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  • Episode 183: The Sorrows and Joys of Sports (Bill Walton, Grayson Murray, and More)

    Ryan and Dustin return from the Memorial Day holiday weekend to talk about the passing of two sports figures. Bill Walton passes away on Monday at the age of 71 after a battle with cancer. They talk about his legendary career as a basketball player and broadcaster (3:35). The sudden loss of PGA professional Grayson Murray over the weekend has the guys discussing the implications of mental health in sports. (22:35) The show transitions into a lighter tone with the comments section and the guys celebrate - we mean, pore over - the retirement of Angel Hernandez, the most universally disliked umpire in MLB. (50:43) Lastly, they reveal their first of the "No Ticket Required" Summer movie series as the first movie is the 2011 movie, "Goon." (1:12:45) No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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      1 hr 31 min
    • Episode 182: Saturday Brunch 5.25 (Capital Region and National Sports)

      Time to grab a coffee and a donut (or bacon, if you prefer) for another installment of the Saturday Brunch!

      • Ryan and Dustin react to the wild finish in the Arena Football match between the Albany Firebirds and West Texas Desert Hawks (3:50);
      • Dustin catches us up on the chances of his favorite NBA team - the Mavericks - and NHL team - the Oilers (23:06);
      • The guys also discuss whether or not getting booed at home has an affect on play after Aaron Judge's resurgence behind the plate (46:35), and;
      • More from the aftermath of Scottie Scheffler's arrest (1:04:50).
      • No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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          1 hr 24 min
        • Episode 181: Saturday Morning Brunch 5.18 (Cuffed and Stuffed)

          Grab a coffee and a donut (or some bacon) and join the NCR Saturday Brunch! In this edition, Ryan and Dustin give their thoughts on the 2024 NFL schedule release. They'll also talk about how the NFL continues to shut out their fans behind a paywall and they'll react to the schedules of their favorite teams. Plus, they'll go over Scottie Scheffler's arrest before Day 2 of the PGA Championship and discuss some Major League Baseball. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

          Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports  

          Today's affiliate sponsor is Invader Coffee: Fuel For the Fearless! Order through our affiliate link and save 15% off your order with promo code BELLYUP! https://www.invadercoffee.com/?rfsn=6061080.e802273&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6061080.e802273

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            1 hr 37 min
          • Episode 180: Eating From the Sports Buffet! (Arena Football, NFL Schedule Tricklings, and More)

            It's time to visit the sports buffet with another edition of No Credentials Required! Ryan and Dustin talk about numerous topics, including:

            • Mutiny in the Arena Football League? and Albany Firebirds schedule changes;
            • 2024 NFL Schedule trickling;
            • Does the NHL have playoff disciplinary issues? and;
            • MLB Talk, including a Backstop Mendoza Line Challenge update.

            • No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

              Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports  

              This episode's affiliate sponsor is Righteous Felon Craft Jerky: Save 15% off your order with promo code BELLYUP at checkout! Plus, free shipping for orders over $50! | www.righteousfelon.com

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                1 hr 24 min
              • Episode 179: Drinking from the Fire Hose of Sports News! (Capital District (NY) Sports & MLB Talk)

                It's a special Wednesday edition of No Credentials Required! Ryan and Dustin talk about the Albany FireWolves' first appearance in the National Lacrosse League Cup Final after stunning San Diego in the semi-finals. They'll also talk about the Albany Firebirds' dominating start and some of the trouble surrounding the Arena Football League. Plus, the New York Yankees are on a burner of their own and they'll address the more surprising races in MLB. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

                Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports

                Tonight's affiliate sponsor is Seat Geek: Life's an Event, We Have the Tickets. Save $20 on your purchase of $50 or more with promo code BELLYUPSPORTS at checkout! | www.seatgeek.com

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                  1 hr 24 min
                • Episode 178: Cole Johnson and Wize El Jefe Join the Saturday Brunch!

