Best Steve Chalk Podcasts (2025)

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The Big Ten's worst idea ever, Dari Nowkhah talks John Mateer, Brent Venables & new gig 1:30:56

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The Big Ten has come up with the worst idea ever. That's saying something. Connor and Will dig into the conference's proposed Playoff idea and why it blows chunks. SEC Network/KREF host Dari Nowkhah joined the show to discuss all things Oklahoma, including John Mateer, Brent Venables, his new gig, witnessing OU's most brutal stretch ever and much m…

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10 Chaos Scenarios for 2025, Paul Martin talks origins & feedback from "Any Given Saturday" 1:57:17

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Football is so ... close. That makes it the perfect time to talk all things Chaos Scenarios for 2025. The guys dig into all the different things that CAN happen, and why it would be chaotic for the sport. "Any Given Saturday" executive producer Paul Martin joined the show to discuss the origins of the show, as well as the feedback he's gotten from …

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Drafting SEC teams, Jalin Hyatt talks Vols, offseason transformation & new teammates 1:44:20

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It's our final Draft pod of 2025! Connor, Will and Adam Spencer Draft SEC teams for 2025 with a new scoring system. Who won the Draft? Tennessee legend and current New York Giants receiver Jalin Hyatt joined the show on behalf of World of Hyatt to talk all things Vols, his offseason transformation and his new teammates with the Giants. The guys clo…

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SEC fall camp storylines I actually care about, Ari Wasserman on Nico Iamaleava, breakups & Deion Sanders 1:39:34

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It's the final offseason month pod of the year! With fall camp rolling out, the guys break down SEC fall camp storylines that I actually care about, including the DJ Lagway injury, the Boo Carter drama, physical transformations, Brian Kelly's "Death Valley Jr." and more. On3's Ari Wasserman joined the show to discuss Nico Iamaleava, breakups & Deio…

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What if SEC chalk plays out in 2025? Jordan Rodgers talks bold SEC QB rankings 1:49:09

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We're no longer in-person, but we've got a loaded show. With the preseason SEC media ballots out, the guys discuss what it would look like if chalk actually played out. SEC Network's Jordan Rodgers joined the show from Atlanta to discuss his bold SEC QB rankings, and why he's not as bullish on a certain polarizing signal-caller as everyone else. Th…

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Arch Madness, the preseason All-SEC QB debate, Danny Wuerffel & Jamaal Charles interviews 1:28:51

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It's another live pod from Atlanta! The guys recap Days 2-3 of SEC Media Days. Arch Manning took the stage for Arch Madness. What did the guys think of him? How did John Mateer and DJ Lagway come across? The guys discussed all of that, as well why Hugh Freeze doesn't have much to sell anymore, and why Kalen DeBoer had a key response to Connor's que…

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Ep 80 - Paul Roraback (Paragon, Grammatrain, Bloodgood) 57:42

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In this episode, we chatted with drummer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Roraback of Grammatrain, PJ Bostic, Bloodgood, One Bad Pig, Paragon, and more. Our great conversation covered Paul's musical upbringing, his career, his new album, and we even delved into the power of prayer. Check it out! PJ Bostic: https://pjbostic.com/music Grammatrain demo:…

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Nick Saban returning to coaching? Day 1 SEC Media Days storylines, JD PicKell interview 1:17:53

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We're live in Atlanta, so naturally, Nick Saban dominated the conversation after Greg McElroy put that into the universe. We discussed the idea of Saban returning to coaching, where would make sense and why it's not the college game. The guys discussed all of the Day 1 SEC Media Days storylines, including the Diego Pavia rules, Austin Simmons gets …

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Talkin' Season has arrived, Matt Flynn talks LSU, wild career & new media gig 1:39:11

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It's that time of year. Talkin' Season has officially arrived. The guys preview some SEC Media Days storylines and dig into some noteworthy comments that came from Big 12 Media Days. LSU legend Matt Flynn joined the show to discuss LSU, his wild football career and his new media gig in Baton Rouge. Matt is also the founder and CEO of MyHy (drinkmyh…

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Drafting 21st Century SEC Flag Football Teams, Josh Pate on his favorite players, Auburn & marriage team 1:42:38

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It's a Draft Day pod! We're drafting the ultimate 21st Century SEC Flag Football Teams! Who made the cut for our 5-on-5 squads? Who got left off? Josh Pate joined the show to discuss a variety of topics, including his favorite CFB players, weird Auburn vibes, his marriage team and much more. The guys closed with Lad of the Week! Learn more about yo…

