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Adam's Paternity Leave continues, so why not cross the jump right back to where the Randomizer kicked us out to immediately after we did the three-part mega-Cragenisode? Patreon payments are frozen for the time being. A few resourceful new Munchies have figured out a work-around where you can join as a free member and upgrade from there to a paid account which charges you for one month and unlocks the back catalog behind the respective tier of the paywall. After that first payment, you won't be charged again until we're dropping new content (which we'll warn everyone is coming), so if you want more of this it can be had, along with access to the fully uncut episodes from 100 to present and Movie Club episodes.Praise be to the SVU Gods and the Randomizer because this week's Munchstallment “Russian Brides” has it all. The seventh ep from Season 13 not only thrusts a rusty Captain Cragen into undercover duty for the first time since before Cabot and Amaro were born, but it also traumatizes you with way-too-specific details as to what our vic went through before perishing. Add to that the unrealized prospect of high-end koozies, the irony of nicknaming a neighborhood Odessa by the Sea when the O.G. Odessa is in fact by the sea, a journey into the daunting world of the vory v zakone, and the fact this this episode feeds directly into the huge three-parter we just spent the past three weeks poring over, and you've got the recipe for a very tasty Cragenisode with a blini and a heaping portion of Captain Don's bottomless pit of sorrow.Music:Divorcio Suave - “Munchy Business”Thanks to our gracious Munchies on Patreon: Jeremy S, Jaclyn O, Amy Z, Diana R, Tony B, Barry W, Drew D, Nicky R, Stuart, Jacqi B, Natalie T, Robyn S, Amy A, Sean M, Jay S, Briley O, Asteria K, Suzanne B, Tim Y, John P, John W, Elia S, Rebecca B, Lily, Sarah L, Melsa A, Alyssa C, Johnathon M, Tiffany C, Brian B, Kate K, Whitney C, Alex, Jannicke HS, Roni C, Nourhane B, Erin M, Florina C, Melissa H, and Olivia - y'all are the best!Be a Munchie, too! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/munchmybensonBe sure to check out our other podcast diving into long unseen films of our guests' youth: Unkind Rewind at our website or on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on: BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Reddit (Adam's Twitter/BlueSky and Josh's BlueSky/Letterboxd/Substack)Join our Discord: Munch Casts ServerCheck out Munch Merch: Munch Merch at ZazzleCheck out our guest appearances:Both of us on: FMWL Pod (1st Time & 2nd Time), Storytellers from Ratchet Book Club, Chick-Lit at the Movies talking about The Thin Man, and last but not least on the seminal L&O podcast …These Are Their Stories (Adam and Josh).Josh discussing Jackie Brown with the fine folks at Movie Night Extravaganza, debating the Greatest Detectives in TV History on The Great Pop Culture Debate Podcast, and talking SVU/OC and Psych (five eps in all) on Jacked Up Review Show.Visit Our Website: Munch My BensonEmail the podcast: munchmybenson@gmail.comThe Next New Episode Once We're Back from Adam's Paternity Leave Will Be: Season 16, Episode 14 "Intimidation Game"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/munch-my-benson-a-law-order-svu-podcast--5685940/support.
There is one show where insiders share their secrets in this city. One person that they trust and respect. Opinion, reaction and the highest level of informed sports talk in Montreal. Melnick in the Afternoon, with Mitch Melnick.
Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 8-4 win over the Brewers to salvage the series finale in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get right to the bullpen bouncing back - does Tommy Nance deserve more higher leverage outings following his fifth inning Houdini act? Who is in the circle of trust after Louis Varland and Seranthony Domínguez looked good today? They discuss the offence coming up big, including great days for Nathan Lukes, Myles Straw, and George Springer, and also discuss the waiver pickup of Isiah Kiner-Falefa before the game. Plus, with rosters expanding tomorrow, they get into the cases for relievers such as Braydon Fisher, Mason Fluharty, Lazaro Estrada, and Adam Macko potentially being called up at one point or another. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Join Bryan Hayes and Dave Feschuk for hour one of OverDrive! The guys get into the Blue Jays' anticipated series with the Brewers, Shane Bieber's home debut, and what Anthony Santander can bring to the Jays in September. They get into Jerry Jones' reaction to the Micah Parsons trade before being joined by former Blue Jay Erik Kratz to tee up the Jays' series with the Brewers.
