Podcasts about Swinney

It is that time of year again! The time when attention shifts away from the AP Poll and moves over to the College Football Playoff rankings. Tuesday, the College Football Playoff committee released the initial rankings for 2025. Ohio State remained at the top followed by Indiana, Texas A&M and Alabama to round out the top four. One of the most notable rankings was that of two teams who played earlier in the year. Miami, who has been struggling as of recently, came in at 18. That fell well behind a team they beat in Notre Dame who is sitting at 10. Also, the Big 12 appears to be in position to get two teams into the playoff, while the ACC looks like it will be a one-team league. Andy Staples, Steven Godfrey and Ross Dellenger discuss all of the drama and voice their thoughts on all of the attention surrounding this first rendition of the rankings. Plus, the guys take a look at what the bracket would look like if the playoff started today!Later, the guys discuss the top team in the country. The Ohio State Buckeyes. Such a dominant season has not created much drama to talk about for this team, however Andy, Ross and Godfrey look at just how dominant they have been. Is this success due to a lackluster schedule, or is this team on a path to another national title? On the flip side, could the lack of competition hinder Ohio State in the long run as they go on to face far more difficult competition in the College Football Playoff? And, what about their hated rivals, the Michigan Wolverines? Is this the year Ohio State can snap the four-game losing streak, or will Michigan prevail once again?Then, the guys take a look at a team who had similar expectations as Ohio State in the preseason, but their season has gone far differently. The Clemson Tigers. Dabo Swinney's team has struggled tremendously this season and it appears that Swinney's method of coaching may not be holding up in the new era of college football. Is this the beginning of the end for Swinney at Clemson? Should Dabo move on from coaching or just move on from Clemson? Are there similarities between his situation and Nick Saban's before Saban retired?All of this and more on today's College Football Enquirer.(0:49) - Reactions to the initial CFP rankings for 2025(24:59) - Is Ohio State too dominant?(32:18) - Will Ohio State beat Michigan this season?(42:47) - Julian Sayin's Heisman campaign(48:47) - Is Dabo Swinney ready to move on from Clemson?  Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

Tim Bourret is a Clemson icon and will be inducted into the school's athletics Hall of Fame on Friday night. Bourret also was a member of Dabo Swinney's inner circle when Swinney was ascending from interim coach to permanent coach to Hall of Fame coach. Swinney said Bourret has always provided him valuable counsel. "He tells the truth to me. He's tough and firm when he needs to be." Bourret joins The Dubcast not just to reminisce about all the behind-the-scenes history with Swinney, but also to give his take on the current state of the football program with the Tigers at 3-5 entering Saturday night's game against Florida State.  

We discuss Petrofac's fall into administration and how the services giant fell from grace, the first minister's warning about Reform UK, and Shell and Equinor's third quarter results. This week's episode features Energy Voice's Ryan Duff, Michael Behr, and Mat Perry as they give their two cents on the week's headlines. Up first, the trio discuss Petrofac's administration and delisting from the London Stock Exchange. The beleaguered Tier 1 firm ended last week on an uncertain note as TenneT ditched a deal on a European offshore wind farm, which ultimately brought to an end Petrofac's restructuring plans. However, this was just the straw that broke the camel's back; the firm has never recovered from scandal and bribery, or the costly contracts it signed around the COVID-19 pandemic. Next up, Michael tells us about John Swinney's punchy comments concerning Reform UK's renewable energy stance. The first minister claims that Scotland's renewables industry would be led to ruin under a Reform government, as he and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar laid out their stalls for next year's Holyrood election. Finally, Mat rounds up Shell's third-quarter results as the London supermajor beats analyst expectations. This comes as the firm looks to offload its UK assets to a new independent joint venture with Equinor. Speaking of the Norwegian state-backed firm, its books didn't paint as positive a picture as Shell's. It was revealed that the assets held for sale to form the new North Sea player, Adura, had cost the firm $650 million. However, both European majors have held true to Adura opening its doors by the end of 2025.

Following on from the 2025 AGM this month's show provides an update on the progress made off the pitch by the club. Updates include the current financial position, future investment, 4th stand development and the successful launch of the Falkirk Academy.

