The Message Pitch: Recent Episodes
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An honest, open, conversation about sports. We’re like your favorite sports bar and grill. Except we don’t serve food. And the health department isn’t questioning our methods.
It's a long one, but a good one. The guys are here to give you the inside scoop on bowls you didn't realize existed...and don't want to miss. They also predict the CFP National Title game and winner.
No, we haven’t recorded since the CFB previews. Yes, we are picking up where we left off. Yes, it will be fun.
It’s here! The big show. The guys break down the Southeastern Conference team by team, giving their predictions on what to watch for in the top conference in college football.
The show before THE show. The guys are back and joined by college football correspondent Jordo to talk about the national scene and the ever-changing landscape of College FOOTBAWL in 2023. This week, we talk the field. Next week, we talk the SEC.
This is what you've been waiting for: The Message Pitch gives our picks for baseball in 2023. Everything you could ask for, including a Braves fan and Phillies fan talking the NL East, plus #A’sToNashville becomes a thing.
One of our hallowed traditions—the March Madness Preview episode. Tune in and learn the fine art of getting your bracket absolutely destroyed by the end of round one. Also, a special guest joins the show.
One of our best episodes yet. If you call yourself a fan of the spectacle that is Pro Football’s biggest game, this one’s for you. We cover the teams, the storylines, the commercials, and the odds for the #Chiefs vs #Eagles matchup. #SuperBowlLVII
The first episode of Season 5 has a shakeup in the lineup, a special guest host, and the guys breaking down some of the most classic SB ads of all time. Leaning into the pop culture side of The Message Pitch, the guys discuss what works, what doesn’t and why.
This is it. The third and final installment of our 2022 Bowl Pickem Show. We talk National Championship, New Year’s Six Bowls, and of course, Purdue. Enjoy, and thanks for listening!
Part II of III. It’s that time of year again! College Football bowl season is upon us, and the TMP Bowl Big Show is here. The guys team up with guests past and new to give to the insight (and hindsight) into how to pick your bowls correctly, as well as some thoughts on the season.
It’s that time of year again! College Football bowl season is upon us, and the TMP Bowl Big Show is here. The guys team up with guests past and new to give to the insight (and hindsight) into how to pick your bowls correctly, as well as some thoughts on the season.
Soccer expert Matt drops knowledge on the World Cup, going in-depth with amazing analysis on the US and the tournament as a whole, and the guys talk about the recent Auburn hire, not necessarily in that order.
College football correspondent Jordo joins the group to talk issues with powerhouses, coaching searches, and much, much more--all before accidentally ghosting.
It’s always a good time when college football correspondent Jordo joins the guys, and this week was a good time. He comes on this week to talk the hits —and misses— of the ‘22 CFB season so far. You don’t want to miss this.
Swerving from football this week, we take a look at the 2022 baseball playoffs, and then talk bestvwalkout songs of all time—and our personal favorites.
The guys take a look at the world of college football and the baseball playoff picture—and then delve into the finer aspects of Smash Mouth, the band. Yep, it’s that kind of episode.
The guys talk about the MASSIVE upsets pulled by teams in the Sun Belt Conference (know known as the Fun Belt), what it means for the teams that lost, and also talk about some key points from NFL ‘22 Week One.
The guys are back to discuss and predict more FOOTBAWL this week, taking on the NFL. This week’s episode features wild predictions, high drama, and a rogue noise threatening to derail the podcast. Will the guys hang on and deliver? Better than the AFC South, that’s for sure.
The big kahuna. Our largest, most expansive, and honestly BEST episode yet. College football correspondent Jordo joins the guys to break down our fans’ consensus favorite conference — the S.E.C.
It’s that time of year again. College FUHBAWL, as Matt would (and will) say is here again, and The Message Pitch is too. This week, we cover the entire NCAA Division I-A (FCS, whatever) with a notable exception — our SEC special is next week.
Like a good sequel, it’s back—with a vengeance. The follow up to the successful 2020 March Movie Madness Tournament starts March 18. It’s big, it’s controversial, and it sure to get us some angry emails. We just hope it does well at the box office. No CGI involved.
Tired of getting beaten in your office bracket pool? Wanting to make that jump from 8-9 seed to the Final Four? The guys give their opinions on what works, what doesn’t, and how to embrace the magic that is March Madness…for your own sanity.
The guys take on one of their storied traditions: Previewing the Big Game, the Big Commercials, and Will gives out the Willy Awards for the as they review the NFL season.
The guys talk Will’s stunning Turkey Bowl loss, Ted Lasso’s incredible awesomeness, how right and horribly wrong our preseason predictions were, Drew tells a story, and we talk SEC Championship.
The guys delve into one of the most game-changing (pun intended?) video game system of their lives: the Nintendo 64.
We’re taking a little bit of a detour in the month of October, and talking video games. The history of them, our experience with them, our favorite games, systems, characters, and more! Today’s episode discusses each of our histories and introductions to video games.
The guys put together a review of the football weekend and preview of baseball playoffs, Drew fends off sinus issues, Will fends off tears from the Dolphins, and Matt keeps it all together.
The guys take on the changing landscape of the NFL, and give predictions for just about everything…except the last game of the year. Trigger Warning: If you’re a Bengals fan, Will isn’t kind.
It’s the episode you’ve been waiting on: the guys tackle the burning questions facing the teams in the SEC, give their predictions, and do it as only they can. This one’s for you guys.
After a long break, the guys are back, and just in time for football season! They’re taking on everyone but the SEC…which will get its own preview next week!
The guys take on a whole bunch of topics in this abbreviated first podcast of 2021. NFL Trades, a Super Bowl preview, NHL talk and a special Message Pitch overtime segment.
It’s been a rough 2020. We’re here to help you make it through the Wild Card Game of holidays.
The guys start a new season and try to navigate a COVID-19 sports world, Will’s gonna be a dad, Drew’s into yoga, and Matt’s working on his long game. We missed you guys.
The boys break down the NFL Draft, who to watch, and how the Raiders and Jets will mystify everyone, crowd or no crowd. This is the first-ever Message Pitch Mock Draft!
The guys reflect on the life and loss of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and all those who perished in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26. The guys also look at life, it’s fragility, and how wonderful a gift it is. It’s not your average Message Pitch episode, but one you don’t want to miss.
The boys start the new season with a new format and style, but continue to bring the sports talk you’ve come to love. Leach in StarkVegas, Saints blow it again, and of course, they take on the new man on the Minnesota Vikings.
The boys give an update on their hiatus, as well as a heartfelt explanation of the future of TMP. You won’t want to miss this. Plus, it’s short.
The guys dish on the NFL, Drew ponders several random questions, and Will disappears mid show, while Matt keeps it 100.
The guys give a lowdown on the World Series, Week 8 of College Football....and Halloween review.
The guys answer rapid fire questions about sports situations, take on the World Series, Canadian Baseball, and much more.
The guys talk The Year of the Backup Quarterback, some of our most painful losses, and some of the best rec sports moments that you’ve discussed. Don’t worry Braves fans, we’re here for you.
College kids gettin’ paid for their likeness (something we never had to worry about), the first-ever Willys, Will’s quarter-year awards, and MLB predictions for the postseason.
The guys discuss their favorite sports video games and a new college football game, and hear from you about your favorites as well. You’ve got Player 2, no network connection needed. Grab a controller (or your headphones) and let’s go!
Battling some electrical issues, the guys forge on with a new format and discuss an MLB Postseason Preview-Preview, Gardiner Minshew and his ‘stache and the Tulane Green Wave pulling a sweet fake kneel for the win.
The guys delve into College Football and the NFL, and debut a new segment: X’s and O’s.
The guys preview the NFL season and give you some tips for your fantasy football league this year...for free!
The guys get up before the sun and give you the lowdown and landscape of the college football season before anyone else.
Matt takes some letters from fans. Drew takes on the rebooted XFL. And Will...takes on everyone.
The guys dive into the Cowboy’s contract disputes, Dabo and ring distribution, and how a Bengal gets its stripes this week.
Meet the guys of The Message Pitch, who we are and what this podcast is all about, and hear a brief smattering of some sports talk. Run Time: Just south of an hour.