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips on the Jays' bullpen struggles, the status of the Jays' rotation, and the importance of winning the AL East.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show by previewing a battle of the titans as the Brewers and Blue Jays kick off a three-game series at the Rogers Centre. Joe Siddall joins the show (11:54) to tee up the matchup, discuss the pitching matchup as Shane Bieber is set to take the mound for his second start as a Blue Jay, and much more. Then, Mike Heller stops by (25:35) to discuss the exciting scenes in Milwaukee with the Brewers' success and the Packers landing Micah Parsons. They discuss what's behind the Brewers' NL-leading record, the team's pitching depth and injury situations, how the Packers stack up with Parsons in the fold, and much more. They end things off discussing Marner's recent comments surrounding his decision to leave Toronto and how his tenure with the Leafs came to an end. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome in Blue Jays manager John Schneider (7:04) ahead of the team's weekend series against the NL-leading Milwaukee Brewers. The skipper shares team injury updates, how Jeff Hoffman and Addison Barger have handled up-and-down months, Trey Yesavage's pathway to a postseason opportunity, Davis Schneider's evolution as a big leaguer, and much more. Later, NESN analyst and former World Series champion Jonathan Papelbon (30:32) swings by to discuss Walker Buehler's release from the Red Sox today, how much credit Alex Cora gets for Boston's mid-season turnaround, and the pressure on a closer at this time of the season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off your Friday by going over some of Mitch Marner's comments from an recent interview. The guys then get into the excitement surrounding Shane Bieber's start today and the Blue Jays' upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The pair chat about the expectations, not only for the Bieber, but also the Jays this weekend against the Brew Crew. How much do we need to see for Bieber to cement his place as the ace of the staff. The guys pivot to the NFL to discuss Micah Parson's trade to the Packers last night, the reasoning behind the move, and how much is the past influencing the present for Jerry Jones given the recent release of the Cowboys' documentary. This leads to Ben and Sam to compare the some of the most infuriating trades for fan bases across the sporting world. Finally, the guys talk about the potential end of Russell Westbrook's NBA career and how he will be remembered.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off the second hour of the show looking back on Shane Bieber's debut for the Toronto Blue Jays and debate why it was one of the best starts of his career. What do the guys hope to see today? They move along to tee up the rest of the Blue Jays' series against Brewers and question why more people aren't talking about this weekend's set. Later, the guys get into Mitch Marner's recent sit-down interview and how it leaves them feeling. Does this make the divorce easier to swallow or ignite the flames all over again? Charles Davis (27:35), NFL on CBS analyst, joins the show to share his thoughts on the Micah Parsons deal and how the Cowboys will look without him, before offering a quick season preview ahead of Week 1!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jamie Baker on the Sens' offseason and what's to come, getting set for the Jays and Brewers, Labour Day weekend in the CFL, and Micah Parsons to the Packers
Join Bryan Hayes, Keegan Matheson, and Frankie Corrado for hour three of OverDrive! The guys get further into the Miach Parsons trade. They are joined by Golic & Golic co-host Mike Golic Jr. to get more into the Parsons trade. Keegan then gives his wish list of things to see from the Jays in September.
