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It's April Fool's Day! So our team of seven analysts decided to fool around and decide the best sports movie. This isn't a joke bracket, however, and we have genuinely compiled a list of what we think are the 34 best sports films of all time. We narrow it down to the best one, with our team of Aidan, Griffin, Hannah, Hayley, Jay, Jon, and Vinnie, a combination of characters who have yet to debate together on this show. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
With St. Patrick's Day come and gone, there are certainly plenty of folks who wish they had some of these cures over the weekend. Nevertheless, Aidan, Hannah, Jay, Jon, Vinnie, and returning special guest Hayley are set to debate the ultimate hangover cure. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc) Disclaimer: this podcast and podcast network do not condone or endorse underage or irresponsible drinking. Please drink responsibly and legally and never drink and drive. After all, the best way to avoid a devastating hangover is to avoid drinking in the first place.
In the latest episode of the Play-In Game Podcast, our judges decide the most delectable vending machine snack. Is the best treat a bag of M&M's? Or is it an ice-cold Diet Coke? Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
The MLB may be in a lockout, so we might not hear pro baseball walkup songs this year. However, there are still plenty of other walk-up songs in the world, and so comes the second installment of our Best Walk-Up Songs bracket, with special guest Hayley Montoya. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. We do not own any of the music clipped in this episode. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
Even though the MLB is in a lockout and we won't get professional baseball for a while, collegiate ball has started! What better way to celebrate America's greatest pastime than with a bracket about the best walk-up song. In the first installment of a two-part series, five judges decide the first finalist and the best song from this side of the bracket. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
In this episode of "The Play-In Game," we feature an episode recorded as part of a "sister podcast" if you will, called "The Eliminators." Featuring three of our very own Play-In Game judges Vinnie, Jon, and Griffin, alongside Hunter and Wilson, this panel of five sports fanatics debate the best sound in sports. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
In the latest Play-In Game, our members debate the best lifestyle sound. Between movie introductions and popular video game startup noises, this is the loudest bracket yet. Alongside the debut of Griffin Della Penna, this episode is filled with tangents, stories, and deviations from our tournament, making for truly one of the most entertaining recordings we've had yet. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are live with this week's episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss Iona's loss to Siena, the jumble in the middle of the MAAC standings and Canisius' two most recent losses. On the national side, they talk about Villanova's win over Providence, Tennessee's statement win against Kentucky, Notre Dame's hot run and the NCAA Tournament bubble. Is there a threshold where rushing the court is okay? They talk about it. Can Rutgers make the tournament? How far will Providence go? Who's in, who's out? You'll also learn where Lafayette and Jacksonville State are. Tune in!
A minor setback for a major comeback, a snowstorm could only keep us from recording temporarily, and we mustered through while recording a remote episode of The Play-In Game. In the latest episode, Aidan, Hannah, Jay, Jon, and Vinnie debate the best breakfast cereal. The audio is a little bumpy, but it's not the result that matters, it's the technical problems we faced along the way. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Do you think we should have a visual aspect to our podcast? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are live for another episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss Iona's first conference loss of the season and how much it changes its at-large chances, Canisius' win against Manhattan and Marist finishing off a sweep of Monmouth. On the national side, they discuss the Horizon League's decision to exclude UIC from the conference tournament (Aidan rants about it), Arkansas' upset of Auburn and the topsy-turvy Big 12. Is four-bid WCC dead? How good was Purdue's win? Does Virginia have any chance of making the tournament? Tune in!
After a January hiatus, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back with Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they talk about Canisius' road struggles, Monmouth leaving the MAAC after the season and Iona's chances at an at-large bid if they don't win the MAAC Tournament. They also discuss Chris Beard's homecoming to Texas Tech, Iowa State's fade, Providence's excellent season and the NCAA Tournament bubble. Can Iona go 20-0 in league play? Is Auburn national title good? How far will Alabama go in the tournament? Can the Mountain West get four bids? Tune in!
We're Baaaaack. For the latest episode of The Play-In Game, our roundtable of six human beings debate the coolest animal on earth. Divided into four sub-categories, at times the debate is so ferocious the team has to resort to a coin flip to decide our winner. In our haste to return to creating episodes, Vinnie did a subpar job with the mic levels this episode, so there's quite a bit more redlining than usual. Maybe as punishment, he'll get eaten by a hippo. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
In the sixth episode of the Play-In Game, special guest voter Professor Dan Higgins is back, and tagging along with him is department humor expert Dr. Melissa Wanzer. Alongside Jay, Aidan, and Vinnie, the five judges analyze a bracket of the best Disney and Pixar animated films of all time. Is Up too sad to make a run, and is the Lion King seeded too low? Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
In this week's episode of Talkin' SMAAC, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski live-react to the final few minutes and overtime of Canisius' win against Florida Gulf Coast, while discussing the Griffs' win against Buffalo and how good the top of the MAAC has been so far. On the national side, they talk about Memphis being forced to cancel their game against Tennessee, Alabama's strange resume and Villanova's win against Xavier. How many tournament teams will the ACC have? Who has been the most disappointing team in the country? After Arizona's loss mid-recording, who will be the next undefeated team to lose? Tune in!
