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Today’s episode of Show Pony Live! is one of those conversations that every aspiring broadcaster — and honestly, every college sports fan — needs to hear.My guest is Tom Hart, one of the defining voices of SEC football and basketball on ESPN.And his story?It didn’t start with connections.It didn’t start with a big break.It started with him basically forcing his way into the business.🎙️ The Hustle That Started It AllTom tells the story of how, as a college student, he manufactured an opportunity to call minor league baseball.No perfect resume.No polished path.Just belief, persistence, and a willingness to bet on himself before anyone else would.It’s the kind of story that cuts through all the noise — because this business doesn’t reward people who wait their turn. It rewards people who take their shot.🏈 Life Inside the SEC MachineWe also get into something I think fans don’t fully appreciate — what it’s actually like to live the SEC grind.The travel.The towns.The campuses.The traditions that make every Saturday feel like an event.Tom has seen all of it up close, and you can hear how much he genuinely loves the culture of the conference — not just the games, but the people and places that define it.📺 Breaking Through at ESPNWe talk about how he ultimately broke through at ESPN — and what separates the people who make it from the people who don’t.There’s no magic formula.But there is a mindset:* Be easy to work with* Be prepared* Be relentless* And when the door cracks open… kick it down🔥 Why This Episode MattersIf you’re trying to get into sports media, this is a masterclass.If you’re already in it, it’s a reminder of what it actually takes.And if you’re just a fan?It’s a rare look behind the curtain from someone who’s living it at the highest level.🎧 Watch / Listen Now👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@showponymedia?si=TY0v8teK8T5bilWq👉 Listen on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Substack(available now wherever you get your podcasts)🚨 Want to Learn How to Do This? (Cohort Starts Wednesday)I’ve had a ton of people ask how to actually break into this business — how to host, interview, and build something of your own.So I built it.Show Pony University — 4 Week Live CohortWe cover:* Show prep (how to build a real rundown)* Interviewing (how to get guests to OPEN UP)* Teases & pacing (what separates pros from amateurs)* On-air presence + the business sideThis is everything I’ve learned in 20+ years — plus what I’m doing right now building Show Pony Media.👉 Spots are limited — and filling up👉 Sign up here: https://buy.stripe.com/9B6cN77eacD27Debs06Vq00🐎 Join the Show Pony ClubIf you’re enjoying what we’re building here, consider going paid.You’ll get:* Exclusive content* Behind-the-scenes access* Direct interaction + future live chats* First access to projects like this cohort👉 Upgrade now and support the show!We’re just getting started with Show Pony Live! — and conversations like this are exactly why.More coming. Stay with us.— ChrisShowPonyMedia.com Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

Today’s episode is just me—and honestly, it’s something I think a lot of you are feeling but not saying out loud.We’ve officially hit the breaking point with streaming.News dropped that Duke will have multiple games on Amazon next season. And look—I get it. It’s a win for Duke. It’s a win for exposure. It’s a win for money.But for the fan?It’s exhausting.College and pro sports are now scattered across a dozen different platforms. It’s not just expensive—it’s inconvenient. You don’t know where anything is anymore. You’re bouncing between apps, passwords, subscriptions… just trying to watch a game.And that’s before we even get to entertainment.Streaming was supposed to simplify things. Instead, it’s become overwhelming. Too many shows. Too many options. Not enough quality. We’ve gone from quality over quantity in the late ’90s and early 2000s—when storytelling, cinematography, and craftsmanship mattered—to an endless content dump.Now?You spend more time trying to find something to watch than actually watching it.At some point, we need to streamline this thing. Get it back to something that resembles what cable used to be—simple, centralized, and easy.I also dive into something that should concern every college sports fan: the Big 12 Conference announced a deal with private capital investment.That’s a dangerous road.These are public institutions. They’re supposed to serve the public—not operate like private equity playgrounds. When private business fails, it impacts a controlled group. When college athletics shifts this way, it impacts entire states, universities, and communities.That line matters. And we’re getting close to crossing it.Plus, I play a great clip from Full Ride this week—TNA ring announcer McKenzie Mitchell sharing how she got her start while working for Ole Miss athletics, and how former AD Ross Bjork helped point her toward wrestling. It’s a great reminder that careers don’t always follow the obvious path.Listen now on Substack, Apple, Spotify, or watch on YouTube.If you want more unfiltered takes like this, plus behind-the-scenes media insight and college sports intel, check out the Show Pony Club. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

