Best Evan Smith Steve Travis Podcasts (2025)

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Steve Gelbs on Aaron Glenn, Mets broadcast booth, MLB free agency, and more 1:11:42

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Host Brandon Contes interviews New York Mets field reporter/play-by-play broadcaster Steve Gelbs. Brandon and Steve discuss a wide range of topics including Aaron Glenn's handling of the media, Steve's initial struggles on the Mets' broadcast and hesitation to move to play-by-play, and more. -2:07: New York Jets QB situation/Aaron Glenn/Aaron Rodge…

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Winning Streak 59:31

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The Nittany Lions now hold the nation's second longest winning streak after another 2-0 week! We recap an almost too close for comfort game on Veterans Day against Navy followed by another road rout in Philly for our matchup against La Salle. The heat gets turned back up again this week at home against Harvard (which Steve predicted preseason would…

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Joe Davis on World Series, Shohei Ohtani, Donald Trump in broadcast booth, and more 33:06

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox NFL and MLB broadcaster Joe Davis. Brandon and Joe review one of the best World Series ever, discussing Joe's favorite calls from the World Series and calls he wished he could redo. We also talk about accusations of bias because Joe also calls games for the LA Dodgers, Kevin Burkhardt's overnight trip from hosting…

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Chasing Losses 50:49

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Penn State starts 2-0 for the 4th consecutive season and did so in 2 wildly different fashions. We're back to break down the good, bad, and the ugly from week one of the 2025-26 season. After that, we preview what is expected to be the first 2 moderate tests of the young season with a Veterans Day matchup against Navy looming before the Nits hit th…

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Jordan Schultz on NFL trade deadline, Draymond Green, Pablo Torre, and more 1:03:59

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Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL insider, host of "The Schultz Report," and co-host of "Why Is Draymond Green Talking About Football?", Jordan Schultz. Brandon and Jordan discuss a wide range of topics including the craziness of the NFL trade deadline, Pablo Torre's take on insiders, working with Draymond Green, and being friends with Max Kellerm…

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Clog Up The Works 50:25

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Season 4 of SGF is just about here and this may be the most challenging one yet for us considering low expectations and new faces on the floor. We're back to give you our best guess as to how this team will look on Monday night after catching both exhibition games earlier this month. On top of this, we will preview the season opener Monday against …

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Michael Grady on Alex Rodriguez, Anthony Edwards, working for Prime and NBC, and more 1:02:34

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Voice of the Minnesota Timberwolves and NBA/WNBA play-by-play for Prime Video and NBC Michael Grady. Brandon and Michael discuss a wide range of topics including Alex Rodriguez owning the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards and the "Face of the League" talk, being able to call nationally televised games for two companies, a…

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Eric Collins on joining Prime Video, Vin Scully, calling Hornets games, and more 44:21

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Voice of the Charlotte Hornets Eric Collins. Brandon and Eric discuss a wide range of topics including his NFL broadcasting debut and his upcoming NBA work with Prime Video, working opposite Vin Scully at the Los Angeles Dodgers, calling Charlotte Hornets games while Michael Jordan was owner, and more. -2:12: Calling …

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Rich Podolsky shares incredible John Madden stories from his new book 46:40

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Host Brandon Contes interviews author Rich Podolsky, whose new book "Madden & Summerall--How They Revolutionized NFL Broadcasting" is out wherever you purchase your books. Brandon and Rich discuss stories from Rich's book, which takes us through the broadcasting careers of John Madden and Pat Summerall when they were at CBS Sports. Rich was a staff…

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Chase Daniel on Arch Manning, Jaxson Dart, calling football games, and more 44:19

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN football analyst and co-host of the "Scoop City" podcast, Chase Daniel. Brandon and Chase discuss a wide range of topics including how Kirk Herbstreit helped him call football games, Arch Manning's struggles, Jaxson Dart being the man on the New York Giants, and more. -1:55: Calling college football games -13:17:…

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Bryan Curtis on Jimmy Kimmel, Bill Simmons, Molly Qerim, and more 50:23

