Rock Chalk Podcast

Hosted by Andy Mitts, the Rock Chalk Podcast brings you all the news about the Kansas Jayhawks. From interviews with beat writers, players and coaches to recaps and previews of football and basketball games, get everything you need to know about KU. Part of the Ten12 Podcast Network.

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S03E26 - Always A Weapon
Today, Andy is joined by Steve to recap both games from the last week, against Stanford and Wofford. Topics discussed: -Biggest storyline from the games. -Insane depth -What was the problem against Stanford? -Is this just a second half team? -Devon Dotson: Most important guy on the team? -Udoka Azubuike injured. -Other Wofford takeaways. -Football staff updates -#JrHockeyMinute -New Mexico State preview. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Steve on Twitter: @phogfc We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E25 - First Impressions
Today, Andy is joined by Smacker Miles (yes, THAT Smacker Miles) to talk about coming to Kansas and what Jayhawk fans can expect from Les. Then, Fetch joins to talk about the NIT Season Tip-off. Topics discussed: Smacker: -Impressions of Kansas -What was it about the job that sold the position? -How long before the official announcement did you know he was taking the job? -Did you enjoy the flight watch as much as the rest of us? -Has Les ever tasted turf? -Any mixed feelings during the KU-UT game? -Planning on coming to Kansas as well? -What does Les bring to the table that Kansas fans can look forward to next season? Fetch: -Any surprises from those two games? -Defensive numbers. -Marquette's hot and cold spells. -Slow starts for KU. -Gonzaga-Duke -Tennessee Thoughts. -KJ Lawson vs Charlie Moore - who plays more? -Marcus Garrett on defense. -Impressive showing of Devon Dotson. -#CFLMinute Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Smacker on Twitter: @smackermiles Follow Fetch on Twitter: @peachbasketss We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E24 - Fits His Style
Today, Andy is joined by Gerald Goodridge, Host of Longhorn Republic, to preview the Texas game. Topics discussed: -Any concern about some minor enthusiasm for Kansas this weekend? -Turnover concern? -How worried about the upset? -Surprises in the Big 12 -Where has this team developed to make this Big 12 run possible? -Sam Ehlinger: Slow progression or flip of a switch? -How does Texas handle Pooka? -Breckyn Hager -Predictions Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Gerald on Twitter: @ghgoodridge Follow Longhorn Republic on Twitter: @LonghornPod We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E23 - No Reason To Doubt
Today, Andy is joined by Steve Fetch and Mike Plank to recap the Oklahoma game, discuss the Les Miles hiring, and preview the NIT Season Tip-Off during Thanksgiving weekend. Topics discussed: -Oklahoma game: exactly as planned? -Moral Victories. -What can Les Miles do to help this team? -Overall impressions of Les Miles. -Recapping the Vermont and Louisiana-Lafayette games -Worried about Dedric Lawson? -Previewing Marquette -Looking ahead to Tennessee. -Any games on the schedule that have lost their appeal? -Shake up in the Big 12 expectations. -#FCSSportsMinute Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Steve on Twitter: @hapyfestivus Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E22 - 100th Episode Spectacular
Today, Andy celebrates 100 episodes by packing in as much content as possible. We have 4 great guests giving us interesting topics abound, and the return of one of our favorite features: Grad's Hot Taek Hyperbole cannon. Topics discussed: KUVball and KUWBBall with Jill Dorsey-Hall (0:01) -How is the team looking going into year 4 -#ToughAndTogether -Big time talent coming into the program -Key games to watch -What happened to KU Volleyball after the hot start? -Wasn't this supposed to be a rebuilding year? -Key games to close out the season. KU Football with Scott Chasen (0:24) -Airport Camping -Coach search updates -Analyzing the K-State game. -Emotional game and lost composure. -Mavin Saunders: Most hilarious penalty ever? -Expectations against Oklahoma. KU Basketball with Carrington Harrison (0:51) -Adidas trial fallout -Champions Classic: More about Duke or Kentucky? -Champions Classic: Why is Michigan State in this thing? -Duke vs Kansas for best team in the nation. -Does anyone challenge Kansas for the Big 12? -Comparing Allen Fieldhouse to other Big 12 venues. Hot Taeks with Grad (1:26) -Kansas Football record next year -Kansas Basketball record this year -Silvio De Sousa's eligibility. -Pooka Williams awards. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Jill on Twitter: @jilldorseyhall Follow Scott on Twitter: @ChasenScott Follow Carrington on Twitter: @cdotharrison Follow Grad in the comments on Rock Chalk Talk. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E21 - Foot Off The Gas
