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Steel Curtain Network: A Pittsburgh Steelers podcast

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Pittsburgh Steelers
Aaron Rodgers
NFL Draft
Mike Mccarthy
Cleveland Browns
Offensive Line
AFC North
NFL
Will Howard
Baltimore Ravens
Cincinnati Bengals
Steel Curtain Network
Drew Aller
Nick Herbig
Joey Porter Jr.
2026 NFL Draft
Mike Tomlin
NFL Draft 2026
Football
Darnell Washington

The home of FFSN's Pittsburgh Steelers podcast feed. A feed for the Steelers fan, by the Steelers fan.

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Latest Episodes

The Pittsburgh Steelers have their first preseason game this Thursday night against the Green Bay Packers in Preseason Week 1, and there are a lot of position battles to track.

Who are the favorites? Who are the contenders?

All that, as well as the... more

The Steelers have their first preseason game only four day from now. What are fans wanting to see? Dave Schofield fills in for Bryan and takes your questions on the Steelers Sunday Night Q&A.

Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at meineldistillery.co... more

The Pittsburgh Steelers are two weeks into training camp under Mike McCarthy, and they just wrapped up their famed night practice on Saturday.

Where does the team stand heading into Preseason Week 1 vs. the Green Bay Packers Thursday night?

That's ... more

The NFL regular season is just around the corner, and it is time for you to get a feel for the betting odds on a division-by-division basis.

Next up is the AFC North.

Will the Pittsburgh Steelers repeat? Or is this the Cincinnati Bengals or Baltimo... more

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Recent Guests

Lucas Carmine
Ranger at Camp Sinekwipi Scout Reservation; long-time Georgia Bulldog fan and football coach
Camp Sinekwipi Scout Reservation
Episode: The Steelers Sunday Night Q&A: The Steelers Have a Lot of Dawg in Them
Alan Faneca
Six-time All-Pro, Hall of Famer, former Steeler
Retired NFL player, Hall of Fame
Episode: The Steel City Insider: The new-look Steelers, with Hall of Famer Alan Faneca
Bryan Anthony Davis
Guest host filling in for Big Bro
Episode: The Scho Bro Show: 5 biggest fears for the 2026 Steelers
Alan Saunders
Host/Contributor at SteelersNOW; regular guest on Steelers Morning Rush and Steelers Afternoon Drive
SteelersNOW
Episode: Let's Ride: Setting expectations for the Steelers 2026 rookies
Cody Alexander
Former assistant coach at Baylor; analyst on the Call Sheet
matchquarters.com
Episode: Let's Ride: The defensive scheme differences of Mike Tomlin and Patrick Graham
Bill Davis
Guest, Bryan's father, long-time Steelers fan and Navy veteran
Family/Sponsor appearances on the show
Episode: The Steelers Sunday Night Q&A: A Black & Gold Father's Day
Greg Benevent
Guest on Pittsburgh Standard Time, comedian and Steelers enthusiast
Independent
Episode: Pittsburgh Standard Time: Does Aaron Rodgers really provide Steelers fans hope?
Sadie Hubler
Steel Curtain Network staff member, guest on the show
Steel Curtain Network
Episode: The Steelers Sunday Night Q&A: Embracing Villainy and Schedule Release Ponderings
Corey Eckenroth
Steely's burner account contributor referenced on the Mailbag segment
Episode: Let's Ride: Running through the Steelers options on the offensive line in 2026

Host

Jeff Hartman
Primary host across multiple Steelers-focused shows within the network; central voice and face of the network's Steelers coverage.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 853 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Always great insights and very informative! I particularly love Coach K.T. Smith’s stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Altoona Jim B
    United States3 months ago
  • BTSC most are knowledgeable and entertaining Some are not

    BAD should remain behind the steel curtain he’s awful and always unprepared the rest of cast are fine most of the time.

    CC things of that nature at least 20 times per episode

    Shannon is best!!!!

    LOSE THE WHISKEY AD!

    Sadly they lost another of their best Geoffrey Benedict and Dave Scofield and what turnip truck did Greg benovent fall from

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rmullins0609
    United States3 months ago
  • BTSC most are knowledgeable and entertaining Some are not

    BAD should remain behind the steel curtain he’s awful and always unprepared the rest of cast are fine most of the time. Too much use of gosh

    Last scho bro show awful Jesus guys just tell us what we may not know not how to mispronounce names

    Less Bad is more.

