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GopherHole Podcast

108 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 39 ratings

Nadine Babu and a rotating cast from GopherHole.com discuss the latest in Minnesota Gophers football and basketball.

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Episodes

Tony Liebert previews the Gophers Football Season

August 12, 2022 15:34 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MB

Tony Liebert sits down with Nadine Babu after Gopher football practice to talk about the upcoming season. 

Gophers Guru Daniel House breaks down Spring Ball

April 28, 2021 22:22 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MB

Gophers guru Daniel House spoke with GopherHole’s Nadine Babu about all things Gopher football. Strengths, weaknesses, the unknown...he covers it all!

Kendal Shell weighs in on the Ben Johnson hire

March 24, 2021 01:25 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Nadine and Kendal talked about the Ben Johnson hire, and what many don’t know about him.

GopherHole Podcast 104 - Kendal Shell on the (likely) Gophers Search

March 08, 2021 16:40 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

Kendal Shell breaks down 10+ possible Gophers Coaching options with Nadine Babu. Spoiler....there are a lot of good choices.     Supported by Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

Abe Woldeslassie on searching and mentoring in college basketball

March 02, 2021 14:21 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MB

On the latest GopherHole podcast, Macalester College Head Coach Abe Woldeslassie talked to Nadine Babu about searching and mentoring in college basketball.   Supported by Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

Al Nolen doing big things off the court

February 16, 2021 22:06 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Al Nolen has started a foundation to help higher-risk youth on their journey to overcome emotional trauma, social isolation, and economic hardships. Doing bigger things off the court than he even did on the court!   Supported by Manscaped (https://www.manscaped.com/ – Use Promo Code “GOPHERHOLE” for 20% off and FREE shipping) & Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

Shannon Brooks, Suicide Survivor and the impact he's making

February 03, 2021 22:51 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Former Gophers running back, Shannon Brooks, talked to Nadine Babu about his organization, Suicide Survivor & how he's letting people know that they matter. Supported by Manscaped (https://www.manscaped.com/) – Use Promo Code “GOPHERHOLE” for 20% off and FREE shipping!

Legendary Gopher Blake Hoffarber on GopherHole's 100th episode

January 22, 2021 13:53 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Gopher favorite, Blake Hoffarber joined Nadine Babu on the podcast to talk about his playing days, life after being a Gopher...and how often he gets asked about "The Shot."   Supported by Manscaped (https://www.manscaped.com/) – Use Promo Code “GOPHERHOLE” for 20% off and FREE shipping!

Scott Dochterman previews the battle for Floyd

November 12, 2020 13:51 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MB

Scott Dochterman joined GopherHole's Nadine Babu to talk about the battle for Floyd, Iowa's off season issues, and how COVID is impacting college football.     Thanks to State Farm Agent Tony Hoaglund (https://www.champlininsurance.com) (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Thomas Barber, Gopher Royalty

October 23, 2020 22:50 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

The Barber Family is known as royalty in the Gopher family.  Thomas joins Nadine Babu to talk about Gameday, his playing days, what players will have a breakout year, and life after graduating.   Thanks to State Farm Agent Tony Hoaglund (https://champlininsurance.com/)  (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Darrell Thompson on Sid, Gameday, Covid and Gopher Football

October 21, 2020 00:13 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MB

Gopher Legend, Darrell Thompson, joined GH's Nadine Babu for the podcast this week.  He talked about another legend, Sid Hartman, and what it was like to be a player and media member with him, along with Gameday, the Gophers, and the recent cuts at the U.     Thanks to State Farm Agent Tony Hoaglund (https://champlininsurance.com/)  (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Jeff...

