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Couch and The Rube

Graham Couch & Jason Knick
Michigan State Basketball
Michigan State Football
Michigan State University
Detroit Lions
Detroit Tigers
Michigan State University Football
MSU Basketball
Big Ten Conference
NCAA Tournament
College Football
NCAA
Lions
Michigan Football
MSU Football
NIL
Jonathan Smith
Tom Izzo
Big Ten
NCAA Basketball
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Graham Couch and Jason Knick are a dynamic duo that get together every afternoon to discuss Michigan State and Big Ten football and men’s basketball, Detroit pro sports and the buzz nationally. The show is a fun, engaging, and thought-provoking all-in-one radio and podcast experience for the Michigan State, Michigan and Detroit sports fan whose assorted interests also might include the outrageous ... more

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Latest Episodes

The Athletic's Chris Vannini joined us for a conversation on Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech, what's coming down the pike in college football and hope for MSU's football program (13:00). Then the saga with MSU and trustee Rema Vassar (37:00) and can't-mis... more

We dug into our takes and yours — on the Brendan Sorsby ruling, allowing the QB to play for Texas Tech after betting on college football, including his team, on MSU football recruiting, on MSU basketball, and why MSU should fight to keep President Ke... more

Chris Castellani joined us for a conversation on the state of the Detroit Tigers, the roster, trade deadline decisions, best prospects in the organization and more (8:30); Plus, we answered your questions on MSU basketball and football, the board of ... more

We dug into our takes and yours — the Tigers' and A.J. Hinch and Scott Harris, on MSU football and the Spartans' recruiting momentum, MSU basketball and the center position, the mess with MSU's president and board of trustees, the most hated prominen... more

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Recent Guests

Nolan Jamber
Michigan State student, intern new to the show
MSU
Episode: Ep. 1145: Hot Take Monday: MSU basketball, football and the BOT, and Hinch, Harris and the Tigers
Steven Izzo
MSU basketball player and coach's son, guest on the episode
Michigan State University
Episode: Ep. 1128: A conversation with Steven Izzo, as MSU basketball gets set for the Sweet 16
Gretchen Whitmer
Governor of Michigan
State of Michigan
Episode: Ep. 1082: Gov. Whitmer and Shawn Windsor on the MSU-Michigan rivalry, the Lions and more
Cody Stabenhagen
Sports writer at The Athletic covering the Tigers
The Athletic
Episode: Ep. 1079: MSU football and Jonathan Smith, the Tigers, Lions, oh my! What did we miss?
Zach Osterman
Sports writer for the Indy Star covering Indiana football
Indy Star
Episode: Ep. 1079: MSU football and Jonathan Smith, the Tigers, Lions, oh my! What did we miss?
Steven Sippel
Long-time columnist in Lincoln
Husker Online and On 3 Sports
Episode: Ep. 1076: Previewing MSU football at Nebraska; Izzo lands a recruit; our football picks with Harry
Ryan Kartje
Football reporter for the LA Times
LA Times
Episode: Ep. 1072: Previewing MSU football at USC with the LA Times' Ryan Kartje; and Twitter questions
Neil Motovan
Sports reporter at the Tribune Chronicle and Vindicator covering Youngstown State football
Tribune Chronicle and Vindicator
Episode: Ep. 1069: Previewing MSU football vs. Youngstown State, talkin' MSU hoops and AP poll hysteria
Graham Dietz
Writer covering Boston College
Sports Illustrated
Episode: Ep. 1067: Twitter Questions; previewing MSU football vs. BC; and this week's football picks

Hosts

Graham Couch
Host with MSU-focused sports coverage; sports columnist with deep ties to Lansing outlets; long-running co-host with a high-energy, humorous style.
Jason Knick
Co-host known as “The Rube”; prominent voice on MSU and Detroit sports with a fast-back banter style.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 346 ratings
  • Not Awful

    Good info on MSU and Detroit sports with some random TDS thrown in there, cuz they can’t help themselves.

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    uncledrew303
    United States7 months ago
  • Just want sports

    If it were just Couch talking Spartan sports for about 45 minutes it’d be the best podcast out there. Don’t really care for the other 90 minutes of content. Would love a Spartan sports podcast I could play without fear when my kids are in the car.

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    2
    Bxtreme1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thanks for your political view

    The majority of America disagrees with your opinion, Graham. I just don’t get why you would spend the first 10 minutes insulting our President elect, that more than half of American voted for. I fully understand and support democracy and the opinion of every individual. Just understand when your ego motivates you to express your personal views you are making people, like myself, look to other local sports podcasts. Not because I don’t respect your opinion, but because I don’t turn to sports insi... more

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    BigGrandpaJ
    United States2 years ago
  • Couch and the Rube

    I really enjoy the show and look forward to each episode. Very entertaining. Good job guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNwolfe
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    Theses guys f’n rock! Best sports podcast in Michigan if not the country! So funny and informative. Just wish Graham showed some love for the bundesliga.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anthony48872
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate candid takes and guest dynamics.
Entertaining, witty banter with strong MSU focus.
High energy, personality-driven, not just stats.
Some criticism of occasional politics woven into sports talk.

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Talking Points

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Ep. 1142: MSU basketball with or without Jeremy Fears; and Omari Sankofa on the Pistons' future
Q: Omari, how surprised were you by Jalen Durin's playoff struggles compared to the regular season?
Durin looked less explosive and struggled with finishing and rebounding, suggesting more mental than physical issues, though there wasn't an obvious injury. The playoffs exposed tactical challenges and fatigue that could influence how his offseason is planned.
Ep. 1135: Twitter Questions: MSU adds a big man, Lions add an O-lineman, and parenting a newborn
Q: What is the biggest need MSU addressed with Anton Bonnke and how might he impact the roster next season?
The hosts feel Bonnke is a solid Big Ten-ready big man who can stretch the floor and defend; he likely starts or plays significant minutes, taking pressure off other forwards and potentially filling a gap at center. They acknowledge uncertainty about how his development will translate against top-tier competition but see him as a good fit that could help MSP ceiling.
Ep. 1137: MSU basketball takes shape, an expanded NCAA tournament, and Nick Baumgardner on the Lions
Q: What impact will the five-year eligibility rule have on high school recruiting and the college game as a whole?
Baumgardner suggests it will simplify the waiver landscape and make the college timeline more predictable, potentially smoothing the path for players to move on, while also creating some recruitment and planning challenges for schools.
Ep. 1115: Ant Wright on MSU, Michigan and Big Ten basketball; and Mick Cronin is a baby
Q: What is the fear for Michigan in the postseason?
There may be concerns about how well Michigan can perform when teams slow the game down and limit their transition opportunities.
Ep. 1111: Twitter Question Friday: MSU basketball's annual swoon and point guard problems
Q: What do you think of this?
Well, the NCAA Tournament is entirely about matchups. So much about matchups.

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Two afternoon sports hosts cover Michigan State football and basketball, Detroit pro sports, and broader national sports with humor, banter, and betting angles. Episodes blend sharp analysis of MSU's rosters, NIL dynamics, and conference stakes with NBA and MLB chatter, fan questions, and light personal anecdotes, often weaving in local sponsor reads and everyday life moments. The format tends toward long-form, unscripted conversations with recurring guest appearances from sports media and front-office voices, making it a lively, personality-driven listen for Michigan sports fans who enjoy candid banter and real-time reactions to games, bets, and college sports policy shifts.

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1. Nolan Jamber
2. Steven Izzo
3. Gretchen Whitmer
4. Cody Stabenhagen
5. Zach Osterman
6. Steven Sippel
7. Ryan Kartje
8. Neil Motovan

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