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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comInstead of a written Mailbag on this Friday, Justin pivots towards a mailbag version and enlists Dan to help him answer subscriber questions. Topics for this episode include…* Priorities in the transfer portal for Auburn basketball* Who the Tigers might go after in the frontcourt and at point guard* Tahaad Pettiford’s NBA Draft decision* The biggest differences at practice for both football and basketball* Why Auburn’s best team ever not winning it all isn’t cause for doom and gloom* Favorite restaurants from Justin’s NCAA run and Dan’s WNIT run* The Nice Guys vs. The Other Guys* The Masters champions dinner* Springtime in AuburnThis is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan break down Auburn’s Final Four loss to Florida. The guys look at what changed between the first half and the second half for the Tigers and how Walter Clayton Jr. felt virtually unstoppable for most of the game. They talk about fatigue playing a role in the performance, along with the cooled-off 3-point shooting and the injuries to Johni Broome toward the end of the NCAA Tournament. Toward the middle of the show, the guys look at all of the outgoing seniors on this season’s team and talk about their journeys in this historic season. Justin makes a point about Broome’s GOAT status. Dan shares his thoughts on Dylan Cardwell’s March Madness run and how it will go down in history. After talking about Auburn basketball’s potential returners — including Tahaad Pettiford — and the new pickup of Big 12 leading scorer Keyshawn Hall, they close with a large list of thank yous and shoutouts. The episode ends with a discussion of jinxes and, of course, food. If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

In this special two-part Final Four episode, Justin and Dan lead off by giving the official Observer podcast preview of Auburn’s rematch with Florida in San Antonio.Then, in the second half of the show, Dave, Pablo and Painter give you their thoughts in a new edition of Friends of the Program.Two podcasts, one episode. If there was ever a time to do this, it’s right now. Enjoy.Note: For those who are new to The Observer: Friends of the Program is a freewheeling discussion among three Auburn fans. Their thoughts and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Observer management, and some language might not be suitable for all listeners.The first half of the show at least pretends to be a professional endeavor.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link. We’re running a special: Your first full year of the Observer for just $40 — that’s 33% off the regular price. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

NOTE: The original version of this podcast had some technical difficulties. Those have been fixed in the new file. Justin settles back home on the Plains briefly as Dan calls in from North Dakota to discuss Auburn basketball’s nearly wire-to-wire Elite Eight win over Michigan State to punch a return trip to the Final Four for the second time in school history.The guys start by discussing how Auburn was able to win with defense and how it overcame a shaky shooting performance from the field. Dan makes a point about Chaney Johnson and Dylan Cardwell’s performances when Johni Broome went down with an elbow injury. Justin breaks down Broome’s dominance, from the hot start to the dramatic 3-pointer that virtually sealed the victory.They continue by looking at how Auburn’s guards had their moments of offensive excellence against the Spartans and why that could be a good sign heading toward San Antonio. The episode ends with a salute to the subscribers and Fargo talk. (Not the movie.)If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin checks in from Atlanta as Dan gets ready to head to North Dakota. The guys discuss Auburn basketball’s massive comeback win over Michigan in the Sweet 16, led by the outstanding shotmaking from Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones.They start by looking at why things were going so poorly for Auburn’s offense for most of the game — and why Johni Broom…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s Sweet 16 showdown with Michigan. They start by making a point about the success for this team before the second weekend begins and how they’ve positioned themselves strongly with what should be a familiar and favorable atmosphere in Atlanta. The breakdown starts with a look at Tre Donaldson, who has gone to Michigan to run the show at point guard and has led the Wolverines to a great turnaround season. Justin looks at the matchup between Donaldson and Denver Jones. Dan makes a point about what this game means for the other guards on the floor. Then the guys take a closer look at the matchup of Johni Broome, Dylan Cardwell and Chaney Johnson against Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf. They look at what it might take for either frontcourt to have success and the keys to victory for Auburn down low. The episode concludes with a rundown of the rest of the Sweet 16, thoughts on Texas’ new men’s basketball coach and Atlanta restaurants to know.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link. We’re running a special: Your first full year of the Observer for just $40 — that’s 33% off the regular price.

