The Scarlet Spotlight

Danny Breslauer & Jon Newman - The Final Countdown (EP.116) Dec 15, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is signing off. Thanks to our loyal listeners for an incredible five-year run. Danny and Jon recap things with one final episode. No guests, just us. Rutgers fans, you're a special group. We'll still be around, just doing different things!

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Jerry Carino - NJ Hoops Haven on the Pikiell Era (EP.115) Nov 17, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by the NJ Hoops Haven, Jerry Carino, for Episode 115 of the podcast. Carino, who is the dean of the local college basketball beat, covers the opening week of the Rutgers men's basketball season -- from style to personnel. In the wide-ranging conversation, Carino provides your Scarlet Knights hoops fix. After the interview, Danny and Jon hit the important topics around Rutgers Athletics, including RU's Big Ten men's soccer championship and RU football hosting PSU this weekend. Happy Thanksgiving to all of our listeners.

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Steve Pikiell - Speed Limit Club (EP.114) Oct 25, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited for our yearly chat with Rutgers men's basketball head coach Steve Pikiell on Episode 114 of the podcast. The seventh-year head coach of the Scarlet Knights discusses his 2022-2023 squad, and the expectations of being an NCAA team the last few seasons (including the COVID pandemic shortened year). Pikiell goes player-by-player to highlight strengths and improvements, while discussing scheduling, recruiting, Big Ten expansion and more.

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T.J. Hitchings - Building a Rutgers Brand (EP.113) Sep 22, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined on Episode 113 of the podcast by Barstool Sports senior producer T.J. Hitchings. The 2019 Rutgers alumnus discusses his upbringing and path to RU, student experience and way into Barstool Sports through internships in New Brunswick and at the flagship office in NYC. Hitchings discusses Rutgers football and hoops, the BarstoolRU social media accounts, and the polarizing founder of his company. The conversation turns into brand-building and Rutgers advocacy, as well as relationships with the coaches and marketing departments. After the interview, Danny and Jon dive into fall sports -- from Rutgers football's 3-0 start to women's soccer's 9-0 path to No. 4 in the nation and more.

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Steve Politi & Brian Fonseca - The Boys are Back in Town (EP.112) Aug 25, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight returns for its fifth athletic year with the 2022-2023 Rutgers fall season underway. Joining the show for Episode 112 are NJ Advance Media's Steve Politi and Brian Fonseca to preview the upcoming year for the Scarlet Knights' programs. With the focus primarily on football just days from the season opener at Boston College, the crew breaks down what to expect from Rutgers on the gridiron. Other topics include: Big Ten TV rights, NIL, Olympic Sports and more in this action-packed preview show.

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Jim McElderry - From Rose Hill to the Banks (EP.111) Jul 14, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Rutgers men's soccer head coach Jim McElderry, who took over the Scarlet Knights program prior to the 2019 season. McElderry discusses his New Jersey upbringing in soccer, college career at Fairfield and path in coaching. He comments on coaching future pros at Fordham and bringing that mindset to Piscataway to restore winning to a once elite program. Additionally, McElderry touches on the importance of playing in NJ in a World Cup year. After the interview, Danny and Jon discuss the Rutgers news of the summer and promote the in-person Knights of The Raritan event.

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Sean DeDeyn - Anything But Typical (EP.110) Jul 05, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Sean DeDeyn, former Rutgers wrestler and current managing partner of The Axel Group. DeDeyn discusses his life in wrestling at the Jersey Shore, a roundabout path through multiple colleges and sports on his way to RU and his transition into broadcasting and business. DeDeyn comments on the ascension of Scott Goodale's Scarlet Knights program, from its infancy at The Barn to crucial duals at the RAC. After the interview, Danny and Jon go through the women's hoops staff additions, football game experience news and more.

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Rick Mercurio - A Life in Lacrosse (EP.109 Jun 16, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by former Rutgers men's lacrosse player and current announcer Rick Mercurio for Episode 109 of the show. Mercurio was a part of three NCAA Tournament teams at RU in the 1970s, before embarking on a very successful coaching career on Long Island. He discusses his time in Piscataway, path to coaching and subsequent foray into both announcing and international lacrosse administration. After the interview, Danny and Jon play year in review for Rutgers Athletics, and set up Summer 2022 for the podcast and the NIL collective. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Bobby Brownlie - The Often Stolen Street Sign (EP.108) Jun 03, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by former Rutgers baseball ace Bobby Brownlie for Episode 108 of the podcast. Brownlie set a plethora of pitching records in Piscataway from 2000-2002, before being selected in the 2002 MLB Draft by the Chicago Cubs in the first round. Brownlie shared stories about Edison boys baseball, Fred Hill, his Scarlet Knights journey and the street sign that dons his name not far from Bainton Field. He also shared his thoughts on RU baseball's snub from the 2022 NCAA Tournament and NIL's involvement in college sports, as Brownlie is a certified player agent for the Boras Corporation and on the Knights of The Raritan advisory board. After the interview, Danny and Jon have a packed Scarlet Six -- involving men's lacrosse's Final Four run, baseball's heartbreak on Selection Monday, a new women's basketball coach and much more!

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Knights of The Raritan: Jason Belzer (EP.107) May 19, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Student Athlete NIL founder Jason Belzer, who will be running the day-to-day of Knights of The Raritan, the new Rutgers NIL collective. Jason brings his expertise to the podcast on Episode 107, breaking down the NIL space and the opportunities that Rutgers fans can create for current student-athletes. Jon, Danny and Jason go into depth about the origins of the collective and some frequently asked questions. After the interview, it's a packed Scarlet Six, inclusive of men's lacrosse in the NCAA Quarterfinals and Shawn Tucker's return to Rutgers as Deputy AD.

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Steve Owens - Sweeps in the Big Ten (EP.106) May 05, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to return from a short, warranted hiatus and to be joined by Rutgers Baseball head coach Steve Owens. The third-year Scarlet Knights head coach has architected a 36-9 start on the diamond in 2022, with 15 Big Ten wins in RU's first 18 conference games. Owens covers his baseball upbringing in upstate New York, and coaching in the Division III ranks. He discusses NJ's baseball culture, the '22 Scarlet Knights' many sweeps, and the facilities on campus. After the interview, Danny and Jon talk about the launch of Knights of The Raritan, the new Rutgers NIL collective, as well as a very busy April into May for Rutgers Athletics, including high Big Ten Tournament seeds for both lacrosse programs, C. Vivian Stringer's retirement, Pat Hobbs' extension and more.

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Geo Baker - Geo with the Trio (EP.105) Apr 01, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers men's basketball guard Geo Baker for the final interview of his NIL deal with the show. On Episode 105, Baker walks through some of his career highlights, including a scintillating 2021-2022 campaign with many ups and downs. Baker also touches on the locker rooms throughout his time at RU, some post-graduation projects and the state of the Rutgers hoops program. After the interview, Danny and Jon cover the key topics for Scarlet Knights Athletics as the calendar turns to April 2022, and the spring sports programs are in full swing along with spring football.

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Phil Sellers - Phil the Thrill (EP.104) Mar 16, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by Rutgers men's basketball's all-time leading scorer, Phil Sellers, on Episode 104 of the podcast. Phil The Thrill discusses his upbringing in the NYC hoops scene, recruitment by Dick Vitale to Rutgers and playing time during the 1970s glory days of RU hoops. Sellers tells stories about his time On the Banks, Run Rutgers Run and the 1976 Final Four. After the interview, Danny and Jon break down Rutgers' NCAA bid to the First Four and matchup with Notre Dame in Dayton, as well as updates around RU Athletics at large.

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June Olkowski - A Forgotten Champion's Story (EP.103) Mar 02, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Rutgers women's basketball great June Olkowski on Episode 103 of the podcast. One of only a handful of jerseys retired in the rafters in Piscataway, Olkowski's No. 45 was iconic in the early 1980s, when she helped lead Rutgers to the 1982 AIAW title. Olkowski joined the show to discuss her hoops influences, path to RU, injury-plagued time in Piscataway and coaching career. After the interview, Danny and Jon review men's hoops' NCAA chances ahead of the clash at Indiana on Wednesday night, Fran Brown's departure from the football program and some hot starts for both lacrosse teams, the softball squad and baseball program.

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Kevin MacConnell & Keith Sargeant - Bob Mulcahy Remembrance (EP.102) Feb 17, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight honors the memory of former Rutgers athletic director Bob Mulcahy, who passed away on Feb. 7 at 85 years old. We are joined on Episode 102 by his former deputy AD Kevin MacConnell and NJ Advance Media reporter Keith Sargeant. KMac and Sarge cover Mulcahy's legacy -- from hiring Greg Schiano, to his time at the NJEA to his relatively sudden departure from Rutgers Athletics in 2009. After the interview, Danny and Jon discuss Rutgers men's basketball's resurgence, Danny's trip to Madison, and news and notes around RU Athletics.

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Todd Frazier - Toms River's Finest (EP.101) Feb 03, 2022

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Rutgers baseball legend Todd Frazier for Episode 101 of the podcast. Frazier, who was drafted in the Top 35 by the Cincinnati Reds in 2011, has enjoyed a successful MLB career over the last decade, including a famous Home Run Derby championship in 2015 on his home field. Frazier discusses his Toms River roots as a Little League World Series champ, time spent at Rutgers under the great Fred Hill Sr. and the Frazier family baseball connection. Frazier also comments on the MLB lockout, the baseball and hoops programs at RU and re-lived some of his glory days. After the interview, Danny and Jon cover Tiquan Underwood's departure for Pitt, Taj Harris' transfer from Syracuse, Rutgers men's hoops' NET and more.

