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9/21/26: Hours 3 and 4, Reaction from Bengals Win, Locker Room Sound, Overreactions, Sep 21, 2026 5226 Topics include: reaction from the Bengals' 20-6 win over the Houston Texans, sound from the postgame locker room, overreactions, defense, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/

9/21/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Beat Texans and Move to 2-0 Sep 21, 2026 5200 Topics include: Cincinnati Bengals beat the Houston Texans 20-6 on Sunday to move to 2-0 on the season, postgame reaction, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to Fir

INTERVIEW: Jay Morrison (SI BengalsTalk) Previews Bengals/Texans Sep 18, 2026 1103 Jay Morrison, Bengals beat writer for SI BengalsTalk, joins First Word in-studio to preview Sunday's game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Houston Texans. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/f

9/18/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals/Texans Predictions, Interviews with Jay Morrison and Russ Heltman Sep 18, 2026 5208 Topics include: predictions from the First Word crew for Sunday's Bengals/Texans matchup, interview with Jay Morrison previewing Bengals/Texans, interview with Russ Heltman previewing Cincinnati/Miami in the final Battle for the Victory Bell, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitte

9/18/26: Hours 1 and 2, Joe Burrow Injury, Concerns for Sunday, Texans Scouting Report Sep 18, 2026 5211 Topics include: Joe Burrow injury update, concerns for Sunday, Texans scouting report, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecro

9/17/26: Hours 3 and 4, Brad Evans Interview, Burrow Presser Takeaways, Bengals Locker Room Sep 17, 2026 5218 Topics include: interview with Brad Evans (fantasy football expert) talks Week 2 storylines, Joe Burrow press conference takeaways, Bengals locker room reaction, Reds/Dodgers preview, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instag

9/17/26: Hours 1 and 2, Joe Burrow Injury Concern, Texans' Offense, Elly De La Cruz Discussion Sep 17, 2026 5205 Topics include: Joe Burrow injury concern after he was limited in Wednesday's practice, the power of the Texans' offense, the season Elly De La Cruz is having, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagr

9/16/26: Hours 3 and 4, Joe Goodberry Interview, Thoughts on the Bengals Defense Sep 16, 2026 5215 Topics include: interview with Joe Goodberry previewing the Bengals/Texas matchup, Contipelli's Countdown, thoughts on the Bengals defense, the opportunity in front of Amarius Mims, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagra

9/16/26: Hours 1 and 2, Mike Renner Interview, Opportunity for Amarius Mims, NFL Power Rankings Sep 16, 2026 5210 Topics include: Mike Renner (CBS Sports NFL Draft Analyst) joins in studio to recap the Bengals and Bucs, the opportunity for Amarius Mims down in Houston, NFL power rankings, O-Line discussion, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Wor

9/15/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interview with Charlie Goldsmith, Elly De La Cruz Discussion, Worst Word Sep 15, 2026 5196 Topics include: Charlie Goldsmith joins the show to give his thoughts on the Bengals after their Week 1 win over the Buccaneers, a discussion about Elly De La Cruz, Worst Word, and more --------------------- Leave a voicemail to be played on the show! Dial 330-REBOUND (330-732-6863) Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheReboundRundown Follow Paul on Twitter: https://x.com/PaulFritschne

9/15/26: Hours 1 and 2, Richard Skinner Interview, Burrow's Evolution, Running Back Blueprint Sep 15, 2026 5196 Topics include: Richard Skinner (Skinny Podcast) joins the show to recap the Bengals' win over the Bucs, evolution of Joe Burrow, running back blueprint, and more Bengals discussion -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https:

9/14/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals Win Recap, Nick Krall Set to Return, Locker Room Reaction Sep 14, 2026 5182 Topics include: Bengals start their season with a win, Reds set to bring back president of baseball operations Nick Krall in 2027, locker room reaction from the Bengals, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://w

