Beat LA
It’s only three syllables and two words, but there is one clear message behind it: BEAT LA. Join hosts Matt and Paul, two diehard San Francisco natives working in Hollywood, as they discuss all things 49ers, Giants and Warriors with a dash of pop culture to boot. It’s a chant that belongs to the world and its singular purpose bands us together… “Beat LA!”
Episodes
45 episodes
Giants Hype Train, Dodgers Global Takeover, Ohtani Fever with Alex Soto of Pantone 294
In this jam-packed episode, Matt and Paul kick things off with a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor Val Kilmer, sharing favorite roles and iconic moments. Then it’s all gas, no brakes as they break down the Golden State Warriors’ pl...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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1:15:38
49ers Chaos, Warriors Rebirth, Giants Preview & Zach Selwyn – ESPN Alum, Musician & Comedy Maverick
Paul takes the charter in from Palm Springs for this week’s episode as he and Matt break down the San Francisco 49ers Free Agency Exodus—disaster or silver lining? Matt calms Paul’s panic over the 49ers' offseason moves, debates...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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1:20:25
Talking 49ers, Warriors, Oscars with San Francisco King of Comedy Al Madrigal!
In this episode, Matt and Paul chop it up with San Francisco native, actor comedian Al Madrigal. They discuss his upbringing in the city, his days at St. Ignatius high school and his diehard 49ers, Warriors and San Francisco Giants fandom. They...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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1:09:55
Talking Super Bowl, Kendrick Drake Beef, Luka Doncic with All-American Actor Kareem Grimes
In this episode, Matt and Paul chop it up with actor Kareem Grimes from the hit CW show All-American! They recap the Eagles crushing the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Kareem breaks down the Kendrick Lamar halftime show, the Drake beef, Serena Willi...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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1:13:03
Showtime With World Champion Boxer Ricky Quiles!
In this episode, Matt and Paul have a fascinating conversation with 4-time world champion boxer Ricky Quiles. Ricky won WBC, WBF, WBO, NABO titles in the junior welterweight and lightweight divisions. He talks about his rough upbringing in Lorr...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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1:05:47
We Love LA - The Fires, Go Bags, Lost Porsche Keys, Babygirl and Sports Distractions
In this episode, Matt and Paul discuss the Los Angeles Fires and where we go from here. Paul talks about having to evacuate his home due to the Sunset Fire. They discuss what was in their “go-bags”, give updates on the latest resources av...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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51:53
Best of 2024 Pod with the New Bachelor Nick Conrad!
In the Best of 2024 Pod, Matt and Paul are joined by their producer Nick Conrad! They talk the Best Sports Moments of the Year - Steph Curry and Novak Djokavic in the Olympics. They discuss their favorite films including Anora, Dune, Inside Out...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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58:04
Belly Up To The Bar With Brews Brothers Creator Greg Schaffer.
Matt and Paul are back! They discuss who would survive better in prison and Jessica Lange’s hotness in the 1976 King Kong movie. In a new segment called “First Date”, they discover that they’ve never had Boba and Paul was in an infomercial with...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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1:06:46
Toxic Fandom and Mike Tyson Stories with Therapist Nick Mouyiaris
In this episode, Matt and Paul breakdown the garbage circus exhibition called the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight. They debate Jake Paul’s next opponent, everyone from Joe Biden to Clint Eastwood. Are the 49ers dead? Has head coach Kyle Shanahan...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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1:00:55
Under The Influence with Samantha Gutstadt
In this episode, Matt and Paul get into the 49ers victory against the Buccaneers. Was Deebo punching the special teams players a good thing? Matt and Paul reminisce on their own grade school fights. They give their predictions for this Sunday’s...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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57:34
49ers, Filipino Love, Dodgers Hate with Emmy Winning Producer Mark Roybal
In this episode, Paul and Matt put the Dodgers World Series title to bed and why the Yankees turned into the Bad News Bears. Does Paul love the San Francisco Giants new GM Alex Minasian? Are the Giants going to sign Juan Soto? Matt breaks down ...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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51:44
Slappin’ The Bass With Music Manager and Former Rockstar Evan Winiker
In this episode, Paul dresses as Vincent Vega from Pulp Fiction for Halloween. They recap the 49ers victory over the hated Dallas Cowboys. Paul discovers that rubbing his wife’s head is the good luck charm for the Niners offense and they look a...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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52:03
1 Year Anniversary Pod with Days of Our Lives Star Brandon Barash!
On the 1 year anniversary pod, Paul gives Matt gifts from Italy. Matt gives Paul nothing. They discuss the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series, give their predictions and why we should all be Yankees fans for 2 weeks. They get into the 49ers ye...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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1:02:25
Getting Kinda Pregnant with actor Chris Titone from Happy Gilmore 2!
