The Beat LA Podcast

In this episode, Matt and Paul chop it up with actor Kareem Grimes from the hit CW show All-American! They recap the Eagles crushing the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Kareem breaks down the Kendrick Lamar halftime show, the Drake beef, Serena Williams, SZA and who they want to see perform next year. They talk their favorite commercials from the Martha Stewart Sketchers ad to the Mountain Dew Seal spot. Super Bowl Predictions for next season. Kareem drops a classic Prince story, Paul has a Tom Cruise story and Matt runs into Wesley Snipes. Other topics include Taco Bell, the Lakers Luka Anthony Davis trade, Jimmy Butler coming to the Warriors and Lebron James hairline. In Best Things They Saw, Paul reviews Severance on Apple TV and Matt talks up Paradise on Hulu.

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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In this episode, Matt and Paul have a fascinating conversation with 4-time world champion boxer Ricky Quiles. Ricky won WBC, WBF, WBO, NABO titles in the junior welterweight and lightweight divisions. He talks about his rough upbringing in Lorrain, Ohio. Magic Johnson giving him his nickname “Showtime” after watching him box at The Forum. Ricky gives us his insight on the boxing game today - who is the best pound for pound fighter right now and if Jake Paul is good for the sport. Ricky talks about getting sober and opening Ricky’s Boxing Gym in Los Angeles where he trains celebrities like J.K. Simmons, Steve-O, Shia Labeouf, Sam Rockwell and Krysten Ritter. Later, Matt and Paul discuss the upcoming Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. Is there a Travis Kelce Taylor Swift Conspiracy with the NFL? They talk about the passing of Bob Uecker, the NBA Slam Dunk Contest and the movie Challengers getting snubbed by the Oscars. In Best Things, Matt and Paul review Lioness, The Agency, A Real Pain and A Complete Unknown.

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In this episode, Matt and Paul discuss the Los Angeles Fires and where we go from here.  Paul talks about having to evacuate his home due to the Sunset Fire. They discuss what was in their “go-bags”, give updates on the latest resources available to victims and how to donate. Later, they recap the high school drama at The Jimmy Carter Memorial Service. What do the San Francisco Giants do after losing out on Roki Sasaki and did they sign Justin Verlander because of Roki’s crush on Kate Upton. Other topics they dive into - Is Deion Sanders the next head coach of the Dallas Cowboys? Will Notre Dame wear green jerseys and bring out Rudy for their championship matchup vs the Ohio State Buckeyes? Are the Golden State Warriors officially cooked? In Best Things They Saw, Matt is obsessed with Nicole Kidman in her new A24 film Babygirl. Paul loves the Australian Open and tries to figure out Taylor Sheridan’s success. Thank you for tuning in during this challenging time in Los Angeles. We Love LA.

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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In the Best of 2024 Pod, Matt and Paul are joined by their producer Nick Conrad! They talk the Best Sports Moments of the Year - Steph Curry and Novak Djokavic in the Olympics. They discuss their favorite films including Anora, Dune, Inside Out 2, Challengers and more! In Best TV of the Year, Matt and Paul continue their never ending debate over HBO's Industry, also Mr. And Mrs. Smith, Ripley, Fallout and a few other surprises. They make bold predictions for 2025! Is Lebron James coming to the Warriors? Will Paul rekindle his love affair with baseball? Are the Drones over New Jersey aliens? Join us for the final pod of the year! And huge shoutout to all our listeners! Happy Holidays!

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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Matt and Paul are back! They discuss who would survive better in prison and Jessica Lange’s hotness in the 1976 King Kong movie. In a new segment called “First Date”, they discover that they’ve never had Boba and Paul was in an infomercial with Chuck Woolery. Are the 49ers back after their win against the Chicago Bears? 49ers vs. Rams Thursday Night prediction. They love the San Francisco Giants signing of Willy Adames. Paul gives Buster Posey his flowers and role plays his pitch to Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki. Matt breaks down the Draymond Green dunk vs the Timberwolves. Do the Warriors have a chance in the NBA Cup? Later, they interview writer, producer, creator of the Netflix show Brews Brothers, Greg Schafer. They discuss his career in showbiz from his days as an actor to working with Tracy Morgan. Greg talks about his love and hate of his beloved Dallas Cowboys, Michael Irvin stories and his Michigan Wolverines fandom. In The Best Things They Saw, Paul reviews The Jackal on Peacock and the band The Hard Quartet. Matt reviews The Diplomat and Lioness.

