In the latest recap episode, we talk sports, Fairleigh-Dickinson University and music as always! Len spends a LOT of time extolling the genius of BTO, to the chagrin of Diamond Listener Matt Engle. Beave decries the very existence of Pavement, and wonders how Rolling Stone can rank their album "Wowee Zowee" ahead of the Beatles' "Help". Len wonders about the health of Zach Lavine while exchanging texts with "Mattbags" host Matt Beyer about the one and only Red Rifle. Beave recommends the documentary "The Terry Kath Experience", and Len recomends "Hustle". Tune in!

SNL has been on the air for 47 years, and in that time so many characters have come and gone. Which characters are your favorite? Which SNL cast member had the best characters? Which popular characters do you actively despise? In a 96-character bracket, which characters would be your top seeds? Are the Blues Brothers actual SNL characters, or just musical guests and therefore ineligible? Which SNL hosts came up with the best characters? We go through all these burning questions for you. Tune in!

The newest recap episode features a ton of great music, including Johnny Cash, John Hiatt, the goddam Outfield, and the Byrds. We review albums from these artists, plus our "I Recommend", including Beave's struggles with Robert Pirsig. We also talk the World Series, the Cavs' hot start, the Kyrie Irving issue, and the Bears' recent moves. Tune in at once!

In September, Rolling Stone unveiled its list of the Top 50 TV Series of all time. And Len and Beave are close on the heels of this list with EXPERTISE! What shows were rated properly? What shows absolutely do not belong? Can one season qualify a series for greatest of all time? Should game shows be considered? Talk Shows? WHY WASN'T MIAMI VICE ON THIS LIST??? We go through all these questions and much more, in a spirited debate! Tune in for our long-awaited thoughts on Rolling Stone's latest!

In the latest recap episode Len reviews five records from his personal list of all-time Top 500 favorite records, including Son Volt's "Okemah and the Melody of Riot" and Lisa Loeb's "Firecracker". Len also celebrates the Chicago Bears' thrilling upset of the New England Patriots in Foxboro, and expresses high hopes for the Bulls. Beave reviews Curtis Mayfield's "Curtis" and Led Zeppelin's "Houses of the Holy" from Rolling Stone's Top 500 Albums of the All Time. They also talk Creed, Linkin Park and Nirvana. Tune in for KNOWLEDGE.

Beave and Len discuss the upcoming 2022-23 NBA season and predict the NBA Finals matchups. Len invites Luka Doncic to Mashwaters for complimentary mashed potatoes, to Beave's chagrin. Len predicts Ayo Dosunmu will become a star in Lonzo Ball's absence. Beave worries about how Donovan Mitchell will fit in with the Cavs. We talk through the Bulls and Cavs in great detail, and also pick teams that will make a huge improvement and those who are a bit overrated. Tune in for hoops EXPERTISE!

Beave tries to concentrate on his podcasting duties, while the deciding ALDS Game 5 undergoes a rain delay. Len and Beave decide to blast Uncle Tupelo while heading down to LiqrBox. They talk through the Guardians/Yankees series to date, in particular the classic Game 3. They also suffer through the mandatory NFL segment where they are forced to discuss the crappy Bears and crappier Browns. Beave recommends the documentary "Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead", and Len recommends a trip to the Brookfield Zoo. And then Rolling Stone's Top 500 albums of all time! And Len's personal Top 500 albums of all time! Understand Possum Kingdom! Tune in for EXCELLENCE.

Len and Beave explore the life and music of the legendary Elton John. They try to select a 45-minute playlist of his best songs (an impossible task), and discuss his place in the annals of 70s rock. They compare him to other singer-songwriters from that era (including Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, etc.) and also compare him to other top-selling artists of all time. What songs are your favorites, and what are your favorite Elton John albums? Tune in for melodic expertise!