Justin and Dan break down Auburn's hard-fought win over Creighton to punch its ticket to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019. The guys discuss how the Tigers spent the 48 hours after the Alabama State game calling each other out and how they showed from the opening tip that things would be different.They talk about how Auburn’s defense weathered the storm in the first half and wore Creighton’s offense down in the second half. Dan gives props to Dylan Cardwell for arguably his biggest game in an Auburn uniform. Justin takes a closer look at how Tahaad Pettiford showed he — and the rest of the Tigers’ offense — was built for this moment from the beginning.The guys also take some time toward the end of the show to discuss the hiring of Larry Vickers, Auburn’s new women’s basketball coach. They close with a discussion of Conan O’Brien, outro songs and Lexington eats.f you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s underwhelming NCAA Tournament win over Alabama State. The guys start by discussing how the effort and energy just wasn’t consistently there from everybody for the Tigers — and how that prompted Steven Pearl and others to be quite direct with their postgame comments.They look at why Auburn’s win didn’t do much to ease concerns from fans down the stretch and how this was a missed opportunity for a reset. Justin looks at Johni Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara’s performances. Dan points out how Miles Kelly, Chaney Johnson and Tahaad Pettiford could be great signs moving forward if the Tigers can take advantage of them.The episode ends with a look at a Creighton squad that torched the nets and took a Louisville team with a clear home-court advantage out of the game Thursday. The guys look at similar opponents that the Tigers have faced this season and what it’s going to take to advance to the Sweet 16. This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link. We’re running a special: Your first full year of the Observer for just $40 — that’s 33% off the regular price.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers

Justin and Dan open the show by looking back at Auburn basketball’s SEC Tournament semifinal loss to Tennessee. The guys discuss why there’s no need for the No. 1 overall team in the NCAA Tournament to panic after losing three of its last four — but why the Tigers must get better from their final two weeks of the season.Justin breaks down the two-edged sword of the free-throw difference against Tennessee and why the Tigers’ guards had a harder time scoring in Nashville. Dan looks at Tahaad Pettiford’s recent struggles and Johni Broome’s continued surge.The guys then spend the rest of the episode looking at Auburn’s first weekend draw in Lexington for an Atlanta regional that might be analytically — and narratively — difficult but might have some stylistic advantages for the Tigers. They also go through every first-round matchup in the tournament and give some of their upset specials.Observer subscribers can join our official Bracket Challenge at CBS Sports here. The winner will get a free lifetime subscription. There will be other prizes, too.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Auburn Basketball/Twitter This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin calls in from the media work room at the SEC Tournament in Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena to break down Auburn basketball’s quarterfinal win over Ole Miss.The guys talk about how the Tigers were able to win with defense and clutch playmaking late from a number of key guys — most of all, National Player of the Year winner Johni Broome. Justin wonde…

Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down a thrilling matchup between Auburn and Alabama in the regular season finale at Neville Arena. The guys look at the final minutes and what ultimately was the difference for the Tigers in a losing effort. They talk Chad Baker-Mazara’s ejection, Johni Broome’s career offensive day and the recurring issues from earlier in the week. Justin makes a point about how Auburn’s defense has been over the last month of the season. Dan looks at how the Tigers’ depth wasn’t as strong as it usually was down the stretch.The episode ends with a look at the SEC Tournament bracket and what Auburn needs to do to get back to playing like one of the very best teams in the country. The guys make sleeper picks for Nashville and look at some of the fun in conference tournaments so far with just six days until Selection Sunday. Also: Pizza toppings.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan break down all the angles from Auburn basketball’s historic, SEC title-clinching win over Kentucky at Rupp Arena. They start by discussing the significance of winning this version of the conference, outright, with a full week of the regular season left to play. Justin explains why he thinks this team can already be called one of the best ever.Then it’s a breakdown of all the pieces that made this win happen: Miles Kelly’s absurd shooting performance, Auburn’s Denver Jones-less defensive masterclass, Tahaad Pettiford’s phenomenal point guard play and Chad Baker-Mazara’s takeover ability in a game that didn’t feature much from Johni Broome and the frontcourt. Dan makes a great observation about the game where he first saw this team’s potential. The guys conclude the episode by looking at the rest of a wild Saturday in SEC basketball — particularly Tennessee’s last-second heist over Alabama to gift wrap a championship for Auburn and how Georgia might have played itself into the NCAA Tournament this week. They look ahead to the Texas A&M trip before shouting out some more great performances from the late Gene Hackman.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes — including the Observations from Saturday’s title-clinching win — subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan start the show by recapping Auburn basketball’s 30-point beatdown of Ole Miss. They talk about why the Tigers matched up so well against the Rebels, starting with the massive advantage up front with Johni Broome and Chaney Johnson. They discuss Chad Baker-Mazara’s “flu game” and how it triggered the return of Auburn’s 3-point shooting inside Neville Arena.The guys then look at the state of the SEC with three games to play, starting with the midweek recap and a look at the championship implications down the stretch. Justin makes his pitch for the All-SEC squad this season. Dan wonders about the teams that could make some noise on the bubble.The episode concludes with a preview of Auburn’s trip to Kentucky, where a drought-ending win and a title-clinching moment could await the Tigers inside Rupp Arena. The guys break down the Wildcats on both ends of the floor and how the Tigers might match up with them in this Saturday showdown. Then they pay tribute to the late Gene Hackman and give their picks for his best performances.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Photo Credit: David Gray/Auburn Tigers

