Episodes

  • Episode 39: 2025 High School and College Rule Changes
    Jul 1 2025

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    This week, Michael and Ryan (and George) discuss the high school and college rule changes for 2025.

    Listening note: As was the case in Episode 35, when we discussed 2024's rule changes, podcast mascot George (pictured) was again so excited about this year's rule changes that his panting is audible in a few places; he sends his apologies.

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

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    35 mins
  • Episode 38: Chat with Rich Edwards, MAC Referee, GLVC Assistant Supervisor of Officials, and Mid-States Supervisor of Officials
    Aug 2 2024

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    This week, Michael and Ryan are joined by Rich Edwards, MAC Referee, GLVC Assistant Supervisor of Officials, and Mid-States Supervisor of Officials.

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

    If you liked this week's episode, please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for your continued support!

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    41 mins
  • Episode 37: Chat with MAC Replay Official and HCAC Supervisor Dennis Jackson
    Jul 12 2024

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    This week, Michael and Ryan are joined by Dennis Jackson, a Replay Official in the MAC and Supervisor in the HCAC. The three discuss Dennis's career to date, his work in helping to develop and provide opportunities for younger officials, and strategies for balancing officiating with other aspects of one's life.

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

    If you liked this week's episode, please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for your continued support!

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    42 mins
  • Episode 36: Chat with Big 10 Official Brett Henninger
    Jun 20 2024

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    This week, Michael and Ryan are joined by Brett Henninger, a deep wing in the Big 10. The three discuss Brett's career to date, his work in helping to develop and provide opportunities for younger officials, and strategies for balancing officiating with other aspects of one's life.

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

    If you liked this week's episode, please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for your continued support!

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    43 mins
  • Episode 35: 2024 High School and College Rule Changes
    Jun 3 2024

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    This week, Michael and Ryan (and George) discuss the high school and college rule changes for 2024.

    Listening note: Podcast mascot George (pictured) was so excited about this episode that his panting is audible in a few places; he sends his apologies.

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

    If you liked this week's episode, please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for your continued support!

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    31 mins
  • Episode 34: Pass Interference
    Mar 11 2024

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    This week, Michael and Ryan discuss pass interference rules at both the high school and college levels.

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 33: Chat with Big 10 official Kris Loving
    Sep 8 2023

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    This week, Michael and Ryan are joined by Kris Loving, a line of scrimmage official in the Big 10. The three discuss Kris's experience and his efforts to recruit and develop new officials and to effect positive change in his community.

    For more information on Kris's projects, please visit helpsaveoursports.org and Loving Touch Productions. We are very thankful to Kris for spending time with us and sharing his insights!

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

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    48 mins
  • Episode 32: Learn Your Stripes LIVE!
    Aug 23 2023

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    In our very first live episode, recorded August 20, 2023, Michael and Ryan answer your burning questions about the officiating life, how to get started as an official, and more!

    Check out the video of the live stream on YouTube here!

    More episodes, including some exciting guests, will be coming very soon!

    You can find us on Facebook at Learn Your Stripes Podcast, on Twitter @LYS_podcast, on Instagram @learnyourstripespodcast, and at learnyourstripespodcast.com.

    If you liked this week's episode, please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for your continued support!

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    54 mins