Chase & Big Joe Show

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Join Chase McCabe and Big Joe Dubin every weekday from 9a-11a CT as they talk "a little bit of everything." Titans, Preds, Baseball, Hoops, NASCAR... it's all on the table.

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Hour 2: MLB Talk, NFL Draft and Fun, Daytona 500 Winners, What Day Is It? & Celebrity Birthdays (04-01-24)

* Chase & Big Joe kick off the second hour with MLB talk. Chase quizzes Big Joe on his knowledge of the Atlanta Braves. The guys talk about the NFL Draft and the game plan for the Titans. Big Joe is adamant that the Titans should draft an offensive lineman. Chase and Big Joe try to name as many NFL head coaches as possible. Chase attempts to name all the Dayton 500 winners since 1980. The hour wraps up with What Day Is It? and Celebrity Birthdays. Listen for more. 

40m
Apr 01
Hour 1: Vols Quit Dancing, Preds Fall to Avalanche, Max Herz & Question of the Day (04-01-24)

* Today's show begins with recapping the Tennessee and Purdue Elite 8 game. It was a tough ending to the season for Tennessee, but Chase says there are no excuses for how the Vols played. How do you feel about the loss? The Preds drop another road game to the Colorado Avalanche. What is holding the team back? Max Herz joins the Chase & Big Joe Show to recap the game. Ryan McDonagh received a match penalty in the second period, which Herz says changed the game drastically. The Preds return home tomorrow night against the Boston Bruins. What will Andrew Brunette's message be to the team? Boston is on the back end of their road trip. Herz talks about the keys to the game and who should be in goal for the Preds. Big Joe pitches today's Question of the Day. Are you over April Fool's Day? Listen for more. 

43m
Apr 01
Max Herz (04-01-24)

* Max Herz joins the Chase & Big Joe Show. Herz talks about the Predtors' 7-4 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday. Ryan McDonagh received a match penalty in the second period, which Herz says changed the game drastically. The Preds return home tomorrow night against the Boston Bruins. What will Andrew Brunette's message be to the team? Boston is on the back end of their road trip. Herz talks about the keys to the game and who should be in goal for the Preds. Listen for more. 

8m
Apr 01
Chris Sanders (03-29-24)

* Forever Titans wide receiver Chris Sanders joined the show. Chris shared what he is thankful for. Chase and Big Joe asked Chris about the Titans and their depth chart. Then Chase had some fun with Chris on naming the ‘98 WR depth chart. Listen to hear more.

12m
Mar 29
Hour 2: Chris Sanders, Vols Sweet 16, Celebrity Birthdays (03-29-24)

* In the final hour of Chase and Big Joe Show, Chase and Big Joe start the hour with Forever Titans wide receiver Chris Sanders. Chris shared what he is thankful for. Chase and Big Joe asked Chris about the Titans and their depth chart. Then Chase had some fun with Chris on naming the ‘98 WR depth chart. Later in the hour, Chase and Big Joe discussed the Tennessee Vols. Can they finally get to the final four? And as always with celebrity birthdays and what day it is.  Who do you think will win? Listen to hear more.

38m
Mar 29
Hour 1: QOD, Streak Ends, Kyle Clayton (03-29-24)

* It’s Friday Nashville! Chase and Big Joe are reacting to the Preds loss last night to the Arizona Coyotes. The streak ended at 18 games. The Preds are now in the top 25 for point streaks by a team in a single season.  Later in the hour, Big Joe shares the question of the day? It’s Good Friday. What are you thankful for? Let us know. Kyle Claton with the Nashville Predators joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Preds recent run of games. The Preds have the chance to redeem themselves tomorrow in Colorado. Kyle shared a glimpse of what the postseason festivities might look like in Smashville. Listen to find out. To end the hour Chase and Big Joe get to your calls and text on what you’re thankful for today. Listen to hear more.

43m
Mar 29
Hour 2: NCAA Player Prop Betting, Tim Bryant, Celebrity Birthdays & Andrew Brunette (03-28-24)

* The hour kicks off with a debate about being able to place prop bets on NCAA athletes. The NCAA is seeking to ban all player props, but Chase says it's their fault for this situation. Should you be able to bet on a college athlete's performance? Chase thinks so since NIL makes them pro athletes in his eyes. FCA Wilson County Director Tim Bryant chats with Big Joe about the FCA Run the Cedars 5k/15k event in Lebanon, Tennessee on Saturday, March 30. The event will take place at the Cedar of Lebanon State Park. Bryant talks about his role at FCA, and what the organization does for athletes. Byrant talks about the event's impact on Wilson County FCA and the athletes it supports. The guys jump into Celebrity Birthdays before Predators head coach Andrew Brunette joins the show. Brunette talks about the overtime win at home against the Las Vegas Golden Knights. The Preds remain red hot and take their 18-game point streak to Arizona tonight. Brunette talks about the comradery of the team being the biggest key to their success. Brunette talks about how the 7th Man, the fans, make a difference at Bridgestone and make it one of the toughest places to play in the NHL. The stars are scoring for the Preds, and several players have stepped up for the team during the stretch, especially Tyson Barrie. Brunette previews tonight's game against the Coyotes. Listen for more. 

