Blaise Fields and Abigail Klapatauskas return this fall to change the sports radio game. Known for their intense debates and easy-going banter, they face off in one of the first ever coed sports talk shows. But it's not all yelling and arguing; Mixed Doubles highlights the fun in sports with lots of games and trivia. Blaise and Abigail amplify women’s sports and non-revenue sports by sharing stories and headlines that aren't at the top of your feeds but should be. From the NFL, NCAA, WNBA, NBA and MLB, they cover it all (except tennis), and you won't want to miss a moment!
Every great story must come to an end - even Mixed Doubles. It's graduation week, so it's the final chapter of a show that grew up alongside its hosts. But this isn't a tearful goodbye. Endings offer a chance to reflect, celebrate and anticipate new beginnings, and that's how Abigail and Blaise approach their final show. They make time capsule predictions and guess who said some iconic lines from the Mixed Doubles archives. Thank you for tuning in one last time to Mixed Doubles on KCOU 88.1 FM!- Blaise and Abigail
Blaise and Abigail celebrate Mizzou's Senior Sendoff tradition of running through the six columns by discussing six storylines. Today's topics range from the WNBA preseason to the House vs NCAA settlement to which column they'd draft in a 3v3 tournament.
Blaise and Abigail react to Shedeur Sanders' NFL draft outcome and the PR ramifications of Bill Belichick's interview. Then, you know it, you love it...it's Tiger Time featuring Mizzou diamond sport updates! Stay tuned for the end for some rapid-fire NBA finals discussion.
NFL Draft expert Blaise Fields predicted 12/32 picks correctly so he and Abigail celebrate by recapping all the surprises and strategies from the first round. Then, they fix the CFP format in about 15 minutes!
The hosts celebrate Sportsmania in style with gymnastics and CU jersey retirement discussions and NFL Draft predictions. Then, the gloves come off (respectfully because this is still Mixed Doubles of course)! Stay tuned for their heated debate over whether to shorten the MLB season, the toughest event in T&F and whether Coach Drinkwitz is a "good" coach.
Get ready to cry, cheer and laugh today as the hosts discuss Luka's return to Dallas, the top contenders for the Green Jacket and the baby zombie riding a chicken who's sparking chaos in a movie theatre near you!
Blaise and Abigail tackle a little bit of everything today, from the torpedo bat/bowling pin mania to an FCS coach proposing player buyouts. Then they share their predictions for an unsurprising but exciting Final Four and discuss how Trump's tariffs may impact the sports world.
It's the day before spring break, and all through Studio A, Blaise and Abigail's brackets aren't busted yet, so they're celebrating, yay!But wait, the Tigers lost, so the hosts shed a tear, but one game doesn't discount all their victories this year.
It's a birthday party in Studio A! Celebrate Blaise's 22nd birthday as the hosts rapid-fire through 22 questions in 44 minutes. Topics range from NCAA Tournament dark horse picks to WNBA draft predictions to the best Mizzou softball walk-up songs.
It's a sports op-ed day in Studio A."Are analytics ruining sports?" "What happens to abandoned stadiums?" "How does the Iditarod sled dog race adjust to climate change?" Listen as Blaise and Abigail answer these questions and more!
Happy Valentines Day, dear listeners! First, Blaise and Abigail commiserate and celebrate the Super Bowl. Then, they discuss why the Noah Lyles vs Tyreek Hill race is a win-win for everyone. Later, they struggle to pick a favorite team in the D1 women's basketball standings, but one player stands supreme: JuJu Watkins. Stay tuned to listen to their love letters to sports at the end.
Blaise and Abigail discuss the mysterious reappearance of Uncle O'Grimacey from Sham Rock, Ireland. First, they dive into the Grimace lore, then Luka super fan Kevin Utz joins Studio A to discuss the trade that shocked the sports world. Stay tuned for their Super Bowl preview and predictions.
Once a year, the hosts step aside from sports to discuss the biggest songs, albums and artists of the year with music knower Wyatt Nunn. Enjoy their "Big 4" predictions and dark horse picks after headlines and Tiger Time news.
Blaise and Abigail are back to kick off their final season with a bang. They discuss Ryan "Rally" Day's season, the Dodgers "Evil Empire" and sigh over the NBA All-Star games. Then, they share the best storylines surrounding the AFC and NFC Championships and discuss whether Ben Johnson can save da Bears. Thanks for listening!
