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Voodoo Curse

In their 21st episode, the hosts celebrate the milestone with a tribute to Las Vegas, sharing personal stories and unique experiences from the city known for its bright lights and big bets. They reflect on the evolution of Vegas, its rise as a sports destination, and the memories it’s created for them over the years.
From there, the focus shifts to the world of sports, starting with a recap of the CFP Quarterfinals and the final week of the NFL regular season, emphasizing games with major playoff implications. Hot takes include Minnesota’s implosion against Detroit, the announcers’ hilarious antics at the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, and standout performances from the World Junior Hockey Championships, Hideki Matsuyama at the Sentry Open, and Jim Crutchfield’s innovative approach to DII basketball.
The hosts also revisit the Sandman Legend preseason predictions, analyzing their calls for college football conference winners, NFL division champions, and Super Bowl contenders. They then break down this weekend’s two CFP semifinal games, highlighting keys to victory for each team, and share insights into the NFL Wild Card matchups, including a few potential upsets.
This week’s Top 5 features the hosts’ favorite sports memories from 2024, ranging from the Stanley Cup and the Summer Olympics to historic seasons by Scottie Scheffler and Caitlin Clark. They wrap up with the fan-favorite Nailed It segment, where listeners get a chance to shine.
Packed with humor, insights, and reflection, this episode is a celebration of sports and the moments that made 2024 unforgettable.

Where's My Kiss?

In this week’s episode, the hosts start by sharing their thoughts on New Year’s Eve celebrations, with one of them recounting a funny story from years past. They then reflect on their preseason football predictions, revisiting the hits and misses from their very first podcast episode back in August.
Next, they dive into recent headlines, including Penn State’s victory over Boise State in the first CFP Quarterfinal, some highlights from other notable bowl games, and the evolving NFL Playoff picture. Hot Takes include a bold prediction that the Vikings will beat the Lions in a crucial NFC North showdown, Cam Ward’s controversial halftime exit, Alabama’s shocking loss to Michigan and its potential impact on coach Kalen DeBoer, and Pat Narduzzi’s questionable play-calling and antics during Pittsburgh’s latest bowl game.
The episode continues with their Stone Cold Locks segment, featuring a heated debate over the Vikings-Lions game. The hosts also share their Top 5 favorite experiences and recommendations from 2024, ranging from entertainment picks to travel highlights. Finally, they wrap up with the fan-favorite Nailed It segment, including an update regarding their listener competition and leaderboard.
This episode blends humor, sharp analysis, and heartfelt reflection, offering a mix of sports insights and personal stories to entertain and engage listeners.

We Can't Have Nice Things

In this festive episode, the hosts kick things off with a lively debate over polarizing Christmas questions, like real tree vs. fake tree, and other holiday traditions. They then dive into the weekend’s biggest sports headlines, including a breakdown of the first four CFP playoff games—some of which were duds—and the most impactful NFL matchups.
The hot takes segment features a heartfelt tribute to the late Rickey Henderson, exciting news about Sandman Sports, and a nod to the impressive performances of Sam Darnold and the Vikings. The hosts then share their Stone Cold Locks, continuing to help listeners cash in, especially with Pat’s red-hot streak.
This week’s Top 5 focuses on the hosts’ sports bucket lists, sharing their dream events to attend, from the Indy 500 to the Masters. The episode wraps up with the fan-favorite Nailed It segment, crowning the week 7 listener winner and closing out with plenty of holiday cheer.
From sports talk to holiday spirit, this episode delivers a mix of fun, analysis, and camaraderie for all listeners. Don’t miss it!

Hope You Like Potatoes

In this super-sized episode, the hosts kick things off with a tribute to this year’s Heisman Trophy winner, Travis Hunter, reflecting on the award’s rich history and sharing favorite winners and memorable moments. From there, they dive into the week’s hottest headlines and the NFL playoff picture.
The conversation then turns to hot takes with shout-outs to standout players like Josh Allen, commentary on the transfer portal’s impact on bowl games, appreciation for teams exceeding expectations this season, and a tribute to Randy Moss amid his cancer battle.  
The hosts then share their Stone Cold Locks for the week, including a lively side bet on the Indiana-Notre Dame game, and in a special feature, they break down the first-round College Football Playoff matchups with their usual mix of insights and humor.
This week’s Top 5 segment features the hosts ranking their favorite fast food restaurants, joined by a special surprise guest who spices up the banter. Finally, the fan-favorite Nailed It segment wraps things up, where they also announce the week 6 winner and addition to the Listener Leaderboard.
From Heisman trivia to betting insights and playful fast food debates, this episode has a little something for everyone. Tune in for laughs, bold takes, and a whole lot of Sandman Nation energy!

Mr. Jolly

This episode blends holiday gripes, sports analysis, and bold predictions. The hosts kick things off by airing their holiday frustrations, from A Christmas Story and annoying Christmas songs to chaotic parking. They then shift focus to the week’s top sports headlines, including a recap of Championship Weekend and the unveiling of the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket.
Hot takes fly as they debate Oregon’s challenging CFP path, Juan Soto’s move to the Mets, Bill Belichick’s return to coaching with North Carolina, and the overlooked Vikings. They also dive into bold bowl predictions, such as Michigan upsetting Alabama, Boise State surprising in the Fiesta Bowl, and Penn State emerging as a championship contender. Fascinating trivia, like the rare one-point safety in football, keeps the discussion lively, while the hosts share insights on betting strategies and the waning appeal of bowl games.
The episode wraps with their fan-favorite "Nailed It" segment, where listeners can win an end-of-season trip with the hosts. With humor, analysis, and actionable advice, this episode offers something for every sports fan.

