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Celtics Warriors Game 4 Reaction // Jayson Tatum’s Performance // Another Bounce Back Performance? - 6/13 (Hour 1)

June 13, 2022 15:16 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MB

(0:00) Live from Brookmeadow Country Club for the Who’s Your Caddy Classic, Beetle and Christian Archand open up the first hour of the show reacting to Game 4 of the Finals.  (12:05) The guys continue discussing the NBA Finals and try to figure out what is wrong with Jayson Tatum so far in this series. (23:13) The crew continues the conversation regarding Jayson Tatum and how he needs to show up for the remainder of the series.  (33:18) We conclude the opening hour of the show by discussing i...

Christian Arcand: Can Celtics Keep Winning on the Road? // John Karalis Joins the Show – 6/12/2022 (Hour 3)

June 12, 2022 16:59 - 43 minutes - 20 MB

The Celtics gauntlet to get to the Finals is discussed with them needing to win at least one more game on the road to win the Finals. John Karalis from the Boston Sports Journal joins the show to talk all things Celtics-Warriors in the NBA Finals. Arcand ends the Sunday service talking Celtics upcoming game 5 in the NBA Finals and how he expects the series to play out with calls coming in.

Christian Arcand: Should Celtics Fans be Worried? // Have Celtics Learned From Previous Series // Red Sox Minute – 6/12/2022 (Hour 2)

June 12, 2022 16:22 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB

  Arcand starts the second hour of the Sunday service discussing his confidence level in the Celtics and his belief that they still control their own destiny in the Finals. Celtics talk continues with calls coming in, have the Celtics grown up and learned from past defeats or are they going to continue to make it hard on themselves? The Red Sox recent stretch of good play is discussed, even with the team being walked off last night their starting pitching and bats have started to heat up. Red...

Christian Arcand: Celtics Game 4 Loss // Steph Curry’s Dominance // Jayson Tatum’s Struggles – 6/12/2022 (Hour 1)

June 12, 2022 15:23 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MB

  Arcand starts this week’s edition of the Sunday Service with the Celtics game 4 loss to the Warriors and Steph Curry’s dominant performance Arcand continues the discussion on Steph Curry’s stellar performance in game 4 and if he thinks Curry can do it again in the series. Jayson Tatum’s struggles during the Finals are discussed with calls coming in. Celtics offensive struggles in the 4th quarter are revisited with Arcand trying to figure out what the team’s problem is.

Gasper & Murray: Celtics-Warriors Game 4 reaction // Pats new offensive system // Five Questions with Gasper (Hour 2)

June 11, 2022 18:34 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB

(0:00) More Celtics-Warriors Game 4 reaction  (14:00) Reaction to new Pats offensive system (30:00) More thoughts on Jayson Tatum and Five Questions with Gasper 

Sports Hub Celtics Show: Stephen Curry goes off in Game 4 // Celtics crunch time woes // How will Celtics bounce back in Game 5?

June 11, 2022 18:30 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB

(0:00) The guys continue to react to the Celtics Game 4 loss with Brian Robb of MassLive.com (14:00) Celtics crunch time woes  (28:00) How will Celtics respond in Game 5? 

Gasper & Murray: Celtics lose Game 4 // Jayson Tatum's struggles // Bruce Cassidy fired (Hour 1)

June 11, 2022 18:13 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

(0:00) Celtics lose Game 4 to Warriors reaction  (13:00) Dissecting Jayson Tatum's struggles in series (32:00) Who was responsible for Bruce Cassidy's firing by the Bruins and more Celtics-Warriors reaction  

Hardcore Baseball: Ohtani's brilliance, the Red Sox playoff chances, and Chris Sale to the bullpen?

June 11, 2022 17:03 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MB

Bill Koch of the Providence Journal joins Matt McCarthy for an in-depth discussion on the state of the American League playoff race and the Red Sox excellent west coast trip. They fawn over the brilliance of Shohei Ohtani (2:20), dive in on the Red Sox playoff chances (9:10), and discuss the keys to the Red Sox turnaround (14:45), Franchy Cordero's performance (20:35), Jarren Duran's future (22:00), Chaim Bloom's approach to the upcoming trading deadline (29:40), and Chris Sale potentially re...

