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On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike examines the state of the Philadelphia Phillies as they head into the MLB playoffs and a matchup with the Atlanta Braves. He breaks down a disappointing loss for Penn State in their big ten opener against Wisconsin and gripes with fan overreaction. Mike runs through the weekend's notable games in college football and the NFL and declares who is already cooked. The show closes with a Flyers preview highlighting their betting odds and offseason roster changes. Phillies clinch wild card spot (1:40) Nittany Lions brutal loss (13:00) NFL Week 3 Dead List (31:12) Flyers preview (37:03) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 Take back control of your life with BRICK. Use link: https://www.getbrick.com/MICHAEL11859 Any and all landscaping needs: www.waystonelandscapes.com FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike reacts to the Philadelphia Eagles win over the Tennessee Titans and mulls over whether the team is not very good or if injuries and new pieces have them stumbling out of the gate. He gives his stud and dud of the game and recognizes an unlikely late game strategy. Mike looks ahead to the Monday Night Football matchup with the Chicago Bears and highlights the notable games of NFL Week 2. He reviews the week in College Football and responds to criticism of Penn State. The show closes with a call on the Sixers bringing back Matt Cord, the Phillies DFA'ing Orion Kerkering and a lighter Matvei Michkov at Flyers training camp. Eagles/Titans (1:10) Early thoughts on the Bears matchup (17:05) NFL Week 2 (20:06) College Football Week 3 (28:58) Penn State overrated? (34:45) Call on Sixers PA announcer (39:04) Phils and Flyers (43:45) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 Take back control of your life with BRICK. Use link: https://www.getbrick.com/MICHAEL11859 Any and all landscaping needs: www.waystonelandscapes.com FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike gives his postgame reaction to the Philadelphia Eagles victory over the Washington Commanders. He recaps the biggest games of the weekend in the NFL and College Football, including Penn State's win over Temple. The show closes with a segment on the homerun trot heard round Philly from Bryce Harper. Eagles/Commanders (1:25) NFL Week 1 (19:20) CFB Week 2 + Bone to pick of the week (29:21) Phillies fans turning on Harper? Come again? (38:11) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 Take back control of your life with BRICK. Use link: https://www.getbrick.com/MICHAEL11859 Any and all landscaping needs: www.waystonelandscapes.com FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike reacts to the controversial ending to Western Michigan vs Michigan. He provides his takeaways from the opening week of college football and Matt Campbell's debut win with Penn State. The show shifts to the NFL and a preview of the Philadelphia Eagles season. Mike reviews odds, roster changes and provides his keys to success for the Birds. The episode closes with an Eagles schedule prediction, potential surprises for the upcoming NFL season and Super Bowl picks. Bone to Pick of the Week (1:03) Penn State (14:20) Eagles preview (23:30) NFL season predictions (41:50) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 Take back control of your life with BRICK. Use link: https://www.getbrick.com/MICHAEL11859 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike previews the Penn State Football season as Matt Campbell heads into his debut season with the Nittany Lions. Mike gives his annual schedule prediction and shifts to a national college football preview. He reviews preseason favorites, storylines and provides his potential national championship winners. Odds and thoughts on Penn State (1:09) Game by game schedule prediction (17:11) National preview + buy/sell (24:42) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike shares his initial reaction to the Philadelphia 76ers signing LeBron James to a two-year contract. He runs through the pros and poses some questions that the star-studded Sixers will face in the upcoming season. Initial reaction from Mike and caller (0:00) Pros (9:45) Questions (18:38) Missed Sixers call from May (26:54) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike celebrates the Flyers return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, looks back on the season and gets you ready for the Pittsburgh Penguins. He wants to shrink the game after The Masters and a recent golf round. The show closes with reaction to some shocking news regarding a Philly sports media personality. Flyers talk (0:00) Bone to pick of the week (22:31) Come again?! (31:12) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike previews the Philadelphia Phillies 2026 season after MLB Opening Day. He examines the playoff prospects of the Flyers and Sixers. Mike's bone to pick is with the NFL showcasing flag football and the date of the upcoming season opener. The show closes with a discussion on accountability as the tough, old school coaches continue to advance in the NCAA Tournament. Phils outlook (2:55) Three things to watch for (10:24) Flyers, Sixers playoff chances (17:14) Bone to pick of the week (23:31) Come again?! (30:56) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike returns from a few weeks off with a personal update and recap of a recent North Carolina golf trip. He responds to a listener call on overtime hockey and a desirable United States netminder for the Philadelphia Flyers. Mike analyzes the Flyers