Best Dan Iacono Podcasts (2025)

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Audrey Tait Interview (Franz Ferdinand, Hector Bizerk, Broken Chanter): Glastonbury, Authenticity, & Wellness 47:37

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11d ago47:37

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In this episode, we're joined by Audrey Tate, the incredibly talented drummer of the iconic band Franz Ferdinand. Recorded during their tour, Audrey shares fascinating stories from the road, including their recent high-energy performance at Glastonbury Festival. Audrey dives into the physical demands of drumming, discussing her pre-gig warm-up rout…

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Canada Wins Gold, PLL Semifinals, Stars and Stripes Classic 41:10

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We're back! It's Labor Day Weekend, an unofficial bookend to summer, but we've still got plenty of lacrosse going on. We start with some talk about the U20 Men's World Championships. Canada took the gold with an upset over USA, we talk about how Canada pulled it off, and why club lacrosse has nothing to do with it. We also talk the streaming option…

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Green Beret Foundation President Charlie Iacono 35:48

28d ago35:48

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Special episode today. This weekend at the PLL Semifinals, part of the festivities includes the Stars and Stripes Classic. It benefits the Green Beret Foundation and the Navy Seals Foundation, with a game between servicemen from both branches that gets underway at 6pm in Philadelphia. Army Head Coach Joe Alberici will coach the Green Berets, Navy H…

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Rob Brian Interview (Siouxsie and the Banshees, Simple Minds, Laura Pausini): For The Love of Music 1:07:24

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In this episode, we're joined by Rob Brian, a veteran session drummer and honorary Drum Dog ambassador. Rob shares stories from his extensive career, from his musical upbringing to touring with iconic artists like Siouxsie Sioux and Simple Minds. Rob opens up about the intimidating experience of joining Siouxsie and the Banshees and the importance …

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PLL Players as Brands, Roster Tinkering, and Previewing PLL in Denver 53:34

2M ago53:34

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The Penultimate weekend of PLL lacrosse is here! We start by talking about PLL players leveraging their stardom to market themselves on social media. It was an interesting discussion on social media this week, so we talk the pros, cons, and friction points that arise as players choose whether or not they want to make themselves visible and marketab…

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PLL Celebrity Investors, plus previewing Utah weekend 45:44

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Paul Rabil appeared on the Rich Eisen show this week and mentioned that the PLL has two new celebrity investors who have yet to be announced. I give you a few picks who I think they might be, from most likely to least likely, plus go through a few of your suggestions from social media. Then, we preview the Utah weekend. We start by talking about th…

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Olympic Lacrosse Schedule, Dox Aitken returns, PLL Fairfield 42:29

2M ago42:29

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We're now three years away from lacrosse in the Olympics in LA, and we got new info from World Lacrosse. We talk schedule, format, why it's good for growth, showcasing the best of the sport, and more. Then, Dox Aitken returned to the PLL this week. We talk about pursuing football, returning to the PLL, and the Atlas midfield impact. Finally, we pre…

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PLL All Star Recap, Hall of Famers, Chicago Preview 46:15

2M ago46:15

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The second half of the PLL Season is here! We kick things off with a recap of All Star Weekend. I go through the things I loved, things I didn't love, what I'd keep the same, and what I'd change about All Star weekends in the future. Then, we spend a few minutes on the 2025 PLL Hall of Fame class. Paul Rabil, Kyle Harrison, Kevin Leveille, and Joe …

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Ollie Usiskin Interview (Christopher Lee, Mike Stern, Jimmy Haslip): Tony, Clinics & NYC Drums 59:40

2M ago59:40

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In this interview, we sit down with Ollie Usiskin, a well-regarded session drummer who's played across a huge range of genres. Ollie shares his experiences working on a wide variety of music projects, from a free-jazz duo with an electric cello player to a heavy metal album with actor Christopher Lee. Ollie discusses his career as a session musicia…

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PLL All Star Weekend! 39:33

2M ago39:33

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We've reached the PLL All Star break! We take a few minutes to go through the rosters for the PLL All Star game this weekend. The starters, the reserves, a few notable injury replacements. Then, we talk about guys around the PLL who have had all star level first halves, but didn't get the nod for All Star weekend. Then, we talk a bit about what mak…

