Richard and Alex start this episode with a discussion of this week’s mostly one-sided war of words between Notre Dame and the ACC after the Irish were left out of the College Football Playoff. Then, Rodger Sherman joins for a much longer talk about the infamous CFB calendar, which has been under particular fire in light of Lane Kiffin’s messy exit from Ole Miss. Finally, a truncated Tasting Menu of this weekend, featuring Army-Navy, the Celebration Bowl, and some highlights from the FCS, DII, and DIII playoffs. Timestamps:

* 0:00: Notre Dame vs. the ACC

* 17:55: The college football calendar

* 1:10:07: The Week 16 Tasting Menu

Produced by Anthony Vito. Let us know your own calendar ideas!

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