Black and Gold Rush

By: Rachel W. Jones
  • Summary

  • Does the Who Dat cheer send chills down your spine? Do you believe Saints football unites us even in in the toughest times? Black and Gold Rush, hosted by New Orleans native Rachel Jones, is a podcast covering all aspects of Saints football, but it focuses on telling inspiring stories that make it clear why we cheer for the Saints year after year - and why it's so important to pursue our dreams without fear.


    Rachel Jones is a journalist and communications pro who hosted Black and Today on Nola.com from 2012-15, and she's back to share her passion for the Saints and all things football. Weekly guests will include team reporters, former players, and fans just like you! Learn more at www.rachelwjones.me/podcast.

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Episodes
  • A Trip Down Memory Lane with Mike Hoss: Saints Fanhood, Lessons from Jim Henderson, Mike's Goals as the Voice of the Saints
    Jul 5 2021

    We know New Orleans Saints’ RT Ryan Ramczyk is staying put since the great news of his contract extension broke last week, but the team’s changes in 2021 aren’t limited to just the field. Broadcasting legend Mike Hoss is joining the fold as play-by-play radio broadcaster. 

    On a new episode of Black and Gold Rush, Mike Hoss recounts his journey with host Rachel Jones - from his days at James Madison University wanting to be a professional golfer, then pivoting to broadcasting and eventually landing at WWL in 1989 after three previous jobs. At WWL, Hoss worked under Jim Henderson, the Voice of the Saints for more than 30 years, including during the team's run to Super Bowl XLIV. Hoss shares the many lessons he learned in his career to this point, his dreams of being a play-by-play announcer, and interviewing for the Saints role not once but twice.

    So what can Saints fans expect from him and color analyst Deuce McAllister in the booth? And does Mike have a pump-up song picked out for game days? Don’t miss this conversation with the new Voice of the Saints - Mike Hoss!

    CONNECT WITH US / LINKS MENTIONED

    Mike Hoss Twitter

    Mike Hoss Facebook

    Mike Hoss Instagram

    Mike Hoss named play-by-play announcer for New Orleans Saints game day broadcasts on WWL

    Rachel Jones Twitter

    Rachel Jones Instagram

    New Orleans Saints signing RT Ryan Ramczyk to five-year, $96 million extension

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    54 mins
  • He Trains Saints' Dogs and Helps Thousands Uncover Purpose Through Pain (Meet Saints Fan Joseph James)
    Jun 21 2021

    The Who Dat Nation is full of incredible people. On a new episode of Black and Gold Rush, you'll meet Joseph James, whose first client at his dog training business, Professional K9 Solutions, was someone New Orleans Saints know well - Zach Strief.


    You'll hear how Joseph became the "unofficial dog trainer of the New Orleans Saints" thanks largely to Zach Strief and Senio Kelemete. A major theme throughout the episode is the power of relationships. The Saints welcomed Joseph and his family, and when Joseph's wife died of cancer in 2019, several players attended her funeral and others sent well-wishes, including Mrs. Gayle Benson.


    But Joseph's story doesn't end in tragedy. He and host Rachel Jones discuss how he's coaching others to understand their purpose in life even if they're experiencing crushing pain. This is a wide-ranging episode that touches on grief, loss, love, relationships, and yes, also a lighthearted look at some of your favorite Saints dogs from Sean Payton to Drew Brees and much more.


    CONNECT WITH US / LINKS MENTIONED

    Professional K9 Solutions

    Joseph James Instagram

    Purpose Through Pain Podcast

    Episode 19 - Eroding vs. Growing with Michael James (on Apple Podcasts)

    Rachel Jones Twitter

    Rachel Jones Instagram

     

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Kawaan Baker the Touchdown Maker | Saints Draft Series Part 6
    Jun 4 2021

    Kawaan Baker, an explosive WR from fledgling football program South Alabama, concludes the New Orleans Saints draft series on Black and Gold Rush. Host Rachel Jones sits down with JT Crabtree, radio voice of the Jaguars, to discuss Baker (or “KB”) the person and the player whom the Saints chose in the seventh round, just three spots behind where they selected legendary WR Marques Colston 15 years ago.

     

    Baker stole the show at South Alabama’s Pro Day with a 4.41 second 40-time and impressive vertical leap and broad jumps, and he became the first Jaguar ever drafted by the Saints in South Alabama’s 13-year football history. Known as Kawaan Baker the Touchdown Maker, Rachel and JT explore the Atlanta native's route to the final roster, his quiet demeanor off the field, and much more.

     

    PROGRAMMING NOTE: New episodes of Black and Gold Rush return June 21, 2021!

     

    TOP 3 TWEETABLE QUOTES

    (7:54) “He really opened some eyes late in the game, and I think that’s what got him the 255 spot with the Saints. I know he’s thrilled to have just an opportunity to show what he can do.”

     

    (9:54) “I cannot think of a better spot for Kawaan to land, not just being local, but also I really think he fits into that Saints offense that uses so many different weapons and utilizes them in so many different ways.”

     

    (11:21) “I don’t really remember him posting anything or saying anything pro-Falcons, so I think it’s a pretty easy change for him … you will never see him wearing black, white and red at the same time ever.” 

     

    (23:10) Random Round

     

    CONNECT WITH US / LINKS MENTIONED

    JT Crabtree Twitter

    Rachel Jones Twitter

    Rachel Jones Instagram

    Saints Draft Pick Series Part 1 - Payton Turner

    Saints Draft Pick Series Part 2 - Pete Werner

    Saints Draft Pick Series Part 3 - Paulson Adebo

    Saints Draft Pick Series Part 4 - Ian Book

    Saints Draft Pick Series Part 5 - Landon Young

     

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    28 mins

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