MN Daily Sports: The Gold Standard
The Gold Standard is a sports discussion podcast released and produced by the Minnesota Daily. Hosted by different sports reporters at the Daily, the podcast features event previews and discussion about all things sports at the University of Minnesota.
The Gold Standard is a sports discussion podcast released and produced by the Minnesota Daily. Hosted by different sports reporters at the Daily, the podcast features event previews and discussion about all things sports at the University of Minnesota.
Episodes

Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Eight straight for Gopher volleyball
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Football stumbles, soccer holds steady and volleyball powers through the Diet Coke Classic.

Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Gopher sports heat up across the board
Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
The Daily sports desk recap football's big win, preview of Big Ten matchups and spotlight soccer, volleyball, basketball and hockey.

Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Football's first win and high hopes for Gopher women's sports
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
From football’s season opener to volleyball, basketball, soccer and more, a full rundown of Gopher sports to start the semester.

Friday Aug 01, 2025

Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Ali Weimer’s big year, women’s rugby firsts, and basketball outlooks
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025

Saturday Jun 28, 2025
Saturday Jun 28, 2025
As a high-level athlete and editor, Warne-Jacobsen shares how she navigates competition, self-expression and mental health on and off the ice.

Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Historic track finish, NCAA shakeup and a men's basketball rebuild
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Sports reporter Regan Guirguis covers a powerful lineup of Gopher sports stories and an inspiring push for inclusion in marathon racing.

Friday Jun 13, 2025
A New Era in the Vatican: What Makes the Pope Relevant in 2025?
Friday Jun 13, 2025
Friday Jun 13, 2025
How Pope Leo XIV captivated the world and what his papacy could mean for global unity and societal change.

Thursday Jun 05, 2025
Thursday Jun 05, 2025
From standout track and field performances to the Lynx’s undefeated start, Ceci Heinen and Megan Davis break down the highs, lows and future prospects for Gopher athletes and Minnesota pro teams.

Thursday May 08, 2025
Gophers track stars shine as Timberwolves stumble in playoffs
Thursday May 08, 2025
Thursday May 08, 2025







