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ROAR PODCAST ROAR: A Season with College Football's Most Enigmatic Team
lindsaypieper / 25 January 2016
By Jon Hart, Guest Contributor
In its first season, the well-known Serial podcast tackled the tragic loss of a promising, charismatic, high school senior. The Season, another excellent podcast produced by WNYC, investigates a far less grim and tragic subject: The Columbia University football team, one of the oldest collegiate programs in the country. While the Columbia Lions won the Rose Bowl in 1934 and the Ivy League title in 1961, they are mostly known today as a symbol of football futility. Most memorably, in the 80s, the Columbia Lions lost 44 consecutive games. This season, the Lions had a 24 game losing streak going.
Enter former Penn coach Al Bagnoli, who collected Ivy championships in Philly like he was collecting baseball cards. Bagnoli had retired from coaching but had an itch to return to the sidelines and signed on to be Columbia's new head coach. Could Bagnoli, a proven winner, turn Columbia football around and make history? If Bagnoli could deliver, there should be a record of it, something more than newspaper clips and a few television highlights.
Enter The Season podcast, whose quarterback, Ilya Marritz, is an unlikely host. Marritz had no football experience prior to assuming the reigns of the program. In fact, he tried to avoid it at all costs. That lack of experience turns out to be a huge plus as Marritz brings a fresh voice to the gridiron. He reports on each game, interviews current and former players, and Bagnoli. Most importantly, Marritz gets into the psyche of his subjects. What does it take to play this brutal game when you lose week after week? One former Columbia Coach makes a startling admission about his Columbia tenure. No spoiler here, listen.
In the course of each weekly episode, which are about 20 minutes or so, Marritz also explores less obvious areas, from the unconventional Columbia band to Jack Kerouac's playing days at the university. The famous writer was a wide receiver for the Lions. Marritz doesn't shy away from literary references, but he doesn't over do it either. All the while, Marritz wants to know: Can Columbia football turn it around? Can gridiron history be made?
Marritz took a few moments away from his WNYC non sports related reporting duties to discuss The Season.
Jon Hart: How did this podcast come about?
Ilya Marritz: WNYC's news director, Jim Schachter, attended Columbia many years ago. I believe he was editor of The Spectator, the school newspaper, and had heard about the change of coach at Columbia football, and thought it could make an interesting story, given the team's long history of failure. In a newsroom meeting, Jim mentioned the idea, but there seemed to be only tepid interest from the reporters. Around the same time, I'd become interested in doing a long-form story. Maybe something told in chapters, taking advantage of the explosion of interest in podcasts. Jim's idea of following Columbia football for a season was perfect, but for one thing: I really had no knowledge of football, and not much interest in sports generally. Jim told me again and again that my ignorance could be an asset. Eventually, I decided it was worth the risk.
JH: Were you apprehensive about doing it? Obviously, that would be understandable because you had zero football experience.
IM: Yes. I remember forcing myself, last July, to watch a college football game on Youtube. I'd never watched an entire football game before. I believe the game I clicked on was Georgia-Clemson. The experience was not reassuring: a) I found the game hard to follow, and worse, b) I was bored. I was really worried I might not find a way to engage with the sport. Around the same time, I read Collision Low Crossers by Nick Dawidoff, an account of one year the author spent with the Jets. Nick is a fabulous writer and the husband of a friend from work, and in the book, I started to find themes that excited me: the messiness of players' and coaches' lives, the difficulty of getting a team to hold together and work well as a unit, and the terrible toll of injuries. I also watched "Harvard Beats Yale 29-29" a really marvelous doc about a game played back in 1968, told from the perspective of the players, several decades later. That film got me really excited about the possibilities of this podcast.
JH: How much access did you have to the team? Were there any ground rules? In the past few seasons, the team seemed to be kept away from the media.
IM: We never had hard and firm ground rules, but I knew that access to the players would be a sensitive area, and that we might never get into the locker room or the weight room and in the end we didn't. It was clear that the university was concerned about protecting players, and the team's rep. And yet…in our very first meeting with Al Bagnoli, coach said something to the effect of, 'it would be good for the kids ie the players to talk with you.' I think he really believes that for a team to succeed, it needs to be be a part of its community. And that means talking to the media. Even if that's sometimes uncomfortable, or just risky.
