Best Persistent Rumor Podcasts (2025)

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14 Characteristics Of Fascism 6:16

15d ago6:16

6:16

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Ep 336: Grading Red Sox position players at the midway point — from Alex Bregman, Wilyer Abreu to Connor Wong 32:57

2d ago32:57

32:57

In Part II of their midseason report card podcast series, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take a stab at grading Red Sox position players on their first-half performances. The writers discuss the highs (Alex Bregman and Carlos Narváez), the lows (Jarren Duran and Connor Wong) and everyone in between. Part I featured position players earlier …

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Ep 335: Grading Red Sox pitchers at the midway point — from Garrett Crochet to Tanner Houck, Walker Buehler 37:44

4d ago37:44

37:44

In Part I of their midseason report card podcast series, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam take a stab at grading Red Sox pitchers on their first-half performances. The writers discuss the highs (Garrett Crochet and Aroldis Chapman), the lows (Tanner Houck and Walker Buehler) and everyone in between. Part II will feature position player grades…

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Ep 334: Recapping the Red Sox being swept in Anaheim, plus an early trade deadline preview (and why the games before the All-Star break matter so much) 25:58

8d ago25:58

25:58

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss a reeling Red Sox team that found different ways to lose on the West Coast and returns home having lost five in a row. The writers talk about the importance of the upcoming pre-All-Star break stretch and what those games will mean when it comes time for Craig Breslow to make a buy/sell decision. Cotill…

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Ep 333: What do the Red Sox do with Walker Buehler? Plus defensive issues persist and an early trade deadline preview (Alex Bregman? Jarren Duran?) 33:51

11d ago33:51

33:51

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are on different coasts but still find a way to get together to talk about a sloppy three-game stretch from the Red Sox. The writers discuss Walker Buehler's future in the rotation, plus hypothesize on what might be done to fix Boston's ongoing defensive issues. Cotillo and McAdam also talk about what the Sox …

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Ep 332: Unpacking the fallout of the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers, plus thoughts on Kristian Campbell's demotion & more 29:31

15d ago29:31

29:31

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are both in San Francisco as the Red Sox get set to take on Rafael Devers and the Giants this weekend. The writers discuss Devers' introductory press conference in the Bay Area, the fallout from the trade that sent him west and the details that have emerged (including Alex Cora's role). Cotillo and McAdam also…

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Ep 331: EMERGENCY Pod -- Rafael Devers traded to Giants in messy divorce with Red Sox 40:47

19d ago40:47

40:47

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down the shocking, groundbreaking trade that sent Rafael Devers from the Red Sox to the Giants on Sunday night. The writers discuss how the sides got to this point, plus the ramifications for Boston in 2025 and beyond. Cotillo and McAdam also analyze Craig Breslow putting his legacy on the line, how the …

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Ready For Love 1:45

21d ago1:45

1:45

Chocolate Yoddah reads a beautiful song by india.arie. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Origi…

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Ep 330: Reacting to a Red Sox series win over the Rays, Marcelo Mayer's breakout, the Hunter Dobbins drama & more 22:41

23d ago22:41

22:41

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam discuss a solid series win for the Red Sox, who took two of three from the Rays behind solid starts from Lucas Giolito and Walker Buehler. The hosts also get into Marcelo Mayer's performance in the majors so far, the drama surrounding Hunter Dobbins and his father, Boston's trade for Jorge Alc…

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Ep 329: Roman Anthony called up by Red Sox, plus thoughts on Alex Cora's pinch-hitting tendencies, the injury bug, issues with momentum & more 30:14

25d ago30:14

30:14

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the big news that Roman Anthony has been promoted to the Red Sox with Wilyer Abreu going on the injured list. The hosts discuss expectations for Anthony, plus why Alex Cora tends to pinch-hit for his highly-rated rookies against left-handed pitching. Cotillo and McAdam also dig into the injury bug tha…

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Love Walks In 1:45

28d ago1:45

1:45

Chocolate Yoddah reads his favorite Van Halen song. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Original…

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Ep 328: Why the Red Sox ended the Kristian Campbell-1B experiment, plus Jarren Duran trade rumors & more Roman Anthony thoughts 27:27

