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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 49 - Canes and Gators - Schedule - Cormani McClain - College Football 25

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Brandon and The Beast jump into the kickoff time for the Canes at Gators in August. A 3:30 pm game? In Gainesville in August? Also, The Beast runs through the Miami Hurricanes and their out-of-conference opponents over the next decade. Lots of Notre Dame coming up. After the break, the boys dig into the Cormani McClain saga. Why didn't it work at Colorado? Why might it work at Florida? Then we relive our glory years as College Football '25 is relea...

May 17, 202431 minEp. 49

Episode 48 - Miami Hurricanes NIL Dominance and What is wrong with UM Baseball

In this episode, Brandon and Beast discuss what the Miami Hurricanes got in DT transfer Simeon Barrow. They discuss the changing landscape of college football and why some of the previous dominant programs may be disadvantaged in the NIL era. Yes, Brian Kelly is a crybaby. In segment 2, Vish from 5 Reasons Sports ( FOLLOW HIM HERE ) joins us to breakdown what has gone wrong with UM baseball. What happened to the Canes' pitching staff? What changes must happen in the offseason? Will JD Arteaga ma...

May 10, 202454 min

Episode 47 - Miami Hurricanes NFL Draft Woes and More Transfer Portal News

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Brandon and The Beast, do a post-mortem on the Miami Hurricanes NFL Draft woes. Why did James Williams and Leonard Taylor drop? Should some of the Canes come back to school? Doesn't NIL money make it easier to decide to return to school instead of being drafted in the late rounds? We cover it all. In segment two, it's all about the Transfer Portal. The Canes got the number one QB, WR, and RB In the portal. This is further proof that Miami is "All I...

May 03, 202443 minEp. 47

Episode 46 - Miami Hurricanes Transfer Portal Madness

This may be the best episode of the podcast yet! Brandon and The Beast drop knowledge and nuggets and info you aren't getting anywhere else on the Miami Hurricanes and internal discussions and thoughts on players departing and coming in through the Transfer Portal. Also, props to the women's basketball program for getting the Cavinder twins back and getting Coach Cullop players to coach up. Then there is the men's basketball program which has lost most of every impactful player they had on the r...

Apr 26, 202446 minEp. 46

Episode 45 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Game Recap and Transfer Portal News

It's the Miami Hurricanes Spring Game recap show. The boys discuss the Spring Game. Who showed out? What did we learn about the team during the Spring Football period? Why was practice closed for two weeks? Brandon explains to you that the Canes are about winning right now, this season. In segment two, we talk about the transfer portal. Who are the Canes targeting and who has left the team to try to make it somewhere else? Could Jacurri Brown come back to The U? The podcast is brought to you by ...

Apr 19, 202448 minEp. 45

Episode 44 - Miami Hurricanes Transfer Portal News and Michelle Kaufman talks Canes Women's Hoops

Brandon and The Beast bring you Miami Hurricanes transfer portal news you won't find anywhere else. Why did Nyjalik Kelly leave? What runningback will most likely be in the portal? What offensive linemen might be transferring? We have scoopage! In segment two, Michelle Kaufman ( @Kaufsports ) from the Miami Herald joins the show to discuss Miami Women's Hoops and why Katie Meier left, and why The U hired Toledo coach Tricia Cullop. We welcome our new Sponsor KUTT! Bet your friends on literally a...

Apr 11, 202454 minEp. 44

Episode 43 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice - Recruiting Nuggets - Canes Women's Hoops Coach Search

On this episode, Brandon starts strong giving you a plethora of recruiting nuggets you aren't getting anywhere else. He also slips in some player news that hasn't been reported. The boys discuss the defensive line and the idea of college athletes needing to learn time management. In the second segment, they discuss the search for Katie Meier's successor. They don't like where the search is headed. We welcome our new Sponsor KUTT! Bet your friends on literally anything!!!! Trust us, this is the c...

