Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

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Alabama coach Nate Oats joins the show + how to enjoy college hoops if your team stinks! Feb 11, 2021

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Aaron debuts a new segment called "How to enjoy college hoops even if your team stinks," discusses UConn's struggles and some other stuff Wednesday. Then he welcomes in Alabama head coach Nate Oats to the show for a fun interview on his team's success and style of play

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Arkansas-Kentucky finish, WVU + Joe Lunardi joins the show! Feb 10, 2021

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It's Wednesday and we have a loaded Aaron Torres Podcast for you! Aaron discusses Tuesday night in college hoops, breaking down the Arkansas-Kentucky game, an impressive win by West Virginia and a wild meltdown by Chris Beard. Then he welcomes in "Joey Brackets," Joe Lunardi for his first ever appearance on the Aaron Torres Podcast.

Arkansas-Kentucky thoughts + credit to Bob Huggins: Aaron opens the show by discussing the most entertaining game of the night - Arkansas-Kentucky. Aaron starts with the Arkansas perspective explaining why yes, this was an important win for this team, and explaining how in this strange season, if they just keep doing what they're doing, the Hogs will make the NCAA Tournament (2:00). Then he talks Kentucky, which took another loss. He explains why fans shouldn't blame a foul call late for a loss, but also wonders if there were positives that can be taken from this victory going forward (10:00). Finally, he discusses West Virginia's win over Texas Tech, Chris Beard's meltdown and why it's time to appreciate the "coaching" that Bob Huggins has done this season (17:30).

Joe Lunardi joins the show: Next up, Aaron welcomes the legend himself, Joe Lunardi to the show, for a fun, long-form, wide-ranging interview (27:30). The two discuss the origins of bracketology, how Lunardi got started and the first time he knew it was a big deal. He also explains how much time goes into his bracket and how many adjustments go in on a day-in, day out basis as games go final. Finally, they go over some bubble teams (UConn, Indiana, Arkansas) and thoughts on the 2021 tournament in general. You don't have to be a fan of a bubble team to enjoy this interview with the man, the myth, the legend, Joey Bracketz!

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Super Bowl thoughts, UNC-Duke, Keon Johnson, does Calipari deserve *all* the blame at UK? Feb 08, 2021

Show notes

It's Monday and you know what that means, a loaded edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron shares some thoughts on the Super Bowl, before transitioning to the weekend in college hoops. He discusses Duke-UNC, Tennessee-Kentucky, Iowa and Alabama's struggles and much, much more. Here is a rundown:

Super Bowl talk: Aaron comes on immediately after the Super Bowl, sharing some thoughts on the Bucs win over the Chiefs (1:30). He explains why the Chiefs were probably due for a loss like this after coasting through the regular season and the impact that injuries on the offensive line had on Kansas City. Then he discusses the GOAT Tom Brady, and wonders why, beyond celebrating Brady, more people aren't crushing Bill Belichick for letting him leave New England.

Duke-UNC, Kentucky-Tennessee and the college hoops weekend recap: Aaron then transitions to the weekend that was in college hoops. He starts with Duke-Carolina, discussing the Tar Heels win, why they aren't on the Duke/Kentucky/Michigan State level and could be a dangerous team going forward (20:00). He then transitions to Tennessee-Kentucky: Was the emergence of Keon Johnson *finally* the spark Tennessee needed to get rolling this season (33:00)? And why, after weeks of criticizing John Calipari, Aaron realizes you can't entirely blame Calipari for all of Kentucky's struggles? He shares an interesting story to illustrated it (38:00). Finally, he wraps on Alabama and Iowa's struggles and explains why there is starting to be separation in the Big Ten (50:00).

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Did Houston duck Gonzaga, Terrence Clarke, SB pick + former UNC coach Matt Doherty joins the show Feb 04, 2021

Show notes

It's Thursday and you know what that means: An all new Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses a wild Wednesday, shares some insight on a potential Gonzaga-Houston game that didn't happen and John Calipari's comments on star freshman Terrence Clarke. Then he welcomes former UNC head coach Matt Doherty to the show for a compelling interview, and wraps with a weekend preview. Here is a full show rundown:

Wild Wednesday, Houston-Gonzaga, Terrence Clarke: Aaron opens the show by discussing a wild Wednesday in college hoops, where Villanova, Houston, Florida and Creighton all lost (3:30). He explains why seeing teams struggle makes his appreciate Gonzaga and Baylor more and says college hoops is starting to remind him of college football (7:00). He then shares some insight that will interest college hoops fans: How Houston had the chance to play Gonzaga this weekend and passed on what could've been a marquee matchup for college hoops (11:00). Finally, he discusses John Calipari's comments on freshman star Terrence Clarke - and why Calipari's comments reflect people across college hoops who wonder just how "injured" Clarke really is (17:30).

