West By Pod — A WVU Football Podcast

<p>Presented by The Smoking Musket, hosts Joel Bracken and Jordan Pinto take you through the good, the bad, and the ugly of WVU football. New episodes posted weekly through the season.</p><p>Follow us on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/smokingmusket" rel="nofollow"><strong>@smokingmusket</strong></a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/west_by_pod" rel="nofollow"><strong>@west_by_pod</strong></a></p><p><em>Not affiliated with West Virginia University</em></p>

FIRST IMPRESSIONS, NEXT STOP: OHIO | West By Pod Ep. 119

Jordan and Joel discuss a week 1 victory over Robert Morris and preview what to expect as the Mountaineers hit the road for Athens, Ohio this weekend. The guys also cover the Big 12 and answer listener questionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

09-03
01:10:02

A NEW SEASON AWAITS | West By Pod Ep. 118

Jordan and Joel get you ready with an episode jam packed of everything you need to know ahead of the 2025 season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

08-29
01:30:14

RICH ROD REWATCHABLES FINALE, 13-9: West By Pod Ep. 117

It's the "He Who Must Not Be Named" game for all Mountaineer fans. Jordan and Joel break down the nightmare that happened on December 1, 2007 and all the fallout that followed. And as ear bleach, enjoy our draft of top Mountaineer moments of the 21st century.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

07-30
01:33:28

RICH ROD REWATCHABLES, PITT 2006: West By Pod Ep. 116

The guys keep rolling with the Rich Rod Rewatchable series, this week covering the 2006 matchup in Heinz Field with Pitt.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

07-18
01:04:43

RICH ROD REWATCHABLES, GEORGIA SUGAR BOWL 2006: West By Pod Ep. 115

The guys rewatch the Mountaineer's first BCS bowl, a classic game that put the White/Slaton/Schmitt era on the map nationally. The Mountaineers come out the gate with an early 28-0 lead against Georgia in Atlanta and do just enough to hold on for their first BCS victory. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

07-15
01:10:05

RICH ROD REWATCHABLES, LOUISVILLE 2005: West By Pod Ep. 114

The guys rewatch one of the most pivotal games for West Virginia football in modern history, the 2005 triple OT thriller versus Louisville.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

07-03
01:12:43

RICH ROD REWATCHABLES, VIRGINIA TECH 2003: West By Pod Ep. 113

Jordan and Joel return to break down another classic Wednesday night showdown with Virginia Tech. They relive the action, share insights, and hand out awards for what remains West Virginia’s highest-ranked win in program history.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

06-25
01:11:25

RICH ROD REWATCHABLES, VIRGINIA TECH 2002: West By Pod Ep. 112

Jordan and Joel continue the Rich Rod Rewatchables series, stepping to the 2002 showdown in Blacksburg with the Hokies, Rich Rod's first ranked win as HC at WVU.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

06-18
01:15:17

RICH ROD REWATCHABLES, RUTGERS 2001: West By Pod Ep. 111

The start of the Rich Rod Rewatchable series is here. The guys breakdown an 80-7 victory over the Scarlet Knights in Rich Rod's first season as head coach of the Mountaineers.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

06-11
01:18:18

SPRING CHECK IN | West By Pod Ep. 110

Joel and Jordan are back with a little bit of everything: Spring ball talk, a summary of the end of the college basketball season, WVU Baseball, the Masters, NBA Playoffs, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

04-17
58:12

SPRING BALL | West By Pod Ep. 109

Joel and Jordan are back with an update at the beginning of Spring Ball. The guys give updates on the roster, coaches, and the Rich Rod Rewatchable series coming this summer. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

02-26
52:28

PORTAL UPDATE | West By Pod Ep. 108

After an eventful portal session, the guys discuss the state of the roster by position group and answer your questions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

01-17
01:28:50

BOWL RECAP & WHAT'S NEXT | West By Pod Ep. 107

That's a wrap for WVU's 2024 football campaign. Joel and Jordan discuss the bowl game and state of the roster and coaching staffAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12-23
55:14

RICH ROD RETURNS | West By Pod Ep. 106

What a week. Joel and Jordan discuss the return of Rich Rod and what it means for the program looking forward. The guys also cover the upcoming bowl game vs MemphisAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12-12
01:15:36

NEAL BROWN OUT | West By Pod Ep. 105

After six seasons in Morgantown, Neal Brown is out as head coach of the Mountaineers. Joel and Jordan reflect on his time at WVU and discuss what this means for the program going forward, including who should take the helm.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12-02
01:11:33

UCF REVIEW & TEXAS TECH PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 104

Through the brutal weather in Morgantown, the Eers pull out another victory versus UCF. Joel and Jordan break down the game and discuss the future, the Big 12, and the final regular season game versus Texas Tech. (Sorry for no listener Q's, they were accidentally discarded with a Discord channel).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-25
01:04:40

BAYLOR REVIEW & UCF PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 103

Still doing this thing! Jordan is joined by Jake Lantz to discuss another home loss and a matchup with UCF.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-20
01:13:23

CINCINNATI REVIEW & BAYLOR PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 102

You're telling me there's a chance? The guys discuss WVU winning with defense in Cinci, staying alive in the Big 12 race, and getting ready for a visit from the Baylor BearsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-13
01:09:38

CINCINNATI PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 101

The guys are back to discuss the coaching change, the conference race, and a clash with CincyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11-06
59:19

ARIZONA REVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 100

Joel and Jordan react to a win in Arizona, what to expect over the last month of the season, and the entertaining Big 12.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10-30
59:01

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