Ramblin' Raiders Podcast

Feeling 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!

The 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.

On 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.

On 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!

Mimosa 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! 

The 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!

After 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!

As 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. 

The 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.

Texas 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...

The 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 Bose...

On 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 comeb...

On 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.

On 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

Year 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.

The 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!

The 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...

On 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.

Texas 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.

Ep. 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!

On 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.

On 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 F...

On 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...

The 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 tune...

Join the guys for the first chapter of the Ramblin' Raiders rollback series as they deep dive into the 2008 Texas Tech football season! This week's Hot Take is a full scale assault on anyone questioning whether Lubbock is a good college town. Laney Cakes and Jackson finish strong by shouting out Red Raider alum and LA Chargers head coach, Anthony Lynn in the Matador Motivational!