In her twenty-two seasons as the head coach of Creighton Women's Volleyball, Kirsten Bernthal-Booth led the Jays from the hinterlands to national prominence. On April 6, 2025, Kirsten stepped down from the head coaching position to become the President of Business Operations for the LOVB Omaha professional franchise. On the same day, Associate Head Coach Brian Rosen was named the Head Coach of Creighton Women's Volleyball. Brian talks with Terry about his journey as a high school, club, and DII head coach and the outlook for the current Creighton roster led by a terrific outside hitter, Ava Martin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On hour one of the Big Show Plus, Garret Vander Ploeg and Aazam Ali Nanji are joined by Andrew Hoskins to preview the first matchup between the Stampeders and the Elks in the Labour Day Classic. Familiar faces on both sides will face their former organizations for the first time in this Battle of Alberta.(29:11) To wrap up the show, GVP and Aazam discuss the Jays bullpen and if it is good enough to win the American League and hopefully the World Series.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Reflection on Tony Saladino – Tampa Baseball iconTampa Bay Rays Youth movement:Carson Williams – first MLB home run, strong defensive presence, potential long-term answer at shortstopIan Seymour – lefty starter showing promiseEverson Pereira – solid defense, working into outfield rotationBrian Van Belle – strong Durham performance, early success in MLB debutJunior Caminero – chasing 50+ home runs at age 21, comparisons to Evan Longoria's early career statsChandler Simpson – speed threat, but struggling at the plateYandy Díaz & Brandon Lowe continue to mentor and produce Trop update: new roof construction underway2026 - Rays building around Williams, Caminero, Seymour, Simpson, Curet, & others Jays' Bo Bichette's free agency may reshape shortstop market; Rays could leverage Ha-Seong Kim's contract Little League World Series ExperienceMark's trip to Williamsport with his brother Chris:4 games in a single day (U.S. and international brackets) Emotional highs and lows: kids' joy in victory, heartbreak in defeat Memorable sportsmanship amongst teams Chinese Taipei & Korea producing strong talent; ties to Australian Baseball LeagueWould the LLWS ever move overseasBrooke Mrozek, Team Manager of the Florida Bolts Girls Baseball TeamAll-girls baseball organization serving ages 7–18 across Florida Teams compete in national tournaments, including Sparks, Nevada where:12U team won 1st place (minor division) 16U team finished 2nd place (minor division)Brooke's daughter served as a coach for the 12U team10 collegiate women's teams (e.g., Cal Poly) Launch of the (WPBL) in 2026 Bolts Player DevelopmentContinue with local rec/travel teams and unite for monthly practicesPractices emphasize both skill-building and fun (e.g., slip-and-slide sliding drills) Being a mentor beyond parents—“I believe in you. You belong.”Funding ChallengesFlorida Bolts is a nonprofit, relying on donations, fundraisers, & sponsorshipsPast support included the Tampa Bay Rays, funding has decreased in recent yearsCurrent fundraiser: 50/50 raffle Upcoming Opportunity: The Barclay Cup in AustraliaBolts are the first international team invited to this prestigious tournament happening next monthHistoric opportunity to bridge U.S. and Australian girls' baseball Sponsorships and donations needed to cover travel, lodging, tournament fees, and uniformsSupport the Florida BoltsFacebook & Instagram: Florida Bolts BaseballEmail: FloridaBoltsBaseball@yahoo.comDonations/Sponsorships: via Venmo, Cash App, or PayPal (details on Facebook page)50/50 raffle currently activeClosing Message from Brooke - Goal is to create opportunities and support girls in baseballSponsorships, donations, and even sharing posts online make a difference“Baseball isn't just for boys anymore—girls can do this.”You can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps
JD reflects on the Blue Jays' latest comeback win against the Twins, along with the decision to implement a six-man rotation. Brady Quinn, FOX NFL analyst, joins the show to discuss some of the biggest stories in the NFL heading into the new season (00:00). They run through Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, the Steelers' addition of Aaron Rodgers, and the Browns' quarterback room that includes Joe Flacco and Shedeur Sanders, before chatting about Caleb Williams heading into his sophomore season with the Bears and rookie J.J. McCarthy as he begins his NFL career with the Vikings. Later, JD adds on to his Blue Jays rotation take, and reacts to Connor McDavid's comments at Team Canada's Olympic Orientation Camp regarding his upcoming contract negotiations with the Oilers (34:53). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome in Blue Jays Central's Caleb Joseph (3:28) to weigh in on the Blue Jays' series against the Minnesota Twins, the bullpen's struggles keeping runners on base, who slots into the Jays' two-hole in an ideal order, whether Eric Lauer's rocky start is a red flag for the rotation's extended rest, and which relievers are in the 'circle of trust.' Later, former Blue Jays manager and two-time World Series champion Cito Gaston (31:23) joins the show to reflect on his upcoming induction into the Negro League Baseball Museum's Hall of Game, his relationship with other inductees Dusty Baker, Jerry Manuel, and Willie Randolph, and his thoughts on the 2025 Blue Jays as they make the final push to the playoffs.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker quickly recap the Blue Jays late game comeback against the Minnesota Twins and Jeff Hoffman's redemption in the 9th inning before bringing on former pitcher and MLB Network Analyst Dan Plesac (5:55) to chat about what he saw from Shane Bieber's first outing against the Miami Marlins since coming off Tommy John, how the Jays' top three pitchers stack up against other teams' top starters, what are clear red flags coming from your closers as we near October, his assessment of Jeff Hoffman, and how the Milwaukee Brewers have the best record in the AL. Then, The Athletic's Twins reporter Dan Hayes stops by (31:19) to discuss the team's hitting differences since letting go of the current Jays hitting coach David Popkins, how David found success with Toronto's lineup, and his ability to work with hitters. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
With less than 30 games remaining, the Blue Jays are riding one of their most successful regular seasons in years (0:36). Arden and Ben take a big-picture look at how how the Jays can optimise their rotation deployment down the stretch (16:33), the Yankees' threat in the AL East (33:26), and the future for John Schneider and Mark Shapiro — both on expiring contracts (42:15). Finally, they discuss Andrés Giménez's offensive ceiling (52:11) and break down the team's recent bullpen struggles (1:00:00), including potential solutions for Jeff Hoffman.Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.caThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Guests: Blue Jays starter Max Scherzer, left fielder Davis Schneider, reliever Tommy Nance The Blue Jays are getting set for a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers, who have the best record in MLB, and they'll go into it just half a game behind the Detroit Tigers for the best record in the American League. Bullpen questions abound, and we discuss those on this episode of Deep Left Field, and also welcome Max Scherzer to the podcast for the first time. The 41-year-old, Cooperstown-bound starting pitcher is showing glimpses of the pitcher who won three Cy Young awards every time out and we discuss his comeback from three months missed with a thumb injury. We also try to get him to compare this Jays team to the three teams he's played on that have been to the World Series, but he's not looking past his next start. Davis Schneider homered twice Wednesday night and has been red-hot in the month of August, batting .341 with an 1.123 OPS. He joins the show to talk about his turnaround and to sing the praises of his roommate, Ernie Clement, and of Joey Loperfido, who is likely to move back in with them shortly. And 34-year-old Tommy Nance, who has a 0.90 ERA out of the bullpen in 17 appearances, discusses his long and winding path to the big leagues, his flourishing in his role with the Jays and how excited he is to be part of a September pennant push for the first time in his career.
The Jays stuck it to their most annoyingly miserable fans on Wednesday night with a wild comeback win to salvage a series win over the post-deadline husk of the Minnesota Twins, but a 5-4 stretch against sub-.500 teams and a collective bullpen wobble has frayed a lot of nerves, and this week we try to make sense of what's going on with a huge series against the Brewers on the horizon—not to mentioned a much tougher schedule ahead, and the Red Sox and Yankees footsteps audible.Plus! The potential end of the Lauer Hour, Davis Schneider appreciation, and a whole lot more!FOR AN AD-FREE VERSION OF THIS EPISODE AND WEEKLY BONUS SHOWS, SUPPORT US AT patreon.com/BJHH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off the final hour of the FAN Morning Show with Sportsnet NHL reporter Luke Fox. They discuss Connor McDavid's comments from the Hockey Canada orientation camp and what implications they may have for his free agency. The conversation also covers Team Canada's objectives for the camp and Luke's insights on the top remaining RFAs. Later, ESPN's Jesse Rogers (23:06) joins to discuss the Milwaukee Brewers' success and what Blue Jays fans can expect when the Brewers come to town on Friday, along with his thoughts on the Jays.