Never Played the Game

Never Played the Game episodes:

• 09.27.2018

  Episode 86 - Bruce Heppler - Head Golf Coach at Georgia Tech

  Zach visits with the 9-time ACC Coach of the year and finds out how someone with a CPA working in Salt Lake City, goes on to be a member of the Golf Coaches Hall of Fame. From recruiting Tiger Woods.....

  
• 08.29.2018

  Episode 85 - Georgia Tech Quarterback TaQuon Marshall

  Zach sits down with the Yellow Jackets senior quarterback and discuss his decision to go to Georgia Tech over Duke.. his demanding class schedule... the rivalry with the Georgia Bulldogs and winning the ACC this season..'Rockin Rings' and playing in...

  
• 07.15.2018

  Episode 84 - Pod Stays, Jeff Schultz Leaves the AJC

  Schultzy has decided to break up the band. After nearly three decades in Atlanta, Jeff Schultz has moved on from the Atlanta Journal Constitution. Why he felt the time was right for the next chapter in his career and how Zach...

  
• 05.16.2018

  Episode 83 - Alex Anthopoulos - Atlanta Braves General Manager

  Zach and Jeff visit with 1st year Atlanta Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos on his journey from a former HVAC owner in Canada to MLB Executive of the Year. Alex opens up on the death of his father, paying his way...

  
• 04.30.2018

  Episode 82 - Braves Hot Start, Falcons Draft, Julio Jones Disappears and did Bud Quit on the Hawks

  Zach and Jeff discuss the surprising start by the Braves who closed out the month of April as the National League's highest scoring team. Were the Falcons correct in drafting Calvin Ridley, a wide receiver in the 1st round? What to...

  
• 04.19.2018

  Episode 81 - Thomas Dimitroff - Atlanta Falcons General Manager

  Zach and Jeff visit with Atlanta Falcons General Manger right before the 2018 NFL Draft. The two ask TD about: Mowing the lawn by day for the Cleveland Browns and watching film with Scott Pioli at night. Why the NFL combine can...

  
• 04.01.2018

  Episode 80 - Masters 2018 Preview with Steve Hummer of the Atlanta Journal Constitution

  Zach and Jeff preview the 2018 Masters with Steve Hummer of the Atlanta Journal Constitution. The best hole.. the best food..the best Masters tradition... who will win? Plus.. if Tiger Woods get another green jacket, will it be a bigger story...

  
• 03.28.2018

  Episode 79 - Atlanta Braves 2018 Preview -

  Zach and Jeff discuss the 2018 Braves season, but before they look ahead, they must revisit the end of 2017 when the franchise parted ways with then GM John Coppolella. Jeff spoke with Braves CEO Terry McGurik about what went...

  
• 03.19.2018

  Episode 78 - March Madness: Crean in at UGA, Legend of Ron Hunter and UMBC with greatest upset ever?

  Zach and Jeff discuss the wild opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament - For the first time ever, one regional failed to have a top 4 seed make it to the Sweet 16. Plus, was UMBC's win over #1 UVA...

  
• 03.11.2018

  Episode 77 - Mark Fox out at Georgia - NCAA Tournament breakdown and why we love Ron Hunter and GSU

  Zach and Jeff discuss the firing of Mark Fox as Georgia's basketball coach. Who should replace him in Athens. What about GSU's Ron Hunter? Plus, a look at NCAA Tournament bracket and the return of Tiger Woods

  
• 03.08.2018

  Episode 76 - ACC/SEC Basketball Tournaments and NFL Questioning at the combine

  Zach and Jeff discuss Georgia Tech's one and done at the ACC Tournament and Georgia's run in the SEC Tournament - Plus... How, two years after the Falcons asked inappropriate questions at the NFL Combine, another NFL team is asking...

  
• 02.26.2018

  Episode 75 - Chipper Jones on guns, the NRA and assault rifles

  Zach and Jeff react to comments made by Braves legend Chipper Jones. In a recent article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Chipper, an avid outdoorsman and hunter, denounces assault rifles. You will hear from Chipper on his upbringing and...

