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Episode 178 – Rams Hoist Lombardi & Remembering Patriots Dynasty

RUNDOWN

To kick off the show, Mitch makes a correction on a previous Stump the Band question and set the scene from their Sunday sports viewing. Then, the guys run through their laundry list of takeaways from the Super Bowl. A trio of featured guests are Randy Mueller, Matt “Slickhawk” Mikolas, and ESPN’s Seth Wickersham. Topics on the “Other Stuff” segment range from a fired Kraken beat reporter to breaking Trevor Bauer news to a new airline that encourages mile high club membership!

GUESTS

  • Randy Mueller | Former NFL executive
  • Matt Mikolas | Mitch Unfiltered
  • Seth Wickersham | ESPN senior writer

TABLE OF CONTENTS

12:19 | Mitch and Scott volley back and forth their notes and observations from both on and off the field from Super Bowl LVI.

33:35 | GUEST: Randy Mueller joins the show in the wake of the Rams victory to provide his takeaways from the Super Bowl.

55:17 | GUEST: Slickhawk hops aboard moments after SB LVI and the guys share their wagering results from the game.

1:17:14 | GUEST: ESPN senior writer Seth Wickersham checks in to chat about his new book It’s Better to be Feared which chronicles the Brady era in New England.

1:45:14 | “Other Stuff” topics range from Bryson’s lucrative offer from the abrupt firing of Marisa Ingemi, Trevor Bauer’s dropped charges, and a new flight option for romantic passengers!

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Episode 177 – Jason La Canfora NFL Pulse & JHam Husky Hoops Report Card

RUNDOWN

Before the show begins, the guys weigh in on the reaction received on their discussion about the Jeff Garcia and Mina Kimes feud on Twitter before Scott shares some additional thoughts on the Coach Crandall interview in Episode 176. Then, Mitch and Scott discuss the NFL’s racial issues with head coach hiring in addition to the Seahawks promotion of Clint Hurtt to defensive coordinator. A trio of featured guests are CBS Sports NFL columnist & Baltimore sports radio host Jason La Canfora, Huskies broadcaster Jason Hamilton, and former Eastern Washington University head coach Beau Baldwin. The guys wrap up with “Other Stuff” topics such as Bryson DeChambeau’s nine figure offer, Halle Berry’s toes, and Bezos boat too big for a bridge!

GUESTS

  • Jason La Canfora | CBS Sports & 105.7 The Fan – Baltimore
  • Jason Hamilton | UW basketball broadcaster
  • Beau Baldwin | Cal Poly head football coach, former Eastern Washington head coach

TABLE OF CONTENTS

6:01 | The guys respond to the social media reaction they received from main topics in Episode 176.

23:09 | Does the NFL have a systemic trend of excluding minority coaches and is there a solution to change the norms?

30:02 | Should the promotion of Clint Hurtt to defensive coordinator give Seahawks fans any optimism about next season?

38:17 | GUEST: Jason La Canfora returns for a leaguewide overview including Russell options, head coaching hiring standards, and the Super Bowl matchup.

59:38 | GUEST: Jason Hamilton checks in to chat about the topsy-turvy Huskies as PAC-12 play reaches its latter stages.

1:17:15 | GUEST: Beau Baldwin joins the show to talk about his recruitment and coaching of Cooper Kupp at Eastern Washington University.

1:34:21 | “Other Stuff” topics range from Bryson’s lucrative offer from the Saudi Golf League, to debunking Halle Barre toe rumors, to Jeff Bezos yacht which requires a bridge demolition!

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Episode 176 – Issaquah's Coach Crandall Steps Away & M's Farm Report

RUNDOWN  

Today’s show begins with instant reaction to the conference championship games before jumping into the listener mailbag. Then, Mitch and Scott weigh in on the social media feud between Jeff Garcia and Mina Kimes. A trio of guests are former Issaquah basketball coach Doug Crandall, Baseball America writer Kyle Glaser, and Kraken writer Andy Eide. The episode wraps up with the “Other Stuff” segment with topics such as Terrell Brown leading the Dawgs, Tom Brady’s rumored retirement, and Peyton Mannings appearance on Saturday Night Live!

GUESTS  

  • Doug Crandall | Former Issaquah HS basketball coach  
  • Kyle Glaser | Baseball America national writer
  • Andy Eide | NHL.com Kraken writer 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | The guys provide their immediate takeaways from the AFC and NFC championship games on Sunday.

23:01 | The world is reacting to Jeff Garcia’s pointed words toward Mina Kimes and the vast majority are taking her side.

