The Beat is a college sports podcast from The Athletic Detroit that takes you places you’d least expect. Hosts Nick Baumgardner, Brendan Quinn, Austin Meek and Colton Pouncy will talk all things Michigan college sports and be sure to keep you up to date on the Wolverines and Spartans.
Goodbye...for now
Nick and Brendan say goodbye to this version of The Beat. The guys talk about their new roles at The Athletic and what's next.
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9/6/2022 • 38 minutes, 11 seconds
Pulling some CFB questions out of the mailbag and chatting with the great Max Bultman
Nick and Brendan answer some of your mailbag questions on college football and the future of the sport. The guys are also joined by The Athletic's Max Bultman to talk some Red Wings.
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7/20/2022 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 28 seconds
The B1G SuperLeague and shop talk with Pistons writer James L. Edwards III
The Big Ten and SEC are on track to create super-conferences. Nick and Brendan don't hold back their opinions on what's going on with conference realignment. Plus, The Athletic's James Edwards III joins the show to talk about the Pistons.
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7/5/2022 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 10 seconds
Michigan, Michigan State summer pressure check
Brendan and Nick answer your most pressing questions, including pressure checks this summer at Michigan and Michigan State.
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6/22/2022 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 29 seconds
The Beat's summertime mailbag
The only way to kick off summer is with a mailbag with Nick and Brendan! The guys answer your questions about Michigan/Ohio State, golf and more!
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6/2/2022 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 56 seconds
Diving into the NIL chaos pool
The world of NIL in college sports is here... and who better to dive into the chaos than Nick and Brendan?!
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5/5/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 22 seconds
NFL Draft mailbag + Augusta National
Nick and Brendan bring you the only pod that can break down the NFL Draft AND play Augusta National
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4/27/2022 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 32 seconds
Talking Michigan State spring football with Colton Pouncy
Nick and joined by The Athletic's Colton Pouncy to dive into Michigan State's spring football and all things around Mel Tucker's program.
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4/13/2022 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 33 seconds
Michigan football's spring progress report
Nick is joined by The Athletic's Austin Meek to dive into Michigan's spring practice. What are some improvements being made with the Wolverines?
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Nick and Brendan recap a wild weekend of NCAA Tourney hoops, including Michigan's run to the Sweet 16, MSU's classic showdown with Duke and the best moments from the weekend.
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3/22/2022 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 50 seconds
Brendan and Nick's NCAA Tournament preview
Brendan and Nick's NCAA Tournament preview: Breaking down the paths of Michigan, Michigan State and the rest of the Big Ten.
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3/16/2022 • 1 hour, 32 seconds
The inaugural live room Q&A with Nick and Brendan
Crack open a beer and come chat with Nick and Brendan on The Beat's first ever live room! The guys answer all your questions, including how to watch a football game, Michigan's most favorable tournament opponents and whether the Spartans have that "Izzo edge" this year.
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3/8/2022 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 31 seconds
It's March: Talking Michigan-Michigan State hoops
It's March! Nick and Brendan going in-depth about Michigan and Michigan State basketball, and their potential over the next month.
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3/2/2022 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 33 seconds
Unpacking the Juwan Howard situation
So... not sure if you've heard, but Juwan Howard was involved in a little situation. Nick and Brendan are here to unpack the incident. How and why it happened and what to make of the suspension.
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2/22/2022 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 53 seconds
Mailbag: Harbaugh's staff, mid-majors and texting Devin Booker
Nick and Brendan open up the mailbag on this week's episode of The Beat. They discuss Jim Harbaugh's staff, mid-majors and the most famous contact in their phones.
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2/17/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 45 seconds
Jim Harbaugh is staying... but tensions are high...
Nick and Brendan are joined by Austin Meek to sort out all the details surrounding the Michigan football program. Harbaugh is staying, but now the OC and DC positions are vacant. What's the temperature in the locker room?
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2/7/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 56 seconds
Will he stay or will he go: Jim Harbaugh edition
Nick and Brendan rehash on their favorite topic: Jim Harbaugh's future. Harbaugh wants the Vikings job. Or does he? The Vikings want Harbaugh. Or do they? So many questions to be answered on this week's episode of The Beat!
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2/2/2022 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 41 seconds
More Harbaupdates and reader mail
Nick and Brendan continue to discuss your favorite topic: Is Jim Harbaugh staying or leaving? Is there anything in his contract that would tip his hand? Plus, thoughts on Juwan Howard's staff and roster construction. And bucket list games.
