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10/14/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Report Cards, NFL Top 10 Power Rankings Oct 14, 2026 5239 Topics include: report cards for the Bengals from the First Word crew, reaction to the NFL Top 10 power rankings, and much 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

10/13/26: Hours 3 and 4, Joe Goodberry and John Breech Interviews, Breaking News on Tanner Hudson Oct 13, 2026 5236 Topics include: interviews with Joe Goodberry (Locked On Bengals) and John Breech (CBS Sports Writer), as well as breaking news regarding Bengals tight end Tanner Hudson -------------------------------------------- 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.instag

10/13/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Stock, Real or Fake, NFL Power Rankings Oct 13, 2026 5216 Topics include: Bengals stock, real or fake, Give Me the Keys presented by the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family, NFL Power Rankings, true or false, 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/firstword

10/12/26: Hours 3 and 4, Takeaways from Bengals/Dolphins, Locker Room Sound, Overreactions Oct 12, 2026 5201 Topics include: takeaways from Bengals/Dolphins, locker room sound, overreactions on a victory Monday for 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 First Word LIVE on

10/12/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals beat Dolphins 31-24 Oct 12, 2026 5232 The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Miami Dolphins 31-24 on Sunday, October 11th. Full reaction, including thoughts, takeaways, 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

10/9/26: Hours 3 and 4, Mike Petraglia Interview, Over/Under, Keys to the Game (Bengals/Jags) and Predictions Oct 9, 2026 5200 Topics include: interview with Mike Petraglia of CLNS Cincy, over/unders, Keys to the Game presented by the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family, and predictions from the First Word crew for Bengals/Jaguars -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on

10/9/26: Hours 1 and 2, True or False, Bengals/Dolphins Preview Oct 9, 2026 5234 Topics include: preview of Sunday's Bengals/Dolphins matchup, a game of True or False, 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

10/8/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interviews with Dan Hoard and Brad Evans, Give Me the Keys Oct 9, 2026 5238 Topics include: interviews with Dan Hoard (Bengals) and Brad Evans (fantasy football), plus Give Me the Keys presented by the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family. -------------------------------------------- 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/firstw

10/8/26: Hours 1 and 2, Players vs. Scheme, Bengals Injury Report, Give Me the Keys Oct 8, 2026 5181 Topics include: discussing whether the Bengals' problems are more player or scheme focused, the Bengals' injury report, and "Give Me the Keys" presented by the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family -------------------------------------------- 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:

10/7/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interviews with Joe Goodberry and Ben Baby, Play of Amarius Mims, and Give Me the Keys Oct 7, 2026 5196 Topics include: interviews with Joe Goodberry (Locked On Bengals) and Ben Baby (ESPN Bengals Reporter) talking Bengals, plus the success of Amarius Mims this season, and Give Me the Keys presented by the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/Fi

10/7/26: Hours 1 and 2, CareSource Invitational Preview, NFL Power Rankings, and Contipelli's Countdown Oct 7, 2026 5200 Topics include: preview of Wednesday's CareSource Invitational, the men's college basketball exhibition doubleheader at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, with Paul Fritschner, the host of the Rebound Rundown, plus NFL power rankings, Contipelli's Countdown, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First

10/6/26: Hours 3 and 4, Jake Liscow Interview, Looking on the Bright Side, Oct 6, 2026 5188 Topics include: interview with Jake Liscow (Locked On Bengals) talking about injuries, tackling, and more, plus Contipelli's Countdown, and looking on the bright side -------------------------------------------- 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

10/6/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals' Identity, CFB Top 25, Real or Fake, Give Me the Keys Oct 6, 2026 5236 Topics include: the Bengals' identity, going through the college football top 25, real or fake, and Give Me the Keys, presented by the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family -------------------------------------------- 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.co

10/5/26: Hours 3 and 4, Top Takeaways from Bengals' Loss, Overreactions, Give Me the Keys Oct 5, 2026 5199 Topics: top takeaways from the Bengals' loss to the Jaguars, overreactions, Contipelli's Countdown, Give Me the Keys, 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 Wor

10/5/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Lose to Jaguars 22-17 Oct 5, 2026 5209 Topics include: reaction to the Cincinnati Bengals' 22-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday -------------------------------------------- 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://t

10/2/26: Hours 3 and 4, John Sheeran and Tony Wiggins Interviews, Bengals/Jags Predictions Oct 5, 2026 5194 Topics include: interviews with John Sheeran (Bengals) and Tony Wiggins (Jaguars), plus predictions 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: h

10/2/26: Hours 1 and 2, Keys to Bengals/Jaguars, Sound from Jags, Importance of Sunday Oct 2, 2026 5225 Topics include: keys for the Bengals on Sunday against the Jaguars, sound from the Jaguars' locker room, the importance of Sunday for 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://www.instagram.com/firstw

Interview: Paul Dehner Jr. Previews Bengals/Jaguars and Answers Roster Questions Oct 1, 2026 1765 The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. joins the First Word crew in-studio. He breaks down what went wrong for the Bengals against the Steelers, answers roster questions, and previews Bengals/Jaguars. -------------------------------------------- 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

