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Thunder & Lightning

SuperTalk Mississippi Media
Mississippi State
Mississippi State Baseball
SEC
Football
Ole Miss
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Alabama
South Carolina Gamecocks
Texas Longhorns
Offensive Line
Baseball
Ole Miss Baseball
Auburn
Chris Jans
SEC Baseball
Super Bulldog Weekend
Banana and Mayonnaise Sandwich
Wrestlemania
Spencer Rattler
Shane Beamer

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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Mississippi State may be struggling a bit on the baseball field, but The Rumblings are always on the winning side of the ledger. Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone are together for their first ever official mailbag podcast. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Missis... more

Mississippi State squandered two straight home series, now the Bulldogs hit the road looking to bounce back in SEC play. Could getting away from Dudy Noble Field fix what's ailing the Diamond Dawgs? Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone catch up with Brooks B... more

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Mississippi State baseball seems to have hit a wall, following up six straight SEC wins with six straight defeats. Brian Hadad talks with head coach Brian O'Connor following another tough weekend for the Diamond Dawgs. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Missi... more

Mississippi State sports has not been a fun subject for Bulldog fans or for Brian Hadad for quite some time now. After another disappointing weekend, Hadad decides to talk to you, the fan, about what everyone who supports the Bulldogs has gone throug... more

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Recent Guests

Brooks Bryan
Legendary Diamond Dawg
Mississippi State Baseball (Diamond Dawgs)
Episode: 4-15-26: The Rumblings Never Have a Losing Streak
Zac Selmon
Director of Athletics, Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University
Episode: T&L Extra: Zac Selmon and Charlie Winfield Explain What State 1878 Does for Mississippi State
Charlie Winfield
Managing Director, State 1878
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Episode: T&L Extra: Zac Selmon and Charlie Winfield Explain What State 1878 Does for Mississippi State
Cokie Riley
Staff writer for The Advocate and nola.com
The Advocate / nola.com
Episode: 4-9-26: Mississippi State Survives Another Round of Midweek Madness
Koki Riley
Staff writer for The Advocate, Baton Rouge
The Advocate
Episode: T&L Spring Football Series: The Advocate's Koki Riley Previews LSU
Jon Hale
Sports journalist for Lexington Herald-Leader
Lexington Herald-Leader
Episode: T&L Spring Football Series: Jon Hale of the Lexington Herald-Leader Previews Kentucky
Ben Wolk
Dawgs247 analyst, Georgia football beat writer
Dawgs247
Episode: T&L Spring Football Series: Dawgs247's Ben Wolk Previews Georgia
Benjamin Wolk
Football analyst from Dawgs 24-7
Dawgs 24-7
Episode: 4-2-26: Mississippi State's Pitching Should Provide the Advantage Against Georgia
Olivia Sayer
Dawgs247 baseball reporter covering Georgia Bulldogs
Dawgs247
Episode: T&L Extra: Previewing MSU-Georgia With Dawgs247's Olivia Sayer

Hosts

Brian Hadad
Co-host known for providing insightful coverage of Mississippi State athletics, focusing on baseball and basketball analysis as well as general sports commentary.
Robbie Faulk
Co-host and sports journalist focusing on Mississippi State athletics with engaging commentary and community-centered discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Guru Robbi

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BullyBoy BullyBoy
    United States2 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BullyBoy BullyBoy
    United States3 months ago
  • my boo

    y’all better have tanner Allen on that is my boo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    girl cheer
    United States3 months ago
  • Robbi’s WRONG

    No other SEC UNIVERSITIES want Zac Selmon. Wrong again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BullyBoy BullyBoy
    United States4 months ago
  • Georgia Dawg / Retired

    Really appreciate the effort you both put into the daily podcast. Great job! Hope to one day say thanks personally.

    Hail State! Keep up the good work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ncpipe
    United States5 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaging hosts that provide solid insights and humor related to Mississippi State sports.
Criticism appears occasionally for the podcast's balancing of topics, with some wishing for a more focused discussion on specific issues.
The content is entertaining and informative, especially for Mississippi State fans regardless of their level of sports knowledge.
Listeners appreciate the chemistry between the hosts and their honest takes on team performances.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

4-15-26: The Rumblings Never Have a Losing Streak
Q: What is your approach to handling listener questions about team strategy and depth?
They acknowledge the questions, discuss depth charts and potential, and emphasize that many things can change before the season starts, so they treat early scrimmages as preliminary.
4-15-26: The Rumblings Never Have a Losing Streak
Q: What sparked your interest in pursuing sports media as a career?
The guest explains discovering a stronger-than-average fandom for sports, a push from parents to pursue what they love, and an accidental turn into television that eventually led to their role.
T&L Extra: Coach Brian O'Connor Joins SportsTalk Mississippi After Another Frustrating Weekend
Q: What are you telling your players when you see them struggling at the plate?
Response highlights individualized adjustments, analyzing what opponents are showing, maintaining a positive approach, and emphasizing quick, tangible adjustments tailored to each player.
T&L Extra: Coach Brian O'Connor Joins SportsTalk Mississippi After Another Frustrating Weekend
Q: After the game, two Sundays ago against Georgia, you were asked, you know, are you worried about where your team is?
The coach reframes the concern, saying they are not focused on worry but on making necessary adjustments and controlling what they can to improve performance.
T&L Extra: Zac Selmon and Charlie Winfield Explain What State 1878 Does for Mississippi State
Q: How does State 1878 differ from past programs like HailState Plus, and why is this needed now?
State 1878 is motivated by a different commitment and leadership within the athletic department, aims to completely support MSU programs, and emphasizes an independently run model with strong leadership, aiming for deeper access and sustainable growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thunder & Lightning

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

Focused primarily on the intricate details of Mississippi State athletics, the content is rich with analyses, expert insights, and engaging discussions about various sports and the athletes involved. Notable recurring themes include evaluations of team performances, player strategies, and upcoming competitions, especially within college sports—particularly baseball and basketball. Uniquely, it pairs a casual tone with sharp commentary, making it accessible not just for die-hard fans but also for casual observers interested in the sports scene and community culture surrounding Mississippi State University.

Listeners can expect to enjoy a blend of serious discussions about athletic competitions, humorous anecdotes from the hosts, and deep di... more

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