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Unleashed

90 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 91 ratings

From the King of Sports Books comes the new King of Sports Podcasts. Hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara come together to bring you interesting interviews from around the world of sports, sports betting, entertainment, and lifestyle. Unleashed, presented by BetMGM, features stories for everyone whether you're a sneakerhead, foodie, reality-tv junkie, or a sports bettor. Plus, hear from some of the greatest athletes to grace the stages of the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, NCAA, and more.

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Super Bowl Roundup with Kevin Harlan

February 16, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 83.2 MB

On this episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, hosts Oliva Harlan-Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by one of the most iconic voices in sports, he’s a two-time National Sportscaster of the Year winner and Olivia’s dad, it’s Kevin Harlan. Last weekend he called the Super Bowl on Sunday for Westwood One radio, and this week he joined Olivia and Jerry to talk about some of his favorite highlights from the weekend, what it was like calling the big game as it unfolded, and they even to...

Super Bowl Week with Jay Glazer

February 09, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MB

On this episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, hosts Oliva Harlan-Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by Fox Sports NFL Insider and football guru, Jay Glazer, for a very special episode. It’s Super Bowl week! Jay joins Olivia and Jerry to talk about his week leading up to the Super Bowl, what he expects for the post-season finale, and they even cover some of the latest stories outside Sunday’s big game. Later on, you’ll get to hear from our betting analyst Peter Andreu to get his th...

Better Betting with Brad Evans

February 02, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MB

On this episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, hosts Oliva Harlan-Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by the Executive Producer of Gaming Content for Bally Sports and host of Live On The Line, Brad Evans. Whether you follow him for his betting advice or listen to his show, Brad is consistently providing some of the best betting insights out there. He joins Olivia and Jerry to share some of those wagering tips, discuss his thoughts on different props for the upcoming Super Bowl, and ...

Championship Sunday with Gregg Rosenthal

January 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MB

On this episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, hosts Oliva Harlan-Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by NFL Analyst and Around The NFL podcast Co-Host, Gregg Rosenthal. With the football season drawing to a close, it's that time of the year again- championship Sunday is almost upon us! Gregg is here to preview this weekend’s big games and chat with Oliva and Jerry about who he thinks has a real shot at making the Super Bowl. Afterward, you’ll get a chance to hear from betting analy...

Playoff Pandamonium with Andrew Brandt

January 19, 2023 14:05 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

This time on Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, Oliva and Jerry are sitting down with former Green Bay Packers Executive, Professor of Law, and one of the top sports media insiders in the industry, Andrew Brandt! Also a Writer for SportsIllustrated.com, Andrew joins Olivia and Jerry to take a deep dive into the NFL playoffs. Hear first hand from one of the best exactly how this post-season is stacking up and who he sees as coming out on top with the Lombardi trophy. Not to mention, they to...

The King of NFL Sportswriters with Peter King

January 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MB

On this episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, Oliva and Jerry are joined by the man behind one of the most popular NFL column “Football Morning in America,” he’s an outstanding writer and NFL Insider, the ‘King’ of NFL Writers, Peter King! Now at NBC, you might have first read Peter during his 29 years at Sports Illustrated and writing the internet’s most popular NFL column “Monday Morning Quarterback,” not to mention he is also the author of 5 NFL books. He joins Olivia and Jerry ...

Previewing The 2023 National Championship with Pat Forde

January 06, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, host Olivia Harlan Dekker is flying solo and is speaking with Sports Illustrated’s own Pat Forde. Pat joins Olivia to gear up for and preview Monday Night’s big National College Championship Game between the #3 ranked TCU Horned Frogs and the #1 ranked Georgia Bulldogs. This will be a game for the ages and together the duo take a closer look at what both these teams have to offer on gameday. So press play and ...

End Of The Year Special

December 29, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 57 MB

It’s time for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. But this week is a special episode, it’s the end of 2022! Hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara take some time to look back throughout the year and reminisce about some of their favorite sporting and Unleashed moments of 2022. Not to mention, they also talk about some of the biggest games left this year, specifically who they think will win the college football playoff semi finals on New Year’s Eve. So join us for a...

