The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show
by George Gerbo, Mike Asti
The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show,” is an online sports radio talk show that began in 2011. George "The Howitzer" Gerbo and Mike "The Buzz-saw" Asti analyze the world of sports through the eyes of the quintessential sports fan: passionately, intelligently, and without reservation. On "The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show," George is the optimistic "face" to his co-host Mike's "heel," trying his best to contain the Buzz-saw while also offering pointed questions that engender lively debate and deliver his own unique takes on the world of sports.
Episodes
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Impact of Low Payroll Teams Winning on MLB Salary Cap Debate, Commanders' Epic Fail
With a small market/low payroll team about to win the World Series, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss if this postseason has changed their minds on MLB needing a salary cap system. Mike rants about what people are missing or leaving out of the argument before they...
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Was Kawhi Leonard Worth the Trouble for Clippers?
A year-long investigation resulted in the NBA bringing down the hammer on the Los Angeles Clippers. However, the announcement of the penalties doesn't mean the end of the saga. And when sports drama gets extra asinine, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo are here to dissect…
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Should Pro Players Be Able to Go Back to College? Are Browns Wrong for Starting Watson?
Football season is here! And that means diving into some of the most talked about topics across the NFL and college football on the latest episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the Power Four conferences trying to ban...
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Aaron Donald, Micah Parsons, Cowboys as Sleeper, Who Should Start for Browns?
With training camps underway and the new season on the horizon, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo tackle some of the major NFL topics on this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. They start by discussion what Aaron Donald's return means for the Rams and how much…
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Why a Decision Can Impact a Legacy (LeBron James, Steve Yzerman, MLB CBA)
It's decision time on the latest Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show! Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the differences in LeBron James' fourth free agency and the pros and cons of each potential opportunity. Which team would make James a heel again and why could a third…
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Ranking Knicks' Title Historically, NHL Offseason Drama, WVU Baseball's Run, World Cup
In the midst of a great sports month of June, Mike "the Buzz-sasw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the New York Knicks place in history after winning the franchise's first NBA championship in 53 years, debate multiple polarizing NHL offseason topics and recap the significance of a...
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May Madness Leads to June Championships (Myles Garrett Trade, SCF, NBA Finals, WVU Baseball)
During a very active time in sports, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo cover everything from the Myles Garrett trade to WVU baseball hosting a Super Regional on this jam-packed episode. They start by discussing why the Garrett trade made sense for both sides and then dive...
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Midway Point in Playoffs in NBA, NHL, Steelers Waiting for Aaron Rodgers
Midway through the playoffs in both the NBA and NHL, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss which teams have emerged as championship favorites, which teams are dealing with the most pressure and which teams are still vulnerable. In the second half of the show, they…
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NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Early NHL, NBA First Round Storylines
After opening the show by discussing Pittsburgh hosting the NFL Draft, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo look at some notable prospects and predict what the early round will look like. They spend the second half of the show on the surprises and storylines from the first...
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What’s the Best Way to Crown a Champion? (Final Four, NHL, NBA, MLB’s ABS)
With the NCAA Tournament down to the Final Four, Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo debate if reseeding should take place at this point before the National Championship Game. They then discuss the final games left in the NHL and NBA seasons - Mike rants on another Red Wings’...
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Impact of USA's Golden Goal, McDavid's Legacy, CBB Approaches March
While celebrating the USA men's hockey team's gold medal, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss how the Americans pulled it off, the impact beating Canada, if it can help increase interest in the NHL before flipping the script and analyzing why Canada lost and Connor...
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Super Bowl LX Recap, Pro Football HOF Mess, NBA Trades, Olympics
A Super Bowl LX recap leads into what's wrong with the Pro Football Hall of Fame on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo also covered the recent big NBA moves, and the move that didn't happen, before ending the show with some...
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Breaking Down the Steelers and Mike Tomlin's Divorce, NFL Coaching Carousel Spins
Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the NFL's coaching carousel, mostly focusing on the end of the Mike Tomlin era in Pittsburgh. They attempt to cut through the BS and talk who they believe about what led to Tomlin stepping down. After wrapping up Tomlin's divorce…
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How Much Will Change in New Year? (NFL, Mike Tomlin & NHL, Crosby vs. Lemieux)
As they ring in the new year, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo focus on a few top storylines as the NFL prepares for the postseason. Why do the Steelers and Ravens mirror each other? Why are Steelers fans sick of the same old story every year? Is there actually a chance…
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The Real Problem with the College Football Playoff, Coaching Chaos, Baseball HOF
Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo join in on the debate about the College Football Playoff field. They get into the discussion about if Notre Dame got screwed, if Alabama still deserved a spot, if Group of 5 schools deserve to be included and so much more. They then talked...
