Eric Sollenberger: The Man Behind PFT Commenter - Behind The Blog

PFT joins KFC to talk about everything from the early days at Kissing Suzy Kolber, to interviews with Deadspin, to his thoughts on Dave Portnoy. 2AM time slots on college radio. The time SB Nation lowballed him. The time Deadspin interviewed him. Does he have beef with Darren Rovell? Does he secretly hate Barstool? The meteoric rise of PMT. His relationship with Big Cat and Hank. The evolution of his character and launching Macrodosing. The Barstool Van Talk incident. Did ESPN try to hire him? Will he ever drop the shades? The man and the legend, PFT Commenter, on Behind the Blog.
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[@davidtomeo5105]

Clem

[@joekonowski7136]

Kb or Nick

[@markohman6873]

Hank and dan

[@Spuds55]

Rico... as polarizing as he is, it would draw the masses

[@kevbro9353]

Lil sas

[@devinrushing3276]

PFT is the man. Never met the guy but I feel like he’s been a friend of mine ever since I started listening to PMT

[@GJoel02]

This might be weird but PFT is on my shortlist of celebrities I’d like to meet in person

[@TCDAVIS22]

I was thinking this the other day. The day that PMT goes away, it'll be like losing two friends. He and Big Cat have molded the way that me and my friends crack jokes and think about sports. Sappy but really true.

[@tylerdemasters7153]

Agreed, great dude.

[@nickgolo6528]

Facts

[@zrp103]

Good homage to Eric. His brother really knows him well. RIPIP

[@KFCRadio]

😂 Who do you want to see next on Behind the Blog?

[@mattwilliams2703]

@@KFCRadio big cat or maybe an update from BFW

[@nathannone8319]

@@KFCRadio kayce

[@carsonketcher2340]

@@KFCRadio sas

[@blueraspberryguy5071]

KB

[@billm1520]

PFT has brought me so much joy and helped me through some hard times, makes me feel so comfortable hearing him talk

[@johnpeterson2335]

I feel like him and big kat been my friend for the last 4 years

[@brianberry90]

I'll legitimately be happy for PFT the day he feels like he can take the glasses off. I think it will almost be like the feeling of leaving the cubicle job for him.

[@meghanm6282]

He used to get soooooo mad when someone said his name on air like Smitty did when he just said "Eric". Now that everyone knows his real identify and have seen his wedding pictures when he was new born fawn, dont see the reason for the glasses anymore. Must be annoying to wear all the time too.

[@lw4791]

@@meghanm6282 wedding pictures?! Edit: holy shit how much better are girls then guys at stalking?! I just wanted to know his name & see his eyes in 2016/17 lol

[@wescassady764]

It literally happened like 30 minutes ago that’s wild

[@ap3xunlimited549]

That day has arrived 😤

[@Theiliteritesbian]

Nice paralleling - u should write those marvel movies

[@cookthebookbets]

Truly a guy’s guy. PFT on the first episode of Pardon My Take was the reason I got onto Barstool. The damn man.

[@follar00]

Yeah the only reason I found barstool was because I followed PFT from SB Nation

[@kmurdoch22]

@@follar00 bro same

[@justinvautour3862]

Same

[@quinnleavey8603]

This was so great! I know it sounds sad but PFT and big cat, give me so much happiness and help me get through the tough times

[@bradwoessner5292]

Not sad! I agree. Pardon my take is a great way for me to escape reality for a few moments

[@johnpeterson2335]

Pmt 3 times a week unless I'm in jail or dead baby! 4 life!

[@johnburke8375]

Kevin- not pretending to be mad at everything - is great. PFT also great.

[@akyloren10050]

This is Kevin at his peak right here

[@corywecker4026]

I really enjoy Kevin doing more serious stuff like this, he is really good at it. And also PFT absolute legend

[@ikeyman3]

Get Big Cat on. Would love to see him address the rumors that he in fact went to high school in Massachusetts and how he became the Chicago sports fan.

[@arnoldshepherds403]

He has stated on the record before he is from Massachusetts, and his Dad was a Chicago sports fan that made him become one

[@jakeb7108]

KFC radio episode called Dan Katz from like 3 years ago or so. Look it up

[@PyroJoe9]

This is one of my favorite pieces of barstool content I think I’ve watched. Watching you guys have a genuine conversation minus your shticks is awesome

[@MBergeron31]

One of KFC's best interviews. PFT is one of the main reasons I got into Barstool.

[@hadenmiller5653]

It is crazy to hear PFT talk about the night before Van Talk... I remember sitting in my living room in college literally watching Gordon Heyward snapping his ankle and reading Dave's tweets.

