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“Really enjoy each show they do. They’re both knowledgeable and reasonable, which is absent with some other podcasters. They have great chemistry and don’t mind challenging one another.
It’s nice to be able to walk through the football season with others who may be, shall I say “optimistic”...”Read full review »
Cameronator2002 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/24
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“Fabulous POD that is therapeutic! Great chemistry and in depth knowledge about what’s going on in the Trojan football world and behind the scenes. I get to celebrate and commensurate virtually with this team! Thanks for all the joy you bring me! Keep up the great work! USC ‘91, ‘95”
Ehab Thabit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/23
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“I am NOT a Trojan fan. But Alison’s guest appearance and demeanor convinced me to listen and watch several episodes ( podcasts and YouTube). Impressed and appreciative of great REAL people, analysis, discussion
Great podcast. And no I don’t agree with all the takes, just appreciate the points...”Read full review »
Esantosmsc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/11/23
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“Great show but please…Michael you've regressed and gotten worse at saying the word “like” or “it’s like” constantly. It’s unprofessional and annoying.”Read full review »
mr interval via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/23
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“Great podcast for all SC football news and analysis. Love the random food takes although Michael is crazy with his food can’t be touching other food on the plate thing. Great listen and great content! Fight On ✌️!”
He Hate B via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/23
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“I live in North Lake Tahoe, which is not exactly in the heart of USC country, despite the many alumni who call Tahoe home. Reign of Troy prepares me for the season, primes me for game week, and helps me recap after the game. Love the show, and I’m looking forward to hopefully a very special...”Read full review »
NevadaUSC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/23
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“I love this podcast with Michael and Alicia. Fight On and bring on more Avatar length shows like the season preview I just finished. I swear it was light outside when I started it. LOL. ✌🏽❤️”
I'm Here So I Won't Get Fined via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
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“I love Michael and Alicia’s fun and informative energy, the car cast is clutch, takes are fun and sometimes spicy”
EastSideSol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
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“Huge fan here, love the show and the great chem between you guys. ROT BOTS.”
cameron bauer 11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“Love all the cilantro on the pod! My two favorite podcasts! Fight on! ✌🏾”
Fade Cunningham via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/23
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“The Reign of Troy podcast is one of the most comprehensive and engaging USC Trojans football podcasts out there. Hosted by Michael Castillo and Alicia de Artola, the podcast covers everything from game analysis to breaking news, while also providing a healthy dose of humor and personality. What...”Read full review »
FightOnRaul via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“The level of which they insult other fan bases may seem fine in “Arrogant Nation,” but it saps their credibility”
Nick5394 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/23
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“Have been listening to Michael and Alicia for the better part of 4 years because they are charming and do their homework. The thing is… I loathe USC! I find my way back to this podcast every week during football season because I’m entertained, and I wanted to say thank you for keeping me busy a...”Read full review »
scotmgfan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/23
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“Just what is needed to digest the game. Michael and Alicia are great at helping make sense of it all.”
WizzyWerhel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/23
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“Excellent podcast. Full of info and fun. Can’t wait for your post-game Tunnel commentaries,. Strange season with anything possible. Cannot wait until next year. Help me survive the interim with your reports on recruits and lasagna.”
CTguys via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/22
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“This show definitely gives you hard truths which is needed to keep expectations realistic. Love the dialogue and the analytics.”
aad44 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/04/22
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“Bj from Colt land
Micheal knows it was C-house way before the Nachos
Carson baby!!!!
Anyways love the podcast for about the last 7 years, a shot of cardinal and gold for my weekly fix
P.S I’m glad Grinch heard me when I said make DTR throw the ball definitely not his strong point...”Read full review »
Bj from Inglewood via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/22
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“I love this podcast. Definitely my favorite USC Football podcast.
But I will stop listening if you plan to continue interrupting Alicia mid sentence with a loud, annoying sound effect to have an ad. That was terrible.”
JR Z-T via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/22
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“Michael and Alicia have this amazing knack to draw me into the podcast. What I have come to expect every single episode will have some usc football content and a whole lot of food takes some are good but most make no sense to me but it doesn’t matter because this is a very entertaining...”Read full review »
angelsfan1522 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/22
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“RoT is a fantastic podcast, and I am grateful for it existing. When I was first accepted to USC as a transfer admit in 2019 as a kid from New Jersey, I listened to Michael and Alicia for the first time and their content helped me learn about the team and start to love the school and football...”Read full review »
Joe Mulholland via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/22
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“They spent five minutes talking about lasagna, but to be fair, they did warn the audience that the dying minutes of each podcast would be dedicated to frivolity.
Michael & Alicia occupy that sweet spot in sports coverage, the area that resides between charming fandom, professional...”Read full review »
Lemonade Dogsauce via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/22
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“I’ve been listening to RoT for a couple years now and have loved every minute! I appreciate both of your passion for USC football, and for always giving us SC fans true, honest takes. Aside from Michael’s awful food takes, this podcast has it all. As I navigate through the rigors of Medical...”Read full review »
Beardman2415 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/22
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“As a die hard SC fan I been searching for a podcast that is devoted to them I appreciate you both !”
