B1G Take Ten Podcast

By Big Ten Network

What's B1G Take Ten Podcast about?

Hosted by Alex Roux of BTN.com, the Take Ten Podcast is a series of discussions with prominent Big Ten-related personalities. Guests will include current and former players and coaches, as well as influential media members and anyone else with unique insight into Big Ten sports.

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B1G Take Ten Podcast episodes:

06.22.2022
Ep. 183 - Nick Bahe
Former Creighton and Kansas basketball player Nick Bahe joined the show and shared his journey to becoming a college basketball analyst for Fox Sports, broke down this week's NBA Draft prospects in the Big Ten, projected some surprise Big Ten...
02.25.2022
Ep. 182 - Bo Melton
Star Rutgers playmaker Bo Melton joined the Take Ten Podcast to discuss his preparation for the NFL Draft, his career with the Scarlet Knights and more. Then, Big Ten Network Mgr. of Research Harold Shelton joined to discuss the home...
01.30.2022
Ep. 181 - Nate Taphorn
Northwestern alum Nate Taphorn joined and shared memories from the 2017 NCAA Tournament run by the Wildcats, the years that built up to the “First Dance” season and discussed his current career. (2:35-33:24) Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold...
01.26.2022
Ep. 180 - Maurice Ager
Former Michigan State Basketball star Maurice Ager joined and shared his pursuits in the decade-and-a-half since suiting up for the Spartans, his favorite memories as college hooper and his Final Four run reflections from 2005. (2:20-29:40) Then, Big Ten Network...
01.14.2022
Ep. 179 - Blake Hayes
All-B1G punter Blake Hayes joined and discussed the unique process that led him from Melbourne, Australia to Illinois, the renaissance of the Punter on social media and his favorite moments from his Illini career. (2:02-34:37) Then, Big Ten Network Manager...
12.29.2021
Ep. 178 - Jake Butt
Former All-American Michigan TE Jake Butt discussed his post-football life after retiring from the NFL, his career at Michigan, his preview of Michigan vs. Georgia, coming full circle with the 2021 Orange Bowl after 2016 and more. (3:09 - 41:16) Then,...
12.16.2021
Ep. 177 - JoJo Domann
Former Huskers LB JoJo Domann discussed his favorite memories across six seasons at Nebraska, his prep for the NFL Draft, his charitable work through NIL and more. (2:08-25:30) Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold Shelton reflected on Michigan's...
11.05.2021
Ep. 176 - Mike DeCourcy
Sporting News, FOX Sports and Big Ten Network basketball expert Mike DeCourcy joined for his annual Big Ten basketball preview ahead of Tuesday's start to the season. (3:21-41:21) Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold Shelton recapped a wild...
10.28.2021
Ep. 175 - Brock Vereen
Former All-Big Ten defensive back Brock Vereen joined the Take Ten Podcast and discussed his path from Minnesota to the NFL to sports media, including his favorite moments in his first year as a B1G Tailgate host for Big Ten...
10.07.2021
Ep. 174 - RJ Young
FOX Sports college football analyst RJ Young joined and shared his path to his current role in sports media, his approach to covering the sport and his takes on Big Ten Football. (2:20-24:35) Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold...
09.17.2021
Ep. 173 - Charlotte Wilder
The FOX Sports personality and host of The People’s Sports Podcast re-joined the show and shared her experiences on this season’s Ultimate College Football Road Trip, including stops at Wisconsin and Ohio State and an upcoming trip to the Nebraska...
09.02.2021
Ep. 172 - Cassius Winston
Former Big Ten Player of the Year Cassius Winston joined and shared what Year One in the NBA was like with the Washington Wizards, reflected on his favorite moments with the Michigan State Spartans and more. (2:20-17:05) Then, Big Ten Network...
08.06.2021
Ep. 171 - Malcolm Hill
Illinois basketball's third all-time leading scorer Malcolm Hill joined and reflected on his favorite Illini memories, discussed his upcoming opportunity with the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA Summer League and more. (2:06-34:20) Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold...
05.26.2021
Ep. 170 - Ihmir Smith-Marsette
Former Iowa wide receiver/kick returner and recent Minnesota Vikings draft pick Ihmir Smith-Marsette joined the show and shared his lifestyle since Draft Day, discussed his fit in the League, reflected on some electric Hawkeye memories and more. (2:00-14:15) Then, Big Ten...
05.21.2021
Ep. 169 - Olivia Dekker
Big Ten Network and ESPN reporter Olivia Dekker joined and discussed her career path and how she’s made an impact in a competitive industry, her family ties to the sports universe and navigating life with her husband and former Badger...
05.14.2021
Ep. 168 - Jack Hoiberg
Former Michigan State Basketball walk-on Jack Hoiberg joined the show and shared what it was like growing up in a hoops family as the son of an NBA and college coach, reflected on his Michigan State memories and more. (0:00-23:07) Then,...
04.22.2021
Ep. 167 - Ben Mason
