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LA's #1 Sports Show is Mason and Ireland. React to LA's top sports stories with the guys middays Noon-330pm PT on ESPN LA 710 and the ESPN App.

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    • Jun 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Mason & Ireland podcast is a must-listen for sports fans in the LA area and beyond. The show, which features hosts Steve Mason and John Ireland, along with Lindsey Thiry and Jorge Sedano, offers three hours of engaging and entertaining content every day.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the chemistry between the hosts. Mason, Ireland, Thiry, and Sedano play off each other well, creating a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. Their banter and discussions are always interesting and entertaining to listen to. Additionally, their knowledge and insights into the world of sports are top-notch. Whether they're talking about the Lakers, USC, or any other topic, their analysis is thoughtful and informative.

    Another positive aspect of this podcast is its inclusion of various perspectives. With hosts from different backgrounds and experiences like Thiry and Sedano, listeners are exposed to a range of viewpoints on sports-related topics. This diversity adds depth to the discussions and allows for a well-rounded perspective.

    However, one drawback of the show is at times the excessive apologizing from host John Ireland. While it's important to acknowledge mistakes or missteps, constantly apologizing can detract from the overall flow of the show. It would be beneficial for Ireland to find a balance between addressing errors and keeping the momentum going.

    In conclusion, The Mason & Ireland podcast is an excellent choice for sports fans seeking engaging content with insightful analysis. The chemistry between the hosts creates an entertaining atmosphere that keeps listeners hooked throughout every episode. While there may be room for improvement in terms of excessive apologies from one host, overall this show consistently delivers quality content that will satisfy any sports enthusiast.



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    Latest episodes from Mason & Ireland

    HR 3: Officially Summer!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 62:34


    What would you do for your favorite team to win the championship? Momo and Ireland give their takes on the idea of the March Madness tournament expanding. Should you be able to wear shorts to work? Is it wrong to post about post this? Ireland and Momo discuss how long Kobe's influence will last. Game of Games ... it's Producer Laura's game, and Super Cross Talk with Sedano and Beto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: The Best Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 55:06


    Masai Ujiri has parted ways with the Toronto Raptors ... would he fit in with the Lakers? What's the best advice you've ever gotten? Derek Jeter might change that. This NBA Draft prospect is getting talked about because of his name. Producer Laura and Khassim have their topics for What's Up Fool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: The Offseason

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 51:45


    Momo is in for Mason again for a feel good Friday! Super Cross Talk with Travis and D'Marco. Momo gives a preview of the Lakers' second round draft pick, Adou Thiero. NBA free agency is almost here, who can we see move? Momo would want to have this on her farm ... and Ireland HATES this about the NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Christine Brennan!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 65:13


    Christine Brennan joins the show and talks Caitlin Clark! How has she changed the WNBA? Did the Yankees and Mets cost his New York mayor Campaign? AI is taking over ... Momo and Ireland look into how AI will impact sports. It's time for Game of Games, and it's Momo's game! Super Cross Talk with Sedano and Beto! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Secret Handshake

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 50:43


    Sports Graffiti time! What moves should the Lakers make this offseason? The squad dives into some sports legal scenarios. The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are getting paid how much? This waiter got fired because of what?? Momo shows us her secret handshake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: Draft Day Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 50:28


    Momo is in for Mason! Super Cross Talk with Travis and D'Marco. Round one of the 2025 NBA Draft is a final -- Ireland and Momo react to the draft and trades from Wednesday. How good is Cooper Flagg? What can we expect from the Lakers sale? Ireland agrees with Mina Kimes about this ... and it's affecting how we consume news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Who Won the Bet?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 64:40


    Ireland, Trudell, MT, and Pepe discuss the Kevin Durant trade. Who won a bet last week between MT and Pepe? Are you in or out on the new Netflix Cruise documentary? Just how popular is Caitlin Clark? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Taunting 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 57:34


    Ireland, Trudell, MT and Pepe Mantilla hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! Are the Thunder the next basketball dynasty? The guys are joined by P.J. Carlesimo, basketball coach and ESPN NBA analyst! Is there any solution to all the achilles injuries that happened this year? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: NBA Draft Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 53:37


    Ireland is joined by Mike Trudell again today! Mychal Thompson is in with the guys today too! MT gives his experience of being drafted into the NBA! Which team has five first round picks in this year's draft? What are some comparisons for Cooper Flagg? The guys dive into the trades that have taken place ahead of the draft. Wheel of Questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Too Hot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 63:24


    Ireland and Trudell dive into the comments from Josh Kroenke talking about Nikola Jokic. Which big man would be the best fit on the Lakers? Is 87 degrees too hot to play soccer? Is there a problem with theft on airplanes? What is the 1 cuisine that you could eat forever? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Hide and Seek 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 56:38


    Time for Sports Graffiti! How competitive are Ireland and Trudell? Take a listen to this funny Hide and Seek story about Jim Harbaugh. Is there a problem with achilles injuries in the NBA? How stacked is the NL West this year and is it the best division in all of baseball? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: It's LIT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 45:48


