The Longhorn Republic

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June 4, 2018 - 2019 Recruiting Preview Jun 05, 2018

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This week, Kyle and Gerald are riding high after the Texas Longhorns put up some dominating performances at the Disch this week to claim their spot in the Super Regional (3:25). Next, we continue our summer preview series, taking a look at the recruiting class of 2019 (19:15), before closing the show out by honoring Big Bertha as they bang the drum (32:34). Kyle loves seeing all of the accolades falling to current and former Texas players, while Gerald looks a the Longhorns represented on ESPN’s World Fame 100. Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 2018 - Maryland Preview May 28, 2018

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This week’s episode starts our summer season preview series, as Kyle and Gerald welcome Jared Goldstein, managing editor at Testudo Times, to discuss what Texas fans can expect from the Maryland Terrapins in 2018 (2:40). Kyle and Gerald then break down what the return of Kerwin Roach II means for the Texas rotation next season (38:54), before closing the show out by honoring Big Bertha as they bang the drum (45:20). Kyle gets excited about the guarantee of another Longhorn NBA champion, while Gerald reflects on the career of former Texas softball coach Connie Clark. Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 2018 - NCAA Postseason Preview May 21, 2018

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After predicting a conference championship a week ago, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter look at how Texas managed to turn around a rocky start to its season, and how important a NCAA Regional is to this team (2:46). Then they look at Texas’s newly-scheduled home-and-home series against the Alabama Crimson Tide, and discuss which of the big non-conference matchups they are the most excited about (19:39). As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (36:27). Kyle basks in the beauty of a burnt orange tower, while Gerald celebrates a major accomplishment for student-athletes. Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 14, 2018 - Can the Longhorns Host a Regional? May 15, 2018

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In this week’s Longhorn Republic, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter take the time to look at the Texas Longhorns’ chances to host a Regional and how they can set themselves up for a fortuitious start to the NCAA Tournament (3:13). The Texas football team picked up a major committment (11:13), from tight end Brayden Liebrock. Does this player have the capacity to be the next great Longhorn tight end. As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (21:50). Kyle is quite excited about how athletic director Chris Del Conte approaches changing the system, while Gerald tries to figure out the appeal of real turf on the football field. Please take our podcast demographic survey! Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 7, 2018 - Walkoff Grand Slam and Tre Watson Transfers May 07, 2018

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In this week’s Longhorn Republic, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter take a look at a successful week of Texas baseball, featuring a walk-off grand slam and upsetting the No. 9 Texas Tech Red Raiders. Then they look at what the addition of graduate transfer running back Tre Watson does for the ground game in 2018 (15:58), and what the committment of Courtney Ramey does for the guard position on the hardwood (24:35). As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (27:26). Kyle gives high praise to the direction of the athletic program, and Gerald gets excited about the type of person Calvin Anderson is (32:16). Please take our podcast demographic survey! Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

April 30, 2018 - NFL Draft Recap Apr 30, 2018

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In this week’s Longhorn Republic, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter look at where Connor Williams, Malik Jefferson, DeShon Elliott and Poona Ford all fit in with their new NFL teams (3:45). Next they break down what happened to the Texas baseball team after a tough weekend loss, and what they can to do to set themselves up for success in the postseason (19:30). As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (27:26). Kyle processes through a return to the rightful order of Texas schools in the NFL Draft, and Gerald takes one last opportunity to celebrate Michael Dickson. Please take our podcast demographic survey! Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

April 23, 2018 - Texas Spring Game Recap Apr 23, 2018

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In this week’s Longhorn Republic, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter break down the Texas Spring game, as they try to make sense of whether Sam Ehlinger or Shane Buechele will be the guy next year. The also look at the impact that Calvin Anderson can have on the offensive line, and how Lil’Jordan Humphrey and Collin Johnson can make a name for themselves next season. Then they applaud a great stretch of baseball from the Longhorns (45:03), and celebrate two women’s conference championships As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (50:12). Kyle celebrates the longevity of Texas’s standout freshman, while Gerald breaks down the merits of D’Onta Foreman’s argument for his brother. Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

April 16, 2018 - NFL Draft Preview with Kyle Crabbs Apr 16, 2018

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In this week’s Longhorn Republic, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter Kyle Crabbs of NTDScouting.com to look at what Texas fans should expect in the 2018 NFL Draft. Kyle gives insight on what makes Connor Williams such a special prospect, what Malik Jefferson can do to become a major contributor, and why he has Baker Mayfield as his top quarterback on the board. As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (41:02). Kyle sends congratulations to Ariel Atkins for her selection in the WNBA Draft, while Gerald worries about the length of Breckyn Hager’s hair. Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little / CC BY-SA 4.0 ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

April 9, 2018 - Running Back Injuries Apr 09, 2018

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In this week’s Longhorn Republic, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter talk about what the injuries to Tristian Houston and Cameron Townsend do for the Texas running game, and the difference a revamped blocking scheme can make for the offense (2:29). Then they break down how the Texas baseball team managed to string together five wins this week to right the ship in Big 12 play (13:48). As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (22:15). Kyle celebrates the future of Longhorn golf, while Gerald honors the Longhorn legends that were inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little) / CC BY-SA 4.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

April 2, 2018 - Texas Longhorns Pro Day Apr 03, 2018

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In this week’s Longhorn Republic, Gerald Goodridge and Kyle Carpenter break down which Texas players helped themselves big time at Texas’s annual Pro Day (2:35) and why teams should stop sleeping on Poona Ford. Then they look at the next set of names that are exiting the Texas program, with Eric Davis, Jr. and Kerwin Roach II setting their eyes on the NBA, while James Banks explores the transfer market (13:12). As always, they close the show honoring Big Bertha and they Bang the Drum (27:41). Kyle builds his excitement for all of the Longhorns playing in the 2018 Masters Golf Tournament, while Gerald fawns over John Burt’s speed. Intro and Outro: Earth, Wind, Fire (Ryan Little) / CC BY-SA 4.0 If you want to donate to assist with the medical treatment of Andrew Jones, visit HornRaiser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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