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Man in the Middle

Man in the Middle

By MIM

Three degenerate gamblers talk all things sport, gambling, and occasionally real life.
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Man in the MiddleMar 27, 2021

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The boys are back/Suns in 4!

The boys are back/Suns in 4!

Because of very popular demand, the boys are officially back and better than ever. They had a lot of sports to cover, including NBA Finals, Euro 2020, the Cup and much more. 

Jedi and Sith was electric, including a much-needed call out from the Beauty Man and the boys finished up with a very interesting Big J question of the week. 

Jul 09, 202101:23:36
Ding, dong, the Champs are dead.

Ding, dong, the Champs are dead.

The Lakers are dead, LeBron is complaining and the Beast has to hear about it. The Boys then talk everything first round, then give their picks for the semis in both conferences. 

Sleeping Guy leads the boys through a Euro 2020 (in 2021) preview, and why you should join the fellas on the Portugal train. 

Plus, Jedi and Sith, and some very important betting lessons.  

Jun 07, 202101:15:36
The Clippers are DEAD.... or are they?

The Clippers are DEAD.... or are they?

The boys are back with some sub-par sports takes on everything NBA playoffs, including the possible death of the Clippers and LeBron's antics. They also talk Julio Jones and the death of real journalism, and they do even get some NHL talk in there. 

Sleeping Guy gives his year-end foooootball awards, and a similar betting lesson. 

May 30, 202101:22:19
Too many sports? Not a chance

Too many sports? Not a chance

The boys are back just as the sporting landscape shifts into high gear. They talk play-in, LeBron's heroics/antics, give an NBA playoff preview/picks, PGA championship and even a little hockey. 

Then of course they do Jedi and Sith, where the Beauty Man sides with a man twice his age. Finally, they give you a wide range of picks to make you rich. 

May 22, 202101:00:07
Tom Wilson vs. the world

Tom Wilson vs. the world

You know there is big news in the hockey world when the boys lead with NHL. Tom Wilson was up to his old antics and had the hockey world losing its mind. The boys then talk way too early NFL power rankings and take on some of the biggest talk-show headlines from the NBA. 

Then they discuss where they would be selected in a world population basketball draft, as well as some Jedi/Sith. 

May 08, 202101:31:53
The boys go drafting!

The boys go drafting!

The boys do a special live episode during the second and third rounds of the NFL draft. The Beauty Man and the Pats get their guy McCorkle Jones and apparently the "Pats are back." They also give all their takeaways from round one, including some expected Aaron Rodgers slander from the Sleeping Guy.

They talk about the return of the King, the Beast gets lost in Jedi and Sith, and of course some picks. 



May 01, 202101:22:57
Super League? More like super dud!

Super League? More like super dud!

The boys lead with soccer! What a world. They talk about the Super League that lasted less time than an average Sleeping Guy nap.

Then they talk some NFL draft, some NBA MVP, and the Victoria boys go on another rant about resting in the NBA.

Apr 24, 202101:16:08
Hideki for the win!!

Hideki for the win!!

The boys are back for another episode where they discuss everything Masters, some NBA, a little MLB and even some hockey???

Then the Beauty Man takes us through a painful week on the sportsbook, and the Beast has a hypothetical for the boys that you are going to want to check out!

Apr 16, 202101:23:04
Masters Week!

Masters Week!

The boys are back to recap the end to March Madness, preview the Masters, and much more.

They then have a hypothetical scenario to talk over that you are going to want to take a listen to!

Apr 10, 202101:32:48
And then there were four!

And then there were four!

The sports world is abuzz and the boys cover it all. NFL, MLB, and of course some Final Four talk. 

They then have a discussion on some of their most iconic sports venues, and then the boys try and stay hot with some picks. 

Apr 03, 202101:07:59
Survive and Advance

Survive and Advance

We are onto the Sweet 16 and the boys had some big takeaways from the first two rounds of the tourney!

They also talk about the NFL trade and some NBA trade deadline winners and losers.

Sleeping Guy then helps everyone out and gives his top spots for a good siesta. 

Mar 27, 202101:06:15
Welcome to the Madness

Welcome to the Madness

The bracket is here and it is beautiful! After some brief NFL free agency talk, the boys take you first all the first and second-round games of tourney! 

Will it be a perfect bracket? Only time will tell.

Then they finish up with everyone's favourite segment, Jedi and Sith of the week.

Mar 19, 202101:15:56
Conference Tournament Week

Conference Tournament Week

The boys are back in action where they talk about Dak's new contract, All-star festivities, as well as some NCAA conference tourney action.

Liam has another guest on for his Jedi of the week that causes the boys to reminisce, and they talk a little CFL/XFL merger.

Finally the boys give you some winning picks... that might be a little out of date... but hey, at least they were winners!

Mar 12, 202101:01:27
This is MARCH

This is MARCH

We are into the best sporting month of the year.... no bias here!