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Is "We Want Bama" dead? Pat Dooley talks DJ Lagway hype, Steve Spurrier & Billy Napier's future 1:35:52

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There are some sub-6-foot QBs who apparently want Bama. The guys dig into what that means for Bama's national conversation and if Kalen DeBoer can correct the troubling trend from 2024. Longtime Florida reporter and current host of Another Dooley Noted Podcast Pat Dooley joined the show to discuss the DJ Lagway hype, Steve Spurrier stories and Bill…

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The 2025 All-Bang The Drum Team, Wake Forest coach Jake Dickert talks Mateer love, modern CFB & unique background 1:52:56

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It's the 2025 All-Bang The Drum Team! Connor rolls out his annual lists of SEC dudes that he's going to bat for this season. Wake Forest coach Jake Dickert joined the show to discuss his transition from Washington State, coaching elite quarterbacks, why he's so bullish on John Mateer, coaching modern football, his unique background and more. The gu…

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Ep 79 - Rage of Angels 1:34:12

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On this album, we discuss one of the greatest one hit wonders of Christian rock history, Rage of Angels. This Conneticut-based band sounded like they were straight off the Sunset Strip, but it quickly fell apart when mainstream band Steelheart poached a couple members. PFR kickstarter: http://kck.st/3TgDLH1 David & the Giants: https://spoti.fi/403p…

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The wild Vince Marrow move & what the House settlement means for college football with Kristi Dosh 1:26:20

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We've got ... a coaching move in June? Yeah, Vince Marrow leaving Kentucky for Louisville had a ton of big-picture implications. The guys discuss that. Author of The Athlete's NIL Playbook and Forbes' Kristi Dosh joined the show to answer 10 questions on the House settlement and what it means for the new era of college football. The guys close with…

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Drafting 2025 Comeback Candidates, Aaron Murray talks Arch Manning take, Carson Beck fallout & SEC QBs 1:40:53

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It's a Draft Day pod! The guys draft 2025 Comeback Candidates. That includes players, coaches, vibes and more. Georgia legend Aaron Murray discusses his Arch Manning skepticism, the Carson Beck fallout, SEC quarterbacks and much more. The guys close with Lad of the Week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Greg Sankey got everyone upset, Michael Katz talks Lane Kiffin, Austin Simmons introduction & Pete Golding 1:10:32

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It's a loaded late-May pod after SEC commissioner Greg Sankey got everyone upset at SEC Spring Meetings. What's fair and what's not fair with his perspective on Playoff expansion? Connor broke that all down. Ole Miss beat reporter Michael Katz joined the show to discuss Lane Kiffin, Austin Simmons' introduction, Pete Golding and more. Connor closed…

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Playoff era things we already forgot about, Adam Sparks talks Tennessee's new dilemma & Nico Iamaleava fallout 1:44:27

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How much have you already forgotten from the Playoff era? Don't worry. We've got you covered. The guys discuss Playoff era things that we already forgot about. Knoxville News Sentinel's Adam Sparks discusses Tennessee's new dilemma with its state law vs. the SEC, the Nico Iamaleava fallout and what to expect from Tennessee in 2025. The guys close w…

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Who wins it all in 2025? Shehan Jeyarajah talks wild Big 12, Jimbo's future & 2023 Michigan fallout 1:30:53

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It's a loaded mid-May pod with an all-important question to answer. Who wins a national title in 2025? The guys continue their 2-part Playoff prediction series by mapping out the bracket and how each matchup will play out. CBS Sports' Shehan Jeyarajah joined the show to discuss the Auburn-Baylor opener, the wild Big 12, Jimbo Fisher's future and th…

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Ep 78 - After School Special Episode 1:45:36

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On this "very special" episode of Christian Geeks Rockcast, we dive into 10 songs that tackle the tough issues of the day--abortion, drunk driving, suicide and more. We hear tunes from Petra, Crumbacher, Barren Cross, Bloodgood, Holy Soldier, AD and more. Lost Dogs Kickstarter: http://kck.st/3YkEPNb Prayer Chain Kickstarter: http://kck.st/3GDCDKv L…

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Predicting the 12-team Playoff, David Hale talks Clemson's return, Mike Norvell's last stand & ACC relevance 1:57:22

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It's a Playoff prediction pod! For Part 1 of the 2-part Playoff prediction squad, Connor lays out his 12-team field for 2025. Who gets left out? Who gets the No. 1 seed? The guys dig into that. ESPN's David Hale joined the show to discuss his Buc-ee's bet, Clemson's return, Mike Norvell's last stand, ACC relevance and more. The guys close with Lad …