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1/20/2022 • 52 minutes, 43 seconds
Silly Season has arrived
Coaches are coming and going. Nick and Brendan discuss all the rumors surrounding Jim Harbaugh and his future in coaching.
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1/13/2022 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 21 seconds
New Year, New Rivalry: Recapping 2021 Michigan-Michigan State football
Happy 2022! Nick and Brendan start the new year recapping an entertaining and success season of Michigan and Michigan State football.
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1/4/2022 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 27 seconds
Talkin' Fruit: Peach and Orange Bowl preview, plus Madden memories
Nick and Brendan preview Michigan's semifinal game vs. Georgia and Michigan State's Peach Bowl matchup vs. Pitt. Plus, the guys share some of their favorites John Madden memories.
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12/29/2021 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 26 seconds
The Beat: Holiday Mailbag Edition
St. Nick and Brendan the Elf get in the holiday spirit and answer your mailbag questions!
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12/22/2021 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 25 seconds
Heisman reaction & Michigan/Michigan State hoops
Nick and Brendan have some thoughts on the Heisman Trophy, the voting process and media reaction. Plus, it's hoops time; are the Spartans living up to preseason expectations? And does Juwan Howard have the Wolverines on the right track heading into 2022?
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12/13/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 52 seconds
Michigan to the College Football Playoff, Michigan State to the Peach Bowl
Nick and Brendan take a lot at the bowl matchups of Michigan and Michigan State. What are Michigan's chances against Georgia? How will MSU's secondary fare against Kenny Pickett?
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12/6/2021 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 34 seconds
Michigan vs. Iowa preview, coaching chaos, and college hoops
Nick and Brendan have a lot to say about the recent coaching changes in college football and what it means for the future of the sport. Plus, they answer your mailbag questions on Michigan vs. Iowa, Aidan Hutchinson and Kenneth Walker III, and fan euphoria.
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12/2/2021 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 34 seconds
It actually happened: Michigan beats Ohio State 42-27
The drought is over! Jim Harbaugh and Michigan beat Ohio State 42-27. Nick and Brendan react to one of the biggest wins in program history.
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11/28/2021 • 58 minutes, 1 second
Michigan-Ohio State: For all the marbles
It's "that" week, folks. Nick and Brendan have you covered for your Michigan vs. Ohio State talk!
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11/24/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 56 seconds
It's playoff time for Michigan and Michigan State
The College Football Playoff is still a realistic possibility for Michigan and Michigan State. Nick and Brendan discuss the remaining two games for each program. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions.
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11/16/2021 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 47 seconds
Welcome back, college basketball, we've missed you
It's hoops time! Nick and Brendan preview Michigan and Michigan State's 2021-22 basketball season.
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11/9/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 38 seconds
Tuck is most definitely comin' ... but is he goin'?
Nick and Brendan try to crawl inside the mind of Mel Tucker, the hottest coach in college football. Plus, a Michigan postmortem and your questions.
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11/2/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 55 seconds
Michigan State beats Michigan 37-33
Nick and Brendan fire up their mics and bring you a postgame reaction pod following Michigan State's huge win against Michigan in East Lansing.
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10/31/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 40 seconds
Michigan State and Michigan are 7-0: One team has to lose
Nick and Brendan are joined by The Athletic’s Colton Pouncy and Austin Meek to dive even deeper into the biggest UM-MSU game in recent memory. What does each team need to do in order to come out with a win? Are Mel Tucker and Jim Harbaugh similar? Is the winner NY6 bowl bound? Plus, BQ’s special game narrative!
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10/27/2021 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 21 seconds
Michigan and Michigan State are 7-0: Let's do this.
It's finally here. Michigan & Michigan State will play in a top 10 matchup for the first time since 1964. Nick Baumgardner and Brendan Quinn discuss the significance of the matchup for both programs. Which program needs the win more? Brendan guarantees a Lions win over the Eagles. Plus, the guys answer listener questions.
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10/26/2021 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 33 seconds
Michigan State and Michigan are still undefeated: Start the drum roll
On today's episode of The Beat, Nick and Brendan discuss Michigan State's win this past weekend, as well as listener questions including LSU's situation and the antics in Tennessee.
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10/19/2021 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 35 seconds
Michigan and Michigan State are 6-0: One step closer to Armageddon
Nick and Brendan get into the big wins for the Spartans and Wolverines, and discuss the coaching jobs of Jim Harbaugh and Mel Tucker this season.