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Mike O'Neill & Geo Baker - We Made It (EP.100) Jan 20, 2022

We made it. Thanks to all of the fans of The Scarlet Spotlight podcast. This week, we are releasing our 100th episode of the show. We're excited to be joined by Rutgers women's soccer head coach Mike O'Neill and RU men's basketball player Geo Baker, who is continuing his NIL deal with the podcast. First, Coach O'Neill covers an historic 2021 season for Scarlet Knights women's soccer, including a trip to the College Cup semifinals. Then, Baker discusses the 2021-2022 Rutgers men's basketball season to date with RU sitting at 4-2 in Big Ten play as of the taping on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. After the interviews, Danny and Jon go through the news and notes of the calendar turn to 2022 in Rutgers Athletics and look ahead to the next 100 episodes.

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Richie Schnyderite - Signing Day Special (EP.99) Dec 23, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers.Rivals.com publisher Richie Schnyderite for Episode 99 of the podcast. Richie recaps Rutgers football's National Signing Day from last week, and sets up the 2022 Scarlet Knights football season. In addition to breaking down the prospects that Greg Schiano signed following his second season back at the helm, Richie provides further insight into recruiting during COVID times, and what it's like running both the RU and PSU sites for Rivals. After the interview, Danny and Jon discuss a staff change for football, men's basketball COVID postponements and more, as the hosts lay out their New Year's resolutions with Episode 100 looming at the start of 2022.

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Austin Johnson & Brian Fonseca - Let's Go! (EP.98) Dec 16, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by two Rutgers men's basketball related guests for Episode 98 of the podcast. Former RU hoopster and current radio analyst Austin Johnson is paired with NJ Advance Media's Scarlet Knights hoops beat writer Brian Fonseca. AJ relives a week in viral land after Ron Harper Jr.'s shot to beat No. 1 Purdue and his radio call with Jerry Recco. Both Johnson and Fonseca provide their thoughts on the Scarlet Knights season to date, which sits at 5-5 heading into this taping. After the interview, Danny and Jon give their insight into winter sports, a key departure from the women's soccer coaching staff and rumors swirling around RU football ace recruiter Fran Brown.

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Ryan Hart & Mike Teel - Dual Quarterbacks (EP.97) Dec 02, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes two former Rutgers quarterbacks to the podcast for Episode 97. Ryan Hart and Mike Teel, who each joined the show previously, return for a joint podcast recapping the 2021 Rutgers Football season. In addition to a variety of topics about the Scarlet Knights' season (5-7, 2-7 in the Big Ten) and Greg Schiano 2.0, the duo is asked about their famous quarterback competition in the Fall of 2005. After the interview, Danny and Jon cover the Rutgers Athletics news and notes as the calendar turns to December... including RU women's soccer in the College Cup, tough starts for the two hoops programs, and a resurgent wrestling beginning. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Jerry Carino - The Dean of the Beat: A Dance Repeat? (EP.96) Nov 10, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Gannett New Jersey's Jerry Carino, the NJ Hoops Haven, for his yearly appearance on the Rutgers men's basketball preview show. Jerry last joined the podcast after RU broke its 30-year NCAA Tournament drought in March. For Episode 96, Carino breaks down the 2021-2022 version of the Scarlet Knights, which return a sizable portion of their core, including Geo Baker and Ron Harper Jr. The Scarlet Knights open the season on Wednesday night against Lehigh. After the interview, Danny and Jon cover a plethora of Rutgers Athletics topics: field hockey's Big Ten title, field hockey and women's soccer getting No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament, C. Vivian Stringer's leave of absence and more.

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Meredith Civico - Beach Flag (EP.95) Nov 04, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers field hockey head coach Meredith Civico for Episode 95 of the podcast. Civico, in her 10th year leading the program, is in the midst of a banner year at RU. The Scarlet Knights field hockey program is 15-3, Top 5 in the nation and hosting the Big Ten Tournament this week. Civico discusses her history with the sport in New Jersey, building the RU program and the statewide and international influence on this year's team. After the interview, Danny and Jon break down RU football's win at Illinois, preview Wisconsin visiting Piscataway and cover the other news and notes around Scarlet Knights athletics as the calendar turns to November 2021.

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Scott Goodale, John Poznanski & Geo Baker - There's Some Fire There (EP.94) Oct 28, 2021

It's a super-sized Episode 94 of The Scarlet Spotlight. First, Rutgers wrestling head coach Scott Goodale and All-American 184-pounder John Poznanski join the podcast. Goody and Poz preview the 2021-2022 season, and the return of fans to the RAC. Goodale highlights wrestle-off expectations, lineup and weight management and the Scarlet Knights Wrestling Club. Poznanski discusses his goals for the year and Eric LeGrand's influence on Colonia natives. Then, RU men's basketball star Geo Baker returns to the show for his NIL deal preseason hit and breaks down every member of the roster heading into the Nov. 10 opener against Lehigh. Danny and Jon close the show with the topics of the week in Rutgers Athletics, including RU women's soccer's Big Ten title clinching win at Indiana, field hockey's Top 5 national ranking and football's upcoming game at Illinois.

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Terry Shea - Seven Decades of Football (EP.93) Oct 14, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Terry Shea for Episode 93 of the podcast. The head coach of Rutgers football from 1996-2000, Shea discusses at length what he would have done differently with another shot in Piscataway. He runs through his storied career in football, coaching at almost every level of the game, including the NFL. Shea covers memorable moments of late 90s Rutgers football. After the interview, Danny and Jon recap the loss to Michigan State, preview football's trip to Northwestern and cover the Olympic Sports news and notes.

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Matt Colagiovanni and Isaih Pacheco - Buildings, a Hurricane and a Pandemic (EP.92) Oct 07, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is pumped for a super-sized Episode 92 of the podcast. The show starts with Rutgers running back Isaih Pacheco returning for the second interview of his NIL deal. Pacheco breaks down RU football's 3-2 start, discusses the running back room and provides insight into a week in the life of a college football player. Then, Rutgers Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities, Events & Operations, Matt Colagiovanni, comes on the show to talk about a wide variety of topics related to Rutgers facilities, pandemic response, hurricane emergency plans and stadium ingress. After the interviews, Danny and Jon set up the early October lay of the land for the Scarlet Knights' programs as football Homecoming against Michigan State approaches this weekend.

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Steve Pikiell - The Sellout Streak (EP.91) Sep 17, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Rutgers men's basketball head coach Steve Pikiell for Episode 91 of the podcast. The sixth-year head coach looked back at the 2021 NCAA Tournament, which broke RU's 30-year drought. Pikiell also commented on roster turnover, previewed his full suite of newcomers and returnees, and covered the Geo Baker and Ron Harper Jr. NBA Draft processes. He also discussed his out-of-conference scheduling philosophy, the prospect of a full RAC in 2021-2022, player development, rotations, coaching staff changes and preparing for adversity in a new season. After the interview, Danny and Jon talk about Rutgers football's win at Syracuse to improve to 2-0, preview the Delaware game and touch on Greg Schiano's press conference comments. They also recap the week in RU Athletics, including women's soccer, men's soccer, women's volleyball, field hockey and more.

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The Knights Brigade - Tailgate Party (EP.90) Sep 02, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by The Knights Brigade tailgate for Episode 90 of the podcast. In a special, tailgate party themed edition of the show, Danny and Jon talk with one of the more well-known tailgate groups at Rutgers football games. The Knights Brigade is situated in the Green Lot in Piscataway, and is made up of an interesting membership group from different backgrounds, but a common connection of a passion for Rutgers Athletics. Check out the interview for more on how they came together, food and drink menus, Rutgers football predictions and more. After the interview, Danny and Jon go through the RU football two-deep and Olympic Sports results as fall sports are underway, with this episode dropping on the morning of the Scarlet Knights' 2021 football season opener against Temple.

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Keith Sargeant & James Kratch - Rutgers Athletics 2021-2022 Preview (EP.89) Aug 19, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by NJ Advance Media's Keith Sargeant and James Kratch for our Rutgers Athletics 2021-2022 Preview Podcast. Sarge and Kratch cover all things Rutgers football -- from camp coverage to Noah Vedral to position group strengths to a schedule breakdown. They provide opinions on NIL's effect on journalism, conference realignment and potential mask/vaccine mandates at Rutgers. Sarge and Kratch give insights into Steve Pikiell's roster construction, C. Vivian Stringer's recruiting, Scott Goodale's newest wrestling recruit and so much more in a wide-ranging roundtable with Danny and Jon.

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Mike Williams - From Brooklyn to the Banks (EP.88) Aug 05, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers men's basketball player Mike Williams for Episode 88 of the podcast. Williams discusses his upbringing in NYC basketball and his path to RU under Eddie Jordan. He touches on the transition to the Steve Pikiell era, the 2018 Big Ten men's basketball tournament at MSG and more about his mental health and hoops journey. After the interview, Danny and Jon cover news and notes around Rutgers football, a return of fans to the RAC and coaching hires in Olympic Sports.

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Greg Brown - Private Jets with Mike Ditka (EP.87) Jul 22, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Motorola Solutions Chairman and CEO Greg Brown for Episode 87 of the podcast. Brown covers his childhood in Highland Park, time as a commuter student at Rutgers and post-graduation career choice at AT&T. He also touches on his path to CEO, the makeup of the Board of Governors at Rutgers (for which he was the chairman) and the toughest decisions that he's been a part of on the board. Brown plays word association with Rutgers ADs, discusses his Rutgers 2030 vision and describes how he ended up on the HBO series Entourage. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon go over Rutgers mobile ticketing, men's hoops staff changes and Big Ten Football Media Day. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Geo Baker - Stepback Challenge (EP.86) Jul 15, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to announce our NIL deal with Rutgers men's basketball guard Geo Baker. The fifth-year senior will join the show a handful of times throughout the season, including this week's full episode. Baker discusses NIL legislation, the COVID year, his basketball history in New Hampshire and the parallels between the finishes to the last two seasons for RU hoops. Baker also touches on a variety of Rutgers basketball related topics in a wide-ranging discussion. After the interview, Danny and Jon note Ralph Agee's commitment to fill out the Scarlet Knights men's basketball roster and cover the RU athletes at the Tokyo Olympics.

