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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/CWc3jYf26

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All Episodes

27:10

Cavs fall to Knicks (0-1): Second Chances Sink Cleveland

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2023/04/16

Donovan Mitchell got what he wanted (38 points), but the Cavs failed to limit the Knicks second chance points, Evan Mobley struggled, and Cleveland fell to New York after a big second half from Jalen Brunson. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down the game, the areas the Cavs need to address and looks ahead to Game 2.

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56:23

Cavs vs. Knicks: The Prelude and NBA Awards Final...

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2023/04/14

Fear the 'Fro is here previewing the Cavs vs. Knicks, recapping a fun week in the NBA that saw Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell with incredible awards showings. Bob discusses what he's looking forward to with Cavs and Knicks, and then is joined by Kevin Figgers, of the FnA podcast, to discuss All-NBA awards, the logical inconsistencies of voters, and some playoff predictions. Bring on the New York Knicks.

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28:43

Donovan Mitchell Kicking In The Doors of All-NBA Voters

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2023/04/05

Fear the 'Fro is back celebrating yet another 40-point night from Donovan Mitchell. The Cavs clinched home court in round one, secured their 50th win, and Jarrett Allen and Caris Levert made big contributions to the victory over the Magic. Bob reacts to the game, futhurs the agenda, and there's also some cat disposal talk and rant about traditionalists and "positional designations".

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31:25

Donovan on a 40-point bender right now, The Knicks...

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2023/04/03

The Fear the 'Fro pod is back after a Cavs victory over the skeleton Pacers, and a loss to the Knicks on Friday. We discuss the takeaways from an incredible performance from both Donovan Mitchell and Jalen Brunson. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks about the final three games, the importance of Allen/Okoro, and we dive into the new CBA, the reported changes, and how they'll impact the Cavs.

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19:06

A Brilliant Donovan and Mobley Night Wasted, Pivotal...

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2023/03/29

Welp.... four seed it is. Fear the 'Fro reacts after the Cavs narrowly lost to the Hawks after a monstrous fourth quarter rally led by Donovan Mitchell. The refs managed to make their impact felt, as a critical (and suspect) defensive foul on Evan Mobley proved too much to overcome.

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30:08

ICE IN HIS VEINS! Isaac Okoro hits a game-winning...

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2023/03/24

Isaac Okoro stole the show! The 3rd-year wing nailed a corner three to send the Cavs home with a victory, as Cleveland rallied from 8 points down with less than 2 minutes left. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, covers all the highlights, the national narrative on Cleveland's contender status, and Evan Mobley's monster outing. Plus, more of the white guy rapping.

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30:53

A Fear the 'Fro crossover with special guest, Mike...

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2023/03/23

NETS TALK. Let's do this. Joining Bob is Mike Smeltz, co-host of "The Glue Guys" (@BKGlueGuys), the Athletic Podcast covering the Brooklyn Nets. We cover the spectrum from our shared Kyrie trauma, to the new look Nets, the playoff outlook, and the sacrilege that is a Jarrett Allen trade suggestion.

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18:40

Cavs take down Nets behind 6 guys in double digits,...

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2023/03/22

Bob Schmidt, host of the Fear the 'Fro pod, recaps a big Cavs win over the Nets. Sure the Nets couldn't shoot, but Evan Mobley exploded in the 2nd, Osman didn't miss a three, and a big 3rd blew the game open. Day'ron Sharpe shined for Brooklyn with a career high in scoring. We discuss it all.

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33:19

Making Friends: Recapping the Sixers and Wizards...

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2023/03/19

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is back with a recap of the Wizards and Sixers games, after making lots of new friends from the Philadelphia area. Are the Sixers gonna run down the Bucks? The Celtics have slid to the 3-seed, and the top of the East is very fluid at the moment. A 2-game set against the Nets approaches.

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37:37

Hornets SWATTED in Cavs blowout, DYLAN WINDLER...

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2023/03/15

The Cavaliers absolutely smothered the Hornets in a dominating win that showcased Evan Mobley, Caris Levert, and peak Cedi Osman. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, recaps a feel-good win, and then takes aim at recent comments by Bill Simmons that discredit the All-NBA candidacy of Donovan Mitchell. Next up, the last showdown with the team above the Cavs in the standings.... the Philadelphia 76ers.

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25:23

Cavs Salvage Hornets Win, Mobley Thrives in 4th,...