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Sam McKee take a look at how the Blue Jays plan to manage the rotation down the stretch here. They question if skipping José Berríos is the right choice, if they should they be priming the big three of Shane Bieber, Max Scherzer and Kevin Gausman for the postseason, and the trickle-down effect of that on the bullpen. Is there a chance we see Trey Yesavage up here in September? The guys also chat about what this season done for George Springer's legacy and if he has bought himself a free pass for next year in Toronto. Later, Ben and Sam share their thoughts on Keegan Bradley's Ryder Cup selection and debate if not selecting himself to play was the right choice. Rob Longley, Blue Jays beat reporter for the Toronto Sun, joins the show to share his experience from Rogers Centre last night and how he is feeling about the team right now. Rob wraps up with thoughts on Anthony Santander's outlook this year and why Ernie Clement has not gone on the IL yet.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off your Thursday morning recapping one of the Blue Jays' signature wins of the year! Sam McKee was there, and he gives his on-site report of the feeling heading into the eighth inning and what the atmosphere was like in Rogers Centre as Toronto took the lead. They chat about Jeff Hoffman's redemption game, securing the save one night after his disastrous outing. Did they have any doubts about him closing the show? The pair also chat about the team's ability to claw back late in games, before debating if Eric Lauer's mojo might've been squandered after his long layoff. Later, the guys then get into Connor McDavid's comments about a potential contact extension with the Oilers and his lack of commitment currently. Ben and Sam question if there should be more attention on this, why a deal hasn't been inked yet, and if other teams should be prioritizing McDavid's free agency?The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Keegan Bradley doesn't pick himself for the Ryder Cup, Addison Barger comes up clutch for the Jays, and JFresh predicts the Sens are in the playoffs
In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, plus they get the latest Jays updates from Blue Jays television commentator Dan Shulman. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Hour 1 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off show the guys discuss another blown save for Jeff Hoffman as the Jays fall to the Twins on Tuesday night. Plus, a new challenge was presented by George for Matt and producers GVP and Aazam.(26:44) Later on, Matty Rose gets you all caught up on the world of sports in the Rose Report! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Chris Leroux (1:33) to discuss Jeff Hoffman's blown save against the Twins on Tuesday, if he has ever been booed off an MLB mound and whether Blue Jays fans should continue to trust their closer. Then, following Team USA announcing their picks for the Ryder Cup, Mark Immelman joins the show (25:58) to break down the controversial selections for USA and captain Keegan Bradley, the pressure McIlroy will face as a European captain, what to expect from Team Europe, and much more. Ailish and Justin end things off with a look at Connor McDavid's quotes on his future and whether he will be signed before the start of the NHL season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
JD acknowledges that the summer in Toronto is nearing it's end after heading down to Rogers Centre for the Blue Jays' loss to the Twins, and gives his thoughts on George Springer's continued excellence at the plate and the latest collapse by the bullpen (00:00). Joe Siddall, Sportsnet Blue Jays analyst, joins JD to continue the discussion on the concern level in the bullpen, before getting into questions about the outfield with Anthony Santander expected to make an eventual return, and how the rotation is looking with just over a month left in the regular season (8:40). Later, JD dives into William Nylander's comments at the NHL's European Player Media Tour, as he discussed Mitch Marner leaving the Maple Leafs (39:16). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 7-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins and discuss Jeff Hoffman's ninth-inning blowup. They get into the team's bullpen-wide slump, George Springer's two-homer game and Chris Bassitt's start. Later, Jeff and Kevin open up the Back Leg Line to answer your calls and questions. Should the Jays have added a bona fide closer at the deadline? Can Springer sustain his scorching August form? Will Eric Lauer make a permanent move to the bullpen? And more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays 7-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to Jeff Hoffman's outing to forget, as he surrendered a 4-3 lead and coughed up four runs in the ninth inning. They discuss John Schneider's overall bullpen deployment, their level of concern with the relief group moving forward, and a silver lining to be found in George Springer's multi-homer night.