Jones & Mego
6,236 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month 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
Triple Play! Over/Under Tuesday
March 05, 2024 22:10 - 8 minutes - 7.75 MBSEGMENT - It's an over/under Tuesday edition of Triple Play! Jones and Mego give their takes on how far the Celtics will extend their winning streak, how many Red Sox starters will throw150 innings, and more
Rob Bradford joins the show to talk Red Sox Spring Training
March 05, 2024 21:58 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBSEGMENT - WEEI.com's Rob Bradford joins the show from JetBlue Park to discuss where the Red Sox turn to after Lucas Giolito's season ending injury, how they got to this point, if there is any hope of signing another free agent pitcher.
What free agents are left for the Patriots?
March 05, 2024 21:11 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBHour 2 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand continue to react to the news that the Patriots have placed the transition tag on safety Kyle Dugger. Jones, Mego and Arcand look at the free agents that did not get tagged and wonder who's left for the Patriots to target. Reactions to the report that LSU Quarterback Jayden Daniels does not want to play for the Patriots. Whether or not the Patriots trade back from the third overall pick will tell Jones whether the Krafts are running the team or Eliot Wolfe.
Does Eliot Wolf want to trade back?
March 05, 2024 20:54 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand discuss the possibility that the Patriots trade down from the third overall pick in the NFL Draft. Jones explains why he thinks that whatever the Patriots do with that pick tells us who is in charge of the team.
Free agents do not want to come to New England
March 05, 2024 20:24 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand react to The Athletic report that top free agents have little to no interest in playing for the Patriots. Mego pitches what she believes to be the best remaining path for the Patriots in free agency.
What exactly is the Patriots offseason plan?
March 05, 2024 20:13 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBHour 1 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand open today's show with the big question of the day; do you believe in the Bruins as a Stanley Cup Contender? Live reaction to the news that the Patriots are using the transition tag on safety Kyle Dugger. Jones worries that the offseason plan may be to resign every one of their pending free agents and run it back with a new coach. Finally, reaction to the news that Red Sox starter Lucas Giolito is likely to miss the entire 2024 season with an elbow injury.
Giolito injury gives Red Sox ownership another excuse to be cheap
March 05, 2024 19:59 - 5 minutes - 5.46 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand react to the reports that Red Sox starter Lucas Giolito is likely to miss the entire 2024 season with a torn UCL.
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Big Q @ 2: Do you believe the Bruins are Cup contenders?
March 05, 2024 19:24 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand open today's show with the big question of the day, do you believe in the Bruins as Stanley Cup contenders. Jones explains why he still thinks that the Bruins should be buyers at Friday's trade deadline.
The Jones and Mego Show with Arcand - full show from 3/4/24
March 04, 2024 23:18 - 2 hours - 160 MBThe full Jones and Mego Show with Arcand Show from 3/4/24
The Krafts are beginning to give off meddlesome vibes
March 04, 2024 23:12 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBHour 4 - On the final hour of the Jones and Mego Show with Arcand: Why the Patriots refusal to name a General Manager is worrisome to Mego. What direction should the Patriots go with the number 3 overall pick? How far will Michigan QB JJ McCarthy rise on draft boards? Mego talks about an allergy to showering in Megsplaining. Finally, the show makes their picks for tonight's slate of NBA and college basketball games.
Bet Roulette! Will Duke be upset again?
March 04, 2024 23:02 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand make their picks for tonight's slate of college basketball and NBA games.
Megsplaining: Can you be allergic to water?
March 04, 2024 22:47 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBSEGMENT - In today's Megsplaining, Mego talks about a woman who claims to be allergic to showering. Jones and Arcand weigh-in on how many times a week they shower.
This Celtics season is starting to feel like 2008
March 04, 2024 22:20 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBHour 3 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand continue to discuss the Celtics 52 point beatdown of the Warriors. Jones explains why this season is starting to feel like 2008. Arcand asks if Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are ready to take the next step and finally win a title? Live reactions to the breaking news that the Denver Broncos are planning on releasing veteran QB Russell Wilson. Finally, it's a buy or sell Monday edition of Triple Play!
