Roll Call
Where Legends Converse.
Welcome to Roll Call, the Unofficial Student Podcast of the University of Alabama! Roll Call is hosted by three freshmen friends--Josiah, John, and Brayden--who want to take a deeper look at everyday life and make candid conversations commonplace.
From Alabama football to trending music, crazy freshmen experiences, and the philosophical implications of chocolate milk, we're sure to leave no topic undiscussed! Buckle up for the ride and get ready to laugh!
We're thrilled to have you join our legendary conversations and can't wait to see where we'll go together.
Roll Tide!
Episodes
36 episodes
Cooking A Moose
In this special episode, we feature the audio captured from our moose-cooking adventure! Join Brayden, John, and Josiah in the kitchen as we cook a delicious meal and review this exotic meat. You can watch the full video on our YouTube channel,...
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Episode 21
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9:32
Good Friday
Josiah and John talk about Good Friday and give a quick update on how Roll Call will proceed over the summer. Listen in for good news and a road map for upcoming podcast episodes! Roll Tide!
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Episode 20
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8:42
Finales
In this episode, we discuss the SEC Basketball championship finals, our reflections on the freshman experience at Alabama, and the FINAL time Josiah will play Terraria. Join us for another episode of candid conversations and college chaos!!
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Episode 19
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24:48
Power and Paradise
Hey, Legends! In this episode, we are joined by Jack Roussos, a neuroscience major at the University of Alabama, for a candid conversation about power and paradise. We'll discuss the dynamics of power, Paradise Lost, the functions of Utopia, an...
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Episode 18
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35:11
March Madness
In this wild episode, we cram in a whole lot of hot topics! From SEC basketball to the newest season of Invincible, get ready for same chaotic candid conversations! Join us for this final episode of March and enjoy the madness.
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Episode 17
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32:34
The Machine
In this episode, we have a candid conversation about the Machine, the University of Alabama's worst kept secret, and the implications of poor election integrity. Click the link above to share your thoughts with us!
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Episode 16
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35:02
The God Argument
In this episode, special guest Zac Townsend joins Josiah to talk about philosophy, offering arguments and analyses for and against the potential existence of a divine being.
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Episode 15
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41:42
An Ode to Jiraiya the Gallant
In this light-hearted episode, Brayden, John, and Josiah pay homage to one of their favorite characters in all of fiction: Jiraiya the Gallant. Following Josiah's lament, the trio discuss the implications of fate and its overlap with free will,...
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Episode 14
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36:58
Humanity
Hey, Legends! In this heavier episode, we are joined by a special guest star, Taylor, for a candid conversation on racial relations and humanity within America. We dive into personal experiences with racial relations, encounters with racism, di...
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Episode 13
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30:10
Naruto, Halo, and Bandai Namco
Hey, Legends! In this laid-back, nerdy episode, we hold a candid conversation about one of our favorite TV shows (Naruto), try to revive a dead game community (Halo), and discuss the difference between eastern and western game developers, the p...
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Episode 12
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38:57
Take Twelve
How many takes does it take to get through one segment?! In this hilarious episode, we are joined by guest Ethan Kelly to discuss generative AI, the machinations of social classes, and longboarding...theoretically. Turns out that when the camer...
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Episode 11
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36:27
Improvising
What do you do when your whole plan falls apart? You improvise! In this largely impromptu episode, we are joined by Ethan Kelly in Brayden's absence for another hilarious episode of Roll Call. We discuss the impact of Fortnite on campus culture...
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Episode 10
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35:27
Theology
Hot takes galore! Join us today for an extended episode with special guest Zac Townsend. This episode's candid conversations span several topics, starring a certain subject requested by one of our legendary fans: theology. From Calvinism and Ar...
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Episode 9
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1:01:57
The Quintessential College Experience
We're excited to bring you Tuscaloosa local rapper and rising star, Six Saban! We'll talk about his new album, SIX SABAN, the difference between high school and college, the lottery, and a brand-new game we're going to start playing...stay tune...
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Episode 8
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36:48
WE'RE BACK!!!
And we're back! With the start of 2025 rolling around, we missed out on a LOT of content, but we made sure to cover all the highlights. From crazy world events to new classes, New Year Resolutions to Lightsaber Scams, we have an action-packed e...
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Episode 7
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35:44
The Christmas Special
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Roll Call! In this special holiday-themed episode, we share some joyful cheer and discuss our favorite holiday traditions, memories, and presents. Join us for a merry conversation and let us know some of ...
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Episode 6
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12:04
Cycles and Systems
In this episode, we deeply analyze the systems of government and economies around us, looking into the cycles of human nature, comparing capitalism and communism, discussing the weaknesses of a bifurcated economic system, and ending the discuss...
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Episode 5
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27:54
The Essence of Dystopia
In this shortened segment, we have a candid conversation about the essence of dystopia using the Hunger Games as a lens for analysis. What makes a dystopia? How does one break out of a dystopia? Team Gale or Team Peeta? Let us know your thought...
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9:13
Capitalism vs. Communism
According to Governor Tim Walz, "One person's socialism is another person's neighborliness." In this shortened segment, we analyze the current state of America's economic system, which is somewhat bifurcated and split between capitalism and soc...
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8:26
Are Humans Cyclical?
In this shortened segment, we ponder whether humans are cyclical and discuss some of the patterns and cycles we often find ourselves caught in. Let us know what you think by messaging us at the link above! Roll Tide!
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10:14
Telepathy
In this shortened segment, we continue our conversation about probable telepathy, seeking the insight from our guest, Ethan Kelly, who is studying psychology at the University of Alabama. Roll Tide!
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9:33
The Final Project...
In this shortened segment, Josiah gives his final project to the group, explaining his research into the probability of real, attainable, human telepathy. Roll Tide!
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9:19
Fortnite
In this shortened segment, we discuss the return of OG Fortnite and some of the changes we would like to see as the game launches. Oh, and the movement system DEFINITELY needs to go. Roll Tide!
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