U Heard

Ben Borges & Joe Williams
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Welcome to U Heard! Join Ben, Joe, CB, and Polk, your go-to guys for all things Miami Hurricanes football. Every Wednesday and Sunday, we dive deep into the heart of Canes Nation, bringing you the hottest takes, insightful analysis, and hilarious banter. We've got you covered from game breakdowns and recruiting news to offseason rumors and bold predictions. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual observer, U Heard is your one-stop shop for all things orange and green.

  1. 3H AGO

    COOKING ON THE TRAIL - EPISODE 340

    This Mother’s Day weekend edition of U Heard is all love, loafers, and LOCKDOWN recruiting! 🌴🙌Before diving into the madness on the trail, we take a moment to wish all the incredible mothers out there a Happy Mother’s Day and reflect on the weekend vibes. But then… It’s straight to WORK for Mario Cristobal and the Canes. 👀The Canes landed not one, but TWO massive commitments over the weekend, and we’re breaking it all down. First up: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ DL Ezekiel Ayangbile out of Houston, Texas — a violent, explosive force in the trenches whose film jumps off the screen. We dive into what makes him such a dangerous addition to Miami’s future defensive front.Then… the BOOM heard across the country 💥Miami FLIPS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ DB Donte Wright from the Georgia Bulldogs. The Long Beach Poly standout is a top-10 player nationally and one of the most electric defensive backs in the entire class. What does this commitment mean for the Canes nationally? Are the loafers officially back outside?! 👞🙌Joining Benny to break it all down is everyone’s favorite cafecito-fueled Cane, Jon from @Cafecito_n_Cane ☕🟧🟩Tap in for recruiting talk, film breakdowns, laughs, and pure Canes energy. You already know the vibes… U HEARDDDDD! 🎙️🙌🎧 Listen on all audio platforms & grab the merch:https://linktr.ee/uheardpod#MiamiHurricanes #Canes #TheU #CanesFootball #Miami #Recruiting #CFB #MarioCristobal #DonteWright #EzekielAyangbile #LongBeachPoly #GoCanes #CafecitoAndCanes #UHeard #CanesFam #CollegeFootball #GeorgiaBulldogs

    1h 4m

  2. 1D AGO

    WHAT'S YOUR CANES STORY? - JOE WILLIAMS

    🎙️ What’s Your Canes Story? — Presented by U Heard Before he was co-hosting U Heard and helping build one of the most passionate Canes communities online… Joe Williams was just a kid from Queens chasing football dreams. 🏈🌪️ In this episode, we sit down with Joey, co-founder and co-host of U Heard, to tell the story that started long before the podcast launched in 2022. Growing up in Queens, New York, opportunities to play football weren’t exactly around every corner—but that didn’t stop him from falling in love with the game. Joey takes us through his unlikely journey from the streets of NYC to Emporia State University, where the culture shock was real, the bus rides home were long, and his teammates got a true taste of New York thanks to the legendary DJ Clue mixtapes he’d bring back to Kansas. But through every mile, every challenge, and every adjustment, one thing stayed constant: his love for the Miami Hurricanes. Joey talks about becoming a Canes fan back in the early 80s, what drew him to The U, and why that connection has only grown stronger over time. We also get into the deeper side of Joey’s story—especially the role his mother played as the driving force behind him finishing his Master’s degree. Her belief in him helped fuel the perseverance that still defines him today. This episode is about more than football. It’s about family, sacrifice, culture, ambition, and the journey that shapes a lifelong Cane. There’s so much more to Joey’s story… and this is just the beginning. Follow & Support U Heard: 🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/uheardpod 🐦 Twitter/X: @UHeardPodcast 📸 Instagram: @UHeardPodcast 🎥 YouTube: U Heard Podcast #WhatsYourCanesStory #UHeard #GoCanes #TheU #MiamiHurricanes #CanesFam #QueensNY #CollegeFootball #EmporiaState #CanesCulture #DJClue #HurricaneNation 🌪️🟧🟩