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Drafting 2026 SEC 1st-Rounders, Berry Tramel talks Oklahoma, Lincoln Riley & Josh Heupel 1:41:39

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The NFL Draft is in the books, but the guys are turning the page to 2026. Connor and Will drafted the SEC players that they believe will be 1st-Round picks next year. Is there disagreement with No. 1 overall? The Tulsa World's Berry Tramel joined the show to discuss all things Oklahoma, including Brent Venables' job security, Lincoln Riley hatred a…

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Can't-miss SEC Draft predictions, Jacob Hester talks NFL Draft storylines & LSU's pivotal 2025 1:34:10

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It's NFL Draft week! The guys have a ton of NFL Draft thoughts with some can't-miss SEC predictions. Who will be the first SEC player picked? Where will Jalen Milroe come off the board? Will the Falcons actually pick a Georgia player? The guys dig into all of that and more. LSU legend Jacob Hester joined the show to discuss all things NFL Draft, as…

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The Tennessee-Nico Iamaleava breakup, Manny Diaz talks unique roots, Darian Mensah & Miami exit 1:24:44

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It's a semi-emergency pod to talk all things Nico Iamaleava-Tennessee breakup. How did this happen and what does it mean for all parties? Could this be a monumental moment for college athletics? Connor and Will discuss that. Plus, Duke coach Manny Diaz joined the show to discuss his unique coaching roots, Darian Mensah, his Miami exit and so much m…

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Televised spring games are dead, Sam Pittman talks Petrino, handling the hot seat & UT wins 1:28:46

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Florida has FINALLY ended the SEC's national title drought. The guys open the pod discussing the Gators run to a hoops title. Plus, a breakdown of why televised spring games in the SEC are dead. Arkansas coach Sam Pittman joined the show to discuss Year 1 with Bobby Petrino, handling the hot seat, fixing spring football, an update on the slobbering…

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Ep 77 - 77's / Seventy Sevens 1:38:40

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With episode 77, we had to revisit the 77s, and what better album to review than the self-titled 1987 Seventy Sevens. So many 7s! This album, also known as the Island record, was supposed to catapult the band to stardom, but a little band called U2 had other plans. Lost Dogs Kickstart: Swirling Eddies: Other links- www.geeksrockcast.com Merch: http…

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Deion Sanders' massive new deal, Cole Cubelic talks Auburn offense, Ryan Williams & Kirby Smart comments 1:36:38

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Deion Sanders just got PAID. The guys break down the national significance of the Colorado coach's new deal, and if there's lessons to be learned from his success in Boulder. Cole Cubelic joined the show to discuss if Auburn is a basketball school, Jackson Arnold, Ryan Williams vs. Cam Coleman, Kirby Smart's comments and much more. The guys close w…

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1 take on every Core 4 team, Billy Liucci talks Elko vs. Jimbo, Marcel Reed & Texas' Year 1 in the SEC 1:35:49

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It's a perfect time of year to learn about every Core 4 team. Connor and Will dig into a fact about each Core 4 team to make you sound smarter. TexAgs' Billy Liucci joined the show to discuss all things A&M, Marcel Reed, what really happened with the Micah Hudson situation, Texas' Year 1 in the SEC and more. The guys close with some love for John C…

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Can SEC basketball overtake football? Adam Breneman talks elite young coaches, Beau Pribula & lazy comps 1:16:03

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It's March Madness season, but we've got a way to still discuss some football. Can SEC basketball ever overtake SEC football? And if so, what would that look like? Former Penn State tight and current college football analyst Adam Breneman joined the show to discuss the elite young coaches in college football, what Mizzou is getting with Beau Pribul…

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The 10 worst contracts in college football, Ryan McGee talks Vols, Fulmer frustration & '90s ESPN 2:12:21

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We have a LOADED show. Connor and Will break down the 10 worst contracts in college football. Who should be No. 1? Who just missed the cut? ESPN's Ryan McGee joined the show to discuss a variety of topics, including where Tennessee fans should be heading into 2025, stories from his early days at ESPN and why Marty & McGee works so well. The guys cl…

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Ep 76 - Newsboys / Read All About It 1:29:12

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With the Newsboys in the news lately (no pun intented), we thought we would go back and cover their 1988 debut album with Refuge Records, Read All About It. For this release, they were a young Australian band with completely different members and sound than the one today. Ric Cua 40th: http://rickcua.com/index.php/store/ Johnny Simmons (GC drummer)…

