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**The Growler**

Paul Dehner Jr., senior Bengals writer for The Athletic, takes you inside Paycor Stadium to keep you informed and entertained on all things Bengals. He’s joined by Mo Egger of ESPN1530, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox19 & Charlie’s Chalkboard, Jay Morrison, of Sports Illustrated and comedian Mark Chalifoux across four shows a week to elevate the conversation about the team from gritty details to philosophical debates to comical storylines and postgame analysis.

Latest Episodes:

Who Dey Light: Street racing, drafting character, comedian Luke Null Mar 28, 2025

Show notes

Paul and Mark kick off the weekend on Who Dey Light

Opening Day and Growl Pals

Making Mark feel better about the free agency misses

Ja'Marr and Tee are street racing lambos?

Shout out Eric Sztanyo of Keller Williams!

Questions on starter opposite Trey Hendrickson, drafting character concerns, AFC North draft picks, golf outing appearances and mock drafts.

Comedian Luke Null, Cincinnati native, OU and SNL alum, joins the show. Check out his new special: Pretty Songs, Dirty Words.

Dad life on sad Kroger trips and the Pink Pony Club.

Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

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PD&Jay: Latest on Hendrickson, mock talk, contracts simplified w/ Spotrac's Michael Ginnitti Mar 26, 2025

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Paul and Jay are back and cover a ton of ground as the Bengals stay busy off the field.

-- Welcome Power Stacks with Giesenschlag & Goldsmith and the arrival of the word "Network."

-- Trey Hendrickson reporting -- how much should you believe and how much is a soap opera?

-- What's next in free agency? Anything?

-- The Growl Gals, Kelsey Kenter and Karey Matteucci from barre3 Mariemont with important defense reconstruction questions

-- Mike Ginnitti, co-founder/editor of Spotrac, simplifies what you need to know about the Tee Higgins, Ja'Marr Chase and potential Hendrickson contracts.

-- Consensus big board evaluation for R1

-- Updating the Growler bracket contest

-- ARBIES: Jay's got more radio contest stories

Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY

Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast

POWER STACKS WITH GIESENSCHLAG AND GOLDSMITH:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/power-stacks-with-giesenschlag-goldsmith/id1803944356

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nqcfPbSEn5ukliyjYJtx0?si=09fFCl02RtyJ0YSVOFsBrA

YouTube: www.YouTube.com/@PowerStacks

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Introducing a new Reds podcast: Power Stacks with Giesenschlag & Goldsmith Mar 26, 2025

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Reds pregame show host Brian Giesenschlag and reporter Charlie Goldsmith bring you what they’re hearing about the Reds, share interviews from the clubhouse and break down the latest Elly De La Cruz highlight. They’re along for the 162-game ride as the Reds try to take the next step.

Follow and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PowerStacks

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/power-stacks-with-giesenschlag-goldsmith/id1803944356

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nqcfPbSEn5ukliyjYJtx0?si=09fFCl02RtyJ0YSVOFsBrA

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Bridging the Bengals team build with Steve Palazzolo Mar 24, 2025

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Paul is joined by Steve Palazzolo of the 33rd Team and the Check The Mic Podcast.

They assess the status of the Bengals team build and bridge the gap from Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase to free agency and the draft.

-- Was signing Higgins and Chase reckless or right?

-- What league trends say about the decision to go young on defense

-- Drafting premium positions and the Bengals current needs

-- Sorting through the plan of attack in the first round

-- Is safety or linebacker a smart option at 17?

Watch and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY

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Who Dey Light: Guard talk, Bengals v. pundits, physical depreciation Mar 21, 2025

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Paul and Mark kick off the weekend getting back into the routine of taking your questions.

-- The concerns at guard at numerous, discussing Teven Jenkins, Lucas Patrick, Brandon Scherff and all the "better options"

-- Bengals spar with media and the expected chaos of a fractured landscape ensues

-- Our guy Eric Sztanyo at Keller Williams is giving away season tickets to the Bengals! Listen to find out how to win.

-- Your questions on how Jermaine Burton will impact character risk picks, free agents you would add, dead money debate, trading back and why are our bodies falling apart?

-- Dad life on kids knowing too much about Diddy and kids putting in manual labor.

Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvD

Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast

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Takeaways and scenes from the Tee & Ja'Marr press conference Mar 19, 2025

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Paul, Jay and Charlie convene after spending Tuesday at Paycor Stadium for the Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase press conferences.

-- Hear from Chase and Higgins: "One-A. I'm fixing it."

-- Happiness and appreciation at work and the filtering down effect

-- Why they wanted to share the spotlight

-- Did the Bengals shift back into draft-develop-retain mode?

-- The Growl Gals are here and prove to be one of us because they have guard questions

-- What's next with Trey Hendrickson?

-- Enter the Growler Bracket contest and Graeters shippers are on the move

-- Jay's Got record-breaking stats

-- ARBIES on spiders, Tommy Tuberville and Drake & Josh rankings.

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Watch and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY

Links to socials, Growl Pal shirts, YouTube, podcast platforms and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast

Subscribe to Charlie’s Chalkboard on Substack: https://charlieschalkboard.substack.com/

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Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins signing aftermath Mar 17, 2025

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Paul Dehner Jr., Jay Morrison and Mo Egger assess the impact of the Bengals' deals with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

- The fallout of what's next at guard, linebacker and defensive line.

- The contract numbers and what we know about their impact.

- What will be said about these deals in three years?

- An appreciation for what Joe Burrow, his two receivers and their representation pulled off.

- Why the Bengals chose not to go to war.

- Learn about our Growler Podcast bracket contest for a Graeters shipper pack!

Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY

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Who Dey Nights: Contemplating what's next with Trey Hendrickson Mar 14, 2025

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Paul, Mark, Charlie and Jay take on another day during free agency week, take questions and get into a long discussion about what comes next with Trey Hendrickson.

Plus, Eric Sztanyo of Keller Williams joins and drops BIG NEWS.

Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY

Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast

Subscribe to Charlie’s Chalkboard on Substack: https://charlieschalkboard.substack.com/

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Who Dey Nights: Bengals panic meter rises Mar 13, 2025

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Paul, Charlie, Jay and Mark assess the panic level fans should be feeling about the lack of activity from Cincinnati during free agency. From guards to defensive line to linebackers to safeties and the Big 3 contracts hovering over it all. Plus, hear from BJ Hill and questions from the chat room on YouTube.

Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY

Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast

Subscribe to Charlie’s Chalkboard on Substack: https://charlieschalkboard.substack.com/

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who Dey Nights: Welcome to Marco Wilson Tuesday! Mar 12, 2025

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Paul, Mark, Jay and Charlie wrap up a slow Tuesday of free agency for the Bengals and take a look at what might come next.

Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast

The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604

The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY

Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcast

Subscribe to Charlie’s Chalkboard on Substack: https://charlieschalkboard.substack.com/

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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