Best Stat Cast Podcasts (2026)

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Rams Regrets, Stat Padford Takes, Lions Last Three, Hype, and More! 34:26

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20d ago34:26

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On this episode of the Detroit Koolaid Cast we talk all things Detroit Lions. DRINK IT INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! #DetroitKoolaidCast #Lions #Podcast #OnePride @DerekOkrie & @ChopsInTheD on Twitter Podcast Platforms: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Breaker Castbox Google Play Music Anchor Overcast Pocket Casts PodBean RadioPublic Stitcher Detroit …

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Williams & Blum: Iowa State loses ugly at Kansas, portal season coming to a close 45:00

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Chris Williams and Jake Brend dive into Tuesday night's disaster at Allen Fieldhouse. Was it a fluke? Portal season is coming to a close over the next few days. Looking around the Big 12 and more, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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CF POSTGAME: No. 2 Iowa State thumped at Kansas 27:37

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Chris Williams and Rob Gray react to No. 2 Iowa State's first loss of the season, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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DAILY CLONE: Kansas Preview, Handling the Phog, Preparing for Peterson 9:33

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On Tuesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend breaks down No. 2 Iowa State's matchup with the Kansas Jayhawks. Hear what T.J. Otzelberger, Tamin Lipsey and Killyan Toure have to say about handing the atmosphere at Phog Allen Fieldhouse and preparing for a matchup with Darryn Peterson. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more abou…

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Episode 158: Portions of FIFA World Cup to Stream on TikTok, NFL/NBA Viewership Stats, News Roundup from Dish, WBD, Disney, and Versant 49:53

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This week, we discuss news that FIFA has partnered with TikTok to allow select media partners to live-stream parts of matches from the FIFA World Cup, with limited details on what exactly that means. We also review the latest viewership numbers for NFL and NBA games across Netflix, Peacock, and Prime Video, while noting that ESPN (Disney), CBS (Par…

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Let Him Cook: Cyclones Still Undefeated and Take on Kansas in Big Road Test 1:03:17

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Dylan Coon and Nigel Dyson break down Iowa State’s 2-0 week and look ahead to their matchup with the Kansas Jayhawks. The boys also take a look around College Basketball and why there is so much parody in the sport today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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DAILY CLONE: Slow Starts, Halftime Adjustments and Foul Trouble 7:04

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On Monday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend reports from Ames following Iowa State Men's Basketball's availability ahead of their game at Kansas. Brend reports on the the recent slow starts, how they overcome them with halftime adjustments and the plan to address recent foul trouble. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn …

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Williams & Blum: Massive week looms for men’s hoops; How good can football be? 1:07:50

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Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss Iowa State men’s basketball’s 16-0 start. The Cyclones are about to be the No. 2 team in the country, traveling to play an unranked Kansas squad that will be desperate. The women lose Addy Brown for a substantial amount of time. What does that mean? Finally, with a seemingly great start to portal season, how good…

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CF POSTGAME: No. 11 Iowa Stats falls to West Virginia 14:56

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Lea Nelson and Chelsea Poppens react to No. 11 Iowa State's third-straight loss, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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CF POSTGAME: No. 3 Iowa State handles Oklahoma State 20:15

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Jake Brend and Aiden Wyatt react to No. 3 Iowa State's victory over Oklahoma State, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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DAILY CLONE: Friday Portal Update, Tamin Chasing Monte, Oklahoma State Preview 10:02

4d ago10:02

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On Friday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend provides a transfer portal update as Jimmy Rogers and his staff hit 37 commits on Friday afternoon. Brend also finds the parallel between Tamin Lipsey and his childhood idol Monte Morris. Plus, T.J. Otzelberger previews Oklahoma State and talks about the 1986 team coming back to Hilton Coliseum. Presented by Cycl…

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2026 Lions Free Agents - Stay or Go, Yes or No, Plus Funny Takes 23:07

4d ago23:07

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On this episode of the Detroit Koolaid Cast we talk all things Detroit Lions. DRINK IT INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! #DetroitKoolaidCast #Lions #Podcast #OnePride @DerekOkrie & @ChopsInTheD on Twitter Podcast Platforms: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Breaker Castbox Google Play Music Anchor Overcast Pocket Casts PodBean RadioPublic Stitcher Detroit …

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The Beat Reporters: Baylor recap, trouble for WBB, transfer portal evaluations 53:13

