The Balance

About The Balance

Pull up a stool, grab a cold one, and join us at the ultimate sports bar experience—no matter where you are. "The Balance" is the podcast where passionate fans unite to talk all things sports, just like you would with your buddies while watching the game or the race. Whether it’s football, racing, or anything in between, this is the spot for unfiltered takes, heated debates, and unforgettable moments.New episodes drop every Saturday—because fandom never takes a week off. It's your turn to join the conversation. Welcome to "The Balance!" 4o Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

Thomas D Marquis

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Jan 2025

Latest episode

17 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

198 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Oct 2026

   NASCAR with The Balance “Desert Heat & Championship Math!”

   The desert is hot, and the championship pressure is hotter! Steve Wilson, editor in chief of Speedway Digest and The Balance’s official NASCAR contributor, joins Tom Marquis to break down Phoenix across all three national series. We recap Friday’s Truck race, dig into a tightening O’Reilly Auto Parts Series title battle, and preview a Cup showdown with major Chase implications. Who attacks, who protects their points, and who leaves Arizona needing a miracle? Buckle up—we’re still going fast here at The Balance! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

2. 

   17 Oct 2026

   “Homer Caps On: Hoosier Hype & Horseshoe Hope!”

   The homer caps are officially on! Local radio icon and longtime friend of The Balance, Matt Hicks, joins Tom Marquis for 30 minutes of Indiana sports pride, strong opinions, and a little friendly overconfidence. Ohio State comes to Bloomington for a massive showdown with IU, and we’re asking the big question: could the Hoosiers make another championship run? Add Colts talk and a trip around Indiana’s sports scene, and you’ve got a full serving of home-state energy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

3. 

   17 Oct 2026

   “NFL in the Balance: Hurts Out, Pressure On!”

   Breaking news changes the conversation in Philadelphia. Eagles beat writer Ed Kracz of SI.com joins Tom Marquis to discuss Jalen Hurts’ absence following the discovery of a blood clot, the latest reporting, and what comes next for the Eagles. Then we head to Indianapolis for Colts–Titans before taking a fast trip around the NFL’s Week 6 slate. Big questions, division battles, and a backup quarterback stepping into the spotlight—it’s NFL in the Balance! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Who has been a guest on The Balance

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Ed Kratz
• Ed Kracz
• Tony Donahue
• Steve Wilson

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

6,631,368

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 64 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

90

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

0

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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