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2023/03/13

The Cavs took on a short-handed Hornets, and narrowly escaped with a victory. But a win is a win, and the Cavs find themselves with a 3-game lead for the fourth seed. Next up is a rematch with this same Hornets team. Evan Mobley had a monster 4th quarter where he did not miss a shot, and Terry Rozier went cold at the wrong time, as the good guys came back from down 16.

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48:25

Fear the 'Fro previews Miami with special guest: The...

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2023/03/08

Fear the 'Fro is back with a gameday preview of the Miami Heat in what will be the first of two matchups this week. Joining Bob Schmidt, is host of the Heat Beat Podcast, Giancarlo Navas (@gnavas103 on twitter). We talk playoff predictions, Kevin Love's integration with the Heat, and recount the emotional rollercoaster that was the Lebron James experience.

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26:00

BRICKS: The Grant Williams Story, Lamar Stevens Plays...

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2023/03/07

Lamar Stevens, the original junkyard dog, stole the show in a come from behind overtime victory against the Boston Celtics, taking the season series 3-1. The Cavs were led by Stevens' offensive rebounding, Donovan's 40-point outing, and Evan Mobley's 25 & 17, while the Celtics saw a blistering first half wasted when Grant Williams missed 2 free throws with no time left on the clock. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down one of the most satisfying comeback wins of the season.

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26:37

Cavs trounce Pistons, Mitchell injury scare averted,...

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2023/03/05

Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is here to talk the Cavs big victory over the Detroit Pistons, on this Sunday edition of Fear the 'Fro. The Cavs pull away in a dominant 3rd quarter, Mobley fills the box score, and Donovan Mitchell exits the game with a finger injury, but returns with good news. The Cavs head into the final Boston matchup of the season on Monday, and Bob has a tirade about the suggestion that Jarrett Allen should be shopped in the offseason because of a 5-point outing

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28:56

Eat Sh*t Canada: Raptors take their rightful place in...

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2023/03/01

Toronto has taken its rightful place beneath the boot of the Cavaliers. Bob dispatches one enemy of the podcast (the Raptors), only to face a new oppressor... Bill Simmons of the Ringer, and his dismissal of Donovan Mitchell's All-NBA resume. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is compiling grievances. Join the Fear the 'Fro podcast.

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23:48

Bookending Kevin Love's Cavs Tenure, and why...

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2023/02/20

The Fear the 'Fro podcast is back, now that Kevin Love's departure from the Cavs is official, as he heads to Miami to join the Heat. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks about his regrets in regards to how this buyout was handle by both sides, and then speaks on the criticisms of Lebron James for "ruining the dunk competition" by not participating. (0:00) Kevin Love is off to join the Miami Heat(16:47) Did Lebron tarnish his legacy by not dunking

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37:38

KEVIN LOVE BUYOUT, Cavs fall to Sixers despite...

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2023/02/16

Kevin Love has requested a buyout! Donovan Mitchell scored 33, but that wasn't enough for the Cavs to dig out of a 28-point deficit, as time ran out on their late rally. The Cavs enter the All-Star break as the 4th seed, falling to the Sixers, in a game which featured the debut of Danny Green. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks about his addition, including some comments he made on his podcast, Inside The Green Room. Audio excerpts featured in this episode are from the "Inside the

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23:39

Cavs win 7th straight over Spurs, Danny Green lands...

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2023/02/14

Donovan Mitchell was brilliant against the Spurs, scoring 41 points on the way to the Cavaliers 7th straight win. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down the win, and puts Don's night into perspective. The Cavs jumped into the buyout market signing Danny Green to their final roster spot. And Michael Jordan, is back with yet another film to combat Lebron's new place atop the NBA All-Time scoring list. We've recreated the trailer as it should be.

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19:23

Flawless February Continues! Cavs sweep weekend vs....

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2023/02/12

The Cavs are streaking! 6 wins in a row, unbeaten in February, and the 'Fro (Jarrett Allen) has become a guaranteed 20 and 10. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, talks about the big win against the Pelicans and the late rally to hold off the Bulls. The Cavs are right on the heels of the Sixers, and the schedule lays out nicely. Should Cleveland jump into the buyout market? All that and more on this episode of the 'Fro pod.

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22:26

Post Trade Deadline thoughts and analysis before a...

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2023/02/10

The trade deadline is behind us. Cavs did nothing, but Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, summarizes his feelings on all the trades made by other teams around the league before this weekend back-to-back set for the Cavaliers.

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