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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S02E46: Time to Digest
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch and Kyle for the post-mortem of the basketball season, and discuss all the strange things that have happened in the last few weeks. Topics discussed: -Most Memorable Moment from the season? -How much did this Final Four mean to this program? -Did the Final Four game really affect the feedback Udoka is going to get in the NBA Draft Process? -Any surprise from Malik Newman and Lagerald Vick declaring, and how successful will they be as a pro? -Which player that is leaving are we going to miss the most next year? -FBI talk. -Do you think Silvio plays next year? -Romeo Langford isn’t coming, but what about Joe Cremo? -Who had the better career, Frank Mason or Devonte Graham? -Fetch’s bold prediction. -Kyle talks David McCormack -Andy’s “bold” prediction. 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. 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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S02E45 - Levels of Insanity (Final Four Edition)
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch and Kyle to recap the incredible run to the Final Four. Topics discussed: -What was the insanity like where you were watching that game? -Does the Clemson game have any lessons for us? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @nickrush11): How in the world did we outrebound the best rebounding team in the country by 15 rebounds while we are one of the worst rebounding teams in the country? -Did Bill Self outcoach Coach K? -The Big 12 was the perfect preparation for the tournament. -Recapping the rest of the Big 12’s runs. -Final Four storylines. -Comparing Kansas and Villanova statistically. -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @BernardHawk): What’s the difference between Villanova from two years ago to now? Same for KU. -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @BryanBombardier): Will Mitch get to play or will he hang out in the Martini Room? (also via @thejabbas and @levivogtman) -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @nameerbaker): Who guards Brunson, who guards Bridges, and is Spellman being able to draw Dok out on the perimeter canceled out by Dok being able to take Spellman inside? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @mikevilleKS): Who gets more minutes, Dok or Silvio? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @JonnyOrlansky): Is this like the Rockets-Warriors of college basketball? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @SKCBensa): Will Kansas win? -#DebateMinute 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. 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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S02E44 - Small Sample Size Be Damned
Today, Andy and Fetch recap the crazy first weekend, and look ahead to what is yet to come for Kansas. Topics discussed: -Craziest game of the opening weekend? -Were you ever worried that Kansas was going to lose that game against Penn? -Surprised that Udoka Azubuike came into the Penn game? -Standouts from the opening round. -Any worries about the Kansas defense moving forward after that Seton Hall performance? -Devonte' Graham's ability to contribute without scoring. -Toughness vs Good at Defense. -Offense is more important in March than defense. -Does Clemson's blow out over Auburn make them more intimidating? -Clemson Scouting: 3-point shooting, fouls, rebounding, turnovers and blocks. -Giving Syracuse any chance over Duke? -Looking ahead to a potential game against Duke. -Kansas can't match up with Duke's big men. -The Big 12 finally had a good opening weekend in the tournament. -Big 12 team with the best chance to move on. -Updated Final Four picks 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. 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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S02E43 - See You in April
Today, Andy and Fetch are joined by Jesse Newell of the Kansas City Star to wrap up the Big 12 tournament and preview the NCAA tournament. Topics discussed: -What does Silvio De Sousa’s emergence in the Big 12 tournament mean for this team going into the NCAA Tournament? -Any chance Kansas gets away from the 4-guard lineup? -Worried about Penn’s 3-point prowess, both on offense and defense? -Penn as a 16 isn’t egregious. -Kansas and Motivation in the NCAA Tournament. -Which 2nd round matchup would you rather have? -How well can we compensate for Udoka Azubuike if he is out? -Would you rather face Duke or Michigan State? -General thoughts from around the bracket. -#HotTaek (Not going to spoil it here). 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. 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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S02E42 - The Common Sense Step
Today, Andy and Fetch are joined by Scott Chasen of the Lawrence Journal World to wrap up the regular season and talk about the Big 12 Tournament. Topics discussed: -The Oklahoma State game didn't mean anything. -How competitive will the Big 12 Tournament be? -Big 12 Bracketology -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @mikevilleKS): Kansas or the field in the Big 12 Tournament? -Official Big 12 Tournament picks. -Any surprises in the Big 12 postseason awards? -What's up with Vick? -POY criteria (conference and national) -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @DavidStatGuy): Who would win in a pickup game - Devonte' Graham or Bill Brasky? -#OscarsMinute -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @RockChalkBlog): Would you rather fight one Udoka Azubuike-sized duck or 75 duck-sized Udoka Azubuikes? 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. 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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S02E41 - All 35 TV Sets