9/14/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Win Season Opener, Grades for Bengals Performance, AFC North Roundup Sep 14, 2026 5459 Topics include: Bengals beat the Buccaneers 33-27 in their season opener on Sunday, the First Word crew gives out grades for the Bengals, a roundup of the AFC North results, and plenty more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram

9/11/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interviews with Ari Meirov and Jeremy Rauch, College Football Preview, and Bengals Preview Sep 11, 2026 5124 Topics include: interviews with Ari Meirov (NFL Insider) and Jeremy Rauch (Fox19) talking Bengals ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Buccaneers, plus Contipelli's Countdown, a college football preview, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy

9/11/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Awards Predictions, Tim May (Ohio State) Interview, DJ Turner Health Sep 11, 2026 5225 Topics include: Bengals awards predictions from the First Word crew, interview with Tim May (veteran Ohio State insider) previewing Ohio State/Texas, DJ Turner surprise injury update, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instag

INTERVIEW: Kevin Kugler (Fox Sports Broadcaster) Previews Bucs/Bengals Sep 10, 2026 951 Kevin Kugler, who will have the play-by-play for Sunday's opener between the Bucaneers and the Bengals, joins First Word to preview the game. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ List

INTERVIEW: Jon Ledyard (Buccaneers Reporter) Previews Bengals/Bucs Sep 10, 2026 940 Jon Ledyard, reporter for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, joins First Word to preview Sunday's season opener between the Bucs and the Bengals. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to

9/10/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interviews with Kevin Kugler, Mike Petraglia, and Brad Evans, Plus Zac Taylor Comments Sep 10, 2026 5203 Topics include: Kevin Kugler (Fox broadcaster), who has the play-by-play of Sunday's Bengals/Bucs game, joins to preview the game, Mike Petraglia (CLNS Media) joins to talk Bengals, and Brad Evans joins to offer fantasy football advice and more. Plus, comments from Zac Taylor -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Fo

9/10/26: Hours 1 and 2, Jon Ledyard Interview (Bengals/Bucs Preview), James Schedule Prediction, Sep 10, 2026 5213 Topics include: Jon Ledyard (NFL analyst) joins to preview the Bengals/Bucs, James shares his Bengals schedule prediction, the Ringer's QB room rankings, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com

INTERVIEW: Jeremy Fowler, ESPN Senior NFL Reporter, on Bengals Expectations Sep 9, 2026 1027 Jeremy Fowler, Senior NFL Reporter for ESPN, joins First Word to discuss expectations for the Cincinnati Bengals, whether Joe Burrow will win the MVP, Zac Taylor, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.inst

INTERVIEW: John Breech, CBS Sports Writer, Gives Bengals Predictions Sep 9, 2026 901 John Breech, a CBS Sports writer, joins First Word to share his thoughts on the upcoming season for the Cincinnati Bengals, including Chase Brown, Zac Taylor, the AFC North, and DJ Turner. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram:

9/9/26: Hours 3 and 4, Paul Dehner Jr., Jeremy Fowler, and John Breech Interviews, and Cincinnati Wednesday Night Preview Sep 9, 2026 5184 Topics include: interviews with Paul Dehner Jr. (The Athletic), Jeremy Fowler (ESPN), and John Breech (CBS Sports), all talking Bengals and the NFL picture Plus, a quick preview of Wednesday night's Reds game and FC Cincinnati match -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/Fi

9/9/26: Hours 1 and 2, Joe Burrow's Quotes, Elly De La Cruz Impresses, Bengals Schedule Prediction Sep 9, 2026 5232 Topics include: reaction to Joe Burrow's quotes about playing for the Bengals, Elly De La Cruz had another stellar game, Marisa gives her schedule prediction, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagra

9/8/26: Hours 3 and 4, Trevor Sikkema Interview (Bengals Preview), Joey Votto Future Sep 8, 2026 5217 Topics include: Trevor Sikkema (NFL Host/Analyst) previews the Bengals, thoughts on the future of Joey Votto in the Reds organization, plus NFL season X factors -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/f

