Campus Conversation
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Archived Podcasts
Unlucky Week 7: 10/16/17
Matt Schick, Adam Rittenberg and Ryan McGee discuss how Week 7's stunning upsets re-shaped the landscape (13:48), Nebraska's new AD (4:31) and much more. Plus, another edition of "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards (41:12).
Top 10 Shake-Up: 10/15/17
On the Sunday edition of Campus Conversation, Matt Barrie and Paul Finebaum recap Week 7 of CFB including all of the upsets in the Top 10, the guys pick the Playoff 4 as they see it, talk big picture of CFB and former Rutgers DT Eric LeGrand stops by to talk about Clemson and Ohio State.
Whooooo's OU?: 10/13/17
After an update on UNC from Ryan McGee (1:57), Peter Burns, Matt Schick and Heather Dinich discuss who runs the biggest risk of being this week's version of Oklahoma (14:34) and much more. Plus, another edition of "Talk Nerdy To Me" focusing on Miami's conference title hopes (43:17).
Take The Fork Out: 10/12/17
Matt Schick, Peter Burns and Chris Low discuss the coaches that have best resurrected their seasons (5:43), check in with great American orator Mike Leach (16:09) and more. Plus, the confidence meter (34:00) and Phil Steele's weekly visit (45:30).
Over The Hump: 10/11/17
Before a conversation with Iowa State WR Allen Lazard (28:53), Peter Burns, Ivan Maisel and Brad Edwards discuss their impressions from the first half of the season, including their biggest surprises, disappointments and more.
Leaving The Beavers: 10/10/17
Ivan Maisel, Heather Dinich and Jake Trotter welcome Adam Rittenberg to discuss Gary Andersen and Oregon State parting ways (1:36). Plus, Heather discusses what we can learn from the trends of the season's first half (12:23) and more.
Same Old: 10/9/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Ryan McGee discuss Iowa State's upset of Oklahoma, LSU getting off the mat, the Canes getting over the hump and much more from Week 6. Plus, the Monday edition of "Talk Nerdy To Me."
Rat Poison : 10/8/17
Matt Barrie and Paul Finebaum discuss Nick Saban's latest comments about positive media coverage as it pertains to Alabama, the Iowa State upset against Oklahoma, what's next for Jim Harbaugh and much more.
Forgotten Bird?: 10/6/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Jake Trotter discuss NC State's big win over Louisville, Lamar Jackson's shattered Heisman dreams and more. Plus, a preview of the weekend's best games and "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards and Seth Walder.
Predictions Cubed: 10/5/17
Matt Schick, Ryan McGee and Chris Low discuss AD dilemmas at LSU and Nebraska, take a ride on the confidence meter and break down the week's best games with Phil Steele.
The State Tournament: 10/4/17
Ivan Maisel, Brad Edwards and Jake Trotter discuss the intersection of social media in college football, debate the sport's best state and more. Plus, they chat with Troy quarterback Brandon Silvers.
Now Or Never?: 10/3/17
Ryan McGee, Ivan Maisel and Heather Dinich discuss Chris Petersen's issues with Pac-12 after dark, wonder if it's now or never for Miami against FSU and more. Plus, they catch up with USF QB Quinton Flowers.
September Superlatives: 10/2/17
Matt Schick, Adam Rittenberg and Chris Low discuss how Alabama and Clemson are separating themselves from the pack, weigh in on some crushing losses in the SEC and more. Plus, superlatives from the first full month of the season and another edition of "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards.
The Hottest Seat: 10/1/17
Today on Campus Conversation, Matt Barrie and Paul Finebaum talk Butch Jones being on the hot seat after getting shut out by Georgia, a recap of the CFB weekend and more.
On The Ropes: 9/29/17
Peter Burns, Ivan Maisel and Adam Rittenberg discuss Texas' impressive road win, debate which teams' seasons are already on the ropes and look ahead to the best games of Week 5. Plus another edition of "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards and Seth Walder.
Crossover Effect: 9/28/17
Matt Schick, Ryan McGee and Peter Burns discuss the impact the college basketball scandal could have on college football with ESPN recruiting analyst Gerry Hamilton. Plus, the guys hop on the confidence meter and chat with Phil Steele about Week 5's best games.
Never Coming Back Again?: 9/27/17
Ivan Maisel, Chris Low & Brad Edwards examine Butch Jones' latest outburst and debate when, and how, traditional powers like Tennessee, Nebraska and Michigan can regain glory.
Playing It Straight: 9/26/17
Ivan Maisel, Heather Dinich and Brad Edwards talk to Mark Schlabach about Florida's issues, discuss the "unbiased" top-10 at this point in the year and more.
