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The Loyal Sons

The Loyal Sons
Pitt Panthers
Pitt Football
Eli Holstein
Pitt Basketball
ACC
Pat Narduzzi
Cade Bell
ACC Championship
College Football
Pitt Athletics
Pittsburgh Panthers
NCAA Tournament
West Virginia
Transfer Portal
West Virginia Mountaineers
NCAA
Jalen Lowe
Notre Dame
Haddad Accelerated Delivery
Desmond Reid

A safe, sun-shiny place for your Pitt athletics fix Presented by The Loyal Sons (@TheLoyalSons)

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Latest Episodes

Making it in the NFL is hard, so be nice to people and make sure you have a college team to fall back on

Three reasons we're optimistic for the 2026 Season

Plus a whole lot of Akron content, for some reason

The Sons are back after a 217 day hiatus and there's much to catch up on. This one goes out to everyone who shoved their heads in the sand after last winter. Better days are ahead!

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Recent Guests

Chris Carter
Pittsburgh Post Gazette sports journalist
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Episode: Ep. 129 - UNC Preview and Pitt Vibe Check with Chris Carter
Stephen Thompson
The Post-Gazette's very own sports journalist.
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Episode: Ep. 121 - Depth Chart Reaction & Kent St Preview w/ Stephen Thompson
Chris Peak
Pitt athletics expert and columnist for Panther Lair.
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Episode: Ep. 120 - 2024 Season Preview w/ Chris Peak
Noah Hiles
Pittsburgh Post Gazette reporter covering Pitt Sports
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Episode: Ep 112 - The Best of Blake Hinson & Bracketology with Noah Hiles

Hosts

David
Co-host of The Loyal Sons Show with long-standing involvement across episodes, often contributing strategic game analysis and behind-the-scenes context.
Dylan
Co-host and frequent voice in post-game breakdowns and banter, often driving season-long narratives and fan sentiment.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • H2P

    Best Pitt podcast without a doubt. Hail to Pitt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jake_skinner23
    United States3 years ago
  • Great

    This podcast is like a nice warm blanket for a disgruntled Pitt fan. It’s also hilarious. I could use it to be a little shorter. H2P!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J Thomas 28
    United States3 years ago
  • Enjoyable!

    Fun talk with great listens for Pitt fans

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bsksjsjsjj
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing

    Great pod, doesn’t get better then this for Pitt football fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CCzus
    United States4 years ago
  • H2P

    Just came across this podcast. Will give it a listen can’t wait for the season!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonyinLA
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Fans appreciate the mix of game analysis with personal anecdotes and travel stories.
Listeners praise the show for its entertaining banter and deep Pitt football insights.
The warmth and camaraderie among hosts make it a reliable Pitt football source, especially during season highs and lows.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 165 - Narduzzi vs. James Franklin, Relationship Advice, the WR Room & More
Q: What will be the most important factor for Pitt's success this year?
The hosts weigh in on multiple paths to success, with heavy emphasis on a reliable quarterback performance, a breakout receiver stepping up to 1,000 yards, and an elite edge rusher to pressure opponents, all contributing to a potent offense and improved defense.
Ep. 163 - Another Bowl Embarrassment
Q: Was 11 a.m. a tough, was it tough to pull off 11 a.m.?
The hosts noted they had a tough time adjusting to the early start, akin to the team sleepwalking into the game.
Ep. 158 - Gameday Mailbag
Q: What is the appropriate amount of shit to give Pat McAfee for his 13 to 9 performance?
David indicates Pat should not be allowed to speak without being drowned out by boos.
Ep. 158 - Gameday Mailbag
Q: Which of The Loyal Sons has the best chance to make the game day field goal?
After discussion, they conclude that Squid would be the best choice.
Ep. 158 - Gameday Mailbag
Q: Which local celebrity would you want to be the guest picker on College Game Day?
They suggest Aaron Donald, among others, but also joke about various celebrities' suitability.

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A lively, fan-centered discussion about Pitt athletics and college football culture, with a strong focus on season expectations, game analysis, and coaching decisions. Episodes routinely blend sharp game breakdowns with banter, travel stories, and personal anecdotes, creating a memorable, camaraderie-driven listening experience for devoted Pitt fans. A notable pattern is evaluating quarterback play, offensive line performance, and transfer dynamics, often tying on-field results to broader ACC narratives and upcoming rivalries. The tone skews enthusiastic yet candid, making it appealing to listeners who want both analysis and entertainment from a tight-knit fan community, with occasional pivots to basketball and other campus sports as warran... more

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The Loyal Sons launched 5 years ago and published 179 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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