[@lukezanier7764]

This is so much better from the Frankie interview. Just for the sheer fact that Kevin dialled it back and allowed PFT to tell his story. These are really good, love the candid vibe. Would be cool for KFC to be interviewed one day

[@jaker779]

PFT went on Bomani and said Kirk Cousins interceptions were proof he throws a catchable ball. Greatest take ever…

[@HackDaMainframe]

First time I ever heard of him he was in bomani saying he’s harder than everyone in the nba or something like that because he lead his Rec league in fouls given

[@levivv]

damn do you have a link? his old bomani segments are so funny but hard to find

[@ryanvimba7215]

It is really cool to hear about PFT's long, winding path through his career. I always wanted to know more about his background, so this interview was perfect to showcase that. Great stuff.

[@clutchfan4298]

Great interview! Glad you touched on his relationship with Dave. PFTs the man!

[@littlecherries1]

This was a really incredible piece of content. Loved every second of it, so genuine.

[@TheRealLange21]

This was a very good interview. KFC is becoming a quality interviewer.

[@ryanprince5939]

This was great. Pft seems like he would be comfortable at a meth den or the mat gala. I find these very enjoyable

[@Buca25]

A Meth Gala

[@Doprahwinfrey]

It’s met*

[@lilmac4202]

Drug guy

[@Its_Funk]

Fantastic interview. Really appreciate the depth and not just asking softball questions. Will definitely keep up with this segment

[@lukeratzlaff4511]

PFT’s book had more plot in his ten-second synopsis than the NYT Bestsellers list, I’ll buy a hard copy for $50

[@KFCRadio]

😂 Thanks for watchin Luke! Who do you want to see on Behind the Blog next?

[@barryturmenne1663]

@@KFCRadio Carl or Eddy

[@49ERSoverEVERYBODY]

@@KFCRadio Dan

[@JHockeyFan]

Need Rear Admiral on Behind the Blog, since he’s technically (one of) the longest tenured blogger at Barstool.

[@laxjeff18]

Great stuff KFC, you’re a phenomenal interviewer and host! Need a Big Cat interview, as well as Feits, and the Chicago guys.

[@colbyhall1989]

Billy vs. Big T on the Macrodosing pod is hilarious. Fantastic banter.

[@henryhall1192]

Ooo

[@colbyhall1989]

@@henryhall1192 HALL!!!!

[@imnez12]

Wonton Donnie before he leaves for Italy would be an excellent interview..... And honestly after hearing so much about Nick your producer, I think I want to meet him. Maybe some of the new characters from the Dozen, your teammates, and of course KB and Nick

[@etb10]

Donnie’s already gone

[@brennanheidema1493]

PFT is the definition of a pioneer. Taking such massive risks to pursue what he loves and becoming wildly successful is inspiring. He’s brought me so many laughs over the years, I hope he continues being him and making content forever.

[@dannycasey]

Everyone needs an Eric Sollenberger in their life. Gone too soon. Thank you KFC and the brother of Eric for telling his story.

[@mydudechris]

Need a Wonton Don episode

[@NickHodge91]

Awesome interview! The sunglasses on all the throwback photos is hilarious

[@odhess]

what a listen. love btb. thanks kfc. love getting to know content people behind their content, so weird not really knowing someone you sped so much time being entertained by.

[@pokerjamers]

Thank you for this. It was amazing

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks Jamie! Who do you want to see next on Behind The Blog?

[@pokerjamers]

@@KFCRadio I was going to say Rone, but I'm watching that one now! I would say Nick and KB

[@madelinedrayton5773]

This was such a great interview. I would love to see Nick and KB next.

[@Andrew-nb6pe]

Seconding the Nick and KB. Love those guys a ton - they're hilarious, but I've never seen them be serious

[@BarryMcCaulkinerr]

This series is your best work. Should expand this.

[@joshw3198]

These are so good...really hope we get Dan & Dave ones in the future

[@kevincochran5659]

If you could get KB to let his guard down he would be a great interview

[@mattsean6164]

Phenomenal interview. So interesting. Thanks Kevin

[@Ian-yj9yx]

*posted 2 minutes in*

[@mattsean6164]

@@Ian-yj9yx he released the podcast this morning. Only the video is premiering now. Great try though!

[@lw4791]

@@mattsean6164 he’s 14 probably lol, doesn’t even understand podcasts as a concept just “first” comments on KZbin

[@samgraf7128]

Loved it Kevin. Hoping you continue with these with all of Barstool. Coley and Kayce would be my next in line

[@mattsean6164]

May be tough to swing with them not being in office but I would love to see this show with Carl or Eddie.

