Wes McElroy Podcast

McElroy - Hour 1 (03/31/20)

March 31, 2020 14:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

Wes 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.

McElroy - Hour 4 (03/30/20)

March 30, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Wes brings back his interview with Mike Jones of USA Today on his thoughts about how they plan to proceed with the NFL Draft, as well as what Mike thinks they will do if the NFL doesn’t start on time. Mike also talks about any classic games he’s been watching or what he’s been doing to fill the sports void. Wes also brings back his interview with Dave Sheinin of the Washington Post on his thoughts on MLB payment negotiations amidst the coronavirus pandemic, the impact for college and high sc...

Interview: Dave Sheinin of the Washington Post

March 30, 2020 16:15 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Wes is joined by Dave Sheinin of the Washington Post on his thoughts on MLB payment negotiations amidst the coronavirus pandemic, the impact for college and high school players around the country of reducing the MLB Draft class as a result of the pandemic. Dave also talks about what he thinks will happen when the MLB finally returns.

McElroy - Hour 3 (03/30/20)

March 30, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

Wes is joined by Dave Sheinin of the Washington Post on his thoughts on MLB payment negotiations amidst the coronavirus pandemic, the impact for college and high school players around the country of reducing the MLB Draft class as a result of the pandemic. Dave also talks about what he thinks will happen when the MLB finally returns.

Interview: Matt Demlein of WRVA

March 30, 2020 15:45 - 10 minutes - 9.3 MB

Matt Demlein of WRVA joins the show to break down the Governor’s stay-at-home order. Matt also gives his thoughts on the June deadline for the official order, as well as what his next step is as a reporter to keep people up to date.

Interview: Mike Barber of the Richmond Times Dispatch

March 30, 2020 15:15 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

Wes talks with Mike Barber of the Richmond Times Dispatch about his thoughts on Kirk Herbstreit’s comments on potentially no NCAA football, the financial impacts on colleges with no spring sports and potentially no fall sports as well. Mike & Wes also talk about their proudest Dad moments to date.

McElroy - Hour 2 (03/30/20)

March 30, 2020 15:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Wes talks with Mike Barber of the Richmond Times Dispatch about his thoughts on Kirk Herbstreit’s comments on potentially no NCAA football, the financial impacts on colleges with no spring sports and potentially no fall sports as well. Mike & Wes also talk about their proudest Dad moments to date. Matt Demlein of WRVA joins the show to break down the Governor’s stay-at-home order. Matt also gives his thoughts on the June deadline for the official order, as well as what his next step is as a ...

Interview: Mike Jones of USA Today

March 30, 2020 14:30 - 10 minutes - 9.21 MB

Wes chats with Mike Jones of USA Today on his thoughts about how they plan to proceed with the NFL Draft, as well as what Mike thinks they will do if the NFL doesn’t start on time. Mike also talks about any classic games he’s been watching or what he’s been doing to fill the sports void.

McElroy - Hour 1 (03/30/20)

March 30, 2020 14:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

Wes chats with Mike Jones of USA Today on his thoughts about how they plan to proceed with the NFL Draft, as well as what Mike thinks they will do if the NFL doesn’t start on time. Mike also talks about any classic games he’s been watching or what he’s been doing to fill the sports void.

McElroy - Hour 4 (03/27/20)

March 27, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

Wes brings back his interview with Ryan Wilson of CBS Sports as Ryan gives his thoughts on the NFL Draft continuing as planned, his opinion on where Cam Newton may end up by the start of the 2020 season, and if he thinks Antonio Brown will ever play in the NFL again. Wes brings back his interview with the Mayor of Richmond, Levar Stoney, as he talks about what his life has been over the past weeks, as well as where you can find the best information on the coronavirus pandemic. Mayor Stoney a...

Interview: Lane Casadonte of CBS6

March 27, 2020 16:45 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MB

Wes chats with Lane Casadonte of CBS6 on his thoughts on how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted high school and college graduations, as well as sports. Lane also gives his opinion on the financial impacts if there is no NCAA football or NFL this year.

