Jones & Mego
6,984 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 18 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
Cam Newton explains difference between women and "boss chicks"
April 12, 2022 22:20 - 7 minutes - 7.28 MBCam Newton explains difference between women and "boss bitches". Is Cam going to be "canceled" for this take?
Fauria says Pats shouldn’t take a WR early in the draft
April 12, 2022 22:17 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBHOUR 2: The Patriots hosted Alabama WR John Metchie today for a pre-draft visit. But Christian Fauria thinks taking a WR early in the draft would be a mistake and ignores other important needs. The Celtics are poised to take home a ton of NBA awards. Do the C’s have the characteristics of a championship team? Ryan McDonough of Audacy, former Suns GM, picks the Celtics to win the Eastern Conference. Plus, Cam Newton explains (31:37) the difference between women and boss bitches
Sox offense wakes up late for 5-3 win in Detroit
April 12, 2022 21:30 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBHOUR 1: Lou Merloni and Christian Fauria jump on WEEI immediately after the Sox-Tigers game goes final from Detroit. What a day for Garrett Whitlock who shuts down the Detroit bat. That recent contract extension is looking mighty nice
Schefter, Gil Brandt take major L’s for commentary on death of Dwayne Haskins
April 11, 2022 20:26 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBAdam Schefter and former Cowboys executive and current SiriusXM NFL radio host Gil Brandt take major L’s for their unnecessary commentary on the death of Dwayne Haskins
Celtics fans say they have no fear in facing KD, Kyrie and the Nets
April 11, 2022 20:21 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBCeltics fans say they have no fear in facing KD, Kyrie and the Nets
Anonymous NFL execs are worried about the Pats offseason
April 11, 2022 20:20 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBHOUR 2: Merloni and Fauria discuss the Sox avoiding the sweep in NY. NFL executives have real concerns about the Patriots offseason (12:25). Mike Reiss has the details about Trent Brown’s weight loss incentives and Fauria is a little jealous. Plus, Dwayne Haskins tragically died in South Florida over the weekend. Adam Schefter and Gil Brandt apparently forgot how to be humans (30:51) when talking about the tragedy
Celtics get #2 seed but Merloni argues it's a mistake to not avoid Nets
April 11, 2022 19:28 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBHOUR 1: The Celtics have grabbed the #2 seed in the playoffs but Lou Merloni argues with Christian Fauria that the C's made a mistake in not tanking down the stretch. Should Boston have tried to get the #3 or 4 seed to avoid the Nets? Are you worried about the path to the NBA Finals?
Christine Hurley joins us ahead of Friday’s show at Laugh Boston
April 07, 2022 22:22 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBChristine Hurley joins us ahead of Friday’s show at Laugh Boston
Merloni tells wild story of first time he took greenies during his MLB career
April 07, 2022 22:22 - 7 minutes - 6.72 MBMerloni tells wild story of first time he took greenies during his MLB career
Rafael Devers, Red Sox reportedly far apart in contract negotiations
April 07, 2022 22:20 - 7 minutes - 6.9 MBDevers, Sox reportedly far apart in contract negotiations ahead of Opening Day
Jack Edwards joins to talk DeBrusk's emergence, Pasta's injury and Marc McLaughlin
April 07, 2022 22:19 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBJack Edwards joins to talk DeBrusk emergence, Pasta's injury and Marc McLaughlin
Did BAA make right move in banning Russians from Boston Marathon?
April 07, 2022 22:18 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBHOUR 4: It was a rare 50/50 split to start the hour on the phones when we asked if the BAA made the right decision in banning Russians and Belarusians from this year's Boston Marathon? Should the Celtics be worried about who they face in Round 1 of the playoffs?