Celebrate the holidays with Mixed Doubles! The hosts debate whether Bill Belichick's transition into college football is "merry" or "scary." Then, they rapid fire through "merry" and "scary" Mizzou headlines including the Tigers' upset over that one team from Kansas. Stay tuned for a Christmasy CFP preview with championship predictions. Then, play along with Blaise during "Hallmark Movie Title Trivia." Mixed Doubles wishes you a restful and heartfelt holiday break.
Tune in today as the hosts discuss Lindsey Vonn's return to skiing, Mizzou basketball and the Midwest Cross Country Regional.
Welcome back, Tigers! Abigail and Blaise open with some "warm and fuzzy" headlines, and then they celebrate Mizzou volleyball's victories and vent about the rankings. Their football rivalry week conversation quickly devolves into a reflection of the Tigers' year. Stay tuned for their passionate women's and men's basketball season previews.
Happy Halloweekend, Tigers! The hosts discuss whether some MLB, WNBA and SEC Cross Country Championship headlines are tricks or treats. Then, Abigail and Blaise pick costumes for NBA players. Stay tuned for the end for a semi-sweet candy draft.
It's a bittersweet day in Studio A as the hosts reflect on their final homecoming as students. But, don't pull out the tissues- there's still plenty of excitement as they discuss the Broncos' game, Chiefs fans and the Tigers vs Tigers matchup. Listen to the end to test your Disney movie trivia against Blaise!
You didn't ask, but we answered. Today, Blaise and Abigail break down the purple McDonaldland character taking the baseball world by storm. Who is Grimace? How many Grimaces roam the world? What does Grimace have to do with the Mets and strategic communication? Listen 'till the end to find out. But first, the hosts discuss Robert Saleh's departure and the Steelers' QB room, and they amplify many communities' resilient response to the recent hurricanes.
Howdy y'all! Today Blaise and Abigail travel to Texas (in their imaginations at least) to discuss Missouri's first "road-eo" game vs Texas A&M. But first, they discuss Michael Jordan's lawsuit against NASCAR, Davante Adams' Las Vegas farewell and the MLB playoffs.
On today's show, Blaise and Abigail discuss the disturbing racism targeting WNBA players, and how the league can protect its athletes. After the break, two of Mixed Doubles' most loyal fans join Studio A to talk all things Packers, Brewers, Iowa and Abigail trivia.
Happy Friday, listeners! Blaise and Abigail discuss Tua Tagovailoa's injury and the risks of continuing to play or choosing to retire. After the break, the hosts preview Coach Drinkwitz's Boston College redemption game and discuss the Pac-12's path to resurrection. Stay tuned for the inaugural WORD WORD WORD game.
Abigail and Blaise welcome Columbia Missourian football beat writer Adam Busack, a.k.a. "Bus," to discuss Tiger football and the new SEC injury report guidelines. After the break, they spotlight several paralympians to cheer for in Paris. Stay tuned 'till the end when Bus tries to "Name That Tiger!"
Welcome back to Mixed Doubles! Today, Professor Blaise and Abigail take you through the syllabus for this season. Stay tuned for a curriculum preview where the hosts make wayyy too early predictions for all your favorite fall sports and grade some summer sport stories. You won't want to miss their LinkedIn Mad Libs summer recaps at the end!
Well folks, Blaise and Abigail reached the end of another year at good ole' Mizzou. To celebrate, they preview summer 2024 sports storylines, and Blaise announces a Mixed Doubles spinoff! Then, they recap their best and worst hot takes, predictions and moments of the year. You won't want to miss this trip down memory lane. As always, thanks for listening, and see you next fall!
Hi, hello and welcome back to MD! Today, Abigail and Blaise invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy the chit chat. They cover everything from the WWE, to the Denver Broncos to whether Dip and Dots are the ice cream of the future. Enjoy!
Welcome back! First, Blaise and Abigail share their super early reactions to Taylor Swift's new album. All Swifties and non-Swifties are welcome! Then, the hosts evaluate the renovation plans for Memorial Stadium and swap NBA playoff predictions. Stay tuned for their unhinged and possibly biased NFL Mock Draft!
(From the vault): Today's "Race to the Rings" segment features lively discussion of Nike's new Olympic kits (Yes, the hosts acknowledge these jerseys won't make or break the U.S.' chances to medal. Yes, it's fun to debate anyway). Then, Abigail and Blaise answer some Masters superlatives. After the break, it's the moment Abigail, Blaise and special guest and unofficial WNBA expert Geoffrey Dean have been waiting for: their 2024 WNBA Mock Draft! You won't want to miss it.
