RUNDOWN

In the aftermath of the Mariners’ heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Blue Jays, Mitch Levy and guest co-host Danny O’Neil of The Dang Apostrophe open Episode 355 with Danny confessing that he’s “pretty mad,” venting at an online heckler named Tad Piland while Mitch directs his anger toward the Fox broadcast crew for comparing Toronto fans’ “long wait” to Seattle’s five decades of heartbreak. The conversation pivots to the Seahawks, whose 27-19 win over Houston somehow feels more lucky than convincing. Danny rails against red-zone play-calling and Cooper Kupp’s gadget-pass interception, while Mitch notes that at 5-2, Seattle still looks like a playoff team in a vulnerable NFC.

In the season’s final Mariners No-Table, Mitch is joined by Brady Farkas (Refuse to Lose Podcast) and Joe Doyle (Over Slot) to dissect Seattle’s crushing Game 7 loss to the Blue Jays in the ALCS. The trio reflect on the gut-wrenching ending, the broadcast’s “Toronto sympathy” narrative, and the irony of yet another near-miss season for long-suffering Mariners fans. Both guests try to balance heartbreak with appreciation for an unforgettable year that included Cal Raleigh’s historic 60-homer season, Brian Woo’s rise to ace status, and J.P. Crawford’s clutch moments.

The crew breaks down Seattle’s Monday Night Football win over Houston — a game defined by the defense and marred by offensive miscues. Brady and Jacson praise Ernest Jones and Drake Thomas for anchoring a top-five-level unit that pressured C.J. Stroud all night, holding Texans running backs to just 31 yards. On offense, Sam Darnold’s four turnovers and a baffling Cooper Kupp trick-play interception left points on the field, but Jackson Smith-Njigba’s 123-yard night and a late show of maturity salvaged it.

CBS analyst Rick Neuheisel, presented by Taco Time Northwest, returns to unpack a chaotic Week 8 — from Indiana’s Kurt Signetti leading the Hoosiers to No. 2 in the nation to Clark Lea’s Vanderbilt stunning LSU. Rick tells the underdog stories of the year: two former football “afterthoughts” now crashing the playoff picture. He credits Signetti’s “bet on himself” coaching path and calls Vandy’s 2025 run “one of the greatest modern turnarounds in college football.”

GUESTS

• Daniel Timothy O’Neil | The Dang Apostrophe on Substack
• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack
• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN
• Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Game Seven Gut Punch: Seattle’s Sports Hangover Hits Hard

4:35 | BEAT THE BOYS – Register at MitchUnfiltered.com

8:08 | Two Runs from Glory, Miles from Satisfaction

31:47 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Game Seven Heartbreak: Mariners Fall Short of the World Series in Toronto

1:02:40 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Defense Carries Seattle to 27–19 Win as Darnold Struggles and JSN Shines

1:28:04 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; Indiana’s Miracle Run, Vandy’s Rise, and Dabo’s Slide — Rick Neuheisel on the Wild State of College Football

1:55:43 | Other Stuff Segment: Shohei Ohtani’s three-homer ten-strikeout masterpiece, Washington’s missed chances in Ann Arbor and upcoming Illinois matchup, Florida firing Billy Napier with speculation around Jed Fisch and Lane Kiffin, Seahawks bye-week talk and whether Tyler Lockett could return, Teoscar Hernandez refusing to stay at Milwaukee’s haunted Pfister Hotel, ghost stories, and baseball superstition. RIPs: Doug Martin (36, former Buccaneers RB), Jesus Montero (35, ex-Mariners catcher), R&B artist DeAngelo (51), and KISS guitarist Ace Frehley (74).

RUNDOWN

Was this the single greatest weekend in Seattle sports history? Mitch and Hotshot relive Friday night’s 15-inning epic at T-Mobile Park as the Mariners advanced to the ALCS — Hotshot shares his in-stadium perspective, spilled beer and all, describing the crowd as “ear-splitting, like 1995 all over again.” Mitch calls Bryce Miller’s Game 1 masterpiece in Toronto “legendary” and compares it to the Mariners’ own must-win over Detroit.

Then comes the forgotten hero of the weekend: Washington QB Damon Williams Jr., whose 538-yard, four-touchdown night went largely unseen while fans watched baseball on their phones. Add in the Seahawks’ 20–12 win over Jacksonville (seven sacks despite missing key defenders), a Kraken overtime winner, and even Humpy the Salmon’s long-awaited race victory — and Mitch declares it “the most joy-filled Seattle weekend in decades.”

Mitch welcomes Joe Doyle (Over Slot) and Brady Farkas (Refuse to Lose Podcast) after Seattle’s gritty 3–1 win to open the ALCS in Toronto — a game nobody expected them to take. The trio break down Bryce Miller’s six-inning gem on three days’ rest, the early escape that steadied him, and how his righty-righty splitter and held-velocity heater set the tone. They praise the bullpen trio of Spire, Brash, and Muñoz, the clutch base-running by Randy Arozarena, and Cal Raleigh’s homer that flipped the energy of the entire series.

