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The Real Ones Canes Podcast

Brandon Odoi and Brian "The Beast" Londonbleav.com
The Real Ones Canes Podcast is hosted by experienced journalists and media members, Brandon Odoi and Brian "The Beast" London. Brandon and The Beast have close to 40 years combined of Canes coverage. The Real Ones Canes Podcast will break down Miami Hurricanes Athletics from an experienced perspective, giving the listener an unadulterated view of all things Miami Hurricanes. We will also be joined by special guests who have a keen knowledge of the program and can further the conversation. There are many Canes focused podcasts, but this is the Real One!
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Episodes

Episode 96 - Miami Hurricanes Recruiting Updates - Spafford is a Cane - Wisconsin Lawsuit

In this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast start by discussing Beast being on "Team Petty" as he drove around the UF campus and threw up "The U." It was the last weekend for kids to visit college campuses, and Mario and Dem Boys put in the work to get some more commitments. Cam breaks down the recruiting news, and we discuss how UGA fans are in their feels about the Canes, especially after WR Vance Spafford committed to The U. In segment two, we dive into the University of...

Jun 25, 202542 minEp. 96

Episode 95 - The Miami Hurricanes Baseball Team Loses In Supers - Feld Out and Recruiting

On this episode of The ROCPOD, Cam and The Beast start the show by talking about the Canes bowing out of the college baseball postseason, losing in Game Three of the Super Regionals up in Louisville. Was this a successful season for UM Baseball? When can we consider Canes baseball to be back? Is Beast a hater? We answer all of these questions! Segment Two brings us to the departure of Strength and Conditioning coach Aaron Feld, who departs Miami due to wanting to spend more time with his family....

Jun 18, 202547 minEp. 95

Episode 94 - Miami Hurricanes Baseball Moves on to the Super Regionals and Big Time Players are Visiting The U

Both Cam and The Beast have been down on UM Baseball's performance as of late. They were run-ruled out of the ACC Tournament, but the Canes went to Mississippi and won the Hattiesburg Regional as a Three Seed. The Canes move on to take on fellow ACC squad Louisville in The Ville. Can Miami make it to Omaha? Is getting to the Supers for the first time in nine years enough to say that UM Baseball has been revived? Mario Cristobal and his staff continue to recruit with a vengeance. The Canes had a ...

Jun 04, 202540 minEp. 94

Episode 93 - UGA Fans Are Mad at the Miami Hurricanes - Baseball Team Needs a Reset

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast react to Georgia fans losing their minds because Miami beat them out for OL Jackson Cantwell. They seem to believe that Miami is up to nefarious things with NIL money, when, in reality, Jackson just liked The U better, and that seems to be something UGA fans can't comprehend. Mario Cristobal commented on last year's defensive debacle, and what he said was no surprise to those of us who watched the Canes' 2024 defense. It wasn't go...

May 23, 202543 minEp. 93

Episode 92 - The Miami Hurricanes Get Jackson Cantwell and Bryant McKinnie Talks Mental Health

On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast start the show by breaking down the massive news that the nation's number-one recruit, OT Jackson Cantwell, committed to the Miami Hurricanes. We discuss what this means for the program, and why other fan bases, like Georgia Fans, can suck a rock! We also discuss the post-season outlook for the Miami Hurricanes baseball team after they were swept by Virginia. In segment two, Bryant McKinnie, one of the best OL to ever wear the Ora...

May 14, 202543 minEp. 92

Episode 91 - Miami Hurricanes Baseball is Hot - Portal Additions Still Possible - A Legend Passes

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast spend the first segment giving props to J.D. Arteaga and the Miami Hurricanes Baseball team. They have had an amazing month of April and returned from the dead to be almost a lock for the postseason. Segment two brings us to a few possible Transfer Portal additions that may be coming Miami's way. We also update you on the few transfers that have brought their skillset to the Gables recently. Jackson Cantwell, the nation's number o...

