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SVPod
Author: ESPN, Omaha Productions, Scott Van Pelt
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Scott Van Pelt, the popular SportsCenter anchor, hosts a weekly show that will include long-form interviews, commentary, and expanded takes on his "One Big Thing" segment on SportsCenter. SVP will take deep dives with guests and topics in an entertaining way that only he can. Stanford Steve, producer of SVP's SportsCenter, turned partner, will be involved, as always.
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SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss the NBA and NHL All-Star breaks, which CBB teams can win a Natty and more. How many teams are on Steve’s list that can win the whole thing? The NHL nailed its new All-Star format with the 4 Nations Face-Off, but the NBA can’t say the same. Is there a way to improve it? Plus, SVP’s message to the weather community and highly frustrating food app experience.
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SVP and Stanford Steve recap the Super Bowl, discussing all angles of the Eagles’ dominating victory. The defensive line was incredible for 60, and Jalen Hurts delivered on the big stage once again. The guys also discuss the Chiefs side of things after Mahomes’ second Super Bowl loss. Steve also recaps his eventful weekend in New Orleans before the guys dive into the latest in the college hoops world. | SVPod
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SVP is joined by Nick Wright to preview Super Bowl LIX from a KC perspective. But first, Nick tells his story of how he got into TV and how SVP helped him along the way. Nick also discusses how his career has been tied to the Chiefs’ rise and one of the greatest basketball players of all time. The guys later get into what it will take for the Chiefs to make history and if there’s truly never a doubt. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss the Luka Doncic trade, the latest in college basketball and the Pro Bowl. More specifically, SVP recaps his trip to Disney World, which included an unenjoyable at best experience on one ride. While the guys don’t understand why the Mavs didn’t get more for Luka, Steve takes a unique approach to the situation. Saturday was a great day for college basketball, and the guys have plenty to discuss regarding Cal’s return to Rupp and more. Finally, SVP shares a great story that left him with a two-word lesson. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss the results of Conference Championship Weekend. The Chiefs got it done… again, and there’s no denying the greatness. But were some of the calls questionable? The Eagles flexed their muscle against the Commanders as Saquon Barkley continued to dominate. Can he do it again in New Orleans? Plus, some conversation on college basketball, how the Mahomes era is similar to the Jordan era and more. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss the National Championship, NFL Divisional Round and travel troubles in Atlanta. SVP starts the pod by going through his travel troubles in the Atlanta airport, which he claims will never happen again. Then, the guys break down Ohio State’s National Championship victory over Notre Dame before recapping the NFL Divisional Round games. Can Washington keep the magic going? Is this FINALLY the year the Bills can beat the Chiefs? All that and more on the latest SVPod. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve take a look back at all the NFL Wildcard Weekend action and preview the Divisional round. Do Washington and Houston stand a chance? Which way are the guys leaning in Baltimore @ Buffalo? Are the Eagles on real upset alert against the Rams? Plus, thoughts on the Sam Darnold situation, the coaching carousel, latest CBB happenings and more. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve recap the CFP Semifinals, sharing their thoughts on Notre Dame and Ohio State’s big wins to punch their ticket to the National Championship. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve preview the CFP Semifinals and NFL Wildcard Weekend. Can Texas keep up with Ohio State? What are the keys to a Penn State & Notre Dame win in the Orange Bowl? Then in the NFL, do the Steelers stand a chance? Worried about the Eagles? Plus deeper discussion on the Washington-Tampa game and the Monday nighter in LA. Finally, the last accounting of Pooptown and thoughts on SEC basketball, TGL and more. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve are back to breakdown all of the results from the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals. All teams who had a first-round bye lost, including Georgia who could not overcome Notre Dame’s dominant defense. Penn State rolled, too, though give credit to Boise State for fighting. And how about Arizona State’s fight? Specifically Cam Skattebo, who continued to amaze in an incredible finale to his stellar season. Lastly, can anyone beat Ohio State? The Buckeyes are rolling after another blowout victory and look unstoppable. Plus, NFL Week 18 preview, updates on other bowl games & more. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve recap MNF from Green Bay and the rest of NFL Week 16. The environment in Lambeau and around the stadium was ELECTRIC, and the guys talk about their experience going house to house in elf costumes with Santa Kelce. Plus, who’s in Pooptown? And which contenders are they more confident in than others? All that and more in the latest SVPod. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve react to the first round of the College Football Playoff. The pair discuss dominant wins from Notre Dame, Ohio State and Indiana while also breaking down Texas’ win over Clemson in which the Tigers signed up for 60. Additionally, Scott and Steve do a quick look ahead to the CFP Quarterfinal matchups. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve are here to break down all the action from NFL Week 15 and preview the first round of the College Football Playoff. First, SVP has to vent about his season-ending fantasy football loss, but then the guys dive into how many teams they think can win multiple games in the playoffs, the Lions injury situation, how good the Vikings are and more. Plus, which road team has the best chance to win this weekend in the first round of the CFP? The guys take a look at all the games before SVP takes a moment to express his frustrations with the transfer portal. | SVPod
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SVP is joined by Josh Groban to talk about one big thing: O Holy Night.
