Rephonic
Artwork for Inside Sports

Inside Sports with Al Eschbach

WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM
Oklahoma City Thunder
College Football
Oklahoma Sooners
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma
Texas
University Of Oklahoma
NBA
Oklahoma Football
NFL
Oklahoma State
Oklahoma City
NBA Championship
Baker Mayfield
NCAA Football
OU Football
Oklahoma University
Oklahoma Sooners Football
Super Bowl
Denver Broncos

Inside Sport with Al Echbach on 98.1 WWLS

PublishesDailyEpisodes102Founded14 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Sports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Inside Sports

Latest Episodes

Friday, October 09, 2026

Inside Sports with Al Eschbach

-OU-TX stories, Paintbrush checks in, NFL weekend, John Brooks and Mike Treps and more. Have a great weekend!

Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X

Follow Tony Z on Inst... more

Manning vs Mateer?

Can OU Bounce Back?

NFL Thoughts!

MUCH MORE!!!!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OSU Gets BIG Win at WV!

Reacting to OU's Loss to Georgia.

Comparing CFB Schedules!

Thunder Around The Corner!

MUCH MORE!!!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Final Thoughts on OU/Georgia & OSU/WV!

Longest NFL Careers for OU Players!

TU/Arkansas!

Presti's Comments Slightly Concerning!

MUCH MORE!!!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Key Facts

Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Dominant Duo/Total Dominance Hour
Dominant Duo/Total Dominance HourWWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM
The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber
The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim TraberWWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM
GameTime
GameTimeWWLS-FM | CMLS Oklahoma City
The Drive
The DriveWWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM

Recent Guests

Evan Kamiko
News 9 reporter
News 9
Episode: Al Tells The Story of His First OU Game! One More Sleep Until OU Football Is Here!
Jake Trotter
NFL/NBA? (sports writer) discussed as guest in upcoming segment
ESPN (as referenced in show)
Episode: 5 Star QB's Don't Always Work Out! Which Young QB's Will Be The Best in CFB?
Barry Switzer
Hall of Fame football coach and football program figure at the University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma / Dallas Cowboys (past)
Episode: Celebrating Al Eschbach's 50th Year in Sports Radio! Barry Switzer, Tinker Owens, & Dave Bliss Join The Show!
Dave Bliss
Former OU basketball coach and figure in Oklahoma sports history
University of Oklahoma
Episode: Celebrating Al Eschbach's 50th Year in Sports Radio! Barry Switzer, Tinker Owens, & Dave Bliss Join The Show!
Tinker Owens
OU wide receiver and notable sports figure
University of Oklahoma
Episode: Celebrating Al Eschbach's 50th Year in Sports Radio! Barry Switzer, Tinker Owens, & Dave Bliss Join The Show!
Cousin Shane
A guest from that SEC Podcast
That SEC Podcast
Episode: Preston is back from Tampa, Cousin Shane - That SEC Podcast interview, Lincoln Riley comments...again, NBA chatter and more.
Scott Wright
Scott Wright from gopokes.com and 247 Sports, OSU football analyst
GoPokes.com, 247 Sports
Episode: Tyler & Sam Talk Chaos at British Open! Scott Wright Joins to Talk OSU Football!
Scott Verplank
Open Championship/British Open veteran; interview subject mentioned
Professional golfer
Episode: Sam Humphreys hosts, frogs in the toilet, long gone local golf courses, Aday Mara in the summer league and more.
Colby Powell
Colby Powell
Pistols Firing Podcast
Episode: Toughest Schedules in College Football! Still No Wallace Extension?

Hosts

Al Eschbach
Host of Inside Sport with Al Eschbach (local sports radio) with decades in Oklahoma sports media
Preston Poole
Co-host / host for segments on 98.1 WWLS and related shows, strong in NFL/college football analysis
Sam Humphreys
Co-host / sports analyst with strong in-studio presence and banter

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • No New Updates?

