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Celtics “Big Three” // Bulletin Board Material? // Fake Promo Friday - 6/3 (Hour 4)
June 03, 2022 18:17 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the final hour of the show talking about ‘The Big Three’ and if Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Marcus Smart are a true ‘big three.’ (13:12) More calls come in as the guys question whether Draymond Green gave the Celtics any bulletin board material. (22:39) We bang the drum one last time for the final hour and finish with the last of your calls. (33:26) Fake Promo Friday
Are These The Same Warriors? // When The Energy Shifted // Will Derrick White Stay This Hot? - 6/3 (Hour 3)
June 03, 2022 17:35 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the third hour of the show reflecting on Hardy’s question, what makes these Warriors different from their previous teams? (12:11) The lines remain clogged and the guys fire away on your calls, all talking about the Celtics winning Game 1 and the adjustments the Warriors will make moving forward. (21:33) The guys start to predict what might happen in Game 2 and look back at Jaylen Brown’s tweet about the energy shifting. (30:56) We close out the hour by ques...
Are These The Same Warriors We’ve Already Seen ? // Your Calls // Game 2 Predictions - 6/3 (Hour 3)
June 03, 2022 17:35 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the third hour of the show reflecting on Hardy’s question, what makes these Warriors different from their previous teams? (12:11) The lines remain clogged and the guys fire away on your calls, all talking about the Celtics Game 1 victory. (21:33) The guys start to predict what might happen in Game 2 and is there a concern if the Warriors tie up the series. (30:56) We close out the hour continuing to break down the Game 1 victory and open the phones up to ...
‘Bang The Drum’ Definition // Ime Udoka Vs. Steve Kerr // Finals Tickets Through The Roof - 6/3 (Hour 2)
June 03, 2022 16:24 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the second hour of the show looking up the Urban Dictionary definition of ‘Banging the Drum’ and take more of your calls on the Celtics. (12:26) The guys believe Ime Udoka is already a better coach than Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr, and how much of an upgrade he has been from Brad Stevens. (22:46) Zolak reminisces about his Highschool track and field days, specializing in the javelin throw and discuss the NBA Finals ticket prices. (32:27) The guys close o...
Celtics Game 1 Victory // Jayson Tatum’s Poor Shooting Performance // Momentum For Game 2 - 6/3 (Hour 1)
June 03, 2022 15:23 - 41 minutes - 19 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the first hour ‘Banging on the Drum’ amped up for the Celtics Game 1 win in the NBA Finals. (14:20) The guys touch upon Jayson Tatum’s poor shooting performance and how Brian Scalabrine still praised him for his 13 assists. (25:13) We take some calls and take a look at Chris Forsberg’s tweet breaking down Jayson Tatum’s assists in Game 1, mentioning the Celtics scored 35 total points off of them. (33:54) The guys close out the hour taking some more calls a...
WBZ-TV’s Dan Roche Joins Toucher & Rich // The Stack - 6/3 (Hour 4)
June 03, 2022 14:14 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB(00:00) WBZ-TV’s Dan Roche joins the show to talk about the Boston Celtics, his Red Sox championship ring and much more. (20:21) Does Sarge wear replica championship rings in public? Should Joe Murray deserve a Marconi for filling in so much on the show? The guys and listeners weigh in. (29:27) THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub:W...
Celtics-Warriors Game 1 Takeaways - 6/3 (Hour 3)
June 03, 2022 13:51 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MB(00:00) Fred Rich and Wallach continue to share their thoughts and take calls on the Celtics, who won 120-108 after dominating in the fourth and outscored the Warriors 40-16. 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 MMQB’s Albert Breer In-Studio // A Championship Ring for Wallach Heats Up - 6/3 (Hour 2)
June 03, 2022 13:13 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB(00:00) Albert Breer is the Senior NFL Reporter and Lead Content Strategist for The MMQB - He joins Toucher & Rich for his weekly hour-long segment. Joe Murray was unhappy yesterday - One of the reasons was the idea of Wallach receiving a Celtics championship ring (if they win.) (18:56) A caller hopes Wallach receives a ring in spite of Joe and Fred… then suggests Wallach put the ring somewhere that (30:40) Breer previews his article on Josh McDaniels and how the former offensive coordinato...
