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The Crusty, Dusty, Old Reset - 9/7/2022

September 08, 2022 03:32 - 6 minutes - 3.23 MB

The crusty and very very dusty old reset gets you caught up on everything you might have missed in tonight's show. 

The Dong Report - 9/7/2022

September 08, 2022 03:11 - 16 minutes - 7.54 MB

Adam Jones and Christian Arcand catch you up on all the homeruns hit in MLB tonight.

ICYMI w/ Christian Arcand - 9/7/2022

September 08, 2022 02:12 - 17 minutes - 7.87 MB

On tonight's edition of in case you missed it with Christian Arcand he brings us stories on Burning Man traffic, a Vermont poop story and more! 

Jon Lyons Joins the Show - 9/7/2022

September 08, 2022 01:35 - 13 minutes - 6.02 MB

Jon Lyons who covers the Patriots for New England Football Journal, joins the show to talk all things Patriots-Dolphins heading into the week 1 matchup. 

Game of Jones: Would you Rather Wednesday - 9/7/2022

September 08, 2022 01:04 - 9 minutes - 4.47 MB

 On tonight's edition of the Game of Jones it's a would you rather Wednesday. Jones gives his thoughts on Mac vs. Tua, Julian Edelman vs. Emmanuel Sanders, Red Sox vs. Bill Belichick and more! 

Matthew Judon's Tua Comments

September 08, 2022 00:23 - 10 minutes - 4.81 MB

Jones and Arcand react to Matt Judon saying he doesn't admire                      Tua Tagovailoa, is this a comment that could upset Bill Belichick                      and backfire on the Patriots? 

Would You Rather be the Patriots or the Dolphins?

September 07, 2022 23:16 - 12 minutes - 5.66 MB

Adam Jones and Christian Arcand start Wednesday night's show with the upcoming Patriots-Dolphins game and how both teams have been built. Would you rather be the Patriots or the Dolphins? 

Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings // Thoughts on Triston Casas // Xander Bogaerts and the Red Sox - 9/7

September 07, 2022 23:02 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Mazz on The Baseball Hour.  (13:54) Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers contracts going forward.  (23:59) Thoughts on Triston Casas a few games into his maiden MLB stint.  (35:27) Final thoughts from Mazz and Carrabis!

Patriots Practice Facility // Caller Reaction // The Final Word - 9/7 (Hour 4)

September 07, 2022 22:30 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB

(0:00) The callers kick off the final hour of the show!  (10:49) Thoughts on the Patriots practice facility for the week.  (23:16) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed.  (37:17) The Final Word!

Tom Brady’s Marriage Drama // Triston Casas’ First Homer // Today’s Takeaway - 9/7 (Hour 4)

September 07, 2022 21:56 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour by continuing their conversation on the Patriots traveling to Miami early. (12:46) We dive into the latest drama surrounding Tom Brady’s marriage after his latest podcast. (25:01) The crew touches on Triston Casas hitting his first homer.  (35:54) Today’s Takeaways.

Paul Perillo joins the show // Patriots Defense // Patriots Playoff Chances - 9/7 (Hour 3)

September 07, 2022 21:34 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB

(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show to discuss the Patriots with the guys.  (11:13) Looking at the Patriots defense as they get set for the Dolphins.  (21:23) Will the Patriots make the playoffs in 2022?  (29:39) Final thoughts from Paul Perillo.

Mac Jones and the Patriots Offense // Tom Brady and the Bucs // Patriots Practice Facility - 9/7 (Hour 2)

September 07, 2022 20:30 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB

(0:00) The callers weigh in on all things Patriots.  (12:41) Thoughts on Tom Brady’s latest interview with Jim Gray.  (24:38) More on Tom Brady and his current situation with the Bucs.  (32:25) More on the Patriots practice facility in Florida. 

