Josh Darrow catches up with Canes baseball legend and MLB standout Jon Jay, who talks about growing up a Canes fans for all seasons, playing for Jim Morris, his favorite memories at The Light, going back to school and how the lessons he learned in Coral Gables translated to a stellar 12-year career in the Majors.

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Josh Darrow chats with legendary Miami diving coach Randy Ableman, who talks about what drew him to the UM job, how he has sustained success over three decades, how he helps his divers manage the pressure of the situation and some of his most memorable moments at both Miami and his six Olympic coaching experiences.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes swimming coach Andy Kershaw, who talks about how he got into coaching, what attracted him to the Miami job, how he is continuing to build the Canes program and how his Olympic coaching experience has helped at the college level.

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As we close out Mental Health Awareness Month, Josh Darrow has a powerful, emotional and unfiltered conversation with Canes assistant strength and conditioning coach Jeff Eaton, who talks about his battle with mental illness, how his support system helped him in his time of need and why he hopes sharing his story can encourage others to seek help.

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Josh Darrow talks to new Canes assistant basketball coach Kotie Kimble, who talks about his path to coaching, who has influenced him along the way, why his teams’ offenses have been so successful, what attracted him to the Miami job and what excites him about the future of the program.

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Josh Darrow chats with Canes baseball public address announcer Jay Rokeach, who talks about his 54 seasons calling games at The Light, how he first met Ron Fraser as a UM student, the genesis behind Miami’s craziest marketing ideas at the ballpark, his all-time Canes starting nine and his favorite memories calling football games at the Orange Bowl.

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Josh Darrow catches up with recent UM Sports Hall of Fame inductee and All-America linebacker Jay Brophy, who talks about being recruited by Howard Schnellenberger, how the Canes shocked the college football world his senior year, his time with the Dolphins under Don Shula and what it was like to coach LeBron James on the high school gridiron.

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Josh Darrow talks to Canes men’s tennis coach Aljosa Piric, who shares his remarkable story of leaving war-torn Bosnia and Herzegovina as a teenager, how he ended up in Italy and then the United States, how tennis helped him navigate his journey, what drew him to college coaching and his goals as he continues to push the Canes program forward.

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Josh Darrow catches up with ESPN broadcaster and former Canes volleyball student-athlete Christine Williamson, who talks about her time at The U, how she broke into broadcasting, how her role continues to evolve at ESPN and her takeaways from serving as the emcee at UM’s recent Celebration of Women’s Athletics.

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Josh Darrow revisits Miami’s recent Elite Eight run with point guard Charlie Moore, who discusses playing high school ball in Chicago, his decision to come to UM, how the team came together during the season, some of the season’s most memorable moments and his thoughts on Coach L’s locker room dance moves.

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Josh Darrow checks in with new Canes offensive coordinator Josh Gattis, who talks about why he came to Miami, the coaching staff that Mario Cristobal has assembled, his thoughts on UM’s roster, winning last season’s Broyles Award and what drives his offensive philosophy.

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In part two of a two-part episode, Josh Darrow continues his talk with Miami’s new strength and conditioning coordinator Aaron Feld, who details his career path, his relationship with Mario Cristobal, his philosophy when it comes to helping his players succeed physically and mentally and how excited he is to put his program to work at The U.

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In part one of a two-part episode, Josh Darrow sits down with Miami’s new strength and conditioning coordinator Aaron Feld, who details his career path, his relationship with Mario Cristobal, his philosophy when it comes to helping his players succeed physically and mentally and how excited he is to put his program to work at The U.

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To tip off the first week of March Madness Josh Darrow catches up with former Canes point guard Angel Rodriguez, who talks about growing up in Puerto Rico, moving to Miami in high school, transferring from Kansas State to The U, the Canes’ Sweet 16 run in 2016 and how he’s continuing his professional basketball career back home.