Fred, Rich & Wallach Back In-Studio // Celtics WIN Game 1, 120-108 - 6/3 (Hour 1)
June 03, 2022 12:42 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB(00:00) Fred Rich and Wallach are all back in-studio together. (17:02) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Boston Celtics dominated in the final 12 minutes and outscored the Warriors 40-16 during the fourth quarter to come away with a 120-108 win in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. 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 1 OF THE NBA FINALS
June 03, 2022 04:58 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBJones and Arcand react to the Celtics 120-108 win over the Warriors in the NBA finals
HIGHLIGHT: Celtics 17-0 4th Quarter Run
June 03, 2022 03:45 - 1 minute - 893 KBSean Grande and Cedric Maxwell on the call of the Celtics 17-0 run to help take game one of the NBA Finals.
The Celtics Road To The Finals
June 03, 2022 00:28 - 11 minutes - 5.28 MBThe guys listened to highlights from the Celtics post-season run and discussed how they got to the NBA Finals.
Celtics @ 7: NBA Finals Predictions
June 02, 2022 23:24 - 7 minutes - 3.44 MBJones and Arcand opened Thursday's show giving their official predictions for the NBA Finals ahead of Game 1 in San Francisco.
Trevor Story's Struggles // Garret Whitlock In The Rotation // Mazz Gives Thoughts On Josh Donaldson - 6/2
June 02, 2022 23:03 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB(0:00) Mazz gives his thoughts on the Red Sox future this season (13:21) Trevor Story’s struggles (23:09) Garrett Whitlock in the rotation (37:10) Mazz gives his thoughts on Josh Donaldson
Celtics Turnaround // Importance Of Finals For Celtics Future // Final Word! // 6/2 (Hour 4)
June 02, 2022 22:18 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MB(0:00) The guys breakdown the Celtics turnaround this season (11:27) Listeners call in (22:12) The importance of these finals for the Celtics future (34:44) Final Word!
Jayson Tatum's Comments // Steph Curry's Legacy // Robert Williams Injury Health Heading Into The Finals // 6/2 (Hour 3)
June 02, 2022 21:23 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(0:00) Jayson Tatum’s comments heading into the finals (11:12) Callers weigh in (23:09) Steph Curry’s legacy after these finals (29:33) Thoughts on Robert Williams availability
Marcus Smart's Comments // Red Sox Win Over The Reds // Callers Weigh In - 6/2 (Hour 2)
June 02, 2022 20:19 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB(0:00) Thoughts on Marcus Smart’s comments (11:16) Thoughts on Celtics Warriors (22:10) Red Sox win over the Reds last night (29:58) Listeners call in on the finals
Thoughts On The Finals // Thoughts On The Celtics Brand // Grant Williams Comments On Defending The Warriors - 6/2 (Hour 1)
June 02, 2022 19:18 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show with their take on the finals (12:22) Callers weigh in (23:36) The guys thoughts on the Celtics brand (33:12) Grant Williams comments about defending the Warriors
Sean Grande Calls In // Predictions From The National Pundits // Today’s Takeaways - 6/2 (Hour 4)
June 02, 2022 18:12 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the final hour of the show with Sean Grande, the radio play-by-play voice of the Celtics, to discuss Game 1 of the NBA Finals and the outlook of the series. (17:37) The guys take some calls on the NBA Covid guidelines and what’s to come with the broadcaster situation with Stan Van Gundy and Mike Breen sick with the virus. (22:34) We close out Celtics talk for the day with First Take analysts Stephan A. Smith and Mad Dog giving their take on where the serie...
Stan Van Gundy Will Not Call Game 1 // Most Unexpected Boston Championship // Will Refs Impact Outcome ?- 6/2 (Hour 3)
June 02, 2022 17:27 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the third hour of the show with breaking news that Stan Van Gundy reportedly has Covid-19 and will not be calling Game 1 tonight, along with Mike Breen still yet to be cleared. (10:44) The guys compare this Celtics team with the former Boston and New England teams who have had championship runs in the past. (21:12) We discuss if the refereeing will play a huge role in the outcome of the series, based on how they have performed so far throughout the playoffs....
