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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/PftNz2QTJ
Episodes
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastTrade the 'Fro? An Impassioned Plea For Common Sense
Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is back to recap a disappointing holiday weekend where the Cavs were bullied in 2 straight games. Has Jarrett Allen worn out…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastForgot About Dre? NOT ANYMORE!
Fear the 'Fro breaks down the Cavs win over the Hornets, as the Pelicans await on the back half of a back-to-back. De'Andre Hunter erupts, Sam Merrill returns…
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Cowardice: The December of Shame
We stink. Let's commiserate about where rock bottom is on the Fear the 'Fro podcast, with your host, Bob Schmidt.
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5 Days of Rationalizing: The Cavs Are Back
The long layoff is almost over. Fear the 'Fro empties out the mailbag, lets the masses vent, and tries to put a positive spin on what COULD get better. Then we…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastJaylon Tyson: Career Night in Win Over Pacers
It's been a week. But the Cavs are back in the win column, after making short work of the Pacers. Donovan Mitchell exploded with another 40-point effort, and…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastMitchell Sinks the Clips (Plus a Feudal Anthem)
Zubac got his, but the Cavs handled the Clippers with relative ease to close out the home stand. Donovan Mitchell had another incredible game, as he achieved…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastMake Your Free Throws: Cavs Fall To The Rockets
The Cavs struggled with their shooting and free throws in a loss to the Houston Rockets. We re-assess where we're at with the Evan Mobley leap year, and the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastNae'Qwan Tomlin: Weekend Hero (plus a Junkyard Feud continues)
Fear the 'Fro kicks off the week celebrating wins, and leaning into podcast feuds. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down their win over the Grizzlies…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast"The CPJ Game" (oh... and 'Fro drops 30)
CRAIG. PORTER. JR. What a game! The Victory Cigar Lineup ended up salvaging this game in the 4th quarter. Craig Porter Jr. had a career-defining performance…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe Rise Of Tyson And Defending the Good Name Of The Soundboard
Fear the 'Fro celebrates the rise of Jaylon Tyson, and the Cavs climbing back to the top of the Eastern Conference, and the ascent of the role guys. Then Bob…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastDonovan's 46 Sends Sixers To Losing Skid
Fear the 'Fro celebrates the Cavs victory over the Sixers, as Donovan Mitchell gives us another MVP-level scoring display. Multiple players stepped up…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe Boston Debacle & "The Road to 301"
Woof. That was a less than optimal display of basketball by the Cavs, but let Bob cheer you up with some postgame reactions to what the Cavs did, what the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe Doc Rivers Excuses Are In Midseason Form (Cavs Win Home Opener vs. Bucks)
Fear the 'Fro reacts to the Cavs knocking off Giannis and the Bucks in their home openers. Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell led the way for the Cavs, but they…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastCavs Drop The Opener: New York Defeats Cleveland As Defense Falters
The Cavs have opened the season with a loss. Cleveland fell to New York at Madison Square Garden, as Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell combined for 53 points…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastBring On The Knicks: The Regular Season Has Arrived
The preseason is done. The regular season is here. Bob fires up the Fear the 'Fro mailbag at cavspod.com and recaps the preseason. We go over what the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastBring On The Preseason: A Bulls Primer (featuring Big Dave of CHGO Bulls)
Fear the 'Fro is ready for the real hoops. Preseason kicks off with a familiar preseason foe, the Chicago Bulls. Joining Bob to breakdown the squads and…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastMedia Day: The Before (with Tim Alcorn, Radio Voice Of The Cavs)
Bob is joined by one of his favorite guests... TIM ALCORN! Your radio voice of the Cavs joins Bob to talk about the outlook heading into this season, and how…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastAnalytics: The Deep Dive (with Tim, founder of Bball-Index.com)
Fear the 'Fro is back with a data nerd edition. We're talking analytics! Specifically, Bob dives behind one of the biggest stats websites in existence…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThomas Bryant Completes Cavs Roster, Kenny and Koby Presser
Fear the 'Fro talks about the Cavs acquisition of Thomas Bryant, Killian Hayes, and the press availability of Kenny Atkinson and Koby Altman, with a review of…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastA New Season Dawns: Fear the 'Fro Returns To Kickoff Season 5
Bob Schmidt, host of the Fear the 'Fro pod is back, and he's joined by Mike "McNuggets" Lucas to launch into season 5 of the pod. We go team by team reviewing…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastFarewell Mr. Jerome (Ty Jerome to sign with the Grizzlies)
Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, reacts to the start of free agency, and copes with the crushing news that Ty Jerome has agreed to sign with the Memphis…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe Future Of The Eastern Conference (with Yossi Gozlan)
Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, is back to talk Cavs, finances, and the future outlook with capologist and host of the "Third Apron" podcast, Yossi Gozlan…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastBob-o and Bobby Talk Cavs Offseason and Aprons (with ESPN's Bobby Marks)
The summer slumber is over! Fear the 'Fro has returned to dive into the Cavs offseason in glorious fashion. Bob is back with a special guest.... ESPN's Bobby…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastSeason Over: Cavs Fall To Pacers In 5 (The Aftermath)
Fear the 'Fro reacts to a crushing loss to end the Cavaliers magical season, as the Pacers advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. Darius Garland, Donovan…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastAre We Cooked? Cavs One Loss From Cancun
Fear the 'Fro reacts to a crushing defeat at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, as the Cavs are now one loss away from the end of their season. Bob Schmidt, of…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastOne Down, Three To Go: Cavs Rout Pacers In Game 3
WE BACK! The Cavs sent a message in Indy as they got back Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and De'Andre Hunter and proceeded to take Game 3 in Indiana. Donovan…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastA Group Therapy Session: Can The Cavs Pull This Out?
