The Drive

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“The Drive” is an iconic sports-talk radio show in Denver history featuring some of the most entertaining personalities to ever crack a microphone over the years. The current iteration of “The Drive” is hosted by Zach Bye, who brings years of radio experience and unmatched authenticity to the program each day. His partner, Phillip Lindsay, is the embodiment of our city. Phil grew up in Denver, starring at running back for Denver South High School. He went on to break records at the University of Colorado, before becoming a Pro Bowler with the Denver Broncos. Phil’s energy and enthusiasm matched with Zach’s passion and precision creates Denver’s can’t miss show on your drive home, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. weekday afternoons!

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  • Lil that Kills
    I’m out
    I’ve listened to every show since the new line up of Zach and Phil, I gave it a chance because I respect Phillip Lindsey, but I’M OUT. It’s a serious downgrade from the previous show and very robotic. Zach’s style is too structured and it’s just not entertaining. It’s stiff and forced. The takes from Zach and Phil are mediocre at best and you’ll hear them anywhere else. As a result they just agree with each other the majority of the time. BORING! Plenty of other guys in town that are at the games and practices and are out working these guys by far. Whoever made the change from D-Mac should be fired and never allowed to work in radio again.
  • TLGCO
    Wrong direction
    I miss the chemistry of Stoke with Zach and the substance of DMac. The station seems to want a different audience. So bye.
  • kqhehgrv
    This great from Mason so Brayden be quit
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  • Scottdpt
    Great show. Too many commercials
    Not sure what happened but this show is littered with commercials now.
  • TeamAmerica SG
    Sports Talk or TMZ?
    Not sure why some people were picked for the Drive, but only talking hyperbole and obscure stats, all while repeatedly throwing out names of people they can pin blame or throw under the bus. There’s a reason why no current Denver athletes ever appear on this station
  • Madwunz
    Wrong Direction
    It’s getting worse!
  • itsjcrow
    The Drive
    This is the premier sports talk radio show in Denver. Honestly every show on 104.3 The Fan is great. But The Drive is best of the best. Dmac is excellent as the host but his best attribute may be his ability to ask the right questions as a reporter. He consistently strikes gold with some great responses that often go viral. I first listened to this show back when it was with Big Al. Their chemistry was great for years and I wasn’t happy when Big Al left but I kept listening and I realized that Dmac was the reason I liked the show. Tyler Polumbus had great chemistry with Dmac as well. I liked Tom Nalen but he wasn’t as interesting. It’s great when Big O fills in too. And now that Wolfe is on you never know which direction the show will go. Wolfe keeps things interesting with his extra curricular activities too. All in all it’s the best show for Denver sports content.
  • gushoel
    Get rid of Wolfe
    I would listen to right wing radio if I wanted to hear outrageous political opinions every day. I listened to this show for years, since the Big Al & Dmac days. Co-hosts have gotten progressively worse since, now that Wolfe’s on the air it’s completely unbearable. Had to stop listening. He doesn’t belong anywhere near a microphone. Please do something about it, I miss my show.
  • ???????!,)5;;)
    Lose D-Mac
    Show is much better with d Mac on vacation Wolfe can actually talk without d Mac cutting him off to be a know it all doing his comedy act. Mat smith is a much better host
  • My New Least Fav
    Lame Sad Old Men
    Wolfe said after an hours-long hunt for the animal, he eventually shot and killed it with a bow and arrow.
  • Ashemzkfjekak
    Not just bad - horrible
    As someone who used to listen to this show every day for years, it is incredibly shocking and upsetting to see how far the program has fallen. I guess there is no competition whatsoever or else station management would have fixed it years ago. Every one of Dmac’s cohosts is worse at radio than their predecessor, and he becomes more insufferable every day. Derek Wolfe brings up politics for no reason almost every single episode, when he even bothers to show up - I guess I shouldn’t complain since the random cohosts filling in for him are actually way more talented. Please Bonneville management, fix this atrocious mess
  • @bscottdenverite
    These dudes are Fox News idiots
    If you’re a lobotomized fool this show could be for you. Wolfe is brain dead trash.
