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Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

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The personal podcast of radio personality and writer Aaron Torres, where he breaks down the biggest topics of the day in sports, with a heavy emphasis on college basketball and college football. He is also joined by some of the biggest names in sports and sports media as guests. There's a reason this is "The Podcast That is Sweeping America," after all.

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The personal podcast of radio personality and writer Aaron Torres, where he breaks down the biggest topics of the day in sports, with a heavy emphasis on college basketball and college football. He is also joined by some of the biggest names in sports and sports media as guests. There's a reason this is "The Podcast That is Sweeping America," after all.

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English


Episodes

Ohio State-Notre Dame thriller, Ryan Day vs. Lou Holtz, Colorado loses, Dan Lanning comments + Taylor Swift at the Chiefs game - and Torres has advice for Travis Kelce

9/25/2023
We have a loaded Monday show, as Torres talks the Ohio State-Notre Dame thriller and Ryan Day calling out Lou Holtz in that wild rant. Plus, what Colorado's loss mean and Dan Lanning's comments on Coach Prime, and thoughts on Clemson-FSU and Ole Miss-Bama. Finally, Torres shouts out Tua's big day in the NFL and a Taylor Swift sighting at Arrowhead! Here's the full rundown: Ohio State-Notre Dame thriller and Ryan Day calls out Lou Holtz (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the Ohio State-Notre Dame thriller and Ryan Day calling out... Lou Holtz?! Who actually looks bad in the Day/Holtz bruhaha and what the result means for Ohio State and Notre Dame. Colorado loses and Dan Lanning goes in on Coach Prime (23:00): From there, Torres talks about Colorado taking its first loss - and what the Buffaloes can learn. Also, Dan Lanning called out Deion Sanders before the game and at halftime - but he did it for a different reason than you think! The rest of the weekend in football (44:00): Finally, Torres wraps by talking the rest of the weekend in football, including Clemson's crushing loss, Bama rolling and other news and notes from college football. Plus, you know he has thoughts on Tua and the Dolphins' historic day, plus... Taylor Swift was at Arrowhead on Sunday - and Torres has one big piece of advice for Travis Kelce! You can follow Aaron on: Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Instagram - @AaronTorresPod TikTok - @AaronTorresPod YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:12:32

Which college football team has the most at stake in Week 4, college hoops recruiting news and notes + Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong

9/22/2023
Torres opens the show by asking - which college football team has the most at stake in Week 4? Clemson? Alabama? Or someone else? Then he actually talks some college hoops recruiting, as Cooper Flagg is set to visit UConn, plus thoughts on Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky and others. Finally he plays "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" with his best and worst takes of the week: Who has the most at stake in Week 4?: After doing a deep dive on all the big college football games on Thursday - Aaron now asks: Who has the most at stake on this mega weekend? Is it Clemson? Alabama or someone else? College hoops recruiting news and notes: From there, he talks college hoops recruiting news and notes. The No. 1 ranked player in America Cooper Flagg is visiting UConn this weekend - do the Huskies have a shot? Plus thoughts on Bama, Arkansas and St. John's. Also, an update on Kentucky's efforts to get a star foreign recruit into school and UK recruiting as well. Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps by playing America's favorite game "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week If you missed his FULL PREVIEW of Week 4 of the college football season click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:48:05

Week 4 MEGA PREVIEW: Thoughts on Ohio State-Notre Dame, Florida State-Clemson, Colorado-Oregon AND MORE!

9/21/2023
Torres switches gears, providing a full preview of the mega Week 4 in college football. He discuses Ohio State-Notre Dame, Florida State-Clemson, Colorado-Oregon, Ole Miss-Bama, Auburn-A&M and much, MUCH MORE. Here is the full rundown: Ohio State-Notre Dame (2:30) Florida State-Clemson (12:00) Colorado-Oregon (21:30) Ole Miss-Alabama (32:00) Auburn-Texas A&M (39:00) Arkansas-LSU, Vanderbilt-Kentucky, Oregon State-Washington State, UCLA-Utah and MUCH, MUCH more (44:00) Make sure to subscribe to the College Football Betting Podcast Make sure to subscribe to the College Football Betting YouTube channel for all your game previews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:28

The Deion Sanders effect is real, what's REALLY going on in Alabama's locker room, Mel Tucker fights to get his money + who will be Michigan State's next head coach?

