Morning Monster Podcast

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Golf Channel's Brentley Romine to talk about ETSU heading to the Reno Regional in the NCAA Championships, the job that Aaron O'Callaghan has done in year one, and what they're going up against.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of May 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Golf Channel's Brentley Romine to talk about ETSU heading to the Reno Regional in the NCAA Championships, the job that Aaron O'Callaghan has done in year one, and what they're going up against. Then it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of May 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with K.D. Bowen, owner of studio sponsor Fanatics 101. Then, they take listeners calls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of May 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the Big Orange Caravan tonight. Then, they talk about Bill Belichick and everything surrounding him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of May 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee assistant coach Rod Clark leaving for Indiana and them picking up commit from France. Then, Jacob talks about what Josh Heupel had to say about the possibility of hiring a general manager for Tennessee football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of VolQuest, to talk about Tennessee football and men's basketball in the transfer portal and what could still be out there for them, how well Kim Caldwell has done this offseason, and where Tennessee baseball goes from here after a tough April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 30, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the additions for ETSU's men's basketball team in the transfer portal and what the roster looks like heading into next season at this point. Also, he hits on why the loss of Jakobe Thomas for Tennessee hits differently than others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 30, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the additions that Tennessee made in football and basketball on Tuesday in the transfer portal. Then, he is joined by Brent Hubbs, of VolQuest, to talk about Tennessee football and men's basketball in the transfer portal and what could still be out there for them, how well Kim Caldwell has done this offseason, and where Tennessee baseball goes from here after a tough April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 30, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about some Rick Barnes comments at the Tuesday night stop on the Big Orange Caravan in Memphis about NIL. Then, Josh Heupel talks about the addition of Joey Aguilar. Finally, Jacob talks about the official announcement of South Atlantic Conference member Limestone University shutting down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 30, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps ETSU baseball's dominant victory over UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Then, Tennessee head baseball coach Tony Vitello talks after the Vols victory on Tuesday over Northern Kentucky and Jacob then recaps some changes to the lineup for Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 29, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Warren Moon giving Cam Ward #1 jersey for the Titans and Abdul Carter being interested in #56 with the Giants. Then, whether or not the ACC should shorten their conference basketball schedule from 20 to 18 games? And it is then time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 29, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Quinn Ewers going in the seventh round and whether he made a mistake in going to the NFL Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 29, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Kentucky's plan to change their athletic department into an LLC. Then, they talk about Shedeur Sanders going in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 29, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee signing Jake Merklinger to a new deal. Then, he talks about Alberto Osuna putting another motion in to court for eligibility. Also, Tennessee safety Jakobe Thomas has set visits with Florida State and Miami. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Buck Reising, of 104.5 The Zone, to talk about the Titans draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Austin Cindric's win at Talladega and the fact that there was not a lot of passing late in the race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Austin Cindric's win at Talladega and the fact that there was not a lot of passing late in the race. Then, Jacob is joined by Buck Reising, of 104.5 The Zone, to talk about the Titans draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Kentucky turning their athletics department into an LLC. Then, whether or not a court case in New Jersey may actually spin the tires on NCAA eligibility rules. Also, Austin Cindric wins at Talladega despite upsetting a teammate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Shedeur Sanders' drop in the NFL Draft, why teams passed on him, and the outcry over it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about former ETSU quarterback Jaylen King transferring to Florida State. Then, Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello's comments to the media on Sunday following loss at LSU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps the first round of the NFL Draft and previews what may be coming up in night two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about whether there is a problem for Tennessee when it comes to NIL and the transfer portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps the first night of the NFL Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend recapping the first night of the NFL Draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the latest reports around Nico's exit at Tennessee. Then, will Cam Ward work out with the Titans? Finally, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, Fanatics 101, owner K.D. Bowen. Then, they are joined by Tanner Cook the director of the Trojan Timing Classic at Kermit Tipton Stadium on Friday night in Johnson City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk through the Titans plans on drafting Cam Ward with the number one pick tonight and what that could mean for the future of the Titans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks through the latest article from ESPN about Nico Iamaleava's exit at Tennessee. Then, a judge denies the House settlement for the NCAA once again. Finally, ETSU transfer quarterback Baylor Hayes finds a familiar coach at his next landing spot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of VolQuest, to talk about Joey Aguilar transferring to Tennessee, latest in Tennessee basketball recruiting, and Tennessee baseball trying to respond on the road at LSU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about why college basketball players with no eligibility, like ETSU's John Buggs III, went into the portal earlier this week. Then, comments from SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey and a threat by Arkansas athletic director Hunter Yurachek brings into question, can schools hold players accountable for leaving on their NIL deals? Finally, in memory of Mike Patrick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about what is next for Tennessee basketball in the transfer portal after some recent misses? Then, Jacob is joined by Brent Hubbs, of VolQuest, to talk about Joey Aguilar transferring to Tennessee, latest in Tennessee basketball recruiting, and Tennessee baseball trying to respond on the road at LSU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the Titans plans with Cam Ward at number one and what will happen with Will Levis? Then, is there a timeline to keep in mind for Joey Aguilar in getting to Tennessee? And the Rose Bowl is going to have a slight change this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 23, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about ETSU baseball's win over Appalachian State. Then, Tennessee head baseball coach Tony Vitello spoke with the media after the win over Lipscomb on Tuesday night. Then, Jacob talks about that win and Tennessee softball's loss to Clemson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about a proposal by multiple Tennessee legislators to get rid of the TSSAA. Then, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about new ideas surrounding the College Football Playoff meetings this week, including a new selection process and what the playoff could look like beginning in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Joey Aguilar's decision to transfer to Tennessee and how he translates to the Vols. Then, Nico Iamaleava's brother, Madden, decides to transfer to UCLA too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 22, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee picking up Joey Aguilar in the transfer portal. Then, Tennessee head men's basketball coach Rick Barnes spoke on Monday about the offseason so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee picking up their highest rated recruit in men's basketball history in Nate Ament. Then, what are Tennessee's quarterback options? Also, the Braves had their best weekend of the season so far but it includes some controversy involving Ronald Acuna Jr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend compares Nico's UT exit to Jalen Hurd's. Then, what could be next for Tennessee at the quarterback position. Finally, what is happening with Tennessee baseball?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend hits on Nico heading to UCLA and how will fans handle if Tennessee doesn't have the success that is consistent with last year for the Vols? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Nico Iamaleava officially heading to UCLA and what could success look like there for him? Also, he talks about Nico's Instagram posts over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about what Baylor Hayes entering the transfer portal for ETSU could mean for the quarterback position beyond 2025? One-time transfer rule is off the books for the Tennessee legislature in 2025, why? Then, Lee Corso is calling it a career on College Gameday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about whether or not the point that Urban Meyer was trying to make this week about Tennessee's quarterback situation was correct. Then, could Notre Dame transfer quarterback Steve Angeli be an option for Tennessee? Also, has Rick Barnes swung the odds in his favor to landing the highest rated recruit in Tennessee men's basketball history?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Chris Low's latest report on Nico and UCLA. Then, Jacob hits on the latest rule changes for college football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 18, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about an interesting tale involving an East Tennessee minister and Nico Iamaleava hitting the transfer portal. Then, Jacob talks about the additions for ETSU men's basketball in the transfer portal on Thursday and ETSU football transfer portal news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of April 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about one of ETSU's quarterbacks heading into the transfer portal and the latest pickup for ETSU men's basketball. Then, the NCAA's new updated rule to regulate faking injuries in college football and a Division II school planning to shut down. Then it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of April 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with owner of Fanatics 101, K.D. Bowen, studio sponsor. Then, Urban Meyer has an opinion on Nico Iamaleava's situation and the future for Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of April 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the latest on Nico. Then, they hit on the opinion of the family member in the Front Office Sports article. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of April 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend updates Nico Iamaleava's future and then hit on a latest article of a Iamaleava family friend going on the defensive. Then, ETSU transfer portal news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Rhett Bryan, of Titans Radio, about the Titans presumed plan to draft Cam Ward with the number one pick, how the newly constructed front office is handling the draft, future of Will Levis, and what their draft night broadcast will sound like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend has an in-depth discussion with Brent Hubbs, of VolQuest, on the entire Nico discussion from the timeline to why it happened and what is next for both sides. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.