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Braves baseball is heating up as Ted Turner’s passing sparks nostalgia and the 2026 season delivers early fireworks! Dave Garner and Will Cooper break down the Atlanta Braves’ hot start, Matt Olson’s MVP run, roster challenges, and upcoming tough tests while delivering hot sports takes on NHL/NBA playoffs, random Braves legends, high school baseball, and college football changes.\

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
02:03 Ted Turner Passing and Braves History  
06:06 NHL and NBA Playoffs Talk  
09:04 WNBA, Soccer, and Atlanta Traffic Rant  
17:27 Random Atlanta Braves Players  
23:54 Tomahawk Take: Braves Season Update  
25:10 Matt Olson MVP Run and Roster Analysis  
40:01 Olson vs Freddie Freeman Debate  
47:34 High School Baseball Playoffs  
51:00 Cooper Predictor Picks  
54:45 College Football Scheduling Changes  
57:02 Mount Rushmore Favorites

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Live from a rainy pub in Ellijay, GA, Dave Garner and Big John Davis deliver two hours of unfiltered sports talk, heartfelt grandparent stories, and local flavor. Matt Olson’s clutch heroics spark Braves debates, while Big John shares lifelong friendships, Gilmer County memories, and the upcoming John Davis Golf Classic. Special guests discuss high school hoops talent and the shifting college athletics landscape.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and On-Location Banter  
03:00 Big John on Grandkids and Family Life  
08:45 John Davis Golf Classic Details  
15:10 Braves Talk: Matt Olson Heroics  
28:00 College Football Scheduling Changes  
47:00 Memory Lane with Big John  
51:40 Patrick McVeigh on Recruiting and Local Hoops  
01:04:00 Zach Anderson Joins – Flag Football & Basketball  
01:25:00 Wrapping Up Braves Debate and Local Sports

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Catch the energy as Dave Garner and Billy D kick off a Rally Towel Tuesday with hilarious doctor visit stories, a wild Kentucky Derby recap, Braves heartbreak in Seattle, and a fiery debate over the Hawks' future. From Cam Young's golf heroics to restaurant inspection scores and building the Atlanta Falcons Mount Rushmore, this hour delivers non-stop sports banter and laughs.

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Chapters 
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
01:45 Doctor Visits and Getting Older  
03:10 Kentucky Derby Recap and Picks  
06:20 John Sterling Tribute and Broadcasters  
09:40 Golf Talk and Cam Young Win  
12:55 Atlanta Braves Loss Analysis  
18:20 Hawks Season Wrap and Quinn Snyder Debate  
25:40 Chiropractic Moment with Dr. Keith  
28:50 Restaurant Inspection Scores  
32:40 Falcons Mount Rushmore Discussion  
40:00 Winging It Wednesday Preview

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Big John welcomes his third grandbaby while recapping the thrilling Kentucky Derby win by the first female trainer — but NBC’s abrupt cutoff steals the spotlight! Dave Garner and Big John deliver their signature Monday Morning Rant: Braves hot streak, Chase Elliott’s Texas victory, NHL/NBA playoffs, a bold take on annoying sports commentators, and Mount Rushmore debates for the Falcons and Bills. Fun, football stories, and unfiltered sports talk at its finest.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
01:29 Big John’s New Grandbaby Celebration  
03:10 Kentucky Derby Recap and NBC Broadcast Flub  
06:31 Derby Betting Challenge Results  
09:06 Braves Weekend Sweep and Road Trip Preview  
15:25 Live Events and Show Announcements  
20:33 Braves Season Outlook and Small Ball  
25:29 NHL and NBA Playoffs Talk  
30:32 NASCAR: Chase Elliott Victory  
34:00 College Football NIL and Salary Cap Discussion  
44:47 Big John’s Bold Take: Sports Commentators  
55:07 Falcons and Bills Mount Rushmore Debate  
59:15 Closing and Upcoming Shows

