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Thunder & Lightning

SuperTalk Mississippi Media
Mississippi State
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State Baseball
Baseball
Mississippi State Bulldogs
SEC
Ole Miss
Kamario Taylor
College Baseball
Basketball
Transfer Portal
Georgia Bulldogs
Mississippi State Athletics
LSU
UCLA
Brian O'connor
SEC Baseball
Dak Prescott
Mississippi State Football
Josh Hubbard

Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Carlo Barone, along with legendary Diamond Dawg Brooks Bryan, give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. Covering the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk.FM

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Recent Guests

Arya Gerson
Journalist covering Vanderbilt football
Nashville, Tennessee
Episode: T&L Summer School: An Embarrassment of Riches for Mississippi State's All Time Defensive Line
Devontree Brewer
Tupelo linebacker
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Episode: 7-1-26: Our First Ever Celebrity Participant in The Rumblings
Devontray Brewer
Junior linebacker, Tupelo High School; recruiting commitment to Mississippi State
Mississippi State Bulldogs (athletics)
Episode: T&L Extra: Tupelo's Devontray Brewer Discusses Why He Picked Mississippi State
Paul Jones
Friend of the show, commentator from Maroon and White Daily on Three Sports
Maroon and White Daily / Three Sports
Episode: SuperTalk Media Thunder & Lightning Live 2026-06-24
Mark Etheridge
D1 Baseball writer and bracketologist
D1 Baseball
Episode: SuperTalk Media Thunder & Lightning Live 2026-05-27
Cole Gordon
Former Diamond Dog (MSU baseball player)
Mississippi State Baseball
Episode: SuperTalk Media Thunder & Lightning Live 2026-05-27
Samantha Ricketts
Mississippi State softball coach
Mississippi State University
Episode: T&L Extra: Coach Samantha Ricketts Has Her Bulldogs Back in a Super Regional
Brooks Bryan
Former Diamond Dog, frequent guest on the show
Mississippi State Baseball / Diamond Dawgs
Episode: 5-5-26: Is Mississippi State Equipped to Make a Run to Omaha?
Brian O'Connor
Head baseball coach, Mississippi State
Mississippi State
Episode: 5-5-26: Is Mississippi State Equipped to Make a Run to Omaha?

Hosts

Brian Hadad
Host of Thunder & Lightning; frequently leads discussions and conducts interviews
Carlo Barone
Co-host providing analysis and context; often handles intro and banter
Brooks Bryan
Former Diamond Dawg; guest analyst on MSU baseball insights

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
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    Pray Robbie is okay

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    BullyBoy BullyBoy
    United Statesa month ago
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    :(

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    BullyBoy BullyBoy
    United States3 months ago
  • T&L future

    Please don’t get an ole miss guy to replace Robbie. The majority of this fan base can’t handle an Ole miss guy being critical of state. We need a homer.

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    Rosco Tebowski
    United States3 months ago
  • Guru Robbi

    Robbi is so smart…everybody listen close when Robbi tells you how to be a fan.

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    BullyBoy BullyBoy
    United States4 months ago
  • Help

    STATE needs to learn how to che@t better. STATE is getting killed in the football portal. If STATE has enough money then the people handling the money are unlikeable/idiots.

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    BullyBoy BullyBoy
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- Some criticism around handling of fan debates or controversial takes.
- Guests with MSU or SEC insider perspectives are highly valued.
- Chemistry between hosts is a strong draw for listeners.
- Fans value blunt, insightful MSU baseball analysis.

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Talking Points

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7-2-26: Can Fluff Bothwell Lead Mississippi State's Run Game to Success?
Q: How does the running back by committee approach affect Fluff Bothwell's potential production?
The committee could cap his total carries but also create opportunities for big-game volumes if he earns the lead role in certain games and the line blocks well, potentially keeping him around 700-800 yards.
7-2-26: Can Fluff Bothwell Lead Mississippi State's Run Game to Success?
Q: What impact do you expect Kamario Taylor to have this season given the new offense?
Taylor could be a catalyst, extending plays with mobility and improving the offense's efficiency if the line improves and he develops as a passer, which could push MSU into bowl contention.
T&L Extra: Tupelo's Devontray Brewer Discusses Why He Picked Mississippi State
Q: So people want to know about the recruiting process. When you're a player like yourself, who has offers from a lot of different places, you take visits, you talk to coaches, you talk to different people, what has that process been like for you?
Brewer says the process has been strange and ongoing, with early offers that eventually cooled, but Mississippi State always remained involved since his sophomore year, maintaining strong relationships with MSU coaches even as Stanford entered the picture.
T&L Extra: On3's Wilson Alexander on Kamario Taylor's Huge Weekend and His Thoughts on SEC Quarterbacks
Q: What stood out about Kamario Taylor at the camp?
The arm strength and the quick release were the standout traits, suggesting high upside if he develops consistency and decision-making throughout the season.
T&L Summer School: An Embarrassment of Riches for Mississippi State's All Time Defensive Line
Q: What other player could be a big factor for Vanderbilt this year?
Arya highlights Clinton As BK, an offensive lineman transfer from Northern Arizona with upside, plus a cadre of tight ends and receivers who could contribute as Vanderbilt tries to rebuild depth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thunder & Lightning

What is Thunder & Lightning about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show provides in-depth analysis of Mississippi State athletics, with a heavy emphasis on Bulldog baseball, including game-by-game breakdowns, pitching and bullpen discussions, scheduling, and postseason implications. Hosts frequently bring on guests from the baseball world and college sports media to add context on rosters, matchups, and bracketology, while weaving in local Starkville culture, sponsor reads, and fan interactions. The format blends blunt performance critique with practical insights on hosting, regional outcomes, and recruiting strategy, making it useful for listeners who want actionable takeaways about MSU sports and the college baseball landscape.

- A standout angle is the dual focus on on-field performance and progra... more

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2. Devontree Brewer
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