9/8/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Select Captains, Reds Potential Sale, Predicting Bengals Schedule Sep 8, 2026 5225 Topics include: the Bengals announced their 2026 captains over the weekend, potential sale of the Cincinnati Reds, Jacob predicts the Bengals schedule, and NFL Hall of Fame committee changes -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagra

9/4/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals Projections, Bearcats Football Preview with Russ Heltman Sep 4, 2026 5204 Topics include: projecting Ja'Marr Chase's season totals, Cincinnati Bearcats football preview with Russ Heltman of BearcatsTalk.com, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Lis

9/4/26: Hours 1 and 2, Miles Robinson Interview, Bengals TE Discussion, Headlines Sep 4, 2026 5227 Topics include: interview with FC Cincinnati's Miles Robinson, discussion around Erick All Jr., and headlines you may have missed -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First

9/3/26: Hours 3 and 4, Brad Evans Interview, NL Rookie of the Year Discussion Sep 3, 2026 5208 Topics include: interview with Brad Evans ahead of the start of the NFL season, NFL Rookie of the Year discussion, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word L

9/3/26: Hours 1 and 2, Robert Weintraub Interview (Cincinnati Magazine), Steve Helwagen Interview (Ohio State), Bengals Contracts, Sep 3, 2026 2570 Topics include: interview with Robert Weintraub of Cincinnati Magazine talking Bengals, interview with Steve Helwagen previewing the Ohio State football season, Bengals contract extension discussion, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow Firs

9/2/26: Hours 3 and 4, Brooks Austin Interview (College Football Preview), Bengals Offense, Sep 2, 2026 5173 Topics include: Brooks Austin (football film analyst) joins First Word to preview the college football season, a Bengals offense discussion, Elly De La Cruz injury situation, Reds/Padres preview, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Wo

9/2/26: Hours 1 and 2, Reds Beat Padres, ESPN Top 100, Zac Taylor Job Security Sep 2, 2026 5244 Topics include: Reds beat Padres, ESPN Top 100, Zac Taylor's job security after this season, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://

INTERVIEW: Dan Hoard Previews Bearcats Season and Bengals Roster Breakdown Sep 1, 2026 1942 Dan Hoard, the voice of the Cincinnati Bengals and Bearcats, joins the show in-studio to preview the Bearcats football season and share his thoughts on the Bengals roster as the first game of the season approaches. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follo

9/1/26: Hours 3 and 4, Part 2 of Dan Hoard Interview, ESPN NFL Power Rankings Sep 1, 2026 5179 Topics include: part two of the interview with Dan Hoard (voice of the Bengals and Bearcats), plus a discussion on ESPN's NFL power rankings, a feature on UC's practice facility, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram:

9/1/26: Hours 1 and 2, Part 1 of Dan Hoard Interview, Reds Lose, Bengals Roster Opinion Sep 1, 2026 5491 Topics include: Reds lose series opener to Padres, James gives a QB roster take, plus part one of an in-studio interview with the voice of the Bengals and Bearcats Dan Hoard -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.in

INTERVIEW: Richard Skinner Previews Bengals and Kentucky Football Aug 31, 2026 1086 Richard Skinner, former columnist/editor at Local 12, joins First Word to preview the Cincinnati Bengals as well as the Kentucky Wildcats football season. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwo

8/31/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals Final Roster Discussion, Reds Monster Night at Wrigley Aug 31, 2026 5157 Topics include: Bengals final roster discussion, Reds swing for the fences in Chicago, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecro

8/31/26: Hours 1 and 2, Richard Skinner Interview (UK/Bengals), 53-Man Roster Review, Reds Win Aug 31, 2026 5508 Topics include: Richard Skinner joins to preview Kentucky football and discuss the Bengals, thoughts on the Bengals' 53-man roster, Reds beat the Cubs on Sunday at Wrigley Field -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://ww