Apr 04, 202436 minEp. 43

Episode 42 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice Update and Canes Hoops News 3-29-2024

We have a jammed-pack episode of Canes info for you. We break down the Canes WR position and talk about Jacolby George's road to maturity. Why might the tight ends be better this upcoming season? Hint...Cam Ward is good. Did you know Raul Aguirre Jr is a true South Floridian and Canes fan? Popo is coming into his own as a linebacker. Plus, Brandon took his annual Football Hotbed college tour and has plenty to tell us about what separates some of the other big programs around the Southeast from T...

Mar 29, 202447 minEp. 42

Episode 41 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice Update and Katie Meier Retires 3-22-2024

On this episode, Brandon brings the goods as he went down to Spring Practice to see what he could see. We react to Henry Parrish leaving the program. The RB Room won't miss a beat! The Canes have a new Co-DC, and Brandon talks about positions of need in the next portal window. Miami Hurricanes Women's Basketball Coach Katie Meier is retiring and The Beast is in awe of what she did at his Alma Mater. Clemson is suing the ACC. The ACC is suing back. It's a mess. Where does the University of Miami ...

Mar 22, 202437 minEp. 41

Episode 40 - A Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice Update, Canes Hoops, Nick Saban and more!

On this episode, Brandon is on vacation, so Cam Underwood from State of the U joins The Beast. In Segment 1, it's a breakdown of the first three Miami Hurricanes' Spring Practices. Cam Ward. Shannon Dawson. The good, but not great WRs. Then we dive into our concerns with the defense. In Segment 2, we dive into the failure of the Canes Men's Hoops squad this season. What do they need to do to get back on track? Should Canes Coach L be given the chance to turn it around? What do Beast and Cam want...

Mar 15, 202445 minEp. 40

Episodes 39 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice and Jim Larranaga - 3-8-2024

On this episode of the Real One Canes Podcast, Brandon and The Beast break down the first two practices of Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice. We have heard good things!!! Cam Ward has come in and taken over. X has made amazing catches. Still, some holes to fill. And...a recruiting nugget that Brandon slips in. In segment 2, The Beast has to respond to the Orange Bowl Boys and their criticism of Jim Larranaga. We welcome our new Sponsor KUTT! Bet your friends on literally anything!!!! Trust us, th...

Mar 08, 202434 minEp. 39

Episode 38 - Miami Hurricanes Spring Practice Preview - National Signing Days - 14-Team Playoff - 3-1-24

Brandon and The Beast preview the Miami Hurricanes' Spring Practice storylines. This includes Cam Ward, receivers, new OL, and a plethora of things to look for on the defense. How do the Canes replace the leadership of Kam Kinchens? There is a proposal on the table to add a third National Signing Day in June. How will this help coaches and players? If this were in place could the Canes have gotten themselves a huge recruit in this past cycle? They are already looking at increasing the College Fo...

Mar 01, 202435 minEp. 38

Episode 37 - The Miami Hurricanes have a new DB coach and the fall of UM Hoops - 2-23-2024

On this episode, The Beast and Brandon discuss the hire of new DBs coach Chevis Jackson. Brandon may or may not have said he doesn't want to babysit coaches anymore. Btw, we dropped Chevis Jackson's name as the probable hire episodes ago. But who is counting? We are. Then, the super-duper up-and-coming UM Student journalist Liam Willerup joins us to talk about Canes Hoops and this season that seems like a failure after making it to the Final Four. Go follow Liam here. More importantly, go read a...

Feb 24, 202433 minEp. 37

Episode 36 - A New Miami Hurricanes RB Coach - Sly Johnson - High Praise for The U - And More - 2-16-2024

On this episode Brandon and The Beast dive into the hire, now made official of the Miami Hurricanes' new RBs coach, Matt Merritt. There's still no word as to who will be the CB coach, but we tell you who WON'T be the CB coach, and it may surprise you. Sly Johnson is working with the Wide Receivers and we tell you why that's a big deal, There is some external praise for the Miami Hurricanes, which is not the usual treatment of the Canes. In segment two, the boys argue over who should be on the co...