Deuces Wild: 9/25/17
Matt Schick, Adam Rittenberg and Chris Low discuss Saquon Barkley's incredible performance, what may have turned into a two-man Heisman race and more. Plus, they ponder who are the second-best teams in the Power 5 conferences, the sickest fan bases, and another edition of "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards and Seth Walder.
Sweating It Out: 9/24/17
Matt Barrie and Paul Finebaum review Week 4 including Alabama rolling over Vanderbilt, the near upsets of Oklahoma and Penn State, TCU upsetting Oklahoma State in Stillwater, the big picture for the college football season, #Walkons and more.
I'm A Man: 9/22/17
Peter Burns, Ivan Maisel and Adam Rittenberg discuss Mike Gundy's career and growth as a coach, the Oklahoma State-TCU matchup this weekend, Nebraska firing Shawn Eichorst and more. Plus, another edition of "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards and Matt Morris.
The Unfamiliar Breed: 9/21/17
Peter Burns, Matt Schick and Adam Rittenberg give due credit to nontraditional powers off to fast starts, go through their confidence meters and more. Plus, Jake Trotter on David Boren's retirement announcement and Phil Steele's weekly visit.
Reality Check: 9/20/17
Ivan Maisel, Heather Dinich and Brad Edwards discuss which big (and not so big) name schools that are off to fast starts should be taken seriously. Plus, Edward Aschoff catches up with Washington DT Vita Vea and much more.
September Misery: 9/19/17
Ryan McGee, Chris Low and Jake Trotter debate how much of the SEC is actually on the hot seat, discuss frustrations coming out of Big Ten country, rivalry calendars and more.
The Rise Of The Fall: 9/18/17
Matt Schick, Ivan Maisel and Ryan McGee discussed what can be learned from the USC/Texas and Florida/Tennessee thrillers, Mississippi State and Clemson's big wins and more. Plus, a conversation with Mark Schlabach on the state of the SEC and another installment of "Talk Nerdy To Me."
Clemson Crushes Louisville : 9/17/17
Matt Barrie and Paul Finebaum review Week 3 of the CFB season including Clemson's big win over Louisville, USC holding on in double OT, Florida's miracle in The Swamp and more.
What, Me Worry?: 9/16/17
Good thing college football's top quarterback performs best under pressure, because Sam Darnold has returned USC to L.A.'s most glaring spotlight. By Molly Knight.
What If?: 9/15/17
Before catching up with TCU coach Gary Patterson, Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Heather Dinich wonder what could happen if top teams fall this weekend, examine how Texas and USC changed the landscape of college football nearly 12 years ago and more. Plus, Brad Edwards' "Talk Nerdy To Me."
Juice In The Swamp?: 9/14/17
Matt Schick, Ivan Maisel and Jake Trotter discuss if Louisville MUST win this weekend for Lamar Jackson's Heisman campaign, talk about the intrigue between Florida and Tennessee, read the confidence meter and more. Plus, Phil Steele stops by with an intriguing upset alert.
It's So Necessary: 9/13/17
Peter Burns, Ryan McGee and Brad Edwards discuss whether Tennessee or Florida is feeling more pressure this weekend, talk about Lamar Jackson's Heisman campaign as his Cardinals take on Clemson, wonder if USC is primed for an upset against Texas and more.
Damage Control: 9/12/17
Peter Burns, Chris Low and Jake Trotter discuss Baker Mayfield's apology, J.T. Barrett's critics and more. Plus, which coaches are already on the hot seat?
Buckeyes' Trend?: 9/11/17
Matt Schick, Ivan Maisel and Adam Rittenberg discuss Ohio State's troubling trend, review where their predictions were right and wrong and more. Plus, "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards and Seth Walder.
Baker Comes Up Big: 9/10/17
Matt Barrie and Paul Finebaum have your Week 2 CFB reactions from all across the country including Oklahoma's huge win over Ohio State, Clemson shutting down Auburn and more.
Over The Line: 9/8/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Chris Low discuss the racist letter sent to Kevin Sumlin with Sam Khan. Plus, they preview Week 2's best games and talk to Phil Savage about Nick Saban.
Texas-Sized Diss: 9/7/17
Matt Schick, Ryan McGee and Heather Dinich discuss Urban Meyer's criticisms of Tom Herman, reveal their confidence picks for Week 2 and more. Plus, a chat with Phil Steele.
Buyers And Sellers: 9/6/17
Ivan Maisel, Brad Edwards and Jake Trotter discuss the newest AP poll, debate which teams' stock they're buying and wonder about the perception of the Big 12.
Week 1 Scruff: 9/5/17
Peter Burns, Matt Schick and Ivan Maisel break down Tennessee's comeback over Georgia Tech, the rough week for Texas schools, impressive wins for Michigan and Alabama and more.
