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Keith Murphy and Andy Fales broadcast live from Westown Tap on the final stop of the Cheers for Beers Patio Tour to discuss Jamie Pollard announcing his retirement from Iowa State, evaluate his legacy as athletic director, react to Congress weighing in on Caitlin Clark, and enjoy another hilarious Friday edition featuring Scott School, Two Truths and a Lie, and MORE!

🌪️ Jamie Pollard Announces Retirement

A look back at one of the most influential athletic directors in Iowa State history.

• Pollard's biggest accomplishments

• Football's transformation

• Facilities, fundraising, and coaching hires

• The biggest wins—and biggest misses—of his tenure

• Who could replace him?

🏀 Caitlin Clark & Congress

Murph and Andy react after members of Congress weigh in on Caitlin Clark and debate whether the attention helps or hurts the WNBA star.

🏈 Around Sports

• Deion Sanders' memorable Media Days comments

• World Cup ratings explode in America

• Conor McGregor returns to the UFC

• More sports headlines from around the country

😂 Friday Fun

• Scott School

• Two Truths and a Lie

• MORE! from Westtown Tap

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Chris Williams, Chris Hassel, and Jake Brend react to Jamie Pollard announcing his retirement from Iowa State in June 2027.

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Mackenzie Eddie and Scott Siepker overthink Iowa Nice Guy's new persona, George Costanza looksmaxing, and Lone Star Ticks that just wont die.

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Chris Williams and Chris Hassel recap a busy week at Big 12 Football Media Days, react to Brett Yormark's viral exchange with a Texas Tech reporter, debate the conference's new Monster Energy partnership, and discuss Jimmy Rogers' first Media Day as Iowa State's head coach. Plus, the guys react to Team USA's heartbreaking World Cup exit, CW prepares to skydive for charity, and plenty more.

🏈 Big 12 Media Days

The biggest stories from Frisco.

• Brett Yormark's viral press conference moment

• The Texas Tech controversy explained

• Jimmy Rogers' first Media Day

• What stood out from Iowa State's appearance

⚡ The Monster Energy Debate

Did the Big 12 make the right business move?

• Jersey patches and conference branding

• Why the financial numbers raise questions

• What the deal could mean long-term

• How sponsorships are changing college athletics

🌪️ Iowa State Football

Cyclones officially meet the media.

• Jimmy Rogers' coaching style

• Building Iowa State's future

• Where the Cyclones stand entering the season

⚽ USA's World Cup Exit

What comes next for soccer in America?

• Belgium ends Team USA's run

• Why the World Cup captivated the country

• Can soccer sustain the momentum?

• Chris and Chris debate the future of the sport in the U.S.

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Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to the biggest stories from Big 12 Football Media Days, including the viral Brett Yormark-Texas Tech exchange, the conference's new Monster Energy partnership, lingering Brendan Sorsby questions, and their biggest coaching takeaways from Frisco. Plus, thoughts on Jimmy Rogers, Deion Sanders, Rich Rodriguez, and a World Cup-inspired Bigger Than 12 Draft.

🏈 Big 12 Media Days Reactions

The biggest headlines from Frisco.

• Brett Yormark's viral press conference

• Texas Tech's confrontation over Brendan Sorsby

⚡ Monster Energy Joins the Big 12

A landmark sponsorship raises questions.

• Is the deal worth enough money?

• Jersey patches, field logos and branding

• Why the value surprised Jake and Derek

• What it means for the conference moving forward

🎙️ Biggest Coaching Takeaways

Which coaches impressed the most?

• Jimmy Rogers' refreshing honesty

• Rich Rodriguez's regional scheduling idea

• Deion Sanders' outlook entering 2026

• Joey McGuire and Eric Morris stand out

🏟️ Around the Big 12

More news from Media Days.

• Scott Satterfield responds to Brendan Sorsby questions

• Cincinnati's role in the investigation

• Early impressions around the conference

🌍 Plus

• Bigger Than 12 Draft: Which remaining World Cup country would you visit?

• Iowa trivia

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Keith Murphy and Andy Fales react to the United States' disappointing World Cup exit, Lionel Messi's incredible comeback victory, the drama unfolding at Big 12 Media Days, and the "end" of the Iowa Swarm collective. The guys also discuss Iowa State's new script helmet, tipping culture, new Iowa State Fair foods, and MORE!

⚽ World Cup Drama

The USA is out, but the conversation isn't over.

• Argentina's stunning comeback led by Lionel Messi

• USA eliminated by Belgium

• VAR controversy continues

• What the World Cup means for soccer in America

🏈 Big 12 Media Days

Football season is getting closer.