Feb 16, 202433 minEp. 36

Episode 35 - Miami Hurricanes Breaking News - Highsmith Gone - Addae Gone - New RB Coach - 2-8-2024

On this episode, Brandon and The Beast break down all of the Miami Hurricanes news that has broken in the last few days. The Canes lost GM Alonzo Highsmith, DB Coach Jahmile Addae, and added a new RB coach. In segment number two, it's all about recruiting and how these coaching changes impact recruiting, plus the Canes steal a recruit from under the Noles' nose, and Nick Saban on College Game Day.

Feb 08, 202440 minEp. 35

Episode 34 - Tim Harris - Miami Hurricanes Recruiting - Boston College Coach - Teddy Bridgewater - 2-2-2024

On this episode, Brandon and The Beast talk about Tim Harris Jr. leaving to go to UCF, and who could replace him on the Miami staff. Also, Brandon was on campus last weekend as 1000 recruits made their way to the Gables and has insight you won't get anywhere else. In Segment 2, the boys discuss the open head coaching position at Boston College and who could get the phone call to be the Eagles' next coach, and also Teddy Bridgewater is back at Northwestern.

Feb 02, 202434 minEp. 34

Episode 33 - The University of Miami Hurricanes 2024 Schedule - Jacurri Brown Unfiltered - Tim Harris Jr Leaves - 1-25-2024

So much news to digest. The University of Miami Hurricanes' schedule is out. Where is the trap game? The boys have a breakdown. But first, Jacurri Brown went on the Momentum Podcast and was unfiltered and had to issue an apology afterward. The boys bring you their thoughts. ( Check out Jacurri's Interview here ( CLICK HERE TO WATCH ). Finally, as the boys are recording the episode, they learn that Canes RB coach Tim Harris Jr. is leaving to be the OC at UCF. How will this impact the Canes and wh...

Jan 25, 202451 minEp. 33

Episode 32 - Cam Ward is a Miami Hurricane and Nick Saban is Gone - 1-19-2024

Brandon and The Beast break down the Cam Ward move for the Miami Hurricanes. They dish on a nugget they have been keeping to themselves for a few weeks. Will Jacurri Brown hit the portal, or is there a scenario where Emory Williams would leave, and why would that be? Plus, Nick Saban has retired. What does this do in terms of impact The U? It's all here!

Jan 19, 202437 min

Emergency Pod - Cam Ward is a University of Miami Hurricane - 1-14-2024

Cam Ward had declared for the NFL Draft but never signed with an agent. He had previously come to terms on an NIL Deal with the Canes but had not committed to play at Miami, until now. The Beast breaks down the move and what it means for the Miami Hurricanes QB room and the position going forward.

Jan 14, 202411 min

Episode 31 - Reese Poffenbarger and the Miami Hurricanes QB Situation - 1-10-2024

Reese Poffenbarger has transferred from Albany. Cam Ward still has not signed with an agent. Taulia Tagovailoa is still looking for a waiver and a school to go to. There's still another Transfer Portal window in the spring. The QB situation has a lot of moving pieces and Brandon and The Beast break it all down. Plus, Brandon was at the Coaches' Convention in Nashville. He talks about what the coaches were talking about and more. And what did the boys think about Michigan winning it all? Will the...

Jan 10, 202442 minEp. 31

Episode 30 - Taulia Tagovailoa may be headed to Miami and Lance Guidry gets a new deal - 1-5-2024

So the boys got flipped over by the news bug. Just after they finished recording this episode, news broke that Taulia Tagovailoa, the Maryland starting quarterback and Tua's brother, was entering the portal. This pointed to him receiving an extra year of eligibility and word is that his family wants him in Miami closer to his brother. So it was back to the studio to record the pod again. How might this move impact Jacurri and Emory? The boys discuss. Also, University of Miami Defensive Coordinat...

