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Podcast Vs. Everyone

Jeff Nusser and Craig Powerspodcastvseveryone.substack.com
Two guys talking about the Washington State Cougars, beer, and whatever else is on our minds.

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Episodes

Podcast Vs. Everyone 53: Can we just never play in Berkeley again?

Show rundown: WSU football: We debrief Cal a little, but don't dwell on that too much. Pac-12 refs strike again. How are we feeling about the team's bowl chances? Miscellany (32:00ish): Let's just throw in some general Pac-12 talk. We even ramble into some CFP breakdowns and NCAA criticism. WSU hoops (1:04:00ish): The Cougs take on Santa Clara on Tuesday. We give a brief preview. And let's celebrate the WSU soccer team, as well as our other favorite soccer team, the Seattle Sounders. Subscribe t...

Nov 12, 20191 hr 29 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 52: Previewing WSU/Cal (but not before some hoops!)

No beer, no small talk -- just a preview of WSU's upcoming game against Cal. (But not before we talk about the big hoops win over Seattle!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Nov 08, 201940 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 51: Basketball season is here!

Show rundown: Beer: Jeff is having a beer he discovered pretty quickly that he didn't like, while Craig found himself some big beers at the tap room down the road. WSU hoops (16:00): We are absolutely fired up for Kyle Smith's first season at the helm of the Cougs. Let's talk about all the reasons why, and hit some of the highlights of the upcoming season. Miscellany (45:00): Aron Baynes is suddenly destroying the NBA. Let's laugh at UW a little. And then let's talk about the Pac-12 -- would you...

Nov 05, 20191 hr 21 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 50: Man, this crap is getting old

Show rundown: WSU: Damn. Another close loss. Mike Leach's decision making (22:00): Why is this so hard for him? Refs (38:00): Let's talk about some other people who had a crap game, and explain why replay is soooooo overrated. WSU again (59:00): Expectations for the rest of the season? Subscribe to us on ... iTunes Google Play Spotify Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

Oct 28, 20191 hr 15 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 49: WSU vs. Oregon preview

No beer, no small talk ... just the football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com

Oct 25, 201945 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 48: Kicking the crap out of Colorado

Show rundown: WSU: Holy balls it was cold. We talk about that and the fans who braved the weather -- which included Craig and his family, all the way until the end of the game -- then move on to the standout performance from the defense. Beer (37:00): Jeff went for a Belgian-style ale from one of the OGs of craft beer, North Coast Brewing. Craig went for a beer from Anchorage Brewing that reflected how long it had been since WSU secured a victory. WSU again (53:00): Offense! So good! Pac-12 (1:1...

Oct 21, 20192 hr 35 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 47: WSU vs. Colorado preview

No beer talk, just straight to the preview - can the Cougs get back on track against the Buffs? We break it down and give our predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Oct 18, 201947 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 46: Another frustrating missed opportunity

Show rundown:WSU: Let's break down the ASU baloney. Missed opportunities, poor defense, game mismanagement ... yeah, this game had it all, and not in a good way.Beer (1:03:00): We broke out the barleywines, because this game deserved all the alcohol.WSU again (1:15:00): How many wins do we see for the rest of the season? Subscribe to us on ... iTunes Google Play Spotify Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to di...

Oct 14, 20192 hr 31 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 45: WSU vs. ASU preview

No beer talk, just straight to the preview - can the Cougs get back on track against the Sun Devils? We break it down and give our predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Oct 11, 201940 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 44: Claeys asks out, uncertainty moves in

Live from Coug-owned Single Hill Brewing in Yakima! Show rundown:WSU: Defensive coordinator Tracy Claeys has resigned. Does it mean the Cougs will be better on defense going forward? We're skeptical.Special Guest! (32:30):Our guys Rob and Brian from Coug-owned Flatstick Pub, a couple of Cougs who just happened to be at Single Hill, hopped on to update us on the pub's new locations (including Spokane), then we talked a little bit about what we expect for the rest of the WSU season.Special Guest T...

Oct 07, 20191 hr 12 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 43: Reflections on Utah + getting into hoops

Show rundown: 0:00 - WSU vs. Utah. What went wrong? What can we learn? 52:50 - Beer. It's fresh hop season! 1:10:00 - Hoops. Kyle Smith signed a guy who should help the team. Also, some more evidence that we probably hired a good coach. Subscribe to us on ... iTunes Google Play Spotify Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvsever...

