http://www.odeo.com/channels/2109816-From-the-Bleachers no GameSpot and SportsGamer editors come together with pointed insight and blind team loyalty in our weekly sports gaming podcast! GameSpot and SportsGamer editors come together with pointed insight and blind team loyalty in our weekly sports gaming podcast! GameSpot and SportsGamer editors come together with pointed insight and blind team loyalty in our weekly sports gaming podcast! en-us 40 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0800 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0800 2007 CNET Networks, Inc. Video Games http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23727520-From-the-Bleachers-12-08-08 Ahh, the season of giving. This week on FtB, the crew discuss EA giving us more big-head Wii games, Midway giving us TNA Impact! 2, someone giving us a Michael Phelps video game, and Gran Turismo 5 for Xmas... 2009. Aaron returns from sabbatical to explain why "sloppy seconds" aren't bad, Brian's call for a course creator in Tiger is finally heard (just not by EA), and Shanker explains the aerodynamics of his 56mph fastball. As always, Fred breaks down the news from across the sports gaming community, we share your emails and phone calls, and try to finish off 2008 with some correct picks for a change. Ahh, the season of giving. This week on FtB, the crew discuss EA giving us more big-head Wii games, Midway giving us TNA Impact! 2, someone giving us a Michael Phelps video game, and Gran Turismo 5 for Xmas... 2009. Aaron returns from sabbatical to explain why "sloppy seconds" aren't bad, Brian's call for a course creator in Tiger is finally heard (just not by EA), and Shanker explains the aerodynamics of his 56mph fastball. As always, Fred breaks down the news from across the sports gaming community, we share your emails and phone calls, and try to finish off 2008 with some correct picks for a change. Ahh, the season of giving. This week on FtB, the crew discuss EA giving us more big-head Wii games, Midway giving us TNA Impact! 2, someone giving us a Michael Phelps video game, and Gran Turismo 5 for Xmas... 2009. Aaron returns from sabbatical to explain why "sloppy seconds" aren't bad, Brian's call for a course creator in Tiger is finally heard (just not by EA), and Shanker explains the aerodynamics of his 56mph fastball. As always, Fred breaks down the news from across the sports gaming community, we share your emails and phone calls, and try to finish off 2008 with some correct picks for a change. tag:odeo.com,2008-12-08,23727520 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0800 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23692768-From-the-Bleachers-12-01-08 In this week's episode the FtB crew weigh in on the pseudo "plus 1" game in the BCS, highlight NCAA coaches on the hotseat, and revisit the ongoing saga of NFL players gone brain-dead. Jon Miller once again fills in for the absent Aaron Thomas to reminisce on the year in sports gaming. Shanker stresses the importance of protecting one's bling, Brain accuses the LA Times of bad journalism, and Fred predicts the second coming of... Kobe? Calls, picks, and email... you know the routine. In this week's episode the FtB crew weigh in on the pseudo "plus 1" game in the BCS, highlight NCAA coaches on the hotseat, and revisit the ongoing saga of NFL players gone brain-dead. Jon Miller once again fills in for the absent Aaron Thomas to reminisce on the year in sports gaming. Shanker stresses the importance of protecting one's bling, Brain accuses the LA Times of bad journalism, and Fred predicts the second coming of... Kobe? Calls, picks, and email... you know the routine. In this week's episode the FtB crew weigh in on the pseudo "plus 1" game in the BCS, highlight NCAA coaches on the hotseat, and revisit the ongoing saga of NFL players gone brain-dead. Jon Miller once again fills in for the absent Aaron Thomas to reminisce on the year in sports gaming. Shanker stresses the importance of protecting one's bling, Brain accuses the LA Times of bad journalism, and Fred predicts the second coming of... Kobe? Calls, picks, and email... you know the routine. tag:odeo.com,2008-12-01,23692768 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0800 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23665874-From-the-Bleachers-11-24-08 This week on FtB the crew explore the validity of EA price cuts in 2009, appraise the value of sports licenses, and shed tears over FOX?s loss of the BCS. With Aaron off shuffleboarding in the Caribbean, GameSpot?s Jon Miller steps in to provide his impressions on Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff, Brian theorizes the motive behind the Baja cover scandal, and Shanker makes the case for why prostitution may be the newest event in the 2012 Olympics. Fred breaks down news from across the sports gaming community including his take on the UFC?s hard-nosed brand of contract negotiation. Your emails, our picks, and Mom?s turkey to get you primed for Thanksgiving. Bon Appetit. This week on FtB the crew explore the validity of EA price cuts in 2009, appraise the value of sports licenses, and shed tears over FOX?s loss of the BCS. With Aaron off shuffleboarding in the Caribbean, GameSpot?s Jon Miller steps in to provide his impressions on Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff, Brian theorizes the motive behind the Baja cover scandal, and Shanker makes the case for why prostitution may be the newest event in the 2012 Olympics. Fred breaks down news from across the sports gaming community including his take on the UFC?s hard-nosed brand of contract negotiation. Your emails, our picks, and Mom?s turkey to get you primed for Thanksgiving. Bon Appetit. This week on FtB the crew explore the validity of EA price cuts in 2009, appraise the value of sports licenses, and shed tears over FOX?s loss of the BCS. With Aaron off shuffleboarding in the Caribbean, GameSpot?s Jon Miller steps in to provide his impressions on Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff, Brian theorizes the motive behind the Baja cover scandal, and Shanker makes the case for why prostitution may be the newest event in the 2012 Olympics. Fred breaks down news from across the sports gaming community including his take on the UFC?s hard-nosed brand of contract negotiation. Your emails, our picks, and Mom?s turkey to get you primed for Thanksgiving. Bon Appetit. tag:odeo.com,2008-11-24,23665874 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -0800 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23633687-From-the-Bleachers-11-17-08 In this week's episode the FtB team chitchat with ESPN's Erin Andrews, discuss Midway's financial woes, and sound off on EA's accessory-challenged response to Wii Fit. Brian brings the sexy in his cry for Tiger Woods reform, SportsGamer's Daniel Grundei shares his thoughts on NCAA Basketball 09, and Fred explains the difference between Kimbo Slice and Brock Lesnar (there are many correct answers on this one). Oh, and Aaron and Shanker try to publicly discredit one another in a shameful display of bloated egos. All this, your emails, and news from around the sports community. From the Bleachers... putting the "dys" in dysfunctional. In this week's episode the FtB team chitchat with ESPN's Erin Andrews, discuss Midway's financial woes, and sound off on EA's accessory-challenged response to Wii Fit. Brian brings the sexy in his cry for Tiger Woods reform, SportsGamer's Daniel Grundei shares his thoughts on NCAA Basketball 09, and Fred explains the difference between Kimbo Slice and Brock Lesnar (there are many correct answers on this one). Oh, and Aaron and Shanker try to publicly discredit one another in a shameful display of bloated egos. All this, your emails, and news from around the sports community. From the Bleachers... putting the "dys" in dysfunctional. In this week's episode the FtB team chitchat with ESPN's Erin Andrews, discuss Midway's financial woes, and sound off on EA's accessory-challenged response to Wii Fit. Brian brings the sexy in his cry for Tiger Woods reform, SportsGamer's Daniel Grundei shares his thoughts on NCAA Basketball 09, and Fred explains the difference between Kimbo Slice and Brock Lesnar (there are many correct answers on this one). Oh, and Aaron and Shanker try to publicly discredit one another in a shameful display of bloated egos. All this, your emails, and news from around the sports community. From the Bleachers... putting the "dys" in dysfunctional. tag:odeo.com,2008-11-17,23633687 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -0800 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23603619-From-the-Bleachers-11-10-08 This week on From the Bleachers the crew discuss the future of sports under an Obama administration, the possibility of Texas Tech in the BCS championship game, and reminisce of the worst sports games ever created. GameSpot?s Jon Miller gives Roy Jones Jr. some career advice, Brian shows that he doesn?t always get picks wrong, and Shanker defends the legitimacy of cock fighting as a sport. Fred shares tips from the community to improve your NHL and Madden skills and your response to our Question of the Week. All this and a new front-runner in our worst celebrity sports rap tournament. You don?t want to miss anything this bad. This week on From the Bleachers the crew discuss the future of sports under an Obama administration, the possibility of Texas Tech in the BCS championship game, and reminisce of the worst sports games ever created. GameSpot?s Jon Miller gives Roy Jones Jr. some career advice, Brian shows that he doesn?t always get picks wrong, and Shanker defends the legitimacy of cock fighting as a sport. Fred shares tips from the community to improve your NHL and Madden skills and your response to our Question of the Week. All this and a new front-runner in our worst celebrity sports rap tournament. You don?t want to miss anything this bad. This week on From the Bleachers the crew discuss the future of sports under an Obama administration, the possibility of Texas Tech in the BCS championship game, and reminisce of the worst sports games ever created. GameSpot?s Jon Miller gives Roy Jones Jr. some career advice, Brian shows that he doesn?t always get picks wrong, and Shanker defends the legitimacy of cock fighting as a sport. Fred shares tips from the community to improve your NHL and Madden skills and your response to our Question of the Week. All this and a new front-runner in our worst celebrity sports rap tournament. You don?t want to miss anything this bad. tag:odeo.com,2008-11-10,23603619 