Patriots Practice Facility // Carmelo Anthony and the Celtics // Kike Hernanadez Extension with Red Sox - 9/7 (Hour 1)

September 07, 2022 19:58 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show with some thoughts on the Patriots upcoming week 1 matchup with the Dolphins.  (13:44) Thoughts on the facility where the Patriots are practicing this week.  (25:00) Carmelo to the Celtics? And thoughts on Kike Hernandez’s extension with the Red Sox.  (33:16) More on the Patriots practice facility in Florida.

Patriots Center David Andrews Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 9/7/22

September 07, 2022 18:37 - 11 minutes - 5.2 MB

Patriots Center David Andrews joins Zolak & Bertrand to talk about the struggles from the offense during the preseason, the process of ironing things out, and heading down to Miami early.

Bill Belichick’s Demise Close? // Belichick Deserves Benefit Of The Doubt? // Another Reason Patriots Left Early? - 9/7 (Hour 3)

September 07, 2022 18:33 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MB

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by questioning whether Craig Carton’s theory that Bill Belichick’s demise is close has any validity to it. (12:04) We go back and forth on whether Stephen A. Smith’s take that Bill Belichick deserves the benefit of doubt when it comes to his coaching staff decisions. (20:20) The crew questions what’s the real reasoning for the Patriots going down to Miami early.

Kendrick Bourne’s In The DogHouse // Dave Andrews Calls In // Bill Belichick’s Presser - 9/7 (Hour 2)

September 07, 2022 17:18 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour by looking at the betting odds for Patriots-Dolphins on Sunday. (13:10) We react to Troy Brown’s comments about Kendrick Bourne’s outlook heading into the season. (23:34) Patriots Center David Andrews joins the show to talk about the struggles from the offense during the preseason, the process of ironing things out, and heading down to Miami early. (34:48) We listen in on Bill Belichick’s meeting with the media.

Players Want Preseason Success // Underrating the Patriots? // Week 1 Confidence Builders - 9/7 (Hour 1)

September 07, 2022 17:16 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show by deciphering what the frustration from some Patriots’ players during training camp says about the state of the team. (12:36) We analyze Peter Kendall’s theory about the frustration in the Patriots’ locker room. (26:40) The crew goes back and forth on whether we’re underrating the Patriots more or overrating the Dolphins. (31:33) We dive into what could happen Week 1 with the Patriots that would give you some confidence about the rest of the seas...

Do T&R FEAR Confrontation?! // The Stack - 9/7 (Hour 4)

September 07, 2022 14:49 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB

(00:00) A caller accuses Rich of being a coward (30:09) THE STACK   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

Armpits of America // South Florida Sun Sentinel Dave Hyde - 9/7 (Hour 3)

September 07, 2022 13:53 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MB

(00:00) Armpits of America: Man gets arm ripped off by a gator & There’s a poop dumper in Vermont. (20:10) South Florida Sun-Sentinel sports columnist Dave Hyde joins Toucher & Rich   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

The Hunt for a Pooping Bathroom // Michael Hurley Joins Toucher & Rich // The Ringer’s 2022 QB Rankings - 9/7 (Hour 2)

September 07, 2022 13:52 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB

(00:00) Fred’s hunt for an ideal pooping bathroom in the new building has begun! (14:19) CBS Boston.com sports writer Michael Hurley joins Toucher & Rich to share his thoughts on the Patriots and their week 1 game against Mike McDaniel and the Miami Dolphins. (33:55) The Ringer’s 2022 QB Rankings: Where does Mac Jones land on the list?   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twit...

Is CM Punk about to be fired?

September 07, 2022 13:35 - 11 minutes - 5.5 MB

James Stewart talks about the breaking news Sports Illustrated report of AEW punishment's for the locker room fight after AEW All Out in Chicago. Justin Barrasso reported the list of those receiving suspensions includes Omega, Matt and Nick Jackson, Pat Buck, Christopher Daniels, Michael Nakazawa, and Brandon Cutler. Multiple sources have shared that Punk and Ace Steel will either be among those suspended, or will no longer be with the company by the end of Wednesday. Punk met with Khan on T...

