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The game-winning drive. A successful drive to the basket. Line drives, a drive down the center of the fairway, your favorite team driving you crazy. And, of course, the drive you take every day with the Sports Animal.

Welcome to The Drive, weekdays 9a-12p, is hosted by Matt Ravis, produced by Matt Meyer and features Coach Pat Jones live from Tulsa at 10am and Mark Rodgers at 11!

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The guys discuss tonight's OU/Alabama game, other bowl games, and which NFL QB's could be on the move for next season!

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The guys discuss OU vs. Alabama, the Thunder whipping the Clippers, NFL news, and bowl season!

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Ravis discusses a fantastic start to the NFL weekend, the Thunder smashing the Clippers, and the Sooners taking on the Crimson Tide!

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The preview OU meeting Alabama and the College Football Playoff!

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Recent Guests

Cliff Felucci
Sports fan on a mission to attend every college game day this season
Episode: Ravis on OU vs. Alabama, College Football, and the NBA Cup
Eli Drinkwitz
Head coach of the Missouri Tigers
University of Missouri
Episode: Ravis on OU vs. Missouri, College Football, and the Thunder and NBA
Captain Wade Huckabee
Captain traveling to Tuscaloosa with his boat
Episode: Ravis, Mark, and Cale on OKC Beating Golden State, OU and OSU Hoops, OSU vs. Kansas State, and OU vs. Alabama
Emanuel Rivera
Executive Director of the Come Up Foundation
Come Up Foundation
Episode: Ravis on College Football and the NBA
Major Ed
Veteran advocate and organizer of charity events for veterans
Empower the Veterans Foundation
Episode: Ravis on Antonio Brown, OU Football, CFB, and NFL
Shea Serrano
Author of Expensive Basketball, known for engaging discussions on sports and culture
Episode: Ravis on LSU Football, World Series, and NBA
Troy Beets
Vice President of Ops
Carl's Jr.
Episode: Ravis on OU vs. Texas
Cory Mose
Sports reporter and anchor for KVUE
KVUE
Episode: Ravis on OU vs. Texas and the NFL
Denton Forsythe
High school basketball player making his college commitment announcement
University of Tulsa
Episode: Ravis, Mark, and Brad on the MLB Playoffs, Denton Forsythe's Commitment, Best 90's Bands, and NFL

Host

Matt Ravis
Host of the show, known for his engaging and insightful sports discussions, particularly focused on college football and basketball.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Awesome

    Craig is awesome to listen to, his skills are top notch. Love when he has George from USA Today on wish they could do a little more CFB. Like what Craig pulls out of George. Like it if Craig could do CFB coach interviews so we could get to know these guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sixburgh6
    United States8 years ago
  • Love all the Sports Animal podcasts

    I love all the sports animal podcast, but for some reason they are the only ones that won't automatically download. It started about 3 months ago, it says there are no new podcasts but then I search in the podcast store and there are new episodes there, the date says dec 2000 so it's not showing up new

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DwightK-Schrute
    United States12 years ago

Listeners Say

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Positive feedback often centers around the podcast's mix of humor and serious sports talk, making it a relatable and enjoyable experience for fans.
Listeners appreciate the thorough analysis and engaging style of the hosts, highlighting their ability to provide in-depth coverage of sports topics.
Some listeners have experienced technical issues with episode uploads, which have affected their listening experience.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ben Arbuckle Press Conference 12-15
Q: What have you appreciated about Brent watching him this year?
Ben highlights Brent's leadership, standards, and commitment to excellence as admirable qualities.
Ben Arbuckle Press Conference 12-15
Q: How's his mindset been out of this matchup?
Ben indicates John's mindset is focused and excited for the challenge of playing in the college football playoffs.
Ben Arbuckle Press Conference 12-15
Q: What's this two weeks been like, game planning for a team that you beat six weeks ago?
Ben discusses the importance of learning from past successes while also adjusting strategies and finding new ways to approach the rematch.
Ben Arbuckle Press Conference 12-15
Q: How validating is it that your guys have sort of found ways to win when it matters most?
Ben expresses pride in the team's ability to find ways to win games, emphasizing their record of 10-2 and the opportunity to continue playing in the college football playoffs.
Ben Arbuckle Press Conference 12-15
Q: How much better do you think they're feeling going into this playoff compared to the things that they've been playing through?
Ben suggests it's been beneficial for players like Xavier Robinson and Torrey Blalock to have time off, allowing them to heal and prepare mentally and physically for the playoffs.

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This podcast covers a wide range of sports topics, primarily focusing on football and basketball, with a particular emphasis on college athletics. The hosts engage in discussions about significant events and insights related to teams such as the Oklahoma Sooners and the Oklahoma City Thunder, often blending serious analysis with humorous exchanges. Episodes include detailed commentary on recruiting dynamics in college football, reflections on recent game performances, and broader discussions about coaching changes and player strategies in both collegiate and professional leagues. Unique to this podcast is the lively interaction among hosts and guests, creating an engaging atmosphere for sports enthusiasts looking for informed commentary com... more

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