From Buffalo To Seattle with Fred Jackson

December 22, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by Buffalo Bills and NFL legend, former Running Back Fred Jackson. An athlete with an impressive resume, Fred holds the record for achieving the third most rushing yards in Buffalo Bills history, not to mention was the first player in NFL history to compile both 1,000 yards rushing and performing kick returns in the same season. They even touch on how Fre...

Inside Fantasy Football with Matthew Berry

December 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

It’s time for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are getting the fantasy football lowdown with writer, columnist, and fantasy sports analyst, Matthew Berry. Matthew primarily serves as a fantasy football analyst for NBC’s Football Night in America, and hosts the Peacock studio shows Fantasy Football Happy Hour and Fantasy Football Pregame. He joins Jerry and Olivia to discuss his career, the world of Fantasy Footbal...

A GM’s Perspective with Michael Lombardi

December 08, 2022 05:04 - 1 hour - 68.8 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, this week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are sitting down with a former NFL General Manager who has three Super Bowl rings, Michael Lombardi.  Michael sits down with Jerry and Olivia to talk about his time in the NFL as a GM, his thoughts on the latest headlines throughout the league, and whether or not he thinks Tom Brady will find his way back to New England.  Later, we get to hear from our sports bettin...

The Life and Myth of Bo Jackson with Jeff Pearlman

December 01, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, this week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are sitting down with legendary sports writer, Jeff Pearlman. From the ‘86 Mets to the 90’s Cowboys,  Walter Peyton to Barry Bonds, he’s written some of the best sports books ever, and his latest- The Last Folk Hero: The Life and Myth of Bo Jackson, was just added to his long list of best sellers! He joins Jerry and Olivia to discuss his career as a sports writer, w...

Football and Turkey Day with Ahmad Bradshaw

November 24, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

It’s time for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM, and it is Thanksgiving! This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are speaking with a true legend of the game of football, a former New York Giant who put up two different 1,000 yard rushing seasons, as well as was a part of two SuperBowl winning teams, it’s Ahmad Bradshaw! He joins Jerry and Olivia to chat about his time in New York, what it was like taking the field for the big Thanksgiving Day game, and hi...

Gearing Up For The World Cup with Tim Howard

November 17, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

It’s time for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are speaking with a true United States soccer legend, none other than former men’s goalkeeper, The Secretary of Defense, Tim Howard! He is the last man to play goalkeeper for the US Men’s National Team in a World Cup, and has the most caps and the most wins of any goalkeeper in US Men's history. He joins Jerry to give him the lowdown on his thoughts for the upcoming 2...

Getting In The Octagon with Ariel Helwani

November 10, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MB

It’s time for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are speaking with a man who has been covering mixed martial arts professionally since 2006, Sports Journalist Ariel Helwani. He is the reigning World MMA Journalist of the Year Award winner and hosts The MMA Hour, so it’s safe to say he knows a thing or two about fighting. Together, the trio discuss his work covering the sport, his thoughts on the current state of UFC...

Sports Fandom with Max Greenfield

November 03, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MB

Welcome back for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. On this episode Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by Actor and Hollywood star Max Greenfield. A versatile performer who can do it all, you’ve likely seen Max in some of your favorite shows and movies, which include The Neighborhood, New Girl, Promising Young Woman, and Shot Caller. Max sits down with Olivia and Jerry to talk about his passion for sports, growing up in New York, being an actor, and some o...

Breaking Records In Buffalo with Andre Reed

October 27, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MB

Welcome back for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. On this episode Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by a very exciting guest, Pro-Football Hall Of Famer, Andre Reed. One of the best to ever do it at wide receiver, he holds nearly every Buffalo Bills receiving record, playing in 7 straight Pro-Bowls and helping the Bills win a record 4 straight AFC Championships. Andre joins Olivia and Jerry to talk all things football. Hear his thoughts on why OBJ shoul...

