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“The Drive” is an iconic sports-talk radio show in Denver history featuring some of the most entertaining personalities to ever crack a microphone over the years. The current iteration of “The Drive” is hosted by Zach Bye, who brings years of radio experience and unmatched authenticity to the program each day. His partner, Phillip Lindsay, is the embodiment of our city. Phil grew up in Denver, sta... more

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In hour 4 of The Drive, Zach and Phil dive into the Broncos and Chiefs game this Sunday. Will the Broncos put the nail in the coffin to take a commanding lead within the division? Kansas City sports radio host Alex Gold joins the show to discuss wher... more

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil are joined by veteran NFL reporter James Palmer to discuss who's more important in the Broncos game this weekend between JK Dobbins and Patrick Surtain, what Bo Nix has to do for the Broncos to beat the Chiefs, a... more

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil dive into the Broncos and Chiefs game this Sunday. We hear from Sean Payton and his thoughts on what Bo Nix can improve on. Will the Broncos be able to overcome Andy Reid's impressive record following a bye? How ... more

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Dover. The guys discuss the news of Colorado Athletic Director Rick George announcing he will step down from his role this summer. How important are the next few years in Boulder for... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Fitz
Analyst for Yahoo Sports Daily and Fox Sports Radio
Yahoo Sports Daily
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.06.25
Sean Pendergast
Radio Host at Sports Radio 610
Sports Radio 610
Episode: The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.29.25
Brandon Marshall
Super Bowl 50 champion and former NFL linebacker
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 09.26.25
Dante Gomez
Sports contributor and trivia participant
Denver Sports, 104.3 The Fan
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 09.18.25
Nick Wright
Sportscaster at FS1
FS1
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 08.29.25
Brian Howell
Buffs beat writer for Buffs Zone and the Boulder Daily Camera
Buffs Zone, Boulder Daily Camera
Episode: The Drive | Hour 2 | 08.28.25
Kevin Lytle
Sports journalist covering CSU for The Coloradoan
The Coloradoan
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 08.27.25
Richie Carney
Former producer for The Drive, returning as a guest host.
Episode: The Drive | Hour 1 | 08.07.25
Aaron Goldhammer
ESPN Cleveland personality from Colorado
ESPN Cleveland
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 07.31.25

Hosts

Zach Bye
Host of The Drive
Phillip Lindsay
Co-host of The Drive

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 428 ratings
  • More than 22 yds

    Why does everyone (Zack) say the broncos haven’t had an over 22 yd run in over a year or 2 years or whatever? Maybe I have your timeline wrong, but didn’t Badie bust a 40+ run week 3 vs. Tampa bay? 🤔. Great show though fellas every day listener…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt-E-ICE!
    United States3 months ago
  • Good Show

    Show is good & I enjoy listening it while driving home from work. However, I am listening to more commercials than I am the actual show. Hopefully that changes soon

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Natedawgsneaks
    United States4 months ago
  • I’m out

    I’ve listened to every show since the new line up of Zach and Phil, I gave it a chance because I respect Phillip Lindsey, but I’M OUT. It’s a serious downgrade from the previous show and very robotic. Zach’s style is too structured and it’s just not entertaining. It’s stiff and forced. The takes from Zach and Phil are mediocre at best and you’ll hear them anywhere else. As a result they just agree with each other the majority of the time. BORING! Plenty of other guys in town that are at the game... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lil that Kills
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wrong direction

    I miss the chemistry of Stoke with Zach and the substance of DMac. The station seems to want a different audience. So bye.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TLGCO
    United States2 years ago
  • Like it, but the duo isn’t a great fit

    Love ZB, but Phil just isn’t ready for prime time. He loses his line of logic, uses the wrong words or phrases too often and consistently mispronounces key names in sports, especially the Broncos. He was thrusted to prime time with no practice reps and I just don’t think he has it or adds to the show in terms of topics or takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Scottdpt
    United States2 years ago

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

Listeners appreciate the deep dives into player performances and strategic analyses of games.
Common complaints include a perceived overabundance of commercials and dissatisfaction with the show's direction after hosting changes.
There are mixed feelings about the current host duo, with some long-time fans missing previous hosts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.06.25
Q: Make the case for the Raiders to upset the Broncos.
The Raiders would need the Broncos to not play up to their potential, rely heavily on getting the ball out of Geno's hands quickly and hope Ashton Gentey performs well.
The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.06.25
Q: How do you feel that Geno Smith's going to do up against this elite Denver defense?
Geno Smith has shown inconsistency and the Denver defense will likely exploit that ability to jump routes for interceptions.
The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.30.25
Q: What did Sean Payton say about JK Dobbins?
Sean acknowledged that JK Dobbins has helped the team significantly and praises his consistency and contribution to the offense.
The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.30.25
Q: How does Zach believe Sean Payton will approach the game against Houston?
Zach thinks Sean will try to run the football effectively, particularly after reviewing the analytics that indicate success with the run game.
The Drive | Hour 2 | 10.28.25
Q: What do you think about the Wildcat? Do you like that play?
I like it because it gives defenses something to think about, especially since RJ can throw.

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This sports talk podcast presents dynamic discussions centered around the Denver Broncos, featuring in-depth analysis of player performances, coaching decisions, and team developments. The hosts engage in lively debates, shedding light on critical games and player statistics, while also weaving in personal anecdotes and community issues. Unique to this podcast is the combination of a sports professional with firsthand experience in the Denver area and a seasoned radio personality, creating an authentic connection with listeners through shared local references and insightful commentary.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with The Drive:

1. Stokley and Evans with Mark Schlereth
2. Dover and Cecil
3. DNVR Denver Broncos Podcast
4. Locked On Broncos - Daily Podcast On The Denver Broncos
5. The Fan Weekends

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The Drive launched 16 years ago and published 446 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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Recent guests on The Drive include:

1. Jason Fitz
2. Sean Pendergast
3. Brandon Marshall
4. Dante Gomez
5. Nick Wright
6. Brian Howell
7. Kevin Lytle
8. Richie Carney

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