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The Morning Monster Podcast with Bobby Rader includes highlighted interviews and programming from the Morning Monster program , which airs weekday mornings 6-10 am on 640 WXSM and online at 640wxsm.com

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    VOLUNTEER BOY'S BASKETBALL COACH ZAC CRAWFORD INTERVIEW (2-25-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 6:11


    Jacob Townsend talks with Volunteer boy's basketball head coach Zac Crawford after the Falcons won their district tournament title on Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    UNAKA BOY'S BASKETBALL HEAD COACH AARON DUGGER INTERVIEW (2-25-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 6:12


    Jacob Townsend talks with Unaka boy's basketball head coach Aaron Dugger after the Rangers won their district tournament title on Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ETSU WBB HEAD COACH BRENDA MOCK BROWN INTERVIEW (2-25-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 15:05


    Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU women's basketball head coach Brenda Mock Brown to talk about the Bucs hot stretch, Anala Nelson, Carmen Richardson, Daniela Lopez, the final two games, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    VOLQUEST'S BRENT HUBBS INTERVIEW (2-25-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 24:18


    Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about Tennessee's loss at Missouri, preview Alabama game, Joey Aguilar's injunction being denied, George MacIntyre, Lady Vols issues continuing, baseball, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    UNICOI COUNTY BOY'S BASKETBALL COACH BRANDON BROYLES INTERVIEW (2-25-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 6:38


    Jacob Townsend talks with Unicoi County boy's basketball coach Brandon Broyles after the Blue Devils win their district tournament on Tuesday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ELIZABETHTON BOY'S BASKETBALL COACH LUCAS HONEYCUTT INTERVIEW (2-25-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 9:35


    Jacob Townsend talks with Elizabethton boy's basketball coach Lucas Honeycutt after the Cyclones won their district tournament on Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    DOBYNS-BENNETT BOY'S BASKETBALL COACH CHRIS POORE INTERVIEW (2-25-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 6:27


    Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett boy's basketball coach Chris Poore after the Indians won their district tournament Tuesday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 25, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 42:26


    Hour 4 of February 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU women's basketball head coach Brenda Mock Brown to talk about the Bucs hot stretch, Anala Nelson, Carmen Richardson, Daniela Lopez, the final two games, and more. Then, Jacob talks with Unaka boy's basketball head coach Aaron Dugger after the Rangers won their district tournament title on Tuesday. Also, he talks with Volunteer boy's basketball head coach Zac Crawford after the Falcons won their district tournament title on Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 25, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 44:38


    Hour 3 of February 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Unicoi County boy's basketball coach Brandon Broyles after the Blue Devils win their district tournament on Tuesday night. Then, he is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about Tennessee's loss at Missouri, preview Alabama game, Joey Aguilar's injunction being denied, George MacIntyre, Lady Vols issues continuing, baseball, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 25, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 42:22


    Hour 2 of February 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about ETSU replacing the North Dakota State game with Tusculum on Labor Day weekend. Then, Jacob talks with Dobyns-Bennett boy's basketball coach Chris Poore after the Indians won their district tournament Tuesday night. Also, he talks with Elizabethton boy's basketball coach Lucas Honeycutt after the Cyclones won their district tournament on Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRUARY 25, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 40:46


    Hour 1 of February 25, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's loss at Missouri. Then, he has postgame sound from Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes following the loss. Also, he has sound from Tennessee baseball coach Josh Elander after their win over Bellarmine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    GREENEVILLE GREENE DEVILS GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH ANNETTE WATTS (2-24-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 11:38


    Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Greeneville girl's basketball coach Annette Watts after the Greene Devils won their district tournament Monday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    UNICOI COUNTY GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH JORDAN SIMMONS INTERVIEW (2-24-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 8:54


    Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by Unicoi County girl's basketball coach Jordan Simmons after the Blue Devils won their district tournament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    DANIEL BOONE GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH JOHN GOOD INTERVIEW (2-24-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 9:06


    Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by Daniel Boone girl's basketball coach John Good to talk about the Trailblazers winning their district tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 24, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 43:08


    Hour 4 of February 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Greeneville girl's basketball coach Annette Watts after the Greene Devils won their district tournament Monday night. Then, they talk about whether George MacIntyre can do enough for Tennessee in 2026. Also, it's time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 24, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 42:38


    Hour 3 of February 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Army head coach Jeff Monken being in favor of moving the Army/Navy game. Then, they are joined by Unicoi County girl's basketball coach Jordan Simmons after the Blue Devils won their district tournament. Also, they talk about the Braves announcing their new TV property. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 24, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 42:41


    Hour 2 of February 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Joey Aguilar's injunction being denied and whether it was the right decision or not. Then, they are joined by Daniel Boone girl's basketball coach John Good to talk about the Trailblazers winning their district tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRUARY 24, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 40:33