    1h 8m

  3. MAY 7

    HUNTING MENTALITY - EPISODE 339

    The recruiting rollercoaster might be taking another turn in Coral Gables 👀 In this episode of U Heard, we break down the latest buzz surrounding 5-star OL recruit Mark Matthews and why the tide may finally be shifting Miami’s way. Is Mario Cristobal closing in for another signature South Florida win, or are we all just reading too deeply into cryptic visits and loafers? Speaking of… does Coach Cristobal have a fresh pair of lucky loafers fueling this recruiting heater? 🟠🟢We also dive into Mario’s latest comments about maintaining a “hunting mentality” inside the program and why that mindset could define the next step of Miami’s championship climb. Then we break down the defensive staff shakeup as Will Harris adds Defensive Pass Game Coordinator duties while continuing to lead the secondary, and Terry Jefferson officially steps into the Defensive Backs Coach role. What do these moves mean for Miami’s defensive identity and recruiting momentum on the back end?Recruiting smoke, coaching promotions, loafers, and that relentless Cristobal mindset… You already know we had to talk about it 😎🙌🎧 Tap in everywhere you get your podcasts!🔗 https://linktr.ee/uheardpod#MiamiHurricanes #Canes #GoCanes #TheU #MarioCristobal #MarkMatthews #CanesFootball #Recruiting #CFB #CollegeFootball #ACC #WillHarris #TerryJefferson #CanesFam #Miami #UM #UHeard #ItsAllAboutTheU #CanesNation

    49 min

  4. MAY 5

    What's Your Canes Story? - Polk Cane

    🎙️ What’s Your Canes Story? — Presented by U HeardSome fans talk about The U…Polk Cane lives it—every single pitch, play, and possession. ⚾🌪️In this episode, we sit down with Polk, a Sunday co-host of U Heard and a man whose passion for baseball (and the Canes) runs deep. Before he was breaking down games on the mic, Polk was out there chasing it for real—getting drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the early 2000s, and even being evaluated by the same scout who had eyes on Pat Burrell. Yeah… Polk’s story has real baseball roots.But this isn’t just about the diamond.Polk takes us back to where it all started—his grandfather, the original architect of his Canes fandom. The one who made sure Orange & Green wasn’t just a color scheme, it was a way of life. From those early moments to the realization that being a Cane just means more, Polk’s journey is all heart.We also get into his personal Canes Mount Rushmore (and yes… you’ll have opinions 👀), plus a powerful look at how his mom shaped his love of sports, competition, and the grind that comes with it.From MLB dreams to Canes diehard, Polk’s story is about family, foundation, and never losing that love for the game—no matter where life takes you.Because at the end of the day…Once a Cane, always a Cane.Follow & Support U Heard:🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/uheardpod🐦 Twitter/X: @UHeardPodcast📸 Instagram: @UHeardPodcast🎥 YouTube: U Heard Podcast#WhatsYourCanesStory #UHeard #GoCanes #TheU #CanesBaseball #MiamiHurricanes #CanesFam #MLBDraft #BaseballLife #CanesCulture #HurricaneNation 🌪️🟧🟩

    1h 17m

  5. MAY 3

    TY KEYS COMMITS - EPISODE 338

    The pipeline stays loaded in Coral Gables. The Miami Hurricanes football just added another weapon to the backfield with the commitment of ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ RB Ty Keys out of Poplarville, Mississippi—and yeah… the film is as loud as the stars.We break down what Keys brings to the offense: burst, vision, and that “one-cut and it’s over” gear that travels well on Saturdays. How does he fit into Mario Cristobal’s long-term blueprint? And what does this say about Miami dipping into SEC country and winning?Then… the internet does what it does best. A Mario Cristobal video goes viral, and we’ve got thoughts. Is it fuel? Is it fluff? Or is it just more evidence that The U is moving differently right now?From recruiting momentum to culture-setting clips, we’re connecting all the dots—because this isn’t random… It’s a strategy.🎧 Tap in and find out why the noise around Miami is only getting louder.🔗 Get all episodes, merch, and more: https://linktr.ee/uheardpod⁠#UHeard #GoCanes #MiamiHurricanes #CanesFootball #RecruitingTrail #TyKeys #MarioCristobal #CollegeFootball #CFBRecruiting #BuiltDifferent #TheU #CanesFam

