We Can Help With Dave & Woody

Double Overtime, Baylor Bears & the Candy Tax

What a game! UCF pulls off a thrilling 39–31 double-overtime victory over BYU, and Dave & Woody have plenty to unpack!

From controversial clock management and a bizarre helmet-related ruling to questionable quarterback decisions and the ever-confusing college football overtime rules, the guys revisit a game that seemed determined to keep everyone guessing until the very end.

Coach Scott Frost calls it one of the coolest games in UCF history, while Dave & Woody recognize the entire Knights defense as their Players of the Week for helping seal the victory.

The conversation also turns to UCF's quarterback play, a certain high school nickname—“Lyghtz Out with a Z”—and whether outstanding college performances necessarily translate to the NFL.

Next up: Baylor! With the Bears coming to Orlando for Friday night's matchup, Dave & Woody examine the betting line, the over-under, and the history of Baylor's live bear mascots. Naturally, that leads to an unexpected detour into the history of the Chicago Bears and their own mascot traditions.

Away from the gridiron, Dave shows off his heavyweight Norlan bourbon glass, sparking a conversation about fancy glassware, expensive ice cubes, and the finer points of enjoying a good drink.

Dave also shares updates from a Special Olympics Tip a Cop fundraiser and his community leadership activities.

And with Halloween approaching, the guys revisit one of parenting's most sacred traditions: the Candy Tax! Woody favors Jolly Ranchers, Dave prefers Whoppers, and neither seems particularly interested in offering the kids a tax exemption.

UCF Football. Double Overtime. Baylor Bears. Bourbon Glasses. Halloween Candy. And absolutely no guarantee the conversation stays on topic.

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Bears, Bourbon & Betting on the KnightsCollege football has turned upside down, and Dave & Woody are trying to make sense of it all!

With major upsets shaking up the national rankings and the College Football Playoff picture, the guys revisit a wild stretch of college football before turning their attention to UCF's upcoming Homecoming showdown with BYU.

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier takes center stage as Dave and Woody discuss his unusual No. 47 jersey, his motivation to prove doubters wrong, and the Cougars' impressive season. With the betting line narrowing from 10½ to 7 points, Woody is ready to back the Knights for an outright victory, while Dave takes a more cautious approach.

But as usual, football is only part of the conversation.

Dave shares his ongoing search for the perfect everyday bourbon, explaining why Knob Creek 9 has become his preferred sipper and Wild Turkey 101 his choice for mixing an Old Fashioned. There's also talk of cigars, cooler weather, and the pleasures of a relaxing evening on the back porch.

The conversation turns to retirement planning, Social Security, and the sometimes complicated decisions surrounding when to begin collecting benefits.

Then Dave provides an update on his writing projects, including his Relationship Selling manuscript currently being evaluated by small-business owners and a new e-book exploring human agency—why people make the decisions they do and how those choices shape their lives.

Woody weighs in on artificial intelligence, specialized AI agents, and how emerging technology might change the process of writing and publishing books.

Along the way, the guys find time for a few stories, some questionable betting logic, and the kind of friendly disagreement that keeps the conversation entertaining.

UCF Football. Big 12 Upsets. Bourbon. Cigars. Retirement. Artificial Intelligence. And absolutely no guarantee the conversation stays on topic.

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Knights, Wildcats & Walk Like an Egyptian

UCF's struggles continue following a 42–28 loss to Oklahoma State, and Dave & Woody have plenty to say about it. From Keyone Jenkins' performance to costly mistakes, ball security, defensive breakdowns, and the challenges facing the coaching staff, the guys examine what went wrong and what needs to change.

With the Knights enjoying a bye week before welcoming BYU to the Bounce House for Homecoming on October 24, the conversation turns to the Cougars, the betting odds, and whether UCF can turn things around.

But football is only the beginning.

Dave shares his recent experience speaking to middle and high school FBLA students about relationships, confidence, and positive influence, along with an unexpected encounter with wild boars on the way to the event. Woody reports on his travels to Raleigh and the NASCAR Hall of Fame, where business commitments and bad weather kept him from watching much of the UCF game.

Then comes a journey through the surprisingly entertaining world of college mascots. From BYU's Cosmo the Cougar to the Cincinnati Bearcat—and a strange Southeast Asian mammal that reportedly smells like buttered popcorn—the guys discover that college football mascots aren't always what they seem.

The conversation also revisits legendary coach and Sigma Chi brother Mike Ditka, memorable UCF Homecoming concerts, the economics of college coaching contracts, the ethics of sports gambling, and the challenges facing America's trucking industry.

