Matt on the Mic: Recent Episodes
Matt Castello
First, Matt gives his take on Nuggets-Timberwolves Game 1 (1:07) and a quick thought on Magic-Cavs Game 7 (5:05). Then, after each team's exit from the NBA postseason, he shares his evaluation of impending doom for the 76ers (8:17), Lakers (15:42), Bucks (22:31), Suns (27:00), and Clippers (35:05).
It's been a quarter-century since Star Wars was revitalized on the big screen for what has come to be known as "the prequel trilogy." This weekend, 'The Phantom Menace' returns to theaters. Watch along with Matt and his old pal Wilson Beaver as the two look back on a cultural relic and discuss how well this movie has held up (6:34). They also examine the hit-or-miss potential of Jar-Jar Binks (9:20), the potential power of Darth Maul (13:39), and the REAL phantom menace of this film (16:22). Matt appreciates 'Duel of the Fates' and asks whether this film's climactic lightsaber duel is the best in Star Wars history (23:04). They spend time examining the savior-qualities of Anakin Skywalker (29:00) and perhaps the most important quote in Star Wars canon (44:04). Finally, they share some Easter eggs they observed (47:49) and Wilson reveals the celebrity who almost played Mace Windu (63:00). Now this is podcasting!
With the NFL Draft a few days out, Matt turns to Juan, Nick, and Chris with a quick draft of things they aren't actually drafting but would be fun to draft (0:54). Then, a mock draft for Thursday's first round that you literally won't find anywhere else (23:49).
In the first half, Matt shares four observations after listening through Taylor Swift's newly released album "The Tortured Poets Department" (11:32). Then, fresh off the heels (heelers?) of the latest 'Bluey' saga, Matt gives his thoughts on 'Bluey' Season 3, Episode 49, "The Sign" while he shares his Pantheon of 'Bluey' episodes (11:32).
With the NBA Playoffs beginning, Matt dials up fellow hoops-head Ian Goldsmith to discuss the surprising result of the Kings-Warriors play-in game and the possible end of these Warriors as we know them (4:52), touch on the Lakers-Pelicans clash and the elusive potentiality of Zion Williamson (21:07), and give their playoff conference finalists (28:07). Then, they conduct a draft of #2 guys on playoff contenders (41:09).
In this Q&A episode, Matt answers the questions that almost nobody asked him. He offers thoughts on the men's and women's college hoops tournaments (1:16), provides a thought on the NIT (4:16), and shares his picks for this year's men's tournament (8:20). Then, he predicts the Bears move at #1 in the upcoming NFL Draft (11:10), addresses the Steelers nutty first week of the transactional offseason (14:45), and doles out his best free agent signing from the last week (21:27).
Matt is joined by the Tyson to his Hinrich, the Kenyon to his Kidd, the Peja to his Bibby--Ian Goldsmith to debrief the NBA's All-Star Weekend (3:57), propose a change to All-Star Saturday Night's 3-Point Competition (15:41) and Slam Dunk Contest (20:11). They provide praise for Wemby (30:29) and Ian offers a fun hypothetical ROY race (35:27). They discuss the potentialities for Joel Embiid (42:27), weigh a Tatum v. Brunson conversation (56:27), and cap the pod by making conference championship projections (61:38).
Matt calls his cousin Drew Marsom to chat the Deadpool trailer dropped during the Super Bowl. They discuss the return of the TVA & Mobius(?) (3:19) and the inclusion of Wolverine (6:49). Drew shares a riveting theory for the plot of the film (10:59) and the cousins ponder a new potential big bad for Marvel--possibly spotted in the trailer (16:39). They spend some time questioning the importance of an R-rating for the film (19:49) and chat the ramifications of Wolverine's entry into the MCU (28:49) before highlighting the comparisons to "Spider-Man: No Way Home" in terms of expectations. Then, these two superheroheads ponder a world with Robert Downey Jr. and the MCU in different circumstances (43:49), question Pedro Pascal as the frontman for a new Fantastic Four (49:49), look ahead to a new Mandalorian & Grogu movie (59:06), and dissect recent casting decisions for "Superman: Legacy" (64:38).
