Purple People Podcast: Recent Episodes
Purple People Podcast
The Purple People Podcast is a show by Minnesota Vikings fans for Minnesota Vikings fans. This is a year round, on and off season show about the Minnesota Vikings team.
The Vikings hire Nolan Teasley as their new GM. We talk about his ideology from Seattle, the direction going forward and much more. Tune in LIVE at 6:00 eastern.
So much to discuss! GM searches, 2026 schedule release, AP inducted into the Vikings ROH… and more. Let’s talk #VIKINGS football! #SKOL
It’s finally draft month! Let’s get into your predictions, the status of the league currently, and any Vikings rumors or news. SKOL!
The Vikings have added former number 1 overall pick Kyler Murray to the team! Let’s discuss!
Let’s get rolling into the new league year. Combine is in the books. Top stars are headed to new homes or getting released. What does that mean for Minnesota? Let’s find out! #SKOL
The 2025 NFL season is officially over, and the Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl 60 champions. Of course, we will discuss the Sam Darnell situation and its aftermath. We also do our annual award show!
Purple People Podcast: Episode #633 -- Vikings Fire GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Super Bowl coming up!
Episode recap and epic conference championship weekend. The Patriots will meet the Seahawks in Santa Clara, California, for Super Bowl 60. We discussed more coaching news and former Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold.
We discuss a wild card weekend for the ages, head coach firings, and the direction the Vikings might take this offseason. Let’s talk about it! SKOL!
The final game of the 2025 season & possibly of Harrison Smith / CJ Ham’s career. Let’s discuss those two legends, ending on a 5-game win streak… and where exactly the hell we go from here in what is sure to be a tumultuous off-season for this enigmatic team.
What an absolute master class on defense as the Vikings sweep the Lions on Christmas Day. We will review this shockingly great game, preview the final game of the season against Green Bay, and more. Join us live and give your thoughts! #SKOL
The Vikings win on the road and win their third consecutive game of the year. Let’s discuss it. #SKOL
The Vikings upset the Cowboys in Dallas on Sunday night football in primetime. Let’s discuss two solid weeks in a row, not only by the team but also by the future QB1? #SKOL
What a garbage game. Terrible season. This team is toast. Our friend Mike Castellino joins us to ask... what the hell?
The season from Hell continues! Let’s discuss and have therapy about this god-awful team.
What an insanely frustrating game. This team is consistently inconsistent. Let’s discuss. #SKOL
Well, I don’t think a lot of us thought that game was gonna go in our favor! Let’s discuss JJ McCarthy’s return, the defense looking great & a division win in Detroit for the first time in a few years. #SKOL
Jolly old England! The Vikings steal a win away from the Browns in London. Let’s talk about it. #SKOL
Well. That was… interesting. Let’s talk about the Ireland letdown. The Vikings lost to the Steelers. Injuries keep piling up. And this team doesn’t really have an identity. SKOL?
The battle of the backups went exactly as we all thought it would... right? 🤣 Let’s talk about this HISTORIC game against the Cincinnati Bengals. #SKOL
This team has been awful for 7 out of the first 8 quarters. Not only is the offense anemic, but the defense gave up over 200 on the ground last night. Let’s talk about it.
The JJ McCarthy era has begun. What a WILD MNF game in Chicago. We discuss week 1 versus the Bears and preview week 2 for the Minnesota home opener against Atlanta.
The 2025 season is here. Monday night football in Chicago versus the Bears. Let’s discuss. Join us LIVE with your thoughts/comments as we preview the ENTIRE 2025 Vikings schedule game by game, starting with this week's game in Chicago.
The final 53 Man roster is set. While there may be more additions in the next few days, we discussed the roster and the final preseason game, and we're taking your comments/suggestions! #SKOL
We break down the Minnesota Vikings' second preseason game and have a live reaction to the Harrison Phillips trade.
Vikings football is officially back! This episode recaps the preseason game week one against the Houston Texans.
The 2025 Minnesota Vikings training camp is heating up, and the first preseason game is upon us. Let’s discuss roster depth, training camp rumors, and, as always, we take your questions.
