Benched with Bonnetta
Rachel Bonnetta covers all things football – and so much more – on the BENCHED WITH BONNETTA podcast. Listen each week as Rachel recaps the latest NFL news from her unique perspective, sharing her quick-witted observations and interacting with fans and listeners, with appearances by an array of guests from the NFL and sports media landscape. Stop by every Tuesday to take in all the action around the league from the best seat in the house – on the BENCH!
Episodes
Aaron Rodgers, The NY Jets, and more NFL Free Agency News (with Dan Hanzus)!!
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Dan Hanzus to talk all things Jets, Aaron Rodgers, and NFL Free Agency (1:19). After the break, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (25:00). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/03/23•28m 59s
NFL Combine, The Magic Castle, and Drafting The Perfect Vacation
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel talks NFL Combine, the Magic Castle, and Travis Kelce hosting SNL (0:35). After the break, Rachel drafts her perfect vacation with NFL personalities (13:47). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (23:01). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/03/23•27m 46s
Super Bowl Recap + Super Bowl LVIII Predictions (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they recap Super Bowl weekend (2:09). After the break, Rachel shares listeners predictions for Super Bowl LVIII and shares her own (18:42). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (25:45). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/02/23•28m 35s
Radio Row with Bret Michaels at Super Bowl LVII!!
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta from Radio Row! To start, Rachel recaps her night covering the NFL Honors Red Carpet with interviews from Donna Kelce, Aaron Jones, Brian Daboll, and Justin Jefferson (2:10). Then she is joined by Bret Michaels to talk Super Bowl LVII and get his reaction to her song (10:13). After the break, Rachel finally picks the winner for the Super Bowl (19:00). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/02/23•23m 5s
Tom Brady, Pete Davidson + Super Bowl LVII Predictions (with Sarah Tiana & Megan Gailey)!!
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by comedians Sarah Tiana & Megan Gailey. They start out by recapping the Pro Bowl (0:55), give their thoughts on Pete Davidson (8:13), then give their Super Bowl predictions (10:14). After the break, they assess Tom Brady's interesting thirst trap (17:55). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (26:57). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/02/23•29m 12s
1st Annual Podcast Pro Bowl (with Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, and Marc Sessler)!!
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! Rachel is joined by the guys of ATN, Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, and Marc Sessler! They discuss the new movie "80 for Brady" (1:40) then compete in the 1st Annual Podcast Pro Bowl (8:54). Events include GOAT Trivia (9:58), Guess the Sound (22:15) and Sell This Product (30:04). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (37:09). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/02/23•40m 50s
Conference Championships Recap + Winners and Losers List (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they recap the Conference Championship Games and react to the biggest stories of the weekend (1:52). After the break, Rachel gives her Winners and Losers list from the weekend (20:47). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (30:02). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/01/23•33m 46s
Rich Eisen Interview + Conference Championship Preview
Rachel Bonnetta is back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Rich Eisen. They talk about his time at NFL Network, why he can't vote for MVP, and Rachel asks him the famous question (0:33). After the break, Rachel and Rich preview the Conference Championship games including (33:59). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (47:09). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/01/23•50m 49s
90s Throwbacks + Divisional Round Preview (with Colleen Wolfe)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Colleen Wolfe and they reflect on what the world was like when all of the QBs in the Divisional Round were born (4:26). After the break, Rachel and Colleen preview Divisional Round games including Jaguars-Chiefs (19:10), Giants-Eagles (21:49), Bengals-Bills (23:31), and Cowboys-49ers (26:00). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (30:12). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/01/23•37m 47s
Wild Card Weekend Recap + Failed Auditions (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they recap all the games from Wild Card Weekend (4:01). Then they share their worst audition stories (15:40). After the break, Rachel shouts out some people who need a raise (22:08). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (25:30). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/01/23•30m 21s
Best Sounds of The Season + Wild Card Weekend Preview (with Colleen Wolfe)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Colleen Wolfe and they reflect on this season's best soundbites (2:13). After the break, Rachel and Colleen preview Wild Card Weekend games including Seahawks-49ers (30:24), Dolphins-Bills (32:54), Giants-Vikings (36:04), and Ravens-Bengals (38:00), Cowboys-Buccs (39:17), and Chargers-Jaguars (41:48). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (46:37). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/01/23•49m 52s
