Episode 100 is here, in the flesh, or in this case, in the computer. This episode is so big, we’ve cut it up into five parts. The DL, in conjunction with washintgonpost.com was given the opportunity to go behind the scenes with Monday Night Football. These interviews took place throughout the day, and into the night.

Today, we present Parts 1 and 2. Part 3 is an interview with MNF producer Jay Rothman. Part 4 is a sit-down with Suzy Kolber. Part 5 is actually a two-part interview with Mike Tirico. These interviews will be coming in the next few days, but first...

Part 1 is a chat with everyone’s favorite kvetcher, Anthony Irwin Kornheiser. We talk about his return to radio, or lack thereof, and why he’s made that decision. We also talk about the life of doing Monday Night Football and how to balance that with doing a daily radio show in the off-season. Is that balance possible for him? This is Tony, on the record, talking about his future in radio. Pretty exclusive stuff.

We also talk about Tony’s role on Monday Night Football, and if he feels he’s gotten any better at the job. Does he listen to what the critics say? Does he care that whatever he does makes “bloggy news?”

Part 2 is a sit down with Ron Jaworski. Jaws and I talk about his love of doing Monday Night Football games in Philly, and how exciting it is to do games from home. We also talk about his preparation during the week, from the Matchup Show to all the research and preparation it takes for each highlight that may be on the screen for 30 seconds.

And while we are breaking news, we talk with Jaws about the future of the AFL. He gives us his information as to whether the league will ever be back, and if so, when. (Gave a little away there, didn’t I). We also talk about the economics of sports. The AFL is on break. The NFL had more layoffs. Is anything recession proof?

Great kickoff to the 100th show. Look for more in the coming days.