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John Horlander (@John_Horlander) and Johnny Soper (@jcsopes) break down all of the latest news surrounding Notre Dame football and the entire college football landscape.

John Horlander & Johnny Soper


    • Dec 5, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 53m AVG DURATION
    • 87 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The John and Johnny Podcast

    9-3 | CFP Committee madness! Notre Dame and transfer portal drama – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 93:25


    John and Johnny vehemently disagree regarding the committee's decision to put Alabama in the CFP, plus Notre Dame and transfer portal drama, then we go on some tangents and that'll be a podcast.

    7-3 |No one has fun on this podcast – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 45:13


    John wants to talk ND Basketball, Johnny wants to talk about the message boards, and no one wants to talk about this football game. Enjoy everyone, and take care of yourself this bye week.

    7-2 |The easiest 58 points you’ll ever see – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 70:42


    John and Johnny return for a discussion of a grab bag of topics ranging across college football. Enjoy. (0:36) ND-Pitt review (21.37) 1st CFP rankings release (38:42) Michigan sign stealing scandal (52:02) Clemson preview (1:03:06) Notre Dame Men's Basketball begins 11/6

    6-2 | It is not enough to beat them, you must crush their will – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 112:20


    John and Johnny relive a memorable night at Notre Dame Stadium as ND wins 48-20 over No. 10 USC. Enjoy folks. (0:57) - USC review (49:09) Stadium stories (1:01:36) What goes on inside Notre Dame Stadium? (1:12:02) Field storming thoughts (1:23:58) The NBC broadcast getting bad. (1:35:38) What's happening in CFB over Notre Dame's bye week?

    5-2 | A brutal loss to Louisville, who’s to blame and where do you go from here? – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 98:53


    John and Johnny dissect a disappointing loss to Louisville (1:07) Looking ahead to a big rivalry game against USC (44:07) John and Johnny talk about what the 12-team playoff might bring next year if the parity continues (59:56) What happened around CFB this weekend (1:04:37) Preview the next week (1:17:34) Finally, some gambler's corner and random musings (1:26:12)

    5-1 | Midterm exams: how do the Irish stack up? – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 75:01


    John and Johnny talk about Pete Sampson's epic roast of Johnny on Twitter (0:38), and then talk for a bit about Notre Dame's dramatic 21-14 victory over Duke (4:49). Then, Johnny and John evaluate the Irish at the midway point in the season and talk about the run of primetime games (29:54). Finally, the duo chat about Phil Jurkovec's position change, the upcoming game against Louisville, and wrap up with gambler's corner (56:03).

    4-1 | John and Johnny go to therapy. Come with us (feat. special guest Paul Farrington) – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 122:08


    John and Johnny are joined by Paul Farrington to emotionally process Saturday's 17-14 loss to Ohio State. No timestamps in this one JD, sorry.

    4-0 | Irish cruise by CMU, we’re all looking ahead to Ohio State, right? – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 5, Episode 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 69:36


    We've had this one circled all year. After beginning the season 4-0, Notre Dame welcomes in Ohio State for a top 10 matchup under the lights at Notre Dame Stadium. John and Johnny have it all for you in this one: - Central Michigan recap (0:48) - Ohio State game opening thoughts (7:56) - what will the crowd look like? (23:07) - game breakdown and why this game and season matter (34:11) - How this ND team compares to 2012 and 2018 teams that went undefeated (42:56) - Gamblers Corner (52:23) - Around CFB and miscellaneous (57:35)

    3-0 | Rain or Shine, recapping Notre Dame 45, NC State 24 – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 5, Episode 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 72:34


    We tried something new this time folks... some live interjections from each quarter of ND-NC State! Johnny and I were watching together and decided to give some thoughts as we went along. Hope you enjoy. NC State Recap (0:08) 1st quarter live reaction (18:18) 2nd quarter live reaction (30:16) 3rd quarter (37:14) Overall game thoughts (cont.) (40:18) Week 2 recap in CFB (49:26) Final thoughts, Gamblers Corner (1:04:19)

    2-0 | ND won, but what else happened? Hate-watchers weekend, plus gambler’s corner – Season 5, Episode 4 – The John and Johnny Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 87:39


    (0:44) - Notre Dame 56, TSU 3 (19:00) - Colorado (34:14) - LSU-FSU (47:17) - Clemson-Duke (1:05:46) - NC State preview (1:15:09) - Gamblers corner

    1-0 | Sam Hartman has arrived, Notre Dame romps Navy in Dublin – Season 5, Episode 3 – The John and Johnny Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 55:16


    John and Johnny revel in the Irish's 42-3 victory over Navy in Dublin. Sam Hartman, folks.

