Blue Devil Beat

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No. 1 and Done Dec 03, 2021

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Host Max Rego, along with Alex Jackson, discuss a hectic week for the Blue Devils. They talk the thrilling win over Gonzaga followed by the tight loss to Ohio State. They finish with some rapid fire questions, where they talk Banchero, Moore and AJ Griffin.

Recorded December 2, 2021

Producer: Max Rego

Week Two Recap Nov 22, 2021

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Host Max Rego is joined by sports editor Jake Piazza for this week's episode. They first report on the recent DWI-related charges for Michael Savarino and Paolo Banchero, and Savarino subsequently being away from the team.

After that, they talk about the week on the court for Duke. It has not been the most difficult slate for the Blue Devils besides the Kentucky matchup, but Duke is 5-0 nonetheless. Lots to talk about, including AJ Griffin's Friday night breakout and the impressive performances on the defensive end.

Recorded November 21, 2021

Producer: Max Rego

Peaks and Valleys Nov 15, 2021

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Host Max Rego, along with fellow men's basketball beats Jonathan Levitan and Micah Hurewitz, break down the Blue Devils' 3-0 start to the season. They talk the usage of a small-ball lineup (5:53) against Campbell due to Mark Williams' struggles, the season-opening Kentucky win (24:57), Wendell Moore Jr.'s triple double (39:27) and of course, a whole lot of Paolo Banchero. Long podcast today, but make sure to stay tuned until the end.

Recorded November 14, 2021

Producer: Max Rego

Raining Cats and Devils Nov 08, 2021

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At long last, college basketball is on the horizon. Host Max Rego is joined by features editor and men's basketball beat Alex Jackson to preview Duke's matchup with Kentucky on Tuesday night. Tune in for key players to look out for, score predictions and some general college basketball picks near the end.

Recorded November 7, 2021

Producer: Max Rego

Looking Forward and Back with Chris Spatola Oct 20, 2021

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Guest podcast! Host Max Rego chats with ESPN college basketball analyst and SiriusXM host Chris Spatola about a bunch of topics on another preseason edition of the pod. Chris talks about his relationship with Coach K, joining Duke's staff in the late 2000s and the Blue Devils' upcoming campaign. Many thanks to Chris for joining.

Recorded October 19, 2021

Producer: Max Rego

A-Lively and Well Sep 23, 2021

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Host Max Rego, along with Evan Kolin and Shane Smith, react to five-star 2022 center Dereck Lively II committing to the Blue Devils in a statement recruiting victory for incoming head coach Jon Scheyer. They talk about what it means for the program in the post-Coach K recruiting era, Lively's fit on the potential 2022-23 roster and more.

Recorded September 21, 2021

Producer: Max Rego

Summer Roundup Aug 10, 2021

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Host Max Rego, along with current sports editor Jake Piazza and former sports editor Evan Kolin, discuss a handful of topics on an offseason edition of the podcast. They talk about the recently released non conference schedule for Duke, the 2022 recruiting class and a whole lot more.

Recorded August 9, 2021.

Producer: Max Rego

End of an Era (The Chronicle's Duke Basketball Podcast) Jun 06, 2021

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Host Shane Smith, along with Evan Kolin and Max Rego, react to Wednesday's announcement that Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski will retire after the 2021-22 season. They run through Coach K's career, including his first few seasons at Duke, his greatest accomplishments and more.

Recorded June 2, 2021

Producer: Max Rego

Tourney Bound? (The Chronicle's Duke Basketball Podcast) Feb 21, 2021

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Hosts Derek Saul and Shane Smith discuss Duke's potentially season-altering win over No. 7 Virginia, life after Jalen Johnson for the Blue Devils and what they expect the last month of the season to look like for Duke.

Recorded February 21, 2021.

Producer: Derek Saul

Can Duke Turn it Around? (The Chronicle's Duke Basketball Podcast) Feb 14, 2021

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Hosts Derek Saul and Shane Smith are joined by fellow beat writer Max Rego to discuss Duke's rollercoaster last two weeks, Jalen Johnson's fluctuating role and the Blue Devils' dwindling NCAA tournament odds.

Recorded February 14, 2021.

Producer: Derek Saul

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