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Ep. 994: Twitter Questions: MSU and Big Ten basketball, the Lions, and picking the NFL playoff games Jan 16, 2025

We answered your questions – on Michigan State basketball and whether we've overhyped MSU's return to glory, on best lineups, Frankie Fidler, Jeremy Fears Jr., and facing Illinois, on Michigan basketball and Big Ten hoops, MSU football, the Lions' preferred opponent, cottage cheese tubs and more. Plus, we picked the divisional round NFL playoff games and the College Football Playoff championship game with Harry (1:10.00), and then when back to more listener questions, some really good stuff at the end (1:28:00).

Ep. 993: Hot Take Monday: MSU basketball buzz, the NFL playoffs and David Muir Jan 13, 2025

We dug into our takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball, on Jeremy Fears Jr. and what he could be for MSU's program, on the reasons the Spartans are winning as they are and our revamped expectations for them, on the NFL playoffs and the Lions' matchup with the Commanders, on MSU football recruiting, the College Football Playoff and more, including, of course, David Muir.

Ep. 992: Twitter Questions: MSU basketball's place in the Big Ten, MSU football's future & the Lions Jan 10, 2025

We answered your questions – on Michigan State basketball, how this team compares to other enjoyable MSU teams, the Spartans' outside shooting and ceiling and place in the Big Ten, on MSU football's recruiting class and near-term future, on the Lions and what statues would be built if they won a Super Bowl, on the College Football Playoff and more.

Ep. 991: Talkin' MSU basketball and picking the CFP and NFL playoff games Jan 09, 2025

A conversation on Michigan State basketball and what to make of this MSU team with Eric Larson from the podcast "The Final Four is not on the schedule" (17:00). Plus, our College Football Playoff semifinal and NFL Playoff wildcard picks with Harry (40:00).

Ep. 990: Hot Take Monday: The Lions take the No. 1 seed and MSU basketball keeps winning Jan 06, 2025

We dug into our takes and yours – on the Lions' win over the Vikings for the No. 1 seed, on Aaron Glenn and Alex Anzalone, on Michigan State basketball, the win over Ohio State, MSU's big men and realistic chances of making a run this year, and whether this is actually a "two-year group" (not my words this time, and on MSU hockey at Wrigley Field, Cade Cunningham, the College Football Playoff and more.

Ep. 989: Twitter Questions: MSU basketball hits Big Ten play, the CFP, and Lions play for everything Jan 02, 2025

We answered your questions – on Michigan State basketball heading into Big Ten play, what this MSU team might still be missing, which players are the keys to contending, etc. (starting that conversation at 40:00). Before and after that, we answered questions about the Lions' game against the Vikings, what a loss would mean and how Jason would handle it, on the College Football Playoff, whether Arizona State got hosed, and whether these non-competitive games mean the format should be changed. Plus, a couple stories definitely worth telling. Happy New Year.

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Ep. 988: Twitter Questions: MSU basketball, football and the classic story of Santa Rube Dec 20, 2024

In our final show before the holidays, we answered your questions on Michigan State basketball, including lineup and playing time decisions and which players are primed for a big winter, on MSU football and the Spartans' transfer portal activity, on how to fix college sports, how to improve Spartan Stadium and more, including best and worst gifts. Plus, the classic story of Santa Rube.

Ep. 987: MSU basketball beats Oakland and Colton Pouncy on the Lions Dec 19, 2024

We opened discussing Michigan State basketball's win over Oakland and what we learned from it. Then a conversation with The Athletic's Colton Pouncy on the Detroit Lions – what realistic hope remains for the No. 1 seed and a Super Bowl run and what it's like covering Dan Campbell and the Lions (13:00). Plus we picked the College Football Playoff first-round games and this week's NFL games with Harry Gagnon (35:00).

Ep. 986: Hot Take Monday: MSU basketball optimism; Lions and their fans hanging by a thread Dec 16, 2024

We dug into our takes and yours – on the optimism surrounding Michigan State basketball, the misery surrounding the Lions, the problems with the timing of the transfer portal window in college football, why one of us repeats bad takes over and over, and more.

Ep. 985: Twitter Questions: MSU football, MSU hoops, the Lions, Tigers and Christmas in prison Dec 13, 2024

We answered your questions on Michigan State basketball's chances to win a Big Ten title, on Jase Richardson, the center position, on MSU football, the Spartans' schedule, Thanksgiving weekend home games, and the transfer portal, on the Lions, Tigers, spending Christmas in prison, and more. Plus a visit from Andrew and Monica at Groovy Donuts.

Ep. 984: Joe Rexrode on the CFP, SEC and Big Ten, and MSU football and hoops Dec 12, 2024

We opened talking about Michigan State's 2025 football schedule, which was released Wednesday. Then a good conversation with former MSU beat writer Joe Rexrode (of The Athletic) on the College Football Playoff, the Big Ten and SEC, and MSU football and basketball (15:00). Plus, our football (and soccer) picks for this week with Harry Gagnon (39:00).

Ep. 983: Hot Take Monday – is MSU basketball back? Can MSU football compete in an NIL world? Dec 09, 2024

We dug into our takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball and why the Spartans look the program they were five years ago and whether it's real, on MSU football's ability to compete in the NIL space moving forward and the takeaways from an interview with Alan Haller, on the College Football Playoff selections and angst and what needs to be done to improve it, and on the big, bad, beautiful Detroit Lions.

Ep. 982: Twitter Questions - on MSU football, NIL, MSU basketball, stadium troughs and Santa Rube Dec 05, 2024

We answered your questions on Michigan State football recruiting, the state of MSU's NIL collectives, MSU basketball after a win at Minnesota, the Lions, stadium troughs, Santa Rube and more.

Ep. 981: Hot Take Monday: The state of MSU football, stupid columnists, MSU basketball and the Lions Dec 02, 2024

We dug into our takes and yours – on the state of Michigan State's football team and program, on fans sitting through frigid conditions to watch bad teams, moronic columnist takes, on MSU basketball, Xavier Booker and the win over North Carolina, and on fears the Lions won't get the No. 1 seed and more.

Ep. 980: Talking MSU football, Jonathan Smith and the Lions with Nick Baumgardner Nov 21, 2024

In our final show until after Thanksgiving, we opened talking Michigan State basketball after the Spartans' survived Samford on Tuesday night. Then a good conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on MSU football, Jonathan Smith, Indiana and Michigan football and the Lions (19:00). Followed by our college football and NFL picks with Harry (40:00). Plus, leftover listener hot takes from Monday on MSU football, hoops, life and more (1:06:00).

Ep. 979: Hot Take Monday - MSU football angst, MSU basketball takes and the Lions Nov 18, 2024

We dove into our takes and yours – on Michigan State's football team and program and the direction of things under Jonathan Smith, on MSU basketball coming out of the Bowling Green game, on the Lions trucking the Jaguars and what concerns still exists, on the Rube's life and storytelling and more.

Ep. 978: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball lineups and the state of football Nov 15, 2024

We answered your questions on Michigan State basketball's starting and best lineups, on MSU football recruiting and the transfer portal after this season, on The Rube's grandma and vacation destinations and more.

Ep. 977: Hot Take Wednesday – What to make of MSU basketball's loss to Kansas Nov 14, 2024

We dug into our takes and yours – on what we learned from Michigan State basketball's loss to Kansas and impressions of MSU's team, on MSU football and a critical game at Illinois, on MSU football recruiting, on the Lions, the Pistons, the Tigers, Big Noon and bad columns. Then we picked this week's college football and NFL games with the great Harry Gagnon (1:46:00).

Ep. 976: MSU basketball begins; picking this week's football games; and Twitter questions Nov 07, 2024

After tackling the mood of the day, we opened talking about what we learned from Michigan State basketball's season-opening win over Monmouth (beginning at 12:00). Then we picked this week's college football and NFL games with Harry Gagnon (21:00). Then answered your YouTube and Twitter questions on MSU football and basketball and more (48:00).

Ep. 975: Hot Take Monday - Concerns about Michigan State football Nov 04, 2024

We dug into our takes and yours – on Michigan State football, concerns about the state of things after the 47-10 loss to Indiana, on Jonathan Smith, Alan Haller, on the Lions' rolling in the rain and more.

Ep. 974: Twitter Question Friday: MSU football and basketball and the response to the rivalry saga Nov 01, 2024

We answered your questions on Michigan State football, the game against Indiana, and MSU's response Michigan melee saga, on MSU basketball and concerns over what we saw against Ferris State, on the Lions trade needs, and life, including a couple stories worth telling, including the incredible tale of The Rube's "Aunt Karen".

Ep. 973: MSU football moves on and MSU basketball plays a revealing game Oct 31, 2024

We opened discussing the latest in the MSU-Michigan football melee saga, including the Big Ten's feckless response, before digging into a revealing performance by MSU's basketball team in an exhibition game against Ferris State (15:00). Then Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor joined us for a conversation on the MSU-Michigan football rivalry and the culture around it (25:00), followed by a great discussion with Indy Star Indiana football writer Zach Osterman on the unbeaten Hoosiers, how this all happened and their matchup this Saturday with the Spartans (41:00). Plus, our football picks for this week's games with Harry Gagnon (1:08:00).

Ep. 972: Hot Take Monday: Simmering MSU-Michigan football reactions Oct 28, 2024

We dug into our takes and yours – on Michigan State's loss to Michigan, the coaching performances, the melee at the end, how the media covered it, MSU's game against Indiana, the Lions, life advice and more.

Ep. 971: Twitter Question Friday, on the eve of the MSU-Michigan football game Oct 25, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on Michigan State's and Michigan's football teams and programs and Saturday's MSU/U-M matchup, on MSU basketball, dating advice and more.

Ep. 970: Talkin' MSU-Michigan football and the Lions with Nick Baumgardner and our picks with Harry Oct 23, 2024

We opened talking about the MSU-Michigan game and the extreme highs and lows some of MSU's players have experienced in this series, which has been dead even for two decades. Then the Harry Gagnon joined us to pick the MSU-Michigan game and the rest of the college football and NFL slate (19:00). Plus, a great conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on MSU and Michigan's football teams, the matchup, and the Lions (48:00).

Ep. 969: Hot Take Monday: MSU football's eye-opening showing, facing U-M, the Lions, and life Oct 21, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's eye-opening win over Iowa, what it says about Jonathan Smith and his staff, MSU's looming matchup with Michigan, why the Wolverines are favored, as well as the Lions' win at Minnesota, life advice requests from The Rube and more.

Ep. 968: Twitter Question Friday - MSU football's future, MSU basketball lineups and life advice Oct 18, 2024

We answered your questions – on Michigan State football, what it'll take to beat Iowa, how long until MSU has a competent offensive line, on MSU basketball and best lineups, on the Lions, Tigers, life advice and more.

Ep. 967: Too many MSU football night games? Plus, MSU-Iowa preview and CFB and NFL picks Oct 16, 2024

We opened with a discussion on MSU football's constant night games, how fans feel about them and how MSU's athletic director feels about them. Then The Athletic's Scott Dochterman joined us for a conversation on MSU's matchup with Iowa, the Big Ten and how the league thinks Year 1 of 18 teams in going (16:00). Plus, Harry Gagnon joined us to make this week's college football and NFL picks (38:00).

Ep. 966: Hot Take Monday - on MSU basketball and football, the Lions' next move and Tigers' future Oct 14, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball after the Spartans' game at Northern Michigan (Jaden Akins, Jaxon Kohler, Xavier Booker, the freshmen, Izzo, etc.), on MSU football and a pivotal game against Iowa game, on the Lions and all the feelings about Aidan Hutchinson and what to do now, on the Tigers' future and more.

Ep. 965: Tigers playoff ticket dilemma, Connor Stalions and CMU, MSU football, and Twitter questions Oct 09, 2024

We opened talking about the Detroit Tigers playoff magic and The Rube's Tigers playoff ticket dilemma – to sell or not to sell. Then we talked about the Connor Stalions-CMU column that dropped Wednesday (14:30). Followed by a fun conversation with departing Detroit News MSU beat writer Madeline Kenney on life working the MSU beat, covering Tom Izzo and what's in store for this MSU football team (18:30). Then we picked week's college football and NFL games with Harry (33:30), before answering your questions on MSU football, Connor Stalions, the Tigers and more (1:14:30).

Ep. 964: Hot Take Monday – MSU and Michigan football, Aidan Chiles through Sherrone Moore, and more Oct 07, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football, on Aidan Chiles and how the Spartans will fare in the games ahead, on Michigan football and Sherrone Moore, on MSU basketball, the Tigers, whether hot takes are right for this show and more.

Ep. 963: Twitter Question Thursday: MSU football and basketball, the Tigers and life Oct 03, 2024

We answered your questions on Michigan State football – what it'll take for the Spartans to beat Oregon, on Aidan Chiles and Jonathan Smith – on MSU basketball, including Coen Carr's role, how the minutes will be dispersed at power forward and more. Plus, the Tigers – where this came from and what to compare it to – and more.

Ep. 962: Lions, Tigers, oh my; Plus, an MSU-Oregon football preview and our picks with Harry Oct 01, 2024

We dug into the Tigers' win over Houston in Game 1 and the Lions' barnburner of a win over Seattle and our feelings about all of it. Then, an interview with Oregonian Oregon football beat writer James Crepea on MSU football's matchup with the Ducks (24:00). Plus, our college football and NFL picks with Harry and a couple can't-miss soccer parlays (48:00).

Ep. 961: Hot Take Monday - on MSU and Michigan football the rest of the way Sep 30, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football and what we learned about the Spartans against Ohio State, how the rest of the season will go from here given the matchups ahead, on still-varying opinions on Aidan Chiles, on Michigan football after an escape against Minnesota, on college refs, the Tigers-Astros series and the mid-afternoon start times and more.

Ep. 960: Twitter Questions – MSU vs. Ohio State, MSU hoops recruiting and the Tigers in the playoffs Sep 27, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on Michigan State football and the Spartans' chances of upsetting Ohio State or simply covering the point spread; on U-M football and how many games the Wolverines will win; on MSU basketball recruiting after being spurned by two 5-stars; on the improbable incredible Tigers, on life's issues and more.

Ep. 959: MSU-Ohio State preview, Tom Izzo and Aidan Chiles comments, and football picks with Harry Sep 25, 2024

We opened talking about Tom Izzo's comments about his MSU basketball team and program, Aidan Chiles' perspective on his interceptions. Then a good conversation with Columbus Dispatch Ohio State football writer Joey Kaufman on the Buckeyes and the challenge ahead Saturday night for MSU's football team (24:30). Plus, we picked this week's college football and NFL games with Harry and through in a couple soccer parlays (42:30).

Ep. 958: Hot Take Monday - MSU and U-M football reaction, the Lions win and the Tigers' playoff push Sep 23, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football's loss to Boston College and schedule ahead, on the play of quarterback Aidan Chiles, on Michigan's win over USC, on the Lions' performance Sunday, the Tigers moving into wild card playoff position and more.

Ep. 957: Michigan State-Boston College football preview and NFL and CFB picks with Harry Sep 17, 2024

We opened talking about the Tigers and Michigan State football, before picking this week's college football and NFL games with Harry Gagnon, including MSU-Boston College, Michigan-USC and the Lions-Cardinals (15:00). Then, the Boston Globe's Trevor Hass joined us for a conversation on MSU's game at Boston College this weekend and what the Spartans can expect at BC (42:30).

Ep. 956: Hot Take Monday: MSU and Michigan football, the freakin' Lions, Tigers and more Sep 16, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football heading into a telling stretch and whether six wins is still the most likely outcome, on Michigan football and where the Wolverines might finish, on the Lions' frustrating loss and concerns about the offense, on the Tigers pushing for a wildcard berth, and more.

Ep. 956: Twitter questions for The Rube, live from Midtown Brewing Company Sep 14, 2024

Live from Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing, we answered your big-picture Twitter questions on MSU and Michigan football, the Lions, life and love. And, more significantly, Jason answered your poignant and personal questions about the man behind The Rube.

Ep. 955: Honoring MSU football's most consequential teams; picking the games; and Twitter questions Sep 11, 2024

We opened with a conversation with author Tom Shanahan about MSU football and two of its most trailblazing teams, from 1965 and '66, going into the MSU Athletics Hall of Fame this weekend as, fittingly, MSU's first HBCU opponent, Prairie View A&M, visits Spartan Stadium. Then a discussion on receivers coach Courtney Hawkins' comments on freshman Nick Marsh (22:00). Followed by our picks for this week's NFL and college football games with Harry Gagnon (27:30) and then we answered your questions on MSU and Michigan football, the Lions, Tigers, troughs and more (1:03:00).

Ep. 954: Hot Take Monday - changing trajectories for MSU and Michigan football, the Lions and more Sep 09, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football and the changing trajectory for the season after MSU's performance at Maryland, on Aidan Chiles and Nick Marsh and more, on Michigan football, which appears headed in the other direction this season, on the Lions' overtime win against the Rams, on the Tigers seriously in the playoff hunt and more.

Ep. 953: Twitter Question Friday: An MSU football bonanza Sep 06, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – many of them on Michigan State's football team, on Aidan Chiles' performance and future, the receivers and tight ends, the defense, injuries, Jonathan Smith and more, along with questions on Michigan football, the Lions, Tigers, life decisions, movie and music taste and more. Plus, what we're betting this weekend.

Ep. 952: MSU football at Maryland preview and college and NFL picks with Harry Sep 04, 2024

Off the top, we talked with Baltimore Sun Maryland football beat writer Ed Lee about what to expect from the Terrapins in their matchup with MSU this Saturday. Then we picked this week's college football and NFL games with Harry Gagnon, including MSU-Maryland, Michigan-Texas and the Lions-Rams (26:00).

Ep. 951: Hot Take Monday – reacting to Michigan State football's opener and more Sep 02, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football's 16-10 win over FAU, including MSU's laboring offense and the play of QB Aidan Chiles and a defense that looked promising, and on Michigan's uninspiring start against Fresno State, the Tigers playing meaningful baseball and more.

Ep. 950: Twitter Questions - MSU and U-M football, Tigers, Lions and The Rube breaks a kid's finger Aug 29, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on Michigan State football heading into the Spartans' opener, on Michigan football and Connor Stalions, on the Tigers suddenly being in the wildcard hunt, the Lions being Super Bowl favorites and more, including a story worth telling of the time The Rube broke a kid's finger while stealing his candy on Halloween.

Ep. 949: A flawed Connor Stalions 'doc', previewing MSU football vs. FAU, and Week 1 bets Aug 28, 2024

We opened digging into the flawed Connor Stalions Netflix film that is far from a documentary. Then a conversation with Florida Atlantic beat writer Robbie Lastella on what to expect from the Owls in their game at MSU Friday night (14:30). Before we picked the Week 1 college football games with the great Harry Gagnon (32:00).

Ep. 948: Hot Take Monday - MSU football hope and Michigan football troubles Aug 26, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the reasons for increasing optimism for MSU football, why Aidan Chiles is and isn't the key to all of it, on Michigan football having received a notice of allegations from the NCAA, on the Tigers becoming fun, bad Jared Goff takes and more.

Ep. 947: Twitter Question Friday – MSU football reasons for optimism Aug 23, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on Michigan State football, reasons for optimism with the Spartans, which games might be most thrilling, which MSU might win and which could swing the season, and on MSU basketball's playing rotation, the Lions, the Tigers, live, love and piss troughs.

Ep. 946: MSU basketball takeaways from Spain; Big Ten football changes; and Penei Sewell goes down Aug 21, 2024

First, a conversation with NBC Sports' Nicole Auerbach on Big Ten football and the expanded college football playoff (13:00). Then, mid-show, news that the Lions' Penei Sewell is injured breaks and we react (39:00). Followed by a discussion on what we learned from Michigan State basketball's three games in Spain, including a entertaining and challenging game on Tuesday against a Serbian professional team (43:00). Plus, in honor of The Rube's favorite soccer team playing in the Champions League, we play Young Boys trivia (57:00).

Ep. 945: Hot Take Monday: MSU basketball lessons in Spain Aug 19, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on what we've learned about Michigan State's basketball team through two games in Spain, on real expectations for MSU football, on how U-M fans should feel about the Wolverines' national title, on the Detroit Tigers' big moment Sunday night and whether they're in for a strong finish and more, including a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 944: Twitter Questions - on MSU and Michigan football, the impact of cheating and the Blue Wall Aug 14, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on MSU football and the Spartans' most important players, on Michigan football and how much the Wolverines benefited from cheating, on journalism bias, Lions injuries, the Tigers in contention and more, including a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 943: Hot Take Monday - How Michigan football's cheating helped build the program Aug 12, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football and basketball, on how much Michigan football cheating helped build the program to a championship level, USA basketball and the Olympics and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 942: Twitter Question Thursday - MSU football and hoops, Harbaugh, Stalions and CMU Aug 08, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on Michigan State football and MSU basketball, on proper punishment for Michigan football, on Jim Harbaugh and Connor Stalions, on CMU and more.

Ep. 941: Hot Take Monday - Connor Stalions, Sherrone Moore and Michigan and CMU football under fire Aug 05, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – about what to make of the leaked NCAA notice of allegations against Michigan football and head coach Sherrone Moore, the determination it was Connor Stalions on Central Michigan's sideline at MSU last season, what to do about CMU and more, including MSU football takes, Tigers and Olympic thoughts. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 940: Twitter Question Friday: MSU football and basketball, Olympic wishes and bad sports writers Aug 02, 2024

We answered your questions on Michigan State basketball and MSU football, including Aidan Chiles vs. Sam Leavitt, what to do with a 4.5-win overall for Spartan football, Kur Teng's Moneyball MVP summer, the point guard position, as well as our Olympic wishes, why sports writers suck and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 939: MSU football opens fall camp and Tigers trade deadline reaction Jul 31, 2024

We opened reacting to the Tigers' trade deadline moves, before a conversation with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen on the Tigers' return for pitcher Jack Flaherty, the job Scott Harris is doing, what's next with Tarik Skubal and the timeline for Tigers to be contenders (13:00). Then a conversation on MSU football as the Spartans open fall camp (36:00).

Ep. 938: Hot Take Monday - on big decisions coming for MSU and college athletics Jul 29, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on how Michigan State and other college athletic departments are facing big decisions after the House case settlement, on MSU football's season and the possibility for joy ahead, betting against Michigan football, on the Tigers' trade possibilities, betting stupidly against the U.S. in the Olympics and more, including the story of how the Rube's father-in-law understandably tried to set Therese up with another man the first time he met Jason.

Ep. 937: Twitter Question Saturday - MSU basketball's best five and MSU football's key stretch Jul 27, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on what this season should be for Michigan State basketball, on who MSU's best five players and best lineup might be, on MSU football and the stretch of games that could decide the season, on the Tigers chances of finishing .500, what could stand in the way of a Lions Super Bowl and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including Jason's long lost possible love child.

Ep. 936: Talkin' MSU and Big Ten football, with our favorite season-win total over-unders Jul 24, 2024

We talked MSU football with MLive's Matt Wenzel at Big Ten Media Days (8:00), then talked with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman (22:00) – on Big Ten expansion, teams like MSU and Iowa competing in the new Big Ten and more. Then our favorite Big Ten season win-total over-unders (35:00).

Ep. 935: Hot Take Monday - Why this year is big for MSU basketball Jul 22, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this is actually a big season for Michigan State's basketball program, on hopes for Frankie Fidler and optimism for Jeremy Fears Jr., on Jonathan Smith's track record with the transfer portal, on the Tigers and Tarik Skubal, on Michigan football, CFB 25 video game frustrations, squirrel attacks, pillow warranties and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 934: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball and football, and Tarik Skubal trade deals Jul 19, 2024

We answered your questions – on Michigan State basketball and what happens if the Spartans lose 13 games again, on MSU football and whether the Spartans can ever be among the top few teams in the Big Ten, on Tarik Skubal and what trade packages would be worth dealing him, and more.

Ep. 933: MSU hoops, talkin' Tigers with Cody Stavenhagen and most loathed athletes all-time Jul 17, 2024

We opened with the latest on Michigan State basketball after Tuesday night's Moneyball Pro-Am, including thoughts on Gehrig Normand, Coen Carr and the center position. Then a good conversation with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen on the Detroit Tigers' recent surge, the state of the organization and what might happen with Tarik Skubal (12:45). Followed by our best British Open bets and two smart college football season wins bets to make now, including on MSU (34:30). And then a fun segment on our and your most loathed and frustrating athletes of all-time (42:00).

Ep. 932: Hot Take Monday - MSU basketball is a likable team and the Detroit Tigers are alive Jul 15, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this Michigan State basketball team has the makings of a group that's less frustrating than some others, on the surging Tigers and whether they're suddenly worth our time, on MSU football, the Lions, a fiasco at Copa America, disagreements in America and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 931: Twitter Question Friday - Evaluating MSU basketball players at the Moneyball Pro-Am Jul 12, 2024

We answered your questions on MSU basketball and what we can rightfully take away from performances and comments at the Moneyball Pro-Am, on Frankie Fidler, Xavier Booker, Jaxon Kohler, Coen Carr and top statistical performers next season, on MSU football and whether to trust Jonathan Smith's recruiting and fair expectations for Aidan Chiles, on worst movies and best sports documentaries we've seen and more. Plus a couple stories actually worth telling.