    Season preview, Notre Dame and Navy in Dublin, plus bets! – Season 5, episode 2 – The John and Johnny Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 73:04


    John and Johnny break down the Notre Dame roster, talk about the season ahead, and discuss the week 0 game against Navy in Dublin. FInally, John and Johnny each give their bets for the week.

    Is this thing on? John and Johnny are back! What’s happening in College Football?! – Season 5, Episode 1 – The John and Johnny Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 78:17


    John and Johnny return to the mic after an 8-month hiatus. There's much to discuss, including Sam Hartman's transfer to Notre Dame (10:12), Tyler Buchner's and Tommy Rees' departure to Alabama (20:46), and Jack Swarbrick's love letter to the ND message board warriors (37:07) After that, Johnny is very concerned about the state of college football (46:53), and John has praise for the university (1:04:26) and concerns about student-athletes (1:10:10). Music – The Blood of Cu Chulainn

    Conference Championship weekend, ND vs the other USC in the Gator Bowl, and ND Hoops talk! – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 4, Episode 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 57:24


    John and Johnny reminisce on last week's Conference Championship Weekend (2:11) before breaking down the College Football Playoff Top 4, and eventual 12 (10:19). Then, they talk about the transfer portal and how Notre Dame can leverage it, specifically at QB (28:45). Finally, a brief discussion on the Gator Bowl matchup with South Carolina (45:25) and some hoops talk! (49:02).

    What did Caleb Williams teach Notre Dame? CFP predictions, bowl game stuff, Drew Pyne – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 67:09


    Caleb Williams is really good, we knew that. What did we learn from Saturday's 38-27 loss? Plus, the College Football Playoff nears, so we're talking scenarios.

    BC gets beat down, Phil JurCLOWNvec, USC preview, CFP talk – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 4, Episode 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 65:12


    John and Johnny revel in Notre Dame's dismantling of BC, talk Phil Jurkovec, Drew Pyne, and Kenny Minchey, plus a preview of the USC season finale and CFP talk.

    Notre Dame beats Navy… plus QB talk, bowl game talk, and more – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 4, Episode 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 52:19


    John and Johnny evaluate Notre Dame's slim 35-32 win over Navy, plus discussions on the "rivalry," the ND quarterback position, recruiting drama, and possible ND Bowl game talk.

    Down goes Dabo, the Clemson win, the greatest night of his life, and Message board meltdowns – Notre Dame 35, Clemson 14 – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 78:16


    John and Johnny are once again joined by Kevin Maus to talk about the epic victory over the Clemson Tigers. Johnny subscribed to a message board (55:25). It's a long one.

    On the Syracuse win, the CFP, the Clemson game… and the atmosphere in South Bend. – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 66:47


    John and Johnny break down the win against Syracuse which moves the Irish to 5-3, before moving to a broader discussion about Drew Pyne (19:43). Then, they preview the Clemson game (27:30) and talk about the upcoming CFP rankings (36:45). Finally, John and Johnny lament a lackluster environment at Notre Dame Stadium and pose solutions to the issue (44:19).

    A win is a win is a still making us mad – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 55:58


    John and Johnny muse about a confusing blowout victory for the Irish, and what this season has in store going forward.

    On Notre Dame Stadium – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 21:14


    John and Johnny discuss the atmosphere at Notre Dame Stadium and what must be done to improve it. Also we play UNLV this week.

    That game sucked worse than the Tree – Notre Dame loses to Stanford 16-14 – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 37:57


    John and Johnny lament what went wrong in a putrid loss to Stanford

    We’re back! The Las Vegas review, Stanford preview, and more – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 59:43


    John and Johnny return after a two-week sabbatical to discuss Johnny's escapades in Vegas, the Drew Pyne Renaissance, and more.