  
• 02.21.2018

  Episode 74 - Braves begin Spring Training - Mark Fox's Future at UGA

  Zach and Jeff discuss the start of Braves spring training. New GM Alex Anthopoulos discusses traditional scouting vs analytics, young prospects in the minors and the outlook for the 2018 season. Plus, what will it take for UGA head basketball...

  
• 02.16.2018

  Episode 73 - NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson

  Zach visits with 7-Time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson on his 'legendary' water polo career... having a cold beer to forget the 2017 season..his future at Hendrick Motorsports, his chances at Daytona, what needs to happen to win the Great American...

  
• 02.12.2018

  Episode 72 - Todd Stansbury - Georgia Tech Athletics Directory

  Zach and Jeff visit with Georgia Tech AD Todd Stansbury on changing the culture inside the athletics department. How does he feel about head football coach Paul Johnson and is the support still there for head basketball coach Josh Pastner?...

  
• 02.01.2018

  Episode 71 - Super Bowl Preview - New England Patriots vs Philadelphia Eagles

  Jeff is in Minneapolis for the Super Bowl and had a chance to visit with the players and coaches from both teams. He and Zach discuss if anyone is interested in this game outside of Boston and Philly and who...

  
• 01.25.2018

  Episode 70 - Braves Legend Chipper Jones to Hall of Fame - Mark Purdy on why he did not Vote for him

  Zach and Jeff visit with veteran sports writer and columnist Mark Purdy. Purdy was 1 of 12 voters who did not cast a ballot for Braves legend Chipper Jones. Why? What about Barry Bonds, Pete Rose and will there ever...

  
• 01.15.2018

  Episode 69 - Falcons Season Ends with 4 incomplete passes on 1st and Goal - Will Sark Return?

  Zach and Jeff discuss then end of the Falcons season and the 1st and goal sequence that determined their fate. A shovel pass? To a 3rd string running back? Should Offensive Coordinator Steve Sarkisian return? Will He? Plus, the impact on...

  
• 01.10.2018

  Episode 68 - Georgia Falls in National Championship Game - Falcons on to Philly

  Zach and Jeff discuss what happened to UGA in title game vs Alabama. Refs? Too much Saban? Tua? We hear from Saban and Kirby Smart on when the game turned. Plus, the Falcons head to Philadelphia for a divisional playoff...

  
• 01.05.2018

  Episode 67 - UGA Wins Rose Bowl.. Bring on 'Bama and Falcons Open Playoffs in LA

  Zach and Jeff discuss where Georgia's win in the Rose Bowl ranks among the all-time great games in sports. Plus, their predictions against Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide. Also, the Falcons prepare to defend their NFC Championship...

  
• 12.30.2017

  Episode 66 - Rose Bowl Media day, a Baker Mayfield sighting

  Zach and Jeff discus the Rose Bowl media day and the drama surrounding Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield - Also, Zach gets from broadcasting help from one of the Bulldog offensive lineman

  
• 12.27.2017

  Episode 65 - Bulldogs Arrive at Rose Bowl

  Zach and Jeff discuss the first official day of Rose Bowl week for the Georgia Bulldogs, a day that saw one of their star running backs nearly pass out... at Disneyland! Plus, Jeff's "must visit" stops for any Bulldog fan...

  
• 12.12.2017

  Episode 64 - Braves legend Dale Murphy

  Zach and Jeff visit with Braves legend Dale Murphy. His thoughts on the Hall of Fame, facing Greg Maddux and the recent embarrassment surrounding the Braves front office. Plus, Murph's thoughts on the New York Yankees and how long until...

  
• 11.29.2017

  Episode 62 - D.J. Shockley

  The last QB to lead the Georgia Bulldogs to an SEC Championship visits with Zach and Jeff on a wide range of topics. From the rematch against Auburn in the the 2017 SEC title game, to his experience in Athens...

  
• 11.22.2017

  Episode 61 - Copollela banned, college football rivalry, Falcons are back

  Zach and Jeff touch on the three biggest stories in Atlanta sports this week: 1) It’s rivalry week in college football, led by Georgia vs. Georgia Tech and Alabama vs. Auburn, games that have playoff ramifications; 2) Why former Braves...

