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This week, we have two great discussions! Jeff interviewed Destiny Lugardo from PhilliesNation.com about some of the storylines we and Phillies fans have been following as of late. Jeff also sat down with Johnny Ulecka from the All About The Birds podcast about how the NFC looks overall as a conference heading into this coming NFL season. Both were great discussions! Destiny and Jeff dove into the...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , Sara Marshall from MusketFire.com joined us for an in-depth discussion about some ongoing storylines surrounding the New England Patriots offseason, and how the rebuild is going. Do they have the pieces in place to remain consistent on defense and defy exceptions concerning their offense? Sara and Jeff discussed the following: Reflecting on the offseas...

This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with Sean Barnard from the Pick Swap Media podcast and Philly Sports Network to discuss the Philadelphia 76’ers upcoming offseason, and how a new Sixers era will be starting soon. What will the offseason look like in free agency and the Draft? Topics that Sean and Jeff dove into: From a philosophical perspective, what direction should this Sixers team be hea...

This week, we wanted to talk about the Black experience within the world of sports journalism. Yes, we discuss social topics on this podcast platform every now and then. We don’t “just stick to sports.” Our interview this week features friend of the pod O.J. Spivey from the Philadelphia Tribune as he talked about his life experiences, how he got into sports journalism, and what’s it like being a B...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , Matt Holder from SilverAndBlackPride.com joined us for a discussion about the Las Vegas Raiders’ offseason, and how this team may fare in the AFC West. With a solid defensive line coming into the season and weapons on offense, can they get to the next level in the NFL?  Matt and Jeff discussed the following: A look at Aidan O'Connell, his profile and t...

This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with Kelly Hinkle from BroadStreetHockey.com to discuss the Philadelphia Flyers offseason and how we’re feeling genuine optimism about the organization’s execution of their overall goals and plans. The vibes feel good heading into the 2024-2025 season. Topics that Kelly and Jeff dove into: How should we be looking at the culture building that continues to be...

The Philadelphia Eagles’ season is coming fast! There are a bunch of storylines, especially from a defensive perspective, that we’ve been following and dove into on this episode. Lou DiBiase from the Locked On Eagles podcast joined us to talk about the defense and the changes we’ll see this upcoming season. Questions, concerns and high hopes about the defensive backfield, linebacker corps, and def...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , Thomas Christopher from GangGreenNation.com, JetsXFactor.com, the Jets Uncovered podcast, and TheLeagueWinners.com joined us for an in-depth discussion about some ongoing storylines surrounding the New York Jets this offseason, and how the upcoming season may look for a team that needs a bounce back season. Are the pieces in place for this team to beco...

This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with Ben Silver, freelance baseball and Phillies writer, about various challenges the Phillies are starting face heading into June. The injury bug may be upon the team, and there are certainly some questions about the starting rotation as we’re moving forward. Topics that Ben and Jeff dove into: What do the Phillies do with Taijuan Walker and his 5.73 ERA at...

Even though they have the best record in Major League Baseball,  the Philadelphia Phillies season hasn’t been perfect, but they’re so good. From the starting pitching down to bottom of the lineup players, this team has been fun to watch in 2024. They’ve had some hiccups as of late on the road in Colorado and San Francisco, but can they continue to dominate as they head into June? This week, Ellen...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , Jack Simone from CelticsBlog.com joined us for an in-depth discussion about the NBA Eastern Conference Champions, Boston Celtics, as they head to the NBA Finals and what we should expect from this team playing one more series this season. Are the pieces in place for this team to become world champions? Jack and Jeff discussed the following: The theme o...

This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with Matt Rogers from The Honorable Mention podcast about this coming Sixers offseason, specifically regarding free agency. Which players should Daryl Morey target as the window is still open to Sixers success over the next couple of seasons? Topics that Matt and Jeff dove into: How well of a job has Daryl Morey done during this tenure in the Sixers front of...