Instant Reactions: Warriors tie the series 2-2

June 11, 2022 04:25 - 17 minutes - 8.24 MB

Jones and Arcand react to the Celtics 97-107 loss at home against the Warriors in the NBA finals.

Johnny Avello From DraftKings Sportsbook Calls In

June 11, 2022 00:41 - 12 minutes - 5.97 MB

Jones was joined by Johnny Avello, head of the DraftKings Sportsbook, to discuss the betting trends during the 2022 NBA Finals.

Will The Celtics Take Command Of The Series Tonight?

June 10, 2022 23:17 - 7 minutes - 3.6 MB

Jones and Arcand opened Friday's show discussing their expectations for the Celtics ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Celtics Turnovers // Final Segment Of Calls // Final Word - 6/10 (Hour 4)

June 10, 2022 22:26 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

(0:00)The guys kick off the final hour talking about the Celtics turnovers (10:09) Felger and Mazz talk about the top stories ahead of tonight’s game (21:59) Final segment of calls (34:48) Final Word!

Chris Gaspers Weekly Spot // Mike Greenburg Joins The Show // Listeners Call In - 6/10 (Hour 3)

June 10, 2022 21:21 - 43 minutes - 19.7 MB

(0:00) Chris Gasper joins Felger & Mazz to preview game 4  (11:47) Listeners call into the show (22:59) Mike Greenburg joins the guys 

Jayson Tatum's "Time" // Playmaking Of Jayson Tatum // Celtics Third Quarter Issues - 6/10 (Hour 2)

June 10, 2022 20:20 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MB

(0:00) Is this Jayson Tatum’s “time”? (9:16) Callers weigh in (23:31) Jayson Tatum’s playmaking (30:48) Celtics third quarter issues

Agenda Free Firday! // Expectations Of Celtics Crowd // Game 4 Preview - 6/10 (Hour 1)

June 10, 2022 19:17 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

(0:00) The guys give open takes on Agenda Free Friday (12:39) Callers share their thoughts on tonight's game 4 (24:36) Expectations for the Celtics crowd in game 4 (31:36) Preview of game 4 of the finals tonight

Impact of Winning Game 4 // New TD Garden Chants // Fake Promo Friday - 6/10 (Hour 4)

June 10, 2022 18:18 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the final hour of the show agreeing with Revs Head Coach Bruce Cassidy on his take that if the Celtics can take Game 4, there is a high chance they win the series in 5 games. (11:18) The lines are clogged and the guys want to hear from the fans what they think the new chant in TD Garden should be. (23:39) The callers continue to fire in with their TD Garden chants and it starts to get a little out of hand. (34:00) Fake Promo Friday

Celtics Fans Lacking Creativity? // Game 4 Outlook // Bruce Arena Calls In - 6/10 (Hour 3)

June 10, 2022 17:36 - 39 minutes - 18 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the third hour of the show discussing the TD Garden chants towards Draymond Green and how a San Francisco radio host said there was a lack of creativity.   (11:25) The guys reset their Celtics talk in preparation of Game 4 of the NBA Finals and local media backing the Bruins firing of Bruce Cassidy. (23:07) More calls are phoned in and they start to go off the rails as they continue to talk all Celtics for Game 4 of the NBA Finals.  (30:24) Bruce Arena, New E...

Revolution Head Coach Bruce Arena Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 6/10/22

June 10, 2022 17:21 - 8 minutes - 4.04 MB

New England Revolutions Head Coach and Sporting Director, Bruce Arena, calls into the show to discuss the team’s latest roster moves, ownership’s investment in the club, and Game 4 of the Finals.

Patriots Cancel Rest Of Offseason Program // Cooper Kupp and Hunter Renfrow’s Extensions // John Elway Loses Out On Millions - 6/10 (Hour 2)

June 10, 2022 16:22 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the second hour with Bill Belichick canceling the remainder of the Patriots Minicamp practices and OTA’s for summer training.  (11:21) The guys get to your calls and talk more about the Patriots this offseason with Bill Belichick’s coaching decisions and more on how Mac Jones isn’t informative with the media.  (22:02) Cooper Kupp and Hunter Renfrow just reached massive contract extensions with the Rams and the Raiders and the guys break apart what this will b...

