The Pomp And Joe Show
Episodes
Jeff Hathhorn said it's not looking good for Austin and Ramsey to play
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff thinks Alex Highsmith, Joey Porter Jr. and Jaylen Warren will play on Sunday. Calvin Austin and Jalen Ramsey haven't really taken the steps they'...
Arthur Smith details how the Steelers offense is using jumbo formations
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith said the Steelers have a ton of catch and run players with their offense. He mentioned Blockbuster video. ...
The Limitless Express - Aaron Rodgers speaks, Browns-Jaguars trade.
09 Oct 2025
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Penn State was completely unorganized in the final two minutes of the first half. It was an embarrassing loss for Penn State. The Limitless Express - ...
NFL quarter-season playoff predictions, the case to buy-out James Franklin
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who are two teams at .500 or worse than can make a run? We both think the Chiefs. Joe picks the Cardinals, Austin picks the Bears. Will the Ravens mak...
Chris Hoke thinks it will only be a one-point game in Browns-Steelers
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pat Freiermuth is becoming less involved in the pass game. Darnell Washington has been a good blocker but taken away Freiermuth's snap counts. The Ste...
Chris Hoke thinks T.J. Watt is better than Myles Garrett, and the numbers prove it
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another version of T.J. Watt vs. Myles Garrett. In three additional games, T.J. Watt has more sacks, tackles, interceptions, forced fumbles, fumble re...
Matt Cooke's physical philosophy to help protect Crosby and Malkin
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Cooke said it was very important to know where opponents were on the ice to avoid an injury. Shawn Thornton is the toughest guy Cooke has ever fo...
Stanley Cup Champion Matt Cooke reflects on his time with the Penguins
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stanley Cup Champion Matt Cooke joined the show! Cooke is the GM and head coach of the Vernon Vipers in junior hockey in British Columbia. Matt discus...
The Pomp and Joe Show 10-8-2025
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The full Pomp and Joe Show with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
10AM - Six Pack: Penguins win in NY, Dan Muse's first win, Flacco to the Bengals; The Andrew McCutchen debate - to bring Cutch back in 2026 or not return
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey:
11AM - Mark Kaboly comments on Austin's fashion, Arthur Smith's recent success; Kaboly thinks this is Roman Wilson's opportunity to finally shine
08 Oct 2025
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Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The guys make fun of Austin's fashion. The Bengals traded for Joe Flacco. Mark thinks the Ravens can get to ...
12PM - Pat Welter of WRAL explains the myriad of problems for Belichick at UNC; NFL awards, biggest surprises, and biggest disappointments after Week 5
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Bill Belichick era at North Carolina is a disaster and parents aren't happy with the team. Pat thinks Be...
1PM - Brian Batko examines Pat Freiermuth's decreased role in Steelers offense; Steelers MVPs and LVPs
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Jake Browning's time as a starter in Cincinnati is over and after trading for Joe Flacco, will start on Sund...
Steelers MVPs and LVPs
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aaron Rodgers is our Steelers MVP so far. The Steelers LVP for Joe is Freiermuth. Freiermuth only played 15 snaps against the Vikings, but Bob thinks ...
Brian Batko examines Pat Freiermuth's decreased role in Steelers offense
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Browning's time as a starter in Cincinnati is over and after trading for Joe Flacco, will start on Sunday. Why has Pat Freiermuth disappeared in...
NFL awards, biggest suprises, and biggest disappointments after Week 5
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all think Baker Mayfield is the MVP right now. Kyle Shanahan might be the Coach of the Year. Mike McDaniel is likely to be the first coach fired. W...
Pat Welter of WRAL explains the myriad of problems for Bill Belichick at UNC
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pat thinks that Belichick doesn't think Bill Belichick knows how to run a college program. He thinks it would be a mistake to bring Belichick back. Jo...
Mark Kaboly thinks this is Roman Wilson's opportunity to finally shine
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Kaboly thinks Browns-Steelers will go down to the wire. The Steelers run defense is going to be tested against a good Browns run game. Mark doesn...
Mark Kaboly comments on Austin's fashion, Arthur Smith's recent success
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys make fun of Austin's fashion. The Bengals traded for Joe Flacco. Mark thinks the Ravens can get to 10 wins, but their defense is a mess and i...
The Andrew McCutchen debate - to bring Cutch back in 2026 or not return
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jameson Taillon is pitching against...Quinn Priester in the Cubs-Brewers game. Travis Williams said the Pirates have the best young pitching staffs in...
Six Pack - Penguins win in NY, Dan Muse's first win, Flacco to the Bengals
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Muse and the Penguins made a good first impression. The Penguins played team first, defensive hockey. The Penguins were a poor defensive team last...
