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The Drive

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Kansas City Royals
Kansas City Chiefs
Boston Red Sox
Brandon Aiyuk
Bobby Witt Jr.
San Francisco 49ers
Olympics
Vinny Pasquantino
Cleveland Guardians
Major League Baseball
Harrison Butker
Football
Training Camp
Missouri Tigers
Rashee Rice
NFL
NABJ
Devontae Adams
Vinnie Pasquantino
Seth Lugo

The Drive comes your way weekdays from 2pm-6pm on 96.5 The Fan. Carrington Harrison & 'The Sports Machine' Sean Levine will make you laugh, listen & learn in the afternoon or on your drive home from work. They're passionate, dynamic and care about giving the listeners the quality and entertainment they demand. Tune in!

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The Drive opened the show with what Salvador Perez had to say following Venezuela's World Baseball Classic Championship.

The Drive reacted to what Daniel Jeremiah said were the strongest and weakest parts of the draft, and what the Chiefs should do at 9.

The Drive describes why the Chiefs roster is slipping - because they haven't found their Maikel Garcia.

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Recent Guests

Matt Norlander
CBS Sports college basketball reporter
CBS Sports
Episode: Full Show – 03.13.26
Michael Swain
Reporter for 247 Sports covering the Kansas Jayhawks
247 Sports
Episode: Michael Swain on Kansas Matchup with Houston
Brandon Tobin
Expert guest joining from Miami to discuss Kohou
Miami Dolphins (former team Kohou played for)
Episode: Brendan Tobin with a Kader Kohou Scouting Report
Sean Said
Analyst at Sumer Sports
Sumer Sports
Episode: Full Show – 03.10.26
Ryan Green
Radio host/analyst
1050 XL in Jacksonville
Episode: Full Show – 03.10.26
Alex Barth
Analyst with 98.5 The Sports Hub in Boston
98.5 The Sports Hub
Episode: Full Show – 03.09.26
Mara Dooley
Analyst with Seattle Sports
Seattle Sports
Episode: Full Show – 03.09.26
Maura Dooley
Sports broadcaster, commenter
Seattle Sports
Episode: The Glass Half Full View of Kenneth Walker
Mike Renner
NFL Draft Analyst
CBS Sports
Episode: Full Show – 03.06.26

Hosts

Carrington Harrison
Host of The Drive; KC sports personality with a focus on Chiefs and local teams
Sean Levine
Co-host; known for contrarian sports analysis and broad daily sports discussion
Rob Britton
Co-host and commentator on The Drive

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • update again

    Show is back to posting late in the day. Very disappointing

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bdub1020
    United States6 months ago
  • update

    Great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bdub1020
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Drive is the best!

    Thanks to the great guys that host The Drive I am able to keep up on all my sport categories. I love hearing what’s going on everyday. Thanks Carrington and Rob!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zachary Casey
    United States2 years ago
  • Rob is a Waterhead

    It’s a man and Rob is a clueless moron

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jackie_Burns
    United States2 years ago
  • Rob being out is great for the podcast feed

    No 20 minutes of ads or 4 minute clips of the show being posted

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stophating123454
    United States2 years ago

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Chemistry among hosts is a strong plus for listeners.
Audience appreciates guest expertise and varied topics.
Some episodes face delays or gaps in uploading hours.
Fans praise KC-local perspective and knowledgeable analysis.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hour 2 – Did the Chiefs Sign a Good Player to a Great Contract?
Q: How would you rank Kenneth Walker among other top running backs in the league?
Walker is somewhere between running back five and twenty; he isn't in the elite top three, and his value depends heavily on system and usage. He can be productive if deployed correctly, but he isn't Saquon, Henry, or Bijan in this evaluation.
Matt Verderame on the Chiefs Addition of Kenneth Walker
Q: What might the Chiefs do for RB2 or depth after Walker?
The hosts discuss potentially bringing back Kareem Hunt, drafting a mid-round back, and adding veterans to the defensive line to complement Walker's roles.
Matt Verderame on the Chiefs Addition of Kenneth Walker
Q: Do you think Kenneth Walker is a good fit for the Chiefs as a long-term solution at running back?
Verd erame suggests Walker brings explosiveness and playmaker ability that Kansas City has lacked, while acknowledging the risk of injury and the need for depth behind him.
Hour 1 – Bobby Witt Jr. is Shining on the Biggest Stage
Q: Do you think the Chiefs will draft a wide receiver in the first round?
Yes, the panel around this date suggests one of the top three receivers in the draft could fit the Chiefs' offense, with Rashid Rice in the mix as a returning piece and the team looking to add another dynamic playmaker through the draft rather than free agency.
Hour 1 – Bobby Witt Jr. is Shining on the Biggest Stage
Q: What do you make of Kenneth Walker's fit in the Chiefs' run game?
Walker brings homerun hitting ability with higher explosive play rate, but also a higher negative play rate; when combined with a solid interior line, he could open up more big runs while reducing negative plays.

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A fast-paced sports talk show centered on Kansas City teams and national sports with a heavy emphasis on the Chiefs, NFL trades, and college basketball, often weaving in local KU/K-State and Missouri coverage. Episodes pair sharp banter with rapid-fire analysis of potential moves in the NFL draft, free agency, and roster decisions, alongside in-depth college hoops discussions around seeding and tournament implications. A recurring strength is the dynamic chemistry among hosts, including contrarian takes and local insider perspective, which makes it especially valuable for listeners who want accessible, opinionated sports breakdowns with a KC focus. Noteworthy is the blend of cross-sport commentary (NFL, NBA, baseball) and frequent guest app... more

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Recent guests on The Drive include:

1. Matt Norlander
2. Michael Swain
3. Brandon Tobin
4. Sean Said
5. Ryan Green
6. Alex Barth
7. Mara Dooley
8. Maura Dooley

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