The boys talk more NFL free agency, NBA finals and awards, and start gearing up for the TOURNEY.

Some Jedi/Sith, and then some picks to get the listeners rich.  



Mar 04, 202101:15:15
Rest vs. Rust

Rest vs. Rust

The boys are back after a well-earned week off and are ready to take on the post-NFL world. 

But that doesn't mean there aren't NFL topics to be discussed. In this episode, they discuss Russell Wilson possibly on the trading block, JJ Watt fits, and make some predictions on QB landing spots.

It was a tough episode for the Sleeping Guy, as they also discuss Kyle Lowry trade rumours. Some other topics discussed include: are the Jazz the best team in the league, trouble in Lala Land, and their thoughts on the Tiger Woods accident. 

Finally, as always there is a thrilling Jedi and Sith, a spirited rant, and the Beast puts the boys through a "would you rather" gauntlet.

Feb 25, 202101:21:03
Tom did it AGAIN

Tom did it AGAIN

In the very last post-NFL podcast of the season, the boys talk all things Super Bowl. How much does this hurt Patrick Mahomes legacy? Is Andy Reid at all to blame? Did Tom make it to the after-party at the parade? And much more.

They also talk Russell Wilson drama with the sleeping guy, NBA MVP, and some Raps. 

The Beauty Man has an off the top rant, and the gentleman describe their ideal athlete dinner.

Finally, the boys still end with some picks to keep you winning money in other sports. 

Feb 12, 202101:07:40
Super Bowl Extraordinaire

Super Bowl Extraordinaire

In a very special Super Bowl preview/The Beast's bday episode, the boys go over their take on the biggest storylines for the big game, including their x-factors. 

They also talk Stafford/Goff where the Beast attempts to hold back his smile, some Nets talk, and a new Sleeping Guy segment. 

But most significantly, the boys have their first female guest on for a very poignant rant about an incredibly important subject. 

Finally, the boys give their Super Bowl picks, including some of their favourite prop bets.   

Feb 05, 202101:20:44
Aaron Rodgers Showdown

Aaron Rodgers Showdown

In a very special episode of Man in the Middle, the boys welcome their first guest to recap the Conference Championships and, more importantly, debate the legacy of Aaron Rodgers.

Jedi and Sith, a Beauty Man's rant, and the boys make their initial picks on the Super Bowl! 

Jan 29, 202101:44:13
Man in the Middle - Episode 15.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 15.5

Conference Championship time!! 

The Beast mourns for the Rams, and the boys recap all the divisional action. They talk MLK day in the NBA, the Nets' new big 3, and their thoughts on the Tiger documentary. 

The Sleeping Guy gives a hilarious recount of a media member being put in his place, while surprise, surprise, the Beauty Man brings out some pretty impressive Tom Brady numbers in his rant.

Finally, the three stooges finish by predicting who will be on their way to Tampa Bay in two weeks time with the second last NFL picks segment of the season!

Jan 22, 202101:30:52
Man in the Middle - Episode 14.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 14.5

A full recap of a packed wildcard weekend, including the Beast, getting sweet, sweet revenge on the Sleeping Guy as the Rams send the Seahawks to Cabo. The boys also talk questionable punts, the Nickelodeon game, and some Heinicke magic. 

There is also some major NBA news to go over, and the debut of the Beast's college basketball poem that he fails miserably at. Plus, the Sleeping Guy talks about soccer and the Beauty Man gives love to some substances. 


Finally, the boys make their picks for the divisional round in the debut of a brand new segment.  

Jan 15, 202101:43:25
Man in the Middle - Episode 13.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 13.5

Happy 2021 everyone, and happy NFL playoff week. The boys unpack the last week of the NFL regular season, including what they made of the Eagles/Giants debacle. 

We get a final power rankings from the Sleeping Guy (sheds tear), a passionate rant from the Beauty Man about the craziness that occurred in the United States, and they all make their NFL award predictions. 

Finally, the boys pick every playoff game head-to-head, against the spread, and the over/under. Spoiler alert, the Beast and Sleeping Guy did not see eye to eye on Rams vs. Seahawks.

Jan 08, 202101:53:33
Man in the Middle - Episode 12.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 12.5

The boys say goodbye to the abysmal year that was 2020 the only way they know how, gambling away their money and talking about sports. 

Listen to get yourself prepped for the final week of the NFL regular season, some early NBA takeaways, and even some once in a blue moon hockey talk.

Then reminisce on the year of sports with the boys as they all go over their highs and lows of the 2020 sporting year. 

See you all in 2021.

Jan 01, 202101:37:56
Man in the Middle - Episode 11.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 11.5

Merry Christmas you filthy animals, the three stooges are back for a special Christmas episode where the Beast comes to terms with the Rams losing to the Jets after taking a couple well deserved of roasts from the Sleeping Guy. 

