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
Hour 4 of July 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the ranking of college basketball coaches in the last 25 years earlier this week by The Athletic. Then, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of July 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen owner of Fanatics 101. Then, they talk about the ending to the All-Star Game on Tuesday night whether it was good or bad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of July 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the possibility of the SEC finally going to nine games as leverage to get the College Football Playoff format that they want. Then, who are the supposed biggest spenders in college football in 2025?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of July 17, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the players that Will Healy will be taking with him to SoCon Media Days next week for ETSU. Then, ETSU baseball coach Joe Pennucci and former Buc and now member of the Atlanta Braves organization Cody Miller spoke with the media on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of Sportsline on July 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the MLB All-Star game on Tuesday night. Then, Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables talks to the media at SEC Media Days. Also, Jacob gives some news and notes on Tennessee from Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of Sportsline on July 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about why Alabama should be appreciative of what they already can see with head coach Kalen DeBoer. Then, Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby and Florida head coach Billy Napier talk at SEC Media Days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of Sportsline on July 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Josh Heupel's comments at SEC Media Days on Tuesday and whether or not he's actually underrated after numbers from ESPN on Tuesday. Then, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer talks at SEC Media Days on Wednesday. Also, it's announced who ETSU Head Coach Will Healy is taking with him to SoCon Media Days next week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend is joined by Greeneville Middle School head football coach Todd Pate about his new job and the goals for the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend is joined by Vanderbilt baseball commit Carson Quillen to talk about his choice to go with the Commodores, the back and forth of the last couple of years, his future, his time at Greeneville, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with Greeneville quarterback Caden Baugh and wide receiver Zaydyn Anderson ahead of their senior seasons about their expectations and Zaydyn's commitment to Tennessee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk Tennessee at SEC Media Days, other teams on Tuesday, expectation for Tennessee's season from other media members, and the Vols MLB Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend is joined by Greeneville head football coach Eddie Spradlen ahead of the Greene Devils 2025 season, Caden Baugh, Zaydyn Anderson, TSSAA playoff changes, and more. 24 Teams in 24 Days sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of July 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Greeneville quarterback Caden Baugh and wide receiver Zaydyn Anderson ahead of their senior seasons about their expectations and Zaydyn's commitment to Tennessee. Then, Jacob is joined by Vanderbilt baseball commit Carson Quillen to talk about his choice to go with the Commodores, the back and forth of the last couple of years, his future, his time at Greeneville, and more. Also, he is joined by Greeneville Middle School head football coach Todd Pate about his new job and the goals for the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of July 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Josh Heupel at SEC Media Days on Tuesday and the differences between how he and another SEC coach are handling the quarterback position at this point in the year. Then, Jacob is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk Tennessee at SEC Media Days, other teams on Tuesday, expectation for Tennessee's season from other media members, and the Vols MLB Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of July 16, 2025 Jacob Townsend is joined by Greeneville head football coach Eddie Spradlen ahead of the Greene Devils 2025 season, Caden Baugh, Zaydyn Anderson, TSSAA playoff changes, and more. Then, Jacob previews Greeneville's upcoming season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Cliff Kresge ahead of The Open Championship this week, they talk about Royal Portrush, the storylines if there are any, Rory, Scottie, Xander, Bryson, and who he thinks wins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 4 of July 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Cliff Kresge ahead of The Open Championship this week, they talk about Royal Portrush, the storylines if there are any, Rory, Scottie, Xander, Bryson, and who he thinks wins. Then, what will Josh Heupel say at SEC Media Days on Tuesday. Also, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of July 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about whether it's too soon for The Miz to be in the All-Star game tonight? Then, they talk about if there was any question about Tarik Skubal being the starter tonight for the American League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of July 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about SEC commissioner Greg Sankey's comments when it comes to the SEC's 8-game schedule compared to other's 9-game conference schedules. Then, Jacob and Bud talk about whether or not there is any credence to the possibility of Nick Saban returning to coaching. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of July 15, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about how Tennessee fared in the MLB Draft when it comes to guys coming to Knoxville or not. Then, a former Alabama quarterback sparks speculation on Nick Saban's future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about SVG's second straight win, whether everyone else is just playing for second on the road, what needs to change for everyone else, in-season challenge down to four, and more. TSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend is joined by Phil Steele to preview his 2025 magazine, talk about Tennessee post-Nico, the differences between Nico and Joey Aguilar, the floor for Tennessee in 2025, favorites in the SEC and nationally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 4 of July 14, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about SVG's second straight win, whether everyone else is just playing for second on the road, what needs to change for everyone else, in-season challenge down to four, and more. Then, Joey Aguilar is wearing #6 for Tennessee, who else has for the Vols?