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10/12/2021 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 48 seconds
Michigan State and Michigan are 5-0: Let's dive in
The Wolverines and Spartans continue their undefeated seasons with wins over Wisconsin and Western Kentucky. Nick and Brendan discuss the progress Michigan and Michigan State have made. Plus mailbag questions including a discussion on *that* Urban Meyer video and Marcus Bingham Jr.'s development.
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10/5/2021 • 59 minutes, 40 seconds
Michigan and Michigan State are 4-0: Let's discuss
Nick and Brendan open up the show with a Ryder Cup recap and BQ's transition into basketball season. Then, the guys discuss the Wolverines and Spartans staying undefeated. Did Rutgers give Michigan an unexpected scare? Plus, a fantasy football update from The Athletic Detroit league.
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9/29/2021 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 39 seconds
Michigan State whips Miami, Michigan stays undefeated
On this week's episode of The Beat, Nick and Brendan recap the weekend of football. Michigan State travels to south Florida and dominates Miami. How has Mel Tucker turned around the program so quickly? Michigan moves to 3-0 with a meeting against Rutgers looming. How important is the Wolverines offense line?
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9/21/2021 • 52 minutes, 6 seconds
Can MSU keep it rolling against Miami?
Nick and Brendan preview the Michigan State vs. Miami game. Brendan will be in attendance and we're looking forward to hearing about his experience... if he remembers it... Plus, if the Spartans exceed expectations this season, would the interest in Mel Tucker increase among top programs?
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9/15/2021 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 40 seconds
Michigan and Michigan State are 1-0, let's break it down
Nick and Brendan recap week 1 of the college football season. The Wolverines and Spartans both start their seasons with wins. How did they perform compared to their preseason expectations?
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9/7/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 40 seconds
2021 college football mega preview
On this week's episode of The Beat, Nick and Brendan look ahead to the 2021 college football season for the Wolverines and Spartans. What can we expect from both programs and head coaches?
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8/31/2021 • 1 hour, 27 minutes
The Alliance, Emoni Bates and CM Punk
Nick and Brendan react to the "alliance" between the Big Ten, ACC and Pac-12. What does it mean for college sports? Anything at all? Plus, Emoni Bates commits to Memphis.
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8/26/2021 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 41 seconds
A caddy's take on late summer football
On this week's episode of The Beat, Nick and Brendan dive into BQ's caddying, Michigan State AD, Spartans football and U-M football as camp gets into the dog days.
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8/20/2021 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 37 seconds
Ranting NIL, MSU's AD job and Sheetz Country
Nick and Brendan dive into the NIL situation in college athletics -- how will things play out going forward? Are there going to be unexpected situations that the NCAA isn't ready for? Plus, Sheetz vs. Wawa.
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8/12/2021 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 51 seconds
Jim Harbaugh at Big Ten media days
Nick and Brendan recap Big Ten media day 1 - Jim Harbaugh's on-brand quote and what to expect in 2021. Plus, how would the Big Ten be impacted if Texas and Oklahoma leave the Big 12 for the SEC?
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7/22/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 26 seconds
An important month of Michigan State recruiting
The Athletic's Colton Pouncy joins Nick on a Michigan State recruiting episode. How big of a month is this for the Spartans? Can Mel Tucker bring in the top talent in the state? How much talent is actually on the current roster?
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6/18/2021 • 49 minutes, 35 seconds
Reaction to Matt Schembechler’s press conference
Nick and Austin discuss the state of the Robert Anderson-Michigan situation, and Bo Schembechler’s alleged role.
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6/11/2021 • 32 minutes
The ups and downs of the Michigan offseason
Nick and Austin dive into the head coaching changes, recruiting challenges and points of emphasis for the Wolverines.
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5/21/2021 • 33 minutes, 43 seconds
The Robert Anderson-WilmerHale report
Nick and Brendan are joined by Austin Meek to unpack the WilmerHale report on Robert Anderson.
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5/13/2021 • 47 minutes, 55 seconds
Emoni Bates decommits + Michigan football's best wins
On today's mailbag episode, Brendan and Nick address the decommitment of Emoni Bates, Franz Wagner declares for the NBA Draft and Michigan football's best wins during Nick's coverage of the program.
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5/4/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 42 seconds
NFL Draft preview
Nick and Brendan try to filter out all the rumors and noise when it comes to the NFL Draft. Will the Lions select a QB? Which Michigan and Michigan State players to watch for.