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New PLL Media Deal, New PLL Cards, Previewing Week 5 1:15:07

3M ago1:15:07

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It's been a massive week for Premier Lacrosse League news. We start with the biggest of the stories. The PLL has a new five year media rights deal with ESPN. We get into the what we know, we would want to know, some information about the terms of the deal and more. We also talk about what it can do in the near term, like expanding the schedule and …

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PLL Viewership, All Star Ballots, and Previewing Week 4 55:47

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It's week four of the PLL season! We start with some talk about viewership and ratings, as the league has a big weekend for TV on deck. Three games this weekend are on linear. We talk through why the viewership floor is important, understanding the impact of the streaming audience, and more. Then, it's already All Star time. I take you through who …

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PLL Philadelphia Preview, Crowd Sizes, and Rusty Starts 47:04

3M ago47:04

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PLL Week 3 is upon us! We start with some general thoughts on the PLL season so far, including attendance, the level of play, and more. Then, we briefly touch on the Carolina Chaos since they are on a bye this week. We talk through SSDM issues, relying on Blaze to set save records, and Jack Rowlett's Defenseman of the Year candidacy. Finally, we br…

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Jared Bernhardt returns to lacrosse, PLL Charlotte Preview 46:53

4M ago46:53

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Just another quiet week in the PLL. We start the show by breaking down the Jared Bernhardt signing. We talk through the free agency whirlwind that was like nothing pro lacrosse has ever seen before, what made it special, how it all went down, and how Jared will fit in with Denver. Then, we preview the PLL weekend. Looking at all four games, the ros…

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PLL Roster Moves, Albany Weekend Ahead 49:28

4M ago49:28

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PLL weekend is upon us! The league opens up in Albany, with games on ABC and ESPN+ this weekend. Before that, we had training camp and roster moves. We go through all eight teams cuts and moves ahead of this weekends games. We talk surprises, what teams still might need, guys who played their way onto rosters, and more.…

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PLL Draft, Player Movement, NLL Finals, and the NCAA Quarterfinals 57:28

4M ago57:28

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We're back with a massive show on a positive Friday. We start by recapping the PLL draft. We break down each team's picks, go through some behind the scenes talk that shaped the way the draft went, and identify the best value. From there we segue into player movement, post draft adds, and the PLL offseason. We talk through the retirements and playe…

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Last Tuesday Top 20, NCAA Bracket Talk, and the PLL Draft 55:07

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Loaded show after a busy weekend! First, we start with the last (or second to last) Tuesday Top 20. A quick run through the latest media poll to talk about who is in, our, rising, and falling in my ballot. Then, on to the real news of the day. We go through the 18 teams that made the men's lacrosse championship bracket, talk about the seeds and mat…

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Conference Tournament Weekend Preview, Farewell Limestone 42:28

5M ago42:28

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Positive Friday! It's a loaded weekend of conference tournament play in college lacrosse. We start with the not so positive news that Limestone is shutting down. We talk through the end of the year for that team, the impact on players, students, faculty, and more. Then, we turn the page to the DI slate. We go through the results of conference tourn…

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Tuesday Top 20, Conference Tournaments and Farewells 41:42

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Back on schedule. We start with some talk about the conference tournaments getting underway this week. Games of note, when and where you can see them, and the implications of wins, losses, and other bid thieving scenarios. Then the Tuesday Top 20. A run through my weekly ballot for the Inside Lacrosse media poll, along with a recap of recent result…

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Final regular season weekend in college ball, breaking down DI, DII, and DIII games to watch 42:19

5M ago42:19

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Conference tournament time is upon us. The Big Ten Tournament gets started this weekend, while everyone else plays their final regular season game in search of a good seed, hosting a game, or even just keeping their season alive. We talk through DII and DIII games to keep an eye on this weekend, then go through the entire DI slate to talk games and…

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Josh Byrne stepping away from Carolina Chaos, Top 20 poll and RPI Talk 51:50

