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University Of Virginia
AJ Dybantsa
NCAA Championship
Countdown To Craziness
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Jon Scheyer
Duke Football
ACC Tournament

Listen to The Devil's Den Podcast for all the latest news and notes surrounding Duke Basketball and Football.

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Josh, Dustin, and Raul cover the second half of the tough marquee games on Duke's non-conference schedule. Will Duke be able to protect homecourt against the defending national champions, the Florida Gators? Will they be able to add to Duke's 15-3 w... more

In the first of two episodes, Josh, Dustin, and Raul review Duke's loaded slate of non-conference games. They start by looking at the exhibition matchup at Tennessee before discussing Duke's first game of the season vs. Texas, a tough battle vs. Kans... more

Josh, Dustin, and Raul are joined by legendary referee Jamie Luckie to discuss the ins and outs of officiating DI college basketball. While Luckie has retired as a referee, he still maintains an active role in college officiating through his position... more

Josh, Dustin, and Raul are joined by Brian Geisinger, writer for 247Sports and cohost of the Buzz Beat Podcast. First they discuss the recent NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets, which saw them selecting former Duke players Kon Knueppel and Sion James... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Scheyer
Duke men's basketball head coach
Duke University
Episode: Episode 315 - Coach Jon Scheyer
Andre Dawkins
Former Duke player and current high school basketball coach
Charlottesville High School
Episode: Episode 313 - Andre Dawkins
John Watson
Writer for The Devil's Den, covering Duke basketball
The Devil's Den
Episode: Episode 306 - Recruiting and Roster Updates (with John Watson)
Dan Favale
Writer for Bleacher Report, host of the Hardwood Knocks Podcast
Bleacher Report
Episode: Episode 305 - Duke in the NBA with Dan Favale
Jordan Mann
Friend of the pod and sports commentator
Episode: Episode 304 - Jordan Mann on the Transfer Portal and 2025-26 Roster
Zion Olojede
Co-host of the Crazie Cast
Crazie Cast
Episode: Episode 283 - UNC Preview with Zion Olojede
Rick Heidrick
Prominent Duke fan and analyst, known for his insights on Duke Twitter.
Episode: Episode 274 - Georgia Tech Reaction and the Season So Far (with Rick Heidrick)
Brian Geisinger
Writer for 247Sports and co-host of the Buzz Beat podcast
247Sports
Episode: Episode 262 - Season Preview Megapod
Travis Branham
247Sports National Analyst
247Sports
Episode: Episode 257 - Travis Branham on Recruiting

Hosts

Josh Smith
Host of the show with extensive knowledge of Duke athletics, often providing analysis on basketball and occasional insights on football.
Raul
Co-host with a deep understanding of Duke's basketball culture, contributing insights and discussions during episodes.
Shu
Co-host known for providing engaging commentary on basketball and adding valuable perspectives based on his experiences.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Football

    Needs more Duke football coverage

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Duke of Memphis
    United Statesa month ago
  • One of my favorite CBB podcast BUT….

    ….Constantly find myself wanting to comment on topics / players discussed.

    Providing additional support for certain comments made incorrectly as a college🏀junkie & DUKE die hard the past 40+ yrs.

    Then again, there’s a reason why I don’t have a DUKE podcast.

    💙this team, interchangeable parts & options but just to clarify as someone who watched Isaiah Slim Reaper Evans thru his HS career….he’s capable of dominating games more than his AUB effort.

    So far he’s been overly cautious w/ handles... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DukeBrewCrew
    United States10 months ago
  • Unique Content & Perspective on The Devils Den Podcast

    Love the unique insight and analysis and historical context that the trio brings to the table. The recruiting, analytics, and other guests are also timely and interesting. Thanks for devoting your time and effort to produce such great entertainment for your fellow Duke fanatics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    89 Duke
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the content!

    Josh, it’s pronounced ES-specially not EG-specially. Love the show though, keep it up boys. LFGD!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dukematters
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Duke MBB Content

    The guys at the Devil’s Den do a great job of breaking the game down. They are life-long Duke guys who appreciate the history of the program, but also embrace where it’s at now. If you aren’t a regular listener, what are you even doing with your life?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jcox114
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, listeners find the discussions engaging, particularly in relation to Duke basketball history.
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Critically noted for their in-depth breakdowns of player performances and Duke's recruitment strategies.
There is a strong appreciation for the hosts' knowledge and passion for the Duke athletic program.
Listeners appreciate the unique insights and expert analysis provided by the hosts.

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Episode 310 - NBA Draft with Brian Geisinger
Q: Brian, happy to have you back, man. How's the offseason treating you? And as you're preparing for the draft stuff, what's your kind of schedule looking like here?
I'm doing good. Happy draft season to you guys. Thanks for having me back on.
Episode 297 - NCAA Tournament (with Brendan Marks of The Athletic)
Q: What do you think has been the most impressive thing about this Duke team specifically?
This team has been constructed with the best roster Jon Scheyer has had, showing strong defense and shooting, leading to significant wins and a promising season.
Episode 295 - Regular Season Reflections with Brian Geisinger
Q: What do you think could threaten this Duke team in the tournament?
Brian mentions that teams with a lot of veteran players and strong physical guards could pose problems for Duke, such as Alabama and Auburn.
Episode 267 - Arizona Reaction and Kansas Preview
Q: What will be the key to success for Duke against Kansas?
Defensive strategies to control Kansas' big man, along with effective offense, are crucial for Duke to secure a win.
Episode 262 - Season Preview Megapod
Q: What’s it going to be?
They’re going to have good offensive outputs against defenses because they have shooting, which solves a ton of problems.

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Content focuses primarily on Duke Basketball, with in-depth discussions about players, coaching strategies, and team dynamics, particularly during the college basketball season. Episodes feature insights on both current athletes and program alumni, such as analyses of players' performances, recruiting updates, and reactions to significant events like the NBA Draft. Additionally, there are discussions around coaching changes and the impact of youth development on the team's future. The inclusion of guests who are experts in college athletics enriches the dialogue, providing listeners with unique perspectives on Duke sports and its history. Fans can expect a combination of detailed analysis, insider information, and personal anecdotes that re... more

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1. Jon Scheyer
2. Andre Dawkins
3. John Watson
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