42m
Mar 28
Andrew Brunette (03-28-24)

* Predators head coach Andrew Brunette joins the Chase & Big Joe Show. Brunette talks about the overtime win at home against the Las Vegas Golden Knights. The Preds remain red hot and take their 18-game point streak to Arizona tonight. Brunette talks about the comradery of the team being the biggest key to their success. Brunette talks about how the 7th Man, the fans, make a difference at Bridgestone and make it one of the toughest places to play in the NHL. The stars are scoring for the Preds, and several players have stepped up for the team during the stretch, especially Tyson Barrie. Brunette previews tonight's game against the Coyotes. Listen for more. 

8m
Mar 28
Tim Bryant (03-28-24)

* FCA Wilson County Director Tim Bryant chats with Big Joe about the FCA Run the Cedars 5k/15k event in Lebanon, Tennessee on Saturday, March 30. The event will take place at the Cedar of Lebanon State Park. Bryant talks about his role at FCA, and what the organization does for athletes. Byrant talks about the event's impact on Wilson County FCA and the athletes it supports. The FCA Run The Ceard 5k/15k also has a one-mile fun run, so everyone can join the fun. Spots are filling up, and Bryant says runners should sign up today or tomorrow to secure their spot. Listen for more. 

4m
Mar 28
Hour 1: Question of the Day, ACT Test Scores & Greg Wyshynski (03-28-24)

* Chase and Big Joe start today's show with the Question of the Day. What was your ACT score? The guys talk about their test experience, and Big Joe gives his tips for success. The guys respond to listeners' answers. ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski joins the show. Wyshynski revisits his early prediction of the Predators making a push for the Wild Card, and says the team is in a spot to clinch a divisional spot. Big Joe asks Wyshynski what correlates between the Preds' success and Barry Trotz's time in Washington. Roman Josi should be in the top 3 for the James Norris Memorial Trophy. Wyshynski says the team's win over Las Vegas perfectly exemplifies the Predators' "Never Quit, Never Die" mentality. The conversation wraps up with a talk about how the NHL has improved mental health resources for players. The guys revisit the Question of the Day to close the hour. Listen for more. 

40m
Mar 28
Greg Wyshynski (03-28-24)

* ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski joins the show. Wyshynski revisits his early prediction of the Predators making a push for the Wild Card, and says the team is in a spot to clinch a divisional spot. Big Joe asks Wyshynski what correlates between the Preds' success and Barry Trotz's time in Washington. Roman Josi should be in the top 3 for the James Norris Memorial Trophy. Wyshynski says the team's win over Las Vegas perfectly exemplifies the Predators' "Never Quit, Never Die" mentality. The conversation wraps up with a talk about how the NHL has improved mental health resources for players. Listen for more. 

10m
Mar 28
Eli Gold (03-27-24)

* The voice of the Nashville Kats Eli Gold joined the show in the studio. Eli went through the situation of how he became the voice of the Kats and what to look forward to. Plus, Eli shared some stories from down memory lane!

20m
Mar 27
Hour 2: Preds OT WINNERl, Celebrity Birthdays, Eli Gold (03-27- 24)

* In the second hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, Chase and Big Joe discussed more on the Preds 18-game win streak! Later on in the show,  it’s time for celebrity birthdays. Who do you think will win? Listen to hear more. To end the show, the voice of the Nashville Kats Eli Gold joined the show in the studio. Eli went through the situation of how he became the voice of the Kats and what to look forward to. Plus, Eli shared some stories from down memory lane!

37m
Mar 27
John McClain (03-27-24)

* The great John McClain joined the show and talked about the big news around the NFL. John also elaborated on the Titans GM Ran Carthon and the recent trade for L’Jarius Sneed. Later in the conversation, John was asked about the new NFL kickoff rule  Listen to hear more.

17m
Mar 27
Ryan O'Reilly (03-27-24)

* Chase and Big Joe were joined by Ryan O’Reilly! Ryan chatted with the guys about last night’s atmosphere. Later in the conversation, Ryan talked about his veteran experience and shared it this season with his teammates. Plus Ryan also mentioned what it's like playing along side his teammates the “Swiss meatballs” on the ice. Listen to hear more.

