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Southern Sports Today presents the Chuck Oliver Show

680 The Fan


    • Mar 30, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 3,233 EPISODES

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    The Southern Sports Today podcast is undeniably the single greatest college football podcast out there. With an outstanding daily, year-round digest of what's happening in the sport, it is an absolute must-listen for any college football fan, especially those in the southeast. Hosted by Chuck and featuring insightful guests like Travis Reier, this podcast provides a comprehensive and engaging analysis of all things college football.

    One of the best aspects of The Southern Sports Today podcast is its dedication to providing daily coverage of college football. Whether it's offseason updates, game previews, or post-game analysis, this podcast ensures that fans stay informed and engaged throughout the year. The hosts and guests bring extensive knowledge and expertise to every episode, discussing everything from players and coaches to business and history. Furthermore, their strong focus on the SEC conference allows fans in that region to get a closer look at the teams they support.

    While The Southern Sports Today podcast has numerous strengths, there are some aspects that could be improved upon. Some listeners have noted that there is a bias towards certain teams, particularly the University of Georgia (UGA). While it may not bother everyone, those who are not UGA fans may feel that there is an excessive amount of coverage given to this team. However, despite this minor flaw, the overall quality and depth of analysis provided by Chuck and his guests make up for any potential biases.

    In conclusion, The Southern Sports Today podcast is a must-listen for any college football fan looking for comprehensive coverage throughout the year. While there may be some minor biases towards certain teams like UGA, the overall quality of analysis and breadth of topics covered make it one of the best college football podcasts available. Whether you're interested in game previews or deeper insights into players and coaches, this podcast delivers it all with enthusiasm and expertise. Don't miss out on this exceptional source of college football content!



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    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-30 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 43:33


    Chapel Fowler, Clemson beat reporter for the State (Columbia), analyzes the Tigers after they wrapped up spring football. Chuck and Heath discuss Bill Connelly's new SP+ numbers and what they say about various conferences. Drew DeArmond of ESPN 97.7 the Zone in Huntsville sizes up Alabama after their first spring scrimmage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-30 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 43:33


    Chuck thinks South Carolina's making a mistake by investing in a project, even a super talented one, on the offensive line. Chuck and Heath discuss Trinidad Chambliss winning his latest battle with the NCAA in court. JC Shurburtt of the Big Spur discusses South Carolina's recruiting coup and more about their spring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-27 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 43:32


    Ira Schoffel of Warchant assesses FSU midway through spring. Chuck and Heath discuss OL transfers succeeding from smaller schools. Chris Marler of Louisiana Sports Net looks at various SEC topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-27 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 43:35


    Chuck wonders how realistic it is to ask any fans for patience these days with the salaries involved. Chuck and Heath discuss the pressure surprising successes like Indiana and Duke put on more established programs. Patrick Brown of Go Vols 247 looks at Tennessee after their first spring scrimmage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-26 THURSDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 43:33


    Anwar Richardson of Orangebloods updates Texas spring football so far. Chuck and Heath discuss recent skepticism about Dan Orlovsky's motivations for claiming Ty Simpson is the number one QB in the draft. USA Today national CFB reporter Matt Hayes discusses his piece about DJ Lagway trying to rebound at Baylor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-26 THURSDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 43:36


    Chuck reacts to USA Today's story about DJ Lagway and why things went wrong at Florida. Chuck and Heath discuss why it's almost never a good idea for QBs to go pro with just one season of starting under their belt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-25 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 43:33


    247 Sports Director of HS FB scouting Andrew Ivins looks at some of the latest recruiting info. Chuck and Heath discuss Ole Miss's new center for research on gambling's impacts. Andrew Jones of Tar Heel 247 analyzes the start of Bill Belichick's second spring at UNC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-25 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 43:35


    Chuck discusses Lane Kiffin opening his first spring in Baton Rouge. Chuck and Heath discuss the Athletic's report indicating next season will likely begin on what currently week zero. Chuck touches on multiple CFB topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-24 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 43:36


    Chuck and Heath discuss SEC recruiting expenditures dropping at two thirds of the programs in 2025. Greg Pickel of Blue White Illustrated discusses Penn State opening spring football. Chuck and Heath talk Miami starting their spring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-24 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 43:35


    Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss an Irish rugby player turning into a red hot CFB recruit. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-23 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 43:35


