The Donut Bag

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The Donut Bag is a weekly podcast about Pittsburgh sports and pop culture hosted by @joeybagovdonuts

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362 episodes

Episode 468 - Steelers Draft Talk

In this episode, I talk about the Steelers draft with Shane Hallam (@ShanePHallam, FakePigskin.com, SteelCityInsider.net). We discuss if they should take a running back or offensive line in the first round, which running back they should take in the first round, what they would get if they traded back, which running back they could get in a later round, if they'll draft Quinn Meinerz like all of the mock drafts suggest, who they could draft in the 3rd round, if the 49ers are really going to take Mac Jones with the 3rd overall pick, what the Falcons will do, which top 15 pick might fall in the first round, which defensive players they might take in the first round, and more!

30m
Apr 21, 2021
Episode 467 - Pittsburgh Sports Talk with Adam Crowley

In this episode, I talk about all things Pittsburgh sports with Adam Crowley (@_adamcrowley). We talk about the extra inning rule, problems with baseball, should the Steelers take a running back in the first round, whether the offensive line will be better than last year, what they'll do at quarterback after Ben retires, whether Tomlin or Colbert will be with the Steelers if Ben retires, if the Penguins will falter in the playoffs again, whether they'll play poorly when the injured players return, how they'd do against each team in the East and other divisions, and much more!

46m
Apr 20, 2021
Episode 466 - Penguins Talk With Josh Yohe

n this episode, I talk all things Pens with Josh Yohe from The Athletic (@JoshYohe_PGH). We talk about how surprising it is that they might be a Cup contender, what the lines could look like "if everyone is healthy", how Hextall & Burke have been patient, how the remaining schedule favors the Penguins, why Mike Sullivan has done such a great job this season, whether they'll play worse when everyone comes back, whether Malkin will take some time to get back in form, how Jeff Carter could be with the Pens, if players are sick of playing the same teams every all the time, if the Rangers can catch the Bruins for 4th place in the East, if 'The Save' was the best individual play in Pens history, and more!

46m
Apr 14, 2021
Episode 465 - WrestleMania 37 Recap

n this episode, I recap WrestleMania 37 and talk WWE in general with Nubyas Willborn (Post-Gazette, @nwilborn19) and Dean Iampietro (WPXI, @iamdean16). We give our overall impressions of WrestleMania, whether The Fiend character has been ruined, how good the Sasha-Bianca match was, how 2 stars were made in Bianca Belair & Rhea Ripley, whether Sasha is one of the best women wrestlers, how good Bad Bunny's match was, the Roman Reigns match, Omos' debut, Hulk Hogan, and much more!

53m
Apr 14, 2021
Episode 464 - NHL Trade Deadline Talk

In this episode, I discuss the NHL trade deadline with Ashley Wright (@ashferddd) & Jennifer Chefero (@ShootwAuthority). We discuss the major trades, if Taylor Hall will succeed with the Bruins, if the Penguins being quiet at the trade deadline is a good thing, whether Jeff Carter will fit in well with the Penguins, whether the Pens are Cup contenders, and more!

41m
Apr 13, 2021
Episode 463 - WrestleMania Preview

In this episode, I preview WrestleMania and talk WWE in general with Nubyas Willborn (Post-Gazette, @nwilborn19) and Dean Iampietro (WPXI, @iamdean16). We talk about the matches we're looking forward to seeing, how they should handle Omos, problems with WWE booking, predictions on who will win, how things will be different in front of a large live crowd again, and much more!

48m
Apr 09, 2021
Episode 462 - The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Talk

In this episode, I talk all things on The Falcon and The Winter Soldier with Pam Bruchwalski (@pamelaB1031). We discuss how closely the show will follow the comics, if it's been moving too slowly, what we would like to see in the show, how the tv series are better than the movies, how this series is so different than WandaVision, predictions on what happens with the characters, and much more!

