Jones & Mego
6,984 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 hours ago - ★★★ - 243 ratingsAdam Jones, Meghan Ottolini (Mego), and producer/brand personality Christian Arcand host ‘Jones and Mego’ weekdays from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. on WEEI. Jones joined WEEI in January of 2023 from 98.5 The Sports Hub in Boston, where he hosted the station’s night show since 2013 and co-hosted “The Dan Shaughnessy Show” from 2009-10. Ottolini joined WEEI as a part-time host in 2021 before becoming a full-time addition to afternoon drive in 2022. She previously spent five years as a reporter with the Boston Herald and as a co-host of ‘Quick Slants’ on NBC Sports Boston. Arcand, born and raised in Boston’s North End, is in his second stint at WEEI, rejoining the station in November of 2022 after a five-year run with The Sports Hub.
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Episodes
What will Ezekiel Elliott bring to the Patriots?
August 14, 2023 22:04 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBHour 4 - In the final hour of the Jones and Mego show with Arcand, the Ezekiel Elliott deal is discussed as well as the current state of the Red Sox. Will the Red Sox be able to make the playoffs?
Zappe, Jones, Cunningham and the addition of Ezekiel Elliott to the Patriots
August 14, 2023 21:13 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHour 3 - In the third hour of the Jones and Mego show, Megsplaining gets interrupted by breaking news that Ezekiel Elliott has been signed to the Patriots. Jones and Mego continue to discuss the awkward relationship between Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe.
BREAKING NEWS: Patriots sign Ezekiel Elliott, Jones and Mego react
August 14, 2023 21:01 - 10 minutes - 9.4 MBJones, Mego and Arcand react to the breaking news that the Patriots signed Ezekiel Elliott in 1-year deal.
Can the right coaches fix a broken Patriots offense?
August 14, 2023 20:14 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBHour 2 - In the second hour of Jones and Mego with Arcand, the Patriots continue to struggle on the offensive end. Mike Gesicki left practice with an injury today and the Patriots lack running back depth.
How big of a concern are the running backs for the Patriots?
August 14, 2023 19:45 - 7 minutes - 6.59 MBJones and Mego discuss the running back situation on the Patriots.
Jones returns! Malik mania, Mac vs. Zappe, and the future of the Red Sox
August 14, 2023 19:15 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHour 1 - Jones, Mego and Arcand jump into this week with discussions about Malik Mania, Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe's relationship, and what the Red Sox need to accomplish in order for them to get any credit.
Arcand: What's the point of Bailey Zappe
August 14, 2023 18:49 - 8 minutes - 7.76 MBArcand thinks the Patriots need a more experienced, veteran QB to be the backup for Mac Jones. Jones and Mego discuss Zappe's relationship with Mac Jones and think they need to work together.
Malik Mania: False flag or the spark the Patriots need?
August 14, 2023 18:22 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBJones returns! Jones, Mego and Arcand jump right into discussing the backup quarterback, Malik Cunningham, and the Patriots plans on developing him.
Is Malik Cunningham a dual threat quarterback that the Patriots need?
August 11, 2023 22:10 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBHour 4 - Mego and Arcand close out the show this Friday afternoon with a new segment discussing the Patriots game last night, a conversation about Malik Cunningham, and End Game.
Arcand needs serious improvement from the Sox before he will get back on the bandwagon
August 11, 2023 21:26 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBHour 3 - Mego and Arcand reluctantly return to talking about the Red Sox. After an underwhelming series against the Royals, they have a tough schedule coming up.
The future of the Sox and the return of Chris Sale
August 11, 2023 20:35 - 5 minutes - 5.09 MBMego and Arcand curb their expectations for the return of Chris Sale and discuss the upcoming schedule for the Sox
Is the first Patriots preseason game reason to panic?
August 11, 2023 20:22 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBHour 2 - Arcand and Mego continue to talk Patriots and the roles of Zappe, Mac and Cunningham as quarterback options.
Tom E Curran on developing Malik Cunningham
August 11, 2023 19:54 - 10 minutes - 10 MBTom E Curran calls into the Mego and Arcand show to talk about the game last night and the potential upsides of Malik Cunningham.
Arcand: That Patriots game last night was difficult to sit through
August 11, 2023 19:20 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this segment, Arcand and Mego talk about the Patriots game last night and their offensive struggles
Bet Roulette: Is Phil Nicholson betting his children on golf?
August 11, 2023 19:20 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBMego, Arcand and Ryan Garvin play bet roulette and place their bets on baseball, WNBA and golf.
The Patriots offensive line was an actual trainwreck
August 11, 2023 19:20 - 42 minutes - 39 MBHour 1 - Arcand and Mego recap the patriots game last night. More quarterback drama with Mac Jones, Bailey Zappe and Malik Cunningham
Some members of the show are very excited to see Bailey Zappe
August 10, 2023 23:32 - 10 minutes - 9.82 MBThe Patriots get their first preseason action but do so without Mac Jones. An unnamed host...named Christian Arcand is a little too excited to see what Bailey Zappe can do on the field tonight.
