Sunday Golds: A Florida State Baseball Podcast

Ariya and Brett recap the Seminoles' offseason following the MLB Draft and the final few portal additions. Ariya also interviews Stephen Ponder, President & CEO of Seminole Boosters. Ponder also serves as the sport administrator for baseball.

Solo podcast edition as Brett breaks down FSU's transfer portal activity so far and previews the upcoming MLB Draft.

Brett and Ariya discuss the ending of the 2026 season and start to turn the page to 2027. The guys dive into transfer portal departures and possible areas for additions, as well as potential MLB Noles. They also touch on the crazy world of College Baseball where upsets are now the norm and parity has changed the sport.

Eric Luallen joins Brett and Ariya to recap the Seminoles’ two elimination game wins. The guys talk outstanding pitching, clutch hitting, the overall grit of the Noles and Club Howser being in full effect to will FSU to a couple victories. They also give their thoughts on what the Noles have left to throw on the mound in the Tallahassee Regional Final against St. John's.

Brett and Ariya give their thoughts on the Seminoles’ regional loss to the Red Storm.

Brett and Ariya are joined by Chris Nee of Noles247.com to give their thoughts on who the Noles should start on the mound in the Regional Opener. They also preview the weekend with a team-by-team breakdown, including keys to victory for the Noles. They finish with some insight as to why FSU is playing the early game on Friday and other Regionals that have caught their eye around the country. Also included is an injury update on a few key pieces for Link Jarrett's club.

2:30-8:05- Thoughts on FSU as No. 10 Seed paired with Bama

8:10-16:30- Mendes, Beard or Moore in Game 1 vs. St. John's?

16:35-20:10- Why FSU is playing the day game on Friday

20:15-30:00- St. John's Red Storm Preview (Big time Ace)

30:05-41:00- Offensive keys to winning the regional

41:05-54:00- Coastal Carolina Preview (Good team, high expectations; premium draft arm in Cam Flukey)

54:05-1:01:50- Northern Illinois Preview (Flying under radar?)

1:03:20- NCAA Regional Predictions and Bracket thoughts

Brett and Ariya discuss the loss to Pittsburgh in the ACC Tournament Quarterfinals and how it affects the Noles chances of a Top 8 National Seed. They also give some thoughts on the team as they prepare for the NCAA Tournament next weekend.

Florida State wrapped up the regular season with a series win over Miami. The Seminoles are entering the ACC Tournament as the No. 3 seed with a 19-11 conference record (38-16 in total). Brett and Ariya recap the series against the Hurricanes and FSU's comeback win in game one. They also discuss FSU's current resume and how it stacks up for a top-eight national seed.

G1 comeback: 5:00-22:00

Starting pitchers: 22:00-35:00

Bullpen: 35:00-45:00

Offense: 45:00-1:00:00

FSU's resume/top-eight case: 1:02:00-1:30:00

Brett and Ariya return for a mega show with over 100 minutes of content to recap the impressive weekend at Clemson, preview the rivalry against Miami, and what it means for FSU's postseason hosting hopes with a resume comparison of other Top 8 hopefuls. They also talk injury news, ACC Pitcher of the Year race (Wes Mendes vs. Jason DeCaro), and more.

Breakdown:

6:00-12:47: Appreciating a rare series win at Clemson

12:48-26:00: Wes Mendes showing maturity, ACC Pitcher of Year?

26:05-34:40: Trey Beard, Bryson Moore take steps forward

34:45-42:20: FSU Bullpen impresses in hostile environment

44:40-1:08:35: FSU offense improving, individual standouts

1:08:40-1:23:30: FSU vs. Miami Preview

1:23:35-1:38:00: National Seed Race and Comparing Resumes

FSU Baseball royalty, Chip Baker joins the show to give his thoughts on the 2026 Seminoles, their big weekend against Pitt, win over JU, and favorite memories of Mike Martin Sr. and Clemson. The Big Shooter and Ariya preview the series against the Tigers, give their keys to victory, and add a few thoughts on the Noles postseason resume. Brett makes a cameo before his phone glitches out on the golf course. An informative, funny, and reminiscent episode of Sunday Golds you won't want to miss.