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Host Brandon Contes interviews editor-at-large at The Ringer and co-host for "The Press Box" podcast, Bryan Curtis. Brandon and Bryan discuss a wide range of topics including Jimmy Kimmel's suspension and reinstatement, Bill Simmons' influence on sports media, Molly Qerim leaving "First Take," Tom Brady's conflict of interest, and more. -2:13: Jimm…

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We Qualified for the Big Ten Tournament! 1:10:23

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The Big Ten schedule was released this week and we're back to break it down game by game to complete our predictions for the upcoming season! We also give you our 3 bold predictions each and talk a bit about what our personal expectations are for the team this year. We'll return in about a month to recap the two exhibition games and preview the hom…

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Evan Cohen on Molly Qerim, Stephen A. Smith, Howard Stern, and more 1:13:06

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Host Brandon Contes interviews co-host for ESPN's "Unsportsmanlike" Evan Cohen. Brandon and Evan discuss a wide range of topics including him working on "Morning Men" and "Unsportsmanlike," his reaction to Molly Qerim leaving "First Take" and guest hosting, his interaction with Howard Stern, and more. -2:08: ESPN Radio, hosting “Unsportsmanlike” -1…

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Kyle Long on his dad Howie, playing baseball, Travis Kelce, and more 48:52

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Host Brandon Contes interviews former NFL player and analyst on "The NFL Today +" Kyle Long. Brandon and Kyle discuss a wide range of topics including growing up with Howie Long as a father, getting drafted by the Chicago White Sox but deciding to play football instead, being friends with Travis Kelce, and more. -2:08: Chicago Bears Week 1 -15:22: …

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Rich Eisen on NFL-ESPN deal, hosting 'SportsCenter,' honoring Stuart Scott, and more 1:03:39

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Host Brandon Contes interviews host of "The Rich Eisen Show" and NFL Network Rich Eisen. Brandon and Rich discuss a wide range of topics including ESPN buying NFL Media and the NFL owning a piece of ESPN, hosting "SportsCenter" for the first time in over 20 years and paying tribute to Stuart Scott, "The Rich Eisen Show" moving to Disney+ and ESPN, …

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Name That Conference 4.0 1:00:16

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We're back to kick off season 4 of SGF with our annual game of Name That Conference, as the 2025-26 PSU non-conference schedule has been released. Evan and Steve go game by game and provide their thoughts on how year 3 of the Mike Rhoades era will kick off. We also talk about the buyout of the VCU home and home series and discuss Coach Rhoades beco…

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Bill Connelly on Bill Belichick, NIL, pro/rel in college football, and more 47:53

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN college football staff writer Bill Connelly. Brandon and Bill discuss a wide range of topics including Bill Belichick at North Carolina, NIL and the transfer portal, whether or not promotion/relegation can work in college football, and more. -1:54: Bill’s books, NIL, realignment, and network influence -16:04: Com…

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Damon Amendolara on Chris Russo, Mo Gaba, John Fisher, and more 1:09:32

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Damon Amendolara, host of "The D.A. Show With Babchik." Brandon and Damon discuss a wide range of topics including working for Chris "Mad Dog" Russo and having a show on SiriusXM's Mad Dog Sports Radio channel, Mo Gaba calling into Damon's radio show and Mo's legacy, being fed up with what John Fisher is doing to the …

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Verne Lundquist on 'Happy Gilmore 2,' legendary calls, the Masters, and more 1:18:10

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Host Brandon Contes interviews broadcasting legend Verne Lundquist. Brandon and Verne discuss a wide range of topics including Verne's time on the "Happy Gilmore" movies, the behind the scenes details of his iconic calls over his near 60-year career, his various broadcast partners, and more. -2:01: “Happy Gilmore 2” -15:35: Retirement/Iconic Master…

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Dan Orlovsky on re-signing with ESPN, being on TV, wild food takes, and more 54:02

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky. Brandon and Dan discuss a wide range of topics including staying at ESPN and whether or not he considered leaving, praying for Damar Hamlin and having his autistic son on air during World Autism Awareness Day, his various food takes, and more. -1:53: Staying at ESPN -15:51: Being at ESPN…

