Best Graham Couch Podcasts (2024)

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"How I went from Couch to Bob Graham Round" 32:26

13d ago32:26

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The Bob Graham Round is a fell-running bucket-list item. It challenges runners to scale 42 peaks, covering 66 miles and 27,000 feet (around an Everest) of elevation, over the course of 24 hours. It tends to be the reserve of the ultra fit, but our guest this week proves that, with the right mindset and training, anyone can do it. Jenny Bushell says…

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Ep. 937: Twitter Question Saturday - MSU basketball's best five and MSU football's key stretch 2:13:12

17h ago2:13:12

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We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – on what this season should be for Michigan State basketball, on who MSU's best five players and best lineup might be, on MSU football and the stretch of games that could decide the season, on the Tigers chances of finishing .500, what could stand in the way of a Lions Super Bowl and more. Plus, a cou…

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Ep. 936: Talkin' MSU and Big Ten football, with our favorite season-win total over-unders 58:13

1d ago58:13

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We talked MSU football with MLive's Matt Wenzel at Big Ten Media Days (8:00), then talked with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman (22:00) – on Big Ten expansion, teams like MSU and Iowa competing in the new Big Ten and more. Then our favorite Big Ten season win-total over-unders (35:00).By Graham Couch & Jason Knick

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Talking all things Olympics with the BBC 1:16:16

1h ago1:16:16

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We've gone to the source this week and spent the afternoon chatting to the BBC Olympic commentary team about Paris 2024, who they're excited to see race, getting some predictions, what it's like to commentate on events as former athletes, online beef and much much more. In this extra special episode we speak Jeanette Kwakye, Denise Lewis, Colin Jac…

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Ep. 935: Hot Take Monday - Why this year is big for MSU basketball 1:16:57

2d ago1:16:57

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We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this is actually a big season for Michigan State's basketball program, on hopes for Frankie Fidler and optimism for Jeremy Fears Jr., on Jonathan Smith's track record with the transfer portal, on the Tigers and Tarik Skubal, on Michigan football, CFB 25 video game frustrations, squirrel attacks, pillow w…

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Ep. 934: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball and football, and Tarik Skubal trade deals 1:08:05

4d ago1:08:05

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We answered your questions – on Michigan State basketball and what happens if the Spartans lose 13 games again, on MSU football and whether the Spartans can ever be among the top few teams in the Big Ten, on Tarik Skubal and what trade packages would be worth dealing him, and more.By Graham Couch & Jason Knick

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Ep. 933: MSU hoops, talkin' Tigers with Cody Stavenhagen and most loathed athletes all-time 1:40:41

2d ago1:40:41

1:40:41

We opened with the latest on Michigan State basketball after Tuesday night's Moneyball Pro-Am, including thoughts on Gehrig Normand, Coen Carr and the center position. Then a good conversation with The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen on the Detroit Tigers' recent surge, the state of the organization and what might happen with Tarik Skubal (12:45). Foll…

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Why Was Former Michigan Assistant Chris Partridge Fired? 37:05

36m ago37:05

37:05

Justin Spiro reveals details on why Former Michigan Football Assistant Chris Partridge was fired in November of 2023.By Justin Spiro

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How to shop smart for running kit 33:11

8d ago33:11

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There is a lot of running kit out there; an abundance of shoes, fancy tops, smart watches, specialist eyewear and loads of other bits to spend all your hard earned cash on. To try and offer a guiding light on what to spend money on, where savings can be made and when is the best time to get a deal, Ben and Ali chat through the tech you need to care…

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Ep. 932: Hot Take Monday - MSU basketball is a likable team and the Detroit Tigers are alive 1:18:53

5h ago1:18:53

1:18:53

We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this Michigan State basketball team has the makings of a group that's less frustrating than some others, on the surging Tigers and whether they're suddenly worth our time, on MSU football, the Lions, a fiasco at Copa America, disagreements in America and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling.…

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Ep. 931: Twitter Question Friday - Evaluating MSU basketball players at the Moneyball Pro-Am 1:27:54

22h ago1:27:54

1:27:54

We answered your questions on MSU basketball and what we can rightfully take away from performances and comments at the Moneyball Pro-Am, on Frankie Fidler, Xavier Booker, Jaxon Kohler, Coen Carr and top statistical performers next season, on MSU football and whether to trust Jonathan Smith's recruiting and fair expectations for Aidan Chiles, on wo…

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Ep. 930: MSU basketball takes after Moneyball and Shawn Windsor on the Pistons, Lions and Tigers 1:04:26

12d ago1:04:26

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We opened talking Michigan State basketball and substantive takeaways from Tuesday night's Moneyball Pro-Am games, including the play of Frankie Fidler and how he impacts the rest of the roster. Then a good conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor on the Pistons' big bet with Cade Cunningham, where the Lions are headed this seas…

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What it's like to be a running influencer 41:09

4d ago41:09

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The power of the running influencer cannot be denied. The online presence and engagement of some amateur runners far outreaches the sway of brands and professional athletes, pulling in views and likes that gets marketing departments all hot and bothered. Joining us to discuss life as a running influencer and what that really means are Dr Becca Salm…

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Ep. 929: Hot Take Monday - MSU football arguments and the Tigers' Tarik Skubal conundrum 1:21:32

