West By Pod — A WVU Football Podcast

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West By Pod — A WVU Football Podcast

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.Follow us on Twitter *@smokingmusket* ( https://twitter.com/smokingmusket ) and *@west_by_pod* ( https://twitter.com/west_by_pod ) Not affiliated with West Virginia University

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    New Schedule and Portal Roundup | West By Pod Ep. 134

    The guys are back to discuss the newly released schedule for the 2026 football season and review all the portal additions during the January window.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    MAKING PORTAL LISTS AND CHECKING THEM TWICE | West By Pod Ep. 133

    The guys break down the roster situation post-signing day and make their Christmas wish list for the transfer portalAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  3. 107

    ON TO 26 | West By Pod Ep. 132

    The guys cap off the season with an EDGE analysis, recruiting talk, and general CFB discussionAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  4. 106

    ONE MORE CHANCE TO SPOIL | West By Pod Ep. 131

    The guys preview a tough matchup against Texas Tech to wrap up the 2025 season.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  5. 105

    NO MORE MORAL VICTORIES | West By Pod Ep. 130

    The guys are back to discuss a game that got away at Arizona State. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  6. 104

    ALMOST A WINNING STREAK | West By Pod Ep. 129

    Two in a row! Jordan and Joel are pumped to talk about winning football for two weeks in a row and get you prepped for a showdown vs Arizona State.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  7. 103

    WHERE THE HELL HAS THAT BEEN? | West By Pod Ep. 128

    Back from the dead, WVU football gets back into the W column. Jordan and Joel break down a rare ranked road winAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  8. 102

    COAL RUSH MORAL VICTORIES | West By Pod Ep. 127

    The guys breakdown a night where the Mountaineers showed improvements but still came up shortAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  9. 101

    ROCK BOTTOM (SO FAR) | West BY Pod Ep. 126

    WVU hit another low in Orlando. The guys unpack the UCF loss, the QB shuffle and OL issues, and what a path forward could even look like heading into TCU.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  10. 100

    POD THE ROD | West By Pod Ep. 125

    Refreshed from the bye week, Jordan and Joel are back to breakdown UCF and various other topicsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  11. 99

    WVU v BYE WEEK (-4.5) | West By Pod Ep. 124

    The guys recap a late night clash with BYU and discuss the season at the half way point going into a much needed bye week.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  12. 98

    WILL WE WIN AGAIN? | West By Pod Ep. 123

    The guys talk about another rough weekend with BYU on the horizonAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    WE STILL BEAT PITT | West By Pod Ep. 122

    The guys talk about a rough night in Lawrence and the outlook for the rest of the year. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  14. 96

    BRAWL SO HARD | West By Pod Ep. 121

    The guys recap one for the ages as RichRod and company take down the Pitt Panthers in a thrilling overtime classic and get you ready for a showdown with the Kansas JayhawksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  15. 95

    RECALIBRATING AHEAD OF THE BRAWL | West By Pod Ep. 120

    The guys recap a rough one in Athens and get you ready for the Backyard BrawlAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    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

  17. 93

    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

  18. 92

    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

  19. 91

    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

  20. 90

    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

  21. 89

    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

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    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

  23. 87

    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

  24. 86

    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    K STATE REVIEW & ARIZONA PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 99

    Jordan and Joel talk about another flat performance at home, the big picture on Neal, the Big 12, and a matchup in Arizona featuring two teams desperate for a get-right game.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    Having Fun? | West By Pod Ep. 98

    Joel and Jordan react to Neal's recent presser about having fun.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    IOWA STATE REVIEW & K STATE PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 97

    Jordan and Joel recap the Coal Rush, talk about the upside-down Big 12, and prepare for another night game in Morgantown hosting the Wildcats. Hope everyone has fun!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    OKIE STATE REVIEW & IOWA STATE PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 96

    The guys celebrate a huge win in Stillwater, discuss the unpredictability of the Big 12, and preview the Coal Rush Riot Bowl Showdown in MorgantownAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    OKLAHOMA STATE PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 95

    Fresh off the bye week, the guys are back to discuss an awesome weekend of football and a matchup with the Pokes in Stillwater.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    KANSAS REVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 94

    The guys break down a rollercoaster day in Morgantown, a crazy day around the Big 12, and discuss the bye weekAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    PITT REVIEW & KANSAS PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 93

    The guys recap a gut-wrenching weekend in Pittsburgh and zoom out for Kansas and the outlook for the rest of the seasonAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    PITT PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 92

    BACKYARD BRAWL WEEK! Joel and Jordan briefly break down the Albany game before talking Big 12 and the big showdown in Pittsburgh this weekendAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    PENN STATE REVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 91

    The guys breakdown what went wrong in Morgantown over the weekend and do their usual Big 12 Recap/Precap.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    PENN STATE PREVIEW | West By Pod Ep. 90

    IT'S GAME WEEK! Jordan and Joel get you set for a monster weekend in Morgantown as Penn State comes to town.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    WEST VIRGINIA DEEP DIVE 2024 | West By Pod Ep. 89

    It's time! The guys break down the Old Gold and Blue in the week before the 2024 season kicks off.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    TEXAS TECH DEEP DIVE 2024 | West By Pod Ep. 88

    The guys break down the Mountaineers' final regular season opponent, Texas Tech.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    UCF DEEP DIVE 2024 | West By Pod Ep. 87

    In this episode of the Deep Dive series, the guys cover a sneaky impressive UCF team.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    BAYLOR DEEP DIVE 2024 | West By Pod Ep. 86

    The guys keep the Deep Dive series rolling, covering the Baylor Bears in this edition.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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    CINCINNATI DEEP DIVE 2024 | West By Pod Ep. 85

    The guys dive into old Big East foe Cincinnati in this Summer Deep Dive series edition.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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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.Follow us on Twitter *@smokingmusket* ( https://twitter.com/smokingmusket ) and *@west_by_pod* ( https://twitter.com/west_by_pod ) Not affiliated with West Virginia University

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