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The Penn State Basketball Story 48:03

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Not the outcome we were looking for out of TBT weekend but we are nonetheless back to recap all that went wrong for the Happy Valley Hoopers against the Raleigh 919 Legends Friday afternoon. We also ponder the question what will this Happy Valley Hoopers team look like next year should they return for Year 4 and who would make a welcome addition to…

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Howard Megdal on his Caitlin Clark book, Clark's popularity, WNBA growth, and more 48:32

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Host Brandon Contes interviews founder of The IX newsletter, The Next, and author of "Becoming Caitlin Clark," Howard Megdal. With the WNBA All-Star Game coming up, Brandon and Howard discuss his new book along with a wide range of topics including Caitlin Clark's talent and her rise in popularity, how the media covers Clark, the WNBA's role and it…

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TBT Week 37:52

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Steve, Evan, and Matt return to preview Round 1 of TBT as the Happy Valley Hoopers take on Raleigh 919 Legends in the 1v8 matchup of the James Madison regional! We also talk about a new addition to the Penn State roster and the 2025-26 non-conference schedules. Support the Happy Valley Hoopers here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-happy-valley-h…

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Dave Sims on being voice of the Yankees, torpedo bats, Boomer Esiason, and more 48:22

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Yankees radio play-by-play broadcaster Dave Sims. Brandon and Dave discuss a wide range of topics including replacing John Sterling as voice of the Yankees, the public overreaction of torpedo bats, responding to Boomer Esiason's criticism of taking a series off in May, and more. -1:49: Yankees talk, TV and radio -8:06…

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Tim Legler on NBA coverage, Damian Lillard, LeBron James, and more 55:52

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN NBA analyst and host of "The ALL NBA Podcast" Tim Legler. Brandon and Tim discuss a wide range of topics including how things like three point shooting and physicality in the NBA has changed since he played in the 90s, working at ESPN, the opportunity Damian Lillard has after being waived by the Milwaukee Bucks, …

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Fired Up (w/ Andrew Zoldan) 1:00:38

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Jam-packed episode this week! We discuss some schedule and player additions for Penn State Men's basketball Talk some more TBT with Inside the TBT Podcast host Andrew Zoldan Oh and by the way the NBA draft happened Check it all out! Support the show Follow us on X and Instagram @ShotsGottaFall Like us on Facebook at Shots Gotta Fall: The Penn State…

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Locked In (w/ John Harrar & Ross Condon) 42:43

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We're joined by Matt Shaffer this week to preview the 3rd consecutive year of Penn State Alumni participation in TBT, the million-dollar winner-take-all basketball tournament that will be starting up again July 18th. We're honored to be joined once again by Player/GM John Harrar and Head Coach Ross Condon of the Happy Valley Hoopers to talk about l…

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Jay Bilas on Cooper Flagg, NIL, NBA Draft, and more 55:18

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN college basketball and NBA analyst Jay Bilas. Brandon and Jay discuss a wide range of topics including Cooper Flagg going from Duke to the NBA Draft, the future of NIL amid the House vs. NCAA settlement, practicing law while being a broadcaster, and more. -:45: Cooper Flagg -14:47: Oklahoma City Thunder -16:37: N…

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Lose-Lose 42:46

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Some interesting news for Penn State Basketball since last we spoke including an international edition to the roster and a fairly divisive non-conference opponent. We get into it and a little bit more including details on Year 3 of Happy Valley Hoopers in TBT Support the show Follow us on X and Instagram @ShotsGottaFall Like us on Facebook at Shots…

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Noah Eagle on Ian Eagle, 'NBA on NBC,' Michael Jordan, and more 58:31

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Host Brandon Contes interviews "NBA on NBC" and "Big Ten Saturday Night" voice Noah Eagle. Brandon and Noah discuss a wide range of topics including how dad Ian Eagle is outside the broadcast booth, how the "NBA on NBC" will combine nostalgia with the current NBA product, being co-workers with Michael Jordan, working the Olympics with Dwyane Wade, …

