Best Brian Crum Podcasts (2025)

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Until next time - with Dr. Kaj Johnson 57:01

30d ago57:01

57:01

We have a few surprises for our season 1 finale featuring Dr. Kaj Johnson, a geophysicist studying earthquakes remotely. Hear about Kaj's journey into the field, the connection between show choirs and teaching, listen in on a couple of potential new segments he promotes (including a drink of non-choice and a friendly competition), hear from a coupl…

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Blowing your socks off - with Dr. Arndt Schimmelmann 45:38

1M ago45:38

45:38

Dr. Arndt Schimmelmann joins us today, a geochemist focusing on organics in both natural systems and when developing lab standards. Listen in to hear about a couple of close calls in the lab, exciting field work in caves and lakes in Vietnam, his well-known reference materials program (including a range of standards from foods to hydrocarbons to ca…

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A dose of vitamin sea - with Dr. Claudia Johnson 48:29

1M ago48:29

48:29

On the show today is Dr. Claudia Johnson, a geobiologist studying ecosystems of the past and present to understand what adaptations things like corals have made to survive environmental changes over geologic time. Hear about coral reefs and coral farming (or growing baby corals to then place in various spots in our oceans), the role of reefs in our…

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Ice, ice baby - with Dr. David Lilien 43:33

2M ago43:33

43:33

Joining us today is Dr. David Lilien, a glaciologist studying glaciers and ice sheets and how ice moves. Learn about party ice - popping and fizzy glacier ice, how ice flows and moves (and how we measure it!), what goes into a field excursion to study ice (like in Antarctica or Greenland), and mushroom hunting!…

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Episode 107: Carlos Perez 54:25

2M ago54:25

54:25

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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In the AI of the hurricane - with Dr. Chanh Kieu 42:29

2M ago42:29

42:29

Joining us today is Dr. Chanh Kieu, an atmospheric scientist using modeling and machine learning to understand weather phenomena, particularly hurricane intensity and prediction. Listen to learn more about all that goes into weather prediction (and be thoroughly impressed that we can do what we can in that field!), the role of AI (artificial intell…

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I lava good volcano - with Dr. Elizabeth Kenderes 43:27

2M ago43:27

43:27

On today's show we have Dr. Elizabeth Kenderes, an igneous petrologist interested in the stories that lavas and igneous rocks may tell about how or why a volcano erupted (or didn't!). Hear about some weird volcanoes that drew her into the field as a student, what makes a good gemstone for jewelry, underground mines and drilling blast holes, and flu…

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Episode 106: Taylor Jacobs 38:31

2M ago38:31

38:31

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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I'm gonna make him a proxy he can't refuse - with Dr. Simon Brassell 44:09

2M ago44:09

44:09

On the show today is Dr. Simon Brassell, a molecular biogeochemist who specializes in organic matter and isotope geochemistry. Hear about his revolutionary work that has earned him the nickname "the Godfather of alkenones", his experiences at sea (including finding out about 9/11 while on a research cruise), the current uncertainties with US-based …

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Head in the geoengineered clouds - with Dr. Paul Goddard 44:37

3M ago44:37

44:37

We are back for the second half of our first season! Joining us to kick things off is Dr. Paul Goddard, a climate scientist and modeler who looks at how Earth may react to CO2 emissions and how we may combat some of those changes. Hear about geoengineering, or large-scale attempts to counteract anthropogenic climate change, Cincinnati chili (a warm…

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Episode 105: Caleb Rillos 46:01

3M ago46:01

46:01

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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Episode 104: Brian Crum 1:27:29

3M ago1:27:29

1:27:29

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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Episode 103: Jarvis Moss 1:00:34

3M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

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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Episode 102: Ben Chase 52:29

4M ago52:29

52:29

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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A river runs through it (and quickly aggrades) - with Dr. Brian Yanites 37:37

5M ago37:37

37:37

On our midseason finale we hear from Dr. Brian Yanites, a geomorphologist looking at how changes on Earth's surface can impact or are impacted by people, weather, animals, and even ore deposits. Learn a little bit about the history of topography, how the geosciences incorporates drones and lasers (and a time when the drones weren't very well receiv…

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Here comes the rain again (get on the porch!) - with Dr. Cody Kirkpatrick 43:11

5M ago43:11

43:11

Joining us today is Dr. Cody Kirkpatrick, a meteorologist who is interested in weather phenomena and related events. We hear about the Golden Guide that set his course, some aspects of storm chasing (and storm watching), and his passion and skill for sports analytics and prediction (apologies in advance to any Auburn fans that may listen).…

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Episode 101: Ciatrick Fason 1:00:09

6M ago1:00:09

1:00:09

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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Insane in the big brain, insane in the brain - with Dr. Jackson Njau 43:03

6M ago43:03

43:03

Joining us today is Dr. Jackson Njau, a paleoanthropologist working to understand how early humans evolved and why. Hear about his work in Olduvai Gorge, a key anthropology site in Tanzania, how our brains have grown over time (as hard as that may be to believe sometimes), and a favorite dish of his - Ndizi.…

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Super(computer climate)model - with Dr. Travis O'Brien 38:25

6M ago38:25

38:25

Today we get to know Dr. Travis O'Brien, a climate scientist who looks at and models extreme weather and other climate phenomena that could impact our day-to-day lives. We get to hear about some of his more recent work, including using climate models, his time at a national lab and how that works, and a really interesting time living on an alpaca r…

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To be(er) or not to be(er) - with Dr. Ed Herrmann 48:31