Is Game 4 A Must Win For Celtics ? // Robert Williams Health // Draymond Green Opens Up - 6/10 (Hour 1)

June 10, 2022 15:15 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the first hour of the show banging on the drum as they get ready for Game 4 of the NBA Finals. (10:53) The guys break down the availability of Robert Williams III and how they believe the Celtics will use him for Game 4 and the rest of the series, along with your phone calls. (23:57) Draymond Green opens up on his podcast about how the noise from TD Garden got into his head, affected his play, and the guys don’t buy it. (34:06) We close out the first hour of ...

NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg // The Stack - 6/10 (Hour 4)

June 10, 2022 14:05 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB

(00:00) Chris Forsberg covers the Boston Celtics for NBC Sports Boston. He joins Toucher & Rich to share his thoughts on the NBA Finals, flying 18 times in May, living in Worcester and so much more! (30:33) 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

Draymond Green’s Podcast // Jurassic World: Dominion - 6/10 (Hour 3)

June 10, 2022 13:33 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MB

(18:57) Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors are still talking about Celtics fans and the vulgar chants during Game 3. (32:49) Jurassic World: Dominion is out in theaters today, but Fred has no interest in the movie or anything CGI heavy.   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub:Website|Twitter|Facebook|Instagram

Albert Breer Joins Toucher & Rich // Sneaker Creases = NOT Cool // Deshaun Watson - 6/10 (Hour 2)

June 10, 2022 12:30 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB

(00:00) Cedric Maxwell replay. (17:19) Albert Breer is the Senior NFL Reporter and Lead Content Strategist for The MMQB - He joins Toucher & Rich for his weekly hour-long segment. Brady Brand, Lululemon, shoe prices and how creases in sneakers are not cool. (32:44) Bert gives an update on Deshaun Watson and what the NFL should do regarding his civil lawsuits.   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtouch...

Elliot Gould’s Chest Hair // Bruce Cassidy Speaks to Reporters - 6/10 (Hour 1)

June 10, 2022 12:04 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB

(00:00) Elliott Gould, NBC’s sitcom lineup from the 1980s and pulling off tank tops. (23:17) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Bruce Cassidy spoke to reporters for 45 minutes and discussed a range of topics, including being told his job was safe two weeks before getting fired, coaching a new team next season and Patrice Bergeron status.  Golden State players are still complaining about Celtics fans from Game 3.   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules I...

The Crusty Dusty Old Reset - 6/9/22

June 10, 2022 03:16 - 6 minutes - 2.88 MB

In case you missed anything in tonight's show, the reset gets you all caught up. 

The Dong Report – 6/9/2022

June 10, 2022 03:08 - 14 minutes - 6.68 MB

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

ICYMI w/ Christian Arcand - 6/9/2022

June 10, 2022 02:13 - 18 minutes - 8.36 MB

Tonight's edition of in case you missed it with Christian Arcand is a special one as the show celebrates 6/9 day, and more!

Jared Weiss Joins the Show - 6/9/2022

June 10, 2022 01:34 - 11 minutes - 5.27 MB

Jared Weiss from the Athletic joins the show to talk all things Celtics-Warriors in the NBA Finals. He gives his thoughts on how the series has played out so far and what he expects to see going forward. 

Game of Jones: Role Play Thursday – 6/9/2022

June 10, 2022 01:04 - 9 minutes - 4.57 MB

On tonight’s edition of the Game of Jones it’s a role play Thursday, Jones will take on the roles of Bruce Cassidy, Patrice Bergeron, Bill Walton and more!

Bruce Cassidy Speaks Following Bruins Firing

June 10, 2022 00:32 - 10 minutes - 4.89 MB

Jones and Arcand react to Bruce Cassidy’s press conference today where he fired back at Bruins upper management for firing him.

