Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia

Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia

Sport & Story

Episodes 70
Avg. Duration 1h 7m
Activity Sporadic
Apple Rating 5.0 (85)
Since Aug 2024
Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
74%
Hosting
rss.libsyn.com

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Get ready to dive into the heart of South Carolina sports with Tailgate Talks, a podcast hosted by Gamecock legends Patrick DiMarco and Stephen Garcia. The former roommates bring their unique insider perspectives as they relive the best moments with the biggest names and get to know current players, all in one place. Pull up a chair and join DiMarco and Garcia as they reflect on their time in Columbia and share stories with fans. Get ready for laughs, behind-the-scenes insights, and the kind of unfiltered access you can only get from these two, plus special guests from USC past and present.

Explore Statistics

Recent Episodes

Episode 70: Robert Beary

Feb 18, 2026 1h 53m

Just three Florida boys who took I-95 North to chase their dreams and wound up living through some of the glory days of Gamecock athletics. Robert Beary found himself right in the middle of countless…

Episode 69: Bailey Hart

Feb 11, 2026 1h 2m

From record-setting high school quarterback to walk-on at Carolina to... Russell Wilson's personal assistant?? What a ride for former Gamecock Bailey Hart. He'll be the first to admit his jersey…

Episode 68: Tyler Thigpen

Feb 04, 2026 1h 4m

Dubbed an "honorary Gamecock" by our hosts, Palmetto State native Tyler Thigpen went from under-recruited high school wingback to starting NFL quarterback. The former Coastal Carolina Chanticleer…

Episode 67: Weslye Saunders

Jan 28, 2026 1h 30m

He's a big dude with a bigger personality who left a huge impact on his teammates. Weslye Saunders was highly recruited out of high school and made some massive plays for the Gamecocks, but similarly…

Episode 66: Branden Conrad

Jan 21, 2026 49m

A true Gamecock, Branden Conrad embodies what it means to "bleed Garnet & Black." A member of the USC basketball team from 2006-2009, Branden not only guarded the likes of Tre' Kelly and Devan…

Episode 65: Jasper Brinkley

Jan 14, 2026 1h 2m

You DON'T want to meet this guy in the A-gap! Buckle the chin strap for our next guest: 7-year NFL veteran and former All-SEC linebacker Jasper Brinkley. The first-off-the-bus candidate, defensive…

Episode 64: Jimmy Legree

Jan 07, 2026 55m

A Palmetto State kid who made a name for himself in a talented defensive backfield, Jimmy Legree got his first major offer from South Carolina and never looked back. The U.S. Army Veteran takes us…

Episode 63: Johnathan Joseph

Dec 17, 2025 1h 12m

One of the O.G. members of the "new DBU," Johnathan Joseph helped set a standard for an incredible run of standout defensive backs from the University of South Carolina. The former first round NFL…

Episode 62: Damiere Byrd

Dec 10, 2025 1h 9m

He's perhaps the fastest man to ever suit up for the Garnet & Black, and if you don't believe it, just ask any SEC defensive back from 2011-2014. Damiere Byrd was an absolute blur on a football…

Episode 61: Busta Anderson

Dec 03, 2025 1h 7m

Right in the middle of a long line of underrated tight ends from South Carolina, Busta Anderson left his mark on the Gamecocks program. Overlapping with Garcia for one year (okay, half a year), the…

Episode 60: Nate Adkins

Nov 26, 2025 1h 29m

He might've only been in Columbia for one season, but Nate Adkins left his mark in a big way. As every South Carolina fan knows, if you make plays in the Palmetto Bowl, you're etched in Gamecock…

Episode 59: John Abraham

Nov 19, 2025 1h 8m

One of the best to ever do it! He's a Hall of Famer, All-Pro, SEC Legend, and the list goes on. John Abraham will be remembered forever by the numbers he put up on the field, but that's only half the…

Episode 58: Chris Culliver

Nov 11, 2025 1h 5m

5 star recruit. All-SEC defensive back. NFL draft pick. Chris Culliver came into every locker room with high expectations, and made sure to leave his mark on the game. Now he sits down with his…

Episode 57: Dakereon Joyner

Nov 05, 2025 55m

Jack of all trades. The ultimate teammate. A Gamecock through and through. Dakereon Joyner made the most of his six years in the Garnet & Black, and will be remembered in Columbia for years to…

Episode 56: G.A. Mangus

Oct 29, 2025 1h 20m

Y'all wanted stories, right? We put Stephen Garcia and G.A. Mangus on a patio together and hit record. The former QB and his coach had plenty of memories to share, 15 years later.

Episode 55: A.J. McCarron

Oct 22, 2025 1h 10m

It's Bama week, so of course we had to throw it back to 2010! What better way to relive the takedown of the Tide than hearing a new perspective of that memorable day in Columbia? A.J. McCarron is one…

Episode 54: Alyssa Lang

Oct 15, 2025 1h 3m

She might be the queen of the SEC Network now, but she's a Gamecock first and foremost! From USC's J-School to the sidelines of the biggest venues in sports, Alyssa Lang has become a star in the…

Episode 53: Steve Fink

Oct 08, 2025 30m

The man that makes the whole operation run! Steve Fink has been with the University of South Carolina Athletics Department for over two decades, and has just about seen it all. And although he may or…

Episode 52: Kai Kroeger

Sep 30, 2025 59m

It's a bird, it's a plane! No, it's just an absolute rocket of a punt off the foot of Kai Kroeger. The former Gamecock standout is now a starter in the NFL for his favorite childhood team, and is…

Episode 51: Terrence Campbell

Sep 23, 2025 1h 14m

No need for coffee this morning, our guest is bringing all the energy you need today! T-Camp is in the building, ladies and gentlemen. Terrence Campbell, the heartbeat of every locker room he's been…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia have?

Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia has published 70 episodes since August 2024, covering topics in Football, Sports.

Is Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia still active?

Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia is currently sporadic with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 7m.

How do I contact Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia for sponsorship or guest appearances?

Sign up on Grep.FM to access contact details for Tailgate Talks with DiMarco and Garcia, including email and social media links.

Similar Podcasts