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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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X's and BrO's - "Mondays with Mitch" - March 9, 2026 09.03.2026 9:18

Mitch Lyons joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat, addressing the Spartans' loss to the Wolverines, the Ravens' trade for Maxx Crosby, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Tim Hardaway Sr. on irritable Lakers, Cade's MVP case & more 04.03.2026 9:36

Tim Hardaway Sr. from THE CROSSOVER PODCAST makes his weekly appearance on the show to discuss why the Lakers (specifically LeBron James) have become so irritable to watch play, the importance of the college experience to professional athletes, why Cade Cunningham is still the MVP after a rough shooting night in Cleveland, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz...

X's and BrO's - John Maakaron on Lions' offseason plans 04.03.2026 17:22

John Maakaron of SI.com joins the show to give his biggest takeaways from the NFL Combine last week, and how Brad Holmes and the Lions should attack the draft/offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - LAY OFF the premature Max Clark criticism 04.03.2026 9:12

With young Tigers outfielder Max Clark receiving backlash for some fielding errors and wardrobe choices, Shep tells everyone to pump the breaks on the 21-year-old. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - "Mondays with Mitch" - March 2, 2026 02.03.2026 9:32

Mitch Lyons joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Should Arizona move on from Kyler Murray? 26.02.2026 9:26

Shep and Trent debate the quarterback "dilemma" with the Arizona Cardinals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Pistons lose ugly to Spurs 24.02.2026 17:29

Shep reacts to the Pistons' loss to the Spurs in what COULD BE a Finals preview, featuring a poor shooting night from the Pistons, to put it lightly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - "Mondays with Mitch" - February 23, 2026 23.02.2026 9:13

Mitch Lyons joins for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - USA defeats Canada in Gold Medal Game 23.02.2026 34:36

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X's and BrO's - Lindsey Hunter talks all things DETROIT BASKETBALL 20.02.2026 13:54

2x NBA Champion Lindsey Hunter joins the show to break down a dominant Pistons win over the Knicks for the season sweep, makes the case for Cade Cunningham to win MVP, discusses the importance of veteran leadership in the NBA, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Bobby Reagan previews (1) Michigan vs. (3) Duke 20.02.2026 9:56

Bobby Reagan from Barstool Sports joins Shep to look ahead to a wildly exciting weekend of college basketball, headlined by a neutral-site clash between (1) Michigan and (3) Duke. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Pistons sweep season series with Knicks 20.02.2026 34:47

Shep opens a Friday show with three segments of Pistons talk following their third-straight win over the Knicks for a season sweep. Can Cade Cunningham legitimately win the MVP, and how many top 100 players do the Pistons have on their roster? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Greg Wyshynski talks Team USA Hockey 19.02.2026 8:39

ESPN senior NHL writer Greg Wyshynski joins the program to react to Team USA's run in the Winter Olympics, how they stack up against Team Canada, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Why do Lions need a star DE opposite Hutchinson? 19.02.2026 3:45

Shep questions whether or not other fanbases/markets with star pass-rushers (Browns with Garrett and the Bengals with Hendrickson) are begging for another opposite star the way Lions fans do with Aidan Hutchinson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - USA vs. World is compelling across all sports 19.02.2026 13:21

Shep explains how the sport of hockey kickstarted a USA vs. World type of movement last year when they held the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Tim Hardaway grades NBA All-Star Weekend 18.02.2026 10:06

NBA Hall-of-Famer Tim Hardaway joins Shep for his weekly appearance, checking in on the NBA as they ramp up for the home stretch of the season, and discussing whether or not NBA All-Star Weekend was a success. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Chris Solari checks in on MSU Hoops' winter blues 17.02.2026 16:41

Chris Solari joins the show to diagnose the Spartans' rough month of February so far, and what they need to do to steer the ship back on track before March Madness hits. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Anthony Broome previews Michigan @ Purdue 17.02.2026 9:01

Anthony Broome of The Wolverine joins Shep to look ahead to No. 1 Michigan men's basketball hitting the road to play No. 7 Purdue on Tuesday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - "Mondays with Mitch" - February 16, 2026 16.02.2026 8:06

Mitch Lyons joins for his weekly chat with Matt Shepard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Lindsey Hunter checks in on Pistons at All-Star Break 13.02.2026 12:02

Lindsey Hunter makes his weekly appearance to discuss the All-Star Weekend, how it can be fixed, and the Pistons' chances to win the East as the second chunk of the season ramps up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Jeremy Reisman's takeaways from Petzing interview 13.02.2026 10:06

Jeremy Reisman of "Pride of Detroit" joins the show to break down his exclusive interview with Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Keith Smith talks NBA storylines 12.02.2026 18:00

With the All-Star break here, Keith Smith joins the show to give a retrospective on the first big chunk of the season, including a stellar run so far for the Pistons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Underwhelming first impression of Drew Petzing 12.02.2026 24:27

Shep and Trent react from the Lions' recent social media post focused on "getting to know" Drew Petzing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Craig Monroe on Tigers' chances to win it all 11.02.2026 16:03

Craig Monroe, who played with a young Justin Verlander on the 2006 American League champion Tigers, joins the show to tell you why the Tigers bringing Justin Verlander "home" could put them over the top. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

X's and BrO's - Tim Hardaway on Pistons/Hornets scuffle 11.02.2026 10:05

NBA Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway joins the show to give his perspective on how foolish and damaging the melee between the Pistons and Hornets (specifically Isaiah Stewart and Miles Bridges) was on Monday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.