The Pomp and Joe Show 10-7-2025
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Joe Starkey and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
10AM - We've been pleased with how Aaron Rodgers has commanded the offense; Joe Starkey is filled with gratitude with people wishing him condolences
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: Joe thinks the Steelers will beat the Bills in Pittsburgh. The NFL is wild open. Joe's eyes vs. PFF. Joe likes PFF, but Aaron...
11AM - Nick Farabaugh thinks Jaylen Warren might be Steelers best offensive player; Cory Giger - 99% chance Penn State makes the playoffs if THIS happens
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: Nick thinks Jaylen Warren might be the Steelers best offensive player. The formula for the running game has been having Darne...
12PM - The Mike Tomlin Press Conference 10-7-2025; Is it worth it for the Steelers to play injured players against the Browns?
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: The Mike Tomlin Press Conference. Is it worth it for the Steelers to play injured players like Jaylen Warren, Calvin Austin, ...
1PM - Mike DeFabo agrees Aaron Rodgers earns a B+ grade and has been solid; The Penguins are playing the kids and have many new faces in their lines
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: he Bengals are trading for Joe Flacco. Wow. This might be the best path for the Steelers in a while to win a playoff game. Th...
The Penguins are playing the kids and have many new faces in their lineup
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Penguins begin the season tonight in New York against the Rangers. This roster is a trade or two away from potentially being the worst in the NHL....
Mike DeFabo agrees Aaron Rodgers earns a B+ grade and has been a solid quarterback
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Bengals are trading for Joe Flacco. Wow. This might be the best path for the Steelers in a while to win a playoff game. The best case is to win th...
Is it worth it for the Steelers to play injured players against the Browns?
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it worth it for the Steelers to play injured players like Jaylen Warren, Calvin Austin, and Jalen Ramsey and rush them back for Cleveland and Cinci...
The Mike Tomlin Press Conference 10-7-2025
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Tomlin's weekly press conference as the Steelers prepare to play the Browns on Sunday at Acrisure Stadium.
Cory Giger - 99% chance Penn State makes the playoffs if THIS happens
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many Penn State people believe this is the worst loss in Penn State history. James Franklin's buyout is currently $56 million. As of January 1st it's ...
Nick Farabaugh thinks Jaylen Warren might be Steelers best offensive player
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nick thinks Jaylen Warren might be the Steelers best offensive player. The formula for the running game has been having Darnell Washington block. Nick...
Joe Starkey is filled with gratitude with people wishing him condolences
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joe has been overwhelmed with love and support from listeners and sports figures reaching out to wish him condolences for losing both his parents. For...
We've been pleased with how Aaron Rodgers has commanded the offense
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Jaguars stunned the NFL and beat Kansas City. The Chiefs are 0-3 in one-score games this season. The Steelers have a negative point differential....
The Pomp and Joe Show 10-6-2025
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Monday, October 6th, 2025
10AM - The Steelers should win the AFC North, if not, it's a disappointment; Is John Harbaugh on the hot seat with the Ravens
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Joe is back today. He lost his mom two weeks ago and his dad last week. . If the Steelers don't win the AFC ...
11AM - It's time for Penn State to move on from James Franklin; Pitt's new QB; Penn State fans go off on James Franklin and the loss to UCLA
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Penn State was embarrassed by UCLA and lost to the WORSE Power 4 team in football. Should James Franklin be ...
12PM - The Penguins season begins in New York on Tuesday with multiple questions; Our 2025-26 Penguins time capsule predictions
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: This is an interesting time for Kyle Dubas and the Penguins. Kyle Dubas said that the goalies that played be...
1PM - Opening our 2025 Pirates time capsule predictions... Around the NFL after Week 5
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Opening our 2025 Pirates time capsule. Joe was high on Ji Hwan Bae. Bob thought Joey Bart would lead the tea...
Around the NFL after Week 5 10-6-2025
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Vikings beat Cleveland in London. The Colts CRUSHED the Raiders. The Saints beat the Giants and Jaxson Dart started well. Dart was bad after throw...
Opening our 2025 Pirates time capsule predictions...
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Opening our 2025 Pirates time capsule. Joe was high on Ji Hwan Bae. Bob thought Joey Bart would lead the team in average and go to the All-Star Game. ...
Our 2025-26 Penguins time capsule predictions
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Connor McDavid has re-signed for two seasons in Edmonton. Will Sidney Crosby have over 90 points? Will Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang be here at the en...
The Penguins season begins in New York on Tuesday with multiple questions
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is an interesting time for Kyle Dubas and the Penguins. Kyle Dubas said that the goalies that played best in camp and preseason would be the guys...