Ep. 930: MSU basketball takes after Moneyball and Shawn Windsor on the Pistons, Lions and Tigers Jul 10, 2024

We opened talking Michigan State basketball and substantive takeaways from Tuesday night's Moneyball Pro-Am games, including the play of Frankie Fidler and how he impacts the rest of the roster. Then a good conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor on the Pistons' big bet with Cade Cunningham, where the Lions are headed this season, the move the Tigers should make to engage fans and the hope for MSU basketball this season (29:00).

Ep. 929: Hot Take Monday - MSU football arguments and the Tigers' Tarik Skubal conundrum Jul 08, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Michigan State football arguments that make sense for why MSU might have a better season than expected, on Tarik Skubal and whether the Tigers should keep him, sign him to a big contract now or trade him, on the Euro and Copa America soccer championships, the state of the USMNT, bad storytelling on dates and more.

Ep. 928: Twitter Question Friday - MSU football, basketball, the Pistons, pet peeves and life advice Jun 21, 2024

In our last show before a two-week summer vacation hiatus, we answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – Michigan State football and Jonathan Smith's recruiting philosophy, on MSU basketball and a Frankie Fidler comparison, our dream Pistons offseason, weird things couples do, pet peeves, life advice and more.

Ep. 927: Talkin' Pistons with James Edwards and Tigers with Chris Castellani Jun 19, 2024

We talked what's next for the Detroit Pistons with The Athletic's James Edwards on the day Monty Williams was fired (17:00) and then dug into the uneasy direction of the Detroit Tigers with Chris Castellani (37:00).

Ep. 926: Hot Take Monday – the Moneyball Pro-Am, media criticism, Rory vs. Bryson and more Jun 17, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this MSU basketball roster makes for one of the more intriguing summers at the Lansing Moneyball Pro-Am, on Rory McIlroy's collapse and behavior after the U.S. Open, on criticism of media, on frustrations with the Tigers and more.

Ep. 925: Twitter Question Friday - a summer smorgasbord of MSU, U-M, Lions, Tigers and more Jun 14, 2024

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions on Jared Goff vs. Trevor Lawrence, on the Lions reaching their potential, on MSU football and basketball and the Moneyball Pro-Am, on the Tigers and Pistons and more.

Ep. 924: U.S. Open storylines with Brendan Quinn from Pinehurst and best bets with Harry Jun 12, 2024

The Athletic's Brendan Quinn joined us from the U.S. Open at Pinehurst for a conversation on the top storylines, the course and covering the event (6:30). Then Harry Gagnon joined us for our best bets at the U.S. Open, NBA and Stanley Cup finals and European soccer championships, which begin this week (25:00). Plus, leftover listener hot takes from Tuesday (43:45).

Ep. 923: Hot Take Tuesday - on MSU football's changed recruiting dynamic, MSU basketball and more Jun 11, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the oh-so different vibe around MSU football recruiting than two years ago this month, on MSU basketball's hiring of Saddi Washington, on the Tigers and frustration with the organization's lack of communication, on marrying a spouse who complements your weaknesses and more.

Ep. 922: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball hires Saddi Washington and more Jun 07, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Tom Izzo's decision to hire Saddi Washington to his MSU basketball coaching staff and Washington's likely impact, on MSU football and what projected Vegas lines tell us about the likelihood the Spartans get to six wins, on bad Detroit pro sports owners and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including why The Rube didn't qualify for TSA pre-check.

Ep. 921: Tigers send Torkelson down and Pat Forde on the future of college sports Jun 03, 2024

We dug into the Detroit Tigers' decision to send Spencer Torkelson to Triple-A Toledo and the treatment of Caitlin Clark by WNBA veterans. Then a good conversation with Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde on the future of college sports for schools like Michigan State and beyond and whether fans will stay engaged (22:30). Plus, baked takes from The Rube.

Ep. 920: Twitter Question Friday - on MSU basketball, football, the Tigers and The Rube May 31, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball, MSU football, the Tigers, The Rube's innovative thinking, Connor Stalions, where college sports are headed, and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 919: Hot Take Tuesday - MSU's football schedule, Xavier Booker, and the good-for-nothing Tigers May 28, 2024

In our return from vacation, we dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football's Friday night games and the frustration over them and Xavier Booker's weight gain and what that means for MSU basketball, on the Detroit Tigers who can't be counted on for anything and Bill Walton who could be counted on for good vibes. Plus, a puppet officiates a wedding in front of a stone Rube and bad dog owner behavior.

Ep. 918: Twitter Question Friday - answers on MSU basketball and football, Tigers, Lions and life May 17, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – or died trying – on MSU basketball and football, the Lions' schedule and Tigers needs, the PGA championship, life's predicaments, love, bachelor parties and more.

Ep. 917: Jared Goff gets a new contract, MSU gets a big man and talking Tigers with Cody Stavenhagen May 14, 2024

We dug into Jared Goff's new contract with the Lions and why it had to be done, despite the massive numbers. Then Harry Gagnon joined us for PGA Championship best bets and more, before we discussed MSU football's season-win over-under. Then a great conversation with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen on the Tigers' season and future, Spencer Torkelson, Javy Baez, Chris Illitch and more.

Ep. 916: Hot Take Monday - on MSU basketball playing in the transfer portal and the Pistons' plight May 13, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's possible new big man from the portal, on the Pistons' landing the 5th pick in the NBA draft, on the Tigers' spending and Spencer Torkelson and more.

Ep. 915: Twitter Question Friday - MSU football beefs, MSU basketball's ceiling and reporter gaffes May 10, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State football beefs and culture, MSU basketball's ceiling, NIL frustrations, embarrassing reporter gaffes and more.

Ep. 914: Hot Take Tuesday - on MSU football and basketball, and what to do with Spencer Torkelson May 07, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on what Michigan State football needs from this season, whether this season's MSU basketball lineup is better than last season, NIL reforms, what the Tigers should do with Spencer Torkelson, the Pistons' future and more.

Ep. 913: Twitter Question Friday - What to expect from MSU basketball next season with this roster? May 03, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on what to expect and hope for from MSU's basketball roster if this is the group that Tom Izzo takes into the season, on MSU football expectations after a number of transfer portal departures, on the future of college sports and where it's all headed, on Brad Holmes vs. Troy Weaver vs. Tom Izzo, on Mat Ishbia's take on his Suns and more

Ep. 912: Talking Detroit Lions with Nick Baumgardner May 01, 2024

Off the top: We got dug into the BS that is Bally's no longer being offered on Comcast and why the Detroit Tigers need to step in. Then a great conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on the Detroit Lions, their draft and future and looming contract with Jared Goff (13:30). Plus, a conversation on Michigan State football's latest losses in the transfer portal and what to make of it all (38:30).

Ep. 911: Hot Take Monday – the Lions' draft; MSU hoops and football in the transfer portal, NIL era Apr 29, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Lions' NFL draft and Brad Holmes "magic", Keon Coleman's fit with the Bills and his press conference, on MSU basketball and the continued angst surrounding the lack of a center pickup in the transfer portal, on the future of MSU football and hoops in the transfer portal and NIL era, a new can't-lose MLB daily bet and more.

Ep. 910: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball and football in the transfer portal; Lions draft Apr 26, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball and football and life with the transfer portal, on Tom Izzo's reasons for being concerned about rocking the boat with his roster, on the Lions' NFL draft and the Falcons drafting Michael Penix after signing Kirk Cousins, and more.

Ep. 909: Hot Take Tuesday - on MSU basketball landing Frankie Fidler and MSU football developments Apr 23, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Omaha transfer Frankie Fidler choosing Michigan State, how he fits on MSU's roster and the likelihood now that Tom Izzo won't add a center in the transfer portal, on Michigan basketball coach Dusty May making moves, on MSU football, the Aidan Chiles' and Tommy Schuster's spring game performances, the transfers leaving since and more.

Ep. 908: Twitter Question Friday - What is Izzo doing with MSU's basketball roster? Apr 19, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball, what to make of Tom Izzo's approach so far in the portal, what he's risking with fans, on MSU football and expectations on the field and in the portal, on the Tigers' start, paying Cade Cunningham, the Lions uniforms, a columnist's cringe moment with Caitlin Clark and more.

Ep. 907: The Athletic's James Edwards on the Pistons and MSU basketball Apr 17, 2024

The Athletic's James Edwards joined us for a conversation on the Pistons (11:30), the future of the roster and of Monty Williams and Troy Weaver, what moves might be made this offseason and more, including a good discussion on James' frustrations with his beloved MSU basketball program (36:30. Plus, big NIL / 3PS numbers in college basketball and what that means for MSU.

Ep. 906: Hot Take Monday Apr 15, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball, transfer target Frankie Fidler, whether Izzo will actually add a big man, on MSU football and increasing hope for this season and the reasons behind it, on the Pistons' future and the Masters and more.

Ep. 905: Twitter Question Thursday – MSU basketball transfers, Aidan Chiles expectations and Masters picks Apr 11, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on the likelihood Michigan State basketball will bring in both a wing and big man from the transfer portal, on the timeline of such a move, on A.J. Hoggard's future, on expectations for Aidan Chiles and MSU football, on reporting (or lack thereof) on Connor Stalions, on our Masters picks, rethinking the Tigers, trusting Troy Weaver and more.

Ep. 904: Hot Take Tuesday – MSU basketball relative to UConn and evidence MSU is a football school Apr 09, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's basketball program relative to UConn in terms of success and expectations, on Tom Izzo's approach and the Spartans' roster needs, on lessons from the Final Four in how to replace Izzo eventually, on evidence that MSU is a football-first school, on the Tigers, Pistons, the eclipse and more.

Ep. 903: Twitter Question Friday - what's going on with MSU basketball and the transfer portal? Apr 05, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball, transfer portal priorities, who else might leave, the possibility that Izzo and his staff won't sign a transfer big man, on whether Jaden Akins can be a leading man next season, on MSU football hopes for this season, the quarterback situation, the definition of a Walmart Wolverine, the Lions' draft and more.

Ep. 902: Mady Sissoko leaves MSU basketball and Final Four picks Apr 04, 2024

Off the top: We reacted to the news that Mady Sissoko is leaving Michigan State, transferring elsewhere, and what that means for the Spartans, which big man is more likely staying and what MSU needs in the portal. Then Harry Gagnon joined us for our best bets and Final Four picks (plus a baseball play and a couple NFL season-win total bets). Then we talked MSU hockey and also staggering NIL asking prices in college basketball.

Ep. 901: MSU Basketball and the 4-0 Detroit Tigers Apr 02, 2024

Former Division I basketball coach Rick Carter, who cut his teeth under Tom Izzo at MSU, joined us for a good conversation on the Spartans' roster, what positions they should add and who on MSU's team could take a big leap next year, as well as the state of college basketball (14:00). Then the great Chris Castellani, from Detroit Tigers postgame video fame and his new show Chris & Company, joined to talk about the Tigers promising start (36:00). Lastly, we talk into MSU hockey in the wake of the Spartans' NCAA tournament showing.

Ep. 900: Twitter Question Friday - an MSU basketball bonanza Mar 29, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – largely on Michigan State basketball, on whether Izzo truly understands the need to use the portal, on what MSU's roster needs are, on the keys for next season's roster, on our previous takes on the Spartans, and also on several hypotheticals on MSU basketball and football, on Aidan Chiles, MSU hockey and more.

Ep. 899: MSU basketball's future; picking the NCAA tournament games; and hot takes Mar 26, 2024

We opened talking about the future of Michigan State basketball and the roster decisions and key player development ahead. Then Harry Gagnon joined us for our NCAA tournament picks and some baseball futures as opening day approaches. Plus, more listener hot takes on MSU basketball, hockey and more.

Ep. 898: Hot Take Monday Mar 25, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball after the Spartans' loss to North Carolina in the NCAA tournament heading into an important offseason, on MSU hockey heading into the NCAA tournament, how screwy that tournament is and more.

Ep. 897: MSU basketball Twitter question Saturday Mar 23, 2024

On a Michigan State NCAA tournament game day morning, we talked Michigan State basketball and answered your Twitter questions – on MSU hoops, the matchup with North Carolina, how MSU wins, Jaden Akins, Mady Sissoko, A.J. Hoggard, the vibe-changing win over Mississippi State, where this team was all season, and on MSU women's basketball, hockey and more.

Ep. 896: On the road with MSU at the NCAA tournament Mar 20, 2024

We opened talking Michigan State basketball on the eve of the NCAA tournament, digging into the matchup with Mississippi State — including a good conversation with Mississippi State beat writer Justin Frommer, from 247Sports, who's also a Michigan State grad (and fan). Plus a take on an irresponsible and inaccurate tweet about a Tom Izzo comment by an ESPN writer that caused a stir. And our NCAA picks and best bets with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 895: Hot Take Monday - MSU basketball and the NCAA tournament Mar 18, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball's NCAA tournament draw, the Spartans' Selection Sunday sweat, whether MSU can beat Mississippi State and North Carolina, and whether the program would have been better off missing the tournament. Plus, NCAA tournament picks, the MSU women's draw, MSU hockey and this Saturday's game at Munn, and more.

Ep. 894: Twitter Question Saturday - on MSU basketball ahead of Selection Sunday Mar 16, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions — largely on Michigan State basketball, whether the Spartans are actually safely in the NCAA tournament, whether how they played in the Big Ten tournament should come with real hope of a postseason run, on Big Ten officiating (especially with Zach Edey), on Tre Holloman, on how to distribute the center minutes, on Tom Izzo never again wearing a suit and more.

Ep. 893: Shawn Windsor on the state of MSU and Michigan's basketball programs Mar 13, 2024

We talked MSU basketball off the top and then continued that conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor (22:30 mark), digging into the state of Tom Izzo's program, his roster construction, the transfer portal, whether this team has a surprising run in them this month, and also into Juwan Howard, what's gone wrong with his Michigan program and whether he should be retained as U-M's coach. Lastly, we dove into the Lions recent signings and the one signing that hasn't happened yet (56:30).

Ep. 892: Hot Take Monday Mar 11, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's basketball team, Tom Izzo's approach and stubbornness, the center position, MSU's NCAA tournament hopes, the future of the program and more. Plus, discussion on the Wolverines, the Tigers, the Pistons, Zach Edey in the NBA and more.

Ep. 891: Twitter Question Friday Mar 08, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball, whether this MSU team still has a chance to make a run and how, the program's future under Izzo and with the transfer portal, on MSU football, the Tigers, Big Ten football on Friday nights, life's predicaments and more.

Ep. 890: MSU basketball's NCAA tournament chase and Brendan Quinn Mar 07, 2024

We opened talking about Michigan State basketball – MSU's senior night win over Northwestern, where the Spartans stand on the NCAA tournament bubble and whether this team has a chance to make a run, like others have. Then a good conversation with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn – on his story on Steven Izzo, how it came together, his life as reluctant national writer and his perceptions of Tom Izzo and MSU and Michigan's programs (24:00).

Ep. 889: Hot Take Monday – on MSU basketball, this senior class, the NCAA tournament and Izzo Mar 04, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – largely on Michigan State basketball, this senior class, the lineups, the Spartans' NCAA tournament path, Izzo's future and more.

Ep. 888: Twitter Question Thursday – Izzo's response to criticism and MSU basketball facing Purdue Feb 29, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – largely on Michigan State basketball, on Tom Izzo's response to criticism, MSU's chances and approach against Purdue, next year's roster and more.

Ep. 887: Hot Take Monday - on MSU basketball and Tom Izzo Feb 26, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – mostly on Michigan State basketball after Sunday's loss to Ohio State, on Tom Izzo, his future, on the decision not to bring Xavier Booker back in the game for the final 15 minutes, on the second-half rotations, this MSU team's postseason fate and more.

Ep. 886: Twitter Question Thursday – on MSU basketball, Izzo and the program's future Feb 22, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – largely on Michigan State basketball, on Tom Izzo's roster and playing time decisions, on Xavier Booker and Coen Carr's futures, on this MSU team's chances to do anything in the postseason, on next season's team and where and whether the portal will be needed. Also, Lions and Tigers expectations, movies, marriage advice and more.

Ep. 885: Hot Take Monday Feb 19, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU basketball, changes at center, playing time for Jaxon Kohler, Xavier Booker and Coen Carr, the Spartans' NCAA tournament seeding, Gus Johnson and the blue wall and more.

Ep. 884: Live from Midtown Brewing Co. – our worst takes, Twitter questions and MSU hoops Feb 17, 2024

Live from Midtown Brewing Company, we talked MSU basketball, then dug into our worst hot takes and most cringe moments, as suggested by listeners, before answering your Twitter questions.

Ep. 883: Twitter Question Thursday – on MSU basketball and more Feb 15, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – largely on Michigan State basketball, on how sustainable Malik Hall's performance at Penn State is, on Tyson Walker's health, Mady Sissoko's playing time, Xavier Booker, the playing rotations and more.

Ep. 882: Hot Take Monday - on MSU basketball, the Super Bowl and more Feb 12, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball, what MSU's win over Illinois says about their ceiling, on A.J. Hoggard and Tom Izzo, why MSU is not on the NCAA tournament bubble, regardless of what you hear, on the Chiefs' Super Bowl win, the experience for Lions fans, on MSU hockey and football and more.

Ep. 881: Twitter Question Friday - a Michigan State basketball bonanza Feb 09, 2024

We answered your many, many Twitter questions – most of them on Michigan State basketball, the future of MSU's program under Izzo, what's fair to expect, whether the program will ever rise to elite status again, the hopes for the rest of this season and more. Plus, questions on MSU football, whatever the heck the Pistons are doing, the Lions, Super Bowl dishes, life and more. And, at the 88-minute mark, an interlude to talk Super Bowl lines and prop bets with the great Harry Gagnon, before more of your Twitter questions.

Ep. 880: Hot Take Monday Feb 05, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball, the keys to maximizing this MSU season, the futures of Xavier Booker and Jaxon Kohler, MSU football thoughts, a trade the Pistons should make, the Lions, Super Bowl bets and more.

Ep. 879: Twitter Question Thursday Feb 01, 2024

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball, what this MSU team needs, the coaching, the rotation decisions, how this team compares to others in recent Spartan history, on MSU football and impressions of Jonathan Smith, on the health of MSU's athletic department, on U-M football and hoops, the Lions' future and more.

Ep. 878: Hot Takes – on the Lions and MSU basketball Jan 30, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – beginning with a good conversation on the Lions after a heartbreaking loss in the NFC championship game, their future, our feelings, where criticism is warranted and more. Plus, lot of discussion on Michigan State basketball, Tom Izzo, the construction of the roster and more.

Ep. 877: Twitter Question Thursday and Lions-49ers picks Jan 25, 2024

We picked this weekend's Lions-49ers NFC championship game and the AFC game, including Harry Gagnon's favorite prop bets, then spent the rest of the show answering your Twitter questions (23:30) – on MSU basketball, Jim Harbaugh and Michigan football, the Lions and more.

Ep. 876: Hot Take Monday - on the Lions in the NFC championship and MSU basketball Jan 22, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Lions in the NFC championship game, facing the 49ers, Jared Goff's contract, Dan Campbell's place historically, and on the state of Michigan State basketball after a win at Maryland, on Jaxon Kohler's role, Tre Holloman, next year's center position and more, including The Rube surviving being searched on the way back from Mexico.

Ep. 875: Twitter Question Saturday - on the state of MSU basketball and the Lions' playoff hopes Jan 14, 2024

On a rare Saturday night show, we answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State's basketball team, its 9-7 start, what the Spartans are still capable of this season, the center position, Coen Carr, and Tom Izzo, and on MSU football and Jonathan Smith, on the Lions' heading into their playoff game against Matthew Stafford and the Rams, and more.

Ep. 874: Hot Take Tuesday - on living with Michigan football as champs, MSU basketball and the Lions Jan 09, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan football winning the national championship, how MSU fans feel and how to deal with the Wolverine fan in your life; on Michigan State basketball and whether the loss at Northwestern was really damning; on the Lions' heading into the playoffs and more.

Ep. 873: Why MSU basketball is playing so well and Twitter questions Jan 05, 2024

We opened digging into Michigan State basketball's win over Penn State and why the Spartans are playing so well. Then we picked the College Football Playoff national championship game and this week's key NFL games with Harry Gagnon (13:00). Plus we answered your Twitter questions (38:00) – on MSU hoops and football, the Lions and life, which led to a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 872: Hot Take Tuesday Jan 02, 2024

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Lions getting hosed, their playoff chances, whether Jared Goff and Dan Campbell can be a Super Bowl pairing, on what Michigan and Washington in the College Football Playoff told us about where MSU's program is and why the Huskies' and Wolverines' performances are actually encouraging for the Spartans, on MSU basketball entering Big Ten play and more.

Ep. 871: Twitter Question Friday (including questions for The Rube) Dec 22, 2023

In our final show of 2023, we answered your Twitter questions – on MSU basketball and football, the Lions and Pistons, Christmas pet peeves and more (25:00). Then, we flip it around, asking The Rube questions, including prison advice and a retelling of the classic tale, Santa Rube (77:00). Plus, our NFL and College Football Playoff picks with Harry Gagnon (6:00). Merry Christmas to all who celebrate.

Ep. 870: Hot Take Tuesday - on MSU basketball, football recruiting and the Lions Dec 19, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball's sudden surge in play, on Tre Holloman and Mady Sissoko, Jeremy Fears, Xavier Booker and A.J. Hoggard and Tom Izzo, and on MSU football as Jonathan Smith signs his first class, on the Lions chasing the No. 2 seed in the NFC, on the Pistons, random thoughts around Christmas and more.

Ep. 869: Aidan Chiles commits, Xavier Booker talks and Twitter questions Dec 15, 2023

We opened by digging into quarterback Aidan Chiles' decision to follow Jonathan Smith from Oregon State to MSU and the controversy over a question posed to Xavier Booker about whether he's considered transferring. Then Harry Gagnon joined us to pick this week's NFL games – along with some Premier League best bets (21:00). Then we answered your Twitter questions on MSU basketball, football, the Lions, best and worst gifts and more (42:30).

Ep. 868: Hot Take Wednesday Dec 13, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's basketball team, Tom Izzo, his recruitment and development of players, not adding a center in the transfer portal, the possibility of not making the NCAA tournament, on MSU football, the Lions and whether to pay Jared Goff (or trade for Matthew Stafford), on the Pistons, defending Lansing, our bad behavior as teenagers and more.

Ep. 867: Twitter Question Thursday Dec 07, 2023

Off the top: We dug into what ails Michigan State's basketball team and how it can possibly be fixed. Then we answered your Twitter questions, mostly on MSU hoops – the roster, decisions, Tom Izzo, etc. – and Spartan football, including QB Aidan Chiles and coaching hires.

Ep. 866: Hot Take Monday Dec 04, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football's situation in the transfer portal, at quarterback and elsewhere, on the College Football Playoff injustices and Michigan's matchup with Nick Saban and Alabama, on the Lions chances the rest of this season, on MSU basketball heading into a big game against Wisconsin, and more.

Ep. 865: Impressions of MSU football coach Jonathan Smith, Twitter Questions and picking the games Dec 01, 2023

We opened with our impressions of the Jonathan Smith hire as Michigan State's footbal coach and the challenges ahead for him in building MSU's roster. Then we picked this week's college football championship games and NFL games with Harry (17:00). Before answering your Twitter questions – largely on MSU football and basketball (41:00).

Ep. 864: Hot Take Sunday - MSU football hires Jonathan Smith Nov 26, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State hiring Jonathan Smith as its football coach, on the hopes and concerns for the Smith era, on the state of MSU basketball after its Thanksgiving loss to Arizona, on Michigan football beating Ohio State, on Ryan Day, the damn Lions and more.

Ep. 863: Thanksgiving week Hot Takes and picking the games Nov 20, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's basketball team and point guard position, on MSU football's quarterback and coaching search, on Spartan hockey, on Michigan football's spiraling saga and matchup with Ohio State, on the Lions and Jared Goff and more. Plus our football picks with Harry (at the 27:45 mark). Happy Thanksgiving.

Ep. 862: Twitter Question Friday Nov 17, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – largely on Michigan State basketball, on the lineup decisions at point guard and center, MSU's early flaws and where this season might be headed, and on Michigan football's cheating saga, as new information comes to light, on MSU football's coaching hire, on the Lions, the Pistons and more.

Ep. 861: Hot Take Monday - Michigan football's dramatic behavior and a telling game for MSU basketball Nov 14, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on an important early moment for Michigan State's basketball team and several of its players, on Michigan football's Shakespearean tragedy, on the essential end of MSU's football season and hindsight with Sam Leavitt, on MSU's coaching hire, on the Lions, Dan Campbell and more.

Ep. 860: Twitter Question Friday: What to make of MSU basketball's first two games Nov 10, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – largely on Michigan State's basketball team, what to make of its first two games, the struggles of several of its veteran players, whether this team has the right mix of players or enough shooting on the roster.

Ep. 859: Hot Take Sunday Nov 05, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's win over Nebraska, on QBs Sam Leavitt and Katin Houser, on some other names in MSU football's coaching search, on U-M sign-stealing scandal and what punishment might be coming, on MSU hoops and more.

Ep. 858: Twitter Question Wednesday Nov 01, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on Connor Stallions, Jim Harbaugh and Michigan and what punishment could come for their apparent brazen stealing of signs, on MSU football's coaching search and Urban Meyer, on MSU's quarterback situation, and on plenty on MSU basketball, too, from the freshmen to likely leading scorers and areas of concern.