INTERVIEW: Jason Fitz (Yahoo Sports) on the Bengals, Dexter, AFC North, and Maxx Crosby Aug 28, 2026 638 Jason Fitz of Yahoo Sports joins First Word to discuss the Bengals, Dexter Lawrence, the AFC North, and the Maxx Crosby saga -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word

8/28/26: Hours 3 and 4, Mike Odom Interview, Reds/Cubs Preview, Bengals Preseason Finale Thoughts Aug 28, 2026 5174 Topics include: Mike Odom (new Northern Kentucky AD) joins the show in-studio, Reds/Cubs series preview, Bengals preseason finale thoughts, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcinc

8/28/26: Hours 1 and 2, Jason Fitz Interview, Bengals Preseason Finale Aug 28, 2026 5226 Topics include: interview with Jason Fitz (Yahoo Sports daily host) talking Bengals and NFL headlines, Bengals preseason finale discussion, Bengals biggest remaining needs, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https:

8/27/26: Hours 3 and 4, Brad Evans Interview (Fantasy Football), Bengals Roster Moves Aug 27, 2026 5191 Topics include: Brad Evans interview on fantasy football, Contipelli's Countdown, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.mi

8/27/26: Hours 1 and 2, James' Bengals Roster Prediction, Reds Historic Rally Plus Roster Moves Aug 27, 2026 5242 Topics include: Reds historic rally against the Giants on Wednesday, Reds roster moves, James' Bengals roster predictions, reaction to Marvin Lewis' comments, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagra

8/26/26: Hours 3 and 4, Avoiding Disaster on Chase's Injury, Bengals Thoughts Aug 26, 2026 5223 Topics include: Contipelli's Countdown, avoiding disaster on Ja'Marr Chase's injury, and more Bengals thoughts -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr:

8/26/26: Hours 1 and 2, Jon Ledyard Interview, Ja'Marr Chase Injury, Reds Lose to Giants, Bengals Roster Aug 26, 2026 5225 Topics include: interview with Jon Ledyard (NFL analyst), Ja'Marr Chase's injury scare on Tuesday, Reds lose to Giants, Jacob's final Bengals roster prediction -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fi

8/25/26: Hours 3 and 4, Headlines from Bengals Camp, Reds/Giants Preview Aug 25, 2026 5200 Topics include: James makes his suggestion for two players the Bengals should sign, headlines from Bengals camp, Reds/Giants preview, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Lis

8/25/26: Hours 1 and 2, Reds Shut Out, Marisa's Final Roster Aug 25, 2026 5228 Topics include: Reds shut out in Arizona, Marisa's final 53-man roster, and plenty more from around the area -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: h

8/24/26: Hours 3 and 4, Mike Watts Interview, Preseason Game 2 Winners Aug 24, 2026 5203 Topics include: Bengals preseason TV play-by-play voice Mike Watts joins to share his thoughts on how the preseason has gone, preseason game two winners, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com

8/24/26: Hours 1 and 2, Preseason Game 2 Takeaways, Reds Recap Aug 24, 2026 5220 Topics: Bengals win their second preseason game, JJ Bleday hits for the cycle, Reds recap, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://th

8/21/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals/Bears Preseason Game Discussion Aug 21, 2026 5137 Topics include: Contipelli's Countdown, Bengals/Bears preseason game expectations, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.m

8/21/26: Hours 1 and 2, Joe Goodberry Interview, Joint Practice Winners, Bengals/Bears Preview Aug 21, 2026 5242 Topics include: Joe Goodberry (Bengals on the Brain) joins for an interview, Bengals/Bears preseason game preview, Noelvi Marte sent down again, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwor

8/20/26: Hours 3 and 4, James Rapien Interview from Joint Practice, Bengals Buy or Sell Aug 20, 2026 5196 Topics include: James Rapien interview live from Bengals/Bears joint practice, Bengals buy or sell debates, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on

