RUNDOWN

Seattle Mariners’ bring home the W in celebration of Mitch Unfiltered Episode 300! Is Jason Myers’ consistent…at missing extra points during preseason games?

The discussion takes a somber turn as they touch on the Puyallup Little League team’s imminent elimination from the Little League World Series after successive losses, highlighting the relentless nature of sports competitions. Was the Boeing Classic a shank for locals worrying about air safety? Hotshot might say so.

No-Table talks Seahawks loss to Tennessee by one crucial missed extra point. Sam Howell gains significant praise for his improved play during preseason, displaying better control and efficiency without turnovers. Seahawks No-Table touch on the impact of new and lesser-known players making a mark in preseason games, contributing significantly to the team’s defensive dynamics and depth.

The Mariners’ No-Table panel grapples with the Seattle’s dwindling chances in the MLB season. With 37 games left, Mitch initiates a somber discussion, questioning if the season’s effectively over.

Joe adds a tactical perspective, outlining a scenario where the Mariners could still win the division if they significantly improve their performance and Houston plays at .500.

Mitch and former NFL quarterback Rick Mirer reminisce about Rick’s football career and his transition into the wine industry. Rick shares anecdotes from his NFL days, reflecting on the challenges and his journey from a highly touted draft pick to various team stints, culminating in a successful second career. He talks about his entry into winemaking with fellow former NFL player Drew Bledsoe, driven by a shared passion for wine developed during their football careers. Rick also discusses the nuances of his post-NFL life, including his sons’ athletic pursuits, one of whom is a quarterback at Stanford, while the others played lacrosse at Notre Dame and Michigan.

GUESTS

• Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings)

• Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor)

• Rick Mirer | former Seahawks QB & Notre Dame star

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:15 | Celebrating 300 episodes we practice continuity over specials.

3:45 | “Fun with Audio,” Pat Summerall and John Madden, talk about Cortez and Mirer’s big hotdog!

11:22 | Puyallup’s defeat

25:23 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider), Brian Nemhauser (Hawkblogger Mornings) and Mitch rehash the preseason loss in Nashville and the more important midweek workouts with the Titans. Will we see Geno, DK and the 1st teamers this week against the Browns?

51:21 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Joe Doyle (Over Slot), Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now) and Mitch bitch & moan about a week that might be the beginning of the end for the M’s. Also look ahead to the Dodgers and Giants series.

1:10:53 | GUEST: Rick Mirer: former Seahawks QB – reminisces about a football career that didn’t quite live up to the billing and the impact that had on the Notre Dame star. From being the 2nd overall pick to eating hotdogs on the sideline with Cortez Kennedy to trying to excel on a team that the owner was trying to move to LA.

1:41:07 | The Other Stuff Segment: • poltergeist house for sale • 28 Outs documentary (Armando Galarraga’s near-perfect game) • Robert Griffin III’s ESPN departure, Sam Ponder’s ESPN departure • Russell Wilson’s preseason performance with Pittsburgh Steelers • Justin Fields’ performance • Kobe Bryant’s memorabilia auction • Michael Pennix Jr.’s preseason performance • Starbucks new CEO appointment • RIPs: Peter Marshall, Greg Kin, Gina Rollins, John Apria, Jack Russell.

RUNDOWN

Seattle Mariners’ sweep the New York Mets but first…Mini Kiss, a Kiss tribute band comprised of little people.

Things to get excited about: Pitt County Little League Softball World Series champions, US Gold Medal victories. Things to NOT get excited about: Seattle Seahawks’ dominant preseason performance under new coach Mike McDonald, and the Seattle Mariners’ recent sweep of the New York Mets, praising acquisitions like Randy Arozarena and Justin Turner.

Tuning into “Hawk Blogger Mornings” hosted by Brian Nemhauser, featuring Brady Henderson from ESPN.com, the Seahawks No-Table chat about the preseason opener under new head coach Mike McDonald, specifically their victory against the Los Angeles Chargers. The conversation touches on specific players like Sam Howell, who seemed more impressive during the game than in practice, contradicting his previous training camp performances. As well, a break down after the promising debut of Byron Murphy, followed by a review of Derek Hall and Tyrese Knight, highlighting their significant performances.

