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The Take with Andy Sweeney

ESPN 680 Audio Vault
Louisville
Louisville, United States
Kentucky
College Football
ESPN Louisville
College Basketball
World Cup
Brendan Sorsby
SEC
Louisville, Kentucky
ACC
NBA Draft
College Football Playoff
Kentucky Wildcats
Basketball
NCAA
Big Ten
NIL
Kentucky, United States
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Join The Take weekdays 12-3pm on ESPN 680/105.7.

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Hour 3 the guys kick off the hour with Sound of the Week, we dive into Nick being a works husband, what happens to UofL/UK this weekend, and we play Fill in the Blank.

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Hour 2 the guys discuss possibly moving the Trinity/St X game, Mark Story joins to talk some UK football, and we discuss the NYT releasing the top 100 TV shows of the 2000’s.

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Hour 1 Andy opens the show with UofL/UK predictions and what happens this weekend, a little Bourbon & Beyond talk, another rendition of “what does Nick know”, did Creighton go hot mic again, another College Football Playoff metric has been released, ... more

Hour 3 the guys welcome in Mark Ennis to talk some Louisville football, another rendition of “what does Nick know”, Zachy C continues to shine, and what is Rivals doing?

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Recent Guests

Craig Swaback
Guest joining the show
Episode: Hour Three- Ennis - Hegseth-Norvell - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @MarkEnnis
TJ Walker
Sports broadcaster, ESPN Louisville personality
ESPN Louisville
Episode: Hour Two- I wanna shake your hand - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @TJWalkerRadio
Billy Luicci
Sports writer contributing to texags.com; guest discussing Texas A&M football
texags.com
Episode: Hour Two - The Wrestler with a Mask - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @billyliucci
Stewart Mandel
Staff writer for The Athletic, contributor to The Athletic and Audible Podcast Tour
The Athletic
Episode: Hour One- Money Narratives and Goth - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @slmandel
Clayton Brown
Courier-Journal sports columnist
Courier-Journal
Episode: Hour One- Gin & Zyn @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @clbrownhoops
Sean McDonough
ESPN/ABC broadcaster who joined the show to discuss Kentucky vs Alabama and broader college football topics.
ESPN/ABC
Episode: ESPN PBP Voice Sean McDonough joins The Take with @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN
Michael Cassagrande
Columnist at al.com
al.com
Episode: Hour One- Is This Heaven? @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @ByCasagrande
Ryan Fowler
Host of The Game on Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa
Tide 100.9, University of Alabama Football Coverage
Episode: Hour Three - Tailgates, Roll Tide, and Hockey -@TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @RyanCFowler
Craig Swabeck
Guest from Louisville Sports Network
Louisville Sports Network
Episode: Hour One- Meat @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @cswabek

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Andy Sweeney
Host of The Take with Andy Sweeney, ESPN Louisville
Nick Valvano
Co-host on The Take

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Hour One- Money Narratives and Goth - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @slmandel
Q: What did you find most surprising about the Athletic's spending data?
Indiana's rise in spending and its comparison to programs like USC and Michigan was surprising, showing that profitability and performance aren't solely tied to traditional powerhouses.
Hour Two- I wanna shake your hand - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @TJWalkerRadio
Q: How do you see Kentucky addressing offensive line issues as the season progresses?
The coaching staff will need to lean on adjustments, depth, and potentially more tempo to mitigate line struggles, while emphasizing protection schemes and run game efficiency to support the quarterback.
Hour Two- I wanna shake your hand - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @TJWalkerRadio
Q: What's your take on Kenny Minchi's performance so far this season?
Minchi has shown flashes, but consistency and decision-making need improvement, especially in road games against top competition where execution and avoiding turnovers will be critical.
Hour Two - The Wrestler with a Mask - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @billyliucci
Q: All right, let's talk some Texas A&M football, and let's do it right now. Billy Luicci joining us from texags.com. What's up, Billy? How are you, man?
Billy provides a detailed overview of A&M's run game, defense, and quarterback play, highlighting Ruben Owens and KJ Edwards, and weighing how Marcel Reed's veteran presence can drive wins in the SEC.
Hour One - - Best Case- Worst Case - @TheOnlySweeney @NickyVESPN @cswabek
Q: How do the hosts view Keenholz's potential and the team's trajectory in big games?
Swabeck and the hosts believe Keenholz could become a centerpiece for Louisville's offense if he continues showing efficiency and poise, especially in big games where the pass/run balance and offensive line health will determine success.

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The show revolves around fast-paced, opinionated sports conversation with a strong emphasis on Louisville-area college football and basketball, NIL developments, conference realignment, and media dynamics. Hosts mix data-driven takes from guests with local banter, pop culture tangents, and industry-insider anecdotes. Episodes frequently feature expert guests from national outlets and local sports media, plus recurring segments and running jokes that create a casual, sports-bar vibe. This format is likely to appeal to listeners who want timely analysis on ACC and SEC landscapes, transfer portal movement, and practical implications for Louisville, Kentucky, and regional sports audiences. A notable edge is the blend of national sports analysis... more

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