Best Paul Ruehl Podcasts (2026)

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Best of 2025! 49ers Dreams, Warriors Panic & the Year’s Best Movies and TV with Nick Conrad 1:21:39

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In this year-end episode, Matt and Paul close out 2025 the only way they know how: big takes, Bay Area chaos, and a full-blown Best of the Year breakdown. The guys open with the San Francisco 49ers, asking the only question that matters: are we headed for the #1 seed or Wild Card City? They unpack Jauan Jennings weekly trash talk, whether this seas…

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49ers Rolling plus World Cup and Jets Pain with Will & Grace Writer and Soccer Podcaster Kirk Rudell 1:25:29

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In this episode, Matt and Paul open with the state of the Bay. The 49ers are suddenly surging heading into the bye week, Jauan Jennings is talking like a WWE wrestler, and Kyle Shanahan looks like a coach who finally grew up and learned how to adapt. The guys also dive into the Warriors, who are stuck with a stagnant offense, no self-creation and t…

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Giants Hire Vitello, 49ers Crunchtime and The Circle’s Jack Atkins on Reality TV and Gen Z Culture 1:26:02

2M ago1:26:02

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In this episode, Matt and Paul open with the San Francisco Giants hiring Tony Vitello. Is this the bold reset the franchise needed or a beautiful disaster waiting to happen? The guys dive into what this means for the Giants future and why Paul believes Buster Posey is about to transform into the official free agent whisperer. Then the guys move to …

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NBA Preview with Netflix’s Starting 5 Showrunner Peter Scalettar + 49ers Panic Mode 1:24:56

3M ago1:24:56

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Matt returns from New York empty-handed and Paul is furious, but there’s no time for gifts because the 49ers rollercoaster is officially back in freefall. The guys break down the emotional trauma of being a Niners fan: losing Fred Warner for the season, the weekly “who dies next” anxiety, and whether John Lynch should make a desperation trade or ri…

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49ers Wild Win! Mac Jones Mayhem and One Battle After Another with director Rawson Marshall Thurber 1:39:51

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We’re back! The guys dive straight into one of the wildest 49ers wins of the Shanahan era. (6:52) It’s a full-on lovefest with returning guest and diehard Niners fan Rawson Marshall Thurber, director of Dodgeball, We’re the Millers, Red Notice and the upcomingVoltron. Matt and Rawson were both at SoFi for the game and the fellas break down how Levi…

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49ers Chaos! Purdy Out, Kittle Down, Giants Fight Back & Detroit Sports with Mark Rodríguez 1:13:44

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(1:07) Matt and Paul are back from summer break. Paul braved the Grand Canyon rapids, Matt sipped cocktails at the US Open and just like that… it’s football season, baby! The guys break down a wild 49ers win over the Seahawks: Brock Purdy looked like Montana, Jake Moody sent everyone on a roller coaster, and then got released the next day. Did this…

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Breaking News, Covering Giants Parades & Pulling 9 Gs with KTVU Anchor Mike Mibach 1:11:10

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Matt and Paul are back in San Francisco and holding court from Original Joe’s in North Beach. Paul previews his next adventure, a trek to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, before the guys pull out their crystal ball to predict what’s next for the 49ers, Warriors and Giants. Later, they welcome Bay Area news veteran Mike Mibach, the evening news ancho…

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Giants Legend Rich Aurilia on Barry Bonds, Rally Monkeys, Red Stitch Wine & Crushing Hall of Famers 1:15:08

5M ago1:15:08

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In this episode, Matt and Paul sit down with San Francisco Giants legend Rich Aurilia for an all-timer of a conversation. Straight from the back booth at Original Joe’s in North Beach (5:59). They talk about Rich’s Brooklyn roots, growing up a Mets fan rooting for the Bad Guys during their ‘86 World Series run, and his journey from St. John’s Unive…

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50th Podcast! Giants, Warriors, Rehab, Divorce, and Oversharing! 1:15:27

