The Geoff Calkins Show

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Weekdays 9am-11am on 92.9 ESPN - Geoff Calkins is currently the lead
columnist for /The Daily Memphian/ and -- after 17 years of entertaining and
challenging Memphians in print, on the radio and on TV -- a fixture in the
Memphis community.

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1379 episodes

Marc Gasol gets his flowers

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss his thoughts and reactions to the Marc Gasol documentary, draft prospects, and more from the NBA. Geoff also discusses the QB draft prospects comps for the top quarterbacks in this class. 

1h 0m
Apr 01, 2024
What do we make of the Final Four and the Tournament thus far

Geoff opens the show by discussing his thoughts and reactions to the Elite Eight games before then discussing his reactions to the Final Four and Tournament thus far. Also, Dan Devine joins the show to discuss his thoughts on Marc Gasol and the latest in the NBA. 

59m
Apr 01, 2024
Where does Marc Gasol rank in Grizzlies history?

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss the Marc Gasol documentary and more. Then, Geoff discusses his latest column on Joye Lee-McNelis and more headlines. 

59m
Mar 29, 2024
Can Penny Hardaway take any lessons from Elite Eight teams?

Geoff opens the show by discussing his reactions and thoughts on the Sweet 16 games from Thursday night and ponders whether there are lessons for Tiger basketball from the advancing teams. Also, Jason Smith joins the show to discuss tourney reactions and more.  

1h 0m
Mar 29, 2024
Chris Herrington discusses Brandon Clarke's return

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss his thoughts on Brandon Clarke's return and more from a spicy night in the NBA. Then, Kevin Cerrito hosts another round of Righter than Wright Trivia before Geoff discusses the two latest NFL Mock Drafts. 

1h 0m
Mar 28, 2024
How did Brandon Clarke look in his return?

Geoff opens the show by discussing his thoughts and impressions of Brandon Clarke's return to the floor. Then, he discusses the big day in sports, including the resumption of the NCAA Tournament, Caitlin Clark's big offer, and more.  

59m
Mar 28, 2024
Chris Herrington discusses the importance of Brandon Clarke's return

Chris Herrington joins the show in studio. He and Geoff discuss the significance of Brandon Clarke's return and more. Also, Sam Hardiman joins the show to discuss the status of FedExForum renovations and more civic news. 

1h 0m
Mar 27, 2024
Is Brandon Clarke's return important?

Geoff opens the show by discussing the return of Brandon Clarke and whether it's important to the Grizzlies. Also, he discusses the new kickoff rule. Then, he welcomes John Martin to the show to discuss John's level of optimism for the future of Tiger basketball. 

59m
Mar 27, 2024
What are the best remaining home games for the Grizzlies?

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss the Grizzlies and their remaining home schedule. Also, Charles Fishman joins the show to for another edition of Fish on Friday on Tuesday. 

1h 0m
Mar 26, 2024
Is Gabling Causing Problems in Sports?

Geoff opens the show by discussing the horrible tragedy in Baltimore before then discussing the latest stories in sports about gambling and whether it is a problem for sports. Also, he plays a game of Believe It or Not to discuss the new kickoff rule, Cal's future at UK, the Sweet 16 games, Shadeur Saunders and Travis Hunter's NFL future, and more. 

59m
Mar 26, 2024
Chris Herrington discusses the front court prospects in the Tournament

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the Grizzlies' weekend before then discussing his thoughts on the potential Grizzlies draft prospects. Also, Geoff the latest NFL news. 

1h 0m
Mar 25, 2024
Grading the First Weekend and the Memphis Site games

Geoff opens the show offering his thoughts on the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament before grading both the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament and the local games at the Memphis site. Also, they discuss potential draft prospects for the Grizzlies. Also, Dan Devine joins the show to discuss the latest in the NBA. 

59m
Mar 25, 2024
Geoff Takes Glee in Kentucky's First Round Exit

Geoff celebrates yet again another early exit for John Calipari and takes calls to hear how listeners feel. Also, Jason Smith joins the show as well. 

1h 0m
Mar 22, 2024
What are the big stories at the Memphis Regional Site?

Mark Giannotto joins the show live from FedExForum to discuss the big storylines from the Memphis site that will see action tomorrow before then discussing the Tournament action and Shohei Ohtani's fall guy. Jason Smith also joins the program to discuss what Memphis needs to do as a program to return to the Tournament next season. 

1h 0m
Mar 21, 2024
What are the early takes from the NCAA Tournament?

