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Inside The Minds

Inside The Minds

By Inside The Minds

A gambler, mental performance coach, certified beer enthusiast, and a food aficionado with like 7 master's degrees, walk into a hockey game... they left with a podcast talking about all things sports, beer, and food with weekly guests sharing their best sports stories. Strap in for more hot takes than those skipping debate show hosts.
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Episode 24: RELEASE THE KRAKEN!

Inside The MindsJul 27, 2020

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Episode 24: RELEASE THE KRAKEN!

Episode 24: RELEASE THE KRAKEN!

This week's edition of Inside the Minds finds the boys discussing if a hot dog is a sandwich, the top 5 Buffalo Wild Wings Sauces, and of course we dive into the world of sports including the long-awaited name drop for Seattle's NHL expansion team! We give our takes on what's happening inside the NBA bubble, the lack of preparedness in the NFL, Opening Weekend in MLB, and as promised, we give our predictions for the Eastern Conference of the NHL playoffs. As always be prepared to laugh along with our False Top 5s and Matt's Shenanigans! Thank you for listening and feel free to follow us on social media platforms @ITMpod!

Jul 27, 202001:39:08
Episode 23: Angels in the Outfield

Episode 23: Angels in the Outfield

BASEBALL IS BACK THIS WEEK! Welcome to Episode 23 of ITM! This week we bring you debates on the best fast food fries,  MLB predictions, and Western Conference NHL Playoff bracket. We also discuss whether or not the NFL will be having a season. As always we sprinkle in our False Top 5 throughout the episode. Feel free to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Instagram and Twitter, @ITMpod!

Jul 20, 202001:40:20
Episode 22: Islands of Fights and Fields of Dreams

Episode 22: Islands of Fights and Fields of Dreams

FIGHT ISLAND IS FINALLY HERE! We kick the show off talking some UFC, discuss Patrick Mahomes $503 Million contract, give our predictions on whether any of the major 4 sports will actually complete their seasons, and talk the latest hockey and MLB news. Plus you won't want to miss our False Top 5's this week and Matt comes through with some epic shenanigans. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on to know when the new episodes drop! Follow us on Twitter and Insta @ITMpod! 


We would also like to thank our sponsors AlphaSportPerformance.com and Anchor.fm for helping us bring you the latest sports, food, and beer talk each week!

Jul 11, 202001:44:51
Episode 21: Hey now, There's No All-Stars

Episode 21: Hey now, There's No All-Stars

On this weeks episode of ITM, we talk about the newly canceled 2020 MLB All-Star game, recent COVID tests across each of the leagues, a NAME CHANGE THAT IS FINALLY HAPPENING (maybe), and we talk about the poor Red Wings and send our condolences to their fans. We also give you 4 new False Top 5s to end the show this week. Tune in for some sports, laughs, and ice cold takes brought to you by (YOUR AD HERE)! And while you're at it, if you're an athlete check out our sponsor AlphaSportPerformance.com for any and all sport performance needs! 

Jul 04, 202001:13:10
Episode 20: The Boys Are BACK!

Episode 20: The Boys Are BACK!

What do Inside The Minds and MLB have in common? We are both back this week! We break down the exciting news of baseball's return, what is going on in the NFL, and dive into the news around NASCAR. We also have the return of our beer reviews and our false Top 5. Most excitingly, we welcome our newest sponsor to the ITM team, Alpha Sport Performance! Check them out at AlphaSportPerformance.com

Jun 27, 202001:25:19
Episode 19: You're Bacon Me Crazy, MLB!

Episode 19: You're Bacon Me Crazy, MLB!

What do Matt and Kyrie Irving have in common? They both might be a little crazy. Come check out the latest episode of ITM to find out why! We also return to talking sports and shenanigans. Is the MLB going to come to an agreement this weekend? Will the NBA actually resume or will players sit out? What Phase 3 of the NHL return means and how are teams getting prepared? But the most exciting thing we talk about is...... FIGHT ISLAND! It's happening and we can't be more excited to discuss it this week.

Follow us on social media on Twitter and Instagram @ITMPOD for sports content, shenanigans, and more! 

Jun 13, 202001:20:43
Episode 18: Together We Will Rise Up

Episode 18: Together We Will Rise Up

In wake of the recent tragedy of George Floyd's murder and the wave of peaceful protests across the world, we decided to use this episode to make a statement on what's going on. We support the BLM movement and want to support our communities in their fight for equality. We give brief sports updates in the second half of the show but we wanted to focus on what was important this week, which is not sports. Thank you for listening, and we love all of our listeners. We will be streaming a simulated NHL Playoff on twitch @ insidethemindspod if you want a chance to interact and talk with us! 