In the latest episode of the Play-In Game, six judges decide the best thing about Christmas and New Year's. There are plenty of great holiday traditions between the two holidays, and despite some audio issues while recording, some very heated discussions decide our winner. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for the newest episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss Canisius' recent loss to Youngstown State and the philosophical reasons behind the Griffs' struggles to start the season. They also discuss if Monmouth and Fairfield have solidified themselves as the second and third best teams in the league. On the national scene, they talk about Memphis' win against Alabama and if it can be the turning point of the Tigers' season. How long can Baylor stay number one? How many NCAA Tournament teams will the Big 12 have? How big is Rutgers' win against Purdue? Finally, they introduce a brand-new segment. Tune in!
In the latest episode of the Play-In Game, Jay, Aidan, Vinnie, and special guest Professor Dan Higgins debate the best Christmas Movie of all time. Seeded based on their current IMDB score, there's a couple of outrageous snubs and some films the group hasn't even seen. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite movie was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
The boys are back for another episode of the Over The Boards Podcast, after a week-long hiatus due to the Thanksgiving break. In the latest episode, Jon, Jay, and Vinnie discuss the most recent NHL news, including a trade between the Sabres and Blackhawks that happens literally during the recording of the episode. Additionally, they discuss ways to make 3-on-3 overtime even more exciting and take a stab at even more stats quizzes at the end of the episode. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
In the latest episode of The Play-In Game, our crew of five judges debate their favorite musical artist since 2010. Drake and Adele are the 1-seeds, but powerhouses like the Weeknd and Rihanna have to fight for upsets because of their low seeds. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite artist was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
For the first time in two weeks, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for another episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss recent upsets in the MAAC and Canisius' last few games. Over the break, Aidan attended the NIT tip-off in Brooklyn, so he talks about Memphis' point guard struggles and Iowa State being one of the biggest surprises of the young season. They also discuss Gonzaga losing a regular season game for the first time in almost two years and the new No. 1 in the country. Is Oregon bad? How deep of a run can Purdue make? Aidan was right about BYU, but just how many tournament teams can the WCC have? Adam is a fan of Academy of Art. Also, Aidan brings up his affinity for KFC. Tune in!
The Play-In Game is a brand-new podcast completely centered around brackets. In each episode, our team of seven Canisius students are presented with a bracket of 34 items surrounding a popular topic, and are tasked with narrowing down our tournament until there's only one item left. In the second episode, five of our seven members debate the best Christmas Song of all time. Will the favorites dominate the bracket, or will an upset decide our champion? Find out on this episode of the Play-In Game. Do you have ideas for our next topic, or do you think your favorite song was snubbed? Let us know on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
Jay, Skuz, and Vinnie are back for another episode of the Over the Boards Podcast! In this episode, the guys continue to talk about the NHL and Gary Bettman's handling of the Kyle Beach case with Chicago, as well as review some early surprises in the conference standings. Eventually, the guys begin quizzing each other, and decide that quizzes will be a staple in all episodes going forward. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
The Play-In Game is a brand-new podcast completely centered around brackets. Each episode, our team of seven Canisius students are presented with a bracket of 34 items surrounding a topic, and are tasked with narrowing down our tournament until there's only one item left. In this pilot episode, five of our seven members debate the best thing about Thanksgiving. For more info, follow us on Twitter @PlayInGamePod. (Intro Music: Correction - Perfect Pine -- Outro Music: Trap Powerful Intro 03 - Aleksei Gorobetc)
The second episode of the year for Talkin' SMAAC is here! Today, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski discuss the first week of results in the MAAC, including Iona's hot start, Niagara's encouraging performances and why Canisius' 0-3 start isn't a big deal. They also discuss the UCLA-Villanova game as well as Texas-Gonzaga. They also talk about the PAC-12 struggles (shoutout Mike Magpayo) and big games for the next week. What's better for sports-watching, east coast or west coast? They debate. Tune in!
