On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve discuss getting stuck in elevators and WNBA All-Star Weekend. Rebecca recaps her trip to Las Vegas for WNBA All-Star Weekend. While Steve wonders whether Shohei Ohtani is the greatest baseball player of all-time. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 253rd edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 253 Mama MOFA & The Twain Station

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve are back from vacation ahead of WNBA All-Star Weekend. Rebecca has a rare night to herself at home. While Steve fasts in preparation for a medical procedure. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 252nd edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 252 Unpaid Stay & Crunch Berries

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve recap Father's Day and Dr. Garry Seigel bats lead off. Rebecca remembers an old Geritol commercial. While a household milestone leaves Steve wistful. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 251st edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 251 Geritol Swingers & The Chuck Schumers

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve share some somber news regarding a beloved member of the podcast. Rebecca recaps her recent WNBA duties. While Steve runs into a viewer at an AAU basketball tournament. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 250th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 250 Ball & Chain Family

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve recap the first few weeks of the WNBA season and the NBA Playoffs. Rebecca discusses a hair situation that delayed the podcast. While a key mishap makes Steve yearn for a janitor key ring. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 249th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 249 Blue Dry & Wonky Bonnets

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve discuss Brittney Griner's return to the WNBA and the passing of Jim Brown. Rebecca talks about her experience covering the highly anticipated return. While Steve shares a story about the time he interviewed Jim Brown in LA. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 248th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 248 Weiner Winks & The Flawless Missive

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve talk about school lunches and Amtrak Lines. Rebecca shares her preference in gas station television.  While Steve rants about oblivious teenagers at youth sporting events. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 247th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 247 Covid Comb-Overs & Skim Addicts

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve talk about fast food rewards clubs and cross-country train trips. Rebecca reveals the newest term sweeping basketball culture. While Steve revisits fads from the 90s. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 246th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 246 Negative Wingspan & The Million Milkshake Club

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve celebrate high school theater and their kid's own performance in Godspell. Rebecca reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo's comments about failure in sports. While Steve debates ice cream cone etiquette. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 245th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 245 Tailored Swiftly & Corporal Mumbo Jumbo

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve are back a few weeks away where Rebecca covered the WNBA Draft and shot an episode of a sitcom. Rebecca recaps shooting her episode of Girls5eva. While Steve is honored by the Merriam-Webster website. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 244th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 244 Thoreau Fair & Nut Butters

Rebecca Lobo is a Hall of Fame athlete. Steve Rushin wrote about Hall of Fame athletes for years. But unlike most podcast duos, the bond that holds this show together is marriage. Join the couple weekly as they discuss current events and provide a slice of life from the finished half of their basement. Who is the ball? And who is the chain? Find out right here, on Happiness Lane!

We’ve been fans of this podcast from the start. The dynamics of family life are very familiar, although sometimes I’m Rebecca (and my husband is Steve) and other times it’s the opposite. The podcast always makes us laugh, and is a high point of our week.

Always leaves us laughing

And the world can use more of that these days...thank you

Looking forward to each episode -makes me laugh out loud

Ball & Chain Podcast.

After a week that saw Rebecca talk at a leadership conference, the couple discusses millennials and positive reinforcement in the workplace. Steve longs for a simpler time when a 52 dollar purchase was gratifying. While Rebecca talks about her cameo on the 90s sitcom Mad About You. All that plus Viewer Mail and Uber Confessions on an exciting edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 26 The Fastidious & The Furious

This week on the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast, Rebecca and Steve celebrate the show's 100th episode. Fan favorite Holly Rowe joins the show live from Madison Square Garden. Pro Football Hall of Famer Sam Farmer returns with a very special Uber Confession. Plus, Producer Deny is back in-basement with a brand new Curiosity Shoppe and your Viewer Mail. All that and more on a packed 100th episode of The Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 100 Ball & Chain

This week on the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast, Rebecca &amp; Steve debut Tom, Dick and Harry's brand new track 'Riding on my Stingray'. Rebecca finds out that she is shrinking. While Steve contemplates "giving the gift of gas" this holiday season. All that plus, Uber Confessions, Deny's Olde Curiosity Shoppe and Viewer Mail on a festive 57th episode of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 57 Stingrays & Rushin Hackers

Holly Rowe

Rebecca and Steve are joined "in-basement" by ESPN's Holly Rowe. Holly shares stories from her remarkable career and talks about her relationship with Bob Knight and Pat Summit. The trio discuss travel, family, and life in the world of sports on the 39th installment of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 39 Holly Rowe & The Flu Game

Johnny Yuma

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve discuss classic board games and Lin Manuel Miranda. Rebecca recaps an event that she and Steve spoke at in Connecticut. Steve silently correct grocery store grammar. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 98th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 98 Johnny Yuma & The Univorse

