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The Friar Podcast

Bill Ricci
Providence Friars
Providence College
Big East
Devin Carter
NIL
Transfer Portal
Basketball
Providence Friars Men's Basketball
Battle For Atlantis
Oklahoma Sooners
Big East Tournament
Uconn
Bryce Hopkins
Kim English
Ocean State Rivalry
Providence Basketball
Christ Essandoko
Providence Friars Basketball
Bensley Joseph
2024-2025 College Basketball Season

Podcast by Bill Ricci and Kevin Farrahar about the Providence Friars Men's Basketball Team and all things Rhode Island. www.instagram.com/friarpodcast/ twitter.com/FriarPodcast friarpodcast.com/

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Latest Episodes

PC Big Man great Randall Hanke stops by to discuss why URI is still little brother in Rhode Island College Basketball, how PC is improving offensively and defensively and what the Friars need to do to kick-off Big East play in the win column

Billy, Kevin and Tom Harkness of Rhody Vault discuss the FDU Win, The State of the Friars at 5-4, what makes the PC/URI Rivalry so special and Saturday's game preview

Billy and Ted discuss the Penn State win, Oswin Block Party, Vaaks in the Clutch and Wisco

Billy and Danny aka Friartown Mayor discuss: The Colorado Loss, Defensive Identity, The Freshman Hot Start, Edwards and Sellers, UNH Rebound

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Randall Hanke
PC great known for his solid performance in college basketball, particularly in rebounding and blocking.
Providence College
Episode: Episode 86 - URI Win, The Battle of Providence & Butler w/ PC Great Randall Hanke
Tom Harkness
Covers college basketball for Rhody Vault
Rhody Vault
Episode: Episode 85 | Silence of the Rams
Teddy B
Guest contributor providing insights and commentary
Episode: Episode 82 | Friars Drop a Heartbreaker at Mohegan, Remembering the Great Lenny Wilkens
Mike Surrett
The Providence Crier
The Providence Crier
Episode: Episode 76: The Friar Podcast x Providence Crier Crossover
Bryan Tibaldi
Assistant Coach for Providence Friars Men's Basketball
Providence Friars Men's Basketball
Episode: Episode 75 | Friar Assistant Bryan Tibaldi
Nilavan Daniels
College basketball player for the Providence Friars
Providence College
Episode: Episode 74 -- Nilavan Daniels Joins the Show
Daquan Davis
A fiery point guard and former Florida State player
Providence College
Episode: Episode 73 - Daquan Davis Joins the Show PLUS Early Impressions and the Non-conference Schedule
Jason Edwards
Basketball player transferring to Providence Friars
Providence Friars
Episode: Episode 72 | Jason Edwards
Jaylen Harrell
Freshman basketball player with a decorated high school career, including being a two-time Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year.
Providence College
Episode: Episode 71 | Jaylen Harrell Joins the Show and Ryan Gomes is Back in Friartown!

Hosts

Billy Ricci
Co-Host of the Friar Podcast. Known for his passionate and in-depth knowledge of Providence Friars basketball and the Big East conference, Billy engages listeners with insightful discussions and interactions with guests from various roles within the basketball community.
Kevin Farrahar
Co-Host of the Friar Podcast and contributor to friarbasketball.com. He brings analytical insights and commentary surrounding the Providence Friars men's basketball team, making sharp observations on the state of the team and its competitors.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Go Friars!

    Podcast Addict
    Dez
    2 years ago
  • 5 star pod

    Fantastic pod for any Friar fans. Must listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    acanest1
    United States4 years ago
  • A must listen for all of Friar Town

    Billy is a true class act and is in his own category when it comes to Friar fanatics. It’s truly amazing the guests he has on the show.

    Billy is a salt of the earth guy who knows the game, PC hoops and the Big East conference inside and out. This is a must listen for all Friar Town.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eaton Street Survivor '14
    United States4 years ago
  • A Must Listen for Friars Fans

    Billy does a fantastic job both in finding amazing guests from all corners of Friartown, as well as bringing their stories to life. Each and every episode has been a joy to listen to and learn more about someone’s individual story who was a part of the program. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BillG102290
    United States4 years ago
  • Friar Town Has Found a New Voice

    Billy is a natural talker and you can tell how at ease he makes his guests. The conversations never feel awkward or forced and it’s always interesting content from his amazing guests. An interview is only as good as the interviewer and Billy shows he is going to rise to meet that mark! Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FriarBuyerForLife
    United States5 years ago

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The podcast is recommended highly for anyone interested in following college basketball closely, particularly the Providence Friars, thanks to its dynamic content and knowledgeable hosts.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and well-informed discussions about Providence Friars basketball, often praising the breadth of topics covered and the depth of guest insights.
The host's passion for Friar basketball resonates well with the audience, contributing to a strong sense of community among listeners.
Many reviews highlight the charismatic interview style, with hosts making guests feel comfortable and providing engaging content that keeps listeners coming back.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 78 | Aiden Derkack is a Friar, Prepping for Pitt
Q: What do you think about the prospects of Corey being the point guard?
Corey is expected to play a game manager role, contributing without being the primary playmaker.
Episode 74 -- Nilavan Daniels Joins the Show
Q: What would be your advice to someone joining as a preferred walk-on?
Embrace whatever the team needs to win and focus on selfless contributions to the team.
Episode 71 | Jaylen Harrell Joins the Show and Ryan Gomes is Back in Friartown!
Q: What do you think is most important with your three-point shot as you get used to the college game?
Being able to shoot and stretch the floor is crucial; it's a key factor in whether you'll play or not.
Episode 71 | Jaylen Harrell Joins the Show and Ryan Gomes is Back in Friartown!
Q: What did you feel when you were named the top recruit in Massachusetts?
It felt great, but it wasn't initially a goal; people began to view me as one of the top players after my junior year at Katz.
Episode 71 | Jaylen Harrell Joins the Show and Ryan Gomes is Back in Friartown!
Q: What was it like growing up playing ball in Roxbury?
It was great; Roxbury is a basketball town with a lot of great players, and I always tried to challenge myself by playing up.

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Focusing on the Providence Friars Men's Basketball Team, the content primarily revolves around analysis of games, player performances, coaching strategies, and recruiting news. Episodes often feature discussions about specific matchups, insights from players and coaches, and personal stories from the Friar community, which contribute to a deeper understanding of college basketball dynamics. Additionally, the podcast brings together passionate voices from the Friars fanbase, making it a vibrant hub for anyone interested in college sports, particularly basketball within the Big East Conference. The conversational hosting style, filled with humor and camaraderie, helps create an engaging community feel, encouraging listeners to embrace both th... more

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1. Randall Hanke
2. Tom Harkness
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7. Daquan Davis
8. Jason Edwards

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