Episode 184 – Eldridge Recasner's Final Four Breakdown & Ken Green On Phil's Masters Absence

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To kick things off, the guys open the listener mailbag and Mitch Unfiltered is losing listeners left and right! Mitch and Scott weigh in on this year’s March Madness as the tourney comes to a close and chat about how Tyreek Hill’s contract sets the bar for DK Metcalf on deck. They also react to Deshaun Watson’s insistence that the lawsuits against him are unfounded as he heads to the Browns. Today’s guests are Eldridge Recasner, Ken Green, and Auburn Trojans basketball coach Ryan Hansen. The “Other Stuff” segment topics range from Mike Tyson diffusing a hostile situation, Leah Shutkever’s McNugget eating challenge, and the tragic passing of Taylor Hawkins.  

GUESTS  

  • Eldridge Recasner | The Athletic M’s writer   
  • Ken Green | New York Post columnist
  • Ryan Hansen | Prospect Insider writer

TABLE OF CONTENTS  

0:00 | The Seahawks currently have the second highest odds to land Baker Mayfield? 

23:20 | Only three games left, have you enjoyed the NCAA tournament thus far?  

26:35 | The Miami Dolphins are putting the pieces together to become competetive and their Tyreek Hill contract indirectly impacts the Hawks.  

33:36 | The Browns are confident Deshaun Watson is innocent despite the 22 accounts of inappropriate behavior against him. 

46:34 | GUEST: Eldridge Recasner returns to chat about the Final Four which is headed to his hometown of New Orleans.

1:09:47 | GUEST: Ken Green is back to discuss Phil Mickelson getting booted from playing in the 2022 Masters.

1:35:06 | GUEST: Ryan Hansen joins the show to talk about his Auburn Trojans winning the state title and gearing up for the national tournament in April.  

1:52:09 | Today’s “Other Stuff” segment features topics such as Mike Tyson stopping a hostile encounter, a chicken McNugget eating record, and Taylor Hawkins death.  

Episode 183 – Mariners No-Table & NFL Broadcast Booth Musical Chairs

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Hotshot is back after state tournament basketball travel last weekend and before starting the show imagine what Baker Mayfield in a Seahawks uniform would look like and share how their brackets are faring. Then, Mitch and Scott chat about Rashaad Penny’s new contract, Deshaun Watson heading to Cleveland, and the sudden passing of sports reporting icon John Clayton. A four pack of featured guests are M’s writers Corey Brock from The Athletic & Jason Churchill from Prospect Insider for the Mariners No-Table, Andrew Marchand of New York Post, and ESPN women’s basketball writer Mechelle Voepel. The guys close out the show with “Other Stuff” such as lack of true upsets in college hoops, classic Molly Ringwald encounters, and the aftermath from Lia Thomas’ victory at the NCAA swimming championships.  

GUESTS  

  • Corey Brock | The Athletic M’s writer   
  • Jason A. Churchill | Prospect Insider writer
  • Andrew Marchand | New York Post columnist
  • Mechelle Voepel | ESPN women’s basketball writer  

TABLE OF CONTENTS  

3:03 | The Seahawks currently have the second highest odds to land Baker Mayfield? 

19:05 | Does the one-year deal to keep Rashaad Penny make sense for the Hawks?  

22:58 | The Browns stated they have vetted Deshaun Watson’s case sufficiently to sign him to a cleverly inked contract.  

30:39 | Scott shares a few personal memories of the late John Clayton. 

41:56 | GUESTS: Corey Brock and Jason Churchill hop aboard to weigh in on Julio Rodriguez’s 2022 big league projections and the pick up of Suarez and Winker.

1:09:22 | GUEST: Andrew Marchand returns to provide a rundown of the network shakeup for the upcoming NFL season.  

1:26:06 | GUEST: Mechelle Voepel checks in to break down the latest details surrounding the arrest of Brittney Griner in Russia.  