Oct 01, 20192 hr 41 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 42: Utah preview

No beer, no small talk -- let's just break down the Cougars' fifth game of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Sep 27, 201935 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 41: UCLA therapy session

No beer talk until the very end, just a lot of venting about the loss to UCLA. Join us -- it might make you feel better. Probably not, but maybe! Beware: Four-letter words abound. Subscribe to us on ... iTunes Google Play Spotify Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Sep 24, 20191 hr 24 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 40: UCLA preview

No beer, no small talk -- let's just break down the Cougars' fourth game of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Sep 20, 201939 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 39: Houston recap - still undefeated!

Show rundown: Small talk/beer: Jeff’s having a Swedish beer, while Craig — recording LIVE from Las Vegas — harkened back to his Nashville days.WSU comes back to beat Houston (13:00): Let’s recap the game. The first half had us feeling a certain kind of way, and even led to a little spat between us co-hosts during halftime. But the second half had us all smiles. What are the big takeaways? We also talk about the blessing and curse of increased expectations.Pac-12 roundup (1:25:00): WSU’s road sch...

Sep 16, 20192 hr 42 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 38: Houston preview

No beer, no small talk -- let's just break down the Cougars' third game of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Sep 12, 201941 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 37: UNC recap - are you not entertained??

Show rundown: Small talk/beer: Jeff ain't drinking, but Craig picked up a beer while he was in Portland from Great Notion Brewing. This led us down the Great Notion rabbit hole talking about two of their more noteworthy (and controversial) beers: Blueberry Muffin and Double Stack.WSU crushes UNC (21:00): Let's recap the game and discuss the perception of the team after a win that wasn't as dominant as what we all were hoping for. People seem to be worried!Pac-12 roundup (1:05:00): LOLOLOLUW. Cal...

Sep 09, 20192 hr 37 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 36: Northern Colorado preview

No beer, no small talk -- let's just break down the Cougars' second game of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Sep 05, 201931 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 35: New Mexico State beatdown

Show rundown: Small talk/beer: Jeff ain't drinking, but Craig picked up a beer while he was in Yakima.WSU crushes NMSU (8:00): Let's recap the game. What stood out to us?Pullman was lit (44:00): Attendance was surprisingly high for this one -- particularly the students -- which was super cool. It was warm, and it was fun.Pac-12 roundup (52:00): Other than Oregon losing to Auburn, the Pac-12 acquitted itself pretty well.Subscribe to us on ... iTunes Google Play Spotify Stitcher Learn more about y...

Sep 02, 20191 hr 9 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 34: NMSU preview

No beer, no small talk -- let's just break down the Cougars' opening game of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcastvseveryone.substack.com...

Aug 30, 201936 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 33: Game-by-game predictions for 2019

Show rundown: Small talk/beer: Jeff went camping again and talked about his favorite while he was gone (a collaboration between Fort George, Cloudburst and Ruse), while Craig harkens back to a beer from Tree House that he talked about on another podcast that never made it out into the world.WSU (13:00): Season preview time! Let's break down each game.Subscribe to us on ... iTunes Google Play Spotify Stitcher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public ep...

Aug 26, 20192 hr 33 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 32: WE HAVE A QUARTERBACK!!

Show rundown: Small talk/beer: Jeff revisits some beers he had while camping last week (from Mirage and Matchless), while Craig harkens back to his time living in Vermont with a beer from Alchemist.Fall camp (14:45): Anthony Gordon is the starter at quarterback, beating out Gage Gubrud. Crazy! Should we be concerned about the offensive line backups? We're ranked again! (53:50): WSU debuts as No. 23 in the AP poll. We still think it's pretty awesome. And we also think it's why guys like 5-star li...

Aug 20, 20192 hr 31 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 31: Fall camp marches on

Show rundown: Small talk/beer: Jeff again goes for some fruit in his beverage (courtesy of Matchless Brewing) while Craig brought another IPA back from his homeland of Yakima (courtesy of Valley Brewing).Fall camp (16:00ish): Let's catch up on the QB battle, and talk some DBs too. MONEY (31:00ish): We all know that WSU doesn't compare favorably to its peers in terms of revenue. How does that feel? To what should we aspire? Question time! (59:00ish): What game on the schedule are we probably more...

