Two Outs is a WEEI podcast hosted by veteran Boston Herald columnist Steve Buckley and WEEI opinion maker Alex Reimer. The duo, who have both publicly revealed that they are gay, will produce a bi-monthly podcast that will tackle the intersection of society and sports from the perspective of two very different generations.
0 Available Episodes (28 Total)Average duration: 00:32:13
Oct 03, 2018
Two Outs Ep 28: Tadd Fujikawa Interview
00:28:51
In this edition of "Two Outs," Alex and Buck chat with Tadd Fujikawa, the first openly gay male professional golfer. They discuss his coming out post on Instagram and how he's been received in the traditionally conservative golf world since his announcement. Also, Alex and Buck talk about his move to the Athletic after 24 years at the Boston Herald, and whether he feels any melancholy about the big move.
Aug 31, 2018
Two Outs Ep. 27: Cyd Zeigler talks baseball players' homophobic tweets and Daniel Murphy
00:27:57
On the latest edition of "Two Outs," Buck and Reimer chat with old friend Cyd Zeigler from Outsports about whether the slew of old homophobic tweets from baseball players discovered this summer have a negative impact on the game's image. They also discuss the Daniel Murphy situation, and how he failed to properly address his previous anti-LGBTQ comments during his introductory press conference with the Cubs.
Aug 02, 2018
Two Outs Ep. 26: How should we view baseball players' old homophobic tweets?
00:19:12
In the latest edition of "Two Outs," Alex and Buck talk about the recently resurfaced homophobic tweets from baseball stars Josh Hader, Sean Newcomb and Trae Turner. While Alex and Buck both believe the players shouldn't be crucified for ignorant statements they made as teenagers, they also don't think the words should be dismissed as "harmless." The boys also speak with sports writer Kelly Wallace, who engaged with Jon Lester in a productive back-and-forth on the topic.
Jun 21, 2018
Two Outs Ep. 25: Gay conservative columnist Brad Polumbo on why he's boycotting Pride
00:24:19
Steve Buckley makes his long-awaited return to "Two Outs" this week, where the boys interview Brad Polumbo, a young gay conservative columnist who says he's boycotting Pride.
Jun 07, 2018
Two Outs Ep. 24: Sam Kennedy talks Fenway Pride Night and Red Sox buzz
00:31:09
Alex is joined by Red Sox president and CEO Sam Kennedy onthis week's edition of "Two Outs." Alex and Sam discuss the Red Sox' sixth annual Pride Night and MLB's LGBT inclusion efforts. In addition, Alex asks Sam about several Red Sox topics, including NESN ratings and whether there's a lack of buzz surrounding the team despite its incredible start.
May 03, 2018
Two Outs Ep. 23: Britt McHenry defends tweet blasting Redskins cheerleaders for complaining about sleazy work environment
00:23:04
It's a meeting of the infamous on "Two Outs" this week, as Reimer welcomes ex-ESPN reporter Britt McHenry to the show. McHenry and Reimer argue over the New York Times story outlining the sleazy atmosphere around the Redskins cheerleading squad, including a trip to Costa Rica in which they were forced to pose topless for an audience. McHenry says the cheerleaders put themselves in the situation, whereas Reimer says they were professionally pressured.
Apr 12, 2018
Two Outs Ep. 22: Transgender marathoner Amelia Gapin interview
00:31:25
"Two Outs" is back and Reimer is flying solo this week. He speaks with Amelia Gapin, one of at least five transgender women runners who will compete in the Boston Marathon on Monday. Alex and Amelia talk about whether transgender women have an athletic advantage over their competitors, and the proper way to handle those concerns. Amelia also talks about why she felt apprehension about being the first transgender woman to appear on the cover of "Women's Running Magazine."
Jan 24, 2018
Two Outs Ep. 21: Steve Buckley prepares Reimer for his first Super Bowl
00:26:21
Alex Reimer is coming out of the basement and covering his first Super Bowl next week. Steve Buckley prepares Reimer for this momentous moment. The guys also catch up with former Bryant basketball coach Chris Burns, who was the first openly gay coach in Divison 1 men's basketball.
Jan 11, 2018
Ep. 20: Donte Stallworth explains his transformation from homophobe to LGBT activist
00:31:05
In this episode of "Two Outs," Reimer and Buck speak with former NFL wide receiver Donte Stallworth. Stallworth is one of the most socially progressive voices in sports, and frequently lends his support for LGBT causes. But it wasn't always that way. By his own admission, Stallworth used to be homophobic. He discusses his transformation and the role his background as an African-American played in his change of view. Stallworth also briefly talks about his history with the Patriots, and thoughts on ESPN's recent explosive feature story about the alleged rift in Foxborough.
Dec 13, 2017
Ep. 19: Kirk Minihane debates with Buck about whether Boston Herald deserves to go bankrupt
01:06:46
Kirk Minihane joins Buck and Reimer on this episode of "Two Outs," where he proceeds to tell Buck why the Boston Herald deserves to go bankrupt. Kirk also reviews Alex's performance since he returned to K&C in October.
Oct 03 | 00:28:51
Two Outs Ep 28: Tadd Fujikawa Interview
Aug 31 | 00:27:57
Two Outs Ep. 27: Cyd Zeigler talks baseball players' homophobic tweets and Daniel Murphy
Aug 02 | 00:19:12
Two Outs Ep. 26: How should we view baseball players' old homophobic tweets?
Jun 21 | 00:24:19
Two Outs Ep. 25: Gay conservative columnist Brad Polumbo on why he's boycotting Pride
Jun 07 | 00:31:09
Two Outs Ep. 24: Sam Kennedy talks Fenway Pride Night and Red Sox buzz
May 03 | 00:23:04
Two Outs Ep. 23: Britt McHenry defends tweet blasting Redskins cheerleaders for complaining about sleazy work environment
Apr 12 | 00:31:25
Two Outs Ep. 22: Transgender marathoner Amelia Gapin interview
Jan 24 | 00:26:21
Two Outs Ep. 21: Steve Buckley prepares Reimer for his first Super Bowl
Jan 11 | 00:31:05
Ep. 20: Donte Stallworth explains his transformation from homophobe to LGBT activist
Dec 13 | 01:06:46
Ep. 19: Kirk Minihane debates with Buck about whether Boston Herald deserves to go bankrupt
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