What Happened Last Night // MrBeast // Tense Negotiation at Tropicana Field - 9/7 (Hour 1)

September 07, 2022 11:33 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

(00:00) Even though he’s watched an alarming amount of sitcoms and television, Fred has never purchased anything off an infomercial before. YouTuber MrBeast has fans flooding to the American Dream shopping mall for the opening of his first physical burger restaurant. (18:18) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Arozarena hits a 3-run homer as the surging Tampa Bay Rays beat the Red Sox, 8-4. Red Sox get Triston Casas' first home run ball after lengthy negotiation with a fan. Dolphins coach Mike McDani...

The Crusty, Dusty, Old Reset - 9/6/2022

September 07, 2022 06:21 - 6 minutes - 3.17 MB

The crusty and very very dusty old reset gets you caught up on everything from tonight's show. 

The Dong Report - 9/6/2022

September 07, 2022 03:12 - 16 minutes - 7.69 MB

Adam Jones and Christian Arcand go over all the homeruns hit tonight in MLB. 

ICYMI w/ Christian Arcand - 9/6/2022

September 07, 2022 02:14 - 16 minutes - 7.66 MB

On tonight's edition of in case you missed it with Christian Arcand he brings us stories on the new Weird Al Yankovic, cocaine baby wipes and more! 

Michael Hurley Joins the Show - 9/6/2022

September 07, 2022 01:37 - 12 minutes - 5.89 MB

Michael Hurley who covers the Patriots for WBZ-TV joins the show to talk all things Patriots-Dolphins heading into week 1 of the regular season. 

Game of Jones: Over/Under Tuesday - 9/6/2022

September 07, 2022 01:04 - 7 minutes - 3.3 MB

On tonight's edition of the game of Jones it's an over/under Tuesday. Jones gives us his O/U's on the Patriots win total, Mac Jones touchdown passes, Mathew Judon's sacks and more! 

Are the Patriots Panicking? - 9/6/2022

September 06, 2022 23:19 - 12 minutes - 5.75 MB

Adam Jones and Christian Arcand are back together and they start Tuesday night's show with the Patriots dysfunction heading into the regular season. Is Bill Belichick starting to panic as the season approaches? 

Can the Red Sox Make the Playoffs? // How Should the Red Sox Manage Their Money? // Are Devers and Bogaerts too Expensive? - 9/6

September 06, 2022 23:04 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MB

(00:00) Do the Red Sox have hope when it comes to making the postseason? (11:31) Red Sox outfield shortage. (22:15) Is it worth signing both Bogaerts and Devers? (28:59) The collapse of the Yankees.

Reflecting on Greg Bedard’s Thoughts on the Patriots // Joe Judge’s Coaching // The Final Word - 9/6 (Hour 4)

September 06, 2022 22:20 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MB

(00:00) Felger & Mazz reflect on Greg Bedard's comments. (10:00) Callers weigh in about their thoughts on the Patriots. (20:28) Felger & Mazz talk about Joe Judge’s “Success.” (33:51) The Final Word. 

Mike Reiss Joins The Show // What Would A Loss Mean? // Today’s Takeaway - 9/6 (Hour 4)

September 06, 2022 21:33 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MB

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour with Mike Reiss of ESPN diving into Mac Jones’ comment about the Patriots ironing things out. (9:17) We go back and forth on what a Week 1 loss would mean for the Patriots. (21:29) The crew stumbles into some Rammstein talk. (33:24) Today’s Takeaways.

Dolphins Coaching Staff // Can The Patriots Win Week 1? // Callers Weigh in - 9/6 (Hour 3)

September 06, 2022 21:30 - 43 minutes - 20 MB

(00:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray discuss the Dolphins coaching staff. (14:51) Felger, Mazz, and Murray take to the callers as they weigh in on the Dolphins. (24:45) Is the Patriots roster enough to beat the Dolphins week 1?  (35:09) Is it worth the Patriots time to head down to Miami five days early?

