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Big Deal or No Big Deal, ESPYs Recap, Mike Scarborough on LSU

Hour Two features a round of Big Deal or No Big Deal as we react to the ESPYs. Mike Scarborough joins us to break down the latest in LSU football. Plus, mid-show chaos ensues as Alondra and Cassi decide to order chick fil a breakfast mid show.

Jul 18, 202547 min

SEC Champ Contenders, & Who Won Media Days

We kick off Hour One with Alondra’s recap of the UFC 318 press conference in New Orleans. Then we dive into which teams can actually contend for the SEC title, who’s headed for the bottom, and whether LSU inspired more confidence after Media Days. Plus, we debate who really “won” SEC Media Days.

Jul 18, 202547 min

Wrapping SEC Media Days: Final Win Total Predictions & Takeaways

In Hour Three, we wrap up an eventful week at SEC Media Days with our win total predictions for the final teams that took the stage. Plus, our closing thoughts and biggest takeaways from Atlanta.

Jul 17, 202542 min

John Nabors on Arkansas Football, Gary Stokan Talks Peach Bowl & LSU History

Hour Two starts with John Nabors breaking down Arkansas football’s outlook and reliving the Hogs’ cursed baseball season. Then Peach Bowl CEO Gary Stokan joins the show to discuss the Peach Bowl’s legacy and LSU’s past appearances in Atlanta.

Jul 17, 202554 min

Final Day of SEC Media Days: Best Performances, Misses & What’s Ahead

On the final day of SEC Media Days, we recap the hits and misses from each school and debate which programs made the strongest impression this week. Plus, we look ahead to the final slate of interviews and storylines in Atlanta.

Jul 17, 202547 min

Greg Sankey Joins, Billy Liucci on Aggie Football & Ask the Bench

Hour Three kicks off with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. Then Billy Liucci joins us to talk Texas A&M football and expectations for the Aggies this season. We close things out with Ask the Bench.

Jul 16, 202547 min

SEC Media Days: Georgia’s Dominance, Shane Beamer’s Impact & Cole Cubelic on Bama

In Hour Two from SEC Media Days, we discuss Kirby Smart’s continued dominance at Georgia and Shane Beamer’s trajectory at South Carolina. Plus, Cole Cubelic joins us to break down Alabama’s

Jul 16, 202546 min

Live from SEC Media Days: Blake Shapen, Jeff Lebby & Mississippi State Talk

We’re live from SEC Media Days! Hour One kicks off with Mississippi State QB Blake Shapen, followed by head coach Jeff Lebby as we dive into the direction of the Bulldogs’ program heading into 2025.

Jul 16, 202546 min

Jamaal Charles vs. Jake Beef, MLB All-Star Game, Zac Cowan Returns to LSU

Hour Three gets personal with Jamaal Charles firing one-sided shots at Jake. We also recap the MLB All-Star Game and the draft, including LSU pitcher Zac Cowan going undrafted and officially returning to Baton Rouge.

Jul 15, 202546 min

SEC Win Totals Breakdown: Over/Under Predictions for Every Team

In Hour Two, we run through the projected win totals for every SEC team and give our picks on whether they’ll hit the over or under. Who’s primed to surprise—and who’s in for a rough year?

Jul 15, 202547 min

SEC Media Days Day One Recap: Who Stood Out & What to Watch For

Hour One recaps a busy Day One at SEC Media Days, breaking down all the teams, coaches, and players who took the podium. We discuss who stood out, key storylines that emerged, and what we’re looking forward to as the week continues.

Jul 15, 202547 min

Senior Bowl Director Drew Fabianich Joins the Show, Looking Ahead to the 2025 CFB Season

Hour Three features a conversation with the new director of the Panini Senior Bowl as we discuss what’s ahead for the premier college showcase. Plus, we look ahead to storylines, players, and teams to watch for the 2025 college football season.

Jul 14, 202546 min

SEC Media Days: Garrett Nussmeier Joins the Show

We’re still live from SEC Media Days in Atlanta! As Greg Sankey speaks in the background, we catch up with LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier to talk about his offseason, expectations for 2025, and more from the heart of college football.

