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Fox Sports' John Fanta joins the show to discuss his career, the present and future of college hoops and more Jul 15, 2022

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On today's show, Fox Sports' John Fanta joins to discuss his career, how he got into broadcasting, and the present and future of Big East basketball. Among the topics the guys discuss are:

* How growing up a Cleveland sports fan, gave him the passion to pursue a sports career

* Why going to a non-traditional broadcast school was the best thing for his career

* The impact his parents had on his current success

* His early days with the Big East, and what it's like to work with some of his idols

* What's next for the league, after several new hires in the conference

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247 Sports' Josh Pate discusses his career, the growth of "Late Kick" and the 2022 college football season Jul 13, 2022

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A few days before SEC Media Days, 247 Sports Josh Pate joins the show, in an exclusive interview. He discusses the rise of his show "Late Kick," the growth of his show and thoughts on the 2022 season. Here is a full rundown of the conversation:

* Growing up around college football 365 days a year in Georgia

* His unique path in sports media

* Starting "Late Kick" nationally during a pandemic

* The growth of the show, and when he knew it'd gone "big time"

* What's next for the show

* What he is most excited about for in the 2022 college football season

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Outkick's Trey Wallace joins to discuss his career, breaking the Jeremy Pruitt story and what's next for college football Jul 11, 2022

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It's "long form" week, as with Aaron on vacation, he is joined by three friends to discuss their careers and the state of college sports in general. Today, Aaron is joined by Outkick.com's Trey Wallace, who chats about:

* The moment that he knew he wanted to be a sports writer

* The sacrifices that have to be made to have success in the industry, giving up weekends, holidays and more

* His work breaking the story that led to Jeremy Pruitt's firing at Tennessee

* How to build up sources and contacts in the industry

* What is the future of college football, and why he believes, there could be more, huge, landscape changing news soon

Also stay tuned later this week, as Aaron welcomes in 247 Sports' Josh Pate to the show and FOX's John Fanta

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The complicated next step for the Pac-12 (and Big 12), Brittney Griner, Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong Jul 08, 2022

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It's a loaded Friday show, as Aaron talks about the complicated future of the Pac-12 (and how the Big 12 fits in), then goes off on the coverage of Brittney Griner's arrest in Russia. Finally, he plays "Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong" on the college sports landscape, the NBA Draft, DJ Wagner, KD and more! Here's a full rundown:

The complicated future of the Pac-12 (4:00): Aaron opens the show by talking about the complicated future of the Pac-12. He tells you why you shouldn't believe all the reports you read this week, and also why it's hard to know exactly what's next for Oregon, Arizona and the remaining Pac-12. How does the Big 12 fit in? And who's waiting for a Big Ten invite? Aaron has the answer.

Brittney Griner (17:00): Next up, Aaron goes off on the coverage of Brittney Griner's arrest in Russia. No one is excusing Griner's behavior, but in a world where every sports reporter wants to talk politics and every athlete wants to be an advocate, why is no one standing up for Griner?

Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (28:00): Finally, Aaron wraps with America's favorite segment "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" touching on Kevin Durant, his best and worst 2022 NBA Draft predictions and is DJ Wagner actually going to end up at Kentucky. Also, thoughts on Emoni Bates, and the latest proof he's been dead right on the G-League Ignite program.

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The fallout from USC/UCLA, the next two mega-realignment moves that could shake up college sports + Emoni Bates' sad reality Jul 05, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron discusses the fallout around the Pac-12 from USC and UCLA's decision - and a surprising reaction from across the league. He also hits on the next two realignment moves that could shake up college sports, and discusses the sad fall of Emoni Bates who committed to Eastern Michigan last week.

Fallout from the USC/UCLA move (2:00): Aaron opens the show by sharing some conversations he had from across the Pac-12 this weekend. He explains why USC and UCLA are *not* worried about travel in their move to the Big Ten, and why they believe this move is only a benefit. Also, the one Pac-12 school he believes can join them in the Big Ten (hint, it's not Oregon) and if the Pac-12 can do anything to salvage the league.

The next two big realignment moves that could change college sports forever (22:00): Next, Aaron discusses what could be next in realignment. He explains why this finally might be the time for Notre Dame to join a league, and also if ACC teams are really willing to wait to make their next move - or ready to jump to the SEC and Big Ten.

A sad update on Emoni Bates (45:00): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by talking about Emoni Bates' commitment to Eastern Michigan. He explains why it's a sad fall for the former No. 1 high school basketball player in America, and another bad move by the people advising the 18-year-old Bates. Also, is Emoni still a legitimate NBA Draft prospect?

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EMERGENCY PODCAST: USC and UCLA are headed to the Big Ten- FULL REACTION on what it means for the future of college football, the Big Ten, Pac-12 and more Jun 30, 2022

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Aaron drops an emergency Thursday podcast, with full reaction to the news that USC and UCLA are leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten. Here is his full reaction:

Why this news is not shocking - and why it's all about money and stability in the future of college sports (3:00)

Why this move changes college sports forever - and is a sign that super conferences are near (10:00)

Is there a next move for the SEC? Is there a next move for the Pac-12? Or do they simply stay as they are? (14:00)

Why this is not a good day for college sports, and why this hurts, fans, the products and athletes across the sports world (21:00)

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Miami's $9 million QB, the Arch Manning effect is being felt at Texas + is it "UNC, Gonzaga and everyone else" in college hoops in 2023? Jun 29, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron discusses Miami snagging an elite QB, the NIL rumors and explains why this is the best example yet of why people in college sports are frustrated with NIL. From there he talks about how Arch Manning is *already* having an impact at Texas, and answers the question "Is it North Carolina, Gonzaga and everyone else" in college hoops in 2022-2023. Here's a full rundown:

The rumors around Miami's $9.5 million QB (2:00): Aaron opens by discussing the crazy story of four-star QB Jaden Rashada's commitment to Miami, and how his lawyer/agent may have admitted to an NCAA rules violation for taking NIL money. Is it true? What's next? And why this is the best example yet of why administrators, coaches and fans are frustrated with the state of NIL.

