Best Fanbase Press Podcasts (2026)

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Tennessee Falls To Illinois, Mini Season Review, Transfer Portal & What's Next? | RTI Press Pass 56:14

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Check out a late-night episode of the RTI Press Pass as Ryan Sylvia and Ric Butler are breaking down Tennessee's Music City Bowl loss to Illinois in Nissan Stadium. The guys talk about what went wrong for Tennessee and discuss the different players that UT used. The guys also get into some broad topics, such as transfer portal needs, the season as …

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Fanbase Feature: STAR WARS: EPISODE VII - THE FORCE AWAKENS 10th Anniversary Panel Discussion 1:44:35

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests Craig Miller (writer - Star Wars Memories, More Movie Memories, Former Director of Fan Relations at Lucasfilm) and Chris Mancini (writer – Long Ago + Far Away, Rise of the Kung Fu Dragon Master) to participate in a thorough discussion regarding Star Wars: …

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#226: Baseball Presents 28:00

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We update our teams, put Dodgers spending in perspective, and, of course, we share some classic holiday traditions.

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Fanbase Feature: CLUE 40th Anniversary Panel Discussion 1:28:59

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Barbra Dillon and Claire Thorne are joined by special guests Amanda Donahue (artist – Fanbase Press' The Margins), Eric Amaya (Editor-in-Chief - ComicCon.com, Comics on TV Columnist - Rotten Tomatoes, co-host Tread Perilously podcast), and Justin Robinson (writer – City of Devils, Mr Blank, co-hos…

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Tennessee Football's New DC, Transfer Portal, Legend Bey, Scheduling Notes | RTI: Press Pass 1:06:11

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Check out a new episode of the RTI: Press Pass as hosts Ryan Sylvia, Ryan Schumpert, and Ric Butler are breaking down a big news week in the world of Tennessee Football. The guys start the show by talking about Jake Merklinger's exit to the transfer portal and the Music City Bowl before diving into their thoughts on the Vols' hiring of Jim Knowles …

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Ep. #280 - 2025: Year in Review and Season 10 Finale 1:15:34

21d ago1:15:34

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In the Season 10 finale episode, the Fanbase Press staff provides a thoughtful retrospective, looking back at 2025 in pop culture and beyond. All of us at The Fanbase Weekly wish to extend our immense thanks to the talented guests who have joined us this past year, as well as you – the listeners – for tuning in each week. We'll be back again in 202…

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Who Will Tennessee Hire To Replace Tim Banks As DC? Which UT Players Could Opt Out of the Music City Bowl? | RTI: Press Pass 1:16:35

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On this week's episode of the RTI: Press Pass, hosts Ryan Schumpert, Ric Butler, and Ryan Sylvia are breaking down a huge week in Tennessee Athletics. The guys begin the show by discussing Tennessee's huge move of firing defensive coordinator Tim Banks, what it means for the program, and some potential names to watch in the Vols' search. They then …

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Fanbase Feature: SERENITY 20th Anniversary Panel Discussion 1:56:03

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests David M. Booher (Eisner Award and GLAAD-nominated writer - All New Firefly, Canto, Killer Queens), Art Ebuen (Emmy Award-winning animator, writer – California, Inc.), and Ian Mondrick (writer – Stash Box, Tomb) to participate in a thorough discussion regar…

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Reacting to Tennessee's Loss to Vanderbilt, Big Picture Questions For the Vols | RTI: Press Pass 43:25

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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass as Ryan Schumpert, Ryan Sylvia, and Ric Butler are breaking down Tennessee's loss to Vanderbilt on Saturday and some of the big picture questions that are coming out of the game. - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.Roc…

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Breaking Down The Implications of Tennessee-Vanderbilt on Saturday | RTI: Press Pass 38:13

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On this pre-Thanksgiving episode of the RTI: Press Pass, hosts Ric Butler and Ryan Sylvia are diving into this weekend's high-stakes in-state rivalry game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt. The guys talk about the implications for the game on both sides, what Tennessee's defense needs to do to slow down Diego Pavia, and what the Vols' offense needs …

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#225: Thanksgiving Deals 17:24

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We talk turkey on some player moves (Tatis to NY?) and talk turkey about our best Thanksgiving memories as well.

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Fanbase Feature: THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY - PART 2 10th Anniversary Panel Discussion 1:57:35

1M ago1:57:35

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests Matthew Noe (Lead Collection & Knowledge Management Librarian for Harvard Medical School – Countway Library, board member of the Graphic Medicine International Collection and the American Library Association, Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table) and Art …

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Quick Takeaways From Tennessee Football's Win Over Florida in The Swamp | RTI: Press Pass 24:49

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Check out the latest episode of RTI: Press Pass as Ryan Sylvia and Ric Butler break down some of their quick thoughts from The Swamp after Tennessee's 31-11 win over the Florida Gators. - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @RockyTopInsider In…

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Can Tennessee Break The Streak Against Florida in The Swamp? | RTI: Press Pass 55:57

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On this week's episode of the RTI: Press Pass, hosts Ryan Sylvia, Ryan Schumpert, and Ric Butler are diving into Tennessee Football's upcoming game against Florida in The Swamp. The guys talk about the history of the matchup and the losing streak that the Vols are on in Gainesville, as well as what Tennessee needs to do to find a win and how that c…

