

The Al Galdi Podcast
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Longtime Washington, D.C. sports personality Al Galdi takes an in-depth look at D.C.-area sports every weekday, giving hard-hitting analysis on - and having some fun with - the Commanders, Nationals, Orioles, Capitals, Wizards, Terrapins, Hoyas and more.
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Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 19min
Episode 756: Commanders introduce Dan Quinn, hire Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr., fire Eric Bieniemy and more
19:09 - Commanders: discussion of the best of what was said by new Commanders head coach Dan Quinn, Commanders general manager Adam Peters and Commanders managing partner Josh Harris at Quinn's introductory press conference regarding Quinn...and a breakdown of items pertaining to former Commanders head-coaching candidates Ben Johnson and Mike Macdonald in a report from The Athletic on the Commanders' head-coaching search53:20 - Commanders: analysis of what was said by new Commanders head coach Dan Quinn and Commanders general manager Adam Peters at Quinn's introductory press conference regarding Commanders assistant head coach/offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, the team's front office beneath Peters, what the Commanders are getting in new offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and new defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. and more01:17:22 - Virginia Basketball: thoughts on a 60-38 win over MiamiWhatever your dermatological needs, call Dr. George Verghese and the Mid-Atlantic Skin-Surgery Institute Of Maryland at 301-396-3401 and mention that Al Galdi sent ya!Call Catering By Uptown at 301-572-7744, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and get a five-percent discount on any Catering By Uptown wedding package!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 5, 2024 • 1h 5min
Episode 755: Commanders hiring Kliff Kingsbury as OC, conversation with JP Finlay about Dan Quinn and more
16:19 - Commanders: reaction to the Commanders reportedly hiring former Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury as offensive coordinator...and discussion of a variety of reports regarding the Commanders' head-coaching search29:16 - Guest: Commanders insider JP Finlay of NBC4 on the Commanders hiring Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as head coach, including the complicated process that led to him being hired and whether the team offered its head-coaching job to Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald prior to him becoming Seattle Seahawks head coach46:03 - Wizards: analysis of a 110-102 loss to the Miami Heat and a 140-112 loss to the Phoenix Suns in a game in which former Wizard Bradley Beal scored 43 points in his first game against the Wizards55:06 - College Basketball: breakdowns of Maryland's 63-54 loss at Michigan State, Georgetown's 91-57 loss to No. 9 Marquette, Virginia's 66-65 win at Clemson and Virginia Tech's 82-74 loss at MiamiVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya!Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive a 33-percent discount on an in-stock wood insert!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 4min
Episode 754: Commanders are hiring Dan Quinn as head coach, Orioles trade for Corbin Burnes and more
15:11 - Commanders: in-depth reaction to and analysis of the Commanders reportedly hiring Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as head coach41:34 - Orioles: breakdown of the O's acquiring ace Corbin Burnes via trade with the Milwaukee Brewers46:38 - Guest: Jeff Barker, reporter for The Baltimore Sun, on the Angelos family agreeing to sell the O's to a group led by private-equity billionaire David Rubenstein, including what the sale means for the MASN dispute between the O's and NationalsVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 1, 2024 • 49min
Episode 753: Commanders lose out on Mike Macdonald as head-coaching search continues and more
15:45 - Commanders: in-depth reaction to and analysis of the latest in the Commanders' head-coaching search, including the team not getting Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald with him becoming Seattle Seahawks head coach and indications from prominent national NFL insiders that the search could last for a while34:22 - Orioles: what the sale price of the O's suggests about the sale price of the Nationals...and an underrated positive of the sale of the O's41:17 - Wizards: breakdown of a 125-109 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers47:40 - Virginia Basketball: thoughts on a 65-53 win over Notre DameCall Catering By Uptown at 301-572-7744, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and get a five-percent discount on any Catering By Uptown wedding package!Visit WSHOnTheDaily.com!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 22min
Episode 752: Ben Johnson taps out of Commanders' head-coaching search, Bobby Slowick out too and more
14:59 - Commanders: in-depth reaction to and analysis of a wild day in the Commanders' head-coaching search that featured two candidates - Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and Houston Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowick -staying with their teams30:24 - Guest: Bobby Gould, writer for Hogs Haven, on his research on how offensive-minded NFL head coaches are doing versus how defensive-minded NFL head coaches are doing and what this means for the Commanders56:34 - Guest: Capitals insider Tarik El-Bashir on the state of the Capitals in their 2023-2024 season, including whether them pulling the trigger on a true rebuild is a possibility, the truth about the season that left wing Alex Ovechkin is having, where we are with enigmatic center Evgeny Kuznetsov, what to make of the Caps' goaltending situation and what stands out about Caps head coach Spencer CarberyVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya!Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive a 33-percent discount on an in-stock wood insert!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 2024 • 53min