The time has come. Training camp is underway. There’s an NFL game THIS WEEKEND. NFL football is back, baby. Let’s discuss!
Let’s preview the month of July for our beloved Minnesota Vikings. We talked about McCarthy, Culpepper, and former Vikings QB Sam Darnold. As always, we take your questions and comments. #SKOL
Today’s episode covers the minicamp thus far, TE Josh Oliver's extended stay, and league-wide news and updates. Summer is here. Football is in the air! Let’s talk about it. #SKOL
This week we reflect on the life of Minnesota Vikings legend, Jim Marshall. We give updates on the current quarterback situation and the overall status of the Vikings during OTAs. SKOL
Let’s talk about the 2025 Vikings schedule. How do you see the Vikings' season playing out? Going to a game? Let’s discuss! We also recap the rookie minicamp and get ready for OTAs. #SKOL
First off, how have we done 600 episodes? Secondly… let’s talk about this draft! Lots of drama outside of the Vikings organization, and some needs filled within the team. Let’s hear your thoughts! #SKOL
Let’s talk draft. What are the Minnesota Vikings needs? What do you think they’ll do? What do you WANT them to do? Let’s weigh in and get your thoughts! #SKOL
Now that the new league year has started, let’s discuss the second tier of free agent signings. We discuss Aaron Rodgers rumors. And whatever you want to talk about in the chat. Let’s do this. #SKOL
What a wild start to 2025 NFL free agency. Let’s discuss the losses and additions to Minnesota. And more! #SKOL
Let’s discuss rumors and pre-draft / pre-free agency. What would you like to see the Vikings do when the new league year kicks off? #SKOL
We discuss the newly crowned Philadelphia Eagles win at Super Bowl 59. NFL honors. And look ahead to the offseason for the Vikings.
And just like that, the 2024 Minnesota Vikings season ends in the first round of the playoffs. There is much to discuss here, join the show and break it down with us.
The Minnesota Vikings fell to the Detroit Lions in the regular season finale. Let's talk about it.
The Vikings improved to 14-2. Sweep the Packers for the 2024 season and are on a 9-game win streak. Let’s talk about it! #SKOL
The Vikings finally had a convincing win and Sam Darnold went OFF. Let's talk about it!
The Vikings defeat the Arizona Cardinals at home in the most Vikings way possible. Let’s talk about it! #SKOL
Well, that was certainly a football game 😂 Let’s talk about the unique, weird, and ugly things the Vikings had down in Jacksonville against the Jaguars. #SKOL
That game was lopsided but the score might not reflect. Vikings improve to 6-2 after a gritty win against the Indianapolis Colts. Let’s talk about it. #SKOL
31-29 hands the Vikings their first loss of 2024 at the hands of the Detroit Lions. Let’s discuss! #SKOL
Not much Vikings news on a bye week Monday. We talk about week 6, rumors, and preview the Detroit Lions for week 7. Join us LIVE at 6:30pm est. SKOL!
The Vikings improve to 5-0 in an ugly international win over the New York Jets. Let’s talk about it! #SKOL
The Vikings are 4-0! Seriously who had this in their predictions? They tried to give this game away but somehow held on. Let’s talk about it!
A LOT to unfold as former HC Mike Zimmer unleashes some harsh comments on former Vikings players and staff. We discuss our thoughts on his recent comments as well as preview the 2024 opener in New York against the Giants.
We have a PACKED show for you tonight. We break down the 3rd and final preseason game against Philadelphia. And in turn we try to guess who will make the final 53-man roster. We also preview week 1 against the New York Giants.
We have a LOT to cover since the last show. Devastating news about our rookie QB. A great preseason game to cover. And a free agent signing!
The Vikings beat the Raiders at the buzzer 24-23. Let’s discuss our thoughts on the first preseason game.
We discuss the first 2024 preseason game against the Raiders. Training camp rumblings. And as always we take your questions and comments LIVE on the show. Come join us! #SKOL
Training camp is in full force and the Minnesota Vikings are gearing up for the preseason.
