Matt Castello

Matt on the Mic

Sports EN ↓ 112 episodes

Teacher by day and sports person by night, Matt shares his thoughts on football (the tight end is always open!!), basketball (timeouts: overrated), baseball (the shift was dumb), film (90 minute movies are best), TV (no zombies, vampires, or werewolves please), and hosts friendly conversations as he goes. Because rambling is a hobby.

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Matt Castello

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Sports

Latest episode

May 6, 2024

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Episodes

Clemson Malaise, Dolphins Report, and Broncos v. Bears for Worst Situation with The Tomlinites 27.09.2023

Matt is joined by Chris, Nick, and Juan to initially have a post-wrap on Clemson's frustrating defeat to Florida State on Saturday, with Juan having been in Death Valley for the crushing loss. Then, they discuss Sunday's Week 3 results, with Chris having attended the Dolphins' score-fest live. They wrap guessing Week 4 lines.

More Jags Love, Betting Rookie QBs, and What are the Pittsburgh Steelers Doing 12.09.2023

Matt hangs around guessing Week 2 Lines with Juan long enough to then exhibit authentic disgust with the Steelers (46:45). They also chat Vegas accounting for Week 1 in setting this week's lines, ponder the Chiefs and the weird Falcons, and Juan chokes on his whiskey.

The Return of Guess the Lines with Juan 06.09.2023

For the third straight year, Matt calls up his trusty pal Juan to chat the NFL's opening slate of games, guessing the Vegas lines for each game. The two friends discuss the Steelers hosting the 49ers, the potential-laden Jaguars, the sure-to-be terrible Cardinals and Texans, and two confusing night games this opening weekend.

Week 1 CFB Primer 01.09.2023

Less than 48 hours ahead of the first true Saturday of the college football season, Matt gives a brief rundown of the games to come over Labor Day Weekend. He starts with a lackluster Thursday night before hitting on Deion Sanders's debut as Colorado head coach (2:50), the dying Pac-12's marquee games featuring highly ranked Oregon and Washington (5:42), Alabama and its flaws (10:07), and...

College Football: Favorite Things Draft with Buddy Brian 29.08.2023

Every college football fan has his or her favorite superstitions, memories, and traditions. Brian Mekler joins Matt to draft their top 12.

College Football Final Four & 'Ahsoka' Initial Reaction 25.08.2023

Don't let anyone tell you different: this weekend, college football is BACK! Matt gives his take on all the conference realignment this summer, before dishing out his Playoff teams for the upcoming season (0:54). Then, he shares a wide-view reaction to the first two episodes of the newest Star Wars television show, 'Ahsoka' (15:20).

Team-by-Team NFL Predictions with Buddy Brian 22.08.2023

Brian Mekler hops back on with Matt to go division by division, predicting records, division standings, and playoff outcomes for the upcoming NFL season. They ponder the ceiling for the Bills (9:10), and the most intriguing team from the NFC North (29:24), predict the AFC South (38:18), and Matt throws out a weird trade for San Francisco (45:11), before Matt gives this year's "So Crazy It Could Ha...

NFL Futures & Mild, Bold, and Brash Predictions with The Tomlinites 17.08.2023

Nick, Juan and Chris join the chat to discuss futures for the upcoming NFL season, including Coach of the Year, Rookies of the Year, Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, and MVP. Then, the fellas take turns sharing bold predictions.

Big Brother Season 25 with Juan 15.08.2023

One eviction into the 25th season of CBS's 'Big Brother,' Matt gets his former housemate Juan on the call to discuss memories from rooming together in college, BB game strategy, and Matt shares this year's much-anticipated list of his Big Brother Nicknames.

"Oppenheimer," Nolan's Best, and Other Book-to-Screenplay Candidates 25.07.2023

Matt puts on his best porkpie hat to share spoiler-free thoughts from Universal's new film, Oppenheimer. Then, he breaks down his favorite Christopher Nolan films (4:36) before finishing with a few books he believes would make for great adapted screenplays (11:37).

MLB Check-In, Real Guy or Not, and Crazy or Kyrie? with Juan 18.07.2023

A week out from MLB All-Star festivities, Matt brings on Juan to discuss baseball's first half and Shohei Ohtani, among other items. The two then play a game of "is that a real player or not?" (18:36) before ending with a second game of "Crazy? or Kyrie?" in honor of Juan's guy, Kyrie Irving (37:08).

