Pablo Torre Finds Out The Legend of The Paul Finebaum Show (PTFO Vault)
Aug 26, 2025
Paul Finebaum, a celebrated sports radio host known for his deep insights into college football, teams up with 'Legend' (Gary Wilson), a famous caller and president of the Sidewalk Alumni. They explore the wild world of college football fandom, touching on passionate rivalries, the infamous poisonings of Toomer’s Corner, and a heart attack during a call that exemplifies fan dedication. Their banter dives into unique anecdotes and the intense emotional ties fans have with their teams, all while delivering humor and heartfelt stories from the South.
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Feed The Ready Audience
- Paul Finebaum advises that talk radio succeeded by following national hosts like Rush Limbaugh and offering localized 'red meat.'
- Tailor content to listeners' passions to capture and retain a ready audience.
Show As Cultural Portal
- Paul Finebaum says his show tapped into a cultural audience before national politics did.
- The callers reflect broader Southern and working-class voices that mainstream media often overlook.
Toomer's Corner Poisoning Confession
- Harvey Updike called The Paul Finebaum Show and confessed to poisoning Auburn's Toomer's Corner trees.
- He said he did it because he couldn't let Cam Newton beat Nick Saban and later pled guilty and served time.