Greg Bedard of The Boston Sports Journal // 10 Questions with Bedard // Is Bill Belichick Really a Genius? - 9/6 (Hour 2)

September 06, 2022 20:37 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MB

(00:00) Bedard, Felger, and Mazz open the second hour of the program taking calls on Big Boy Tuesday.  (11:23) 10 Question with Greg Bedard. (22:28) Bedard, Felger, and Mazz take to the callers. (31:52) Is Bill Belichick a genius?

Greg Bedard of The Boston Sports Journal // Three Up, Three Down // Are the Patriots in a Bridge Year? – 9/6 (Hour 1)

September 06, 2022 19:29 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB

(0:00) Greg Bedard Joins the Program and Talks all things Patriots. (11:40) Bedard, Felger, and Mazz answer callers, as they weigh in.  (23:48) Three up, three down with Greg Bedard.  (31:04) What type of year will the Patriots have?

Mike Reiss Joins The Show // Bill Belichick’s History With QBs // Realistic Expectations For The Patriots - 9/6 (Hour 3)

September 06, 2022 17:46 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by diving into Bill Belichick’s history with QBs and if it should make you feel better about Mac Jones this season. (11:24) We decipher realistic expectations for the Patriots after a rocky preseason. (22:28) Mike Reiss of ESPN joins the show to give his thoughts on the Patriots heading down to Miami to prepare for the weather. (33:01) We dive into the rumblings that came out of the Patriots-Raiders joint practices and the struggles with the o...

Tom E. Curran’s Bold Predictions // Are The Patriots Disciplined? // Phil Perry’s Bold Predictions - 9/6 (Hour 2)

September 06, 2022 17:09 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour by doing some more “buy or sell” on Tom E. Curran’s bold predictions for the Patriots this season. (10:31) We question whether the Patriots are going to be a disciplined team this :season with some new fixtures added to their roster. (23:02) The crew switches gears and dives into Phil Perry’s bold predictions for the upcoming Patriots season. (29:38) We finish up Phil Perry’s bold predictions for the Patriots season and Troy Aikman’s outlook ...

Andrew Callahan Joins Toucher & Rich // The Stack - 9/6 (Hour 4)

September 06, 2022 16:24 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB

(00:00) Boston Herald Patriots beat writer Andrew Callahan joins Toucher & Rich. (26:31) THE STACK   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

Outlook For Patriots-Dolphins // Bill Belichick’s Mystery Continues // Buy Or Sell On Jonnu Smith? - 9/6 (Hour 1)

September 06, 2022 15:18 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show by diving into the outlook for the Patriots ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Dolphins. (14:24) We react to Bill Belichick continuing the “mystery” surrounding who’s calling plays for the Patriots offense. (27:30) The crew questions whether the offensive playmakers need to see some early success in the new Patriots offense in order to buy-in. (34:02) We go back and forth on whether you’re buying or selling on Jonnu Smith having a bounce ba...

Tara Sullivan Talk LIV Golf // FULL VOLTRON (finally!) // Jim Irsay Sings “Hurt” - 9/6 (Hour 3)

September 06, 2022 13:36 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB

(00:00) Tara Sullivan from the Boston Globe joins the show to share her thoughts on LIV Golf’s first event in Boston. (16:54) After missing out on the first two hours of the show, Fred arrives. This is the first time Fred, Rich and Wallach have been in the same room since the end of June. (28:12) Jim Irsay sings Johnny Cash’s cover of “Hurt” by Nine Inch Nails. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fr...

Fantasy Football Talk with Lockhart // LIV Golf in Boston - 9/6 (Hour 2)

September 06, 2022 12:40 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MB

(00:00) It’s fantasy football season - Listeners weigh in on the best punishment for landing in last place (30:47) LIV Golf had their first Boston event over the weekend.    CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

What Happened Last Night // College Football Playoffs - 9/6 (Hour 1)

September 06, 2022 11:33 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

(00:00) Summer comes to a wet rainy end especially in Rhode Island, where major highways were closed due to flash flooding. (16:52) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Red Sox 4-3 to stay 5 games behind the Yankees in the AL East. Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel shared his thoughts on the Patriots’ travel schedule. CBS predicts the Bills and Bucs to go 11.5 this season. Plus, the college football playoff will expand to 12 teams.   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Touc...

