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Off The Bench

Guaranty Broadcasting Company·Hosted by Jacob Hester and Matt Flynn·1000 episodes

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Off The Bench is a radio show on 104.5 ESPN Baton Rouge hosted by former LSU players Jacob Hester and Matt Flynn.

Why listen

Off The Bench is built for LSU and New Orleans sports fans who want their daily talk with local memory, player perspective, and plenty of radio-show chaos. Jacob Hester and Matt Flynn move between Tigers baseball, football, basketball, Saints news, guest hits, mailbag bits, food segments, and random tangents, so it feels like dropping into a Baton Rouge sports bar conversation. It is best for listeners who follow Louisiana sports closely and enjoy personality-driven debate as much as analysis.

Episodes

46 min
Jun 3, 2026
Hour Three | Drake London’s Contract, Chris Olave Debate & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB we discuss Drake London’s new contract and what it could mean for Chris Olave moving forward. We spend most of the hour debating what a fair price for Olave would look like and what the New Orleans Saints should be willing to pay before wrapping things up with Ask the Bench.

46 min
Jun 3, 2026
Hour Two | Dr. Etheredge Joins, CFB QB Rankings & Baseball Portal Talk

In hour two of OTB we talk with Dr. Stephen Etheredge about some New York Knicks injuries and also discuss Sam Leavitt’s foot injury, recovery timeline, and what that process looks like. We also take a look at Bill Bender’s top college football quarterback rankings, discussing what we agree and disagree with, before wrapping up with some baseball transfer portal talk.

46 min
Jun 2, 2026
Hour Three | Nick Underhill Joins, Saints OTAs & Ask the Bench

We kick off hour three with Nick Underhill as we discuss the latest NFL news and preview New Orleans Saints OTAs. We also talk about the growing calls to reseed teams after regionals in the college baseball postseason before wrapping up the show with Ask the Bench.

46 min
Jun 2, 2026
Hour Two | CFL Rabbit Hole, OTB Mailbag & Matt Buries Joe Pesci

In hour two of OTB we somehow end up on a random CFL tangent before diving into OTB Mailbag. Along the way, Matt accidentally puts Joe Pesci in an early grave, creating one of the more unintentionally hilarious moments of the day.

46 min
Jun 2, 2026
Hour One | NFL Trade Frenzy, OBJ Returns & AJ Brown to New England

In hour one of OTB we discuss all of the major NFL trade news that broke yesterday. We talk about Odell Beckham Jr. returning to the New York Giants after a couple of years away from the league, Myles Garrett heading to the Los Angeles Rams and what that could mean for their defense, and of course the blockbuster move sending A. J. Brown to the New England Patriots.

46 min
Jun 1, 2026
Hour Three | Marler Monday, NCAA Baseball & Softball Drama

It’s Marler Monday, which means things quickly go off the rails. In hour three of OTB we talk NCAA baseball, some of the drama happening around college softball, make fun of Chris Marler along the way, and honestly cover a little bit of everything before wrapping up the show.

47 min
Jun 1, 2026
Hour Two | The OTB NBA Finals, Saints Talk & Weekend Winners

In hour two of OTB we officially get the OTB NBA Finals matchup: Alondra’s San Antonio Spurs vs. Jake’s New York Knicks. We discuss the Spurs’ series win over the Oklahoma City Thunder and look ahead to the Finals matchup. We also talk some New Orleans Saints and do Weekend Winners.

45 min
Jun 1, 2026
Hour One | Weekend Recap, Coach O Recruiting Weekend & NCAA Baseball

In hour one of OTB we recap our weekends before diving into Ed Orgeron and LSU’s big recruiting weekend. We also talk some NCAA baseball and take a look at what’s happening around the postseason landscape.