Jul 14, 202547 min

Live from SEC Media Days! Vibes from Atlanta, CFB Hall of Fame & SEC Dark Horses

Hour One kicks off live from SEC Media Days in Atlanta! We talk about the vibe around the event, visiting the College Football Hall of Fame, and the excitement building for the upcoming football season. Plus, we break down which teams could be dark horses in the SEC this year.

Jul 14, 202547 min

Saints Mount Rushmore: Best & Worst Players, Plus Ask the Bench

Hour Three gets spicy as we build both the best and worst Mount Rushmore of all-time Saints players. Who makes the cut—and who absolutely shouldn’t have? We wrap things up, as always, with Ask the Bench.

Jul 11, 202546 min

Recruiting Talk with Zack Nagy, Tyrann Mathieu & Foster Moreau’s LSU Mount Rushmore

Hour Two kicks off with more recruiting insight from Zack Nagy as we continue tracking LSU’s summer momentum. We also talk weekend plans and how we’re prepping for the fast-approaching football season. Plus, we listen to Tyrann Mathieu and Foster Moreau’s takes on their LSU Mount Rushmore.

Jul 11, 202547 min

LSU Lands 4-Star Lamar Brown, Defensive Impact & Recruiting Breakdown

Hour One focuses on LSU’s big recruiting win as the Tigers land 4-star defensive standout Lamar Brown. We break down what his commitment means for the future of the defense and dive into the latest trends and targets on LSU’s recruiting trail.

Jul 11, 202546 min

Tour de France Update, Munchies with Chef Johnson, DJ LeMahieu DFA’d

Hour Three rolls on with the latest from the Tour de France, a fresh round of Munchies with Chef Michael Johnson, and reaction to the surprising news that former LSU star DJ LeMahieu has been designated for assignment.

Jul 10, 202546 min

Reacting to the Saints’ New Helmets, Favorite NFL Uniforms of All Time

Hour Two starts with our first impressions of the Saints’ brand-new helmets and whether they’re a hit or miss. Then we dive into a nostalgic and heated debate about our favorite NFL uniforms of all time—classics, alternates, and everything in between.

Jul 10, 202547 min

Teams Banned from the MyHy List, Revisiting Deshaun Foster’s Presser, CFB 26 Talk

Hour One kicks off with a debate over which teams are officially banned from the MyHy List. We revisit Deshaun Foster’s media day's press conference from last year, then wrap with some thoughts and hype around College Football 26.

Jul 10, 202547 min

NFL Skill Group Rankings for 2025, Tay Tay’s NFL Story & Ask the Bench

Hour Three opens with another edition of Dear Delondra, then we dive into the NFL’s rankings of wide receiver, tight end, and running back groups for the 2025 season. Tay Tay brings us his NFL Story of the Day Day, and we wrap things up with Ask the Bench.

Jul 9, 202546 min

Tour de France Update, Viral Golf Fight Breakdown, Would You Rather Wednesday

Hour Two rolls on with the latest from the Tour de France before we dive into the now-viral golf course fight video—yes, we break it down like it’s game film. Then we bring the fun with a fresh round of Would You Rather Wednesday.

Jul 9, 202547 min

Is Tiger Woods the GOAT Athlete? Heated Debate + SEC Media Days Player List Reaction

Hour One starts off fiery with a spirited debate over whether Tiger Woods is the greatest athlete of all time—and whether golfers qualify as elite athletes at all. We also break down the list of players headed to SEC Media Days and what it tells us about each program heading into 2025.

Jul 9, 202546 min

Nick Underhill Talks Saints, Teaching 11 & 12 Personnel, One Last Ask the Bench

Hour Three kicks off with Nick Underhill giving us the latest on the Saints heading into camp. The guys break down 11 and 12 personnel for Alondra (and maybe some listeners too), and we wrap up with a single—but solid—Ask the Bench question to close the show.

Jul 8, 202546 min

Breaking Down LSU’s 2025 Schedule, OTB Mailbag, Justin Timberlake’s Bangers & Solo Artist Debates

Hour Two starts with a full breakdown of LSU’s 2025 football schedule and the key matchups to watch. We dive into the OTB Mailbag, debate Justin Timberlake’s banger-filled catalog, and ask: which solo artist became bigger after leaving their group?

