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Cheesesteaks & Takes
by Chuck, Troy, Colby, Drew, and Noah
Welcome to Cheesesteaks and Takes — the ultimate Philly sports podcast where passion runs as deep as the generations debating it. Hosted by Chuck, Troy, and our sons; Colby, Drew, and Noah, this crew brings together lifelong fans from different eras to break down the highs, lows, and unforgettable moments of Philadelphia sports. From championship parades to heartbreaking losses, no cheesesteak goes uneaten and no take goes unheard.
Episodes
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Eagles Frustration, Troy’s Takes & Sixers Hope? | Cheesesteaks and Takes S2E9
The Eagles let us down against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and we’re back to break it all down! 🦅 In Episode 9 of Season 2, we revisit the Eagles’ frustrating loss to Jacksonville, and Troy finally gets his chance to sound off after missing our instant reaction show. Does he agree with our takes…
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🎙️: Eagles in Trouble? Another Heartbreaker, More Questions! | S2 E8
The Eagles let another one slip away! In Episode 8 of Season 2, we're breaking down Philadelphia's heartbreaking loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The offense continues to disappoint, the team can't seem to find its groove, and the coaching decisions are raising some serious questions. Is the...
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Eagles-Bears Preview, LeBron’s Takes & Can the Phillies Make the Playoffs? | S2 E7
The Cheesesteaks and Takes crew is back for another Philly sports-packed episode! 🦅 We kick things off with a preview of the Eagles’ Monday Night Football matchup against the Chicago Bears. With Caleb Williams dealing with a hamstring injury and Tyson Bagent also questionable, can Chicago…
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Eagles Escape the Titans! Hurts Is Cooking, But Can the Defense Hold Up?
The Eagles survive another nail-biter! 🦅 In Episode 7 of Season 2, we break down Philadelphia’s last-second victory over the Tennessee Titans. Jalen Hurts puts together another impressive performance, giving us plenty to talk about after two strong games—but the defense continues to leave us…
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Eagles Survive! Instant Reaction to the 24–22 Thriller vs. Washington
The Eagles are 1–0, but they definitely didn’t make it easy! 🦅 In Episode 6 of Season 2, we give our instant reaction to Philadelphia’s opening-day 24–22 victory over the Washington Commanders. It was a game that came down to the wire, with the Eagles forced to battle until the very end to…
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Hurts, Hype & Hot Takes: Eagles Predictions, Phillies Baseball & the Clippers Scandal | S2E5
Colby’s Fitness Corner makes its return, bringing another round of fitness talk and advice. And finally, we head west to discuss the LA Clippers scandal and the questions surrounding the team. Four quarters. One Philly sports podcast. Plenty of takes. What are YOUR Eagles predictions? 🎙️
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🎙️ Jeremiah's Back! Cowboys Talk, a SHOCKING Prediction & Philly Sports
Jeremiah is back on Cheesesteaks and Takes! 🏈 We kick off Season 2, Episode 4 with a deep dive into the Dallas Cowboys. Jeremiah breaks down their offseason moves, what he likes (and doesn’t like) about the roster, and how Dallas has looked during the preseason on both sides of the ball. But…
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🎙️ Eagles vs. Patriots, AJ Brown Speaks & Here We Go Again: LeBron vs. Jordan
The Eagles are back in the spotlight after a joint practice with the Patriots, and there’s plenty to talk about! We break down what we saw from Philadelphia, the intensity of the practice, and AJ Brown’s comments during his press conference. What should we realistically expect from the Eagles’...
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Eagles Camp Battles, Phillies Deadline Deals & Sixers Doubters | Is Philly Being Overlooked?
The Eagles are back on the practice field, and one thing has been clear through the first stretch of training camp—the defense is setting the tone. Is that a warning sign for the offense, or simply the result of one of the NFL's most talented defensive units? We break down the biggest storylines...