5d ago1:21:32

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We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the Michigan State football arguments that make sense for why MSU might have a better season than expected, on Tarik Skubal and whether the Tigers should keep him, sign him to a big contract now or trade him, on the Euro and Copa America soccer championships, the state of the USMNT, bad storytelling on dates…

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The Michigan Man Podcast - Episode 760 - July recruiting update from EJ Holland at The Wolverine ON3 45:59

10d ago45:59

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June was a very good month for Sherrone Moore and staff on the recruiting trail. Will July be even bigger? Joining me this week with his thoughts is the outstanding recruiting writer from The Wolverine ON3, EJ HollandBy Mike Fitzpatrick

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Kilian Jornet: mountain running masterclass 34:59

19d ago34:59

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Kilian Jornet's running CV is unparalleled. From the UTMB to the Western States, via Hardrock and numerous FKTs, the Catalan superstar has won everything. And yet his joy for running and the mountains remains undimmed. We were honoured to catch up with him to talk about why he'll always be motivated to run in the high places of the world. Hosted on…

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Ep. 928: Twitter Question Friday - MSU football, basketball, the Pistons, pet peeves and life advice 1:13:52

1M ago1:13:52

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In our last show before a two-week summer vacation hiatus, we answered your Twitter and YouTube questions – Michigan State football and Jonathan Smith's recruiting philosophy, on MSU basketball and a Frankie Fidler comparison, our dream Pistons offseason, weird things couples do, pet peeves, life advice and more.…

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Ep. 927: Talkin' Pistons with James Edwards and Tigers with Chris Castellani 54:26

1M ago54:26

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We talked what's next for the Detroit Pistons with The Athletic's James Edwards on the day Monty Williams was fired (17:00) and then dug into the uneasy direction of the Detroit Tigers with Chris Castellani (37:00).By Graham Couch & Jason Knick

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A guide to orienteering 21:39

29d ago21:39

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Joining Ben this week is elite orienteerer Ralph Street, who explains what this discipline within running is all about and why it's simply more than just map reading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Michigan Man Podcast - Episode 759 - Wolverine football great Jamie Morris joins me 30:23

26d ago30:23

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My guest this week is an optimist. Even though we aren't sure who will be under center this year he thinks a 10-2 record is a fair expectation. Joining me this week is one of the greatest running backs in Michigan Football history, Jamie MorrisBy Mike Fitzpatrick

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Ep. 926: Hot Take Monday – the Moneyball Pro-Am, media criticism, Rory vs. Bryson and more 1:10:35

29d ago1:10:35

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We dug into our hot takes and yours – on why this MSU basketball roster makes for one of the more intriguing summers at the Lansing Moneyball Pro-Am, on Rory McIlroy's collapse and behavior after the U.S. Open, on criticism of media, on frustrations with the Tigers and more.By Graham Couch & Jason Knick

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Ep. 925: Twitter Question Friday - a summer smorgasbord of MSU, U-M, Lions, Tigers and more 1:13:20

1M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

We answered your Twitter and YouTube questions on Jared Goff vs. Trevor Lawrence, on the Lions reaching their potential, on MSU football and basketball and the Moneyball Pro-Am, on the Tigers and Pistons and more.By Graham Couch & Jason Knick

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Ep. 924: U.S. Open storylines with Brendan Quinn from Pinehurst and best bets with Harry 52:19

1M ago52:19

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The Athletic's Brendan Quinn joined us from the U.S. Open at Pinehurst for a conversation on the top storylines, the course and covering the event (6:30). Then Harry Gagnon joined us for our best bets at the U.S. Open, NBA and Stanley Cup finals and European soccer championships, which begin this week (25:00). Plus, leftover listener hot takes from…

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Ep. 923: Hot Take Tuesday - on MSU football's changed recruiting dynamic, MSU basketball and more 58:15

2M ago58:15

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We dug into our hot takes and yours – on the oh-so different vibe around MSU football recruiting than two years ago this month, on MSU basketball's hiring of Saddi Washington, on the Tigers and frustration with the organization's lack of communication, on marrying a spouse who complements your weaknesses and more.…

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Sophie Power: running the length of Ireland 28:55

1M ago28:55

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Ten-minute power naps, knee injuries and sheer determination – Sophie Power gives an unflinching account of what it takes to break a multi-day running record. The 41-year-old mum of three is now the fastest woman to have run the length of Ireland, covering the 350 miles in three days, 12 hours and eight minutes. She talks about embracing the possib…

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Ep. 922: Twitter Question Friday - MSU basketball hires Saddi Washington and more 1:32:47

2M ago1:32:47

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We answered your Twitter questions – on Tom Izzo's decision to hire Saddi Washington to his MSU basketball coaching staff and Washington's likely impact, on MSU football and what projected Vegas lines tell us about the likelihood the Spartans get to six wins, on bad Detroit pro sports owners and more. Plus, a couple stories worth telling, including…

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Susie Chan - how to start trail running (and love it) 32:33

2M ago32:33

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Susie Chan is back on the pod and is giving us white-hot knowledge on how to get into and LOVE trail running. She also has a new book coming out called 'Trails and Tribulations', which is great. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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