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -0800 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23574228-From-the-Bleachers-11-02-08 This week on FtB, the crew discusses EA's attempt at the games involving physical exertion, NHL 09's upcomign patch, and Kobe's Risky Business moment. GameSpot's Tim Surette joins the team to share why the World Series sucked this year while Brian expresses his disgust at Mike Singletary's inspirational techniques. Shanker explains why the AI/Billups trade benefits both parties and Aaron explains why Shanker isn't a "real" football fan. Add in Fred's community breakdown, Texas Tech's ascension to college football's elite, and yet another laugh at John Daly's expense and you have one of the busiest episodes of FtB to date. This week on FtB, the crew discusses EA's attempt at the games involving physical exertion, NHL 09's upcomign patch, and Kobe's Risky Business moment. GameSpot's Tim Surette joins the team to share why the World Series sucked this year while Brian expresses his disgust at Mike Singletary's inspirational techniques. Shanker explains why the AI/Billups trade benefits both parties and Aaron explains why Shanker isn't a "real" football fan. Add in Fred's community breakdown, Texas Tech's ascension to college football's elite, and yet another laugh at John Daly's expense and you have one of the busiest episodes of FtB to date. This week on FtB, the crew discusses EA's attempt at the games involving physical exertion, NHL 09's upcomign patch, and Kobe's Risky Business moment. GameSpot's Tim Surette joins the team to share why the World Series sucked this year while Brian expresses his disgust at Mike Singletary's inspirational techniques. Shanker explains why the AI/Billups trade benefits both parties and Aaron explains why Shanker isn't a "real" football fan. Add in Fred's community breakdown, Texas Tech's ascension to college football's elite, and yet another laugh at John Daly's expense and you have one of the busiest episodes of FtB to date. tag:odeo.com,2008-11-02,23574228 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 11:00:00 -0800 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25342881-From-the-Bleachers-10-27-08 In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss the death of yet another arcade basketball franchise, weigh the cost of NCAA Basketball 09's early release, and grill GameSpot UK's Guy Cocker on which soccer titles deliver the biggest bang for the pound. With Aaron out with illness, Shaun McInnis fills in to discuss the pathetic state of football in the Pacific Northwest, Brian voices his displeasure with Mike Singletary's first week on the job, and Shanker and makes pseudo intellectual guesses as to who will be playing in the BCS championship this year. As always, Fred breaks down your response to the Question of the Week and the team desperately tries to break its string of awful picks. In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss the death of yet another arcade basketball franchise, weigh the cost of NCAA Basketball 09's early release, and grill GameSpot UK's Guy Cocker on which soccer titles deliver the biggest bang for the pound. With Aaron out with illness, Shaun McInnis fills in to discuss the pathetic state of football in the Pacific Northwest, Brian voices his displeasure with Mike Singletary's first week on the job, and Shanker and makes pseudo intellectual guesses as to who will be playing in the BCS championship this year. As always, Fred breaks down your response to the Question of the Week and the team desperately tries to break its string of awful picks. In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss the death of yet another arcade basketball franchise, weigh the cost of NCAA Basketball 09's early release, and grill GameSpot UK's Guy Cocker on which soccer titles deliver the biggest bang for the pound. With Aaron out with illness, Shaun McInnis fills in to discuss the pathetic state of football in the Pacific Northwest, Brian voices his displeasure with Mike Singletary's first week on the job, and Shanker and makes pseudo intellectual guesses as to who will be playing in the BCS championship this year. As always, Fred breaks down your response to the Question of the Week and the team desperately tries to break its string of awful picks. tag:odeo.com,2008-10-27,25342881 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23539156-From-the-Bleachers-10-27-08 In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss the death of yet another arcade basketball franchise, weigh the cost of NCAA Basketball 09's early release, and grill GameSpot UK's Guy Cocker on which soccer titles deliver the biggest bang for the pound. With Aaron out with illness, Shaun McInnis fills in to discuss the pathetic state of football in the Pacific Northwest, Brian voices his displeasure with Mike Singletary's first week on the job, and Shanker and makes pseudo intellectual guesses as to who will be playing in the BCS championship this year. As always, Fred breaks down your response to the Question of the Week and the team desperately tries to break its string of awful picks. In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss the death of yet another arcade basketball franchise, weigh the cost of NCAA Basketball 09's early release, and grill GameSpot UK's Guy Cocker on which soccer titles deliver the biggest bang for the pound. With Aaron out with illness, Shaun McInnis fills in to discuss the pathetic state of football in the Pacific Northwest, Brian voices his displeasure with Mike Singletary's first week on the job, and Shanker and makes pseudo intellectual guesses as to who will be playing in the BCS championship this year. As always, Fred breaks down your response to the Question of the Week and the team desperately tries to break its string of awful picks. In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss the death of yet another arcade basketball franchise, weigh the cost of NCAA Basketball 09's early release, and grill GameSpot UK's Guy Cocker on which soccer titles deliver the biggest bang for the pound. With Aaron out with illness, Shaun McInnis fills in to discuss the pathetic state of football in the Pacific Northwest, Brian voices his displeasure with Mike Singletary's first week on the job, and Shanker and makes pseudo intellectual guesses as to who will be playing in the BCS championship this year. As always, Fred breaks down your response to the Question of the Week and the team desperately tries to break its string of awful picks. tag:odeo.com,2008-10-27,23539156 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 11:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23511896-From-the-Bleachers-10-20-08 This week on From the Bleachers the team chats with the producers of EA's upcoming NCAA Basketball 09 title, analyze Obama's impact on sports gaming, and discuss the impending death of Midway's NBA Ballers franchise. With the reviews out of the way, Aaron and Shanker break down the best and worst aspects of the three NBA games on the market along with what they need to do better next year, Fred responds to fans who attended Notre Dame in spirit, and Brian whines about the cheese that is Shanker ball. As always we take a look at your responses to the Question of the Week and leave you with picks you can take to your bookie. This week on From the Bleachers the team chats with the producers of EA's upcoming NCAA Basketball 09 title, analyze Obama's impact on sports gaming, and discuss the impending death of Midway's NBA Ballers franchise. With the reviews out of the way, Aaron and Shanker break down the best and worst aspects of the three NBA games on the market along with what they need to do better next year, Fred responds to fans who attended Notre Dame in spirit, and Brian whines about the cheese that is Shanker ball. As always we take a look at your responses to the Question of the Week and leave you with picks you can take to your bookie. This week on From the Bleachers the team chats with the producers of EA's upcoming NCAA Basketball 09 title, analyze Obama's impact on sports gaming, and discuss the impending death of Midway's NBA Ballers franchise. With the reviews out of the way, Aaron and Shanker break down the best and worst aspects of the three NBA games on the market along with what they need to do better next year, Fred responds to fans who attended Notre Dame in spirit, and Brian whines about the cheese that is Shanker ball. As always we take a look at your responses to the Question of the Week and leave you with picks you can take to your bookie. tag:odeo.com,2008-10-20,23511896 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23484768-From-the-Bleachers-10-13-08 In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss NBA 2K9's port to the PC, analyze another wild week atop the college football polls, and attempt to crown the worst sports rap in history. GameSpot's Jon Miller joins the team to discredit Indian Olympic glory, Aaron continues his ongoing theme of threatening Bears' personnel, and Shanker provides semantic excuses for his pick last week. Fred scopes out your response to our Question of the Week and the team share their picks in the world of sports. In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss NBA 2K9's port to the PC, analyze another wild week atop the college football polls, and attempt to crown the worst sports rap in history. GameSpot's Jon Miller joins the team to discredit Indian Olympic glory, Aaron continues his ongoing theme of threatening Bears' personnel, and Shanker provides semantic excuses for his pick last week. Fred scopes out your response to our Question of the Week and the team share their picks in the world of sports. In this week's episode the FtB crew discuss NBA 2K9's port to the PC, analyze another wild week atop the college football polls, and attempt to crown the worst sports rap in history. GameSpot's Jon Miller joins the team to discredit Indian Olympic glory, Aaron continues his ongoing theme of threatening Bears' personnel, and Shanker provides semantic excuses for his pick last week. Fred scopes out your response to our Question of the Week and the team share their picks in the world of sports. tag:odeo.com,2008-10-13,23484768 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23460390-From-the-Bleachers-10-06-08 This week on From the Bleachers the crew discusses Kimbo's not-so impressive MMA performance, the return of Punch-Out on the Wii, and NFL greats suing EA. With Brian in Tokyo for TGS, Tom Mc Shea joins the team to break down all the NFL action over the