

Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast
Chris Dortch
The Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcasts discuss all things college hoops. Hosts Chris Dortch and Kevin Ingram welcome guests from around the country in national podcasts and conference-only podcasts. 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

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.

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

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

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

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

Jan 23, 2025 • 37min
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 134: Pitino has St. John’s rolling. Is UConn’s Hurley an Excitable Boy? A family revels in game-winning shots, 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:• That rascal Danny Hurley of Connecticut wants the cameras to lay off.• At 72, St. John’s coach Rick Pitino hasn’t lost a step, and the Johnnies are rolling.• One family, two siblings, two game winners in two days.• What we’re listening to this week, and saying farewell to the last member of a legendary band.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

Jan 16, 2025 • 41min
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 133: Auburn loses Johni Broome and gets stronger? Is Mike Woodson long for Indiana? How do shooters shake a slump 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:• If Auburn missed injured national player of the year candidate Johni Broome after he injured his ankle, the Tigers didn’t show it while thumping Mississippi State.• What’s going on at Indiana? Whatever it is, IU students don’t like it one bit.• How does a shooter break out of a slump? The solution is different strokes for different folks. Sorry. We couldn’t resist.• Our spoiler-filled recap of Star Wars spinoff Skeleton Crew concludes, and Chris and Kevin talk about what they were listening to last 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

Jan 9, 2025 • 40min
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 132: Amnesia is an asset in conference play, coaches ranting, working from home, and doing great work in their first seasons.
In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch (@blueribbonyearbook.bsky.social) and Kevin Ingram (@KIngramSports) discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• Conference play has just begun, and we’ve already seen crazy results.• Duke’s recent dominance brings back memories for two former players who are now assistant coaches for the Blue Devils.• Utah State keeps on winning—no matter who is coaching.• Our spoiler-filled recap of Star Wars spinoff Skeleton Crew continues, and Chris and Kevin talk about what they were listening to last week. CCR and Dylan, anyone?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

Jan 2, 2025 • 39min
Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, Ep. 131: Conference play is here, the courts are controlling college athletics, and more.
In the newest episode of the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Podcast, hosts Chris Dortch (@blueribbonyearbook.bsky.social) and Kevin Ingram (@KIngramSports) discuss a variety of college basketball (and other) topics:• The Upside Down has hit Kansas basketball—Jayhawks lose first league home opener since 1991 to injury-plagued West Virginia.• The crazy pro-like business of college basketball has forced another great coach out of the game. So long, Coach L. • Gonzaga plane near-miss cuts close to home for Kevin and Chris.• Our spoiler-filled recap of Star Wars spinoff Skeleton Crew continues, and Chris and Kevin talk about what they were listening to over the holidays. Hint: Chess is involved.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