Audacy

MP on the Mic

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Award-winning journalist Michael Phillips interviews his friends from all over the sports world. With expert analysis of the Washington Commanders and Virginia College Sports.

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Audacy

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Sports

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www.audacy.com

Latest episode

Jun 27, 2026

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Episodes

Tuesday, June 25 (The Richmonder) 25.06.2024

MP kicks the show off with a big announcement introducing his new writing project, then dives into the Stanley Cup Final and everything else going on in the world of sports.

Monday, June 24 (Hockey night!) 24.06.2024

MP is fired up for some puck, and brings in his friend (and boss) Zach McHugh to break down tonight's game. Plus, which college has the cheapest beer at football games, and the weekend in sports.

Friday, June 21 (Live from Charlotte) 21.06.2024

MP is at the sports editors convention. He shares some stories, welcomes in Gary Hess, Parney and an NHRA driver, and gets you ready for the weekend in sports.

Thursday, June 20 (Chesterfield Sports HOF) 20.06.2024

MP introduces the Chesterfield Sports Hall of Fame, which is accepting nominations for the inaugural class right now. He then chats with Lane Casadonte about who might be included, and provides the Spanish soccer highlights you didn't know you needed.

Monday, June 17 (Poor Rory) 17.06.2024

The U.S. Open had a dramatic finish, and we play some notable clips from VCU hoops coach Ryan Odom's show.

Friday, June 14 (Friday Fun) 14.06.2024

Gary Hess and Parney join along with the Friday Fun crew as we get you ready for the weekend and take on the big issues in the world of sports.

Thursday, June 13 (Commanders wrap-up, power's out) 13.06.2024

Segment 1 is lost to history because the power went out mid-segment. So you get the rest of a jam-packed MP on the Mic, including plenty of thoughts from Commanders minicamp, which wraps up on Thursday afternoon.

Wednesday, June 12 (Live from Ashburn) 12.06.2024

MP gives his observations from Day 1 of Commanders minicamp, plus an interview with Olamide Zaccheaus, a wide receiver who played college ball at UVA. We've also got Mike Szvetitz of FrontPageBets, a baseball update, and crosstalk with AWadd.

Tuesday, June 11 (Parking lot show) 11.06.2024

Construction forces the show to the parking lot in Ashburn ahead of Commanders minicamp. Lane Casadonte and Trey Wilson join as special guests.

Monday, June 10 (Tons of baseball) 10.06.2024

UVA rolls into the College World Series, a VCU alum joins the big leagues, and we wrap up an eventful weekend in the MLB. Plus, Utah needs a hockey team name, the Washington Mystics chase infamy, and more.

Friday, June 7 (Pat Sajak, Yankees Radio, Caitlin Clark) 07.06.2024

We'll start with Spirit Airlines and UVA sports talk, then move on to Pat Sajak's quiet retirement (21:30). We welcome our guy Parney into the show (28:36), examine what's going on in the New York Yankees radio booth (43:50). Then we take a moment to laugh at the Washington Mystics (50:23) before delivering our Mandatory Caitlin Clark Take. Then it's fun with TopGolf and NFL players to send us off...

Thursday, June 6 (UVA coaches Mt. Rushmore) 06.06.2024

We attempt to discern the best UVA coaches of all-time and name the four who will go on the Wahoos' Mount Rushmore. Plus the latest from the NFL, NBA and more!

Wednesday, June 5 (Commanders OTA) 05.06.2024

We tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in Ashburn, including a chat with Mitch Tischler of the Beltway Football podcast. Then we go around the world of sports on another jam-packed edition of MP on the Mic.

Monday, June 3 (Caitlin Clark, Ben Johnson) 03.06.2024

It's a Monday and MP takes on the big issues of our day, starting with how often to shower. Then there's the mandatory talk about the Caitlin Clark situation, and recent comments by Ben Johnson about not taking any NFL head coaching jobs this offseason. Plus, we go around the world of college baseball with a shout-out to Richmond's own Jay Woolfolk.

Friday, May 31 (Furniture and food) 31.05.2024

It's a Friday Fun show with special guests Gary Hess and Parney, and we start with a rundown of college baseball and football news before MP's story about a new furniture store/restaurant in Manchester. Plus, the Flying Squirrels update and some developments on the new NFL kickoffs.

Thursday, May 30 (Cosmic baseball) 30.05.2024

We chat with Chris Martin of the Tri-Cities Chili Peppers ahead of this weekend's Cosmic Baseball games under a black light, plus Lane Casadonte of CBS 6 swings by, and everything else in the world of sports.

Wednesday, May 29 (Garfield) 29.05.2024

MP goes around the NFL, including some respect for Houston's skill players and a gentle mocking of Denver's quarterback situation. Then he learns how many adult Garfield fans there are (a lot). Plus, a new Washington Post poll shows that people don't like the "Commanders" name - hopefully they didn't spend too much money learning that. Finally, Mike Szvetitz of FrontPageBets joins the program.

Tuesday, May 28 (College baseball) 28.05.2024

We've got four local teams still playing in the NCAA baseball tournaments, and MP breaks down the early NFL quarterback rankings. Plus, a flop at the Sphere and Trey Wilson joins ahead of a big week for the Squirrels.

Friday, May 24 (Sheena Jeffers) 24.05.2024

Richmond author Sheena Jeffers joins us and shares some wild stories from her time living at sea, which she reflects on in her new book, "Living Tidal." Plus, Gary Hess joins us for some Friday Fun ahead of a busy weekend in sports.

Thursday, May 23 (Practice observations, Clelin Ferrell and Max Shulga) 23.05.2024

MP starts the show with his thoughts from Washington Commanders OTA practice, then a chat with Clelin Ferrell. Also, processing yesterday's mega-news about Max Shulga, Megan weighs in on the Apple list of the best music albums, and Lane Casadonte and AWadd join the program.

Tuesday, May 21 (Matt Hagan interview) 21.05.2024

MP welcomes 51-time NHRA champion Matt Hagan into the studio ahead of next month's races at Virginia Motorsports Park. They talk racing, cattle ranching and more.

Tuesday, May 21 (Red Lobster and Caitlin Clark) 21.05.2024

MP takes on the important issues of our time, like hedge fund ownership of beloved chain restaurants. Then we discuss the WNBA's brewing Caitlin Clark problem, and hear from Trey Wilson of the Richmond Flying Squirrels.

Monday, May 20 (UVa lacrosse and baseball wins) 20.05.2024

It's free ice cream day at Audacy so the Monday Funday crew is extra fired up. Plus, at 24:40, we welcome in Mike Barber to discuss all things UVa after a big weekend for the Wahoos. Then Hazel gives us a Broadway update, an NBA/NHL update, and Harrison Butker's commencement address - but not the clip you think we'll play.

Friday, May 17 (Rosederade) 20.05.2024

A Richmond restaurant has the newest drink sensation, Scottie Scheffler's arrest throws the show into chaos, and we welcome in Kelsey Nicole Nelson (15:30), Gary Hess (24:53) and Trey Wilson (37:51) for some Friday Fun on The Fan.

Thursday, May 16 (Putt-putt and a Commanders schedule) 16.05.2024

MP says he wouldn't start Jayden Daniels until Week 7 after looking at the schedule. Plus, a Preakness preview with Mike Joyce of FanDuel TV and Lane Casadonte talks about the Spiders' move to the Patriot League in football.

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