Show Pony Live: The LeadThere’s a reason Matt Barrie has become a fixture in college football coverage at ESPN.It’s not luck.It’s not shortcuts.It’s reps. Risk. And knowing when to bet on yourself.On today’s Show Pony Live, Barrie pulled back the curtain on a career that started in a place most people wouldn’t last a week—small-town Wisconsin, making $16,000 a year… far from his home in Scottsdale.A fish out of water.But that’s where it started.Cutting Teeth in the Small MarketsBarrie didn’t start at ESPN.He started where almost everyone in this business does—local TV, low pay, long hours, and no spotlight.➡️ Small market grind➡️ Learning every role➡️ Building real repsThat led to a jump to Dallas—a top-5 media market and a major career step.And then… the moment.The Break That Didn’t Happen (At First)Barrie auditioned for the Longhorn Network.He got the job.But his Dallas station wouldn’t release him.Let that sink in.A local station blocked a national opportunity.That’s the kind of moment that derails careers.Instead?He stayed ready.Because not long after, ESPN called.And this time—he didn’t hesitate.Nine months left on his contract… and he walked.➡️ Bet on himself➡️ Took the risk➡️ Never looked backThat’s the separator.Patience Is the Price of EntryOne of the biggest takeaways from Barrie:You don’t skip steps in this business.You build.You wait.You grind.Then—when the door opens—you go.That’s the reality for anyone chasing a job at ESPN or the top of the industry.From College Football to The MastersBarrie’s role today isn’t just football.He’s part of coverage for The Masters—one of the most iconic events in sports.And hearing him describe it…You get it.➡️ Tradition➡️ History➡️ AtmosphereIt’s not just a broadcast.It’s storytelling at the highest level.Calling the Future: TGLThen there’s TGL—golf meets technology.A completely new product.Built from scratch.Barrie described it like this:“It’s like calling a professional sports video game.”And that’s where things are headed.➡️ Innovation➡️ Alternative formats➡️ New audiencesESPN went all-in—and it’s working.College Sports: Movement, Money, and RiskWe hit on some major storylines too:🏀 John Wall at HowardJohn Wall stepping into a Director of Ops role is a fascinating move—bringing credibility and experience to a program that just won its first NCAA Tournament game.🏀 The Otzelberger GambleT. J. Otzelberger leveraging into a 10-year deal at Iowa State?That’s power.But also risk.➡️ Massive commitment➡️ High expectations➡️ Potential future “dead money”Iowa State didn’t just pay for a coach.They paid to stabilize the brand after losing key pieces across the athletic department.The Future of Sports TV Is Already HereThis one matters.Three major Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball games will air on Amazon Prime next year.Let that sink in.➡️ Streaming isn’t coming➡️ It’s hereAnd it’s going to reshape everything:* Rights deals* Production* Talent pipelines* How YOU consume sportsThe Real LessonMatt Barrie’s story isn’t about ESPN.It’s about:➡️ Starting small➡️ Staying patient➡️ Taking the shot when it comesThat’s the blueprint.🎧 Listen / Watch the Full Episode* YouTube: https://youtube.com/@showponymedia?si=TY0v8teK8T5bilWq* Apple Podcasts (search Show Pony Live)* Spotify (search Show Pony Live)* Right here on Substack🎓 JOIN: Show Pony University (Starts May 6)If you want to build a career like this—or just get better on-air:👉 https://buy.stripe.com/9B6cN77eacD27Debs06Vq004 Weeks. Real Training. Real Feedback.* Show prep systems* Interview skills* Teases that actually convert* On-air presence + business side💰 Want 1-on-1 Help?Book a strategy session with me:👉 E-mail: [email protected]🐎 Join The Show Pony Club (Paid Tier)Get:* Behind-the-scenes media insights* College football intel notebook* Exclusive posts + AMAs* Early access to content Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