Mitch is joined by Brady Henderson (ESPN.com) and Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) after the Seahawks’ 20-12 road win over Jacksonville — a cross-country statement built on a revived pass rush and Sam Darnold’s continued efficiency. The trio break down Byron Murphy’s monster day (2 sacks, 7 pressures), a seven-sack team effort that could’ve reached double digits, and the coaching adjustments Mike McDonald made one week after the Tampa Bay meltdown. They highlight Darnold’s nearly flawless 295-yard, 2-TD outing and debate whether he’s already a top-tier QB in the NFC.

CBS analyst Rick Neuheisel joins Mitch after witnessing Indiana’s stunning 30–20 win over Oregon in Eugene — the Hoosiers’ first-ever road win over a top-five team. Rick praises head coach Kurt Signetti for his “keep-it-inside” defensive discipline and authenticity, calling him “hotter than Texas chili” as Penn State’s likely next target after James Franklin’s firing. They discuss the money storm brewing in the Big Ten’s upcoming $2.4 billion media deal, why booster influence now drives coaching turnover, and how NIL has reshaped the sport’s economy.

Rick breaks down SEC chaos after Auburn’s controversial finish versus Georgia, the Texas rebound behind Steve Sarkisian, and why parity is spreading as defensive-line depth thins across power programs. Mitch “plants his spear” for Washington QB Damon Williams Jr., claiming him for Taco Time’s Doing Some Work honors after a 538-yard night, while Rick awards his crispy burritos to Texas A&M’s defense — 2-for-33 on third downs over three games.

GUESTS

• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack
• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN
• Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Greatest Seattle Sports Weekend Ever? Mariners, Huskies, Seahawks (and Even the Kraken) Deliver in One Unforgettable Stretch

18:45 | BEAT THE BOYS – Register at MitchUnfiltered.com

21:24 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Bryce Miller’s Redemption Game: Mariners Shock Toronto to Steal Game 1 on the Road

43:38 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Four-and-Two and Flying East: Seattle’s Defense Dominates Jacksonville in a Statement Win

1:07:12 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; Hoosier Shockwave, Saban Shadows & Doing Some Work — Rick Neuheisel on a Wild Weekend in College Football

1:37:12 | Other Stuff Segment: Area code 354 takes us to Montreal, Canada, birthplace of Celine Dion and Corey Hart, Hotshot’s surprising love for “Never Surrender,” and a nostalgic detour to Mariners’ former outfielder Corey Hart, Mitch’s jokes about spilled beer and sunglasses at night, updates on the bizarre Mark Sanchez stabbing case as his ex calls it “not surprising,” Oregon’s stunning loss to Indiana, James Franklin’s $50 million Penn State buyout, Trent Dilfer fired at UAB, Paul Pierce blames his DUI on being “old and tired,” Tiger Woods undergoes his seventh back surgery before turning 50, and Gene Simmons’ wife says the KISS icon can no longer drive after crashing in Malibu.

RIPs: John Lodge, longtime bassist of The Moody Blues (82), Mike Greenwell, beloved Red Sox outfielder (62), Sister Jean, Loyola Chicago icon (106), Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning actress (79). Headlines: Woman dumps 75 used tampons on her ex’s lawn, police find thermos lodged in man’s backside, Chinese woman swallows eight live frogs to cure back pain and “croaks,” tennis player blames failed drug test on “meth kiss,” elderly woman scammed by a fake astronaut in a romance hoax, Hotshot serenades the show with his “Counting Stars” parody to close Episode 354.

RUNDOWN

Are Seattle sports are even fun anymore? Six hours “chewing my fingernails and losing hair.” Mitch and Scott argue about what “fun” in fandom really means, roast Matt Brash for his walk-filled chaos, and marvel at the weirdness of Seattle beating Tarik Skubal yet again.

Mitch welcomes Brady Farkas (Refuse to Lose Podcast) and Joe Doyle (Over-Slot / Future Stars Series) for a fiery Mariners No-Table as Seattle heads to Detroit tied 1–1. They rave over Jorge Polanco’s two-homer night off Cy Young favorite Tarik Skubal and the team’s resilience, then dissect Dan Wilson’s bullpen management in Game 1, Bryce Miller’s usage, and the decision to start George Kirby. The group debates Matt Brash’s shaky late-inning trust, Julio Rodriguez’s base-running and clutch turnaround, and whether the Tigers or Mariners now hold the upper hand as the ALDS resumes.

Mitch welcomes Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) and Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) for a heated Seahawks No-Table after Seattle’s gut-wrenching 38–35 loss to Tampa Bay. The trio debates how Mike Macdonald’s defense—ranked among the NFL’s best through two weeks—got completely schemed apart by Baker Mayfield. Mitch rips the lack of pressure from Byron Murphy and Leonard Williams, the blown coverage across the secondary, and the failure to get a stop with the game on the line. All agree: Sam Darnold looked spectacular, throwing four touchdowns and confirming his franchise-QB credentials even in defeat.

