Zolak & Bertrand

By Beasley Media Group

Full show podcasts in one-hour segments, of Zolak & Bertrand, updated weekdays. Listen to Zo & Beetle live every weekday from 10am-2pm ET on Boston's Home for Sports, 98.5 The Sports Hub.... more

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April 14, 2025Does The NFL Draft Lack Blue Chip Talent? // A Official Christmas Day Team // Today’s Takeaways - 4/14 (Hour 4)
(00:00) The guys react to Colin Cowherd’s theory that this year’s NFL Draft lacks true blue-chip talent. Beetle suggests this might be why the NFL is pushing to grow internationally. They also question whether the league’s talent pool is shrinking due to growing concerns over CTE.

(9:39) The guys discuss the Chiefs wanting to be the official team for Christmas Day NFL games. There's a debate about whether they should be the ones, and if not, who else could fill that role. Beetle questions if the NFL has learned from the experience of making the Lions the Thanksgiving Day team, implying it may not have worked out as expected.

(20:23) Beetle reads emails from listeners. Then the guys ask McKone if he's ready for the Boston Marathon, which is just a week away. They also take more calls discussing kids' participation in football at a young age.

(32:48) Today’s Takeaways.
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April 14, 2025Could Tyler Warren Be A Patriot? // Taking A Look At NFL Mock Drafts // Armand Membou Higher Upside Than Will Campbell? - 4/14 (Hour 3)
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand discuss Tom Curran asking Penn State TE Tyler Warren about possibly being drafted by the Patriots. Beetle questions how underwhelming it would be to take a tight end in the first round, while Zolak argues it would give Drake Maye a reliable target for years to come.

(15:01) The guys dive into mock drafts, with Beetle reviewing different scenarios and the consensus around the Patriots’ pick. They question whether all signs are pointing to New England taking Will Campbell.

(25:22) The guys react to Dane Brugler's claim that Armand Membou has more upside than Will Campbell, but also comes with more risk. They revisit the idea of trading down to draft Tyler Warren and take a look at the track record of tight ends taken in the first round.

(35:06) Beetle brings up Adam Vinatieri being on the Patriots Hall of Fame ballot and says he plans to vote for him. The guys discuss whether Vinatieri's legacy in New England was hurt by his decision to leave for the Colts.
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46min
April 14, 2025Patriots’ Coaches Continue To Preach “Violence” // Will Saints Trade Up For Patriots’ Pick? // Celtics Await Winner Of Hawks vs. Magic - 4/14 (Hour 2)
(00:00) The guys react to a clip from LB coach Zak Kuhr emphasizing "violence" on defense. Zolak shares his take on what the coaches mean by that. Beetle questions if this should be the main focus, pointing out there were several non-violence-related issues with the defense last season.

(10:32) The crew reacts to Ben Volin predicting the Patriots will finish 2nd in the AFC East. They break down the rest of the division and what that could mean for New England. They also discuss the possibility of the Saints trading up with the Patriots for a quarterback due to Derek Carr’s injury.

(21:21) Zolak and Bertrand talk about the NBA regular season wrapping up, with the Celtics set to face either the Magic or Hawks in the first round. McKone says he prefers the Hawks matchup. They also discuss injury concerns surrounding Jaylen Brown.

(30:35) The guys discuss Jordon Hudson appearing in a video at UNC practice with Bill Belichick, sparking questions. Beetle wonders if NFL teams may view Belichick differently because of his relationship. They all share their thoughts on the viral video.
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40min
April 14, 2025Rory Mcllroy Victorious At Masters // Red Sox Narrowly Avoid Sweep By White Sox // Time To Worry About Red Sox? - 4/14 (Hour 1)
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand react to Rory McIlroy’s Masters win, with Zo saying he was rooting for Bryson DeChambeau. They discuss the career Grand Slam. Beetle notes the win will be remembered for how close he came to losing, and McKone adds that McIlroy narrowly avoided being labeled an all-time choker after nearly blowing it to Justin Rose.

(11:21) The guys react to Garrett Crochet nearly no-hitting the White Sox. Beetle questions Craig Breslow’s moves, saying only Crochet stands out after nearly being swept by the White Sox. He breaks down where the Sox have struggled this series and season. Zolak also weighs in with his thoughts on the team.

(27:02) The guys share their thoughts on the White Sox’s stadium. Beetle questions if the Red Sox are actually better than how they’ve been playing. They discuss how stranding runners remains a big issue and talk about their biggest concerns with the team so far.

(37:05) The guys react to the Red Sox's early struggles, with McKone saying it’s disappointing after all the preseason excitement. They take calls from listeners to dive deeper into Sox talk.
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46min
April 11, 2025Abdul Carter In Play At 4? // ZOVERDRIVE // Today’s Takeaways - 4/11 (Hour 4)
(00:00) Beetle explains the meaning behind some of the popular songs Milliken’s been playing. The guys then dive into an article from Adam Schefter on Abdul Carter, debating whether he’s back in play for the Patriots at No. 4. They question if he’s the right choice at that spot and also discuss his injury concerns.