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben and Sam continue their discussion on the Blue Jays bullpen after a letdown yesterday that called their confidence into question. The duo dive into just how much their recent struggles have actually hurt the team and caused them to lose ground in division, before looking back at the trade deadline to debate if there were better, or more, moves to be made. They sift through some potential internal options like Ryan Borucki, Trey Yesavage, and even Alek Manoah. Are any of them viable or potentially helpful down the stretch? Adam Stanley (27:30), Sportsnet golf reporter, stops by to share what it was like on site during Brooke Henderson's CPKC Women's Open victory. He discusses what's left for the Canadian to accomplish in her career, along with Keegan Bradley's big decision today as Team USA captain to determine if he will name himself as a player for the Ryder Cup.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and Sam McKee look back on a frustrating loss for the Blue Jays in front of their home crowd. The pair break down the collapse in the ninth inning by the bullpen and the level of confidence in Jeff Hoffman after coughing up the lead and allowing the Twins to comeback to win the game and tie the series. Will this become a problem in the postseason? What would it take to remove Hoffman from the closing role? Who would be the next man up? On a positive note, Ben and Sam get into George Springer's resurgence that continued in full force last night with a pair of home runs, before looking at Addison Barger's recent slump and some former Jays prospects on the Twins. To wrap up the hour, the boys touch on the Swift-Kelce engagement, Keegan Bradley's big decision today, and if Toronto really is a city that complains too much.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Construction wreaking havoc on Ottawa traffic, Carter Yakemchuk's chances to start the season in the NHL, and John Schneider on his struggling bullpen
Kevin Haime on who should be the captain's picks for the Ryder Cup, looking ahead to tonight's Jays game, and some "on this day" moments
Josh Elliott-Wolfe & Dominic Šramaty host. Julia Kreuz joins the show to talk Blue Jays. Will Jeff Hoffman continue to be the closer? George Springer finds the fountain of youth, and when will Bichette sign? Then, it's time for "Cap or no cap". The guys talk about the Canucks NHL 26 ratings, and which prospect is most likely to make the roster? ESPN Hockey reporter Greg Wyshynski joins the show. The guys talk Crosby & Malkin's future in Pittsburgh, McDavid extension in Edmonton, and more NHL news. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Grab a cold one and settle in for a wild ride through the Toronto Blue Jays' red-hot 2025 season with Brent and special guest Scott Belford from the Walk Off podcast. They're breaking down the Jays' incredible turnaround, from Bo Bichette's bat catching fire to 41-year-old Max Scherzer still bringing the heat. Is this the year Canada's team finally goes all the way? Scott thinks it might just be their best shot in decades. Also, what's the deal with MLB expansion? Get ready for some old-school baseball talk, a dash of nostalgia for the 2015 squad, and maybe even a Looney Dog story or two. Don't miss this one, folks – it's a grand slam of Blue Jays goodness that'll have you counting down the days till October
On hour one of the Big Show Plus, Garret Vander Ploeg and Aazam Ali Nanji is joined by Zack Worden to break down the Jays victory in the opening game against the Twins. Zach dives into the Jays pitching plan heading into the postseason and how the Jays will deploy their starters.(27:31) To wrap up the show, GVP and Aazam discuss the future of Mikael Backlund and if it makes sense for the Flames to keep their captain past the upcoming seasonThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