5M ago51:50

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We're back! After a nice vacation, I have returned to the podcast routine. We've got big news to start with today, as we discuss Josh Byrne stepping away from the Carolina Chaos this summer. We talk through what that means for the team, players prioritizing their health and family, and reasons you should tune into some MSL and WLA ball. Then, it's …

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Benjamin Shannon Interview (Dropbear Lodge, Shamin, Milton Man Gogh): The Rhumba of the Beast 56:36

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Benjamin Shannon—Australian drummer, composer, conductor, and rhythmic explorer- was kind enough to join us for an interview. Known for his work with Dropbear Lodge, Benjamin talks about his unique approach to experimental music and the art of conduction. We touch on everything from RuneScape to orchestral improvisation, personal fulfillment, and r…

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A late top 20, DIII with Matty P, Weekend Preview plus RPI Talk 1:07:30

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Positive Friday! We have a belated run through the Top 20 quickly, before we get to the upcoming weekend. We've got Matty Petrone here to talk to DIII ball, with exciting results from the weekend and games to look out for this weekend. Then, the DI rundown. Every game plus picks, and we talk RPI along the way as tournament resumes get talk.…

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Bill Bruford Interview (King Crimson, Yes, Genesis): Jazz Alchemy, Drumming Burnout & Wise Advice 44:34

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Legendary drummer Bill Bruford reflects on everything from his drumming hiatus and short-haul European air travel to current projects and favourite tracks to play across his career. It was a real privilege to speak to Bill and hear him discuss his battles with drumming burnout, earning a doctorate in musicology, and what it truly means to find your…

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Sam Jones (Nubya Garcia, Sons of Kemet): Purposeful Practice, Realities of Gigging & Small Wins 43:58

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In this episode, we sit down with Sam Jones, a leading drummer, producer, and DJ from London's vibrant jazz scene. Known for his work with artists like Sons of Kemet, Joe Armon-Jones, and Nubya Garcia, Sam shares an in-depth look at his musical journey and professional life. Sam opens up about his unconventional start—from playing the oboe to a "ma…

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Bracketology, Midseason All American rants, and the Weekend Preview 48:31

6M ago48:31

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Happy Friday! Packed show this week. We start by going through some of the latest bracketology from Inside Lacrosse. Terry Foy's first bracket came out and, as expected, people are angry at some of the decisions. We talk about the exercise, the criteria, some bubble resumes, and why we love to play the "if the playoffs started today" game. Then, co…

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Brendan Nichtern Traded! Plus the Tuesday Top 20 36:39

6M ago36:39

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Joe Spallina just refuses to quit making deals. After shipping Owen Grant to the Cannons for a top three pick, he acquired former Rookie of the Year Brendan Nichtern for a late round selection year. We break down the trade, and some of the other moves that have been made, as the Woods get their offense into gear. Then, the Tuesday Top 20. Some more…

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Reddit AMAs, College Lacrosse Show, DIII with Matty P, and the Weekend Preview 46:07

6M ago46:07

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Happy Friday! We're talking a recent reddit AMA I did and how much fun I had doing it, plus some talk about College Lacrosse Show which was a banger this week and you should add to your lacrosse listening. Then, Matty Patrone is back for some DIII with Matty P, running through recent results and some upcoming games to have an eye on. I also give yo…

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Owen Grant traded to the Cannons and wild weekend for the Tuesday Top 20 41:43

6M ago41:43

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It was a wild weekend in college lacrosse! Half the top 20 lost, which makes today's trip through my ballot for the weekly media poll quite an adventure. A new number one, five teams got number one votes, and all sorts of movement. We talk through the whole thing. Plus, we break down the trade that sends Owen Grant to the Cannons for the 3rd overal…

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Anthony Kelly named Redwoods Coach, DIII with Matty P, and the DI Rundown 52:56

6M ago52:56

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Happy Positive Friday! We've got PLL news as the Redwoods have announced Anthony Kelly as the new head coach. We talk through the hire, Kelly's resume, and how he can make his mark on the team. Then, Matty Patrone is here for some DIII with Matty P. We react to the insane end of the Christopher Newport vs Tufts OT thriller, then recap the Mustang C…

