About The A.U. Pod: A fun Auburn football, basketball and gymnastics podcast for you!
Auburn University fan podcast. Join us for family-friendly analysis of all the recent football, basketball, and gymnastics news right here on the A.U. Pod!
Alex and Michael drop a quick pod bemoaning the up and down nature of Auburn fan-dom. This time it was a thrilling AU victory over Kentucky in basketball - but followed by two terrible losses. Why is it so hard!
And a bonus discussion on what non-conference teams would you most like to see Auburn play in basketball and football?
16 Feb 2026
AU Basketball … man what happened? Bonus: Biggest Auburn “what-ifs”
Alex and Michael discuss Auburn’s basketball woes and what is going on. Disclaimer - this was even before the crushing Arkansas beat-down. They then discuss what it would take to come back to sustained excellence and, as a bonus, some of Auburn's biggest "what-if" moments and how a few turning points could have transformed the Tigers into a perennial powerhouse. If you're a die-hard Auburn fan, a college football junkie, or simply love unraveling the butterfly effects that shape sports history, this episode is your new obsession.
In this compelling conversation, we dive into pivotal moments like the infamous Grave Digger play, the missed opportunities in the 1980s, and the crucial games that could have changed Auburn's entire trajectory—what if they'd held onto that 2013 Iron Bowl victory or beaten Clemson in 2010? We explore how each "what-if" could have rerouted Auburn's legacy and what it reveals about the ruthless art of college sports.
You'll discover:
The behind-the-scenes drama of Auburn's coaching decisions and how they might have altered the program's destiny
How seemingly small plays, like a missed field goal or a controversial call, had outsized impacts on national rankings
The significance of recruiting, strategy, and culture in shaping Auburn's competitive edge over the decades
Surprising insights into how other programs like Miami, Georgia, and Clemson could have changed Auburn’s place in college football lore
The broader implications for Auburn fans—and all sports enthusiasts—who crave winning on a national scale and want to understand the power of small moments that define history
2 Feb 2026
Signature Steven Pearl Basketball Victory? Is this the turning point? What great to bring back? Bediako?!?
In this episode of the AU Pod, hosts Alex and Michael explore recent developments in Auburn basketball, expressing optimism about the team's turnaround, especially after key wins against Florida and Texas. They discuss issues like shooting struggles and defensive challenges, highlighting player performances such as Keyshawn Hall's and Tahaad's mixed contributions. The conversation also touches on potential returns of traditions like orange jerseys and fantasizes about historical Auburn greats like Cam Newton bolstering the current team. Overall, they see more positives than negatives, attributing the team's competitive spirit as a reason for an optimistic outlook.
BONUS: What is going on with the NCAA? Will their traitorous support of Alabama never end (latest example: Nate Oates and Bediako)
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