Mitch Levy hosts the Mariners No-Table, a discussion with Joe Doyle from Overslot and Brady Farkas, a Sports Illustrated reporter, focusing on the Mariners’ performance, particularly their sweep of the Mets and their position in the AL West. The panel discusses the Mariners’ potential for securing a wild card spot, considering the competition and remaining schedules of other teams in the league. There’s also an in-depth analysis of recent trades, particularly how Randy Arozarena and Justin Turner have contributed to the team’s offense, and the Mariners’ strong pitching, which has been a cornerstone of their success. They highlight Andres Munoz’s impressive run of not allowing a hit over multiple appearances, emphasizing the overall effectiveness of the pitching staff and bullpen.

Other Stuff Segment: fight, fight, fight.

GUESTS

• Seahawks No-Table (double-dose) | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings)

• Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:58 | Mini Kiss, coming to a casino near you.

6:00 | “Fun with Audio,” What did she just say? Was that the F-Bomb?

16:42 | Don’t Let Mitch Levy Get Excited…Seahawks Preseason. Mariners Sweep.

30:27 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: HawkBlogger Mornings Style. In an interesting twist – Brian Nemhauser hosts Mitch and Brady Henderson to reflect on the Seahawks triumphant debut in Los Angeles in preseason game number 1.

49:02 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table Part 2: Brian, Brady and Mitch discuss bright spots from the Hawks like Derick Hall, Byron Murphy and others. What does it all mean – if anything? Brady is headed to Nashville to watch workouts with the Titans.

1:09:17 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Joe Doyle (Over Slot), Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now) and Mitch try to control their excitement over the M’s sweep of the Mets in a series where the visitors scored 1 total run, and it waited until the 6th inning of game 3.

1:31:55 | The Other Stuff Segment: • NFL training camp fights • Appalachian State football practice incident • Seattle Seahawks training camp fights • Michael McDonald’s leadership response, joint Seahawks and Tennessee Titans training camp • Denard Robinson’s OWI arrest • South Hill Little League’s success • Hulk Hogan’s legal threats over a potential movie • Graham McDowell’s suspension in Live Golf League • Janet Jackson’s upcoming Las Vegas residency • Taylor Swift’s averted concert attack, • RIPs: Juan Chichi Rodriguez, Billy Bean, Charlie Cyphers.

RUNDOWN

Mitch shares a story about leading a successful campaign to reinstate Pat O’Day as the voice of Seafair on a local TV station. Pat O’Day, an expert storyteller, entertained listeners with stories ranging from music icons to quirky medical facts (athlete’s foot cure). Updates on Gold Medal Olympians, Novak Djokovic and Scotty Scheffler, watching their emotional reactions. Mitch celebrates local sports achievements, notably Blake Snell’s no-hitter and his and Tim Lincecum’s unique baseball records.

Hotshot expresses frustration with the rules preventing Piper from playing varsity sports immediately after her transfer, revealing plans to challenge these restrictions legally. Seahawks pregame; will Mitch’s pent up excitement result in the proverbial pre-season flop?

Mitch and Dave Grosby discuss the current state of Seattle sports, focusing on the Mariners’ recent performance and the Seahawks’ new era under Mike McDonald. Despite a strong starting rotation, Grosby expresses concerns about the Mariners’ postseason prospects, suggesting organizational changes if the team fails to make the playoffs. Shifting to the Seahawks, Grosby shares his reluctance about preseason football but shows interest in the new coaching strategies and player adaptations.

Mitch hosts the Seahawks no-table, featuring insights from ESPN’s Brady Henderson and Hawk blogger Brian Nemhauser. Player spotlights include Jake Bobo’s impressive catches and potential rise in the receiver ranks, and DK Metcalf’s standout camp performance, suggesting a peak season ahead.