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Isaih Pacheco - NIL (EP.85) Jul 08, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to do the first NIL deal with a Rutgers athlete, as RU running back Isaih Pacheco joins the podcast for Episode 85. Pacheco discusses how his teammates have welcomed name, image and likeness rights and provides backstory on his upbringing in South Jersey's Vineland. He also covers the heartbreaking story of his sister and brother's murders and how the emotions led to a change in his running style. His recruitment by Chris Ash, facing 8-man boxes and the transition to Greg Schiano are all talked about, as well as the trials of a COVID-ridden 2020 season. Pacheco notes the consistency of offensive coordinator Sean Gleeson's return, how his own QB background helps his RB work and what to expect from the RB room in 2021. The spelling of his first name is also a topic. After the interview, Danny and Jon discuss NIL history, Geo Baker and Ron Harper Jr.'s return decisions for Rutgers men's basketball, football recruiting and a lost story in RU Athletics history.

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Greg Schiano - No More Quarterback Controversies (EP.84) Jun 24, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by Rutgers football head coach Greg Schiano for Episode 84 of the podcast. Schiano discusses recruiting after the COVID-19 pandemic, his new emotional approach to running a program, and facility goals for football. Additionally, Schiano touches on special teams improvements, quarterback Noah Vedral's place heading into summer camp, 100 percent capacity at SHI Stadium, NIL legislation and the expanded College Football Playoff. After the interview, Danny and Jon recap Schiano's interview, break down the RU football schedule, cover Rutgers Olympic sports news and notes, analyze the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline and announce Sarah Baumgartner's departure for Texas.

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Doug Graber - The Dinner in New Brunswick (EP.83) Jun 10, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by former Rutgers football head coach Doug Graber for Episode 83 of the podcast. Graber discussed his path from the NFL to Rutgers, how he thought RU was in New York City and what went into continuing to build the program after the Dick Anderson era. Graber tells a never-before-heard story about a star-studded dinner in New Brunswick that led to Rutgers Stadium's rebuild and gives an in-depth review of the 1995 incident with Joe Paterno at Giants Stadium. After the interview, Danny and Jon talk about Rutgers football recruiting and schedule updates, Jacob Young's transfer to Oregon men's basketball and upcoming podcast guests in Summer 2021. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Justin Price - Racing on the Raritan River (EP.82) May 27, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers women's rowing head coach Justin Price for Episode 82 of the podcast. In his fourth season as RU head coach, Price has the Scarlet Knights ready to compete in this weekend's NCAAs after a third place finish at the Big Ten Championships. Price discussed how he came east to Rutgers, how the program improved from his arrival in late 2017 and what the facilities on the banks of the Raritan River are like in comparison to the rest of the country. Price gives novice fans an inside look at the sport, while highlighting some of his top athletes from the '21 team. After the interview, Danny and Jon discuss the Rutgers football spring game, men's lacrosse's heartbreaking NCAA quarterfinal loss, RU / Seton Hall men's hoops scheduling shenanigans and more. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Neil Solondz - From Bull Durham to the Big Leagues (EP.81) May 13, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers alumnus and Tampa Bay Rays pre and postgame host Neil Solondz for Episode 81 of the podcast. Solondz, who attended RU in the early 1990s, describes his time with WRSU and path in radio out of college. Solondz details a winding road through Minor League Baseball, time with the Durham Bulls and call up to the Tampa Bay Rays a decade ago. He covers the uniqueness of Triple-A baseball, his prep routine, kids content production, volunteer work and his continued connection to Rutgers Athletics. After the interview, Danny and Jon break down RU men's and women's lacrosse snapping 17 and 22-year NCAA Tournament droughts and more in the Scarlet Six.

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Tiquan Underwood - Thomas Sweet VIP (EP.80) Apr 29, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is pumped to be joined by Rutgers alumnus and current RU football wide receivers coach Tiquan Underwood for Episode 80 of the podcast. The 2009 Scarlet Knights alumnus discussed his career On the Banks, his time in the NFL and CFL and his path from coaching with the Miami Dolphins to rejoining Greg Schiano in Piscataway. In an entertaining interview, Underwood also covered the story behind his hi-top fade, and his New Brunswick eating habits. After the interview, Danny and Jon go into the week that was in RU Athletics, whether RU men's lacrosse can break a 17-year NCAA drought and if the transfer portal will help the Rutgers hoops programs. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Brian Brecht - NASCAR Style (EP.79) Apr 15, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers men's lacrosse head coach Brian Brecht. In his 10th season leading the Scarlet Knights, Brecht covers the perils of a COVID-postponed 2020 season, the protocols in 2021, clearing the NCAA Tournament for the program and an uncharacteristic year for the Big Ten. He discusses the impact of the Rodkin Center, his new coordinators and veteran players preparing for the postseason. The No. 7 team in the nation, RU hosts Johns Hopkins Saturday on Senior Night. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon go over the success of RU's Olympic Sports programs such as women's soccer, field hockey and baseball, while noting a major recruiting heist for Rutgers football. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Sue Wicks - Oysters & Small Gyms (EP.78) Apr 01, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by former Rutgers women's basketball star Sue Wicks for Episode 78 of the podcast. Wicks discussed growing up in Long Island, being recruited by Theresa Grentz to RU in the 1980s, her interaction with Jim Valvano during that recruitment and her playing days at the RAC. Wicks also touches on her career in Europe and the WNBA, including with her hometown New York Liberty. In a powerful moment, Wicks describes why she announced that she is gay in 2000 while an active WNBA player, and why she continues to speak about the inequities between women's and men's sports today. After the interview, Danny and Jon recap the last two weeks of Rutgers Athletics, and let Danny have some therapy time to talk about his NCAA Tournament trip to Indianapolis for RU men's basketball. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

The Selection Special - Bob Wenzel, Brad Wachtel, Jerry Carino & Brian Fonseca (EP.77) Mar 18, 2021

The drought is over! Rutgers men's basketball is heading to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1991. The Scarlet Spotlight is pumped to bring you our Selection Special. First, it's Bob Wenzel, the head coach of RU's 1991 NCAA Tournament team, giving a RU history lesson and providing perspective for this team's accomplishments. Then, it's former RU manager and staffer Brad Wachtel discussing Facts & Bracks, his highly-ranked bracketology site. And then, MyCentralJersey's Jerry Carino and NJ Advance Media's Brian Fonseca join the show for a reporter's roundtable and a breakdown of Rutgers vs. Clemson. On the back end, Danny and Jon describe the emotions of Selection Sunday after a 30-year wait. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Dr. Jonathan Holloway - Mr. President (EP.76) Mar 04, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by Dr. Jonathan Holloway, the 21st President of Rutgers University, for Episode 76 of the podcast. Dr. Holloway discusses taking over at RU during a global pandemic and his goals for Rutgers at large. Holloway covers topics ranging from his big ideas to post-COVID reopening to academics and athletics coexisting. A historian by trade, Holloway also comments on how he believes this era in history will be viewed a decade from now. After the interview, Danny and Jon note the Olympic sports success at RU last week, as well as provide bracketology updates for men's and women's hoops. Since the duo taped after the Rutgers/Nebraska men's basketball game on Monday night, let's just say that Danny was in a rare mood. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Sebastian Joseph-Day - Blooming Like a Flower (EP.75) Feb 18, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is thrilled to be joined by current Los Angeles Rams and former Rutgers Scarlet Knights defensive lineman Sebastian Joseph-Day. The 6-foot-4, 310-pound D-tackle plays alongside the NFL Defensive Player of the Year (Aaron Donald) on the Rams. Joseph-Day, who goes by "Bash," discussed his path to Rutgers, transition from Kyle Flood to Chris Ash, and his Pro Day success. He also dives into the main differences in the NFL, experiencing the Super Bowl and why Donald is the league's best defensive player. Joseph-Day also gives details about his YouTube series "Dine N Bash" and COVID-19 relief work in Los Angeles. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon do some bracket watching for the Rutgers hoops programs. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Geoff Billet - The Shot and a Cheer (EP.74) Feb 05, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers men's basketball guard Geoff Billet, who played during the Bob Wenzel and Kevin Bannon eras. Billet (now the basketball coach at his high school alma mater Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft) details his path to Rutgers from the Jersey Shore, his recruitment by Wenzel and the transition to the Bannon era. He covers his famous shot at MSG in the 1998 Big East Tournament, missing the NCAAs in 1999 and the NIT elimination that year. Billet also discusses his brother Todd's arrival at Rutgers, Bannon's firing, and Todd's transfer to Virginia upon Gary Waters' arrival. In the Scarlet Six. Danny and Jon talk Rutgers men's hoops, women's hoops, wrestling, spring schedules and Geo Baker's comments on NIL. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Gary Waters - Coaching with Character (EP.73) Jan 21, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by former Rutgers men's basketball head coach Gary Waters on Episode 73 of the podcast. Waters discusses his Detroit roots, path through Eastern Michigan and Kent State, and how he got to Rutgers in 2001. He covers the transition post Kevin Bannon, rocky start to '01-'02, the NIT run in 2004 and more. Waters chats about Quincy Douby's recruitment, his famous post-snowstorm resignation in 2006 and his career after RU. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon cover all the news and notes of 2021 in Rutgers Athletics. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Chris Paladino - Reimagining New Brunswick (EP.72) Jan 07, 2021

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to announce our new partnership with the New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO), and to welcome its president Chris Paladino on the podcast for Episode 72. A Rutgers alumnus, Paladino shares his journey to DEVCO and what the non-profit does for New Brunswick's community at large. Additionally, he discusses his connections to Rutgers, including childhood tickets at the Barn, college forehead scars from goalposts and more. Chris candidly shares his thoughts on past RU administrations and current ones, while giving insight into what went into developing facilities with Greg Schiano in the past. He even lets listeners know what Danny was like as an intern. After the interview, Danny and Jon talk hoops and wrestling's start to 2021.

