Zolak & Bertrand

(0:00) Does the stretch of Red Sox wins spite ownership? And why have they been so good at home? (13:12) Patriots offensive lineman Mike Onwenu joins the show. (26:47) Drake Maye remains the autograph king of training camp. (34:28) Patriots receiver Kayshon Boutte joins the show.   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 and McKone, joined by Phil Perry, discuss what Phil has seen at camp over the last few days. (14:52) Beetle has a lot of questions about the Patriots offensive line; Did the Patriots do enough to bolster the offensive line? (26:37) Do the Patriots need to overpay for Terry McLaurin? (39:01) Have the Patriots had enough "hard days" at practice?   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.

(00:00) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start the last hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp playing This or That! (8:28) The guys touch more on today’s This or That of if you would rather have bad parking or concessions at an event.  (16:09) We finish the day talking about the details of Tom Brady’s statue ceremony unveiling this Friday.  (28:41) 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) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start the third hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp with their thoughts on the Red Sox after the trade deadline and how Alex Cora feels with Craig Breslow’s lack of moves.  (9:18) The guys discuss training camp so far today and what we can expect from Stefon Diggs this season. (21:33) The guys react to the news of Patriots DC Terrell Williams being carted off the field with a health issue after he apparently collapsed on the sideline.  (30:09) We finish the hour recapping training camp so far today and Drake Maye being an autograph machine. 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) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start the second hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp talking about Tony Massarotti being spotted in John Henry’s suite Friday night at Fenway Park.  (9:40) The crew touches on WR Terry McLaurin requesting a trade from the Commanders; Albert Breer floats the idea of a potential trade involving Stefon Diggs to get McLaurin.  (21:34) The guys discuss Will Campbell and him trending towards being a bust; We take caller reactions to the Patriots and Terry McLaurin.  (32:55)The guys finish the hour discussing if Beetle is too nice to the local Boston sports teams.    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) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start today's show LIVE from Patriot’s training camp down in Foxborough as the team prepares for another padded practice; We touch on the Red Sox and how they’re looking after an uneventful trade deadline.  (15:30) The crew discusses the cheating allegations that cleared the benches this weekend between the Red Sox and Astros. (23:48) We talk about the Patriots in stadium practice Friday night and reports that Drake Maye struggled in his performance.  (33:11) The guys finish the hour discussing the key players for the Patriots this year; We take calls and reactions from the past hour.    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 and Dondero start the last hour continuing the song name talk and some Patriots. (10:23) This week’s edition of ZOVERDRIVDE! (26:22) We finish the day with calls and reactions to everything. (36:32) Fake Promo Friday.   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 and Dondero start the third hour on Ken Rosenthal’s comments on Breslow’s deadline being “an epic fail.”  (7:30) The guys discuss more of the failed Joe Ryan trade.  (19:00) The guys take calls and reactions from everything so far.  (27:30) We finish the hour debating what is the best song with a name in the title. 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 and Dondero start the second hour talking about Terry McLaurin requesting a trade; Should the Patriots go get him and what would that take? (8:48) The crew break down the chances of the Commanders resolving the issues with McLaurin.  (20:49) The guys debating on how much Drake Maye can learn from watching old Tom Brady films and how much control Maye would have in this offense.  (28:47)The guys finish the hour with​​ 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 and Dondero start today's show talking about the underwhelming trade deadline for the Red Sox as Breslow thinks they were “uncomfortably aggressive.” (12:41) The crew touches more on Breslow during this deadline; Joe Ryan trade fell apart.  (23:27) We discuss more of the frustration of the Red Sox for making no moves at the deadline and what this means for the rest of the season. (34:42) The guys finish the hour discussing how the Red Sox are not a championship 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, McKone and Dondero start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing the Red Sox not having made any more moves as we get closer to the deadline. (11:10) NBC Sports Boston Patriots Insider Phil Perry joins the show to discuss the Patriots and the expectations for their upcoming season.  (27:09) We finish the day recapping training camp and discuss Julian Edelman’s chances at the HOF.  (35:59) 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 and Dondero start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing Robert Kraft and his decision to hire Mike Vrabel as the new head coach this season alongside Josh McDaniels.  (11:11) The guys touch on how the WR room for the Patriots could shake out this season; We take calls and reactions to the Patriots.  (21:47) The guys discuss the latest on the Red Sox at the MLB trade deadline and money playing a big factor in the front office decisions.  (28:35) 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 and Dondero start the second hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing Pop Douglas and his upcoming season playing under Josh McDaniels; What does a successful season look like for Drake Maye? (9:33) Former Patriots center David Andrews joins the show live at training camp.  (20:23) The guys have a live interview with TE Austin Hooper; We tune into the live press conference with Drake Maye.  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 and Dondero start the show LIVE from Patriots training camp down in Foxborough discussing the Red Sox move late last night to acquire LHP Steve Matz from the Cardinals; Will Craig Breslow make another move before the deadline at 6PM? (11:59) The crew touches more on the Red Sox ahead of the trade deadline; Jen McCaffrey reports that the Padres are still interested in Jarren Duran.  (22:55) We discuss our expectations for the Patriots offense this season; Will a run-heavy offense help with Drake Maye’s development? (33:23) The guys finish the hour discussing Drake Maye’s comments on his relationship with Stefon Diggs; We take calls on topics from the last hour.    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

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing the Patriots projected win total this year with Drake Maye entering his 2nd year; What’s the history with 2nd year QB’s improving their team’s record? (10:43) The guys discuss Will Campbell and his future with the Patriots; McKone prefers self-checkout from today’s This or That.  (23:54) We finish the day recapping the Patriots and Red Sox and other topics discussed throughout the show. (35:35) 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 and Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp with a live interview from LB Christian Elliss.  (8:17) The guys react to Alex Cora and the Red Sox pushing Garrett Crotchet’s next start to Monday to manage workload; We interview DL Milton Williams live from training camp.  (22:30) The guys discuss Will Campbell and if we should be concerned about him and his decent share of lowlights.  (30:55) 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 and Bertrand start the second hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing if Craig Breslow will add to this team or not before the MLB trade deadline.  (12:09) The guys discuss if the Red Sox ownership and front office are driven to win; Live observations from training camp today.  (22:43) The guys touch more on the Red Sox and John Henry being an owner who wants a salary cap; How would you approve of each Boston sports owner right now? (34:02) We finish the hour taking caller reactions from the last hour.     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 and Bertrand start the show LIVE from Patriots training camp down in Foxborough discussing the response Beetle has received to his comments on Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniel’s relationship being ‘awkward’. (13:10) The crew discusses who has more to lose in this 2025 season; McDaniels or Vrabel? (25:37) We discuss the chances Jared Wilson has to start at center or guard this season; How will the Patriots OL shake out? (31:55) The guys finish the hour touching on if there is optimism for the Patriots outside of their head coach change; We discuss the disappointments and positives we’ve seen from training camp so far.    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 and Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp with an interview with Mike Reiss from ESPN.  (17:28) More with ESPN’s Mike Reiss on training camp. (26:16) We finish the day with the next steps for Drake Maye in 2025. (36:14) 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 and Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp talking about how the offense wins the day today and the heat.  (7:47) Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane joins the show.  (24:02) The guys give their camp observations from the day.  (29:46) 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=michael  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.