In the latest recap episode, Beave celebrates the Guardians' advancement to the next round of the MLB playoffs against the hated New York Yankees.  Len and Beave do a final debrief on the Cubs and Sox.  Both Len and Beave refuse to talk about the Bears or Browns, based on their pathetic recent weekends.  Beave derides the first quarter of the book "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance".   Len reviews Neil Young's latest album, "Toast".  and the Cowboy Junkies' "Songs of the Recollection".  Plus Len reviews incredibly obscure albums (to Beave, anyway) for his personal Top 500 list.  Beave ponders Bjork and whether he should play her album "Post" at his next party.  And Beave reveals his hatred of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, to Len's delight. Tune in!

In a very special episode of Jagbags, Beave and Len talk through their favorite memories of the famed Wrigley Field. What are yours? From Jose Cardenal to Bruce Sutter to Ryne Sandberg to Andre Dawson to Mark Prior to Anthony Rizzo to Ian Happ, we have you covered. They try to explain what makes Wrigley such a special place, and why it attracts visitors from all over the world. There is so much that is unique about the appeal of Wrigley, and we encapsulate it for you in great detail. Finally, they talk through their very favorite memories of Wrigley over the years, which makes for a terrific episode. Tune in now!

Len and Beave talk through Jagbags Night and attending celebrities that wished us well, including Belinda Carlisle, Sean Penn, Tom Ricketts, Swift and his sons, and GULLIVER! Plus Beave breaks down the Guardians' chances against Tampa, as well as the Cardinals' recipe for self-destruction. Beave reviews the new documentary on Sinead O'Connor, "Nothing Compares". Len reviews the new John Irving 900-page epic, "The Last Chairlift". Len reviews Wilco's "Sky Blue Sky" while Beave tries not to gag. Beave reviews Weezer and Van Halen's debut albums and decries their ridiculous ratings (with support from Len). Tune in at once!

Beave and Len discuss the latest Facebook bracket, which explores the hits of the Jackson family dynasty. From the Jackson 5 to the Jacksons, to Jermaine, LaToya, Marlon, Janet, and what's-his-name, we cover all the decades of amazing tunes and #1 hits. Beave tries to the guess the Number One seeds from the bracket. What is your favorite Jackson 5 song? Your favorite Janet song? Michael? And why didn't Jermaine and Pia Zadora record an entire album? These are the burning questions, and Len and Beave give you solutions. Tune in now!

Beave celebrates the Guardians' Central Division title all weekend long at LiqrBox, while Len lauds the mound work of Cubs pitcher Adrian Sampson, better known as The Litigator. Beave and Len dream of a Guardians/Cardinals World Series. Beave also celebrates the Browns' dismantling of evil Pittsburgh, while Len confidently predicts the Bears' impending playoff appearance. Beave reviews "Confess, Fletch" and the Showtime documentary "The Kings". Len gives thumbs up to the new Marvel offering, "She-Hulk: Attorney At Law". Plus reviews of albums by the Police, Neil Young, AC/DC, and DAFT PUNK! Watch us put Robert Christgau to shame!!

Jagbags NFL correspondent Matt Beyer takes time off from his NFL Network gig to join the guys and provide his expert analysis. We go over the Browns, Bears, and the rest of the league. Will Mitch Trubisky thrive in Pittsburgh? Is Matt Eberflus a good hire for the Bears? What is Justin Fields' ceiling? Is Jalen Hurts Good? Does Baker Mayfield just need a change of scenery? Will Rodgers and Brady ever go away? Who will win the Super Bowl? MVP? We utilize our superior knowledge to give you the ultimate football insights. Tune in NOW!

The Men of Jagbags return with a freewheeling episode that covers Beave's day at Riot Fest, the continuing playoff push of the Guardians, the end of the WNBA season, "The Gray Man" and "Everything, Everywhere, All At Once", plus albums by Bill Withers (Just As I Am), Neil Young (Tonight's The Night), Black Sabbath (their flawless debut), and Beck (Midnite Vultures). This is MUST LISTEN. Tune in NOW!