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Gambling Scandal Rocks NBA, Coaching Carousel Spins in College Football
As a gambling scandal threatens the integrity of the NBA, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the impact of the FBI taking matters into their own hands and exposing dirty secrets of players and even a Hall of Famer turned head coach. In hour two, they debate the chaos...
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Bonus Mike Drop: Todd Haley Evaluates Joe Flacco, Aaron Rodgers, Defends Mike Tomlin, Talks Shedeur Sanders
*BONUS EPISODE* Former Steelers OC and NFL coach Todd Haley joins Mike Asti to evaluate Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco and discuss the Steelers' true chances this season. Haley also defends his former boss when responding to the fans who want Mike Tomlin fired and also explains why the Browns...
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Debating the Futures of Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby, Bill Belichick at UNC
With fall finally in the air, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss a couple hot button topics about the NHL's two top stars as another season gets underway before getting into some new rule changes What does Connor McDavid's short extension with Edmonton signal about…
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The Great MLB MVP(s) Debate, More Kawhi Leonard Drama for Clippers
Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the great MLB MVP(s) debate as the 2025 season comes to a close. Is Cal Raleigh's season so historic that it warrants the AL MVP despite Aaron Judge's impressive slash line? Does Kyle Schwarber have any shot at dethroning the…
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Early NFL Winners, Losers and College Football Top 25 Controversy
It's wall-to-wall football talk on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo go back and forth on the top storylines in the NFL after the first week of games and then debate the current AP Top 25. And of course, they talk some…
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Mike Asti Reacts to the Micah Parsons Trade: Jerry Jones is Crazy!
Mike Asti reacts to the shocking Micah Parsons trade on this solo "Mike Drop" edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-Saw Show. Asti rants on Jerry Jones being way different now than in his younger days, letting a negotiation get personal, caring more about business than winning and why this deal is...
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2025 College Football Preview: Does the AP Poll Still Have Value?
To kickoff a new college football season, Mike "Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo debate the validity of the Associated Press' preseason poll and discuss the present and future of the sport on an all new Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. They talk who deserves to open the season as the No.…
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MLB Trade Deadline Recap, the Pirates Don't Care, NFL Contract Drama
After one of the more active MLB trade deadlines in recent memory, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo praise the winners and rant about the losers. Asti unleashes an epic rant on the Pittsburgh Pirates, even going as far as saying Paul Skenes should ask out. With NFL…
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Where Do We Go From Here? (NBA, NHL Offseason Talk)
With the summer now underway and champions crowned, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo recap the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Final and discuss all of the drama that's about to unfold. Will the Thunder become a dynasty? How much will Tyreese Haliburton's injury impact next...
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Getting Ready to Crown Champions (SCF Rematch, OKC as Heavy Favorite)
The end of May means the champiosnhip round in both the NBA and NHL. And on this postseason edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo preview a Stanley Cup Final rematch and discuss if the Thunder are simply destined to win the NBA title.…
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Shedeur Sanders' Fall, 2025 NFL Draft First Round Recap
With the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft in the books, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo did some Friday morning quarterbacking to discuss the winners, losers and controversy surrounding opening night of the draft in Green Bay. Of course, they talk Shedeur Sanders' fall…
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March is Full of Multiple Forms of Madness
Since March has been full of madness, both on and off the court, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo break down everything that's happened on the latest episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. They first tackle why the lack of a true Cinderella sstory is not hurting the…
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The Sports World Turned Upside Down (Super Bowl LIX Recap, NBA Trades, 4 Nations Face-Off)
Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo showed some love to the latest sports on a special Valentine's Day edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. First, they offered their recap of Super Bowl LIX, explained why the Eagles win shouldn't be viewed as an upset and talked which...
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When Something Changes History Forever
In their first episode of 2025, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo went back and forth on the top sports headlines. They opened the show wrapping up the first season with the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff. The show then pivoted to the drama of the day, discussing...
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An Overload of Chaos to Close the Year
The holiday season comes with an overload of sports news, making this a jam packed edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" discuss the chaos of the transfer portal before debating the College Football Playoff. They then close the show covering...
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Don't Let Drama Get in Way of Greatness (Embiid, Ovechkin, CFP Talk)
With the glory of Thanksgiving on the horizon, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the latest in the sports world as fall gets ready to turn to winter. What's going on with Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers?! A team that entered the season with high expectations...
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A Legacy Defining World Series, NFL Storylines
The calendar moves from October to November on this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo recap the Dodgers beating the Yankees in the World Series, talking everything from the fututes of both franchises and if Freddie Freeman and Dave...
