Monument Pod: A New York Yankees Podcast

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For fans of the New York Yankees.

2d ago

June Swoon Redux

Anthony and Dave dissect a disastrous, soul-crushing four-game sweep at Fenway Park, debating whether this sudden wake-up call officially inserts the Red Sox back into the wild-card conversation. The guys vent their frustrations over a stagnant, strikeout-heavy offense that looked toothless over the weekend, leaving the pitching staff with zero margin for error. Anthony and Dave react to Aaron Boone’s increasingly defensive, "villainous" post-game quotes and wonder if the manager is finally losing his grip on reality as the losses mount. The fellas wrap up the show by projecting what to expect from the rotation and bullpen moving forward as Brian Cashman faces immense pressure to fix the roster before the deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 13m
Jun 23

The NutShot Heard Round the Bronx

Anthony and Dave break down the Yankees’ strong 10-game stretch, analyzing how the team has managed to dodge their historical June struggles by leaning on their veterans and starting rotation. With Trent Grisham joining the injury list, the guys discuss what the outfield depth chart looks like moving forward and how Aaron Boone plans to keep the lineup clicking. The fellas take a bird's-eye view of the American League landscape, sizing up the competition and mapping out where the Yankees truly stand in the postseason hunt. The conversation gets painful as Anthony and Dave react to Jazz Chisholm Jr. exiting the White Sox game after a foul ball bounced directly into his jewels, before shifting gears to share their excitement for the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 4m
Jun 11

Ohhh Captain, Ohhh Noo Captain

Anthony and Dave react to the devastating news of Aaron Judge’s right-rib stress fracture and debate if this 2026 lineup has enough horsepower to survive an absence that could stretch into August. The guys look at who needs to shoulder the load in the Bronx. The conversation shifts to the pitching staff as Gerrit Cole makes his highly anticipated return to the rotation, giving the Yankees a massive emotional and statistical lift. The fellas fawn over the absolute dominance of Cam Schlittler alongside the incredibly steady, under-the-radar presence of Will Warren anchoring the middle of the rotation. Anthony and Dave wrap up the episode by projecting the bullpen hierarchy, looking at the heavy usage to map out what this relief staff will look like when the games matter most in October. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 9m
May 27

Subpar Subway Series

Anthony and Dave dissect the latest late-inning bullpen meltdowns against the Mets, forcing an urgent debate over who actually belongs in the "Circle of Trust." The guys turn their attention to the hard-fought Toronto series, tracking the lineup's production and grading the offense's ability to manufacture runs against a tough Blue Jays pitching staff. Panic or Can It?: The fellas play another round of their signature game, separating genuine concerns from minor, mid-May blips on the radar. With Gerrit Cole’s rehab assignment winding down, the hosts break down the major roster crunch looming in the Bronx and who gets the boot when the reigning Cy Young winner reclaims his throne. The episode wraps on a lighter note as Dave checks in with updates of his adventures down in Nashville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 14m
May 15

Panic or Can It?

Anthony and Dave break down a difficult stretch for the Bronx Bombers, dissecting the rough weekend in Milwaukee and the series loss to the Orioles that has fans questioning the team’s momentum. The guys discuss the mounting concern surrounding Max Fried’s health and what Anthony Volpe’s official return from Scranton means for the lineup’s spark. With recent late-inning struggles, the fellas debate which arms in the bullpen they actually trust when the game is on the line. Panic or Can It?: The hosts play a high-stakes game of "Panic or Can It," deciding which recent team trends are genuine causes for alarm and which are just mid-May blips on the radar. The episode wraps with a deep dive into the upcoming clash with the Mets, highlighting the key matchups and storylines as the crosstown rivalry takes center stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 9m
May 15

Monument Pod in Conversation: Heidi Watney

Anthony from the Monument Pod and Brian from Home Run Applesauce are joined by Apple TV+'s Heidi Watney to preview tonight's Game 1 of the Subway Series. Follow Heidi on Instagram and Twitter @HeidiWatney, and thanks as always for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

36 min
May 11

The Voice of the Yankees

Anthony and Dave break down the absolute clinic the Yankees just put on, sweeping the Orioles and securing a home series win against the Rangers. The guys discuss the surprising decision to option Anthony Volpe to Triple-A following his rehab assignment and what the arrival of Spencer Jones—replacing an injured Jasson Domínguez—means for the outfield depth. The episode turns heartfelt as Anthony and Dave pay tribute to the legendary John Sterling after his passing this week. The fellas share their favorite "Sterling-isms" and recount the signature calls that defined their lives as fans, reflecting on how the broadcast booth will never sound quite the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 26m
May 3

May the 4th (Starter) Be With You

Anthony and Dave break down the Yankees' recent tear, including a satisfying sweep in Boston and series wins against the Astros and Rangers. The guys fawn over the dominant starting rotation and highlight rookie Cam Schlittler, who has been the early season’s biggest revelation. The conversation shifts to the impending return of Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón and how their presence will reshape an already elite rotation. The fellas discuss the massive shake-up in the AL East following the Red Sox’s decision to fire Alex Cora and most of his staff. Producer Brian joins the show to share the agony of being a Mets fan, as the guys track the struggles of former Yankees who defected to the team across town. With Carlos Mendoza on the hot seat, Anthony, Brian, and Dave discuss potential fits for the Mets' dugout and other looming managerial changes around MLB. The hosts dive into recent Yankees moves, including Luis Gil’s demotion, George Lombard’s promotion to Scranton, the impact of Giancarlo Stanton’s move to the IL and the return of SS Anthony Volpe. The episode wraps with a look at Star Wars Weekend at Yankee Stadium and all the themed food and merchandise hitting the Bronx. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Great job

01/01/2020

reillymike1990

Thanks for getting me through the offseason! Great stuff!
Annoying

08/15/2023

South Bend Mike

Tried to listen but got so annoyed; hard to understand them at time as they “chat” with each other; very unprofessional. Worse was use of the word “like” almost every other word.
Should change the name to 2 morons with a podcast

07/07/2022

prodigy1492

I question if these idiots even watch the games
Audio Quality

04/11/2022

jdig

SB Nation needs to invest in better audio equipment for these guys.