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SEC Draft things I don't understand, Alyssa Lang on viral Diego Pavia moment & South Carolina buzz 1:34:50

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Is the ACC going to implode in 2030? The guys discuss that. Plus, SEC Draft things that Connor doesn't understand like why Shemar Stewart was so incapable of getting sacks at Texas A&M. ESPN's Alyssa Lang joined the show to discuss her viral moment with Diego Pavia, the South Carolina buzz, her career, the ideal wedding menu and much more. The guys…

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The 2025 All-Overhyped Team! Paul Finebaum talks moving, Lane Kiffin's future & clicking with Bill Clinton 1:42:50

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It's a new era of the SDS Podcast. After a mini break, Connor and Will are back to discuss/invent the 2025 All-Overhyped Team. Who made the cut? Who should've? The guys break it all down. Paul Finebaum joined the show to discuss a variety of topics, including his move back to Alabama, his back-and-forth with Matt Rhule, Lane Kiffin's future, his 1-…

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What we know halfway through the 2020s, Derek Peterson on OU & early Heisman bets 1:28:14

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The guys start off the show with an announcement on some offseason plans and changes moving forward. They also dig into what we know halfway through the 2020s decade with coaching trends, team of the decade (so far), best season, etc. SDS' Derek Peterson joined the show to discuss all things Oklahoma, plus some Heisman bets and whether one should b…

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The 2025 Non-QB Heisman Draft! Who has the best path? 1:19:04

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It's Draft Season! Well, sort of. The guys complete their first draft of the offseason with the 2025 Non-QB Heisman Draft. Connor and Will each make 5 selections for the non-QB who could win the Heisman in 2025. They close with some Eagles love in Lad of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep 75 - Deliverance / Self-titled 1:35:23

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Back to the metal on episode 75 with thrash metal masters Deliverance with their first, self-titled album from Intense Records (1989). Enjoy the news, rants, and the review of this amazing album. Swirling Eddies/Adam Again: https://bit.ly/4aPzDWy Jyro LaVilla/La Monde Bear: https://beacons.ai/jlvmzk Aunt Bettys: http://kck.st/4h8S2jt other links: w…

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The 2025 SEC Coach Hot Seat Index, Trey Wallace on the future of spring games & Tennessee 1:59:29

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Let's talk hot seat! Connor and Will discuss the hot seat index for each SEC coach heading into 2025 based on a 1-10 scale. Outkick's Trey Wallace joined the show to discuss all things Tennessee and the future of spring games. The guys close with some Super Bowl talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Alabama finally gets Ryan Grubb, Neil Blackmon talks Lagway, Napier play-calling & 2025 outlook 1:11:47

7M ago1:11:47

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Finally, Alabama landed Ryan Grubb. The guys dig into the Tide's new OC and what it meant that Kalen DeBoer opted for a reunion. SDS' Neil Blackmon joined the show to discuss DJ Lagway, Billy Napier's play-calling and Florida's 2025 outlook. The guys close with Lad of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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4 plays away, Brooks Austin talks Mike Bobo, Carson Beck & SEC QBs 1:32:02

7M ago1:32:02

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What better way to put a bow on the 2024 season than to show how every SEC team was 4 plays away from making the Playoff? The guys get every team into the Playoff by revisiting those 4 plays. Sports Illustrated's Brooks Austin joined the show to talk Mike Bobo, Carson Beck and SEC QBs for 2025. The guys close with Will's apology song to the Midwest…

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Early SEC QB rankings, Jim Dunaway on DeBoer's weird Year 1 & Bama's future 2:00:20

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In the first official offseason pod ... QB rankings? You bet. The guys dig into some way-too-early SEC QB rankings for 2025. Who starts at No. 1? Who missed the top 10? The Next Round's Jim Dunaway joined the show to discuss Kalen DeBoer's weird Year 1, why the Ryan Grubb move hasn't happened yet, Ty Simpson and more. The guys close with an updated…

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Takeaways from Ohio State's title & Way-Too-Early Top 10 for 2025 1:30:17

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Ohio State has ended the drought and claimed a $20 million national title. The guys dig into that with takeaways from the Buckeyes fending off Notre Dame. Can this be replicated? And how should we describe this run in a new era of the sport? The guys close with Connor's Way-Too-Early Top 10 for 2025 and Lad of the Week Learn more about your ad choi…