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4/29/2021 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 13 seconds
Michigan Men and beer crawl mailbag
This week's episode of The Beat is full of ranting and raving about the NCAA, the phrase "Michigan Man" and coaching searches.
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4/14/2021 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 48 seconds
Spring in the state of Michigan
Nick is joined by Austin Meek and Colton Pouncy to gauge the feelings of the Wolverines and Spartans football fanbases.
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4/8/2021 • 53 minutes, 41 seconds
What's next for Michigan, Michigan State hoops?
Nick and Brendan open up the mailbag on this week's episode about the future of the Wolverines and Spartans basketball programs.
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4/2/2021 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 22 seconds
Michigan basketball under Juwan Howard
Nick and Brendan look at how Juwan Howard has built Michigan basketball into a top-tier basketball program.
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3/26/2021 • 56 minutes, 6 seconds
Pre-NCAA Tournament mailbag
On today's episode of The Beat, Nick and Brendan celebrate St. Patrick's Day and answer your questions leading up to the NCAA Tournament.
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3/17/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 41 seconds
Streaking through the Michigan-Michigan State rivalry with Jack Ebling
Nick and Brendan are joined by Jack Ebling to dive into the history of the Michigan-Michigan State rivalry, and tell some stories along the way.
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3/10/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 5 seconds
Behind the scenes of today's Emoni Bates story
Nick talks to Brendan about his story on today's Emoni Bates and the elite prospect's inevitable journey to the NBA.
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3/3/2021 • 52 minutes, 43 seconds
Bracketology with Joe Lunardi
Brendan and Nick are joined by Bracketology expert Joe Lunardi to learn the in's and out's of projecting the NCAA Tournament bracket. Which metrics are used? Will Michigan State make the tourney?
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3/2/2021 • 35 minutes, 11 seconds
Juwan Howard's tenure at Michigan
Brendan and Nick take a deep dive on Juwan Howard and what he's been able to do at Michigan.
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2/24/2021 • 56 minutes, 3 seconds
The in's and out's of the NCAA Tournament
On today's episode, Nick and Brendan are joined by David Worlock, NCAA Director of Media Coordination and Statistics, to discuss the logistics of the 2020-21 NCAA Tournament and how this year's selection process is different.
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2/17/2021 • 45 minutes, 7 seconds
Remembering John Chaney
Brendan is joined by Mike Jensen of The Philadelphia Inquirer to reflect of college basketball coaching icon John Chaney's life.
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2/10/2021 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 3 seconds
Should Michigan basketball opt out of the Big Ten Tournament?
It's another mailbag episode with Nick and Brendan -- How did the guys become sportswriters? Patrick Reed's antics. John Chaney stories.
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2/3/2021 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 1 second
Michigan pauses all athletic activities
Nick and Brendan react to the news of Michigan suspending athletics for 14 days. How did this happen? What comes next?
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1/26/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 18 seconds
On and off the hardwood with Isaiah Livers
On this week's episode, Brendan and Nick catch up with Michigan forward Isaiah Livers. They cover all angles, including his journey from a recruit to an upperclassman, being a Final Four contender and areas of improvement.
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1/20/2021 • 42 minutes, 18 seconds
Jim Harbaugh FINALLY signs an extension
It's about time -- Brendan, Nick and Austin try to explain how the Jim Harbaugh extension happened, what was taking so long and the future of Michigan football.
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1/11/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 15 seconds
A non non-Harbaugh update
On today's episode, Brendan and Nick give an update on Jim Harbaugh's contract situation, and also talk some Michigan hoops.
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1/6/2021 • 37 minutes, 18 seconds
2021 outlook for the Wolverines and Spartans
As we head towards the new year, Nick and Brendan take out their crystal balls and see what 2021 holds for Michigan and Michigan State basketball.
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12/30/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 28 seconds
'Tis the season monster mailbag
Brendan and Nick get back to basics and open up the show to your questions! Don Brown, Jim Harbaugh, the NCAA Tournament and more!
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12/23/2020 • 1 hour, 51 minutes, 20 seconds
Signing Day recap in the state of Michigan
Brendan, Nick, Austin and Colton go around the table to discuss the National Signing Day news between the Wolverines and Spartans, and how each program looks moving forward.
