Zolak & Bertrand

(00:00) Zolak & McKone start the second hour reacting to Mike Sandro’s QB tiers and if they agree/ disagree; Drake Maye ranked low. (10:41) The crew talk about a new book about the Seahawks that discusses the Malcom Butler interception; should the Patriots defense be to blame for being in that position in the first place?  (22:03) The guys react to the news that Grousbeck will no longer stay on as governor of Celtics during the sale.  (29:52) We finish the hour playing This or That!   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & McKone start today's show by talking about Garrett Crochet hitting a potential wall as the Red Sox fall to the Astros last night.  (9:45) The guys discuss the use of IPads in the dugout and how AI would come into play. (21:47) We debate on if Kyle Dugger is fighting for a roster spot. (32:31) The guys finish the hour talking about Drake Maye and if he will be the main factor in the team’s performance this season; discussing his turnover from Friday's game.   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & McKone start the last hour touching on the Patriots roster and taking more calls and reactions on topics from the past hour. (11:02) The guys discuss their takeaways from Friday’s preseason game and take more calls on experiences with sleep paralysis.  (23:58) We finish the day discussing Joe Mazzulla signing an extension with the Celtics; We take final calls and reactions from the show today. (34:46) Today’s Takeaways.   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & McKone start the third hour with more thoughts on today’s This or That of taking a shower only in the morning or at night.  (7:58) The guys take more calls and reactions to This or That. (20:39) The crew goes Around the NFL discussing the news going on with different teams throughout the NFL.  (29:37) The guys finish off the hour talking about Mac Hollins and his comments about sleep paralysis on Instagram; We take calls and reactions to experiences of having the sleep paralysis phenomenon.    This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  (00:00) Zolak & McKone start the second hour reacting to Tom Brady’s speech during the statue ceremony and if it was the last time Brady will be in Foxborough for a while.  (11:13) The crew touches on the Red Sox dropping 2 of 3 to the Padres over the weekend; Reports that opponents are convinced the Red Sox are stealing signs.  (23:14) The guys react to Mariano Rivera tearing his Achilles tendon during the Yankees’ Old Timers’ Day game and having to get surgery.  (32:46) We finish the hour playing This or That!   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & McKone start today's show by talking about the Patriots blowout preseason win against the Commanders and the biggest takeaways from the game. (9:56) The guys discuss Drake Maye’s performance Friday night and his fumble in the 1st quarter; Should we be concerned with two rookies protecting Maye’s blind side? (22:39) We discuss if Kyle Dugger is on the roster bubble and which WR we think is most likely to earn the 6th WR spot.  (32:43) The guys finish the hour discussing our thoughts on the Tom Brady statue.   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) McKone and Alex Barth start the last hour debate on who will be the preseason darling during tonight's Patriots vs Commanders game. (8:43) This week's edition of Barth-tender where Alex Barth takes over the show in place of Zo. (22:20) We finish the day with calls and reactions to everything. (35:17) Today’s Takeaways.   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) McKone and Alex Barth start the third hour with going around the NFL discussing news and debating starters.  (14:58) The guys discuss the 2024 quarterback draft class.  (23:04) The guys finish off the hour talking about the Tom Brady statue that is being unveiled tonight and what pose it would be.   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) McKone and Alex Barth start the second hour with breaking news; Joe Mazzulla signs a multi-year extension with the Celtics.  (10:36) The crew reacts to a new report that opponents believe the Red Sox are stealing signs.  (22:01) The guys talk more about the Roman Anthony deal. (30:34) We finish the hour playing This or That!   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Tim McKone & Alex Barth start today's show by talking about the expectations of the Patriots ahead of this first preseason game against the Commanders.  (13:17) Barth Bites- What is Alex Barth watching for tonight?   (24:20) We discuss the 3 keys to success for the Patriots this season. (35:18) The guys finish the hour discussing which Patriots wide receivers are going to make the team. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour taking more calls from the past hour discussing if the NFL should get rid of preseason football. (9:02) The guys discuss Craig Breslow and his responsibility in trade decisions; Carrabis says he is no longer for this job with the Red Sox.  (16:44) We finish the hour discussing how much of an influence John Henry had in getting the Roman Anthony deal done.  (24:50) We interview Revolution Head Coach Caleb Porter and discuss the importance of the team’s fanbase and their upcoming game.    This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour discussing the Patriots upcoming preseason game and Mike Vrabel saying everyone who is healthy should expect to play; The guys debate if Drake Maye should risk playing or not.  (9:28) The crew discusses the conversation of Drake Maye vs. Jayden Daniels after the two went head-to-head at practice on Wednesday.  (21:36) The guys finish the hour discussing more on the Patriots and the upcoming ceremony for the Tom Brady statue. (34:18) We finish the hour playing This or That!   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the last hour discussing the new NFL and ESPN deal and what it means for fans; We touch on how the offensive line is looking for the Patriots this year.  (12:30) The guys take calls and reactions from topics discussed throughout the show today.  (23:21) We finish the day taking more calls and recapping our thoughts on the Red Sox and the Roman Anthony deal.  (37:30) Today’s Takeaways.   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start today's show talking about the Roman Anthony extension and what it means for the Red Sox; Anthony, Craig Breslow, and Sam Kennedy met with the media on Wednesday. (15:57) The crew digs more into the details of the Roman Anthony deal and how it looks for the Red Sox ownership. (22:38) We discuss what a potential salary cap would look like in the MLB. (33:08) The guys finish the hour taking calls and reactions to the Roman Anthony deal.    This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriot's training camp interviewing ESPN’s Mike Reiss; Reiss feels the Patriots energy has come back and the offense was looking good today.  (8:39) The guys continue to talk with Mike Reiss and discuss the Patriots wide receivers and who would most likely be kept as a 6th WR this season; Reiss brought a drum stick he got from the Foreigner concert last night.  (21:59) We finish the day taking calls and reactions from the show today.  (33:20) Today’s Takeaways.   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp with more of their thoughts from practice so far today. (9:25) The guys interview DL Christian Barmore and RB Antonio Gibson and we tune into Drake Maye live at the podium; The guys react to the breaking news of Roman Anthony and the Red Sox finalizing an 8-year, $130M extension through 2034.  (38:21) We finish the hour discussing more on the breaking Roman Anthony deal and if we are in favor of it or not.  This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp with Dianna Russini joining the show. (22:11) The crew discusses the Patriots and Commanders currently being in a red zone passing period; We react to a fight breaking out and quickly being broken up. (29:32) The guys finish the hour discussing where you can listen to the upcoming broadcasts of Patriots games; Reactions to last night’s episode of Hard Knocks.     This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start today's show LIVE from Patriot’s training camp down in Foxborough as the team prepares for a joint practice with the Washington Commanders ahead of their first preseason game; Are you taking Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels long term? (13:13) The crew discusses which players have the most at stake during these joint practices; Tom Curran and Phil Perry have some names.  (22:50) We talk about Greg Bedard ripping Mike Vrabel and the Patriots for holding a light training camp this year. (34:54) The guys finish the hour with their observations as the Patriots and Commanders are in the midst of joint practices.    This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Beetle, McKone, and Phil Perry on what they want to see from the Patriots during joint practice tomorrow. (10:40) Callers weigh in on Patriots practice and This or That. (21:21) Is it tough to live off 5 million dollars? (31:26) Today's Takeaways   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Beetle, McKone, and Phil Perry discuss the perceived boost Mike Vrabel gives the Patriots. (11:49) Has Rhamondre Stevenson solved his fumble woes? (23:39) Is Kyle Dugger on the roster bubble? (31:58) This or That!   This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.