    Irish win! Plus final play shenanigans, CFB weirdness, broadcaster chat and more – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 4, Episode 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 62:32


    John and Johnny break down the Cal win (5:25), before Johnny has some thoughts on the last play of the game (27:42) and John talks College football's weird start (35:28). Finally, some broadcaster chat (43:38) and then some potpourri discussion at the end (50:08)

    From the pod: Can Notre Dame win the way they are trying to win?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 9:01


    From Monday's episode: does Notre Dame trying to win "the Notre Dame way" make it impossible for them to win in this day and age?

    (Over)Reacting to Marshall, talking Freeman, offense, Buchner to miss the season – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 4, Episode 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 58:23


    John and Johnny discuss Notre Dame's massive let down against Marshall, as well as what it means, what can Freeman and co. change, and what does the loss of Tyler Buchner mean for Notre Dame the rest of this year? What the heck is going on...

    Marshall preview (and more nonsense) – The John and Johnny Podcast – Season 4, episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 51:56


    John and Johnny are still talking about the Ohio State game, but then they move on to discuss this weekend's matchup with Marshall, as well as the additions of Jac Collinsworth and Jason Garrett to the Notre Dame broadcast, Pat McAfee to College Gameday, and more.

    An Ohio State Moratorium, Expanded Playoff, and then it goes off the rails – Featuring Kevin Maus – The John and Johnny Podcast, Season 4 Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 84:18


    John and Johnny are joined by Kevin Maus (@MausBaus37) to discuss the Ohio State loss (1:05), some ESPN grumblings (29:50), the expanded College Football Playoff and Sponsorship evolution (40:00), and a wild Week 1 in CFB (1:00:17).

    ND-Ohio State Preview, Position group draft, and Emotional wellbeing check – The John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 56:18


    John and Johnny prepare for the 2022 season opener, a massive showdown with Ohio State in Columbus. The duo break down the Irish depth chart (10:22), look at what Ohio State will bring to the table (19:02), before playing a game of "Notre Dame wins if..." (31:31) and doing a draft of the best position groups on either team (34:51). Finally, both predict the result of the Saturday night clash (47:18).

    Manti Te’o Documentary reaction, early season preview – John and Johnny Podcast Season 4, Episode 0

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 55:46


    John and Johnny return with a reaction to the new Netflix Documentary – "Untold: The Girlfriend that didn't exist" (6:12) SPOILER ALERT at (27:57). Then, a brief preview of the season and the season opener at Ohio State (32:35).

    Fiesta Bowl Recap: Irish blow it, finish the season at 11-2… what now? – John and Johnny Podcast Season 3, Episode 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 35:37


    John and Johnny react to Notre Dame's stunning and disappointing loss to Oklahoma State, and look ahead to 2022 and what's to come.

    Fiesta Bowl Preview: Marcus Freeman leads the Irish for the first time against Oklahoma State on New Year’s Day – Season 3, Episode 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 50:14


    John and Johnny preview the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl (6:27), as well as the College Football Playoff (31:47), optimal NYE strategy (40:34), and the "too many bowls" debate (43:38).

    Marcus Freeman reportedly to become the new head coach at Notre Dame – with Special Guest Paul Farrington – Season 3 Episode 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 85:48


    John and Johnny are joined by Paul Farrington to talk about Brian Kelly's departure from Notre Dame and the details surrounding it (0:00). Then, the trio discuss the reported hiring of Marcus Freeman as the next Irish head coach (33:09). As always, there is some playoff talk (54:14), and then it wraps up with an assessment of what its like to be ND right now (1:07:55)

    10-1: Bees get stung, what are Notre Dame’s Playoff Chances? BONUS: best and worst Thanksgiving sides – Notre Dame 55, Georgia Tech 0 – Season 3 Episode 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 69:53


    John and Johnny celebrate Notre Dame's shutout victory over GT, lambaste the CFP committee (again), and at the end, discuss thanksgiving food (1:02:52).

    9-1 – Down the stretch they come… to the Playoff? – Notre Dame 28, UVA 3 – Plus, John has an opinion – Season 3, Episode 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 60:04


    John and Johnny break down Notre Dame's win over UVA before transitioning to the weekly clown show that is the College Football Playoff rankings.