weekend. Shanker makes excuses for the Bills loss and Aaron remains speechless on the Cubs' prompt exit from the playoffs. As always, Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and we give you our picks to drop your money on this week. This week on From the Bleachers the crew discusses Kimbo's not-so impressive MMA performance, the return of Punch-Out on the Wii, and NFL greats suing EA. With Brian in Tokyo for TGS, Tom Mc Shea joins the team to break down all the NFL action over the weekend. Shanker makes excuses for the Bills loss and Aaron remains speechless on the Cubs' prompt exit from the playoffs. As always, Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and we give you our picks to drop your money on this week. This week on From the Bleachers the crew discusses Kimbo's not-so impressive MMA performance, the return of Punch-Out on the Wii, and NFL greats suing EA. With Brian in Tokyo for TGS, Tom Mc Shea joins the team to break down all the NFL action over the weekend. Shanker makes excuses for the Bills loss and Aaron remains speechless on the Cubs' prompt exit from the playoffs. As always, Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and we give you our picks to drop your money on this week. tag:odeo.com,2008-10-06,23460390 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23421131-From-the-Bleachers-09-29-08 This week the crew breaks down a wild week in college football, discuss why the Oklahoma City Thunder uniforms suck, and Shanker shares clips from his trash talking escapades with some of the NBA?s finest. GameSpot?s Justin Calvert joins the team to give his rundown of Baja and sheds new light on the ?soccer vs. football? debate. Brian speculates the coming of a pricing war in basketball gaming, a mellow Aaron Thomas shares his impressions on the Bears? Sunday night victory, and Shanker spells out his expectations from FIFA?s 10-on-10 mode. As always Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and the team give you their sure-thing picks in the world of sports. This week the crew breaks down a wild week in college football, discuss why the Oklahoma City Thunder uniforms suck, and Shanker shares clips from his trash talking escapades with some of the NBA?s finest. GameSpot?s Justin Calvert joins the team to give his rundown of Baja and sheds new light on the ?soccer vs. football? debate. Brian speculates the coming of a pricing war in basketball gaming, a mellow Aaron Thomas shares his impressions on the Bears? Sunday night victory, and Shanker spells out his expectations from FIFA?s 10-on-10 mode. As always Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and the team give you their sure-thing picks in the world of sports. This week the crew breaks down a wild week in college football, discuss why the Oklahoma City Thunder uniforms suck, and Shanker shares clips from his trash talking escapades with some of the NBA?s finest. GameSpot?s Justin Calvert joins the team to give his rundown of Baja and sheds new light on the ?soccer vs. football? debate. Brian speculates the coming of a pricing war in basketball gaming, a mellow Aaron Thomas shares his impressions on the Bears? Sunday night victory, and Shanker spells out his expectations from FIFA?s 10-on-10 mode. As always Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and the team give you their sure-thing picks in the world of sports. tag:odeo.com,2008-09-29,23421131 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23386310-From-the-Bleachers-09-22-08 In this week's episode the FtB team share their thoughts on the legacy of Yankee Stadium, analyze the US improbable Ryder Cup win, and go over a busy weekend football schedule. Brian makes the case for a new "We are Idiots" segment, Shanker explains the link between Tom Brady and Michael Vick, and Aaron goes into detail about what he will do to Charles Tillman if he ever meets him. As always, Fred shares your response to our Question of the Week and the crew give you their picks in the world of sports. In this week's episode the FtB team share their thoughts on the legacy of Yankee Stadium, analyze the US improbable Ryder Cup win, and go over a busy weekend football schedule. Brian makes the case for a new "We are Idiots" segment, Shanker explains the link between Tom Brady and Michael Vick, and Aaron goes into detail about what he will do to Charles Tillman if he ever meets him. As always, Fred shares your response to our Question of the Week and the crew give you their picks in the world of sports. In this week's episode the FtB team share their thoughts on the legacy of Yankee Stadium, analyze the US improbable Ryder Cup win, and go over a busy weekend football schedule. Brian makes the case for a new "We are Idiots" segment, Shanker explains the link between Tom Brady and Michael Vick, and Aaron goes into detail about what he will do to Charles Tillman if he ever meets him. As always, Fred shares your response to our Question of the Week and the crew give you their picks in the world of sports. tag:odeo.com,2008-09-22,23386310 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23363098-From-the-Bleachers-09-17-08 In this week?s show the FtB crew break down what you can expect from EA?s NCAA Basketball 09, share their experiences with NHL 09?s online multiplayer, and NBA 2K9 developers Rob Jones and Erick Boenisch pay a visit to discuss their upcoming basketball sim. Brian shares his disappointment over Konami?s exclusive UEFA license, Aaron describes where DeSean Jackson?s boneheaded play on Monday Night ranks all-time, and Shanker describes what Atari?s Deer Hunter Tournament needs to attract new, slightly disturbed audiences. Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and the team give you their guaranteed Pick-Its for the week. In this week?s show the FtB crew break down what you can expect from EA?s NCAA Basketball 09, share their experiences with NHL 09?s online multiplayer, and NBA 2K9 developers Rob Jones and Erick Boenisch pay a visit to discuss their upcoming basketball sim. Brian shares his disappointment over Konami?s exclusive UEFA license, Aaron describes where DeSean Jackson?s boneheaded play on Monday Night ranks all-time, and Shanker describes what Atari?s Deer Hunter Tournament needs to attract new, slightly disturbed audiences. Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and the team give you their guaranteed Pick-Its for the week. In this week?s show the FtB crew break down what you can expect from EA?s NCAA Basketball 09, share their experiences with NHL 09?s online multiplayer, and NBA 2K9 developers Rob Jones and Erick Boenisch pay a visit to discuss their upcoming basketball sim. Brian shares his disappointment over Konami?s exclusive UEFA license, Aaron describes where DeSean Jackson?s boneheaded play on Monday Night ranks all-time, and Shanker describes what Atari?s Deer Hunter Tournament needs to attract new, slightly disturbed audiences. Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and the team give you their guaranteed Pick-Its for the week. tag:odeo.com,2008-09-17,23363098 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23327517-From-the-Bleachers-09-09-08 In this week's show the crew forecast the fallout from week 1 in the NFL, take a look at some of the new sports games to hit the shelves, and discuss whether penalizing football celebrations has gone too far. GameSpot's Chris Watters joins the team to break down Midway's TNA Impact, Aaron shares his pain with EA's Facebreaker, and Shanker compares EA's and 2K's hockey titles. Fred updates us on his progress at Tiger Woods 09 while Brian describes the worst screw-over in the history of sports. And, as always, we take a look at your responses to our question of the week. In this week's show the crew forecast the fallout from week 1 in the NFL, take a look at some of the new sports games to hit the shelves, and discuss whether penalizing football celebrations has gone too far. GameSpot's Chris Watters joins the team to break down Midway's TNA Impact, Aaron shares his pain with EA's Facebreaker, and Shanker compares EA's and 2K's hockey titles. Fred updates us on his progress at Tiger Woods 09 while Brian describes the worst screw-over in the history of sports. And, as always, we take a look at your responses to our question of the week. In this week's show the crew forecast the fallout from week 1 in the NFL, take a look at some of the new sports games to hit the shelves, and discuss whether penalizing football celebrations has gone too far. GameSpot's Chris Watters joins the team to break down Midway's TNA Impact, Aaron shares his pain with EA's Facebreaker, and Shanker compares EA's and 2K's hockey titles. Fred updates us on his progress at Tiger Woods 09 while Brian describes the worst screw-over in the history of sports. And, as always, we take a look at your responses to our question of the week. tag:odeo.com,2008-09-09,23327517 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23223359-From-the-Bleachers-08-27-08 Hey there. You good? We're good too. You look fine today, you know that? You been working out? Yeah, we thought so. The FtB crew's got a lot of sexy sports gaming talk for you today. Oh yeah. For example, tennis. You think tennis is sexy? So do we, especially now that EA Sports has the exclusive Wimbledon license. That is sexy! And hey, how about that upcoming Madden patch? We heard they were going to introduce a sexy new feature into the game: it's called "sexy". Mmmm. If that doesn't float your boat, we've got Aaron talking dirty about Tiger 09, Fred teasing us with reader responses to the question of the week, and Tom Mc Shea being Tom Mc Shexy. Rowr! Plus Brian brings the sexy to EA Sports. All that and your e-mails and phone calls. Sexy ones only! Hey there. You good? We're good too. You look fine today, you know that? You been working out? Yeah, we thought so. The FtB crew's got a lot of sexy sports gaming talk for you today. Oh yeah. For example, tennis. You think tennis is sexy? So do we, especially now that EA Sports has the exclusive Wimbledon license. That is sexy! And hey, how about that upcoming Madden patch? We heard they were going to introduce a sexy new feature into the game: it's called "sexy". Mmmm. If that doesn't float your boat, we've got Aaron talking dirty about Tiger 09, Fred teasing us with reader responses to the question of the week, and Tom Mc Shea being Tom Mc Shexy. Rowr! Plus Brian brings the sexy to EA Sports. All that and your e-mails and phone calls. Sexy ones only! Hey there. You good? We're good too. You look fine today, you know that? You been working out? Yeah, we