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Pat Hobbs - My Famous Twitter Dance (EP.71) Dec 24, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers' Director of Athletics, Pat Hobbs, for Episode 71 of the podcast and our final show of 2020. Hobbs recaps the RU football season, the implementation of COVID protocols and how the athletes responded to the challenge to get through all nine games. Additionally, Hobbs discusses his relationship with Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway and football coach Greg Schiano, while noting potential contract extensions for C. Vivian Stringer and Steve Pikiell on the basketball side of things. Hobbs also gets into the Big Ten budget shortfalls, amateurism & NIL conversations, facilities, fundraising, how to execute 19 sports in one season this spring and videos of his dancing. After the interview, Danny and Jon touch on the end of Rutgers football's season, a nice win for RU women's hoops and the rarified air that RU men's basketball has entered at No. 11 in the AP poll. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Steve Politi - Happy Holidays, Rutgers Fans! (EP.70) Dec 10, 2020

It's a special holiday edition of The Scarlet Spotlight, as NJ Advance Media's Steve Politi joins us for the entire podcast on Episode 70. We cover a ton of ground, including: Rutgers vs. Penn State football, the football program's expectations, the state of the athletic department, playing college sports in a pandemic, RU fans, NJ.com, President Jonathan Holloway, covering sports through Zoom, Sean Gleeson's baby, COVID19 reporting, journalism at large and more. Steve offers his take on Rutgers men's basketball's NCAA hopes in 2021, and football's subsequent bowl expectations next fall, during a surprise round of true/false.

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Scott Goodale & C. Vivian Stringer - Super-Sized Thanksgiving 2020 (EP.69) Nov 19, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight has a holiday surprise for Episode 69 of the podcast. It's two interviews for the price of one. First, Rutgers wrestling head coach Scott Goodale joins the show to talk through junior nationals, COVID protocols, Big Ten duals, NCAA eligibility and his new wrestling room. Then, Hall of Fame women's basketball head coach C. Vivian Stringer provides her wisdom around social justice in the U.S. and what to expect from a new, transition-oriented Scarlet Knights team this winter. Before, between and after the interviews, Danny and Jon comment on Rutgers football's loss to Illinois and look ahead to Michigan, while wondering when college basketball schedules will be released to ease Danny's nerves.

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Joe Martinek - Jersey Joe: Pizza, Pasta & FIFA (EP.68) Nov 05, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is pumped to be joined by former Rutgers football running back Joe Martinek for Episode 68 of the podcast. Martinek looked back at his high school career in Sussex County, accomplishments at Rutgers and the pressures of the RU running back room post-Brian Leonard and Ray Rice. Martinek also analyzed his relationship with Greg Schiano, how alumni were treated during the Chris Ash era and what his NFL experience taught him about life. Additionally, Joe gave an overview of his business "Jersey Joe Fitness" and what advice he'd give to players in Schiano 2.0. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon discuss the Scarlet Knights' 1-1 start on the gridiron against Michigan State and Indiana, as well as some hoops scheduling news.

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Rob Roselli - Polish Ping Pong (EP.67) Oct 22, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers' Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing, Rob Roselli, on Episode 67 of the podcast. Roselli discusses working with Greg Schiano, preparing for a season without fans at SHI Stadium and RU's "Rutgers Football On the Go" initiative. Roselli provides a sneak peak at the athletic department's marketing planning decisions around COVID-19 and how they plan to feature the athletes and fans in 2020-2021. After the interview, Danny and Jon break down the Rutgers football depth chart, discuss RU men's basketball schedule rumors and congratulate C. Vivian Stringer and Bob Mulcahy on their NJ Hall of Fame inductions.

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Steve Pikiell - The Banner in Danny's Apartment (EP.66) Oct 08, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is pumped to be joined by Rutgers men's basketball head coach Steve Pikiell for Episode 66. The 5th year head coach's third appearance on the podcast was his most confident to date, as he looked back at the '19-'20 season (which Danny believes ended the NCAA drought), discussed offseason COVID-19 protocols and ran through his roster player-by-player. Pikiell also touched on the social justice action that his team has taken since the spring. He mentioned the idea of a RAC without fans and how the Scarlet Knights will look to respond to Top 25 expectations in 2020-2021. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk about Greg Schiano's roster, the Rutgers football depth chart, eligibility votes for winter athletes and the next podcast episode.

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Shawn Tucker - For Tuck, For Tuck (EP.65) Sep 18, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is pleased to be joined by former Rutgers football wide receiver and athletic administrator, and current NJCU athletic director Shawn Tucker. The 2007 RU graduate discusses his time On the Banks under Greg Schiano, including an emotional 2006 season when he missed most of the historic run following a broken ankle. Tucker also touches on his work at NJCU as an AD, and how he's addressing the current social climate with his colleagues and the athletes in his programs. After the interview, Danny and Jon take a chunk of time to cover the Big Ten's decision to start the football season on October 24 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and the implications for the University, the conference and the NCAA.

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Keith Sargeant & James Kratch - The NJ.com Duo (EP.64) Sep 03, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by The Star Ledger, NJ Advance Media & NJ.com's Keith Sargeant and James Kratch for what would have been our Rutgers football preseason roundtable. Instead, Sarge, Kratch, Danny and Jon discuss the Big Ten's decision/vote to postpone the fall season, the future of the Rutgers athletic department, Greg Schiano, the national college football media, winter sports decisions, eligibility, the NCAA Power 5, OPRAs and more! The NJ.com duo even provides insight into what their jobs might look like this fall.

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Greg Bedard - From First Base to the Press Box (EP.63) Aug 20, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by The Boston Sports Journal's Greg Bedard for Episode 63 of the podcast. Bedard is a Rutgers alumnus who played for the RU baseball program before shifting to a role at The Daily Targum. In his two-decade sports journalism career, he has covered iconic coaches, players and franchises in the NFL, including Nick Saban with the Miami Dolphins, Brett Favre with the Green Bay Packers and Bill Belichick with the New England Patriots. Bedard shared stories about all of those experiences, as well as Belichick's affinity for Rutgers players. He noted the difficulties of navigating a tumultuous time for employment in the field, and dove into what 2020 NFL training camp will feel like for him. After the interview, Danny and Jon jump into the Big Ten's postponement of the football season, media coverage of pandemic-related decisions and the future of the show if there are no games to talk about.

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Roy Hinson - An Unexpected Life in Basketball (EP.62) Jul 30, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is thrilled to be joined by former Rutgers All-American basketball player Roy Hinson for Episode 62 of the podcast. Hinson, who is second all-time in blocks in RU history, led the Scarlet Knights to the 1983 NCAA Tournament (their last win in the NCAAs) as Atlantic 10 Player of the Year. He discussed his path to Piscataway, which included time in Trenton, Princeton and Franklin, as well as why he never expected a life in basketball. Hinson then dives into his time as a player in the NBA, which spanned 8 years and more than 7,000 points, as well as an appearance in the 1986 Slam Dunk Contest. He also touches on his current job with the National Basketball Players Association as a Senior Regional Director in Florida, advising players on financial strategy. Before and after the interview, Danny and Jon run through feedback on the Gov. Murphy episode, recap the Hinson interview and discuss the quarantine of the Rutgers football program after 10 positive COVID-19 tests in detail.

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Governor Phil Murphy (EP.61) Jul 20, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by the Governor of New Jersey, Phil Murphy, for Episode 61 of the podcast. The Governor discussed the multi-faceted approach to the COVID-19 pandemic in NJ, including testing, tracing and phased reopenings of businesses and schools. He discussed the future of athletics crowds in 2020-2021, athletics quarantine exemptions, Rutgers' overall campus reopening plan, social justice protests, Greg Schiano, marijuana legalization and his presidentially-endorsed infrastructure project. After the interview, Danny and Jon recap the discussion, touch on their thoughts about playing college sports this year at all, and note the financial impact of potential cancellations.

Greg Schiano, The Head Football Coach is Back (EP.60) Jun 29, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers football head coach Greg Schiano for Episode 60 of the podcast. Schiano returned to Piscataway in December, nearly eight years after leaving RU for the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Schiano discusses the process that led to his return, what operating his program remotely has been like during the COVID-19 pandemic, the #Chop4Change initiative for Black Lives Matter and more. After the interview, Danny and Jon get into what college sports might look like in 2020-2021, and highlight a huge commitment for Rutgers wrestling.

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Alexi Lalas - Appendectomies, Guitars & Futbol (EP.59) Jun 11, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to be joined by one of the greats in Rutgers men's soccer history, Alexi Lalas. The former National Player of the Year at RU discusses his time in New Brunswick and Piscataway, his path to the United States National Team and experiences overseas. Lalas also touches on his time as a soccer executive and broadcaster, while providing insight into the return of Bundesliga to FOX Sports post COVID-19. He analyzes the current state of U.S. soccer, while also commenting on current events. After the interview, Danny and Jon give a full breakdown of Rutgers Athletics' statements about racial injustice and police brutality, as well as their own longform thoughts following George Floyd's murder.

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Rich DeMarco - The Voice of Army (EP.58) May 28, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers alumnus and the Voice of Army Athletics, Rich DeMarco, for Episode 58 of the podcast. DeMarco, who served as WRSU sports director and worked at WCTC after graduation, discusses his career progression -- which involved seminal moments at RU in the classroom and calling the 1998 Big East men's basketball tournament at Madison Square Garden. DeMarco conveys the importance of covering Army/Navy football, and having a connection to the service academy that has superseded that of his connection to his alma mater. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon go over Greg Schiano's May burst in Rutgers football recruiting, post COVID-19 plans from other Big Ten schools and more.