45:23 | GUEST: High school basketball coach Doug Crandall shares his recent dismissal from the Issaquah school board.

1:10:23 | GUEST: Baseball America national writer Kyle Glaser jumps aboard to provide a scouting report of the M’s top prospects.

 1:30:56 | GUEST: Kraken reporter Andy Eide returns to provide a midseason recap of the Kraken as they progress through a disappointing inaugural campaign.

1:48:07 | Today’s “Other Stuff” segment features topics ranging from Terrell Brown college hoops journey to Tom Brady’s career to Peyton Manning’s SNL appearance!

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Episode 175 – Cody Pickett Heart Scare & Lunardi's Bracketology Roots

RUNDOWN  

At the top of the show, Mitch and Scott catch their breath after four amazing playoff games before chatting about Hotshot’s latest music release. Then, the guys talk about perhaps the greatest weekend in football history closing out with a dramatic win for KC. Three featured guests are former UW quarterback Cody Pickett, ESPN college basketball analyst Joe Lunardi, and longtime Vegas bookmaker Vinny Magliulo. The guys wrap up with “Other Stuff” topics including Wink Martindale as a potential fit in Seattle, a beloved local basketball coach being let go by the school board, and John Stockton being barred from Gonzaga games.

GUESTS  

  • Cody Pickett | UW quarterback ’99-’03
  • Joe Lunardi | ESPN college basketball analyst  
  • Vinny Magliulo | VSiN VP of Strategic Partnerships & Marketing 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

6:34 | If Mitch can get through both parts of Scott’s latest music release, it will be a testament to the entertainment quality!

22:48 | Did we just witness the most thrilling round of NFL playoffs in the history of the game?

41:48 | GUEST: Former Husky quarterback Cody Pickett jumps aboard to discuss his recent health scare and outlook moving forward.

1:06:40 | GUEST: Longtime college hoops expert Joe Lunardi checks in to talk about the origin story of “Bracketology”.

1:30:35 | GUEST: Vegas bookmaker Vinny Magliulo recalls the 1994 Arizona State basketball point shaving scandal.

1:53:11 | Mitch and Scott bounce “Other Stuff” topics off each other such as Wink Martindale’s coaching prospects, Issaquah HS basketball coaching controversy, and John Stockton getting booted from games at his alma mater!

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Episode 174 – Mitch Has COVID

RUNDOWN  

Today’s shows kicks off with Mitch announcing he picked up COVID followed by a reflection of the two-part Dave Grosby interview in last week’s episode. Then, the guys talk about the overrated art craze and Mitch shares his argument about keeping a quarterback over a coach and how it pertains to the Hawks. The trio of guests are ESPN Seahawks insider Brady Henderson and WynnBet’s Joe Fann for a double-dip Seahawks No-Table to address the top priorities for the franchise followed by a college football season post-mortem with Rick Neuheisel. As always, the show wraps up with “Other Stuff” topics including not shopping at Walmart, airline arguments, and bad behavior by an Argentinian judge! 

GUESTS  

  • Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks insider  
  • Joe Fann | WynnBet & Blue Wire podcast host  
  • Rick Neuheisel | CBS Sports college football analyst

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mitch tested positive for COVID and he wants to know where he got it!

6:56 | The guys chat about the Groz interview in Episode 173 and Mitch shares a bonus story.

24:59 | What’s the big deal about Vincent Van Gogh and the whole art thing?

29:37 | Mitch presents his prepared speech about Russ and Pete and which one is worth keeping and why.

46:54 | GUESTS: Brady Henderson and Joe Fann address the big questions facing the Seahawks front office heading into the offseason following a 7-10 record.

1:32:07 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel puts a bow on the college football season with Georgia winning the national championship against Alabama.

1:54:10 | Mitch and Scott volley a handful of miscellaneous stories in the “Other Stuff” segment such as Walmart vs. Target, airline controversies, and an Argentinian judge who was caught kissing a prisoner!

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Episode 173 – Dave Grosby Reunion & That's A Wrap, Hawks

RUNDOWN 

Mitch is frazzled at the beginning of today’s show, but eventually collects his bearings and explains the top two guests he wants to interview in 2022. Then, Mitch and Scott share their takeaways from the Seahawks season finale in the desert. Three featured guests are ESPN’s Brady Henderson and Joe Fann of WynnBet for the last postgame Seahawks No-Table of the season followed by an extended conversation with longtime Seattle radio cornerstone Dave Grosby. The “Other Stuff” segments features topics such as a Tennessee congressman “pantsing” a ref, Klay Thompson returning from injury, and a texting mistake by Antonio Brown!

