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Episodes

2/19/24: Taking in The Dude

Spring sports season is here and that means worlds are colliding. Brendan and James give you a college baseball update and an Ole Miss/Mississippi State hoops preview in this episode. Brendan also recaps his first trip to Dudy Noble Field, where he took in an MSU loss to Air Force. Brendan, Robbie, and Michael on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Feb 19, 202433 min

2/13/24: Baseball Preview Extravaganza

Brendan Farrell chats with Robbie Faulk, of On3 Sports' Maroon and White Daily, and Daily Journal Ole Miss beat reporter Michael Katz on this week's show. The topic: baseball. Hear Robbie and Michael's thoughts on how the Bulldogs and Rebels might look on the diamond this season. Make sure to follow Brendan, Robbie, and Michael on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Feb 13, 202449 min

2/5/24: Basketball Egg Bowl recap

Brendan Farrell and James Murphy discuss what went wrong in weekend losses for Ole Miss (against Auburn) and Mississippi State (against Alabama). They also look back at the electrifying matchup between the Rebels and Bulldogs in Oxford last Tuesday. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Feb 05, 202428 min

1/30/24: Egg Basketball Preview

Ole Miss and Mississippi State will face off for the first of two regular season matchups tonight in Oxford. Brendan Farrell and James Murphy discuss the keys for both teams on this week's episode. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Jan 30, 202427 min

1/23/24: Michael Katz joins the show

Daily Journal Ole Miss beat writer Michael Katz joins Brendan Farrell this week to discuss Lane Kiffin's portal haul going into the spring semester and Chris Beard's team heading into February. Make sure to follow Brendan, and Michael on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Jan 24, 202432 min

1/16/24: Winter storm edition

*This episode is coming to you two days late, due to technical difficulties* Brendan and James are stuck in their homes due to icy conditions across Northeast Mississippi this week. Still, they bring you an update on Mississippi State and Ole Miss men's hoops. And James shares his final thoughts on his Michigan Wolverines' national championship. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Jan 19, 202431 min

1/8/24: New year, new energy

Brendan and James are back from the Holidays and refreshed for a new year. They recap Ole Miss' Peach Bowl win over Penn State, as well as the Rebels' portal haul. They end the show by reviewing the opening weekend of conference play for SEC basketball programs. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Jan 08, 202427 min

12/18/23: Transfer portal talk + SEC hoops in Tupelo

Brendan Ferrell and James Murphy took in Mississippi State vs. North Texas men's hoops at the Cadence Bank Arena in Tupelo on Sunday. They discuss their experience seeing Chris Jans' team up close and follow with talk about Ole Miss' transfer portal heater. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Dec 18, 202330 min

12/11/23: Hoops and recruits

Daily Journal Digital Editor (and resident Ole Miss basketball stan) John Luke McCord joins Brendan Farrell and James Murphy on this week's show. John Luke and Brendan open the show with a discussion about Ole Miss basketball's undefeated start. Then James joins Brendan in the second half of the show to discuss Mississippi State's big football recruiting weekend. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State...

Dec 12, 202350 min

12/4/23: Lane and the Giant Peach

Daily Journal Ole Miss beat writer Michael Katz joins Brendan Farrell and James Murphy on this week's show. The crew discusses Ole Miss' matchup against Penn State in the Peach Bowl on Dec. 30, as well as other College Football Playoff topics, now that the field is set. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Dec 05, 202333 min

11/27/23: Recapping the week that was in the Egg Bowl rivalry

Ole Miss won last Thursday night's Egg Bowl, but did Mississippi State win the press conference with its hiring of Jeff Lebby? Brendan Farrell and James Murphy discuss on this week's show. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Nov 28, 202320 min

11/20/23: Paul Jones talks Mississippi State coaching search, Egg Bowl

Brendan Farrell is joined by Paul Jones, of Maroon and White Daily on the On3 Sports network. They discuss Mississippi State's ongoing coaching search and possible outcomes for Thursday night's Egg Bowl. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Nov 20, 202320 min

11/8/23: Michael Katz joins the show

Brendan Farrell and James Murphy are back for episode two of the 2023 football season. Daily Journal Ole Miss beat writer Michael Katz joins the guys to talk Ole Miss vs. Georgia in Athens this week, plus a look back to the Rebels win over Texas A&M and a look at Mississippi State's struggles this season. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Nov 08, 202334 min

10/30/23: New faces, same place

Welcome to a new era of the JYE pod. Meet your new hosts — Brendan Farrell and James Murphy — and get caught up on the weekend that was in college football. They also look forward to crucial matchups this weekend for Mississippi State and Ole Miss. Make sure to follow Brendan, and James on X (formerly Twitter). Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Oct 30, 202330 min

WVUA's Gary Harris on Ole Miss' hiring of Pete Golding

Gary Harris, of WVUA in Tuscaloosa, joins Parrish Alford to discuss the impact Pete Golding could bring to Oxford. Follow Daily Journal College sports columnist Parrish Alford on Twitter . Follow Gary Harris on Twitter . Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.

Jan 19, 202324 min

Matt Wyatt talks Zach Arnett

Matt Wyatt, GM of HailState+ and host of The Matt Wyatt Show, joins Parrish Alford to discuss new Mississippi State head football coach Zach Arnett. Wyatt, who was a quarterback for the Bulldogs from 1995-99, shares why he feels Arnett is ready to be a head coach in the SEC, how he will handle recruiting and the transfer portal, the makeup of his staff and what the program's identity could look like going forward. Follow Daily Journal College sports columnist Parrish Alford on Twitter . Follow M...