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch to recap the Champions Classic, and then Grant Thome of the EMAWdio Podcast joins us to talk KU-KSU. Topics discussed: Fetch -Keys to a dominant first half. -Dedric Lawson has a "bad" game. -Kansas let up in the second half. -Should Duke be #1 in the polls? -Devon Dotson on defense. -Previewing Vermont and Louisiana. -KU Football coaching search. -#SoccerMinute Grant -Was Kansas State expecting to be this bad this year? -Is this/should this be the end of the Bill Snyder era? -How is recruiting being affected? -What edge does KSU have in this game. -KSU passing game. -How will KSU handle Pooka Williams and Khalil Herbert? -Most important matchup of the game. -Predictions. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Fetch on Twitter: @moops Follow Grant on Twitter: @GTCat_EMAWdio We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E20 - Sums Up David Beaty's Tenure
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to talk TCU, ISU and David Beaty getting fired. Then, Steve joins to talk Kansas basketball exhibitions and preview the Champion's Classic against Michigan State. Topics discussed: -Did either the TCU or ISU game tell you anything about this team that you didn’t already know? -What do you make of the David Beaty firing? -Joe Dineen’s comments about fan support. -Is Kansas State declining towards KU depths? -Why David Beaty got fired - previewing some upcoming articles. -Takeaways from the exhibition games. -Dedric Lawson -Udoka Azubuike -KJ Lawson -Quentin Grimes -Charlie Moore vs Devon Dotson -Lagerald Vick -Marcus Garrett -Scouting Michigan State. -Previewing the Champion’s Classic. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS Follow Fetch on Twitter: @moops Follow Rock Chalk Talk on Twitter: @rockchalktalk We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E19 - Wasn't Going There
Today, Andy is joined by Levi Stevenson of Wide Right Natty Lite to talk about the upcoming game against Iowa State. Warning: There are a few instances of strong language in this episode. Topics discussed: -Quick recap of TCU. -Beaty is NOT safe (or even close) -Roller coaster of a season to start. -How worried are you about Matt Campbell leaving for another coaching job? -Defensive game? -Big play ability of both teams. -Most entertaining matchup. -Who wins the turnover battle? -How excited are you for basketball this year? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Levi on Twitter: @widertnattylt We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E18 - Singlehandedly Responsible
Today, Andy recaps the Texas Tech game, and then is joined by Geoff Mitchell of The FrogCast to preview the game against TCU. Topics discussed: -The offense didn't play any better against Texas Tech -The defense played pretty well. -Mike Lee is a monster. TCU Preview -How are the TCU fans dealing with this season? -What happened to this team? -Is the change at QB a good thing for TCU? -Deep passing threats and running woes. -Source of the defensive problems. -What is the most important matchup in Saturday's game? -How worried are you about this game? -Turpin no longer with the team. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Geoff on Twitter: @TheFrogCast_TCU We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E17 - Dragging Ourselves Back To Football
Today, Andy is joined by Seth Jungman of the Texas Tech site Staking the Plains to preview this Saturday's Texas Tech game. Topics discussed:-Overall impression of the season so far? -QB injury situation. -How concerned are you about the QB situation against this Kansas? -What guys stand out on offense? -Is this defense any good at all, or just fortunate in the last few weeks? -How strong is the front 7 for TTU? -How crazy is the Big 12? -How optimistic are you for Texas Tech in terms of competing for the Big 12 title? -Rivalries. -Predictions. -Basketball talk. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Seth on Twitter: @sethc_j Follow Staking The Plains: @stakingtheplain We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E16 - Up And Down The Roster
