No Credentials Required

No Credentials Required

The podcast where you don’t need a press pass to talk sports! Quality sports talk based in the Capital Region of New York. Hosted by Ryan McCarthy and Dustin Henry. A proud member of the Belly Up Podcast Network.

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October 15, 2025 85 mins

Ryan and Dustin break down NFL Week 6 action. Cowboys-Panthers shootout steals the show. Falcons shock Bills. Jets' offense hits rock bottom. Coaches on thin ice. Plus, the guys share their favorite #74s and rally support for Nick Mangold's kidney transplant appeal. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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Ryan McCarthy flies solo to break down the Giants' shocking upset over the Eagles. He dives into the rookie sensations Jackson Dart and Cam Scatterbo's impact. Plus, a look ahead to NFL Week 6 matchups and a passionate rant on the Yankees' postseason woes. Ryan caps it off with a heartfelt tribute to Jets legend Joe Klecko. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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October 8, 2025 73 mins

Ryan and guest Jared of the Korner Booth Podcast dive into the NFL's Week 5 action, highlighting the nail-biting Shootout in Seattle between the Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers game as the week's standout. They discuss the Tennessee Titans' unexpected victory over the Arizona Cardinals and analyze the Buffalo Bills' disappointing Sunday Night performance against the New England Patriots. The duo also explores how the AFC race rem...

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Ryan and Dustin tackle the biggest surprises and disappointments a quarter-ish into the 2025 season. They also analyze what they're focus is on in NFL Week 5. They also share their favorite athletes to wear #71 and give their picks in their "Cut the Brakes Pick 'Em Challenge." Dustin mentions his upcoming 24-hour charity stream. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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Ryan and Dustin break down NFL Week 4 action. They analyze the Eagles-Buccaneers showdown, discuss standout performances, and debate John Harbaugh's hot seat status. Plus, the guys tackle the MetLife Stadium turf controversy and share their favorite athletes to wear number 70.

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September 28, 2025 59 mins

Ryan and Dustin dive into NFL Week 4 action. They break down the Seahawks' 23-20 win over the Cardinals and make predictions for upcoming matchups. Plus, the guys reveal their favorite number 69-wearing athletes and update their Cut the Brakes Pick'em Challenge. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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September 24, 2025 80 mins

Ryan and Dustin break down Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season. They dive into the Rams-Eagles thriller, the Browns shocking the Packers, and standout performances from the Vikings and Lions defenses. Plus, the guys share concerns about C.J. Stroud and the Texans' offense. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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Ryan and Dustin dive into NFL action, breaking down the Bills' victory over the Dolphins and previewing Week 3 matchups. Plus, they reveal their favorite athletes to wear number 67 and share their "Cut the Brakes Pick'em Challenge" predictions for NFL Week 3. Dustin also gears up for his eighth Extra Life charity gaming event.

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September 17, 2025 73 mins

Ryan and Dustin dive into NFL Week 2 action! They break down the most thrilling games, biggest upsets, and standout performances. Plus, the guys tackle college football rankings drama and share their favorite number 66 athletes. Dustin announces his upcoming Extra Life charity gaming event. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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Ryan and Dustin dive into NFL Week 2 action! They break down the Packers' impressive Thursday Night win over the Commanders. Plus, the guys preview key matchups, analyze standout players, and make their "Cut the Brakes Cable Challenge" picks. They wrap up by revealing their favorite athletes to wear number 65. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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September 10, 2025 72 mins

Ryan and Dustin dive into NFL Week 1 action. They break down the most entertaining games, biggest upsets, and notable performances. Plus, the guys celebrate their 300th episode milestone and share their favorite athletes to wear number 64. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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Ryan and Dustin dive into NFL Week 1 action. They break down Thursday's Cowboys-Eagles showdown and Friday's Chiefs-Chargers clash in Brazil. Plus, the guys preview key matchups, introduce the "Cut the Brake Cables Pick'em Challenge," and reveal their favorite number 63. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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Ryan and Dustin dive into their NFL predictions for the 2025 season. They break down each division, make playoff picks, and debate potential Super Bowl contenders. Plus, the guys share their favorite players to wear number 62. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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Ryan and Dustin serve up a sports smorgasbord in this season finale of their Saturday Brunch series. They dish out spicy MLB predictions with guest Kevin Wilson, tackle sky-high NFL beer prices, and share mouthwatering tailgate food ideas. Plus, they reveal their favorite #61 athletes and Dustin's 24-hour gaming marathon for charity. No Credentials Required is a part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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August 26, 2025 76 mins

Ryan and Dustin are back! They're talking NFL cut-down day drama, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's engagement, and the Albany FireWolves' relocation. Plus, the guys reveal their favorite athletes to rock the number 60. No Credentials Required is part of Belly Up Sports Media Network.

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It's a special edition of No Credentials Required featuring Ryan's guest appearance on "Levack and Goz!" Ryan and Goz tackle a sports smorgasbord in this jam-packed episode! They kick things off with the buzz around the Albany Firewolves' move to Canada, which marks another professional sports team to fail in the Capital District. Then, it's NFL preseason action with a spotlight on the New York Jets and Justin Fields. Plus, the guy...

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In the second of their two-part special, Ryan and Dustin dive deep into "The Last Dance," breaking down episodes 6-10 of the Michael Jordan documentary. They tackle Jordan's gambling, his first retirement (and the conspiracies around it), and the Chicago Bulls' final championship runs. Plus, the guys share their takes on the end of the Bulls dynasty and debate if we'll ever see a series like "The Last Dance" ever again. No Credenti...

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It's a special edition of No Credentials Required as Ryan and Dustin dive into "The Last Dance," ESPN's hit docuseries on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls dynasty. They break down the first five episodes, covering Jordan's early career, Scottie Pippen's contract drama, Dennis Rodman's wild ride, Phil Jackson's coaching genius, and MJ's Nike deal. Plus, they share their favorite Jordan stories and debate the cultural impact of H...

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Ryan is joined by our "Boy of Summer" Kevin Wilson and guest host Brent Radlinsky of the Fourteen Twenty Sports Bar Podcast to dive into the world of sports, covering baseball, hockey, and college athletics. They break down the New York Yankees' struggles, analyze MLB pennant races, and explore the impact of NIL deals on Canadian junior hockey. Plus, the guys share their favorite athletes to wear number 59. No Credentials Required ...

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Ryan and Dustin dive into the world of sports, tackling everything from sports what-ifs to NFL quarterback controversies. They start by dissecting Aaron Boone's tenure with the Yankees and ponder the ripple effects of the 1994 MLB strike never happening. Then, they break down Dan Orlovsky's list of QBs with the most to prove in 2025, offering their own spicy takes. Plus, the guys celebrate their 58th episode by highlighting their f...

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