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Future Champions Made Here



Mark Cantrill chats with Mark Griffin and Ozzy Reynolds of CSI about the Mosconi Cup contenders and the CSI Invitationals. David “Mr. Bond” speaks with three-time Junior National champion April Larson. Alison Fischer and Jerry T. talk about current events happening around New York, including the upcoming Tri-State Tour Invitational, and also talk about giving pool players a channel to share their stories.

Show Features: Mark Griffin, Ozzy Reynolds, Mark Cantrill, April Larson, David “Mr. Bond”, Alison Fischer, Jerry Tarantola, Mary Ann Starkey, Sheri Dadian, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time:  1:35

Happy Birthday U.S.A. !!


Old Friends and New Champions



Mark Cantrill and David “Mr. Bond” discuss Freddy Bentivegna with old school player Keith McCready. Mike talks to Erik Hjorleifson about the state of pool in Canada and his new instructional series of articles online. Alison speaks with Sean “Alaska” Morgan about his career and recent 2nd place finish in the NYC championship.

Show Features: Keith McCready, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond”, Mike Howerton, Erik Hjorleifson, Alison Fischer, Mary Ann Starkey, Greg Kingsbury, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time 1:21

It’s hot outside. Grab a cold beverage and rack up a game, the lawn can wait!


Team USA Update – The Wilson Report



Mark Cantrill speaks with Mark Wilson, coach of Team USA, about how things are going so far and what’s in store for the team candidates. Mr. Bond chews the fat with CSI media manager Justin Collett about his thoughts on the team building concept and Mosconi Cup representation . Mary Ann Starkey talks with Sheri Elliot of Krome Billiards in Arkansas.

Show Features: Mary Ann Starkey, Sheri Elliot, Scott Lee, Randy G., Mark Wilson, Mark Cantrill, David “Mr. Bond” and Justin Collett.

Running Time 1:25

American Billiard Radio: Land of the free and home of TEAM USA


Team USA Profile #7 Justin Bergman



Mark talks with Justin Bergman about his potential for the Mosconi Cup team. Mike chats with Mike Zuglan about his career playing pool and the Joss Tour. Mr. Bond speaks with Steve Anderson about the status of the USBA. Alison and Jerry discuss the upcoming events in NYC and some new NYC Grind adventures in video.

Show Features: Justin Bergman, Mark Cantrill, Mike Zuglan, Mike Howerton, Joe Young, Mary Ann Starkey, Steve Anderson, David “Mr. Bond”, Jerry Tarantola, Alison Fischer, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time: 1:41

All the world’s a table, and we are merely players!


Team USA Profile #5.5



Mark speaks with Co-Captain Don Wardell and gets the inside scoop on the happenings in San Diego this weekend with TEAM USA. Mary Ann snags a rare chat with Hall O’ Famer JEAN BALUKAS. Mike talks with TEAM USA candidate Oscar Dominguez about some exciting new plans of his for the west coast pool scene.

Show Features: Don Wardell, Mark Cantrill, Jean Balukas, Mary Ann Starkey, David “Mr. Bond”, Oscar Dominguez, Mike Howerton, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time: 1:18

Turn off the tube and turn on the radio – American Billiard Radio !


Team USA Profile #5 – Shuff



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 !


Team USA Profile #4 – Hall



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 !


Team USA Profile #3 – Sossei



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 !


Team USA Profile #2 – Schmidt



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.


Construction Zone Ahead – Building Team USA



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!