I've cooled off for 24 hours. Now Bob Schmidt, joined by Michael Facci of "Setting the Pace" discusses what's transpired over these first 2 games against…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastCavs Lose Home Court: Nembhard & Nesmith Sink The Cavs
Fear the 'Fro breaks down a turd of a Game 1, as the Cavs have surrendered home court to the Indiana Pacers. Andrew Nembhard, and Aaron Nesmith torched the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastCavs vs. Pacers: The Preview (with "Setting the Pace" - a Pacers Podcast)
Fear the 'Fro is back, joined by the boys from the Indiana Pacers podcast of record... "Setting the Pace"! Bob Schmidt, Alex Golden, and Mike Facci sit down to…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastCavs in 4: South Beach Slaughter
1,2,3... Cancun for the Heat! The Cavs send the Heat off into the long, dark night with an absolutely emasculating drubbing. Tyler Herro no shows. The second…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe Brink Of A Sweep: Cavs Demolish The Heat in South Beach
Fear the 'Fro breaks down a HUGE game three victory in South Beach, as the Cavs look poised to advance. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, then discusses the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastTriple Trouble: 2nd Quarter Barrage Propels Cavs to 2-0 Series Lead
Fear the 'Fro breaks down a Game 2 win, in which the Cavaliers set records in the 2nd quarter with 11 triples, but nearly gave up their lead in the 4th…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastTy Time: Jerome slams the door on the Heat in Game 1 win
Fear the 'Fro dives into the first playoff win of the 2024-25 season, as Ty Jerome puts on a 4th quarter masterclass. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, recaps…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastDPOY: Men Lie, Women Lie... Draymond Lies Most (featuring "McNuggets" of UCSS)
Fear the 'Fro settles the debate once and for all about why Evan is the Defensive Player Of The Year. Mike Lucas ("McNuggets") from the Ultimate Cleveland…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe East Runs Through Cleveland (Cavs Beat Bulls To Clinch Top Seed)
The East runs through Cleveland! The Cavs take care of business against the Bulls, behind a massive effort from Darius Garland, and a three-point barrage. Bob…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastOne Win From The Clinch: Cavs Hold Off Spurs Rally
Fear the 'Fro recaps the Cavs victory over the San Antonio Spurs, as they are just 1 win away from clinching the East. Then we answer mailbags about Isaac…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastZu-miliated: 'Frobley Embarrases Zubac in Rematch (Cavs win #60)
The Cavs got vengeance Sunday against the LA Clippers, as Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley humiliated Ivica Zubac, and a massive third quarter was enough to…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastBack in the Win Column! Cavs break skid in Utah
That's more like it. The Cavs snap their worst stretch of the season, as they defeat the Utah Jazz, behind a great third quarter effort from 'Frobley. Bob…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastCavs vs. Clips: The Preview (with special guest, Adam Auslund)
The Cavs begin their West Coast road trip in Los Angeles, where they will take on the surging Clippers. Adam Auslund, pregame host of the Clippers Radio…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastPerfection Thwarted: De'Andre Hunter Has Tasted Loss
Fear the 'Fro is back at the worst possible time. The win streak is over, but Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down what went wrong, and then…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastComeback Cavs: Darius & 'Fro Lead Huge Comeback
Fear the 'Fro celebrates the Cavs comeback in Brooklyn, and the perceptible shift in pro-Cavs coverage as Cleveland tied their longest winning streak of the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastGet the Broom: Cavs win 14th Straight in Sweep of Bucks
Giannis and Dame played, again... and the Bucks lost, again. The Cavs complete the season sweep against Milwaukee as they ring up their 14th win in a row. Bob…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast'Fro, What A Night! (Allen Takes Over In 4th)
'Fro, what a night! It's a resume game for the namesake of the pod! Jarrett Allen dominates the second half of the fourth, with his fingerprints all over every…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast"F*ck Outta Here": Cavs Complete Epic Comeback In Boston
