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8 Guys, 1 Pod

20 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

A group of 8 friends are competing in a grueling year long fantasy sports decathlon in order to proclaim the smartest sports fan.

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Episodes

15. New Host Who Dis

December 24, 2021 13:13 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

We switch it up a bit on this one as Kaleb makes his hosting debut and puts his guest, former host Michael, to shame! Covid is everyone and even infects our podcast talk as Kaleb asks Michael about the brief NHL pause, and how the virus may affecting the NFL, NBA and Olympics going forward. They also discuss the NFL scheduling disasters in week 16. We see if Michael thinks the top 3 golfers on this pod could beat a 12 year old on the links. Michael creates the ultimate 8 guys 1 pod triathlon...

14. Describing Sports Through Donnyisms

December 17, 2021 07:20 - 1 hour - 90.8 MB

In the longest podcast yet, Donny and Michael talk everything. Starting with the UFC, Donny tries to make sense of the Amanda Nunez loss, debates whether Poirier is a bit overrated, and why it does or doesn't make sense for Oliveira to fight McGregor. Michael and Donny rant about those refusing to accept NIL, how A&M will go 9-3 with the #1 recruiting class, and our most confident bowl games. They talk about the wich NFL teams you don't want to see in the playoffs this year. Donny talks abou...

Special Survivor Podcast

December 14, 2021 04:13 - 1 hour - 80.1 MB

After a week of whining about not being able to talk Survivor on the pod, Max, Kaleb, and Jeremy get to talk about the series and predict the winner. Michael and the guys talk about the league standings, and what everyone's plan is going forward. As New Years approaches, they each discuss their New Years Resolution. Michael almost forgets the most important part, luckily noted Pokemon fan, Max, reminds him. 

13. Ready Kendall One

December 10, 2021 07:03 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

On this episode we talk about Kendall's 2 favorite things, video games and sports. We start by discussing what we *will* do when our $30 million a year contract is awarded. Kendall and Michael talk about what Super Smash Bros character resembles which NBA team. Kendall picks what modified NBA 2K player he would prefer. Kendall decides who would be the best player in a hypothetical NFL Street reboot. Michael Tricks Kendall into deciding his NFL playoff field using Madden. Finally, Kendall and...

Erick's First Annual College Football Spectacular

December 09, 2021 02:22 - 1 hour - 73 MB

After an hour and a half unrecorded podcast, Erick and Michael hit their stride in this one. Erick starts by waxing poetic about new LSU head coach, "Bayou" Brian Kelly. The two talk about the rest of the coaching carousel. They start by going through their must watch, and probably avoid bowl games ahead of the New Years six. They then discuss the best non-CFP New Years game and then give their College Football Playoff predictions. Finally, Erick discusses the options for the Bowl Pick'em le...

12. WE'RE BACK!!

December 04, 2021 06:13 - 1 hour - 84.3 MB

After a short break, Cam and Michael come back refreshed and ready to talk MMA, MLB, NCAA, and more. Cam tries to knock Michael off his Rangers high. Michael asks why on earth any human woman is willing to step in the octagon with Amanda Nunez. Cam and Michael discuss the NCAA coaching carousel and the conference championship predictions. There was nothing really to talk about in football, so Cam uses that time to talk about Survivor. Finally, Michael congratulates Kenny Vaccaro on his plans...

11. Upsets Everywhere!

November 12, 2021 05:56 - 1 hour - 79 MB

Jeremy and Michael have some one on one time talking about an unpredictable week in sports. Jeremy writes an apology letter to Max, Arsenal, and West Ham. Jeremy fights through the pain of Chelsea's dropped points, and talks the implications of Liverpool's loss. They analyze what is going on in the NBA Eastern Conference. Jeremy takes a stab at who is real, and who will fall. They discuss how Michael's Warriors start hot and stay hot, while Kendall's MVP, Russell Westbrook, and the Lakers ma...

10. Erick and Michael's Worst Sports Week Ever

November 05, 2021 04:04 - 1 hour - 77.4 MB

Erick and Michael talk college football, starting with the rise and fall of coach O and ending in why Michael HATES the college football playoff committee. They discuss the World Series, and why the Astros losing may or may not be good for baseball. Michael tries to convince everyone (but mostly himself) that the Titans can still survive after the injury to Derrick Henry. Meanwhile, Erick goes all doom and gloom over the loss of Famous Jameis. Finally, Michael and Erick do record their yearl...

9. Sport by Sport Breakdown

October 29, 2021 05:35 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

With the league in full swing, and 4 of the 5 fantasy leagues in action, Donny and Kendall discuss what it takes to make an intra-league trade,. Kendall has the BEST NBA MVP take you will hear this year. Donny discusses the strategy behind playing NHL and NBA fantasy. Kendall is officially no longer so mad at Jameis that he wants to trade Alvin Kamara.

8b: How Can ANYONE Hate October??

October 24, 2021 06:06 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MB

Cam lives out Kodak Black's dream, and gets to drive the boat. Mortal rivals locked in an ALCS clash, die hard Stros fan talks BASEBALL IN OCTOBER with newly reinvigorated Sox fan Max. They also talk football, UFC, and how hard hard it is to stop watching sport in October, not that anyone should. 

