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Winning Week Sep 02, 2025

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SVP and Stanford Steve recap the CFB games from Sunday and Monday and look ahead to Week 1 in the NFL. What happened in Chapel Bill?!? Plus optimism for Notre Dame and Carson Beck proving some doubters wrong so far. The guys later discuss their favorite storylines entering Week 1 of the NFL season, including various backfields with question marks, their favorite games of the week and more. Finally, the kids are back to school and SVP tells all about NFL Classic: After Further Review on VICE w/ Kyle Brandt. | SVPod

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Haboob Aug 31, 2025

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SVP and Stanford Steve recap an action-packed first week of the college football season. The guys start by discussing LSU’s big win over Clemson and all that went into Brian Kelly’s first season-opening victory at LSU. The guys then break down Florida State’s stunner over Alabama, including how satisfying the win must’ve been for Nole faithful and then where the Tide go from here. Additionally, the guys hit on all angles of Ohio State’s win over Texas before getting into how amazing the team effort was to pay tribute to Coach Corso in his final episode. Finally, some storylines from Tennessee’s win, UTSA’s cover and more. | SVPod

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Pints & Paint Aug 26, 2025

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SVP and Stanford Steve give a lengthy look ahead to Week 1 of the college football season, discussing Texas @ Ohio State, Notre Dame @ Miami, Alabama @ Florida State, Auburn @ Baylor and more. Plus, the guys recap Week 0, discuss Tommy Fleetwood's FedEx Cup win, the latest Shedeur Sanders discourse and preseason news and more. | SVPod

(0:00) Intro

(0:35) SC w/ SVP is headed to New York!

(3:15) Week 0 recap

(12:03) CFB Week 1 preview - we made it

(16:46) Texas @ Ohio State preview

(22:43) More Week 1 preview

(26:48) Fall is an incredible time

(34:18) Alabama @ Florida State preview

(38:48) Hidden Week 1 gems

(46:55) Tommy Fleetwood FedEx Cup reaction

(57:33) Terry McLaurin extension reaction

(59:22) Bengals & Hendrickson agree to 1-year contract

(1:01:09) Fantasy prep is heating up

(1:02:54) Thoughts on the latest Shedeur discourse

(1:06:48) SVP didn’t watch…

(1:07:27) More thoughts on the Cowboys documentary

(1:13:57) Final thoughts on the preseason

(1:14:44) Steve’s intriguing NFL note

(1:16:41) SVP’s problem w/ his sons

(1:19:00) Coming up

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Fishes and Loaves Aug 20, 2025

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SVP and Stanford Steve break down all of the biggest NFL storylines after preseason Week 2, including the drama surrounding Micah Parsons, Trey Hendrickson and Terry McLaurin. Plus, the guys share their thoughts on the Colts QB battle decision and what’s next for Anthony Richardson. Switching gears to college, Steve talks about a handful of programs he’s bullish on, the guys look ahead to Week 0, discuss the latest news and more. Finally, a new game ‘Did Scott watch?’ SVP has beef with Yahoo Fantasy, Steve vents about how long it takes to get the bill at restaurants and SVP has an Emmy announcement. | SVPod

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System Reset Aug 11, 2025

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SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss their biggest takeaways from Week 1 of the NFL Preseason. The guys touch on Shedeur Sanders’ superb debut but acknowledge it is still just the preseason. And where’s the coverage on Cam Ward… again?!? Plus, Steve is done with the Mets and eating for the time being, Steve defends his CFB Top 15 and the guys look back on the days of camp. | SVPod

(0:00) Intro

(0:35) Steve is done with the Mets

(2:38) Nantucket weekend recap

(15:24) Remembering camp

(20:59) NFL Preseason Week 1 Takeaways

(22:39) Thoughts on the Shedeur discourse

(27:42) More preseason reax: Keaton Mitchell, Cam Little, Tyler Warren & more

(38:25) Steve defends his CFB Top 15

(52:18) AP Preseason Poll reaction

(54:03) The people in Pittsburgh are still mad

(57:51) Food takes & accidents

(1:04:38) Steve’s got a BIG DAY tomorrow

(1:08:20) Programming Note

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One Point Jul 29, 2025

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Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve are back to discuss a wide range of preseason storylines in the NFL and college football. Plus, SVP shares a story about his daughter over-achieving at a swim meet, his dedication to CFB 26 and more. | SVPod

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Scotty Starboard Jul 22, 2025

