Mind the Snap

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Mind the Snap is the NFL podcast you never knew you needed—hosted by two forty-something English mates who’ve traded pints at the pub for plays on the field. Join Ryan and Lee as they dive headfirst into the weird and wonderful world of American football, tackling everything from touchdowns to terrible coaching calls with dry wit, healthy skepticism, and a touch of British bewilderment. Whether you're a seasoned fan or just trying to understand what a "3rd and long" actually means, Mind the Snap brings fresh eyes, honest laughs, and a lot of accidental insight to the NFL season, one game at a time.

  1. 2D AGO

    Viva Las Raiders

    🏴‍☠️ SILVER & BLACK HAS NO BORDERS 🏴‍☠️ This week on Mind the Snap, we’re joined by Mexico’s International Fan of the Year for Las Vegas Raiders — Barbara Estrada! From discovering the Raiders during the rise of cable TV in Mexico, to becoming a passionate voice within Raider Nation MX, Barbara shares an incredible story about identity, resilience, community and what it truly means to wear Silver & Black. 🇲🇽 In this episode we cover: ⚫ Barbara’s Raiders origin story ⚪ What it’s like being an NFL fan in Mexico 🏈 Her unforgettable NFL Draft experience 🔥 Quick Fire Round chaos ☠️ Why YOU should become a Raiders fan We also hear the amazing story of how Barbara found out she was heading to the Draft thanks to an encounter with Jimena Sánchez… and why she’s STILL waiting for Mike Washington Jr. to finally reach out 👀 Expect passion, stories from Raider Nation MX, plenty of laughs, and proof that the NFL community truly stretches across the world. 🎧 Listen now and join the chaos. #Raiders #RaiderNation #NFL #LasVegasRaiders #Mexico #NFLInternational #MindTheSnap #RaiderNationMX #SilverAndBlack

    31 min

  2. MAY 14

    From Canada to Bills Mafia Royalty 🦬🇨🇦 | Buffalo Bills Fan of the Year

    🇨🇦🦬 BUFFALO BILLS INTERNATIONAL FAN OF THE YEAR 🦬🇨🇦 This week on the Mind the Snap Podcast, we’re joined by Buffalo Bills International Fan of the Year, Darryl Russell! 🔥 From his Bills origin story and how he fell in love with the team, to what it’s REALLY like being a Bills fan in Canada, Darryl brings passion, emotion, and some incredible stories from Bills Mafia. We also dive into: 🏈 The International Fan of the Year experience 🦬 The atmosphere and culture of Buffalo 🍁 Canadian Bills fandom 🎤 Draft memories and representing Bills Mafia ❤️ A heartfelt message to the fans If you love the NFL, fan stories, and the chaos of Bills Mafia… this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and join the Snappers community. #NFL #BuffaloBills #BillsMafia #MindTheSnap #NFLUK #InternationalFanOfTheYear #Buffalo #NFLPodcast #BillsFans #Canada #NFLDraft

    32 min
  3. International Fans of the Year: What Could Go Wrong?

    MAY 7

    International Fans of the Year: What Could Go Wrong?

    🏈 INTERNATIONAL FANS OF THE YEAR SPECIAL 🏈 This week on Mind the Snap, we’re joined by FIVE incredible NFL fans fresh back from Pittsburgh after representing their teams at the NFL Draft as International Fans of the Year! 🇺🇸✈️🇬🇧 Joining us this week: 🔴 Brad Symcox – Kansas City Chiefs 🟢 Ant Cook – New York Jets 🟣 Jamie Pembroke – Baltimore Ravens 🟠 Wayne Collard – Miami Dolphins 🟣 John Macdonald – Minnesota Vikings We dive into: 🏟️ Their experiences in Pittsburgh during Draft weekend 📖 Incredible stories from the trip 🎤 What it’s REALLY like representing your NFL team abroad 🔥 Why YOU should support their teams if you’re a new NFL fan 😂 Travel chaos, fan culture, NFL passion and plenty of classic Mind the Snap carnage From the Kingdom to Gang Green, Skol Nation to Fins Up and Ravens Flock… this episode is a celebration of international NFL fandom and the community that makes this sport special. If you’re new to the NFL, thinking about choosing a team, or just love hearing fan stories from across the globe — this one’s for you. 👇 Let us know on the socials which fanbase would recruit you? #NFL #NFLDraft #KansasCityChiefs #Jets #Ravens #Vikings #Dolphins #NFLUK #MindTheSnap #AmericanFootball #InternationalFansOfTheYear