Today, Andy is joined by Steve Fetch of Rock Chalk Talk and Jesse Newell of The Kansas City Star to preview the upcoming Kansas Basketball season. Topics discussed: -Surprised by the Doug Meacham firing? -Adidas Trial -Starting Lineup -Ranking the contributors. -How comparable are KJ Lawson and Marcus Garrett? -Best Non-conference game. -Toughest two-game stretch? -How much does the defense improve? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Fetch on Twitter: @moops Follow Jesse on Twitter: @jessenewell We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E15 - Tug Of War
Today, Andy is joined by Ryne to recap the first half of the Kansas Football season, discuss the bye week developments, and try to project what we can expect to see in the second half of the season. Topics discussed: -Takeaways from the first half of the season. 3rd in fumbles -Pooka Williams and his hot start. -Surprised that David Beaty still has his job? -Tug of War on offense between Beaty and Doug Meacham. -How does Jeff Long allow this move? -Anything you are looking forward to for the rest of the year? -Will Carter Stanley play again this year? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Ryne on Twitter: @hawkjock_ku We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E14 - Makes A Statement
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to recap the West Virginia game. Topics discussed: -Strong turnover performance by the defense. -How much of that was Will Grier playing poorly, and how much was the defense playing well? -QB Carousel returns. -Anything positive to say about the offense? -David Beaty's postgame reaction. How much to read into it. -Mike and Andy completely mess up the timing of the Hassan Defense "incomplete pass" that should have been a pick, courtesy of the ESPN play-by-play. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E13 - The Big 12 Needs Kansas To Be Decent
Today, Andy is joined by Bart Keeler of The Smoking Musket to preview tomorrow's game against West Virginia. Topics discussed: -Perfect opponent for Homecoming? -Who besides Will Grier will we hear a bunch about on Saturday? -How do you attack the West Virginia defense? -Is running inside or outside more effective? -How might the defense potentially disrupt West Virginia’s offense? -What would have to happen for Kansas to keep this close? -Predictions. -Kansas has improved. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Bart on Twitter: @bartimusprime19 Follow Smoking Musket on Twitter: @smokingmusket We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E12 - Beaty's Best Hope
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to recap a surprising game against Oklahoma State. Topics discussed: -What surprised you more, Carter Stanley starting or the fact he played so well? -Did the OL actually play better, or was Stanley just making them look better? -Does Carter Stanley get the starting nod the rest of the way? -David Beaty’s best hope to keep his job. -Disappointed in Pooka’s performance? -Steven Sims big game. -Root of the defensive secondary problem. -Lack of defensive pressure. -Lessons learned to take into West Virginia. -Any chance Kansas State is worse than KU? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E11 - The Tape Doesn't Lie
Today, Andy is joined by multiple guests to recap the Baylor game and preview Late Night in the Phog and the Oklahoma State game. Topics discussed: Baylor Recap with Mike: Worst part of the Baylor game? Worried we won’t see Miles Kendrick again this season? Timeout usage Late Night with Kyle: 2 Chainz: Good selection? What do we expect from this scrimmage? Lagerald Vick Post matchups. Quentin Grimes Oklahoma State with Mitch: Expectations for Oklahoma State coming into the year? Early season Oklahoma State results. Justice Hill vs Pooka Williams How does the offense run? Any concerns about turnovers? How can Kansas compete in this game? The OSU defensive line. Concerns about the Kansas defense? Prediction. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister_brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS Follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleDavis21 Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MichaelPGift and @tapedoesntliepd We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E10 - Out Kansas-ing Kansas
