Best Iowa State Athletics Podcasts (2024)

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Megs Gendreau, Centre College – Are Athletes Really That Special?

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On Centre College Week: Why are we interested in the lives of athletes? Megs Gendreau, associate professor of philosophy and environmental studies, explains why. Megs Gendreau’s main research focuses on how we understand human selves and human values in the face of radical climate change, but she enjoys sports and periodically gets to write about t…

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Williams & Blum: CW reacts to Big 12 Media Day 19:33

3h ago19:33

19:33

Chris Williams reacts to what he saw and heard at Big 12 Media Day in Las Vegas, from a new defensive front to the hype surrounding the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Williams & Blum: CW reacts to Big 12 Media Day 19:33

2h ago19:33

19:33

Chris Williams reacts to what he saw and heard at Big 12 Media Day in Las Vegas, from a new defensive front to the hype surrounding the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Making Memz: Hawkeye hoops and the mosquito plague 1:12:16

2h ago1:12:16

1:12:16

Adam Pedersen and Jordan Bohannon are back! The boys catch up on their week away from each other, free-balling, complain about the Iowa mosquito plague of ‘24, and discuss the Hawkeye basketball off-season and exciting new players on the team. Presented by Terraplex Ag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Kickin' It with David Montgomery: Becoming the best version of himself on and off the field 54:53

1h ago54:53

54:53

Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on former Cyclone and All-American David Montgomery to talk about the foundation he laid at Iowa State, compare the Campbells, and how he has embraced the fans of Detroit. The relationships he's built, reflecting on his NFL career thus far, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad…

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Kickin' It with David Montgomery: Becoming the best version of himself on and off the field 54:53

3h ago54:53

54:53

Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on former Cyclone and All-American David Montgomery to talk about the foundation he laid at Iowa State, compare the Campbells, and how he has embraced the fans of Detroit. The relationships he's built, reflecting on his NFL career thus far, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad…

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Ravi Radhakrishnan, Centre College – Rent-Seeking Activities

1d ago

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On Centre College Week: Why is more money going to lobbying in politics than before? Ravi Radhakrishnan, associate professor of economics and business, says it’s a pressing issue. Ravi Radhakrishnan joined Centre College in 2012 as an Assistant Professor of Economics. His area of specialization is growth theory with a focus on the role of rent-seek…

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Two Guys: Looking ahead to Big 12 Media Days, ISU/Iowa season outlooks, and a new NIL beer 1:04:28

4h ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel recap their 4th of July long weekends, look ahead to Big 12 Media Days, and discuss Iowa and Iowa State's outlook for the season. There's a new NIL beer, BBB from the weekend, and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Stacey Peebles, Centre College – What Are Our Newest War Stories?

2d ago

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On Centre College Week: We’ve heard the war stories of the past, but what about today? Stacey Peebles, H. W. Stodghill, Jr. and Adele H. Stodghill Associate Professor and Chair of English, looks for some. Stacey Peebles is H. W. Stodghill, Jr. and Adele H. Stodghill Associate Professor, Chair of English, and Chair of Film Studies at Centre College.…

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Williams & Blum: Big 12 quarterback rankings, media days preview & WVU game from 2018 1:05:29

1h ago1:05:29

1:05:29

The guys go through a 247 Sports ranking of starting quarterbacks in the Big 12. Media days begin on Tuesday in Las Vegas. Williams will be there. It's time to start thinking about football season seriously. Plus, we continue to look back at classic Cyclone games by digging deep into the 2018 football victory over No. 6 West Virginia. Presented as …

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Williams & Blum: Big 12 quarterback rankings, media days preview & WVU game from 2018 1:05:29

1h ago1:05:29

1:05:29

The guys go through a 247 Sports ranking of starting quarterbacks in the Big 12. Media days begin on Tuesday in Las Vegas. Williams will be there. It's time to start thinking about football season seriously. Plus, we continue to look back at classic Cyclone games by digging deep into the 2018 football victory over No. 6 West Virginia. Presented as …

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Beth Livingston, University of Iowa – When A Worker Is Harassed During Their Commute

5d ago

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Harassment of workers doesn’t just happen at work, but also on the way in. Beth Livingston, Ralph L. Sheets Associate Professor of Industrial Relations at the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa, explains more. Beth A. Livingston is the Ralph L. Sheets Associate Professor of Industrial Relations at the University of Iowa’s Tippie C…

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Michael Zalot, Cedar Crest College – Historic Legacy of Once-Popular Arcade Redemption Tokens

