This show is about the people. Ben dives in to get to know who your favorite college athletes really are. Not the game. Not the Glory. This is about their story. What is their WHY? No excuses. Just Reasons. 84 Reasons.
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A podcast for ”professional amateur” triathletes sharing their journeys and talking about training. @thetriathlonpodcast
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Each week, the Official Football Learning Academy podcast will take you deep into the history of this great game. Through interviews with players, coaches, or administrators in the NFL, as well as interviews with Pro Football Hall of Fame selectors, authors, and historians, you will learn about how the game evolved and important moments that shaped the sport into what it is today. You will also get first-hand accounts from the people who have made history in pro football.
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Our mission is to inspire individuals to pursue a deeper relationship with the Lord as well as following their inner desires and dreams. We believe that the truth of Christ is a catalyst to His passion for us to be a light in our communities. The Xclnce Podcast is designed to be a platform for believers within the athletic community to share stories of perseverance in using their faith to affect the people around them in a positive way. My vision for this podcast series is not only to inspir ...
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Ben has been racing as a top end age grouper in the Olympic distance, half IM and full IM for over 10 years. More recently he has made the shift into coaching starting up The Endurance Co. Ben shares his story into the world of triathlon, along with some interesting insights into training & racing. Showing why he is a much loved and respected perso…
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You often hear stories of people taking on Ironman events without a true understanding of what they are getting themselves into. Jobe would be the first to admit that he was one of those people. Hear how he tackled the challenge head on and came out the other side victorious.By CarlAshdown
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Episode 212 - Contributor Profile of Bucko Kilroy
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21:36Today, we focus on trailblazer Bucko Kilroy, the long-time personnel person with the Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins, Dallas Cowboys, and New England Patriots. Later, we will sit down with Pro Football Hall of Fame selector and member of the Hall of Fame’s Blue-Ribbon Committee for Contributors Clark Judge to discuss Kilroy. To learn more …
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Episode 211 - Contributor Profile of Eddie Kotal
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22:09Today, we focus on trailblazer Eddie Kotal, the long-time scout for the Los Angeles Rams and the person responsible for putting together great Rams teams, including the 1951 NFL Championship team. Later, we will sit down with Pro Football Hall of Fame selector and member of the Hall of Fame’s Blue-Ribbon Committee for Contributors Clark Judge. To l…
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Digits Dynasty is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. HIGHLIGHTED SHOW - DIGITS DYNASTY “Digits Dynasty” is an engaging podcast where we debate the greatest athletes to don each uniform number in sports history. Each episode focuses on a specific number, featuring passionate discussions, stats, and anecdotes…
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Bailey is one of Australia's best young triathletes, winning a number of races spanning short course to 70.3 triathlon from a very short time in the sport. Bailey was kind enough to join us for a chat on the podcast, discussing a large range of things including triathlon training in Noosa to his favorite mid ride bakery choices. @baileytuddenham_…
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Tom Page is an incredible athlete and even better bloke. Trained by the Trivelo powerhouse, he has dominated age group triathlon for the past few years and recently made the jump to professional racing. Tom was kind enough to share his journey with us and how he juggles life as a professional triathlete whilst doing his first year as a medical inte…
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From AFL to Crossfit to Triathlon, Adam Lynch has taken his experience in other sports and thrived as a triathlete. At the very pointy end of age group racing, Adam shares about the struggles of balancing training with 2 businesses, and a wife with a baby on the way. @_adamlynchBy carlm7
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Twiggy took up triathlon relatively late in life but has more than made for it diving into training, racing and coaching. Twiggy shares his journey into the world of triathlon, his thoughts on how to balance training and life; and shifting into full time coaching. Interested in coaching or following Twiggy? Instagram: @twiggy_johnson @rpg_coaching …
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with former Gator Carlos Perez. Carlos and Ben talk about their playing days at UF, his life after football and more.By Ben Troupe
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SHN PRESENTS: GP Soccer Podcast - SHN Trailers
