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The Sports Junkies

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Washington Commanders
Washington Nationals
World Cup
Jayden Daniels
NFL
Washington Wizards
Lebron James
Fantasy Football
National Football League
Golf
AJ Dybantsa
Brandon Aiyuk
Stefon Diggs
Harland Williams
NFC East
Baltimore Ravens
Alligator
Terry Mclaurin
Washington, D.C.
LSU

For more than 25 years, The Junks have owned Washington D.C. sports radio, covering Commanders, Nationals, Capitals, Wizards, Hokies, Terrapins, and Hoyas news. Every weekday, childhood friends John-Paul “J.P.” Flaim, Eric “E.B.” Bickel, John “Cakes” Auville, and Jason “Bish” Bishop talk DMV sports, pop culture, life, and more. Plus, they regularly chat with guests like sportswriter John Feinstein... more

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Listen to guest appearances from 106.7 The Fan and The Team 980! Brian Baldinger provides analysis on Jayden Daniels and the Commanders' offensive line. Logan Paulsen breaks down Daronte Jones' defensive scheme and key matchups against Dak Prescott. ... more

Tune in as the hosts of 106.7 The Fan and The Team 980 continue the conversation about the Commanders following their Week 1 defeat and look ahead to Week 2 in Dallas. The guys break down rookie Antonio Williams' impressive Week 1 separation metrics ... more

Welcome to The Sports Junkies best highlights from Monday, September 14th through Friday, September 18th. Have a great weekend and enjoy the games!

Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti: Week 1 reaction, Josh Allen's MVP performances, and Week 2 picks

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Recent Guests

Jack Fritz
WIP Philadelphia Eagles broadcaster
WIP / Philadelphia Eagles
Episode: Hour 1: Ole Miss Walk-Off Field Goal, Kienholz Shines & Michigan Needs More Time
David Harrison
DC Commanders reporter
Commanders
Episode: Hour 1: Ole Miss Walk-Off Field Goal, Kienholz Shines & Michigan Needs More Time
Kevin Sheehan
Sports radio host
Commanders coverage
Episode: Hour 1: Ole Miss Walk-Off Field Goal, Kienholz Shines & Michigan Needs More Time
Wes Moore
Governor of Maryland
Maryland State Government
Episode: Best Interviews on 106.7 The Fan/The Team 980: August 31-September 4
Craig Laughlin
Caps color commentator
Monumental Sports Network
Episode: Best Interviews on 106.7 The Fan/The Team 980: August 31-September 4
Amy Alarcon
Head chef (or executive culinary leader) associated with Burger King
Burger King
Episode: Junks Have An Intense Debate About Fast Food Chefs
Dave Rich
CBS Sports Fantasy Football expert
CBS Sports
Episode: H1: Monumental Recap, Tiger Woods News, Won’t Go Away
Cordell Woodland
Host at 105.7 The Fan, covers the Ravens and Orioles
105.7 The Fan
Episode: H2: Hit The Skins, Callers Weigh In, Preseason Pros And Cons
Mark Clouse
Team president, Washington Commanders
Washington Commanders
Episode: Best Interviews on 106.7 The Fan/The Team 980: The Braintrust Speaks!

Hosts

John-Paul Flaim
Host of The Sports Junkies; long-running DMV sports talk personality.
Eric Bickel
Co-host of The Sports Junkies; known for on-air banter and sports commentary.
John Auville
Co-host of The Sports Junkies; provides diverse sports takes.
Jason Bishop
Co-host of The Sports Junkies; contributes entertainment and analysis.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Cringy

    They’re so old and when they try to sound young by using words they shouldn’t be using its cringy. EB is the worst one. Bro you 60 stop using fire, rizz etc.

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    Jon Terst
    United States2 months ago
  • America haters

    Still not feeling patriotic? America haters. And you’re show sucks

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Quito77!
    United States2 months ago
  • Fix the Pod

    Love the actual show - the Junks are consistently entertaining for me, but I will NEVER subscribe, because of all of the extra garbage mini segment downloads. If I’m behind a day or two I have to delete 20-30 auto-downloads!

    Also, the commercial placement is infuriating, and whoever’s in charge of that is terrible at their job. The Junks will throw it to break but will immediately be back, then 5 minutes later a jarring block of commercials will interrupt them mid-sentence.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bone-Daddy2099
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the Show but Horrific ad placement

    Place them where it makes sense Mike Moore

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Naturally Artificial
    United States5 months ago
  • Horrific ad placement

    Mickey mouse operation

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Naturally Artificial
    United States6 months ago

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Some fans critique ad breaks and segment pacing but still enjoy the team coverage
Guest diversity and insider perspectives are valued by fans and potential sponsors alike
Listeners praise the show's sharp sports takes and entertaining banter

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#109
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Apple Podcasts
#198
Mexico/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

H1: Monumental Recap, Tiger Woods News, Won’t Go Away
Q: Why did we see Tiger Woods' license situation become such a big talking point?
Because it intersects high-profile celebrity scrutiny with legal consequences and personal privacy, sparking debate about how a world-class athlete should handle public image and private decisions.
Full Show - Why Are The Commanders Catching Heat?
Q: What is the likelihood of the Commanders starting 0-3 given their schedule?
Listeners and hosts acknowledge the difficulty but debate whether optimism should be tempered with reality, ultimately leaning toward cautious optimism due to organizational confidence and improved defense.
Best Interviews on 106.7 The Fan/The Team 980: August 31-September 4
Q: How are the Nationals handling the call-ups and bullpen planning?
The discussion centers on giving young players like Yo-Yo and Jared chances, while balancing bullpen usage and keeping a flexible lineup as the season winds down.
Best Interviews on 106.7 The Fan/The Team 980: August 31-September 4
Q: What is the latest on Josiah Gray and his place in the rotation?
Toboni explains Gray will begin in a relief-capable track in the near term, building up in Harrisburg to Rochester over 10 days to two weeks before he is prepared to contribute.
INTERVIEW: Cordell Woodland Analyzes Commanders vs Ravens
Q: What did you see from Blough's offense during the joint practices that looked different from past Commanders offenses?
Woodland observes more under-center competition and new wrinkles, but notes that the limited 11-on-11 work due to an injured OL group makes it hard to fully gauge the offense's plans.

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A long-running DMV sports talk show featuring four childhood friends who cover the local teams with a mix of strong analysis, banter, and guest appearances. Episodes routinely blend sports breakdowns (NFL, MLB, NBA), pop culture tangents, and fan interaction, often leaning into bold takes, humor, and insider perspectives from journalists and team insiders. Noteworthy is the show's distinctive, high-energy vibe, willingness to host outspoken guests, and a steady pattern of crossovers with current events in Washington-area sports, making it a go-to for listeners who want lively debate, behind-the-scenes insight, and a sense of local sports community.

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Recent guests on The Sports Junkies include:

1. Jack Fritz
2. David Harrison
3. Kevin Sheehan
4. Wes Moore
5. Craig Laughlin
6. Amy Alarcon
7. Dave Rich
8. Cordell Woodland

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