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Zolak & Bertrand

Beasley Media Group
Boston Celtics
Boston Red Sox
New England Patriots
AJ Brown
Patriots
Mike Vrabel
Draftkings
Jaylen Brown
Red Sox
Celtics
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Jayson Tatum
Dianna Russini
Boston Bruins
Drake Maye
World Baseball Classic
NFL Draft
Philadelphia 76ers
Boston
Christian Gonzalez

Full show podcasts in one-hour segments, of Zolak & Bertrand, updated weekdays. Listen to Zo & Beetle live every weekday from 10am-2pm ET on Boston's Home for Sports, 98.5 The Sports Hub.

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Latest Episodes

• (00:00) Zolak and Bertrand talk about Roman Anthony's injury, reacting to the news from the weekend.

• (10:30) The guys took some phone calls.

• (15:50) We continued emptying our phone lines while talking about Giannis and the Celtics.

• (29:00) T... more

• (00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin hour No. 3 with how Tatum would feel about the Giannis trade

• (11:02) The guys talk about Florio and Michael Holley wondering why the Patriots didn’t drive a harder bargain for AJ Brown.

• (19:27) The crew talks to... more

• (00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start hour No. 2 talking about what Sean McAdams said on what John Henry thinks about the 2026 Red Sox. They also took some phone calls

• (9:44) We shift gears to the World Cup and the Fever taking over Foxboro.

• (24:3... more

• (00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin the show with their initial thoughts on the Knicks winning the NBA Finals.

• (10:56) Talk about how Bill Simmons believes the Celtics have a new manager offer or Giannis Antetokounmpo.

• (21:55) The crew continues ... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Inquirer NFL reporter discussing AJ. Brown valuation
Philadelphia Inquirer
Episode: Drake Maye's Contract // Did the Patriots overpay for A.J. Brown // McKone Almost Ends This or That - 6-5 (Hour 2)
Cameron Wolf
NFL reporter providing team insights on the Patriots' approach
NFL Network
Episode: Drake Maye's Contract // Did the Patriots overpay for A.J. Brown // McKone Almost Ends This or That - 6-5 (Hour 2)
David Ortiz
Hall of Fame slugger, former Red Sox designated hitter
Boston Red Sox
Episode: Christian Gonzalez’ Contract | Ortiz Defends Henry | Theo Epstein on Analytics | This or That - 6/2 (Hour 3)
Nikki Glaser
Comedian who appeared on a clip discussion about a controversial topic
Episode: Too many NFL games? // Your Calls and Emails // Today’s Takeaways - 5/26 (Hour 4)
Kenny Atkinson
NBA coach (guest on episode)
(contextually discussed)
Episode: Knicks advance to NBA Finals // Cavaliers won games analytically // Time to split the Jays? - 5/26 (Hour 1)
Marc Dondero
Analyst, guest on the show
98.5 The Sports Hub
Episode: Drake Maye: Year 3 Leap? // Countdown To AJ Brown Sweepstakes // Poolside Playlist Draft - 5/25 (Hour 2)
Chad Tracy
Commentator referenced post-game
Episode: Red Sox Get Swept Over Memorial Day Weekend // Do You Trust Breslow To Manage Deadline? // Callahan's Top 5 Cookout Cliches - 5/25 (Hour 1)
Chris Gasper
Boston Globe sports columnist who authored a coach rankings piece
The Boston Globe
Episode: Ranking Boston's Top Coaches // Matthew Stafford Extension - 5-22 (Hour 1)
Saxboy Billy
Puerto Rico song creator and comedian musician
Saxboy Billy (Instagram/TikTok: Saxboy Billy 18)
Episode: Week 1 Motivation For Patriots // Monster Year For Maye in Year 3? // Saxboy Billy Joins The Show - 5/20 (Hour 3)

Hosts

Beetle Bertrand
Co-host of the show with a long-running presence in Boston sports radio; often drives banter and engages guests.
Zolak
Host of flagship segments with a strong media profile in Boston sports radio.
Bertrand
Co-host focused on guiding conversations and providing insider perspective; appears across multiple episode slots.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 573 ratings
  • Love the show hate the cuts

    I really enjoy these guys and the show. Can we PLEASE be better at cutting it for posting on here so we don’t miss whole chunks of the show????

