Podcasts – Hawkeye Heaven

Des Moines, Iowa - The 18th installment of our Hawkeye Heaven podcast is right here folks. We spiced things up a bit with this one and invited former Hawkeye football player, and current professional wrestler, Steve Manders to be our guest. There's no doubt you'll enjoy our interview with Mr. Manders. He's a fun guy with a big dream, a great work ethic, and being a Hawkeye means a lot to him.

First, Trent and I discuss the big recruiting weekend from the Iowa football team. They just had three of their primary targets commit after their weekend visits. DL Jalen Hunt, OL Justin Britt, and DB Dane Belton all announced their commitment to play ball for the Hawks.

Then we welcome in Steve Manders for a fun 15 minute interview. Steve talks about his time as a Hawkeye, what it meant to him, and then discusses his journey as a professional wrestler. His goal is ultimately to become a WWE Superstar, but right now there's a good change you can catch Steve wrestling somewhere around the state of Iowa.

Finally, Trent and I wrap up the podcast by discussing a huge weekend visitor for the Iowa basketball program, 5 star PF recruit Keion Brooks from Fort Wayne, Indiana. It's not often the Hawkeyes lure a 5 star basketball talent to visit Iowa City so this could be an interesting recruiting story to keep an eye on.

Hope you enjoy episode #18 Hawk fans! Check out the highlight below to see Steve Manders in the ring, and his former teammate and current NFL tight end George Kittle ends the match with the Stone Cold Stunner!

https://twitter.com/SCWPro/status/863602961087385600

Des Moines, Iowa – The 17th episode of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast has arrived and this weeks guest is Iowa Basketball player Jordan Bohannon.

The podcast starts with Derek and Trent discussing the recent news of the University of Iowa deciding to pull out of the Big Four Classic that takes place in Des Moines each year between the states 4 major universities.

Next, we welcome in Jordan who was kind enough to spend some time with us on his 21st birthday. We catch up with Jordan on his injury from last season, his record breaking season and get his thoughts on what the Hawks need to do to live up to the Hype this season.

Hope you enjoy Hawk fans! Take a look back at Jordan Bohannon's game from last season against Northwestern when he chose to leave former Hawkeye Chris Street's record intact.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4cUNaHOfvw

Cover Photo Courtesy of The Washington Post

Des Moines, Iowa - The 16th episode of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast has arrived and both Trent and I agree that this is one of the best ones we've had. Patrick McCaffery was our guest and he ended up being a terrific interview. Please take a few some time out of your day to listen to this one. You won't regret it.

We start out by discussing what life must be like for Patrick McCaffery. Then, while we were recording the podcast, news broke that Iowa basketball has officially pulled itself out of the Big Four Classic in Des Moines, and the PrimeTime League would not be happening this year. Obviously this is some big news on both fronts so we shared our thoughts on each topic before welcoming in the young McCaffery.

Next, we welcomed in Patrick McCaffery. Patrick is out in Charlottesville, Virginia right now honing his skills against elite competition while participating in the NBA Top 100 camp. He talks about his experience so far out there and then answers all sorts of questions we have about him, his family, and even recruiting. Trent and I were really impressed with Patrick's interview. Hawk fans are going to love this kid.

Finally, we wrap up the podcast by discussing a little football as we area eagerly awaiting the arrival of the season!

Hope you enjoy this one Hawk fans! Take a look at some of Patrick McCaffery's highlights below!

 

Des Moines, Iowa - The 15th episode of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast has arrived. Incoming RB recruit Henry Geil joins us for this one folks.

Trent and I start out by discussing the all-important addition to the water tower near Kinnick Stadium - the Hawkeye logo! It has finally arrived! We have a brief discussion on that, and we chat a little bit about the Hawkeye baseball players who were recently picked up in the MLB draft.

Then Trent and I welcome in Henry Geil for an interview. Geil is a RB recruit from Green Bay, Wisconsin. He's a part of the 2018 class and will be officially joining up with his Hawkeye teammates next week. Hawkeye fans - I promise you're going to love this young man. He's a high character kid who has the exact mentality that you want to see in a young player. He's poised and ready to do whatever it takes in order to make an impact on the field, and I think he has the tools necessary to do so. You'll love what he has to say in our interview!

Finally, we end the podcast by discussing our the new shirts that we will be releasing any time now! We take a second to reflect on the courage and bravery displayed by the men and women of our Armed Forces. As always, thank you to all who have served and are currently serving today!

Enjoy episode #15 Hawk fans! Don't forget to spread the word and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, or whatever app you use to listen!

We'd like to end with a huge thank you to Henry Geil for joining us on this episode! Best of luck to him as he begins his collegiate career! Don't forget to check out his high school highlights right here:

Des Moines, Iowa - The 14th episode of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast has arrived. This time we welcomed the pride of Williamsburg, Iowa and former Hawkeye offensive lineman Austin Blythe.

Trent and I kick off the podcast with a discussion about Hawkeye basketball players Tyler Cook and Isaiah Moss both choosing to return to Iowa City next year. We share our opinions on what their return means to the program, and how we believe Iowa hoops will perform this coming season.

