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Pags' PerspectiveA Rational Look into Pete Alonso Leaving the Mets for BaltimoreReacting to the Mets' all-time home run leader, Pete Alonso, signing a five year, $155m contract with the Baltimore Orioles today. I also delve into why the Mets perhaps chose not to match the contract, why David Stearns needs to be trusted by Mets fans, how this could work out for the Amazin's in the long-term, and where this leaves the Mets moving forward.I will probably be a wanted man in Queens for saying Pete leaving may not be so bad, after all.
2025-12-1012 minPags' PerspectiveDodgers Sign Diaz as the Mets are in ShamblesMy reaction to Edwin Diaz signing with the defending 2x World Series Champion LA Dodgers.
2025-12-0910 min
Pags' PerspectiveMets Trade Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers.My raw reaction to the Mets trading Brandon Nimmo, the longest tenured Met on the current iteration of the team, to the Texas Rangers tonight.
2025-11-2412 minPags' PerspectiveCross Islanders Parkway: Chaos In Dallas Amid Hot Start to SeasonThe Cross Islanders Parkway is back for the 25-26 NHL season, and what a way to come back with a 5-1 road trip so far and the team exceeding expectations that many, including myself, thought were low if not nonexistent. Then a thrilling game in Dallas last night which saw a thrilling finish and tensions boil over, which leads to Islander fans circling the date of the Stars' return to UBS Arena in March on their calendars.Recappin' the road trip thus far as the Isles wrap up the road trip tomorrow night at Detroit.
2025-11-2013 minPags' PerspectiveR.I.P. Larry Brooks - How He Shaped the Islanders' BeatI touch upon last week's tragic passing of longtime New York Rangers NY Post beat writer Larry Brooks, and the impact he left upon the Blueshirts community as well as the New York hockey community.As a lifelong Islander fan and as someone who has shared the press box with several Isles beatwriters, I felt it was my obligation to touch upon how Brooksie shaped the way the Islanders are covered to this very day. It was his advocacy for fairness in hockey coverage that led to the Post covering the Islanders beat today, courtesy of Ethan Sears...
2025-11-1913 min
Harpin' On Rugby471 : Ireland v Australia previewPreview also available on our YouTube channelOur guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGANwww.keegolaughs.comApologies Up Front on Apple PodcastsIRELAND : 15. Mack Hansen 14. Tommy O’Brien 13. Robbie Henshaw 12. Stuart McCloskey 11. James Lowe 10. Sam Prendergast 9. Jamison Gibson-Park 1. Paddy McCarthy 2. Dan Sheehan 3. Tadhg Furlong 4. James Ryan 5. Tadhg Beirne 6. Ryan Baird 7. Caelan Doris (c) 8. Jack Conan 16. Rónan Kelleher 17. Andrew Porter 18. Thomas Clarkson 19. Nick Timoney 20. Cian Prendergast 21. Craig Casey 22. Jack Crowley 23. Bundee AkiAUSTRALIA : 15. Max Jorgensen 14. Filipo Daugunu 13. Joseph-Au...
2025-11-1418 minPags' PerspectiveNYC Will Be Ok, Folks.Zohran Mamdani's victory in the 2024 New York City Mayoral Election was not at all a shocker to anyone who has paid attention to the race, and felt like a formality ever since he beat Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic primary this summer.So many pundits think that's the end of New York City as we know it but really, I think we'll be fine as a city. This may be the start of rough times depending on how Zohran's tenure as Mayor goes, but I've had hope that whoever becomes the new Mayor will do what is best...
2025-11-0617 minPags' PerspectiveWas Game 7 of the 2025 World Series even real?Was Game 7 of the 2025 World Series even real? The scriptwriters cooked so much that it seems almost impossible for it to be as perfect as we got it.Going through Game 7 of the 2025 World Series and what it means for baseball's future, and where this game will rank among the great games of baseball's past. For now, what a way to end a season. Congrats to the Los Angeles Dodgers on a job well done... again.Intro: Tantric - Down & OutJolly Olive Video Referenced: https://youtu.be/YxgT1Lb3y5w?si=7AgshNLSfGua14...
2025-11-0216 minPags' PerspectiveBlue Jays, Win it All for Donnie Baseball.For the first time since 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays are in the World Series and New York baseball fans like myself are rooting for Don Mattingly’s Blue Jays in this one, hoping that as the Jays bench coach, that he will win the World Series ring that alluded him in the Bronx. I also reflect on the fact that 10 years ago today, I saw the Mets make their only World Series in my lifetime thus far and hope that they can get back there sooner than later. Intro: Tantric - Down And Out Da...
