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The Drive w/ Mark Ennis

ESPN 680 Audio Vault
Louisville
Louisville Basketball
College Basketball
Louisville, United States
NCAA Tournament
Basketball
Pat Kelsey
ACC
NCAA
North Carolina
ACC Tournament
NCAA Basketball
Transfer Portal
Super Bowl
Kentucky
College Football
ESPN Louisville
NC State
University Of Louisville
Louisville Cardinals

The Drive w/ Mark Ennis

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The guys begin the hour playing stump the gasbag before talking about the latest in the Clemson/Ole Miss tampering saga. They also react to the Cavs loss to the Knicks in game 2.

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The guys react to lists from ON3 about the top 5 QBs of the 21st century and the top 100 college football players going into the season.

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The guys discuss Josh Heird's comments about the athletic department budget and the latest from the NBA draft combine.

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The guys start the hour discussing the bracket for the player's era tournament and what Louisville can do in it. They also talk about Ed Orgeron returning to LSU and the NBA playoffs

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Recent Guests

Shawn Somerville
Africa-centered apparel founder and Ebony Greens representative
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Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-20-2026- Hour 2
Othello Bell
Co-founder of Ebony Greens and Make It Happen Entertainment partner
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Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-20-2026- Hour 2
Wayne Blackshear
Former Louisville basketball player, guest to discuss TBT updates
TBT (guest on show)
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @lukeskywalka11 -5-19-2026- Hour 2
Fran Fraschilla
Basketball analyst
ESPN
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-18-2026- Hour 3
Paul Mills
Head coach (as caller making remarks about Wichita State basketball)
Wichita State alumnus / coach discussion
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-18-2026- Hour 2
Andy Sweeney
Brand ambassador/advertiser voice for Whiskey Thief (guest on segment)
Whiskey Thief
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -5-8-2026- Hour 1
Kyle Tucker
National College Basketball columnist and podcaster
The Assist / The Assist Podcast
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @lukeskywalka11 -5-6-2026- Hour 2
John Fanta
NBC Sports analyst covering Derby and college basketball
NBC Sports
Episode: The Drive with @BiggestBiscuit and @Matt_McGavic -4-30-2026- Hour 2
David Huffman
Head Golf Professional and General Manager
South Park Country Club
Episode: The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -4-24-2026- Hour 1

Hosts

Mark Ennis
Host of The Drive; long-time ESPN Louisville / 93.9 The Ville presence.
Dave Skoll
Co-host (Biggest Biscuit); frequent on-air contributor with a strong local sports beat.
Spencer Brown
Co-host of The Drive; regular on-air analyst and caller interaction facilitator.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • The Drive

    I listen to nearly all of the UL pods on a regular basis. The Drive is my favorite. Mark and Dave seldom have takes I disagree with. Keep up the good work fellas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Columbia Kev
    United States2 years ago

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Guests and topics span broader NCAA coverage, keeping content fresh for fans.
Listeners appreciate deep, informed takes on Louisville sports and college basketball.
Strong sense of community and local pride in discussions and sponsor reads.

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The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @lukeskywalka11 -5-6-2026- Hour 1
Q: What are you most confident about with this Louisville roster after the off-season moves?
The hosts express confidence in the depth, athleticism, and versatility across positions, as well as a proven plan from Pat Kelsey-style roster building adapted for Louisville, with nine core pieces ready to contribute.
The Drive with @BiggestBiscuit and @Matt_McGavic -4-30-2026- Hour 2
Q: What are your thoughts on Emerging Market as a Derby pick?
Emerging Market is a compelling long-shot candidate due to its unique start history and strong pedigree connections; it represents a strong betting option for places and possibly winning, given Derby conditions.
The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -4-24-2026- Hour 1
Q: How is the Kentucky-Louisville recruiting dynamic evolving in the NIL era?
They discuss the shifting landscape where big offers and media narratives shape recruiting, with both programs needing to adapt to a market where payoffs and perception both matter, including how outlets frame the competition.
The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -4-24-2026- Hour 1
Q: What do you think the new Louisville commits bring to the roster?
The hosts assess Montgomery as a versatile wing with length and defensive potential, while noting the need for more post depth and scorers, aiming for a balanced, competitive roster.
The Drive with @MarkEnnis and @BiggestBiscuit -4-15-2026- Hour 1
Q: Coach, what has been the key to your team's early success since you took over?
Bird emphasized standards, consistency, accountability, and a strong group dynamic; the team has performed well due to a clear culture and leadership from Brandon Bays and Kyle Adams.

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A local sports-talk series focused on Louisville and college basketball, with quick-hit game analysis, roster turnover discussions, coaching decisions, and fan-driven calls. Episodes blend sharp tactical notes, player evaluations, and broader college athletics topics like NIL, transfer dynamics, and conference implications, all delivered with humor and strong regional pride. The show stands out for its ongoing, hour-by-hour breakdowns, heavy sponsor integration, and an enthusiastic caller culture that keeps conversations timely around the college hoops schedule and local team narratives.

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1. Middays w/ Marques Maybin
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The Drive launched 7 years ago and published 343 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Drive include:

1. Shawn Somerville
2. Othello Bell
3. Wayne Blackshear
4. Fran Fraschilla
5. Paul Mills
6. Andy Sweeney
7. Kyle Tucker
8. John Fanta

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