Reflecting On The Last Week + Open Coaching Jobs (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they discuss Damar Hamlin and the past week (1:23). Then they share who they think should fill all of the newly open head coach positions (13:23). After the break, Rachel opens her DMs to hear some miracles in people's lives (21:18). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (29:00). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/01/23•34m 49s
Ins & Outs of 2023 (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they discuss some bold predictions from Rachel's DM's (1:57). Then they share their 2023 Ins & Outs (19:13). After the break, Rachel dives deeper into her 2023 In's & Outs (23:08). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (27:36). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/01/23•30m 17s
2022 Messy Awards 🏆 + Week 17 Preview
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel rolls out the red carpet and hands out the Benched 2022 Messy Awards (5:22). After the break, Rachel tells you which Week 17 games she's most excited about including Dolphins-Patriots (21:18), Jets-Seahawks (24:12), Rams-Chargers (26:12), and Bills-Bengals (28:55). Rachel wraps the show up by opening up her DMs to hear your New Year's Resolutions (31:17). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/12/22•37m 11s
Worst Time to Get Fired?? + TNF Preview
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is talks about the best and worst times for NFL coaches to get fired (2:10). After the break, Rachel looks ahead to Thursday night's game between the Cowboys and Titans (7:48). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (10:19). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/12/22•14m 17s
Week 16 Preview: Happy Holidays!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel talks about the best Christmas gifts NFL players have given their teammates (4:58). After the break, Rachel tells you which Week 16 games she's most excited about including Giants-Vikings (15:08), Seahawks-Chiefs (17:55), Eagles-Cowboys (20:17), and Packers-Dolphins (23:14). Rachel wraps the show up with a Mohan's Minute (26:48) and the best and worst things she saw over the last week (30:29). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/12/22•36m 26s
Which NFL Player Would Win Survivor? + Week 15 Preview
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel tries to figure out how to talk to Brad Pitt (1:05). Then she debates which NFL players would survive the longest on Survivor (6:34). After the break, Rachel tells you which Week 15 games she's most excited about including Bills-Dolphins (16:41), Jets-Lions (19:37), Bengals-Bucs (22:18), and Rams-Packers (24:19). Rachel wraps the show up with the best and worst things she saw over the last week (27:13). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/12/22•30m 45s
Best/Worst Christmas Gifts + TNF Preview (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they discuss the NFL's Naughty and Nice lists (2:20). After the break, Rachel looks ahead to Thursday night's game between the 49ers and Seahawks (21:57). Finally, Rachel opens her DM's to find out the best and worst Christmas gifts everyone has received (27:03). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/12/22•32m 35s
Baker Mayfield Predictions + Week 14 Preview
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel makes her Friday morning headline predictions about Baker Mayfield's Rams debut (5:37) After the break, Rachel tells you which Week 14 games she's most excited about including Jets-Bills (11:32), Vikings-Lions (14:24), Eagles-Giants (17:32), and Buccaneers-49ers (20:17). Rachel wraps the show up with a Mohan's Minute (23:37) and the best and worst things she saw over the last week (26:46). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/12/22•32m 38s
What NFL Team Rachel Wants to Own + TNF Preview (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they discuss Baker Mayfield (4:53) and what NFL team they'd want to own (13:39). After the break, Rachel looks ahead to Thursday night's game between the Raiders and Rams (19:40). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (23:30). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/12/22•31m 12s
NFL Drama of the Week + Week 13 Preview
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel goes over all the drama in the NFL this week including Russell Wilson's birthday party (2:54), Kyler Murray and Patrick Peterson (6:50), and OBJ (11:23). After the break, Rachel tells you which Week 13 games she's most excited about including Packers-Bears (14:40), Jets-Vikings (17:37), Dolphins-49ers (19:12), and Bengals-Chiefs (21:21). Rachel wraps the show up with a controversial Mohan's Minute (24:28) and the best and worst things she saw over the last week (29:20). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/12/22•36m 53s
Real or Fake? + TNF Preview (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they discuss if the hype is real or fake for the Bengals, checking bags on airplanes, and more (1:55). After the break, Rachel looks ahead to Thursday night's game between the Bills and Patriots (16:08). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week (19:47). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/11/22•25m 38s
Bonnetta's Bargain Barn Black Friday Blastoff + Week 12 Preview
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel goes over all the items in this year's Bonnetta's Bargain Barn Black Friday Blastoff (1:53). After the break, Rachel tells you which Week 12 games she's most excited about including Dolphins-Texans (10:44), Chiefs-Rams (12:44), 49ers-Saints (14:58), and Eagles-Packers (16:35). Rachel wraps up the show by sharing the best and worst thing she saw over the last week (19:05). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/11/22•22m 35s
