The Beat LA Podcast
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 movies, TV and pop culture. It’s a chant that belongs to the world and its singular purpose bands us together… “Beat LA!”
Episodes
58 episodes
Best of 2025! 49ers Dreams, Warriors Panic & the Year’s Best Movies and TV with Nick Conrad
In this year-end episode, Matt and Paul close out 2025 the only way they know how: big takes, Bay Area chaos, and a full-blown Best of the Year breakdown.The guys open with the San Francisco 49ers, asking the only question ...
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Episode 58
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1:21:39
49ers Rolling plus World Cup and Jets Pain with Will & Grace Writer and Soccer Podcaster Kirk Rudell
In this episode, Matt and Paul open with the state of the Bay. The 49ers are suddenly surging heading into the bye week, Jauan Jennings is talking like a WWE wrestler, and Kyle Shanahan looks like a coach who finally grew up and learned how to ...
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Episode 57
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1:25:29
Giants Hire Vitello, 49ers Crunchtime and The Circle’s Jack Atkins on Reality TV and Gen Z Culture
In this episode, Matt and Paul open with the San Francisco Giants hiring Tony Vitello. Is this the bold reset the franchise needed or a beautiful disaster waiting to happen? The guys dive into what this means for the Giants future and why Paul ...
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Episode 56
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1:26:02
NBA Preview with Netflix’s Starting 5 Showrunner Peter Scalettar + 49ers Panic Mode
Matt returns from New York empty-handed and Paul is furious, but there’s no time for gifts because the 49ers rollercoaster is officially back in freefall. The guys break down the emotional trauma of being a Niners fan: losing Fred Warner for th...
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Episode 55
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1:24:56
49ers Wild Win! Mac Jones Mayhem and One Battle After Another with director Rawson Marshall Thurber
We’re back! The guys dive straight into one of the wildest 49ers wins of the Shanahan era. (6:52) It’s a full-on lovefest with returning guest and diehard Niners fan Rawson Marshall Thurber, director of Dodgeball, We’...
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Episode 54
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1:39:51
49ers Chaos! Purdy Out, Kittle Down, Giants Fight Back & Detroit Sports with Mark Rodríguez
(1:07) Matt and Paul are back from summer break. Paul braved the Grand Canyon rapids, Matt sipped cocktails at the US Open and just like that… it’s football season, baby! The guys break down a wild 49ers win over the Seahawks: Brock Purdy looke...
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Episode 53
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1:13:44
Breaking News, Covering Giants Parades & Pulling 9 Gs with KTVU Anchor Mike Mibach
Matt and Paul are back in San Francisco and holding court from Original Joe’s in North Beach. Paul previews his next adventure, a trek to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, before the guys pull out their crystal ball to predict what’s next for the...
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Episode 52
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1:11:10
Giants Legend Rich Aurilia on Barry Bonds, Rally Monkeys, Red Stitch Wine & Crushing Hall of Famers
In this episode, Matt and Paul sit down with San Francisco Giants legend Rich Aurilia for an all-timer of a conversation. Straight from the back booth at Original Joe’s in North Beach (5:59).They talk about Rich’s Brookly...
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Episode 51
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1:15:08
50th Podcast! Giants, Warriors, Rehab, Divorce, and Oversharing!
In this very special milestone episode, Matt and Paul celebrate 50 episodes of The Beat LA Podcast the only way they know how, by interviewing each other and emotionally oversharing for content. But before things get deep, the...
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Episode 50
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1:15:27
Giants Land Devers, Brad Pitt Stories & Horror Dating with Director Mark Gantt
Paul returns from Paris and Monte Carlo, dodges Jimmy Butler in the South of France and reports on attending the French Open. He brings back gifts for Matt’s big birthday, but the biggest gift of all? The San Francisco Giants going full blockbu...
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Episode 49
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1:36:46
Tennis Legends Brad Gilbert and Zach Gilbert Talk Grand Slam Picks, Warriors & Zendaya’s Forehand
It’s the Tennis Show—aka Paul’s Super Bowl—but first, Matt recaps his recent trip to New York, where the city’s energy nearly broke him. From watching delirious Knicks fans lose their minds in the streets to pillaging through the night at legen...
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Episode 48
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1:28:06
Warriors Down, LA Turns Up, and Chaos Reigns with Music Video Maverick Jeff Hilliard
Paul is back from Korea and Japan—and he didn’t come empty-handed. He brought gifts and tales from abroad, including how he ended up on the Jumbotron at a Yomiuri Giants game dressed as a samurai, pitching lemonade to a stadium full of...
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Episode 47
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1:13:02
From Orinda to Hollywood: Dodgeball Director Rawson Marshall Thurber Talks Film, Giants & 49ers
Matt and Paul are back—with a new sponsor, Daytrip Beverages—and they’re cracking open a wild one. First up, the NBA Playoffs: Can the Warriors survive the Rockets? Can Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler carry them to the ...
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Episode 46
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1:28:41
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Episode 34
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52:03