Cigars And Curveballs

Thom brings on former Heavyweight boxer Gerry Cooney as it's the 35th anniversary of his famous bout against champion Larry Holmes. They talk about his career, the perils and joys of the sport, and what he thinks of a potential bout between MMA star Connor McGregor & Boxing's Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Thom brings his co- professor and long-time sports executive Marty Conway. They cover a slew of issues surrounding sports and business including his time at AOL, working for the Orioles at the beginning of Camden Yards, knowing George W. Bush before he came President, his latest take on the MASN situation and much more.

Episode info: Thom catches up with old friend and former Nationals Manager Manny Acta who is in DC this week with the visiting Mariners. They discuss what it's like coaching Robinson Cano, his time managing the Nats when expectations couldn't be lower, and what he thinks of them now."

Thom brings on former Terp, MLB pitcher and longtime Hollywood Producer Mark Ciardi this week. They talk about his time with the Brewers, working on movies such "The Rookie", "Miracle", and preparing to speak at University of Maryland Graduation"

John Schulian

Thom is joined by the man who has called more boxing matches than anyone, the legendary Jim Lampley. They talk about his illustrious career including going from UNC to ABC, being one of the few actually in the arena when the Americans upset the Russians in Lake Placid, memorable bouts he's called, and a preview of Canelo vs. Chavez.

Former Oriole & current MLB Network Analyst BIlly Ripken joins Thom to talk about playing alongside brother Cal, memories in the minors, does he want to get into managing? Plus,, what does he think about DMV stars Bryce Harper & Manny Machado?

Thom is joined for a 2nd time on the podcast by now former Redskins Defensive Lineman Ricky Jean Francois. Were it his critical comments of the franchise that led to his release in Washington? How does he feel about now playing in Green Bay? What are his thoughts on Kirk Cousins?

Michael Graham

Thom chats with Ollie Dunlap about his career working with Sugar Ray Leonard as its been 30 years since The Super Fight with Marvin Hagler. Dunlap gives his perspective on Leonard's loss to Roberto Duran, and his experiences at Fight Night DC. Before all this Dunlap was on the Redskins practice squad."

Andy Ockershausen

Dusty Baker

Thom chats with former Redskins QB Gus Frerotte on his time in Washington, going from 7th Rounder to starter, playing for so many different NFL teams, and of course, the infamous head-butt.

Gary Williams

Jonathan Banks has become one of the iconic actors of his time in this era of cable TV dramas -- one of the main characters in both "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul." Hear my conversation with him here on Cigars & Curveballs. Connect with Thom on Twitter @thomloverro. You can connect with him both on Facebook and Instagram at Thom Loverro