CBS analyst Rick Neuheisel joins Mitch after an emotional weekend that saw his son Jerry Neuheisel call plays for UCLA in the upset win over Penn State. Rick describes watching from the CBS studio as his phone exploded with messages, reliving the moment as both a broadcaster and a dad. He shares the behind-the-scenes timeline of Jerry being handed play-calling duties, his pride in how the Bruins responded, and the joy of seeing his family’s work pay off. From there, the conversation turns to the broader college-football landscape — Penn State and Texas now facing uphill climbs to the playoff, Notre Dame’s renewed path, the Huskies’ comeback win in Maryland, Florida’s bounce-back under Billy Napier, and previewing the week ahead with Oregon–Indiana on CBS.

GUESTS

• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack
• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN
• Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | From Fingernails to Fun Forest: Mitch and Hotshot Debate Whether Sports Are Still Fun After Six Brutal Hours of Seahawks and Mariners Angst

12:15 | BEAT THE BOYS – Register at MitchUnfiltered.com

15:46 | Mariners Split, Seahawks Stumble: Mitch Calls It “Inexcusable,” Hotshot Still Finds Hope in Detroit

32:01 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Polanco Powers Mariners Even, Wilson’s Moves Debated as Series Shifts to Detroit

55:21 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Seahawks Defense Collapses in 38–35 Shootout: MacDonald Takes the Blame, Darnold Shines in Defeat

1:20:50 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; A Proud Papa Moment — Rick Neuheisel on His Son’s Play-Calling Debut and a Wild Weekend in College Football

1:51:20 | Other Stuff Segment: Michael Bennett defends Russell Wilson and says Richard Sherman’s criticism is personal animosity, debate over whether Russ deserves the Hall of Fame, Mark Sanchez stabbed in Indianapolis parking dispute involving pepper spray, 49ers backup QB Mac Jones discovers a dead body outside his hotel before Thursday Night Football, Texas Rangers part ways with Bruce Bochy and promote Skip Schumaker, Jay Cutler released early from DUI jail after trying to pay off a fender-bender with $2,000, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s reported split includes a “no-cocaine bonus clause,” Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson gets early Oscar buzz for The Smashing Machine as MMA fighter Mark Kerr, Lionel Richie claims Michael Jackson was literally nicknamed “Smelly,” Mitch realizes the real-life fighter from The Smashing Machine went to Syracuse the same time he did. RIPs: Lawrence Moten, Syracuse basketball’s all-time leading scorer (53), Arthur Jones, former Ravens defensive tackle and Syracuse standout (39), Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologist and conservationist (91). Headlines: Holiday Inn Express testing scent-based alarm clocks (mildew, fast food, and beer farts), AI vandal confesses to crimes via chatbot “Rat GPT,” Seattle’s sex-trivia nights draw crowds and educate, UK Health Service sparks debate over cousin marriages and their “benefits,” Hotshot’s favorite — “Uncle Dad Christmas shopping simplified.”

RUNDOWN

(352) is Gainesville, Florida — home of the University of Florida. They reflect on Petty’s legendary catalog, from “American Girl” to “Free Fallin’,” his Beatles-inspired path to music, and his legacy in Gators football culture. Mitch and Hotshot recap the Seahawks’ nail-biting win in Glendale, where a late Jason Meyers field goal sealed the victory to move Seattle to 3–1. They turn to the Huskies’ tough loss against Ohio State, noting costly penalties and red-zone failures that made the final score more lopsided than the game felt.

The Mariners closed the regular season with a sweep at the hands of the Dodgers but secured the No. 2 seed at 90–72. Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas join Mitch to debate whether the late skid matters, the state of the bullpen (Bazardo vs. Brash in high-leverage spots, Munoz’s control issues), and the playoff rotation order. They also spar over Cal Raleigh’s MVP case against Aaron Judge and whether Seattle should prefer Cleveland or Detroit in the ALDS.

The Seahawks dominated for three quarters in Arizona before letting the Cardinals storm back with 17 unanswered points, needing Jason Myers’ last-second field goal to escape with a win. The No-Table crew weighs Sam Darnold’s poise, Mike Macdonald’s conservative late-game decisions, the defense’s lapses, and the ongoing questions with the run game and offensive line.

Mitch welcomes CBS Sports’ Rick Neuheisel, presented by Taco Time Northwest, for his weekly whip-around of the college football world. They break down Washington’s missed opportunities against Ohio State, Alabama’s statement win at Georgia, and why depth in the trenches separates contenders from pretenders. Rick also weighs in on Penn State’s playoff chances, Miami–Florida State as a marquee matchup, and hands out his Chicken Caesar Taco awards before making his Week 6 pick.