JH: Columbia coach Al Bagnoli said a lot of inspirational words over the course of the season. Any particular ones that will never leave you?
IM: The indelible words for me are "where is it written that you guys can't win?" The insight I think I'll carry with me is this: to succeed in any endeavor, you need to take a clear-eyed look at past performance, learn what there is to learn, and then move on. Really set aside past failings, and do your best in the present. Matt, my producer, and I talked about that one a lot. Sounds trite, but it's so important.
JH: A tough one: Why do you think Columbia has had so much trouble winning games?
IM: Any answer I give is as a complete newbie, who is less knowledgeable than many of the fans in the stands. That said, here are a few thoughts:
CU defense was unexpectedly strong, but offense really had difficulty putting points on the board. The team's reliance on star running back Cam Molina shows that other elements of the Lions' offense were not as far along.
Coach put a lot of attention on special teams. I don't honestly know how CU kickers compare with other schools' but in several games, a field goal here or there would have made the difference.
Confidence. The Lions definitely gained a strong sense of their abilities, but right up to the end, they could be rattled, play small ball, or lose focus.
Recruitment. Coach Bagnoli arrived too late to do much recruitment. He was working with the elements on hand. I was in awe of the Lions' athleticism. But they were not chosen by their own coaches.
JH: Hypothetical: Coach Bagnoli invites you to be an assistant coach and sends you on the recruiting trail. What's your pitch land student athletes? Is it different from Columbia's standard pitch: NYC, elite education, be part of the turnaround and making history…
IM: There is only one pitch to recruit to Columbia: you can make history, you can re-build the team.
JH: You revealed some personal stuff about yourself during the podcast. What was your childhood like?
IM: I grew up about half a mile south of the Columbia campus. My parents at one time worked as waiters at the CU faculty eating club. My mom is an artist, my dad is a cameraman. They both value creativity very highly. Even in this come-as-you-are setting, I was aware from an early age of being different from other little boys. Avoiding team sports was instinctive to me from an early age. In high school, I became a runner, cross country and track and field, and got a ton out of that: a sense of self, and a diverse group of friends. I'm a little sad it took me so long to become an athlete, because I actually really enjoy swimming, cycling, outdoorsy stuff.
JH: What's next for you? Are sports in your future in any way? Have you been to an NFL game?
IM: Haha no I haven't attended an NFL game. If someone invites me, I'll gladly go. I haven't figured what's next for me, work-wise. Fortunately, WNYC has held my regular job as a reporter in the newsroom. I'd love to take on another big nonfiction project. It was outrageously rewarding.
Jon Hart is the author of Man versus Ball: One Ordinary Guy and His Extraordinary Sports Adventures, www.manversusball.com.
25 January 2016 in guest, Q&A. Tags: college football, Columbia Football, Losing Streak
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EUR-GBP Trading
MT5/MT4 Symbol:EURGBP
Instrument:eur/gbp
Trading Hours (GMT):24/5
EURGBP is the ticker symbol for the Euro to British pound sterling exchange rate. The pair represents the biggest economies of Europe (the United Kingdom and the European Union) that are massively interlinked. Smooth flow of capital between the economies has made the EURGBP maintain a relatively stable price action compared to other forex pairs. The EURGBP is a 'cross pair' (no USD) and falls under the 'minors' group in the forex market. Minors have lower spreads compared to exotic currency pairs. The pair is also known as 'Chunnel', which is a reference to the Channel Tunnel that connects the UK and France (Europe). In the EURGBP forex rate, the EUR is the base currency, while the GBP is the quote currency. This means that at any given time, the price of EURGBP pair represents the amount of British pound sterling it would take to exchange for one euro.
History of EUR GBP Trading Pair
The history of the pound goes back to around 775 AD, which makes the currency, probably one of the oldest. The well documented UK colonial conquests cemented the pound's dominance across the globe and at one time, it was the world's primary currency, both in circulation and in reserve. But its current decimated form has its roots from 1971 when the Bretton Woods System collapsed. As of October 2019, the GBP is the fourth most traded currency in the world, and major events that have greatly influenced its value include: the 1992 UK exit from the Exchange Rate Mechanism, the 2001 tech bubble burst and the 2016 Brexit when the UK public voted to leave the European Union.
