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Zone-Heads Podcast
by FM 96.9 The Game (WYGM-AM)
Zone-Heads are the most passionate sports fans in Orlando and this is a weekly podcast for them. Brandon Kravitz delivers news and insight for your favorite teams, fantasy football, WWE, UCF, Orlando Magic basketball, and more. Catch segments that don't make it on the air with In The Zone (Live 3-6pm weekdays on 96.9 The Game), personal stories, breaking news, and archived audio!
Episodes
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Episode 46: UNC vs Kansas Live Stream Preview
Brandon Kravitz and Mike Tozzi preview the NCAA Men's Tournament Championship games hours before it starts!
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Episode 45: What is BettorEdge?
Perhaps you've heard me talk about BettorEdge.com on my live show, In The Zone, or maybe you're just scanning the internet and curious as to what it is they do and how the site works. Well, you've come to the right place...James and Greg who are co-founders of the newest revelation in sports...
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Episode 44: ICYMI: BJ Taylor Live from Twin Peaks
UCF Basketball Icon BJ Taylor sat down with Brandon Kravitz & Mike Tozzi for a full hour on Friday during Round 1, Day 2 of the NCAA Tournament. We talked to BJ about what its like to be in the Big Dance, some teams we're excited about this year, and of course- we spent a good chunk of time…
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Episode 43: Throwback! - Marlins Legend Charles Johnson
I dug into the audio archives to find this one, Charles Johnson, one of the great marlins of all time sat down with me almost 2 full years ago! This interview dates back to our days doing the SUNSHINE STATE SHOWDOWN – with myself and Zac Blobner from WDAE in Tampa. Listen in as Charles Johnson...
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Episode 42: AEW's Thunder Rosa
Thunder Rosa has a women's world championship match coming up at AEW Revolution here in Orlando on March 6th. Hear what she has to say about that + what got her into pro wrestling in the first place! Plus, high-level taco talk...you'll see.
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Episode 41: Why isn't Dwight Howard an NBA75 guy?
Welcome in Zone-Heads, this week's episode covers the biggest omission to the NBA75 list, the one and only Dwight Howard! Was he always the most likable guy? No. But he's damn sure one of the 75 best players in NBA history. Mike Tozzi joins Brandon Kravitz to discuss. Thanks for hitting that...
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Episode 40: Dream QB/RB Combos in the NFL
Welcome in Zone-Heads, this week's episode covers the Top 5 I presented on the air this week regarding the best QB/RB combos currently in the NFL...and I've dreamed up some ideal pairings that would help us better appreciate the current day running back in the NFL. I will continue to fight the…
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Episode 39: Akbar Gbaja-Biamila on his transition from the NFL to TV
Former NFL player, American Ninja Warrior host, and CBS talk show host; Akbar Gbaja-Biamila joins Brandon Kravitz to discuss his journey into broadcasting, who he admires, and why the Rams will pound the Bengals in Super Bowl 56. Special shoutout to EXPERIAN GO for setting us up with this great...
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Episode 38: 1st Listen: Jamahl Mosley on In The Zone
Zone-Heads, you subscribe here, you get it first! Check out my interview with Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley before anyone else gets to hear it on the live show. Coach Mosley and I discuss the recent run of success his team has seen, the impact of Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner, and Wendell...plus…
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Episode 37: How Did Atlanta Become a Sports Hub?
