Blue Raider Podcast

Time to breakdown the men's basketball off season pick ups! A trio of ball players that should make an impact their first season in Murfreesboro!
Quick breakdown of Mens Tennis' 5th consecutive CUSA Championship!

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

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Fresh off the Saturday Showcase, I sit down with GoMiddle.com's Austin Lewis to break down the Blue and White game! We give insight to what Mason and staff showed us on Saturday as well as what to look forward to this upcoming transfer portal season. Stick around to listen about the Lady Raiders latest grab from the transfer portal and the expectations mounting for next winter! As always stay tuned for the Raider Wrap-Up portion of the episode where I breakdown this past week in MTSU athletics!

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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Winter Sports are finally wrapped up with the conclusion of March Madness this last weekend. We turn our attention to the diamond and breakdown MTSU's baseball season thus far and what needs to happen as they aim to right the ship halfway through Conference USA play. Conner Smith give his insight into the Blue Raiders woes as well as touches on the Lady Raiders' softball season. 

Stick around to the Wrap-Up portion as I announce our newest collaborative efforts with The College Huddle for the upcoming football season! And the latest signing addition of Macie Phifer to the Lady Raider basketball squad.

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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The second edition of an interview with the AD! I'm thankful MTSU Athletic Director Chris Massaro sat down to talk about the recent news on head coach Nick McDevitt, the success of the women's basketball program, and the growth of the university through it's new NIL partnership.

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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What could've been our Sweet 16th episode was spoiled in Baton Rouge on Sunday! In a different profile of the podcast this week I break down what happened in the Round of 32 solo. What happened and what should the Lady Raider faithful expect in 2025?

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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It is officially March Madness in Murfreesboro, Tennessee! The Lady Raiders hit the road to Baton Rouge, Louisiana for a First Round rematch with Louisville. I talk with MTSU Sideline's Calvin White before his trip to LSU to discuss the upcoming matchup. We breakdown the anti-climatic finish to mens' hoops and what's to come in the offseason for McDevitt and company. Don't miss the Raider Wrap-Up to recap all this week's events from Blue Raider athletics including the men's golf big weekend!

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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It's March Madness season! Who else to talk shop with than GoMiddle.com's Oliver Baltz?! The original MT basketball podcaster stops by to discuss the probability (or improbabilities) of the Blue Raiders' Cinderella potential this week in Huntsville. Stick around for a preview of the Lady Raiders' upcoming week in Huntsville also and hear my take on the latest Award snub in CUSA. We also review the winning weekends from baseball and mens tennis, and walk through this week in Blue Raider athletics in our concluding Raider Wrap-Up!

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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The Blue Raiders' have had quiet the turn around in February moving from last place in CUSA to tied for 4th place with a week remaining! I sit down with head coach Nick McDevitt to talk about the improvements made and what's needed to see success in the Conference USA Tournament in Huntsville, AL. We also discuss Lady Raiders 14-game win streak, Mens Tennis' 6th Power-5 win of the season, Baseball's string weekend finish, and Softball's much anticipated return to Murfreesboro!

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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What a weekend in Murfreesboro! I recap the recent department 7-0 sweep on Saturday including a pair of wins in the 100 Miles of Hate matchup. Sam Doughton, staff writer for goblueraiders.com joins the show once again with his in-depth analysis of all spring sports. 

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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In this week's episode I invite GoMiddle.com's Austin Lewis to co-host an interview with new Blue Raider head coach Derek Mason! We discuss his latest signing class, his adjustment period back to coaching, as well as what it means to be Blue Collar. 

Stick around for the Blue Raider Wrap-Up to talk about basketball's big week in both mens and womens, and baseball gets their season started with a series win over Bowling Green.

Welcome to The Blue Raider Podcast with Jake Bolden, the premier destination for comprehensive coverage of Middle Tennessee State University athletics. Each episode brings you the latest Blue Raider sports news, including game recaps, player spotlights, exclusive interviews with coaches, and conversations with respected local media personalities.  

Whether you're following MTSU football, basketball, baseball, or any Blue Raider program, this podcast delivers the insight, analysis, and behind‑the‑scenes access every true fan wants.  

Catch the show every Friday at 5 p.m. on WGNS Radio — FM 101.9 & AM 1450 in Murfreesboro, FM 100.5 in Smyrna, and streaming worldwide at WGNSRadio.com.  

Stay connected with us:  
• Twitter/X:  @BlueRaiderPod  
• Instagram: @BlueRaiderPod  
• TikTok: @BlueRaiderPod  
• YouTube: Blue Raider Podcast  

Join fellow fans and continue the conversation on the GoMiddle.com forum after each episode.

#BlueRaiderPodcast #MTSU #BlueRaiders #MTSUSports #MiddleTennesseeState #MTSUFootball #MTSUBasketball #ConferenceUSA #CUSA #WGNSRadio #MurfreesboroTN #CollegeSports #NCAASports #GoBlueRaiders #TrueBlue

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