Episodes
RUNDOWN   What's impressive? Mariners starting pitchers impress everyone, hitters impress no one. Mitch and Hotshot show some love for the under-appreciated impressionists like Frank Caliendo. Mitch and Scott discuss Eugenio Suarez's return to Seattle, analyzing his popularity despite average stats. They delve into the Seahawks' NFL draft picks, praising their first-round defensive lineman selection but questioning later choices. 2024 Draft Class for the Seattle Seahawks: Mitch, Brian...
Published 04/29/24
Published 04/29/24
RUNDOWN   Is 15-year-old Korn Ferry golfer Miles Russell comparable to Tiger Woods' son Charlie? How do we move from Brian Adams' music career to NFL draft week? "Everything we do, we do it for you." David Riley, newly appointed Washington State University's 20th head basketball coach, joins Mitch to discuss his new leadership role. The humble, hall-of-famer shares insightful plans for the WSU basketball program, his coaching legacy, and his strategy moving forward as he takes over the...
Published 04/22/24
RUNDOWN Is it too soon to joke about OJ? Mitch and Hotshot cover all the bases on Mariner’s ball, something the Mariners continue to struggle with. The conversation then turns to a more serious topic as Mitch and Hotshot discuss the delicate issue of handling accusations of sexual assault involving college athletes, specifically the case of Tybo Rogers from the University of Washington football team. Mitch chats with Matt Logie, Montana State basketball coach whose Mercer Island Washington...
Published 04/15/24
RUNDOWN Mitch and Scott delve into the increasing attention on women's college basketball, GOAT Caitlin Clark, NCAA women's championship game and the controversy over officiating calls. Though Mariners have a typical slow start, Bryce Miller’s Killer Splitter is beyond impressive. Steve Phillips - former NY Mets GM & current baseball voice of Sirius/XM & the MLB Network. Mitch & Steve hash out the first 10 days of the MLB season including the Mariners looking like the same old...
Published 04/08/24
RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot have a whirlwind discussion, from the trials and tribulations of a freshman softball player's concussion to the comedic banter surrounding Marv Albert impersonations. Of course, what's March without the MADNESS? NCAA tournament discussions, there's never a dull moment.   Mitch chats with Andy Pollin, longtime Washington DC radio personality, about the confounding Seahawks acquisition of QB Sam Howell. Mike DiRocco, ESPN Jaguars insider, analyzes what the...
Published 03/25/24
RUNDOWN Mitch's attention might waiver throughout the Seahawks conversation due to the breaking news: Tony Orlando is performing his last concert. Of course, Mitch and Hotshot discuss March Madness, and even before buzzer-beaters, there are four exciting stories, including the firing of one coach after leading them to the tournament. Mitch speculates that the Seahawks' offseason moves might not be about immediate success.  Guests Brady Henderson (ESPN) and Brian Nemhauser (Hawkblogger)...
Published 03/18/24
RUNDOWN Mitch dons his "Mr. Salary" & "Mr. NBA Expansion" caps - the Seahawks' salary cap facelift and the timeline for the NBA's return to Seattle. Randy Mueller, a 30-year NFL executive and former GM of the Saints & Dolphins and 2000 NFL Executive of the Year, previews next month's draft; Michael Penix Jr, Rome Odunze. Plus, thoughts on the Seahawks offseason & Russell Wilson's next destination. Mike Vorkunov – The Athletic NBA Business writer, examines the NBA's road to...
Published 03/11/24
RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot share thoughts on Michael Penix Jr., Xavier Worthy, and Rome Odunze. Verne & Mitch reminisce about his trips to Augusta & some of the most memorable sports moments in Verne’s 60+ year career like Laettner’s shot, great college football endings and Nancy Kerrigan/Tonya Harding. Eldridge recalls Michael Jordan shutting him down, explains the Washington State Cougars incredible season and the likely end of Mike Hopkins’ tenure at UW. Jason, Joe & Mitch...
