Episode 248 - Netflix "Quarterback" Behind the Scenes & MLB Trade Deadline Looming

Mitch Unfiltered

RUNDOWN

At the top of the show, Mitch and Hotshot try to wrap their arms around the Taylor Swift madness before taking a deep dive into Pontiac Silverdome history. Then, the guys chat about the five paths Jerry Dipoto can take heading into the MLB trade deadline. A trio of featured guests are Quarterback executive producer Keith Crossrow, MLB Pipeline writer Jim Callis, and 2023 Mariners draft pick Ben Williamson. The “Other Stuff” segment features topics such as the astronomical contract for Jaylen Brown & declined offer by Kylian Mbappe, Leon Neal's jersey randomly worn by rapper Drake, and Mitch's recap of Barbie!

GUESTS

• Keith Crossrow | Quarterback executive producer
• Jim Callis | MLB Pipeline senior writer
• Ben Williamson | Mariners 2023 2nd round pick third baseman

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | How did Taylor Swift rise to the most popular act in music history?

5:47 | The Pontiac Silverdome was the site of several memorable sports and non-sports events.

24:00 | Which of the five main options with the M's front office take before the August 1st trade deadline?

42:00 | GUEST: Executive producer of the Netflix hit Quarterback provides interesting tidbits about the recording and reception of the series.

1:03:55 | GUEST: Longtime MLB draft expert Jim Callis is back to provide a trade deadline overview as the big splash deals were non-existent this year.

1:23:33 | GUEST: Mariners third base draft pick Ben Williamson from William & Mary shares his baseball journey as his professional career begins.

1:42:02 | “Other Stuff” topics range from the record-setting deal for Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown and offer to soccer star Kylian Mbappe, an unlikely jersey worn by Drake, and Mitch shares his observations from Barbie which he caved into the pressure to see!