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He's the king of Pittsburgh Sports Talk... The Super Genius, Mark Madden.

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Tim Benz in for Mark. He talks Hockey with Phil Bourque. Mark Madden calls in right off the plane from Vegas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TIm hosts for Mark, he plays back his conversation from the Madden Monday podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Benz hosts for Mark. He and Tommy Football recap the Steelers win See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CHarlie Batch joins Mark to talk about the Steelers and Bucs matchup. Ask Mark Anything! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Brian Batko
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Episode: HR 3 - Brian Batko
Mike Decourcey
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Episode: HR 2- Mike Decourcey Joins the Show, Gerry Dulac Talking Steelers
Gerry Dulac
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Episode: HR 2- Mike Decourcey Joins the Show, Gerry Dulac Talking Steelers
Matt Bartkowski
Former NHL defenseman, Penguins guest
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Episode: HR 1 - Matt Bartkowski Joins the Show
Pierre McGuire
NHL analyst and former coach/scout
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Episode: HR 2 - Pierre McGuire Joins the Show, Paul Steigerwald Talking Penguins
Mike Defabo
Athletic staff writer covering the Steelers
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Episode: HR 1 - Steelers Reverence, Mike Defabo Joins
Mike DeFebo
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Pierre Maguire
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Mark Madden
Host of a Pittsburgh sports talk program known for strong opinions, deep knowledge of local teams, and high-profile guest bookings.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 481 ratings
  • Replaying other talent’s interviews

    Reusing the Tim Benz podcast “ Madden Mondays” as a Benz appearance is sad. Benz interviews Mark on this podcast - Tim steers the discussion - its a prerecorded bit - yet most probably dont know this and think it’s a live interview. Mark’s agent is the super genius.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The Popcorn Vendor
    United States5 months ago
  • Good and bad.

    The Good - Madden doesn’t care what anyone thinks about him, which comes in handy when he rips apart Pittsburgh fans who can be a bit dim. He also does a great job at interviewing, and he gets some fantastic guests. He can be hilarious, especially when he’s hanging up on callers who don’t agree with him. He also knows hockey better than anyone in the local sports talk scene, and he’s well connected in the NHL world.

    The Bad - He’s old, cranky and arrogant. You can hear the flem in his throa... more

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    2
    6.5
    United States5 months ago
  • These homophobic children

    Omg the male cheerleaders scare these guys .. when ppl over react like these MAGA bags do check their internet history.. I bet they erase it a lot

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    2
    brianooch
    United Statesa year ago
  • Steelers absolutely do not know what it’s doing. Madden has failed .. it’s just a sad thing to reali

    There’s more to people than that? No not with what is happening now. It’s truly time. You hate your job you said nothing about the election with a huge population listening. No there’s not more to people than that. You are like

    Lebron . People thought he was going to be a social awareness leader but is too lazy and not very smart. That is sadly what Madden is. I moved to really like this guy until he wouldn’t talk logically when his country needed him to. It’s time for us all to stop listening t... more

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    1
    brianooch
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wrestling questions mean click. But Mark doesn’t care

    Mark is a very smart person so that’s why he disappoints so much with his wasted voice to all types of ppl

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brianooch
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate sharp, knowledgeable discussions with strong guest lineups that cover Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins.
A subset of listeners feel the host can be overbearing or interrupt guests, which colors their listening experience.
The show's local flavor and deep dives into roster decisions and player development are frequently praised by engaged Pittsburgh sports fans.
Many comments note the host's provocative, entertaining banter and interview skills, though some find the style polarizing or outspoken.

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HR 1 - Dan Muse Joins Mark, Joey Porter Jr Speaks
Q: How do you keep the team on an even keel moving forward after a tough start?
Muse discusses maintaining balance between aggressive, competitive play and staying true to a defensive structure, while focusing on routine, preparation, and building trust within the group to handle the ebbs and flows of a long season.
HR 1 - Steelers Reverence, Mike Defabo Joins
Q: How do the contract dynamics and the aggressive pursuit of players like Porter Jr. and Pickens affect the Steelers' salary structure and future moves?
He explains that agency strategies and guaranteed money structures influence teams' willingness to pay top players, potentially hamstringing or enabling future signings depending on how modern contracts are valued by the organization and league trends.
HR 1 - Steelers Reverence, Mike Defabo Joins
Q: What's your front page on why the Steelers don't look crisis-level bad but feel worse than they are?
Defabo argues the issue is systemic, with inconsistent play across sides of the ball and a lack of a clear, sustainable offensive identity, making it feel more troublesome than the record would suggest.
HR 2 - Tim Benz Talking Pens, Phil Bourque Joins the Show
Q: What do you think of the Penguins' goaltending setup this season?
The rotation and workload are being managed with a 'protect the net' mindset, and there's optimism about Shilovs stepping up, though expectations are tempered by the typical early-season bumps.
HR 2- Charlie Batch Joins the Show, MFA Picks
Q: What did you see the defense do or not do that needs to be corrected?
Batch points to communication breakdowns and missed tackles as the core issues, noting that players were not always in sync and that tackling technique and pursuit need to be improved to prevent big plays.

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This show centers on Pittsburgh-area sports, with a sharp, opinionated host driving extended debates about Steelers football, Pirates baseball, Penguins hockey, and broader local sports culture. Episodes frequently feature in-depth guest analysis from journalists, former players, and league insiders, delivering a mix of roster evaluations, game critique, and long-running debates about coaching, development, and star players. The tone blends provocative takes, humor, and fan interaction, with occasional crossovers into pop culture and local lore that keeps the conversation rooted in the region's sports scene. A standout throughline is the host's willingness to challenge teams, players, and media narratives, paired with a knack for assembling... more

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