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Send us Fan MailFormer Mississippi State Diamond Dawg Luke Alexander joins the show as our guest this episode. Luke talks about his career playing baseball for the Bulldogs and what it was like hitting a home run in his first game. He also talks about his walk off wins including the one on the biggest stage of college baseball at the College World Series in Omaha where he hit the game winning hit against Washington.  Luke talks about his latest endeavor which is developing his own clothing line. You can check out his new Bulldog athletic apparel at Maroon and Co or on his website lase7en.comSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW recap the 2025 football season and discuss the upcoming bowl game.Then, The Mayor Jake Mangum joins Johnny to discuss his upcoming pro season, the alumni baseball game held on campus this fall and his thoughts on the upcoming Mississippi State Bulldog Baseball season.Support the show

Send us Fan MailOur good friend and host Steve Robertson joins us to talk about this week's Egg Bowl matchup against the Ole Miss Rebels.  They also talk a bit about the current state of Mississippi State Basketball and Baseball.  Then Johnny and BW close out the show with their Egg Bowl picks.Support us by ordering a fresh bag of roasted coffee at johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailBulldog basketball star Josh Hubbard is back on the show to talk about the 2025-26 basketball season. He talks about playing with a whole new roster and about building relationships with the new players. He speaks on how Coach Jans has restored to program back to where it was two decades ago when Coach Stansbury had the Bulldogs in the postseason every season.  Josh also talks about his partnership with Make A Wish and what it means to give back. He explains how the players feed off the fans emotions at the games. So everyone Pack the Hump this season as they Dawgs try to go dancing again come March.Order some fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.net and support our mission to raise funds and awareness for Cystic FibrosisSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk a bit about last week's loss to Georgia and the upcoming game against Missouri.  Can the Mississippi State Bulldogs get bowl eligible?  Then, Jaden Walley joins the show and shares some of his favorite memories playing for the Bulldogs.Order some fresh roasted coffee for a great holiday gift at johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk a bit about last weeks SEC win against Arkansas and preview this weeks game against the Georgia Bulldogs.   Then they are joined by Memphis' Action News 5 Anchor Joe Birch.  Joe helps support the Cystic Fibrosis foundation and many other local philanthropies in Memphis.  He talks a bit about how he ended up in Memphis and ultimately became a news anchor for channel 5.  He also discusses his involvement with the St. Jude Marathon.  Help support our cause to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis research by ordering a fresh roasted bag of coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk about the devastating loss to the Texas Longhorns last week and find some funny moments amongst the disappointment.  They talk about what they expect for the rest of the season and how the Bulldogs may do this weekend against the Arkansas Razorbacks.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny talks about his trip last week to Orlando and his unfortunate visit to the Swamp to watch the Bulldogs lose a game to the Gators.  Johnny goes on a RANT about the game and what he thinks should happen the rest of the season for the Dogs to get back on track.  We also make predictions about our WINNABLE game against the Texas Longhorns.Support us by ordering a bag of fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW preview Mississippi State's matchup this week against the Gators at the Swamp.Support our cause by ordering fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW recap last week's heartbreaking loss to Tennessee and preview this weeks' matchup against the Aggies of Texas A&M.  Support us by order a bag of fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailMississippi State Football alum Jan Gwin joins us again to talk about his time spent playing with Bulldog Football great D.D. Lewis.  He talks about their time together in Starkville and his accomplishments with the Dallas Cowboys.  We also preview this weeks matchup against the Tennessee Vols.Support us by ordering some fresh roasted coffee at Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk about Mississippi State's victory last weeks over Alcorn State and preview the game this week against Northern Illinois.Johnny also shares some exciting news about Natty Waylon Packer becoming Starkville Mississippi's second Pet Mayor.To support our cause be sure to order some fresh roasted coffee from johhnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW recap the Bulldog's victory over Arizona State last week.  Bulldog sideline reporter Jay Perry joins Johnny and shares some fun stories from times spent with Dan Mull, Mike Leach and other Bulldog coaches.  He talks about being on the sideline for last weeks win over Arizona State and talks about the rest of the season.  To support our mission to raise funds and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis foundation be sure to go to Johnnypacker.net and order a fresh bag of coffee.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk about last weeks victory over Southern Miss.  They also preview and make their picks for this weeks pivotal matchup with Arizona State at Davis Wade stadium.Ryan from the Oktibbeha County Humane Society joins the show to talk about this weekends Dog Paddle Fundraiser at Moncrief Park in Starkville.  To vote for Natty Waylon Packer as Starkville Pet Mayor and donate to the Humane Society follow this link.  https://starkville.org/the-partnership/programs-events/pet-mayor/To support our cause to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation order a fresh bag of coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis week we’re joined by ESPN’s Peter Burns for a deep dive into Mississippi State Bulldog football. Peter shares his expectations for the Dawgs, gives his take on how the SEC season will play out, and makes bold predictions about who we’ll see in Atlanta for the SEC Championship — and which SEC team could punch their ticket to the College Football Playoff.We’re also proud to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Every bag of fresh roasted coffee you order from Johnnypacker.net helps us raise funds and awareness for this incredible cause.To join our Yahoo Pick"em League log into Yahoo Fantasy College Football Pick'EmThe group number is 7147 and the password is #HailStateSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW are back for a new season of Mississippi State Football.They discuss what they have been doing this summer, why they are doing the show and make their picks and predictions for the 2025 Bulldog Football Season.To support our cause to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis go to Johnnypacker.net and order a fresh roasted bag of coffee from High Point Roasters in New Albany MS.