Team USA Profile #5 – Shuff

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Mark talks with Mosconi Cup candidate Brandon Shuff about his place on the team. Mike chats with Florian Kohler about living in Vegas and how his trick shot artistry videos came about. Alison speaks with Robb about his Texas Tornado win and why pool is a good thing to be involved with as opposed to other things. Scott and Randy talk about The Beard’s new book. Mary Ann visits Cajun country with Chris Miller.

Show Features: Robb Saez, Alison Fischer, Brandon Shuff, Mark Cantrill, Florian Kohler, Mike Howerton, David “Mr. Bond”, Chris Miller, Mary Ann Starkey, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time: 1:18

Play Pool – because a bad day on the table is better than a good day at work !

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Pool Time Radio – May 13, 2014

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Darryl and Todd talk about results of local tournaments, the rise of the high entry no [money] added tournaments that transitions into the pool players trying to qualify for the snooker tour. They also take a look at the plethora of leagues available to the Kansas City area.

Running Time: 47 minutes

No Better Time Than Pool Time!

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Team USA Profile #4 – Hall

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Join us tonight as Mark Cantrill and Mr. Bond speak with Mosconi Cup team candidate Justin Hall about what it takes to make the cut. Mike Howerton chats with The Black Widow, Jeanette Lee about her latest endeavors, youth camp, a travel channel spot, and the Jeanette-O-thon coming soon to a TV screen near you. Mary Ann Starkey talks with Craig Ware, owner of Rack Ém billiards in Aurora, CO. Scott Lee and Randy G. offer their thoughts on Mark Wilson’s new book.

Show Features: Justin Hall, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”, Jeanette Lee, Mike Howerton, Craig Ware, Mary Ann Starkey, Scott Lee and Randy G.

Running Time: 57 Minutes

Heaven does have pool tables. Hell has them too but the cloth is worn out and water isn’t free !

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Pool Time Radio – May 6, 2014

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This show is a re-introduction to “Pool Time”, an update on how the local KC players did in the national APA singles over the weekend, the history of Big Bertha from Raytown Rec from Don Brink, and an overview of the best weekly tournaments in the KC metro area.

Running Time: 45 minutes

No better time than Pool Time !

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Team USA Profile #3 – Sossei

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Tonight we talk with the “Giant Killer” Jeremy Sossei about qualifying for Team USA. Mr. Bond chats with Dr. Dave about his scientific history with the game and his offer to match contributions to the BEF. Mike Howerton speaks candidly with Mike DeChaine about his current state of affairs and his thoughts about this year’s Mosconi Cup.

Show features: Dr. Dave Alciatore, David “Mr. Bond”, Mike Howerton, Mike DeChaine, Mary Ann Starkey, Luther Gillespie, Mark Cantrill, Jeremy Sossei, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time 1:23

Life is short, play more pool !

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Team USA Profile #2 – Schmidt

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Tonight we talk with Mosconi Cup team candidate John Schmidt about what makes him a good pick, and why the “pressure” of Blackpool England will be a good thing. Alison catches part of Freddy the Beard’s book release party in NYC on tape. Mr. Bond announces two new features coming up on ABR. Stay tuned for further details.  Scott and Randy discuss The Break and why it’s the same as, and different than, any other shot made in pool. Mary Ann Starkey talks with Mikey McKuin, owner of Smokin Aces, where Justin Bergman just snapped one off at their 9ball open.

Show features: John Schmidt, Mark Cantrill, Mary Ann Starkey, Mikey McKuin, Freddy “The Beard” Bentivegna, Alison Fischer, David “Mr. Bond”, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time: 1:06

Pool is timeless, genderless, and is enjoyed equally by Kings and paupers. Pool is everyone’s game.

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Team USA Profile #1 – Dominguez

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This week begins a series of interviews with the 8 Mosconi Cup team candidates. Tonight we talk with Oscar Dominguez about who he is and why he deserves to be on Team USA. Alison Fischer chats with Cat Adami, a daughter of pool hustler Freddy The Beard, about marketing his book and his persona. Mike Howerton speaks with Billiard Education Foundation (BEF) executive Samm Vidal about their activities and upcoming events. Mr. Bond declares April to be “Alfredo DeÖro Awareness Month” [ ADAM}

Show Features: Oscar Dominguez, Mark Cantrill, Cat Adami, Alison Fischer, Samm Vidal, David ” Mr. Bond”, Scott Lee and Randy G.

Running Time: 1:18

New Pool Table: $5000, Fancy Cue: $3000, Pool Lessons: $1000, Teaching your kid to run out: priceless.

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Construction Zone Ahead – Building Team USA

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Team USA coach Mark Wilson chats with Mark Cantrill and Mr. Bond about his 8 team candidates, why he chose them, and the challenges that lie ahead for this year’s Mosconi Cup contenders. Mike Howerton speaks with Pat Fleming about the inner workings and history of Accustats video productions and their upcoming ‘Make It Happen’ event.

Show Features: Mark Wilson, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”, Pat Fleming, Mike Howerton, Mary Ann Starkey, Candy Whaley, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time 1:33

AMERICA: Land of the Free and Home of TEAM USA!

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The Lion and the Texas Tornado

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Mike Howerton chats with Vivian Villarreal about the state of tournament play and her own upcoming event. Mr. Bond talks with Stan Shuffett about the concepts behind his “Center To Edge” teaching methods. Mark Cantrill gets the facts from Alex Pagulayan about his decision to pursue snooker. Alison gets the gossip from Predator Cue rep Gail Glazebrook Robles about walking down the aisle with Tony Robles, as well as their launch of the NYC BCAPL 8-Ball Championships.

Show Features: Stan Shuffett, David “Mr. Bond”, Gail Glazebrook Robles, Alison Fischer, Michael Medley, Mary Ann Starkey, Mark Cantrill, Alex Pagulayan, Mike Howerton, Vivian Villarreal, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time: 1:40

Who says you can’t play ball in the house? Rack em up and turn on American Billiard Radio!

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ABR Special Report

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Mike Howerton speaks with Jarrod Clowery about the Boston Marathon bombings and his injuries from being a little to close to the action. In the wake of his recovery Jarrod and company have formed a new foundation.

Running Time: 23 minutes

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