After an unprecedented sabbatical to go to fantasy basketball camps and workplace solitary confinement, Beave and Len return with a TWO HOUR recap episode, where they talk all things Dave Grohl, the winding down of the MLB season and the start of the NFL season, Rolling Stone's Top 500 Albums List (Beave reviews "Alive" by Kiss), "I Recommend", and Len unveils his own "500 Favorite Albums" for Beave. Tune in for the RETURN OF JAGBAGS!!!

Len and Beave talk the new bracket available on Facebook, covering the most iconic music videos of all time. What music videos are your favorite? What four videos should be the #1 seeds? What was the first music video that you remember? What is the weirdest video of all time? Who will win the bracket? So many questions....and we answer them fearlessly. Tune in for EXPERTISE!

In the newest episode of Jagbags, Len and Beave talk the latest Emmy nominations, particularly "Succession", "Ozark", "Murders In The Building", and "Ted Lasso". Len laments the snubbing of Atlanta, and Beave makes mental notes on all the shows he has missed! They go into great detail on the characters of the show "Succession". (Which character is your favorite?) Plus, MLB, particularly the recent Guardians/Sox series on the South Side, plus WNBA recap, "I Recommend", and Beave's long list of Roling Stone Top 500 album reviews! TUNE IN!

Len and Beave discuss the life and career of the legendary Neil Young. What are his top five albums? His top five songs. They talk through the impossible task of constructing a 45-minute playlist of great Neil tunes as well. Neil's prolific output, superior songwriting, and his collaborations with Crosby, Stills and Nash are also discussed. Finally, they discuss books devoted to the man and his music. Tune in for jams, and discussions of jams! Put some Jagbags in your ear!

Beave and Len kick off Season 3 of Jagbags with a hot HOT recap episode! Beave provides a review of the new Paramount Plus series "The Offer". Plus -- the guys go over the results of the Steve Martin bracket, in particular the movie "Three Amigos". Beave and Len receive an irate fax from Sox manager Tony LaRussa. Len's legal counsel Franklin Sampson has stern words for Beave, warning him to provide Len with his chocolate cheesecake forthwith! Len and Beave discuss trading Ian Happ. Plus Chicago Sky without "Sloot", Rolling Stone Top 500 albums, and more! TUNE IN!

We're talking all things "The Godfather", "The Godfather, Part 2", and (briefly) "The Godfather, Part 3". Is "The Godfather" the greatest movie ever made? Is "The Godfather, Part 2" better? Who gave the best performance in those movies? What is the best scene in the movie? What's behind the universal appeal of these movies? We talk the main themes of the movies, the actors and artists who made them great, and the various storylines of these landmark films. THIS IS THE FINAL WORD ON THESE MOVIES!! Tune in now!

Len and Beave discuss the Chicago White Sox, and their prospects for the rest of this season. Beave strangely defends the Sox's chances for contention, and Len accuses Beave of being on Tony LaRussa (TL)'s payroll. They also talk through the Cubs' and Guardians' All-Star selections. Also, the Chicago Sky and the WNBA All-Star Game! Plus: Boylen! TOUGHNESS!! They also talk through the new trailer for Amsterdam, and go through the films of David O. Russell. Beave reviews "Thor: Love & Thunder". Len reviews the jams of the Brit rock band Wet Leg, and their songs "Piece of Sh*t" and "Chaise Lounge". Plus Rolling Stone's Top 500 Albums reviews! TUNE IN NOW!

Beave and Len talk about their favorite books they were assigned in school. Tune in for a spirited discussion of book titles such as "Charlotte's Web", "A Wrinkle In Time", "1984", and "To Kill A Mockingbird", among many others. Len talks about the SOPHISTICATED titles he read in high school, while Beave tries to talk Mad Magazine and Russian literature. There's also talk of Dickens, Kafka, Thomas Hardy, and J.D. Salinger. Also, Len tries to sabotage the discussion by bringing up the acting genius of Bruce Boxleitner, leading Beave down a potential rabbit hole to "Tron" and "How The West Was Won".

