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Since 2007, the original team podcast has been delivering analysis and anecdotes about the Cardinals every week. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck use their extensive experience covering the team to offer commentary with some humor and a few zings along the way.
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With Dani Sureck on assignment, Zach Gershman crashes the party with Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban, although not to sit around watching March Madness games. This discussion is about the draft, Ty Simpson’s ultimate draft spot, the idea of the “late-rising quarterback,” the best 1-2 draft combo in the first two rounds for the Cardinals, the search for a defensive playmaker, the possibility of trading down, Zach’s need for a beard, filling holes before the draft, Mack Wilson’s switch to No. 1, drafting an inside linebacker, their top picks as the underrated free agent, and A.J. Green’s touching tribute to Rondale Moore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s been a tough few days for Paul Calvisi and a moment of pause this weekend for Darren Urban, but they rallied to join Dani Sureck to get into what the Cardinals’ free-agent additions mean for the draft, if Jack Gibbens reflects on Sonny Styles, the idea of trying to trade back, a quick look at the free agents from the last week, Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew and the QB situation, a return of Getting Cultured, Kyler’s spot in Minnesota, the NFC West upgrades, why “pending physical” matters, and Paul’s love for Cheeto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As free agency gets going, Paul Calvisi is crushed - the Blake Gillikin return means he can’t talk about drafting a punter. Still, Paul joins Darren Urban and Dani Sureck to talk about the Cardinals’ early returns in free agency including adding a starting guard in Isaac Seumalo, if the Cardinals will take a right tackle at No. 3 in the draft, the running game resurgence that could come by bringing back James Conner and adding Tyler Allgeier, Dani’s ability as athletic trainer-by-osmosis, Roy Lopez’s return, a role for SMB, Donna Kelce’s renovation, a new third wide receiver, what the QB room means going forward, and our top Kyler memories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The fun of live-to-tape hits our trio this week as Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck got halfway through this week’s pod when Kyler Murray put out an important tweet - saying farewell to the Arizona fanbase. That launched our discussion of what happens next with the Cardinals at QB and where Murray might go after seven seasons together. There was plenty to chat about there, but before that, Paul’s “dumb” questions led to Scouting Combine leftovers, the decision of who gets drafted at 3, and a debate about taking a running back high in the draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With Darren Urban and Dani Sureck trying to stay warm in chilly Indianapolis, Paul Calvisi anchors things back in Tempe as our trio discusses the happenings at the Scouting Combine, including the latest on what the Cardinals are saying about their quarterback situation and Kyler Murray’s future, Monti Ossenfort’s hint at being willing to trade down, the chatter NFL-wide about Malik Willis, the teaching ability of the new coaching staff and adding Matt Schaub, potential extensions for Michael Wilson and Paris Johnson Jr., considering edge v OL in the draft, and remembering the late Rondale Moore - and remember to check on your people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is it time for mock drafts? Probably. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck know draft season is coming, so our trio chat about what the world seems to think the Cardinals will do at 3 overall (at least right now), the upcoming Scouting Combine information incoming, Kyler Murray’s future and NFL teams dealing with cap ramifications after player moves, a new Getting Cultured, the return of Nick Rallis as DC, Nathaniel Hackett as OC, how the roster can change, the emphasis on player development, sorting the running back room, Darren and Cardinals Climb, and breaking ground at the new training facility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dani Sureck has a message for that Norwegian skier, and it isn’t that you shouldn’t bare your soul to the world after winning a bronze medal, but otherwise Dani, Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban will talk a bunch about gold - as in Larry Fitzgerald and a gold jacket. Fitz is going to Canton and Darren talks about his trip to San Francisco to cover the announcement, while our trio chat about Fitz as a mentor, the Hall of Fame voting, the top non-playoff moments Fitz had in his career, a (Getting) Cultured update, more sports figures Paul has had enough of, Super Bowl commercials and Super Bowl defenses like the Seahawks, QB chatter around the NFL, a coordinator search, international games, and reconnecting with Anquan Boldin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Cardinals have a new head coach, he spoke for the first time, and Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck are all over it. Our trio noticed the authentic Mike LaFleur as he stood at the podium for the first time, his need to work with the players, his self-awareness of the job ahead (but still a heavy confidence), his premonition of become the Cardinals coach a year ago, who his coordinators might be, the running game’s future under LaFleur, and the lingering QB question. They also chat about Fitz’s Hall of Fame chances this week, upcoming international games, and did Paul jinx Lindsey Vonn?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As our fearless trio recorded, the Cardinals still were on the lookout for a head coach, so Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck talk about the reported three candidates getting further interviews (and note, mid-pod, about Anthony Campanile staying with the Jaguars), how important the coordinators will be for the next guy in charge, Dani cultures the boys, we have another Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl, games in cold weather, what the Cardinals can do in a one-year turnaround, Paul hits some mock draft picks, and a try and fill-in-the-blank podcasting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a rare video-less version of the podcast, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck - true humans, no AI here - are still saving for the future as well as wondering who the Cardinals will get as their new coach. That’s the big topic as the Cards sort through the multiple names for interviews, as well as the possibility of getting an NFC West assistant, the benefit of previous head coaching experience, a new Getting Cultured, how every postseason game will be outdoors, Drew Petzing’s new gig, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s frustrating season and the big offseason decisions facing the team, and an all-NFC West NFC Championship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There’s no offseason for Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck, not this time of year, and certainly not as the Cardinals seek out a new head coach. Our fearless trio discuss some of the reported names that have drawn the Cardinals’ interest, the NFL landscape with nine coaching vacancies, the newest twist now that Mike Tomlin stepped down from the Steelers, whether to go with an offensive or defensive mind, how the draft class will impact the NFL’s QB musical chairs, LIV-ing it up in an episode of Getting Cultured, Trey McBride and his All-Pro status, the playoffs and the NFC West, and Paul’s new power poll he’s excited to release to the public.