1M ago27:27

27:27

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are both back in Boston to react to the latest developments in the world of the Red Sox. Cotillo and McAdam discuss their takeaway's from Craig Breslow's media availability Saturday, plus cover the latest rumors about a potential trade that would send Jarren Duran to San Diego. The writers also circle back on …

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BONUS: Hear Craig Breslow's entire media availability with Red Sox reporters in Atlanta 15:26

1M ago15:26

15:26

Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow addressed the media for about 15 minutes on the state of his struggling team Saturday in Atlanta. In a bonus episode, here's the entire availability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MassLive.com

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Ep 327: Reactions to a brutal Red Sox sweep in Milwaukee, plus lingering Rafael Devers thoughts — and is a shakeup coming? 28:03

1M ago28:03

28:03

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back for their second pod of the week, and there's a lot to cover considering how poorly the Red Sox played during a three-game sweep at the hands of the Brewers. McAdam discusses the scene inside the clubhouse there, with Cotillo floating a theory about how the club has looked dead in the water ever since…

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Sonnet XXXIV By William Shakespeare 1:13

1M ago1:13

1:13

Chocolate Yoddah reads Sonnet XXXIV by William Shakespeare. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor …

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Kurt Vonnegut's 1988 Letter To The Future 6:39

1M ago6:39

6:39

Chocolate Yoddah reads a timeless piece from Kurt Vonnegut. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor …

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Ep 326: With Marcelo Mayer up, could Roman Anthony be next for Red Sox? Plus thoughts on Alex Bregman's injury, Trevor Story's future & more 28:44

1M ago28:44

28:44

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back after a very busy long weekend for the Red Sox, who called up top prospect Marcelo Mayer to replace Alex Bregman, who is out for the foreseeable future. The writers discuss all the implications for the scuffling Red Sox and when we could see Roman Anthony join Mayer in the big leagues. Also, Cotillo a…

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Ep 325: Reacting to Walker Buehler's ejection, the Alex Cora graduation controversy, Kristian Campbell at first base & more Red Sox storylines 35:39

2M ago35:39

35:39

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam unpack a busy week for the Red Sox. The writers discuss Walker Buehler's ejection Tuesday, the controversy around Alex Cora missing Monday's game for his daughter's graduation, Kristian Campbell's imminent move to first base, the latest on Rafael Devers and much more. Learn more about your ad …

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Dust In The Wind 1:21

2M ago1:21

1:21

Chocolate Yoddah shares his thoughts on money and happiness. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor…

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The Old Astronomer To His Pupil 4:14

2M ago4:14

4:14

Chocolate Yoddah reads a Sarah Williams classic from 1868. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor O…

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Ep 324: Recapping a rough Red Sox road trip with thoughts on John Henry/Rafael Devers, Tanner Houck's struggles & more 31:37

2M ago31:37

31:37

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with their first episode together in a week — and what a week it was. The writers look back and the meaning of the big John Henry-Rafael Devers meeting last Friday in Kansas City, talk about Tanner Houck's struggles, a tight Red Sox clubhouse that seems to be walking on eggshells and much, much more. …

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Ep. 323: Author Scott Miller, on his new book “Skipper: Why Baseball Managers Matter (And Always Will)” 34:31

2M ago34:31

34:31

Author Scott Miller joins the show to discuss his new book, “Skipper” which explores how the job of managing in the major leagues has changed in the last 30 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MassLive.com

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Ep 322: Unpacking the latest Rafael Devers-first base drama with Craig Breslow and the Red Sox 33:38

2M ago33:38

33:38

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to Rafael Devers once again taking a public stance and telling the Red Sox he's unwilling to move to first base in the wake of Triston Casas' season-ending injury. The writers talk about who's to blame for the saga, how Devers' stance might be perceived in the clubhouse, where the Red Sox go from here an…

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Invisible Ink 1:25

2M ago1:25

1:25

Chocolate Yoddah gets into the idea of the end date. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Origina…

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Ep 321: Reacting to Triston Casas' gruesome injury and where the Red Sox go from here (Rafael Devers?) 32:58

2M ago32:58

32:58

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam analyze Triston Casas' gruesome season-ending knee injury and where the Red Sox go from here at first base. The writers talk about Rafael Devers' potential move to the position, other options (like Anthony Rizzo) and also introduce a plan to deliver some energy to a team that's sitting at .500 on May 5. Learn …