    Jarret Johnson of Inside the Red Raiders analyzes Texas Tech as they open spring football. Chuck and Heath look at the NCAA making it easier for schools to go to bowls. Wilson Alexander of the Baton Rouge Advocate previews LSU spring football beginning Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-23 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 43:34


    Chuck reacts to details on Utah's handling of Kyle Whittingham's exit as HC. Chuck and Heath discuss a puzzling hire in the Big Ten. Steven Willis from the Locked on Ole Miss podcast previews the Rebels opening spring football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-20 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 43:35


    Heath starts hour 2 looking at Missouri and their new starting QB with Calum McAndrew from The Columbia Daily Tribune, and new rule changes in college football. We then look around college football with Demetri Ravanos from Awful Announcing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-20 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 43:33


    Heath Cline in for Chuck today as we start the show with reports of the Big 10 pushing for a new process for roster retention, and Hubert Davis’s comments after UNC lost in the tournament. We then talk Oklahoma with Tyler McComas from KREF Radio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-19 THURSDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 43:34


    Mike Rutherford of Card Chronicle and Big X Sports Radio previews Louisville opening spring football. Chuck and Heath discuss the difference between what small schools show in the NCAA tournament vs the CFP. Olin Buchanan of Tex Ags looks at the Aggies as they start spring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-19 THURSDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 43:33


    ​Chuck thinks CFB fans shouldn't judge coaches solely off national title. Chuck and Heath discuss Matt Barrie becoming the new host of the SEC Network's version of Gameday. Tim O'Malley of Irish Illustrated previews Notre Dame's spring practice opening Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-18 WEDNESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 43:33


    Kolby Crawford of VT Scoop discusses James Franklin's first spring practice. Chuck and Heath discuss Kirby Smart's bluntness about alternate uniforms and what matters top him. Robert Ferringo of Doc's Sports discusses the NCAA tournament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-18 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 43:34


    Chuck weighs in on Mississippi not passing the proposed law to exempt NIL money from taxes. Chuck and Heath discuss fans overreacting to brief snippets of practice video. Brian Hadad of Sports Talk Mississippi analyzes the opening of Mississippi State spring football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-17 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 43:34


    Chuck and Heath discuss whether Lane Kiffin can settle in at LSU versus continue to be restless for a next spot. Chris Lee of Vandy 247 analyzes the opening of spring practice for Vanderbilt. Trevor McCue or Maize and Blue Review assesses Michigan beginning spring under Kyle Whittingham.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-17 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 43:35


    Chuck talks about Vanderbilt in the post Diego Pavia QB era. Chuck and Heath discuss David Cutcliffe's retirement from his role with the SEC. David Bartoo joins for his weekly visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-16 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 43:32


    Chuck believes the number of struggling basketball coaches being retained right now emphasizes how important football is. Chuck and Heath discuss Louisiana Tech's current status of having two schedules released for playing in two different conferences. Jed May of UGA Sports previews Georgia spring football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-13 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 43:34


    Eric Cain from Volguest joins to discuss the Tennessee QB battle. Chuck gives an update on the letter the Big10 sent the NCAA asking to stop all investigations for tampering. Jake Crain from "Crain and Cone" joins to talk SEC stadiums. Chuck wraps up with what could happen with Ohio State with Arthur Smith as OC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-13 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 43:34


    Chuck opens with an interesting question for Tennessee fans when it comes to their QB. Chuck analyzes the indifference Memphis fans are feeling towards losing Ryan Silverfield to Arkansas. John Nabors from Inside Arkansas and "Locked on Hogs" podcast joins to discuss the first spring for Ryan Silverfield. Chuck finishes the hour up looking at the interesting decision by Dabo to re-hire Chad Morris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-12 THURSDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 42:43


    Chuck talks LSU with Hunt Palmer from 104.5 ESPN Baton Rouge. Chuck then discusses sports wagering in Georgia. David Cloninger from the Charleston Post and the Courier Gamecock beat guy joins the show to talk South Carolina football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-12 THURSDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 42:59


    Chuck discusses if Dabo Swinney will take accountability for the worsening in quality of Clemson football. He then goes over the Big Ten letter to the NCAA and asks why tampering is still a rule if the NCAA does nothing about it. Chuck is then joined by Andrew Spivey of Gator Country to talk Florida.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-11 WEDNESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 43:36