The Record's Paul Hutcheon is joined by Mark Smith and 'goon from the Express' Ben Borland to discuss controversy over an army barracks plan in Inverness, The FM and Sarwar addressing the IPPR in Edinburgh and Stephen Flynn downplaying talk of replacing John Swinney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Record's Paul Hutcheon is joined by Mark Smith and 'goon from the Express' Ben Borland to discuss controversy over an army barracks plan in Inverness, The FM and Sarwar addressing the IPPR in Edinburgh and Stephen Flynn downplaying talk of replacing John Swinney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Swinney is having a down year at Clemson, and CBS Sports suggests that he or Lane Kiffin could be the top targets for LSU in the aftermath of the Brian Kelly firing Who would be the targets otherwise? James Franklin? Brent Key? Willie Fritz????  Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Timestamps: 0:00-5:35 I Am Next Intro 5:35-9:21 Season Predictions 9:21-12:30 His WHY 12:30-14:35 Past Success 14:35-20:40 Cade Klubnik 20:40-23:57 Handling Adversity 23:57-26:15 Foundation of Faith 26:15-31:46 Clemson Culture 31:46-35:38 Recruiting Philosophy 35:38-38:28 NIL 38:28-43:43 Transfer Portal Takes 43:43-49:53 Hot Takes 49:53-50:53 Swinney-isms Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Swinney's independence strategy is set — but is it realistic? In this week's episode of Holyrood Sources, Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein, and Andy Maciver dive deep into what really happened at the SNP Conference.They unpack Swinney's “Fresh Start with Independence” plan, the internal reaction to his threshold for triggering a new referendum, and what the polls really say about the SNP's chances in 2026.Plus:Nicola Sturgeon returns to conference with her new book

John Swinney says 'nobody knows the tactics I will deploy' in his bid to seek a second independence referendum, and Nicola Sturgeon is backing his ‘secret plan' all the way. The Daily Record politics team discuss whether an SNP majority is likely, as well as how Rachel Reeve's upcoming budget is about to hurt Scottish Labour in the Holyrood polls. Host: Chris McCallProducer: Molly Finlay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Holyrood Sources team — Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (former Chief of Staff to Alex Salmond), and Andy Maciver (former Scottish Conservative Director of Communications) — unpack an intense week in UK and Scottish politics.

It's not often we cover the smaller parties, but we will make an exception this episode for the laid-low Tories. A Groundhog Day alert as well as John Swinney has another indy event, but has he got anything to say? And was it right for the pro-Palestine events to take place on Tuesday? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:05) Set-up: Tory & SNP conference week — immigration, ECHR, and whether the Conservatives are “doomed.”(01:29) Are the Tories finished short–to–medium term? Leadership vs timing and arithmetic after a crushing defeat.(03:59) What the Conservatives are trying to sell: contrition on net migration; mooted ECHR exit; welfare/PIP tightening (incl. ADHD/mental-health references).(06:49) Both main parties “dancing to Farage's tune” — the Reform UK gravitational pull on immigration policy.(08:56) “Can you out-Reform Reform?” Why the answer is no — and why growth/economic confidence is the real antidote to populism. Threats to Labour from the left (Greens/Corbyn).(11:18) Tory identity crisis: talk of repealing the Climate Change Act vs the real problem of UK power prices — headline-grabbing vs serious policy.(13:18) What are the Tories for now? From coherent Thatcherism to today's knee-jerk opposition.(16:45) Scotland: Tory revival rode the constitutional (pro-Union) wave; with independence parked, what's their offer?(19:27) A quarter-century in devolved opposition and still no centre-right blueprint for Scotland (state size, tax, business, justice, “wokery”).(23:31) Holyrood “fanning around”: dog-theft bill as a symptom; why brand toxicity blunts “common-sense Conservatism.”(26:41) SNP conference preview: independence strategy debate; polls, minorities parliament, and why activists may not “rock the boat.”(30:06) “Steady-as-you-go” Swinney: on ~35% the SNP could still be largest party (≈58–60 seats) due to fractured opposition and candidate churn.(32:23) Voter mood: if “they're all useless,” stick with “the useless ones we know” — SNP success as least-worst option.(32:56) Longevity shocker: after 19–20 years in power, SNP still in pole position; next episode trail — Donald Dewar at 25 years.Focussing on UK, Scottish and Global politics, if you like other great political podcasts like The Rest is Politics, The News Agents, Newscast, Questions Time, Holyrood Sources, Planet Holyrood, The Stooshie, The Steamie, Scotcast, Americast etc etc then The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast could be a great show to add to your list of favourites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming off an open date, Swinney said the Tigers are healthier and refocused but admitted the 1–3 start is on the staff. “We have failed as coaches,” he said, while stressing the issues are “football stuff” that can be fixed.

