West Coast Homers from San Jose State University Caleb Hodgson, Hunter Gore, and Brett Orloff offer a correct blend of fan perspective, film analysis, and degenerate hot takes. They will also dive into some of the week's biggest headlines from around the sports world.
Thu, December 12, 2024
(This podcast was recorded on June 7th, 2023) Kyle Chaboya is one of my best friends. He's among the most inspiring, motivational, and persistent people I have ever met. In this episode, Kyle and I (Caleb Hodgson) chop it up about how our relationship started in 6th grade and continues today. We chatted about the challenges of growing up with Cerebral Palsy, what motivates him to this day, and what it was like to grow up and play sports together. We also dive into his favorite sports moments and his wheelchair rugby career post-high school till now. Please follow Kyle on Instagram .
Mon, December 09, 2024
The boys recap ALL the crazy from the past weekend of College Football, nothing else, and no notes.
Mon, November 25, 2024
F ormat Ugly morning window, great witching hour. Texans lose to Mayo Boy. Stroud Boys in trouble? Bryce Young has a pulse, as the Chiefs survive another close game. Are the commanders possibly getting exposed? Patriots race to the bottom? Brett gives a very short reaction to the game. Discuss what Maye could use at the top of the draft. The Niners might not be making the NFC title game. Is Hunter abandoning ship? Injuries kill. The ghost of 2020 has risen. Raiders shoot out with Caleb’s favorite QB Bo Nix. Caleb reacts to the Raiders game. Gives his case for Bowers winning Offensive Rookie of the Year. College Football It was a disaster day for the SEC. Bama, Ole Miss, and Texas A&M fall to unranked conference opponents. Playoff hopes dashed for Hunter?
Mon, November 18, 2024
The Fiends are back from a two-week hiatus with a special in-person recording session for the first time in show history. Brett gives us insight into the environment he experienced in Corvallis last weekend, where the Spartans took down Oregon State in one of the biggest wins in program history. Hunter is not worried about the Niners as they win in CMC’s season debut, and Caleb gives us an update on the state of the Raiders after the firing of offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. Both coach and QB shine in the win over the Bears, as Brett breaks down the sneaky fun Patriots. College Football Mayhem, but is it crazier than the possibility of Jalen Milroe to the Raiders? Sanders or Ward? Caleb knows what he wants, but not who he wants, as the boys break down this year's QB class.
Wed, October 30, 2024
Caleb is so tired after pilates, it’s got him feeling like Anthony Richardson. The Jets are the worst team in America. Brett breaks down the Pat's defensive performance and the impact of Drake Maye's Injury. Caleb takes a mental health day, as the Raiders fall to the rival Chiefs. The boys discuss their half-baked MVP, Super Bowl, and bold predictions from the beginning of the year. John Heyman is a villain, and the boys discuss a little World Series action. The Fiends introduce hoop talk on the pod as Caleb and Hunter discuss Demar’s impact on the Kings. The boys close with the wider problems surrounding youth basketball in America led by Coach Brett.
Thu, October 24, 2024
The boys start the pod by sharing sports trauma, and reminding Brett how great his sports life has been. Hunter is not worried about the Niners, but Kyle and Purdy are under fire after a pathetic performance against the Chiefs. It's the Bugatti Drake Maye Daye in London!!! The boys discuss Mayo’s postgame comments after a tough loss. Bill throwing shade at Craft in his latest interview. Caleb discusses his expectations of Brady’s impact as a minority owner and the prospect of a possible Max Crosby trade in the future. Teammates backing up Watson fair or foul? As the boys discuss the injuries around the league in week 7. Caleb takes a victory lap as Oregon reaches the top of the poles, and Brett breaks down what we saw from the Spartans in an ugly win over the weekend.
Wed, October 16, 2024
The Fiends get into the news of the day with Caleb giving his take on Tae Adams to the Jets and Brett's analysis on Amari Cooper's fit in the Bills offense. Raiders are cooked, but the introduction of Brady into the ownership group may bring hope to Caleb and Raiders fans everywhere. If we can get him out of the announcer's booth and in charge of the Raiders that is. Brett breaks down what he saw from Drake Maye in his first career start against the Texans, and his expectations for Maye this Sunday and beyond. Hunter gives his takeaways on the 49ers win over the Seahawks on Thursday night, and previews the Super Bowl rematch this weekend in Santa Clara. Caleb declares Oregon's win over Ohio State is a top-three game in program history, and the boys express their confusion with the QB situation brewing for the Spartans.