    Erik Skopil from Duck Territory joins to discuss the expectations for Oregon this year as spring practice gets under way. Heath discuss the poor job the Collegiate Sports Commission is doing. Adam Gorney Rivals national recruiting reporter joins to discuss the national recruiting picture as of today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-11 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 43:37


    Heath Cline in for Chuck Oliver. Heath discusses the on going need for structure with in College Football. Heath talks about the Congressional hearing regarding College Athletics. Kelly Quinlan from Jackets Online joins to discuss Georgia Tech's spring practices starting and what the team will look like without Haynes King. Heath discusses the Alabama quarterback battle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-10 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 43:35


    Chuck and Heath talk about what Miami's been doing in recruiting south Florida kids. John Talty of CBS Sports discusses what's next at Indiana after the championship win. Tim Hall of 97.1 the Fan Columbus previews the opening of Ohio State spring practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-10 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 43:33


    Chuck discusses Indiana football and the reaction to the national title. Chuck and Heath discuss the Athletic's comments from anonymous coaches about Lane Kiffin. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-9 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 43:35


    Jeff Cameron of Warchant and Real Talk 93.3 Tallahassee previews the opening of FSU spring practice. Chuck and Heath discuss an important late acquisition for South Carolina's offensive line. Brandon Marcello of CBS Sports looks at various national topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-9 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 43:35


    Chuck's a big believer in LSU's offense in year one with Lane Kiffin. Chuck and Heath discuss Friday's presidential roundtable on college athletics. Parker Thune of KREF radio Norman previews the opening of Oklahoma spring football practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-6 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 43:36


    Eric Henry of Horns 247 assesses Texas as they open spring football. Chuck and Heath discuss the curious reported choice of the Yankees president to lead the committee addressing NIL and college athletics. Connor O'Gara of the OG Kickoff podcast joins Chuck to talk CFB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-6 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 43:35


    Chuck reacts to the NCAA appealing in the Trinidad Chambliss case. Chuck and Heath discuss Brian Kelly saying he still wants to coach in the right place. Charlie Potter of Bama Online previews the start of Crimson Tide spring practice Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-5 THURSDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 43:32


    South Florida Sun-Sentinel beat guy Adam Lichtenstein analyzes the latest move on Miami's coaching staff. Chuck thinks facilities are no longer an effective way to recruit players. Larry Williams of Tiger Illustrated updates Clemson spring practice a week in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-5 THURSDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 43:37


    Chuck reacts to the death of Lou Holtz. Chuck and Heath discuss just how unique Holtz's approach and persona were compared to modern CFB. Ryan Abraham of USC Football looks at the Trojans opening spring practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-4 WEDNESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 43:33


    Nick Roush of KSR analyzes the potential impact of AD Mitch Barnhart's retirement on Kentucky football. Chuck and Heath discuss an intriguing hire by Miami. Jake Reuse of Dawgs HQ looks at Georgia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-4 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 43:35


    Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss the latest major injury on South Carolina's offensive line. On3 national host Josh Newberg looks at the latest on recruiting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-2 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 43:32


    Draft analyst Mike Detiilier of WWL radio New Orleans assesses the performance of various players at the NFL Combine. Chuck and Heath discuss the Athletic's projections for who'll be coaching the various SEC programs in 2030. Michael Borkey of Sports Talk Mississippi analyzes the impact of Ole Miss losing their DC to the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-3 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 43:31


    Chuck has ideas on how the ACC can try to generate more revenue and visibility. Jeff Tarpley of Gig Em 247 updates the latest with Texas A&M. Chris Clark of Gamecock Central previews South Carolina's spring practice beginning Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-3 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 43:33


    Chuck's puzzled by just how bad South Carolina's tree biggest men's sports programs have gotten over the last year. Chuck and Heath discuss why all programs are going to have to choose which high profile non-football sports they want to emphasize less. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 3-2 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 43:33


    Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss the two super performances by Arkansas players at the NFL Combine. Zach Abolverdi of Gators Online and WRUF radio previews Florida's spring football practice beginning Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 2-27 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 43:37


    Cody Goodwin of Power Mizzou looks at Missouri's spring practice beginning. Chuck and Heath discuss yet another disturbing story coming out about a member of the Michigan coaching staff under Sherrone Moore. Brad Crawford of CBS Sports analyzes various CFB topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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