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The RU Screw Podcast / Scarlet Spotlight Fundraiser Show (EP.57) May 14, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is excited to collaborate with The RU Screw Podcast for a special, two-hour edition of the show. This episode was a live Twitter broadcast on Mon. May 11, 2020. Guests on our Zoom included: former Rutgers men's basketball head coach Bob Wenzel, former RU football players Eric LeGrand, Devin McCourty & Jason McCourty, and RU alumna radio host Carla Marie. Danny and Jon are joined by Adam Helfgott, Max Scheiner and Mike Vorkunov as hosts.

If you can contribute to our fundraising initiative for Middlesex County Food Bank (MCFOODS) & #FeedRVillage for meals for healthcare workers, you can do so at this link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/RUScrewPod-ScarletSpotlight-Covid19

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Dr. Jay Tischfield - The COVID-19 Special (EP.56) Apr 30, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by Dr. Jay Tischfield for Episode 56 of the podcast. Dr. Tischfield's lab at Rutgers, RUCDR Infinite Biologics, developed the COVID-19 saliva test that is in the news. Dr. Tischfield discusses the test at length, its applications, approvals processes and more. He notes the next steps for society in a post-novel coronavirus world and how he sees the sports world adapting. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon marvel at Dr. Tischfield's work, recap Rutgers Football Virtual Fan Day & preview Rutgers Day on BTN.

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Mike Vorkunov & Matt Fortuna - The Athletic Plays Rutgers (EP.55) Apr 23, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is pleased to be joined by two terrific journalists for Episode 55 of the podcast. Mike Vorkunov and Matt Fortuna of The Athletic joined the show to discuss their all-encompassing Rutgers men's basketball and football stories from this past season, which used Jon and Danny in their leads. They touched on their early careers in journalism, objectivity approach and coverage directive at a subscription publication. Additionally, they conveyed the idiosyncratic nature of the RU fanbase for both sports. Danny and Jon talk about meals for healthcare heroes, Rutgers Rewatch & a special science / COVID-19 episode planned for next week.

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Tom Young - Paint Chips Falling At The Barn (EP.54) Apr 13, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers men's basketball head coach Tom Young on Episode 54 of the podcast. Young, who led the Scarlet Knights from 1973-1985, discusses his playing days at Maryland and the start of his coaching career in the DC area. He notes how outside the box it was to come to RU in '73, how the early teams found chemistry and why the '75-'76 team was so special. Young conveys how the program navigated the move into the RAC, details more great teams in the late 70s and early 80s and explains why conference realignment hurt Rutgers basketball in the mid-80s. After the interview, Danny and Jon recap Young's thoughts on the state of the current basketball program and plug future episodes.

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Pat Hobbs - Three Months Never To Be Repeated (EP.53) Apr 03, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers athletic director Pat Hobbs on Episode 53. For his third appearance on the podcast, Hobbs discusses the difficult time for the athletic department during coronavirus, as well as the abrupt end to the basketball seasons. He comments on Olympic sports hires and the lengthy negotiations with Greg Schiano this fall. Hobbs also goes through the details of fundraising, facilities and eligibility questions from the NCAA. Danny and Jon analyze the Hobbs interview and note plans for the podcast during these uncertain times.

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Eric LeGrand - The Legrand Bracket (EP.52) Mar 31, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by former Rutgers football player Eric LeGrand for Episode 52 of the podcast. LeGrand, who made the No. 52 famous after his spinal cord injury in 2010, takes part in his second interview with Danny and Jon. He talks about the Chris Ash era, calling games that were out of reach and helping bring Greg Schiano back to Piscataway. LeGrand provides important commentary on the coronavirus and how it affects his daily caretakers as well as his businesses in apparel, events and speaking engagements. He also gives his bracket for LeGrand Rutgers moments. Danny and Jon celebrate the commitment of Cliff Omoruyi to Rutgers basketball, analyze Schiano's recruiting exploits of the month and discuss the picture for college sports in 2020-2021. Jon also plugs the YouTube debut of the 1982 AIAW championship game, and Danny notes athletic director Pat Hobbs' upcoming appearance.

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Austin Johnson - The Righty Hook (EP.51) Mar 26, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers men's basketball player Austin Johnson on Episode 51 of the podcast. The former RU forward played for both Fred Hill Jr. & Mike Rice, and shares his insights on the ending of both tenures. Johnson discusses his favorite teammates, connections to the high school scene in NJ and time working in the RU athletic department after graduation. Johnson also praises the Rutgers leadership development program and gives his favorite RU Screw moment. After the interview, Danny and Jon talk recruiting for football & men's basketball, and news about women's hoops past and present. Please consider supporting local businesses at this tough time -- and go to NewBrunswickTakeout.com to order from Tavern on George or the Olive Branch!

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Brian Fonseca - Pain & Suffering (EP.50) Mar 19, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight begins its quarantine with NJ Advance Media's Brian Fonseca joining the podcast. The RU alumnus discusses his background, the coronavirus keeping Rutgers from the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 29 years and recaps the 2019-2020 season. Fonseca gives his opinions on the rotation, positives and improvement areas, scheduling, recruiting and more about his reporting career. On the back end of the interview, Danny and Jon provide context about the basketball season's meaning, what's next for the program and why you should take the coronavirus seriously.

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Quincy Douby & Dave White - Coney Island & Tillett Takeout (EP.49) Mar 05, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is pumped to be joined by two guests for Episode 49. First, you'll hear from former Rutgers All-American guard Quincy Douby. The Scarlet Knights men's basketball star from 2003-2006 discusses his street-ball upbringing in Coney Island, Brooklyn, and his recruitment to RU. He covers memories of the 2004 NIT, a difficult '04-'05 & his historic junior season. Douby also discusses his time in the NBA and overseas. In our second interview, On The Banks' Dave White joins us to chat about the current Scarlet Knights, go through his career as a novelist and consider what's next for the men's basketball program. Danny and Jon mention scenarios for the NCAA vs. NIT on the back-end of the interviews.

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Steve Longa - Knights in the NFL (EP.48) Feb 20, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers linebacker Steve Longa for Episode 48 of the podcast. The current Detroit Lions player discussed his upbringing in Cameroon, moving with his family to New Jersey at age 12 and taking up football in high school. Longa mentions his recruitment during Greg Schiano's departure from RU in 2012, some big wins during his time in Piscataway and the reasons why he declared early for the NFL Draft in 2016. He notes the difficulties of being an undrafted free agent, dealing with injuries and his father's death and what his career might look like after football. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon briefly mention results around the athletic department, before taking a deep dive into Rutgers men's basketball's NCAA Tournament metrics and some history around a similar scenario from 21 years ago.

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Andrew Kulihin - The Brand Builder (EP.47) Feb 06, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by Rutgers Athletics' Director of Creative Services & Branding, Andrew Kulihin, for Episode 47 of the podcast. Kulihin, a Plainfield native and Rutgers alumnus, discusses his career, projects around the athletic department and how decisions are made about jersey design, social media campaigns and more. He also covers what it's like to receive feedback from student-athletes and the fan-base, while working with multinational companies on critical brand decisions. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon mention some results from the week of Scarlet Knights athletics, including wrestling, women's basketball and men's lacrosse, before giving a brief look at football signing day No. 2. The podcast culminates with a lengthy discussion about Rutgers men's basketball, including a look back at the win over Purdue at the RAC and loss to Michigan at MSG. After some Xs and Os talk, Danny and Jon dive deep into the NCAA Tournament resume of the Scarlet Knights, looking for their first bid since 1991.

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Fred Hill Jr. - Forty Years in College Hoops (EP.46) Jan 23, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers men's basketball head coach Fred Hill Jr. for Episode 46 of The Scarlet Spotlight podcast. Hill, who led RU from 2006-2010, reflects on four decades of college basketball coaching, including five seasons at Rutgers as an assistant and the head coach. He discusses his coaching path, learning from his dad (former RU baseball Hall of Fame head coach Fred Hill) and his work with Team Hill Foundation. Hill covers many stories around recruiting, the beginning of his tenure under Gary Waters and how his time at RU ended. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk Steve Pikiell's NCAA hopes, Signing Day build-up for football, the new president of the university and more!

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Brian Leonard - Leonard Leaping Into The New Year (EP.45) Jan 09, 2020

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by former Rutgers All-American running back Brian Leonard on Episode 45 of the podcast. Leonard discusses his upbringing in upstate New York, recruitment to Rutgers and helping Greg Schiano build the modern-day Scarlet Knights football program. Leonard relives famous moments in RU history, his NFL career and more. He also touches on his philanthropy and new business ventures. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon cover the stunning about-face by Rutgers men's basketball into bubble discussion, the football coaching staff hires and other topics around RU Athletics!

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Aaron Breitman - Editing on the Banks (EP.44) Dec 19, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes On The Banks managing editor Aaron Breitman to the podcast for Episode 44. The Rutgers alumnus, Breitman has built the SB Nation Rutgers affiliate into a well-respected publication in the RU community. He joined the show to discuss his Rutgers path, his thoughts on the Greg Schiano hire and his feelings about the tenor of the Steve Pikiell era. Breitman also touches on his coverage of other Scarlet Knights teams, and makes some predictions for 2020 and the future. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk Rutgers football recruiting, Schiano's staff, men's hoops' huge wins over Wisconsin and Seton Hall, women's hoops' best start in 15 years, wrestling's holiday plans and The Scarlet Spotlight's 2020 resolutions.