Ep. 857: MSU football QB situation; MSU basketball Tennessee scrimmage; the Lions' opportunity; and picking the games Oct 31, 2023

We opened talking about the bizarre story of Michigan football staffer Connor Stallions possibly being on Michigan State's sideline, then dug into MSU's QB situation and whether Sam Leavitt is the clear choice to start against Nebraska. Then, on more positive note, what we learned about MSU basketball and MSU's freshmen against Tennessee. Plus, the massive opportunity in front of the Lions and our NFL and college football picks with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 856: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 27, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball and what we learned from the first exhibition game, on the growing allegations of cheating against Michigan's football program and the coverage of the U-M saga, on MSU's football program and its coaching search and more.

Ep. 855: U-M football's cheating allegations; MSU football's woes; MSU hoops begins; and our picks Oct 24, 2023

Off the top, we dug into the sign-stealing allegations against Michigan football and what that could mean for the Wolverines. Plus the likelihood MSU football will lose many of its top young players. Then a good conversation with the Detroit Free Press' Shawn Windsor on MSU and U-M football, the Lions and MSU basketball (14:00). Plus, our football picks with Harry (38:30).

Ep. 854: Hot Take Monday Oct 23, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's football team, its 49-0 loss to Michigan, MSU's quarterback situation, the coaching search, Hitler on the video board at Spartan Stadium, MSU's basketball roster, the Lions' loss, concerns about Jared Goff and more.

Ep. 853: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 20, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State's chances against Michigan, Jim Harbaugh and the Wolverines' latest cheating allegations, MSU's next coach, Liz Frank and other MSU basketball foot injuries, the impact of MSU being without Jaxon Kohler, the Lions, Red Wings, bad advice we've been given and more.

Ep. 852: Nick Baumgardner on the MSU-Michigan game and the Lions; and best bets with Harry Oct 17, 2023

The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner joined us for a good conversation on Michigan State and Michigan football and the matchup this Saturday, as well as the Lions, their ceiling this season and the future of Jared Goff. Plus, Harry Gagnon joined us to pick this week's college football and NFL games.

Ep. 851: Hot Take Monday Oct 16, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the state of Michigan State's football team, MSU's collapse at Rutgers, the matchup with Michigan, how bad this Saturday and season might get, on MSU basketball saving the vibe, on the Lions, the wonderful Detroit Lions, on how much Jared Goff deserves in a new contract, and more.

Ep. 850: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 12, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions — on Michigan State football, Mel Tucker to Urban Meyer, Katin Houser's ability to elevate the offense this season and on the future of the MSU's program, on what we would do as MSU's president, on MSU basketball, the Lions, journalism ethics, our flaws as human beings and more.

Ep. 849: Joe Rexrode on the MSU football coaching search and our picks with Harry Oct 11, 2023

Former Michigan State beat writer Joe Rexrode, now a columnist with The Athletic, joined us for a conversation on MSU football and his column on the MSU coaching search — on Urban Meyer, Pat Narduzzi, etc. — and the direction the Spartans should go (18:00). Then Harry Gagnon joined us to pick this week's college football and NFL games, including MSU-Rutgers and the Lions-Bucs (44:00).

Ep. 848: Hot Take Monday Oct 09, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's football coaching search, aka strong feelings about Urban Meyer as a candidate and the responses to that possibility, on reasons to believe MSU's athletic director is the right person to make this decision, on the Lions' ceiling and Jared Goff's future, on MSU's surging hockey program, MSU's basketball team, Cider Mill hell, us as models for MuskOx flannels and more.

Ep. 847: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 06, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on the preferred profile for the next Michigan State football coach, why not Urban Meyer, the MSU basketball lineup, Coen Carr as a power forward, the buzz surrounding MSU hockey, whether the Lions are better than the 49ers, things our spouses hate about us and more.

Ep. 846: MSU football falls, basketball begins; Lions pound Packers; Tigers change voices Oct 03, 2023

To open, Jason regaled us with tales from his trip to see the Lions pound the Packers in Green Bay. Then we dove into a conversation on Michigan State football (10:30) — the QB situation, an NIL collective ending contracts and the coaching search (Holy, Urban Meyer). Then a conversation on the Tigers (29:30) — Bally's Sports cutting ties with Matt Shepard and concerning words from GM Scott Harris — before a discussion on the latest with MSU basketball (34:00), which held its media day Tuesday. Plus, we pick this week's college football and NFL games with Harry (42:00) and share our best Premier League soccer bets.

Ep. 845: MSU basketball begins; MSU football faces decisions; Iowa's own misery; and our football picks Sep 26, 2023

We opened digging into the latest with MSU's football program, including a week of decisions for a number of players on MSU's roster. Then, on a more fun note, we dove into the beginning of MSU basketball practice and the early storylines for this anticipated group. Then Harry Gagnon joined us for our college football and NFL football picks and can't-miss parlays (22:00). Followed by a good conversation with Des Moines Register Iowa Hawkeyes columnist Chad Leistikow on Iowa's own misery on offense and what the Spartans can expect Saturday night at Kinnick Stadium (44:00).

Ep. 844: Hot Take Sunday Sep 25, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours — on Michigan State's football team, its quarterback situation, its coaches, the important attributes for MSU's next coach and what the rest of the season might look like, and on the Lions and their win over the Falcons, and more.

Ep. 843: Twitter Question Thursday Sep 21, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions, largely on Michigan State football – on the state of things with this team, with the program, who the next head coach might be, why Urban Meyer isn't the right choice and why no one who's talking about MSU's next coach like they know anything knows anything. Plus, the feelings on the Lions, best bets this week, ways we've lost money and more.

Ep. 842: Hot Takes Monday – on MSU football post-Mel Tucker, the Lions' annoying defeat Sep 18, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's lopsided loss to Washington as it begins the post-Mel Tucker era, what's in store for the rest of MSU's season, the program's future and more, along with reactions to the Lions' frustrating loss to the Seahawks and a few fun, off-topic takes.

Ep. 841: Mel Tucker saga, Matt Charboneau signs off, Harry's picks and Twitter Questions Sep 15, 2023

We opened with a conversation about the Mel Tucker saga, how fans are feeling about Tucker's removal as head coach and this week's MSU game against Washington. Then Matt Charboneau joined us to discuss his exit from the Detroit News and memories from his time on the MSU beat (17:00). Followed by our college football and NFL picks with Harry Gagnon (36:00). Plus, more than an hour of your Twitter questions on MSU football, the future of the program and more (59:00).

Ep. 840: The End of the Mel Tucker Era Sep 11, 2023

We dug into the situation surrounding Mel Tucker – the investigation, his behavior, MSU's decision to suspend him, what it means for MSU's program, the players and our initial thoughts on Harlon Barnett as the Spartans' acting head coach and more. Plus, your "thoughtful takes" on the Mel Tucker saga at MSU.

Ep. 839: Twitter Question Friday Sep 08, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on the Lions' massive win at Kansas City, what it means and how we should feel, on Michigan State's football game against Richmond and what we can learn about the Spartans from it and what might show MSU is ready to compete with Washington, best bets this weekend, and more.

Ep. 838: MSU vs Richmond preview and college football and NFL picks Sep 06, 2023

We opened with our hopes and concerns for the Detroit Lions and why Keon Coleman's performance at Florida State isn't an indictment on MSU. Then, the Richmond Times-Dispatch's John O'Connor joined us for a blunt assessment of the Spiders' chances against the Spartans on Saturday (11:00). Then the great Harry Gagnon joined us to pick the Week 2 college football slate and Week 1 NFL games (32:30).

Ep. 837: Hot Take Sunday Sep 03, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football's opening performance, the fourth-and-1 calls, on Noah Kim and Katin Houser, Maliq Carr and Dillon Tatum, Alante Brown's return to the field after what appeared to be a concussion, on MSU's likely number of wins considering what we learned about future opponents, on how TV breaks are ruining college football watching at home and in the stadium, and more.

Ep. 836: Previewing MSU-CMU, College Football Picks and Twitter Questions Aug 29, 2023

We opened digging into criticism of Mel Tucker, including in a recent column. Then we previewed Michigan State football's opener against Central Michigan with a good conversation with the voice of the Chippewas, Adam Jaksa, on this CMU team and what problems CMU could cause MSU (13:45). Then Harry Gagnon joined us to picked this week's college football games against the spread (29:45). Plus, we answered your Twitter questions (64:00) on MSU football and more.

Ep. 835: Hot Take Sunday - MSU football should decide what it wants to be Aug 28, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football and what'll it take to compete at the highest level, what the program should aspire to, the importance of this MSU season, on new college football rules that stink, on the Tigers, meteorologists, how to make this show better and more.

Ep. 834: Twitter Question Wednesday - on MSU football and more Aug 24, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on MSU football projections, what would make Mel Tucker's tenure successful, the "Blue Wall" of course, smart bets, tattoo bets, wedding tips and more.

Ep. 833: Hot Take Sunday - MSU football and "Blue Wall" fever Aug 21, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours — on Michigan State football's season-determining games, on MSU's quarterback battle and whether Payton Thorne winning the starting job at Auburn says anything about how Mel Tucker handled the QB situation, on a Detroit Free Press column that tackled that dynamic and stirred up deep-seated feelings about the "Blue Wall," on another reason Dantonio might have left when he did, and on the the Lions' Jameson Williams, the Tigers' future and more.

Ep. 832: Twitter Question Friday Aug 11, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on fears about Michigan State football recruiting, Mel Tucker's two coordinators, MSU's place in the new Big Ten, the Spartans' strengths this season, who we'd like to kick out of the Big Ten, what would be a successful season for the Lions, celebrity crushes and, to begin, what we're betting this weekend.

Ep. 831: MSU Football has a Defense? And the Latest on Big Ten Expansion Aug 09, 2023

We opened talking about the improved depth and size on MSU's defensive front and how that gives the Spartans' defense a chance to be solid for the first time in the Mel Tucker era. Then good conversations with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman (18:00) on the future of the Big Ten and the Seattle Times' Mike Vorel (40:00) on Washington heading to the Big Ten and the Huskies football team this season.

Ep. 830: Hot Take Sunday Aug 07, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on what Big Ten expansion means for schools like MSU, on how the league might eventually split into divisions, on MSU's quarterbacks and team, on AJ Hoggard's pro prospects, on the USWNT exiting the World Cup, on the Lions, Tigers and more.

Ep. 829: Twitter (X) Question Friday - What the hell is the Big Ten doing? And MSU football begins Aug 04, 2023

We opened digging into the latest news on Big Ten expansion with the likely additions of Washington and Oregon, what it means for the league, for college sports and for schools like Michigan State. Then we answered your Twitter questions — on MSU football, U-M fans, the "Blue Wall", the Big Ten, the Tigers' flubbed trade deadline, the Lions and more.

Ep. 828: Big Ten considers expanding again and the Tigers flub the trade deadline Aug 02, 2023

We dug into the latest news on the Big Ten considering expanding again, adding Washington, Oregon and perhaps Stanford and Cal (13:00). Then we dove into the Detroit Tigers' failure to move pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez at the trade deadline (26:00), including a good conversation with Detroit Free Press Tigers beat writer Evan Petzold (37:00). Plus, the great Harry Gagnon joined us as we shared some of our favorite college football, NFL and soccer bets (54:00).

Ep. 827: Hot Take Sunday: Is this really a big year for Mel Tucker? Jul 31, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on to what degree this is a big year for Mel Tucker, MSU football season projections and new uniforms, on U-M and MSU fans coexisting at the same stadium, on the Tigers at the trade deadline, the Lions, and more. Plus, some weird stories.

Ep. 826: Twitter Question Thursday Jul 20, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on most improved MSU basketball players, Moneyball MVPs, best- and worst-case scenarios for MSU football, some MSU sports hypotheticals, and life advice from the Rube.

Ep. 825: Hot Take Sunday Jul 17, 2023

We returned from vacation and dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU basketball at Moneyball, including changed hopes and expectations for Jaxon Kohler, on Wimbledon, both the men's final and being there last week, on the Pistons' core and the Tigers' chances, on MSU football and Mel Tucker and more.

Ep. 824: Twitter Question Saturday Jul 01, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on impressions of MSU's basketball team and freshmen at the Moneyball Pro-Am, how the minutes may be dispersed this season, fair expectations for MSU quarterbacks Noah Kim and Katin Houser, the Pistons' moves (or lack thereof), improving downtown Lansing, and some fun hypothetical questions about life.

Ep. 823: MSU basketball playing time projections and predicting every MSU football game Jun 28, 2023

We begin with a minutes projection for each player on Michigan State's basketball team, before seeing the Spartans new freshmen at the Moneyball Pro-Am this week. Then we take a spin through MSU's football schedule predicting the outcome of each game and the odds of an MSU win. Followed by our early best bets for the football season — college and NFL season win totals, Big Ten championship odds, etc. Finally, we dig into some of the great what-ifs in MSU and Detroit sports history.

Ep. 822: Hot Take Sunday Jun 26, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football recruiting and this weekend's pledges, on why these latest recruits are more likely to actually sign with the Spartans, on MSU basketball and whether this roster has a weakness, on the ever-frustrating Tigers, the Pistons' draft and roster makeup, on downtown Lansing, Michigan vs. other states, pizza, fireworks and more.

Ep. 821: Twitter Question Friday Jun 23, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on MSU players in next season's NBA draft, on the Pistons' picks, Juwan Howard's coaching, on Coen Carr, some over-unders for MSU hoops and football, solutions for downtown Lansing, trips in tiny submersibles and more.

Ep. 820: Hot Take Tuesday and Brendan Quinn on the U.S. Open Jun 20, 2023

We opened with our three hot takes – on MSU football recruiting developments, Mat Ishbia and Isiah Thomas, Cassius Winston and more. Then a great conversation with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn, just back from the U.S. Open, on what transpired at the LA Country Club, on Rory, and on future of the PGA and LIV. Then, your hot takes – on MSU football, the Lions, Pistons, Tigers and more.

Ep. 819: Alcohol at Spartan Stadium; James Edwards on the Pistons; and Twitter questions Jun 14, 2023

We opened talking about the possibility of alcohol being sold at Spartan Stadium and MSU sporting events after a bill moved through the state legislature allowing for it. Then The Athletic's James Edwards joined us for a good conversation on the Pistons – their upcoming draft, their roster and future, including their new coach (16:30). Then Harry Gagnon joined us with his top U.S. Open picks (37:30). Some great stuff. And last but not least, we answered your Twitter questions on MSU football, hoops, the Tigers and more (49:00).

Ep. 818: Hot Take Sunday Jun 12, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Big Ten football scheduling without divisions and the impact on Michigan State, on MSU's protected rivals or lack thereof, on Keon Coleman's "two-year sentence" comment about MSU, on what's a reasonable timeline for Mel Tucker, on the Tigers falling apart, the Saudis buying into the PGA Tour, and more.

Ep. 817: Hot Take Monday Jun 05, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's NIL situation, the MSU football over-under wins total, fair expectations for Mel Tucker, troughs in the bathrooms at Spartan Stadium, the Tigers' predicament, Lions projections, bad words we don't understand, and more.

Ep. 816: Twitter Question Friday Jun 02, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State's basketball team next season, realistic expectations and the breakdown of playing time now that Jaden Akins and A.J. Hoggard have announced their return, on the future of watching MSU and Big Ten football with streaming, the Pistons under Monty Williams, the Tigers, Lions and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 815: Hot Take Tuesday May 31, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football and hoops, including Suzy Merchant's departure and how Mel Tucker should be judged, on the pitfalls and future of NIL, on the Tigers' chances of winning the division, the Lions' evaluation of Jared Goff and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including The Rube's harsh words for a judge that got him thrown in jail.

Ep. 814: Twitter Question Wednesday May 25, 2023

In our return after a short hiatus, we answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State moving a home football game to Ford Field on Black Friday, on the momentum or lack thereof with Mel Tucker's program, on Jaden Akins and AJ Hoggard, on the Blue Wall, bachelor parties and more.

Ep. 813: Twitter Question Friday May 05, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State football, the departures of Payton Thorne and Keon Coleman, the state of the program, the Lions' draft, the failing Tigers bet and more.

Ep. 812: Hot Take Sunday May 01, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Payton Thorne and Keon Coleman entering the transfer portal, how much it changes next season, on the state of Michigan State football under Mel Tucker, on whether MSU has an NIL problem, on the Detroit Lions' draft and more.

Ep. 811: Nick Baumgardner on the Lions' NFL draft and MSU's Jayden Reed Apr 25, 2023

Off the top: We discuss Jaren Jackson Jr., and Xavier Tillman starring for Memphis in the NBA Playoffs and the great what-if of their time at Michigan State. Then a conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on the NFL Draft – on the QBs, Will Anderson, the Lions' possible selections and MSU's Jayden Reed. Plus, our favorite NFL Draft prop bets.

Ep. 810: Hot Take Sunday Apr 24, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the likelihood Jaden Akins returns to Michigan State and how ready he is for the NBA, on Jameson Williams' suspension and the Lions draft, on the MSU football season ahead, the woes with our Tigers bet, the joys of co-presenting and more.

Ep. 809: Twitter Question Thursday Apr 20, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on the state of Michigan State football coming out of the spring, the quarterback competition, the push for one particular QB, who has more pressure on next season, Mel Tucker or Tom Izzo, MSU basketball, Jett Howard, worst Tigers signings, the Lions' draft, "New Girl" and other great sitcoms, dealing with birds in the house and more.

Ep. 808: Talkin' Tigers with Chris Castellani Apr 18, 2023

Chris Castellani, of Barstool and Tigers postgame video fame, joined us to talk about the state of the Detroit Tigers – this season and beyond, who on this roster might be around when the winning finally happens, his assessment of GM Scott Harris and owner Chris Ilitch, and more. Plus, we pick some NBA, NHL and soccer games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 807: Hot Take Sunday Apr 17, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football, what we saw Saturday, the quarterback competition between Payton Thorne, Noah Kim and Katin Houser, some of the fan hype surrounding Houser and Twitter interactions after the scrimmage, expectations for this MSU football season, and on MSU basketball, the Tigers, Couch beating Andre Agassi and more.

Ep. 806: Twitter Question Thursday Apr 14, 2023

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball's roster, the likelihood of late transfers, minutes next season, whether the Spartans will contend, on MSU football heading into the spring game, including the QB battle, on the Tigers and Javy Baez and whether A.J. Hinch will last the season and more.

Ep. 805: Tyson Walker and Malik Hall return to MSU; and Pistons talk with James Edwards Apr 11, 2023

We open talking about the return of Tyson Walker and Malik Hall to Michigan State's basketball team next season and what that means for the Spartans. Then, a good conversation with The Athletic's James Edwards on the Pistons – where they are in the rebuild, who they'd like to draft. Plus, Harry Gagnon joins us for NBA, baseball and soccer best bets.

Ep. 804: Hot Take Sunday Apr 10, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football's QB decision and how it'll impact fans' mindset, on the Tigers and the massive betting opportunity, the state of the Pistons, the Masters and the state of Tiger Woods, Michigan basketball adding Caleb Love and other transfers and more.

Ep. 803: Twitter Question Thursday Apr 07, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on the state of Michigan State basketball and football, their rosters, recruiting, hopes for next season and more, including the Tigers, Pistons, U-M athletics, our history as street fighters, etc.

Ep. 802: MSU basketball roster talk and Masters best bets Apr 04, 2023

We dug into Michigan State's basketball roster with friend of MSU's program and former Division I coach Rick Carter – how far is MSU from title contention, which players returning would really help the Spartans and more. Plus best Masters bets with former Tiger Woods writer Dan Kilbridge of Bookies.com.

Ep. 801: Hot Take Sunday Apr 03, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State hoops and football, on Angel Reese, Catlin Clark and taunting, on Hunter Dickinson transferring and the state of the Wolverines, the Tigers finishing 0-162, April Fools' Day being ass and more.

Ep. 800: Twitter Question Friday Mar 31, 2023

Ep. 799: Hot Take Sunday – talking Michigan State basketball Mar 27, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – largely on Michigan State's basketball team, its Sweet 16 loss to Kansas State, the opportunity lost, who should come back next season, the impact of roster decisions on other MSU players, the NCAA tournament as a whole, college refs, Spartan football and more.

Ep. 798: Hot Take Monday - on MSU basketball in the Sweet 16 Mar 21, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – largely on Michigan State basketball's NCAA tournament win over Marquette and matchup with Kansas State in the Sweet 16 in New York, on Tyson Walker's legacy, what to make of Mady Sissoko, changed perceptions of Joey Hauser, and what this means for MSU's team, program and Tom Izzo.

Ep. 797: MSU advances in the NCAA tournament, Shawn Windsor and Twitter questions Mar 18, 2023

We dug into Michigan State's win over USC, what's next for MSU against Marquette and what a win would mean for the Spartans. Then a conversation on MSU hoops with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor. Plus, we answer your Twitter questions.

Ep. 796: Hot Take Tuesday and picking the NCAA tournament games Mar 15, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's NCAA tournament draw and chances and the pressure on the Spartans to make a run, on Suzy Merchant's departure, MSU's QB battle and more. Plus, our NCAA tournament picks and first-round best bets with Harry.

Ep. 795: Big Ten basketball tournament preview, MSU football recruiting and college hoops picks Mar 08, 2023

We opened discussing MSU football losing a top-ranked football recruit, the Big Ten basketball postseason awards and ... Lamar Jackson to the Lions? Then, a conversation with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn previewing the Big Ten basketball tournament, Michigan State's chances and whether how MSU is playing offensively is sustainable. Plus, our college basketball conference tournament and Premier League picks with Harry.

Ep. 794: Hot Take Sunday Mar 06, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's postseason chances, beginning as the 4 seed at the Big Ten tournament, on MSU's win over Ohio State, its hot shooting, the impact of certain seniors returning for an extra year, the Wolverines' predicament, Spartan hockey's landmark win, the effect of MSU football losing Brandon Jordan, bad weather predictions and more.

Ep. 793: Twitter Question Thursday Mar 03, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – largely on Michigan State basketball, whether this team's sudden offensive surge could change its postseason, which MSU seniors might return next season, Joey Hauser's redemption arc and more. Plus, your thoughts and tweets that didn't age well from halftime of MSU's game at Nebraska.

Ep. 792: Hot Take Monday Feb 27, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – largely on Michigan State's last-minute "collapse" at Iowa, the mistakes, the coaching, where this MSU team goes from here and whether there are actually more positives in how the Spartans are playing than it seems.

Ep. 791: Brendan Quinn on MSU hoops and Twitter Questions Feb 24, 2023

We talked with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn about MSU basketball, the center position, its chances at a postseason run and the top of the Big Ten. Then we answered your Twitter questions on MSU hoops and everything else. Plus, a couple stories worth telling – including one about how Zach Randolph once fell on The Rube courtside, creating an awkward situation.

Ep. 790: Hot Take Sunday Feb 20, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball, the center position, portal regrets, where this team can go, whether the Wolverines' welcoming spirit was sincere and more.

Ep. 789: Talking MSU - Hoops, Life and Tragedy Feb 17, 2023

In our first show back since Monday night's shooting at MSU - we dug into the week that was and is, life, tragedy, hoops, a rivalry and more through your takes and thoughts and questions.

Ep. 788: Twitter Question Friday Feb 10, 2023

We answered your Twitter questions – on Michigan State's basketball team, its future, including who stays and what next year's squad might look like, Izzo's substitution and late-game decisions, best Super Bowl prop bets, the Pistons' trade, Mat Ishbia and Kevin Durant, the next MSU football first-round NFL draft pick, bad club memberships, memorable Valentine's Days and more.

Ep. 787: MSU basketball thoughts and Super Bowl props Feb 09, 2023

We dug into what we learned from MSU basketball's win over Maryland and where this team still has a chance to grow. Then Harry Gagnon joined us as we shared our favorite Super Bowl prop bets.

Ep. 786: Hot Take Sunday Feb 06, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the state of this Michigan State basketball team and program, on how to get the most out of this MSU season, on the recruits coming in next season, on the buzz surrounding MSU hockey, on bets gone (and going) wrong — man bras, tattoos, etc. — the possibility of the Lions drafting CJ Stroud and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including, late in the show, The Rube recounting his Vegas hooker encounter as a 19-year-old.

Ep. 785: Twitter Question Thursday Feb 03, 2023

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball, its potential the rest of this season and next season, on Mel Tucker as a recruiter and his latest class, on the Lions, athletic primes of sports writers, man bras, blue walls and more.

Ep. 784: Hot Take Tuesday Feb 01, 2023

We returned from a week away, digging into our hot takes and yours – on this Michigan State basketball team, what MSU should do to reach its ceiling, how good Purdue really is, Zach Edey and Joey Hauser as NBA players, MSU's quarterback situation, the NFL playoffs, refs being ass and more.

Ep. 783: Twitter Question Friday Jan 20, 2023

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball, the future at center with Mady Sissoko, Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper, on Pierre Brooks, MSU's chances at an NCAA tournament run, on the Lions draft and Jared Goff, the Spartans' QB situation, how U-M is covered and more. Plus, we pick this week's NFL playoff games with Harry.

Ep. 782: Hot Take Tuesday Jan 18, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball's changed ceiling and ability to reach the NCAA tournament if Malik Hall is out for a considerable length of time, on MSU's loss to Purdue, including how the game was called by the refs and how the Spartans' defended Zach Edey on the final possession, on Kirk Cousins and Jared Goff, NFL bets, Spartan hockey and women's basketball, local media personalities and more.

Ep. 781: How good is this MSU basketball team; Twitter questions; and our NFL playoff picks Jan 12, 2023

Off the top: What to make of MSU's basketball team after its win at Wisconsin, why the Spartans might be Big Ten contenders and what gives this team a chance. Then, our NFL playoff picks with Harry. Plus, answers to your Twitter questions – on MSU basketball, the future of the roster, how it compares to other recent MSU teams, the Spartan football program and coaching staff, and more.