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve are getting ready for the holidays while the kids have another snow day. Rebecca talks about parenting while Steve is out of town. While Steve recaps his trip to London. All that plus Viewer Mail and a special holiday song from Tom, Dick and Harry on the 106th episode of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 106 Mr. Loshin & Guy Trips

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve ring in the New Year with their resolutions and remember NBA commissioner emeritus David Stern. Rebecca has an interesting take on Star Wars. While Steve tries to recall the lyrics to Good King Wenceslas. All that plus the return of Uber Confessions, Deny's Curiosity Shoppe and Viewer Mail on the 107th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 107 Box Scores & Pedicures

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain Podcast, Rebecca and Steve discuss the importance of board games in maintaining a healthy marriage and devices listening to your conversations. Rebecca discusses National Anthem etiquette for athletes. Steve shares a goal for his retirement. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 99th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 99 Toto & Steve-O-Lanterns

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca and Steve celebrate the start of the Season of Melting Meats. Rebecca talks about what she wants for Christmas. While Steve shares stories from his trip to Minnesota last weekend. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 102nd episode of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 102 Jail Breaks & Bacon Safes

Rebecca and Steve are back with a new edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast. The couple tackles keeping up with popular music, youth sports equipment, and defining "man food". Plus, Rebecca and Steve tell stories of their best and worst experiences with fan mail. All that and more on busy third episode of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 3 Packaged Meats & The Jill Strap

On Episode 25, Steve and Rebecca are joined in-basement by Producer Deny. Rebecca talks about her kids receiving a signed copy of Elena Delle Donne's book. Steve tries to solve his daughter's contact lense issue at the orthodontist. All that plus Viewer Mail and Uber Confessions on an exciting Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 25 Mimosas & Side Hustles

Rebecca &amp; Steve are back with a Valentines Day/All-Star Weekend crossover episode. Rebecca reveals which NBA great photobombed their Christmas Card in 2017. Steve gives us the three items in his emergency go-fanny pack. All that plus Viewer Mail on a packed episode of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 17 Shot Clocks & The '75 Topps Set

The Ball &amp; Chain Podcast is back for 2019! Rebecca and Steve recap their holiday season. Rebecca introduces her "Lobo Genes" theory. Steve remembers comedy legend Bob Einstein. All that plus The Olde Curiosity Shoppe and Viewer Mail on Episode 59 of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 59 Fever & Dream

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain Podcast, Rebecca and Steve revisit an exciting week of women's basketball. Rebecca talks about her trip to South Bend to call Notre Dame vs Tennesse. Steve discusses proper home sock etiquette. All that plus Uber Confessions and Viewer Mail on the 101st edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 101 Twangers & Rogue Socks

Rebecca and Steve are joined "in-basement" by Mike and Christine Golic. The couples swap stories of their respective engagements and experiences with trolls on social media. Plus, Mike finally changes the Rushin's air filter. All that and more on an exciting episode of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 9 Golic & The Air Filter

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain Podcast, Rebecca &amp; Steve have concerns about their virtual assistant and debate whether naming a kid after a parent is outdated. Rebecca shares her million dollar idea. While Steve wants to take the family on a cross-country road trip. All that plus Viewer Mail on the 76th edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 76 Dude Ranches & Fragrant Fouls

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain Podcast, Rebecca and Steve are getting ready for Thanksgiving. Rebecca shows her daughter a picture she took with Steven Van Zandt from the E Street Band. While Steve has a mix-up at the dry cleaners. All that plus Viewer Mail on a Thanksgiving edition of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 103 Niblets & Giblets

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain, Rebecca &amp; Steve discuss the Sunday Scaries and potentially working on a book together. Rebecca takes us inside the Women's College Basketball AP Top 25 voting process. While Steve shares his take on toenail cutting etiquette. All that plus Viewer Mail and Uber Confessions on the 104th instalment of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 104 Hand Puppets & Hypnotizers

On this week's Ball &amp; Chain Podcast, Rebecca and Steve are talking Valentines Day and what their deal breakers were back in their single days. Rebecca recaps her two trips to the Bay Area this week. While Steve learns a new word. All that plus Uber Driver Confessions, Deny's Olde Curiosity Shoppe and Viewer Mail on Episode 64 of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 64 Pantry Pics & Deal Breakers

From the Mohegan Sun Arena, Steve &amp; Rebecca are joined "in-suite" by ESPN's Ryan Ruocco and Holly Rowe. The group previews the upcoming weekend in the WNBA Playoffs and shares stories from their respective careers. All that plus, the return of the Holly Rowe Minute on a very special episode of the Ball &amp; Chain Podcast.

Ep. 42 Earth, Wind & Rushin

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