Marty Smith's America The Podcast
164 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2.2K ratingsMarty Smith's America...The Podcast is an original podcast that incorporates Marty's unique brand of storytelling. Join the Marty Party to hear conversations with the biggest names in sports and entertainment.
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Episodes
See You Later
October 07, 2021 20:52 - 38 minutesWhat up y'all? It’s the final episode of Marty Smith’s America and Travis and I chat about how I injured my shoulder playing kickball, the big games in college football this weekend and what fair food is the best to eat
Penultimate
September 29, 2021 20:15 - 39 minutesWhat up y'all? Travis and I chat about the USA winning the Ryder Cup, outside of Bama is for real, Woo Pig on a role and more
I'm Smoked
September 23, 2021 12:52 - 41 minutesWhat up y'all? Marty talks about shooting a piece for Veteran’s Day in the Hudson River. Wearing Jorts on TV last week for the Florida/Alabama game and what we learned about Emory Jones. Lastly, how emotional it was to see Eric Church perform for the first time since COVID-19 started.
Dale Call Down
August 30, 2021 21:10 - 46 minutesWhat up y'all? College football is officially here and this fall Marty and McGee is hitting the road and Ryan McGee joins me to chat the show and of course we had to talk some ball
Who Is Trevor Lawrence?
August 25, 2021 12:41 - 1 hourWhat up y'all? Jeff Darlington had the first sit-down interview Trevor Lawrence since getting drafted and I chat with Jeff about who Lawrence is. We also get into Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers and the chip they play with. Plus, you’ll hear the interviews Ryan McGee and I did with Dan Mullen and Kirby Smart.
Oklahoma State HC Mike Gundy
August 02, 2021 15:33 - 55 minutesWhat up y'all? Last week I was at Oklahoma State for the NBA draft and was also able to chat with Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy. You’ll hear what he had to say on Texas and OU leaving the Big 12, what’s next for the conference and a whole lot more. Plus, Travis and I chat about the state of college football with the SEC adding Texas and OU, the transfer portal and NIL
Welcome to the SEC
July 26, 2021 15:23 - 46 minutesWhat up y'all? I chat about what SEC Media Days was like last week getting to chat with some amazing coaches and players. Plus, the bombshell delivered by Texas and OU leaving the Big 12 and what that means for everyone else. And, Lainie has a new crush and I love Australia’s Dean Boxall.
Everyone Is My Enemy
July 12, 2021 12:17 - 38 minutesWhat up y'all? In 2016, Lilly King took the world by storm speaking out against athletes cheating in the Olympics and backed it up, winning gold in the 100M Breaststroke. Since then, she has been nearly unbeatable as she heads to Tokyo looking to add to her medal count. I talked to her about the impact COVID had on her training for the Olympics, not being afraid to say what she thinks, how much money she would have made with NIL and a whole lot more. Plus, golf is a hard sport.
The Sheriff and The Mayor
July 05, 2021 16:32 - 54 minutesWhat up y'all? Now that college athletes can make money off their NIL, I caught up with two guys who could have made a killing last year. Coastal Carolina’s Teddy Gallagher and Silas Kelly talk NIL, being the underdog, mullets and a whole lot more. Plus, Travis and I chat about the power athletics have on a university and the town the college is in.
404
June 28, 2021 18:06 - 50 minutesWhat up y'all? Geoff Collins is trying to build something special at Georgia Tech and I chat with him about the program, building trust, what he learned from Nick Saban and a whole lot more. Plus, it’s Pickleball season.
Prime Time
June 23, 2021 15:52 - 57 minutesWhat up y'all? I went fishing with Deion Sanders and had time to sit down and chat with him about coaching, who reminds him of himself in the NFL and a whole lot more. Then, I chat with Travis about going to game 7 of the 76ers/Hawks series and what that was like.
Name, Image, Likeness is coming
June 08, 2021 15:32 - 58 minutesWhat up y'all? Name, image, likeness is on its way to college sports very soon and some schools are trying to be prepared. One is Duquesne' men's basketball program who recently hired Jordan Rooney as their personal brand coach. I chat with him about NIL, possible pitfalls for athletes, his goals, where he sees things going and a whole lot more.
Mickey Bars
May 31, 2021 23:03 - 56 minutesWhat up y'all? After a couple weeks off covering the Preakness, the PGA Championship and then a family vacation at Disney I am back and Travis and I chat about what I’ve been up to.
