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Trent Pratt: Family First Dec 12, 2023

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Trent Pratt was stressed when named as the interim baseball coach for BYU in 2022. He wasn't thinking about whether he would keep his job but if he could keep his BYU Baseball family together and headed in the right direction. Pratt is now leading the Cougars into their first season in the Big 12 season as the head coach. Pratt details his baseball journey from Tooele, Utah, to the minor leagues to coaching the Cougars. One thing is certain: Pratt could not have done it without his family.

Nate Meikle: Player Turned Professor Dec 05, 2023

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Nate Meikle was not the biggest guy, yet played major college football at BYU. Nate wasn't the brightest guy in high school, but now he's an assistant professor at the University of Kanas' School of Business. So, how did he get that far? Nate shares stories of hard work, hard studying, and relying on God to persevere through tough times.

Big 12 Basketball Media Day Nov 28, 2023

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Jason Shepherd journeyed to Kansas City for Big 12 Basketball Media Days. So, in this unique episode, you'll hear from some of the foes of the BYU Cougars. Guests include Kansas guard Dajuan Harris, Oklahoma State forward Lior Garzon, TCU guard Madison Conner, Cincinnati forward Ody Oguama, UCF women's basketball coach Sytia Messer, and Texas Tech men's basketball coach Grant McCasland.

Mike Hall: Basketball to Football Nov 14, 2023

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Mike Hall's life took a remarkable turn after his days of slamming thunderous dunks for the Cougars. Now, the ex-BYU Basketball star is making a difference by guiding BYU Football players in their personal lives beyond the football field. Moreover, he opens up about his extraordinary journey of embracing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints following his time at BYU and the heartbreaking loss of his youngest daughter.

Spencer Johnson: Step Back, Spring Forward Nov 07, 2023

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Current BYU Cougar, Spencer Johnson, had a very long and difficult journey to get to BYU, which included denying Coach Pope's invite to play for him. He describes this journey as well as what it was like to get mentioned in a General Conference talk by President Russell M. Nelson. He also delves into what it was like to return to Europe—where he served his mission and grew up—with rest of the men's basketball team.

Trent Whiting: From Idaho to Italy Oct 24, 2023

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Trent Whiting's career as a BYU Basketball player was a short one. Now, he's back in Provo as the husband of BYU Women's Basketball head coach Amber Whiting. Trent recounts his basketball journey, which included a stay in Italy as a professional basketball player. He also talks to Jason Shepherd about playing for the Utes, against the Utes, and how he and Amber managed to raise a family of D1 hoopers.

Adam Law: Hitting Life's Curveballs Oct 17, 2023

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BYU Baseball's Adam Law has found his way back to BYU, except not as a player but as an assistant coach for the Cougars. He chats with Jason Shepherd about how his time in Africa as a mental strength coach and playing professional baseball led him to where he is today. He also talks about what it was like growing up as the son and grandson of baseball legends Vance and Vern Law and how he has carved his own legacy.

Nate Austin: Living the Dream Oct 10, 2023

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Nate Austin reunites with Jason Shepherd to delve into his remarkable journey back to BYU as a basketball staff member. They explore Nate's childhood dream of playing for the BYU Cougars, the obstacles he conquered, his career highlights, and how his faith in God played a pivotal role in securing a position on a collegiate basketball staff.

Trent Moser: Killing it on the Court Oct 03, 2023

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Trent Moser of the BYU Men's Volleyball team recently finished traveling to various parts of the world as a member of the nation's best under-21 volleyball team. In this fun-filled episode, he talks about how humbling the experience was to see life outside of the United States and what it feels like to be considered one of the best volleyball players in the nation of his age group. He also talks about life in a volleyball family, choosing to play for the BYU Cougars and his game-day superstitions.

Jordan Tiffany: Staying Afloat Sep 26, 2023

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BYU Swimmer Jordan Tiffany opens up about his intense battle with mental health, which nearly led him to retire from the sport. Having been one of the biggest swim recruits out of Utah that the state had ever seen, Tiffany committed to swim in the SEC at the University of Tennessee, only to quickly realize once he got there that he needed help with his depression. He discusses his journey to and departure from Tennessee and how God miraculously guided him back to swim for the BYU Cougars.

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