Show Pony Live: Jason Horowitz on How Dream Jobs Are Really WonInside the grind, relationships, professionalism, and why success in media still comes down to how you treat people.Tonight’s episode of Show Pony Live is now available on Substack, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.Today’s featured conversation is with Jason Horowitz, the radio voice of the Las Vegas Raiders. Jason’s story is one young broadcasters, content creators, and anyone chasing a dream career should hear.He didn’t walk straight into the NFL. He built it brick by brick.We discuss how he took early opportunities calling games few people were watching, worked long hours for modest pay, built trust with people in the business, and stayed professional every step of the way. That path eventually led to one of the best jobs in sports media.The lesson is simple: talent matters, but reliability, kindness, preparation, and being easy to work with matter just as much. Sometimes more.Too many people sabotage themselves by being difficult, entitled, or impossible to manage. Horowitz is proof that professionalism still wins.We also hit today’s biggest stories:* New details involving Brendan Sorsby and why it could create major concern for Texas Tech Red Raiders* Jameson Williams seeking compensation tied to the pre-NIL era* A.J. Dybantsa landing a major Nike endorsement with his own logoIf you want insight into sports media, college sports chaos, and the business behind the headlines, tonight’s show is for you.Listen Now🎧 Substack Audio🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify📺 YouTube at Show Pony MediaJoin Show Pony UniversityMy 4-week live cohort for aspiring hosts, broadcasters, and content creators begins May 6th. We cover show prep, interviews, teases, brand building, and how to grow in today’s media world.💥 Reserve your spot here: https://buy.stripe.com/9B6cN77eacD27Debs06Vq00Work With MeNeed help growing your show, sharpening your on-air game, or building a content strategy? Limited consulting spots available.🌐 ShowPonyMedia.comGet Yourself Together. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

We’ve got a loaded show with college sports chaos, media truth, and one incredible behind-the-scenes story.On Tonight’s Episode:🏀 NCAA Tournament Expansion Is ComingMomentum continues to build toward expanding the NCAA Tournament. Is it inevitable? Is it smart business? And what does it mean for the regular season, bubble teams, and the future of college basketball?🏈 Diego Pavia Lands With the Baltimore RavensDiego Pavia reportedly signs a three-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens. Why this could be a smart football fit — and why some people completely missed what he brings to the table.🌵 Trouble at Texas Tech Red RaidersWhat’s next at quarterback after the Brendan Sorsby gambling issue? We break down the competitive fallout and what it means for a program that invested heavily in winning now.🎙️ Special Segment: Has Broadcasting Lost Its Craft?Former SiriusXM executive Steve Cohen joins the show for an honest conversation about the decline of broadcasting fundamentals in the digital media era.In a world with more platforms than ever, do we actually have fewer polished broadcasters?🎭 A Story About the Time I Met Rick on BroadwaySteve also tells the incredible story of flying to New York City for one day with Rick Neuheisel and his wife just to see Nicole Scherzinger star in Sunset Boulevard. Old-school broadcasting life, big-city energy, and a reminder that great stories still matter.Listen Now🎧 Substack🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify📺 YouTubeSupport the BrandSubscribe, share with a friend, and help grow independent sports media.🌐 ShowPonyMedia.com Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

Tonight on Show Pony Live, we’re diving into the kind of sports chaos that keeps this business humming.The NFL Draft just wrapped, and once again it reminded us how wrong “way-too-early” projections can be. Names once penciled into the first round slid, surprise risers emerged, and the entire quarterback market shifted in real time. We’ll talk about what that says about scouting, hype cycles, and the volatility of modern roster building.We’re also hitting one of the most fascinating college football stories in the country: Texas Tech, Brendan Sorsby, NIL money, and the gambling cloud now hanging over a major investment. If programs are spending big, what happens when off-field questions enter the picture?And yes—we’ll discuss the latest transfer portal and quarterback ripple effects now that the draft dust has settled.This won’t be hot-take nonsense. It’ll be real talk about leverage, money, development, pressure, and where college sports are headed next.Tonight’s Show Pony Live:📍 Streaming live on YouTube & X🎧 Full podcast replay available after the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and right here on Substack.If you enjoy smart, sharp college sports coverage without the corporate filter, subscribe and ride with us.Watch on YouTube: Show Pony LiveJoin the Show Pony Cohort (starts soon):Show Pony UniversityFollow along:X: @ChildersRadioThe Show Pony is live tonight. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