2025-10-2213 min
The Flock RundownRavens Release C.J. Gardner-Johnson & Pagano Reveals Wiggins' Bold RequestIn this episode of The Flock Rundown, we react to the Ravens releasing C.J. Gardner-Johnson and what this move means for the defense moving forward. We also hear from former Ravens head coach Chuck Pagano, who revealed that rookie corner Nate Wiggins personally requested to shadow Davante Adams last Sunday — proving he's already playing like a true No. 1 corner. Plus, offensive line coach George Warhop shares why he's still confident in this O-line group despite their recent struggles. We wrap up by breaking down how wide open the AFC remains and why the Ravens still have a real ch...
2025-10-1513 min
Culinary Confidential with Christina CatesShaina Nestor (ft. Lucas A. Ferrara & Ryan Pagano)This week on Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates celebrates a huge milestone in the finale of season one. We're celebrating ONE YEAR of pulling back the curtain on the culinary world! Sharing the unforgettable stories, voices, and flavors that have shaped our dining experiences today. From luxury dining to behind-the-scenes grit, Christina has brought heart, humor, and insight to all 52 episodes thus far! Christina welcomes back powerhouse guest Shaina Nestor, Regional Director of Gibsons Restaurant Group in Chicago, IL. With prior executive roles at Darden, The Palm, The Russian Tea Room, and Tavern on the Green, Shaina brings...
2025-09-2249 min
One Wyoming Podcast with Ryan ThorburnOne Wyoming Podcast with Ryan Thorburn Episode 62 - Ryan and Kevin Talk Colorado Contest and Former Cowboy and Longtime NFL Coach Chuck Pagano JoinsOne Wyoming Podcast with Ryan Thorburn Episode 62 - Ryan and Kevin Talk Colorado Contest and Former Cowboy and Longtime NFL Coach Chuck Pagano Joins
2025-09-1933 minPags' PerspectiveLIRR Strike Averted… For Now…Today’s breaking news of the Long Island Rail Road averting what could’ve been their first strike in decades, set to go into effect Thursday morning.
2025-09-1604 minPags' PerspectiveLIRR On Strike Soon? And Updates on Charlie Kirk's AssassinationUpdates on the assassination of a man I've shared the same airwaves as, Charlie Kirk, as well as my thoughts on what could soon be the first Long Island Rail Road strike in nearly 40 years.Intro: Toto - Hold The Line
2025-09-1315 minPags' PerspectiveThoughts On The Tragic Death of Charlie KirkMy thoughts on the assassination of political commentator and founder of Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk, in Utah earlier today.
2025-09-1110 min
OneLegUpAlex SportsTerminello's Take on Alonso 253 Featuring Ryan Pagano 8-15-25 (recorded 8-12-25)Terminello's Take on Alonso 253 Featuring Ryan Pagano 8-15-25 (recorded 8-12-25)
2025-08-1530 minPags' PerspectiveTalkin' All Star Game with Alex Garrett on One Leg Up!Hours before tonight's MLB All Star Game in Atlanta, I sat down with THE Alex Garrett on his One Leg Up Network to preview the Midsummer Classic as well as recap the first half of the MLB season for the Mets and Yanks!Help Alex on the road to 50k downloads: www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-leg-up-with-alex-garrett--1101162Original Episode of OneLegUp: www.spreaker.com/episode/onelegupalex-previews-mlb-all-star-game-with-pags-perspective-host-ryan-pagano-7-15-25--66989495Intro/Outro: Drake - NOKIA (Instrumental)
2025-07-1523 minOneLegUpAlex SportsOneLegUpAlex Talks MLB All Star Game With Pags Perspective Host Ryan Pagano 7-15-25OneLegUpAlex Previews MLB All Star Game With Pags Perspective Host Ryan Pagano 7-15-25You can find Pags Perspective's episodes HERE: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pags-perspective--6149401
2025-07-1520 min
OneLegUpAlex GarrettOneLegUpAlex Previews MLB All Star Game With Pags Perspective Host Ryan Pagano 7-15-25OneLegUpAlex Previews MLB All Star Game With Pags Perspective Host Ryan Pagano 7-15-25You can find Pags Perspective's episodes HERE: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pags-perspective--6149401
2025-07-1520 minOneLegUpAlex GarrettOneLegUpAlex Previews MLB All Star Game With Pags Perspective Host Ryan Pagano 7-15-25OneLegUpAlex Previews MLB All Star Game With Pags Perspective Host Ryan Pagano 7-15-25You can find Pags Perspective's episodes HERE: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pags-perspective--6149401
2025-07-1520 minPags' PerspectiveMLB All Star Voting has become a joke and a halfSounding off on this year’s MLB All Star voting, particularly a questionable All Star reserve pick over some guys who definitely deserve to be there more. I mean it is a glorified popularity contest after all…
2025-07-1211 minPags' PerspectivePags’ Food Reviews: McDonald’s Snack WrapsSo McDonald’s snack wraps are back for the first time in a decade, and this “foodie” got his hands on both. How does he feel about trying the snack wraps for the first time and are they worth the wait?
