Emmys wrap-up w/Phil Rosenthal of the Chicago Tribune on today's show, complete w/Sofia Vergara controversy. Plus, eldest Dahl grandson Henry pops into the studio to share details about his first day of school. Beyonce & T.Swift's vocals are exposed.

Joliet Catholic Hall of Champions inductee Tom Thayer is humbled by the honor. The ceremony is this upcoming weekend, centered around the football game vs. Providence. MTV VMA recap w/Miley's homeless pal & Suge's shooting. Burger King goes tax dodging.

Steve & Janet spent the hours between 3am & 5am fighting a basement flood. They avoided arguing, which is a victory itself. Buzz Kilman laments missing the one night only theater showing of "Sharknado 2: The Second One", but loved it on the small screen.

Today's show features another edition of Hotel Hell, Janet and Steve arguing about dinner preparation & an escaped Indiana alligator. Brendan geeks out on baseball after seeing Jose Abreu play in person. FX begins its all-inclusive Simpsons marathon.

It's Guacamole Wednesday and we have a special guest: Joe brought Nutcase helmet rep Rich Delgado and his magic bag of helmets for the Dahlcast to try on! This was the final proof Steve needed to get a helmet and he looks pretty cool in it, we must admit!

Laurence Holmes couldn't be more excited about Jackie Robinson West's run in the LLWS. Steve can't get enough of the sportsmanship & camaraderie. The National Guard is in MO & Don Pardo passes away. A study confirms women are more promiscuous on vacation.

An old man drove his car into a pool in Steve's old neighborhood. Tom Thayer watched JRW in the LLWS & reacts to Dave Wannstedt's new TV gig. 'Big Shrimpin' fails to lure in Steve. The Air & Water Show is fogged up & WWE's Brock Lesnar wins a new belt.

Jackie Robinson West's dominant win in round one of the Little League World Series enthralled Steve. It reminded him of all the good things about baseball. Buzz Kilman's workout dedication proves second to none & Reese Witherspoon gets down in Italy.

Chet Coppock joins the Dahlcast to talk about his new book and the current state of sports radio. You're safe to assume he's not a big fan. Trouble continues in Ferguson, Missouri and the Hawks can 'The Stripper'. Steve & Janet dine at Hooters.

It's an action packed Guacamole Wednesday! Joe sold a bicycle to Robin Williams about 7 years ago. Guy knew his bikes. Brendan pegs Steve as a Lauren Bacall fan. Ice Bucket Challenges are issued & a record setting steer sells at the Illinois State Fair.