JD is joined by Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, to begin Tuesday's show. JD opens with thoughts on live events in the city on the heels of Oasis' concert at Rogers Stadium, before getting into the issues with PitchCom during the Blue Jays latest victory in their series opener against the Twins (00:00). They break down Shane Bieber's Blue Jays debut in Miami after missing nearly two seasons to Tommy John surgery, and project how Bieber can elevate the Jays chances in the American League, and they also praise Alejandro Kirk for his performance in 2025 after getting his contract extension in the off-season (15:35). Later, the guys look at the Blue Jays bullpen additions in Seranthony Domínguez and Louie Varland, and continue the conversation on what the pitching staff will look like in the playoffs (33:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Blue Jays' 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins to kick off a three-game series. They get into Andrés Giménez's adjustment at the plate before reflecting on the team's consistency since the All-Star break. Then, ahead of his start tonight, they debate whether Chris Bassitt's home/road split discrepancy is overblown. Later, retired MLB outfielder and Twins TV analyst Denard Span (23:09) discusses the Twins' future outlook after their fire-sale at the deadline, what the Jays' bats can expect from tonight's starter Bailey Ober, the next step in Royce Lewis' development, and former Twin Louis Varland's potential as a starter in Toronto.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome in Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly (0:51) to chat about the success throughout their lineup this season, their home versus road performances, whether he sees their hitting approach translating well into the postseason, Addison Barger's evolution in his bat skills, Vlad Jr.'s 2025, and how John Schneider has navigated managing. Then, Blue Jays TV play-by-play voice Dan Shulman stops by (28:36) to discuss the expectations on when Anthony Santander could return to the main roster, the team's success rate at Rogers Centre, Dan's walkthrough with the Jays' Trajekt tech hitting machine, how Schneider maps out his bullpen pitchers up until calling upon his closer, and Andrés Giménez's presence in the infield. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 10-4 win over the Twins to open the three-game series in Toronto! They take your calls and texts, and get right to the offence breaking through, including Andrés Giménez and Alejandro Kirk both going yard off Joe Ryan. They discuss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. driving in two runs in his return to the starting lineup, Nathan Lukes with a two-RBI night, and Max Scherzer giving up four earned runs over six innings of work. Plus, how important is it this year of all years for the Jays to win the division and get a first-round bye? The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
In the final hour, Ben & Daniele discuss the Blue Jays' recent success with Blake Murphy from Sportsnet, focusing on improved hitting strategies under Dave Popkins and trusted pitchers. They also check in with Adnan Virk (23:09) from MLB Network, who shares insights on the significance of Shane Bieber's acquisition for the postseason. The trio discusses divisional races and A.L. MVP contenders.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Ben and Daniele continue talking baseball into the second hour of Tuesday's program. The hosts discuss the latest reports on Anthony Santander and his possible return to the Blue Jays active roster. What would his role be with the team? Caleb Joseph, former MLB catcher turned Sportsnet analyst, offers his insight into why the Jays seemed to dominate Joe Ryan last night, the starting rotation's recent success, and the importance of Alejandro Kirk. The trio also chat about how catcher's deal with umpires around the league, before brainstorming some ideas of how to improve PitchCom. Next up, MLB Network Insider, Jon Morosi (25:25), checks in on the standings and evaluates which teams' pitching staffs are poised to have the most success in the postseason. Jon wraps up with thoughts on the American League MVP race between Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Ben Ennis and guest host Daniele Franceschi start today's show talking Blue Jays, who kicked off their homestand with a big win over the Twins. They zero in on Minnesota starter Joe Ryan's fastball, that posed as a real test for Toronto, which they passed with ease scoring four runs in the first inning. B&D discuss if Ryan seemed off, if it was a product of his environment, or if it's all part of the advantage the Jays now get at home. They also take some time to chat about George Springer, who was pushed back to playing the outfield with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. filling the DH spot. Could this affect Springer's resurgence? The pair also touch on Andrés Giménez' offensive expectations, Max Scherzer's start, Byron Buxton's odd career, and the issues with PitchCom. To close the hour, the boys weigh in on where Auston Matthews ranked on NHL Network's list of the top centres around the NHL (38:55).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.
