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It's Not Only Football: Friday Night Lights and Beyond

It's Not Only Football: Friday Night Lights and Beyond

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26.11.2025

Lots to Say: It's a Madden Thanksgiving!

Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel discuss their Thanksgiving and football watching plans. Actor Scott Porter talks about his connections to the University of Texas and being a Broncos fan. How does he feel about Bo Nix and the Broncos chances? Scott explains how streaming has extended the popularity of 'Friday Night Lights' and how he performed on 'The Masked Singer'. Scott wraps up with his Mount Rushmore of Broncos and going to games. What are the biggest three matchups in NFL Week 13. Legendary Agent Sandy Montag talks about his history with John Madden. Sandy explains the thinking that Madden had a fear of flying, when it was actually something else! Madden would watch film and over-prepare as a broadcaster and Sandy reveals when John went from traveling by train to the famed Madden cruiser. Bobby asks about the origin of the Madden video game and John's involvement. Sandy walks through John's move to FOX and ultimately his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. We wrap with this year's Fourth Anniversary of John Madden's Thankgiving and Bobby's NFL Power Rankings. Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 ч. 2 мин.
17.11.2022

Pilot Pt. 1

Scott Porter, Mae Whitman & Zach Gilford discuss the Pilot episode - Part 1! The trio discuss the "Katims-verse", the first time they each saw the Pilot episode, BTS stories from shooting the episode, the many different characters & plot lines that get established, how they shot the football aspects of the show, differences from the script to the final cut, Scott's Bieber haircut, how the urgency & pressure was displayed, and why it's NOT only football! See you next week for Pilot Pt. 2! #MySaracen See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

42 мин.
10.11.2022

Welcome!

Scott Porter, Zach Gilford & Mae Whitman discuss their respective audition stories from Friday Night Lights (& Beyond), Mae's super-fandom, BTS stories from the audition process, the old days of 'Pilot Season', behind the name of the podcast, and how the podcast got started! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

47 мин.
24.11.2022

Pilot Pt. 2

Happy Thanksgiving FNL fam! Zach Gilford, Scott Porter & Mae Whitman pick up where they left off on the Pilot episode! The group discusses their favorite scenes & memories from the episode, the town of Dillon as a character, the many layers of Tim Riggins, the theme of religion, Zach tries to give away a big spoiler, what made Saracen so different from everyone in Dillon, the many montages, Coach Taylor's locker room speech, Mae's challenge flag, Scott's vault of scripts, Mae's custom plate, the revolutionary camera work, behind the real football games, where the inspiration for Jason Street came from, behind Jason Street's injury scenes, Mae's perspective on the ending, & why it's NOT only football! Have a question for the podcast? Leave us a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

55 мин.
01.06.2023

Gaius Charles aka Smash Williams!

Scott Porter & Zach Gilford chat with fellow FNL co-star - Gaius Charles! This episode is NOT only football, it's about THE SMASH BABY! Gaius talks about his early road to acting, his "New York actor checklist" credits, his path to Friday Night Lights, his audition process, thoughts on playing Smash Williams, his relationship with Liz Mikel aka Mama Smash, favorite storylines, Waverlash, being hit by a stunt guy, advice he got from Kyle Chandler, the writer's strike that occurred to Season 2 & the fallout, Smash teaching Saracen to pick up girls, thoughts on his final character arch, and project since FNL! Visit AirMedCareNetwork.com/FNL today to get up to an $80 Mastercard or Amazon eGift Card when you join and use offer code: FNL See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

54 мин.
15.06.2023

Aimee Teegarden aka Julie Taylor!