Then Trent and I welcome in Austin Blythe for an interview. Blythe starts out by discussing what life is like as a member of Los Angeles Rams, and then shares his takeaways from his time in Iowa City. He also takes a few moments to discuss a new hunting venture that he and his family have recently become involved in called Legacy Acres Hunting Club in Parnell, Iowa (formerly known as Safari-Iowa, which you will see on their website). If you are a hunter you have to check out everything they have to offer and share some support for a great Hawkeye. Their land combined with a variety of guided hunting options is truly incredible. To find out more about the options Legacy Acres has to offer click RIGHT HERE.

Trent and I wrap up the podcast by discussing a few Hawkeye football updates including a few kickoff times that have been announced as well as several lines that have been released.

Finally, we end the podcast by sharing an exciting update from our team here at Hawkeye Heaven - we're excited to announce that we will be opening up a store and releasing our first custom t-shirt within the next week! The primary theme of our apparel will be to merge our two favorite past times... Hawkeye and Iowa pride combined with a bit of a patriotic/military flare. Keep an eye out for our first shirt next week!

Enjoy episode #14 Hawk fans!

We'd like to end with a huge thank you to Austin Blythe for joining us on this episode! Good luck this year with the Rams and with Legacy Acres!

Des Moines, Iowa - Episode #13 of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast has arrived! This time we had former Hawkeye and current Jacksonville Jaguar wide receiver Tevaun Smith as our guest.

Trent and I start off the podcast with conversation about football and the Big Ten West division. We both discuss our thoughts on Iowa's chances to make it back to the Big Ten Championship game in these next couple of seasons. We also discuss which teams in the West besides Wisconsin we expect to be the biggest challengers.

Then with the help of Trent and Jimmy B we welcome in Tevaun Smith for an interview. The guys ask Tevaun all sorts of great questions. He talks about what he's going through right now in OTA's with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and they even ask him what it's like to be competing against former in-state rival Allen Lazard for a position on the roster. Then he discusses his time as a Hawkeye, and shares his thoughts on what the University of Iowa football program means to him.

Finally, Trent and I wrap up the podcast by sharing our thoughts on the recent Land of 10 closure and the challenges that we're facing in the current media landscape.

Enjoy episode #13 Hawk fans!

Here are some of Smith's highlights from his career as a Hawkeye:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIoBxIdZULU

Des Moines, Iowa - Trent and Derek are back at it with episode #12 of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast. This week we were excited to be joined by incoming Hawkeye basketball player and in-state mega-recruit Joe Wieskamp from Muscatine, Iowa.

We start off the podcast by discussing this week's big news on the legalized gambling front and how we think it will impact Hawkeye athletics. Then we transition into discussing all of the most recent updates from Iowa City including two new football commitments, Romeo McKnight's transfer, and a disappointing week from the Hawkeye baseball team.

Finally, we welcome in Joe Wieskamp for an interview. Joe touches on his legendary prep career in the state of Iowa, what he's currently working on, what position(s) he expects to play the college level, and he even lets us know what he thinks about Iowa's chances of landing potential 5-star PG recruit DJ Carton out of Bettendorf (who Wieskamp happens to be working out with at the moment).

Enjoy episode #12 Hawk fans! Special shout out and thank you to Joe Wieskamp for joining us today. He's an incredibly humble young man who is about to become a star in a Hawkeye uniform. We can't thank him enough for giving us a few minutes of his time.

Here are some of Wieskamp's highlights from both his prep and AAU career:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IY9FeEtDv40

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFc1hYasUnU

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rFow8sZh2Q

Des Moines, Iowa - Episode #11 of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast is here and it's an epic one! Trent and I welcome in Hawkeye legend Chuck Long and one of the Hawkeyes top recruiting targets, RB Jirehl Brock.

We start off the podcast with a quick segment where Trent and I share our thoughts on the Twitter mishap involving Iowa State assistant football coach Jim Hofher and Iowa recruiting target Jake Karchinski.

Then we get to the good part where we welcome in Mr. Chuck Long himself, and finally cap things off with an interview with Hawkeye running back target Jirehl Brock.

Enjoy episode #11 Hawk fans and check out Jirehl Brock's highlights below!

Des Moines, Iowa - Podcast #10 is here and this time we have the one, the only, Mr. George Kittle joining us! George is about to enter the busy phase of his NFL season, and we can't say thank you enough to him for giving us a few minutes of his time!

Derek and Trent start out the podcast with a big segment wrapping up our final thoughts on spring football for the Hawkeyes. We briefly touch on the NFL draft, and then Trent welcomed in Kittle for the interview portion of the podcast. Finally, we wrapped things up by sharing our thoughts on Ahmad Wagner's decision to play ball at the University of Kentucky.

Enjoy episode #10 Hawk fans! Check out some George Kittle highlights below!

Hawkeye Highlights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QX7LdjFtS8

San Francisco Highlights

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHU6Dt6HOQo

Des Moines, Iowa – The 9th episode of the Hawkeye Heaven podcast has arrived. This time Scott Chandler, former Hawkeye and NFL tight end, is here to join us. Cody, the elder Pech brother, is filling in for Derek this week.

Cody and Trent kickoff the podcast by talking about the NFL Draft that starts this evening.Then they welcome in Mr. Scott Chandler to talk with him about what he's up to now, his career at Iowa, and his successful journey in the NFL.

Check out some of Chandler's highlights from his time in the NFL right here:

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