It's a sports-filled recap episode, as we talk the Browns' trade of Baker Mayfield, the Bulls signing of Andre Drummond and Zach LaVine, the improving Cubs, the sinking Guardians, the Sky's chances as the WNBA heads into the All-Star Break, the tumultuous Phoenix Mercury, the 2022 USFL Championship (which will go down as an Instant Classic), and their great QB Case Cookus, Plus we talk Rolling Stone's top 500 Albums of all time, a discussion of "Obi-Wan Kenobi", plus the Mark Twain Comedy Awards honoring Jon Stewart. TUNE IN AT ONCE!

We're talking the films of one of the great American masters on the new Jagbags: the one and only Martin Scorsese. We talk his best films, his most underrated (and overrated), his best documentary, the best performance in his films, and which film should win a 32-film bracket. Tune in for EDUCATION!

Len celebrates the opening of his amazing mashed-potatoes-and-water vibed restaurant Mashwaters, with an A-List celebrity turnout, Beave's jazz sextet, Richard Daley's drunken antics, Mickey Morandini's security detail, and an appropriate handling of an unruly Chicago weatherman Andy Avalos. Beave and Len discuss the place of Stephen Curry in the Pantheon of NBA All Time Greats. Beave celebrates THE GUARDIAC KIDS and their late-inning June heroics. Len recommends the new Pixar movie "Lightyear". Beave talks up the new Angel Olsen record. And six more Rolling Stone Album reviews! Neve Campbell, thank you for the podcast love!

Internationally acclaimed New Wave expert Marlana May Carlson joins Jagbags for a MAMMOTH discussion of all things New Wave music, as well as . Take a trip down memory lane, as Marlana spins the New Wave jams and we talk hits by Tears for Fears, the Human League, Duran Duran, the Cars, Howard Jones, and that's only for starters! Beave battles his failing voice as he compares his 45-minute New Wave playlist to Len's and Marlana's. Len disparages the Pretenders' "Brass In Pocket", to Beave's chagrin. They discuss the important questions like "Is Men At Work New Wave?", "How many Cocteau Twins albums do you own?" and "Why isn't Culture Club in the Rock Hall of Fame?"

In the newest Jagbags, Len directs you to the jams, with a review of the new Black Keys album. Len's elderly agent suggests a cure for Beave's scratchy throat, veiled as a threat of job loss. Beave exults over the first-place Guardians and their late-inning resilience. Beave and Len dismiss the White Sox and call for Tony LaRussa's job. And they go through the new MLB All-Star ballot. Len starts his new job as President of the International Courtney Vandersloot Admiration Club. Beave recommends "Operation Mincemeat", available on Netflix, as well as SIX albums on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Albums of All Time. Tune in for HISTORY!

Noted cinema expert Bruce Hollett joins the podcast to talk all things Ethan & Joel Coen and their amazing movies. Bruce gets over his dissatisfaction with the Jagbags green room craft service to provide his all-time top five films, best performance in a Coen Brothers movie, most underrated Coen Brothers work, and their most disappointing film. The quotes fly at a fast and furious pace, so lock it into Jagbags for COEN EXPERTISE!

Beave and Len started out this podcast episode with the best of intentions, but once they learned about the seminal 1987 sexploitation classic "Stripped To Kill", ALL BETS ARE OFF. Marvel at their deep dive into the strong character work of Kay Lenz, Greg Evigan and Norman Fell, as well as the directing genius of the great Katt Shea! Oh and they also talk Chicago Sky, MLB, and the NBA Finals as well. Plus "I Recommend", the 80s music bracket, and album reviews of Toots and the Maytals and Sly & The Family Stone. Put some Jagbags in your ear!

Forget what you thought you knew about Mr. Billy Joel. This podcast is, without question, the most important and the final word on this subject. We dissect all the albums. We make the 45-minute playlists. We rank the greatest songs. No stone is left unturned. You want amateurish thoughts on this subject, go read Chuck Klosterman. But if you want EXPERTISE on Billy Joel, put it right on here Jagbags!