Ep. 780: Hot Take Monday Jan 10, 2023

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Lions' plowing over the Packers and Aaron Rodgers, on the bittersweet feelings from Sunday night, the hopes for the Lions future, on Michigan State's win over Michigan, the state of the team, A.J. Hoggard's development and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling and another litteral mic drop.

Ep. 779: Twitter Question Thursday Jan 06, 2023

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Michigan State's matchup with Michigan, on guarding Hunter Dickinson and Dickinson's antics, on the freshman in MSU's program that'll have the best career, on Keon Coleman and Elijah Collins, on the Lions and hopes this weekend, marriage advice and more.

Ep. 778: MSU basketball preps for U-M; Elijah Collins hits the portal; Colton Pouncy on the Lions; and picking the games with Harry Jan 05, 2023

Off the top: We dug into Elijah Collins hitting the transfer portal and MSU basketball's win over Nebraska and looming matchup with Michigan. Then, a good conversation with The Athletic's Colton Pouncy on what he misses about the MSU beat, life covering the Lions and this Sunday's showdown with the Packers. Plus, we pick the NFL games and college football championship game with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 777: Hot Take Monday 2023 Jan 02, 2023

In our first show of 2023, we dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Lions' heading to Green Bay take down the Packers and Aaron Rodgers and the significance of the game for the organization and for Jared Goff, on MSU basketball heading into the teeth of Big Ten play (including a game Saturday against Michigan), on the Wolverines' blown opportunity against TCU in the College Football Playoff, the Mel Tucker-Ryan Day comparison and more.

Ep. 776: Twitter Question Holiday Edition Dec 22, 2022

In our final show of 2022, we dug into your Twitter questions — on MSU football's recruiting class, Mel Tucker's staff, Juwan Howard's future, Hunter Dickinson the antagonist, what Malik Hall's return will mean for MSU's lineup, whether Santa finally believes in the Lions, best and worst gifts we've received and given and more. Including, the story of Santa Rube.

Ep. 775: Ishbia buys the Suns; Nick Baumgardner on Lions, U-M and MSU football; and football picks with Harry Dec 21, 2022

We opened with the news on Mat Ishbia buying the NBA's Phoenix Suns and what it means for MSU's NIL treasure trove. Then, a great conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on the Lions, Michigan and Michigan State football. Plus, our bowl game and NFL picks with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 774: Hot Take Sunday Dec 19, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the latest happenings with MSU football recruiting and what it means, on all the emotions being stirred by the surging Detroit Lions, on MSU hoops, the fantastic World Cup final and more.

Ep. 773: Twitter Question Friday Dec 16, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on MSU football's recent recruiting surge and what to make of the latest commitments, on reasons to be both bullish and realistic on Spartan athletics, on the Lions' playoff chances and what we think of Jared Goff long-term, favorite Christmas movies, World Cup projections and more. Plus, we pick the NFL games, including the Lions-Jets, with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 772: Hot Take Sunday Dec 12, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the sudden joy of being a Lions fan, their playoff chances and what to do with Jared Goff, on the state of Michigan State basketball, on Mel Tucker's relatively small MSU football recruiting class as signing day nears, and more.

Ep. 771: Twitter Question Thursday Dec 09, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – what to really make of MSU's basketball team, MSU football recruiting, on Spartan fans dealing with U-M's football success, Mazi Smith, hypocrisy, the Blue Curtain, updated World Cup picks and more. Plus, another actual mic drop.

Ep. 770: Hot Take Tuesday Dec 07, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the state of Michigan State's basketball team, whether Izzo made mistakes in building this roster, what this MSU team can still become, why Michigan football's shot at a national title is adding to the Spartans' misery, the state of Mel Tucker's program, why the surging Lions and Jared Goff, man bras, flawed quick takes and more.

Ep. 769: Twitter Question Thursday Dec 02, 2022

A 2-plus hour show (not 5 hours): We dug into your Twitter questions - on the Mazi Smith situation and the response from U-M and the county prosecutor, on Mel Tucker's future, on this MSU basketball team, its issues, potential and potential pitfalls, and more.

Ep. 768: Izzo's tunnel-gate response; what's next for MSU football and hoops; and our football picks Nov 30, 2022

We dug into Tom Izzo's response to the Big Ten's fine of MSU and reprimand of Michigan. Then talked MSU football — why a bowl game, at this point, isn't important, and what is important for the program moving forward. Later, we talk MSU hoops — what we learned at the PK85. Plus, we pick this week's football games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 767: Thanksgiving Special - Brendan Quinn on MSU and Big Ten hoops and picking the games with Harry Nov 23, 2022

A good conversation on Michigan State hoops and Big Ten basketball with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn, after we pick this week's college football and NFL games with Harry (and talk about our World Cup bets).

Ep. 766: Hot Take Monday Nov 22, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football's loss to Indiana, what it says about Mel Tucker and his staff, Spartan basketball's win over Villanova, the Lions playing meaningful football on Thanksgiving, and more

Ep. 765: Reaction to MSU's win over Kentucky; MSU-Indiana preview, football picks and Twitter questions Nov 17, 2022

Off the top: We dug into MSU's win over Kentucky in the Champions Classic and what to make of the Spartans. Then we pick this week's NFL and college football games with Harry Gagnon, before we preview MSU's football game against Indiana with the Indy Star's Zach Osterman. Plus, your Twitter questions (before and after the Osterman conversation)

Ep. 764: Hot Take Sunday Nov 14, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's showing against Gonzaga, Mady Sissoko's emergence, the backup center issue, the value of an MSU football bowl game, Payton Thorne, John U. Bacon's blog, real hope for the Lions and more.

Ep. 763: MSU football and basketball developments; Twitter questions; and our football picks Nov 09, 2022

We dug into the latest on the MSU-Michigan tunnel skirmish as lawyers get involved, and talked Michigan State hoops and what we saw from the Spartans in their open. Then Harry Gagnon joined us to pick the college football and NFL games. Plus, Twitter questions.

Ep. 762: Hot Take Sunday Nov 07, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's win over Illinois, what it said about the program, on the late-game clock management decisions, on Xavier Henderson, the Lions beating Aaron Rodgers, MSU basketball, U-M football and more.

Ep. 761: Twitter Question Thursday Nov 04, 2022

e dug into your Twitter questions – on the MSU football tunnel fallout, Michigan's culpability, what's left for the Spartans this season, on MSU hoops, the roster and rotation, expectations at the center spot and more.

Ep. 760: Digging into the MSU-Michigan tunnel fight, previewing MSU-Illinois and our football picks Nov 02, 2022

We dug into the latest with the MSU-Michigan tunnel fight and how fans and the programs have reacted. Then some MSU hoops talk on the heels of the Spartans' exhibition game against Grand Valley. Followed by a good conversation with Illinois writer Jeremy Werner on the Illini and Spartans and what to expect this weekend. Plus, with pick this week's football games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 759: Hot Take Sunday Oct 31, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's loss at Michigan, the Spartans' disappearing offense, Jay Johnson under fire, the fight in the tunnel that ensued, U-M's role in it, the ugliness in the rivalry, the Mel Tucker era and more.

Ep. 758: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 28, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on whether it's time to be concerned about Mel Tucker's 2023 recruiting class, fair expectations for MSU next season, what it'll take for the Spartans to win Saturday at Michigan, MSU basketball, best bets this week and more, including, right at the end, story worth telling from the Rube from one of his stints in jail.

Ep. 757: Nick Baumgardner on MSU's chances against Michigan and picking the games with Harry Oct 25, 2022

We dug into Michigan State's game at Michigan with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner – on how the Wolverines view this rivalry, what it'll take for MSU to win and the state of the Spartans' program. Then we picked this week's college football and NFL games with Harry Gagnon. Plus, I get back on the horse with a can't-miss Premier League parlay.

Ep. 756: Hot Take Monday Oct 25, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on hopes and fears for MSU in Saturday's game at Michigan, on what would be satisfying from the Wolverines' perspective, on Kenneth Walker and Blake Corum, on my horrible gambling advice, on the Lions' QB situation and how the NFL and NFL refs treat the Lions and more.

Ep. 755: Twitter Question Thursday and our football picks Oct 21, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on different scenarios that'll give Michigan State a chance to upset Michigan, on Mel Tucker's recruiting ability, on which young Pistons player has the best chance to become a force, on Tom Izzo's comments Tuesday and how many games MSU basketball team needs to win during its brutal early stretch and some other fun stuff. Plus we pick the games with Harry and give our can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 754: The changed dynamics of the MSU-Michigan rivalry and Pistons preview with James Edwards Oct 18, 2022

We dug into how the dynamics of the MSU-Michigan football rivalry have changed over the last 15 years, especially with how fans see this rivalry. Then, a great conversation with The Athletic's James Edwards on this young Pistons team on the eve of its opener.

Ep. 753: Hot Take Sunday Oct 17, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's win over Wisconsin, Xavier Henderson's impact, Mel Tucker's game management, Jay Johnson's play calling, Scottie Hazelton's redemption, what this means for the season, and what the Spartans' chances are in two weeks at Michigan. Plus lots of other fun stuff.

Ep. 752: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 14, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on why this Saturday's Wisconsin game is so significant to Michigan State's football program, on the repercussions if things continue to go wrong, on Izzo's faith in Mady Sissoko, MSU's board of trustees, our best bets this weekend and more.

Ep. 751: MSU-Wisconsin preview (with Jeff Potrykus' insight on the Badgers) and our picks Oct 11, 2022

Off the top, we dug into the latest with Michigan State football – what Mel Tucker and Payton Thorne said this week and an offensive line recruit de-commits. Then great insight on the Badgers and everything going on with Wisconsin's team and program from the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel's Jeff Potrykus. Plus, we we pick the college football and NFL games with Harry, along with a can't-miss parlay.

Ep. 750: Hot Take Sunday Oct 10, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why MSU fans (now more than ever) should be happy that MSU paid to keep Mel Tucker, on the state of MSU's roster, the quarterback position, an important MSU game against Wisconsin, FOX's obsession with Michigan's football program, the Lions, Dan Campbell's future and more.

Ep. 749: Twitter Question Friday Oct 07, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Mel Tucker's approach to roster building, whether Michigan State can compete with Ohio State, the number of "CAWS" coming from Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Scottie Hazelton vs. Aaron Glenn, Matt Shepard's take on the Tigers, sportswriter fandom and more.

Ep. 748: MSU-Ohio State preview and picking this week's NFL and college football games Oct 04, 2022

We dug into what it would take for Michigan State to stay in the game with Ohio State, including a good conversation with The Columbus Dispatch's Joey Kaufman. Plus, we pick this week's college football and NFL games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 747: Hot Take Sunday Oct 03, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the state of MSU's football team and program, confidence in Mel Tucker, how many wins are possible the rest of the season, the Lions just piling on the misery, betting Ohio State this week and more.

Ep. 746: Twitter Question Thursday Sep 30, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on frustration with Scott Hazelton and Mel Tucker's "death by inches" explanation, whether MSU football +8.5 is actually a value bet at Maryland, on Jaden Reed, Maliq Carr, Jay Johnson, Jayden Akins, burgers, donuts, hurricanes and more.

Ep. 745: MSU-Maryland football preview, Scottie Hazelton speaks, and football picks with Harry Sep 27, 2022

Ep. 744: Hot Take Sunday Sep 26, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – largely on Michigan State's football team and program, the coaches, Mel Tucker's contract, the talent, and the rest of the season. Plus, takes on Dan Campbell and the Lions, and a good new story from The Rube about his 72-day stretch in the Ingham County Jail (at the 90-minute mark) as part of a strong finish to this 2 1/2-hour show.

Ep. 743: Twitter Question Thursday Sep 23, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on how MSU's football season hinges on Saturday's game against Minnesota, what it means for program momentum, the ceiling for the Spartans if things don't go well, whether it's OK to be excited about the Lions, and more.

Ep. 742: Previewing MSU-Minnesota with Gophers writer Andy Greder and picking the games with Harry Sep 21, 2022

Off the top: Our thoughts on the response by MSU football's coaches and players to their loss to Washington. Then a good conversation with St. Paul Pioneer Press Minnesota Gophers writer Andy Greder about the matchup with MSU. Plus we pick the college football and NFL games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 741: Hot Take Sunday Sep 19, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State football's dreadful performance at Washington, Scottie Hazelton and the defense, new over-under season win expectations, the importance of this week's MSU game vs. Minnesota, the feel-good Lions, U-M's schedule and more.

Ep. 740 Twitter Question Thursday, from FireKeepers Casino Sep 15, 2022

During our remote show from FireKeepers' Casino and Sportsbook, we dug into your Twitter questions - on Michigan State football's chances at Washington, keys to the game, Payton Thorne, Keon Coleman, MSU statistical over-unders, U-M's schedule, your best and worst bets, eating sushi with your hands while you grocery shop and more.

Ep. 739: Jaden Akins' injury and MSU-Washington football preview with Huskies writer Mike Vorel Sep 13, 2022

Off the top, we dug into injuries to Jayden Reed and Jaden Akins and what that might mean for MSU's football and basketball teams. Then a good conversation with Seattle Times Washington football writer Mike Vorel. Plus, our college football and NFL picks with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 738: Hot Take Sunday Sep 12, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Payton Thorne's struggles, on Saturday's game at Washington as a defining point in this MSU football season, U-M's embarrassing schedule and QB situation, the pathetic Big Ten West, the Lions, a new tennis star, gambling losses and more.

Ep. 737: Twitter Question Thursday Sep 09, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on what this MSU football team needs to show against Akron, how things might be different for MSU's program had the 12-team playoff existed years ago, MSU's brutal basketball schedule, the original beef with Hondo, the worst Detroit pro sports signings, who's to really blame for the Tigers, good bets, Super Bowl picks and more.

Ep. 736: Nick Baumgardner on MSU football, U-M's QBs and the Lions; and picking the games with Harry Sep 06, 2022

Off the top, we dug into MSU's football team and what constitutes success agains Akron. Then a terrific conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on the potential and concerns for this Spartan football team, U-M's quarterback situation and what to expect from the Lions. Plus, we pick college football and NFL games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 735: Hot Take Sunday Sep 05, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's football team after its performance against Western Michigan, hopes and concerns, as well as other happenings around the Big Ten and college football.

Ep. 734: Twitter Question Thursday Sep 02, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – largely on MSU football, including statistical over-unders for different players this season, what's important Friday night against Western Michigan, predictions, preferred trick plays for the Spartans, and some other fun stuff.

Ep. 733: Previewing MSU football vs. WMU and our Week 1 college football picks Aug 30, 2022

We dug into Michigan State's matchup with Western Michigan, joined by WMU play-by-play man Robin Hook. Plus talked about changes coming to Spartan Stadium. And picked the Week 1 college football games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 732: Hot Take Sunday Aug 29, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the contrasts between Mel Tucker's MSU program and Scott Frost at Nebraska, on individual player and position expectations for MSU football, betting the Spartans against WMU, Jim Harbaugh's quarterback situation, the problem with liking the Lions and more.

Ep. 731: Big Ten Rumblings, Harry's picks and Twitter Questions Aug 24, 2022

A good conversation with The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach off the top on what's next in Big Ten expansion and more. Then Week 0 college football picks and NFC North over-unders with Harry, along with a can't-miss Premier League parlay. Plus, an hour of your Twitter questions on MSU football and more.

Ep. 730: Hot Take Sunday Aug 22, 2022

Ep. 729: Twitter Question Saturday Aug 20, 2022

Ep. 728: THE SHOW IS BACK! MSU hoops recruiting, Izzo's contract, MSU football storylines and more Aug 16, 2022

In our return from vacation, we dug into the pressing storylines we missed – Tom Izzo's 2023 recruiting haul (including two more pledges) and new contract, MSU football storylines (Keon Coleman's swagger, etc.), the likable Lions and Al Avila's firing. Plus, a can't-miss Premier League parlay.

Ep. 727: Twitter Questions and Best Bets with Harry Aug 03, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions - on Tom Izzo, MSU basketball recruiting (as another recruit committed), what makes a successful MSU football season, the changing dynamic of the MSU-Michigan football rivalry, the angst of being a Tigers fan in the Al Avila era and more. Plus, Premier League best bets from Harry and us.

Ep. 726: Hot Take Sunday Aug 01, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Xavier Booker choosing MSU and what that means for Tom Izzo and the Spartans, on MSU football expectations, on the anger toward Al Avila and apathy toward the Tigers, on teal Pistons jerseys, poorly told stories and more.

Ep. 725: Twitter Question Friday Jul 30, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on MSU football scenarios, MSU basketball recruiting, hopes for the Lions, betting against the Tigers, revoking media credentials, life advice and more. Plus, a couple thrilling stories.

Ep. 724: MSU Football Recruiting in an NIL World and Signs Xavier Booker Could Choose MSU Basketball Jul 27, 2022

We opened with a discussion on MSU football recruiting in an NIL world and dug into the latest Big Ten expansion reports, and what it might look like if Big Ten athletes share TV revenue. Then, a good conversation with Lansing State Journal's Ryan Black - his MSU football observations from media day, and his reporting last weekend on Xavier Booker. Plus, NFL season wins over-unders with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 723: Hot Take Sunday Jul 25, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the perils and challenges of MSU football recruiting in an NIL world, on MSU, U-M and Lions season wins over-unders, on Izzo's chase for Xavier Booker, making money betting against the Tigers, and more.

Ep. 722: Worst takes; Scott Dochterman on Big Ten expansion; college football win over-unders; and Twitter questions Jul 19, 2022

A rich smorgasbord of a show - beginning with a conversation on my worst takes and the words from SEC football media day that MSU fans fear, before a great conversation with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman on Big Ten expansion, future schedules and realignment and this coming season. Then, college football season-win over-unders with Harry and 45 minutes of your Twitter questions.

Ep. 721: Back From Vacation Hot Take Sunday Jul 18, 2022

In our return, we dug into our hot takes and yours – on Big Ten football realignment, what's real about what MSU's Pierre Brooks is doing at Moneyball, MSU and Michigan football recruiting, Jim Harbaugh's future, betting golf, Al Avila, Carmen Electra and more.

Ep. 720: Twitter Questions Saturday Jul 02, 2022

In our final show until mid-July, we dug into your Twitter questions – on USC and UCLA joining the Big Ten, which schools might be next in the Big Ten's expansion, Chris Ilitch's tone-deaf assessment of the Tigers, Miles Bridges' domestic violence charges, Emoni Bates at Eastern Michigan and more, including The Rube's story about nearly burning down a house with fireworks.

Ep. 719: MSU basketball takeaways from Moneyball, and The Athletic's James Edwards on the Pistons Jun 29, 2022

We opened with takeaways on MSU's basketball team from the Moneyball Pro-Am - on Mady Sissoko, Jaxon Kohler, Carson Cooper, Pierre Brooks and AJ Hoggard especially. Plus we dig into MSU's basketball schedule and what a division-less Big Ten might look mean for MSU football. Then The Athletic's James Edwards joined us talking Pistons (as a trade was happening!), digging into expectations for draft picks Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren and what the Pistons might do in free agency. And, finally, the great Harry Gagnon with his tennis, golf, baseball and USFL best bets.

Ep. 718: Hot Take Monday Jun 27, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – projecting Michigan State football season wins and why, the Pistons' draft and future, Max Christie as an NBA player, AJ Hoggard next season, Al Avila's tenure and future and more.

Ep. 717: Twitter Question Saturday Jun 25, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU freshmen big men on Jaxon Kohler and Carson Cooper, the Pistons' draft and what it means for them in free agency, on Max Christie's fit with the Lakers, the Free Press suing for the details of Mel Tucker's contract and more.

Ep. 716: Hot Take Monday Jun 21, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours - on the Moneyball Pro-Am and what it could do for MSU basketball and MSU fans alike, on MSU football recruiting and what's fair to expect, on Al Avila and the Tigers, on who the Pistons should draft this week, and more.

Ep. 715: Twitter Question Saturday Jun 18, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on MSU football recruiting, how many years it would take for MSU to truly contend nationally, Draymond Green's place in MSU lore, who's MSU's best chance at having a Big Ten basketball player of the year candidate and more – including The Rube's lap-dance-for-Father's-Day story and live proof that Josh Groban isn't a very good singer.

Ep. 714: MSU football recruiting momentum and James Edwards projects the Pistons' NBA draft Jun 15, 2022

We dug into Michigan State football's surge of recruiting momentum, what it means for MSU's program and where it's all headed. Then The Athletic's James Edwards joined us with insight on the Pistons' thinking heading into the NBA draft and what could happen with Jerami Grant. Plus, Harry Gagnon's U.S. Open and NBA Finals picks and our regrets over bets we didn't make.

Ep. 713: Back from Vacation Hot Takes Jun 13, 2022

We returned from vacation Sunday night, digging into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football's immense recruiting momentum, Mel Tucker, the Thomas Kelley MSU basketball hire, the Tigers, Casey Mize, LIV, marriage and more.

Ep. 712: Twitter Questions (before The Rube's wedding) May 26, 2022

In our final show before a break for The Rube's wedding, we dug into your Twitter questions on Michigan State basketball's roster, on Big Ten realignment, what would make for better divisions and whether it makes sense to get rid of divisions altogether, which appears to be happening. Also, Izzo's staff, MSU and U-M football season wins over-unders, The Rube's pending nuptials and more.

Ep. 711: Talkin' MSU's basketball roster with coach Rick Carter and marriage advice (and picks) from Harry May 25, 2022

We dug into MSU's basketball roster with former Division I assistant coach and MSU graduate assistant Rick Carter - on why Izzo isn't adding a transfer, the potential of the current roster and where NIL and the transfer portal are taking the sport. Plus, NBA, NFL, golf and soccer bets with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 710: Hot Take Sunday May 23, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Tom Izzo's approach to Michigan State's basketball roster, what expectations should be for next year's MSU team, what American sports can learn from an epic Premier League final weekend, great bets, the Tigers, Tiger Woods and more, including appearances by Yoda voice and Coach K voice.

Ep. 709: Twitter Question Saturday May 21, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Tom Izzo's decision to stand pat with Michigan State's roster, the potential perils of doing so, MSU football, the early betting line for the Spartans and Wolverines, life, love and some fun comparisons.

Ep. 708: Why Izzo isn't adding a transfer and the Pistons' lottery options May 18, 2022

We dug into my conversation with Tom Izzo and why MSU isn't adding a transfer big man, then dove into which players might be there for the Pistons to select with the fifth pick in the NBA draft. Plus, Harry Gagnon's PGA championship, NBA and NHL picks.

Ep. 707: Hot Take Sunday May 16, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the perils of eliminating of divisions in Big Ten football and how to make it work, on the big-time recruits visiting Mel Tucker's program, on the sense of things with MSU basketball, on wives showing up in the studio and nearly ending the show and more.

Ep. 706: Twitter Questions Wednesday night May 12, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo, how much faith fans should have in him, where the program is headed, how MSU can compete in NIL, the Tigers, Lions, that moment when we thought our significant others might leave us, and more. Plus, what we're betting and, off the top, our thoughts on Adreian Payne.

Ep. 705: Hot Take Sunday May 08, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours - on MSU basketball, the Spartans' new big man recruit, what should be done in the transfer portal and how much patience fans should have, on Tom Izzo, on the Tigers, Al Avila, AJ Hinch and the pivotal week ahead, and more.

Ep. 704: Twitter Questions May 05, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Max Christie's decision ahead, MSU competing in the NIL era, MSU's hire of hockey coach Adam Nightingale, over-unders for the Lions and Spartans, MSU football transfers and more.

Ep. 703: MSU hockey coaching hire and Dave Birkett on the Detroit Lions' draft May 03, 2022

We dug in on the hire of Adam Nightingale as MSU's new hockey coach, as the show went off the rails, rescued by a good conversation by the Freep's Dave Birkett on the Lions' draft, before making hoops, soccer and golf picks with Harry.

Ep. 702: Hot Take Sunday May 01, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the mess that is NIL, MSU basketball recruiting, the NFL draft for MSU and the Lions, where the Tigers are headed and more.

Ep. 701: Twitter Question Saturday! Apr 30, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on what MSU basketball and Tom Izzo might do in the transfer portal, the Lions' draft (Aidan Hutchinson, Jameson Williams, etc.), Kenneth Walker to the Seahawks, NIL issues bubbling, intimate interviews, gambling with money you don't have and more.

Ep. 700: Nick Baumgardner on who the Lions will draft and MSU's football roster Apr 27, 2022

A great conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on who the Detroit Lions will draft and the state of Michigan State and Michigan's football rosters. Plus, Harry Gagnon's NBA picks and NFL draft props, and a can't-miss Premier League parlay.

Ep. 699: Hot Take Sunday Apr 24, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the reasons for your concerns about MSU basketball, Max Christie, MSU's running back situation, the Lions' draft, the slumping Tigers, Miguel Cabrera, bad soccer takes, dumb things we've said and more.

Ep. 698: Twitter Question Friday Apr 21, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions - on the state of Michigan State's basketball roster, next year's likely lineup, possible incoming transfers, whether it's worth MSU kicking the tires on Emoni Bates, over-under for MSU and Michigan football wins and more.

Ep. 697: Talkin' MSU basketball with Shawn Windsor Apr 20, 2022

Off the top, we dug into Julius Marble's departure from MSU and Joey Hauser's return and what it means for the Spartans. Then a great conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor on the MSU hoops roster, the Tigers and Lions draft.

