Two avid sports fans discussing what is going on in Football, Baseball, Basketball, and Golf.
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MSNBC’s Ali Velshi brings you the “Velshi Banned Book Club,” an act of resistance against the epidemic of book banning. In each episode, a different author of a banned book joins Ali—including Margaret Atwood, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Laurie Halse Anderson, and more—to talk about why their work is being targeted and about the literature itself. “Velshi Banned Book Club” is a series rooted in literary and cultural analysis and in the notion of reading as resistance. Read along with Ali and follow ...
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CFB 2023 Week 13 Pod
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It is the best week of the year in college football, Rivalry Week!! Kiely and Bret break down the results from week 12 which still lacked those big upsets we were looking for. But now we are getting close to some wild playoff scenarios. The guys then take a look at all the big games this weekend with the biggest of course being Ohio State vs Michig…
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Kiely and Bret are back after a BYE week for the pod! We are lacking the upsets to breakdown but there are so many teams left in the playoff mix. The guys break down the results from week 11 which was not kind to the teams of the pod, Tennessee and Nebraska. After they break down their picks for week 12s slate. Additionally, there have already been…
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We finally have our first college football play rankings to discuss!! Sadly, the drive to 325 is officially over, we discuss what is next for Iowa. After, Kiely and Bret go into normal programming with the recap of week 9 games (1 huge upset to discuss) and make picks for week 10s big slate! As always, listen in for our "gimmies" of the week. Enjoy…
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CFB 2023 Week 9 Pod
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This has been a busy week in CFB. Kiely and Bret give you the latest on the Michigan sign stealing saga. After, the guys break down what was an eventful week 8 in the sport. A lot of great games and some top teams are finally showing a chink in the armor. Finally, week 9 picks with lots of road favorites. That typically leads to upsets!! Enjoy…
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CFB 2023 Week 8 Pod
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This might be the best slate we've had all year! But before we get to week 8, we had to look back on week 7 which had some whacky results. The guys break down winners, losers, and the biggest shockers from last Saturday. How will the Brock Bowers injury affect UGA's title hopes? Then jump into the rivalry slate that we have in week 8. Our race for …
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The Constitution of the United States: A Complete Reading
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Is there a work of writing more influential than the Constitution of the United States? Is there a work of writing more weaponized, more debated, and more quoted and misquoted? On this special episode of the Velshi Banned Book Club we will provide crucial context and a complete reading of the sacred document so that you can decide for yourself. Thi…
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CFB 2023 Week 7 Pod
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Kiely and Bret break down what may have been the best weekend yet for college football this season! What on earth was Miami doing on Saturday night?? Why are college coaches coaching so scared in OT? The guys then break down a very good afternoon and night slate for week 7. Enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Bret Nothwehr
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Week 5 was another great week of college football! There were no shocking upsets but we are starting to learn a lot more about those at the top of the polls. The PAC 12 continues to look wide open and is the SEC potentially in trouble for a playoff spot? Listen to find out! Bret and Kiely also break down what should be another great Saturday of gam…
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The Black Literary Canon
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Few authors have changed American culture more than the unparalleled Toni Morrison and the amazing Zora Neale Hurston. This episode of the Velshi Banned Book Club examines two crucial books in the Black literary canon: “Beloved” and “Their Eyes Were Watching God”. Ivy league scholars Dr. Imani Perry and Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. look at celebrated work …
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BONUS: How to Win 2024: The “Kiddie Table” Debate
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Debate guru Ron Klain joins Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri on their new podcast “How to Win 2024” to discuss the winners and losers of the 2nd GOP debate and what it could mean for President Biden’s re-election campaign. Plus, the House Republicans’ impeachment effort that voters want nothing to do with. Listen each week and click here to f…
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CFB 2023 Week 5 Pod
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Kiely and Bret break down the LOADED week 4 slate. The guys both moved to 3-1 on their "gimmies". We nailed some of our picks from last week, and well others we didn't. Then we break down week 5. It may not have the same ranked on ranked match-up numbers but it is still going to be a very fun weekend in CFB. Take a listen to our thoughts and enjoy!…
