In this episode, we explore the intriguing intersection of college sports and entertainment as the Houston Cougars embark on a groundbreaking partnership with WWE. With the Big 12 Conference's innovative move to host WWE SmackDown events before football games, we examine how this collaboration could redefine the fan experience and impact game scheduling and attendance for the Cougars.

We also delve into the potential expansion of the NCAA March Madness tournament, a topic gaining traction with NCAA President Charlie Baker's recent comments about increasing the number of participating teams. This expansion could significantly alter the dynamics of the tournament, especially for top-seeded teams like the Houston Cougars, by introducing more unpredictability and opportunities for upsets.

Additionally, we take a closer look at Houston baseball coach Todd Whitting's contract renewal. We analyze his performance and the team's current standing in the competitive Big 12 Conference, considering what this means for the future of Houston baseball.

Throughout the episode, we feature insights from key figures such as Brett Yormark and Xavier Perez, who provide valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of college sports. Join us for an engaging discussion on these pivotal developments and their far-reaching implications for the Houston Cougars and the broader world of college athletics.

0:00 Intro: WWE and Big 12 partnership discussion

3:36 Houston's non-Saturday game schedule analysis

7:41 Criticism of Friday night college football games

11:45 NCAA tournament expansion plans

15:51 Pros and cons of March Madness expansion

20:29 Todd Whitting returning as Houston baseball coach

24:34 Analyzing Whitting's contract situation

28:10 Outro: Looking ahead to future episodes

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