Drinking the Blue Kool-Aid (A Detroit Lions Podcast)

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites in full to break down the biggest game in modern Lions history, a home matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Divisional Round. The krew kicks things off by previewing this Bucs team (5:00) before diving into their biggest concern with the NFC South champs (13:50). Then, the krew gives out their Roars of the Week (30:15) and world-famous predictions (37:10)...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Bob, and Connor reunite to discuss the greatest Lions win in recent memory, a 24-23 home win against the Los Angeles Rams. They start the episode by discussing what the win means to each of them before diving into the vives at Ford Field (hint: they were immaculate). Then, the krew goes deep into Jared Goff's revenge game performance, Hutchinson's domin...

The Blue Kool-Aid reunite to preview the first home playoff game in Ford Field history as the Lions host the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round. The krew kicks things off by going over the injury report before welcoming our very own Producer Kid J into the Lion's Den (8:40). After allowing him to barely escape with his life, the krew finishes out the episode by giving out our Roars of the...

The Blue Kool Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Bob, and Ruddog recap the Lions' 30-20 win against the Minnesota Vikings. They discuss the injuries to Sam LaPorta and Kalif Raymond, Hutch's dominating afternoon, Amon-Ra's big day, a short preview of the matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, and more! The audio is taken from our live recap on YouTube. Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:...

With the curtain about to close on the regular season, the Blue Kool-Aid krew previews the Lions' home finale against the Minnesota Vikings. The krew kicks things off by dissecting the fallout of the Week 17 call (1:00) before getting into the Pro Bowl announcements (8:45). Then, the guys go through all of the various Lions' playoff scenarios that are still up in the air and preview where...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Ruddog, and Connor break down the Lions 20-19 loss against the Dallas Cowboys, including the controversial two-point conversion, Jared Goff's struggles, Aiden Hutchinson's return to form, and more! Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingthebluekoolaid Email us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that cou...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunite to preview the Lions' final primetime game of the regular season against the Dallas Cowboys! They kick things off by previewing how the Cowboys' passing attack matches up against the Lions' defense (7:40) and other key aspects of the game. Then, the krew gives out their Roars of the Week (15:40) and world-famous predictions (24:30). Instagram:  @drinkingt...

The Detroit Lions have won their first division title in over 30 years and the Blue Kool-Aid trio of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog reunite to celebrate and break down the division-clinching game. They kick off the episode by describing the feelings of winning the NFC North for the first time, what it means to the fan base, and the timeline of the franchise (1:00). Then, the krew breaks down the Week 15 wi...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to preview the Lions' Christmas Eve matchup against the rival Minnesota Vikings. To kick off the episode, the krew welcomes Vikings fan Danny Deis into the Lion's Den to grill him all about his Viking fandom (3:55). After letting Danny barely escape with his life, the krew get into their Roars of the Week (26:05) and world-famous predictions (33:30). Finally...

The Blue Kool-Aid trio of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog reunite to discuss the Lions' 52-17 thrashing victory over the Denver Broncos. They discuss everything from Iffy Melifonwu's standout performance (2:00) to Jared Goff's record-setting game (16:00) to the referees finally being on the Lions' side (31:00) and so much more! Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions Y...

The full Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to discuss the Lions' Saturday primetime matchup against the Denver Broncos. First, they welcome Broncos fan Jeff into the Lion's Den (1:45) to grill him about his Broncos fandom and his thoughts on how Denver matches up against Detroit. Then, we welcome our guest picker Adam to help the krew pick their Roars of the Week (24:00) and give out our world-f...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog recap the Lions 28-13 loss to the Chicago Bears. They discuss the team's continuing 3rd quarter struggles, the offense playing poorly, Ben Jonson's questionable playcalling, and more! Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingthebluekoolaid Email us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could...

