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Dirt & Sprague

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Portland Trail Blazers
Portland
College Football
World Cup
Oregon Ducks
NBA
Portland, United States
Tom Dundon
NFL
Open Championship
Seattle Seahawks
Oregon
Jaylen Brown
Big Ten Conference
Moda Center
Big Ten
NBA Finals
Giannis Antetokounmpo
New York Knicks
Basketball

One's a Duck and one's a Beaver! Dirt and Sprague bring a smart and relatable perspective to the day's hot stories, leading the next generation of sports talk hosts.

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Latest Episodes

The NBA drops the hammer on the Clippers, the Blazers better take advantage...JaMarcus Shephard joins us for a preview of their trip to Houston...SEC has a wrinkle for a 24 team CFB Playoff...the Magic Hat, and Anthony Newman previews the Oregon Duck... more

All sorts of illusions in the Magic Hat...is a national championship just an illusion for the Ducks who come in #2 in the Dirty Poll, Anthony Newman joins the show with a preview...and what are the big CFB games this Thursday night.

Greg Sankey coming around to a 24 team CFB Playoff format with a couple of twists...it's that time, our Week 1 Big PP picks of the season...and we move up the start of the Magic Hat this week.

Beavers Head Coach JaMarcus Shephard shares his thoughts on his team ahead of their season opening game at Houston...what's most important for fans to see on Saturday...and the extentions are coming for the NBA 2023 draft class...but not for Scoot

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Recent Guests

Wright Gazaway
Journalist for K2 in studio, covering the City Council vote
K2
Episode: A couple of NFL notes and Dirt needs to empty the sack even though it's Wednesday
Drew Marringer
Oregon's new offensive coordinator with one year calling plays
University of Oregon Football
Episode: Ducks & Beavs Head coaches and coordinators thoughts on opening week of practices
Chris Hampton
Oregon's new defensive coordinator
University of Oregon Football
Episode: Ducks & Beavs Head coaches and coordinators thoughts on opening week of practices
Mitch Dallin
Oregon State offensive coordinator (translated from Mitch Dallen in audio)
Oregon State Beavers Football
Episode: Ducks & Beavs Head coaches and coordinators thoughts on opening week of practices
Stuart Mandel
Stuart Mandel of The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: We linger in the cafe with local teams, MLB, WNBA and highlights from the 2026 Football HOF class
Mike Sando
NFL writer, The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Dirt & Sprague 8-7-26 Full Show
Tisha Thompson
ESPN investigative reporter and host of The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani 30 for 30 podcast
ESPN
Episode: How should we separate the tiers of NFL QBs...ESPN's Thompson on the Shohei 30 for 30...would you take this Mavs deal?
Stephen Vaughn
Sports contributor/guest on Dirt & Sprague
The Fan / Portland sports network
Episode: Specials across the board in the Cafe...County final approves funding for Moda...Dame, Ja or Deni?
Will Power
2018 Indy 500 champion
IndyCar
Episode: Dirt & Sprague 8-6-26 Full Show

Hosts

Dirt Johnson
Host of the show, frequently anchors discussions with local Portland sports context.
Brendan Sprague
Co-host, drives debate and roster/build-up conversations.
Steven Vaughan
Guest host and in-studio voice, contributes business and city-level sports perspective.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • The two boys who sound the same

    Ones a Duck and ones a Beaver but I dare you to tell me the difference when they talk. Just kidding but really these guys know the area and have a great balance of sports and just talk. No ego and fun takes. Feels like you are at the pub with the boys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dandylad12
    United States5 years ago
  • Best A.M morning sports show in a medium sized market in

    JK! Love you guys! Seriously though it’s easily the best morning show in Portland! Keep up the good work boys! And Swag stop welching on your bets! 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C.Sabroe
    United States5 years ago
  • I wonder if anyone reads these reviews?

    Prob not.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nicktheerick
    United States5 years ago
  • Listen everyday!

    Thanks Dirt and Sprague. Great interviews and banter and overall awesomeness. πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UODuckScotty
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts build strong sense of local community and area expertise.
Interviews mix high-profile guests with down-to-earth banter, keeping content accessible.
Listener feedback highlights engaging, authentic in-studio dynamics and banter.
Show is praised for balance of sports talk, humor, and insightful takes.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

More Magic Hat...ESPN's Brady Henderson previews Seahawks preseason and Dirt's NFL Preseason parlay
Q: How invasive is Hard Knocks, and does it affect player performance or focus?
Brady notes that while cameras are present, the Seahawks aim to keep sessions productive and says the show has provided a fairly accurate look at team life, with some editing but not at the expense of reality.
More Magic Hat...ESPN's Brady Henderson previews Seahawks preseason and Dirt's NFL Preseason parlay
Q: What are we looking for in the first preseason game for Seattle?
Brady Henderson explains that there will be a mix of veterans and rookies, with attention to quarterback reps and the possibility of limited action for Sam Darnold depending on joint practices.
Dirt & Sprague 8-12-26 Full Show
Q: What is the big sticking point in the Moda Center financing negotiations?
The rent amount and how it is structured, including proposals to add two million in rent on top of the existing three million, creating a ceiling that the parties may not easily move beyond.
Dirt & Sprague 7-29-26 Full Show
Q: What were your thoughts on Bryce Underwood's season and the Michigan QB situation?
We discussed the mixed reception of Underwood's freshman year, the coaching changes, and the potential for growth with a more stable environment under new leadership.
Sando with the NFL QB Tiers list...Sprague gets nostalgic...what are we looking forward to this weekend
Q: Who is the quarterback Mike Sando most disagrees with where they landed, and why?
Sando highlights Lamar Jackson as a controversial pick, noting that some voters still feel he isn't properly recognized at the top tier despite his MVP accolades, while also pointing out that quarterback evaluations are heavily influenced by team context and recent performance.

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A fast-paced, banter-forward sports talk show with a strong Pacific Northwest footprint. Episodes routinely blend hot takes on basketball, football, and local Portland sports with interviews, in-depth guest analysis, and lighthearted pop culture detours. Fans can expect a mix of long-form conversations with players, analysts, and journalists, plus rapid-fire discussions on trades, NIL, arena politics, and country-wide sports narratives. The show stands out for its local flavor, crossover between basketball and football communities, and a willingness to push bold opinions while keeping a humorous, relatable vibe that feels like a morning ride with friends.

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Recent guests on Dirt & Sprague include:

1. Wright Gazaway
2. Drew Marringer
3. Chris Hampton
4. Mitch Dallin
5. Stuart Mandel
6. Mike Sando
7. Tisha Thompson
8. Stephen Vaughn

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