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Foolishly Faithful: A Mets Podcast

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Despite a lifetime of misadventures and heartbreak, this group of lifelong Met fans stay true to the Orange and Blue. Join us while we give our fan first takes on the Mets' (often comical) history, current events, and anything else Mets baseball we get into.
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Episodes

Episode 66 - How To Become a Mets Legend - 5/22/25

More money than you know what to do with? Struggling at the dish? Fans starting to turn on you? Media won't give you a break? You're well on your way. Join us as we recap a disappointing week of Mets baseball and the promise of Juan Soto.

May 23, 202532 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Episode 65 - Lefty Shortage - 05/08/25

They better get some security in right field. Join us as we catch up on the past two weeks of Mets baseball, and look ahead to Juan Soto's return to Yankee Stadium. How will the Mets fare after losing three lefties to injury? Will Pete keep slashing? Trivia @ (33:00)

May 09, 20251 hr 16 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Episode 64 - T.B.T.I.B - 04/24/25

Need we say more? We've got a great episode for you this week. Join us as we talk about the marvelous Mets off to the best - and probably the most fun - start we've ever seen. We discuss the sweet sweeps, pristine pitching, and the good problems of a crowded roster. Trivia: Can you guess the date of this Mets game? (32:40)

Apr 25, 20251 hr 15 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Episode 63 - Polar Pop - 04/13/25

It's getting hot out, the Mets are hot, the Polar Bear might be the hottest. Grab yourself a cold drink and buckle in for a fun summer. Join us as we discuss the Mets' hot start and share our first impressions of new players, and what to make of those struggling at the plate.

Apr 14, 202546 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Episode 62 - The Team. The Time. The 2025 Mets. - 03/25/25

The last day of school? Getting a raise at work? Going on a nice date? Those all sound pretty nice today, the MLB season gets started. Join us as we discuss what we're most excited for this season (10:10) and make our team and player stat predictions for the year (29:55) ... Who will be the Mets MVP? Who will lead the team in quality starts? How many games will the team wear the new road blues? How many hot dogs will Ray have to eat? Opening Day Trivia @ (26:22)

Mar 27, 20251 hr 11 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Episode 61 - Spring Check-In - 03/13/25

Join us as we discuss how the new Mets are looking down in Port St. Lucie, and go over last year's pre-season predictions as we get ready for this coming year (31:30). Trivia at (27:55)

Mar 14, 20251 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Episode 60 - Welcome Back! - 02/13/25

Foolishly Faithful is back for Season 3! Join us as we recap the end of 2024 (2:08), the biggest free agent deal ever (17:03), and a reunion with a fan favorite (34:37). Can you solve the trivia question? (31:40 / 1:01:50)

Feb 14, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 1

10/12/24 - You Need To Continue To Believe

Uh oh... This is getting exciting now. Hold on tight. Join us as we recap another playoff series win and look ahead to the NLCS. We talk the big pitching performances, team unity, and the grand slam heard around Mets nation. LGM

Oct 12, 202443 minSeason 2Ep. 28

10/04/24 - OMG

Pete for three... BANG! Is this real life? Am I in McDonaldland? Join us this week as we recap an exciting Wild Card series with the Brewers and the most impossible, redemptive endings in Mets history. We also look ahead to an NLDS with the Phillies that's sure to bring the thrills. LFGM

Oct 05, 202448 minSeason 2Ep. 27

09/30/24 - Clincher Special

Simply amazin'. The full gang is back to chop it up following the Mets' playoff clinching day in Atlanta. Join us as we gleefully rejoice in the victory and look ahead to the playoffs.

Oct 01, 202444 minSeason 2Ep. 26

09/23/24 - Braves Series Preview

Going into Atlanta, season on the line, one win and we leave with our fate in our own hands. Is this 2022? Join us as we preview the upcoming series against the Braves that may decide the season! We'll discuss the parallels between 2022 and 2024 (01:00), clinching scenarios (03:50), the great pitching match-ups we'll see (07:59), the near evenly matched hitting (16:44), and finish up by giving our (admittedly heavily biased) predictions.

Sep 24, 202426 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Episode 55 - 09/19/24 - Acuña Matata

What a wonderful phrase. Join us as we get excited over the playoff picture and the Mets still being part of it (14:04), tip our cap to the Mets who have stepped up so far in Lindor’s absence (21:45), and welcome our first rookie batter of the season (29:30). In the second half we pose a trivia question in honor of our rookie (39:22) and give a shout out to our lights out starting pitching (42:15). P.S. Shohei Ohtani is still really really good at baseball (11:40)...

Sep 20, 20241 hr 17 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Episode 54 - 09/12/24 - Super Mets Bros

We're back! Join us as we discuss the playoff picture (00:40), the MVP race (Ohtani is really good at baseball, but so is Lindor) (25:05), see how many baseball brothers we can name for fun (20:51), and see how many Met Olympians we can name for trivia (36:04).

Sep 13, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Episode 53 - 08/22/24 - Is Lindor MVP?

Or is it really Mark Vientos? Join us as we discuss the Mets’ recent homestand and bring you a live reporting from Eric in the recent Seatlle series (01:30). We discuss why Lindor should be MVP, the Mets must win upcoming road trip, and of course have a new trivia question (30:40). Finally, does Gary Cohen make an appearance? Listen to find out!

Aug 23, 20241 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Episode 52 - 08/08/24 - Frequent Flyer Miles

Next week, they'll play in Mars. Join us this week as we break down the Mets jet-setting roadtrip and the contributions from trade deadline pieces. In the second half, we look at the games ahead and discuss it would feel to have the Mets' all-time-worst 40-win season broken by the White Sox. Can you remember the date of the last Mets game in Seattle? (28:35)

Aug 09, 202457 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Episode 51 - 08/01/24 - Trading Day

The front office should get into masonry the way they filled these holes! Join us this week as we discuss the Mets' past week against tough teams and the abundance of roster moves made at this year's trading deadline. (17:50) In the second half, we play Guess the Met (45:18) and wrap up news from around the league.