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12/17/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 40 seconds
Michigan vs. Iowa canceled, Wolverines' season looks to be over
Brendan, Nick and Austin try their best to make sense of Jim Harbaugh's contract situation, now that Michigan's season is over.
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12/16/2020 • 41 minutes, 18 seconds
Diving into Mel Tucker's first season at MSU
It's been a weird season for Michigan State, and college football, so Nick and Colton look at the progress of Mel Tucker's program and the next steps to continue trending in the right direction.
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12/10/2020 • 44 minutes, 41 seconds
Michigan vs. Ohio State canceled
Nick and Austin react to the news of the Michigan vs. Ohio State game being canceled, plus what this means for the future of Jim Harbaugh and his contract situation.
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12/9/2020 • 46 minutes, 31 seconds
Michigan State vs. Duke basketball preview
The Athletic's Brendan Quinn and Brendan Marks dive into a Champions Classic preview of Michigan State vs. Duke. Where does each team have an advantage? Does Cameron Indoor become a neutral site without fans?
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11/30/2020 • 37 minutes, 35 seconds
Michigan football pauses team activities
Nick and Austin hop on The Beat to talk about the news of Michigan football pausing team activities due to positive COVID tests. How does this affect the rest of the season?
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11/30/2020 • 44 minutes, 18 seconds
The Beat's college basketball preview
Nick and Brendan bring you your state of Michigan college basketball preview. What can we expect from the Spartans and Wolverines in this weird 2020-21 season?
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11/24/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 14 seconds
Michigan escapes a disaster against Rutgers
The problems for Michigan continue, but the QB position seems to be a little more clear with Cade McNamara's performance. Nick and Austin break it all down.
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11/23/2020 • 43 minutes, 31 seconds
An unexpected week off for MSU
Nick and Colton discuss the lack of offense from the Spartans in their loss to Indiana last weekend, and whether the program is better off with Payton Thorne at QB.
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11/20/2020 • 43 minutes, 53 seconds
Is the Jim Harbaugh era coming to an end?
Nick and Austin are back to talk about Michigan's disastrous loss against Wisconsin, and what needs to be fixed. They also discuss they downward trend of Jim Harbaugh's tenure.
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11/16/2020 • 45 minutes, 37 seconds
What kind of team is Michigan State?
Nick and Colton try to figure out why Michigan State has had up and down performances in three straight weeks.
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11/12/2020 • 50 minutes, 41 seconds
The Jim Harbaugh saga continues
After another disappointing weekend for the Wolverines, Nick and Austin discuss the future of Jim Harbaugh. Is he the right coach to lead this Michigan program? Is a contract extension in the future?
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11/9/2020 • 47 minutes, 14 seconds
Mel Tucker's first MSU win
On this episode of The Beat, Nick and Colton look back at Michigan State's first win of the season against Michigan. How did the Spartans pull off the upset? What does this win mean for Mel Tucker's program?
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11/3/2020 • 41 minutes, 19 seconds
The Michigan hype train comes to a stop
Nick and Austin are here to react to Michigan's ugly loss to in-state rival Michigan State. Why were the Wolverines so unprepared? What are the expectations for the remainder of the season?
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11/2/2020 • 43 minutes, 44 seconds
Wolverines-Spartans roundtable
On today's episode of The Beat, the whole gang is here. Nick, Brendan, Colton and Austin break down the upcoming Michigan-Michigan State game. What are the feelings of each fan base? Best case scenario for each program. Plus, the guys give their score predictions.
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10/29/2020 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 11 seconds
Michigan's hot start in the season opener
Nick and Austin are pleasantly surprised by Joe Milton and the Wolverines' win against Minnesota. There are a lot of things to be excited about, but tempered expectations may be needed.
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10/26/2020 • 45 minutes, 32 seconds
Evaluating the Jim Harbaugh era
Nick and Brendan do a deep dive into the Jim Harbaugh era at Michigan. Has he done enough? Should fans expect more?
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10/22/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 33 seconds
Predicting Michigan's football season
Nick and Austin go into specifics about the 2020 Michigan football season. What are expectations of Joe Milton? What to make of the schedule.
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10/20/2020 • 36 minutes
A mid-October mailbag
Nick and Colton unpack listener questions on Michigan and Michigan State football as we approach the start of the 2020 football season.
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10/15/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 7 seconds
College basketball scheduling with Kevin Pauga
Brendan is joined by Michigan State Associate Athletic Director Kevin Pauga to discuss college basketball scheduling and what goes into that planning process.