Arch Manning's impact being felt at Texas (23:00): Next up, Aaron discusses how, just days after committing, Arch Manning's impact is already being felt at Texas. The Longhorns had a hectic weekend full of good news, and Aaron explains why it's directly related to their five-star signal-caller.

Is it "UNC, Gonzaga and everyone else in college hoops? (36:30): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by answering a question many are asking: Are North Carolina and Gonzaga way ahead of everyone else in college hoops? Virtually every "Too Early" poll has those two at No. 1 and No. 2, but Aaron explains why he thinks college hoops could be as wide open as it's ever been next season.

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Most important Week 1 college football games, Billy Napier in over his head + Rob Dillingham commits to Kentucky and Layden Blocker to Arkansas Jun 27, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron goes through the biggest and most important Week 1 college football games, and asks whether Florida coach Billy Napier is in over his head after a disastrous few weeks for the Gators. Then he talks about two big college hoops commits as five-star Rob Dillingham commits to Kentucky and four star Layden Blocker to Arkansas. Here's a full rundown:

The most important Week 1 college football games (2:30): With three weeks until SEC Media Days, Aaron rips through the most important games of Week 1. He explains why Clemson and Nebraska have something to prove, and why Utah-Florida and Cincinnati-Arkansas are bigger than you think. Plus, are we overhyping Ohio State-Notre Dame and Georgia-Oregon, and why the most important game isn't one you might think.

Is new Florida coach Billy Napier in over his head? (31:00) Next, Aaron discusses new Florida head coach Billy Napier. Napier had a tough week, losing players to the portal, issuing an "open letter" to UF fans and losing a couple key recruits. Still, as Aaron says - this is all part of the process and Gators fans need to trust Napier.

Rob Dillingham to Kentucky + Layden Blocker to Arkansas (45:30): Finally, Aaron wraps the show by discussing two mega college hoops commits. He explains why five-star guard Rob Dillingham is exactly what Kentucky needs and why four-star guard Layden Blocker is proof that Arkansas basketball is built for the long haul

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FULL NBA Draft reaction, Arch Manning commits to Texas + Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong - all time best and worst NBA Draft takes! Jun 24, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron reacts to the 2022 NBA Draft, sharing his thoughts on the best picks, worst picks and much more. From there he reacts to Arch Manning committing to Texas, and what it means for the Longhorns and Steve Sarkisian. Finally, he plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" giving his all-time best and worst NBA Draft takes:

Full reaction to the NBA Draft (2:30): Aaron opens the show with full reaction to the NBA Draft. He explains why he actually agrees with most of the top picks, why there were no egregious misses, but the one Top 10 pick he totally agrees with. Then he rips through the rest of the best first round picks, and the second round steals that he absolutely loves.

Arch Manning commits to Texas (34:00): Next up, Aaron reacts to the mega-news, as Arch Manning has committed to Texas. He explains why the news isn't surprising, what it means for Texas, and why it has zero impact on Quinn Ewers. Also, Aaron explains why this one move is either going to make or break the Steve Sarkisian era and Texas' attempts to compete in the SEC.

Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong (49:30): Finally, we wrap with "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" as he discusses his all time best and worst NBA Draft takes. Included are his initial draft thoughts on Steph Curry, Jayson Tatum and the one NBA All-Star he was dead wrong on. Also, he shares his all-time best take, not just in the NBA Draft, but in any sport.

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Louisville football's "interesting" recruiting success, is Shaedon Sharpe's draft stock falling + NBA Draft deep dive with Zac Krull Jun 22, 2022

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On today's show, Aaron talks about Louisville football's sudden success in recruiting (and whether they'll be covered the same as Texas A&M). Also, he discusses whether Shaedon Sharpe's draft stock is tumbling after a couple of bizarre interviews. Finally, an NBA Draft deep dive with college hoops writer and friend of the show Zac Krull.

Louisville's surprise recruiting success (2:30): Aaron opens the show by discussing Louisville football's surprise recruiting success. After getting two five-stars in the last few weeks, including the nation's No. 1 running back, is the Cards' success all about NIL? And will they be covered the same as Texas A&M and other schools accused of taking full advantage of NIL?!

Is Shaedon Sharpe's draft stock falling (19:30): Next up, Aaron turns to the 2022 NBA Draft and asks a simple question - following several bizarre interviews, is Shaedon Sharpe's draft stock falling? How one comment from Sharpe changed the whole narrative on everything to do with him.

College hoops writer Zac Krull joins for an NBA Draft deep dive (35:00): Finally, Zac Krull, who covers college hoops for Aaron Torres Online joins the show to talk all things NBA Draft. They discuss if Jabari Smith should go No. 1 overall, whether concerns with Chet Holgmren are legit, and go through their favorite and least favorite players in this draft. Also, Aaron explains why his opinion on one star has completely flipped in the last week.

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