Benched with Bonnetta: Thankful for Week 11 Recap with Kyle Brandt!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they recap their favorite storylines from Week 11, including ones they're thankful for and UN-thankful for (4:20). Then, Rachel and Kyle play a game of Start-Bench-Cut with traditional Thanksgiving dishes (14:13). After the break, Rachel tells you the best and worst things she saw this past week (19:58). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/11/22•24m 5s
Munich Recap + Week 11 Preview
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta to preview Week 11! To start, Rachel recaps her trip overseas to Munich to cover Seahawks-Buccaneers and reacts to Jeff Saturday winning his first game as interim head coach of the Colts. After the break, Rachel and co. discuss their favorite games of the week including Eagles at Colts, Lions at Giants, Jets at Patriots, and 49ers at Cardinals. Rachel wraps up the show by sharing the best and worst thing she saw over the last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/11/22•31m 22s
Week 10 Preview FROM GERMANY!! (with Colleen Wolfe)
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back to preview Week 10 in the NFL from a hotel room in Germany! Rachel is joined by Colleen Wolfe and they talk about the chaos in Indianapolis and Jeff Saturday's first week as head coach of the Colts (5:14). Rachel and Colleen also preview the Seahawks and Buccaneers game that is being played in Germany and tell you how they think the game will unfold (9:24). After the break, Rachel wraps up the show with the best and worst thing she saw over the last week (17:34). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/11/22•22m 12s
WEEK 9 PREVIEW + MIDSEASON AWARDS!!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel rolls out the red carpet and hands out the Benched Midseason Awards (2:45). After the break, Rachel tells you which Week 9 games she's most excited about including Packers-Lions (13:02), Bills-Jets (14:45), Seahawks-Cardinals (16:15), Rams-Buccaneers (18:09), and Ravens-Saints (20:54). Rachel wraps the show up with a controversial Mohan's Minute (22:21) and the best and worst thins she saw over the last week (26:21). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/11/22•31m 37s
Week 8 Recap (with Kyle Brandt)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt and they recap what went into their awesome Halloween costumes and they pick the NFL personalities they'd want to have with them for a night out (2:30). After the break, Rachel looks ahead to Thursday night's game between the Eagles and Texans (12:55). Finally, Rachel tells you the best and worst thing she saw this week, and she tries not to get emotional about this one (17:42). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/11/22•24m 50s
Week 8 Preview (with Cynthia Frelund)!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Cynthia Frelund to tell you who is tricking and who is treating, starting with Russell Wilson (2:45), and also talking about the Packers (12:20), Tom and Gisele (13:20) and Odell Beckham Jr. (16:25). After the break, Rachel and Cynthia discuss their favorite games of the week including Patriots-Jets (12:45), Vikings-Cardinals (14:07), 49ers-Rams (15:20), Giants-Seahawks (16:16), and Bills-Packers (17:20). Rachel wraps up the show by sharing the best and worst thing she saw over the last week (20:16).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/10/22•26m 48s
Bo Brandt with Bonnetta: Week 7 Recap (with Kyle Brandt)
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt to recap Week 7 in the NFL, talk about their favorite Halloween costumes, and guess what may be worn around the NFL Network this weekend (3:13). After the break, Rachel lets fans vent by opening her DMs and makes her case for why candy corn is good (15:11). Rachel wraps things up by previewing this week's Thursday night game between the Ravens and Buccaneers (21:53) and tells you the best and worst things she saw over the last week (26:43). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/10/22•33m 29s
Bangs with Bonnetta: Week 7 Preview Show!!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel was inspired to write a song about Russell Wilson's cringe moments (6:00) and we rank the cringiest Russ moments. Then, Rachel looks ahead to Week 7's games and tells you who she likes in the Browns-Ravens game (15:12), the Colts-Titans game (16:49), the Chiefs-49ers game (17:45) and the Seahawks-Chargers game (19:20). Rachel gets a surprise message from a fan (22:15) and wraps things up with the best and worst thing she saw this week (25:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/10/22•29m 36s
Benched with Bonnetta: Week 6 Recap (with Kyle Brandt)
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt to recap Week 6 in the NFL and tell you about the surprise guest at her birthday party (2:08). After the break, Rachel and the crew cast the Jimmy Garoppolo biopic (15:52). Finally, Rachel wraps things up by previewing this week's Thursday night game between the Saints and Cardinals (22:41) and tells you the best and worst things she saw over the last week (25:21). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/10/22•31m 19s
Week 6 Preview: Back in the States!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta to preview Week 6 of NFL action! To start, Rachel recaps her favorite moments from her two-week trip to London (1:30) and shares a big announcement (4:28). Then, we discuss what must be the easiest and most difficult jobs in the NFL on the heels of Matt Rhule's firing as head coach of the Carolina Panthers (5:20). We pick our favorite matchups on the Week 6 slate: Jets at Packers (15:28), Ravens at Giants (17:33), Bills at Chiefs (19:31), and Cowboys at Eagles (22:01). Finally, we close the show with Mohan's Minute (24:30) and the best and worst things we saw and heard over the past week (29:19). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/10/22•35m 10s
Week 5 Preview FROM LONDON!!