Mitch discusses the Mariners’ recent performance with Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas. The Mariners scored 57 runs in eight games, a significant increase from their previous performances, attributed partly to new additions like Randy Arozarena and Justin Turner. Joe praises the trade deadline moves, emphasizing their impact on reducing the team’s strikeout rates and boosting offensive productivity. Brady highlights the Astros’ recent slowdown, which has helped the Mariners keep pace in the division race despite occasional losses.

The Other Stuff Segment dives deep into Olympic wins, and gender controversy.

GUESTS

• Dave Grosby | Seattle talk-show LEGEND

• Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings)

• Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1:18 | Pat O’Day, the silver fox, athlete’s foot cure and urinating in the shower.

9:35 | “Fun with Audio,” Blake Snell throws no-hitter!

20:30 | Piper hits the portal!

30:27 | GUEST: Dave Grosby – Seattle talk-show legend returns to his buddy’s podcast to chew on the Mariners stretch run, the new look Seattle Seahawks and the Big 10 football insanity. Always a treat when “The Groz” joins the fray

49:02 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table – Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Hawkblogger Brian Nemhauser team up to talk about the pros and cons of the Seahawks first 10 days of Training Camp. Who has stood out? Hawks are in LA for 1st preseason game against the Chargers.

1:09:17 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table – Joe Doyle (Over Slot), Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now) and Mitch wrangle with the idea that the M’s offense over the last week is the real thing. Mariners host the Tigers and Mets over the next week with a 1 game lead in the AL West.

1:31:55 | The Other Stuff Segment: • 2024 Summer Olympics (Noah Lyles, Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky, Scotty Scheffler, and the men’s basketball team) • Controversy Around Boxers Imani Khalif and Lin Yu Ting: DNA test results showing both X and Y chromosomes, raising debates on gender identification and eligibility in sports • Impact of Media and Public Perception • NFL players and potential Hall of Fame candidates (Marshawn Lynch)

RUNDOWN

Did Nadia Comaneci’s historic perfect 10 at the 1976 Olympics inspire Mitch’s career in sports broadcasting? How could it not. Baseball’s trade deadline fast approaching and the Mariners strike a deal. Also, do you remember that controversial extortion attempt involving Seahawks’ Byron Murphy II?

Mariners No-Table discuss the recent offensive success against Fedde and Crochet, so why the Arozarena acquisition?

Mitch reconnects with Rick Neuheisel, a former college football coach turned CBS analyst, at the Big Ten media days in Indianapolis, emphasizing the changes and new dynamics within the Big Ten Conference (particularly with the inclusion of teams like USC and UCLA).

Jim Callis, Senior Writer at MLB Pipeline, dives deep into the intricate decisions facing the Seattle Mariners as the MLB trade deadline approaches. He weighs in on the Mariners’ strategy of building future offenses through trades rather than free agency, due to the challenge of attracting free-agent hitters to Seattle.

GUESTS

• Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor)

• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst

• Jim Callis | MLB Pipeline (writer)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:34 | Olympic Trivia, Nadia Comaneci’s historic perfect 10 at the 1976 Olympics

10:30 | “Fun with Audio,” Mariners Broadcast Team on Friday Night (beating the Sox)

18:25 | Trade deadlines, do we need to talk about it? Lots of news.

32:04 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Joe, Brady and Mitch celebrate the awakening of the M’s bats and the acquisition of Randy Arozarena from the Rays. Is Jerry Dipoto done or is something else coming down the pike before the trade deadline on Tuesday?

58:05 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel – CBS College Football analyst – hops back on Mitch Unfiltered to discuss his week with the Big 10 in Indianapolis. Who’s the team to beat? Oregon? Ohio State? How will Jedd Fisch do in his first go around with the Huskies?

1:18:14 | GUEST: Jim Callis – MLB Pipeline – is 1 of the most informed minor league writers in the nation and has plenty to say about the prospects the Mariners sent to the Rays in the Arozarena trade. Did the M’s pver pay? Who’s a better catch Chisholm or Arozareno? How deep is the Mariners system? And how did Seattle do in the draft?