Scott Porter & Zach Gilford chat with fellow FNL co-star Aimee Teegarden, aka Julie Taylor! Aimee shares her experience playing Julie Taylor in her first real acting experience, her audition process, being underage, Zach teaching her to drive, working with Kyle Chandler & Connie Britton, the acting freedom of FNL, filming on location, the scene on the car with Kyle, being on for the full series run, unexpected storylines, fan admiration, whether she was happy with where Julie's character ended, what she learned on the show, and so much more!!! Are Julie & Matt still together? Let us know in the comments! Apartments.com - The Place to Find a Place! AirMedCare Network - Get up to an eighty dollar Mastercard or Amazon eGift Card when you join and use offer code: FNL. Visit AirMedCareNetwork.com/FNL today! Brought to you by Progressive Insurance! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 ч. 2 мин.
05.01.2023

Aldis Hodge aka Ray "Voodoo" Tatum!

The INOF crew sits down with fellow co-star Aldis Hodge, aka Ray "Voodoo" Tatum! All three QB1's in one room! The group shares memories from shooting together, Aldis' history on screen prior to FNL, how he prepared for the role of Voodoo, VooDoo's character arch, being in NO right before Hurricane Katrina hit, Aldis' breakdown of Voodoo, his mindset of competing only with himself as an actor, Voodoo's return for the State Championship game, playing at old Texas Stadium, what he thinks happened to Voodoo after leaving Dillon, and more! Plus, Aldis' on-screen history after FNL, the relaunch of "Leverage", "Straight Out of Compton", "Black Adam", and what they think a FNL reboot would look like! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

50 мин.
08.06.2023

State

Scott Porter, Zach Gilford & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights, Season 1 Finale, Episode 22 - "State"! This finale is NOT only football, it's about sorrow after a job well done, missing the mark, and STATE BABY! The group discusses Landry's aphrodisiacs, Coach scene gets cut from pep rally, Tammy telling Coach she's pregnant, Grandma Saracen singing Lady Marmalade, Lyla & Tyra airing out their grievances, the team bus ride, BTS from old Dallas Cowboys Stadium, Coach's halftime speech, Season 2 storylines get setup, the final game-winning drive, the campaign by fans to bring the show back for Season 2, Zach's big gripe, and more! In "Overtime", Scott reads the alternate ending of the finale where Tyra MURDERS Mike. Visit Apartments.com - A Place To Find A Place! Brought to you by Progressive Insurance! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 ч. 2 мин.
07.09.2023

INOF Summer Cruise: Back to School, Bread Songs, & Fluffernutters

Captain Zach Gilford, First Mate Mae Whitman, & Anchor Watcher Scott Porter are headed back out to sea... for their final voyage(for now). It's all about back to school, educators, encounters with fans, prior jobs, Panera harmony, toxic work environments, the best and worst cities, bringing family to sets, fluffernutters, and more! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app now and use code LIGHTS - New customers can score $200 in bonus bets instantly when they bet just $5 on college football! Go to DailyHarvest.com/FNL to get up to $65 OFF your first box! Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and manage your money the easy way by going to RocketMoney.com/FNL. To learn more about Microdosing THC go to Microdose.com and use code: (LIGHTS) to get free shipping & 30% off your first order! Get up to an eighty dollar Mastercard or Amazon eGift Card when they join and use offer code: FNL. Visit AirMedCareNetwork.com/FNL today. Brought to you by Progressive Insurance! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

47 мин.
12.01.2023

El Accidente

Scott Porter, Zach Gilford, & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights Season 1, Episode 6 - "El Accidente". It's NOT Only Football - this episode is about truth seeking, perspective, sacrifice, & friendship. The group discusses bathroom etiquette for professionals, Voodoo trying to start a fight, the fallout from Reyes assaulting Kaster, how the young kids dealt with racism, "Oddvocado", Jason Street & Lyla discover yet another issue, Riggs breaks out Street for a day at the lake, & the Panthers are forced to forfeit the game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

