Shootin' Bull (Bleav, Michael Krasney)

We can Shootin' Bull, THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show. Why?

Because we have guests like ESPN SportsCenter anchor John Anderson talk about his days on ESPN and as the host of Wipeout on ABC.
Turner Ward talks about winning the World Series with Toronto, and crashing through the wall at Three Rivers Stadium.
Ryan McNeil talks about being a National Champion with the University of Miami Hurricanes, and how he got to be such a ballhawk in the NFL.

It's an episode full of stories, laughs and shootin' bull!

Shootin' Bull is THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show and this week MLB player and award winning broadcaster Steve "Pyscho" Lyons and 4x NFL Pro Bowler Leroy Irvin join host Neal Michaels. This episode really feels like you're just listening to friends shootin' bull over sports.

What happens when you invite two MLB icons to talk baseball, a little football, some golf and what food to put out when hosting game day?

You get SEAN CASEY and BRIAN MCRAE taring it up on this episode of Shootin' Bull. We guarantee you will laugh, learn a little and hear some stories you have NEVER heard before!

This is why we call Shootin' Bull THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show.

Three incredible men, three amazing guests.
From his fame and success at DUKE and the NBA, Mike Gminski shares hilarious stories of Dr. J, Michael Jordan and his success (and sometimes lack thereof) with them. Randy Grimes tells stories of his 10 years as the center of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and how, in his decade with them, their best record was 6-10. AJ Ramos talks about his meteoric rise in MLB to being an All Star closer.

Then each of these courageous men get very real.

AJ talks about how he tried overcoming injury and how he tried and tried and pitched until his arm almost literally fell off. Randy talks about his addiction to opioids and pain meds, which in his world (and the world of the NFL) were everyday occurrences; until he no longer had a job, but the addiction remained. And Mike talks about taking his first drink at 15 years old, the heartbreaking story of what triggered his drinking to get worse and how he fights against alcohol addiction every day.

Each one of these men have overcome to now help others in similar situations. Their stories are raw, real and make for an amazing episode of Shootin' Bull.

I love it when a show has so many great stories, and the guests' chemistry is so good that we run long and have to cut the show into two parts. That's what we did with this episode. Lincoln gets very real, then cracks us up (constantly!), Michele shares her experiences including talking about her last broadcast (incredible!), Jason's insight into the pressure of being a QB, are soooo good that we just let it roll. So, we struggle but eventually put together our Mount Rushmore of Raiders players, agree on what NOT to eat at a ballpark and Lincoln proves that he truly has his quarterback's back- even Jason's!
This is a truly hilarious, well paced terrific PART ONE of our episode with MICHELE TAFOYA, LINCOLN KENNEDY and JASON CAMPBELL. Enjoy!

What happens in Part Two of the episode with Lincoln Kennedy, Jason Campbell and Michele Tafoya? I totally lose control, that's what? Michele makes up her own dare, Jason does impressions, Lincoln goes all TMI on us.
Shootin' Bull really lives up to our name when we deliver head nodding, laughing inducing, story telling bull shootin! This is why Shootin' Bull is called THE celebrity, sports talk, roundtable program show.
SPOILER ALERT- You WILL need tissues; you'll do the ugly laugh cry!

Who was the greatest wide receiver to ever play for the Washington Redskins/Commanders? Russell and Mark have different vantage points but agree on the top choice. Aaron helps us build the Mount Rushmore of Minnesota Twins (there certainly are a lot more than 4 great choices), and the gents handle "Truth or Dare" with style! This is a very fun episode with a lot of great info and even more laughs!

We pick up where PART ONE left off, with Matthew, Matt and Fred. We learn more about each of these amazing gentlemen including how MATTHEW LAURANCE went from Hollywood to working as a sideline reporter with Coach K at Duke. We also find out what MATT SIMMS calls his Dad and love his self-effacing humor, while FRED LYNN tells us what's wrong with his actual (physical) MVP award.

THIS is why we call Shootin' Bull, THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show.

Great stories abound on this episode of SHOOTIN' BULL.