Scottish polling: SNP still first; Reform's rise fractures the unionist vote and could hand SNP an outsized seat haul on a modest vote share.Scottish Labour's bind: must sell a credible policy offer while “owning” SNP record attacks — but Starmer's unpopularity in Scotland limits Sarwar's room.Reform dynamic: positioned as a “super protest vote”; mainstream parties risk losing if they try to outbid Farage on immigration.Electoral system: case made for shifting Holyrood to STV to avoid disproportional outcomes under a fractured party system.Approval ratings mood: Starmer underwater; Swinney seen as safer “adult in the room,” explaining SNP resilience despite policy discontent.Immigration: small boats symbolic of border control; debate increasingly about legal migration thresholds (ILR rules, salary/English requirements).Centre ground wobble: concern that political centre is collapsing, opening space for Reform beyond traditional limits.Leadership jeopardy: Starmer's authority tied to Budget performance and spring elections; internal manoeuvring (incl. Burnham) noted.Fiscal outlook: expectation of a tax-raising Budget; VAT hike flagged as the most likely manifesto breach.Post-election arithmetic: conditional openness to SNP–Labour cooperation if both in mid-30s seats range.Focussing on UK, Scottish and Global politics, if you like other great political podcasts like The Rest is Politics, The News Agents, Newscast, Questions Time, Holyrood Sources, Planet Holyrood, The Stooshie, The Steamie, Scotcast, Americast etc etc then The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast could be a great show to add to your list of favourites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darien Rencher's last act as a Clemson football player was being a part of a team that had a dramatic turnaround in 2021 after a 4-3 start. That team closed by winning six consecutive games, including a 30-0 suffocation of South Carolina and a victory over Brock Purdy's Iowa State team in the Cheez-It Bowl. At that time, 10-3 felt like a jarring low point. Four years later the Tigers are 1-3 and Dabo Swinney is desperate for answers as he tries to keep this from turning into a wreck similar to Florida State's 2-10 disaster last year. Rencher remains close to the program, and he remains a devout Swinney loyalist. He communicated with his former coach this week and Rencher says he still has not just hope but confidence that the team can get it back on track and close with a flourish. Rencher also goes deep into his latest venture: Traveling for in-depth video interviews with high-profile figures including Fran Brown, Carson Beck, LaNorris Sellers, Gunner Stockton and Ryan Williams. The goal is getting these figures to open up in ways that they do not during regular press conferences, and Rencher seems to have firmly checked that box thus far.  

Chris Williams discusses why Jimmy Kimmel and WWE hold the cards now - not the networks - before diving into Mike Gundy and Dabo Swinney's similar tailspins. Jeff Woody joins the show to preview Arizona and more. Presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A big mixed bag of issues in this week's episode“Deplore the Man. Respect the Office.” → How Starmer & Swinney played Trump for UK/Scotland gains → Moral vs national interest “Love-Bombing Trump: Smart or Shameful?” → The realpolitik you weren't told about → Starmer + Oval Office letter; subtle money/investment icons.“The Real Opposition? The Auditor General.” → £2bn hole, welfare rules, and the bill coming due → Auditor General report“Scotland's Justice Pivot: What You Weren't Told” → Not Proven scrapped — but did safeguards go too?“Saloon-Bar Morality vs National Interest” → Engaging Trump: grown-up statecraft or sell-out?“Buy Now. Pay Later. Government.” → Why Scotland's books won't balance by 2029“Soft Words. Hard Bills.” → The welfare promise vs the budget reality“Yellow Card Politics” → Hepburn v Ross, seagulls & standards at Holyrood“Proven. Not Proven. Truth.” → Bernard's case for how verdicts should really work“Ego, Investment… and Whisky Tariffs” → How flattering Trump might pay ScotlandFocussing on UK, Scottish and Global politics, if you like other great political podcasts like The Rest is Politics, The News Agents, Newscast, Questions Time, Holyrood Sources, Planet Holyrood, The Stooshie, The Steamie, Scotcast, Americast etc etc then The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast could be a great show to add to your list of favourites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ricardo Lungus and Anthony North discuss the happenings in week 3 of the 2025 NCAA Football season.

All right, college sports fans -- Cade Klubnik and the Clemson Tigers are 1-2 and failing to play to their potential. We're getting into the laundry list of problems Dabo Swinney, his staff and his players face after a 24-21 loss to Georgia Tech in Week 3. Despite some bright spots for Clemson (such as Adam Randall and Will Heldt), Brent Key looked smarter than Swinney, Haynes King looked more capable than Klubnik, and the Yellow Jackets flat-out had a better game than the Tigers. Suddenly next week's matchup looks critical for Clemson football before the team's first bye week of 2025. Come check out our analysis of the highs and lows right now. Video clips of Swinney's news conference via Clemson Sports Information. We're glad you found us!

Alistair Grant, David Bol and Cat Stewart discuss Ian Murray's sacking as Scottish Secretary and ask whether his replacement, Douglas Alexander, will make any difference. Plus, will John Swinney's whirlwind trip to the US help secure a better deal for whisky? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Right Turns is back with the in-season edition of the show! Our first guests for the year are two old faces taking on two new positions in Running Back Adam Randall and Safety Ronan Hanafin. Watch now to see how these two are tackling the new challenge, insight into the game this past Saturday and questions from the fans.