On this week's podcast episode, I chat with author Clayton Trutor his book is titled…LOSERVILLE: How Professional Sports Remade Atlanta and How Atlanta Remade Professional Sports. An interesting tale for us here in the City Beautiful as we hope to gain the level of sports access they possess up…
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Episode 36: Throwback! Kevin Harlan Ahead of Super Bowl LV
On this week's episode, I dig into the In The Zone archives to find a true gem...Kevin Harlan, one of the absolute best play-by-play guys in the business of sports and he was on the call for Super Bowl LV (Bucs vs Chiefs). We spoke about his preparation, if he approaches a game like this…
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Episode 35: 10 Questions with Sports Gaming Guru Mike Straw
Mike Straw from SportsGamersOnline.com stops by to answer 10 questions that casual gamers/sports gamers want to know! Mike and I discuss everything from MLB The Show concerns, NCAA's reboot attempt, and the soon-to-be-released WWE2K22 game. If you are a gamer currently, you'll love it. If you…
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Episode 34: Rich Hollenberg on Filling in For David Steele
On this week's episode, I chat with ESPN PxP basketball analyst and Rays broadcaster Rich Hollenberg, who was suddenly and unexpectedly thrust into duty for Bally Sports Florida last week as longtime Magic voice David Steele entered the NBA's COVID protocols. He details what it was like getting…
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Episode 33: 2021 Sucked: Onto the Next
Let's just call it what it is, 2021 kinda wet the bed. It was a brutal year for me on a personal level and I know it was tough on a lot of you. On today's episode, I share personal details of why my year was so difficult and how I plan to attack 2022 fearlessly. This is a different type of…
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Episode 32: Cincinnati Bearcats Radio Host Mo Egger
The University of Cincinnati is on the door step of getting to experience something UCF fans thought they might get a chance to experience back in 2017 and 2018...a trip to the CFB Playoff. On this week's episode, Mo Egger from ESPN1530 in Cincy chats with me about the rise of Cincinnati…
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Episode 31: ESPN's Ryan McGee Details the Story of Bubba Wallace
On this week's episode, I share a conversation I had with the very talented Ryan McGee from ESPN – one half of the Marty and McGee show – Ryan's been covering NASCAR for decades, so he was the perfect person to tell the story of one of the most polarizing figures in the sport, Bubba Wallace. This...
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Episode 30: Brand-New Magic Beat Writer Khobi Price
On this week's episode, get to know the newest member of the Orlando sports media team, Khobi Price, the new beat writer for the Orlando Magic @ OrlandoSentinel.com. Learn where Khobi came from, why he's so passionate about the NBA, who he's most excited to cover on the Magic roster, and his…
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Episode 29: Why Did Dillon Gabriel Enter the Transfer Portal?
Orlando Sentinel reporter Jason Beede joins me on this week's episode as we dive head first into the biggest news of the weekend in Central Florida - UCF QB Dillon Gabriel saying farewell to Knights fans and choosing to take his talents elsewhere. Why did he go? Where will he end up? How long did...
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Episode 28: Tom Brady's 1st Chapter
On today's episode, I share a chat I had with the incredibly talented director – Gotham Chopra – he's the man who is directing Man in the Arena, all about Tom Brady's 10 Super Bowl appearances. Its amazing to look back and really appreciate that moment because in so many ways we're living through...
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Episode 27: Post-Game: Magic Beat the Knicks @ MSG!
Surprise Pod! I just wrapped up my post game coverage on the Magic Radio Network as the Orlando Magic took down the New York Knicks 104-98 @ MSG. It was a thrilling game with big time highlight plays from guys like Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner, and Mo Bamba. So much fun to be a part of, I wanted to...
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Episode 26: Tank Mode Activated
On this week's episode I explore the possibility of another year of tank mode for the Orlando Magic. Puzzled by the lack of news on the Jonathan Isaac/Fultz injury front, a look at the teams upcoming schedule, and a frustration with the media coverage our local team is getting from The Athletic....
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Episode 25: Sports Betting Legalized in Florida
Over the past week I've spent a lot of time talking about and writing about the legalization of sports wagering in the State of Florida via the Hard Rock Sportsbook app. I discuss the de-stigmatization of the vice of betting, how sports betting helps me as a radio host, and some of the...
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Episode 24: In The Zone: After Hours with Stefan
On this week's episode, I sat down with my co-host and producer of my daily radio show (In The Zone on 96.9 The Game) Stefan Gilliam to chat with him "after hours" moments after we signed off the air! We discuss our favorite and least favorite parts about doing afternoon drive, Stefan's passion…
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Episode 23: BONUS INTERVIEW: Good ol' JR Jim Ross
I've had the chance to get to know wrestling broadcasting icon Jim Ross over the years and had an opportunity to speak with him again here. Jim and I discuss the ins and outs of the AEW/pro-wrestling renaissance, what's different about working for Tony Khan vs Vince McMahon, and his thoughts on…
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Episode 22: AEW
On this week's episode of the Brandon Kravitz Podcast, I had a chance to catch up with a real-life Giant, AEW's Paul Wight. AEW is exploding in popularity right now among wrestling fans and Paul Wight chats about why the product resonates so well with fans, what he's up to these days, and the...
