Best D Pad Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 7 - Super Mario Land - Part 1 - Casually Inventing the D-Pad 1:41:41

2M ago1:41:41

1:41:41

After months of having *many* Chrome tabs open, Josh (Boney) has completed research on the background of Super Mario Land's producer and director, Gunpei Yokoi and Satoru Okada respectively, and so alongside Andrew (Gilly), the two finally sit down to go over an extended look at two important figures from Nintendo's R&D1 Team. Next episode we will …

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Episode 6 - Super Mario Bros. 3 - Part 2 - Monkey Hammer Fellas (feat. Dylan) 3:20:45

1y ago3:20:45

3:20:45

We are back at last with our much anticipated part 2 to our Super Mario Bros 3 deep-dive. Fill up your P-meter as Gilly and Boney explore one of the most beloved games of all time, with the first guest of the podcast and dearest of mates, Dylan from Sheffield, a Super Mario Bros 3 fanatic. This episode also contains a cheeky E3 2021 reaction for go…

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16. Let's Talk Tears Of The Kingdom 1:01:04

1+ y ago1:01:04

1:01:04

SURPRISE! We're BACK! Nintendo brought the Dames together AGAIN! Jo, Megan and Alyssa get together to chat all things Tears Of The Kingdom. What does Nintendo have in store for us when they release the next Zelda instalment on May 12? Listen in to hear our thoughts. Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ Watch our shenanigans on ⁠Youtube⁠ Chat with us on ⁠Twitte…

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Episode 5 - Super Mario Bros. 3 - Part 1 - Centaur Mario 2:01:23

2+ y ago2:01:23

2:01:23

Oi oi, it's been a while. This episode was actually recorded back on the 19th of May 2021, but was stuck in editing for...well, a while. One or both of your hosts will offer a more thorough explanation for the hiatus in the next new episode if we get round to recording it soon (that'll be episode 7 for those playing along at home). For now though, …

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15. What If...? Episode 4 - The Breakdown 1:02:06

3y ago1:02:06

1:02:06

SPOILERS LIVE recorded on twitch.tv/itsyourgirlalyssa The Sorcerer Supreme has split not only himself, but the timeline! Tune into this episode to hear out thoughts on the absolute point created and how it can affect the MCU! Email us your thoughts at hellovideodames@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us …

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14. What If...? Episode 3 - The Breakdown 40:47

3y ago40:47

40:47

SPOILERS LIVE recorded on twitch.tv/itsyourgirlalyssa In this episode we chat about ups and downs of "What If...?" episode 3, and explore the multiple scenarios sent in from listeners at hellovideodames@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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13. Spider-Man: No Way Home Reaction - Hot Take 20:14

3y ago20:14

20:14

SPOILERS LIVE recorded on twitch.tv/itsyourgirlalyssa In this 'Hot Take' We discuss the footage in the 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' Teaser Trailer, and our thoughts on what could potentially unravel in the Multiverse. Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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12. What If...? Episode 2 - The Breakdown 56:23

3y ago56:23

56:23

SPOILERS LIVE recorded on twitch.tv/itsyourgirlalyssa T'challa has been abducted from Wakanda by ravagers. His presence in the cosmos has changed the galaxy forever. The Dames discuss his impact, easter eggs, and how Tivan could have possibly filled the power vacuum. Email us with your thoughts at hellovideodames@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram! W…

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11. What If...? Episode 1 - The Breakdown 1:06:46

3y ago1:06:46

1:06:46

SPOILERS LIVE recorded on twitch.tv/itsyourgirlalyssa Marvel's "What If...?" explores the possibilities in the many branched realities that we find our heroes in now that the timelines have been unleashed. This first episode explores if Perry Carter had to take the Super Soldier Serum instead of Steve Rogers. Take a listen! Email us with your thoug…

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10. For All Time, Always - Our Loki Recap 1:18:13

