The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima

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About Last Night: LeBron's Sixers Debut & Milwaukee's Timeless Tickets Oct 21, 2026

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In "About Last Night," the crew recaps LeBron James' Sixers debut, a 106-100 win that spoiled the Knicks' ring night, and admits they bailed on it for South Alabama-Marshall. They agree the real question is whether LeBron and Joel Embiid can stay healthy enough to get Philly out of the East. They also dig into the Brewers' $1,000 "timeless tickets" controversy, where holders were pushed to the upper deck for the World Series until the team let them keep the ticket too, and wonder if the Guardians should copy the idea.

Would You Call the Police on an Elderly Driver After A Crash? Oct 21, 2026

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Lima tells Ken the story of chasing down a rolling car at a Bay Village gas station, where an elderly man left it in neutral with his wife inside, and it ended up wedged against a fire hydrant. He admits he didn't have the heart to call the police because he didn't want the couple to lose their independence, and Ken and Lima debate whether he should have. Callers, including a minister, mostly say Lima should have made the call to protect the couple and other drivers, while a few defend his decision.

Should the Browns Trade for Jonathan Taylor at Age 27? Oct 21, 2026

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Ken and Lima keep digging into whether the Browns are a quarterback away, agreeing they have the makings of a good team but are too thin to be a true contender without a top-tier QB like Josh Allen. A caller from North Ridgeville asks about trading for Jonathan Taylor, and they debate the age-27 running back cliff, citing the Christian McCaffrey trade as a cautionary tale. They also credit Lance Reisland's "end every drive with a kick" philosophy and say that avoiding turnovers should be enough to beat Tennessee.

Was Deshaun Watson Right to Play It Safe Against the Ravens? Oct 21, 2026

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Ken and Lima revisit Ben Solak's claim that the Browns are a quarterback away and defend Deshaun Watson's cautious first half, agreeing with Moose Johnston that nobody was open and noting he didn't turn it over. They argue that a risk-averse game manager is what this team needs right now, that Shedeur Sanders would likely throw more touchdowns and more picks, and that fans need to accept the 30-year-old version of Watson. With the league's QB class struggling, they say the goal at 4-2 is to maximize the roster and reach the playoffs, not mortgage the future for a 35-year-old Khalil Mack.

Are the Browns Really Just a Quarterback Away at 4-2? Oct 21, 2026

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Ken and Lima preview the AFC North roundup, then react to Mary Kay Cabot's push for the Browns to trade a second or third-round pick for 35-year-old Khalil Mack. They push back on Ben Solak's claim that the Browns are a quarterback away, arguing that league-wide QB play is weak and this isn't the year to skip steps with a shaky offensive line and tight end room. They close by asking listeners whether the Browns should chase Mack or stay patient.

Was Junior Caminero's 39-Second Home Run Trot Too Much? Oct 21, 2026

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Ken and Lima open by bickering over who was sadder after the Guardians' series loss, then move on to Junior Caminero's 38.7-second home run trot and whether it crossed a line. They compare it to Petey Halpin's bat flip, debate whether the objections are generational, and argue that MLB wants more personality. Their boss Keith rips them for talking bat flips two days later, and Warren, 62, says players should act like they've been there before.

PODCAST: Massillon Pride and Reese's Shedeur Fan Reality Check Oct 20, 2026

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Ken Carman explores the unique atmosphere of the Massillon-McKinley high school football rivalry and shares a humorous story about a prank involving his father's fence. Reese Young later debuts his "Reese's Pieces" segment, arguing that overzealous fans of Shedeur Sanders are hindering the quarterback's development and poisoning Cleveland sports discourse.

(00:01:00) Massillon-McKinley Rivalry History

(00:07:49) Pranking Ken's Father's Fence

(00:10:48) Legendary Massillon Football Coaches

(00:13:00) Reese's Pieces Debuts

(00:14:23) Shedeur Sanders Fan Rant

Full Show: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Oct 20, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the Cleveland Guardians' heartbreaking ALCS loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, focusing on the controversial pitching decisions in Game 6 involving Tanner Bibee, Matt Festa, and Tim Herron. They also delve into the Cleveland Browns' recent success, debating the sustainability of their defense and Deshaun Watson's performance, alongside interviews with Zach Jackson and Anthony Castrovince.

(00:01:50) Guardians Postseason Heartbreak

(00:07:00) Carman And Lima Conflict

(00:12:45) Comparing Guardians And Rays

(00:17:15) Deep Pitching Management Critique

(00:23:00) Tanner Bibee Roster Usage

(00:27:15) Holding Hitting Accountable

(00:33:00) Junior Caminero Trade Fallout

(00:38:35) Seven In Heaven Rankings

(00:44:30) Browns Defensive Sustainability Debate

(00:53:40) Blame It On Rain

(00:58:15) Gavin Williams Health Concerns

(01:03:15) Roster Mismanagement Discussion

(01:07:15) About Last Night News

(01:17:45) Zach Jackson Browns Analysis

(01:23:15) Browns Postseason Probability

(01:28:15) NFL Trade Deadline Strategy

(01:34:10) Evaluating Ugly Browns Wins

(01:45:45) The Neutral Zone Segment

(01:56:55) Anthony Castrovince Guardians Interview

(02:07:10) Stephen Vogt Seattle Rumors

Hour 1: How Badly Did Vogt Mismanage the Pitching Staff? Oct 20, 2026

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The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima reacts to the Cleveland Guardians' disappointing exit from the ALCS after losing to the Tampa Bay Rays. Ken and Lima debate Steven Vogt's pitching decisions in Game 6, specifically questioning why Tanner Bibee didn't start and why relievers like Tim Herron and Matt Festa were used. The discussion also touches on Junior Caminero's emergence as a potential villain for Cleveland fans following his trade from the organization.

(00:01:55) ALCS Pennant Loss Reaction

(00:05:35) Questioning Vogt's Pitching Decisions

(00:09:20) Ken and Lima Debate Sadness

(00:13:05) Guardians Season Success Debate

(00:16:35) The Tanner Bibee Mystery

(00:22:35) World Series Rooting Interests

(00:26:45) High School Football Slander

(00:34:15) Junior Caminero Trade History

Hour 2: Is Gavin Williams’ Healthy? Oct 20, 2026

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Ken Carman and Anthony Lima break down their weekly AFC rankings, focusing on the Browns' playoff probability and the performance of the defense under Mike Rutenberg. They also process the Guardians' postseason exit, debating Stephen Vogt's pitching management and the future of the roster under potential new ownership.

(00:01:50) Seven-in-Heaven NFL Rankings

(00:07:34) Analyzing Browns Defensive Depth

(00:15:13) Reacting to Guardians Playoff Loss

(00:18:33) Gavin Williams Pitching Health Concerns

(00:22:41) Guardians Spending and Ownership Transition

(00:32:33) Jalen Hurts Injury and Halftime