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Front Row Noles

Cameron Madsenshows.acast.com


Broadcast from the Prime Meridian Bank Studios, hosts Tom Block and Keith Jones bring a behind-the-scenes perspective to Florida State athletics while weighing in on the larger storylines surrounding college sports. Front Row Noles airs every Wednesday from 12-1 p.m. on Real Talk 93.3 FM in Tallahassee, and is presented by Hobson Chevrolet of Cairo, GA and the Earl Bacon Agency. Have questions or comments? Email frontrownoles@gmail.com.

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Episodes

Front Row Noles- Jerry Kutz and Head Soccer Coach Brian Pensky

Osceola Founder Jerry Kutz joins the show to talk the latest from ACC winter meetings, including: NIL, the transfer portal and tampering, the possibility of eliminating ACC divisions, crossover opponents, and much more! Plus, an interview with new FSU Head Soccer Coach Brian Pensky Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 202242 min

Front Row Noles- Sydney Sherrill and Bob Ferrante

FSU Softball star Sydney Sherrill joins the show ahead of the softball team's final home game vs Florida to reflect on her time with the Noles and tell us what makes this year's team special. Plus the Osceola's Bob Ferrante brings updates from softball, baseball, NIL, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 04, 202242 min

Front Row Noles with the Osceola's Bob Ferrante

Tom and Keith are joined by The Osceola's Bob Ferrante discuss Jermaine Johnson, Kier Thomas and more ahead of Thursday's NFL Draft in the first segment of the show. Bob also discusses new FSU Soccer head coach and last year's SEC Coach of the Year Brian Pensky, new assistant basketball coach R-Jay Barsh, and baseball/softball season updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 202245 min

Front Row Noles- Trey Cunningham and Bob Ferrante

Tom and Keith interview FSU Track and Field star Trey Cunningham, who currently owns this year's fastest 110mH time in the WORLD. Trey takes us through what drew him to hurdles, how he had to adjust his training during the pandemic and throughout injuries, and much more. Bob Ferrante also joins the show to talk FSU football going into the summer, Rising Spear, baseball's great week, and more from FSU athletics. (And yes, brief Mims talk). *(Note: please recite the recruiting oath in the opening ...

Apr 20, 202242 min

Front Row Noles- Jerry Kutz

The Osceola Owner and Publisher Jerry Kutz assesses the Spring game and Spring practices, including position group breakdowns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 202242 min

Front Row Noles- Randy Shannon and Michael Alford

FSU Co-DC/Linebackers coach Randy Shannon joins Tom and Keith to talk Spring practice, this weekend's Spring game, and the linebacking group. Plus an interview with AD Michael Alford, who discusses the annual fund, season ticket renewals, Sue Semrau, and more from the athletics department. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 06, 202242 min

Front Row Noles- 3/30/22

A lot of news to cover on this week's episode: Tom and Keith discuss new Women's Basketball head coach Brooke Wyckoff and the departure of soccer head coach Mark Krikorian. The Osceola's Bob Ferrante joins the show this week to give his thoughts on these topics, along with FSU Pro Day/Spring Practice talk, last night's FSU-UF matchup, and more.* *recorded before the game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 30, 202242 min

Front Row Noles- 3/23/22

Tom and Keith reflect on the legendary career of Gene Deckerhoff, and Bob Ferrante brings the latest from Football Spring practice. Plus thoughts on Women's Hoops head coach Sue Semrau's retirement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 202242 min

Front Row Noles- Sue Semrau and Bob Ferrante

Women's Basketball Head Coach Sue Semrau joins the show ahead of Thursday's NCAA Tournament matchup with Missouri State. The Osceola's Bob Ferrante also talks baseball, softball, Spring football practice and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 202242 min

Front Row Noles- Bob Ferrante and Charlie Ward

The Osceola's Bob Ferrante brings us the latest from the first week of spring football practice, and Florida High School Head Coach Charlie Ward joins the show fresh off of his team's state championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 09, 202241 min

Front Row Noles- Bob Ferrante and Harrison Prieto

Bob Ferrante joins Tom and Keith for insight into FSU Football's Tour of Duty, spring practice (which begins Saturday), and more. Plus an interview with FSU Men's Hoops forward Harrison Prieto, who made the game-winning pass to Matthew Cleveland to beat Virginia at the buzzer Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 02, 202241 min

