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Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk

ALLCITY Network, PHNX Sports

Southwest Bias with Espo is the daily Arizona sports podcast that pulls no punches. Every weekday at 11AM, host Espo breaks down the hottest topics in Arizona sports with takes you won"t hear anywhere else. From the Arizona Diamondbacks chasing another World Series run, to the Phoenix Suns rebuilding, the Arizona Cardinals fighting for relevance, and everything in between — Southwest Bias covers it all with passion, humor, and zero filter. If you bleed Arizona sports, this is your show. 🐍🏀🏈⚾ New

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00:29:36

Do the Suns Have a Ref Problem or a Dillon Brooks...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/19

The Phoenix Suns once again find themselves at the center of controversy — but this time, the biggest question isn’t just about the opponent. Is this another example of inconsistent officiating hurting the Suns, or is Dillon Brooks crossing the line and daring refs to respond? On this LIVE episode, we break down the plays, the whistles (or lack thereof), and the growing frustration surrounding how the Suns are being officiated. Is there a real pattern with the referees when Phoenix faces physical,

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00:33:50

This Brutal Stretch Was Supposed to Kill Devin Booker...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/18

On November 18 the Phoenix Suns entered a stretch that many believed would expose every flaw — a demanding schedule, elite opponents, injuries, and zero margin for error. Instead, Devin Booker and the Suns survived it and, in many ways, showed exactly who they are. In this episode, Espo breaks down the so-called “brutal stretch” that was expected to derail Phoenix’s season — and why it didn’t break this team. From execution to mindset, coaching adjustments to roster depth, this run revealed the

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00:30:28

Kenny Dillingham Is Loyal to Arizona State… But the...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/17

Kenny Dillingham has made it clear where his loyalty lies — *Arizona State**. But in today’s college football landscape, loyalty alone is not enough especially with the University of Michigan in waiting. With NIL pressure, conference realignment fallout, and coaching turnover across the sport, the **Sun Devils must act now* if they want to secure their future. In this episode, we break down why Dillingham’s commitment to Arizona State football matters, what ASU leadership needs to do next, and how

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00:29:42

Jonathan Gannon’s Year-End Review Is Here… and He Has...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/16

The Arizona Cardinals season is essentially in the books — and now it’s time for accountability. Head coach Jonathan Gannon enters his year-end review with far more questions than answers after a season that tested patience, expectations, and belief in the rebuild.In this episode, Espo breaks questions Gannon’s full season from top to bottom: the coaching decisions, player development, game management, culture building, and whether real progress was actually made. Was this season part of a necessary

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00:29:05

Why Kenny Dillingham Turning Down Michigan Is Exactly...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/15

Kenny Dillingham had the chance to chase one of the biggest jobs in college football — and he said no. Turning down Michigan raised eyebrows across the sport, but it also revealed exactly why Dillingham is different from most coaches in today’s landscape.In this episode, we break down why Dillingham’s decision matters, what it says about his values, and how it reinforces the culture he’s building at Arizona State. In an era defined by money, power, and constant movement, Dillingham choosing loyalty

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00:30:11

Is Joe Burrow the Next Carson Palmer? Why a Bengals...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/12

Could Joe Burrow actually follow the Carson Palmer blueprint and walk away from the Bengals? And if so… could that open the door for the Arizona Cardinals to make one of the biggest move in franchise history? In today’s episode, Espo breaks down the real factors behind Burrow’s long-term future in Cincinnati, how player–team tensions have played out before, and why Palmer’s exit still serves as the clearest roadmap for a superstar QB looking for a new start. He also examines what this all could mean

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00:27:45

Phoenix Suns Hit Historic Low in OKC… But This Team...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/11

The Phoenix Suns just hit a historic low point in Oklahoma City, as they lost to the Thunder by 49 points. But the story is far bigger than one bad night. Espo dives into how the Suns collapsed against the Thunder, what the numbers really say about their struggles, and—most importantly—why this team is nowhere near done. We cover: What went wrong in OKC and how it reached a historic lowWhy the core foundation is still built for a strong turnaroundContext behind injuries, rotations, and chemistry

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00:31:54

The NBA Cup Might Be Meaningless… But NOT to the Suns...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/10

The NBA Cup might not move the needle for every franchise, but for the Phoenix Suns, it carries real weight. In this episode, we break down why this tournament actually matters for Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks, Collin Gillespie and a roster trying to build identity, chemistry, and momentum in a stacked Western Conference. From competitive reps in high-pressure games to lineup experimentation and unlocking role-player consistency, we explain how the Suns can use the NBA Cup as a springboard into the

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00:29:41

How the Phoenix Suns Quietly Built the Perfect Team...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/09

The Phoenix Suns have quietly built one of the smartest and most complete rosters in the NBA — and it’s finally starting to show. In today’s episode, Espo breaks down how the Suns assembled the perfect mix of stars, role players, defenders, and clutch specialists to steal wins this season, even against elite competition. From Devin Booker’s leadership, to Grayson Allen’s ability to be the point of attack, Collin Gillespie’s grit, Dillon Brooks’ edge and the bench pieces transforming late-game

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00:32:33

College Football Is a Disaster… But Arizona’s...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/08

College football may be falling apart on a national level, but the Arizona Wildcats and Arizona State Sun Devils are actually on the rise. From conference chaos to NIL drama and realignment headaches, the sport is a mess — yet both Arizona programs are proving they’re not part of the problem. In this episode, we break down why college football is a disaster right now in the sport’s postseason, how to potentially fix it and why Arizona State at the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl and University of Arizona at

