1st & Learning: A Cori's Corner Football Podcast

Welcome to 1st & Learning, a beginner-friendly American football podcast from Cori’s Corner made for anyone who wants to understand the game without shame, gatekeeping, or feeling like they should already know everything.

In this intro episode, Cori explains the purpose of the show, who it is for, and how each episode will help listeners learn football rules, strategy, terminology, penalties, formations, and game situations in a simple and approachable way.

Whether you are new to football, trying to understand what your family is yelling at the TV about, learning the game for your child, or just want to enjoy NFL games on a deeper level, this podcast is built for you.

At 1st & Learning, there are no dumb questions, just dumb downs. We are learning football one play, one rule, and one down at a time.

What is 1st & Learning: A Cori's Corner Football Podcast?

Hosted by educator and football enthusiast Cori Middleton, this solo podcast breaks down the rules, strategies, and big moments of the NFL in a way that’s clear, hype, and actually makes sense — whether you’re brand new to football or a longtime fan who wants to go deeper.

Each week, Cori teaches you the "why" behind the game: from formations and penalties to player matchups and coaching decisions. Plus, you’ll get game analysis, reactions, and answers to questions fans are too afraid to ask out loud.

New episodes weekly.
Watch the breakdowns on TikTok and YouTube @Coris_Corner.