Beave and Len discuss Kobe Bryant's most rabid Facebook fan, and Len shares MANY thoughts about the Cubs, including optimism and pessimism. Len delights in the name "Konnor Pilkington". Beave and Len discuss Tony LaRussa's job security. The NBA Finals come into sharp focus. Vandersloot and James Wade chide Beave for ignoring the Chicago Sky. Beave reviews the newest season of "The Boys". Len enjoys White Castle's latest gourmet offering. And Beave reviews Rolling Stone's placements of Arctic Monkeys, GZA and Bruce Springsteen albums in its all-time Top 500. TUNE IN!

This COMPREHENSIVE episode of Jagbags goes over all the entrants in Len's newest bracket: "What Musical Acts Dominated the 80s"? Beave tries to guess the top four seeds in the bracket, while Len snickers. Tune in for the suspense! Who is seeded higher, Rick Springfield or Men At Work? Did Richard Marx or Loverboy make the bracket? Should Paul McCartney's 80s output be under consideration? And what act has an outside sleeper's chance at winning the whole thing? Tune in NOW!

In the newest recap episode, the specter of Franklin Sampson looms large over the podcast. Beave tries to stay awake after moving his entire family into a new home. Len likes the Cubs' competitiveness and applauds David Ross' aggressiveness. Beave openly roots for his all-time favorite Cleveland baseball player Jose Ramirez and invites him to dinner. (No response yet) Beave and Len preview the NBA Finals, and Beave celebrates the demise of the Mavericks. Beave reviews the new Harry Styles LP. Len celebrates the hilarity of Bob's Burgers. And much, much more! Tune in!

Prince's good friend Kirk Pynchon comes back to Jagbags to discuss the life and career of His Royal Badness. We talk his best (and worst) albums, and construct 45-minute playlists covering his hits, his top guitar performances, and songs to make love by. What is his best five-album streak? What is his best album that no one knows about? We argue over who was the better friend to Prince, and also a quick tangent we discuss why Carlos Boozer is the ultimate jagoff. Finally, we discuss why "Come" is secretly one of Prince's greatest records (you are welcome). Tune in now!

In the latest recap episode, the Jagbags' brilliant legal counsel Franklin Sampson bests Neil Diamond's team in a court of law. Len celebrates a perfect Chicago sports day with the Cubs and Sky and considers accepting Ian Happ in his inner circle of Most Favored Cubs. Beave bemoans the ill treatment of Shane Bieber by Guardians fans, and celebrates the Warriors' 3-0 series lead against the lucky Dallas Mavericks. Len offers his services to the Sky as a rebounding consultant by fax. Beave talks "Gaslit" and Len recommends the book "Sicker In The Head" by Judd Apatow. Finally, the guys review past albums by Eminem and Roxy Music. Tune in NOW!

It's been a while since our last podcast, but we are attempting to make up for it with a MAMMOTH discussion of all things MLB! The 2022 baseball season is swinging into June, and our Jagbags baseball correspondent Anthony D'Andrea is back for another lively and spirited program. We talk all things Cubs, Sox and Guardians, plus we break down the contenders and pretenders for the World Series. In addition to our love of Cubs and Guardians, we also hate on the Yankees and Cardinals and go over a list of current players and their future Hall of Fame chances. And last not but not least, we talk the end of "Ozark", and its place in the television pantheon. Strap in for the marathon!!! Put us in your ears NOW!

Len celebrates the Dallas Mavericks' advance into the Western Conference Finals while Beave pouts and cries.  Lil Wayne teams up with Beave to grandly predict the Golden State Warriors' sweep.  Beave faxes his prediction to the entire Mavs squad.  Len tells Stephen A. Smith to calm down.  Beave recommends the Paul Thomas Anderson movie Phantom Thread.  Len recommends War's Greatest Hits while Beave applauds.  Then he recommends Billy Joel's "River of Dreams" while Beave snickers.  Beave recommends albums by X Ray Spex and the Cars.  And we talk the conclusion of the Neil Diamond bracker, and Len addresses the sadness of Neil Diamond. Tune in NOW!!!