6M ago1:15:27

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In this very special milestone episode, Matt and Paul celebrate 50 episodes of The Beat LA Podcast the only way they know how, by interviewing each other and emotionally oversharing for content. But before things get deep, they play the hits. They talk about the San Francisco Giants and try to figure out what exactly is going on with this team. Is …

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Giants Land Devers, Brad Pitt Stories & Horror Dating with Director Mark Gantt 1:36:46

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Paul returns from Paris and Monte Carlo, dodges Jimmy Butler in the South of France and reports on attending the French Open. He brings back gifts for Matt’s big birthday, but the biggest gift of all? The San Francisco Giants going full blockbuster and landing Rafael Devers. We break it down: the trade, the contract, the power shift. Is this Buster…

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Tennis Legends Brad Gilbert and Zach Gilbert Talk Grand Slam Picks, Warriors & Zendaya’s Forehand 1:28:06

7M ago1:28:06

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It’s the Tennis Show—aka Paul’s Super Bowl—but first, Matt recaps his recent trip to New York, where the city’s energy nearly broke him. From watching delirious Knicks fans lose their minds in the streets to pillaging through the night at legendary spots like Finnerty’s (yes, bars stay open until 4am), Matt realizes he might be aging out of NYC nig…

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Warriors Down, LA Turns Up, and Chaos Reigns with Music Video Maverick Jeff Hilliard 1:13:02

8M ago1:13:02

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Paul is back from Korea and Japan—and he didn’t come empty-handed. He brought gifts and tales from abroad, including how he ended up on the Jumbotron at a Yomiuri Giants game dressed as a samurai, pitching lemonade to a stadium full of fans. Just another Tuesday for Paul. Matt kicks things off by recapping the dramatic election of the new Pope in t…

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From Orinda to Hollywood: Dodgeball Director Rawson Marshall Thurber Talks Film, Giants & 49ers 1:28:41

9M ago1:28:41

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Matt and Paul are back—with a new sponsor, Daytrip Beverages—and they’re cracking open a wild one. First up, the NBA Playoffs: Can the Warriors survive the Rockets? Can Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler carry them to the next round? (3:59) Then it’s over to the San Francisco Giants, where Paul wonders if their hot start is real or if he’s just chugging …

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Giants Hype Train, Dodgers Global Takeover, Ohtani Fever with Alex Soto of Pantone 294 1:15:38

9M ago1:15:38

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In this jam-packed episode, Matt and Paul kick things off with a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor Val Kilmer, sharing favorite roles and iconic moments. Then it’s all gas, no brakes as they break down the Golden State Warriors’ playoff push, celebrating clutch wins over the Grizzlies and Lakers. Can Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler…

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49ers Chaos, Warriors Rebirth, Giants Preview & Zach Selwyn – ESPN Alum, Musician & Comedy Maverick 1:20:25

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Paul takes the charter in from Palm Springs for this week’s episode as he and Matt break down the San Francisco 49ers Free Agency Exodus—disaster or silver lining? Matt calms Paul’s panic over the 49ers' offseason moves, debates the Mac Jones signing - he is not the next Sam Darnold, and explores trade rumors surrounding Brandon Aiyuk. Plus, does K…

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Talking 49ers, Warriors, Oscars with San Francisco King of Comedy Al Madrigal! 1:09:55

10M ago1:09:55

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In this episode, Matt and Paul chop it up with San Francisco native, actor comedian Al Madrigal. They discuss his upbringing in the city, his days at St. Ignatius high school and his diehard 49ers, Warriors and San Francisco Giants fandom. They get the real story behind his 2017 NFL Draft announcement of George Kittle, the Deebo Samuel and Jimmy Bu…

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Talking Super Bowl, Kendrick Drake Beef, Luka Doncic with All-American Actor Kareem Grimes 1:13:03

