RUNDOWN On the heels of his extended stay in Los Angeles, the first show of 2023 begins with Mitch's second round of COVID and his Uber passenger rating that has him good and pissed! Then, the guys chat about the refreshing victory over the Jets, building anticipation for the 2023 Husky football season, and Sark's viral video shouting at a game official. Featured guests on today's show are Rick Neuheisel, Brady and Joe for the Seahawks No-Table, and New York attorney and longtime Santa Claus Dana Friedman. “Other Stuff” topics range from Luca Doncic's dominance, an update on a Burger King employee's windfall, and Christiano Ronaldo's megadeal with a Saudi soccer team. GUESTS  Rick Neuheisel | CBS Sports college football analyst Brady Henderson | ESPN’s NFL Nation Seahawks reporter Joe Fann | WynnBet Dana Friedman | "The Hardest Working Santa Clause"  TABLE OF CONTENTS 8:44 | Mitch is incensed about his 4.74 rider rating on Uber. 18:25 | The code word for the final week of Beat The Boys is revealed. 26:20 | Better late than never, can the Seahawks sneak into wildcard weekend with some help by the Lions? 33:00 | How much momentum to the Huskies have heading into the 2023 season? 36:19 | Does Sark deserve any sympathy for his outburst at a field official in the Alamo Bowl pregame runout?  44:07 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel is back with the college football semifinals in the books and a national championship game on tap between the defending champs and Cinderella story underdog. 1:10:39 | GUESTS: Brady Henderson & Joe Fann join the show to recap the win against the Jets as the Hawks look ahead to the final game and the postseason still in play. 1:33:39 | GUEST: New York attorney Dana Friedman shares the story of becoming a Santa Claus in the wake of 9/11. 1:54:06 | The “Other Stuff” segment covers stories such as Luca Doncic's impressive young resume, a longtime Burger King employee raking in $400,000, and Christiano Ronaldo signing a contract for $75 million per year.

Episode 221 - Better Late Than Never & The Hardest Working Santa In Queens

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RUNDOWN   Is 15-year-old Korn Ferry golfer Miles Russell comparable to Tiger Woods' son Charlie? How do we move from Brian Adams' music career to NFL draft week? "Everything we do, we do it for you." David Riley, newly appointed Washington State University's 20th head basketball coach, joins Mitch to discuss his new leadership role. The humble, hall-of-famer shares insightful plans for the WSU basketball program, his coaching legacy, and his strategy moving forward as he takes over the Cougars' program after a terrific season ending in the NCAA Tournament's second round. Mitch Levy, Joe Doyle, and Jason Churchill discuss the Seattle Mariners' recent 5-1 stretch against the Reds and Rockies. They ponder the possibility of the Mariners moving to the National League to improve their playoff chances. Mariners walks spike, and tech takes a backseat; the pitchers show muscle, but relief continues to wobble. Sam Weinman, the digital editorial director and author of Golf Digest, finally had his name drawn in the media lottery at The Masters after nearly 15 years of entries, allowing him the rare chance to play Augusta National. Overwhelmed by the support from colleagues and friends, he faced the challenge of not having his own clubs and borrowing a set. In the Other Stuff Segment, Hotshot Scott and Mitch discuss serious topics, such as the incident where the Jaguars general manager allegedly passed gas during a news conference. Of course, you can't talk about sports without mentioning Caitlin Clark, Jim Harbaugh, Blake Griffin, Dickie Betts and more!   GUESTS   • David Riley | Washington State University [NEW] Basketball Coach • Mariners No-Table | Mitch, Jason & Joe breakdown the terrific week for the M's • Sam Weinman | Digital Director of Golf Digest.com   TABLE OF CONTENTS   2:22 | Is 15-year-old Korn Ferry golfer Miles Russell comparable to Tiger Woods' son, Charlie? 13:15 | From Brian Adams to the NFL draft...a graceful transition!  17:40 | Happy NFL Draft Week!  38:00 | GUEST: David Riley, the new Washington State University basketball coach, takes over the Cougars' program after their terrific season, which ended in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. 57:31 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Mitch, Jason & Joe break down the terrific week for the M's. 5 up and 1 down against the NL Reds & Rockies. Back to .500 and near the top of the AL West 1:25:25 | GUEST: Sam Weinman, digital director of GolfDigest.com, shares the thrill of being selected to play a round at Augusta National the day after The Masters completion. 1:51:36 | Other Stuff Segment: Caitlin Clark & the columnist, Bad week for the Porter's, Robert Kraft backstabbed Bill Belichick, Will OJ's estate pay the Goodman's & Brown's? Yuniesky Betancourt arrested, Blake Griffin retired, More Tori Spelling, RIP Whitey Herzog, RIP Roman Gabriel.

