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The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football

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Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel and Ralph Russo discuss the latest in college football, interview the biggest names in the sport and give insight into the most relevant topics dominating the discussion. From National Signing Day to the National Championship, Bruce, Stew and Ralph have you covered year-round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

11/27: What the heck happened in Knoxville? + more from Rivalry Week 27.11.2017

In this week's show, Stew and Bruce talk about the Greg Schiano/Tennessee fiasco (1:00); Auburn's upset over Alabama in the lron Bowl (12:00); Alabama vs. Ohio State playoff debate (16:00); and UCLA hiring Chip Kelly (37:30). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/20: Who will win the Chip Kelly Sweepstakes? + more from a news filled Week 12 20.11.2017

In this weeks The Audible Bruce and Stew get everyone up to speed on the already fast moving coaching carousel (1:00); They break down whether UCLA or Florida is the better fit for Chip Kelly (4:30); What they thought of Baker Mayfield's sideline actions against Kansas (22:30); and answer your questions in the mailbag (29:00). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/13: The Return of The U & more from a chaotic Week 11 13.11.2017

Stew & Bruce start this week's podcast talking about Butch Jones' dismissal from Tennessee (1:00); They break down which SEC East job is better between Tennessee & Florida (8:00); and address the seemingly never-ending rumors of Jon Gruden coaching the Volunteers (11:30).They also talk about last Friday's Stanford-Washington upset (15:30); Ohio State's CFP chances (20:30); and Miami's huge...

11/6: Which 2-loss teams have the best playoff shot? + Mark Helfrich 06.11.2017

Stew and Bruce recap all of the action from Week 10 of the college football season, including Ohio State’s loss to Iowa and their struggles on defense (8:00) Which two-loss teams have the best shot to make the playoffs thus far (11:30); Is Miami back? (21:00); Bruce compares Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield to Johnny Manziel (25:00); Former Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich joins the show to discuss his t...

10/30: Should Ohio State be ranked ahead of Oklahoma? + SI's Andy Staples 30.10.2017

Bruce and Stew start this weeks podcast joined by SI's Andy Staples to talk about what happened at Florida with Jim McElwain (4:30) and who should be the next head coach in Gainesville (14:00).After the interview the guys recap Ohio State's win over Penn State (25:00); they discuss whether OSU should be ranked ahead of Oklahoma (33:00); and the unexpected arrival of JT Barrett and Khalil Tate on t...

10/23: Will Notre Dame & Penn State cause Playoff Chaos? + more from week 8 23.10.2017

In this weeks podcast Stew & Bruce talk about Notre Dame's big win over USC (1:00); Penn State's decisive victory over Michigan at Happy Valley (16:30); Jimbo Fisher and Florida State (24:00); and answer your mailbag questions (38:00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/16: Crazy Week 7 upsets, USC-ND talk with John Walters 16.10.2017

Stew and Bruce are joined by The All-American contributor John Walters. They discuss the difference between covering a game live and watching from home (7:00); Notre Dame running back Josh Adams (11:30); and Sam Darnold vs. Josh Rosen. After the interview, Stew and Bruce talk about Nebraska's AD (48:30); the SEC hot seat (51:30); and the Oregon State coaching job (61:30). Hosted on Acast. See acas...

10/9: ESPN vs Chris Petersen & more from Week 6 09.10.2017

Bruce & Stew tackle a bunch of topics this wee starting with ESPN's feud with Chris Petersen (1:30); The Big 12's College Football Playoff hopes (16:00); Michigan vs Michigan State (26:30); and the Sam Darnold backlash (41:00). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/2: Is Butch Jones done at Tennessee? + Oklahoma Superfan Jim Ross 02.10.2017

Stew & Bruce start this week's show discussing Stanford running back Bryce Love (1:00); they also talk about Butch Jones' future at Tennessee (7:00); and Coach O's rocky start at LSU (13:00). Bruce is joined by Oklahoma Superfan/WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross (21:30) during the second half of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/25: Is Saquon Barkley The Early Heisman Front Runner? + ESPN's Joe Tessitore 25.09.2017

Stew and Bruce talk to ESPN broadcaster Joe Tessitore (6:00); Who is the early favorite for the Heisman (12:00); Is TCU the biggest threat in the Big 12 (18:00): and Joe's crazy travel stories (26:00). Plus the guys answer some of your mailbag questions (38:00). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/18: Is Clemson the favorite for another National Championship + best from Week 3 18.09.2017

Stew and Bruce recap the best of Week 3, including the madness of the USC-Texas game; (1:00) Which victory was more impressive: Clemson over Louisville, or Mississippi State over LSU? (10:00); The most surprising teams after Week 3 (26:00); Shoutout of the week (30:00); Looking ahead to the best Week 4 matchups (35:00) and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/11: Is it time for Ohio St. to move on from JT Barrett? + Phil Savage on Alabama 11.09.2017

Bruce and Stew dive into Week 2 of the season, including Ohio State’s deflating loss to Oklahoma (1:00); What it means for starting QB J.T. Barrett - is it time to replace him? (5:00); Reaction to the Georgia - Notre Dame game and Brian Kelly’s exchange with the media (12:00); What are the Top 3 Heisman candidates after Week 2? (20:00); And more thoughts on other Week 2 matchups (27:00); Bruce and...