"The Flash" with Cousin Drew 06.07.2023

Matt grabs a plate of spaghetti and calls up his cousin Drew to discuss the revelatory enigma that is "The Flash." The two slap their heels together to discuss the magnificence of Ben Affleck's Batman, the return of Michael Keaton's Batman, Barry Allen's emotional journey, and the film's place in the DC Universe. They wrap with some other DC news, including Drew's thoughts on the recently announce...

The Coronation of Nikola Jokic with Ian Goldsmith 15.06.2023

The Denver Nuggets are 2023 NBA Champions, and Matt brings on the one and only IaNBA to talk it out. The two discuss Nikola Jokic's Finals and his place among the game's all-time greats, early Finals favorites for next season, and they give a quick primer for NBA offseason movement.

"Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" 07.06.2023

Matt rocks with a one-man band, hoping not to disrupt a canon event, for this episode. He dives into the sequel to 2018's "Into the Spider-Verse," going spoiler-free before slinging spoiler-loaded reaction to this cinematic masterpiece.

"Fast X" with Cousin Drew 29.05.2023

Noting the importance of family, Matt calls up a member of his own family, Cousin Drew, to offer praise and criticism for what was assumed to be the last Fast & Furious installment. They breakdown the Fast Five callback, Dante Reyes as a villain, the death sacrifice of (redacted!), the last scene, and that post-credits scene. Let's race!

"Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3" - Press Play 18.05.2023

Matt teams up with his Buddy Brian, Old Pal Wilson Beaver, and newcomer Manny Mustaro as they fly away together into the forever and beautiful sky to recap the most recent, most poignant, most captivating entry to the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. The discuss the intensity of the film, the MVP of the movie, and the High Evolutionary as a villain. They ponder the mid- and post-credits scenes, an...

Pirates Euphoria & Baseball Where Are They Now with Juan 02.05.2023

First, Matt has a moment with this magical start for the Pittsburgh baseball club. Then, Matt and Juan test each other on the current whereabouts of non-star big leaguers.

The Mandalorian SEASON FINALE! S3 E8 - "The Return" 21.04.2023

Matt realizes that Mandalorian fans are stronger together and teams up with his old pal Wilson to chat out the season finale of The Mandalorian. They discuss their instant reactions and fond appreciations for this episode and this season, tie in larger Star Wars universe implications, and offer thoughts towards an inevitable Season 4.

The Mandalorian - S3 E7 "The Spies" 15.04.2023

Matt and his old pal Wilson pour one out for Paz Vizla as they break down the most recent episode of The Mandalorian. They once again discuss the notion of the Armorer as this season's true big baddie, the continuing ambiguity of episode titles, and recent Star Wars Celebration. Plus, Wilson drops a bombshell thought for what could happen in next week's season finale.

The Mandalorian S3 E6 - "Guns for Hire" 07.04.2023

Like two factions united by a cause, Matt and Wilson come together to share their thoughts on the star-studded 6th entry in season 3 of The Mandalorian. They discuss the big time celeb cameos, the hokier side of the Filoni/Favreau-Verse, the big-time final scene, and they also dive deep into further Star Wars lore.

The Mandalorian - S3, E4 "The Foundling" & E5 "The Pirate" 31.03.2023

Matt is back at it with his old pal Wilson after a one week break, looking at the last two episodes of The Mandalorian. The two discuss the emerging role of Bo Katan, Easter Eggs galore, and explore a whole galaxy of potential paths for the show to take.

The Mandalorian - S3, E3 "The Convert" 17.03.2023

Matt and Wilson board a train of thought together, as they hash out the most recent addition to Star Wars canon--welcoming back one Dr. Pershing and saying hello to the new Elia Kane and the reborn Bo Katan Kryze.

Breaking Down the NCAA Tournament and Cross-Sport Comparisons with Juan 15.03.2023

First, Matt shares his thinking on March Madness, including his criteria for picking games, best matchups and lurkers, and his Final Four picks. Then, Juan pops on for some NFL chatter and QB comparisons with baseball players from years past.

The Mandalorian - S3, E2 - "The Mines of Mandalore" 10.03.2023

Like Din and Grogu, Matt and Wilson are in for another adventure tackling this week's episode of "The Mandalorian." They sift out their feelings regarding the epic return to Mandalore, Bo Katan coming to Mando's aid, and that incredible final scene.

Return of The Mandalorian! Season 3, Ep. 1 - "The Apostate" 03.03.2023

Starting with this episode, Matt teams up with his old pal Wilson Beaver to give a breakdown of each week's newly released episode of Disney's hit sensation, "The Mandalorian." Today, Matt and Wilson run through the beauty of the show back on our screens, Mando's exile, the return to Nevarro, and that Bo Katan scene.

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