Triple Play! Buy or Sell Monday
March 04, 2024 22:05 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MBSEGMENT - It's a buy or sell Monday edition of Triple Play! Jones and Mego give their takes on the most overrated coach in the NBA, the Bruins trade deadline approach and more.
Are Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum "ready" to win a title?
March 04, 2024 21:51 - 5 minutes - 5.18 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand discuss whether or not Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are ready to take that next step and win a championship.
How should the Patriots approach free agency?
March 04, 2024 21:16 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBHour 2 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand spend the second hour of today's show talking Patriots. Why are the Patriots leaving the most important draft and free agency class in years in the hands of Eliot Wolf if they won't name him General Manager? What do you make of the Patriots rumored interest in Baker Mayfield? With the crop of free agent wide receivers dwindling, Jones still thinks they should pay whoever the best available receiver is. Finally, after a week in Miami, Arcand gives his thoughts...
Arcand's thoughts on "The Dynasty"
March 04, 2024 21:08 - 9 minutes - 9.16 MBSEGMENT - After a week off in Miami, Christian Arcand gives his thoughts on the latest episodes of "The Dynasty". Why he thinks Episode 6 was a condemnation of the way Bill Belichick ran the team.
Why hasn't Eliot Wolf been named GM of the Patriots?
March 04, 2024 20:23 - 7 minutes - 6.46 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand react to reports that the Patriots could still conduct a full search for a General Manager after the conclusion of the NFL Draft. Jones and Mego ask why they would leave such an important offseason in the hands of someone who may not have the job come May.
Does any team pose a threat to the Celtics in the playoffs?
March 04, 2024 20:15 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBHour 1 - On the first hour of the Jones and Mego Show with Arcand: The Celtics thrashed the Warriors Sunday afternoon. Is there any team in the NBA that poses a reasonable threat to the Celtics? Do the Celtics even need Porzingis to win a title? Also, the Bruins rough stretch continues, why it's officially time to worry about the team.
It's officially time to worry about the Bruins
March 04, 2024 20:04 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand discuss why, despite their solid positioning in the standings, they are worried about the Bruins. Callers weigh in on the Bruins and Celtics.
Big Q @ 2: Can anyone stop the Celtics?
March 04, 2024 19:24 - 8 minutes - 7.89 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand open today's show by talking about the Celtics' 52-point victory over the Golden State Warriors. Answering today's Big Q @ 2: Which statement is closest to the truth? Nobody will beat them, they will beat themselves, or they have real challengers
The Jones and Mego show with Arcand from 3/1/2024
March 01, 2024 23:19 - 3 hours - 167 MBThe full four hours of the Jones and Mego show with Arcand from 3/1/2024
Mego is out on Caleb Williams!
March 01, 2024 23:11 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBHour 4. Mego has serious reservations about Caleb Williams. Callers weigh in. Patriots release JC Jackson! Have the Patriots decided on who they are drafting at #3? Meg’Splaining: Chain restaurants! Bet Roulette!
Mego does NOT want Caleb Williams on thr Patriots!
March 01, 2024 22:47 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MBMego does not want to see Caleb Williams as a New Engalnd Patriot, even if the star quarterback was to fall in the draft!
Is Belichick getting too much blame in "The Dynasty"?
March 01, 2024 22:26 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBHour 3. Was it important to include the Aaron Hernandez situation in “The Dynasty”. Were the Kraft’s throwing Belichick under the bus regarding the Hernandez situation? Triple Play: Fill in the blank Friday!
Belichick continues to take blame in “The Dynasty”
March 01, 2024 21:25 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBAre the Kraft’s throwing Belichick under the bus regarding the Hernandez situation in “The Dynasty”?
The Bruins finally win in regulation!