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch to talk all the recent Kansas Basketball developments. We also find out that we are both bad at Kansas geography and how to get your curling fix after the Olympics. Topics discussed: -Takeaways against Texas Tech. -Kansas is uniquely positioned to overcome bad performances by one or two "key" guys. -Takeaways against Texas on Senior Night. -Clay Young for the year. -Red uniforms -Udoka Azubuike had a monster game. -KU guys that could leave early in the offseason -Previewing Oklahoma State -Resting for the NCAA Tourney? -Recapping the careers of Svi and Devonte' Graham. -Hard to imagine next year with no clear cut leader to take over. -#CurlingMinute Links mentioned in this episode: http://www.tesn.us *Big 12 Tournament Seedings and Clinching Scenarios 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. 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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S02E40 - Channeling Your Inner Skip Bayless
Today, Andy is joined by Steve and Kyle to talk about the two big wins for Kansas this week, and the final stretch of Big 12 play. Topics discussed: -Overall takeaways from the WVU game? -Rebounding problem is "fixed" -"Press Virginia" causes many fouls to not be called on both ends. -Devonte' Graham busts out of his slump. -Udoka Azubuike was dominant. -Trae Young didn't live up to the hype in his only trip to Allen Fieldhouse. -Lockdown defense is making the difference again. -Graham doesn't get the credit he deserves. -Texas Tech lost to Oklahoma State right before facing Kansas. Does that change your thoughts on Saturday's game? -Keenan Evans didn't play well in the first meeting, but neither did any KU player except Graham. -Tech's defense is awesome, but their offense is not. -Talking Texas on Senior Night. -How will Kansas acknowledge -Last time that Kansas lost on Senior Night? -Any chance that Graham gets consideration for Big 12 POY or National POY? -#OlympicMinute 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. 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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S02E39 - No Way I Can Fault Him
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch and special guest Carrington Harrison to talk college basketball. We got the Missouri and SEC stuff out of the way early and spent some time taling about how you can't count against Kansas until they actually lose the conference title. Topics discussed: -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @fizzle406): Is Porter playing this season and if he can, should he? -Has any league been crazier than the SEC this year? -How can we improve the Big 12/SEC Challenge? -Is KU having a motivation issue, or is it really a depth issue? -These players can't lose playing time. How is that affecting their play? -Who does @cdotharrison have in the Big 12? -Fetch finds a way to talk about his favorite Jayhawk ever. -Favorite Olympic Sport? -Takeaways from the Baylor and Iowa State games -Looking ahead to the next 3 (vs West Virginia, vs Oklahoma, @ Texas Tech). -#OverloadedOlympicMinute 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. 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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S02E38 - Completely Undone
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to look for anything positive to take out the latest KU National Signing Day class. Topics discussed: -Recap the class: who signed today? -Surprise signing in LB Kenny Bastida -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @FitzDaddy85): Do you think the JUCO route will work for Beaty? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @SammyEngelson): Is there any reason to think that this JUCO heavy class will work out any better than the #DreamTeam signed by Weis? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @nikesccr03): Why haven’t we gotten many recruits from Texas in this recruiting class? -Any optimism for next season? -Tayber Witt "signs" with the team thanks to @GoTeamIMPACT 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. 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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S02E37 - On The Road Again
Today, Andy is joined by Steve and new RCT writer Kyle Davis to be shocked by Kansas against Oklahoma State and winning against TCU despite some poor performances by key guys. Topics discussed: -Kansas vs Oklahoma State - WHAT!?!?!?!? -Is the mystique of Allen Fieldhouse gone this year? -Dok was a monster, except on the glass. -Vick, Garrett, Lightfoot: Who was the bigger disappointment? -Benching Vick: Justified? Effective? -Thoughts on the 2-big lineup look? -Svi and Newman both had bad games. Are you more concerned about both being off or encouraged that we still won? -Rest of the race: WVU beating OU, Texas vs KSU an elimination game? Can we finally eliminate anyone? -Looking ahead: @ Baylor and @ Iowa State.  Concerns, previews, etc? -#OlympicMinute 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. 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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S02E36 - Getting Tired
Today, Andy is joined by Steve to talk about the last week and a half of Big 12 basketball, including big performances by the Jayhawks and holding onto the league lead. Topics discussed: -After watching Trae Young against Kansas, are you buying into the hype? -Managing Dok's playing time -Takeaways from the Kansas win over Texas A&amp;M in the Big 12/SEC Challenge. -Do we really need the depth of Sam Cunliffe and Silvio De Sousa? -Does the SEC win in the challenge actually mean anything? -What stood out from the win at Kansas State? -Should the zone be a regular thing for this team? -Road wins and conference-wide fatigue -Malik Newman has completely turned it around. -The decline of Lagerald Vick isn't completely unexpected. -Mitch Lightfoot - unsung hero. -The conference race - any changes in when Kansas has sewn it up? -West Virginia doesn't look like a serious contender anymore. -Big 12 teams in the NCAA Tournament -#OlympicMinute - 5 non-Americans to watch -Talking the next 4 games. 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. 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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S02E35 - Hack-A-Dok
