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Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp14: What Are We Doing Here?After a difficult week, the Boston Red Sox fell from 17-15 to 18-18, and then 18-19 (and now 20-19 since recording this episode). This isn’t exactly where you’d expect a playoff caliber team to be in early May. Well, Bennett and Harry feel the exact same way. Exasperated by the lack of urgency from manager Alex Cora and the Front Office, and exhausted by nine losses in one-run games, Bennett and Harry try to dissect what’s going wrong, how the team can get back on track, and they try their best to keep their cool (with limite...2025-05-0947 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp13: Heating UpBennett and Harry get excited this week as the Red Sox heat up. They recap the team's struggles against Seattle, as well as the team's strengths against Cleveland and Toronto. The two break down where the team has improved, particularly Rafael Devers and Ceddanne Rafaela's control of the strike zone, how good it feels to have Brayan Bello back, and how signing Alex Bregman is the gift that keeps on giving. Meanwhile, they can't ignore what's not working, from Tanner Houck's troubling pitch mix to the lack of strength at the top of the bullpen. And in Major League...2025-05-021h 00
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp12: The One Where We Lost The AudioThis week's episode of Not From Boston, unfortunately, suffers from our audio files becoming corrupted. We had to rely on the in-camera audio this week, and I promise, we don't like that either.Otherwise, the episode includes a recap of the past week, where the Red Sox roster is struggling, and where it's doing well. We talk about all things Triston Casas, bullpen woes, and we even indulge the irritating Red Sox Nation debate on whether Trevor Story and Alex Bregman will opt out of their contract at season's end. It's not like it's only April still.2025-04-251h 16
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 11: Panic at the BallparkOn this week's episode of Not From Boston, Bennett and Harry watch the Red Sox beat the Rays 1-0. As it happens, they recap the less-than-stellar week the Red Sox have been having, breaking down the issues surrounding an anemic offense and sloppy defense. Bennett and Harry debate who, if anyone, is to blame for the team's woes, and whether or not it's time to panic, as the internet suggests.NOTE: There were some technical issues with the video recording this week. We apologize and hope to avoid similar issues in the future. This...2025-04-1856 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 10: "F*ck 'Em"For the first time, Harry and Bennett are on camera together! That's right, this is the first proper video podcast episode of Not From Boston!This week, we discuss the new Netflix docuseries The Clubhouse, which followed last year's Red Sox team all season. We break down the show, which players and personalities stand out, and what we were surprised to learn! We also discuss Jarren Duran's heartbreaking struggle with mental health and his attempt on his own life. This opens the door to a longer conversation about manhood, masculinity, and what it means to keep your...2025-04-1151 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 9: TORPEDO!We are officially more than a week into the baseball season, and a LOT has happened! The Red Sox, after starting the season 1-4, seemed to be getting their mojo back right before we recorded this episode. Then yesterday, they all but confirmed that, but we had already recorded this episode, so...Anyway, this week, we talked about what went right for the Red Sox, what went wrong, and what the extensions for Garrett Crochet and Kristian Campbell mean for the future of the team! Then, of course, we had to talk about the torpedo bats and...2025-04-0458 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryBONUS POD: Interview w/ Jonathan D. CohenFriday's episode went long, so here is a BONUS POD! Bennett sat down with author Jonathan D. Cohen, author of the new book Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling. Two talk about how sports gambling became so prevalent in the United States, why it can be harmful, how sports leagues are in on it, and what, if anything, can be done to fix it. Losing Big will be out today, April 1st. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...2025-04-0133 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 8: Baseball is Back, Baby!EDIT: Sorry for the delay, everyone, Bennett didn't mean to upload a podcast episode with no audio. The episode has been reuploaded, hopefully with no issue this time around.It is Opening Weekend, and as a result, we have a BIG episode for you. In fact, this episode was so jam-packed that there is going to be a BONUS POD out on April 1st! Bennett sat down to interview author Jonathan D. Cohen about his new book Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling. It's a great interview, so please keep your eyes peeled for that.2025-03-281h 17
