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Scott Van Pelt, the popular SportsCenter anchor, hosts a weekly show that will include long-form interviews, commentary, and expanded takes on his "One Big Thing" segment on SportsCenter. SVP will take deep dives with guests and topics in an entertaining way that only he can. Stanford Steve, producer of SVP's SportsCenter, turned partner, will be involved, as always.

1D AGO

N.U.T.S.O.P.

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to break down all angles of NFL WildCard Weekend. Starting with the blowout in Pittsburgh, the guys detail their live experience watching the Texans’ defense dominate the Steelers in what could have been Aaron Rodgers’ final game, and definitely Mike Tomlin’s roaming the sidelines. Then, a full recap of the Bears’ thrilling comeback win over the Packers, along with expanded thoughts on Ben Johnson’s words about the Packers and his blow by to Matt LaFleur. Plus, hats off to the 49ers for an improbably win over the Eagles, props to the Patriots for taking care of business, Rams for avoiding the upset and Bills for winning a great one over Jacksonville that did not please SVP’s kids. Finally, a close look at the upcoming National Championship between Miami and Indiana and more. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (1:00) Steve’s fasting experience (5:20) Marcus Spears is the best (6:23) No one drinks more Diet Coke than SVP (8:03) Why Steve chose to fast (11:33) Pittsburgh recap (13:31) Texans crush Steelers (22:48) Is Aaron Rodgers done? (25:35) Pats cruise past LAC (29:08) Bills outlast Jags (29:48) SVP’s kids hated the result in Duval (32:48) More Bills-Jags recap (38:15) About Lynn Jones message to Liam Coen… (43:42) The art of asking tough questions in a presser (46:16) AJ Brown should’ve spoke to the media (50:00) 49ers upset Eagles (53:28) Hats off to Shanahan and Saleh (56:33) Rams avoid upset to Carolina (57:38) Bears pull off epic comeback… again (1:02:00) Thoughts on Ben Johnson’s comments + actions (1:10:05) Indiana is so good (1:11:50) Congrats to Ole Miss (1:14:12) Mario Cristobal was NOT angry at SVP (1:16:10) Natty preview (1:19:36) Afternoon musings (1:24:24) Watch ‘Elway’ (1:25:19) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 30m
JAN 6

Like Love

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to discuss the NFL Wildcard round and look ahead to the CFP Semifinals. NO ONE is talking about Oregon, can the Ducks shock the world? And can Ole Miss keep it going under Pete Golding? Plus an extended discussion on what Curt Cignetti has done in an incredibly challenging CFB landscape. On to the NFL, thoughts from the SNF THRILLER that saw the Steelers steal one from Baltimore and punch their ticket to the playoffs. All eyes on Josh Allen, right? But let’s not forget he doesn’t play defense. The guys share the teams they’re most excited to watch in the postseason and more. Finally, some thoughts on the recent happenings in college hoops and the NBA, plus Steve recaps running back up the tunnel in Pasadena, SVP’s disdain for “-gate”, a final Pooptown roll call, props to Travis Kelce and a recap of the FCS Championship. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (1:40) The transfer portal is chaos (4:53) FCS championship was a classic (20:40) Indiana’s turnaround is remarkable (22:56) Can Ole Miss keep it going? (29:40) No one is talking about Oregon (33:26) How CFB has changed in NIL world (42:06) Steelers win AFC North (46:51) NFL WC Round preview (51:33) Who should win the MVP? (53:26) Thoughts on the ending of Bal-Pit (56:15) Why SVP is out on Carolina (1:00:21) NFL WC Round preview (1:11:13 )Final Pooptown roll call (1:14:23) HC of LV or No. 1 overall? (1:15:25) SVP’s a fashion expert (1:18:40) CBB & NBA update (1:22:33) Thank you, Travis Kelce (1:26:30) Steve ran back up the tunnel (1:38:37) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 46m
12/31/2025