Penn State fans explain their frustration with James Franklin and the loss to UCLA
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marty in Frick Park thinks Penn State won't fire James Franklin and he's been in eight big time bowl games in the last 11 years. Penn State fans go of...
It's time for Penn State to move on from James Franklin; Pitt's new QB
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Penn State was embarrassed by UCLA and lost to the WORSE Power 4 team in football. Should James Franklin be fired? The offense does not cater to Drew ...
Is John Harbaugh on the hot seat with the Ravens?
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could the Ravens move on from John Harbaugh? The Ravens are 1-4 and tied for the worst start in team history. Are the Ravens or Colts a bigger story? ...
The Steelers should win the AFC North, if not, it's a disappointment
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joe is back today. He lost his mom two weeks ago and his dad last week. The Ravens have given up the most points in their first five games ever in Rav...
Best of Fan – Steelers have by weeks, but Pirates make big moves
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pirates keeping Ben Cherington, does that mean Andrew McCutchen is gone? Steelers odds on favorite to win AFC North and will the Penguins be any good?
The Pomp and Joe Show 10-3-2025
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Donny Football and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Friday, October 3rd, 2025
10AM - Can Steelers legitimately win the AFC North, Steelers quarter season awards; We hear from fans on the state of the Steelers at the bye week
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 1 with Donny Football: an the Steelers legitimately win the AFC North in 2025? Donny came away from the Vikings game feeling good about the Steel...
11AM - Ray Fittipaldo says don't expect the Steelers to acquire a wide receiver; Stephen Thompson details Pitt's struggles, thinks Panthers will bounce back
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 2 with Donny Football: Ray doesn't expect the Steelers to add a wide receiver at this point. "They like Calvin Austin as a No. 2 receiver." Jakob...
12PM - Nick Kostos examines the Steelers and Ravens chances to win the AFC North; The Bechtold Breakdown - Steelers significant favorites to make the playoffs
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 3 with Donny Football: Nick Kostos thinks either the Dodgers or Phillies will go on and win the World Series. Nick thinks the Browns defense is ...
1PM - Do you think Andrew McCutchen will return to the Pirates next season? College football and NFL Week 5 picks!
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour four with Donny Football: Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette thinks the reunion tour is over for Andrew McCutchen and the Pirates. Macke...
College football and NFL Week 5 picks!
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donny and Austin give our college football and Week 5 NFL picks around the AFC North with the 3-1 Steelers on their bye.
Do you think Andrew McCutchen will return to the Pirates next season?
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette thinks the reunion tour is over for Andrew McCutchen and the Pirates. Mackey thinks McCutchen could be loo...
The Bechtold Breakdown - Steelers significant favorites to make the playoffs
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Austin believes the 2015 Pirates would have won the World Series if there was a three-game Wild Card like today. The Phillies had over 31,000 fans wat...
Nick Kostos examines the Steelers and Ravens chances to win the AFC North
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nick thinks either the Dodgers or Phillies will go on and win the World Series. Nick thinks the Browns defense is better than the Steelers. Nick think...
Stephen Thompson details Pitt's struggles, thinks Panthers will bounce back
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a must win game for Pitt against a down Boston College team. The offense has been Pitt's biggest problem. Pitt has turned the ball over in the...
Ray Fittipaldo says don't expect the Steelers to acquire a wide receiver
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ray thinks Roman Wilson is eventually going to get an opportunity, but Aaron Rodgers trusts Scotty Miller and Ben Skowronek. Ray doesn't expect the St...
We hear from fans on the state of the Steelers at the bye week
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Roman Wilson only played three snaps against the Vikings. Calvin Austin was hurt and Wilson still didn't see the field more than three times. The Stee...
Can the Steelers legitimately win the AFC North? Steelers quarter season awards
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can the Steelers legitimately win the AFC North in 2025? Donny came away from the Vikings game feeling good about the Steelers and thinks they're a p...
The Pomp and Joe Show 10-2-2025
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
10AM - The Penguins need to play their young players and win with toughness; Tyler Kennedy believes Penguins need to give their young guys a long leash
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Tyler Kennedy: Tyler Kennedy believes the Penguins need to give their young guys a long leash. TK thinks the Penguins wil...
11AM - Chris Hoke examines the Steelers' key 4th down decisions against Minnesota; 100% Hokie feels confident picking the Steelers to win the AFC North
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Chris Hoke: Darnell Washington and Connor Heyward played more snaps than Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith. A big reason why...
12PM - If Aaron Rodgers continues to play well, wants to come back, we'd consider it; Golfer Bob Friend shares Free Care Fund charity event initiative
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani: The new, large NHL contracts makes you appreciate Sidney Crosby only signing for $8.7 million. Shedeur Sanders isn't helping...
