Ramblin' Raiders Podcast
197 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 217 ratingsThe Ramblin' Raiders Podcast was started by two Texas Tech Alumni to provide a fun, fresh take on everything related to Texas Tech Athletics. The Ramblin' Raiders will also be dishing out a wide variety of Hot Takes, accompanied with an inspirational segment they call the Matador Motivational.
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Episodes
Episode 92: The Prince That Was Promised
April 11, 2021 21:15 - 50 minutes - 33.2 MBJoin the Ramblin' Raiders for this special episode in which they give their reactions to Texas Tech Men's basketball naming Mark Adams as the new HC! They also give a shout-out to the 4x National Championship winning Wool judging team! Great takes and great times, Ramble on!
Episode 91: Group Therapy Session
April 03, 2021 19:18 - 55 minutes - 40.9 MBIf you've been feeling down or frustrated with the events that took place Thursday with the Texas Tech basketball program, this episode might be of great interest to you! Disclaimer: We speak very candidly on this episode about our opinions on the University of Texas and Chris Beard's handling of this transition. This episode features explicit language.
Episode 90: He's Not Leaving
March 30, 2021 14:22 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBThis past week has been a rollercoaster for Texas Tech fans... The Ramblin' guys discuss rumors around Chris Beard, potential transfers and guys leaving for the draft, as well as a look at all other Tech sporting outcomes from the weekend! There are some heaters on this ep you don't want to miss!
Episode 89: March Sadness
March 24, 2021 12:22 - 1 hour - 33.8 MBWe got that March Sadness in the air after Texas Tech's tough defeat in this year's NCAA Tournament. Jackson and Nick are here to recap the two round tourney run, and try to give a little much needed relief for all the fans out there.
Episode 88: Let the Madness Begin
March 17, 2021 15:31 - 53 minutes - 35.9 MBThe madness is here! Join the Ramblin' Raiders as they discuss the field of 64 teams in this year's big dance, as well as Texas Tech's potential road to the Sweet 16! With Mr. March leading the way, anything is possible! Let's get loud!
Episode 87: Tourney Time
March 10, 2021 15:47 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBMarch is here and it's Big XII Tourney time! Join the guys as they recap their experience at the Shriner's College Classic as well as discuss the TTU basketball team's tournament potential! The Hot Take is for all Juul sympathizers and the MM is straight from our new TTU recruiting director, Eron Hodges. Enjoy and #RambleOn
Episode 86: Sweeps and Wings
March 03, 2021 15:50 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBThis week's content is as hot as a Chris Beard team in the month of March! The boys settle the debate of flapppers vs drums in the Hot Take, and give a small business shout out on the Matador Motivational!
Episode 85: Hittin' Taters with the Red Raiders
February 26, 2021 11:13 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBJoin our host, Nick Thomson, as he brings in a special guest for this unique edition of the Ramblin' Raiders Podcast. Spring is in the air as they deep dive into what the Texas Tech baseball season will be bringing to the table.
Episode 84: 90's Kids, Take a Bow
February 19, 2021 20:27 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBIf you've had a shitty week, this episode is for you! We talk Texas Tech Athletics, 90s kids acting a fool back in the day, and having some humanity on our Matador Motivational! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe #RambleOn
Episode 83: Let the Boys Play
February 09, 2021 16:55 - 51 minutes - 34.4 MBNew Week, New Episode for the Ramblin' Raiders. Nick & Jackson discuss the victory at Kansas State on Saturday, and the implications of the big West Virginia Matchup tonight in Lubbock. Later, in the Hot Take they debate cancelling the Big XII Tournament, Finally, extra grace is required for the MM.
Episode 82: You're Never Out of the Fight
February 03, 2021 19:54 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBJoin the guys as they recap the Red Raider Hoop's 2 game win streak! Jackson's trip to LSU is re-lived through the eyes of the beholder. Later, the Hot Take is regarding Tech's grey jersey combos, and the Matador Motivational reminds us you're never out of the fight!
