The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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Can the Guardians Really Cover for a Browns Loss to the Jets? Oct 12, 2026

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After Todd Monken vows to own the loss, Ken and Nick Pedone go through fan reactions on X, including the claim that Ken is making excuses for Isaiah Bond and the people demanding he act mad. Ken refuses to fake anger because the Guardians' ALCS run outweighs a week five loss, while Nick argues 4-1 would have meant playoff talk and now worries about the run game, depth and penalties. They debate whether this team is a seven-win overachiever or headed for a bottom-four finish, and then argue about whether Seven in Heaven is still on for tomorrow.

Should Browns Fans Be Angry After Losing to the Jets? Oct 12, 2026

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Ken Carman says he can't get mad about the Browns' loss in the rain at the Jets because the Guardians clinching the ALCS berth softened the blow. He argues the loss is explainable, pointing to the weather, Deshaun Watson's struggles in bad conditions, turnovers, penalties and special teams. Fill-in host Nick Pedone pushes back that the loss exposed problems the wins were masking, and by the end the show is arguing over whether the playoff talk is dead.

POSTGAME REACTION: Browns lose to the Jets 17-12 Oct 11, 2026

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Daryl Ruiter and coach Lance Reisland break down the Browns 17-12 loss to the Jets. Deshaun Watson doesn't get much help; the offensive line allows 8 sacks, run game still ineffective; special teams 4th quarter breakdowns plus the defense makes enough plays to win.

Interviews of the week on 92.3 The Fan: Oct. 5-9 Oct 11, 2026

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Tune in for a selection og guest spots and interviews with the hosts of 92.3 The Fan during the past week. Featuring Nathan Zegura, Nick Kostos, and Jake Asman.

Best of Browns on 92.3 The Fan: Trap game in New York? Oct 10, 2026

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Tune in as the hosts of 92.3 The Fan set the scene for the Browns' Week 5 matchup against the Jets. While the Jets are only 1-3, the oddsmakers have pegged the Browns as underdogs. Are the Browns and their fans taking this game for granted? Plus, do the Browns have a legitimate chance at the playoffs, and are the Browns really a good team or just a team with a good record?

Best of The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima: Oct. 5-9 Oct 10, 2026

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In this clip from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, the hosts break down the Cleveland Guardians' tense playoff run and debate manager Stephen Vogt's controversial yet successful postseason decisions. The conversation shifts to the gridiron as the crew vents their frustrations over the Browns' baffling decision to keep four quarterbacks on the active roster. Finally, producer John catches some hilarious heat from callers over his Philadelphia Eagles fandom and a questionable Browns jacket purchase.

Full Show: Friday, October 9, 2026 Oct 09, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cleveland Guardians' dramatic Game 4 victory and discuss Jose Ramirez's legacy-defining home run. They also touch on the Browns' strong 3-1 start, debating whether it is too early to discuss postseason expectations for Deshaun Watson and Todd Monken. The discussion highlights Stephen Vogt's managerial decisions and looks ahead to the pivotal Game 5 in Cleveland.

(00:01:55) Guardians Force Game 5

(00:06:37) Playoff Victory Expectations

(00:13:21) Browns Playoff Protocol Debate

(00:20:15) Guardians Recent Momentum Shift

(00:27:00) Tanner Bibee Relief Disaster

(00:36:10) Deshaun Watson Offensive Evolution

(00:43:12) Stephen Vogt Managerial Style

(00:51:25) Jose Ramirez Hitting Rhythm

(01:01:02) Managerial Moves Under Fire

(01:07:11) Shedeur Sanders Media Spotlight

(01:13:12) MLB Rule Change Proposals

(01:24:07) Offense Rhythm After Break

(01:35:54) Daryl Ruiter Guardians Analysis

(01:45:02) Browns Defense Health Concerns

(01:52:30) Jose Ramirez Silences Boos

(02:00:48) Nathan Zegura Browns Insights

(02:08:34) Sean Payton Play Calling

(02:19:14) Browns Special Teams Rankings

(02:25:32) Office Ice Cream Dispute

(02:30:15) Coming In Hot Calls

Hour 1: Ken Slams Nick Wilson Over Browns Playoff 'Protocol' Argument Oct 09, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima celebrate the Guardians forcing a Game 5 against Chicago after a dominant offensive display and a legendary performance from Jose Ramirez. They also revisit a heated debate with Nick Wilson regarding whether it is too early to discuss playoff expectations for the 3-1 Browns. The conversation covers Stephen Vogt's managerial decisions and the team's history of struggling in front of packed home crowds.

(00:01:50) Guardians Force Game 5

(00:04:45) Jose Ramirez Playoff Legacy

(00:08:00) Stephen Vogt Managerial Analysis

(00:13:23) Home Field Advantage Fears

(00:18:50) Chicago Series Momentum Shift

(00:26:21) Tanner Bibee Relief Struggles

(00:32:49) Browns Playoff Expectations Debate

(00:36:08) Deshaun Watson Team Perspective

Hour 2: Stephen Vogt Silences Critics as Guardians Force Game 5 Oct 09, 2026

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Carmen and Lima analyze the Cleveland Guardians' playoff performance and debate manager Stephen Vogt's high-stakes bullpen maneuvers. The conversation also covers a controversial feature on Shedeur Sanders and potential reforms to the Major League Baseball regular season schedule.

(00:01:56) Stephen Vogt Playoff Evaluation

(00:05:44) Tanner Bibee Internal Struggles

(00:10:28) Guardians Fan Phone Calls

(00:15:17) Cleveland Baseball Naming Debate

(00:19:20) Game Five Strategy Preview

(00:26:32) Shedeur Sanders Magazine Feature

(00:32:14) About Last Night Roundup

Hour 3: Daryl Ruiter: Jose Ramirez Is Back and Guardians Have the Momentum Oct 09, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down the Cleveland Guardians' playoff success and Jose Ramirez's return to form after a slow start. Daryl Ruiter joins the program to discuss Steven Vogt's managerial style and the Cleveland Browns' improved outlook under Todd Monken. They also address a heated debate over a producer's questionable decision to switch NFL team loyalties.

(00:02:08) Guardians Home Field Debate

(00:07:01) Cleveland Playoff Outlook

(00:10:05) David Fry's Huge Homer

(00:15:46) Daryl Ruiter Joins

(00:22:50) Browns Playoff Expectations

(00:26:50) The Browns Jacket Controversy

(00:34:01) Superstars Thriving Off Boos