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Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL | College Football | NCAA Basketball | NBA | Faith

Join published journalist and sports reporter Jack Vita each week for an in-depth breakdown of the latest news from the world of sports, featuring thoughtful analysis and exclusive interviews with athletes, coaches, executives and media members. Jack interviews athletes that provide a peak behind the curtain and a look at the daily life of a professional athlete. They also discuss life off-the-field and other various topics, including faith. Prominent guests include Brian Urlacher, Bob Nightengale,

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57:47

GOAT Fried Chicken Sandwich Competition (Popeye's +...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2020/01/19

Over the last month, Jeremy Williams and Jack have been on an investigative search to find the greatest fried chicken sandwich in the fast food game. After eating Chick-Fil-A, KFC, Popeye's, Raising Cane's and Wendy's, they share their thoughts, reviews, power rankings, and crown the GOAT fast food fried chicken sandwich. Our sincere apologies to Zaxby's, which we've heard is great, but unfortunately cannot be found in the greater Chicagoland area.

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01:31:57

MISS LOUISIANA 2017 Laryssa Bonacquisti on LSU...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2020/01/16

Jack is joined by Miss Louisiana 2017 (and journalist) Laryssa Bonacquisti (0:00 - 15:30) to talk about the importance of LSU's National Championship in the wake of tragedy + the legacy of Joe Burrow and the 2019 Bayou Bengals. Then, Jake Paliga returns to the podcast to break down the College Football National Championship, the prospects of Joe Burrow's NFL career, and how the 2019-2020 National Championship game will be remembered (15:30 - 36:45). Next, they turn to pro football to recap the

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01:28:04

1.9.20 MLB Offseason Coverage with Zach Jones

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2020/01/10

Jack welcomes former Northwestern Wildcats' first baseman Zach Jones to the podcast. Together, they discuss all of the hot button subjects surrounding the MLB offseason. Where will Josh Donaldson, Nicholas Castellanos and Marcell Ozuna wind up? Will Kris Bryant, Francisco Lindor, Nolan Arenado, or Mookie Betts get traded? Who are the winter's winners and losers? All this, and plenty more!

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01:38:29

1.6.20 Wild Card Weekend Recap + Divisional Playoffs...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2020/01/08

Jordan Morandini returns to help Jack recap the happenings from Wild Card Weekend 2020. Are the Patriots over? Has Brady played his last game? Did the Saints get hosed again? Can Kirk take the Vikings on a deep playoff run? Are the Ravens on upset alert? Is Mahomes-Watson the 2020's version of Brady-Manning? All this, and plenty more!

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01:34:42

1.2.20 Wild Card Weekend Preview

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2020/01/03

Jack rings in the new year with Jordan Morandini, as they preview the first round of the NFL playoffs and look back on their preseason predictions. Which picks hit the mark, and where were they dead wrong? What is the most intriguing match-up of Wild Card Weekend? Full game previews for all four of the weekend's game.

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01:48:31

Best of the Decade (2010s) with Paul Oren

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/12/23

Paul Oren from the Northwest Indiana Times and Union Street Hoops podcast, joins Jack to look back on the decade that was in the world of sports. Together, they compile their All-Decade team selections for NBA (0:00 - 14:05), college basketball (14:05 - 45:23), MLB (45:23 - 1:18:25) and NFL (1:18:25 - 1:31:35). They also talk about some of their favorite sports images and moments from the decade along the way. They even throw in some bonus NHL and college football selections (1:31:35 - END)!

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41:06

12.16.19 NFL Week 15 Recap with Nathan Rice

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/12/17

Jack welcomes Nathan Rice to the podcast to recap Week 15 of NFL action. What do they make of the Cowboys' statement win over the Rams? Where did the Bears go wrong this season? What does the Bills' 10-win season mean for Buffalo fans? Later, Nathan gives his College Football Playoff picks.

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01:28:05

Tim Allen's The Santa Clause 2 (2002) with Tommy Weber

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/12/16

Tommy Weber returns to the podcast to discuss a Christmas classic, The Santa Clause 2 (2002), starring Tim Allen, in this special 2019 Christmas edition of the podcast.