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There is a persistent and damaging sexist trope that books written by women and for women are frivolous, light, and devoid of true meaning. On this episode of Velshi Banned Book Club Podcast we subvert that narrative with two powerful “chick-lit” books that have equally important messages: "Ready or Not" by Meg Cabot and “Speak” by Laurie Halse And…
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CFB 2023 Week 4 Pod
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Kiely and Bret break down the results from week 3 and the guys dig into some of the top programs to figure out, are the teams closer to their best games or their clunkers? What is the panic level in places like Tallahassee, Athens, and Tuscaloosa? Additionally, week 4 is a LOADED slate across the board. They break down all the top games and give th…
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The Latino Identity in Literature
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Latino representation in the literary and publishing community is startlingly low -- a survey conducted by Lee & Low Books and Boston University in 2020, found that a mere 6% of publishers identify as Latino. There are just a few books for such a large and diverse group – the quickest growing population in America. Both “Aristotle and Dante Discove…
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CFB 2023 Week 3 Pod
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Kiely and Bret break down the upsets from week 2 in college football (which we correctly predicted one!) They take a look at the week 3 slate which to some may look rough, but the guys have takes on why this may be a really fun weekend. Enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Bret Nothwehr
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Reexamining and Reframing U.S. History with Nikole Hannah-Jones
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“The 1619 Project”, named for the year the first enslaved African people arrived on the shores of Virginia, began as an editorial franchise for the New York Times. Since its inception, “The 1619 Project” has faced sharp criticism and relentless calls for its ban -- from school libraries, state Senates, and even from the White House. “The 1619 Proje…
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CFB 2023 Week 2 Pod
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This week Kiely and Bret break down reactions from week 1 games including the SHOCKER that Primetime pulled off against TCU! They also take a look ahead to a loaded week 2 slate with plenty of great games to make picks on. Make sure to stay to the end to hear our "gimmies" of the week!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Bret Nothwehr
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Using Literature to Grapple with School Shootings
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School shootings can feel inescapable -- especially if you're an American. Authors Jodi Picoult and Todd Strasser grapple with school shootings through literature. Picoult’s “Nineteen Minutes” is told from a place of healing. The reader is not asked to feel compassion for the shooter, but the story lays bare the bullying, taunts, and complicated fa…
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The Prodigious Margaret Atwood
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Most everyone knows Margaret Atwood’s name for her seminal work “The Handmaid’s Tale”. “The Handmaid’s Tale” is more relevant with each passing day – exploring women’s bodily autonomy, the environment, autocratic regimes, and even the banning of books. Atwood also wrote a stirring modern adaption of William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest”, entitled “Ha…
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Bret and Kiely break down their takeaways from week 0 when it comes to Notre Dame and USC. Next, they give their "homer" previews with season outlooks on Nebraska and Tennessee. Finally, they break down the week 1 games and give their picks to win as well as against the spread. Check out our NEW segment, our "gimmies" of the week which are our favo…
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This week Kiely and Bret break down the 2023 college football season. They give their conference champs, runner ups, dark horse candidates, POTY condidates for each Power 5 conference. Then they give their playoff picks, national champion, Heisman, and Coach of the Year candidates. Enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Bret Nothwehr
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Coming of Age as a Black Teen in America
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The stakes are high when you’re a Black teenager in America – they can be life or death. Both books featured on this episode of Velshi Banned Book Club couple pulled-from-the-headlines urgency with the emotional depth of good fiction. “All American Boys”, co-authored by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely, explores a gutting episode of police brutalit…
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LGBTQ+ Coming of Age Stories
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Books that tell LGBTQ+ stories are banned at a disproportionately high rate. The first episode of Velshi Banned Book Club features two equally powerful and poignant novels that grapple with what it means to discover who you are and who you love. “Two Boys Kissing” by David Levithan masterfully weaves four separate narratives and a haunting Greek ch…
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MSNBC’s Ali Velshi brings you the “Velshi Banned Book Club,” an act of resistance against the epidemic of book banning. In each episode, a different author of a banned book joins Ali—including Margaret Atwood, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Laurie Halse Anderson, George M. Johnson and more—to talk about why their work is being targeted and about the literatu…