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Jake Brend, Rob Gray, and Ben Hutchens recap Iowa State’s gritty win over Baylor, highlighting the full-circle growth of Tamin Lipsey. Then the three express their concern for Bill Fennelly’s squad and the tough road ahead before evaluating Jimmy Rogers’ 2026 transfer portal class. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Your Big Poker Dream Needs a System: Here's Mine #572 9:58

5d ago9:58

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Welcome to 2026 Poker Peeps! This year you'll become the player who can achieve your poker dreams. Setting SMART goals, and taking daily action, will build the habits you need. Let's set your 2026 journey on fire... ganbatte! Daily Action Newsletter: https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/dailyaction

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CF POSTGAME: No. 3 Iowa State beats Baylor in rock fight 24:27

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Chris Williams and Jake Brend react to No. 3 Iowa State's road win against Baylor, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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CF POSTGAME: No. 11 Iowa State stunned at Cincinnati 15:58

2h ago15:58

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Lea Nelson and Chelsea Poppens react to No. 11 Iowa State's loss to Cincinnati, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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DAILY CLONE: Interview with Braden Awls and a Wednesday portal update 13:13

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On Wednesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend is joined by Toledo transfer safety Braden Awls to discuss his commitment to Iowa State, following Ross Watson, his expectations and more. Plus, Brend gives a Wednesday portal update. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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Williams & Blum: Portal madness, Big 12 hoops, and more 1:03:42

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Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to all the portal action before diving into Cyclone hoops and more around the Big 12. Getting into the issues of college sports. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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BENEDICT Buzzer Beater Dubski, New Year Same Hype, Off-Season Plans, and More! 54:59

5d ago54:59

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On this episode of the Detroit Koolaid Cast we talk all things Detroit Lions. DRINK IT INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! #DetroitKoolaidCast #Lions #Podcast #OnePride @DerekOkrie & @ChopsInTheD on Twitter Podcast Platforms: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Breaker Castbox Google Play Music Anchor Overcast Pocket Casts PodBean RadioPublic Stitcher Detroit …

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DAILY CLONE: Tuesday portal update, building inside out, Baylor MBB preview 10:52

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On Tuesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend gives a portal update on everything that happened before 5 p.m. on Tuesday. Chris Williams shares his thoughts on Jimmy Rogers' strategy of building his team from the inside out. T.J. Otzelberger previews No. 3 Iowa State's matchup with the Baylor Bears.Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. L…

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Let Him Cook: Iowa State's Win over WVU and Looking at Opening Weekend in Big 12 1:01:48

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Dylan Coon and Nigel Dyson break down Iowa State’s win over West Virginia and look ahead to their game against Baylor. The boys also took a look around the Big 12 in the opening weekend of conference play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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DAILY CLONE: Meet Monday's portal commits, new special teams staff, Batemon finding confidence 9:31

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On Monday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend recaps the crazy Monday afternoon in the transfer portal, Jimmy Rogers has his special teams staff and Jamarion Batemon's confidence is rising at the right time. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Victory Monday, Down Goes Benedict, #FTB 19:15

7d ago19:15

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On this Monday Morning Koolaid Packet, the Detroit Koolaid Cast talk all things Detroit Lions. DRINK IT INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! #DetroitKoolaidCast #Lions #Podcast #OnePride @DerekOkrie & @ChopsInTheD on Twitter Podcast Platforms: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Breaker Castbox Google Play Music Anchor Overcast Pocket Casts PodBean RadioPublic …

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Williams & Blum: The QB room is set, putting Milan's season into perspective 1:00:34

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Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss Iowa State's now complete quarterback room for the 2026 football season. There are a ton of moving parts in the portal, and we attempt to connect them for you as much as possible. Iowa State basketball travels to Baylor on Wednesday night for its second true road test of the season. All this and more, presented b…

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CF POSTGAME: No. 3 Iowa State takes care of West Virginia in Big 12 opener 14:43

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Chris Williams reacts to No. 3 Iowa State beating West Virginia in its Big 12 opener, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Episode 157: Year-End Wrap Up; Review of NFL Streams on Christmas and ESPN's Data-Enhanced MNF Telecast 27:56

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This week, I wrap up the year with a review of NFL streaming during the holiday week across Netflix, Prime Video, ESPN and Peacock, with no major QoE issues reported. I also highlight ESPN's data-enhanced MNF telecast, featuring a well-designed stats overlay that was informative and not obtrusive. Finally, I wrap up with a few news items from Amazo…