2025-07-1111 minPags' PerspectiveBig Brother 27 Premiere Tonight - My Predictions & Thoughts for the SeasonBig Brother 27 premieres tonight, so time for me to give my predictions and thoughts on the upcoming season of one of my favorite reality TV shows!
2025-07-1011 minPags' PerspectiveBreaking: Knicks Finally Get a New Bench Boss!Reacting to the hiring of former Cavs, Lakers, and Kings Head Coach Mike Brown as the 32nd Head Coach of the New York Knicks, as well as the Jordan Clarkson signing and some rumors circulating around who the team may target next.
2025-07-0208 minPags' PerspectiveCross Islanders Parkway: No Schaegens, Romanov Returns, and Baby Isles to Hamilton?A ton happening on this last day of June in Isles Country, with the NHL Draft in the books this weekend, the Isles starting Development Camp for their prospects today, plus defenseman Alex Romanov returns and rumors swirl about a potential Bridgeport Islanders move to Hamilton for the 2026-27 season. A lot of road to drive down today on the Cross Islanders Parkway.
2025-06-3013 minPags' PerspectiveInstant Reaction to the Noah Dobson Canadiens TradeMy reaction to the Isles trading defenseman Noah Dobson to the Canadiens ahead of Draft Night 2025, where the Isles hold the first overall pick.
2025-06-2704 min
PROGRESS with PaganoPhilly Food & Sports: Unfiltered Takes with South Philly Legend 'Snuff' 🍕🏈Join us for an electrifying conversation with South Philly native and social media sensation, "Snuff"! Snuff shares his powerful personal journey: celebrating 8+ years of sobriety, his transition to full-time content creation, and opening his new steak shop in South Philly.In this action-packed Progress Podcast episode, host Alex Pagano and Snuff go head-to-head on the hottest Philly topics, challenging online lists and sharing his definitive local insights:Philly Food Debates: Snuff's unfiltered opinions on Reddit's "Top 5 Pizza Spots" (Pizzeria Vetri should be #1!) and OpenTable's "Top 5 Italian Restaurants" (he's not holding back on Maggiano's!)....
2025-06-2545 minPags' PerspectiveHof-PocrisyI call out my alma matter, Hofstra University, on their decision last week to use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated video to introduce a new logo for their Athletics department, when the university has been very publicly against the use of AI in their academic work.
2025-06-1913 minPags' PerspectiveOde To The 24-25 KnicksWith the Knicks season ending last night in Indiana, I reflect on their most successful season in my lifetime thus far, being able to enjoy that playoff run with some great people along the way. Also, ripping off the band-aid that is the question of what the Knicks do this offseason to get themselves a step further next season.Intro: Morgan Wallen - '98 Braves@SleeperKnicks X thread I was referring to in this episode: https://x.com/SleeperKnicks/status/1929017870400274637
2025-06-0111 minPags' PerspectiveCross Islanders Parkway: Takeaways from Mathieu Darche's Introductory Press ConferenceI discuss Mathieu Darche's introductory press conference with the New York Islanders yesterday, and the key takeaways from that, as well as recapping recent Isles news, and looking ahead to the offseason and 2025 NHL Draft.The return of the Cross Islanders Parkway is here, talkin' Isles all offseason!Intro: NEIKED - Better Days (ft. Polo G)
2025-05-3114 min
Harpin' On Rugby438 : Leinster v Scarlets previewPreview also available on our YouTube channelOur guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGANwww.keegolaughs.comApologies Up Front on Apple PodcastsLEINSTER : 15. Hugo Keenan 14. Jimmy O’Brien 13. Jamie Osborne 12. Jordie Barrett 11. James Lowe 10. Sam Prendergast 9. Jamison Gibson-Park1. Andrew Porter 2. Rónan Kelleher 3. Thomas Clarkson 4. Joe McCarthy 5. James Ryan 6. Ryan Baird 7. Josh van der Flier 8. Jack Conan (c)16. Dan Sheehan 17. Jack Boyle 18. Rabah Slimani 19. RG Snyman 20. Max Deegan 21. Scott Penny 22. Luke McGrath 23. Ciarán FrawleySQUAD UPDATE SINCE RECORDING“Ringr...