Episode 81: Battle in the Boot
January 29, 2021 20:24 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MBJoin our guy Jackson and AYS Network Host, Blake Ruffino as they break down this week's much anticipated basketball matchup between Texas Tech and LSU! They also discuss fun memories in Baton Rouge, and the best places for fans to go grab a drink. Get ready for the Battle in the Boot! #Wreckem #Rambleon
Episode 80: Let It Go
January 27, 2021 19:33 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBNeed help letting go of that tough loss? Join the Ramblin' Raiders as they talk all Texas Tech sports and analyze the WVU loss. They also look at the upcoming match up with LSU and beg the question...are the "Patrick Mahomes went to Texas Tech" jokes played out? Don't miss this premium content! #RambleOn
Episode 79: Mac City
January 20, 2021 15:51 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBNo basketball this week, no problem! Join the Ramblin' Raiders via audio or video, as they break down last week's men's basketball split series, and analyze where this team stands in the Big XII! They also discuss the Lady Red Raider's W against the Horns! The Hot Take is a gambling thriller, and the MM is dedicated to the legacy of MLK. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe.. Wreck 'Em! #RambleOn
Episode 78: No Nimari, No Problem
January 12, 2021 16:37 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBNick and Jackson are back for another fun episode of the Ramblin’ Raiders Podcast. Tune in to see the guys re-live the Red Raiders 27 point victory against Iowa State in the Coliseum. Later, they preview the upcoming hell week against Texas & Baylor. Finally, hear their take on the most recent departure from the Texas Tech basketball program. The Matador Motivational this week is a call to respect the person on the other end of the line.
Episode 77: Now You See Us
January 06, 2021 23:56 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIt's a new year and the Ramblin' guys are back with some more spicy takes on Texas Tech sports! Only difference? Now you can watch our episodes on Youtube and soon to be Twitch! This week's discussion is about Texas Tech basketball, bowl results/opt outs, and a Matador Motivational posed by Texas Tech legend, Daryl Dora! Don't miss out!
Episode 76: Sing It Elvis
December 30, 2020 01:34 - 48 minutes - 56.4 MBJoin these Ramblin' Raiders as they preview the upcoming week for Texas Tech Men's Hoops! Laney and Nick preview some upcoming Big XII matchups including the game against Oklahoma State, and tell you why you need to be cautious going into 2021. It's not always sunshine and rainbows!
Episode 75: Christmas Time in Raiderland
December 23, 2020 23:44 - 1 hour - 93.4 MBMerry Christmas from the Ramblin' Raiders! The guys had a jolly good time discussing Texas Tech hoops (Kansas & OU), the Sonny Cumbie hire, talking to your kids about Santa (or not), and the importance of giving small gifts! This ep is full of the seasonal joy that you don't want to miss out on.
Episode 74: Yost is Toast
December 16, 2020 15:02 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBIt's been a crazy couple of days for TTU Fans! The Ramblin' Raiders are here to catch you up on everything you need to know. This ep includes the Yost firing, football woes, Kansas hoops preview, favorite Christmas movies/songs, and a great charity to donate to to get you in the giving spirit! Don't miss this premium content with a laugh!
Episode 73: Life After Kansas
December 09, 2020 13:49 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBJoin the Ramblin' Raiders for a light hearted yet informative discussion on all things Texas Tech including the win against Kansas, and current state of the basketball programs! Later, the guys argue that Dewey Cox might be the G.O.A.T of the music industry. They finish off with a helpful analogy on which ladder to climb... Ramble On!
Episode 72: Can't Keep the Big Dawg Down
December 03, 2020 00:32 - 1 hour - 78.5 MBThe Ramblin' Raiders are back with content overload! They discuss TTU basketball, the heartbreaker in Stillwater, the upcoming Senior Day game, and potential bowl matchups! They also talk about their experience at the TTU v UH game this weekend. Rate, Review, Subscribe, and most importantly, enjoy!