The Big Ticket with Kevin Garnett

October 20, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 76 MB

Welcome back for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. On this episode Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by a very special guest, NBA Champion, MVP, 15-time All Star, and Hall of Famer, Kevin Garnett. That’s right, Olivia and Jerry are speaking with The Big Ticket himself, KG. Together with our hosts, Kevin shares some stories from his days on the court including what Kobe Bryant had to say about his signing with The Celtics, whether or not Doc Rivers hid mo...

NBA Preview with Zach Harper

October 13, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

It’s time for another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. On this episode Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are talking to Staff Writer for The Athletic, Zach Harper. The NBA season is right around the corner and our hosts are joined by Zach to run their own fast break to get you ready for what to expect this season. You’ll get some of the best insight into how your favorite team is looking and where they stack up when it comes to the playoffs. This episode is for all the ba...

Throwing Strikes with R.A. Dickey

October 06, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are speaking with former MLB Pitcher, the Knuckleball Ace, and CY Young winner, R.A. Dickey. Pitching back to back 1-hitters while he was with the New York Mets, he recorded 120 career wins and was one of the most dominant pitchers in recent baseball history. Today, he joins Olivia and Jerry to discuss his incredible career, the MLB postseason, and race to the Wor...

Pairing Gameday and Wine with Will Blackmon

September 29, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MB

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by former NFL Safety and return specialist, Will Blackmon! He’s a Super Bowl champion who not only played with Eli Manning but also intercepted him. Listen as the trio discuss his football career, the current NFL season, as well as swap a little knowledge on some of his favorite wines. Plus later, hear from BetMGM’s betting expert, Peter Andreu, who giv...

Comebacks, Bad Beats, & Player Props with Brad Evans

September 22, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara speak with the Executive Producer of Gaming Content at Bally Sports and the co-host of BetMGM’s Live On The Line, Brad Evans.  Brad is always full of energy and insight when it comes to sports betting and he joins Olivia and Jerry to bring you some much needed insight into the NFL season and how you can make the most of your bets. Plus, hear from BetMGM’s betting expert, P...

Becoming Unbreakable with Jay Glazer

September 15, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara cover what unfolded during week 1 of the NFL with Fox Sports NFL Insider, Jay Glazer. Jay shares what it has been like breaking some of the biggest scandals in football and breaks down the QB situation in Pittsburgh and San Francisco, as well as discussing why more men should be talking about mental health. Plus, hear from BetMGM’s Betting Expert, Peter Andreu, on w...

Week 1 of the NFL with Ian Rapoport

September 08, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara take a dive into week 1 of the NFL with a man who knows more about the league than anyone else, NFL Network Insider, Ian Rapoport. Ian joins Olivia and Jerry to give them the scoop on the rollercoaster off-season, the latest news from around the league and what to expect for the upcoming weekend of football. Later you’ll hear from BetMGM’s Betting Expert, Peter Andr...

Back on Campus with Pat Forde

September 01, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are talking with Award Winning-Journalist Pat Forde! He's covered college sports for over three decades and is a Sports Illustrated Senior Writer. He sits down with Olivia and Jerry to discuss the upcoming college football season and share some insights into the world of college sports, from paying athletes to his picks for the winners of each of the Power Five conf...

Looking Ahead to the 2022 NFL Season with Andrew Brandt

August 25, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are talking about all things NFL with someone who has seen it all. Joining the duo is Sports Illustrated writer, former Green Bay Packers Executive, and NFL Business Analyst, Andrew Brandt. He joins Olivia and Jerry to let them pick his brain about the upcoming football season and all the latest rumors flying around the league. Later, hear from BetMGM’s Betting Expe...

From the Field to the Ring with Le’Veon Bell

August 18, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 79.5 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. This week, hosts Olivia Harlan Dekker and Jerry Ferrara are joined by former NFL All-Pro Le’Veon Bell. Le’Veon hasn’t slowed down since leaving the league though. He’s now rapping and even making his boxing debut against another well known NFL great, Adrian Peterson. Together, the trio discuss his time playing with some of the greatest QB’s of all-time, and what he meant by saying he wished he had a time machine to go ba...