GUESTS

• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack
• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN
• Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Gators, Guitar Lessons, and the Great Tom Petty

9:05 | BEAT THE BOYS – Register at MitchUnfiltered.com

13:20 | Seahawks Hold On, Huskies Fall Short, Mariners Await Their Opponent

35:47 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Mariners Finish 90–72, Set for ALDS with Questions Looming

1:00:26 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Seahawks Survive Scare in Glendale

1:27:02 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; on Huskies, Bama’s Revival, and the Week Ahead in College Football

1:56:57 | Other Stuff Segment: Hotshot raves about the film One Battle After Another with Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, and Regina Hall, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, calling it the best movie he’s seen in a decade, while Mitch celebrates that the Astros have been eliminated from the playoffs and notes the Mariners’ upcoming intrasquad scrimmages at T-Mobile. Other stories include Shaun Alexander announcing his 14th child, Richard Sherman’s deferred prosecution and Hall of Fame comments about Russell Wilson, Matthew Stafford’s painful low blow and his wife’s vasectomy joke, the Ryder Cup devolving into pro wrestling–style chaos, Logan Paul buying a $32.5 million mansion, Johnny Carson’s Malibu estate hitting the market at $110 million, Brandon Roy suspiciously being removed as Garfield High’s coach, and MLB introducing its new ABS challenge system for balls and strikes. RIPs include former Bengals and Auburn running back Rudy Johnson, who died by suicide at 45 amid CTE concerns, and Elaine Merck Binder, one of the last surviving Munchkins from The Wizard of Oz, at 94. HEADLINES: Stephen King’s obsession with “Mambo No. 5” nearly cost him his marriage, Alyssa Milano removing her breast implants at 52, a man without thumbs going viral for showing he can do anything except hitchhike, Bachelor star Madison Prewett claiming 10 years without masturbation, and MLB preparing blind dipshit robot umpires for 2026.

RUNDOWN

We’ve got full-on playoff fever! Mitch transforms into “Mr. Playoffs,” breaking down worst-case scenarios, magic numbers, and the Mariners’ path to clinching the AL West, the No. 2 seed, and even the slim shot at the top seed. From playoff math to the weekend’s biggest headlines on the field — the Seahawks crush the Saints 44–13 behind special teams fireworks and a near-perfect day from Sam Darnold.

Mitch is joined by Brady Farkas and Joe Doyle to break down one of the most cathartic series in Mariners history — a sweep of the Astros in Houston. The trio cover dominant starting pitching, Victor Robles’ season-saving catch, and Brian Wu’s ace-level performance despite injury concerns.

Mitch, Jacson Bevens and Brady Henderson break down Seattle’s 44–13 demolition of the Saints. The discussion includes Sam Darnold’s near-perfect day, a record 95-yard punt return by Tory Horton, and another statement from Mike Macdonald’s defense despite missing key starters.

Mitch and Rick Neuheisel dive into a loaded week of college football, from Nebraska’s collapse to Washington’s upcoming showdown with No. 1 Ohio State. Rick shares why Husky QB Julian Sayin is already on his Heisman radar, reflects on his emotional return to Husky practice, and explains where UW must hold up against the Buckeyes. They also preview Oregon–Penn State, Alabama–Georgia, and talk Clemson’s stunning stumble, before Rick makes his Week 5 pick.

GUESTS

• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack
• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN
• Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mr. Playoffs: Mariners’ Magic Number Math Gets Real

24:11 | BEAT THE BOYS – Register at MitchUnfiltered.com

27:25 | Seahawks Roll, Mariners Sweep, and Huskies Brace for Ohio State

48:03 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Sweeping Houston, Woo’s Injury, and Cal’s MVP Push

1:25:15 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Darnold Shines, Defense Dominates, Special Teams Explodes

1:51:55 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; on Huskies’ Big Test, Ducks at Penn State, and College Football Chaos

2:35:33 | Other Stuff Segment: John Denver’s hometown mystery and the 351 area code in Massachusetts, Dennis Leary’s Worcester roots, the formation of the J. Geils Band and their hits Freeze Frame, Love Stinks, and Centerfold, Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw’s retirement and Hall of Fame résumé, Kyler Murray’s social media misstep in a Michael Vick jersey, a bizarre disqualification at the US Mid-Amateur golf championship involving Mercer Island’s Paul Mitzel, a scandal at the World Stone Skimming Championship in Scotland, Stanford basketball’s surprise five-star commitment from Aziz Olajuwon, SeaTac Airport ranking 17th out of 20 major airports, and frustrations with inconsistent TSA rules across airports, before moving into RIPs: Robert Redford, and former Cowboys linebacker D.D. Lewis, remembered for saying Texas Stadium had “a hole in the roof so God can watch His favorite team play,” at 79. HEADLINES include researchers in Norway suggesting the first butthole might have been for sperm instead of poop, a highway spill of M&Ms, NASA denying a three-eye atlas is an alien ship, and two teenagers in China ordered to pay $300,000 after peeing in a restaurant hot pot.

RUNDOWN

A cryptic Hotshot tweet about cheering for arrests sets the tone before the guys revel in the Mariners’ wild seven-game sweep and the Seahawks’ statement win in Pittsburgh. The bullpen’s near-perfect ERA has playoff dreams buzzing, George Kirby snaps back in style, and Sam Darnold, Ken Walker, and Riq Woolen all shine.

Mitch, Brady, and Joe revel in a historic seven-game home sweep that has the Mariners suddenly in control of the AL West. The bullpen’s 30+ innings with only one earned run anchors the conversation, alongside George Kirby’s 14-strikeout rebound, Julio’s resurgence at the plate, and Cal Raleigh’s record-setting power. With Kansas City and Houston on deck, the crew debates playoff odds, MVP chatter, and whether Josh Naylor might be the perfect midseason fit in Seattle.

