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Although Sports in the Waiting Room is definitely not the only sports talk podcast, host Chris Russo differentiates it by providing lenses of historical context and behind-the-scenes knowledge only a ... more
FAQs about Sports in the Waiting Room:How many episodes does Sports in the Waiting Room have?The podcast currently has 145 episodes available.
November 22, 2023Episode 115 - Turducken out of the Playoff PictureChris recaps the NFL week with more focus on each team’s upcoming schedule and how realistic their chances of reaching the playoffs (or earning the number 1 pick) are. He also breaks down the CFP picture entering rivalry week, early hot stove news, and a first for baseball MVP’s....more55minPlay
November 16, 2023Episode 114 - In Conversation With Dalton AllisonChris sits down with the Lustgarten Foundation’s senior coordinator of external and community relations - and his good friend - Dalton Allison. Their talk encapsulates how their time at Seton Hall University guided Dalton’s career serving the community, how Covid actually helped their friendship, and the current exploits of Dalton’s beloved New York Rangers....more38minPlay
November 08, 2023Episode 113 - Drought Breaking, Sign Stealing & Chair ThrowingChris breaks down the historic run by the Texas Rangers to their first world championship and makes picks for baseball’s awards season. He also discusses the week’s managerial hires. On the gridiron, Chris delves into Josh McDaniels’ firing, why the sign stealing scandal could be a black eye for more than just Michigan, and the complicated legacy of Bob Knight....more59minPlay
October 25, 2023Episode 112 - (Emphasis on Road) to the Fall ClassicChris breaks down the respective league championship series and questions a recurring theme regarding suspensions. He breaks down the WNBA Finals and the exceedingly impressive atmosphere of Barclays Center, and questions the standing of the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Chargers....more52minPlay
September 27, 2023Episode 111 - The One Person Who Can Take The NFL to New HeightsChris breaks down the Damian Lillard deal & an NFL week where a luxury box far overshadowed a game. He also discusses the legacy of Brooks Robinson & how Cory Schneider helped him through his first professional experience in an NHL dressing room....more1hPlay
September 20, 2023Episode 110 - Finding a Blank SpaceChris recaps a week two featuring a questionable non-call in Detroit, a potentially season-saving comeback in the desert, and a devastating injury in Pittsburgh. He also highlights the unnecessary fan violence prevalent off the field in the Dolphins-Patriots & Colorado State-Colorado games, shares his thoughts on the Mel Tucker & Mike Babcock situations, and finds joy in celebrations of Adam Wainwright and (on a grander scale) Roberto Clemente....more1hPlay
September 13, 2023Episode 109 - Don’t Give Up Hope YetChris reasons why the teams at MetLife Stadium might not be doomed, but also how the stadium itself must be changed. He recaps a Saturday featuring Texas’ revenge and Colorado’s continued success, goes over the Mets’ seemingly destined hire, and discusses the record victories of Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff....more59minPlay
September 06, 2023Episode 108 - The Conventional & the Far-OutChris predicts an NFL season with likely Super Bowl picks and an unorthodox MVP candidate. He highlights the life and career of Gil Brandt, brags about knowing Deion Sanders’ Buffaloes would succeed, and chronicles the Yankees’ youthful resurgence. He also breaks down the FIBA Tournament and Nebraska volleyball’s historic day....more59minPlay
August 30, 2023Episode 107 - The Star & The LanceThis week, Chris sits down to discuss the bevy of NFL players going on the PUP list, even if they are physically able to perform. He expands on why Dak Prescott has the league’s least job safety, why Josh Donaldson’s Yankee marriage was doomed from the start, the uplifting story of JoAnne Carner, and the new start for women’s hockey....more57minPlay
August 23, 2023Episode 106 - May DayChris discusses the historical aspect of Spain’s World Cup victory. He breaks down Julio Rodriguez’s record-setting week, James Harden’s potentially tone-deaf comments, and the legacy of Buffalo Sabres play-by-play broadcaster Rick Jeanneret....more51minPlay
FAQs about Sports in the Waiting Room:How many episodes does Sports in the Waiting Room have?The podcast currently has 145 episodes available.