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NFL, CFB Contenders or Pretenders, Ohtani Appreciation
Since fall is now officially in the air, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo are back to deliver more football talk on this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. They start out discussing some early surprises so far in the NFL and then move over to the most recent…
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Breaking Down CFB Top 25, Talking NFL Drama Entering Season
With football season in the air, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo are gearing up for the fall on the latest episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike and George sttart out by discussing the preseaosn college football top 25, talking which teams got snubbed (hint…
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Paul Skenes' Greatness, USA Basketball Drama
This episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show is about history and drama. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo open up the show discussing Paul Skenes' greatness and putting it into context with where the Pittsburgh Pirates ace's rookie season ranks among the best in MLB...
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No Pressure, No Diamonds (NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final Preview, More)
As two champions are about to be crowned, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and Greorge "the Howitzer" Gerbo make their predctions and break down all of the intruguing storylines surrounding the NBA Finals and the NHL's Stanley Cup Final. How much pressure is on Joe Mazzulla, Jayson Tatum and the Boston...
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Live or Die with Your Decision (NFL Draft Recap, NBA, NHL Playoff Talk)
In the aftermath of the NFL Draft and in the midst of both the NBA and NHL postseasons, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the most interesting recent sports topics. They talk a new era in Pittsburgh, confusing draft decisions by the Falcons and Bills and which other...
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Seize the Day (Stefon Diggs Trade, MBB/WBB Final Fours)
On this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, the madness is continuing into April and a big trade might change the landscape of the NFL. Mike “the Buzz-saw” Asti and George “the Howitzer” Gerbo discuss the impact of the Bills trading Stefon Diggs to the Texans. They debate what this now…
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Some Things Will Never Change
With the madness upon us and the sports calendar hearing up, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo debate some of the most talked about sports topics of the day. They discuss if there's hope to fix the NBA All-Star Game and Slam Dunk Contest, if the new format to the College...
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New NFL Coaching Landscape, Doc Rivers Steals Bucks Job
With the new year in full swing and already producing major news, the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show is back with its first show in 2024. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the changing NFL coaching landscape and what it means for the future of some franchises. Why does...
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Controversy Creates Cash (CFP Chaos, MLB Hot-Stove)
As the dust and chaos of the final College Football Playoff rankings begins to settle, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" tackle every aspect of what the committee got wrong and what they actually got right. What's the real reason Alabama ended up getting in? What scenarios would...
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Giving Thanks for Food and Football
On this holiday edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo gives thanks for plenty to talk about in one of the most active times on the sports calendar. The meat of this show covers the current College Football Playoff Rankings and then…
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It's All About Perception
On this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss every angle of the Michigan scandal. They talk what it will mean for this season, its impact on a potential national title, how it compares to other similar scnadals throughout…
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Dame on the Move, Jets Need to Act, CFB Rankings
The NBA interupts Mike "the Buz-saw" and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo's regulargly scheduled Howiter and Buzz-saw Show with a star on the move. The guys hit every angle of the Damian Lillard trade, discssuing why Portaland preferred this deal to working with Miami, what Phoenix added and if the...
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Contenders or Pretenders with Football in the Air
With the 2023 NFL season now underway, it's another wall-to-wall football edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike "Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo kickoff this show by talking intruguing stoylines surround this NFL season and then offer which teams they think will surprise...
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'For the Brand' on Conference Realignment, Dan Snyder
With college football undergoing another drastic shift conference wise, this episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show focuses on everything imaginable when it comes to conference realignment. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo unpack topics that include the Big 12's...
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The End of an Era at WVU and NBA Free Agency Talk
For those who haven't been living under a rock somewhere for the past week, you already know about what led to the end of the Bob Huggins era at West Virginia and Josh Eilert being named WVU men's basketball interim head coach. But with that said, do you really know everything that went on? On…
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Don’t Disrespect Greatness
As we inch closer to summer and crowning champions in the NBA and NHL, Mike "the Buzz- saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo are here to break it all down. This episode of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show starts off debating the futures of the eliminated NBA teams and what their futures look...
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2023 NFL Draft Recap: Predicting the Future, Avoiding Drama
The NFL Draft often creates cockeyed optimism for NFL fans, and this year was no different. On this draft recap edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the big winners of the first round. Jalen Carter falling right into the lap…
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NBA Trade Deadline Mayhem, Super Bowl LVII Preview
You know it's been a wild week in sports when the Super Bowl takes a backseat to other news, especially even news concering the host city of where the big game is being played. On this super episode of the Howitzer and Buz-saw Show, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo disect...
About this show
The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show,” is an online sports radio talk show that began in 2011. George "The Howitzer" Gerbo and Mike "The Buzz-saw" Asti analyze the world of sports through the eyes of the quintessential sports fan: passionately, intelligently, and without reservation. On "The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show," George is the optimistic "face" to his co-host Mike's "heel," trying his best to contain the Buzz-saw while also offering pointed questions that engender lively debate and deliver his own unique takes on the world of sports.
Hosted by
George Gerbo, Mike Asti