Hassan Mead

September 15, 2020 19:18 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

Gophers track and field superstar talks about the importance of T&F, not only at the U, but for the community, state and country. https://www.facebook.com/groups/634286233941618/permalink/635088480528060/   Thanks to State Farm Agent Tony Hoaglund (https://champlininsurance.com/)  (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

The evolution of Jack Brewer

August 27, 2020 22:55 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MB

After speaking at the RNC many questions arose about Jack Brewer.  Former employee and Gophers basketball manager Al Nennig talked to Nadine about his evolution.  Thanks to State Farm Agent Tony Hoaglund (https://champlininsurance.com/)  (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Heather Rule on Covid, Covid, and more Covid affecting sports

August 07, 2020 19:31 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MB

Heather Rule sat down with Nadine Babu to talk about Rashod Bateman's departure & the likelihood of a Gophers season and how this pandemic is affecting all sports.   (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Andre Hollins goes from beloved Gopher to international hoops, to Carlson MBA (hopefully)

July 21, 2020 14:04 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MB

Andre Hollins sat down with GopherHole's Nadine Babu to talk about his playing days, live overseas, being in a relationship with Rachel Banham, and his possible next steps... a grad assistant and Carlson MBA.   (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Scott Dochterman breaks down why colleges MUST play football this year

July 10, 2020 20:53 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

The Athletic's Scott Dochterman joins Nadine Babu to talk about why college football is so essential, what players think about playing this fall, and the controversy going on in Iowa City. (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Troy Bell on hoops, racism, finances, and more

June 18, 2020 16:30 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Minnesota native, Troy Bell, sat down with Nadine Babu and was an open book.  Nothing was off limits...his Gopher offer, growing up, how to not go broke, and much more.  (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Kendal Shell encourages people to not be complicit and speak up

June 02, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Former Gophers basketball player joined Nadine Babu on a special GopherHole podcast to talk about the death of George Floyd, what he's doing to impact the community, and what we all can do about this systemic problem. (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

GopherHole Podcast 90 - Kendal Shell encourages people to not be complicit and speak up

June 02, 2020 21:00

Former Gophers basketball player joined Nadine Babu on a special GopherHole podcast to talk about the death of George Floyd, what he's doing to impact the community, and what we all can do about this systemic problem.

Building in the Trenches! Gophers Weekend Recruiting Recap

May 28, 2020 21:30 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

Daniel House joins Nadine Babu on the latest GopherHole Podcast to talk about how Fleck and company cleaned up this past weekend! (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Carly Thibault-DuDonis: Associate Head Coach Gophers Women’s Basketball

May 21, 2020 20:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Jared Hines was joined by Carly Thibault-DuDonis. Carly talked about growing up in the Midwest before moving out east, her love for basketball in a basketball obsessed family and how blessed she is to work with Lindsay Whalen on a daily basis.

Daniel Oturu proves that Gophers can get to the NBA

May 15, 2020 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Mike Sherels gave Nadine Babu an in-depth and honest interview on his life at Minnesota, his health journey & the likelihood of going back to coaching. (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Mike Sherels, More than a Coach

May 08, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

Mike Sherels gave Nadine Babu an in-depth and honest interview on his life at Minnesota, his health journey & the likelihood of going back to coaching. (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Gopher Baseball Stories with John Anderson

May 06, 2020 17:00 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

Daniel House was joined by Minnesota baseball coach John Anderson. "14" updated fans on the program and shared Gopher Baseball memories. You won't want to miss the classic stories he shared about the 1970s era of Gopher Baseball  (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Gophers in the Draft and Recruiting Mayhem!

April 23, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 46.7 MB

Daniel House joined Nadine Babu to talk about the Gophers #5 recruiting class in the nation, as well as where he sees where the Minnesota draft prospects will end up. (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Gophers Spring Practice Analysis

April 20, 2020 20:30 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

Daniel House sat down with Nadine Babu at the last Gophers spring practice before Covid-19 to talk about individual performances and the outlook for the Gophers in 2020.  (The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode)

Rodney Smith Thrives on Preparation

April 17, 2020 17:30 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

Rodney Smith was a star running back at the University of Minnesota, breaking the app purpose yards record that was held by Gophers legend, Darrell Thompson. As he prepares for the NFL Draft next week he talks about who's influenced him, his experience at the U, and how preparation will get him to the next level in whatever he pursues.  

