The Al Galdi Podcast

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Longtime Washington, D.C. sports personality Al Galdi takes an in-depth look at D.C.-area sports every weekday, giving hard-hitting analysis on - and having some fun with - the Commanders, Nationals, Orioles, Capitals, Wizards, Terrapins, Hoyas and more.

  1. Episode 1,224: Washington Commanders sign quarterback Jeff Driskel and place three more players on IR and more

    23H AGO

    Episode 1,224: Washington Commanders sign quarterback Jeff Driskel and place three more players on IR and more

    Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's initial report for the game against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas (including multiple players being placed on the Reserve/Injured List) and analysis of the Commanders signing quarterback Jeff Driskel off the Arizona Cardinals' practice squad, including whether he might start over Josh Johnson if Marcus Mariota is too injured to play against the Cowboys and what the signing of Driskel says about how the Commanders feel about practice-squad quarterback Sam Hartman   Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: conversation about right guard Samuel Cosmi off his season ending via being placed on the Reserve/Injured List, the return of Andrew Wylie to being the team's starting right guard and the Commanders' massive injury problem in the 2025 season   Segment 4 - College Basketball: reaction to Georgetown's 97-67 win over Coppin State in a game for which Hoyas head coach Ed Cooley was suspended and thoughts on No. 21 Virginia's 95-51 win over American   Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service   Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    51 min
  2. Episode 1,223: Washington Commanders brawl with Philadelphia Eagles in 29-18 loss to fall to 4-11 and more

    2D AGO

    Episode 1,223: Washington Commanders brawl with Philadelphia Eagles in 29-18 loss to fall to 4-11 and more

    Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: why it is time for the team's 2025 season to end, review of the injuries incurred by the Commanders in their 29-18 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, analysis of quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Josh Johnson and the defense in the loss to the Eagles and more   Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: discussion of the brawl between the Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles in the Commanders' 29-18 loss to the Eagles, including a rant against the complaining about the Eagles going for two late in the game and a look at head coach Dan Quinn's conservative decisions   Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: examination of the positives in the 29-18 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, including the rushing offense, receivers Terry McLaurin and Treylon Burks and linebackers Bobby Wagner and Jordan Magee   Segment 5 - James Madison Football: thoughts on No. 12-seeded JMU's 51-34 loss at No. 5 seeded Oregon in the first round of the College Football Playoff, including whether a Group of Six team like JMU should have been in the playoff   Segment 6 - Washington Nationals: conversation about the significance of the Nats' hiring of Ani Kilambi as general manager off his introductory press conference   Segment 7 - Baltimore Orioles: deep dive on the O's trading four prospects and a draft pick to the Tampa Bay Rays for starting pitcher Shane Baz   Segment 8 - College Basketball: reaction to Georgetown suspending head coach Ed Cooley for a game and to Georgetown's 80-77 loss to Xavier, Maryland's 80-72 loss at No. 23 Virginia and Virginia Tech's 82-81 overtime win over Elon   Segment 9 - Washington Capitals: breakdowns of a 5-2 loss to the Detroit Red Wings and a 3-2 overtime loss at the Detroit Red Wings   Segment 10 - Washington Wizards: takeaways from a 130-122 win at the Memphis Grizzlies and a 124-113 loss to the San Antonio Spurs   The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you   Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service   Whatever your dermatological needs, contact Dr. George Verghese at MidAtlanticSkin.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 36m
  3. Episode 1,222: previews of Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles and of JMU at Oregon in CFP and more

    4D AGO

    Episode 1,222: previews of Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles and of JMU at Oregon in CFP and more

    Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the final injury reports for the team's game against the Philadelphia Eagles and discussion of left tackle Laremy Tunsil, tackle/guard Brandon Coleman, running backs Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Jacory Croskey-Merritt and edge defender Drake Jackson off comments from head coach Dan Quinn   Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: Rhyming Keys for the team in its game against the Philadelphia Eagles to play well but lose (Operation Lose Out 2.0!) and a prediction for the game   Segment 4 - Guest: Jack Fitzpatrick, co-host of The JMU Sports News Podcast and co-creator of the very popular X account @JMUSportsNews, on No. 12-seeded James Madison at No. 5-seeded Oregon in the first round of the College Football Playoff, including the amazing rise of JMU, its unique head-coaching situation and whether JMU's long-term future might be in a Power 4 conference   Segment 5 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 4-0 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs   Segment 6 - Washington Wizards: thoughts on a 119-94 loss at the San Antonio Spurs   Download Cash App and use the exclusive referral code SECURE10. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you   Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 11m
  4. Episode 1,221: conversation with Barry Svrluga on Washington Commanders' shutdown of Jayden Daniels and more

    5D AGO

    Episode 1,221: conversation with Barry Svrluga on Washington Commanders' shutdown of Jayden Daniels and more