6d ago

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The digital world is quickly bringing to an end to a lot of physicals items and tokens, but at what cost? Michael Zalot, assistant professor of business and director of the MBA program in the department of Business, Management and Economics at Cedar Crest College, discusses one such token. Michael Zalot is an assistant professor of business and dir…

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The Michigan Man Podcast - Episode 760 - July recruiting update from EJ Holland at The Wolverine ON3 45:59

5h ago45:59

45:59

June was a very good month for Sherrone Moore and staff on the recruiting trail. Will July be even bigger? Joining me this week with his thoughts is the outstanding recruiting writer from The Wolverine ON3, EJ HollandBy Mike Fitzpatrick

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Ep 291 - Ryan Clanton 26:19

1d ago26:19

26:19

Iowa State Run Game Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach Ryan Clanton visits with John Walters. Clanton enters his second season at ISU with a veteran offensive line headlined by Freshman All-American Brendan Black.By Iowa State Athletics

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Williams & Blum Wednesday: Preseason poll, realignment speculation, and The Tornado Game 57:53

19h ago57:53

57:53

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the Big 12 Football Media Preseason Poll, the potential next round of realignment, and why Brett Yormark would want to keep making moves. Talking Cyclone hoops, the Tornado Game, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Williams & Blum Wednesday: Preseason poll, realignment speculation, and The Tornado Game 57:53

19h ago57:53

57:53

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the Big 12 Football Media Preseason Poll, the potential next round of realignment, and why Brett Yormark would want to keep making moves. Talking Cyclone hoops, the Tornado Game, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Legends & Listeners feat. Gary Dolphin: Reshuffling the radio booth 53:04

20h ago53:04

53:04

Scott Dochterman welcomes the voice of the Hawkeyes, Gary Dolphin, to talk about Ed Podolak's retirement, the addition of Pat Angerer to the radio booth, why he's the man for the job, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 712 Media

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Rachel Noorda, Portland State University – Reading Behavior Versus Reading Identity for Gen Z and Millennials

7d ago

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Do you consider yourself a reader? Rachel Noorda, associate professor and director of book publishing at Portland State University, says many don’t when they should. Rachel Noorda is associate professor of English and director of book publishing at Portland State University. She and her colleague Kathi Inman Berens study crossmedia consumption and …

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CW Pod: Reacting to the Media Big 12 Preseason Poll and turning 40 23:25

1d ago23:25

23:25

Chris Williams reacts to the Big 12 Football Media Preseason Poll, who he thinks is overrated and underrated, and bouncing around the conference. Talking Iowa State's chances to win the league, turning 40, and more. Presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Two Guys: Fireworks, Clark vs. Taurasi, and Cy-Hawk hoops 1:02:03

1d ago1:02:03

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Chris Williams and Chris Hassel discuss their weekends away, fireworks, and Iowa State sits atop the recruiting rankings. Caitlin Clark went head-to-head with Diana Taurasi, talking Cy-Hawk hoops and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Kickin' It with Dan McCarney: Football and life 1:04:14

2d ago1:04:14

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Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on the iconic Dan McCarney to discuss his start in coaching, how it has changed since he started, and his experiences with the 2008 Florida Gators team. The Jack Whitver story, ending the Cy-Hawk losing streak, and so much more. Courtesy of Kelderman Manufacturing. Miracle Travel Works: https://miracletravelwork…

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Kickin' It with Dan McCarney: Football and life 1:04:14

2d ago1:04:14

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Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on the iconic Dan McCarney to discuss his start in coaching, how it has changed since he started, and his experiences with the 2008 Florida Gators team. The Jack Whitver story, ending the Cy-Hawk losing streak, and so much more. Courtesy of Kelderman Manufacturing. Miracle Travel Works: https://miracletravelwork…

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Kylie King, SUNY Plattsburgh – The Role of Informal Networks in Business Ownership

8d ago

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How do we solve the patriarch problem when it comes to networking for business owners? Kylie King, director of institutional effectiveness and research faculty at SUNY Plattsburgh, says we must support those who might be blocked from having the social capital needed to move forward. Dr. Kylie King is the Director of Institutional Effectiveness at S…

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All Access with the Iowa Events Center: NHL coming to Wells Fargo Arena 23:16