Football Is Back And So Are We!

August 11, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

Welcome to a new season of Unleashed, brought to you by BetMGM. We’re back just in time for the kick off of the new NFL season. It's been 3 months since our last episode and host, Olivia Harlan Dekker, is joined by her exciting new co-host. He's an actor, producer and even once drilled a 3-point shot in the NBA Celebrity All-Star game, a man of many talents, Jerry Ferrara! Together the duo kick off the new season with an NFL season preview covering news from around the league, a detailed loo...

Adam Levitan Deciphers the Draft

May 05, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

Adam Levitan, co-founder of Establish the Run, joins the show today to talk about the draft, fantasy football, and how they come together to affect your bets! Hear what every scout got wrong about Malik Willis, if this is a wide receiver league now, Offensive and Defensive Rookie Of the Year predictions, and who won the draft, and who lost. Plus, hear Yannis and Olivia Unleash on how Twitter affected the draft, Draymond Green’s flagrant foul. And get your bets right with this week’s Lion’s L...

Connor Rogers talks Draft Predictions and Behind the Scenes

April 28, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

On today’s show, we’re joined by Connor Rogers of Bleacher Report and Pro Football Focus to talk big predictions for the draft, why everyone’s mock drafts are probably wrong, the fate of Yannis’ teams, Malik Willis, Deebo Samuel, Baker Mayfield and more! Plus Olivia and Yannis unleash on Mike Tyson’s airplane ordeal and The Nets. Plus hear the Bad Beat of the week and the best places to put your money in the Lion’s Lock.  Follow Us Twitter @BetMGM Facebook @BetMGM Instagram @BetMGM Pres...

Mike Renner Talks NFL Draft Day Preview

April 21, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MB

When it comes to NFL Draft Analysts, there's only one person you should listen to. On this week’s episode of Unleashed, Yannis and Olivia are joined by Mike Renner from Pro Football Focus. Mike is here to discuss all things related to the upcoming NFL draft next week and give us some insight into what prospects he thinks are going where. Along with his own mock-draft, Mike shares his thoughts on his top picks, some of the potential moves big names could make during the offseason and so much ...

A.J. Andrews talks Baseball, Betting, and Being Fearless

April 14, 2022 04:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

This week on a new episode of Unleashed, Oliva and Yannis are joined by a very exciting guest, a professional softball player who became the first woman to ever win a Rawlings Gold Glove and BetMGM family member, A.J. Andrews! A.J. is here to talk about all things baseball and softball, and even pass on a few tips to help you win some money too. Listen as A.J. discusses her transition from softball to training with the United States Olympic Skeleton team too. Later, you’ll hear from BetMGM’s...

Luke Donald Talks Tiger, Greeks, and The Masters

April 07, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

The Masters are on the horizon! So this week on a new episode of Unleashed, Oliva and Yannis sit down with someone who's played there, and knows a thing or two about golf. He’s won on the PGA tour and was also a member of Four Victorious European Ryder Cup Teams, Luke Donald! Get some behind the scenes insight about the Masters from someone who has actually participated and learn about why the tournament is a tradition unlike any other. Later, hear from BetMGM’s Peter Andreu as he brings the...

Clark Kellogg Talks College Ball and Broadcasting

March 31, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB

On this week’s episode of Unleashed, Oliva and Yannis speak to former Ohio State Buckeye, NBA player, and current college basketball analyst for CBS of almost 30 years, Clark Kellogg! If you’ve been glued to the TV for March Madness, then you’ve been watching him all tournament long. Clark is here to discuss the madness of the tournament and take a deep dive into the Final Four ahead. Learn about what it's like working behind the scenes and what Coach K has learned through his three decades ...

Josiah Johnson Talks Going Viral and March Madness

March 24, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

This week on another episode of Unleashed, Oliva and Yannis talk with the King of NBA Twitter, and UCLA alumni, Josiah Johnson! Josiah is here to talk all about how the NCAA tournament is unfolding and his thoughts on all the action so far. But the action doesn’t stop there. Together the trio chat about news from the NBA and how teams are looking this far into the season. Plus, get some first hand insight into what it's like going viral and how it feels when LeBron James is retweeting you. T...

