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 - 6.17.20

June 17, 2020 7:04 p.m.

It's a "One Word Wednesday" on The Next Level where the guys talk about Fathers Day. They also get into the latest news with Major League Baseball and a potential deal. The Refresh hears from Browns WR coach Chad O'Shea and talks about Kevin Love winning an award. Betsy P stops by for The Hit List to talk about weird piercings. The 5 at 5 goes over the best bar foods and Kyrie Irving upset a former NBA player.

The Next Level - 6.16.20

June 16, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level talk's about the state of Major League Baseball by asking everyone to rank their fandom when it comes to the major sports. They also talk with Buster Olney from ESPN about the owners possibly giving in and what this all means for Francisco Lindor. The Refresh talks about the Pro Bowl heading to Las Vegas and Tupac's birthday. Grind my Gears talks about an issue Jerod is having with instagram. The 5 at 5 goes over the guys favorite actresses before they revisit a topic about Tristan Thompson getting his number retired.

The Next Level - 6.15.20

June 15, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level kicks off the show by talking about Browns QB Baker Mayfield saying he would kneel with his teammates during the National Anthem in the upcoming football season. They talk about what that means and how much respect they have for Baker. The Refresh talks about the Browns reported offer to Jadeveon Clowney and some notes from College Football. The guys talk about Kyrie Irving's thoughts on the NBA return before "Reason or Excuse" hears from Collin Sexton. Bad news for baseball as their commissioner feels like the season won't happen. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about Baker and the Browns.

The Next Level - 6.12.20

June 12, 2020 6 p.m.

It's a Fair or Foul Friday on The Next Level with the guys talking about the Browns reportedly talking with Myles Garrett on a contract extension. They talk about Myles over coming the Mason Rudolph incident and if it will impact the contract. The Refresh updates the latest proposal from MLB and thoughts from Collin Sexton on the Cavs not going to Orlando. The guys also talk about NBA players being upset about one part of the Orlando return. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about Garrett's contract and where he may end up in Browns history.

The Next Level - 6.11.20

June 11, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level do the opposite of most sports talk radio shows. Instead of doing the best, they do the worst when it comes to some Cleveland athletes. They debate who was worse for the Browns- Dwayne Bowe or Kenny Britt. They also compare some Indians and Cavs players. The Refresh talks about the MLB draft and the PS5 release. "Kinda Trippin" talks about the PGA Tour returning before a discussion about a NASCAR driver calling it quits. The 5 at 5 goes through the guys favorite places to go. The guys run through Jake Trotter's list of the Browns positional rankings.

The Next Level - 6.10.20

June 10, 2020 4:09 p.m.

An all-new episode of The Next Level with Emmett & Jerod features plenty of hot topics, including the MLB's return proposal, Kevin Stefanski's latest comments fro his press conference today, more coaches and teams taking a stand alongside their players for social injustice. Plus, Bridget Linton is in studio today!

The Next Level - 6.9.20

June 9, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level hears from Cavs coach JB Bicksterstaff on his conference call talking about the Cavs goals for next season. They talk about what should be the realistic expectations for the Cavs and how far away they are from the playoffs. The Refresh talks about the Browns and Cavs collaborating on some meetings and a big UFC fight for Stipe Miocic. "Grind my Gears" has Jerod forget what grinds his gears. The 5 at 5 runs through the guys favorite activities for hot summer days. They wrap up with a discussion on the NBA drug testing policies.

The Next Level - 6.8.20

June 8, 2020 6 p.m.

Emmett and Jerod talk about Tristan Thompson's legacy in Cleveland after it seems like he won't play for the Cavs again. They think his jersey should be up in the rafters while Matt disagrees. The Refresh talks about the latest with the MLB negotiations and a fun NFL fantasy draft. Reason or Excuse hears from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Brian Windhorst. Emmett also admits he is not a Bruce Lee fan, which upsets some fans. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to talk about some of his legendary moments in his career and the NFL fantasy draft from ESPN.

The Next Level - 6.05.20

June 5, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level react to the Hue Jackson interview on RBS by talking about if he is being treated fairly by Browns fans and who is most to blame for 1-31. They talk about the team and Sashi Brown's involvement. The Refresh hears from Jackson and talks about the re-opening of Cedar Point. The guys also replay a chunk of the interview with Hue. ESPN Cleveland Browns analyst Tony Grossi joins for the 3rd hour to give his thoughts on the Hue interview and another edition of "Yo Anthony".

The Next Level - 6.04.20

June 4, 2020 6 p.m.

The Next Level react to Drew Brees' apology after his comments about players kneeling for the National Anthem. The guys continue the conversation about the state of the country and sports when it comes to racism. The Refresh talks about the NBA returning and the fact the Cavs won't be playing. "Kinda Trippin" talks about mayor Frank Jackson's recent comment before the guys talk about their thoughts on what he said. The "5 at 5" goes over the guys five favorite songs. They talk a little about who will call plays for the Browns and Baker Mayfield stepping up in the Browns meeting rooms.