47 min
May 29, 2026
Hour Three | Vrabel-Russini Fallout, QB Relationships & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB we talk about how the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini saga has seemingly died down after dominating headlines for weeks. We also discuss the difference between J. J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray's answers when they were asked about their relationship with each other, before wrapping up the show with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 29, 2026
Hour Two | Joey McGuire’s Scheduling Idea, Dolly’s New Venture & The Great Kankle Debate

As promised, this hour is all over the place. We kick things off discussing Joey McGuire’s comments that Texas Tech should buy out its opener with ACU, Texas should buy out its game with Texas State, and the two schools should just play each other. We also talk about Dolly Parton opening a Buc-ee’s-style venture that absolutely nobody asked for. Most importantly, we finally settle one of the biggest debates in OTB history: who in the Wolfpack has the most kankle-y ankles.

45 min
May 29, 2026
Hour One | Donuts, Spurs Game 7 & Coach O Recruiting Weekend

Fair warning: this might be the most ADHD show OTB history. We spend time discussing our favorite donuts before pivoting to the San Antonio Spurs forcing a Game 7 and why we hate watching games in public because we get way too emotionally invested. We also talk about Ed Orgeron and LSU’s massive recruiting weekend coming up.

46 min
May 28, 2026
Hour Three | Kirby Smart on the SEC & NCAA, Munchies & Ask the Bench

We kick off hour three talking about Kirby Smart’s comments regarding the SEC potentially completely separating from the NCAA. We also do Munchies with Chef Michael Johnson before wrapping up the show with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 28, 2026
Hour Two | Predicting NFL 12-Win Teams & OTB Mailbag

We kick off hour two with Jake and Matt each giving you the seven NFL teams they think can reach 12 wins this season. Alondra and Tay Tay also give their lists and discuss some of the bubble teams that just missed the cut. We also do OTB Mailbag this hour.

46 min
May 28, 2026
Hour One | Summer Camp Talk, Saints OTAs & Cam Jordan Discussion

In hour one of OTB we talk about how none of us really ever went to a true sleepaway summer camp growing up. We also discuss New Orleans Saints OTAs, the running back position, and Cam Jordan.

47 min
May 27, 2026
Hour Three | Cole Freeman Joins, Spurs vs. OKC & Ask the Bench

We kick off hour three with former Tiger Cole Freeman as we talk about his organization Heart Has No Limits and LSU baseball’s disappointing season. We also discuss San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder, Alondra tells everyone to grow up, stop vaping, and smoke a cigarette instead, and we wrap up the show with Ask the Bench.

46 min
May 27, 2026
Hour Two | Dr. Etheredge Joins, Wallen Wednesday & Tyler Shough Talk

We kick off hour two with Dr. Stephen Etheredge as we talk about the importance of listening to your body when something feels off. We also talk some Morgan Wallen as we celebrate Wallen Wednesday. Plus, we discuss the New Orleans Saints and defend Tyler Shough, explaining why we believe he could be the Saints’ next franchise quarterback.

46 min
May 27, 2026
Hour One | SEC Spring Meetings, Lane Kiffin Comments & SEC Group Chat Drama

In hour one of OTB we talk SEC Spring Meetings and some of Lane Kiffin’s comments coming out of them. We also discuss Jon Sumrall definitely not firing shots at Lane Kiffin, and talk about the SEC coaches group chat and which coaches are probably getting left out of it.

46 min
May 26, 2026
Hour Three | Nick Underhill on Saints OTAs, Weekend Winners & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB we kick things off talking New Orleans Saints with Nick Underhill as OTAs are about to get underway. We also do Weekend Winners since we were off yesterday, discuss Will Davis being set to become the next head coach at Houston Cougars baseball, and wrap up the show with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 26, 2026
Hour Two | 24-Team Playoff Debate, Toothpaste Chaos & LSU QB Room Changes

In hour two of OTB we talk about the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff, Greg Sankey’s comments on it, and how we all feel about expanding the playoff that far. Of course, we immediately get sidetracked talking about a guy who invented something to get toothpaste back into the tube, which somehow leads us to the bizarre video of Bryce Harper applying toothpaste. Eventually, we get things back on track and discuss the changes that happened in LSU’s quarterback room over the weekend.

