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No Credentials Required

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The podcast where you don’t need a press pass to talk sports! Quality sports talk based in the Capital Region of New York. Hosted by Ryan McCarthy and Dustin Henry. A proud member of the Belly Up Podcast Network.
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Episodes

Episode 240: NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview (and more!)

What's on the agenda for Ryan and Dustin on NFL Wild Card Weekend? First, with it being the third episode of 2025, they talk about their favorite athletes to ever wear the number 3 and tackle their hunger in Hot Food Takes! Then, they'll talk about NFL Wild Card Weekend and what they expect to happen in all six games from Saturday afternoon through Monday Night. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsp...

Jan 11, 20251 hr 29 minSeason 5Ep. 3

Episode 239: The 2024 NFL Regular Season is OVER! (Plus, Our Favorite Athletes to Wear Number Two)

Ryan and Dustin waited an extra day, but they're back to talk all about what stood out the most to them in NFL Week 18! Is the future of the NFC South's quarterback room bright? Did the Sunday night game between Detroit and Minnesota live up to all the hype it was given? Finally, was Jerrod Mayo's firing after New England's win over Buffalo more suspicious than it seems? Plus, Ryan and Dustin talk about their favorite athetes to ever wear the number two; Ryan's choice might surprise you! No Cred...

Jan 09, 20251 hr 25 minSeason 5Ep. 2

Episode 238: NFL Week 18 Preview (Plus Our Favorite Athletes to Wear the Number One)

It's a new year and a new era at No Credentials Required! Ryan and Dustin talk about their favorite athletes to ever wear the number one and tackle their hunger with the first edition of Hot Food Takes! Then, they'll take on NFL Week 18 where several playoff seeds are to be decided. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Invader Coffee: This edition of No Credentials Required is presented by Inva...

Jan 04, 20251 hr 23 minSeason 5Ep. 1

Episode 237: NFL Week 17 Review-ish (Plus, a Big Show Announcement)

Ryan and Dustin turn their eyes toward 2025, but not before one more show to end 2024! First, they'll lead off with a special announcement about the show for the 2025 year. Then, they'll talk about the crazy Sunday of Week 17 in the NFL that saw some teams move closer towards the playoffs and others shockingly miss the mark. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Righteous Felon: This episode's a...

Dec 31, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 87

Episode 236: Ugly Christmas NFL Games, TNF, and Week 17 Preview

Ryan and Dustin have emerged from their respective Christmas breaks to talk about the underwhelming Christmas Day NFL games, one of the most boring Thursday Night Football games EVER, and preview the rest of Week 17 of the NFL. Plus, they'll talk Christmas dinners in Hot Food Takes! No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Invader Coffee: The Saturday edition of No Credentials Required is always pr...

Dec 28, 20241 hr 16 minSeason 4Ep. 86

Episode 235: 2024 Year in Review - Capital Region Sports News (Feat. Tom ’Goz’ Goslowski of Fox Sports 980 Albany)

It's an annual tradition unlike any other as Ryan and Tom 'Goz' Goslowski of Fox Sports Radio 980 Albany review the top Capital Region sports news stories of 2024! What does the Adirondack Thunder's finish in 2024 mean for pro hockey in the area? Will Gerry McNamara bring change to Siena College? How dramatic of a turnaround did the Albany FireWolves have? What kind of impact does the Belmont Stakes have on the Saratoga Racetrack? And was the Albany Firebirds return to the region the top local n...

Dec 27, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 4Ep. 85

Episode 234: 2024 Year in Review - National Sports News (Feat. Tom ’Goz’ Goslowski of Fox Sports Radio 980 Albany)

It's an annual tradition unlike any other as Ryan and Tom 'Goz' Goslowski of Fox Sports Radio 980 Albany review the top national news stories of 2024! How much of an impact did streaming have on the national sports viewing audience? Is the Caitlin Clark effect a good thing for women's sports in general? Which former athlete's death was the most surprising? Was the CFP's expansion a good thing? And how many memes came out of the Olympics? No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media...

Dec 27, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 4Ep. 84

Episode 233: NCR Happy Hour (Broncos/Chargers Review, NFL Week 16 Preview)

Ryan and Dustin have some adult beverages and talk sports in the newest edition of the Friday Happy Hour! They'll review what they're drinking, review Thursday Night's frantic finish between the Broncos and the Chargers, and preview what they're looking forward to (and not looking forward to) in NFL Week 16. Plus, a very special show achievement to announce! No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports...

Dec 21, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 4Ep. 83

Episode 232: NFL Week 15 Review

Ryan and Dustin return to react/overreact to NFL Week 15! Did Bills quarterback Josh Allen secure the league MVP after this week? How disappointed was Ryan in Colts running back Jonathan Taylor? Which quarterback was Dustin most disappointed in this week? And which Week 15 games were better than originally thought? No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Righteous Felon: This episode's affiliate s...

Dec 18, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 82

Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast Episode 8: Random Goaltender Generator

In Episode 8 of the Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast: the Islanders drive Staniel to drink; the Rangers drive Brian to ponder blowing up the current team, and; the Devils' special teams makes Ryan smile wide. Plus, the guys wonder what has to change in Buffalo as the Sabres endure a long losing streak and they name random goaltenders. The Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast is a production of No Credentials Required, a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | ...