Published 03/04/24
RUNDOWN Hotshot returns! In-N-Out burger makes healthy conscious lettuce wraps, is anything there worth the hype? Mitch and Hotshot sort through Richard Sherman’s DUI, Charlie Woods public scrutiny, and the bizarre entitlement of aggressive sports fans. Ben O’Connor, HS basketball coach, shares a story of professional sportsmanship catering to two players striving for their 1,000th career point. David Samson shares his no-nonsense perspective on the business of baseball, player contracts,...
Published 02/26/24
RUNDOWN Daniel Timothy O’Neal leaves the poker table, joining Mitch, to talk John Malkovich and more. Is Ryan Grubb the Seahawks answer and will this help Geno Smith make the offense shine? From heart health to hockey, Mitch Unfiltered guests are Doc Osborne, Matt Stretch, Rj Eskanos and Darren Brown. GUESTS Dr John Osborne | Dallas-based cardiologist Matt "Stretch" Johnson | former voice of the Seattle Kraken RJ Eskanos | Emerald City Hockey Darren Brown | The Sound of Hockey TABLE OF...
Published 02/19/24
RUNDOWN  To kick things off, Mitch explains to Slick why Hotshot isn't on today's show before the guys chat about the results of their Super Bowl bets. Then, the fellas roll through their main takeaways from the game and provide reaction to the Ryan Grubb news to the Hawks. A four-pack of featured guests are Seattle sports fan Kyle Baldwin, decorated football coach Kevin Kelley, and Jason & Joe for the Mariners No-Table. Today's show concludes with “Other Stuff” stories which include...
Published 02/12/24
RUNDOWN  Today's show begins with Mitch and Hotshot commenting on the new Netflix documentary The Greatest Night in Pop before reviewing notable names from Appleton, Wisconsin and opening the listener mailbag. Then, the guys discuss the hiring of young, new coach of the Seahawks Mike Macdonald. Three guests segments are with Baltimore-based sportswriter Jason La Canfora, MLB senior writer for The Athletic Jayson Stark, and Danny Kelly from The Ringer. The episode wraps up with the “Other...
Published 02/05/24
RUNDOWN  To kick things off, the guys share their displeasure about the Super Bowl matchup featuring San Francisco, the Chiefs again, and more Taylor Swift. Next, the fellas discuss the top targets the Hawks are rumored to be looking at for head coach. Three featured guests are former NFL front office executive Randy Mueller, former Sports Illustrated columnist Jeff Pearlman, and Arizona Daily Star writer Justin Spears. The show closes out with the “Other Stuff” segment where the guys volley...
Published 01/29/24
RUNDOWN  At the top of the show dedicated to the fine folks of Scranton, Pennsylvania, Scott shares an embarrassing story about his grandmother critiquing his athleticism as a kid before Mitch laughs at an unlikely bad beat in the NBA. Then, the guys chat about the ongoing search for a new Hawks head coach and the fast-paced movement of the transfer portal especially for the Huskies. Four featured guests are CBS Sports college football analyst Rick Neuheisel, Christian Caple from On...
Published 01/22/24
RUNDOWN Despite expecting an off week before releasing Episode 271, Mitch and Hotshot couldn't resist linking up to share their thoughts on the groundbreaking coaching stories in Seattle with Kalen DeBoer accepting the Alabama head coaching gig and Pete Carroll being fired after fourteen seasons with the Seahawks.
Published 01/15/24
RUNDOWN  Today's show begins with initial thoughts on Monday night's gut-wrenching loss for the Huskies. Next, Mitch and Hotshot roll into segment one with their laundry list of takeaways from the national championship game. The four-pack of guests are Rick Neuheisel to recap the college football national championship game, Seahawks insiders Brady Henderson and Brian Nemhauser for the No-Table, and Monday Morning Quarterback Peter King.  The “Other Stuff” segment features discussion about...
Published 01/09/24
RUNDOWN  To kick off 2024, Hotshot and Mitch begin the show by catching their breath from watching The Sugar Bowl before mentioning notable Kalamazoo, Michigan natives. Then, the guys dive into their initial takeaways from the Sugar Bowl win for UW and the Seahawks loss to Pittsburgh on New Year's Eve. Four featured guests are Rick Neuheisel live from New Orleans for a Sugar Bowl recap, Brady Henderson and Brian Nemhauser on the Seahawks No-Table, and Jason La Canfora for an NFL update. The...
Published 01/02/24
RUNDOWN  Today's episode begins with Scott providing a recap of the Soden family Christmas before the guys poke fun at the Mitch Garver acquisition by the Mariners. Then, they break down their laundry list of takeaways from the Seahawks win against Tennessee and share their expectations for how the Huskies will fare in The Sugar Bowl. Three featured guests are Brady Henderson in Nashville for the Seahawks No-Table, Rick Neuheisel for a college football playoff preview, and RJ Eskanos for a...
Published 12/26/23
RUNDOWN  To kick off Episode "Levittown, Pennsylvania", the guys try to wrap their arms about what they just watched on Monday Night Football after mentioning a few area code 267 natives. Mitch and Scott laugh at some Eagles fans postgame commentary, take a look at the current playoff picture, and hand out bouquets to deserving players from Monday's victory. Three guest segments are resident baseball general manager Steve Phillips on the M's, Brian Nemhauser for the Seahawks No-Table, and a...
Published 12/19/23
RUNDOWN  Hotshot is back from San Diego with Mitch who is battling a flu and received an unlikely cure and they chat about Scott's rental car adventure with Turo. Then, the guys dive into the downward trajectory for the Hawks, Jamal Adams' regrettable Tweet, and Shohei Ohtani's annoucement to move to the Dodgers adding to the ire of Mariners fans. Five featured guests are Jason Churchill and Joe Doyle for the Mariners No-Table, Seahawks insiders Brady Henderson & Brian Nemhauser, and...
Published 12/11/23
RUNDOWN  To kick off the show, Mitch and “The Groz” catch up since their last episode together, specifically the current state of football in Seattle. Next, the fellas dive into the winnable game for the Seahawks against the Cowboys before weighing in on the college football playoff selection order. Four featured guests are CBS Sports college football analyst Rick Neuheisel, writer of The Dang Apostrophe Danny O'Neil, and Seahawks insiders Brady Henderson and Brian Nemhauser. The “Other...
Published 12/04/23
RUNDOWN  At the top of the show, the guys recap their Thanksgiving weekend featuring delicious turkey and a nerve-racking Apple Cup for Dawg fans before reading listener letters about Mitch's foul language. Then, the guys discuss the tall task facing the Dawgs in the conference championship game before Mr. College Football playoffs weighs in and the current frustrations facing Seahawks fans about the apparent sinking ship. Four featured guests are CBS Sports college football analyst Rick...
Published 11/27/23
RUNDOWN Today's show begins with the guys venting spleen about the incompetent clock management by the Seahawks contributing to their loss on Sunday before sharing some Mitch Unfiltered history. Next, Mitch and Scott chat about rampant penalties for the Hawks and Dawgs and Mr. College Football Playoff paints the picture for the CPF candidates still on the board. A four pack of guests are Brady Henderson and Brian Nemhauser, Rick Neuheisel, and Auburn City Councilperson Tracy Taylor-Turner.  ...
Published 11/20/23
RUNDOWN Episode "Kensosha, Wisconsin" begins with a rundown of the notable figures from the midwest city before Mitch consults Hotshot for some video streaming advice. Then, the guys run through a plethora of questions about the Hawks and Dawgs before Mr. College Football Playoff drops in. Five guests are Seahawks insiders Brady Henderson and Brian Nemhauser, CBS college football analyst Rick Neuheisel, and Darren Brown & RJ Eskanos for the Kraken No-Table. “Other Stuff” topics range...
Published 11/13/23