Have we set the bar for the Patriots offense...too low?
August 10, 2023 23:22 - 39 minutes - 36 MBHour Four: We are only a few hours away from some semi-real football but there are plenty of things to keep an eye on. Arcand fires off four predictions/talking points that Mego wants to call the Quack Quack Four Pack of Patriots Questions. Mego isn't allowed to name segments anymore.
While the Red Sox did nothing at the trade deadline, other teams' trades look amazing
August 10, 2023 23:19 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBHour Three: Mego's guy Michael Lorenzen threw a no hitter last night and she is not happy about it. The Red Sox damage control tour doesn't have some fans feeling happy about the team. And Mego schools an opinionated emailer in Meg'Splaining.
The Quack Quack Four Pack (working title) of previews (Patriots-Texans)
August 10, 2023 23:13 - 10 minutes - 9.87 MBMego clearly had one too many energy drinks and decided to call our four set of preview questions...something nonsensical. Arcand and Mego discuss a variety of props surrounding the first preseason game
The merits of Mac Jones' 5th year option; Mego ponders the Patriots draft
August 10, 2023 23:12 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBHour Two: We haven't seen a snap of regular season football but the idea of big money, long term Mac Jones continues to be a talking point. Plus, it is a Report Card Thursday on Triple Play.
The Red Sox front office damage control tour continues to SUCK
August 10, 2023 20:44 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHOUR ONE: Arcand and Mego hear from Sam Kennedy (who joined the Greg Hill Show this morning) and the words coming out of his mouth didn't make any sense to the show. Plus, the Red Sox had one of the weirdest plays ever last night.
Celtics and Bruins are spending their money while the Red Sox and Patriots sit on their hands
August 09, 2023 22:20 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBHour 4 - Arcand and Mego continue to discuss a lack of spending for the Red Sox and Patriots and wonder if fans will continue to put up with it. Are the Red Sox in danger of falling below .500?
Mego and Arcand react to the NFL top 100 list
August 09, 2023 21:46 - 6 minutes - 6.12 MBThe NFL released a top 100 players of 2023 list and Mego and Arcand react to the lack of Patriots players present at the top of the list.
Do the Patriots have a spending problem?
August 09, 2023 21:36 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHour 3 - The Patriots are the fourth most valuable team in the NFL but are 27th in cash spending. Is this an issue?
Mego on outrageous suspension of Orioles commentator
August 09, 2023 21:30 - 10 minutes - 9.91 MBKevin Brown gave some criticism of Orioles ownership and faced an indefinite suspension. Fans chanted "Free Kevin Brown" creating an awkward situation during the game's broadcast.
Preview of Patriots vs. Texans
August 09, 2023 20:52 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBHour 2 - Arcand and Mego discuss the role of Mac Jones and Zappe and what the betting odds are for the game coming up tomorrow.
The uncomfortable relationship between Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe
August 09, 2023 20:49 - 10 minutes - 9.9 MBMego and Arcand talk about Mac and Zappe's odd relationship with each other. They should be competing for the first QB slot, but they seem to duck any questions asked about the other.
Mego: If you brought aliens to earth, they would think the Red Sox are the worst baseball team ever!
August 09, 2023 20:15 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this segment, Mego and Arcand painfully recap the Red Sox game versus the Kansas City Royals.
Are the Red Sox falling apart?
August 09, 2023 19:37 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBHour One - With Jones out this week, Arcand and Mego discuss the Sox terrible loss to the Royals. The Red Sox pitching options are concerning and the future is grim.
Jones: Red Sox checked out after trade deadline, has “low-energy” become contagious among players?
August 08, 2023 22:12 - 20 minutes - 19 MBJones is concerned that the Red Sox are "low-energy" after the trade deadline and that it's impacting young players like Bryan Bello.
Mego: Trevor Story hitting 3rd in first game back is drastic move after not being available last series
August 08, 2023 22:10 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBHour 4 - Trevor Story returns and is batting 3rd tonight after not being available during the Toronto series, Mego thinks this is a drastic move. Jones worries that the Red Sox are checked out after the trade deadline and the "low energy" is contagious, infecting young players like Bryan Bello.
Over or Under 28.5 innings pitched for Chris Sale upon his return to the rotation?
August 08, 2023 21:36 - 9 minutes - 8.36 MBIs Chris Sale really someone the Red Sox can rely on to soak up innings down the stretch when he returns to the rotation? Also, over or under 3.5 NBA duos better than Tatum and Brown?
Are joint practices more beneficial than preseason games?
August 08, 2023 21:18 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBHour 3 - Mego wonders if joint practices are more beneficial than exhibition games, considering all of the mixing and matching in preseason. Is year 3 going to be a breakout season for Mac Jones and what would that look like? Meg'Splaining: "Winning Time" review.
Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald on realistic expectations for Trey Flowers and "modernized offense"
August 08, 2023 20:32 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBJones wonders how long the leash is for Mac Jones, Mego thinks Trey Flowers is just another Belichick retread. Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald joins the show to discuss Thursday's preseason game, Bill O'Brien's modernized offense, what we should read into if Mac plays or doesn't play, and realistic Trey Flowers expectations.
What we want to see in Patriots preseason opener
August 08, 2023 20:24 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBHour 2 - Mego wants to see Pop Douglas and Tyquan Thornton get after it on Thursday, Jones says if Mac plays it will tell us something. Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald joins the show to forecast what we'll see on Thursday and realistic expectations for Trey Flowers.
Jones would like to see more strikeouts from Bryan Bello
August 08, 2023 19:52 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBBryan Bello might be the best SP the Red Sox have developed since Jon Lester but are we overstating what he's done this year?
Jones doesn’t feel any different about the Red Sox season after Pablo Reyes walkoff Grand Slam
August 08, 2023 19:48 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBHour 1 - Red Sox win in exciting fashion but it was against the lowly Royals and they even needed a bailout call to beat them. Jones would like to see more strikeouts from Bryan Bello, are we overstating what he’s done this year? Welcoming back Trevor Story, has he been hesitant to come back to Fenway?
Is Trevor Story is a bad teammate?
August 07, 2023 22:54 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBHour Four - Jones and Mego question what kind of teammate Trevor Story is, this after Alex Verdugo showing up to the ballpark late which has possibly caused some friction between him and Alex Cora.
Trevor Story on track to return but is it too late?
August 07, 2023 22:44 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBHour Three - Trevor Story spoke to the media about a timetable for return while Jones and Mego question the timing of this, Story being nowhere to be found during the biggest series of the year.
Mike Kadlick on Judon contract, if Jack Jones is worth keeping, and first preseason game
August 07, 2023 22:31 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBMike Kadlick of WEEI.com joined Jones and Mego to discuss the Judon contract, if Jack Jones is worth keeping, and first preseason game.
Does Alex Verdugo have a bad attitude & is this the beginning of the end of his Red Sox tenure?
August 07, 2023 22:28 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBAlex Verdugo showed up to the ballpark two hours before first pitch and Alex Cora was not happy about it, can their relationship be saved?
Do the Patriots need Jack Jones?
August 07, 2023 22:23 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBHour Two - Jones and Mego question if Jack Jones is worth keeping around considering his off-the-field issues. Mike Kadlick of WEEI.com joins the show to break down his observations from Patriots camp.
Who deserves biggest blame after Red Sox were swept over the weekend?
August 07, 2023 20:36 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHour One - Jones and Mego ask who is most to blame for this weekend's failures at Fenway against Blue Jays. Alex Cora's issues with Alex Verdugo boil over. Do Red Sox mistakes reflect poorly on Cora?
Shouldn't Trevor Story be back with the Red Sox by now?
August 04, 2023 22:17 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBHOUR 4 - Reports are that Trevor Story will stay the maximum amount of time in Worcester for his rehab assignment. Is this concerning and why isn't he with the Red Sox now? Also, Alex Cora talks about why the team chose the play Luis Urias over Christian Arroyo. And, the week ends with endgame.
Don't ask any Patriots' coaches about Jack Jones
August 04, 2023 22:07 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBHOUR 3 - Assistant coaches spoke today for the Patriots, but were silent about Jack Jones' offseason arrest. Should we read into the fact that no one in New England talk about a serious incident with the Pats' corner. Also, Bill O'Brien has nothing but praise for his quarterback room. And, Meg'Splaining is all about the right way to act on an airplane.
Meg'Splaining: what is the proper airline etiquette?
August 04, 2023 22:01 - 10 minutes - 9.42 MBSEGMENT - Today on Meg'Splaining, Mego talks about the proper etiquette when flying on a plane and the crew debates who is the worst flyer among them.
Jones wonders why fans don't like Bailey Zappe
August 04, 2023 21:58 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBHOUR 2 - When it sounds like Mac Jones is the unquestioned starter for the Patriots, Jones wonders why Bailey Zappe isn't liked more by fans since he thinks the gap is close between the two. Also, the qualities that makes it seem like Mac Jones is becoming a better leader. And, its fill in the blank Friday for today's Triple Play.
Jones and Arcand believe Bailey Zappe is just as good as Mac Jones
August 04, 2023 21:46 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBSEGMENT - While Tom E Curran says there is no quarterback competition between Bailey Zappe and Mac Jones, Adam and Christian dispute Mego that Zappe is just as good as Mac Jones and Mac's job isn't that safe.
Chaim Bloom is trying to justify his moves at the trade deadline
August 04, 2023 21:27 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBHOUR 1 - The crew is live from Fenway still wondering Chaim Bloom's strategy at the trade deadline that only gets intensified with the DFA'ing of Christian Arroyo. Are the Red Sox really in a better spot? And why was Justin Turner nearly traded to the Marlins?