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has secured a rare audience in the Oval Office with President Donald Trump — a diplomatic coup that could shape both Scotland's international standing and the next Holyrood election.In this episode of Holyrood Sources, Calum Macdonald, Geoff, Andy Maciver and Ayesha Hazarika break down:Why this Oval Office meeting is such a big win for Swinney's leadership.The Scotch whisky tariffs — Scotland's largest export industry is on the line. Could Swinney negotiate a breakthrough deal with Trump?How this plays into Swinney's election strategy: “standing up for Scotland” on the world stage.The SNP's shifting position on Donald Trump — from heavy criticism to pragmatic diplomacy.Whether this actually cuts through to ordinary Scots facing the cost of living crisis.The comparison with Keir Starmer: has Swinney managed to outmanoeuvre the Prime Minister on international diplomacy?We also explore the optics of Swinney's Washington trip, the political theatre around international diplomacy, and whether this moment really elevates him as Scotland's statesman.

Paul Hutcheon, John Ferguson and Douglas Dickie of the Express give their thoughts on the MSPs reeling after Colin Smyth was charged with putting a camera in a parly loo. Also, peak rail fares are gone and a housing plan has introduced - will Swinney's agenda make a difference? Whereas Greer and Mackay, the Green dream team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jamie, Scott, and Sean return to the podcast to celebrate the club's successful partnership with Crunchy Carrots, now entering its fourth season. Scott reflects on the experience of working with Falkirk FC and the impact it's had on his business, while Jamie and Sean provide a commercial update—highlighting the strong progress made in 2025 and outlining the opportunities still available for partners.

Dave Clawson and Dabo Swinney became good friends over the course of Clawson's 11 seasons as head coach at Wake Forest. Clawson came agonizingly close to beating Clemson but never did, and he says he's particularly haunted by the 2022 game the Tigers won 51-45 in double overtime on the Deacons' home field. Clawson has great respect for not just the program and culture Swinney has built, but for the 2025 team that he believes looks a lot like the powerhouse that won two national titles and advanced to the playoffs every season from 2015 to 2020. Bryce Koon covers LSU for The Bengal Tiger of the On3 network. He joins the podcast to share what Brian Kelly is like behind the scenes and says it's quite a lot different from what is perceived from afar. How many LSU fans will trek to Clemson, even those who aren't going to get into the stadium? How much pressure is on Kelly to win big this year? And what can Clemson fans expect a year from now when Swinney's Tigers return the favor and visit Baton Rouge?

Swinney was talking with ESPN's Chris Low this week and said that his 2018 Clemson team was the first team to ever go 15-0, and this year his team will be the first team to go 16-0. If they survive LSU in the opener, they'll be a likely favorite in 10 straight games.. Clemson appeared to be heading the wrong direction in the era of NIL and transfer portal, but apparently not anymore… Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, Newscast was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe in front of a live audience.Adam was joined by the First Minister of Scotland John Swinney. We covered his meeting with Donald Trump, his plan for Scottish Independence and his policy on the Loch Ness MonsterYou can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a whatsapp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bit.ly/3ENLcS1Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The social producers were Joe Wilkinson and Michael Pearson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham

C. L. Swinney is the author of eleven international #1 best-selling true crime books in five countries. He's also the author of a best-selling crime-fiction series, the Bill Dix Detective Series.Several of his books are being considered for film and TV rights by two agencies and he's consulted for a mini-series in Hollywood based on a serial killer cold case being re-opened. Chris has contributed to PoliceOne.com and regularly gives exciting radio/podcast interviews. Chris has published four projects. An anthology entitled Justice Shall Be Served, two chap books, Crushing Tin and Jaded Potholes, and historical fiction, The Cecil Hotel.He donates proceeds from book sales to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), Cancer research, PTSD/Military support groups, StopHungerNow.Org, and victims of violent crimes. Lastly, Chris is the owner of 6 Apparel Company, a law enforcement owned and operated clothing company designing products for men and women in law enforcement (and retired) and all first responders. @6apparelcompany on Twitter and Instagram.https://amzn.to/4ffOUSRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Donald Trump's whirlwind visit to Scotland left behind more than photo ops — it's shifted the tone of UK and Scottish politics. In this episode of Holyrood Sources, Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (former Chief of Staff to Alex Salmond) and Andy Maciver (former Scottish Conservative Director of Communications) unpack the chaos, optics, and opportunities of Trump's trip to Ayrshire and Aberdeen.From whisky tariffs and oil politics to Trump's unexpectedly measured comments on Scottish independence, the panel breaks down how Scotland became the geopolitical centre of the world for five surreal days.Plus: John Swinney's strategy to revive the independence campaign by calling for a Holyrood majority in 2026. Is it a bold move or a trap of his own making? The hosts debate whether Swinney's plan is political genius or a doomed distraction.

