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The audio home of The Bay Area Examiner. USF needs a better brand of coverage, and we’re going to give it to you. While maintaining our roots that put us on the map we’re embracing the new direction of the university, but will still keep them honest. Whether it be football, basketball, or any of the Olympic sports; you won’t find better or more comprehensive coverage of USF athletics and the university (and area) anywhere else. Welcome to The BAE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Tampa, FL

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The audio home of The Bay Area Examiner. USF needs a better brand of coverage, and we’re going to give it to you. While maintaining our roots that put us on the map we’re embracing the new direction of the university, but will still keep them honest. Whether it be football, basketball, or any of the Olympic sports; you won’t find better or more comprehensive coverage of USF athletics and the university (and area) anywhere else. Welcome to The BAE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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@StampedeSBN

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English

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Episodes
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The Pod by the Day Edition

12/12/2025
It's nearing the end of the calendar year and Seth and Steeg bring you a special afternoon edition of Pod by the BAE with plenty to talk about. They discuss a familiar name returning to helm Men's Soccer and football Head Coach Brian Hartline's first public appearance at his introductory press conference on Monday. Then, the fellas talk about the football roster and staff (outgoing and incoming) amidst Cure Bowl prep in addition to Men's Basketball. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:34:15

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The Super Signing Day Edition

12/4/2025
It's not every signing day you also sign a new head coach! Steeg and Seth discuss the opening of the early signing period for USF and continue the discussion on the big news that the Bulls hired Ohio State Buckeyes OC Brian Hartline to be their next head coach. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:02:54

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🚨 THE BAE LIVE: USF To Hire Brian Hartline As Next Head Coach 🚨

12/3/2025
Seth Varnadore and Collin Sherwin discuss the breaking news that USF is set to hire Ohio State OC Brian Hartline as their next head coach. Watch the full livestream here: https://youtube.com/live/sJsKvctLlgs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:31:48

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🚨 USF Head Coach Alex Golesh Hired as Auburn's New Head Coach - Instant Reaction 🚨

11/30/2025
USF Head Coach Alex Golesh officially signs with Auburn after the season finale victory vs. Rice. Nate, Seth, and Steeg offer their instant reactions to the move after a full week of rumors and uncertainty. Then, the fellas look towards the future of USF including Seth's Hot Board for potential coaching hires. Watch the full live stream: https://www.youtube.com/live/vJwc4eKacWo?si=VlrozOkumf3nknMN We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Homefield Apparel is going all out for Black Friday. Get 30% off your order using BLACKFRIDAY30 Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:20:51

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The Turkey and Rice Edition

11/26/2025
It's a two-man weave on this Thanksgiving edition of Pod by the BAE with Nate and Steeg talking all things USF Football from the UAB win to the final regular season game vs Rice on Senior Day and the Bulls' slim chances at making the Conference Championship game. (So you're saying there's a chance dot gif.) Plus, what Byrum Brown needs to do to join elite company. Then, the fellas talk Women's and Men's Basketball. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone from the Bay Area Examiner. Have fun, be safe, go Bulls. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Homefield Apparel is going all out for Black Friday. Get 30% off your order using BLACKFRIDAY30 Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:54:15

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The Shipwrecked Edition

11/20/2025
On this week’s episode of Pod By The BAE, Nate, Seth, and Collin discuss the USF Bulls heartbreaking loss against the Navy Midshipmen. The fellas also discuss Alex Golesh’s name being brought up for other jobs, the game against UAB and the Volleyball conference tournament. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:50:01

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The Anchors Away Edition

11/13/2025
On this week’s episode of Pod By The BAE Seth, Collin, and Steeg discuss USF’s dominant win over UTSA and their first ever inclusion in the CFP rankings at no. 24. The fellas also discuss the historical context of the upcoming game against Navy and dive into men's and women's basketball. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:48:20

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The Roundball Rock Revival & Roadrunner Edition

11/5/2025
Basketball is back and this week's edition of Pod by the BAE opens with a double header dub by Women's and Men's Basketball in two coaching debuts. Then the fellas talk football vs. UTSA, fresh off an upset win against Tulane, coming to town on Thursday night on national TV. We wrap up making our weekly picks. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:36:38

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The Heartbreak Hotel Edition

10/30/2025
On this week’s episode of Pod By The BAE, Collin, Steeg, and Seth discuss Alex Golesh’s decision making and USF’s 4th quarter woes against Memphis. They also discuss the Bulls chances to still win the American and make the playoffs. The fellas then talk about Jose Fernandez' departure from Women's Basketball to take the head coaching job with the Dallas Wings, what to expect from them going into a tough non-con schedule, and look towards Men's Basketball's inaugural season under Coach Bryan Hodgson. Then, they wrap-up discussing Volleyball and Soccer. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:01:00:38

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The Screw Potential Edition with CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins

10/22/2025
It's been a long time coming. Newly hired CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins joins Collin, Nate, and Steeg to talk all things USF, his long journey to this position, and even shares his favorite food spots in the Tampa Bay Area. The fellas talk about the future of USF Athletics and what to expect the rest of the season and beyond. Post the flow chart! This was originally posted exclusively for the Ponderosa Stampede and Bulluminati Patrons last week. Become a subscriber today to gain access to exclusive interviews, advanced stats previews, film rooms, and the locked Ponderosa channels on the Bay Area Examiner Discord. https://www.patreon.com/c/thebayareaexaminer/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:46:25

