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Voice It

2026/02/04

Bob Socci, the voice of the New England Patriots, joins the show to break down the year and the vibes around the team. What will decide UNM-Utah State at The Pit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building Brackets

2026/02/04

What does Jerry Palm's new bracket look like? Which Mountain West team is on the outside looking in? What you need to know about the Mountain West's new media rights deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get Ready

2026/02/04

Are you ready for a late-night Pit battle? What do the Lobos need to do to beat Utah State? What happened around the Mountain West last night? A massive NBA trade deadline. Which deals will make a difference this season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strength of Schedule

2026/02/03

Does it matter who you beat to get to the Super Bowl? Who is the best freshman for UNM? What will this week tell us about the Mountain West regular season championship? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Doubt

2026/02/03

Unexpected NBA star on the move? Will Tom Brady be a first ballot Hall of Famer? Rivals point the finger at each other. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ballers

2026/02/03

Lobo basketball, men and women, have some big time freshman. Do the New York Giants have an owner issue? Everyone is a Pro Bowler! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Needed Change

2026/02/02

What has happened to New Mexico State in conference play? Will Major League Baseball shake up their divisions? Should they create the 'Best Returner of the Year' award? Halfway though conference play who stands out for all-conference? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good Week

2026/02/02

The Lobos found themselves in a little San Jose shootout. 2-0 on the road and tied for 1st place, what jumps out about their recent play? Is the Mountain West Freshman of the Year a battle between two Lobos? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enjoyable

2026/02/02

The Lobos have become a team that is easy for the fans to root for. Who will be fining college football players next season? The Vikings are thinking of what could have been. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Levels

2026/01/30

Can Diego Pavia make it in the NFL? What are scouts saying? The Lobos added to their quarterback room, who will start for them next season? What's the spread for UNM at San Jose State? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MW Tiers

2026/01/30

Are there only three contenders for the MW regular season title? What are the Lobos focused on this weekend at San Jose State? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retro

2026/01/30

UNM has crushed it with their retro theme and for women's basketball hiring Don Flanagan in 1995 changed everything. When do you need a new stadium? New or phases for UNM? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Play the Games

2026/01/29

Start times can be challenging. Who could make a trade for Joe Burrow? What is the worst job in the NFL right now? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conference Race

2026/01/29

The Lobo women got a huge win at home. The top teams are starting to separate themselves on the men's side. Is it a three team race? Who are the Raiders and Cardinals waiting on for their head coach? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bracket

2026/01/29

Jerry Palm, Palmbrackets.com, shares his thoughts on his newest bracket, having three teams in from the MW right now and what to watch at the top. Who is upset about playing big midweek conference games? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.