Throw Fists Bro

In this week’s episode, the hosts tackle the heated drama of Rivalry Week, starting with the flag-planting controversies that sparked debates on sportsmanship and rivalry. They also dive into some memorable sports fights in history, exploring how emotions can often overshadow the action on the field.
The crew breaks down the biggest stories from the weekend, including shocking upsets and standout performances. They also share their hot takes which include a look into the epic 8-overtime thriller between Georgia and Georgia Tech, a deep dive into Michigan’s nail-biting win over Ohio State and Washington State’s dubious history-making moment.
For those looking to cash in, the boys deliver more of their Stone Cold Locks, continuing their streak of helping listeners pocket some cash. Shifting gears, the guys embrace the holiday spirit with a lively Top 5 segment, debating their all-time favorite Christmas movies.
The episode wraps up with a highlight of their first sponsor, Mike's Hot Honey, during the fan-favorite Nailed It segment. It's a perfect blend of sports insights, holiday nostalgia, and fun banter so don’t miss it!

Gobble, Gobble

This episode kicks off with a celebration of Thanksgiving and the long-standing tradition of football on Turkey Day. The hosts dive into how it all began, share fun NFL Thanksgiving facts, and reminisce about their favorite memories of football on this festive day.
The conversation then shifts to the week’s biggest sports headlines. From a stunning winning streak snapped in college sports to a major upset in college basketball, the hosts also break down key moments in college football and the NFL, highlighting surprises, upsets, and standout performances.
Hot takes this week include Alabama’s shocking loss, a look at the leaderboard of the Ben Harper Memorial Pool, love for the MLS playoffs, and a closer look at Michigan’s latest recruiting win and the growing influence of NIL deals in Ann Arbor.
The boys share their Stone Cold Locks, with Bierman unveiling his Lock of the Year, followed by this week’s Top 5, which honors the greatest players in history from their rival teams: the Oregon Ducks, Ohio State Buckeyes, and Green Bay Packers.
Finally, the episode wraps up with the ever-popular Nailed It segment, featuring a listener update and a preview of the highly anticipated Black Friday Live Streaming Event. Packed with sports analysis, humor, and Thanksgiving cheer, this is one you won’t want to miss!

Gold Rush

In this week’s episode, the hosts take listeners on a whirlwind journey through humor, nostalgia, and insightful commentary. Kicking things off, they dive into personal anecdotes and a fun debate about celebrity crushes before transitioning into the latest sports headlines, including the latest CFP rankings, some dominating performances in the NFL and a few golf and gambling stories from Pat’s recent trip to Las Vegas.
The sports focus sharpens with betting insights for this weekend’s action, highlighting key predictions and teams to watch, including Ohio State’s predicted dominance, a possible surprise in South Bend, and several very confident stone cold locks on the pro side.  
Adding a unique twist, the guys share their "Top 5 Time Travel Destinations," exploring pivotal historical moments and iconic sports events they’d love to witness firsthand. From D-Day to Woodstock, they blend humor and heartfelt reflections, imagining how revisiting these moments could shape their perspectives.
The episode wraps up with exciting listener engagement opportunities, including updates on the fan-favorite “Nailed It” segment and details on a huge live streaming event planned for Black Friday. Packed with humor, heart, and a dash of history, this episode is not to be missed!

Hoosier Daddy

In this week’s packed episode, one of the hosts kicks things off with a recap of his trip to the Indiana-Michigan game, sharing insights on the game-day atmosphere and fan excitement this season. From there, the crew dives into a discussion on the worst programs in college football history, debating which underdog teams they’d like to see turn things around and which ones might actually be close to making that leap.
The hosts then tackle the weekend’s major headlines, covering a couple key college football matchups that turned into blowouts, some thrilling NFL finishes, and a look at the leading Heisman candidates. Of course, they also bring you their Stone Cold Locks for the upcoming games and continue adding onto their winning records.
This week’s Top 5 takes a fun turn as the guys share their all-time favorite TV shows, bringing out a variety of picks across genres and eras that are sure to spark some listener opinions.
The episode wraps with their Nailed It segment, reminding listeners to join in for a shot at the end-of-season trip with the hosts. Tune in for a great blend of sports analysis, nostalgia, and plenty of laughs along the way!

Arkadelphia

We won't bury the lead - in this episode the guys introduce exciting news around the Nailed It segment, inviting listeners to join the fun, compete for prizes, and even earn a spot on a trip with the hosts at season's end. By participating in Nailed It, fans could win an unforgettable sports weekend with the Sandman crew and appear on an upcoming podcast episode.
Additionally, since this is their 12th episode, the hosts dive into the latest sports scene with spirited takes on iconic athletes, kicking off with the power of the number 12 and an in-depth look at Tom Brady’s legendary career. They share candid opinions on current quarterbacks, expressing both admiration and frustration. They also break down major sports headlines, including the start of college basketball season, college football upsets, dominating NFL teams, and intriguing matchups, plus the first reveal of the CFP rankings.
In their hot takes and reflections, they briefly visit Division 2 football, call out Oregon’s questionable sportsmanship, and even give a shoutout to Kirk Herbstreit’s dog.
This week’s Stone Cold Locks keep Sandman Nation rolling and cashing in on those tickets. For the Top 5 segment, the hosts share their favorite head-to-head sports rivalries through the years, featuring classic matchups like Red Sox-Yankees, Ohio State-Michigan, Evert-Navratilova, and Mickelson-Woods.
Don't miss this action-packed episode full of insight, humor, and big chances to get involved with Sandman Nation!