Pool Podcasts

Mark Cantrill speaks with U.S. Open promoter Barry Behrman about the (late) payment of players.

Tonight we hear from the Music City Open tournament director Steve McDonald about what’s happening in Nashville. Alison speaks with John Morra about his fate at the recent Turning Stone event and his upcoming exhibition match. Mark Cantrill speaks with both Chris Bartram and Jonathan Pinegar (” Hennessee “) about their upcoming money match. Show Features: John … Continue reading It’s Pool Season →

This week we hear from one of the American Road Player producers Peyton Thomas about the show and what’s happening next.  And …did you know Mike Massey was a musician? How about Dawn Hopkins? Did you know high-end cue maker Jerry McWorter is too? Hear some of their music tonight! Show Features: Peyton Thomas, Mary Ann … Continue reading American Road Player →

From all of us, to all of you, have a Merry Christmas and a great new year too! Show Features: David “Mr. Bond”, Mark Cantrill, Mike Howerton, Jerry Forsyth, Alison Fischer, Mary Ann Starkey, Rick Bryant, Angel Levine, Daniel Busch, Dennis Walsh, Doug Gordon, Ian Brock, Mark Wilson, Randy G., Scott Lee, Will Prout. Running … Continue reading Happy Holidays →

Was he jealous? Is he bitter? Or is he the biggest supporter of Team USA in the entire country? Mark Cantrill speaks with the American pro Johnny Archer about his take on the Mosconi Cup this year. Mary Ann speaks with women’s pool legend Billie Billing about her epic pool hall in Brooklyn. Show Features: … Continue reading Heeeeere’s Johnny! →

Mark Cantrill speaks with TEAM USA coach Mark Wilson about the results of the 2014 Mosconi Cup Tournament. Mr. Bond chats with TEAM USA member John Schmidt about what went wrong and what could have gone better for the Americans. Show Features: Mark Wilson, Mark Cantrill, John Schmidt, David “Mr. Bond”, Scott Lee, Randy G. Running Time 1:10

Mike Howerton, Mark Cantrill and Mr. Bond discuss the Mosconi Cup and what went wrong… Alison talks with female contender Yomaylin Feliz who will be playing in the new Dragon Promotions event. Show Features: Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”, Mike Howerton, Alison Fischer, Yomaylin Feliz, Scott Lee and Randy G. Running time: 1:17

Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving Day everyone – and best of luck to Team USA at this year’s Mosconi Cup tournament. The countdown has begun! Show features: Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”, Mary Ann Starkey, Alison Fischer Running Time: 22 Mins.

Mike Howerton speaks with Ian Anderson of the WPA about their strong disapproval of players participating in an event created by Dragon Promotions. Show Features: Mike Howerton, Ian Anderson Running Time: 48 mins

Cindy Lee of Dragon Promotions speaks with Mike Howerton about their 10-ball event and the associated conflicts of interest it has generated. Show Features: Cindy Lee, Mike Howerton Running Time: 60 mins.

Tune in tonight for a frank discussion with Oscar, Mark Cantrill and Mr. Bond about the Mezz Tour, Barry Berhman, and the feelings of a Mosconi Cup candidate who got the axe. How exactly would you feel? Would you go to Blackpool if you weren’t playing on the team? Mike Howerton chats with Ozzy Reynolds … Continue reading Keepin’ It Real With Oscar Dominguez →

Today’s guest host is Dan Rider.  Dan has been kicking around the pool scene since the mid 60’s.  He owns Farmington Billiards in Farmington, MN.  (farmingtonbilliardsmn.com)  He has some good stories and played with some great players. If you have any critique or comments please send them to:  1tabletalk@gmail.com

Direct from the archives of the Chicago Billiard Museum, this week’s show features a very special sampling of stories directly from the mouth of the legendary hustler: Rudolf Wanderone Jr., also known as Minnesota Fats. Show Features: David “Mr. Bond”, Minnesota Fats Running Time: 27mins

Mark Cantrill talks with Karl Boyes about the World Cup, and this year’s Mosconi Cup competition, including his prediction of the results. He also suggests that Matchroom wants USA to win?! Mr. Bond tells us some creepy Halloweeny stories of death and destruction in the pool world. Show Features: Mary Ann Starkey, Frank Murcia, Karl … Continue reading Tales From The Crypt →

Jay reports the finishing players in the MPA Tournament held in Fridley, MN and talks about the US Open prize money being paid. He also discusses the North Star Ladies Pool Tour, fundraising for Junior players and pocket size.

U.S. Open founder Barry Behrman discusses the results of his event with Mike Howerton. Mark Cantrill talks with Team USA coach Mark Wilson while Mr. Bond talks with Team Europe coach Johan Ruysink about the coming Mosconi Cup event, along with a friendly wager. Show Features: Barry Behrman, Mike Howerton, Mark Cantrill, Mark Wilson, David … Continue reading Coach vs Coach →

Jay talks all things 14.1 continuous with Dennis Green, head of the MN Straightpool Assn. Check out his website at: mnstraightpool.com. They also talk about the old pool rooms in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls and Crookston, MN. Jay updates the winners in the first three MPA tournaments and urges participation in the fundraiser Scotch Doubles to … Continue reading Table Talk – Oct 15, 2014 →

Matchroom announces the U.S. referee for the Mosconi Cup this year. Find out who it is as Mark Cantrill chats with him about ref duties and more. Mr. Bond gets some answers from designer Colin Tury, about the new Brunswick GC VI table. Mike Howerton gives us a live update from the U.S. Open in VA. Alison … Continue reading New Table New Blood →

Jay Helfert, the acting tournament director at this year’s U.S. Open discusses the format and proposed rules for the event with Mike Howerton. Mark Cantrill talks with former champion Johnny Archer about his take on what the rules should be, from a players perspective.  Show Features: Jay Helfert, Mike Howerton, Mark Cantrill, Johnny Archer, David “Mr. Bond”, Scott … Continue reading The U.S. Open Rules →

April Larson shows why she is a champion, not only because of her pool knowledge and execution, but because she is a smart, charming, mature and very personable young lady. April is getting ready to compete in the World Junior Championships in Shanghai.  The US players get no help for their expenses except from donations … Continue reading Table Talk – Oct 8, 2014 →