Rick Pitino
Mentioned in 24 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A college basketball coach currently leading St. John's, discussed across multiple sports podcasts for the team's recent performance fluctuations, including a historic 72-40 loss to UConn and subsequent improvements in roster construction and Big East competition. His tenure also references a notable NCAA scandal during his time at Louisville involving recruiting violations and payments to players. Podcasters engage with his coaching decisions, strategic adjustments, and role in the competitive college basketball landscape.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Miller and Moulton · Apr 7, 2026
April 7, 2026 Hour 3 Pat Kirwan & Jason Carmello
“Mentioned as elite evaluator in college basketball coaching landscape”
First Things First · Mar 24, 2026
Wemby makes MVP case, Lakers winning streak snapped, Travis Kelce signs extension, King of the Hill
“Attempting to reach fourth Final Four with different program, ranked number six on King of the Hill”
KSR · Mar 23, 2026
2026-03-23- KSR - Hour 2
“Discussed as tournament success story and example of coach who called plays and managed game situations”
Nightcap · Mar 23, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Iowa UPSETS Florida & Moves to SWEET 16 + St. John’s BEATS Kansas on BUZZER BEATER + Ocho LIKES BIG Women + Tennessee TAKES DOWN Virginia + UCONN ADVANCES Past UCLA
“Won national championships at Kentucky and Louisville; led Providence to Final Four; now coaching St. John's to Sweet 16”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 23, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Iowa UPSETS Florida & Moves to SWEET 16 + St. John’s BEATS Kansas on BUZZER BEATER + Ocho LIKES BIG Women + Tennessee TAKES DOWN Virginia + UCONN ADVANCES Past UCLA
“Experienced coach with multiple national championships who led St. John's to Sweet 16 with buzzer-beater win”
KSR · Mar 22, 2026
KSR Postgame UK MBB vs Iowa State NCAAT 3/22/26
“Praised for coaching adaptability and team success despite roster limitations; made buzzer-beater in tournament”
New Rory & MAL · Mar 20, 2026
Episode 470 | Label Madness
“Praised for cultural transformation of St. John's basketball program; predicted to reach Sweet 16 in tournament”
Pardon My Take · Mar 16, 2026
March Madness With Jon Rothstein, We Talk Brackets And Storylines, USA Beats Dominican Republic Plus Who's Back Of The Week
“St. John's head coach with seven national titles; potential Elite Eight matchup against Dan Hurley discussed”
Pardon My Take · Mar 13, 2026
WBC Hero Vinnie Pasquantino, Bill Raftery Talking March Madness, Conf Tourney Week, Bam’s 83, NFL Free Agency And Fyre Fest
“Known for wearing white suits during tournament games, discussed as potential advantage”
KSR · Mar 11, 2026
2026-03-11- KSR - Hour 2
“St. John's basketball coach; mentioned as winning Big East Championship without dedicated GM role”
KSR · Mar 10, 2026
2026-03-10- KSR - Hour 2
“Former coach referenced as example of coach with controversial past still coaching at high level”
Pardon My Take · Mar 9, 2026
OKC Thunder’s Alex Caruso, Maxx Crosby Is A Raven, Jayson Tatum Is Back, CBB Regular Season Finale And LIV Golf Conspiracy
“Villanova basketball coach whose team is potential Big East tournament dark horse”
Pardon My Take · Mar 2, 2026
Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald, March Has Arrived, CBB, Combine Cleanup + 10 Years Of Pardon My Take Memories
“Villanova coach; discussed white suit appearance and college basketball coaching”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 26, 2026
Co-Conspirator 1: We Investigated the NBA Betting Scandal's "Original Sin"
“Former Louisville basketball coach suspended and fired over NCAA violations involving payments to recruits including Terry Rozier”
KSR · Feb 26, 2026
2026-02-26- KSR - Hour 2
“St. John's basketball coach who suffered second-worst loss of career (24 missed field goals) against UConn; brief post-game press conference”
KSR · Feb 26, 2026
2026-02-26- KSR - Hour 1
“Former coach whose recent GM firing may be influencing Pope's hesitation to hire basketball operations staff”
First Take · Feb 26, 2026
Hour 1: More Impressed with Jokic and the Nuggets or Tatum-less Celtics?
“St. John's basketball coach whose team suffered worst loss since his hiring, losing 72-40 to UConn”
KSR · Feb 25, 2026
2026-02-25- KSR - Hour 2
“Former UK coach referenced in caller anecdote about not tipping pizza delivery drivers despite free coupons”
KSR · Feb 24, 2026
2026-02-24- KSR - Hour 2
“Former Kentucky basketball coach discussed regarding coaching professionalism and attire standards in college basketball”
Pardon My Take · Feb 18, 2026
CBB With John Fanta, Olympic Preview Halfway Through The Olympics, QB Lists And Zac’s Alarm Clock Has Him In Deep Water
“St. John's basketball coach in high-intensity rivalry with Dan Hurley with upcoming conference matchup”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Feb 11, 2026
Wemby’s Big Night & More w/ Noah Eagle, Plus the Darryn Peterson Mystery w/ Eamonn Brennan
“St. John's basketball coach whose team won Big East with improved roster construction”
The Mike Francesa Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Francesa Mailbag: Giants Schedule, Aaron Judge and the WBC
“St. John's basketball coach; discussed regarding team's improvement and tournament potential”
Pardon My Take · Feb 9, 2026
Super Bowl 60, Seahawks Dominant Win, Sam Darnold SB Winner, Hank's Recap From Santa Clara And Soggy Sorrows + Who's Back Of The Week
“St. John's basketball coach who set 5 a.m. curfew after team's win over Yukon; known for unconventional coaching approach”
The Mike Francesa Podcast · Feb 6, 2026
Big Night at MSG: St. John's vs. UConn
“St. John's head coach making strategic adjustments to lineup and guard rotations to improve team consistency”