The Cook & Joe Show

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What's Cookin'? And a couple of conversations!

In this hour, Ron Cook and Joe Starkey talk to Pirates' broadcaster Bob Walk and Steelers' OLB Alex Highsmith. Plus, going into the weekend with

32m
May 26
"I want to be in Pittsburgh."

Steelers' OLB Alex Highsmith talks to Cook and Joe about his desire to stay in Pittsburgh and how he's working on getting better every day before the season starts.

13m
May 26
"I want to see some more of [Luis Ortiz]."

Pirates' Broadcaster Bob Walk comes on The Fan Hotline and answers some questions about Vince Velasquez reportedly getting activated this weekend and the continued power struggles of the Pirates' lineup.

16m
May 26
Le' Veon Bell talks about smoking marijuana as a player

Former Steelers' running back Le' Veon Bell went on the podcast and revealed some stories about his relationship with weed as he played for Pittsburgh. Plus, Ron Cook and Joe Starkey talk with a Pittsburgh native who is now the quarterbacks coach of the Green Bay Packers.

42m
May 26
How will QB Jordan Love do with the Packers this year?

Green Bay Packers' quarterbacks coach and Pittsburgh native Tom Clements comes on The Fan Hotline and shares some thoughts and stories with Ron Cook and Joe Starkey.

18m
May 26
Fittipaldo's thoughts from OTAs, and they're going to make a movie about Drew Maggi?

In this hour, Ron Cook and Joe Starkey talk to the Pittsburgh's Post Gazette's Ray Fittipaldo about his experience after a week of OTAs, and there's a report that a movie is going to be made about Pirates' minor-league infielder Drew Maggi.

43m
May 26
Drew Maggi deserves a movie!

A report suggests that the hard-fought, minor league journey of Drew Maggi is getting a feature on the big screen. A movie about him is coming!

5m
May 26
Kenny Pickett, Good Guy | '1st & Pod'

From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here https://link.chtbl.com/1stAndPod), Danny Parkins grills Andrew Fillipponi about Kenny Pickett's appearance on 93.7 The Fan, Pickett's short history with concussions, confidence entering year two, his taste in movies and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8m
May 26
Why wasn't "Harry" Callas paying attention?

In the middle of a Steelers' discussion, Joe Starkey caught producer Nicholas "Harry" Callas distracted. Listen to find out what was going on! Plus, a bonus musical number from Ron Cook!

3m
May 26
How likely are the Penguins to hire Kyle Dubas?

A recent report reveals the likelihood that former Toronto Maple Leafs' GM Kyle Dubas will be hired by the Pittsburgh Penguins.

2m
May 26
Big programming notice for The Cook & Joe Show!

Joe Starkey reveals a change to The Cook & Joe Show that's going to shake things up for weeks to come!

2m
May 26
Is the Steelers' defensive secondary going to come together this year?

Ray Fittipaldo from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to share his experience from OTAs after the first week.

18m
May 26
Open a six-pack and let's discuss Highsmith!

In this hour, Ron Cook and Joe Starkey answer the biggest  six questions in sports going into the weekend, and how much would you pay for Alex Highsmith before it seemed like too much?

39m
May 26
How much is Alex Highsmith worth?

Ron Cook and Joe Starkey discuss how much Steelers' OLB Alex Highsmith could ask for before the Steelers would say it's too much to spend.

7m
May 26
Barber or stylist?

Ron Cook and producer Nicholas "Harry" Callas both got haircuts recently, and they discuss with Joe Starkey what distinguishes a hair stylist from a barber.

1m
May 26
Let's open the six-pack!

It's the weekend, and Ron Cook and Joe Starkey open up a six-pack of the most intriguing sports questions going into the weekend. Contents include Alex Highsmith contract negotiations and the Pirates' lack of home runs since the home opener.

21m
May 26
Josh Rowntree joins!

-The Fan's Josh Rowntree joins! Josh gives his general observations from Steelers OTAs, and he and the guys discuss Calvin Austin III returning, as well as what we could see from TJ Watt and George Pickens this season.

13m
May 25
Josh Rowntree, Watt at OTAs, What's Cookin'

-The Fan's Josh Rowntree joins! Josh gives his general observations from Steelers OTAs, and he and the guys discuss Calvin Austin III returning, as well as what we could see from TJ Watt and George Pickens this season. -We hear from TJ Watt, who met with reporters. We also discuss/reminisce about weddings. -What's Cookin' + Tina Turner tribute.

36m
May 25
Mike Zeisberger joins!

-Mike Zeisberger of NHL.com joins! The guys and Mike discuss how Kyle Dubas could fit in with the Penguins, should he be hired. They also get into a lot of moves made by the Maple Leafs back when Dubas was with them. What other GM candidates are available for the Penguins, potentially?