Mark Titus Talks Brackets and Basketball

March 17, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

On this week’s episode of Unleashed, Oliva and Yannis speak with Ohio State University basketball legend and Co-Host of the Titus and Tate Podcast from Fox Sports, Mark Titus! Mark is here to talk about all things March Madness. Together the trio discuss bracket picks, which school’s have a real shot this year and which regions hold the most potential for the unexpected during the tournament. Later, hear about some of the current stories from around the NFL including Tom Brady’s un-retiremen...

Gregg Rosenthal Talks NFL and Off-Season Moves

March 10, 2022 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

This week on Unleashed, Oliva and Yannis are joined by NFL Network Analyst and host of the ‘Around The NFL’ podcast, Gregg Rosenthal. For Gregg, football is 365 days a year, 24/7. It’s a way of life. Gregg sits down to chat about some of the latest news around the NFL. Did you hear about Aaron Rodgers’ new contract? Is Russell leaving Seattle? This NFL off-season is heating up! Together, the trio also get the latest scoop on the NFL combine and hear Gregg’s thoughts about some of the other q...

Frank Kaminsky Talks Life and Basketball On and Off the Court

March 03, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MB

Remember to register and vote for Unleashed in the Sports Podcast Awards HERE! This week on Unleashed, Olivia and Yannis are joined by top 10 NBA draft pick and member of the Phoenix Suns, Frank Kaminsky! Frank sits down to talk about all things basketball as well as life on and off the court. Hear about his time as a Wisconsin Badger and how he’s been enjoying his time playing for the current best team in the NBA. Together the trio also talks about exciting news from around the league. Plu...

Tate Frazier Loves Giannis and Hates Duke

February 24, 2022 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

Remember to register and vote for Unleashed in the Sports Podcast Awards HERE! Now that football is disappearing in the rearview mirror, we set our sights on Basketball! Listen as we talk about the NBA all-star weekend, the Winter Olympics, and the Michigan-Wisconsin coach-slapping incident! Plus, in preparation for March Madness, we’re joined by certified “bracket-ologist,” Tate Frazier to discuss hating Duke, Bronny James, Aaron Rodgers, NBA MVP picks, and play a game involving unusual br...

Ryan Leaf talks Recovery, Surprises from The Big Game, and Being “Jacked”

February 17, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MB

Remember to register and vote for Unleashed in the Sports Podcast Awards HERE! On today’s episode, former Chargers and Cowboys Quarterback, Ryan Leaf joins to talk about his journey of recovery from addiction and CTE, the biggest surprises he saw in The Big Game, his thoughts on the best rookie QB’s this season, why he stays “jacked,” and even give Olivia some parenting advice. We Unleash on The Big Game. Plus, hear how to quell any post-big game blues with our resident betting expert, BetM...

Terrell Owens Live From Los Angeles

February 10, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MB

The always outrageous and outspoken Terrell Owens joins Olivia and Yannis on our special live show from Los Angeles. Terrell talks about his desire to return to the NFL, his love of candles, Joe Burrow’s sense of style, why OBJ is now flourishing with the Rams, and of course, himself! Plus Terrell throws some shade at Baker Mayfield and some love at Andy Reed. This is an interview you don’t want to miss. Plus he and the whole team talk about their picks for the big game between The Rams and ...

Derrick Brooks And The Greatest Linebacker Of All Time

February 03, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

Hall of Famer and two-time Super Bowl Champion Derrick Brooks joins Olivia and Yannis this week! He talks about his record-breaking 224 consecutive games, Tom Brady’s retirement, his on-field talking, his appreciation for the Cincinnati Bengals, and who he really thinks the greatest linebacker is and where he thinks he falls in that conversation. We “Unleash” this week on Tom Brady’s retirement and how the Chiefs lost the game to Cincinnati. We announce our live show Superbowl Week with spec...