Ep. 696: Hot Take Sunday Apr 18, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours - on what we learned about MSU's football team Saturday, what to expect this season, on ways MSU could make the spring game event better, on Emoni Bates, the Tigers and more.

Ep. 695: Twitter Question Thursday Apr 14, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on MSU football's roster, recruiting and critical position battles this Saturday and beyond, on MSU basketball, Malik Hall's future and what the roster might look like, and on the Lions, Pistons and Tigers, things we've thrown at people and more.

Ep. 694: MSU Hoops Lineup News; and Pistons Talk with James Edwards III Apr 13, 2022

Off the top we dug into the possibilities for MSU's basketball lineup, if Joey Hauser stays and Malik Hall changes positions. And do MSU fans have a responsibility to make an effort to get to the spring football game? Plus, a great conversation with The Athletic's James Edwards (17:32) on Cade Cunningham, the Pistons' future and who they're targeting in the draft. And our NBA, golf and Premier League picks with Harry.

Ep. 693: Hot Take Sunday Apr 11, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's basketball roster and football spring game and hopes and worries about this football season, on Juwan Howard to the Lakers, the Tigers' opening weekend, the Masters, jackass reporters who might also be jerks and more.

Ep. 692: Twitter Question Friday Apr 08, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU's basketball roster, on Joey Hauser, Mady Sissoko and potential transfers, on Dwayne Stephens' departure to WMU, whether anyone with go with him, and who might replace him, on MSU football this season and how close the program is to contending, on Tiger Woods and the Tigers and more.

Ep. 691: Talkin' MSU hoops and the Masters with Brendan Quinn from Augusta Apr 06, 2022

We dug into Dwayne Stephens' departure from MSU's basketball coaching staff, what it means for the Spartans, Joey Hauser's possible return. Then, Harry Gagnon's MLB season wins picks and best Masters bets, followed by a conversation with Brendan Quinn at the Masters, on Tigers Woods, Max Christie and more.

Ep. 690: Hot Take Sunday Apr 04, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Max Christie's decision to test the NBA draft waters and the odds he'll return to Michigan State, on what MSU needs to do in the transfer portal, the end of Coach K (with lots of Coach K voice impressions from the Rube), the greatest weeks in sports coming this November and December, and more.

Ep. 689: Twitter Question Friday Apr 01, 2022

Ep. 688: Twitter Question Friday Mar 25, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Michigan State's basketball roster, who might leave, what sort of player they might bring in, what next year's team has to become to be considered a success, if U-M should replace MSU in the Champions Classic, whether the Tigers will win over 78.5 games, if the Lions should drive QB Willis and more. And an update on The Rube.

Ep. 687: Talkin' MSU hoops with Shawn Windsor and picking the games with Harry Mar 24, 2022

A good conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor on the state of MSU hoops, the anxiety of fans, how close the Spartans truly are to contending, and also Michigan's run and why it's happened. Plus, picking the Sweet 16 games with Harry.

Ep. 686: Hot Take Tuesday Mar 22, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on this MSU basketball season, the NCAA tournament performances, the loss to Duke and what's ahead for roster and program. Plus, U-M's Sweet 16 run, Juwan Howard, the Big Ten's flop, college refs and more.

Ep. 685: NCAA tournament preview special, including your Twitter questions Mar 16, 2022

We made our NCAA tournament picks with Harry, including MSU vs. Davidson as one of the lines we really like. Plus, a good conversation with Davidson play-by-play voice Jarod Latch on Foster Loyer, the Wildcats and their matchup with MSU. Then, your Twitter questions on MSU basketball, Spartan football and more.

Ep. 684: Hot Take Selection Sunday Mar 14, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's NCAA tournament draw, on the matchup with Davidson and Foster Loyer, on facing Duke and ending Coach K's run, on U-M's NCAA tourney bid and draw, and more.

Ep. 683: MSU and Michigan Hoops with Shawn Windsor, and our Big Ten Tourney Picks Mar 09, 2022

A good conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor - on MSU hoops this month and what MSU's roster will be next season, U-M's chances in March, on Cade Cunningham and the Pistons, and when we might see baseball. Plus, our Big Ten tournament picks.

Ep. 682: Hot Take Sunday Mar 07, 2022

We dug into your hot takes and ours in the aftermath of MSU basketball's win Sunday over Maryland – what it means or doesn't mean for the postseason, the Spartans' Big Ten tournament path, lineup choices moving forward and more.

Ep. 681: Twitter Question Friday Mar 04, 2022

We dug into your pointed Twitter questions on Michigan State's basketball team, its problems, its roster and its future.

Ep. 680: Why MSU's basketball team is the way it is and college hoops picks with Harry Mar 03, 2022

We dug into why MSU's basketball team is the way it is right now – its flaws, its roster, hopes and concerns moving forward, this season and beyond. Then our college basketball picks, MSU at Ohio State included, with the great Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 679: Hot Take Sunday Feb 28, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on what MSU's win over Purdue really means, on lineup changes, Tyson Walker's shot, the Michigan game on Tuesday and more.

Ep. 678: Twitter Question Thursday Night Feb 25, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on the sinking state of MSU's basketball team, on the reasons for the struggle, the coaching, the roster and more.

Ep. 677: Hot Take Monday Feb 21, 2022

We dug into your hot takes and ours – on Juwan Howard and the slap and fracas at Wisconsin, on Tyson Walker and MSU basketball, and more.

Ep. 676: Twitter Question Friday Feb 18, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU basketball's roster and team, on Izzo, on making the NCAA tournament, on Harbaugh's contract, our worst job interviews, celebrity crushes and more.

Ep. 675: MSU Hoops Talk with Brendan Quinn and Picks with Harry Feb 17, 2022

We dug into what's going on with Michigan State's basketball team, what to make of this roster now and going forward, including a conversation with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn on the state of the Spartans and the Big Ten. Plus, our picks with Harry.

Ep. 674: Hot Take Monday Feb 14, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on AJ Hoggard and Tyson Walker and the potential and hopes and fears for MSU basketball, on the disaster that is Super Bowl prop bets, how to feel about Matthew Stafford and more.

Ep. 673: Twitter Question Friday Feb 11, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on whether MSU should make a lineup move and why it should be Malik Hall, what to do at the point guard spot, whether The Izzone is overrated and more – including our worst party stories, worst injuries we've witnessed and Super Bowl props .

Ep. 672: Finding a remedy for MSU's basketball team and Super Bowl picks and prop bets with Harry Feb 10, 2022

We dug into the sudden concern surrounding MSU's basketball team and the moves and player performances needed to keep the wheels from coming off and get things headed back in the right direction. Plus, our Super Bowl picks and a bevy of fun prop bets with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 671: Hot Take Monday Feb 07, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on what to make of this MSU basketball team, what this roster still needs, Jim Harbaugh's clumsy return to U-M and OC's Josh Gattis' exit. Plus, the state of New Jersey and posing for photos with dead people.

Ep. 670: Twitter Question Friday Feb 04, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU's basketball team, who might return next season, on the Jim Harbaugh story and how it's being covered, on Mel Tucker and his recruiting, and more.

Ep. 669: Hot Take Monday Jan 31, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's win over Michigan, the emergence of AJ Hoggard, Max Christie showing some teeth, Juwan Howard's coaching, Jim Harbaugh and the Vikings, Matthew Stafford in the Super Bowl and more.

Ep. 668: Twitter Question Thursday Jan 28, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on hopes, fears and suggestions for Michigan State's basketball team, the future of MSU's point guard position, facing U-M, when MSU football will land a five-star recruit, Baseball Hall of Fame voters being ass and more – including the debut of a new accent. Plus, we picked this week's NFL playoff games and the MSU-Michigan basketball game with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 667: Hot Take Monday Jan 24, 2022

We dug our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State basketball's emphatic win at Wisconsin, on the epic NFL playoff weekend and Bills-Chiefs finish and more.

Ep. 666: Twitter Question Thursday Jan 21, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU's chances of still being an elite basketball team and Izzo's coaching, MSU football recruiting and transfers, both coming and going, Harbaugh's future, Emoni Bates' regrets, the Lions drafting a QB, bad smells and the real relationship between us, Couch and The Rube.

Ep. 665: Foster Loyer's Resurgence; Colton Pouncy on MSU football; and Our Picks with Harry Jan 20, 2022

We dug into former MSU guard Foster Loyer's resurgence at Davidson and why it didn't happen for him with the Spartans. Then a good conversation with The Athletic's Colton Pouncy on this important and interesting MSU football offseason. Plus, our NFL playoff picks with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 664: Hot Take Monday Jan 17, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours (which were particularly spicy) – on what to make of what happened last week with MSU's basketball team, the matchup and rotation decisions by Tom Izzo and the staff, and more.

Ep. 663: Twitter Question Thursday Jan 14, 2022

We dug into your Twitter questions – on what to make of Tyson Walker and Marcus Bingham not finishing MSU's win over Minnesota, how MSU will finish in the Big Ten, the Spartans' Big Ten football schedule and win total next season and more.

Ep. 662: Brendan Quinn on MSU and U-M hoops; and picking this week's NFL playoff games with Harry Jan 12, 2022

The Athletic's Brendan Quinn joined us for good discussion on MSU and U-M hoops, the direction of the two teams, whether they'll make up the game and who will win the Big Ten. Plus, we reveal the winners of the Couch and The Rube pick'em contest and then pick this week's NFL playoff games with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 661: Hot Take Sunday Jan 10, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on U-M calling off the game against MSU at the 11th hour (and all the feelings about it), on the Lions winning and losing the No. 1 pick, MSU football recruiting and more.

Ep. 660: Twitter Question Thursday; Jayden Reed Returns to MSU; Our Picks with Harry Jan 07, 2022

We opened by digging into why Jayden Reed is returning to MSU and what it means for the Spartans, before getting into our takeaways from MSU's latest basketball game. Then our picks with Harry, including the MSU-Michigan hoops game, and then spent nearly 90 minutes answering your Twitter questions.

Ep. 659: Hot Take Monday Jan 04, 2022

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's Peach Bowl win, the state of the program and what should happen next, as well as U-M's CFB Playoff loss and the state of that program, hopes for Spartan hoops and more, including The Rube's rant on our reactions to the deaths of John Madden and Betty White.

Ep. 658: MSU hoops, picks with Harry and Twitter Questions to close out 2021 Dec 23, 2021

In our final show of 2021, we dug into the state of MSU's basketball program and then made our football picks with Harry Gagnon (including revisiting MSU-Pitt in the Peach Bowl and Michigan-Georgia in the CFP semifinals), before spending the rest of the show answering your Twitter questions.

Ep. 657: Hot Take Sunday Dec 20, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the opportunity for MSU QB Payton Thorne and players like Elijah Collins in the Peach Bowl, what this MSU basketball team might become, the Lions looking like world-beaters Sunday (and costing us all money), our fears that COVID might screw things up for us again in our sporting lives, and more.

Ep. 656: Twitter Question Thursday Dec 17, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions on what to make of a Peach Bowl without Kenneth Walker, how to bet the game now, the best players in this MSU football recruiting class and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including, by request, a retelling of "Santa Rube."

Ep. 655: Colton Pouncy on MSU football signing day and our bowl picks with Harry Dec 15, 2021

We dug into MSU football's recruiting class and signing day happenings. Then a great conversation with The Athletic's Colton Pouncy on the Spartans and what to expect from this class and from Mel Tucker in recruiting. Plus, our bowl picks with Harry and can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 654: Hot Take Sunday Dec 13, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on changing hopes for this MSU basketball team, the Heisman (whatever that is), Desmond Howard and U-of-M folk, things that are annoying you and us and more.

Ep. 653: Twitter Question Thursday Dec 10, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Kenneth Walker's Heisman snub, the smugness of Michigan fans, the beauty of Jaden Akins, the rekindling of Joey Hauser's jump shot, the ceiling of this MSU basketball team, our most embarrassing stories from high school and more.

Ep. 652: Kenneth Walker snubbed; Brendan Quinn on MSU and Big Ten hoops; and our picks with Harry Dec 08, 2021

We dug into Kenneth Walker being snubbed as a Heisman Trophy finalist, why it happened and what it says about the Heisman Trophy. Then, The Athletic's Brendan Quinn joined us for a great conversation on MSU and Big Ten hoops. Plus, Harry Gagnon and our picks and can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 651: Hot Take Sunday Dec 06, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's Peach Bowl bid, facing Pitt, the Wolverines' Big Ten championship and CFB Playoff path, Jaden Akins and MSU hoops, the Lions' first win and more.

Ep. 650: Twitter Question Thursday night Dec 03, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions ... on MSU's basketball team, the ceilings for Jaden Akins and Max Christie, the situation with Joey Hauser, and MSU football's future – at running back and elsewhere – and how Spartan fans should feel about Michigan playing for a Big Ten championship and playoff berth.

Ep. 649: MSU looks headed for NY6 Bowl; Nick Baumgardner on U-M and MSU football; and our picks with Harry Dec 01, 2021

We react to MSU moving up to No. 11 in the CFB Playoff rankings and why that's important. Then The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner joined us for a great discussion on U-M football and the Wolverines' chances going forward and how MSU fans feel about it. Plus, our football picks and can't-miss parlays with Harry.

Ep. 648: Hot Take Sunday Nov 29, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's snow-globe win over Penn State, the Spartans' bowl possibilities, MSU fans dealing with U-M beating Ohio State and playing for everything, the state of the Spartan basketball team and more.

Ep. 647: Thanksgiving Special: Mel Tucker signs contract (mid-show); MSU hoops talk; football picks; and your Twitter questions Nov 25, 2021

Late in our show, the news that Mel Tucker had signed his news $95-million contract broke. You can hear the situation begin to break at the 87-minute mark and confirmation and discussion at the 97-minute mark. Plus, MSU hoops talk off the top, our football picks with Harry and your Twitter questions for an hour.

Ep. 646: Hot Take Sunday Nov 22, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Michigan State's loss to Ohio State, whether it should change how you view Mel Tucker and his contract extension, how long until MSU fans should expect the Spartans to compete with the Buckeyes, how things might go for the Wolverines this week, and Marcus flippin' Bingham, man.

Ep. 645: Twitter Question Friday Nov 19, 2021

Ep. 644: CFB Playoff ranking reaction, Mel Tucker contract discussion, Ohio State preview, and our picks with Harry Nov 17, 2021

We react to the latest College Football Playoff rankings and why MSU's place in them matters. Plus, what I'm hearing on Mel Tucker's contract vs. what's being reported. Then, a discussion with Cleveland.com Ohio State writer Nathan Baird on the Buckeyes and how they see the Spartans. And our football (and soccer) picks with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 643: Hot Take Sunday Nov 15, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on what'll it take for MSU to upset Ohio State, the odds MSU is going to wind up getting screwed in the bowl-selection process in favor in Michigan, students and fans leaving Spartan Stadium early and more.

Ep. 642: Twitter Question Friday Nov 12, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Mel Tucker's contract, the state of MSU's football and basketball teams, tailgate etiquette, betting the Lions and more.

Ep. 641: MSU Hoops Impressions, MSU's CFB Playoff Rankings Snub, and Our Best Bets Nov 10, 2021

We dug into what we saw from Michigan State's basketball team against Kansas and what it means going forward. Then, did the College Football Playoff committee screw MSU by putting U-M ahead of the Spartans? And what that could mean down the road. Plus, our best bets with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 640: Hot Take Sunday Nov 08, 2021

On our latest show – presented by Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management – we dug into our hot takes and yours, on MSU's deflating loss at Purdue and what the heck is going on with the Spartans' pass defense, Wolverines talking trash, a bad betting weekend worth lots of spite (Here's looking at you, Bearcats), and more.
Plus a couple stories worth telling, brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. There is no better place for a meal or drink with a friend than Midtown Brewing Company. You'll love their spacious and cozy vibe, their fantastic menu and beer selection (including my favorite, the American Stout).
If you've got investment questions, Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management want to get your money working for you in the market. They're all about assessing your situation and priorities and doing what's best you. Learn more at northcoastwm.com. Give them call at 248-626-2000 or email them at info@northcoastwm.com. Let them know Couch and The Rube sent you for a free consultation to see if Mark and Jay are the right fit for you.
Couch and The Rube is presented every day by our friends at Skymint Premium Cannabis. Let Skymint be your guide on your cannabis journey, like they have for me and The Rube. Visit Skymint.com for specials and location information throughout Michigan, including three in the Lansing area. And use the promo code CouchandRube20 for 20% off at any location throughout the state.

Ep. 639: Twitter Question Friday Nov 05, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Michigan State football's fears against Purdue, MSU's postseason outlook based on certain scenarios, U-M's predicament, Spartan basketball, the games we're betting this weekend and more.

Ep. 638: What MSU's CFB Playoff Ranking Means; Purdue Writer Interview; and Our Football Picks Nov 03, 2021

We dug into what MSU's No. 3 College Football Playoff ranking actually means – beyond just reaching the playoff. Then a conversation with long-time Purdue writer Mike Carmin on the matchup with the Spartans. Plus, our football picks with Harry Gagnon, including our can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 637: Hot Take Sunday Nov 01, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – almost entirely on Michigan State's win over Michigan, Kenneth Walker's growing Heisman campaign, how a lack of humility from former U-M players is hurting the Wolverines, what's next for the Spartans, their College Football Playoff chances and more.
Plus, a couple stories worth telling – brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. There is no better place for a meal or beer and conversation with a friend or colleague than Midtown Brewing Company. You'll love this menu and beer selection and vibe. Trust us.
If you've got questions about investing for retirement, saving for college or anything investment related, Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management want to help you make smart financial decisions and get your money working for you in the market. Give them a call at 248-626-2000, email them at info@northcoastwm.com or visit them online at northcoastwm.com. Mark and Jay are in Southeast Michigan, but distance is no obstacle. Let them know you heard about them from Couch and the Rube and receive a free consultation to see if they're the right fit for you.
Every episode of Couch and The Rube is presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis, with locations throughout Michigan, including their East Lansing location which hosted Saturday's Couch and The Rube / Skymint pregame tailgate. Let Skymint guide you on your cannabis journey, like they have us. Visit Skymint.com for location information and specials and use the promo code couchandrube20 for 20% off at any Skymint location.

Ep. 636: MSU vs UM Pregame Show LIVE from Skymint of East Lansing Oct 30, 2021

Ep. 635: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 29, 2021

Ep. 634: What's at Stake for MSU and U-M; Nick Baumgardner on the Big Game; and Our Football Picks with Harry Oct 26, 2021

We dug into the MSU-Michigan game – into whether LSU's interest in Mel Tucker is a distraction, what's at stake for both teams and the mammoth opportunity for the Spartans program. Then talked with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on what he sees in this matchup. Plus, our picks with Harry Gagnon and leftover hot takes.

Ep. 633: Hot Take Monday Oct 25, 2021

On today's show, presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis – We dug into our hot takes and yours – on all the feelings about this MSU vs. U-M football game, predictions for it, Mel Tucker's response to questions about the LSU job, an awful gambling weekend, and more. Plus the mic fell on me again.
And a couple stories worth telling, brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. There is no place that does cozy but spacious in weather like this than this than Midtown Brewing Company, which has a menu full of fall comfort foods and delicious lighter options. Also, enjoy an outstanding beer selection, including my favorite in the fall, the American Stout.
Join us THIS SATURDAY MORNING before the MSU-Michigan game for a Couch and The Rube live show and hangout at the Skymint tailgate at the East Lansing Skymint location on Coolidge Road. We'll get going at 9:30 a.m., with an awesome breakfast and giveaways. Visit Skymint.com for location information (and for daily specials). We hope to see you Saturday!

Ep. 632: Twitter Question Friday Oct 22, 2021

On today's show – presented by Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management – We dug into your Twitter questions on Mel Tucker's future at MSU, the Spartans' chances against Michigan, best bets on a bad weekend of football and more.
Plus, a couple gems from The Rube, stories definitely worth telling – brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. Enjoy the final week of Midtown Brewing Company's outdoor covered patio and/or begin your Saturday or Sunday with brunch at Midtown. You'll love this brunch menu (and the full menu) and beer selection. It's as good a place that exist to have a conversation with a friend, a date or family night out.
Have investment questions in uncertain times? Want to get your money working for you in the market? Give Mark and Jay a call at Northcoast Wealth Management. These two Spartans are all about what's best for you and your financial situation. Learn more at Northcoastwm.com. Call them at 248-626-2000 or email them at info@northcoastwm.com. Take advantage of a free consultation to see if Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management are the right fit for you.
Every episode of Couch and The Rube is presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis. We'll be doing a live pregame show and breakfast tailgate at the East Lansing Skymint location off Coolidge Road, beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday Oct. 30. Enjoy breakfast with us and plenty of giveaways from our sponsors. Hope to see you there! As always, visit Skymint.com for specials and location information throughout Michigan.

Ep. 631: MSU-Michigan Trash Talk, Pistons Begin, Football Picks and Cody Tucker Oct 19, 2021

On today's show – presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company – we dug into the psyche of both the MSU and Michigan fan bases heading into this rivalry matchup. Then the Athletic's James Edwards joined us on what to expect from the Pistons this season. Plus, our football picks with Harry Gagnon and, finaly, Wyoming's finest, Cody Tucker.
If you're looking for a place to catch the Pistons on Wednesday night, an MLB postseason game, or a football game this weekend, we highly recommend the experience, menu and drink selection of Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company. Also, check out daily happy hour specials, Lady's Night Wednesday specials and enjoy their terrific outdoor patio. Visit Caskandcompany.com to check out their menu or order carryout.
ALSO: Join us at the East Lansing Skymint location at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30 for a pregame live show and tailgate. And anytime you visit any Skymint location, don't forget to use the promo code, CouchandRube20, for 20% off. Visit Skymint.com for location information and daily specials.

Ep. 630: Hot Take Sunday Oct 18, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the LSU's potential interest in Mel Tucker, on expectations for MSU's football team coming out of the Indiana game, on the matchup with the Wolverines and more.

Ep. 629: Twitter Question Friday Oct 15, 2021

On our latest show – presented by our friends Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management – we dug into your Twitter questions, on how nervous MSU football fans should be about Indiana, Mel Tucker's transfer portal priorities this offseason, whether Tucker could leave for USC, LSU or elsewhere, our life regrets and more.
Plus a couple stories worth telling – brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. Begin your Saturday or Sunday with brunch at Midtown Brewing Company. Or make it your dinner date or nightcap. You can't go wrong. Such a fantastic menu and drink selection – and another two weeks to take advantage of their covered outdoor patio.
If you have investment questions of any kind, Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management want to help you get your money working for you in the market. They'll put a plan together based on your situation. Give these two Spartan grads a call at 248-626-2000 or shoot them an email at info@northcoastwm.com. Let them know Couch and The Rube sent you and receive a free consultation to see if Mark and Jay and Northcoast Wealth Management is the right fit for you. You can also learn more at northcoastwm.com.
Every episode of Couch and The Rube is presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis. On Oct. 30, join me and The Rube at the East Lansing Skymint location for a pregame live show and tailgate. We'll have food and giveaways. It's going to be an awesome time.

Ep. 628: Indiana Football Writer Zach Osterman; Our Football Picks for the Weekend Oct 12, 2021

After a spirited debate on the merits of Jon Gruden's ousting, we dug into MSU football's matchup with Indiana with guest Zach Osterman, the Hoosiers beat writer for the Indianapolis Star. Then, Harry Gagnon joined us for our college football and NFL picks and can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 627: Hot Take Sunday Oct 10, 2021

On our latest show – presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis – we dug into our hot takes and yours – on what MSU football has become, the Heisman chances for Kenneth Walker, underrated play of Payton Thorne, the looming matchup with Michigan and more.
Plus a couple stories worth telling – brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. Take advantage of Midtown Brewing Company's covered outdoor dining room/patio through the end of October, while enjoying their fantastic menu and beer selection. Or eat inside, where you'll find a cozy and spacious vibe. It is my favorite place to get a beer with a friend and just chat.
ALSO: Couch and The Rube will be doing a live show and hangout at the East Lansing Skymint location before the MSU-Michigan game on Oct. 30. Join us for great conversation, food, giveaways and cannabis! Visit Skymint.com to find the location nearest you and listen for the Couch and The Rube promo code.

Ep. 627: Twitter Question Thursday Oct 07, 2021

Ep. 626: Rutgers Writer James Kratch on the Scarlet Knights and our Football Picks with Harry Oct 05, 2021

On today's show – presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company – a good conversation with Rutgers beat writer James Kratch on the matchup with MSU and his prediction. Then, the great Harry Gagnon joined us for our college football and NFL picks, and our can't-miss parlays.
Looking for a place to watch the MSU-Rutgers game Saturday or Michigan-Nebraska that night, there's no better spot than Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company. The TV setup at Front 43 is THE BEST I've ever seen. And the adjoining Cask & Company offers a great spot for a date night while keeping tabs on the games. You'll love the menu, the beer selection and the vibe. Want to bring their menu home with you? Visit Caskandcompany.com to order takeout!
Every episode of Couch and The Rube is presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis. Join us for a live show and hang-out on Oct. 30 before the MSU-Michigan game at the East Lansing Skymint location. Great food, giveaways, deals and, of course, us. Visit Skymint.com for location information and specials. And, as always, listen for the Couch and The Rube promo code.