Elena Delle Donne
May 10, 2021 15:15 - 54 minutesWhat up y'all? This week I’m joined by Elena Delle Donne as she chats about what she’s most proud of, how her rehab is going, having to opt out of the WNBA season last year and a whole lot more. Plus, I chat with Travis about my weekend that consisted of two birthday parties for my daughters.
What A Weekend
May 04, 2021 12:29 - 1 hourWhat up y'all? This last weekend was one I won’t soon forgot. I spent Thursday at Clemson hanging out with Trevor Lawrence for the NFL Draft and then went to Louisville for the Kentucky Derby and met up with the guys from Boat Racing LLC, who own Hot Rod Charlie. You’ll hear my interviews with Trevor and Boat Racing LLC and Travis and I chat about the draft and derby
Hot Rod Charlie
April 27, 2021 16:42 - 50 minutesWhat up y'all? The Kentucky Derby is this Saturday and one of the favorites to win the 147th running is Hot Rod Charlie which is owned by Boat Race LLC. Boat Race LLC is made up of five former college football teammates at Brown University. We get into how they got into the horse racing business, why they decided to do this, how close they came to closing up shop and a whole lot more. Plus, Travis and I chat about Mint Juleps, my suits for the weekend and everything else that makes up the Ken...
From Broom Closet to President
April 20, 2021 19:19 - 1 hourWhat up y'all? This week I’m joined by the President of Joe Gibbs Racing, Dave Alpern. We chat about his book, growing up with Tourette syndrome, his relationship with J.D Gibbs and a whole lot more. Plus, Travis is hooked on F1 racing and has some questions that I try to answer
2021 Masters Recap
April 13, 2021 21:24 - 45 minutesWhat up y'all? Last week was another one of those pinch me moments as Travis and I spent the week at Augusta National covering the Masters and we chat about our week there.
2021 Masters Preview
March 30, 2021 18:40 - 47 minutesWhat up y’all? The Masters is next week and I’m joined by Michael Eaves and Matt Barrie as we discuss what makes Augusta National so special, the 2020 Masters and whole lot more.
Free Solo
March 25, 2021 22:16 - 50 minutesWhat up y'all. This week I'm joined by American rock climber Alex Honnold. He is the only person to free climb El Capitan and had a documentary made on it called "Free Solo". We chat about how he got into climbing, what's it like to climb without any equipment and more. Plus, Travis is still having issues dealing with OSU's loss to Oral Roberts
Out Of Gas
March 17, 2021 12:31 - 50 minutesWhat up y’all? This past weekend I was in Nashville covering the SEC Tournament and I get into what I saw and expect from those teams in the NCAA Tournament. I also get into how my trip ended with me getting in my truck only to find out it was out of gas at the airport. Finally, #whatcansyallgot and #AskMarty
Greg Sankey
March 08, 2021 23:31 - 55 minutesWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey as we chat about what this past year has been like leading the conference through a pandemic, conversations they had about canceling and more. I also ask him about the SEC having two black coaches in a title game for the first time. And, his thoughts on what’s going on at LSU.
Gus Malzahn
March 02, 2021 00:20 - 45 minutesWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by UCF’s new head coach, Gus Malzahn. Coach Malzahn talked about why he picked UCF, coaching against Nick Saban & more. Plus, Travis and I chat about my new hairstyle that didn’t work out. We also get into Tiger Woods’ car accident.
House of Highlights
February 23, 2021 01:00 - 53 minutesWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by ESPN’s Omar Raja. You might not know his name but you’ve probably seen his work. He’s the man behind ESPN’s “SportsCenter” IG account among other things at ESPN. Before coming to ESPN, Raja founded “House of Highlights” on IG while a student at UCF that became a must follow for regular fans and even for stars like LeBron James. Omar chats about how he got his career started, why he sold “House of Highlights” to Bleacher Report, what the coolest moment of...
Sawzalls Unite
February 15, 2021 16:32 - 43 minutesWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by former NFL running back Warrick Dunn as he chats about Deshaun Watson and learning that at the end of the day the NFL is a business first. He also gets into his charity, what it was like raising his siblings while playing in college and the NFL and much more. Plus, Travis and I chat about the Daytona 500 and how cool it was to see Michael McDowell get his first victory and why Chase Briscoe was flirting with danger during the rain delay.