NBA Finals Are Over, Warriors are Soft

June 09, 2022 23:20 - 13 minutes - 6.37 MB

Jones and Arcand start Thursday night's show talking about the Celtics big game 3 win over the Warriors. Is the series over? Jones is starting to believe so with how the Warriors reacted after the game.  

Jared Carrabis Of Draft Kings Joins // Reaction To Red Sox Seventh Straight // - Preview Of Tonight's Game - 6/9

June 09, 2022 23:03 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins Tony (11:17) Callers share their thoughts on the Red Sox  (24:54) Reaction to the Red Sox seventh straight win (35:28) Preview of tonight's game against Ohtani

Thoughts On Celtics Taking 2-1 Lead // Golden State's Mindset // Final Word - 6/9 (Hour 4)

June 09, 2022 22:31 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB

(0:00) Callers share their thoughts on everything the guys have talked about (9:19) Thoughts on Celtics taking a 2-1 lead in the finals (20:15) Golden State’s mindset (34:40) Final Word!

Who Has Been The Celtics Best Player? // Mac Jones Press Conference // Felger And Mazz Discuss Their "Bet" -6/9 (Hour 3)

June 09, 2022 21:22 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MB

(0:00) Who has been better,Tatum or Brown? (10:54) The Warriors seven point possession (23:48) Mac Jones press conference (33:17) Felger and Mazz discuss their “bet”

Thompson And Green's Comments // Isaiah Thomas On Green // Bruce Cassidy Speaks On Firing - 6/9 (Hour 2)

June 09, 2022 20:20 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MB

(0:00) Thompson and Green’s comments about the Boston fans (11:26) Isaiah Thomas on Draymond Green (22:09) Bruce Cassidy speaks on firing (32:36) Callers weigh in

Celtics Response To Warriors Third Quarter Run // The Play Of Tatum And Brown // Celtic's Size Advantage - 6/9 (Hour 1)

June 09, 2022 19:22 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MB

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open with thoughts on the Celtics response (12:23) The play of Tatum and Brown in these finals (22:40) The guys talk about the Celtics size advantage (31:25) Calls reaction to game 3

Red Sox Win 7th Straight // Warriors Are Soft // Today’s Takeaways - 6/9 (Hour 4)

June 09, 2022 18:14 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the final hour discussing the Red Sox winning their 7th game in a row. (8:59) We go back to the Bruins and their recent firing of Bruce Cassidy, discussing who's to blame for this offseason mess. (22:12) The crew touches on how soft the Warriors have been acting since arriving in Boston. (33:07) Today’s Takeaways

Steph Curry’s Injury // Bruce Cassidy Addresses Media // LIV Tour Debut - 6/9 (Hour 3)

June 09, 2022 17:11 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the third hour with the injury of Steph Curry and how that will affect the Warriors throughout the rest of the series. (9:17)  The guys take some more calls ranging from Celtics Game 3 performance and the Bruins situation with the Bruce Cassidy fire. (22:04) The lines remain clogged as the guys continue to go back and forth with the Celtics and Bruins talk and mention how he addressed the media for the first time since he was fired. (30:43) We draw the winner...

Draymond Green Responds // Bruce Cassidy’s Exit Zoom // Paul Pierce’s 75th Anniversary Jacket -6/9 (Hour 2)

June 09, 2022 16:25 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB

  (0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the second hour with more Draymond Green talk and address the comments he made this morning on his newly aired podcast.  (11:40) The guys talk about the Bruins firing Head Coach Bruce Cassidy and how a lot of NHL teams are already targeting him.  (22:06) The guys go off the rails for a second and talk about some celebrities they met in random locations and took some more calls on the Celtics.  (32:15) We close out the hour with Robert Williams III post game...

Celtics Take 2-1 Series Lead // Draymond Green’s Tactics Continue // TD Garden Chants -6/9 (Hour 1)

June 09, 2022 15:25 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MB

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the first hour of the show breaking down the Celtics Game 3 win in the NBA Finals, along with the Draymond Green tactics continuing.  (10:22) Draymond Green’s tactics continue and the guys break down his stat line, post game interview, and how it impacted the Warriors down the stretch as he fouled out.  (20:52) The guys open up the phones to callers who are fired up to give their takes on the Draymond Green situation and the chanting obscenities towards him a...