Dec 17, 20241 hr 13 min

Episode 231: NFL Week 15 Preview (Plus, Breakfast Cereal Power Rankings)

Ryan and Dustin have their respective coffees and are talking NFL football and more in the Saturday edition of No Credentials Required! The guys rank their favorite breakfast cereals in "Hot Food Takes," review the ugliest game of Thursday Night Football of the season, and preview the rest of what stands out to them in NFL Week 15. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Invader Coffee: The Saturd...

Dec 14, 20241 hr 34 minSeason 4Ep. 81

Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast Episode 7: At-Home Dentistry

It's been a couple weeks, but Ryan, Brian, and Staniel return to talk all things New York Metro hockey in the Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast! Staniel holds his emotional support shark talking about the schizophrenic nature of Islander fans, Brian talks about the Jacob Trouba trade that led to a major signing for the Rangers, and Ryan wonders if the top six forward group of the Devils might need some help despite the Devils' great start. Plus, a coaching dismissal, the Four Nations Face-Off tea...

Dec 13, 20241 hr 19 min

Episode 230: NFL Week 14 Broke Records

Ryan and Dustin start the episode with some breaking MLB free agency news: Max Fried is a New York Yankee! Then, they discuss a hectic NFL Week 14 that saw some records broken and a Score-agami! Plus, Ryan remains eternally disappointed in the New York Jets and Dustin remains eternally impressed in the Seattle Seahawks. (Yes, we are homers. There is no shame in it.) No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@belly...

Dec 11, 20241 hr 16 minSeason 4Ep. 80

Episode 229: NFL Week 14 Preview (Plus, Dustin Goes to MetLife Stadium & Packers/Lions Review)

Ryan and Dustin missed Tuesday's show, but they're back on Saturday to review Thursday Night Football's epic game between Green Bay and Detroit. Plus, Dustin talks about his journey to MetLife Stadium for last Sunday's Seattle/Jets game, previewing NFL Week 14, and more! No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Invader Coffee: The Saturday edition of No Credentials Required is always presented by I...

Dec 07, 20241 hr 16 minSeason 4Ep. 79

Episode 228: Thanksgiving & Black Friday NFL Game Review & Week 13 Preview

Ryan and Dustin are over their Thanksgiving hangovers and return to review the Thanksgiving slate of NFL games and the Black Friday NFL game. Plus, they'll talk about what stands out to them in their Week 13 preview. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Invader Coffee: The Saturday edition of No Credentials Required is always presented by Invader Coffee: Fuel For the Fearless! Support the show ...

Nov 30, 20241 hr 35 minSeason 4Ep. 78

Episode 227: 2024 Thanksgiving Special

It's the third annual No Credentials Required Thanksgiving Day Special! Ryan and Dustin go off script to talk sports memories they are thankful for and preview the Thanksgiving Day slate of NFL games. Plus, they talk about what Thanksgiving means to them. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports This edition of No Credentials Required is presented by Invader Coffee: Fuel For the Fearless! Support t...

Nov 28, 20241 hr 31 minSeason 4Ep. 77

Episode 226: NFL Week 12 Was Absolute Chaos

Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season was ABSOLUTE CHAOS and Ryan and Dustin talk about the games that made this week so chaotic and a joy to watch. Plus, the debut of the League MVP Power Rankings and why LeVeon Bell brought up a great point about running backs. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Righteous Felon: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Righteous Felon Craft Jerky: Save 15% off your ord...

Nov 27, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 4Ep. 76

Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast Episode 6: Emotional Support Shark

In this edition of the Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast: Staniel continues to talk Islanders fans down from the rafters; Brian wonders if Chris Drury is starting to hit the panic button too soon in this Rangers season, and; Ryan stifles back a Zach Wilson joke as the Devils' mom joins their boys for two games. Plus, the panel discusses the implications of the junior hockey as the NCAA opens up the eligibility flood gates. The Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast is produced by No Credentials Require...

Nov 26, 20241 hr 17 min

Episode 225: NFL Week 12 Preview (Plus TNF Review and Hot Food Takes)

Week 12 of the NFL season has arrived and Ryan and Dustin are back to preview what they're paying attention to in the limited slate of Sunday games. Plus, they talk Daniel Jones' release from the New York Giants, review Thursday Night's game between Pittsburgh and Cleveland and debate which fast food restaurant has the best fries. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports The Saturday edition of No ...

Nov 23, 20241 hr 24 minSeason 4Ep. 75

Episode 224: NFL Week 11 Got a GM Fired

The New York Jets' disastrous season continues with the firing of general manager Joe Douglas and Ryan and Dustin react to the news. Plus, they'll talk about what else stood out to them in NFL Week 11. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Righteous Felon: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Righteous Felon Craft Jerky: Save 15% off your order with promo code BELLYUP at checkout! Plus, free ship...

