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Happy Hour with John Gaskins

John Gaskins
South Dakota State University
Minnesota Vikings
NFL
Dan Jackson
Detroit Lions
Super Bowl
NFC North Title
South Dakota State
Mark Gronowski
Jimmy Rogers
South Dakota State Jackrabbits
North Dakota State University
Aiden Hutchinson
Sam Darnold
North Dakota State
College Football
Iowa Hawkeyes
Sioux Falls
College Football Playoffs
NDSU

Join John Gaskins for the hottest sports news from Sioux Falls and beyond.

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Latest Episodes

Dan Jackson on retaining all but one starter, portal additions, how agents work, which HS '26 signees might see field

If the Hoosiers — the most losing program in the history of major college football — can turn from trash to treasure in two years, why not the Huskers, Hawkeyes, or Gophers? The three FBS programs with the most devout followings in eastern South Dako... more

Topics: Why the Minnesota Vikings should trade a heavy haul to go after Indiana QB and Heisman Trophy winner Fernanado Mendoza, who Riggs' favorite team, the Raiders, are expected to take No. 1 * The Bills firing a successful coach in hopes of breaki... more

Yes, Indiana football is the greatest, most amazing story in the history of college football. We can all agree on that, right? But was it a miracle? Did Curt Cignetti (google him) work magic? If the Hoosiers — the most losing program in the history o... more

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Recent Guests

Curtis Riggs
Sports analyst and commentator
Episode: L.J. Phillips commits to Iowa, Kraft & Goedert "what if's" from NFL Playoffs, and incredible local hoops performances
Gary Weckworth
Former General Manager of the Sioux Falls Canaries and sports broadcaster.
Episode: Sweet 16 of '25 - Canaries legends Jabari Henry & Gary Weckwerth
Kim Nelson
Legendary high school football coach and recent winner of a state title.
Sioux Falls Christian
Episode: Sweet 16 of '25: Kim Nelson (HSFB legend) & Kim Hubers (Disabled Veteran of the Year)
Nick Kelly
Alabama football beat writer for al.com with extensive insights into college football coaching.
al.com
Episode: FULL SHOW: Aidan Bouman, Alabama reporter Nick Kelly on DeBoer drama, and tamping down on transfer portal paranoia
Aiden Bauman
Former quarterback for USD
University of South Dakota
Episode: Why Jacks & Yotes fans shouldn't be as "portal petrified" as last year
Kalen DeBoer
Head Coach at Alabama, known for his successful coaching career and commitment to the team.
University of Alabama
Episode: Mason staying at SDSU, DeBoer staying at Alabama, a salute to USD & Aidan Bouman, and McCarthy's big night in Dallas means what?
Chris Strebler
A former player at USD and current professional with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Episode: USD-Montana Thirsty Thursday Football Forecast with John Gaskins and Trent Singer
Nate Kating
Broadcast partner and high school sports expert.
Midwest Sports Plus
Episode: USD-Montana Thirsty Thursday Football Forecast with John Gaskins and Trent Singer
Nate Kaeding
Sanford Sports Academy coordinator, former Division I and II basketball coach
Midwest Sports Plus
Episode: Metro HS Hoops season preview from Nate Kaeding (Midwest Sports Plus analyst)

Host

John Gaskins
Host of the podcast, John Gaskins engages listeners with deep dives into local sports narratives and college athletics, driving the conversation through expert insights and lively discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Grateful

    Living in the Twin Cities and there is no source that covers sports across the state from high school to NCAA to Pro - South Dakotans should feel fortunate to have John putting out this daily content. Go Jacks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mitchell mc
    United States7 months ago
  • Pleasant Surprise that has moved to the top of my podcast rotation

    Recently moved up to SF in July and I had only known of John Gaskins as Harry Canary (great bobblehead) and I recently learned he does podcasts too on top of Dakota News Now! As an Iowan we had a couple radio shows/podcasts that covered area sports at all levels and I am very glad I found this one. I consume both Happy Hour and Nobody’s Listening Anyway now. Thank you John, keep up the good work, see ya at The Birdcage!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scotty0219
    United Statesa year ago
  • Never lose Harry Canary!!!

    I was excited to listen to another podcast featuring Jon Gaskins. I wasn’t disappointed. I love Nobody’s Listening. Both podcasts make me laugh and I love the content. Lifelong Jackrabbit fan and can’t get enough Rabbits. Great interview guests as well. Keep the impressions coming!!!

    Go Woonsocket!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jump, Fly, and collect food!
    United Statesa year ago

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The engaging discussions and insightful interviews with local figures resonate well with the audience.

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NLA: Zim on Jacks-Bison hoops, Aaron Rodgers, FCS portal news, Indiana football & Husker hoops bizarro world
Q: What are your thoughts on Nebraska basketball's performance this season?
Nebraska's recent success and ranking have raised expectations, making it crucial to win not just games but also advance in the NCAA tournament.
NLA: Zim on Jacks-Bison hoops, Aaron Rodgers, FCS portal news, Indiana football & Husker hoops bizarro world
Q: How do you feel about Indiana's recent successes in college football?
Indiana's evolution into a national championship contender highlights the effective use of NIL and the transfer portal to build a strong team with experienced players.
Packer podcaster Bart Winkler's hilarious takes on Green Bay, LeFleur, Love, Bears, Vikings, Lions
Q: What's your confidence level in Jordan Love and the offensive strategies against the Bears?
I think I will be more surprised with a win than a loss. There are challenges with relying on Love due to historical pressures and expectations.
Packer podcaster Bart Winkler's hilarious takes on Green Bay, LeFleur, Love, Bears, Vikings, Lions
Q: What do you make of the Packers being a 1.5 point favorite against the Bears?
It's a strange line considering the recent performances of both teams, but they should have won their first game against the Bears.
FULL SHOW: Big USD transfer news, SEC Network's Dari Nowkhah (Alabama, CFP), and Packer podcaster Bart Winkler
Q: What's your confidence level in Jordan Love?
I think Jordan Love is a perfectly good quarterback, but he faces immense scrutiny following in the footsteps of Aaron Rodgers and Brett Favre.

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This engaging podcast offers listeners an insightful look into the dynamic world of sports, particularly focusing on college athletics in South Dakota. Through lively discussions and analysis, the episodes frequently explore the intricacies of local sports events, coaching strategies, player dynamics, and implications of the transfer portal on team performance. Notably, the host strives to connect with the community by highlighting key figures and significant happenings from both the South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota sports programs. The unique blend of expert commentary and personal anecdotes creates a relatable atmosphere, making it appealing to sports enthusiasts interested in deepening their understanding ... more

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1. Nobody's Listening Anyway
2. The Jackrabbit Illustrated Podcast
3. Jackrabbit Sports Network
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Recent guests on Happy Hour include:

1. Curtis Riggs
2. Gary Weckworth
3. Kim Nelson
4. Nick Kelly
5. Aiden Bauman
6. Kalen DeBoer
7. Chris Strebler
8. Nate Kating

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