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Rivaled Takes Podcast

Rivaled Takes Podcast

Written by: James Baldwin and Josh Barnett
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A fresh, unfiltered look at the sports world. This podcast will combine news, bold opinions, and wide ranging conversations across every major sports league. Each episode breaks down the biggest headlines while also exploring the deeper stories, trends, and perspectives that mainstream sports media often tends to overlook. If you want smart insight, and a deeper understanding of the games you love, this is your new go‑to sports podcast.

James Baldwin
Episodes
  • Title Week Tension, HUGE MLB trade and Defending the Indefensible

    Title Week Tension, HUGE MLB trade and Defending the Indefensible
    Jan 23 2026

    Today we preview the NFL's championship round and we talk about the shortcomings of the Bills' GM. NFL MVP finalists, Freddy Peralta to the Mets, reaction to the CFP natty and finish with our segment: defend the Indefensible!

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    36 mins
  • Chaos around the NFL

    Chaos around the NFL
    Jan 19 2026

    Today we discuss the NFL divisional round, the coaching carousel, the MLB and it's dangerous state. This is followed by a preview of the National Championship in CFB and finished by our newest segment..."Don't be surprised if"!
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    34 mins
  • All Alone

    All Alone
    Jan 14 2026

    Today James discusses RivaledTakes' reactions to the NFL Wildcard weekend. This is then followed up by a discussion on how attractive a job the Steelers currently are. James then segways into previewing the College Football National Championship. The podcast is wrapped up by discussing our Teams of the Week!
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    25 mins
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