An irreverent look at sports, pop culture, and everything in between from three best friends from Boston. What the podcast lacks in insider info, we make up for it bad ideas, ridiculous stories, and a lot of laughs (we hope).
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The boys are back in town! After a month off, Pat, Doyle and Mark are back and so are the Red Sox. With Boston sitting 13 games over .500 and firmly in the playoff race, the guys break down the upcoming series with the Yankees, where the Sox stand heading into the stretch run, and what a potential playoff roster could look like. Then it’s time to turn the page to football. What should we realistically expect from the Patriots this season? Who are the Super Bowl favorites heading into Week 1? And which offseason moves, new faces and coaching changes could have the biggest impact across the NFL?
With Pat out this week, Doyle and Cocuzzo take over to break down the Red Sox’ surprising streak, as Boston enters the All-Star break riding 9 straight wins. They debate what moves the Sox should make at the trade deadline, share their favorite one-and-done Red Sox players, and discuss the tweaks to the HR Derby. The guys then dive into the evolution of sports fandom, lamenting the decline of the diehard fan and the rise of player-first rooting culture, before Doyle explains the frustrations of passing traditional sports fandom on to his kids. They wrap up with their World Cup picks and which
One of the defining chapters in Celtics history has come to a close. The guys discuss the Jaylen Brown trade, reflect on the successes and frustrations of The Jays era, debate whether Boston made the right decision and discuss the beginning of a new era in NBA team-building. Then, they shift to the World Cup to debate whether Team USA's disappointing loss to Belgium was a sign of progress or a missed opportunity. They also discuss whether American fans will stay invested now that the U.S. has been eliminated.
Pat and Doyle discuss whether the golden age of prestige television has officially come to an end before diving into the NBA's latest blockbuster: Giannis landing in Miami. They break down what it means for the Heat, the Celtics, and whether Jaylen Brown will be back in Boston next season. Then, the boys turn their attention to the World Cup, the surge of fans around the country and how events like this can bring us together before setting expectations for the US as the knockout stage approaches.
With Mark sidelined by computer issues, Pat and Doyle hold down the fort once again. After discussing Doyle's upcoming trip home, the guys dive into the blockbuster AJ Brown trade and debate where it belongs among the biggest acquisitions in Boston sports history. They also break down the Rams' aggressive move to land Myles Garrett, examining what it means for both franchises. Finally, they preview the NBA Finals, discussing the biggest keys to the series for the Spurs and Knicks before making their championship predictions.
Mark’s back, and there’s a lot to cover. The guys debate the etiquette of having private conversations in public, revisit World Cup jerseys, and then dive headfirst into the NBA playoffs. Was Wemby’s Game 1 performance against the Thunder one of the greatest playoff games ever? What does the Knicks’ 22-point comeback over Cleveland mean for the series? And is there any reason for optimism around the Red Sox… at all? Plus more odds and ends from around sports.
Mark’s out, so Pat and Doyle are running the two man game this week. The guys discuss the World Cup, react to eye-watering ticket prices and Boston’s giant lobster-themed commemorative kit. From there, they discuss whether the Knicks’ dismantling of Philly changes the Celtics place in the East and perform a weekly vitals check on the Sox. Finally, the guys break down the Patriots schedule release including the best away game cities for a boys trip and the NFL’s obsession with putting games on every day of the week.
The Celtics' season is dead and the guys are here to perform the eulogy. They unpack Boston’s shocking loss to Philly, discuss possible offseason shakeups, and figure out where the C's go from here. Later, they talk NBA playoff allegiances and the bleak outlook across the Boston sports landscape.
It’s not a great start to the week in Boston. The guys vent about the Celtics’ missed opportunity against Philly and what it’ll take to close things out on the road in Philly. Then they discuss the Patriots draft, if Vrabel's inability to attend the 2nd half of the crucial event will hurt the team and what this roster could look like in 2026. Finally, they unload on the Red Sox brass after a baffling decision to fire Alex Cora and the coaching staff less than a month into the season.
The guys kick things off with a classic debate: is it ever acceptable to fake sick at a wedding just to watch a big game? From there, they dive into the playoff series between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers, breaking down what’s stood out so far and what to expect moving forward. They also zoom out to look at other top seeds around the league who are already showing cracks early in the playoffs. Off the court, the conversation turns to the Portland Trail Blazers and ownership penny-pinching and a detour into mascot salaries. Back in Boston, frustration continues as the Red Sox fail
It’s Mark’s birthday, so the guys kick things off by letting him blather about Boston athlete jersey numbers and gain a rare glimpse at how the birthday boy's brain works. From there, they break down the NCAA Championship and Michigan’s dominant title run. Just how good was this team, and where do they stack up against the greatest college basketball squads of the modern era? Next, the focus shifts to the Celtics, with the playoff picture starting to take shape. The guys assess where Boston stands, potential matchups, and what it’ll take to make a real run. Finally, it’s a tough but necessary
The guys dive into the Red Sox’s sluggish start to the season and whether it’s or not it is already time to hit the panic button. They also contemplate a challenge from several listeners to take on the infamous 9-9-9 challenge live. Then it’s all hoops, as they break down an electric Final Four, including UConn’s stunning comeback against Duke, and look ahead to what it means for the national title. To close it out, they shift to the NBA and explore potential playoff matchups for the Celtics as the postseason picture starts to take shape.
