Tell 'em Faulk

Host Robbie Faulk breaks down the current position of State's baseball roster early in the offseason and shares an update on the Diamond Dawgs' activity in the transfer portal.

Host Robbie Faulk breaks down a big recruiting weekend for Mississippi State football, highlighting key targets before giving an update on the baseball team's transfer portal activity.

Host Robbie Faulk previews a huge upcoming official visit weekend for Mississippi State football, highlighting early commitments and key targets before giving an update on the transfer portal for State baseball.

Host Robbie Faulk talks about the beginning of the transfer portal season for Mississippi State baseball as well as numerous early commits heading into year two of the Brian O'Connor era.

Host Robbie Faulk reflects on the conclusion of Mississippi State baseball's 2026 season following a heartbreaking, hard-fought series exit against Georgia in the Athens Super Regional before diving into the outlook for this offseason.

Host Robbie Faulk dives into Mississippi State's keys to win this weekend's Super Regional in Athens against Georgia, and Ryan McPherson joins the show to talk about his injury and the journey to his recovery.

Host Robbie Faulk gives a personal update after being released from the hospital before discussing Men's Basketball's offseason, and Jay Powell joins the show to preview the Athens Super Regional this upcoming weekend on State 1878's Tell 'em Faulk podcast.

Robbie Faulk checks in from the hospital after a difficult few days battling diverticulitis, but he's not missing a moment of this postseason run. Mississippi State just completed one of the most dominant regional performances in program history — 39 runs over three games, the most ever scored in a three-game regional. Robbie breaks it all down game by game, from Duke Stone's masterpiece in the opener to Tomas Valincius delivering when it mattered in game two to a championship game that featured 20 hits and seven home runs.

Robbie Faulk previews the Starkville Regional for Mississippi State baseball on State 1878's Tell 'em Faulk podcast. The episode features an interview with pitcher Tomas Valincius about his competitive nature, relationship with his brother Vytas, love for fishing, and life in Starkville followed by a conversation with former MLB pitcher and Mississippi State commentator Jay Powell on pitching strategy, the ABS challenge system, Ryan McPherson's recovery, and Mississippi State's chances in the regional. The episode also announces a free pregame live show at The Landing on Thursday and the State 1878 Lounge in the Legends Club at The Hump during the regional. Members of State1878.com can watch the full video version. Join at State1878.com.

The field is set and Mississippi State is hosting. Robbie Faulk breaks down every team in the Starkville Regional — Lipscomb, Cincinnati, and Louisiana — including what each team brings to the table, what Mississippi State needs to do to advance, and what pitching strategy makes the most sense heading into Friday's opener against Lipscomb at 1:00 p.m. Faulk also takes a look around the broader tournament landscape, including the SEC's dominant showing with 12 bids, seven regional hosts, and five national seeds, and what the bracket could mean for Mississippi State's path to Omaha. Plus — don't miss the live pre-regional podcast and tailgate show Thursday at 6:00 p.m. at The Landing in Starkville. Members of State1878.com can watch the full video version. Join at State1878.com.

Mississippi State softball is going to the Women's College World Series for the first time in program history. The Bulldogs took down No. 3 Oklahoma in Norman, and Delainey Everett delivered one of the most emotionally compelling performances this program has ever seen. This group is headed to Oklahoma City and they have earned every bit of it. On the baseball side, Mississippi State will host an NCAA Regional at Dudy Noble Field. There is no better place to play college baseball in the country, and the Diamond Dawgs will have home field advantage to start their postseason run. Health of the pitching staff will be the key factor in how far this team can go. It is a great week to be a Bulldog. 

Mississippi State softball pulled off one of the biggest wins in program history on Friday, stunning No. 2 Oklahoma 11-9 in Norman to take Game 1 of the Super Regional. Trailing 6-2 heading into the sixth, the Bulldogs mounted a comeback capped by a five-run seventh inning and resilient pitching from Delainey Everett. Game 2 is Saturday at noon. On the baseball side, the Diamond Dawgs went 1-1 in Hoover — a dominant 12-2 win over Missouri behind a strong outing from Tomas Valincius before falling to Georgia 5-3. Mississippi State has built a resume that should put them in position to host an NCAA Regional at Dudy Noble Field. The bracket is revealed on Monday. 

Mississippi State baseball opens SEC Tournament play in Hoover on Wednesday morning against Missouri, and Robbie Faulk breaks down what the Diamond Dawgs need to do to win, protect their RPI, and keep the path to hosting an NCAA Regional at Dudy Noble Field wide open. Then the focus shifts to Norman, where the softball team faces Oklahoma in the Super Regionals — the second Super Regional appearance in program history. Alyssa Faircloth, the regional MVP who threw a no-hitter against Oregon, struck out 26 batters, and set a new school record with 261 strikeouts on the season, joins the show to talk about the regional run, her decision to come to Mississippi State, and what this team has ahead of them. Coach Samantha Ricketts has built something special in Starkville and this weekend in Norman is the next chapter.

Mississippi State softball is heading to the Super Regionals for just the second time in program history. Robbie Faulk breaks down an exceptional regional run — 41 wins on the season, 34 combined strikeouts from Alyssa Faircloth and Peja Goold, 21 consecutive scoreless innings, and a Faircloth no-hitter against Oregon. Coach Samantha Ricketts has this program at a level it has never been before, and now Oklahoma stands in the way of a trip to the Women's College World Series. On the baseball side, the Diamond Dawgs head to Hoover with their eyes on hosting an NCAA Regional at Dudy Noble Field. Mississippi State enters the SEC Tournament with momentum to build on and a chance to lock up a home regional in front of the best fans in college baseball.