Jul 8, 202547 min

Tour de France Talk, SEC Media Days Preview, LSU’s 2025 RB Room & Play Calling Breakdown

Hour One covers a wide range—starting with the latest from the Tour de France before shifting into a preview of SEC Media Days. We also break down LSU’s running back room heading into 2025 and take a closer look at the Tigers’ play calling from last season.

Jul 8, 202547 min

Ranking SEC QBs Continues, Devin Snow on Pelicans Draft

Hour Three keeps the SEC football talk rolling as we continue ranking the conference’s quarterbacks heading into 2025. Devin Snow joins us to break down the Pelicans’ draft strategy and picks, and we wrap up the show with a watch of Joey Chestnut’s epic intro.

Jul 7, 202546 min

Weekend Winners, Flynn Breaks Down Cade Klubnik, Tiering SEC Quarterbacks

Hour Two starts with Weekend Winners Matt gives an in-depth breakdown of Cade Klubnik’s game, and we wrap the hour by sorting SEC quarterbacks into tiers heading into the 2025 season.

Jul 7, 202546 min

LSU Lands Key Weekend Commits, SEC Media Days Preview, 4th of July Weekend Recap

Hour One kicks off with a look at the big commitments LSU picked up over the weekend and what they mean for the Tigers’ 2025 class. We also preview the storylines heading into SEC Media Days and recap all the fun from our 4th of July weekend.

Jul 7, 202546 min

Gaelic Football, Why Irish Folks Love Americans, Munchies with Chef Johnson, 4th of July Fun Facts

Hour 3 kicks off with a look into the world of Gaelic football and a discussion on why Irish people seem to love Americans. Chef Michael Johnson joins us for a festive edition of Munchies, and we sprinkle in some fun facts to get you ready for the 4th of July.

Jul 3, 202547 min

Jay Johnson Recaps LSU’s 2025 Season, Jersey Ad Patches Coming?

Hour Two features LSU head coach Jay Johnson as he joins us to reflect on the Tigers’ 2025 championship season and what comes next for the program. We also dive into the growing buzz around LSU exploring the idea of adding advertising patches to their jerseys.

Jul 3, 202547 min

Aaron Murray Breaks Down SEC Quarterbacks

Hour One kicks off with some Fourth of July fun before we’re joined by Aaron Murray to dive into the SEC quarterback landscape. From breakout candidates to proven vets, we break down who’s set to shine in 2025.

Jul 3, 202547 min

Roddy Jones on LSU vs. Clemson, Is LSU Overhyping the Opener?

Hour Three starts with Roddy Jones breaking down the high-stakes LSU vs. Clemson opener and whether the Tigers are putting too much focus on it this offseason. We also dive into the music world with the wild story of how The Verve’s Bittersweet Symphony was ripped from the Rolling Stones.

Jul 2, 202546 min

Would You Rather Wednesday, Dear Delondra, Sabanisms

Hour Two brings the fun with another round of Would You Rather Wednesday. We also premiere a brand-new segment called Dear Delondra and debate what songs belong on the ultimate beach playlist. Jake and Matt give us their favorite Sabanisms.

Jul 2, 202547 min

Chris Hilton Named Freak of the Week, LSU WR Room Breakdown, SEC Media Days Talk

Hour One kicks off with Chris Hilton earning the title of Freak of the Week, and we take a closer look at what that means for LSU’s loaded wide receiver room. We also preview SEC Media Days and the biggest storylines heading into the event.

Jul 2, 202547 min

Nick Underhill Talks Saints, Finebaum’s Arch Manning Praise, OTB Mailbag & Ask the Bench

Hour Three kicks off with Nick Underhill breaking down the latest on the Saints as training camp approaches. We also react to Paul Finebaum calling Arch Manning the best QB prospect since Tim Tebow. Plus, we dive into the OTB Mailbag and wrap the show with Ask the Bench.

Jul 1, 202546 min

Connor O’Gara Talks College Football Headlines & 2025 Season Outlook

Hour Two features a visit from Connor O’Gara of Saturday Down South as we dive into the biggest college football headlines, key players to watch, and what to expect from the 2025 season.

Jul 1, 202547 min

Celebrating Bobby Bonilla Day, Bill Bender Talks 2025 CFB Storylines

Hour One kicks off with a celebration of the legendary Bobby Bonilla Day. We’re then joined by Bill Bender of The Sporting News to dive into the biggest storylines and questions heading into the 2025 college football season.