    Guess they decided to stop uploading shows. Loved catching up on missed shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mkennedy
    United States5 years ago
  • King of Kings

    Simply the best. ‘Nuff said

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Go thunder!
    United States6 years ago
  • Legendary

    I’ve listened to Al since I was a teen in the early 80s. He is simply the best and genuinely an Oklahoma icon. Even with his New Jersey accent, he is Oklahoman thru and thru now. I’ve lived around the world in the military - and now as an overseas contractor - and he is literally the best I’ve ever found! Keep the podcasts coming!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John D. Adams
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the deep Oklahoma sports roots and candid insights.
Strong nostalgia for OU football era and local team coverage comes through in discussions.
Banters, call-ins, and guest stories are commonly highlighted positives.

Top Sports Podcasts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Stacey King, former Sooner great & Chicago Bulls Analyst, Thunder vs. Suns Game 2, Wayman Tisdale story, Blake Griffin sponsorships and more.
Q: Give me one memory of Wayman Tisdale.
King recalls a memorable late-night hangout at Wayman's place, including a shared movie night experience at Porky's where Wayman went out of his way to arrange access and make it special for the teammates, illustrating his generosity and leadership off the court.
Masters' Update w/ Craig Humphreys from Augusta, OU Football memories with Ronnie, Al likes McDonald's fries and more.
Q: When you first went to the Masters, what did you think?
I went 37 years ago and it was eye-opening; I was invited by a friend, got to see the tournament from the clubhouse, and it started a long tradition of attending as a guest.
Presti chances to Lakers (0.0), Luke Combs concert May 9, top country singers, Al's music listening and more.
Q: What year did Luke Combs's rise in country music begin, and what are some key milestones in his career?
The host and callers discuss Luke Combs's background, including his North Carolina roots, early gigs, and progression to a major headliner with multiple albums and awards, noting his status as a leading contemporary country artist.
Patty Gasso with Al, OU fans support Moser, fans show up when teams win and more.
Q: How will the Olympic softball team be selected and by whom?
A committee of former players and coaches reviews camps and events, then uses analytics and performance data to recommend players to the team, ensuring a competitive and well-documented process.
Lamont "Showtime" Robinson, High School Football Hall of Fame, Varsity Sports Grill, OU Basketball, drinking green beer and more.
Q: What exactly, Amont, are you going to be basing the decision on?
The decision will be based on the level of support from the city, state, and local officials, since there are only three major halls of fame and we want broad community enthusiasm to anchor the event.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Inside Sports

What is Inside Sports about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A longstanding Oklahoma-based sports talk show blends in-depth analysis of college football and professional leagues with lively banter, audience calls, and candid career anecdotes from local hosts. Episodes frequently cover OU and OSU rosters, Big 12 history, NFL careers of alumni, fantasy football chatter, and current events in basketball and baseball, all filtered through a distinctly local Oklahoma lens. A standout is the mix of veteran on-air storytelling with high-energy debate, frequent in-studio interactions, and community ties around events and charitable efforts, which gives the program a recognizable, community-focused flavor.

Where can I find podcast stats for Inside Sports?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Inside Sports. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Inside Sports and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Inside Sports get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Inside Sports, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Inside Sports?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Inside Sports, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Inside Sports have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Inside Sports has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Inside Sports?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Inside Sports:

1. Dominant Duo/Total Dominance Hour
2. The Afternoon Sports Beat with Jim Traber
3. The Middle of the Day Show Podcast - WWLS-FM
4. GameTime
5. The Drive

How many episodes of Inside Sports are there?

Inside Sports launched 14 years ago and published 102 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Inside Sports?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Inside Sports?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Inside Sports from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Inside Sports?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Inside Sports. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Inside Sports?

Recent guests on Inside Sports include:

1. Evan Kamiko
2. Jake Trotter
3. Barry Switzer
4. Dave Bliss
5. Tinker Owens
6. Cousin Shane
7. Scott Wright
8. Scott Verplank

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days