Zolak & Bertrand

(00:00) Zolak & McKone start the second hour reacting to Tom Brady’s speech during the statue ceremony and if it was the last time Brady will be in Foxborough for a while. (11:13) The crew touches on the Red Sox dropping 2 of 3 to the Padres over the weekend; Reports that opponents are convinced the Red Sox are stealing signs. (23:14) The guys react to Mariano Rivera tearing his Achilles tendon during the Yankees’ Old Timers’ Day game and having to get surgery. (32:46) We finish the hour playing This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & McKone start today's show by talking about the Patriots blowout preseason win against the Commanders and the biggest takeaways from the game. (9:56) The guys discuss Drake Maye’s performance Friday night and his fumble in the 1st quarter; Should we be concerned with two rookies protecting Maye’s blind side? (22:39) We discuss if Kyle Dugger is on the roster bubble and which WR we think is most likely to earn the 6th WR spot. (32:43) The guys finish the hour discussing our thoughts on the Tom Brady statue. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) McKone and Alex Barth start the last hour debate on who will be the preseason darling during tonight's Patriots vs Commanders game. (8:43) This week's edition of Barth-tender where Alex Barth takes over the show in place of Zo. (22:20) We finish the day with calls and reactions to everything. (35:17) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) McKone and Alex Barth start the third hour with going around the NFL discussing news and debating starters. (14:58) The guys discuss the 2024 quarterback draft class. (23:04) The guys finish off the hour talking about the Tom Brady statue that is being unveiled tonight and what pose it would be. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) McKone and Alex Barth start the second hour with breaking news; Joe Mazzulla signs a multi-year extension with the Celtics. (10:36) The crew reacts to a new report that opponents believe the Red Sox are stealing signs. (22:01) The guys talk more about the Roman Anthony deal. (30:34) We finish the hour playing This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Tim McKone & Alex Barth start today's show by talking about the expectations of the Patriots ahead of this first preseason game against the Commanders. (13:17) Barth Bites- What is Alex Barth watching for tonight? (24:20) We discuss the 3 keys to success for the Patriots this season. (35:18) The guys finish the hour discussing which Patriots wide receivers are going to make the team. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour taking more calls from the past hour discussing if the NFL should get rid of preseason football. (9:02) The guys discuss Craig Breslow and his responsibility in trade decisions; Carrabis says he is no longer for this job with the Red Sox. (16:44) We finish the hour discussing how much of an influence John Henry had in getting the Roman Anthony deal done. (24:50) We interview Revolution Head Coach Caleb Porter and discuss the importance of the team’s fanbase and their upcoming game. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour discussing the Patriots upcoming preseason game and Mike Vrabel saying everyone who is healthy should expect to play; The guys debate if Drake Maye should risk playing or not. (9:28) The crew discusses the conversation of Drake Maye vs. Jayden Daniels after the two went head-to-head at practice on Wednesday. (21:36) The guys finish the hour discussing more on the Patriots and the upcoming ceremony for the Tom Brady statue. (34:18) We finish the hour playing This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the last hour discussing the new NFL and ESPN deal and what it means for fans; We touch on how the offensive line is looking for the Patriots this year. (12:30) The guys take calls and reactions from topics discussed throughout the show today. (23:21) We finish the day taking more calls and recapping our thoughts on the Red Sox and the Roman Anthony deal. (37:30) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start today's show talking about the Roman Anthony extension and what it means for the Red Sox; Anthony, Craig Breslow, and Sam Kennedy met with the media on Wednesday. (15:57) The crew digs more into the details of the Roman Anthony deal and how it looks for the Red Sox ownership. (22:38) We discuss what a potential salary cap would look like in the MLB. (33:08) The guys finish the hour taking calls and reactions to the Roman Anthony deal. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriot's training camp interviewing ESPN’s Mike Reiss; Reiss feels the Patriots energy has come back and the offense was looking good today. (8:39) The guys continue to talk with Mike Reiss and discuss the Patriots wide receivers and who would most likely be kept as a 6th WR this season; Reiss brought a drum stick he got from the Foreigner concert last night. (21:59) We finish the day taking calls and reactions from the show today. (33:20) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp with more of their thoughts from practice so far today. (9:25) The guys interview DL Christian Barmore and RB Antonio Gibson and we tune into Drake Maye live at the podium; The guys react to the breaking news of Roman Anthony and the Red Sox finalizing an 8-year, $130M extension through 2034. (38:21) We finish the hour discussing more on the breaking Roman Anthony deal and if we are in favor of it or not. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp with Dianna Russini joining the show. (22:11) The crew discusses the Patriots and Commanders currently being in a red zone passing period; We react to a fight breaking out and quickly being broken up. (29:32) The guys finish the hour discussing where you can listen to the upcoming broadcasts of Patriots games; Reactions to last night’s episode of Hard Knocks. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start today's show LIVE from Patriot’s training camp down in Foxborough as the team prepares for a joint practice with the Washington Commanders ahead of their first preseason game; Are you taking Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels long term? (13:13) The crew discusses which players have the most at stake during these joint practices; Tom Curran and Phil Perry have some names. (22:50) We talk about Greg Bedard ripping Mike Vrabel and the Patriots for holding a light training camp this year. (34:54) The guys finish the hour with their observations as the Patriots and Commanders are in the midst of joint practices. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Beetle, McKone, and Phil Perry on what they want to see from the Patriots during joint practice tomorrow. (10:40) Callers weigh in on Patriots practice and This or That. (21:21) Is it tough to live off 5 million dollars? (31:26) Today's Takeaways This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Beetle, McKone, and Phil Perry discuss the perceived boost Mike Vrabel gives the Patriots. (11:49) Has Rhamondre Stevenson solved his fumble woes? (23:39) Is Kyle Dugger on the roster bubble? (31:58) This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Does the stretch of Red Sox wins spite ownership? And why have they been so good at home? (13:12) Patriots offensive lineman Mike Onwenu joins the show. (26:47) Drake Maye remains the autograph king of training camp. (34:28) Patriots receiver Kayshon Boutte joins the show. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Beetle and McKone, joined by Phil Perry, discuss what Phil has seen at camp over the last few days. (14:52) Beetle has a lot of questions about the Patriots offensive line; Did the Patriots do enough to bolster the offensive line? (26:37) Do the Patriots need to overpay for Terry McLaurin? (39:01) Have the Patriots had enough "hard days" at practice? This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o2?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start the last hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp playing This or That! (8:28) The guys touch more on today’s This or That of if you would rather have bad parking or concessions at an event. (16:09) We finish the day talking about the details of Tom Brady’s statue ceremony unveiling this Friday. (28:41) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start the third hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp with their thoughts on the Red Sox after the trade deadline and how Alex Cora feels with Craig Breslow’s lack of moves. (9:18) The guys discuss training camp so far today and what we can expect from Stefon Diggs this season. (21:33) The guys react to the news of Patriots DC Terrell Williams being carted off the field with a health issue after he apparently collapsed on the sideline. (30:09) We finish the hour recapping training camp so far today and Drake Maye being an autograph machine. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start the second hour LIVE from Patriot’s training camp talking about Tony Massarotti being spotted in John Henry’s suite Friday night at Fenway Park. (9:40) The crew touches on WR Terry McLaurin requesting a trade from the Commanders; Albert Breer floats the idea of a potential trade involving Stefon Diggs to get McLaurin. (21:34) The guys discuss Will Campbell and him trending towards being a bust; We take caller reactions to the Patriots and Terry McLaurin. (32:55)The guys finish the hour discussing if Beetle is too nice to the local Boston sports teams. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Beetle, McKone and Dondero start today's show LIVE from Patriot’s training camp down in Foxborough as the team prepares for another padded practice; We touch on the Red Sox and how they’re looking after an uneventful trade deadline. (15:30) The crew discusses the cheating allegations that cleared the benches this weekend between the Red Sox and Astros. (23:48) We talk about the Patriots in stadium practice Friday night and reports that Drake Maye struggled in his performance. (33:11) The guys finish the hour discussing the key players for the Patriots this year; We take calls and reactions from the past hour. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start the last hour continuing the song name talk and some Patriots. (10:23) This week’s edition of ZOVERDRIVDE! (26:22) We finish the day with calls and reactions to everything. (36:32) Fake Promo Friday. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start the third hour on Ken Rosenthal’s comments on Breslow’s deadline being “an epic fail.” (7:30) The guys discuss more of the failed Joe Ryan trade. (19:00) The guys take calls and reactions from everything so far. (27:30) We finish the hour debating what is the best song with a name in the title. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start the second hour talking about Terry McLaurin requesting a trade; Should the Patriots go get him and what would that take? (8:48) The crew break down the chances of the Commanders resolving the issues with McLaurin. (20:49) The guys debating on how much Drake Maye can learn from watching old Tom Brady films and how much control Maye would have in this offense. (28:47)The guys finish the hour with​​ this or that! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start today's show talking about the underwhelming trade deadline for the Red Sox as Breslow thinks they were “uncomfortably aggressive.” (12:41) The crew touches more on Breslow during this deadline; Joe Ryan trade fell apart. (23:27) We discuss more of the frustration of the Red Sox for making no moves at the deadline and what this means for the rest of the season. (34:42) The guys finish the hour discussing how the Red Sox are not a championship team. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing the Red Sox not having made any more moves as we get closer to the deadline. (11:10) NBC Sports Boston Patriots Insider Phil Perry joins the show to discuss the Patriots and the expectations for their upcoming season. (27:09) We finish the day recapping training camp and discuss Julian Edelman’s chances at the HOF. (35:59) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing Robert Kraft and his decision to hire Mike Vrabel as the new head coach this season alongside Josh McDaniels. (11:11) The guys touch on how the WR room for the Patriots could shake out this season; We take calls and reactions to the Patriots. (21:47) The guys discuss the latest on the Red Sox at the MLB trade deadline and money playing a big factor in the front office decisions. (28:35) We finish the hour playing This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start the second hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing Pop Douglas and his upcoming season playing under Josh McDaniels; What does a successful season look like for Drake Maye? (9:33) Former Patriots center David Andrews joins the show live at training camp. (20:23) The guys have a live interview with TE Austin Hooper; We tune into the live press conference with Drake Maye. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak, McKone and Dondero start the show LIVE from Patriots training camp down in Foxborough discussing the Red Sox move late last night to acquire LHP Steve Matz from the Cardinals; Will Craig Breslow make another move before the deadline at 6PM? (11:59) The crew touches more on the Red Sox ahead of the trade deadline; Jen McCaffrey reports that the Padres are still interested in Jarren Duran. (22:55) We discuss our expectations for the Patriots offense this season; Will a run-heavy offense help with Drake Maye’s development? (33:23) The guys finish the hour discussing Drake Maye’s comments on his relationship with Stefon Diggs; We take calls on topics from the last hour. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing the Patriots projected win total this year with Drake Maye entering his 2nd year; What’s the history with 2nd year QB’s improving their team’s record? (10:43) The guys discuss Will Campbell and his future with the Patriots; McKone prefers self-checkout from today’s This or That. (23:54) We finish the day recapping the Patriots and Red Sox and other topics discussed throughout the show. (35:35) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp with a live interview from LB Christian Elliss. (8:17) The guys react to Alex Cora and the Red Sox pushing Garrett Crotchet’s next start to Monday to manage workload; We interview DL Milton Williams live from training camp. (22:30) The guys discuss Will Campbell and if we should be concerned about him and his decent share of lowlights. (30:55) We finish the hour playing This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the second hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing if Craig Breslow will add to this team or not before the MLB trade deadline. (12:09) The guys discuss if the Red Sox ownership and front office are driven to win; Live observations from training camp today. (22:43) The guys touch more on the Red Sox and John Henry being an owner who wants a salary cap; How would you approve of each Boston sports owner right now? (34:02) We finish the hour taking caller reactions from the last hour. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show LIVE from Patriots training camp down in Foxborough discussing the response Beetle has received to his comments on Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniel’s relationship being ‘awkward’. (13:10) The crew discusses who has more to lose in this 2025 season; McDaniels or Vrabel? (25:37) We discuss the chances Jared Wilson has to start at center or guard this season; How will the Patriots OL shake out? (31:55) The guys finish the hour touching on if there is optimism for the Patriots outside of their head coach change; We discuss the disappointments and positives we’ve seen from training camp so far. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp with an interview with Mike Reiss from ESPN. (17:28) More with ESPN’s Mike Reiss on training camp. (26:16) We finish the day with the next steps for Drake Maye in 2025. (36:14) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp talking about how the offense wins the day today and the heat. (7:47) Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane joins the show. (24:02) The guys give their camp observations from the day. (29:46) We finish the hour playing This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the second hour LIVE from Patriots training camp recapping the Red Sox loss against the Twins last night. (11:49) The guys react to the news of Christian Gonzalez’s hamstring injury and take calls from everything so far. (24:16) The guys talk about how Patriots are starting to feel the heat at camp. (33:09) We finish the hour discussing what chances Javon Baker has to make the team. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show LIVE from Patriots training camp down in Foxborough discussing Drake Maye’s year 2 leap in comparison to all of the other quarterbacks in his draft class. (10:47) The crew discusses what backup quarterback they would rather have, Mac Jones or Josh Dobbs and how Drake Maye needs to reach inside the top 10 in order to get the year 2 leap. (22:28) We discuss Will Campbell during this camp and how he is adjusting into the NFL. (30:50) The guys finish the hour with their thoughts on Milton Williams so far. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing if their thoughts on this Patriots team has changed at all after seeing some signs of progress. (11:33) The guys talk about who has the most at stake during this year’s training camp; What happens if Drake Maye were to take a step back this season? (23:23) We finish the day talking about the new Happy Gilmore 2 movie that dropped on Netflix this weekend. (35:40) Today’s Takeaways. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp with more of their thoughts from practice today and players that stood out; What was the market like for Joe Milton III? (12:05) The crew talks with WR Pop Douglas and TE Hunter Henry live on the field after practice; The guys talk about their observations from training camp today. (30:12) The guys touch on Shaughnessy’s article in the Boston Globe saying that baseball’s split from its past feels more severe than previous shifts. (38:28) We finish the hour playing This or That! This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the second hour LIVE from Patriots training camp discussing how different players are performing so far at training camp; Efton Chism looking for like a practice squad player as Pop Douglas continues to shine. (9:21) The guys touch on Christian Gonzalez and if the Patriots need to meet him with an early extension; The guys watch Gonzalez limp off the practice field at training camp after suffering an injury. (25:08) The crew discusses Drake Maye having high praise for Josh McDaniels in his recent comments to NFL Network; Should Tom Brady and Maye have a closer relationship? (34:36) We finish the hour recapping today’s day at training camp so far and moments that stood out. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michaelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show LIVE from Patriots training camp down in Foxborough discussing the Red Sox winning the series against the Dodgers; Mike Vrabel is live to meet with the media ahead of the Patriots first padded practice. (16:41) The crew discusses if the Joe Ryan dream is now dead for the Red Sox. (22:53) We discuss Greg Bedard’s comments on Ja’Lynn Polk missing practices and him being present at today's practice; What are our expectations for training camp today? (30:38) Former NFL QB and NFL analyst Jim Miller joins the show. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by Profluent. https://go.happinessexperiment.com/begin-aff-o1-page2-107890-365938?am_id=podcast2025&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=michael See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp with an interview with the voice of the Patriots Bob Socci. (15:50) This week's edition of ZOVERDRIVE! (23:25) We finish the day with calls and reactions to everything today. (34:18) Fake Promo Friday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the third hour LIVE from Patriots training camp recapping today's camp. (15:25) The crew talk about Will Campbell during camp. (23:07)The guys get an inside look at how the Patriots handle the field conditions. (33:49) We finish the hour playing This or That! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show LIVE from Patriots training camp down in Foxborough as they break down the 2024 draft class and their low production. (14:51) The crew discusses what the pecking order is with the wide receivers. (26:06) We discuss Christian Wilkins getting cut by the Raiders and how that could affect the Patriots. (34:45) The guys finish the hour talking about the 2024 NFL draft class and the players not on the Patriots that succeeded. This episode of Zolak & Bertrand is brought to you in part by ProfluentSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand talk with Caleb Porter of the New England Revolution (17:04) The guys talk with Mike Reiss about the Patriots during Day 2 of training camp (32:11) The guys continue the Patriots conversation (40:48) Today's Takeaway See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand talk with some of the Patriots players during Day 2 of camp (19:32) The guys react to the comments from the interviews (28:59) The guys continue the Patriots conversation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand discuss what the Red Sox need to do at the trade deadline and how Craig Breslow needs to be aggressive (14:41) The guys continue the Red Sox conversation and T-Bone reads mean tweets (27:36) The guys talk about Day 2 of camp and the passing of Hulk Hogan (34:43) The guys reflect on the life of Hulk Hogan and bring in J-Stew to give his thoughts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand break down Drake Maye’s apparent jump in leadership during Day 2 of training camp (13:42) The guys continue the Maye conversation and talk about Stefon Diggs first day at camp (25:33) The guys recap the Red Sox big comeback win against the Phillies (35:55) The guys discuss Alex Cora’s usage of Aroldis Chapman late in games and the level of aggressiveness it shows towards winning games See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the last hour LIVE from Patriots training camp talking about their expectations for the Patriots this season and how we expect Drake Maye to perform as a starter. (8:30) Phil Perry from NBC Sports Boston joins the show and the guys discuss their initial observations from day 1 of training camp. (23:57) We finish the day with calls and reactions from topics discussed in the show today. (34:13) Today’s Takeaways. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.