    Ireland is joined by Mike Trudell today in the studio! The guys are also joined by Morales for Live Imaging Tuesday! The crew dive into the latest NBA trades. The NBA draft is tomorrow, will we see more trades before the draft tips off? Wheel of Questions! Should the Clippers be getting heat from the SGA trade years ago? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Rule Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 64:20


    Ireland and Beto circle back to the Thunder winning the NBA Championship! Are the Thunder too young to know how to party? What basketball rule changes do LeBron James and Steve Nash want to see in the NBA? Has the NIL money in college changed the sports landscape? Take a listen to the Buss Family tribute that aired on Spectrum Sportsnet. Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: 1st Inning Ejections

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 56:50


    Ireland and Beto hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! Are you a fan of the new NBA playoff format or would you prefer the old 2-3-2 format? Are noise canceling headphones dangerous? Ireland and Beto look at the story from the College World Series over the weekend. Did the umpires overstep in a championship game? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: The Thunder are NBA Champions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 54:33


    Ireland is joined by Beto Duran today in the studio! How good was game 7 of the NBA finals last night? The OKC Thunder are the NBA Champions! The guys dive into Tyrese Haliburton achilles injury. Kevin Durant has been traded to the Houston Rockets. Did the Rockets overpay for KD? Wheel of Questions! Who agrees with Ireland that position players should not be pitching in MLB games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: The Art of Losing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 63:35


    Mason and AK circle back to the comments from Dave McMenamin and how the sale of the Lakers can impact things. What did the Pope say about sports? Will there be any suspensions between the Dodgers and Padres? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Trojans Defense

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 50:57


    Mason and AK hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! The guys are joined by special guest D'Anton Lynn, USC's defensive coordinator! What can Lynn expect from his defense in his second year at USC? Take a listen to the best call from last night's game 6 from different countries. Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: Benches Cleared

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 60:41


    Mason is joined by Andy Kamenetzky today in the studio! The guys dive into the scuffle between the Dodgers and Padres last night. Were any of the hits by pitches intentional? ESPN's Dave McMenamin joins the show to give more information on the Lakers sale. The Pacers have forced a game 7 vs the Thunder in the NBA Finals! Wheel of Questions! How rare is an immaculate inning? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Established Track Record

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 60:37


    Mason and Ireland dive back into the Lakers sale and take calls from more fans! Can the new ownership bring stability to the Lakers? Will there be any impact to the roster this summer or will it take a couple of years for the new group to put their fingerprint on it? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Let the Money Flow!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 57:18


    Mason and Ireland go back to the phones to hear from the fans! The guys are joined by Ramona Shelburne live from Indiana! Momo gives her takes on the Lakers being sold! How good have the Dodgers been in their recent 30 game stretch? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: $10 Billion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 53:19


    Mason and Ireland are back in the studio today and continue with the news of the Lakers being sold! Is the Lakers being sold the biggest story in sports in 2025? Does it mean anything that Luka has already said something about the sale but LeBron has not? The guys open the phones all day to hear more reaction from Lakers fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Breaking News: The Buss Family Sells Majority Ownership of The Lakers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 67:32


    Mason and Ireland are live from Thousand Oaks for their Backyard Broadcast with CHLA Winner Richard Crasnick! The guys dive back into the Breaking News: The Buss family is entering an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers! The guys hit the phones to get reaction on the Lakers news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Breaking News: The Buss Family Sells Majority Ownership of The Lakers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 53:35


    Mason and Ireland are live from Thousand Oaks for their Backyard Broadcast with CHLA Winner Richard Crasnick! The crew hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! The guys look at the current MLB All Star voting results. Does Andy Pages deserve to be an All-Star? Take a listen to this wild wedding contract for a bridal party. Wassup Foo! Breaking News: The Buss family is entering an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: Own It and Move On

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 50:36


    Mason and Ireland are live from Thousand Oaks for their Backyard Broadcast with CHLA Winner Richard Crasnick! The guys dive into the back and forth between the Dodgers and Padres last night that resulted in Dave Roberts ejection. The guys bring on Crasnick to talk about his time working for the Lakers! Wheel of Questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: All Time Point Guards 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 67:55


    Mason, Ireland, MT, and Pepe dive into the race that was supposed to happen between Tyreek Hill and Noah Lyles. Who does not believe in History? How many people can fit into the Cyrpto.com Arena? MT and Pepe debate who is right. How much was that watch? Who are the top 5 point guards of all time? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Unbreakable Streak 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 55:24


    The crew hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! Mason, Ireland, MT, and Pepe discuss who can make this current Lakers roster better. Where do the guys think KD will be traded to? MT asks if the putt to win the US Open was the best putt ever? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: USC's Running Game! 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 52:11


    Mason and Ireland are joined by Morales for Live Imaging Tuesday! USC Running Backs Coach Anthony Jones Jr. joins the show to preview USC's offense for this upcoming season. Does Jones agree with the narrative of the Big10 being a tougher challenge? It's a full house, as Mychal Thompson and Pepe Mantilla are in with the guys today! Take a listen to Ted Williams talking about a young Mike Piazza! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: He's Back! 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 58:22


