Today, Andy kicks off the new season of the podcast with Jesse Newell of the Kansas City Star. Topics discussed: -What has been the biggest story for you to come out of camp this year? -Can you really blame fans for their lack of optimism about this team? -Does the hiring of Mike Vollmar show that maybe the administrative support for David Beaty hasn't necessarily been there? -Is there a bare minimum number of wins for Beaty to keep his job? -Assuming Beaty doesn't light the world on fire, how big of a hindrance is the $3M buyout to making a change? -Which of your bold predictions do you think is the most likely to happen? Least likely? -What is the biggest area of concern with this team heading into the season, and why is it the offensive line? -How has KU managed to be last in ypg every year since 2010? -Who on the roster is going to be a breakout star this year? 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 @ChasenScott): What is your sushi order? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @WillCorker): If KU wins the National Title this season, is Self a top 10 all time coach? 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.

Today, Andy joined by Fetch to recap the offseason of surprises and look ahead to a stacked basketball team. Topics discussed: -What was more surprising, Legerald Vick returning or Sam Cunliffe transferring? -Sam Cunliffe transferring - was that because he wanted to play right away or didn’t think he was going to be able to get into the lineup in the next 3 years? -Legerald Vick returning. Is there any chance he is going to get as much playing time this year as last year? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @kyledavis21): O/U on T-Rob’s 7.2 min/game for David McCormack this season? -ESPN BPI #1 is Kansas and Big 12. Deserved? -Twitter Q&amp;A (via @kyldavis21): Chances we see an all state-of-Kansas preseason Big 12 first team? -Any likelihood for any players to redshirt? Ochai Agbaji or Mitch Lightfoot? -Way too early lineup predictions. -Rivalry Renewed? Thoughts on it? -Sherron Collins was quoted as saying that he still “hates everything about Missouri”. Do you still feel the same way? -What to expect from the changes to the Summer Recruiting Period. 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.

Today, Andy and Mike are joined again by special guests Ryne McNeely and Fitz from the new hawkjock.com to talk Kansas Football Topics discussed: -Comparing Sheahon Zenger to Historical Leaders: Which parallel is best? -Is this Beaty's last year on the sidelines? And if not, what happened to save his job? -Was Beaty the right KIND of hire to make back in 2015? -Who would have been the right guy to hire back in 2015? -How important is having the right quarterback? -Why has KU been so bad at recruiting, identifying and then improving quarterback play in the years since Reesing? -Can searching for a transfer QB lead to long term success, or do we need to develop a young guy? -What positive developments have you seen over the summer? -Any individual players that you expect to break out next year? 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.

Today, Andy and Mike are joined by special guests Ryne McNeely and Fitz from the new hawkjock.com to talk Kansas Football Topics discussed: -Introducing Fitz and Ryne from the new hawkjock.com. -What brought them to cover KU Football? -Why your own site instead of latching on with another outlet? -What has been your favorite thing to cover since you started? -Surprised by how many people actually want deep coverage of the KU Football team? -State of the Program: How has this worst 10-year stretch in program history affected the fanbase? Recruiting? -Any programs you can look to for hope of getting out of this quickly? -What qualities should KU be looking for in a new AD? -Beaty's hype-ability may have actually been his downfall. 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.

Today, Andy is joined by David to discuss the newest Jayhawks in the NBA. Topics discussed: Any surprises in the selections? Devonte Graham to Charlotte. How will that work out? Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk to the Lakers. How does he fit in? Malik Newman signs contract with the Lakers. Billy Preston hasn't signed yet. Any ideas where he fits? 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.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike to talk about stadium renovations and the timing of the Zenger firing. We also play David's reaction to the firing. Topics discussed: -David's reaction to Zenger's firing. -Speculating as to the reason for the timing of his firing. -Is there an "ideal" time to fire an athletic director? -What is the rationale behind a multi-million dollar renovation now? -Will any of these upgrades actually help the team directly? -Any concern about losing the view in the south end zone? -What are we looking for in the next AD? 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.

Today, Andy is joined by Mike to kick off the summer football season, catch up on the offseason news, and preview some exciting coverage coming up on Rock Chalk Talk. Please note that this episode was recorded prior to the news breaking about the Sheahon Zenger firing. Today's Topics Include: -Anything encouraging from the Spring Game? -Talking Miles Kendrick and the QB competition. -Will Corione Harris start? If he doesn't, who's to blame? -KU 2017 Defensive Quiz. -Dorance Armstrong drafted in the 4th round by the Dallas Cowboys. -Jayhawks in the NFL. -Programming Preview: 100 Days To Kansas Football. -Matt Baty and blaming fans. -Recapping successful postseasons for Women's Tennis and Men's Golf. 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.

Today, Andy rounds up the gang to talk about the surprise firing of Sheahon Zenger, and what it means for David Beaty and the football program this year. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.