Some people covered the recruiting business. Mike Farrell helped build it.Long before NIL collectives, transfer portal chaos, and year-round commitment drama, Mike became one of the most recognizable and influential voices in college football recruiting through his work at Rivals.com.This week on Show Pony University, Mike joined me for a revealing, funny, and brutally honest conversation about the industry he helped shape — and the one that eventually treated him poorly.We talked about:* How recruiting coverage exploded into a year-round obsession* Building Rivals into a powerhouse brand* Why rankings create so much emotion and controversy* How NIL and the portal changed player evaluation forever* What fans misunderstand about recruiting analysts* Why Mike became the lovable grump we all know todayMike also remains a weekly Thursday staple with me and Rick Neuheisel on Full Ride on SiriusXM College Sports Radio Channel 84.If you care about college football, recruiting, media, or how the sport truly operates behind the curtain, this episode delivers.🎧 Listen NowYou’ll laugh. You’ll learn. You may even agree with Mike for once.🚨 Subscribe to Show Pony MediaCollege sports is changing fast. I cover it with honesty, edge, and perspective you won’t get from the corporate herd.👉 Subscribe free for regular posts, podcasts, and sharp commentary.👉 Upgrade to paid for premium columns and exclusive content.👉 Share this post with the biggest recruiting junkie in your circle.Follow Along📍 ShowPonyMedia.com📍 X @ChildersradioIndependent media. Real voices. No nonsense.The Show Pony keeps riding. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

The Show Pony is back in the saddle.Today’s episode of Show Pony’s Wildfire dives into three stories shaping the college sports conversation:🏀 Kentucky’s Governor Fires ShotsWhen the governor of a state publicly criticizes the leadership of its flagship university, that’s no small thing. In Kentucky, basketball is identity, politics, religion, and oxygen. I explain why this matters far beyond headlines.🐊 Florida Gets Thomas Hauck BackQuietly important news for the Gators. Hauck’s return gives Florida another layer of stability and momentum. Championship programs stack wins in April long before November.🎙️ Tomorrow on Full Ride (SiriusXM Channel 84)We’re loaded up tomorrow:* Clark Lea – 9:30 AM Eastern* Mike Denbrock – 11:00 AM EasternIf you love college football intel, tomorrow’s a must-listen.🔥 Join Show Pony MediaIf you enjoy smart, entertaining college sports coverage without the fake outrage. Ride with the Show Pony. Subscribe free today. Paid members power independent college sports media :👉 Subscribe free👉 Upgrade paid to support independent media👉 Share with one friend todayShowPonyMedia.comThe wildfire is growing. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

A lot is changing right now—and not everyone wants to admit it.On today’s Show Pony’s Wildfire, I react to what Urban Meyer said on Sirius XM’s Full Ride about the Big Ten Conference catching (and likely passing) the Southeastern Conference.Plus:* John Lynch and the San Francisco 49ers using AI for draft prep* Why AI is becoming a real advantage (and how I’m using it)* Todd Golden drawing NBA interest from Golden State* Billy Donovan potentially back in play if Florida opens?👉 If you want the deeper breakdown—and the stuff I can’t always say on air—that’s what I put on the paid side at ShowPonyMedia.com. Subscribe today!👉 My first radio/podcast class launches May 6th at 8 p.m. If you are a podcast or radio host and want to separate your work from the rest and get noticed, do not hesitate to enroll! Sign up today as SPOTS ARE LIMITED!!! Click Here to Sign-Up For My Class!👉 I’ve had a lot of people reach out lately about starting shows or growing their podcast.Most people think it’s about equipment—it’s not.It’s about what to say, how to structure it, and how to actually sound natural.That’s what I’ve been doing for 20+ years.👉 I’m opening a few 1-on-1 sessions if you want help getting your show right:E-mail me to book: [email protected]. 1-on-1 sessions start at $250. (Sessions go as long as you need to feel comfortable. At least an hour +)👉 I’ve also started doing speaking engagements—touchdown clubs, teams, and businesses—on college sports, media, communication, and handling pressure. If that fits your group, e-mail me at [email protected]. for more information. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