    Hour 1 of February 24, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with caller about Tennessee's win over Vanderbilt and where the Vols are going. Then, he has audio from ETSU head coach Brooks Savage on Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AUTOWEEK.COM'S DEB WILLIAMS INTERVIEW (2-23-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 14:40


    Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Tyler Reddick's win at Atlanta, 23XI's dominance to begin season, Bubba Wallace, Carson Hocevar, Joe Gibbs lawsuit, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    KNOXVILLE NEWS SENTINEL'S ADAM SPARKS INTERVIEW (2-23-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 18:49


    Jacob Townsend is joined by Adam Sparks, of Knoxville News-Sentinel, to talk about Aguilar's injunction denial, the decision by Judge Heagerty, Cam Norris' case, Tennessee in 2026, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 23, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 45:20


    Hour 4 of February 23, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Tyler Reddick's win at Atlanta, 23XI's dominance to begin season, Bubba Wallace, Carson Hocevar, Joe Gibbs lawsuit, and more. Then, he talks about ETSU's win at UNC Greensboro and SoCon Championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 23, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 44:22


    Hour 3 of February 23, 2026 Jacob Townsend looks at the outlook for Tennessee in 2026 without Joey Aguilar and most likely George MacIntyre at quarterback this season. Then, Jacob is joined by Adam Sparks, of Knoxville News-Sentinel, to talk about Aguilar's injunction denial, the decision by Judge Heagerty, Cam Norris' case, Tennessee in 2026, and more. Also, Jacob talks with a caller about young quarterbacks playing in college football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 23, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 40:08


    Hour 2 of February 23, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about Joey Aguilar's injunction being denied on Friday and why. Then, he discusses whether the denial was actually a good thing for college football. Also, he goes through the recent history of Tennessee freshman quarterbacks who have started. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRURARY 23, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 41:24


    Hour 1 of February 23, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps ETSU's win over UNC Greensboro and has postgame interview with Brooks Savage on Buccaneer Sports Network. Then, Jacob has postgame has sound from Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes after their win at Vanderbilt. Also, he has the postgame presser with Lady Vols head coach Kim Caldwell after their loss at Oklahoma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ETSU MBB HEAD COACH BROOKS SAVAGE INTERVIEW (2-20-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 17:52


    Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage to recap their win over Furman, playing without Blake Barkley and his status moving forward, preview UNCG, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BIG SOUTH COMMISSIONER SHERIKA MONTGOMERY INTERVIEW (2-20-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 17:14


    Jacob Townsend is joined by Big South commissioner Sherika Montgomery to preview the Big South tournaments, her role on scheduling for the league, the future of the tournament in Johnson City, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 20, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 44:49


    Hour 4 of February 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage to recap their win over Furman, playing without Blake Barkley and his status moving forward, preview UNCG, and more. Then, Jacob previews the Bucs road trip to Greensboro. Also, he goes through the brackets and schedule of games in the area for district tournaments this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 20, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 40:27


    Hour 3 of February 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend previews Tennessee/Vanderbilt. Then, he is joined by Big South commissioner Sherika Montgomery to preview the Big South tournaments, her role on scheduling for the league, the future of the tournament in Johnson City, and more. Also, Jacob recaps ETSU's women's basketball win over UNCG. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 20, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 43:28


    Hour 2 of February 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about the media going through a mock selection process for the NCAA Tournament and what it would look like for ETSU and Tennessee right now. Then, he talks about the Lady Vols loss to Texas A&M and what is next for Kim Caldwell. Also, Jacob discusses a tragedy involving a longtime Tennessee media member on Thursday in Knoxville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRUARY 20, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 41:34


    Hour 1 of February 20, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps ETSU women's basketball win over UNC Greensboro along with the postgame interview with head coach Brenda Mock Brown. Then, Lady Vols head coach Kim Caldwell spoke with the media following their loss to Texas A&M. Also, new Tennessee defensive coordinator Jim Knowles had his first press conference on Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 19, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 43:31


    Hour 4 of February 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about whether it was fair or foul that the Horizon League suspended Doug Gottlieb for one game due to his outburst on Sunday. Then, it is time for birthdays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 19, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 41:54


    Hour 3 of February 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen owner of Fanatics 101. Then, they talk about Mick Cronin's outburst earlier this week and Bud goes back and forth with callers about officiating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 19, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 40:57


    Hour 2 of February 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about ETSU's sweep of Furman and something they've done this year that has never been done before. Then, they talk about whether Tennessee is actually better than they've been talked about this year. Also, they discuss a wild Wednesday night in the SEC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRUARY 19, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 44:23