Episode 284 - Mariners' Surge! Golf Prodigies, and NFL Draft BUZZZZ

RUNDOWN Is it too soon to joke about OJ? Mitch and Hotshot cover all the bases on Mariner’s ball, something the Mariners continue to struggle with. The conversation then turns to a more serious topic as Mitch and Hotshot discuss the delicate issue of handling accusations of sexual assault involving college athletes, specifically the case of Tybo Rogers from the University of Washington football team. Mitch chats with Matt Logie, Montana State basketball coach whose Mercer Island Washington roots helped shape him as a coach and a man. Matt's grandfather, coach and inspiration was Legendary Islanders coach Ed Pepple. Mariners No-Table - Joe Doyle, Jason Churchill & Mitch breakdown the Mariner’s series losses to the Blue Jays and Cubs. Julio is struggling. Bryce Miller is surging and Seattle is losing sight of .500 baseball. John Hawkins, longtime golf scribe, discusses Masters champion Scottie Scheffler & the chasers falling by the wayside. Is Scheffler the most dominant #1 since Tiger. And what about Woods future, Rory's difficulty & is the LIV vs PGA hurting the game of golf? Other stuff segment includes the SNL cameo by Caitlin Clark, Greg Norman’s struggle getting a Master’s ticket, Shohei’s interpreter in ankle shackles, Olympic wrestler brided to lose, and Bellevue product to coach Kentucky.   GUESTS • Matt Logie | Montana State Basketball   • Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle, Jason Churchill  • John Hawkins | Longtime Golf  TABLE OF CONTENTS 4:13 | Is it too soon to use OJ Simpson jokes for headlines? Innocent or guilty, we’re still debating this? 20:45 | The Mariners look worse than ever (6-10-0). Can they get going offensively? Some astonishing stats that don’t make the Mariners look good. 24:00 | Mitch and Hotshot discuss the Tybo Rogers rape allegations. How do we handle this? 34:03 | GUEST: Matt Logie - Montana State basketball coach whose Mercer Island Washington roots helped shape him as a coach and a man. Legendary Islanders coach Ed Pepple was Matt's grandfather, coach & inspiration.   52:42 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table - Joe Doyle, Jason Churchill & Mitch breakdown the M's series losses to the Blue Jays and Cubs. Julio is struggling. Bryce Miller is surging and Seattle is losing sight of .500 baseball.   1:16:26 | GUEST: John Hawkins - longtime golf scribe - discusses Masters champion Scottie Scheffler & the chasers falling by the wayside. Is Scheffler the most dominant #1 since Tiger. And what about Woods future, Rory's difficulty & the LIV vs PGA hurting the game of golf? 1:36:08 | Other stuff segment: SNL cameo by Caitlin Clark, Greg Norman’s struggle getting a Master’s ticket, Shohei’s interpreter in ankle shackles, Olympic wrestler bribed to lose, and Bellevue product to coach Kentucky.

Episode 283 - OJ Jokes - Is It Too Soon?