    34 min

  4. APR 23

    Mind the Snap - NFL Draft Special: Picks, Predictions & Chaos

    The biggest night of the offseason is here… and the chaos is just getting started. In this special Draft Episode of Mind the Snap, we break down everything you need to know heading into draft night — from the basics for new fans to bold predictions that will definitely come back to haunt us. We kick things off with a high-energy Intro, setting the tone for what promises to be one of the most unpredictable drafts in years. Then we take it back to basics with What is the Draft, giving a clear, no-nonsense guide for anyone still figuring out how it all works. From there, it’s all about our teams. 🔥 Lee’s Bears Spotlight — What do the Chicago Bears need, and who could transform their future? Expect strong opinions, questionable logic, and at least one pick that might shock you. 🦬 Ryan’s Bills Spotlight — The Buffalo Bills are right on the edge… so what’s the move? Reload, retool, or go all-in? Ryan lays it all out. Then it’s time for the chaos. 🎯 Mind the Snap’s First Round Predictions — No fences sat on here. We’re calling it: who goes where, surprise reaches, draft-day slides, and the picks that will break the internet. 🤝 Snappers Picks — Our community gets their say. Listener takes, bold calls, and maybe even better predictions than ours (we won’t admit it if they are). Whether you’re a draft expert or just here for the madness, this episode has everything you need to get locked in before the picks start flying. 📲 Follow & join the chaos: X (Twitter): @mindthesnappod Instagram & TikTok: @mindthesnappodcast 🎧 Tap in, get involved, and… Mind the Snap.

    57 min

  5. MAR 14

    Mind the Snap - Playing for more than the game

    🎙️ Playing for more than the game 🎙️ This week on Mind The Snap, we’re proud to take part in Podcasthon 2026, the global movement where podcasts come together to shine a light on incredible charities making a real difference in the world. For our charity episode, we’re supporting the life-saving work of the British Heart Foundation. Heart and circulatory diseases affect millions of people across the UK, and the British Heart Foundation funds groundbreaking research, supports medical innovation, and helps communities access life-saving equipment like defibrillators and CPR training. In this special episode, we talk about: • Why heart health matters more than people realise • The hidden risks like high blood pressure – the silent killer • The importance of research, prevention and early diagnosis • The incredible work the British Heart Foundation does every day to save lives We also put it the Mind The Snap way — explaining heart health using NFL comparisons, because sometimes the best way to understand something serious… is through the game we love. If you enjoy the episode, please consider supporting the British Heart Foundation. Even a small donation helps fund the research and innovation that saves lives every day. ❤️ Donate: https://www.bhf.org.ukhttps://www.justgiving.com/page/ryan-hubbard-3?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=020 🎙️ Part of: Podcasthon 2026 – podcasts supporting charities worldwide Because sometimes the most important plays happen off the field.

    17 min

  6. FEB 28

    Mind the Snap - Kingdom Without Borders 🇬🇧❤️💛

    This week on Mind the Snap, we roll out the red and gold carpet as we welcome Kansas City Chiefs International Fan of the Year, Brad Symcox to the show. From discovering the Chiefs through a random twist of NFL fate… to falling head-first into Chiefs Kingdom… to standing proudly as the franchise’s International Fan of the Year — Brad’s journey is proof that fandom has no borders. We dive into: 🏈 How he first became a Kansas City Chiefs fan 🌍 The road from UK supporter to International Fan of the Year 🏟️ Arrowhead memories and unforgettable Chiefs moments 🎥 Creating hype content that fires up Chiefs Kingdom 🤝 The friendships and community that make this sport special And of course… we tackle the question the world really wants answered: 🇬🇧 Marmite — does he love it… or does he hate it? It’s a brilliant conversation about passion, community, and what it truly means to represent your team on the global stage. Chiefs Kingdom… this one’s for you.