Nov 20, 20241 hr 29 minSeason 4Ep. 74

Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast - Episode 5: It Puts the Lotion on Dan’s Skin

In Episode 5 of the Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast: Staniel waxes on the Islanders week, which dovetails into a conversation about high priced cocktails; Brian wonders if the Rangers are frauds, which dovetails into a conversation about coaching in Boston, and; Ryan reacts to Frank the Tank's catastrophism, which dovetails into whether or not to invite him on the show. Plus, a discussion on NHL jerseys. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.be...

Nov 19, 20241 hr 11 min

Episode 223: NFL Week 11 Preview (Plus Tyson/Paul Fight and Hot Food Takes)

It's a Saturday morning and it's time for No Credentials Required! Ryan and Dustin talk about the Tyson/Paul fight (maybe), talk Pop Tarts vs. Toaster Strudel in another edition of Hot Food Takes, and review Thursday Night's game between Washington and Philadelphia. Plus, they'll give you an idea of what they're looking forward to (and not looking forward to) in NFL Week 11. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.c...

Nov 16, 20241 hr 24 minSeason 4Ep. 73

Episode 222: NFL Week 10 Was Steady as She Goes (Feat. Darnell ”The Playmaker” Sallins)

The guys return with special guest, Darnell "Playmaker" Sallins! The trio talk about what stood out to them in NFL Week 10, Playmaker goes ham on his LA Rams, and Ryan continues to be astounded at the new levels his New York Jets continue to disappoint him. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. The Playmakerz Blog: www.theplaymakerzblog.com | https://www.youtube.com/@theplaymakerzblognetwork Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Sea...

Nov 13, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 4Ep. 72

Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast Episode 4: Roadies!

In Episode 4 of the Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast: Staniel Smooth comes down from the UBS Arena rafters after the Islanders take five of six points this week; Brian discusses the cap juggling that the Rangers have to do to get more defensive help, and; Ryan talks the Devils' depth scoring and the huge comeback win against the Islanders. Plus, the guys talk about the 2024 Hockey Hall of Fame class and who from their favorite squad should be in the Hockey Hall of Fame. No Credentials Required i...

Nov 11, 20241 hr 18 min

Episode 221: NFL Week 10 Preview (Plus, Bengals/Ravens Review & Hot Food Takes)

The guys are back on Saturday morning and that means plenty of sports talk! The guys discuss one of the greatest battles in beverage history: Coke vs. Pepsi (that somehow dovetailed into a conversation about Michael Jackson and Cindy Crawford). Then, they review Thursday night's WILD Bengals-Ravens game and dive into the rest of what they're looking out for in NFL Week 10. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com...

Nov 09, 20241 hr 14 minSeason 4Ep. 71

Episode 220: NFL Week 9 Gave Us Dawgs and Frauds

It's Election Day in the United States, but Ryan and Dustin aren't here to talk politics... they're here to talk football! Specifically, NFL Week 9, where the week saw some dawgs and definitely saw some frauds. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports This episode's affiliate sponsor is Seat Geek: Life's an Event, We Have the Tickets! Save $20 off your order of $50 or more with promo code BELLYUPSP...

Nov 06, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 4Ep. 70

Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast Episode 3: Was Kyle Dubas in the Math Club?

On this edition of the Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast, Staniel goes HAM on the state of the New York Islanders and their fanbase (6:49), Brian wonders if Mika Zibanejad's contract is worth the high price (20:37), and Ryan pumps Nico Hischier's tires (38:53). Plus, a look at the NHL standings one month in and we roast Kyle Dubas (50:07). The Three Rails Hockey Podcast is a production of No Credentials Required, a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Time to BS with Staniel Smooth: www.youtube...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 13 min

Episode 219: No Bartender Required! (World Series, TNF Review, NFL Week 9 Preview)

Ryan and Dustin run it back with another edition of NCR Happy Hour! The guys talk about what they're drinking and talk about whether they would hit a particular food item at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas in "Hot Food Takes." Then, they wrap up a disappointing World Series and preview NFL Week 9. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Support Dustin's ExtraLife fundraiser! | https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=534076 ...

Nov 02, 20241 hr 19 minSeason 4Ep. 69

Episode 218: NFL Week 8 Review (Plus, D-Willy Returns!)

On this edition of No Credentials Required, Drew Willingham returns to the show! He'll talk about his first-hand experience at the wild Bears/Commanders game at Northwest Stadium on Sunday. Plus, the panel talks about the rest of Week 8 in the NFL. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. SIRTOBA Media: www.sirtoba.com | www.youtube.com/@sirtobamedia Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Support Dustin's Fundraiser with @ExtraLife4Kids...

Oct 30, 20241 hr 35 minSeason 4Ep. 68

Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast: Episode 2 (Premature Jack O’Lantern)

The Three Rails Metro Hockey Podcast returns for its second week! Staniel Smooth tells New York Islanders fans to stop panicking, Brian Germinaro likes Alexis LaFreniere's contract extension, and Ryan McCarthy has some concerns about the New Jersey Devils defense. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network. Check out all of Staniel Smooth's stuff on his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@UCIM5uwmE-fzG7BklRheAknw Belly Up Sports: www.bellyupsports.com | www.youtube.com/@bel...

Oct 28, 20241 hr 9 min
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