Four-Star Gophers Commit Steven Ortiz Jr.

April 15, 2020 22:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

Daniel House caught up with Steven Ortiz Jr., one of the highest-rated defensive back commits in Gopher Football history. Why did he choose Minnesota without visiting campus? Learn more about the newest commit!

Whalen on recruiting during COVID-19 and much more.

April 14, 2020 19:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Gophers Head Women’s Basketball coach Lindsay Whalen joins GopherHole’s Jared Hines to talk about the changes in recruiting as the University of Minnesota campus is shut down. Whalen also discusses how she’s keeping in touch with current players, the impact of Tamara Moore being hired to coach a men’s program, and her favorite draft day memory. 

Exclusive GopherHole interview with Richard Pitino!

April 10, 2020 00:20 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MB

GopherHole's Nadine Babu conducts an in-depth exclusive interview with Gophers Head Coach Richard Pitino.  Pitino talked about his Wrestlemania bet with his Dad, what life is like with 3 young kids during quarantine, what got him into college coaching, what it's like to be on the hot seat, along with his thoughts on Daniel Oturu and Marcus Carr entering the NBA draft.  You'll also want to tune in to hear who his dream 4some in golf would be, which of his kids is the best athlete, wh...

Gophers so close to smelling the roses!

November 29, 2019 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

GopherHole's Nadine Babu sits down with Daniel House to talk about this very special Gophers season and what's on the line tomorrow...EVERYTHING!

P.J., Pitino, and Penn State, Oh My!

November 07, 2019 15:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MB

Nadine Babu was joined by Jared Hines after a big day in Gold Country. They chatted about Fleck's new extension, the huge Penn State game, and the Gopher basketball victory over Cleveland State.

Daniel House answers all your Gopher Football questions before the SDSU game

August 27, 2019 05:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MB

Daniel House talks to Nadine Babu about the Jackrabbits, recruiting, what to look for...and the Gophers chances of winning the Big 10 West.

Chris Goodwin talks Gophers chances of getting Lockett, Suggs or Johnson

August 19, 2019 05:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

The head coach at Minnehaha Academy, Chris Goodwin, talks Gophers chances of getting Lockett, Suggs or Johnson!

Steve Davis shares stories from his U of MN days, and why he really doesn't like Iowa and Wisconsin

August 11, 2019 05:00 - 57 minutes - 26.4 MB

Steve Davis talked to Nadine Babu about how the University of Minnesota impacted his life as a athlete, person, and now the Director of Affinity Engagement for the University of Minnesota Alumni Association. He shared stories about P.J Fleck, Glen Mason and Tim Brewster as well as the best Gopher he's ever played with.

A Gophers food tour!

August 09, 2019 05:00 - 14 minutes - 6.51 MB

Chris Vokracka talks to GopherHole about new TCF Bank Stadium menu items. The Aramark GM for athletics, CHris Vokracka sits down with Nadine Babu to talk about all the new selections at TCF Bank. A Minnesota Gophers-centric podcast!

Abby Honold on about sexual advocacy, sports, and what can be done

April 17, 2019 05:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

On the latest GopherHole podcast, Nadine Babu was joined by Abby Honold, a rape survivor and sexual assault advocate to talk about what's being done in college athletics, what needs to be done, and what we all can do.

Amir Coffey is entering the NBA draft, and explains why

April 04, 2019 05:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MB

On the lastest GopherHole Podcast, Amir Coffey talks to Nadine Babu about entering the NBA draft, what went into the decision, and what's next for him.

Jelly Fam out, plus Gophers spring practice reviews

April 03, 2019 05:00 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MB

Isaiah Washington transfers leaving questions for Gopher Basketball….while after Spring practice, many questions are answered for Gopher football Nadine talks to Daniel House about the state of the Gopher football and basketball programs, key players that will make an impact, the spring game, and NFL Pro day.