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SEC Transfer Portal Superlatives! Bobby Carpenter talks national title & young Marcus Freeman 1:37:13

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It's a loaded pod for the people with portal and national championship discussion. Connor and Will discuss SEC Transfer Portal Superlatives with a variety of categories, including the biggest non-QB transfer, the toughest loss, the most intriguing what-if and more! Ohio State great Bobby Carpenter joined the show to discuss all things Buckeyes, loo…

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Ep 74 - Altar Boys / GLM 1:21:34

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We kick off 2025 with a breakdown of the classic 1986 album from the Altar Boys, Gut Level Music. One of the first albums released on Frontline Records, it marked a big step forward in sound and maturity for the legendary SoCal band. Petra concert review: links: https://www.soundlinkmagazine.com/best-for-last-tour-with-kimber-jake-rager-petra/ www.…

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Texas drops CFP thriller, the Marcus Freeman-Brian Kelly discussion & Carson Beck to Miami 1:18:00

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It's a CFP semifinal recap pod! The guys discuss what went wrong for Texas in its thrilling loss to Ohio State, including what Steve Sarkisian will want back from that matchup. The guys dig into whether Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame won the Brian Kelly breakup. Plus, some thoughts on Carson Beck to Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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The SEC isn't dead, Cotton Bowl preview, Kris Budden talks 2024 experiences 1:23:25

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It's a loaded Playoff preview pod! The guys discuss whether the SEC is actually dead, plus they have a full breakdown of the Cotton Bowl matchup between Texas and Ohio State. ESPN's Kris Budden joined the show to discuss the year that was, including whether Penn State can win a national title, the change in perception at Texas, field-storming at Au…

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Georgia crumbles, Texas survives Skattebo, maddening Kiffin & Bama's blunder 1:51:00

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The CFP quarterfinals were ... eventful. The guys discuss what went wrong with Georgia in its loss to Notre Dame, Will's experience witnessing Texas surviving Cam Skattebo and Arizona State, Alabama's blunder vs. Michigan, South Carolina's missed opportunity vs. Illinois, maddening Lane Kiffin after Ole Miss' blowout win vs. Duke, LSU's dominant vi…

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Will Georgia & Texas reach the CFP semis? SEC bowl recaps (so far) 1:49:40

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It's a loaded pod with tons to preview and recap. The guys break down CFP quarterfinal matchups between Texas and Arizona State, as well as Georgia and Notre Dame. Will both SEC teams advance? Plus, the guys recap SEC bowl games from Florida, Oklahoma, Vandy, Arkansas and A&M, and they close with some Jimmy Carter love in Lad of the Week Learn more…

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The Ultimate SEC Bowl Preview! Quinn Ewers talks Sarkisian, Arch & CFP 1:44:24

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It's a loaded, bowl-heavy episode of The Saturday Down South Podcast. The guys preview every non-Playoff SEC bowl game, with Oklahoma-Navy, Georgia Tech-Vanderbilt, Texas Tech-Arkansas, Texas A&M-USC, Iowa-Mizzou, Alabama-Michigan, South Carolina-Illinois, Baylor-LSU and Duke-Ole Miss. Texas QB Quinn Ewers joined the show on half of Dick's Sporting…

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Takeaways from Playoff blowouts galore & looking ahead to the quarterfinals 1:14:35

8M ago1:14:35

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The first round of the first ever 12-team Playoff was ... loaded with duds. The guys share takeaways from the lopsided weekend with in-depth looks at what played out for Texas and Tennessee. Plus, they spun it forward with a look to the quarterfinal matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep 73 - Adam Again / Homeboys 1:23:11

8M ago1:23:11

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On our final episode of a great 2024, Steve and Britt discuss the third album from the lengendary band Adam Again, Homeboys. Often overshadowed by their genius next album, Dig, 1990's Homeboys proves to still be an incredible listen even after almost 35 years. www.geeksrockcast.com FB: https://fb.com/christiangeeksrockcast IG: https://www.instagram…

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1st Round Playoff Preview! NFL legend Brian Dawkins talks career, Clemson & modern tackling 1:31:44

8M ago1:31:44

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The Playoff is here! Connor and Will have a full preview for Clemson-Texas and Tennessee-Ohio State, as well as why Georgia fans should be rooting for Indiana this weekend. NFL legend Brian Dawkins joined the show on behalf of Boehringer & Lilly to raise awareness for the It Takes 2 campaign. The guys closed with a draft of Playoff teams. Learn mor…