3y ago1:18:13

1:18:13

SPOILERS LIVE recorded on twitch.tv/itsyourgirlalyssa The God of Mischief has taken a timey-wimey trip through time, space and now realities! In this episode we navigate through all possible nexus events and discuss things like Who is He Who Remains?, Will we see Sylvie again? How will this affect the MCU as a whole? Follow us on Instagram! Watch o…

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9. You're Such a Poser - Our Black Widow Review 1:01:11

3+ y ago1:01:11

1:01:11

LIVE recorded on twitch.tv/itsyourgirlalyssa In this episode we chat about the queen femme fatale herself, Black Widow, and the long awaited film by the same name. Who is Yelena and what will her role be going forward? What spinoffs are on our wish-list? Will Alexi ever get to be the Red Guardian again? This episode was recorded Live, and will hope…

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8. D-Pad: Frozen 40:30

3+ y ago40:30

40:30

In our first D-Pad battle, (featuring the amazing Alex) the Dames discuss the box office and Merch goldmine, FROZEN! Is it a Disney Dynasty film, or should it have a swift kick to The Vault, never to be seen or heard from again? Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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All-round captain 1:08:51

3+ y ago1:08:51

1:08:51

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan are back for the final foray into Scottish football this season. Dundee are promoted to the Premiership after relegating Kilmarnock in the play-off, with some garbage football on display. What next for Killie, with an entire squad possibly leaving this summer? Happier times for St Johnstone after they comple…

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Hype train 1:08:07

3+ y ago1:08:07

1:08:07

All aboard with Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan as the regular season in the Premiership draws to a close. Rangers go the whole season unbeaten, although some of the celebrations have been the cause of controversy. We pay tribute to Rangers’ iron man Connor Goldson. Hamilton didn’t finish 10th – they are relegated after 7 years in the top …

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7. Pitch It: Small Screen to Console Screen 1:11:45

3+ y ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Have you ever thought about how incredible your favourite TV show would be to play through as a video game? Well, we certainly have! The Dames unpack and reimagine their favourite series as video games! Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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Footballingly 52:44

3+ y ago52:44

52:44

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan react to Scottish Cup semi-final weekend on the Totally Scottish Football Show. It will be Hibs versus St Johnstone in the Scottish Cup final. If Hibs have better players, are St Johnstone better coached and do they have all the momentum right now? And will the final be at Pittodrie? It’s been a great week a…

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It’s not promo material 59:58

3+ y ago59:58

59:58

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan are back, just as the Premiership is getting really good. It’s never over with Hamilton. The Accies and the Staggies both win as the bottom 3 are now separated by just 3 points. Rangers are 2 games away from an unbeaten league season as they hammer Celtic 4-1. What happened to Celtic this season and how big …

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Controlled on a D-Pad 59:37

3+ y ago59:37

59:37

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan are back to review one of the best weekends Scottish football has produced this season. The Scottish Cup quarter-finals provided three penalty shootouts and a shock at Ibrox. Zander Clark writes his name into pub quiz questions forever, as part of the greatest St Johnstone team ever? Dundee United manager Mi…

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The wee girl in The Ring 1:02:34

3+ y ago1:02:34

1:02:34

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan discuss the real European elite, namely the last 16 of the Scottish Cup. Rangers prove that on their day, they’re better than Celtic, inspired by one of the players of the season in Steven Davis. Stephen Glass’s first game in charge of Aberdeen sees a change of style, centre-backs beyond the halfway line and…

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Suit on a bin 54:37

3+ y ago54:37

54:37

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan talk the first matchday post-split, as the relegation battle heats up. Hearts are promoted from the Championship to the Premiership. But could Hamilton be going the other way? We take a deep dive into what’s gone wrong this season in South Lanarkshire. Meanwhile Rangers chase down an unbeaten league season a…

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6. Saturday Mornings were the Best! 1:19:08