For the second year in a row, Matt calls his pals Juan, Nick, and Chris to run through favorite and crazy Super Bowl prop bets including passing props (3:56), receiving props (13:17), a slew of rushing props (18:59), Matt's favorite bet (32:07), and Juan's best bets (36:23) before talking MVP odds (41:59). Finally, the fellas had to discuss Taylor Swift-related bets, including some truly zany ones (49:46).
In response to Mike Tomlin returning to the Steelers for the 2024 season, Matt starts by reading a list of all the teams with a playoff win since the last Steelers postseason victory (6:00). Then, Matt and Juan compete in a slim slate of Divisional Round games guessing Vegas lines (15:24). Finally, Juan shares a whiskey tasting story (39:06) and Matt shares a Teachable Moment (45:14).
Matt starts this episode with a few thoughts on Nick Saban's legacy, what's next for Alabama, and what this means for college football at large (0:48). Then, Juan offers his no-prep, on-the-spot Vegas odds for where Jim Harbaugh might coach next in the NFL (13:02). The two pals match elite guessing Vegas lines for the NFL's Wild Card Round (25:18) and Juan ends the episode by explaining how he ended up banned from PayPal (49:22).
To start the episode, Matt admits among friends two instances where he was wrong concerning the Steelers (4:03). Then, after a brief Panthers check-in (13:44), he joins Juan and Chris guessing Vegas lines for the last, uniquely circumstanced week of the NFL regular season (24:18).
The Tomlinites asked and, like the big bearded guy himself, Matt delivers: his list of coaches across the league he would take over Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh (1:08). The fellas hold a therapy session as Matt runs through the coaches around the league he'd take over Mike T in four categories, including his prime replacement for the head man in Pittsburgh (16:40). Then, the four friends guess the Vegas lines for Christmas weekend games (95:02).
First, Matt recaps this year's Heisman Trophy ceremony and throws out a couple contenders for 2024, plus his Heisman winner for next season (0:38). Then, for the second season in a row, a not-quite-in-depth-but-definitely-not-casual look at the college football bowl season including superlatives (17:01), picks straight-up and against the spread (22:14), and other thoughts.
Vegas Juan checks in to first help Matt create a college football-styled top 4 among the NFL's elite (10:07). Then, the two look ahead to the Week 14 NFL slate via Vegas lines. They consider how low is too high for an over/under line for this Thursday's miserable Steelers-Patriots game, the up-for-grabs AFC South, a potential-laden Bills-Chefs matchup, and a terrific Sunday Night NFC East showdown (25:11).
It's the first week of December, which means it's officially Christmas season, which means it's time to welcome back to the podcast Matt's cousin Drew Marsom to break down the best Christmas movies and decide on a winner--bracket style--one movie at a time.In this mega-jam-packed episode, the two cousins chat out 24 Christmas movies on their merits and faults. They talk new school v. old school, classics v. cult faves, and all the claymation in-between.If you'd like to follow along with the bracket, feel free to follow @mattonthemicpod on Instagram."Maybe Christmas, they thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more."
After the news that the Panthers have fired Frank Reich, Matt brings on Juan to share his feelings in a safe space, rationalize his choices for new coach, and evaluate odds-on favorites for the job. Then, Matt endures his own hopeless situation of guessing Vegas lines against Vegas Juan (38:57).
In this jam-packed episode, Matt welcomes the Tomlinites--Juan, Chris, and Nick--to determine the good, bad teams vs. the bad, good teams (17:02), guess Week 12 Vegas lines (33:18), and take turns considering what certain individuals from the NFL have to be thankful for this holiday season (61:25).
