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Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast

A Cleveland Cavs and NBA-centric basketball podcast from lifelong Cavaliers fan, Bob Schmidt. Reach Bob at bob@fropod.com, or @fearthefropod on Instagram, and X (Twitter). Join the "Fro discord here: https://discord.gg/gSaj9Wn66

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All Episodes

59:24

Cavs vs. Pels, All-NBA Defensive Team, Mobley's...

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2024/03/13

Bob Schmidt, of the Fear the 'Fro pod is back with Shamit Dua, author of the "In the N.O." substack, and Pelicans analyst. We dive into the state of the Cavaliers and Pelicans, parallel existences (Herb and Okoro), and discuss the possibilities our franchises' futures intersect. Then we jump into predictions surrounding the All-NBA Defensive Team, and revisit the 2021 NBA Draft.(0:00) Cavs vs. Pelicans Primer- Point Zion, Trey Murphy Streaking(9:56) Herb vs. Okoro parallels, and Herb's

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18:17

Cavs Fall To Phoenix, Recapping The Recent Skid

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2024/03/12

Fear the 'Fro is back, recapping recent struggles, as the Cavs have dropped 3 of 4. The Cavs fell to the Suns, after a great start where Darius Garland scored 21 points in the first quarter. Craig Porter Jr., Caris Levert, and Jarrett Allen all made big plays in a late rally that fell short as Durant, Booker, and Beal all thrived. Rudy Gobert was fined $100k after his comments suggesting nefarious officiating was linked to gambling, and we go to the Audio Mailbag, with Jeff from Alabama.

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25:26

The Drippy DEAN WADE Pod (Cavs Complete Celtics...

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2024/03/06

Without a doubt, the Cavs secured the single best victory of the season. Dean Wade, undrafted hero, exploded in the 4th quarter to topple the Celtics, as the Cavaliers mount a shocking comeback. History was made on several fronts, so join Bob Schmidt for this celebratory Fear the 'Fro pod, as we honor the Drippy one.

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51:46

Knicks Cucked Us Again, Bring on the Celtics (with...

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2024/03/05

The Knicks cucked us. The Celtics await. Is the sky falling? Can JB right the ship with Donny and Max out with injuries. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is joined by Jordan Zirm on this episode of Fear the 'Fro. Topics include:(0:00) Knicks Loss Reaction(5:49) Concerns Have Arisen Since All-Star Break(10:50) The Two Big Conundrum - Jordan's Take(14:00) Bob Vents About Darius Evading Blame In Knicks Game(19:36) The Cavs Backcourt(24:14) JB's Rigidity With Lineups(34:33) Celtics

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25:22

MAX STRUS: Luka's Dream Killer

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2024/02/28

Fear the 'Fro is back celebrating a historic evening for Max Strus, who poured in 15 points in the 4th quarter, including a 60-foot buzzer beating heave that won the game for the Cavs over the Dallas Mavericks. Despite 75 combined points from Luka and Kyrie, the Cavs won behind 14 threes from Strus and Donovan Mitchell.(0:00) Cavs topple the Mavericks behind Max Strus's heroic night(15:12) Niang playing better as of late, and the other lineups(18:49) Donovan speaking up for Darius Garland

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24:27

Mo Wagner Doesn't Return Shopping Carts (Cavs Lose To...

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2024/02/23

Fear the 'Fro is back after the All-Star break, as Cleveland, playing without Donovan Mitchell, falls to the Orlando. The Magic outmuscled the Cavs, as their bench and an unusually good shooting performance led them to victory. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, sulks and then revisits Tim Bontemps appearance on Cleveland Sports Radio (92.3 The Fan). Then we hit an audio mailbag. (0:00) Cavs vs. Magic - Breaking Down Where Things Went Wrong(10:45) Past "Enemy Of The Pod", Tim Bontemps,

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26:51

The Mobley Progress, The Vendetta, and Some NBA...

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2024/02/14

Fear the 'Fro returns as Bob is back from his Superbowl journey to talk Cavs, as the winning streak that was snapped against Buddy Hield and the Sixers. But with Mobley's aggression on the rise, and Garland starting to impose his will on the game, the Cavaliers have set themselves up for a happy all-star break. Then we Jarrett Allen's ascent to the #2 spot in DPOY odds. Do positionless All-NBA teams help or hurt the Cavaliers? Finally a listener submission for a new Enemy of the

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41:54

Cavs Steal The Kings Crown, Trade Deadline Looms,...

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2024/02/06

Fear the 'Fro is back after the Cavs win their 6th straight. Evan Mobley and Darius Garland are acclimating just fine, as the Cavs keep the momentum and the wins coming. Mobley gives us a Domas-light outing, Max exploded in the third quarter with shades of Jose Alvarado, and Donovan's MVP mentions have seen an uptick nationally. We revisit our enemy of the pod, Mr. Bontemps, after his take ended up on life support after the San Antonio game. (0:00) Cavs finally defeat the Kings(6:30)

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37:06

Cavs Beat Grizz G-League Team, Embiid Done, Draymond...

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2024/02/02

Fear the 'Fro is back talking the Cavs continued winning ways, ugly or not. Then we touch on a question from listener Ben regarding Darius Garland, and the anxieties his return has created. Finally, you'll get a crisp 15 on Draymond Green's take on the Joel Embiid injury, and the NBA's 65-game threshold for awards.(0:00) Intro and Grizzlies talk(9:30) Audio Mailbag: Ben wants to discuss Darius's return and the surrounding fears(23:26) Draymond Green and his terrible, horrible, no good,

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39:03

Hot Streak Showdown: Cavs vs. Clippers Preview (with...