Mississippi State heads to College Station for one of the most important series of the season. A series win strengthens the case for hosting a regional and keeps the national seed conversation alive. Robbie Faulk breaks down everything you need to know heading into the weekend — what Texas A&M brings offensively with one of the best lineups in the country, why their pitching staff presents a real opportunity for the Bulldogs, and why Thursday night's opener sets the tone for the series. The Bulldogs have a chance to play loose and make a statement in College Station.

Mississippi State turns the page on the Auburn series and sets its sights on a critical road trip to College Station. Robbie Faulk breaks down what went wrong against Auburn and what needs to be fixed heading into Texas A&M. Ryan McPherson is back on the mound and building toward postseason form. Then Jay Powell stops by to add his perspective on the pitching staff and what to expect in College Station. Plus a softball update — the Bulldogs are headed to Eugene, Oregon, for NCAA Regionals behind 38 wins and a pitching staff that has been one of the best in the country this season.

Mississippi State drops the Auburn series but there's plenty to unpack. Robbie Faulk recaps the weekend — including a dominant game one behind Tomas Valincius, who went 6 2/3 innings with 13 strikeouts, before Auburn took the final two games including a 13-2 run-rule loss to close it out. The good news: Ryan McPherson returned to the mound this weekend, and building his pitch count back up heading into the postseason is a priority. Mississippi State still controls its own destiny. Jay Powell will join the show Wednesday to break down the pitching staff and preview College Station. Plus — State 1878 is launching its own bourbon. Fans got a first taste at a recent tasting event. Watch the full video version exclusively by becoming a member at State1878.com. 

Mississippi State faces one of its toughest tests of the season this weekend. Robbie Faulk breaks down what Auburn brings to the table — a battle-tested pitching staff, five consecutive series wins, and a program that plays with confidence on the road. Faulk digs into Auburn's expected rotation and what Mississippi State's offense needs to do to be successful, including staying disciplined, stringing hits together, and avoiding the strikeout-heavy approach that hurt them in Austin. The national seed picture is still very much alive.

Jay Powell joins Robbie Faulk to talk Diamond Dawg Baseball. Members of State1878.com can watch the full video version. Join at State1878.com.

The Diamond Dawgs dropped the series at No. 4 Texas. Robbie Faulk breaks down all three games — from a Game 1 offensive performance that saw 19 strikeouts and left runs on the board, to a gutsy Game 2 highlighted by a Drew Wyers three-run home run in the seventh, to a Game 3 that slipped away after a 5-0 lead and a Bryce Chance grand slam couldn't hold up against a nine-run inning. The good, the bad, and what needs to be cleaned up. Mississippi State still controls its own destiny for a national seed, but the margin for error is thin. Part of State 1878 Podcasts. Members of State1878.com can watch the full video version. Join at State1878.com.

No. 10 Mississippi State heads to Austin to take on No. 4 Texas in one of the biggest series of the regular season. Robbie Faulk breaks down everything you need to know heading into the weekend — pitching matchups, offensive trends, what Mississippi State has to do to win on the road, and what a series win could mean for the Diamond Dawgs' national seed hopes. Members of State1878.com can watch the full video version. Join at State1878.com. Part of State 1878 Podcasts. 

Two Bulldogs heard their names called in the NFL Draft — Brenen Thompson headed to the Los Angeles Chargers and Seydou Traore to the Miami Dolphins. Robbie Faulk breaks down what those selections mean for Mississippi State and the program's trajectory. Then a full update on Diamond Dawgs baseball, now 35-10 on the season and 13-8 in SEC play, including the recent win over Ole Miss behind strong outings from Brendan Sweeney and Dane Burns. Plus the latest men's basketball transfer portal moves as Chris Jans adds Kendyl Sanders, T.J. Simpkins, and Thomas Bassong to the roster. And don't miss this Saturday's State 1878 member event at Davis Wade Stadium before the Zach Bryan concert — tickets are $25 and include pre-show access and a free drink. Watch the full video version exclusively by becoming a member at State1878.com. Part of State 1878 Podcasts.

One of the best weekends in recent memory at Dudy Noble Field is in the books. Robbie Faulk recaps Mississippi State's sweep of LSU during Super Bulldog Weekend — including an insane Friday night comeback that went 11 innings, a Saturday rally from five runs down fueled by Jack Bauer and the Dudy Noble crowd, and a Sunday performance that showed exactly what this team is made of. Plus a look at the schedule ahead with Ole Miss, Texas, Auburn and Texas A&M, what a national seed could look like for the Diamond Dawgs, and a preview of what's coming on Tell 'em Faulk and State1878.com. Members of State1878.com can watch the full video version. Join at State1878.com.

Robbie Faulk's new weekly co-host makes their debut — and you might be surprised. Duke Stone stops by after being named SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week following a career-best performance against South Carolina. Then it's a full breakdown of where the Diamond Dawgs stand heading into one of the biggest series of the season. LSU is coming to Dudy Noble Field for Super Bulldog Weekend.

Robbie Faulk breaks down the latest transfer portal activity for both Mississippi State men's and women's basketball programs, then shifts focus to one of the biggest weekends on the Bulldog calendar. Super Bulldog Weekend is here and LSU is coming to Dudy Noble Field. Everything you need to know heading into the series. Watch the full video version of this episode exclusively on State1878.com. Become a member today.

Tell 'em Faulk is officially here. In the debut episode, Robbie Faulk introduces the show, shares the story behind State 1878 and what it means for Mississippi State fans, recaps Mississippi State Baseball's series sweep of South Carolina, and looks ahead to the upcoming series against LSU at Dudy Noble Field.