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10/8/2020 • 53 minutes, 34 seconds
It’s time to catch up with Austin Hatch
Brendan chats with Austin Hatch about becoming an old man, and his new life on the speaking circuit.
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10/1/2020 • 47 minutes, 34 seconds
Michigan State Football is Back!
After a roller coaster of an offseason, Spartans football will be coming back for the Fall football season! Nick is joined by Colton to discuss the plans moving forward for MSU as they gear up for the start of football towards the end of October.
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9/17/2020 • 43 minutes, 49 seconds
Bonus Episode: RPM Talks Return of Big Ten Football
Nick and Austin are back! The Big Ten has decided to reverse their decision and will play football in 2020. The guys discuss how the conference got to this point. Also, they touch one the Wolverines roster, especially on the offensive side.
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9/16/2020 • 31 minutes
Nick and Brendan Tell Stories About Each Other
On this week's episode of The Beat, Nick and Brendan answer listener questions on people who get under their skin, newsroom blow-ups and more!
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9/10/2020 • 54 minutes, 23 seconds
State of the Program: Michigan Basketball
Nick and Brendan are back to talk some hoops. They break down the state of the Wolverines basketball program. Who are the key returning starters? Who needs to step up? Plus, the 'Juwan Howard to the NBA' rumors.
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9/2/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 15 seconds
All Things Michigan State Football
Brendan is off doing golf things, so Nick is joined by Colton Pouncy to talk about a number of topics surrounding the Spartans football program. How are players handling the Big Ten's decision? Recruiting updates. Depth chart and position change discussions.
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8/27/2020 • 55 minutes, 47 seconds
Nick and Brendan Yell About the Big Ten
The title says it all... The guys vent to each other about the lack of structure and transparency within the Big Ten and NCAA.
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8/20/2020 • 51 minutes, 29 seconds
The Big Ten Postpones the 2020 Fall Football Season
Nick and Brendan are joined by Colton Pouncy to recap the crazy week in college sports, the developments in conferences canceling the football season, and the guys rag on the structure of the NCAA.
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8/13/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 23 seconds
New MSU Football Schedule + Another Entertaining Mailbag
Nick and Brendan are joined by Colton Pouncy to discuss the new Michigan State football schedule. What are the expectations for the Spartans? Later, it's another mailbag; pandemic teams, favorite players to cover and more!
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8/6/2020 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 53 seconds
MSU Football Quarantines
Nick and Brendan are joined again by Colton Pouncy to discuss the latest with Michigan State football and their quarantine news. The guys are also really angry and yell a lot about other things.
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7/27/2020 • 57 minutes, 48 seconds
Taking over the point with Michigan's Mike Smith
Nick and Brendan are joined by Michigan men's basketball's new point guard Mike Smith to discuss his transfer for Columbia, settling down in Ann Arbor and more!
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7/23/2020 • 48 minutes, 5 seconds
Summertime Mailbag
Nick and Brendan are back with a summertime mailbag, including topics on Michigan State basketball recruiting, the return of college sports, and Big Ten realignment wishlist.
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7/8/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 16 seconds
Be Where Your Feet Are with Luke Yaklich
Nick and Brendan welcome back Luke Yaklich to talk about how to pave your own unique path to success in coaching.
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6/24/2020 • 50 minutes, 24 seconds
Draft Prospects with Sam Vecenie
The Athletic's Sam Vecenie joins Brendan to talk about the Michigan and Michigan State NBA Draft prospects, and whether or not they should leave school.
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6/22/2020 • 50 minutes, 33 seconds
Listen and Learn with Colton Pouncy and James Edwards
Nick and Brendan are joined by The Athletic's Colton Pouncy and James Edwards to discuss racial issues and civil rights surrounding Michigan State football, Pistons and the Detroit area.
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6/8/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 5 seconds
Bringing The Heat with Luke Yaklich: Part 1
Nick and Brendan are joined by UIC head basketball coach Luke Yaklich to talk about building a program, learning as an assistant and much more.
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5/27/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 8 seconds
Rewatch: Michigan at Michigan State, 1999
On this week's episode, Nick and Brendan rewatch 1999 Michigan at Michigan State football game, and react to all the storylines surrounding Tom Brady, Nick Saban, Drew Henson and Plaxico Burress.
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5/21/2020 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 43 seconds
The Beat Trivia: Vol. 1
Nick and Brendan test each other's knowledge in a game of trivia, including Wolverines and Spartans football and basketball.
