Episode 340 - Treading the Wild Card Waters
Mitch Unfiltered
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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Episode 339 - Cal the Magnificent
Mitch Unfiltered
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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Episode 338 - Big Unit. Big Baby?
Mitch Unfiltered
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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Episode 337 - Reunion! Sandmeyer, Stretch & Mitch Together for 1st Time in 20 Years
Mitch Unfiltered
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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Episode 336 – We Haven't Gotten Much Accomplished Here, Have We?
Mitch Unfiltered
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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Episode 335 - San Diego Sweepin', Seahawks Schedulin' & a Scheffler Shellacking
Mitch Unfiltered
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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Episode 334 – Reality or Blip on the Radar?
Mitch Unfiltered
RUNDOWN Episode 334 kicks off with Hotshot Scott and Mitch riffing on state capitals, Montgomery, Alabama, and iconic pop culture from the 334 area code—including Nat King Cole, Captain & Tennille, and Terrence Long’s infamous run-in with Ichiro’s arm. They also share their reactions to the Pope from Chicago and the Mariners' concerning sweep at the hands of the Blue Jays. Is the dream fading, or is it a blip on the radar? The guys break down the offense's struggles, the alarming state of the pitching staff, and what comes next with the Yankees and Padres looming. Mitch and...
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Episode 333 - Who Needs Free Agents?
Mitch Unfiltered
RUNDOWN From meatloaf to meatball headlines, Episode 333 brings threes to the forefront — starting with Mitch’s numerical musical medley celebrating “threes” in song titles. Mitch and Hotshot Scott kick off the show with everything from Tony Orlando trivia to number-related quarterback curses, all before diving into a scorching hot Mariners team and the ongoing chaos surrounding Bill Belichick’s very public relationship. Joe Doyle and Brady Henderson talk Mariners madness — series win streaks, Jorge Polanco’s surge, and the club’s resilience despite major pitching injuries....
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Episode 332 - Milroe, Kam 2.0 & a Touch of Grey
Mitch Unfiltered
RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot Scott open Episode 332 reacting to the cruel Shedeur Sanders prank call, a busy NFL Draft weekend, and the Mariners' hot streak despite Logan Gilbert's injury scare. They also veer into a fun musical trivia game featuring Mariah Carey and Billy Joel. The duo unpacks the Seahawks’ low-flash but strong draft, Hotshot’s dignitary night at T-Mobile Park, and the Mariners’ resilient offense, even without key arms. Former Seahawks lineman Ray Roberts joins to praise Seattle’s 2025 draft class, spotlighting Gray Zabel, Jalen Milroe, and Nick Emmanwori, while...
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Episode 331 – Mariners Gettin' Rowdy
Mitch Unfiltered
Episode 331 – Mariners Gettin' Rowdy RUNDOWN From Easter brawls over Sephora to dueling Survivor vocals, Episode 331 hits the nostalgic highs before hammering down on the Mariners' electric resurgence and the Kraken’s collapse. Mitch and Hotshot cover the rise of Cal Raleigh, the mystery of Julio’s slump, and how Rowdy Tellez suddenly became a cult hero. Golf writer Gabby Herzig joins to share her surreal experience playing Augusta National just hours after covering Rory’s Grand Slam drama. Meanwhile, the Kraken No-Table reveals harsh truths about management, future...
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With Hotshot Scott in Hawaii, Mitch calls in Daniel O’Neill for a “bullpen start,” diving into Mariners nostalgia, gym etiquette, and Luka Dončić’s stunning trade to the Lakers. They debate the evolving definition of selling out, generational shifts in athlete branding, and awkward encounters at the gym.
Former Mariners CF Mike Cameron joins to discuss the surreal experience of being traded for Ken Griffey Jr., stepping into an impossible role, and witnessing Ichiro’s legendary work ethic. He shares inside stories about Ichiro’s hidden power, baserunning genius, and surprising fluency in English while addressing the ongoing struggles of the Mariners' offense.
Director Michael Tolajian previews We Beat the Dream Team, an HBO documentary on the iconic 1992 scrimmage where college players shocked Jordan, Magic, and Bird. He reveals unearthed footage, firsthand accounts, and whether coach Chuck Daly threw the game as a lesson.
Finally, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News breaks down the Mavericks' bombshell Luka Dončić trade, analyzing its ties to Mark Cuban’s ownership sale and the franchise’s long-term strategy. Will this deal revive or derail Luka’s career in L.A.?
GUESTS
• Mike Cameron | Former Mariners CF
• Michael Tolajian | Director, We Beat the Dream Team (HBO)
• Brad Townsend | Reporter, The Dallas Morning News
TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:35 | A bullpen start, gym etiquette, and the Luka bombshell
24:17 | Seattle’s GM Dilemma: Who’s Actually Doing a Good Job?
41:47 | GUEST: Mike Cameron | Former Mariners CF; on filling Griffey’s shoes, Ichiro’s mystique, and Mariners' woes.
1:08:44 | GUEST: Michael Tolajian | Director, We Beat the Dream Team (HBO); the day college kids shocked the Dream Team: HBO’s new doc reveals the truth
1:27:58 | GUEST: Brad Townsend | Reporter, The Dallas Morning News; why did the Mavs trade Luka?
1:51:21 | The Other Stuff Segment: Nirvana and Post Malone performance, SNL 50th anniversary concert, generational views on selling out, actors in commercials, Matthew McConaughey’s influence on celebrity endorsements, Mac McClung’s career beyond the dunk contest, fans ejected for yelling at Mark Cuban, Super Bowl tickets vs. family obligations, Bill Belichick’s young girlfriend, Cooper Flagg’s NIL valuation, Alex Bregman signing with the Red Sox, Aaron Rodgers' distractions as a free agent, Yannick Sinner's doping scandal and lenient suspension, Seahawks' commitment to Geno Smith’s contract demands, Eric Bedard’s tenure with the Mariners.