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Gophers 101 — a Minnesota Gophers Podcast

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Gophers 101 hosts Ross Brendel, Manny Hill and Thor Nystrom are long-suffering, dedicated followers of Minnesota Gophers football, basketball, hockey and more! Each week, they dive into the latest Minnesota Gophers news, topics, and discussions from around Dinkytown, the Big Ten and college athletics. Gophers 101 is your go-to place for fun and informative Minnesota Gophers discussion and Minnesot... more

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The Minnesota Gophers completed their first regular season under Niko Medved last night with a nail-biting win over Northwestern to finish 8-12 and in 11th place in the conference. Ross Brendel and Manny Hill attempt to give Niko Medved and the Gophe... more

The Minnesota Gophers men’s basketball team continues to build momentum and success in year one of Niko Medved after Saturday’s big win at The Barn over UCLA. The Minnesota Gophers are in the mix for The Crown tournament and maybe even the NIT should... more

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What a day for USA Men’s Hockey including former Minnesota Gophers Brock Faber and Jackson LaCombe who are now proud owners of Olympic gold medals after USA defeated Canada in the gold medal game. How about Gophers women’s hoops? They may end up host... more

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The Big Ten has circulated an internal document that supports a 24-team college football playoff format. When is enough enough when it comes to the number of teams in the CFP? What would expansion mean for the Minnesota Golden Gophers and the Big Ten... more

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Daniel House
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Darren Doogie Wolfson
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Judd Zulgad
Sports commentator and writer for SKOR North
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Episode: Judd Zulgad from SKOR North and Purple Daily on Minnesota Vikings offseason

Hosts

Ross Brendel
Host of Gophers 101, a dedicated follower of Minnesota Gophers football and more.
Manny Hill
Co-host of Gophers 101 and a dedicated sports commentator.
Thor Nystrom
Co-host of Gophers 101, engaging enthusiast in sports analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • OMG! Real Gophers content? YES, PLEASE!

    Thank you for this legit podcast! The more (and good) Gophers content the better! GREAT listen, even when I disgaree.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TareBlu92
    United States6 months ago
  • A Must for postgame

    This is where you go when you want instant feedback of how the team and coaches performed on game day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    p02w
    United States6 years ago
  • Must listen

    Absolutely life giving to a Minnesotan living in the South. I eat up every second of the content as well as callers who feel the pain of Vikings fandom like I do. Even the coffee club content is fun and interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brizad377
    United States6 years ago
  • Great show

    In depth, not at all rah-rah. A solid discussion of everything Vikings.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jclong55113
    United States6 years ago
  • One of my favorite radio station

    Keep up good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Longlash363
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners praise the fun and informative discussions that the hosts provide, highlighting the show's dedication to Minnesota Gophers sports content.
Positive feedback often mentions the depth of analysis and the engaging personalities of the hosts, helping fans connect with the Gophers on a deeper level.
Some find that the informal approach resonates well, creating a bar-like atmosphere where listeners feel like part of the conversation.
However, there are mixed opinions on individual broadcasting styles, with a small faction expressing dissatisfaction with certain hosts' perspectives.

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Minnesota Gophers and Niko Medved are building something special
Q: Do you think this team competes for an NCAA Tournament spot next year?
Yes, it will be important to retain key players and to recruit strong newcomers through the transfer portal.
Year one comparisons for Minnesota Gophers Niko Medved and Ben Johnson
Q: Do you feel like this season from Niko Medved in year one is behind year one of Ben Johnson, on par with year one of Ben Johnson, or better than year one of Ben Johnson?
Manny believes that the current team seems ahead of where the Ben Johnson year one team was, despite some recency bias.
Where do Minnesota Gophers and P.J. Fleck go from here?
Q: What would you say to the people who criticize PJ Fleck for being a .500 coach in the Big Ten?
Thor argued that PJ Fleck is the best Gopher coach in 75 years and has overachieved given the resources available.
Where do Minnesota Gophers and P.J. Fleck go from here?
Q: What can the coaching staff do to get more out of their team in all games at the start, but specifically in the road?
Thor suggested slight modifications of the game plan might help, but emphasized that the real work needs to be done off the field in the offseason through recruiting.
Minnesota Vikings J.J. McCarthy needs to EARN starting nod!
Q: What do you make of how well the Gophers are perceived to have done in the transfer portal windows?
I think they added some versatility, especially with the bigs, being able to play a couple different roles.

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Listeners can expect engaging discussions that center around the Minnesota Gophers, covering a variety of sports including football, basketball, and hockey. The content encapsulates thorough analyses of team performances, coaching decisions, and player dynamics, particularly in the context of the highly competitive Big Ten environment. Topics such as athlete transfers, roster development, and game strategies dominate the conversations, making it a go-to source for fans seeking both entertainment and in-depth knowledge about their beloved teams. The hosts' dedication and passion for the Gophers shine through, fostering a community of like-minded supporters eager to stay informed about all things Gophers.

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