1:44:52 | “Other Stuff” segment topics range from “the great equalizer” in college basketball, Mitch’s notorious run-ins with Molly Ringwald, and Lia Thomas’ national championship victory.  

Episode 182 – Special Edition Seahawks No-Table & Deshaun Watson's Precarious Next Steps

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Danny O’Neil steps in for Scott who is in Spokane with Issaquah’s state championship tournament team. Before starting the show, Danny chats about his NCAA tournament travel plans and Mitch lays out the Beat the Boys contest rules. Then, the guys dig into the major shakeup by the Hawks and the dropped criminal charges of Deshaun Watson. Today’s guests are Brady Henderson and Joe Fann for a special edition of the Seahawks No-Table, Peter King, and ESPN’s senior Broncos writer Jeff Legwold. Mitch and wrap up the episode with “Other Stuff” topics ranging from KD trashing on the New York mayor to NFL’s broadcast lineup to Calvin Ridley’s gambling investigation!  

GUESTS  

  • Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks insider   
  • Joe Fann | WynnBet & Blue Wire podcast host 
  • Peter King | NBC Sports national NFL writer  
  • Jeff Legwold | ESPN Broncos writer  
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS   1:13 | Where is Danny headed to for opening round NCAA tournament action?  6:46 | Submit your bracket entry for Beat the Boys presented by Fireside Home Solutions for fabulous prizes!   24:28 | Danny puts on his John Schneider hat to role play and answer the big questions ahead for the organization.  33:56 | Will Deshaun Watson find his way onto a team this year and how will be be received by the court of public opinion?   56:13 | GUEST: Brady Henderson and Joe Fann hop aboard to weigh in on the massive moves last week for the Hawks and the prospects of bringing in Deshaun Watson.  1:23:47 | GUEST: Peter King is back to provide his national perspective on the Russell trade, Watson’s legal update, and Calvin Ridley’s gambling storyline.   1:44:03 | GUEST: Broncos senior writer for ESPN Jeff Legwold shares his view of the Wilson acquisition from the Denver side .   2:02:19 | Today’s “Other Stuff” segment features stories ranging from LSU firing their coach before the tourney, Kevin Durant lashing out at the NYC mayor, and Calvin Ridley’s suspension.  

Episode 181 – David Samson Story Time & Shirtless Joel Dahmen

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At the top of the show, Scott provides the play-by-play at the end of ETL championship basketball game on Sunday followed by a Stump the Band question by Mitch. Then, they talk about Hotshot’s spat on Twitter, rules for March Madness Beat the Boys, and a few thoughts on the conflict in Ukraine and the tragic death of Katie Meyer. A trio of featured guests are former Marlins president & current podcaster David Samson, PGA golfer Joel Dahmen, and Olympic gold medalist Kaillie Humphries. Mitch and Hotshot close out the show with the “Other Stuff” segment to chat about Pete & John’s offseason wish list, the New York Liberty in hot water for a ridiculous reason, and new developments in the Trevor Bauer story! 

GUESTS 

  • David Samson | Nothing Personal with David Samson podcast
  • Joel Dahmen | PGA Tour golfer 
  • Kaillie Humphries | Team USA gold medalist 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

0:00 | Hotshot rushed back from the championship game of his daughter’s basketball team and they came up just short.

20:44 | Scott couldn’t resist but lash back at a snarky Tweet someone sent to him on Saturday. 

26:16 | Get ready for Beat the Boys NCAA tournament edition next week!

29:22 | The guys take a few moments to talk about the situation in Ukraine and the death of Stanford soccer player Katie Meyer. 

39:01 | GUEST: David Samson returns to the show to share a few stories including during his tenure as Marlins president. 

1:02:17 | GUEST: Joel Dahmen is back after baring his chest during The Honda Classic and optimism heading into the next string of tournaments . 

1:24:15 | GUEST: Olympic gold medalist Kaillie Humphries is back from Beijing to share her story from Calgary to representing Team USA. 

