MP on the Mic

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MP on the Mic

Award-winning journalist Michael Phillips interviews his friends from all over the sports world. With expert analysis of the Washington Commanders and Virginia College Sports.

  1. 500

    Wednesday, May 13 (Broadway and Hokies football)

    MP has a short show as we get ready for day baseball with the Squirrels. He closes with a closer look at the upcoming Hokies football season, and we welcome in Nico Ochoa from the Broadway in Richmond series.

  2. 499

    Tuesday, May 12 (Tech baseball and softball)

    Virginia Tech won't be hosting a softball regional this weekend. Plus, does MP need to learn about the Wizards? He considers.

  3. 498

    Monday, May 11 (Ping pong balls)

    MP relives the magic moment that got the Wiz to No. 1. Plus, lots of schedule release thoughts, the Squirrels make SportsCenter, and everything else from the world of sports this weekend.

  4. 497

    Friday, May 8 (Taylor Heinicke appreciation)

    Plus, break up the Squirrels! And Parney and Gary Hess drop by as we have a rare two-producer show.

  5. 496

    Wednesday, May 6 (Bit season)

    Bit season rolls on, with a Flying Squirrels marriage?

  6. 495

    Tuesday, May 5 (Cowboys and Eagles)

    Eagles star Cooper DeJean is dating a Cowboys cheerleader. Is that OK? Rich Herrera and Trey Wilson drop by, and Kay Adams says the Commanders can have a top-5 defense.

  7. 494

    Monday, May 4 (Banana Ball)

    MP enjoys his time at novelty baseball. Plus, it is absolutely bit season at 910 The Fan.

  8. 493

    Friday, May 1 (Which titles count?)

    MP welcomes Gary Hess, then we discuss whether Pittsburgh has won a title because its minor-league soccer franchise has. George drops by with Kentucky Derby picks, and we revisit the best of the week on a Friday Fun show.

  9. 492

    Wednesday, April 29 (Tourney expansion)

    The NCAA tourney is expanding and MP hates it. After 15 minutes of that, it's a big day for local news, including an AI video made by the city.

  10. 491

    Tuesday, April 28 (The playlist)

    Another twist in the Russini-Vrabel saga. Plus, Rich Herrera and Trey Wilson drop by.

  11. 490

    Monday, April 27 (Draft review)

    MP loves the Commanders draft and is ready for the season. Plus, a sub 2-hour marathon is a really big deal.

  12. 489

    Friday, April 24 (The pick is in)

    MP is a big fan of the Sonny Styles pick and breaks down what it means for Dan Quinn and the team going forward. Plus, more on the Russini-Vrabel story as usual, and Pittsburgh gets pantsed on its own draft night.

  13. 488

    Thursday, April 23 (Draft Day!)

    Parney joins us from Pittsburgh, as well as Lane Casadonte from Richmond. The Squirrels finally lose, and we check in on the NFL Draft.

  14. 487

    Wednesday, April 22 (Anthems, Mets and the Wiz)

    The Peppas have a new anthem, our resident Mets fan is despondent, we get you ready for the NFL draft, and the show ends with Alan Mingo Jr. of "The Wiz" dropping by for a chat.

  15. 486

    Tuesday, April 21 (Draft preview)

    Looking ahead to the NFL draft, plus the Squirrels return home, and why can't the Commanders have a good kicker?

  16. 485

    Monday, April 20 (Dexter Lawrence)

    The Giants shake up draft week with a big trade, the Squirrels head home with a 12-2 record, and Spirit airlines is reportedly going under.

  17. 484

    Friday, April 17 (Friday Fun)

    Alas, the Squirrels have finally lost. And MP wraps up a week of uniform talk. Plus, more on Ovi's press conference.

  18. 483

    Thursday, April 16 (Cally Logan)

    Award winning author Cally Logan joins the show to talk about her latest book, The Wallflower that Bloomed: Finding Your Place at the Lunch Table of Life, and how important it is to stand on your own throughout all of the peer pressures of the world. This book inspires all ages to live their truth and calling. Logan also talks sports takes and her favorite teams!

  19. 482

    Thursday, April 16 (Madelyn Frentress)

    The WRIC Channel 8 sports anchor joins the show to talk about her time in Richmond, local sports, and everything else going on. Plus, Parney joins by phone as the Squirrels remain undefeated.

  20. 481

    Wednesday, April 15 (New uniforms)

    MP does live radio off a uniform unveil. Plus, big baseball updates, the latest on Dianna Russini, and Zach Joachim swings by.

  21. 480

    Tuesday, April 14 (You wouldn't ask a man that)

    MP goes over a rough night at the WNBA draft, then we take a trip to Conspiracy Corner to discuss healthy frozen yogurt.

  22. 479

    Monday, April 13 (Squirrels sweep!)

    The Richmond Flying Squirrels have the greatest home-field advantage in the history of sports. Plus, MP thinks Ovi will play another year.

  23. 478

    Monday, April 13 (Commanders draft preview)

    MP looks at the options available and concludes that there are very few things the Commanders could do that he would disapprove of.

  24. 477

    Friday, April 10 (The Squirrels are never losing again)

    Richmond's baseball team is now 3-0 all-time at CarMax Park, which MP believes is a sustainable trend and not a small sample size. Plus, we revisit some of our favorite moments of the week, and Parney swings by to discuss opening night.

  25. 476

    Thursday, April 9 (More Squirrels fun)

    MP welcomes in Megan and Gary Hess for some Thursday fun as we continue opening week! Plus, MP recaps his Mexico trip.

