“Shows like this are an oasis between the sports media industrial-complex and the "wild west" of podcasting.
I am tired of talking head blazer analysis, and the fan podcasts tend to leave the rails. So a show with one real "insider" and one independent web reporter is brilliant. It's like listening to friends who have first-hand information, and the time to think through it.
I enjoy how the hosts get to relax and just be themselves within the loose format. As a fan, the show is helpful in my own processing of the week, and in grasping how the latest games relate in the arc of a season.
The thoughts on non-sports topics add levity, and help bring the world of fandom back to earth. It's a nice way to round out the hour and get to know the hosts.
Now a question: Who do the blazers need to bump them up to the next level? Trade options are limited, sure; but even as a fantasy thought-experiment, I'm not finding the right one or two players to add. This team's make-up and chemistry are really hard to augment. Would love to hear others' thoughts...”Read full review »
tdaplus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/14
“This is the best podcast out here. It is so helpful getting a weekly feel for the team from people who are actually around the team all the time. I also really enjoy all the random tangents these guys go on. Keep up the great work!”
Dannyboy156 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/16
“Love this podcast! It is the perfect cure for Blazers fans craving an insider glimpse into the team throughout the season and especially this playoff run. One of the best things about the Rip City Report is Casey and Joe have excellent chemistry. Clearly they are long-time friends and colleagues,...”Read full review »
NateHPDX via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/16