Interview: Parney of the Richmond Flying Squirrels

March 27, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

Wes is joined by Parney of the Richmond Flying Squirrels as he gives his thoughts on Wes’ various different ideas for the MLB when it returns, as well as his thoughts on the payment structure for the minor and major league players. Parney goes in-depth on Education Day, and we have another edition of Parney’s Court.

McElroy - Hour 3 (03/27/20)

March 27, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Wes is joined by Parney of the Richmond Flying Squirrels as he gives his thoughts on Wes’ various different ideas for the MLB when it returns, as well as his thoughts on the payment structure for the minor and major league players. Parney goes in-depth on Education Day, and we have another edition of Parney’s Court. Wes chats with Lane Casadonte of CBS6 on his thoughts on how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted high school and college graduations, as well as sports. Lane also gives his opi...

Interview: Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney

March 27, 2020 15:30 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

Wes is joined by the Mayor of Richmond, Levar Stoney, as he talks about what his life has been over the past weeks, as well as where you can find the best information on the coronavirus pandemic. Mayor Stoney also discusses some of the measures he has being trying to enforce in order to recover from this worldwide pandemic.

Interview: Ryan Wilson of CBS Sports

March 27, 2020 15:15 - 10 minutes - 9.49 MB

Wes chats with Ryan Wilson of CBS Sports as Ryan gives his thoughts on the NFL Draft continuing as planned, his opinion on where Cam Newton may end up by the start of the 2020 season, and if he thinks Antonio Brown will ever play in the NFL again.

McElroy - Hour 2 (03/27/20)

March 27, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Wes chats with Ryan Wilson of CBS Sports as Ryan gives his thoughts on the NFL Draft continuing as planned, his opinion on where Cam Newton may end up by the start of the 2020 season, and if he thinks Antonio Brown will ever play in the NFL again. Wes is joined by the Mayor of Richmond, Levar Stoney, as he talks about what his life has been over the past weeks, as well as where you can find the best information on the coronavirus pandemic. Mayor Stoney also discusses some of the measures he ...

McElroy - Hour 1 (03/27/20)

March 27, 2020 14:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

Wes previews the show for the day and gives his thoughts on various different topics around the world of sports.

McElroy - Hour 4 (03/26/20)

March 26, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Wes chats with Michael Phillips of the Times Dispatch as he breaks down the statement from VCU regarding their new upcoming Athletic Village. Michael also gives his opinion on the comments of Trent Williams and his agent on Grant & Danny this morning.

Interview: Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times Dispatch

March 26, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

Wes chats with Michael Phillips of the Times Dispatch as he breaks down the statement from VCU regarding their new upcoming Athletic Village. Michael also gives his opinion on the comments of Trent Williams and his agent on Grant & Danny earlier today.

Interview: Michael Robinson of the NFL Network (Segment 2)

March 26, 2020 16:30 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MB

Wes is joined by NFL Network’s Michael Robinson as Michael gives his thoughts on pushing the NFL Draft back to May, as well as the idea of players sending in workout videos instead of Pro days. Michael gives his opinion on the Dak Prescott contract as well as where he thinks Jameis Winston and Cam Newton could both end up next year.

McElroy - Hour 3 (03/26/20)

March 26, 2020 16:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Wes is joined by NFL Network’s Michael Robinson as Michael gives his thoughts on pushing the NFL Draft back to May, as well as the idea of players sending in workout videos instead of Pro days. Michael gives his opinion on the Dak Prescott contract as well as where he thinks Jameis Winston and Cam Newton could both end up next year.

Interview: Michael Robinson of the NFL Network (Segment 1)

March 26, 2020 16:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

Wes is joined by NFL Network’s Michael Robinson as Michael gives his thoughts on pushing the NFL Draft back to May, as well as the idea of players sending in workout videos instead of Pro days. Michael gives his opinion on the Dak Prescott contract as well as where he thinks Jameis Winston and Cam Newton could both end up next year.

