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Breakfast with Benz: A TribLIVE sports podcast

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Pittsburgh Steelers
Bryan Reynolds
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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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Latest Episodes

TribLive Hockey beat writer Seth Rorabaugh joins me to preview Pens-Flyers.

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Kevin Gorman and Tim Benz discuss the Pirates split versus Washington, Don Kelly's questionable decision, Carmen Mlodzinski's strong outing, Paul Skenes' changeup.

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After a two-week absence, Beyond the Bylines is back with Joe Starkey and Tim Benz. The guys discuss the upcoming Pens-Flyers series, potential trades for Omar Khan before the Steelers pick in the NFL draft, Pirates mistakes during the Nats series, p... more

This week's fantasy sports podcast with Jeff Erickson of RotoWire examines NFL Draft prospects, how Masters pools went, Bucs-Nats recap, MLB managerial trends, fantasy impact of player movement including Brandon Lowe.

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Recent Guests

Brian Metz
Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Network host
Pittsburgh Penguins Radio Network
Episode: Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (3/31)--Pens roast Islanders; meet Elmer "Thud"
Connor Shellenberger
University of Virginia alumnus, Atlas PLL player, 2025 League MVP
Atlas PLL, University of Virginia
Episode: Pittsburgh LaxCast (3/30)--Growing the game of Lacrosse in Pittsburgh
Chris Adamski
Steelers reporter for TribLIVE
TribLIVE
Episode: Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (3/25)--Draft options; QB situation; Mike Tomlin on TV?
Phil Bourque
Former Penguins player and current broadcaster/analyst
105.9 The X / Penguins broadcasts
Episode: Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (3/16)--Pens vs. Avs
Anish Shroff
Play-by-play voice of the Carolina Panthers
Carolina Panthers
Episode: Breakfast With Benz Podcast (3/16)--Panther PxP voice Anish Shroff on Rico Dowdle
Gwyneth Phillips
Avid hockey goalie, Pens Elite alumna, member of the U.S. women's national team
USA Hockey / Pens Elite
Episode: Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (3/10)--Team USA hockey goalie Gwyneth Philips
Dru Joyce III
Head coach, Duquesne University men's basketball team
Duquesne University
Episode: Breakfast With Benz podcast (3/5)--Dru Joyce III on Fox Sports Pgh 970 w/ Tim Benz
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

Host

Tim Benz
Tribune-Review sports columnist and radio/TV/podcasting host focused on Pittsburgh sports; covers Steelers, Penguins, and college athletics with a sharp, opinionated style.

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 States9 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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Some listeners dislike guest choices when recognizable names appear without new insights.
The show is appreciated for candid takes and relevant Pittsburgh sports coverage.
Listeners praise Tim's hosting and guests but note heavy ad breaks in some episodes.
A few episodes are criticized for long promos and sponsor segments interrupting discussion.

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Fantasy Sports podcast (4/2)--Impact of Konnor Griffin's promotion; Paul Skenes' slow fantasy start
Q: What say you about the Griffin promotion and its potential timing on the Pirates' roster and contract clock?
The host notes that the promotion could be a calculated move to reset service time and align with the signing window, suggesting there was a strategic plan to bring him up for the home opener and manage contract timing.
Pittsburgh LaxCast (3/30)--Growing the game of Lacrosse in Pittsburgh
Q: What is Connor's view on growing lacrosse in the Pittsburgh region?
Connor emphasized leveraging local athleticism, clinics, and partnerships with existing programs (like the 79ers) to spark interest and develop players from youth to college levels, while acknowledging the need for structured youth pathways and ongoing support.
Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (3/31)--Pens roast Islanders; meet Elmer "Thud"
Q: What do you think of Sid's performance and the lineup adjustments from last night?
Metz credits the lineup changes for clicking well, highlighting chemistry among lines and the effectiveness of the new look, while acknowledging ongoing considerations around Malkin's status.
Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (3/31)--Pens roast Islanders; meet Elmer "Thud"
Q: Sid last night coming back from the injury, what did you see?
Metz emphasizes that Sid continues to produce with multiple assists and historic multi-point games, but notes lingering questions about his knee and overall comfort level as the season progresses.
Breakfast with Benz podcast (3/25)--Sweet 16 weekend preview with Mike DeCourcy
Q: What a wild game that was. How are you feeling about the East in the second weekend with Duke and St. John's?
Mike responds with a nuanced read on Duke and St. John's, highlighting injuries and matchups, while weighing how those factors could influence the East bracket and potential Sweet 16 outcomes.

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- A Pittsburgh-focused sports show hosted by a TribLIVE columnist that blends analysis of local teams with fantasy sports and gambling topics. Episodes feature timely takes on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates, and college athletics, plus interviews with reporters, coaches, and athletes from the region and beyond. The format leans into sharp opinions, roster breakdowns, and context on contracts, coaching moves, and game strategy, often interspersed with sponsor reads and light banter.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Brian Metz
2. Connor Shellenberger
3. Chris Adamski
4. Phil Bourque
5. Anish Shroff
6. Gwyneth Phillips
7. Dru Joyce III
8. Larry Brown

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