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Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast

Chris Dortch
College Basketball
NCAA
NCAA Tournament
NIL
Vanderbilt
Florida
Kentucky
Transfer Portal
SEC
Alabama
NCAA Basketball
NCAA Transfer Portal
Auburn
Tennessee
Basketball
Coaching Carousel
Arkansas
Vanderbilt University
Coaching Changes
Houston

The Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcasts discuss all things college hoops. Hosts Chris Dortch and Kevin Ingram welcome guests from around the country in national podcasts and conference-only podcasts. blueribbon.substack.com

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Latest Episodes

• The college basketball world is still upside down as fifth-year players are finding new homes. Or going back to old ones.

• North Carolina and NC State are playing a non-conference game? What manner of madness is this?

• Friend of the show and UA... more

• It remains to be seen whether Congress can enact legislation to restore order to the post-NIL college athletics world.

• Will college athletes soon look like Ricky Bobby? The boys discuss.

• Are the days of buy games going the way of black high-t... more

• We don’t feel so bad about not quite understanding the NCAA’s Five-in-Five eligibility rule because guess what? A lot of coaches don’t either.

• Texas pulls one of the shrewdest moves of the spring/summer recruiting season by adding the class of 2... more

• We know we’re a college basketball show, but how could we not talk about that Knicks’ epic comeback in Game Four of the NBA Finals?

• Finally, a transfer portal ranking we can get behind. Who were the winners? ESPN’s Jeff Borzello provided the blu... more

• The Senate comes up with a bill that could restore a bit of sanity in college athletics.

• Who won and who lost in the lead-up to the NBA Draft.

• The Players Era tournament releases its pairings, and the tournament could have some big-time compe... more

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college baske... more

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college baske... more

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college baske... more

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Recent Guests

Dusty May
College basketball coach (guest)
Former head coach, Michigan/Michigan athletics
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 180: Trying to figure out the NCAA’s Five-in-Five Rule; digging deeper into Dusty’s departure; and more.
Geoff Cabe
Senior Associate Commissioner of the Southern Conference
Southern Conference
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 177: NCAA Tournament expansion is upon us. How will mid-majors be cut into the action? More portal action and Duke games in your Amazon shopping cart?
Joey Dwyer
Blue Ribbon contributor; writer for Vanderbilt on SI
Vanderbilt on SI; Blue Ribbon
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 171: Talking with Blue Ribbon contributing editors Joey Dwyer and Brett Friedlander about postseason play, coaching moves, and more.
Brett Friedlander
Blue Ribbon contributor; Mr. ACC
Blue Ribbon; ACC coverage
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 171: Talking with Blue Ribbon contributing editors Joey Dwyer and Brett Friedlander about postseason play, coaching moves, and more.
Joe Lunardi
ESPN Bracketologist
ESPN
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 170: Chatting with the OG Bracketologist, ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, and delving into Miami (Ohio) with Blue Ribbon associate editor Lindsey Willhite.
Lindsey Willhite
Blue Ribbon contributor, Mac writer
Blue Ribbon
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 170: Chatting with the OG Bracketologist, ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, and delving into Miami (Ohio) with Blue Ribbon associate editor Lindsey Willhite.
Dane Bradshaw
SEC Network Analyst
SEC Network
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 165: Is there a basketball equivalent to Indiana football? All hail Miami (Ohio). Talking SEC hoops with our buddy Dane Bradshaw.
Patrick Stevens
Associate editor and contributor for Blue Ribbon Yearbook
Washington Post
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 153: Blue Ribbon Yearbook is at the printer! Talking with associate editor Patrick Stevens and saying farewell to a giant of the game.
Richmond Weaver
Emmy Award-winning producer, podcast host, and color analyst for college basketball
Episode: Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 151: What it’s like being embedded with a mid-major team when it bags an upset in the NCAA Tournament.

Hosts

Kevin Ingram
Host of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast; co-host with extensive coverage of college basketball, conferences, and NCAA developments.
Chris Dortch
Co-host and basketball analyst with deep knowledge of college hoops, conferences, and game analysis.

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Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 177: NCAA Tournament expansion is upon us. How will mid-majors be cut into the action? More portal action and Duke games in your Amazon shopping cart?
Q: What are the key transparency areas administrators want to see improved in the selection process for teams?
Cabe emphasizes a desire for clearer understanding of how metrics beyond the net weight into selections, including KPI, WAB, strength of schedule, and the overall subjective components, so programs can better navigate the system and control controllables.
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 177: NCAA Tournament expansion is upon us. How will mid-majors be cut into the action? More portal action and Duke games in your Amazon shopping cart?
Q: Geoff Cabe, is there any way of knowing whether this expansion talk is winding down or if there will be more in the not-too-distant future?
Cabe suggests this could be the end of expansion talk for a while, noting it's a seismic shift and that the immediate eight-new-team framework will necessitate adjustments for TV and scheduling, but future changes aren't ruled out entirely depending on how the landscape evolves.
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 171: Talking with Blue Ribbon contributing editors Joey Dwyer and Brett Friedlander about postseason play, coaching moves, and more.
Q: Brett, how do you evaluate the ACC coaching carousel and which openings look most intriguing?
Brett discusses expected candidates, the impact of NIL budgets on recruiting in ACC towns like Georgia Tech, and the challenge of hiring coaches who can translate NBA or pro experience into college success.
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 171: Talking with Blue Ribbon contributing editors Joey Dwyer and Brett Friedlander about postseason play, coaching moves, and more.
Q: Joey, what was the most interesting development for Vanderbilt heading into the postseason and SEC tournament?
Joey explains the team's momentum from key late-season wins, the importance of defense, and how Tyler Tanner and Duke Miles factor into their postseason push, with an emphasis on maintaining consistency.
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 170: Chatting with the OG Bracketologist, ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, and delving into Miami (Ohio) with Blue Ribbon associate editor Lindsey Willhite.
Q: What is the likelihood of Miami University being left out if they finish 31-0 and have an undefeated regular season?
Lunardi suggests that optics would be horrific if a 31-0 Miami team were excluded, implying they should be in, but he cautions that selection is still not guaranteed and depends on overall field dynamics.

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A seasoned, conversational show focused on college basketball, roster dynamics, and the evolving landscape of the sport. Episodes regularly dissect NCAA rule changes, transfer portals, bracketology, conference realignments, and coaching moves, often pairing game analysis with behind-the-scenes industry observations. Guests range from elite coaches and conference administrators to seasoned reporters and bracketologists, providing both on-court insights and broader implications for programs, media, and fans. The hosts bring long-running familiarity with the college hoops world, weaving in personal anecdotes and historical context, which lends a candid, approachable tone to complex topics. This makes it a strong pick for listeners who want bot... more

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4. Brett Friedlander
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6. Lindsey Willhite
7. Dane Bradshaw
8. Patrick Stevens

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