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🎙️ Season 2 - Episode 2: Eagles' Training Camp Truths & Sixers Tough Decisions | LeBron Fallout & VJ Debate
The NFL is back, and so are the overreactions! 🦅 In Episode 2 of Season 2, we break down everything we've seen from the first two days of Eagles training camp. Who's standing out? Who has us concerned? And what should fans actually be paying attention to? Troy finally gets his chance to react to...
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🎙️ Episode 1: 👑 The King Comes to Philly! | LeBron's Sixers Era Begins & Doomsday Trailer Breakdown
Season 2 is here, and we're kicking things off with one of the biggest stories in NBA history—LeBron James is a Philadelphia 76er! In Episode 1, we break down what LeBron's arrival means for the Sixers, the city of Philadelphia, and the rest of the NBA. We discuss: 🏀 The reaction across Philly…
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🎙️ Episode 54: Apple Breakroom Takes: Lakers, Patriots & the World Cup Finale
The Cheesesteaks and Takes studio welcomes a special guest! 🎙️ Raymond steps out of the Apple breakroom and into the hot seat to debate sports with the crew. Ray shares how he became a die-hard Lakers and Patriots fan. We dive into his passion for Kobe Bryant, discuss what the Lakers' future…
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🎙️ Episode 53: McGregor’s Back, LeBron’s Next Move & The Jalen Hurts Disrespect
Conor McGregor says he’s ready to step back into the octagon—but does he still have what it takes to dominate? We break down his reported return and what it could mean for the UFC. Then we head to the World Cup for the latest tournament storylines, standout performances, and the biggest matches...
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🎙️ Episode 52: Blockbuster in Philly! Jalen Brown Lands with the Sixers + World Cup Knockout Madness
The NBA offseason just got turned upside down! In Episode 52 of Cheesesteaks & Takes, we break down the blockbuster trade that sends Jalen Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George. Is Brown the missing piece alongside the Sixers’ core? Did Boston make the right move by shaking up its...
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🎙️ Episode 51: World Cup Mid-Tournament Reactions & NBA Draft Predictions Description
The World Cup is in full swing, and we break down our biggest observations so far. Which teams and players have impressed us? Who has disappointed? We give our thoughts on the surprises, storylines, and what to watch as the tournament rolls on. Then we switch gears to the NBA Draft and make our...
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🎙️Episode 50: World Cup Fever, NBA Finals Drama & Philly Talk
Episode 50: World Cup Fever, NBA Finals Drama & Philly Talk We hit the big 5-0! ⚽🏀🦅 In our milestone 50th episode, we kick things off with a look ahead to the World Cup, breaking down the teams and players everyone should have their eyes on. Then we dive into the NBA Finals and debate whether…
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🎙️Episode 49: Eagles' OTA Buzz, Phillies Fire & NBA Playoff Pressure
On Episode 49, Troy and Colby kick things off with another edition of Troy & Colby’s Fitness Corner before diving into the red-hot Philadelphia Phillies and their recent surge. Then the crew breaks down their biggest observations from the Philadelphia Eagles first OTAs — including standout…
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🎙️ Bonus Episode: Cold Takes & Hot Mics: Drake’s Iceman Sparks Debate
The young fellas are back for a fiery bonus episode diving into Drake’s newly released album Iceman and the surprise drop of two additional projects. The conversation gets loud, passionate, and straight-up chaotic as the crew debates the bars, beats, features, and whether Drake still runs the…
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🎙️ Episode 48: AJ’s Wedding Drama, NBA Conference Finals Check-in & The End of the Morey Era
On Episode 48 of Cheesesteaks and Takes, the crew dives into the internet buzz surrounding A. J. Brown’s wedding — including which Philadelphia Eagles players showed up… and which big names didn’t 👀. Was the absence of Jalen Hurts a big deal or just social media doing too much? Then we shift…
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SIXERS' SEASON OVER
The Philadelphia 76ers' playoff run came to a disappointing end after a four-game loss to the New York Knicks, leaving fans questioning the team's future. In this episode, we’ll explore the key challenges that contributed to this early exit and what it means for the team moving forward
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🎙️ Bonus Episode: Sixers Stumble in Game 2 | Knicks Take Control 108-102
The crew is back after a frustrating night for Philly fans as the Sixers fall to the Knicks 108-102 in Game 2 of the second round. Chuck, Troy, and Colby break down what went wrong, the missed opportunities late in the game, and whether the series is starting to slip away from the Sixers. The…
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🎙️ Episode 46: Knocked Around in Game 1: Sixers Get Smacked by the Knicks
The crew is back together… but yeah, this one wasn’t pretty. The Sixers came out flat and got absolutely run off the floor in Game 1 against the Knicks. We break down what went wrong, from lack of energy to defensive breakdowns and everything in between. Is this just a bad start… or a real…
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🎙️ Bonus Episode: Knicks Punch First 😤 | Game 1 Reaction – New York Knicks Dominate Philadelphia 76ers
Colby is back with an instant reaction after a rough Game 1 for the Sixers… and yeah, it wasn’t pretty. The New York Knicks came out swinging and never looked back, putting the Philadelphia 76ers on their heels from the jump. What went wrong? Was it effort, execution, or just getting outplayed?...