Fresh off a 31–17 win in Pittsburgh, the crew digs into a Seahawks performance that mixed chaos with control. Riq Woolen redeemed himself with a hustle play that saved a touchdown. Sam Darnold shook off mistakes to make clutch throws, Kenneth Walker topped 100 yards with a highlight-reel touchdown, and the ball finally spread to Cooper Kupp, JSN, Horton, and the tight ends.

Rick Neuheisel joins to unpack a loaded college football weekend — from Brian Kelly scolding reporters after LSU’s win, to Georgia’s Gunner Stockton and Notre Dame–Texas A&M’s wild finish, to Arch Manning getting booed in Austin. He shares stories of media jousts from his UCLA days, weighs in on John Mateer’s Heisman chances at Oklahoma, and even recalls the “Apple Cup plunge” tradition from his perfect 4–0 run against WSU. Neuheisel closes with his weekly pick, riding Nebraska as a home underdog against Michigan while eyeing the upcoming Apple Cup showdown.

Bud Withers joins to discuss his new book, the first ever written on the history of the Apple Cup, just in time for another chapter in the storied rivalry. He reflects on why the UW–WSU matchup is uniquely distinctive, how Don James viewed it as “everything to lose, nothing to gain,” and why Cougar upsets often define the most memorable games.

GUESTS

• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack
• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN
• Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion
• Bud Withers | Veteran Pacific Northwest sportswriter & author of Too Good to Be Through

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Arrest Videos, Mariners Revival and Seahawks win!

21:23 | Stockton, Pete Carrol and Wicked Game

25:15 | BEAT THE BOYS, Presented by Fireside Home Solutions. Register at MitchUnfiltered.com

30:59 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Mariners Ride Bullpen Magic, Kirby’s Bounce-Back, and Julio’s Surge Into First Place Showdown

1:06:30 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Seahawks Dominate Steelers Behind Defense, Darnold’s Poise, and Walker’s Big Runs

1:35:27 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; on Brian Kelly’s Rant, QB Breakouts, and Apple Cup Memories

2:04:08 | GUEST: Bud Withers; on the First Apple Cup Book, Legendary Games, and Rivalry Lore

2:35:01 | Other Stuff Segment: Steve Ballmer investigation, Phillies fan home run ball saga, Canelo vs. Terence Crawford fight, Coldplay CEO affair update, AP voter Haley Sawyer controversy, Jordan Hudson and Bill Belichick sideline drama, twin brothers’ tee-time resale scheme, Jalen Carter spitting fine,

RIPs Rick Davies of Supertramp, actress Polly Holliday (“Flo” from Alice), boxer Ricky Hatton, HEADLINES doctor leaves surgery for sex, tumor the size of an egg in a man’s scrotum, 6’9” woman and 5’4” husband romance, engineers propose uncatchable AI-powered plane.

RUNDOWN

Plenty of sports heartbreak — from the Dolphins’ ongoing struggles to the Seahawks’ gut-punch opener. But there is relief in the Mariners’ explosive bats and the Huskies’ video-game offense, before shifting gears to launch the annual Beat the Boys contest, presented by Fireside Home Solutions. Listeners get the scoop on how to re-register, this year’s lineup of “the boys” (including a new addition, Jason Puckett), and the all-important first password. Along the way, the guys swap birthday trivia, share a Pink backstory you won’t forget, and set the stage for a packed show of Seahawks, Mariners, and college football talk.

Mitch and Hotshot dive into the Seahawks’ frustrating Week 1 loss to the 49ers, where Sam Darnold’s quiet debut and Riq Woolen’s costly miscues overshadowed a defense that couldn’t quite finish the job. They debate Mike Macdonald’s decision to kick on a crucial 4th-and-1, the missing downfield threat without DK Metcalf, and whether Seattle’s “smashmouth” identity is more talk than reality. Shifting gears, the guys celebrate the Mariners’ offensive eruption — 28 runs over two games — that keeps them two games up in the Wild Card race with 19 left, 13 at home. Hope rises in Seattle, but fans have learned to brace for heartbreak.

Mitch welcomes Brady Henderson and Jacson Bevens to dissect Seattle’s 17–13 Week 1 loss to the 49ers. The defense largely held its ground, limiting San Francisco to 17 points, but the offense sputtered behind Sam Darnold and a conservative game plan. The panel debates Mike Macdonald’s critical fourth-down decision, the ongoing frustrations with cornerback Riq Woolen, and the lack of offensive balance despite Jackson Smith-Njigba’s breakout.

Mitch sits down with Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas to break down a much-needed rebound weekend for the Mariners. With Julio Rodríguez heating up, a rotation trying to steady itself, and 13 of the final 19 games at home, the M’s are still firmly in the postseason race. The crew debates Seattle’s playoff odds, the outlook for Jorge Polanco’s contract, and the development of young catcher Harry Ford. Plus, they preview crucial upcoming series against the Cardinals and Angels as the AL West chase tightens.