    Hour 1 of February 19, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps ETSU's win over Furman. Then, he has postgame interview with Brooks Savage. Also, postgame audio from Rick Barnes following Tennessee's win over Oklahoma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    EXTRA POINTS' MATT BROWN INTERVIEW (2-18-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 18:32


    Jacob Townsend talks with Matt Brown, of Extra Points, about Sacramento State and North Dakota State jumping to FBS, the money facts of the moves, what happens with North Dakota State's schedule, other FCS moves, and what happens with further SoCon and Atlantic Sun Conference moves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    VOLQUEST'S BRENT HUBBS INTERVIEW (2-18-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 24:57


    Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk Joey Aguilar and the wait for his injunction ruling, Joey going to the combine, J.P. Estrella's status tonight, Lady Vols, Tony Vitello, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 18, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 40:41


    Hour 4 of February 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Matt Brown, of Extra Points, about Sacramento State and North Dakota State jumping to FBS, the money facts of the moves, what happens with North Dakota State's schedule, other FCS moves, and what happens with further SoCon and Atlantic Sun Conference moves. Then, Jacob previews ETSU/Furman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 18, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 42:08


    Hour 3 of February 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about coaching moves in the SoCon, Thomas Hammock leaving Northern Illinois for the NFL, and Mick Cronin's comments on Tuesday night. Then, he is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk Joey Aguilar and the wait for his injunction ruling, Joey going to the combine, J.P. Estrella's status tonight, Lady Vols, Tony Vitello, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 18, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 42:47


    Hour 2 of February 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about Joey Aguilar still waiting on a ruling in his injunction hearing. Then, he talks about Aguilar heading to the NFL Combine next week. Also, he touches on Tennessee's win and ETSU' loss in baseball on Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRUARY 18, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 41:21


    Hour 1 of February 18, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps the Lady Vols loss at Ole Miss on Tuesday night. Then, he has postgame audio from head coach Kim Caldwell following the loss. Also, he has audio from Tennessee baseball coach Josh Elander after their win over UNC Asheville and Jacob talks about Tony Vitello's further comments on Tuesday at spring training. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 17, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 42:47


    Hour 4 of February 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the Big Ten's leaked 24-team College Football Playoff plan and what it would look like. Then, they discuss MLBPA executive director Tony Clark resigning. Finally, it's time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 17, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 46:05


    Hour 3 of February 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Tony Vitello's comments on Monday about his departure to San Francisco. Then, they discuss Josh Pate's rankings of the top 12 programs in college football heading into 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 17, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 43:19


    Hour 2 of February 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the Joey Aguilar injunction hearing on Friday. Then, they discuss what they expect with the ruling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRUARY 17, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 37:37


    Hour 1 of February 17, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about high school basketball district standings and what the tournaments look like this weekend. Then, he has sound from ETSU head coach Brooks Savage from Monday's media availability. Also, he talks about Tony Vitello's comments at spring training on Monday about the reporting of his departure in October. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AUTOWEEK.COM'S DEB WILLIAMS INTERVIEW (2-16-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 13:07


    Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Tyler Reddick's Daytona 500 win, 23XI Racing, wrecks, fuel saving, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 4 (FEBRUARY 16, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 45:20


    Hour 4 of February 16, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Tyler Reddick's Daytona 500 win, 23XI Racing, wrecks, fuel saving, and more. Then, Jacob talks more about Joey Aguilar's injunction hearing. Also, he talks to a caller about ETSU's loss to Samford. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 3 (FEBRUARY 16, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 39:42


    Hour 3 of February 16, 2026 Jacob Townsend recaps ETSU's overtime loss to Samford over the weekend. Then, he looks at Field of 68's rankings of the best jobs in the SoCon. Also, he looks back at the Daytona 500 on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 2 (FEBRUARY 16, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 43:11


    Hour 2 of February 16, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about Joey Aguilar's injunction hearing on Friday and what's next. Then, he recaps Tennessee's victory over LSU on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    HOUR 1 (FEBRUARY 16, 2026)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 40:20


    Hour 1 of February 16, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about ETSU's loss to Samford and has postgame sound from head coach Brooks Savage. Then, he recaps Tennessee's win over LSU with Rick Barne's postgame press conference. Also, Jacob discusses the Lady Vols loss to Texas with postgame sound from Kim Caldwell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ETSU MBB COACH BROOKS SAVAGE INTERVIEW (2-13-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 18:04


    Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU head coach Brooks Savage about the win over Chattanooga, Jordan McCullum's performance and growth, depth, injuries, Samford, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SPORTS LAW ANALYST SAM EHRLICH INTERVIEW (2-13-26)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 19:55


    Jacob Townsend talks with sports law analyst Sam Ehrlich about Trinidad Chambliss winning his injunction hearing, some of the comments made in court on Thursday, Charles Bediako, Joey Aguilar, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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