The Ben Maller Show
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Ben Maller reacts to the NBA’s harsh penalties against the Clippers for salary cap violations, arguing the fines and lost draft picks are minor inconveniences for owner Steve Ballmer.
Hour 1 - A Heavenly Move
Ben Maller discusses Stan Kroenke’s $4 billion acquisition of the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno, set to close in 2027.
Hour 2 - The Ballard of the Ball
Ben Maller discusses Colts GM Chris Ballard calling the trend of NFL players returning to college "stupid," while criticizing the Rams for naming 11 team captains.
Hour 3 - Bear Jamboree
Ben Maller critiques Bears coach Ben Johnson’s praise of Caleb Williams as a veiled criticism of his maturity.
Hour 4 - Oh No Romo!
Ben Maller analyzes Tony Romo’s DUI plea and his attempt to return to CBS, interpreting his statement as a legal maneuver rather than a sincere apology.
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Ben Maller discusses the sale of the Angels to Stan Kroenke, celebrating the end of Arte Moreno’s tenure while criticizing the new owner’s massive real estate focus.
Hour 1 - The Cold War Continues
Ben Maller critiques 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk for costing himself over $50 million through a stubborn contract dispute.
Hour 2 - The Card Shark of the Bronx
Ben Maller critiques Jazz Chisholm for amplifying a minor controversy with Red Sox broadcaster Will Fleming, questioning his professionalism and free-agent value.
Hour 3 - The Purple People
Ben Maller critiques the Vikings' handling of J.
Hour 4 - Takin' the Hit
Ben Maller critiques LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s strategy of recruiting former NFL players, dismissing Kiffin’s moral defense and highlighting Texas coach Steve Sarkisian’s ethical objections.
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Ben Maller critiques Brandon Aiyuk’s costly standoff with the 49ers, dismissing Aaron Donald’s Rams return hype as premature.
Hour 1 - Aaron Donald Returns!
Ben Maller recaps his successful Las Vegas meet-and-greet before analyzing Aaron Donald’s last-minute return to the Rams, dismissing the drama as manufactured.
Hour 2 - Huge Win For UNC & Belichick
Ben Maller analyzes North Carolina’s upset of TCU in Dublin, questioning if it validates Bill Belichick’s college football blueprint.
Hour 3 - Shohei's Slump
Ben Maller analyzes Shohei Ohtani’s offensive slump and its impact on the Dodgers' MVP hopes, while criticizing the Rockies' inconsistent punishment…
Hour 4 - JJ McCarthy Survives Roster Cuts
Ben Maller discusses J.
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Ben Maller discusses Aaron Donald’s return to the Rams, dismissing the drama as manufactured, and critiques the Seahawks for cutting Trevion Diggs despite claiming to value him.
The Fifth Hour: White Whale
Ben Maller postpones his meet-and-greet recap to next week and skips the mailbag due to travel.
The Fifth Hour: The Gremlin Manifesto
Ben Maller promotes the upcoming Maller Meet and Greet in Las Vegas, highlighting special guests and the communal spirit of the event.
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Ben Maller critiques Titans QB Cam Ward’s poor preseason performance and discusses the Seahawks’ recent injury woes, framing them as cosmic karma.
Hour 4 - Missing the Mark
Ben Maller and Lorna critique a controversial Callaway Golf ad that mocked domestic violence, leading to the brand ending its partnership with Good Good Golf.
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Ben Maller argues the Raiders should start Kirk Cousins over rookie Fernando Mendoza to protect the young QB’s confidence, drawing parallels to Tyler Shuk’s successful late-season debut.
Hour 1 - Not Ready Yet
Ben Maller argues the Raiders should start Kirk Cousins over rookie Fernando Mendoza in Week 1, citing Tyler Shuk’s successful delayed debut with the Saints as a model for building confidence.
Hour 2 - Shutout & Shutdown
Ben Maller critiques college football's "Week 0" and discusses the NFL ending the Pro Bowl game while retaining player selections.
Hour 3 - The Real MVP
Ben Maller argues Shohei Ohtani is the clear NL MVP over Pete Crow-Armstrong, criticizing fans for taking Ohtani’s dual-threat greatness for granted.
Hour 1 - That Was Unexpected...
Ben Maller discusses LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s alleged recruitment of NFL players, arguing against banning him for exploiting NCAA loopholes.
