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You Love Tennessee Football, and you love a good story. We do too! So we created this podcast to share all of the best of the Tennessee Football Archives! The stories you'll hear come directly from the Volunteer Lettermen who played the game, direct from the recordings of legendary Voice of the Vols John Ward, and direct from the voluminous vault of VFL Films. Mix it all together, and you get "A Host of Volunteers" the podcast.
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This is Provo is a new podcast that delves into the unique culture of Provo, UT. This town boasts one of the most unique college populations in the country--a population that is proud to be ranked the most "Stone Cold Sober Campus" every year by the Princeton Review. Episodes of "This is Provo" feature interviews and stories from Provo on topics ranging from dating, entrepreneurship, summer camps, non-profits, food, traveling, and everything else under the Y.
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As we begin the "Josh Heupel Era" of Tennessee Football, we thought it would be interesting to look back at the dawning of the eras of Doug Dickey, Bill Battle, Johnny Majors and Phillip Fulmer.By VFL Films
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Tim Townes: An undersized guy with oversized dreams
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Former Tennessee Strong Safety Tim Townes dreams big. First he wanted to be a Vol. In spite of his lack of size, speed or scholarship offer he achieved his dream. This episode introduces you to Tim and spotlights his career in orange. Tim’s dreams continued after graduation. He is now Dr. Tim Townes and he wants to cure Sickle Cell Anemia. It’s ano…
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IF you automatically think of 1988 as the season Tennessee went 0-6, then this show is for you! We hope to re-frame your memory of that season, because yes that team began 0-6, but after this episode is finished … if we’ve done our job … you’ll think of that season as the season we FINISHED 5-0! As the season that LAUNCHED the decade of dominance. …
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As suggested by a listener we bring you an abridged replay of the Tennessee vs. Indiana game in the 1988 Peach Bowl in Atlanta.By VFL Films, John Ward, Bill Anderson
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1972 vs. Penn State: When Shields Watkins Shined Like an Emerald in the Night.
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Tennessee faced Penn State in back to back home games over 1971 and 1972! This episode tells the story of HOW Joe Paterno played the Vols twice and never played them in his home stadium! This story also documents a new era for Tennessee Football. This game was the first to be played under the lights at Neyland Stadium. It was a magical year for Ten…
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In 1971 Bobby Majors was selected to the All America team. In that season's final regular season game against Penn State he proved the selection was no mistake! This episode tells the story of Bobby's greatest game, and one of Tennessee's greatest teams.By Bobby Majors, Johnny Majors, Gary Wyant, Tim Townes, John Ward, Bill Battle
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Jeff Powell: Roaring Down The Greensward!
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Before Tennessee began its historic 1985 championship season, it was loaded with quality running backs. Keith Davis, Charles Wilson, Pete Panuska, William Howard and Big Sam Henderson were just some of the veteran backs who would be counted on. Nowhere in the preseason media guide was there any mention of a walk-on named Jeff Powell. In spite of hi…
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The conclusion of our two-part look at Johnny Majors' debut season on Rocky Top. This episode of "When Johnny Comes Marching Home" spotlights the final six games of 1977 which launched the success in future years of the Johnny Majors era. Guests in this second episode include Pat Ryan, Pert Jenkins, Eddy Powers and long-time staffer Bill Higdon. Li…
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The first of 10 episodes in the podcast's debut season is titled "When Johnny Comes Marching Home" and spotlights the first year of the Johnny Majors era, Tennessee's 1977 campaign. Guests in the first episode include Pat Ryan, Pert Jenkins, Eddy Powers and Larry Seivers along with former UT coaches Majors and Bill Battle.…
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This episode introduces our hosts and gives a small taste of what's in store for Vol fans when the show goes live in just a few weeks.By VFL Films
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After some brief apologies for being absent for three months, Kelli shares an interview with three members of Provo Pride: Tosh, Mario, and Jessica. A lot of people in Provo don't even realize that Provo has a Pride organization, but Tosh, Mario, and Jessica discuss the origins of the organization and the Provo Pride Festival and how it has grown o…
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Episode 462: Looking back at Tennessee football over the last two years + podcast news
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This is the final Tennessee episode from SEC Country. Josh Ward says his goodbye on the show while also announcing some good news regarding the podcast. Josh talks to Mike Griffith about the last two years talking about Tennessee football and athletics. There has been a lot of change since the podcast began.…
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Episode 461: New Tennessee commit's head coach explains what the Vols are getting at quarterback
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Highlights from today's show: * Josh Ward provides info on new Tennessee QB commit Brian Maurer * Matt Franklin, Maurer's head coach at West Port HS, joins the show (4:25 mark) to provide info on Maurer's development as a quarterback and his ability both throwing and running the ball. * Hear stories from Mike Keith (12:45 mark) and Charles Davis (1…
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Episode 460: How UT, Jeremy Pruitt are viewed nationally + more memories of the great John Ward
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Today's show begins with Josh Ward talking about one national publication's ranking of Tennessee's football team and coach Jeremy Pruitt entering the 2018 season. Hear what Athlon writer Braden Gall thinks about UT trying to reach a bowl game in Pruitt's first year. Josh talks more about that before turning the conversation to the late John Ward, w…
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Episode 459: The Chryst-Guarantano battle continues at Tennessee
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Today's show takes a look at Tennessee's quarterback battle. Josh Ward lays out some of the strengths that both Keller Chryst and Jarrett Guarantano offer. Josh talks to Mike Griffith about the position as well as the offense overall, which will be led by new offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Tyson Helton. Josh also mentions some numbers tha…