Nerve Racking Finals Talk Continues // Is There More Pressure On One Team? // Top Gun Maverick Review - 6/2 (Hour 2)
June 02, 2022 16:13 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the second hour of the show talking about Marcus Smart and how much of an impact he can make on the Celtics success throughout the Finals. (13:25) The guys discuss who has more pressure on them to win the NBA Finals, the Warriors or the Celtics. (23:39) Callers continue to call in to give their finals predictions and they are all top heavy on the Celtics stealing the series. (31:59) The guys close out the hour with their reviews on the new Tom Cruise Top Gun...
Importance Of Marcus Smart // Pressure On One Team? // Top Gun Maverick Review - 6/2 (Hour 2)
June 02, 2022 16:13 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the second hour of the show talking about Marcus Smart and how much of an impact he can make on the Celtics success throughout the Finals. (13:25) The guys discuss who has more pressure on them to win the NBA Finals, the Warriors or the Celtics. (23:39) Callers continue to call in to give their finals predictions and they are all top heavy on the Celtics stealing the series. (31:59) The guys close out the hour with their reviews on the new Tom Cruise Top Gun...
NBA Finals Predictions // Jaylen Brown The X-Factor? // Andrew Wiggins Impact - 6/2 (Hour 1)
June 02, 2022 15:16 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the first hour of the show ‘banging on the drum’ amped up for the NBA Finals and give their series predictions. (14:54) The guys discuss what will happen if Jaylen Brown has to take over due to a lack of performance from Jayson Tatum and open the phones to some callers. (25:06) We go back to the start of the NBA season and discuss Marcus Smart throwing shade at the Celtics young core and early season struggle. (33:11) The guys close out the hour continuing ...
Lockhart’s Montage // Game 1 Officials Announced // The Stack - 6/2 (Hour 4)
June 02, 2022 14:21 - 39 minutes - 18 MB(00:00) Lockhart produced a Celtics montage featuring Joe Murray and Leroy. They continue to share their thoughts on the upcoming series. (14:22) The officials for Game 1 have been announced. Is that good or bad news for the Celtics? (22:56) 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
Steve Bulpett Joins the Show // Cringe Rally Songs - 6/2 (Hour 3)
June 02, 2022 13:24 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MB(00:00) Rich, Wallach and Joe continue to debate whether Jon should get a championship ring or not if the Celtics win the NBA Finals. (13:48) Steve Bulpett has covered the Boston Celtics for the Boston Herald and now is a contributor to Heavy.com. He joins the show to talk about the Celtics facing the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals. (29:56) The guys highlight some of the worst rally songs, including one made for Boston! CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fred...
NESN’s New $30/Month Streaming Service // The Bankroll Boys // Does Wallach Deserve Championship Ring? - 6/2 (Hour 2)
June 02, 2022 12:31 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB(00:00) NESN launches a streaming service with the Boston Red Sox and Bruins for the low monthly cost of… $29.99?! (14:44) Joe Murray and Dan Lifshatz are THE BANKROLL BOYS and they’re in-studio with Toucher & Rich for their weekly segment. (34:07) If the Boston Celtics win, will Jon Wallach get a championship ring? Should he??? CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportsh...
Rich, Wallach & Joe Murray // NBA Finals: Celtics @ Warriors Game 1 TONIGHT! // “Basketball Power Index”? - 6/2 (Hour 1)
June 02, 2022 11:57 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MB(00:00) SHOW OPEN: Rich, Wallach and Joe Murray are in-studio this morning to get you ready for Game 1 of the NBA Finals. (14:56) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Tonight’s the night! The NBA Finals tip-off tonight between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors.FivethirtyEight predicts the Boston Celtics winning the NBA Finals, but what the hell is “basketball power index”? CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichoffici...