Ep. 625: Hot Take SUNDAY Oct 03, 2021

On our latest show – presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis – we dug into our hot takes and yours, on MSU football's win over Western Kentucky, the targeting call on Cal Haladay, takeaway's from U-M's win and MSU basketball's open practice, bad bets, life's issues and more.
Plus, a couple stories worth telling – brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. Take advantage of Midtown Brewing Company's charming covered outdoor patio through October. Or head inside and enjoy the cozy and spacious vibe, and outstanding menu and beer selection. It's a great place for a meal or drink with a friend or business associate.
Join Couch and The Rube at the East Lansing Skymint location for a pregame tailgate show and hangout before the MSU-Michigan game on Oct. 30. The Skymint chef's will have delicious food and giveaways and, of course, me and Jason will be there. More details to follow. We hope to see you there.

Ep. 624: Twitter Question Friday Oct 01, 2021

On today's show – presented by Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management – we dug into your Twitter questions on how much of a threat Western Kentucky actually is to MSU, Spartan basketball and lineups, the Lions, hills we'll die on and more.
Plus a couple stories worth telling – brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company – including The Rube's most inappropriate Halloween costume. If you're looking for a place to start your Saturday or Sunday this weekend, we highly recommend Midtown Brewing Company for brunch. Sit inside and enjoy their cozy but spacious vibe and outstanding food and beer selection or, through the end of October, take advantage of their outdoor covered patio. It really is an idea spot to enjoy a meal or drink with friends or family.
If you have questions about investments or need advice on how to save for your children's education or your own retirement, let Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management be your guide toward financial success and peace of mind. These two Spartans (Class of '95) want to do what's best for you and your situation and get your money working for you. You can them online at Northcoastwm.com. Call them at 248-626-2000 or email them at info@northcoastwm.com. Enjoy a free consultation to see if Mark and Jay are the right fit for you.
Every episode of Couch and The Rube is presented by Skymint Premium Cannabis. Come tailgate with me and The Rube at Skymint's East Lansing location on Oct. 30, before the MSU-Michigan football game. We'll do a live show and hang out. We're hoping to see you there.

Ep. 623: Nick Baumgardner on MSU and U-M football; MSU hoops begins, and our CFB and NFL picks Sep 28, 2021

We began the show digging what we learned as MSU basketball began practice Tuesday. Then a great conversation with The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner on MSU and Michigan football and the Lions. Plus, our college football and NFL picks with Harry Gagnon and our can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 622: Hot Take SUNDAY!!?! Sep 26, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's dramatic win over Nebraska and what we learned about the Spartans, their quarterback, their offensive coordinator and their chances moving forward. Plus, Michigan's ho-hum second half against Rutgers, the Big Ten East, and the Lions' latest unreal way of losing.

Ep. 621: Twitter Question Friday Sep 24, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on how real MSU is, how worried MSU fans should be about Nebraska, Kenneth Walker's actual Heisman Trophy chances, whether Mel Tucker might leave, awkward life situations and more.

Ep. 620: MSU hoops recruiting; Nebraska-MSU Preview; and CFB and NFL picks Sep 22, 2021

We dug into the state of MSU basketball recruiting after the addition of 2022 big man Jaxon Kohler. Then Lincoln Journal-Star columnist Steven Sipple joined us with outstanding insight on the Husker and his pick for MSU-Nebraska. Plus, our college football and NFL picks with Harry Gagnon, along with our can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 619: Hot Take Monday Sep 20, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – largely on Michigan State's win at Miami, the changing dreams for this MSU season, Kenneth Walker's emerging place in Spartan lore (and running back history) and more.

Ep. 618: Twitter Question Friday Sep 17, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on what's about to happen for MSU's football team in Miami, what needs to happen for a Spartans win and how that would change the season. Also, Mel Tucker's recruiting, Rocky Lombardi's chances against Michigan, poor decisions, great roadt trips and more.

Ep. 617: Miami writer picks the Spartans and our CFB and NFL picks Sep 15, 2021

We take a dive into the MSU-Miami football game with The Athletic's Manny Navaro and then give our picks for this weekend's college football and NFL games, including our can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 616: Hot Take Monday Sep 13, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's 2-0 start and where the Spartans are headed, Michigan's 2-0 start and what it means, can't-miss parlays that, well, can't miss, and more.

Ep. 615: Twitter Question Friday Sep 10, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on what to expect from MSU football against Youngstown State, how many fans will actually be at Spartan Stadium, the backlash toward Mat Ishbia's NIL deal with MSU football and men's hoops, Spartan basketball recruiting, betting advice and more.

Ep. 614: Lions preview with Dave Birkett; big NIL day for MSU; and our football picks Sep 08, 2021

We dug into my conversation with Mat Ishbia and the new NIL deal that'll pay MSU's football and men's basketball players $500 a month. Then, previewed the Lions season with Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett. Plus, our can't-miss parlays and CFB and NFL (and Premier League) picks with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 613: Hot Take Monday Sep 06, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours — on MSU football's win at Northwestern and what it means for hopes for this season, Kenneth Walker as a Heisman candidate, U-M's start, bad bets, horrible announcers and more.

Ep. 612: Twitter Question THURSDAY Sep 02, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on what to expect from MSU football at Northwestern, what would be a disappointing season for MSU, why Alan Haller got the AD job, how to get a girlfriend when you're 15 years old and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling – including why Jason went to jail.

Ep. 611: MSU vs Northwestern preview; Alan Haller's hiring; and our college football picks Sep 01, 2021

We dug into MSU's quarterback situation and what I think is happening there, plus the hiring of Alan Haller as MSU's AD. Then Northwestern football writer Louie Vaccher joined us to break down Friday's game against the Spartans. Plus, Harry Gagnon's college football picks and our can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 610: Hot Take Monday Aug 30, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's QB situation, the Spartans chances to beat Northwestern, great bets, pet peeves, Kate Winslet in the nude and more.

Ep. 609: Twitter Question Friday Aug 26, 2021

We dug into your always-outstanding Twitter questions – on how to feel about Emoni Bates, MSU football projections, Big Ten alliances, how to get a girlfriend and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

EP. 608: The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach on what's coming in college football; and can't-miss parlays Aug 25, 2021

The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach joined us for a conversation on the Big Ten-Pac-12-ACC alliance, what it means for the CFB Playoff and for schools like MSU in the Big Ten. Plus, Harry Gagnon's best bets and our can't-miss parlays.

Ep. 607: Hot Take Tuesday? Aug 24, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football position battles after the Spartans' open practice, Miggy's place in Tigers history, The Rube's dumpster woes, my can't-miss bets and more.

Ep. 606: Twitter Question Friday Aug 20, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on what's going on with MSU's unharmonious athletic director search, MSU football's depth chart, Miguel Cabrera, our worst financial mistakes and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 605: MSU football fall camp takes and more Aug 18, 2021

We dug into my observations from MSU football practice and recent interviews with Mel Tucker and Jay Johnson, and weighed in on some revisionist history with the Piston and how Jalen Green's anti-Detroit rhetoric did Cade Cunningham a favor. Plus, our can't-miss parlays and best bets with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 604: Hot Take Monday Aug 16, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the keys and projections for this MSU football season, the future of the Tigers, impressions of the Lions, Yoda impressions and things that are bothering us.

Ep. 603: Twitter Question Friday Aug 13, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on projections for MSU's football position groups, MSU's next big event (like the aircraft carrier game), how U-M's football season will go, the Tigers' final record, MSU's AD position and more. Plus, plenty of Yoda impressions, for better or worse.

Ep. 602: MSU football and interesting developments Aug 11, 2021

We dug into what I saw and heard at MSU football practice and interviews Wednesday, then dissected my column on fans at Spartan Stadium and whether they should have to be vaccinated. Plus Cade Cunningham talk and our can't-miss three-team parlays.

Ep. 601: Hot Take Monday Aug 09, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football recruiting under Mel Tucker, MSU's upcoming season, Cade Cunningham, the Tigers, Yoda impressions and more.

Ep. 600: Twitter Question Friday Aug 06, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – on the possibility of Emoni Bates at MSU, Bill Beekman and MSU's next athletic director, whether fans will be at Spartan Stadium next month and more.

Ep. 599: Breaking Down MSU Football as Camp Begins; James Edwards on the Pistons Aug 04, 2021

Off the top, we dug into the many intriguing elements of this MSU football fall camp, which opens Thursday. Then our best bets – including each of our can't-miss 3-team parlays and NFL season-win over/unders – with Harry Gagnon. Plus, a 20-minute conversation with The Athletic's James Edwards on the Pistons' draft, free agency and future.

Ep. 598: Hot Take Monday Aug 02, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on college football recruiting, MSU football's place in the Big Ten and projections for this season, the Tigers and Pistons' futures, personal gripes and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 597: Twitter Question Friday Jul 30, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions on the Pistons' NBA draft, Cade Cunningham, Aaron Henry, MSU vs. Michigan basketball as a destination for future pros, MSU football, conference expansion and plenty of life's predicaments. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 596: What the Big Ten should do with conference expansion, with guest Adam Rittenberg Jul 28, 2021

A conversation with ESPN's Adam Rittenberg on conference realignment and what the Big Ten should be considering right now. Plus, Harry Gagnon's best bets.

Ep. 595: Hot Take Monday Jul 26, 2021

Ep. 594: How soon can the Tigers win? A conversation with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen Jul 21, 2021

How does Alabama's QB making $1 million in NIL endorsements impact schools like MSU? We dug in and later talked with Moneyball Sportswear founder Desmond Ferguson about what they're doing with NIL and the potential fallout in locker rooms. And, our conversation with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen on how quickly the Tigers can win.

Ep. 593: Hot Take Monday Jul 19, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Tigers suddenly becoming interesting, changing feelings toward Mark Dantonio's tenure, MSU football win projections, and all sorts of things that bother us and you.

Ep. 592: Twitter Question Friday Jul 16, 2021

We dug into your outstanding Twitter questions – on MSU football season predictions, Tom Izzo's recruiting, Izzo vs. Juwan Howard, worst first dates, significant other pet peeves and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 591: Talkin' MSU football and why over 4.5 wins is a great bet Jul 14, 2021

We dug into MSU football and Big Ten season win totals and why the Spartans are a great bet at over 4.5 wins. Plus, Harry Gagnon's best bets at the British Open and for the NBA finals.

Ep. 590: Hot Take Monday Jul 12, 2021

Back after a two-week break, we dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU can't-miss QB recruit Katin Houser, the Tigers' MLB draft decisions and more.

Ep. 589: Twitter Question Friday Jun 25, 2021

In our final show for two weeks, we dug into your Twitter questions – on MSU football recruiting, the impact of MSU's new NIL program, what to make of the idea the Pistons wouldn't just select Cade Cunningham, the Tigers future and more.

Ep. 588: James Edwards on whether the Pistons will actually draft Cade Cunningham with the #1 pick Jun 23, 2021

As the dust settles after the Pistons won the NBA Draft lottery, The Athletic's James Edwards isn't sure it'll be Cade Cunningham who winds up in Detroit. Plus, Harry Gagnon's best bets and our parlay picks.

Ep. 587: Hot Take Monday Jun 21, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football recruiting, Tyson Walker's impact at MSU, a pivotal moment for the Pistons tomorrow, NBA players scared to shoot, new ways to bet the Tigers and more.

Ep. 586: Twitter Question Friday Jun 18, 2021

We answered your always-outstanding Twitter questions - on MSU football and hoops, the psyche of MSU fans, gambling opportunities, whether certain acts are charming or creepy and life's blunders.
Fun show today – presented by Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management – digging into your Groovy Donuts Twitter questions on MSU hoops and football, the psyche of MSU fans, how a particular story is being covered, what's creepy vs. charming, gambling opportunities and more.
Plus a couple stories worth telling, brought to you by Midtown Brewing Company in downtown Lansing. You'll love their expanded brunch menu on weekends, still with mimosa flights and an outstanding beer selection.
If you have questions about investing for retirement, Social Security benefits, saving for your kids’ college education, anything investment related, call Mark and Jay at Northcoast Wealth Management at 248-626-2000, or email them at info@northcoastwm.com. They're in southeast Michigan, but distance is no issue. We've gotten to know them a bit. They're trustworthy guys who want what's best for you.
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Ep. 585: Brendan Quinn from the U.S. Open and can't-miss parlays Jun 16, 2021

The Athletic's Brendan Quinn joined us from Torrey Pines, with his thoughts on this week's U.S. Open. Plus, can't-miss parlays from both of us and Harry Gagnon's best bets.

Ep. 584: Hot Take Monday Jun 14, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the new College Football Playoff and how it impacts MSU and the Big Ten, painful gambling losses, life's pet peeves and more. Plus a listener story worth telling that is either brilliant or inappropriate.

Ep. 583: Twitter Question Friday Jun 11, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions on MSU basketball, the coming College Football Playoff expansion, Bo Schembechler, bad life decisions and more.

Ep. 582: An interview with MSU assistant basketball coach Doug Wojcik Jun 09, 2021

MSU basketball assistant coach Doug Wocjik joined us for a great conversation on his new role, losing his mother during the season and MSU's incoming freshmen class. Plus, Harry Gagnon with his best bets.

Ep. 581: Hot Take Monday Jun 07, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – some good stuff on MSU football recruiting and the MSU basketball staff changes, as well as the Tigers' future, John Rahm, betting luck, and a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 580: Twitter Question Friday Jun 04, 2021

We began with a donut-eating contest and then dug into your Twitter questions – on MSU football, hoops, Detroit pro sports, life's mistakes and love.

Ep. 579: We're Back with our hot takes and yours, and Harry Gagnon's best bets Jun 02, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football recruiting, what the Tigers should do with Miguel Cabrera, woke media opinions and more. Plus, Harry Gagnon joins us with his best bets for the NBA, NHL, golf and the Belmont Stakes.

Ep. 578: Twitter Question Friday and Brendan Quinn May 28, 2021

The Athletic's Brendan Quinn joined us early to talk about his experience covering Phil Michelson's win at the PGA Championship and MSU's basketball roster. Then, we dug into your always-outstanding Twitter questions.

Ep. 577: Hot Take Monday May 24, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on Xavier Tillman, Draymond Green and NBA GMs blowing it again, MSU football transfers, the greatness of old men named Phil, gambling losses and some fun life stuff. Plus, some stories worth telling and the tragedy of Keith Appling.

Ep. 578: Twitter Question Friday May 21, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU football and hoops, life and love. Plus, a couple stories worth telling from us and listeners.

Ep. 577: Tigers become good; fans coming to Spartan Stadium and best bets May 19, 2021

We dive into a suddenly good Tigers pitching staff and what it means to the rebuild. Plus, MSU, it appears, will have fans at Spartan Stadium for football games this fall. Then, a conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor, before our best bets in the NBA and MLB.

Ep. 576: Hot Take Monday May 17, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the increasing chances of a full Spartan Stadium this fall, MSU's suddenly intriguing football roster, the Pistons tank job, and questions about Bo Schembechler's legacy and the coverage of it (or lack thereof).

Ep. 575: Twitter Question Friday May 14, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions on MSU football and basketball, coverage of U-M's scandal, the Pistons', the Tigers' bet, The Rube's engagement and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 574: MSU's football roster is getting intriguing and The Athletic's James Edwards on the Pistons May 12, 2021

We dug into an increasingly intriguing MSU football roster as transfers roll in – a tipping point coming this week with Alabama CB Ronald Williams. Then The Athletic's James Edwards joined us for a great conversation on the state of the tanking Pistons and the NBA draft pick they need. Plus, Harry Gagnon's best bets in the NBA, NHL, MLB, Golf and, yes, the NFL.

Ep. 573: Hot Take Monday May 10, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – but began with the story of The Rube's engagement over the weekend. Another story worth telling.

Ep. 572: Twitter Question Friday May 07, 2021

We dove into your Twitter questions – on everything from MSU's football season and incoming MSU basketball freshman, to the the Pistons and Tigers and our own shortcomings in life. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including one from The Rube that will go down as a classic.

Ep. 571: Which Detroit pro sports owner would we fire and an in-depth conversation on the Tigers May 05, 2021

We dug into our poll question about which Detroit pro sports owner you and we would fire, then welcomed The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen for a conversation on the state of the Tigers. Plus, Harry Gagnon joined us with his best bets.

Ep. 570: Hot Take Monday May 03, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on whether Emoni Bates' decommitment from MSU really hurts the Spartans and if the end of MSU's 80-year NFL draft streak means anything.

Ep. 569: Twitter Question Friday Apr 30, 2021

We dove into your Twitter questions – on the Lions draft, the NFL draft in general, MSU football and hoops (some good stuff here), betting the Tigers and more.

Ep. 568: MSU's transfer portal heats up; and Dave Birkett on the Lions choices in the NFL Draft Apr 28, 2021

A smorgasbord of a show, with lots of good stuff – beginning with MSU's transfer portal heating up, including a QB transfer, then a conversation on the Pistons potentially blowing their top draft pick, before the Free Press' Dave Birkett joined us to break down the Lions' draft possibilities. Plus, Harry Gagnon's best bets in MLB, the NFL Draft and the Kentucky Derby.

Ep. 567: Hot Take Monday Apr 26, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the MSU QB situation, predictions for Spartan football this fall, betting strategies that are working and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 566: Twitter Question Friday Apr 23, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU hoops, football, pet peeves about significant others and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 565: What now for MSU's basketball roster after Foster Loyer transfers Apr 21, 2021

We dug into Foster Loyer's decision to transfer and what it means for the Spartans' roster - what they should do and what they shouldn't. Plus, some interesting developments with MSU spring football. And our best bets with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 564: Hot Take Monday Apr 19, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours - on MSU basketball and football, how recruiting is going to change with transfers, betting the Tigers and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 563: Twitter Question Friday Apr 16, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions – a lot of them on MSU basketball and football, including the impact of several transfers, what the Spartans should do next in hoops and football/basketball newcomers Maliq Carr and Keon Coleman.

Ep. 562: We are back! MSU hoops news, Tigers roaring and best bets with Harry Gagnon Apr 14, 2021

We returned, grateful to be back and for your well wishes. We dug into the Thomas Kithier news and what it means for MSU basketball, what to make of the surging Tigers and then gave our best bets in the NBA, NFL, baseball and hockey, joined by the great Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 561: Twitter Question Friday Apr 09, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions on everything from MSU basketball and football to Raccoon Graham and bad life choices. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 560: What Dane Fife's departure means for MSU and best bets at the Masters Apr 07, 2021

We dug into Dane Fife's departure from Michigan State – what it means for the Spartans and why it made sense for Fife to go to Indiana – and then got into MSU's spring QB battle between Payton Thorne and Anthony Russo, before Harry Gagnon joined us with his best bets for the Masters.

Ep. 559: Hot Take Monday Apr 05, 2021

We dove into our hot takes and yours - on MSU basketball (pre-Dane Fife's departure), the Gonzaga-UCLA game, betting the national championship game and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling.

Ep. 558: Twitter Question Friday Apr 02, 2021

We dove into your Twitter questions – on MSU basketball, transfers, embarrassing life and work gaffes, April Fools' Day jokes gone wrong and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including a redux of Jason's 72 days in jail.

Ep. 557: Michigan loses and picking the Final Four Mar 31, 2021

We dug into Michigan's loss to UCLA, a little MSU hoops, too, and got into what the prize should be for winning the Couch and The Rube NCAA tournament pool and then picked the Final Four against the spread with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 556: Hot Take Monday Mar 29, 2021

We dove into our hot takes and yours – on MSU landing transfer Tyson Walker, Michigan NCAA's tournament run, college refs, and more – and then, at the end, gave our Elite Eight picks and talked about Rocket Watts' departure from MSU.

Ep. 555: Twitter Question Friday Mar 26, 2021

We answered your Twitter questions during our Friday show – on MSU's basketball roster and transfer possibilities, Spartan football spring story lines, the Lions draft, The Rube's jail time and a few questions that could get us in trouble.

Ep. 554: MSU basketball roster changes, sticking up for the Big Ten and picking the Sweet 16 games Mar 24, 2021

What to really make of the Big Ten's poor NCAA tournament performance? We dove in. Plus, what we expect within MSU's roster in the coming days. We dove into both during a great conversations with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn. Then picked the Sweet 16 games with the great Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 553: Hot Take Monday Mar 22, 2021

We dove into our hot takes and yours - on the Big Ten's awful NCAA tournament, the future of MSU basketball and more.

Ep. 552: Twitter Question Friday Mar 19, 2021

We opened by digging into MSU's overtime loss to UCLA in the NCAA tournament and then dove into your Twitter questions - on the defeat, the state of the program, Izzo and the roster decisions ahead.

Ep. 551: Picking our NCAA tournament brackets and talking MSU-UCLA Mar 17, 2021

We talked about my conversation with Foster Loyer and then a great conversation with LA Times UCLA beat writer Ben Bolch, before picking our NCAA tournament brackets and giving our best bets in the first round with Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 550: Hot Take Monday Mar 15, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU's NCAA tournament draw, the screw-job by the selection committee and the possibilities for the Big Ten in March Madness.

Ep. 549: Twitter Question Friday Mar 12, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions on Michigan State basketball, MSU's updated NCAA tourney path, the hated Bo Boroski, the Wolverines and more.

Ep. 548: Picking the Big Ten Tournament Mar 10, 2021

We gave our best bets for the Big Ten tournament, how we thing MSU will fare, dug into the Aaron Henry All-Big Ten debate and looked back on our show from a year ago, what we were saying then, hours ahead of the pandemic.

Ep. 547: Hot Take Monday Mar 08, 2021

We dove into our 3 hot takes and yours – largely on this Michigan State basketball team and program, after the Spartans' win over Michigan on Sunday, which likely clinched an NCAA tournament bid.
Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including as promised, the story of when I worked off the books for two low-level mob guys at an electronics store.

Ep. 546: Twitter Question Friday Mar 05, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions on Michigan State basketball and this team's chances against Michigan Sunday - and how the programs compare moving forward. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, that don't make either of us look good.

Ep. 545: MSU and Michigan basketball on a collision course. Plus, Brendan Quinn on Emoni Bates Mar 03, 2021

We dug into Michigan State's win over Indiana, Michigan's loss to Illinois and what it means for this week's two matchups between the Spartans and Wolverines. Plus, The Athletic's Brendan Quinn joins us to talk MSU-Michigan and his in-depth piece on Emoni Bates.

Ep. 534: Hot Take Monday Mar 01, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours from an interesting weekend for Michigan State basketball and Big Ten hoops and a compelling week ahead for the Spartans.

Ep. 533: Twitter Question Friday Feb 26, 2021

We dug into MSU's win over Ohio State and then dove into listener Twitter questions, largely on the Spartans' changing fortunes and chase for an NCAA tournament bid.

Ep. 522: Is MSU basketball back? Feb 24, 2021

What to make of Michigan State's win over fifth-ranked Illinois? We explore. Plus, Harry Gagnon's college basketball, NBA and NHL best bets.

Ep. 521: Hot Take Monday Feb 22, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on sudden renewed hope for MSU basketball, Juwan Howard's Michigan program, chick flicks and bad haircuts.

Ep. 520: Twitter Question Friday Feb 19, 2021

We dive into your Twitter questions, some fantastic stuff on Michigan State basketball and more. Plus a couple stories worth telling that will get us in trouble.

Ep. 519: An examination of MSU basketball, and a look at Max Christie from a writer who covers him Feb 17, 2021

We dove into the state of Michigan State's basketball team and program today, criticism of Izzo and the roster, and then talked Max Christie with Chicago Sun-Times writer Michael O'Brien, who knows the incoming MSU recruit's game well.

Ep. 518: Hot Take Monday Feb 15, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours, largely on this MSU basketball team and the state of the program.

Ep. 517: Twitter Question Friday Feb 12, 2021

We dug into your Twitter questions - on MSU basketball hopes and personnel, gambling wins and mistakes, our worsening appearances and more.

Ep. 516: How much hope remains for MSU basketball Feb 10, 2021

We dug into Michigan State's win over Penn State, what we saw and what it means, including a conversation with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn. Plus, Harry Gagnon's best bets for Wednesday night.

Ep. 515: Hot Take Monday Feb 08, 2021

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU basketball lineups and players, Marcus Bingham, Joey Hauser and Rocket Watts especially, and Super Bowl experiences, gambling opportunities and more.

Ep. 514: Twitter Question Friday Feb 05, 2021

Answering your probing Twitter questions – on MSU's football schedule, Keon Coleman, MSU Hoops, what The Rube would do with $32 million and more.

Ep. 513: MSU Hoops, Life and a Wild Recruiting Day for MSU Football Feb 03, 2021

We dug into MSU's close loss at Iowa, both promising signs and changes we – and you – would make if you were coaching Izzo's team. Plus, MSU loses one big-time football recruit and gains another on signing day.

Ep. 512: Hot Take Monday Feb 01, 2021

We dig into our hot takes and yours – largely on this MSU basketball team (what hope remains, fixes to make) and the Lions' Stafford trade.

Ep. 511: Twitter Question Friday Jan 29, 2021

We dug into your feelings about MSU basketball through listener Twitter questions. They were, as you might expect, specific and blunt.

Ep. 510: MSU basketball returns and Dave Birkett on the Lions QB moves Jan 27, 2021

We dove into a what could be a critical moment for Rocket Watts and MSU's basketball season, then turned to the Lions and the Matthew Stafford trade with a conversation with the Detroit Free Press' Dave Birkett.

Ep. 509: Hot Take Monday Jan 25, 2021

Some of The Rube's finest moments today, digging into our hot takes and yours – on Matthew Stafford, MSU hoops, a weekend of sports betting in MI and more, including a live hot take from The Rube's girlfriend.