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00:22:06

The Arizona Cardinals Can’t Hide Anymore — This...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/05

The Arizona Cardinals have run out of places to hide with no other games going on in the Valley. Excuses are gone, injuries aren’t enough, and the “rebuild” label can’t cover up what’s happening on the field anymore. This weekend, we finally see exactly how bad things are — and what it means for Jonathan Gannon, Monti Ossenfort, and the future of the franchise.In today’s episode, Espo dives into:🔥 Why this weekend exposes the true state of the Cardinals🔥 The major flaws Gannon can’t hide behind

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00:35:36

Suns Trade Rumors: Forget KAT or Julius Randle —...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/05

The Phoenix Suns trade rumors are heating up again — with big names like Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle being thrown around as possible targets. But while blockbuster trades sound tempting, the Suns may be far better off staying the course with what Jordan Ott and this roster are building.In today’s episode, Espo breaks down:🔥 Why the Suns should avoid chasing KAT, Randle, or any big-name trade🔥 How the current roster is finding its identity without major shakeups🔥 Why overreacting to

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00:31:36

Chris Paul’s Career May Be Over… But Does He Deserve...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/03

Chris Paul’s legendary NBA career may finally be nearing its end — but the bigger question in Phoenix is whether CP3 has earned a place in the **Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor**. His time in the Valley was short, but unforgettable: a Finals run, a culture change, and some of the best basketball the franchise has ever seen. But is that enough? In today’s episode, Espo breaks down: 🔥 Whether Chris Paul truly left a Ring of Honor legacy in Phoenix 🔥 How CP3 transformed the Suns from pretenders to

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00:28:33

Meet the NBA’s Suicide Squad: The Phoenix Suns Are...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/02

The *Phoenix Suns* have officially embraced their role as the *NBA’s Suicide Squad* — a team full of so-called “villains” who are now on a mission to prove everyone wrong. Devin Booker. Dillon Brooks. Grayson Allen. Jalen Green. A roster of misfits, doubted players, and guys with chips on their shoulders… and somehow, it *works*. Even with injuries to Jalen Green, Devin Booker and others they have found a way to persevere thanks to the mastermind of Jordan Ott. In today’s episode, Espo breaks

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00:29:48

Rock Bottom? Jonathan Gannon’s Cardinals Just Hit a...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/12/01

The Arizona Cardinals may have officially hit rock bottom under head coach Jonathan Gannon being eliminated from NFL playoffs contention the earliest ever in their time in the desert. After another disappointing performance, the cracks in the Cardinals’ culture, roster building, and coaching philosophy are impossible to ignore. Is this the lowest point of the Gannon era — and what does it mean for the future of the franchise? In today’s episode, Espo breaks down: 🔥 Why the Cardinals just hit a new

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00:24:30

The Territorial Cup: The Most Underrated Rivalry in...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/11/28

The Territorial Cup doesn’t get the national spotlight it deserves, but Arizona vs. Arizona State is one of the fiercest, oldest, and most emotional rivalries in all of college football. From historic matchups to unforgettable moments, this rivalry brings passion, pride, and chaos every single year — and yet it remains massively underrated outside the state.Espo breaks down why the Territorial Cup belongs among the best rivalries in college football, what makes the ASU–Arizona matchup so unique, and

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00:30:55

Why Cardinals Fans Should Actually Be THANKFUL for...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/11/26

The Arizona Cardinals season hasn’t been pretty — but that doesn’t mean fans shouldn’t be thankful for what’s happening right now. As a matter of fact, the season may have saved fans from even more long-term pain in football purgatory. From a clearer long-term direction to emerging young talent and a front office finally committed to a real rebuild, this year might be laying the foundation the franchise has needed for decades. Espo breaks down**why Cardinals fans should appreciate this season**,

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00:31:26

The Suns Need Devin Booker Less Than They Thought…...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/11/25

The Phoenix Suns have proven they can survive stretches without Devin Booker at his peak offensively — but thriving is a different story. While the Suns don’t rely on Booker as heavily as they once did, they also aren’t getting enough from him right now to reach their full potential. Espo talks about **why Booker’s role has changed**, how the Suns’ new system under Jordan Ott spreads the load, and why Phoenix still needs a stronger version of their franchise star to compete with the NBA’s

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00:28:37

The Phoenix Suns Are Using Moneyball to Build a...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/11/24

The Phoenix Suns tried the big-money, superstar-heavy approach — and it didn’t deliver the results fans hoped for. Now, Phoenix has shifted to a smarter, more efficient **Moneyball-style roster build**, focusing on value, fit, and depth instead of massive contracts. Espo talks about how the Suns rebuilt their roster, why players like Colin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin, Dillon Brooks, and the new supporting cast fit the Moneyball mold, and why this approach may finally be the formula that works in

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00:31:05

Is Rooting for the Arizona Cardinals to Lose the...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2025/11/21

Arizona Cardinals tanking? Could that be the right move for Monti Ossenfort and Jonathan Gannon? The Kyler Murray era seems to be over, so do they need to rebuild in the NFL Draft? Join Espo as he talks though it all + Marc Stein of DLLS and The Stein Line joins to talk Phoenix Suns JOIN THE SUPPORTERS CLUB ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/yc6km2r4 An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports MERCH

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