The Early Bird Special is a weekly sports show hosted by "Sparky & Burdick" in Southern California. We talk all things sports and sports entertainment. Also LIVE every Sunday on ESPN Bakersfield 1230 AM, 101.1 FM + streaming LIVE at www.ESPNBakersfield.com
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NFL Football Week 1 Predictions & Locks of the Week
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Sparky & Burdick recap Thursday Night Game between the Baltimore Ravens vs Kansas City and the Friday Night game between the Eagles and Packers from Brazil. Jordan Love's injury, and went through the rest of Week 1's matchups. Sparky also bounces 3 WWE rumors off of Burdick including the new Vince McMahon documentary coming out on Netflix later thi…
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WWE Brings Down The Walls in Berlin (BASH IN BERLIN & NXT NO Mercy Thoughts)
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The WWE held its first ever PLE in Berlin, Germany as Burdick & friend of the show 24 KG give their thoughts on the outcomes of last nights events as well as give their predictions for Sunday's NXT No Mercy in Denver, Colorado.Por Sparky & Burdick
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The WWE heads to Berlin, Germany for the first ever Bash in Berlin so Sparky & Burdick give their final predictions & potential shocking moments coming our way on August 31st. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram Facebook YouTubePor Sparky & Burdick
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Sports Fans Rejoice, FOOTBALL IS FINALLY BACK!
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The King of spots organizations & American television returns as both NCAA & NFL football begin shortly, so Sparky & Burdick give their final predictions on what teams they expect to excel this season as well as those that will take a step back after disastrously bad off-seasons. Then Burdick shares a few interesting sports takes from the past week…
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US Basketball Is Golden Once Again!!
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With the 2024 Olympics wrapping up in Paris, France, Sparky & Burdick give their thoughts on the US Men's & Women's Basketball teams both taking the gold over France in heated battles. Then we get an update from the NFL as San Francisco 49ers are desperately looking to keep star Wide Receiver Brandon Aiyuk happy & Burdick explains why he thinks Cow…
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Solo Surely Knows What He's In For.... Right??
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Sparky & Burdick call in close friend of the show & popular DJ, Kimble Woods aka 24KG to give their thoughts on what was a amazing Summer Slam in Cleveland, Ohio over the weekend as well as some predictions for what's to come next for the Bloodline & other major Superstars after the return of the One True Chief, Roman Reigns. Follow us on Social Me…
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Quarterbacks & Olympians Making History
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The boys of the Early Bird Special return from their brief Summer vacation as we jump right in to the latest from the major contract deals made in the NFL & the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.Por Sparky & Burdick
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CENA IS RETIRING!?!?! MITB Thoughts w/ 24KG
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Sparky & Burdick are joined by good friend of the show & hip hop DJ Kimble Woods aka 24 KG as they discuss everything that happened & didn't happen at last night's WWE Money in the Bank PLE.Por Sparky & Burdick
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Sparky & Burdick give their thoughts & predictions on where the NBA's top free agents will land, we get an update on Tua Tagovailoa, Dak Prescott, & Jordan Love's contract negotiations, & will we finally get to see Alex Pereira v Jon Jones now that Pereira proved his dominance in UFC 303. June 30th, 2024 Instagram: @earlybirdspecialespnradio Facebo…
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5/26/24 Are The Celtics Legit & The NCAA Finally Gets What They Deserve
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On this week's episode of The Early Bird Special, Sparky & Burdick explain their concerns with Jayson Tatum & the Boston Celtics chances to finally win the NBA Championship, how soon can we plan to see a NFL 18-game season, & we get some details on a tentative agreement that has been reached with the NCAA to finally allow colleges to pay their stud…
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AEW's Anthony Bowens Joins The Early Bird Special
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In a special mid-week episode of The Early Bird Special, Burdick sits down with All Elite Wrestling Star 'The Scissor King' Anthony Bowens as the two discuss his career as one half AEW's most successful tag team The Acclaimed, what makes AEW the best source of sports entertainment, Anthony’s background in as a D-1 college baseball player, & AEW Dyn…
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5/19/24 - Bronny Impresses At The Combine & Memorial Day BBQ Tips From Wooddale Meat Market
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The boys return after the Mother's Day weekend & give their thoughts on the Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs, whether Bronny's impressive showing at the NBA Combine will be enough to get him drafted in June, & Chris from Wooddale Meat Market drops by to give some tips and exclusive deals for our listeners just in time for Memorial Day. Then in the dark …
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5/5/24 Is Lebron Leaving the Lakers & Lyon, France Lights Up the WWE Universe
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The boys discuss every outcome from round 1 of the NBA Playoffs & what the Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Clippers, Milwaukee Bucks, & Los Angeles Lakers will do about their increasingly disappointing rosters this summer. Then in the dark hour Burdick explains why the Cleveland Cavalier maybe the best spot for both Lebron & Bronny if they don't end up w…
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4/28/24 How Atlanta Blew Up Everyone's NFL Draft Board & Reggie's Heisman Reunion
