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Justify Your Existence episodes

November 08, 2021 11/8/21: Who should be the GameDay guest picker in Oxford?
Michael Katz and Stefan Krajisnik wrap up the SEC weekend by discussing the top storylines.

How hot is Dan Mullen's seat now? Plus, a recap of Hugh Freeze's return to Oxford and Mississippi State's ongoing tryouts to find a new kicker.
They also give their best — and most entertaining — suggestions of who might be the guest picker when College GameDay takes over the grove this Saturday.
Follow Michael and Stefan on Twitter for the latest.
36 min
November 02, 2021 11/2/21: You have to at least pretend
On the heels of a big weekend for Ole Miss and Mississippi State, Michael Katz and Stefan Krajisnik are back to get you caught up on everything still in play.
Hear what Lane Kiffin and Mike Leach said Saturday, as well as other key storylines from week 9.
As well, get a peak ahead to what's next for the Rebels and Bulldogs.
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
29 min
October 29, 2021 A conversation with On3.com senior writer Ivan Maisel
Parrish Alford visits with On3.com's senior writer Ivan Maisel about mental health, his new book, as well as college football topics centering around Mike Leach, Lane Kiffin and Nick Saban.
In his book — "I Keep Trying to Catch his Eye" Maisel details the story of his late son, Max. In this conversation, hear about some of Max's struggles and the mental health struggles that in turned caused for Ivan and the Maisels.
Maisel also details his move from ESPN to On3.com and hits on the hottest burning topics shaping the college football landscape.
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
50 min
October 28, 2021 10/28/21: A prelude to week 9
Stefan Krajisnik and Michael Katz breakdown big matchups ahead for Mississippi State (vs. Kentucky) and Ole Miss (at Auburn), with thoughts on what the Bulldogs and Rebels must do to win.
They also discuss their takes on other matchups around college football
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
28 min
October 26, 2021 10/26/21: The candy episode
As you probably saw on Saturday night, or in the days since, Mike Leach re-ignited the annual candy debate in his postgame interview with Alyssa Lang. Michael Katz and Stefan Krajisnik offer their thoughts on candy corn, peeps and the weekend that was in college football.
The guys rehash highlights from week 8 wins for Ole Miss and Mississippi State, plus what Lane Kiffin and Mike Leach had to say about those respective wins during their weekly Monday pressers.
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
27 min
October 22, 2021 A conversation with the Kermits
Hear from Ole Miss head basketball coach Kermit Davis, Jr., and former Mississippi State head basketball coach Kermit Davis, Sr., like never before.
In this conversation with Parrish Alford, Kermit Jr. shares his experiences growing up with a father who coached in the SEC at a very different time, as well as what it was like to come back home to coach Ole Miss.
Kermit Sr. details his time playing for Babe McCarthy and with Bailey Howell, as well as his experience ahed of the Game of Change. As well, he discusses his time coaching at Tupelo High, the hats he wore as an assistant coach at Mississippi State, and what it's been like to see his son not only get into coaching but coach at the highest level of major college basketball.
The father-son duo play off each other as they recount memorable moments throughout a lifetime of observing, playing and talking basketball together.
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
46 min
October 21, 2021 10/21/21: Is the most important Manning in Oxford this weekend Eli or Arch?
Stefan Krajisnik and Michael Katz have your weekend college football prep work done for you, with a detailed look at Ole Miss / LSU and Mississippi State / Vanderbilt.
Both teams' star quarterbacks are questionable going into the weekend. What's their updated status? Listen and find out.
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
28 min
October 19, 2021 10/19/21: It happens, it just doesn't happen for 30 minutes straight
Michael Katz and Stefan Krajisnik recap week 7 around the SEC, with a special focus on the “debris delay” at the end of the Ole Miss-Tennessee game and where Mississippi State is following a blowout loss to Alabama.
They also touch on the legitimacy of Matt Corral’s Heisman chances.
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
39 min
October 15, 2021 John Bond remembers Mississippi State's win over Alabama in 1980
John Bond was a freshman quarterback for Mississippi State on the day they beat Alabama 6-3 in 1980. It ended a 20-plus game winning streak for the Crimson Tide.
Bond — who started under center for MSU from 1980 through 1983 — remembers being recruited by Paul "Bear" Bryant in his home just eight months or so before the game. He also remembers getting a hug from the Bear during his postgame visit to the Bulldogs' locker room.
Listen to the full interview with Parrish Alford. And see more Mississippi State coverage djournal.com.
Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
19 min
October 14, 2021 10/13/21: A look at what the weekend may bring
Stefan Krajisnik and Michael Katz discuss the SEC weekend ahead (plus Oklahoma State at Texas) with a focus on how Mississippi State will fare against Alabama off of a bye and if Ole Miss has the advantage in what could be another shootout against Tennessee.
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Follow the latest news in our exclusive Ole Miss and Mississippi State Facebook groups.
30 min