Justin and Dan start the show by breaking down Johni Broome’s season-best performance in Auburn’s 12-point win over Georgia at home. They discuss the Broome vs. Flagg debate in the National Player of the Year race and dissect what was a virtually perfect second half to spark the Tigers’ offense to elite efficiency.The guys also talk about all the similarities between Auburn’s win over Georgia and the win over Arkansas this week, starting with the game flow and the lack of outside shooting inside Neville Arena. Justin shares why the Tigers’ second-half defense shouldn’t be cause for concern. Dan highlights the Turtle Hudson minutes.After shouting out some non-Observer sports that are standing out for Auburn in recent days, the guys take a look around the rest of SEC basketball’s Saturday action and set the stage for the final two weeks. They preview Auburn’s rematch against Ole Miss on Wednesday night and give some Grubserver thoughts to close it out.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s escape of a home win over Arkansas to take a two-game lead over the pack in the SEC title race while looking ahead to the rematch against Georgia on Saturday.The guys start by looking how Auburn has proven, once again, that it can win an ugly, low-scoring game. Dan highlights the rebounding differential and the play of Chaney Johnson. Justin talks about what he learned from John Calipari in the postgame press conference and what went wrong for the Tigers on offense.After a run through a busy midweek of SEC basketball action, the guys preview Auburn’s home game against Georgia and highlight why they think it could be a bounce-back opportunity for the Tigers’ offense. They also salute Charles Barkley on his birthday while Dan reviews Conclave. This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s historic No. 1 vs. No. 2 victory over Alabama in Coleman Coliseum. They start by looking at Aden Holloway and Mark Sears’ performances against Denver Jones and Tahaad Pettiford — who both made a huge difference in the win for the Tigers. The guys point out how Johni Broome continues to put in National Player of the Year type of performances, even through injury. They look at how Auburn got balance and depth from almost everywhere on the roster, from Chaney Johnson to Chris Moore, and how Auburn was able to overcome the late foul-outs by Chad Baker-Mazara and Dylan Cardwell.Towards the end of the episode, there’s a run through all the Saturday action in the SEC and an early preview of Wednesday night’s home matchup against Arkansas. Dan closes out with thoughts on some of his favorite Saturday Night Live performers.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan break down what went wrong for Auburn basketball in its home loss at Florida. The guys take a look at how the Tigers fell short of their usual standards against a balanced and deep Gators team — even without one of their key players.Justin makes a point about Auburn’s effort level and how Bruce Pearl predicted something like this throughout the regular season. Dan wants to know what’s going wrong with the Tigers’ inside scoring. Auburn’s inability to string together enough good plays to make a comeback in the second half and a look at how this could just be a bad outlier for the Tigers are also discussed.Towards the end of the episode, the guys preview Auburn basketball’s tricky Tuesday road trip to face a Vanderbilt team that is small but fearless, especially at home. They also look at the rest of the weekend in the SEC and discuss Super Bowl snacks. If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan are back in the Wings 94.3 studio after their respective tours through the Gulf Coast-ish region. The guys start the episode by breaking down Auburn basketball’s second straight double-digit road win in SEC play: A 10-point victory over Ole Miss in Oxford.Dan makes a point about how this Auburn basketball team shows its championship DNA through its ability to answer opponents’ runs. Justin looks at the two-headed monster of Johni Broome and Dylan Cardwell and where the Tigers still showed some room for improvement after yet another Quad 1 victory.The second half of the episode tackles an upset-filled weekend in the SEC and around college football, an early preview of Tuesday’s visit from a resurgent Oklahoma team and a failed attempt at making since of the Luka Doncic trade.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan check in from various locations in the greater Gulf Coast area. They start the show by recapping what they saw from Auburn basketball’s 13-point road win at LSU. They talk about Johni Broome’s monster night, the frontcourt’s impact, the dirty work on both ends of the floor and the areas where the Tigers need to show improvement — even as the nation’s top team.Then they switch over to football, where they talk about what Hugh Freeze had to say at the Senior Bowl practices in Mobile earlier this week. Justin shares what he heard from Freeze on Jackson Arnold, Deuce Knight, Eric Singleton and the Auburn offense. Dan is interested in the state of the offensive line. They also break down a new-look spring practice schedule and how it makes sense for the Tigers to shake things up.The episode concludes with a preview of Auburn basketball’s trip to Ole Miss for a major road game in Oxford. The guys break down what makes Ole Miss such a dangerous defense, despite its lack of size. They look at the guards for the Rebels and where the Tigers might be able to take advantage down low. And, to close it out, they talk about their recent eats and O Brother, Where Art Thou?This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan open the show by looking at the magnitude of Auburn basketball’s last-second win over Tennessee — including the stakes, the stage and the stylistic significance of the victory.They look at how Johni Broome returned to being the best player on the floor, even on a less-than-100% ankle, and made a huge difference in the final result. They also talk Miles Kelly’s heroics, Tahaad Pettiford’s spark, Chaney Johnson’s big night and how several Tigers managed to keep their elite defense up in spite of rough shooting.Towards the end of the episode, the guys take a tour of what else happened on Saturday in SEC basketball and look ahead to Auburn basketball’s upcoming road trips to face LSU and Ole Miss. They also discuss regional cuisine and the Oscar nominations.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Grayson Belanger/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s massive matchup against Tennessee on Saturday, with College GameDay in attendance and ESPN sending their best crew for a primetime game.The guys open with a discussion on Johni Broome’s health and how much he could impact the game if he’s able to play in any sort of capacity. They then look at what makes the Volunteers so good on defense year in and year out and what the Tigers might have to do to crack that unit. Justin makes a point about Zakai Zeigler and Tennessee’s offense. Dan shares his thoughts on Chaz Lanier.The episode ends with a brief look around the rest of the SEC, and it includes a discussion of both snow days and po’boys.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comAfter a nine-month hiatus, the Friends of the Program get back together to discuss Auburn basketball’s meteoric rise to No. 1 in the country and set the stage for this weekend’s epic matchup against Tennessee inside Neville Arena.Dave, Pablo and Painter talk all things Auburn basketball, from what makes this team so special and where they see the Tigers…

Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball's close win at Georgia and what was a wild weekend in the SEC — and across the country.The guys start with what caused the last-minute chaos for an Auburn team that looked like it had the game already won. They then switch over to yet another big-game performance from Tahaad Pettiford and the bounce-back effort from Chad Baker-Mazara. Justin diagnoses the absence of Johni Broome and what it means to the Tigers’ offense. Dan makes a point about Turtle Hudson.Towards the end of the episode, the guys go through the results from Saturday in SEC basketball — including Alabama’s road win at Kentucky and Vanderbilt’s upset over Tennessee. They close by paying tribute to Bob Uecker and David Lynch.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the show with a couple of special podcast announcements, including the release of the second Peck Pack Exclusive — which is in Observer subscribers’ podcast feeds now. Then they look at Auburn basketball’s impressive win over Mississippi State in the Tigers’ first game without Johni Broome.The guys talk about Chad Baker-Mazara’s hot start and elite efficiency as a scorer. They look at how Auburn’s defense dominated against Mississippi State and how Chaney Johnson continues to step up whenever the Tigers need him the most. They also give Miles Kelly, Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones their deserved flowers for their two-way performances against the Bulldogs.Towards the end of the episode, they look ahead to Auburn basketball’s road trip at Georgia — a team with a strong frontcourt and a fearsome defense this season. They close with thoughts on Girl Scout cookies and The Blues Brothers.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers

Justin and Dan open the show by looking at Johni Broome’s ankle sprain against South Carolina and what it might mean for Auburn basketball moving forward in SEC play. The guys break down why the Tigers were able to rally to a victory without Broome, starting with the defensive excellence of an undermanned frontcourt.Tahaad Pettiford’s late-game heroics and Miles Kelly’s continued success in true road games take center stage later in the episode, along with a breakdown of what has gone wrong for Auburn’s defense early in SEC play. The guys also look at the rest of the results from Saturday across the league, including Alabama and Kentucky getting huge wins away from home with their stellar offenses.The episode ends with a preview of what Mississippi State will bring to Neville Arena on Tuesday night, particularly in the two-man game of Josh Hubbard and Cameron Matthews. The guys also talk about killing time in hotel rooms and what to do when you’re snowed inside them. If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the show by looking at how Auburn was able to build a big lead and narrowly hold onto it for a road win at Texas. Justin looks at how the Tigers’ defense started well and finished much differently. Dan points out the continued excellence of Johni Broome and the much-needed surge from Miles Kelly.The guys then talk about Bruce Pearl getting his record-breaking win at Auburn and what he’s meant to the program — and college basketball as a whole — during his tenure on the Plains. They switch over to preview Saturday’s matchup at South Carolina, which has struggled against Auburn recently and struggled to start SEC play.They close out by looking at some new additions to both the Auburn football roster and coaching staff and what the early outlook might be for the Tigers in 2025. Justin then gives his brisket and basketball breakdown of his first trip to Austin.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan break down what they learned from Auburn basketball’s comfortable victory in the SEC opener against Missouri. They look at how well the host Tigers shot the ball, why their issues during the game didn’t about to much and where this team could get even better moving forward. Dan makes some historical comparisons to this squad. Justin shares why Auburn’s defense was very impressive in the win.The guys then take a trip around the SEC to look at all the games from an opening Saturday in the conference, starting with the high-scoring thriller in Rupp Arena between Florida and Kentucky. They look at a team that isn’t getting nearly enough love in the league and a few programs that got a stiff reality check.The episode ends with a preview of Auburn’s first-ever trip to face Texas in SEC play. The guys look at what makes this Texas roster so unique and where Auburn might be able to take advantage with its battle-tested experience on the road.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan open the show with some random nonsense before diving into Auburn basketball’s non-conference finale victory over Monmouth. The guys discuss the late first-half surge from Chaney Johnson, the excellent play of Chad Baker-Mazara and the utter dominance from the Tigers’ centers.Then the freshman duo of Jahki Howard and Tahaad Pettiford get their own segment after their all-timer alley-oops. The guys also look ahead to just how incredibly tough the SEC will be this season and how it measures up to conferences of the past.The episode ends with a discussion of what Auburn football has been able to do in the transfer portal, what it all means for 2025, the potential return of Jeffrey M’ba to the Plains and — somehow — the name “Wow Platinum.” Happy New Year, y’all.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s comfortable win over yet another NCAA Tournament hopeful away from home in a Quad 1 game. They start by looking at how impressive the Tigers have been in a non-conference slate that was by far the toughest in program history and how far ahead the team is from the pack right now.The guys break down Johni Broome’s remarkable double-double less than 100 hours from a rough-looking shoulder injury, Auburn’s suffocating defense against a great Purdue offense and the standout performances of Chad Baker-Mazara, Tahaad Pettiford and Johni Broome.Towards the end of the episode, they talk about Charles Kelly’s departure to become Jacksonville State’s new head coach and the irritating discourse around the first round of the College Football Playoff. Dan makes his pitch for The War for the Wiregrass. Justin gives his top nine albums of the year. Merry Christmas.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription — at our special discounted rate for the holidays — that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s ultra-dominant performance in Atlanta against Ohio State in this year’s Holiday Hoopsgiving. The guys start by looking at what made this victory so impressive and why the Tigers have cemented themselves as the nation’s current No. 1 team — no matter what the human polls might say. They look at Johni Broome’s 20/20 game and marvel at how it could have been even better. Then they go into all the elements of what made Auburn’s backcourt so successful against Ohio State’s loaded guard lineup.Then it’s a switch over to football, where Auburn football has picked up a new quarterback in Oklahoma’s Jackson Arnold. They discuss the pros and the cons of this transfer pickup for the Tigers and look at a pair of further additions to the roster. (Note: This was recorded before Auburn landed offensive tackle Xavier Chaplin.)If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription — at our special discounted rate for the holidays — that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s Atlanta matchup against Ohio State in the annual Holiday Hoopsgiving event at State Farm Arena. The guys start by looking at how the Buckeyes line up offensively — particularly with their strong backcourt — and where the Tigers need to focus the most on the defensive side.Then it’s a switch over to Auburn’s hig…