  • Berman Brother
    I hate DMAC
    You’re terrible!
  • schomedome
    Best Opinions...and Stories
    These guys are great!
  • Kelly from Denver
    The Drive
    Listen Everyday Dmac is wild
  • EBiernat13
    Best in Denver
    I’ve been listening to DMac for 10 years and he has a great perspective. Tyler is a great new voice, and super fun to listen to!
  • Zyonsdreamesr
    Chipmunk why?
    Almost half your shows are in super speed chipmunk audio? This has been going on for weeks. It’s always after one specific commercial to start the show. Fix it and fire whoever edits your podcast audio.
  • fghjgghvfgÿ
    Review
    I listen daily, I’m a high school athlete in Montana who used to live in Colorado and it’s great to get Denver sports insight from Dmac Nick and Tyler, great guys to listen to, very knowledgeable
  • Lynchinators
    DMac awful
    I’d rather listen to nails on chalkboard than listen to DMac. One of the most annoying people ever
  • Mr Sam 3000
    Sinking ship
    Had a chance with Nalen, but now is borderline unlistenable. Ferguson strains credibility. Polumbus is too smart to believe some of the nonsense conversations he participates in. Dmac is a self righteous, judgmental, hypocritical New England shill that still probably doesn’t understand why Big Al left or why his new show just proves the little guy held him and the show back. Inflated sense of relevance is unbecoming. Yup. Four hours of the same five minute sky is falling, uninformed hot take. No thanks.
  • TroyNeville85
    Love the podcast!
    I sadly had to move the northern VA for 2 years. (One year down) It’s been amazing to have this podcast with the HORRIBLE TRAFFIC! Trust me fellow Colorado natives, DO NOT complain about the Denver traffic! I love the new crew, keep up the great work fellas! SKO BUFFS! P.s. Can we just get a update on what happen to Tom?
  • VicWoo10
    New Format
    Hearing Tommy Nalen Talk is pure gold. He is very realistic and I love the attitude he brings. His knowledge of sports is incredible. Absolutely no drop off from Big Al to Tommy! Darren is alright too.
  • Radio HQ
    Zach & Stock are brutal ..
    Listening to these guys hurt give it up fellas
  • BuffBronco
    Not as good without Big Al
    Not as good without Big Al because Nalen isn’t as strong a personality. Mistake by management to let Buffs Big Al and Mike Pritchard depart. We’ll see how the season goes.
  • tolley.justin
    Better without Al
    Al is a good guy but was annoying 80% of the time when he would just bully his dumb takes as if they were smart or correct, much better now, I can listen again
  • EJ😢
    Bad Move!
    The show took a step back when Al left the building!
  • vabroncofan57
    All Broncos, all the time!
    If you’re looking for anything about the important playoff wins by the Avs or Nuggets you’ll need to look elsewhere. The Drive is focused on “khaki pants” and Broncos mini-camp.
  • Auntrea
    The Drive is now The Crash!
    Do miss the synergy between Big Al and DMac. They need to find a co-host and find their groove for the past month has been brutal. Then DMac needs to allow others to voice an opinion and speak their truth.
  • Jordanmocny
    Awesome
    Whatever the drive did to get Alfred Williams to move on. Total mistake. I’m over this station.
  • Shady_8227
    Trash
    Dmac ruins this show. Big Al needs his own show with another Veteran. Anyone would be better than the piano playing douche.
  • MeDoh!
    Dynamic Duo of Denver Discussion
    The best sports show in Denver and among the best drive time shows in the U.S. They cover the Denver Broncos with a magnifying glass, and get into lots of other topics in sports and entertainment with great dialogue and debate. Been a fan since D Mac and Big Al started in the afternoons together and haven’t gotten bored of them yet! Great listen for every sports fan and great to have every where I can download podcasts.
