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Matt discusses life as a transplant in Phoenix... as Christian gives him a Phoenician’s perspective.

Matthew Felico


    • Aug 17, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 44 EPISODES


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    #44 - TKO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 76:32


    The guys do an extremely short review of “Mandy”, wtf, as Drew only watches the first 15 minutes. Then, we discuss Buff's Stuff: Who has a better filmography, Nicolas Cage or Kevin Costner? After determining that Nicolas Cage is the GOAT , the guys do a deep dive into fantasy football. In typical Transplant Phoenix fashion, the tangents are plentiful including Chris' past altercation with a Cowboy's fan. Click here to visit our website: https://transplantphoenixpodcast.wordpress.com/home/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #43 - Felico Flicks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 88:12


    In the absence of Christian, Matt is joined by Drew and Chris to address the recent Reddit comments accusing Legion M of being a fraud. Chris makes a compelling argument defending the legitimacy of the company he invested in. Meanwhile, the only thing Matt wants to know...is Nicolas Cage on or off the books at Legion M. This is a unique episode of Transplant Phoenix, as the guys mostly discuss movies including the movie Drew was suppose to watch this past week (Mandy). In typical Chris fashion, he convinces Drew to watch the "Mandy" Trailer during the podcast. Will Drew watch the movie Mandy prior to next week's episode? Betting Odds below: Yes +185 No -270 Watch your favorite Movies, TV shows and more on the Amazon Fire Stick: https://amzn.to/2U61H50 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #42 - Legion M Presents (feat. Chris)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 76:32


    Matt and Christian are joined by none other than the rabid dog himself, Drew. In addition to the most pessimistic sports fan known to man, Matt's brother, Chris. This episode starts off the usual way with sports however, halfway through, the tangents begin with movies as Chris displays his extensive knowledge. Thereafter it slowly trickles into Chris discussing his investment backing the greatest actor of our generation Nicolas Cage. Legion M is truly now on the map. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #41 - Back by Popular Demand?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 67:13


    Matt and Christian are reunited…and it feels so good. The guys discuss the epic run to the Finals, mental health of professional athletes, the climbing popularity of the UFC and the usual TP tangents. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #40 - Parlays All Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 57:33


    Matt and Christian are joined by the rabid dog himself, also "minister", Drew. The guys discuss week 3 of the NFL season after both the Giants and Cardinals lose. Additionally, they go over some of the lines in preparation for week 4 of the NFL season. The Cardinals are in a must-win vs. the McCaffrey-less Panthers. Christian and Drew seems to be on a betting roll as Matt cannot buy a bucket. As usual, many tangents are discussed in this fun packed episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #39 - On The List

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 79:49


    Matt and Christian discuss their recent trip to Dallas for a wedding. Even though Matt did not meet the groom or bride until the day of the wedding, your boy was on the list. During their time in Dallas, drinks were had, bets were made, sports were watched, fantasy teams were assembled and pizza was reviewed. Officially, the NFL is back in all of it's glory. The local team, Arizona Cardinals, gets a big week 1 division win over the reigning NFC champs. Tom Brady and the newly formed Bucs get steam rolled by the New Orleans Saints. As for betting, Christian does not only like the New York Giants +5.5 on Monday Night, but straight up... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #38 - The Savior of the Pandemic (feat. David)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 66:34


    The UFC has been nothing short of a Godsend during the pandemic. The crew discusses the recent Stipe vs DC trilogy fight, in addition to the exciting fights to come. Who is the next UFC superstar? And, of course, who would we sprinkle a little moola on? As usual, a few tangents are discussed including the conspiracy theory we are most interested in and the most important question to date... Popeyes or Chick-fil-A? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #37 - Flashback: The David Interview Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2020 97:34


    In this Re-released episode, Matt and Christian are joined by David to discuss the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, (at that time) the upcoming Super Bowl match up Chiefs vs. 49ers and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #36 - The Lost Episode Part 2 (feat. Drew, Staci & Carli)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 59:44