                  Ryan and Dustin return for a new edition of the Saturday Brunch! They welcome in Cole Johnson of "The Morning Shift with Cole Johnson" to talk about his new morning show, catch up on sports news of the week in "This Week in Sportsball," and introduce another installment of "The List." Also, mutual friend Wilfredo "Wize El Jefe" Otero joins to talk about the week in sports. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

                  BS3 Presents "The Morning Shift with Cole Johnson": Weekdays at 8am ET on the BS3 Network and their YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BS3MorningShiftColeJohnson

                  COMIMedia: www.youtube.com/@comimedia

                  Stuck in My Mind: https://www.youtube.com/@StuckInMyMindPodcast

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                  Our affiliate sponsor for today's episode is Invader Coffee: Fuel For the Fearless! Order through our affiliate link and save 15% off your order with promo code BELLYUP! https://www.invadercoffee.com/?rfsn=6061080.e802273&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6061080.e802273

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                    1 hr 53 min
                  • Episode 177: Crazy Capital Region Sports Weekend & NFL Draft Recap

                    Dustin is back from vacation and that means the boys are back for a new edition of No Credentials Required! Ryan will talk about the crazy weekend he had covering the Albany Firebirds' season opener and Albany FireWolves playoff game. Then, the guys will recap the NFL Draft and give grades on how their favorite teams did during draft weekend. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

                    Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports  

                    Today's affiliate sponsor is Righteous Felon Craft Jerky: save 15% off your order with promo code BELLYUP and get free shipping with any order of $50 or more! | www.righteousfelon.com

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                      1 hr 40 min
                    • Episode 176: John Sterling Retires and Daniel Jones is Wired

                      Ryan and Dustin react to the sudden retirement of New York Yankees radio announcer John Sterling. As fans of the team, they'll talk about what made Sterling so special and who they think should replace him in 2025. Plus, a Backstop Mendoza Line Challenge update, Nestor Cortes' pump fake pitching (and the poopy-pantsing around it), and Daniel Jones goes full Adam Gase at a news conference. No Credentials Required is a part of the Belly Up Sports Media Network.

                      Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/bellyupsports  

                      Our affiliate sponsor for this episode is Seat Geek: Life's an Event - We Have the Tickets. Get $20 off your first order of $50 or more when you use promo code BELLYUPSPORTS at checkout! | www.seatgeek.com

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                        1 hr 22 min
                      • Episode 175: Saturday Brunch Feat. Jeff Levack & Tom "Goz" Goslowski of FOX Sports 980 Albany

                        Ryan and Dustin are joined by Capital Region sports talk radio legends Jeff Levack and Tom "Goz" Goslowski of FOX Sports 980 of Albany in this week's edition of the Saturday Brunch! The guys will talk a myriad of topics, including the Albany Firebirds (as Levack is team president) and the hottest early divisional races in Major League Baseball. Plus, they talk about the death of O.J. Simpson, the possible relocation of the Arizona Coyotes, and Dan Hurley's unconventional - but effective - recruitment methods. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports in association with Gozilla Media.

                        Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports  

                        Gozilla Media: www.gozillamedia.com | www.youtube.com/@gozillamedia  

                        Today's affiliate sponsor is INVADER COFFEE: Fuel For the Fearless! Order your coffee by using our affiliate link and save 15% off your order with promo code BELLYUP at checkout! https://www.invadercoffee.com/?rfsn=6061080.e802273&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6061080.e802273

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                          1 hr 25 min
                        • Episode 174: Hot Starts in MLB and Is Caitlin Clark's Record Bogus?

                          Ryan and Dustin battle through technical difficulty to talk lots of baseball in this edition of No Credentials Required! The guys dive into the teams with the hottest starts, Ryan shares his thoughts about the lack of fan etiquette at games, reveal their new head-to-head contest, and react to Juan Soto signing a baseball during an at bat. Plus, following the raving success of the NCAA Women's Basketball tournament, the guys react to comments made by women's college basketball legend Lynette Woodard regarding Caitlin Clark's scoring record. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports in association with Gozilla Media.

                          Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports  

                          Gozilla Media: www.gozillamedia.com | www.youtube.com/@gozillamedia  

                          Today's affiliate sponsor is Righteous Felon Craft Jerky: save 15% off your order of craft jerky and more with promo code BELLYUP at checkout! | www.righteousfelon.com


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                            1 hr 20 min

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                          The podcast where you don’t need a press pass to talk sports! Quality sports talk based in the Capital Region of New York. Hosted by Ryan McCarthy and Dustin Henry. A proud member of the Belly Up…