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The Beale Street Showdown Edition

10/22/2025
On this week’s episode of Pod By The BAE, Seth, Nate, and Vito discuss USF’s big homecoming win against FAU and the Bulls success so far in Conference play. Then. the fellas preview their latest challenge in the conference race as they travel to Memphis fresh off of a loss at UAB and make their weekly picks. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:35:14

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The Homecoming Edition

10/17/2025
On this week’s episode of Pod By The BAE, Nathan, Collin, and Steeg discuss the win at North Texas on Friday night and the offense's third straight 50+ performance despite three first quarter turnovers. Collin was covering the game and talks about his time in Denton. Then, the fellas preview the homecoming game vs. FAU on Saturday night as USF looks to become bowl eligible for the third straight year. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:35:11

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The Friday Night Lights Edition

10/8/2025
On this week’s episode of Pod by the BAE, Nathan Bond and Seth Varnadore discuss the USF Bulls conference opener against the Charlotte 49ers. The Bulls started fast and then got a little sloppy. Is that performance cause for concern? The fellas then preview the Bulls big matchup with the North Texas Mean Gree on Friday. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here:https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:30:28

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The Robobull Edition

10/1/2025
Grab your throwback robobull gear ladies and gents as Nate, Seth, and Steeg discuss the USF Bulls' conference opener against fellow green and gold mate Charlotte on Flashback Friday. The Bulls look to get off to a fast start at home against a 49ers squad in its' first year under Head Coach Tim Albin on their second weeknight game of the season. We are teaming up with Homefield to give all our listeners a discount when using our affiliate link here: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Homefield has premium vintage apparel for over 180+ colleges, including your favorite teams. Use our code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:27:55

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The Running of the Bulls Edition

9/25/2025
It’s the bye week so Nate, Seth, and Steeg record a morning edition of Pod by the BAE discussing football's victory over SC State, a round-up of USF athletics, and Rob Higgins' introductory press conference. an update on their USF fantasy rosters, and Rob Higgins' introductory press conference. Don't forget to stock up on premium apparel with Homefield! Homefield has just released brand new USF gear, so there is no better time to upgrade your wardrobe. Use our affiliate link here: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfs... or code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:31:22

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The Whirlwind Edition

9/17/2025
After a week as the nation's darling, USF ran into a buzzsaw against the 5th ranked Miami Hurricanes. The no.18 Bulls suffered their first loss of the season after back-to-back victories over Top-25 teams and subsequently dropped from the rankings. On this week's Pod by the BAE, Nate, Seth, and Steeg discuss the 49-12 loss and what positives they learned from the game. Then, the fellas preview the home matchup vs SC State (14:00) and what they hope to see against their first opponent not ranked in the Top-25. Don't forget to stock up on premium apparel with Homefield! Homefield has just released brand new USF gear, so check it out. Use our affiliate link here: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfs... or code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:35:09

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The What a Time to Be Alive Edition

9/10/2025
It's been one heck of a week here at the University of South Florida, as Nate, Seth, and Steeg open with an extended discussion of Rob Higgins being named the first CEO of Athletics and why this is a homerun hire. Then, the fellas look back at the historic victory in Gainesville against Florida (17:44) on a walkoff FG and look towards their third straight top 25 matchup at Miami (27:30) and predictions! Don't forget to stock up on premium apparel with Homefield! Homefield has just released brand new USF gear, so check it out. Use our affiliate link here: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfs... or code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:47:00

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Rob Higgins Hired As CEO of USF Athletics. Who Are No. 18 in AP Poll. What A Time To Be Alive

9/9/2025
Let's talk about the best two weeks for USF Athletics in a long, long time. Watch the full livestream on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/d7CxjmIk7cw Don't forget to stock up on premium apparel with Homefield! Use our affiliate link here: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfs... or code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:34:42

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Pod By The BAE Live Postgame: THIS AIN'T THE SAME OLD SOUTH FLORIDA

9/7/2025
USF stampedes into the Swamp and stuns the Gators, 18-16 on a Nico Gramatica game winning field goal as time expires. Nathan Bond and Seth Varnadore discuss the historic win in a live postgame podcast. Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/kyr5ZHtd5M8 Don't forget to stock up on premium apparel with Homefield! Use our affiliate link here: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfs... or code BAE25 for 15% off your first order. Find more BAE here: https://linktr.ee/thebayareaexaminer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:23:57

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The Beef Spuds Edition

9/3/2025
It's a victory week on this edition of Pod by the BAE as Nate, Seth and Steeg discuss USF's victory vs. #25 Boise State in dominating fashion. The fellas talk about the key points in the game, the biggest plays of the game, and what surprised them the most. Then, they look towards the game at Florida to preview the matchup with the the #13 Gators and make their predictions. Subscribe to our Patreon for more in-depth analysis of the game and exclusive interviews. https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBayAreaExaminer Presented by Home Field Apparel. Use code BAE25 for 15% off and our affiliate link for all orders: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=8425625.b87658 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:40:32