Morning Monster Podcast

Jacob Townsend is joined by Jayson Swain, new lead analyst for Vol Network, co-host of Josh and Swain, and former Tennessee wide receiver, to discuss his new role on the network, his media career, his love for Tennessee, Arion Carter, Tennessee defense, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about the last four weeks of the Chase, Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick, this generation of drivers priorities, Spire/JGR lawsuit developments, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of August 3, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about the last four weeks of the Chase, Denny Hamlin, Tyler Reddick, this generation of drivers priorities, Spire/JGR lawsuit developments, and more. Then, Jacob is joined by Jayson Swain, new lead analyst for Vol Network, co-host of Josh and Swain, and former Tennessee wide receiver, to discuss his new role on the network, his media career, his love for Tennessee, Arion Carter, Tennessee defense, and more. Also, Jacob goes into some schedule developments for the upcoming season for ETSU men's basketball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of August 3, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about the temporary injunction that was granted in Tennessee on Friday that allows an extra year of eligibility for 13 basketball players, including Kingsport native Jack Browder and what is next for him. Then, he goes into the ruling by a judge in Colorado on Friday. Also, Jacob discusses Southpoint's early lines for notable Tennessee games this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of August 3, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about Tarik Skubal being traded to the Dodgers and what it could mean for the upcoming CBA negotiations. Then, he discusses the two moves the Braves made over the weekend. Also, Jacob talks about a player that Tennessee could late add to their basketball roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of August 3, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about the Tennessee injunction that was granted on Friday and what that could mean for Kingsport native, Jack Browder. Then, he has sound from former ETSU pitcher Michael Harpster and ETSU baseball coach Joe Pennucci to talk about Michael being drafted by the Yankees last month. Also, Jacob talks about the reports that the Bristol night race might be heading back to August in 2027. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Sullivan East football coach J.C. Simmons to preview the season for the Patriots. J.C.'s interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Sullivan East Midday Monster Media Day sponsored by West Hills Tractor, Lyon Metal Roofing, and Brooks Collision Center Jacob Townsend talks with Sullivan East cheer coach Angie Lowe and wrestling coach Dawson Jones. Then, Jacob talks with Sullivan East football coach J.C. Simmons to preview the season for the Patriots. J.C.'s interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. Also, Jacob is joined by Sullivan East boy's basketball/boy's soccer coach Brandon Barnes and softball coach Kevin Smith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Sullivan East Midday Monster Media Day sponsored by West Hills Tractor, Lyon Metal Roofing, and Brooks Collision Center Jacob Townsend talks with Sullivan East golf coach Luke Jones, girl's basketball coach Melissa Ervin, volleyball coach Brittany Scott, tennis coach Cornelius Barber, and swim coach J.B. Forrester. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Sullivan East Midday Monster Media Day sponsored by West Hills Tractor, Lyon Metal Roofing, and Brooks Collision Center Jacob Townsend talks with Sullivan East baseball coach Christian Taylor, girl's soccer Jordan Parlett, cross country/track Christian Watson, and dance coach Sallie Warren. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett football coach Joey Christian to preview the season for the Indians. Joey's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Dobyns-Bennett Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Center Street Grill & Smokehouse, Kingsport Fitness and Tanning, and Jeff Luethke, Attorney at Law Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett boy's basketball coach Chris Poore, athletic director Frankie DeBusk, girl's basketball Courtney Whitson, and dance coach Amanda Loughry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Dobyns-Bennett Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Center Street Grill & Smokehouse, Kingsport Fitness and Tanning, and Jeff Luethke, Attorney at Law Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett cheer coach Jessica Ross, baseball coach Ryan Wagner, and golf coach Reid Burton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Dobyns-Bennett Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Center Street Grill & Smokehouse, Kingsport Fitness and Tanning, and Jeff Luethke, Attorney at Law Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett director of inclusive athletics, Sarah Good. Then, he is joined by Dobyns-Bennett softball coach Andy Hubbard. Also, Jacob Townsend talks with Dobyns-Bennett football coach Joey Christian to preview the season for the Indians. Joey's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Adam Sparks, of Knoxville News-Sentinel, about the Arion Carter suspension story, the NCAA's punishment, Arion's NFL decision, timeline, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of July 30, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Adam Sparks, of Knoxville News-Sentinel, about the Arion Carter suspension story, the NCAA's punishment, Arion's NFL decision, timeline, and more. Then, they discuss some news and notes. Also, it's time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of July 30, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud discuss ETSU's start to fall camp and the quarterback competition. Then, they talk about the jersey sponsorship deals for Ohio State and Notre Dame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of July 30, 2026 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about the Arion Carter suspension. Then, they go into the NCAA's process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of July 30, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses the Arion Carter suspension and the NCAA's