Hello, hello, it's good to be back...It's the summer of Oasis and it's been the summer of Falkirk as the Bairns return to the Scottish Premiership. Ross and John are back for season 25/26 and they are bringing you not one, but two shows a week, kicking off with a look back at the close season and speaking to Falkirk CEO Jamie Swinney. They chat signings, away tickets and fourth stand! Then on Thursday expect a preview of the Dundee United game ahead of Match Day One. Expect the unexpected! Behind the Wall – Behind the Bairns since 1985 Falkirk's best selection of fine wines lagers, craft and cask ales, fantastic value food and great service. Check out what's on www.behindthewall.co.uk Join the FFIT T8s https://www.facebook.com/groups/1803421196843918 Get the new Falkirk Daft t-shirt's: https://pintsnprints.co.uk/collection... And Remember sign up for our Discord and Social Media:  Discord -   https://discord.com/invite/sVYbRzzusK  Twitter/Insta/Facebook - @Falkirkdaft  Get Merch: merch.falkirkdaft.co.uk For any sponsorship enquiries email sales@falkirkdaft.co.uk Subscribe to our YouTube channel and remember to leave a review where you get your podcasts.  youtube.com/@falkirkdaft

In this conversation, Ross Greer discusses his candidacy for the leadership of the Scottish Greens, his relationship with the SNP, and the party's stance on various issues including taxation, council tax reform, and the impact of second homes on rural communities. He emphasises the importance of policies over personalities and addresses the complexities of political alliances in a minority government. The discussion also touches on the recent Sandie Peggie case and the implications of meeting with controversial leaders like Donald Trump when he visits Scotland.Ross Greer is running for leadership of the Scottish Greens.The Greens aim to influence an SNP-led government.There are significant policy differences between the Greens and Labour.Wealth taxation is a priority for the Greens.Council tax reform is essential for fairness.Second homes are impacting rural communities negatively.Infrastructure investment is crucial for economic growth.Meeting with controversial leaders raises moral questions.The Sandy Peggy case highlights issues of public scrutiny.The Supreme Court judgment has created confusion around gender rights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Holyrood Sources podcast, the discussion revolves around the upcoming 2026 Scottish parliamentary election, featuring insights from political analysts including Professor Sir John Curtice on the performances of key figures like John Swinney and Anas Sarwar. The conversation highlights the current public sentiment, the challenges faced by both the SNP and Labour, and the implications of the independence debate. The role of the reform party and the fragmentation of the unionist vote are also examined, alongside predictions for the future of Scottish politics.Sponsored by the Scotch Whisky Association's Made to be Measured campaign. Find out more about the campaign at scotch-whisky.org.uk/madetobemeasured. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With John Swinney and Anas Sarwar.This podcast special focuses on the upcoming Scottish parliamentary elections, featuring discussions on the current political landscape, the impact of geopolitical issues, and the challenges facing the Scottish government. Key themes include the need for bold political conviction, the implications of welfare reforms, and the ongoing debate around independence. The conversation also highlights the importance of education and energy policy in shaping Scotland's future.Sponsored by the Scotch Whisky Association's Made to be Measured campaign. Find out more about the campaign at scotch-whisky.org.uk/madetobemeasured. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Holyrood Sources podcast, the hosts discuss the potential for a coalition between the SNP and Labour, the implications of John Swinney's renewed focus on independence, and the challenges surrounding economic policies in Scotland. They also explore the concept of a minimum income guarantee and its feasibility in addressing poverty while maintaining economic sustainability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're hopping on the sticks and diving deep into the world of EA Sports College Football. Host Ross Taylor is joined by an all-star lineup of guests: Ben Haumiller (Principal Game Designer, EA Sports), Andrew Bender (Brand Partnerships Manager, EA Sports), and Matt Kamph (Sr. Director of Social Media and Digital Initiatives, Clemson.)The crew discusses the incredible fan reaction to the game's return after an 11-year hiatus, the meticulous process of building authenticity into the game—from replicating Clemson's run down The Hill to adding real coaches like Dabo Swinney—and the unique partnership that helped bring the digital Death Valley to life. Get an inside look at new features coming in College Football 26, learn the story behind Cade Klubnik's Deluxe Edition cover, and find out what it takes to get over 11,000 players into one of the most anticipated video games of all time.