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01:35:15

College Football Playoff Selection + NFL Week 14 +...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/12/10

Jake Paliga joins Jack to recap College Football Championship weekend + NFL Week 15. The MLB winter meetings are underway and Jake and Jack both have plenty of thoughts! Analysis on early free agency, and plenty more. Did the College Football Playoff selection committee get it right? Early thoughts on CFP matchups? What makes the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway Challenge so great? Who is in poll position for NFL MVP? Jake and Jack share plenty of thoughts on Mitch Trubisky, the Bears, and their future

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01:24:48

11.18.19 CHEX MIX: Myles Garrett + MVP Race + College...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/11/20

In this week's "Chex Mix" episode, Jack welcomes Chase Beebe to the podcast to discuss a wide variety of headlines from the world of sports. Chase and Jack break down a violent Thursday Night Football game featuring the Browns and the Steelers. How should the NFL discipline Myles Garrett? Jack pitches some rule changes in attempt to improve player safety. Next, the NFL MVP race. Who's leading the pack, and how far apart is the rest of the group? Later, Chase and Jack pivot over to college football,

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01:29:49

2019-2020 College Basketball Preview with Evan Myers

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/11/07

Chief college basketball corespondent Evan Myers returns to the podcast to preview the upcoming college basketball season. Together Evan and Jack take a broad look at the ACC, American Athletic Conference, Big East, Big 12, Pac-12, SEC and the best mid-major programs. They also prepare an in-depth look at the Big Ten. How do they project your team to stack up? Tune in, and find out!

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01:44:02

2019-2020 NBA Season Preview (Feat. Peter Funk)

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/11/05

Valpo basketball grad assistant Peter Funk returns to the podcast to preview the upcoming year in NBA action. Featuring, playoff/Finals picks, NBA Awards (MVP, Rookie, etc.) selections, and plenty more!

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01:17:46

10.31.19 The Nationals Win the World Series! (Feat....

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/11/01

Chad Vautherine from the Cheap Seats podcast joins Jack to recap a very memorable 2019 World Series. Chad explains how his Astros ended up falling short, and what gave the Nationals the edge in a very close series. Jack and Chad answer a number of questions pertaining to this World Series such as: Were the Nationals a better team without Bryce Harper? Did the MLB get the Trea Turner play right? What might change from a rules standpoint as a result? Where do the Astros go from here? Is the window

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01:37:49

Survivor: China Contestant Leslie Nease on Faith and...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/10/29

Leslie Nease, contestant on CBS's 15th season of the hit show, Survivor (Survivor: China) joins Jack for a very interesting interview about her time on Survivor and the experience of being on a reality TV show. They also have an enlightening conversation about her Christian faith. Leslie is best known as the Christian radio host that opted out of the Buddhist temple at the season's opening. She tells the whole story! She also answers many of your burning questions, such as, What is it really like

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01:22:21

Emergency Podcast: David Ross is the New Cubs Manager...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/10/25

In a special emergency podcast, Brandon Vickrey joins Jack to dissect the Cubs' interview and selection process of their new manager, David Ross. Including immediate reactions, thoughts, and analysis. Is Ross the right guy? Did the Cubs end up skipping out on a better option? What should we expect from Ross as a manger? What hurdles will he have to overcome to make a smooth transition from teammate to manager? Later, Brandon and Jack preview the Cubs' offseason, discuss other teams' managerial

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01:07:19

10.22.19 World Series Preview + ALCS + NLCS Recap...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/10/24

Yankees fan Chase Beebe checks in and shares his thoughts on the Yankees' 2019 downfall and what needs the Bronx Bombers have to address this winter. Chase and Jack recap the ALCS and NLCS, and set the table for the World Series, providing analysis and predictions. Also featuring: baby shark talk, as well as talk about our favorite ocean sharks!

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01:23:44

10.11.19 Division Series Recap + ALCS/NLCS Preview...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/10/12

Andrew Stem of the Omaha World Herald joins Jack to recap and break down the first round of MLB postseason action. Did Dave Roberts make the right decision giving the ball to Kershaw in game 5? Where do the Rays, Braves and Dodgers go from here? Later, they preview the ALCS and NLCS match-ups.

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01:36:51

2019 MLB Playoff Preview + Awards Picks with Makayla...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/10/03

Makayla Perkins from ESPN 620 Phoenix joins Jack to preview the first round of MLB playoff action and talk 2019 regular season awards, including their selections for American League and National League MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year and Manager of the Year. Together, Makayla and Jack recap the NL wild card game and look ahead at all four Division Series match-ups. Jack and Makayla also talk managerial changes. Joe Maddon will NOT be returning to manage the Cubs in 2020, and a number of

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01:23:15

9.16.19 NFL Week 2 with Max Rice

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/09/16

Max Rice joins Jack to break down an injury-riddled Week 2 of NFL action, a weekend that knocked out Drew Brees and Ben Roethlisberger for an uncertain amount of time. Together, Max and Jack discuss each game from a bizarre Sunday of football.

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01:49:32

9.10.19 Antonio Brown Drama, Dave Dombrowski, AL + NL...

Jack Vita Show: Sports | MLB | Baseball | NFL |... ·

2019/09/11

Jamey Hill returns to the Jack Vita Show, making his first appearance of 2019. Jamey and Jack have plenty to talk about pertaining to the AL and NL wild card races, Dave Dombrowski's exile from Boston, the Braves coming close to catching up with the Dodgers, and plenty more. But first, they breakdown the weekend's Antonio Brown saga and the Raiders' response on Monday Night Football.

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