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailFormer Mississippi State Diamond Dawg National Champion and SEC Player of the Year Tanner Allen is back on Johnny’s World. TA talks about NCAA baseball regionals, MSU coaching hire, and gives his predictions on what teams he thinks will make it to Omaha this year. TA also gives us an update on how he’s teaching young kids the game of baseball and how his faith in God plays an important role in his journey.To support our mission to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis be sure to buy a fresh roasted bag of coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk a bit about the MS State Baseball coaching search and share their thoughts on the upcoming regionals. Then Johnny talks with Ben McDonald about the NCAA baseball tournament and the SEC's chances, they also discuss a little MS State news.Support us by ordering a fresh roasted bag of coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailAlden Thornhill is back on the show to tell us about the 2025 version of the World's Largest Weenie Dog Race held in Starkville MS.To support our cause of raising funds and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation order a bag of fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailTom Sikes joins the show to talk about he and Johnny's trip to the 2008 Masters tournament.  We also make predictions of winners and share a few of our favorite memories.To support our cause check out  johnnypacker.net and order a bag of fresh roasted coffee today!Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk a bit about the Mississippi State basketball season and everything else going on in Johnny's World then Johnny talks with Bart Hyche about some old MS State Final 4 memories and what to expect in this weekend's Final 4.  To support our mission to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis be sure to visit Johnnypacker.net to order some fresh roasted coffee today!Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny gives an update on his most recent health battles and shares some exciting news about his new dog Natty.  We appreciate everyone for listening to us these last 100 episodes!  If you want to support us go to Johnnypacker.net and order some fresh roasted coffee today!Support the show

Send us Fan MailJan Gwin, a former Mississippi State Bulldog player joins the show.  He tells us about how he ended up on an airplane heading to Starkville with Archie Manning and shares more stories about his time as a Bulldog and the three Egg Bowls he played in.  To support our mission to raise funds ands awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation be sure to order a bag of fresh roasted coffee from JohnnyPacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW preview the upcoming game vs Missouri.To support our mission to raise funds for CF go to johnnypacker.net and order a fresh bag of coffee.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW preview the upcoming game against TN in Knoxville this weekend.Support us by ordering fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailBulldog basketball great Josh Hubbard joins the show to talk about the upcoming 24-25 season.To support our cause to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis go to Johnnypacker.net and order some fresh roasted coffee today!Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW preview the upcoming game against UMass and talk a bit more about Jonny's trip to Orlando.Fresh roasted coffee at johnnypacker.net Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny joins the show from Universal Studios in Orlando, we talk about last weeks game against A&M, the 2014 team reunion and make predictions about this weeks game against Arkansas.  johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailFormer Bulldog linebacker Richie Brown joins the show to talk about the 2014 Mississippi State football team who reached #1 in the polls for the first time in school history. Richie talks about how he ended up at Mississippi State and all the memories from his Bulldog career including the Texas A&M game in 2014 where he had 3 interceptions. He shares what it meant to reach #1 and gives us an update on what he is doing now. To support our mission to raise funds and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation be sure to visit johnnypacker.net for some fresh roasted coffeeSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThe upset minded Mississippi State Bulldogs take on the Texas A&M Aggies this weekend.  Johnny and BW preview the game and talk about last week's action.  To support our mission to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis be sure to order a bag of fresh roasted coffee from johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW attended the Uncork The Cure Event for The Midsouth Cystic Fibrosis foundation in Memphis last week, they talk everything that happened there and the money that was raised for CF.  Then we recap the crazy week of college football last week with #1 Bama going down to Vandy and preview this week's game against the Georgia Bulldogs.  Order fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.net to support our cause.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk about last weeks game and their time together in Starkville.  They preview the Bulldogs game vs The University of Texas Longhorns this weekend and Johnny is joined by MSU Women's Basketball coaching legend Vic Schaefer to talk a bit about life in Austin TX.  Support our show by ordering a bag of fresh roasted coffee at Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW shortly lament the poor performance by the Bulldogs against Toledo in last weeks matchup.  As the Bulldogs hope to bounce back this week the guys share their thoughts on the game and season going forward.  Support us by ordering a bag of fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW preview the upcoming MS State Football game vs Toledo.  They also share some news about a Cystic Fibrosis event they will be attending in a couple of weeks.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe Bulldogs travel to Tempe Arizona this weekend to take on the Arizona State Sundevils.  Johnny and BW talk a little about last weeks victory over Eastern Kentucky and preview this weeks game against Arizona State.Support our show by ordering a fresh bag of roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW make predictions for Mississippi State's first game of the season against Eastern Kentucky.  