8/20/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals/Bears Joint Practice Preview, NL ROY, Reds Win Aug 20, 2026 5455 Topics include: setting the expectations for the Bengals/Bears joint practice happening on Thursday, an NL Rookie of the Year conversation, and thoughts on the Reds win over the Cardinals -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram:

8/19/26: Hours 3 and 4, Richard Pitino Interview, Bengals Training Camp Thoughts, NFL Top 100 Snub Aug 19, 2026 5194 Topics include: Xavier men's basketball head coach Richard Pitino joins the show for an in-studio interview, thoughts on Bengals training camp, an NFL Top 100 snub, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.in

8/19/26: Hours 1 and 2, Joey Votto for GM? Plus Bengals/Bears Discussion and Reds Moves Aug 19, 2026 5209 Topics include: Bengals approach to the Bears this week, Joey Votto for Reds GM, and Reds moves -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecro

8/18/26: Hours 3 and 4, Roger David (Gold Star CEO), Should Reds Shut Down Chase Burns, ESPN Power Rankings Aug 18, 2026 5164 Topics include: in-studio interview with Roger David, the CEO of Gold Star, should the Reds shut down Chase Burns, ESPN's power rankings, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/

8/18/26: Hours 1 and 2, Reds Split Doubleheader, Mike Petraglia Interview Aug 18, 2026 5222 Topics include: Reds split doubleheader on first day of series with Cardinals, Mike Petraglia of CLNS Cincy joins the show in-studio, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Lis

8/17/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals Biggest Need, Reds/Cardinals Preview Aug 17, 2026 5213 Topics include: Bengals biggest needs, PFF rankings, Reds/Cardinals series preview -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.mixlr.com/

8/17/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals WR Room, Reds Lose Series Aug 17, 2026 5217 Topics include: Bengals wide receiver room, Bengals biggest concerns, Reds lose series to Marlins, Reds injury updates -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE o

8/14/26: Hours 3 and 4, Joe Burrow's Performance, Cincinnati Open Preview, Aug 14, 2026 5208 Topics include: Bengals exhibition game takeaways, Cincinnati Open betting angles, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.m

8/14/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Preseason Opener, Reds Win Aug 14, 2026 5200 Topics include: Bengals win their preseason opener and a lot more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.mixlr.com/ Follow First Wor

8/13/26: Hours 3 and 4, Travis Steele Interview, Players to Watch in Preseason Opener Aug 13, 2026 5229 Topics include: in-studio interview with Miami Redhawks head men's basketball coach Travis Steele, players to watch in the Bengals preseason opener, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firs

8/13/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Preseason Opener, O-Line Confidence, Reds Lose Aug 13, 2026 5202 Topics include: Bengals open their preseason slate against the Detroit Lions, confidence in the Bengals O-Line, and the Reds loss to the White Sox on Wednesday -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fi

8/12/26: Hours 3 and 4, Rapien's Best Bengals, Contipelli's Countdown, Reds Preview Aug 12, 2026 5235 Topics include: Rapien's Best Bengals of the 2026 season, Contipelli's Countdown, Reds/White Sox preview, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mi

8/12/26: Hours 1 and 2, Reds Win in Extras, Joe Burrow Career Length Aug 12, 2026 5217 Topics include: Reds beat the White Sox in extra innings, how long could Joe Burrow's career last, and a handful of other Reds topics -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to Fi

8/11/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals Starters in Preseason, Should Bengals Consider Terrion Arnold Aug 11, 2026 5207 Topics include: Contipelli's Countdown, should the Bengals play their starters in the preseason, should the Bengals consider signing Terrion Arnold, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firs

8/11/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Starters on Thursday and Roster Discussion Aug 11, 2026 5203 Topics include: who the Bengals will start in the first preseason exhibition on Thursday, Bengals roster discussion, how much Dexter Lawrence has impacted the team, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.in