Interview: Philadelphia Eagles QB Kyle Lauletta

March 26, 2020 15:15 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MB

Wes is joined by former Richmond Spiders and current Philadelphia Eagles QB Kyle Lauletta about his thoughts on if the coronavirus pandemic and the sports shutdown were to happen when he was in the draft process. Kyle also gives some insight on teams allowing players to use their own doctors as opposed to team doctors, and how he ended up with the Eagles organization.

Interview: NBC12's Marc Davis

March 26, 2020 15:00 - 4 minutes - 4.53 MB

Wes chats with NBC12’s Marc Davis as he reminisces on past Opening Days, what he misses most about Opening Day, and Marc’s one unique idea for the MLB for when they come back.

McElroy - Hour 2 (03/26/20)

March 26, 2020 15:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

Wes chats with NBC12’s Marc Davis as he reminisces on past Opening Days, what he misses most about Opening Day, and Marc’s one unique idea for the MLB for when they come back. Wes is joined by Philadelphia Eagles QB Kyle Lauletta about his thoughts on if the coronavirus pandemic and the sports shutdown were to happen when he was in the draft process. Kyle also gives some insight on teams allowing players to use their own doctors as opposed to team doctors, and how he ended up with the Eagles...

McElroy - Hour 1 (03/26/20)

March 26, 2020 14:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Wes previews the show for the day and gives his thoughts on various topics around the sports world.

McElroy - Hour 1 (03/26/20)

March 26, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MB

Wes previews the show for the day and gives his thoughts on various topics around the world of sports in the 2pm hour.

Mike Rhoades Radio Show (03-25-20)

March 25, 2020 17:45 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MB

With the Abrupt end to the basketball season, Wes and Coach Rhoades look at how the players are now handling sheltering in place, how is the Coronavirus outbreak affecting rehab for some players, how has coach been passing the hours at home with his kids, and Robby Robinson joins the show to give his thoughts on how the season ended and what the future holds for this Rams squad.

Interview: Anthony Opperman of the Richmond Flying Squirrels

March 25, 2020 16:30 - 9 minutes - 8.46 MB

Wes is joined by Anthony Opperman of the Flying Squirrels to talk about their upcoming Education Day as well as other things that the organization has been doing to help provide for the community during the coronavirus pandemic. Anthony also talks about what he misses most about not having Opening Day tomorrow for the MLB.

McElroy - Hour 3 (03/25/20)

March 25, 2020 16:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Wes chats with the author of the Redskins Report for SI.com, Chris Russell, on his opinion about moving the NFL Draft, as well as his thoughts on Trent Williams and how he will be able to leave Washington. Wes is joined by Anthony Opperman of the Flying Squirrels to talk about their upcoming Education Day as well as other things that the organization has been doing to help provide for the community during the coronavirus pandemic. Anthony also talks about what he misses most about not having...

Interview: Chris Russell of SI.com

March 25, 2020 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

Wes chats with the author of the Redskins Report for SI.com, Chris Russell, on his opinion about moving the NFL Draft, as well as his thoughts on Trent Williams and how he will be able to leave Washington.

Interview: Voice of the Hokies, Jon Laaser

March 25, 2020 15:30 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

Wes talks with Voice of the Hokies, Jon Laaser, about how Jon is staying sharp during this time at home, as well as how some of the Hokie football players have been staying in shape during the coronavirus pandemic. Jon also gives his thoughts on having an extra year of eligibility for college seniors in spring sports.

Interview: San Francisco Giants Prospect Jalen Miller

March 25, 2020 15:15 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

Wes is joined by former Flying Squirrels player and a member of the San Francisco Giants organization, Jalen Miller, on how minor league players are handling not knowing when they will get paid again, and some of the jobs that they have had to take to make ends meet. Jalen also tells Wes how he has done his best to stay in playing shape during the hiatus.