Rachel Bonnetta is back to preview Week 5 from a possibly haunted hotel room in London! Rachel starts by talking about this weekend's game between the Packers and Giants in London and tells you about a possible team-up between Aaron Rodgers and a star wide receiver (1:22). Then, it's time for a Benched Buzz update, and Rachel is sad about the latest on Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen's relationship (5:52). After the break, Rachel picks her six favorite games from this week's slate (8:26) and wraps up the show with the best and worst things she saw over the past week (15:05). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/10/22•18m 2s
Recapping Week 4 from London!!! (with Harry Kane and Cristo Fernandez)
Rachel Bonnetta is still in London to recap the Week 4 action after a whirlwind of a Sunday covering football. To start, Rachel details her adventures leading up to the London game, and we hear interviews with Cristo Fernandez - who plays Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso (2:23) - and star striker for Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Harry Kane (6:25). Rachel also reveals why she was booed by the stadium crowd during Vikings-Saints (9:30) and shares the best and worst things she saw over the past week (12:07). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/10/22•16m 2s
Week 4 Preview FROM LONDON!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back to preview Week 4 in the NFL from a hotel room in London! Rachel goes through some of her favorite things about London and poses the question, who's the one team you would want to travel with? (6:12) Then, we run through our six favorite matchups on the Sunday slate and pick game winners (8:04). Finally, we wrap up the show with the best and worst things we saw and heard over the past week (15:32). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/09/22•19m 30s
Week 3 Recap FROM LONDON
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a special new episode of Benched with Bonnetta recording from LONDON!!! Rachel details some of her overseas adventures (1:10) before discussing the NFL teams and figures who are stuck in retrograde with Mercury (4:50) including Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, the Colts, and the Chargers. We react to the news that Rihanna will play the halftime show at Super Bowl LVII (9:15) and Rachel opens the DMs to hear what makes YOU as mad as Ken Dorsey on Sunday (11:35). Finally, we close the show with best and worst things we saw and heard this past week (16:25). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/09/22•21m 43s
Week 3 Preview Show: Picks for our favorite games!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta to preview Week 3 of NFL action! To start, Rachel discloses some irritations (:35) before discussing the most likable players in the NFL according to actual data (2:37). Rachel gives an overview of some of her favorite games on the Week 3 slate, including the two most exciting teams in the NFL facing off (6:50), Tom Brady matched up with Aaron Rodgers (8:35), and the impacts of Joe Burrow deleting social media as the Bengals take on the Jets (10:03). Rachel has another update in our Benched Buzz segment (11:04), and then we move on to game picks for our top 6 games of the week (13:51). This week's games: Bills at Dolphins (14:45), Bengals at Jets (16:33), Ravens at Patriots (17:57), Rams at Cardinals (18:51), Packers at Buccaneers (19:56), and 49ers at Broncos (21:13). Finally, we close the show with Mohan's Minute (22:56) and the best and worst things we saw and heard over the past week (27:05). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/09/22•34m 12s
Recapping A Wild Week 2!! (with Kyle Brandt)
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, we talk about the WILD come-from-behind win for the Jets against the Browns (1:04). Then, Rachel is joined by Kyle Brandt to talk about which teams he's worried about after two weeks and Amon-Ra St. Brown's big Sunday (2:26). Rachel opens her DMs and gives the listeners a safe space to air out their worries (14:56). Finally, we preview Thursday night's game between the Browns and Steelers (19:53) and wrap things up with the best and worst things we saw and heard over the past week (21:58). Note: Time codes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/09/22•26m 9s
