Episode 310 - I'll Have The Tilapia!

Mitch Unfiltered

RUNDOWN

Mitch Levy and Hotshot Scott kick off with a recap of the Seattle Seahawks' frustrating overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams. They discuss Smith’s tendency to hold onto the ball too long and the team's ongoing struggles with offensive line protection, which led to seven sacks for the Rams. Meanwhile, much praise for rookie receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s strong performance.

Mitch interviews New York Times bestselling author and baseball historian Eric Sherman, who has written nine books on baseball, including his recent work, "Daybreak at Chavez Ravine: Fernando Mania and the Remaking of the Los Angeles Dodgers." They discuss the impact of Fernando Valenzuela, a Mexican pitcher who rose to stardom in 1981, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and icon, particularly within the Mexican American community. The interview closes with a tribute to Valenzuela, who passed away recently at 63, with Sherman noting his enduring influence on baseball and cultural history.

Seahawks No-Table analyze the Seattle's 26-20 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams. The panel delves into quarterback Geno Smith's mixed performance, highlighting his three interceptions and accountability, while noting his career-high 360-yard game with standout moments like a 15-yard game-tying touchdown.

Neuheisel analyzes Lincoln Riley's struggles at USC, including his over-reliance on passing and failure to adapt his strategy. Mitch and Neuheisel also discuss Ohio State's continued dominance over Penn State, Clemson’s and Texas A&M’s struggles, and implications for the playoffs in each major conference.

GUESTS

• Erik Sherman | New York Times Best-Selling Author & Baseball Historian

• Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts)

• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:22 | Are there any famous people from 310, Los Angeles?

8:35 | Mitch announces; BEAT THE BOYS password

15:09 | Seahawks loss, who's to blame? Coaches or Players?

30:00 | GUEST: Erik Sherman (author and sports historian) dive into the legacy of Fernando Valenzuela with author Eric Sherman, exploring how Valenzuela's rise to stardom in 1981 captivated fans, bridged cultural divides, and cemented his place as an icon in both baseball and Mexican American history, all while remaining a humble, reluctant star.

59:14 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN.com Seahawks insider), Jacson Bevens (Cigar Thoughts) - Mitch, Brady, and Jacson break down the Seahawks' nail-biting 26-20 OT loss to the Rams, examining Geno Smith's polarizing performance, Seattle's short-yardage struggles, and the offensive line's critical lapses.

1:24:09 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel - CBS College Football Analyst - Neuheisel's “waiver-worthy” Virginia Tech pick to USC’s struggles under Lincoln Riley, and playoff contenders predicts.

1:53:09 | Other Stuff Segment: •Strip Club Offer for Dodgers Players • Dwayne Wade Statue Critique • Bronny James Scores First NBA Points • College Football Recruiting Rankings • 7’9” Basketball Player at Florida • Uncrustables as Popular NFL Locker Room Snack • Dodgers Fan Loses Hand in Firework Accident • Gisele Bündchen’s Pregnancy News • RIPs: Alan Rachins, Teri Garr, Matilda Lorenzi • Headlines: Trump’s childhood home, AI assistant Claude’s distractions, a public display of affection incident, and digital condoms