Former Wolverine fullback, defensive lineman and special teamer Ben Mason joined and shared what makes his impact on the game unique, described his NFL Draft prep approach, reflected on Michigan memories and more. (1:45-15:40) Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research...
04.12.2021
Ep. 166 - Jenny Taft
FOX Sports host and reporter Jenny Taft joined and discussed hosting Skip and Shannon: Undisputed, her sideline reporting experiences from Big Ten Country to the World Cup, her Midwest roots and more. Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold Shelton...
04.05.2021
Ep. 165 - Christian Watford
Former Indiana basketball player Christian Watford joined to discuss the Hoosiers hiring Mike Woodson, his recent visit to Assembly Hall, some unique perspectives on his famous Wat Shot, and more. (1:40-23:40) Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold Shelton discussed...
03.26.2021
Ep. 164 - KJ Hamler
Former Penn State star and Denver Broncos WR KJ Hamler joined the show to talk about what he's learned in a year post-Penn State, his 'Welcome to the NFL' moments, his favorite cartoons growing up and more. (1:41-29:18) Then, Big Ten...
02.25.2021
Ep. 163 - Rapheal Davis
Purdue's 2015 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year Rapheal Davis joined the show to reflect on his role in lifting Purdue from losing seasons as an underclassmen to conference contender. He also discussed taking pride in his defense, holding...
02.05.2021
Ep. 162 - Jared Sullinger
Former Buckeye star Jared Sullinger joins the Take Ten Podcast to discuss his attempted return to professional basketball, his favorite Ohio State and NBA memories and what makes the Buckeye alumni family unique. (0:41-24:00) Then, Big Ten Network manager of research...
01.20.2021
Ep. 161 - Peter Jok
Former Iowa star Peter Jok caught us up on his post-Hawkeye pro career, his connections to this year’s Top 5 squad and his favorite memories from his time on campus. (0:00-26:00). Then, Big Ten Network Manager of Research Harold Shelton...
12.30.2020
Ep. 160 - 2020 Wrap-Up with Joshua Perry, Kenny Bell and Harold Shelton
First, Joshua Perry and Kenny Bell discussed their first year working together as “emerging talent” at Big Ten Network while connecting with audiences from their playing days and beyond on TV and social media. The duo also offered insights on...
12.11.2020
Ep. 159 - John Beilein
Former Michigan head coach John Beilein joined to discuss his return to Big Ten Network, tell stories from his career in Ann Arbor and offer thoughts on this year’s college basketball season. (1:28-30:30) Then, Big Ten Network manager of research...
11.25.2020
Ep. 158 - Mike DeCourcy Previews B1G Hoops
Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News and B1G Network previews the college basketball season, breaks down the tiers within the Big Ten and offers a Final Four prediction. (1:30-36:15) Then, B1G Network Manager of Research Harold Shelton joins to go...
11.11.2020
Ep. 157 - Vitto Brown, Mike Hall and Harold Shelton III
Former Wisconsin Basketball player Vitto Brown (2013-17) updates us on his pro career since graduating from the Badgers, what life is like overseas during the pandemic and his interests outside of basketball. (1:17-37:00) Then, B1G Network anchor Mike Hall joined and...
10.29.2020
Ep. 156 - Charlotte Wilder
Charlotte Wilder of FOX Sports joined and discussed her journey from SB Nation to Sports Illustrated to FOX, shared her perception of college sports as a New Englander and small-college graduate before going through a crash course in B1G mascots...
10.16.2020
Ep. 155 - Cole Cubelic
SEC Network analyst Cole Cubelic joined and discussed his college football favorites from both the B1G and SEC, shared which B1G programs scare SEC fans the most and analyzed the first month of college football. (1:05-24:30) Then, BTN Manager of...
09.25.2020
Ep. 154 - David Lighty
Former Ohio State basketball player David Lighty joined and discussed his decade of professional basketball, his memories from a golden era of Ohio State basketball and more. (0:00-34:45) Then, BTN Manager of Research Harold Shelton re-joined for his regular in-season...
09.09.2020
Ep. 153 - Marcus Cromartie
Former Wisconsin and NFL DB Marcus Cromartie joined and updated fans on his career since leaving Madison, shared how he stays active on social media and facilitates relevant discussions, offered some thoughts on the upcoming NFL season and reflected on...
08.28.2020
Ep. 152 - C.J. Gettys
Former Rutgers basketball center C.J. Gettys joined and reflected on his graduate transfer year with as a Scarlet Knight during Steve Pikiell's first season. Gettys also provided updates on his hoops career overseas since leaving Rutgers and shared his perspective...
08.11.2020
Ep. 151 - Jeremy Langford and Emily Ehman
Former Michigan State and NFL running back Jeremy Langford joined the show to reflect on his favorite Spartan memories, discuss his NFL career, rank Chicago vs. Detroit pizza and more. (0:00-25:20) Then, former Northwestern volleyball player, BTN intern and host of...
07.30.2020
Ep. 150 - Ryan Cline