Week 2 Preview Show!!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, we roll out the Benched Power Rankings with the QBs getting bullied the most after Week 1 (5:02) and the QBs with the most swag after Week 1 (10:14). Then, we pick the outcomes of our six favorite matchups from Week 2, starting with two teams looking for their first win in Colts versus Jaguars (17:48). We also talk about the Commanders at Lions (19:49), Dolphins at Ravens (20:52), Buccaneers at Saints (22:08), Seahawks at 49ers (23:11), and Bengals at Cowboys (24:33). Finally, we close the show with Mohan's Minute (27:20) and the best and worst things we saw and heard over the past week (31:12).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/09/22•34m 54s
Week 1 is in the books!!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, comedian and friend of the show Sarah Tiana joins to decide if we are overreacting to Week 1 storylines (6:07). Next, Rachel opens her DMs for the return of Safe Spaces (16:33). Finally, we wrap up the show with the best and worst things we saw and heard over the weekend (23:42). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/09/22•30m 49s
Week 1 Preview Show!!! (with Patrick Claybon)
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! To start, we preview (and rank) our top five storylines for the upcoming NFL season (6:20). Then, we pick the outcomes for our six favorite matchups of Week 1, beginning with the Baker Bowl as the Browns head to Carolina (21:34). We also cover the Patriots at Dolphins (23:57), Raiders at Chargers (25:41), Chiefs at Cardinals (27:14), Bucs at Cowboys (28:37), and Broncos at Seahawks (31:14). Finally, we close the episode with the best and worst things we saw and heard over the past week (33:56). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/09/22•38m 17s
Super Bowl/Awards Predictions + Benched Bachelorette Finale
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! First, the season finale of Benched Bachelorette has arrived, with Rachel choosing her new team. Then, we debut a new segment called Benched Buzz: all the hot goss of the NFL world and Tom Brady (7:07) before reacting to Jimmy Garoppolo's restructured contract (11:37). After the break, we make our season predictions, picking the Super Bowl matchup and winner (14:51), MVP candidates (19:08), Comeback Player of the Year (21:37), Offensive Player of the Year (24:47), and Coach of the Year (26:42). Then we hit the best and worst things we saw and heard before signing off (29:42). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/09/22•35m 9s
Tom Brady Gossip, Baker Named Starter, and Kyler Murray Calling Plays
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! This week, we start by gossiping about Tom Brady’s mysterious whereabouts over the last week, with Rachel giving her own spicy theory (1:58). Then, we get into Dana White’s recent comments about Brady and Gronk possibly heading to the Raiders (8:24), the Panthers’ Week 1 matchup with Baker Mayfield going up against his former team (9:58), and Kyler Murray calling plays in the preseason (12:12). After the break, Rachel shares the best and worst things she saw or heard in the last week (16:05), and we close the show by picking the final two teams in the Benched Bachelorette sweepstakes (22:03). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/08/22•26m 56s
Benched with Bonnetta: Picking a new team with Marc Sessler
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta, featuring Marc Sessler! Rachel and Marc start by reacting to the Deshaun Watson settlement. Then, Rachel asks Marc for his thoughts on a series of random things, including Tik Tok and She-Hulk (14:18). After the break, the hosts discuss the best (and worst) things they've seen or heard recently (20:38), and finally, Rachel narrows the Benched Bachelorette competition down to the final three teams to prepare for the three-part Benched Bachelorette finale (26:48). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/08/22•36m 31s
Chargers Training Camp with Mike Williams, Rashawn Slater, and Asante Samuel Jr.