23m
May 25
Mike Zeisberger, Pickett on new helmet/Calvin Austin III/passing attack

-Mike Zeisberger of NHL.com joins! The guys and Mike discuss how Kyle Dubas could fit in with the Penguins, should he be hired. They also get into a lot of moves made by the Maple Leafs back when Dubas was with them. What other GM candidates are available for the Penguins, potentially? -After suffering multiple concussions last year, Kenny Pickett told the PM Team he plans to use a new helmet for 2023. Cook and Joe react. -More Kenny Pickett from the PM Team, with Cook & Joe reacting, on Calvin Austin III finally returning and what the passing attack could look like for 2023.

41m
May 25
Mike Munchak joins!

-Former Steelers OL coach Mike Munchak joins! The guys and Mike discuss everything at the Joe Moore football camp for offensive linemen, as well as the Steelers team & OL right now. They also get into some memorable moments from Mike's time in Pittsburgh, and he discusses working with Mike Tomlin and the other coaches. 

22m
May 25
Mike Munchak, Favorite movies, Batch on being backup + Pickett making leap

-Former Steelers OL coach Mike Munchak joins! The guys and Mike discuss everything at the Joe Moore football camp for offensive linemen, as well as the Steelers team & OL right now. They also get into some memorable moments from Mike's time in Pittsburgh, and he discusses working with Mike Tomlin and the other coaches.  -Kenny Pickett on the PM Team yesterday discussed a few of his favorite movies, which led us to discuss a few of ours. -We hear from former Steelers QB Charlie Batch, who joined the Fan Morning Show earlier, where Batch discussed being a backup, as well as how Kenny Pickett can make a big leap in year two.

38m
May 25
Pirates still slumping, Pens GM vacancy, Kyle Dubas to Pittsburgh?

-The guys discuss yesterday's Pirates loss, citing fielding errors and what feels like another game they might have given away. They also call for Ben Cherington to make a significant move to bolster the roster. Could the Penguins hire Kyle Dubas to their front office? Is the Penguins GM vacancy a good spot?  -More on the Penguins GM search, as well as a little look into Ron Hextall's fallout with the Penguins. How much was Mario Lemieux involved? How much longer are the Pens' big three going to remain together?  -Reset on the Penguins GM search + offseason.

49m
May 25
OL coach Pat Flaherty on his Giants upsetting the Patriots, his all-time starting 5 OL, another immaculate inning for the Pirates

Pat Flaherty, Rutgers OL coach, joins to highlight his background with the NY Giants upsetting the Patriots, his starting 5 OL all-time. The Pirates' lineup continues to disappoint. Another immaculate inning for the Bucs! What's Cookin - Joe is fuming about Chris Owings and the Bucs. 

34m
May 24
OL coach Pat Flaherty on his Giants upsetting the Pats, his all-time starting O line

Pat Flaherty, Rutgers OL coach, joins to highlight his background with the NY Giants upsetting the Patriots, his starting 5 OL all-time. The Pirates' lineup continues to disappoint.

21m
May 24
Jeff Hathhorn on Steelers OTAs, the secondary, Kenny Pickett's emergence, Pens GM search update

Jeff Hathhorn isn't allowed to say much but he speculates on the secondary, Kenny instilling confidence in his teammates. What's next for the Pens GM search.

13m
May 24
The other Joe Starkey on his legendary call, preceding Mike Lange, and meeting this Joe Starkey

The other Joe Starkey joins! We play his call for the band is on the field. He talks about that call, meeting the other Joe Starkey, preceding Mike Lange as the Penguins broadcaster, his call of the Miracle on Ice, the 49ers dynasty.

20m
May 24
The other Joe Starkey on his legendary call, meeting the other Joe Starkey, Diontae Johnson's big goals, Jeff Hathhorn on OTA updates

The other Joe Starkey joins! We play his call for the band is on the field. He talks about that call, meeting the other Joe Starkey, preceding Mike Lange as the Penguins broadcaster, his call of the Miracle on Ice, the 49ers dynasty. TJ Watt is back in attendance for OTAs, Diontae Johnson has big goals, over/under on his stats. Jeff Hathhorn isn't allowed to say much but he speculates on the secondary, Kenny instilling confidence in his teammates. What's next for the Pens GM search.

44m
May 24
Where does the band on the field play rank among the craziest in sports history

Joe is excited for the Joe Starkey Band On the Field call. Joe and Ron discuss crazy sports plays in history. Joe wonders if people with the same names have the same intuition as twins.

20m
May 24
Where does the band is on the field rank among craziest sports plays, reactions to OTA comments from Dotson, Moore, and Highsmith

Joe is excited for the Joe Starkey Band On the Field call. Joe and Ron discuss crazy sports plays in history. Joe wonders if people with the same names have the same intuition as twins. Reactions to OTA comments from Dotson, Moore, and Highsmith

42m
May 24