Jan 05, 202436 minEp. 30

Episode 29 - The University of Miami Hurricanes Lost to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the Pinstripe Bowl 12-29-2023

On this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast, Brandon and The Beast break down Miaim's loss to Rutgers in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl. They talk about Xavier Restrepo deciding he is going to "Run it Back." And, in Segment 2, the boys argue about the Miami Hurricanes' strategy as it relates to QB1. Brandon says to move on from Cam Ward and just make it about Emory v Jacurri. Beast wants a portal QB.

Dec 29, 202348 minEp. 29

Episode 28 - Miami Hurricanes National Signing Day Recruiting Special and Jeremiah Smith Saga - 12-21-2023

On this episode of The Real Ones Canes Podcast, Brandon and The Beast have all of the analysis of the Miami Hurricanes recruiting class you could want. How did the Canes do at each position? We tell you. You will not find a better class of 2024 breakdown than we give you. Then, in segment 2, the boys dive into the Jeremiah "JJ" Smith saga. What caused JJ to wait to sign his letter of intent? We have the info. And, the Miami Hurricanes have a quarterback issue. We break it down! Follow the Show o...

Dec 21, 202355 minEp. 28

Episode 27 - The Miami Hurricanes Transfer Portal is Heating Up - 12-14-2023

The Transfer Portal is cooking. Cam Ward and Will Howard have made their visits to Miami. We break it all down. Plus, who can replace Colbie Young's big body? Is Wisconsin a good fit for Tyle Van Dyke? Brandon also name-drops coaches he has been talking to. Recruiting is heating up as well with early signing day less than a week away. WE COVER ALL OF IT! Follow the Show on X at @RealOnesCanes And subscribe to our YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LgpsOG8B0y-8tQaiXsopA...

Dec 14, 202342 minEp. 27

Episode 26 - Miami Hurricanes Transfer Portal - Recruiting - And More - 12-9-2023

Brandon Odoi is up in Tallahassee at the Florida High School Football Championships and he has a plethora of info. Does he share all of it with us? No. Does he share some of it with us? Yes. Plus, as the boys get into the Miami Hurricanes and roster management, The Beast asks some tough questions about the handling of the QB situation and more. It's all here. A Can't-Miss Episode Follow the Show on X at @RealOnesCanes And subscribe to our YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Lgps...

Dec 09, 202329 minEp. 26

Episode 25 - Florida State Got Screwed - 12-3-2023

If the Miami Hurricanes were in Florida State's position, Canes fans would be grabbing pitchforks and taking to the streets. The Beast, who has historically applauded every afront to the Seminoles, finds himself outraged that the Noles did not get into the College Football Playoff. Follow the Show on X at @RealOnesCanes And subscribe to our YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LgpsOG8B0y-8tQaiXsopA

Dec 03, 202310 minEp. 25

Episode 24 - The 2023 Miami Hurricanes Regular Season Recap Show - 12-1-2023

The Miami Hurricanes finished 7-5 in 2023. It was two games better than in 2022, but are they an improved team? Was the quarterback situation mismanaged? How did each position group grade out? What will the Hurricanes do at QB next year? All of these questions are answered by Brandon and The Beast on this episode of the Real Ones Canes Podcast. Follow the Show on X at @RealOnesCanes And subscribe to our YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LgpsOG8B0y-8tQaiXsopA...

Dec 01, 202348 minEp. 24

Episode 23 - Miami Beat Boston College - 11-24-2023

The Beast is coming to you from the bowels of Alumni Stadium in Chesnut Hill, Massachusetts, as the Miami Hurricanes beat Boston College 45-20. He talks about the great day the offense had, Tyler Van Dyke, the running game, Jacurri Brown, and Mario's odd smirk! Follow the Show on X at @RealOnesCanes And subscribe to our YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LgpsOG8B0y-8tQaiXsopA

Nov 24, 202314 minEp. 23
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