The World According to Zippy

Max Zepeda
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The World According to Zippy is a Variety Talk Show for Blaze Radio hosted by Max Zepeda that airs new episodes LIVE every Wednesday at 8 PM Arizona Time on blazeradioonline.com! Here, you can listen to archived episodes, and don't forget to follow the show on Instagram @according.to.zippy and on X @zippys_world.

  1. 1D AGO

    S5 E6: Ritisha Thakker

    The second month of the program's final season rolls on, as Max welcomes Cronkite junior and Cronkite Sports Live producer, Ritisha Thakker. She reveals how her family migrated from India, what her childhood was like growing up in Fullerton, CA, and how she found solace in not being a sports fan while pursuing a career in sports. They also discuss their personal experiences following the death of Kobe Bryant, her family's fascination with Cricket, and her first thoughts following the release of Taylor Swift's 12th album, "The Life of a Showgirl."

    58 min

  2. OCT 9

    S5 E5: The Couples Show - Second Edition

    For the second time in program history, Max is spreading the love in the Bill Austen radio studio, as he and his partner, Kylie Ashenfelter, return to welcome not one, but two couples to the show for the first time: Blaze Radio's Alan Judson and Sierra Watson, and the Walter Cronkite Sports Network's Jason Teater and Maya Diaz. Together, they discuss the similarities and differences between their relationship origins, the struggles of long-distance love, and how all three man found the guts to pop the question to each of their ladies. They also reveal their superstitions about watching sports and how their partners have become their "rocks" in life.

    57 min

  3. OCT 2

    S5 E4: Alysa Horton

    After nearly a month back on the air, Max finally welcomes the first woman of the season, ASU grad student journalist Alysa Horton. The Surprise, AZ native reveals how she and Max connected on Day 2 in August 2022, how she has found solace in single life, and where her love for political activism began. Her appearance also marks the third different Taylor Swift superfan to enter Zippy's world, joining Gabby Chernoff and Lauren Avenatti, as "The Life of a Showgirl" premieres worldwide Thursday night.

    1h 4m

  4. SEP 25

    S5 E3: Joa'o Lara Jr.

    Since the program's inception, Max has rarely discussed his Mexican-American heritage... until today! As Blaze En Español director Joa'o Lara Jr. joins the show, he reveals his winding journey to ASU, what sparked his love for futbol, and why he hopes the department he created will live on longer than his tenure. They also discuss their passion for Latin Music (including a fun guessing game!), the phenomenon that is K-Pop Demon Hunters, and the push for the MLB Postseason.

    59 min

  5. SEP 18

    S5 E2: Spencer Barnes

    As the final season rolls on, Max reaches another milestone as he welcomes the 60th guest to his world, Cronkite Senior and Photographer, Spencer Barnes. On the show, he delves into what life is like growing up in the small town of Gunnison, Colorado, how his love for basketball began, and how his passion for photography developed almost by accident. Together, they also discuss their paths crossing at the 2025 Peach Bowl in Atlanta, his current job working for the Phoenix Suns/Mercury, and Spencer's memories of covering USA Basketball in Paris.

    58 min

  6. SEP 11

    S5 E1: Luke Lendler

    The fifth and final season of The World According to Zippy has begun, as Max welcomes an affluent member of the Cronkite Class of 2028, Luke Lendler, to the program. On the show, he reveals to Max what his life was like growing up in City Centre Philadelphia, how his Mom's drive impacted him, and his high school basketball career. They also discuss their memories of being students at the "Play-by-Play Sports Broadcasting Camps," and give their thoughts on the political assassination of Charlie Kirk.

    57 min
  7. S4 E12: Oh, The Memories with the Class of 2025

    MAY 8

    S4 E12: Oh, The Memories with the Class of 2025

    The Fourth Season of the dumbest show ever created has come and gone, and it was only fitting that the season ended by reflecting on Cronkite's outgoing class. From program veterans like Ben Parris, Blake Niemann, Devon Henderson, Ryan Sykora, and Cavan Malayter, to newcomers in Paisley Pool and Ethan Kaplan, they all sit down with Max to reflect on their favorite moments in the desert. In addition, they share what they hope to take away from their time in the Valley, and Max shares a special announcement involving the program's future.

    1h 2m

  8. APR 30

    S4 E11: Dominic Pasella

    After a week off, Zippy brings you back into The World to round out the month of April with another member of the Class of '28 and one of his few connections to the Midwest United States, in Detroit native Dominic Pasella. He reveals what it's like to have a Dad in the automotive business, debunks numerous Detroit myths, and explains how one high school teacher made him find Cronkite. They also discuss the NBA Postseason, the insane life of Doc Rivers, the underappreciation of Miguel Cabrera, and Dom's profound love for Taco Bell.

    1h 1m
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The World According to Zippy is a Variety Talk Show for Blaze Radio hosted by Max Zepeda that airs new episodes LIVE every Wednesday at 8 PM Arizona Time on blazeradioonline.com! Here, you can listen to archived episodes, and don't forget to follow the show on Instagram @according.to.zippy and on X @zippys_world.

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