Training camp 2024 is here. Let’s talk about position battles, rumors, and the signing of first-round picks JJ McCarthy and Dallas Turner.
It’s a tough topic but we need to address the recent news surrounding second year WR Jordan Addison.
Today we discuss the tragic and untimely passing of rookie Khyree Jackson. We also discuss Justin Jefferson’s appearance on the Rich Eisen show, his feature in Neflix’s “Receiver” and other topics.
Let’s get some Vikings football talk going tonight. While we wait for team activities to ramp up at the end of the month… we will take all your questions and comments tonight and in the weeks leading up to training camp. #SKOL
Open the discussion board tonight if you want to join in! We talked about NFL contracts, the current NFL lawsuit over television packages, and the lull before training camp arrives.
The biggest WR / non-QB contract… EVER. WR Justin Jefferson got PAID and is staying in Minnesota for 4 more years. Let’s discuss it!
Dalton Risner is back! We discuss this and the looming Jefferson contract extension, OTA’s, and more!
Join us LIVE to discuss the 2024 Minnesota Vikings schedule and more. As always, we take your questions, comments, and hot takes as the show is rolling. See you tonight!
Let’s discuss the rookie mini-camp! The status of the NFCN division, former Vikings, and more!
Well. That was a.. game?
The Vikings are sloppy in a week 1 matchup against the Bucs and start the 2023 season with a loss at home. We review this frustrating game and preview the upcoming TNF game in Philly.
It’s gonna be a long season. Why not share it with us?
THE 2023 NFL SEASON IS HERE!!!!!
It’s time for Minnesota Vikings football.
We preview the week 1 opener versus Tampa Bay.
2023 preseason = done! We discuss the Vikings vs. Cardinals final preseason game. As well as the final 53-man roster.
This week's episode recaps the preseason matchup between the Vikings and the Tennessee Titans. We discuss our thoughts on the game, more roster scenarios, and as always, we take your questions and comments LIVE on the show!
This week’s episode previews the first pre-season game in Seattle. We also discuss the first unofficial depth chart, Justin Jefferson’s elite NFL top 100 spot… and as always take your questions or comments.
Training camp is underway. The Vikings are rolling! We discuss the visit of Dalton Risner. Danielle Hunter's extension and our thoughts so far on camp! Join us LIVE and get your two cents in on the show!
Training camp is here! We discuss training camp, headlines going into the year… and a little segment featuring HOFer Marshall Faulk and his choice words about QB Kirk Cousins. It’s going to be a good one folks. Tune in and chime in!
This week we talk about training camp at the end of the month. A hot take about our star WR, and take your questions/comments LIVE. Join us and give your thoughts!
As we predicted, Dalvin Cook was released by the Minnesota Vikings shortly after June 1. We discussed his impact on leaving the team as well as the Danielle Hunter contract situation. Do you want us live to give us your thoughts on all of these and more!
HOLY GAME OF THE YEAR BATMAN!!
Somehow the Vikings are 8-1 and they beat a good team… on the road!
7-1! Vikings squeak out a win against Washington. We recap the game, give game balls and donkeys, and as always we welcome in your feedback. Join us live tonight!
The Vikings trade for TE TJ Hockenson!
We also recap the W over the Arizona Cardinals.
Man, it’s a good week to be a Vikings fan.
Chime in tonight with your thoughts!
It’s the bye week and Halloween is approaching, so I had to show the fullback some love with the title The Vikings are 5-1 and gearing up for a home game against the Cardinals. Let’s hear your thoughts!
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Miami Dolphins in Miami! This team is 5–1 and finding ways to close games, isn’t that weird? Join us live to talk about this wacky year so far and how this team is somehow managing to be on the right side of the win column so far this season.
THE VIKINGS ARE 4-1! Join us as we recap yet another wild Minnesota Viking game as they beat the bears 29-22 and move to 3-0 in the NFC North / 4-1 on the year.
We recap the week 2 MNF abysmal performance in Philadelphia. We take your questions, comments & talk about the upcoming matchup against Detroit. Join us live tonight!