Greatest football movie of all time? The guys debate and decide. The greatest college football program of all time? A lot of discussion of how you get to the top. And a surprise answer to who is baseball's GOAT.

It's all part of the fun when Miami Dolphins 7x Pro Bowler RICHMOND WEBB, MLB All Star MATT JOYCE and 3x Pro Bowler CARL LEE join host NEAL MICHAELS for this fun filled, laugh packed episode of Shootin' Bull.

You're not going to want to miss the "Truth of Dare" either. We're still laughing!

Shootin' Bull is called THE CELEBRITY SPORTS TALK ROUND TABLE PROGRAM SHOW and this week's episode is the reason why. So many laughs, such great chemistry and stories that have to be heard to appreciate.
STEVEN WRIGHT, AARON BEASLEY and SCOTT HAMILTON make you feel like you're just sittin' around Shootin' Bull with them about sports, food and life. This is a MUST LISTEN!

WOW! What an episode this is! Hilarious, thought provoking and all around fun.

Solomon, Nat, Matt and host Neal Michaels discuss and debate the 4 people who should be on the Mount Rushmore of Houston sports. George Foreman? Warren Moon? JJ Watt? Nolan Ryan? Bagwell? Biggio? Eddie George? Earl Campbell? How do you pick just 4?

The heat really gets turned up when talking about condiments on your burger. Mayo or no mayo? The opinions are strong and unbending.

This episode is EXACTLY why we call Shootin' Bull THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show!

Introducing Wendy Suzuki: 2 Powerful Tools To Use When You Feel Stressed Out (This Will Lower Your Anxiety in 1 Minute) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.

Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

What’s one thing that’s been stressing you out lately?

Have you noticed any physical signs of stress in your body?

Today, Jay with renowned neuroscientist, professor, and author Dr. Wendy Suzuki to explore the science of anxiety, stress, and resilience. Wendy is the author of Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion and Healthy Brain, Happy Life, where she explores how movement, mindfulness, and positive habits can enhance brain function. 

Jay and Wendy discuss the physiological effects of chronic stress, how it impacts key brain regions like the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, and why movement, breathwork, and mindfulness are essential for improving brain health. They also examine why so many people ignore their own stress cues and how simple daily habits can rewire the brain for greater well-being.

Wendy opens up about her personal experience with grief, explaining that the flip side of anxiety and grief is deep love. She shares why embracing these emotions, rather than avoiding them, is key to healing. Jay also reflects on his own journey of overcoming anxiety and the mindset shifts that foster growth and resilience.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Through Breathwork

How to Use Movement to Improve Brain Health

How to Identify Your Personal Stress Cues

How to Build Resilience After Trauma

How to Create a Morning Routine for Mental Clarity

How to Foster Meaningful Social Connections for Brain Health

Instead of letting stress and anxiety control you, start taking small, intentional steps to rewire your mind for resilience, clarity, and joy.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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Join Jay for his first ever, On Purpose Live Tour! Tickets are on sale now. Hope to see you there!

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:11 Get to Know the Brain's Potential

02:10 What Makes a Healthy Brain?

04:35 The Complexity of the Brain

06:12 Scientific Difference Between Anxiety and Stress

09:42 Breathing Techniques for Anxiety

15:36 The Dangers of Chronic Stress

17:34 Protect Your Brain from Stress and Anxiety

19:38 What's Your Morning Routine?

21:39 Exercise Promotes Better Brain Function

23:36 Staying Focused Takes Effort

26:34 Start Small to Build a Habit

28:38 Everyday Anxiety Versus Anxiety Disorder

33:05 How to Look at Anxiety Differently

36:24 Approaching Grief with Positivity

40:03 How Resilient is the Brain?

42:57 Emotional Trauma 

45:19 Can We Resilience Against Trauma?

47:29 The Joy Conditioning

52:32 The Classic Growth Mindset

57:13 What Happens in the Brain During Healing 

01:00:20 The 5 Pillars of Better Brain Health

01:05:48 Find a Natural Place of Community Gathering

01:07:43 Develop the Love for Learning

01:11:37 Your Brain is Beautiful

01:14:04 Does Positive Affirmation Work?

