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Afternoon Drive on The Fan

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Cleveland Browns
Cleveland Cavaliers
Cavaliers
Deshaun Watson
Todd Monken
Donovan Mitchell
New York Knicks
Cleveland Guardians
James Harden
Shedeur Sanders
Myles Garrett
Lebron James
NFL Draft
Evan Mobley
Miles Garrett
Andrew Berry
Cleveland
Ty Simpson
Shador Sanders
Detroit Pistons

Afternoon Drive on The Fan is your daily soundtrack for Cleveland sports, fueled by strong takes, lively debate, and nonstop energy. Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin guide listeners through the latest news and storylines across pro and college sports, keeping a close eye on the Browns, Guardians, Cavaliers, and Buckeyes. Whether it’s reacting to breaking headlines or sparking passionate discussio... more

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Full Show 7/6

Jonathan Peterlin and Jake Vulinec break down the latest with LeBron James, and why the Cavs are believed to be the frontrunners. Then, they react to sound bites and storylines from around the sports and entertainment world.

Jonathan and Jake discuss Koby Altman’s influence in a potential LeBron James return. Then, they’re joined by Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, and they talk about why it’s a guessing game when it comes to LeBron’s decision.

Jonathan and Jake react to the Browns getting $88 million in refunds for the games Deshaun Watson missed due to injury. Also, they talk about the Guardians series against the White Sox, and why casual fans aren’t interested in the team.

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Recent Guests

Cody Allen
Guardians TV analyst, former Indians reliever
The Guardians (Cleveland)
Episode: Interviews of the week on 92.3 The Fan: June 22-26
Erik Pinkus
Bleacher Report NBA analyst
Bleacher Report
Episode: Best of Cavs on 92.3 The Fan: LeBron, draft reaction, Mobley's future
Justin Lanna
Justin Lanna of Locked On Guardians
Locked On Guardians
Episode: Best of Guardians on 92.3 The Fan: Can they finally develop big bats?
Chris Vidor
Cavs/NBA reporter
cleveland.com
Episode: Full Show - Friday, June 26th, 2026
Jake Fischer
NBA reporter
Bleacher Report
Episode: Will LeBron leave LA? + Is a division title enough for the Guardians?
Dan Lobby
Sports journalist who spoke on Todd Monken and Browns coverage
Episode: Hour 4: Andrew Berry’s media tour + Is Todd Monken changing people’s minds?
Gregg Rosenthal
NFL Network host of the NFL Daily Podcast
NFL Network
Episode: Gregg Rosenthal: I was excited for Browns fans after the Myles Garrett trade; I feel like Deshaun Watson is a sunk cost
Jared Verse
Cleveland Browns defensive end prospect featured in the intro press conference
Cleveland Browns
Episode: Hour 2: Jared Verse’s introductory press conference + Quick Hits
Darrell Ryder
Sports journalist
92.3 The Fan / 5 Minutes
Episode: Todd Monken Breaks Down the Ongoing Quarterback Competition

Hosts

Nick Wilson
Host of Afternoon Drive on The Fan with frequent co-host banter and Cleveland sports focus
Jonathan Peterlin
Co-host of Afternoon Drive on The Fan, offers analysis and viewpoints on Cavaliers and Browns coverage

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 238 ratings
  • Ehh

    Louder isn’t better, it’s actually annoying. At least Bull and Dustin knew when to reign in the other. Tough listen most of the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Adam West Coast
    United States6 months ago
  • Unprofessional

    Like listening to 2 drunk idiots in a bar at 2:00 am.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Browns Fan for Life
    United States7 months ago
  • Good Luck

    Individually each one of these guys is average together they’re terrible

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Parker 2727
    United States2 years ago
  • Nick Dustin !

    As always, great job, Nick .

    But you must I repeat, must get DR off your show.. irritating, obnoxious and constantly laughs at his own jokes.. if he’s not off soon next time it’ll be three stars, it keeps going down ..

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Parker 2727
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Average

    Nick Wilson isn’t for me. Dusty is good when he does show up (1/2024 appears to be going through a personal crisis so he gets a pass)

    Kudos to the producer for getting good national guests. Not sure why the guests put up with Nick.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Red_Peters
    United States2 years ago

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The show's energy and guest roster often attract strong, opinionated feedback from fans.
Listeners value the local flavor and insider takes, though some episodes lean toward high-energy hot takes.
Guests consistently deliver credible context, keeping discussions anchored to Cleveland sports.

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#148
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Best of Guardians on 92.3 The Fan: Can they finally develop big bats?
Q: What's the plan at the trade deadline for the Guardians given injuries and a competitive division?
The plan involves evaluating which veterans to keep and which young players to promote, with a focus on adding a right-handed hitting outfielder and a left-handed reliever to balance the lineup and bullpen, while weighing the cost of injuries and the possibility of acquiring impact talent.
Hour 3: Are Cavs fans taking Donovan Mitchell for granted? + James Palmer
Q: What does success look like for the Browns in year one with the new quarterback situation?
Palmer suggests that success hinges on a competitive offense that integrates a young core with a stable quarterback situation, possibly combining development with short-term wins.
Hour 1: Are the Cavs committed to James Harden longterm? + Quick Hits
Q: What would be the impact if Harden opts out and signs elsewhere?
It would threaten the Cavs' championship window and accelerate a broader roster reshaping, forcing deadline and off-season moves to remake the core around Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Jared Allen.
Hour 1: Are the Cavs committed to James Harden longterm? + Quick Hits
Q: How long do you think they're truly committed to James beyond whatever the contract says?
The Cavs are committed as long as Harden helps them win and stay competitive, with the possibility of re-evaluating in January if better options surface, but the current track suggests they see him as a central piece for the near term.
Jason Pinkston: I hope Shedeur Sanders comes out on top
Q: What have you been able to see in any of the clips or anything between Shedeur and Deshaun? What's your early read on where this quarterback competition is going?
It's too early to tell who leads; pads will reveal more, but Pinkston expresses optimism about Shedeur's development and notes Watson's health has limited him lately, making a clean evaluation challenging.

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A fast-paced Cleveland sports talk show centered on the Cavaliers–Pistons playoff narrative and the Browns, Guardians, and Cavaliers overlapping storylines. Hosts trade hot takes, take calls from local fans, and bring in insider guests to outline strategies, schedules, and immediate implications. The format blends high-energy banter with practical analysis and guest perspectives, making it a strong fit for listeners who crave local flavor, bold opinions, and real-time sports debate. A recurring strengths are its diverse guest lineup from local beat reporters to NFL insiders, and a habit of turning hot topics into engaging, energetic conversations that tap into the city's sports culture.

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Recent guests on Afternoon Drive on The Fan include:

1. Cody Allen
2. Erik Pinkus
3. Justin Lanna
4. Chris Vidor
5. Jake Fischer
6. Dan Lobby
7. Gregg Rosenthal
8. Jared Verse

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