Today, Andy is joined by to recap a surprising win against Rutgers and what it means for this team. He is then joined by David Fankhouser to look ahead to the Baylor matchup Topics discussed: Rutgers with Grad: -Biggest surprise from the game. -How did this happen? -Just how bad is Rutgers? -Will David Beaty ever NOT have a game where he thinks about going for a 4th down, call a timeout, and then punt/kick? (h/t @TJFsports) -Defense: Is it this good or just really lucky? -QB play: Any improvement possible? -Conventional wisdom says Kendrick should be the starter and the run game should replace the dink and dunk passes. But will the coaching staff follow conventional wisdom? (h/t @gimmethewooby) -Pooka for Heisman? -PFF Focus: Pooka, Mike Lee and Bryce Torneden on the national team. -How many wins would it take for Beaty to get another year? (h/t @SuttonNealKU) -Is Kansas the worst team in the Big 12 right now? -Will Kansas break the conference road losing streak this year as well? -Looking ahead to Baylor, how competitive do you think this game will be? KU-Baylor with David: -How has Matt Rhule dealt with the trying circumstances of his position? -How big was the lost recruiting class in the wake of the scandal? -Did the first couple of games affect expectations for this team? -Given the performance against Duke, how worried are you about the Kansas defensive front? -Importance/likelihood of turnovers. -How will Baylor handle the trio of running backs for Kansas? -Other critical matchups for this game. -Predictions. We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E09 - Hang For A Half
Today, Andy is joined by Josh Klingler of 610 Sports and the IMG Sports Network to talk Kansas Women's Soccer, and by David Anderson of On The Banks to talk about the Kansas-Rutgers Football game this weekend. Topics discussed: Kansas Women's Soccer with Josh: -How did you get involved with calling the games? -Was this team expected to be this good? -Katie McClure and Grace Hagan -Sarah Peters in Goal -Differences between the college soccer game and more familiar versions of soccer. KU-Rutgers with David: -What have you seen from Rutgers this year that might make you think they are trending up? -Is Art Sitkowski expected to play? -Evaluation the Rutgers program the last few years. -Surprised by the betting line? -Biggest keys to the game. -Predictions -Is this game going to be as painful as everyone expects? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Josh on Twitter: @joshklingler Follow On The Banks on Twitter: @OTB_SBNation Find On The Banks at www.onthebanks.com You can visit David's personal site: www.bigdippin.com We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E08 - Having a Good Time
Today, Andy is joined by Mike Plank to talk about a once-in-a-lifetime occurence, witnessing a road win in person. Topics Include: -How did you celebrate? -Biggest star from the game. -Joe Dineen Jr on the PFF National Defense Team for Week 2. -Any concern that Steven Sims Jr and Khalil Herbert weren't more involved? -Evaluating the QB play. -Pooka Williams continued availability questions -Any changes in your expectations? Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E07 - Topsy Turvy Upside Down
Today, Andy is joined by Steve Fetch to talk basketball schedule, and James Jimenez of Hustle Belt to preview the Kansas-Central Michigan game. Topics Include: CMU preview -What’s different about this team from last year? -Lessons from CMU-Kentucky game. -CMU Defensive Line play. -Kansas Offensive line woes. -Any other important matchups? -Tony Poljan as a dual-threat QB. -Predictions. Basketball schedule -Anything weird in the conference schedule? -Difficult stretches? -Surprise teams in the Big 12 this year. -Big Monday/College Gameday appearances Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Steve on Twitter: @moops Folow James on Twitter: @AVKingJames and @HustleBelt You can catch the other Hustle Belt coverage of the MAC at www.hustlebelt.com We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-talk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E06 - The Most 'Bedazzling' One
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to recap the season opening loss against Nicholls State. Topics discussed: -Any surprise from the game? -Twitter Topic (via @loganzane512) -Areas of improvement -Areas of regression -Twitter Topic (via DMeredith28): Game management -Which Beaty game management decision was the worst? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via KCHoulton): Why does Beaty think KU should be the only team in the FBS to start an immobile QB? Also is it bad that said immobile QB is also inaccurate? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @KCDave85): Why can’t we just #FireBeaty before the next game and use an interim? -Twitter Topic (via @Orey222): Triple option -Destroying the “Emmet” fan. Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikevilleKS We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rctsbn@gmail.com or on twitter @rockchalktalk. You can find us on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-talk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support" rel="payment" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support</a> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E05 - This One Should Be OK