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back this week broadcasting from Los Angeles Chargers Training Camp in Costa Mesa, CA! Rachel starts the show sharing her favorite moments from the Hard Knocks season premiere. Then, we sit down with wide receiver Mike Williams (6:52) to discuss his recent contract extension, playing with Justin Herbert, and discover his middle name. Next, offensive tackle Rashawn Slater joins the show (12:18) to talk about practicing against Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa, plus an awesome story about his dad's support for him. After that, Rachel chats with cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. (17:18) about the receivers he'll face this season and who on the Chargers is the best singer. Finally, Rachel kicks off two more teams from the Benched Bachelorette sweepstakes (20:54), and she announces one that is already locked into her Top Three (24:08). Note: timecodes approximate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/08/22•26m 57s
Rams Training Camp with Les Snead, Taylor Rapp, and Ricky Hollywood
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for another episode of Benched with Bonnetta, broadcasting from Los Angeles Rams training camp in Irvine, CA. Erica Tamposi AKA Ricky Hollywood joins the show to discuss her role with the Rams (1:15) and the team recently receiving their Super Bowl rings (1:50). Then, Rachel and Ricky express their disappointment and frustration after Judge Sue L. Robinson ruled on Deshaun Watson's recommended suspension (4:00). Next, Rams General Manager Les Snead sits down to discuss his team's epic draft video, his new Super Bowl ring, and the upcoming celebrity Flag Football game captained by Aaron Donald and Jalen Ramsey (14:52). We close the show with Rams safety Taylor Rapp, who shares the story of proposing to his girlfriend immediately after the team's Super Bowl victory (23:59).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/08/22•32m 39s
Football is Back!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back IN STUDIO for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta celebrating the return of football. Teams have reported to training camp, and Aaron Rodgers looks like Nicholas Cage from Con Air (which Rachel has never seen). Kyler Murray has a VERY interesting stipulation in his new contract, and Kyle Shanahan says the 49ers have officially moved on to Trey Lance at quarterback. Rachel delivers the best things she saw and heard this week before eliminating two more teams from the Benched Bachelorette sweepstakes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/07/22•34m 26s
Happy National Hot Dog Day
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! Rachel starts the show with an update on her COVID situation before we celebrate National Hot Dog Day with hot dog facts and trivia. In football news, Rob Gronkowski's girlfriend recently made comments hinting at the superstar tight end's possible return from his second retirement. Russell Wilson posted an image of his practice cleats with the slogan “4th Coming Soon” written on the side. Is this manifestation or just Russ being corny? The Madden ratings have been coming out all week, and many players are not happy with their score. Finally, we close the show with another triple elimination in this week's Benched Bachelorette update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/07/22•28m 40s
Ghost Stories from Toronto
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta. First, Rachel reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v Wade, discussing her personal frustrations and sharing Joe Burrow's supportive Instagram story. After that, Rachel gets into football news, revealing her thoughts on Baker Mayfield's recent comments about a possible reconciliation with Cleveland, the latest updates with Deshaun Watson's potential suspension, and Terry McLaurin's new contract. Rachel tells about her dramatic REAL LIFE ghost encounter before another triple elimination on the Benched Bachelorette.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/06/22•27m 51s
Gronk's Retirement, Russell Wilson, and Ranch Dressing
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! Rachel is still broadcasting from Canada, where she's teaching her nephew how to eat pizza with ranch dressing. Gronk announced his retirement (again), so we tell our favorite Gronk stories as Rachel digs through keepsakes from her childhood. Russell Wilson explained why he chose the Broncos as his trade destination, and finally, we have our first TRIPLE elimination on this week's installment of the Benched Bachelorette.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/06/22•29m 35s
Life Lessons from the Road: "I'm a Cowboy Now"
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode! Rachel, broadcasting from her mom's basement in Toronto after completing a week-long road trip across the country, recaps the best sights and sounds from her journey. We also dig into some NFL headlines, including Tyreek Hill saying that Tua Tagovailoa is a more accurate passer than Patrick Mahomes, Jason Garrett joining NBC's football coverage, and Kliff Kingsbury literally praying that Kyler Murray's new deal will be done before training camp. Rachel delivers some life lessons learned from the road before eliminating another team from the Benched Bachelorette sweepstakes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/06/22•30m 56s
Yee-Haw!
