The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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Caller Drops Bombshell Theory on Why Watson Still Starts Over Sanders Sep 04, 2026

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Ken and Anthony wrestle with fan disdain for Deshaun Watson boiling over, admitting they were stunned to see a caller actually show up and boo Watson at Fan 15 after promising to do just that. A caller named Paul then floats a theory neither host had considered in two weeks of debate, forcing them to confront an uncomfortable possibility about why Watson might still be ahead of Shedeur Sanders. The guys also needle themselves over how often they thank insider Albert Breer for his Browns intel only to immediately disregard it.

Guardians Fans Demand Answers on Ralphy Velazquez Call-Up Snub Sep 04, 2026

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Ken and Anthony preview their upcoming interview with Guardians GM Mike Chernoff by unpacking the team's back-to-back series losses and whether anything Ralphy Velazquez does in the minors would actually earn him a call-up. From there they pivot into the ongoing QB debate, playing a clip of fellow radio hosts arguing that fan support for Shedeur Sanders is really just disdain for Deshaun Watson in disguise. The guys push back on the idea that Todd Monken owes anyone a detailed explanation for the competition and debate whether the fanbase is applying real logic or just years of frustration to the decision.

Fans Refuse Free Deshaun Watson Card Even Bundled With Shedeur Sanders Sep 04, 2026

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Ken and Anthony recap the Fan 15 event at Dave & Buster's, where a signed Deshaun Watson card sat unclaimed for so long they had to bundle it with a Shedeur Sanders card just to get someone to take it. They dig into what that says about the fanbase's lingering feelings on Watson heading into a make-or-break stretch that includes Jacksonville and Tampa Bay in the first two weeks. The guys also break down Colorado's ugly win over Georgia Tech and touch on the Bill Belichick/UNC scandal before setting up an appearance from Guardians GM Mike Chernoff.

Full Show: Thursday, September 3, 2026 Sep 03, 2026

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The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima discusses the Cleveland Guardians' recent performance and the intense MLB playoff race. They also analyze the massive penalty handed to the Los Angeles Clippers, evaluate the controversy surrounding Cleveland Browns assistant general manager Catherine Raîche's recent press conference attire, and debate the team's quarterback situation.

(00:02:20) Guardians Run Differential

(00:07:13) Staff Personal Style

(00:12:05) Clippers Cap Circumvention

(00:17:04) Deshaun Watson Trade

(00:23:00) Browns Quarterback Rumors

(00:28:00) Roster Construction Discussion

(00:35:27) Assistant GM Wardrobe

(00:47:36) MLB Financial Discussion

(00:55:31) Matt Derry Interview

(01:06:43) Baseball Market Disparity

(01:12:33) Professional Sports Ethics

(01:19:37) Tiger Woods Driving

(01:28:26) Mike Florio Analysis

(01:35:01) Mary Kay Cabot

(01:42:13) Offensive Line Depth

(02:02:54) Executive Criticism Backlash

(02:14:35) Colorado Season Preview

(02:19:54) Worst Trade Rankings

Hour 1: Is the Kawhi Leonard Clippers Fiasco the Worst Trade in Sports? Sep 03, 2026

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Ken and Anthony analyze the Guardians' blowout loss and the impact of run differential on their playoff standings. They debate if the massive NBA penalties handed to the Clippers make the Kawhi Leonard deal worse than the Browns' trade for Deshaun Watson. Additionally, they examine Assistant GM Catherine Raîche's response to trade rumors and Meredith Kane’s critique of her press conference fashion choice.

(00:01:50) Guardians Loss and Run Differential

(00:08:14) Playoff Rotation and Pitching Decisions

(00:12:01) Clippers Record Cap Circumvention Penalties

(00:15:00) Leonard Versus Watson Trade Debate

(00:21:45) Catherine Raîche Clarifies Trade Comments

(00:28:56) Quarterbacks as Valuable Trade Currency

(00:35:30) Predicting a Five Win Season

(00:37:35) Meredith Critiques Raîche Fashion Choice

Hour 2: Lima Proposes Sacrificing an MLB Season for a Salary Cap Sep 03, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima debate the necessity of an MLB salary cap after an ESPN report highlights anonymous player pushback. Matt Derry joins to discuss the Cleveland Guardians' recent defensive struggles and whether the team should bench rookie Travis Bazzana. They also analyze the NBA's major sanctions against the Los Angeles Clippers.

(00:01:50) Guardians and Browns Preview

(00:05:15) MLB Salary Cap Debate

(00:12:01) Matt Derry on Guardians

(00:17:54) Travis Bazzana Usage Debate

(00:23:00) MLB Financial Reform Discussion

(00:32:33) NBA Clippers Cap Sanctions

(00:37:43) Tiger Woods Legal Trouble

Hour 3: Lima Argues Browns Would Struggle Even With Shedeur Sanders at QB Sep 03, 2026

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Anthony Lima and Ken Carman evaluate the decision to start Deshaun Watson, debating whether public opinion should influence coaching staff choices. Mary Kay Cabot provides insight into the locker room atmosphere and addresses the criticism directed toward Catherine Raîche's wardrobe. They wrap up with a sobering look at the team's win total projections and the limitations of the current roster.

(00:02:13) Earnhardt Anniversary Banter

(00:05:46) Florio On Fan Influence

(00:12:09) Mary Kay Cabot Interview

(00:17:14) Roster Depth And Development

(00:20:52) Offensive Line Injury Updates

(00:30:22) Lima Defends Five-Win Outlook

(00:36:09) Watson vs Sanders Curiosity

Hour 4: Worst Trade Ever: Deshaun Watson vs. Kawhi Leonard Sep 03, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dive into the controversy surrounding Mary Kay Cabot's remarks on Browns Assistant GM Catherine Raîche's attire. They evaluate the fallout of the Kawhi Leonard trade for the Clippers and debate if it's more disastrous than the Deshaun Watson deal.

(00:02:05) Mary Kay Cabot Controversy

(00:07:21) Double Standards in Cleveland

(00:13:08) College Football Season Preview

(00:19:34) Comparing Historic Bad Trades

(00:24:14) Baker Mayfield Franchise Status

(00:33:56) Extreme Heat Training Acclimation

(00:39:59) Akron Zips Season Opener

Ken Digs Up a Bernie Kosar Story to Win the Cold-Weather Argument Sep 03, 2026

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Ken and Anthony gripe about the brutal late-summer heat and humidity in Cleveland while ribbing each other over practice logistics for teams that train in Florida heat versus cold-weather playoff games. Ken pulls out a receipt from a conversation with Bernie Kozar about a playoff loss tied to acclimating for the cold, using it to settle an old argument with producer Keith. The guys also hype up the Fan 15th anniversary event at Dave & Buster's, including a possible off-air Q&A where Ken teases he might finally spill some stories he can't tell on air.

Does the Kawhi Leonard Fallout Finally Top the Deshaun Watson Trade? Sep 03, 2026

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Ken and Anthony revisit the "worst trade in sports history" debate now that the Clippers' punishment includes a jaw-dropping haul of forfeited first-round picks tied to Kawhi Leonard, and argue over whether that finally unseats the Browns' Watson deal — with Myles Garrett's departure thrown into the mix as a wrinkle. They also wrestle with whether penalizing draft picks actually punishes the owner or just leaves Clippers fans holding the bag for years. Plus, the guys break down tonight's biggest college football matchups, including Colorado's high-stakes trip to Georgia Tech.

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