Zolak & Bertrand

Latest Episodes:

Mead Headed To IL With Broken Wrist // Red Sox Medical Staff Misdiagnosing Injuries Again // Could Gonzalez Play Out the Year on his Old Deal? - 7/29 (Hour 1) Jul 29, 2026

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(00:00) Marc Bertrand, Andy Hart & Tim McKone talk about Red Sox place newly acquired Curtis Mead on 10 day IL for his wrist.
(10:14) Beetle, Hart & McKone continue to react to Curtis Mead’s wrist injury and how the Red Sox medical staff has misdiagnosed another injury. Should there be concern surrounding the numerous times the Sox doctors have swung and missed?
(24:40) The guys react to Phil Perry’s comments on Christian Gonzalez potentially playing out this season on his rookie deal.
(36:03) How does Denzel Ward signing affect Christian Gonzalez’ market? The guys discuss.

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Was Early Worth More Than the Red Sox Got // Gonzo Speaks Live After Patriots Practice // This or That - 7/28 (Hour 3) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone discuss the Curtis Mead trade and wonder if they got enough from one of their premier trade pieces.
(23:42) The guys discuss Christian Gonzalez's comments in his first media availability since Kraft’s comments on Saturday about his contract negotiations.
(30:29) This or That

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AJ Brown's Comments Already a Cause for Concern? // Kayshon Boutte’s Patriots Future. // ESPN Patriots Reporter Mike Reiss Joins the Show - 7/28 (Hour 1) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone are live from Gillette Stadium, opening the show with AJ Brown comments disappointed that they aren’t letting Drake throw, the guys think that there is no issue between the two.
(14:01) The guys discuss Kayshon Boutte’s future with the Patriots and Tom Curran’s comments that they should not move on from him. Beetle says that Mack Hollins could feel some pressure to perform in the pre-season as well.
(27:36) Mike Reiss joins the show to talk about the Patriots training camp so far. He says that the fireworks have not come yet but they are coming, he also gives a report on second round pick Gabe Jacas and his contract. The guys also talk about the crowded WR room with Mike Reiss and get his thoughts on who should make the team from the current group.

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Patriots Offense is Getting Some Momentum, LIVE! // Curtis Mead Injured in his Debut - 7/28 (Hour 2) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) The guys get a food drop and spend the segment enjoying their lunch and talk about their grooming habits at the barber. Practice begins to slow down, the Patriots and Kayshon Boutte have a big play.
(10:09) The crew talks about Curtis Mead’s injury and his reaction after the game. They also discuss how they want to go when it's all said and done.
(19:28) Zo, Beetle, and McKone talk more about Curtis Mead in comparison with Roman Anthony and their reactions to injury.

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Patriots Defensive Edge Questions // Red Sox Trade Deadline Focus // Today's Takeaways - 7/28 (Hour 4) Jul 28, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone go to the phones for your thoughts and discuss the departures of Chaisson and Tonga.
(14:19) The guys continue with Red Sox talk and potential deals for a new shortstop, even CJ Abrams. The guys talk about the public's reaction to the Mead trade.
(25:28) More Christian Gonzalez news and discussion on his participation level in practice once pads are on.
(35:04) Today's Takeaways

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Observations From Camp // Patriots’ Wide Receivers // Today's Takeaways - 7/27 (Hour 4) Jul 27, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone reset the Patriots conversation from training camp
(7:59) The guys continue the Patriots conversation with the wide receiver room
(18:41) Callers react to the show
(31:04) Today's Takeaways

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Opening Thoughts From Training Camp // Christian Gonzalez // Bill Belichick’s Future - 7/27 (Hour 1) Jul 27, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone are live from Gillette Stadium
(14:57) The guys talk about Christian Gonzalez and his pending contract situation
(24:32) The guys address Robert Kraft’s comments from over the weekend about Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation
(35:38) The guys ponder the future of Bill Belichick after Mike Lombardi was placed on administrative leave

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The State of the Red Sox // Roman Anthony Update // LeBron James to Philly // McKone goes to Bar Harbor - 7/27 (Hour 3) Jul 27, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone discuss the fallout of the Red Sox trading Connelly Early
(12:10) The guys give an update on Roman Anthony and discuss the futures of Kristian Campbell and Marcelo Mayer
(24:12) The guys talk about the turn of events that led LeBron James to sign with the Sixers
(35:01) The guys ask McKone some questions about his trip to Bar Harbor

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Red Sox Trade for Curtis Mead // AJ Brown Joins the Show // Storylines From Camp - 7/27 (Hour 2) Jul 27, 2026

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(00:00) Beetle, Zo, and McKone break down the Red Sox trading Connelly Early for Curtis Mead
(9:43) The guys continue the Red Sox conversation
(16:45) AJ Brown joins the show
(26:48) The guys continue to hit the storylines surrounding training camp

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Not a Good Offseason For The Celtics // What’s The Status of Gabe Jacas? // Fake Promo Friday - 7/24 (Hour 4) Jul 24, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and McCarthy continue to react to the breaking news of the day - LeBron James signing with Philadelphia on a 2-year deal. Did the Celtics aid the Sixers in acquiring LeBron James’ services? Shams Charania reports that Philly wasn’t on LeBron’s radar until Jaylen Brown acquisition.
(14:17) Zo and McCarthy react to Mike Vrabel’s comments regarding Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas’ contract situation. More calls on everything discussed.
(24:22) The guys take more calls about the Patriots, LeBron and suggestions for Producer Tom Morgan as he embarks on a Saturday day trip to Nantucket.
(34:38) Fake Promo Friday

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