thought so. The FtB crew's got a lot of sexy sports gaming talk for you today. Oh yeah. For example, tennis. You think tennis is sexy? So do we, especially now that EA Sports has the exclusive Wimbledon license. That is sexy! And hey, how about that upcoming Madden patch? We heard they were going to introduce a sexy new feature into the game: it's called "sexy". Mmmm. If that doesn't float your boat, we've got Aaron talking dirty about Tiger 09, Fred teasing us with reader responses to the question of the week, and Tom Mc Shea being Tom Mc Shexy. Rowr! Plus Brian brings the sexy to EA Sports. All that and your e-mails and phone calls. Sexy ones only! tag:odeo.com,2008-08-20,23223359 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23247013-From-the-Bleachers-09-03-08 With college football underway and the NFL just hours away, the FtB crew dives head-first into pigskin talk with a review of NFL Head Coach 09, as well as discussion on this year's fantasy sleepers. Brian's got impressions of Sony's basketball game, NBA 09: The Inside, and the guys wonder if we really need a fifth MLB game from Take Two. Plus we announce the winners of our Football Phone-In contest, read your e-mails, listen to your phone calls, and make more atrocious sports picks. With college football underway and the NFL just hours away, the FtB crew dives head-first into pigskin talk with a review of NFL Head Coach 09, as well as discussion on this year's fantasy sleepers. Brian's got impressions of Sony's basketball game, NBA 09: The Inside, and the guys wonder if we really need a fifth MLB game from Take Two. Plus we announce the winners of our Football Phone-In contest, read your e-mails, listen to your phone calls, and make more atrocious sports picks. With college football underway and the NFL just hours away, the FtB crew dives head-first into pigskin talk with a review of NFL Head Coach 09, as well as discussion on this year's fantasy sleepers. Brian's got impressions of Sony's basketball game, NBA 09: The Inside, and the guys wonder if we really need a fifth MLB game from Take Two. Plus we announce the winners of our Football Phone-In contest, read your e-mails, listen to your phone calls, and make more atrocious sports picks. tag:odeo.com,2008-08-20,23247013 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23198930-From-the-Bleachers-08-20-08 This week the crew talks to FIFA 09's David Rutter on the new Live Season feature, discuss Usain Bolt's crazy speed, and break down various NFL teams no one cares about. GameSpot's Tom McShae joins the crew this week to gripe about the 49ers, Aaron complains about paying for downloadable updates, and Shanker proposes Olympic events in which he may be able to compete. As always, we take your calls and emails and give you our picks in the world of sports. This week the crew talks to FIFA 09's David Rutter on the new Live Season feature, discuss Usain Bolt's crazy speed, and break down various NFL teams no one cares about. GameSpot's Tom McShae joins the crew this week to gripe about the 49ers, Aaron complains about paying for downloadable updates, and Shanker proposes Olympic events in which he may be able to compete. As always, we take your calls and emails and give you our picks in the world of sports. This week the crew talks to FIFA 09's David Rutter on the new Live Season feature, discuss Usain Bolt's crazy speed, and break down various NFL teams no one cares about. GameSpot's Tom McShae joins the crew this week to gripe about the 49ers, Aaron complains about paying for downloadable updates, and Shanker proposes Olympic events in which he may be able to compete. As always, we take your calls and emails and give you our picks in the world of sports. tag:odeo.com,2008-08-20,23198930 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23156786-From-the-Bleachers-08-06-08 In this week's episode the crew review the docket for the upcoming Madden launch, break down NHL 2K9's debut on the Wii, and offer their analysis on what you can expect from Beijing. Brian phones in to offer his thoughts on the brutality of Blitz: The League 2, Shaun and Aaron review USA basketball's international woes, and Shanker raps! As always, Fred goes over the community response to our Question of the Week and the team tries to right the ship with some correct picks for a change. In this week's episode the crew review the docket for the upcoming Madden launch, break down NHL 2K9's debut on the Wii, and offer their analysis on what you can expect from Beijing. Brian phones in to offer his thoughts on the brutality of Blitz: The League 2, Shaun and Aaron review USA basketball's international woes, and Shanker raps! As always, Fred goes over the community response to our Question of the Week and the team tries to right the ship with some correct picks for a change. In this week's episode the crew review the docket for the upcoming Madden launch, break down NHL 2K9's debut on the Wii, and offer their analysis on what you can expect from Beijing. Brian phones in to offer his thoughts on the brutality of Blitz: The League 2, Shaun and Aaron review USA basketball's international woes, and Shanker raps! As always, Fred goes over the community response to our Question of the Week and the team tries to right the ship with some correct picks for a change. tag:odeo.com,2008-08-06,23156786 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23177649-From-the-Bleachers-08-13-08 You'd think that this week's episode of From the Bleachers would be completely dedicated to Madden NFL 09, BUT YOU'D BE... well, okay you'd be right. In addition to the guys breaking down the year's biggest sports title, we've got hip hop superstar and Madden guru Twista on the phone to talk about his review of the game, his skill with the sticks, and his best trash talking techniques. To prove we can talk about something other than football, Brian spends some time discussing the EA Sports Hockey League in NHL 09, Fred shares his Olympic "fever", and Aaron and Shanker make nearly identical Call-It picks. All that, plus listener e-mails and details on a phone-in contest that will rock your damn world? or at least give you a chance to win a book. YES. READING! You'd think that this week's episode of From the Bleachers would be completely dedicated to Madden NFL 09, BUT YOU'D BE... well, okay you'd be right. In addition to the guys breaking down the year's biggest sports title, we've got hip hop superstar and Madden guru Twista on the phone to talk about his review of the game, his skill with the sticks, and his best trash talking techniques. To prove we can talk about something other than football, Brian spends some time discussing the EA Sports Hockey League in NHL 09, Fred shares his Olympic "fever", and Aaron and Shanker make nearly identical Call-It picks. All that, plus listener e-mails and details on a phone-in contest that will rock your damn world? or at least give you a chance to win a book. YES. READING! You'd think that this week's episode of From the Bleachers would be completely dedicated to Madden NFL 09, BUT YOU'D BE... well, okay you'd be right. In addition to the guys breaking down the year's biggest sports title, we've got hip hop superstar and Madden guru Twista on the phone to talk about his review of the game, his skill with the sticks, and his best trash talking techniques. To prove we can talk about something other than football, Brian spends some time discussing the EA Sports Hockey League in NHL 09, Fred shares his Olympic "fever", and Aaron and Shanker make nearly identical Call-It picks. All that, plus listener e-mails and details on a phone-in contest that will rock your damn world? or at least give you a chance to win a book. YES. READING! tag:odeo.com,2008-08-06,23177649 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23132785-From-the-Bleachers-07-30-08 In this week's episode, the crew share their thoughts on Tim Donaghy's sentencing, the Cotto-Margarito slugfest, and exploding tires at the Brickyard. Brian is on assignment this week so GameSpot's Shaun McInnis attempts to fill in as peacekeeper. Aaron talks FIFA Manager 09, Fred laments the Bears' lack of talent, and Shanker shares is displeasure with the lack of cheese in NCAA Football this year. We check out your response to our Question of the Week and the team shares their "sure thing" picks for the week. In this week's episode, the crew share their thoughts on Tim Donaghy's sentencing, the Cotto-Margarito slugfest, and exploding tires at the Brickyard. Brian is on assignment this week so GameSpot's Shaun McInnis attempts to fill in as peacekeeper. Aaron talks FIFA Manager 09, Fred laments the Bears' lack of talent, and Shanker shares is displeasure with the lack of cheese in NCAA Football this year. We check out your response to our Question of the Week and the team shares their "sure thing" picks for the week. In this week's episode, the crew share their thoughts on Tim Donaghy's sentencing, the Cotto-Margarito slugfest, and exploding tires at the Brickyard. Brian is on assignment this week so GameSpot's Shaun McInnis attempts to fill in as peacekeeper. Aaron talks FIFA Manager 09, Fred laments the Bears' lack of talent, and Shanker shares is displeasure with the lack of cheese in NCAA Football this year. We check out your response to our Question of the Week and the team shares their "sure thing" picks for the week. tag:odeo.com,2008-07-30,23132785 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23110506-From-the-Bleachers-07-23-08 In this, our marathon post-E3 episode of From The Bleachers, the crew speaks with David Littman about the new features in NHL 09 and what's in store for sports games in the future. The OzSpot's Randolph Ramsay joins the team as they discuss all the biggest hits and misses from E3. Aaron explains why this E3 could be the last, Shanker reveals his most embarrassing sports moment ever, and Brian attempts to defend his abysmal Pick It record. As always, Fred breaks down the community response on our Question of the Week and the crew gives you their "sure thing" picks for the week. In this, our marathon post-E3 episode of From The Bleachers, the crew speaks with David Littman about the new features in NHL 09 and what's in store for sports games in the future. The OzSpot's Randolph Ramsay joins the team as they discuss all the biggest hits and misses from E3. Aaron explains why this E3 could be the last, Shanker reveals his most embarrassing sports moment ever, and Brian attempts to defend his abysmal Pick It record. As always, Fred breaks down the community response on our Question of the Week and the