Jan 13, 202321 min

12/1/22: Transitioning to the transfer portal

Theo is back this week. He, Parrish Alford and Michael Katz give final thoughts on the Egg Bowl, including naming an MVP of Mississippi State's win. The crew caps the show with discussion of transfer portal targets for Mike Leach and Lane Kiffin, as well as thoughts on Auburn's hiring of Hugh Freeze. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Dec 01, 202232 min

11/17/22: Where will Lane Kiffin be in 2023?

Parrish Alford and Michael Katz examine the Lane Kiffin to Auburn speculation on this episode. They also discuss the state of SEC officiating (no fines were levied in the making of today's show), and this Saturday's games for Ole Miss and Mississippi State. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Nov 17, 202231 min

11/10/22: Fish sandwiches and lemonade

Parrish Alford, Michael Katz and Theo DeRosa put down their fish sandwiches and lemonade to discuss the challenging Saturday ahead for Mississippi State and Ole Miss. The Rebels face Alabama off of a loss, which magnifies that challenge, while Mississippi State will have a narrow path to victory against top-ranked Georgia that is reinvigorated following a win over Tennessee. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississipp...

Nov 10, 202228 min

10/27/22: Hoops season is just around the corner

Parrish Alford, Michael Katz and Theo DeRosa discuss Ole Miss' trip to College Station and what Mississippi State needs to accomplish during an off week. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Oct 27, 202230 min

10/20/22: Previewing challenging weekend road trips for Ole Miss, Mississippi State

This is quite the packed show. Parrish Alford, Michael Katz and Theo DeRosa look ahead to a big weekend on the road for Mississippi State and Ole Miss. Parrish looks back to his story on the 1972 'clock game' between Ole Miss and LSU, the crew previews this Saturday's Magnolia bowl matchup, they also preview Mississippi State vs. Alabama and they also share thoughts on the passing of MSU walk-on offensive lineman from Tupelo, Samuel Westmoreland. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on...

Oct 20, 202229 min

10/13/22: Is Deion a fit on The Plains?

Theo is out today, so it's just Parrish and Michael. They discuss the drama surrounding Bryan Harsin at Auburn, whether Deion Sanders would be a good fit on The Plains, what Will Rogers needs to do to enter the Heisman race, and matchups this week — Mississippi State/Kentucky, Ole Miss/Auburn, LSU/Florida and Alabama/Tennessee. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Oct 13, 202227 min

10/11/22: Get Mike Leach some good coffee

Michael Katz and Theo DeRosa wrap up Week 6 in SEC land and turn the focus ahead to this coming Saturday. Make sure to follow Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.

Oct 11, 202227 min

A conversation with Tim Dillard

Professional pitcher turned broadcast Tim Dillard, a Saltillo native and ICC alum, joins Parrish Alford on this episode. Dillard offers his thoughts on the MLB playoffs, a big-picture look at the changes in and future of baseball, plus, his longtime relationship with the Brewers — a team who drafted him twice. Follow Daily Journal College sports columnist Parrish Alford on Twitter . Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Oct 07, 202224 min

10/6/22: Concussion recovery, tempo adjustments & Jimbo vs. Saban

It's a loaded Thursday show with the whole crew in tow. Among today's topics: KJ Jefferson's availability, Malik Heath's impact this season, and how will the Jimbo Fisher vs. Nick Saban play out on the field? Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Oct 06, 202230 min

10/3/22: Not the upset alert we were expecting

Theo's alma mater, Missouri, gave Georgia a closer-than-we-expected call on Saturday. Michael's USC Trojans pulled one out against Herm-less Arizona State. Plus, Mississippi State and Ole Miss pulled out big SEC wins over the weekend. Michael Katz and Theo DeRosa wrap up Week 5 of college football and media Monday in Oxford and Starkville. Make sure to follow Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Oct 03, 202220 min

9/29/22: We'll know more about Bulldogs, Rebels following Saturday tests

Parrish Alford is joined by Michael Katz and Theo DeRosa to discuss Mississippi State-Texas A&M and Ole Miss-Kentucky. How does Will Rogers manage the likely absence of left tackle Kwatrivous Johnson? How badly does the Bulldogs need this win to energize the fan base? Will poor tackling show back up for the Rebel defense this weekend? Can the passing game get going a bit more against the Wildcats? Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclus...

Sep 29, 202230 min

9/22/22: Trap games & the transitive property in CFB

What is the bigger trap game: Bowling Green or Tulsa? The crew discusses that and more on today's show. Did Ole Miss learn anything about their QB situation at Georgia Tech? How much of Mississippi State's struggles against LSU were self-inflicted? They finish up discussing Bowling Green's transitive property title potential, as well as topics from around the SEC. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Fac...

Sep 22, 202229 min

9/15/22: QB1s and transfers

Parrish Alford, Michael Katz and Theo DeRosa are back together on this episode leading you into Week 3 of the college football season. They talk Will Rogers' performance in Tucson, update the Ole Miss quarterback situation, and then they break down what Lane Kiffin needs to see from his transfers and how Zach Arnett's defense will fare against Jayden Daniels and the LSU offense. Make sure to follow Parrish, Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Missis...

Sep 15, 202224 min

9/12/22: Wrapping up a wild week

Michael Kats and Theo DeRosa catch you up on a wild week of college football, including wins for Ole Miss and Mississippi State. What do this weekend's results mean going forward? Make sure to follow Michael, and Theo on Twitter. Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups....

Sep 12, 202224 min
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