Wed, October 09, 2024
The Fiends jump straight into the news of the day with a discussion about Robert Saleh getting fired by the Jets (0:16 - 14:38). Brett’s expectations as Drake Maye gets the start in week six against the Texans (14:39- 29:17). Up next for the boys is a deep dive into the 49er's struggles on both ends and what Hunter's expectations for the rest of the year are (29:18 - 44:46). Caleb declares the Raiders officially suck, as the boys try to understand the deeper issues in Las Vegas (44:47 - 1:10:24). Hunter reflects on Bama's loss and how it affects their playoff hopes, While Brett and the boys discuss the many upsets of the college weekend (1:10:25 - 1:26:48).
Wed, October 02, 2024
Caleb hates “sources”, as the boys explore the Tuesday drama linked to the supposed Devante Adams trade request (0.00-11:50). Raiders take down Massage Watson, With Caleb and Brett breaking down the scrappy Raiders defense, along with the rising star Brock Bowers. (11:57-27:30). We have a Pod faceoff on our hands!!! Brett tells the hard truth about the Patriot's offensive struggles, and his willingness to start Drake Maye. While Hunter struggles with what this lopsided victory can tell us about Niners (27:35- 45:00). Brett leads the boys into a discussion about what he has seen from both Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels four games into their rookie campaigns (45:08-1:00:48). Hunter takes a victory lap as the Crimson Tide take down Georgia in the game of the year (1:11:00-1:12:00), and Brett breaks down the change at play caller that could have made the difference for Arizona in the upset win over Utah (1:12:00).
Wed, September 25, 2024
Segments "Film Talk" with Brett Pats Jets (TNF ) Positives/Worries Maye garbage time reps? Outlook for the rest of the season @ 49ers next week Niners Rams (Injury Bowl) QB Show Positives/worries Outlook for 49ers rest of season Mcvay/Shanny Raiders Panthers Fluke or panic time in LV? APs comments Positives/worries Outlook for Raiders rest of season Redzone Recap - Burrow and the Bengals cooked? - Derek Carr is back - QB's protecting themselves is a skill! SJSU vs WAZU 2OT THRILLER - Craziest SJSU game we've ever watched - Nick Nash LEGIT - Curse the PAC 12
Wed, September 25, 2024
Show Script Raidas upset the Ravens Mad Max = Game Wrecker Who’s laughing at Bowers's pick now? Road to Success looking ahead? Gardner's stats look good lol Niners vs Vikings: The Flores Game Injuries haunting? Did Flores outcoach Shanny?- Fred Warner becoming an all-time great ILB What is it about Kyle's drop-back game that has experts questioning him? Did Purdy outplay Kyle's game plan? Pats Drop OT Game to Hawks Physical Game Is the clock ticking on Brissett? Geno Smith RedZone Recap 10 game AM Slate Witching Hour Upsets and Chaos Should Rookie QBs start their 1st year? CFB WEEK 3 REVIEW Oregon Natty Back On? Milroe Heisman? SJSU Rolls to 3-0, Nash's historic day
Wed, September 11, 2024
Segments - MNF: 49ers dominate the Goddamn Jets - Manning cast with Bill - Pats upset the Bengals - Raiders lose to the Chargers - NFL Redzone recap - SJSU vs Air Force - Oregon vs Boise St - Colorado Clickbait - Bama vs USF
Tue, September 03, 2024
Caleb's Intro - Farewell to the Pac12 intro CFB Week 1 Recap: - Conference realignment - NIL World - Expanded 12-team playoff - Brian Kelly Hate session - Has Colorado improved? - Hunter and Sanders as NFL Prospects? SJSU vs Sac State - Coach Ken wins in debut - Is Nick Nash a "Biletnikoff" threat? NFL? - Predictions for a new era at SJ Oregon Check-in - Gabriel debut - Can they win the big one? Bama Check-in - DeBoer debut - Milroe Heisman? Arizona Check-in - Ties to Coach Brennan - Best games of the weekend - Preview week 2 big games Big Events: - Ricky Pearsall - Brandon Aiyuk extension - Is Trent Williams playing in week 1? - Live football back on TV NFL Week 1 Preview: - Niners vs Jets - Raiders vs Chargers - Pats vs Bengals
Wed, August 28, 2024
Intro: Welcome Brett Orloff to the Fiends Explain the new show format NFL Football Preview/Half-Baked Predictions Raiders Preview with Caleb 49er Preview with Hunter Pats Preview with Brett Super Bowl predictions MVP predictions 1-2 half-baked takes per person…… (revisit after season)
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