Patriots 2022 Season Preview Show Hour 2 - 9/5/22

September 06, 2022 01:33 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB

Hour 2 of the Sports Hub Annual Labor Day Patriots Season Preview show with Matt Dolloff and Alex Barth. The guys take a look at the key and under-the-radar players for the Patriots in 2022, the Patriots' schedule, and where they stand in the bigger AFC picture. (0:00) Team MVPs and under-the-radar players (14:45) A look at the AFC, where do the Patriots stand? (26:56) Breaking down the Patriots' schedule For more Patriots coverage, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.

Patriots 2022 Season Preview Show Hour 1 - 9/5/22

September 06, 2022 01:18 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

Hour 1 of the Sports Hub Annual Labor Day Patriots Season Preview show with Matt Dolloff and Alex Barth. The guys start by recapping the biggest headlines of the summer, then take a closer look at each side of the ball. (0:00) Summer recap (15:09) Offensive preview (27:08) Defensive preview For more Patriots coverage, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.

CM Punk is the New AEW World Champion and has a wild post show media press conference

September 05, 2022 18:02 - 1 hour - 36.8 MB

James Stewart and Mike Riley talk about AEW All Out, CM Punk's press conference after winning the World Champion, what may or may not have happened after his media conversation. 

WWE Clash at the Castle Recap

September 05, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MB

James Stewart and Mike Riley recap WWE's Clash at the Castle Live Premium Event.

Zolak & Bertrand - NFL Week 1 // Pats Defense // AFC Ranks - 9/5/22

September 05, 2022 15:52 - 59 minutes - 27.5 MB

(0:00) Tim McKone and Phil Perry are in for Zo and Beetle on this Labor Day Monday. The guys start out the show with their expectations for the Patriots this week. (25:00) Expectations for the Patriots defense (34:50) Thoughts on Mike Sando's article on ranking the teams in the AFC 

Ty Anderson Bruins Talk // Celtics Minute - 9/5 (Hour 4)

September 05, 2022 13:59 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MB

(0:00) Joe Murray and Ty Anderson open the final hour of the program talking about the Bruins.   (16:00) The guys get into a discussion about the Celtics. Do they have what it takes to win it all?    CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH  Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules  Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher  Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub  98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram   

Patriots Schedule Preview 2022-23 // Bruins Minute - 9/5 (Hour 3)

September 05, 2022 13:15 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MB

(0:00) Joe Murray and Ty Anderson open the third hour.   (14:00) The guys take a look at the Patriots’ 2022-23 schedule. How many games will they win this year?  (32:00) Ty previews some Bruins takes that he’ll dive into later in the program.     CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH  Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules  Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher  Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub  98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram 

Patriots Hot Takes // Stop Overanalyzing Preseason Patriots // Woodstock 99 Documentary - 9/5 (Hour 2)

September 05, 2022 12:30 - 43 minutes - 20 MB

(0:00) Joe Murray and Ty Anderson open the second hour giving their Patriots takes.   (11:00) The guys talk to a caller from Hyde Park—Joe’s old stomping grounds. Fans and media alike are overreacting about the Patriots’ preseason performances.  (29:00) Joe talks about the Woodstock ‘99 documentary he just watched.    CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH  Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules  Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher  Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub...

Joe Murray & Ty Anderson Takeover // What Happened Last Night - 9/5 (Hour 1)

September 05, 2022 11:21 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MB

(0:00) Joe Murray and Ty Anderson, in for Toucher & Rich, open the program.  (17:00) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Red Sox are on a roll, beating the Rangers Sunday afternoon, 5-2. Rookie Triston Casas recorded his first career hit in his MLB debut for the Sox.      CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH  Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules  Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher  Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub  98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | In...

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