And somewhere along the way, Air Supply, Joan Jett, Hall & Oates, and the Bangles find their way into a college football conversation.

UCF Football. Homecoming Memories. College Mascots. Leadership. Sigma Chi. And absolutely no guarantee the conversation stays on topic.

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Pistol Pete, Puppy Teeth & UCF's Growing Pains

UCF jumped out to a 17–0 lead against Houston, but the Knights couldn't finish the job, falling 27–17. Dave and Woody revisit the loss, quarterback Keyone Jenkins' performance, and the growing concerns surrounding UCF's running game, injuries, and offensive consistency.

With a road trip to Oklahoma State looming, the guys examine what the Knights need to change, debate the betting odds, and disagree about UCF's chances. Woody is willing to put his faith—and perhaps a little money—behind the Knights, while Dave isn't quite ready to join him.

Then comes the history lesson!

Who exactly is Oklahoma State's Pistol Pete? Dave and Woody explore the story of Frank B. Eaton, the real-life cowboy whose remarkable life inspired one of college football's most recognizable mascots. Naturally, that leads to memories of college football road trips, tailgating, and creative approaches to stadium parking.

And speaking of things that refuse to follow directions, Woody's young corgi Penny is discovering her herding instincts—and apparently everyone's ankles are fair game. With professional puppy training potentially costing $2,000, the guys discuss whether teaching a dog some manners might be more expensive than sending a kid to college.

UCF Football. Big 12 Predictions. Cowboy History. Tailgating. Puppy Teeth. And absolutely no guarantee the conversation stays on topic.

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UCF has its first Big 12 win of the season, and Dave & Woody break down the Knights’ 21–13 victory over TCU, including an exceptional performance by quarterback Keyone Jenkins. Stepping in at quarterback, Jenkins completed 19 of 20 passes, including 14 consecutive completions, helping UCF control the game and earning Dave & Woody’s Player of the Week recognition.

Now the Knights head west for a much different challenge: Houston at TDECU Stadium on October 3. Dave and Woody look at the matchup, the quarterbacks, the betting line and what UCF will need to do on the road against the Cougars.

Woody also reports back from his family tailgate adventure at NC State vs. App State, complete with an English guest getting a firsthand introduction to American college-football culture—and some seriously impressive tailgating rigs.

Then the conversation begins wandering.

Old-school football coaches lead to memories of Bum Phillips and Woody Hayes. A discussion about Houston produces Woody's memories of a questionable 1991 golf outing. That somehow leads to getting lost before GPS, David asking police for directions in Miami, surviving Alligator Alley, and remembering when finding someone actually required a telephone call rather than dropping them a pin.

The guys finish by considering just how much technology has changed everyday life—from waiting for the evening news and recording songs off the radio to working virtually anywhere with a laptop. They also examine efforts to remove electronic distractions from college classrooms and wonder whether instant access to everything has cost us something along the way.

UCF Football. Tailgating. Houston. Old-school coaches. Technology. And two guys who remember when getting lost was actually getting lost.

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UCF heads into Big 12 play with some momentum after a 44–30 win over Georgia State, and Dave & Woody break down what worked, what still needs attention, and the defensive play that changed the game. #24 Tackett Curtis earns Dave & Woody’s Player of the Week recognition after his pivotal interception, while Duke Watson’s 177 rushing yards give the guys plenty to talk about on the offensive side.

Next up: TCU at the Bounce House. Dave and Woody compare the two universities and football programs, examine the matchup, discuss Scott Frost’s comments about the parity of the Big 12, and look at what UCF will need as conference play begins. Woody also has another football destination Saturday, with plans to attend NC State vs. Appalachian State.

Away from the field, Woody has some pretty significant family news: a new Welsh Corgi puppy named Penny and an engagement for his youngest daughter following her graduation from grad school in Italy.

Then it's time for the usual collection of Dave & Woody rabbit holes. Why do construction vehicles warn us to “Beware of Children”? What exactly is an attractive nuisance? The conversation wanders through Deacon Jones, George Washington and Revolutionary-era history, memorable classroom questions, the autumnal equinox and Dave’s birthday celebration.

And What Am I Drinking? returns with a classic Horse’s Neck—Old Forester 100 Proof Bourbon, ginger ale and a long lemon peel—before the guys turn toward NASCAR at Kansas Speedway and another weekend packed with football and racing.

UCF Football. NASCAR. Bourbon. History. Family. And absolutely no guarantee the conversation stays on topic. We Can Help with Dave & Woody — Available Wherever You Get Your Podcast.