Andy's trip to Orlando last week is the gift that keeps on giving, as we dive into Clemson QB Cade Klubnik and his comments. Klubnik has been with the Tigers since 2022, and now entering his senior year, the expectations are mounting for Dabo's Swinney squad. (0:00-1:05) Intro(1:06-14:19) Clemson's Cade Klubnik ahead of 2025(14:20-21:14) Cade Klubnik's Development(21:15-28:29) Klubnik's run game(28:30-48:07) 2026 CFB HOF Ballot released(48:08-53:11) Coaches on the ballot(53:12-1:03:07) How do fans of G5, smaller schools feel?(1:03:08-1:04:48) Conclusion: See you tomorrow! The 2026 College Football Hall of Fame ballot was released on Monday afternoon, and Andy & Ari dive into this STACKED list and who should be inducted into the hall of fame. Notable players include: Aaron Donald, Percy Harvin, Ndamukong Suh, and many more. Finally, Andy & Ari close with a discussion on group of 5 fans and how fans feel in this new era of the sport. What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below! Watch our show LIVE on YouTube at 9:30 am et! https://youtube.com/live/3hucNRnByWQ Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey Interested in partnering with the show? Email advertise@on3.com 

Former NFL Pro Bowler Keith Brooking (father of Logan Brooking) and Super Bowl Champion Brandon Jacobs (father of Brayden Jacobs) join the show! We dive into why they wanted their sons to continue their football and personal development at Clemson. Their own remarkable journeys in the NFL and the paths that led them there. The unique recruiting experiences of Logan and Brayden, including Brayden's unwavering conviction about choosing Clemson and the impact of Coach Swinney's famous "program meeting" and what parents should look for and consider during the college recruiting process.Get a unique parent's perspective on what it takes to raise a Division I athlete and why Clemson stands out, from two men who have reached the pinnacle of the sport.Watch the full video on ClemsonPlus.com or YouTube.

In this powerful episode,  Jeff Glover sits down with Kyle Swinney, a rising real estate agent from San Antonio, TX, who's been full-time in the business since 2022. Kyle shares how completing the 76 Hard Program transformed his mindset, discipline, and approach to growing a real estate career.

Following his recent announcement, longtime Director of Football Strength and Conditioning Joey Batson sits down for an in-depth discussion on this episode. Coach Batson shares the "why" behind his decision to make the 2025 season his last, reflecting on nearly 40 years in the profession and his time at Clemson under Coach Bowden and Coach Swinney. He reveals the story behind the iconic "smooth hands" 4th Quarter video speech, discusses the critical summer "Transformation Phase," the philosophy of the "Engine Room," how strength training has changed, and shares memorable stories - from his pro-wrestling fandom to working with hockey great Jerry York and President George W. Bush.

Jo Swinney is the Director of Communication for A Rocha International, a global Christian nature conservation charity. She's also the author of several books, including The Whole Easter Story: Why the Cross is Good News for All Creation. On this Easter Monday she joined me to talk about the power of hope in helping us steward our planet well.“Love is what generates the desire to care,” she told me. It all comes down to love.Join us for a hopeful Easter episode about loving this beautiful planet, signs of hope springing up all around, and the good, creative work of conservation from elephants to coral. Get full access to Keep Looking Up at courtneyellis.substack.com/subscribe

This week on 2 Right Turns, we have the chance to sit down with GM Jordan Sorrells and Director of Player Evaluation and Acquisition Kevin Kelly. We dive all in on how we're balancing tradition with the new realities of NIL, revenue sharing, and the transfer portal, all while keeping that championship culture intact.00:00 - Intro01:10 - Kevin Kelly NFL Experience and Background08:20 - How Success at Clemson stands out in the NFL14:15 - Revenue Sharing and NIL with Clemson Football22:50 - Why Clemson is positioned to thrive in the new era35:00 - Life of an NFL scout38:00 - What are Revenue Sharing discussions really like?43:45 - Fast Facts presented by Darlington Raceway48:00 - Relationship building in the recruiting process51:50 - Why Retention is critical in Roster Building55:10 - Fan MailbagWatch full video at ClemsonPlus.com

