

The Tony Kornheiser Show
This Show Stinks Productions, LLC
"The Tony Kornheiser Show" (now available exclusively on-demand) is a topical, daily talk show that starts with sports and quickly moves into politics, current events, entertainment and, really, whatever happens to be on Tony’s mind that day. The format of the show—regular sit-in guests with familiar interviews and segments—highlights not only the unique perspective of Tony Kornheiser but also the expertise of his network of friends. Join one of the most recognizable and outspoken commentators of sports and entertainment (longtime radio host in Washington, DC and current co-host of ESPN's PTI) and enjoy original episodes published every weekday starting September 6th.
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Jul 21, 2023 • 1h 4min
"The Wurst!"
Tony opens the show by talking with Michael about Michael’s trip to Michigan, and also about the early takeaways from the British Open. Washington Post movie critic Ann Hornaday calls in to give reviews of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer”, Tony talks to Nigel and Michael about the sale of the Washington Football Team, and he closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Mandy Valentine “Run, Rabbit Run” ; Lisa Jeanette “Top of the Ferris Wheel” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 19, 2023 • 57min
“Tony is pessimistic”
Tony opens the show by talking about how sad he is that the days (and daylight) are getting shorter, and he also talks about a rough night for the Nats, a good round of golf, and the women’s World Cup. Steve Sands phones in to talk about the British Open (and also about his hotel,) and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Jackie and the Treehorns “No Blues” ; “Edgewalker” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 17, 2023 • 1h 9min
“River Cruise?”
Tony opens the show by talking to Liz Clarke and Nigel about playing in a golf tournament at the beach, and about one of the best meals he’s ever had. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk about Steph Curry’s big day on the links, and also about the great men’s final at Wimbledon, and the recent troubles at Northwestern. Tony talks to Liz to get her thoughts on Carlos Alcaraz’s win over Novak Djokovic, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Erin Propp and Larry Roy “The Frost” ; “He Cries (The Breathing)” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 7, 2023 • 1h 2min
“We’re going to need a direct line”
Tony opens the show by reading some email, and he also talks about the first round of the LPGA’s US Open at Pebble and about a rough night for the Nats. Mariners play by play man Dave Sims calls in to talk about the upcoming All Star game in Seattle, Attorney Abbe Lowell phones in to talk about the implications of foreign money being invested in American sports, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Dan Bern “Mr. Tony vs the Mouse” ; “Larsen, Wells and Cone” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 5, 2023 • 59min
“Not a Gatorade guy”
Tony opens the show by talking about playing in a golf tournament with Michael on July 4th despite the high heat and humidity in DC and also about watching the Capitol fireworks on TV. Jeff Passan calls in to talk about Mike Trout’s wrist injury and how that may impact the Angels thoughts on trading Shohei Ohtani, Ron Sirak phones in from Pebble Beach to talk about the Women’s US Open and the expectation for Rose Zhang, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Stay Outside “Overboard” ; “Wood Panel Prince” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 3, 2023 • 1h 6min
“Mr. Mouse, it’s time to go”
Tony opens the show by talking about Ricky Fowler’s win, and Greg Garcia’s hole in one, the Nats, and an encounter with a mouse. Michael Wilbon calls in to talk with Tony about the start of NBA free agency, and also about what to do in Spooky Nook, PA, Sally Jenkins phones in to talk about her story in the Washington Post about the enduring friendship between Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Abbie Thomas “Chasing the Moon” ; “Can’t Go On Like This” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 30, 2023 • 1h 6min
“The bank story”
Tony opens the show by talking about how Chessie got a new favorite toy, and also about an interesting encounter he had at the bank. Barry Svrluga calls in to talk about the state of ownership for the DC sports franchises as well as Qatar’s involvement with the Wizards, Washington Post movie critic Ann Hornaday phones in to talk about the new Indiana Jones movie, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Divine Sweater “When the World Is Ending” ; Ozark Mountain Daredevils “More Cowbell” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 2min
“North Scottsdale”
Tony opens the show by talking about the storm warnings in DC for the last few days, and he also talks about the trouble he’s having with his wedge, and a little bit about zucchinis. Chuck Todd phones in to talk about what’s going on in Russia with the attempted mutiny by the Wagner Group, Richard Justice phones in to talk about the oppressive heat and accompanying violent storms that have been battering Texas for weeks and also about another brilliant performance from Shohei Ohtani, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Brian Kenneth Swain “The Road” ; “Who Am I?” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 26, 2023 • 59min
“Pavarotti has a cold”
Tony opens the show by talking about Jinglefest, the Nats, walking the golf course twice over rhe weekend, and Bootsie’s birthday party. Michael Wilbon phones in to talk about this being a dead spot in the sports calendar and how he’ll be watching his son Matthew play AAU basketball, David Remnick calls in to talk about his book “Holding the Note” and his conversations with Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen and Leonard Cohen among others, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag.Songs . Dan Bern “Elly De La Cruz” ; River Iris “Imposter” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 22, 2023 • 1h 4min
“That’s a late touchdown Laddie”
Tony opens the show by talking about another trade by the Wizards, the Nats, and what’s going on with Victor Robles. Brian Windhorst calls in to give his thoughts on the Wizards trade with Boston and Memphis, and he also talks about what to expect from Victor Wembanyama as a pro. Jason La Canfora phones in to talk about the NFL’s evolving policy in regards to gambling, and Tony closes the show out by opening up the Mailbag.Songs : Amy Tietjen “Our Time” ; “Heaven” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices