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The Drive

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Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Royals
NCAA Tournament
Kenneth Walker
NFL Draft
Royals
Kansas City
World Baseball Classic
Kansas
Kansas Jayhawks
Mansoor Delane
Baltimore Ravens
Missouri
Chiefs
World Cup
NFL
College Basketball
Kansas State University
Max Crosby
Missouri Tigers

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 how disappointed the Royals and fans should feel about the team dropping the final game of the series with the Guardians.

The Drive heard from callers who had mixed emotions about the city trying to remove the 23-hour bar law during the upcoming World Cup.

The Drive voiced their frustration with college sports and their decision to expand both college football and college basketball postseason.

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Recent Guests

Peter Burns
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Episode: Hour 3 – History of Success when Drafting CB in the Top 10
Eric Edholm
NFL.com draft analyst
NFL.com
Episode: Full Show - 04.23.26
Peter Schrager
ESPN NFL analyst (clip)
ESPN
Episode: Full Show - 04.23.26
Tom Pelissero
NFL Network analyst (clip)
NFL Network
Episode: Full Show - 04.23.26
Dave Burns
NFL draft insider (Arizona Cardinals representative)
Arizona Cardinals
Episode: Hour 2 – Chiefs Connected to Arvell Reese
Keith McPherson
NFL draft analyst/host
various media outlets
Episode: Hour 2 – Chiefs Connected to Arvell Reese
Ross Jackson
NFL draft analyst
Saints coverage
Episode: Hour 2 – Chiefs Connected to Arvell Reese
Terrance Wise
Leader at the Missouri Workers Center; opponent of the stadium proposal
Missouri Workers Center
Episode: Missouri Workers Center on their Opposition to New Stadium
Shreyas Ladha
KU transfer portal reporter for Kansas City Star
Kansas City Star
Episode: Full Show - 04.13.26

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 States7 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.
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Fans praise KC-local perspective and knowledgeable analysis.

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Full Show - 04.29.26
Q: What stands out about Mansoor Delain as a draft prospect?
Sam Munson argues Delain is a top-tier, blue-chip corner with elite tape and a high ceiling, likening him to a shutdown corner who could be a foundational piece for the Chiefs' defense.
Hour 3 – Rashee Rice Standing with Chiefs Kingdom
Q: Do you think Bill Self would have considered returning without the Stokes commitment?
The discussion suggests Self likely felt good about recruiting momentum from January and believed Stokes could be a catalyst for continued success, indicating his decision to return was tied in part to this recruitment, though not solely dependent on it.
Hour 3 – Rashee Rice Standing with Chiefs Kingdom
Q: How important is Stokes' signing to the overall trajectory of KU's program this season and beyond?
Stokes is viewed as a signature piece who could elevate KU back into national conversations, with teammates showing strong chemistry and recruiters highlighting his versatility and fit.
Hour 3 – Rashee Rice Standing with Chiefs Kingdom
Q: What do you make of the rest of Kansas' freshman class and their potential impact alongside Stokes and Kenny?
The freshmen are highly regarded; alongside Stokes and Kenny they could form a dynamic, ready-made group that might contribute early, though there will be adjustments to level and pace.
Hour 2 – Delane Pick is Getting More Well Liked Over Time
Q: How does Delane compare to other top corner prospects in the draft?
Eric Bossie and others suggest Delane is a clean, high-ceiling prospect with a strong NFL-ready profile, potentially outperforming other top corners when fully evaluated, though debates about fit and athleticism persist.

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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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1. Peter Burns
2. Eric Edholm
3. Peter Schrager
4. Tom Pelissero
5. Dave Burns
6. Keith McPherson
7. Ross Jackson
8. Terrance Wise

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