9/20/2023
On a loaded Wednesday show, Aaron explains why - love him or hate him - the Deion Sanders effect is real. Then he asks what's *really* going on in the Alabama locker room, after another QB change? Finally, Mel Tucker is fighting back after he was fired - can he get his money? Also, who are the candidates to be the next Michigan State head coach? The Deion Sanders effect is real (2:00): Torres opens the show by explaining why - whether you love him or hate him, the Deion Sanders effect is real. We have two examples this week on just how crazy Coach Prime's impact really is? What's REALLY going on in Alabama's locker room (15:00)? From there Torres talks Alabama. The Crimson Tide are again changing quarterbacks - but something seems off. What's REALLY going on in that locker room? Mel Tucker fights back, but can he get his money + who will the next head coach at Michigan State be (29:00)? Finally, Torres wraps by talking Michigan State. Mel Tucker has been fired, but is fighting to get his money. Will he get it? Plus, who are the candidates to be the next head coach at Michigan State (42:00)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:57:53

Alabama is broken - what if they aren't fixable? Colorado wild rally, Florida signature win + the rest of the Week 3 college football slate

9/18/2023
On this Monday, Torres talks a LOADED Week 3 - Alabama is broken, but what if they aren't fixable? Plus, Colorado rallies for a huge win, and Florida picks up its signature victory. From there, Torres talks the rest of a wild Week 3 in college football: Alabama is broken - what if they aren't fixable (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing another disappointing effort from Alabama. The Tide struggled against South Florida, the worst team left on its schedule. And Aaron asks - what if Alabama isn't fixable? Colorado rallies (18:00): From there, Torres talks about the late night thriller in Boulder. Colorado rallied to win, and Aaron discusses the one thing no one's talking about Florida gets its signature win + the rest of the Week 3 slate (30:00): From there, Torres wraps with the rest of the Week 3 slate. Florida gets its signature win - what is the ceiling for these Gators? Plus, how worried should Tennessee fans be? Finally, Torres talks big wins for LSU and Ohio State, Florida State surviving and should Georgia be worried after struggling with South Carolina. Plus, Missouri's last second heroics and an early look at a loaded Week 4 slate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:50:14

Deion vs. Jay Norvell, Sabans interesting Bama comments, Week 3 preview + Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong

9/15/2023
On today's show, Torres discusses the wild Deion vs. Jay Norvell battle, and Nick Saban's VERY interesting comments about the state of Alabama football. Plus, he gives a full Week 3 preview before playing "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week. Deion vs. Jay Norvell (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the back-and-forth between Deion Sanders and Colorado State coach Jay Norvell. Who's right, who's wrong and how ugly could it get on Saturday in the Rocky Mountain Showdown? Saban's interesting Bama comments (14:00): From there, Aaron reacts to some very interesting comments Nick Saban made about the state of his Alabama program. No, he's not retiring, but he did share one interesting note, that makes Torres think that the Crimson Tide may just be able to turn things around... soon. Week 3 preview + Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps by previewing the biggest games of Week 3, including Tennessee-Florida, South Carolina-Georgia and others (24:00), before playing "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong" sharing his best and worst takes of the week (42:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:54:23

Mel Tucker fights back, UNC vs. the NCAA + college football ratings through the roof

9/13/2023
On today's show Aaron opens with an update on Mel Tucker - the Michigan State coach is fighting back, but did we actually learn anything this week? Then he discusses UNC going to war with the NCAA and how Colorado is already outrating the biggest brands in college football. Finally, Torres gives a quick shout out to Jets fans, after the brutal news they received on Monday night. Mel Tucker fights back (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Mel Tucker fighting back publicly against Michigan State. Did we actually learn anything from his lawyers statement? Will he coach again? Or is this simply a ploy for something completely different? UNC vs. the NCAA + College football TV ratings boom (21:00): Finally, Aaron hits on a few different stories to wrap the show. He talks about UNC battling the NCAA again, this time over the eligibility of star transfer Tez Walker. Who's right and who's wrong? Plus, how Colorado has turned into a ratings boom for TV networks and finally, Torres shares a moment of silence for Jets fans after the brutal news they received Monday night. Subscribe to the Aaron Torres Pod on YOUTUBE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:45:32

BONUS EPISODE: Tim Tebow joins the show!!!!

