
Inside the Mind of a Football Official An inside look at the world of Football Officials. Interviews and content related to officiating the greatest team sport around. Mike D the Referee will bring you information ranging from Penalties, current game content, to how you can become an official yourself. From youth, high school, college to the NFL, Mike D will help give you the insight of what goes ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 117 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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In this episode of Whistle Talk, referee Mike D teams up with Coach Chip to clarify critical aspects of football game management—specifically periods, timekeeping, and substitutions. Whether you're an official, coach, or football enthusiast, gaining ... more
In this episode of Whistle Talk, Mike D. The Referee and Coach Chip Seagle dive into the intricacies of football officiating, focusing on Rule 2. They discuss various aspects such as encroachment, shifts, motions, and blocking techniques. The convers... more
In this episode, Mike D the Referee and Daniel break down Rule 2 of the 2026 NFHS Football Rule Book, the section that defines the language of the game. They explain why Rule 2 matters so much for officials, coaches, and players, and how a strong und... more
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Mike D brings the world of officiating to us all. His interviews with the latest groups & training opportunities have been so helpful!
I am a second year official at the high school level and this podcast has helped me a lot in my development!
I had been thinking about stepping into officiating when I found this podcast. Just hearing the insight from Mike and his guests really made me see this was a fun way to stay involved with the game. Mike D can credit himself with recruiting another official to the club!
I enjoy watching football but never thought about anything but the actual game. Great insight into how refs look at the plays and how they prep for games! Will be a regular listener!
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A practical, down-to-earth deep-dive into football officiating, featuring frequent breakdowns of real-game calls, mechanics, and rule interpretations. The show consistently emphasizes collaboration between officials and coaches, discusses officiating at youth, high school, college, and NFL levels, and often weaves in guest perspectives from seasoned referees, coaches, and sports administrators. Unique angles include post-season evaluations, clinic-based education, and discussions about abuse of officials and how to foster respect for the role. Potential listeners include aspiring officials, current referees seeking upgrades, and teams looking to understand officiating better. The format blends tactical call analysis with personal stories an... more
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