Ep. 508: Twitter Question Friday Jan 22, 2021

We dug into your Twitter question on what this MSU basketball team needs most, the expectations for the Lions' "dude" coach, online sports betting in Michigan, and being fat vs. just having a large ribcage.

Ep. 507: Changed expectations for MSU hoops and disagreeing on the Lions Jan 20, 2021

We dug into the Lions' coach and GM hires, disagreeing on the moves, and then into changed and healthier expectations for MSU basketball, before picking the NFL games and doubling back on MSU hoops with Brendan Quinn.

Ep. 506: Hot Take Monday Jan 18, 2021

Ep. 505: Twitter Question Friday Jan 15, 2021

We dug into your questions - on MSU basketball's junior class, MSU's COVID pause, the Lions' GM and likely head coaching hire and, from The Rube, plenty of bad analogies.

Ep. 504: MSU basketball with COVID cases, on to Iowa Jan 13, 2021

We dug into the disparity between MSU football and the playoff teams, and the Spartans' matchup in hoops with Iowa, then picked the NFL games against the spread.

Ep. 503: Hot Take Monday Jan 11, 2021

A deluge of hot takes, yours and ours – on MSU basketball coaching decisions, gambling losses and the Rube's attempted takedown of online pedophiles 20 years ago.

Ep. 502: Twitter Question Friday Jan 08, 2021

A recording of The Rube's call 20 years ago to the late Tommy Lasorda (RIP) and then answering your Twitter questions - on MSU's big men, running backs, and stories about being arrested.

Ep. 501: What's going right for MSU's basketball team Jan 06, 2021

We dove into MSU's win over Rutgers, what transpired and why it did, including a conversation with former MSU and Division I assistant coach Rick Carter. Then we picked the NFL playoff games with our man Harry Gagnon.

Ep. 500: Hot Take Monday Jan 04, 2021

We spent our 500th show diving into our hot takes and yours - on MSU basketball as an NCAA tournament bubble team, MSU football transfers, the Lions, the ethics and art of tanking and more.

Ep. 499: Buh Bye 2020 Special Dec 30, 2020

We kissed 2020 goodbye answering your Twitter questions – on MSU hoops, including how we'd coach Izzo's team, and more, which led to unseemly stories from The Rube.

Ep. 498: Hot Take Monday Dec 28, 2020

We dug into our hot takes and listener hot takes – on MSU basketball lineups and the potential and problems of this team.

Ep. 497: X-Mas Special Dec 23, 2020

Ep. 496: Hot Take Monday Dec 21, 2020

We dug into MSU's loss at Northwestern, lineup issues, and Spartan football transfers, through our hot takes and yours.

Ep. 495: Twitter Question Friday Dec 18, 2020

We dug into you Twitter questions on MSU football's evolving roster, the QB situation, Mel Tucker's approach and more.

Ep. 494: What to Make of MSU Football's Recruiting Class Dec 16, 2020

MSU football recruiting and Big Ten hoops-heavy show today, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company. We led off digging into Mel Tucker's frist recruiting class and what matters and what doesn't. Then The Athletics' Brendan Quinn joined us for a great conversation on Big Ten hoops, followed by our picks for this week's football games.
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Ep. 493: Hot Take Monday Dec 14, 2020

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on MSU football and hoops, great bets and bad romantic comedies during today's show – presented by Halo Sport.
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Ep. 492: Twitter Question Friday Dec 11, 2020

We dug into your Twitter questions – on Julian Barnett, MSU's recruiting class, Coach K vs. Harbaugh, sports writing vs. hard labor and more – presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.
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Ep. 491: What MSU's Basketball Season Might Look Like Dec 09, 2020

We dug into what this MSU basketball and college hoops season might look, presented by our friends at Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company. Is Coach K overreacting? Should the Big Ten break rules for Ohio State football and our picks for the college football and NFL slate.
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Ep. 490: Hot Take Monday Dec 07, 2020

Fantastic listener hot takes during today's show, presented by our friends at Halo.Sport. We dug into all of them, after our hot takes – on the situation with MSU football, MSU hoops, Jaden Akins and Emoni Bates, the Lions and more.
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Ep. 489: Twitter Question Friday Dec 04, 2020

Answering your Twitter questions, presented by Groovy Donuts. Digging into MSU's chances against Ohio State, how the MSU basketball team stakes up against Luka Garza and the rest of the Big Ten and more.
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Ep. 488: Digging into MSU Hoops after Beating Duke Dec 02, 2020

If you're thinking about Michigan State hoops after the win over Duke, you'll enjoy the first half-hour of today's show, presented by our friends at Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company. Plus, what to make of the Ohio State football situation and our college football and NFL picks against the spread.
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Ep. 487: Hot Take Monday Nov 30, 2020

So much goodness to get into and we got into it all during our Monday show, presented by Halo.Sport. What we saw from MSU football and basketball over the weekend, hope and decisions for the Lions amid regime change — just a a great 90 minutes plus with our hot takes and yours.
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Ep. 486: Twitter Question Friday Nov 27, 2020

We spent a lot of today's show digging into MSU's basketball team, answering your Twitter questions, presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 485: Brendan Quinn on MSU and U-M basketball Nov 25, 2020

A highly intellectual show today, presented in part by Midtown Brewing Company, featuring a conversation with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn on Rocket Watts, Foster Loyer and the interesting dynamics on this MSU basketball team. Plus, our picks for the college football and NFL slate.

Ep. 484: Hot Take Tuesday?? Nov 24, 2020

An outstanding TUESDAY show today, presented by Halo.Sport, digging into our hot takes and yours, leading off with the point guard situation for MSU basketball. Some great stuff today.
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Ep. 483: Twitter Question Friday Nov 20, 2020

Ep. 482: Mel Tucker's message to his team, James Edwards on the NBA draft Nov 18, 2020

Really enjoyable show today, with a couple fantastic and fun interviews. We got into Mel Tucker's pointed message to his MSU football program off the top. Then great conversation with The Athletic's James Edwards on the NBA Draft, the Pistons and Cassius Winston and Xavier Tillman. Plus our best CFB and NFL picks with Harry Gagnon.
Thanks to Midtown Brewing Company for their support. In these difficult times, Midtown Brewing Co. in downtown Lansing offers a terrific and diverse menu full of both outstanding comfort dishes and healthy dinner options, available for carryout or delivery. Visit MidtownBrewingCompany.net for more.

Ep. 481: Hot Take Monday Nov 16, 2020

We dove into our 3 hot takes and yours in our Monday show, presented by Halo Sport – on MSU's quarterback situation, the state of Michigan's football program and more – while reaching new lows in my struggle to deliver "a story worth telling."
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Ep. 480: Twitter Question Friday Nov 13, 2020

We dug into your Twitter questions - on Emoni Bates, MSU football, MSU hoops and our shortcomings as people during our Friday show, presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing. Place your order for a weekend filed with donuts today at GroovyDonuts.com.

Ep. 479: MSU Hoops Signing Day and Brendan Quinn from the Masters Nov 11, 2020

Terrific hour today, digging into the MSU basketball recruiting class off the top. Then Harry Gagnon joined us with his betting advice for the MSU, Michigan and Lions football games, as well as the Masters. Then a great conversation with The Athletic's Brendan Quinn from the Masters – on this week in Augusta and MSU hoops.
Thanks to our friends at Midtown Brewing Company for their support. One of my favorite places for a long time. With more than 40 beers on tap, daily happy hours from 3-7, big screen TVs and a terrific menu, Midtown Brewing Co. is worth your visit – or carryout order. Learn more at Midtownbrewingcompany.net.

Ep. 478: Hot Take Monday Nov 09, 2020

Good show today, digging into a miserable weekend of football — for MSU, Michigan, the Lions — with our 3 hot takes and yours. Plus a couple good stories.
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Also thanks to Midtown Brewing Company. Great vibe, great food, outstanding beer selection. Dine in or carryout. Visit MidtownBrewingCompany.net.

Ep. 477: Twitter Question Friday Nov 06, 2020

Great batch of Twitter questions today - on MSU football, MSU hoops lineups, and one unfortunate over-under bet on the expiration date of a local sports celebrity.
Presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing, as well as Midtown Brewing Company. Looking for a place to grab a beer and watch the games this weekend or just enjoy a meal? Try Midtown Brewing Company. Visit MidtownBrewingCompany.net to see their menu and carryout options as well. We highly recommend them.

Ep. 476: What's Next for MSU and U-M Football? Nov 04, 2020

A funs show in tense times – on how we handled Tuesday, what's next for MSU football, how to bet the MSU/Iowa and UM/Indiana games, as well as a special guest appearance from the one and only, Shawn Winsdor.
Presented in part by our friends at Midtown Brewing Company. Enjoy daily happy hour specials (3-7 p.m.), 40-plus beers on tap and a terrific menu, for dine-in or carry-out. Visit MidtownBrewingCompany.net.

Ep. 475: Hot Take Monday Nov 02, 2020

A show made for MSU football fans today – two hours of hot takes and conversation on the Spartans' win and how this changes things in the rivalry, in recruiting, and for Mel Tucker and Jim Haurbaugh.
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Ep. 474: Twitter Question Friday Oct 30, 2020

Ep. 473: Nick Baumgardner on MSU-Michigan and weekly football picks Oct 28, 2020

Ep. 472: Hot Take Monday Oct 26, 2020

Ep. 471: Twitter Question Friday Oct 23, 2020

Ep. 470: Picking MSU vs. Rutgers and the Big Ten Week 1 Oct 21, 2020

Ep. 469: Hot Take Monday Oct 19, 2020

Ep. 468: Twitter Question Friday Oct 16, 2020

Ep. 467: The many possibilities for MSU basketball Oct 14, 2020

Ep. 466: Hot Take Monday Oct 12, 2020

Ep. 465: Twitter Question Friday Oct 09, 2020

Ep. 464: MSU's QB Situation and Fixing the Lions Oct 07, 2020

Ep. 463: Hot Take Monday Oct 05, 2020

Ep. 462: Twitter Question Friday Oct 02, 2020

Ep. 461: The Reason for Hope with MSU Football Sep 30, 2020

Ep. 460: Hot Take Monday Sep 28, 2020

Ep. 459: Hot Take Monday Sep 21, 2020

Ep. 458: Twitter Question Friday Sep 18, 2020

Ep. 457: Big Ten Football is back; Harry Gagnon's NFL pick's Sep 17, 2020

Ep. 456: Hot Take Monday Sep 14, 2020

Ep. 455: Twitter Question Friday Sep 11, 2020

Ep. 454: Hot Take Tuesday Sep 08, 2020

Ep. 453: Twitter Question Friday Sep 04, 2020

Ep. 452: Hot Take Monday Aug 31, 2020

Ep. 451: Twitter Question Friday Aug 28, 2020

Ep. 450: Bruce Feldman on Mel Tucker Aug 26, 2020

Ep. 449: Hot Take Monday Aug 24, 2020

Ep. 448: Twitter Question Friday Aug 21, 2020

Ep. 447: Shawn Windsor on Big Ten football; Harry Gagnon's best bets Aug 19, 2020

Ep. 446: Hot Take Monday Aug 17, 2020

Ep. 445: Twitter Question Friday Aug 14, 2020

Ep. 444: Wild times for Big Ten football Aug 12, 2020

Ep. 443: Hot Take Monday Aug 10, 2020

Ep. 442: Twitter Question Friday Aug 07, 2020

Ep. 441: Big Ten football goes haywire Aug 05, 2020

Ep. 440: Hot Take Monday Aug 03, 2020

Ep. 439: Twitter Question Friday Jul 31, 2020

Ep. 438: Brendan Quinn and MSU hoops recruiting Jul 29, 2020

Ep. 437: Enoch Boakye and Hot Takes Tuesday Jul 28, 2020

Ep. 436: Twitter Question Friday Jul 24, 2020

Ep. 435: Why we should care about these Tigers Jul 22, 2020

Ep. 434: Hot Take Monday Jul 20, 2020

Ep. 433: Twitter Question Friday Jul 17, 2020

Ep. 432: CFB possibilities; Tillman's future Jul 15, 2020

Ep. 431: Hot Take Monday Jul 13, 2020

Ep. 430: Twitter Question Friday Jun 26, 2020

Ep. 429: James Edwards' wisdom, Xavier Tillman's choice Jun 24, 2020

Ep. 428: Hot Take Monday Jun 22, 2020

Ep. 427: Twitter Question Friday Jun 19, 2020

Ep. 426: Scott Dochterman on Big Ten football Jun 17, 2020

Ep. 425: Hot Take Monday Jun 15, 2020

Ep. 424: Twitter Question Friday Jun 12, 2020

Ep. 423: An interview with Joe Rexrode Jun 10, 2020

Ep. 422: Hot Take Monday Jun 08, 2020

Ep. 421: Twitter Question Friday Jun 05, 2020

Ep 420: Would you attend an MSU football game? Jun 03, 2020

Ep. 419: Hot Take Monday Jun 01, 2020

Ep. 418: Twitter Question Friday May 29, 2020

Ep. 417: Hot Take Humpday May 27, 2020

Ep. 416: Twitter Question Friday May 22, 2020

Ep. 415: MSU hoops updates and K.C. Johnson on 'The Last Dance' May 20, 2020

Ep. 414: Hot Take Monday May 18, 2020

Ep. 413: Twitter Question Friday May 15, 2020

Ep. 412: Brendan Quinn and Cassius Winston's NBA future May 13, 2020

Ep. 411: Hot Take Monday May 11, 2020

Ep. 410: Twitter Question Friday May 08, 2020

Ep. 409: Coach Rick Carter on MSU's roster and college hoops May 06, 2020

Ep. 408: Monday Hot Takes May 04, 2020

Ep. 407: Twitter Question Friday May 01, 2020

Ep. 406: Brendan Quinn on MSU and college hoops Apr 29, 2020

Ep. 405: Hot Take Monday Apr 27, 2020

Ep. 404: Twitter Question Friday Apr 24, 2020

Ep. 403: Pierre Brooks' impact on MSU and Lions NFL draft projections Apr 22, 2020

Ep. 402: Twitter Question Friday Apr 17, 2020

Ep. 401: Protests, prank calls and Jason's birthday Apr 15, 2020

Ep. 400: Hot Takes Monday Apr 13, 2020

Ep. 399: Twitter Question Friday Apr 10, 2020

Ep. 398: Dave Birkett on the Lions' NFL draft Apr 08, 2020

Ep. 397: Hot Take Monday Apr 06, 2020

Ep. 396: Twitter Question Thursday Apr 02, 2020

Ep. 395: Hot Take Tuesday Mar 31, 2020

Ep. 394: Twitter Question Friday Mar 27, 2020

Ep. 393: Mel Tucker's connection with MSU fans Mar 26, 2020

Ep. 392: Xavier Tillman's future and what's next for MSU hoops Mar 25, 2020

Ep. 391: Twitter Question Tuesday Mar 24, 2020

Ep. 390: Hot Take Monday Mar 23, 2020

Ep. 389: Twitter Question Friday Mar 20, 2020

Ep. 388: Do you hate your significant other? Mar 19, 2020

Ep. 387: If You Could Have Only One Sport for the Next Year, Which Would You Pick? Mar 18, 2020

Ep. 386: Twitter Question Tuesday Mar 17, 2020

Ep. 385: Hot Take Monday Mar 16, 2020

Ep. 384: Twitter Question Friday Mar 13, 2020

Ep. 383: We hate the Coronavirus Mar 12, 2020

Ep. 382: Coronavirus is about to ruin the NCAA tournament Mar 11, 2020

Ep. 381: Twitter Question Tuesday Mar 10, 2020

Ep. 380: Hot Take Monday Mar 09, 2020

Ep. 379: Live from Front 43 and Cask and Company Mar 08, 2020

Ep. 378: Twitter Question Friday Mar 06, 2020

Ep. 377: How the Big Ten race will finish and teams we hate Mar 05, 2020

Ep. 376: Big win for MSU Mar 04, 2020

Ep. 375: Twitter Question Tuesday Mar 03, 2020

Answering your questions on MSU and Big Ten hoops, Spartan football and life's relatable screw-ups, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 374: Hot Take Monday Mar 02, 2020

Our Overreaction Monday show, with our 3 hot takes from the weekend and yours, presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 373: Twitter Question Friday Feb 28, 2020

Answering your Twitter questions on Mel Tuckers staff, MSU hoops, Mark Turgeon, Xavier Tillman's future and donuts, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing

Ep. 372: Mel Tucker Has Energized MSU Football Fans; Minnesota Lets Down MSU Feb 27, 2020

A discussion on why and how the beginning of the Mel Tucker era has energized MSU football fans, and more, presented by Cask & Company and Front 43 Neighborhood Pub.

Ep. 371: MSU Beats Iowa Feb 26, 2020

Our Wednesday show - on a big night for Michigan State basketball and the latest on MSU football, including a conversation with Shawn Windsor.

Ep. 370: Twitter Question Tuesday Feb 25, 2020

Answering listener Twitter questions on Mel Tucker's staff, MSU hoops and how MSU and Michigan are covered, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 369: Hot Take Monday Feb 24, 2020

Our 3 hot takes from the weekend and yours - on MSU football, Big Ten hoops, the big fight and more, presented by Halo.Sport

Ep. 368: Twitter Question Friday Feb 21, 2020

Answering your questions of Michigan State basketball, Mel Tucker's staff and more, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 367: MSU vs Nebraska Preview; Impressions of Mel Tucker Feb 20, 2020

What to expect from MSU at Nebraska and a conversation with Matt Charboneau on early impressions of the Mel Tucker era, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company.

Ep. 366: Is there Hope for MSU Hoops? The Rube Back from L.A. Feb 19, 2020

We dig into whether there's still hope for MSU basketball and which MSU season has disappointed you most.

Ep. 365: Twitter Question Tuesday Feb 18, 2020

Answering your Twitter questions, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing

Ep. 364: Hot Take Monday Feb 17, 2020

Digging into our 3 hot takes and yours - on national reaction to Mel Tucker's hiring, the state of MSU hoops and more, presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 363: Couch in Lansing. Rube in L.A. Feb 14, 2020

Couch in Lansing, The Rube in LA and an epic batch of Twitter questions on MSU football, Mel Tucker, MSU hoops and more, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 362: What are Your Expectations for the 2020 Season? Feb 13, 2020

Our first impressions of new MSU football coach Mel Tucker, and your expectations for Year 1, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company.

Ep. 361: Mel Tucker Hired by MSU Feb 12, 2020

We dig into Michigan State's hiring of Mel Tucker as its football coach and discuss Rocket Watts and a wild night of MSU hoops.

Ep. 360: Twitter Question Tuesday Feb 11, 2020

Answering your Twitter questions on Michigan State football's coaching search, from every angle, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing

Ep. 359: Hot Take Monday Feb 10, 2020

We dove into MSU football's coaching search and the state of the basketball team, through our 3 hot takes and yours, presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 358: Twitter Question Friday Feb 07, 2020

We answer your Twitter questions on the Michigan State football coaching search, MSU vs. Michigan hoops and more, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 357: Who is MSU Football's Next Head Coach? Feb 06, 2020

Why MSU football is a coveted job, and an interesting conversation with a Cincinnati Bearcats writer on Luke Fickell, presented by Cask & Company and Front 43 Neighborhood Pub.

Ep. 356: Dantonio Retires Feb 05, 2020

Digging into our 3 hot takes and yours, after Mark Dantonio stepping down as MSU's football coach, presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 355: Twitter Question Tuesday Feb 04, 2020

Answering your Twitter questions on MSU hoops and football and bad life decisions, presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 354: Hot Take Monday Feb 03, 2020

Our 3 hot takes from the weekend, on MSU basketball, the Super Bowl and more, presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 353: Twitter Question Friday Jan 31, 2020

Answering your Twitter questions on Michigan State hoops, life and love, presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 352: MSU Mops Northwestern; More Super Bowl Props Bets Jan 30, 2020

We get into the impact of Foster Loyer, Kyle Ahrens and Marcus Bingham on MSU basketball, and why you can make money on MSU against Wisconsin. Super Bowl prop bets with two of our favorite experts, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company.

Ep. 351: MSU vs Northwestern; Super Bowl Prop Bets Jan 29, 2020

We dig into what's going on inside the mind of Mark Dantonio, preview MSU-Northwestern hoops, talk Super Bowl prop bets, and then bar fight stories with The Rube.

Ep. 350 Twitter Question Tuesday Jan 28, 2020

We answer your Twitter questions on Michigan State football, basketball, Kobe Bryant and Brad Davison, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 349: 3 Hot Take Monday Jan 27, 2020

Our 3 hot takes from the weekend and yours - on Kobe Bryant, MSU and Big Ten basketball and more - presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 348: Twitter Question Friday Jan 24, 2020

We dig into the state of Michigan State's basketball team and answer your Twitter questions, presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 347: Graham LIVE from Bloomington; Super Bowl Props Jan 23, 2020

MSU hoops, what Kansas' Silvia De Sousa did that Mark Dantonio didn't, and best Super Bowl and college hoops bets, presented by Cask & Company and Front 43 Neighborhood Pub.

Ep. 346: Kansas Brawl and MSU vs Indiana Preview Jan 22, 2020

What would you do if you found $120 cash on the street? And a conversation with the Indy Star's Zach Osterman on Indiana-MSU basketball.

Ep. 345: Twitter Question Tuesday Jan 21, 2020

Your Twitter questions on MSU football, hoops, life and love, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 344: Hot Take Monday Jan 20, 2020

Our 3 hot takes and yours from the weekend - on changing winds with MSU football, Rocket Watts, the NFL championship games, things we hate and more, presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 343: Twitter Question Friday Jan 17, 2020

Answering your Twitter questions on Mark Dantonio, MSU football and hoops and life's big decisions, presented by Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 342: NFL Picks; MSU vs Wisconsin Preview Jan 16, 2020

What's Mark Dantonio's plan here? Plus our NFL playoff picks and a conversation with the Wisconsin State Journal's Jim Polzin on MSU-Wisconsin hoops, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company.

Ep. 341: Dan Kilbridge and Brendan Quinn Jan 15, 2020

What one question would you ask Mark Dantonio? Plus, best bets for the week and the state of MSU hoops.

Ep. 340: Twitter Question Tuesday Jan 14, 2020

We answer your Twitter questions on MSU football, hoops, life and love, presented by our friends at Groovy Donuts and Groovy Donuts - East Lansing.

Ep. 339: Hot Take Monday Jan 13, 2020

Our 3 hot takes from the weekend and yours, presented by Halo.Sport.