    *Recorded in late June* Do you have the strength to forgive? The crew talks about relationships and whether you would forgive someone for cheating. Per usual, the crew goes on many tangents including: golf, NASCAR, living in 24 hours of darkness or light and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #35 - The Lost Episode Part 1 (feat. Drew, Staci & Carli)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 34:25


    *Recorded in late June* On the podcast, the crew discusses whether the lock-down should continue (even though we know the answer to that question in hindsight). Additionally, we recap Poirier vs. Hooker and predict the future of the lightweight division. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #34 - The David Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 78:08


    *Re-Release* Possibly, the greatest episode in Transplant Phoenix history! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #33 - The Omaha Audible Part 2 (feat. Staci & Carli)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 74:04


    The crew continues their discussion and briefly touches on the following: the Phoenix Educational System, NHL/NBA comeback, UFC 250. Childhood Sports Movies, a card game name golf, the perfect date and much more... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #32 - The Omaha Audible Part 1 (feat. Staci & Carli)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 54:59


    Matt and Christian have another Drewless podcast as Drew roams the great state of Nebraska. However, the guys are joined by return guests Staci and Carli. In this podcast, the crew discusses childhood sports movies, memories, gambling and much more... Included is a delusional rant from Christian claiming that he can last 5 rounds with the Greatest Female MMA Fighter Ever: Amanda Nunes! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #31 - The Shadow Returns

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 67:11


    Matt and Christian are reunited with Drew after his long hiatus...What has he been up to? The guys discuss a possible NHL playoff return with 24 teams including the Coyotes and Rangers. Additionally, UFC will return on May 30th, the NBA continues to contemplate a tournament-style format and is MJ 100% the GOAT? As usual, tangents are a plentiful including a nugget of wisdom... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #30 - The Shadow

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 84:13


    In another Drewless podcast episode, Matt and Christian discuss the UFC fights this past weekend. In addition to Arizona starting to open up, the NBA potentially making a return tournament style and whether a UFC fight is coming to the valley. Per usual, tangents are sprinkled throughout the podcast including topics such as: Game of Thrones, JK Rowling/ Harry Potter, Fire Festival and the future of working from home. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #29 - UFC 249 Post-Fight

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 40:38


    Matt and Christian give an in-depth reaction to the UFC 249 Fight Card. Finally, sports are back!!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #28 - Madden Kombat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 48:02


    With Drew under the weather, Matt and Christian go on some incredible tangents. Are sunsets overrated? Fights started and friends lost over Madden. Getting grounded in their youth. Preview of potentially the greatest fight card ever: UFC 249 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #27 - Desert Apple Draft Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 54:40


    It's Transplant Phoenix official, Matt and Christian welcome Drew as a third co-host. Additionally, the guys react to the NFL draft. Especially the Cardinals and the Giants, with the 8th and 4th pick overall, respectively. Also, the guys give their predictions on the Cardinals' record for 2020. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #26 - Top 10 NFL Mock Draft (Top 5 Cereals)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 47:16


    The guys give their predictions on the top 10 NFL draft picks. Obviously, they focus on the Giants with the #4 overall pick and the Cardinals with the #8 overall pick. Additionally, the podcast has a return guest (Staci) and a first time guest (Carli) to discuss their top 5 favorite cereals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #25 - The Last Movie Star

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 85:56


    The guys discuss whether we are in the last days of conventional movie stars or not. Additionally, they discuss their favorite movies, how they would deal with fame and if the Arizona Cardinals are a playoff team in 2020. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #24 - A Goon of an Avatar (Your Higher Self)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 70:18


    If you like tangents, this may be the greatest episode ever!!! The guys discuss subjects such as: life being a video game, playing NBA 2K, rich celebrities not giving their children an inheritance, knowing who your friends are, movies, movies and more movies... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #23 - Quarantine and Chill

