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In The Loop

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Houston Texans
Houston Astros
Houston Rockets
Houston
NFL Draft
Astros
Houston, United States
CJ Stroud
NFL
Kevin Durant
Offensive Line
Tatsuya Imai
NCAA Tournament
National Football League
Texans
Wyatt Teller
World Baseball Classic
Lance Mccullers Jr.
Carlos Correa
Major League Baseball

In The Loop delivers smart, opinionated Houston sports talk with a sharp focus on the teams and headlines driving conversation across H-Town. Hosted by John Lopez and Reggie Adetula alongside producer Edward “Figgy Fig” Gilliard, the show brings distinct perspectives, sharp debate and authentic Houston energy to every discussion. From Texans roster moves and NFL Draft strategy to Astros playoff ra... more

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ITL reacts after the Houston Astros picked up an extra-innings victory over the Los Angeles Angels and debates whether Houston is making its own luck or simply catching some breaks during this recent run. The guys discuss what's changed for the Astro... more

ITL reacts after the Houston Astros picked up an extra-innings victory over the Los Angeles Angels and debates whether Houston is making its own luck or simply catching some breaks during this recent run. The guys discuss what's changed for the Astro... more

ITL goes Around The NFL with the latest headlines and developments from around the league, discussing the biggest stories as teams continue mandatory minicamp. The focus then shifts to the Houston Texans after head coach DeMeco Ryans spoke to the med... more

ITL reacts to what DeMeco Ryans had to say during his final media session before training camp, discussing the biggest takeaways from Day 1 of mandatory minicamp and what Texans fans should make of the team's progress heading into the summer break. T... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Bajani
In-studio guest in segment Crosstalk
Area 45
Episode: HR 4 - What The Final Four NBA Teams Say About The Rockets?
Colin Neal
In-studio colleague on the drive show
In The Loop / Cox Media
Episode: Final Thoughts On The Current State Of The Astros
Brad Scott
B. Scott, contributor/recurring guest
In The Loop
Episode: Full Show - Friday, May 22nd
Rod Wright
Texans defensive line coach, discussed all things defensive line
Houston Texans
Episode: HR 1 – Knicks-Cavs, Texans D-Line Questions & QOTD
AQ Shipley
Former NFL offensive lineman, analysis contributor
NFL analyst
Episode: Best Of SportsRadio 610: Welcome to Houston, Keylan Rutledge
Luz Peña
Reporter, ABC 7
ABC 7
Episode: Figgy’s Mixtape: AI Store & Rail Talk
Keelan Rutledge
NFL offensive lineman recruit drafted by Texans, nicknamed "Big Red"
Houston Texans
Episode: Caserio & Rutledge Audio Reaction
Luke Morrow
Sports radio guest host filling in for John Lopez
Sportsradio 610 / In The Loop
Episode: HR 4 – Astros Identity Debate & Figgy’s Mixtape
Hayden S. Lucas
Guest joining for discussion on music opinions during the lunch-time confessions
Episode: Lunch-Time Confessions: Booking Flights Too Late

Hosts

Luke Mauro
Host and topic guide with a long-running presence in Houston sports radio.
Criss Partee
Co-host with in-depth analysis and on-air chemistry across segments.
John Lopez
Co-host focused on Houston sports, with deep knowledge of Texans and local teams.
Edward Gilliard
Producer/On-air personality contributing to in-show discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Landry?

    Love when Brandon Scott and Luke fill in for “in the loop”.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Suck_my_clit
    United States8 months ago
  • bruh

    dudes are playing Dr Umar clips now— this show fell off so hard over the past few years

    Reggie is a pro

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    5starok
    United States10 months ago
  • 👍

    Like the new guy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samnleec
    United States2 years ago
  • Reggie!

    So happy to be able to follow Reggie from DFW to Htown! #TOLO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessero83
    United States2 years ago
  • Only one issue

    Great show! Great content! Only issue is that when they play recorded audio, it’s way too loud. When they go back to their own talk show host, the audio is way too low!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Laz-O
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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The hosts' chemistry and knowledge of Texans, Astros, and Rockets shine through in listener feedback.
Audience notes a need for consistent guest depth and occasional heated debates.
Listeners appreciate the strong local angle and banter between hosts.
The show is praised for its energy and Houston-centric perspective, though some past segments receive critique for audio levels or pacing.
Guests and insights are highlighted as a key strength for informed discussion.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HR 2 – Around The NFL, Imai Return & What’s Popping
Q: What happened Tuesday before the game in the cage?
Correa describes an injury that led to his season-ending decision and outlines the immediate steps after the injury, including surgery planning and the timeline ahead.
Full Show - Tuesday, March 17th
Q: What grade would you give Nick Casario's offensive line approach so far this off-season?
The hosts give an A to A- for the overall plan, noting solid additions, higher floor, and options at center/guard, while acknowledging more moves could come.
Reacting to Nick Caserio on P&P
Q: Can you take us through the David Montgomery trade and what led to it?
Caserio frames the Montgomery move in terms of long-term fit, leadership, and the team's evolving makeup, stressing that discussions with other clubs are fluid and that acquiring players who can impact the locker room and the program is a priority, even as specifics evolve with negotiations.
Reacting to Nick Caserio on P&P
Q: Does Titus getting an extension in Cleveland, when he was traded there, factor into whether the Texans should extend him here?
Caserio describes a multifaceted calculation, noting that there are many factors behind each decision and that the reality is hard choices must be made to manage overall roster commitments, including potential extensions elsewhere and how they affect the team's future flexibility.
Bun B Joins ITL: Trill Town at RodeoHouston
Q: Do you feel weird not performing at the Houston lifestyle show this year, and how does that change the pressure for the remaining Rodeo performances?
He describes reduced stress around artist booking since he is no longer the sole organizer, allowing more focus on the Trill Town experience and a smoother overall Rodeo workflow.

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A high-energy Houston sports talk show focused on end-to-end local coverage, from the Texans and CJ Stroud to the Astros, Rockets, and college football. The hosts blend sharp analysis with banter, fan text interactions, and cross-sport conversations, often weaving in pop culture and personal anecdotes to keep discussions relatable and timely. Notable is the strong regional flavor, a steady rotation of in-studio guests and contributors, and a willingness to explore culture, coaching, and roster decisions with practical insight and lively debate.

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1. The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley
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3. Texans All Access
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In The Loop launched 12 years ago and published 559 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Sean Bajani
2. Colin Neal
3. Brad Scott
4. Rod Wright
5. AQ Shipley
6. Luz Peña
7. Keelan Rutledge
8. Luke Morrow

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