2025-05-3017 minPags' PerspectiveThe Big 5-0! Knicks Game 4 Tonight & Collab with OneLegUpAlex This Memorial DayCelebrating my 50th episode of Pags' Perspective tonight! Previewing Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals tonight between the Knicks and Pacers, and collabing with Alex Garrett's One Leg Up Network this Memorial Day discussing the beautiful tribute the Mets put on during yesterday's Military Appreciation festivities.Link to the full collab on One Leg Up: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-reminder-veterans-have-had-the-ultimate-one-leg-up-for-america-this-memorial-day-week-5-27-25--66301039
2025-05-2822 minPags' PerspectiveIslanders hire Mathieu Darche as GM: My ThoughtsEarlier today, the Isles hired Lightning Assistant GM Mathieu Darche to become their next GM and VP of Hockey Operations. My thoughts on the hire and what this means for the future of the Islanders franchise.
2025-05-2408 minPags' PerspectiveMassapequa's own Fairfield Elementary turned 100 this week!Earlier this week, Fairfield Elementary School in Massapequa, NY turned 100 years old, first opening back in 1925. Class of 2014 graduate Ryan Pagano discusses this news and his experience as a Fairfield student from 2007 to 2014.
2025-05-2306 minPags' PerspectiveStrike Over: NJ Transit and their Engineers agree to dealPutting a bow on these past three Pags' Perspective's, NJ Transit and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen have agreed to a new deal, ending NJT's first strike since 1983. My reaction on tonight's episode.
2025-05-2004 minPags' PerspectiveIt's Official. NJ Transit Engineers On StrikeFollowing up on yesterday's Pags' Perspective, I discuss NJ Transit engineers walking off the job at 12:01am this morning, and holding the pickett lines for the first time in over 40 years.Intro: Toto - Hold The LineAll thoughts and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely my own.
2025-05-1607 minPags' PerspectiveChaos in New Jersey: NJ Transit Strike Looming, Newark ATC issues, and the Newark Mayor arrested...On this edition of Pags' Perspective, I break down the chaos taking place in New Jersey with the potential NJ Transit strike, which would be the first in nearly 40 years if the transit agency and Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers cannot reach an agreement by midnight tonight, May 16th, 2025.I also talk about the recent issues affecting Newark Liberty International Airport and its airspace, the responses from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and the FAA regarding this, as well as Newark Mayor Ras Baraka being arrested at an ICE Detention Facility last week.Intro: Origami Angel - Thank...
2025-05-1619 minPags' PerspectiveIslanders win the 2025 Draft Lottery: My thoughtsMy thoughts on the New York Islanders winning the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, their first number one pick since drafting John Tavares in that spot 16 years ago.There's no doubt that this will be a day changing the trajectory of the Islanders franchise, with a future very uncertain as Hockey Hall of Famer Lou Lamoriello was let go from his duties as President of Hockey Ops/General Manager just weeks ago. It becomes all the more brighter as the countdown now begins for the 2025 NHL Draft in Los Angeles. And to think I was setting the stage for this...
2025-05-0604 minPags' PerspectiveLast night's STL-WPG Game 7 really brought back Nassau Coliseum vibes, 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, and more...A Monday hockey edition of Pags' Perspective, a day after the incredible Game 7 finish between the St. Louis Blues and Winnipeg Jets, which really reminded me of Islanders playoff games at the Nassau Coliseum. Speaking of the Islanders, they hope to win the 1st pick at tonight's NHL Draft Lottery in New Jersey with 3.5% odds, as well as some more Islanders news behind the scenes.
2025-05-0510 minPags' PerspectiveBREAKING: Lou Lamoriello OUT as Isles President/GMThis afternoon, the New York Islanders announced they will not be renewing the contract of President/GM Lou Lamoriello, after 7 seasons with the franchise which saw 5 playoff appearances and near-back to back Stanley Cup Finals appearances, arguably the franchise’s most successful stretch post-Dynasty. My reaction to the move as well as what could come next for Isles Nation.
2025-04-2208 min