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College Sports Now

The Varsity Podcast Network
College Football
NCAA Tournament
SEC
College Basketball
Miami
UCLA
College Football Playoff
Texas A&M
Alabama
College Baseball
Florida State
Indiana
College World Series
South Carolina
Georgia Tech
Texas
Georgia Bulldogs
Big Ten
Clemson
Oklahoma

A podcast for college sports fans by college sports fans. Stephen Hartzell hosts along with the rotating cast of Roddy Jones, Wayne Cook, and Michael Felder as they provide analysis of all the latest news and developments in the world of college athletics. Follow College Sports Now on Twitter @CSNowTweets!

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Dugouts, Dumbbells and Dingers is excited to bring you The Wake Forest Baseball Takeover, presented by Allegacy Financial. This week, we'll be joined by 13 players from the 2026 Demon Deacon baseball team to learn their stories and get the inside sco... more

Dugouts, Dumbbells and Dingers is excited to bring you The Wake Forest Baseball Takeover, presented by Allegacy Financial. This week, we'll be joined by 13 players from the 2026 Demon Deacon baseball team to learn their stories and get the inside sco... more

Dugouts, Dumbbells and Dingers is excited to bring you The Wake Forest Baseball Takeover, presented by Allegacy Financial. This week, we'll be joined by 13 players from the 2026 Demon Deacon baseball team to learn their stories and get the inside sco... more

Maddox Haley of the Gonzaga Bulldogs baseball team joins the show! Haley discusses his red-hot hitting this season, some unique perspectives from himself, his dad and head coach Mark Machtolf, and his journey to Spokane. Plus, he dives into his love ... more

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Recent Guests

Maddox Haley
Gonzaga Bulldogs baseball player
Gonzaga University
Episode: Dugouts, Dumbbells & Dingers - Maddox Haley, Gonzaga Baseball | April 14, 2026
Kaden Smith
Duke baseball player (interviewee)
Duke University
Episode: Dugouts, Dumbbells & Dingers - Kaden Smith, Duke | April 9, 2026
Brian Boesch
Play-by-play broadcaster for Michigan basketball
University of Michigan / Michigan Wolverines
Episode: CSNdy - Michigan's Brian Boesch on getting to the pinnacle
Brian Jeffries
Voice of the Arizona Wildcats, longtime Arizona radio broadcaster
Arizona Radio Network / Arizona Wildcats
Episode: CSNdy - Arizona's Brian Jeffries talks 'Cats
Brian Barnhart
Play-by-play broadcaster for the Fighting Illini Sports Network
Fighting Illini (Illinois)
Episode: CSNdy - Illinois' Brian Barnhart on '05 vs '26
Nick Bahe
Sports broadcaster for Westwood One, providing pregame/halftime/postgame commentary
Westwood One
Episode: CSNdy - Westwood One's Nick Bahe breaks down the Final Four
Maxx Yehl
West Virginia Mountaineers left-handed pitcher
West Virginia University
Episode: Dugouts Dumbbells and Dingers - Maxx Yehl, West Virginia - April 1, 2026
Kyle Schassburger
Play-by-play voice of Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (guest on this episode)
Louisiana Tech University
Episode: Dugouts, Dumbbells & Dingers - DIAMOND DAWG SCHASS IS BACK | March 18, 2026
Joey Hammond
Head coach of High Point University Baseball
High Point University
Episode: Dugouts, Dumbbells & Dingers - Desperation and Execution w/ High Point HC Joey Hammond - 3-10-26

Hosts

Stephen Hartzell
Host of College Sports Now, oversees interviews and show flow
David Kahn
Host of various shows; steers interview segments and program discussions
Matt Norlander
Co-host and analyst on College Sports Now; contributes CBS Sports insights

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Conference tourney tease

    Love the podcast and have to give you guys 5 stars cause you guys rock and I enjoy all the college hoops content you provide. One little note is the podcast that say March 13 release and gets me stoked for my drive into work at 430am is in fact the same podcast as Monday March 9 and just a conf tourney tease!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BDischy
    United Statesa month ago
  • #1 College Hoops Pod