crew gives you their "sure thing" picks for the week. In this, our marathon post-E3 episode of From The Bleachers, the crew speaks with David Littman about the new features in NHL 09 and what's in store for sports games in the future. The OzSpot's Randolph Ramsay joins the team as they discuss all the biggest hits and misses from E3. Aaron explains why this E3 could be the last, Shanker reveals his most embarrassing sports moment ever, and Brian attempts to defend his abysmal Pick It record. As always, Fred breaks down the community response on our Question of the Week and the crew gives you their "sure thing" picks for the week. tag:odeo.com,2008-07-23,23110506 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23064617-From-the-Bleachers-07-09-08 In this week's episode, the crew discuss the implications of Triple H being a household name, Madden?s ever-evolving soundtrack, and yet another possible return of Brett Favre. Brian predicts the return of Degeneration X to the WWE and Fred shares his analysis of why Rampage Jackson lost his UFC title. Aaron reminisces of great Grand Slam tennis performances of the past while Shanker attempts to explain why women?s sports are doomed to failure. Kyle even joins the team to share his roller coaster experience with NASCAR 09. As always the team goes over all of your responses and again attempt to nail their sure-thing picks of the week. In this week's episode, the crew discuss the implications of Triple H being a household name, Madden?s ever-evolving soundtrack, and yet another possible return of Brett Favre. Brian predicts the return of Degeneration X to the WWE and Fred shares his analysis of why Rampage Jackson lost his UFC title. Aaron reminisces of great Grand Slam tennis performances of the past while Shanker attempts to explain why women?s sports are doomed to failure. Kyle even joins the team to share his roller coaster experience with NASCAR 09. As always the team goes over all of your responses and again attempt to nail their sure-thing picks of the week. In this week's episode, the crew discuss the implications of Triple H being a household name, Madden?s ever-evolving soundtrack, and yet another possible return of Brett Favre. Brian predicts the return of Degeneration X to the WWE and Fred shares his analysis of why Rampage Jackson lost his UFC title. Aaron reminisces of great Grand Slam tennis performances of the past while Shanker attempts to explain why women?s sports are doomed to failure. Kyle even joins the team to share his roller coaster experience with NASCAR 09. As always the team goes over all of your responses and again attempt to nail their sure-thing picks of the week. tag:odeo.com,2008-07-09,23064617 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23026696-From-the-Bleachers-06-25-08 This week this crew brings you an extended show covering everything from this year's Dream Team, the need for better sports peripherals, and Maria Sharapova's new on-court attire. Shanker describes his encounter with UFC's Rampage Jackson, Aaron presents his collection of terrible athlete rap, and Brian explains why the new Power Pros will be the best baseball game out there. And, as always, we go through your emails and phone calls. This week this crew brings you an extended show covering everything from this year's Dream Team, the need for better sports peripherals, and Maria Sharapova's new on-court attire. Shanker describes his encounter with UFC's Rampage Jackson, Aaron presents his collection of terrible athlete rap, and Brian explains why the new Power Pros will be the best baseball game out there. And, as always, we go through your emails and phone calls. This week this crew brings you an extended show covering everything from this year's Dream Team, the need for better sports peripherals, and Maria Sharapova's new on-court attire. Shanker describes his encounter with UFC's Rampage Jackson, Aaron presents his collection of terrible athlete rap, and Brian explains why the new Power Pros will be the best baseball game out there. And, as always, we go through your emails and phone calls. tag:odeo.com,2008-06-25,23026696 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23049339-From-the-Bleachers-07-02-08 Last time, the FtB crew brazenly referred to soccer as "evil." This week, they make up for it with discussions of EA Sports' upcoming FIFA 09 and FIFA Manager 09, as well as a recap of Spain's huge victory over Germany in Euro 2008. With Shanker on injured reserve, Aaron and Brian recall their love for Micro League Baseball, Jon Miller talks about EA's 'All Play' games for the Wii, and Fred discusses the achievements in Madden NFL 09 and notifies listeners about a SportsGamer reader who's put his life for sale on the forums. Any bidders? Plus e-mails, phone calls, and more bad sports picks! Last time, the FtB crew brazenly referred to soccer as "evil." This week, they make up for it with discussions of EA Sports' upcoming FIFA 09 and FIFA Manager 09, as well as a recap of Spain's huge victory over Germany in Euro 2008. With Shanker on injured reserve, Aaron and Brian recall their love for Micro League Baseball, Jon Miller talks about EA's 'All Play' games for the Wii, and Fred discusses the achievements in Madden NFL 09 and notifies listeners about a SportsGamer reader who's put his life for sale on the forums. Any bidders? Plus e-mails, phone calls, and more bad sports picks! Last time, the FtB crew brazenly referred to soccer as "evil." This week, they make up for it with discussions of EA Sports' upcoming FIFA 09 and FIFA Manager 09, as well as a recap of Spain's huge victory over Germany in Euro 2008. With Shanker on injured reserve, Aaron and Brian recall their love for Micro League Baseball, Jon Miller talks about EA's 'All Play' games for the Wii, and Fred discusses the achievements in Madden NFL 09 and notifies listeners about a SportsGamer reader who's put his life for sale on the forums. Any bidders? Plus e-mails, phone calls, and more bad sports picks! tag:odeo.com,2008-06-25,23049339 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23005023-From-the-Bleachers-06-18-08 Kobe (and Shanker's) dreams of NBA glory are shattered, but the rest of the From the Bleachers crew is celebrating with up-to-the-minute discussion of EA Sports' upcoming NBA Live and Tiger Woods games. Meanwhile, Brian professes his love for Ferrari Challenge for the PS3 and his eternal hatred for "Get In the Hole!" guy at PGA Tour events. Fred sends a call to action for the SportsGamer and GameSpot communities and Aaron's got hard proof of Ken Griffey Jr.'s rap "skills". As always we take your phone calls and e-mails and then embarass ourselves with our sports prognostications. Kobe (and Shanker's) dreams of NBA glory are shattered, but the rest of the From the Bleachers crew is celebrating with up-to-the-minute discussion of EA Sports' upcoming NBA Live and Tiger Woods games. Meanwhile, Brian professes his love for Ferrari Challenge for the PS3 and his eternal hatred for "Get In the Hole!" guy at PGA Tour events. Fred sends a call to action for the SportsGamer and GameSpot communities and Aaron's got hard proof of Ken Griffey Jr.'s rap "skills". As always we take your phone calls and e-mails and then embarass ourselves with our sports prognostications. Kobe (and Shanker's) dreams of NBA glory are shattered, but the rest of the From the Bleachers crew is celebrating with up-to-the-minute discussion of EA Sports' upcoming NBA Live and Tiger Woods games. Meanwhile, Brian professes his love for Ferrari Challenge for the PS3 and his eternal hatred for "Get In the Hole!" guy at PGA Tour events. Fred sends a call to action for the SportsGamer and GameSpot communities and Aaron's got hard proof of Ken Griffey Jr.'s rap "skills". As always we take your phone calls and e-mails and then embarass ourselves with our sports prognostications. tag:odeo.com,2008-06-18,23005023 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22607903-From-the-Bleachers-06-11-08 An extended From The Bleachers crew discuss what to expect from NHL 09, Griffey's milestone homer, and who is the most annoying personality in sports talk radio. SportsGamer's Kyle and Daniel share their first impressions of Madden, Shanker tries to explain why the Lakers find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the NBA Finals, and Aaron explains what makes Prizefighter different from the Fight Night series. As always, we answer a ton of user questions and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. An extended From The Bleachers crew discuss what to expect from NHL 09, Griffey's milestone homer, and who is the most annoying personality in sports talk radio. SportsGamer's Kyle and Daniel share their first impressions of Madden, Shanker tries to explain why the Lakers find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the NBA Finals, and Aaron explains what makes Prizefighter different from the Fight Night series. As always, we answer a ton of user questions and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. An extended From The Bleachers crew discuss what to expect from NHL 09, Griffey's milestone homer, and who is the most annoying personality in sports talk radio. SportsGamer's Kyle and Daniel share their first impressions of Madden, Shanker tries to explain why the Lakers find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the NBA Finals, and Aaron explains what makes Prizefighter different from the Fight Night series. As always, we answer a ton of user questions and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. tag:odeo.com,2008-06-11,22607903 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22605366-From-the-Bleachers-06-11-08 An extended From The Bleachers crew discuss what to expect from NHL 09, Griffey's milestone homer, and who is the most annoying personality in sports talk radio. SportsGamer's Kyle and Daniel share their first impressions of Madden, Shanker tries to explain why the Lakers find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the NBA Finals, and Aaron explains what makes Prizefighter different from the Fight Night series. As always, we answer a ton of user questions and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. An extended From The Bleachers crew discuss what to expect from NHL 09, Griffey's milestone homer, and who is the most annoying personality in sports talk radio. SportsGamer's Kyle and Daniel share their first impressions of Madden, Shanker tries to explain why the Lakers find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the NBA Finals, and Aaron explains what makes Prizefighter