Grind Hours Podcast

Joe is joined by his old WICR radio partner Chris Lynch to recap a wild Father's Day at the US Open, a quick overview of the NBA Finals, whether the Red Sox will have a bullpen in time to compete in the postseason, & SO much more! 

Joe starts the podcast joined by his former radio partner Austin Santiago to discuss the historical aspect of the Warriors 4th ring. Then, Dayton Brown joins to continue to discuss the finals and where Steph Curry falls next to LeBron (23:16). Finally, Cousin John joins the show to talk how great the Yankees start continues to be (41:39). 

Joe is joined by Gil Benhamou and Nick Romeo of the "Four Horseman of Fantasy" podcast to discuss how the Celtics force a Game 7, what Golden State needs to end the finals in Game 6, and a whole lot of Jayson Tatum talk (2:14). Then, Joe is joined by his old WBCR friend and co-host of "The Playcall" podcast, Jose Rohdin, to talk Game 6 coaching, Jayson Tatum comparisons, and what we are rooting for during Game 6 (26:04). Joe ends the podcast talking about a crazy double-header in St. Louis (45:14), and SO much more! 

Joe goes solo today starting talking about the Warriors taking a commanding 3-2 series lead after Game 5 (2:13). Then, Joe flips over to Boston and talks about the magic formula for the Celtics to stay alive in the Finals (22:05). Finally, he ends the show with a few baseball observations from a light night on the schedule (40:50), and SO much more!

Joe is joined by his former radio partner Chris Lynch to discuss Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Jaylen Brown's ascension to superstardom, the Cape Cod League, and more (1:55)! Then, Joe wraps up the podcast with his thoughts on the end of the New York Rangers season (27:12).  Listen to Chris' latest episode of the Cap League Roundup: https://open.spotify.com/episode/71yewS0tfa3fgxb1jfDpVW?si=5db709e5248044dc

Joe is joined by his former radio partner on WBCR, Austin Santiago, to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Draymond Green's impact on the series, and "Game 6 Klay" (2:14). Then, Nick Paradies of The Bad Ideas joins the show to talk about his new daily routine, a historical comp for this Boston Celtics team, and a bad Stephen A take (21:55). Joe finishes up the podcast talking about the first day of the LIV Golf Tour, Oklahoma's back to back College Softball World Series wins, and who he is keeping his eye on for the rest of the College Baseball World Series (41:38), and SO much more!

Join is joined by the other members of the "JNG Show" and half of the "Four Horseman of Fantasy" Podcast, Gil Benhamou and Nick Romeo, as they discuss Boston responding in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, a bad night offensively for Golden State, and how the Warriors should respond in Game 4 (1:57). Then, Gil and Nick stay on the show to preview Game 4 of the Finals, revisit the pre-finals advanced analytics, and pick the best First Take storyline after Boston takes a 2-1 series lead (22:39). Finally, Joe is joined by Cousin John to go over the new LIV Golf Tour, a tiny Yankee nugget, and give the first MLB All-Star Ballot of the year (41:59).  

Joe is joined by Co-host of the "Playcall Podcast" Jose Rohdin to discuss adjustments and x-factors for the Celtics and Warriors before Game Three of the NBA Finals tonight (2:00). Then, Joe talks about what the New York Mets should do following two key injuries and who needs to step up (25:44). Finally, Joe gives his thoughts on the recent managerial firings in baseball (39:35). 

Joe is joined by his former radio partner Chris Lynch to discuss how the Boston Celtics adjustments for Game 3 of the Finals, the worst part of rooting against Golden State, a Red Sox rival, and New England Geography (2:16). Then Joe goes over Rafael Nadal's 22nd Major win, Rangers-Lightning Eastern Final Game Four, Aaron Donald's extension, and Russell Westbrook (28:55). Finally, Joe gives his opinion on the 24th accuser against Deshaun Watson and his Top 5 Most Watch At-Bats a third of the way through the MLB season (42:27). 

Joe is joined by his former WBCR partner Austin Santiago to go over everything Game 1 of the Finals. 