In this episode, Matt and Paul discuss the MLB Playoffs. Paul’s got a soft spot for the Cleveland Guardians. Matt believes everyone should be a Mets fan. They recap the 49ers victory against the Seattle Seahawks. They give their predictions for...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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53:22
Live From Italia! - Godfather Buster Posey, 49ers Whack Patriots, More Menendez Stories!
In this episode, Paul is in full Kendall Roy mode as he calls in from the Italian Riviera where he celebrates his wedding anniversary. Matt recaps his weekend at the USC vs. Wisconsin game and reveals he’s come out of retirement and booked an a...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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39:11
Purple Rain! - Getting Talked Off The Ledge by 49ers Insider Chris Ferera
In this episode, Matt and Paul do a therapy session with 49ers Insider Chris Ferera after the 49ers debacle vs the Minnesota Vikings last Sunday. They discuss Brock Purdy’s small hands and him turning into Jimmy Garoppolo. Kyle Shanahan melting...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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50:30
Who is Ponchez Mason? - 49ers Special Ops Edition with Call of Duty actor Reggie Watkins
In this episode, Matt and Paul recap the 49ers Week 1 win over the New York Jets with Call of Duty & Bosch actor Reggie Watkins. They get into the electrifying performance of RB Jordan Mason and deep dive his middle name “Ponchez”. What hap...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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55:20
NFL PREVIEW with Remember The Titans actor Ray Stoney!
Matt and Paul discuss the Titanic ship that is the San Francisco Giants. Are their playoff chances toast or should fans have hope? Take a wild guess what Paul thinks. They dive into the 49ers preseason. Give their US Open Tennis Grandslam predi...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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54:46
Eskimo Brothers! - All-American Actor Kareem Grimes talks Lakers, 49ers and Beating Clooney 1-on-1.
Matt and Paul get into the Best and Worst Things they saw at the Olympics. Paul is neg-strong on the San Francisco Giants trade deadline moves and their chances of making the wildcard. Matt dives into the 49ers training camp and is still drinki...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:04:34
Football is Back! - 49ers Training Camp Preview with Khalil Tams of 49Talks
In this episode Matt and Paul discuss Carlos Alcaraz dominance at Wimbledon and the stadium debacle at the Copa America Final. They dig into the nightmare rendition of the National Anthem by Ingrid Andreas at the All-Star Game and celebrities u...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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54:17
Boston Tea Party - Celebrate July 4th with Diego Torres-Palma of Startup to Storefront!
On the silver anniversary podcast, Matt and Paul deep dive 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey & Olivia Culpo wedding. Paul is pissed he wasn’t invited and blames Matt. They bid farewell to Warriors legend and new Dallas Maverick Klay Thompson. Th...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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1:14:02
CHICAGO! - Live From Wrigley Field and Guest Alain Uy from Power Book IV
In this week’s episode, Matt and Paul come to you live from Wrigley Field in Chicago! They recap the passing of legend Willie Mays, the Giants vs. Cubs series and watching Thairo Estrada game-winning Home Run on Monday Night from the owner’s bo...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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51:57
Netflix & Chill - Talking TV and Cleveland Sports with Lincoln Lawyer Showrunner Ted Humphrey
In this episode, Matt and Paul are pissed off at the San Francisco Giants. The blame gets spread around to Bob Melvin, Blake Snell and the Beat LA Podcast. Paul lays down a searing neg to get the team back on track. 49ers mandatory minicamp has...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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56:36
Why So Serious? - Talking Giants, Dodgers, Movies with actor John Lacy from The Joker Sequel
The Power of the Neg strikes again! Matt and Paul discuss how San Francisco Giants fans need to thank them for their hot streak. Can the G-Men continue their winning ways? The NFL schedule is out and the league really stuck it to our 49ers. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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54:37
Chain Wax! - Talking 49ers and Hollywood with actor Reggie Watkins
In this episode, Matt discusses Paul’s trip to Arkansas. They get into the Warriors broadcast team being voted the worst in the NBA and why the San Francisco Giants flat out stink. Then chop it up with actor and 49ers diehard Reggie Watkins - t...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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59:44