Playbook Diaries Podcast

Playbook Diaries Podcast

by Jardin
Season 3
Entry 28: The Coach's Daughter
Dive into the life of a coach's daughter and learn about the struggles, sacrifices, and day-to-day schedule of what goes on behind the scenes. In this Episode, Brooklyn Samuel, daughter of University of Kanas wide receiver's coach, Terrence Samuel, walks us through what it's like growing up being the daughter of football coach. Brooklyn shares about her childhood, the family's at home life, moving process, and the emotional highs and lows of college gamedays and the effects they had on the household. Whether you’re a sports fan, a coach, a parent, or just someone who loves real, raw conversations—this episode brings a fresh, honest look at the human side of football. #footballpodcast #sportsinterview #footballcoach #athletelifestyle #sportsfamily #recruitingseason #collegefootball #podcastinterview #coachsdaughter #ncaa #playbookdiaries
Entry 27: Big Beef, Big Bags & Big Busts
In this episode, host, Jardin and guest, Jay Jackson break down the OKC Thunder vs. Pacers series, Aryna Sabalenka’s tension with Coco Gauff, and Claressa Shields’ reaction to Angel Reese winning BET Sportswoman of the Year. Plus, the ladies cover Oklahoma softball’s WCWS loss to Texas Tech and the major $1M+ deal to keep NiJaree Canady at Tech. Big plays, big drama, and big money—tap in!
Entry 26: ESPN's Family Feud
Jardin & special guest Malik discuss and provide perspective in the online feud between ESPN former co-workers, Ryan Clark & Robert Griffin III, as the two go at it via social media. This week's episode dives into race and gender and the role they play in professional sports and how they are represented in corresponding media. Let us know what you think: Who was in the wrong? Ryan Clark or RG3?
Entry 25: Hoops & Hypocrites: A Discussion of Different Standards in Sports
Jardin and guest star, Malik O., talk NBA playoffs and which team will take it all, discuss if the NBA is rigged after the Dallas Mavericks receive the #1 draft pick for the second time in franchise history. The pair also compare the difference in standards of acceptability between the Bill Belichick and Shannon Sharpe's situations: Why is one acceptable and the other is not. The two finish the episode addressing the Oklahoma Sooners Softball critics regarding the complaints about Oklahoma's home field advantage during the Women's College World Series tournament: Is it fair? should the location be changed?
Entry 24: Life after the Gridiron with Kolby Listenbee
Former TCU and Buffalo Bills wide receiver Kolby Listenbee sits down with the Playbook Diaries to discuss his lawsuit against TCU and Gary Patterson, going from a hometown hero to a villain overnight, the transition from professional athlete to a regular civilian, and life after football on the latest episode. Listenbee shares his personal journey of how he discovered his passion and identity when he no longer had football and recounts details about the treatment he endured from teammates and fans after suffering from the injury that ended his career.
Entry 23: Draft Class Act
Jardin & special guest Trinity analyze the draft picks and discuss the speculation around Shedeur Sanders and the potential collusion amongst NFL owners. The ladies rank the best (and worst) chains and outfits of the draft. NIL discussions continue as the ladies question if NIL has ruined college athletics and finally the ladies review Shannon Sharpe's sexual assault lawsuit
Season 2
Entry 11: The Final Drive
Anticipating this Week's Epic Showdowns Jardin & Nicole are joined by sports influencer and analyst, Chris Polk as they discuss the difficulties and gaps in college football, including potential upsets for week 14, rivalry week predictions, and weighing in on NCAA Championship matchups. Listen as the crew walks you through the Big XII's 4-way tie and what each team needs in order to secure a spot in the conference championship game. Get updated on the new House vs. NCAA class action lawsuit and what changes in sports you can expect to see as a result.
Entry 10: College Mayhem
The SEC continues to beat each other up in the college football rankings, but who will make the final cut? Now that women's basketball favorites are in the WNBA, who will win the viewership wars in women's basketball? The college girlies, or the pros? Kiyan Anthony commits to a college. Did he follow in his father's footsteps? Should Deion Sanders consider coaching gig from the Cowboys? Find out all the updates on the Playbook Diaries!
Entry 9: Week of the Underdog
The official CFP ranking make their debut and college football takes a turn as 6 underdog teams win unexpected games. Kiyan Anthony narrows down his college choices to 3 final teams and makes an appearance on Angel Reese's podcast as she, too make headlines for her finances. Caitlin Clark is offered $1 million to play in a new, 8-week long, 3-on-3 league and Nick Bosa stirs up controversy over "Make America Great Again" hat in post-gam interviews. **Correction: 12:09 - Kiyan Anthony is the #1 ranked high school player, not college ranked
Entry 8: Upsets & Scared Refs
College football gets heated this week with major upsets across conferences. The ladies discuss the overturned, non-reviewable play during the Georgia vs. Texas game, Tennessee's upset over Alabama the New York Liberty's first Championship win over the Minnesota Lynx and the return of the NBA
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