Cougar Tailgate

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Big-12 Brutality Jan 26, 2024

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BYU fans love a good tailgate before big games. One of the biggest Cougar fans wants you to stop by to rant and chat about the teams that wear white and blue. Lauren McClain wants to hear from you on Cougar Tailgate as she and her raucous roundtable grill up spicy takes and potentially spicy food.

Back on the Right Track Jan 19, 2024

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BYU bounces back after two huge conference wins against UCF and Iowa State. Lauren, Brandon, and Terry briefly recap BYU's dominating performance over the Cyclones. They also debate which team in Utah is the best basketball school at the moment. They discuss whether they enjoy the brutal schedule of Big-12 basketball or would they rather play an easier schedule like they did in the WCC. Lauren, Brandon, and Terry close the show playing "Buy or Sell?" and "Cougs in the News" discussing the importance of BYU's pro athletes success for their alma mater.

Rocky Start in the Big 12 Jan 12, 2024

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After two disappointing losses to begin conference play, Lauren, Jonny, and Hema are here to dissect the positives and negatives of BYU's rocky Big-12 start. They begin the show reacting live to our man-on-the-street responses during Saturday's loss to Cincinnati at the Marriott Center. Lauren, Jonny, and Hema also play basketball and football versions of "Buy or Sell?" They close the show discussing BYU's matchup with UCF and a playoff edition of "Cougs in the News."

Holiday Recap Dec 22, 2023

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Come tailgate with Lauren McClain as she is joined by Hema Heimuli and Brian Logan to talk Coach Pope's greatest wins, play some football and basketball trivia, and talk BYU's football recruiting!

Back to Winning Ways Dec 15, 2023

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After a disappointing loss to arch-rival Utah, BYU gets back to their winning ways with a dominant win over Denver. Lauren, Jonny, and Hema recap the highlights from BYU's 90-74 win over Denver. Cougar Tailgate producer Tori Kimball gets raw fans reactions about "What is your favorite thing about this BYU Hoops Team?" Lauren, Hema, and Jonny react to the fans responses as well. As always, they play "Buy or Sell?" discussing topics surrounding BYU Hoops going forward. Lauren, Hema, and Jonny close the show talking about the noise BYU players are making in the NFL.

Basketball is Flying High Dec 08, 2023

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BYU Basketball just keeps on rolling! Jonny Linehan, a big fan of the sport, and Senior Producer Cleon Wall join Lauren McClain to talk expectations, hype, and hopes for this year's squad. With Big 12 play looming, do we ride the hype wave? What should this season look like? Join the crew as they play buy or sell, talk favorite Utah/BYU basketball matchups and discuss Cougs in the News.

Saying Goodbye to the 2023 Football Season Dec 01, 2023

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It's time to say goodbye to the 2023 BYU Football season. Lauren is joined by BYUtv sports producers Hema Hemuli and Brandon Crowe. They discuss BYU Women's Soccer's magical NCAA Tournament run and their favorite BYU sports tournament runs. Lauren, Hema, and Brandon say goodbye to the 2023 BYU Football season and their reaction to the Oklahoma State game. They play an off-season edition of Buy or Sell and discuss fans' responses to whom they will miss most from the football team. The trio then talks about BYU Basketball's impressive 6-0 start and their potential.

One Last Chance To Go Bowling Nov 21, 2023

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The Cougars have one last chance to go bowling, can they make it happen? Lauren is joined by BYU Radio Senior Producer Cleon Wall and former BYU punter Jonny Linehan. They begin the show discussing the positives and negatives from last week's narrow loss against Oklahoma. Lauren, Jonny, and Cleon answer your fan-submitted responses discussing what you're thankful for in regards to BYU football. They also talk about BYU's struggles on the road this season and their confidence in the Cougars away from Provo. Lastly, they close with a game of "buy or sell?" and discuss whether they believe Jake Retzlaff is the quarterback to lead the Cougars into year two of the Big-12.

Searching For a Morning Miracle Nov 17, 2023

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The Cougars are sick and need a diagnosis! Former BYU Football players Jonny Linehan and Mitch Matthews join Lauren McClain to play doctor and give their professional opinions. They answer your fan-submitted responses by diagnosing the underlying issues with recent defeats. Jonny and Mitch give their take on how this season could potentially affect recruiting and the program's future. Lauren, Jonny, and Mitch predict the chances of BYU pulling off a 2009-like miracle against the Sooners and discuss what they would do for a BYU win over Oklahoma.

Time To Get Right Nov 10, 2023

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After a rough couple of games, it's time to get right! Lauren, Dave, and Cleon discuss the fans response about whether they want bowl eligibility or get the offense right for next season. They begin the show with their "Hot Off the Grill" BYU Footall takes. They debate whether they like or dislike the new Big-12 scheduling matrix. Lauren, Cleon, and Dave also play Iowa State or BYU trivia.

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