11M ago1:13:03

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In this episode, Matt and Paul chop it up with actor Kareem Grimes from the hit CW show All-American! They recap the Eagles crushing the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Kareem breaks down the Kendrick Lamar halftime show, the Drake beef, Serena Williams, SZA and who they want to see perform next year. They talk their favorite commercials from the Martha …

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Showtime With World Champion Boxer Ricky Quiles! 1:05:47

11M ago1:05:47

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In this episode, Matt and Paul have a fascinating conversation with 4-time world champion boxer Ricky Quiles. Ricky won WBC, WBF, WBO, NABO titles in the junior welterweight and lightweight divisions. He talks about his rough upbringing in Lorrain, Ohio. Magic Johnson giving him his nickname “Showtime” after watching him box at The Forum. Ricky giv…

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We Love LA - The Fires, Go Bags, Lost Porsche Keys, Babygirl and Sports Distractions 51:53

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In this episode, Matt and Paul discuss the Los Angeles Fires and where we go from here. Paul talks about having to evacuate his home due to the Sunset Fire. They discuss what was in their “go-bags”, give updates on the latest resources available to victims and how to donate. Later, they recap the high school drama at The Jimmy Carter Memorial Servi…

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Best of 2024 Pod with the New Bachelor Nick Conrad! 58:04

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In the Best of 2024 Pod, Matt and Paul are joined by their producer Nick Conrad! They talk the Best Sports Moments of the Year - Steph Curry and Novak Djokavic in the Olympics. They discuss their favorite films including Anora, Dune, Inside Out 2, Challengers and more! In Best TV of the Year, Matt and Paul continue their never ending debate over HB…

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Belly Up To The Bar With Brews Brothers Creator Greg Schaffer. 1:06:46

1y ago1:06:46

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Matt and Paul are back! They discuss who would survive better in prison and Jessica Lange’s hotness in the 1976 King Kong movie. In a new segment called “First Date”, they discover that they’ve never had Boba and Paul was in an infomercial with Chuck Woolery. Are the 49ers back after their win against the Chicago Bears? 49ers vs. Rams Thursday Nigh…

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Toxic Fandom and Mike Tyson Stories with Therapist Nick Mouyiaris 1:00:55

1y ago1:00:55

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In this episode, Matt and Paul breakdown the garbage circus exhibition called the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight. They debate Jake Paul’s next opponent, everyone from Joe Biden to Clint Eastwood. Are the 49ers dead? Has head coach Kyle Shanahan lost his fastball? Will the Niners beat the Green Bay Packers this Sunday? Matt still doesn’t trust the G…

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Under The Influence with Samantha Gutstadt 57:34

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In this episode, Matt and Paul get into the 49ers victory against the Buccaneers. Was Deebo punching the special teams players a good thing? Matt and Paul reminisce on their own grade school fights. They give their predictions for this Sunday’s 49ers vs. Seahawks matchup. They discuss the Golden State Warriors hot start? Should we buy in or will th…

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49ers, Filipino Love, Dodgers Hate with Emmy Winning Producer Mark Roybal 51:44

1y ago51:44

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In this episode, Paul and Matt put the Dodgers World Series title to bed and why the Yankees turned into the Bad News Bears. Does Paul love the San Francisco Giants new GM Alex Minasian? Are the Giants going to sign Juan Soto? Matt breaks down the Golden State Warriors hot start. Later they interview, Hollywood producer Mark Roybal. Over the years …

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Slappin’ The Bass With Music Manager and Former Rockstar Evan Winiker 52:03

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In this episode, Paul dresses as Vincent Vega from Pulp Fiction for Halloween. They recap the 49ers victory over the hated Dallas Cowboys. Paul discovers that rubbing his wife’s head is the good luck charm for the Niners offense and they look at trade targets at the deadlines. They deep dive the important storylines from the World Series - the Fred…

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1 Year Anniversary Pod with Days of Our Lives Star Brandon Barash! 1:02:25

