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From the Bleachers
GameSpot and SportsGamer editors come together with pointed insight and blind team loyalty in our weekly sports gaming podcast!
- From the Bleachers: 09/22/08
In this week's episode the FtB team share their thoughts on the legacy of Yankee Stadium, analyze the US improbable Ryder Cup win, and go over a busy weekend football schedule. Brian makes the case for a new "We are Idiots" segment, Shanker explains the link between Tom Brady and Michael Vick, and Aaron goes into detail about what he will do to Charles Tillman if he ever meets him. As always, Fred shares your response to our Question of the Week and the crew give you their picks in the world of sports. - From the Bleachers: 09/17/08
In this weeks show the FtB crew break down what you can expect from EAs NCAA Basketball 09, share their experiences with NHL 09s online multiplayer, and NBA 2K9 developers Rob Jones and Erick Boenisch pay a visit to discuss their upcoming basketball sim. Brian shares his disappointment over Konamis exclusive UEFA license, Aaron describes where DeSean Jacksons boneheaded play on Monday Night ranks all-time, and Shanker describes what Ataris Deer Hunter Tournament needs to attract new, slightly disturbed audiences. Fred breaks down your response to our Question of the Week and the team give you their guaranteed Pick-Its for the week. - From the Bleachers: 09/09/08
In this week's show the crew forecast the fallout from week 1 in the NFL, take a look at some of the new sports games to hit the shelves, and discuss whether penalizing football celebrations has gone too far. GameSpot's Chris Watters joins the team to break down Midway's TNA Impact, Aaron shares his pain with EA's Facebreaker, and Shanker compares EA's and 2K's hockey titles. Fred updates us on his progress at Tiger Woods 09 while Brian describes the worst screw-over in the history of sports. And, as always, we take a look at your responses to our question of the week. - From the Bleachers: 09/03/08
With college football underway and the NFL just hours away, the FtB crew dives head-first into pigskin talk with a review of NFL Head Coach 09, as well as discussion on this year's fantasy sleepers. Brian's got impressions of Sony's basketball game, NBA 09: The Inside, and the guys wonder if we really need a fifth MLB game from Take Two. Plus we announce the winners of our Football Phone-In contest, read your e-mails, listen to your phone calls, and make more atrocious sports picks. - From the Bleachers: 08/27/08
Hey there. You good? We're good too. You look fine today, you know that? You been working out? Yeah, we thought so. The FtB crew's got a lot of sexy sports gaming talk for you today. Oh yeah. For example, tennis. You think tennis is sexy? So do we, especially now that EA Sports has the exclusive Wimbledon license. That is sexy! And hey, how about that upcoming Madden patch? We heard they were going to introduce a sexy new feature into the game: it's called "sexy". Mmmm. If that doesn't float your boat, we've got Aaron talking dirty about Tiger 09, Fred teasing us with reader responses to the question of the week, and Tom Mc Shea being Tom Mc Shexy. Rowr! Plus Brian brings the sexy to EA Sports. All that and your e-mails and phone calls. Sexy ones only! - From the Bleachers: 08/20/08
This week the crew talks to FIFA 09's David Rutter on the new Live Season feature, discuss Usain Bolt's crazy speed, and break down various NFL teams no one cares about. GameSpot's Tom Mc Shea joins the crew this week to gripe about the 49ers, Aaron complains about paying for downloadable updates, and Shanker proposes Olympic events in which he may be able to compete. As always, we take your calls and emails and give you our picks in the world of sports. - From the Bleachers: 08/13/08
You'd think that this week's episode of From the Bleachers would be completely dedicated to Madden NFL 09, BUT YOU'D BE... well, okay you'd be right. In addition to the guys breaking down the year's biggest sports title, we've got hip hop superstar and Madden guru Twista on the phone to talk about his review of the game, his skill with the sticks, and his best trash talking techniques. To prove we can talk about something other than football, Brian spends some time discussing the EA Sports Hockey League in NHL 09, Fred shares his Olympic "fever", and Aaron and Shanker make nearly identical Call-It picks. All that, plus listener e-mails and details on a phone-in contest that will rock your damn world or at least give you a chance to win a book. YES. READING! - From the Bleachers: 08/06/08
In this week's episode the crew review the docket for the upcoming Madden launch, break down NHL 2K9's debut on the Wii, and offer their analysis on what you can expect from Beijing. Brian phones in to offer his thoughts on the brutality of Blitz: The League 2, Shaun and Aaron review USA basketball's international woes, and Shanker raps! As always, Fred goes over the community response to our Question of the Week and the team tries to right the ship with some correct picks for a change. - From the Bleachers: 07/30/08
In this week's episode, the crew share their thoughts on Tim Donaghy's sentencing, the Cotto-Margarito slugfest, and exploding tires at the Brickyard. Brian is on assignment this week so GameSpot's Shaun McInnis attempts to fill in as peacekeeper. Aaron talks FIFA Manager 09, Fred laments the Bears' lack of talent, and Shanker shares is displeasure with the lack of cheese in NCAA Football this year. We check out your response to our Question of the Week and the team shares their "sure thing" picks for the week. - From the Bleachers: 07/23/08
In this, our marathon post-E3 episode of From The Bleachers, the crew speaks with David Littman about the new features in NHL 09 and what's in store for sports games in the future. The OzSpot's Randolph Ramsay joins the team as they discuss all the biggest hits and misses from E3. Aaron explains why this E3 could be the last, Shanker reveals his most embarrassing sports moment ever, and Brian attempts to defend his abysmal Pick It record. As always, Fred breaks down the community response on our Question of the Week and the crew gives you their "sure thing" picks for the week. - From the Bleachers: 07/09/08
In this week's episode, the crew discuss the implications of Triple H being a household name, Maddens ever-evolving soundtrack, and yet another possible return of Brett Favre. Brian predicts the return of Degeneration X to the WWE and Fred shares his analysis of why Rampage Jackson lost his UFC title. Aaron reminisces of great Grand Slam tennis performances of the past while Shanker attempts to explain why womens sports are doomed to failure. Kyle even joins the team to share his roller coaster experience with NASCAR 09. As always the team goes over all of your responses and again attempt to nail their sure-thing picks of the week. - From the Bleachers: 07/02/08
Last time, the FtB crew brazenly referred to soccer as "evil." This week, they make up for it with discussions of EA Sports' upcoming FIFA 09 and FIFA Manager 09, as well as a recap of Spain's huge victory over Germany in Euro 2008. With Shanker on injured reserve, Aaron and Brian recall their love for Micro League Baseball, Jon Miller talks about EA's 'All Play' games for the Wii, and Fred discusses the achievements in Madden NFL 09 and notifies listeners about a SportsGamer reader who's put his life for sale on the forums. Any bidders? Plus e-mails, phone calls, and more bad sports picks! - From the Bleachers: 06/25/08
This week this crew brings you an extended show covering everything from this year's Dream Team, the need for better sports peripherals, and Maria Sharapova's new on-court attire. Shanker describes his encounter with UFC's Rampage Jackson, Aaron presents his collection of terrible athlete rap, and Brian explains why the new Power Pros will be the best baseball game out there. And, as always, we go through your emails and phone calls. - From the Bleachers: 06/18/08
Kobe (and Shanker's) dreams of NBA glory are shattered, but the rest of the From the Bleachers crew is celebrating with up-to-the-minute discussion of EA Sports' upcoming NBA Live and Tiger Woods games. Meanwhile, Brian professes his love for Ferrari Challenge for the PS3 and his eternal hatred for "Get In the Hole!" guy at PGA Tour events. Fred sends a call to action for the SportsGamer and GameS