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Eye on the Storm

David Berov
St. John's Basketball
St. John's Red Storm
Rick Pitino
NCAA Tournament
Big East Conference
Big East
Zuby Ejiofor
Madison Square Garden
St. John's University
St. John's
Bryce Hopkins
Uconn
Creighton
Ian Jackson
Big East Tournament
College Basketball
NCAA
Kadary Richmond
NIL
Transfer Portal

A podcast dedicated to all things St. John's Basketball. From interviews with former great players and coaches, to shining a light on current Johnnies and recruits. The mission of this podcast is to bring you the most up to date and accurate St. John's Red Storm basketball news possible. With some help from my friends, those in the media and in the know, this is your one stop shop for St. John's b... more

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D'Angelo Harrison is back after his first appearance 4 years ago. The all-time great discusses the last few years of his career, the current outlook and what's next. Plus we get into the discussion of Euro basketball talent coming stateside specifica... more

His name will be mentioned in the pantheon of St. John's greats, and now as he's on the cusp of reaching the NBA he returns to the Eye on the Storm Podcast to reflect on his journey and what awaits. As the NBA Draft commences on 6/23, Zuby Ejiofor lo... more

In one swift move, Tounde Yessoufou made the decision to pull his name out of the NBA Draft and immediately transferring and committing to Rick Pitino and St. John's. It's the cherry on top of a rollercoaster off-season that now boasts two top 15 por... more

This off-season has been an interesting one to say the least. The route to bring players on has been an unconventional one by St. John's standards but is becoming more common amongst the college ranks. 

Rick Pitino has completely reshaped the St. Jo... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Maitland
Basketball skills coach and founder/director of Bridge the Gap Training Academy
Bridge the Gap Training Academy
Episode: Episode 200: Queens Has a New King: St. John's Adds Elite EuroLeague Point Guard Quinn Ellis
Roger Rubin
Sportswriter for Newsday
Newsday
Episode: Episode 198: PARTY LIKE IT'S 1999 - Dylan Darling Sends St. John's to the Sweet Sixteen at the Buzzer!!!
Jason Dimaio
Friend of the show, prior guest
Undisclosed
Episode: Episode 198: PARTY LIKE IT'S 1999 - Dylan Darling Sends St. John's to the Sweet Sixteen at the Buzzer!!!
Zuby Ejiofor
St. John's University player
St. John's University
Episode: Episode 194: St. John's Wins the Big East Tournament, Again!
Brad Wachtel
Lead bracketologist on Hoops HQ
Hoops HQ
Episode: Episode 195: St. John's Selection Sunday Preview with Brad Wachtel
Travis Ford
Former head coach (St. Louis, Oklahoma State, UMass)
Coach; Pitino-era connections
Episode: Episode 193: Playing for Pitino in March With Coach Travis Ford
Mike Repole
Entrepreneur and St. John's alumnus, notable for brand partnerships and philanthropic efforts around sports and education.
Noble
Episode: Episode 185: Mike Repole
John Fanta
Basketball commentator and analyst, known for covering college basketball.
Episode: Episode 180: The Pulse of the Big East with John Fanta
Matt Jones
Host of Kentucky Sports Radio, covering Kentucky sports
Kentucky Sports Radio
Episode: Episode 174: #22 St. John's Improves to 7-3 + Kentucky Preview with Matt Jones

Host

David Berov
Host and central voice for coverage of St. John's basketball; frequently leads discussions and conducts interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 143 ratings
  • Fabulous Podcast!

    David’s Eye of the Storm podcast is terrific.

    I look forward to every episode!

    He’s a pro!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Real Johnnie Z
    United States6 months ago
  • BIG EAST BASKETBALL BBY

    If you’re looking for a podcast that gives you insight on all things Johnnie’s basketball this podcast is for you! I’ve been in and out of the 2025 season and I take a quick listen to this after every game and I’m automatically caught up and with the insight at David and crew bring to the table I feel like I watched the game myself. One of the best NCAA Basketball Podcasts you can listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matthew LoPuzzo
    United States6 months ago
  • Best show

    The best St. John's podcast in the world and the most dedicated host. Big fan of the show and all the work Dave does with St. John's

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foxbrzypnt
    United States6 months ago
  • Great show

    Quality

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    6Lav
    United States6 months ago
  • SJU POD

    This is my go to podcast before and after every St. John’s game. By far the best Basketball knowledge for Johnnie’s basketball. Dave and Justin are phenomenal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🔴⛈️
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some feedback notes strong familiarity with NCAA dynamics and praised on-site reporting by media guests.
A few reviews highlight room for broader topics beyond St. John's specifics, but overall sentiment is positive.
Listeners praise high-quality guests and no-fluff analysis, calling it essential for following St. John's.
Fans describe the show as insightful and well-researched with sharp breakdowns of games and roster moves.

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Apple Podcasts
#248
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Apple Podcasts
#223
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#95
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 203: EXCLUSIVE: Zuby Ejiofor Returns, Reflecting on St. John's and the Road to the 2026 NBA Draft
Q: If you could speak to your younger self leaving Kansas, what would you tell that kid about the journey ahead?
He would tell his younger self to stay head up, trust the work, keep the why, and surround himself with people who love him, emphasizing patience, consistency, and a relentless work ethic as keys to long-term success.
Episode 203: EXCLUSIVE: Zuby Ejiofor Returns, Reflecting on St. John's and the Road to the 2026 NBA Draft
Q: What do you remember about meeting Tunde Yesafu at the combine and what asked or talked about helped him decide on St. John's?
Zuby describes a brief, friendly interaction where Yesafu asked questions about Coach Pitino and St. John's, and the group shared insights that illustrated a supportive, welcoming environment and the potential to elevate his game.
Episode 203: EXCLUSIVE: Zuby Ejiofor Returns, Reflecting on St. John's and the Road to the 2026 NBA Draft
Q: Zuby, how was the NBA combine process?
The combine was surreal and faster-paced than expected, with a on-court day of agility and shooting, followed by a week of medicals and back-to-back interviews with multiple teams; he emphasizes how the process is a mix of performance, personal assessment, and getting to know teams.
Episode 201: Rick Pitino's Global Gamble: Dissecting St. John’s New-Look Roster
Q: How might Ian Jackson's role evolve with a point-guard like Quinn Ellis on the roster?
Ellis is expected to elevate Jackson by providing floor leadership, allowing Jackson to focus on shooting and scoring, while the backcourt gains a true playmaker.
Episode 201: Rick Pitino's Global Gamble: Dissecting St. John’s New-Look Roster
Q: What was the strategic reason behind the Euro infusion and the two open roster spots?
The hosts suggest the Euros bring professional experience and fit into a five-out system, while the remaining spots could be used to add familiarity or a star piece to solidify the lineup.

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The show centers on St. John's basketball, combining detailed game and roster analysis with insider insights from media members, coaches, and former players. Episodes frequently explore roster changes, transfer portal dynamics, Big East competition, and March Madness implications, often pairing tactical breakdowns with behind-the-scenes recruitment stories and NIL considerations. A standout is the steady stream of high-quality guests from major outlets and coaching ranks, which helps listeners understand team development, game strategy, and fan sentiment from diverse perspectives.

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Recent guests on Eye on the Storm include:

1. Gary Maitland
2. Roger Rubin
3. Jason Dimaio
4. Zuby Ejiofor
5. Brad Wachtel
6. Travis Ford
7. Mike Repole
8. John Fanta

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