Today, Andy is joined by David to preview the Nicholls State game. Topics discussed: -Are you looking forward to this game? -Anything specific about Nicholls State that worries you? -How conservative are you expecting Kansas to be in this game? -Who is the most important player for Kansas in this upcoming game? -Overall tone of the game? -Worst/Best case scenarios. Over/Under: -QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5) -Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5) -Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5) -Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5) -Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5) Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain Follow David on Twitter: @DavidStatGuy We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E04 – We Haven’t Seen It Yet
Today, Andy is joined by Grad to break down some NCAA Basketball news and try to bring some sanity back to the Kansas Football season predictions. Topics discussed: -Thoughts on the RPI being replaced? -Anything about the new metric (NET) that you don't like? -Bender as the QB? -Do you see any improvement for the offensive line? -How will the nonconference schedule go? Over/Under: -QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5) -Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5) -Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5) -Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5) -Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5) Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E03 - A Six Win Club
Today, Andy is joined by Jill Dorsey-Hall to preview the volleyball season and Clayton Trutor of Down the Drive to discuss his shocking Big 12 predictions. Topics discussed: Jill Dorsey-Hall on Volleyball: -Strengths of the team this year? -How well are they replacing the big pieces they lost from last year? -Brutal non-conference schedule. How well is this team equipped to handle the tough slate? -Strength of the Big 12 conference. Clayton Trutor on Big 12 Predictions: -What made you think that Kansas would be able to get 6 wins? -Potential Offensive Prowess and the QB race (this was recorded before Kansas named Peyton Bender as the starter). -Breaking down the full predictions - WVU at 1, TCU at 9, ISU at 10. -Is this the year the bottom falls out for Texas Tech? Follow Jill on Twitter: @jilldorseyhall Follow Clayton on Twitter: @ClaytonTrutor Check out Clayton's predictions here: https://www.downthedrive.com/2018/8/15/17687614/clayton2018cfbpreviewpart2big12big10 We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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S03E02 - A Very, Very, Very Positive Guy
Today, Andy is joined by Scott Chasen of Phog.net to preview the Kansas Football season -Phog.net and recruiting coverage -Biggest story to come out of camp this year. -Biggest area of concern heading into the season. -Can you blame the fans for not being optimistic this year? -The hiring of Mike Vollmar -Bare minimum number of wins for Beaty to keep his job? -Breakout player this year. -How big is the loss of Kezelee Flomo? Over/Under: -QBs to start a game for Kansas this year? (2.5) -Steven Sims TD receptions (9.5) -Khalil Herbert 200+ yard games (2.5) -Times that Kansas is losing by less than 10 points at the half (4.5) -Punts on 4th and 1 (11.5) -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @jessenewell): What is the most underrated advanced stat? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @fizzle406): Who is on the Mount Rushmore of people named Scott? -What has been your favorite story to write since starting at Phog.net? Miles Kendrick: https://247sports.com/Article/Kansas-football-QB-competition-Miles-Kendrick-eager-to-disprove-stereotypes-120591991/ Peyton Bender: https://247sports.com/Article/KU-footballs-Peyton-Bender-learned-valuable-lesson-from-suicide-of-Washington-State-QB-Tyler-Hilinski-120565856/ Chayse Todd: https://247sports.com/Article/Thats-my-why-KU-football-target-2019-3-star-OL-Chayse-Todd-inspired-by-mother-118483217/ We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Find us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rock-chalk-podcast/id1294906568?mt=2 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support" rel="payment" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/rock-chalk-podcast/support</a> See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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