ED/BC Podcast
Sports talk, parenting tips and mishaps, dad rock and staggering amounts of useless information.
Episodes
364 episodes
A Giant Debut and The Jets Fly High
The Giants and Jets both looked great on Sunday. Are they legit, or a Week One mirage? Plus, Erik talks about an emotional night at Yankee Stadium.
2026 NFL Predictions
Erik and Brian call their shots on how this season will play out. Brian makes a prediction that leaves Erik delighted and amused, and Erik makes a major miscalculation about his sports home-viewing habits.
NFL Over/Unders
Erik and Brian offer their peerless predictions on which teams will exceed/fall short of win predictions for the upcoming season.
NFL Players Returning to College Football? And Remembering Dolly Parton.
Erik and Brian reflect on the stunning news of Dolly Parton’s passing but still find time to argue about whether it’s “have a catch” or “play catch.”
Bad Teams, Bad Scheduling, and a Looming Lockout
The NFL and NBA bend over backward to try to schedule compelling games on holidays. Why can’t MLB do the same? Erik and Brian discuss the state of baseball.
Netflix’s Quarterback and Jumping Back Into the Fantasy Football Pool
Did the Mets make the right moves when they sold at the trade deadline? Did the Yankees do enough to solidify their team for a playoff run? And why is Erik jumping back into the world of fantasy football?
MassLive’s Sean McAdam on the Incredible Red Sox Winning Streak and the New Rolling Stones Album
Few people know baseball AND rock music as well as MassLive’s Sean McAdam. The longtime Boston writer joins Erik and Brian to discuss the Red Sox’s record-winning streak and The Rolling Stones’ new album.
Baseball at the Break, Sports Questions, and The Rolling Stones’ New Album
A quiet week in sports (outside of The World Cup), so Brian asks Erik questions on the Jets, Knicks, Yankees, and Wimbledon. Plus, the Stones are making new music.
The World Cup, the Jaylen Brown Trade, and Larry David’s New Show
Erik and Brian discuss the USMNT’s loss to Belgium, the Jaylen Brown trade, and Brian offers a scathing review of Larry David’s new show.
Golf in the Rain, the Mets Make Changes, and LeBron Is Looking for a New Home.
It was a wet and wild day of golf at The Travelers Championship. Erik was there, dodging raindrops. The guys are also talking about LeBron, Lonnie Hawkins, and the birthday game.
The NBA Draft, the U.S. Open, and Trying to Attend the Knicks Parade
Erik shares his experience attempting to attend the Knicks’ massive victory parade. Plus, Giannis, the NBA Draft, and the U.S. Open.
It's True: The New York Knicks are NBA Champions
Start spreading the news (like you don’t already know). After 53 years, the Knicks are NBA Champions. Erik shares his thoughts as a long-suffering Knicks fan.
Now We Have a Series in the NBA Finals
New York City was electric, ready to watch the Knicks take a commanding 3-0 lead in The NBA Finals. The Spurs (and maybe the refs) had other ideas.
Mike Vaccaro on the Knicks and “The Bosses of the Bronx.”
Famed New York Post sports columnist Mike Vaccaro joins Erik and Brian from San Antonio after the Knicks’ comeback win in game one of The NBA Finals. He also discusses his latest book, “The Bosses of the Bronx: The Endless Drama of the Yanke...
Finally, the Finals! The Knicks and Spurs, a Dream Come True for the NBA.
It’s a dream matchup for the NBA. The Knicks are taking on Wemby and the Spurs in the Finals. Erik and Brian share their predictions. Plus, baseball, The Stanley Cup, and Clint Eastwood.
The Knicks Make the NBA Finals! Can They Win?
For the first time in 27 years, the New York Knicks will play for the NBA Championship. Do they stand a chance against whichever powerhouse comes out of the West?
Wemby Delivers An Instant Classic
Spurs-Thunder exceeded the hype in game one of the Western Conference Finals. In the East, will the Knicks continue to look like a team of destiny?
Youthful Energy for the Mets, More Injuries for the Yankees. Plus, Happy Birthday to Top Gun
The Mets hope an infusion of youth can turn things around, while the Yankees hope for good news on injuries. Plus, the movie that turned the summer of 1986 into the Summer of Loggins turns 40.
Remembering John Sterling, the Voice of the New York Yankees
Erik and Brian remember the legendary broadcaster John Sterling, who passed away this week. Erik shares his personal story of conversations he had with Sterling. Later, it’s the NBA Finals or bust for the New York Knicks.
Two Managers Already Fired: Will the Mets Skipper Be Next?
The Red Sox shockingly cleaned house. The Phillies fired Rob Thomson. Is Carlos Mendoza the next skipper to be let go?
The Knicks Blow a Playoff Game at Home. Where Have We Seen This Before?
It’s becoming a ritual of spring: the Knicks blowing a winnable playoff game at MSG. Will it bring an early end to their playoff run?
Have the Mets Arrived in Panic City? Plus, Rory's Repeat Run at The Masters.
The Mets are off to an awful start, and there's no easy solution. Plus, recapping Rory McEleroy's rollercoaster repeat run at Augusta.
A Rough Few Days for the Nation's Basketball Capital
The UConn men may have come up short against Michigan, but that should not ruin a great run. The UConn women's season ended on a more problematic note.