Varsity Brews Podcast
Hosts Evan Sharpley and Vahid Sadrzadeh talk college football and craft beer! Live guests include current players to former football legends. Thanks to Westwind Brewery Co. in Elkhart, Indiana for hosting the show! Evan Sharpley is a former Notre Dame Quarterback and the owner of Sharply Training. Vahid Sadrzadeh is the host of ABC57 Kickoff and award-winning journalist covering Notre Dame football.
Episodes
48 episodes
Super Bowl Predictions & College Football Playoff Wrap-Up
Super Bowl Predictions & College Football Playoff Wrap-UpIn this episode, Vahid, Evan, and Aaron wrap up the College Football Playoff season and discuss Notre Dame's schedule for next season. The trio also make their...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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47:40
Predictions Are In: CFP Semifinal and NFL Wild Card Weekend
Predictions Are In: CFP Semifinal and NFL Wild Card WeekendIn this episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, Vahid, Evan, and Aaron discuss the semifinals of the College Football Playoff and make their final predictions before Notre Dame ta...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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58:55
CFP Quarterfinals: Can Notre Dame finally beat Georgia?
Varsity Brews Podcast: College Football Playoff EditionVahid and Evan break down the College Football Playoff quarterfinals in a special edition of the Varsity Brews Podcast. Can Notre Dame finally move past Georgia and advance to the s...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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35:28
The Calm Before The College Football Playoff Storm
The Calm Before The College Football Playoff StormIn this episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, the boys are back at the Old School WestWind Brewery - #17 - where it all started!Vahid, Evan, and Aaron discuss the final weekend o...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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1:04:25
Varsity Brews Podcast: Special Thanksgiving Show with Notre Dame Quarterback Ian Book
Varsity Brews Podcast: Special Thanksgiving Show with Notre Dame Quarterback Ian BookVahid, Evan, and Aaron are joined by the winningest quarterback in Notre Dame history, Ian Book! They break down the most recent playoff s...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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53:51
College Football Playoff Rankings: Who's In and Who's Out!
Crunch Time: College Football Playoffs Loom LargeIn this episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, the boys celebrate birthday number 38 for Notre Dame Quarterback, Evan Sharpley. Vahid, Evan, and Aaron discuss the College Football...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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1:04:16
Scary Season: College Football Playoff Bubble & Barrel Aged Beer
Scary Season: College Football Playoff Bubble & Barrel Aged BeerIn this episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, Vahid, Evan, and Aaron discuss the importance of Notre Dame's win over Navy in New Jersey; what's gone wrong for the Michi...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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1:20:33
The Cathedral Of College Football: Notre Dame Stadium A "Home Field Advantage" For The Irish?
THE CATHEDRAL OF COLLEGE FOOTBALL: NOTRE DAME STADIUM A "HOME FIELD ADVANTAGE" FOR THE IRISH?In this episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, Vahid, Evan, and Aaron discuss the new top 25, Notre Dame's "home-field advantage", and loo...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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1:09:48
Head Coach Marcus Freeman: Championship or Bust?
In this episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, the crew answers a question at the top of Notre Dame minds: Is it Championship or Bust for Head Coach Marcus Freeman? Or does he jump the Irish ship and set sail for Ohio State?Vahid, Evan, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:13:31
Restoring the Roar: Notre Dame & Michigan Win; Keep College Football Playoffs Hopes Alive
Restoring the Roar: Notre Dame & Michigan Win; Keep College Football Playoffs Hopes AliveIn the latest episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, the boys talk Lions Football, Notre Dame, and Michigan Playoff chances and a toast for the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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1:22:15
Can Notre Dame Still Make the College Football Playoff?!
After being stunned by Northern Illinois at home, Notre Dame looks to return to the win column Saturday at Purdue. But do the Irish still have a chance to make the College Football Playoff - even if they win out?!?Vahid, Evan, and Aaron...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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55:45
The 'Marcus Freeman' Factor: Notre Dame Head Coach Fuels Big Road Win
Varsity Brews Podcast: Week 1 Recap In this episode, Vahid & Evan are joined by owner Aaron West. The three give their thoughts on Notre Dames impressive start to the Season, the dangers ahead for Michigan and preview the NFL s...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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1:05:42
Pre-Season Wrap: Could Notre Dame Win It All in 2024?
