Michigan Sports Network
X's and BrO's
Matt Shepard is the host of the X's and Bro's Morning Show heard live across the state of Michigan every weekday morning. An award winning Detroit sports personality, Matt has lived and breathed Detroit and Michigan sports for over three decades. Matt Shepard - the consummate Detroit sports insider, analyst, and interviewer. Text SPORTSRADIO to 21000 | Call (866) 838-4843 | Weekday Mornings 6a-9am on the Michigan Sports Network.
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
X's and BrO's - John Beilein compliments MSU defense 18.03.2025 7:26
John Beilein has some complimentary analysis of Michigan State's defense as the NCAA Tournament approaches. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - "Heroes and Heels" March 17, 2025 17.03.2025 9:31
Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, highlighting who impressed and who did NOT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Bickerstaff sounds off on NBA officials 17.03.2025 7:13
J.B. Bickerstaff had some choice words following the Pistons' loss to the Thunder on Saturday night, going to bat for his team and calling out the officials as disrespectful and "disgusting" in what he views as bias against his team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Is Michigan under-seeded as a 5? 17.03.2025 8:41
Despite winning the Big Ten Tournament Championship on Selection Sunday, the Wolverines were granted just a 5-seed by the selection committee. Based on other Big Ten seedings, is that unfair or justified? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and Bro's - John Maakaron talks Lions and free-agency 14.03.2025 17:36
John Maakaron from Sports Illustrated and the Detroit Sports Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - The pressure of NIL money on student-athletes 13.03.2025 15:34
Shep explains why the added pressure of NIL money can be a LOT for "kids" to handle, most notably Kansas State men's basketball transfer Coleman Hawkins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Reacting to listeners' Pistons takes 12.03.2025 13:12
With the Pistons on a roll towards the playoffs for the first time with Cade Cunningham, Shep and Trent react to your texts and phone calls regarding Jalen Duren's progression, a potential addition of Devin Booker in the offseason, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - The case FOR and AGAINST Michigan and Michigan State in March 07.03.2025 14:20
Dennis and Trent discuss the case FOR the Spartans and Wolverines to make a run in March, and the case AGAINST. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Andrew Kahn talks Michigan men's hoops 06.03.2025 14:36
Andrew Kahn of MLive and the Ann Arbor News joins the show to talk all things Michigan and Big Ten men's basketball. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - PGA Golfer and Grand Rapids native Brett White 05.03.2025 15:31
Brett White joins the show ahead of the Puerto Rico Open to discuss his comeback story, his professional career, and a little bit of his love for the Detroit Red Wings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Winning has shifted Pistons' expectations 05.03.2025 7:05
Shep discusses what qualifies as a successful season/postseason for the Pistons given how good they've been in the regular season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Who are the best QB prospects since 2020? 04.03.2025 10:00
Shep reacts to ESPN's article ranking the recent first-round quarterbacks, including Caleb Williams, Joe Burrow, Jayden Daniels, and others. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Should the Lions bring back Darius Slay? 04.03.2025 15:42
Shep reacts to reports that the Lions could be suitors for soon-to-be free agent cornerback Darius Slay. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Zach Surdenik digs into MSU's surprise season 03.03.2025 16:43
Zach Surdenik of the Spartan Media Network joins the show to react to MSU's ranked win over Wisconsin on Sunday, discuss just how deep this team is and the job Tom Izzo has done to coach it, the emergence of Jase Richardson as a star, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - "Heroes and Heels" March 3, 2025 03.03.2025 8:17
Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, featuring who impressed and who did not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Reminiscing on vintage MLB All-Star games 28.02.2025 7:16
Shep recalls a star-studded 1971 MLB All-Star Game, and also voting for his favorite players to make the game at Tiger Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - What's the national view of the Pistons? 28.02.2025 17:47
With the Pistons on an 8-game heater, how does the national media view the Pistons, and could Jalen Duren take this team to a new level if he adds an offensive game? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Hunter Patterson talks Pistons 8-game win streak 27.02.2025 15:36
Hunter Patterson, who covers the Pistons for The Athletic, joins the show to discuss the hottest team in hoops, and just how far the Pistons can keep it rolling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Did MSU "win ugly" or "find a way to win"? 27.02.2025 9:30
Despite stellar defense and strong rebounding, it took Tre Holloman's half-court buzzer beater for the Spartans to beat Maryland on the road Wednesday night. Shep challenges the idea that it was a lucky/ugly win for Tom Izzo's team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Riley Greene snubbed by national publication 26.02.2025 8:50
The Athletic dropped an article with their All-Under-25 team in baseball, featuring the youngest stars in the sport. Riley Greene was left out, but is it justified? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Outside praise for new Lions coordinators 26.02.2025 13:33
With many football fans skeptical about the Lions' chances to succeed without Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, a couple of prominent voices in the league offered a vote of confidence for new OC John Morton and promoted DC Kelvin Sheppard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Pat Micheletti talks Red Wings and hockey growth 25.02.2025 17:37
Pat Micheletti, radio analyst for the Minnesota Wild and Big Ten Network, joins the show to preview Red Wings @ Wild and also discuss the growth of hockey (or lack thereof) following the success of the 4 Nations Face-Off. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - "Friday Six-Pack" February 21, 2025 21.02.2025 6:35
Shep and Trent present the "Friday Six-Pack," brought to you by Founders Brewing Co., including six non-sports questions to get you ready for the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Saddi Washington Interview 21.02.2025 9:59
Saddi Washington, long-time Michigan men's basketball assistant coach and current Michigan State assistant coach, joins the show to discuss the Spartans' season so far and preview their clash with the Wolverines on Friday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
X's and BrO's - Josh Pastner previews Michigan State @ Michigan 20.02.2025 18:31
Josh Pastner joins the show to give a big-picture view of the Big Ten, and how he sees the ranked clash going between No. 14 Michigan State and No. 12 Michigan on Friday in Ann Arbor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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