Former UNC head coach Matt Doherty joins the show: Next, Aaron has a really fun interview with former head coach Matt Doherty (24:50). Doherty discusses his playing days at Carolina, what Dean Smith was like and shares some incredible Michael Jordan stories, before transitioning to his coaching career. He discusses the depression that came with losing the Carolina job and his new book and career, which helps people overcome adversity. Finally, he gives his thoughts on this weekend's Duke-Carolina game.

Finally, Aaron returns to preview the weekend ahead, Duke-Carolina, Kentucky-Tennessee as well as the upcoming Super Bowl (1:09:00)

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Tuesday college hoops, which bluebloods actually miss the Big Dance + SEC Network's Tom Hart joins the show Feb 03, 2021

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It's Wednesday and we have a jam-packed Aaron Torres Podcast for you. Aaron recaps a wild Tuesday night in college hoops, discusses which blue bloods will actually make and miss the tournament and is joined by SEC Network's Tom Hart for a fun interview. Here is a full recap of the show:

Wild Tuesday night of college hoops + Blue Bloods on the brink: Aaron opens the show by whipping around college hoops for a fun recap of a loaded night. Aaron opens by talking about another dominant win by Baylor, and wondering: We've spent so much time talking about Gonzaga entering the tournament undefeated, but could Baylor do the same (3:00). Then from there he transitions to Tennessee, which suffered another crippling loss. Is it finally time to give up on the Vols turning the corner and becoming an elite team (13:00)? Also, how bad must it be to be an Indiana fan after another brutal loss on Tuesday (21:30)? Finally Aaron wraps by looking at the resumes of Kansas, North Carolina, Duke, Michigan State and Kentucky and asks: Which of these teams make the tournament and which don't (26:30)?

SEC Network's Tom Hart: Finally, the SEC Network's Tom Hart makes his inaugural appearance on the Aaron Torres Podcast (40:30). He discusses coming up in broadcasting and his crazy first job, before transitioning to SEC hoops. He explains just how different this season is for coaches and players, what's wrong with Kentucky (and can it be fixed) and whether what Alabama is doing is sustainable. It's a fun interview you don't want to miss!

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Kansas and Michigan State stink, Big 12-SEC Challenge Recap, Conference Tourney Opt Outs? Feb 01, 2021

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It's Monday and we've got a LOADED Aaron Torres Podcast for you. Aaron talks about the struggles of Kansas and Michigan State, recaps all the marquee games in the Big 12-SEC Challenge and explains why conference tournaments may look different this year - and why some teams might not show up at all. Here is a full rundown of the show:

Kansas and Michigan State both stink (too): After weeks of talking about how bad Duke and Kentucky are, Aaron finally discusses the other two elite programs that are really struggling: Kansas and Michigan State. Aaron explains why the FBI might have finally caught up to Kansas - and why things might only get worse from here (3:00) and then transitions to Michigan State (16:00). He explains why the Spartans are largely struggling from the same problems Duke and Kentucky are, and why he wonders if it might just be time to give up on the Spartans this season.

Big 12-SEC Challenge Recap, conference tournament opt outs?: Aaron then recaps a busy weekend in the Big 12-SEC Challenge. He discusses Texas Tech's wild win at LSU and why Mac McClung has reshaped the Red Raiders this season (36:00), why Tennessee may have finally turned a corner, and quick thoughts on the Oklahoma-Alabama and Arkansas-Oklahoma State games (40:30).

Finally, he explains why conference tournaments may look different this year, why marquee teams might opt out and why it's a problem with no easy solution for schools and the NCAA (48:30). It's a loaded Monday show - download now!

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Josh Heupel to Tennessee + Marshawn Lynch joins the show!!! Jan 28, 2021

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It's an ALL-TIME Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron welcomes "Beast Mode" Marshawn Lynch to the show!!! He also discusses Tennessee's surprising (and uninspiring) hire of Josh Heupel and previews the Big 12-SEC Challenge this weekend. Here is a full rundown of today's show:

Was Josh Heupel really the best Tennessee could do: Aaron opens the show by discussing the surprising, and somewhat underwhelming hire of Josh Heupel at Tennessee (4:30). Aaron explains why the hire could work out based on Heupel's high-scoring offense, but also explains why Heupel's success at Central Florida was less impressive than you think. He also wonders what kind of "search" new Vols AD Danny White (who came from Central Florida) actually did to get him. From there, Aaron looks at a loaded Big 12-SEC Challenge this weekend, breaking down the biggest and best games (24:00).