May 07, 202542 minEp. 91

Episode 90 - Cam Ward, The First Overall Pick - Miami Hurricanes NFL Draft Recap and Transfer Portal News

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast give all their kudos to Cam Ward for being the first overall pick in the NFL draft. What an amazing story! We also run down all of the drafted Canes, and of course, talk about the elephant in the room, Xavier Restrepo not getting drafted. In the second segment, we talk about the latest commits out of the Transfer Portal for Miami. We also talk about who the Canes are keeping an eye on, and Cam explains why you may not find real di...

Apr 30, 202556 minEp. 90

Episode 89 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Game Recap - Portal News - Recruiting and More!

Note...We taped this episode on Tuesday night, April 15. This was before Ny Carr and others decided to enter the portal. We will touch on that in our next episode. On this episode, Cam and The Beast recap the Miami Hurricanes' Spring Game. Beast was on the sidelines and had some unique thoughts on what he saw. Who stood out? Who was the MVP? How did the QBs look? How did the new defensive staff do in calling plays and communication? We have it all for you. We also discuss the transfer portal and...

Apr 16, 202555 minEp. 89

Episode 88- The Miami Hurricanes Spring Game Preview - HUGE Recruiting News

The Canes' Spring Game is HERE! Cam and The Beast give you their top 3 players or positions they want to see show out in the Gables as Spring football ends. You may be surprised by a few of their selections. There is huge recruiting news. We bring it to you. Hint...There's a Miami Track Coach connection (which we have been telling you about for weeks). Watch Jontavius Wyman's Highlights HERE Check out all of Cam's work at State of The U HERE...

Apr 11, 202551 minEp. 88

Episode 87 - Miami Hurricanes WR Battle - A Simpler Defense - Recruiting Update

On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast take you into Cam's mother's kitchen as she crafts some amazing French toast that lures Cam out of bed. This, of course, is a way for us to talk about the new defense. Huh? We discuss the battle brewing between Ray Ray Joseph and Malachi Toney. We give you insight on what might have been holding Ray Ray back and what makes Malachi more ready than most freshmen. Also, a veteran wideout is starting to lead, both by example and vocal...

Apr 06, 202544 minEp. 87

Episode 86 - Miami Hurricanes Pro Day Recap - Did Xavier Restrepo Make a Mistake - Spring Practice - Recruiting and more

On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast summarize the Miami Hurricanes' Pro Day. Cam Ward showed out and continues to look like he will be the number one pick in the draft. Meanwhile, Xavier Restrepo ran a disappointing 40-yard dash. He said he had a hamstring injury. Why did he run? We have some news on this front. Elijah Arroyo looked really good as well. Spring Practice continues, and we take a look at the running back position. Mark Fletcher is going through his fir...

Mar 29, 202545 minEp. 86

Episode 85 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice Updates - Recruiting - Pro Day - Baseball

Cam and The Beast pull a role reversal as Cam asks the questions and Beast gives an update on what he is hearing about Spring Practice. There are some good nuggets here. Why is Beast worried about the QB position? It's a huge recruiting weekend and we have some updates. Cam wants to update his thoughts on what is now a position of need for the Canes and you probably didn't think it was. We discuss the upcoming Pro Day. Who do we want to see standout, Cam Ward aside? Finally, we shake our heads a...

Mar 22, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 85

Episode 84 - Miami Hurricanes Recruiting News - Jai Lucas Hired - Spring Continues - Baseball Falters

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast break down the Canes getting a big commitment from Norland DB Kenton Dopson III aka Tre. We have a nugget about his recruitment. You'll have to read between the lines. We welcome Jai Lucas, the new Canes' hoops coach. Let's see if he can get Miami back to the Big Dance. Cam and The Beast give out our wish list for position groups who need to step up during the rest of the Spring. Also...Does Emory stay or go? Did you know there ar...