In another episode of the OTB Podcast, Jay, Skuz, and Vinnie return to update the Chicago Blackhawks situation and discuss how miserably the NHL has handled this affair thus far. This episode also introduces a new segment, called the "State of the Sabres," where Vinnie dejectedly reviews how the podcast's hometown team is fairing so far in the season. As always, make sure to follow us on Twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for another year of the Talkin' SMAAC podcast! On the eve of the season, they talk about every MAAC team as well as discussing some of the country's top teams. How high can St. Bonaventure get in the rankings? Is UCLA overrated? How good is Gonzaga compared to last year? Finally, they give their way-too-early national title picks and give some shouts to smaller schools. Tune in!
Following breaking news in the hockey world, Jay, Skuz and Vinnie are back to discuss the trade between the Buffalo Sabres and the Vegas Golden Knights, which sent superstar Jack Eichel to the desert. The guys analyze the return sent back to Buffalo, and what the move might mean for the future of both franchises. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
The Merge is upon us! What did Erika do? Did she go back and change time? Who wins immunity? Who will go home at tonight's tribal council? Jay Ashdown and Bryant Hinkley bring you all of that and more in this week's episode of the fire in the form of flint podcast.
In today's episode, Jay, Skuz, and Vinnie go over the scandal involving the Chicago Blackhawks organization, involving former 11th overall pick Kyle Beach. Beach, who is the victim of sexual assault from a former team employee, is suing the organization for covering up the situation and as a result, having his career de-railed because of it. A more serious podcast as a result due to the very serious situation. Make sure to follow us on twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
In the fourth season of the Over the Boards Podcast, Duke has graduated, and his spot has been admirably filled by one Jon Skuza. Jay and Vinnie make a triumphant return, to talk about this year's NHL outlook and address some of the major storylines from the offseason. The guys predict the finishing order of every division in hockey, which is definitely not outrageous at all and very reasonable. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
Katie and Greg go fishing in the one-on-one and in the group date the guys get dirty in the mud. Katie sends Cody home after talking to Aaron and Karl goes nuts for no reason. Jay and Julia discuss.
In episode one of season two of the rings and roses podcast, Jay and Julia talk about Chris Harrison officially leaving the franchise, the problems with casting, as well as the guys on this season and how we think Kaitlyn and Tayshia will do as hosts.
Steph Wetzel and Nolan Hopkins have rebranded! Last year's "Two Blondes and A Brunette" is now the Advice No One Asked For podcast. Steph and Nolan discuss what their challenges have been with adjusting to change and how they look forward to tackling that difficult task in the future. Follow us @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on not only this podcast but the rest of our lineup. Music intro/outro: Wonderful World by DJ Quads
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back the next episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they go over the recent coaching moves at North Carolina, Texas and Indiana. Who is the favorite to replace Roy Williams? Is there any chance Mark Few could take the job? They also go over the Final Four, including the upset blueprint for UCLA to beat Gonzaga. Will we get the Gonzaga-Baylor title game we've been wanting? Finally, they discuss the craziness of the transfer portal. Tune in!
The next episode of Talkin' SMAAC with Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski is here! Today, they talk about the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament and all of its upsets and close games. They also give their predictions for the second weekend games as well as Final Four picks. Tune in!
In the next episode of the Over the Boards Podcast, Jay, Jon, and Vinnie are not feeling any great motivation to talk about NHL hockey. Duke isn't in today's episode, and the lack of charisma makes it that much more difficult to be excited about the New York Rangers, The Columbus Blue Jackets, or the Buffalo Sabres. Despite the slow start, the blood gets boiling when the guys decide to investigate the +/- of their teams, and spoiler alert, Rasmus Dahlin's +/- is very low. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
WE HAVE A BRACKET. On today's episode of the Talkin' SMAAC podcast, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski break down the 2021 NCAA Tournament bracket with all of the first round matchups and potential meetings later in the tournament. They give their upset picks as well as Final Four and national championship predictions. Before that though, they do a quick run through of the MAAC Tournament and the potential coaching carousel. Tune in for this episode and more episodes throughout the tournament!
Matt Duke, Jay Ashdown, and Vinnie Christiano are back with Jon Skuza for yet another episode of the Over the Boards Podcast. In this episode, the guys discuss some coaching scenarios in the NHL, including one team that just fired their coach and a couple of teams that probably should. Vinnie, with the microphone basically inside of his mouth for most of the episode (not really, but equipment problems caused by the #pandemic have forced us to record this on new and unusual equipment this year) insists he's too tired to talk about the Sabres, but still rants about them, twice. And of course, there's not one, not two, but THREE Duke roster quizzes. Make sure to follow us on Twitter @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on all our podcasts! Music: Dreams, Say Goodnight - Joakim Karud
The MAAC Tournament starts in less than 24 hours! Today, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski preview this week's tournament and talk about the good and the bad that comes with it. How far can Canisius go? Will the final be Siena vs Monmouth? They also talk about some other scheduling quirks around the country and discuss the craziness that conference tournament season has been so far and as Michigan-Michigan State goes final, talk about the scenarios with NCAA Tournament No. 1 seeds. Finally, they go over the rest of their picks in The Jerome. Tune in!