1:37:55 | The Other Stuff Segment: Olympic trivia, highest paid NFL quarterbacks, NBA media rights, NFL and TNT’s future partnership, Howard Stern and agent, Duke Fakir’s death, the Four Tops’ music, Indiana prison, cocaine smuggling, marijuana smuggling, Oscar Mayer wiener mobile accident, Gizmo the dog found after nine years.

RUNDOWN

Mitch Levy and Hotshot Scott discuss their two-week hiatus, during which Scott attended a softball tournament in Ogden, Utah and Mitch shares a personal anecdote about being conceived in El Paso, Texas (both stories were soo hot). Grammy-nominated Ingrid Andres was NOT nominated for her National Anthem rendition at the MLB Home Run Derby. Where are the Seattle Mariners’ post-All-Star break? Mitch and Hotshot debate whether the Mariners should trade for rental players or focus on acquiring long-term assets, emphasizing the team’s offensive struggles.

Mitch, Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider), and Brian Nemhauser (Hawk Blogger) discuss the Seattle Seahawks’ upcoming NFL training camp and the anticipated Mike McDonald era. Brady presents research on first-time head coaches, revealing that 13 out of 37 teams made the playoffs in their first year under a new coach.

Mitch, Brady Farkas from SI Now, and Joe Doyle break down the Seattle Mariners’ recent performance against the Houston Astros, which resulted in a tie atop the American League West. Are we questioning the Mariners’ playoff prospects?

Mitch and Christian Caple discuss the University of Washington football program and the upcoming season under coach Jed Fisch. They talk about the team’s composition, including the recruitment and transfer strategies, particularly highlighting the importance of the transfer portal in assembling the current roster.

GUESTS

• Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings)

• Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor)

• Charlie Plumb | Christian Caple (On Montlake)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:07 | From Hell to Heat, Hotshot drives to Ogden, Utah for five days of hot softball tournament, and Mitch tells the El Paso conception story (TMI)

5:20 | “Fun with Audio,” featuring a notably poor rendition of the national anthem by Grammy-nominated Ingrid Andres at the MLB Home Run Derby.

12:22 | From softball to The Sandlot, to the Mariners; Baseball has been very, very good everyone.

27:49 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings) join Mitch as Training Camp begins in Renton. What will the Mike Macdonald coaching staff feel like? What starting jobs are up in the air? What additions might still be made by John Schneider?

56:02 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now) bang their collective heads against the wall trying to figure out if the Mariners have a path to the AL West after losing another series to the Astros. The trade deadline is fast approaching.

1:15:08 | GUEST: Christian Caple (On Montlake) joins Unfiltered to dissect the job Jedd Fisch has done building a 2024 UW Huskies team from scratch. The HS class of 2025 is turning into 1 of the best in the country as the season opener is around the corner.

1:38:27 | The Other Stuff Segment: Softball dads are worse than dance moms, NBA Media Rights Deal, Mike Gundy’s comments on DUI arrest, LeBron James leads Team USA to victory against South Sudan, Japanese gymnast Shoko Miyata’s disqualification, Isabella Strahan declared cancer-free. R.I.P. Segment: Jacoby Jones, Bob Newhart, Shannon Doherty, Monty Kiffin, Pat Williams, Richard Simmons, Shelley Duvall, James Sicking, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Lou Dobbs, Dave Loggins

RUNDOWN

Achoo! How can sudden fame affect you? Don’t ask Richard Pryor’s clean comedy for any Hawk Tuah. Mitch and Hotshot discuss clean comedy, sneezing, and fame without spitting on any “thang.” But on to more serious topics, like “Mumford Physical Education Department.” And of course, let’s discuss the Mariners’ strategy approaching the MLB trade deadline (what’s Jerry DiPoto doing?).

Continuing the deep dive into the Seattle Mariners, approaching MLB All-Star Week, Mitch chats with Danny O’Neil, Seattle writer and talk show host. More Mariners talk continues with Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas, as the Mariners show signs of struggle.

And a little morning inspo in that cup of joe, Mitch invites you to listen to a powerful segment from an archived show, chatting with a POW survivor of 2,103 days in an 8×8 cell, US Navy Captain Charlie Plumb.