Varsity Brews Podcast: Pre-Season After Hours In this after-hours episode at Westwind Brewery, Vahid & Evan are joined by owner Aaron West. The three give their thoughts on the final pre-season rankings and how Notre Dame start...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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1:08:12
2024 College Football Preview: It's Hard to Pick Just 4!
In the latest episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, it's a new era of college football! With camp just around the corner, the guys solidify their top 4 playoff picks.PLUS, the crew touches on the NFL title contenders, a hard-to-get beer...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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47:24
The BIGGEST question mark for Notre Dame in 2024!?
In the latest episode of the Varsity Brews Podcast, we dive into the BIGGEST question mark for Notre Dame in 2024.PLUS a NEW partnership for Varsity Brews! Introducing Legacy Performance. Founded locally, owners Nate and Michael join th...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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1:10:52
Winners & Losers of the 2024 NFL Draft PLUS College Football Spring Breakdown
Varsity Brews Podcast: Winners & Losers of the 2024 NFL Draft PLUS College Football Spring Breakdown In this after-hours episode at WestWind Brewery, Vahid & Evan are joined by owner Aaron West. The three give their thought...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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1:08:36
Spring Football and the Multi-Sport Quandry
Varsity Brews Podcast: Spring Football and the Multi-Sport Quandry In this late-night episode, Vahid and Evan give their initial thoughts on the spring college football season. Where does Notre Dame stand with their multi-spor...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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38:21
Late Night: Super Bowl Recap, Spring Camp NCAA Preview & Uncut Gems Trivia Edition
Varsity Brews Podcast: Late NightSuper Bowl Recap, Spring Camp NCAA Preview & Uncut Gems Trivia Edition In this late-night episode, Vahid, Evan, and Aaron give their final thoughts on the NFL season including Brock Purdy's ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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54:23
Varsity Brews Podcast: Hail to the Victors! Michigan celebrates a title in College Football!
Varsity Brews Podcast: Hail to the Victors - Michigan celebrates a title in College football!Vahid, Evan, and Aaron come together for the second episode of Season 4 - in "Da Baa" - Westwind Original Location.The trio talks about the...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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56:04
Everything on the Line: Predicting the College Football Playoff National Champion
Varsity Brews Podcast: Who wins the College Football Playoff National Title Game??In the season 4 debut, Vahid, Evan, and Aaron give their predictions in the National Championship Game between Michigan and Washington.Does Michael Pe...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:05:31
College Football Playoff Selections and Notre Dame Offseason Questions
Varsity Brews Podcast: Instant Reaction! College Football Playoff Selections and Notre Dame Offseason QuestionsVahid, Evan, and Aaron react to the college football playoff selections on selection Sunday. Did the committee get ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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56:05
Thanksgiving Special: The Game and Turkey Day Traditions
Varsity Brews Podcast: Thanksgiving Special: The Game and Turkey Day TraditionsVahid, Evan, and Aaron are live at Daaa Baaa (the original WestWind location) for a Thanksgiving special. The boys get together over Monday Night Football an...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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50:44
Road Show at Kao's and KO for Michigan?
Varsity Brews Podcast: On the Road at Kao's Vahid, Evan, and Aaron are live at Kao's restaurant in Elkhart to try their famous Mango Habanero Wings and more! Is it season over for Michigan after Coach Harbaugh accepts a three-game s...
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53:53
Instant Reaction: Clemson upsets Notre Dame
Varsity Brews Podcast: Instant ReactionNotre Dame unable to complete comeback against Clemson in Death Valley.Vahid, Evan, and Aaron discuss the reasons why the Irish fell short on the road and what happens from here. They also disc...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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52:41
Irish Stay Hot, Michigan In a Pickle and Tasting Rare Brews
Varsity Brews Podcast: On The Road.Notre Dame destroys PITT and gets ready to take on Clemson in Death Valley!The boys are on the road this week LIVE at Evan's house for some rare craft brews and a surprise appearance from family!
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:00:10