Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast

Chris Dortch
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Apr 3, 2025 • 41min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 144: Breaking down the Final Four; more coaching changes; portal movement; and Chris’s adventures on the road to the Final Four.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• Breaking down an elite Final Four.• Villanova and Maryland hire new coaches and other schools are still looking.• Some big names hit the portal. Some coaches love the process of portaling; others don’t.• Chris spent the month of March on the road and tells some tales from his travels.All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com
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Mar 25, 2025 • 34min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 143: Talking Sweet 16, coaching changes, the portal opening, and our adventures at the Big Dance.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• The Sweet 16, just like the NCAA Tournament itself, is SEC-heavy (seven teams!) We discuss some key match-ups.• For some coaches, the end of the line in the NCAA Tournament means a new beginning at other schools. The carousel is on full-tilt boogie right now.• As if there isn’t enough going on, the NCAA Transfer Portal opened on Monday. Already nearly 1,100 players have hit the portal eject button.• Kevin and Chris trade war stories from the road to San Antonio.All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com
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Mar 17, 2025 • 35min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 142: Breaking down the brackets; Chris and Kevin’s adventures at the SEC tournament; more coaching carousel talk.

This week, excitement brews over a record 14 SEC teams making the tournament field. The hosts dive into controversial selections and intriguing matchups that fans can't ignore. They also share their experiences at the SEC tournament, filled with basketball insights and a taste of Cincinnati Chili. Additionally, the conversation turns to coaching vacancies, analyzing how these changes might impact the game. Nostalgic stories about past tournaments and favorite food spots add a delightful personal touch to the basketball chatter.
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Mar 11, 2025 • 34min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 141: The NCAA dance card is beginning to be filled in; more coaching changes; and a new doc about a great player in the battle of his life.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• Several conference champions have already punched their NCAA Tournament ticket, including a team coached by friends of Kevin and Chris.• Two power conference Florida schools already have new coaches in place as the carousel continues churning.• What does being the overall No. 1 seed really mean?• Former Tennessee star Chris Lofton discusses his battle with cancer in a great new documentary. Bring Kleenex!All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com
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Mar 6, 2025 • 41min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 140: Battles for seeding in conference tournaments and The Big Dance; Miami hires a new coach as the carousel churns; and What We’re Listening To.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• Battles aplenty as schools jockey for position in the NCAA Tournament.• Miami taps a great source for its new coach.• Kevin and Chris talk about the wild games they saw last Saturday.• Kevin goes with an old reliable and Chris reaches back a few years for their listening pleasure.All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com
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Feb 27, 2025 • 37min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 139: The coaching carousel spins faster; Kevin calls a marathon game in Texas; tournament time is nigh.

Join the spirited discussion about the whirlwind of college basketball coaching changes. Discover the wild stats from a marathon game in Texas that left one host reaching for Guinness World Records. The Michigan State Spartans pull off an unbelievable win, sparking lively debates. The nostalgic tunes of ZZ Top and Mazzy Star weave through the conversations, showcasing the blend of sports and music. And with tournament time approaching, excitement simmers as key matchups and player performances are highlighted, setting the stage for an unforgettable season.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 36min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 138: All about the upside down—jerseys, Kansas getting pounded in the Big 12, and unheralded transfers lighting it up.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• More discussion about the brutal clashes night in and night out in the historic SEC.• What the heck has happened to Kansas basketball?• Rating the best transfers, and Chris comes up with the most surprisingly successful transfer in Division I.• What we’re listening to this week includes Paul McCartney and Sly and the Family Stone. Dig it!All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com
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Feb 13, 2025 • 43min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 137: Alabama and Auburn take the Iron Bowl to the court; coaching carousel in motion; the Pitino boys ruling their conferences.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• Analyzing Saturday’s monster Southeastern Conference supremacy game between No. 1 Auburn and No. 2 Alabama.• Mike Woodson is out at Indiana. The school has to make the right decision when it hires his replacement. Who will it be?• Rick Pitino’s St. John’s team is atop the Big East. Son Richard’s New Mexico Lobos lead the Mountain West. The apple didn’t fall far from this tree.• What we’re listening to this week includes more Wilco from Chris, and with Valentine’s Day coming up, Kevin picks his top five romantic power ballads.All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com
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Feb 6, 2025 • 45min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 136: How big a deal is roster continuity in the NIL/unlimited transfer era? Another ACC coach steps aside, and Dickie V returns.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• Several first-year coaches have built winning teams from scratch this season. How important is roster carryover in today’s game?• Florida State’s Leonard Hamilton, 76, finally decides he’s ready to leave hoops behind as ACC coaching exodus continues.• Is this the year William & Mary finally plays its way into the NCAA Tournament?• What we’re listening to this week includes a little British Invasion and a country superstar turned Eagle.All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com
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Jan 30, 2025 • 50min

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 135: Catching up on the Big Ten with Blue Ribbon associate editor Lindsey Willhite; tempers flaring; Caleb Love’s great shot; and more.

In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch—editor and publisher of Blue Ribbon College Basketball Yearbook—and Kevin Ingram—the radio voice of Vanderbilt men’s basketball—discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• Happy 70th birthday to Michigan State’s Tom Izzo, one of the game’s best coaches and human beings. His Spartans are currently atop the Big Ten standings.• Tempers are flaring in conference play as March Madness looms. Chris has a first-hand report!• The shot of Caleb Love’s life was a beauty in a game that was a microcosm of his career.• What we’re listening to this week.All Blue Ribbon college basketball podcasts are available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.You can also listen in your email client or click on the “Listen In Podcast App” link above to listen in your podcast player of choice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blueribbon.substack.com

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