46 min
May 26, 2026
Hour One | Memorial Day Weekend Recap, LSU Softball Eliminated & Softball Drama

In hour one of OTB we recap our Memorial Day weekend before jumping into sports talk with LSU softball getting swept out of the Tuscaloosa Super Regional. We also discuss the wild drama between Texas Tech Red Raiders softball and Florida Gators softball that somehow involved Jason Williams. Plus, we briefly touch on the NBA Conference Finals.

46 min
May 22, 2026
Hour Three | More Coach O Talk, Next LSU Natty Debate & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB we continue talking about Ed Orgeron being hired back onto the LSU staff. We also debate which LSU sport we most want to see win the next national championship before wrapping up the show with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 22, 2026
Hour Two | On3 Top 100 Debate, Joe Schoen Extension & Would You Rather

In hour two of OTB we take a look at On3’s Top 100 players in college football rankings and discuss who feels noticeably absent from the top 10. We also talk about Joe Schoen getting an extension with the New York Giants before wrapping up the hour with some Would You Rather.

47 min
May 22, 2026
Hour One | Tripod Rolling, LSU Softball Super Regional & Stafford Contract Talk

The tripod is rolling today! In hour one of OTB we talk about the tragic passing story surrounding Kyle Busch, preview LSU softball as the Tigers head to Tuscaloosa for the Super Regional, and discuss Matthew Stafford’s contract situation for this season.

47 min
May 21, 2026
Hour Three | More Coach O Talk, Munchies

In hour three of OTB we continue talking about Ed Orgeron returning to LSU’s football staff and what exactly this whole situation is going to look like. Chef Michael Johnson joins us for Munchies, we recap yesterday’s chaotic remote, and we wrap up the show with Ask the Bench.

46 min
May 21, 2026
Hour Two | LSU Baseball Eliminated, NBA Conference Finals & Taylor Swift Dance Party

In hour two of OTB we talk LSU baseball’s season coming to an end in Hoover against Auburn Tigers baseball. We also discuss the NBA Conference Finals, react to Aaron Rodgers signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers for one more season, and wrap up the hour with a Taylor Swift dance party for Tuzette.

46 min
May 21, 2026
Hour One | Coach O Returns to LSU & Athletic Department Fever Dream

In hour one of OTB we talk about Ed Orgeron officially being hired back onto the LSU football staff. What exactly is his role going to be? How do we feel about the hire? We discuss how all the recent moves being made around the LSU athletic department feel like an absolute fever dream before quickly touching on LSU baseball to wrap up the hour.

46 min
May 20, 2026
Hour Three |LSU/Auburn Preview & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB, Tay Tay and Alondra are forced to hold down the fort thanks to continued technical difficulties. The two preview LSU vs. Auburn Tigers baseball in the SEC Tournament, talk some New Orleans Saints and NFL storylines, and wrap up the show with an extended edition of Ask the Bench.

48 min
May 20, 2026
Hour Two | Technical Difficulties, NBA Finals Talk & Will Wade Recruiting Debate

In hour two of OTB we send things back to the studio due to some technical difficulties, leading to Tay Tay and Alondra talking NBA Finals for a bit. Once we reconnect with the guys, the conversation shifts to Will Wade’s current recruiting strategy, with Matt making it very clear he is not a fan. We also spend part of the hour trying to figure out whether they are actually in Geismar or Dutchtown.

45 min
May 20, 2026
Hour One | LSU Beats Oklahoma & Lamar Brown Gets National Attention

In hour one of OTB we talk LSU’s win over Oklahoma Sooners baseball in the SEC Tournament and discuss what worked for the Tigers, along with how the bullpen shapes up for the rest of the tournament. We also talk about a Fox Sports article highlighting freshmen on top 25 teams, with Lamar Brown getting mentioned.