45m
Apr 08, 2021
Episode 461- Steelers Talk With Nick Farabaugh

In this episode, I talk all things Steelers with Nick Farabaugh (Pittsburgh Sports Now, @FarabaughFB). We talk about how Chuks Okorafor needs to improve this season, what their biggest needs are in the draft, if Caleb Farley could fall to the Steelers, why Zaven Collins probably won't be drafted in the first found by the Steelers, if they might take linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah in the first round, if Justin Fields is the 2nd best quarterback in the draft, if they could trade back in the 1st round to take Creed Humphrey, if Tommy Tremble is a Steelers kind of tight end, if they could take Asante Samuel, Jr in the 2nd round, if Robert Hainsey is a good candidate to take in the middle of the draft, the importance of the short shuttle in draft evaluations, whose draft stock has risen from the pro days, and more!

36m
Apr 07, 2021
Episode 460 - Penguins Talk With Angie Carducci

In this episode, I talk about the latest on the Penguins with Angie Carducci (Inside Hockey, @acarducci). We talk about how excellent they've been the past month, why they've been so good lately, what's going to happen when the injured players return, what they'll do at the trade deadline, if the people they trade for will fit in with what Sullivan does, if they've learned from the past and adjusted their game, why Kris Letang has been playing better lately, and much more!

28m
Apr 06, 2021
Episode 459 - Steelers Offseason Update

In this episode, I talk about the latest news on the Steelers with LeeAnn Lowman (@HollywoodLowman, burghsportsunited.wordpress.com) and Allison Koehler (@SteelersWireAK, Steelers Wire & thegameday.com). We talk about how important Tyson Alualu coming back is, who else might be coming back, why free agents don't do well with their new teams, the signing of Kalen Ballage, which running back they might get in the draft, if they'll take a defensive player in the 1st round, if they should trade for Sam Darnold, the problems they'll have drafting a good quarterback in the future, if Dwayne Haskins might do better with the Steelers, and more!

42m
Apr 01, 2021
Episode 458 - Steelers Talk With Joe Rutter

n this episode, I talk about the latest going on with the Steelers with Steelers beat reporter Joe Rutter (@tribjoerutter) from Triblive.com. We discuss the Steven Nelson being cut, what prompted it, who will replace Nelson, if they'll have to draft a cornerback early in the draft now, if they'll add more free agents now, if they'll view draft-eligible players that opted out of the previous season differently, if more players will return like JuJu did, if Chris Wormley can replace Tyson Alualu, if JuJu will be used differently this season, if they can create more cap space, if JuJu's signing and Nelson getting permission to seek a trade were related, why Nelson got cut now, and more!

29m
Mar 24, 2021
Episode 457 - Penguins Update

In this episode, I discuss the latest on the Penguins with Jennifer Chefero (@ShootwAuthority). We talk about how injuries have weakened the team, how playing 5 games in 7 days was too much, how important chemistry is in a line, whether Pettersson will be traded or GM Ron Hextall will make any moves at the trade deadline, the Pens chances against the other East Division teams in the playoffs, how the front office will view this season, if the Pens get injured more than other teams,how they might do in the playoffs, who they might give up in the expansion draft, and more!

46m
Mar 23, 2021
Episode 456 - NFL Offseason Update

In this episode, I review the latest in the NFL offseason with Angelina (@BillsBabe716). We discuss the Bills offseason, the Patriots spending spree, whether all the free agent spending will work, the bad offseason the Bears are having, who we want in the draft, what moves might still be made, and JuJu Smith-Schuster re-signing with the Steelers!

22m
Mar 20, 2021
Episode 455 - Fast Food Rankings

In this episode, I talk all things fast food with Ashley & Emily. We discuss who has the best fast food breakfast, fries, chicken nuggets, chicken sandwiches, burgers, shakes, and more!

45m
Mar 18, 2021
Episode 454 - Steelers Offseason Update

In this episode, I talk about the Steelers offseason with Shane Hallam (@ShanePHallam, FakePigskin.com, SteelCityInsider.net). We discuss the moves they've made and the players they've lost so far in the offseason, whether there were any surprises, how they're going to replace the players they lost, if their draft strategy has changed because of the moves so far, how the offensive line will look, how important the pro days are, what positions the draft is deep in, who they might take in the first round, what kind of players they might be looking for in a Matt Canada offense, and much more!