    Mason and Ireland dive back into Ohtani back on the mound tonight at Dodgers Stadium! Who are the current leaders in the MLB All-Star votes? Who passed on the movies, The Matrix and Inception? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Tough Course

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 51:41


    Mason and Ireland hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! The guys dive into the US Open from this past weekend! How tough of a course was Oakmont? Who was mentioned that could also be moved from the Grizzlies? Take a listen to Adam Silver talking about ratings for the NBA Finals. Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: It's Sho' Time! 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 57:00


    Mason and Ireland discuss the news of Ohtani pitching tonight at Dodger Stadium! What can we expect from Ohtani on the mound tonight, only one or two innings? Is Andy Pages making a case to make the All-Star game? Ireland makes a pitch for Kershaw to be an All-Star? Wheel of Questions!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Rap Track

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 65:03


    Mason and Ireland are both out today, so Marcas Grant and Brian Kamenetzky are in! BK and MG go on a twin tangent. Who in the NBA world had a rap track? Will the Dodgers make it out of their next stretch of games still in first place? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Friday the 13th! 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 54:21


    Mason and Ireland are both out today, so Marcas Grant and Brian Kamenetzky are in! The guys hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! Today is Friday the 13th, do horror movies open portals? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: Need Pitching

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 53:20


    Mason and Ireland are both out today, so Marcas Grant and Brian Kamenetzky are in! The guys dive into the ESPN 710 All Star Friday Night rosters. The Dodgers and Giants are at Dodgers Stadium this weekend! Wheel of Questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Does Culture Matter?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 65:18


    Mason, AK, and O'Shea dive into ‘Whats app.' The guys look at Paul George comments about culture. How many times have the Knicks been denied for a head coach interview? Mason runs through a few stories from earlier this week! Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Trolled 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 61:30


    The crew hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! Who is the most "trollable" athlete? Who is the most "trollable" here at 710? More news on the BIG 3! Who will be playing in the upcoming season of the BIG 3? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: Pacers Take Game Three of the NBA Finals! 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 49:32


    Mason is joined by Andy Kamenetzky and O'Shea Jackson Jr. today in the studio! The guys tip off the show with what's upcoming for the BIG 3 league? Who is now favored to win the NBA Finals after the Pacers took a 2-1 lead? Wheel of Questions! The Dodgers take 2 games over the Padres and win the first series of the year vs each other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Live from Islands!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 66:06


    Mason and the crew tip off hour three with some Lakers talk and what they need for next season? What is the most successful sports endorsement of all time? Who is the better waiter, Mase or AK? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk Live from Islands! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Live from Islands!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 53:37


    Mason, AK, and Pepe hit the phones and the crowd for Sports Graffiti! The guys look into a few gambling storylines. The guys try some delicious food from Islands! Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: Live from Islands!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 52:25


    Mason is joined by Andy Kamenetzky and Pepe Mantilla, LIVE from Islands in West Covina! The guys dive into the Dodgers vs Padres game last night and look ahead to today's game. Who are the most followed teams on social media? Wheel of Questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Studio Heads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 66:40


    Mason and Ireland dive into the comments from Brian Windhorst talking about the trade market for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Do you think Walker Kessler would be a good fit on the Lakers? Take a listen to NHL commissioner talking about the Florida teams and state tax. Seth Rogen had an interesting take on movie studio heads. Game of Games, plus the ESPN 710 All- Star softball game draft!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: New MLB Partnership 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 52:31


    Mason and Ireland hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! Should the Dodgers consider juggling the top of their lineup? What movie does not hold up now? Which NBA star is practicing Buddhism in the offseason? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: It's LIT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 53:55


    Mason and Ireland kick off the show with Morales and ‘Live Imaging Tuesday!' The guys dive into the Dodgers and Padres matchup! Take a listen to Max Muncy talking about the rivalries. Wheel of Questions! Did we see the catch of the year last night?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Show Me the Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 64:50


    Mason and Ireland kick off hour three diving back into college football! The guys are joined by Bruce Feldman who covers college football. Have you ever submitted a negative Yelp review? Who wants Ohtani to be a closer instead of a starting pitcher? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 2: Amateurism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 55:10


    Mason and Ireland hit the phones for Sports Graffiti! What is happening in the world of College Sports? NCAA 26 is being reported to have an interesting feature. The Dodgers are taking on the Padres for the first time this season! How can the Dodgers overcome their pitching injuries? Wassup Foo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 1: Greatest Basketball Announcer of All-Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 56:02


    Mason and Ireland tip off the show with the Thunder's huge win last night! The NBA Finals are now tied 1-1, ahead of game three on Wednesday in Indiana! Don Nelson was given a lifetime achievement award yesterday! On this day in 1987, one of Chick Hearn's best calls. Wheel of Questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    HR 3: Short Attention Span 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 63:19


    Mason and Ireland kick off hour three with Shaq's comments about OKC last night. Is the average person's attention span shorter than it used to be? The crew continue to rapid fire through this week's extra stories. Game of Games, plus Supercross talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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