Devil’s Junkie Podcast

Arizona State's second of three commitments in a three day span, 2018 Mission Viejo LB Christian LaValle, talks with Ralph Amsden of The Devil's Junkie Podcast about what led to his verbal pledge to the Sun Devils.

Arizona State's second of three commitments in a three day span, 2018 Mission Viejo LB Christian LaValle, talks with Ralph Amsden of The Devil's Junkie Podcast about what led to his verbal pledge to the Sun Devils.

2018 Calabasas outside linebacker Reggie Hughes announced his commitment to Arizona State via social media on Monday, June 19th, and was kind enough to join me for a quick recap of what went into his decision. 

2018 Calabasas outside linebacker Reggie Hughes announced his commitment to Arizona State via social media on Monday, June 19th, and was kind enough to join me for a quick recap of what went into his decision. 

Arizona State's second of three commitments in a three day span, 2018 Mission Viejo LB Christian LaValle, talks with Ralph Amsden of The Devil's Junkie Podcast about what led to his verbal pledge to the Sun Devils.

2018 Calabasas outside linebacker Reggie Hughes announced his commitment to Arizona State via social media on Monday, June 19th, and was kind enough to join me for a quick recap of what went into his decision. 

In this 2+ hour extended episode of The Devil's Junkie Podcast, Ralph Amsden goes in depth with members of the Devil's Digest staff on football, basketball and baseball. First, Ralph talks about some of the recent departures from the program, as well as some other media reports involving Arizona State football. Then, publisher Hod Rabino drops in to talk about who ASU fans can expect to step up in the wake of Kareem Orr's transfer and Armand Perry's medical retirement. Next, Speak of the Devils co-host Joe Healey talks about the recently released gametimes for ASU football's forst three contests, as well as what he's discovered during his series of in depth previews of the Sun Devils' 2017 foes. We also have Justin Toscano on the podcast to discuss Bobby Hurley's May 31st press conference, as well as give his impression of the 2017-2018 ASU basketball squad. Finally, Justin addresses the drama filled baseball season from the perspective of one of the closest reporters to the action, and discusses whether he feels Tracy Smith can right the ship. Last, Ralph answers listener questions on various topcs. 

In this 2+ hour extended episode of The Devil's Junkie Podcast, Ralph Amsden goes in depth with members of the Devil's Digest staff on football, basketball and baseball. First, Ralph talks about some of the recent departures from the program, as well as some other media reports involving Arizona State football. Then, publisher Hod Rabino drops in to talk about who ASU fans can expect to step up in the wake of Kareem Orr's transfer and Armand Perry's medical retirement. Next, Speak of the Devils co-host Joe Healey talks about the recently released gametimes for ASU football's forst three contests, as well as what he's discovered during his series of in depth previews of the Sun Devils' 2017 foes. We also have Justin Toscano on the podcast to discuss Bobby Hurley's May 31st press conference, as well as give his impression of the 2017-2018 ASU basketball squad. Finally, Justin addresses the drama filled baseball season from the perspective of one of the closest reporters to the action, and discusses whether he feels Tracy Smith can right the ship. Last, Ralph answers listener questions on various topcs. 

In this 2+ hour extended episode of The Devil's Junkie Podcast, Ralph Amsden goes in depth with members of the Devil's Digest staff on football, basketball and baseball. First, Ralph talks about some of the recent departures from the program, as well as some other media reports involving Arizona State football. Then, publisher Hod Rabino drops in to talk about who ASU fans can expect to step up in the wake of Kareem Orr's transfer and Armand Perry's medical retirement. Next, Speak of the Devils co-host Joe Healey talks about the recently released gametimes for ASU football's forst three contests, as well as what he's discovered during his series of in depth previews of the Sun Devils' 2017 foes. We also have Justin Toscano on the podcast to discuss Bobby Hurley's May 31st press conference, as well as give his impression of the 2017-2018 ASU basketball squad. Finally, Justin addresses the drama filled baseball season from the perspective of one of the closest reporters to the action, and discusses whether he feels Tracy Smith can right the ship. Last, Ralph answers listener questions on various topcs. 

In this 80 Minute Episode Ralph Amsden interviews Rivals Southeast Recruiting Analyst Woody Wommack, Arizona State Offensive Lineman Marshal Nathe, and DevilsDigest.com publisher Hod Rabino. 

Intro: What will it take to get ASU football to the next level?

Recruiting Update (13:30): Arizona State is at the bottom of the Pac-12 2018 verbal commitment totem poll. A look into why ASU has started slowly- plus, who is ASU looking at and what positions are they prioritizing?

Interview with Woody Wommack (37:45): Who performed well in the Rivals regional combine and camp in Los Angeles? Why has ASU largely missed on the players they've recruited from the southeast?

Interview with Marshal Nathe (56:40): Marshal Nathe talks about his experience coming back from injury, transitioning to center, and how his family and coach Graham have shaped his values, work ethic and leadership ability.

Interview with Hod Rabino (1:05:20): A look at why players cycle in and out of the basketball program with relative frequency, and whether it's part of the culture of basketball overall, or if ASU fans have something in particular to worry about.