The Philadelphia Union’s season has been disappointing to say the least here in 2024. They’ve had their first losing streak in six years. The defense is suspect. Plus, we’re seeing tons of missed opportunities. This week, Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com joined us for a discussion about this team, what we’ve been witnessing from the talent, and where they may head here in 2024. But firs...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , Jeff Risdon from The Lions Wire joined us for an in-depth discussion about the upcoming Detroit Lions season, what has been happening in this offseason, and whether this team can be a powerhouse within the NFC ranks. It was a great discussion! Jeff and Jeff discussed the following: What Jared Goff’s contract means for the Lions moving forward. Is the L...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Christopher Maher from Maher Media, who covers the Philadelphia Flyers, for a discussion about this upcoming Flyers offseason and various storylines we're following as we look to free agency, the NHL Draft, and what could happen with the team that'll affect next season. Topics that Christopher and Jeff dove into: Matvei Michkov may be joining the Flyers...

This week, we have an abbreviated podcast coming to your ears. While many have been excited about what the Philadelphia Eagles will do on the field this coming season, some have concerns when diving into specific areas of the team. This week, we dove into those concerns. Chris Deibler from both the Party on Broad and Birds of the Round Table podcasts joined us for a great and in-depth discussion a...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , Dave Schofield, editor and podcaster from The Steel Curtain Network, joined us this week for a discussion about the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason and where this team is heading in 2024. Steelers Nation has seen some change on offense and defense this offseason. Can they get back to the playoffs in a tough division? Dave and Jeff discussed the followin...

This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with Allison McCague from HomeRunApplesauce.com and the A Pod Of Their Own podcast for a discussion about a very surprising NL East division in Major League Baseball so far in 2024. Topics that Allison and Jeff dove into: Could the Mets have done a better job this past offseason to put them in a better position here in mid-May? How the Phillies are shaking u...

The Philadelphia Phillies are an exciting team here in 2024! With the best record in Major League Baseball, they’re showing us how to beat teams they should be beating, and they’ve a competitive ball club. This week, Ethan Witte from TheGoodPhight.com joined us for a discussion on how we’re seeing this success manifest itself over the past month. It was a great discussion! But first, dove into som...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , John Sheeran from A to Z Sports and the Orange & Black Insider podcast joined us for an in-depth discussion about the Cincinnati Bengals’ offseason and what their 2024 season may look like. What has free agency and the draft brought this team, and are we seeing a new era manifest itself in Cincy? John and Jeff discussed the following: Reflections o...

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Troy Van Camp from TheSixerSense.com and the Planet 76 podcast for a discussion about where this Philadelphia 76ers organization and team go from here. What’s the future of the front office staff, and how should this team be constructed for the next season? And the biggest question; what happens with Joel Embiid? Topics that Troy and Jeff dove into: Shou...

The end of the NHL hockey season will be here before we know it. And the Philadelphia Flyers have an important offseason as the rebuild continues. This week, we sat down with Rachel Donner from the Locked on Flyers podcast to discuss how this Flyers offseason may turn out, and what we should keep our eyes on during free agency and the upcoming NHL Draft. But first, we started this week’s show by d...

On this installment of OPPOSITION TERRITORY , RJ Ochoa from SB Nation’s BloggingTheBoys.com joined us for a deep dive into how the NFC East now looks after the 2024 NFL Draft. A new rookie quarterback to keep our eyes on. New secondary pieces. And new players heading to the trenches.  RJ and Jeff discussed the following: Overall thoughts on the sheer number of offensive players were drafted in the...

This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with O.J. Spivey from The Philadelphia Tribune for a discussion about how and why the Philadelphia Eagles drafted the talent they came away with in the 2024 NFL Draft. Heavy on the secondary. Wide receivers with different skill sets were drafted, and much more! Topics that O.J. and Jeff dove into: A shift with drafting CB Quinyon Mitchell and DB Cooper DeJea...

The Philadelphia Phillies starting pitching has been stellar as of late. Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, and Ranger Suarez have shown us some great stuff thus far here in 2024. We’ll dive into what the Phillies starting pitching means to this early part of the season with Liz Roscher from Yahoo Sports and the Hittin’ Season podcast at WHYY/Billy Penn. Can they sustain this success? But first, we started...