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🎙️ Bonus Episode: GAME 7 MAGIC! Sixers STUN Celtics — Knicks Up Next 👀
Colby jumps on the mic right after the Sixers pull off a HUGE Game 7 win over the Celtics! This one had everything—stress, clutch moments, and a statement performance when it mattered most. What does this win mean for the team? Who stepped up the most? And how dangerous are the Sixers heading…
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🎙️ Bonus Episode: GAME 7 LOADING 👀 Sixers Force It Back to Boston!
THE SERIES ISN’T OVER YET. The Sixers came up HUGE in Game 6 and took care of business at home against the Celtics to force a winner-take-all Game 7 in Boston. We break down what changed, who stepped up, and how Philly flipped the script when their backs were against the wall. Colby, Noah and…
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🎙️Episode 45: Big Bro Breakdown: Sixers Struggles, Eagles Draft Talk & Phillies Panic
In Episode 45, we’ve got a special guest in the building as Darryl—Troy’s older brother—joins the show and brings the heat. We dive into the Sixers’ ongoing struggles against the Celtics, even with Embiid back in the lineup, and try to figure out what’s really going wrong. Then we shift gears to...
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🎙️ Episode 44: Sixers Shock the Celtics, NBA Playoff Chaos & Eagles Draft Buzz
The Philadelphia 76ers bounce back in a BIG way with a Game 2 win over the Boston Celtics—and it wasn’t just one guy… it was a full squad takeover. We break down how the Sixers got it done and what it means for the series moving forward. Then we take a trip around the NBA playoffs to check in on...
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🎙️ Episode 43: Play-In Energy ⚡ Sixers vs Celtics Preview + Yankees & Phillies Panic?
Troy and Colby are back from the building and bring the energy from the NBA Play-In Tournament as they break down their experience watching the Philadelphia 76ers punch their ticket with a big win over the Orlando Magic. The guys dive into what they saw live, what it means for the squad, and give...
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🎙️ Episode 42: Phillies vs. Yankees, Hurts Under Fire & NFL Drama Unfolds
This week, we’re bringing the smoke from both the diamond and the gridiron. We kick things off with a head-to-head comparison between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees—which squad are you taking right now? Then we dive into the buzz around Jalen Hurts following the latest article...
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🎙️Episode 41: Sixers Panic Button? Phillies Slow Out the Gate & Chuck's Pickleball Journey
The crew is back for Episode 41 and there’s plenty to unpack. We start with the Sixers’ meltdown against the Heat and ask the big question: how confident should fans really feel heading into the playoffs? Is this just a bad night… or a warning sign? Then we shift to the Phillies, who have…
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🎙️Episode 40: McCain Returns, Edgecombe Rising & Phillies Season Predictions
We kick things off with the return of Jared McCain to Philadelphia and what his presence means for the future of the Philadelphia 76ers. The crew also breaks down the exciting emergence of VJ Edgecombe and why his rise has fans paying attention. Next, we shift to baseball as we give our…
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🎙️ Episode 39: From Phillies to College Hoops: Why Passion and Clutch Moments Matter This March
The NCAA tournament is unpredictable, intense, and sometimes downright crazy — but what if the chaos is hiding game-changing secrets? In this episode, we're dissecting March Madness like never before, revealing the unexpected reasons why top seeds are more vulnerable than you think — including...