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Josh Darrow checks in with former Canes quarterback Jacory Harris, who talks about his decision to play at Miami, how he handled the transition to a new coaching staff during his tenure, why he decided to become a firefighter and how the mental and physical lessons he learned from football have helped him in his new career.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes associate head basketball coach Chris Caputo, who talks about competing on the legendary New York City high school basketball courts, how he got his start in coaching, his longtime relationship with Jim Larrañaga, how his role has evolved at UM and what has been special about this group of Canes in 2021-22.

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Josh Darrow checks in with Canes guard Kameron McGusty, who discusses Miami’s improved play on the court this season, the big win at Duke, his relationship with Coach L, rooming with current NBA star Trae Young at Oklahoma and why he decided to come back for one more season in Coral Gables.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes alum and Minnesota Vikings wide receiver K.J. Osborn, who talks about his decision to transfer to Miami, how he became a leader in the locker room so quickly, his breakout second season with the Vikings and what being a part of the U Family means to him.

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Josh Darrow checks in with Miami Vice President/Director of Athletics Dan Radakovich, who talks about his journey through college athletics, what he has learned from the successes at his previous stops, his decision to return to Coral Gables and his vision for UM Athletics going forward.

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Josh Darrow talks to Rudy Fernandez, the University of Miami’s Senior Vice President for Public Affairs and Communications and Chief of Staff to the President, who discusses his lifelong passion for the Canes, the story behind the recent hirings of a new athletic director and head football coach, and the integral role that UM Athletics plays in the University’s overall mission.

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Josh Darrow has an in-depth conversation with former UM and NFL offensive lineman Seantrel Henderson, who talks about growing up in Minneapolis as a standout football and basketball player, coming to Miami as the nation’s top overall recruit, his NFL career, his battle with Crohn’s disease and what he’s planning to do next.

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Josh Darrow checks in with two-time UM national champion and two-time Super Bowl champion Darrin Smith, who looks back at his decision to come to Miami, the Canes’ stacked linebacker group during that run, working on his Master’s degree while he was still playing, getting drafted by Jimmy Johnson in Dallas and some of his favorite moments as a Cane.

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Josh Darrow talks to Canes quarterback D’Eriq King, who talks about how he gravitated to football at a young age, his father’s influence, why he chose to play quarterback, which schools recruited him, the detail in his preparation week to week, how he has coped with injuries and what’s next for him as he graduates this week with his Master’s degree and starts preparing for the NFL Draft.

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Josh Darrow catches up with UM All-American and Minnesota Vikings legend Chuck Foreman, who talks about his decision to go to Miami, the foundation for the program he helped set in the early 1970s, his star-studded career as a Vikings running back and some of his favorite players from The U throughout the years.

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The Canes honored Dan Morgan at this past Saturday’s home finale for his upcoming induction into the College Football Hall of Fame so this week we’re re-releasing an episode from earlier this year with the legendary linebacker, who details his historic UM career as well as his success as both an NFL player and executive.

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Josh Darrow sits down with his broadcast partner Joe Zagacki – the Voice of the Canes – who takes us in depth into how he prepares for each broadcast, from researching teams, watching games, building his charts, honing his vocabulary and painting the pictures on gameday that Canes fans enjoy from wherever they’re listening.

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In the second of a two-part episode, Josh Darrow continues his chat with Canes men’s basketball coach Jim Larrañaga, who talks about growing up in The Bronx, how he discovered basketball, his college and pro career, his coaching journey and how his philosophies on basketball and life have evolved throughout his legendary career.

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In the second of a two-part episode, Josh Darrow continues his chat with Canes women’s basketball coach Katie Meier, who talks about growing up in Chicago as one of eight siblings, her college and professional playing days, her coaching journey and what eventually led her to Miami as she now enters her 17th season at UM.