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Coaching Carousel 2022 in full swing! Conference Championship Game Picks
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This week we have plenty to dive into! Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Auburn all hire high profile guys for their jobs. We breakdown each of these. Kiely, Bret, and Jared dive into the playoff rankings entering the last weekend and talk about a few key scenarios. Lastly, they all give their picks of the games!…
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First 2022 CFP Rankings come out; 2022 CBB preview
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The playoff committees first rankings came out this past week and Kiely and Bret break down who they think is in a good spot and who isn't. They also compare to what they expected them to be last week. Afterwards, they break down the biggest games of the weekend coming up including Tennessee at Georgia! Last, they give a quick preview to this year'…
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Halfway Point of CFB and NFL: Suprises/storylines; Best Tailgate Beer Draft
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After a long break we are back!! This week we take a look at the midway points of college and NFL to see what are the biggest surprises and story lines so far this year. Also Bret and Kiely give their initial CFB Playoff rankings before the committee even does! Finally, we introduce a new segment of drafting items and this week's topic is beer for …
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CFB week 3 recap and week 4 preview and NFL continues to be wild and unpredicable
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Last Saturday was a bit of a snoozer for College Football but this week doesn't look like it will be! Lots of great games but none bigger than will Tennessee finally get the Florida monkey off their back? NFL continues to be extremely unpredictable so far. Who are our biggest surprises and disappointments so far? Let us know yours…
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Sun Belt Saturday Recap! Bama escapes Austin and Scott Frost is finally out at Nebraska
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What a Saturday to recap!! App State knocks off A&M, Marshall knocks off ND, Georgia Southern knocks off Nebraska! The Bama vs Texas game was way better than we all expected and Tennessee Pitt was a thriller. Kiely and Bret break it all down in what was an amazing weekend of football.Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison
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College Football week 1 recap and week 2 preview! Expanded playoff is coming to CFB. How soon and how will it work?
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Kiely, Bret, and Joe recap and breakdown the results from a WILD week 1 in college football. Next they take a look and make their picks on the top 5 games for week 2. Finally, expanded playoffs are coming to CFB finally! How will it look and when can it start? Is this good or bad for the future? We discuss and let you know our thoughts…
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CFB week 0 recap. How hot is Scott Frosts' seat at Nebraska and will he last? Also picks for week 1 CFB
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This week we bring on 2 new guests! We needed more Cornhusker help as Scott Frost had another implosion against Northwestern. How long can he last at Nebraska after this most recent heartbreak? Last, we take a look at the top 5 games for week 1. Enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison
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College Football Week 0 Preview! And is ND underrated or overrated?
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It's finally game week!! There are actual games happening and Kiely and Bret are here to break them down. We give out best bets and picks to win. Last we take a look at ND over the last 5 years. Are they as overrated as everyone likes to say or could they even be underrated? We give our thoughts and opinions. Enjoy!…
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2022 College Football Predictions
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Clubhouse Talk is back!! Kiely and Bret are excited to breakdown some very early predictions for the 2022 college football season. They give their winners of the power 5 conferences, playoff predictions, and Heisman trophy winners. Hopefully they nail some of these but if not, let them know what they got wrong!…
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2022 PGA Championship Preview
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This week Kiely and Nate break down everything there is to know about Southern Hills. The top story lines including Tiger coming back again and Phil not being there to defend his title. Who are our picks to win? Who do we say will not win? Listen to find out! Also, Kiely gives his best practices on attending a PGA Tour event. Enjoy!…
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Masters 2022 Recap
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This week Kiely and Nate break down everything from the 2022 Masters. All about Scottie's big win, career aspirations, story lines, etc! EnjoyKirjoittanut Kiely Morrison
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2022 Final 4 Recap and 2022 Masters Preview
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This week we go double duty! The first half is Kiely and Bret breaking down a historic Final Four in New Orleans with Coach K's career ending to bitter rival UNC and then Kansas knocking off the Tar Heels in the championship. We break down the 3 games and legacy of Coach K to be remembered by. Afterwards, Kiely, Joe, and Nate have a Masters preview…
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2022 Sweet 16 and Elite 8 Preview!