Hour 2 - Bowled Over
Ben Maller discusses the NFL’s cancellation of the Pro Bowl, attributing its demise to player apathy and failed gimmicks like flag football.
Hour 3 - Tales From the Bodycam
Ben Maller discusses 49ers owner Jed York’s viral arrest for soliciting prostitution, Dodgers owner Mark Walter’s SEC fraud investigation, and…
Hour 4 - The Great Reinvention
Ben Maller argues Lamar Jackson cannot win a Super Bowl as a pocket passer and mocks the Jets' pursuit of Mike Tomlin.
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Ben Maller critiques LSU coach Lane Kiffin for allegedly recruiting NFL players to sue the NCAA, defending him as a savvy rule-bender.
Hour 1 - The Day After
Ben Maller critiques 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan for downplaying the locker room impact of owner Jed York’s prostitution sting arrest, predicting minimal NFL punishment.
Hour 2 - Stuck in a Purple Haze
Ben Maller argues that Vikings QB J.
Hour 3 - Stopping the Train
Ben Maller argues the SEC’s ban on NFL returnees is a "Lane Kiffin rule" that will spark legal battles rather than solve eligibility issues.
Hour 4 - An Unpatriotic Move?
Ben Maller discusses Patriots defensive back Christian Gonzalez calling contract negotiations frustrating, questioning if the team is strategically…
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Ben Maller critiques 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan for downplaying the impact of owner Jed York’s prostitution sting arrest, arguing the locker room is undoubtedly mocking the incident.
Hour 1 - NFL Owners Do the Darndest Things
Ben Maller discusses 49ers owner Jed York’s arrest in an Ohio prostitution sting, analyzing the PR fallout and arguing that York’s biggest mistake…
Hour 2 - Big Day at the Factory
Ben Maller criticizes Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski for naming Deshaun Watson the starter, arguing the decision stems from ownership meddling rather than merit.
Hour 3 - A Real Snake Kind of Move
Ben Maller critiques the Diamondbacks for coddling Ketel Marte after his no-show, calling the franchise spineless.
Hour 4 - Stay In Your Lane
Ben Maller analyzes whether LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s loophole-exploiting style makes him the ideal modern college football coach.
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Ben Maller discusses 49ers owner Jed York’s arrest in an Ohio prostitution sting, criticizing the PR disaster and comparing it to Robert Kraft’s scandal.
Hour 1 - Skepticism Ward
Ben Maller critiques Titans QB Cam Ward’s poor preseason performance, denying him a "hall pass" after a forgettable rookie season.
Hour 2 - Jump Ship?
Ben Maller discusses Pirates ace Paul Skenes chatting with Dodgers staff, speculating on a potential future trade.
Hour 3 - Back to School
Ben Maller discusses Cleveland Browns tight end Daquan Wright becoming the first NFL player to return to college football at LSU, sparking debate…
Hour 4 - Elementary My Dear Watson
Ben Maller critiques Deshaun Watson for calling Cleveland fans disrespectful after being booed, arguing the quarterback’s attitude makes him a poor starter choice.
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Ben Maller critiques Titans QB Cam Ward’s poor preseason play and links Seattle’s recent injuries to karma for their Super Bowl win.
The Fifth Hour: Robbie The Mariners Fan Mailbag!
Ben Maller and guest Robbie the Mariner Fan host the Fifth Hour mailbag, discussing podcast scams, fantasy football drafts, and listener anecdotes about cars and Costco samples.
The Fifth Hour: Tabernacle of The Chicken Finger With Eddie Garcia
Ben Maller discusses the Dodgers' potential sale scenarios and reunites with former Fox Sports Radio colleague Eddie Garcia for a lunch reminiscing about their 20-year tenure.
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Ben Maller critiques the Cowboys signing veteran Von Miller as a low-impact move and mocks the Colts for keeping unwanted QB Anthony Richardson.
The Fifth Hour: The Maller Matchmaker
Ben Maller recounts orchestrating a long-distance meetup between Baltimore media figure Jerry Coleman and fan "Marlins Man" at an Orioles game while relaxing in California.
Hour 1 - Fernand-UH-OH
Ben Maller critiques Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza’s poor preseason performance and analyzes Houston’s hesitation to extend C.
Hour 2 - Peekaboo!
Ben Maller discusses Ketel Marte’s mysterious absence from the Diamondbacks, criticizing the team’s “inflammation” excuse and noting Marte’s social media post requesting a trade.