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Tuesday Top 20, and guest Myles Baliotti 47:58

6M ago47:58

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We are back with the Tuesday Top 20! We go through the results from the weekend and the latest Inside Lacrosse Media Poll, as I give you my ballot and rationale for voting the way I did. But before that, we have a guest! Myles Baliotti is the student manager and member of the Ohio State men's lacrosse team. Myles has autism, and we talk about his j…

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New GM in California, PLL All Star Weekend, College ball 59:07

6M ago59:07

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It's a giant Friday show! Changes at the top for the California Redwoods. Nat St Laurent has stepped down, and Joe Spallina has been named GM. We talk about the news, the change in roles, and look at what to expect from Spallina and the Redwoods before next season starts. We also talk about the news that the PLL and WLL All Star games will be held …

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PLL Free Agency Week One Recap, Zed Williams injury, and the College Weekend Preview 46:06

7M ago46:06

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Happy Friday! We're putting a bow on the first week of PLL Free Agency by going through the moves so far. We catch up on the biggest dominoes left to fall, including Jarrod Neumann and Rob Pannell. We also briefly talk about the injury news for Zed Williams. Then it's on to the college weekend. We cover some of the games to see in DIII (sorry, no M…

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PLL Free Agency Day One Recap, Tuesday Top 20 48:05

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PLL Free Agency is underway, and we had a flurry of moves on day one. We go through each of the reporting signings and break down the fit, why it works, and what big moves are still on the horizon. Then, the Tuesday Top 20. We have a new number one after Maryland upset Notre Dame. We talk through the new number one Terps, and other big movement in …

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Pro player movement, DIII ball, the DI slate, and Chris Gray retires 1:08:53

7M ago1:08:53

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Positive Friday! We've got a packed show today. First, we talk some pro player movement. PLL Free Agency is only days away, so we set the stage for that and begin to look at what teams have already been busy. Then, we touch quickly on a busy NLL trade deadline. After that, it's time for DIII with Matty P. The NESCAC joins the fray this week, so we …

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Sunday Night PLL? Plus the Tuesday Top 20 46:11

7M ago46:11

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We got a great question this week, so we start with that. ESPN and MLB are parting ways, opening up a whole bunch of Sunday nights in the summer. Could PLL fill the void? We break down what that could possibly look like. Then the Tuesday Top 20. The poll had a ton of movement this week thanks to some upsets, ranked matchups, and more mayhem.…

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Friday Weekend Preview! DIII with Matty P, Weekend Slate, and the Battle of Black Rock 56:58

7M ago56:58

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It's Friday! We talk through the results of Army and Yale, and then the Battle of Black Rock. Fairfield and Sacred Heart played one of the best games of the year so far, so we break down the players who stood out and made a difference. Then, the college weekend preview. Matty Patrone is back for DIII with Matty P, as once again his picks for the be…

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Championship Series Recap and the Tuesday(ish) Top 20 51:55

7M ago51:55

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The Tuesday (sort of) Top 20 is here! A day late, but we go through the latest media poll and my ballot. That includes some very funny real time results talk as I go through what turn out to be not great takes in my ballot. Before that, pro ball. Talking through the PLL and WLL Championship Series. What I loved, what I changed, stories I took away …

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NCAA Weekend Preview and DIII with Matty P 39:10

7M ago39:10

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Positive Friday! I am recording on the road as I am at the St James just outside Washington DC for the PLL and WLL Championship Series. But podcasting never sleeps. Before we go through the entire weekend slate of games, Matty Patrone returns for more DIII with Matty P. We give Matty some flowers for nailing picks last week, then get a rundown of t…

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Michael Sowers NLL Debut, PLL/WLL Championship Series, and the Tuesday Top 20 49:32

7M ago49:32

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Happy Tuesday! It's time to look at the latest DI Men's Lacrosse media poll, take you through my ballot, and talk about the results of the weekend. Before we dig into recaps and polls, we talk some pro ball. Michael Sowers made his NLL debut with the Wings and had three points, and appeared to be having the time of his life doing it. Then, The PLL …

