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 new Netflix documentary, Untold: The Fall of Favre. The interview explores why Jen Sterger’s story is only now being fully heard, the disturbing details of Favre’s alleged role in the Mississippi welfare scandal, and how Gitlitz navigated fairness, fact-checking, and silence from Favre’s camp.

In sports, the guys unpack the Mariners’ frustrating four-game set in Houston. Despite momentum going in, Seattle drops three of four, and Mitch explores why left-handed pitching continues to be their kryptonite. That sets the table for this week’s Mariners No-Table with Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas, where they break down the Astros series, analyze lineup matchups, bullpen handling, and offer a blunt assessment: the M’s need a right-handed bat — badly.

Finally, prospect guru Jason Churchill returns to profile the Mariners’ red-hot farm system. Churchill explains why he wouldn’t trade Seattle’s top 8 prospects for any other organization in baseball. The two dig into Cole Young’s AAA breakout, Juan Soto’s switch-pitching uniqueness, and how Colt Emerson and Harry Ford could fit into Seattle’s long-term plans.

GUESTS

Rebecca Gitlitz | Director, Untold: The Fall of Favre (Netflix)
Joe Doyle | MLB Draft/Prospect Analyst, OverSlot
Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast
Jason Churchill | Founder, Prospect Insider

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mitch revives the area code tradition with a Greensboro deep dive, featuring Counting Crows, Chris Daughtry, and a grocery store diss worthy of a flagrant foul.
21:30 | Mariners lose 3 of 4 in Houston — Mitch highlights the ongoing struggle against left-handed pitching and the lineup shake-ups it forces.
38:52 | Guest: Rebecca Gitlitz – Gitlitz breaks down the Brett Favre doc, Jen Sterger’s unheard truth, the Mississippi welfare scandal, and why no one is a one-dimensional villain.
54:14 | Guest: Mariners' No-Table, Brady Farkas & Joe Doyle – dig into the Astros series fallout, bullpen management, right-handed bat urgency, and potential trade targets. Also: Harry Ford’s value, Kirby’s outing, and bold predictions for the week ahead.
1:15:52 | Guest: Jason Churchill – ranks the Mariners’ top prospects, outlines Cole Young’s readiness, evaluates switch-pitcher Juan Soto, and explains why he’s buying stock in Colt Emerson.
1:45:38 | The Other Stuff Segment – why Hotshot bags groceries like a Safeway veteran, Counting Crows at Marymoor, and a shoutout to the best closer in baseball: Andrés Muñoz.

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 three-game sweep of the Padres, with big contributions from unlikely heroes like Dylan Moore and Rowdy Tellez, and serious praise for the bullpen and manager Dan Wilson. Brady Farkas and Joe Doyle join to analyze Seattle’s weirdly dominant road performances, the emergence of Brian Woo as a potential All-Star and ace, and what to expect with George Kirby’s return.

On the football side, Mitch unpacks the Seahawks’ 2025 schedule, including an unprecedented ESPN+ Monday Night game with a 10 PM ET kickoff. He also dives into the quarterback gauntlet Seattle won’t face — just two of the top 12 QBs from 2024’s passer efficiency ratings.

Chance Miller, AD at Coastal Carolina, discusses a groundbreaking promotion giving free concessions to football attendees — and how it actually boosts revenue. Mariners' No-Table give their scouting analysis on the Mariners’ rotation depth and the likelihood of a Cole Young call-up. Nick Sheridan, Alabama’s co-OC, gives us an inside look at Jalen Milroe — his arm, his speed, and what Seattle fans should expect from their rookie quarterback.

The episode wraps with “The Other Stuff” — from John Madden: The Movie to Scottie Scheffler’s third major win to Brock Purdy’s $265 million payday.

GUESTS

Chance Miller | Athletic Director, Coastal Carolina University

Joe Doyle | MLB Draft/Prospect Analyst, OverSlot

Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast

Nick Sheridan | Co-Offensive Coordinator, Alabama Crimson Tide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mitch can’t find a musical angle for “335,” so he invents one, leading to the Eddie Vedder Cup and a tour of San Diego’s musical icons.

20:13 | Mariners Buzz – Cole Young's hot streak, Rowdy Tellez’s timely swings, Dylan Moore’s clutch factor, and why the team plays so much better on the road.

35:41 | Guest: Chance Miller – Coastal Carolina’s AD breaks down how “Feast for Free” unlimited hot dogs, popcorn, drinks | works financially — and why it's not a gimmick.

55:01 | Guest: Mariners' No-Table, Brady Farkas & Joe Doyle – evaluate Brian Woo's All-Star candidacy, George Kirby’s return, and who stays/goes in the Mariners’ crowded rotation. As well, they analyze Dan Wilson’s bullpen evolution, Julio’s approach at the plate, and why Cole Young might be called up this week.

1:20:07 | Guest: Nick Sheridan – The Alabama OC talks about Jalen Milroe’s NFL potential, work ethic, arm strength, accuracy development, and how Seattle might use him early.

1:38:48 | The Other Stuff Segment – Scheffler wins his third major with his B-game, Madden biopic casts Nicolas Cage, and Brock Purdy goes from Mr. Irrelevant to $53M/year.

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 Jason Puckett debut the crossover show where the guys mix sports, parenting, and old-school radio storytelling with a signature Puck and Mitch touch.

Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas join for the Mariners No-Table to dissect the team's unraveling rotation, Bryce Miller’s mechanical collapse, and whether the offense deserves as much scrutiny. Plus, Out on a Limb returns with no medals—but plenty of shade thrown over last week's predictions.

Finally, the Other Stuff segment where Hotshot and Mitch trade stories of lawsuits, strip clubs, and Derek Carr’s “retirement.” Plus, the bizarre tale of the new Pope, and Hotshot’s classic headlines wrap up the episode.

GUESTS

Jason Puckett | KJR – Crossover Show Debut

Joe Doyle | Over Slot, Washington State’s Own

Brady Farkas | Refuse to Lose Podcast, Sports Illustrated Mariners

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mitch and Hotshot Scott riff on Montgomery, Alabama, the 334 area code, Nat King Cole, and Terrence Long. Plus: the iconic Ichiro throw, and Captain & Tennille pop up in Hotshot’s music lesson.

19:01 | Reactions to the new Pope’s viral White Sox fandom and the Mariners’ ugly sweep at the hands of Toronto. Is this the start of the unraveling? Mitch argues for walking Aaron Judge with the bases loaded.

39:46 | GUEST: Mitch joins Jason Puckett for the debut of their new crossover show. Sports, coaching stories, old-school radio banter, and whether Puck is really enjoying coaching his kids.

1:10:23 | GUEST: Mitch tells his all-time favorite coaching story about a kid named Kengo and relives the chaos of Little League glory days with Puck. Plus: parenting lessons, and should this become a regular segment?

1:29:32 | GUEST: Joe Doyle and Brady Farkas break down the Mariners’ pitching disaster, Bryce Miller’s meltdown, Julio’s quiet improvements, and the brutal road ahead against the Yankees and Padres. Out on a Limb returns—and fails spectacularly.

2:01:58 | Mitch and Hotshot deliver The Other Stuff segment with lawsuits over Shedeur Sanders, Jason Pierre-Paul losing a $400k watch, strip club disputes, and Hotshot’s classic headlines. Plus: RIP Chet Lemon, and is Derek Carr really done?