30m
Mar 18, 2021
Episode 453 - Oscars Preview

In this episode, I discuss the Oscar nominations with Mr.Flixx (@MrFlixx). We talk about how the rules for this year's Oscars changed because of the pandemic, how some of our movie viewing habits may have changed permanently, how Netflix and Amazon are major players in movie making, why there could be many movies coming out soon because they were delayed, who should win, and more!

47m
Mar 17, 2021
Episode 452 - Penguins Talk With Angie Carducci

In this episode, I talk about the latest on the Penguins with Angie Carducci (Inside Hockey, @acarducci). We talk about how bad the Sabres have been, why the Pens been better lately, what Brian Dumoulin's return has meant for the team, Malkin's excellent play lately, why they need to improve the 4th line, how Bryan Rust's game has evolved, how Kasperi Kapanen has responded so well after being benched, and much more!

34m
Mar 16, 2021
Episode 451 - Steelers Free Agency Preview + Penguins + Pandemic Anniversary

In this episode, I preview the free agency period for the Steelers with LeeAnn Lowman (@HollywoodLowman, https://burghsportsunited.wordpress.com/). We discuss Bud Dupree not coming back, whether JuJu will come back, whether there will be a 'salary apocalypse' of many players getting cut, which free agents will be gone and which will come back, which running back they should draft, if they'll draft a linebacker early, whether many players will be forced to take pay cuts to stay on the team and the Dak Prescott contract. On the Penguins, we discuss our hatred of Tom Wilson, the pros and cons of playing the same teams in the division all season, and our memories of a year ago when the pandemic started.

45m
Mar 11, 2021
Episode 450 - Steelers Talk With Nick Farabaugh

In this episode, I talk all things Steelers with Nick Farabaugh (Pittsburgh Sports Now, @FarabaughFB). We talk about who might be a surprise cut on the Steelers, who might be forced to renegotiate or get a contract extension, who they might draft early in the draft at middle linebacker, what their options are for either drafting a center or getting a center in free agency, if they might keep JuJu, what kinds of players they might target in a Matt Canada offense, if they should draft Javonte Williams, what other running backs they could draft, if they should trade up to draft Christian Darrisaw, and the Dak Prescott signing.

37m
Mar 10, 2021
Episode 449 - WandaVision Finale Talk With Chris Carter & Joshua Axelrod

In this episode, I discuss the WandaVision Finale with Chris Carter from DK Pittsburgh Sports & Locked on Steelers Podcast (@CarterCritiques) and Joshua Alexrod from Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (@jaxel222). We discuss if the finale was a disappointment because of all the red herrings, if we're conditioned to always look at the bigger picture in a MCU show or movie, what could happen in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, everything that happened in the finale and what it means for future MCU projects, and much more!

46m
Mar 09, 2021
Episode 448 - Wrestling Talk With Josh Taylor

In this episode, I talk about the latest in wrestling with Josh Taylor (@JoshTaylorHD) from KDKA-TV. We talk about The Miz winning the WWE championship, a Bobby Lashley-Drew McIntire matchup at WrestleMania, how good a Bianca Belair vs. Sasha Banks will be, how underused Cesaro is, the Exploding Barbed Wire Death Match, how Jon Moxley took a chance in his career, the importance of his appearance on Chris Jericho's podcast, how WWE needs to listen to the fans and wrestlers more, how great Rey Fenix has wrestled lately, how Lance Archer is being misused, Britt Baker having good matches, how the women's division in AEW has gotten better, how Raquel González is becoming a star, and more!

39m
Mar 04, 2021
Episode 447 - Penguins & Steelers Talk With Josh Taylor

In this episode, I talk about the latest with the Steelers & Penguins with Josh Taylor (@JoshTaylorHD) from KDKA-TV. Are the Penguins in trouble? Is Malkin going to get better? We talk about the difficulties an athlete faces during the pandemic (especially college athletes) and how the Penguins could get worn down because of the schedule. With the Steelers, are we facing a salary apocalypse where many players get cut so that teams fit under the salary cap? We discuss which free agents will be gone, how different this team will be next season, who they might get in the draft, the national draft experts, and more!

49m
Mar 03, 2021
Episode 446 - Are the Penguins in Trouble?