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Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve recap Scottie Scheffler's dominant performance at Portrush and address the Tiger Woods comparisons. Are they accurate? Plus, a word on Bryson's incredible -16 three-day total, Harris English's run, Gordo's double hammer hit and more from The Open. Then, the guys get into the latest with the MLB including the All-Star game, intriguing schedules for some B1G and SEC squads and more. Finally, SVP has a merch announcement and please VOTE for SVPod to win a People's Choice Podcast Award for Best Male Hosted Podcast! | SVPod

(0:00) Intro

(0:20) SVP lost Dingle

(1:35) Scottie Scheffler is on a roll but what Tiger did was “almost impossible”

(7:55) The “process” that Nick Saban was famous for - Scottie Scheffler has

(20:05) More Open recap

(23:10) Summer content season is in full swing

(28:45) The CFB Season is almost here

(39:40) Check out the Pick Six Previews!

(42:30) SVPod is up for a People’s Choice Podcast award!

(49:20) Merch is COMING

(55:17) Thanks for watching

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Mechanical Nightmare Jul 15, 2025

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SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the Home Run Derby, MLB All-Star game, the LeBron James situation, rumors of Nick Saban's return and more. But first, SVP must share his nightmare of a travel story over the weekend, featuring several mechanical errors and ending with an unsung hero. Plus, Gordo joins to give his single & double hammers for The Open, hoping to end his rough year on a high note. Finally, Steve teaches SVP how to recruit in CFB26 and the guys end talking the upcoming Dingle Tourney in which Scott will defend his crown. | SVPod

(0:00) Intro

(1:49) SVP’s travel nightmare

(28:40) Home Run Derby recap

(33:18) MLB All-Star game question

(43:06) Saban returning to coaching?

(46:08) LeBron story interesting?

(50:53) The Open preview with Gordo

(56:28) More Open preview + Scottie’s comments

(1:03:23) Dingle Tourney is coming up

(1:07:26) How to recruit in CFB26

(1:13:20) Steve’s guys trip & lake vs. ocean

(1:20:08) SECMD talk

(1:23:15) Thanks for watching

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Simmering... Bubbling... Irate Jul 08, 2025

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Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve are back to recap July 4th weekend and look ahead to the college football season. Is Penn State the team to beat? Is Clemson's Cade Klubnik the most trustworthy QB in all of CFB? The guys are coming back from a 4th weekend at the beach with several stories to tell, including frustrating traffic, over-washed beach towels, poor beach etiquette and more. Plus, a word on Wimbledon, the MLB, SVP speaking to Maryland Basketball, Steve's trip to West Virginia and more. | SVPod

(0:00) Intro

(1:10) July 4th Weekend recap

(6:20) Firecracker Open was a disaster

(12:42) More July 4th recap

(17:16) Why do people point at menus?

(22:35) The towel situation

(26:25) Beach etiquette still isn’t great

(31:47) Coming Up

(32:30) Wimbledon update

(33:53) Steve went to WV for SportsCenter

(42:42) CFB season prep

(45:58) Is it Penn State’s year?

(51:43) Who is the most trustworthy QB in CFB?

(57:34) Notre Dame’s outlook

(58:34) Check out Pick Six Previews!

(59:20) Steve’s CFB26 CFP teams

(1:01:17) MLB update

(1:03:40) NBA Summer League or USMNT?

(1:05:20) SVP spoke to Maryland Basketball

(1:09:48) Elevator slob was awesome

(1:10:22) Auburn 2025 Outlook

(1:12:25) Thanks for watching

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Stay in the Fight Jun 23, 2025

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SVP and Stanford Steve break down an unforgettable NBA Finals - celebrating the Oklahoma City Thunder’s first-ever championship and a historic season led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They reflect on the emotional impact of Tyrese Haliburton’s Game 7 injury, ask what’s next for the Pacers, and debate whether these star injuries can be prevented. Plus, SVP’s thoughts on fixing air travel and the lost art of a normal handshake. | SVPod

0:00 Intro 1:00 NBA Finals Recap: Thunder capture their first NBA title 6:17 The injury that changed everything 10:38 How the Thunder seized the moment in Game 7 13:14 Where do the Pacers go from here? 16:27 Appreciating the Pacers and Thunder historic playoff run 20:30 Are these star injuries preventable? 22:06 The historical season for SGA & crew 26:40 The current state of commercial air travel 34:18 The art of the handshake 37:11 Are grapes the most consistent fruit? 42:12 The beach adventures of SVP 48:52 Coastal Carolina coach ejected from CWS finals vs. LSU 55:56 Padres, Dodgers get chippy 1:01:56 Baton Rouge is built different 1:04:22 Katie Ledecky’s Stanford commencement speech 1:18:39 Thanks for watching

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