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2:14GP Soccer Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. HIGHLIGHTED SHOW Giovanni Pacini is a noted expert in the game with significant expertise in the areas of player and coach development. He is a United Soccer Coaches Master Coach, member of its National Staff, and National Goalkeeper Staff. He is a USY…
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Ben sits down with his former teammate Taylor Jacobs this week on 84 Reasons. Ben and Taylor talk about their playing days together, Taylor's journey to UF and what life after football has looked like for the former Gator's star wide receiver.By Ben Troupe
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Episode 210 - Interview with the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Rich Desrosiers
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1:06:03This episode’s special guest is the Chief Communications & Content Officer with the Pro Football Hall of Fame: Rich Desrosiers. In this episode, we talk about his career, the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and the Hall of Fame selection process. We also talk about some of the new exhibits at the Hall of Fame. Football Learning Academy Website: To learn…
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One of the newest members of the Florida Gators football team joins Ben on this episode of 84 Reasons. Caleb Rillos talks with Ben about his journey transferring from the Air Force Academy, what he thinks his impact on this years Gators team will be and more!By Ben Troupe
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This episode of 84 Reasons features 2006 National Champion Brian Crum. Ben and Brian talk about their days playing together, growing up in south Georgia, winning the National Championship, life after football and more.By Ben Troupe
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209 - Interview with Former NFL Tight End Ben Troupe
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1:24:47This episode's special guest is Ben Troupe, former tight end with the Tennessee Titans. In this episode, we discuss the skills necessary to play the tight end position in the NFL. Ben was an All-SEC and All-American while at the University of Florida. He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2004 and stayed with the team until 2007. He then spent …
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe talks with his former team mate and member of the 2006 National Championship team Jarvis Moss. Ben and Jarvis talk about their playing days at UF, coming to Florida from Texas high school football and his life after UF.By Ben Troupe
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Ben Chase, the Director of NIL Strategy at the University of Florida joins Ben Troup on 84 Reasons to talk about the ever changing landscape of NIL in college athletics, what the University of Florida is doing in that space and Ben's journey to become where he is today.By Ben Troupe
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Episode 208 - Tribute to Former NFL Linebacker Bill Bergey
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31:38This episode is a tribute to former NFL linebacker Bill Bergey, whose passing was announced Christmas Day. We include an archival interview that host Ken Crippen did with Bergey back in 2012 to let him know that he was inducted into the Professional Football Researcher’s Association’s Hall of Very Good and his thoughts on it are discussed in the in…
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Ciatrick Fason joins Ben Troupe on this episode of 84 Reasons. Ciatrick Fason is a former Florida Gators running back who played for the Gators from 2002-2004. Ciatrick and Ben catch up on this episode and talk all things Gators football past, present and future.By Ben Troupe
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Episode 207 - Interview with Former NFL Offensive Tackle George Kunz
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30:37This episode’s special guest is former NFL offensive tackle George Kunz, who played for the Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Colts. He was the second overall pick in the 1969 NFL draft, behind O.J. Simpson. He earned seven trips to the Pro Bowl in his nine-year playing career. This podcast is the first part of our discussion with George. The second pa…
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Ben Troupe is joined by former Florida Gator's running back Kelvin Taylor this week on 84 Reasons. Ben talks to Kelvin about his time at Florida, his impressive high school career and leaving his own legacy. Ben and Kelvin also talk about the current Florida Gators football team and who Kelvin thinks is going to be the next big star at Florida.…
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Steve Harris joins Ben again as the first recurring guest on the show. Ben and Steve talk about the current state of the Gators football program, what they are liking and what they think needs to be fixed. Ben and Steve also talk about what it takes to be a championship caliber program and about their time at UF.…
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Episode 206 - Interview with Former NFL Player Daniel Wilcox