Remembering Dale Earnhardt
February 13, 2021 15:05 - 53 minutesMarty & McGee remember Dale Earnhardt on the 20th anniversary of his passing at the Daytona 500. The guys chat about their memories of Big E, how Dale Jr. handled losing his father and many other stories. The Undefeated's Clinton Yates also joins them to discuss Dale Earnhardt.
Most Underrated Player
February 08, 2021 19:53 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? This week we get into Tom Brady winning his 7th Super Bowl and how impressive his career has been. However, the coolest moment for me was watching my brother Eric Church sing the national anthem at the Super Bowl. Plus, Todd McShay joins me to discuss Tom Brady and why the grade he gave him coming out of college helped jump start his career. He also gets into his upbringing, his relationship with Mel Kiper Jr. and more.
Wright Thompson
February 03, 2021 23:25 - 54 minutesWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by Wright Thompson as we chat about how he got his career started, how COVID has hurt his ability to come up with new ideas, covering Michael Jordan and much, much more. Plus, #AskMarty
Folds of Honor
January 19, 2021 22:21 - 55 minutesWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by Lt Col Dan Rooney as we talk about being a F-16 Fighter Pilot, PGA Golf Professional, his charity Folds of Honor and much, much more.
McKenzie Milton
January 13, 2021 20:11 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? It was a strange season but we got to the end of the college football season. I discuss what things were like at the National Championship game, Ohio State’s constant fight to have a season, how great Bama’s team is and more. Plus, McKenzie Milton turned UCF into a household name and then he suffered a catastrophic injury. McKenzie joins me to discuss that injury, his battle to get back on the field, why he decided to transfer to FSU and more.
12 Gauge
January 04, 2021 19:19 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? Ohio State did what basically nobody said they could do, beating Clemson and boy does my producer get animated watching OSU. We discuss what Travis was like and the assistance I needed ordering food Friday night from my hotel room. Then, with OSU one game away from a national title I talk about when I was embedded with the Buckeyes in 2014. Plus, Ohio State National Champion Cardale Jones joins me to discuss his time at OSU and the Hollywood movie that could be written about th...
Myrtle Beach Bowl Reaction
December 23, 2020 21:08 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? My brother Ryan McGee joins me this week as we discuss being on the call for the inaugural Myrtle Beach Bowl. Plus, we chat about the CFP Selection and whether or not they got it right and why Ohio State fans love when everyone is against them. Finally, the bowl system screwed over Coastal Carolina and I just realized Richard Petty has his own line of whiskey.
Thistlehair vs. Frosty
December 08, 2020 20:36 - 49 minutesWhat up y’all? Glad to be back after being off last week because of COVID. Travis and I discuss Thistlehair the Christmas bear vs Frosty the snowman, comparing 1996 Chicago Bulls roster to condiments, mullets, drive thrus & more.
Harvard of the South
November 24, 2020 14:57 - 32 minutesWhat up y’all? We’ve talked about the mullet a lot and I finally made my way to Myrtle Beach and got to Coastal Carolina in person as they knocked off App State. Plus, there’s real momentum of Marty and McGee getting to call the Myrtle Beach Bowl. Finally, #AskMarty returns with a Thanksgiving question.
The Masters with Verne Lundquist
November 19, 2020 22:53 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? Last week I had the honor to be at Augusta National Golf Club for the Masters and Travis and I chat about what it was like to cover the event without patrons. Plus, I learned a lot about my producer. Finally, Verne Lundquist joins us to discuss covering the Masters and chat about some of the historic games he's had the privilege to be on the call for.
Partly Cloudy
November 02, 2020 17:54 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? This week it’s a random tangent podcast. We talk about The Masters and what it will be like without any fans as Travis and I prepare to head down to Augusta. Brian Kelly’s reaction to ND facing Clemson this week without Trevor Lawrence. ESPN’s Joe Tessitore joins me to discuss being on the call for the Clemson/BC game and the cool moment that happened with his son (52:00). Finally, we talk candy and what Twitter thought about my list.
Railroad Baby
October 26, 2020 21:38 - 47 minutesWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by IU football coach Tom Allen as he talks about IU’s historic win, beating 8th ranked Penn State. Allen talks about being haunted from last year’s bowl game as to why he went for two and the win, what the play was called, what he learned from his team and more. Plus, with the Big Ten being back…that means Travis is finally happy.
Steve Smith Sr.
October 19, 2020 16:30 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? This week I’m joined by former NFL WR Steve Smith Sr. and this is unlike any interview you’ve ever heard from Steve. He talks about growing up in L.A during the riots, how serious he took his career, being elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame & more. Plus, Travis and I talk a little Brooks and Dunn and college football.