    31 min

  6. APR 30

    WAKE ME UP IN DECEMBER? - EPISODE 337

    Missing on backyard talent again?! Say it ain’t so…On this episode of U Heard, we dive headfirst into the latest recruiting rollercoaster surrounding 5⭐ OL Mark Matthews out of St. Thomas Aquinas High School. If Miami lets another elite South Florida trench monster slip away, what does that really say about the state of recruiting under Mario Cristobal? Is it a red flag—or just the reality of modern NIL chaos? We break down the implications, the optics, and whether it’s time to panic… or just exhale.Then, we shift gears to a major administrative change as Dan Radakovich steps away after five years leading the Canes. From leaving Clemson University to returning to Coral Gables, we look at his legacy, the wins, the misses, and what his retirement means for the future direction of Miami athletics. Who’s next up—and how important is this hire in shaping the next era of The U?It’s a loaded episode full of real talk, big questions, and that signature U Heard energy you already know.🎙️ Tap in and join the conversation—because at Miami… it just means more.🎧 Listen on all audio platforms + grab the merch: https://linktr.ee/uheardpod#UHeard #GoCanes #MiamiHurricanes #CanesFootball #TheU #RecruitingTrail #CollegeFootball #CFB #NIL #SouthFloridaTalent #TrenchMonsters #MarkMatthews #StThomasAquinas #MarioCristobal #DanRadakovich #CanesFam

    52 min

  7. APR 28

    WHAT'S YOUR CANES STORY? - PHIL RUSSOMANNO

    🎙️ What’s Your Canes Story? — Presented by U HeardSome people earn a degree from The U…Phil Russomanno said, “I’ll take three.” 🎓🎓🎓In this episode, we sit down with a certified TRIPLE CANE, a title that’s not given—it’s earned. Phil’s journey from Oakhurst, New Jersey to Coral Gables is the definition of turning a dream into a lifestyle.It all started back in 2001, when a young Phil watched the Miami Hurricanes dominate their way to a National Championship—and just like that, he was hooked. What began as admiration turned into aspiration… and eventually reality.Phil walks us through his path at the University of Miami, stacking degrees like trophies:📚 BBA in Finance & Economics (2019)📊 MS in Business Analytics (2021)💼 MBA (2024)But this story isn’t just about academics—it’s about commitment to The U, embracing the culture, and fully immersing yourself in what it means to be a Cane.From snowy Jersey roots to sunny Saturdays in Miami, Phil’s story is one of vision, persistence, and straight-up Canes pride.Because being a Cane once is special…But being a Triple Cane? That’s legendary.Follow & Support U Heard:🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/UHeardPod🐦 Twitter/X: @UHeardPodcast📸 Instagram: @UHeardPodcast🎥 YouTube: U Heard Podcast#WhatsYourCanesStory #UHeard #TripleCane #GoCanes #TheU #MiamiHurricanes #CanesFam #CanesCulture #CollegeFootball #UniversityOfMiami #HurricaneNation 🌪️🟧🟩

    40 min

  8. APR 27

    9 CANES DRAFTED! - EPISODE 336

    The Miami Hurricanes just turned the NFL Draft into their own personal runway—and in this episode of U Heard, we’re breaking down how NINE Canes heard their names called in a statement-making weekend for Mario Cristobal’s program.From the bright lights of Round 1 to the gritty value picks in the later rounds, Miami showed the football world what “Built at The U” really means. We dive into franchise-changing selections like Francis Mauigoa heading to the New York Giants, Rueben Bain Jr. landing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Akheem Mesidor bringing the juice to the Los Angeles Chargers.But the Canes weren’t done cooking…We break down the rest of the class, making our way to Sundays:Carson Beck ➝ Arizona CardinalsMarbella Bell ➝ Philadelphia EaglesJakobe Thomas & Keionte Scott ➝ Minnesota VikingsAnez Cooper ➝ New York JetsCJ Daniels ➝ Los Angeles RamsNine draftees. Three first-rounders. One clear message: The U is BACK, producing elite talent at every level.We talk development, culture, and why this draft haul is more than just numbers—it’s proof that Cristobal’s blueprint is turning Coral Gables into a pipeline again. If you’ve been watching closely…this was inevitable.🎧 Tap in and celebrate a MASSIVE weekend for the Canes with us.🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/uheardpod#UHeard #MiamiHurricanes #TheU #NFLDraft #CanesToTheLeague #BuiltAtTheU #MarioCristobal #GoCanes #NFL #DraftNight #CollegeFootball

    1h 1m
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Welcome to U Heard! Join Ben, Joe, CB, and Polk, your go-to guys for all things Miami Hurricanes football. Every Wednesday and Sunday, we dive deep into the heart of Canes Nation, bringing you the hottest takes, insightful analysis, and hilarious banter. We've got you covered from game breakdowns and recruiting news to offseason rumors and bold predictions. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual observer, U Heard is your one-stop shop for all things orange and green.

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  • Creator
    Ben Borges & Joe Williams
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    358
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ben Borges & Joe Williams
  • Show Website
    U Heard

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