01:15:05 4 Things That Make Memories Stick

01:19:35 How to Strengthen Your Memory

01:20:47 Wendy on Final Five 

Episode Resources:

Wendy Suzuki | Website

Wendy Suzuki | Flickr

Wendy Suzuki | Instagram 

Wendy Suzuki | Facebook 

Wendy Suzuki | LinkedIn

Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion

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This week on Shootin' Bull, JIM LEYRITZ, GARY REASONS and GABRIEL SCHRAY debate topics like "Which is the most hated franchise in all sports?" and "Is sideline reporting becoming too invasive?".
Then, each of our guests face the dreaded "Truth or Dare" with some absolutely hilarious results.
Neal Michaels hosts this episode of Shootin' Bull.

Yep,we took one of Boston's favorite sons and put him in an episode with a New York Jets QB and a long time Yankees fan. And the chemistry is amazing! FRED LYNN, MATT SIMMS AND MATTHEW LAURANCE tell stories, challenge each other, and are an absolute blast together.
THIS is why we can SHOOTIN' BULL, THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show.
We had so much fun with this episode that we had to break it up into PART ONE and PART TWO. This is PART ONE with these gentlemen. Part TWO will be available next week.
ENJOY!

This week, our guests and I debate which athlete is making too much money; who the greatest Atlanta Falcon is; and what to do if your steak comes off the grill too rare.

We also talk golf, baseball, football and Ovie figures out who Dan Plesac is!

It's a lot of fun, laughs and a great listen.  This is why we call Shootin' Bull THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show.  ENJOY!

Take a man who was on the Red Sox World Series winning team, and the US Olympic gold medal team; match him with an athlete who despite being a punter, is also a member of a track and field Hall of Fame; add to that a popular sports talk host from one of the largest radio markets in the country and you have this week's Shootin' Bull. This is why we call Shootin' Bull THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show.

Talk about guys who know their stuff! This week, Super Bowl Champion and All-Pro QB STEVE BEUERLEIN, host of the wildly successful podcast "The Dawg Check" MAX LOEB and 1988 US Gold Medalist in baseball, member of the College Baseball Hall of Fame and member of the Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers pitching staffs, Big BEN McDONALD bring knowledge, humor and insight to this week's episode of Shootin' Bull! ENJOY!

The wheels on the bus go round and round, and so do our guests when we discuss who had the sweetest swing in MLB history (was it Ichiro, Will Clark, Ken Griffey, Ted Williams) and why were they all let handed? Ken also talks about some of the "love taps" he gave quarterbacks and how the game has changed to protect QBs.

If you ever wanted to eavesdrop on star athletes talking sports, here's your chance.

ENJOY!

Shootin' Bull is at its best when our guests debate topics, create a friendship and just shoot the bull about sports. That's the actual purpose of the show; for the show to sound like YOU (the listener) listening in on our guests, as if they're just hanging out at someone's house or a sports bar talking sports.
This episode hits the bullseye as Gregg and Carl (a 2x All Pro) and an All Star and Rookie of the Year dive deeper into each other's sport and go beyond the normal chatter.

Oh, and yes, there is singing. Of course, there is signing.

This episode is why we call Shootin' Bull THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show!

What happens when you invite two MLB studs to talk baseball, a little football, some golf andwhat food to put out when hosting game day?

You get SEAN CASEY and BRIAN MCRAE taring it up on this episode of Shootin' Bull. We guarantee you will laugh, learn a little and hear some stories you have NEVER heard before!

This is why we call Shootin' Bull THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show.

Wait! Heath Bell really was going to buy a snow making machine and cover his whole South Florida neighborhood to give them a "pretend" winter wonderland? YEP
Don Slaught, who has one of the greatest nicknames in baseball history actually had a different nickname when he came to the big leagues? YEP
And are you telling me that Reggie Brooks who gained over 1300 yards in a season at Notre Dame and over 1000 in the NFL was actually NOT originally a running back?
And in our Truth or Dare, there will be singing. And there will be....well you just have to listen to find out, but you are going to want to hear this!

