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Pod By the River

Beyond the Monster
Boston Red Sox
Major League Baseball
Rafael Devers
Red Sox
Baseball
Alex Bregman
Garrett Crochet
Christian Campbell
Alex Cora
Trevor Story
Jaren Duran
Fenway Park
Tristan Casas
Craig Breslow
New York Yankees
Roman Anthony
Spring Training
Tanner Hauck
MLB
Minor League Baseball

Presented by Beyond the Monster and ranked the #1 baseball podcast in the Bahamas by Chartible. A truly epic Red Sox podcast! Starring Ed Hand Ryan Brady Justin Gonzalez Micah "Ballpark Buzz" Storms Owen Brown

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes224Founded3 years ago
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Latest Episodes

SORRY FOR THE DELAY ON THIS ONE, TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES

Buzz and Justin go over the 15-game winning streak that was, the series against the Orioles, and what comes next.

Brady returns from Hawaii and immediately goes into the historic streak the 2026 Red Sox are on with a temporally cycloptic Ed.

For episode 200, the prodigal son Hogdale returns for the first time since leaving for Barstool. The entire crew is there meaning this is a six-man team. Somehow, everyone gets to talk. Many sound effects are used.

Intrigued? Then it's time to liste... more

Ed is joined by Bob Osgood (@bobosgood15) to go over the Red Sox recent hot streak and gauge where they really are at and what they should do moving forward.

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Recent Guests

Craig Breslow
Guest, former MLB pitcher, Breslow buzz co-host
Breslow's network / Red Sox broadcaster
Episode: Episode 200: The Return of Hogdale
Bob Osgood
Writer and podcaster for the Red Seat Podcast, Red Sox content creator
Red Seat Podcast, Over the Monster
Episode: Episode 199: Nine Straight w/Guest Bob Osgood
Owen Brown
Rookie of the Year candidate, Red Sox prospect
Red Sox organization
Episode: Episode 192: Throuple Episode
Rob Bradford
Red Sox reporter and baseball journalist
Baseball Isn't Boring / Pod By the River guest
Episode: Episode 190: Rob Bradford
Ballpark Buzz
Commentator/guest on the episode
Band of Ballpark Buzz
Episode: Episode 187: The Offense Blows
Joon Lee
Sports business journalist and author on Red Sox topics
Yahoo Sports, ESPN, Substack
Episode: Episode 183: Joon Lee
Devin Futrell
Professional baseball pitcher in the Red Sox organization
Boston Red Sox organization
Episode: Episode 181: Devin Futrell
Michael Clair
MLB.com writer and author of We Sacrifice Everything to Baseball
MLB.com / University of Nebraska Press
Episode: Episode 178: Michael Clair author of "We Sacrifice Everything to Baseball: How the Czech Republic's Amateur Underdogs Became World Baseball Classic Heroes"
Adam Bates
Right-handed pitcher for Salem Red Sox
Salem Red Sox
Episode: Episode 175: The Journey of Adam Bates

Hosts

Ed Hand
Host of Pod By the River, frequently leads interviews and drives deep-dive conversations.
Ryan Brady
Co-host known for analytical takes and conversational banter.
Justin Gonzalez
Co-host of Pod By the River with a strong presence in season discussions.
Owen Brown
Co-host providing analysis and fan perspective, occasionally brings guest viewpoints.

Reviews

2.9 out of 5 stars from 136 ratings
  • Dead pod

    No reason to listen now that hoggy has left. Ed will make creepy jokes about the other cohosts and continue to live in ignorance thinking he is funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    podreviewquy
    United States8 months ago
  • Would rate 5 Wally Heads if I could

    Always on point. If you like a good rant you’ll enjoy a Hogdale take.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoidzach
    United Statesa year ago

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Some episodes skew negative about leadership decisions, which may turn off casual fans.

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Apple Podcasts
#211
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#209
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#109
Ireland/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

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Episode 201: Thirteen Straight
Q: Would you trade Marcelo Meyer now or wait for a better offer later?
They argue that selling high is risky and that keeping top prospects can pay off if the team remains competitive, suggesting patience and value assessment over hasty moves.
Episode 201: Thirteen Straight
Q: Is it time to stop talking about firing Reslo?
Yes, the consensus is that while past performance was rough, the current run justifies keeping faith with the manager for now.
Episode 201: Thirteen Straight
Q: Hot or iced coffee?
The hosts favor iced coffee, preferring a refreshing option that suits the session's pace.
Episode 200: The Return of Hogdale
Q: Which player should be traded if the team wants to maximize the chance to contend this season?
Opinions vary, but several players are floated as potential trade assets, with Bennett, Early, or Tully often cited. The consensus leans toward balancing immediate impact with future flexibility rather than a reckless overpay.
Episode 192: Throuple Episode
Q: What would be a good number for you in terms of home runs for Caleb Durbin this year?
8-12 home runs, with potential for 30+ doubles if he keeps his eye and contact quality at a strong level.

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What is Pod By the River about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two Boston-area baseball fans deliver a casual, opinionated mix of deep-dive team analysis and broad fan perspective focused on the Red Sox. Episodes routinely dissect lineup construction, pitching depth, front-office decisions, and trade deadline dynamics, often balancing data-driven critique with personal anecdotes and humor. A recurring strength is bringing in guest voices from baseball journalism and player development to provide insider context, while maintaining a conversational, approachable tone that resonates with devoted fans who enjoy hot takes, speculative moves, and behind-the-scenes discussions about ownership, management, and culture.

Noteworthy is the show's dédiée focus on the Sox's balance of offense and pitching, along w... more

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1. Craig Breslow
2. Bob Osgood
3. Owen Brown
4. Rob Bradford
5. Ballpark Buzz
6. Joon Lee
7. Devin Futrell
8. Michael Clair

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