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🎙️ Episode 38: Are the Eagles Done in Free Agency? Should the Sixers Tank?
The crew is back for Episode 38, breaking down everything happening in Philly sports and beyond. We kick things off with a full Eagles free agency reaction. Is Riq Woolen the answer in the secondary? What do the losses of Nakobe Dean, Reed Blankenship, and Jaelan Phillips mean for the defense...
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🎙 Episode 37: Free Agency Chaos?! AJ Brown Trade Rumors + Sixers Rollercoaster
In this episode, we dive into one of the most important offseasons for the Philadelphia Eagles. With free agency around the corner, we break down which key players should stay, who might be on the way out, and what moves the front office needs to make to stay in championship contention. We also...
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🎙️ Episode 36: EMBIID VS. DUNCAN: The Leadership Debate, Morey’s Ultimatum & The A.J. Brown Trade War
We are back after a short absence and hitting the ground running with the most heated debates in Philly sports, from Joel Embiid’s "lacadaisical" leadership compared to the Tim Duncan era to whether Daryl Morey should pack his bags today after a "disaster" of a trade deadline. We're diving deep...
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🎙️ Episode 35: Paul George Suspended?! What Now for the Sixers, Eagles DC & Super Bowl Talk
It’s a BIG sports night and we’re breaking it all down—nice and simple 🧠🏀🏈 First up, we react to the Paul George suspension and talk about what the Sixers will look like while PG is out. Who needs to step up? What changes? Panic button… or nah? Then we switch gears to football 🦅 as we dive…
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🎙️ Episode 34: Philly Sports Chaos Is Back 😤 | Eagles OC Search, AJ Brown Trade Rumors & Sixers Deadline Moves
The Philadelphia sports world is never quiet—and we’re diving straight into the madness. Tonight on Cheesesteaks & Takes, we break down the Eagles’ ongoing offensive coordinator search and ask the big question everyone is whispering: could AJ Brown actually be traded… or is that pure nonsense? 🦅...
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🎙️ Episode 33: Offseason Drama: AJ Brown Talk, OC Search & the Rollercoaster Sixers
The Eagles offseason is already heating up. 🦅 We’re breaking down the latest surrounding AJ Brown, what it means for the locker room, and where the Eagles stand in their offensive coordinator search as they look to reset the offense. Plus, we shift to the hardwood to discuss the up-and-down…
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🎙 Episode 32: Eagles Stunned by 49ers: Breaking Down a Devastating Loss
The Eagles came up short in a brutal loss to the 49ers, and there’s a lot to unpack. On this live episode of Cheesesteaks & Takes, we break down what went wrong, where the game slipped away, and what this loss means moving forward. Was it execution, coaching, injuries, or just getting outplayed?...
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🎙️ Episode 31: Eagles vs 49ers Wild Card Preview 🦅 | Can Philly Survive? + 76ers Inconsistency Breakdown
The playoffs are here and the Eagles draw a tough matchup against the San Francisco 49ers in the Wild Card round. 🦅🏈 We break down key matchups, X-factors, coaching decisions, and what the Eagles must do to pull off a win. Plus, we shift to the hardwood to talk about the Philadelphia 76ers and...
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🎙 Episode 30: Eagles Edge the Bills in a Gritty Nail-Biter | What Did We Learn?