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new podcast to catch up on everything we missed over the last three weeks. Rachel is planning a road trip and needs advice on what sights to see. Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady beat Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen in The Match, which took place on a Wednesday for some reason. Tua is upset with people overreacting to clips from practice, and we discuss whether or not OTA absences actually matter. Plus, it's a double-elimination week on the Benched Bachelorette.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/06/22•32m 10s
Sizzling Hot Food Takes
Rachel Bonnetta and company return for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta! First, Rachel discusses the news that Tom Brady has signed a deal with FOX Sports to become their lead color analyst when he finally retires from football. Rachel also discusses her preferred way to eat a hot dog, which raises some eyebrows. The 2022 NFL schedule will be released soon, so Rachel shares a preview of her very special schedule release song. We talk about the origin of Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner's nickname and Sam Howell's chickentarian diet, which leads to more sizzling hot food takes. Finally, we wrap up the show by sending home another team from the Benched Bachelorette sweepstakes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/05/22•28m 24s
2022 NFL Draft Recap
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back in studio for another episode of Benched with Bonnetta. This week, Rachel starts by recapping her experiences at the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas, explaining the story behind her viral clip and much more. It's Mental Health Awareness Month, as well as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. A conflict arises amongst the podcast family, and certain oaths must be explained. After that, Rachel recounts the best and worst things she saw over the last week. Finally, we wrap up the show by sending another team home without a rose on the Benched Bachelorette weekly update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/05/22•34m 21s
Behind the Scenes at the NFL Draft with Dan Hanzus
Rachel Bonnetta is joined poolside at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas by Dan Hanzus to dig into the inner workings and social dynamics of covering the NFL draft. Dan reveals what it takes to achieve Inner Circle status and explains what he loves about Las Vegas. Rachel asks Dan's advice about podcasting and how to have a successful NFL Draft experience. On a new edition of the Benched Bachelorette, Dan makes a compelling case for the New York Jets before helping Rachel decide this week's double elimination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/04/22•32m 6s
Toothpaste Debate
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta. First, Rachel reacts to the announcement of The Match 2022, coming in June, with Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers (literally) teeing off against Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes. Then, Rachel reveals the best Vegas stories and tips submitted to her DMs, which leads us to a heated toothpaste debate. We look back on the worst thing we saw last week, and we wrap up the show with another installment of The Benched Bachelorette, sending another team home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/04/22•31m 17s
Married in Vegas
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode. To start, Mohan recounts his magical Disney cruise adventure. Then, Rachel breaks down the latest story surrounding Tom Brady and how he almost became a part-owner and quarterback of the Miami Dolphins. After that, Rachel tells her best Vegas story as we get ready to head to the 2022 NFL Draft in a couple weeks. We recap the best (and worst) things we saw over the past week, and finally, we close the show with the next installment of the Benched Bachelorette, sending another team home without a rose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/04/22•24m 3s
The Crazy Offseason
Rachel Bonnetta and company are back for a brand new episode of Benched with Bonnetta. Rachel recounts her experience guest-hosting Good Morning Football last week and catches up on the news events we missed while she was away. Then, she shares a new song she wrote, "Crazy Offseason". Finally, we close the show by eliminating one more team from the Benched Bachelorette sweepstakes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/04/22•26m 38s
The Benched Bachelorette Episode 1: Saying Goodbye
Rachel Bonnetta starts her journey towards newfound fandom with a brand new series: The Benched Bachelorette. 32 teams vie for the affections of one free agent fan. Which team will she choose? On the premiere episode, one team is sent home...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/03/22•23m 18s
Free Agency Demands + Tom Brady's Unretirement
Rachel Bonnetta and company react to the flurry of NFL news as the free agency has begun. We play a game of "What Lasted Longer, This or Tom Brady's Retirement," and Rachel opens up the DMs to find out, if you were a superstar free agent, what would you demand from your new team before signing? Plus the best things we saw and heard over the last week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/03/22•35m 57s
Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson steal the attention on International Women's Day
Rachel Bonnetta and company recap a wild day of NFL headlines as Aaron Rodgers returns to Green Bay and Russell Wilson heads to Denver. Rachel tells stories from the combine before detailing the best things we saw this week. Happy International Women's Day! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/03/22•29m 55s