GUESTS 

  • Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks insider 
  • Joe Fann | WynnBet & Blue Wire podcast host 
  • Dave Grosby | Former Seattle sports radio host

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

8:43 | A 20-game parlay in Vegas hit for over three million bucks, but the bettor hedged his wager for far less! 

28:14 | Mitch and Scott provide their takeaways from the 38-30 victory for the Hawks to close out the season.

51:22 | GUESTS: Brady and Joe are back for the Seahawks No-Table for a season wrap-up and a preview into the offseason.

1:22:07 | GUEST: Dave Grosby joins Mitch and Scott to share some memories from the ol’ radio days as Groz enters retirement.

2:17:03 | The guys close out the episode with “Other Stuff” topics such as a ref getting “pantsed”, Klay’s return to the hardwood, and Antonio Brown’s latest gaffe.

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Episode 172 – Nail in the Coffin & Graham-Kapowsin Shines on National Stage

RUNDOWN 

The guys kick off the show with Mitch explaining his awkward phone reservation for New Year’s Eve followed by opening the listener mailbag. Then, Scott chat about the Soden family Christmas before the guys reluctantly reflect on the 25-24 loss for the Hawks agains the lowly Bears. Four featured guests are ESPN’s Brady Henderson and Joe Fann of WynnBet for the Seahawks No-Table, Graham-Kapowsin football coach Eric Kurle, and Scott’s interview of Mr. Saturday Night director John Maggio. Today’s “Other Stuff” topics include chatter about a funny Twitter incident including 49ers GM John Lynch and Jimmy Garoppolo, an unusual ending to Wheel of Fortune, and Mariah Carey’s annual salary for her classic Christmas tune! 

GUESTS 

  • Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks insider 
  • Joe Fann | WynnBet & Blue Wire podcast host 
  • Eric Kurle | Graham-Kapowsin head football coach
  • John Maggio | Mr. Saturday Night director 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

3:20 | Mitch is nervous that his New Year’s Eve dinner reservation will pan out given the odd questions he was asked by the restaurant manager.

13:45 | Mitch unveils the code word for the next slate of Beat the Boys matchups as the contest approaches the finish line.  

20:24 | Hotshot is uncertain if the cat is out of the bag for his Daughter’s belief in Santa Claus . 

26:18 | Mitch and Scott provide their takeaways from the disappointing defeat to the Bears on Sunday and the rough road ahead.

42:20 | GUESTS: Brady and Joe are back for the Seahawks No-Table to talk about another loss on a short week in a Seattle snowstorm.

1:13:02 | GUEST: Graham-Kapowsin football coach Eric Kurle jumps aboard to chat about his state title run and victory over Collins Hill (GA).

1:29:07 | GUEST: Scott has a conversation with director of HBO’s Mr. Saturday Night John Maggio. 

1:40:47 | Mitch and Scott wrap up the show with the “Other Stuff” segment with topics ranging from John Lynch’s Twitter like ripping Jimmy G, controversy on Wheel of Fortune, and Mariah Carey’s royalties for All I Want For Christmas Is You.

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Episode 171 – Fly On The Wall of Bird's Celtics & More Than Just High School Football

RUNDOWN 

Today’s show begins with Scott defending himself when he was asked to give Mitch’s phone number to a former radio colleague without his permission before Mitch reads a wildly entertaining obituary. Then, Mitch and Scott chat about the NFL’s decision to postpone the Seahawks game to Sunday before chatting about the return of Tiger and grand introduction of Charlie Woods. A trio of guests include Boston Globe sports columnist Dan Shaughnessy, author Kent Babb, and Forbes columnist Scott Kramer. The “Other Stuff” segment to discuss topics ranging from the nationally televised win for Graham-Kapowsin football, the lightly-attended bowl games thus far, and the potential market for Urban Meyer. 

GUESTS 

  • Dan Shaugnessy | Wish It Lasted Forever: Life with the Larry Bird Celtics author 
  • Kent Babb | Across the River: Life, Death, and Football in an American City author
  • Scott Kramer | Forbes contributor 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

5:47 | Scott was confronted with an uncomfortable situation in which a mutual acquaintance asked for Mitch’s phone number via text.

16:15 | The code word for this week of Beat the Boys matchups has some local flair.  

18:18 | Mitch reads the glowing obit from one Renay Mandel Correns penned by her son. 

36:31 | The NFL really threw a monkey wrench at the Seahawks by pushing the Rams game to Tuesday.