On its part, the euro is a 20th-century currency, having been only introduced in 1999. The euro operated as an 'invisible' currency in its first three years, used only as electronic money and for accounting purposes. Coins and notes would be first introduced in January 2002 in 12 European Union countries. The euro is now used in 19 out of the 28 EU countries. The major events that have influenced the value of the euro include the 2008 Eurozone recession and the 2015 €1 trillion Quantitative Easing program launched by the European Central Bank (ECB).
EUR-GBP Trading Price History
The closeness between the two economies has allowed the EURGBP pair to retail a relatively stable and less choppy price action over the years. Still, the major political and economic events have always triggered significant price movement on the pair. The EURGBP printed its all-time low of 0.5851 in October 2000, during the tech bubble crash. It drifted higher afterwards and achieved its all-time high of 0.9580 in December 2008 during the Great Recession. It then tumbled to lows of circa 0.6900 by July 2015 before the 2016 Brexit-inspired rally drove it to circa 0.9350.
Why Trade EURGBP
The EURGBP is a relatively more stable currency pair, which means that its price action is fairly smooth and more predictable. This does not necessarily mean that it does not move, because its constituent currencies are among the top 8 in the world. Still, the pair is less choppy, which means that traders can employ aggressive trading methods, such as higher stake amounts, when trading the EURGBP.
Major Bodies Influencing EUR GBP Trading pair
The ECB has a major influence on the euro, with maintaining price stability of the single currency being one of its main objectives. ECB also oversees the individual central banks of the different EU nations and sets the overall monetary policy in the Eurozone. Its monthly rate releases are watched closely by euro traders, including any involvement in the bond market, such as its QE (Quantitative Easing) programs.
Like the ECB, the BoE releases rates and rate statements every month. BoE has also earned a reputation as one of the most active and efficient Central Banks the world over, and its actions have a great impact on the EURGBP rate.
Major GBP price changes have been triggered by decisions and sometimes by political headlines coming from the UK parliament. It is important to track decisions and discussions that have an impact on the overall UK economy as they are likely to have a significant impact on the EURGBP rate.
UK Office of National Statistics (ONS)
The ONS is responsible for producing and publishing important data that can be utilised for both social and economic policy formulation. For EURGBP traders, it is prudent to track the releases of economic data, such as GDP numbers, as well as labour market statistics, such as the unemployment rate and wage growth figures.
For euro-based economic statistics, its key figure comes from Germany because the country as of October 2019 remained the largest economy in the region.
EUR-GBP Trading Correlations
The EURGBP pair has a positive correlation with the USDSGD, CHFSGD and EURMXN. A positive correlation means that the prices of the EURGBP and the correlated assets will tend to move in the same direction. The EURGBP also has a negative correlation with the GBPCHF, GBPJPY and GBPNZD. A negative correlation implies that when EURGBP trends higher, the other assets will tend to go lower, and vice versa.
EUR-GBP FAQ
What are the major influences on the EUR/GBP exchange rate?
As is the case with nearly every currency the strongest influence on the exchange rate of the EUR/GBP comes from the interest rate policies of the two involved countries. Typically, the country with the highest interest rate will also have the strongest currency. Because the European Union and the United Kingdom are such close trade partners there are a number of other factors that can also have a strong influence on this pair. Those include GDP, employment, trade balances, consumer confidence, and press conferences from leaders of either side.
What are some good ways to trade the EUR/GBP?
There are a number of methods that can work well when trading the EUR/GBP pair. Scalping is one of the most popular strategies because it works well in this pair. The tight spreads offered in the pair are ideal for a scalping strategy. Swing trading is also a popular strategy for those who like to capture larger market moves and longer trends. Swing traders benefit from a low swap, which can even turn positive at times. This helps with trading costs. Some traders are even using automated robots and Expert Advisors to profit from the EUR/GBP.
When is the best time to trade the EUR/GBP?