Ep. 338: Twitter Question Friday Jan 10, 2020

Ep. 337: Beilein Under Fire, NFL Playoff Picks Jan 09, 2020

Ep. 336: What is Mark Dantonio Thinking? Jan 08, 2020

Ep. 335: Twitter Question Tuesday Jan 07, 2020

Ep. 334: Hot Take Monday Jan 06, 2020

Ep. 333: Twitter Question Friday Jan 03, 2020

Ep. 332: Post-New Years MSU Football Mood and NFL Picks Jan 02, 2020

Ep. 331: New Year's Eve Twitter Question Special Dec 31, 2019

Ep. 330: Hot Take Monday Dec 30, 2019

Ep. 329: Day After Christmas Dec 26, 2019

Ep. 328: Hot Take Monday Dec 23, 2019

Ep. 327: Twitter Question Friday Dec 20, 2019

Ep. 326: MSU vs Northwestern recap; Bowl game picks with Harry Gagnon Dec 19, 2019

Ep. 325: National Signing Day; Bowl Game Picks Dec 18, 2019

Ep. 324: Twitter Question Tuesday Dec 17, 2019

Ep. 323: Hot Takes and Shawn Windsor Dec 16, 2019

Ep. 322: Twitter Question Friday Dec 13, 2019

Ep. 321: Hoops and Gambling Dec 12, 2019

Our Thursday show - on Narduzzi and Dantonio, MSU and U-M hoops and our football picks for this week, presented by Front 43 Neighborhood Pub and Cask & Company

Ep. 320: Wake "Forrest" fans come after The Rube; Dan Kilbridge on betting the bowl games Dec 11, 2019

Ep. 319: Twitter Question Tuesday Dec 10, 2019

Ep: 318: Overreaction Monday Dec 09, 2019

Ep. 317: Twitter Question Friday Dec 06, 2019

Ep. 316: NFL and College picks; Shawn Windsor from The Detroit Free Press Dec 05, 2019

Ep. 315: MSU loses to Duke; Brendan Quinn from The Athletic Dec 04, 2019

Ep. 314: Twitter Question Tuesday Dec 03, 2019

Ep. 313: Overreaction Monday Dec 02, 2019

Ep. 312: MSU beats Georgia; College and NFL picks Nov 27, 2019

Ep. 311: MSU loses to Va Tech; Twitter Questions Nov 26, 2019

Ep. 310: Overreaction Monday Nov 25, 2019

Ep. 309: College and NFL Football Picks Nov 21, 2019

Ep. 308: Can Rutgers win? Graham headed to Maui Nov 20, 2019

Ep: 307: Twitter Question Tuesday Nov 19, 2019

Ep. 306: Overreaction Monday Nov 18, 2019

Ep. 305: Twitter Question Friday Nov 15, 2019

Ep. 304: Graham Live in Newark Nov 14, 2019

Ep. 303: Chase Young Sits Out 1 More Game, MSU vs Seton Hall Nov 13, 2019

Ep. 302: Twitter Question Tuesday Nov 12, 2019

Ep. 301: Overreaction Monday Nov 11, 2019

Episode 300: Twitter Questions Friday Nov 08, 2019

Ep. 299: Thursday picks, MSU vs Illinois Nov 07, 2019

Ep. 298: MSU Basketball Overreaction Nov 06, 2019

Ep. 297: Graham in New York, Twitter Questions Nov 05, 2019

Ep. 296: Overreaction Monday Nov 04, 2019

Ep. 295: Bachie Suspended and your Twitter questions Nov 01, 2019

Ep. 294: Halloween special; NFL and NCAA Football picks Oct 31, 2019

Ep. 293: NCAA agrees to pay athletes; MSU hoops recap Oct 30, 2019

Ep. 292: Twitter Question Tuesday Oct 29, 2019

Ep. 291: Overreaction Monday Oct 28, 2019

Ep. 290: Twitter Question Friday Oct 25, 2019

Ep. 289: Pistons win, College and NFL picks Oct 24, 2019

Ep. 288: Lions trade Diggs; Lansing Ignite are done; Midnight Madness Oct 23, 2019

Ep. 287: Langford out; Twitter questions Oct 22, 2019

Ep. 286: Overreaction Monday Oct 21, 2019

Ep. 285: Twitter Question Friday Oct 18, 2019

Ep. 284: Another MSU Football Transfer; NFL and College Picks Oct 17, 2019

Ep. 283: Do you plan on attending MSU football games the rest of the season? Oct 16, 2019

Ep. 282: Twitter Question Tuesday Oct 15, 2019

Ep. 281: Overreaction Monday Oct 14, 2019

Ep. 280: Twitter Question Friday Oct 11, 2019

Ep. 279: Would you rather be a Tigers fan or a Dodgers fan? NFL and College picks Oct 10, 2019

Ep. 278: Hump Day Oct 09, 2019

Ep. 277: Twitter Question Tuesday sponsored by Groovy Donuts Oct 08, 2019

Ep. 276: Overreaction Monday Oct 07, 2019

Ep. 275: Twitter Question Friday sponsored by Groovy Donuts Oct 04, 2019

Ep. 274: Graham Pisses People Off on Twitter Oct 03, 2019

Ep. 273: Twitter Question Tuesday Oct 01, 2019

Ep. 272: Overreaction Monday Sep 30, 2019

Ep: 271: Twitter Question Friday Sep 27, 2019

Ep: 270: Our Thursday college football and NFL picks: Can MSU Cover the 14 points vs. Indiana? Sep 26, 2019

Ep: 269: Breaking Down MSU's Basketball Roster Sep 25, 2019

Ep. 268: Twitter Questions Tuesday Sep 24, 2019

Today's show is presented by Groovy Donuts (https://www.groovydonuts.com/)

Ep. 267: Overreaction Monday Sep 23, 2019

Ep. 266: Twitter Question Friday, presented by Groovy Donuts Sep 20, 2019

Ep. 265: Sports Gambing and More Sep 19, 2019

Guests:
Kris Abbott, Oddsshark.com
Angelique Chengelis, The Detroit News

Ep. 264: Who Would You Pick to Replace Dantonio? Sep 18, 2019

Guest:
(1:30) Chris Andrews, South Point Sportsbook

Ep. 263: Twitter Question Tuesday Sep 17, 2019

Graham and Jason answer all your Twitter questions every Tuesday, brought to you by Groovy Donuts.

Ep. 262: Overreaction Monday Sep 16, 2019

JASON IS BACK! Graham and Jason overreact to MSU Football; how mad you should be and whether there is hope, Lions, and more!

Ep. 261: Twitter Question Friday Sep 13, 2019

Today's show is brought to you by Groovy Donuts

Ep. 260: Sports Gambling and MSU Football Sep 12, 2019

Guests:
1:30 - Kriss Abbott. Oddshark
2;20 - Doug Haller, Covers Arizona State for The Athletic

Ep. 259: Chris Andrews from Southpoint Sportsbook and Shawn Windsor Sep 11, 2019

Ep. 258: Twitter question Tuesday Sep 10, 2019

Today's show is brought to you by Groovy Donuts

Ep. 257: Overreaction Monday Sep 09, 2019

Ep. 256: Twitter Question Friday Sep 06, 2019

Today's show is brought to you by Groovy Donuts

Ep. 255: College football and NFL picks Sep 05, 2019

Ep. 254: South Point Sports Book Director Chris Andrews and Nick Baumgardner Sep 04, 2019

Ep. 253: Twitter Question Tuesday Sep 03, 2019

Ep. 252: Overreaction Monday Sep 02, 2019

Ep. 251: Game Day Live at Front 43 and Cask and Company Aug 30, 2019

Graham Couch and Jason Knick are a dynamic duo that get together every afternoon to discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally. The show is a fun, engaging, and thought-provoking all-in-one radio and podcast experience for the Michigan State, Michigan and Detroit sports fan whose assorted interests also might include the outrageous national story, sports gambling and life’s relatable predicaments. Hosts Graham Couch, a sports columnist at the Lansing State Journal, and Jason Knick, “The Rube,” bring you two hours a day of the topics and stories that grab you — often with your input and through insightful interviews with those who know the stories best.

Ep. 250: Gambling Thursday Aug 29, 2019

Ep. 249: Tulsa is Getting Paid How Much to Play MSU!? Aug 28, 2019

Graham and Jason discuss the upcoming college football season talking MSU and Big Ten as a whole

Ep. 248: Twitter Question Tuesday Aug 27, 2019

Graham and Jason answer your Twitter questions and more

Ep. 247: Monday Overreaction Aug 26, 2019

Ep. 246: Twitter Question Friday Aug 23, 2019

Ep. 245: The Tigers Win and We are Pissed Aug 22, 2019

Ep. 244: Mateen Cleaves Verdict; Gambling Aug 21, 2019

Guest: Trevor Darnell, South Point Sports Book

Ep. 243: Twitter Question Tuesday Aug 20, 2019

Ep. 242: Monday Back from Vacation Overreaction Aug 19, 2019

*** Dantonio Shuffle Aug 15, 2019

Best of

*** Craft Beer Taste Test Aug 14, 2019

Best of

*** The 2019 Donut Challenge Aug 13, 2019

Best Of

Ep. 241: White Claw & Keystones Aug 12, 2019

Alex Sims from WLNS channel 6 joins the Rube as Graham is off "decompressing"

Ep. 240: Twitter Question Friday Aug 09, 2019

Ep. 239: Graham Finally Does the Bench Press Challenge Aug 08, 2019

Ep. 238: What is Your Favorite College Football Season? Aug 07, 2019

Ep. 237: Twitter Tuesday; Michigan State Media Day recap Aug 06, 2019

Ep. 236: Michigan State Media Days; Jason is Back Aug 05, 2019

Ep. 235: Twitter Questions Friday Aug 02, 2019

Jason and Johnny Galecki Making Friends

Ep. 234: MSU Football Stretching and Calisthenics Begin Aug 01, 2019

Ep. 233: Moneyball; Baseball Brawl and MSU Football Jul 31, 2019

Ep. 232: Twitter Question Tuesday Jul 30, 2019

Ep. 231: What's the Maddest You've Been Playing or Watching a Sport? Jul 29, 2019

Ep. 230: Twitter Question Friday Jul 26, 2019

Ep. 229: What is the Reason You Don't Go to More Games? Jul 25, 2019

Ep. 228: Huuuump Daaaay Jul 24, 2019

Ep. 227: Graham in Milwaukee; Twitter Questions Jul 23, 2019

Ep. 226: Monday Overreaction and Alex Sims in Studio Jul 22, 2019

Ep. 225: Big Ten Media Days Friday Jul 19, 2019

Ep. 224: Big Ten Media Days - Day One Jul 18, 2019

Ep. 223: Big Ten Predictions and Trevor Darnell from South Point Sports Book Jul 17, 2019

Ep. 222: Should Izzo Get a Lifetime Contract? Jul 17, 2019

Ep. 221: Twitter Question Tuesday Jul 16, 2019

Ep. 220: Will Graham play at Moneyball? Jul 15, 2019

Ep. 219: Twitter Question Friday Jul 12, 2019

Ep. 218: NBA Free Agency Jul 11, 2019

Guest: James Edwards III

Ep. 217: Moneyball Update and Rapinoe Speech Jul 10, 2019

Ep. 216: Twitter Question Tuesday Jul 09, 2019

Ep. 215: Overreaction Monday Jul 08, 2019

Ep. 214: Fireworks!! Jul 03, 2019

Ep. 213: Twitter Question Tuesday Jul 02, 2019

Ep. 212: NBA Free Agency Overreaction Jul 01, 2019

Ep. 211: Twitter Question Friday Jun 28, 2019

Ep. 210: Do You Care About the PGA Being in Detroit? Jun 27, 2019

Ep. 209: Hump Day Jun 26, 2019

Ep. 208: Twitter Question Tuesday Jun 25, 2019

Ep. 207: Overreaction Monday Jun 24, 2019

Ep. 206: NBA Draft; Will an MSU or Michigan Player Get Drafted? Jun 20, 2019

Ep. 205: NBA Draft and MSU Jun 19, 2019

Ep. 204: Graham and Jason Fight; Twitter Questions Jun 18, 2019

Ep. 203: Overreaction Monday; Joe Rexrode is Cooler than Couch Jun 17, 2019

Ep. 202: Graham Tells More Stories About His Athletic Career; Twitter Questions Jun 14, 2019

Ep. 201: NBA Finals; Blues Win Jun 13, 2019

Ep. 200: Major Show Announcment Jun 12, 2019

Guest: Dan Kilbridge live from the US Open

Ep. 199: NBA Finals Overreaction; Twitter Questions Jun 11, 2019

Ep. 198: Overreaction Monday Jun 10, 2019

Ep. 197: Donut and Keystone Challange Jun 07, 2019

Ep. 196: Raptors Win; Should Pete Rose be in the HOF? Jun 06, 2019

Ep. 195: Miggy Hits a Grand Slam... Do You Care? Jun 05, 2019

Ep. 194: The Rube is Back; Twitter Questions Jun 04, 2019

Ep. 193: Overreaction Monday Jun 03, 2019

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, YouTube & Facebook Live.
The idea of “Couch and The Rube” is to create a fun, engaging, sometimes thought-provoking all-in-one radio and podcast experience for the Michigan State, Michigan and Detroit sports fan whose assorted interests also might include the outrageous national story, sports gambling and life’s relatable predicaments.
Hosts Graham Couch, sports columnist at the Lansing State Journal, and Jason Knick, “The Rube,” bring you two hours a day of the topics and stories that grab you — often with your input and through insightful interviews with those who know the stories best. They hope you'll be part of their conversation.
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30
FB: CouchandTheRube

Ep. 192: Juwan Howard; MSU Schedule May 31, 2019

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, YouTube & Facebook Live.
The idea of “Couch and The Rube” is to create a fun, engaging, sometimes thought-provoking all-in-one radio and podcast experience for the Michigan State, Michigan and Detroit sports fan whose assorted interests also might include the outrageous national story, sports gambling and life’s relatable predicaments.
Hosts Graham Couch, sports columnist at the Lansing State Journal, and Jason Knick, “The Rube,” bring you two hours a day of the topics and stories that grab you — often with your input and through insightful interviews with those who know the stories best. They hope you'll be part of their conversation.
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30
FB: CouchandTheRube

Ep. 191: From East Lansing to Ann Arbor May 30, 2019

Ep. 190: MSU Lands Joey Hauser; NBA Finals; Tigers Win May 29, 2019

Ep. 189: Overraction Tuesday; Twitter Questions May 28, 2019

* Peter Vecsey, NBA Columnist and Analyst May 24, 2019

Ep. 188: Twitter Questions May 24, 2019

Guests:
Peter Vecsey, NBA sports columnist and anlayst
James Edwards, Detroit Pistons beat writer for The Athletic

Ep. 187: When Couch Is Away, The Rube Will Play May 23, 2019

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on Spreaker, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, YouTube & Facebook Live
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30

Ep. 186: Hump Day May 22, 2019

Ep. 185: Tuesday Twitter Questions May 21, 2019

Ep. 184: Overreaction Monday May 20, 2019

Ep. 183: MSU Says No to Beer at Games; Twitter Questions May 17, 2019

Ep. 182: LJ Scott Quits Football; Verlander is Sad May 16, 2019

Ep. 181: NBA lottery May 15, 2019

Guests:
Brendan Quinn
Trevor Darnell

Ep. 180: Zion and Beilien?; Twitter Questions May 14, 2019

Ep. 179: Beilein Leaves Michigan May 13, 2019

Ep. 178: Twitter Questions; NBA Playoffs May 10, 2019

Ep. 177: NBA Playoffs; Nick Ward Coming Back? May 09, 2019

Ep. 176: Hump Day May 08, 2019

Ep. 175: Dantonio a Top 10 Coach? Twitter Questions May 07, 2019

Ep. 174: Overreaction Monday May 06, 2019

Ep. 173: Twitter Questions May 03, 2019

Guests:
Shawn Windsor
James Edwards

Ep. 172: NBA Playoffs; Is Harper Overrated? May 02, 2019

Ep. 171: Hockenson Breakdown; Do You Care About the Kentucky Derby? May 01, 2019

Ep. 170: NBA Playoffs; NFL; Twitter questions Apr 30, 2019

Ep. 169: Overreaction Monday Apr 29, 2019

Ep. 168: *%*&^*%&$## The Lions Apr 26, 2019

Ep. 167: NFL Draft; Lions Trade Down? Apr 25, 2019

Ep. 166: What's Your Favorite Late Night Sports Memory? Apr 24, 2019

Ep. 165: Pistons Eliminated; Twitter Questions Apr 23, 2019

Ep. 164: Weekend Overreactions; Lions Draft Apr 22, 2019

Guest:
Dave Birkett

Ep. 163: Yzerman is Back; Twitter Questions Apr 19, 2019

Ep. 162: Who is Your Favorite Recruit? Drummond's Empty Stats Apr 18, 2019

Ep. 161: Rocket Watts Signs with MSU; Bucket List Apr 17, 2019

Ep. 160: Hungover Tuesday Apr 16, 2019

Ep. 159: Tiger Woods Overreaction Monday Apr 15, 2019

Ep. 158: Pistons, Masters and Twitter questions Apr 12, 2019

Ep. 157: Pistons Make the Playoffs; Izzo Presser; Spring Football Apr 11, 2019

Ep. 156: Masters; Pistons; Magic quits Apr 10, 2019

Ep. 155: National Championship Reaction; Twitter Questions Apr 09, 2019

Ep. 154: Overreaction Monday Apr 08, 2019

Ep. 153: Final 4 Preview and Twitter Questions Apr 05, 2019

Ep. 152: Graham is Live in Minnesota Apr 04, 2019

Ep. 151: Final 4 Apr 03, 2019

Guests: Rick Carter & Jonny Oddsshark

Ep. 150: Overreaction Monday Apr 01, 2019

Ep. 149: MSU vs Duke Special Mar 31, 2019

Ep. 148: Graham Live in D.C.; UM Loses Mar 29, 2019

Ep. 147: Graham in DC; Gambling Talk Mar 28, 2019

Guest: Jonny Oddshark

Ep. 146: Rube Takeover Mar 28, 2019

Ep. 145: MSU vs LSU Preview; Tim Miles Tribute Mar 27, 2019

Ep. 144: Shawn Windsor & Twitter Questions Mar 26, 2019

Ep. 143: Monday Overreaction Mar 25, 2019

Ep. 142: Friday Overreaction Mar 22, 2019

Ep. 141: The NCAA Tournament is Here! Mar 21, 2019

Ep. 140: Graham in Des Moines; Jason is Back Mar 20, 2019

Ep. 139: Tuesday Questions Mar 19, 2019

Ep. 138: Overreaction Monday Mar 18, 2019

Guest: Shawn Windsor

Ep. 137: Live from Big Ten Tournament Mar 15, 2019

Ep. 136 Mar 14, 2019

Ep. 135 Mar 13, 2019

Ep. 134: NFL Free Agency Mar 12, 2019

Guest: Brendan Quinn and Trevor Darnell

Ep. 133: Monday Overreaction Mar 11, 2019

Ep. 132: MSU vs Michigan; Rick Carter Mar 08, 2019

Ep. 131: MSU vs Michigan Mar 07, 2019

Guest: Shawn Windsor

Ep. 130: MSU Wins; Purdue Chokes Mar 06, 2019

Ep. 129: MSU Nebraska; Twitter Questions Mar 05, 2019

Ep. 128: Monday Overreaction Mar 04, 2019

Ep. 127: MSU vs Indiana Preview; Twitter Questions Mar 01, 2019

Ep. 126 Feb 28, 2019

Ep. 125: Big Ten Hoops; Gambling Losses and More Feb 27, 2019

Ep. 124: Izzo Presser; Twitter Questions Feb 26, 2019

Ep. 123: Overreaction Monday Feb 25, 2019

Ep. 122: Michigan vs Michigan State; Twitter Questions Feb 22, 2019

Ep. 121: MSU Wins Without Ward; Duke Gets Waxed Feb 21, 2019

Ep. 120: Hump Daaaaaay; MSU Rutgers Feb 20, 2019

Ep. 119: Twitter Question Tuesday Feb 19, 2019

Ep. 118: Overreaction Monday; Ward Out For Awhile Feb 18, 2019

Ep. 117: Twitter Question Friday Feb 15, 2019

Ep. 116 Feb 14, 2019

Ep. 115: MSU Beats Wisconsin; Michigan Loses Feb 13, 2019

Ep. 114: From Chicago to Madison Feb 12, 2019

Ep. 113: Overraction Monday Feb 11, 2019

Ep. 112: MSU v Minny Preview; Twitter Questions Feb 08, 2019

Ep. 111: Kevin Durant is Unhappy With the Media; College Hoops Feb 07, 2019

Ep. 110: MSU vs Illinois Reaction Feb 06, 2019

Ep. 109: MSU vs Illinois Preview; Twitter Questions Feb 05, 2019

Ep. 108: Monday Overreaction Feb 04, 2019

Ep. 107: Super Bowl Bets and MSU vs Indiana Preview Feb 01, 2019

Ep. 106: Langford Out; Super Bowl Props Jan 31, 2019

Guest: Jonny Oddshark

Ep. 105: Izzo Presser; College Hoops and More Jan 30, 2019

Ep. 104 Jan 29, 2019

Ep. 103: MSU Beats Iowa; Twitter Questions and Super Bowl Props Jan 25, 2019

Ep. 102: MSU vs Iowa Preview; Super Bowl Prop Bets Jan 24, 2019

Ep. 101: Hump Day Jan 23, 2019

Ep. 100: MSU Beats the Terps and Twitter Questions Jan 22, 2019

Ep. 99: Overreaction Monday Jan 21, 2019

Ep. 98: MSU vs Nebraska Overreaction Jan 18, 2019

Ep. 97: New Lions OC, MSU Hoops and NFL Picks Jan 17, 2019

Ep. 96 Jan 16, 2019

Ep. 95: Duke Loses, NFL Playoffs, Twitter Questions Jan 15, 2019

Ep. 94: MSU Hoops, NFL Playoffs, Gambling Jan 14, 2019

Ep. 93: Dantonio Shakes Up the Staff; Twitter Questions Jan 11, 2019

Ep. 92: NFL Playoffs, Gambling, The Pistons Stink Jan 10, 2019

Ep. 91 Jan 09, 2019

Ep. 90: Bama Got Their Asses Kicked; MSU vs Purdue Jan 08, 2019

Ep. 89: MSU Hoops, CFP, NFL Playoffs Jan 07, 2019

Ep. 88: Twitter Questions; Gambling Jan 04, 2019

Ep. 87: MSU Hoops and Gambling Jan 03, 2019

Ep. 86: GTFO Jim Bob Jan 02, 2019

Ep. 85: Redbox Bowl Overreaction Jan 01, 2019

Ep. 84: Redbox Bowl Pregame Show Dec 31, 2018

Ep. 83 Dec 28, 2018

Ep. 82: Gambling, MSU Hoops and Football Dec 27, 2018

Ep. 81: Day After Xmas Overreaction Dec 26, 2018

Ep. 80: Holiday Special Dec 24, 2018

Ep. 79: Twitter Questions Dec 21, 2018

Guest:
Brendan Quinn

Ep. 78 Dec 20, 2018

Ep. 77: Recruiting, CFB Playoffs Dec 19, 2018

Ep. 76 Dec 18, 2018

Ep. 75: Overreaction Monday Dec 17, 2018

Ep. 74: Twitter Questions Dec 14, 2018

Ep. 73 Dec 13, 2018

Ep. 72: Joe Rexrode and Jason's call to Harry Caray from 20 years ago Dec 12, 2018

Ep. 71: Graham's AP Vote; Twitter questions Dec 11, 2018

Ep. 70: Overreaction Monday Dec 10, 2018

Ep. 69: Gambling; Twitter Questions Dec 07, 2018

Ep. 68: Vernon Carey Decision; LJ Scott Leaves Dec 06, 2018

Ep. 67 Dec 05, 2018

Ep. 66 Dec 04, 2018

Ep. 65: Overreaction Monday Dec 03, 2018

Ep. 64: Gambling; MSU vs Rutgers Preview Nov 30, 2018

Ep. 63: Lions, Rams and Tiger, Oh My! Nov 29, 2018

Ep. 62: Graham Live in Louisville Nov 28, 2018

Ep. 61 Nov 27, 2018

Ep. 60: Overreaction Monday Nov 26, 2018

Ep. 59: Black Friday Special Nov 23, 2018

Ep. 58: Thanksgiving Special Nov 21, 2018

Ep. 57: Day Before Thanksgiving Fiesta Nov 21, 2018

Ep. 56: Rubeless Couch Nov 20, 2018

Ep. 55: Overreaction Monday Nov 19, 2018

Ep. 54: Craft Beer Taste Test; Twitter questions Nov 16, 2018

Ep. 53: Gambling Show Nov 15, 2018

Ep. 52 Nov 14, 2018

Ep. 51 Nov 13, 2018

Ep. 50: Overreaction Monday Nov 12, 2018

Ep. 49 Nov 09, 2018

Ep. 48: Gambling Show Nov 08, 2018

Ep. 47: MSU vs Kansas Reaction; CFP talk Nov 07, 2018

Ep. 46: MSU Hoops; Twitter questions Nov 06, 2018

Ep. 45: Overreaction Monday Nov 05, 2018

Ep. 44 Nov 02, 2018

Ep. 43 Nov 01, 2018

Ep. 42 Oct 31, 2018

Ep. 41 Oct 30, 2018

Ep. 40: Overreaction Monday Oct 29, 2018

Ep. 39 Oct 26, 2018

Ep. 38: Gambling Oct 25, 2018

Ep. 37 Oct 24, 2018

Ep. 36 Oct 23, 2018

Ep. 35: Overreaction Monday Oct 22, 2018

Michigan vs Michigan reaction; Big win for the Lions and Harbaugh calls Michigan State out for being "bush league"

Ep. 34 Oct 19, 2018

Ep. 33: Gambling Oct 18, 2018

Ep. 32 Oct 17, 2018

Ep. 31 Oct 16, 2018

Ep. 30: Overreaction Monday Oct 15, 2018

Ep. 29: Izzo, Football and Gambling Oct 12, 2018

Ep. 28: Gambling Thursday Oct 11, 2018

Ep. 27 Oct 10, 2018

Ep. 26 Oct 09, 2018

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on Spreaker, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, YouTube & Facebook Live
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30

Ep. 25: Overreaction Monday Oct 08, 2018

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on Spreaker, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, YouTube & Facebook Live
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30

Ep. 24 Oct 05, 2018

Ep. 23: Gambling Oct 04, 2018

Ep. 22 Oct 03, 2018

Ep. 21:Monday Overreaction Oct 03, 2018

Ep. 20: Hour Two Oct 02, 2018

Ep. 20: Hour One Oct 02, 2018

Ep. 19: Overreaction Monday Oct 01, 2018

Ep. 18 Sep 28, 2018

Ep. 17 Sep 27, 2018

Ep. 16 Sep 26, 2018

Ep. 15 Sep 25, 2018

Ep. 14 Sep 24, 2018

Ep. 13 Sep 21, 2018

Ep. 12 Sep 20, 2018

Ep. 11 Sep 19, 2018

Ep. 10 Sep 18, 2018

Ep. 9: Overreaction Monday Sep 17, 2018

Ep. 8 Sep 14, 2018

Ep. 7: Pick Football Games and Win Sep 13, 2018

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on Spreaker, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, YouTube & Facebook Live
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30

Ep. 6: Wacky Wednesday Sep 12, 2018

Ep. 5: The Lions Suck Sep 11, 2018

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on Spreaker, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, YouTube & Facebook Live
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30

Ep. 4 Sep 10, 2018

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on Spreaker, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, YouTube & Facebook Live
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30

Ep. 3: NCAA Football Sep 07, 2018

Guests:
Lisa Byington
Shawn Windsor

Ep. 2: Sports Gambling; MSU vs Arizona State Sep 06, 2018

Guest:
Jon Campbell, OddShark.com

Ep. 1: Pilot Sep 05, 2018

Graham Couch and Jason Knick discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally, weekdays from 10-Noon Eastern (7-10 a.m. Pacific) on the Spotlight Radio Network + archives on Spreaker, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, YouTube & Facebook Live
CouchandTheRube.com
Twitter: @CouchandTheRube
@Graham_Couch
@JKnick30

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