Rick Neuheisel joins Mitch to recap an eventful Week 2 in college football, from South Florida’s upset of Florida to Oregon’s early dominance behind quarterback Dante Moore. The two dive into Florida’s coaching hot seat, Jedd Fisch’s future at Washington, and why Arch Manning’s mechanics and rhythm remain under scrutiny as Texas gears up for the SEC gauntlet. Neuheisel also hands out “Chicken Caesar soft tacos” to standout players and duos across the country before making his Week 3 pick: Texas Tech to roll big over Oregon State.

GUESTS

• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN
• Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts
• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over-Slot Substack
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mitch & Hotshot Return: Seahawks Frustrations, Dolphins Woes, and Beat the Boys is Back

6:18 | BEAT THE BOYS, Presented by Fireside Home Solutions. Register at MitchUnfiltered.com

19:25 | Seahawks Fall Short, Mariners Find Their Bats

40:58 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Seahawks Stumble in Opener: Defense Shines, Offense Falters

1:07:51 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Mariners Snap the Slide, Eyeing a Playoff Push

1:34:28 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; Breaks Down Week 2 Surprises and Week 3 Showdowns

2:02:21 | Other Stuff Segment: Topics covered include a Phillies fan stealing a home run ball, Mitch’s Beatles interview recap, future guest diver Yohei Yamada, Anthony Rizzo losing his wedding ring, the Astronomer CEO affair update, Anna Kournikova’s pregnancy, Sean Kemp at a Lil Wayne concert, a Croatian freediver’s breath-hold record, and the announcement of a Tyson vs. Mayweather exhibition. RIPs: Mark Volman of The Turtles (“Happy Together”), Davey Johnson the MLB player and manager best known for leading the 1986 Mets, Cowboys linebacker Lee Roy Jordan of the Doomsday Defense, beloved college basketball coach George Raveling who helped connect Michael Jordan with Nike, heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner who fought Ali and Frazier, Hall of Fame Canadiens goalie Ken Dryden with six Stanley Cups, and Tom Hostetter, a Pacific Northwest golf professional and father-in-law of listener Maddie. HEADLINES: an NHS surgeon who had his own legs removed to satisfy a fetish was jailed for insurance fraud, a foot model was run over after refusing a date’s foot-smelling request, Senator John Kennedy claimed radioactive shrimp will turn you into an alien, and a man in Batman pajamas helped police stop a robbery (with Hotshot’s “Boner Man” twist).

RUNDOWN

Nugget ice machines, clinking noises, and bizarre celebrity rumors (yes, even LeAnn Rimes’ teeth). The warm-up turns nostalgic as the show celebrates musical birthdays for Billy Ray Cyrus, Gene Simmons, and Elvis Costello. And what about the chaos of late August sports: college football’s return, the NFL looming, and the Mariners somehow both collapsing and contending at the same time? Hotshot recounts the fantasy football fiasco that ended his playing days back in 2007, while Mitch embraces his role as a “passionate pessimist” when it comes to Seattle baseball. And through it all, one bright spot remains—Brian Wu quietly posting Cy Young–level consistency, even if the voters never notice.

Mitch interviews Nancy King, who was just 16 when a family trip to Seattle in August 1964 turned into the story of a lifetime. From checking into the Beatles’ hotel, to a chance encounter with a Liverpool journalist, to being ushered into a private room where she spent 30 unforgettable minutes with John, Paul, George, and Ringo — Nancy recounts how one magical evening reshaped her life and inspired decades of storytelling.

CBS analyst and Rose Bowl–winning coach Rick Neuheisel joins Mitch to open another season of weekly college football chats, breaking down the new 12-team playoff format, the looming SEC and Big Ten power plays, and the frenzy around Arch Manning’s Texas debut in Columbus. He weighs in on Washington’s year-two outlook under Jedd Fisch, Heisman dark horses, and makes his first official “Rick’s Pick” of 2025 — with Oregon and LSU circled for January glory.

Mitch welcomes back Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas for episode 348 of this Mariners No-Table segment, where the trio dissects Seattle’s uneven road trip, a roster struggling against lefties, and what Cal Raleigh’s historic home run pace means for the franchise. With Padres, Guardians, and Rays looming, the group debates roster moves, Harry Ford’s September call-up chances, and whether the Mariners are missing their moment to bury Houston.

GUESTS

• Nancy King | Eyewitness to the Beatles’ 1964 Seattle stay and lifelong storyteller of that night at the Edgewater Hotel
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion
• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over Slot Substack

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | From Nugget Ice to Beatles Nights

21:56 | Passionate Pessimists, Fantasy-Free Since ’07, and Mariners in the Madness

35:30 | GUEST: Nancy King; From North Dakota to the Edgewater: A Teenager’s Night With the Beatles

1:05:25 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; Kicks Off College Football: Playoff Paths, Arch Madness, and Husky Hopes

1:34:28 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Mariners No-Table: Clunky Rosters, Cal Raleigh’s Power Surge, and a Crucial Week Ahead

2:02:21 | Other Stuff Segment: Chinese Taipei wins Little League World Series, Issaquah loses to eventual softball champion Texas, Seahawks preseason struggles & roster cuts (Marquez Valdes-Scantling uncertainty), Lee Corso’s final College GameDay broadcast, John Wall retires from NBA, Bengals Ring of Honor controversy (Boomer Esiason email & Corey Dillon snub), Roger Federer declared billionaire via On Running stake, Nolan Bushnell turns down 1/3 of Apple for $50K, Sean Kemp sentenced to 30 days home detention, Michael Jordan & Kobe Bryant card sells for $12.93M, Ro Crowder rearrested for sniffing strangers, Bellevue Pickleball Club opening. RIPs: Jerry Adler (actor, Sopranos/Good Wife/Rescue Me), Judge Frank Caprio (“Caught in Providence” TV judge). Headlines: IHOP waitress charged with groping a customer, Wisconsin State Fair worker glues coworker’s Coke, Thailand hospital records used as food wrapping, Britney Spears nude photoshoot, Fake Justin Bieber scams Vegas nightclub.