Aug 13, 20192 hr 32 min

Podcast Vs Everyone 30: Breaking down camp in Lewiston

Show rundown: Small talk/beer: Jeff goes for some fruit in his beverage (courtesy of Matchless Brewing) while Craig brought an IPA back from his homeland of Yakima (courtesy of Wandering Hop).Fall camp (12:00ish): The Cougs are in the midst of their annual stint in Lewiston, and there's been a bit of news to trickle out, including developments at safety and Y receiver. There are also some position swaps taking place, and James Williams made a cameo at practice. Mike Leach (38:00ish): After brief...

Aug 07, 20191 hr 14 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 29: We're ranked! Camp is starting! Hooray!

Show rundown: Beer: It's national IPA day! Let's drink a couple of IPAs! One from Wayfinder Beer, the other from Toppling Goliath.WSU: The coaches poll came out today, and WSU debuts at No. 21. A lot of people think preseason polls are meaningless, but we beg to differ. Additionally, the Cougs are heading down to Lewiston, and Mike Leach had some thoughts about that. Finally, the Cougs landed a WR someone thought was a four-star recruit. That's cool!Nonsense: Kids and cat piss and poo and siblin...

Aug 02, 20191 hr 25 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 28: Pac-12 Media Day (Un)Spectacular

Show rundown: Beer: We recorded this as Pac-12 media day was winding down, which means it's day drinking time! Jeff grabbed a grisette from Crux Brewing, while Craig went for an IPA from Foam Brewers. WSU (11:00ish): Media day was full of the usual meaningless nonsense. We talk about all the WSU related stuff anyway, including whether 4th place is too low for the Cougs in the preseason poll. (It is.) Pac-12 (46:00ish): There was other nonsense, ranging from Chris Petersen decrying the transfer p...

Jul 25, 20191 hr 26 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 27: What's your favorite WSU football memory? (live from Flatstick Pub!)

Show rundown:Beer: Jeff and Craig, on their way to midweek Seattle Sounders match, are recording together from Coug-owned Flatstick Pub in Pioneer Square! They're hosted by Flatstick's own Rob Forbes and Brian Largent, who hopped on to talk about beer and all the cool stuff going on at Flatstick. Featuring selections from Reuben's Brews and Skookum Brewery.WSU (16:00): Question time! "What's your favorite WSU football memory from a game you've attended in person?" Four guys who graduated in thre...

Jul 18, 201959 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 26: Everyone in 60 - Oregon 2018

This is a new feature for our podcast. The concept is simple: We put on the Pac-12 Network's "Football in 60" broadcast and talk about it as we watch. We hope you'll watch along, too! We watched the streaming version, found here: https://pac-12.com/videos/2018-football-60-game-week-oregon-washington-state . (You'll need a Pac-12 Network subscription.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscr...

Jul 10, 20191 hr 9 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 25: Life after Jalen Thompson

Show rundown:Beer: Jeff and Craig are in the same room! A selection from Wayfinder Beer is first up. WSU (12:20): Jalen Thompson is headed to the NFL, so let's break down what that means for the defensive backfield. Robert Franks got a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets, which is good! He didn't play in the Summer League opener which is ... bad? Maybe? Or not? Beer 2 (35:25): Next up is Revolution Brewing!NBA (47:00): NBA free agency is super fun, and it more or less culminated when Kaw...

Jul 07, 20192 hr 31 min

Podcast Vs. Everyone 24: Unexpected recruiting news in mid-June

Show rundown: Beer: Craig bought Jeff a beer from Silver Moon that has a story behind it, while Craig picked up something weird in Indianapolis -- that's where he's recording from, by the way.WSU: The news keeps coming! Marvin Cannon is back, Kyle Smith secured a commitment from a ... sophomore(?), and Mike Leach landed a running back who immediately profiles as the backup to Max Borghi.Travel : The least interesting city we've been to is ....Kids: A good Children's Museum is worth whatever they...

Jun 18, 20192 hr 47 min