1PM - Fans weigh in on the Steelers and the Pirates; Jeff Hathhorn thinks Pitt-BC is a must win game, state of the Penguins
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani: The MLB playoffs are underway. Mason Miller threw a 104 mph pitch against Chicago. 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhor...
Jeff Hathhorn thinks Pitt-BC is a must win game, state of the Penguins
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Eli Holstein is still the starter for Pitt against Boston College. Holstein has a "normal"...
Fans weigh in on the Steelers and Pirates
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The MLB playoffs are underway. Mason Miller threw a 104 mph pitch against Chicago. Ken in Beaver gives Cam Heyward props for helping to force turnover...
Golfer Bob Friend shares Free Care Fund charity event initiative
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shedeur Sanders isn't helping himself after Dillon Gabriel was named the starter. The NFL has seen a ton of quarterback injuries. We hear from Steeler...
If Aaron Rodgers continues to play well, wants to come back, we'd consider
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The new, large NHL contracts makes you appreciate Sidney Crosby only signing for $8.7 million. Lou in Staten Island, a Canadians fan, doesn't want to ...
100% Chris Hoke feels confident picking the Steelers to win the AFC North
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The quarterbacks in the AFC North are Aaron Rodgers, Dillon Gabriel, Jack Browning, and Cooper Rush. Joe Burrow has been sacked 201 times in 71 games....
Chris Hoke examines the Steelers' key 4th down decisions against Minnesota
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Darnell Washington and Connor Heyward played more snaps than Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith. A big reason why was because of the running game. Aaron R...
Tyler Kennedy believes the Penguins need to give their young guys a long leash
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy believes the Penguins need to give their young guys a long leash. TK thinks the Penguins will be in more trouble if...
The Penguins need to play their young players and win with toughness
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler describes the cultural differences playing in different NHL cities. The Penguins are not going to beat teams with a superior offense, but it's g...
The Pomp and Joe Show 10-1-2025
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Bob Pompeani and Austin Bechtold (behind the glass), from Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
10AM - Things are shaping out to favor the Steelers in the AFC North; The Steelers are second in forced turnovers and defense has stepped up
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani: The Browns are going to Dillon Gabriel to be their starting quarterback. The Browns benched Joe Flacco and the Steelers will...
11AM - Pirates are moving on from Oscar Marin, Brent Strom, and Mike Rabello; Pirates fans are disappointed and upset by front office and coaching moves
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani: The Pirates are keeping Ben Cherington and Don Kelly. Bob wanted the Pirates to move on from Cherington and was surprised th...
12PM - Mark Kaboly gives credit to the offensive line, Aaron Rodgers early success; Around the league and NFL international games with Steelers insider Kaboly
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani: Mike Tomlin has never missed the playoffs after starting 3-1. Mark talked to Steelers players who felt the Vikings were susc...
1PM - Dan Zangrilli doesn't think Pirates have the revenue for a $120 million payroll; Brian Batko thinks Steelers threw a curveball at Vikings with running game
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani: Dan Zangrilli was somewhat surprised the Pirates moved on from Oscar Marin. Dan thinks there will be more money flowing thro...
Brian Batko thinks the Steelers threw a curveball at the Vikings with their rushing attack
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a decent time for the Steelers bye week with multiple players hurt. Lamar Jackson could be out this week. Brian thinks the Steelers threw a cu...
Dan Zangrilli doesn't think Pirates have the revenue for a $120 million payroll
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan was somewhat surprised the Pirates moved on from Oscar Marin. It's hard to justify why Ben Cherington is back. Dan thinks there will be more money...
Around the league and NFL international games with insider Mark Kaboly
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Kaboly thinks the biggest surprise of the season has been the Ravens. The Colts are Bob's biggest surprise. Is Cam Ward already a bust? If the NF...
Mark Kaboly gives credit to the offensive line, Aaron Rodgers early success
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Tomlin has never missed the playoffs after starting 3-1. Mark talked to Steelers players who felt the Vikings were susceptible to an extra offens...
Pirates fans are disappointed and upset by front office and coaching moves
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pirates fans are irritated that the Pirates are keeping members of the front office that have put this 71-win team together.
Pirates are moving on from Oscar Marin, Brent Strom, and Mike Rabello
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pirates are keeping Ben Cherington and Don Kelly. Bob wanted the Pirates to move on from Cherington and was surprised that he stayed. Bob wants to...
The Steelers are second in forced turnovers and defense has stepped up
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The offensive line is gelling a little bit better. The Steelers are second in forced turnovers. The offense has been outgained in three of the last fo...
Things are shaping out to favor the Steelers in the AFC North
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Browns are going to Dillon Gabriel to be their starting quarterback. The Browns benched Joe Flacco and the Steelers will see Gabriel at home in tw...