Live from the Combine (featuring Mike Vrabel, Ricky Hollywood, and Colleen Wolfe)
Rachel Bonnetta and company are LIVE from the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis right in the middle of all the action. Ricky Hollywood (Split Ends, Around the NFL) joins the pod to give Rachel tips on surviving a week in Indy. Titans head coach Mike Vrabel stops by to discuss what it means to be a Titans fan. Rachel takes the Wonderlic test, and Colleen Wolfe shouts at us from across the room. This is what podcasting is all about. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/03/22•25m 58s
Gentle Laxatives
Rachel Bonnetta and company dive headfirst into the offseason to recap the hottest storylines around the league. First, Rachel shares her thoughts on Aaron Rodgers' latest drama and his Panchakarma cleanse and covers Tom Brady's upcoming feature film "80 for Brady." After that, Rachel opens the DM's to see what secrets the listeners have for us this week. Next, we look at some future possibilities in Secure the Bag, wondering if Aaron Donald, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers will retire/stay retired, and whether or not Sean McVay will leave the NFL for a broadcasting gig. Finally, we close the show with the best (and worst) things we saw over the past week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/02/22•35m 20s
Super Bowl LVI Reaction, NFL Honors, and a long week
Rachel Bonnetta and company react to the Rams winning Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles! First, Rachel recaps a crazy week of Radio Row, NFL Honors, parties, and celebrities, leading up to the Super Bowl. Then, Rachel covers her favorite moments from the game and the epic halftime performance. After that, Rachel shares the best things she saw and heard this past week from the Super Bowl and beyond. Finally, we wrap up the show with early leans for next year's Super Bowl champion and wondering where a couple of NFC quarterbacks might play next season. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/02/22•34m 38s
Radio Row with Justin Jefferson and Josiah Johnson at Super Bowl LVI
Rachel Bonnetta and company are on Radio Row at Super Bowl LVI to preview the big game! To start, Rachel wonders if the Rams actually have an advantage with the match taking place in Los Angeles. Rachel next proposes that the Monday after the Super Bowl should be made a national holiday and asks which of Joe Burrow's many nickname should we actually use, Then, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson joins to talk about signing babies at the Pro Bowl, the Griddy and other touchdown dances, Joe Burrow's swagger, and his relationship with Odell Beckham Jr. After that, Rachel debuts her Super Bowl Bingo Card with fun things to watch for on Sunday before making her pick. Next, producer and writer Josiah Johnson, the king of Twitter, sits down with Rachel to discuss his social media presence, the pressure he feels to deliver during big moments, and his journey from a Production Assistant at NFL Network to now being recognized in public. Finally, we wrap up the show with the best things we saw and heard over the past week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/02/22•44m 23s
BONUS POD: Tom Brady (finally) announces his retirement
Tom Brady has officially retired! Rachel Bonnetta hops back on the mic for this special emergency episode to discuss the end of the GOAT's career and say her goodbyes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/02/22•5m 18s
Championship Weekend Recap / Tom Brady Speaks on Retirement Decision
Rachel Bonnetta and company discuss Championship Weekend and other NFL news on the latest Benched with Bonnetta. First, Rachel covers the recent Tom Brady retirement reports before getting into the huge wins for the Bengals and Rams on Championship Sunday. Then, Rachel returns to her DMs and welcomes listeners into her Safe Space to respond to anonymous messages in her inbox. After that, Rachel gives her early thoughts on the Super Bowl and which team can take home the trophy. Finally, we wrap up the show with the best things we saw and heard this weekend. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/02/22•36m 57s
The Premiere: Kickers Are People Too
On the very first episode of Benched with Bonnetta, Rachel Bonnetta recaps a wild weekend of playoff football after all four divisional games went down to the wire. First, Rachel gives kickers the love and appreciation they deserve, sharing an original song she wrote on their behalf. Then, we discuss the NFL overtime rules and the importance of winning the coin toss. Are there other ways to decide who should get the ball first? After that, Rachel welcomes you into her Safe Space by sharing anonymous DMs from listeners confessing their craziest truths and hottest takes. Then, Rachel is joined by Rachna Fruchbom, TV writer and co-executive producer of the Sex and the City reboot And Just Like That, to compare the four remaining quarterbacks to Sex and the City characters. Later, Rachel picks winners for the NFL Conference Championship games and also suggests some rule changes for the MVP award. Finally, we close the show with the best things we heard this week. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/01/22•43m 47s
Introducing: Benched with Bonnetta
In the newest podcast from the NFL, Benched with Bonnetta, Rachel Bonnetta talks you through the latest NFL headlines in the only way she knows how: very, very, very seriously. The Benched with Bonnetta Podcast launches January 25th with new episodes every Tuesday. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/01/22•1m 37s