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Band Administrator & 90's Alum Kathy Ford Jun 30, 2023

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It's been a little bit, but John and Tim are back to end off Season 3 with a fantastic, sparkling, positive guest - the Operations Manager of the Hawkeye Marching Band and Band Administrator, Kathy Ford! The always uplifting Kathy shares about her time in the HMB in the early 90s and the role she now plays within the HMB. Kathy tells of her first year marching in the Rose Bowl with the Sudler Trophy, the Holiday Bowl, the buzz on game day between practice & the rec show, the bucket list opportunities she gets in her current position, and the wonderful students and staff she gets to work with.
Homecoming registration is OPEN! Sign up today at foriowa.org! We hope to see you October 7th for the 50th Year of the Alumni Band!

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media

Drum Major Christian Frankl Apr 07, 2023

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March Madness has come to an end, the Women's Basketball Team has enjoyed an historic season, and John and Tim are joined by Drum Major of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Christian Frankl. Christian shares his journey from Ames High to the HMB, his love of the alto saxophone section, quest to become drum major, and the many memories he's made along the way.

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media

10's Alum Eric Jaffe talking Iowa Pep Band Feb 07, 2023

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Happy New Year! Down & Off is back and celebrating Big Ten Basketball and Pep Band with sousie player Eric Jaffe. Jaffe talks about his time in the Hawkeye Marching Band, bowl memories, and all the Pep Band games and songs trips and chants and general shenanigans. From free throw distractions like STROKE!, to sousie horn movements, yelling at the players, Johnny B, White Castle Express, STICKER-GATE, "Give him the chair!!!", and partying with the Stanford Band (From the Big Ten Network, here's the special on the HMB, Getting Ready for the Boom!)
Iowa vs. Gonzaga ESPN Recap - "The Iowa band didn't have any doubts, shouting "neutral site" as the clock wound down."
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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Flag Guard - 80's Alumni Sherry Marek, Ann Costello Miksch, & Donna Walton Dec 19, 2022

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Down & Off is back and celebrating 50 years of Women in the HMB with three outstanding guests, Hawkeye Marching Band Flag Guard Captains & Staffers from the 80's, Sherry Marek, Ann Costello Miksch, & Donna Walton. They share their experiences being in the HMB, the special relationship between the silks and the sousies (the Association of Silks & Sousies), how they developed routines, so many favorite memories, and much more.
UIowa Color Guard Club - on Instagram @uiowacolorguard
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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Dave Woodley Tribute Episode Nov 03, 2022

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This episode will be very different from our previous ones. As many of you know by now, our Hawkeye Marching Band family lost one of our greatest legends, Dave Woodley, who passed away on the morning of May 21. He was an HMB member, Drum Major, Assistant Director, and the 9th Director of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band. Dave also led the marching bands at the University of Louisville and Indiana University during his career.
The overarching theme of this podcast series – based on our visits with several guests who have spanned many periods of the HMB’s modern era – is that HMB is family. At a time like this, we wanted to bring this family together to remember Dave, honor his accomplishments and talents and share stories and memories of him. As a family, we are heartbroken over his passing. He leaves a huge void in HMB lore, and we would be remiss if we didn’t take time to show our appreciation, respect and love for Dave and his tireless work for this family.
On this episode, we will be visiting with Dr. Eric Bush, Dr. Timothy Todd Anderson, and Arlene and Andy Houk who offer their thoughts and memories of Dave and what he meant to them and to the Hawkeye Marching Band. We close with a recording of "There Are Giants Among Us" by the Indiana University Wind Ensemble, conducted by Rodney Dorsey, and arranged by Dr. Timothy Mahr.
It is our way of saying “thank you” to him for all he did for us.