3+ y ago1:19:08

1:19:08

Grab your favourite bowl of cereal, put on your Flintstone slippers and grab a seat right in front of the TV, cause we're talking childhood cartoons! Take a nostalgia trip with us and dive deep into your forgotten memories! Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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Heedless buddy 1:03:02

3+ y ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan take in a jam-packed Scottish Cup weekend full of goals and green screen glitches. Celtic look set to appoint Eddie Howe as their new manager. The Athletic’s Peter Rutzler tells us about Howe’s last year at Bournemouth and whether he has the character to flourish in the Glasgow goldfish bowl. Aberdeen appoin…

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5. Spooky-Ooky Games! 1:26:46

3+ y ago1:26:46

1:26:46

Disclaimer: We are not responsible if you pee yourself from fear. This week we're all gathered round the campfire to discuss spooky things in gaming! From not so scary, to truly terrifying, we recall scares that we have experienced in our time with Video Games of all genres! Whats the scariest game you've ever played? Follow us on Instagram! Watch …

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Episode 4 - Super Mario Bros. 35 - Mushroom in the Wind 1:37:59

3+ y ago1:37:59

1:37:59

Rev up the ol' emergency episode klaxon, and adorn yourself in your funeral overalls, Josh and Andrew are discussing Super Mario Bros. 35, with this episode releasing on the day in which Nintendo pry the title away from our fire flower-y, but dead hands. The pair are crankier than a thrown King Bob-omb as they discuss the events surrounding Mario's…

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Older than sliced bread 1:01:30

3+ y ago1:01:30

1:01:30

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan react to an international week that’s left Scotland fans feeling deflated. Steve Clarke’s side battle back from behind to salvage draws against Austria and Israel but will it be enough in the long run? Are Scotland as good as some fans think they are? On the plus side, Scott McTominay fully arrives in a Scot…

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The Sexy League 1:00:20

3+ y ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan convene after the Premiership splits in half. Celtic and Rangers share the spoils in a lacklustre derby. But all the focus is on Glen Kamara after he is allegedly subjected to racist abuse against Sparta Prague in the Europa League. St Johnstone pip St Mirren to a top 6 finish in the final minutes of Saturda…

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Mild peril 58:26

3+ y ago58:26

58:26

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan can see the Premiership split, and the return of lower league football, in sight. Hibs tighten their grip on 3rd place and European football next season. Will that make up for some humiliating semi-final defeats this season? Livingston confirm a top 6 finish against Hamilton, thanks to – and also in spite of…

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4. This Movie Tuk Tuk Our Breath Away 1:21:18

3+ y ago1:21:18

1:21:18

Join us on this audio adventure around the gorgeous lands of Kumandra! We journey through trust and hope while we discuss our thoughts and feelings about Disney’s newest animated release, Raya and The Last Dragon! Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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Terrible in terms of history 1:02:21

3+ y ago1:02:21

1:02:21

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan size up a seismic weekend in Scottish football. Aberdeen rocket their way up the agenda on the podcast with Derek McInnes leaving after 8 years in charge. We examine Derek’s dynasty, bringing a more professional edge, changing the way the city felt about the club but producing a team that progressively ran o…

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3. The Wanda-ful World of WandaVision 1:18:46

3+ y ago1:18:46

1:18:46

Today, we trade thoughts on our favourite Marvel Heroes and Villains as well as discuss our theories on what the MCU holds for us next following the finale of WandaVision. The devil's in the details, Bev. Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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2. Vulpix and Oddish and Mew, Oh My! 1:01:42

3+ y ago1:01:42

1:01:42

We talk "Pokémon Presents"! Our thoughts on Pokémon Snap, Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, as well as the BIG topic of discussion, Pokémon Legends: Arceus. The big question is... is it "ARK-ee-us" or "AR-see-us"? Hmmm...? Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!…

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The beatings will continue until morale improves 1:03:34

