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Oklahoma City Thunder
Victor Wembanyama
Denver Nuggets
UFC
Boston Celtics
Los Angeles Lakers
Lebron James
NBA
Basketball
Cleveland Cavaliers
New York Knicks
Luka Doncic
San Antonio Spurs
Detroit Pistons
Lakers
Minnesota Timberwolves
NFL Draft
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
NBA Playoffs
NFL

Founded by Colin Cowherd - The Volume is your home for sports podcasts that make you think, make you laugh, and hopefully make you some money.

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Latest Episodes

Colin Cowherd is joined by Danny Parkins and John Middlekauff to give their best bets for the 2026 NFL season. They pick their best over/under win total bets for the New England Patriots, Cincinnati Bengals, Minnesota Vikings, San Francisco 49ers, Gr... more

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.

Nick Wright predicts Game 6 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs and whether or not Victor Wembanyama is getting unfair treatment from the NBA. Then, Nick breaks down how Adam Silver and... more

We’re back with Season 4, Episode 59 of Club 520, where Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen talk about how the Philadelphia 76ers have NO EYE FOR TALENT after we have watched Jared McCain and Julian Champagnie have important roles for the Oklahoma City ... more

On the Thursday, May 28 episode of 520 in the Morning, Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen discuss Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the New York Knicks playoff run as they have won 11 straight games after being down 2-1 to the Atlanta Hawks. The g... more

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Recent Guests

Francis Ngannou
Former UFC heavyweight champion and global combat sports figure
Episode: Francis Ngannou on Philipe Lins, leaving UFC, Anthony Joshua fight, losing his son
Joshua Van
World champion fighter preparing for a title fight
UFC / fighter
Episode: Joshua Van on BEATING Tatsuro Taira, Sean-Khamzat, Jon Jones' record
Joaquin Buckley
UFC welterweight fighter
UFC
Episode: Joaquin Buckley on Islam Makhachev comments, Sean Brady fight, Prates TKO
Cyhi The Prynce
Rapper featured guest, discussed career and collaborations
GOOD Music (former)
Episode: Club 520 - Cyhi The Prynce on working with Kanye West, Travis Scott, NBA Finals picks
Jonathan A. Adande
Director of Sports Journalism roles described, long-form journalist
Episode: Prime Cuts - Cowboys Crush The Draft, Did Rams Reach For Simpson? The Myth Of Michael Jordan, LIV Golf Goes Belly Up
Lou Young
Journalist/guest joining the show
Netflix/Media
Episode: Club 520 - Jade Cargill & Je'von Evans on WrestleMania 42, feat. Lou Young
Nav Green
Analyst from Broken Plays, special guest
Broken Plays
Episode: 520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague’s NBA Playoff Reaction: Wolves & Hawks TIE SERIES vs. Nuggets & Knicks, Cavs DOMINATE
Jacob Fatu
WWE wrestler, mentioned as guest on the show
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)
Episode: Jacob Fatu on CRAZY WIN vs. Drew McIntyre at WRESTLEMANIA 42, becoming WWE STAR
Shawn Michaels
HBK, legendary WWE superstar
WWE
Episode: Club 520 - Shawn Michaels on WRESTLEMANIA 42, Sexyy Red, The Undertaker, HBK's origin

Host

John Middlekauff
Host of the show, delivering the mailbag and leading the discussion

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 176 ratings
  • Straight sparks

    Tried to write a review for straight fire McIntyre. It goes for the whole Volume page. THEIR ARE TOO MANY SHOWS IN THIS FEED. I skip 1/2 of them and just subscribe to other streams if I really like the show to get it there. . Jason m has a lot of contacts in sports. He has a lot of info. However, I couldn’t get through a whole episode. It’s boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sports pops
    United States2 years ago
  • Cultivation of the best voices in sports media

    Collin and this amazing lineup of shows is an incredible mix of everything going on inside and outside of sports

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    austinnell
    United States5 years ago
  • Great start

    Volume is off to a great start but there are a LOT of shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sports pops
    United States5 years ago
  • Longtime fan of the banter.

    Funny, talented guys. No doubt wherever they do will be great. Looking forward to the pod fellas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gwwruhsabj
    United States5 years ago

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Strong banter and guest quality drive loyalty and consistent engagement.
Some episodes feel dense with content and long reads, which can be polarizing for casual listeners.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

SPURS-WOLVES GAME 5 REACTION: Wemby DOMINATES in return vs. Anthony Edwards & Rudy Gobert
Q: What is going on in the chat?
The chat covers questions on player development, team-building strategies, and NBA analysis, with the host providing thoughtful context and explanations as responses to fan inquiries.
NFL Offseason Mailbag: Andy Reid & Sean Payton LOSING their edge? Streaming taking over the NFL? Should I DATE my coworker?
Q: Thoughts on the DOJ investigating the NFL and streaming services that people may not have access to football.
The host suggests that streaming services could shift the NFL's distribution in the future, with traditional networks needing to adapt or risk losing the NFL's central revenue and reach; the discussion also touches on how live streaming might eventually redefine what is considered essential for fans to access games.
GAME 4 REACTIONS: Edwards & Wolves beat Spurs w/ Wemby ejected + Brunson & Knicks SWEEP 76ers
Q: Should Wembanyama be suspended for the ejection?
The consensus on the show is that there is virtually no chance of a suspension, with the reasoning that suspensions in the playoffs are rare and the incident did not warrant it.
GAME 3 REACTIONS: Wemby & Spurs BIG win vs Edwards & Wolves + Brunson, Knicks take 3-0 lead vs 76ers
Q: Should OKC adjust their offense to get Shayne Moore opportunities?
Yes, the analysis suggested maintaining unguarded catch-and-shoot opportunities and using quick ball movement to create early advantages off double teams, while ensuring Shay's off-ball and transition opportunities remain frequent rather than relying solely on isolation touches.
Joshua Van on BEATING Tatsuro Taira, Sean-Khamzat, Jon Jones' record
Q: What does Saturday night look like for you and how do you expect to perform?
He anticipates bringing his best performance, believes the world will see he is the best in the division, and expects his opponent to bring a tough challenge, especially on fight night.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Volume

What is The Volume about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy sports talk show that blends in-depth analysis with open-banter and crowd-driven questions across NBA, NFL, and broader sports business. Episodes frequently dissect playoff dynamics, rosters, and tactical Xs–Os while riffing on culture, contracts, and streaming/sponsorships, often featuring former players, coaches, and analysis-heavy guests. The format is fast-paced, opinion-forward, and audience-interactive, with occasional long-form interviews and a steady stream of sponsor integrations, live reads, and NBA/football hot takes that appeal to fans who want both insight and entertainment.

Noteworthy angles include Wembanyama-era discussions, cross-sport comparisons, and business-side chatter about media rights and roster-build... more

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1. The Colin Cowherd Podcast
2. What's Wright? with Nick Wright
3. The Herd with Colin Cowherd
4. 3 and Out with John Middlekauff
5. Sharp or Square

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Recent guests on The Volume include:

1. Francis Ngannou
2. Joshua Van
3. Joaquin Buckley
4. Cyhi The Prynce
5. Jonathan A. Adande
6. Lou Young
7. Nav Green
8. Jacob Fatu

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