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Grab a drink and a seat at the table with hosts Matt Houlihan, Arielle Houlihan and Chad Gordon as we chat about the world of volleyball, coaching, business, and whatever else Arielle feels like!

  1. 15 АПР.

    S4E10: Jordan Lucas, UC Merced, and LOVB Finals

    We react to the Jordan Lucas broadcast clip that set off a viral storm in men’s volleyball and use it to talk about how inclusion actually shows up in sports culture. We also pivot to UC Merced’s packed gym, LOVB’s golden set playoff format, and a quick wedding update that somehow turns into bachelor party planning.  • our apology for a lost recording and the chaos that follows  • the UC Irvine vs CSUN moment and why the “popped” comment hits differently  • how Jordan Lucas’ visibility shapes LGBTQ+ comfort in boys volleyball culture  • why representation keeps young athletes playing and feeling safe  • UC Merced’s first-year MPSF buzz and what fan energy can do for growth  • LOVB finals, the golden set tiebreaker, and the pros and cons of the format  • our gripe with team naming and what makes leagues feel “real”  • the latest wedding update and the loose plan for a bachelor party  So look it up on YouTube. Did Volleyball Fumble The Gays?

    26 мин.

  2. 17 МАР.

    S4E9: Volleyball Day In The Bay, Are "Yeller" Coaches Done For?

    Volleyball Day in the Bay becomes less about a single match and more about building a real Bay Area volleyball tradition around Stanford men’s volleyball. We unpack what worked, what fell flat, and how coaching intensity changes when trust and emotional intelligence lead the way. • tailgate energy and cross-club volleyball community showing up • beach volleyball at Stanford and why the venue feels special • youth clinic logistics and the value of getting kids on the floor • attendance goals, seating optics and making the crowd look full • student turnout problems and ideas for smarter campus activation • coaching styles from yelling to evolved communication • defining the line between intensity and abuse plus why follow-up talks matter Go look up at @GlassBoats on X for Matt's most embarrassing idioms.

    36 мин.

  3. 13 МАР.

    S4E8: Volleyball Antagonists, Mid Season All-Americans, Message to Younger Volleyball Self

    We argue about men’s volleyball “antagonists” and end up in a real debate about what turns casual fans on or off, from missed serves to confusing calls and commentary. Then we shift into mid-season player picks, youth club culture, and the hardest part of sports, being a parent or teammate who can let people fail and still feel supported.  • Hawaii volleyball fans as the internet antagonist  • David Kniffin as the mysteriously snubbed “bad guy”  • Missed serves as a barrier to fan growth  • How commentary shapes what new viewers notice  • Mid-season All-American style picks and why they matter  • Youth club results and why the future looks fast  • Parenting rules at matches, anxiety, and letting kids learn  • Lessons we’d tell our younger volleyball selves, from gratitude to academics  So come on down if you are in the Bay Area. Come join us on Saturday!

    37 мин.

  4. 4 МАР.

    S4E7: Hecklers, Banners, And Volleyball Day in the Bay

    We swap our favorite heckling stories, then shift to a thoughtful case for reinstating Hawaii’s vacated 2002 title before rallying the Bay Area for a massive volleyball day push. Humor, history, and a concrete plan to pack the stands drive the hour. • mid-season energy and a new competitive drill • whiteboard wit and the line between sharp and mean • Big West heckling culture and nostalgia • Stanford deep dives and Hawaii’s electric arena • the 2002 Hawaii title, rule changes, and fairness • why banners matter for community and recruiting • Volleyball Day in the Bay schedule and goals • youth clinic, open tailgate, and giveaways • specific roles we take to grow attendance Like and subscribe!

    26 мин.

  5. 25 ФЕВР.

    S4E6: Chair Etiquette, NCAA Rule Changes, Setter Dunks

    We kick off with a viral chair-etiquette debate, then push into real fixes: retire work teams with smarter tech, clarify NCAA rule changes, and make the case to let setters dunk with two hands. Along the way we argue for consistent officiating, cleaner gyms, and better fan behavior. • chair etiquette and common-sense seating • parents’ role in sideline tension • removing work teams with AI-assisted tools • rebranding officiating roles for clarity • NCAA pursuit rule and space constraints • challenge timing limits and game theory • court and jersey commercialization pros and cons • the two-handed setter dump legality and consistency • reducing judgment calls to improve flow • culture notes on food lines and venue design • quick hit: Chad’s Wedding Woundup update Like, comment, and subscribe!

    31 мин.

  6. 12 ФЕВР.

    S4E5: All-Puerto Rico Team, Volleyball Fumbled the Gays, Middles Obsolete?

    Super Bowl week turned San Francisco into a branded maze and sparked a bigger talk about how events shape cities and attention. We celebrate Puerto Rican volleyball legends, question why volleyball hasn’t captured LGBTQ fandom like hockey has, and debate whether modern lineups make traditional middles expendable. • citywide Super Bowl activations and event fatigue • Benito Bowl reactions and why representation hits • all‑time Puerto Rican NCAA picks across eras • why programs should teach their own history • hockey’s queer mainstream moment vs volleyball’s silence • ideas for LGBTQ visibility and better commentary • are middles obsolete or being reimagined • pins converting to middle and no‑libero experiments • serving value, development gaps, and recruiting bias • versatility as the new recruiting edge

    37 мин.

  7. 5 ФЕВР.

    S3E4: Euro Talent, Hawai'i Insider, Building a Program From Scratch

    We argue whether the surge of European players lifts the NCAA at the expense of USA Volleyball, then turn to how culture and community create lasting power. Devin Young’s hire at Pacific sparks a blueprint for rebuilding fast with Europe, the portal, club stars, NIL, and storytelling. • tradeoffs between international recruiting and USA athlete development • whether the NCAA should test international roster caps  • why Hawaii’s culture creates stars and traveling crowds • tapping Asian American and LGBTQ+ communities to grow attendance • Devin Young to Pacific and what a smart rebuild looks like • balancing portal veterans with freshmen and overlooked club talent • NIL as targeted investment plus content and transparency • analytics and NCVF as market inefficiencies to exploit Like, comment, subscribe, or... don't

    25 мин.

  8. 28 ЯНВ.

    S4E2: Matt at Stanford, Daniel's Conspiracies, Volleyball Fyre Fest

    Matt shares a short-term leap onto the Stanford bench, how it reshapes his voice and time, and why serving the team takes priority over hot takes. We also unpack the canceled Honda Center NIL event, question rankings logic, and preview Stanford vs UC Irvine with deep club ties. • a three‑month Stanford coaching role and its constraints • honoring family coaching legacy and purpose • social media boundaries when you represent a program • the NIL tournament cancellation and missing details • credibility risks for men’s volleyball events • rankings transparency and results over potential • Stanford vs UC Irvine storylines and Beta Bay roots • community moments that keep the sport vibrant Like, comment, subscribe. Or don’t.

    23 мин.
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Grab a drink and a seat at the table with hosts Matt Houlihan, Arielle Houlihan and Chad Gordon as we chat about the world of volleyball, coaching, business, and whatever else Arielle feels like!

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    Matthew Houlihan, Arielle Houlihan, Chad Gordon
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    2024 - 2026
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