In Episode 5, Mike and Bob take a deep dive into rivalries and the many critical roles they play in the college sports ecosystem -- not just for fans, but for coaches and administrators too.In this episode …Segment 1: One, Two, Three, Four … wait, what are we fighting for?Why are there no moral absolutes in the souls of fans?What are rivalries and how do they happen?Why do we see prestige as a “zero sum” game?Segment 2: The Constant Battle of Keeping Ahead (or Up With) The JonesesHow does the performance of a rival drive our greatest fears or confirm our greatest hopes?When does a rival push a program to make substantive changes?Why are rivals, oftentimes, polar opposites of one another in their style?Segment 3: Telling what we truly think: What are Mike’s and Bob’s deep feelings and thoughts on rivals?PurdueKentuckyWhy is this healthy? We hope…Wrap-Up: How could and have changes in conferences and throughout athletics impact functional rivalries and why these matchups need special consideration?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.