  
• 11.17.2017

  Episode 60 - Dan Reeves

  Zach and Jeff visit with Former Falcons, Broncos and Giants head coach Dan Reeves. Dan shares his thoughts the 1998 Falcons team that went to the Super Bowl, the emotional reaction from fans after his heart surgery, his time with...

  
• 11.09.2017

  Episode 59 - #1 UGA vs #10 Auburn, Falcons vs Cowboys and Tech Hoops Allegations

  Zach and Jeff discuss the highly anticipated showdown in Auburn, plus the Falcons return home to face the Cowboys.. and a cell phone call interrupts the conversation just as they were talking about the allegations and accusations facing the Georgia...

  
• 11.03.2017

  Episode 58 - UGA #1 in Playoff Rankings and Falcons Open NFC South Play

  Zach and Jeff discuss the Bulldogs starting the playoff rankings being #1 and the fact Nick Saban loves it! Plus, the Falcons finally begin NFC south play. What's wrong with Cam & will he ever return to his MVP self

  
• 11.01.2017

  Episode 57 - Ric Flair - Wrestling Legend

  Zach and Jeff visit with one of the most popular athletes and entertainers on the planet for nearly four decades, wrestling legend Ric Flair. They discuss his introduction to the sport, his jet setting lifestyle, the tragedy of losing his...

  
• 10.26.2017

  Episode 56 - Georgia - Florida Weekend and the Gators are Yapping

  Zach and Jeff discuss the annual showdown in Jacksonville and the Gators are not holding back. While all is quiet in Athens, a few Florida Gators players have stepped up the trash talking game.

  
• 10.23.2017

  Episode 55 - Vince Dooley - Legendary UGA Bulldogs Heads Coach and AD

  Zach and Jeff discuss Dooley's love his history (Has a Masters in it and owns as letter from General Robert E. Lee and a table that was used to sign the Confederate Constitution), the rivalry against Auburn, Georgia Tech and...

  
• 10.20.2017

  Episode 54 - Falcons vs Patriots Take 2 - Braves make coaching moves

  Zach and Jeff discuss the Falcons and Patriots and the Super Bowl rematch. Plus, the Braves make coaching moves, TP and Eddie are out.

  
• 10.13.2017

  Episode 53 - Falcons back from bye-week.. UGA Homecoming and Tech vs Richt and Miami

  Zach and Jeff discuss the Falcons and the Miami Dolphins who have a new set of issues and this has nothing to do with Jay Cutler. It's homecoming in Athens and Georgia Tech looks to stay undefeated in ACC play...

  
• 10.03.2017

  EPISODE 52 - David O'Brien - Atlanta Braves Writer for the Atlanta Journal Constitution

  Zach and Jeff visit with David O'Brien, the longtime Atlanta Braves beat writer for the Atlanta Journal Constitution. 24-hours after the 2017 season ended, General Manager John Coppolella announced his resignation. David shares if there were any early indications of...

  
• 09.27.2017

  Episode 51 - Fasting and Football - Plus NCAA fallout.. Pitino out at Louisville

  Zach and Jeff discuss Schultz's weakness in admitting he won't fast for Yom Kippur. (Zach thinks a grumpy/hungry sports writer makes a great sports column) - Georgia heads to Tennessee, while Tech hosts UNC - Plus, Falcons look to go...

  
• 09.21.2017

  Episode 50 - DawgNation and AJC reporter Seth Emerson on Bulldogs Football

  Zach and Jeff bring in DawgNation reporter Seth Emerson to preview the Bulldogs SEC opener against Mississippi State, Jacob Eason's return to practice and what Kirby Smart must do moving forward.

  
• 09.14.2017

  Episode 49 - Falcons Open Mercedes-Benz Stadium vs Packers - Snitker out at Braves?