Heading over to the other stuff segment; WNBA “herstory” triple-double, MLB history, Julia Roberts, Swifties, and a few things we’re better off not writing down…

GUESTS

• Danny O’Neil | Seattle Writer and Talk Shot Host

• Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle “Over Slot” & Brady Farkas “Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor”

• Charlie Plumb | US Navy Captain POW

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:10 | Viral sneezing, we mean something else.

7:05 | Clip of the Week: Why are we still talking about Hawk Tuah girl?

21:20 | How do you go from Eddie Murphy’s Beverly Hills Cop, to Seattle Mariners’ Trade Strategy? Talent.

41:0 | GUEST: Danny O’Neil – Seattle writer, talk show host – is allowed to join the big boy table (Monday show) to discuss what the Mariners should do as the trade deadline approaches, if we should trust Jerry Dipoto & letting go of grudges.

1:08:17 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table – Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor) join Mitch as the M’s hold on the AL West lead gets looser and looser.

1:37:01 | GUEST: Blast from the Past – US Navy Captain Charlie Plumb’s memorable chat with Mitch about being shot down over Vietnam in 1967 and surviving 2,103 days as a tortured prisoner of war in Hanoi. An incredible human being with an outlook on life that’s 2nd to none.

2:18:20 | The Other Stuff Segment: toe punching, Mark Mosley, NFL MVP, stumped the band questions, WNBA history triple double, Major League Baseball history, draft picks, all-star game, grocery outlet, hitters, pitchers, Nelson Cruz, Julia Roberts, Swifties, AI powered vending machines, sex toys, Etsy, Legend of Zelda fan

RUNDOWN

Let’s discuss everyday irritations and social faux pas (the ups and downs of broader societal issues). Also, did you hear about the coach that apologized to the reporter? And the one where Kelly Stafford gets candid about a prior hookup? All this before we chat about the Mariner’s rapid decline, shrinking their lead.

In the first of three interviews, a fan favorite, John Bracken, tells about his random two-day golf outing with Michael Jordan between games 2 and 3 of the ’96 NBA Finals! Mariners No-Table says au revoir to Churchill as the Mariners wave goodbye to a 10-game lead. In the last of three interviews, Kevin Pelton joins Mitch to discuss the whispers surrounding the NBA expansion to Seattle. 

If all that wasn’t enough, the Other Stuff Segment covers everything from notable father-son duos to NBA draft controversies. We’ll toss in a few career downfalls along the way. 

GUESTS

• John Bracken | blast from the past, hosting Michael Jordan on the golf course

• Mariners No-Table | Jason Churchill from “Baseball Things” and Joe Doyle from “Over Slot”

• Kevin Pelton | NBA writer for ESPN.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2:41 | Let me off the elevator, first!

16:46 | Clip of The Week: The apologizing coach from Texas A&M.

27:09 | Mariners doing…little to nothing. Spending their “credit” in just 2 weeks.

40:12 | GUEST: John Bracken (from Ep 23 in February 2019) – MItch’s buddy tells the crazy story of when he randomly hosted Michael Jordan for 2 days of golf in Seattle during the 1996 NBA Finals between Games 2 and 3. **This has been 1 of the most popular guest segments in Mitch Unfiltered history.

1:06:40 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table – Jason, Joe & Mitch in Churchill’s final appearance on the No-Table – pick up the pieces of another lousy Mariners’ week. M’s have wasted most of a 10-game lead in the division in a matter of 2 weeks.

1:34:20 | GUEST: Kevin Pelton – ESPN.com NBA writer – on the latest behind-the-scenes whispers about NBA expansion to Seattle, the top storylines of this week’s NBA free agency and a recap pf the NBA Draft.

1:50:40 | The Other Stuff Segment: Father-son sports duos, J.J. Reddick allegations, Kyle Filipowski draft fall, Hunter Greenland incident, Jamarcus Russell lawsuit, Phoebe Gates dating, Chambers Bay LIV Golf event, amusement park incidents, Michael Jackson’s debts, celebrity deaths.