No Days Off : 9/3/17
On the premier of the Sunday edition of Campus Conversation, SC anchor Matt Barrie and SEC Network's Paul Finebaum recap Saturday's action including Alabama's dominating win, the impact of Deondre Francois' injury, Michigan's embarrassment of Florida and more. Plus, they answer #walkons.
Rust Shakers: 9/1/17
Before a conversation with Baylor coach Matt Rhule, Ivan Maisel, Heather Dinich and Chris Low discuss the implications of Thursday's games, look ahead to an incredible weekend, discuss Lane Kiffin's comments about last season's title game and more. Plus, the debut of "Talk Nerdy To Me" with Brad Edwards and Matt Morris.
Chomped: 8/31/17
Before a conversation with Virginia Tech's Justin Fuente, Adam Rittenberg, Heather Dinich and Jake Trotter react to more Florida suspensions and the Gators' QB selection, analyze the Thursday games and more. Plus, Phil Steele breaks down the best games of Week 1.
Who Needs It More?: 8/30/17
Before conversations with UVA's Bronco Mendenhall and Wake Forest's Dave Clawson, Matt Schick, Ivan Maisel and Chris Low discuss whether Jim Harbaugh or Jim McElwain is under more pressure, weigh in on the perception of Jimbo Fisher's media paranoia and more.
Starting Strong: 8/30/17
Ian Fitzsimmons and Kirk Herbstreit share their excitement over football's return, look ahead to an epic Week 1 and make their championship and awards predictions.
War Of Words: 8/29/17
Before conversations with NC State's Dave Doeren and Iowa State's Matt Campbell, Ryan McGee, Brad Edwards and Jake Trotter discuss the bickering between Jim Harbaugh and Jim McElwain, Art Briles' short-lived tenure in the CFL and more.
Zero's Heroes: 8/28/17
Before conversation's with Pitt's Pat Narduzzi and Syracuse's Dino Babers, Matt Schick, Ivan Maisel and Adam Rittenberg share their reaction from CFB's "Week 0," discuss Art Briles' new job, look ahead to the most compelling stories of the week and more.
Dabo's New Deal: 8/25/17
Before conversations with South Carolina's Will Muschamp and Kansas' David Beaty, Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Ryan McGee discuss Dabo Swinney's new contract, the weekend's games and more.
Poll Dancing: 8/23/17
Before discussions with USF's Charlie Strong and BC's Steve Addazio, Ivan Maisel, Jake Trotter & Chris Low react to the AP poll, discuss Max Browne's value at Pitt and more.
22 Harvest Street: 6/29/17
On December 4, 2015, University of Rochester defensive end Niko Kollias life changed forever. Kidnapped, tortured and robbed, Kollias survived an attack of unspeakable acts.
Likely Left Out?: 8/21/17
Before conversations with Miami's Mark Richt & GT's Paul Johnson, Peter Burns, Matt Schick & Heather Dinich debate which conference is most likely to get left out of the CFP, weigh in on Nick Saban's eclipse commentary and much more.
Leaders Of The Pack: 8/18/17
Before discussions with West Virginia's Dana Holgorsen and North Carolina's Larry Fedora, Ivan Maisel, Heather Dinich and Jake Trotter discuss the top active coaches, Nick Saban's recent rant about the media and more.
Tough Enough?: 8/15/17
Before conversations with Alabama's Nick Saban and Duke's David Cutcliffe, Peter Burns, Ivan Maisel and Heather Dinich remember Frank Broyles, debate the toughest divisions in college football and much more.
Chomping At The Bit: 8/14/17
Before chats with Clemson's Dabo Swinney & Oklahoma's Lincoln Riley, Matt Schick, Adam Rittenberg & Jake Trotter discuss the suspensions at Florida, weigh in on intriguing QB battles at places like Michigan, Texas, Miami, Virginia Tech and many more.
Speaking Out Of Turn?: 8/10/17
Before discussions with Florida State's Jimbo Fisher and K-State's Bill Snyder, Matt Schick, Ryan McGee and Jake Trotter weigh in on Josh Rosen's comments, the latest drama at Ole Miss and more.
Let The Conversation Begin: 8/8/17
Before conversations with Tennessee's Butch Jones and LSU's Ed Orgeron, Peter Burns, Adam Rittenberg and Jake Trotter discuss the biggest storylines surrounding coaches in 2017, how Ole Miss' future is impacted by the latest developments and much more.
Who do you love to hate?: 7/28/17
Peter Burns filled in for Paul and spoke with Mike Golic Jr., Ryan McGee, Chris Low and Adam Rittenberg as the Campus Conversation take over ended the week.
Rapid Fire predictions: 7/27/17
Peter Burns fills in for Paul and talks to a host of writers plus takes phone calls on rapid fire predictions for the season.