  Zach and Jeff discuss recent chatter that Brian Snitker could be out as Braves manager. Plus, the Falcons open up Mercedes-Benz Stadium vs Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers and our weekly best bests from college and the NFL

  
• 09.07.2017

  EPISODE 48 - Jake Fromm era begins at Georgia - CPJ goes for 2 & Falcons Week 1 in Chicago

  Zach and Jeff discuss Georgia's first ever trip to Notre Dame and the first career start for quarterback Jacob Fromm. How long will he get to run the offense and when does Jacob Eason return? Also, a crushing defeat for...

  
• 09.01.2017

  EPISODE 47 - College and NFL Football 2017 Predictions - Georgia, Georgia Tech and Falcons

  Zach and Jeff discuss the opening weekend of college football and by the time the year is over, who will compete for a national title. Also, will the Falcons head back to the Super Bowl? Crystal Ball time...

  
• 08.25.2017

  Episode 46 - Kirby Smart's Year 1 regrets at UGA

  Zach and Jeff discuss the recent Q&A Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart did with Jeff. His regrets during his 1st year in Athens. Plus, Georgia Tech loses one of the best RB's in the ACC and what to expect at...

  
• 06.14.2017

  Episode 45 - Michael Vick should not be in Falcons Ring of Honor and it's not why you think

  Zach and Jeff discuss the retirement announcement of Michael Vick and Roddy White. Why now? Why together? There is a very good reason he doesn't belong in the ring of honor or have his jersey retired and it has nothing...

  
• 06.06.2017

  Episode 44 - Braves put Bartolo Colon on "DL" - Travis Schlenk Hawks GM and Millsap Decision

  Zach and Jeff discuss the failure of the Bartolo Colon experience and what the new Hawks General Manager, Travis Schlenk will do with Paul Millsap

  
• 05.21.2017

  Episode 43 - Braves loose Freeman, Hawks need a GM and Baylor vs NCAA

  Zach and Jeff discuss the Braves not having Freddie Freeman for the next 10 weeks due to a broken wrist and will the injury signal and end to the team as we know it. Plus, what direction the Hawks are...

  
• 05.16.2017

  Episode 42 - Todd France - NFL Super Agent with CAA

  Jeff and Zach visit with Atlanta based NFL agent Todd France. CAA Football had 9 first round selections in the 2017 NFL draft and France is one of the reason why. He's negotiated over $1.5 billion worth of contracts and...

  
• 04.30.2017

  Episode 41 - Hawks Bounced from Playoffs and Dwight's not happy, Falcons Draft and Dansby's struggles

  Zach and Jeff discuss the Hawks 1st round playoff knockout and the fact their starting center, Dwight Howard didn't play in the 4th quarter in 2 of the 6 games. Plus, the Falcons move up in the draft (shocker) and...

  
• 04.21.2017

  Episode 40 - Hawks and Dwight - Falcons schedule and draft preview

  Zach and Jeff discuss the disappearing act of Dwight Howard and the hole the Hawks find themselves in. Plus the Falcons schedule is out and what happens on draft night.

  
• 04.16.2017

  Episode 39

  Zach and Jeff discuss the Hawks opening the NBA playoffs in Washington DC and the dominance of John Wall. Plus the Braves come home to begin a new era at SunTrust Park

  
• 04.05.2017

  Episode 38 - Mike Mills - R.E.M - The Baseball Project - Big Star's Third

  Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Mike Mills, former member of R.E.M. and lifelong Atlanta sports fans, riffs on music, sports, politics and this week's Masters.

  
• 03.30.2017

  Episode 37 - Roberto Castro

  An All-American at Georgia Tech, Castro is coming off a 2016 PGA Tour season where he qualified for the Tour Championship at East Lake, had 4, Top-10 finishes and finished 22nd in the FedEx Cup. Zach and Jeff discuss: 1:55 falling...

  
• 03.26.2017

  Episode 36 - NCAA Final 4 Hoops

  North Carolina, Oregon, Gonzaga and South Carolina have made it to Phoenix and the Final 4. Frank Martin take the Gamecocks to their first ever Final 4 and the pressure increases for Georgia's Mark Fox. Zach and Jeff discuss this,...