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The Take with Andy Sweeney

ESPN 680 Audio Vault
College Football
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Kentucky
Louisville Cardinals
Bill Belichick
SEC
ACC
Alabama
Indiana
Taylor Swift
Jeff Brohm
Jim Irsay
College Football Playoff
Mark Stoops
Brett Mcmurphy
NCAA
Louisville Football
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Fantasy Football
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Hour 3 Andy breaks down the Big 10’s 24 team college football playoff model, Nick has a list, Bruce Pearl provides amazing sound, we have a Sound of the Day, and we end the show with more Nicky Da Boot Valentine’s Day tips.

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Hour 1 Andy opens the show overly amused at the small town judge in the Trinidad Chambliss case, did Cards fans want him to play, we play our first Nicky Da Boot Valentine’s Day tip, how do you spell “Gumar”, Andy tells a story, and the great Kevin W... more

Hour 2 starts with Nick telling a story from a tinder date, the text line reacts, Andy has thoughts on Baylor’s resume and the game on Saturday, another Nicky Da Boot Valentine’s Day tip, the guys remember Calipari vs Cheney, which coaches would reen... more

ESPN's Father of Bracketology, Joe Lunardi, joins The Take to talk where the locals may ultimately show up on Selection Sunday , his top picks, and more!

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Hour 3 the guys welcome Mark Story from the Lexington Herald-Leader to the show, Pope talked JQ, Andy rants about JQ and UK basketball, do the Cards need another Mikel Brown, the text line has a question for the fellas, and a trivia question to end t... more

Hour 2 opens with the guys breaking down if Deener called John Boel “babe”, we make some college basketball predictions, and ESPN’s Joe Lunardi joins the show to talk some brackets.

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Hour 1 Andy opens the show breaking down where the Cards/Cats are compared to teams last year, is Louisville losing their OL coach a big deal, the guys hear from PK and decide Mikel should’ve been let to break the record, PK agrees with Blank, and we... more

Hour 3 is all over the place with Dakich/Seth Greenberg sound, we get some advanced sound of Pitino and Beshear, and do we need to play sound from Aaron Torres?

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David Cunningham
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Michael Borkey
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Episode: What Does @WLKYJayCardosi Say On The Take with @TheOnlySweeney and @NickyVESPN - 1-22-2026
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Eric Henry
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Hosts

Andy Sweeney
Host with a focus on lively sports commentary and analysis.
Nick Valvano
Co-host with insights on sports dynamics and local team performances.

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Wes Durham joins The Take with @TheOnlySweeney - 2-5-26
Q: Have you done much work on Wake Forest?
Wes mentions several key players to watch and discusses the competitiveness of their roster this season.
Wes Durham joins The Take with @TheOnlySweeney - 2-5-26
Q: What has been your impression of the cards?
Wes emphasizes the importance of Mike Brown's recovery and the potential impact of Kanai Ruths, highlighting their recent performances and roster challenges.
Wes Durham joins The Take with @TheOnlySweeney - 2-5-26
Q: Do you have a Super Bowl prediction for us?
Wes believes both teams are impressive, particularly the Seattle Seahawks under Mike McDonald and sees the game being competitive rather than a dominant performance by either team.
Hour One- The Great Divider - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @chuckbarrett @HogRadioVoice
Q: What is Darius Acuff's impact on the team?
He shows composure under pressure, not phased by chaotic moments, which is impressive for a player his age.
Hour One- The Great Divider - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @chuckbarrett @HogRadioVoice
Q: What is the state of Kentucky basketball right now?
The Razorback fans feel they have a good team while Kentucky struggles to find consistency, particularly defensively.

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Episodes provide a comprehensive analysis of college football and basketball, with a strong focus on the University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky. The discussions often revolve around rivalries, particularly in the context of the Governor's Cup, injuries, coaching strategies, and team performance. The atmosphere is infused with humor and light-hearted banter among hosts, while also offering insightful commentary from guests, reflecting current trends and dynamics in college sports. This blend of analysis, entertainment, and personal anecdotes makes it appealing to avid sports fans seeking both depth and entertainment in their sports commentary.

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