There are days in sports where everything feels routine.And then there are days like this.Today’s episode of Show Pony Today hits all the notes — tension, absurdity, and a little personal discovery along the way.We start with a moment that perfectly captures the mindset of coaches everywhere. Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson made a comment about Indiana’s defense being “simple.” On the surface, it might not sound like much. But in the coaching world? That’s bulletin board material.And sure enough, Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines didn’t let it slide.That exchange tells you everything about football culture — respect matters, words matter, and coaches have long memories. I break down why this stuff always hits deeper than fans realize and why it’s something younger players still don’t fully understand.Then, I did something new.I went to my first Major League Rugby match here in Nashville — the Music City Showcase featuring the Chicago Hounds and New England Free Jacks.I’ll be honest… I didn’t know exactly what to expect.But walking out of there, I started thinking: is this sport more viable in America than we give it credit for?The physicality is real. The flow is different. And the experience? Surprisingly compelling. I give you my full reaction — what works, what doesn’t, and whether rugby actually has a lane in the U.S. sports landscape.And then… one of the wildest visuals you’ll ever see.At a Virginia Tech Hokies spring game — right before the debut of head coach James Franklin — a skydiver crashes into the scoreboard.Yes. Actually crashes.It’s one of those moments that reminds you sports aren’t just games anymore — they’re events, spectacles, productions. And sometimes, they go completely off the rails.That’s today’s show.Three completely different stories… all somehow perfectly connected by what makes sports great: emotion, unpredictability, and moments you can’t script.🎧 LISTEN / WATCH NOW▶️ Full episode available right here on Substack🎙️ Also streaming on Spotify and Apple Podcasts📣 FINAL THOUGHTIf you enjoy the mix of inside-the-business perspective, daily sports takes, and the occasional “what did I just watch?” moment…You’re in the right place.Subscribe, share it, and as always — appreciate you riding with the Show Pony. Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

After kicking around more names than a spring quarterback battle, I’ve finally landed on one that feels right: Show Pony’s Wildfire. It fits. And yeah… it might change again tomorrow—but for now, this one’s sticking.We open every Full Ride —with Wildfire by Michael Martin Murphey—a nod to the nickname, The Show Pony, and the spirit of letting it run.Today’s episode is a true behind-the-curtain look at what makes the daily machine run. My guest is our fearless producer—an absolute staple of the operation—“The American Treasure,” Allie Gehring. If you’ve ever listened to Full Ride and wondered how the sausage gets made… this is the episode.Here she is unfiltered. The fabulous,esteemed, gifted, and oh so lovely, American Treasure.The one and only Allison Gehring pulls no punches:* What it’s really like managing my ADHD brain firing in 12 different directions at once* How she navigates Rick Neuheisel’s… let’s call it confidence (she might use a stronger word)* The real, unfiltered process of building a national radio show every single dayWe get into show prep, last-minute guest chaos, segment timing, and the stuff you never hear on air—the stress, the laughs, and the moments where it all goes off the rails.It’s honest, it’s a little chaotic, and it’s exactly what Show Pony’s Wildfire is going to be: real conversations, great stories, and a peek inside the world of sports media from people actually living it.Lets’s go! Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