Mar 15, 202546 minEp. 84

Episode 83- Miami Hurricanes Get Big Recruits - Spring Practice Update - Jon Gruden Mishap

The first week of the Miami Hurricanes' Spring Practice is in the books, and Cam and The Beast break it all down. First, we start with two HUGE recruiting wins the Canes got this week. Jaelan Waters, a DB out of Seffner Armwood, and Ben Congdon, a massive OL out of Ohio, verbally committed this week. The 2026 class is strong so far. Then it's on to the first week of Spring Practice. We told you before Spring, and we are telling you now, we have heard nothing but strong things about freshman WR M...

Mar 08, 202538 minEp. 83

Episode 82 - The Miami Hurricanes head to the NFL Combine and Jai Lucas Deep Dive

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast dive into the Miami Hurricanes that are headed to the NFL combine. What are the expectations for these Canes, not only in Indy, but also at the next level? Will Cam Ward work out? Elijah Arroyo won't work out. Will Xavier Restrepo run fast enough to move up the draft board? All of these questions we tackle. In segment two, we are joined by David "Dukie" Lang, the Emmy-Award Winning Executive Sports Producer from WPLG/Local 10. Dav...

Feb 27, 202551 minEp. 82

Episode 81 - Kevin Beard - Pop Cooney - The Wideouts - Recruiting - Spring Games

We start the show by talking about the "fodder," (a word Beast had to explain to Cam) regarding Kevin Beard. Is he going to the NFL? Does he have a contract? We tell you what we know. The wideout room, and staff, lost a great one in David "Pop" Cooney, who is off to coach the wideouts at Bowling Green. He had a huge impact on the program. We update everyone on DB coach Will Harris. His status may be up in the air, but as of now, he's working in the building on San Amaro Drive. We tell you why he...

Feb 22, 202542 minEp. 81

Episode 80 - Miami Hurricanes coaching staff is complete - Gator fans upset

Cam and The Beast bring insight into the complete Miami Hurricanes' coaching staff. Gator fans are in their feels about one of the new hires. D Lew is back home at The U. It's a home run hire for Mario Cristobal, who has shown he will not be denied grabbing a coach from another program whenever he needs to. Segment two has the boys arguing about who Cam thinks was the Most Improved Player of the Year for the Canes in 2024. ( Read his article here ) . We also let you know who will most likely be ...

Feb 15, 202535 minEp. 80

Episode 79 - The Miami Hurricanes add a new coach, and the win total is set at 8.5 for 2025

On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Cam and The Beast talk about the Miami Hurricanes' OL Coach Alex, who won ACC Recruiter of the Year. What makes Alex such a good recruiter, and such a good coach? Also, the Canes have hired a new coach to help with the secondary. Terry Jefferson returns to Miami after coaching the DBs at Jax State. A few topics for you to chew on in the second segment. Some football analytics people say that the numbers and data show that Cam Ward has some traits s...

Feb 09, 202533 minEp. 79

Episode 78 - The Miami Hurricanes have a new DBs coach, Senior Bowl, Junior Day and More

On this episode, Cam and The Beast break down the hiring of the new Canes' DB coach Zac Etheridge. We think it's a really good get for The U. Is Kevin Beard eyeing a move to the NFL? Do we think the 2025 schedule released this week is favorable for the Canes? Not really. Screwed by the ACC again! The Canes are showing out at the Senior Bowl and the East-West Shrine Bowl. Our friend and colleague, Brandon Odoi, broke a story! J'Vari Flowers, the Northwestern Bulls DB, has reclassified and will be...

Feb 01, 202537 minEp. 78

Episode 77 - Jeremiah Smith, Xavier Lucas, The Natty, and next season's odds

Cam and The Beast start the show by adding insight into the Jeremiah Smith rumors. Was Miami the team that offered the reported $4.5 million to get into the portal? How much would it take Smith to leave OSU? Xavier Lucas is finally a Miami Hurricane. Cam clears up the legal situation that allowed Lucas to become a Cane after wanting to leave Wisconsin. OSU is the national champion. We discuss that, and the final rankings for the 2024 season. Plus, the guys discuss the future odds for next year's...