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2020 76:50


    Matt and Christian are finally back at it again. Once again, joined by Drew to discuss the craziness going on in the world. Especially, TB12 going to the Bucs? Additionally, the guys discuss what they have been up to during the quarantine including: hobbies they've started, movies/TV shows they've watched and much more... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #22 - Pre-Quarantine Vibes (feat. Staci)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 79:37


    Matt and Christian are joined, once again, by Staci.  In this episode, the guys discuss bad neighbors, apartment life, having pets, nightmares, job interviews and more... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #21 - Fell on Black Days (feat. Staci)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 70:19


    As the corona-virus begins to loom over the world of sports, Matt and Christian discuss UFC 248 and the epic co-main event. Also, now that all sporting events have been canceled for the near future, Code Brown has been called off. What are the guys going to do with all their free time? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #20 - Code Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 64:38


    ***This episode was recorded prior to all sporting events being canceled*** Matt elaborates on his brilliant plan to leave work early. Additionally, there are multiple tangents including how to survive the zombie apocalypse, favorite TV/movie characters, preview of UFC 248 and all the sporting events that were suppose to be...  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #19 - The Legend of Pito

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 56:34


    The corona-virus continues to be a media driven narrative so the guys touch on it however, they try to keep it local as ASU fights for a spot in the big dance. Additionally, they discuss their favorite TV shows, movies they can't help but watch on cable TV and the man Matt's brother nicknamed "Pito".  Also, believe it or not, Drew is an ordained minister. Where did he get the certification?  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #18 - Back to Life...Back to Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 60:32


    Matt and Christian continue their conversation discussing topics such as the NFL combine/draft, NHL, Basketball and finding their life's purpose. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #17 - Back to Basics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 64:55


    Matt and Christian get back to basics with no guests on this podcast. After a tough week, the guys just let loose and have a good conversation spanning from the market plunge to Tom Brady's landing spot. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #16 - Your Basic Sports Package

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 70:33


    In this episode, we talk sports, sports and more sports. Matt's friend CA joins the boys on the podcast. As usual, the episode is littered with tangents, humor and stories. Also, the podcast reviewed their first taco shop...Backyard Taco --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #15 - V Day...The Hallmark Holiday

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2020 98:15


    No intro needed. Matt, Christian, Staci and Drew go right into action. A few funny stories are shared, Drew's thoughts on Valentines Day are expressed and Girl #2 makes another appearance in Drew's Life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #14 - On a Serious Note

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 84:20


    **This podcast was recorded prior to NBA All-Star Weekend** As usual, Matt and Christian start off talking about sports. Even though the NFL season is over, the NBA is heating up.  With roughly a third of the season left, the guys discuss the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest, 3-point Contest and Game. Not to mention, Phoenix Sun's own Devin Booker replaces Damian Lillard as an All-Star. Keeping it Phoenix related, Transplant Phoenix explores the possibility of reviewing nearby taco joints each week. Lastly, Matt opens up about his past relationship: 1) How it ended. 2) What he has learned. 3) His plans moving forward. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    # 13 - Dry Spell Part 2 (feat. Drew & Staci)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2020 94:28


    No intro needed, we get right into it. The madness continues with Drew... we discuss his relationship(s) after high school in the great state of Nebraska. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #12 - Dry Spell Part 1 (feat. Drew & Staci)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2020 91:14


    Matt and Christian breakdown the Super Bowl. As we thought, the Chiefs' powerful offense showed off their guns in the 4th quarter to come back from 10 points down and beat the 49ers 31-20. As far as Christian's prediction of Mahomes winning at least 4 Super Bowls, 1 down and 3 to go. Beyond sports, Transplant Phoenix had two guests on the podcast, Drew and Staci (Christian's fiance), to discuss relationships. Staci discusses how she met Christian, and as unlikely as it looked, how they ended up together. On the other-hand Drew has not closed the deal in 4, 5, 6... we are unsure on how many years it has been. In the Part 1 of this interview, we breakdown Drew's love life from grad school through high school.  As always, a few tangents and humor along the way. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #11 - Houston...We Have a Co-Host

