The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show

George Gerbo, Mike Asti
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The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show,” is an online sports radio talk show that began in 2011. George "The Howitzer" Gerbo and Mike "The Buzz-saw" Asti analyze the world of sports through the eyes of the quintessential sports fan: passionately, intelligently, and without reservation. On "The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show," George is the optimistic "face" to his co-host Mike's "heel," trying his best to contain the Buzz-saw while also offering pointed questions that engender lively debate and deliver his own unique takes on the world of sports.

  1. FEB 26

    Impact of USA's Golden Goal, McDavid's Legacy, CBB Approaches March

    While celebrating the USA men's hockey team's gold medal, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss how the Americans pulled it off, the impact beating Canada, if it can help increase interest in the NHL before flipping the script and analyzing why Canada lost and Connor McDavid's legacy. Following the hockey talk, they look at the landscape of college basketball with March on the horizon. Who will be the top seeds, how should the committee handle Miami (OH) and how should West Virginia (and other similar programs) view any non NCAA Tournament postseason play? The HBS conquerers golden sports talk, one day, at a time.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 21m

  2. FEB 12

    Super Bowl LX Recap, Pro Football HOF Mess, NBA Trades, Olympics

    A Super Bowl LX recap leads into what's wrong with the Pro Football Hall of Fame on this edition of the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show. Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo also covered the recent big NBA moves, and the move that didn't happen, before ending the show with some Olympics talk. The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show conquers sports talk, one day, at a time.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 14m

  3. JAN 17

    Breaking Down the Steelers and Mike Tomlin's Divorce, NFL Coaching Carousel Spins

    Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the NFL's coaching carousel, mostly focusing on the end of the Mike Tomlin era in Pittsburgh. They attempt to cut through the BS and talk who they believe about what led to Tomlin stepping down. After wrapping up Tomlin's divorce from the Steelers, the HBS team gets into the Ravens firing John Harbaugh and if he fits with the Giants before mentioning the best and worst open jobs for coaches. Now into 2026, the Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show still conquers sports talk, one day, at a time.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 22m

  4. JAN 2

    How Much Will Change in New Year? (NFL, Mike Tomlin & NHL, Crosby vs. Lemieux)

    As they ring in the new year, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo focus on a few top storylines as the NFL prepares for the postseason. Why do the Steelers and Ravens mirror each other? Why are Steelers fans sick of the same old story every year? Is there actually a chance Mike Tomlin is not back with the Steelers next season? They also join the MVP debate, discussing if Drake Maye has taken over as the frontrunner. Then, in the second half of the show, Mike and George talk NHL and which teams will stay contenders and which will become pretenders in new year. Finally, Penguins legend Sidney Crosby passed Mario Lemieux in total points, but is that enough to make him the new GOAT of the franchise. The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show continues to conquer sports talk into 2026, one day, at a time.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 10m

  5. 12/11/2025

    The Real Problem with the College Football Playoff, Coaching Chaos, Baseball HOF

    Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo join in on the debate about the College Football Playoff field. They get into the discussion about if Notre Dame got screwed, if Alabama still deserved a spot, if Group of 5 schools deserve to be included and so much more. They then talked about Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss for LSU, Penn State hiring Matt Campbell and the rest of the recent coaching chaos. And before wrapping up the show, they covered Jeff Kent being elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show conquers sports talk, one day, at a time.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 19m

  6. 10/30/2025

    Gambling Scandal Rocks NBA, Coaching Carousel Spins in College Football

    As a gambling scandal threatens the integrity of the NBA, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss the impact of the FBI taking matters into their own hands and exposing dirty secrets of players and even a Hall of Famer turned head coach. In hour two, they debate the chaos of college football's coaching carousel. The HBS conquers sports talk, one day, at a time.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 13m

  7. 10/22/2025 ·  BONUS

    Bonus Mike Drop: Todd Haley Evaluates Joe Flacco, Aaron Rodgers, Defends Mike Tomlin, Talks Shedeur Sanders

    *BONUS EPISODE* Former Steelers OC and NFL coach Todd Haley joins Mike Asti to evaluate Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco and discuss the Steelers' true chances this season. Haley also defends his former boss when responding to the fans who want Mike Tomlin fired and also explains why the Browns shouldn't have drafted Shedeur Sanders at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min

  8. 10/11/2025

    Debating the Futures of Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby, Bill Belichick at UNC

    With fall finally in the air, Mike "the Buzz-saw" Asti and George "the Howitzer" Gerbo discuss a couple hot button topics about the NHL's two top stars as another season gets underway before getting into some new rule changes What does Connor McDavid's short extension with Edmonton signal about his future? Mike explains why he believes it's a warning shot to the Oilers. Is there any chance Sidney Crosby gets tired of the Penguins' plan to rebuild and finishes his career elsewhere? Then, after the hockey talk, Mike and George get into college football players being allowed to bet on pro games and the dumpster fire going on with Bill Belichick in North Carolina. The HBS conquers sports talk, one day, at a time.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 26m
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About

The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show,” is an online sports radio talk show that began in 2011. George "The Howitzer" Gerbo and Mike "The Buzz-saw" Asti analyze the world of sports through the eyes of the quintessential sports fan: passionately, intelligently, and without reservation. On "The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show," George is the optimistic "face" to his co-host Mike's "heel," trying his best to contain the Buzz-saw while also offering pointed questions that engender lively debate and deliver his own unique takes on the world of sports.

Information

  • Creator
    George Gerbo, Mike Asti
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    107
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Mike Asti and George Gerbo, 2011-2021. All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show