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Fred Wallin is a long-time local and national radio and TV sports talk host. With over 40 years on the air, he is a familiar voice from KABC’s Sportstalk in Los Angeles, CA, and has brought his ... more
FAQs about BLEAV Sports:How many episodes does BLEAV Sports have?The podcast currently has 124 episodes available.
May 22, 2022Looking Ahead to the NFL Draft 15:08 Fred prognosticates about the upcoming NFL draft with a look at the talented Drake London. Does he have a good chance of being an early pick? What’s up with Chip Kelly and the transfer portal? Who will be running the NCAA when Mark Emmert steps down, and where could Kyrie Irving be going?...more16minPlay
May 20, 2022Sports Announcers Ain’t What They Used to Be 17:48 Fred and Art lament the current dramatic shift of on-air sports announcing from the solo style of legends Vin Scully and Chick Hearn to an “everyone’s an expert” free-for-all. Is HBO's Winning Times doing the ‘80s Lakers justice? What do Cooper Kupp and Drake London have in Common? And how is 2022 shaping up for Cody Bellinger and the Dodgers? ...more18minPlay
May 17, 2022Roberts Pulls Kershaw After Seven Perfect Innings 15:46 Fred delves into the questions surrounding the latest happenings in baseball, basketball, and college sports. Why did Dave Roberts pull Clayton Kershaw so early in his first game of the season? Are critics underestimating the Dodgers, with four MVP hitters in their primary lineup? And which of Mick Cronin’s Bruins is making an early exit for the NBA?...more16minPlay
May 17, 2022Tiger's Back in Augusta 21:28 Fred and Art are thrilled that golfing legend Tiger Woods is playing in the Masters once more, reminding fans of his incredible talent and ability to overcome obstacles. Does he have a shot at winning the tournament? Why is Laker Anthony Davis injured, how did Mick Cronin’s decisions affect UCLA’s chances in the NCAA tourney, and what is the transfer portal doing to college sports?...more22minPlay
May 07, 2022Announcers Collect Big Money, But Do the Fans Follow? 20:05 Fred and Art compare the commentating styles of on-air personalities, pondering whether or not their contributions to sporting events merit the recent gigantic paydays. Do they bring in more viewers or detract from the quality of the broadcast? Is Mick Cronin of UCLA using his players to the team’s best advantage, when can we see LeBron James back on the court, and how will the newest Ram, Bobby Wagner, fare in LA after the astroturf of Seattle?...more21minPlay
May 06, 2022Amazon Welcomes Thursday Night Football Home 19:10 Fred and Art marvel over the new deal for the NFL’s Thursday Night Football franchise. How many billions (with a capital B) did Amazon Prime Video spend? UCLA is still in the NCAA tournament, the Lakers are squeaking by while the Clippers have a star-studded injured list, and the Rams may have put together one of the most formidable foursomes in football....more20minPlay
April 28, 2022Big Moves in the Sports World 13:47 Fred and Art discuss the shifting players in the NFL, MLB, and broadcasting arenas. Is former Ram Von Miller heading to colder climes? The Dodgers have a new first baseman in Freddie Freeman, but will some veteran players continue wearing Dodger Blue? More sports commentators are switching seats, and the college basketball tournament is heating up under coaches Mick Cronin and Tommy Lloyd. What’s ahead for their respective teams?...more14minPlay
March 17, 2022America’s Pastime is Back 16:09 Fred and Art are excited that baseball negotiations are over and the season will start on schedule. They aren’t too sure about some of the new rules and think that a lot still needs to be done to make things more fan-friendly. Did Rob Manfred base the decisions on money and not for the good of the game? The NFL is shuffling quarterbacks, so where are Russell Wilson and Carson Wentz heading next? ...more17minPlay
March 10, 2022Baseball Negotiations and Basketball Rivalries 21:46 Fred and Art wonder if the MLB is considering the legions of fans during the seemingly endless rounds of disagreements between the owners and players. Will fans even be able to afford games and then have to deal with a shorter season as well? There’s a new Laker in town, UCLA and USC face off as the NCAA basketball tournament draws near, and why aren’t the Rams checking out new talent at the Combine?...more22minPlay
March 02, 2022Familiar Faces in Different Places 11:23 Fred’s on his own this week as he looks into the latest happenings with LeBron James and the Lakers, Andy Enfield's possible departure from USC, and the network shuffle of football commentators Troy Aikman, Tony Romo, and Al Michaels. Who’s going where, and for how much? And can everyone in the MLB just get along so that the season can get rolling?...more12minPlay
FAQs about BLEAV Sports:How many episodes does BLEAV Sports have?The podcast currently has 124 episodes available.