Another win for Max Scherzer and the Jays, Cal Raleigh hits his 50th, and longing for the good ol' days of cable bundles
Pub trivia nights, the Sens announce some minor league signings, the Jays beat up on the Twins, and the latest on the NFL's hold ins
Adam's Paternity Leave continues, so why not cross the finish line of the three-part bonanza that put Captain Don Cragen in more existential peril more than any Captain should be. Patreon payments are frozen for the time being. A few resourceful new Munchies have figured out a work-around where you can join as a free member and upgrade from there to a paid account which charges you for one month and unlocks the back catalog behind the respective tier of the paywall. After that first payment, you won't be charged again until we're dropping new content (which we'll warn everyone is coming), so if you want more of this it can be had, along with access to the fully uncut episodes from 100 to present and Movie Club episodes.In Part 2 of our deconstruction of the epic two-parter, "Lost Reputation/Above Suspicion" (S14E01), Josh and Adam get deep into the nitty gritty of the pressing questions that energize Munchheads the world over: Which French noir director had a better grasp of mise en scene, Jean-Pierre Melville or Henri-Georges Clouzot? Is consensual knife play more GGG than paying escorts to talk to pathetic old men? Is Dean Winters actually, after all these years, a good actor? Find out the answers to these important questions plus a breakdown of the massive amount of plot in this mega episode of Law & Order: SVU.Music:Divorcio Suave - "Munchy Business"Thanks to our gracious Munchies on Patreon: Jeremy S, Jaclyn O, Amy Z, Diana R, Tony B, Barry W, Drew D, Nicky R, Stuart, Jacqi B, Natalie T, Robyn S, Amy A, Sean M, Jay S, Briley O, Asteria K, Suzanne B, Tim Y, John P, John W, Elia S, Rebecca B, Lily, Sarah L, Melsa A, Alyssa C, Johnathon M, Tiffany C, Brian B, Kate K, Whitney C, Alex, Jannicke HS, Roni C, Nourhane B, Erin M, Florina C, Melissa H, and Olivia - y'all are the best!Be a Munchie, too! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/munchmybensonBe sure to check out our other podcast diving into long unseen films of our guests' youth: Unkind Rewind at our website or on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on: BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Reddit (Adam's Twitter/BlueSky and Josh's BlueSky/Letterboxd/Substack)Join our Discord: Munch Casts ServerCheck out Munch Merch: Munch Merch at ZazzleCheck out our guest appearances:Both of us on: FMWL Pod (1st Time & 2nd Time), Storytellers from Ratchet Book Club, Chick-Lit at the Movies talking about The Thin Man, and last but not least on the seminal L&O podcast …These Are Their Stories (Adam and Josh).Josh discussing Jackie Brown with the fine folks at Movie Night Extravaganza, debating the Greatest Detectives in TV History on The Great Pop Culture Debate Podcast, and talking SVU/OC and Psych (five eps in all) on Jacked Up Review Show.Visit Our Website: Munch My BensonEmail the podcast: munchmybenson@gmail.comThe Next New Episode Once We're Back from Adam's Paternity Leave Will Be: Season 16, Episode 14 "Intimidation Game"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/munch-my-benson-a-law-order-svu-podcast--5685940/support.
On hour one of the Big Show Plus, Garret Vander Ploeg is joined by Daniele Franceschi to gear up for the upcoming NFL season. What have we learned from the preseason, and what teams are expected to take a big step forward? Plus, a look at the Jays with only 5 weeks left in the regular season.(34:47) To wrap up the show, GVP is joined by Aazam Ali Nanji to break down the Stampeders win to sweep the season series against the RoughridersThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert are joined by Toronto Sun's Rob Longley to chat about the moral boost coming off a successful return to the mound for Shane Bieber and his new teammates around him, how a ride of good outings from the former Cy Young Award winner could shape the Blue Jays' playoff starters, what is the top concern for John Schneider's club to sharpen before October, Daulton Varsho's batting power, and where we could expect Anthony Santander slot back in once he's healthy. Then, host of the No Challenges Remaining Podcast Ben Rothenberg stops by to discuss the mayhem during Benjamin Bonzi vs. Daniil Medvedev's match, the challenging task playing in New York's environment, if Carlos Alcaraz's new 'haircut' can give him a boost during this tournament, how much stock he'd buy on Ben Shelton, and Victoria Mboko's early exit following a successful National Bank Open. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.
Ben and Sam continue into the second hour with more on the Blue Jays as they return to the winning confines of Rogers Centre tonight. The hosts dive deeper into Shane Bieber's first start for Toronto, before looking ahead to Friday's highly anticipated bout against MLB's best team, the Milwaukee Brewers. How does this compare to the Blue Jays' acquisition of David Price at the deadline in 2015? The pair also take some time to reflect on what has propelled the Jays to the top of the American League East division this season. Trey Wingo (26:22), host of the new podcast Straight Facts Homie, talks some golf including Tommy Fleetwood's first PGA win and the intrigue of the Ryder Cup. Trey also shares some lessons and storylines that have come out of the now wrapped up NFL preseason.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.