Pool Podcasts

2016 is a good year for pool with 4 “new” events added to the calendar. Join us for a chat with pool veteran Jerry Forsyth as he describes the new WPA World 8Ball event slated for later this year. Don’t forget to visit our new ABR gift shop Show Features: Jerry Forsyth, Mark Cantrill, David … Continue reading A Great Day For The Irish →

Tonight Mr. Bond presents the last two chapters of The Fabulous Mr. Ponzi, the 1948 autobiography of 3-time world pocket billiard champion. Oh and by the way, you should visit our new Gift Shop and get yourself a Tshirt. Running Time: 47 mins          

This week Mark Cantrill spent some time chatting with up-and-coming Sneaky Pete Mafia founder Garret Troop about their plans, hopes and aspirations in the pool world. Mr. Bond shares chapter 7 of The Fabulous Mr. Ponzi. Show Features: Garret Troop, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond” Running Time: 59:48          

Join us tonight for a chat with Oscar Dominguez, the winner of the Jay Swanson memorial, who is also off to a great start in the Mosconi Cup points race. Mark Cantrill and Mr. Bond find some humor in Johnny Archer’s snow storm adventure. Show Features: Oscar Dominguez, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”. Running Time: 47:43 … Continue reading Oscar Winning Tournament →

Join us as the NAPT stamps their name at the top of a new chapter in the big book of pool world history, as once again, a new pool association springs forth. Who knows what the future may bring. Also listen in as Mark Cantrill and Johnny Archer take a walk down memory lane in this … Continue reading Winds of Change →

Join us tonight as we go “old school” with special guest “Champagne” Ed Kelly, former championship title holder and road player of many styles of pool, including one-pocket, 9ball, and straight pool. Show Features: Eddie Kelly, David “Mr. Bond” Running Time 49:44          

Today we hear from John French, his side of the events that have transpired as of late, his dealings with Dennis Orcullo, and why his great big match-up popped like a balloon. Show Features: John French, Mark Cantrill Running Time: 1:15          

Join us tonight for a chat with professional player Dennis Orcullo as he describes his dealings with John French et al. Much will be explained. Mr. French has been contacted once again and invited to respond. Show Features: Mark Cantrill, Dennis Orcullo, David “Mr. Bond” Running Time: 1:06:29          

Tonight we join Mark Cantrill and David “Mr. Bond” for a discussion of the goings on so far at Derby City, and what’s still to come. Mr. Bond offers a historic gambling challenge and shares chapter 6 of The Fabulous Mr. Ponzi. (Ponzi’s championship match with Greenleaf goes terribly awry) Running Time: 50:12       … Continue reading Derby City XVIII In Full Swing →

This week Mark Cantrill and David “Mr. Bond” discuss the somewhat sudden popularity of John French in the pool world, and extend an invitation to him, to be a guest on this show and answer the public’s questions. After an already scheduled interview failed to materialize, will John answer the phone?  Mr. Bond also shares … Continue reading The French Connection →

Tonight Mark Cantrill and David “Mr. Bond” discuss current events, and pool guru Freddie “Cornerman” Agnir of the U.S. Billiard Media Association discusses the state of the pool world. Mr. Bond also shares chapter 4 of The Fabulous Mr. Ponzi. Show Features: Freddie Agnir, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond” Running Time: 1:21         … Continue reading Cornerman and the Soap Box →

Tonight Mark Cantrill and Mr. Bond kick off the new year with a discussion of current events, and the potential line-up of Mosconi Cup ranking events in 2016. Alison Fischer chats with Ed Liddawi, owner of Sandcastle Billiards about the pool business, and his upcoming Duel of the Dames event. Mr. Bond also shares chapter … Continue reading Welcome To 2016 →

Tonight on ABR we’re sending a special holiday greeting out to all our friends and family and we’ll be sharing chapter 2 of The Fabulous Mr. Ponzi. ( 1948 autobiography of 3time world pocket billiard champion ) Running Time: 16:12          

Join us for a chat with 7-time former TEAM USA member Jeremy Jones as we discuss this year’s Mosconi Cup results. Alison speaks with the Predator Tour winner Stephen Dempsey and Mr. Bond shares the first chapter of the autobiography of Andrew Ponzi, 3-time world pocket billiard champion. Show Features: Stephen Dempsey, Tony Robles, Alison … Continue reading Mr. Jones, Mr. Dempsey, and the Fabulous Mr. Ponzi →

The ABR crew is live on the scene in Vegas for Mosconi Cup 2015… Join us for our 100th episode with Mike Howerton, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”, Team USA coach Mark Wilson and retired Navy Seal Amir Pishdad. Running Time: 31:44          

The anticipation peaks and the first day unfolds. We spoke with Euro team members Karl Boyes and Nick Van Den Berg, half way thru today’s matches. And at the conclusion of the day, Team USA member Sky Woodward spoke with us about his feelings on today’s performance. Mosconi Cup founder Barry Hearn was of course present … Continue reading Mosconi Cup Battle Begins →

Team USA once again prepares to face off against Team Europe in the hottest match of the year. Are they ready? Tonight we hear from U.S. team member Justin Bergman and coach Mark Wilson as they gear up for battle. ‪#‎MosconiCup Show Features: Mark Wilson, Justin Bergman, David “Mr. Bond” Running Time: 26mins     … Continue reading It’s Go Time →

Our apologies. Due to some unusual circumstances, we have a short show this week, but with a good-karma story from Mr. Bond – and a great new learning game from Mr. Gage. Show Features: Jeremiah Gage, David “Mr. Bond” Running Time: 35 mins          

Mr. Bond offers up some general game news of the week. Alison Fischer speaks with an upcoming monster player, 15yr old Thomas Rice who completed an undefeated victory at the Gotham City Classic. Alison also chats with author and instructor Phil Capelle about his new book and what it has to offer. Mary Ann Starkey talks … Continue reading Monsters In The Making →

Join us tonight for a chat with Mike Dechaine about his past year, and his spot on Team USA. Mike Howerton speaks with Phil Messina and David Thomson about their plans to produce a documentary called: From Hustler To Champion. Show Features: Mike Dechaine, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”, Phil Messina, David Thomson, Mike Howerton … Continue reading Mike Dechaine and the Movie Makers →