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Ep 320: Analyzing a 17-15 April for the Red Sox, plus thoughts on Masataka Yoshida, Connor Wong & more 24:32

2M ago24:32

24:32

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam provide an overview of a 17-15 April for the Red Sox, including identifying which players stood out with good months and which guys underperformed. The writers also discuss Connor Wong's future with Carlos Narváez recently proving capable in the majors, the latest reporting on Masataka Yoshida and much more. L…

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Sonnet XXXIII By William Shakespeare 1:09

2M ago1:09

1:09

Chocolate Yoddah reads Sonnet XXXIII. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Original theme music w…

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Ep 319: Red Sox farm director on Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer, early breakout prospects & more 30:23

2M ago30:23

30:23

Red Sox senior director of player development Brian Abraham is back on the podcast to discuss Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer, their potential promotion timelines and more. Abraham discusses what goes into such decisions, development opportunities for the Red Sox' top prospects and identifies some other breakout stars from the early part of the minor …

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The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald 3:52

2M ago3:52

3:52

Chocolate Yoddah reads Gordon Lightfoot's classic song. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Orig…

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Ep 318: Unpacking Rafael Devers' struggles, Alex Bregman's red-hot start, Garrett Crochet's candor and expectations for Lucas Giolito 24:17

2M ago24:17

24:17

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the latest developments in the world of the Red Sox, from Rafael Devers' prolonged struggles to Alex Bregman's red-hot start with the bat. The writers also talk about Garrett Crochet's post-start candor and expectations for Lucas Giolito, who will make his team debut next week. Learn …

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Ep 317: Wrapping up a Red Sox series win over the White Sox, plus thoughts on the returns of Brayan Bello, Lucas Giolito & more 20:02

2M ago20:02

20:02

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back to wrap up the Red Sox taking three of four from the White Sox, including a solid win on Marathon Monday. The writers talk about good performances from Tanner Houck and Walker Buehler plus what the pending returns of Brayan Bello and Lucas Giolito could mean for the Sox. Learn more ab…

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Ep 316: Reactions to a couple good Red Sox wins plus a discussion on the Roman Anthony timetable from Hotel Commonwealth 20:45

3M ago20:45

20:45

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are on location at Hotel Commonwealth, recording in the hotel's famed Fenway Park suite. The writers discuss the latest on the Red Sox, who won two straight games to end a rocky road trip on a high note, as well as the likely timetable for Roman Anthony's promotion to the majors and much more. Learn more about…

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Real Easter 1:00

3M ago1:00

1:00

Chocolate Yoddah reads from the Bible, and it's pretty awful. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumo…

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Ep 315: How concerned should you be about the reeling Red Sox? Plus thoughts on Tanner Houck, bad offense & more 29:24

3M ago29:24

29:24

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam unpack a bad recent stretch for the Red Sox, who might have bottomed out Monday in Tampa when they were routed 16-1. The writers discuss Tanner Houck's struggles, where the offense goes from here and the level of concern about the 8-10 Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

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Librivox - Slave Narratives Redux 12:42

3M ago12:42

12:42

Chocolate Yoddah reads a section of the public domain work which is based on interviews with former slaves of the 1800s. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/Th…

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Ep 314: Recapping a mediocre Red Sox homestand, plus thoughts on the Quinn Priester trade, Yasmani Grandal signing & more 26:50

3M ago26:50

26:50

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam break down a mediocre homestand for the Red Sox, who sit 7-7 through the first two weeks of the season. Cotillo and McAdam break down the offensive struggles as well as good outing from Tanner Houck and Walker Buehler before getting into the two big transactions of the week (the trade of Quinn…

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Angry Since The '60s 1:28

3M ago1:28

1:28

Chocolate Yoddah discusses the MAGA Hat origin story. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Origin…

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Ep 313: Director Greg Whiteley on following the 2024 Red Sox and Netflix's "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Boston Red Sox" 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by Greg Whiteley, the director of "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Boston Red Sox," which will be released Tuesday, April 8. Whiteley discusses some of his biggest takeaways from a season around the team and dives into some of the most important moments of the docuseries, including e…

