Bussin' With The Boys: "We Have Found Blas Hernandez | Inside The Bus"
Release Date: January 16, 2026
Hosts: "The Boys" (Will Compton & Taylor Lewan), with Inside the Bus crew (JP, Garrett, Delaney, Jack, Mitch, and others)
Guest: Blas Hernandez ("Bloss")
Episode Overview
This episode of Inside the Bus is a long-awaited reunion with Blas Hernandez (affectionately "Bloss"), one of the original behind-the-scenes pillars of Bussin' With The Boys. The team reflects on the show's scrappy origins, key transitions, legendary inside jokes, and the crucial role played by Bloss in shaping the culture and technical backbone of the podcast. Bloss, now thriving outside of football media, shares insights on personal growth, identity, and moving on to new challenges, while the crew delivers a nostalgic and heartfelt yet hilariously chaotic trip down memory lane.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Blass’ Origins and Early Podcast Days
- Bloss shares how he ended up in Tennessee after military service—a blend of practicality and seeking new adventures, influenced by his army deployment from Tennessee (04:14).
- Entry to Bussin' came via a friend (“Aaron”), whose ESPN experience got them noticed by Will and Taylor, although Aaron himself wasn’t a big sports fan (05:30).
- Early days were tough: filming in a gravel parking lot, powering with borrowed generator/gas, and running extension cords from local businesses (09:34).
- Bloss wasn't being paid initially but saw it as a huge learning opportunity, especially with the emerging world of podcasting (07:35; 08:44).
Notable Quote:
“You can have all the talent in the world, man, but if that door isn’t open for you…good luck, dude.” (05:30, Bloss)
2. OG Crew & Bus Adversity
- The crew recounts stories about the first team: Aaron, Zach Patton (the guy “Will would yell at”), and the late Matt "Neely" Hills, a beloved figure in the Titans community (13:00–17:00).
- Bloss describes adapting on the fly—procuring cameras from Lipscomb, solving problems with makeshift stands, and setting up in challenging conditions (11:15, 26:18).
Notable Quote:
“There’s not much that can scare Bloss. Except… equipment failing, audio getting dropped or corrupt files.” (29:05, Bloss)
3. Podcast Evolution and Team Growth
- Early interview highlights include Jalen Ramsey (Bloss’ first recorded episode, #6) and tension-turned-friendship as rivals met on the bus (11:36–12:15).
- The team moved from uncomfortable, sweaty conditions to better digs—warehouse, then shop—gradually building a more polished operation (14:16–15:15).
- Bloss' impact as a mentor is repeatedly acknowledged by the newer hires—he developed the “Bloss system” and set expectations for work ethic and teamwork (20:10–21:07, 23:42–24:27).
Notable Quote:
“Y’all are the unsung heroes, dude, of this entire operation, dude. And I freaking love watching you guys succeed, man.” (19:44, Bloss)
4. Bus Lore & Inside Jokes
- The birth of the “Where’s Bloss?” meme—a running bit sparked by Bloss disappearing during a Vermont work trip, which became a legendary inside joke (35:41–41:03).
- Blass as original troll of the office, delighting in winding up the crew about 49ers-Titans, or pranking his stepkids at home (28:08–28:49).
Notable Quote:
“Before there was Jeremy Clump, there was Bloss Hernandez, one of the greatest trolls of all time… he used to get me so angry…” (27:36, Delaney)
5. Career Transitions and Finding Purpose
- Bloss candidly discusses the internal struggle with leaving the podcast to pursue service as a police officer, drawing on his military background and desire for meaningful work (49:43–53:11).
- Will’s supportive response—“I can’t put a price on purpose”—was a pivotal moment, freeing Bloss to pursue deeper fulfillment (51:13).
- Bloss’ advice to anyone facing a transition: don’t let your job become your identity. Self-worth should be rooted deeper than the logo you work for. (58:34–60:31).
- Emotional reflection on legacy, mentorship, and gratitude for the open-door culture at Bussin' (55:23–56:06).
