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PodUp with Matthews in the Morning

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PodUp with Shane Matthews is a 55-minute Monday through Friday podcast where no sports topic is off-limits. Gator sports, College Sports, Pro Sports, and even local high school sports will all be on the field of discussion. You can listen, watch, and call into the show on Youtube and Facebook Live at 8 am Monday through Friday. The show can also be streamed 24/7 on iTunes and Spotify and wherever ... more

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Gator Nation are you ready for a LIVE Monday edition of PodUp with Matthews in the Morning?! Stay Tuned for a full show hosted by Florida Gators HoF QB ~ Shane Matthews! Our Good Friend JC is with us Today! Second half we'll be joined by Scott Carter... more

Gator Nation are you ready for a LIVE Friday edition of PodUp with Matthews in the Morning?! Stay Tuned for a full show hosted by Gatorbait Media writer, Loren Meadows! Today we have Kevin Brockway from The Gainesville Sun with us! ๐ŸŠ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ

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Gator Nation are you ready for a LIVE Thursday edition of PodUp with Matthews in the Morning?! Stay Tuned for a full show hosted by Guest host, WRUF Program Director - Kevin Winter. Today we have First Coast News College Football Expert, Brent Beaird... more

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Gator Nation are you ready for a LIVE Wednesday edition of PodUp with Matthews in the Morning?! Stay Tuned for a full show hosted by Shane Matthews! Our good friend JC is with us today! at 8:30 We will be joined by Edgar Thompson from the Orlando Sen... more

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Recent Guests

Johnny Cornell
Host of Win With JC
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Episode: March 17, 2026 ~ Shane, Buddy Martin, JC
Buddy Martin
Avid sports journalist and host of the Buddy Martin Show
Buddy Martin Show
Episode: March 17, 2026 ~ Shane, Buddy Martin, JC
Monnie Nidiffer
Producer of the Florida Legends event
Florida Legends
Episode: March 12, 2026 ~ Shane, Brent Beaird, Monne Nidiffer
Dr. Pete Indelicato
Sports medicine physician, UF Health Orthopedics
UF Health Orthopedics
Episode: March 11, 2026 ~ Shane, JC, Dr. Pete Indelicato
Nick Marcinko
Covering Florida athletics, especially baseball and basketball for Gator Country
Gator Country
Episode: February 23, 2026 ~ Graham Hall, JC, Nick Marcinko
Kevin O'Sullivan
Head baseball coach at the University of Florida
University of Florida
Episode: February 13, 2026 ~ Cuba Collapsing? ICE Melting in Minneapolis?
JC Deacon
Head golf coach at the University of Florida
University of Florida
Episode: February 11, 2026 ~ Shane, JC, JC Deacon (Yes, Two JC's)
Franz Beard
Sports analyst
PodUp
Episode: January 26, 2026 ~ Shane, JC, Franz Beard
Mike Bianchi
Sports columnist for the Orlando Sentinel
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Episode: January 23, 2026 ~ Shane, JC, Mike Bianchi

Host

Shane Matthews
Host of a daily sports discussion, Shane Matthews is a former UF Hall of Famer and 14-year NFL veteran, known for his insights into college and professional sports with a comedic touch and community engagement.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • QB9

    Love this program qb is as knowledgeable as they come Go Gators ๐ŸŠ Gator James from Orlando Florida but moved to Frankfort Kentucky

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gator ๐ŸŠ James
    United States4 months ago
  • Shane is good

    But all the predictions are wrong. Jc is just bad for the show. Get rid of him. Why would he be qualified to talk about Gators football?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    gatorinca
    United States4 months ago
  • 5* podcast

    Listening to someone with the love and knowledge for Florida that Shane has is a pleasure. Keep up the good work gentlemen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ewiley5
    United States5 months ago
  • Get Rid of JC

    This show. Would be considerably better without JC. I have no idea who he is and he is boisterous and rude. I donโ€™t know why anyone cares what he says!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AJDZ6
    United States6 months ago
  • Best Podcastโ€ฆ.

    As a former UF athlete, now living in California I find this podcast the highlight of my morning. Feels like Iโ€™m back in Gainesville and love the humor, refreshing takes not only on sports but life itself. Iโ€™ve turned my whole family into listening to this as wellโ€ฆ.keep it up!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JanaEVincent
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep knowledge and humorous banter, which keeps the content engaging and relatable.
The show is praised for its informative nature, often serving as a go-to for listeners wanting analysis on Gators sports and broader athletic culture.
There are mixed reviews about some recurring guests or co-hosts, with calls for different dynamics at times due to perceived weaknesses in commentary.

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Talking Points

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March 19, 2026 ~ Shane, Brent Beaird, Ryan Urquhart
Q: Baron71 on YouTube brought to you by Quality Plumbers says, can you ask Brent what the Georgia fans' expectations are for Mike White and the Bulldogs in the tournament?
Brent notes that Georgia has had strong coaching and success, but also emphasizes that expectations hinge on how the team performs in the tournament; he suggests Georgia fans are hopeful yet realistic given past performance and the competitive landscape.
March 26, 2026 ~ Kevin Winter, Brent Beaird
Q: What stands out in Brent Beaird's notebook this week?
Beaird highlights spring practice momentum, the potential for two bye weeks, and the unfolding conversations around scheduling and roster decisions as key takeaways.
March 9, 2026 ~ Shane, JC, Mike Morgan
Q: What makes Florida's basketball team stand out this season?
Mike Morgan stresses the combination of coaching, roster construction, and strong guard play, noting Florida's improvement and potential to challenge for a number one seed, especially with the way players like Alex Condon and the backcourt have stepped up.
March 10, 2026 ~ Shane, Buddy Martin, JC
Q: Why would the Seahawks let Kenneth Walker walk in free agency?
Buddy Martin explains that free agency dynamics are complex and that teams evaluate backs based on long-term fit, market value, and depth charts; there isn't a single decisive moment, and decisions are made in context of overall roster strategy.
February 17, 2026 ~ Shane, Buddy Martin, JC
Q: Can you tell us your honest opinion of what you think we have with the 26 team and staff?
The team will be much better and very good on offense with great quarterbacks and upgraded defense.

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2. Buddy Martin
3. Monnie Nidiffer
4. Dr. Pete Indelicato
5. Nick Marcinko
6. Kevin O'Sullivan
7. JC Deacon
8. Franz Beard

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