41:00 | Seeing Tiger and Charlie Woods on the course was the highlight to Mitch’s sports weekend.

50:55 | GUEST: Longtime Boston Globe sportswriter Dan Shaughnessy jumps aboard to chat about his new book chronicling the Bird-era Celtics from the media’s standpoint.

1:10:41 | GUEST: Washington Post reporter Kent Babb hops on to talk about his new book Across the River which tells the story of Edna Karr HS football and their larger-than-life coach Brice Brown.

1:27:12 | GUEST: Forbes contributor Scott Kramer is back to share his top tech gadget gift picks for the 2021 holiday season. 

1:40:28 | Mitch and Hotshot close out the show with “Other Stuff” topics like Graham-Kapowsin’s National Championship victory, college football bowl season, and Urban Meyer’s uncertain future.

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Episode 170 – We're Not Dead Yet & Haener Sticking With Fresno State

RUNDOWN 

Today’s show begins with the guys raving about heated mugs and reminiscing about the glory days of Syracuse football before reading a rousing review by Frank from Tacoma. Then, Mitch and Scott chat about the highs and lows from the 33-13 Seahawks win over the Texans. Four guests starting with Brady Henderson and Joe Fann for the Seahawks No-Table, Rick Neuheisel to chat about his favorite bowl game matchups & the Ducks new coach, and longtime college football writer and author of I Keep Trying to Catch His Eye Ivan Maisel. The guys close out the episode with the “Other Stuff” segment to discuss topics ranging from likable Heisman winner Bryce Young, Jake Haener’s decision to remain with Fresno State, and the swift decision by the NCAA to ban the Kenny Pickett fake slide!

GUESTS 

  • Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks insider 
  • Joe Fann | WynnBet & Blue Wire podcast host 
  • Rick Neuheisel | CBS Sports college football analyst
  • Ivan Maisel | I Keep Trying to Catch His Eye author

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

9:10 | Mitch reads the glowing review of the podcast by loyal listener Frank from Tacoma. 

13:38 | The code word for the three games this week for Beat the Boys is unveiled.  

22:37 | The guys share their observations from the convincing victory for the Hawks on Sunday in Houston.

42:44 | GUESTS: Brady Henderson and Joe Fann return for the Seahawks No-Table to provide their takeaways from the 33-13 win against the Texans.

1:02:36 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel hops aboard to discuss his favorite bowl game matchups and to weigh in on Oregon’s new coach and Jake Haener’s decision to stay in Fresno.

1:27:26 | GUEST: Longtime college football writer Ivan Maisel joins the show to talk about the new memoir about his son I Keep Trying to Catch His Eye

1:51:48 | Mitch and Hotshot volley topics back and forth in the “Other Stuff” segment including the newest Heisman winner Bryce Young, Jake Haener’s latest Twitter video, and an NCAA football rule change!

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Episode 169 – Legendary Lineman Olin Kreutz & Mitch's Melody "Loserville"

RUNDOWN 

Today’s show begins with Mitch dusting off his musical chops with his latest melody “Loserville” before digging into the listener mailbag. Then, he and Scott jump into their instant takeaways from the 30-23 victory against the Niners to snap the losing streak. Four featured guests beginning 14-year NFL center Olin Kreutz followed by Brady and Joe for the Seahawks No-Table, then Rick Neuheisel for a college football update. Mitch and Hotshot wrap up the show with the “Other Stuff” segment to chat about a handful of topics including a thought on Alec Baldwin, Mitch angering a listener on Twitter, and college football coaches on the move!

GUESTS 

  • Olin Kreutz | NFL center ’98-’11
  • Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks insider 
  • Joe Fann | WynnBet & Blue Wire podcast host 
  • Rick Neuheisel | CBS Sports college football analyst

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

0:00 | The newest Mitch’s Melody is released titled “Loserville”

14:50 | Mitch provides the secret code for the trio of the upcoming slate of Beat the Boys games.  

25:40 | The guys provide their takeaways from the Seahawks win over the Niners on Sunday afternoon in Seattle.

47:30 | GUEST: NFL veteran and former Husky from Hawaii Olin Kreutz jumps aboard to share his story and the challenges he faced on and off the field. 

1:19:14 | GUESTS: Brady and Joe are back for the Seahawks No-Table to share their observations from the 17-15 loss to Washington.

1:46:03 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel returns as the conference football championships are complete and the CFP matchups are set.

2:12:19 | Today’s “Other Stuff” segment features a variety of stories including the Alec Baldwin incident, a Twitter exchange with a listener about Mitch’s bell, and the college football coaching roulette!