RUNDOWN

Not a roast but a convo about Taylor Swift’s appearance with the Kelce brothers. Maybe some Kylie vs. Taylor banter, and Billy Joel’s new documentary. Mitch and Hotshot run through notable August 18th birthdays and remembrances before spotlighting historic sports moments—from George Brett’s chase for .400 to Earl Campbell’s retirement and Rich Beem’s upset of Tiger Woods. Then a little Beatles-in-Seattle tour lore.

From there, the show jumps into Ed Sullivan’s power to launch music careers, including the Commodores’ near-miss. The Mariners’ playoff push and the Seahawks’ preseason promise. Mitch praises the offensive line and Sam Darnold’s sharp play, while Hotshot keeps him grounded with the refrain: “It’s the preseason.” The duo even dream on a Trey Hendrickson trade.

The Mariners No-Table crew dives into a tough 2–4 stretch against Baltimore and New York, citing both rotation struggles and lineup issues, while finding optimism in Bryce Miller’s return and Brian Wu’s consistency. Gino Suarez’s slump and playoff rotation questions loom large, as bold predictions fly for the Phillies and A’s series.

Brady Henderson of ESPN joins to break down Uchenna Nwosu’s return, the unlikely Hendrickson trade scenario, Jake Bobo’s breakout, and Clint Kubiak’s offensive reboot. He also highlights Zach Charbonnet’s growing role, Sam Darnold’s fit in the new scheme, and the roster battles heating up ahead of Week 1.

KJ-Aren’ts—Mitch and Jason Puckett banter over podcast quirks, golf habits, chowder debates in the heat, and family traditions. The conversation winds into nostalgic territory with Christmas memories and video game firsts, from Pong to Nintendo.

GUESTS

• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over Slot Substack
• Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN.com
• Jason Puckett | Radio Host, KJ-Aren’ts & PuckSports.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Taylor Swift & Kelce banter; Billy Joel doc; celeb birthdays & tributes; August 18th sports milestones (Conigliaro, Brett, Walker, Campbell, Beem); Beatles’ ’64 U.S. tour launches.

20:47 | Ed Sullivan’s sway over music legends; The Commodores’ near-miss; Mariners in a pennant chase.

32:40 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Mariners skid after hot streak; Orioles and Mets series disappoint; Brady blames the bats, Joe blames the rotation; Bryce Miller returns to boost staff; Brian Wu’s historic streak sparks Cy Young talk; Gino Suarez slumping; Phillies and A’s ahead; Note Table predictions fly — Cal Raleigh homers, Julio vs. Sam Darnold completions, and a Philly series win call.

56:47 | GUEST: Brady Henderson; Seahawks trending up in preseason; Nwosu returns from PUP, Hendrickson trade unlikely; Jake Bobo shines with two TDs; offensive line dominance and Clint Kubiak’s system highlighted; Charbonnet pushing Walker for RB reps; Darnold efficient in new offense; depth battles at linebacker, WR3, and guard unfold as preseason finale looms.

1:19:19 | GUEST: Jason Puckett; Mitch & Jason Puckett riff on podcast quirks, golf, clam chowder challenges, Christmas traditions, and childhood video games in a lighthearted KJR reunion segment.

1:38:30 | Other Stuff Segment: Georgia TV station typo: Michael Penix Jr. miswritten as Michael Penis Jr., Husky Stadium fan sign prank spelling “Penis”, Cookbooks → Marshawn Lynch’s new book Yeast Mode, Congratulations: Bonnie Lake Sumner Little League World Series first win; pitcher Lin Chine from Chinese Taipei throwing 82mph (~108mph MLB equivalent), Mariners: Brian Wu ties Cy Young with pitching streak (24 starts, 6+ innings, ≤2 walks), Taylor Swift “Easter egg” conspiracy pointing to Super Bowl halftime show, NCAA punishment: Michigan football (Connor Stallions, Sharon Moore suspension, Jim Harbaugh show-cause penalties), QB John Mattie (ex-Washington State, now Oklahoma) under investigation for sports gambling (Venmo trail), Arch Manning Venmo request for $50 (declined), NFL preseason fights: Jaguars fan vs. Saints fan brawl in the Superdome, Trailblazers sold to Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dunin ($4B), ESPN/Spike Lee Colin Kaepernick docuseries canceled, Sha’Carri Richardson (airport altercation with boyfriend Christian Coleman, police video released), Washington’s first In-N-Out Burger opening in Ridgefield → traffic concerns, city staging plans. RIP Segment: Tristan Rogers (actor, General Hospital – Robert Scorpio), Danielle Spencer (actress, “Dee Thomas” on What’s Happening!!), Dan Tana (legendary LA restaurateur, owner of Dan Tana’s). Headlines: Pokémon Happy Meal craze in Japan → food waste outside McDonald’s, “Sex is being scrubbed from the internet” → AI-generated nudes market emerging, Canadian woman unknowingly pregnant → gives birth on toilet, World’s largest penis (14.5″) man slips in shower, breaks arm.