In this episode, I discuss if the Penguins are in danger or not making the playoffs with Ashley Wright (@ashferddd) & Jennifer Chefero (@ShootwAuthority). We discuss what's wrong with Evgeny Malkin, whether they'll be too tired because of the schedule, what's coming up this month in the schedule, how much they miss Patric Hörnqvist, how they lack toughness, why the power play is so bad, Mike Sullivan's job security, and more!

42m
Mar 02, 2021
Episode 445 - WandaVision Episode 8 Recap **WARNING: SPOILERS**

In this episode, I discuss WandaVision Episode 8 with Cody Kohlman from the Back To The Burgh Podcast (@Kohlman_Ent). We shared our thoughts on the episode in general, recap the episode, discuss what would happen in the finale, discuss theories, and much more!

45m
Feb 26, 2021
Episode 444 - Steelers Talk With Joe Rutter

In this episode, I talk about the latest going on with the Steelers with Steelers beat reporter Joe Rutter (@tribjoerutter) from Triblive.com. We talk about how the NFL offseason is always eventful, the talk about what the Steelers will do with Ben Roethlisberger, what they would do at quarterback if the Ben doesn't come back, what they'll do to improve the running game, what they might do in the draft, what other contracts they can restructure, how the draft process will be different this year, how players that opted out of the season might be treated differently, what will happen next in the offseason, JJ Watt, and more!

27m
Feb 24, 2021
Episode 443 - Penguins Talk With Angie Carducci

In this episode, I talk about the latest on the Penguins with Angie Carducci (Inside Hockey, @acarducci). We talk about how the team has done better since hiring Ron Hextall and Brian Burke, Sidney Crosby's 1000th game, how lucky Penguins fans have been to see him play for so long, Malkin's struggles, Tristan Jarry's great play lately, the improved play of Mike Matheson and the defense, who could come out of the lineup when Brian Dumoulin returns, what they can do about the fourth line, the upcoming schedule and the craziness of the outdoor game.

41m
Feb 23, 2021
Episode 442 - Tomlin Debate/Steelers Talk w/Matt Light & Chris Carter Part 3

In this episode, I conclude my discussion on whether Mike Tomlin should remain the coach of the Steelers with Chris Carter from Locked on Steelers Podcast (@CarterCritiques) and comedian Matt Light (@MattLight). We talk about the uncertainty of the offseason, how long Tomlin remain the coach of the Steelers, where JJ Watt will end up, a what-if scenario of "what if the Steelers drafted Lamar Jackson", what they need to do to be successful in 2021, will Ben listen to Matt Canada, and more!

47m
Feb 19, 2021
Episode 441 - Tomlin Debate/Steelers Talk w/Matt Light & Chris Carter Part 2

In this episode, I have a discussion on whether Mike Tomlin should remain the coach of the Steelers with Chris Carter from Locked on Steelers Podcast (@CarterCritiques) and comedian Matt Light (@MattLight). We talk about if Mike Tomlin has gotten stale, why they're so bad at drafting cornerbacks, what will happen if Ben stays or retires, who they should get in the draft, should they get a free agent running back, how long Tomlin will be the coach of the Steelers & the Super Bowl.

34m
Feb 18, 2021
Episode 440 - Tomlin Debate w/Matt Light & Chris Carter Part 1

In this episode, I have a discussion on whether Mike Tomlin should remain the coach of the Steelers with Chris Carter from Locked on Steelers Podcast (@CarterCritiques) and comedian Matt Light (@MattLight). We make arguments for why he should stay or go, what happened in 2020, what would cause him to be fired, how much influence he does have in the organization, if he's lost control of the locker room, and more!

56m
Feb 17, 2021
Episode 439 - Star Wars Talk With Chris Carter & Joshua Axelrod

In this episode, I talk about all things Star Wars with Chris Carter from DK Pittsburgh Sports & Locked on Steelers Podcast (@CarterCritiques) and Joshua Alexrod from Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (@jaxel222). How do we view the sequel trilogy now that there's been some time since they've been released? If The Last Jedi was better than Rise of Skywalker, the problems with the sequel trilogy, we rank the movies, discuss how the success of The Mandalorian has changed the franchise, the future of Ahsoka, Boba Fett and Grogu.

49m
Feb 12, 2021