Tomorrow’s Full Ride hits on everything happening right now in sports—but also something deeper that’s been building for a while.We’re a week out from the NFL Draft, and that’s where we start.🏈 Zavion Thomas joins the showWe’ll be joined by Zavion Thomas from the LSU Tigers football, a prospect who embodies what this week is all about.Thomas is one of those guys evaluators keep circling—explosive, versatile, and still ascending. He’s worked his way into the draft conversation the hard way, not handed anything, and now finds himself in that pressure cooker every prospect faces this time of year.We’ll get into:* Dealing with the firing of Brian Kelly* What is he hearing about Lane Kiffin from current players* The reality of draft prep behind the scenes* Where he’s landing in mock drafts—and why that range matters* How he’s handling expectations vs. opportunity* What teams are really asking in those late-stage meetings⚾ Todd Walker on SEC baseball—and a question nobody wants to askWe pivot to the diamond with Todd Walker from the SEC Network.The Southeastern Conference is, once again, stacked:* Texas Longhorns baseball* Georgia Bulldogs baseball* Alabama Crimson Tide baseball* Texas A&M Aggies baseballAll legit contenders.But here’s the twist:None of them are Top 3 in D1Baseball.com right now.So we’re asking it straight up:Is the SEC still the king—or is the grip finally slipping when it matters most? UCLA is #1. Will the Big Ten win yet another championship? Stay Tuned…🎙️ And yeah… I’ve got something to say todayThis is going to carry into the podcast—and I’m putting it right here because it’s real.We were supposed to have Colton Hood on. First-round talent. Big-time opportunity to tell his story heading into next week.Didn’t happen.He blew us off. Which is fine. That is not the problem, nor is Colton. I am sure he is a lovely kid.Now let me be clear—this isn’t about crushing one kid. Maybe he forgot. Maybe something came up. That happens.But it does speak to something bigger that’s been building for a while now.There’s a growing issue with commitment.Too many young athletes—and honestly, young people in general—are being raised in an environment where everything feels optional. Where visibility on social media is confused with actual accomplishment. Where the idea of “I made it” shows up way before the work is actually done.And when that happens, the little things go first:* Showing up on time* Learning that if you work hard, good things will come* Knowing Adversity is good and good for you!* Honoring commitments* Understanding that your word still mattersThat’s the stuff that used to separate people.Now? It’s almost treated like it’s negotiable.Again, I’m not saying that’s exactly what happened here. But I am saying this:If you want to make it at the next level—whether it’s the NFL or anything else—you better understand that reliability, professionalism, and respect still matter.Because in the real world, talent gets you noticed.Dependability keeps you there.🎧 The bigger pictureThat’s what tomorrow’s show is really about.You’ve got a guy like Zavion Thomas grinding through the process, trying to earn his moment.You’ve got an SEC baseball league fighting to prove it’s still the best when it counts.And you’ve got a broader cultural shift happening right in front of us—one that’s worth talking about, whether people want to hear it or not.Plus, we preview the Dallas Renegades vs the Columbus Aviators, week 4, UFL game with coach Richard, and get into storylines that catch our intrigue in the variety of spring games this weekend. 📻 Full Ride — SiriusXM College Sports Radio, Channel 849 AM – 12 PM ETDraft week. Pressure everywhere.And maybe a little truth people aren’t saying out loud.Let’s ride.Always remember,Peace, Love, and Roll Tide! Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

If you want to understand where college sports — and football — are headed right now, tomorrow’s Full Ride is loaded.We’ve got one of the most respected voices in college softball, one of the sharpest evaluators in recruiting and roster building, and a young man whose life is about to change in a matter of days.Let’s ride.🥎 Patrick Murphy Joins — Alabama Standard Still the StandardPatrick Murphy has built one of the most consistent programs in all of college athletics. Not just softball — all of it.We’ll dive into:* How Alabama continues to compete at a national level in the loaded SEC* What it takes to sustain culture in the transfer portal/NIL era* The evolution of the sport — and why softball’s moment may be bigger than everMurphy doesn’t just win — he builds. And in today’s college sports landscape, that matters more than ever.🏈 Mike Farrell — What the Recruiting World Is Really SayingMike Farrell has been in the middle of recruiting coverage for decades, and he’s not afraid to tell you what others won’t.We’ll hit:* This week’s spring games including Ohio State, Texas and Michigan* Discuss Pat Fitzgerald’s first spring at Michigan State* Storylines about recruitingIf you want truth over hype, Farrell always delivers it, in a grumpy way, of course..🏈 Colton Hood — Draft Week, Real LifeTennessee Vols star, Colton Hood joins us as he prepares for next week’s NFL Draft — and this is where it gets real.We’ll talk:* The emotional side of draft week — the waiting, the uncertainty* His journey to this moment and what teams are telling him* What fans don’t understand about the pre-draft processThis is the part of the sport that never gets enough attention — the human side of it all.📻 Full Ride with Chris Childers & Rick NeuheiselWeekdays | 9 AM – 12 PM ETSiriusXM College Sports Radio (Channel 84) Get full access to Show Pony Media at www.showponymedia.com/subscribe

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