The Al Galdi Podcast

Blue Wire
undefined
Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 24min

Episode 1,200: Washington Commanders fall to 3-8 with 16-13 overtime loss to Miami Dolphins in Spain and more

Segment 1 - Show open, launch of Operation Lose Out 2.0 and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: objective of Operation Lose Out 2.0, a look at the team's many "losing-time" moments in the 16-13 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins in Spain and a breakdown of quarterback Marcus Mariota in the game Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: analysis of a variety of items from the 16-13 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins in Spain, including a quality performance by the defense and standout games for running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. and receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. Segment 4 - College Football: reaction to Maryland retaining Mike Locksley as head coach and Virginia Tech reportedly targeting James Franklin as head coach and discussion of Maryland's 24-6 loss at Illinois, Navy's 41-38 win over No. 24 South Florida, No. 19 Virginia's 34-17 win at Duke, Virginia Tech's 34-14 loss at Florida State, James Madison's 58-10 win over Appalachian State and Liberty's 34-27 overtime loss at FIU Segment 5 - Washington Capitals: examination of a 3-2 shootout loss to the New Jersey Devils Segment 6 - Washington Wizards: thoughts on a 129-106 loss to the Brooklyn Nets for the Wizards' 11th consecutive loss Segment 7 - College Basketball: breakdowns of Maryland's 89-82 win at Marquette, Georgetown's 79-74 win over Clemson, Virginia's 104-78 win over Marshall and 84-76 win over Charlotte Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Whatever your dermatological needs, contact Dr. George Verghese at MidAtlanticSkin.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 14, 2025 • 1h 1min

Episode 1,199: preview of Washington vs. Miami in Spain with Dolphins insider Alain Poupart of SI and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's latest injury report for the game against the Miami Dolphins in Spain, discussion of whether Commanders quarterbacks should be operating more under center and a look at the connections that Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel and his coaching staff have to Commanders head coach Dan Quinn and/or to the overall franchise Segment 3 - Guest: Alain Poupart, who is Sports Illustrated's Miami Dolphins insider and is the host of the All Dolphins Podcast, with a deep dive on the Dolphins in preparation for the Washington Commanders' game against the Dolphins in Spain Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a win against the Miami Dolphins in Spain and a prediction for the game Segment 5 - College Football: thoughts on Old Dominion's 33-0 win over Troy, GaldiLocks for the FBS teams of the Mid-Atlantic region, examination of quarterback-injury concerns for Navy and Virginia and reaction to the latest on Maryland head coach Mike Locksley Segment 6 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 6-3 loss at the Florida Panthers Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Watch the BGO Blind Pig podcast on YouTube For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 13, 2025 • 53min

Episode 1,198: intel with Ben Standig on what's going on with Terry McLaurin and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's initial injury report for the game against the Miami Dolphins in Spain and discussion of various items addressed by Dan Quinn, including what changes with him now being both head coach and defensive coordinator, what he told interior defensive lineman Daron Payne off the NFL suspending him for one game without pay for throwing a punch at Detroit Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown during the 44-22 loss to the Lions and whether the Commanders' problems are more foundational or just about execution Segment 3 - Guest: Washington Commanders insider Ben Standig of LastManStandig.Substack.com on what's going on with receiver Terry McLaurin in terms of his lack of visibility while injured, whether quarterback Jayden Daniels should/will play again in the 2025 season and how the team's season is impacting the likelihood of offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury in the 2026 offseason leaving the team for a head-coaching job Segment 4 - Washington Wizards: analysis of a 135-112 loss at the Houston Rockets for the Wizards' 10th consecutive loss and reaction to former Wizard Bradley Beal being done for the season due to a fractured left hip Segment 5 - College Basketball: thoughts on Georgetown's 83-70 win over Binghamton and Virginia Tech's 94-59 win over Saint Joseph's Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 12, 2025 • 50min

Episode 1,197: intel with Ben Standig on how and why Commanders' 2025 season has gone wrong and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Guest: Washington Commanders insider Ben Standig of LastManStandig.Substack.com on how and why the Commanders' 2025 season has gone wrong, including what was behind head coach Dan Quinn demoting Joe Whitt Jr. and taking over as defensive coordinator, whether injuries truly are the biggest reason for the team's disappointing season, how we should view what general manager Adam Peters did in the 2025 offseason, the possibility that there's more to the team's disappointing season than we know and what to make of quarterback Marcus Mariota saying, "I don't think we are who we think we are..." Segment 3 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 4-1 win at the Carolina Hurricanes Segment 4 - College Basketball: thoughts on Maryland's 84-64 win over Alcorn State and Virginia's 91-53 win over Hampton Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 11, 2025 • 44min

Episode 1,196: Dan Quinn demotes Joe Whitt Jr. and takes over as Commanders defensive coordinator and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: analysis of head coach Dan Quinn demoting Joe Whitt Jr. and taking over as the team's defensive coordinator, reaction to cornerback Tre Amos having suffered a fractured fibula in the 44-22 loss to the Detroit Lions and discussion of the NFL suspending interior defensive lineman Daron Payne for one game without pay for throwing a punch at Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: thoughts on the status of quarterback Jayden Daniels, how advanced stats make quarterback Marcus Mariota's performance in the 44-22 loss to the Detroit Lions look even better and further examination of Mariota saying, "I don't think we are who we think we are..." Segment 4 - Washington Wizards: breakdown of a 137-135 overtime loss at the Detroit Pistons for the Wizards' ninth consecutive loss in a game in which they blew a 13-point fourth-quarter lead, including blowing a five-point lead with 14 seconds left in the fourth quarter Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit and join BGObsession.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 10, 2025 • 1h 28min