9/4: UCLA’s crazy comeback, Josh Rosen & more from Week 1 05.09.2017

Stew and Bruce recap an interesting opening weekend, including UCLA’s crazy comeback and Josh Rosen’s amazing performance (2:00); FSU-Alabama and what QB DeAndre Francois’ major injury means for FSU’s season (13:00); Is Alabama clearly the No. 1 team in the country, or is Ohio State? (16:00); Sam Darold and USC’s chances of making the playoff (28:00); The wild Maryland-Texas game (32:00); Return o...

8/28: Week 1 matchups & The Big Ten with BTN’s Dave Revsine 28.08.2017

Bruce and Stew chat with Big Ten Network broadcaster Dave Revsine to talk Big Ten football (5:00); The mockery of the Big Ten “Legends and Leaders” divisions (10:00); Bold predictions on the Big Ten this season (18:00); Looking ahead to this week’s matchup between FSU and Alabama (29:00); Plus, a look at the other intriguing matchups of the week (34:00). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

8/21: The Return of The Audible!! 21.08.2017

Stew and Bruce are back with The Audible 2.0! They share details on what happened over the past two months and their respective new ventures. They dive into college football talk, starting with the scandal at Ole Miss with Hugh Freeze (9:00); The first AP preseason poll (22:00); Bruce’s long-awaited survey of CFB athletic directors (30:00) and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

6/27: Addressing the future of The Audible & FOX Sports | Dave Wannstedt 27.06.2017

With recent changes at FOX Sports, Bruce and Stew address their current situation, what it means for this podcast, and what it means for sports journalism as an industry. Plus, Coach Dave Wannstedt stops by to share some incredible stories about how his Pitt Panthers changed the landscape of college football in 2007, and his most memorable recruiting stories to date. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

6/23: Urban Meyer's coaching future | Alabama's 2018 recruiting class | Coaching scandals 23.06.2017

An all-mailbag episode of The Audible. This week, Bruce and Stew dive deep into all of your questions. They discuss the possibility of the College Football Playoff being hosted all in one location over a week, which coaches in each conference are least likely to be involved in a scandal, how much longer Urban Meyer will coach at Ohio State, why Alabama's 2018 recruiting class is currently ranked s...

6/20: NCAA scandals with Nicole Auerbach of USA TODAY Sports 20.06.2017

Bruce and Stew are joined by Nicole Auerbach of USA TODAY Sports and Big Ten Network to discuss everything going on with the recent NCAA scandals involving Louisville and Ole Miss (2:00); Playoff picks for the upcoming season (21:00); The hottest college football tickets of the year (29:00) and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/15: Oklahoma head coach Lincoln Riley on taking over for Bob Stoops & Baker Mayfield's punishment 15.06.2017

Bruce and Stew are joined by Oklahoma's new head coach Lincoln Riley (1:00), who discusses how he was prepared to take over the job, the future of OU football and the recently announced punishment of QB Baker Mayfield (16:00). The guys then answer your emails in the latest edition of The Mailbag (19:30). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/13: Tim Brando predicts Notre Dame will join the ACC 13.06.2017

Bruce and Stew discuss the NCAA's Notice of Allegations against Ole Miss (1:00); They are joined by FOX Sports college football and basketball broadcaster Tim Brando, who rants about the NBA and why it's a terrible product in its current state (16:00); The possibility of Notre Dame joining the ACC (24:00); What to make of Clemson as they come off their national championship season (32:00); and muc...

6/9: Reaction to Bob Stoops' retirement from OU & Lincoln Riley's fate 09.06.2017

Bruce and Stew react to the major news of Bob Stoops retiring as Oklahoma head coach and explain why they saw it coming (1:00); Where does Stoops rank among other coaches of his era? (14:00): Why it's unlikely that Lincoln Riley will be successful as Stoops' successor (17:00); Does Joe Mixon impact Stoops' legacy? (25:00); And your questions answered in The Mailbag (29:30). Hosted on Acast. See ac...

6/5: Should the SEC consider a division realignment? 05.06.2017

Bruce and Stew start off the podcast with a discussion about former Notre Dame QB Malik Zaire, who told Bruce over the weekend that he intends to transfer to the Florida Gators (1:00); They recap the SEC media days, and a discussion stirred up by the media about a potential division realignment (20:00); Big 12 media days and the potential for future expansion (27:00); Kansas State head coach Bill...

6/2: CFB on FOX kickoff times | Group of 5 Championship game? | Mullen & Gundy's next move 02.06.2017

Just after the networks released their game selections and kickoff times, Bruce and Stew are joined by Derek Crocker, the man behind the curtain choosing the games for FOX. Derek takes you behind the scenes to what goes on in choosing which games land on which networks, and scheduling the time slots. Plus, we open up the mailbag as the guys discuss if we'll ever see a Group of 5 championship game,...

5/31: Yogi Roth on Pac-12, quarterbacks and recruiting 31.05.2017

Bruce and Stew are joined by Pac-12 football analyst to talk everything Pac-12, from quarterbacks, coaches, recruiting and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5/26: The Memorial Day all-Mailbag edition 27.05.2017

Bruce and Stew answer feedback from last week's Athlon Top 50 college football players of the last 50 years list (2:00), before jumping into the Mailbag, to which they devote the entire episode to, and discuss your emails about Ohio State's offseason hires of Kevin Wilson and Ryan Day (25:00); Are Notre Dame fans too hard on Brian Kelly? (33:00); And much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

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