Concrete New York
by Concrete New York
At Concrete New York, we explore origins of fandom and examine the past, present, and future of New York sports. We relive the moments that built the foundation for our fandom, discuss the current state of each New York franchise, and break down the future of New York sports.
Episodes
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City Gambits: March Madness Edition
Matt Batista and Max Perkins preview and predict the entire 2021 Men's Basketball Tournament to help you win your bracket pool(s)! Check out what the City Gambits think about this year's tournament which will no doubt be madness, per usual. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Concrete...
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Knicks and Nets Talk with Special Guest Adam Kester
On this NBA-centric episode, Ben Diamond and Ben Jacob catch up with Adam Kester to discuss the highlights from the Knicks and Nets season thus far as well as what fans of both squads should be excited about for the second half. Adam Kester is the Site Expert for @DailyKnicksFS and works on...
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Interview with Myles Ehrlich: NY Liberty Fan and WNBA Writer
What’s going on, Concrete fam? We're excited for you to listen to this interview with Myles Ehrlich. Myles is one of the best writers covering the WNBA and his passion and enthusiasm for the Liberty in particular is evident in his work. Our conversation was a really interesting one, touching on…
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Thin Ice: Interview with "Islanders Sign Guy" Patrick Dowd
On this special episode of Thin Ice, Matt Batista and Aly Jacoff speak with Patrick “Islanders Sign Guy” Dowd. Patrick dives into his Islanders fandom, how he started to make his famous signs, excitement around the fan experience at the highly anticipated UBS Arena, and much more. You can follow...
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In a NY Minute: Devils, Knicks, and Jets are all Trending Up!
In this edition of In a NY Minute, Matt Batista gives his thoughts on why it's a great time to be a Devils fan (0:19), Ben Diamond declares that the Knicks are back (3:50), and Ben Jacob is dreaming of a potentially potent head coach and quarterback combo for the J-E-T-S (6:43).
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Instant Reaction: Nets beat Knicks 116 - 109 and the James Harden trade
After the first game of the season where the Brooklyn Nets faced off with the New York Knicks, Ben Diamond and Ben Jacob broke down their reaction to the matchup and got into the breaking news of the day: the blockbuster trade of James Harden joining the Nets!
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Thin Ice: Hockey is Back!
Welcome back to Thin Ice for Episode 2. The NHL is back, and Aly Jacoff, Matt Batista, and I set the stage for what is sure to be a crazy season for the Islanders, Devils, and Rangers. We give the latest updates on training camp, last minute roster changes, and make our predictions about the...
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City Gambits: NBA Predictions, Rookie of the Year Picks, Over/Under Win Totals and College Hoops NY Spotlight
The City Gambits themselves, Matt Batista and Max Perkins, return to talk about the vibes in New York and Brooklyn regarding the Knicks and the Nets (0:39), as well as give their picks for NBA Rookie of the Year, including a sleeper they both think is a great investment at the current price...
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In a NY Minute: Mets Optimism, Giants Reflection, and Liberty on the Rise
In this edition of In a NY Minute, Aly Jacoff gives her thoughts on why it's a great time to be a Mets fan (0:24), Max Perkins reflects on what this Giants season tells fans about the direction of the team (3:10), and Matt Batista has a word for NY sports media: put some respect on the Lady…
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NBA Season Preview: New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets
Ben Diamond, Max Perkins, and Ben Jacob break down their thoughts on the upcoming NBA season for the Knicks and the Nets, including their mentality and fans expectations heading into the season (0:28) as well as the offseason moves that both teams made on and off the court (8:04). They speak…
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Instant Reaction: Jets lose 31-28 and The Tank Continues
Ben Jacob and Matt Batista react to the biggest Jets game of the season thus far after the crazy comeback loss to the Raiders. They give their initial thoughts from the game and discuss why this result could very well change the future of the franchise.
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City Gambits: College Basketball is Back and the State of NY Football
On City Gambits, Matt Batista and Max Perkins break down what's relevant in the sports gambling world and mix in their thoughts on the New York sports scene. From their tales of past gambling adventures to their picks of the week, these two will key in on what to look out for on the books and…
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In a NY Minute: Jets Tanking, Nets Future, and Yankees Offseason Wishlist
On Concrete New York’s “In a NY Minute”, we bring you quick takes on the pulse of fandom for our favorite teams, you’ll hear what’s on our minds and have the chance to submit your own thoughts about your squad. For our inaugural episode, Matt Batista discusses the tanking New York Jets, Ben Jacob...
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Thin Ice: Fandom Origin Stories, NHL Bubble Recap, and Offseason Thoughts
Introducing Thin Ice: a hockey podcast about the New York Metro Area teams, hosted by Matt Batista, Aly Jacoff, and Ben Diamond. In this episode, the gang talks about their love for their favorite teams (Devils, Islanders, Rangers), recalls the surprising Islanders performance in the 2020 Bubble,...
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Concrete New York Pod Network Trailer
Our goal to cover the origins of fandom and why it plays such an important part in the lives of so many. Amongst the ever-changing players and coaches, the one constant is you, the sports fan. We’re here to explore what creates those lifelong bonds to these teams, why we stay loyal through the…
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Josh Hyman Interview with Concrete New York
We sat down with stand-up comedian, actor, father, and New York Giants Superfan, Mr. Josh Hyman. Josh shared the story behind his NY sports fandom and his viral Giants song “You Down with JPP” where he performed at Metlife Stadium with Naughty By Nature; during that run, Josh also met Giants...
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At Concrete New York, we explore origins of fandom and examine the past, present, and future of New York sports. We relive the moments that built the foundation for our fandom, discuss the current state of each New York franchise, and break down the future of New York sports.
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