It's Sportsmania in Studio A!! The hosts are thrilled to join KCOU Sports' 24 hours of live broadcasts with a special 10 p.m. episode. Join Abigail and Blaise as they count down the top 15 storybook moments and people in Mizzou sports history! You won't want to miss the end when special guests spark more mania on the mics!
Welcome to the chaos, folks! Today, the hosts dissect some "Mad-Libs-esque" headlines and then unpack the SEC women's championship that was nothing short of a movie. Stay tuned for their men's basketball bubble and champion predictions (Hint: Samford fans will have fun). After the break, the Mixed Doubles' TAs grade various NFL teams' free agency moves. You won't want to miss Blaise's swag surfing...unless you don't like the Chiefs.
It's a birthday party in Studio A today! Abigail and Blaise celebrate his upcoming birthday with acrostic poem headlines and a Blaise-themed trivia game with a few surprise guests!
Today's episode has something for everyone! Blaise and Abigail celebrate Caitlin Clark's WNBA decision and recognize the Missouri women's basketball seniors' legacies. They also discuss the teams who may sneak in or barely miss the women's and men's Big Dance. Stay tuned for the end when the hosts swap "ins and outs" lists. They reveal many unexpected opinions about iconic sports movies. Do agree with their takes?
What does it take to be and beat the best? Greatness transcends stats, so Abigail and Blaise set numbers aside. They craft a "Legacy Formula" describing the intangible brilliance that sets Sue Bird, Simone Biles, Michael Jordan, Michael Phelps and other G.O.A.T.s apart. They also discuss the impact of Missouri AD Desiree Reed-Francois' departure in Tiger Time. Thanks for listening!
Before celebrating Caitlin Clark, Blaise and Abigail begin the show by reflecting on the Super Bowl parade. Blaise shares his perspective as a fan who celebrated in Kansas City earlier in the day. The hosts want to extend their deepest condolences to all affected by the tragedy. Everyone deserves to celebrate without fear.
A Chiefs and a Niners fan step into Studio A for the tussle of the century. Meanwhile, a disappointed Packers fan is just here for the Cyclone...and to eat nachos. It's the Super Bowl Tussle featuring KCOU Sports director (and resident California guy) Mickey Doolittle! The team baffles at the crazy ticket costs, swaps matchup strategies and shares bold predictions on and off the field. Listen 'till the end for the Mixed Doubles Trillion Dollar Pyramid Game: Super Bowl edition. Can you guess the last category before Blaise or Mickey do?
(Imagine the Olympic theme song crescendos as your heart swells and your eyes water...) The hosts' "Race to the Rings" segment previews the Olympic Marathon Trials in sunny Orlando. Abigail untangles the qualifying standards, introduces the "Literal Frontrunners" and threats to watch out for in the women's and men's fields. She also shares her favorite athletes' stories you'll want to cheer for. Then, Wyatt Nunn takes the mic to preview the Grammy's with Blaise and Abigail. The two "part-time-music-guys" swap (musical) notes about their favorite artists and predict who'll win the Big 4.
Welcome back to Mixed Doubles mania! Abigail and Blaise are joined by the Caddy Shack crew (Aidan O'Connor, Thomas Campbell and Cam Koffel), and sheer chaos ensues. Listen as they all discuss the NBA All-Star game, Anthony Kim's return to the PGA and NFL championship predictions. Abigail also features the next best sports movie storyline: the TCU women's basketball team's unbelievable season! Stay tuned 'till the end when Blaise and Abigail swap some "hot takes," and send us your own thoughts and opinions!
Welcome back! First, Abigail and Blaise share the PWHL's origin story and discuss its influence. Then, listen to RGIII's Twitter feud with Jay Gruden. After the break, the hosts share their NFL playoff predictions, and Blaise asks Abigail a tough QB question. Stay tuned for women's and men's Missouri basketball Tiger Time and a "We Didn't Start the Fire" spoken word performance from the Bard himself.
Merry ChristDoubles-mas and Happy Host-idays everyone! First, fa la la low along as the hosts evaluate the IST's success. They know they shouldn't dwell on the ghosts of Christmas past, but they can't help but share their grudges against the CFP for bamboozling FSU out of the playoff. Stay tuned for some reindeer games when Blaise and Abigail question Rudolph's value on Santa's roster. You won't want to miss their holiday "ins and outs" list. They wish you a restful, heartfelt holidays with your loved ones! Signing out until next year - Abigail and Blaise
If you feel a little stressed or overwhelmed today, we encourage you to grab a hot coco, wrap yourself in a blanket and take a seat by the "campfire" while Blaise and Abigail relax and share some sports stories! First, they celebrate Missouri volleyball for reaching the NCAA Tournament. You won't want to miss the origin story of the Delaware Fighting Blue Hens. Next, as the flames crackle, they discuss Deion Sanders receiving the Sportsperson of the Year Award and suggest a few runner-up recipients. Stay tuned for their football Power 5 conference championship predictions and Mixed Doubles "Spotify Wrapped" recap. This episode is a cozy treasure you won't want to miss.