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 7: Considered Asking You to SubscribeOn this week's episode of Not From Boston, Bennett and Harry discuss the recent injuries to the Red Sox rotation and whether the team's depth is enough to weather the storm. Then, two break down the rumor that Masataka Yoshida will be moving to the injured list and the absurd fiction that Rafael Devers thought about maybe one day asking for a trade. And, of course, this week's episode wouldn't be complete without talking about the Big Three, particularly Roman Anthony's 434-foot home run and the 76 coffees story.In wider MLB news, Bennett and Harry discuss the...2025-03-211h 06
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 6: BoBonIn this week's episode of Not From Boston, Bennett and Harry cover the rash of injuries and illness currently affecting the Boston Red Sox, and what the Opening Day roster might look like as a result. The two hosts also discuss the trailer for the upcoming Netflix docuseries The Clubhouse, how players balance playing the game with family life.Afterwards, Bennett and Harry break down news from around the league, including Gerrit Cole's season-ending Tommy John surgery, and the lopsided Mariners' roster. Finally, after talking about New Era's latest hat design SNAFU, the two close out the...2025-03-141h 00
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 5: Cy Young DayThis week, Bennett and Harry cover the latest Red Sox news coming out of Spring Training, how the team is doing in exhibition games, and who may or may not be injured by Opening Day. Then, the hosts cover news from around Major League Baseball, including injuries to the New York Yankees roster, and Commissioner Rob Manfred's decision to consider maybe taking Pete Rose off the Restricted List.But first, Bennett and Harry start the show with a lengthy conversation about the arts, pursuing film and music as careers, and how artists are treated in society today.2025-03-071h 09
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 4: Spring has Sprung!This week, Bennett and Harry catch up as Spring Training begins, and the national media discusses the Red Sox positively.Then, the two talk through the Red Sox 40-man roster, introducing listeners to each player, how they did last year, and what can be expected of them in 2025. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit notfromboston.substack.com2025-02-281h 10
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 3: Who's on Third? I Don't KnowThis week, Bennett and Harry unpacked a busy week of spring training news. First, they discussed the "drama" surrounding Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman and who gets to play third. The two also discussed Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays failing to agree on an extension, Mike Trout moving to right field, and the financial imbalance between Major League teams. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit notfromboston.substack.com2025-02-221h 02
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEp 2: Full Throttle!Bennett and Harry throw away an entire episode they recorded because ALEX BREGMAN SIGNED WITH THE RED SOX!In this last-minute emergency pod, the guys break down the newest signing, how it changes the complexion of the Red Sox roster, and what this means for the season going forward. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit notfromboston.substack.com2025-02-1447 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryEP 1: Introducing Bennett & HarryWelcome to the first episode of Not From Boston! Meet Bennett and Harry, two childhood friends with a couple of things in common: they're both die-hard Red Sox fans, and neither of them are from Boston. They don't even live in Boston now. Join these two as they talk about the Sox, reminisce about their childhood, and whatever else might come up.In this episode, Bennett and Harry introduce themselves to the audience and talk a little about their background growing up together. After reminiscing about the Red Sox of years past, the two dig into the 2025...2025-02-1255 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryWhat is the Red Sox' Biggest Problem?Hi Everyone,I hope you enjoyed my interview with Dr. Palmateer last week. It was a lot of fun to put together, and I hope you found it as illuminating as I did. Today's piece covers the latest reporting about Boston's ongoing communication issue, and what can be done about it. As always, if you have any questions or comments, email them to notfrombostonsubstack@gmail.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit notfromboston.substack.com2025-02-0406 min
Not From Boston with Bennett & HarryMy Interview with Dr. Tess PalmateerHi Everyone,As many of you know, mental health is an issue that is incredibly important to me, recently, I decided to learn more about what teams around Major League Baseball are doing in order to provide better mental health care to their players in 2025. I sat down with the mental health coordinator of the New York Mets, Dr. Tess Palmateer. We covered a lot of ground in our half hour on Zoom, and I’m excited to share our conversation with you now. This is a public episode. If you would like to di...2025-01-3029 min