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Mike Greenberg on Michael Jordan, 'Inside the NBA,' Shedeur Sanders, and more 1:00:44

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN's "Get Up!" and "Sunday NFL Countdown" host Mike Greenberg. Brandon and Mike discuss a wide range of topics including covering Michael Jordan in the early 90s, how "Inside the NBA" will do on ESPN, ESPN's strategy in covering Shedeur Sanders during the 2025 NFL Draft, and more. -:48: Growing up a Knicks fan -2:10…

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It's Bleak 48:17

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Yanic Konan Niederhauser is staying in the NBA draft and we're back to break down what that means both for him (yay) and for Penn State's '25-'26 season (not so yay). Does this really change the outlook for Penn State's season? Will YKN get a guaranteed NBA contract? Listen to find out our thoughts! Support the show Follow us on X and Instagram @Sh…

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James Hinchcliffe on Indy 500, Danica Patrick, Roger Penske, and more 28:06

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox IndyCar analyst and 2016 Indy 500 pole sitter James Hinchcliffe. With the 2025 Indy 500 approaching, Brandon and James discuss a wide range of topics including taking risks even after a near-fatal crash, working with Danica Patrick, how the series is going with Roger Penske owning a team as well as IndyCar, and mo…

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Numbers Guy 1:04:41

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We're back to breakdown a couple new additions to the roster for next season but does it really change the projections for the team? We spend most of the time discussing YKN's rising NBA draft stock and tackle the question: should he stay or should he go? Finally, we have some fun with Apple Reviews and ChatGPT Support the show Follow us on X and I…

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Curt Menefee on 'Fox NFL Sunday,' UFL, interviewing Eric Adams, and more 40:57

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Host Brandon Contes interviews "Fox NFL Sunday" host and Fox UFL play-by-play broadcaster Curt Menefee. Brandon and Curt discuss a wide range of topics including hosting "Fox NFL Sunday" and being a part of Jimmy Johnson's Pro Football Hall of Fame announcement, a look at the strengths and opportunities of the UFL, pressing New York City mayor Eric…

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Mark Immelman on the Masters, Tiger Woods, Jim Nantz, and more 47:40

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Host Brandon Contes interviews CBS Sports golf reporter Mark Immelman. Brandon and Mark discuss a wide range of topics including brother Trevor's 2008 Masters win, Tiger Woods' future, the upcoming PGA Championship, and more. -1:17: Which is harder? Playing golf or analyzing golf on TV? -2:14: Pointing out how difficult golf is on TV -3:28: Which i…

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Crickets 33:15

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Well we don't have much to talk about but we're back regardless with a new episode. We talk about the addition of Cincinnati transfer Josh Reed but, more importantly, the lack of additions. What this means for the prospects of a successful year 3 for Mike Rhoades and what we want to see the staff accomplish in the next few months (aside from the ob…

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Matt Miller on Shedeur Sanders, NFL Draft, Mel Kiper Jr. and more 47:15

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller. Brandon and Matt discuss a wide range of topics including Shedeur Sanders' drop in the NFL Draft, the lack of attention paid to Cam Ward and how Ward can use that to his advantage, Mel Kiper Jr.'s advice to Matt, and more. -:37: Post-draft routine -1:49: Green Bay as an NFL Draft ho…

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Chris Fallica on Lee Corso, 'College GameDay,' 'Big Noon Kickoff,' and more 1:09:08

7M ago1:09:08

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox Sports wagering expert and "Big Noon Kickoff" contributor Chris Fallica. Brandon and Chris discuss a wide range of topics including Lee Corso's retirement announcement, Corso's headgear picks on "College GameDay," "Big Noon Kickoff" challenging "GameDay," and more. -:44: Reaction to Lee Corso retiring -4:11: Worki…

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Dave LaGreca on WrestleMania, Cody Rhodes, John Cena, and more 40:52

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Host Brandon Contes interviews co-founder and host of "Busted Open" on SiriusXM Dave LaGreca. As WrestleMania approaches, Brandon and Dave discuss a wide range of topics including the lack of build for the non-main event WrestleMania matches, Cody Rhodes being the "Face of WWE," John Cena being an effective heel, and more. -:52: Dave’s Las Vegas sc…

