March Madness 365: MBB with Andy Katz

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South Carolina's Frank Martin and Jarrett Culver from Texas Tech Jan 15, 2019

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South Carolina head coach Frank Martin believes it takes age and experience in addition to truly special talent to make it to the Final Four, and hopes that's where South Carolina is headed after an exceptional start to SEC conference play despite a rocky preseason and early non-conference performance. He explains how South Carolina has grown as a program and developed its culture in the 7 years since he became coach, and also addresses his expectations for Chris Silva, last year's Co-Defensive Player Of The Year. Then Jarrett Culver from the Texas Tech Red Raiders joins to speak to why everyone but the Red Raiders and Coach Chris Beard are surprised by the team's incredible start to the season! He also shares team goals, tournament goals, and Texas Tech's ability to legitimately challenge Kansas in the Big 12.

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UCLA Interim Head Coach Murry Bartow and Virginia's Braxton Key Jan 07, 2019

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Murry Bartow is the new UCLA interim head coach and explains what it means to him to land the job 7 years to the day after his father (and former UCLA head coach) Gene Bartow's passing. He speaks to his dad's coaching tenure following the great John Wooden and Gene's relationship with Coach Wooden. Murry also talks about what it's like replacing good friend Steve Alford, the changes he's making to the team's culture and playing style, and how he views the Pac12 as a conference this season. Then Virginia's Braxton Key joins to talk about transferring from Alabama, making an immediate impact at Virginia, learning the offense and defense, and his relationship with Coach Tony Bennett. Plus, Andy breaks down UCLA's coaching search and runs through potential candidates for the job.

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Tennessee's Rick Barnes and NC State's Kevin Keatts Jan 01, 2019

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Tennessee is a consistent Top 5 team, and coach Rick Barnes tells Andy what's changed since their early loss to Kansas. He breaks down strengths and weaknesses and speaks to the big contributions from Grant Williams and Admiral Schofield. And NC State is one of the surprise teams of the country, but not to head coach Kevin Keatts. He explains what's working, his schedule strategy, and why he refuses to compare NC State to Duke and Carolina. Plus, Andy breaks down the UCLA Bruins coaching change and who might be in line to take over the struggling program on a permanent basis.

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Old Dominion's Jeff Jones and Purdue's Carsen Edwards Dec 24, 2018

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Old Dominion Head Coach Jeff Jones shares his battle with prostate cancer, and explains why he and his family felt it was important to make his diagnosis public. Jeff also speaks to his current prognosis, and how basketball is helping his daily fight. And he weighs in on ODU's NCAA Tournament hopes, the talent they face in their conference, and B.J. Stith! Then Purdue's Carsen Edwards joins to talk about the improvements he needs to make in his own game, Purdue's tournament goals, and what it means to be a possible Player Of The Year candidate. Plus, Andy's Team and Player Of The Week!

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Gonzaga's Killian Tillie and Nevada's Eric Musselman Dec 18, 2018

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Gonzaga is missing Killian Tillie, and he gives Andy an update on his injury recovery and expected return. He also talks about what happened during warm ups at the Florida State game, and his hopes for a Final Four appearance this season. Then University of Nevada head coach Eric Musselman weighs in on his team's Top 5 status, what vets like the Martin Twins and Jordan Caroline bring to the line-up, and the results they're seeing from Tre'Shawn Thurman. He also speaks to his coaching philosophy and strategy to get back to the NCAA tournament.

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Vanderbilt's Bryce Drew, Mike Daum of South Dakota State, and Kentucky's Reid Travis Dec 11, 2018

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Andy breaks down his current Power 36 rankings, and explains why Kansas is not his number 1. Also, Vanderbilt just lost one of the best point guards in the country in Darius Garland due a knee injury. Coach Bryce Drew explains how the team's adjusting to the loss, and what Vanderbilt's doing to support Darius and his family. Coach Drew then sheds some light on what Darius' future may hold be it a return to Vanderbilt or a potential draft move. And South Dakota's Mike Daum, one of the best scorers in the country, talks about South Dakota State's season and bid for an NCCA tournament slot. And finally, Reid Travis from Kentucky weighs in on adapting to his new program and team after transferring from Stanford, and how he hopes playing for Kentucky will improve his NBA draft chances.

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Buffalo's Nate Oats and St. John's Shamorie Ponds Dec 04, 2018

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Buffalo Bulls Head Coach Nate Oats speaks to his team's recent trip to Belfast, and their quest for a bid to the NCAA Tournament. He talks about what it's like being a regular, consistent contender, and the expectations placed on the team. Then "Big East Player Of The Week" Shamorie Ponds from St. John's checks in about their recent Rutgers win, being a contender for "Big East Player Of The Year," and why he's looking forward to taking on Duke! Andy also breaks down his Power 36 and the big movers and shakers of the week.

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Texas Tech's Chris Beard, Arizona State's Bobby Hurley, and Luke Maye from North Carolina Nov 27, 2018

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Texas Tech Head Coach Chris Beard checks in on his team's big win over Nebraska, their surprising (or not so surprising) start to the season, taking on Duke, and the Big 12's non-conference play overall. He also breakdowns his returners including Jarret Culver and Brandone Francis. Arizona State Head Coach Bobby Hurley shares thoughts on his team's strengths and weaknesses, the Pac12 non-conference play so far, mindfulness and zen, and why the Pac12 is a perfect fit for him as a coach. And North Carolina's Luke Maye explains why he's impressed with the freshman on his team, and what it means to be a First Team All American.

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University of Tennessee's Grant Williams andTom Satkowiak, Pepperdine's Lorenzo Romar, and Mike DeCourcy of Sporting News Nov 20, 2018

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It's Thanksgiving week, and University of Tennessee Sports Information Director, Tom Satkowiak says he has so much for which he's grateful, including the liver he received on October 18th. Tom speaks about the disease that led to his recent liver transplant, the journey to Nashville to undergo surgery, and the subsequent recovery that already has him back at work and traveling with the Vols! And co-SEC Player of the Year, Grant Williams, from the Volunteers talks about Tom Satkowiak and what he means to the Tennessee student athletes and fans. He also offers insight into the team's strengths and weaknesses, and goals for the season. Then Pepperdine Head Coach Lorenzo Romar checks in to offer thanks that the students, faculty, and staff at Pepperdine are all safe in light of the fires in Malibu. He updates the status of campus, the team, and the Malibu community. And finally, Andy is joined by Mike DeCourcy from The Sporting News and Big 10 Network to discuss the national scene in college basketball.

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Syracuse's Tyus Battle, Marquette Head Coach Steve Wojciechowski, ESPN's Fran Faschilla, and Andy's New #1 on the Power 36 Nov 13, 2018

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Andy's Power 36 is out and there is a new #1! Andy breaks down the movers and shakers and his reasoning behind the new lineup. Andy also welcomes ESPN College Basketball analyst Fran Faschilla to recap the first week of the season, and preview this week's upcoming games, including the 2K Classic... which is where Syracuse's Tyus Battle will be playing! They're taking on Yukon at the Garden and Tyus explains what the rivalry and this tournament mean for Syracuse. He also shares an update on how Coach Jim Boeheim's son, Buddy, is fitting into the system and culture at Syracuse. And Marquette head coach Steve Wojciechowski checks in to preview his team's upcoming appearance at the Gavitt Games and why they're looking forward to taking on Indiana!

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