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Breakfast with Benz: A TribLIVE sports podcast

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Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Penguins
Paul Skenes
Jared Jones
All-Star Game
Pittsburgh Steelers
Bryan Reynolds
Major League Baseball
Wild Card
Sidney Crosby
Rotowire
NHL
Kyle Dubas
Florida Panthers
Ben Cherrington
Kevin Hayes
Stanley Cup
MLB Trade Deadline
Mike Tomlin
NHL Free Agency

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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In this week’s “Beyond the Bylines,” Joe Starkey and Tim Benz talk about the NHL trade deadline, Aaron Rodgers’ appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show,” NHL goalie interference debates, Robert Morris’ Horizon League postseason win, Eat N’ Park’s salad ba... more

Duquesne coach Dru Joyce III joins me of Fox Sports Pgh 970. We discuss the Dukes' regular season finale Saturday vs. Richmond, the upcoming A-10 tournament, offensive challenges and finding traction in March.

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Chris Adamski joins me to discuss Aaron Rodgers wandering, pointless appearance on Pat McAfee's show, the draft and Steelers free agency plans.

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Brian Metzer of the Penguins ready network joins me to discuss a potential trade for Vince Trocheck, Rickard Rakell's face-off problems, Stuart Skinner's future, working around Sidney Crosby's injury.

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Recent Guests

Larry Brown
MVP cornerback of Super Bowl XXX and former NFL player
Dallas Cowboys
Episode: Anniversary of Super Bowl XXX (1/28)--Dallas Cowboys MVP Larry Brown joins the show
Marcus Moser
Covers the Cowboys for Locked on Cowboys
Locked on Cowboys
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (1/26)--Looking back at Mike McCarthy's Dallas days
Darren Perry
Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety and coach, discussed his experiences around the 1995 AFC Championship game and beyond.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (1/14)--30th Anniversary of the 1995 AFC Championship game vs INDY
Mark Madden
Sports commentator and podcast host
Madden Monday
Episode: Pregame Show Playoff Podcast (1/12)--Steelers vs. Texans
Matt Thomas
Radio voice of the Houston Rockets
SportsTalk 790
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (1/11)--An in-depth look at the Houston Texans
Dylan Cook
First-year starter left tackle for the Steelers
Episode: Pregame Show podcast (1/4)--Steelers-Ravens on "Sunday Night Football"
Kenny Roda
Radio host at 1480 WHBC
WHBC Radio
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (12/26)--Previewing Steeles-Browns Kenny Roda WHBC in Canton
Matt Derry
Host of Locked On Lions podcast, covers the Lions
Episode: Breakfast With Benz Pregame Show podcast (12/21)--Steelers vs. Lions
Michael Rizzo
Radio host at ESPN West Palm
ESPN West Palm
Episode: Pregame show podcast (12/15)--Steelers vs Miami

Host

Tim Benz
Tim Benz is a seasoned sports media personality and columnist with a focus on Pittsburgh sports. He hosts daily podcasts discussing various aspects of local sports, gambling, and fantasy sports, providing both analysis and commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 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 States8 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 States2 years ago

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Critiques have been made about the frequency of advertisements at the beginning of episodes.
Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis provided, especially in the context of local teams' performances.
There is a strong appreciation for the engaging personalities of the hosts and their expertise in sports.

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Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (2/24)--Pens' post-Olympic push; Sidney Crosby's health
Q: Would you be shocked if we saw Sid, or would you be shocked if we didn't see Sid until after the Ides of March?
I wouldn't be shocked if we didn't see him until mid-March, especially given the team's upcoming schedule.
Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (2/24)--Pens' post-Olympic push; Sidney Crosby's health
Q: What did you think of the gold medal game between the US and Canada?
It was a fun hockey game, and although I refuse to compare it to 1980, it was a great culmination to the tournament.
Neil Walker on the passing of Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski (12/21)
Q: Did you hold on to that autograph for a long time?
Walker confirms he still has the autograph and treasures it, displaying it prominently among his favorite memorabilia.
Neil Walker on the passing of Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski (12/21)
Q: What are your most fond memories of Maz and how did you get to know him?
Neil Walker shares that he met Bill Mazeroski at a young age through his father, who encouraged him to get an autograph and cherish it. He has fond memories of Maz's willingness to help young players during spring training, notably in teaching him how to play second base.
Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (2/26)--Chris Adamski from the NFL Scouting Combine
Q: What do you think of the Penn State Guard?
He seems to be highly regarded as a good pass-blocking guard.

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Content is primarily centered around Pittsburgh sports, including the Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins, as well as broader topics in the NFL and NHL. Discussions often provide insights into player performances, team dynamics, and coaching decisions, especially in relation to current games and seasonal challenges. Noteworthy is the integration of fantasy sports advising alongside traditional sports analysis, making it relevant for audiences interested in both sports viewing and fantasy league participation. The hosts regularly feature guest commentary from personalities across sports media and local athletics to enrich the dialogue.

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2. Marcus Moser
3. Darren Perry
4. Mark Madden
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7. Kenny Roda
8. Matt Derry

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