RUNDOWN

Mitch and Hotshot recap the Mariners’ Ichiro celebration weekend, praising the team’s tribute while questioning the odd inclusion of Tom Brady in the video montage—especially after deliberately omitting Alex Rodriguez to avoid boos. Episode 346’s “area code spotlight” on Houston’s, highlights a long list of famous residents and musical talent from ZZ Top and Kenny Rogers to Beyoncé and Travis Scott.

Mitch and Hotshot marvel at the Mariners’ blistering run—seven straight wins, 13 games over .500, and now just a game behind the Astros with 43 to play. With stars like Gino Suarez yet to heat up and pitching still not at peak form, the duo wonders just how high this team’s ceiling might be.

In this Mariners No-Table, Mitch, Joe Doyle, and Brady Farkas break down Seattle’s 9–1 homestand, surging offense, and remarkable lineup depth even with Gino Suarez and Cal Raleigh struggling. They debate bullpen concerns—especially Andres Muñoz’s command—plus looming roster decisions with Luke Raley and Victor Robles returning.
Jacson Bevens joins Mitch for some key takeaways from Seattle’s preseason opener, spotlighting rookie WR Tory Horton’s strong debut, dynamic fullback usage, and a cleverly schemed interception that showcased Mike Macdonald’s defense. They discuss the ceiling and depth of the defense, the roles of Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet, and the need for top performances from CBs Riq Woolen and Devon Witherspoon.
In this re-aired classic, John Tesh tells Mitch the now-famous story of how “Roundball Rock” was born, from humming the tune into his answering machine in Europe to bringing it to life in the studio. He shares behind-the-scenes details about working with NBC, the song’s enduring legacy, and his surprise at how deeply it has embedded itself in basketball culture.

GUESTS

• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI)
• Joe Doyle | MLB Draft & Mariners Analyst, Over Slot Substack
• Jacson Bevens | Cigar Thoughts, Seahawks Writer
• John Tesh | “Roundball Rock” – NBA’s Iconic Theme

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mariners Celebrate Ichiro Weekend, Roast Tom Brady Video Cameo, and Spotlight Houston’s 346 with Musical Legends

23:30 | Mariners Surge to Within One Game of Houston Behind Deep, Dangerous Lineup

39:21 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Red-Hot Offense, Roster Crunch Looming, and Pennant-Race Predictions

1:09:33 | GUEST: Jacson Bevens; Seahawks Preseason Takeaways: Horton Impresses, Fullback Power, Defensive Potential, and QB Depth Questions

1:29:50 | GUEST: John Tesh Recounts Creating the Iconic NBA on NBC Theme

1:51:50 | Other Stuff Segment: Seahawks vs. Raiders preseason game recap (and missed viewing due to building furniture), Seahawks upcoming preseason game vs. Chiefs — questions on starters like Sam Darnold and WR Tory Horton, Rookie Gray Zabel’s strong performance at guard in preseason, Los Angeles Chargers LT Rashaan Slater — $113M contract extension followed by ruptured patella tendon in practice, NASCAR driver Connor Zilisch’s clavicle injury while celebrating race win (compared to Kendrys Morales’ injury), Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes’ performance — ERA stats and seven-hit game, Proposal for Backstreet Boys vs. NSYNC in “The Match” golf event (and lack of interest from Mitch/Scott), Former NFL RB LaShaun Johnson sentenced for large-scale dogfighting operation, Former Miami Heat security officer Marco Thomas Perez charged with stealing/selling game-used memorabilia (including LeBron’s Game 7 jersey), Houston police officer under investigation for TikTok video about writing tickets due to lack of sex, Johnstown, PA wins Little League Softball World Series — standout pitching by Reagan Bills, Tom Brady statue unveiled at Gillette Stadium (commentary on appearance), John Cena discusses hair transplant and hair loss stigma, Jen Pawol becomes first female umpire in MLB regular-season game, Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Cam Little hits 70-yard FG in preseason game, Starbucks Korea bans desktop computers, printers, and large setups in stores, Mariano Rivera tears Achilles in Yankees Old-Timers Game RIP Segment: Bobby Whitlock — Derek and the Dominos co-founder, first white artist signed to Stax Records, Jim Lovell — Apollo 13 commander, astronaut with four spaceflights Headlines: Owner of Trump Burger in Houston facing deportation, Man lights cigarette from Eternal Flame at Arc de Triomphe (Paris), Ice cream shop releases breast milk–flavored ice cream, Japanese teacher fired for working part-time at a convenience store; school apologizes to students.