Parade of Roses

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to discuss Week 17 of the NFL season, look ahead to some intriguing Week 18 & Playoff storylines and dive deep into the CFP Quarterfinals. SVP goes through ever playoff team’s “Yeah, But” as it seems no one is the clear cut favorite. The guys go into detail on the Falcons’ win over the Rams, including Stafford’s rare dud and Bijan’s excellence. Plus, why the NFL shouldn’t expand to 18 regular season games and a discussion on the Lamar Jackson situation. Then, a full CFP Quarterfinals preview with SVP and Steve sharing their thoughts on each game. Is Oregon-Texas Tech the BEST game of this round? Finally, a word on the chaos that is college basketball and how it desperately needs change, Steve’s nose waxing experience and SVP’s merch update. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (3:00) SVP had a rocky flight home (4:20) NFL Wk 18 storylines (6:22) Every playoff team’s “Yeah, but…” (10:30) Lots of good games coming up (11:52) Should the NFL have 18 reg szn games? (17:30) Falcons upset Rams (23:00) The Lamar Jackson situation (27:40) CFP Quarters preview (42:02) New Year’s special or Parade of Roses? (44:13) Is Oregon-Texas Tech the game of the week? (52:00) Current residents of Pooptown (54:52) Something has to change in college basketball (1:06:20) The Miracle of Pooptown (1:08:50) Steve’s nose wax experience (1:13:20) Remembering “lasts” (1:18:40) Til next time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 22m
12/23/2025

Steve's House of Scarves & Soup

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down all the action from Week 16 of the NFL season. Starting with a convincing win by the 49ers over the Colts on MNF, can the Niners really make a Super Bowl run? SVP’s favorite is still the Rams in the NFC, but there are many teams that can make things interesting. In the AFC, it’s anyone’s best guess. Could the Jaguars be that team? What about the Patriots? And who should win Coach of the Year? Plus, a word on permanent Pooptown refugee Carolina Panthers, the Eagles’ outlook, the Netflix Christmas slate and more. Finally, a full recap of CFP Round 1, preview of the Quarterfinals, reflection of Christmas traditions past and present, how Mechanical is taking the world by storm and more. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (3:00) Get your merch! (3:46) Mechanical is a movement (5:30) Indy recap (7:34) MNF reaction (9:30) Who are the REAL contenders? (10:26) Jags throttle Denver (12:26) SVP cut Brock Purdy in fantasy… (13:23) Who should be COTY? (16:30) Are the Rams the team to beat in NFC? (18:44) Eagles coast to another win (21:13) Merry Christmas, Netflix! (24:30) Lions fall to Pittsburgh (29:11) Bears edge out Green Bay (30:43) Panthers control NFC South (33:40) Pats and Drake Maye are LEGIT (38:21) CFP 1st rd recap: Bama-OU (44:46) CFP 1st rd recap: A&M-Miami (49:40) CFP 1st rd recap: Ole Miss-Tulane & Oregon-JMU (59:00) CFP Quarterfinals preview (1:02:35) Christmas traditions (1:16:52) Have a happy holiday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 34m
12/16/2025

Fake Mint

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down Week 15 of the NFL season. The guys start off with a Pittsburgh & MNF recap, and surprise, SVP was prepared for the cold this time! The Chiefs are eliminated, but don't declare the dynasty 'over' just yet. The 49ers continue to win and fly under the radar, and the NFC West has yet another big game Thursday as the Rams visit Seattle. Plus, who will win the NFC South? Who will win the AFC North? All that and more including Pooptown update, remembering baseball cards, a CFP first round preview, the state of college basketball and more. Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (0:36) Pittsburgh recap (10:30) Chiefs eliminated reaction (11:50) Who is the team to beat in the AFC? (13:10) Looking back on KC’s run (17:10) Stop declaring things over (22:30) Parsons fallout for GB (25:25) LAR-SEA is a big one, again (27:35) Phil Rivers return reaction (32:35) 49ers keep winning (35:25) Who will win the AFC North? (37:40) Who will win the NFC South? (40:40) Current residents of Pooptown (51:00) Watch King of Collectibles (1:01:18) CFP 1st rd preview (1:07:58) Thoughts on the state of CBB (1:16:41) Nikola Jokic is unreal (1:19:00) Wizards update (1:20:50) More CBB thoughts (1:24:45) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 25m
12/10/2025

