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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 Richie listen and react to Netflix's "Elway" documentary trailer. We speak to Elways importance to the city of Denver and how excited they are to see the behind the scenes from Elway and his friends and family. We ask... more

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach, Richie and the guys compete in the weekly trivia competition. After a bye week for Thanksgiving, will we be able to match the morning show's 4-0 performance from today? Zach and Richie react to Courtland Sutton surpassin... more

In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Richie react to the text line's suggestions for what Denver sports documentaries they would want to see get made. We pivot to the Broncos and dive into the Broncos and Raiders matchup this upcoming weekend. Zach detai... more

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Richie cross talking with Dover and Cecil. The guys discuss Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes as we look forward to next season. How bad of a spot is Sanders in, as he heads into a must-win season without top... more

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Recent Guests

Vance Joseph
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Denver Broncos
Episode: The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.20.25
Patrick Mahomes
QB, Kansas City Chiefs
Episode: The Drive | Hour 4 | 11.14.25
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Analyst for Yahoo Sports Daily and Fox Sports Radio
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Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.06.25
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Radio Host at Sports Radio 610
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Episode: The Drive | Hour 4 | 10.29.25
Mike Kliss
9News Broncos insider
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Episode: The Drive | Hour 2 | 09.19.25
Brandon Marshall
Super Bowl 50 Champion
Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 09.19.25
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Sports contributor and trivia participant
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Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 09.18.25
Drew Spivak
Sports commentator and trivia participant
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Episode: The Drive | Hour 3 | 09.18.25
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Sportscaster at FS1
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Hosts

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

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 430 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 States4 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 States5 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 States2 years 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

Listeners Say

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.

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The Drive | Hour 3 | 12.02.25
Q: Can we still get to a Super Bowl if we don't have a run game?
It's hard, but I would say the team that topped the AFC does not have a run game right now.
The Drive | Hour 2 | 11.24.25
Q: What are you guys going to do about the penalties?
Phillip Lindsay highlights that the Denver Broncos are the most penalized team in the NFL and emphasizes that this could hinder their success in the playoffs.
The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.21.25
Q: How important is it for just the mindset of the team to know that their kicker is reliable?
Brandon Marshall emphasized that having a reliable kicker is crucial, as it instills confidence in the team and helps secure crucial points during games.
The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.21.25
Q: What were your bye weeks like as a player, particularly during the Super Bowl 50 season?
Brandon Marshall described that most players would get out of town during their bye weeks, particularly if they were healthy, and discussed the importance of staying in shape during the time off.
The Drive | Hour 3 | 11.19.25
Q: What would the Broncos do if they could rewind time to the NFL draft?
They would likely go for Trevion Henderson in the first round instead of Jahdae Barron considering the current team needs and player performances.

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

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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. Vance Joseph
2. Patrick Mahomes
3. Jason Fitz
4. Sean Pendergast
5. Mike Kliss
6. Brandon Marshall
7. Dante Gomez
8. Drew Spivak

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