Dukes & Bell

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Typical duration
38 min
per episode
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5%
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Dukes & Bell episodes

July 22 Braves struggling to 'cover their warts' as inconsistency continues
Carl and Mike get into some Braves talk as they discuss they latest injury issues and players still struggling to produce offensively on a consistent basis and share their thoughts whether or not the team is really good enough to win a championship this season and agree that no players should be off limits in regards to who they may need to cut bait with if there is an opportunity to improve the roster with different players.
14 min
July 21 7-21-26 Full Show
The full 7-21-26 Dukes and Bell
2 hr 39 min
July 21 Hr1 - Smart Backs Bobo; Abe and Mike Debate Braves Trade Needs
In the first hour of today's show, Abe and Mike analyze Kirby Smart’s firm defense of Mike Bobo during SEC Media Days and the conference's stance against the Big Ten on Dukes and Bell. They welcome Tony Gwynn Jr. to break down the stagnant MLB trade deadline and the Atlanta Braves' pitching concerns. The discussion concludes with thoughts on Trae Young's social media activity and the latest layoffs at ESPN.
(00:01:50) Braves and SEC Intro
(00:07:44) SEC Power Shift Discussion
(00:10:33) Kirby Defends Mike Bobo
(00:17:50) Tony Gwynn Jr. Interview
(00:24:58) NL MVP Race Talk
(00:31:07) Braves Pitching Market Debate
(00:39:57) Trae Young Hawks Drama
(00:44:05) ESPN Media Industry Layoffs
42 min
July 21 Hr2 - Abe and Mike on Kirby Smart’s SEC Power Play; Hard Knocks Fatigue
In the 2nd hour of today's show, Mike and Abe analyze Kirby Smart's support for Greg Sankey's suggestion that the SEC could operate independently, examining the ongoing power struggle with the Big Ten. They also critique the current state of ESPN's SportsCenter and discuss why Hard Knocks has lost its raw appeal due to team editorial control. Additionally, Day Day shares stories from his recent Orlando vacation, including a run-in with Georgia's Super Speeder laws.
01:50 - ESPN SportsCenter Decline
06:14 - Hard Knocks Critique
15:10 - Falcons Schedule Analysis
18:43 - SEC Independence Debate
24:22 - TV Network Influence
31:54 - Day Day Orlando Trip
37:40 - Super Speeder Ticket
40:58 - Marvel Doomsday Trailer
41 min
July 21 Hr3 - Kirby Smart Compares Georgia Football to the Oklahoma City Thunder
In the 3rd hour of today's show, Connor Riley joins Dukes and Bell to analyze Kirby Smart’s defensive stance on offensive coordinator Mike Bobo and the current state of Georgia’s wide receiver room. They shift focus to the Falcons' roster, identifying Kaden Elliss and Mason Smith as key breakout candidates for the upcoming season. The conversation also covers the significant talent departures at ESPN and a lighthearted ranking of preferred ways to pass away.
01:50 - SEC And NCAA Future
04:45 - Kirby Defends Mike Bobo
08:15 - Georgia Wide Receiver Depth
11:37 - Shane Beamer On Gamecocks
18:53 - Falcons Defensive Breakout Names
24:05 - Madrid Trip Logistics
30:41 - ESPN Layoffs And Media
40:16 - MLB Umpire Controversy
43:15 - Ranking Ways To Die
41 min
July 21 Hr4 - Kirby Smart Shuts Down Mike Bobo Critics at SEC Media Days
In the final hour of today's show, Mike and Abe discuss the Atlanta Falcons' roster potential and the quarterback dynamic between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. They are joined by Grant McAuley to analyze the Atlanta Braves' bullpen and roster adjustments, while also covering Kirby Smart's firm defense of Mike Bobo during SEC Media Days. They conclude with a critique of the NCAA's new targeting rules and the shifting culture of sports broadcasting at ESPN.
01:59 - Falcons Talent Evaluation
04:50 - Zachariah Branch Potential
08:15 - Quarterback Playing Time Debate
13:33 - Grant McAuley Interview
21:18 - Braves Roster
26:55 - Kirby Smart Defends Bobo
31:25 - Georgia Wide Receiver Room
35:05 - SEC Scheduling and Rivalries
36:40 - NCAA Rule Changes
38:50 - ESPN Media Landscape
37 min
July 21 Is Kirby Smart 'too close to it' in support of Mike Bobo's success as Georgia OC
Mike and Abe close out the show with final thoughts Kirby Smart's comments in which he says Georgia has the right offensive coordinator in Mike Bobo and discuss whether or not Smart has too much faith in Bobo as he makes his case for the success the Bulldogs have had with Bobo calling the shots.
15 min
July 21 Braves in 'great place if Austin Riley keeps stacking good plate appearances'
Mike and Abe are joined by Grant McAuley as they discuss the latest on the Braves and around MLB.
11 min
July 21 Falcons 'always had the talent' but poor quarterback play
Mike and Abe get into some Falcons talk as they share some thoughts on players they believe can help the team at least reach 10 wins and as they discuss, debate if the team as lacked the talent to have winning seasons, which Abe makes his case for why he believes the biggest challenge has been poor quarterback play.
10 min
July 21 Falcons need to see the 'most impactful jump' from Jalon Walker
Mike and Abe get into some Falcons talk as they share thoughts on Daniel Flick's article in which he discussed five players who should have a breakout season and as they discuss, Mike makes his case for why he believes Jalon Walker has to be the one to have the most impactful jump, especially do to the fact there is still no clearity in regards to whether or not James Pearce Jr. will be available to start the season or for the season at all.
13 min

About Dukes & Bell

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Dukes & Bell, Atlanta's No. 1 sports talk radio show, brings you daily insight and analysis into sports local and beyond you can only get from the captivating combo of Carl Dukes and Mike Bell.…