Turn the Gaze Inward

SVP goes solo this week to recap Week 14 of the NFL season, break down the CFP release fallout and more. Starting with MNF, is there hope the Eagles can turn it around? And what about the Chiefs? Who are currently the 10-SEED in the AFC Playoff Picture. SVP also discusses the Colts' unfortunate spiral and signing of Philip Rivers, the Packers' win over the Bears, Miami's resurgence and the teams that can truly make the Super Bowl. Plus, Pooptown. And finally, a word on the CFP release fallout and a college basketball check-in. Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (0:55) MERCH (4:16) MNF Recap (11:23) Texans top Chiefs (14:46) Colts sign old man Phil (16:44) Colts fall-off is unfortunate (20:41) Packers beat Bears in a great one (23:40) Teams that could make the Super Bowl (29:32) Salute to Miami (31:30) Should the Saints be in Pooptown? (32:16) Current Residents of Pooptown (33:24) SVP’s fantasy internal review (37:56) CFP release fallout (46:28) CBB check-in (52:15) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

59 min
12/07/2025

The Reaction

SVP and Stanford Steve give their reaction to the 12-team College Football Playoff that was announced Sunday. Notre Dame was LEFT OUT, was it the right call? Plus, should Alabama have been the one considered being left out? And what about Ole Miss being ahead of Texas A&M? Finally, a word on Indiana's B1G championship win, Georgia's dominance in Atlanta, the ACC madness and Texas Tech's statement in Arlington. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (0:45) CFP reaction: Miami IN, ND OUT (4:40) Should Ole Miss be ahead of A&M? (13:15) B1G title game reaction (15:45) Big 12 title game reaction (20:40) SEC title game reaction (22:35) A look at the first round (25:30) More CFP reaction (32:20) SVP’s kids had a time… (37:20) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

41 min
12/03/2025

Week Penultimate

SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down the latest release of the College Football Playoff rankings. What did the committee get right or wrong? Thoughts on the Notre Dame vs. Miami dilemma, Vanderbilt and Texas’ arguments, how far we’re going to go in terms of expansion and more. Plus, what’s at stake this weekend with conference championship games, a word on the latest coach extensions and what the hell is Penn State going to do?? Additionally, the guys touch on some NFL storylines including how this week’s slate is GREAT. How real are the Broncos? Are the Bears THIS good? And finally, thoughts on waxing your nose and SVP goes full Dark Helmet. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (0:50) SVP wasn’t prepared for the cold… again (5:00) CFB coaches are getting PAID (8:30) What is Penn State going to do?!? (16:06) Bruce Feldman’s tweet is incredible (18:00) CFP rankings reaction (22:50) CFP rankings reaction: Vanderbilt’s case (26:30) CFP rankings reaction: What the committee got wrong (32:54) More CFP rankings reax (37:00) Brian Hartline to USF! (38:20) NFL Week 14 preview (41:30) How real is Denver? (46:08) Bears’ dominant win over Philly was EYE-OPENING (48:40) Lamar Jackson isn’t playing good football (50:00) New gear! (52:30) SVP’s draft grade was indeed correct (57:20) Should you wax your nose? (1:03:30) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Scott Van Pelt

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Steve Coughlin

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SVPod

Jan 6

@TonyV

An absolute “must listen to” for those who love college football, Americana, and the musings of two grounded best friends. Come for the sports; stay for the life perspectives.
The best

12/30/2025

MaGaOt

Feels like home listening to SVP chop it up and talk like a normal human being about sports and life in general. Always grounded, funny, humble and sneaky insightful. Glad I rediscovered SVP on this pod in 2025 as it reminds me of the good old days of listening to SVP and Russillo on the radio. Keep up the great work gentleman.
The best

12/11/2025

GraysonTheGOAT

I WILL BUY A SHIRT, WAITING FOR THE SIGNED UP FOR 60 PIECE. LOVE THE SHOW!
JFC, give Steve a mute button

12/07/2025

MisterHellJ

Show me where Iowa hurt you on this Hayden Fry doll. Steve, what are you eating that sounds so violent?

Scott Van Pelt, the popular SportsCenter anchor, hosts a weekly show that will include long-form interviews, commentary, and expanded takes on his "One Big Thing" segment on SportsCenter. SVP will take deep dives with guests and topics in an entertaining way that only he can. Stanford Steve, producer of SVP's SportsCenter, turned partner, will be involved, as always.