different from the Fight Night series. As always, we answer a ton of user questions and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. An extended From The Bleachers crew discuss what to expect from NHL 09, Griffey's milestone homer, and who is the most annoying personality in sports talk radio. SportsGamer's Kyle and Daniel share their first impressions of Madden, Shanker tries to explain why the Lakers find themselves in a 2-0 hole in the NBA Finals, and Aaron explains what makes Prizefighter different from the Fight Night series. As always, we answer a ton of user questions and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. tag:odeo.com,2008-06-11,22605366 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22607907-From-the-Bleachers-06-04-08 It's Aussie Rules Podcasting on this week's From the Bleachers! Aaron recounts his vacation Down Under, the guys talk about the strange sport of netball with GameSpot AU's Randolph Ramsay, and then eat vegemite on the air. Helpful Hint: Vegemite does not taste good. After that, it's discussion about about Tecmo Bowl, Activision's new Baja 1000 game, Codemasters doing Formula One, and lots and lots of talk on Madden NFL 09. As always, we take your e-mails and phone calls, talk some real sports, and run through all our bad picks from the previous week. It's a marathon episode of From the Bleachers that's hotter than a bunch of sheilas on the beach! It's Aussie Rules Podcasting on this week's From the Bleachers! Aaron recounts his vacation Down Under, the guys talk about the strange sport of netball with GameSpot AU's Randolph Ramsay, and then eat vegemite on the air. Helpful Hint: Vegemite does not taste good. After that, it's discussion about about Tecmo Bowl, Activision's new Baja 1000 game, Codemasters doing Formula One, and lots and lots of talk on Madden NFL 09. As always, we take your e-mails and phone calls, talk some real sports, and run through all our bad picks from the previous week. It's a marathon episode of From the Bleachers that's hotter than a bunch of sheilas on the beach! It's Aussie Rules Podcasting on this week's From the Bleachers! Aaron recounts his vacation Down Under, the guys talk about the strange sport of netball with GameSpot AU's Randolph Ramsay, and then eat vegemite on the air. Helpful Hint: Vegemite does not taste good. After that, it's discussion about about Tecmo Bowl, Activision's new Baja 1000 game, Codemasters doing Formula One, and lots and lots of talk on Madden NFL 09. As always, we take your e-mails and phone calls, talk some real sports, and run through all our bad picks from the previous week. It's a marathon episode of From the Bleachers that's hotter than a bunch of sheilas on the beach! tag:odeo.com,2008-06-04,22607907 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22584157-From-the-Bleachers-06-04-08 It's Aussie Rules Podcasting on this week's From the Bleachers! Aaron recounts his vacation Down Under, the guys talk about the strange sport of netball with GameSpot AU's Randolph Ramsay, and then eat vegemite on the air. Helpful Hint: Vegemite does not taste good. After that, it's discussion about about Tecmo Bowl, Activision's new Baja 1000 game, Codemasters doing Formula One, and lots and lots of talk on Madden NFL 09. As always, we take your e-mails and phone calls, talk some real sports, and run through all our bad picks from the previous week. It's a marathon episode of From the Bleachers that's hotter than a bunch of sheilas on the beach! It's Aussie Rules Podcasting on this week's From the Bleachers! Aaron recounts his vacation Down Under, the guys talk about the strange sport of netball with GameSpot AU's Randolph Ramsay, and then eat vegemite on the air. Helpful Hint: Vegemite does not taste good. After that, it's discussion about about Tecmo Bowl, Activision's new Baja 1000 game, Codemasters doing Formula One, and lots and lots of talk on Madden NFL 09. As always, we take your e-mails and phone calls, talk some real sports, and run through all our bad picks from the previous week. It's a marathon episode of From the Bleachers that's hotter than a bunch of sheilas on the beach! It's Aussie Rules Podcasting on this week's From the Bleachers! Aaron recounts his vacation Down Under, the guys talk about the strange sport of netball with GameSpot AU's Randolph Ramsay, and then eat vegemite on the air. Helpful Hint: Vegemite does not taste good. After that, it's discussion about about Tecmo Bowl, Activision's new Baja 1000 game, Codemasters doing Formula One, and lots and lots of talk on Madden NFL 09. As always, we take your e-mails and phone calls, talk some real sports, and run through all our bad picks from the previous week. It's a marathon episode of From the Bleachers that's hotter than a bunch of sheilas on the beach! tag:odeo.com,2008-06-04,22584157 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22563737-From-the-Bleachers-05-28-08 This week the crew discusses Sony?s new metallic blue PSP bundle, Shaun White?s new snowboarding game, and how video games have killed the Olympics. With Aaron and Fred missing in action this week, GameSpot?s Jon Miller assumes the role of harassing Shanker. Brian discusses his hands-on with Madden 09 and his woes with UEFA Euro 2008?s Captain Your Country mode. Jon shares his love of EA?s NCAA Football franchise and the San Antonio Spurs while Shanker suggests new events that could put the Olympics back on the radar. As always, we go over listener emails/phone calls and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. This week the crew discusses Sony?s new metallic blue PSP bundle, Shaun White?s new snowboarding game, and how video games have killed the Olympics. With Aaron and Fred missing in action this week, GameSpot?s Jon Miller assumes the role of harassing Shanker. Brian discusses his hands-on with Madden 09 and his woes with UEFA Euro 2008?s Captain Your Country mode. Jon shares his love of EA?s NCAA Football franchise and the San Antonio Spurs while Shanker suggests new events that could put the Olympics back on the radar. As always, we go over listener emails/phone calls and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. This week the crew discusses Sony?s new metallic blue PSP bundle, Shaun White?s new snowboarding game, and how video games have killed the Olympics. With Aaron and Fred missing in action this week, GameSpot?s Jon Miller assumes the role of harassing Shanker. Brian discusses his hands-on with Madden 09 and his woes with UEFA Euro 2008?s Captain Your Country mode. Jon shares his love of EA?s NCAA Football franchise and the San Antonio Spurs while Shanker suggests new events that could put the Olympics back on the radar. As always, we go over listener emails/phone calls and make our sure-thing picks in the world of sports. tag:odeo.com,2008-05-28,22563737 Wed, 28 May 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22533469-From-the-Bleachers-05-21-08 This week the crew discusses Nintendo's Wii Fit marketing mishap, EA's exit from the console baseball market, and NHL 2K9's new cover athlete. Shanker breaks down his first look at Facebreaker and sounds off on his uncanny pick streak. Aaron shares his disdain for Cedric Benson, belligerent drunks and at sporting events, and Shanker. Brian admits to having no skill in football games and Fred explains why a Spurs-Celtics Finals is on the way while bashing Lakers' fans. And, as always, we answer your e-mails and phone calls. This week the crew discusses Nintendo's Wii Fit marketing mishap, EA's exit from the console baseball market, and NHL 2K9's new cover athlete. Shanker breaks down his first look at Facebreaker and sounds off on his uncanny pick streak. Aaron shares his disdain for Cedric Benson, belligerent drunks and at sporting events, and Shanker. Brian admits to having no skill in football games and Fred explains why a Spurs-Celtics Finals is on the way while bashing Lakers' fans. And, as always, we answer your e-mails and phone calls. This week the crew discusses Nintendo's Wii Fit marketing mishap, EA's exit from the console baseball market, and NHL 2K9's new cover athlete. Shanker breaks down his first look at Facebreaker and sounds off on his uncanny pick streak. Aaron shares his disdain for Cedric Benson, belligerent drunks and at sporting events, and Shanker. Brian admits to having no skill in football games and Fred explains why a Spurs-Celtics Finals is on the way while bashing Lakers' fans. And, as always, we answer your e-mails and phone calls. tag:odeo.com,2008-05-21,22533469 Wed, 21 May 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22515450-From-the-Bleachers-05-14-08 On this week's show Brian returns from Vancouver with loads of info on Fight Night Round 4, Tiger Woods 09, and Madden 09. Shanker takes a few minutes off from his busy schedule of vacationing to share his thoughts on Tony Hawk's sabbatical and also offers insight into his crumbling relationship with Michelle from GTA IV. Aaron's wearing a new SportsGamer hat (listen to find out how you can get your own) and Fred thinks the world needs to get over Spygate. And as always, we answer your e-mails and phone calls. On this week's show Brian returns from Vancouver with loads of info on Fight Night Round 4, Tiger Woods 09, and Madden 09. Shanker takes a few minutes off from his busy schedule of vacationing to share his thoughts on Tony Hawk's sabbatical and also offers insight into his crumbling relationship with Michelle from GTA IV. Aaron's wearing a new SportsGamer hat (listen to find out how you can get your own) and Fred thinks the world needs to get over Spygate. And as always, we answer your e-mails and phone calls. On this week's show Brian returns from Vancouver with loads of info on Fight Night Round 4, Tiger Woods 09, and Madden 09. Shanker takes a few minutes off from his busy schedule of vacationing to share his thoughts on Tony Hawk's sabbatical and also offers insight into his crumbling relationship with Michelle from GTA IV. Aaron's wearing a new SportsGamer hat (listen to find out how you can get your own) and Fred thinks the world needs to get over Spygate. And as always, we answer your e-mails and phone calls. tag:odeo.com,2008-05-14,22515450 Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22491586-From-the-Bleachers-05-07-08 GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 05/07/08 INTRO 00:00-2:14 Welcome to the show! We have a special guest this week! Who could it be?! NEWS 03:18-05:24 Tecmo Bowl is back baby! Oh hey, Tecmo, could you maybe give us some info on the game? 05:25-07:59 Tiger's coach to appear in TW 09. This just in: It's good to be associated with Tiger Woods. 