Zolak & Bertrand

Latest Episodes:

All Eyes on Craig Breslow // What Will Make a Successful Trade Deadline for Boston? // Dodgers Acquire Tarik Skubal - 8/3 (Hour 1) Aug 03, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Marc Bertrand and Tim McKone open the show by reacting to the Red Sox's weekend sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers on the road. What will constitute a great trade deadline for Craig Breslow as the Red Sox remain red-hot post-All-Star Break?
(12:30) The guys break down the pressure Craig Breslow is under during this trade deadline with how good the Red Sox are playing.
(23:34) The Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal over the weekend. Zo, Beetle and McKone explain what it means for baseball.
(35:35) The guys continue to speculate what the Red Sox will do before the trade deadline.

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Alex Barth Joins the Show // Alex Barth talks Patriots Defense and Gonzo Contract // Fake Promo Friday - 7/31 (Hour 4) Jul 31, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Zo and McKone sit down with Alex Barth to talk about everything going on at Patriots training camp including Drake / AJ Brown connection, Boutte, and Will Campbell
(15:07) The guys continue their conversation with Alex Barth discussing the Patriots defense, what free agents are still available, and the Gonzo contract
(21:59) The guys take some calls and give their thoughts on the Jarren Duran altercation
(34:17) Fake Promo Friday

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Headlines Around the NFL // Drake Maye Interview // Training Camp Headlines - 7/31 (Hour 3) Jul 31, 2026

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(00:00) Zo and McKone speak about stories around the NFL including the Baker Mayfield contract , Vita Vea trade demand, & more
(13:35) Drake Maye steps to the podium to discuss training camp, AJ Brown connection, Gozo, & More!
(25:34) The crew discusses how much more entertaining the Patriot' headlines are this year at training camp versus last year
(32:32) The guys discuss the "Athletics" list of the top ten playcallers in the NFL & where does Josh Mcdaniels ranks

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Jarren Duran Meltdown // Jarren Duran Conversation Continued // Voice of the Patriots Bob Socci joins the show 7/31 (Hour 2) Jul 31, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Zo and McKone discuss Jarren Duran yelling at the third base coach and Wilson Contreras for not tagging up on a shallow fly ball to left
(9:35) The guys talk about Jarren Duran’s postgame interview along with his performance this season
(20:26) Zo and McKone are joined by Bob Socci to finish the hour talking about Pats training camp, landscape of the AFC, and expectations for Drake Maye

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Bert Breer says Gonzo and Pats not close to deal // Kayshon Boutte had requested a trade in April // Patriots Insider Andrew Callahan Joins the Show - 7/31 (Hour 1) Jul 31, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Zo and McKone are live from Gillette Stadium, opening the show with their thoughts on the Gonzo deal potentially getting done soon
(12:01) The guys discuss whether or not the Patriots should be open to trading Kayshon Boutee and what they are looking for at camp today
(19:59) Patriots insider Andrew Callahan the show live on set to discuss everything about the Pats, including the Christian Gonzalez contract situation.

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Caleb Lomu Joins the Show LIVE! // What Are the Patriots Question Marks This Season? // This or That - 7/30 (Hour 3) Jul 30, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Beetle and McKone speak to Caleb Lomu as he joins the show to talk about his experience in his first training camp. They also discuss Gonzo again being a full participant in practice.
(16:52) Zo returns from his interview with Mike Vrabel to sit down where the guys recap their interview Lomu and Zo’s chat with Vrabel. The guys discuss their takeaways from the first padded practice of camp.
(22:42) The crew discusses Dan Orlovsky’s comments on Drake Maye and his MVP potential and his thoughts regarding Patriots question marks.
(29:58) This or That

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Sox Monster Homerun and a Monster win // The Bills have become the Media’s New Darling. // Does it Make any Sense to Trade Boutte? - 7/30 (Hour 2) Jul 30, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone discuss the Red Sox big win last night and all the talk around the Red Sox that makes it sound like they are in on adding before next week's deadline, but the guys say it will only lead to disappointment.
(11:41) The guys talk about the Buffalo Bills as they have become a favorite for media personalities all over. They discuss the Bills chances at a Superbowl this season and a roster comparison to measure the AFC giants.
(20:27) The crew discusses Andrew Callahan saying that he does not believe the Pats should trade Kayshon Boutte. Beetle agrees and says that the value he gives you on the field is far greater than what you would get in a trade. They go to the phones for your thoughts.
(32:10) Zo, Beetle, and McKone finish the hour talking about Pats training camp as Kyle Williams makes a big play, and Tommy Devito continues to impress.

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Why is Gonzo Still Practicing While in Negotiations // The Pats are Practicing On a Soaked Field // Patriots Insider Phil Perry Joins the Show - 7/30 (Hour 1) Jul 30, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone are live from Gillette Stadium, opening the show with talk about the soaked practice fields and potential for injury. Beetle says there is no way that the Pats should be practicing outdoors today.
(10:13) The guys discuss the rainy conditions on the practice fields for the first day in pads for the Pats. They go to the phone lines for your thoughts.
(22:50) Patriots insider Phil Perry joins the show live on set to discuss everything about the Pats, including the Christian Gonzalez contract situation.
(29:54) The guys continue to chat with Phil Perry as practice continues. Phil Perry details what he is looking for out of the AJ Brown - Drake Maye connection.

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Chris Tierney, Revs GM Joins the Show. // What is the Ceiling for This Red Sox Team? // Today's Takeaways - 7/30 (Hour 4) Jul 30, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone sit down with Chris Tierney, the Revolution GM to talk about everything Revolution and soccer as the Rev’s season continues on through the summer.
(14:19) The guys react to comments from Scaz on the night show as he defends Tatum going after Andy Hart’s comments and Zo catches a few strays. They go to the phone lines for your thoughts.
(25:28) Christian Gonzalez remains a full participant and the guys talk about potential reasons why he is still practicing this much without his record breaking contract.
(31:04) Today's Takeaways

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Revisionist History Before Jaylen Brown Trade // Romo Roadside Arrest Video Revealed // Today’s Takeaways - 7/29 (Hour 4) Jul 29, 2026

Show notes

(00:00) Beetle, Hart & McKone react to the report from Shams Charania that the Celtics were shopping Jaylen Brown to Golden State potentially.
(7:52) Tony Romo bodycam footage gets released. The guys react to the video footage. Plus, reaction to Kyle Shanahan’s accident.
(20:39) The guys talk to the listeners and indulge all of their hot takes.
(33:09) Today’s Takeaways

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