8d ago23:16

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Hockey enthusiasts and sports fans alike can look forward to witnessing NHL action right in the heart of Des Moines. In their first-ever competitive game, the Utah Hockey Club will play the the St. Louis Blues at Wells Fargo Arena - Sunday, September 22. Iowa Events Center general manager Chris Connolly joins the show to talk about how this game ca…

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Summer Series: Inside Cyclone Football with ISU Quarterbacks Coach Jake Waters 40:42

3d ago40:42

40:42

Chris Williams sits down with Iowa State Quarterbacks Coach Jake Waters to talk about his journey to Iowa State, Matt Campbell's impact, and Rocco Becht's development. How he runs his QB room, the influence of former players, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Summer Series: Inside Cyclone Football with ISU Quarterbacks Coach Jake Waters 40:42

3d ago40:42

40:42

Chris Williams sits down with Iowa State Quarterbacks Coach Jake Waters to talk about his journey to Iowa State, Matt Campbell's impact, and Rocco Becht's development. How he runs his QB room, the influence of former players, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Lawson Wulsin, University of Cincinnati – What Is Toxic Stress?

9d ago

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Being stressed is common today. Lawson Wulsin, professor of psychiatry and family medicine at the University of Cincinnati, examines why and what to do about it. Lawson Wulsin, MD, is professor of psychiatry and family medicine at the University of Cincinnati. His subspecialty is psychosomatic medicine, and he has focused his research and teaching …

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Williams & Blum: The Aaron Craft game with the forgotten Hoiberg team 57:43

4d ago57:43

57:43

Chris Williams and Brent Blum look back at the 2012-13 Iowa State Basketball team's NCAA Tournament loss to Ohio State, the Aaron Craft shot, Georges Niang's heartbreak, and how this became the forgotten Hoiberg team. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Williams & Blum: The Aaron Craft game with the forgotten Hoiberg team 57:43

4d ago57:43

57:43

Chris Williams and Brent Blum look back at the 2012-13 Iowa State Basketball team's NCAA Tournament loss to Ohio State, the Aaron Craft shot, Georges Niang's heartbreak, and how this became the forgotten Hoiberg team. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Summer Series: Inside Cyclone Football with ISU Offensive Line Coach Ryan Clanton 52:41

6d ago52:41

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Chris Williams sits down with Iowa State Offensive Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator Ryan Clanton to dive into what an offseason looks like for the offensive line, his philosophy on the position group, and how he has built the big guys up front. What to look forward to this season and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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Summer Series: Inside Cyclone Football with ISU Offensive Line Coach Ryan Clanton 52:41

6d ago52:41

52:41

Chris Williams sits down with Iowa State Offensive Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator Ryan Clanton to dive into what an offseason looks like for the offensive line, his philosophy on the position group, and how he has built the big guys up front. What to look forward to this season and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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Sara Harmouch, American University – Sudan’s Civil War: A New Haven for Al-Qaida

12d ago

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On this Student Spotlight: Al-Qaida may be exploiting a weakness in an African state in crisis. Sara Harmouch, doctoral candidate in justice, law and criminology at American University, explores how. Sara Harmouch is the founder and CEO of H9 Defense and a doctoral candidate at American University’s School of Public Affairs. Growing up in Lebanon, …

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Williams & Blum: Big 12 releases basketball matchups 13:07

7d ago13:07

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Chris Williams breaks down Iowa State's Big 12 basketball matchups and touches on Dwayne Pierce stepping away from the program. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Williams & Blum: Big 12 releases basketball matchups 13:07

7d ago13:07

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Chris Williams breaks down Iowa State's Big 12 basketball matchups and touches on Dwayne Pierce stepping away from the program. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Two Guys: Hassel and CW answer your questions (June 27, 2024) 1:01:30

7d ago1:01:30

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On this special mailbag edition of Two Guys presented by Fareway, Williams and Hassel answer an assortment of questions from listeners. How much longer will the CyHawk game be played? Could Iowa State ever get an invite to the Big Ten? What's on the Mt. Rushmore of "Iowa" food? Plus, Hassel digs up some old "Chris Hassel Theater" segments from year…

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Summer Series feat. Grant Mahoney: Life as a college athlete into the professional world 44:19

7d ago44:19

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Jacqueline Cordova welcomes Grant Mahoney to the program to talk about his transition from a college kicker to the real world, how he found his way to Cyclone Fanatic, and the evolution of student-athletes. Talking NIL, relationships, and more courtesy of the Iowa State University Ivy College of Business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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Summer Series feat. Grant Mahoney: Life as a college athlete into the professional world 44:19