• Iowa State picked LAST in the Big 12

• Jimmy Rogers embraces the challenge

• Texas Tech vs. Brett Yormark goes viral

• Monster Energy officially partners with the Big 12

🐤 Iowa Swarm Dissolves

A noteworthy change for Iowa athletics.

• Iowa Swarm moves to the athletic department

• What the change means moving forward

• Looking back at the collective era

😂 Plus

• The growing frustration with tipping culture

• New Iowa State Fair foods

• Soccer movies with Mr. Movie

• Throwdowns, AD Squared and MORE!

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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman turn their attention to football season with an in-depth breakdown of Iowa's quarterback competition between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski. The guys compare the Hawkeyes' situation to the rest of a loaded Big Ten, discuss conversations with Kirk Ferentz and Tim Lester, explain what Iowa's offense must become in 2026, and announce a special live edition of Legends & Listeners this weekend in Cedar Falls. Plus, a quick follow-up on last week's Caitlin Clark discussion.

🏈 Iowa's Quarterback Competition

With fall camp approaching, the Hawkeyes still have no clear starter.

• Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski

• What Kirk Ferentz and Tim Lester are looking for

• Why the competition could continue into the season

• Which quarterback best fits Iowa's offense?

🌽 Ranking the Big Ten Quarterbacks

The conference is loaded with talent.

• Julian Sayin, Dante Moore and the league's elite

• Former Cyclone Rocco Becht at Penn State

• Where Iowa currently ranks

• Why quarterback play could define the Big Ten race

📈 Can Iowa's Offense Take the Next Step?

Scott and Chad discuss why 2026 could look different offensively.

• Tim Lester's evolving system

• The importance of Iowa's offensive line

• Why the Hawkeyes may need to score more than ever before

📍 Plus

• Caitlin Clark follow-up after last week's discussion

• Live Legends & Listeners show announcement

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Chris Williams is in Frisco, Texas, for a reaction from Day 1 of Big 12 Football Media Days. He breaks down Brett Yormark's press conference, explains why the commissioner missed an opportunity to address the Brendan Sorsby situation, reacts to the conference's new Monster Energy partnership, and shares why Texas Tech needs to be careful not to become the next "Texas" of the Big 12. Plus, thoughts on playoff expansion, Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham, and the perception battle facing the conference.

🏈 Day 1 at Big 12 Media Days

Chris shares his biggest takeaways from Frisco:

• Brett Yormark's opening press conference

• Why the Sorsby questions weren't answered

• The commissioner's biggest challenge

⚡ Monster Energy Joins the Big 12

The conference lands a major new sponsorship.

• Why it's a perfect brand fit

• What it means for Big 12 revenue

• Why perception matters in college athletics

🌵 A Warning for Texas Tech

Chris explains why Texas Tech needs to avoid becoming the next "Texas."

• The fallout from the Brendan Sorsby saga

• Why perception around the program is changing

• How the Red Raiders should approach success

🏆 The Big 12's Biggest Challenge

Can the conference change how it's viewed nationally?

• The importance of winning College Football Playoff games

• What success should look like moving forward

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Journey brings The Final Frontier Tour to the Casey's Center on Tuesday! Tickets to the show are available at HyVeeTix.com. Concertgoers can also stop by the new Yuengling 1829 Tap House on the south end suite level to try new menu items and get a Yuengling on tap! It will be a fall of great country music in Des Moines as Ella Langley will headline on October 29! Tickets were in high demand and sold out the day they went on sale. Check out all the shows and events coming up at IowaEventsCenter.com

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World Cup fever has officially arrived. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales break down FIFA's decision to reinstate Folarin Balogun ahead of Team USA's massive Round of 16 showdown with Belgium. The guys debate whether justice was served or if the ruling sets a dangerous precedent, react to the incredible England-Mexico match, discuss the Savannah Bananas packing Kinnick Stadium, Joey Chestnut's latest eating title, fireworks mishaps from the Fourth of July, and MORE!

⚽ Team USA & The World Cup

• Balogun's suspension is lifted

• USA vs. Belgium preview

• England survives Mexico

• Why the World Cup has captured America

• Norway, Erling Haaland and tournament favorites

🇺🇸 Holiday Weekend Highlights

• Fourth of July fireworks

• Savannah Bananas sell out Kinnick Stadium

• Joey Chestnut wins another title

• Weekend winners

🏀 Plus...

• NBA tests a major free throw rule change

• Sweet corn season arrives

• World Cup atmosphere around the globe

• The American Nice Guy reacts to Balogun's return

• MORE!

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