1y ago1:02:25

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On the 1 year anniversary pod, Paul gives Matt gifts from Italy. Matt gives Paul nothing. They discuss the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series, give their predictions and why we should all be Yankees fans for 2 weeks. They get into the 49ers year from hell. Have they hit rock bottom? And can they beat the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday? They interview Day…

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Getting Kinda Pregnant with actor Chris Titone from Happy Gilmore 2! 53:22

1y ago53:22

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In this episode, Matt and Paul discuss the MLB Playoffs. Paul’s got a soft spot for the Cleveland Guardians. Matt believes everyone should be a Mets fan. They recap the 49ers victory against the Seattle Seahawks. They give their predictions for the 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs matchup this week. Paul goes back to his neg roots and Matt drinks the K…

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Live From Italia! - Godfather Buster Posey, 49ers Whack Patriots, More Menendez Stories! 39:11

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In this episode, Paul is in full Kendall Roy mode as he calls in from the Italian Riviera where he celebrates his wedding anniversary. Matt recaps his weekend at the USC vs. Wisconsin game and reveals he’s come out of retirement and booked an acting job in a movie. They discuss the San Francisco Giants firing Farhan Zaidi and hiring legend Buster P…

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Purple Rain! - Getting Talked Off The Ledge by 49ers Insider Chris Ferera 50:30

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In this episode, Matt and Paul do a therapy session with 49ers Insider Chris Ferera after the 49ers debacle vs the Minnesota Vikings last Sunday. They discuss Brock Purdy’s small hands and him turning into Jimmy Garoppolo. Kyle Shanahan melting down and does he need to give up play-calling? Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell eating Nick Sorenson’s lunch…

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Who is Ponchez Mason? - 49ers Special Ops Edition with Call of Duty actor Reggie Watkins 55:20

1+ y ago55:20

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In this episode, Matt and Paul recap the 49ers Week 1 win over the New York Jets with Call of Duty & Bosch actor Reggie Watkins. They get into the electrifying performance of RB Jordan Mason and deep dive his middle name “Ponchez”. What happened with Christian McCaffrey? Was Olivia Culpo the reason for his injury? And they come up with nicknames fo…

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NFL PREVIEW with Remember The Titans actor Ray Stoney! 54:46

1+ y ago54:46

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Matt and Paul discuss the Titanic ship that is the San Francisco Giants. Are their playoff chances toast or should fans have hope? Take a wild guess what Paul thinks. They dive into the 49ers preseason. Give their US Open Tennis Grandslam predictions. Later, they interview Remember The Titans actor Ray Stoney. Ray talks growing up a Green Bay Packe…

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Eskimo Brothers! - All-American Actor Kareem Grimes talks Lakers, 49ers and Beating Clooney 1-on-1. 1:04:34

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Matt and Paul get into the Best and Worst Things they saw at the Olympics. Paul is neg-strong on the San Francisco Giants trade deadline moves and their chances of making the wildcard. Matt dives into the 49ers training camp and is still drinking the Brock Purdy Kool-Aid. Later they interview actor Kareem Grimes, series regular on the hit CW show A…

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Football is Back! - 49ers Training Camp Preview with Khalil Tams of 49Talks 54:17

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In this episode Matt and Paul discuss Carlos Alcaraz dominance at Wimbledon and the stadium debacle at the Copa America Final. They dig into the nightmare rendition of the National Anthem by Ingrid Andreas at the All-Star Game and celebrities using “entering rehab” as an excuse. They grade the San Francisco Giants first half of the season in movie …

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Boston Tea Party - Celebrate July 4th with Diego Torres-Palma of Startup to Storefront! 1:14:02

1+ y ago1:14:02

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On the silver anniversary podcast, Matt and Paul deep dive 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey & Olivia Culpo wedding. Paul is pissed he wasn’t invited and blames Matt. They bid farewell to Warriors legend and new Dallas Maverick Klay Thompson. Then discuss NBA Free Agency and what moves Golden State needs to make. In Giants Talk, are their recent winning…

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CHICAGO! - Live From Wrigley Field and Guest Alain Uy from Power Book IV 51:57