1:52:09 | Today’s “Other Stuff” segment features stories ranging from sound bites by Carroll & Schneider, the absurd potential punishment for a WNBA team, and the latest with Trevor Bauer’s legal battle. 

Episode 180 – Steve Phillips MLB Lockout Rundown & Dr. Osborne Heart Health Checkup

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Mitch and Scott reunite after two weeks apart and have a ton to catch up on about the Soden family trip to Disneyland and Mitch’s visit with Mom. They share their takeaways from the Ryan Pasborg interview on Episode 179 and also the fallout of Phil Mickelson. Three guests are for Mets GM Steve Phillips, cardiologist Dr. John Osborne, and former Highway Patrol Officer Kevin Briggs. The guys wrap up with the “Other Stuff” segment with topics ranging from the Mount Rushmore of college hoops coaches to Troy Aikman’s move to Monday Night to an impressive stat for DeMar DeRozan!

GUESTS

  • Steve Phillips | Former Mets GM and current MLB analyst
  • Dr. John Osborne | Cardiologist
  • Sergeant Kevin Briggs | California Highway Patrol Officer 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:52 | Hotshot shares the highlights from his family vacation to Arizona for a basketball tournament, then Disneyland.

23:50 | The guys are still amazed by the bravery shown by Ryan Pasborg featured in Episode 179.

26:56 | How much did Phil Mickelson tarnish his legacy and future earnings did he cost himself with his recent Saudi League comments? 

43:45 | GUEST: Steve Phillips breaks down the current state of the MLB work stoppage and shares a few thoughts about the M’s roster.

1:01:45 | GUEST: Dr. John Osborne is back by popular demand to share some easy-to-follow heart health tips.

1:27:07 | GUEST: Sergeant Kevin Briggs shares his story which earned him the nickname of “Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge” for years of helping people threatening suicide.

1:51:37 | The “Other Stuff” segment features a variety of topics including college hoops coaching greats to a new face in the Monday Night Football booth to DeMar DeRozan’s quiet bid for NBA MVP.

Episode 179 – Humble Hero & Coach K's Swan Song

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Slick is co-hosting with Mitch as Hotshot is in the desert for a hoops tourney and the guys were befuddled with the first weekend of no football in the books. They begin the show by reacting to the Juwan Howard sideline scuffle, Tiger’s return, and Coach Hop’s struggling Dawgs. Three guests are Wyoming resident Ryan Pasborg, NY Post sports columnist and author Ian O’Connor, and golf writer John Hawkins. The “Other Stuff” topic has topics ranging from much-needed changes to NBA All-Star weekend to Champions Tour golfer Mike Ballliet’s rough scorecard to innovation by the Vanderbilt baseball team!

GUESTS

  • Ryan Pasborg | Wyoming resident
  • Ian O’Connor | NY Post sports columnist
  • John Hawkins | SI Morning Read writer

TABLE OF CONTENTS

22:57 | What is the appropriate punishment for Juwan Howard after taking a swing at Joe Krabbenhoft?

32:50 | Is Coach Hopkins back on the hot seat now that the Huskies are getting blown out again? 

51:17 | GUEST: Wyoming native Ryan Pasborg joins the show to share his heroic story earlier this month.

1:08:52 | GUEST: Longtime sports writer Ian O’Connor checks in to preview his new book about the iconic Duke coach Coach K: The Rise and Reign of Mike Krzyzekski .

1:31:30 | GUEST: John “The Hawk” Hawkins returns for a pro golf update to weigh in on Tiger’s return and Phil’s recent criticism.

1:51:42 | Slick and Mitch wrap up the show by volleying random topics such as the lackluster NBA All Star weekend, dreadful performance by golfer Mike Balliet, and an new college baseball strategy.

Episode 178 – Rams Hoist Lombardi & Remembering Patriots Dynasty

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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!

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

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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!

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

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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!

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

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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!