RUNDOWN Mitch and Scott delve into the increasing attention on women's college basketball, GOAT Caitlin Clark, NCAA women's championship game and the controversy over officiating calls. Though Mariners have a typical slow start, Bryce Miller’s Killer Splitter is beyond impressive. Steve Phillips - former NY Mets GM & current baseball voice of Sirius/XM & the MLB Network. Mitch & Steve hash out the first 10 days of the MLB season including the Mariners looking like the same old Mariners. But does Steve still like them to make the playoffs?  Brian Nemhauser - popular Hawkblogger on social media. Brian joins the show without Brady Henderson to discuss his new podcast content & what the Seahawks are looking to accomplish in the upcoming draft. Mariners No-Table - Joe Doyle, Jason Churchill & Mitch on the blah start for the Mariners. But is it likely to turn around? Will the M's bats come alive? Is Bryce Miller's new split finger pitch the story of the M's staff? Plus much more.   GUESTS • Steve Phillips | Former NY Mets GM, Voice of Sirius/XM & the MLB Network.  • Brian Nemhauser | Hawkblogger on Social Media, Podcaster • Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle, Jason Churchill   TABLE OF CONTENTS 2:15 | Tune-in to Mariners or NCAA Women’s Championship? Caitlin Clark!  5:55 | Women’s Sports continue ratings bumps. 17:17 | 10 days into the season and we have Mariners fatigue! 27:02 | GUEST: Steve Phillips & Mitch hash out the first 10 days of the MLB season including the Mariners looking like the same old Mariners.  49:35 | GUEST: Brian Nemhauser joins the show without Brady Henderson to discuss his new podcast content & what the Seahawks are looking to accomplish in the upcoming draft.  1:20:15 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle, Jason Churchill & Mitch on the blah start for the Mariners. Is Bryce Miller's new split finger pitch the story of the M's staff? 1:48:03 | Other Stuff Segment: Seattle Mariners' struggles, Bronny James entering NBA draft and transfer portal, NFL over/unders, Seahawks set at 7.5 wins, Dodgers fan unhappy with lowball offer for Ohtani's home run ball, Victor Wemben Yama's impressive basketball performance, Retirement of Pat Sajak from Wheel of Fortune, headlines about an airplane passenger, pasta songs, fossil discovery, and Bible incident at Walgreens.

Episode 282 - Caitlin Clark Every Record But A Championship & Bryce Miller’s Killer Splitter Enough To Carry Mariners?

RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot have a whirlwind discussion, from the trials and tribulations of a freshman softball player's concussion to the comedic banter surrounding Marv Albert impersonations. Of course, what's March without the MADNESS? NCAA tournament discussions, there's never a dull moment.   Mitch chats with Andy Pollin, longtime Washington DC radio personality, about the confounding Seahawks acquisition of QB Sam Howell. Mike DiRocco, ESPN Jaguars insider, analyzes what the Seahawks are getting in new safety Rayshawn Jenkins. Sal Capaccio, WGR Radio Buffalo, gives a thumbnail look at new Seahawks LB Tyrel Dodson, who comes to Seattle from Buffalo. Alain Poupart, SI Miami, talks about Jerome Baker joining the Seahawks as Jordyn Brooks bolts for Miami. Did the Hawks get the better of 2 LBs? Tom Grossi, Comedian/YouTube personality, traveled to all 30 NFL stadiums in 30 days to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Center and has lots of fun stories to share.    GUESTS   • Andy Pollin | ESPN 630 AM DC on the Seahawks' acquisition of QB Sam Howell. • Mike DiRocco | ESPN Jaguars insider analyzing Seahawks' new safety Rayshawn Jenkins. • Sal Capaccio | WGR Radio Buffalo gives a thumbnail look at new Seahawks LB Tyrel Dodson. • Alain Poupart | Sports Illustrated Miami, did the Hawks get the better of 2 LBs? • Tom Grossi | Comedian/YouTube personality traveled to 30 NFL stadiums in 30 days for St. Jude's Children's Research Center.     TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Is that Marv Albert? And the Overlay of Houston (area code 281), and the celebrities that came from the capital of humidity.  18:48 | Ahh, yes, The Breakfast Club. And the important stuff – Baseball's Opening Day!!!  24:20 | Shohei Ohtani, guilty or not? 33:43 | GUEST: Andy Pollin discusses the Seahawks' acquisition of QB Sam Howell. 45:58 | GUEST: Mike DiRocco analyzes what the Seahawks are getting in new safety Rayshawn Jenkins.  54:41 | GUEST: Sal Capaccio gives a thumbnail look at the new Seahawks LB Tyrel Dodson. 1:03:50 | GUEST: Alain Poupart talks about Jerome Baker joining the Seahawks as Jordyn Brooks bolts for Miami. Did the Hawks get the better of 2 LBs? 1:14:24 | GUEST: Tom Grossi traveled to 30 NFL stadiums in 30 days for St. Jude's Children's Research Center and had a ton of great stories. 1:37:30 | Other Stuff Segment: Where will WSU coach Kyle Smith land? UW? The NCAA Tournament referee was removed mid-game. Yale band stays home; Idaho fills in. Michael Jordan wins again! "Niners Tears" milk is now available. RIPs. Hot Shot's headlines.