The Eagles survived a tough one in a nail-biter against the Buffalo Bills, pulling out a gritty close win that tested them on both sides of the ball. 🦅 In this episode of Cheesesteaks & Takes, we break down how the Eagles handled the Bills’ physicality, the key plays that swung the game late…
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🎙️ Episode 29: Eagles took care of business in a big way. 🦅
In our 29th episode, we break down the Eagles’ dominant 29–18 win over the Commanders. From the tone set early to the key plays that sealed the victory, we discuss what stood out, who impressed the most, and what this performance says about where the Eagles are headed. We also dive into coaching...
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🎙️ Episode 28: Can the Eagles carry over success to the Commanders game?
The NFC East rivalry is back 🔥 and we’re breaking down the upcoming Eagles vs. Commanders matchup from every angle. We dive into key storylines, matchup advantages, and what the Eagles need to do to control the game on both sides of the ball. Can Philly impose its will, or will Washington make...
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🎙️ Episode 27: Eagles Dominate the Raiders
The Eagles took care of business in a big way against the Raiders, and we’re breaking it all down LIVE! From standout performances and key turning points to what this win means moving forward, we give our full reactions and unfiltered takes. If you’re enjoying the show, don’t forget to like,...
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🎙️ Episode 26: Eagles Fall in Overtime to the Chargers — What Happened?
In our 26th episode the Eagles drop a tough one in overtime against the Los Angeles Chargers, and we’re breaking it ALL down. From the missed opportunities to the big-time plays, we’re diving into what went wrong, what (if anything) went right, and what this loss means moving forward. Don’t…
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🎙 Episode 25: Hurting in Hollywood: Eagles Hit L.A. With More Questions Than Answers
In our 25th episode, we break down the Eagles’ ongoing struggles as they head to Los Angeles to face the Chargers. The offense continues to sputter, and now the defense takes a hit with Jalen Carter expected to miss time due to a shoulder injury. We also dive into a heated debate about whether...
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🎙Episode 24: Instant Reaction — Are the Eagles Collapsing Again?
In our 24th episode, we break down the Eagles’ 24–15 loss to the Bears and give our honest, instant reactions. Are we watching another late-season collapse like in 2023? Can the Birds regroup after dropping their second straight game? And with the Cowboys heating up, is the division suddenly up…
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🎙️ Bonus Episode:Drew’s Pop Culture Update: Philly’s Parade & Thanksgiving Favorites
During “Drew’s Pop Culture Update,” Drew breaks down the history and significance of the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade—America’s oldest Thanksgiving parade. We also dive into a fun debate about everyone’s favorite Thanksgiving Day foods and what absolutely has to be on the table.
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🎙️ Bonus Episode: Eagles Fall Apart, Cowboys Rise? Jeremiah Weighs In
In this bonus episode, Jeremiah joins us to share the Cowboys’ perspective after the Eagles blew a 21–0 lead. We break down what this game really says about Dallas: are they a true playoff contender, or just experiencing a short-term turnaround? We dive into all the angles and give our honest...
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🎙 Episode 23: Cowboys Comeback Chaos: Shelley vs. The Guys
In our 23rd episode, we break down how the Eagles let a 21–0 lead slip away in a tough loss to the Cowboys. Shelley joins us to share her perspective as a passionate Dallas fan. Even though we’re frustrated, we give her plenty of space to celebrate and offer her take on the game. It’s a lively…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Cheesesteaks and Takes — the ultimate Philly sports podcast where passion runs as deep as the generations debating it. Hosted by Chuck, Troy, and our sons; Colby, Drew, and Noah, this crew brings together lifelong fans from different eras to break down the highs, lows, and unforgettable moments of Philadelphia sports. From championship parades to heartbreaking losses, no cheesesteak goes uneaten and no take goes unheard.
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Chuck, Troy, Colby, Drew, and Noah
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Welcome to Cheesesteaks and Takes — the ultimate Philly sports podcast where passion runs as deep as the generations debating it. Hosted by Chuck, Troy, and our sons; Colby, Drew, and Noah, this crew brings together lifelong fans from different eras to break down the highs, lows, and unforgettable...
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