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In this episode, Matt and Paul breakdown the garbage circus exhibition called the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight. They debate Jake Paul’s next opponent, everyone from Joe Biden to Clint Eastwood. Are the 49ers dead? Has head coach Kyle Shanahan lost his fastball? Will the Niners beat the Green Bay Packers this Sunday? Matt still doesn’t trust the Golden State Warriors hot start. Later, they interview Beat LA therapist and good friend of the pod Nick Mouyiaris. Doctor Nick discusses the trappings of toxic fandom and how to find balance in your life. He gives us a phrase that can help ease the pain of rooting for your favorite sports teams. Finally, Dr. Nick reminisces about his days as a sober companion, spinning hilarious stories of his time watching Mike Tyson. In Best Things They Saw, Matt reviews the A24 Hugh Grant film Heretic. Have a great Thanksgiving Beat LA Heads! Love, Matt and Paul.

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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In this episode, Matt and Paul get into the 49ers victory against the Buccaneers. Was Deebo punching the special teams players a good thing? Matt and Paul reminisce on their own grade school fights. They give their predictions for this Sunday’s 49ers vs. Seahawks matchup. They discuss the Golden State Warriors hot start? Should we buy in or will they break our hearts? Later they interview superstar entrepreneur Samantha Gutstadt. They discuss her roots in Toronto on the Canada National Tennis team. Her path from actress to writer to successful influencer, podcaster and content creator. She tells us how creating her own content studio Don’t Call Me Mommy led her to working with brands like Walmart, Target and writing for Parents Magazine and Bustle. Her content has millions of views and she gives advice to aspiring content creators on how to find success. In Best Things They Saw, Matt discusses the finales of The Penguin and Disclaimer. Paul reviews Palm Royale on Apple TV. 

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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In this episode, Paul and Matt put the Dodgers World Series title to bed and why the Yankees turned into the Bad News Bears. Does Paul love the San Francisco Giants new GM Alex Minasian? Are the Giants going to sign Juan Soto? Matt breaks down the Golden State Warriors hot start. Later they interview, Hollywood producer Mark Roybal. Over the years Mark has executive produced Doubt with Meryl Streep, Moonrise Kingdom, Like Crazy and No Country For Old Men. Recently, he produced the HBO shows The White House Plumbers, Mare of Easttown with Kate Winslet and coming next year, the crime drama Task with Mark Ruffalo. They discuss his 49ers fandom, why Steve Garvey is a jerk and if there will be a season 2 of Mare of Easttown. In Best Things, Matt reviews the film Conclave and Paul reviews the film The Substance. 

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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In this episode, Paul dresses as Vincent Vega from Pulp Fiction for Halloween. They recap the 49ers victory over the hated Dallas Cowboys. Paul discovers that rubbing his wife’s head is the good luck charm for the Niners offense and they look at trade targets at the deadlines. They deep dive the important storylines from the World Series - the Freddie Freeman grand slam, Ice Cube vs. Fate Joe and Love Bars in Tokyo. Later, they interview music manager and former bass player for Steel Train, Evan Winiker. They discuss his New York Mets fandom, playing the David Letterman and Conan O’Brien shows and transitioning behind the scenes at Range Music. He also gives us his Best Things in music right now and talks about The Henry Foundation For Dog Care. In Best Things, Matt discusses the film Anora and Paul gives us the real skinny on Monsters: The Menendez Brothers show on Netflix. 

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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On the 1 year anniversary pod, Paul gives Matt gifts from Italy. Matt gives Paul nothing. They discuss the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series, give their predictions and why we should all be Yankees fans for 2 weeks. They get into the 49ers year from hell. Have they hit rock bottom? And can they beat the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday? They interview Days of Our Lives star, actor Brandon Barash. They get into his upbringing in St. Louis, his days on General Hospital, his Lakers fandom and the Lebron and Bronny James debate. They plug his band The Day Players and give upcoming tour dates. Later, Matt and Paul discuss the upcoming NBA season and preview the Golden State Warriors. In Best Things They Saw, they review The Franchise on HBO and the film Didi. 

Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl

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