1+ y ago51:57

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In this week’s episode, Matt and Paul come to you live from Wrigley Field in Chicago! They recap the passing of legend Willie Mays, the Giants vs. Cubs series and watching Thairo Estrada game-winning Home Run on Monday Night from the owner’s box. They deep dive the Camillo Doval Experience, the joys of negging Mike Yastrzemski and sending Bob Melvi…

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Netflix & Chill - Talking TV and Cleveland Sports with Lincoln Lawyer Showrunner Ted Humphrey 56:36

1+ y ago56:36

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In this episode, Matt and Paul are pissed off at the San Francisco Giants. The blame gets spread around to Bob Melvin, Blake Snell and the Beat LA Podcast. Paul lays down a searing neg to get the team back on track. 49ers mandatory minicamp has started and they discuss the new CMC deal, Logan Thomas signing and the Aiyuk holdout. Matt gives his NBA…

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Why So Serious? - Talking Giants, Dodgers, Movies with actor John Lacy from The Joker Sequel 54:37

1+ y ago54:37

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The Power of the Neg strikes again! Matt and Paul discuss how San Francisco Giants fans need to thank them for their hot streak. Can the G-Men continue their winning ways? The NFL schedule is out and the league really stuck it to our 49ers. Warriors Brandin Podziemski makes the All-Rookie team and Matt makes his NBA Conference Finals Predictions. T…

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Chain Wax! - Talking 49ers and Hollywood with actor Reggie Watkins 59:44

1+ y ago59:44

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In this episode, Matt discusses Paul’s trip to Arkansas. They get into the Warriors broadcast team being voted the worst in the NBA and why the San Francisco Giants flat out stink. Then chop it up with actor and 49ers diehard Reggie Watkins - the Purdy Debate is reopened, recapping the 49ers draft and what to expect next season. They also discuss R…

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Mr. Relevant! - 49ers Draft Preview with NFL Insider Chris Ferera, Warriors, Giants, OJ and more! 57:54

1+ y ago57:54

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In this episode, Paul returns from Mexico and Matt wants to talk about OJ Simpson. They discuss the end of the Golden State Warriors dynasty, does Klay Thompson leave next season and what off season moves they need to make. Matt gets into the San Francisco Giants early season slide and Paul’s distaste for Blake Snell. Then is Brock Purdy the Marlon…

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Back to the Bay! - Home Opener Recap & All Things Giants with Beat LA Financial Analyst and Giants diehard Steve Grochol 53:30

1+ y ago53:30

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In this episode, Matt and Paul lament attending a Giants loss to the Dodgers (and witnessing Shohei Ohtani’s first dinger for the hated ones) before escaping Dodger Stadium to the comforts of the home opener. They’re joined by a third amigo, Beat LA financial analyst and Giants diehard Steve Grochol for an eyewitness account inside Oracle Park and …

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Baseball Is Back! - NL West Preview with Dodger Insider Alex Soto Founder of Pantone 294 51:31

2y ago51:31

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In this episode, Matt and Paul celebrate the beginning of the baseball season with stories about Paul’s VIP trip to A’s spring training. They quickly recap 49er free agency, Brock Purdy‘s honeymoon and the Warriors hanging on for dear life before diving into their NL West preview interview with Alex Soto, founder of Dodger fanclub Pantone 294. In B…

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LIVE FREE DIE HARD - NFL Free Agency, Oscars, Giants, Warriors and more! 48:23

2y ago48:23

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Matt and Paul recap the best and worst moments of the Oscars. Paul investigates the San Francisco Giants going Bush League on J.D. Davis. Are the Golden State Warriors destined for the play-in vs. the Los Angeles Lakers. They get into the NFL Free Agency Bonanza with guest Khalil Tams of 49Talks on Instagram. In Best Things They Saw, they discuss T…

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Vive La Pod! - Warriors Resurgence, Giants Spring Training, Brock Purdy Wedding Gifts and more! 40:19