Front Row Noles- Eric Luallen and Bob Ferrante

Voice of the Seminole Baseball team Eric Luallen joins the show do discuss the opening weekend sweep, what excites him about this team, and the rest of the ACC. Bob Ferrante also chimes in about the College Football Playoff, #4 ranked FSU Softball, Men's Hoops and more (plus some bonus pre-Spring football talk). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 202241 min

Front Row Noles- Parker Messick and Bob Ferrante

FSU Baseball ace Parker Messick joins the show ahead of Friday's season opener against James Madison and tells Tom and Keith what he likes about this year's squad. The Osceola's Bob Ferrante also talks Men's Basketball's thrilling win over Clemson last night, and fighting adversity through injuries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 202241 min

Front Row Noles- 2022 Football Schedule with Bob Ferrante

The Osceola's Bob Ferrante joins this week's show to give his thoughts on the 2022 Football schedule (including FSU-UF Black Friday). Bob also talks tonight's men's basketball's matchup with Clemson and briefly touches on the upcoming baseball/softball seasons. Tom and Keith then go more in-depth on the Football schedule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 02, 202244 min

Front Row Noles- Mike Martin Jr. and Bob Ferrante

FSU Baseball Head Coach Mike Martin Jr. joins the show to discuss the upcoming season. Plus, the Osceola's Bob Ferrante gives us his thoughts on the Offensive Line portal additions, 2022 scheduling, FSU Hoops growth, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 26, 202240 min

Front Row Noles- 1/19/22

ESPN reporter David Hale joins Tom and Keith to discuss CFB playoff expansion and ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips. Plus, the Osceola's Bob Ferrante talks first impressions of transfer portal additions- is the portal the way of the future? And of course we had to talk about last night's big Men's Basketball win over #6 Duke (beginning and end of the episode). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 202241 min

Front Row Noles- 1/12/22

FSU Athletic Director Michael Alford joins Tom and Keith to discuss his first two weeks on the job and his vision for FSU Athletics. Plus, The Osceola's Patrick Burnham talks transfer portal additions and new College Football Hall of Fame inductee Marvin Jones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 202244 min

Front Row Noles- 1/5/22

The Osceola's Bob Ferrante joins Tom and Keith for the first time in 2022 to discuss Men's' Basketball, along with recent football transfer portal addition Tatum Bethune. They also cover new OC Alex Atkins' first meeting with the media, and the Alabama-Georgia National Championship game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 05, 202244 min

Front Row Noles- 12/29/21

The Osceola's Bob Ferrante joins the show to talk transfer portal additions and FSU Basketball. Plus, Tom and Keith discuss bowl games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 29, 202144 min

Front Row Noles- 12/22/21

The Osceola's Pat Burnham joins Tom and Keith to discuss the promotion of O-Line coach Alex Atkins to Offensive Coordinator, this year's offensive line class, and how they fit with the rest of the position group. Plus, reactions to the Travis Hunter/ Deion Sanders/ Barstool Sports NIL deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 202141 min

Front Row Noles- 12/16/21

Tom and Keith interview LB Amari Gainer, who recently announced that he's returning to FSU for another year. The Osceola's Jerry Kutz also joins the show for his thoughts on new AD Michael Alford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 202141 min

Front Row Noles- 12/8/21

Tom and Keith discuss the National Champion FSU soccer team in an interview with senior midfielder Jaelin Howell! Plus FSU athletics/ more coaching carousel talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 08, 202141 min

Front Row Noles- 12/1/21

Tom and Keith talk the coaching carousel, transfer portal, and a more in-depth look the UF loss with The Osceola's Bob Ferrante. Plus an interview with FSU soccer's Clara Robbins as the Noles return to the College Cup once again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 01, 202141 min

Front Row Noles- UF Recap

Initial thoughts from Tom and Keith on the UF loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 202139 min

Front Row Noles- 11/24/21

Voice of the Jags Frank Frangie and The Osceola's Bob Ferrante join the show to preview FSU-UF and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 202141 min

Front Row Noles- BC Recap

Tom and KJ give their early thoughts on the win over BC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 202139 min

Front Row Noles- 11/16/21

Former nole Bryant McFadden and The Osceola's Charles FIshbein are this week's guests as we talk the Miami game and recruiting on this edition of Front Row Noles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 202141 min

Front Row Noles- Miami Recap

Tom and Keith give their thoughts on the big win over the rival Hurricanes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 202152 min

Front Row Noles- 11/10/21

It's Miami week- Miami's Joe Zagacki joins the show to preview this weekend's game against the Canes. Then, Seminole Boosters President Michael Alford discusses FSU athletics, fundraising and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 202141 min
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