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Reds hope, suspicion, and roster math.
The Riverfront: A Cincinnati Reds Show follows the Cincinnati Reds with the impatience of people who watch every inning. It moves from bullpen roles and arbitration worries to playoff gut punches, offseason hopes, Brewers comparisons, and Big Red Machine history.
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The Riverfront: A Cincinnati Reds Show is built for people who do not need to be convinced that the Cincinnati Reds matter. They already know. The show catches that familiar fan rhythm: excited about baseball being back, irritated by what gets admitted out loud, and always ready to turn a passing complaint into a roster argument. One episode may start with a joke about the wrong topic, then settle quickly into bullpen usage, Caleb Downs, Ashcraft, Pagan, and whether a reliever should keep going when the stuff is clearly working. Another sits with the sudden end of a playoff run and the strange cruelty of a long baseball season disappearing after two losses in Los Angeles. The tone is not detached. It remembers the gut punch. Offseason episodes give the same treatment to arbitration, injuries, roster depth, free-agent additions, and the uncomfortable question of what the Reds are actually trying to become. The panel can praise a move like Pierce Johnson while immediately measuring it against innings pressure, bullpen wear, and what last season exposed. It can look at the Brewers and see a small-market blueprint worth chasing. It can look at early win totals and turn 83 and a half into a whole conversation about the National League Central pecking order. History also has a real place here. Terrence Moore's appearance brings the Big Red Machine, Crosley Field, Riverfront Stadium, Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, and Tony Perez into the present-tense emotional life of the fan base. Late Night Reds adds a looser after-hours version, with Skylar Webker or Skylar Wepker and Ben Brown talking spring training, football frustration, hockey detours, and the relief of finally having Reds news again. The show is conversational by design. It repeats itself sometimes because fans repeat themselves when they are working through hope, worry, and evidence at the same time. That is part of the appeal. The Riverfront feels close to the team without sounding like the team wrote the notes.
Made for: For Cincinnati Reds fans who follow the standings, the bullpen, the offseason, and the old stories with equal attention. It especially fits listeners who like conversational local sports talk with real baseball substance underneath.
What sets it apart: The show keeps the fan-room texture intact while still getting into innings, arbitration, roster depth, and divisional models. It sounds local without becoming shallow.
The world's most dangerous podcast, hosted by Seth Shaner and a rotating cast of characters. The Riverfront is a deep dive into the daily trials and tribulations of the Cincinnati Reds, filled with witty banter and the occasional reference to Lisalverto Bonilla.
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Riverfront connects Reds roster mechanics, front-office choices, and game-level questions to the emotional temperature of Cincinnati fandom.
The Riverfront: A Cincinnati Reds Show turns roster moves and on-field decisions into informed Cincinnati conversation. Seth Shaner and a changing group of contributors work through the consequences behind the headlines, testing free-agent ambitions against payroll realities and…
Kyle Schwarber stays in Philadelphia; your Reds disappointment has somewhere to go.
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A Reds discussion that mixes bullpen stability, roster hope, and a hometown dream.
This episode keeps two ideas in play: Emilio Pagan on a below-market deal, and the more far fetched thought of Kyle Schwarber coming home. Pagan comes through as the steady bullpen piece, while Schwarber is framed as a bat for DH who could also bring some leadership.
A grounded Reds discussion about bullpen trust, hot hands, and early-season concern.
The episode stays on the Reds bullpen, where Seth Shainer and Marcus Hartman work through late-inning roles, long relief, and why a fireman approach can make more sense than a rigid inning chart.
A relaxed Reds hangout that moves from truck logistics to TV headaches and a fan reunion.
The segment treats fandom as something practical and lived-in: packed trucks headed to Goodyear, a young fan's reunion with a favorite player, and a careful look at the team's TV setup after the regional sports network change.
A loose, fan-first spring preview with Reds optimism and local chatter.