March 01, 2024 21:07 - 43 minutes - 40 MBHour 2. Looking at Drake Maye’s comments from the NFL scouting combine. Jones is not a fan of Caleb Williams. Mego has concerns about Marvin Harrison Jr blowing off the media. The Bruins finally hold on to a lead!
Bruce Cassidy takes a shot at the Bruins!
March 01, 2024 20:58 - 6 minutes - 5.94 MBThe Bruins finally held on to a lead last night in their win over the Golden Knights… even if they tried to blow it. Bruce Cassidy takes a shot at the Bruins!
Jones isn’t completely bought in with Caleb Williams
March 01, 2024 20:41 - 4 minutes - 4.59 MBJones and Mego have some doubts about Caleb Williams regarding his personality and if he has the right mindset to be a franchise quarterback.
Mego is a big fan of Drake Maye's accent
March 01, 2024 20:25 - 8 minutes - 7.35 MBIf there is one thing that can win over Mego, it's a good southern accent and Drake Maye sure has one!
Aaron Hernandez episode of the Dynasty drops last night
March 01, 2024 20:11 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBHour 1. With two new episodes of “The Dynasty” being released last night, Jones and Mego react to how the episode handled what happened with Aaron Hernandez. Reacting to comments from Hernandez’s teammates in last night's “Dynasty” episode.
Why did Kraft believe Aaron Hernandez?
March 01, 2024 20:09 - 6 minutes - 5.54 MBJones and Mego question why Robert Kraft took Aaron Hernandez at his word and how the situation makes the Patriots owner look bad.
Chilling details regarding Aaron Hernandez
March 01, 2024 19:45 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MBThe crew takes a look at Hernandez’s teammate’s comments regarding the former Patriots tight end.
Jones & Mego react to the Aaron Hernandez episode of “The Dynasty”
March 01, 2024 19:20 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBWith two new episodes of “The Dynasty” being released last night, Jones and Mego react to how the episode handled what happened with Aaron Hernandez.
The full Jones and Mego show from 2/29/2024
February 29, 2024 23:48 - 2 hours - 163 MBThe full four hours of the Jones and Mego show from 2/29/2024
Recap of Curran conversation; Cougartalk; locks of the night
February 29, 2024 23:40 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBHour 4 - During the last hour of the Jones and Mego show, the crew begins by breaking down Tom E Curran's comments on the "Matt Patricia" weight room, then Mego talks about dating age gaps on Megsplaining, and last but not least they place their bets in Bet Roulette!
Why is JJ McCarthy rising on everyone's draft board?
February 29, 2024 23:25 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBJones has probably watched more of JJ McCarthy than any of the other QBs and he has not really impressed too much aside from his performance in the CFP semi finals. However, he has been rising on everyone's draft board. Does he fit into the Patriots' AVP run the ball scheme? Jones and Mego are out on him, but are in on Drake Maye, even though Mego does not like southern QBs for some reason. She will never admit it, though.
Locks of the night: Curry over 27.5, Lebron under 25.5, KD over 26.5
February 29, 2024 23:13 - 8 minutes - 8.14 MBIt is Bet Roulette time on Jones and Mego. Mego goes with KD over in points, Ryan Garvin takes the Curry over 27.5, and Jones doubts Lebron taking the under at 25.5. Also, David in the car weighs in on his appropriate age difference to be dating.
Megsplaining: what is an appropriate age gap to be dating?
February 29, 2024 22:52 - 10 minutes - 9.87 MBMego and Jones argue about what is a creepy age difference and what is a fine age difference in terms of dating. Is the rule half the age plus seven? Listen to find out.
What is the best way for the Patriots to spend their money?
February 29, 2024 22:28 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBHour 3 - during the third hour of the Jones and Mego show, Mike Kadlick joins the crew in the studio. This sparks debate as Kadlick's offseason plans do not exactly align with Jones and Mego's. Kadlick thinks that Jerod Mayo could have been bonked on the nose for his cash to burn comments, he also thinks the rebuild could take a longer time than Jones thinks. Mego says it will be a two year minimum process.