Episode 71: Daddy's Home
November 26, 2020 13:52 - 1 hour - 78.5 MBWhile you're traveling and enjoying this time of blessings, treat yourself to a sit down conversation between two Ramblin' men.. They discuss the match up in Stillwater, some basketball hype, recruiting commitment videos, and owning the day! The best content around and you don't want to miss it. We're thankful for the listeners!
Episode 70: Big Hit and Tight Kicks
November 20, 2020 14:47 - 58 minutes - 65.3 MBTwo pods in one week! As you get ready to travel for the holidays join the guys for a spirited discussion on the win over Baylor. Was the "surrender slide" the right call? Do you write things down? Prime time content as always, with a few laughs and movie quotes!
Episode 70: Big Hits and Tight Kicks
November 20, 2020 14:47 - 58 minutes - 65.3 MBTwo pods in one week! As you get ready to travel for the holidays join the guys for a spirited discussion on the win over Baylor. Was the "surrender slide" the right call? Do you write things down? Prime time content as always, with a few laughs and movie quotes!
Episode 69: Basketball Preview w/ Ronald Ross
November 17, 2020 21:39 - 47 minutes - 30.2 MBWith 8 days 'till the start of college basketball, it's time to talk Texas Tech Hoops! Join the Ramblin' Raiders for a discussion with Texas Tech Hall of Famer, Ronald Ross, on the culture and history of TTU basketball! Disclaimer: The first few minutes of this have some technical glitches, but it smooths out around minute 5. You do not want to miss this exciting and unique content!
Episode 68: The Return of the BUTT Fumble
November 11, 2020 13:48 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBIf you are a suffering Red Raider fan, this is your remedy! The guys have it out on the frustrations with the TTU football program and discuss long term solutions. Hot Take: Don't jump the gun on Christmas. MM: Quiet strength and learning to be still. Ramble on friends!
Episode 67: I Think I'm Gonna Be Sick
November 04, 2020 17:05 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBFeeling Antsy waiting on election results? Give this comical conversation between the Ramblin' Raiders a listen to ease your suffering! They talk meat judging, OU debacle, take stabs at Gary P/TCU, why spooky things don't happen in the Jones at night, and why it's important to educate yourself when voting! Can't miss content!
Episode 66: Old Town Roads over Country Roads
October 27, 2020 23:11 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBThe guys relish in the SWEET VICTORY achieved by Texas Tech football this weekend over West Virginia! They also bring on a special guest host to help preview the Halloween "fright night" showdown between TTU and the Oklahoma Sooners. There's scaries, there's laughs, there's trash talk...it's the Ramblin' Raiders Podcast.
Episode 65: Now or Never
October 22, 2020 11:53 - 57 minutes - 67.6 MBOn this episode of the Ramblin' Raiders, the guys preview our Homecoming game this weekend against West Virginia. Key personnel, matchups to watch out for, and keys to victory are discussed. Later, in the Matador Motivational, BJ Symons is striving for honor.
Episode 64: Halloween Special feat. The Blondetourage
October 20, 2020 19:54 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBOn this Halloween Special, Nick and Jackson interview "The Blondetourage... These girls blow away the competition with their spicy takes on all things Halloween and love in Lubbock, Texas! Be prepared to laugh, to cry, and to find yourself saying wtf... This ep is sensory overload!
Episode 63: Backs Against the Wall
October 14, 2020 11:08 - 47 minutes - 53.5 MBMimosa towers and Offense cowers! The Griffon bro's talk Covid updates, volleyball, soccer, and the disappointing showing in Ames.. Is Yost in trouble? How important is the WVU game? Who should be QB? Find out on this week's Ramblin' Raiders Podcast!
Episode 62: Same Old Song and Dance
October 07, 2020 14:04 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBThe Ramblin' guys discuss the tough loss to K-State, and look ahead to the big matchup in Ames this weekend! On the Hot Take: Is there a QB controversy in LBK? What is targeting? On this week's Matador Motivational: "Do Something Hard". Another week, another podcast!