The Blue Kool-Aid trio of UJ, Bob, and Ruddog reunite to break down the Lions Week 14 matchup against the Chicago Bears. After hitting the injury report at the top of the show, the krew discusses the conditions at Soldier and how the Lions will adapt to the cold conditions on Sunday. Then, they give out our Roars of the Week (20:00) and world-famous predictions (26:30). Instagram:  @drinkingtheblu...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, Ruddog, and Connor reunite to discuss the Lions exciting 33-28 victory. They get into every angle of the game, from Sam LaPorta's star performance (1:15), the team's hot start in the 1st quarter (9:30). The krew also goes long on their concerns about the defense (12:30). Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingth...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, Bob, and Connor reunite to preview the Lions' Week 12 road matchup against the New Orleans Saints. The krew kicks off the show by going over the injury report before previewing the Saints team (10:10). Then, they welcome our guest picker, Jonny, to help give out our Roars of the Week (17:50) and predictions (25:15). Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog reunite after the holiday weekend to break down the Lions' disappointing 29-22 loss to the Green Bay Packers. They discuss their concerns about the poor offensive line play, Dan Campbell's fake punt, and more! Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingthebluekoolaid Email us your thoughts or record a que...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew is here to prep you for the annual Thanksgiving game against the Green Bay Packers! They kick things off by discussing what they want to see from the defense this week (2:50) before diving into their Roars of the Week (17:45) and giving out their world-famous predictions (24:45)! Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingthebluekoolaid...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog recap the Lions HUGE come-from-behind victory against the Chicago Bears. This audio is taken from our live YouTube recap, which take place after every Lions game. Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingthebluekoolaid Email us your thoughts or record a question/reaction that could be used in the show to drinki...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew, minus Big Z, reunite to discuss the Lions Week 11 home matchup against the Chicago Bears. After starting the dshowith some news and notes, the krew welcomes Bears fan Jim into The Lions Den (4:10). After letting Jim barely escape with his life, the krew brings in guest picker Drew to give our Roars of the Week (19:50) and our world-famous predictions (29:50). Instagram:  @d...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew gather on the heels of the ZLions 41-38 road victory against the Chargers. They discuss Amon-Ra St. Brown's elite performance, the dominating rushing attack, and their growing concerns about the defense. This audio is taken from our post-game livestream, found on our YouTube channel below. Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingt...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew return from their bye week break to preview the Lions' Week 10 road matchup against the LA Chargers. The krew kicks thibgs off by discussing the Lions' trade for Donovan Peoples-Jones (1:30) before diving into how Detroit getting healthy will impact their play going into the second half of the season. Then, they welcome guest picker Stephen to help give out their Roa...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites immediately after the Lions' 26-14 victory on Monday Night Football. They rejoice over Jahmyr Gibbs' breakout performance, the defense's sack party, and more! Afterward, they dive into who the Lions could and should target at the trade deadline. Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingthebluekoolaid Email us your...

The Blue Kool-Aid krew reunites to preview the Lions' Week 8 Monday Night Football matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. To open the show, Raiders Fan Chris enters the Lion's Den to banter with the krew and give his prediction on the game (1:50). After allowing Chris to barely escape with his life, they welcome guest picker Taylor to help give out their Roars of the Week (23:15), forecast...

The Blue Kool-Aid trio of Big Z, UJ, and Ruddog gather to give their reactions to the Lions' 38-6 blowout loss on the road at the Baltimore Ravens. This audio was taken from our recap livestream, which we do every game day. Follow us on social media to stay updated on when we go live: Instagram:  @drinkingthebluekoolaid Twitter/X:  @drinkinglions YouTube:  drinkingthebluekoolaid Email us your...

The Lions are tied for the top record in the NFC going into their Week 7 road matchup against the Ravens and the Blue Kool-Aid krew is here to preview the game! They start things by debating Jared Goff's MVP candidacy (1:45) before diving in the injury report. Then, they preview the matchup against the Ravens themselves and how the Lions can stop Lamar Jackson and co (23:00). Afterwards, the k...