9/12/2023
On this bonus episode, Aaron is joined by legend Tim Tebow! The guys discuss the "Swamp Kings" documentary, discuss the Alabama-Texas game and what it means for both teams - plus, a look ahead to Tennessee-Florida this weekend. Plus, Tim shares his work with All-State and how fans can get involved! SUBSCRIBE TO THE AARON TORRES POD ON YOUTUBE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:22:31

Texas stuns Bama - what's next for both teams, A&M falters again, Colorado rolls + Mel Tucker in BIG TROUBLE!!!

9/11/2023
On today's show, Torres has your full Week 2 reaction - what does Texas' win over Alabama mean for the Longhorns, and the one change Alabama must make to save their season. Texas A&M loses again - what would it actually take for A&M to fire Jimbo Fisher? Colorado wins again, and Mel Tucker finds himself in DEEP TROUBLE. Here's a full rundown: Texas stuns Alabama in Tuscaloosa (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Texas' stunning win over Alabama. He explains why he was dead wrong on Texas, and explains the single most impressive thing about their victory. Also, is Texas in the driver's seat to make the playoff? Also, what ails Alabama - and why Nick Saban has one VERY tough decision to make to save this season (15:30). Texas A&M stumbles again (25:30): Next up, Torres talks Texas A&M-Miami, sharing his thoughts on another disappointing Aggie loss and what would it actually take for Jimbo Fisher to be fired this year? Also, the one big thing he learned about Miami. Colorado wins again (40:00): From there, Torres talks about another impressive Colorado win, as they roll past Nebraska - and the one big thing he learned about Deion Sanders squad. Finally, he talks about the shocking Mel Tucker story, why Tucker will never coach again at Michigan State, and what's next for the Spartans football program (50:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:09:23

Week 2 preview - Texas-Bama, A&M-Miami, Nebraska-Colorado and more, Caleb Williams dad's comments + Aaron Right/Aaron Wrong

9/7/2023
On today's show, Torres previews a loaded Week 2 slate, talking Texas-Bama, Texas A&M-Miami, Nebraska-Colorado and more. From there, he talks the fascinating comments from Caleb Williams' dad- and why they might not be as crazy as you think. Finally, he wraps with America's favorite podcast segment "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong." Week 2 preview (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing a LOADED Week 2 slate, sharing his thoughts and picks on Texas-Bama, Texas A&M-Miami and Nebraska-Colorado. Plus, his full Week 2 betting picks. Caleb Williams' dad's comments (): From there, Aaron switches gears, talking about some interesting from Caleb Williams dad? Would Williams really return for college for another season if he doesn't like the NFL Draft order - Torres thinks it's not as crazy as it seems. Right/Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps the show by playing America's favorite podcast game, "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" talking about his best and worst takes of Week 1 and much, much more. To read all of Aaron's Week 2 picks, click here To listen to the Aaron Torres Podcast on YouTube, click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:54:15

Clemson stunned by Duke - are they done as a CFB power, what is Colorado's ceiling in Year 1 under Deion + Kentucky basketball recruit admissions controversy!

9/6/2023
On today's show, Aaron discusses Clemson's stunning loss to Duke - are they done as a college football power? Plus, what is Colorado's ceiling in Year 1 under Deion Sanders? And an admissions controversy surrounding a star Kentucky basketball recruit - who's right and who's wrong? Clemson's stunning loss to Duke - are they done as a college football power (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing Clemson's embarrassing loss to Duke on Monday night. Are they done as a college football power? What is Colorado's ceiling in Year 1 under Deion Sanders (17:00): From there, Aaron asks the question - what is Colorado's ceiling in Year 1 under Deion Sanders? How good can this team be? An admissions controversy with Kentucky basketball (29:00): Finally, Kentucky basketball has an admissions controversy involving a star basketball recruit. Who's right and who's wrong?! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE Follow Aaron on Twitter - @Aaron_Torres Follow Aaron on Instagram - @AaronTorresPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:44:33

WEEK 1 REACTION! Deion steals the spotlight, how good is FSU? How bad is LSU? Plus the rest of the reaction to a wild Week 1