Aug 02, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Episode 50 - 07/25/24 - Happy Meals For Everyone

I wonder if Jeff got the Grimace toy? Join us this week as we discuss the Mets' season Subway Series sweep and the energy coming out of the All-Star Break. In the second half, we ask, "Fact or Fiction?" to Mets takes about the rest of the season. Do you remember the date of this Subway Series game? (28:50)

Jul 26, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Episode 49 - 07/18/24 - Groan Run Derby

How bout that anthem, though? Might have been the best part of the Home Run Derby. Join us this week as we analyze some Mets' first half statistics (13:17) and discuss whether the Home Run Derby is an event worthy of our attention anymore (22:57). In the second half, we dive into the Mets new draft picks. Can you name which Mets draft pick leads all-time in WAR? (57:37).

Jul 19, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Episode 48 - 07/11/24 - No More Mr. Nice Guy

The happiest man in baseball? Think again. Join us this week as we discuss the Mets All-Star snubs and failing bullpen (1:40). In the second half, we reassess trade deadline moves given the Mets' recent surge. (35:25) Can you guess the Met who was tired of watching football? (29:27)

Jul 12, 20241 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Episode 45 - 05/06/24 - Strawberry Fields Forever

After #18 got his number retired, the Mets learned how to hit again. Will the beat continue in London? Join us this week as we discuss the Mets bounce back week after they self-appointed themselves the "worst team in the f***ing MLB." (2:18). In the second half, we discuss Francisco Alvarez's pending return and the importance of the no-hitter he caught in Brooklyn. (37:30). Guess The Met at (25:08)

Jul 12, 202459 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Episode 47 - 06/27/24 - This is a 7 Express Train

4 and D trains are out of service this week. There were signal issues when the Mets lit them on fire. Join us this week as we break down the Mets return to street level, beating the Yankees in a Subway Series matchup to get back to .500. We talk the Mets offensive prowess (3:00) and our shining young stars (32:44). Can you guess the date of this Mets game? (27:36)

Jun 28, 20241 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Episode 46 - 06/20/24 - I'm Lovin' It

This is Grimace's team now, okay? Join us this week as we discuss the Mets back from the dead, playing with passion, and winning games. In the second half (25:15) we ask a trivia question - how many McDonaldland characters can you name? We also talk about hitting, pitching, roster additions, and lineup moves.

Jun 21, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Episode 44 - 05/29/24 - Rinse and Repeat

Another hard day at the office, babe? Join us as we lament ... errr I mean, discuss, the state of the Mets as they devolve in remarkable fashion. In the second half, we discuss the future of umpiring in the wake of a notable retirement. (42:30) We've got a good trivia question for you too (31:30).

May 30, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Episode 43 - 05/22/24 - Pete Alonso, Future Milwaukee Brewer?

Gotta look forward, right? Ugh. Join us this week as we discuss the horrid Mets week with bullpen woes and lineup reshuffling (5:15). We hear from phone call from a Foolishly Faithful listener, (26:34) and discuss the not-too-far away trade deadline and the Mets pieces who might get moved (34:55).

May 23, 202457 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Episode 42 - 05/15/24 - Free Pass Frenzy

Walking on sunshine, we are not. When will the free bases stop? Join us as we discuss the Mets' bleak week versus division rivals that featured too many walks, again (00:44). In the second half, we discuss a number of roster moves, injury updates, and the games ahead on the road trip. (27:17) We continue with another week of guess the date of the Mets game. (25:50) / (53:14)

May 16, 20241 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Episode 41 - 05/08/24 - This Episode was DFA'd

Luckily we were able to reclaim it off of waivers! Join us as we talk about the Mets coming up just short in Tampa Bay (0:35), focus in on some key players’ struggles and triumphs (10:15). In the second half we give a far too obscure trivia question (28:17), talk about some news from the Mets and the rest of the league (31:07), and play a fun new game (52:44)!

May 09, 202458 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Episode 40 - 05/01/24 - Super Metsy

What does Metsy mean to you? To us, it's a heartbreaking loss. Join us this week as we talk about the dropped games to the Cardinals and Cubs (00:50) - you know, the ones where there's a glimmer of hope in the 9th inning? In the second half, we discuss who must replace Adrian Houser in the rotation (23:36). Trivia at (20:27)

May 02, 202456 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Episode 39 - 04/24/24 - Tomas Nido, Protector of Second Base

Uh-oh - Tomas Nido is back on the Mets. Hey, at least we can throw runners out now. Join us as we discuss the Mets' split west coast road trip including our trouble with walks and our timely late-inning hitting. (00:40) In the second half we discuss unfortunate injuries (34:20). Trivia at (32:50).

Apr 25, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Episode 38 - 04/17/24 - The Clutch Stat

Harrison Bader and who(?!) have the clutch gene? Join us as we discuss the surging Mets, who look like real winners after rattling off late-inning victories against some good teams. (1:25) Later, we talk about the looming Mets City Connect jerseys releasing this Friday. (55:54) Trivia: (34:08)

Apr 18, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Episode 37 - 04/10/24 - Back in the NY Groove

Join us as we discuss the Mets' first wins of the season (1:18) and some of the improvements made as a team (13:25). In the second half, we get into roster moves - does DFA'ing three pitchers in a week tell us anything about this new front office (43:02)? Can you guess this Met? He had a 16-year MLB career and finished it with two years on the Mets in 2006 and 2007. (41:48)

Apr 11, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 7
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