(12:01) ZOVERDRIVE

(24:39) The guys take calls focused on Patriots draft talk. One caller asks how many stars the team has missed out on due to budget constraints. The crew discusses potential picks at No. 4, when those players might start, and whether the Raiders could trade up for a QB.

(33:43) Fake Promo Friday.
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38min
April 11, 2025Why Is This Year Different For Drake Maye? // 2026 Hard Knocks Patriots? // Calls And Reactions - 4/11 (Hour 3)
00:00) Zolak and Bertrand listen to audio of Antonio Gibson praising Drake Maye, noting a big improvement heading into year two. The guys share their thoughts, with Beetle saying it shows how poorly the team was run last year—calling the decision to bring in Jacoby Brissett dumb. Beetle also goes off on why he thinks Jerod Mayo was the worst possible hire for the Patriots.

(10:13) Beetle says the Patriots should volunteer for Hard Knocks and shares why he thinks they’d be a great fit. The guys mention the team might be forced onto the show in 2026 if they haven’t appeared in eight years. Cedric Maxwell also joins the show to share some thoughts on the Celtics.

(24:00) The guys share their takes on Pearl Jam and get a call from Ryan in Malden with an update on his birthday plans. They then chat about turning 35, reflect on the age, and shower Milliken with compliments.

(36:07) The guys answer some calls from listeners.
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44min
April 11, 2025History Of Running Backs Taken In First Round // Playtime Is Over For Patriots? // Hunter Henry OK With Patriots Taking TE In Draft - 4/11 (Hour 2)
(00:00) The guys continue their discussion on running backs taken in the first round, examining how those picks have panned out. They tie it back to Ashton Jeanty and debate his value, while also breaking down the track record of backs taken in the top 5.

(13:40) The guys discuss Greg Bedard’s take that Mike Vrabel’s first team meeting signals the end of “playtime” for the Patriots. They touch on the start of voluntary workouts, Vrabel’s team rules and comments, and note that Carlton Davis III was in attendance.

(26:13) Zolak and Bertrand mention Bill Belichick’s book and how Robert Kraft did not garner a mention even though he thanked more than 300 people in the acknowledgments of the book. They also bring up that he did not answer the everlasting question about not playing Malcom Butler. The guys chat on the Red Sox docu-series as well.

(38:17) The crew listens to Hunter Henry say he’s fine with the Patriots drafting a tight end. They share their thoughts on the available tight end prospects and what adding one could mean for the Patriots’ offense.
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46min
April 11, 2025Red Sox Avoid Getting Swept By Blue Jays // Walker Buehler Returning To Old Form? // Should Patriots Take Ashton Jeanty at 4?- 4/11 (Hour 1)
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand react to the Red Sox avoiding a sweep by the Blue Jays. Beetle still calls the Sox a "stupid team," pointing to a fielding error by Kristian Campbell. Milliken defends Campbell, saying mistakes are expected since he's been shuffled around and isn't familiar with second base.

(12:32) The guys discuss Walker Buehler’s encouraging start, with Milliken noting he pitches better in cooler weather. Beetle stresses the importance of the upcoming White Sox series, and McKone says the Red Sox need to cut down on strikeouts. They also touched on the team signing Yasmani Grandal to a minor league deal as a backup catcher.

(24:02) The crew reacts to Dane Brugler suggesting the Patriots take Ashton Jeanty at No. 4 overall—Beetle calls it insane, and Zolak agrees, saying Jeanty isn’t worth the pick. They also discuss Saquon Barkley boosting the Eagles’ Super Bowl hopes, but Beetle says he still wouldn’t trade the 4th pick for him.

(35:02) The guys react to Mina Kimes naming the Patriots as the team to nail the draft. They also discuss the track record of running backs taken in the top 5, questioning the value of such picks.
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42min
April 10, 2025Sox Can’t Handle the Cold? // New England Grit // Today’s Takeaways - 4/10 (Hour 4)
(00:00) Beetle looks at the Logan Airport weather service to see the game time temperatures of the Red Sox games with Alex Cora wanting to move games to earlier slots in the day.

(8:24) The guys continue the debate on whether the Red Sox are playing in conditions that are too cold for their offensive success and if they should be playing games earlier in the day.

(19:56) The guys finish up with more of your phone calls and emails about the Red Sox recent struggles in the frigid temperatures here in New England.

(29:16) Today’s Takeaways.
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37min
April 10, 2025Defending Will Campbell // Sox Changing Lineup Too Much? // Caleb Porter Joins the Show - 4/10 (Hour 3)
(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the third hour by taking your phone calls about Will Campbell and more ways you can buy more time for Drake Maye with upgrades to the offensive line.

(5:17) Zo and Beetle react to Harold Reynolds on MLB Network interviewing Alex Bregman about his decision to sign with the Red Sox and his experience in Boston so far. The guys also discuss why the team has been moving the lineup around so much with it being so early in the year and the lack of injuries.

(16:18) The crew preview the weather for the Red Sox game this afternoon as they try and avoid a sweep from the Blue Jays at home before heading on the road.

(30:20) We finish up the hour by welcoming New England Revolution head coach Caleb Porter to the show to discuss the Rev’s next match in Georgia against Atlanta United FC, The Masters, and more.
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37min

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