In their weekly chat, Matt starts by quizzing Juan on the colleges of select quarterbacks from yesterday's games. Then, Matt tries to outlast Juan in guessing Week 10 lines as they discuss the crummy Panthers, the oh-so-fun Texans, the "Bird-Off" between the Falcons and Cardinals, an electric Lions-Chargers matchup, and Matt gives love to the BACK Raiders (17:03).
On Hallow's Eve Eve, Matt hosts Juan to first discuss a few spooky situations including the Kirk Cousins' injury (5:18), the greatness of DeAndre Hopkins (7:40), and the worst component of the Deshaun Watson situation (12:36). To wrap, they take their best guesses at Week 9 NFL game lines (20:08).
In another weekly chat among longtime friends, Juan joins Matt to talk out the week that was in the NFL. They discuss another stupid Steelers win and George Pickens comparisons (6:41), have a conversation about any lingering or developing Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce annoyances (14:01), and get into Matt's Top 10 for the week (18:40). Then, the two take their best guesses at Week 8 lines (22:23).
In Part 2 of this season's mega-preview, Matt and Ian Goldsmith discuss MVP picks and this decade's Giannis v. Jokic question, coach of the year candidates, the triumvirate of Rookie of the Year contenders, players who could potentially be traded, teams set to flop or surprise, and debate who they would take as the first overall pick in a fantasy league.
Matt calls up his fellow hoops fan, Ian Goldsmith, to break things down a week out from the start of the season. Ian brings his tiers of teams to the pod to help guide the two talking out contenders, duds, and too-soons. They mix in some Vegas over/unders, discuss player impressions, and touch on much more.
Matt starts this episode by comparing Mike Tomlin to a famous literary character. He proceeds to draft quarterbacks he would start a team with before Kenny Pickett (11:55), before joining Juan in guessing Week 6 lines. Then, finally, the much-anticipated reveal of the Ten Commandments of betting NFL games, spearheaded by Vegas Juan himself (44:30).
Joined by The Tomlinites--except for Nick who was at another conference--Matt, Juan, and Chris start by sharing out how truly horrible all their teams are currently. Then they recap Sunday's action before looking ahead guessing Week 4 lines.
Matt is joined by Chris, Nick, and Juan to initially have a post-wrap on Clemson's frustrating defeat to Florida State on Saturday, with Juan having been in Death Valley for the crushing loss. Then, they discuss Sunday's Week 3 results, with Chris having attended the Dolphins' score-fest live. They wrap guessing Week 4 lines.
Matt hangs around guessing Week 2 Lines with Juan long enough to then exhibit authentic disgust with the Steelers (46:45). They also chat Vegas accounting for Week 1 in setting this week's lines, ponder the Chiefs and the weird Falcons, and Juan chokes on his whiskey.
For the third straight year, Matt calls up his trusty pal Juan to chat the NFL's opening slate of games, guessing the Vegas lines for each game. The two friends discuss the Steelers hosting the 49ers, the potential-laden Jaguars, the sure-to-be terrible Cardinals and Texans, and two confusing night games this opening weekend.
Less than 48 hours ahead of the first true Saturday of the college football season, Matt gives a brief rundown of the games to come over Labor Day Weekend. He starts with a lackluster Thursday night before hitting on Deion Sanders's debut as Colorado head coach (2:50), the dying Pac-12's marquee games featuring highly ranked Oregon and Washington (5:42), Alabama and its flaws (10:07), and the huge LSU-FSU tilt Sunday night (13:44).
Every college football fan has his or her favorite superstitions, memories, and traditions. Brian Mekler joins Matt to draft their top 12.
Don't let anyone tell you different: this weekend, college football is BACK! Matt gives his take on all the conference realignment this summer, before dishing out his Playoff teams for the upcoming season (0:54). Then, he shares a wide-view reaction to the first two episodes of the newest Star Wars television show, 'Ahsoka' (15:20).