2y ago40:19

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In this episode, Paul reports to us from Paris drinking white burgundy and gin martinis. They discuss the Golden State Warriors resurgence. How seeing Lebron in a Warriors uniform is a bad thing. They turn the page on the 49ers, new defensive coordinator candidates, next season record prediction. They look at Brock Purdy’s wedding registry and buy …

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Horseshoes and Hand Grenades - 49ers Come Up Short, Interview with Khalil Tams of 49Talks, Jorge Soler! Draymond Reborn! Tokyo Vice! 56:38

2y ago56:38

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In this episode, Matt and Paul conduct an extended Self Help Corner therapy session to sooth the pain of the 49ers Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs (1:46). They recap Paul’s epic trip to Las Vegas - Private Jet, U2 Concert, Usher Halftime Show. They interview Khalil Tams, creator of the popular Instagram channel 49Talks (25:25). In Best Things They Sa…

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VEGAS BABY! - 49ers Super Bowl Preview, Taylor Swift Prop Bets, Grammys, Mr. and Mrs. Smith and more! 47:57

2y ago47:57

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In this episode, Paul and Matt dig in deep on Super Bowl LVII. Discussing what it's going to take to get the pod to Las Vegas, Brock Purdy endorsement deals, Taylor Swift prop bets and their Super Bowl predictions. Paul goes to a San Francisco Giants mixer and comes away with free agent intel. Will the Warriors make a trade at the deadline? In Best…

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Don't Stop Believin - 49ers Are Super Bowl Bound! Lions Go to Cancun! Purdy Wardrobe Corner, American Fiction Review and more! 57:05

2y ago57:05

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The Pod Lives! Matt and Paul deep dive the 49ers stunning comeback against the Lions. Matt gets Detroit coach Dan Campbell a gift basket. Paul discusses sitting in upper deck at the NFC Championship Game and his roller coaster text exchange with Matt. Brock Purdy ups his pre-game wardrobe. They look ahead to the Super Bowl LVIII rematch with the Ka…

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The Great Escape - 49ers Survive the Packers, Niners vs. Lions NFC Championship Preview, Slow Horses, Fargo and more! 54:53

2y ago54:53

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In this episode, they discuss the 49ers epic come from behind win over the Green Bay Packers. Paul interviews Matt about his experience watching the game at Levi’s. They recap the up and down performance of Brock Purdy and his wardrobe choices (1:27). They preview the NFC Championship game 49ers vs. Detroit Lions and give their predictions (36:55).…

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Hello 2024! - 49ers vs. Packers Preview, Succession Spinoffs, Saltburn, Going Damp January 53:47

2y ago53:47

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Matt and Paul debate their New Year’s resolutions. Going “Dry January” or the new and improved “Damp January” (1:15). The Emmy Awards (5:40). They discuss possible Succession show spinoffs: The Disgusting Brothers, The Eldest Boy, Roman’s Empire (7:56). They preview the playoff matchup between the 49ers vs. Packers on Saturday and give predictions …

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Best Things (and worst) of 2023 - The Bear, Succession, Steph Curry, George Santos and more! 58:09

2y ago58:09

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In this episode, Matt and Paul recap their Top 5 Best Things they saw in 2023, including Wimbledon, ‘The Bear’, ‘Succession’ and the film Blackberry. They also reflect on the state of of TV, going to rehab in Iceland, remembering some musical legends that passed and how Mr. Irrelevant can make all of us feel more relevant. Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Pa…

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Trading Places - The 49ers Return to the Top, Ohtani Chooses the Enemy & Other Tales of Christmas Present 48:02

2y ago48:02

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In this episode, Matt and Paul discuss their Holiday Party season (1:04). Why Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers and what’s next for the San Francisco Giants (6:58). The Lakers add another fake championship to go with their Bubble Title (16:40). Paul fills in the gaps on the Brock Purdy fiancee timeline, Matt discusses what endorsements are in l…