The Crusty Dusty Old Reset - 6/1/22
June 02, 2022 03:22 - 6 minutes - 3.26 MBIn case you missed anything, the Reset gets you all caught up
The Dong Report - 6/1/22
June 02, 2022 03:12 - 13 minutes - 6.41 MBJones and Arcand go over all the home runs hit in MLB tonight in the Dong Report
ICYMI w/ Christian Arcand - 6/1/22
June 02, 2022 02:18 - 16 minutes - 7.6 MBIn case you missed anything today, Arcand gets you all caught up on stories such as the verdict being announced in the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard case, a popular album turning 23, and a lady with her opossum.
JD Whitfield - Warriors Super Fan - 6/1/22
June 02, 2022 01:44 - 12 minutes - 5.56 MBJD Whitfield, host of the It's Always Something podcast and Golden State Warriors super fan joins the Adam Jones show.
Game of Jones: Would You Rather Wednesday - 6/1/22
June 02, 2022 01:42 - 12 minutes - 5.64 MBIt's a Would You Rather Wednesday on the Game of Jones. Jones chooses between Marcus Smart or Draymond Green and much more
Why did Celtics flip the switch? - 6/1/22
June 01, 2022 23:27 - 11 minutes - 5.43 MBAdam Jones and Christian Arcand ask what happened within the Celtics in January that caused them to flip the switch and become one of the top team's in the NBA and in the NBA Finals.
Jared Carrabis From Draft Kings Joins // Thoughts On Red Sox Loss // New NESN 360 - 6/1
June 01, 2022 23:03 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB(0:00) Jared Carrabis of Draft Kings joins the show (13:27) Thoughts on the Red Sox loss to the Reds (23:05) Callers Share their thoughts (35:14) Mazz gives his final thoughts
Celtics Defense // Warriors Celtics Match-up // Final Word! - 6/1 (Hour 4)
June 01, 2022 22:18 - 36 minutes - 17 MB(0:00) The Guys open up the final hour with the Celtics defense (10:29 Warriors Celtics match-up (20:39) Last segment of calls (33:18) Final Word!
Warriors & Celtics Without Durant & Irving // How The Warriors & Celtics Were Built // Callers Weigh In - 6/1 (Hour 3)
June 01, 2022 21:55 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(0:00) Warriors and Celtics without Durant and Irving (10:28) Thoughts on the finals (21:32) How the Warriors and Celtics were built (29:58) Callers weigh in
Draymond Green's Comments // The Guys Share Thoughts On The Finals // The Nerds Thoughts On The Finals // 6/1 (Hour 2)
June 01, 2022 20:17 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MB(0:00) Draymond Green’s comments on the Celtics (8:28) Felger, Mazz, and Murray share their thoughts on the Finals (18:23)The guys breakdown the nerds thoughts on the finals (26:29) Listeners call in
The Guys Open The Show With The Red Sox Loss // Offside No-Call In Last Nights NHL Playoff Game // Callers Weigh In - 6/1 (Hour 1)
June 01, 2022 19:31 - 43 minutes - 20 MB(0:00) The guys open up the show with the Red Sox loss last night to the Reds (12:26) Thoughts on the Red Sox moving forward (24:13) Offside no call in last night's NHL Playoffs (33:59) Callers weigh in
NESN 360 Introduced // The Match 2022 // Today’s Takeaways - 6/1 (Hour 4)
June 01, 2022 18:13 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the final hour of the show with NESN’s new app called NESN 360 where you can stream Bruins and Redsox games anywhere. (11:20) The guys continue to open up the phones to callers who are getting ready for Game 1 of The NBA Finals tomorrow. (23:15) The guys start off the segment talking about “The Match 2022” going on this week between Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers versus Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. (35:18) Today’s Takeaways
NBA Finals Matchups // Steph Curry Versus Marcus Smart // Will The Pats Be Back On Top Soon? - 6/1 (Hour 3)
June 01, 2022 17:21 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the third hour of the show with the Celtics and Warriors matchups for the NBA Finals. (7:13) The guys go back to the clogged phone lines and hear what the callers think of the NBA Finals matchups. (19:38) The Steph Curry and Marcus Smart matchup debate continues to heat up and the guys take a deeper look at the matchup stats in the past of the two to see where this Finals might be headed. (29:04) The guys close out the third hour with worries of the Patrio...