moves, or lack thereof, at the NHL Trade Deadline. He reacts to the biggest signings in NFL Free Agency and reviews the Eagles additions and subtractions. Slow play at The Players Championship is the subject of the bone to pick of the week and Bryce Harper's numbers at the World Baseball Classic are eye opening. The show closes highlighting the local schools getting ready to lace 'em up for March Madness. Winter blues and NC golf trip (00:32) Hockey call and Flyers post TDL (8:17) NFL/Eagles FA (22:17) Bone to pick of the week (31:26) Come again?! (36:01) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike reacts to the United States Men's Hockey team capturing Olympic gold for the first time since 1980 with a 2-1 overtime win over Team Canada. He has a bone to pick with the recent discussion in Philadelphia around the Eagles drafting a quarterback. Mike shares some inside information on the end of the 2025 season, staff changes and player offseason plans. The show closes with an examination of a new James Franklin tag line at Virginia Tech. Gold medal game reaction (1:10) Bone to pick of the week (15:17) Eagles insider updates (20:08) Come again?! (27:57) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike reacts to the release and accompanying revelations of former Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos. He analyzes Bryce Harper's first media availability of 2026 and explains why the organization feels dysfunctional to start the campaign. Mike takes issue with some of the media questions on distractions and t-shirts. Adolis Garcia looks ready to mash and a listener cashed in big on the Pebble Beach Pro AM. The show closes with a listener call on the state of football and if Mike believes the USA men's hockey can take down Canada in the Olympics. Nick Castellanos released (1:20) Harper's state of the union (12:05) Bone to pick of the week (22:25) Come again?! (26:53) Caller on football's demise? (31:42) Men's Olympic hockey outlook (35:57) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike reacts to the big game bust as Seattle defeated New England for the NFL crown. He identifies an imbalance of narrative vs performance among quarterbacks Drake Maye and Jalen Hurts. He chimes in on an eventful news week for the Philadelphia Flyers and the bizarre Sixers trade of Jared McCain. A caller wants a plate appearance against Aaron Nola. Mike has a bone to pick with the Waste Management crowd and is taken aback by an excited AJ Brown. SB and NFL season reaction (00:14) Flyers chaos (10:50) Sixers trade deadline (20:14) Call on WBC tryout (24:52) Waste Management behavior (31:30) AJ Brown excited and Jeff Stoutland exits (35:27) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike previews the NFL's ultimate game as the Seahawks and Patriots are set to do battle in Super Bowl 60. He breaks down the key matchups and provides the latest odds, metrics and historical betting trends. Mike reacts to the Philadelphia Eagles hire of Sean Mannion as offensive coordinator and the suspension of Sixers forward Paul George. The show closes with analysis of the Levi's Stadium playing surface for the big game, a flashback to the Sodfather and Mike's prediction. SB preview (1:24) Eagles OC hire (20:34) Bone to pick of the week (29:02) Come again!? (32:25) Big game prediction (36:43) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike reacts to the NFL Conference Championship games and analyzes the early betting odds for Super Bowl 60. He reviews recent head coaching hires and highlights the remaining vacancies. Mike refutes the comments of local radio hosts regarding the Eagles offensive coordinator search and postseason rooting interests for Birds fans. He highlights a head scratching cash out on a massive parlay and the up and down experience that is Flyers hockey. Patriots vs Broncos (00:39) Rams vs Seahawks (11:40) SB line, total and initial analysis (16:57) NFL head coach carousel (20:43) Bones to pick of the week (22:44) Come again!? (31:56) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw

On this Philly Sports podcast episode, Mike reacts to the four divisional round games in the NFL and looks ahead to conference championship weekend. He shares his favorite candidates in the Eagles offensive coordinator search and explains how the hire can extinguish the leaks and speculation surrounding quarterback Jalen Hurts. Bones to pick of the week are with the Phillies as the Bo Bichette pursuit ended in disappointment and a local golf influencer lecturing on social media. A recent NBC Sports Philadelphia hire had Mike's head spinning. The show closes with an update on the struggling Flyers and a resurgence of fan discontent. Bills vs Broncos (4:10) 49ers vs Seahawks (11:32) Texans vs Patriots (14:02) Rams vs Bears (17:51) AFC/NFC Champ lines and thoughts (22:09) Eagles OC search and Hurts noise (27:02) Bones to pick of the week (33:44) Come again!? (40:30) Flyers update (43:43) Be heard on the next episode - leave a voicemail: 215 690 1363 FOLLOW Mike https://instagram.com/mikeg_tfts https://www.tiktok.com/@mikeg_tfts https://twitter.com/MikeG_TFTS https://linktr.ee/tftspod Join the FREE DISCORD https://discord.gg/w9rp3quAjs Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports/id1579511518 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCtEnbEKKE9orzYZ0UMI5 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/62afe299-81d3-44dc-a113-db79c1bdfb34/the-fan-talking-straight-philadelphia-sports iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-fan-talking-straight-p-207224863/ Pocketcasts: https://pca.st/2bf9lgnw