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Sparky & Burdick discuss the biggest picks from the 2024 NFL Draft & can the Milwaukee Bucks bounce back in the playoffs without Giannis or Damian Lillard. Then in the dark hour, the boys talk the long overdue reunion between USC Legend Reggie Bush & his Heisman Trophy & how the growing rivalry between the WWE & AEW will help continue this massive …
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4/21/24 NFL Draft Week & NBA Playoff Talk w/Snacks from Hits 93.1
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The Early Bird Special gives their final thoughts before the first round of the NFL Draft, & Snacks from Hits 93.1 drops by the studio to talk round 1 of the NBA Playoffs & whether or not Damian Lillard will still be in Milwaukee next season if the Bucks miss the NBA Finals this season. Then in the Dark Hour, the boys discuss Shannon Sharpe's comme…
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Sparky & Burdick discuss if Caitlin Clark losing in the NCAA Championship tarnishes her legacy, who is the most overrated team in the NBA Playoffs right now, & the latest NFL Mock Draft. Then its the debut of the EBS Dark Hour! An all new unheard hour of content where the boys get a little more candid on whether or not the Dallas Cowboys intend to …
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4/7/24 Caitlin Clark Looks To Solidify Her Legacy & WrestleMania 40 Reactions
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Sparky & Burdick break down the NCAA Men's & Women's Championship Games, former NBA Point Guard Gilbert Arenas' recent comments on Denver Nuggets Star Nikola Jokic, & the highlights from night 1 of WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Por Sparky & Burdick
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3/31/24 Draymond Green Really Needs Some Counseling & The March To The Final Four Begins
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Sparky & Burdick address the Golden State Warriors Playoff chances with Draymond Green's ejection for his physical play is steadily becoming a distraction, the Men's & Women's March Madness Tournaments are reaching their apex as the Elite Eight matchups are underway, & Burdick gives his quick predictions for WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia.…
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3/24/24 The Calipari Hot Seat & The Curious Case of Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter
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The Early Bird Special talks the big bracket busting upsets from round 1 & 2 of the March Madness Tournament, the new rules being voted on by the NFL owners starting at the annual owners meetings in Orlando, & how Shohei Ohtani's interpreter was able to steal upwards of $4.5 million from the Dodgers Superstar to settle his incredibly high gambling …
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3/17/24 St Patrick's Day Madness
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Burdick & Sparky give their thoughts on the CSUB men's basketball team's disappointing first round loss in the Big West Tournament, we predict who will be the # 1 seeds in both the men's & women's March Madness Tournaments, & Burdick gives his thoughts on Kirk Cousin's joining the Atlanta Falcons. ---------------------------------------------------…
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3/10/24 CSUB Sneaks into Big West Tournament & Tyson is Taking On Jake Paul
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Sparky & Burdick explain how the CSUB Roadrunners Men's Basketball team was able to snag the final spot in the Big West Conference Tournament, we explain what we know about the official Jake Paul v "Iron" Mike Tyson in July, & Burdick gives a quick rundown of "Suga" Sean's dominate victory in UFC 299. Artist: Yarin Primak Song: NO CAP Link: https:/…
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3/3/24 Ryan Holt Talks Condors Playoff Chances & "The KING's" Reign Reaches 40k Points
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Sparky & Burdick discuss where or not its time for the CSUB Roadrunners to look for a new Head Basketball Coach if they miss out on the Big West Tournament again, Burdick praises Lebron James for reaching a career milestone that no one else has ever achieved, & the voice of the Bakersfield Condors of the American Hockey League, Ryan Holt drops in t…
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2/25/24 Rhea Ripley Runs Australia & The NCAA Has Court Storming Issues
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Sparky & Burdick discuss what the NCAA can do to better protect their players from students & fans storming the court after big wins, & Burdick gives a brief breakdown of what happened at WWE's Elimination Chamber in Perth, Australia. intro song credit: Artist: Yarin Primak Song: NO CAP Link: https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/no-cap/115627…
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2/18/24 NBA "All-Snore" Weekend & Iowa's Caitlin Clark Becomes The New GOAT ft. Snacks from Hits 93.1
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Sparky & Burdick discuss the "highlights" from NBA All Star Weekend 2024, the results from UFC 298, & Iowa Star Guard Caitlin Clark breaking the NCAA women's career scoring record. Intro song credit: song- NO CAP artist- Yarin Primak link- https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music...Por Sparky & Burdick
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2/11/24 Super Bowl Special featuring Greg Kerr, MB2 Entertainment & Anthony Toribio
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Super Bowl Special featuring Greg Kerr, MB2 Entertainment & Anthony Toribio Burdick & Sparky give their predictions for today's Big Game, KBAK Sports Anchor & Host of the Greg Kerr Show Greg Kerr stops by to give his Underdog Fantasy Football picks, EB2 Sports Entertainment drops in to talk about their newest location in Bakersfield, & former Kansa…
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2/4/24 Pro Bowl Problems, New Liberty High Head Coach + Wood-Dale's Super Bowl Special
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Problems With the Pro Bowl, New LibertyHS Head Coach, & Wood-Dale's Super Bowl Special Sparky & Burdick highlight their issues with the NFL Pro Bowl formula & we talk with new Liberty High School Head Football Coach Richie Bolin & Wood-Dale Meat Market's Chris Vasquez talks about their Super Bowl meat basket giveaway! Intro song credit: song- NO CA…
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