10m
Mar 27
Hour 1: Preds OT Win, Ryan O’Reilly, John McClain (03-27-24)

* In the first hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show, the guys react to the Preds overtime winner last night from Roman Josi. The Preds extend their point streak to 18 games. Later in the hour, Chase and Big Joe were joined by Ryan O’Reilly! Ryan chatted with the guys about last night’s atmosphere. Later in the conversation, Ryan talked about his veteran experience and shared it this season with his teammates. Plus Ryan also mentioned what it's like playing with his teammates the “Swiss meatballs”. Listen to hear more. To end the hour the great John McClain joined the show and talked about the big news around the NFL. John also elaborated on the Titans GM Ran Carthon and the recent trade for L’Jarius Sneed. Later in the conversation, John was asked about the new NFL kickoff rule  Listen to hear more.

40m
Mar 27
Hour 2: NFL Rule Changes, Turron Davenport, What Day Is It? & Celebrity Birthdays (03-26-24)

* Chase and Big Joe continue to discuss the new NFL rule changes. Are you a fan of the new kickoff format? The guys give away tickets to tonight's Predators game. ESPN NFL Nation reporter Turron Davenport joins the show. Davenport talks about the Titans adding L'Jarius Sneed to the defense and his impact next season. The Titans agreed to terms with center LloydCushenberry. Davenport says this should be a bigger storyline, and instantly improves the Titans' offensive line. The Titans need to add to their defense. Davenport says the draft will be a spot where they can make some splashes. What are realistic expectations for the Titans next season? Listen for more. The show wraps up with What Day Is It? and Celebrity Birthdays. Listen for more. 

38m
Mar 26
Turron Davenport (03-26-24)

* ESPN NFL Nation reporter Turron Davenport joins the show. Davenport talks about the Titans adding L'Jarius Sneed to the defense and his impact next season. The Titans agreed to terms with center LloydCushenberry. Davenport says this should be a bigger storyline, and instantly improves the Titans' offensive line. The Titans need to add to their defense. Davenport says the draft will be a spot where they can make some splashes. What are realistic expectations for the Titans next season? Listen for more. 

9m
Mar 26
Hour 1: Predators vs. Golden Knights, Question of the Day, Hal Gill & NFL Rule Changes (03-26-24)

* The red-hot Nashville Predators take on the Las Vegas Golden Knights tonight at Bridgestone Arena. Chase previews the game, and what to expect from tonight's game. Big Joe pitches today's Question of the Day. If money wasn't a factor, which band or comedian would you hire to play at your party? Hal Gill joins the show to preview tonight's Predators game against the Las Vegas Golden Knights. Gill talks about the red-hot 17-game point streak. What have the last few games shown about the team? Gill talks about the play of Filip Forsberg and company, and how the teams' stars have stepped up. Tonight's game will be a playoff atmosphere, and Gill still thinks the Preds have more to prove. How much are the Preds on the radar of other teams? Chase and Big Joe talk about the new rules approved by NFL owners, including a ban on hip-drop tackles and introducing new kickoff rules. Listen for more. 

42m
Mar 26
Hal Gill (03-26-24)

* Hal Gill joins the show to preview tonight's Predators game against the Las Vegas Golden Knights. Gill talks about the red-hot 17-game point streak. What have the last few games shown about the team? Gill talks about the play of Filip Forsberg and company, and how the teams' stars have stepped up. Tonight's game will be a playoff atmosphere, and Gill still thinks the Preds have more to prove. How much are the Preds on the radar of other teams? Listen for more. 

10m
Mar 26
Jonathan Hutton (03-25-24)

* Jonathan Hutton joined the Chase and Big Joe show and was asked about the L’Jarius Sneed trade. Later in the conversation, Hutton was asked about the Tennessee Vols' recent run of games in the NCAA Tournament. Can the Vols win it all? 

13m
Mar 25
Hour 2: Sneed Trade, Jonathan Hutton, Celebrity Birthdays (03-25-24)

* In the second hour of the Chase and Big Joe Show. Chase and Joe go through the previous drafts by the Titans and which was their best draft in recent years. Big Joe shares the question of the day. What Coach bothers you the most? Let us know. Later in the hour, Chase and Big Joe discuss the luxurious Sneed trade to Titans finalizing with the Kansas City Chiefs. Is Sneed the lockdown corner of the Titans have been missing? And Jonathan Hutton joined the Chase and Big Joe show and was asked about the L’Jarius Sneed trade. Later in the conversation, Hutton was asked about the Tennessee Vols' recent run of games in the NCAA Tournament. Can the Vols win it all? To end the show as always with Celebrity Birthdays. Who do you think will win?

