Play Tessie - A Red Sox Podcast

It's time to reflect. Summer is now in the rearview mirror and so is Michael Silverman's 30-year run at the Boston Herald. Rob Bradford takes stock of what we witnessed when it came to the Red Sox during these bizarre summer months while also welcoming in Silverman to the show to discuss his move to the Boston Globe. NBC Sports Boston's John Tomase also joins to weigh in on both. And it all starts...

Bobby Dalbec is perhaps the most intriguing prospect in the Red Sox farm system. He hits home runs. He plays first base. And he is just one step away from the big leagues. Dalbec joined Rob Bradford to discuss his existence, which has included his occasional hitting lessons from J.D. Martinez, remembering a memorable conversation he had with former Red Sox slugger David Ortiz and how delicious it...

Rob Bradford is joined by one of the Red Sox most successful and unique recent draft picks, fourth-round pick Noah Song. The former Naval Academy star talks about his path and plans while trying to figure out if his future will be as a Naval aviator or professional baseball player. Also joining Bradford is Red Sox amateur scouting director Mike Rikard along with Lowell Spinners pitching coach Nick...

After a five-plus-month hiatus from the Bradfo Sho Red Sox reliever Matt Barnes makes his return. The pitcher talks podcasting, his season, the awkward evolution of baseball, exactly how he runs in from the bullpen and, of course, career advice for podcast intern Donuts. It's worth a listen. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

Red Sox pitcher Rick Porcello swings by the Bradfo Sho studios to offer an honest assessment of his current lot in life, his view of where baseball is going and whether or not he will is optimistic about returning for a fourth annual Twin Peaks podcast appearance next spring training. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

In the latest installment of Reporters in Rickshaws, Rob Bradford is joined by Alex Speier to discuss his new book, "Homegrown," the expertly told tale of how the Red Sox built their current stable of young superstars. While riding through the streets of Boston courtesy Boston Bike Taxi and Lord Hobo Brewing, Bradford and Speier soak in another historic podcasting moment while discussing key scene...

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts, who conducts at least part of the interview in Papiamento. Bogaerts goes into detail about the ups and downs of what has been the 2019 season, how his new contract changed his life, what might have happened if he didn't agree to the deal and, of course, a blow-by-blow breakdown of the ritual he performs before every at-bat. It's worth a...

Rob Bradford and Kerosene Ken Laird take part in a historic podcast adventure, executing Episode 113 of the Bradfo Sho while circling Fenway Park in a Boom Sauce pedicab/rickshaw/bike taxi. Along with taking the time to get out and about to clear their minds and fill the podcast full of hot takes heading into Major League Baseball's crunch-time, the duo executes a new form of podcasting while bein...

Rob Bradford and the Boston Herald's Jason Mastrodonato meticulously break down one of the more bizarre Dave Dombrowski press conferences in recent memory, trying to make sense of what exactly happened with the Red Sox at the trade deadline. The duo also rehash a misfortunate Arby's experience. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. to dive into all the important topics: His new swing, battle with inconsistency, trade rumors, contract talks and, of course, hair restoration. There is also an introduction to Bradfo Sho intern/Twitter guru Donuts Carreiro. Listen! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Hour 2: Edelman reportedly broke his thumb and is expected to miss three weeks. And Wiggy brings us another edition of Headlines.   See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choi...

Rob Bradford is joined by his former teammate at WEEI.com John Tomase, who now calls NBC Sports Boston his home, to dissect everything that unfolded Wednesday when it came to the drama between David Price and Dennis Eckersley. Tweets. Radio interviews. Press conferences. It had it all. After more than two years, it's a controversy that just won't die. Bradford and Tomase explore the why, what and...

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox first baseman Mitch Moreland and Chad Jennings of The Athletic to reflect on Eduardo Nunez, whose time in Boston has come to an end. The trio remember the highlights, the struggles and the nickname he asked to always put on his cup of coffee. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright sits down for an exclusive interview with Rob Bradford to discuss his life since being suspended 80 games for Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide 2 in early March. Wright, who is eligible to rejoin the Red Sox June 25, offers insight into how he dealt with the suspension when it came to his teammates and the entire organization, how it has changed him and the uneasiness...

A member of the Bradfo Sho Ring of Honor, former Red Sox first baseman Mike Napoli makes his triumphant return to the podcast. Napoli came back to Boston in order to jump back on with Rob Bradford to talk life after baseball, the true reality of leadership in the Red Sox' clubhouse, and why he bought 20 horses. Oh yeah, he's also trying out some TV stuff on NESN while finally selling his condo in...

Everyone is so focused on the record number of home runs being hit in baseball. Well, the Bradfo Sho is giving you a new perspective: from the pitchers. Red Sox assistant pitching coach Brian Bannister takes a deep dive into how pitchers are adjusting to this new launch angle world, explaining the innovative approaches taken by big league hurlers these days, many of which you probably had no idea...

After a two-month hiatus, the Bradfo Sho returns in a big way ... with its annual Mookie Betts interview. For a third straight year Rob Bradford and Betts get together for a lengthy talk, discussing leadership, personalities, contracts, the City of Boston and a spirited Kevin Durant debate. Subscribe. Download. Enjoy. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about y...

After four years at WEEI.com John Tomase is moving on. Tomase joins Rob Bradford to reflect on his time at the center for Dotcomination while explaining what the future holds for him. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...

Rob Bradford is joined by former NBC Sports Boston Red Sox beat writer Evan Drellich to discuss a variety of issues that have been weighing on Drellich's mind, most involving the state of today's sports media. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...

Red Sox reliever Ryan Brasier takes to the mic at Twin Peaks where he grilled by a cast of thousands. Along with joining host Rob Bradford, Brasier is peppered with questions from baseball media, former players and famous comedians. Nothing is off limits. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To learn more...

Rob Bradford is joined by Red Sox reliever Matt Barnes, who is asked to present his case for being the next Red Sox closer. Barnes puts his best foot forward, explaining what he's learned from Craig Kimbrel, how he views the role and behind-the-scenes discussions regarding the job. Barnes also turns the tables on Bradford, grilling the host on how he is going to attack the 2019 season. See omnystu...

Rob Bradford is joined by Sean McAdam of the Boston Sports Journal, Ian Browne of MLB.com and Jimmy Golen of the Associated Press -- three reporters who knew Nick Cafardo best -- to remember the late, great Boston Globe baseball columnist. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To learn more about listener...

For a third straight spring training, the Bradfo Sho kicked off the new baseball season with a remote podcast at Twin Peaks in Fort Myers. Once again joining Rob Bradford was Rick Porcello, who hand-picked Red Sox teammates Brian Johnson and Bobby Poyner to replace Joe Kelly for what is always one of the more insightful and entertaining podcasts of the year. The foursome touched on a variety of to...

In the first episode of the new season, Rob Bradford is joined by Evan Drellich to discuss Drellich's new status as a free agent. Evan offers his perspective of what happened when it came the Red Sox' writer's parting of the ways with NBC Sports Boston. The duo also go into great detail regarding where the industry is going, while also diving into Drellich's future, which may include a regular spo...

In his first interview since agreeing to his three-year, $25 million contract with the Dodgers Joe Kelly joins Rob Bradford for another Bradfo Sho appearance. Kelly goes into detail regarding his free agency, the Red Sox' interest, and how the Dodgers locked him up. The pair also reflect on Kelly's time in Boston, how the pitcher changed during his four-plus years with the Sox and the true story o...