July 6: Stephen Starring, Loser Athletes, Chicago Violence, Nelson Mandela, Fred Dryer’s Birthday

Summary: The Wise Guys reveal which former NFL player got pushy with women. Plus, scornful pro athletes get the boot and Chicago violence gets the Wise Guys treatment, and Nelson Mandela is a Stand-up Guy. Plus, a special birthday rap for a special celebrity, and Fourth of July stories! The Wise Guys disclosed that former New England Patriot Stephen Starring (who also played for the Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers) threatened and became violent with Albert's then-wife Lori and family several years ago. Lori called into the show to discuss the shocking and frightening incident. Listen now to this episode! (Can't see the media player? Listen here.) Download it on Fittingly, Albert, Nicky, and Bobby put on the Shelf athletes like Starring and others like him. Chicago violence is seemingly out of control and rogue cops don't seem to be anything new. How would the Wise Guys solve the problem? Annie-Rose Strasser's article "How Raising the Minimum Wage Could Reduce Gun Violence in Chicago" was discussed, as well. They honored Nelson Mandela as their Stand-up Person of the Week, Bobby rapped a Happy Birthday to Fred Dryer, and the guys talked about their Fourth of July holidays. Music Played in This Week's Episode "With Plenty of Money and You" by Count Base & His Orchestra (Featuring Tony Bennett) "Do It Again" by Steely Dan  "Tuff Enuff" by The Fabulous Thunderbirds "Stayin' Alive" by N-Trance (with samples by The Bee Gees) "Won't Get Fooled Again" by The Who Cover image photos: Drive by shooting scene: Chris Yarzab. Fred Dryer: Howdythere