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Former University of Tennessee and NFL quarterback Erik Ainge and co-host Brian Rice bring you a unique, inside look into Vols athletics from a player's perspective.

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Recent Guests

John Crooks
Emerald Youth Foundation representative
Emerald Youth Foundation
Episode: The EA Show - Hour #3 (9.22.25)
Travis Ferguson
Representative from East Tennessee Kidney Foundation
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Episode: The EA Show - Hour #3 (9.16.25)
Don Henderson
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Episode: The EA Show - Hour #3 (9.8.25)
George Cruz
Medical provider at Men's Pro Knoxville
Men's Pro Knoxville
Episode: The EA Show - Hour #3 (9.8.25)
Dave Landio
Musician and coordinator for the fundraising event
Alzheimer's Tennessee
Episode: The EA Show - Hour #2 (9.5.25)
Kay Watson
Representative from Alzheimer's Tennessee
Alzheimer's Tennessee
Episode: The EA Show - Hour #2 (9.5.25)
Rick Terry
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Episode: The EA Show - Hour #3 (9.3.25)
Kim Caldwell
Head coach of Tennessee Lady Vol Basketball
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Hosts

Erik Ainge
Former University of Tennessee and NFL quarterback, providing insights into Vols athletics from a player's perspective.
Brian Rice
Co-host of The Erik Ainge Show.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Love the show, wish all of it were up on podcast

    Whoever was responsible for uploading to podcast the last two days weren’t on their game. Too bad for people like me…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Kevin in Augusta
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this show and listen everyday.

    These guys give get best takes on Tennessee sports. No one else comes close.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tennessee98
    United States2 years ago
  • Needs better hosts

    Don’t bother.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DawgFan96
    United States3 years ago
  • Erik Ainge is the punk

    Takes a puck to attack a walk on JUCO that out play you. Here’s hoping for a 1 star campaign.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SB is better
    United States3 years ago
  • Clown show

    You’d think with his experience, he’d be able to have logical conversations, but he just drops hot takes for clicks and listens. If I want that, I can listen to Unc

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dhuey15
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the engaging mix of sports analysis and humor, noting the hosts' camaraderie and personal anecdotes.
Many fans express excitement about the thorough coverage of Tennessee sports, making it a go-to source for enthusiasts.
Some listeners feel critical of the hosts' perspectives, expressing that they could improve by focusing more on analytical content rather than just entertainment.

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Apple Podcasts
#195
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Talking Points

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Tyler Wyatt - Upset of the Week (10.2.25)
Q: What are your insights for the upcoming games?
Tyler suggests betting on Northern Illinois against Miami, Ohio and highlights teams like Houston and Boise State for potential upsets.
Tyler Wyatt - Upset of the Week (10.2.25)
Q: What do you think about Mississippi State plus 14 and a half?
Tyler thinks Mississippi State can keep the game close and make it an uncomfortable game for A&M.
The EA Show - Hour #2 (9.30.25)
Q: What is Tennessee's recruitment strategy looking like this off week?
Ryan mentioned that they utilize this time to visit committed players, especially those far away from campus, and to identify potential recruits for future classes.
The EA Show - Hour #2 (9.30.25)
Q: What do you think are the key takeaways from the Tennessee defense's performance?
Ryan Callahan noted that injuries have impacted the defense's performance but emphasized their ability to get to the quarterback and create opportunities, like turnovers.
The EA Show - Hour #1 (10.1.25)
Q: Will West has said many times that when Tennessee runs tempo and they run it at such a high level, they're one of the more elite teams in the country. But conversely, when they slow it down, they're kind of just average, and the offense seems to stall out.
Ainge debates the effectiveness of playing tempo and its impact on team performance, suggesting it's not just about speed but also execution on early downs.

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1. Volquest.com
2. GoVols247: A Tennessee Volunteers athletics podcast
3. Locked On Vols - Daily Podcast On Tennessee Volunteers Football & Basketball
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3. Don Henderson
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