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The Gold and Blue Nation Podcast

Gold and Blue Nation
West Virginia University
Big 12 Conference
West Virginia Mountaineers
WVU Baseball
West Virginia University Baseball
Rich Rodriguez
NCAA Tournament
Baseball
Big 12
Mountain State Oral and Facial Surgery
West Virginia University Football
Neil Brown
Randy Mazey
Texas Tech
Arizona
TCU
Kansas
Big 12 Tournament
Jedd Gyorko
Zach Frazier

Interviews, insight, postgame reaction and more from Gold and Blue Nation, the region’s leader in WVU sports coverage.

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Latest Episodes

West Virginia football fell 52-31 to Arizona at home on Saturday afternoon as the Mountaineers' defense struggled for the third week in a row.

Hosts Nick Farrell and Joey Cicini react to the action on this edition of The Gold and Blue Nation Podcast... more

West Virginia footballlost its first true road game of the season, 45-42, at Iowa State's Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Hosts Joey Cicini and Cody Nespor react to the action on this edition of The Gold and Blue Nation Podcast, presented b... more

West Virginia football opened Big 12 Conference play with a 41-24 loss to Oklahoma State at home on Saturday night. Hosts Sydney Cariel and Cody Nespor react to the action on this edition of The Gold and Blue Nation Podcast, presented by Mountain Sta... more

Behind a stellar performance from quarterback Mike Hawkins, West Virginia pulled off the upset in a 38-27 win over No. 25 Virginia. Hosts Nick Farrell and Cody Nespor react to the action on this edition of The Gold and Blue Nation Podcast, presented ... more

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Recent Guests

Rich Rodriguez
Head coach, postgame press conference
West Virginia University / WVU Football
Episode: Oklahoma State Pulls Away from WVU in 2nd Half
Shelley Moore Capito
U.S. Senator from West Virginia
U.S. Senate
Episode: Senator Shelley Moore Capito on the Protect College Sports Act
Ben Lumsden
Player, WVU Baseball
West Virginia University
Episode: Country Roads, Take Me to Omaha
Armani Guzman
Player, WVU Baseball
West Virginia University
Episode: Country Roads, Take Me to Omaha
Gavin Kelly
Player, WVU Baseball
West Virginia University
Episode: Country Roads, Take Me to Omaha
Brody Kresser
Player, WVU Baseball
West Virginia University
Episode: Country Roads, Take Me to Omaha
Dawson Montessa
Player, WVU Baseball
West Virginia University
Episode: Country Roads, Take Me to Omaha
Steve Sabins
Guest providing WVU hosting perspective
West Virginia University (contextually referenced)
Episode: 2026 Morgantown Regional Preview
Cody Nespor
Golden Blue Nation digital beatwriter
Golden Blue Nation
Episode: GBN Podcast: All-Big 12 Honorees and West Virginia's Path to a Conference Championship

Hosts

Ryan Decker
Host and sports journalist focused on WVU sports and broader college athletics coverage
Cody Nespor
Co-host and Golden Blue Nation digital beatwriter, provides WVU baseball analysis
Nick Farrell
Host with WVU sports insight and coverage
Sydney Cariel
Co-host providing WVU sports perspectives and interview context

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Love this Podcast

    Great Podcast! My only complaint we dont have more! Really good job by all!

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States4 years ago

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

Strong insider context and thoughtful analysis on WVU sports.
Energetic WVU coverage with solid guest mix.
Could use more episodes—consistently high quality.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

WVU plays its game, imposes will over UVA
Q: The offense looked efficient in the second half, particularly Hawkins. What stood out about his approach in this game?
Hawkins showed exceptional decision-making and accuracy, threading tight windows and balancing his passing with effective running; his seven straight completions and ability to extend plays were a clear signal of his growth in the system.
WVU plays its game, imposes will over UVA
Q: So, Rich, starting with the defense, you knew that was a big challenge with what Virginia had. What did you think of the defensive performance?
The defense was uneven at times but never panicked; adjustments by the staff helped them clamp down in crucial moments, especially in the fourth quarter and late third, when they made key stops and allowed WVU to take momentum.
Senator Shelley Moore Capito on the Protect College Sports Act
Q: What are the key protections for women's sports and Olympic sports in the Capito Amendment?
The amendment aims to ensure continued support and opportunities for women and Olympic sports, preventing dominance by football in funding and ensuring resources are available for non-revenue sports as well.
Senator Shelley Moore Capito on the Protect College Sports Act
Q: Why is federal legislation like this seen as necessary for college sports reform?
Because the NCAA has failed to provide consistent leadership and the courts have undermined state-by-state approaches, a federal baseline could standardize eligibility, transfers, and compensation while reducing litigation and patchwork rules.
2026 Morgantown Regional Preview
Q: Your prediction for the Morgantown regional before it gets underway.
West Virginia is projected to advance from the regional, with Wake Forest likely pushing them and Kentucky providing a competitive challenge; the hosts are favored to move on to Los Angeles next week, though the outcome hinges on pitching matchups and the on-field performances during the weekend.

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What is The Gold and Blue Nation Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on West Virginia University sports, with a recurring emphasis on WVU baseball and broader college athletics coverage in the Big 12 era. Episodes frequently analyze team performance, recruiting and transfers, postseason prospects, and hosting or regional dynamics, often weaving in player spotlights, coaching perspectives, and sponsor reads. A standout feature is the depth of on-the-ground WVU context—local pride, community impact, and a national spotlight on program milestones—making it a strong match for listeners who follow WVU sports closely or want insider commentary on college athletics, recruiting, and event hosting.

A notable strength is the balance between game-by-game analysis, long-term program development, and pr... more

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2. Shelley Moore Capito
3. Ben Lumsden
4. Armani Guzman
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6. Brody Kresser
7. Dawson Montessa
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