Episode 61: Down But Never Out
September 30, 2020 12:57 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBAfter experiencing a crushing blow against UT, the guys rally the fans with their unique perspective for the future! This episode also provides a first look at the K-State match-up, with score predictions. You don't want to miss this week's Hot Take on how to beat 'The Curse of the Pirate'. The MM features a very uplifting story!
Episode 60: Texas Fight, Yeah Right
September 23, 2020 10:56 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBAs the Texas Longhorns make their way to Lubbock this week, the guys spend some time previewing the matchup to come. Later, in the Hot Take segment, the Ramblin' Raiders take a stroll down memory lane and tell us their favorite stories from prior UT weekends. Finally, in the Matador Motivational, the social dilemma is brought to light.
Episode 59: Trouble on Easy Street
September 16, 2020 11:42 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBThe Red Raiders escaped with a win last Saturday against HBU. Some would say there was Trouble on Easy Street. Tune in to this week's recap of the game and hear what Texas Tech needs to do in order to improve going into Big 12 play.
Episode 58: Road to Redemption
September 09, 2020 12:27 - 57 minutes - 62.2 MBTexas Tech football is back and it's Week 1! The Ramblin' Raiders are also back to cover and preview the match-up as we're set to face off against Houston Baptist. Tune in to see who to watch for, along with score predictions. The Hot Take includes another debate- Is Fireflies by Owl City a banger? Finally, in the Matador Motivational, the guys want you to be a thermostat rather than a thermometer.
Episode 57: Is Our Defense as Tough as Shia LaBeouf?
September 02, 2020 00:52 - 53 minutes - 58 MBThe Ramblin' Raiders flip it on over to the defensive side of the ball, and preview the 806 defense that coach Patterson will be sending out this year. With movie going picking back up, the guys rip a Hot Take on who they claim to be the GOAT of movie actors... Shia LaBeouf. On this week's Matador Motivational, they keep the actor talk going by speaking on how great of a man the late Chadwick Boseman was.
Episode 56: We're going to 60, who's coming with us?
August 26, 2020 02:25 - 52 minutes - 58.8 MBOn this episode, the guys deep dive into the 2020 Texas Tech offense, and bring you their analysis & opinion of what Matt Wells will bring to the table in the shortened Covid-19 season. Will the Hair Raid offense play up to standard, or will we see more of the same? Later, the Ramblin' Raiders bring you their season record predictions in the Hot Take. On this week's Matador Motivational, the comeback is greater than the setback.
Episode 55: Remembering to Never Forget
August 19, 2020 02:57 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBOn this episode, the guys pay tribute to Tommy "Mr. Red Raider" McVay, and discuss who to watch out for in the Big 12 this football season! They also look at where Coach Wells sits with the fans, and remind listeners to "be where your feet are" in this week's Matador Motivational. All in all, a midweek pick me up as we brace ourselves for the return of college football.
Episode 54: All Around Wake Up Call
August 12, 2020 11:20 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBOn this ep, the guys bring you their takes on the Marlene Stollings Saga that ensued last week, which ended in her firing from the Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball head coaching position. Also on this ep, could it be the end of the Power 5 conferences? Last thing- Don't compare us to Baylor.. Ever
Episode 53: Football Horizon/Astros Hate Mob
August 05, 2020 01:36 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBYear 2 starts off with a bang as the Ramblin' Raiders pick up right where they left off -- bringing you the hottest of takes! Jackson & Nick discuss the possibility of a shortened Big XII football schedule. Later, "Hot Takes with Laney Cakes" makes an appearance to bring the Astros Hate Mob to light. Finally, the guys motivate us with Matador Motivational about putting others first.