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New grandson arrives after a whirlwind night—and the Atlanta Hawks deliver one of the most embarrassing playoff exits in recent memory. On this Friday Happy Hour edition of The Morning Rant, Dave Garner and Big John Davis celebrate family joy, hype the upcoming Bradley’s Bar & Grill live broadcast, announce the new Jasper Coca-Cola text line, and break down the Hawks’ 60-point collapse. John also drops a fiery bold take on SEC bias and conference strength. Plus, Braves talk, Kentucky Derby chatter, charity raffle details, and plenty of unfiltered sports banter.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
01:14 New Grandson Romeo Born in Raleigh  
02:54 John’s Health Update and Dr. Bowers Shoutout  
04:09 Bradley’s Bar & Grill Live Event on May 15th  
08:08 Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame  
10:54 New Jasper Coca-Cola Text Line Launch (866-888-0744)  
17:39 James Cook Returns to UGA for Degree & Athlete Money Management  
31:49 Show Download Stats and Community Growth  
36:00 Hawks 149-89 Playoff Embarrassment Rant  
43:00 Braves Talk and Series Recap  
46:18 Kentucky Derby Weekend Preview  
48:34 Big John Jersey Raffle for Charities  
50:52 Big John’s Bold Take: SEC Bias and Conference Strength  
57:13 Family Moment with New Son-in-Law Derek  
58:41 Wrap-Up and Weekend Send-Off

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Chaos on the court and clutch at the plate! Dave Garner and Billy D dive into the Hawks’ must-win Game 6 against the Knicks, Matt Olson’s walk-off heroics for the Braves, plus hot takes on March Madness expansion, sports betting dangers, restaurant inspection fails, and the Kentucky Derby.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
02:08 Camera Weight Lies and Golf Tournament Preview  
04:20 Cherokee County Sports Hall of Fame Induction  
06:39 Hawks Playoff Talk – Game 6 Must-Win Analysis  
11:07 Jalen Johnson, Trae Young & Team Future  
17:10 Hawks Game 6 Predictions and Strategy  
21:36 March Madness Expansion to 76 Teams  
23:53 Sports Betting, NIL & Gambling Addiction Risks  
30:19 Chiropractic Moment with Dr. Keith  
36:42 Braves Walk-Off Win with Matt Olson  
40:16 Restaurant Inspection Scores – The 50 Shocker  
46:22 Kentucky Derby Picks and Horse Racing Talk  
53:07 Music, David Allen Coe, and Final Thoughts

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Chaos kicks off instantly as Dave Garner and Big John Davis embrace the madness on Winging It Wednesday. From the Braves’ solid win and the Hawks’ brutal 29-point Game 5 loss, to the shocking NCAA March Madness expansion and growing gambling scandals in college sports, the duo delivers hot takes on officiating inconsistencies, NIL fallout, and Texas Tech’s QB seeking treatment. Big John shares heartfelt memories from high school graduation and heading to Georgia Tech, while debating fantasy football and classic rock vs. country. Buckle up for unfiltered sports talk, sponsor shoutouts, and pure midweek energy.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Morning Banter  
01:20 John’s Emory Orthopedic Visit and Recovery  
04:44 NCAA March Madness Expansion Debate  
09:00 College Sports Gambling Scandal and Texas Tech QB  
15:10 Green Heating & Cooling and Pub Sponsorships  
18:00 Officiating Inconsistencies in Sports  
21:00 Listener Text: NHL Officiating in Overtime  
27:00 Fantasy Football and Gambling Discussion  
32:00 Music Talk: Classic Rock, Country, and Gospel  
43:00 Hawks and Braves Game Recaps  
48:00 Atlanta Hockey Expansion Possibility  
54:00 Memory Lane with Big John: High School Graduation and Georgia Tech  
59:00 Show Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts

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Braves fans, buckle up—the Atlanta Braves are scorching hot as the first MLB team to 20 wins in 2026, boasting a massive run differential and elite pitching! Dave Garner and Will Cooper break down the red-hot start, key returns like Spencer Strider, standout performances from Matt Olson and Michael Harris, and the road ahead. Plus: NFL Draft reactions (Falcons picks & Ty Simpson to the Rams), James Pierce legal updates, Cherokee County Hall of Fame, high school baseball with North Cobb Christian coach Jimmy Keene, Hawks playoff hopes vs. the Knicks in Game 5, the Cooper Predictor betting tips, and fun rock band debates. Rally Towel Tuesday energy at its finest!