Episode 281 – Gotta Love the Madness & Baseball's Opening Day

RUNDOWN Mitch's attention might waiver throughout the Seahawks conversation due to the breaking news: Tony Orlando is performing his last concert. Of course, Mitch and Hotshot discuss March Madness, and even before buzzer-beaters, there are four exciting stories, including the firing of one coach after leading them to the tournament. Mitch speculates that the Seahawks' offseason moves might not be about immediate success.  Guests Brady Henderson (ESPN) and Brian Nemhauser (Hawkblogger) dissect everything the Seahawks have (and have NOT) done in free agency over the last week. Mitch talks with Coach Donnie Jones about leading Stetson University Hatters to their first NCAA Tournament appearance. Mitch also talks with Coach Preston Spradlin of Morehead State, who went from dorm janitor to the coach of a team headed to the Big Dance. In the last interview, Coach Matt Langel of Colgate University talks about turning big finance jobs away from The Wharton School of Business to guide the Raiders to their 4th consecutive NCAA Tournament. GUESTS • Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN), Brian Nemhauser (Hawkblogger)   • Donnie Jones | Stetson University coach who guided the Hatters to their first EVER NCAA Tournament appearance.   • Preston Spradlin | Morehead State coach who went from a dorm janitor to the coach of a team headed to the Big Dance   • Matt Langel | Colgate University hoops coach who turned away big finance jobs out of The Wharton School of Business to guide the Raiders to their 4th consecutive NCAA Tournament TABLE OF CONTENTS 1:10 | Mitch expresses concern about Tony Orlando performing his last concert at the Mohican Sun in Connecticut. You know Tony Orlando, right? 6:22 | Mitch and Hotshot Scott discuss the NCAA tournament brackets and Montana State…? 14:35 | Mitch and Hotshot Scott …sing Melissa Manchester 15:41 | Mitch discusses the excitement of March Madness, highlighting surprising outcomes in college conference tournaments, such as Dan Monson being fired despite leading the Long Beach team into March Madness.  22:00 | The conversation shifts to the Seattle Seahawks' offseason moves, with Mitch summarizing notable signings and departures at various positions, suggesting that the team prioritizes long-term sustainability over immediate success, possibly influenced by the change in the coaching staff.  32:58 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table - Brady Henderson (ESPN), Brian Nemhauser (Hawkblogger) & Mitch thoroughly dissect everything the Seahawks have (and haven't) done in free agency over the last week.   1:02:40 | GUEST: Donnie Jones - Stetson University coach who guided the Hatters to their first EVER NCAA Tournament appearance.   1:18:01 | GUEST: Preston Spradlin - Morehead State coach who went from a dorm janitor to the coach of a team headed to the Big Dance   1:36:55 | GUEST: Matt Langel - Colgate University hoops coach who turned away big finance jobs out of The Wharton School of Business to guide the Raiders to their 4th consecutive NCAA Tournament 1:57:40 | Other Stuff Segment: Aaron Donald retires, Dak Prescott sues accuser, Darryl Strawberry's heart attack, 3 more In-N-Out stories, Richard Pryor's home, Orange Julius, Bruno Marsh gambling debt…and more!

Episode 221 - Better Late Than Never & The Hardest Working Santa In Queens

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