The Chanticleer Chandelier
October 12, 2020 17:19 - 49 minutesWhat up y’all? My love for mullets is well documented and our guest this week has a majestic mullet. Coastal Carolina linebacker Teddy Gallagher has gone viral with his mullet and we discuss the Chanticleer Chandelier, calling out Pat McAfee, the recent issue he had getting his haircut & more. Plus, Travis and I talk snacks and alcohol.
Love Ya Son
October 06, 2020 00:51 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? First on the podcast is singer/songwriter Ray Fulcher who discusses his new hit “Love Ya Son, Go Dawgs”, how he became friends with Luke Combs and more. I’m also joined by radio & TV personality Bobby Bones as he talks about growing up poor, country music entertainer of the year, his career and what the future holds for him. Plus, we sneak in #AskMarty between our two guests, talking board and card games.
The Next Joe Burrow
September 29, 2020 15:49 - 56 minutesWhat up y’all? We have a tangent podcast this week. I get into Kyle Trask’s performance on Saturday, Mike Leach going in Death Valley, Bama’s sustain excellence and more from the college football world. Plus, #AskMarty which includes aliens, snacks and country music
Penn State All-American Pat Freiermuth
September 22, 2020 17:43 - 54 minutesWhat up y’all? Before chatting with Penn State’s Pat Freiermuth, I talk about what it was like to cover a football game and my wardrobe that had everyone talking on social media. Then, #AskMarty that includes peanut butter and jelly, cereal and trains.
Shaun Wade Opts Out
September 14, 2020 21:41 - 48 minutesWhat up y’all? Ohio State Pre-Season All American CB Shaun Wade joins me to discuss why he decided now to declare for the NFL Draft, would he return if there was a vote passed to play and more. Plus, my brother Ryan McGee joins the podcast to chat about his new book and what it was like writing it.
Full Blown Thunder Cloud
September 09, 2020 21:26 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? I’m going camping this weekend with a bunch of friends and Travis and I chat about beer, music and lawn games. Then, we get into #AskMarty that has me talking about famous announcers, cooking for my kids, Friday Night Lights and why Jim Harbaugh and his team deserve a meeting with the school president.
Bo Knows Football
September 02, 2020 19:49 - 53 minutesWhat up y’all? We start off with #AskMarty talking The Highwaymen, cinnamon rolls, what it’s like when you become a parent & NASCAR. Then, Auburn QB Bo Nix joins us to discuss his confidence as a QB, Auburn missing 16 players because of COVID & more
Fastballs & Singles with Brett Young
September 01, 2020 11:45 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? This week I talk about whether or not my dog can see ghosts, what is the best NASCAR trophy and what my walk-up song would be. Plus, country superstar Brett Young chats about his baseball career, how his music career took off in Nashville & more.
EA Sports: It's In The Game
September 01, 2020 11:15 - 1 hourWhat up y’all? This week we talk about what sporting event I haven’t covered that I want to and give my Little Debbie power rankings. Plus, Steve Schnur, the Worldwide Executive & Producer of Music for Electronic Arts joins me to discuss his life in the music industry, the influence of music in video games, Snoop Dogg trying to get one of his songs in Madden & more.
Michigan DE, Aidan Hutchinson
August 19, 2020 17:45 - 21 minutesWhat up y’all? Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson joins me to discuss the frustration in having his season canceled, flawed information the conference is using and why he isn’t happy with Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren. Plus, how badly he wants another shot at Ohio State
The State of College Football
August 13, 2020 17:48 - 1 hourWhat up ya’ll? Texas A&M AD Ross Bjork joins me to discuss the economic impact COVID-19 has had on the Aggies, keeping the athletes safe, the idea of spring football & more. Plus, Randy Wade the father of OSU’s Shaun Wade and Carl Hilliard, the father of OSU’s Justin Hilliard talk about what it’s been like as a parent, what they would tell Big 10 commissioner Kevin Warren, what’s next for their sons & more.
Brooks Koepka: All Business
August 03, 2020 22:51 - 56 minutesWhat up ya’ll? The PGA Championship is this week and we have Brooks Koepka, who has won it the past two years on the podcast. We get into his 5-second rule in college, making friends on the tour, trying to defend a title and more. Plus, #AskMarty that includes fictional sports stars and cornbread.