Jun 06, 202054:26
Episode 17: Rock, Paper, Slappers, Shoot! NHL IS BACK! (Kinda)

Episode 17: Rock, Paper, Slappers, Shoot! NHL IS BACK! (Kinda)

Welcome back to INSIDE THE MINDS! On this week's episode we talk some ripped pants and a furious comeback in The Match II, MLB messing up having the chance for a season, the NBA's confusing approach to the playoffs, and the NHL officially stating the playoffs are happening and there will be a STANLEY CUP CHAMP! And of course, Matt brings you some funny shenanigans to leave you in a good mood! Follow us on Insta and Twitter @ITMPOD! 

May 30, 202001:12:05
Episode 16: It's All Gravy, Baby! NHL is Returning!

Episode 16: It's All Gravy, Baby! NHL is Returning!

 The Last Dance concluded and we dive in with some hot takes regarding the Bulls, Jordan and the Jerry's. NASCAR officially returned and Bart could not be more excited to become a full-fledged redneck; catch him at Go Topless Jeep Weekend next year after his invite got lost in the mail this year. We also discuss the elephant in the room with hockey's racism problem as well as the NHL's approved 24 team playoff format with some of our predictions! We all introduce a new segment: The False Top 5 inspired by Paul Pierce

May 23, 202001:25:28
Ep 15: Matt's Flu (Hangover) Game

Ep 15: Matt's Flu (Hangover) Game

Last Dance updates, UFC recap, zoom zoom cars return (NASCAR), and laughing at the Rams.... what more could you want from a podcast during a global pandemic?? Chris comes up clutch during Matt's 'Jordan-esque" hangover... oops, we mean Flu Game.  We all review a grapefruit gin, and talk about the backlash MLB is facing. Come take a tour Inside the Minds of your favorite 4 co-hosts in this weeks episode! Also, follow us on twitter @ITMpod 

May 16, 202001:08:56
Episode 14: Spikes and Fights; Interview with Pro Volleyball Player Elizabeth Hyland

Episode 14: Spikes and Fights; Interview with Pro Volleyball Player Elizabeth Hyland

Welcome to Episode 14 of Inside the Minds! On this episode we have a very very special guest, Elizabeth Hyland who was playing professional volleyball over in Europe before Coronavirus ended their season. We also get to talk about the return of live sports with the UFC returning! Will Bart lose all of his money? Probably. We also break down the Bears schedule, review Corona Extra and Chori Pollo Tacos in this amazing episode!

May 09, 202001:50:16
Episode 13: Dear Floyd, Love Chicago; Interview with Floyd McCraney

Episode 13: Dear Floyd, Love Chicago; Interview with Floyd McCraney

On the latest episode of Inside the Minds, we sit down and talk photography and sports with Floyd McCraney, a photographer for the Chicago White Sox! He shares some great stories about how he got into photography, his journey to working for the Sox, and more! We also catch you up on the latest news in sports from around the NHL, NBA, MLB, and NFL, including Yadi leaving STL(?!?!), the Hawks making MAJOR changes, and The Last Dance! Plus you'll want to hear our reviews of Kona Spiked Island Seltzer and Miller Lite (Surprise! It's not good). 

May 02, 202001:50:18
Episode 12: MLB Stands for Manfred Loves Boston

Episode 12: MLB Stands for Manfred Loves Boston

Welcome to Episode 12! Week 1 million of quarantine but we are still here bringing you sports news and beer reviews! This week we discuss the NFL draft, MLB's punishment of the Boston Red Sox, and the NHL's plan to return June 1st. We also discuss everyone's favorite side dish, as well as, reviewing not 1 but 2 seltzers this week. Check us out, subscribe, retweet, follow us, like, and any other buttons you can press! 

Apr 25, 202001:18:59
Episode 11: A Tale of Truly Great Busts

Episode 11: A Tale of Truly Great Busts

On this episode, your favorite bros review a buffalo chicken grilled cheese and Truly Hard Lemonade, we also take a peek at the future for the Bulls now that the GarPax era is officially over, and we compile a list of the greatest busts of all time across the 4 major sports. You won't want to miss this week's greatness!!
Apr 19, 202001:11:46
Episode 10: Who let the GOATs out?

Episode 10: Who let the GOATs out?