Joe is joined by Carl Coulanges of the Sports Hit List to discuss how Carl's Celtics match-up in the NBA Finals, the luck of the Irish, and the X-Factor to Boston winning another championship (2:16). Then, Nick Williams of "The Playcall" podcast joins to discuss the Warriors path to the next basketball dynasty, Otto Porter, and get Nick's prediction for the Finals (23:29). Finally, Joe discusses Josh Donaldson's situation with the Yankees, his plan to fix it, and Nestor Cortes' Cy Young candidacy (42:07).  

Joe starts off the show by bringing in Cousin John to talk about the Yankees hot start, Aaron Hicks and Joey Gallo, as well as Aaron Judge's incredible start to the season. Then, Joe is joined by "Children's Programming" co-host Nick Paradies as they look at the Jets and Steelers schedules and predict their records (27:11)

Even though this is a small gesture to a gigantic problem in this country, I'm trying to do my part.  For more information on the nonprofits Joe names in this episode visit:  https://momsdemandaction.org/ https://www.bradyunited.org/ https://www.everytown.org/ https://www.newtownactionalliance.org/ https://www.csgv.org/

Joe is joined by his former radio partner at WBCR Austin Santiago to discuss the Mavericks falling flat in Game One, poor defense in the playoffs, and the continued success of Golden State (1:30). Then Joe discusses his opinion on the Yankee fan base and two struggling Yankees (23:45). Finally, Joe goes over the recent NIL news pertaining to the college sport landscape (37:48). 

Joe is joined by the host and creator of the "7 Minute Stories" Podcast Aaron Calafato to go over the 7-minute story they worked on together, the most recent Cavalier season, the Cleveland baseball name change, and SO much more (2:13). Then, Joe talks about watching Rangers Overtime loss to Carolina with his dad and his opinion on the Yankees winning nine straight series (37:36). Finally, Joe gives his take on the five players you must stop and watch when the come to the plate in baseball (54:42).

Joe is joined by the co-host of the "Children's Programming" podcast and long-time guest Nick Paradies to discuss the Xander Bogaerts situation in Boston, a possible rebuild, and if the Red Sox can turn it around (2:08). Then Joe talks about his first impressions of Chicago, a night out at Wrigley Field, and the legendary Cubby Bear bar (21:32). Finally, Joe wraps the podcast up by going over the NBA Draft Lottery (33:17). 

Joe is joined by "The Playcall" Podcast co-host and his former WBCR alum, Nick Williams, to go over the Mavericks dismantling of the Suns, how they match-up against Golden State, and if Luka will be the best player in the series (2:11). Then, Carl Coulanges of the Sports Hit List comes on to talk how the Celtics match-up against Miami, Boston's "revenge tour," Jimmy Butler's superstar status, and more(. Finally, Cousin John joins to discuss how him and Joe are feeling about the Yankees season thus far, how this season feels different than others, and Elmer's glue? (41:48) 

Joe is joined by his former WICR partner Chris Lynch to discuss the Bucks-Celtics game seven, his thoughts on Jayson Tatum, the X-factors for the Eastern Conference Finals, and how his Red Sox's get the season together (2:16). Then, Jose Rohdin of "The Playcall" podcast joins the show to talk about the Suns epic collapse in their Game Seven against the Mavs, CP3's legacy, Luka's arrival, and how Phoenix gets back to title contention (30:49). Joe ends the show by giving his best teams in Major League Baseball and his thoughts on the New York Rangers moving on in the Stanley Cup Playoffs (48:25).   

Joe is joined by The Sports Hit List's Carl Coulanges to discuss how his Celtics match-up against the defending champion Bucks, Philly-Miami, and his hatred of Nets fans (1:53). Then Gil Benhamou joins to give his take the Warriors handling Ja Morant, coaching, and Phoenix's chances to win the title (25:36). Finally, Joe's dad comes on to talk about the Kentucky Derby and go over the Bob Baffert situation, value horses, their picks to win (43:30). BIG announcement at the end of the show so tune in for that!    

Joe is joined by the founding members of the Play by Play Network: Nick Paradies, John Maniscalco, and Tim Haines as they discuss the Yankees hot start (2:18), Trevor Story's start with the Boston Red Sox (22:10), whether the Cleveland Guardians can be a surprise team the rest of the season (42:37), SOME NFL Draft sprinkled in, and much more!