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In the first of a two-part episode, Josh Darrow talks to Canes head women’s basketball coach Katie Meier, who details her “Seek the Gap” philosophy, how she built her program, what she looks for in her players on and off the court, some of her favorite moments in Coral Gables and what she’s expecting from the Canes as the 2021-22 season fast approaches.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes head men’s basketball coach Jim Larrañaga, who talks about his basketball philosophy, his head coaching journey, coaching both of his sons in college, how he got the job at Miami and what his current group of Canes looks like as they get ready for the 2021-22 season.

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Josh Darrow chats with former Canes and NFL linebacker Sean Spence, who talks about growing up in Miami, what factored into his decision to attend UM, the ups and downs of his Canes career, turning pro and what’s on the horizon for him.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes All-American, national champion and Super Bowl champion Antrel Rolle, who discusses why he chose Miami over Florida, those initial workouts on Greentree, the 2001 and 2002 national championship games, the best players on those squads and how UM prepared him for a stellar NFL career.

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Josh Darrow talks ACC and Miami football with ACC Network play-by-play announcer Wes Durham, who discusses the state of the conference, which teams have the best chance of making it to Charlotte and how college football continues to evolve on and off the field.

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Josh Darrow checks in with UM volleyball coach Keno Gandara, who talks about growing up in Puerto Rico as a baseball and volleyball standout, his collegiate playing days at UC-Santa Barbara, his professional career overseas, his decision to get into coaching, why he coveted the Miami job and how his team has jumped out to a 9-1 start this season.

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Josh Darrow catches up with former Canes assistant coach and legendary Miami high school coach Don Soldinger, who talks about getting hired by Howard Schnellenberger, working for Jimmy Johnson, Butch Davis and Larry Coker, the most memorable UM running back performances on his watch and what the Canes and Miami mean to him.

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Josh Darrow checks in with Canes punter Lou Hedley, who talks about growing up in a small Australian fishing town, his love of Australian rules football, how he transitioned to the American version of the sport, how he arrived at UM, what sparked last season’s net punting record and (of course) his famous collection of tattoos.

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Josh Darrow catches up with ESPN college football analyst Todd Blackledge, who discusses playing Miami when he was the quarterback at Penn State, his thoughts on conference realignment, what he likes about D’Eriq King and how the Canes match up against Alabama in the season opener, which he will call as a member of ABC’s crew.

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Josh Darrow chats with Canes wide receivers coach Rob Likens, who details how football helped mold him and guide his career path, how he came to embrace an up tempo offense, his experience as an offensive coordinator, how he ended up at Miami and what he loves about his wide receiver room in Coral Gables.

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In conjunction with the launch of CanesVault – Miami’s new non-fungible token marketplace — Josh Darrow talks NFTs with Brian Burns and Jon Parise from GigLabs, who detail the history of NFTs, the philosophy and technology behind it and how they helped Miami build CanesVault, the unique marketplace that celebrates the rich history of UM Athletics.

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Josh Darrow talks to Canes basketball great Durand Scott, who looks back at his high school playing days in the Big Apple, his decision to come to Miami, the Canes’ magical run to the 2013 ACC title, his professional career overseas and the non-profit he’s launched to help other players.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes track and field legend Michelle Atherley, who details her journey to Miami, how she came to embrace the multi events, the NCAA and ACC titles she captured, her recent run at the Olympic Trials and her continued activism on the social justice front at UM.

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In the second of a two-part episode, Josh Darrow continues his conversation with Canes offensive line coach Garin Justice, who discusses his stint as a young Division II head coach, what he learned as an offensive coordinator at UNLV, how he arrived in Coral Gables and what he loves most about coaching offensive linemen.

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In the first of a two-part episode, Josh Darrow catches up with Canes offensive line coach Garin Justice, who recounts his days as a three-sport standout in West Virginia, his ascension to team captain in college, his decision to make coaching a career and his versatile karaoke skills, which a surprise guest verifies.

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Josh Darrow hosts a roundtable with former Canes student-athletes who are now playing professional jai-alai in Miami. They discuss the initial outreach to UM alumni, how their athletic backgrounds helped them transition to a brand new game and what they envision going forward for the sport they now proudly call their own.