McElroy - Hour 2 (03/25/20)

March 25, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Wes is joined by former Flying Squirrels player and a member of the San Francisco Giants organization, Jalen Miller, on how minor league players are handling not knowing when they will get paid again, and some of the jobs that they have had to take to make ends meet. Jalen also tells Wes how he has done his best to stay in playing shape during the hiatus. Wes talks with Voice of the Hokies, Jon Laaser, about how Jon is staying sharp during this time at home, as well as how some of the Hokie ...

McElroy - Hour 1 (03/25/20)

March 25, 2020 14:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

Wes previews the show for the day, and gives his thoughts on various topics around the sports world and the real world.

McElroy - Hour 4 (03/24/20)

March 24, 2020 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Wes brings back his interviews with Mike Jones of USA Today and Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post in the 5pm hour.

Interview: NBA Writer & Author Sam Smith

March 24, 2020 16:30 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Wes is joined by NBA writer and author Sam Smith as he gives his thoughts on how the NBA season could play out and when he thinks games will be back. Sam also gives a little insight into his journey of writing his latest book on Michael Jordan.

McElroy - Hour 3 (03/24/20)

March 24, 2020 16:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

Every Tuesday at 4pm, Wes does "Covering the Commonwealth" where he covers sports from around the state of Virginia. This week Wes is joined by: Kris Wright of TheSabre.com on UVA Pete Hailey of NBCSW on the Redskins Greg Madia of the Harrisonburg Daily News-Record on JMU Wes chats with NBA writer & author Sam Smith as he gives his thoughts on how the NBA season plays out from here during the coronavirus pandemic, and gives a little insight about Michael Jordan during his last year in Chicago.

Covering the Commonwealth (03/24/20)

March 24, 2020 16:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

As always on Tuesday afternoons, Wes goes around the state of Virginia for our Covering the Commonwealth segment. This week, Wes was joined by: Kris Wright of TheSabre.com on UVA Pete Hailey of NBC Sports Washington on the Redskins Greg Madia of the Harrisonburg Daily News-Record on JMU

Interview: Michael Phillips (01-30-20)

January 30, 2020 17:15 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MB

Wes chats with Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times-Dispatch live in Miami as they look at what fun Michael has gotten into in Miami, is there the possibility that every team will play 1 international game in the future, and should the Redskins trade away the number 2 draft pick?

Wes McElroy - Hour 3 - Michael Phillips (01-30-20)

January 30, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

Wes is joined in the third hour by Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times-Dispatch

ICYMI: Jack Youngblood (01-30-20)

January 30, 2020 16:45 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MB

ICYMI: Wes talks with former Los Angeles Ram and NFL Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood about how Jack competed in the playoffs with a fractured leg, the toughest player he's faced off against, and his current work with Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund.

Interview: Michael Robinson (01-30-20)

January 30, 2020 16:15 - 8 minutes - 8.19 MB

Wes talks with Michael Robinson of the NFL Network live in Miami as they discuss what Michael felt during the opening play of the Super Bowl, which team can get into their game quickly, and what NFL stars are currently around Michael on set?

Wes McElroy - Hour 2 - Michael Robinson & Jack Youngblood (01-30-20)

January 30, 2020 16:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Wes is joined in the second hour by Michael Robinson of the NFL Network and NFL Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood.

Interview: Rashad Jennings (01-30-20)

January 30, 2020 15:30 - 10 minutes - 9.33 MB

Wes is joined by former NFL runningback Rashad Jennings as they discuss whether his NFL or Dancing With The Stars Debut was more difficult, which Super Bowl Team would Rashad like to play on, what role would Rashad like to play, and celebrity chef Aliya LeeKong stops is to talk about Rashad's work with RealEats.

Wes McElroy - Hour 1 - Rashad Jennings (01-30-20)

January 30, 2020 15:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Wes is joined in the First Hour by former Giants and Raiders running back Rashad Jennings

Interview: Willie Lanier (01-29-20)

January 29, 2020 17:30 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

Wes is joined by Former Kansas City Chief and NFL Hall of Famer Willie Lanier as they discuss how it felt to see the Chiefs return to the Super Bowl 50 years later, what memory has stuck with Willie after winning Super Bowl IV, and what makes this Chiefs team different?

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