Tony opens the show by talking about Torie's book podcast from the night before (Chatter On Books), and also about some useless stats from the NBA. Jason la Canfora of CBS Sports calls in to go around the NFL, and Nigel gives the news.  During Old Guy Radio, Tony talks about a disturbing development with his Amtrak status, and also (spoiler alert) about the ending of True Detective, and they close out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Dan Bern "Steroid Era" ; Brett Wiscons "Until I Think About You"
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"The Tony Kornheiser Show" (now available exclusively on-demand) is a topical, daily talk show that starts with sports and quickly moves into politics, current events, entertainment and, really, whatever happens to be on Tony’s mind that day. The format of the show—regular sit-in guests with familiar interviews and segments—highlights not only the unique perspective of Tony Kornheiser but also the expertise of his network of friends. Join one of the most recognizable and outspoken commentators of sports and entertainment (longtime radio host in Washington, DC and current co-host of ESPN's PTI) and enjoy original episodes published every weekday ‪starting September 6th.

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Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats game, the NBA playoffs, and also about potato chips. Chris Cillizza, who’s in studio, presents a few news stories for the gang and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.

Songs : The Jim Basnight Band “What I Wouldn’t Do” ; “I’ll Be There”
 
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“Free Ice Cream!”

Tony opens the show by talking about Nelly Korda winning her 5th straight tournament and he also talks about Scottie Scheffler’s dominance, and the Nats good weekend. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about what stood out to him from the first games of the NBA playoffs and he also weighs in on Nelly Korda and Scottie Scheffler. Pat Forde phones in to talk about Kentucky, John Calipari, and Duke, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.
Songs : Harpers “Asleep at the Wheel” ; “Give it a Little Time”
 
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“6’5” and 80”

Tony opens the show by talking about the Coyotes moving from Phoenix to Salt Lake City, and also about the ratings for the Masters vs the ratings for the NBA. Brian Windhorst calls in to talk about the play-in games, injuries, and Jontay Porter getting banned for life for gambling. Neil Greenberg calls in to preview the NHL playoffs, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.
Songs : Don Stewart “Barnyard Martians” ; “Your Love is Strong”
 
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“Because they can’t go nine”

Tony opens the show by talking about a harrowing drive over the Bay Bridge, and he also talks about the WNBA Draft. Tim Legler calls in to give his thoughts on the play-in games for the NBA Playoffs, Jeff Passan phones in to talk about Shohei Ohtani and where things stand with the investigation into his interpreters gambling and embezzlement scandal, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.
Songs : Intercontinen7al “Lipstick on Your Collar” ; “Small Ships” 
 
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“Riding with the pie!”

Tony opens the show by talking about his weekend at the beach, and he also talks with Michael about Scottie Scheffler winning his second Masters. Michael Wilbon calls in to give his thoughts on the Masters, Tiger Woods, and he also talks about the end of NBA regular season. Steve Sands phones in to talk some more about Scheffler’s win, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.
Songs : Haylee Slaughter “I Don’t Know Why” ; M Theory “Fiestaval”
 
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