The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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Hour 4: Nathan Zegura Slams Robert Mays Over Deshaun Watson Analysis Oct 09, 2026

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Nathan Zegura joins Ken and Lima on 92.3 The Fan to defend Deshaun Watson's recent performance while calling out national media critics for ignoring the quarterback's clutch play. They also mediate a hilarious studio conflict over the social etiquette of eating ice cream alone and discuss the Browns' special teams improvement.

(00:02:16) Ice Cream Studio Drama

(00:06:00) Watson's Clutch Passing Game

(00:09:36) Rebutting Robert Mays' Criticism

(00:13:07) Sean Payton Calling Plays

(00:16:43) Hurricane Pronunciation Debate

(00:25:15) Solo Ice Cream Masculinity

(00:35:50) Coming In Hot Calls

Comin' In Hot Oct 09, 2026

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Is Getting Ice Cream Alone Feminine? Oct 09, 2026

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A calm talk about the Browns’ top-five special teams coverage units and Larry Izzo turns into a full-blown feud when Anthony Alandt and John clash over Anthony’s solo ice cream run before the Guardians game. Kayla weighs in, old grudges surface (strawberry pancakes, a Browns jacket and Penn State) and Fan Cash Friday winner Frank from Painesville gets pulled in as the tiebreaker.

Nathan Zegura Says the 3-1 Browns Haven't Played Their Best Football Yet Oct 09, 2026

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Ken and Lima talk with Nathan Zegura about the 3-1 Browns, who he says haven't put together 60 good minutes yet but keep finding ways to win, with Deshaun Watson leading three straight game-winning drives. Nathan praises rookie receivers Denzel Boston and KC Concepcion, says Sunday's Jets game is a chance to handle business and not a trap, and defends Watson's deep throws against Robert Mays' criticism. They also cover Marvin Harrison Jr.'s struggles in Arizona, Sean Payton taking back play-calling duties in Denver, and early Super Bowl contenders.

Did White Sox Fans Booing Jose Ramirez Wake Up the Guardians' Star? Oct 09, 2026

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Lima relives jumping off the couch for Jose Ramirez's go-ahead home run and argues the White Sox crowd's booing fueled him and may have turned around his whole season. Ken pushes back, saying booing works on LeBron, Jordan and Brady because they control the game with the ball, while a hitter is in a passive spot, though he agrees boos can motivate a whole team. They wrap up with Lima's moral of the story: if the White Sox are ever on the road again, keep booing.

Daryl Ruiter Expects the Guardians to Beat the White Sox in Game 5 Oct 09, 2026

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Daryl Ruiter tells Ken and Lima he's confident the Guardians win Game 5 and move on to face the Rays, praising Stephen Vogt as a younger Terry Francona, calling Jose Ramirez's turnaround legendary, and worrying about Tanner Bibee's struggles. They also shrug off Jim Thome wearing White Sox gear, then turn to the 3-1 Browns, where Daryl backs raising expectations and gives the update on the injured defensive line before Sunday's Jets game. Daryl and Ken then pile on producer John for buying a Browns jacket as an Eagles fan, calling it weak sauce and quizzing him on Browns championships.

Would the Guardians Really Rather Play Game 5 on the Road? Oct 09, 2026

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Ken and Lima take on the idea that the Guardians are better off on the road, and both want Game 5 at home, though Ken worries the extra day off could cool down a lineup that just got hot. Callers praise the deadline pickup of Bailey after his pinch-hit homer sparked the comeback, and they debate the Hunter Gaddis and Cade Smith bullpen decisions. A caller also dreams of a Browns win over the Jets setting up a huge Cleveland sports Monday.

About Last Night: MLB Proposed a Shortened Schedule & Jalon Daniels Victory Oct 09, 2026

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Ken and Lima like MLB's proposal to shrink the schedule to 154 games and let the top seeds pick their opponents in the first two rounds, arguing the drama and rivalries are worth the gimmick. They also react to the Buccaneers beating the Cowboys with undrafted rookie Jalen Daniels for their first win without Baker Mayfield. They close on the Cavs' preseason opener, where Peyton Watson's spot-up shooting and rim protection give them hope he can help in a run at the Knicks in the East.

Was Stephen Vogt Right to Trust His Gut With the Guardians' Bullpen? Oct 09, 2026

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Ken and Lima go through Stephen Vogt's postseason decisions, from using Tanner Bibee in relief to bringing in Gavin Williams with a five-run lead and sticking with Angel Martinez. They also credit Will Venable for the White Sox's early plan, and callers praise Vogt, point out Jose Ramirez is having fun again, and call the postseason a third season of managing arms. The hour ends with Ken being talked into reading the Cosmopolitan feature on Shedeur Sanders, and he agrees to report back on it.

Social Media Wanted Vogt Gone Until the Guardians Tied the Series Oct 09, 2026

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Ken and Lima argue that the online meltdown over Stephen Vogt ignores how wild the postseason always is, defending his Gavin Williams, Angel Martinez and pinch-hitting calls while giving Will Venable credit on the other side. They admit the Tanner Bibee move backfired, but say it backs up why Vogt skipped him in Game 3, and they agree his headspace is an offseason conversation. A caller praises both managers and Chris Antonetti and Mike Chernoff's roster work, and Ken and Lima marvel at how fast Jose Ramirez and Jo Adell went from struggling to carrying the lineup.

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