Happy Friday Mixed Doublers! The hosts debate whether Craig Counsell's expensive new position with the Cubs can transform the club. Abigail and Blaise also express their frustrations with various Michigan football staffers' roles in the sign-stealing investigation. Stay tuned after the break as Caroline Sweet makes her KCOU debut! She shares her wisdom and analysis on the MLS and Premier League playoffs and NWSL championship. You won't want to miss the end when Caroline and Blaise guess if unusual sports are real or figments of Abigail's imagination!
"Clip it!" Folks, this is one of those episodes! As Mizzou fans prepare for their favorite fall and winter teams to compete in the same week, join the hosts as they untangle the chaos! But first, Abigail and Blaise reflect on the James Harden trade resolution and the player left out of the narrative. Then, the hosts preview the Missouri men's and women's basketball seasons. Question marks loom over each new roster; who will step up? How will the transfer portal turnover affect each team? Finally...the game we've all been waiting for. Missouri vs. Georgia. It's here, and the hosts are nervously awaiting kickoff. Listen to their keys to the game and score predictions.
The boo crew share their first impressions to 1989 (Taylor's Version) before trick or treating their way into headlines. Then, Abigail and Blaise discuss the World Series' underdog matchup. Stay tuned for a "Volloween" recap during Tiger Time and spooky trivia with their boss: Mickey Doolittle!
Happy Homecoming! The hosts celebrate Mizzou's "First and Finest" tradition with Tiger Time and a Mizzou Draft, and they share some favorite "tails" from this week. MIZ!
Welcome back to Mixed Doubles!! First, Blaise recounts his night at the Chiefs game where he unfortunately did NOT see Taylor Swift. Then, the hosts recap Missouri football and volleyball during Tiger Time, and, after the break, Blaise encourages people to stop complaining about the MLB playoff structure. And then...the moment you've all been waiting for... the return of Mixed Mailbag!! Abigail and Blaise answer your burning questions!
Happy Fri-yay! The hosts discuss Joel Embiid's choice to play for Team USA and preview the star-studded WNBA Finals. Then, the hosts take a moment to reflect on Dick Butkus' legacy. Next, you won't want to miss the CFB section when Blaise learns cows are, actually, cows? Stay tuned for the MLB roundup when Abigail waves goodbye to the Brewers' postseason run that ended far too soon.
Welcome back!! Join the hosts on a journey to Rome (where Europe's crushing the U.S.) to Kansas City (where Taylor Swift was "on the bleachers") to the Gans Creek Cross Country course in Columbia (where the Tigers competed to Abigail's excitement). Then, listen as Blaise and Abigail preview the MLB playoffs and predict their champions. Stay tuned until the end when Blaise challenges Abigail to guess sayings Deion Sanders trademarked.
While Abigail visits family, Blaise welcomes Tommy Gleason to the mic! First, Blaise and Tommy tackle some NBA and XFL headlines, and Tommy makes every Chicago-sports reference possible. Then, the guys preview an exciting CFB weekend, including Notre Dame's chances to...win the championship? Stay tuned until the end when they trade NFL opinions and try their best to answer some "Abigail Sports Trivia." *Editor's Note: Abigail's favorite position IS the fullback. She worried that answer would be disqualified for irrelevance, but, in retrospect, she'd like to award them both the point.
Welcome back to Mixed Doubles! Today the hosts talk about the Rocky Mountain Showdown that's drawing national attention and the Savannah Bananas who danced and played their way into the Baseball Hall of Fame! Tiger Time features Missouri soccer, volleyball and football updates, and then the hosts overreact about NFL Week 1 storylines. Stay tuned until the end when one host pours thoughtfulness and intention into her orginal Wordle, and the other host...well, not so much.
It's Football Friday on Mixed Doubles! First, the hosts debate the merit of Noah Lyles' definition of world champions. After Abigail finishes roasting Blaise for the Chiefs' season-opener, the hosts fire through some Missouri sports headlines. Then, the hosts discuss Luis Rubiales as he faces a FIFA suspension and criminal charges. How will this situation affect the future of Spain's national soccer clubs? After the break, the hosts tackle the biggest questions facing each NFL division, and then they recap their first flag football game. Have a great weekend!