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NCAA Week 1 Preview, Streaming options, and DIII with Matty P 53:16

8M ago53:16

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It's Week 1! A loaded slate of college games this weekend, including another big batch of teams playing their opener. In another week, everyone will have game action under their belt and we will be underway. We go through the entire slate of DI games, giving you the spread and a few notes on each game before making picks. I also give you the stream…

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The First Tuesday Top 20 of 2025! 40:15

8M ago40:15

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Week 0 is in the books! We saw a Top 10 matchup, plenty of ranked teams playing, upsets, scares, and more. As always on a Tuesday, we go through the latest media poll, and I reveal the ballot I submitted to said poll and talk through why I voted how I did. Along the way, we take game results and stand out moments from the weekend. Plus, Tuesdays ar…

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College Lacrosse Preview Friday! Plus Chaos Coaches and Preseason All Americans 57:26

8M ago57:26

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For the first Friday of the 2025 season, we have a giant episode. We talk through the newest place you can find lacrosse content from me, and a great source of info for the 2025 season. Roy Colsey and Spencer Ford have been hired as the Head Coach and GM of the Carolina Chaos. We break down their credentials, and why it matters that those two roles…

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Welcome to 2025! College Lacrosse Preview with Terry Foy 1:49:02

8M ago1:49:02

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We're back! Welcome to the new year, and the 2025 college lacrosse season is right around the corner. First, the Inside Lacrosse Preseason Top 20 has been released. I take you through my ballot, and how it compares to the final media poll. We talk discrepancies between my vote and the poll, and questions for each team I ranked, plus the teams that …

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Lacrosse Christmas! WBLC Cards, Christmas Wish Lists, and a Zed Williams Trade 34:58

9M ago34:58

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Final episode before the holiday season, so it's Lacrosse Christmas. We talk through the Zed Wiliams for Matt Brandau trade first, looking at how each team benefits from the swap and how the players each fit with their new club. Then, we talk a bit about World Box Lacrosse Championship Cards! The pack opening video is up on YouTube, and you can see…

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Carolina Chaos coaching staff resigns, the IL Top 50, and talking the WLL Championship Series with Charlotte North 1:14:29

10M ago1:14:29

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Big news to talk through today. Andy Towers and the Carolina Chaos coaching staff resigned this week, so we delve into what led towards that, the candidates to replace him, the fall out after the news broke, and more. Then the IL top 50 is here! Talking about the names that did make the list, the names that didn't, the process of voting for it, and…

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Lacrosse Technology! NLL's new streaming platform, and an interview with Joe Pompo 50:12

10M ago50:12

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A lot of lacrosse technology today! After talking about where I'll be sharing content, both written and this podcast, going forward, we discuss NLL+. It's a new direct to consumer streaming platform from the NLL, offering game replays, live game viewing options, features, and more. Why is this important, what does it mean for how you and I will wat…

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PLL Player Movement, Pat Kavanagh traded, and Jon Donville joins 1:11:10

10M ago1:11:10

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PLL deals are being struck! We talk through the new contracts for Ethan Rall and Matt Campbell in the context of the looming media rights deal for the league, Marcus Holman getting in a new deal and player motivations to change teams, what the Kieran McArdle signing means for the Waterdogs offseason, and then the big one, the Pat Kavanagh trade. We…

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Wrapping up the WBLC, previewing the USA Lacrosse Experience, and Jake Taylor joins 39:16

12M ago39:16

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The World Box Championships are all wrapped up, so we talk about the performances on both the men's and women's sides of the event, plus some of my favorite stories. We also talk about why events like this should mean so much to the "Grow The Game" crowd. Then, we move on to the next major international lacrosse event, the USA Lacrosse Experience. …

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Putting a bow on the PLL season with championship talk, plus a mailbag full of questions 57:57

12M ago57:57

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We start things off with some PLL Championship viewership discussion. The PLL looking at schedule changes to avoid the NFL, a new media rights deal, and some of the other things that can grow viewership particularly in the postseason. Then, it's mailbag time. Your questions answered on topics like PLL Free Agency, Head Coach candidates, NIL, PLL Aw…