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J.P. is flying solo for the final episode of Viva La Vida (for now....) He recaps the TN/Vandy game from this past week, gives some insight into the TN Basketball game vs. Syracuse that was going on during recording, gives his Two cents on TN's quarterback situation and the drama surrounding Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss for LSU. You want a Macho Man impression? You got one! The show takes a wild t...

Carlos and J.P. break down Tennessee’s upset win over No. 3 Houston, injury updates on J.P. Estrella and Bishop Boswell, and what their return means for the Vols’ depth. We also cover OC Joey Halzle’s Broyles Award nomination, Tennessee’s strong football finish, and the baseball staff change with Josh Reynolds promoted to pitching coach. Plus—what to watch for the Van...

En el Episodio 13 de Viva La Vida , Carlos y JP analizan la victoria de Homecoming, la expulsión de Boo Carter y cómo la lesión de JP Estrella impacta las aspiraciones del equipo masculino rumbo al Final Four. También hablan del gran potencial de las Lady Vols, del significado de Viva La Vida para la representación latina y del futuro de la transmisión dep...

History is made on Viva La Vida , the first-ever Spanish-language show to air on 99.1 FM in Knoxville! This episode features a GIGANTIC pre-recorded interview as Carlos Lopez sits down with Tennessee Quarterback Joey Aguilar for an exclusive conversation. In-studio, Carlos Lopez and J.P. Vasquez break down everything coming out of the Tennessee bye week and preview the Vols’ next matchup aga...

Lady Vols Tennis Head Coach Alison Ojeda joins Carlos and J.P. and shares her unique perspective on the intersectionality of being a Jewish Latina transplant from Texas that fell in love with the Volunteer Spirit. She talks about her approach to leadership and motivation and shares her experience being a freshman at UT during the famous 1998 National Championship football season. Discover what Pat...

2023 SEC Freshman Diver of the Year Nick Stone joins Carlos and J.P. for another episode of  Viva La Vida! He talks about his Texas upbringing, Mexican heritage, and how he conquered his fear of heights to reach the top of the SEC! Nick Stone, clavadista novato del año 2023 de la SEC, se une a Carlos y J.P. para otro episodio de Viva La Vida. Habla sobre su crianza en Texas, su herenci...

“Vols Derrotados en Tuscaloosa” Carlos López y J.P. Vásquez analizan la dura derrota de los Vols ante Alabama — los errores costosos, la falta de comunicación y las claves para lograr la victoria en su próximo juego cuando viajen a Lexington para enfrentar a Kentucky en el Kroger Field. Además, los muchachos comentan los rumores que rodean al en...

Carlos and J.P. welcome Venezuelan tennis star and Lady Vols standout Vanesa Suarez to Viva La Vida! The guys chat with Vanesa about her Venezuelan roots and how they shaped her competitive mindset, her love for Bad Bunny’s music, how she first fell in love with tennis, and her journey to becoming part of the Lady Vols. Plus, she gives listeners an inside look at what fuels the Lady Vols&rsq...

Mirando hacia esta semana contra Arkansas. Ambos equipos vienen de semanas de descanso. ¿Quién ganará en Neyland? Creo que ya saben lo que vamos a decir. Looking forward to this week against Arkansas. Both teams are coming off bye weeks. Who's going to get the win at Neyland? I think you already know what we're going to say. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J.P.  y Carlos platican sobre la victoria de Tennessee en Starkville contra Mississippi State. Comentamos qué cosas queremos ver mejorar en el equipo y le ponemos una calificación a la temporada hasta ahora. También jugamos un poco de trivia de UT vs. Arkansas y miramos hacia el partido contra los Razorbacks en Neyland Stadium el 11 de octubre. Además, estrena...

Carlos y J.P. analizan la victoria de Tennessee sobre la Universidad de Alabama en Birmingham, repasando los aciertos y errores del equipo de fútbol americano y lo que necesitan ajustar para lograr un triunfo en Starkville contra Mississippi State. También comentan el retiro de Bruce Pearl, el significado de la victoria de Syracuse sobre Clemson, y las novedades del nuevo calendario...

Carlos y J.P. invitan a jugador de media cancha, Angelo Kelly de One Knox Soccer para discutir su viaje desde Honduras a Knoxville y que consejo le quiere dejar a la proxima generacion de atletas. Los muchachos regalan un paquete de cuatro boletos a un partido de One Knox contra Charlotte! Carlos & J.P. invite One Knox Soccer Midfielder Angelo Kelly to the program to discuss his journey from H...

Carlos Lopez and JP Vasquez host the initial edition of Viva La Vida in advance of Tennessee taking on Syracuse on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlos and J.P. discuss the aftermath of Tennessee's visit to Atlanta and their victory over the Syracuse Orange. What are the strengths and weaknesses in their game so far? How can they continue to improve on the road to their Neyland Showdown against Georgia? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlos Lopez and JP Vasquez welcome Lady Vol legend Alexis Hornbuckle to Viva La Vida. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.