Hog And The Curtain Sports Show

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben get back to business as they break down the upcoming NFL season. The guys take a close look at the prospects of their own Redskins and Steelers, try to separate the "middle class" teams, and make their playoff/Super Bowl predictions.  Top 3: 2013 NFL Bold Predictions.

Tuben and Dempsey are back at it again, as they restart the HATC College Football podcasts by previewing the upcoming 2013 season.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben use the doldrums of the sports summer to discuss the USA's Gold Cup win, and a few over-riding discussions from around the sports world.  Trivia.

Dave and Tuben hit the airwaves to talk about the epic Game 6 and preview the upcoming NBA Finals Game 7.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben look back on Games 2 & 3 of the NBA Finals and question LeBron, his (un)supporting cast, and the Spurs' depth.  Also, the guys talk about the USA's important victories over Jamaica and Panama on their way to qualifying for next year's World Cup.  Trivia.

Dave & Tuben call an emergency pod to discuss the Spurs big victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben recap a riveting Eastern Conference Finals series before making their predictions for the Heat/Spurs matchup.  Also, the guys look at a coaching trend around sports where the "tough" get going, and the upcoming World Cup qualifiers for the USMNT.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben try to break down the NBA's "Final Four" and the Heat's seemingly unabated path to the Larry O'Brien trophy.  And then, with Vegas unveiling their opening lines for 2013 NFL Win Total Odds, the guys try to guess where the bookmakers have set the Over/Under marks.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben reflect on the Washington Capitals latest playoff flare-out, Tiger Woods' beef with Sergio, and all the latest action around the NBA Playoffs.  Including Steph Curry's new "Star" status, the Heat's lack of competition, and the glaring hole left behind Russell Westbrook.  Top 3: Favorite Current TV Characters.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben take a look at the recent NFL Draft and make their (sure to be wrong) predictions for who made the shrewdest pickups and who dropped the ball.  And of course, the guys break down the Redskins and Steelers newest additions and voice their pleasures/displeasures.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben talk NBA & the Masters, focusing on Kobe Bryant's tough road back from injury, the NBA's most interesting Round 1 matchups, and the explosion of clutch shots by Angel Cabrera and Adam Scott.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben breakdown the latest happenings around the local DC-sports scene, the Miami Heat's biggest threat to another Championship, Pitino's place in coaching history after Championship #2, and more.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben discuss the NCAA Tourney, thus far, and look forward to what the Final Four might have to offer.  The guys also give their takes on the Mike Rice-saga at Rutgers.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben recap all of the bracket-busting action from the first weekend of March Madness.  The guys talk about everything from the CAA Champion (JMU, baby!) and possible conference movement (George Mason), to who wins for Most Impressive first two rounds (Florida-Gulf Coast, Michigan, Louisville, etc.), to Georgetown's possible "bad-luck" in recent years.  Also, the HATC-curse strikes again at the mere MENTION of the word "streak", and a quick look at the USA's positive results from their recent World Cup qualifiers.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben take a look at the field of 68 and break down the chances of the especially the greatest play-in 16-seed of ALL TIME (JMU!!!) to advance deep into the Madness... as well as, the lack of dominance at the top, and the chaos that may ensue.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben discuss the recent surge of PED stories in sports and what they mean.  How big of a problem are they? Should we crack down harder or legalize them?  Also, the guys touch on NBA All-Star weekend, the dearth of talent around College Basketball, and more.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben mourn the end of yet another football season as they recap the Ravens' victory over the 49ers, then the guys discuss the (sudden) over-reaction to the inherent dangers in sports.  Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben celebrate the Super showdown this Sunday by covering everything from Deer Antler spray to the future of football to the dramatic conclusion of the HATC Playoff Challenge.  Top 3: Super Bowl Prop Bets.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben look back at a wild Divisional Playoff weekend including Colin Kaepernick's Superman impression, the Seahawks' late wake-up call, and THE WORST SAFETY PLAY EVER.  The guys make their picks & "wagers" for the HATC NFL Playoff Challenge, as well.  Top 3: 2013 Sports Wishes.

Nature Boy attempts to assess the emotional stability of Dave and (especially) Tuben after the Redskins' playoff stumble against the Seahawks, and RG3's knee injury.  The guys also revisit the other three games from the opening weekend of the NFL playoffs and make their HATC Playoff Challenge picks for the Divisional Round.  Top 3: 2012 Predictions.