Today, Andy is joined by David to talk about the state of the Big 12 race after a close win against Baylor. Topics discussed: -How does Billy Preston signing in Bosnia affect the outlook for this team? -Is anyone to blame for the situation? -Did the "perfect week" change who can compete for the Big 12 title? -Texas Tech is still a good team despite losing Zach Smith. -Is this KU team set up to always play a close game? -Hack-A-Dok -Will all the close games be beneficial come tournament time? -Do we evn care about the Big 12/SEC Challeneg matchup against Texas A&amp;M? -Looking at the next 4 games. -Oklahoma's defense -At what point is the conference race over? 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. 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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S02E34 - Playing The Long Game
Today, Andy is joined by Steve to talk about two huge wins in the Big 12 race. This episode was recorded on Tuesday, January 16th, prior Oklahoma losing at Kansas State and Texas Tech losing at Texas Topics discussed: -Craziest part of the sports weekend. -Takeaways from Kansas State -Is Svi still setting the tone for the team? -Silvio De Sousa finally see the floor. -Any officiating complaints against West Virginia? -Azubuike and the foul situation: bad calls and sitting him. -KU on the defensive end. -Driving inside -Defending Carter -Dominated on the inside. -Revisiting our Big 12 race thoughts. -The conference depth will help to overcome any surprising losses. -Previewing the next 4 games. -Three KU recruits named McDonald's All-Americans. -#SkeletonMinute -#LugeMinute -#BobsledMinute 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. 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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S02E33 - Two Breakout Performances
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch to talk about two huge Big 12 games for Kansas. Topics discussed: -Takeaways from TCU/Iowa State -Lightfoot's surprising contributions. -Lack of production from Azubuike. -Svi lighting it up on offense, but struggling on defense. -Vick hits the wall. -Fatigue in the second half defense (h/t Jesse Newell) -Graham is used to lots of minutes, not so much for anyone else. -Huge improvement for Newman. -Previewing Kansas State and West Virginia -The Big 12 race. -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @ChasenScott): How sad is it that I just got that #FreeBilly is a play off of #FreeWilly? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @JonnyOrlansky): Why are we the only program that has to deal with the eligibility "crap"? -Dorance Armstrong declares for the draft. -#CrossCountrySkiingMinute 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. 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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S02E32 - It's Been A Long Time
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch to talk about the first two Big 12 games for Kansas. Topics discussed: -Takeaways from the Texas game? -Why does Kansas drive the wrong guys right into shot blockers? -Udoka Azubuike and injuries. -Texas Tech and effort level. -Current depth issues both cause concern and give hope. -Eligibility update -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @JayhawkTalk): R we a football school? (Is this the end of KU's dominance atop the Big 12 standings?) -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @gimmethewooby): If the streak does end, who wins the title? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @twocoach): When was the last season that Kansas had two double-digit losses at Allen Fieldhouse? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @TroyWestRadio): Has Bill Self mismanaged this roster? Should he take into account that we are going to have 1 suspension each year? -How similar is this team to last year's team? -TCU Preview -#SkiJumpingMinute -#NordicCombinedMinute 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. 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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S02E31 - My Lot in Life
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to talk about KU's newest football recruiting class. Topics discussed: -How did KU do in the Early Signing Period? -Comparing positions of seniors lost to incoming recruits. -Do we expect any of these recruits to make an immediate impact? -Lots of juco recruits. -Does this recruiting class address the team needs? -Is getting Corione Harris as the first ever ESPN Top 100 player the recruiting version of beating Texas? -What was the recruiting strategy? -#CollegeFootballBowlMinute 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. 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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S02E30 - Sign Me Up
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch as they wrap up non-conference play and look ahead to the start of the conference season. Topics Include: -Takeaways from Nebraska and Nebraska-Omaha games -Svi is still a streaky 3 point shooter. -Are we still worried about depth for this team? -Who loses time when De Sousa/Cunliffe/Preston take minutes? -What to make of this Texas team? -Keys to the game against Texas. -Revisiting the Big 12 Conference race predictions. -When does not having De Sousa/Preston put the Big 12 title streak in jeopardy? -How important is getting to #14? -#BiathlonMinute -#HockeyMinute -#OlympicMinute 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. 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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S02E29 - At Risk