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Bob Mulcahy - Mulcahy's Schiano Story (EP.43) Dec 06, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is pleased to be joined by former Rutgers athletic director Bob Mulcahy for Episode 43 of the podcast. Mulcahy, who served as AD from 1998-2008 reflects on hiring Greg Schiano as Rutgers football head coach in 2000, the challenges of working in athletics at Rutgers and his eventual removal from the position. He touches on his successful hirings and biggest challenges, RU's eventual admission to the Big Ten and his regrets about the men's basketball program. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon go through the entire saga that led to Schiano's return to Rutgers last week with an in-depth conversation about the month-long process.

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Julian Pinnix-Odrick - This is Jersey Baby (EP.42) Nov 14, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers football captain Julian Pinnix-Odrick for Episode 42. JPO discusses his time at Rutgers, the trials and tribulations of playing in a 78-0 game and his famous "This is Jersey Baby" speech at the R Awards. JPO gives his thoughts on the current state of RU football, and what he hopes for the future of the program, as one of the few players to be recruited by Greg Schiano, and to play for both Kyle Flood and Chris Ash. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon cover the potential re-hiring of Schiano as head coach, early returns from the hoops programs and other news around Rutgers Athletics heading into the holiday stretch. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Jerry Carino - The NJ Hoops Haven Returns (EP.41) Oct 31, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight returns to a familiar guest for Episode 41, as MyCentralJersey's Jerry Carino comes on the podcast to preview the Rutgers men's basketball season. Jerry covers the full depth chart, breaks down the schedule and comments on Steve Pikiell's philosophy for the season. The NJ Hoops Haven also analyzes the RU/Seton Hall game on Dec. 14 and the atmosphere expected at the RAC, plus his thoughts on Scarlet Knights football's coaching search. Danny and Jon recap the RU/Liberty football game, preview RU men's and women's hoops and provide updates on the Olympic Sports.

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Ryan Hart - The Quarterback of the Company (EP.40) Oct 17, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is thrilled to be joined by former Rutgers football quarterback Ryan Hart for Episode 40. Hart took Rutgers to its first bowl in 28 years in 2005, and is synonymous with the building blocks of the Greg Schiano era. The son-in-law of former RU athletic director Bob Mulcahy, Hart discusses his Scarlet Knights career, the 2005 Insight Bowl, his image and likeness lawsuit with EA Sports and his thoughts on Mulcahy's removal as AD in 2008. Additionally, Hart covers the Rutgers football coaching search and plays story association with his former teammates. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon go through the firing of Rutgers football head coach Chris Ash and offensive coordinator John McNulty, the fire building on RU Twitter as of late and upcoming guests for the show this fall.

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Brandin Knight - Big East Legend on a Big Ten Staff (EP.39) Sep 27, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to welcome Brandin Knight for Episode 39 of the podcast. The Rutgers men's basketball assistant coach was an All-American and Big East player of the year as a guard at Pittsburgh in the early 2000s. Knight discusses his hoops career, transition into coaching, Pitt memories and why Steve Pikiell's pitch to come to RU was the right one. Additionally, he covers the 2019-2020 Scarlet Knights from off-season development to in-season goals. In The Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon go over Rutgers football's loss to Boston College, the state of the football program and its fan-base and what the rest of Fall 2019 holds. The duo also covers results from the Olympic Sports teams and Scott Goodale's extension with Rutgers wrestling.

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Scott Goodale - Coffee, Wrestling, & Kenny Chesney (EP.38) Sep 12, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes downloads king Scott Goodale back to the podcast for Episode 38. The Rutgers wrestling head coach discusses the 2018-2019 season, which was historic for his program. It included a Top 10 NCAA finish and two individual national champions. Goodale covers the breaking news about Nick Suriano's Olympic redshirt and what to expect from the 2019-2020 Scarlet Knights. Other topics include: the new practice facility, Goodale's thoughts on RU Athletics under Pat Hobbs and his music taste. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk about Rutgers football's loss to Iowa, what to expect against BC and why Sept. 21 is so important for the Scarlet Knights. In addition to recapping the week in fall sports, the hosts note the social media angst within the Rutgers fanbase.

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Jamaal Westerman - "The Squirrel Dance" (EP.37) Sep 05, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers football defensive lineman Jamaal Westerman for Episode 37. Westerman, who is currently sidelined due to injury in the CFL, discussed his time in Piscataway in detail and provided stories about his six years in the NFL. Topics include: the '06 season, Greg Schiano, Rex Ryan, Ray Lewis and Jason Taylor. After the interview, Danny and Jon review RU football's week one win over UMass and preview the trip to Iowa on Saturday. They also give some takeaways from the victory for both the offense and defense, while summing up the week in Rutgers Athletics news (a men's hoops verbal commit, fall sports wins piling up, and a story about SHI from the 50-yard line dinner). Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

John McNulty & Rutgers Football Preview (EP.36) Aug 22, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight has a packed show to wrap up August with Episode 36. First, Danny and Jon are joined by Rutgers football offensive coordinator John McNulty. In his second stint with Rutgers, John discusses his coaching career in college football and the NFL, his memories from the Greg Schiano era at RU and his thoughts on the 2019 Scarlet Knights offense. After McNulty walks down RU memory lane, he lays out what Rutgers fans can expect in this year's quarterback competition. In the second segment of the podcast, NJ Advance Media's Keith Sargeant and James Kratch join for a roundtable to go through the entire Scarlet Knights depth chart, ticket sales news, media access to camp and more. Danny and Jon close out the show recapping the interviews, going over RU men's hoops' trip to Spain and RFund's "The Bells Must Ring" initiative.

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Bob Reasso - The Hand-In-Pocket Technique (EP.35) Aug 01, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes former Rutgers men's soccer head coach Bob Reasso to the podcast for Episode 35. The Loyal Son of Rutgers and RU Hall of Famer took the Scarlet Knights to three Final Fours and 13 NCAA Tournaments during his 29 years On The Banks, including the 1990 national title game. Reasso discusses his RU tenure, post-Rutgers career and coaching U.S. national team legend Alexi Lalas. For the first time, Reasso gives details on his dismissal from the head job in 2010, and comments on how soccer and football can coexist at Division 1 universities. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk about Big Ten Football Media Day, the men's hoops & wrestling doubleheader at MSG, Coach Stringer's return to the sidelines and Dr. Robert Barchi stepping down as RU president in 2020.

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Theresa Grentz - The First Full-Time Head Coach (EP.34) Jul 18, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Hall of Fame head coach Theresa Grentz to the podcast for Episode 34. The longtime Rutgers women's basketball coach led the RU program for 20 years from the mid-1970s to the mid-1990s, mentoring some of the best players in RU history. Grentz discusses becoming the first full-time, women's basketball head coach in the nation, headlining doubleheaders with the men's program at the RAC and fighting for equal opportunities for her players. She touches on the coaching careers of her graduates, and the work ethic she tried to instill in her team en route to the 1982 AIAW national title. In The Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk about Big Ten football media day, the new RU baseball head coach and more in our mid-summer edition.

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Bruce Johnson - The Longtime Voice of Rutgers (EP.33) Jul 02, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to welcome Bruce Johnson to the podcast for Episode 33. Johnson worked at WCTC in Middlesex County for 34 years, ascending to news/sports director, while holding the play-by-play role for Rutgers basketball for 23 years and RU football for 15 years. He discusses his career, time at RU, favorite game and memories of coaches. For the first time in audio form, he details his layoff from all of those play-by-play positions and his feelings toward Rutgers today. After the interview, Danny and Jon go back-and-forth on Bruce's departure and the state of radio play-by-play in the college athletics media landscape. Happy Summer, Rutgers fans!

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Steve Pikiell - Year Number Four on the Hardwood (EP.32) Jun 20, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Rutgers men's basketball head coach Steve Pikiell for Episode 32 of the podcast. The fourth-year leader of the Scarlet Knights breaks down the off-season for nearly every one of his returning players, intros the newcomers and comments on roster/staff changes. Pikiell shares insight into the upcoming August trip to Spain, his summer recruiting approach and his energy drink of choice. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk football recruiting, the new statue in Piscataway, a hire for women's lacrosse and an honor for the Deputy AD.

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Jerry Carino - Omoruyi Overview (EP.31) Jun 07, 2019

The New Jersey Hoops Haven, Jerry Carino, returns to The Scarlet Spotlight for Episode 31. Carino chats with Danny and Jon about Eugene Omoruyi's transfer from Rutgers men's basketball, and provides insights only heard on this podcast. The trio discusses the next steps for Steve Pikiell, how things change for the team and his stance on transfers in college hoops. Carino notes the rule changes in the sport and how they will affect the Scarlet Knights. Danny and Jon give news from the end of the RU spring sports seasons, and look ahead to fall.

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Rutgers Athletics Strategic Vision - The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence (EP.30) May 23, 2019

Breaking news dictated the topic for Episode 30 of The Scarlet Spotlight. Originally intended as our 2018-2019 Rutgers Athletics year in review, RU dropped its long-awaited strategic plan in advance of the holiday. Danny and Jon are joined by NJ Advance Media's Keith Sargeant -- for his second appearance on the podcast. The trio gives a section-by-section review of the document that will drive the strategic direction of the athletic department for at least the next five years. Danny, Jon & Keith debate the positives and negatives of the vision, discuss the merits of quantifying goals for the Scarlet Knights' programs and convey the important action items for Pat Hobbs & Rutgers Athletics in the coming months.

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Glenn Crooks - Women's Soccer's Builder (EP.29) May 10, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by former Rutgers women's soccer head coach Glenn Crooks for Episode 29. Crooks served as leader of that program for 14 years, before handing off the reins to associate head coach Mike O'Neill. Crooks discusses his path to coaching women's soccer, his pivot back to broadcasting after his coaching career and the state of soccer in the U.S. The now-voice of New York City FC in the MLS, Crooks comments on the quality of the league, the idiosyncrasies of club soccer in New Jersey and his relationship with U.S. Women's National Team star Carli Lloyd. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon note the grad transfers to RU football, men's basketball recruiting and schedule news, end-of-year lacrosse notes, surprises from other Scarlet Knights spring sports programs and the Academic Progress Rate results.

