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BYU Headed to the New Mexico Bowl Dec 07, 2022

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BYU Football is headed to the New Mexico Bowl to face off against the SMU mustangs. Lauren and Jason Shepherd like the matchup. They also talk about what Big 12 teams they want to see come to Provo next season. Then, Creighton guard and Utah County native Evan Young joins the podcast to talk about why he hopes to play against BYU this weekend in Las Vegas. And BYU women's basketball player Nani Falatea talks about growing up in Ute country before their weekend matchup against Utah.

Crushing the Cardinal and PK Pressure Nov 30, 2022

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Breckin Mozingo was BYU's top goal scorer for the women's soccer team, but she was still nervous when she kicked a PK in the Cougar's NCAA tournament match against Stanford. Mozingo shares how she overcame her anxiety and what's next for this talented soccer squad. Also, in this podcast, Lauren and Cleon react to Ilaisa Tuiaki resigning as BYU football's defensive coordinator, the Cougars crushing the Cardinal at Stanford in football, and how BYU's basketball teams are fairing early in the season.

One More Time: BYU and the Pac 12 Nov 23, 2022

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BYU's final regular season game comes against Stanford, just one of many teams BYU has faced from the Pac 12. In this podcast, Lauren and Cleon recount some of the most memorable matchups against the "Conference of Champions." Troy Clardy of the TreeCast podcast also joins the show to talk about what's ailing the once-mighty Cardinal football team. And which bowl game will BYU be invited to? It's all about the location.

Down The Home Stretch Nov 16, 2022

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BYU Football only needs one win to become bowl eligible. But their opponent, Utah Tech, is just happy they get to play a team like BYU. The Trailblazers started as a junior college and are now playing Division 1 FCS football. Ken Beazer, the school's executive director of intercollegiate athletics, says playing against the Cougars does wonders for his team's image. But how many more FCS teams should BYU play in the future? Lauren and Cleon get into it on the podcast. Plus, former Cougar QB Marc Lyons talks about Edwards Stadium before it expanded 40 years ago. And cross country runner Brandon Garnica stops by to talk about running, unicycling, and playing Fortnite.

Winter Sports Are Upon Us Nov 09, 2022

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This week's podcast is all about some of the upcoming winter sports. Okay, Lauren and Cleon do talk a bit about whether or not they are believers in the BYU football team after their win at Boise State. Then the two dive into women's basketball with junior forward Lauren Gustin. Later in the show, assistant gymnastics coach Brogan Evanson explains how the Big12 will affect their team and what to expect from this year's team.

The Final Showdown Against a Newer Rival Nov 02, 2022

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BYU's and Boise State's football teams are going in different directions. And after playing for 11-straight seasons, this newish rivalry is also going in a different direction as the Cougars head to the Big 12. BJ Rains of Bronco Nation News joins the podcast to talk about why this has been a successful series between the two teams and which Power 5 conference would be the best fit for Boise State.

The Legacy of LaVell Edwards Oct 26, 2022

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It's been 50 years since BYU hired LaVell Edwards as the head football coach. And what a legacy he has left on and off the football field. This podcast reflects on Edwards' hiring, great games, and the lives he touched. Guests: Gary Sheide - Former BYU Quarterback. Glen Kozlowski - Former BYU/Chicago Bears wide receiver.

Faith, Football, and the Flames Oct 19, 2022

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Having matched up with Liberty only once, the Cougars are looking to move to 2-0 against the Flames this weekend. At Liberty University, there is more to it than just playing football. Lauren and Cleon sat down with Dr. Ed Gomes, Director of Spiritual Development for Liberty Football, and learned what it was like to be more than an athlete. Ed dives into the process of how he got to where he is now and what he does to help out the players on and off the field. The Flames is also a pretty cool mascot. So, Lauren and Cleon discuss their favorite mascots and what they would do differently to rebrand BYU if they got the chance.

Arkansas, SEC, and Walk-Ons Oct 12, 2022

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One of the greatest walk-on college football players was Arkansas offensive lineman Brandon Burlsworth. He eventually earned a scholarship and was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts. Burlsworth died in a car crash before he played a down in the NFL. Brandon's brother, Marty, explains how they still honor Brandon today through the Burlsworth Foundation and Burlsworth Trophy. Lauren and Cleon mention some of their favorite BYU football walk-ons. And with Arkansas playing BYU for the first time, the duo also chat about which SEC teams they'd like the Cougars to face in the future, along with other schools they want BYU to play for the first time.

Prepared to Face the Fighting Irish Oct 05, 2022

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Did you know that legendary Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne taught at BYU? Jim Lefebvre, Executive Director of the Knute Rockne Memorial Society, explains why that came about. But first, Lauren and Cleon talk about the football history between BYU and Notre Dame, if this matchup is considered a rivalry game, and BYU's home away from home Las Vegas.

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