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Episode 21: McKenzie Milton's Underwhelming Return to CFB
This week's episode is in an effort to discuss one of the more under reported stories going on right now inside the state of Florida. The return of McKenzie Milton. If we're honest with ourselves, it hasn't really gone all that well. I wonder how much we're covering this story with kid gloves in...
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Episode 20: Magic Media Day Part 2
This week on the podcast, I share the FULL conversations I had with Orlando Magic players such as Ignas Brazdeikis, E'twaun Moore, and Magic 1st round pick Jalen Suggs! Get to know these guys on a deeper level and enjoy the laid back conversation about what each guy is living through right now…
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Episode 19: Orlando Magic Media Day Part 1
This week on the pod I take you on a tour of Orlando Magic Media Day out at the Amway Center, back in front of the players for the first time since 2019. In this episode you'll hear from Wendell Carter, Markelle Fultz, Robin Lopez, and Mo Wagner. We chat about the upcoming season, new coach…
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Episode 18: 10 Things About Football This Weekend
This week's episode highlights the biggest games, stories, and happenings in the world of the NFL (week 2) and College Football (week 3) - specifically in the State of Florida. What happened to football in our great state?! UCF, Florida, FSU, Miami, Dolphins, and Jags all suffer losses. Thank God...
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Episode 17: The All-Time ALL-SEC Squad
On this week's episode Brandon Kravitz chats with RJ Young from Fox Sports Radio about the ALL-TIME ALL-SEC super squad. It's a perfect time to talk to RJ with the mega-matchup this weekend of Florida vs Bama and believe me, plenty of their former players made the discussion! See who RJ has at…
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Episode 16: Gators, Canes, and Phins Betting Lines with Harry Gagnon
This episode highlights the best bets of the college football (week 2) and NFL (week 1) weekend! Harry Gagnon from BestBetCorner.com, ExtraPoints.com, and the Against All Odds Podcast shares his wager wisdom ahead of this wild weekend of football.
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Episode 15: McKenzie Milton Returns: A CFB Recap w/ Luke Hetrick
On this week's episode I had a chance to sit down with Spectrum Sports 360 anchor Luke Hetrick. Luke was in attendance at Doak Campbell Stadium for the McKenzie Milton return and the epic finish that followed. We discuss the flop that was Miami vs Bama and the late game arrival of the turnover...
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Episode 14: Soccer Cooligans!
On this week's episode I dive into the expanding popularity of soccer in Orlando and in this country with a very special guest: Alexis Guerreros, one-half of the Soccer Cooligans. Alexis is a standup comedian, podcaster, and soccer super fan. We get into the most rabid fan bases in MLS, Megan...
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Episode 13: The Legend of Jerry Greene
On this week's episode I was inspired by the numerous posts about National Radio Day and it dug up some memories of my good friend, the late great Jerry Greene. Jerry meant the world to me and my career, he instilled a belief in my that I didn't completely have in myself at a time when I needed…
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Episode 12: Fantasy Football Rankings + Former Gators TE Ben Troupe
On this week's episode I explain the reasoning behind my top 10 fantasy football rankings at each position – QB, RB, WR, and TE. Fantasy season is here and I am full-blown obsessed! Plus, a conversation with former Florida Gators TE Ben Troupe about his time in the NFL and what lead to his...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Zone-Heads are the most passionate sports fans in Orlando and this is a weekly podcast for them. Brandon Kravitz delivers news and insight for your favorite teams, fantasy football, WWE, UCF, Orlando Magic basketball, and more. Catch segments that don't make it on the air with In The Zone (Live 3-6pm weekdays on 96.9 The Game), personal stories, breaking news, and archived audio!
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Zone-Heads are the most passionate sports fans in Orlando and this is a weekly podcast for them. Brandon Kravitz delivers news and insight for your favorite teams, fantasy football, WWE, UCF, Orlando Magic basketball, and more. Catch segments that don't make it on the air with In The Zone (Live...
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