Steph Wetzel and Nolan Hopkins have rebranded! Last year's "Two Blondes and A Brunette" is now the Advice No One Asked For podcast. Steph and Nolan discuss what their challenges have been with searching for jobs after college, and their thoughts on the countdown to graduation. Follow @RealGriffCast for more news and updates on not only this podcast but the rest of our lineup. Music intro/outro: Wonderful World by DJ Quads
This is March. Today, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski go over the latest MAAC happenings and seeding scenarios. After, they go through the first set of The Jerome and go through their picks. Aidan gives a small rant about some America East news. How many teams have a shot to win the Atlantic 10? They discuss what exactly a Saluki is and why it reminds Adam of Slenderman. Gonzaga or the field in the WCC? Finally, they talk about Baylor losing for the first time this year, Big Ten and Big 12 results and who deserves to be the fourth No. 1 seed. Tune in!
Today on the Talkin' SMAAC podcast, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski discuss the recent happenings of the MAAC and the schedule changes. Can Siena go all the way? Is Niagara a sleeper? On the national side, they talk about Michigan beating Ohio State and other big games from around the country. How good is West Virginia? They also look at bracketology and specifically how tournament chances for Duke and St. John's changed over the weekend. Tune in!
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for this week's episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss recent MAAC results including Canisius' sweep over Quinnipiac and Iona playing for the first time since December. Also, they debate Jalen Johnson's decision to opt out of the remainder of Duke's season. Is Florida State the best team in the ACC? Is Hunter Dickinson a one-and-done? Two-bid Missouri Valley is back on the table. Finally, they discuss Jim Christian being fired by Boston College and candidates to replace him, along with predictions for the week. Tune in!
Matthew Duke, Jay Ashdown, and Vinnie Christiano are back with the first episode of the Over the Boards podcast of the year. They discuss the Tony DeAngelo situation, the current state of affairs with the Buffalo Sabres, we have a roster quiz, and much more regarding news surrounding the league. Be sure to tune in to this podcast, as well as the rest of our lineup on whatever your preferred podcast sight is!!!!
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for another episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss the games and quarantines of the MAAC recently. They also talk about the Big Ten, including Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin and Maryland. They also discuss the Duke-UNC game, Oklahoma State's upset against Texas and St. John's on the rise. Finally, they give their predictions for the upcoming week. Tune in!
It's a special edition of the Talkin' SMAAC podcast! Tonight, Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski do some bracketology and discuss what their respective brackets look like right now. Also, discussions on what leagues are wide open and what the bubbles looks like and chat on whether the First Four should include automatic qualifiers. Tune in!
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for this week's episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss the latest MAAC results, Illinois beating Iowa and why we need more quality Friday night games. They also discuss results from Saturday including Oklahoma beating Alabama, Penn State upsetting Wisconsin and Georgia Tech beating Florida State. They also voice concerns about West Virginia after their loss to Florida. They also talk about the lack of hype for Saturday's Duke-UNC game. Tune in!
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for this week's episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss the weekend's MAAC slate as well as Saturday's games across the country, including Oklahoma's upset of Kansas, Ohio State's win over Wisconsin and Villanova's win over Providence. They also debate who the best team in the SEC is. Is Indiana back? Maybe. Four bid Mountain West? Maybe. Tune in!
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for another episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss three of the four MAAC series' ending in sweeps, a new seeding format for the NCAA Tournament and Duke and North Carolina both being out of the top 25 for the first time since 1982. They also discuss results from the week including big wins for Ohio State, Butler, Minnesota, Virginia, Texas Tech and Oklahoma State. Where is Maine on their state power rankings? Tune in!
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are back for the next episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they start off by discussing the weekend in MAAC play. They then get into an in-depth discussion about the NCAA announcing the NCAA Tournament host arenas and the bubble-like environment. Then, they recap the biggest games of the past week including Texas beating West Virginia, Iowa beating Minnesota and Colorado beating Oregon. Finally, they predict games for the next week. Tune in!
Aidan Joly and Adam Gorski are here for today's episode of Talkin' SMAAC! Today, they discuss Canisius' sweep of Saint Peter's along with other MAAC happenings over the weekend. On the national side, they discuss a pair of top-10 upsets on Saturday, along with Iowa's win over Rutgers. They also take their first look at the NCAA Tournament bubble. Shoutout BuckyBall. Tune in!