Former Purdue guard Ryan Cline reflected on a Boilermaker career that included two Big Ten titles, a memorable NCAA tournament run to the Elite Eight and more before sharing some thoughts on Matt Painter and ranking the skills of his...
07.14.2020
Ep. 149 - Trace McSorley
Former Penn State star QB Trace McSorley joined and reflected on his first year experience in the NFL, sharing a QB room with Lamar Jackson and RGIII, his favorite moments from his Penn State career and more.
07.03.2020
Ep. 148 - Nik Stauskas and BTN All-Decade
Former Michigan basketball star and NBA vet Nik Stauskas joined and reflected on his professional basketball career to this point, discussed his favorite moments from his Wolverine career and more. (0:40-33:30) Then, BTN staffers Harold Shelton III and Bill Friedman joined...
06.19.2020
Ep. 147 - Joey Lane
Former Ohio State basketball walk-on Joey Lane joined to discuss his podcast coverage of the upcoming TBT basketball tournament in Columbus and break down the bracket before reflecting on his days as a member of the Buckeye program.
06.12.2020
Ep. 146 - Ashton Washington
New Illinois Football Director of High School Relations Ashton Washington joined the show and discussed taking on a trailblazing role during an unprecedented time, how the pandemic led to her current opportunity and how Lovie Smith has helped guide her...
06.05.2020
Ep. 145 - Joshua Perry, Coley Harvey and Harold Shelton
BTN Manager of Research Harold Shelton, BTN anchor/reporter Coley Harvey and BTN football analyst Joshua Perry discuss racial injustice in America, their own personal experiences as black men and Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren's plans to address the divide.
05.28.2020
Ep. 144 - Greivis Vasquez
Former Maryland basketball star, ACC Player of the Year and 7-year NBA vet Greivis Vasquez joined to discuss his path from Venezuela to the United States, his love for the Terps and stories from his career.
05.21.2020
Ep. 143 - Carter Coughlin
Former Minnesota star LB and 2020 New York Giants draft pick Carter Coughlin joined the show and discussed getting drafted, getting ready for his rookie year and his favorite moments from his time in the Twin Cities. (2:07-20:00) Then, BTN Sr....
05.11.2020
Ep. 142 - T.J. Hockenson and Best B1G Uniforms w/Harold Shelton
Former Iowa star TE and No. 8 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft T.J. Hockenson joined the show and chatted about his favorite memories from his time with the Hawkeyes, his first year with the Detroit Lions and his...
05.01.2020
Ep. 141 - Giorgi Bezhanishvili and Best Sports Movies w/Harold Shelton
Illinois basketball’s Giorgi Bezhanishvili joined to discuss his solo quarantine lifestyle in Champaign, his favorite moments from an exciting sophomore season and his thoughts on potential changes to the Illini roster. (3:00-27:00) Then, BTN researcher Harold Shelton joined and discussed intriguing...
04.23.2020
Ep. 140 - Matt McQuaid and Best B1G Restaurants w/Harold Shelton
Former Michigan State basketball player Matt McQuaid joined the show to discuss playing in Germany in the year since his last Spartan game, how the pandemic disrupted his professional career and some fond memories from his time in East Lansing....
04.07.2020
Ep. 139 - Ben Brust and Best Teams to Never Win it All with Harold Shelton
Former Wisconsin basketball player and BTN analyst Ben Brust re-jonied the show and discussed how he’s adjusted his sports media responsibilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, Brust reflected on a special season for Wisconsin Basketball. (3:00-16:00) Then, BTN researcher Harold Shelton...
04.03.2020
Ep. 138 - Tim Miles
Former Nebraska head coach and current BTN/FS1 basketball analyst Tim Miles joined the show and discussed the pandemic’s disruption to life and basketball before reflecting on his coaching career and favorite moments on the sidelines as the Huskers’ head man....
03.27.2020
Ep. 137 - Shep Garner
Former Penn State basketball player Shep Garner joined the show to talk about how he's handling the fallout from the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, how it disrupted his basketball career, what he's been up to since graduating in 2018 and discussed...
03.06.2020
Ep. 136 - Aaron Henry and B1G Wrestling Tourney Preview with Shane Sparks
Michigan State Basketball player Aaron Henry joined the show to discuss how the Spartans are approaching their Big Ten Championship push and how they’re preparing for March Madness. (4:30-11:00) Then, BTN researcher Harold Shelton joined to break down the Big Ten...
02.28.2020
Ep. 135 - Sam Vecenie of The Athletic
Sam Vecenie, Senior Basketball Writer for The Athletic, joined and discussed which Big Ten teams might make noise in March, where Big Ten stars could get drafted in June and more. (2:00-27:00) Then, BTN researcher Harold Shelton joined to break down...
02.14.2020
Ep. 134 - Dakota Mathias
Former Purdue and current Texas Legends guard discussed how he made the All-NBA G-League team in his second year after graduating from Purdue and how he has elevated his game as a pro. (2:45-16:00) Then, BTN researcher Harold Shelton joined to...