Then the Beauty Man talks about beating up old people again and adds his own twist to a Christmas classic. Finally, the boys talk about their favourite Christmas traditions and finish up by trying to win you some Christmas funds.   

Dec 25, 202001:35:52
Man in the Middle - Episode 10.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 10.5

Episode 10!! The haters never thought we would get here, but here we are.

It was another week with more disrespect of the Packers from the Sleeping Guy. The boys also talk Ravens/Browns, how their Rams/Pats predictions panned out, and some Giannis and James Harden talk.

Then the Sleeping Guy and the Beauty Man show how much they do together, doubling up on some of their takes pre-planned segments. Finally, the boys pick the NFL dudes they would want on their side in a fight, and the Beast tries to finally win a parlay.

Dec 17, 202001:23:21
Man in the Middle - Episode 9.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 9.5

A little time machine episode recorded right before the Rams vs. Patriots game on Thursday night... figure out who predicted the game correctly... (hint, no one really did)... the Sleeping Guy also has to own up for some of his terrible takes from last week. 

Then the Beauty Man has a rant with a very passionate but explicit sound bite, ear muffs children. The fellas then add a wife and a side piece to their fictional families, even though we are definitely a pro monogamy podcast.

And of course, the boys finish with some game picks/bets. 

Dec 12, 202001:32:04
Man in the Middle - Episode 8.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 8.5

In probably the best episode yet, the boys talk NFL, a WOJ BOMB, both of the major college sports and they have the ultimate "fictional" family draft. I put fictional in quotations because one of the picks is against the rule, but everyone could probably see it coming. Let us know which family you would want to join!

As always, the boys finish by trying to make you some money, with the Beauty Man taking over the big money parlay and the Beast moving to the medium money parlay. 

Dec 06, 202001:35:24
Man in the Middle - Episode 7.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 7.5

A thanksgiving special where the boys talk turkey, football, NBA free agency and gobbles more... I will see myself out...  The Sleeping Guy also gives a shoutout to a legend of the soccer world, and surprise, surprise, another Patriot centric rant from the Beauty Man. 

Then the boys look to bounce back in the gambling world!

 

Nov 28, 202001:47:50
Man in the Middle - Episode 6.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 6.5

Come listen to the boys talk NFL,  a little Masters reaction, and some NBA draft/free agency. The Sleeping Guy and the Beauty Man then try and separate the pretenders and contenders in the NFL, a Patriots rant ( who is surprised) from the Beauty Man, and the boys talk about which NFL coaches they would want to fight. 

Also hate comments towards the Sleeping Guy for terrible audio/cutting in and out are not necessary, but are encouraged. We will have it fixed for next week. 

Nov 20, 202001:40:54
Man in the Middle - Episode 5.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 5.5

Special Masters November edition with the fellas, including a heated debate about the baddest man in golf right now. The Beast also doubles down on his take that this is the craziest NFL season he can remember, the Sleeping Guy gives a big shoutout to man's best friend, and the Beauty Man has a bone to pick with the Beast, and much much more. 

Then as always, the boys finish with some picks. 

Nov 12, 202001:33:51
Man in the Middle - Episode 4.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 4.5

The fellas are back, and due to a listener's request, start off by giving an explanation on their nicknames. They then dive straight into the NFL week 8 and a little college football. The Sleeping Guy and the Beast then go head-to-head in the Man in the Middle debate of the week, followed by some Jedi and Sith where the US election winner is declared, and Bears fans will not want to listen to the Beauty Man's rant. Finally, stay tuned for the final segment when the boys try and win you some money. 

Nov 05, 202001:39:47
Man in the Middle - Episode 3.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 3.5

More sports talk with your favourite three idiots. More NFL (spoiler alert: Titans are still in Liam's top 5), World Series, as well as a new segment alert! Nik gives a legendary rant, the boys talk favourite superpower, and they finish with some more picks. 

Nov 01, 202001:28:00
Man in the Middle - Episode 2.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 2.5

The boys are back breaking down week 6 in the NFL, including their top 5 power rankings, and it's pretty clear, there is a lot of parody at the top this year. They also talk baseball, a little golf, and the Sleeping Guy gives us an update on the world of soccer. Jimmy Butler is also a Jedi of the week, but it has nothing to do with his performance on the court. Finally, the boys finish up with some picks, GUARANTEED to make you some money

Oct 25, 202001:11:06
Man in the Middle - Episode 1.5

Man in the Middle - Episode 1.5

The boys talk MJ/LeBron, all things NFL,  including the Sleeping Guy being vindicated in his Tenessee Titans take from last week. They also tackle a little MLB, talking tennis, Jedi/Sith's of the week, a legendary Beauty Man's rant, and they have an ever-classic debate about one of the most famous "would you rathers."

Finally, they finish by picking every NFL game and then give you their sure-fire bets of the weekend.

Oct 17, 202001:17:52