Jeffrey opens the show by offering his reaction to the early action of the Tournament and discusses what else he's watching the rest of the way. Also, Eric Hasseltine joins the show to discuss Draymond Green's antics and another big night from GG Jackson. 

1h 0m
Mar 21, 2024
What are the options in play for the next Grizzlies Center?

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss his reactions to the Grizzlies-Warriors game before then discussing his latest piece on the options at center for the Grizzlies next season. Also, Kevin Cerrito hosts another round of Righter than Wright Trivia. 

1h 0m
Mar 21, 2024
Is today the best sports day of the year?

Geoff opens the show discussing his thoughts and reactions from the Grizzlies' loss at Golden State before then discussing his thoughts on the beginning of the Tournament. Also, he plays a game of Believe It or Not to discuss the day's headlines. 

1h 0m
Mar 21, 2024
Ranking Ja Morant amongst young NBA guards

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss the latest with the Grizzlies before then discussing a mailbag question he received regarding Ja Morant's ranking within other NBA young guards. Also, Sam Hardiman joins the show to discuss the latest civic issues, including the funding of FedExForum renovations. 

1h 0m
Mar 20, 2024
Does the NCAA Tournament make us happy?

Geoff opens the show by offering his reaction to last night's disaster of a game in the First Four, which leads to a larger discussion about whether the NCAA Tournament needs adjustment. Also, John Martin joins the show to discuss his level of concern about the future of Memphis basketball.  

1h 0m
Mar 20, 2024
Where will the Grizzlies be picked in the West next season?

Geoff welcomes Chris Herrington to the show to discuss his thoughts on the Grizzlies' OT loss at Sacramento before then discussing possible draft picks and predictions for the Grizzlies for next season. Then, Charles Fishman joins the show for another edition of Fish on Friday on Tuesday. 

1h 0m
Mar 19, 2024
Geoff has optimism that both stadium projects will get done

Geoff opens the show by discussing why he has optimism that both Liberty Stadium and FedExForum will both get renovated before then discussing potential draft selections for the Grizzlies and the players that would excite the fanbase. Then, Geoff plays a game of Believe It or Not to discuss the NFL Draft and more headlines.

1h 0m
Mar 19, 2024
Would you rather have the Grizzlies' future or the Thunder's future?

Geoff welcomes Chris Herrington to the show to discuss Desmond Bane's return and the futures of both the Grizzlies and the Thunder. Then, Geoff discusses the biggest headlines from the NFL. 

1h 0m
Mar 18, 2024
Is there reason to believe that Penny Hardaway will get it done?

Geoff opens the show discussing his latest column about Memphis's absence from the NCAA Tournament field and whether there is real reason to believe that Penny Hardaway can get the job done. Also, Dan Devine joins the show to discuss whether he would prefer the Thunder's future or the Grizzlies'. 

1h 0m
Mar 18, 2024
Has OKC passed the Grizzlies?

Geoff welcomes Chris Herrington to the show to discuss the futures of OKC and New Orleans before continuing to take calls on the Tigers. 

1h 0m
Mar 15, 2024
What Up with Penny?

Geoff opens the show reacting to the end of a disappointing Tigers season by playing postgame audio and then discussing the big questions that surround Penny Hardaway's program. Also, he takes calls on the subject. 

1h 0m
Mar 15, 2024
Is Jalen Durren what the Grizzlies need?

Geoff welcomes Chris Herrington to the show to discuss if Jalen Durren would be possible to add to the Grizzlies and more. Also, Kevin Cerrito joins the show to host another round of Righter than Wright Trivia. 

1h 0m
Mar 14, 2024
How are fans feeling about the AAC Tournament

Geoff opens the show by discussing the mood of fans as the Tigers begin the AAC Tournament. Then, he plays a game of Believe It or Not with Jeffrey to discuss the headlines of the day. 

59m
Mar 14, 2024
What will the Grizzlies do at Center?

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss Grizzlies that will return from injury, Center options for next season, and more. Also, Sam Hardiman joins the show to discuss civic news. 

1h 0m
Mar 13, 2024
What should the Grizzlies do with their draft pick?

Geoff opens the show discussing what the Grizzlies might do with their draft pick considering the fact that they continue to win. Also, John Martin joins the show to discuss a health scare in his family and more. 

1h 0m
Mar 13, 2024
Chris Herrington and Fish on Friday on Tuesday

Chris Herrington joins the show to discuss his latest adventure in Nashville before then discussing the Grizzlies and NBA. Also, Charles Fishman joins the show for Fish on Friday on Tuesday. 

1h 0m
Mar 12, 2024