56 мин.
01.12.2022

Eyes Wide Open

Mae Whitman, Scott Porter & Zach Gilford discuss Season 1, Episode 2 - "Eyes Wide Open"! The group talks about how various characters dealt with grief, Coach & Tami's relationship, Jason Street's hospital scenes, Tim Riggins not showing up to see Jason Street in the hospital, Zach's solo scene with Kyle Chandler, how the show created complex female characters, the improv brilliance of Jessie Plemons, Mama Smash's encounter with Tyra, Coach breaking the news to the team that Street is paralyzed, and so much more! Have a question or comment for the show? Leave us a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

49 мин.
06.12.2022

Clear Eyes, Full Hearts: A Friday Night Lights Rewatch

A special promotional episode from fellow Friday Night Lights alumni, Derek Phillips and Stacey Oristano's podcast, Clear Eyes Full Hearts: A Friday Night Lights Rewatch. Derek and Stacey discuss Season 1's finale episode, then chat with Taylor Kitsch about his early days as a struggling New York actor, landing the role of Tim Riggins, and some of the hilarious behind-the-scenes moments that cemented their friendships. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

51 мин.
25.05.2023

Best Laid Plans

Scott Porter, Zach Gilford, & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights, Season 1, Episode 21, "Best Laid Plans". This episode is NOT only football - it's about dog poo, couplings, and "not a damn laurel!" The group talks about dog poo bag etiquette, the writer's strike that took place during the second season of FNL, Tammy's bad dream, the snooze button, Coach gets "hot boxed" at TMU, Coach & Tammy's fight, Tammy's glass of wine, the roast, Tyra calling Landry a "pathetic, smelly, geek", Jackie breaks up with Riggins, Riggins goes to see Tyra, Landry professes his love to Tyra, Lyla nailing Jason with the ring, and more! In "Overtime", Scott reads a cut Jason Street speech! FirstLeaf - go to TryFirstLeaf.com/FRIDAYFOOTBALL to sign up and save 50% on your first SIX hand-curated bottles, plus FREE shipping! Brought to you by Progressive Insurance! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

59 мин.
27.07.2023

Minka Kelly aka Lyla Garrity!

Scott Porter & Zach Gilford chat with fellow Friday Night Lights star - Minka Kelly, aka Lyla Garrity! This episode is NOT only football, it's all about LYLA GARRITY! The group talks about MInka's path into acting, her prior career as a nurse, the first time she & Scott met, her path to FNL, working for Peter Berg, her lost murder storyline from the Season 1 finale, Minka's photo album Xmas gifts, favorite storylines & fond memories, Lyla's heavy storylines, her Nancy Meyers moment, after FNL, the radical changes in Season 2, Hawk & Dove, Zach's tiger jacket, and her definition of INOF! (Recorded prior to strike.) Microdose Gummies are available nationwide. Go to Microdose.com and use code LIGHTS for 30% off your first order! Go to DailyHarvest.com/FNL to get up to $65 dollars off your first box! Cancel unwanted subscriptions at RocketMoney.com/FNL Get up to an $80 Mastercard or Amazon eGift Card when you join and use the offer code: FNL - Visit AirMedCareNetwork.com/FNL today! Brought to you by Progressive Insurance! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 ч. 10 мин.
16.02.2023

It's Different For Girls

Scott Porter, Zach Gilford & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights, Season 1, Episode 10, "It's Different For Girls". This episode is NOT only football, it's about - agency, blankets, and boys vs girls. Jason Street finally goes home but it doesn't feel the same, Street races the neighborhood kids and loses, Saracen *hersey kisses* Julie, Saracen tries to tell coach about dating Julie but he's not having it, Riggins shows up at Lyla's house, Lyla gets slut shamed at school and online, the football players come out in cheer uniforms for the pep rally, Smash reunites with Waverly(and both are hiding something, and more! In "Overtime", Zach & Scott act out a deleted scene, & small town mindsets. PLUS, we answer YOUR questions from YouTube & the Apple Podcasts Rate & Review section in the "Press Box". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