    CC things of that nature at least 20 times per episode

    Shannon is best!!!!

    LOSE THE WHISKEY AD!

    It’s McCarthy not McCartney!!!

    Where Tony Defeo

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rmullins0609
    United States4 months ago
  • BTSC most are knowledgeable and entertaining Some are not

    BAD should remain behind the steel curtain he’s awful and always unprepared the rest of cast are fine most of the time. Too much use of gosh

    Last scho bro show awful Jesus guys just tell us what we may not know not how to mispronounce names

    Less Bad is more.

    CC things of that nature at least 20 times per episode

    Shannon is best!!!!

    LOSE THE WHISKEY AD!

    It’s McCarthy not McCartney

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rmullins0609
    United States5 months ago
  • BTSC most are knowledgeable and entertaining Some are not

    BAD should remain behind the steel curtain he’s awful and always unprepared the rest of cast are fine most of the time. Too much use of gosh

    Last scho bro show awful Jesus guys just tell us what we may not know not how to mispronounce names

    Less Bad is more.

    CC things of that nature at least 20 times per episode

    Shannon is best!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rmullins0609
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners feel promo reads and ads interrupt the flow too much; desire more football focus.
Positive sentiment around guest contributions and long-running family-like network culture.
Fans praise knowledgeable, entertaining, and informative coverage with strong community feel.
Audience appreciates candid debate and balanced analysis, though a few shows are criticized for overtalk.
Overall, listeners view the network as a comprehensive hub for Steelers content and fan engagement.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#199
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#156
Canada/Sports/Football
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#140
Australia/Sports/Football
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#190
Germany/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#34
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#56
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Let's Ride: Reasons for optimism surrounding the 2026 Steelers
Q: In your opinion, why should fans be optimistic about this new regime that's taking over?
The new regime brings improved schematics, stronger attention to detail, and a more complementary coaching staff, led by Mike McCarthy, which should unlock more of the roster's talent and elevate both the offense and defense.
The Scho Bro Show: 5 questions needing answers during Steelers 2026 training camp
Q: Who is QB2?
The hosts believe the QB2 battle is wide open between Mason Rudolph and Will Levis or a similar QB2 candidate, with Drew Aller likely still behind as QB3 and the camp/preseason will reveal the true pecking order.
Black & Gold Blueprint: Playing 20 Questions to Define the Steelers 2026 Training Camp
Q: Who will merge as the offense's true number two weapon?
Darnell Washington is highlighted as a strong candidate to emerge as the second weapon, with Jeremy Bernard and Roman Wilson contributing as high-concept playmakers who can stretch the field and create big-play opportunities.
Black & Gold Blueprint: Playing 20 Questions to Define the Steelers 2026 Training Camp
Q: Can the offensive line become one of the NFL's best?
Yes, contingent on IMAX and Fotanu developing into reliable anchors, with the right guards and versatile backups stepping up; there should be a top-three potential if the line can stay healthy and players like Cook or Anderson contribute as rotational pieces.
Black & Gold Blueprint: Playing 20 Questions to Define the Steelers 2026 Training Camp
Q: What does success for the quarterback room look like by the end of training camp?
Success means a healthy Rodgers-like presence in the room, a clear frontrunner emerging, and enough competition to drive performance; fans should see meaningful snaps and arguments over who should start, indicating both depth and upside.

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This network offers in-depth Steelers coverage with a fan-forward lens, blending OTA analysis, roster and coaching changes, quarterback development debates, and schedule planning. Episodes frequently dissect how new personnel, offensive schemes, and coaching shifts could shape the team's short- and long-term trajectory, while peppering discussions with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, fan mailbag segments, and sponsor integrations. The shows emphasize practical football insight, practical roster decisions, and a strong sense of community for devoted Steelers supporters, making it a go-to for listeners seeking tactical analysis and fan perspective alike.

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1. Lucas Carmine
2. Alan Faneca
3. Bryan Anthony Davis
4. Alan Saunders
5. Cody Alexander
6. Bill Davis
7. Greg Benevent
8. Sadie Hubler

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