http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/Taillone.mp3 Wednesday’s podcast features former Pirates pitcher Jameson Taillon. Like Henry Davis, he was a top-five pick and knows what those pressure are like in Pittsburgh.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/lastmetzer.mp3 In our final hockey podcast of the year, Brian Metzer of the Penguins Radio Network joins me to discuss the end of the NHL season, the upcoming draft, and some free agency possibilities for the Penguins.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/pop619.mp3 In this week’s pop culture podcast, Tim Benz and Rob Owen discuss the fallout of Taylor Swift’s swing through Pittsburgh, upcoming summer movies, the passing of Stan Savran and the latest on the prospect of a SAG-AFTRA strike.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/MAddenfathersday.mp3 In this week’s ‘Madden Monday’ podcast, Mark Madden and Tim Benz discuss Henry Davis’ promotion to Pittsburgh, the Pirates recent struggles, the upcoming MLB draft, and some Steelers playoff projections.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/JasonGrilli.mp3 Former Pirates closer Jason Grilli joined me on 105.9 the X to discuss his line of wines, the return of Andrew McCutchen, David Bednar’s success, Pearl Jam and fond Pirates memories of 2013

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/benzwithcraigpatrick.mp3 Hockey Hall of Famer–and former Penguins general manager–Craig Patrick joined me on 105.9 the X to discuss the 3Ice league he is helping to lead, Kyle Dubas’ hire as the Penguins head of hockey operations, and the state the NHL after Vegas’ Stanley Cup win.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/TaylorBryanUSopen.mp3 Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me to talk about the U.S. Open and all the drama surrounding the planned PGA-LIV deal.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/benzandguyjunker.mp3 Guy Junker joined Tim Benz on 105.9 the X’s ‘Mark Madden Show’ to discuss the memory of Pittsburgh sports broadcasting legend Stan Savran.