The episode starts in chain restaurants and customer service before drifting into Reds spring training talk. Its strongest stretch is the hosts' enthusiasm for Charlie Goldsmith's coverage, which they treat as useful context instead of filler, along with the candid aside about…
A loose Cincinnati Reds conversation that pairs roster talk with candid jokes and front-office critique.
Skylar Webb and Billy DeVore keep the focus on the Reds, moving from front-office criticism to trades, prospect value, and what readiness should look like as the new baseball season opens.
A candid Reds conversation that turns the Schwarber miss into a wider offseason discussion.
The episode stays fixed on the Reds' decision not to sign Kyle Schwarber and on how that miss keeps shaping the talk around the roster and the front office.
The host shares a personal story about encountering a nervous young woman at a hotel who needed cash to pay for pizza, leading to an awkward but resolved transaction using Venmo.
The podcast discusses the Cincinnati Reds' recent signing of left-handed reliever Caleb Ferguson to a one-year deal and ongoing trade rumors.
The hosts discuss holiday gifts and briefly mention Reggie Sanders' Hall of Fame induction in a casual, introductory segment of the podcast.
The hosts discuss a competing podcast and The Athletic's coverage, but the substantive segment on Reds trade rumors has not yet begun.
The hosts discuss offseason activities and upcoming roster decisions for the Cincinnati Reds amid various rumors and moves.
The podcast discusses the Cincinnati Reds' struggles with injuries and poor pitching performance during spring training, including high ERA and home runs allowed.
The podcast discusses the Cincinnati Reds' signing of Pierce Johnson in free agency, analyzing how it strengthens their pitching staff and bullpen, with comparisons to Tony Santana's performance last season.
The host interviews Terrence Moore about his background as a sports writer and his personal connection to the Cincinnati Reds' Big Red Machine era, including his childhood fandom and professional coverage starting in 1978.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' season, focusing on standout performances like Andrew Abbott's pitching and speculating about a potential trade of Hunter Greene in the offseason.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' lack of offseason moves, noting a generally quiet free agent market possibly due to looming lockouts.
The hosts discuss surprising roster decisions for the Cincinnati Reds, focusing on J.J.
The hosts discuss a Cincinnati Reds player's quad injury revealed in an interview and its impact on his performance.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' impressive offensive performance in spring training, highlighting contributions from key players and expressing optimism for the upcoming season.
The Cincinnati Reds signed outfielder J.J.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' lack of investment compared to the Bengals, using Joe Flacco and the Bengals' efforts as a contrast to highlight the Reds' struggles.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' playoff elimination, emphasizing the season's success and the development of young players as reasons for optimism.
The hosts celebrate the Cincinnati Reds winning their first series of the season against the Boston Celtics, discussing the team's positive early-season performance and the exciting atmosphere at the ballpark.
This segment discusses the Reds' trade involving Gavin Lux, analyzing its implications and the acquisition of lefty reliever Brock Burke.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' limited non-roster invites for spring training, noting it's unusual compared to previous years as the team seems stuck in a waiting period.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' failure to make improvements at the winter meetings, particularly their disappointment over not signing Kyle Schwarber.
The host introduces a special guest, Keith O'Brien, to discuss his new book about Larry Bird, contrasting it with previous works on Bird and Magic Johnson.
The hosts discuss Miami Red Hawks basketball, including scheduling challenges, concerns about an upcoming game against Ohio Bobcats, and opinions on the MAAC conference and coaching changes at Xavier.
The hosts discuss the return of baseball with spring training for the Cincinnati Reds and celebrate the U.S.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' spring training activities in Arizona and the MLB-approved ownership change from Bob to Phil Castellini, noting Phil's lack of public presence.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' recent trade involving Gavin Lux and Brock Burke, analyzing its impact on the bullpen and overall team improvement compared to last season.