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of July 14, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the questions for every SEC team as the SEC Media Days get kicked off today in Atlanta. Then, Jacob is joined by Phil Steele to preview his 2025 magazine, talk about Tennessee post-Nico, the differences between Nico and Joey Aguilar, the floor for Tennessee in 2025, favorites in the SEC and nationally. Also, he talks about SVG winning again on the road this time at Sonoma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of July 14, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Providence Academy's Josh Owens being drafted by the Texas Rangers in the third round, as well as ETSU shortstop Cody Miller being drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the third round. Then, Tennessee sets record on night one of the draft and had three of the top recruits drafted in the first 25 picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of July 14, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee's big night at the MLB Draft with 8 players selected on Sunday. Then, Tennessee had three high school commits drafted in the first round. Also, local high school standout drafted and ETSU Buc as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with North Greene athletic director James Buchanan ahead of the upcoming year for the Huskies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with North Greene head football coach Eric Tilson ahead of the Huskies 2025 season. 24 Teams in 24 Days sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with Chuckey-Doak head football coach Billy Kaylor ahead of the Black Knights 2025 season. 24 Teams in 24 Days sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with Chuckey-Doak athletic director Kyle Donahue ahead of the upcoming year for the Black Knights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with West Greene head football coach Evan Monroe ahead of the Buffaloes 2025 season. 24 Teams in 24 Days sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with West Greene athletic director Logan Minnick ahead of the upcoming year for the Buffaloes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with South Greene head football coach Shawn Jones ahead of the Rebels 2025 season. 24 Teams in 24 Days sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 4 of July 11, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about what came out of the NCAA basketball meetings this week when it comes to tournament expansion. Then, NASCAR heads to Sonoma this weekend for another road course and the next round of the In-Season Challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of July 11, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about how Tennessee ranks in position units in the SEC for the upcoming season. Then, the SCORE Act was introduced by the House on Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of July 11, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the College Sports Commission's memorandum released on Thursday about their expectations on what NIL will be moving forward and whether or not he buys it. Then, Tennessee picks up a transfer infielder. Also, former ETSU football coach had a big day on the links on Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of July 11, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about where Tennessee stacks up going into the season when it comes to the specific units on the football team. Then, Tennessee baseball picks up another transfer portal commit and former ETSU baseball player finds a new home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of Sportsline of July 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the decision, or lack thereof, at the NCAA Tournament basketball committee meetings this week. Then, Sporting News ranked the SEC football coaches. The Sun Belt is considering expansion and who could that be? Also, which stadium is the toughest in the SEC?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of Sportsline on July 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about where the preseason magazines have Tennessee ranked in the SEC and nationally, and whether they are fair and credible diagnoses of Tennessee's upcoming season. Then, where does Tennessee rank among SEC position unit rankings?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of Sportsline on July 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the College Sports Commission's update on NIL Go and what its goal is and why it is upsetting some people. Then, Congress is once again getting involved in college athletics with a bill being introduced in the House on Thursday. Also, where does ETSU rank when it comes preseason FCS Top 25 and in the SoCon in one of the preseason CFB magazines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with former Duke and Notre Dame athletic director Kevin White about the job his son, Danny, has done as AD at Tennessee, his thoughts on collective bargaining, how he would handle revenue sharing, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 4 of July 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with former Duke and Notre Dame athletic director Kevin White about the job his son, Danny, has done as AD at Tennessee, his thoughts on collective bargaining, how he would handle revenue sharing, and more. Then, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of July 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, they talk about Colorado head coach Deion Sanders comments at Big 12 Media Days on Wednesday about a needed salary cap in college football and him taking offense to a certain media outlet asking him a question about his health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of July 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Major League Baseball using ABS in the All-Star Game next week. Then, should college football follow the Big 12 in getting rid of preseason rankings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of July 10, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee adding another commit on Wednesday. Then, Tennessee baseball picks up another transfer portal pitcher. Also, Tony Vitello calls out an anonymous SEC schools recruiting tactics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 of Sportsline on July 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the problems with NIL Go and Big 12 coaches being in favor of collective bargaining. Then, he talks about the latest ruling in the NASCAR vs 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports lawsuit and NASCAR going back to an old familiar place for The Clash. Then, Jacob talks about MLB bringing the ABS system to the All-Star game next week and whether the players want that power, Deion Sanders' comments at Big 12 Media Days, and Sam Tarlton resigning at North Greene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 of Sportsline of July 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend filling in for Bill Meade talks about the recent surge for Tennessee in recruiting and where they are now ranked for 2026. Then, what do the Vols have to do on the recruiting trail to make up ground on the top tier of the SEC and college football?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 of Sportsline on July 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Hot Seat Ratings on the college football coaches with the most pressure to succeed in 2025. Then, Jacob talks about a few others who aren't at the top of the list but an eye should be kept on for their situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend talks with Trey Thompson, Greeneville basketball standout and now Iowa signee, about his decision to go with the Hawkeyes, why reclassify, and the entire process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, about the two commits for Tennessee on Tuesday, the job that William Inge is doing recruiting, and going down Tennessee football memory road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour of July 9, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Trey Thompson, Greeneville basketball standout and now Iowa signee, about his decision to go with the Hawkeyes, why reclassify, and the entire process. Then, Jacob talks about a proposed trade involving Ronald Acuna Jr. by ESPN on Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.