Washington transfers leaving questions for Gopher Basketball

April 02, 2019 13:00 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MB

Nadine talks to Daniel House about the state of the Gopher football and basketball programs, key players that will make an impact, the spring game, and NFL Pro day. @gopherhole @NadineBaabu @DanielHouseNFL

Exclusive GopherHole interview with Jordan Murphy's Mom, Celia Murphy

March 25, 2019 05:00 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MB

Celia Murphy talks about Jordan's Gophers experience, how easy he was to raise, how she felt when he exited the game for the final time, and what's next for him.

3/22/19 GopherHole: Gophers advance in NCAA tournament...but Michigan State awaits!

March 22, 2019 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

Daniel House joined GopherHole's Nadine Babu to talk about the Gophers victory over Louisville, the mutual respect Richard Pitino and and Tom Izzo have for each other, how important it is to have 5 MN players on the team that stayed home, and the great Gophers crowd in Des Moines. @NadineBabu @DanielHouseNFL @GopherHole

GopherHole: Despite loss to Michigan, Gophers enter tournament on high note

March 16, 2019 05:00 - 41 minutes - 19.3 MB

@GopherHole's Nadine Babu (@NadineBabu) talked to former Gopher, and fan favorite, Kendal Shell (@Shell_Ken) about the Gophers finishing the season strong, how good Jordan Murphy and Amir Coffey really are, what's not clicking with Isaiah Washington and all things March Madness.

Introducing the all new SKOR North

January 15, 2019 16:00 - 2 minutes - 1.19 MB

Phil Mackey announces some exciting, major changes at 1500, beginning right now! For starters, we’ve got a new name now – SKOR North (and SKORNorth.com)… And an expanded menu of Minnesota sports content across multiple platforms. You’ll be able to find SKOR North LIVE & LOCAL on AM 1500 (between noon & 7 weekdays), starting with a daily Vikings show at NOON on weekdays called Purple Daily. Then you can hear SKOR North Live with Matthew Coller from 2-4p, Mackey and Judd w/ Ramie from...

Gopher Basketball Media Day! (ep. 58)

November 02, 2018 05:00 - 37 minutes - 17 MB

Nadine Babu and Daniel House sat down with members of the Gophers Basketball team on Basketball Media Day. We've got interviews with Amir Coffey, Eric Curry, Isaiah Washington, Marcus Carr, Jordan Murphy, Daniel Otruru, Jarvis Omersa, and Brock Stull.

Gophers football is back! (ep. 57)

August 27, 2018 05:00 - 17 minutes - 8.22 MB

@DanielHouseNFL sat down with @NadineBabu on the latest @GopherHole podcast to preview the New Mexico State game on Thursday, recap P.J. Fleck's last press conference before the game, the quarterback situation, and what to expect.

Previewing the 2018 Gophers football season (ep. 57)

July 25, 2018 05:00 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MB

Daniel House and Nadine Babu dive into more Gophers football topics, including Comcast's contract with Big 10 Network ending on September 1, Rodney Smith earning preseason hype, defensive X's and O's, the Gophers schedule and more!

Gopher football: You asked, Daniel House answered (ep. 56)

July 25, 2018 05:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MB

Daniel House sat down with Nadine Babu to answer all of your Gopher Football questions. With 37 days left until the season begins, the excitement is building!

Royce White Pt. 1: What really happened with the Gophers? (ep. 54)

July 13, 2018 05:00 - 54 minutes - 25 MB

Eight years after leaving the University of Minnesota, one of most talked players about is still Royce White. Many make assumptions about what happened, but few know the truth about his story at the U. Hear what happened from Royce himself, how Tubby Smith was involved, and how he ended up having a breakout year at Iowa State playing for Fred Hoiberg.

Royce White Pt. 2: On mental health in the NBA (ep. 55)

July 13, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 29.7 MB

Royce White has been deemed a "head case" by many and many have marginalized his anxiety as simply not being able to fly. It is far more complex than that, as is the issues with the NBA. Royce talks very opening and passionately about his experience in the NBA, his friend Tyler Honeycutt that lost his life far too soon, what needs to be done, and what we can do about this mental health epidemic.