- 1 hour 22 minutesA Snub, and Then a Blowout in Philly. Plus, How the Pats Can Get Back on Track, With Chris Mason.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ resounding win over the Sixers, including the much hyped Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown reunion (0:00). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Chris Mason about the NFL trade deadline, Christian Gonzalez’s poor play lately, assessing Mike Vrabel’s job performance this season, and looking ahead to the Patriots-Lions game on Sunday (29:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Diana Russini’s media comeback (1:12:15).
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11 November 2026, 5:21 am - 1 hour 13 minutesPatriots Get Embarrassed by the Packers, With James White
Brian recaps an ugly Patriots loss at home to the Packers that included some more costly Drake Maye interceptions and another flat start and early deficit. He also discusses Mike Vrabel’s poor record going head-to-head with other top coaches (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Rob Gronkowski’s Pats Hall of Fame induction ceremony, the 2016 Super Bowl championship 10-year reunion, and more (21:00). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls about the Pats (40:00).
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Guest: James White
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9 November 2026, 3:04 am - 1 hour 40 minutesBrady and Gronk’s Return to Foxborough With Chad Finn.
Brian opens by looking back at Rob Gronkowski’s one-of-a-kind career for the Patriots, before previewing the upcoming Pats-Packers game on Sunday (0:00). Then, he chats with the Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about Gronk’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Tom Brady’s first time calling a Pats game, Paul George’s tenure as a Celtic, and more (27:30). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets for Week 9 of the NFL season (1:12:30).
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Guest: Chad Finn
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5 November 2026, 7:19 pm - 1 hour 33 minutesSome Concerns From the Celtics' Loss. Plus, Can Drake Continue to Carry the Pats?
Brian starts by recapping the Celtics’ loss to the Rockets on Monday night, and some concerning signs from some of the Celtics’ starting five (0:00). Then, he remarks at Drake Maye’s stellar play in recent weeks, but also the heavy load he is carrying with the injury-depleted Patriots, before touching on the Bruins' shootout win over Vegas (43:50). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the A.J. Brown trade (1:06:30).
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3 November 2026, 6:35 pm - 1 hour 12 minutesThe Pats Beat the Dolphins, With James White
Brian recaps the Patriots' win in Miami, including a much better second half, another good Drake Maye game, and some more worrying injuries (0:00). Plus, he tries to make sense of A.J. Brown’s disappointing season so far. Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the game, Rhamondre Stevenson’s value to the offense, the upcoming trade deadline, and more (27:00). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics and their win over the Magic on Sunday (51:40). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts about the Pats and Week 8 of the NFL season (1:01:30).
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2 November 2026, 3:43 am - 1 hour 28 minutesAn Early Look at the C’s With Michael Pina. Plus, Pats-Dolphins Preview.
Brian opens up with his wish list for the upcoming Patriots-Dolphins game, and why the Pats should take care of business in Miami (0:00i. Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics, their big-man rotation, Derrick White’s value, Paul George vs. Jaylen Brown, and more (11:40). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 8 (59:40).
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29 October 2026, 7:09 pm - 1 hour 33 minutesSizing Up the Pats After 7 Games, With Mark Daniels. Plus, the Celts Win a Wild One, and the Bruins Fall to Carolina.
Brian breaks down the Celtics’ overtime win over the Nets, the latest twist in the Jaylen Brown–Jayson Tatum beef, and the Bruins' loss to the Hurricanes (0:00). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Mark Daniels about the Patriots, their ineffective run game, which players might return from IR down the stretch, A.J. Brown’s disappointing season so far, and more (25:10). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Pats’ playoff chances (1:13:20).
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Guest: Mark Daniels
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28 October 2026, 3:56 am - 1 hour 18 minutesBeef or Lamb Chop?
Brian breaks down the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown beef. Or is it more of a lamb chop? (0:00) Before digging into the Celtics’ win over the Knicks on Friday night and Tatum’s fantastic game (29:00). Then, he discusses the red-hot Bruins and some final thoughts from the Patriots-Bears game on Thursday (43:30). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Pats (56:00).
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25 October 2026, 6:08 pm - 1 hour 43 minutesThe Pats Lose a Thriller in Chicago, With James White
Brian recaps the Patriots' loss to the Bears and Drake Maye’s up-and-down game before hitting on another Bruins win (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats, Maye’s costly red zone pick, Caleb Williams’s big night against the Pats defense, and more (23:10). Then, Brian discusses Jayson Tatum’s struggles in the fourth quarter (55:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for NFL Week 7 (1:12:20).
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23 October 2026, 5:04 am - 1 hour 27 minutesPats-Bears Preview With Danny Parkins. Plus, a Familiar Loss for the Celtics.
Brian recaps the Celtics’ disappointing loss to the Pistons to start the season, including a great first game for Paul George but also an all-too-familiar second-half collapse (0:00). Then, he chats with Fox Sports’ Danny Parkins about the upcoming Patriots-Bears game, Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams, how the Pats will fare with all of their injuries, and more (36:20). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and some final thoughts on the Celtics game (1:08:45).
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21 October 2026, 12:07 am - 1 hour 7 minutesThe Pats Beat the Jets, but the Injuries Are Mounting
Brian recaps an ugly Patriots win over the Jets where A.J. Brown looked rusty and the injuries continued to mount, especially along the offensive line (0:00). Then, he gets ready for the Celtics’ season opener on Tuesday, discusses Jayson Tatum’s MVP odds, and recaps a great West Coast road trip for the Bruins (25:30). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls and offer up some final thoughts on the Pats game (40:00).
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