What's B1G Take Ten Podcast about?

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B1G Take Ten Podcast episodes:

Ep. 183 - Nick Bahe

Ep. 182 - Bo Melton

Ep. 181 - Nate Taphorn

Ep. 180 - Maurice Ager

Ep. 179 - Blake Hayes

Ep. 178 - Jake Butt

Ep. 177 - JoJo Domann

Ep. 176 - Mike DeCourcy

Ep. 175 - Brock Vereen

Ep. 174 - RJ Young

Ep. 173 - Charlotte Wilder

Ep. 172 - Cassius Winston

Ep. 171 - Malcolm Hill

Ep. 170 - Ihmir Smith-Marsette

Ep. 169 - Olivia Dekker

Ep. 168 - Jack Hoiberg

Ep. 167 - Ben Mason

Ep. 166 - Jenny Taft

Ep. 165 - Christian Watford

Ep. 164 - KJ Hamler

Ep. 163 - Rapheal Davis

Ep. 162 - Jared Sullinger

Ep. 161 - Peter Jok

Ep. 160 - 2020 Wrap-Up with Joshua Perry, Kenny Bell and Harold Shelton

Ep. 159 - John Beilein

Ep. 158 - Mike DeCourcy Previews B1G Hoops

Ep. 157 - Vitto Brown, Mike Hall and Harold Shelton III

Ep. 156 - Charlotte Wilder

Ep. 155 - Cole Cubelic

Ep. 154 - David Lighty

Ep. 153 - Marcus Cromartie

Ep. 152 - C.J. Gettys

Ep. 151 - Jeremy Langford and Emily Ehman

Ep. 150 - Ryan Cline

Ep. 149 - Trace McSorley

Ep. 148 - Nik Stauskas and BTN All-Decade

Ep. 147 - Joey Lane

Ep. 146 - Ashton Washington

Ep. 145 - Joshua Perry, Coley Harvey and Harold Shelton

Ep. 144 - Greivis Vasquez

Ep. 143 - Carter Coughlin

Ep. 142 - T.J. Hockenson and Best B1G Uniforms w/Harold Shelton

Ep. 141 - Giorgi Bezhanishvili and Best Sports Movies w/Harold Shelton

Ep. 140 - Matt McQuaid and Best B1G Restaurants w/Harold Shelton

Ep. 139 - Ben Brust and Best Teams to Never Win it All with Harold Shelton

Ep. 138 - Tim Miles

Ep. 137 - Shep Garner

Ep. 136 - Aaron Henry and B1G Wrestling Tourney Preview with Shane Sparks

Ep. 135 - Sam Vecenie of The Athletic

Ep. 134 - Dakota Mathias