9/5/2023
On today's show Aaron reacts to a wild Week 1 in college football! He goes in depth on Colorado's win against TCU, then asks, is Florida State that good, or is LSU that bad? Finally, he wraps with other thoughts from across college football, including impressive performances by UNC, Penn State and Texas A&M. Colorado stuns TCU (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Colorado's wild victory in Week 1 over TCU. He discusses what went right, Travis Hunter's performance and why you shouldn't be surprised by this result. Also, what this means for Deion the coach and Colorado as a program? Florida State dominates LSU (18:00): From there, he shares his thoughts on the marquee, Top 10 matchup in Tallahassee. Did Florida State re-establish themselves as a college football power with the big win over LSU? Also, Torres shares his thoughts on the one big thing that could LSU back this season. Reaction from the rest of Week 1 in college football (32:00): Finally, Torres wraps with reaction to the rest of Week 1. He starts by asking, what if we were wrong about Texas A&M, before switching to other teams that impressed him. Why UNC may have been the winner of the weekend, Penn State's impressive start and Jalen Milroe's impressive debut for Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:55:25

BONUS EPISODE: Stanford, Cal and SMU TO THE ACC! Why now and what does it mean?!

9/1/2023
On this quick, bonus episode - Aaron talks about the shocking news that Stanford, Cal and SMU are headed to the ACC. Why did it happen now? What does it mean? And why this is another sad chapter for college sports. SUBSCRIBE TO THE AARON TORRES POD YOUTUBE PAGE VISIT THE AARON TORRES MERCHANDISE STORE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:21:52

Reaction to Florida-Utah, Nebraska-Minnesota and NC State-UConn + previewing the entire weekend slate - LSU-Florida State, Colorado-TCU and MORE!

9/1/2023
On today's show Aaron reacts to the opening Thursday in college football, with thoughts on Florida-Utah, Nebraska-Minnesota and UConn-NC State. Then he previews the weekend slate discussing LSU-Florida State, Colorado-TCU, Clemson-Duke and more! Here's a full rundown: Thursday night reaction (2:00): Torres takes a deep dive into the Thursday night college football slate, discussing how much heat Billy Napier should feel after an embarrassing loss to Utah and another crushing Nebraska loss as well. Plus, UConn's disappointing opening night against NC State, and what it means for the program. Also, Torres goes on an epic rant on Spectrum, which dropped ESPN right before Thursday's games. Previewing the weekend college football slate (23:00): From there, Aaron previews the weekend college football slate, sharing his thoughts on LSU-Florida State, Colorado-TCU, Clemson-Duke and much, MUCH more To read Aaron's full Week 1 preview - CLICK HERE Follow Aaron on YouTube - HERE Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:54:49

Final camp news and notes, hot seats entering the season + Thursday night college football preview

8/30/2023
On today's show Aaron opens by talking camp notes, including Ohio State selecting a quarterback and Nick Saban making a bold statement. From there, he discusses the hottest hot seats entering the year, and finally previews all the big games on Thursday's Week 1 slate. Here's a full rundown: Camp news and notes (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing a final set of camp news and notes, including Ohio State naming its quarterback and some interesting quotes from Nick Saban. Plus, a former five-star throws it all away. Hot seats (18:00): From there, Aaron talks the hottest hot seats in college football. He opens with the hottest seat in the sport, then discusses what Jimbo Fisher needs to do to save his job. And what about Steve Sarkisian at Texas? Week 1 Thursday night preview (38:00): Finally, Torres wraps the show with a full Thursday night preview, discussing whether Florida can pull the upset at Utah, what to expect from Nebraska in Matt Rhule's debut and if UConn can pull the upset at home over NC State. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:06:39

Torres makes his College Football Playoff picks, Week 0 reaction to Notre Dame + USC + RIP Bob Barker

8/28/2023
On today, show Torres makes his preseason College Football Playoff picks, reacts to Week 0 performances from Notre Dame and USC and talks about a dumb decision at Arizona State. Plus, he says goodbye to the legend, Bob Barker. Torres makes his College Football Playoff and title picks (2:00): Torres opens the show by making his College Football Playoff and national title picks. Which four teams are in? Also, the three or four big-name schools he left out. Week 0 reaction + ASU mess (25:00): From there, Torres reacts to Week 0, explaining why he was so impressed with Notre Dame, but also concerned with USC. Plus, Torres goes off on Arizona State's decision to put in a bowl ban days before the season. RIP Bob Barker (51:00: Finally, Aaron would be remiss if he didn't mention the passing of Bob Barker, discussing his legacy and famous sports cameo in "Happy Gilmore." Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:58:57