Today, Andy is joined by Steve to talk about a disastrous week for KU Athletics. Topics discussed: -Quick wrapup of the Women's Hoops week. -Is it time to panic after two straight losses? -What was the main issue against Washington? -Depth issues -Was the loss to Arizona State really that surprising? -Lack of toughness for this team? -Previewing Nebraska -Big 12 title streak in trouble? -Where is the Malik Newman we thought we were going to see? -Mitch Lightfoot is starting his career like Landen Lucas -Is there any blame for this situation on Self's recruiting strategy? -Football recruiting: Devonta Jason decommits -#CurlingMinute -Previewing upcoming articles. 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. 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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S02E28 - Busy Time
Today, Andy is joined by Jill to talk about the end of the volleyball season and the surprising undefeated start for the women's basketball team. Topics discussed: -KU Volleyball's disappointing end to the season. -Looking ahead to next season. -What does the volleyball offseason look like? -KU Women's Basketball still undefeated. What has lead to the hot start? -Impressions from the game against Arkansas. -Looking ahead to tonight's Nebraska game. -What's unique about coming to support the women's team? 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. 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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S02E27 - Complementing The Zone
Andy is joined by John Cassillo of Troy Nunes Is An Absolute Magician, the SB Nation site that covers Syracuse. They preview Saturday's game. 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. 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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S02E26 - Pulling Out the Record Books
To celebrate episode #50, Andy is joined by Fetch and Jesse to talk about the ridiculous performances so far by Kansas Basketball. Topics discussed: -Have you ever seen an offense like the one for Kansas this year? -Is the defense really this good? -Kansas doesn't get to the line very often. -Can the defense continue to turn teams over at this pace? -KU "Small Ball" isn't that small. -Marcus Garrett is a surprising glue guy -Udoka Azubuike's rebounding numbers are backwards -How effective will the Syracuse zone be against the Jayhawks? -Previewing the overall matchup for Saturday. -Is there a legitimate reason to keep Zenger and Beaty? 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. 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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S02E25 - Day Number 3000
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to wrap up the football season and talk the NCAA Volleyball tournament. Topics discussed: -Kansas Volleyball in the NCAA Tournament -Disappointing loss to West Virginia -Kansas Football inept against Oklahoma State -Steven Sims Jr. and Gabriel Rui the only bright spots from the game. -Zenger's statement immediately after the loss. -Zenger is a master wordsmith. -Our commenters saw this coming back when Beaty was hired. -Upcoming NFL/transfer decisions will show how the players really feel about the staff. -What needs to happen next year to give Beaty year number 5? -Wishing we were talking about a coaching search. -Craziness surrounding Greg Schiano 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. 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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S02E24 - No Place For That In College Sports
Today, Andy is joined by Grad and Derek to talk about a new low in the embarassment that is Kansas Football and the high flying basketball team Topics discussed: -Baker Mayfield vs Kansas: How stupid is the controversy? -Is this just another sign that Beaty's leadership isn't effective? -Mangino's competitive fire is missing from this staff. -Kansas defense played well for most of the first half. -Offense left tons of points on the field. -Kansas Basketball against South Dakota State: Did you get to watch the game? -Has Svi embraced the role of go-to guy? -Other positive developments from the game? -Marcus Garrett has the looks of a major contributor. -Preview of the Thanksgiving week. -#HotTaek: Texas Southern will challenge Kansas on Tuesday -#HotTaek: Clay Young will average 10+ minutes a game (I accidentally said "points", but I definitely meant "minutes") -What are you thankful for in Kansas Sports? 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. 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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S02E23 - Dirty Work Stuff
Today, Andy is joined by Fetch to recap the Kentucky game and all the Basketball news. -Kentucky vs Kansas: Athleticism vs Experience? -Surprise leaders for Kansas -Billy Preston sat out again. -Silvio De Sousa and the rotation. -Quentin Grimes commits to Kansas. -Next year's rotation. -Kansas volleyball swept in Austin. -Kansas Football to face Oklahoma on senior Night. -#CricketMinute -KMCI picks up all remaining Jayhawk Network games. 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. 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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S02E22 - Acknowledge You Have A Problem
Today, Andy is joined by Mike to talk about the failure at Texas, the demolition of Tennessee State, and to preview an exciting Champions Classic matchup. Topics discussed: -Kansas vs Texas recap. -David Beaty avoiding the question about the 45-game road loss streak. -Inability of this coaching staff to take criticism and show accountability. -Impressions from the season opener. -Marcus Garrett looks poised to be a difference-maker this year. -Kentucky's struggles before the Champion's Classic. -Big Kentucky Recruiting classes are so routine and boring. -Baylor Volleyball is on fire, Kansas can't compete without Madison Ridgon. 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. 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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