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Anthony Ashnault - The National Champ is Here (EP.28) Apr 12, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to welcome Rutgers wrestling's 149-pound national champion Anthony Ashnault to the podcast for Episode 28. The South Plainfield, NJ native discusses his undefeated run to the title, the growth of RU wrestling and his thoughts on the future of the program. Ashnault also breaks news about his next steps post-graduation and explains why he thinks wrestling is now mainstream on campus. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk Rutgers football on Spring Game Eve, break down RU men's lacrosse's path to the NCAAs, chat about the departure of Jay Young from the RU men's hoops coaching staff and cover spring sports results!

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Pat Hobbs - The Athletic Director Returns (EP.27) Mar 22, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes its first repeat guest for Episode 27. The Rutgers Athletic Director, Pat Hobbs, makes his second appearance on the podcast... returning nearly a year to the day after joining the show in its inaugural month. Hobbs gives a year in review for RU athletics, and discusses the CSS report his department commissioned in 2018. Additionally, he touches on the decision to retain Rutgers football Coach Chris Ash after a 1-11 season, excitement around the RAC for the RU hoops programs and optimism across the board for the athletic department. Other topics include: the beer/wine sales and food vendor RFP, what coaches are asking for to build their programs and which two words he wants to remove from the Rutgers vocabulary. Following the interview, Danny and Jon give some news and notes around Rutgers women's hoops and wrestling as they prep for the NCAAs, as well as a quick recap of the RU men's basketball season.

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Joe Salvi - The RAC Fan Favorite (EP.26) Mar 12, 2019

For Episode 26, The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes former Rutgers men's basketball sixth man Joel Salvi, from the Class of 2000. The Kevin Bannon era big man discusses his two years at RU, his relationship with Coach Bannon and some memories of his time in New Brunswick and Piscataway. Salvi tells stories of his college days, pro career in Italy and the hair that made him so famous at the Rutgers Athletic Center. Following the interview, Danny and Jon recap a busy start to March in Rutgers Athletics -- including RU women's hoops bowing out in the Big Ten semis, men's hoops' Big Ten Tournament draw, two Big Ten champs for wrestling and results from other Olympic Sports (lacrosse and softball). They also plug the upcoming interview with RU athletic director Pat Hobbs, which will be the first repeat guest in the podcast's one-year history.

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Mike Greengarten - The Man Behind The Fan Experience (EP.25) Feb 25, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is pleased to welcome Rutgers Athletics' Director of Marketing and Fan Experience, Mike Greengarten, for Episode 25. The RU alumnus came to the Marketing department after a post-graduation fellowship with the MAAC. Greengarten discusses the RAC gameday production, what goes into halftime shows and why he's so confident in the future of the men's basketball program. The well-liked, soon-to-be RFund employee known as "Greeny" reflects on his RU background, and provides insights about marketing the Rutgers Athletics programs. Danny and Jon cover the week in RU men's and women's hoops, preview wrestling in the Big Ten and NCAA Tournaments and touch on the story of the week -- beer and wine sales being opened up to on-campus events in Piscataway.

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Joe Litterio - Rutgers Baseball Takes the Diamond (EP.24) Feb 12, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Rutgers baseball coach Joe Litterio to the podcast for Episode 24. The Scarlet Knights alumnus was a sure-handed second baseman for RU in the early 1990s, when the program was in the Atlantic 10. Litterio discusses his path back to RU via a 12-year stint as the head coach at Wagner. He touches on playing for the legendary head coach Fred Hill, injury news around the 2019 squad and notes about his rebuilt coaching staff and facilities. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon cover a busy weekend in Rutgers sports -- including the long-awaited overlap of winter and spring events. Additionally, they debate the merits of the CSS report that was released to inform the Rutgers Athletics long-term strategic plan.

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Tara Sullivan - Jersey Columnist and Rutgers Alumna (EP.23) Jan 25, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Boston Globe sports columnist Tara Sullivan for Episode 23. Sullivan, a Rutgers alumna, spent two decades at The Bergen Record before joining the Globe. She discusses her career, her time as a student journalist "On The Banks" and important figures in Rutgers Athletics history. Sullivan touches on topics including women in sports journalism, the past five RU athletic directors and her favorite Bruce Springsteen song. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon cover RU men's basketball's win over Nebraska, women's hoops climb to the top of the Big Ten, wrestling's path to March, men's lacrosse's NCAA chances, the Steve Pikiell / Chris Ash comparisons and New Year's resolutions for Rutgers Athletics.

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Brian Brecht - Lacrosse Looks for NCAA Breakthrough (EP.22) Jan 11, 2019

The Scarlet Spotlight is joined by Rutgers men's lacrosse head coach Brian Brecht for Episode 22. Entering his 8th season leading the Scarlet Knights in 2019, Brecht discusses life in the Big Ten, three years of NCAA snubs and his core of returning talent. Having led RU to the No. 1 ranking in the country two years ago, Brecht covers the rule changes in college lacrosse, the importance of his 6th-year returning goalie Max Edelman and much more. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon go over the national saga around RU women's basketball recruit Maori Davenport, break down the wrestling dual lineup and try to fix some of the issues around men's basketball heading into the meat of conference play. Happy New Year!

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Kevin MacConnell (K-Mac) - Alumnus and Longtime Athletics Executive (EP.21) Dec 17, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to welcome former Rutgers Deputy AD Kevin MacConnell for Episode 21. MacConnell, who spent more than 25 years in the Rutgers athletic department, discusses his path to RU as a student and the start of his professional life. He analyzes working with multiple athletic directors -- Fred Gruninger, Bob Mulcahy and Tim Pernetti -- and offers up his thoughts on the current state of affairs for Rutgers in the Big Ten. MacConnell also touches on his observations of Greg Schiano's methods and the coverage of the expansion of Rutgers Stadium. Danny and Jon recap the week in RU sports -- including men's basketball's loss at Fordham, women's basketball's win at Harvard, wrestling's trip to Las Vegas and the hiring of a new men's soccer head coach.

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Keith Sargeant - The Leader of the Rutgers Football Beat (EP.20) Nov 30, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight is happy to be joined by NJ Advance Media's Keith Sargeant for Episode 20. Sargeant, who has been on the Rutgers football beat for more than a decade, recaps the 1-11 RU football season and discusses misconceptions about the athletic department. He touches on his experience with the Open Public Records Act, his favorite Rutgers players to cover and his thoughts on the past and present at RU Athletics. Danny and Jon recap the season-ending football loss at Michigan State and look ahead to 2019, while covering results from Rutgers men's and women's basketball and wrestling.

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Mark Conlin - Final Four Reminiscing (EP.19) Nov 16, 2018

For Episode 19, The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Mark Conlin, who played in more than 100 games for Rutgers men's basketball from 1973-1977. The guard was on RU's famous 1975-1976 team, which went undefeated into the Final Four at 31-0. Conlin discusses his recruitment, the College Avenue Gymnasium (The Barn), big games and his teammates. Conlin also touches on the Rutgers coaching tenures of the one he played for in Tom Young, his classmate Eddie Jordan and the current RU coach Steve Pikiell. Danny and Jon cover topics around Rutgers football's loss to Michigan, RU men's basketball's wins over FDU and Drexel, C. Vivian Stringer's 1000th win and more.

C. Vivian Stringer - Hall of Fame Head Coach Nears 1,000 Wins (EP.18) Nov 02, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by Rutgers women's basketball's Hall of Fame head coach C. Vivian Stringer for Episode 18. Three wins shy of 1,000 for her illustrious career, Stringer's Scarlet Knights tip-off the 2018-2019 campaign next week at the RAC. She discusses her road to Rutgers in the 1990s, challenges in her personal and professional life and why she still has fun coaching. Additionally, Stringer touches on RU's snub by the NCAA Tournament committee in March 2018 and their path to success this winter. Danny and Jon recap Rutgers football's loss to Northwestern and preview the game at Wisconsin. They also cover news and notes around RU Athletics -- from women's soccer to field hockey to wrestling to basketball!

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Eric LeGrand - Rutgers Fans Will Always bELieve (EP.17) Oct 19, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight is honored to be joined by former Rutgers football player Eric LeGrand for Episode 17. The Avenel native and Colonia High School graduate injured his spinal cord on kickoff coverage for Rutgers in Fall 2010 and was paralyzed. Following his injury, LeGrand has inspired millions, launching a broadcast career on the Rutgers Football Radio Network and giving motivational speeches around the country. LeGrand discusses his former coach Greg Schiano, his daily life following his injury, memories from his time On The Banks and his life's passions. Danny and Jon recap the start of October around Rutgers Athletics.

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Jerry Carino - The Dean of the Rutgers Hoops Beat (EP.16) Oct 05, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Jerry Carino of Gannett New Jersey to the podcast for episode No. 16. Carino, the senior member of the Rutgers men's basketball beat, takes part in a wide-ranging discussion about his career, New Jersey journalism, RU hoops and the 2018-2019 Scarlet Knights. He gives his thoughts on the full rotation, analyzes player progression and provides insight into Coach Steve Pikiell's expectations for the season. Jon and Danny recap the Rutgers football losses to Buffalo and Indiana, preview tomorrow's game against Illinois and unveil Olympic Sports results from the past week.