10 Episodes in!! To celebrate we have a challenge for Matt in this episode to not cuss, we talk potential MLB season format with division realignments, the new Bucs and Falcons Uniforms, more Coronavirus news, and the moment you have all been waiting for.... LeBron vs Jordan... Matt vs Kevin... surprise, Chris wins. Listen to your favorite new podcast discuss the things you love and can't live without and share us with your friends!

Apr 11, 202001:43:48
Episode 9: Quarantined Shenanigans

Episode 9: Quarantined Shenanigans

Day 21 without sports: The world is ending, life seems meaningless, all is gray... until you listen to episode 9 of Inside the Minds. We give you several funny stories, seltzer and rum reviews, and our Taco Bell top 5 menu items. There is also some brief conversations about sports to keep y'all up to date as we move along through this pandemic.

Apr 04, 202001:33:29
Episode 8: Quarantine and Stream

Episode 8: Quarantine and Stream

Opening day is here! But not really... thanks coronavirus... But to celebrate one of the best days of the year, usually, we did a fantasy baseball draft live. We also talked about updates on following coronavirus precautions, what else is going on in the NFL and NHL, a thrilling story about Soccer in Belarus, and our new hobbies without sport. Strap in and ready your brain tank for some greatness coming your way!

Mar 28, 202001:28:18
Episode 7: Coronacation 2020

Episode 7: Coronacation 2020

We are a week and a half into a world without live sports... but that doesn't mean we aren't drinking brewskis and bitching about the bears while crying over Brady going to Tampa Bay. Take a dive into the end of the world sports and what we expect to happen when sports do return with your favorite bro's. Also, Public Service Announcement: Wash your hands.. K Thanks 

Mar 21, 202001:23:19
Episode 6: Coronas, Viruses, and Olympics! Oh My!

Episode 6: Coronas, Viruses, and Olympics! Oh My!

CHAOS HAS DESCENDED UPON THE SPORTS WORLD! TOILET PAPER IS GONE! PEOPLE AREN'T WASHING THEIR HANDS! CORONAS DO NOT CAUSE COVID-19!! Come listen to all of our takes on the March Madness that we did not expect plus hear about Kevin's visit to the Olympic and Paralympic Training Center out in Colorado Springs. Pika Pika 

Mar 14, 202052:44
Episode 5: The Vipers Strike Back

Episode 5: The Vipers Strike Back

In this episode we explore the Vipers first win, the Flyers rise to 2nd in their division, the million possibilities for Bears QBs, and as always some world class shenanigans for you to enjoy! If you like the episode, please share it to your friends and family so they can enjoy the same greatness you just experienced.

Mar 07, 202001:35:21
Episode 4: Where is Bart? Plus Piece Brewery Pizza and Beer Review

Episode 4: Where is Bart? Plus Piece Brewery Pizza and Beer Review

In this "mini" episode we talk about our weekend adventure into Chicago to try out Piece Brewery and Pizza, give a huge shoutout to SteelSeries for gifting us with incredible Arctis 5 headsets, and we still hit you with some of our favorite sports stories from the past week! 

Mar 02, 202041:27
Episode 3: NBA All-Star Game, Cubs, Tatis Jr, Hawks and Blues, First Ever Guest, XFL

Episode 3: NBA All-Star Game, Cubs, Tatis Jr, Hawks and Blues, First Ever Guest, XFL

On this episode  we discuss a wide ranging variety of sports from the NBA and NFL to the XFL and NASCAR including the scary Ryan Newman crash. Tune in and prepared to have your mind blown by Ice Cold Takes and predictions from all over sports.

Feb 22, 202002:38:05
Episode 2: Astros Apology, New Playoff Format, Man City, Wild Week of Hockey, XFL Reviews

Episode 2: Astros Apology, New Playoff Format, Man City, Wild Week of Hockey, XFL Reviews

On Episode 2 of Inside the Minds, we take you on a ride through a joke of an apology by the Houston Astros, an intriguing proposed change to the MLB playoff format, Man City taking a huge blow, an absolutely insane recap of the week in hockey, and give you our reviews of the amazing first week of the XFL, plus we come at you with a great beer and food review this week!

Feb 15, 202001:54:51
EPISODE NUMERO UNO

EPISODE NUMERO UNO

Hey Y'all! Welcome to the first ever episode of Inside the Minds! On this episode we talk about why we started the pod, a beer review, the NBA trade deadline, Mookie Betts, the NHL playoff races, and the new XFL. Strap in and get ready for our Ice Cold Takes for everything sports related. 

Feb 08, 202001:34:42