3+ y ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan discuss the first cup final of this season and the search for Celtic’s new manager. St Johnstone win their second piece of silverware in their history, breaking Livi hearts in the process. The gang praise the calm Callum Davidson and have their say on the Rooney for Scotland debate. Speaking of debates, who …

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Episode 3 - Super Mario Bros. 2 and Yume Kōjō: Doki Doki Panic - Welcome to the Space Womb 2:22:27

3+ y ago2:22:27

2:22:27

Andrew and Josh drift off into dreamland in this latest endeavour, covering Mario and Imajin's parallel adventures to defeat a particularly gassy frog. Our hosts astral project to Japan circa 1987 to experience some of the sights of the hottest event in town, discuss the difficulties in dealing with Cobrats and Albatosses (Albatossi? Albatoss?), an…

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1. Let's Talk Nintendo 1:10:40

3+ y ago1:10:40

1:10:40

Our very first episode! We chat about the long awaited February 2021 Nintendo Direct, Breath of the Wild, and our Breath of the Wild 2 theories. Follow us on Instagram! Watch our shenanigans on Youtube! Chat with us on Twitter! Play with us on Twitch!

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If I was Brian Easton 54:42

3+ y ago54:42

54:42

Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan take in a weekend featuring another Celtic catastrophe and an actual Aberdeen goal. Rangers are within touching distance of the title after Celtic slip up at Ross County on Sunday night. There’s more misery for Motherwell as they suffer another humiliating home defeat and rack up record low xG. And although …

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Getting your house in order 53:29

3+ y ago53:29

53:29

This week: Shirt swapping, Q&A stopping, and Motherwell's goal shipping. World's collided in Scottish football as (Graham) Alexander met Hamilton, but it was the home side who threw away their shot. Celtic fought back against St Johnstone as Edouard was back with a brace - as was Dundee United's Lawrence Shankland. Meanwhile off the pitch Nicola St…

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Three pairs of green tinted glasses 55:20

3+ y ago55:20

55:20

On this week's show there's a new manager at Killie in the form of Tommy Wright. There's yet more manager unrest at Aberdeen as McInnes looks on the rocks. And Rangers have their worst performance of the season but STILL they don't lose. That plus who has elephant legs, who is taking part in a lad v lad battle, and who to captain in fantasy. RUNNIN…

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Episode 2 - Super Mario Bros. and The Lost Levels - The Clouds and The Bushes 2:16:00

3+ y ago2:16:00

2:16:00

Super Mario Bros. has Josh and Andrew scoring 5000 points with a top of the flagpole runtime. There's just so much to say about this game, with all of it most likely having already been said, but that won't stop these two Koopa Kings from trying. DJ Gilly Grime and Boney Beats peruse the game's charming manual cover to cover, recount their many fee…

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Disney eyelashes 1:05:46

3+ y ago1:05:46

1:05:46

There’s a revolving door at Pittodrie on deadline day as Aberdeen lose Sam Cosgrove and more but get themselves a whole new forward line. Hibs striker Kevin Nisbet wanted to join Cosgrove at Birmingham. Was he wrong to hand in a transfer request? Celtic’s suffering continues as they lose at home to St Mirren. Does Neil Lennon have anything left? Pl…

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Go to the other oil company 59:48

3+ y ago59:48

59:48

Livingston’s victory over St Mirren at Hampden demonstrates a triumph of rehabilitation and a remarkable journey for Martindale and Livingston. The other semi-final showcases what a frustrating side Hibs are to support. But St Johnstone are after their first silverware since the Scottish Cup in 2014. Ed Hodge, author of Our Day In May, compares thi…

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Episode 1 - Mario Bros. - Lakitu Hype Train 1:01:30

3+ y ago1:01:30

1:01:30

The boys are back, one of them with substantially poorer audio quality than before as Audacity's input device selection or...some other malevolent force, strives to sabotage the second (or first?) episode of Let's-a Go: with Gilly and Boney! (seriously though, Josh is very sorry about this and it likely won't happen again) Mario Bros. is their prim…