8/10/26: Hours 3 and 4, Reds Updates, Tight End Rankings, and Contipelli's Countdown Aug 10, 2026 5201 Topics include: Contipelli's Countdown, tight end rankings, and where the Reds stand now amidst injuries and the series sweep at the hands of the Nationals over the weekend -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.ins

8/10/26: Hours 1 and 2, Mike Renner Interview, Bengals Training Camp, Reds Swept Aug 10, 2026 5211 Topics include: CBS Sports NFL Draft Analyst Mike Renner joins the show in-studio for an interview, Reds were reverse swept by the Washington Nationals, Bengals training camp updates -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https

8/7/26: Contipelli's Countdown, Reds/Nationals Preview, and Bengals ICYMI Aug 7, 2026 5332 Topics include: Contipelli's Countdown, preview of the Reds/Nationals series, and cleaning up some Bengals discussion -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on

8/7/26: Pete Holtermann Interview Previewing Cincinnati Open, Reds Sweep, Bengals Thoughts Aug 7, 2026 5298 Topics include: Pete Holtermann, President of Holter Media, previews the Cincinnati Open, Reds sweep the Athletics, and Bengals thoughts -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to

8/6/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bob Moran Interview, Bengals Training Camp, Reds Discussion Aug 6, 2026 5211 Topics include: interview with Bob Moran, the Director of the Cincinnati Open, plus thoughts on Bengals training camp, Sal Stewart Rookie of the Year, and Hunter Greene to the IL -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://w

8/6/26: Hours 1 and 2, Paul Dehner Jr. Interview, Hunter Greene to IL, Reds Win Another Series Aug 6, 2026 5194 Topics include: The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. joins the First Word crew in-studio, Hunter Greene heads to IL with another elbow injury, Reds win series against Athletics, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https:/

8/5/26: Hours 3 and 4, Ben Baby Interview, Reds/Athletics Preview Aug 5, 2026 5230 Topics include: in-studio interview with ESPN Bengals reporter Ben Baby, Reds/Athletics preview, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: http

8/5/26: Hours 1 and 2, Reds Beat Athletics, Bengals Training Camp Reactions Aug 5, 2026 5201 Topics include: Reds beat the Athletics in the series opener on Tuesday night at GABP, Bengals training camp reaction, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Wo

8/4/26 - Hours 3 and 4, Training Camp Takeaways, NFL Top 100 Lists, Reds & FCC Preview Aug 4, 2026 5048 Observations from the Bengals' first day of full pads at training camps. Analyzing the NFL Top 100 list. Plus, previews of the upcoming Reds and FC Cincinnati contests. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagr

Bengals Training Camp Reaction with Mike Petraglia Aug 4, 2026 915 Mike "Trags" Petraglia of CLNS Cincy joins First Word to discuss how the Bengals have looked so far in training camp. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on

8/3/26 - Hours 3 and 4, Rapien's Top 10 Bengals, Seeing Red at the Deadline? Aug 3, 2026 7123 Rapien's Top 10 Bengals. The desk's keys to a successful Reds trade deadline. Watching the Reds at the deadline. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixl

8/3/26 - Hours 1 and 2, Reds Trade Deadline & Eyes on Bengals Training Camp Aug 3, 2026 7013 It's deadline day in MLB. The Bengals put the pads on. FC Cincinnati earn thrilling win. -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.mix

7/31/26: Hours 3 and 4, Joe Danneman Interview, Reds/Pirates Jul 31, 2026 5173 Topics include: FOX19 Sports Director Joe Danneman joins for an in-studio interview, Reds/Pirates discussion, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE o

7/31/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Training Camp Day 2, Reds Win Jul 31, 2026 5280 Topics include: Bengals training camp discussion, Reds walk-off Pirates, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/ Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.mixlr.com/

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