Christian Clemente of Auburn247 becomes the first third mic in the studio era of The Auburn Observer podcast. He joins Justin and Dan to talk about Auburn football’s top-10 class in the 2025 recruiting cycle, headlined by 5-star quarterback Deuce Knight and a large number of blue-chippers the Tigers had to hold onto down the stretch.How did Auburn sign such a strong class in a losing season? And how much does the recruiting pitch change heading into a pressure-packed 2026 cycle for the program? Christian breaks it all down and gives his thoughts on each individual signee in the 2025 haul for the Tigers.Later in the episode, Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s 45-point beatdown of Richmond from Sunday. The guys talk about Johni Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara’s unselfishness, the Tigers’ great team defense and the breakout performance of Jahki Howard. The show ends with a lightning round of topics that include Christmas watches, child actor performances and Juan Soto.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Christian (@CClemente247), Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Austin Perryman/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan are both back in the Wings 94.3 studio after extended travel. They open the show with a look at Auburn basketball’s tough road loss at Duke, starting with how the Tigers should feel after not playing nearly their best but still coming close against an ultra-talented team of Blue Devils. The guys also talk about Tahaad Pettiford’s continue…

Justin and Dan are both back in Auburn after their travels, and they open the show with a breakdown of the Iron Bowl loss to Alabama. The guys look at why the Tigers’ offense just couldn’t finish their chances throughout the season and how it really hurt them against the Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa.Then it’s a pivot over to the defensive side of the ball, where the results were a mixed bag overall — but the youth movement gives some more hope for the 2025 season. They also look ahead to what could be happening on signing day this Wednesday and why there’s a limit to how much an elite recruiting class means right now.The episode ends with a preview of Auburn basketball’s massive road trip to face Duke. The guys discuss Johni Broome vs. Cooper Flagg and why there’s one particular aspect of this matchup in Cameron Indoor Stadium that might favor the visiting Tigers. If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan recap Auburn basketball's wild comeback win over Iowa State and look ahead to the semifinal vs. UNC in Maui.The episode begins with a breakdown of how the Tigers were able to rally in the second half. The guys look at the individual performances of Chad Baker-Mazara, Johni Broome and Tahaad Pettiford — but they also salute the big plays o…