46 min
May 19, 2026
Hour Three | Nick Underhill Joins, RJ Luis Commits & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB we kick things off talking New Orleans Saints with Nick Underhill, including  players from the Sean Payton era that are still hanging around on the roster and what their future looks like. We also discuss LSU basketball landing a commitment from RJ Luis Jr. and wonder how exactly LSU is going to get him more eligibility. We wrap up the show with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 19, 2026
Hour Two | Will Wade Recruiting Talk, Jeep Duck Discourse & OTB Mailbag

In hour two of OTB we discuss Will Wade’s unconventional recruiting strategy this offseason, and Alondra explains why parts of it are slightly concerning to her. We also talk about what Will needs to do this coming season to keep LSU fans excited about his return. Somewhere along the way, we spend way too much time talking about Jeeps and rubber ducks before wrapping up the hour with OTB Mailbag.

46 min
May 19, 2026
Hour One | Matt’s Idaho Fly Fishing Trip & Pelicans Hire Jamahl Mosley

In hour one of OTB we get a full recap of Matt’s fly fishing trip out in Idaho before switching gears to the New Orleans Pelicans hiring Jamahl Mosley. We also share our thoughts on the hire and what it could mean for the future of the organization.

46 min
May 18, 2026
Hour Three | Marler Monday Chaos, Sports Talk & Ask the Bench

It’s Marler Monday in hour three of OTB, which means the show immediately goes off the rails. We talk a little baseball, a little football, spend plenty of time making fun of Chris Marler, and somehow make it to the finish line with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 18, 2026
Hour Two | NBA Playoffs, Pelicans Frustration & Weekend Winners

In hour two of OTB we talk some NBA Playoffs, which turns into a conversation about the New Orleans Pelicans and how unserious that organization can seem at times. We also do Weekend Winners before Will Helmers joins the show as we continue talking LSU baseball.

46 min
May 18, 2026
Hour One | Jake Throws Out the First Pitch, LSU Softball Advances & Baseball Talk

In hour one of OTB we talk about Jake throwing out the first pitch against Florida and how his son Memphis may have completely shown him up. We also discuss LSU softball dominating its regional and heading to Tuscaloosa for the Super Regional. Plus, we talk some LSU baseball.

47 min
May 15, 2026
Hour Three | Saints Talk with Devin Snow, Whit Weeks Joins & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB we kick things off talking New Orleans Saints with Devin Snow. We also finally get Tay Tay’s confession, which turns out to be kinda boring. Whit Weeks joins the show, and we wrap things up with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 15, 2026
Hour Two | Saints Schedule Reactions, First Pitch Talk & NFL Relevancy

In hour two of OTB we further discuss the New Orleans Saints schedule release and how we feel about it. We also talk LSU vs. Florida and Jake throwing out the first pitch before getting into a conversation about how the NFL somehow manages to stay relevant year-round despite football season being in the fall. We wrap up the hour with some confessions.

45 min
May 15, 2026
Hour One | LSU Baseball Frustration, Saints Schedule Release & Rece Davis Joins

In hour one of OTB we talk LSU baseball losing to Florida and just how disappointing this season has been, while also explaining why we still are not doubting Jay Johnson. We also discuss the New Orleans Saints schedule release before Rece Davis joins the show to talk college football, with College GameDay officially kicking off the season at LSU vs. Clemson Tigers football. We also discuss whether LSU vs. Ole Miss in Oxford could become one of the biggest games of the year and the pressure surrounding LSU football this season.

46 min
May 14, 2026
Hour Three | Rage Baiting, Apple Music vs. Spotify & Munchies

In hour three of OTB we talk about how much we love rage baiting people and how confrontational Alondra and Jake can be. We also revisit our playlist conversation and debate Apple Music vs. Spotify. Chef Michael Johnson joins us for Munchies, and we wrap up the show with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 14, 2026
Hour Two | First Pitch Strategy, LSU NIL Talk & Yacht Rock Playlists

In hour two of OTB we talk about Jake’s strategy for throwing out the first pitch tomorrow. We also discuss LSU roster NIL valuations before getting into conversations about playlists and yacht rock.