Torrey Smith Knows The Super Bowl Climb

January 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MB

Two Time Super Bowl Champ and former wide receiver for the Eagles, Ravens, 49ers, and Panthers, Torrey Smith joins Olivia and Yannis this week. Not only does he break down the NFL Conference Championship games featuring the Rams, 49ers, Chiefs, and Bangles, but he also talks about his Super Bowl experiences and why he thinks they both mattered so much to him. He also shares the story of the night his brother died and the game that followed, Ray Lewis, what it’s really like to play in the col...

Micheal Lombardi Does Not Like Little Players

January 20, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

Former front office guru for folks like Bill Walsh and Bill Belichick and host of the GM Shuffle Podcast, Micheal Lombardi joins Olivia and Yannis on the show. He shares his amazing insights with the guys on a host of issues including: who he thinks has the stuff to win in the AFC and NFC divisional rounds, where Russel Wilson might land, what the Steelers will do for a QB next season, who will be filling the coaching vacancies, why he doesn’t like short players and who he refers to as “The ...

The Coach Talks WWE, Steroids, and Vince McMahon

January 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

Former WWE personality, Sportscenter host, and betting expert Jonathan “Coach” Coachman joins Olivia and Yannis this week to talk behind the scenes of the WWE and gives his picks for the NFL Wild Card Weekend.  Coach lays out his time with the WWE and what it was really like to work for Vince McMahon. He shares his thoughts on the organization, gets real about how badly he feels the WWE treated him in the end and tells why he will never go back. Coach shares his true stories and his thoughts...

Mina Kimes Talks Playoffs and News Around the NFL

January 06, 2022 05:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

It’s time to ring in the New Year and listen to Unleashed from BetMGM with Olivia Harlan Dekker and Yannis Pappas as they talk with this week’s special guest, NFL Analyst at ESPN, Mina Kimes! This episode is all about the National Football League and together the trio discuss what has been going on around the country and what to expect from the last week of the regular season. Who’s clinched a spot in the playoffs? Who’s still fighting for one? Get an inside scoop into the highs and lows, vi...

The Year In Review Show

December 30, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

This week Yannis Pappas and Olivia Harlan Dekker are joined by their friends from BetMGM Peter Andreu and Micheal Nagle to run down the year's top highlights and lowlights in sports. They will hit their favorite on and off-the-field stories, betting headlines, and favorite memories from the first year of the show. Some of the folks they will be talking about are Jackson Mahomes, Urban Myer, and Simone Biles.  Follow Us Twitter @BetMGM Facebook @BetMGM Instagram @BetMGM Presented by BetM...

Deron Williams Talks About His Fight and The NBA

December 23, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

Fresh off his KO of NFL star Frank Gore, NBA superstar Deron Williams talks about if he has a  future as a fighter, his retirement, and gives his thoughts on this year's NBA talent. The two-time gold medalist and former star of the Utah Jazz also talks about why he thinks LeBron is still the best player in the NBA, shares a Kobe Bryant memory, and gives Yannis some tips for having a daughter. The guys are in the holiday spirit and share their sports “Naughty and Nice list” Plus we find out w...

Comedian Paul Verzi Talks What’s Unacceptable In The NFL

December 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

This week comedian and Co-host of “Anything Better” with Bill Burr, and close friend to Yannis, Paul Verzi joins the show! He talks with Olivia and Yannis about how to choose your New York sports teams, what it’s like when comedians get together, and what he finds unacceptable in the NFL right now. Plus he and Yannis go head to head to find out who knows more about New York sports. Olivia “unleashes” on the NFL and the players that have slipped through the cracks and are having breakout seas...

Kevin Harlan Talks His Favorite NBA Player To Watch

December 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

One of the most iconic voices in sports, and Olivia’s dad, Kevin Harlan joins the show. The voice of the NBA on TNT and The Superbowl on Westwood One shares his thoughts on Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Bill Belicheck and we find out what player he has enjoyed watching the most in his long career as a game announcer. We will also get the lowdown on that voice of his and Yannis asks everything he has ever wanted to know about Olivia including what Kevin thought of Sam Dekker when they first met. ...

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