Alsteezy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22
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“As an SC fan former SoCal resident, finding you guys have brightened my college football season. Your conversations are insightful and engaging. Thanks for keeping me awake on my way home from a graveyard shift.”
Oyacnom5287 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/22
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“I often cannot process everything happening on the field in front of me while sitting at the Coliseum after a full day of tailgating and drinking. No one synthesizes the events of each USC game and tempers my overreactions better than Michael and Alicia in the Carcast. Additionally, the Fallout...”Read full review »
joshguyer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/30/22
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“Don and Donna Downer love your show, but you always dwell in the past. NEW SEASON, NEW COACH. Trojans will have a winning season. Enjoy the games.”
Pensacola59 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/22
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“Alicia and Michael combine the chemistry of Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling with spot-on analysis of Trojan football. Got us through the twin pandemics of Helton and Covid! Fight on!”
28 Pitch via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/22
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“Michael and Alicia …..I haven’t done a review im a while but I’d like to send along congrats to you both on your marriage . Im happy for both of you . I love your podcasts and am looking forward to many more . Keep up the great work !
Mario In Tucson”
mgeezraiderz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/22
“Top quality show with two people that ACTUALLY KNOW their stuff! In depth discussions on real “inside football” topics that mostly get missed by bigger sports news networks. Going to be a great season, congrats on the wedding and Fight On!”
DESIDEvivix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/22
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“Notre Dame is a single lady. She likes her Saturday nights free so she can do as she pleases…..late into the night.
But how could she turn down $300m from Papa Phil Knight to marry Oregon? Can you see them holding hands and walking down the isle as they move into BIG 10?”
Xela00412 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/22
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“This podcast offers excellent production and great knowledge of USC football. They have great chemistry (obviously) and the right mix of football with a little pop culture mixed in. Keep up the great work.”
Myles Baker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/22
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“New u-tube format live is fun.
QUESTION: Why do you make Michael dress as the Leprechaun from your alma mater in green? (Ep 437)
Also why is he cheated hiding his face behind the pop filter with a lower quality camera?
Let’s get some school pride going in Cardinal & Gold or ROT...”Read full review »
Fred9090 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/22
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“I’ve been listening to both of you for years. I’m an overseas contractor and I’ve recently retired from the Army. I’ve listened to you everywhere from California, New York to my current home in Cary, NC and overseas from Iraq, Afghanistan, India, Korea and finally from my current location of...”Read full review »
Airborne Spoon 82nd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“Love ROT for all of their personal insight and fair takes on all things SC. I have been listening for close to 5 years and love interacting with Michael and Alicia on Twitter as well. Thank You guys for all of the awesome content and making the off-season and Monday-Friday go by quicker!”
ClayTreyGOAT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
“Long time religious listener, first time reviewer.
First of all, congratulations on getting married and Godspeed!
On a technical note, been noticing some audio issues in your last couple of episodes on Apple Podcasts in the form of intermittent distracting pauses in your audio. Thought it was...”Read full review »
Scsyco via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“Michael and Alicia give you all you want to know about USC football in an entertaining and engaging podcast!!!”
Fight On Pastor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/22
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“Loved your first YouTube Podcast, thanks for deciding to do them! Greatly appreciate your insight and expertise, looking forward to watching weekly.
Fight on!!✌️
Andy
Calgary, AB”
Lukeboy555 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/05/22
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“This show is a Good Penny.
It somehow shows up just when I need a warm smile mixed in with some a solid football update.
Keep at it guys.”
Joe Mallon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/22
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“This podcast has become a lot like USC’s season. Great 5 stars when they show up, but that’s only been like 3 times this season”
Funzeys via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/21
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“Long time listener, recent reviewer. There are no football reasons why anyone should love this show, but there are myriad reasons outside football and save for the food takes. 10/10 would recommend to a friend. Looking forward to where Shill-Licia will focus her homer energy and when Michael will...”Read full review »
Salvadorv101 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/30/21
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“Alicia and Michael always manage to find the right balance of emotion and reason! During this tough season this podcast is still something I look forward to every time. Thank you for giving me and other fans some great content and let’s hope we get much more of optimistic Alicia very soon! Fight...”Read full review »
USC sports fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/21
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“Love this podcast! Been listening for years now and its my Go-to for SC news and game previews. Can’t imagine SC football without Micheal and Alicia!”
Patrick Avan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/21
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“Raw, insightful, and full of levity!
Alicia’s reaction to “Clay-ton’s” firing yesterday was incredibly raw passion, entirely shared by all real SC football fans including yours truly (fan since mid-70s (long before Alicia & Michael were born) cardinal-and-gold bleeding TMB alum). We now...”Read full review »
EternallyHopefulSCfan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/21
“Been listening since almost the beginning. The show has improved exponentially since Josh Webb left. I always eagerly await the Carcasts (especially after losses) and keep hitting refresh starting Sunday morning. Keep up the great content, Alicia and Michael!”
Kyle in Toluca Lake via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/21
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