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Every week, Steven Godfrey and Ryan Nanni walk you (and one another) through a question from the sports world. While they don't promise any conclusive answers, you'll get an interesting and thoughtful look at topics from a variety of perspectives. This feed is also home to Steven and Ryan's other work, including The Single Wing, where Godfrey answers listener questions, We're Not All Like This, Ry... more

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While things have gone great for some coaches in their first year at a new job in 2026 (hi, Bob Chesney!), others are finding themselves sinking deeper and deeper into trouble. Steven Godfrey, fresh from the source mines, joins Ryan Nanni to run down... more

Ryan Nanni and Steven Godfrey examine the quarterbacks in the NFL's narratively confusing middle class, stuck somewhere between unquestioned superstar and ready to be cut in the offseason. What should teams do when they have the 12th or 15th best QB ... more

Steven Godfrey is joined by ESPN's Greg Wyshynski to connect the dots between the US beating Canada in the men's ice hockey gold medal game, a major trade between Winnipeg and New Jersey, movement trends within the NHL, and the politics looming over ... more

With the help of several different conference media guides, Ryan Nanni concocts a surprise trivia game for Steven Godfrey that spans the ACC, Big 10, SEC, Big 12, Pac-12, MAC, and Mountain West, and you can play along and see if you can beat Godfrey'... more

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Recent Guests

Marisa Ingemi
Valkyries Beat writer whose work also appears in The Nine and the San Jose Mercury News
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Episode: WNBA Finals Doubleheader: The Case of the Weekday Afternoon Game Six and The Curious Golden State Roster
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Episode: WNBA Finals Doubleheader: The Case of the Weekday Afternoon Game Six and The Curious Golden State Roster
Jon Kozak
FloWrestling content creator and co-host of FloWrestling Radio Live
FloWrestling
Episode: Where does wrestling stand amidst the shifting world of college sports?
No Escalators
Social media personality and UConn sports fan known for enthusiastic online advocacy
Episode: Why does this UConn fan want you to watch Digger?
Jason Kirk
Writer at The Athletic and contributor to the Shutdown Fullcast
The Athletic
Episode: Why does this UConn fan want you to watch Digger?
Matt Stahl
AL.com reporter covering college football
AL.com
Episode: What should college football do about early season heat waves?
David Covucci
Author of FOIAball newsletter
FOIAball
Episode: Numbers and Words: Your College Football Team Needs Your Financial Support! (PREVIEW)
Brian Shearer
Director of Competition and Regulatory Policy
Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator
Episode: How can we fix the broken market for sports and music tickets?
Parker Fleming
Recurring guest, economist by training, football analyst
Football analytics community
Episode: Numbers and Words: Sourcing and Using Football Explosives (PREVIEW)

Hosts

Steven Godfrey
Host with a background in sports journalism and analysis, often steering conversations with data-led insights and nuanced takes on coaching and program-building.
Ryan Nanni
Co-host known for combining humor with informed analysis, often helping translate complex topics for a broad audience.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 392 ratings
  • Pure entertainment

    Alright, so I’m just going to add to this because I’m senile. I’ve been waiting for this trailblazer episode since you all teased it (best logo in basketball, btw - did you all know that there are 10 streaks, red and black to represent the home and away team? OKC? Lazy). So what I’m adding is that I really appreciate the deep dive into the blazers. It was a great interview and god willing, Portland keeps their team.

    I found this podcast a few months ago because I love college football. And I l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Orion고마워
    United States3 months ago
  • Pure entertainment

    I found this podcast a few months ago because I love college football. And I love the insight. It’s the best and I’d listen to all episodes but they have put on a subscription plan. They took on the model of financial assistance - “pay me for our newsletter” … and I get it. I do. My thing is, I’d love to see them grow before they’re confident enough to start the subscriptions. I’ve seen this show. But good luck. And I mean that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Orion고마워
    United States4 months ago
  • Always a good listen

    The Bear Bryant integrated the SEC is the best episode of a roster of very good ones. Loved this episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DonDerby
    United States5 months ago
  • Good stuff

    Just here to listen to Ryan’s laugh. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peppermint Pete
    United States9 months ago
  • everything but…

    …the intro song is good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R-Pro Dart
    United States10 months ago

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WNBA Finals Doubleheader: The Case of the Weekday Afternoon Game Six and The Curious Golden State Roster
Q: Who has led us to this place where in the middle of the finals, we don't know when and where Game Six is going to be played?
Andy Tulin places primary responsibility on the Atlanta Dream for not securing an appropriate venue plan and criticizes the WNBA League Office for failing to coordinate and communicate in advance. He also says the NBA has a leadership role because of its relationship with the WNBA.
WNBA Finals Doubleheader: The Case of the Weekday Afternoon Game Six and The Curious Golden State Roster
Q: How did Golden State build, what to me is this very fascinating roster?
Marisa Ingemi says the Valkyries intentionally assembled players with complementary, specific skills, many of whom had felt underused elsewhere. She points to the team's depth, flexible roles, and coach Natalie Nakase's tactical adjustments as reasons the approach has worked.
Why does this UConn fan want you to watch Digger?
Q: Why did critics generally not like Digger?
The guests suggest that the film's secretive marketing and unexpected tone may have alienated viewers, while its critique of art and its limits could have been uncomfortable for critics. Ryan Nanni also thinks the film may be overstuffed with subplots, twists and themes, though he finds the critical response harsher than that criticism warrants.
Why does this UConn fan want you to watch Digger?
Q: Why was Digger something you decided it was important to beat the drum for on social media?
No Escalators was intrigued by the idea that Tom Cruise and director Alejandro González Iñárritu might make a secret musical, then decided to see the film after its box-office failure and reports that it was unexpectedly brilliant. He loved it, found it entertaining and strange, and wanted others to experience it and discuss it.
Where does wrestling stand amidst the shifting world of college sports?
Q: What is your sense of like, what the market is for these top level wrestlers, how that market is changing, and like which schools are fueling this and taking advantage of this system as it exists right now?
Kozak says leading recruits are earning well over six figures annually, with some seven-figure NIL deals across a college career. Donor-supported programs such as Penn State, Oklahoma State, Iowa, Nebraska, Ohio State and Michigan have benefited, while smaller programs can struggle to retain athletes.

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What is Phantom Island about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Phantom Island features two hosts who routinely dissect big questions in college sports with a mix of data-driven insight and sharp humor. Episodes commonly explore coaching dynamics, program-building, scheduling, media narratives, and the economics of modern college football, often featuring guests who add analytical depth, insider knowledge, or historical context. A standout element is the hosts' willingness to explore niche topics (like Talent valuation, international games, or fan culture) through interdisciplinary angles, sometimes tying in book discussions, sponsorships, and cross-show collaborations. For potential listeners, the show offers thoughtful, exploratory conversations that balance rigor with entertaining banter, making it a... more

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4. No Escalators
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6. Matt Stahl
7. David Covucci
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