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Ep 312: Reactions to Garrett Crochet and Kristian Campbell signing big extensions with the Red Sox 35:41

3M ago35:41

35:41

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with a mid-week podcast to break down the two big news items of the week. The writers analyze Garrett Crochet's surprising six-year, $170 million extension with the Red Sox as well was the expected finalization of Kristian Campbell's deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep 311: Recapping the Red Sox’ opening series in Texas, plus thoughts on Rafael Devers’ struggles. Kristian Campbell & more 19:57

3M ago19:57

19:57

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are on the road again, this time in Texas. The writers recap the Red Sox’ first four games of 2025, touching on the lack of timely offense, plus Rafael Devers’ strikeout issues. To wrap, Cotillo and McAdam praise Kristian Campbell for a stellar first few days in the majors — and explain why he’s close to a con…

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Ep 310: Predictions time! MassLive picks playoff teams, Red Sox record, World Series and award winners & more 1:00:28

3M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

An annual tradition returns to the Fenway Rundown as MassLive's panel of experts reveals their predictions for the 2025 MLB season. Regular hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by colleagues Chris Smith, Matt Vautour and Chris Mason to reveal postseason picks, World Series winners, the Red Sox' 2025 record, award recipients and more. Need…

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Sonnet XXXII By William Shakespeare 1:19

3M ago1:19

1:19

Chocolate Yoddah reads Sonnet XXXII. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Original theme music wr…

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Ep 309: Red Sox president Sam Kennedy on Garrett Crochet talks, Rafael Devers' position change and expectations for 2025 30:00

3M ago30:00

30:00

Red Sox president Sam Kennedy is back on the show for his annual pre-Opening Day appearance on the Rundown. Kennedy discusses heightened expectations for the 2025 Red Sox, plus Rafael Devers' transition to designated hitter, ongoing Garrett Crochet talks and more. Kennedy also previews changes to Fenway Park and the team's new City Connect uniforms…

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Ep 308: Analyzing the Red Sox' latest roster cuts, plus will a Garrett Crochet extension get done before Opening Day? 23:06

4M ago23:06

23:06

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to the latest Red Sox roster moves, including the news Vaughn Grissom has been sent down to Triple-A. The writers predict who will travel to Texas with Boston on the 26-man group. Cotillo and McAdam also handicap the chances of a Garrett Crochet extension before Opening Day and talk abou…

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Ep. 307: Projecting the Red Sox Opening Day roster, plus thoughts on where things stand with Rafael Devers and more 23:33

4M ago23:33

23:33

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are stuck in traffic on the way from Tampa to Fort Myers on the latest pod. They break down who will make the Red Sox’ roster, from Kristian Campbell potentially starting the year at second base to Aroldis Chapman looking like the likely closer. The writers also discuss the latest developments in the Rafael De…

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Ep. 306: NESN's Tom Caron gives his thoughts on the Red Sox this spring, the future of baseball on TV and being part-owner of a new soccer franchise. 25:12

4M ago25:12

25:12

Co-host Sean McAdam is joined by Tom Caron of NESN. Caron discusses the improvements to the Red Sox roster, what he likes about doing play-by-play and his involvement with a pro soccer team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MassLive.com

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Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll 1:40

4M ago1:40

1:40

Chocolate Yoddah reads Jabberwocky. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Original theme music wri…

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Is As Does 1:11

4M ago1:11

1:11

Chocolate Yoddah discovers an important aspect of MAGA Hats in America. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/Pers…

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Sonnet XXXI By William Shakespeare 1:17

4M ago1:17

1:17

Chocolate Yoddah Reads Sonnet XXXI. Follow Me On TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@chocolate_yoddah Get Uncensored Content On Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePersistentRumor Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePersistentRumor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ThePersistentRumor Twitter https://twitter.com/PersistentRumor Original theme music wri…

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Ep 305: Recapping MassLive's Top 25 Red Sox Prospects list with Chris Smith, with thoughts on the "Big Three" & more 39:32

4M ago39:32

39:32

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by MassLive colleague Chris Smith to talk about his rankings of the top 25 prospects in the Red Sox system. Smith discusses how he considered ranking the "Big Three" of Roman Anthony, Kristian Campbell and Marcelo Mayer, plus breaks down the top pitchers in a system that is more bal…

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