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1:20:20This episode’s special guest is former NFL tight end Daniel Wilcox, who played for the New York Jets, won a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and played for the Baltimore Ravens. Hear his honest thoughts of playing for Herm Edwards, Jon Gruden, and John Harbaugh. Football Learning Academy Website: To learn more about the FLA, go to: https:/…
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205 - Interview with Hall of Fame Selector Clark Judge
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1:13:07This episode’s special guest is Pro Football Hall of Fame selector Clark Judge, who not only serves on the main selection committee, but is also a member of the Blue-Ribbon Committee for Contributors. We talk about the new selection process, as well as some of the seniors, coaches, and contributors that may become finalists this year. Football Lear…
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Episode 204 – Archival Interview with Hall of Fame Coach Bill Parcells
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45:54This episode is a celebration of the 100th season of the New York Giants. We will talk about their early history, early Hall of Famers, and will cap it off with an archival interview with Hall of Fame coach Bill Parcells. Football Learning Academy Website: To learn more about the FLA, go to: https://www.football-learning-academy.com Social Media: F…
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This episode of 84 Reasons features one of the newest members of the Florida Gators basketball team, Viktor Mikic. Viktor and Ben talk about wanting to play for Todd Golden, playing basketball in Serbia and what he brings to the table for the Gators.By Ben Troupe
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with Florida Basketball Player Kajus Kublikas. Kajus and Ben talk about his home country of Lithuania, playing for the Gators, international basketball and more.By Ben Troupe
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Episode 203 - Interview with Legendary Broadcaster Chris Berman
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1:15:03Today’s special guest is legendary broadcaster Chris Berman, who joined ESPN in 1979, a month after its founding. He spent 31 years hosting Sunday NFL Countdown and ten years hosting Monday Night Countdown, among his many other duties at the network. In this episode, we go behind the scenes at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies, as …
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with Florida Gators offensive lineman Enoch Wangoy. Ben and Enoch talk about his unique journey to playing college football after growing up in England and only coming to the United States a few years ago. They also talk about what life in America has been like so far and his reasons for committing to Florida. Ben …
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Episode 202 - Interview with Trailblazing College Quarterback Greg Thomas
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44:45This episode’s special guest is Greg Thomas, who made history when he was the first starting African-American quarterback in high school in San Angelo, Texas, and he became the first African-American starting quarterback in University of Arkansas history. He was 28-8 as a starter, played in four bowl games, and was named MVP of the 1987 Liberty Bow…
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe sits down with former Gatorade National Player of the Year and SEC Freshman of the year Keagan Rothrock from the Florida Gators softball team. Ben and Keagan talk about her decision to commit to UF at a young age, her first season of college softball and her outlook on next season. Ben Troupe is a former NFL playe…
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SHN Presents: This Day in Sports History - SHN Trailers
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2:44This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. HIGHLIGHTED SHOW: THIS DAY IN SPORTS HISTORY Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports …
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Ben Troupe sits down with Willie Jackson Jr this week on 84 Reasons. Willie and Ben talk about the legacy of 3 generations of Jacksons at UF, Willie's playing career and what life after football has looked like for the Gator great.By Ben Troupe
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Episode 201 - Interview with Pro Football Hall of Famer Ron Mix
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57:29Today’s special guest is Hall of Fame offensive lineman Ron Mix, who played for the Los Angeles/San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders. He was a nine-time all-AFL player and an eight-time AFL All-Star. For the Pro Football History Nugget of the Week, we talk about we talk about other American Football League players who played all ten years of …
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Ben sits down with former Florida Senior Associate Athletic Director Keith Carodine on this episode of 84 Reasons. Keith talks with Ben about his 25+ years at UF, the decision he made to come to UF in the early 90's, the impact he had on so many student athletes over the years and more.By Ben Troupe
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe sits down with Florida Gators big man Alex Condon. Alex is back home in Australia for the summer and talks to Ben about his first season at UF, his basketball journey in Australia and what he thinks of the '24-'25 team. Ben Troupe is a former NFL player and All American tight end at the University of Florida. He n…
