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RUNDOWN Episode 344 of Mitch Unfiltered opens with a humorous lament over the nonexistence of a 344 area code and quickly shifts into cultural reflection—from Morgan Wallen’s massive Seattle shows to a heartfelt tribute to late jazz musician Chuck Mangione. Mitch and Hotshot Scott marvel at Ichiro Suzuki’s eloquent, humorous, and emotional Hall of Fame speech, calling it mesmerizing and long overdue. Mitch and Hotshot dig into the Mariners’ playoff hopes and trade deadline calculus. They debate the potential impact of acquiring Gino Suarez—Seattle fan favorite and current...
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RUNDOWN Here's a wild behind-the-scenes story involving the viral CEO from the Coldplay concert — did Mitch actually reached out? Mitch and Hotshot slide into Ottawa trivia, highlighting hometown music legends like Alanis Morissette and songwriter Paul Anka. Mitch and Hotshot Scott recap the Mariners’ gut-punch loss on Sunday after taking the first two games from Houston, focusing on a costly JP Crawford error that flipped momentum in an 11-3 collapse. Despite the disappointment, the M’s remain in playoff position heading into a daunting series with the red-hot Brewers and their...
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RUNDOWN Music history in honor of Tommy Mottola’s July 14 birthday—Mitch details how Mottola signed Hall & Oates and running through each of their six No. 1 hits. The “audio clip of the week” spotlights former Cubs manager Lee Elia’s legendary profanity-laden tirade at Wrigley Field after a 5–14 start in 1983. Mitch and Hotshot celebrate Seattle’s sweep of first-place Detroit and reviewing the Mariners’ 51–45 first-half record, good enough for a wild-card spot if the season ended today. Mitch explains why he’s optimistic—his rotation is poised to string...
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RUNDOWN Mitch Levy and guest co-host Danny O'Neil react to Julio Rodríguez’s surprising All-Star selection and question whether he belongs among baseball’s elite. The duo debates the greatest individual season by a Seattle athlete over the past 30 years, considering iconic performances by Ichiro, Ken Griffey Jr., Randy Johnson, and Shaun Alexander. They factor in stats, MVP honors, cultural impact, and surprise value. Jason D. Hamilton joins the show to share his experience walking 72 holes in a single day at the Bandon Dunes Summer Solstice event. He recounts the physical toll,...
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RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot Scott kick off Episode 340 with an emotional twist — Hotshot is moving from Snoqualmie to Sammamish, leaving behind years of memories, including the house where his daughter was raised. The two reflect on the sentimentality of leaving home and Scott’s surprising inability to cry… except maybe after a World Series loss. The conversation pivots to the 340 area code — the U.S. Virgin Islands — leading to a trivia-filled celebration of Kelsey Grammer, Tim Duncan, Sugar Ray Seales, and Dave Matthews. Mitch connects the dots between obscure sports facts and...
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RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot open Episode 339 by revisiting one of Seattle sports fans’ oldest wounds — the Sonics' departure — while Oklahoma City dances in the NBA Finals. That leads to a spirited deep dive into Boston’s music history, with Hotshot tested on everything from Aerosmith to New Edition. Mitch drops a classic Sonics tale: the time he painted his face in silent protest on a live Sonics pay-per-view broadcast. Pete Carroll makes a podcast appearance — not here, but on Get Got with Marshawn Lynch and Michael Robinson — and throws light shade at Earl Thomas while...
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RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot kick off Episode 338 with a chaotic Father’s Day recap involving mini-golf madness, stroller gridlock, and a player with a walker clogging the first tee. Hotshot goes MIA for eight hours and doesn’t even play. Mitch follows with two public floggings: one for crediting “The Twist” to Fats Domino, the other for dusting off a 2013 John Olerud story like it was breaking news. His fastball? Missing. Hotshot? Happy to point that out. Dave Grosby returns to talk about his health battles, a rough ketamine treatment, and the overlooked value of opioids for pain relief....
