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Breakfast with Benz: A TribLIVE sports podcast

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Bryan Reynolds
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Kyle Dubas
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Ben Cherrington
Kevin Hayes
Stanley Cup
MLB Trade Deadline
Mike Tomlin
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Pittsburgh Tribune Review columnist Tim Benz has been covering Pittsburgh sports since 2001. Along with writing for TribLIVE, he is a Steelers radio host on FOX Sports Radio Pittsburgh 970 AM, a contributor on WTAE-TV, WDVE and WXDX-FM. Plus he is a play-by-play announcer for Duquesne football/basketball and Robert Morris University hockey. Tim's Monday-Friday podcasts will cover everything going ... more

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Latest Episodes

Sal Capaccio of WGR in Buffalo joins me to preview Steelers-Bills.

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Brian Metzer and I talk about a tough month of November for the Penguins, issues in overtime, Colorado dominance, the state of the Pens sale, the Buffalo game WED night and more.

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Tim Benz and Joe Rutter recap Mike Tomlin's press conference in advance of his team's game against Buffalo, and after their loss in Chicago.

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This week's "Madden Monday" with Mark Madden of 105.9 the X and TribLive examines the Steelers loss in Chicago, a funk for the Pens, a big win for Pitt and a championship for the Riverhounds.

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Kevin Powell
Sports journalist at WGN in Chicago
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Episode: Pregame Show podcast (11/22)--Tim Benz looks ahead to Steelers vs. Bears
Pat Fryermuth
Tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers
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Episode: PreGame Show Podcast (11/16)--Steelers vs. Bengals (Part 2)
Trey Sermon
Running back for the Steelers, previously played for the Colts
Pittsburgh Steelers
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (10/31)--Pat Freiermuth & Trey Sermon
Pat Freiermuth
Tight end for the Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (10/31)--Pat Freiermuth & Trey Sermon
Ian Eagle
CBS play-by-play announcer and commentator
CBS Sports
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (10/30)--CBS PxP man Ian Eagle
Charlie Batch
Former Steelers quarterback, post-game host on the Pittsburgh Steelers network
Pittsburgh Steelers football network
Episode: Mike's PreGame Show podcast (10/26)--Steelers vs. Packers
Matt Park
Play-by-play voice of the Syracuse Orange
Syracuse University
Episode: Breakfast with Benz podcast (10/17)--Pitt vs Syracuse preview
Tom Offerman
Guest discussing NFL power rankings and team performance
Episode: Pregame show podcast (10/16)--Steelers at Bengals for Thursday Night Football
Joe Rudder
TribLIVE sports writer
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Episode: Pregame show podcast (10/16)--Steelers at Bengals for Thursday Night Football

Host

Tim Benz
Host of Breakfast with Benz, a prominent columnist for the Pittsburgh Tribune Review with extensive experience covering local sports and their dynamics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Please no more Seth Rorabaugh

    I really enjoy Tim’s takes and guests that he has each week. I make it a point to listen to every podcast except when

    he has Seth Rorabaugh from the Trib. That guy is a sourpuss and sounds so unenthusiastic every single time that he’s on. He also gives no insightful information or takes on anything at all. He basically just shows up because Tim obviously asks him to and gives the absolute bare minimum, which is painfully obvious from the listener’s perspective. I haven’t heard him on in a whi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Najee by Nature
    United States5 months ago
  • Too many ads

    3 min of ads to start the episode? Ouch. Easy to skip over but still deserves criticism. Tim is good so can’t complain about the show itself.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lrhhrl
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the host's insightful takes and engaging conversations with various guests, which add depth to discussions on local sports.
Some feedback mentions concerns over the frequency and length of advertisements at the beginning of episodes, which can disrupt the experience.

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Pregame Show podcast (11/22)--Tim Benz looks ahead to Steelers vs. Bears
Q: What did you see out there today?
I thought I saw a solid effort, but it's Friday and we still got some time.
Breakfast With Benz podcast (11/21)--Duquesne Football coach Jerry Schmitt
Q: How did you feel about it and what was the buzz like afterwards within the locker room?
Jerry Schmitt expressed happiness with the team's performance and confidence throughout the game against Central Connecticut State.
Breakfast With Benz podcast (11/21)--Bears preview with Kevin Powell from WGN in Chicago
Q: How do things look defensively for the Bears?
There's real concern that linebackers could miss the game, but they're expecting reinforcements from their all pro corner.
Madden Monday (11/17)--Steelers vs Bengals; Pitt vs ND; Pens in Sweden
Q: What are your thoughts on the Penguins' trip to Sweden?
They performed decently by getting three out of four points, but they should have gotten four points based on their performance in both games.
Madden Monday (11/17)--Steelers vs Bengals; Pitt vs ND; Pens in Sweden
Q: What do you think about the Pitt's performance against Notre Dame?
It showcased a typical Pitt experience of failure against a bigger opponent, reflecting poorly on the coaching and focus.

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Catering to fans of Pittsburgh sports, the content often revolves around the latest performances and strategic discussions of local teams, particularly the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. It features detailed breakdowns of game analyses, player performances, and coaching decisions, often infused with expert commentary from various guests, including beat writers and sports analysts. Additionally, fantasy sports insights and discussions on gambling strategies are prevalent themes, making it a well-rounded platform for both die-hard fans and casual listeners interested in the specifics of Pittsburgh athletics and fantasy competitions. The engaging dialogues and a mix of humor add a unique flair, positioning it as a go-to source for sports ent... more

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