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football's brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. State and Liberty makes modern athletic fit clothing for men who want to look great and be comfortable at the same time. Whether you're looking for an athletic fit suit or your new favorite hoodie, State and Liberty has what you need. New customers get 10 percent off when they use the code ANDYARI, or you can visit this link: https://tidd.ly/4gVLuUE(0:00-5:00) Intro(5:01-18:37) Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney Joins(18:38-27:46) Tom Allen Hiring, Cade Klubnik's Development(27:47-32:52) Dabo Swinney's Rules for Life(32:53-38:03) Closing out with Dabo Swinney(38:04-45:07) The CJ Spiller Story(45:08-1:01:48) In Depth Discussion on Clemson(1:01:49-1:05:05) Conclusion: Ari's Cowboy Hat? Clemson coach Dabo Swinney joins the show to explain why he doesn't listen to Ari — or anyone else who thinks he should change the way he builds his roster. Swinney explains why Clemson dipped its toe in the transfer portal and why he still believes the best way to build a football program is with good high school players who remain bought in to the school they originally chose. Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/1kd1y-piUxQ Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers are dominating with their recruiting commitment surge! Six top-notch prospects coveted by the nation's elite college football programs pledged to Swinney and the Tigers. The Portal Podcast (@ThePortalPodcast on YouTube) breaks down each prospect and how they impact other programs.Ohio State added an in-state prospect who's not getting enough respect, and IMG Academy cornerback Ksani Jiles is off the board as well as he heads to the Big 10. Be sure to subscribe to The Portal Podcast for your daily recruiting information! Find it on X via @LO_ThePortal as well.Follow me on X: https://x.com/LO_ThePortal & https://x.com/fbscout_floridaApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-portal-daily-college-recruiting-and-nil-podcast/id1720975375Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Wr77m5yVBgANHkDS7NxI5Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbscout_florida/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ThePortalPodcast#ThePortalPodcast #recruiting #transferportal #nil #recruitingrankings #Clemsonrecruiting #DaboSwinney #2026ClemsonCommitments #NaeemBurroughs #ChancellorBarclay #OhioState #WashingtonHuskiesSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!NissanTake your adventures to new heights in the All-New Nissan Armada PRO-4X. Learn more at NissanUSA.com.Disclaimers: Optional features. Towing capacity varies by configuration. See Nissan Towing Guide and Owner's Manual for additional information. Always secure cargo.Supply HouseJoin the Trade Master program today at SupplyHouse.com/TM and start ordering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies with just a few clicks. Plus, use promo code SH5 for 5% off your first order. That's SupplyHouse.com!WayFairAfter the holiday hustle, there's nothing like giving your home a little TLC. Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. FactorLooking to optimize your nutrition this year? Eat smart with Factor. Get started at FACTORMEALS.com/lockedoncollege50off and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE50OFF to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping.Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert. Only available with TurboTax Live Full Service. Real-time updates only in the iOS mobile app. See guarantee details at TurboTax.com/guarantees.ROYDownload the Roy app now from the App Store and start backing your favorite athletes the way they deserve—with transparency, trust, and a real impact. This is the future of college sports. Join it now by downloading Roy and supporting your favorite players!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you'll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM  to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

This show is brought to you by Panini America, makers of the most collectible sports cards on the planet. The Prism football card series a vibrantly paralleled base and insert roster featuring college football's brightest former and current superstars. Panini sets include NIL autographed cards from players including Arch Manning, Quinn Ewers, Cam Ward, Jalen Milroe, Dylan Raiola, DJ Lagway, and Luther Burden. To start collecting, visit PaniniAmerica.net. There is only one way to describe Rhoback – Best Fit, Best Feel. Rhoback has released so many items within their new licensed gameday collection and it's our favorite. With novel polo designs and clean hoodie and q-zip designs for some of your favorite schools – it's definitely worth checking out. Nobody else on the market is pairing these level of custom designs with this quality of activewear. Use the code ANDY on Rhoback.com for 20 percent off for all new customers. Busy mornings, late nights, working through lunch—life doesn't always leave room for a complete, balanced meal. That's where Huel comes in. This podcast is sponsored by Huel, spelled H-U-E-L, The World's #1 Complete Nutrition Brand. It's a complete meal in seconds—just grab, sip, and go. No more skipped meals or unfulfilling snacks. Huel makes it easy with nutrition that fits into your life. And right now, you can try it for FIFTEEN PERCENT off your first purchase of $75 or more with the code STAPLES15 at HUEL.com. Fuel up the easy way with Huel today! huel.com/STAPLES15(0:00-1:02) Intro(1:03-14:49) Canceling Spring Games for concerns of tampering?(14:50-18:03) Continuing the Spring Game talk(18:04-24:30) Story Time with Ari(24:31-27:16) PaniniAmerica.net(27:18-29:17) Rhoback(29:18-37:27) Storylines to follow: Arch and Texas(37:28-43:19) Ohio State vs Michigan, Deep Dive into Wolverines(43:20-55:11) The TOP Quarterback in the SEC(55:12-1:00:49) Can Florida State Bounce Back?(1:00:50-1:05:07) How Will Colorado perform?(1:05:08-1:05:48) Clemson in 2025(1:05:49-1:07:09) Penn State(1:07:10-1:17:30) Stepping Stone Teams(1:17:31-1:18:15) Dear Andy & Ari Tomorrow! Andystapleson3@gmail.com(1:18:16-1:24:58) Conclusion: Ari and the Food Court Platter Dabo Swinney said on Tuesday that Clemson will not go with the crowd and cancel its spring game. The Tigers will play one, even if a lot of other schools are cancelling or modifying theirs. Swinney said a spring game won't increase tampering with his players (it'll happen anyway). So why are so many other coaches so worried? Andy has some thoughts. Earlier this week, Ari unveiled what he believes will be the biggest storylines of the 2025 season. But what will be the BIGGEST story of the year? Arch Manning taking over as QB1 at Texas? Will Oklahoma be back? Can Ohio State overcome its Michigan problem? Andy has a few suggestions as well…  Watch us on YouTube! https://youtube.com/live/6bwP-S4zqa4 Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

