In the second episode of Talkin’ Hawks with The VandeBergs, Matt and Laura are joined by another star of the Iowa Hawkeyes: Cooper DeJean. DeJean is a safety from Odebolt, Iowa, who has made a name for himself on the Hawkeye defense with his speed, athleticism, and instincts.
They chat with DeJean about his transition from high school to college football, his recruitment process, and his experience of playing in front of the Kinnick Stadium crowd.  DeJean shares his insights on the upcoming game against Iowa State, where he will face a fierce rivalry. 
Matt and Laura also discuss the Hawkeye's previous game against Utah State, and where they can go from the win. If you are a fan of Iowa football, you will love this episode of Talkin’ Hawks with The VandeBergs. Tune in and get to know Cooper DeJean!

Iowa State Preview w/ Cooper DeJean

If you’re a Hawkeye football fan, you’ll love Talkin’ Hawks with the Vandebergs, a podcast hosted by Matt and Laura Vandeberg, two Hawkeye fanatics who have a lot of experience and knowledge about the game. They will give you a weekly update on the previous game, the upcoming matchup, and their predictions. They will also chat with Hawkeye football players and other Iowa athletes, and share their enthusiasm and insights on everything Hawkeye football. Listen every Monday morning and be part of the conversation. Let’s go Hawks!

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In this month's episode of the Off Season, Matt and Laura take a deep dive into the recent WNBA draft, where standout players Caitlin Clark and Kate Martin left their mark with being first and second round picks, respectively. Matt and Laura also discuss the latest updates from the Iowa Hawkeyes Football Spring Practice. Matt and Laura then sit down for an exclusive interview with Jada Gyamfi, a member of the Iowa Women's Basketball team, as she shares her remarkable journey. From the unforgettable experience of joining teammates Kate, Gabbie, and Caitlin at the WNBA draft, to her experiences on the Saturday Night Live set and her rise to TikTok stardom with her "Get Ready With Me" videos, Jada's story is one you won't want to miss. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with unforgettable moments and insights into the world of collegiate athletics.

Iowa Women's Basketball, Saturday Night Live, and TikTok Stardom w/ Jada Gyamfi

In this offseason episode of Talkin' Hawks with The Vandebergs, we're thrilled to chat about Iowa's recent victory against LSU in Women's Basketball. We're breaking down the game's standout moments by players like Kate Martin and Gabby Marshall. Then, we'll switch gears to talk about winter sports, sharing Caitlin's inspiring basketball journey and discussing how the transfer portal is shaking up college basketball.

But hold onto your seats because the excitement doesn't stop there! Later in the episode, we're sitting down with Bella Mir, daughter of the legendary fighter Frank Mir. Bella's sharing her incredible experiences in both MMA and wrestling, shedding light on the fantastic opportunities available for women in Iowa athletics. Trust us, you won't want to miss this conversation!

Women's Basketball and Wrestling w/ Bella Mir

On this month's episode we sat down with Owen Freeman, the rising freshman star of Hawkeye basketball. In this exclusive feature, Owen shares his journey from a small-town athlete to a celebrated freshman sensation.
Join us as we delve into the Freeman family’s legacy, and the significance of community in their athletic pursuits.



NFL Combine and Winter Sports w/ Owen Freeman

In the first episode of the offseason, Matt and Laura break down the big news from Iowa football: the hiring of Tim Lester as the new offensive coordinator. They share their thoughts on what Lester brings to the Hawkeyes, how he will fit in with Kirk Ferentz's philosophy, and what his impact will be on the offense. Then, they welcome a special guest to the show: Ben Kueter, the four-sport star from Iowa City High who committed to play both football and wrestling for the Hawkeyes. Kueter talks about his decision to join two of the most prestigious programs in the country, his goals and expectations for his dual-sport career, and his recent achievement of winning the Under-20 World Wrestling Championship.



New Offensive Coordinator w/ Ben Kueter

In this episode The VandeBerg’s recap Iowa’s unfortunate loss to Tennessee at the Citrus Bowl. They also have an inspiring (and hilarious) conversation with Spencer Lee, who will be going to the U.S. Olympic trials for freestyle wrestling this year.



Iowa State Preview w/ Cooper DeJean

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