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UCF came up short in a rain-soaked 12–7 loss at Pitt, and Dave & Woody break down what they saw—the defense keeping the Knights in the game, problems handling Pittsburgh’s pressure, and the impact of an injury at quarterback. They also recognize #20 Lewis Carter as the Dave & Woody UCF Player of the Week after his 10-tackle performance and look ahead to Saturday night’s return to Orlando against Georgia State.

Then the conversation takes a few classic Dave & Woody detours. Why do we play baseball in a park, football in a stadium, golf on a course, and jai alai in a fronton? The guys also explore the history behind highway edge lines and the people and ideas that helped make nighttime driving safer.

Woody turns toward NASCAR and Bristol Motor Speedway, including the possibility of a future Dave & Woody listener gathering at the night race, the championship picture, and why Bristol’s multiple racing grooves have made things interesting. Dave supplies the bourbon with his Knob Creek, maple syrup and orange bitters cocktail.

The episode closes with more college football, NASCAR championship talk, and a nod to National Voter Registration Day, which is September 15 this year and is a nonpartisan nationwide effort encouraging eligible Americans to register or update their voter information. (National Voter Registration Day)

UCF Football. NASCAR. Bourbon. Sports trivia. And the conversations that somehow connect all of it.
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UCF football is officially underway—and after a 73–6 win over Bethune-Cookman, Dave & Woody have one big question: Who deserves the first Dave & Woody UCF Player of the Week? With that many points on the board, the guys wonder whether the hardest-working Knight in the stadium might actually have been the scoreboard operator.

From there, they turn their attention to UCF’s trip to Pittsburgh, comparing the Knights and Pitt both on and off the football field and examining the early betting line that has UCF entering the matchup as an underdog. They also wander around the college-football landscape, including a wild finish involving questionable clock management and a game-winning Hail Mary.

Woody brings everyone up to speed on NASCAR and its playoff format, including Christopher Bell’s latest win, race strategy, pit stops, and some of the less glamorous realities of spending hours strapped inside a race car.

Then the conversation takes the usual Dave & Woody turns: Labor Day weekend, expensive Scotch versus bourbon, Dave’s preference for Aberfeldy, the pressure of throwing out a ceremonial first pitch, Woody's own first-pitch experience, and a little NFL talk.

UCF Football. NASCAR. Bourbon. Bad clock management. First pitches. And 73 reasons to celebrate.

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College football is back, and Dave & Woody are ready for kickoff.

The guys preview UCF’s opener against Bethune-Cookman, take a look around the SEC and Big 12 opening-week schedules, and unveil a new addition to their UCF coverage—the Dave & Woody UCF Player of the Week.

Woody also weighs in on NASCAR’s championship format following Daytona and offers a few ideas for fixing the playoff system.

Then things wander exactly where you’d expect: questionable bathroom etiquette, the strange story of the Principality of Sealand, British pirate radio, mad cow disease, and a California beer heist.

And on What Am I Drinking?, Dave introduces an experiment that probably shouldn’t work—but apparently does: the Maple Smoke Knockout, combining Old Forester 100 Proof Bourbon, maple syrup, lime and barbecue sauce.

UCF Football. NASCAR. Bourbon. Micronations. Bathroom etiquette.

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UCF Football is back, and Dave & Woody are talking all things UCF as the Knights prepare for the 2026 season.

The biggest storyline is a familiar name: Scott Frost. The guys look at Frost's return to Orlando and ask whether he can recapture some of the magic that culminated in UCF's unforgettable undefeated 2017 season.

They also examine just how different the challenge is today, with UCF now competing in the Big 12 and still searching for consistent success after a difficult start to life in the conference. Attention then turns to new quarterback Alonza Barnett III, who arrives from James Madison with the potential to give Frost the kind of dynamic presence his offense needs.

Dave and Woody work through the early schedule, talk expectations and revisit some favorite UCF football memories along the way. Then come the predictions—and apparently Woody has decided reasonable expectations are overrated. Woody calls 12–0, while Dave settles into considerably more realistic territory, looking for roughly six or seven wins and tangible evidence that the Knights are moving in the right direction.

And because talking football can make a man thirsty, Dave closes things out with What Am I Drinking?, featuring Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Bourbon — 120 Proof, served neat. No complicated recipe this week—just a big bourbon and a reminder of the show's philosophy: drink better, not more.

Plus, the guys talk a little behind-the-scenes podcast business, YouTube, what's coming next—and tease a four-legged topic headed your way. UCF Football. Scott Frost. Big 12 expectations. Questionable predictions. And 120-proof bourbon. Sounds like football season has officially arrived at We Can Help with Dave & Woody. Charge On! ⚔️🏈

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