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Sarah Baumgartner - Development Whiz Continues Building At Rutgers Athletics (EP.15) Sep 21, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Rutgers' Deputy Director of Athletics, Sarah Baumgartner, to the podcast for Episode 15. Sarah, who is widely considered one of the top development executives in the NCAA, discusses her time at Missouri, playing softball for Illinois and being a part of Rutgers' transition to the Big Ten. Baumgartner also provides details regarding Rutgers Athletics' fundraising goals, operational budget needs and strategic plan. She touches on the disappointment of the football loss at Kansas, while reiterating her excitement for the opportunity to build the athletic department. Danny and Jon discuss the Kansas game, look ahead to Buffa

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Marco Battaglia - Rutgers All-American Football Legend Fundraising For The Future (EP.14) Sep 07, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes former Rutgers All-American tight end and current assistant athletic director for development and major gifts, Marco Battaglia, for Episode 14 of the podcast. Battaglia discusses his time "On The Banks" (1992-1995), including a Big East Offensive Player of the Year honor. He tells many interesting anecdotes, like his experience taping a show with Bob Hope, taking part in a race for the Howard Stern Show while in the NFL and having the Rutgers football practice facility named after him. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon talk about the merits of a cupcake opener, break down the Scarlet Knights' Saturday performance, look ahead to Ohio State and analyze the rest of the RU fall sports' results.

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James Kratch - Rutgers Football Beat Writer Previews The Season (EP.13) Aug 31, 2018

For lucky episode No. 13, The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes NJ Advance Media's James Kratch, the beat writer for Rutgers football and a host in the ever-crowded RU Athletics podcast landscape. Kratch details his New Jersey upbringing, his path to South Carolina for college and his journalism roots. He discusses covering high school sports, the New York Giants and Rutgers... spanning coaches from Steve Spurrier to Tom Coughlin to Chris Ash. Kratch gives his extensive opinions on multiple RU football position units and goes game-by-game through the schedule with Danny and Jon on the eve of Rutgers vs. Texas State in the 2018 season opener.

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Chris Carlin - The Voice of Rutgers Football Climbs NYC Media (EP.12) Aug 16, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Chris Carlin to Episode 12. Carlin, who is entering his 18th season as part of the Rutgers football radio crew, also served as the voice of RU men's basketball for eight years. In addition to his Rutgers broadcast duties, Carlin is a host for WFAN in NYC... and his media career has taken him from WFAN to SNY to WIP in Philadelphia and back to WFAN for another stint. The Chatham, NJ native discusses growing up in New Jersey, what Rutgers means to him, advice for young broadcasters and interesting lessons from his time On The Banks. Anecdotes are included about RU athletics figures like Bob Mulcahy, Tim Pernetti, Greg Schiano and Mike Rice.

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Mike Teel - Record-Setting Rutgers QB Reflects On His Career (EP.11) Aug 01, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes former Rutgers quarterback Mike Teel (2005-2008) for Episode 11. The three-year starter under center reflects on his time as a Scarlet Knight, including what it was like to play for head coach Greg Schiano, the emotions surrounding the historic 2006 win against Louisville and fighting for the QB role in Piscataway as a freshman. Additionally, the now 32-year-old Teel discusses being the head coach of his high school alma mater (Don Bosco Prep in New Jersey), his careers in the NFL and finance before entering coaching... and Teel plays word association with his former Rutgers football teammates. Danny and Jon touch on the recent news around the RU football program -- including dismissals and commitments, as the Sept. 1 opener approaches.

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Mike O'Neill - Homegrown Former Soccer Star Leads Rutgers' Top Program (EP.10) Jul 16, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight rolls into the heart of the summer and into Episode 10 with Rutgers women's soccer head coach Mike O'Neill. The soon-to-be fifth year head coach of RU's top program has consistently brought the Scarlet Knights to the NCAA Tournament after taking over for Glenn Crooks, for whom O'Neill was a longtime associate. The former All-Big East player at Seton Hall won New Jersey's high school player of the year award at Kearny prior to embarking on his soccer coaching career. O'Neill discusses club coaching, recruiting, the RU women's soccer culture and Carli Lloyd in a wide-ranging interview.

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Steve Pikiell - Hoops Coach Wants to Cut Down Nets (EP.09) Jun 25, 2018

It's Episode 9 and Rutgers men's basketball head coach Steve Pikiell joins The Scarlet Spotlight. After recently completing his second season leading the Scarlet Knights, Pikiell recaps the '17-'18 campaign and looks ahead to new additions for the '18-'19 season. He provides a detailed breakdown of the Rutgers roster, including progression he expects from returning players and those who sat out due to redshirt or transfer. Pikiell provides information on lineup philosophy, scheduling approach, the impact of multiple wins in the Big Ten Tournament and his championship hopes for the future of the program, which has not been to the NCAA Tournament since 1991.

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Chris Ash - Calculated Gridiron Coach Stresses Culture (EP.08) Jun 18, 2018

For Episode 8, The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes Rutgers football head coach Chris Ash. The third-year leader discusses taking over a program that needed a culture change in fall 2016, and leading RU from zero Big Ten wins in the '16 season to three in the '17 campaign. Ash, who is known for an emotionally-level and serious demeanor, opens up about his day-to-day approach and his thoughts coming out of spring camp. Additionally, Ash touches on his recruiting messaging for Rutgers football and what it's like to play in the Big Ten East. In the Scarlet Six, Danny and Jon discuss some fall scheduling news, Rutgers' spring sports seasons, the new sports betting laws in NJ and an early test for RU football in Week 2.

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Steve Politi - The Polarizing Columnist (EP.07) May 29, 2018

The podcast welcomes Steve Politi, the sports columnist for The Star-Ledger and NJ.com. The 20-year veteran of the publication has been a polarizing figure in the Rutgers Athletics community, offering up often-pointed pieces about RU’s decisions and performance. Jon, Danny & Steve debate his opinions, discuss the long-term strategy for RU Athletics & analyze the current state of sports journalism.

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Jerry Recco - WFAN Mainstay and The Voice of Rutgers Basketball (EP.06) May 14, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes The Voice of Rutgers Men's Basketball, Jerry Recco, for episode No. 6. Jerry has spent the last 21 years on-and-off at WFAN, the top sports radio station in New York City. Best known for his work as the update anchor and fill-in host on The FAN's morning show, Recco discusses the many hats he has worn at the station over two decades, a turbulent year in NYC sports radio and his winding road through entrepreneurship. Jerry also touches on his two years with Rutgers men's hoops and his thoughts on the future of Steve Pikiell's program. He also responds to an age-old RU fan conspiracy theory!

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Bobby Deren - The Scarlet Nation Experience (EP.05) Apr 30, 2018

The Scarlet Spotlight welcomes ScarletNation.com senior writer Bobby Deren to the podcast. Jon, Danny and Bobby discuss his path to Scarlet Nation, the site's migration from Rivals to 247Sports, some famous message board personalities and old stories from covering Rutgers football. In the Scarlet Six, Jon and Danny debate 2018 RU football win totals, Big Ten venues, basketball recruiting, The Alley tailgating area, men's lacrosse's NCAA hopes and historic games (tweet #RGreatestPlay to @ScarletSpotRU).

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Scott Goodale - The Program Builder (EP.04) Apr 16, 2018

Episode 4 features long-time Rutgers wrestling coach Scott Goodale, whose program continues to reach new heights. Goodale talks about the beginnings of the program, what a sixth year for Anthony Ashnault means to the program, the important of the Scarlet Knight Wrestling Club and his basement ping-pong battles with his son. Make sure you listen to the entire interview as he breaks some news at the end. Danny and Jon also debate what was the biggest blunder in Rutgers sports history in the Scarlet Six.

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Pat Hobbs - Rutgers Athletic Director Wants To Win Championships (EP.03) Apr 03, 2018

We're back with episode three of The Scarlet Spotlight. We welcome Pat Hobbs, the 8th athletic director in Rutgers University's history. Pat discusses what drew him to the challenge in Piscataway, updates fans on the R B1G Build (RU's Big Ten fundraising push), details development timelines for Athletics facilities and comments on Rutgers men's basketball's recent run at Madison Square Garden. Additionally, Pat touches on the department's long-term strategic plan, servicing younger alumni fans and his championship goals for Rutgers Athletics. Due to the in-depth nature of the interview with Pat Hobbs, there is no Scarlet Six this week. Danny and Jon's debate segment will return for episode four! Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Connor Fox - Rutgers Hoops Walk-On Plays Through Tumultuous Time (EP.02) Mar 19, 2018

We're back with episode two of The Scarlet Spotlight. We welcome Connor Fox, 2002 Rutgers graduate and RU hoops walk-on turned scholarship athlete, onto the podcast. We discuss Connor's path to Piscataway, playing through the Kevin Bannon era and the start of Gary Waters' time "On the Banks." Connor tells stories about the student-athlete experience, gives his opinion on the state of Rutgers basketball today and plays word association with his former teammates. In the Scarlet Six (16:06), an assessment of both basketball programs, which Olympic sports team can win a Big Ten title, and the most underrated Rutgers athletes of Danny and Jon's lifetimes. Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/ Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew

Jeff Towers - Turning Rutgers Fans into Donors (EP.01) Mar 05, 2018

We're excited to kick off The Scarlet Spotlight with this first episode. We welcome Jeff Towers, fan and major donor to Rutgers Athletics, onto the podcast. We explore how Jeff and his wife Amy got involved with the Rutgers community despite having zero connections to the school before 2010. There’s also an important discussion about how to encourage more alumni to become active donors to the school to help strengthen the programs. In the Scarlet Six (17:53), the areas of improvement for the football team, the athletic department’s financial future, and some all-time Rutgers win and loss memories for Danny and Jon.

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Welcome to the Scarlet Spotlight Feb 02, 2018

Hosted by RU alumni Danny Breslauer and Jon Newman, the show looks to provide Scarlet Knights fans -- and those interested in Rutgers sports -- with a unique analysis of the athletic department and its programs. From interviews with prominent figures in the RU Athletics and New Jersey sports communities to debate segments covering on-field stories, off-the-court information and insider takes, The Scarlet Spotlight will provide your Rutgers sports fix in podcast form.

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