Brian Mekler hops back on with Matt to go division by division, predicting records, division standings, and playoff outcomes for the upcoming NFL season. They ponder the ceiling for the Bills (9:10), and the most intriguing team from the NFC North (29:24), predict the AFC South (38:18), and Matt throws out a weird trade for San Francisco (45:11), before Matt gives this year's "So Crazy It Could Happen" Super Bowl Parlay (55:44). They finish with a few predicted storylines for the season to come (58:15).
Nick, Juan and Chris join the chat to discuss futures for the upcoming NFL season, including Coach of the Year, Rookies of the Year, Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, and MVP. Then, the fellas take turns sharing bold predictions.
One eviction into the 25th season of CBS's 'Big Brother,' Matt gets his former housemate Juan on the call to discuss memories from rooming together in college, BB game strategy, and Matt shares this year's much-anticipated list of his Big Brother Nicknames.
Matt puts on his best porkpie hat to share spoiler-free thoughts from Universal's new film, Oppenheimer. Then, he breaks down his favorite Christopher Nolan films (4:36) before finishing with a few books he believes would make for great adapted screenplays (11:37).
A week out from MLB All-Star festivities, Matt brings on Juan to discuss baseball's first half and Shohei Ohtani, among other items. The two then play a game of "is that a real player or not?" (18:36) before ending with a second game of "Crazy? or Kyrie?" in honor of Juan's guy, Kyrie Irving (37:08).
Matt grabs a plate of spaghetti and calls up his cousin Drew to discuss the revelatory enigma that is "The Flash." The two slap their heels together to discuss the magnificence of Ben Affleck's Batman, the return of Michael Keaton's Batman, Barry Allen's emotional journey, and the film's place in the DC Universe. They wrap with some other DC news, including Drew's thoughts on the recently announced "Superman: Legacy" casting announcement. Let's get nuts.
The Denver Nuggets are 2023 NBA Champions, and Matt brings on the one and only IaNBA to talk it out. The two discuss Nikola Jokic's Finals and his place among the game's all-time greats, early Finals favorites for next season, and they give a quick primer for NBA offseason movement.
Matt rocks with a one-man band, hoping not to disrupt a canon event, for this episode. He dives into the sequel to 2018's "Into the Spider-Verse," going spoiler-free before slinging spoiler-loaded reaction to this cinematic masterpiece.
Noting the importance of family, Matt calls up a member of his own family, Cousin Drew, to offer praise and criticism for what was assumed to be the last Fast & Furious installment. They breakdown the Fast Five callback, Dante Reyes as a villain, the death sacrifice of (redacted!), the last scene, and that post-credits scene. Let's race!
Matt teams up with his Buddy Brian, Old Pal Wilson Beaver, and newcomer Manny Mustaro as they fly away together into the forever and beautiful sky to recap the most recent, most poignant, most captivating entry to the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. The discuss the intensity of the film, the MVP of the movie, and the High Evolutionary as a villain. They ponder the mid- and post-credits scenes, and Wilson explores a massive theory. Finally, they rank the film. Joob joob.
First, Matt has a moment with this magical start for the Pittsburgh baseball club. Then, Matt and Juan test each other on the current whereabouts of non-star big leaguers.
Matt realizes that Mandalorian fans are stronger together and teams up with his old pal Wilson to chat out the season finale of The Mandalorian. They discuss their instant reactions and fond appreciations for this episode and this season, tie in larger Star Wars universe implications, and offer thoughts towards an inevitable Season 4.
Matt and his old pal Wilson pour one out for Paz Vizla as they break down the most recent episode of The Mandalorian. They once again discuss the notion of the Armorer as this season's true big baddie, the continuing ambiguity of episode titles, and recent Star Wars Celebration. Plus, Wilson drops a bombshell thought for what could happen in next week's season finale.
Like two factions united by a cause, Matt and Wilson come together to share their thoughts on the star-studded 6th entry in season 3 of The Mandalorian. They discuss the big time celeb cameos, the hokier side of the Filoni/Favreau-Verse, the big-time final scene, and they also dive deep into further Star Wars lore.
Matt is back at it with his old pal Wilson after a one week break, looking at the last two episodes of The Mandalorian. The two discuss the emerging role of Bo Katan, Easter Eggs galore, and explore a whole galaxy of potential paths for the show to take.
Matt and Wilson board a train of thought together, as they hash out the most recent addition to Star Wars canon--welcoming back one Dr. Pershing and saying hello to the new Elia Kane and the reborn Bo Katan Kryze.
First, Matt shares his thinking on March Madness, including his criteria for picking games, best matchups and lurkers, and his Final Four picks. Then, Juan pops on for some NFL chatter and QB comparisons with baseball players from years past.
Like Din and Grogu, Matt and Wilson are in for another adventure tackling this week's episode of "The Mandalorian." They sift out their feelings regarding the epic return to Mandalore, Bo Katan coming to Mando's aid, and that incredible final scene.
Starting with this episode, Matt teams up with his old pal Wilson Beaver to give a breakdown of each week's newly released episode of Disney's hit sensation, "The Mandalorian." Today, Matt and Wilson run through the beauty of the show back on our screens, Mando's exile, the return to Nevarro, and that Bo Katan scene.
Matt reconnects with Vegas Juan to draft the sports you'd want to be in charge of when it comes to securing broadcast rights in the near future--complete with a quick, special, first-time, guest appearance from Matt's wife, Kristin. Produced by John "Juan" Suger
Matt's buddy Brian hops on with first-time-guest Wilson Beaver to discuss Marvel's most recent film in a spoilers-filled review. They talk out Paul Rudd as Ant-Man vs. Kang as a villain, who leads the new Avengers, the idea of Marvel fatigue, Matt and Brian update their Marvel lists, and Matt gives his definitive credits scenes list after a new stellar addition.
Matt and his trusty fellas reunite to recap the Super Bowl. They also tear apart Matt's updated list ranking all NFL head coaches before they finish with an end-of-season, mega-edition of Cliche Coach's Corner.
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The fellas reconvene at the start of official Super Bowl Week to chat out some of their favorite Super Bowl prop bets including Matt's favorite National Anthem over/under, Rihanna's performance, most likely Gatorade color, and will Andy Reid say "cheeseburger" before transitioning to "real" bets like the all-important Travis Kelce anytime scorer bet. To end, Chris brings a new segment to the chat.
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Matt's cousin Drew Marsom hops back on the pod to dissect all the details from Tuesday's DC Studios news dump including James Gunn's video announcement, Creature Commanders (15:19), Waller and character fatigue (21:50), a new dawn for Superman (25:43), Lanterns (33:33), new Batman content (43:32), and Booster Gold v. Swamp Thing (51:09).
Matt surveys three American sports leagues and comes up with one big-time trade for the NBA (0:49), Major League Baseball (4:30), the NFL (10:52), plus a bonus trade thrown into the mix (16:14).
First, Matt and Juan hash out the hiring of the new Carolina Panthers Head Coach, Frank Reich (0:45). Then, the two buddies look ahead to conference championship weekend and the two games Sunday (12:36). They close with some player props in a game of Toss Up.
Answering the questions that literally nobody is asking, Matt tackles the subjects of the Knives Out sequel, Glass Onion, and who he would have in the next sequel (0:40); the Taylor Swift ticketing fiasco involving TicketMaster (7:47); Bob Iger's glorified return to lead Disney (12:28); and Saturday Night Live's host and musical guest issues he believe are facing the show (18:23).
First, these two old college buddies recap the weekend that was in the NFL. Then, Matt brings a little game to the mic called "QB Roulette." Finally, the fellas guess Divisional Round lines.Produced by John "Juan" Suger
First, Juan helps dissect Georgia's pounding of TCU in the college football national championship as well as the imminent expansion of the playoff. Then, we break down the upcoming weekend's Wild Card round of NFL playoff games including the Niners as a Super Bowl contender with rookie Brock Purdy, the sneaky intriguing Giants-Vikings game, a blistering take on Lamar Jackson, and the funniest possible outcomes from Cowboys-Buccaneers. Plus, you know I had to slip in some Mike Tomlin bashing somewhere.
