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Episode 324 - Are Mariners' Fans to Blame?

Mitch Unfiltered

Release Date: 02/24/2025

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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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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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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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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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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   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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RUNDOWN From James Ingram trivia to a Masters rollercoaster and a red-hot Mariners rebound, episode 330 delivers a whirlwind of stories. Mitch and Hotshot Scott open with a nostalgic trip through R&B ballads before diving into Seattle’s miraculous four-game win streak and Rory McIlroy’s chaotic yet historic Masters win. Ken Green offers unfiltered commentary on Augusta drama, followed by a jubilant Mariners No-Table with Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas, who try to stay cautiously optimistic. The Seahawks are back in the headlines as Brady Henderson returns with insight on Drew Lock’s...

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RUNDOWN   From sandwich shop social dilemmas to a masterful golf preview and the Mariners’ ongoing misery, episode 329 hits highs and lows across the sports spectrum. Mitch and Hotshot Scott kick off the episode with a gut-punch Mariners story, a surprising racial etiquette debate, and a nostalgic digression about Jersey Mike’s. The show then shifts into full Masters mode with veteran golf writers Bob Harig and Curt Sampson offering deep insights into Augusta’s mystique, Tiger’s legacy, and why the back nine still delivers magic. The Mariners No-Table returns with Joe Doyle and...

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RUNDOWN   Mitch and Hotshot open Episode 328 with some REO Speedwagon, a Morgan Wallen SNL debacle, and—sadly—no area code trivia. But it’s all prelude to a full-on Mariners therapy session, as Mitch wonders why Gino Suárez and Teoscar Hernández are thriving elsewhere while the M’s bats look like they’re still in spring training. He also recalls a moment in a locker room with George Foreman that changed how he views leadership. First up: it’s the Mariners No-Table with Brady Farkas (SI Now, Refuse to Lose Pod) and Joe Doyle (Over Slot). The crew breaks down the split with...

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RUNDOWN Mitch shares a quick story about Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky turtles still being alive (yes, really), before he and Hotshot Scott spiral into a trivia-packed detour on Pine Bluff, Arkansas’ unlikely sports legacy. There’s also a throwback story about a terrified 22-year-old Mitch interviewing George Foreman after the 1990 Cooney fight—complete with awkward silence, locker room urine tests, and a mic-shaking case of nerves. Brady Henderson joins to break down the Seahawks’ offseason strategy—why Will Fries slipped away, how the Geno and DK trades were influenced by locker...

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More Episodes

RUNDOWN

Hotshot Scott, 'Maui insider,' shares his recent trip to Maui with a mix of humor and raw honesty, detailing how resort life can feel like being nickel-and-dimed even in paradise. His story takes a dramatic turn when a propane grill explosion turns a leisurely beach day into chaos, leaving him and fellow travelers in stunned disbelief. Overall, his candid account blends travel mishaps with local insights to reveal the unexpected costs of a tropical getaway.

Mitch and Hotshot dive into the bittersweet reality of being a Seattle Mariners fan—torn between a love for baseball and frustration with ownership’s status quo.

The Mariners No-Table conversation turns to spring training updates, player recovery progress, and roster battles as the Seattle Mariners prepare for the season. Brady Farkas and Joe Doyle break down key storylines—from Solano’s arrival and prospect evaluations to the potential impact of roster decisions.

Howard Beck delivers an incisive discussion on the potential pitfalls of NBA expansion, exploring how adding new teams might dilute talent and strain team depth. Drawing on decades of NBA coverage and analytical insights, he dissects historical precedents, market dynamics, and the competitive challenges that expansion could introduce.

Jason Churchill breaks down his distinct methodology for evaluating Mariners minor league prospects, contrasting his rankings with those of national sources. He dives into the nuances behind prospects like Emerson, Montez, and Cole Young, discussing their potential roles and the strategic challenges of player development in Seattle's system.

 

GUESTS

Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor)

Howard Beck | Veteran NBA Writer (Los Angeles Daily News, New York Times, Bleacher Report) 

Jason Churchill | Media Personality (Prospect Insider)

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1:34 | Hotshot Scott, Maui Insider, Reveals the Explosive Truth Behind Paradise Resorts

13:06 | Clip of the Week: James Carville goes OFF!

18:36 | Hotshot Scott, Mariners Insider, Breaks Down the Fan Dilemma of Enduring Mediocre Teams and Overpriced Experiences

37:15 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table, Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M’s Editor); Analyzes Mariners Spring Training Developments and Roster Battles

1:02:10 | GUEST: Howard Beck, Veteran NBA Writer; Explores How NBA Expansion Could Dilute Talent and Impact Team Depth

1:26:47 | GUEST: Jason Churchill, Prospect Insider; Unveils a Fresh Take on Mariners’ Minor League Talent Evaluation

1:48:19 | The Other Stuff Segment: Otani's parallel parking fail, Floyd Mayweather bid for Giants stake, Bill Self retirement rumor, MLB-ESPN divorce, Levar Ball foot amputation, Carson Beck and Hannah Cavender car theft, DeAndre Anderson arrest for car theft, BYU upset Wildcats and fan chant controversy, McClung slam dunk contest return possibility, Alex Rodriguez half-court shot at Bucknell, Yankees relax strict appearance policy, Woman arrested for food contamination with urine, Colorado men attempt cannon launch of meth and tobacco into prison, Opossum hospitalized after eating Costco chocolate mousse cake, Saudi Arabia bans alcohol at 2034 World Cup, Chinese zoo sells tiger urine for medicinal purposes, Family spray tanning experience, Duval County, Jacksonville, Florida