Dan is still in Alaska. Justin is in Vegas and on his way to Hawaii. Adam Cole is still in Auburn, but he has a new job.Dan and Adam break down Auburn football’s thrilling 4OT win over Texas A&M. They discuss how the Tigers were finally able to break through against a quality opponent and what that could mean for the program moving forward.Justin gives a few thoughts at the end of the episode. Keep your eyes and ears out for more coverage from The Observer at this week’s Maui Invitational.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Adam (@colereporter), Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comDan joins Justin live from Anchorage, Alaska — where his first meal was reindeer fried rice. The guys spend the bulk of the show previewing Auburn football’s home finale against Texas A&M.Justin points out the two key stats that he’s watching for this game and how Jarquez Hunter could be a major factor in his final game inside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Dan l…

Justin holds down the fort in Auburn and Dan calls in from the road to discuss the football program’s 48-14 home win over ULM. The guys talk about how the defense continues to impress in the second half of the season, why this Cam Coleman performance was different and where the Tigers could build on this one moving forward in a tough season.Then they switch over to basketball, where they open with a breakdown of new 4-star power forward commitment Sebastian Williams-Adams. Then it’s a preview of Auburn’s home matchup on Monday night with UNA — the last tuneup before the Tigers take off for the Maui Invitational. The episode ends with a beginner’s guide to Mystery Science Theater 3000. You’ve all been warned.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

After their long travels, Justin and Dan are back in the Wings studio to share their many thoughts on Auburn basketball’s statement comeback win at Houston. (They don’t have nearly as many thoughts on the whole plane incident, though.)The guys open with a look at how it took everybody for the Tigers to rally against the Cougars — and how Tahaad Pettiford and Johni Broome had superstar-level performances in the Toyota Center. Justin shares his insight from what he saw and heard from being in Houston on Saturday night, while Dan points out the historical significance of what Bruce Pearl’s team did in this game.Later in the episode, they look at what this win means in the big picture for an Auburn basketball program looking to win a championship. They also share their recent experiences away from the Plains and make a startling discovery about “Mr. Brightside.”If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.For one more day (Monday), we’re doing $4/month or $40/year subscriptions for any new members.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan share their thoughts on one of the most impressive wins in recent Auburn basketball history: the Tigers’ 51-point throttling of Vermont on Opening Night.The guys look at how Auburn was able to throw Vermont off so much, from the deep detail in the scouting report to the nature of the matchup in the halfcourt. They discuss Miles Kelly’s nu…

Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down how Auburn football continues to go backwards — especially in home games — in Year 2 under Hugh Freeze. They look at what the Tigers were unable to do against Vanderbilt, including the puzzling lack of carries for Jarquez Hunter and the failure to capitalize on an outstanding defensive performance against Diego Pavia and company.Then it’s a switch over to basketball, where they look at where Auburn improved from the first to second exhibition. Dan gives his thoughts on strong debuts from true freshmen Tahaad Pettiford and Jahki Howard. Justin shows how the Tigers rose to Bruce Pearl’s challenges on offense and where they can improve on defense.The episode ends with a quick look at Wednesday night’s season opener against a tricky Vermont team that’s been a regular in the NCAA Tournament for years. The guys also discuss their basketball travel in the upcoming days, which will mean an end to regular studio episodes for a while. Don’t worry, though. They’ll still deliver the podcast, from coast to coast.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.For the first week of Auburn basketball season, we’re doing $4/month or $40/year subscriptions for any new members.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Austin Perryman/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comFor the second straight week, Justin and Dan preview not one, but two games for the upcoming weekend.They start by breaking down Auburn football’s return home against Vanderbilt, led by familiar foe Diego Pavia. They look at how the Tigers’ refocused offensive strategy from the win over Kentucky should carry over to this matchup and they discuss what Au…

Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down Auburn football’s 24-10 road win at Kentucky. They start with the resilient play of the Tigers’ defense, which won big at the line of scrimmage and played well on the back end down the stretch. Dan projects what Auburn’s secondary might look like in 2025 after throwing so many young players into the fire.The guys then switch over to the offensive performance. Justin explains why Auburn went so pass-heavy early and how the Tigers finally made the adjustment they needed to dominate the game. They rave over Jarquez Hunter’s historic rushing performance and how he deserved a moment like this.In the second half of the episode, Henry Patton of Auburn Rivals calls in from South Carolina to share what he saw in the basketball exhibition win over Furman. Henry explains why Auburn’s defense was so successful, how fans shouldn’t overreact to individual performances and where the two true freshmen stood out the most. The show ends with a discussion of Stanley Kubrick and Halloween movies.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck), Henry (@Henry_Patton23) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the show by previewing Auburn football’s road trip to Kentucky. The guys look at how this is a gettable matchup for the Tigers, even though they haven’t been able to take advantage of their previous opportunities this season. Justin has a theory about how this game might go. Dan shares what he wants to see on both sides of the ball.T…

Justin and Dan stay up to break down Auburn football’s latest loss in a very winnable game — a blown 14-point lead on the road at Missouri.The guys open with their thoughts on how the Tigers’ offense problems have gone well beyond turnovers and into crippling amounts of inefficiency. Dan makes a point about what might happen if things could turn around toward the end of the season. Justin wonders if Auburn just is what it is at this point in the campaign.They also discuss the recurring woes on defense and special teams and how they played roles in the meltdown, even if scoring only 10 offensive points in an SEC game was the ultimate killer. They look at what might happen moving forward with the young players and why improved recruiting isn’t a guarantee of anything. The episode ends with a lightning round of Hallmark movies, Kansas City barbecue and North by Northwest.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Austin Perryman/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan are back after Auburn football’s off weekend. They start by talking about what Justin learned at SEC Basketball Media Days in Mountain Brook this week and how Bruce Pearl’s Tigers aren’t going to sneak up on anybody this season with all the hype they’ve gotten already.The bulk of the episode is a preview of Auburn’s football trip to Misso…

For the fifth straight year, the Observer podcast takes a break during football season and uses the off week to preview Auburn basketball’s upcoming campaign.This year, Justin and Dan take a player-by-player look through the Tigers’ heavily hyped 2024-25 roster, from the returning All-American presence of Johni Broome through the deep frontcourt and into a reloaded backcourt. They give their thoughts on each member of the squad and how they fit into the plan. They discuss the preseason hype surrounding the Tigers, reasons to believe they could be even better this season, areas of improvement to watch and how the blend of depth, experience and a little bit of youth should make for an exciting time for Bruce Pearl and Co. Then, they close the show by ranking world cuisines. If you are listening for free and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription for all newsletters and podcasts — Inner Circle members got this a few days early — click the button below or go to auburnobserver.com/subscribe.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: David Gray/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan break down what they both saw from the Sanford Stadium press box on Saturday as Auburn football fell once again on the road at rival Georgia, 31-13.The guys talk about how the Tigers statistically fared better in Athens than in seasons past, but that should be talked about in the full context of what’s gone on this year. They look at the lack of efficiency from the offense, Payton Thorne’s doomed fourth-and-1 run and how Auburn needs to reengineer its attack during the off week.Toward the end of the show, Justin gives an honest review of Auburn’s defensive performance against Georgia while Dan looks at the number of young players lining up for the Tigers. They also take a trip through the wild, upset-heavy Week 6 in college football before paying tribute to some anniversary albums.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Austin Perryman/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the show by discussing the big news of the midweek: 5-star quarterback Deuce Knight’s long-awaited flip from Notre Dame to Auburn. The guys talk about what makes Knight such an intriguing prospect, how he fits into the Tigers’ system and why they will likely be in the market for a transfer rental in 2025.Then the fellas bring on thei…

Justin and Dan break down what all went wrong for Auburn football in its disastrous fourth quarter against Oklahoma on Saturday. They look at the inexplicable decision-making on offense that opened the door for the Sooners to make their improbable comeback and how the Tigers continue to find ways to lose winnable games. Justin makes a point about how it felt like Auburn got too tense down the stretch. Dan looks back at the first-half missed opportunities.The guys also look at the positives from the performance, including a youth movement on defense and Auburn’s ability to actually move the ball well against a strong opponent. They also point to the special teams errors throughout the game before wrapping up with a recap of a wild Week 5 in college football.If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe