Episodes
This week the show focusses on Super Bowl 53 between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams. First guest Andrew Siciliano calls in from the set of NFL Network. He previews the game and sets the scene in Atlanta. He is a fellow 1996 graduate of Syracuse University,
Then, Dr. Harvey Schiller joins the show to talk about the business side of the Super Bowl. He discusses Atlanta as a sports town and what is "Patriots Fatigue." The acclaimed executive also chimes in on the ongoing...
Published 02/01/19
Baseball Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. joins the show for the second time, just a day after his Seattle Mariners teammate Edgar Martinez joined the show. He discusses talking with Edgar after his election. He went in great detail on what it's like to be in the Hall of Fame, and what the new guys should expect. He also went over There was a lot of reminiscing. Many tangents.
He did address a universal DH, and was asked whether he thought baseball was a sport in trouble. He also discusses...
Published 01/23/19
Former Big League Pitcher LaTroy Hawkins makes his record 6th appearance on the show. This time, its to discuss his godson, Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes. Hawkins and Mahomes Sr. were teammates with the Minnesota Twins. Here about the Quarterbacks childhood and his decision to play football.
Plus, they size up the Chiefs upcoming AFC Championship Game vs. New England.
And if Latroy Hawkins is on the show, the last 10 minutes does include some hardcore baseball talk.
Published 01/16/19
Business is war. Sometimes the prize is your wallet, or your attention. Sometimes, it's just the fun of beating the other guy. The outcome of these battles shapes what we buy and how we live.
In Xbox vs. Playstation, host David Brown delves into the drama between Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo, in the race to own the gaming industry-- without going bust.
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Published 01/10/19
"Shake it Up!" The one and only Scott Ferrall joins the show for a fun episode. He talks about his legendary career that started in Indiana covering Bob Knight to being a syndicated talk show to moving to Howard Stern's Sirius/XM Channel and now to CBS Sports to Radio. He talks about his passion for sports and his passion for radio. He also weighs in on how the industry has evolved since his early days.
Follow Scott on Twitter at: @ScottFerrall
Published 01/08/19
Veteran broadcaster Jody McDonald is an original member of WFAN from back in 1987. Since then, he has been on the radio in New York, Philadelphia, or on a national network all the time. A radio veteran.
The conversation covers many topics from his outstanding career. Then, it veers towards the field where they tackle issues facing baseball and football, with a little NBA sprinkled in. Also, the story about how his heart attack and how Seth filled in for him on ESPN Radio.
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Published 01/03/19
That's only a joke. Scott Seidenberg from NBC Sports Radio joins the show to discuss a bunch of fun sports topics. They include the NBA on Christmas Day, and turned into a fun debate about franchise relocation.
They also have stories from their past, including when they crashed the 2009 New York Yankees World Championship parade.
Follow Scott on Twitter at @ScottsOnAir.
Published 12/27/18
Chris Shearn has been with the YES Network since its launch in 2002. Brought on to be a producer, he has emerged as a host for both the New York Yankees and Brooklyn Nets coverage. He also has a podcast called "And We're Off". Seth was the guest on Episode 70. This episode serves as a continuation of that chat. However, there are few references to that so the episode is welcome to all who subscribe.
Topics covered include the history of the YES Network, classic A-Rod and Griffey Jr....
Published 12/18/18
KING 5 Seattle's Chris Daniels returns to the show for the first time since Episode 11! With the recent announcement of an official NHL Franchise in the Emerald City, Daniels rejoined the show to discuss the 10 year journey from the Departure of the Seattle SuperSonics in 2008 to the new team announced in 2018, scheduled to begin play in 2021.
They also run down all the speculation on the team name.
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Published 12/11/18
Recorded soon after Packers coach Mike McCarthy was fired, Packers Hall of Fame and host of 105.7 The FAN in Milwaukee LeRoy Butler joined the show. The discussion began with all the insight on what happened with McCarthy and where it goes from here for the Packers.
The tangents were aplenty, including previously untold stories about what Seth knows about the Green Bay Packers. Butler talks about the origin of the Lambeau Leap, and the two explain why they know each other, and Butler tells...
Published 12/04/18
This episode focuses on the state of Sports Media in 2018. Jason Barrett owns and operates Barrett Sports Media, a sports media consulting company which helps brands and individuals enjoy success in the audio space. He also serves as Chief Editor of SportsRadioPD.com which features format related news, expert opinions, analysis, research, and information to benefit experienced and aspiring broadcasters.
Jason is a 20-year sports radio veteran who created and launched 2 successful sports...
Published 11/27/18
The man who played Ivan Drago in Rocky IV, is back 30 years later. A sitdown with the Swedish actor debuts the week that Creed 2 is premiering in the United States. Lundgren reprises the character in this new film. Directed by Steven Caple Jr.
In Creed 2, life has become a balancing act for Adonis Creed. Between personal obligations and training for his next big fight, he is up against the challenge of his life. Facing an opponent with ties to his family's past only intensifies his...
Published 11/20/18
Former MLB Investigator Eddie Dominguez, along with Christian Red (@CRedRojo) and Teri Thompson (@TeriThompson71), explore the issues covered in the new book Baseball Cop: The Dark Side of America's National Pastime in this episode.
Dominguez, and old friend and decorated member of the Boston Police Department, was an RSA (Resident Security Advisor) for Major League Baseball from 1999-2007. He then joined MLB's newly formed (at the time) Department of Investigations and served there from...
Published 11/15/18
NBA All-Star Blake Griffin is the guest on Episode 170. He joins the show after playing in back-to-back tough losses. He is also the star of a new web series, "Blake vs. Todd", a 3-part episodic content series that flips the script on the classic relationship between fans watching at home and the superstars playing on the court by taking a humorous look at the "commodification" of professional athletes by fans and the "gamification" of everyday life.
More information on his partnership...
Published 11/06/18
NBA All-Star Blake Griffin is the guest on Episode 170. He joins the show after playing in back-to-back tough losses. He is also the star of a new web series, "Blake vs. Todd", a 3-part episodic content series that flips the script on the classic relationship between fans watching at home and the superstars playing on the court by taking a humorous look at the "commodification" of professional athletes by fans and the "gamification" of everyday life.
More information on his partnership...
Published 11/06/18
On Sunday, October 28th, the Cleveland Cavaliers fired head coach Tyronn Lue. The Cleveland Browns fired head coach Hue Jackson the very next day. We can assure that as of this recording, Terry Francona is still safe.
Adam "The Bull" hosts an afternoon show on 92.3 FM The FAN in Cleveland. Adam joins the show to discuss both firings. As is typical with this podcast, they go off on tangents, including Adam's rise to broadcasting prominence. The conversation centers on the issues facing...
Published 10/30/18
On Sunday, October 28th, the Cleveland Cavaliers fired head coach Tyronn Lue. The Cleveland Browns fired head coach Hue Jackson the very next day. We can assure that as of this recording, Terry Francona is still safe.
Adam "The Bull" hosts an afternoon show on 92.3 FM The FAN in Cleveland. Adam joins the show to discuss both firings. As is typical with this podcast, they go off on tangents, including Adam's rise to broadcasting prominence. The conversation centers on the issues facing...
Published 10/30/18
The story of Dave Henson is fascinating, and even though he KNOWS Prince Harry, he didn't tell any of the secrets about the Prince of Wales. He is a former soldier in the British Army, where he stood on a hidden IED. Henson had his right leg amputated above the knee and his left leg amputated through the knee. But with prosthetic limbs, he went from being an amazing solider to an amazing athlete. In 2012 he was selected to be captain of the British team in the inaugural Invictus Games. He...
Published 10/23/18
The story of Dave Henson is fascinating, and even though he KNOWS Prince Harry, he didn't tell any of the secrets about the Prince of Wales. He is a former soldier in the British Army, where he stood on a hidden IED. Henson had his right leg amputated above the knee and his left leg amputated through the knee. But with prosthetic limbs, he went from being an amazing solider to an amazing athlete. In 2012 he was selected to be captain of the British team in the inaugural Invictus Games. He...
Published 10/23/18
Is the NHL heading to the Pacific Northwest? This exclusive conversation with Tod Leiweke discusses the latest steps towards an NHL Expansion Franchise in Seattle. They discuss the history of Key Arena, the Sonics departure, Leiweke's tenure with the Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Sounders, as well as his other stints notably in Minnesota & Tampa Bay. Plus, they play Jewish Geography and figure out how many mutual friends they both have.
Please note: This interview was recorded BEFORE the...
Published 10/16/18
Is the NHL heading to the Pacific Northwest? This exclusive conversation with Tod Leiweke discusses the latest steps towards an NHL Expansion Franchise in Seattle. They discuss the history of Key Arena, the Sonics departure, Leiweke's tenure with the Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Sounders, as well as his other stints notably in Minnesota & Tampa Bay. Plus, they play Jewish Geography and figure out how many mutual friends they both have.
Please note: This interview was recorded BEFORE the...
Published 10/16/18
Football star Aaron Hernandez went from the bright lights of the Super Bowl to a convicted murderer in a few years. The Boston Globe's Spotlight Team, best known for its investigation of the sexual abuse scandal inside the Catholic Church, takes a hard look at the crisis facing football through the lens of Aaron Hernandez's life and terrible crimes. Listen today: wondery.fm/friends
Published 10/16/18
Ian O'Conner joins to show to discuss his new book, "Belichick: The Making of the Greatest Football Coach of All Time", a comprehensive biography that pulls no punches. Ian and Seth have done plenty of radio shows together, and they discuss the Patriots' coach's many accomplishments and also the controversies of his career.
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Published 10/09/18
Author and Journalist Jeff Pearlman joined the show for Episode 165. Football for a Buck: The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL. It's a fun conversation where he discusses all the storylines from that era, including Doug Flutie, Jim Kelly, and Donald Trump. The Trump stories are outstanding, whether you are a supporter or not.
Buy the book here:...
Published 10/02/18
Seth is joined by 1010 WINS Sports Director Marc Ernay and Senior Editor of The Post Game Jeff Eisenband joined the show to discuss the recent controversy involving Serena Williams at the 2018 US Open Final.
Both guests worked at the Open this year, and joined Seth for a lively debate.
Was this sexist?
Was the penalty justified?
Is Serena to blame?
What's the impact on the sport?
Is the best tennis player ever a sore loser?
All those questions are debated in the most spirited podcast...
Published 09/13/18