The Chatter

The Chatter

Where sports and comedy collide for a whole bunch of chatter. Join two Cincinnati natives for their spin on the week’s biggest hits. Chuck is a longtime sportscaster and brings his behind-the-scenes knowledge to the show, but sets aside his Big J status to cut it loose with his childhood friend and comedian ”Houdini.” The show weaves in entertaining guests from the sports, comedy, and entertainment world. Provide entertainment to your weekdays by subscribing to ”The Chatter”

Episodes

April 22, 2025 43 mins

Dive into the world of pop culture and sports with Chuck and Houdini as they return from an eight-month hiatus. They tackle the buzz around Billy McFarland's Fyre Fest 2, questioning if history will repeat itself. The duo also explores the rise of Costco influencers like AJ and Big Justice, the emergence of quicksand, and the Chicken Jockey trend.

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After a month long hiatus, Houdini takes the reigns with chuck out on sabbatical. He discusses all things Olympics as well as a few personal updates

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NFL veteran QB Josh Johnson joins Chuck and Houdini on the program. 

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Chuck and Houdini give their spin on the week's biggest hits. 

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On today's show, Chuck and Houdini revisit the worst NBA take in human history, discuss why JJ Redick is the wrong coach taking heat, and whether Bronny James to the Lakers would frustrate the two. 

In the debut segment of 'Random Question Of The Day' the two decide which hypothetical Squid Game of their choice they would choose, and feel confident in winning.

Rapper, actor, and founder of BIG 3, Ice Cube joins the show to discuss ...

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June 19, 2024 38 mins

Chuck and Houdini discuss the Celtics winning the NBA Finals, Joey Chestnut being banned from this year's Nathan's Hot Dog contest, the toughest part about being adults without children, and debate whether Chuck's neighbor needs to be sent away. 

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Chuck and Houdini discuss all things from the NBA Playoffs to the Red Lobster going bankrupt. The two each have found the NHL team they're rooting for, and Chuck gives the update on his 0-4 softball team that's yet to complete a game, due to the run rule.

Plus, Fitness Trainer and personality Alan Filauro joins the show to spread some knowledge on the fitness industry. You will come out a fitter human after the conversation!

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Chuck and Houdini bring you the news that will make you wiser around the water cooler.

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Chuck and Houdini breakdown the new Southern craze, "Phantom Ubers", discuss why moving is the worst thing on Planet Earth, and give their picks for the NBA Conference Finals.

The Real News Network features a fugitive who escaped authorities for five days on a tractor.

Pro golfer Andrew Dorn joins the show and discusses what his jail cell warmup would be, gives his take on whether Scottie Scheffler can be one of the greatest ever, ...

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Chuck and Houdini give the easy solution to fix the failed Dublin/New York portal.

Chuck's Free Agency in softball puts him on the worst team in America. Plus, Houdini gives his take on sportsmanship as a grown man in a recreation league.

Are the two on the train with getting to the airport 2+ hours before a flight. 

Plus, NHL sharp and Cincy native Cody Pucks joins the show and talks about his signature helmet, his multi-unit bomb...

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Chuck and Houdini touch on a wide variety of pressing subjects, including Dave and Buster's announcing gambling on arcade games, splinter season, the dizzy bat, and chipotle hot sauce. 

Mo Egger of ESPN 1530 and 700 WLW joins the show to add a Cincinnati sports conversation to the above topics, and other miscellaneous shenanigans. The full hour-long conversation with Mo can be heard of Chatterbox Bearcats wherever you listen to you...

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On Today's Show: Jason Kelce’s Super Bowl ring currently sits in the Cincinnati Rumpke dump, in a stunning development NBA player Jontay Porter is banned for life, John Brannen the painter, and are we on the train with WWE?

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Chuck and Houdini give their spin on the week's biggest hits.

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Chuck and Houdini discuss why they refuse to take chalk in March and consistently have the worst NCAA Tournament brackets on planet Earth. A full recap of the opening weekend of March Madness, and who the fellas are taking in the upcoming weekend games.

The two take a deep dive into squatters, and why this issue has some homeowners baffled why they no longer currently own their home.

How the social media algorithm went from feeding...

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Nate Ryan of CBS joins the show to break down who you should be taking in the NCAA tournament, and why!

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March 18, 2024 33 mins

Chuck and Houdini break down the 2024 NCAA Tournament bracket.

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Chuck and Houdini tell the listeners how they can budget their funds with March Madness, and unlimited games to gamble on around the corner. Why the word discipline needs to be practiced more than it's preached in sports betting.

Are the two 'On The Train' with the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight? Plus, a deep dive into shrinkflation, and why Cookie Monster has entered the chat.

The Real News Network (RNN) features the lifetime Big ...

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Chuck and Houdini are back after a three-week ban from podcasting due to a despicable MySpace Top 5 Foods You Could Eat Forever.

The two introduce "Ken Pom's Secret Sauce", and why you should only be picking one of five teams to win the national title. Plus, why a Marquette senior compliance person has done no favors for one of their star players?

A Willy Wonka immersive experience ended with the cops being called, with the setting...

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Chuck and Houdini react to some of the most ridiculous stories of the week. 49ers QB Brock Purdy was asked an extremely bizarre question at Super Bowl media days, the Applebees date night passes are selling like boneless wings, and does Zach Edey smoke mids?

The Real News Network (RNN) features two stories out of the state of Ohio. Law enforcement(s) got involved in an ice heist, and a man called it quit...

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The Chatter takes a look back at one of the coldest takes of the decade, which just so happened to come on this show. 

'Houdini's Hump Day Hits' returns with a college basketball analyst wanting to cancel a great tradition, and the Chatter's insider straight from a hot dog stand in Morgantown has an update on Bob Huggins's next stop in college.

New York Knicks point guard Miles "Deuce" McBride joins the show. The WVU alum talks abo...

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