6M ago48:31

48:31

Joining us today is Dr. Ed Herrmann, a microbiologist by training who is a geoarchaeologist by way of the pharmaceutical industry and beer brewing. His geoarchaeology work draws on and builds from his experience and time in both of these seemingly unrelated fields that makes for a really exciting and unique perspective.…

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Episode 100: Kelvin Taylor 51:03

6M ago51:03

51:03

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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The Lab Rat Pack - with Dr. Julia Kelson 32:09

6M ago32:09

32:09

Listen in today and get to know Dr. Julia Kelson, a sedimentary geochemist looking at past Earth climates. Julia talks us through how she entered the field (you might say it runs in the family), some of her field experiences, and a bit about what work is like in the lab.By Shelby Rader

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Episode 99: Steve Harris 46:19

7M ago46:19

46:19

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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From Russia with love (of rocks and hazards) - with Dr. Michael Hamburger 46:05

7M ago46:05

46:05

Today Dr. Michael Hamburger, an earthquake seismologist and hazards specialist, joins us. We'll hear about his atypical journey into the geosciences, some incredible field experiences, and his time rubbing elbows with some of the Who's Whos of the climate world.By Shelby Rader

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Stuck between a rock and a sledge hammer - with Dr. Andrea Stevens Goddard 34:39

7M ago34:39

34:39

Today we get to chat with Dr. Andrea Stevens Goddard, a low-temperature thermochronologist (and proud Hoosier!) looking at how sediment is moved and stored in geologic basins.By Shelby Rader

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Welcome to the show! 31:22

7M ago31:22

31:22

Welcome to Earth on the Rocks with your host, me - Dr. Shelby Rader! On this episode, we dive in to what to expect for the rest of the season and hear a bit about how I ended up in the field.By Shelby Rader

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Viktor Mikic Conversation 40:41

9M ago40:41

40:41

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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Kajus Kublikas Conversation 38:22

10M ago38:22

38:22

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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Enoch Wangoy Conversation 32:09

11M ago32:09

32:09

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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Keagan Rothrock Conversation 36:44

11M ago36:44

36:44

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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Willie Jackson Jr Conversation 1:12:12

12M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

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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Keith Carodine Conversation 1:05:41

12M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

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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Alex Condon Conversation 38:15

1y ago38:15

38:15

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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Jenoah McKiver Conversation 34:14

1y ago34:14

34:14

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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Earnest Graham Conversation 47:51

1y ago47:51

47:51

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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Jac Caglianone Conversation 23:44

1y ago23:44

23:44

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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Teddy Dupay Conversation 1:03:09

1y ago1:03:09

1:03:09

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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Isabel Martin Conversation 33:15

1y ago33:15

33:15

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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Korbe Otis Conversation 36:34

1y ago36:34

36:34

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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Ian Gilligan Conversation 32:10

1y ago32:10

32:10

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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Victoria Nguyen Conversation 37:27

1+ y ago37:27

37:27

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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Ian Scott Conversation 37:18

1+ y ago37:18

37:18

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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Blake Purnell Conversation 35:22

1+ y ago35:22

35:22

This week on 84 Reasons Ben helps kick off the college baseball season by talking with Gators pitcher Blake Purnell. Blake talks to Ben about the recruitment process and deciding to come to Florida, playing in the college world series, what he thinks of this years team and more.By Ben Troupe

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Taylor Spierto Conversation 34:24

1+ y ago34:24

34:24

This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with Florida Gators wide out Taylor Spierto. Ben talks with Taylor about his decision to walk on at Florida, his dream of being a Gator and what it was like once he earned a scholarship.By Ben Troupe

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Hayden Hansen Conversation 38:26

1+ y ago38:26

38:26

This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with fellow Tight End and current Florida Gator Hayden Hansen. Hayden talks about why he was wanting to play for Billy Napier no matter where he was coaching and why he loves his style of coaching. He also talks about his development and the tight end room heading into the 2024 season.…

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Daniel Cross Conversation 39:49

1+ y ago39:49

39:49

This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with Florida Gators Wide Receiver Daniel Cross. Ben talks to Daniel about the journey of being a walk on in college football, his goals after football and what his role on the field and in the locker room has been during his time at UF.By Ben Troupe

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Derek Wingo Conversation 38:25

1+ y ago38:25

38:25

This week on 84 Reasons we talk with Florida Linebacker Derek Wingo. We talk with Derek about his crazy recruitment process, his decision to stick with Florida through the coaching changes and why he thinks this team will be ready to win in 2023.By Ben Troupe

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Graham Mertz Conversation 33:56

1+ y ago33:56

33:56

This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with Florida QB Graham Mertz. Graham talks with Ben about his decision to stay another year, playing QB in the SEC and why he is motivated to win in 2024.By Ben Troupe

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Aliyah Matharu Conversation 35:06

1+ y ago35:06

35:06

This week on 84 Reasons Ben talks with Florida Gators Women's Basketball guard Aliyah Matharu. Ben talks to Aliyah about her recent buzzer beater she hit, her journey to Florida, the impact her mother has on her life and this seasons team and why they feel poised to have a great year.By Ben Troupe

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Arlis Boardingham Conversation 41:50

1+ y ago41:50

41:50

This week on 84 Reasons we talk with Florida Gators Tight End Arlis Boardingham. Ben talks with Arlis about the growth and success he has shown this season, coming to Florida from California, the intensity of Gator's football fans and more.By Ben Troupe

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