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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and RTI contributor Aby Goodman discuss the big coaching moves in Tennessee basketball. What do we make of the decision to hire Kellie Harper as the next Lady Vols’ head coach? And what about Rick Barnes? Did what happen with him and UCLA change how we and Vol fans view him? We also have a conversation with Vol legend Chris Lofton about this past season for the men’s basketball team, his thoughts on Rick Barnes, his advice for Jordan Bone, and more.

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee take a look back at Tennessee’s 2018-19 basketball season. Does the Vols’ ending in the NCAA Tournament make the whole season a disappointment? Was this season the Vols’ best chance at making a deep tournament run, or is the future brighter than many think? Also, what do we make of Bruce Pearl having success at Auburn?

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss where the Vols rank among the remaining 16 teams in the NCAA Tournament. Should Tennessee be ranked as low as they are by some national media members, or is that an overreaction? We also speak with Dustin Dopirak, who covers Purdue for The Athletic, about what Vol fans need to know about UT’s Sweet Sixteen opponent. Are the Boilermakers all about Carsen Edwards, or do they have other players who can be trouble for the Vols? What kind offense and defense do they run? Does Tennessee present them with difficult match-ups? We discuss that and more.

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In this special edition of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss the Vols’ collapse and recovery against Iowa in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. What changed for the Vols at halftime to go from dominating the Hawkeyes to suddenly letting the game slip through their fingers? What was the reaction like in Columbus? What does this performance mean for UT moving forward, and who stood out the most for the Vols in this game? They also look ahead briefly to Tennessee’s match-up with Purdue in the Sweet Sixteen.

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss the news about a Tennessee defensive back being arrested on Thursday morning and how that will affect the football team. The rest of the podcast, however, is about UT basketball. What are our biggest concerns about the Vols heading into the NCAA Tournament? How deep of a run do they need to go on for the season to be considered a success? We also spoke with Mitchell Northam of Mid Major Madness about the Vols’ first round match-up with Colgate, in-state team Belmont possibly going on a run, and more.

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss Tennessee’s draw in the SEC Tournament. Did the Vols get the best draw out of the top three seeds in the tournament? Will the Vols end up winning the tournament title for the first time since 1979? Also, is this team the best UT men’s team in school history already, or do they need to prove more in postseason play? We also spoke with Erik Haslam of Haslemetrics.com about what the Vols need to do to get a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, how the selection committee is going to handle LSU, who could disrupt the tournament bubble, and much more!

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss their biggest takeaways from the first day of spring practice for Tennessee’s football team. Who already stood out after just one day? What are we most excited about after the first day, and what are we going to keep our eyes on over the next month of practices?

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss whether it’s better for the Vols to be a No. 1 or No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament this year. Tennessee would make history by getting a one-seed, but would it actually benefit them and Vol fans more if they were a two-seed? Also, which team does Tennessee least want to face in the NCAA Tournament? We also spoke with former Vol basketball player Ron Slay about this year’s team. Who is his favorite player on the team to watch? What does he think about the Vols’ chances of winning a national title?

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss the two biggest factors for Saturday’s rematch between Tennessee and Kentucky. What do the Vols need to do if they want to get revenge on the Wildcats? Who are going to be the X-factors for both squads on Saturday? We also spoke with Erik Haslam, the owner of Haslametrics.com about Tennessee’s NCAA Tournament resume. What’s most appealing about the Vols when you look at their numbers, and what’s their biggest blemish? Where will the Vols likely end up seeded in March?

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In this episode of the RTI Podcast, managing editor Nathanael Rutherford and staff writer Ben McKee discuss the fallout from Tennessee’s 82-80 loss to LSU in overtime on Saturday. What’s going to happen with the Anthony Jordan situation? Should the SEC discipline him for his past actions and what happened in the Tennessee-LSU game on Saturday? They also discuss whether the LSU game changes how worried they are about the Vols moving forward and what the biggest issue is for this team that needs fixed before tournament time.

The RTI Podcast comes out every twice every week. You can subscribe to the podcast in iTunes here!