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More Important Issues

More Important Issues
Tennessee Volunteers
College Football
Tennessee Football
Tennessee Baseball
Tennessee Basketball
Transfer Portal
SEC
NCAA
College Football Playoff
Tennessee Volunteers Football
Tennessee
Basketball
NCAA Tournament
Baseball
Josh Heupel
SEC Football
March Madness
College Basketball
Florida Gators
Recruiting

Better than average Tennessee fans with better than average takes. Providing the best conversations weekly on topics, all Tennessee.

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New Live Episode •Kickoff Times Announced•Crootin’•More Baseball Returners•Fan Questions

•Are We Landing DGG?•Started Hot in the Portal•New Pitching Coach•Sorsby Talk

Welcome into today's episode of More Important Issues!•Portal Season For Baseball•Elander Makes A Change•Big Recruiting Weekend•Fan Questions

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Recent Guests

Chad Zurcher
Memphis Tiger Hall of Famer, friend of the pod
University of Memphis / Memphis Tigers
Episode: Ep 754 | May 28th, 2026 | Regional in Chapel Hill, Missing Persons??, Chad Zurcher Joins, & More...
Jennifer Morris
Realtor, Keller Williams Greater Knoxville
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Episode: Ep 744 | April 19th, 2026 | Basketball Portal Gets, Brutal Series in LNS, & More...
Ricky Portal
Guest commentator, featured in episode title
Episode: Ep 743 | April 16th, 2026 | Ricky Portal, More Commitments, & Vol Baseball Back at LNS
Connor Pavolony
VFL, former Tennessee baseball player
CAA Sports
Episode: Ep 740 | April 6th, 2026 | Vols In the Portal, Brutal Series Loss, & Connor Pavolony Joins The Show
Bo Rhudy
New baseball player for Tennessee
Tennessee Baseball
Episode: Ep 725 | February 5th, 2026 | Ament Continues to Grow, Joey Plaintiff, & Bo Rhudy Joins...
Ross Kiffin
Tennessee Assistant Coach and close friend of the podcast
Tennessee Volunteers
Episode: Ep 724 | February 1st, 2026 | Barbecued Auburn, Win Streak, Baseball Preview & More
Ryan Schumpert
Covering Tennessee athletics for Rocky Top Insider
Rocky Top Insider
Episode: Vols Need to Finish '25 Strong, CFB Coaching Carousel, & More.. w/ Ryan Schumpert of RTI
Jerome Carvin
Former offensive lineman at Tennessee
Tennessee Volunteers
Episode: Ep 692: September 25, 2025: Vols vs Miss St, Jerome Carvin, & an Electric Week 5 in CFB
Joey Kent
Former wide receiver for the University of Tennessee
University of Tennessee
Episode: SPECIAL: Vols vs Georgia Preview with Joey Kent

Hosts

Landon Raby
Host of More Important Issues; appears across multiple episodes.
Trey
Co-host providing questions and insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Good Show

    Enjoy the banter, but guys Micky Mantle grew up in Oklahoma. That’s why there is a restaurant named after him in OKC.

    Apple Podcasts
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    William Von Schipmann
    United Statesa month ago
  • good show

    Great podcast guys and Yahoo does have College Fantasy Football

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C Martin 2244
    United States6 years ago
  • GREAT listen

    Such a great podcast for VOLS fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CassRice
    United States7 years ago
  • Great show!

    A must for Vols fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stea7691
    United States8 years ago
  • No 1 Tennessee Podcast

    The only thing more important than the issues the guys talk about is that you tune in if you're a Tennessee fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EagleScout175
    United States8 years ago

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Solid mix of banter and analysis that keeps it engaging.
Clear love for the Vols and local scene shines through.
Smart takes on roster moves and hosting dynamics.
Great energy and Tennessee focus, fans feel heard.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 729 | February 22nd, 2026 | Big Time Win in Nashville, New QB1, & Vols Lose Series to Kent St
Q: Besides Nate Ament, who needs to step up for Tennessee to get to that second weekend?
Discussion names key players like Bishop Boswell and Jalen Carey as those who need to be consistent for a successful March run.
Ep 729 | February 22nd, 2026 | Big Time Win in Nashville, New QB1, & Vols Lose Series to Kent St
Q: How many wins do you think Joey Aguilar adds to Tennessee for their schedule next year?
The discussion poll indicates Joey could add anywhere from zero to two wins, based on the current team and upcoming schedule.
Ep 692: September 25, 2025: Vols vs Miss St, Jerome Carvin, & an Electric Week 5 in CFB
Q: How has the offensive line performed this season?
The offensive line has been physical and effective, executing game plans well, adapting to the tempo of the offense, and improving weekly.
Ep 692: September 25, 2025: Vols vs Miss St, Jerome Carvin, & an Electric Week 5 in CFB
Q: How do road games differ in the SEC compared to other leagues?
Road games in the SEC are challenging due to the hostile crowds, requiring strong communication and execution from the offense.
Ep 687: September 7th, 2025: Vols Top The Bucs, GameDay Returns to Knoxville, & CFB Week 2
Q: What does Tennessee do at Running Back?
Starr Thomas looks like he can be the number one out of the gate, and Deshaun Bishop may be saved for Georgia.

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This show centers on Tennessee sports with a lively, fan-forward lens, mixing game analysis, roster moves, and broader collegiate athletics dynamics. Episodes frequently dissect baseball and football developments, transfer portal activity, NIL implications, and recruiting chatter, all while weaving in local culture, sponsor plugs, and personal banter. A standout is the repeated emphasis on roster construction and regional hosting potential, delivered with humor and strong regional pride that helps listeners feel plugged into the Tennessee sports scene.

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2. Jennifer Morris
3. Ricky Portal
4. Connor Pavolony
5. Bo Rhudy
6. Ross Kiffin
7. Ryan Schumpert
8. Jerome Carvin

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