CFB Camp News and Notes, Week 0 thoughts, Cooper Flagg recruiting update, Gonzaga-Kentucky is official + Right/Wrong

8/25/2023
We have a LOADED Friday Aaron Torres Pod, as Aaron discusses some college football camp intel including some concerning comments from Nick Saban about his quarterback spot, plus a preview of Week 0. Then it's hoops where we have a recruiting update on the No. 1 player in America Cooper Flagg, and we got some interesting news on next year's Gonzaga-Kentucky game. Finally, we wrap with Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong. CFB Camp Notes + Week 0 preview: Torres opens the show with an action-packed college football segment. He talks some camp notes, including some concerning words from Nick Saban on Alabama's QB race (2:00) + the ridiculous Maason Smith suspension at LSU (14:00). Then, he shares some Week 0 thoughts - including, with USC kicking off this weekend, how likely is it that Caleb Williams can win a second straight Heisman Trophy (18:00)? Cooper Flagg recruiting update + interesting twist on Kentucky-Gonzaga: Next Torres talks a little college hoops, as we got an update on the recruitment of the No. 1 player in America, Cooper Flagg (24:00). Also, he explains why Gonzaga-Kentucky being played in February is good for both schools, and college basketball as a whole (36:00) Right/Wrong: Finally, Torres wraps with his best and worst takes of the week in "Aaron Right, Aaron Wrong," including an NFL Draft pick he nailed, an NBA Draft pick he missed on, plus yet another wild, realignment rumor (42:00). Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:57:19

College football's most overrated/underrated teams, Greg Sankey on the future of the playoff + Jim Harbaugh suspension

8/23/2023
On today's show, Torres shares his most overrated and underrated teams in college football, before switching gears to some interesting comments from SEC commissioner Greg Sankey on the future of the playoff. Plus, Jim Harbaugh's suspension and an interesting recruiting note from the world of college football. College football's most overrated and underrated teams (2:00): Torres opens by sharing his most overrated and underrated teams heading into this college football season. Greg Sankey on the playoff + Harbaugh suspension (): From there, Aaron discusses some interesting comments from Greg Sankey on the future of the College Football Playoff and why Jim Harbaugh's suspension won't have the impact you think. Plus a very interesting recruiting note from the... class of 2026? Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:49:29

Bonus Episode - Big Ten East Preview: Is Michigan really the favorite? Worries about Ohio State? Can Penn State surprise and much, MUCH more

8/22/2023
With football near, Torres drops another bonus episode, sharing his thoughts on the Big Ten East. Is Michigan really the favorite? Worries about Ohio State? Can Penn State surprise and more! Michigan (4:00) Ohio State (14:30) Penn State (26:00) Michigan State, Maryland, Rutgers, Indiana (34:00) Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:49:14

Crazy Michael Oher story, college football camp news and notes + wild Louisville basketball story - who's right and who's wrong?

8/21/2023
Torres is back from vacation and ready for football! He discusses the wild Michael Oher story and shares some fall camp news and notes, with thoughts on Georgia naming a starter, Bama's QB conundrum and an important note from the Big Ten. Finally, a wild story from Louisville basketball - as the Cards best player leaves right before the season. Torres explains whose side he's on: Michael Oher story (3:00): Torres opens the show by discussing the wild Michael Oher story - why there are certain facts he finds hard to believe, and what Oher's real motive might be behind in calling out his former family. College football camp intel (20:00): From there, Torres rips through some of the biggest stories from fall camp in the last week. Georgia and Auburn have their QB's, and Alabama doesn't - Aaron explains why he isn't worried for the Tide. Also, an interesting narrative out of the Big Ten - does it spell doom for Ohio State? Five-star hoops recruit leaves Louisville weeks before the season - who's right and who's wrong (41:00)? Finally, Torres wraps with a wild story out of college hoops, where Louisville lost its top recruit right as classes begin. He explains why Kenny Payne has a right to be upset, and why he isn't sold this is the right decision for the player. Today's show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Betfred Sportsbook. Bet $50 and you can win up to $1,111 in free bets courtesy of Betfred Sportsbook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:58:32