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In The Loop
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In The Loop delivers smart, opinionated Houston sports talk with a sharp focus on the teams and headlines driving conversation across H-Town. Hosted by John Lopez and Reggie Adetula alongside producer Edward “Figgy Fig” Gilliard, the show brings distinct perspectives, sharp debate and authentic Houston energy to every discussion. From Texans roster moves and NFL Draft strategy to Astros playoff races, Rockets evolution and major college football storylines across Texas, the show connects national sports news directly to Houston fans. Blending real debate, informed analysis and a strong pulse on the local fanbase, In The Loop covers breaking NFL news, MLB trends, NBA developments and the evolving Houston sports landscape with clarity and conviction.
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Full Show - Thursday, August 13th
Yesterday02:35:24Tap to summarizeITL kicks off a historic day for Houston sports radio as the guys officially welcome listeners to the NEW 95.7 The Fan, reacting to the station flip and reflecting on what the beginning of this new era means for the station, its listeners, and everyone who helped build it. The conversation turns to the Texans tight end room, as ITL discusses what Dalton Schultz and Marlin Klein could bring to the offense before Houston rap legend Paul Wall joins the show to congratulate the guys on the launch of 95.7 The Fan and celebrate the big day. ITL then goes Around The NFL, reacting to the biggest news and storylines from across the league before looking at which Texans starters could be in danger of losing their jobs as training camp position battles continue to heat up. The hour wraps with What’s Popping, covering the biggest stories from sports and entertainment. With the Texans opening the preseason against the Los Angeles Chargers, the guys discuss which players they’re most looking forward to watching, which roster hopefuls have the most to prove, and which position battles could begin taking shape once the lights come on. The crew then opens the floor for another edition of ITL Lunch-Time Confessions before playing Buy or Sell with the biggest sports topics and debates of the day. The historic first show on 95.7 The Fan closes with another special guest as Houston Dynamo legend Brian Ching calls in to discuss the Dynamo, the World Cup, Houston’s soccer scene, and more. Finally, Figgy’s Mixtape wraps up the day with the latest on a local serial squatter heading back to court, comedian and content creator Damon Darling getting banned from Walmart, and more wild stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →HR 1 – A New Era For 95.7 The Fan, Texans Tight Ends & Paul Wall Joins ITL
Yesterday00:34:52Tap to summarizeITL kicks off a historic day by officially opening the show on the NEW 95.7 The Fan, as the guys react to the station flip and reflect on what the moment means for the station, the listeners, and everyone who helped build it over the years. The conversation then shifts to the Texans, with ITL discussing the tight end room and what they’ve seen from Dalton Schultz and Marlin Klein as the season approaches. The hour wraps with a special guest as Houston rap legend Paul Wall joins the show to congratulate the crew on the historic move to 95.7 The Fan, talk Houston, sports, and celebrate the beginning of a new era.
Transcribe →HR 2 – Around The NFL, Texans Starters On The Hot Seat & What’s Popping
Yesterday00:39:54Tap to summarizeITL goes Around The NFL, reacting to the biggest news, headlines, roster moves, and storylines from across the league. The conversation then shifts back to Houston as the guys look at Texans starters who could be in danger of losing their jobs. With training camp battles heating up and younger players making a push — including movement along the offensive line — ITL debates which established starters should be looking over their shoulders and which position battles could result in a changing of the guard before Week 1. The hour wraps with What’s Popping, covering the biggest trending stories from the worlds of sports and entertainment.
Transcribe →HR 3 – Texans Preseason Players To Watch, Lunch-Time Confessions & Buy Or Sell
Yesterday00:42:44Tap to summarizeWith the Texans opening the preseason tonight against the Los Angeles Chargers, ITL turns its attention to the players they’re most excited to see once the game kicks off. With many established starters expected to sit, the guys discuss the younger players, position battles, and roster hopefuls who have a chance to make a statement when the lights come on at Reliant Stadium. The crew then opens the floor for another edition of ITL Lunch-Time Confessions before wrapping up the hour with Buy or Sell, debating the biggest sports topics and storylines of the day.
Transcribe →HR 4 – Brian Ching Joins ITL & Figgy’s Mixtape
Yesterday00:41:53Tap to summarizeThe final hour features a special guest as Houston Dynamo legend Brian Ching calls into ITL to discuss the Dynamo, the impact of the 2026 World Cup, Houston’s growing soccer culture, and more. Ching remains one of the most accomplished players in Dynamo history and is part of the 2026 Houston Sports Hall of Fame class. The show wraps with Figgy’s Mixtape, featuring the latest on a local serial squatter heading back to court, comedian and content creator Damon Darling being banned from Walmart, and more wild stories from around the internet.
Transcribe →Houston Dynamo Legend Brian Ching Joins ITL
Yesterday00:14:23Tap to summarizeBrian Ching calls into the show to talk Dynamo soccer, the World Cup, Houston’s soccer scene, and more.
Transcribe →Figgy’s Mixtape: Serial Squatter, Walmart Ban & More
Yesterday00:15:40Tap to summarizeFiggy dives into the latest on a local serial squatter back in court, comedian Damon Darling getting banned from Walmart, and more bizarre stories to close out the show.
Transcribe →Josh From Detroit Calls ITL
Yesterday00:03:36Tap to summarizeJosh from Detroit calls into ITL to congratulate the station
Transcribe →ITL Lunch-Time Confessions
Yesterday00:13:17Tap to summarizeThe crew and listeners come clean with another round of funny confessions, embarrassing moments, and unexpected admissions.
Transcribe →Who Are You Looking Forward To Seeing In The Texans Preseason Opener
Yesterday00:17:01Tap to summarizeITL previews tonight’s Texans preseason matchup against the Chargers and discusses which players they’re most interested in watching as roster and position battles move from the practice field into game action.
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