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Sheil Kapadia has got you covered with all things Eagles with weekly previews and instant reactions to every Eagles game. Also tune in for the Sixers, Phillies and all of your other favorite teams in town, with unique conversations from Chris Ryan, Raheem Palmer, Anthony Dabbundo, Ace Producer Cliff and other local personalities.
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May 8, 2023 • 35min
James Harden Drops 42 in Sixers Game 4 OT Victory
James Harden had been struggling immensely after his 45-point Game 1 Eastern Conference Semis outburst and scored a combined 30 points in Game 2 and 3. Harden dropped 42 in the nail-biter 116-115 Game 4 OT victory with Lil Baby in the crowd. Chris and Raheem react to what worked for Harden in Game 4 compared to the previous two, and how that helped Joel Embiid a lot down the stretch.Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem PalmerProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic By: Jackson Greenberg and Teddy Grossman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 4, 2023 • 1h 31min
Eagles Draft Grades and Rookie Expectations With ‘Birds With Friends’
Bo and Zach are back! They join Sheil to discuss the Eagles draft and what impact players from this year's and last year’s draft could have on the Eagles’ quest to return to the Super Bowl. How is Howie Roseman viewed amongst his peers across the league? Plus, Cliff’s Group Chat! What is Jonathan Gannon thinking?! And are the Phillies in trouble?Hosts: Sheil KapadiaGuests: Bo Wulf and Zach BermanProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed by: Jackson Greenberg and Teddy Grossman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 4, 2023 • 39min
Joel Embiid Finally Gets His MVP and Sixers Lose Game 2 of Eastern Conference Semis
Joel Embiid finally gets his highly sought-after NBA MVP award after being the runner-up to Nikola Jokic the past two seasons. However, the Sixers were crushed by the Celtics in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, and head back to Philly with the series tied 1-1. Chris and Raheem discuss the issues that went into the big loss, and whether Embiid should’ve waited to make his return in Philly.Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem PalmerProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic By: Jackson Greenberg and Teddy Grossman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 2, 2023 • 42min
James Harden Drops 45 in the Sixers' Game 1 Victory Over the Celtics
James Harden stole the show in Boston tonight and scored 45 points in the Sixers' Game 1 victory over the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference semis. Tyrese Maxey, De’Anthony Melton, and Tobias Harris all contributed to the win as well. Chris and Raheem discuss how Glenn "Doc" Rivers stole Game 1 in Boston and what needs to happen for the Sixers to possibly steal Game 2.Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem PalmerProducer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 30, 2023 • 56min
Eagles Final Draft Grade and Trade For D’Andre Swift
On Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft, the Eagles selected another Georgia Bulldog CB Kelee Ringo in the fourth-round, and traded with the Detroit Lions for former Bulldog and Philly native D’Andre Swift. Sheil and Ben discuss the Swift trade and give their final grade for the 2023 draft.Hosts: Sheil Kapadia & Ben SolakProducer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2023 • 34min
Eagles Select OL Tyler Steen and S Sydney Brown In the Third-Round
After trading back with the Texans, the Eagles acquired the 65th pick and took Alabama OL Tyler Steen. The Eagles held the following 66th pick as well and selected S Sydney Brown from Illinois in the third-round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Sheil and Ben evaluated both prospects extensively during the pre-draft process and highlighted their strengths and weaknesses. How can both Steen and Brown make an impact for the Birds this upcoming season?Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben SolakProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic By: Jackson Greenberg and Teddy Grossman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 2023 • 46min
Eagles Select Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith In the First Round of the 2023 NFL Draft
The pipeline from the University of Georgia to Philadelphia continues to grow as the Eagles select DL Jalen Carter with the ninth pick and OLB Nolan Smith with the 30th pick. Sheil and Ben have their first round draft grades for GM Howie Roseman. Did he exceed expectations after day 1 of the draft?Hosts: Sheil Kapadia & Ben SolakProducer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 27, 2023 • 35min
Will Joel Embiid Be Ready For Game 1 of the Second Round?
The Sixers have been waiting patiently for the Celtics-Hawks first-round series to be finished so they can finally know who they’ll be playing after sweeping the Nets this past Saturday. Chris and Raheem discuss how the Sixers are handling Joel Embiid’s LCL sprain during the time between series, and how much this could impact the Sixers’ chances of finally advancing to a conference final.Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem PalmerProducer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 25, 2023 • 50min
The Full Eagles Seven-Round Mock Draft
The highly anticipated 2023 NFL draft is finally upon us. Ben and Sheil have had you covered all mock draft season long, and they’re ready to give their full seven-round Eagles mock draft, which includes some surprise picks and trades. Will Philly be looking to trade up for a star or trade back for more draft capital?Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben SolakProducer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 19, 2023 • 1h 13min
Jalen Carter, RB Favorites, and the Latest Eagles Draft Buzz
The 2023 NFL draft is one week away, and Sheil and Ben have been evaluating prospects nonstop the past few weeks. Could the Eagles trade up in the draft to get Georgia DL Jalen Carter? Could they trade back from no. 10 to add more picks? Is Texas RB Bijan Robinson a real possibility for the Birds? There’s no way the Eagles wouldn’t take a RB that high.Hosts: Ben Solak and Sheil KapadiaProducer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