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe sits down with Florida Track and Field star Jenoah McKiver. Ben talks with Jenoah about his time he has spent at UF so far, transferring to UF from Iowa and the success he has had so far this season. Ben Troupe is a former NFL player and All American tight end at the University of Florida. He now does sports talk …
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This episode of 84 Reasons features one of the best running backs in Florida Gators history, Earnest Graham. Ben sits down with his former team mate to talk about their time at Florida, the NFL, what life after football is like and the latest member of the Graham family that is going to be playing in the swamp.…
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Episode 135 - Interview with Pro Football Hall of Fame Linebacker Brian Urlacher
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34:19Today’s special guest is Hall of Fame linebacker Brian Urlacher, who played with the Chicago Bears from 2000 through 2012. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018. In this episode, we talk about something that is important to both Brian and me, and that is helping retired players in need. Brian is on the board of directors for th…
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe sits down to talk with Florida baseball start Jac Caglianone. Ben and Jac talk about his time at UF so far, how Florida Victorious is making an impact on student athletes and his unique skillset on the diamond. Ben Troupe is a former NFL player and All American tight end at the University of Florida. He now does s…
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe sits down to talk with former Florida Gators basketball star Teddy Dupay. Ben and Teddy talk about the early years of the Billy Donovan era, building the program to what it was and what it will take to get back to the top of the college basketball world.By Ben Troupe
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Episode 134 - Interview with Former NFL Quarterback Heath Shuler
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49:51Today’s special guest is former NFL quarterback Heath Shuler, who played with Washington and the New Orleans Saints. After his football career, he was elected to the United States House of Representatives for three terms. We talk about all of this and more in this episode. For the Pro Football History Nugget of the Week, we discuss George Taliaferr…
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One of the newest members of the Florida Gators Volleyball team joins us this week as Ben sits down to get to know Isabel Martin. Isabel joins Ben from her home in Germany as she talks about her journey from a small town in Germany to the US and eventually making her way to Gainesville to play volleyball. Ben Troupe is a former NFL player and All A…
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Episode 133 - Interview with Former NFL Linebacker Reggie Williams
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1:16:57Today’s special guest is former Cincinnati Bengals’ linebacker Reggie Williams. He played with the team from 1976 through 1989, was named NFL Man of the Year in 1986, The “Whizzer” White NFL Man of the Year in 1985 and the Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year in 1987. After his football career, he became an executive in the World League of A…
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben sits down and talks to Florida Gators Softball outfielder Korbe Otis. Ben and Korbe talk about about her journey through the years of travel softball, the impact her dad has had on her life and softball career and what led her to ultimately coming to Florida to become a Gator. Ben Troupe is a former NFL player and All Am…
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe talks with Florida Gators golfer Ian Gilligan. Ben talks to Ian about how he had to battle and beat lymphoma at a young age and how that shaped him into the person he is today. They also discuss his recent win at the Southern Highlands Collegiate and his experience visiting Augusta National. Ben Troupe is a former…
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Episode 132 - Archival Interview with Former NFL Linebacker Andy Russell
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13:30Today, we are focusing on Andy Russell, who passed away February 29th at the age of 82. I interviewed him back in 2012 and the audio you’re about to listen to is from that interview. Russell played linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1963 through 1976. He was on two of the Steelers Super Bowl Championship teams and went to seven Pro Bowls. …
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This week on 84 Reasons Ben Troupe talks with Gators Gymnastics star Victoria Nguyen. Ben talks with Victoria about her upbringing in gymnastics and being a part of a big competitive family as well as her decision to transfer and how she ended up becoming a Gator and more.By Ben Troupe
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This episode of 84 Reasons features former Gators defensive lineman and NFL veteran Ian Scott. Ben talks with his former teammate about his days playing for the Bears, coaching after football and his current role as head coach at Gainesville High School.By Ben Troupe
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