Episode 1,195: Washington ripped by Detroit, Trump wants Commanders' new stadium named after him and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: examination of the state of the team's season and a proper bashing of the defense off its latest hideous performance in a 44-22 loss to the Detroit Lions Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: why quarterback Jayden Daniels should not be shut down for the season, how quarterback Marcus Mariota played well in the 44-22 loss to the Detroit Lions, a telling comment from Mariota, review of Commanders special teams in the loss to the Lions and more Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: reaction to a report that President Donald Trump wants the team's new stadium to be named after him Segment 5 - College Football: discussion of Maryland's 35-20 loss at Rutgers, Navy's 49-10 loss at No. 10 Notre Dame, No. 14 Virginia's 16-9 loss to Wake Forest, James Madison's 35-23 win at Marshall and Liberty's 21-17 loss to Missouri State Segment 6 - Washington Capitals: breakdown of a 3-2 loss at the Tampa Bay Lightning Segment 7 - Washington Wizards: analysis of a 148-115 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers and a 111-105 loss to the Dallas Mavericks Segment 8 - College Basketball: thoughts on Georgetown's 70-60 win at Maryland, Virginia Tech's 107-101 overtime win over Providence and Virginia's 81-62 win over North Carolina Central  Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Whatever your dermatological needs, contact Dr. George Verghese at MidAtlanticSkin.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 7, 2025 • 1h 19min

Episode 1,194: preview of Washington vs. Detroit with Lions radio play-by-play announcer Dan Miller and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's latest injury report for the game against the Detroit Lions, examination of the Lions' defense and offense and discussion of comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr., including Kingsbury on the Commanders' rushing offense and Whitt on him moving from being in the Commanders' coaches' booth during games to being on the Commanders' sideline during games  Segment 3 - Guest: longtime Detroit Lions radio play-by-play announcer Dan Miller with a deep dive on the Lions in preparation for the Washington Commanders' game against the Lions Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a win against the Detroit Lions and a prediction for the game Segment 5 - College Football: GaldiLocks picks for the FBS teams of the Mid-Atlantic region and thoughts on big games for Maryland, Navy and Virginia Segment 6 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 5-3 loss at the Pittsburgh Penguins in a game in which the Caps went just 2-for-5 on the penalty kill and 0-for-3 on the power play Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Watch the BGO Blind Pig podcast on YouTube For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 6, 2025 • 57min

Episode 1,193: Dan Quinn opens up about struggles of Mike Sainristil and Quan Martin and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's initial injury report for the game against the Detroit Lions in terms of offensive players and discussion of the offense and of the state of the team's season off comments from head coach Dan Quinn, including how the rushing offense is doing, how the team is handling having been walloped by injury and the notion of the team - as Quinn said - trying to win now and develop for tomorrow Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's initial injury report for the game against the Detroit Lions in terms of defensive players and discussion of the defense off comments from head coach Dan Quinn, including what now for the team at cornerback with Marshon Lattimore done for the season, what has gone wrong for cornerback Mike Sainristil and safety Quan Martin and why defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. is moving from being in the team's coaches' booth during games to being on the team's sideline during games Segment 4 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 6-1 win over the St. Louis Blues to snap a four-game losing streak in a game in which winger Alex Ovechkin became the first player ever to score at least 900 career NHL regular-season goals Segment 5 - Washington Wizards: thoughts on a 136-107 loss at the Boston Celtics Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit and join BGObsession.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 5, 2025 • 60min

Episode 1,192: analysis with Mark Bullock on criticism of Adam Peters and on Jayden Daniels' season and more

Segment 1 - Show open, reaction to the Washington Commanders not making any trades on 2025 NFL Trade Deadline Day and listener feedback Segment 2 - Guest: Washington Commanders analyst Mark Bullock of MarkBullock.Substack.com with All-22-style breakdowns of why the Commanders are having such a disappointing 2025 season, what's fair and accurate to say about general manager Adam Peters, the truth about the performance of quarterback Jayden Daniels in the 2025 season, whether we should be concerned about Daniels' durability, how offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is doing in the 2025 season and more Segment 3 - Baltimore Orioles: discussion of the introductory press conference for O's manager Craig Albernaz Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
undefined
Nov 4, 2025 • 54min

Episode 1,191: Dan Quinn admits to mistake with Jayden Daniels injury, Marshon Lattimore has torn ACL and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: analysis of quarterback Jayden Daniels having suffered a dislocated left elbow and receiver Luke McCaffrey having suffered a broken collarbone in the 38-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football and reaction to head coach Dan Quinn during his day-after-the-game press conference admitting to having been wrong for having Daniels in the game when he got injured Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: discussion of the defense off head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference off the 38-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football, including cornerback Marshon Lattimore having suffered a season-ending torn ACL in the game and a reveal by Quinn of a change regarding defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. - he's moving from being in the coaches' booth during games to being on the sideline during games Segment 4 - College Basketball: thoughts on season-opening wins for Maryland, Georgetown, Virginia and Virginia Tech Segment 5 - Washington Wizards: breakdown of a 119-102 loss at the New York Knicks Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app