HODGEPOD with Rob Fredette

Rob Fredette shares a personal tribute to Eddie Andelman, the pioneering host of Boston's beloved Sunday-night "Sports Huddle," remembering his influence on sports talk radio and his place in the city's sports history. He recalls working with Eddie at WHDH, memorable moments like picking up Kevin McHale at Logan and competing in a hot dog safari, and how Eddie's warmth, humor, and talent made the show must-listen radio for decades. Eddie Andelman was Sports Talk Radio before it came into our culture.

Jim Vaglica recounts a 32-year law enforcement career that includes long service on a regional SWAT team, frontline work during the Boston Marathon bombing manhunt, and protection details for high-profile figures. He also shares behind-the-scenes memories from reality shows like "Expedition Impossible" and "American Grit", his passion for fitness, and his transition into private VIP protection.

Rob Fredette interviews Todd Graves about his journey from playing professional golf to coaching and building Graves Golf Academy around Moe Norman's single plane swing. Todd explains how Mo's biomechanics simplified ball-striking, his time at the University of Oklahoma, life on tour, and the hands-on teaching approach he now uses at his Edmond academy and online. The episode also covers Todd's use of AI to craft his new book The Intelligent Golf Swing, the academy's technology-driven instruction, and the satisfaction he finds in helping students improve and enjoy the game. Great conversation. You can find at these links and sites below. https://gravesgolf.com YOUTUBE: @toddgravesgolf INSTAGRAM: toddgravesgolf THREADS: toddgravesgolf Todd has authored one book " The Single Plane Golf Swing" and another book is due out "The Intelligent Golf Swing" RECORDED DECEMBER 4, 2025

Former underground steroid dealer Ryan Root tells the story of his rise, conviction in Operation Cyber Juice, and the four-plus years he served in prison. After using his time to study biochemistry and business, he built a legitimate hormone replacement therapy (HRT) clinic and a wellness brand focused on optimization, genetic testing, and education. This episode explores addiction, the science behind testosterone, the medical stigma surrounding TRT, and Root’s path to redemption and helping thousands improve their health and confidence. RECORED 11-11-2025

On this episode Rob Fredette talks with Tegan Toftley, a 55-year-old trans woman who began her transition at 48. Tegan shares how transition helped relieve lifelong gender dysphoria, anxiety and chronic migraines, and how her family, work and personal life changed through the process. The conversation also dives into pop‑culture favorites—from The Six Million Dollar Man and the Bionic Woman to desert rock, MTV and 1980s music memories—mixing heartfelt personal experiences with lighthearted nostalgia. RECORDED OCTOBER 28, 2025 You can follow and keep up to date with Teegan on Instagram @twincitiesteeganofficial.

Rob Fredette and returning guest Marshall Garvey revisit memorable World Series moments to spotlight lesser-known players whose clutch performances were crucial to their teams' championships. From Brian Holton's pivotal relief innings in 1988 to Billy Hatcher's record-smashing 1990 series, the episode celebrates the "lightning in a bottle" heroes who, despite brief careers or faded fame, left an indelible mark on baseball history. This episode covers 10 unsung heroes in World Series history. Enjoy!! Recorded October 20,2025