Pat and Doyle recap the madness from opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament, breaking down the biggest surprises, disappointments, and what it all means heading into the Sweet Sixteen. The guys then dive into every remaining matchup, offering picks, insight, and a few hot takes. Next, they shift to the NBA to evaluate where the Celtics stand in the Eastern Conference with Jayson Tatum back and rolling. Finally, it’s Opening Day in MLB, but instead of excitement, the guys vent about the absolute mess of trying to watch games across a dozen streaming platforms and the fraudulent new 9-9-9 ballpa
The guys kick things off by reacting to Team USA’s embarrassing showing in the World Baseball Classic and what it says about the current state of American baseball on the international stage. Then they shift to the NBA to break down the return of Jayson Tatum to the Boston Celtics lineup and what it means for Boston’s push toward the playoffs, along with a broader look at the current state of the NBA. Finally, with conference tournaments underway, the guys preview the chaos ahead and discuss the biggest storylines heading into NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament.
The boys kick things off by gauging their interest level in the Winter Olympics. Then they dive into the biggest surprise of the NBA season: how the Boston Celtics have managed to shatter expectations without Jayson Tatum and where they belong in the Eastern Conference power rankings. From there, they zoom out to size up the other championship contenders across the league and break down the biggest looming questions as the NBA heads into the final stretch of the regular season. The guys also touch on what’s been an electric college hoops season before wrapping up with a look at the strange but
The Patriots were flat-out outclassed in Super Bowl 60, and the guys breaks down what went wrong for Drake Maye and New England against Seattle. Was it the moment? The matchup? The coaching? They dive into the biggest issues exposed on the sport’s biggest stage and lay out what the offseason priority list should look like in Foxborough. From there, they wrap up the final head coaching hires around the league and what those moves mean heading into next season. Then it’s time to shift gears to some old fashioned green-teamer optimism. The Celtics return from the NBA All-Star break sitting second
The guys are back with Part 2 of their Super Bowl preview as the Patriots get set for their showdown with the Seahawks. They break down the keys to the game, the most important on-field matchups, and what New England needs to do to come out on top. Then, the guys give out their annual Super Bowl prop bets, final score predictions, and bold takes. The crew also reacts to Robert Kraft getting snubbed by the NFL Hall of Fame, dives into the latest Celtics trade and and all-time embarrassing night at MSG for a boxer who got hit so hard his toupee fell off mid-fight.
It wasn’t pretty, but it counts. The Patriots are heading back to the Super Bowl, and in Part 1 of this two-part special, the guys break down how New England escaped an all-time ugly playoff game to get there. They also look at Sam Darnold and Seattle’s victory over the Rams, sending the Seahawks back to the Super Bowl for the first time since their crushing run-in with the Brady-era Patriots. Finally, the guys wrap with some strong feelings about old rivals exacting revenge by denying Bill Belichick his rightful place in Canton.
The Patriots are headed back to the AFC Championship for the first time since 2018, and Doyle is back in Boston for the big game. The guys break down the Pats’ dominant defensive performance that smothered the Houston Texans, then dive into what went wrong for Buffalo in their shocking loss to Denver and the fallout from the Bo Nix injury. Plus, a full preview of the rubber match between the Rams and Seahawks and predictions for both the NFC and AFC Championship games.
The Patriots earn a gritty playoff win in their return to the postseason. The guys break down New England’s win over the Chargers and recap the rest of an action-packed NFL Wild Card weekend before previewing the Divisional Round matchups. They also dive into the latest NFL head coaching vacancies, ranking the most and least desirable jobs and debating which candidates make the most sense. Plus, the guys share their thoughts on the College Football National Championship and what it means for the sport going forward. Finally, they shift to the hardwood as the Celtics continue to roll heading to
The guys are back after the holidays and so are the Patriots in the playoffs for the first time since 2022. New England hosts the Chargers on Sunday Night Football, and the crew breaks down how the Pats match up against LAC and what it will take to advance. They also recap the end of the NFL regular season, preview every Wild Card Weekend matchup, and debate the Drake Maye vs. Matt Stafford MVP dilemma. Plus, reactions to the NFL’s Black Monday coaching firings before wrapping things up with a look at the College Football Playoff and the two remaining matchups between Miami vs Ole Miss & India
The guys open the show by venting about a frustrating home loss for the Patriots against the Bills and what it means moving forward, before turning the page to a massive upcoming test against the Ravens in Baltimore. From there, they break down the rest of the NFL action, highlighted by the brutal Mahomes injury and the Chiefs’ elimination from the playoffs. The episode wraps with a turn to the squared circle, as the guys react to John Cena’s final match and debate whether the bizarre send-off was a fitting farewell for the wrestling legend.
The guys kick things off with a festive debate on Christmas shopping strategy—early planners vs. last-minute scramblers—before diving into a wild Week 14 in the NFL. They break down the surprising losses from last year’s Super Bowl teams, Kansas City and Philadelphia, and reevaluate the favorites in each conference as the playoff picture tightens. Then it’s time to look ahead as they preview the Patriots’ massive Week 15 showdown with Buffalo and what’s at stake for New England. The conversation shifts to the college football world, and the CFP committee decision to leave out Notre Dame and BY
This week, the guys unload their post-Thanksgiving “airing of grievances” before breaking down the Patriots’ latest win over the Giants and the most meaningful results from around the NFL in Week 13. They dive into the college football playoff whirlwind, including Lane Kiffin ditching Ole Miss for LSU and survey the rest of the evolving CFP landscape. Finally, they wrap up with some Celtics talk after a string of encouraging performances that may signal real momentum.
The guys break down a wild week in football, starting with the Patriots’ win over the Jets on Thursday Night Football. They dive into the Chiefs’ surprising loss and what it means for their playoff road, the Ravens’ shaky season continues after a so-so performance against Cleveland, and how big wins by the Eagles and Rams place them atop the NFC power rankings. Then they take a first look at the initial College Football Playoff bracket—plus, Bill Belichick makes headlines for attending his girlfriend’s cheerleading competition.