Len and Beave discuss the work of Nick Hornby in rhyme and riddle, like two true literary dudes. From "High Fidelity" to "About A Boy" to "Fever Pitch" to his latest work, "Just Like You", we break down his work, his love of pop culture, and his fixation on men stuck in ruts. Len implores Beave to stop bringing up the Welsh on every podcast. Len works his staff nearly to death in order to read all of Hornby's work. Tune in for LITERARY EXCELLENCE.

In a marathon recap episode, we talk the 2022 Rock Hall inductees, the Guardians' ninth inning miracle on the South Side, the amazing James Wade, the new Doctor Strange movie, Suzanne Vega, and SEVEN reviews from Rolling Stone's Top 500 Albums! Plus the cheating Dallas Mavericks, the Cubs' roller coaster start, and Beave UNLOADS on Tom Waits. Tune in for EXPERTISE!

We talk the movies of Paul Thomas Anderson and Wes Anderson on the newest Jagbags. Which movies do you like best? Which director is better? Who had the better debut? We know how their movies and sensibilities are different, but how are they the same? We go through nearly all of their films, break them down for you, and compare each movie in chronological order. Tune in and see if you agree! JAGBAGS!!!

Beave and Len give you a NO HOLDS BARRED discussion of various sports and entertainment topics for your listening pleasure! Barry! Ozark! Henry Winkler! Jason Bateman! Luther Vandross! Parliament! Lucky, lucky Luka! Tune in for expertise!

Diamond Listeners rejoice! We are giving you a musical two-fer with the newest episode of the podcast. We will talk the music of Elvis Costello, and then give you a SPECIAL TREAT with a quick discussion of the musical saint himself: Mr. Neil Diamond. We also get into John Parr briefly, and Beave fends off his latest admirer Ursula, and her posters. We talk the best Costello albums, songs, and compare him to other of his contemporaries. What Elvis albums are your favorites? And he is better than John Parr? Tune in for musical expertise!

In the latest recap episode, Beave and Len talk MLB, the Jekyll-Hyde Guardians, and the frustrating Cubs. Beave debuts his David Byrne Covid hairstyle, and lobbies for a podcast devoted entirely to Fisher Stevens. Len recommends the movie "The Bad Guys", and the "Children of Nuggets" compilation LP. Beave talks the new Julia Roberts/Sean Penn series "Gaslit" and gifts himself a Sydney Sweeney poster while wracked with Covid. He also reviews albums by Madvillain and Talking Heads. Tune in immediately.

In a daring recovery of the "lost" Jagbags episode, Len and a Covid-infested Beave try to talk the music of U2, but wind up going down the irresistible rabbit hole that IS Top40Weekly.com. Is DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince better than Sade? Is Bono a jagoff? Ted Nugent's 1975 self-titled LP -- all jams? What is the better album: The Joshua Tree or Achtung Baby? What songs would go on your 45-minute playlist? Tune in for FUN TIMES!

In the new recap episode of Jagbags, Beave brings up Ian Happ as a future Hall of Famer, and Len responds forcefully. We talk the NBA playoffs, and Len contacts lawyers in connection with Luka Doncic's prolonged absence from the playoffs. We talk the Nets/Celtics series in particular, which seems to be the most evenly matched series of the playoffs to date. Len recommends the new Eddie Vedder solo album and the new Spoon album. And Beave submerges you in his Rolling Stone Top 500 with reviews of George Harrison, Drake, Aerosmith, and MOBB DEEP. Tune in right now!

Noted Elvis expert Christopher Marcum joins Jagbags to talk the life and career of a true American original: Elvis Presley. They talk his life, his music, books devoted to his life, his cultural impact.....and yes, his movies. We try to make sense of his 31 movies, his countless songs, the '68 comeback special, his output for Sun Records, as well as the upcoming Baz Luhrmann biopic. It's gonna be a HOT ONE! Tune in!

Beave and Len celebrate the opening of the new MLB season by talking future Hall of Famer Steven Kwan! Plus, they share their predictions for the play-in and first round of the NBA playoffs. They also talk results to date from the 70s movie bracket, and Beave faxes himself several complaints. Tune in for EXPERTISE!