Cedric Maxwell Joins Toucher & Rich // Aztec Gino Pissed at Fred, Praises Wallach // The Stack - 6/9 (Hour 4)

June 09, 2022 14:01 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MB

(00:00) Cedric Maxwell is part of the radio broadcasts on 98.5 The Sports Hub Celtics Radio Network and joins Toucher & Rich to share his thoughts on the current state of the Boston Celtics. (20:16) Nick caught up with Celtics superfan Aztec Gino, who has a problem with Fred and thinks Wallach is the real star of the show. (29:46) THE STACK   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.t...

Drunken Celtics Recap // NBC Sports Boston’s Mike Gorman // Rich Meets Guy Fieri - 6/9 (Hour 3)

June 09, 2022 13:31 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB

(00:00) Rich met Guy Fieri at his restaurant on Tremont street yesterday. (16:46) Mike Gorman is the voice of the Boston Celtics on NBC Sports Boston - He joins Toucher & Rich for his weekly segment. (34:09) DRUNKEN CELTICS RECAP: Nick was outside TD Garden talking to fans leaving Game 3 of the NBA Finals.   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub...

The Bankroll Boys // Bruins Head Coach Search // Cedric Maxwell Fires Back at Draymond Green - 6/9 (Hour 2)

June 09, 2022 12:37 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB

(00:00) Joe Murray and Dan Lifshatz are THE BANKROLL BOYS and they’re in-studio with Toucher & Rich for their weekly segment. The boys share their thoughts on the NBA Finals, Game 3 and more! (12:52) The guys turn their attention to the Boston Bruins and the search for a new head coach. Plus, a quick update on sports betting in Massachusetts. (28:19) Patriots owner Robert Kraft addresses Celtics after their Game 3 NBA Finals win over the Warriors. Cedrick Maxwell fires back at Draymond Gree...

Celtics WIN Game 3, 116-100 // “Vulgar” Celtics Fans // Draymond Green Unfazed By Chants - 6/9 (Hour 1)

June 09, 2022 12:08 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MB

(14:20) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Celtics took a 2-1 series lead after a 116-100 victory in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Klay Thompson and Draymond Green respond to chants from Celtics fans during Game 3. Plus, Draymond Green gets salty towards a reporter.   CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub:Website|Twitter|Facebook|Instagram

Instant Reactions: Celtics Take Game 3 Of The NBA Finals

June 09, 2022 04:27 - 12 minutes - 5.96 MB

Jones and Arcand react to the Celtics 116-100 win over the Warriors in the NBA finals.

Rob Williams joins Grande and Max after Celtics Win Game 3 of the NBA Finals

June 09, 2022 03:59 - 7 minutes - 3.34 MB

Rob Williams joins Grande and Max immediately following the Celtics big game 3 win over the Golden State Warriors to take a 2-1 series lead. 

Warriors Complain Their Basket Was Too High

June 09, 2022 00:14 - 12 minutes - 5.76 MB

The guys reacted to the Warriors complaint that their basket was too high during shootaround, and try to figure out who complained about it.

Celtics Fans Would Love To Have Draymond Green

June 08, 2022 23:26 - 6 minutes - 3.18 MB

Jones and Arcand opened Wednesday's show discussing how Draymond Green has been talked about by the media and the fans ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Expectations For Jayson Tatum // Impact of Draymond Green // Klay Thompson's Struggles - 6/8 (Hour 3)

June 08, 2022 21:18 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB

(0:00) Expectations for Jayson Tatum in these finals (12:39) The importance of Draymond Green (24:12) Klay Thompson’s struggles this series (32:35) The guys discuss whether the Celtics are the better team

Thoughts On Approaching Draymond Green // Red Sox Win Sixth In A Row // Jayson Tatum's Mindset - 6/8 (Hour 2)

June 08, 2022 20:24 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB

(0:00) Thoughts on how to approach Draymond Green (11:37) Listeners call in (23:42) Red Sox thoughts after last nights extra innings win (31:31) The guys talk Jayson Tatum and his mindset

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