Houston Christian University Assistant Men's Basketball Coach, Evan Lavery, joins the podcast. Details:- Recapping 2024-25 season- Rebuilding a Division-1 program- Competing in Southland Conference- Coaching relationship with head coach Craig Doty

Olathe North High School Boy's Basketball Coach, Adam Olerich, joins the podcast. Details: - Recapping 2024-25 season - Coaching at his high school alma mater - Basketball talent in Olathe - Favorite coaching styles

Washburn University Men's Basketball Coach, Brett Ballard, joins the podcast. Details: - Recapping historic 2025 season - Foundation he's set for Washburn Ichabods - Working under Danny Manning & Roy Williams - Playing college basketball for Kansas Jayhawks - Recruiting in Kansas & Kansas City area

ESPN college basketball broadcaster Mark Neely shares his thoughts on the 2025 Big 12 men's basketball season so far. Details: - Houston Cougars dominance - Kansas Jayhawks re-occurring disappointment - College Basketball's officiating fiasco - Big 12 Player of Year candidates - Big 12 Coach of Year candidates…

Eastern Washington Eagles wide receiver (2020-2024) & 2025 NFL Draft prospect joins the podcast. Details: - Participating in East/West Shrine Bowl - Historic 2024 college season - Preparation for NFL Draft - Playing on Eastern Washington's red turf

We preview the upcoming 2024-25 NFL Playoffs. Listen to us breakdown each round all the way to Super Bowl 59.

Kansas City Royals Vice President of Communications, Sam Mellinger, joins the podcast. Details: - First 3 years working for the Royals - Career change from sports writer to communications role - Favorite moments as a Kansas City Star sports writer - Thoughts on Kansas City sports

8-time Olympic medalist & 2-time Olympian Regan Smith joins the podcast. Details: - Her life following the 2024 Paris Olympics - Winning gold in 4x100m relay this summer - Being coached by Bob Bowman - Mental challenges of being an Olympian - Favorites places she's traveled to

September 11, During our conversation, Eddie Nuñez discusses his role as VP of Houston Athletics. He also discusses speaking and working with the UH head coaches to help them compete for championships; the importance of NIL; changing the culture of Houston Athletics; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

August 26, During our conversation, Dayna discusses her role as Big 12 VP for Women's Basketball; the 2024-25 Big 12 Women's Basketball season; the 4 Big 12 newcomers; growing the game of women's basketball; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

Pittsburgh University Panthers quarterback Nick Patti played from 2018-2022. He shares his story of playing college football, retiring from the sport, life in Pittsburgh, and more.

August 8, During our conversation, Rob discusses Forever Coogs' 1st year in TBT including reaching the championship game; plans for the 2025 TBT season; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

August 08, During our conversation, Rob discusses Forever Coogs' 1st year in TBT including reaching the championship game; plans for the 2025 TBT season; and more.By Kris Gardner

Kansas Jayhawks women's basketball star S'mya Nichols joins the podcast. S'mya talks about her impressive freshman season, playing high school and college basketball in state of Kansas, growth of Jayhawks program, and more.

July 24, During our conversation, Coach Edmonds discusses her newcomers for the 2024-25 team; her expectations for the 2024-25 season; the AAC's 18-game league schedule; Ring Night; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

July 18, During our conversation, Coach Finnie discusses HCU's fundraising dinner in September; the partnership with Kendra Scott; her 2024-25 roster; the 2024 Olympics; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

Molly Miller enters her 5th season as the Grand Canyon Lopes Women's Basketball Coach. She talks about coaching the 2023-24 team, summer schedule, path to coaching college athletes, and more.

June 6, During our conversation, Coach Skeete discusses her newcomers for the 2024-205 team; what's she learned heading into Year 3; the WNBA; the NBA Finals; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

May 22, During our conversation, Coach Schaefer recaps the Longhorns' 2023-24 season; reflects on the growth of women's college basketball; the impact of NIL; improving women's hoops; Astros and Rangers; and more.By Kris Gardner

May 14, During our conversation, Matt provides more details about the Players Era Festival in 2024 and beyond; the 8 participating teams; the potential other MTEs copy this event in the future; will the event profitable; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

May 14, During our conversation, Matt provides more details about the Players Era Festival in 2024 and beyond; the 8 participating teams; the potential other MTEs copy this event in the future; will the event profitable; and more.By Kris Gardner

Gianna Kneepkens joins the podcast for a 2nd time. In this episode, she talks about recovering from her recent season-ending foot injury, working with WNBA star Kelsey Plum last summer, and growth as a college athlete.

April 29, During our conversation, Alvin discusses his job duties at Houston Athletics; the 2024 Coogs on the Road Tour; the importance of NIL; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

Mikey Matthews joins the show to briefly talk about his sophomore season at Cal Berkley, transferring from Utah to the west coast, roles within a new offense, plus excitement for the spring.

March 30, During our conversation, Mfon discusses what she believes has been different for the Rockets during the 11-game winning streak; and more.By Kris Gardner

Bracketologist and blogger Graham Doeren joins the podcast for a 3rd consecutive March. With Selection Sunday being two weeks away, we discuss the potential #1 seeds, bubble teams, risers/fallers, and more for this year's projected NCAA Tournament field.

February 28, During our conversation, Dan discusses the history of TBT; the Elam Ending; Forever Coogs participating in 2024; games at Fertitta Center; and more.By Kris Gardner

Former UTSA Roadrunners quarterback Frank Harris joins the podcast. Details: - Retiring from football after 2023 season - His time playing at UTSA for 7 years - Growing up in Texas - Transition into working for UTSA's NIL fundraising nonprofit organization, City Fans 210 City Fans 210 website: https://210cityfans.org/…

February 6, During our conversation, Tyrel discusses his career path; his job duties at the Big 12; working in the Detroit Pistons' organization; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

ESPN play-by-play broadcaster Mark Neely joins the podcast to analyze the midway point of the 2024 Big 12 men's college basketball season. Details: Most impressive first-year transfers Oklahoma State's historic down year Grant McCasland providing sustainability at Texas Tech Houston Cougars Big 12 favorites?…

Sporting News college basketball columnist & Fox Sports bracketologist Mike DeCourcy joins the show. We ask him about his thoughts on the first half of the 2023-24 men’s college basketball season.

Steve Physioc makes his second appearance on the podcast. He updates us on his retired life in Colorado, his thoughts of the current state of MLB and college sports, top moments during his 40 years of sports broadcasting, baseball trivia, and more.

January 10, During our conversation, Patti discusses her love of sports as a kid; her career path; her 2 favorite sports moments; and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

Washington Spirit NWSL player Lena Silano joins the podcast for a second time. Lena shares her NWSL draft story, moving from California to Washington D.C., favorite professional cities, and more.

October 20, During our conversation, Cindy discusses the demise of the Pac-12; her career path plus career advice; Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner Mat Ishbia; NCAA women's hoops and more.By [email protected] (Kris Gardner)

Tucker DeVries joins the show to talk about his upcoming junior season with the Drake Bulldogs. Tucker also details his off-season trip to Spain, playing college basketball with his father, reaching 2023 NCAA Tournament, and more.

October 13, During our conversation, Brooke discusses her career path; preparing to call a game; the explosive popularity of women's basketball; NIL; the demise of the Pac-12; maintaining a work-life balance; and more.By Kris Gardner