08:00-10:25 Fred has grand plans for the new feature in NASCAR 09 that lets you go all Forza 2 on your ride and give it a purty paint job. 10:26-11:46 EA announces a new sub-brand called "Freestyle." What happened to EA Big? GAMES 11:47-13:34 Top Spin 3 update. It's harder and you can make some crazy-looking dudes. Check out Brian's insane character here: http://image.com.com/gamespot/images/2008/125/reviews/942070_20080505_screen001.jpg 13:35-15:39 Fred talks about the new Madden trailer featuring Brett Favre. "It's nothing really," he says. 15:40-16:51 Yo... GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 05/07/08 INTRO 00:00-2:14 Welcome to the show! We have a special guest this week! Who could it be?! NEWS 03:18-05:24 Tecmo Bowl is back baby! Oh hey, Tecmo, could you maybe give us some info on the game? 05:25-07:59 Tiger's coach to appear in TW 09. This just in: It's good to be associated with Tiger Woods. 08:00-10:25 Fred has grand plans for the new feature in NASCAR 09 that lets you go all Forza 2 on your ride and give it a purty paint job. 10:26-11:46 EA announces a new sub-brand called "Freestyle." What happened to EA Big? GAMES 11:47-13:34 Top Spin 3 update. It's harder and you can make some crazy-looking dudes. Check out Brian's insane character here: http://image.com.com/gamespot/images/2008/125/reviews/942070_20080505_screen001.jpg 13:35-15:39 Fred talks about the new Madden trailer featuring Brett Favre. "It's nothing really," he says. 15:40-16:51 You can now return missed field goals in Madden. Devin Hester fans rejoice! REAL SPORTS 16:52-20:59 Crazy Bears Fan Josh weighs in on Admiral Cedric Benson's future on the high seas and on the field. Also, Marty Booker is OLD. 21:00-22:22 Josh and the crew wonder where former Seahawk Shaun Alexander will land. 22:23-24:08 Marvin Harrison gets his gangsta on. 24:09-26:47 Kentucky Derby talk. Is what happened to Eight Belles a tragedy? 26:48-29:21 Kobe Bryant wins MVP and Shanker isn't around to gloat. 29:24-32:55 Roger Clemens and Aaron Thomas are sorry for the "mistakes" they've made. E-MAILS (FromTheBleachers@GameSpot.com) 32:55-36:03 Our pal Ben K. asks if the actual coaching aspect of NFL Head Coach will be pointless. 36:04-39:20 Sean C. wonders if game controls, like those in FIFA 08 are too complex. Phone Calls (1-866-406-2638) 39:21-41:08 Brian calls in to talk about things he can't talk about, makes a lame "call it" pick, and Geddy Lee's hockey updates. CALL IT 41:09-48:09 Brian's pick gets ripped. Tim picks in Shanker's absence. Fred tries to make up for last week's pick. Aaron hopes to follow up last week's correct picks with another NBA winner. Tim Duncan stinks up the joint. SHOW END 48:10-49:45 Fred gives an update on the SportsGamer community. Tim loves the A's. GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 05/07/08 INTRO 00:00-2:14 Welcome to the show! We have a special guest this week! Who could it be?! NEWS 03:18-05:24 Tecmo Bowl is back baby! Oh hey, Tecmo, could you maybe give us some info on the game? 05:25-07:59 Tiger's coach to appear in TW 09. This just in: It's good to be associated with Tiger Woods. 08:00-10:25 Fred has grand plans for the new feature in NASCAR 09 that lets you go all Forza 2 on your ride and give it a purty paint job. 10:26-11:46 EA announces a new sub-brand called "Freestyle." What happened to EA Big? GAMES 11:47-13:34 Top Spin 3 update. It's harder and you can make some crazy-looking dudes. Check out Brian's insane character here: http://image.com.com/gamespot/images/2008/125/reviews/942070_20080505_screen001.jpg 13:35-15:39 Fred talks about the new Madden trailer featuring Brett Favre. "It's nothing really," he says. 15:40-16:51 You can now return missed field goals in Madden. Devin Hester fans rejoice! REAL SPORTS 16:52-20:59 Crazy Bears Fan Josh weighs in on Admiral Cedric Benson's future on the high seas and on the field. Also, Marty Booker is OLD. 21:00-22:22 Josh and the crew wonder where former Seahawk Shaun Alexander will land. 22:23-24:08 Marvin Harrison gets his gangsta on. 24:09-26:47 Kentucky Derby talk. Is what happened to Eight Belles a tragedy? 26:48-29:21 Kobe Bryant wins MVP and Shanker isn't around to gloat. 29:24-32:55 Roger Clemens and Aaron Thomas are sorry for the "mistakes" they've made. E-MAILS (FromTheBleachers@GameSpot.com) 32:55-36:03 Our pal Ben K. asks if the actual coaching aspect of NFL Head Coach will be pointless. 36:04-39:20 Sean C. wonders if game controls, like those in FIFA 08 are too complex. Phone Calls (1-866-406-2638) 39:21-41:08 Brian calls in to talk about things he can't talk about, makes a lame "call it" pick, and Geddy Lee's hockey updates. CALL IT 41:09-48:09 Brian's pick gets ripped. Tim picks in Shanker's absence. Fred tries to make up for last week's pick. Aaron hopes to follow up last week's correct picks with another NBA winner. Tim Duncan stinks up the joint. SHOW END 48:10-49:45 Fred gives an update on the SportsGamer community. Tim loves the A's. tag:odeo.com,2008-05-07,22491586 Wed, 07 May 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22482451-From-the-Bleachers-04-30-08 GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 04/30/08 INTRO 00:00-2:14 Welcome to the show! NEWS 02:15-07:49 No it's not a sports game (but it does have bowling and darts), but how could we ignore the release of Grand Theft Auto IV? 07:50-12:13 Favre on the cover of Madden NFL 09, still retired. 12:14-15:08 Smash Court Tennis 3 is coming and the guys try to name as many tennis players as they can. 15:09-17:07 Danny Almonte is the only choice for cover of the Little League World Series for Wii and DS. 17:08-20:20 Codemasters scoops up the Sega Rally developers! GAMES 20:21-23:00 We check out the vague patch details of the latest MLB 08. 23:01-34:35 The guys talk about Madden NFL 09, including clips from EA Sports' Phil Frazier. 34:36-45:21 Next up, it's NCAA Football 09's turn as we hear from EA Sports' Ben Haumiller on various aspects of the game. REAL SPORTS 45:22-50:08 Bears and Bills fans hash it out ... GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 04/30/08 INTRO 00:00-2:14 Welcome to the show! NEWS 02:15-07:49 No it's not a sports game (but it does have bowling and darts), but how could we ignore the release of Grand Theft Auto IV? 07:50-12:13 Favre on the cover of Madden NFL 09, still retired. 12:14-15:08 Smash Court Tennis 3 is coming and the guys try to name as many tennis players as they can. 15:09-17:07 Danny Almonte is the only choice for cover of the Little League World Series for Wii and DS. 17:08-20:20 Codemasters scoops up the Sega Rally developers! GAMES 20:21-23:00 We check out the vague patch details of the latest MLB 08. 23:01-34:35 The guys talk about Madden NFL 09, including clips from EA Sports' Phil Frazier. 34:36-45:21 Next up, it's NCAA Football 09's turn as we hear from EA Sports' Ben Haumiller on various aspects of the game. REAL SPORTS 45:22-50:08 Bears and Bills fans hash it out over their NFL Draft performances. 50:10-55:18 NBA Playoffs talk, including a discussion of Larry Brown's ever-growing resume. 55:19-58:16 Barry Zito is bad at baseball, good at making money. 58:17-1:00:41 Roger Clemens got his Mark Chmura on with Mindy McCready. 1:00:42-1:05:05 Ronaldo makes Clemens look like a great human being. PHONES AND E-MAILS 1:05:06-1:07:36 We get an e-mail and read it on the air! CALL IT 1:07:37- Shanker and Fred get their Call It picks correct and recieve their rewards. GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 04/30/08 INTRO 00:00-2:14 Welcome to the show! NEWS 02:15-07:49 No it's not a sports game (but it does have bowling and darts), but how could we ignore the release of Grand Theft Auto IV? 07:50-12:13 Favre on the cover of Madden NFL 09, still retired. 12:14-15:08 Smash Court Tennis 3 is coming and the guys try to name as many tennis players as they can. 15:09-17:07 Danny Almonte is the only choice for cover of the Little League World Series for Wii and DS. 17:08-20:20 Codemasters scoops up the Sega Rally developers! GAMES 20:21-23:00 We check out the vague patch details of the latest MLB 08. 23:01-34:35 The guys talk about Madden NFL 09, including clips from EA Sports' Phil Frazier. 34:36-45:21 Next up, it's NCAA Football 09's turn as we hear from EA Sports' Ben Haumiller on various aspects of the game. REAL SPORTS 45:22-50:08 Bears and Bills fans hash it out over their NFL Draft performances. 50:10-55:18 NBA Playoffs talk, including a discussion of Larry Brown's ever-growing resume. 55:19-58:16 Barry Zito is bad at baseball, good at making money. 58:17-1:00:41 Roger Clemens got his Mark Chmura on with Mindy McCready. 1:00:42-1:05:05 Ronaldo makes Clemens look like a great human being. PHONES AND E-MAILS 1:05:06-1:07:36 We get an e-mail and read it on the air! CALL IT 1:07:37- Shanker and Fred get their Call It picks correct and recieve their rewards. tag:odeo.com,2008-04-30,22482451 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25342912-From-the-Bleachers-04-23-08 On this week's show the guys chat about Blitz: The League II, TNA iMPACT! and the soundtrack for NASCAR 09. Also, how the hell old IS Miguel Tejada? Finally, we've got Josh the Crazy Bears Fans on the city of Buffalo and the Ottawa Senators. You don't want to miss it, son! On this week's show the guys chat about Blitz: The League II, TNA iMPACT! and the soundtrack for NASCAR 09. Also, how the hell old IS Miguel Tejada? Finally, we've got Josh the Crazy Bears Fans on the city of Buffalo and the Ottawa Senators. You don't want to miss it, son! On this week's show the guys chat about Blitz: The League II, TNA iMPACT! and the soundtrack for NASCAR 09. Also, how the hell old IS Miguel Tejada? Finally, we've got Josh the Crazy Bears Fans on the city of Buffalo and the Ottawa Senators. You don't want to miss it, son! tag:odeo.com,2008-04-23,25342912 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22482452-From-the-Bleachers-04-23-08 GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 04/23/08 INTRO 00:00-1:50 Welcome to the show! NEWS 1:51 - 5:45 Midway announced Blitz: The League II but who's on the cover? 5:46 - 10:54 Brian talks about TNA iMPACT! from last week's Midway press event. 10:55 - 13:35 The guys rock out with a discussion of the soundtrack in NASCAR 09. GAMES 13:36 - 21:10 NFL Head Coach 09 21:11 - 24:38 More racing game nerdery as Brian talks about Codemaster's GRID. 24:39 - 33:22 GameSpot UK's Alex Sassoon Coby on his review of UEFA Euro 2008. 33:23 - 40:10 GameSpot's Aaron Thomas on his review of NBA Ballers: Chosen One. REAL SPORTS 40:11 - 43:31 We investigate EA Sports' mock draft of the 2008 NFL Draft. 