Jan 25, 202541 minEp. 77

Episode 76 - The Miami Hurricanes have a new DC and a new QB

It's the first episode with Cam Underwood, from StateOfTheU.com , as the show's co-host as Brandon is off hob-knobbing with every college football coaching staff in the country. The boys dive right into the departure of Lance Guidry and the arrival of new Miami Hurricanes' DC Corey Hetherman. Hetherman has proven he deserves a shot at returning the Miami defense to top-notch. Also, everyone on the defensive staff, other than JT has left. How do the boys feel about losing these coaches? Segment t...

Jan 16, 202541 minEp. 76

Episode 75 - The Miami Hurricanes Season Recap - The Portal - Hot Takes

What an episode! It's the Three Amigos cutting it up. Brian and Brandon are joined by our buddy Cam Underwood from StateofTheU.com . It gets heated, to say the least, as we break down the Miami Hurricanes 2024 season. Was it a waste? Was it a miss? Was it a failure? What was it? We'll tell you. Kind of. Then we dive into the transfer portal. Who was the biggest loss in the Canes portal? And, we give our thoughts on the CFP. This might be the best episode out of the 75 that we have done. It's a c...

Jan 10, 202551 minEp. 75

Episode 74 - The Miami Hurricanes in the Pop Tarts Bowl, Portal News, and Jim Larranaga steps down

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, The Beast flies solo as the Canes are in Orlando to face the Cyclones in the Pop Tarts Bowl—one last time to see Cam Ward sling the rock. There is also some transfer portal news. One player has come in, and one player has left. Then, we were all surprised by the announcement that Miami men's hoops coach Jim Larranaga is stepping down immediately. The Beast has his take. Where does the Miami hoops program go from here?

Dec 27, 202436 minEp. 74

Episode 73 - The Miami Hurricanes are in the transfer portal hunt and CFP thoughts

On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, The Beast flies solo and sheds some light on Isaiah Horton's decision to enter the Transfer Portal. Is losing Riley Williams to the Portal a major loss? Then there is the College Football Playoff. Why is the world freaking out about Indiana after they lost to Notre Dame?

Dec 21, 202426 minEp. 73

Episode 72 - The Miami Hurricanes have a Heisman Finalist, The Portal, and the CFP

While Brandon is down at FIU covering the Florida State High School Football Playoffs, we are joined by Cam Underwood from State of The U . The boys start by discussing whether this Miami Hurricanes' season that ended at 10-2 is a success or not. Cam throws the "F word" out there, as in failure. We give all the kudos to Cam Ward who made it to New York as a Heisman Finalist and set every record in the Miami record books. He's clearly the best quarterback the Canes have had in 35 years, and may b...

Dec 14, 202437 minEp. 72

Episode 71 - The CFP and Miami Hurricanes Signing Day Recap

On this episode, the boys start by giving their final thoughts on the Miami Hurricanes' disastrous loss at Syracuse. Did the Canes waste a year with their best quarterback in decades? The bottom line is Miami did not win when they had to and is now outside of the college football playoff. Brandon gives you the name of a player that will not be back next year that may surprise you. In segment two, we break down the Canes' latest batch of recruits and talk about Transfer Portal targets....

Dec 07, 202430 minEp. 71

The Miami Hurricanes Choked and Lost to the Syracuse Orange - The Recap

The Canes choked in Syracuse. They wasted their Heisman-contending quarterback by playing abysmal defense. Mario Cristobal again showed that he needs to revisit his game management and Jacolby George had one of the costliest penalties we have seen in a while. The Beast was fired up and gives you an epic rant.

Dec 01, 202421 min

Episode 70 - The Miami Hurricanes take on the Syracuse Orange and The SEC is Whining

The Beast and Brandon recap the Canes' win against Wake Forest and preview the game against Syracuse. They also talk about Uncle Luke's unwarranted blast of Canes WR Coach Kevin Beard. Brandon took a trip to see Ohio State take on Indiana and we discussed that as well as the latest CFP rankings and Lane Kiffin being unhappy.

Nov 29, 202437 minEp. 70
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