
Amber & Ian
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
The games that matter the most, in the most entertaining way possible. Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons set the night for every game that matters.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
The games that matter the most, in the most entertaining way possible. Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons set the night for every game that matters.
Language:
English
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Episodes
Hour 3: Carpet Cleaner?
6/4/2025
Discussed the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau after their run to the Eastern Conference Finals. Hit on the Breaking News that the Colorado Rockies won a second game in a row, then talked about what new head coach Brian Schottenheimer had to say about whether the history of the Cowboys is a burden for the team. Did Big Deal, Not A Big Deal. Wrapped up the show discussing Ian's day cleaning carpets and whether the last day of school is a better day than Christmas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:47:12
Hour 2: A June Story
6/3/2025
What Is The Most Difficult Title To Win In Pro Sports? Overreaction To Bill Belichick’s Buyout Dropping. Plus Tim MacMahon, ESPN NBA Reporter and Jody Shelley, TNT NHL Analyst join the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:47:18
Hour 1: The Right Call?
6/3/2025
Fresh off their deepest playoff run in 25 years, the New York Knicks fired coach Tom Thibodeau on Tuesday. Ian Fitzsimmons and Aaron Goldhammer react to the news. Is there anyone that agrees with the move? Who could be their next coach? Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News Knicks Reporter joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:46:19
Hour 3: Will the Curse Continue
6/2/2025
Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons discuss whether it's a good thing that we haven't had a repeat champion in the NBA in the last seven seasons and if the Thunder are set up to become the next dynasty in the league. Also hit on Oklahoma softball saving their season down to their final strike against Texas Tech. Hit on the Breaking News that the Colorado Rockies won a game to improve to 10-50 on the season, then talked about some of Ian's favorite stories from covering Rick Carlisle in Dallas. Also hit on Texas Tech recovering to walk off Oklahoma and advance to the Women's College World Series championship series. Wrapped up Monday's show discussing Saquon Barkley ending up on the Madden NFL 26 cover and whether he should be worried about being cursed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:40
Hour 2: Just a Dude
6/2/2025
Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons discuss the problem with the SEC and Big 10 leading the charge in college football. Deion Sanders talked about the rumours that Shedeur tanked his pre-draft interviews. Scottie Scheffler continues to dominate the PGA, while also being just a dude. Norris Cole 2x NBA Champion and ESPN Radio host joins the show to discuss the upcoming NBA Finals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:47:20
Hour 1: Looking Ahead
6/2/2025
The NBA Finals are set as the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder face off. Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons discuss the idea of a "small-market" matchup. Are we seeing a new NBA when we look at how the Thunder are constructed? What do the New York Knicks need to do moving forward. Plus Amber's FloridaPanthers are facing the Edmonton Oilers in a rematch of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:46:49
Hour 3: Judging Brunson
5/30/2025
Mark Zinno and Myron Medcalf discuss where Jalen Brunson ranks among the greatest Knicks after this playoff run. Then, the duo debates whether Jalen Brunson or Aaron Judge is the bigger star in New York right now. Plus, can the Knicks force a Game 7 in the Eastern Conference Finals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:29
Hour 2: Simple As 5 + 11
5/30/2025
Mark Zinno and Myron Medcalf discuss when we're going to see the College Football Playoff go to 16 teams and what the best format for an expanded playoff field will be. The duo also dives into expectations for Caleb Williams this upcoming season and what NFL players we're expecting to get significant contracts this summer. Plus, do we really want to see NFL players participating in flag football at the Olympics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:18
Hour 1: Lots of Knicks Questions
5/30/2025
Mark Zinno and Myron Medcalf cover a wide variety of topics relating to the New York Knicks. Are they in good shape to force a Game 7 against the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals? Do they have a better chance to challenge the Thunder in the NBA Finals than the Pacers? Should they trade for Giannis if they fall short in the Eastern Conference Finals? Mark and Myron also discuss the conversation surrounding Zion Williamson always being about things away from the basketball court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:23