43:32 - 45:34 NBA Playoffs 45:35 - 49:29 Miguel Tejada is 31, no wait 33, no wait, it's 'Tejeda'. No wait... PHONES AND E-MAILS 49:30 - 53:34 Josh the Crazy Bears Fan on Buffalo and the Ottawa Senators intro (and the Bears... GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 04/23/08 INTRO 00:00-1:50 Welcome to the show! NEWS 1:51 - 5:45 Midway announced Blitz: The League II but who's on the cover? 5:46 - 10:54 Brian talks about TNA iMPACT! from last week's Midway press event. 10:55 - 13:35 The guys rock out with a discussion of the soundtrack in NASCAR 09. GAMES 13:36 - 21:10 NFL Head Coach 09 21:11 - 24:38 More racing game nerdery as Brian talks about Codemaster's GRID. 24:39 - 33:22 GameSpot UK's Alex Sassoon Coby on his review of UEFA Euro 2008. 33:23 - 40:10 GameSpot's Aaron Thomas on his review of NBA Ballers: Chosen One. REAL SPORTS 40:11 - 43:31 We investigate EA Sports' mock draft of the 2008 NFL Draft. 43:32 - 45:34 NBA Playoffs 45:35 - 49:29 Miguel Tejada is 31, no wait 33, no wait, it's 'Tejeda'. No wait... PHONES AND E-MAILS 49:30 - 53:34 Josh the Crazy Bears Fan on Buffalo and the Ottawa Senators intro (and the Bears draft). 53:35 - 56:07 A listener exhorts us to talk about the Oklahoma Sooners and we do our best. 56:08 - 59:33 E-mails on Rex Grossman, Kobe, and what the FTB crew should do for making bad picks. CALL IT 59:34 - 1:08:13 The crew reviews last week's bad picks and makes a whole bunch of new ones for this week. GameSpot and SportsGamer editors mix sports gaming news with blind team loyalty in this weekly podcast. From the Bleachers - 04/23/08 INTRO 00:00-1:50 Welcome to the show! NEWS 1:51 - 5:45 Midway announced Blitz: The League II but who's on the cover? 5:46 - 10:54 Brian talks about TNA iMPACT! from last week's Midway press event. 10:55 - 13:35 The guys rock out with a discussion of the soundtrack in NASCAR 09. GAMES 13:36 - 21:10 NFL Head Coach 09 21:11 - 24:38 More racing game nerdery as Brian talks about Codemaster's GRID. 24:39 - 33:22 GameSpot UK's Alex Sassoon Coby on his review of UEFA Euro 2008. 33:23 - 40:10 GameSpot's Aaron Thomas on his review of NBA Ballers: Chosen One. REAL SPORTS 40:11 - 43:31 We investigate EA Sports' mock draft of the 2008 NFL Draft. 43:32 - 45:34 NBA Playoffs 45:35 - 49:29 Miguel Tejada is 31, no wait 33, no wait, it's 'Tejeda'. No wait... PHONES AND E-MAILS 49:30 - 53:34 Josh the Crazy Bears Fan on Buffalo and the Ottawa Senators intro (and the Bears draft). 53:35 - 56:07 A listener exhorts us to talk about the Oklahoma Sooners and we do our best. 56:08 - 59:33 E-mails on Rex Grossman, Kobe, and what the FTB crew should do for making bad picks. CALL IT 59:34 - 1:08:13 The crew reviews last week's bad picks and makes a whole bunch of new ones for this week. tag:odeo.com,2008-04-23,22482452 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25342919-From-the-Bleachers-04-16-08 Well, it looks like everyone survived the first episode of From the Bleachers so we've decided to push our luck again and release a second one. What fantastic stuff could we possibly cram into this episode? The big highlight is an in-depth interview with Josh Looman, the lead designer of the upcoming NFL Head Coach. He gives great insight on how you'll scout and draft players, run practices, design plays, coach during games, and much more. If you're a football fan you don't want to miss this interview. Well, it looks like everyone survived the first episode of From the Bleachers so we've decided to push our luck again and release a second one. What fantastic stuff could we possibly cram into this episode? The big highlight is an in-depth interview with Josh Looman, the lead designer of the upcoming NFL Head Coach. He gives great insight on how you'll scout and draft players, run practices, design plays, coach during games, and much more. If you're a football fan you don't want to miss this interview. Well, it looks like everyone survived the first episode of From the Bleachers so we've decided to push our luck again and release a second one. What fantastic stuff could we possibly cram into this episode? The big highlight is an in-depth interview with Josh Looman, the lead designer of the upcoming NFL Head Coach. He gives great insight on how you'll scout and draft players, run practices, design plays, coach during games, and much more. If you're a football fan you don't want to miss this interview. tag:odeo.com,2008-04-16,25342919 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22482453-From-the-Bleachers-04-16-08 Well, it looks like everyone survived the first episode of From the Bleachers so we've decided to push our luck again and release a second one. What fantastic stuff could we possibly cram into this episode? The big highlight is an in-depth interview with Josh Looman, the lead designer of the upcoming NFL Head Coach. He gives great insight on how you'll scout and draft players, run practices, design plays, coach during games, and much more. If you're a football fan you don't want to miss this interview. What, you want more? How about... Wii Fit Our terrible picks from last week Mario Super Sluggers Hockey! Kobe Bryant's age Melo's little DUI adventure Aaron's crazy brother Your comments and phone calls New terrible picks for this week! Have something you want to get off your chest? Comments? Ideas for a new segment or how to improve an existing segment? Do you think Shanker might be legally insane? Leave us a comment below, send an email to FromTheBleachers@GameSpot.com or pick up th... Well, it looks like everyone survived the first episode of From the Bleachers so we've decided to push our luck again and release a second one. What fantastic stuff could we possibly cram into this episode? The big highlight is an in-depth interview with Josh Looman, the lead designer of the upcoming NFL Head Coach. He gives great insight on how you'll scout and draft players, run practices, design plays, coach during games, and much more. If you're a football fan you don't want to miss this interview. What, you want more? How about... Wii Fit Our terrible picks from last week Mario Super Sluggers Hockey! Kobe Bryant's age Melo's little DUI adventure Aaron's crazy brother Your comments and phone calls New terrible picks for this week! Have something you want to get off your chest? Comments? Ideas for a new segment or how to improve an existing segment? Do you think Shanker might be legally insane? Leave us a comment below, send an email to FromTheBleachers@GameSpot.com or pick up the phone and dial 1-866-406-2638 and tell us what's on your mind. Simply left-click right here to listen right away, or right-click and save the file so you can put it on your fancy new iPod later. This is a pretty large file, so be patient if it doesn't start playing right away. Thanks for listening! Well, it looks like everyone survived the first episode of From the Bleachers so we've decided to push our luck again and release a second one. What fantastic stuff could we possibly cram into this episode? The big highlight is an in-depth interview with Josh Looman, the lead designer of the upcoming NFL Head Coach. He gives great insight on how you'll scout and draft players, run practices, design plays, coach during games, and much more. If you're a football fan you don't want to miss this interview. What, you want more? How about... Wii Fit Our terrible picks from last week Mario Super Sluggers Hockey! Kobe Bryant's age Melo's little DUI adventure Aaron's crazy brother Your comments and phone calls New terrible picks for this week! Have something you want to get off your chest? Comments? Ideas for a new segment or how to improve an existing segment? Do you think Shanker might be legally insane? Leave us a comment below, send an email to FromTheBleachers@GameSpot.com or pick up the phone and dial 1-866-406-2638 and tell us what's on your mind. Simply left-click right here to listen right away, or right-click and save the file so you can put it on your fancy new iPod later. This is a pretty large file, so be patient if it doesn't start playing right away. Thanks for listening! tag:odeo.com,2008-04-16,22482453 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 11:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25342920-From-the-Bleachers-04-09-08 GameSpot and SportsGamer editors discuss Madden's next cover athlete, Shanker's bizarre obsession with Kobe Bryant, the release date for Gran Turismo Mobile, Aaron's crazy Chicago Bears-loving brother, Jose Canseco's career as an author, Brian's anticipation of THQ's Baja, Mike Vick's prison football career and much, much more... GameSpot and SportsGamer editors discuss Madden's next cover athlete, Shanker's bizarre obsession with Kobe Bryant, the release date for Gran Turismo Mobile, Aaron's crazy Chicago Bears-loving brother, Jose Canseco's career as an author, Brian's anticipation of THQ's Baja, Mike Vick's prison football career and much, much more... GameSpot and SportsGamer editors discuss Madden's next cover athlete, Shanker's bizarre obsession with Kobe Bryant, the release date for Gran Turismo Mobile, Aaron's crazy Chicago Bears-loving brother, Jose Canseco's career as an author, Brian's anticipation of THQ's Baja, Mike Vick's prison football career and much, much more... tag:odeo.com,2008-04-09,25342920 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies http://www.odeo.com/episodes/22482454-From-the-Bleachers-04-09-08 GameSpot and SportsGamer editors discuss Madden's next cover athlete, Shanker's bizarre obsession with Kobe Bryant, the release date for Gran Turismo Mobile, Aaron's crazy Chicago Bears-loving brother, Jose Canseco's career as an author, Brian's anticipation of THQ's Baja, Mike Vick's prison football career and much, much more... GameSpot and SportsGamer editors discuss Madden's next cover athlete, Shanker's bizarre obsession with Kobe Bryant, the release date for Gran Turismo Mobile, Aaron's crazy Chicago Bears-loving brother, Jose Canseco's career as an author, Brian's anticipation of THQ's Baja, Mike Vick's prison football career and much, much more... GameSpot and SportsGamer editors discuss Madden's next cover athlete, Shanker's bizarre obsession with Kobe Bryant, the release date for Gran Turismo Mobile, Aaron's crazy Chicago Bears-loving brother, Jose Canseco's career as an author, Brian's anticipation of THQ's Baja, Mike Vick's prison football career and much, much more... tag:odeo.com,2008-04-09,22482454 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 11:00:00 -0700 no From the Bleachers Games & Hobbies