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5/7/2020 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 28 seconds
Talking Mel Tucker and neon shirts with Colton Pouncy
Nick and Brendan are joined by The Athletic's Colton Pouncy to talk about Mel Tucker's renovation of the MSU football culture, and neon shirts.
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4/28/2020 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 25 seconds
More Mailbag
Nick and Brendan break down the current economic impact of COVID-19 in collegiate sports, and answer your mailbag questions about favorite vacations, best bars and more.
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4/22/2020 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 48 seconds
The Italian Job with Kenny Goins
On this week's episode, Nick and Brendan talk to former Michigan State basketball player Kenny Goins about his pro career in Italy, "the shot" against Duke and more.
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4/13/2020 • 50 minutes, 3 seconds
Duncan Robinson Is Wide Open
On today's show, Nick and Brendan talk to former Michigan and current Heat player Duncan Robinson, about NBA life, March Madness memories, a possible NCAA boycott and more.
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4/6/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 24 seconds
Derrick Walton Jr.: Through the eyes of a point guard
On today's show, Brendan and Nick are joined by former Michigan point guard Derrick Walton Jr., and relive one of his best performances as a Wolverine.
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4/2/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 2 seconds
Catching up with Stu Douglass
On today's show, Brendan and Nick are joined by former Michigan basketball standout Stu Douglass -- live from Israel.
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3/31/2020 • 1 hour, 8 seconds
Diving into Michigan State football with Colton Pouncy
On this week's show, Brendan and Nick are joined by The Athletic colleague Colton Pouncy to talk some Michigan State football and a bunch of other stuff.
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3/25/2020 • 56 minutes, 30 seconds
Catching up with the listeners
On this week's show, Brendan and Nick go through listener questions and catch up on all things Michigan, Michigan State and beyond.
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3/18/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 43 seconds
Why we love March
On this week's episode, Brendan and Nick discuss their favorite March Madness moments: From small league pressure cookers to the national championship game, all from their perspective.
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3/11/2020 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 53 seconds
All things NFL draft with Chris Burke
On this week's show, The Athletic's Chris Burke joins Nick Baumgardner to discuss all things NFL draft: Michigan, Michigan State, the Lions and beyond.
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3/3/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 39 seconds
The rest of the mailbag
On this episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick get back into the rest of the mailbag for more of your questions.
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2/20/2020 • 1 hour, 31 seconds
Resetting Michigan State football
On this episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick reset Michigan State football after the hiring of Mel Tucker.
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2/18/2020 • 33 minutes, 7 seconds
How coaching searches work
On this week's show, Brendan and Nick discuss the ins and outs of coaching searches. While also taking your mailbag questions.
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2/14/2020 • 41 minutes, 40 seconds
Michigan memories with Mick McCabe
On this week's show, Brendan and Nick chat with legendary Detroit Free Press sports writer Mick McCabe about his iconic run as a story teller.
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2/6/2020 • 32 minutes
Mega Mailbag
On this week's show, Brendan and Nick take reader questions on a number of topics.
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1/30/2020 • 45 minutes
College hoops education with Dick Jerardi
On this week's show, Brendan and Nick talk all things college hoops -- now and then -- with longtime Philadelphia journalist Dick Jerardi.
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1/23/2020 • 35 minutes, 51 seconds
Basketball IQ with Josh Bartelstein
On this week's show, Brendan and Nick catch up with Josh Bartelstein, a former Michigan basketball captain who is now the VP of strategy, chief of staff for the Detroit Pistons.
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1/16/2020 • 32 minutes, 20 seconds
The Dan Dakich Experience
On this week's episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick catch up with college basketball television analyst Dan Dakich for his thoughts on ... well, a number of things.
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1/9/2020 • 31 minutes, 40 seconds
New Year's Voicemails
Nick and Brendan start off 2020 with answering your best questions and voicemails.
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1/3/2020 • 34 minutes, 55 seconds
Holiday Gift Giving
Nick and Brendan give their gifts to Michigan and Michigan State football and basketball.
Ep 1 Summary: Nick Baumgardner and Brendan Quinn are back together! The guys reflect on the past 2 years away from the mic. Brendan tells the story of the day John Beilein left Michigan for the NBA.
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12/26/2019 • 47 minutes, 30 seconds
Terry Mills and a life in basketball
On this week's episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick catch up with Michigan legend, former super recruit and NBA veteran Terry Mills for a discussion about his life in the game.