    This is the go to college hoops pod. Norlander kills it every year. Love how much you care about the sport and it shows in your work. Gave it the #1 nod due to Hartzell vs GP aspect. I won’t tweet that though, don’t want GP in my replies. Keep up the good work fellas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ILLbrax
    United States2 months ago
  • Jeff Green Traveled

    Reminder that Vandy was a top 5 program in the SEC before Bryce Drew & Jerry Stackhouse killed the program. #JeffGreenTraveled #NateAmentTraveled

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joseph 9362
    United States2 months ago
  • Great College Sports Pod

    Enjoy the pod for both football and basketball, but especially when Norlander comes on to combat Hartzell’s spicy takes. Thanks for all the good content and Go Jackets!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeorgiaTech#1
    United States2 months ago
  • A great question from Hartzell on An All Time Wayne Cook Episode

    It takes until the 50:00 minute mark of the episode to get to the best point, how much of a hometown discount would Cignetti need to take from the Rooney family rather than staying at Indiana with Mark Cuban’s money?

    If Wayne would cool it on interrupting Phil Steele and gushing about UCLA portal recruiting, we’d listen to full episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
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    BeaverBeliever2011
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some criticism of over-indexing on certain teams/subjects in a few episodes
Insightful, analytic college sports takes with engaging banter
Rotating guests keep content fresh and knowledgeable
Listeners appreciate accountability and in-depth bracket discussions

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dugouts, Dumbbells & Dingers - Maddox Haley, Gonzaga Baseball | April 14, 2026
Q: What has been the biggest takeaway from Coach Machtolf about getting 1 percent better every day?
The key takeaway is a steady emphasis on small daily improvements, especially in pre-game preparation and mindset, which compounds into consistent performance over the season.
CSNdy - Illinois' Brian Barnhart on '05 vs '26
Q: What stands out about Brad Underwood's journey and how it informs the current Illini run?
The guest highlights Underwood as a pro who has persevered through gradual climbs from junior college to a long tenure at Illinois, emphasizing his work ethic, midwestern roots, and how his leadership has unified the team, contributing to the Final Four run.
CSNdy - Illinois' Brian Barnhart on '05 vs '26
Q: What has it been like interacting with all these international players, and how has that experience shaped the team?
The guest explains that the group is fun and close-knit, with players from multiple countries who understand their roles, contribute on and off the court, and create a collaborative environment that has contributed to the team's success.
CSNdy - Arizona's Brian Jeffries talks 'Cats
Q: What was it like being in San Diego knowing Arizona was returning to their first final four in 25 years?
It felt like a special, emotional milestone for the program and its fans, signaling a culmination of sustained effort and timely leadership that finally realized a long-awaited Final Four appearance.
CSNdy - Arizona's Brian Jeffries talks 'Cats
Q: Brian, when you look at Michigan, what are you expecting in that matchup?
Expect a competitive, positionless clash where both teams rely on balanced rosters and strong backcourts; the outcome may hinge on guard leadership and how each program handles the pace and spacing.

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A fast-paced show built around college football and basketball analysis, with a rotating cast of seasoned hosts and high-profile guests. Episodes typically blend sharp game breakdowns, bracketology, and conference storylines with banter and audience-ready takes, plus occasional guest deep-dives into programs, coaches, and standout players. The format often includes timely sponsor reads and cross-podcast promotions, making it a useful go-to for listeners who want both performance insight and personality from college sports enthusiasts. A notable strength is the breadth of sports coverage and the willingness to bring in diverse voices—from coaches to analysts—to illuminate current happenings across the NCAA landscape.

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2. Kaden Smith
3. Brian Boesch
4. Brian Jeffries
5. Brian Barnhart
6. Nick Bahe
7. Maxx Yehl
8. Kyle Schassburger

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