Jo Swinney is director of communications for the Christian environmental conservation charity A Rocha International. Jo's parents Miranda and Peter Harris were the founders of A Rocha. Miranda's tragic death in 2019 was a shock to all those who knew her. Jo's book ‘A Place At The Table: Faith, hope and hospitality' pairs her own words with writings she discovered of her mother's to celebrate her life and to explore how sharing food is at the heart of a shared life.Justin and Belle hear about the events the led up to Jo writing the book and how we can re-enchant the gift of hospitality in an increasingly lonely world.Jo Swinney: https://arocha.org/product/a-place-at-the-table-faith-hope-and-hospitality/For Re-Enchanting: https://www.seenandunseen.com/podcastThere's more to life than the world we can see. Re-Enchanting is a podcast from Seen & Unseen recorded at Lambeth Palace Library, the home of the Centre for Cultural Witness. Justin Brierley and Belle Tindall engage faith and spirituality with leading figures in science, history, politics, art and education. Can our culture be re-enchanted by the vision of Christianity? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with the first episode of 2025 and we've got a good one. Jeremiah Alexander, Tristan Smith, and Will Heldt open up about their transfer journeys. Hear what Coach Swinney told each of them on their visits, the unique role relationships played in their decisions, and why each person feels Clemson was the perfect fit. Plus, a taste of home cooking and Will's shock at how South Carolina reacts to snow!Watch full episode on ClemsonPlus.com

Mike Noonan doesn't sugarcoat where he thinks college athletics is headed. "Buckle up and hold on tight, because we're going to go through a hurricane," he said. Noonan, who has led Clemson to two national titles in men's soccer, is privy to major changes taking shape in the college game. "We've made about five different attempts to become a two-semester sport, and modernize the sport, but we have hit roadblocks in the NCAA bureaucracy every time," he said. "So with all the changes going on with college athletics, and there's been a number of changes in the governing body at U.S. Soccer ... we re-engaged in conversations with them. "There was a pilot program put forward, similar to the College Football Playoff. We're not leaving the NCAA, but we would play over two semesters and there'd be a national tournament sponsored by U.S. Soccer at the end of the spring portion of our season. The national governing body would pay for the championship, and we would be able to progress our game in a way that we haven't been able to."  Noonan said athletics directors have been in "great discussions" with U.S. Soccer about adopting the pilot program for the 2026-27 year. He said there are different championship models that feature 36 teams, 48 teams and even 72 teams. "We all feel favorable that it's going to happen. It will be a big change." Noonan also shares how, a few years into his Clemson tenure, he significantly changed his recruiting model. "When we got here we were in a position where we had to just look for talent. And talent without character is a recipe for disaster." Noonan consulted a familiar name as he constructed his new model: One Dabo Swinney. Swinney's advice to Noonan: It's not what works everywhere; it's what works at Clemson. "That flipped a switch for me," Noonan said. "We came up with 10 recruiting criteria and decided we were going to recruit to them. And any player that we were going to let come into our program was going to have to tick seven of those criteria."        

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In Part 2 of our Best of 2024 podcast, we revisit some of the more memorable excerpts from our interviews over the past year: -- Thomas Austin, on what it's like to deal with being fired by Dabo Swinney. In 2008, Austin was an offensive lineman on the team that helped Swinney secure the head-coaching job with a victory over South Carolina. Swinney even rode on Austin's shoulders to midfield that day to shake the hand of Steve Spurrier. -- Otis Pickett, on returning to his alma mater from Mississippi to be the historian of Clemson University. A significant part of Pickett's mission is introducing and framing the public conversation on Clemson's past, which includes difficult and complicated topics on race. -- Cliff Ellis, former Clemson basketball coach, shares numerous stories about his musical career. Had he not chosen coaching, Ellis could've easily spent his life as a professional musician. In the mid-1960s, his group The Villagers was a sensation and even recorded at the legendary Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, Ala. Ellis remembers joining Roy Orbison on stage at a sold-out concert in Dothan, Ala. "If you can perform in front of people with Roy Orbison behind you, you're going to be OK going up against Dean Smith and Mike Krzyzewski," he said. -- Tommy West looks back to a totally different time for Clemson football in the 1990s when the Tigers didn't have any facilities to speak of and were so behind on that front that he once tried to stage an August practice at a local livestock arena.