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DAILY CLONE: Big 12 reputation takes hit, Rogers finalizes offensive staff, WVU preview 11:56

4d ago11:56

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On Thursday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend explains the damage Texas Tech's Orange Bowl loss did for the future of the Big 12, Jimmy Rogers finalizes his offensive staff and Brend previews Iowa State's Big 12 opener against West Virginia. Presented by CycloneFanaticShop.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Beat Reporters: Audi's path to NPOY, latest from the portal, and hoops draft 47:42

5d ago47:42

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Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray dive into the latest portal news and all the superlatives for Iowa State departures. What has to happen for Audi Crooks to win NPOY? Drafting the best Big 12 basketball teams and more presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Only Poker Commitment That Actually Works - Crush 2026 #571 5:35

13d ago5:35

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I am dubbing 2026, the Year of Taking Action. As you know, one of my favorite sayings is “Action is the greatest teacher.” Make 2026 the year you play and study poker with real purpose. Do that consistently, and it will be your best poker year yet. Get Daily Action Steps by joining the Smart Poker Study Newsletter: https://smartpokerstudy.com/daily…

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CF POSTGAME: No. 10 Iowa State throttles Houston 15:27

7d ago15:27

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Lea Nelson and Jake Brend react to No. 10 Iowa State's 80-62 victory against Houston, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Williams & Blum: Portal news, Otz's student-athletes, and conference hoops 44:53

7d ago44:53

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Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss all the portal action for Iowa State and what to expect from the Cyclones as we head into 2026. Otzelberger makes a statement about his student-athletes. Looking ahead to conference hoops and more courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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DAILY CLONE: 10 New Year's Resolutions for Iowa State in 2026 11:34

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On the final Daily Clone of 2025, Jake Brend shares 10 New Year's Resolutions for Iowa State Athletics in 2026. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Depressed Intro, Viks Rant, Bears Bold Prediction, Off-Season, Draft, Hype, and More! 54:42

6d ago54:42

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On this episode of the Detroit Koolaid Cast we talk all things Detroit Lions. DRINK IT INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! #DetroitKoolaidCast #Lions #Podcast #OnePride @DerekOkrie & @ChopsInTheD on Twitter Podcast Platforms: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Breaker Castbox Google Play Music Anchor Overcast Pocket Casts PodBean RadioPublic Stitcher Detroit …

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DAILY CLONE: ISU MBB sets GPA record, future Cyclones face off, Jimmy Rogers finalizes support staff 8:11

6d ago8:11

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On Tuesday's Daily Clone, T.J. Otzelberger starts his postgame press conference with a five minute statement about his team's performance in the classroom and what their GPA record means to the program, future Cyclones square off in a big time high school game and Jimmy Rogers finalizes his support staff. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest…

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Let Him Cook: Look Ahead to the Big 12 Season, Tiers Lists, and Big 12 POTY Rankings 1:03:27

7d ago1:03:27

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Dylan Coon and Nigel Dyson discuss Iowa State’s 89-61 win over Houston Christian. The boys also talk about their Big 12 tier rankings and Big 12 POTY candidates going into conference play. All of that and more on Let Him Cook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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DAILY CLONE: Transfer Portal Update, Primetime Purdy, Otz on Depth, Scott Drew Drama 15:19

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On Monday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend updates the current state of the transfer portal and how Iowa State's roster could look in a month. Plus, Brend breaks down Brock Purdy's performance on Sunday Night Football, shares what T.J. Otzelberger said about his team's depth and discusses why Baylor's Scott Drew's is in the national spotlight. Presented b…

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Williams & Blum: The roster rebuild starts now 1:02:55

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Chris Williams is joined by Jake Brend and Jackson Pence today to discuss Iowa State football's rebuild after the transfer exodus after the last week. Our guys dig into a massive haul of freshmen who will be entering the program. What will the quarterback situation look like for Jimmy Rogers in year one? Plus, the Big 12 has gotten significantly we…

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InCYde Zone: Recapping everything that has happened with Cyclone Football 56:05

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Jacqueline Cordova takes Jirehl Brock, Colin Newell, and Jake Remsburg through all the ups and downs of the last month of Cyclone Football. Where to now? Presented by Wyffels Hybrids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Bula Bula Loss To Smug Steelers, REF RANTS, Playoff Chances, Christmas Viks DUB, Koolaid Hype, and More! 50:29