10/1/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interview with Brad Evans, Bengals Week 4 O/U's, Dax Hill's New Role Oct 1, 2026 5213 Topics include: interview with fantasy football expert Brad Evans, over/unders for the Bengals in Week 4, Dax Hill's new role, and more ----------------------------------------------------------- Follow Jack on Twitter (X): https://x.com/TWLJack Follow The Working Lunch on Twitter (X): https://x.com/WorkingLunchCin

10/1/26: Hours 1 and 2, Mike Petraglia Interview, Ending the Burrow Narrative, Trade Opportunity Reaction Oct 1, 2026 5218 Topics include: in-studio interview with Mike Petraglia of CLNS Cincy talking Bengals, plus ending the Joe Burrow narrative, reaction to a trade opportunity, 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

9/30/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interviews with C. Trent Rosecrans and Paul Dehner Jr., Bengals Special Teams Blunder Sep 30, 2026 5212 Topics include: interview with C. Trent Rosecrans about the Reds' future, interview with Paul Dehner Jr. talking Bengals, plus reaction to T. J. Houshmandzadeh's comments about the Bengals' special teams blunders and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCinc

9/30/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Roster Moves, NFL Power Rankings, All-Pro Trajectory Sep 30, 2026 5108 Topics include: Bengals roster moves, NFL power rankings, All-Pro trajectory, 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.

9/29/26: Hours 3 and 4, Joe Goodberry Interview, Bengals Injury Updates, NFL Power Rankings Sep 29, 2026 5214 Topics include: interview with Joe Goodberry talking all things Bengals, plus injury updates, concern level, NFL 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/ Listen t

9/29/26: Hours 1 and 2, Joe Burrow Clutch Gene, CFB, Costly Bengals Mistakes, Mitch Tinsley Signed Sep 29, 2026 5202 Topics include: Joe Burrow's clutch gene, the Week 5 AP Poll in college football, costly mistakes the Bengals made on Sunday, Mitch Tinsley signed off the Texans' practice squad, 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:

9/28/26: Hours 3 and 4, John Breech Interview, Overreactions, Reasons for the Loss Sep 28, 2026 5198 Topics include: interview with John Breech (covering the NFL for CBS) breaking down the Bengals' loss to the Steelers, overreactions, biggest reason the Bengals lost, 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

9/28/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Lose to Steelers 30-27, Reds Season Ends Sep 28, 2026 5171 Topics include: what happened in the Cincinnati Bengals' 30-27 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, where the Bengals went wrong, who is to blame, plus the Cincinnati Reds' season ends with a loss -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Word

9/25/26: Hours 3 and 4, Interviews with Chris Carter (Steelers) and Gabi Sorrentino, Keys to Bengals Game Sep 25, 2026 5215 Topics include: interview with Chris Carter of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette previewing the Bengals/Steelers matchup, interview with FOX19's Gabi Sorrentino, James' keys to the Bengals game, Contipelli's Countdown, and more -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCinc

9/25/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals/Steelers, Reds in Peril, Bengals Linebacker Discussion Sep 25, 2026 5230 Topics include: Bengals/Steelers preview, Thursday's article outlining the problems with the Cincinnati Reds, discussion about the Bengals linebackers, a trade option for 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 Instag

9/24/26: Hours 3 and 4, Brad Evans and Jon Ledyard Interviews, Bengals Depth, Road Games Sep 24, 2026 5176 Topics include: interviews with Brad Evans (fantasy football) and Jon Ledyard (Bengals/Steelers preview), plus discussion on the Bengals depth, road games, 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.c

9/24/26: Hours 1 and 2, Mike Petraglia Interview, Vibe Around Steelers Game, NFL QB Rankings, Potential Trade Sep 24, 2026 5247 Topics include: in-studio interview with Mike Petraglia of CLNS Cincy talking Bengals, the vibe around the Bengals game against the Steelers, NFL QB rankings, and a potential trade the Bengals could make -------------------------------------------- Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy Follow First Wor

9/23/26: Hours 3 and 4, Joe Goodberry Interview, Cashius Howell Impact, Amarius Mims Position Switch Sep 23, 2026 5220 Topics include: interview with Joe Goodberry previewing Bengals/Steelers, the impact of Bengals' rookie Cashius Howell, should Amarius Mims switch positions, 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

9/23/26: Hours 1 and 2, Dexter Lawrence Trade Rewind, NFL Power Rankings, Concern for OBJ Sep 23, 2026 5211 Topics include: looking back at the Dexter Lawrence trade after the first two games, NFL power rankings, concern level for Orlando Brown Jr., 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/firstwordci

9/22/26: Hours 3 and 4, Reds Organization Accountability, Ja'Marr Chase's Performance, Confidence in UC Football Sep 22, 2026 5190 Topics include: accountability for the Reds organization after Barry Larkin's comments on Sunday's broadcast, Ja'Marr Chase's Performance, Confidence in UC football, 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.i

9/22/26: Hours 1 and 2, Sam Monson Interview, Joe Burrow's Performance Sep 22, 2026 5222 Topics include: interview with Sam Monson, NFL analyst, breaking down the Bengals, Joe Burrow's average performances so far, 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 Fi

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

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