The Next Level

The Next Level with Emmett, Jerod, Jordan and Bridget are your friends on the radio. Join them weekday afternoons from 3-5pm for fun, smiles, laughs and an escape from your work day.

Episodes


The Next Level - 5.15.20

May 15, 2020 6 p.m.

It's a "Fair or Foul" Friday on The Next Level with the guys talking about Baker Mayfield holding a workout in Texas for some of his teammates and if they were shocked Odell Beckham and Jarvis Landry weren't there. The Refresh talks about the Browns adding to their front office and James Harrison's latest comments. They guys talk about 2 NFL players being arrested on gun charges after robbing people at a party. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about Jedrick Wills switch to left tackle and the Browns interest in Jason Peters.

The Next Level - 5.14.20

May 14, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level plays a clip from Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Blake Snell saying he won't play this season unless he gets his full salary. They talk about if it's fair or foul for him to say that and if they expect baseball to return. They also hear from Browns offensive line coach Bill Callahan on Jedrick Wills switching to left tackle. The Refresh brings up a get together Baker Mayfield is hosting and hears from Buster Olney on RBS. They also talk about returning to the gym and the "5 at 5".

The Next Level - 5.13.20

May 13, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level kick off One Word Wednesday talking about the KNR Goat Bracket and the matchups with Emmett and Matt going today. They also talk about the MLB running into some issues on returning to play. The Refresh talks about ESPN's rankings of the top NBA players in history and a change to the basketballs they use. Betsy P stops by for "The Hit List" to talk about her matchup vs. Bridget Linton, Elon Musk's weird baby name and a Tristan Thompson/Khloe Kardashian rumor. The "5 at 5" goes through the guys favorite books before running through some Browns over/unders.

The Next Level - 5.12.20

May 12, 2020 6 p.m.

In honor of The Last Dance, The Next Level asks for the names for the documentaries that would be Cleveland themed. They also talk about the Browns reported interest in Jason Peters. The Refresh hears from Browns coach Kevin Stefanski and talks about the return of the NBA and MLB. Former ESPN Cleveland teammate Danny Cunningham joins to talk about the KNR Goat Bracket. The "5 at 5" goes over the guys favorite albums before they hear from a listener who really wants the stock numbers. "Grind my Gears" wraps up the show.

The Next Level - 5.11.20

May 11, 2020 6 p.m.

The guys give their reaction to the latest episodes of "The Last Dance" With Emmett making the case that Michael Jordan wasn't a good teammate. Matt and Jerod disagree with them asking the listeners if they would like to play alongside MJ. They also talk about the documentary so far. The Refresh gets into the latest NFL Jersey sales and MLB trying to restart. "Reason or Excuse" is all Last Dance with sound from MJ and Steve Kerr. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about a crazy trade rumor and his thoughts on the best leader the Browns have had.

The Next Level - 5.8.20

May 8, 2020 6 p.m.

It's a "Fair or Foul" Friday on The Next Level with the guys asking if it's fair or foul they have a short week going between weeks 1 and 2 with the Thursday Night Game vs. Cincinnati. They also talk about the Browns schedule and the lack of primetime games. It's also time for the "Schedule Game" with Emmett, Jerod and Matt giving their record prediction. The Refresh goes over the NFL schedule and an NBA update. They get into a debate about wearing masks during the pandemic. Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about the schedule and the Browns offensive line.

The Next Level - 5.7.20

May 7, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level gets ready for the NFL Schedule release by asking everyone what game they want the Browns to kick the season off with. They also talk about the Browns starting off strong. The Refresh talks about a report about the Browns schedule and the Earl Thomas situation. Zack Meisel from The Athletic joins to talk about his new book about the 1995 Indians. The guys also talk about the KNR GOAT bracket and their seedings before the "5 at 5" talks about their favorite beers. Hour 3 includes some space talk and "Kinda Trippin".

The Next Level - 5.6.20

May 6, 2020 6 p.m.

It's a "One Word Wednesday" on The Next Level and the guys ask the one position that concerns Browns fans heading into the 2020 season. Emmett reads an article that he disagrees with about the position of need. They also talk about Colin Cowherd taking a shot at Odell Beckham. The Refresh hears from Cavs coach JB Bickerstaff about the potential return of basketball and the Cavs opening the facility. Betsy P stops by for "The Hit List" to talk about getting rats out of her house and Nicolas Cage as Joe Exotic. The "5 at 5" goes over the guys favorite rappers. Tony Grossi joins to talk about the Browns schedule release.

The Next Level - 5.5.20

May 5, 2020 6 p.m.

The guys run through some odds on the NFL Comeback Player of the Year with Baker Mayfield having long odds. The Next Level asks who on the Browns has the best chance to be a comeback player, Baker, Odell or Myles. They also talk about a possible contract extension for Myles in The Refresh. "Grind My Gears" talks about some of the issues with covid-19 and draft grades. The "5 at 5" goes through the best movie characters before revisiting one of LeBron's best shots in Cleveland.

The Next Level - 5.4.20

May 4, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level kicks off the week by talking about the NFL releasing their schedules and if they are excited to see the Browns schedule. They also get into a debate about the NCAA trying to get football in this fall and if schools could play without the school being open. The Refresh runs through the ESPN NFL power rankings, the Cavs ticket refund options and "May the 4th be With you". Reason or Excuse hears from Michael Jordan on his gambling and Carson Wentz. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about Nick Chubb and Tony's positional rankings.