The Talking Willow Podcast

The Talking Willow

Will & Eric
In each episode of The Talking Willow, Eric and Will aim to break down the Mechanics’ Schodack Bracket. Join us as we discuss our predictions, reactions, hot takes, and so much more. #TheTalkingWillowPod
Episode 14: Evan Snerson
This week on The Talking Willow, Eric & Will are joined by Evan Snerson (2:15) to discuss camp closing for its 2020 season (3:37) before looking ahead to what Summer 2021 will be like (22:26). The group closes it out with Fire Sticks (43:29) and a special STOP time reading (49:26). Follow us on Twitter @TheWillowPod.
May 25, 2020
54 min
Episode 13: Josh Baker
On this (return) episode of The Talking Willow, Will & Eric are joined by Josh Baker (2:24) to discuss the offseason planning that goes into making a Tribals break (14:55). Then, the group discusses Josh's favorite breaks (39:54), his first break (47:26), and more. Finally, the group passes out some Fire Sticks (57:18). Follow us on Twitter @TheWillowPod.
May 18, 2020
1 hr 3 min
Episode 12: Kim Ross
🚨🚨🚨ICON ALERT🚨🚨🚨  The Talking Willow is joined today by Kim Ross (1:46) to discuss changes to camp over the years (8:29) before moving on to some Rec Hall Reflections (31:56). The gang wraps it up by talking about Toby the Laundry Ghost (45:03) before passing out Fire Sticks (58:03). Follow us on Twitter @TheWillowPod.
May 4, 2020
1 hr 9 min
Episode 11: Luke Berry
The Talking Willow is joined this week by Luke Berry (2:46) to discuss The Pool Song (10:22), his experiences living as an Au Pair in the United States (29:29), Hatchet Hunt (41:14), and more. Follow us on Twitter @TheWillowPod.
Apr 27, 2020
1 hr 11 min
Episode 10: Bracket Wrap Up, A Big Announcement, and Rec Hall Reflections
On today's episode of The Talking Willow, Will and Eric discuss the final matchup in the bracket (4:25). Then, the Pod has a ~big announcement~ to make (33:01) before debuting a new segment: Rec Hall Reflections (46:08). Follow us on Twitter @TheWillowPod.
Apr 23, 2020
1 hr 5 min
Episode 9: Michael Samuels and Matt Schechter
Today, The Talking Willow is joined by Michael Samuels and Matt Schechter (2:00) to discuss, the Final Four (13:19), how the COVID-19 pandemic may impact camp (42:46), and pass out some Fire Sticks (1:02:00). Follow us on Twitter @TheTalkingWillow and be sure to check out Esperanto's, home of the Doughboy, at www.esperantosaratoga.com.
Apr 21, 2020
1 hr 10 min
Episode 8: Carly Ashner
On today's episode of The Talking Willow, Will and Eric are joined for a joust with Carly Ashner (3:26) to break down the last 8 remaining camp inconveniences in the bracket (13:54), share stories, jokes, Fire Sticks (55:40), and more. Follow us on Twitter @TheWillowPod.
Apr 20, 2020
1 hr 3 min
Return of the Pod: A New Bracket
The Talking Willow is back!! Will & Eric join back up to discuss the new quarantine bracket in search of the most arduous, inconvenient thing at camp. We'll break down the Dollar Burger (6:41), Riley (24:44), Wing (37:56), and Wrap (53:46), pass out Fire Sticks, discuss how we've been passing the time, and more. This is The Talking Willow.
Apr 18, 2020
1 hr 15 min
Episode 6: Rick Mechanic
On today's episode of The Talking Willow, we are joined by Rick Mechanic to review the events bracket, discuss future plans for other quarantine competitions, pass out Fire Sticks, and more. Follow us on Twitter @TheWillowPod and check back for more episodes.
Mar 31, 2020
1 hr 5 min
Episode 5: Abe Gatling III
On this episode of The Willow Pod, Eric & Will are joined by Abe Gatling III (2:02) to discuss the tournament so far and all that has lead up to the championship match. Then, the group analyzes the Kay's Pizza Matchup of the Day (8:44) before offering camp advice for quarantining (30:16). We'll close it out with a special ~mystery segment~ (38:18) and dedicating some Fire Sticks (51:33). This is The Talking Willow.
Mar 29, 2020
57 min
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