7d ago44:19

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Jacqueline Cordova welcomes Grant Mahoney to the program to talk about his transition from a college kicker to the real world, how he found his way to Cyclone Fanatic, and the evolution of student-athletes. Talking NIL, relationships, and more courtesy of the Iowa State University Ivy College of Business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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Wendy Keyser, Fitchburg State University – Patterns and Gaps in Award-Winning LGBTQ Children’s Books

13d ago

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CREDIT: Christopher Capozziello LGBTQ children’s books are now on the shelves, but do they tell the full story? Wendy Keyser, professor of English at Fitchburg State University, says there is more to explore. Wendy Keyser taught high school English for 21 years, primarily in Massachusetts public schools. She is a professor of English Studies in the…

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Williams & Blum Wednesday: NIL Tournaments and the 8-turnover game 55:45

8d ago55:45

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Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the report of Iowa State agreeing to participate in an NIL incentive tournament, why it's a sign of the times, and how it affects the future of Thanksgiving tournaments. Revisiting Iowa State's upset over Nebraska in 2009, Paul Rhoads was "so proud" and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Williams & Blum Wednesday: NIL Tournaments and the 8-turnover game 55:45

8d ago55:45

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Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the report of Iowa State agreeing to participate in an NIL incentive tournament, why it's a sign of the times, and how it affects the future of Thanksgiving tournaments. Revisiting Iowa State's upset over Nebraska in 2009, Paul Rhoads was "so proud" and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choi…

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CW Pod with Scott Siepker: Real world stuff 1:07:48

8d ago1:07:48

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Chris Williams welcomes Scott Siepker to discuss the presidential debate, the reset America needs, and the history of presidents. The nuclear war situation, Siepker's opinion on AI, and more. Presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 712 Media

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David Spence, University of Texas at Austin – The Misunderstood Politics of the Energy Transition

14d ago

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Who is to blame for slowing the transition to a low carbon energy future? David Spence, Rex G. Baker Chair in Natural Resources Law at the University of Texas School of Law, and Professor of Business, Government & Society at the University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business, has some ideas. David Spence is a professor of energy law and…

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Making Memz: Iowa Everywhere Olympics and athlete accountability 1:05:59

11d ago1:05:59

1:05:59

Adam Pedersen and Jordan Bohannon propose the Iowa Everywhere Olympics, talk more TikTok education, Caitlin Clark's teammates can't catch a pass, NCAA expansion, and athlete accountability. Presented by Terraplex Ag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 712 Media

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Ep 290 - Noah Pauley 16:10

9d ago16:10

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ISU Passing Game Coordinator and Wide Receivers Coach Noah Pauley visits with John Walters. Pauley did a great job with the Cyclone receivers in his first year on the job. Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel return to headline a talented group this season.By Iowa State Athletics

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Kickin' It with Paul Rhoads: Coaching philosophy, love of the game, and more 1:13:31

10d ago1:13:31

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Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on former Iowa State Head Football Coach Paul Rhoads to dive into his effective trick play calling, his coaching philosophy, and how he connected with Dan McCarney. His favorite parts about coaching, memories from Iowa State, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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Kickin' It with Paul Rhoads: Coaching philosophy, love of the game, and more 1:13:31

13d ago1:13:31

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Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on former Iowa State Head Football Coach Paul Rhoads to dive into his effective trick play calling, his coaching philosophy, and how he connected with Dan McCarney. His favorite parts about coaching, memories from Iowa State, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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Legends & Listeners: Mail bag edition 1:07:04

9d ago1:07:04

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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss Iowa's rivalry situation in the Big Ten before diving into the mailbag. The biggest games at Kinnick Stadium, giving a second chance to some Hawkeyes, the future of college athletics, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Francis Galan, Texas A&M University–San Antonio – A Better Understanding of the Interactions Between and Kinship Among Early Texas Settler Groups

15d ago

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There’s still a lot to learn and understand about early settlements in Texas. Francis Galan, associate professor of history at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, sheds some light on the complexities of Spanish settlements in the state. Francis Galán is an Associate Professor of History at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, where he teaches in the Col…

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Two Guys: Kaleb Brown arrested, charity softball, and Purdy-mania 1:04:18

10d ago1:04:18

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Chris Williams and Chris Hassel discuss Kaleb Brown's arrest, the WeWill vs. SWARM softball game, and Brock Purdy's return to Ames. Oklahoma extends Brent Venables, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese went head-to-head again, and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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