The Official Waiting For Next Year Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Ezekiel Elliott Suspended by the NFL for Six Games Aug 13, 2017

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The Waiting For Next Year podcast is back and Andrew and Craig are discussing Ezekiel Elliott's suspension. Normally this time of year, we'd be discussing the Browns and the Browns only, but with a high profile former Buckeye like Zeke in the news, it made sense to discuss.

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Danny Salazar, Bradley Zimmer and the trade deadline: WFNY Podcast Jul 28, 2017

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With the Cleveland Indians currently rolling out a seven-game win streak, WFNY's Jim Pete and Mike Hattery dust off the EHC podcast, and dive into the why's of the streak, and how the next month could impact the Indians playoff run.

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Cleveland dining scene update with Doug Trattner Jul 26, 2017

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Doug Trattner of Cleveland Scene Magazine joins the WFNY podcast to discuss the latest news and notes in the Cleveland restaurant and food scene.

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Kyrie Irving Trade Possibilities, and Mejia with Nom - WFNY Podcast Jul 23, 2017

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Jeff Nomina has started doing videos for our YouTube channel. He did a really funny one this week that was an exclusive interview with the Cavaliers current GM at the time. That one isn't here because it's kind of a visual, but you should check it out.

Additionally, he and Hattery had a conversation about the Indians and their prospect Francisco Mejia. Finally, Nom did some work on Kyrie Irving and his recent demand for a trade. After discussing the fan perspective, Nomina dove into some of the issues and opportunities with fulfilling Kyrie's trade request.

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1:00 Nom and Hattery talk about Francisco Mejia
5:30 Kyrie Part 1 - Nom talks Cavs fan emotional perspective on Kyrie
11:30 Kyrie Part 2 - Exploring possible Kyrie trade scenarios

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Ben Axelrod talks LeBron, Browns and WKYC - WFNY Podcast Jul 21, 2017

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Ben Axelrod has a brand new gig with our friends at WKYC TV in Cleveland. He jumps on the WFNY podcast to discuss that as well as some current sports events.

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Not focusing on Ohio State anymore
Not confined to sports
WKYC adding Ben Axelrod
Engagement and interactivity
Ben moves beyond just sports
Derrick Rose and wanting the Cavaliers to sign him
Improving the talent on the roster
The Cavaliers not having a plan
Koby Altman is the GM apparently
Kevin Durant and his deal
The Golden State Warriors are the Denver Broncos
LeBron signing a final supermax contract?
Does LeBron want to play in the NBA with his son?
Nobody ever knows what LeBron is going to do
Trying to cover the Browns with positivity
Liking the Deshone Kizer draft pick and still placing bets on his chances
Have the Browns done enough to solve the QB issues?
Jay Cutler and Tony Romo in the broadcast booth?
Taking a step back and stopping repeating yourself
The Browns drive the clicks

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Spider-Man Homecoming - WFNY Podcast Jul 13, 2017

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Brian Spaeth joined me to discuss Spider-Man Homecoming. We discussed the wider Marvel universe and what this iteration of Spider-Man got right.

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Here's what else we talked about:

Tony Stark and his appearance in Spider-Man
Comparing to Tobey Maguire
Comparing to Andrew Garfield
Michael Keaton as Vulture
Spider-Man doesn't join the Avengers
Allowing Spider-Man's stories to be smaller
Vulnerability and awkwardness of Spider-Man
Weaving a universe where Spider-Man can be regular high school kid

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Ray Flanagan talks Euclid Tavern - WFNY Podcast Jul 11, 2017

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Ray Flanagan (Facebook) is one of the most talented musicians in Cleveland. You wouldn't know it from talking to him because he comes off pretty reserved, but when he's on a stage playing guitar and singing, it's immediately obvious.

Ray recently signed on to do a monthly gig - a residency - at The Euclid Tavern, which is now owned by the fine people of Happy Dog fame. Ray will be playing the first Sunday of every month from August until the end of 2017 and maybe beyond.

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Here's what else we discussed:

Ray's new "accidental" album
Working with Jim Stewart on an EP and ending up with 16 songs
Trying to be heard in 2017
Focusing on your strengths and forgetting about your weaknesses
Opening up for Train's makeup date at Nautica
Putting politics in music with subtlety
Observation versus political commentary
Standup comedians and their level of power
The history of The Euclid Tavern
Derek Hess booking the Euclid Tavern
How to use a platform

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Dan Gilbert has no plan - WFNY Podcast Jul 05, 2017

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On this latest episode of the WFNY podcast we discuss Dan Gilbert once again, this time in the wake of Chauncey Billups deciding not to join the Cavaliers.

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What is Dan Gilbert's plan in the wake of Billups?
Did Dan Gilbert ever plan for life after Griffin?
Should Dan Gilbert cater even more to LeBron James?
What moves could the Cavaliers have made with David Griffin?
How much are the Cavs worth if LeBron leaves the team?
Would it be bad for the Cavaliers to name one of LeBron's business partners as team president?
Gordon Hayward and his effect on the East
Kevin Durant signing with the Warriors to save owners money
What consideration was there for Durant to save the owners money?
Conspiracy theories about Kevin Durant's deal with Golden State
Loving Yan Gomes and still wondering what his future with the team should be.
Looking for Browns voices.

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LeBron James is still likely to stay - WFNY Podcast Jun 27, 2017

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A week after Andrew and Craig worried about the departure of David Griffin, Craig is talking about the normalization of Cavaliers news. In this episode, Craig breaks down all the recent rumors and the likelihood that LeBron decides to stick around.

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Joe Lull's conspiracy theory about Dan Gilbert and Chauncey Billups
Occam's Razor and the most likely answer
Dan Gilbert's roster
LeBron James and Dan Gilbert's marriage of convenience
LeBron has never trusted any owner or executive (Just ask Pat Riley)
Trying to enjoy the Cavaliers in one more year of contention even if it's the last for a while
LeBron is still more than likely to stay as long as the Cavaliers provide the best basketball reasons
Is LeBron going to start looking for one final maximum value, guaranteed contract to help him buy a franchise someday?

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Tribe loses bad one to O's 6-5 - EHC - WFNY Podcast Jun 21, 2017

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Jim Pete and Mike Hattery do gamer podcasts from time-to-time and they discussed the latest Tribe game against the Orioles. The Tribe lost 6-5, missing chances.

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