[@KFCRadio]

Love that idea. Chicago isnt a long flight.

[@danieljacobson9097]

WhiteSox Dave too- what’s that guy like not in character?

[@garyspencer484]

@@danieljacobson9097 He’s never in character

[@10owenj]

Carl for sure would be incredible

[@mattsean6164]

@@10owenj Yes absolutely. It seems like he had a very interesting path to barstool with college baseball, Labor jobs, the cube life, etc

[@colinconnell5146]

I loved this. I’m a big fan and really have never seen the two talk before😂 also I’m calling PFT Eric from now on

[@samanthasheley7125]

I love this. Sitting here relating to everything being said. Super real.

[@elliottjacobs5126]

"You know who eles is addicted to the blitz, the H-man." - PFT commentator

[@jackielofton1130]

I was always curious to know more about the man behind the sunglasses. As a former software sales rep who is now stuck in a cube while married with a mortgage, I can genuinely say I am envious of you all. Good stuff KFC

[@emilyw9021]

Please do Feits!!!!!! This is my favorite series on Barstool, you do great 1x1 interviews, I always learn so much!

[@cody2502]

harrisonburg, va is my hometown! i used to party at JMU over holidays or whenever my schools breaks would match up. i recall a Stool Scenes episode or maybe history of barstool and they show PFT with friends in one of the Hunter's Ridge townhouses. that was the development in which my group of friends partied the most. another great episode, in a great series.

[@josephmcglawn2133]

My favorite Barstool employee. Loved this episode!

[@matth8838]

This was Elite!

[@ryanb3420]

PFT is what lead me to follow barstool. follwed him from SBnation and the steamroom. miss the MMBM very much. the dudes writing brought a lot of joy to my days.

[@tannerwoods6114]

PFT is one of a kind. Don't personally know the guy, but he seems like a stand up guy and is so witty and funny. Absolute star.

[@jmark1124]

Definitely savant esque

[@KFCRadio]

Absolute king. Who do you want to see next on Behind the Blog?

[@philymc2801]

@@KFCRadio 100% Red Ed

[@jmark1124]

Bring back the old heads, like Maurice or that LA Nick maybe...I'm sure there's plenty of guys that aren't familiar

[@MichaelHodshon]

@@KFCRadio Eddie

[@aarondonald1611]

PFT is the reason I watch Barstool stuff. Good man

[@dustycheddar4261]

Great interview KFC, love PFT and getting to see this side of him. Coley next?

[@lw4791]

Coley would be a good one, just because he’s pretty much an open book with a crazy life

[@jtsteez808]

This was great

[@KPBaggs]

Nick and KB would be an interesting BTB

[@JoeBlow-xn7fp]

This was so good.

[@tloves2eat]

This is the best KFC content. Any of the frank and frankettes would be interesting

[@49ERSoverEVERYBODY]

I love PFT he is one of a kind and very unique and that’s what’s great about barstool they have real people that aren’t wearing suites every time they are on screen screen and really say what they want and don’t hold back.

[@steenoneal]

Kevin, having a real down to earth conversation sets the level of depth to you both so well. It's such a great way to reflect as someone in a more "non 9 to 5" gig. Keep making greatness!

[@juandamiennebraska338]

PFT is who got me into barstool. Legend!!

[@Mars-oj1lk]

Great interview Kevin! I would love to see Big Cat, Carl, Eddie, Riggs

[@ajellis2891]

Who is that shirtless guy with the mustache is on the Pardon My Take banner?

[@paulgracia2626]

Right always wanted to know. Can’t be pft

[@Tangyflerp]

PFT is such a gem

[@TheSirDenis2]

Great episode

[@anthonybattaglia3041]

Hank would be great! I know we all know his story well. But he is a man of the people and have done so much for Barstool.

[@breezed2154]

Great stuff

[@drewstaples9648]

KFC you have been killing it on content!! Keep it up bro!!

[@mullarky]

this was a very good interview

[@cameronchewning8742]

Love how pft is himself on PMT and he’s so funny and being himself it’s just awesome

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks for watchin Cameron! Who do you want to see on Behind the Blog next?

[@JHockeyFan]

@@KFCRadio Carrabis or Kayce

[@AlwaysReppinIowa]

Best behind the blog so far. Was awesome learning so much more about Commenter.

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks for tunin in Kyle! Who do you want to see next on Behind the Blog?

[@Ipackwood69]

@@KFCRadio We need to hear from Handsome Hank !

[@justzach10]

@@KFCRadio hank!!!

[@colemcreynolds3229]

Without a doubt the best interveiw I've seen from barstool, please re-release the book

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks for the kind words Cole! Who do you want to see on Behind the Blog next?