80's Alumni Arlene & Andy Houk Oct 13, 2022

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Down & Off Episode 3 comes to you from across the Atlantic, all the way from The Hague! John and Tim are delighted to be joined by Arlene & Andy Houk, who reminisce on their time in the "Golden Era" of the Hawkeye Marching Band (Andy's words) in the early Fry Era. They share their story of growing up in Ottumwa, joining the HMB, Andy joining the pep band in the old Field House, bowl trips and road trips, so many friendships, and their connection to the HMB after graduation. Come see them at Homecoming 2022!
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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Dr. Bush & Jeff Sebille - State of the HMB & Homecoming Preview 2022 Aug 31, 2022

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Week Zero is behind us, it is officially footba- marching band season, and John and Tim have the honor of sitting down with Hawkeye Marching Band Director Dr. Eric Bush and Director of the UIowa Alumni Bands Jeff Sebille to get a preview of the HMB's season and Homecoming festivities!
First, Dr. Bush runs down the shows and trips for the year, highlights leadership with Golden Girl Ella McDaniel and new Drum Major Christian Frankl & SLUGS & TAs, talks about the size of the band, what the generosity of the alumni has meant to the band, and plans for the future.
Around the 50 minute mark, Jeff Sebille shares his excitement for Homecoming 2022 and walks through logistics of the day, from the Thursday night Homecoming Reception, through the Parade, the Post-Parade Picnic, and onto Game Day festivities including accommodations and the Hancher Lot Parking Shuttle. Keep an eye on your email and the University of Iowa Alumni Marching Band Facebook page for more updates and coverage of Homecoming provided by Craig Brown!
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Speaking of, check out the Hawkeye Marching Band on all of their socials as well...
Facebook - University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band
Instagram - @HawkeyeMarchingBand
YouTube - Hawkeye Marching Band
Twitter - @HawkeyeBand
Official HMB Website - For updates, auditions, apparel, giving, news, media, and the people
Iowa Alumni Band Facebook Page
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

80's Alum Jose Gallardo Jul 13, 2022

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Tweet tweet! Twee-ee-eet! And Let's Go Hawks!!!
John and Tim are back with Season 3 of the Down & Off Podcast! Season 3 kicks off with a wonderful guest from the 80's, the oft-mentioned Jose Gallardo steps into the studio to visit with John and reminisce on memories from the 80's under Dr. Morgan Jones. Topics run from Jose's transition from Regina HS to the HMB, favorite shows, trips to Northwestern & Michigan & the Rose Bowl & Holiday Bowl, to favorite traditions and lasting friendships.
John and Tim remind the audience to prepare for Alumni Band at Homecoming 2022 on October 29th. (Editor's Note: Alumni Band registration is live! Check your email or the "University of Iowa Alumni Band" page on Facebook for the registration link.
Speaking of, please don't forget to like and subscribe to the Hawkeye Marching Band on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, any and all social media platforms!
As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Golden Girls Kylene Spanbauer & Ella McDaniel Apr 18, 2022

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Basketball season now behind us, behind schedule co-hosts John and Tim are out with an overdue episode, having the privilege to talk with Golden Girls Kylene Spanbauer and Ella McDaniel. They talk about their year together, the unique situation of having two Golden Girls on the field, working together and with Amanda, Kylene's past years, Ella's future, and a little roasting of Dr. Bush.
Speaking of, please don't forget to like and subscribe to the Hawkeye Marching Band on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, any and all social media platforms!
As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

90's Alum Craig Brown Feb 07, 2022

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Happy New Year from John and Tim as they have the privilege to talk with new Alumni Hawkeye Marching Band Board Member and Social Media Extraordinaire Craig Brown. Craig talks about his journey from Fairfield, Iowa to the HMB Drum Line, his band memories from Michigan and Northwestern, time under Dr. Jones, graduation and meeting his wife Katie Newkirk, almost getting married in Kinnick, his family, his time as a broadcaster and pastor, and so much more.
Go and like the "University of Iowa Alumni Band" page on Facebook for official videos and posts from the University of Iowa Alumni Bands!
As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

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