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RUNDOWN Mitch kicks off Episode 337 with a deceptively tough trivia question about Louisiana’s top-selling music artist—hint: it’s not the one you’d expect. That sets the tone for a packed show that includes a heated Mariners No-Table debate over Randy Johnson’s Mariners legacy and whether Seattle ever truly embraced one of the game’s greats. Mariners No-Table, with Joe Doyle (Future Stars Series) and Brady Farkas (MLB analyst & podcaster) tackle the club’s shaky offense, trade deadline outlook, and whether the front office is bold enough to make a real playoff push....
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RUNDOWN Episode 336 opens with Mitch and Hotshot back in full form, celebrating the triumphant return of the area code gimmick — this time, 336, home to Greensboro, North Carolina. Mitch dives into the city’s hidden gems and famous natives, from Counting Crows bassist Millard Powers to NBA legend Bob McAdoo and Tecmo-Bowl hero Haywood Jeffires. Along the way, we get Billy Crash Craddock trivia, a “plug it in” moment, and a savage grocery store showdown involving a rogue bagger and a flustered Mitch. Emmy-winning filmmaker Rebecca Gitlitz joins the show to discuss her explosive...
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RUNDOWN Episode 335 opens with a classic Mitch-and-Hotshot cold open built around a unique problem: there’s no area code 335. But that doesn't stop Mitch from spinning it into a musical deep dive centered on the new Eddie Vedder Cup, the tongue-in-cheek prize for the Mariners–Padres rivalry. The two riff on San Diego’s surprisingly rich musical heritage — from Blink-182 and Stone Temple Pilots to Iron Butterfly and Heart — as Mitch tries to reel in Hotshot with rock trivia and storytelling. Then it's a packed slate of sports. Mitch breaks down the Mariners’ stunning...
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Lets start with some trivia about college basketball. Also, did you hear the one about Ricky Henderson's reluctance to sign autographs? Mitch and Hotshot dissect the Seahawks' heartbreaking 27-24 loss to the Vikings, a game defined by defensive miscommunication that allowed Justin Jefferson an easy game-winning touchdown.
Mitch reconnects with Steve Phillips, former Mets GM and MLB analyst, for a lively discussion on baseball and more. They reminisce about Ricky Henderson, highlighting his quirks, legendary career, and unique personality, following news of his passing. Phillips also delves into Juan Soto's record-breaking contract with the Mets, examining its implications for baseball and New York's heated team rivalry.
More discussion on the Seattle Seahawks' narrow 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings with Seahawks No-Table. Jacson Bevens attributes the loss to critical penalties in high-leverage moments, emphasizing their impact over assigning blame solely to the offense or defense. Brady Henderson highlights unforced errors, including an offside penalty by Trey Brown and a costly face mask penalty, as key contributors to the defeat.
What a lackluster opening weekend of the college football playoffs. Blowouts in all four games! Rick Neuheisel critiques key moments, including poor quarterback performances and uninspired game plans, while discussing the impact of home-field advantage in this year’s playoff format.
GUESTS
• Steve Phillips | Former Mets GM & Sirius/XM, MLB Network Analyst
• Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts)
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst
TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:07 | Stump The Band
8:33 | Mitch announces; BEAT THE BOYS password
9:21 | Clip of the Week: Harold Reynolds on Ricky Henderson
11:17 | Ricky doesn't sign autographs
16:07 | Seahawks' heartbreaking 27-24 loss to the Vikings
26:32 | GUEST: Steve Phillips - Former Mets GM & Sirius/XM, MLB Network Analyst - reflects on the life & legendary baseball career of Rickey Henderson with funny stories about signing him to join the Mets. Plus, Steve discusses Juan Soto, Roki Sasaki (Mariners' chances) and if Jerry Dipoto should trade 1 of his star pitchers this offseason.
51:12 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) - Seahawks stumble in penalty-packed heartbreak: No-Table tackles the costly mistakes behind the Vikings' edge.
1:19:21 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel (CBS College Analyst) College football playoff fizzles: Neuheisel dissects blowouts, QB struggles, and home-field edge in a dull debut weekend.
1:40:57 | The Other Stuff Segment: College football playoffs, Michael Penix's NFL debut, Washington State football transfers, Michael Vick's coaching position, Nina Thomas' legal issues, Cam Newton's strip club comments, RIP: Ricky Henderson; Mitch and Hotshot's Christmas plans, humorous headlines.