[@colemcreynolds3229]

@@KFCRadio feel like Riggs or Big Cat could be pretty good ones to do

[@georgemichaels3rdnut]

Growing up in the same area as PFT its dope to see our local celeb finally get his full story out

[@quinnjones354]

Yeah especially I’m a Jmu freshman so now I know not to go to Rockingham memorial hospital hahah

[@georgemichaels3rdnut]

@@quinnjones354 PFT shows up against NDSU and gives the pregame speech lol

[@trevorhawkins8757]

I would love to listen to a Behind the Blog with Bayou Ben. I feel like that interview could last six hours, though.

[@evanschurman7879]

PFT is just the best…. Awesome interview!

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks for watchin! Who do you want to see next on Behind The Blog?

[@antoniopetrazzuolo6394]

@@KFCRadio Clem, Frank the Tank, Wonton Don, or Mintzy

[@chazpuckett4659]

@@KFCRadio Thee Wonton Don! PFT has been the one I’ve been waiting for, this series good shit -KFC keep it up

[@silkeden1]

So fascinating to learn Phil Hendrie was a key radio influence on PFT early on! Hendrie's split personalities of Lloyd Bonafide and Martha Bingum and Pastor Rennick, etc., were absolute, GONZO, radio gold!

[@dunhammt]

This was very good

[@Doubleminor111]

My Favorite barstool employee this was awesome Pft

[@Devturd24]

Nothing makes me laugh harder when I’m listening to PMT than PFT’s and Big Cat’s laughs when they both crack up haha so good

[@johnklee3843]

What’s better than two grown men laughing..?

[@guimaraesrosa100]

@@johnklee3843 Two men PFT and KFC blowing each other

[@jak2me]

Funniest twitter personality, most dedicated person to their craft and researching for interviews in hilarious ways, and there’s a reason so many people anticipated this to hear the story of pft from internet troll to the most iconic person on the internet

[@javiergarza2191]

PFT Rocking out that Napoli old school jersey....Respect

[@huskerkid9550]

Love this content. Would love to see Big Cat or Nic on here and see the real side of them with Kev asking all the good questions

[@guimaraesrosa100]

I'm pretty sure that he is called Fat Cat now.

[@shanenelson9218]

@@guimaraesrosa100 Assault.

[@paepaepae]

Love you PFT

[@billyhilton2737]

PFT is simply the best.

[@Idkwhattomakethisacc]

Browns fan here, love the video

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks for watchin Mitch! Who do you want to see next on Behind The Blog?

[@ebitdareadthebook1535]

Damn that is wild he is getting paid $80k an episode for PMT

[@daveminion6209]

PFT = Physical Fitness Test (USMC acronym for annual PT test: 3 mile run, pull ups, crunches) PFT = some funny guy with long hair, that does adverts with BigCat (Pro Football T., Barstool blogger)

[@cflatland]

Fran was great on token ceo and has an interesting story that I’d love to hear more about. Trent would be a fantastic listen as well.

[@travispark715]

Kevin this was so good. You’re a great interviewer. Putting all of the attention on the guest. This was so good

[@RooNoDip]

Would definitely like to see Nick and KB be real with you and not joking around and give you more than what we usually see. I mean those two are the funniest at Barstool but it’d be cool to see a good conversation between the 3 of you

[@bronzino_the_neat_freak2681]

PFT>> TYFYS much love brother. Shout out Macrodosing !

[@clayfoster9303]

RIP Eric. Gone but never forgotten

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks for the kind words Alex! Who do you want to see on Behind the Blog next?

[@jazzturkey2108]

we definitely need a print of that book. signed copies.

[@cameronchaloux1135]

When KFC talked about "for love of the game" I really felt that, once you find a position that you love it all changes.

[@kawkinbawls9345]

Need that book!

[@KFCRadio]

Oh absolutely need that hard copy

[@brianseg8519]

PFT - you the MAN!

[@KFCRadio]

Thanks for watching Brian! Who do you want to see next on Behind the Blog?

[@justzach10]

@@KFCRadio hank!!!

[@chasetrunnell3936]

This was awesome. Big cat would be a great guest too

[@keithfissel1884]

Solid dude!

[@Frogtoad44]

Was not ready for that sick ass intro

[@davidyi2805]

We love pft

[@parkervoth2585]

Would love to see KB or Nick on. Maybe together

[@janski1982]

Great fucking interview!!! Hopefully you'll have a Big Cat interview in the future🙏🏼

[@nickballas7114]

Need the book ASAP. Would be 100 copies (maybe not probably just 1 but still need the book)