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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
  • 8/13/26: Hours 3 and 4, Travis Steele Interview, Players to Watch in Preseason Opener

    8/13/26: Hours 3 and 4, Travis Steele Interview, Players to Watch in Preseason Opener
    Aug 13 2026

    Topics include: in-studio interview with Miami Redhawks head men's basketball coach Travis Steele, players to watch in the Bengals preseason opener, and more

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • 8/13/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Preseason Opener, O-Line Confidence, Reds Lose

    8/13/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Preseason Opener, O-Line Confidence, Reds Lose
    Aug 13 2026

    Topics include: Bengals open their preseason slate against the Detroit Lions, confidence in the Bengals O-Line, and the Reds loss to the White Sox on Wednesday

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    Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy

    Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy

    Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/

    Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.mixlr.com/

    Follow First Word on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstWordCincy

    Follow the Crown on Twitter: https://x.com/TheCincyCrown

    Follow the Crown on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecincycrown/

    Follow James on Twitter (X): https://x.com/JamesRapien

    Follow Marisa on Twitter (X): https://x.com/M_Contipelli

    Follow Jacob on Twitter (X): https://x.com/JacobTissot
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • 8/12/26: Hours 3 and 4, Rapien's Best Bengals, Contipelli's Countdown, Reds Preview

    8/12/26: Hours 3 and 4, Rapien's Best Bengals, Contipelli's Countdown, Reds Preview
    Aug 12 2026

    Topics include: Rapien's Best Bengals of the 2026 season, Contipelli's Countdown, Reds/White Sox preview, and more

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    Subscribe to First Word on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstWordCincy

    Follow First Word on Twitter: https://x.com/FirstWordCincy

    Follow First Word on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstwordcincy/

    Listen to First Word LIVE on Mixlr: https://thecrown.mixlr.com/

    Follow First Word on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstWordCincy

    Follow the Crown on Twitter: https://x.com/TheCincyCrown

    Follow the Crown on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecincycrown/

    Follow James on Twitter (X): https://x.com/JamesRapien

    Follow Marisa on Twitter (X): https://x.com/M_Contipelli

    Follow Jacob on Twitter (X): https://x.com/JacobTissot
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    1 hr and 27 mins
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