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12/19/2019 • 34 minutes, 29 seconds
Resetting Michigan-Michigan State football
On this week's episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick recap Michigan and Michigan State's football seasons as bowl games approach.
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12/12/2019 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
Giant Mailbag
Brendan and Nick take all your questions on Michigan-Michigan State football and basketball on this week's episode of The Beat.
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12/5/2019 • 39 minutes, 53 seconds
The 2010s: The All-Decade Michigan & Michigan State Basketball Lineups
Nick and Brendan look back at the past decade of Wolverines and Spartans basketball.
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11/26/2019 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 39 seconds
Behind the Scenes with Bruce Madej
On this week's episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick chat with legendary Michigan public relations man Bruce Madej about all things Michigan and sports media.
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11/21/2019 • 42 minutes, 36 seconds
Dissecting a rivalry
On this week's episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick share Michigan-Michigan State rivalry perspectives with each other and listeners as Saturday's game approaches.
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11/14/2019 • 43 minutes, 12 seconds
Nick teaches Brendan how to watch football
On this week's episode of The Beat, Nick and Brendan have a deep discussion about the best way to watch football.
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11/7/2019 • 40 minutes, 56 seconds
From Player to Coach, an Hour with Dane Fife
On this week's episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick chat with Michigan State basketball assistant coach Dane Fife about his life in the game.
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10/31/2019 • 32 minutes, 37 seconds
Under the Lights with Ryan Van Bergen
On this week's episode of The Beat, Brendan and Nick chat with former Michigan football player Ryan Van Bergen about Michigan-Notre Dame memories and the power of discipline and positive thinking.
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10/24/2019 • 30 minutes, 45 seconds
That Time Michigan Basketball Replaced A Legend
With college basketball around the corner, Brendan and Nick walk back through the John Beilein coaching transition that landed Michigan Juwan Howard. The guys recall the situation, from start to stop, from their perspective and offer unique insight into a fascinating process.
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10/17/2019 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
A Football Life with Dan Dierdorf
Nick and Brendan have the great honor this week to speak with football legend Dan Dierdorf about his life on the field and in the broadcast booth: This week, on The Beat.
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10/10/2019 • 37 minutes, 8 seconds
Two Time Zones
Nick and Brendan preview the Wolverines and Spartans 2019-20 basketball seasons.
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10/3/2019 • 44 minutes, 12 seconds
A Basketball Life
Brendan and Nick chat with Michigan basketball assistant coach Phil Martelli about Philly, life, owning a bar, Juwan Howard and a one of a kind basketball journey.
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9/26/2019 • 34 minutes, 13 seconds
Mailbag and Memories
It’s a mailbag Thursday on The Beat. Nick and Brendan answer your questions about wrestling, John Beilein, college stories and more!
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9/19/2019 • 43 minutes, 12 seconds
Introducing the Lead
From The Athletic and Wondery, The Lead is the first daily sports podcast that will bring you one big story from The Athletic's all-star team of local and national sports reporters to make you the most knowledgeable sports fan in any room.
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9/16/2019 • 7 minutes, 31 seconds
In The Trenches
Nick and Brendan chat with former Michigan State offensive lineman Kodi Kieler. About his college career and specifically the epic 22-play fourth-quarter game-winning drive he and his fellow offensive linemen constructed to give MSU the Big Ten championship in 2015.
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9/12/2019 • 24 minutes, 59 seconds
It's Miller Time
Former Michigan offensive lineman Jack Miller joins the guys at a bar to share a few beers and tell some stories from the Rich Rodriguez, Brady Hoke and Jim Harbaugh eras in Ann Arbor!
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9/5/2019 • 30 minutes, 33 seconds
The Boys Are Back!
Nick Baumgardner and Brendan Quinn are back together! The guys reflect on the past 2 years away from the mic. Brendan tells the story of the day John Beilein left Michigan for the NBA. Where does Michigan State stand in the college football landscape?
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8/29/2019 • 55 minutes, 46 seconds
The Beat Trailer
Nick Baumgardner and Brendan Quinn present a long-form podcast on all things Michigan-Michigan State. Back together after two years apart, Brendan and Nick return to the podcasting world to bring you past stories from our perspective, guests who know more than we do, memorable game watch-alongs, crazy stuff you've probably never heard of and more. Grab a few beers and join us every Thursday. And, please, remember to tip your bartenders and your servers.
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