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Josh Darrow talks to Canes baseball great, seven-year MLB veteran and current ACC Network analyst Gaby Sanchez, who discusses growing up in Miami, his two trips to Omaha with the Canes, breaking into the big leagues with his hometown Marlins and how baseball shaped his life on the diamond and beyond.

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Josh Darrow chats with UM Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director John Routh, who details the history of the Hall of Fame but also reminisces about his longtime stints as Miami’s beloved mascots Sebastian the Ibis and Miami Maniac, which include helicopters, steers, parades, wedding receptions, ski jumping and being “detained” on an opponent’s field in 1989.

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Josh Darrow catches up with nine-year NFL veteran and three-time Pro Bowler Jon Beason, who talks about his high school days in South Florida, his transition from fullback to linebacker, his coaching mentors, his memories of Sean Taylor, the unparalleled linebacker tradition at Miami and what it takes to achieve greatness.

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As a run up to Miami’s seventh annual Celebration of Women’s Athletics presented by adidas, Josh Darrow talks to Estela Perez-Somarriba, whose decorated tennis career includes the 2019 NCAA singles champion title, five All-America honors, the most wins in UM history, two degrees and a 3.9 GPA. Josh also visits with Deputy AD Jennifer Strawley on the history and importance of the CWA.

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Josh Darrow visits with 2001 national championship head coach Larry Coker, who reflects on his path to coaching, his arrival in Coral Gables, assuming the reins as head coach, the Canes’ incredible championship run and the controversial finish that denied UM back-to-back titles.

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Josh Darrow checks in with 2001 national champion and nine-year NFL veteran Clinton Portis, who talks about moving from Mississippi to Florida, his recruitment to UM, his running back battles with fellow Canes greats, what fueled the national title run and his pro career in Denver and Washington.

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Josh Darrow catches up with All-American offensive tackle and first-round draft pick Leon Searcy, who talks about his late start to high school football, playing for both Jimmy Johnson and Dennis Erickson, being a member of three national championship teams and how The U prepared him for an 11-year career in the NFL.

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Josh Darrow visits with two-time national championship coach and College Football Hall of Famer Dennis Erickson, who looks back on his arrival at Miami, his revolutionary offensive schemes, some of the Canes greats he recruited and coached, and his memories of the 1991 national champions as their 30th anniversary approaches this fall.

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Josh Darrow checks in with Heisman Trophy winner and national champion Gino Torretta, who reflects on his recruitment to Miami from northern California, taking over the starting quarterback role, the 1991 national title, his memories of Hurricane Andrew and his award-winning senior campaign.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes basketball legend and current Mayor of Dania Beach Tamara James, who discusses her decision to come to UM, her record-setting career as a Cane, how her pro career led her overseas and how her basketball background has helped her navigate her new role as a public servant.

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Josh Darrow visits with two-time All-ACC guard Jack McClinton, who talks about growing up in the hoops hotbed of Baltimore, his journey to Miami, the Hurricanes’ 2008 NCAA Tournament run and his fashion-focused business career after basketball.

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Josh Darrow joins All-America wide receiver and 14-year NFL veteran Santana Moss for a candid, emotional and uplifting conversation about growing up in Miami, his journey to UM, playing two sports for the Hurricanes, the football program’s rise back to national prominence and his remarkable pro career.

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Josh Darrow checks in with legendary Canes quarterback Steve Walsh, who talks about getting recruited by Jimmy Johnson, learning the ropes from Heisman winner Vinny Testaverde, helping UM capture the 1987 national championship, the controversial loss to Notre Dame the following year and his current job as a CFL coach.

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Josh Darrow catches up with Canes baseball alum and nine-year Major League Baseball veteran Danny Valencia, who talks about his time at UM, his experience with seven MLB clubs and his upcoming trip to the Summer Olympics in Tokyo with Team Israel.

