CLE Talk is our weekly podcast fully dedicated to Cleveland Sports. Bob and Chris grew up in Cleveland, cheering passionately for all of its sports teams Our daily conversations always revert back to the current events of the sporting world and our favorite teams. We want to share our conversations with you in the mold of a show. Recorded weekly, the show takes a look at the major news surrounding all the relevant Cleveland teams — including the Browns, Cavaliers, Indians and Buckeyes.
Our old What Are You Talking About podcasts are archived here.
We've decided to hang up the podcast after three and a half years and 184 episodes. Bob and Chris discuss the big current events. And then, for the grand finale (27:35), debate which Cleveland team will win a championship next?
The Cleveland Indians made a bold trade deadline move, sending prospect Francisco Mejia for relievers Brad Hand and Adam Cimber, Bob and Chris evaluate the deal and whether or not it makes the Tribe one of the American League's elite. Plus Josh Gordon will miss the opening of Browns training camp.
The Browns and Cavs have two rookies who are expected to be the future faces of the franchise. Bob and Chris debate who is more likely to become Cleveland's next superstar: Quarterback Baker Mayfield or point guard Collin Sexton. Plus the Indians land six All-Stars.
Cleveland and Boston have traded blows in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals. Tied at 2-2, Bob and Chris breakdown Game 5. Plus the Cavs lotto luck falters, the Indians make a big rotation move and the Browns get the call from HBO.
The Cleveland Browns made Baker Mayfield the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft, Bob and Chris discuss if he was the right choice. Plus a complete breakdown of the Browns draft, the Cavs advance to face Toronto, the Indians struggle and the Blue Jackets get knocked out.
The Cleveland Cavaliers got off on the wrong foot in the NBA Playoffs, losing badly to the Indiana Pacers. Bob and Chris debate whether or not the Cavs are in trouble and pick the rest of the first round series. Plus the Indians come alive, the Blue Jackets surprise and the Browns sign one of their best players to big extension.
Most of the NBA contenders have been riddled with injuries, but the Cavaliers seem to be getting healthy at the right time. Bob and Chris discuss if Cleveland's championship odds have increased. Plus the Browns check out some quarterback prospects and the Final Four has a wild card team.
The Cleveland Browns made a ton of signings in free agency, Bob and Chris breakdown the moves. Plus March Madness wrecked the brothers' bracket and the Cavs get more unfortunate news.
NFL free agency is about to begin, Bob and Chris discuss if the Browns should sign Kirk Cousins to a huge contract or try their luck in the NFL Draft. Plus the Cleveland State Vikings NCAA Tournament run falls just short, Ohio State gets upset, the MAC Tournament tips off at The Q and Kevin Love opens up.
Nick Foles is not an elite quarterback, yet he has his team a win away from the championship. Bob and Chris debate whether or not the Browns can win a Super Bowl without an elite quarterback. Plus the Indians are getting rid of Chief Wahoo, kind of, and one big potential trade target for the Cavs is off the board.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are a mess right now, Bob and Chris determine whether or not it's time to panic. Plus the Indians might be close to a big trade and the Browns hire an offensive coordinator.
With the new year fresh, Bob and Chris give the Browns, Cavs and Indians New Years resolutions for 2018. Plus Jay Bruce signs with the Mets and the Browns may be zeroing in on an offensive coordinator.