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Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast

Bob Schmidt
Cleveland Cavaliers
Evan Mobley
Darius Garland
Donovan Mitchell
NBA
Orlando Magic
Franz Wagner
JB Bickerstaff
Paolo Banchero
Max Strus
Detroit Pistons
Portland Trail Blazers
Mo Wagner
Jared Allen
Sam Merrill
Mac & Cheese
Miami Heat
Toronto Raptors
Atlanta Hawks
Shaden Sharp

A Cleveland Cavs and NBA-centric basketball podcast from lifelong Cavaliers fan, Bob Schmidt. Reach Bob at bob@fropod.com, or @fearthefropod on Instagram, and X (Twitter). Join the 'Fro discord here: discord.gg/KMBJfxcWT

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Latest Episodes

The Cavaliers opened the back-to-back with a turd.  They followed it up by destroying the Sixers.  Bob Schmidt breaks down the games, and teases the summer that awaits for Keon Ellis and Dean Wade, a pair whose fates are somewhat linked.  Plus, a pee... more

Fear the 'Fro puts a bookend on the regular season series against the Cavs, as the Cleveland cruises to victory on the struggles of Cade Cunningham.  Bob Schmidt recaps the series, answers some mailbags, and looks ahead to playoff seeding.

Fear the 'Fro is joined by one of our very favorite guests, Bryce Simon of The Pistons Pulse to talk the Detroit Pistons, the Eastern Conference landscape, the Cade Cunningham MVP talk (and how it's short changing Donovan Mitchell), and Black History... more

Fear the 'Fro breaks down the Cavs win over the Knicks, as the Cavs keep their blazing February going.  Jarrett Allen and Dean Wade led the way for the Cavs as they dominated the second half and pulled away from New York.

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Recent Guests

Adam Auslund
Pre and post-game host of Clippers basketball
Clippers
Episode: EMERGENCY POD: The Core Four Is Dead (Harden to Cleveland)
Allen Sliwa
Lakers podcaster and former postgame host for Lakers radio network
Hoops Talk
Episode: Bron Day: Fear the 'Fro-ad Trip As Bob Comes to Town (with Allen Sliwa)
Mike Fauci
Co-host of Setting the Pace Podcast
Setting the Pace
Episode: Darius Garland: Certified Killer In The Clutch
Yossi Gozlan
Salary cap analyst and podcaster
Third Apron Podcast
Episode: The Future Of The Eastern Conference (with Yossi Gozlan)
Mike Facci
Host of Setting the Pace Podcast
Setting the Pace Podcast
Episode: A Group Therapy Session: Can The Cavs Pull This Out?
Mike Lucas
Sports commentator and member of UCSS
Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show
Episode: DPOY: Men Lie, Women Lie... Draymond Lies Most (featuring "McNuggets" of UCSS)
Jake Chapman
Radio play-by-play voice of the Orlando Magic, originally from Cleveland, Ohio.
Orlando Magic
Episode: Cavs vs. Magic: The Preview (with the Radio Voice of the Orlando Magic, Jake Chapman)
Jerry Burns
Longtime coach for Monroe Community College
Monroe Community College
Episode: Nae'Qwan Tomlin: From Pick Up To Pro (with Jerry Burns, his first collegiate coach)
George Yang
NBA player who discussed his trade experience.
Episode: Kings Of Canada: The Cavs Are 44-10 At The Break

Host

Bob Schmidt
Host and producer, reflecting on the Cleveland Cavaliers and providing a mix of humor and sports analysis, engaging with listeners through personal anecdotes and community interactions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 414 ratings
  • Great Cavs podcast

    Never miss an episode. Nice break from the stale narratives in the national podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    king_of_akron
    United Statesa month ago
  • podcast review

    I love basketball

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    saltman1
    United Statesa month ago
  • GREAT podcast

    Behind his unhinged rants and hilarious millennial snark, Bob consistently delivers the most thoughtful and honest takes of anyone in Cavs podcasting land. It’s a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adh412
    United Statesa month ago
  • My favorite pod on the planet

    I awaken every morning with a hope that a Fear the ‘Fro Podcast will be waiting for me and when one is, it’s like getting a free Andes Chocolate Mint handed to me after a garlic saturated meal at Olive Garden. I can’t ingest it quickly enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D@n 1n D@ll@$
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very entertaining!

    Consistently entertaining and productive! Bob-O is a well educated Cavs fan , which is a great perspective. Very funny too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    216Bux
    United Statesa month ago

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There are frequent mentions of a strong sense of community among Cavs fans, fostered by interactive discussions and engagement across episodes.
Listeners describe the show as entertaining and informative, often highlighting the balance of humor with insightful basketball analysis.
The host is praised for his passionate and relatable commentary, resonating well with die-hard basketball fans.

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Bron Day: Fear the 'Fro-ad Trip As Bob Comes to Town (with Allen Sliwa)
Q: What is your take on LeBron's potential return to Cleveland?
Bob believes that a reunion is possible but would require LeBron to take a significant pay cut, which may not be realistic given his stature and earnings.
Bron Day: Fear the 'Fro-ad Trip As Bob Comes to Town (with Allen Sliwa)
Q: What can Laker fans expect from the Cavaliers in the upcoming match?
Bob highlights that the Cavaliers have had a slow start but are currently one of the hottest teams, indicating a strong performance despite injuries to key players like Mobley and Garland.
Cavs Dismantle The Wolves Behind Balanced Attack
Q: Bob, pod listener here, wanted to hear your thought on the Trey Young deal.
Bob argues that the trade of Trae Young to Washington does not affect Darius Garland's market as they are not comparable players.
Jaylon Tyson Has Arrived! (Career High In Win Over Sixers)
Q: Will Jaylon Tyson start in the playoffs?
I think he could start, especially if he continues to play at such a high level, but I wouldn't want to interfere with the current lineup due to respect for veterans like Deandre Hunter.
Jaylon Tyson Has Arrived! (Career High In Win Over Sixers)
Q: What do you think the 99th percentile outcome for Jaylon Tyson could be in his career?
Eventually, he could be like Michael Porter Jr. or Desmond Bain, depending on his continued development and impact on a contending team.

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Focuses on the Cleveland Cavaliers and the NBA, combining in-depth analysis with humor and fan engagement. The episodes feature lively discussions surrounding team performance, player trades, and key matchups, appealing to a dedicated community of Cavs enthusiasts. Notable for its passionate commentary and an interactive platform where fans share opinions, the content also includes insights into player performances and strategic decisions, which resonates well with both casual fans and hardcore supporters of the team.

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