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SVP and Stanford Steve come in hot fresh off a trip to Dallas to recap NFL Week 14, discussing the Bengals’ MNF win, the drama with AJ Brown, another close Chiefs win and more. But first, SVP, admittedly, may have ruined a pair of sweats on the flight back. And don’t get him started on how many times he’ll wear a hoodie before washing it. Plus, thoughts on the NFC North and wild NFC West, the Steelers’ ceiling, confidence level in Baltimore, and then, Pooptown. Carolina and Cleveland remain out, but some belong in a place even worse than Pooptown.
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SVP and Stanford Steve react to the College Football Playoff reveal and discuss whether or not the committee got it right. Should Boise State ACTUALLY get a bye? Should SMU have gotten in? Is Penn State too high? Plus, thoughts on Texas as the 5th team, how Oregon and Penn State’s varying paths show the flaws in the system, the biggest storylines for the first round matchups and more. | SVPod
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SVP and Stanford Steve break down the latest College Football Playoff rankings release and discuss which teams are capable of winning the Super Bowl. Alabama leaped Miami and is now the last team in in the latest rankings. Did the committee get it right? Plus, what’s at stake on Championship weekend with SMU. Then to the NFL, the Lions, Eagles, Bills and Chiefs can all win the Super Bowl, but can anyone else? Then, Pooptown. There’s some teams that have left! But also some that have re-entered, to Steve’s protest.
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SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss a wild rivalry weekend in college football. Texas’ defense dominated Texas A&M en route to a big road win, but first, an injury update on SVP. Let’s just say tomorrow morning is gonna hurt. Steve gives a College Station recap before the guys discuss Michigan’s upset win over Ohio State and share their thoughts on all the flag plantings across CFB. Plus, Georgia Tech’s incredible effort, Miami’s crucial loss, the Big 12 situation, and be sure and stick around for SVP’s emotional roller coaster watching the end of BYU-Houston. | SVPod
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SVP recaps a chaotic day in college football. From the Big 12 to the SEC, it was upsets galore. Did your team pass or fail? Ohio State certainly passed, and while Penn State, Boise State and Texas didn't look the most impressive in their wins, passing is passing on a day like today. SVP starts with the 4OT win for Auburn and shares his beef with college overtime rules. Plus, Florida dashed Ole Miss' CFP hopes, and Oklahoma dominated Alabama in Norman. Who had that? A red-hot Kansas team made Colorado's road incredibly difficult, while Arizona State knocked off BYU, but it didn't come without some drama. Finally, SVP takes a look at who truly benefits from all the chaos.
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SVP and Stanford Steve react to the latest College Football Playoff rankings release and discuss Week 11 of the NFL season. The guys talk about how the Indiana discussion can just wait til next week… it’s all about 60 this weekend, Hoosiers. Alabama headlines all two-loss SEC teams, should they? Plus thoughts on Penn State, Notre Dame, whether teams should want to reach the conference title game and more. Then in the NFL, the Lions are making the Super Bowl, says SVP. In fact, a Bills-Lions Super Bowl is on the Christmas wishlist. The Steelers and Chargers had massive wins, and Bo Nix continued to roll. Then Pooptown… it’s actually not as crowded this week!
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The McGriddle sandwich, nuff said
listening to svp struggle over his #draftkings roster was good content! Stanford Steve hit my venmo!!
Your epilogue of Al Kaline was well thought out and delivered. Short and humble, just like Mr. Tiger. Well done, sir!
Needs to have Timmy on as a guest and get him laughing like a schoolgirl
keep them coming Ryen!
ahhhhhh where are the shows?
Man, I wish they could do at least couple episodes a month. I feel like the SVP drops are just to boost download numbers for ESPN.
this made my year,you guys are awesome together,almost always have been!
Finally!!! CBD SVP is amazing lol. This is the best medium for the show.
the best are back!!!!!