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After Chris shares his story about buying a hat at the Orange Bowl, the fellas reassemble to discuss the bummer loss to Tennessee, the state of Clemson football currently, the Dabo factor, and take a look ahead to 2023.Produced by John "Juan" Suger
Many podcasts and websites will give the best movies of 2022...for adults. Not me, not here. In this last episode of 2022, giving you my best kids movies for this past year. Shoutout to my own kids!
Only two weeks left in the NFL's regular season, but still plenty of time for Juan to roll me in guessing the lines. In today's episode, we chat betting Thursday Night Football, Nathaniel Hackett's tenure as Broncos coach, the talented Gardy Minshew, how far two of the game's former elite QB talents have fallen, and the podcast's host takes another opportunity to rip the Steelers and Matt Canada. Plus, a little NBA talk sprinkled in the day after NBA Christmas Day.Produced by John "Juan" Suger
The holidays are here, which means Christmas Eve football, holiday imbibing, and Juan's wearing a Santa hat. We run through the weekend slate guessing the lines before I give my weekly Top 10. Produced by John "Juan" Suger
A not-quite-in-depth-but-definitely-not-casual look at the college football bowl season including betting picks against-the-spread, superlatives, and other thoughts.
Juan shares his thoughts on the Yankee's gargantuan guarantee re-signing Aaron Judge. Then, we chat The Purdy Mane leading the Niners, Bills/Dolphins, MVP and why Micah Parsons should be getting more love, a lotta Lions love, our big Steelers/Panthers game this week, and Sunday Night Football's Giants/Commanders as I try to keep the momentum rolling guessing Week 15 NFL lines.
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The Christmas movie expert himself, my cousin Drew, comes back to the pod to discuss the most debilitating injuries in the Home Alone franchise. Then, like Santa, we give out the gifts of our favorite Christmas movies.
In this week's episode, a few quick thoughts on the Heisman and who I believe should win this year's award. Then, similar to college football's postseason format we give our NFL Playoff Top 4. Finally, Juan and I guess Week 14 lines while mixing in praise for the Cowboys and a look ahead at the remaining schedules for the Lions and Steelers in Juan's back against the wall episode.
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First, a couple comments on a few newly released trailers: Super Mario Bros., Cocaine Bear, and Transformers: Rise of Beasts. Then, many more thoughts on the just-released trailer for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy 3.
After a week off, Juan is put on the spot giving thanks on behalf of four teams. Then, discussing Mike White Fever for the Jets, could this be Lamar's last year in Baltimore, disgust for the entire Deshaun situation, and how to watch double marquee games in the same time slot. Producer: John "Juan" Suger
First, recognition for two shows from the same network sharing different levels of praise. Then, a quick discussion of the movie slate to come in the next calendar year, broken down into a few categories: for the critics, for the kids, for the nerds, and for the franchises.
An spoilers-filled review after opening weekend of Marvel's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, the much anticipated sequel to 2018's landmark film Black Panther. We talk the tremendous component of grief within the film; the performance of Letitia Wright and the coming-of-age of Shuri; the fantastic sympathy of the film's antagonist, Namor;' the official introduction of mutants to the MCU; the end of Phase 4 and the beginning of Phase 5; and finally, our Marvel movie rankings and updated Marvel movie Lists.
Back at it to guess the NFL season's Week 11 lines, complete with discussion on how much money we would expect in hand to watch every minute of Commanders-Texans, a weird Bears-Falcons game, the Overhyped Bowl between the Raiders and the Broncos, and an interesting Cowboys-Vikings line. We also give the former players we'd want to lead our teams with minimal coaching experience--similar to the Colts promoting of Jeff Saturday.Producer: John "Juan" Suger
Another edition of a drive-home review, in this case speaking on the weekend's newly released Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. And I didn't even mention the inclusion of REDACTED!