The episode features Chad Dotson returning to discuss the Cincinnati Reds, including recent news about the team adding outfielders like J.J.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds signing pitcher Emilio Pagan to a two-year, $20 million contract, speculating on his motivations and career timing.
The hosts discuss their favorite Cincinnati Reds players and memories, transitioning from casual conversation about sports losses and uniforms to the main baseball topic.
The hosts discuss the Bengals' defensive struggles and then shift to breaking news about Antonio Brown being arrested in Dubai on an attempted murder charge and extradited to the U.S.
The Cincinnati Reds have clinched a spot in the MLB postseason for the first time in 12 years, with the hosts discussing their dramatic season finish involving wins in Milwaukee and losses in Pittsburgh, aided by the Mets' collapse.
The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Reds' disappointing playoff elimination after losing two games to the Los Angeles Dodgers, reflecting on the abrupt end to their season and pitching struggles.
The hosts introduce the show and discuss the Cincinnati Reds' bullpen strength and ongoing TV deal issues with FanDuel Sports and cable providers.
The hosts discuss Ohio University's tight end pipeline to Ohio State and other topics, including a local athletic director's insights on player transfers and an upcoming show about Ohio State and Notre Dame.
The hosts discuss a betting service's over-under win total predictions for the 2026 MLB season, focusing on the Cincinnati Reds' placement in the National League Central.
The hosts discuss first world problems in the suburbs and country, including swim team logistics and winter weather in West Virginia, as part of a show about the Cincinnati Reds roster.
The podcast discusses the Cincinnati Reds' offseason moves, including Josh Naylor signing with the Mariners and TJ Antone returning to the Reds on a minor league deal after his third Tommy John surgery.
The hosts discuss the Milwaukee Brewers as a model franchise for the Cincinnati Reds, emphasizing how smaller-market teams can succeed with good on-field performance and fan support.
The hosts discuss whether the Cincinnati Reds should make Matt McLean their permanent number two hitter based on his spring training performance and comments from Terry Francona.
Host Skylar Wepker and guest Billy DeVore from The New Nasty Boys podcast analyze the Cincinnati Reds' offseason moves and roster outlook as players report for spring training.
The hosts analyze the Cincinnati Reds' upcoming season, expressing optimism about their deep starting rotation and improved roster construction while voicing concerns about middle infield and catching depth.
Seth Shainer and Marcus Hartman analyze the Cincinnati Reds' first week of the season at 3-3, discussing standout performances like Sal Stewart's hot start, concerns about TJ Friedel's defense, bullpen roles, player contract extensions, and the leaked City Connect uniforms.
Host and longtime sports writer Marcus Hartman analyze the Cincinnati Reds' failure to sign hometown free agent Kyle Schwarber, using it as a springboard to critique the team's ownership, financial strategy, and roster-building philosophy.
The hosts of The Riverfront Reds Show analyze the Cincinnati Reds' recent re-signing of slugger Eugenio Suarez, discussing how his 49-home-run power protects young star Elly De La Cruz, provides clubhouse leadership, and represents excellent value at $15 million.
The hosts break down the Cincinnati Reds' recent re-signing of reliever Emilio Pagan and analyze the intense rumors linking top free agent slugger Kyle Schwarber to his hometown team.
Hosts Skyler Webker and Ben Brown react to the Cincinnati Reds signing Eugenio Suárez to a one-year, $15 million deal with a mutual option and no buyout.
The Riverfront marks the Reds' offseason after a seven-game World Series that included an 18-inning contest between the Dodgers and Blue Jays.
Seth Shainer and Skylar Webker assess Nick Krall's confirmation that Ellie De La Cruz had a partially torn quad for about half the season.
Late Night Reds recaps Cincinnati's 3-0 Opening Day loss to the Boston Red Sox at Great American Ball Park.
Seth Shainer and Pokey Reese examine the Reds’ playoff chase, with Cincinnati holding tiebreakers over the Mets and Diamondbacks before a Milwaukee series.