This EUR/GBP pair is actually one of the best when it comes to timing trades, since the underlying countries lie in roughly the same time zones, and the markets are open at roughly the same time. It is best to wait until the London markets have opened before trading the EUR/GBP, making 8:00 AM GMT a good starting time for trading EUR/GBP. The pair remains liquid and at its most volatile until 16:30 GMT.
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I don't tend to handle change well. I think it's always been that way but in the last few years, I've really begun to crave stability and knowing what to expect. So change is hard and scary but because nothing in life is guaranteed to stay the same ant that change will happen. So here are some ways to get through a big life change.
I've learned I have to deal and figure out how to make things work and get through any changes that come my way. Right now we are in a big change. For the past ten years, my husband Blake has had the same job. He has been looking for a new one and next week he starts a new job.
I'm excited he gets to start a new job that he will hopefully enjoy a lot. I know there are a lot of benefits and positives to this new job and this change is for the best. I'm still struggling though to stay calm and deal with the fact that there will be some period of transition for the next couple of months. As we adjust to new pay days and a new schedule. As Blake meets his new co-workers and begins to settle into a new routine and a new normal.
I went through a lot of therapy to help me cope after my stroke on how to adjust to my new life and now I'm calling back on what I learned through those sessions to help me deal with this new change and upheaval.
This is a new and fun opportunity and it can end up being a great change and wonderful beginning for my family. I need to remember to focus on all of that when I'm feeling overwhelmed. When I'm scared of the changes that are happening I need to stay positive.
Even when you are going through a really hard or negative change try to focus on what you can find that is positive. Trust me I know it's hard. I've been through some really negative and bad times but I have found it helps to try and focus on what is good in my life. Even the small things.
Even the small things. I have found when you think about the positive your mood and attitude about the whole situation improves. So get into the habit of focusing on a positive for every negative that comes to mind.
There will be a lot in life that you can't control which is a challenge. So when faced with a big change I have found it helpful. To try and focus on what I can control. Remember that you can control how you feel and react. As well as if there are things happening outside of your home or environment you can focus on home.
I know that during this period of Blake starting his new job I will be spending more time to get things the way I want them at home. I can take back some of my control by having more control of my home space.
Take what you can't control one step at a time.
When there is a part of the change that is out of your control pause and take a breath. Then start to handle it one step at a time. Things will feel big and overwhelming but I have learned that everything is figureoutable in life. So stop and break things down and figure out how to make it work.
You might not be able to make things perfect or do them exactly as you envision but you will be able to find a way to make it work and to solve whatever problem comes in your way. Be patient with the situation and yourself and come up with a plan and solution.
Ask for help and lean on others.
It's not always the easiest thing to do but I have learned that in life the people you love want to help you. So when you need it ask them. Maybe you need help with moving or using a truck to move. Ask someone who can help. Do you need help with your kids getting to places when you're not able to take them?
Then when you are able to and you see that your friends or family need your help be there for them. That way when you need it again they will remember your kindness and want to be there for you.
Life can be hard and a challenge and doing it alone isn't necessary. We need people around us to help support and encourage us, especially during times of challenge and change.
I am confident that in a month or two from now things will feel normal again even if it is a new normal. My family will have adjusted to Blake's new schedule, we will figure out how to make things work. The budget will get worked out with new pay days and things will settle into a new pattern.
Life has changed before and thrown us bigger curve balls than this and we made it through. So I'm trying to remember that and stay calm till things get settled. So when your life feels chaotic and you are overwhelmed by the change think to the future and how things will soon feel right again and make sense.
So I hope that when life throws change and challenges your way. That you will find these ways to get through a big life change to be helpful. That you know that it is possible to make it through the change and that it might even be better than you imagined.
I know that in life we can all feel lonely and like no one understands what we are going through. It's not true though most of us have been there before but not everyone talks about it. I hope that by being open with my readers and creating posts like this one that I can help someone not feel as alone and overwhelmed.
I hope you find your normal fast, my friend! Change is always scary as the future dwells in the unknown. But you said all there is to say about how to cope. Just stay positive, follow through, and I;m sure things will settle down soon. Great post!
Send a congratulations to your husband on getting a new job! This is a great post and coming in at great timing, as I'm thinking about making some big location changes after I graduate from college!


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