The Full 40 - A Villanova Basketball Podcast

The Full 40 - A Villanova Basketball Podcast

"We got back to playing a full 40 minutes of Villanova Basketball", said every Nova player ever. That's music to our ears, and now we've got a podcast for yours. This is The Full 40 Minutes with Chris and Rob, a not-so serious podcast about all things related to Villanova Basketball. Available on Spotify, Apply, Google, Stitcher, and other podcast providers. Just search "The Full 40 podcast" Spotify: https://goo.gl/MtUQTp Twitter: @thefull40 Instagram: @thefull40 email: full40nova@gmail.com

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S09E13: The 40's & Portal Talk

April 15, 2026 • 92 mins
Willy, Tommy & Brian break down where things stand for Nova as the offseason gets rolling. From portal movement and roster questions to what this team needs to get back to competing at a high level, we cover all the major storylines shaping the program right now. We also look back at how the season wrapped up, what worked, what didn’t, and where there’s real reason for optimism heading into next year. Plenty of discussion on playe...
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S09E12 So.....we lost

March 25, 2026 • 66 mins
Willy and Tommy discuss the Utah State and the Texas Tech game, the rest of the week that was and what's next for the cats
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S09E11: Selection Sunday Podcast: The Cats Go Out West

March 16, 2026 • 105 mins
Willy and Chris hop on this week to talk about the Mens and Womens selections in the NCAA tournament and the path forward for them, they then breakdown some thoughts around the reveal and this years bracket
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S09E10 - The Conference Tournaments Begins

March 11, 2026 • 89 mins
S09E10 - The Conference Tournaments Begins by with Chris,Trevor and Willy
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S09E08: Hodge Heartbreak & Big East Bracketology

March 3, 2026 • 70 mins
Welcome back to The Full 40! This week, Willie, Tommy, and Chris break down a rollercoaster week of Villanova basketball as the regular season winds down. We kick things off by recapping the recent slate of games, starting with a tough reality check against a title-contending UConn team and a bounce-back win over Butler. We also dive into a concerning trend of the Wildcats sputtering out of the halftime break , before unpacking t...
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Gemini said S09E07: Acaden Lewis' Flowers & The Cintas Rock Fight

February 18, 2026 • 76 mins
Villanova survives the Cintas Center! S09E07 of The Full 40 breaks down the 92-89 OT win over Xavier. Hosts Tommy, Willie, Brian, and Chris discuss the "Acaden Lewis Era," the terrifying free-throw stats, and the upcoming massive home game against UConn. +4 Timestamps: 00:00 – Xavier Rapid Reaction: The Cintas Rock Fight +1 10:45 – Acaden Lewis is the real deal +1 18:30 – The Free Throw Curse: 296th in the country? +1 2...
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S09E06 Where would we be without Tyler Perkins?

February 11, 2026 • 53 mins
Willy and Tommy go live immediately after Villanova’s 77–74 win over Marquette to break down everything from the Cats’ strong first half to the second-half scoring drought that nearly flipped the game.
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S09E05: Road Warriors & Paint Problems

January 20, 2026 • 65 mins
The Full 40 crew is back to break down a wild two weeks of Villanova Basketball. We kick things off by recapping the Cats' incredible "Road Warrior" stretch, analyzing the huge Big East wins at Marquette (76-73) and Providence (88-82). We discuss the emerging chemistry of the backcourt, highlighted by clutch performances from Tyler Perkins and Devin Askew, and what clicked for the offense away from home. Then, we dive into the rea...
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S09E04: Heating Up

January 6, 2026 • 68 mins
Willy and Chris talk about what’s been going right for the Villanova Basketball team this season, what should our expectations be for the team in the NCAA tournament. Then take a look at the upcoming Big East schedule and discuss what the team needs to do to get ranked and continue to be ranked, they finish off with a women’s basketball shoutout and pocket watching Collin Gillespie
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Full 40 S09E03 Michigan Woes

December 11, 2025 • 68 mins
Full 40 S09E03 Michigan Woes by with Chris,Trevor and Willy
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S09E02: Early Returns: Why This Start Feels Different

November 24, 2025 • 58 mins
Villanova is off to a strong start, and The Full 40 crew breaks down what’s clicking early and what still needs sharpening. From lineup combos to defensive intensity to what we’re seeing from the freshmen, this episode lays out the foundation for where the Wildcats are headed. A fun, positive, big-picture look at the opening stretch of the season. 00:00 – Intro & Setting the Tone 02:15 – First Impressions of Villanova’s Start 06:...
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S09E01 New Faces

October 28, 2025 • 71 mins
The Full 40 is back for Season 9, and the Villanova basketball world looks a little different. In the first episode of the Kevin Willard era, Willie, Brian, and Tommy break down a wild offseason, a new coaching staff, and a completely retooled roster. The crew reflects on Villanova’s transition under new leadership, what Willard brings from Maryland, the continuity he’s maintaining with traditions like Summer Jam, and how the prog...
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S08E18: A New Guard

April 8, 2025 • 46 mins
The Full 40 is BACK to discuss the new head Coach Kevin Willard & wrapping up the team’s performance in the Crown tournament. The Full 40 is part of the Nova Insider network and brought to you by Homefield Apparel the best place on the internet to get all of the best Villanova Wildcat gear.
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S08E17: Search SZN is official!

March 17, 2025 • 99 mins
The Full40 + The Godfather Chris discusses the official start of Villanova’s search for a new basketball coach. The Full 40 is part of the Nova Insider network and brought to you by Homefield Apparel the best place on the internet to get all of the best Villanova Wildcat gear.
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S08E16: Woes of March

March 10, 2025 • 61 mins
In this episode of The Full 40, hosts Willy and Trevor delve into Villanova’s recent struggles on the court as March approaches. They analyze the team’s performance, discuss potential strategies for improvement, and assess what these challenges mean for their postseason aspirations. Tune in for an in-depth conversation on the Wildcats’ journey through adversity and their path forward. The Full 40 is part of the Nova Insider netw...
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S08E15: The Bubble Refuses to Burst (Officially)

March 3, 2025 • 68 mins
With just one game left in the regular season, the Full 40 crew breaks down how things should play out for Villanova. In the first half of the episode, they dive into next year’s roster, imagining what the team could look like if every eligible player returns. They also discuss the Big East Tournament and the Crown Invitational, analyzing what’s at stake for the Wildcats. The Full 40 is part of the Nova Insider Network and proudl...
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S08E14: Uconn Not Finish

February 24, 2025 • 65 mins
The Full 40 talks about the Uconn fiascio and than the Marquette boat racing. The bubble hasn’t full popped but some of us wish it had. The Full 40 is part of the Nova Insider network and brought to you by Homefield Apparel the best place on the internet to get all of the best Villanova Wildcat gear.
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S08E13: Consistently inconsistent

February 16, 2025 • 67 mins
The Full40 breaks down the blowout loss to Providence and the what seems like ages ago win vs #9 ranked St Johns. What is to come? Likley more of the the same. Consistently inconsistent play The Full 40 is part of the Nova Insider network and brought to you by Homefield Apparel the best place on the internet to get all of the best Villanova Wildcat gear.
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S09E12: Up or Down?

February 9, 2025 • 55 mins
Trevor and Willie return (without Brian 😢) to recap the wild scenes on Broad Street after Villanova’s big win over Xavier and explore the connection between Eagles Super Bowl victories and Nova basketball success. They break down a rough loss to Creighton, a gritty win over Xavier, and the flat performance against DePaul. With seven games left, they discuss player dynamics, team strategy, and the critical stretch ahead. Plus, they...
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S08E11: “It’s not a recipe for success”

January 26, 2025 • 67 mins
The Full 40 BREIFLY discusses the predictable loss to Marquette, but Trevor, Willy and Brian make the second half of the episode more fun with two different snake drafts - Favorite Villanova Moment (Not March Madness) - Favorite player who’s number likely won’t be in the rafters. The Full 40 is part of the Nova Insider network and brought to you by Homefield Apparel the best place on the internet to get all of the best Villanova...
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