Episode 751: chat with FOX Sports Cowboys insider David Helman on Commanders candidate Dan Quinn and more
15:39 - Guest: Dallas Cowboys insider David Helman of FOX Sports on Cowboys defensive coordinator and Commanders head-coaching candidate Dan Quinn, the state of the Cowboys and their path forward with quarterback Dak Prescott44:15 - Wizards: analysis of a 118-113 win at the Western Conference-worst San Antonio Spurs, giving the Wizards their first regular-season winning streak of any length since March 202351:18 - Virginia Tech Basketball: thoughts on a 77-67 loss to No. 7 DukeCall Catering By Uptown at 301-572-7744, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and get a five-percent discount on any Catering By Uptown wedding package!Visit WSHOnTheDaily.com!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 13min
Episode 750: Ben Johnson being Commanders next head coach is "a pretty foregone conclusion" and much more
15:31 - Commanders: deep dive on the latest in the Commanders' head-coaching search, including ESPN NFL insider Jeff Darlington saying that Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson being the Commanders' next head coach is "a pretty foregone conclusion," ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reporting that Johnson is not the presumptive favorite to be the team's next head coach and the Commanders reportedly being set to conduct a number of second interviews of head-coaching candidates36:08 - Capitals: analysis of a 5-4 overtime loss at the Dallas Stars42:54 - Wizards: discussion of a 118-104 win at the NBA-worst Detroit Pistons and on comments from ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst on a "mandate" for the Wizards regarding the 2024 NBA Trade Deadline54:27 - College Basketball: breakdowns of Maryland's 73-51 win over Nebraska, Georgetown's 84-76 loss at Providence, Virginia's 69-52 win at Louisville and Virginia Tech's 91-67 win over Georgia Tech01:06:55 - Nationals and Orioles: thoughts on new Nats outfielder/first baseman Joey Gallo and on the rankings of Nats and Orioles prospects in MLB Pipeline's and Baseball America's lists of the top 100 prospects in baseballVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya!Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive a 33-percent discount on an in-stock wood insert!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 2min
Episode 749: chat with Rams insider Greg Beacham on Raheem Morris and Wiz oust Wes Unseld Jr. as head coach
20:40 - Guest: Los Angeles Rams insider Greg Beacham of The Associated Press on new Atlanta Falcons head coach and now-former Commanders head-coaching candidate Raheem Morris and on what the Commanders can learn from the Rams' on-the-fly rebuild and "F- them picks!" team-building philosophy48:22 - Wizards: analysis of the Wizards ousting Wes Unseld Jr. as head coach and naming lead assistant coach Brian Keefe as interim head coach...and thoughts on a 123-108 loss to the Utah JazzVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya!Visit CrabSports.com or download the Crab Sports app, use the promo code "Galdi" and enjoy a great offer!Visit WSHOnTheDaily.com!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 25, 2024 • 60min
Episode 748: chat with Texans insider Shaun Bijani on Bobby Slowick for Commanders head coach and more
13:22 - Guest: Texans insider Shaun Bijani of Sports Radio 610 KILT in Houston on Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowick as a head-coaching candidate for the Commanders and on the lessons of the Texans' turnaround for the Commanders44:38 - Capitals: analysis of a 6-2 loss at the Colorado Avalanche48:46 - Wizards: reaction to ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski saying that the Wizards are "very reticent" to trade Kyle Kuzma prior to the 2024 NBA Trade Deadline...and thoughts on a 118-107 loss to the Western Conference-leading Minnesota Timberwolves55:05 - College Basketball: breakdowns of Maryland's 69-67 win at Iowa and Virginia's 59-53 overtime win over NC StateCall Catering By Uptown at 301-572-7744, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and get a five-percent discount on any Catering By Uptown wedding package!Visit WSHOnTheDaily.com!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 3min
Episode 747: breakdown of Commanders' head-coaching search with Ben Standig of The Athletic and more
15:21 - Guest: Commanders insider Ben Standig of The Athletic on the team's head-coaching search and more, including who the No. 2 target is if Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is the No. 1 target, the significance of "leadership" as highlighted by general manager Adam Peters, where Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald stands, whether Peters or managing partner Josh Harris is making the final call on the head-coaching hire and why there has been nothing on the statuses of general manager Martin Mayhew and executive vice president of football/player personnel Marty Hurney51:40 - Nationals: reaction to the Nats reportedly agreeing on a one-year, $5 million contract with free-agent outfielder/first baseman Joey Gallo54:55 - Capitals: analysis of a 5-3 loss at the Minnesota Wild59:47 - College Basketball: thoughts on Georgetown's 90-66 loss to Butler and Virginia Tech's 76-71 win over Boston CollegeVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya!Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive a 33-percent discount on an in-stock wood insert!Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog Fantasy app, sign up and use the promo code "Galdi" for Underdog Fantasy to double your first deposit with up to $100 in bonus cash when you make a first deposit of at least $10!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


