Tag Archives: Mike Howerton

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

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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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The Writing, The Philosophy and the Recovery

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Mr. Bond speaks with author Brad Simpson about the story behind the Blue Book of Pool Cues. Alison Fischer chats with pro player Hunter Lombardo about life and the philosophy of improvement. Mark Cantrill makes an attempt to forecast the future Mosconi Cup team USA members. Also a special report from Mike Howerton and Jarrod Clowery, who happened to be a little too close when the bombs went off in Boston. (see the special report audio below) Instructional tips from the “one minute pool instructors”.

Show Features: Brad Simpson, David “Mr. Bond”, Alison Fischer, Hunter Lombardo, Mark Cantrill, Mike Howerton, Jarrod Clowery, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time 1:14

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The US Open Is Back?

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Mike Howerton speaks with hall-of-famer Karen Corr about her career, and her Bed, Bath, and Beyond. Mark Cantrill talks with Barry Behrman about the challenges surrounding the re-emergence of the US Open 9-Ball Tournament. Mary Ann talks with Geno Hill, owner of the Rum Runner, home to the Andy Mercer Memorial. Mr. Bond chews the fat with old-school road-man turned author: Bobby “Cotton” Leblanc. Instructional tips from Scott Lee and Randy G.

Show Features: Mike Howerton, Karen Corr, Mark Cantrill, Barry Behrman, Mary Ann Starkey, Geno Hill, David “Mr. Bond”, Bobby LeBlanc, Scott Lee, Randy G.

Running Time: 1:46

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The Legend of Greenleaf and The Hunter

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Mr. Bond speaks with author J.D. Dolan about his upcoming book on world champion straight-pool legend Ralph Greenleaf, featuring a special audio segment from his widow “Princess Nai Tai Tai”. Mike Howerton talks with Scott Frost about a benefit for his young friend Hunter Cole. We encourage everyone to listen and participate. Instructional tips from Scott Lee and Randy G. Happy Birthday to Mary Ann Starkey !

Show Features: David “Mr. Bond”, J.D. Dolan, Princess Nai Tai Tai, Mike Howerton, Scott Frost, Scott Lee and Randy G.

Running Time 1:10

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The Beard, The Angel and The Toaster

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Chicago legend Freddy “The Beard” needs to borrow $21 dollars. Anybody have some spare change? German champion Thorsten Hohmann takes Minneapolis to the top, and talks about what he likes (and doesn’t like) about the new game “Bonus Ball”. Angel Levine has a new baby – she’s “Raising The Hustler”. PBIA Instructor Mark Finklestein talks about why he loves to teach.

Show features: Mark “The Oracle” Cantrill, Angel Levine, Mike Howerton, Thorsten Hohmann, Jason “Buffalo” Hunt, Mary Ann Starkey, Alison Fischer, Mark Finklestein, David “Mr. Bond”, Freddy Da Beard, Scott Lee and Randy G.

Running Time: 1:52

Join us for another hair raising, beard raising and hustler raising adventure!

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The Man Ref and The Lady Ref

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Mark Cantrill talks with one of the best known refs in pool and billiards; Michaela Tabb. Mike Howerton speaks with Joe Tucker about a revolutionary “non league” league that is perfect for a family man who also loves pool. Alison and Jerry T. discuss the success of the Derby City Classic and Bonus Ball, and Mr. Bond gets the lowdown on Mosconi vs Fats from the man who made it happen; legendary promoter and ref turned historian; Charles Ursitti.

Show Features: Michaela Tabb, Mark Cantrill, Mary Ann Starkey, Chris Wilson, Joe Tucker, Mike Howerton, Alison Fischer, Jerry T, David “Mr. Bond”, Charles Ursitti, Scott Lee and Randy G. 

Running Time: 1:58

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We Need Someone To: ___________________

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Mike Howerton challenges pool players great and small.  Jennifer Barretta talks about her new skill set, but with no events to test them out. Mark Cantrill takes snooker champion and Mosconi Cup commentator Jim Wych down memory lane and Mr. Bond takes one for the team; the cold weather claims yet another victim.

Show Features: Mike Howerton, Jerry Forsyth, Jennifer Barretta, Alison Fischer, Mark Cantrill, Jim Wych, David “Mr. Bond” (briefly), Daniel Busch, Scott Lee and Randy G.

Running Time: 1:17

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Mosconi Cup Hits The Mark: Wilson

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Mark Wilson is the new Team USA Coach. What new changes are in store?

Whats wrong with so many pool streams? Mr. Bond gets on the soap box. Johnny Archer talks about Mark Wilson, passion and play. Mark ‘ The Oracle’ Cantrill connects us to all things pool. Mike Howerton speaks with Larry Chiborak about Bonus Ball and the future.

Show Features: David “Mr. Bond”, Mike Howerton, Larry Chiborak, Mark Cantrill, Johnny Archer, “JT” Tarantola, Tony Robles, John Lavin, Mary Ann Starkey, and instructional tips by Scott Lee and Randy Goettlicher.

Running Time 1:31

Who says pool isn’t cool? Run a rack and tell me how easy it is!

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American Billiards -Take Me To Your Leader

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What does professional pool need most? Players? Venues? Money?

Can we just get some regulation pockets.

Wait, did someone say Ninja Turtles? Chinese 8-ball?

This week’s show features an interesting mix of personality and passion that you don’t want to miss.

Hear from: “Jerry T.” Tarantola, Darren Appleton, Mike Howerton, Keith McCready, Mark Cantrill, Karen and Michael Markulis, Greg Sullivan, David “Mr. Bond” and instructional tips by Scott Lee and Randy Goettlicher.

Running Time:  1:44

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