Florio confirms Ben Volin’s report Brady to Miami as minority owner was in works
April 07, 2022 21:30 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBHOUR 3: Jack Edwards joins us on this "Bruins Thursday" on WEEI. Fauria is pounding an energy drink during the show which prompts Lou Merloni to tell the story of the first time he took greenies in his baseball career. A few months ago on WEEI, Ben Volin had an informed theory on Tom Brady working this season to become a minority owner for the Dolphins. Today, Mike Florio confirmed that report from Volin. We end the hour
Significant tweaks coming for the Patriots offense?
April 07, 2022 20:32 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHOUR 2: Tom Curran believes there will be "significant tweaks" with the Patriots offense in 2022. What does that mean? Merloni, Fauria and Andy Hart discuss. The hilarious Christine Hurley joins the guys in studio for some laughs (20:45). Plus, will the Patriots ever put Bill Parcells in the Hall of Fame?
Celtics may be headed towards playoff matchup with KD, Kyrie and the Nets
April 07, 2022 19:25 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBHOUR 1: Andy Hart is in this hour with Merloni and Fauria. Celtics may be headed towards playoff matchup with KD, Kyrie and the Nets. Do you fear that matchup for the C's? Brian Flores has two former NFL coaches joining his lawsuit against the league. The Celtics have a lengthy injury report for tonight's game in Milwaukee. Are the Celtics tanking this game? Plus, the Red Sox and Rafael Devers (15:09) are not close to a contract extension
What does extension for 3B Jose Ramirez mean for Rafael Devers?
April 06, 2022 22:19 - 8 minutes - 8.12 MBWhat does the extension for 3B Jose Ramirez mean for Rafael Devers?
Is Tiger Woods more popular than Tom Brady or LeBron James?
April 06, 2022 22:19 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MBIs Tiger Woods more popular than Tom Brady or LeBron James? Merloni, Fauria and Meghan Ottolini discuss
Brian Scalabrine on Celtics entering playoffs, calling Smart the best defender he's seen
April 06, 2022 22:17 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBBrian Scalabrine on Celtics entering playoffs, calling Marcus Smart the best defender he's seen
Alex Cora joins "Merloni & Fauria" to kick off the 2022 Red Sox season
April 06, 2022 22:17 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBAlex Cora joins "Merloni & Fauria" to kick off the 2022 Red Sox season. Merloni and Fauria asked Cora about Chris Sale's injury, concern with the rotation, Devers and Bogaerts's contracts and if the team will use PitchCom this season
Orlovsky is more worried about Pats offensive staff than anything in NFL
April 06, 2022 22:14 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBHOUR 4: Dan Orlovsky has to closely follow all NFL teams for his job at ESPN. And Orlovsky says the Patriots coaching staff around Mac Jones has him more worried than anything else in the NFL. We had Alex Cora on the show earlier. Merloni and Fauria run through the highlights and give their reaction
Todd McShay would commit a murder to see Pats draft LB Nakobe Dean
April 06, 2022 21:29 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHOUR 3: Meghan Ottolini is in this hour with Merloni & Fauria. A lot of people have connected the Patriots to Georgia LB Nakobe Dean. But ESPN's Todd McShay said he would kill to see Belichick draft him. Another superteam in sports has failed! Congrats to LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers! Is Tiger Woods a bigger star than Tom Brady or LeBron James? 6 Attorneys General including Maura Healey from Massachusetts write letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell urging for improved workplace ...
Lonzo Ball’s shutdown has Meghan Ottolini worried about Timelord with same injury
April 06, 2022 20:56 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBHOUR 2: Meghan Ottolini joins the guys in studio this hour. MegO is worried about Robert Williams after seeing the Bulls shut down Lonzo Ball with a similar injury. Brian Scalabrine (21:59) joins us to talk about the Celtics heading into the playoffs
Where is the local optimism for the 2022 Red Sox?
April 06, 2022 19:37 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBHOUR 1: Merloni and Fauria start the show by discussing the lack of optimism, mostly local, on the 2022 Red Sox. Jose Ramirez of the Cleveland Guardians cashed in a 5 year extension. What does this mean for Rafael Devers? Sox manager Alex Cora (22:17) joins us to kickoff the 2022 season (Devers, PitchCom, bullpen, Bogaerts, Chris Sale's injury)
Can Jayson Tatum be the best player on a title team?