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Canes basketball alumna Amy Audibert talks with Josh Darrow about playing for two UM head coaches, her decision to pursue a broadcasting career in upstate New York and her native Canada, and her historic Toronto Raptors broadcast last week as part of the NBA’s first all-female television broadcast crew.

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New outside linebackers coach Ishmael Aristide talks with Josh Darrow about his decision to pivot from a corporate career to college coaching, his experience with three SEC schools, his recruiting philosophy and his deep family ties to the city he now calls home again.

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Josh Darrow catches up with UM Director of Recruiting David Cooney, who discusses his rise through the South Florida high school coaching ranks, his decision to jump to college coaching, his transition to the recruiting department and how the Canes are approaching their recruiting efforts for the upcoming class.

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Josh Darrow checks in with UM football’s strength and conditioning director David Feeley, who details his training philosophy, his rise in the college ranks, the challenges his staff faced during the pandemic and how the Canes are gearing up for the start of spring ball.

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Jess Simpson talks with Josh Darrow about his return to Coral Gables as assistant head coach/defensive line, how working in the NFL helped him grow as a coach, his legendary high school coaching career in Georgia, and what excites him personally and professionally about coming back to The U.

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Joe Zagacki checks in with Brooklyn Nets point guard Bruce Brown, who talks about his two seasons at The U, how Jim Larrañaga and the staff helped him hone his game, his NBA development and what it’s like to suit up with the likes of Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving on a Nets squad contending for a title.

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Josh Darrow sits down with the winners of the first UM Athletics Trailblazer Award. Hurricanes legends and pioneers Will Allen, Ray Bellamy and Kim Sands discuss their journey to Miami, the challenges they faced, the lasting legacies they have created and their memories of fellow honoree Dr. Henry King Stanford.

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As baseball season approaches Josh Darrow checks in with Hurricanes great Yonder Alonso, who discusses his family’s emigration from Cuba, his decision to go to UM, the Canes’ stacked 2008 squad and his 10-year Major League Baseball career.

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New cornerbacks coach DeMarcus Van Dyke talks with Josh Darrow about growing up a Canes fans in Miami, his playing days at The U and his new coaching role on Manny Diaz’s staff — all while securing some surprise guests to crash the episode.

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New defensive backs coach Travaris Robinson talks with Josh Darrow about his Miami roots, his climb up the college coaching ladder, his decision to join Manny Diaz’s staff, and what excites him about UM’s program going forward.

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Former UM quarterback and head coach Mark Richt chats with Josh Darrow about his playing days under Howard Schnellenberger, his rise up the college coaching ranks, his return to The U in 2016 and his new career as an ACC Network college football analyst.

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Legendary Canes linebacker and current Bills Director of Player Personnel Dan Morgan catches up with Josh Darrow on his historic career at UM, Buffalo’s current playoff run, and getting the call this week for the College Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2021.

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Josh Darrow talks with Brock Berlin about his record-setting high school career in Louisiana, transferring to The U and earning the starting quarterback job, the historic 2003 comeback against Florida, and his undefeated record against the Canes’ Sunshine State rivals.

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Josh Darrow talks with ESPN’s Chris Fallica about his days as a UM undergraduate working in the athletic department, his expanding role on College GameDay, and how Lee Corso coined his nickname “The Bear.”

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Fresh off National Signing Day, Josh Darrow breaks down Miami’s 2021 signing class with Manny Diaz as the head coach discusses how this class evolved and how the newest Hurricanes will impact the roster going forward.

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Miami offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee chats with Josh Darrow about the roots of his up-tempo offensive philosophy, how his coaching journey eventually landed him in Coral Gables and how he and his wife draw up the playbook to raise two sets of twins.

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In the first episode host, Josh Darrow chats with former Canes head coach and College and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jimmy Johnson on his time in Coral Gables, his road to Canton, and his love of South Florida.

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