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Ep. #279 - Will European Comics Seduce Hollywood & More 1:19:27

2M ago1:19:27

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In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Doc Wyatt (Essentials: Volume 1), N. Alessandro K (Super Science: Volume 1), and Brandon Auman (Creatures & Corridors) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including whether European comics will serve as source material for Hollywood, Disney's new AI-generated…

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Biggest Takeaways From Tennessee Football's Win Over New Mexico State | RTI: Press Pass 32:08

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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass as hosts Ryan Schumpert, Ryan Sylvia, and Ric Butler are breaking down Tennessee Football's 42-9 win over New Mexico State on Saturday afternoon in Knoxville. The guys talk about their biggest takeaways from the game, the Vols' backup quarterback situation, the next two games against Florida and V…

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Fanbase Feature: PREDATOR: BADLANDS Panel Discussion 2:28:18

2M ago2:28:18

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests Kraig Rasmussen (graphic novelist – Sojourners, Technopolis), David Accampo (writer – Fanbase Press' The Margins, Lost Angels, Spectral: A Showcase of Fear), Travis Rivas (founder – Super-Abled Comics, writer – Accidental Aliens, The Unstoppable Cherub), a…

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#224: Awards, Gambling and ... JBJ 18:20

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We are witnessing some of the best talent EVER... but is the gambling sullying everything? And where might you see Jackie Bradley Jr next year? Surprise surprise.

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Breaking Down The Different Paths For Tennessee Football's Final Three Games | RTI: Press Pass 44:36

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Check out an all-new episode of the RTI: Press Pass as hosts Ryan Schumpert, Ric Butler, and Ryan Sylvia are back from the bye week and talking about Tennessee Football once again. The guys share their thoughts on the final three-game stretch for Tennessee, the different outcomes that could come up, and a quick look at the New Mexico State game on …

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Ep. #278 - The AI Attack on Libraries, Education, & More 1:23:29

2M ago1:23:29

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In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Matthew Noe (Lead Collection & Knowledge Management Librarian, Harvard Medical School) and Tim Smyth (Educator / Reading Specialist / Eisner-nominated author - Teaching with Comics & Graphic Novels) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including AI's attacks o…

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#223: Epic! 21:45

2M ago21:45

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We root around the World Series for the nuggets others aren't talking about.The magic of Japanese pitchers and the irony of the low-salary guys being money for the Dodgers.

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Vols' Playoff Chances Dashed With Home Loss to Oklahoma | RTI: Press Pass 35:40

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Check out the Saturday night edition of the RTI Press Pass as hosts Ryan Schumpert, Ryan Sylvia, and Ric Butler are breaking down their thoughts on Tennessee's 33-27 loss to Oklahoma on Saturday night in Knoxville. - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com…

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Level 9.42 - Master Chief Is Storming The Shores Of Sony 1:01:24

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SUBSCRIBE NOW!!!! on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher & Audible. This week on the Press X to Start Gamer's Digest: DJ & Sean talk about Halo potentially ending the console war, The White House dropping game related AI slop, Xbox flailing through its' profit woes, Ghost of Yotei's nigh impossible boss and much more! Gaming News - Time code…

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What Are Tennessee's Biggest Keys to Winning Against Oklahoma on Saturday? | RTI: Press Pass 59:54

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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass podcast with hosts Ryan Schumpert, Ryan Sylvia, and Ric Butler. The guys start the show with some general talk around basketball and baseball before dropping a surprise announcement early in the show. The guys then get into a full preview for the Tennessee-Oklahoma game on Saturday including story…

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Tennessee Baseball HIRES Josh Elander As New HC! Why It Was The Correct Decision | RTI: Diamond Pass 30:15

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The Rocky Top Insider Diamond Pass is back with hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert discussing Tennessee baseball hiring Josh Elander is the program's new head coach and why it was the correct decision. The guys detail how Tennessee's recruiting success will continue with Elander and share their thoughts on his introductory press conference. All t…

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RTI Reaction: Tennessee Hangs 56 On Kentucky in Lexington 9:03

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Watch as RTI's Ric Butler and The Daily Times' Caleb Jarreau break down the Vols' 56-34 win over Kentucky on Saturday night in Lexington. - - - Stay connected to Rocky Top Insider for ALL of your Tennessee Sports news, content, and coverage: Online: www.RockyTopInsider.com Twitter: @RockyTopInsider Instagram: @RockyTopInsider TikTok & YouTube: @Roc…

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#222: Who Gets A Ring?! 26:15

2M ago26:15

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We give our World Series Predictions! Will Don Mattingly finally get a ring? We will also discuss Ring Stupidity and Gambling Stupidity!

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What's NEXT for Tennessee Baseball After Tony Vitello's Departure for MLB? | RTI: Diamond Pass 53:12

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The RTI: Diamond Pass is BACK with hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert breaking down the Tony Vitello departure from all angles. First, let's be happy for Tony and celebrate what this historic move means. But what's next for Tennessee? The guys discuss the names to know in the coaching search and Danny White's Wednesday press conference. Finally, …