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
01:19 Weather Talk and Will’s California Trip  
02:37 Braves Recent Games and Tomahawk Take Preview  
04:57 Cherokee County Hall of Fame Inductions  
07:18 Show Analytics, Social Media, and Listener Shoutouts  
09:15 NFL Draft Reactions: Ty Simpson, Kayden Proctor, Falcons Picks  
13:27 James Pierce Legal Update and Falcons Implications  
15:14 Break and Commercials  
19:27 Tomahawk Take: Braves 20-9 Start, Pitching Depth, Key Returns  
24:37 Managing Injuries and Lineup Versatility  
29:46 High School Baseball Interview with North Cobb Christian Coach Jimmy Keene  
32:01 Hawks Playoff Outlook vs. Knicks in Game 5  
39:00 High School Sports Coverage Legacy  
40:50 Top 3 Rock Bands Debate: Eagles, Alice in Chains, Journey  
46:02 NASCAR Talladega Recap and Listener Engagement  
48:04 Live Remote Appearances and Upcoming Shows  
52:18 Hawks Series Analysis and On-Air Rivalry  
55:13 Cooper Predictor: Tennis and MLB Betting Picks  
58:31 Closing Thoughts and Tease for Tomorrow’s Show

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NFL Draft reactions heat up as the Morning Rant crew breaks down winners, losers, and the Falcons' "average" haul. Big John Davis shares his bold take on player arrogance, while David Collins delivers unfiltered grades. Plus, Sabres pride, Braves dominance, UFL buzz, and heartfelt stories on signing autographs for fans. Fast-paced sports talk with laughs and insight you don't want to miss!

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
01:45 NFL Draft Reactions with David Collins  
03:28 Winners and Losers: Jets, Cowboys, and Diego Pavia  
06:26 Falcons Draft Grade Debate: Terrell, Branch, and More  
11:49 Draft Insider Takeaways and Sean McVay Story  
15:07 Break and Commercials  
16:05 Keelan Rutledge Contract Talk and Rookie Pay Cuts  
19:35 College Stars Taking Pay Cuts in NFL  
22:09 Live Show at Bradley's Bar and Grill + Raffle Details  
28:10 John Davis Golf Classic Update  
29:41 Braves on a Tear: First to 20 Wins  
34:42 Hawks Playoff Series Talk  
38:50 UFL and International Football Discussion  
45:12 College Recruiting Changes and Transfer Portal  
49:58 Big John's Bold Take: The Honor of Signing Autographs  
57:55 Event Promotion and Closing Banter

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The 2025 NFL Draft delivered chaos, controversy, and some jaw-dropping picks — and the Morning Rant crew has all the hot takes. Dave Garner, Big John Davis, and draft insider David Collins break down the biggest surprises from Round 1, including Ty Simpson going 13th to the Rams and Georgia Tech's Keelan Rutledge landing with the Texans. From O-Line U to the Falcons' needs heading into Day 2, this is your unfiltered Friday breakdown of everything that went down in the draft.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Happy Hour Banter
00:57 NFL Draft Round 1 Recap Begins
02:28 Keelan Rutledge to the Texans — Georgia Tech’s O-Line U
03:29 Ty Simpson Surprise Pick to the LA Rams
05:18 GMs vs. Head Coaches — Who Really Runs the War Room?
06:47 Buffalo Bills Trade Moves and Fan Reactions
56:30 Player Autograph Stories and Fan Experiences
56:58 Falcons Draft Strategy for Rounds 2 and 3

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