Jul 1, 202547 min

OMV Struggles, Devin Snow on Manning Passing Academy, Ask the Bench

Hour Three kicks off with a rant about the nightmare that is the OMV experience. Devin Snow joins us to share his takeaways from the Manning Passing Academy, including standout performances and behind-the-scenes moments. We wrap things up with another round of Ask the Bench.

Jun 30, 202546 min

More SEC Football Talk, Matt Flynn on Placeholders Being Real, Weekend Winners

Hour Two dives deeper into the SEC football landscape as fall approaches. Matt Flynn debates whether or not placeholders are real people, and we wrap the hour with our favorite Weekend Winners across sports and beyond.

Jun 30, 202547 min

SEC Strength of Schedule Talk, Kentucky & Mississippi State Face Toughest Roads

Hour One opens with a quick story about Frontier Airlines before shifting into SEC football mode. We break down the latest strength of schedule rankings, with Kentucky and Mississippi State leading the way in terms of toughest slates for the 2025 season.

Jun 30, 202547 min

Texas State to Pac-12, Tour de France, UFC 317 & Friday Vibes

Hour Three is all about Friday vibes! We kick things off with a hilarious discussion on fantasy draft punishments and a deep dive into the latest from Love Island. We also hit a little realignment news with Texas State heading to the Pac-12, touch on the Tour de France and UFC 317, and wrap things up with Ask the Bench.

Jun 27, 202546 min

Chris Doering Talks SEC Football, Why Auburn & Oklahoma Aren’t Feeling the Pressure

Hour Two kicks off with SEC Network’s Chris Doering joining the show to break down the conference landscape heading into 2025. We also dive into why programs like Auburn and Oklahoma seem to be avoiding heat despite recent underwhelming seasons.

Jun 27, 202547 min

LSU Football’s Offseason Prep, What’s Different This Year & Early Schedule Talk

Hour One opens with a deep dive into LSU’s offseason preparation—what the team is focused on right now, how this year’s approach is different, and a look ahead at key matchups on the 2025 schedule.

Jun 27, 20251h 3m

Saints QB Battle, Munchies with Chef Michael Johnson

Hour Three dives into the latest on the Saints’ quarterback battle and who might have the edge heading into camp. Chef Michael Johnson joins us for Munchies, answering all your food questions. We debut a trial run of “Dear Alondra,” and wrap things up—well, kind of—with a loose edition of Ask the Bench.

Jun 26, 202546 min

EJ Manuel Talks Cade Klubnik & CFB QBs, Big Deal or No Big Deal

Hour Two kicks off with former FSU and NFL QB EJ Manuel as we dive into Cade Klubnik’s development and take a broader look at quarterbacks across college football. Then it’s time for another edition of Big Deal or No Big Deal, where we break down the week’s biggest headlines.

Jun 26, 202547 min

LSU’s Championship Celebration, Ben McDonald Recaps the Season, NBA Draft Talk

Hour One opens with a recap of LSU’s championship celebration and everything that went down last night. LSU legend Ben McDonald joins us to put a bow on an incredible baseball season, and we wrap the hour with some early thoughts on the upcoming NBA Draft.

Jun 26, 202546 min

Josh Pate Talks SEC Football, Caitlin Clark’s WNBA Impact

Hour Three kicks off with Josh Pate joining us to dive into how college football teams are ranked and whether the current system needs tweaking. Matt shares his thoughts on Caitlin Clark’s impact on the WNBA, and we look for fair comps as her pro career takes shape.

Jun 25, 202546 min

Bobby Carpenter Talks College Football, Would You Rather Wednesday

Hour Two starts with former Ohio State linebacker and CFB analyst Bobby Carpenter joining the show to break down the biggest storylines heading into the 2025 season. Then we lighten things up with another round of Would You Rather Wednesday.

Jun 25, 202547 min

LSU’s Celebration Plans, Alondra’s Omaha Trip Recap, Favorite Moments from the 2025 Baseball Season

Hour One kicks off with Alondra recapping her trip to Omaha for the College World Series. We break down LSU’s celebration plans for tonight and reflect on our favorite moments from the 2025 baseball season.

Jun 25, 202546 min