The Michael Holley Podcast

Massachusetts Congressman Joseph Kennedy III joined Michael at Night Shift Brewing in Everett, MA. They had a great conversation spanning from growing up a Kennedy, to the Congressman's political future and his candid thoughts on President Trump and his administration. Lastly, the two shared some laughs discussing favorite music and concerts they've attended. You'll enjoy this episode.

4:35 - Kennedy discusses what it was like growing up as a member of such a famous American family.

10:10 - "Did you know that you always wanted to be in politics and if not, what was the dream before politics?" Representative Kennedy gives a look inside his career and his life as a politician.

16:58 - Kennedy gives his opinions of the current political climate and the aspect of 'fake news.'

21:50 - "I believe the job of the President of the United States..." Kennedy gives his take on the Trump Administration.

29:06 - Kennedy talks about his endorsement of Elizabeth Warren and how she was his professor at Harvard Law School.

34:55 - Kennedy discusses what it's like being a Boston sports fan in politics

38:04 - "How did mental health become something you wanted to speak about a lot?"

47:05 - "What's the best concert you've ever been to?"

A great conversation with Chef Joanne Chang of Flour Bakery. Joanne talked about the irony of growing up not being allowed to eat sweets to owning multiple Bakeries in the city of Boston. She talked about what goes into running a successful restaurant business and how to manage a great staff. Lastly, she spoke about how she met her husband Christopher Myers and gave us a taste of what's it like to work with your spouse. Enjoy!

(3:20) Her transition from studying applied math economics at Harvard to opening her first Bakery.

(7:01) Her famous bar trick

(10:30) First Job in the restaurant business

(16:11) Expansion of Flour Bakery

(18:25) Dealing with having celebrity status

(20:53) How she met her husband Christopher Myers and what it's like to work with her spouse.

(25:55) Dealing with negative reviews

In this episode, Michael sits down with the always entertaining Celtics legend and Radio analyst Cedric Maxwell. They discussed his time playing for the Celtics in the '80s and how he felt alienated by his teammates once he was traded. He talked about coming back to Boston and becoming a broadcaster for the Celtics. They also discussed how he comes up with his unique catchphrases about food. Lastly, Cedric gives his thoughts on race relations in Boston and the political climate of the Country. You'll definitely enjoy this episode! 

(3:56) why he thought he would never return to Boston after he was traded

(5:43) Who he thinks is the greatest player of all time (It’s not Jordan)

(11:36) talks about that awkward time he had to apologize to Red Auerbach

(14:30) The perception of Race in the City of Boston is wrong

(16:00) Talked about his transition into becoming a broadcaster

(19:31) Thoughts on his critics

(25:16) As a broadcaster which Celtics coaches he did and didn’t get along with

(30:00) – Thoughts on President Trump and the current Political climate

(35:13) Thoughts on Lebron James

(37:12) Too many friends in the NBA right now

Patriots great Richard Seymour sits down with Michael Holley on the eve of whether he finds out if he has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Seymour talks about how he’s feeling before learning his fate, (2:30) the first time he met Bill Belichick, (3:40) how more Patriots should be in the Hall of Fame, despite not having eye-popping stats and how Belichick wrote a letter to the Hall on his behalf. Also…

(5:45) Why the Super Bowl against Carolina stands out as the most physical game he’s ever played in

(8:30) Whether he considers himself a Patriot or a Raider

(9:20) Did he think Tom Brady, who he started out with, would be still playing today?

(10:20) Seymour talks about playing competitively in poker and his family life nowadays

(12:25) How he sees Super Bowl 53 playing out

(14:05) If he is elected to the Hall of Fame, who would he have introduce him

The Michael Holley Podcast is presented by Night Shift Brewing

Willie McGinest joins “The Michael Holley Podcast” at the Super Bowl in Atlanta to talk about the Patriots mentality, how to build a losing team into a winning one, and Tom Brady.

(:45) McGinest on Brady’s mentality and intensity, and staying in the moment

(2:20) The Hall of Fame conversation for Patriots players, and how championships isn’t considered as strongly as it should be

(5:30) McGinest talks about the gameplan the Patriots had against the Rams in Super Bowl 36, and how the players bought into the team-centric mentality from the get-go. Also, he talks about how the Patriots hatred and cheating accusations are ridiculous after reaching their 9th Super Bowl. McGinest says, “If you give me the answers to the test, we’re not going to beat you by a field-goal, we’re going to beat your ass by 30 points.”

(7:40) McGinest talks about the Robey-Coleman comments on Tom Brady not being as good, and whether Brady has diminished at all.

(9:20) McGinest on the Patriots struggles during the season, and if he’s surprised they are in the Super Bowl.

(12:20) Willie talks about the Patriots dynasty and the foundation being set early as the reason he knew it was a recipe for success. “Do you think Belichick has some special wand in his office? It’s football.” 

(14:08) Is there a phrase McGinest remembers from Belichick that he still uses today.

The Michael Holley Podcast is presented by Night Shift Brewing

In this episode of “The Michael Holley Podcast” presented by Night Shift Brewing, we talk with Tom Brady’s former teammate at Michigan and very close friend, CBS analyst and former NFL kicker Jay Feely. Jay talks about his friend’s rise to stardom, and whether he’s changed with his enormous success and fame. (3:30) Feely talks about working with Brady in college, and the competitions the two always seemed to get into. Feely talks about golf clubs being broken and backgammon boards being tossed. (5:45) Feely explains how while he never knew he would become the greatest quarterback ever to play, his leadership abilities have always been off the charts. Feely describes the relationship between Brady and Belichick. (8:55) How long can the dynasty continue for the Patriots, and what happens to the franchise when Brady and Belichick move on? 

(12:15) Former Giants quarterback and NFL analyst Phil Simms spoke to Michael about his experiences with Bill Belichick. (12:45) Simms talks about whether Belichick’s coaching style can be replicated with younger coaches coming into the league. Simms also wonders when Belichick knew that Tom Brady was “the guy”. (15:00) On this year’s team, Simms asks whether this is the most unlikely Patriots team to get to the Super Bowl. (16:15) Holley asks Simms about Brady playing into his 40’s with the goal of playing until 45.

In this episode, Micheal chats with former Patriot and current ESPN NFL analyst Damien Woody. He talked about his time playing for Bill Belichick on those championship Patriots teams and how ironically that prepared him for a career in media. He also spoke about overcoming a speech disorder growing up and how public speaking helped him gain confidence. Throw in a little politics and some 1990's R&B talk, and you have another entertaining episode, enjoy!

In this episode, Michael sits down with City of Boston Mayor Marty Walsh. They talked about a variety of topics from growing up a Boston sports fan, to the current political climate and how we can change it. Lastly, Mayor Walsh opened up about his past struggles with alcohol and the lessons he's learned from being sober over the last 24 years.

In this episode, Michael catches up with 3x Super Bowl champion Tedy Bruschi. They discussed the current landscape of the NFL. His career with the Patriots, as well as his 10-year career working in the media. Last but not least they talked about his infamous reaction to Stephen A. Smith's Chargers-Chiefs preview.

In this episode Michael catches up with Harvard’s men’s head basketball coach Tommy Amaker. They discussed his time at Duke, and his unique relationship with Coach Krzyzewski. They also talked about the biggest shot in college basketball history, and what Coach K told Christian Laettner and the team before the infamous play. They also talked about his experiences at Harvard and how he’s turned the program into an Ivy league powerhouse.