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Gotta Get Someone (w/ Dan Earl) 1:02:12

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We're back to recap the week that was (not) for Penn State Basketball, including Miles Goodman's new home and a big swing and miss in the transfer portal. However, the bulk of the episode will be spent in conversation with 2025 NIT champion and former All Big Ten Penn State guard Dan Earl. We talk about the Chattanooga Mocs' miraculous late season …

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Tony Reali on hosting 'Around the Horn,' replacing Max Kellerman, end of show, and more 1:13:13

8M ago1:13:13

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Host Brandon Contes interviews longtime "Around the Horn" host Tony Reali. With the end of the series coming in May, Brandon and Tony discuss a wide range of topics including hosting "Around the Horn," sticking around as "Stat Boy" on "Pardon the Interruption, reaching out to Jay Mariotti, and more. -1:05: What will Tony miss most about “Around the…

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Hope Springs Eternal 55:09

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The 2024-25 College Basketball Season officially came to a close on Monday night and we can begin to look forward (or not) to year 3 of the Mike Rhoades era at PSU. We spend some extra time this episode diving into the longevity (or lack thereof) of the top freshman recruits from years past and wonder aloud if this is a sign of what's to come not j…

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Overstated 52:53

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Well it's probably a good thing we waited an extra day or two to record. Big news announced today as it pertains to the Penn State coaching staff. We get into it and share our thoughts on the returning coach. We'll also talk about Miles Goodman to the transfer portal, provide an update on the Happy Valley Hoopers, and catch you up on all things col…

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Ken Rosenthal on MLB Opening Day, Rob Manfred, Shohei Ohtani, and more 34:34

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Host Brandon Contes interviews Fox Sports MLB field reporter/The Athletic MLB insider Ken Rosenthal. With Opening Day upon us, Brandon and Ken discuss a wide range of topics including not liking the idea of the golden at-bat rule, not being retained at MLB Network and Ken's relationship with Rob Manfred, Shohei Ohtani being a star, and more. -:43: …

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Grades 1:16:28

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Evan and Steve are back together to hand out letter grades to the 2024-25 Penn State Nittany Lions! We also recap the results of our bold predictions made in the pre-season and touch on a couple departures to the transfer portal Support the show Follow us on X and Instagram @ShotsGottaFall Like us on Facebook at Shots Gotta Fall: The Penn State Bas…

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Ian Rapoport on Aaron Rodgers' free agency status, Jordan Schultz altercation, and more 36:22

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Host Brandon Contes interviews NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport. Brandon and Ian discuss a wide range of topics including Aaron Rodgers seeking a new team, Mike Mularkey's admission of feeding Ian false information, Jordan Schultz confronting Ian at Starbucks, and more. -:42: Knowing where Aaron Rodgers will go? -1:53: Who’s holding it up? -2:45: T…

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See Ya in the Bracket Challenge 28:43

8M ago28:43

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As expected, the 2024-2025 season has officially come to a close. Evan talks about the NCAA Tournament, the NIT and the College Basketball Crown (spoilers, he does not approve of the new kid on the block). He also announces the 2025 SGF Bracket Challenge...where we'll join our friends at the Happy Valley Hoopers to help raise funds for their partic…

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Seth Davis on March Madness, Charles Barkley, Caitlin Clark, and more 43:28

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Host Brandon Contes interviews CBS Sports college basketball analyst and Hoops HQ co-founder Seth Davis. As March Madness approaches, Brandon and Seth discuss a wide range of topics including how expanding the tournament is a good thing, Charles Barkley's generosity, Caitlin Clark's TIME Magazine interview, and more. -:50: What would today’s NCAA T…

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Season Over (?) - 100th Episode! 40:55

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A quite surprising end to a disappointing season took place on Saturday as Penn State defeated the Wisconsin Badgers on the road for the first time in 30 years. Evan and Steve break down the conflicted feelings associated with this bittersweet ending and try to figure out what the postseason situation is this year thanks to the addition of a new po…