Hog And The Curtain Sports Show

Dave, Tuben, and Nature Boy take a look back at the 2011 NFL Draft to break down their Winners, Losers, and, of course, evaluate the newest members of the Redskins and Steelers.  Trivia: Nature Boy.

Dave, Tuben, and Nature Boy get their thoughts together on the upcoming 2011 NFL Draft, including the Redskins' laundry-list of needs & the Steelers' holes to plug.  But before all that, the George Mason University alum (Nature Boy) gives his reaction to the end of the Jim Larranaga-era.  And finally the guys try out a new occasional ending to the show... Trivia.

Dave, Nature Boy & Tuben convene to talk about the splinter group of NFL players and their impact on the Labor Negotiations, before focusing on the first full week of the NBA & NHL Playoffs.  Top 3: Mythological Holiday Creatures You'd Take in a Fight.

Dave and Nature Boy fly a 2-man ship in Tuben's absence and riff on Charl Schwartzel's closing ability, Rory McIlroy's impression of Greg Norman, Tiger getting over the "hump"?, and golfer's "juicing" on technology.  Also, the guys talk about some of the possible scenarios and likely outcomes for the upcoming NBA Playoffs.

Dave, Tuben & Nature Boy discuss the offensive offenses of UConn and (especially) Butler as they breakdown the 2011 NCAA National Championship game.  The guys also turn their attention to Shaka Smart's decision to continue to carry the mid-major flag.  Top 3: Favorite Things About Spring.

Dave, Tuben & Nature Boy debate on the most impressive teams and players so far in this year's NCAA Tournament, and Tuben gives his feelings on the Capitals chances in the upcoming NHL playoffs.  Top 3: Teams that should be Contracted.

Dave, Tuben, and Nature Boy discuss all of the chaos from March Madness' opening weekend, including the CAA's impressive showing, the Big East's disappointment, the recent college basketball "drop-off", and resurgence of white guys back in the playing rotation.  Top 3: Most Annoying Co-worker Traits.

Dave, Nature Boy and Tuben have taken the time to digest this year's March Madness selection process and now it's time to hash out their thoughts.  The guys talk about the prospects of the DC-area schools, the mis-seeding of a few teams, and wonder if we will all ever be allowed to "see behind the curtain".  Top 3: Favorite "Sports Days" of the Year.

It's post Super Bowl, but not quite March Madness, so Dave, Nature Boy and Tuben come together to debate a long-time sports question: (When) Is it okay for fans to change their allegiances to their favorite teams?  The guys cover all the bases when it comes to circumstances surrounding a sports fan's "ultimate decision".  Top 3: Favorite All-Time NBA Players.

Dave and Tuben jump on for a "mini-pod" in order to reach closure on the "Clinton Portis-era" in Washington, to "trade" thoughts on the Caps' newest roster moves, and to let Tuben thank Mike Bibby for his "cup o' coffee" in D.C.

Dave, Nature Boy and Tuben hold court on the busiest NBA trade deadline (seemingly) ever, deciding who gave up too much and who made the most confusing moves.  Then, the guys spar back-in-forth on the return of fighting in the NHL... good thing or bad thing?  Top 3: Chicks You'd Use Your "Hall Pass" For.

With Tuben ailing, Dave and Nature Boy play short-handed to discuss a plethora of recent sports/entertainment topics: Award shows, the Lakers' recent slump, NFL mediation, Michael Vick's media attention, and more... 

Nature Boy, Tuben and Dave weigh-in on the Steelers' turnovers, Polamalu's no-show, and a "slippery" field, as well as a spread of NBA topics... including the ongoing Carmelo saga, the backlash to LeBron's backlash, and Dirk's place in history.  Top 3: Sports Personalities You Wish Would Go Away.

Dave, Nature Boy and Tuben welcome back their good buddy (& resident Packer fan) Mike Hayes to examine all angles of the upcoming Super Bowl.  Who's the best defensive player in this game?  What would a win do for Aaron Rodgers in comparison to his predecessor, Favre?  And, how are both of their wives handling "Super Bowl" week?  Top 3: Crazy Purchases if you Won the Lottery.

Tuben, Nature Boy & Dave get together for a quick recap of last week's NFL Conference Championship games, a look at NBA MVP candidates, and to decide whether or not the Redskins should take Mel Kiper's advice.  Top 3: Favorite Appetizers.

Dave, Tuben & Nature Boy discuss the Steelers continued ownership of the Ravens, Aaron Rodgers' latest step toward superstardom, and the Jets' baffling of Tom Brady.  Top 3: 2011 Sports Predictions.

Nature Boy, Dave & Tuben gather round the campfire to rehash the coaching errors that littered the NFL Wildcard weekend, answer the question What's the NFL's Best Current Rivalry?, and try to explain how a 7-9 team made it past the 1st round.  Also, Dave makes a questionable choice of phrases, and the guys point out the ill-effects of the NCAA Bowl schedule.  Top 3: Jobs We'd Like to Try.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben ring in the New Year by looking forward to the Redskins' off-season, breaking down Wildcard Weekend, and taking a quick look back at an intriguing NHL Winter Classic.  Top 3: Awesome-est Movie Memorabilia.

Dave and Tuben make their picks for NFL Week 17 while going over the Redskins' stretch run, the Bengals win without "T.Ocho", and the impressive wins by rookie QB's.  Then, the guys delve into the topic of NBA contraction before giving Tuben his chance to express his excitement for the upcoming "Winter Classic".  Top 3: Favorite Christmas Movies.

Nature Boy joins Dave to make his NFL Week 17 Picks and try to win the season-long Spread Challenge, and discuss the money-grubbing hypocrisy of the NCAA and NFL, especially in regards to the Ohio State football suspensions.  Top 3: Favorite Christmas Movies.