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Episode 458: New Tennessee commit sees national championship in Vols' future
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Tennessee landed a commitment from linebacker/defensive end Jalil Clemons from Starkville (Miss.) High School during the weekend. He joins Josh Ward on today's show to talk about committing to the Vols and why he's so confident in coach Jeremy Pruitt and his staff. Josh updates Tennessee's 2019 class rankings and how the Vols compare to the rest of…
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Episode 457: More memories of John Ward + Jeremy Pruitt offers optimistic hint for 2018
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Josh Ward opens today with a few more memories of John Ward. Hear from VFL Bert Bertelkamp as well as Ryan McGee of ESPN as they share their experiences from being around the legendary Tennessee broadcaster. Josh also talks to Rivals.com recruiting writer Adam Friedman about several prospects, including offensive lineman Darnell Wright and athlete …
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Episode 456: Paying tribute to Tennessee legend John Ward
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Today's show offers a tribute to legendary broadcaster John Ward, who passed away on Wednesday. Josh Ward (no relation) shares some thoughts on John Ward and the impact he made on so many Tennessee fans. Hear from of his iconic calls, including Johnnie Jones' game-winning touchdown run against Alabama in 1983 and the final play of the 1998 Florida …
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Episode 455: Discussing a realistic win total for Tennessee in 2018
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Today's show focuses on the improvements Jeremy Pruitt is trying to make to Tennessee's football program and the potential impact we might see this year. Josh Ward and Mike Griffith discuss a realistic win total for Tennessee, at least as it stands right now, heading into the 2018 season. Hear from Florida Gators beat writer Edgar Thompson, who pro…
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Episode 454: Looking at positions for Jeremy Pruitt and his staff to focus on this fall
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Josh Ward opens today’s show with a note on Maryville running back Tee Hodge, who recently received an offer from Tennessee. Jesse Smithey if 5StarPreps.com provides more insight. Josh welcomes to the show Mike Griffith, who discusses positions for Tennessee coach Jeremy Pruitt and his staff to focus on this upcoming fall. And UT's new weight room …
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Episode 453: Tennessee's quarterback battle is truly underway with summer workouts
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Today's show looks at the summer workouts going on right now with Tennessee's football team. The focus today is on the quarterbacks. It's now a four-man race thanks to the arrival of grad transfer Keller Chryst and true freshman JT Shrout. Josh Ward and Mike Griffith talk about the quarterback battle and the importance of those quarterbacks establi…
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Love theater but tired of seeing the same musicals performed over and over again? Taylor Jack Nelson and Kacey Spadafora are the co-founders and artistic directors of An Other Theater Company. They are out to change the way that people in Utah County think about theater, and this is manifest in everything from their location to their types of shows…
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Episode 17: How Podcasting Got Me a Boyfriend and a Comedy Career
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Kelli takes an episode to talk about the origins of the podcast and what it's been like to host This is Provo during the last year. She also talks about the two most meaningful things that have happened in her life largely due to the podcast--getting a boyfriend and launching an improv comedy career.…
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Episode 16: Get Involved with Volunteering
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Provo is one of the most service-oriented cities in the Utah and even the country! It's fantastic how much volunteer service goes on in our town. In this episode, we met with three local nonprofits to discuss their organizations and how you can get involved. You'll hear from Michaelann Bradley of United Way, who gives some insight into volunteering…
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Our last episode in our music series is a little bit different. You've heard from local bands in Provo, but what if you want to get out and make your own music? That's what Heart & Seoul Karaoke is here for! In today's episode, Kelli interviews the owners of the new Center Street establishment to find out about their inspiration for opening Heart &…
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The third episode in our feature on the Provo music scene. What does it really take to make it as musicians in Provo? The members of the band The Backview Heights share how they got their start, what it's like to collaborate and play with other artists in Provo, and even dish on which of their members would be most likely to pull a Zayn and leave t…
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Continuing our series on the music scene in Provo, Kelli interviews Brandon Kitterman from the Provo-based band Fictionist. He talks about joining the band and their progress through the years, gives advice to up-and-coming musicians, shares some tour catastrophes, and even gives a peek into his Spotify playlist.…
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This episode kicks off a series focusing on the unique music scene of Provo. Kelli interviews Justin Hackworth and Sarah Wiley, two of the original creators of the Provo Rooftop Concert Series. They discuss the genesis of the concert series and share what it was like to get it running. Unsurprisingly, there's a lot more work that goes on behind the…
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If you like a good ghost story, this episode is for you. Ever wonder if Provo is haunted? Derek Jacobs, the owner of Pedal Provo Ghost Tours, would respond with a resounding YES. He joins us to discuss his business, which takes riders on tours around Provo to check out some of its haunted locations. He and Kelli share their own personal encounters …
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Remember back in Episode 1, where we asked residents of Provo to describe their city in one word? Well, no one used the word "diverse." That's because Provo is not known for its diversity. From the outside (or even the inside), it appears to be pretty homogeneous racially, culturally, and religiously. On today's episode, we're featuring three indiv…
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