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The Hometown Take with Dylan Mathews

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 "The Hometown Take" with Dylan Mathews is an early-morning sports and entertainment program that will air Monday through Friday from 5 to 6 a.m.

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Latest episode

May 27, 2026

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Episodes

The Falcons must break this streak 20.10.2023

Dylan opens up with more preview of the Falcons matchup Sunday with the Buccaneers and stresses the importance of the Atlanta needing to snap their road game losing streak, which they have not won on the road since week three of last season. And in addition to them needing to show that they can win on the road, Dylan believes that the Falcons are better than teams than Tampa Bay has beaten, theref...

Falcons have to prove they can go out and win on the road 19.10.2023

Dylan opens up the show with some thoughts on the Falcons and Buccaneers as he previews Sunday’s matchup and believes that this is a bit of a must win game for Atlanta and most importantly, an opportunity for Desmond Ridder and the birds to bounce back. Dylan adds that Sunday will also be a chance for the Falcons to prove that they can “go out and win on the road”.

Nothing overwhelming about the Buccaneers as Falcons prepare 18.10.2023

 Dylan opens up with some Falcons talk and previews their matchup on Sunday against Tampa Bay and with the division lead on the line, Dylan believes that this is a matchup that the Falcons should be favored to win because there is nothing about them that “scares” him when looking at them and no aspect of the Buccaneers production appears to be “overwhelming”. Dylan does state that he believes the...

Still trying to understand the Falcons going for two decision 17.10.2023

Still wondering why: Dylan opens up the show continuing his conversation on the Falcons loss to the Commanders on Sunday and questions the decision to go for two after scoring late in the game and admits that he does not understand “the benefit” of going for two at the time and does not make a “whole lot of sense”.  Dylan the reacts to comments from coach Arthur Smith from his presser on Monday.  

The Braves offense let us down 13.10.2023

The offense let us down: Dylan opens up the show with his reaction to the Braves loss to the Phillies in Game 4 of the NLDS and being eliminated from postseason play and for Dylan, he believes that the only place to place blame is the lack of offensive production. Dylan adds that he believes the Braves had plenty of chances to win last night’s game, in particular in the top of the sixth inning wit...

Yes it was bad for the Braves, things are looking up for Game 4 12.10.2023

Dylan opens up with his reaction to the Braves getting beat down by the Phillies 10-2 on Wednesday and now finding themselves down 2-1 in the NLDS and while very disappointed by the outcome, Dylan admits that in the back of his mind if he a feeling things would not go the Braves way. Dylan adds that with the fact that Bryce elder had been “shakey” of late is what led to his belief that the Phillie...

Why Bryce Elder is the answer to start Game 3 for Braves 11.10.2023

While Dylan Mathews is confident the Braves can pull off the win, he asks the question about who will be the starting pitcher for Atlanta. While there has been some chatter that the Braves may look to make it a bullpen game, Dylan does not agree with that approach and believes Bryce Elder is “good enough,” when his location is on, to give Atlanta five to six innings.

It's a critical Game 3 for the Braves 11.10.2023

It’s a critical night: Dylan opens up with some Braves talk and shares his thoughts on Game 3 of the NLDS against the Phillies is a must win. And while he his confident that the Braves can pull off the win, Dylan ask the question about who will be the starting pitcher for Atlanta. While there has been some chatter that the Braves may look to make it a bullpen game, Dylan is not in agreeance with t...

Falcons offense looked the way we expected it to look 09.10.2023

Dylan opens up with a recap of the Falcons win over the Texans and states how impressed he was with the defense as they have continued to play well and despite a couple of fumbles, the way their offense gathered themselves to pull away for the victory has him believing the offense ultimately looked the way it is supposed to look on Sunday Dylan returns with some Braves talk as they get ready for g...

The Braves are ready for the Phillies and more! 06.10.2023

Dylan opens up the show with some Falcons talk and states that he believes Sunday’s matchup with the Texans is a game they need to “straight up find a way to get a win”. Dylan adds that defensively, they have to make sure they keep CJ Stroud from throwing down field and keep everything in front of them. And offensively, Dylan believes that the Falcons simply need to be better on first down and tha...

Now we know, so....bring on the Phillies!! 05.10.2023

Dylan opens up with a brief recap of the MLB Wild Card results and with the Phillies defeating the Marlins and setting them up to face the Braves in the NLDS, beginning on Saturday, Dylan expresses his pleasure in seeing the Braves having a chance to get redemption against the Phillies, after being eliminated from the postseason last year by their NL East foes. Dylan Reacts to various audio clips...