April 05, 2022 22:23 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBCan Jayson Tatum be the best player on a title team?
If Sox know Bogaerts is gone after 2022, could Bloom move him this summer?
April 05, 2022 22:22 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBIf Sox know Bogaerts is gone after 2022, could Bloom move him this summer? Merloni, Fauria and Andy Hart discussed
Rob Gronkowski is uncertain about playing in 2022
April 05, 2022 22:21 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBGronk is uncertain about playing in 2022 but is 100% on bringing back Gronk Beach
Chris Simms calls the show, our listeners "f--king stupid" for him winning Worst Take Madness
April 05, 2022 22:20 - 10 minutes - 9.19 MBWorst Take Madness champion Chris Simms is furious he is the winner of our 2022 contest. Simms refused to join the show and called Merloni, Fauria and the listeners "f--king stupid"
Merloni shares some Red Sox concerns with season less than 2 days away
April 05, 2022 22:16 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHOUR 4: MLB is trying a new device intended to eliminate sign stealing in game. The Red Sox spring training officially comes to a close and Lou Merloni shares some concerns he has with the season less than 2 days away.
Bobby Valentine tells his perspective on the disastrous 2012 Red Sox
April 05, 2022 21:33 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBHOUR 3: In a new documentary by NBC 10 called "The Bobby Valentine Experience", the former Sox manager details the state of the 2012 team behind the scenes. Gronk has still not committed to playing football in 2022 but is bringing back "Gronk Beach" at the upcoming NFL Draft. Plus, the Bruins pulled out a win in chippy game last night in Columbus
15 of 30 MLB teams to use electronics for communicating pitch signals
April 05, 2022 20:20 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBHOUR 2: Andy Hart is in this hour with Merloni and Fauria. The guys discuss MLB now using electronics as a means to communicate pitch signals. The Patriots had exploratory talks with Odell Beckham earlier this week. How would we fit? Plus, can Jayson Tatum be the best player on a title team? (32:10)
What will we be saying about DeVante Parker at end of 2022 season?
April 05, 2022 20:10 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBHOUR 1: Andy Hart joins Merloni and Fauria this hour to react to the Patriots trading for WR DeVante Parker. Andy isn't convinced that Parker is a #1 wide receiver just because he joined the New England WR room. Andy is worried this could be the last run with Xander Bogaerts. If Bogaerts is walking after the season to get paid, should the Sox explore trading him this summer? Plus, Chris Simms is the winner of the 2nd annual Worst Take Madness (32:10) and refuses to accept the award on air. Si...
2022b “Worst Take Madness” Championship: Chris Simms vs Marcellus Wiley
April 04, 2022 22:12 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MB2022 “Worst Take Madness” Championship: Chris Simms vs Marcellus Wiley
Do the Patriots have a good WRs group after adding DeVante Parker?
April 04, 2022 22:11 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBDo the Patriots have a good WRs group after adding DeVante Parker?
Is April the best sports month of the year?
April 04, 2022 22:10 - 9 minutes - 8.44 MBIs April the best sports month of the year? Merloni and Fauria discuss after seeing Trey Wingo and ESPN's Peter Burns tweet about the topic
The uncertain future facing Sox starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi
April 04, 2022 22:09 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBThe uncertain future facing Sox starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi
Pats land arguably best WR on roster in DeVante Parker
April 04, 2022 22:07 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBHOUR 4: The Patriots traded within the division to bring in WR DeVante Parker from the Dolphins. Does this rule out a WR in the first round? Does adding Parker make the rest of the WR group better? Do the Patriots now have a good WR group?
