Blue Demon Room

Blue Demon Room

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Blue Demon Room episodes

  • Episode 40: DeWayne Peevy Is All In on Chicago

    Season two of the Blue Demon Room goes out on a high note with Athletic Director and Senior Vice President DeWayne Peevy. Fresh off being named one of the Top 100 Athletic Directors in America by Silver Waves Media, Peevy talks the long-awaited Basketball Practice Facility finally becoming a reality, his dual role leading DePaul Athletics and the university, and why student-athlete well-being remains at the center of everything he does. He also opens up about his experience as a college athlete, watching his son compete at the Division I level, and what his perfect Chicago summer day looks like.

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    Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 39: Built for the Moment with Helin Alvarez

    Women's tennis student-athlete Helin Alvarez joins the Blue Demon Room this week for a wide-ranging conversation about her journey from Venezuela to Chicago, her adjustment to life at DePaul and how she battled back from a season-ending injury. Alvarez also breaks down her dramatic victory in the BIG EAST semifinals that sent the Blue Demons back to the title match and shares her goals for the future of the program.

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    Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    36 min
  • Episode 38: Anna Sprenger's Journey from Germany to Game Day with DePaul

    This week on Blue Demon Room, DePaul Athletics celebrates Student Employment Appreciation Week by highlighting marketing and fan engagement student intern Anna Sprenger.

    After making the move from Germany to Chicago, Sprenger wasted little time becoming involved on campus while helping elevate the fan experience at DePaul Athletics events. Anna discusses her transition to life in the United States, the lessons she has learned along the way and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into engaging Blue Demon fans.

    Listen through the end for Anna's favorite Chicago sports team and a dream game-day promotion fans may someday see in action.

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    Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    27 min
  • Episode 37: Chasing Records and Confidence: Inside Sade Miller's Rise

    Sophomore sprinter Sade Miller joins the Blue Demon Room to talk record-breaking performances, the power of positive self-talk, and the confidence she brings to the track. She reflects on her growth from freshman to sophomore year, how her mindset fuels her speed, and what's ahead for the 2026 outdoor season.

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    Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    42 min
  • Episode 36.3: Hall of Famers Return Home featuring Lenae Williams Fergerson

    On this episode of the Blue Demon Room, Hall of Famer Lenae Williams Fergerson takes us back through her DePaul journey. From her playing days under Doug Bruno to the memories made in Alumni Hall, including time spent in the Blue Demon Room, she reflects on the moments that shaped her career. Williams Fergerson also discusses her path playing overseas and how the game has stayed with her through her work coaching at the youth and high school levels.

    Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.
    31 min
  • Episode 36.2 Hall of Famers Return Home featuring Liza Brown VandenLangenberg and Saskia Roberson
    Fresh off induction night, the Blue Demon Room welcomes Hall of Famers Liza Brown VandenLangenberg and Saskia Roberson. Two pillars of DePaul softball's success, the pair reflects on the program's journey to the Women's College World Series, the evolution of the sport over time, and the legacy they helped build in Lincoln Park. From sharing postseason memories to passing the game on to their children, the conversation connects past and present. Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.
    35 min
  • Episode 36.1: Hall of Famers Return Home featuring Matt Babicz and Wilson Chandler

    Fresh off induction night, the Blue Demon Room welcomes Hall of Famers Matt Babicz and Wilson Chandler. Babicz, a standout thrower from 2010–14, and Chandler, a key figure in DePaul's transition to the BIG EAST from 2005–07 who went on to a successful professional career in the NBA and overseas, reflect on their journeys. The duo shares stories from their upbringing, looks back on their time at DePaul, and discusses where life has taken them since their days as a student-athlete.

    Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.
    36 min
  • Episode 35: From Jackson to Chicago – The Journey of Brandon Maclin

    On this episode of The Blue Demon Room, Kacy sits down with DePaul senior guard Brandon Maclin to talk about his unconventional path to Lincoln Park. From Jackson to prep school, junior college and ultimately DePaul University, Maclin shares the perseverance and belief that shaped his journey. He also reflects on what this year's group has accomplished in a short time and how he brings energy and leadership to the floor every single night.

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    Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    30 min
  • Episode 34: From Student Manager to Marketing Changemaker with Nina Goodhue

    As part of National Girls & Women in Sports Day, the Blue Demon Room sits down with Nina Goodhue, Associate AD for Marketing & Fan Experience. Nina shares how her early experiences as a men's basketball manager at DePaul influenced her career trajectory and leadership style. The conversation also explores fan experience initiatives, marketing across multiple programs, and how Nina is committed to paying it forward for women pursuing careers in sports.

    Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

    Episodes drop every other week and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    49 min
  • Episode 33: Finding Calm: Jaiden Gary's Throwing Journey

    Kicking off the first episode of the New Year, DePaul track & field thrower Jaiden Gary joins the Blue Demon Room to give an inside look at the sport of throwing.

    Now in his second season with the Blue Demons and coming off a freshman year that earned him Co–Male Freshman of the Year at The Billy's, Jaiden explains how he introduces his sport to newcomers, why staying calm is critical in an event that lasts just 12 seconds, and how mindset separates competitors.

    Jaiden also shares what it was like meeting Olympic gold medalist Ryan Crouser, growing up with 15 siblings, and how playing multiple sports led him to the throwing circle. He reflects on coaching himself in high school, building trust with his college coach, and embracing the tight-knit nature of the throwing community.

    From the meaning behind "Da Truth" to his goals for 2026, Jaiden offers an honest look at the journey of a collegiate thrower.

    Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Episodes drop every other Tuesday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.

    44 min

About Blue Demon Room

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Welcome to the Blue Demon Room, the official podcast of DePaul Athletics! Our host, Kacy Standohar, will be sitting down with our own student-athletes, coaches and alumni to hear their stories, learn…