The Falcons need to get to CJ Stroud right away 04.10.2023

Dylan opens up the show with a preview of the Falcons and Texans matchup for Sunday and give Texans QB CJ Stroud some props as he is currently fourth in the NFL in passing yards and been efficient on third and fourth down conversions, something Dylan believes that the Falcons will need to work early to keeping Stroud contained. Dylan briefly recaps some of the results of the MLB Wild Card matchups...

Still feeling it after Falcons loss on Sunday 03.10.2023

Dylan opens up with his continuing his conversation on the Falcons loss to the Jaguars o Sunday and points to the fact Arthur Smith has made it clear that they will be sticking with Desmond Ridder at quarterback. Dylan believes that fans have to understand that Ridder has to be given more time to prove whether he is or is not the franchise quarterback Dylan goes into why Falcons’ fans should feel...

Desmond Ridder played well all things considered 12.09.2023

Dylan brings to you fantasy football, Braves split the double header it's the Phillies, Olson hits #50 Plus, Dylan talks about the Dream's playoff run and a Disney, cartoon broadcast of MNF?

Dylan discusses Michael Soroka's early exit due to numbness in his hand 06.09.2023

Dylan plays post game sound from Braves manager Brian Snitker  and discusses Michael Soroka's early exit due to numbness in his hand.  

Dylan discusses Ronald Acuña Jr.'s eventful night vs. Rockies 29.08.2023

Ronald Acuña Jr has an eventful night as he and the Atlanta Braves fly past the Colorado Rockies 14-4

Jeff Okudah to rerturn early, Falcons deep secondary will step up in meantime 07.08.2023

Dylan starts the show by reacting to the Jeff Okudah injury, and explaining that the Falcons dodged a bullet since the injury wasn't season ending, and now the Falcons deep secondary can step up the first few weeks of the season if necessary. Next, it's Around the A, where Dylan reacts to the Braves losing their weekend series against the Chicago Cubs, and the U.S. Women's National Team being emba...

Money Mike and Spencer Strider have huge nights as Braves win 5-1 02.08.2023

Dylan recaps last nights Braves win

Over/Under on the Falcons 29.07.2023

Dylan starts the final hour with Around the A, where he breaks down all sports news in the city of Atlanta. Next, he goes over the Over/Under on Falcon lines. To finish the show, it's Grillin Dylan where he answers any and all questions!

Can the Falcons defense become elite? 29.07.2023

Dylan Mathews starts the show live from Falcons Training Camp discussing the improvements the team has made on both sides of the ball. Next, Dylan reflects on Falcons sound and if this defense is elite. To finish the hour, Dylan discusses if this is the best secondary the Falcons have ever had! 

Expectations for the Falcons 27.07.2023

Dylan starts the show breaking down the Braves and Spencer Strider. Next, it's Around the A, where Dylan breaks down the Braves, Falcons training camp, the Hawks going international, and all things Atlanta Sports. To finish the show, Dylan breaks down some sound from Falcons training camp!  

Did the Braves get even better? 25.07.2023

Dylan starts off the show breaking down the recent acquisitions for the Braves and what moves they can still make. Next it's Around the A, where Dylan breaks down the Braves, Atlanta United vs. Miami and Messi, and all sports news around Atlanta. To finish the show, Dylan answers Max's question of Trae Young and if he should be in the MVP conversation! 

Why the Braves loss may actually help 20.07.2023

Dylan starts the show breaking down day 3 of SEC Media Day and Alabama's JC Latham sound on UGA and expectations for the season. Next it's Around the A where Dylan explains why the Braves losing may actually help them and all sports news in Atlanta. To finish the show, Dylan explains why he believes the Falcons will win the NFC South!

Braves lose third straight game in 16-13 barn burner against Diamondbacks 19.07.2023

Dylan Mathews starts the show by reacting to the Braves losing a barn burner of game at Truist Park last night as they lost 13-16 to the Arizona Diamondbacks in game one of their three game set. Dylan also lets you hear from Brian Snitker, Austin Riley, Travis d'Arnaud, and Bryce Elder. Next, it's around the A where Dylan reacts to Georgia headlining day two of SEC Media Days, and lets you hear fr...

UGA at SEC Media Day 19.07.2023

Dylan plays and discusses sound by Kirby Smart, Sedrick Van Pran and Brock Bowers at SEC media day

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