The biggest DC comics fan I know, my cousin Drew, joins the podcast for a much-anticipated spoilers-filled review of DC's "Black Adam," thoughts on James Gunn's placement atop the DCCU, and our visions for future DC creations.
The Tomlinites reassemble to guess Week 10 NFL lines, promise money if this podcast gets cancelled, react to Chris's emoji reactions to my Top 10 teams, and complain about Nick's color-coding on the big Guess the Lines spreadsheet.Producer: John "Juan" Suger
First, the difficulty in watching a game rooting for both teams and praise for the Irish and head coach Marcus Freeman. Then, a dissection of the state of Clemson football.
The wizards decreed I see Black Adam, so a quick, on-the-drive-home review of the newest addition to DC canon.
This week, we tackle the question of whether this is the end for the Brady Bucs, the plethora of Turdfest-potential games this week, a wild line out of Jacksonville, the under-the-radar Vikings, the no-love-from-Vegas-Giants, Sam Ehlinger getting the call for the Colts, Bills-Packers, and I reveal my top 10 NFL teams through Week 7.Producer: John "Juan"Suger
IaNBA (@goldsmii) comes back on to preview the NBA season, including conference rankings, conference finals, championship bubbles, awards, intriguing players, and bold predictions. Come for Ian's unapologetic leanings toward this Western Conference team--stay for sporadic Sixer bashing from the podcast's host.
After a week away, Vegas Juan and I battle with Week 7 Vegas lines before wrapping with baseball playoff chatter and World Series predictions.Producer: John "Juan" Suger
In honor of baseball's regular season concluding, doling out some end-of-season hardware. Also, an updated glance at NFL honors and a look ahead to NBA awards.
Juan and I talk about the idea of hope and who's team is bigger garbage at the present time. Then, we get to guessing this week's lines--including another overlooked trip to London, how much it would cost to watch this week's Turdfest Game, and I even drop some praise for Lamar.
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For the morning commute, some thoughts on Kenny Pickett's Steelers debut, the Steelers starting the season 1-3, and, of course, Mike Tomlin's status in Pittsburgh.
After an unexpected week off, we make our triumphant return to guess Vegas lines for Week 4.
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My old college pals Juan, Nick, and Chris - aka "The Tomlinites" - join to discuss a couple of prominent NFL questions and the state of Clemson football in 2022, as well as operate under a bit we call "Cliche Coach's Corner."
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First, some thoughts on the new Amazon Thursday Night football experience and the new College Gameday team for ESPN. Then, a look ahead to intriguing college football this weekend and a preview of the Steelers-Patriots game.
Vegas Juan is back, eager to avenge his poor, abnormal Week 1 showing. We chat disheartening performances from our two teams, compare select quarterbacks to pork chops, and navigate some surprising Week 2 lines.
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A few thoughts on quarterback situations for my teams, then Vegas Juan returns for the second official and first recorded season of us guessing NFL weekly spreads.
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The college football season is upon us. In honor of the new season, I rank my top five Clemson Memorial Stadium memories, praise the other in-state team, put on the record a few Heisman thoughts, and present a final four prediction. Then, my brother Dan joins to rehash my old proposal for reshaping conferences. Follow along with my revised conferences at this link: https://tinyurl.com/yc2u2tkt
In this first edition of Battle of the Bands, a look at two similar sounding bands: the popular folksy group Mumford & Sons versus lesser-known Bear's Den. An examination of each band's style, acclaim, and discography, before an overall winner is declared.
A quick assessment of hopes for the 2022 Steelers, then Brian and I take turns laying out our division predictions--each nitpicking the other's divisions. A little Herbert-MVP talk, some AFC West and Rams love, how to think about the Bucs and the AFC South, and our next big Rum Bet involving Trevor Lawrence and Mac Jones.