Hour 1: Thunderstruck
5/28/2025
We get you ready for Game 5 of the Western Conference Final! Can the Thunder clinch a ticket to the Finals? Plus, Caleb Williams finally speaks and can the Panthers go Back-2-Back Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:35
Hour 1: Thunder Storm Brewing
5/26/2025
Matt Fontana and Justin Tinsley are in for Amber & Ian. Who will step up in the pivotal game 4 matchup between the Wolves and the Thunder? BREAKING… Caitlin Clark is out for 2 weeks with a left quad strain. Chris Fisher, TV PxP Voice of the Thunder joins the show… Did Karl-Anthony Towns prove he’s a player you can win a championship with last night? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:59:11
Hour 1: SGA, MVP and Mac & Cheese
5/22/2025
Mark Zinno and Ian FItzsimmons gets you ready for a massive Game 2 in the WCF. Plus, a major change in the CFP and why Zinno is out on Mac & Cheese. Also, Jorge Sedano, stops by to get us ready for Thunder and Wolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:49:30
Hour 1: Getting You Ready For The NBA WCF
5/20/2025
Matt Jones and David Dennis Jr. discuss how David spent his Monday without any NBA playoff games and their expectations for this year's conference finals. They also talk about all of the NFL rules being hashed out at this week's league meetings. Plus, a discussion on all of the negative commentary surrounding the Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark rivalry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:15
Hour 3: Baker's Bargain Contract
5/19/2025
Gabe Neitzel and Mark Zinno discuss what quarterback contracts in the NFL are the best and worst bargains for teams. They also talk about whether the NBA title is the Thunder's to lose at this point in the playoffs. Plus, why we need to pump the breaks on the Giannis trade talks and the many, many names of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:02
Hour 2: Stars Left In The NBA Playoffs
5/19/2025
Gabe Neitzel and Mark Zinno are joined by The Athletic's Oklahoma City Thunder Reporter, Andrew Schlecht, to look ahead to the Western Conference Finals. Gabe and Mark also discuss how much star power is left in the NBA Playoffs despite some of the marquee teams already being eliminated. Plus, the duo discusses more possible rule changes that could be coming to the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:18
Hour 1: Tush Push Talk
5/19/2025
Gabe Neitzel and Mark Zinno discuss the 49ers getting a contract extension done with Fred Warner and what the team will look like moving forward now that Brock Purdy got his mega extension. Then, they discuss Nick Sirianni getting an extension from the Eagles before getting into the future of the tush push being the main topic of conversation at the NFL league meetings this week. The duo also talks about what Celtics President of Basketball Operations had to say about the team's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:47:51
Hour 1: Heat Proven Right About Jimmy Butler?
5/15/2025
Amber Wilson and Jonathan Zaslow discuss whether the Heat should be taking a victory lap after Jimmy Butler's poor performance as the Warriors were eliminated from the playoffs without Stephen Curry. Amber and Zaslow also discuss Caleb Williams not wanting to play for the Bears before last year's draft. Plus, can the Nuggets and Celtics force Game 7s in their conference semifinal series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:47:44
Hour 3: R.I.P Morris and the Cavs
5/13/2025
Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons discuss the reset that could be coming in Boston with Jayson Tatum set to miss the 2025-26 season now. They also look ahead to Nuggets-Thunder Game 5. Plus, the duo reacts to the Pacers ending the Cavaliers' season and the passing of an iconic movie gator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:17
Hour 2: Tatum and Rose and Belichick and Hendrickson
5/13/2025
Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons discuss Jayson Tatum undergoing surgery to repair his torn Achilles and what it means for the Celtics in the short and long term. They also discuss Pete Rose having his ban from MLB lifted and what Bill Belichick had to say about his personal life's impact on UNC football. Plus, Trey Hendrickson addresses his ongoing contract drama with the Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:48:01
Hour 1: Jayson Tatum Undergoes Surgery On Torn Achilles
5/13/2025
Amber Wilson and Ian Fitzsimmons react to the news that Jayson Tatum underwent surgery on his torn Achilles suffered in the Celtics' Game 4 loss to the Knicks. Boston Globe NBA Reporter Gary Washburn joins to discuss the Tatum news. ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski also joins the show to discuss where things are with the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Plus, Amber and Ian react to the Dallas Mavericks shockingly winning the NBA Draft Lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:46:24