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In the 36-minute sports media podcast, Andrew Marchand and Jon Meterparel provide inside information and opinions.

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Here’s what is on tap:

* ESPN and MLB are talking again, why local is the key to an agreement

* How likely are ESPN and MLB to get something done

* What changes MLB should implement to own July 4th

* How WFAN, sports radio and social media impact players’ performance

* Why Randy Moss and the Mets’ SNY broadcast team are what’s up

* Why Dave Sims and MLB Network are what’s down

* Beef of The Week: Namomi Osaka vs. ESPN & Aggregators

* What leagues should be wary of in a streaming world

* Remembering Lyndon Byers

* Sponsor: WSC Sports … Tell them Marchand sent you

* On Deck Thursday (or earlier): Tyler Dunne is The Main Event

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