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    keith3516
    United States10 months ago
  • Red Sox are a Dumb Team

    Beetle starts the week off telling us the Red Sox are dumb because they can’t remember how many outs there are. I assumed he was referring to Jarren Duran on Sunday. Later in the 1st hour, Beetle and Zo are interviewing Jim Miller who says that he expects the patriots to win 8-9 games. Then 2-3 minutes later Beetle asks Miller how many games he expects the Patriots to win this year. Hey Beetle, do you need someone to hold up flash cards showing key points already covered by guests? I give Beetle... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mike in WPB
    United Statesa year ago
  • The show is better without Bertrand

    Bertrand is ruins the show Zolak is comedy. Mckone is a million times better then Bertrand

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hesh151
    United Statesa year ago
  • Beetle is unbearable

    Unless you have an unhinged obsession with listening to sports talk radio every day, this show is absolutely unbearable now. Beetle constantly talks over co-hosts and guests, particularly when he’s backed into a corner and is losing a debate. He sounds like the fat kid who got constantly bullied in school and wants everybody to know it. Gave up on this show years ago, went back today to try it out one more time and he is worse than I ever remember. And Zo is ostensibly a Pats employee paid to te... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tony M 85
    United Statesa year ago
  • Getting grating

    November 4 show was so frustrating to listen to. With a patriots great game to talk about they couldn’t get more that 2 minutes an hour talking about the game or the team. Just more and more insufferable garbage about stupid songs or tv shows and music from 2004. It’s football season, it’s short, please talk about football!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Brogan from MA
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

When content hits the right balance, show energy and guest insights keep fans engaged and coming back.
Some episodes are praised for candid takes on media dynamics and coaching narratives.
Audio quality and editing have been repeatedly criticized by some listeners.
Listeners appreciate the high-energy, entertaining banter and strong local sports insight.
Advertising and sponsor reads are sometimes too loud or intrusive for a portion of the audience.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#220
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#93
India/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#151
China/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#154
Saudi Arabia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

David Andrews in Studio - 6-4 (Hour 2)
Q: What was your first reaction to AJ. Brown joining the Patriots?
It felt like a big swing that signals the team's intent to compete at a high level immediately, with a veteran presence to stabilize the offense and elevate the entire unit.
Max St. John Joins The Show // More NFL Schedule Leaks // Fake Promo Friday - 5/15 (Hour 4)
Q: How do you decide which games go into prime-time slots?
We coordinate with our prime-time partners, focus on showcasing the strongest teams from the previous year, and aim to balance the schedule so playoff teams have a spread of national windows across the season, with flexibility to move big games into prime-time as needed.
Max St. John Joins The Show // More NFL Schedule Leaks // Fake Promo Friday - 5/15 (Hour 4)
Q: Can you walk us through how you start building the schedule for the NFL season?
We start months in advance, input all games and rotations, apply evergreen rules about travel and short weeks, and then refine with team forums and stadium availability, which is where teams signal when their venues aren't accessible.
Patriots-Seahawks Opener // Win Totals For The Patriots // Carles Gil Joins The Show - 5/14 (Hour 1)
Q: How do you feel about the Patriots opening against Seattle and the early travel schedule?
The hosts discuss the appeal and risks of starting on the road in Seattle, noting the banner night atmosphere and the need to adapt quickly to a tough opening schedule.
Patriots-Seahawks Opener // Win Totals For The Patriots // Carles Gil Joins The Show - 5/14 (Hour 1)
Q: What do you think about the Celtics' first round exit and how it colors the season ahead?
Gil expresses that the team performed well in the regular season but faltered in the playoffs, and he remains hopeful about focusing on the current season and improving.

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A high-energy Boston sports talk show mix featuring two main hosts with a strong banter-driven dynamic, plus regular guests from sports journalism, current players, and entertainment. Episodes often center on football, basketball, and baseball, with rapid-fire takes, cross-sport hypotheticals, and light cultural segments. Notable traits include candid discussions about media narratives, strong audience interaction, and sponsor integrations that shape the live show flow. The format balances edgy opinion, insider perspectives from sports media, and entertainment bits that keep local listeners engaged and coming back for the latest hot takes.

Noteworthy for its willingness to tackle media ethics, coach and player narratives, and cross-promoti... more

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1. Jeff McLane
2. Cameron Wolf
3. David Ortiz
4. Nikki Glaser
5. Kenny Atkinson
6. Marc Dondero
7. Chad Tracy
8. Chris Gasper

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