Marshawn Lynch joins the show: Next up, Aaron welcomes a bucket list guest to the show: Marshawn Lynch (30:00)!! The guys discuss some charity work Lynch is involved in, before transitioning to some of the highlights of his career. Included, Lynch discusses the time he stole a golf cart during a Cal football game and the famous "Beast Quake" run which was 10 years ago this week.

It was an ALL-TIME Aaron Torres Podcast, download now!

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Kentucky-Bama aftermath, Sharife Cooper, ACC Update + Saban did what? Jan 27, 2021

Show notes

It's Wednesday and you know what that means: An all new, Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses Kentucky-Bama (and where does Kentucky go from here), Bama essentially wrapping up the SEC in January, an ACC update, a Pac-12 update and a wild move by Nick Saban that not enough people are talking about. Here is a rundown of today's show:

Kentucky's missed opportunity, Bama and more: Aaron opens the show by talking about Kentucky's mega showdown with Alabama on Tuesday and the Wildcats' missed opportunity (4:00). Aaron discusses what went wrong for the Cats and whether anything is fixable or is this just the Wildcats team for all of 2021? He then discusses Sharife Cooper at Auburn, Alabama essentially clinching the SEC at the end of January (20:00) and gives an update on the ACC where it's finally time to show love for Virginia (25:00). His final basketball topic is on the Arizona Wildcats. Whether you like Sean Miller or not, this team is one of the best stories in college hoops (34:30).

Finally, Aaron ends the show with a little bit of football, discussing an incredible move that Nick Saban pulled off this week that not enough people are talking about (43:00).

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Classless Coach K, Indiana struggles, Tennessee football update + blue blood argument Jan 25, 2021

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It's Monday and you know what that means: A loaded Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses controversial comments from both Coach K and Jerry Stackhouse and an argument with the entire Villanova fan-base over "what's a blue blood." He also hits on Indiana's struggles, Tennessee's struggles and gives an update on Tennessee football. Here is a rundown:

Classless Coach K, Stackhouse, Blue Blood Debate and more: Aaron opens the show by discussing Coach K's run in with a student reporter (4:30). While some said the comments were "no big deal" Aaron explains why they were classless, unnecessary and again, reflective of a coach that doesn't want to coach a season. He then discusses Jerry Stackhouse's own controversial comments (21:00) and an argument Aaron got into with the entire Villanova fan-base when he refused to acknowledge them as a "blueblood" (28:00).

Indiana struggles, Tennessee and more: From there, he also discusses another Indiana loss and why he understands the frustration of the fan-base (38:00), wonders what's wrong with Tennessee hoops after a second straight loss (46:00) and discusses the future of Tennessee football now that they've hired a new coach (57:30).

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Larry Scott out, UK/Duke not going to the tourney, Bama hoops rolls + Baylor star Macio Teague joins the show Jan 21, 2021

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It's Thursday and we've got a loaded Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron talks about the firing of Larry Scott and what's next for the Pac-12, the fact that we are about to see an NCAA Tournament without Duke and Kentucky and Alabama hoops' dominance in the SEC. Then, he is joined for a fun interview with a star of one of college basketball's best teams, Baylor's MaCio Teague. Here is a full rundown of the show:

Larry Scott fired, UK/Duke done, Bama basketball rolls: Aaron opens the show with the breaking news that Larry Scott is out as Pac-12 commissioner (3:30). He goes through the laundry list of issues the league has dealt with under Scott, from 9am games, to the Pac-12 Network to the teams stinking and explains what needs to happen for the league to become relevant again. He then recaps college hoops, where he explains how, after losses by Duke and Kentucky this week, it's time to accept that neither is going to the NCAA Tournament (21:00). Finally, he circles back on the Alabama basketball program, which crushed LSU and is looking like a legit national title contender (34:00).

Baylor star MaCio Teague joins the show: Next up, Aaron is joined by one of the stars, on one of the hottest teams in college basketball: Baylor's MaCio Teague (45:30). The guys discuss Baylor's incredible start, whether they're actually flying under the radar at 13-0 and the start and stop nature of the season. Then Teague described what happened behind the scenes when the Baylor-Gonzaga game was cancelled, and whether the Bears are extra motivated to try and play the Zags down the road in March.

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