  • David_Freeze
    Eh
    Dmac is an ugly little troll with a huge ego. Talks down to everyone and thinks he’s the greatest thing since sliced bread. His opinions are almost always wrong. Big Al is tight though.
  • BCurtis12387655
    Good show with one caveat
    Dmac, for some reason (white guilt?) feels the need to bring every conversation back to Colin Kaepernick. Other than that good entertaining show.
  • Conde (Con-day)
    Its Entertaining!
    Even though DMac has no clue about Football what so ever and Alfred is the worst Quarterback evaluator I have ever heard on air... it's still a very entertaining show to listen to during the Football Season. I can agree with almost everything Alfred says Football wise except for the evaluation on QB's. The only QB I have agreed with him with is Trevor Siemian who has a lot of ability but emtion and leadership isn't there.
  • Irritated in AK
    The best!
    Love you guys.
  • Akkie888
    Best of sports radio
    Broncos all day, every day. Big Al is an all-time great in Colorado and now in the radio booth. Dmac is the eternal cynic with a fan's voice and a journalist's integrity. Dynamic duo. I've been listening for years and all the Broncos do is win! SB50 baby!
  • BroncosBoy
    D-Bronc
    This is the best Denver sports show anywhere. Especially if you're wanting to hear the latest news on the Broncos. I've listened daily for many years now.
  • Aps219
    DMac is a douchebag
    Stay away, DMac is an annoying douchebag and a hot-take jackass. You've been warned, and you can thank me later.
  • Colorado Wanderer
    Best radio show - in all categories!
    Big Al and DMac are the best commentators I've ever listened to. They somehow do a 3 hour show every day and it is insightful and entertaining every time. They have great chemistry and are funny and insightful. Their evaluations are usually pretty accurate too. Wish they talked about the Avs a little more, but so it goes when you're the worst team in the league. Plus who doesn't love the Broncos!
  • Kjunkin007
    What the heck?!?!
    Been listening to you guys for three years, never once heard you guys mention the podcast. Could've been listening to this a while ago. I deserve a shoutout. Triple B of Thornton.
  • mjmartinez
    Needs work
    I love the show and have been listening for years from overseas. The Podcast needs improvement. When I download an episode or subscribe, the episode shows up as a totally different show (The Vice-a political talk show) in my Podcast list. So now I have to search for the Drive everyday. I can't just download from the feed tab. Now it takes about 3 days for new episodes to show up. It's the same for ALL 104.3 fan Shows. Very annoying. Please fix.
  • Colorado8692
    Outstanding Show!!
    The best sports show out there!!
  • HomerSaysDoh7
    Biased coverage
    I actually used to really like this show and enjoyed the humor they brought. But, over the past year (or two) DMac has gotten more and more condescending that I just can't listen. Even as a die hard Broncos fan Dmac is too much of a homer for me. If you want more objective coverage in the metro area I recommend Tom Nalen's show. I still like Big Al though so I'll give 2 stars.
  • Grizzle112
    Great Show
    Gotta love big AL
  • JJPasadena
    Real Takes & Opinions on our Broncos
    This is where I go to get real info on my Broncos.
  • rpadonjr@twitter
    104.3 the fan Al and Dmac
    The best radio show out there. If you like the Broncos or Colorado it doesn't get any better.
  • BroncoBobby
    Great!!!
    Love this show!!! I live in Nashville,TN and this is a much needed App for me.
  • Hubalicious
    The best Denver sports podcast
    I listen everyday! Let it breathe!!!
  • Dr. Lantz
    Great entertainment
    I don't live in Denver but love to hear about the Broncos. This is the show I look forward to the most. The morning show with Evans and Klatt is a close second.
  • Stewlicious
    Great Commentary, poor release time
    DMAC and BIG AL are the best when it comes to Broncos football. Too bad they are getting worse and releasing their content through this media. No one wants to hear yesterdays news.
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