First, love for a show you would not expect. Then, the best book, movie, and show I consumed this summer. Finally, my ranking of the top 5 albums from The Goo Goo Dolls.
First, a take on Marvel's relationship with Disney+. Then, Brian rejoins the pod for a deeper discussion on Thor: Love and Thunder (including spoilers), Marvel's Phase 4 and father on down the line, and our best Marvel movie ideas going forward.
In this episode, we discuss NFL futures bets for the 2022 season. From receiving leaders, to comeback player of the year, to MVP, to our hopes for the Vegas Raiders, to Nick's attempts to bring back the wildcat. Plus Juan brings Lamar to the forefront of the MVP conversation and I present a spicy hot Panthers take that maybe, just possibly isn't so wild.
Each year, I rank all NFL starting quarterbacks and put them in self-categorized tiers based on a myriad of factors: who helps you best win a game right now, who would you rather have in the playoffs, who would you rather have long-term, what the player did last season and what we think he'll do this season, and, of course, my own personal biases. In this episode, my brother joins to dissect this year's list.
Juan rejoins the pod to discuss his Carolina Panthers acquiring Baker Mayfield and the ramifications from the Carolina side of things. Then, some baseball All-Star game chatter a week out from the big game, including a jointly proposed tweak to the Home Run Derby. Finally, a Stranger Things debrief between two people, one of whom actually watches the show.
Money talks - The Warriors and Bucks reload, the Clippers take a flyer, the Sixers add experience, the Celtics get wildly better, and the Timberwolves push all their chips to the center of the table.
In this episode, Ian Goldsmith aka IaNBA (@goldsmii) joins to discuss the concept of greatness across the history of the NBA, Steph Curry's place among the greats, and our favorite fake trades--including new homes for Malcolm Brogdon, Damian Lillard, Jayson Tatum, and 2X MVP Nikola Jokic.
In honor of this week's Pixar film, Lightyear, being released to theaters, a run through of awards for achievement in previous Pixar films. This isn't flying, this is podcasting with style.
In this episode, five good minutes (spoiler-free!) each from both the premiere episode of "Ms. Marvel" and "Obi-Wan" Part IV. First up, a standing ovation for Ms. Marvel in its initial episode. Then, appreciation for the storytelling choices of "Obi-Wan Kenobi."
First, appreciation for the brilliance of the first half of Disney+'s Obi-Wan Kenobi. Then, NBA Finals x-factors, observations, and predictions.
First, some thoughts on each team in the NBA's Conference Semi-Finals. Is Giannis an alien? Did we forgot about the Warriors? Luka in the Finals? Was Sam Hinkie a superior GM to Daryl Morey in Philly? Then a massive Fake Trade I haven't seen anywhere else yet.
My buddy Brian joins the podcast for our much-anticipated discussion on all things Marvel. We chat Doctor Strange 2, before listing the best villains, moments, and characters, and then ultimately ending with our lists of the greatest Marvel movies. We could do this all day.
Quick reactions to select picks of the Draft's opening night, including disappointment at the Ravens' success, a brief point on Ohio State's CJ Stroud, a mini-rant on wide receivers, and finishing with excitement for the new Steelers gunslinger.
Some Steelers thoughts, wishes, and predictions prior to the draft. Then, NBA observations from the playoffs before finishing with the much anticipated All-Flake NBA team.
On tonight's video call, my old pal John "Juan" Suger and I discuss my Steelers dog analogy, Kyrie and the vaccine, the first batch of Hypothetical Juan Bombs, my plan to fix the Pittsburgh Pirates, and whatever else comes up.
Yesterday Major League Baseball announced a plan for the season. Then, it's time for new ownership of my favorite team.
I went and saw The Batman, and then I attacked this podcast with a VENGEANCE. Riddle me this, riddle me that, how badly do you want to listen to Matt?