49 мин.
24.01.2023

Friday Night Lights

Stars of Friday Night Lights Zach Gilford and Scott Porter along with Mae Whitman are teaching everyone that the hit sports drama wasn’t just about football. Plus, is Keltie the biggest fan of Tammy Taylor and was everyone obsessed with Tim Riggins? This episode of LadyGang is brought to you by BetterHelp! Visit BetterHelp.com/ladygang today to get 10% off your first month! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

46 мин.
06.07.2023

Jesse Plemons aka Landry Clarke! | Bad Ideas

Scott Porter & Zach Gilford chat with fellow FNL co-star Jesse Plemons aka Landry Clarke! The guys recaps Season 2, Episode 2, "Bad Ideas"! This episode is NOT only football, it's about bad ideas, finding your footing, and life & death! The gang discusses the cut murder scene from the Season 1 finale, Jesse's road to joining the FNL cast, the best athlete's on the cast, Landry's "nerdy confidence", the Tyra/Landry murder storyline, changes from Season 1 to Season 2, Landry losing his watch with the body, the beginning of Chad Clarke, Landry joining the football team, Grandma Saracen is a witch, if Landry's character existed today, Tami & Glenn, Kyle Chandler lines, the Riggins & Lyla love triangle, the Swede, and more! In "Overtime", Jason Street regains his grip. In "Under Review", the dream scene, and Tyra joins a group of Southern Belles!? Finally, Jesse reflects on his time on the show, major takeaways, and Jesse's real-life injury that was incorporated into the show! Rocket Money - Cancel unwanted subscriptions & manage your expenses the easy way by going to RocketMoney.com/FNL Brought to you by Progressive Insurance! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 ч. 11 мин.
02.02.2023

Kevin Rankin & Coach James Gumbert

Street & Herc are back together! Scott Porter & Zach Gilford chat with actor Kevin Rankin, aka "Herc", and Coach James Gumbert! Kevin discusses his casting story on FNL, who he modeled Herc after, Scott & Kevin's first time meeting, lessons he learned working on FNL, BTS on their favorite scenes, as well as his post FNL career highlights, from Justified to Breaking Bad! NEXT, the guys are joined by the man that coached Scott & Kevin every step of the way - Coach James Gumbert! Coach Gumby talks about his path to FNL, stories from coaching Kevin & Scott, introducing Scott & Kevin to quad rugby, assembling the Murderball team, as well as his on-court credentials as Olympic/Paralympic medal winning player & coach, and so much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

56 мин.
29.12.2022

Git 'Er Done

Scott Porter, Zach Gilford, & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights Season 1, Episode 5 - "Git 'Er Done"! It's NOT only Football - this episode is about greed, finding a way out, & tough decisions! After Zach's episode summary, the group discusses Lyla & Tim both struggling with their secret relationship, "Under Review", Lyla stuck at a crossroads, Coach's tough decision to start VooDoo over Saracen, Coach & Tammy's #RelationshipGoals, VooDoo calling his own plays, Tyra gets played by Connor, Smash & Saracen's friendship begins, Scott's struggles settling in to playing Street, and so much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

53 мин.
23.02.2023

Nevermind

Scott Porter, Zach Gilford & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights, Season 1, Episode 11, "Nevermind". This episode is NOT only football, it's about relationship work, Nirvana, & "mouthfeel". An unlikely friendship between Landry & Riggins, Street has a temper tantrum trying to find his Nirvana CD, Herc gets established as Street's big brother figure, Street sees Lyla at the music store - sparks fly, Saracen's dad takes the wind out of his sails, Coach sits Saracen for the backup QB, Saracen & dad have it out in the parking lot, Riggins comes to Landry's band performance, and more! In "Overtime", Tammy confronts Riggins at his locker about a good test grade, & Coach gets a call from UT. PLUS, the group answers YOUR questions from YouTube & the Apple Podcasts Rate & Review section in "Press Box"! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

50 мин.

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