Drafting the 2022 NBA Finals: Celtics vs. Warriors
June 01, 2022 16:46 - 15 minutes - 6.93 MBOn Monday night, Sean Sylver and Alex Barth drafted the players from the 2022 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors.
Draymond Green’s Reflections On Finals // Steph Curry Or Jayson Tatum? // Ray Bourque In Studio - 6/1 (Hour 2)
June 01, 2022 16:23 - 41 minutes - 19 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the second hour of the show with Draymond Green on how Steph Curry has never won a finals MVP and how that might play a role in this Finals Series against the Celtics. (10:11) The guys continue the Finals talk and debate who the best player in the series is, Steph Curry or Jayson Tatum. (18:34) We open the phones to callers and hear their takes on who the best player in the NBA Finals is, prior to Game 1. (31:01) Boston Bruins Legendary Defensemen Ray Bourqu...
Red Sox Continue To Scuffle // Prom At Fenway? // Brian Robb Calls In - 6/1 (Hour 1)
June 01, 2022 15:20 - 43 minutes - 20.2 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand open up the first hour of the show already with some turkey talk and start with a tough Red Sox loss 2-1 at home against the Reds. (12:35) The guys continue with the historic night at Fenway as they mention MarbleHead High School goes to the game for their Senior Prom and the Reds capture their first win at Fenway Park since 1975. (23:10) We come back after the break and talk about the preparation for the NBA Finals between the Celtics and the Warriors. (32:54) Br...
T&R Take YOUR Calls! // Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens - 6/1 (Hour 4)
June 01, 2022 14:12 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB(00:00) From Celtics to creep at shoe stores, Fred, Rich and Wallach take calls from listeners (13:05) Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevensjoins Toucher & Rich for his weekly segment. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub:Website|Twitter|Facebook|Instagram
Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens Joins Toucher & Rich | Wednesday, June 1, 2022
June 01, 2022 13:57 - 13 minutes - 6.02 MBCeltics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens Joins Toucher & Rich
NBC Sports Boston’s Mike Gorman Joins Toucher & Rich - 6/1 (Hour 3)
June 01, 2022 13:51 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB(00:00) The NBA Finals are almost upon us, does that mean the show will be able to interview notable NBA talking heads, like Stephen A Smith? Fred and Rich are quizzed on their 80s montages. (14:21) Mike Gorman is the voice of the Boston Celtics on NBC Sports Boston - He joins Toucher & Rich for his weekly segment. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sp...
80’s Montage Music // Brady & Jim Gray Live It Up in Vegas - 6/1 (Hour 2)
June 01, 2022 13:03 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB(00:00) Fred’s wife isn’t happy he’s been home and not able to come to work due to COVID protocol. (10:35) After hearing a promo for Game 1 of the Finals, The guys list of 80s montage songs. (27:07) Looks like Jim Gray was hanging with Tom Brady at a WNBA game in Las Vegas. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter:@Toucherandrich|@fredtoucher|@KenGriffeyRules Instagram:@Toucherandrichofficial |@fredtoucher Twitch:twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub:Website|Twitter|Facebook|Instagram
NBA FInals Tickets are EXPENSIVE! // Udoka Share Williams, Smart Injury Updates // Jaylen Brown Signs with Donda Sports- 6/1 (Hour 1)
June 01, 2022 12:40 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MB(18:47) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Tickets to Game 3 at TD Garden are INSANE! Jaylen Brown signs with Kanye West’s Donda Sports. Ume Udoka gives an update on Marcus Smart and Robert Williams. The Cincinnati Reds held on to beat Boston 2-1 last night at Fenway. 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 Crusty, Dusty, Old Reset - 5/31/22
June 01, 2022 03:19 - 6 minutes - 2.88 MBIn case you missed anything, the reset gets you all caught up
The Dong Report - 5/31/22
June 01, 2022 03:11 - 12 minutes - 5.92 MBAdam Jones and Christian Arcand go over all of the home runs hit in Major League Baseball today!