 1983. Wes brings back his conversation with Jared Diamond of the Wall Street Journal to talk about his recently released book, Swing Kings. Jar...
Interview: Nate Davis of USA Today
March 31, 2020 16:30 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBWes talks with NFL editor for USA Today, Nate Davis, as he gives his thoughts on the NFL owners voting to expand the playoffs to 14 teams. Nate also gives his opinion on if the NFL draft situation is good or bad for Tua, as well as some insight on his mock NFL draft that you can find online at USAToday.com.
McElroy - Hour 3 (03/31/20)
March 31, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBWes is joined by VCU baseball head coach Shawn Stiffler during Covering the Commonwealth to get his initial reaction to the NCAA allowing an extra year of eligibility for spring sports. Coach Stiffler also gives insight on how he plans to discuss these issues with his players, and his thoughts on the impact on the NCAA transfer portal with the NCAA recently allowing an extra year of eligibility for spring sports. Wes talks with NFL editor for USA Today, Nate Davis, as he gives his thoughts o...
Interview: VCU Baseball Head Coach Shawn Stiffler
March 31, 2020 16:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBWes is joined by VCU baseball head coach Shawn Stiffler during Covering the Commonwealth to get his initial reaction to the NCAA allowing an extra year of eligibility for spring sports. Coach Stiffler also gives insight on how he plans to discuss these issues with his players, and his thoughts on the impact on the NCAA transfer portal with the NCAA recently allowing an extra year of eligibility for spring sports.
Interview: David Teel of the Richmond Times Dispatch
March 31, 2020 15:15 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBWes chats with David Teel of the Richmond Times Dispatch to get his thoughts on an extra year of eligibility for NCAA spring sports, as well as the potential financial impact from no spring sports. David also reminisces on his personal reaction from 11 years ago when UVA hired Tony Bennett as head coach and his first Final Four in 1983.
McElroy - Hour 2 (03/31/20)
March 31, 2020 15:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWes chats with David Teel of the Richmond Times Dispatch to get his thoughts on an extra year of eligibility for NCAA spring sports, as well as the potential financial impact from no spring sports. David also reminisces on his personal reaction from 11 years ago when UVA hired Tony Bennett as head coach and his first Final Four in 1983.
Interview: Jared Diamond of the Wall Street Journal
March 31, 2020 14:15 - 10 minutes - 9.97 MBWes is joined by Jared Diamond of the Wall Street Journal to talk about his recently released book, Swing Kings. Jared also gives his unique idea for MLB for when they finally return, and his thoughts on the impact on amateur baseball with a potentially reduced MLB draft class due to the coronavirus pandemic.