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s an all-football C.U. to wrap the season - no football withdrawal yet, Paul Calvisi - as our esteemed trio of Paul, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck talk a coaching change, the struggles of the team all season, expectations at the start of the season, battling the rest of the NFC West, reported candidates for coaching interviews, a Carson Palmer suggestion, the NFL rules on coaching interviews, what kind of coach the Cardinals should seek, what happens at QB, getting a quick turnaround and what opponents the Cards will see in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck all want to finish strong in 2025 with a game left in the season, so the discussion gets quick into what the Cardinals will see in L.A. this weekend, the NFL MVP race with Matthew Stafford, seeking pass rush, missing Budda showed up, finding consistency on the offense, addressing offensive line this offseason, Trey McBride’s passion over records (and same with Michael Wilson), a Getting Cultured quickie recap for the year, JG’s message of the change that is coming, a Wise Guy blowout, Larry Fitzgerald takes another step toward Canton, a fast and furious Winning Behavior, and Dani’s final message to the frustrated fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Calvisi has a plan for his Christmas shopping, because he hasn’t done it yet. (Yikes.) But beyond that, he is ready to join Darren Urban and Dani Sureck to talk about Calais Campbell’s kick-blocking heater, the end of the Falcons’ loss, the consistency of finishing drives, getting the ball to Trey McBride, Michael Wilson and Marvin Harrison Jr., Getting Cultured, the timeline of losing Walter Nolen III and Garrett Williams, the young defenders playing better, Paul’s favorite car movie, defending Joe Burrow, Winning Behavior, and Dani dominating her family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Calvisi isn’t about being on time, but he’s all about the temperature - he’s on to Cincinnati. OK, first there is the Falcons and the last home game of the season. Chatting with Darren Urban and Dani Sureck, the trio talk the trajectory of Trey McBride and what he could be if he keeps playing like the best tight end in the league, the Falcons and their weapons, the solid play of the inexperienced offensive line, Getting Cultured, what we are watching the last three games (Nolen, CBs, OL), the injury-ravaged RBs, a Wise Guy that chases waterfalls, J.G.’s look to the future, Winning Behavior, and Darren’s Twitter derailment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yes, Paul Calvisi is talking about the Purge movies again, but there is a reason - could this be the year where the NFL postseason purges all the annual favorites? Mayhaps. In any case, he joins Darren Urban and Dani Sureck to discuss that first drive against the Rams (and what came next), Michael Wilson’s epic games continue, dealing with Puka, facing the talented Texans defense, the current Cardinals offensive identity, Paul’s new favorite ep of Getting Cultured, Kyler gets shut down, an amazing Wise Guy, Houston as a road venue, some college football (non-)Winning Behavior, Cardinals on the Pro Bowl list, and a deserving Walter Payton MOY pick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did Paul Calvisi culture Dani Sureck about Landman? (The TV show. Not the Rams linebacker). Yes, yes he did. Meanwhile, Darren Urban joins the two to talk about about parallels with the Cardinals’ close losses, Darius Robinson’s postgame comments, players stepping up to take accountability, Josh Sweat’s great season, remembering (kinda) Simeon Rice, going to the aging dogs on Getting Cultured, Trey McBride’s excellence, Jacoby Brissett’s late-night texts, snickering at Wise Guy, non-Winning Behavior from the college coach culture, Puka v Mike Wilson, and Carson Palmer’s coaching acumen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Not that Paul Calvisi begrudges anyone else who wants to enjoy a parade, but he’d rather not have to go to his local version somewhere hidden in the Valley he’d rather not say. Fret not. Darren Urban and Dani Sureck get his mind off of such things by talking about the Cardinals’ upcoming trip to Tampa, the chance of seeing Baker Mayfield play, dealing with another close loss, learning how to win, the explosive emergence of Michael Wilson, Getting Cultured, the cornucopia of takeaways against Jacksonville, seeking reps down the stretch for Nolen, Will Johnson and other young players, a blowout Wise Guy, the health at running back, Winning Behavior, Fitz takes another Canton step, and talking about what might be found in the kitchen on Thanksgiving. (Phrasing!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Calvisi isn’t sure he is ready for his script this week for the pod, but of a bigger concern is Darren Urban’s energy. Dani Sureck tries to help them both wrangle their issues as the trio discuss the Cardinals needing to hone in on details, penalties hurting against the 49ers but not the whole problem, the fine line between the defense being put in bad spots and the unit still needing stops, the breakout game of Michael Wilson and what it means, Getting Cultured with Vine-loving Dani, the Jaguars and what they bring to town, a Wise Guy that makes Paul want to break stuff, BJ Ojulari’s return, and Darren’s issues with dogs in the mall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reality shows? Is this really what Paul Calvisi has brought us here to talk about? Well, kind of. But Paul brings in Darren Urban and Dani Sureck for a lot of other stuff too, like which way the Cardinals turn after a hard day in Seattle, the craziness of the 2025 NFL season, what happened up front on both sides of the ball against the Seahawks, a Getting Cultured with A-Rod, Trey McBride and all the nicknames he deserves, the emotions of the team, a wipeout Wise Guy, more injuries before the Niners visit, and a Winning Behavior that includes a fascinating way one father tried to get his son off video games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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