Join us as we preview the upcoming week 1 border battle at US Bank Stadium when the Vikings host the Green Bay Packers. Leave your questions & comments! SKOL!!!
VICTORY MONDAY! Fine Swiss cheese
Join us as we recap the 23-7 throttling of the Green Bay Packers at home in US Bank Stadium.
The final roster is here! We discuss who made the final 53, who was left out, rumors & look ahead to the regular season.
It’s finally here.. you can’t see it but I’m crying tears of joy because VIKINGS FOOTBALL IS BACK!! Join us as we recap the first preseason game against the raiders. Give us your thoughts or questions!
We are thick into the Vikings training camp, and we discuss all the latest news. Including joint practices with the 49ers, and position battles & take your thoughts on the status of the team right now.
Training camp is underway! We highlight stories and updates from camp. We also talk about Vikings legendary DE Jared Allen & our favorite moments from his career. Jared will go into the Vikings Ring Of Honor this season!
Oh boy. The Kirk Cousins haters might need to sit this one out.. we discuss the new contract AZ Cardinals QB Kyler Murray just agreed to.
How does the Cousins contract compare?
Free agent rumblings?
Training camp is almost here!
What’s up Viking fans?
There isn’t much to report out of Vikings land right now but that doesn’t mean we can’t take your questions and comments! Join us live tonight for a late show!
We are inching closer to July, and Vikings training camp. We discuss the latest rumors - including a former foe that could turn purple? As always we take your questions and comments.
This week's show gets into the thick of all things Baker Mayfield? Is he the Cousins' successor? We take your questions & comments.
Sadly a young and promising former Vikings player has passed. We discuss his time in Minnesota, and as always we take your questions / comments and input.
It's a slow week for Minnesota Vikings news so in this week's episode of The Purple People Podcast we discuss six Vikings "project players" that might not make the roster in 2022 and answer fan questions!
We share our thoughts about the schedule release. We talk about JC Tretter rumors. And more!
This week’s show discusses immediate impact players from the draft & free agency. We also talk about the NFL schedule & rumors about the Vikings + their opponents.
Welp. This one should be fun. We recap the Minnesota Vikings 2022 draft. Did the Vikings get shafted? Did they secretly kill it in the draft? We answer these questions and more
We are a little over a week away from the 2022 NFL draft!! We discuss prospects on tonight’s show that we would like to see in purple. We talk about trade back rumors. And as always we take your questions and comments.
We. Are. So. Close. To. The. Draft! This week's show recaps players coming into the building for the first time of the new league year. Their comments on the new regime. And we preview the draft as well.
Are you ready for the 2022 NFL Draft? The Minnesota Vikings are certainly gearing up for it. We talk about the addition of Chris Reed, the re-signing of Patrick Peterson as well as talk about draft prospects and scenarios. Join us and give your thoughts!
It's a late show recapping the latest free agent signings. The Vikings are plugging away at the holes that needed to be filled and/or changed at weak spots on the roster.
We signed a big-name free agent?! That’s right!! We talk about newly acquired OLB Zadarius Smith. Danielle Hunter stays. And your guys' favorite backup QB is here for another year as well.
Legal tampering! New league year! New signings! Familiar faces gone! We cover all the buzz around the Minnesota Vikings as they start the new league year in preparation for the 2022 season.
Episode Number 470 of the Purple People Podcast! In which we discuss all the latest news and rumors surrounding the Minnesota Vikings as we head closer towards the 2022 NFL Draft. Plus we speculate about possible free agent signings and other news around the league.
This week show talks about all of the new personnel Kevin O’Connell has named to the Viking staff. We discuss what defense Ed Donatell is going to use in Minnesota, Kirk cousins and his contract situation and more. Join us live and give us your thoughts!
We discuss the addition of CB' Bashaud Breeland & Amari Henderson. Take your questions and comments... and more.
This weeks show recaps one of the craziest free agency starts in NFL history. The Vikings were quiet to start but are now shifting from mediocre 2020 to momentum gaining potential for the upcoming 2021 season. We talk Dalvin Tomlinson, the free agents that have signed thus far & take your questions as always.