Inside Mizzou Athletics

On this week's episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter are back in the studio to visit with one of the most important and interesting leaders in Mizzou Athletics, Will Kava, the staff's Executive Athletics Director / Chief of Student Athlete Services. Will talks about growing up in Hawaii and playing college football at the University of Washington before he embarked on law school and later carved out a career in college athletics. The one-time competitive hula dancer, egg connoisseur and pro wrestling fan shares his thoughts on the current changing landscape of college athletics from the perspective of both a former college athlete and current compliance director. Later, Loretta and Dave reflect on the newly announced Mizzou Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025, their adventure hosting the recent ROARS Awards ceremony and Loretta's half-marathon. (NOTE: We apologize for experiencing technical difficulties with our recording this week)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Brad share the exciting results of Mizzou Gymnastics' record-setting visit to the NCAA Championships in Fort Worth, and catch up with Eric Edholm of NFL.com to discuss where some Mizzou Football players might hear their name called in the upcoming NFL Draft.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the latest episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter visit with Mizzou women's golf coach Caroline Westrup Gaeta, who shares the story of her journey from Sweden to Norway to her newly earned U.S. citizenship. Caroline discusses how her father first put a golf club in her hands, leading to an All-American college career at Florida State and professional experience in the U.S. and overseas, including her inspiring comeback from illness and injury to earn her LPGA card. Caroline details her transition into coaching and her arrival at Mizzou. Producer Steve later quizzes Dave and Loretta from the U.S. Civics Test that Caroline aced to earn her citizenship, while our hosts officially launch their campaign for Best Columbia Podcast of 2026.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter are joined by newly hired Mizzou women's basketball head coach Kellie Harper, who shares the story of her journey from Sparta, Tennessee, to becoming a three-time national championship-winning point guard for Pat Summitt and the Lady Vols. Kellie introduces Mizzou fans to her family and coaching staff and shares insight into how she spent this past year away from coaching. She also explains why Mizzou is the perfect fit for her and her family – and tells one heck of a Michael Jordan story.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mizzou Gymnastics Head Coach (and newly-named SEC Coach of the Year) Shannon Welker joins to discuss all the success his program has had this season... and how to continue it during NCAA competition in Seattle. Later, Matt and Brad get you caught up on everything going on around Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad and Matt preview this weekend's NCAA Wrestling Championships with Mizzou Head Coach Brian Smith and sophomore Cam Steed, break down the Men's Basketball matchup with Drake in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament, and discuss the newly-announced hiring of Kellie Harper as head coach of Mizzou Women's Basketball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Mizzou Football holds its Spring workouts, we check in with a couple of Tigers who featured prominently in the Tigers' bowl game victory - wide receiver Marquise Johnson and kicker Blake Craig - on how things are going, the upcoming season, and a lot more. Later, Brad and Matt get you caught up on everything going on in a busy time for Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter visit with Assistant Athletics Director of Marketing Josh Moore, the man behind the music at Mizzou football and basketball and much more. Josh shares the story of his journey from boarding school in North Carolina, his multiple run-ins with Peyton Manning, his impactful years at University of Memphis and his Mizzou arrival in 2024. What goes into halftime shows and musical choices at men's basketball games? Josh provides a peek behind the curtain on all things Mizzou marketing.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad and Matt talk about the homestretch in the Men's and Women's Basketball seasons, an awesome night for Tiger Gymnastics, an update on the diamonds, and everything else going on inside Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Dennis Gates 02-26-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another Mizzou Gymnastics star has reached the 10.0 summit... Matt and Brad chat with sophomore Kennedy Griffin about what it's like to have a perfect floor exercise, success for her and her Tiger teammates, and the "neat" way Kennedy likes to spend her spare time. Then, a rundown of what's going on across Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter visit with Mizzou tennis coach Bianca Turati to learn more about her journey from Como, Italy, to the real CoMo. Bianca discusses growing up on the Italian tennis courts — and ski slopes — with her twin sister and how they chose to play collegiately in the United States. After a standout college career, Bianca spent two years on the professional tour before following her calling to become a college coach. She discusses landing an assistant job at Mizzou and then unexpectedly becoming the program's head coach. After the interview, Dave, Loretta and Producer Steve Sowers share a lively discussion on Super Bowl parties, bowl rings and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Dennis Gates 02-18-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Robin Pingeton 02-18-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a coast-to-Midwest episode of the podcast, Matt Michaels and Brad Tregnago run down an excellent week for Mizzou Men's Hoops (and a massive game to come this week), diamond sports fully in swing for Softball and Baseball, an SEC weekly honor for some Gymnastics perfection, and much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's edition of the Inside Mizzou Athletics Podcast, we catch you up on Tigers competing in locales from Florida to Hawaii. Plus, Brad Tregnago makes sure Matt Michaels is packing the proper skincare ahead of his trip with Mizzou baseball to Puerto Rico. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Dennis Gates 02-11-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Robin Pingeton 02-11-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the newest episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter visit with their friendly neighbor, Executive Athletics Director and Chief Infrastructure Officer Joe Swingle. Joe, a Missouri native and homecoming king at multiple schools, shares his journey from D-II football to stops across the SEC in administrative positions. He's a Harley Davidson guy, a lover of cinema and a two-time roommate of his current boss. Loretta and Dave also discuss their Super Bowl party plans with some crucial insight from Producer Steve Sowers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mizzou Softball senior catcher Julia Crenshaw joins the podcast to talk about growing up a Tiger fan in O'Fallon, MO, her transition from shortstop to backstop, and the goals for her and her team this season. Later, Matt and Brad review another impressive win for Tiger Men's Basketball, impressive results at the track and the gym, and everything else happening around Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter are joined by Mizzou men's basketball co-captain Caleb Grill, who began the week leading the entire nation in 3-point shooting. The veteran sharpshooter tells the story of his upbringing as the son of a high school basketball coach who starred in multiple sports before a late growth spurt helped him bloom into a Division I basketball prospect. Grill discusses the special relationship he's developed with both Tigers coach Dennis Gates and the Mizzou fan base along with lessons learned from last year's injury-shortened season and how he began to view the game from a coach's perspective – and how that's paying off in his sixth season of college basketball. And for the first time since suffering a neck injury on Nov. 27, Grill talks about the scary moment when he feared his playing career was over – and what he's done since then to flourish in SEC play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mizzou Baseball pitcher Brock Lucas joins the podcast to talk about growing up in the small central Missouri town of St. Elizabeth, his mentality on the mound, goals for his team this season and more. Plus, Matt and Brad recount some great Mizzou Basketball wins, a transformational gift for two Olympic Sports programs, and everything else that's new with Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Dennis Gates 01-28-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Robin Pingeton 01-28-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the latest episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Loretta Jones and Dave Matter visit with longtime Mizzou Sports Information Director and current Mizzou Athletics historian Bob Brendel, the ultimate storyteller when it comes to the Black and Gold. Brendel tells his own story, from growing up a sports fanatic in St. Louis to attending Mizzou and later learning under his mentor, Bill Callahan, one of the pioneers in the industry of college sports communications. Nearly 35 years after the most infamous game in Mizzou history, Brendel recounts his fascinating memories of the “Fifth Down Game” and pays tribute to the Larry Smith era, when Tiger football roared back to life in the 1990s. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad and Matt sit down with five more Mizzou Men's Basketball players - Peyton Marshall, Trent Burns, Marcus Allen, Annor Boateng and Trent Pierce - to learn more about them as individuals and talk about their team's successful campaign. After that, the guys go over everything that's new with Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Robin Pingeton 01-22-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Dennis Gates 01-22-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mizzou Gymnastics' Helen Hu is back in Columbia after thinking her days of competing were over... she talks about traveling the globe with her sister (and learning how to surf in the process), how returning for a friend's wedding led to wearing a Tiger leotard once again, and what her main goal is for her fifth-year season at MU. Later, Matt and Brad recap a huge win at Florida for Mizzou Men's Hoops and get you caught up on everything new with Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk 01-15-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“There's something in them stadium lights … ” In the first “Mizzou Storytellers” episode of 2025, Dave Matter and Loretta Jones visit with rising country music star and lifelong Tigers fan Roman Alexander, the singer and songwriter behind “Missouri On My Mind.” A native of Parkville, Missouri, Roman shares the fascinating story behind his move to Nashville at 18 and how he launched a promising career, from washing cars to selling country music merchandise to building a growing following on Instagram with his soulful voice and catchy country lyrics. Roman's inspiring story is embodied by his stubborn determination to record and release his signature song, which he calls a love letter to Mizzou Football and Mizzou fandom – and has become the opening song to “Mizzou Storytellers.” Loretta and Dave also recap the holiday season, including their own Christmas present mishaps, the bowl trip to Nashville and the winter break that will never end.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad Tregnago talks with Mizzou women's basketball great Sophie Cunningham about her WNBA career, hosting her expanding high school girls' basketball tournament in Columbia, and much more. Matt Michaels joins Brad to go over everything that's new around Mizzou Athletics, and while the weather outside is a little frightful, Brad has a list of wintry basketball players to review.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk 01-08-25See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad and Matt take a look back at Mizzou Football's victory over Iowa in the Music City Bowl, and discuss some key takeaways as the Tigers advance to the offseason. Later, the guys break down the challenge of SEC openers against top teams for the Missouri men's and women's hoops squads, and get you caught up on everything happening around Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Michaels recaps Mizzou football's Music City Bowl win over Iowa on The Wrap Up Show brought to you by The Laborers Union of Missouri. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listen to Mike Kelly's exclusive sit-down with Mizzou quarterback Brady Cook during the Shelter Insurance Pregame Show before the Music City Bowl matchup with Iowa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Music City Bowl Preview Show 12-29-24See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mizzou Football is ready to go bowling! Matt and Brad chat with Nashville Sports Council President and CEO Scott Ramsey about the Music City Bowl, the Tigers' matchup with Iowa, and all there is to do for fans heading to the game. Later, the guys get you caught up on everything going on around Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Brad sit down with longtime Tiger Network personality Chris Gervino to talk about Mizzou Men's Basketball's early success - including a big win over the rival Jayhawks - preview the upcoming Braggin' Rights game against Illinois, dig into the two-year success of Mizzou Football, and more! Plus, an update on everything going on within Mizzou Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Coach Dennis Gates 12-11-24See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tiger Talk with Coach Robin Pingeton 12-11-24See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.