Nick Saban: "Tua has to play.": 7/26/17
Coach Saban chats with Peter Burns about his dynamic QB's and more. Other great guests include Pete Thamel, Spencer Hall, Booger McFarland and Matt Schick.
Is the ACC Better Than the SEC?: 7/25/17
The ACC may be better than the SEC. ACC coaches Mark Richt, David Cutcliffe, Jimbo Fisher and Justin Fuentes stop by and let us know which conference is better.
Hour 1: 7/24/17
Brad Edwards filled in for Paul and talked to Dabo Swinney, Clemson HC, Bill Snyder, Kansas State HC and Ivan Maisel on his newly titled "Campus Conversation" podcast.
SEC Stunner: 7/21/17
Before conversations with Oklahoma State's Mike Gundy and Texas Tech's Kliff Kingsbury, Ivan Maisel & Adam Rittenberg react to Hugh Freeze's resignation, discuss what's next for Ole Miss and more.
Talkin' Season: 7/11/17
Ivan Maisel, Chris Low and Heather Dinich discuss SEC media days, wonder if this is the year Miami finally bounces back and much more. Plus, a chat with Phil Steele.
The Next Chapter: 6/22/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Ryan McGee discuss the start of Lincoln Riley's tenure at Oklahoma, talk about the best coaching rivalries in college football, examine the financial quandaries at Cal and more.
Sooner Shocker: 6/7/17
Matt Schick, Adam Rittenberg and Heather Dinich react to the shocking news of Bob Stoops' retirement from Oklahoma and discuss what it means for OU and the Big 12.
A New Kind Of Rival: 5/30/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg & Chris Low discuss Lane Kiffin's camp, Playoff rivalries and more. Plus, they debate the best CFB broadcasters and game day cuisine.
Tech Exodus: 5/16/17
Ivan Maisel, Heather Dinich and Adam Rittenberg discuss the mass departure of players from Texas Tech, Oklahoma's future in the Big 12 and more with Jake Trotter. Plus, a conversation about Lane Kiffin's latest antics and a big signing for Tennessee.
Money Train: 5/4/17
Before a conversation with Penn State coach James Franklin, Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Matt Schick discuss the ramifications of Nick Saban's contract extension, a judge's criticism of Charlie Strong's program and more.
New & Improved?: 4/18/17
Ivan Maisel, Ryan McGee & Chris Low discuss their spring game impressions including Ohio State's revamped offense, Texas' new locker room & Nick Saban's comments on new rules.
Quick Fixes?: 4/5/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Heather Dinich discuss the fixes that need to be made for some championship contenders, Brian Kelly's criticisms of Deshone Kizer, the best redemption stories in college football history and more.
Here To Stay: 3/21/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Chris Low discuss a big signing for Clemson, Bob Stoops recent comments about facilities, Mike Gundy's personality evolution and more.
What's In A Number?: 3/8/17
Ivan Maisel, Ryan McGee and Chris Low run through recent news on and off the field and debate the most mythical jersey numbers at various schools throughout college football.
Ole Mess: 2/23/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Heather Dinich chat with Mark Schlabach about the latest issues at Ole Miss. Plus, they discuss the impact of Brian Daboll at Alabama and more.
Roll With It: 2/8/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg and Heather Dinich discuss Alabama's options after Steve Sarkisian's departure, more issues for the Baylor program and much more.
Signing Day Recap Special: 2/3/17
Matt Schick and Craig Haubert of Recruiting Nation recap an action-packed National Signing Day and break down which programs set themselves up for success in the coming years.
Signing Day Preview Special: 1/31/17
Matt Schick, Tom Luginbill & Craig Haubert of "Recruiting Nation" look ahead to National Signing Day, the latest on top uncommitted prospects & more. Plus Scott Van Pelt stops by to talk Maryland.
Put A Bow On It: 1/11/17
Ivan Maisel and Chris Low put Clemson's win in perspective, discuss the best stories of the 2016 season and look ahead to the future landscape of the sport.
One For The Ages: 1/10/17
Matt Schick, Adam Rittenberg & Brad Edwards recap the epic National Championship between Clemson and Alabama and delve into what the game means for the programs & the sport.
Game Day: 1/9/17
Ivan Maisel, Adam Rittenberg, Matt Schick & Ryan McGee preview the National Championship, discuss the dismissal of Sonny Dykes at Cal, the early departure of Mitch Trubisky from UNC and the newest CFB Hall of Fame class.
Rowing To Minnesota: 1/6/17
Matt Schick, Ivan Maisel and Doug Kezirian discuss Minnesota's hire of P.J. Fleck, the Sarkisian transition for Alabama's offense and much more.
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