    Segment 1 - Show open, reaction to the Washington Nationals reportedly hiring Philadelphia Phillies assistant general manager Ani Kilambi as general manager and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's latest injury report for the game against the Philadelphia Eagles and discussion of comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on the Commanders shutting down quarterback Jayden Daniels for the rest of the 2025 season, why tight end Ben Sinnott in the 29-21 win at the New York Giants got just one target, the lack of targets for running backs Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Chris Rodriguez Jr., who called the play that resulted in receiver Terry McLaurin's 51-yard touchdown reception in the win at the Giants and more   Segment 3 - Guest: Barry Svrluga, columnist for The Washington Post, on the questions raised by the Washington Commanders' shutdown of quarterback Jayden Daniels for the rest of the 2025 season, why the shutdown is happening, who exactly decided on the shutdown, why the Commanders are having such a disappointing 2025 season, the state of Washington Nationals baseball operations and more   Segment 4 - Georgetown Basketball: analysis of a 78-69 upset win at Marquette   Segment 5 - Old Dominion Football: thoughts on ODU's 24-10 win over South Florida in the StaffDNA Cure Bowl to conclude a 2025 season in which the Monarchs went 10-3 overall   Download Cash App and use the exclusive referral code SECURE10. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    58 min
  5. Episode 1,220: Jayden Daniels addresses being shut down, Dan Quinn adds further context on shutdown and more

    6D AGO

    Episode 1,220: Jayden Daniels addresses being shut down, Dan Quinn adds further context on shutdown and more

    Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: discussion of comments from head coach Dan Quinn and quarterback Jayden Daniels on the team shutting down Daniels for the rest of the 2025 season   Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's initial injury report for the game against the Philadelphia Eagles, reaction to the Commanders placing receiver Noah Brown on the Reserve/Injured List for the third time over his two seasons with the team, conversation about Dan Quinn-head-coached teams not quitting on him and more   Segment 4 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 5-0 loss at the Minnesota Wild   Download Cash App and use the exclusive referral code SECURE10. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    51 min
  6. Episode 1,219: Washington Commanders shut down Jayden Daniels for rest of 2025 season and more

    DEC 16

    Episode 1,219: Washington Commanders shut down Jayden Daniels for rest of 2025 season and more

    Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the team shutting down quarterback Jayden Daniels for the rest of the 2025 season, including the complicated issue of his durability, who exactly made the decision to shut down Daniels and the opportunity for QB2 and unrestricted-free-agent-to-be Marcus Mariota   Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: an update on left tackle Laremy Tunsil, why didn't linebacker Jordan Magee play more in the 29-21 win at the New York Giants?, key context for the performances of tight end Ben Sinnott and cornerback Antonio Hamilton Sr. in the win at the Giants and more   Download Cash App and use the exclusive referral code SECURE10. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    51 min
  7. Episode 1,218: Washington Commanders snap eight-game slide with 29-21 win at New York Giants and more

    DEC 15

    Episode 1,218: Washington Commanders snap eight-game slide with 29-21 win at New York Giants and more

    Segment 1 - Show open, reaction to the Washington Commanders ending their eight-game losing streak with a 29-21 win at the New York Giants and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the offense in the 29-21 win at the New York Giants, including a deep dive on the work of quarterback Marcus Mariota   Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: analysis of a good performance by the defense in the 29-21 win at the New York Giants   Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: analysis of special teams in the 29-21 win at the New York Giants, including receiver Jaylin Lane continuing his great season as a punt returner   Segment 5 - Navy Football: breakdown of a 17-16 win over Army, giving the Midshipmen at least 10 wins in each of at least two consecutive seasons for the first time in program history   Segment 6 - Washington Capitals: examination of a 5-1 loss at the Winnipeg Jets   Segment 7 - Washington Wizards: conversation about a 130-126 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers and a 108-89 win at the Indiana Pacers   Segment 8 - College Basketball: thoughts on Maryland's 101-83 loss to No. 2 Michigan, Georgetown's 76-68 overtime win over Saint Peter's and Virginia Tech's 82-53 win over Maryland Eastern Shore   Segment 9 - Baltimore Orioles: discussion of the impact of first baseman Pete Alonso and the nature of the Orioles' 2025-2026 offseason off the introductory press conference for Alonso   The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you   Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service   Whatever your dermatological needs, contact Dr. George Verghese at MidAtlanticSkin.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 18m
  8. Episode 1,217: preview of Washington Commanders at New York Giants with WFAN’s Paul Dottino and more

    DEC 12

    Episode 1,217: preview of Washington Commanders at New York Giants with WFAN’s Paul Dottino and more

    Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback   Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the team's latest injury report for the game at the New York Giants and discussion of comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on the lack of practice time for the team's true offense in the 2025 season due to all of the injuries and on his play-calling in the 31-0 loss at the Minnesota Vikings   Segment 3 - Guest: New York Giants insider Paul Dottino of WFAN radio in New York, MSG Networks television in New York, WWOR-TV My9 in New York and Giants.com with a deep dive on the Giants in preparation for the Washington Commanders' game at the Giants, including the change for Giants' football operations that has happened and could be coming, how the Giants feel about quarterback Jaxson Dart and why their defense has been so bad   Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: Rhyming Keys for the team in its game at the New York Giants to play well but lose (Operation Lose Out 2.0!) and a prediction for the game   Segment 5 - Navy Football: GaldiLocks preview and pick for Navy vs. Army   Segment 6 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 3-2 shootout loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in a battle of the top two teams in the Eastern Conference   Segment 7 - Virginia Tech Basketball: thoughts on a 96-74 win over Western Carolina   Download Cash App and use the exclusive referral code SECURE10. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!   The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you   Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you   Visit RFKAllAccess.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you   For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Longtime Washington, D.C. sports personality Al Galdi takes an in-depth look at D.C.-area sports every weekday, giving hard-hitting analysis on - and having some fun with - the Commanders, Nationals, Orioles, Capitals, Wizards, Terrapins, Hoyas and more.

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  • Creator
    Blue Wire
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    1.2K
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