8a. Special Solo Pod

October 22, 2021 06:02 - 1 hour - 66.7 MB

We are committed to a Thursday podcast. So while Max and Cameron figure out the technical difficulties of the real podcast, Michael does this pod Han style, Solo. Michael talks what the hell is going on with Ben Simmons, why does he think he is Giannis, and where he might end up. He covers his thoughts on the John Gruden email scandal. Finally, the 2 best things in sports this week discusses a true GOAT and the importance in asking for help. 

7. Greatest Sports weekend of 2021 - Red River, ALCS, World Cup Qualifying and more

October 15, 2021 03:01 - 1 hour - 88.6 MB

Our first completely uncut podcast discusses how confident we should feel about USAs chances to play in Qatar. After a tough loss in the Cotton Bowl Kaleb switches his fandom from UT to Kentucky. We discuss the unpredictability of the NCAA season with the Bama loss. Kaleb tries to best Kendall's title of worst kicking take by claiming he could make a 60 yarder. We discuss the paranoia surrounding the ALCS and whether the Astros are a dynasty. As always, we end with what to watch this weekend.

6. College Football, NFL Week 4, NHL Draft Preview(?)

October 08, 2021 00:44 - 1 hour - 64.8 MB

Max and Erick talk about the start of the College Football season, coaching hot seats, and playoff predictions. We all discuss if we have any idea what is going on in the NHL, but that doesn't stop us from predicting who takes home Lord Stanley's Cup. Max live reacts to the Red Sox games, then goes FULL Masshole when we talk Urban Meyer and week and 4 of the NFL. Finally, we test Max's knowledge on college lax. 

5. UFC Review, MLB MVP discussion and The Game Behind the Game

October 02, 2021 19:57 - 1 hour - 68.1 MB

Kendall, Kaleb and Donny talk 266, Kaleb learns what a triangle leg lock is, Donny makes a case against getting knocked out. Kendall delves into advanced analytics behind his Arsenal prediction. Kaleb forgets the MLB only plays 162 games. Donny breaks down the wild card and MVP races. All the guys discuss week 3 of the NFL, are the Panthers for real? Are the Rams the best in the NFC? Will Jameis cause Kendall to jump off the room of his apartment complex? Finally, we tell you what to watch t...

Interview: Mello from Mic'd and Stick to Football

September 29, 2021 04:33 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

Ahead of Erick's bachelor party we sit down with Mello Miller from Mic'd Up Pod. Mello talks about life as a teacher and podcaster, his best season as a coach, Erick doesn't stop trying to convince him to like LSU, and Mello shares some podcasting wisdom. In between we discuss the best places to tailgate, Mello's ideal 8 team 10 sport league, and the best barbecue in Kansas City. Enjoy our first full interview. Shout out to @Mello for taking the time. Please, for the love of god, go to Erick...

4. The Curse of the Cambino and UFC 266 Preview

September 24, 2021 20:47 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

Jeremy, Michael, and Cam discuss scream into the void about our teams. Jeremy breaks down the start of the 2021 EPL season and predicts which of us will rise and fall in our fantasy league. Cam tells us how his grandfather cursed him as a child and we discuss remedies to fix it. UFC talks legends fights, why anyone would ever fight Shevchenko or Andrade, and potentially the greatest UFC name/nickname fight of all time.

3b. NFL Preview and Max's State of the Franchise Address

September 19, 2021 06:13 - 1 hour - 91 MB

Our NFL preview pod that we recorded several weeks earlier. Max address the league after receiving harsh criticisms from Jeremy and Donovan in the 2nd podcast. Cam reviews the MLB trade deadline and hates on the Colorado Rockies. Erick reviews the most memorable olympic moments from the 2020 Tokyo games. Max talks professional lacrosse. Finally, the 4 of us predict each division in the NFL, and provide everyone our terrible Super Bowl and MVP takes (spoiler, Cameron picks a current free agen...

3a. NFL Preview: Fantasy Football Draft Review

September 16, 2021 20:48 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

After a short break, Kendall and Kaleb discuss our Fantasy Football draft in part one of our NFL preview. Kaleb opens up on his favorite sports topic in his lifetime, the Bishop Sycamore scandal. Kendall tries to make sense of inappropriate fan behavior. Kaleb and Kendall both talk about their views on the contest at last. Finally, the group reviews each fantasy team with varying degrees of agreement. 

2. EPL Preview and Draft Review

August 28, 2021 05:44 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

Donny and Jeremy discuss the week that was in sports. Jeremy shares his views on the future of the Chicago Bears. Donny talks baseball and the effect of Max Scherzer on the a Giants fan's psyche. We do a deep dive into the Premier League off-season, things to watch for in the upcoming season, and relegation and top 4 predictions. Finally, Donny and Jeremy and go team by team picking apart their opponents Fantasy Premier League rosters, much to the dismay of Max. 

1. Pilot Podcast

August 13, 2021 05:05 - 53 minutes - 40.3 MB

Our inaugural podcast to introduce everyone that you will be hearing from throughout the year. We provide an overview of the competitions, and make some decisions on rules. Finally, the guys give some of their predictions for the sports year, and their fantasy performances.