After years of silence, Carlos Beltran finally speaks on 2017 Astros cheating scandal
April 04, 2022 21:27 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBHOUR 3: After years of silence, Carlos Beltran finally speaks on the 2017 Astros cheating scandal and his role. Merloni and Fauria couldn't help but laugh at some of his answers. Is April the best month of the sports calendar?
Chris Sale speaks with WEEI on major issues facing Sox in 2022
April 04, 2022 21:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBHOUR 2: The Celtics hold the #2 seed with three games to play. Chris Sale joined WEEI to speak on all the big issues facing the 2022 Red Sox (the future of Xander Bogaerts, his health, Nathan Eovaldi's future, MLB pace of play)
Patriots trade with Dolphins for WR DeVante Parker
April 04, 2022 19:38 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBHOUR 1: Bill Belichick and the Patriots made a big trade over the weekend landing WR DeVante Parker. Should this change the Patriots draft approach later this month? Do the Pats now have a good WR group? We've reached the championship round of Worst Take Madness with Chris Simms vs Marcellus Wiley
Celtics have alarmingly bad numbers in crunch time
April 01, 2022 22:15 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBJayson Tatum, Marcus Smart and Grant Williams really struggle to shoot in late game, clutch situations. Is this something to be concerned about heading into the playoffs?
Better late than never, Mass AG Maura Healey now embraces sports gambling
April 01, 2022 22:14 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBBetter late than never, Mass AG Maura Healey now embraces sports gambling
James Murray AKA "Murr" from Impractical Jokers joins us
April 01, 2022 22:13 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBJames Murray AKA "Murr" from Impractical Jokers joins Merloni, Fauria and Fitzy on the phone. Murr is in Boston next week at the Wilbur on Friday 4/8
MLB giving umps a mic to explain calls on field could be a disaster
April 01, 2022 22:12 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MBMLB giving umps a mic to explain calls on the field could be a disaster
Celtics must get better in clutch to make a serious run in playoffs
April 01, 2022 22:07 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBHOUR 4: James Murray AKA “Murr” from Impractical Jokers joins the guys. Murr will be in Boston next Friday at The Wilbur. The Celtics have been blowing teams out over the last couple of months. But if you look into the clutch stats, defined by a 5 point game within the final 5 minutes, the C’s offensive dropoff is alarming.
Fitzy thinks its not out of the question 2022 Pats are better than 2021
April 01, 2022 21:36 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBHOUR 3: We continue our running theme of the day, Boston sports events/headlines you wished was an April Fools joke. Lou Merloni doesn't own any optimism for the 2022 Pats while Fitzy argues it's not out of the question the team will improve from last year's squad. Sports gambling is now being embraced by one Gubernatorial candidate in Massachusetts and the timing is certainly interesting
Strife between Brady, Bucs coaching staff more real than we anticipated
April 01, 2022 20:29 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBHOUR 2: Tom Brady is back with the Bucs but things will look a little different this season. Former Patriot Rich Ohrnberger detailed how bad the strife between Brady and the Bucs staff was and what caused it. MLB is planning to give umpires a mic to explain calls on the field
The Boston sports event/headline you wish was April Fools joke
April 01, 2022 19:44 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBHOUR 1: What is a Boston sports event/headline you wish was an April Fools joke? Merloni, Fauria and Fitzy discuss the Celtics alarmingly bad numbers in clutch time. Is this reason for concern heading into the playoffs?
Jack Edwards on Bruins loss to Toronto and the B’s honoring Tuukka
March 31, 2022 22:52 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBJack Edwards on the Bruins loss to Toronto and the B’s honoring Tuukka
Did Bruce Arians's delayed retirement decision force hiring of Todd Bowles?
March 31, 2022 22:33 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBDid Bruce Arians's delayed retirement decision force hiring of Todd Bowles?
The hilarious Ryan Sickler joins us ahead of headlining Laugh Boston 3/31-4/2
March 31, 2022 22:33 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBThe hilarious Ryan Sickler joins us ahead of headlining Laugh Boston 3/31-4/2