    8-1: Sinking ships, now lets take to the air – Navy Review, UVA Preview, and CFP Rankings discussion – Season 3, Episode 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 62:24


    John and Johnny break down the Navy win, discuss the UVA matchup upcoming, and assess the state of the CFP rankings.

    EPISODE 50! CFP Rankings, the last two weeks in ND Football, and Navy ahead –Season 3, Episode 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 64:41


    John and Johnny briefly recap the last two weeks in Notre Dame football, then the conversation transitions to the College Football Playoff Rankings (15:56).

    Beat Southern Cal – Season 3, Episode 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 34:14


    John and Johnny preview the Notre Dame-USC clash set for Saturday night in Notre Dame Stadium

    BYE WEEK: Buy or Sell – Notre Dame Football – Season 3, Episode 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 30:00


    John and Johnny discuss some pressing existential questions surrounding Notre Dame football during the bye week.

    5-1: Don’t let Cincinnati beat you twice –Notre dame 32, Virginia Tech 29 (Also UC 24, ND 13) – Season 3, Episode 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 46:49


    John and Johnny return to talk about ND's loss to Cincinnati, but the way they bounced back to defeat Va Tech in Blacksburg and head into the bye week 5-1.

    4-0: A windy city win, but what to make of it? – Notre Dame 41, Wisconsin 13 – Season 3, Episode 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 57:46


    John and Johnny debate the QB position after Notre Dame's whirlwind victory over Wisconsin in the diet shamrock series game. Plus, a big Cincinnati preview

    3-0: Beat them like a drum, if you finish your chances – Notre Dame 27, Purdue 13 – Season 3, Episode 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 53:31


    John and Johnny evaluate Notre Dame football after three weeks, look ahead to a big matchup with Wisconsin, and assess Brian Kelly's legacy.

    2-0: A Peacock-worthy performance, and a Drum that just wont fit… – Notre Dame 32, Toledo 29 – Season 3, Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 43:17


    John and Johnny moan about an awful Peacock experience, on the field and on the tv. Then, something about a really big drum?

    1-0: Doerer's Kick beats the Chop, time to overreact! – ND beats FSU 41-38 (OT) – Season 3, Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 57:32


    John and Johnny give their thoughts and overreactions to Notre Dame's 3 pt victory over Florida State. Come for the hot takes, stay for Johnny's thoughts on Cable TV and Executing your entire team.

    Season Preview: A trip to Tallahassee, 2021 Expectations – Season 3, Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 49:50


    John and Johnny evaluate the state of the program and look ahead to the 2021 season. Kyle Hamilton is still really, really good.

    10-2: A blowout, a backdoor cover, but not a bad time to be Irish – #4 Notre Dame 14, #1 Alabama 31 – Season 2, Episode 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 35:25


    John and Johnny break down the Irish's 2nd CFP loss, this time by 17 to Alabama. Lots to discuss, much to consider, but always great to be Irish.

    A Crimson Tide rolls in, can you be ready? – The Alabama Preview – Season 2, Episode 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 38:38


    John and Johnny preview the David vs Goliath matchup that awaits the Irish in Dallas for the College Football Playoff Semifinal. How do you stop Alabama? Can you? Will you? Go Irish.

    10-1: It’s just one game… but it was a very big game. – Season 2 Episode 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2020 50:38


    John and Johnny lament Notre Dame's loss in the ACC Championship game, and John throws a tantrum about the Playoff committee (again).

    It’s time to hang a banner… and hang 40 on the Tigers again – The Clemson Preview vol II – Season 2, Episode 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 62:11


    John and Johnny go in-depth into the ACC Championship game rematch between Notre Dame and Clemson. They also chat about The College Football Playoff and its inconsistencies (29:25), as well as a roundup of National Signing Day (54:33)

    10-0: ACC Regular Season Champions, and the job’s not done – #2 Notre Dame 45, Syracuse 17 – Season 2 Episode 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 48:49


    John and Johnny bask in the glow of another undefeated season (it's feeling normal now right?) and discuss all the latest CFP drama.

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