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2020 100:53


    Transplant Phoenix has a new co-host, Christian (Google guy tryout?). Christian and Matt discuss the Conference Championship games this weekend and their potential bets: Christian's Winners: Chiefs and 49ers Christian's Bets: Chiefs/Titans, Chiefs -7, Chiefs Over 29.5, 49ers/Packers, Packers +7.5, Packers MoneyLine, Over 46.5 Matt's Winners: Chiefs and 49ers Matt's Bets: Chiefs/Titans, Chiefs -7, 49ers/Packers, Packers +7.5, Over 46.5 Additionally, they share a few stories from their past. Then, Matt shares a hobby Christian did not expect. As usually, many tangents discussed including family, formative years and more... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #10 - Divisional Weekend (feat. Christian)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2020 73:08


    Disclaimer: "We are not betting advisers." Transplant Phoenix officially had it's first guest on the podcast to discuss the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Christian and Matt's respective bets and picks are listed below: Christian's Winners: 49ers, Ravens, Chiefs and Seahawks  Christian's Bets: Vikings/49ers, Over 44.5, Ravens/Titans, Ravens -10, Titans Under 19.5, Chiefs/Texans, Chiefs -9.5, Chiefs Over 28.5, Packers/Seahawks, Seahawks +4.5, Seahawks Money Line, Under 46.5 Matt's Winners: Vikings, Ravens, Chiefs and Seahawks Matt's Bets: Vikings/49ers, Over 44.5, Vikings +7 Ravens/Titans, Titans +10, Chiefs/Texans, Texans +9.5, Packers/Seahawks, Seahawks +4.5, Under 46.5 In addition to the games, Matt and Christian discussed a few different topics: life as a sports fan in the valley, having children at a young age, how meaningful a great support system can be and finding a new direction in life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #9 - Wildcard Weekend: If I Were a Betting Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2020 23:03


    Matt discusses the NFL's Wildcard Weekend in-depth: 1) Bets he would place. 2) Some stats you may not know. 3) Teams that will move on to the divisional round. In addition to his NFL predictions, Matt talks about his continued hiatus from social media as he seeks more wisdom in the desert. Disclaimer: “I am not a betting adviser”. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #8 - Let Go and Grab On

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 17:23


    Matt reflects on the necessary steps to take control of 2020 and beyond... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #7 - The Grinch Who Stole Phoenix!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2019 30:57


    As an adult, it feels like the holiday season loses some of it's magic. Matt has a crazy idea to get the Christmas magic back. He also discusses his favorite Christmas songs, movies and memories... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #6 - A Decade In Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2019 30:13


    The Fantasy Football playoffs have begun, is the merger real? Matt discusses UFC 245 and realizes that the decade is coming to an end. As he analyzes the past decade, he discovers the most important relationship in his life...  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #5 - 31 and Just Begun?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2019 30:05


    Matt discusses Thanksgiving, the NFL, turning 31 and his attempt at a new found positive perspective. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #4 - Thanksgiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2019 27:05


    Matt discusses this past weekend in Football, specifically his NY Giants. Reliving the night his beloved Giants decided to draft Saquon Barkley instead of Sam Darnold. Finally, Matt gets a W in fantasy football to climb back to .500 and will be spending thanksgiving with the commish (Rich)! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #3 - Can I Get a Witness?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2019 25:36


    Matt discusses another bad week of fantasy football. In addition to the crazy Thursday Night Football brawl, the Suns, Cardinals and the usually random tangents he is known for. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #2 - Back from LA

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2019 23:20


    Matt is back from his weekend in LA. He talks about his recent trip, his visit to the world Famous Comedy Store as well as his unfortunate luck in fantasy football this past week. As usually, he goes on his tangents and rants during another podcast solo. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    #1 - Solo

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 10:45


    Matt discusses his epic cruise as well as fantasy football, the NFL and his move back to Phoenix... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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