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The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football

The Athletic
College Football
College Football Playoff
Notre Dame
SEC
Miami
Indiana
Alabama
Georgia
Penn State
NIL
Ohio State
Texas A&M
Ole Miss
Transfer Portal
Lane Kiffin
Big 12
LSU
Big Ten
Oregon
ACC

Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel and Ralph Russo discuss the latest in college football, interview the biggest names in the sport and give insight into the most relevant topics dominating the discussion. From National Signing Day to the National Championship, Bruce, Stew and Ralph have you covered year-round.

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Welcome back to another episode of The Audible! Today, we dive deep into the absolute chaos surrounding postseason expansion as the looming "Road to 24" gains massive traction behind closed doors. With the exclusive ESPN media rights negotiating wind... more

Welcome to a packed prediction edition of The Audible! Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel, and Ralph Russo deliver their official game breakdowns, betting lines, and against-the-spread predictions for an absolute blockbuster slate of Week 6 college footba... more

Welcome to a live post-game edition of The Audible! Bruce Feldman, Stewart Mandel, and Ralph Russo deliver their full post-game breakdown after a historic, record-breaking Week 5 weekend of college football.

The guys are diving straight into the aft... more

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Welcome back to another episode of The Audible! Today, we dive deep into the mounting pressure in Los Angeles as Lincoln Riley’s seat continues to warm up at USC. After a rough stretch for the Trojans, a compelling fan mailbag question from London as... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Lombardi
UNC GM subject of controversy and now represented by Tom Mars
University of North Carolina (former GM)
Episode: USC-Notre Dame Series Return, College Sports Bill Hits Senate Floor & Michael Lombardi Updates
Mike Golick Jr.
TNT football analyst, college football analyst
ESPN (returning there)
Episode: Can Deion Sanders build Colorado into a sustainable program?
David Ubben
Colleague at The Athletic, author of a deep-dive on a former Texas player who fooled Texas
The Athletic
Episode: How competitive is the Big 12 five years after losing Texas and Oklahoma?
Lucy Rodin
Independent college football journalist, former Dan Le Batard Show contributor
Freelance/CFB reporting
Episode: Realignment Day! Examining the new-look Pac12 and Mountain West conferences
Antonio Morales
Athletic colleague who authored the AI in recruiting story
The Athletic
Episode: Cignetti's Underdog Story, AI in Recruiting, and a G6 Playoff Push
Cameron Teague Robinson
Ohio State beat writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: The State of Ohio State with Cameron Teague Robinson
Brandon Collier
Football recruiter based in Germany, works with European prospects for NCAA programs
Collier Sports
Episode: Utah's Messy Divorce, Ireland's Hottest Recruit, and NFL Stars Get Humbled at Flag Football
Manny Navarro
College football journalist known for portal and recruiting coverage
The Athletic (industry reporting)
Episode: Portal Report Cards and the 2023 Recruiting Class Revisited with Manny Navarro
Nicole Auerbach
American sports journalist, NBC Sports on-air reporter
NBC Sports
Episode: Nicole Auerbach on covering the Olympics and Saving College Sports

Hosts

Bruce Feldman
Host of The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football
Stewart Mandel
Host of The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football
Ralph Russo
Co-host of The Audible with Stew & Ralph: A show about college football

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Ralph Malph

    It’s Too Much. I wrote a review about two weeks after Ralph joined. I like him personally, seems like a nice guy. Listened to him on the AP.

    But he’s too much on this show. Why state your point with 15 words when you could use 250? CRIPES! For every 1 word; he uses 20. Very irritating. Can’t stand it and gets me to tap out from the podcast.

    Let him keep writing for The Athletic, but please remove him from the podcast. Stew and Bruce have or had a great thing going. They get to th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lexibug123
    United States22 days ago
  • Bruce carries the show

    Bruce needs to get two different cohost.. Those other clowns are disrespectful and suck!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Viking 72
    United States23 days ago
  • Ralph has ruined the show

    This used to be my #1 show for cfb for years, but the introduction of Ralph has made the show as whole unlistenable. He constantly interrupts and makes the show all about himself. Please return to the old format of a two person show without Ralph.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    perm105
    United Statesa month ago
  • 3 hosts are not better than 2

    Is Ralph taking over the show? Talks over Bruce and Stew way too much.

    Show before kickoff of week 1 and large portion is debating Brian Kelly and Jimbo.

    Falling down the pecking order of my goto cfb podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mcconnelljj
    United Statesa month ago
  • More Stew/Bruce

    Love the show and has always been my favorite college FB podcast. But, can we please have less from Ralph. Is he getting paid by the word!? Constant rambling plus interruptions of Stew and Bruce.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bpit17
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is valued for big-picture context on governance, scheduling, and NIL dynamics.
Hearers want sharper stances and less repetition from certain hosts at times.
Listeners appreciate the insider perspective and data-driven analysis, though some critiques call out perceived bias or pacing issues among hosts.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#38
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Apple Podcasts
#124
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#45
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#49
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#55
Italy/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#71
France/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

LSU vs Ole Miss Preview: Is Lane Kiffin the Ultimate Villain? + CFB Payroll Reveal
Q: Is Minnesota on the hot seat based on two weeks of results and roster challenges?
The hosts largely push back on labeling PJ Fleck as on the hot seat, noting Minnesota's historical expectations and the broader Big Ten climate, while acknowledging room for improvement.
LSU vs Ole Miss Preview: Is Lane Kiffin the Ultimate Villain? + CFB Payroll Reveal
Q: Which coach would you most like to see return to a program where they were hated?
The panel collaboratively suggests Lincoln Riley returning to Oklahoma as a hypothetical match for Lane Kiffin-level drama and fan reaction.
LSU vs Ole Miss Preview: Is Lane Kiffin the Ultimate Villain? + CFB Payroll Reveal
Q: Two weeks in, which preseason prediction would you take back if you could?
Ralph argues you shouldn't abandon preseason predictions this early, citing Georgia as the main exception where he would rethink playoff chances.
Does Dusty May's move to the NBA signal another new era in college sports?
Q: What if we reversed this concept and applied it to college football, which NFL players would you want to see return for one more season at their alma mater?
The host suggests that not only star players but solid, journeyman NFL players could make a huge impact if available back at their colleges, arguing that even mid-tier talents can significantly influence programs.
Pick 40: A new game for college football—or at least Audible—supremacy
Q: Paul Finn Cannon asks about listeners' personal memory of a game or moment from their youth that they never forgot.
Bruce and Ralph share memories of Notre Dame games and players that hooked them on college football, as well as a broader discussion of memorable moments and coaches.

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A trio of seasoned college football insiders deliver data-driven previews, big-picture narratives, and insider anecdotes across conferences, coaching moves, and scheduling. Episodes mix evidence-based projections, hot takes, and banter about teams, players, and governance, often anchored by live mailbag questions and timely headlines. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on media, realignment, NIL dynamics, and the evolving landscape of college football, all delivered with a mix of rigor and humor that appeals to serious fans and industry folks alike. The format tends to pair sharp analysis with candid opinions, making it a go-to for listeners who want contextual depth plus lively debate about the sport's current and future state.

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