40m
Mar 25
Hour 1: Preds Win 1-0, Vols Make Sweet 16, Red Lights (03-25-24)

* In the first hour of the Chase and Big Joe show Chase and Joe react to all the sports events that happened over the weekend and discuss the balls making the suite 16 in the March Madness tournament. Later in the hour chasing big Joe discussed the Preds big win over the weekend over the Detroit Red Wings. Can the Preds get themselves into a playoff spot besides being the first spot in the wildcard? To end the hour, Chase and Joe discuss red lights. Do you run red lights when you’re driving? Let us know. Listen to hear more.

43m
Mar 25
Jeff Hem (03-22-24)

* Nashville sounds play-by-play Jeff Hem joined the show ahead of the minor-league baseball season. Jeff shared his thoughts on the upcoming prospects for the Nashville Sounds and the expectations going into the season. Listen to hear more.

11m
Mar 22
Chris Sanders (03-22-24)

* Chase and Big Joe were joined by forever Titans wide receiver Chris Sanders. Chris was asked about the Titans recent moves and who will benefit from helping the team next season. Chris was also asked about his time with the Titans when he played and if he had a pro going into the NFL draft. Listen to hear more.

11m
Mar 22
Hour 2: Chris Sanders & Jeff Hem (03-22-24)

* In the second hour of the Chase and Big Joe show they were joined by forever Titans wide receiver Chris Sanders. Chris was asked about the Titans recent moves and who will benefit from helping the team next season. Chris was also asked about his time with the Titans when he played and if he had a pro going into the NFL draft. Listen to hear more. Later in the hour, big Joe gave his rent about Sanford and if it was a block last night against Kansas, what do you think and Nashville sounds play-by-play Jeff Hem joined the show and ahead of the minor-league baseball season Jeff shared his thoughts on the upcoming prospects for the Nashville sounds and the expectation going into the season. Listen to hear more.

34m
Mar 22
Hour 1: Big Joe Rant, Sean Henry, UK Overrated (03-22-24)

* It’s Friday Nashville! Chase and Big Joe are reacting to the crazy ending to the Samford and Kansas game. Was it a block?  Later in the hour, Sean Henry joined the show and shared his thoughts on the partnership with the SEC Tournament at Bridgestone Arena. Sean spoke on the Preds recent run of games. The Preds have set a new franchise record of a 16-game point streak. The Preds plans have changed because of how well they have been playing. To end the hour Chase and Big Joe mentioned the findings of the Riley Strain and expressed their condolences. 

45m
Mar 22
Hour 2: Vols Begin March Madness, Levis Success Next Season, Shea Ralph, What Day Is It? & Celebrity Birthdays (03-21-24)

* A packed second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show! The guys talk about the Vols in March Madness. What are your expectations for the team? Is Rick Barnes' job security in trouble if the Vols don't make a deep run? The guys get into a heated debate about Will Levis and predict his success next season. Has Ran Carthon given Levis enough to lead the Titans next season? Vanderbilt women's basketball head coach Shea Ralph joins the Chase & Big Joe Show. The Commodores took down Columbia last night 72-68. Vandy will take on Baylor in the First Round of Women's March Madness. Ralph talks about the win and the excitement surrounding the team. How does she get the team ready in the regular season for March? Ralph talks about the game prep and scouting process during the tournament. She talks about how playing for and coaching with Geno Auriemma at UConn shaped her into the coach she is today. The show ends with What Day Is It? and Celebrity Birthdays. Listen for more. 

39m
Mar 21
Shea Ralph (03-21-24)

* Vanderbilt women's basketball head coach Shea Ralph joins the Chase & Big Joe Show. The Commodores took down Columbia last night 72-68. Vandy will take on Baylor in the First Round of Women's March Madness. Ralph talks about the win and the excitement surrounding the team. How does she get the team ready in the regular season for March? Ralph talks about the game prep and scouting process during the tournament. She talks about how playing for and coaching with Geno Auriemma at UConn shaped her into the coach she is today. Listen for more. 

11m
Mar 21
Hour 1: Ohtani Theft and Betting Story, Greg Wyshynski & Predators vs. Panthers (03-21-24)

* Hour one kicks off with MLB talk, as news broke that Shohei Ohtani's interpreter was fired amid massive theft regarding sports betting. Big Joe talks about the headlines and details of the story. How much of a nightmare is this for MLB's biggest star? How involved was Ohtani? ESPN's Greg Wyshynski joins the show. Wyshynski talks about the Predators' 15-game point streak. Why are the Preds playing so well? The Preds have shaken things up around the NHL, and Wyshynski talks about the ripple effects. How has Barry Trotz transformed this team? The Preds take on the Florida Panthers tonight, which marks the return of Andrew Brunette to his former team. Will that affect tonight's game? Chase and Big Joe preview tonight's game against the Panthers. Chase invites all fans who may have jumped off the bandwagon to hop back on, as this is an exciting time for the Predators. Listen for more. 

42m
Mar 21