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Boogie at every single corner flag 1:00:45

3+ y ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Motherwell almost become the first side to inflict a league defeat against Rangers. Scotland defender Stephen O’Donnell tells us about how they did it. The Celtic saga continues with Peter Lawwell’s ‘typical boy apology’ for the trip to Dubai, contradicted somewhat by a fiery press conference from Neil Lennon. The Dons are dismantled at Dingwall, w…

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Episode 0 - Donkey Kong - How High Can You Get? 1:55:47

4y ago1:55:47

1:55:47

Andrew and Josh check out the very first Mario game there is, Donkey Kong! Before the mustachioed man was even known as Mario he was Jumpman, scaling a perilous construction site to rescue Lady (Pauline) from the clutches of Nintendo's #1 ape. The boys discuss how high they can get, their thoughts on the plumber's (then carpenter) first outing, and…

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Have you asked Mum yet? 1:04:50

4y ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Celtic play Hibs on Monday night in a match surrounded by Covid controversy, as 13 players and Neil Lennon are absent after a positive test following their warm weather training in Dubai, upsetting everyone in Scottish football in the process. And Rangers go 21 points clear. But on the plus side – David Turnbull. Livingston are on a record-breaking…

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Summer of pints 58:41

4y ago58:41

58:41

Steven Gerrard’s league leaders get the job done once again as Rangers go 19 points clear with a win over Celtic. Is the title race over? Should Celtic be in Dubai right now? And Allan McGregor – the best Rangers goalkeeper ever? He certainly had a better weekend than keepers Chapman and Rogers. Laura tells us about a turbulent week at Motherwell a…

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Best of Season 3 (Part 2) w/ David Pollack, Mark Schlabach, Benjamin Watson, & More 1:11:54

4y ago1:11:54

1:11:54

In this episode, we recap the 2020 season by revisit some of our favorite segments before looking ahead to the Chic-Fil-A Peach Bowl. ESPN's Mark Schlabach shares his predictions for UGA's 2020 season. JT Daniels' High School Head Coach gives Dawg Fans the inside scoop on JT ahead of JT's first start. Former Georgia Bulldog and Detroit Lion Kris Du…

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Borderline pornographic 1:05:22

4y ago1:05:22

1:05:22

Rangers make it 12 league wins in a row but did Hibs demonstrate the formula on how to beat Steven Gerrard’s side? They won’t need to show it to Rangers’ next opponents St Mirren – the only team to beat them this season. The Lions of Livingston cannot be tamed as they make it 6 wins out of 6 under David Martindale. Shelley Kerr leaves her post as S…

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Let’s just be friends 1:04:31

4y ago1:04:31

1:04:31

Celtic complete the quadruple treble on penalties in a classic Scottish Cup final with Hearts. Was Edouard out of order with his Panenka? And were we entertained by Scott Brown’s antics? Rangers meanwhile go 16 points clear. Has Steven Gerrard learned to be more selfless in his dealings with the media? It’s new manager Monday as Livingston appoint …

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A triangle reversed 59:28

4y ago59:28

59:28

Rangers roll on with another win and another terrific Tavernier display. Kieran Canning runs the rule over their Europa League opponents Antwerp. Could Steven Gerrard’s side go deep into the competition? Celtic pick up some form at last – will Neil Lennon finally keep faith with David Turnbull? The Buddies burst Brannan’s bubble with a win at Fir P…

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Best of Season 3 (Part 1) w/ Rodrigo Blankenship, Vince Dooley, Jon Stinchcomb, & More 57:09

4y ago57:09

57:09

This episode features highlights from a few of our favorite interviews this season as well as a preview of UGA vs. Mizzou. In this episode, Lou Groza Award winner Rodrigo Blankenship discusses his love for Star Wars LEGOs and how he turned down a Florida scholarship to walk on at UGA. College Football Hall of Fame Head Coach Vince Dooley discusses …

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