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First Word

First Word

By: The Crown Network
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First Word with James Rapien is Cincinnati’s ONLY daily morning sports show, delivering the latest news, analysis, and insider insight on the biggest stories in sports.

Rapien is joined by Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot to cover everything happening with the Bengals, Reds, FC Cincinnati, Bearcats, Musketeers and Ohio State Buckeyes.

From breaking news and game reactions to exclusive interviews, roster updates, and expert analysis, First Word gets you caught up on everything you need to know before the day starts. Watch LIVE weekdays from 7-11AM ET on YouTube and the Rock Entertainment Sports Network, or listen on demand anytime.

If you're looking for a Cincinnati sports podcast that keeps you informed every morning, First Word is your go-to show.
Follow the show and start your morning with First Word.

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Episodes
  • 7/6/26: Hours 3 and 4, Contipelli's Countdown, Reds Confidence Check

    7/6/26: Hours 3 and 4, Contipelli's Countdown, Reds Confidence Check
    Jul 6 2026

    Topics include: Contipelli's Countdown, a confidence check on the Cincinnati Reds, and more

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • 7/6/26: Hours 1 and 2, Tom Gelehrter Interview, Reds Salvage Win

    7/6/26: Hours 1 and 2, Tom Gelehrter Interview, Reds Salvage Win
    Jul 6 2026

    Topics include: Cincinnati Reds salvage a win in last game of series vs. Baltimore Orioles, plus an in-studio interview with the voice of FC Cincinnati, Tom Gelehrter, previewing Monday night's United States World Cup match vs. Belgium

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • 7/2/26: Hours 1 and 2, Reds Lose Again to Brewers, USMNT Wins

    7/2/26: Hours 1 and 2, Reds Lose Again to Brewers, USMNT Wins
    Jul 2 2026

    Topics include: Cincinnati Reds lose again in Milwaukee, USMNT beats Bosnia and Herzegovina

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    1 hr and 26 mins
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