Which is cooler- Eric Byrnes' 20 HR/50 RBI season, or Tony Banks being part of the Super Bowl winning Baltimore Ravens? Or is it Joey Greco's 10 year run as host of "Cheaters"?
Or really, is it the debate between the California taco shops or the Dallas taco shops? Carne Asada or Chicken and Waffles?
These are the hotly contested questions on this week's hilarious episode of Shootin' Bull.

Rick Barry as the keynote speaker at Willie Mays' birthday? He tells that story right here. Jerry Reuss singing "We are the Champions as part of a Dodgers singing group that appeared on TV? You betcha, the story's right here. Connor Onion having to tell us which of his broadcast partners could really have used a mint? Yes yes yes! All of these great stories are all captured in this week's episode of Shootin' Bull!

He pitched in the majors for 16 years and was virtually untouchable in the post season, Jeff Fassero is in the house. He's a 3x Super Bowl winner and a 3x All Pro, 49ers great Randy Cross is here. And one of the most sought after NFL Draft minds in the country, just in time for the Draft, Joe DeLeone joins the fun.

In this episode, we debate topics such as "Who is the best 2 sport player ever?" and of course, our guests face the dreaded "Truth or Dare". Spoiler Alert- there will be singing.

All on this episode of Shootin' Bull.

This one is a blast! Long time Buffalo Bills WR and current Aurora University head coach DON BEEBE and long time Texas sportscaster CHRIS TAVAREZ discuss and debate subjects ranging from "which is the best "subway series" (Mets/Yankees, Cubs/White Sox, Lakers/Clippers, Rangers/Islanders) to "Who is the greatest Buffalo Bills player to ever don a Bills uniform"?
The gents also face the dreaded "truth or dare" and BOTH take the dare. So, that's hilarious!

This is why we call Shootin' Bull "THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show".

The celebrity sports talk round table program show is back with another episode, with superstar guests Ed Marinaro (from the NFL and actor on "Hill Street Blues" and "Blue Mountain State"), OJ McDuffie (FINS UP! Miami Dolphins WR and member of the Dolphins Walk of Fame) and Lary Sorensen (MLB All Star pitcher).
We debate issues such as "Who is the best left handed quarterback of All Time?" and "Who is on your Mount Rushmore of Golf?" In our "Truth or Dare" segment", will anyone take the dare?
Find out this week on "Shootin' Bull" with your host Neal Michaels.

What happens when you get a World Series Champion, a Super Bowl Champion, and a guy who calls himself a "hacker" on the same show? You get this week's SHOOTIN' BULL. And we have a Shootin' Bull FIRST! Derrick May actually faced Bret Saberhagen NINE times in his career and we talk about the result of those at bats. We also talk about guys who should be in the Hall of Fame, what's on their Nachos and what's a NACH-NO? And we talk about all of the great work these three gentlemen are doing after retiring from playing. Hint: These amazing gents are all doing AMAZING things to help others. It's a terrific, fun and heart warming episode. Just don't bring the jalapenos!

Shootin' Bull is THE celebrity sports talk roundtable program show, and yes, we talk sports.

In this episode we debate how Saquon Barkley's 2024-5 season will be judged in NFL History.

We also get into the great debate over "bone-in vs. boneless" wings, and it gets HOT in here!

Want to hear a great Rocky Balboa impression? It's here. Some singing? Yep, right here.

We pack so much into one episode that this is a MUST LISTEN!

On this week's episode of Shootin' Bull, Dallas Cowboys DB GEORGE TEAGUE MLB closer TREVOR ROSENTHAL and the owner of Tobacco Road Sports and host of Bleav in Panthers DESMOND JOHNSON discuss and debate the greatest RB of all time; starting pitchers winning 20, and what their "go to" food is when having friends over. This episode is the perfect bland of story telling, great sports talk and lots of laughs!