46 min
May 14, 2026
Hour One | Matt’s Nutrition Panel, Saints in Paris & NFL International Games

In hour one of OTB we kick things off with Matt recapping his experience speaking on a nutrition panel and the conference he attended. We also talk about the New Orleans Saints playing in Paris and discuss the NFL’s growing international schedule.

46 min
May 13, 2026
Hour Three | Lane Kiffin Drama, Chris Blair Joins & Ask the Bench

In hour three of OTB we kick things off talking more about Lane Kiffin’s Vanity Fair article and the bad blood that continues to brew between LSU and Ole Miss. Chris Blair also joins the show as we talk some baseball and football before wrapping things up with Ask the Bench.

47 min
May 13, 2026
Hour Two | Dr. Etheredge Joins, NBA Playoffs & Regional Preview with Beth Torina

Dr. Stephen Etheredge joins us to start hour two as we talk some NBA Playoffs, especially the San Antonio Spurs, and predict the Finals will be Spurs vs. New York Knicks. Beth Torina joins the show to preview LSU softball’s regional. We wrap up the hour talking about baseball superstitions.

46 min
May 13, 2026
Hour One | Vibe Check, College GameDay at LSU & Saints Talk with Ross Jackson

In hour one of OTB we kick things off with the weekly vibe check as we hear about Tay Tay having to put Razr’s crib together and Alondra’s bench press journey. We also talk about College GameDay being at LSU’s season opener against Clemson Tigers football this upcoming season and the hype around the season because of Lane Kiffin. Plus, Ross Jackson joins the show as we talk some New Orleans Saints and discuss Cam Jordan.

47 min
May 12, 2026
Hour Three | Nick Underhill Joins, LSU/Ole Miss Bad Blood & NBA Playoffs

In hour three of OTB we kick things off with Nick Underhill as we talk about the New Orleans Saints rookie minicamp and some early impressions from the weekend. We also discuss just how insane the LSU vs. Ole Miss game in Oxford is going to be this season with all the bad blood between the two programs. Plus, we talk a little NBA Playoffs and the Los Angeles Lakers getting swept before wrapping up the show with Ask the Bench.

46 min
May 12, 2026
Hour Two | Cat Facts, OTB Mailbag & Lane Kiffin Vanity Fair Talk

In hour two of OTB we talk about cats and learn that you apparently are not actually supposed to give them milk. We also do OTB Mailbag and discuss Lane Kiffin’s interview with Vanity Fair.

46 min
May 12, 2026
Hour One | Matt’s Convention Panel, Bird Talk & LSU Softball Regional

In hour one of OTB we talk about Matt going to a convention and being on a panel before somehow getting back on the topic of birds again. We also discuss LSU softball hosting a regional and what the bracket looks like, which leads into a conversation about Virginia Tech Hokies softball and an article complaining about them not hosting. Plus, we touch on the NFL schedule release.

46 min
May 11, 2026
Hour Three | Marler Monday, Weekend Winners & Stadium Food Prices

It’s Marler Monday in hour three of OTB as Chris Marler joins the show and things immediately stop being linear. We definitely do Weekend Winners, and at some point we take a look at which stadiums have the cheapest and most expensive hot dog and beer combos. Beyond that? Unsure.

47 min
May 11, 2026
Hour Two | Saints Rookie Camp, LSU Award Candidates & Bobby Cox Talk

In hour two of OTB we talk some New Orleans Saints and their rookie minicamp over the weekend. We also discuss LSU football, which Tigers could bring home awards this season, and ESPN’s top 25 award candidates list. Plus, we talk about just how new LSU’s offense is going to look this season before wrapping up the hour talking Bobby Cox.

46 min
May 11, 2026
Hour One | Weekend Recap, LSU Baseball Frustration & Softball Hosts a Regional

In hour one of OTB we kick things off by recapping our weekends before unfortunately having to recap LSU baseball getting swept by Georgia and just how disappointing and frustrating this season has been. On the bright side, though, LSU softball gets into the postseason and will be hosting a regional.

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