    1h 1m

  7. FEB 21

    Mind the Snap Season 1 - Episode 28

    🎙️ **Mind The Snap – Episode 28: Season 1 Awards, Receipts & North Division Reality Checks** Season 1… wrapped. And because this is Mind The Snap, we’re not just walking off quietly — we’re opening the books, checking the tapes, and reading out the receipts. This week’s episode is a full Season 1 reflection special, and yes… some of our early takes are under serious review. Here’s what’s on the slate: 🏈 **Season 1 Recap** The storylines that defined the year, the teams that surprised us, and the narratives that completely flipped by the end. 🏆 **Snappers of the Year Awards** Our official (and occasionally chaotic) end-of-season honours. MVPs, difference-makers, and the players who truly moved the needle. 🎯 **Pick 6 – Weeks 1–6 Results** The accountability segment. Who dominated? Who struggled? Who needs to retire from predictions immediately? 📊 **Divisional Predictions Revisited – NFC North & AFC North** We go back to our preseason calls and see how they aged. Some look solid. Some… not so much. 👏 **Season 1 Guest Shout-Outs** A proper thank you to everyone who joined us in Season 1. The guests helped shape the show, raise the level, and bring the chaos in all the right ways. Episode 28 is reflection, recognition, and a little self-evaluation — exactly how a season review should be. Strap in. The tape doesn’t lie.

    46 min

  8. FEB 14

    Mind the Snap Season 1 - Episode 27

    🏈 Mind The Snap – Episode 27 In Episode 27 of Mind The Snap, we dive deep into Super Bowl LX — where the Seattle Seahawks dominated the New England Patriots in a 29–13 victory, capturing their second Lombardi Trophy. We break down the story of the game from start to finish, discuss how Seattle controlled every phase of play, why the Patriots struggled to find rhythm, and what this championship means for both franchises. 🎙️ What We Cover in This Episode: • Game Story & Flow: From the opening kickoff to the final whistle, we break down how the Seahawks asserted control early, led by a stifling defense that kept the Patriots off the scoreboard for three quarters and forced multiple turnovers. • Seahawks Control: Seattle’s “Dark Side” defense wreaked havoc — constant pressure, creative schemes, and game-defining plays that put the Patriots on their heels all night. • Patriots Struggles: We unpack New England’s offensive challenges, including pressure on rookie QB Drake Maye, lack of consistency through the air, and why they couldn’t sustain drives until late in the game. • MVP Performance: Kenneth Walker III takes home Super Bowl MVP honors with a standout performance on the ground — a rare feat for a running back in the modern era — and we explore what made his night so special. • Halftime Show Highlights: Beyond the football, we recap the Bad Bunny-led halftime show — its cultural impact, star appearances, and how it became one of the most watched segments of the night. • Key Takeaways: What this game means for both teams moving forward — from Seattle’s blueprint for success to New England’s path ahead — plus storylines to watch as the 2026 NFL season begins. 🎧 Whether you watched the game or just want an incisive breakdown, this episode gives you everything you need to know from the gridiron to the halftime stage. Tune in and Mind The Snap!

    22 min
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Mind the Snap is the NFL podcast you never knew you needed—hosted by two forty-something English mates who’ve traded pints at the pub for plays on the field. Join Ryan and Lee as they dive headfirst into the weird and wonderful world of American football, tackling everything from touchdowns to terrible coaching calls with dry wit, healthy skepticism, and a touch of British bewilderment. Whether you're a seasoned fan or just trying to understand what a "3rd and long" actually means, Mind the Snap brings fresh eyes, honest laughs, and a lot of accidental insight to the NFL season, one game at a time.

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  • Creator
    Mind the Snap
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
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