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Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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2022 March Madness Round 1 Preview!
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Conference tourney weekend preview
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Bret and Kiely look at the 6 major basketball conference tournaments. They give their picks to win, teams that need to make a run for March madness, and who could be bid stealers on Sunday! Take a listen and enjoyKirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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Its finally March!! College basketball and baseball recaps
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It is finally the greatest sports month on the calendar... March! Conference tourneys are beginning or around the corner. College baseball is back! Golf is going on, hockey, NBA, you name it, its happening. Bret and Kiely recap everything going on in the world of sportsKirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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Super Bowl 56 Preview! Bengals vs Rams
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This week Kiely and Bret break down everything there is about the Super Bowl. How did we get here? Match-ups to watch. Prop bets to take. Best food to have at your party. Finally, who wins and takes home MVP. Enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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Greatest NFL weekend ever?? Championship weekend preview!
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The divisional round of the NFL might go down as the greatest weekend of football of all time. Kiely and Joe break down the games and talk about the thriller that was Bills vs Chiefs. After they take a look a the 49ers vs Rams this weekend and Bengals vs Chiefs. Who will be moving onto the Super Bowl? Take a listen to find out!…
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2022 NFL Divisional Round preview and predictions
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This week Kiely has Nate and Bret back on to look at how we did on the Wild Card weekend! We recap the games and how the match ups will go this weekend. Should be really exciting football and we break down the big players to watch out for and what will be the key areas to watch. Enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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National Championship recap and NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview
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This week we have a full crew on the podcast! Kiely, Bret, Nate, and Pat recap Georgia's national championship victory over Alabama. What does it mean for UGA going forward and Alabama? Also, it is Wild Card Weekend in the NFL! The crew breaks down each game and gives their picks. Finally, everyone gives their picks for Super Bowl matchup predictio…
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2021 National Championship Preview
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Bama vs UGA round 2! Kiely and Bret break down the national championship game. They give their picks and predictions. Also, they take a look at the whole landscape of college football with opt-outs, transfer portal, coaching changes, and NIL. Enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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Tiger returns to the golf course. Who are the Super Bowl favorites?
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Tiger Woods has returned to the golf course with his son at the PNC Challenge! Joe and Kiely break it down with what they saw and how great it was to watch. Also, who should be the favorites to make the Super Bowl? The NFL is WIDE open so listen to who they pick. Happy Holidays and enjoy!Kirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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2021 CFP is set! Does UGA need a QB change? Coaching carousel remains wild
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The final 4 is set for the college football playoff! Were the rankings correct for each team? Who will win the semis? Also, we talk about if UGA needs to switch from Bennet to Daniels. And much, much more! Take a listen and enjoyKirjoittanut Kiely Morrison and Joseph Mraz
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Brian Kelly LSU, Lincoln Riley to USC, and its only the beginning
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What a wild couple days in sports! Brian Kelly leaves ND to go to LSU and Lincoln Riley leaves for USC. Where do Oklahoma and ND go from here? Who will be in the final CFB next week? Will a defensive player win the Heisman, no but they should! Finally, the MLB hot stove is on fire! Check out our thoughts on all of these topics!…
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Could Cinci be left out of CFP? Who are the top 3 of each NFL conference?
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Could Cincinnati really be left out of the college football playoff if undefeated? Kiely thinks so and gives some reasons why. The head coaching market is going crazy this year with coaches being fired left and right. Is Dan Mullen next? Finally, Kiely and Bret give their top 3 teams in each NFL conference along with a sleeper they both think can m…
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The Braves are 2021 World Series Champions!! CFB rankings. Top team in the NFL?
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The Braves are World Series champions!! Its hard to believe but it is real. We take a look at the year and how they got here and what might happen in the off-season. The first college football playoff rankings came out last week and where do we see the teams standing. Finally, who is the top team in the NFL? Is there a top team? Take a listen to fi…
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