The Cavs-Celtics season series is over, and the Cavaliers completed a huge comeback to even it at 2 games a piece. Evan and Mitchell took over in the fourth…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe Longest Podcast Ever Recorded (with Danny Marang of the Jacked Ramsays)
Fear the 'Fro is back with perhaps the longest podcast ever recorded. Danny Marang of the Jacked Ramsays joins Bob Schmidt to talk about the Cavs, the Blazers…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastCavs vs. Magic: The Preview (with the Radio Voice of the Orlando Magic, Jake Chapman)
It's a Fear the 'Fro preview pod for a showdown with last year's first round playoff opponent... the Orlando Magic. Joining Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastA Ty Jerome Takeover (The Cavs Walk Over Memphis)
Fear the 'Fro is back to recap a showdown between the DPOY hopefuls (Jaren Jackson Jr. and Evan Mobley), which turned into a showcase of Ty Jerome in the 4th…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastOrange and Poo Skies, Baby!
Fear the 'Fro celebrates a big Cavs win over the Knicks, as they score 77 points in the first half, and the bigs can't be stopped. De'Andre Hunter continues…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastNae'Qwan Tomlin: From Pick Up To Pro (with Jerry Burns, his first collegiate coach)
Fear the 'Fro sits down with Jerry Burns, head coach of the Monroe Community College Tribunes to talk about the incredible origin story of the Cavaliers'…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastKings Of Canada: The Cavs Are 44-10 At The Break
Fear the 'Fro heads into the All-Star Break at the top of the league. Max, Sam, and Hunter shined in another big win, highlighted by a massive first quarter…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastChris Mannix Tried To Ruin The Cavs (And Also Trade Talk)
Fear the 'Fro is back to recap the trade deadline across the NBA, with last year's most popular guest... SI's Chris Mannix. He joins Bob to discuss the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastEMERGENCY TRADE REACT: De'Andre Hunter Joins The Cavs
Fear the 'Fro reacts to the Cavs going big on trade deadline day. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, breaks down the day, the impact on the future of the Cavs…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastTrade Mongers: Bob & McNuggets Fix The Cavs
Fear the 'Fro is back with the trade deadline approaching. This episode begins with the mailbag, but then Bob is joined by Mike Lucas (McNuggets) and they…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastNON-CAVS CONTENT: Conversation With A Laker Fan (with special guest, Eric Sklar)
Welcome inside the perspective of the worst fanbase in the NBA. Eric Sklar, takes his maiden voyage on the Fear the 'Fro podcast to discuss the Lakers…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastThe Return of Sammy Snipes! (and a Luxury Tax Math Lesson)
Fear the 'Fro is back after the biggest slaughter of the Cavs season. Sam Merrill found his form, to the tune of 27 points, as the Cavaliers capitalized on a…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastEMERGENCY POD: Luka to Lakers
EMERGENCY POD: Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, react to the blockbuster trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, and how insane last night was in the…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers Podcast25% of East All Stars Reside In Cleveland
Three All-Stars! Three wins in a row! Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio breaks down the drubbing of the Hawks and celebrates the announcement of the Eastern…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastBeat the Heat with the Heat Beat's Giancarlo Navas
Fear the 'Fro is back in the win column. 3-game losing streak, and the Bills defeat had Bob reeling, but nothing cures sorrow like a win against Detroit. Bob…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastMerchant of Elbows & Free Throw Chokery (Rockets Defeat Cavs)
The Cavaliers sold hard with the game on the line. Darius choked at the worst possible time. But we move forward nonetheless. Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio…
Fear the 'Fro: A Cleveland Cavaliers PodcastCam Johnson... Realistic Target? (Cavs Stomp Suns)
Dan Gilbert's team wins this round of the Ishbia grudge match. The Cavs rolled the Suns, as the guards dominated, and Jarrett Allen imposed his will on the…