Episode 52: Best of The Year
July 26, 2020 19:56 - 54 minutes - 42 MBThe Ramblin' Raiders Podcast is 1 year old, and we're in celebration mode! On this ep, we take a look back at our favorite moments caught on tape. Included are clips from past episodes, so come take a trip back in time with the Ramblin' Raiders!
Episode 51- Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good
July 17, 2020 12:14 - 52 minutes - 58.9 MBThe Texas Tech Red Raiders have new football jersey's, but will they even get to use them this year? The guys discuss the school's financial burden of having a reduced football schedule or not having a season at all. Later in the Hot Take, they call out the Pac-12 and Big 10 for cancelling their non-conference schedule. Finally on the Matador Motivational, Jackson and the guys speak about getting fired. Could it really be a good thing? Stay tuned in.
Episode 50: Christmas in July
July 10, 2020 15:38 - 56 minutes - 62.4 MBOn this 50th episode celebration, the guys bring some Christmas joy to the listeners in a celebration for the books. This fun filled episode includes Patrick Mahomes' contract extension talk, Joey Chestnuts hot dog eating prowess, and a Kobe Matador Motivational for inspiration. You do not want to miss out on this one.
Episode 49: TTU Football Players Are Back And So Is Nick
July 01, 2020 22:26 - 49 minutes - 31.7 MBTexas Tech football players are all back on campus and after a minor complication from Covid-19, so is producer/host, Nick Thomson. He and Jackson give their best take on how they think the CFB season will shape up and then debate on why Tech's recent Under Armour contract extension is match made in heaven. In the motivational, the guys discuss being wired tight.
Episode 48: Ramblin' Rollback 2008- Smile Because It Happened
June 24, 2020 22:34 - 1 hour - 74 MBEp. 48 is here and is sure to be one of our best podcasts yet! The Griffon brothers finish the Ramblin' Rollback circa 2008 and dive into the best ways of beer consumption for tailgate seasons in the Hot Take! This week's Matador Motivational is for the grandparents!
Episode 47: Ramblin' Rollback 2008- Beginning of the End
June 17, 2020 22:11 - 1 hour - 72 MBOn this episode the guys continue their Ramblin' Rollback, revisiting the 2008 football season by recapping the Oklahoma State victory and OU blowout. They bring back the Hot Take segment on this episode, blowing up the "Cancel Culture" that is taking place today. Finally, on the Matador Motivational, they speak on Texas Tech DB's Coach Derek Jones' recent tweet about sincerity.
Episode 46: Ramblin' Rollback 2008- The Catch Heard Round The World
June 10, 2020 14:12 - 1 hour - 79 MBOn this episode, the guys are pleased to bring you their take on the legendary match-up in 2008 vs. #1 Texas. The Crabtree catch heard round the world wasn't the only craziness to come out of this game. Tune in to hear it all from the College Gameday, to the madness on the field, and to the fans storming the Jones. Later on, the Matador Motivational highlights Tony Dungy's thoughts on the George Floyd protests.
Episode 45: 7th Inning Stretch
June 05, 2020 11:59 - 46 minutes - 56.5 MBOn this episode, Nick brings back special guest from Episode 34, Texas Rangers pitcher and friend of the pod, John King. In this quick hitter episode, the guys discuss the current situation with the MLB attempting to get the 2020 season started. Will there even be a season? Stay tuned for the Matador Motivational to hear why it's important to stay humble and love thy neighbor. You'll hear that you really need to watch where your source of information comes from.
Episode 44: Ramblin' Rollback 2008- A Pirate Beats A Soldier
May 29, 2020 12:45 - 58 minutes - 65.7 MBThe guys continue their rollback of the 2008 Texas Tech football season as they take a look back and recap the Texas A&M and Kansas games. How did Mike Leach fair against the Aggies all-time? They dive into the coaching history and pedigree of Leach as a head coach. In the Hot Take, the guys give their piece on the 'Call Her Daddy' fight and try to give some advice to their lady friends. Stay tuned for the Matador Motivational as they finish up with their last commencement of graduate shout ...