  26. 475

    Wednesday, April 8 (CarMax Park recap)

    MP and crew revisits the first night at CarMax Park. Plus, the Dianna Russini drama, and Alex Ovechkin speaks about his future.

  27. 474

    Monday, April 6 (We're back!)

    MP starts with women's hoops, then has thoughts on Jalen Hurts and the Eagles before moving to VCU basketball. Lots to catch up on and we're one day away from CarMax Park!

  28. 473

    Friday, March 27 (Special delivery)

    MP talks hoops and Will Wade before a look at the Commanders' upcoming big announcement they teased yesterday. Plus, it's the last show until April 6, when we'll be one day from CarMax Park.

  29. 472

    Thursday, March 26 (Will Wade)

    MP can't believe the character arc Will Wade has run. Plus, Parney and Megan chat CarMax Park.

  30. 471

    Wednesday, March 25 (Zach Joachim

    Zach shares the story of his $150 belt, and we preview the VCU offseason and relive great moments from their postseason run.

  31. 470

    Wednesday, March 25 (Hubert Davis, Tyler Jordan Wesley)

    What in the world is going on at UNC? Plus, MP is a big fan of the new A-10 commissioner, who sees things the same way regarding the conference men's basketball tournament. Plus, Tyler Jordan Wesley joins from "The Outsiders."

  32. 469

    Tuesday, March 24 (CarMax Park)

    MP and Hazel took a trip to Richmond's new baseball stadium, and break it down. Plus, UVA women's basketball scores a historic win.

  33. 468

    Monday, March 23 (VCU appreciation day)

    MP breaks down all the tournament action and gives his appreciation to VCU for an outstanding season. Plus, why is Jayden Daniels playing flag football?

  34. 467

    Rams Review: VCU Takes Down the Tar Heels!

    AWadd and MP Host a special Rams Review after the biggest comeback in the first round of NCAA Tournament History! Terrene Hill goes for a career high 34 including the game winner in OT and the shot that forced OT. Listen to the two hosts and a few guests as they break down what went down on a magical Thursday night in South Carolina!

  35. 466

    Thursday, March 19 (VCU gameday)

    MP gets you ready for the Rams and the Tar Heels with special guest Robby Robinson, plus a look at the day's other games.

  36. 465

    Wednesday, March 18 (World Baseball Classic)

    There's bracket talk too, and Zach Joachim joins, but this is MP's show and he's gonna talk baseball.

  37. 464

    Tuesday, March 17 (French onion dip)

    MP and Hazel take a trip to Conspiracy Corner. Plus, Ryan Odom is slowly turning into Tony Bennett, and we've got a St. Patrick's Day rules breakdown with Rich Herrera.

  38. 463

    Monday, March 16 (We have a bracket!)

    MP gives his initial breakdown as VCU is already a trendy upset pick nationally. Plus, World Baseball Classic shenanigans, Denny Hamlin wins and the WNBA labor dispute.

  39. 462

    Friday, March 13 (A-10 whiskey)

    MP is live from Pittsburgh and joined by special guests Lane Casadonte, AWadd, George Templeton and Robby Robinson as we get the basketball day started.

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    Thursday, March 12 (Free agency breakdown)

    MP notes how quiet the Commanders front office was during legal tampering, then breaks down a roster that he believes will give Dan Quinn a fair evaluation year.

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    Wednesday, March 11 (Pre-Thanksgiving football)

    MP is not going to let the NFL bury their news. Plus, curling makes an unexpected re-emergence on the show as it bumps the A-10 basketball opening game from TV.

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    Tuesday, March 10 (NFL free agency)

    MP says the Commanders finished in second place a lot yesterday, and recaps the other news stories of the day.

  43. 458

    Monday, March 9 (Conference tourney brackets)

    MP is ready for some great hoops action this week and breaks down the A-10 and ACC brackets. Plus, St. Bonnies makes a big move, UR keeps Mooney, and NFL free agency begins on Wednesday.

  44. 457

    Friday, March 6 (VCU-Dayton)

    MP gets you ready for a big weekend of hoops, and pays tribute to a Caps legend who was traded on Thursday night.

  45. 456

    Thursday, March 5 (Commanders free agency)

    We're talking Commanders free agency, and welcoming in Gary Hess, Megan and Parney for some fun.

  46. 455

    Tuesday, March 3 (VCU game night)

    VCU plays George Mason and Robby Robinson swings by to get us ready. Plus, Keith Howland of The Players, and NFL franchise tag mania.

  47. 454

    Monday, March 2 (VCU's big week ahead)

    MP sets the bracket picture as we enter March. Plus, a judge has halted the high school basketball playoffs in Tidewater. And, more fun with Jerry Jones.

  48. 453

    Friday, Feb. 27 (Tyler Biadasz cut)

    A stunning move shows once again that nobody knows anything when it comes to the NFL. Plus, getting you ready for a big weekend of hoops.

  49. 452

    Thursday, Feb. 26 (VCU-Squirrels-Richmond beef)

    Controversy continues to swirl around CarMax Park. Plus, Gary Hess and Parney join.

  50. 451

    Wednesday, Feb. 25 (Flingo the Flamingo)

    MP eyes his next job, and special guest Shawn Fenner relives the glory of USA Hockey's gold.

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Award-winning journalist Michael Phillips interviews his friends from all over the sports world. With expert analysis of the Washington Commanders and Virginia College Sports.

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