13d ago50:29

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On this episode of the Detroit Koolaid Cast we talk all things Detroit Lions. DRINK IT INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! #DetroitKoolaidCast #Lions #Podcast #OnePride @DerekOkrie & @ChopsInTheD on Twitter Podcast Platforms: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Breaker Castbox Google Play Music Anchor Overcast Pocket Casts PodBean RadioPublic Stitcher Detroit …

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DAILY CLONE: Jon Heacock Retires, Discussing his Legacy with Tyson Veidt 10:59

13d ago10:59

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On Tuesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend shares the news of Jon Heacock retiring after 43 years of coaching. Brend speaks with former linebackers coach and current Cincinnati defensive coordinator Tyson Veidt about Heacock's legacy, the invention of the 3-3-5 defense and more. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about y…

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Episode 156: The Problems With AI; Instagram TV; NFL's Exclusive Xmas Games; Recap of Prime Video, YouTube TV and Netflix News 49:30

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This week, we highlight the NFL's distribution strategy during the Christmas holiday, with five games played, none of which will be broadcast nationally on broadcast TV, during some of the year's largest viewership windows. We cover the news that Instagram is launching an app for TVs, rolling out first on Amazon's Fire TV devices in the U.S. and su…

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DAILY CLONE: Moberly staying home, Milan's key to success, Kenzie Hare's moment 7:58

14d ago7:58

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On Monday's Daily Clone with Jake Brend, quarterback Connor Moberly announces that he's staying in Ames, Tyler Roehl is officially named offensive coordinator, Milan Momcilovic shares the key to his rise to the best three-point shooter in America and Kenzie Hare gets her moment. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Lea…

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Williams & Blum: The transition sucks, but better times are ahead 1:02:13

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Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss Iowa State football's current situations with players exiting the program following Matt Campbell's departure to Penn State. The pair look ahead to better times ahead, and explain why Rocco Becht moving on might not be the worst thing for both parties. In our Big 12 segment, Williams & Blum discuss the importance…

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CF POSTGAME: No. 10 Iowa State defeats Kansas at the buzzer 12:34

15d ago12:34

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Lea Nelson and Chelsea Poppens react to Iowa State's last-second victory over Kansas, courtesy of Karl Auto Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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Rocco Becht hits the portal: Cyclone therapy with CW 11:03

17d ago11:03

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Rocco Becht has announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal for the 2026 season. Cyclone Fanatic publisher Chris Williams has immediate reaction here in a "therapy" session for fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Williams

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DAILY CLONE: New WR coach, ISU managing target on their back, KU WBB preview 8:11

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On Friday's Daily Clone with Jake Brend, Jimmy Rogers reportedly has his new wide receivers coach, T.J. Otzelberger and Tamin Lipsey talk about what they learned about playing the 2024-25 season with a target on their back and Bill Fennelly previews his team's Big 12 opener against Kansas. Presented by CycloneFanaticShop.com in the Northwest Bank S…

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Lions vs SMUG Preview, Hype, Playoffs, Kool-Aid!!!! 18:11

18d ago18:11

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On this Friday Morning Koolaid Packet, the Detroit Koolaid Cast talk all things Detroit Lions. DRINK IT INNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN! #DetroitKoolaidCast #Lions #Podcast #OnePride @DerekOkrie & @ChopsInTheD on Twitter Podcast Platforms: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Breaker Castbox Google Play Music Anchor Overcast Pocket Casts PodBean RadioPublic …

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The Beat Reporters: Key player retentions for Rogers, path to AP No. 1, and Cyclone wish list 59:58

18d ago59:58

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Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray dive into who some key players are that Iowa State Football should try to keep out of the portal. Who is the top priority? Discussing a potential path to ISU Hoops being No. 1. Going through wish lists and more. Courtesy of Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Executive Interview: Tiledmedia's Founder Discusses the Latest OTT Multiview Offerings and Technical Implementations 37:00

19d ago37:00

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Rob Koenen, Founder and CBO of Tiledmedia, the company that built the multiview player for F1, joined me for a detailed conversation about the latest multiview deployments across the OTT industry. Rob and I discuss the different technical approaches to building multiview functionality, the trade-offs of each, and the challenges of delivering multiv…

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DAILY CLONE: Why the cinderella story still matters, a rant with Jake Brend 16:43

19d ago16:43

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On Wednesday's Daily Clone presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery, Jake Brend addresses Fox analysts Joel Klatt's comments about wanting to get rid of the cinderella story. Brend rants why everyone deserves a seat at the table and why that's good for college athletics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…