If you would like to join our Pick'Em League on Yahoo click on this link https://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/college/register/joingroupGroup ID: 5832Password: #HailStateSupport our cause to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by ordering a bag of fresh roasted coffee at Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW make their predictions for the 2024 Mississippi State Football Season.If you would like to join our Pick'Em League on Yahoo click on this link https://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/college/register/joingroupGroup ID: 5832Password: #HailStateSupport our cause to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by ordering a bag of fresh roasted coffee at Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThe Official Music and Cultural Ambassador of the State of Mississippi, Steve Azar joins the show.  He discusses his Mississippi roots and why he and his family moved back to his hometown of Greenville after spending several years in Nashville pursuing his music career.  He also shares how he become the Music and Cultural Ambassador of the state and how that led to him recording his well known song, One Mississippi.  To learn more about Steve's foundation and everything he is doing go to https://www.steveazar.com/ and as always to support our show by ordering some fresh roasted coffee go to johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailHobie Hobart joins the show to talk Key West. Johnny and Hobie sit down at Hobie’s bar called Hobie’s On Main which is located in downtown Starkville and it has Key West theme to the bar. They talk about their favorite restaurants and places to go and things to do while in Key West. Hobie talks about his experience with the late Coach Mike Leach in Key West and meeting up with him at Coach Leach’s favorite bar called Captain Tony’s. They also talk about all things Jimmy Buffett and how Hobie became a parrothead and what makes Key West such a special place! Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW talk about Johnny's recent trip to Memphis, the NBA playoffs and MS State Baseball.  Johnny interviews Alden Thornhill the founder of the Starkville Derby, the world's largest wiener dog race.  Support our cause and order some fresh coffee today from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW give a few updates on what's been going on around Johnny's world.  They talk a bit about the NCAA Basketball Championship game,  Mississippi State Baseball, the NBA and of course the 2024 Masters.  If you would like to support our mission to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis visit Johnnypacker.net and order some fresh roasted coffee today.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny was invited to join The Road in Between Podcast to help them interview the University of Washington Huskies QB, Will Rogers. The former Mississippi State signal caller dishes on his journey from Brandon, MS to Washington State University to MS State University & now to the University of Washington. Will's Road in Between has many curves but he shares how his faith continues to guide his path!To support our mission to raise funds and awareness about Cystic Fibrosis be sure to go to our website Johnnypacker.net and order a fresh roasted bag of coffee.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailCurrent Mississippi State Basketball and former Madison-Ridgeland Academy player Josh Hubbard is our guest today.  Josh talks about his early days at MRA and what it was like playing for coaching legend Richard Duease and how that prepared him for being such an impactful player at State.  He also shares about the illness he battled when he was younger that put him in Batson Children's Hospital where Johnny was a patient and later an employee.   We talk a bit about his High School scoring title and this years Bulldog team as well.   Josh has a great career ahead of him and we are grateful he joined us to support our mission to raise funds and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis foundation.  If you would like to support us please go to Johnnypacker.net and order a fresh roasted bag of coffee.Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny talks about his courtside experience at The Hump for his Bday and some of his other birthdays watching Bulldogs basketball.  We also make picks and preview the Super Bowl.If you would like to support our mission to raise funds and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis foundation be sure to by a bag of fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailAnn Hart Preus, a Starkville resident and native of the Mississippi Delta, joins the show to talk about her book “Out of Texas” which she cowrote with Joseph Caldwell Townsend. It is a historical fiction novel that dates back to the 1800s and takes place in cities like Winona, Mississippi. “Out of Texas” can be found at the Book Mart on Main if you are in Starkville or can be ordered on Amazon. Thanks for your continued support of johnnypacker.net as we help raise funds and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through fresh roasted coffee.  Support the show

Send us Fan MailMississippi State Baseball legend Tanner Allen joins the show to discuss some of his favorite moments as a Bulldog and gives us an update on his MLB career.  If you would like to support our mission to raise fund and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis buy a fresh roasted bag of coffee from us at Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW close out the year with their thoughts on Mississippi State Bulldog Football's new coach Jeff Lebby.  They also discuss the shocking Final 4 of the College Football Playoff and make predictions on who they think will win it all.Support our mission to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis by purchasing a bag of freshly roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJohnny and BW preview the Egg Bowl and make their predictions for the game.  Former MS State QB Kevin Fant talks with Johnny about what he is doing now and some of his favorite times at State.Support us by ordering a fresh roasted bag of coffee at JohnnyPacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThe Bulldogs have moved on from Coach Zach Arnett in his first full season.  Johnny and BW discuss a few potential hires and what direction they think AD Zac Selmon will go.  They also preview this weekends Southern Miss game.'Be sure to support our mission to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis research by ordering a fresh bag of coffee from us at Johnnypacker.netSupport the show

Send us Fan MailCoach Sherrill is back on the podcast to talk about the time he spent in Starkville last weekend being honored with the '98 SEC West Champ Team.  He tells us what that meant to be back and shares a little about what folks can expect at TX A&M this weekend.  Johnny and BW preview the game as well.Support us by ordering a bag of fresh roasted coffee from Johnnypacker.netSupport the show