{"podcast":{"title":"Bleav in Cavs","slug":"bleav-in-cavs-5549515","podcast_index_feed_id":5549515,"rss_url":"https://feeds.simplecast.com/s_LwHEd2","website_url":"https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-cavs/","image_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/ec3032c0-8f6c-492f-ac75-1ad630b8e70d/282b3d23-76a9-497e-bb0e-30da5bd229ee/3000x3000/cavs.jpg?aid=rss_feed","author":"Bleav","episode_count":106,"summary":"Bleav in Cavs with Luke Williams is your go-to podcast for all things Cleveland Cavaliers. Hosted by sports analyst and passionate Cavs voice Luke Williams, this show delivers in-depth coverage of every game, breaking news, trade rumors, and player storylines shaping the future of the Wine and Gold. Luke brings sharp analysis and authentic fan perspective to keep you locked in all season long. 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