Notable Quote:
“Don’t place your identity into something so much that it handicaps you… Be who you are. Be proud of who you are at the core… Don’t let that brand define you.” (58:34, Bloss)
6. Memorable Moments and Fan-Favorite Episodes
- Meeting idols like George Kittle (“I’ve been kind of starstruck by… George Kittle’s one of them.” 29:19), Olympian Shawn Johnson, and country stars like Jelly Roll and Ernest (31:23; 72:08).
- Legendary Mischief Night: The crew describes enlisting Bloss (now a cop) to prank Will’s house, faking a police bust—sparking pure kid-like chaos and nostalgia (46:29–48:46).
Notable Quote:
“You get to leave, you know, with your head held high and proud of the work that you did and where the brand was at.” (62:19, Bloss)
7. Bloss' Life After the Bus
- Bloss gives updates on his current venture: "The Underwhelming Podcast", co-owned with Zachary Bell and “The Fat Electrician”; it’s intentionally casual, bi-weekly, and military-veteran centric. (75:11–78:05)
- Emphasis on building a community—creating reunions, bringing favorite people together, and prioritizing family and lasting friendships (79:58–82:13).
- The crew highlights Bloss’ ongoing mentorship and their deep gratitude for the way he set the culture and standards in the early Bussin’ years (82:29, 82:48).
Memorable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps
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On Adapting and Learning (Early Days):
“I just sat there and I was like, ‘hey, let me set everything up today. And you just watch me.’ ... But what I didn’t know is how the broadcasting world worked.” (08:44, Bloss) -
On Leaving and Identity:
“Don’t place your identity into something so much that it handicaps you ... Don’t let that brand define you. Let your last name, let the name on your back define you.” (58:34, Bloss) -
On Moving On:
“I can’t put a price on purpose.” (51:13, Will—relayed by Bloss) -
On Will’s Leadership:
“He just gets it... Had he said something else or made me feel guilty about it, it’s probably something I would resent him for.” (52:00, Bloss) -
Classic Office Banter:
“Before there was Jeremy Clump, there was Bloss Hernandez, one of the greatest trolls of all time...” (27:36, Delaney) -
On Legacy:
“Hearing that is such a reward… I didn’t anticipate getting emotional… it brings me so much joy.” (55:24, Bloss) -
Heart of the Crew:
“[Bloss] is the original voice of the back of the bus. The man that walked so that we could run—it is Blas Hernandez.” (01:29, Jack) -
On Teamwork:
“Some of the smallest things on the bus…how we operate, how we start the show, how we finish it still…like a Bloss system.” (21:07, JP/Garrett)
Highlighted Story Segments & Timestamps
- How Bloss Joined & Early Setups: 03:13–11:21
- Mentoring the New Wave & Team Growth: 19:43–21:07
- Vermont Trip — Where’s Bloss: 35:41–41:03
- Fan Encounters & Favorite Guests: 29:19–33:40, 69:50–74:46
- Career Transition and Advice: 49:43–62:19
- Underwhelming Podcast & Future Plans: 75:11–79:58
- Final Reflections & Gratitude: 80:41–83:01
Theme & Tone
The tone is classic Bussin’—warm, self-deprecating, immensely loyal, with a strong undercurrent of “we built this from nothing.” Humor and camaraderie abound, but there are honest moments about mental health, purpose, and moving forward in life after letting go of something meaningful. Bloss is celebrated as “the unsung hero” who mentored, uplifted, and set the early technical and cultural tone for the show.
For New Listeners
This episode is a time capsule and masterclass in how great podcast teams are born, grow, and hand the torch off. It is filled with practical stories, advice for anyone facing crossroads in life, and behind-the-scenes peeks that reinforce why the Bussin’ With The Boys crew have become a cult favorite—not just for their NFL connections, but for the real relationships they’ve built in (and now, beyond) the bus.
Don’t miss: the segment on “identity” for anyone facing their own job or life transitions (58:34), and the Vermont “Where’s Bloss?” origin story for pure Bussin’ lore (35:41).
Episode Title Pay-off:
[82:56] Host: “I think we found Boss.”
[83:02] Host: “Yeah, we found boss.”