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2024/01/29

Fear the 'Fro is back in advance of Evan Mobley's return and a Cavs-Clippers showdown. Bob is joined by Adam Auslund, pre and postgame host of the LA Clippers Audio Network, to discuss the parallel hot streaks of Cleveland and Los Angeles, the All-Star Voting results, a historic Saturday evening showdown between the Lakers and Warriors, and why Tim Bontemps is still living rent free in Bob's head.

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34:12

Cavs Topple Bucks & A Formal Apology (Kind Of)

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2024/01/27

(0:00) The Formal Apology Of The Pod: Justin Rowan(2:20) The Formal Enemy Of The Pod: Tim Bontemps(12:45) Cavs Beat The Bucks And Split Season Series (15:57) Dame Starting All-Star Game, Donovan Is Not(18:44) The Defensive Effort And Allen's Year Vs. The Bucks(25:33) Audio Mailbag: Jeff From Alabama On The Core Trade Suggestions

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28:52

Sam Merrill Puts The League On Notice

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2024/01/23

Fear the 'Fro breaks down another blowout win as the Cavs notch 8 in row, and 13 of their last 16. Sam Merrill came out swinging, leading the way with 8 threes, Donovan Mitchell was brilliant and Jarrett climbed into sole possession of a franchise record. Plus, Bob takes aim at a fellow podcaster who stands in the way of the Cavs and basketball immortality.(0:00) Bob Addresses Some Hard Truths About This Cavaliers Winning Streak(8:45) Cavs Blowout The Orlando Magic As Sam Merrill Goes

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44:53

The Niang Game.... Plus Pascal To Indy And Dejounte...

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2024/01/18

Fear the 'Fro is here to celebrate what will forever be known as "The Niang Game". The minivan had a career night, Donovan and the 'Fro were stellar, and Okoro's defense was stifling. Then we talk trades, cause tis' the season, and what else should we be doing after a 40-point win over an Eastern Conference contender. The Audio Mailbag returns with a question from Brian about a three-way Cavs trade.(0:00) Georges Niang Gives Us A Career Night... A History Lesson(14:23) Jarrett Allen Wins

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37:32

Cavs Avoid Collapse, and the Audio Mailbag Returns (A...

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2024/01/16

Fear the 'Fro is back as the Cavs held off the Chicago Bulls despite a late 25-3 run from Chicago. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down the win. The bench was heroic in the first half, and some late game heroics from Donny, Caris, and Dean helped the good guys pull away. The 'Fro pod audio mailbag is back with a questions from Anna regarding the drippiest of all movable contracts... Mr. Dean Jackson Wade.(0:00) Intro and Cavs vs. Bulls Breakdown - A Near Collapse Avoided(9:48)

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44:21

Cavs: The French Edition (with Spencer Davies)

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2024/01/10

Viva la France! Fear the 'Fro is back on the eve of a midday showdown with the Brooklyn Nets in Paris. Bob Schmidt ,of Fox Sports Radio, is joined by Spencer Davies to talk about the Cavs and the race for seeding in the Eastern Conference. We touch on the positive developments with Jarrett Allen and the three point shooters, the glut of competitors in the 4 through 9 seeds, the officiating grievances of the Toronto Raptors, and then Bob cuts Spencer loose, before slandering Draymond

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29:44

Wemby Who? 'Fro & The Bench Dominate The Spurs

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2024/01/08

Off to France! The Cavs notch their third straight victory, while Jarrett Allen and the bench hold off the Spurs, despite a solid outing from Wemby. Sam Merrill continues strong play, and Caris Levert vaults his way back into the sixth man of the year conversation. Ricky Rubio reaches a buyout, and the Nets await in Paris. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, discusses it all.(0:00) Intro(4:50) Cavs Topple The Spurs, Despite Slow Start(8:30) Allen Continues To Take Down Elite Bigs (a

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50:33

A Fear the 'Fro - It's Cavalier Pod Crossover (with...

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2024/01/03

Fear the 'Fro returns with a special guest... Mack Perry of the "It's Cavalier Pod". Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, and Mack discuss their feelings on the current state of the Cavs, discuss how blame is attributed for Cavalier shortcomings, the rotation issues that await when the Cavs get healthy, and then they dive into some Simmons-esque hypotheticals about Kyle Kuzma and the woeful Wizards. (0:00) Intro(8:43) Is JB to blame for the Cavs doing less with more, and more with less

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34:34

The Knicks-Raptors Trade Reaction (from the Cavs...

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2024/01/01

Fear the 'Fro takes on the big trade in the NBA, as OG Anunoby heads to New York, and Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett head to Toronto. How does this impact the Cavs? Are the Donovan to NY rumors officially dead? And the debut of the new 'Fro feedback segment, featuring a comment from BP in Pepper Pike. Finally, Simmons is back on the Jarrett Allen to OKC nonsense.

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22:50

'Fro's career high (30 points), Donny's return, and...

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2023/12/30

We lost.... but did we really? Jarrett Allen goes for a career high 30 points, Donny and Sam return, CPJ puts together a magical 4th quarter, and if not for building a gigantic wall of bricks from outside the arc, the Cavaliers gave all of us a great ending to 2023. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, reacts to it all. Plus, some molester talk. Happy New Year!

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23:58

A DAY OF 'FRO RECKONING! (Cavs comeback against Luka...

Fear the "Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast ·

2023/12/28

Fear the 'Fro is back on the heels of the best 'Fro game of the season. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is back after the Cavs comeback from 20 down on the shoulders of our franchise big man Jarrett Allen, undrafted rookie Craig Porter Jr., Isaac Okoro, and 4th quarter hero Caris Levert. 5 wins in 6 games and we keep it movin'....

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