Mego gives Sam Kennedy's radio appearances an F-
February 29, 2024 22:12 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBIt is time for Triple Play! It is report card Thursday. Jerod Mayo received poor notes from Kadlick, Jones, and Mego for his media appearances, but Joe Mazzulla would make the honor roll for his! However, Sam Kennedy would not be allowed home for the grades he received for his radio appearances so far!
Jones, Mego, and Mike Kadlick argue about free agency and rookie QBs
February 29, 2024 22:02 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBJones and Mego are joined in the studio by Patriots beat reporter Mike Kadlick. Topics discussed: do Caleb Williams off-field interactions matter, how should the Patriots spend money on their offense, is Baker Mayfield an option, which wide receivers would Mego be ok with bringing in, and would you be ok with a whole season of Jacoby Brissett?
Veteran QB pick'em: Jimmy G, Brissett, or Flacco?; Curran calls in
February 29, 2024 21:40 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBHour 2 - Which veteran QB fits best for the Patriots? Jones wants Joe Flacco, Mego wants Brissett. It will be a mad dash for the QB starting job next season. A race for the ages, will the number three overall pick win the job in week one? Jones does not care, he just wants to see him at some point, Mego thinks it is a pointless compromise, either play him or don't. They can agree that Jimmy Garoppolo has no place on the Patriots roster. No storylines there!
Tom E Curran joins show, talks free agency, "suck tax," and Patriots report card
February 29, 2024 20:55 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBNBC Sports Boston's Tom E Curran joins the Jones and Mego show to discuss Jerod Mayo and his walk balk of "burn some cash" comments, the Patriots dire free agency needs, and the Patriots new weight room. How desirable is New England for free agents? Tom E Curran weighs in.
Jones wouldn't want a season of a veteran QB with a rookie on the bench
February 29, 2024 20:31 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBMego thinks that Caleb Williams and Drake Maye are the two most league ready QBs in the draft. Because of his size, Jayden Daniels may not be as ready according to Mego. Jones says that if the rookie QB needs to sit a couple of weeks, fine. He should be playing in year one! He hates to get through another year and they play some veteran or bum at QB all season. It would be boring. He would want to know what we have!
Jones hates process, but Patriots are a work in progress right now
February 29, 2024 20:21 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBHour 1 - Jones and Mego debate what kind of situation the Patriots are in exactly. They probably will not "burn cash" and go after big name free agents, especially when most of the big name WRs are off the board. The Patriots offseason plan is becoming clearer and clearer. Veteran QB + rookie QB. Jones wants it to be a competition for the rookie QB. Like when Mac had to compete with the ghost of Cam Newton. He could be talked into Joe Flacco starting weeks one and two and have the rookie go ...
Jerod Mayo has walked back his "burn some cash" comments... why?
February 29, 2024 19:28 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBMayo walked those comments back! I kind of misspoke, he claims, but I was excited to see those numbers. Jones says that this is going to be a process… he hates that. Jerod would respond that acquiring free agents may work for one season, but not as a long term option. Words Jones hates the most: PROCESS. Mego says he misspoke. He's calling his boss big thunder and is so excited and happy. He knows what the potential to spend is, but he got in front of his skis. Behind closed doors, he admitt...
The Full Jones and Mego show from 2/28/2024
February 28, 2024 23:33 - 2 hours - 158 MBThe full four hours of the Jones and Mego show from 2/28/2024
Caleb Williams at 1 leaves uncertainty at pick 3 for the Patriots
February 28, 2024 23:25 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBHour 4 - during the last hour of the Jones and Mego show they begin by giving their Austin Powers NFL 2024 QB draft comparison. The second movie is by far the best, so they reluctantly award Caleb Williams the honor of The Spy who Shagged Me. Jones claims that Mego and Arcand are slowly realizing Drake Maye may not be their guy, he thinks Maye should go number one. Also, Megsplaining: cosmetic leg lengthening surgery, and locks of the night on Bet Roulette!