decision. Then, he has sound from ETSU head coach Will Healy after the first practice of fall camp. Also, Jacob goes through some news and notes to wrap up the first hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Sportsline on July 29, 2026 Jacob Townsend goes over the Arion Carter information the drive home audience. Then, he discusses other news around Tennessee and the NCAA today. Also, he talks about the jersey patch sponsorships moving forward in college sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Sportsline on July 29, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses SoCon predictions for the season. Then, he has sound from ETSU football coach Will Healy and players Jason Albritton and Dre Delinois following the first practice of fall camp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Sportsline on July 29, 2026 Jacob Townsend discusses Arion Carter being suspended for two games by the NCAA. Then, he talks about whether the NCAA did the right thing or not. Also, he goes through whether not having Carter for those two games will hurt Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about David Gabriel Georges commitment, Josh Heupel's difference, future recruits, jersey sponsorships, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with David Crockett football coach Hayden Chandley to preview the season for the Pioneers. Hayden's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of David Crockett Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Mauk's of Jonesborough Jacob Townsend talks with Jeff Birchfield of the Johnson City Press to preview the high school football season and ETSU's upcoming year. Then, Jacob talks with David Crockett volleyball coach Adam Slaughter to preview their season. Also, Jacob wraps up the show giving some thoughts on some of the predictions for ETSU and the SoCon for 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of David Crockett Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Mauk's of Jonesborough Jacob Townsend talks with David Crockett girls soccer coach Ariel Flanagan. Then, Jacob is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about David Gabriel Georges commitment, Josh Heupel's difference, future recruits, jersey sponsorships, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of David Crockett Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Mauk's of Jonesborough Jacob Townsend talks with David Crockett football coach Hayden Chandley to preview the season for the Pioneers. Hayden's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. Then, Jacob previews the 2026 season for David Crockett. Also, he is joined by David Crockett athletic director Josh Kite.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Bristol Rhythm AFC head coach Dave Niejenhuis about the season for the Rhythm, playing for the national championship, excitement, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Bill Connelly, of ESPN, to talk about his latest piece on the 100 games that explain college football in 2026, lack of elite teams, Tennessee, Lane Kiffin, Bill Belichick, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Sportsline on July 28, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about Danny White's comments about future power four out of conference games at Neyland Stadium. Then, Jacob talks with Bristol Rhythm AFC head coach Dave Niejenhuis about the season for the Rhythm, playing for the national championship, excitement, and more. Also, he goes through the SEC men's basketball schedule for Tennessee this upcoming season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Sportsline on July 28, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about some of the flaws in the SEC argument of conference supremacy. Then, Jacob goes into why South Carolina is a dead end job to an extent. Also, he discusses the two new big jersey sponsorship deals in college athletics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Sportsline on July 28, 2026 Jacob Townsend takes calls to begin the show. Then, Jacob is joined by Bill Connelly, of ESPN, to talk about his latest piece on the 100 games that explain college football in 2026, lack of elite teams, Tennessee, Lane Kiffin, Bill Belichick, and more. Also, Jacob dives into the article a little bit to wrap up the hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Unicoi County football coach Drew Rice to preview the season for the Blue Devils. Drew's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Unicoi County Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop and Unicoi County Gas Utility District Jacob Townsend is joined by Unicoi County baseball coach Chad Gillis. Then, he talks with Unicoi County football coach Drew Rice to preview the season for the Blue Devils. Drew's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. Also, it is time for birthdays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Unicoi County Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop and Unicoi County Gas Utility District Jacob Townsend talks with Unicoi County cheerleading coach Elizabeth Watson, girl's basketball coach Jordan Simmons, and softball coach Abby Hensley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Unicoi County Morning Monster Media Day sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop and Unicoi County Gas Utility District Jacob Townsend talks with Unicoi County athletic director Andrew Silvers, boy's basketball coach Brandon Broyles, and golf coach Eric Garland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Corey Heim's win at Brickyard 400, his season, rivalry with Carson Hocevar, Alex Bowman news, Jimmie Johnson returning to 48 kind of, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU football coach Will Healy as the Bucs start fall camp this week to talk about SoCon predictions, new replay technology in the league, newcomers, quarterbacks, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Phil Steele to preview his College Football magazine for the year, Tennessee, quarterback position, Jim Knowles, Josh Heupel, SEC, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of July 27, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Deb Williams, of Autoweek.com, about Corey Heim's win at Brickyard 400, his season, rivalry with Carson Hocevar, Alex Bowman news, Jimmie Johnson returning to 48 kind of, and more. Then, Jacob hits on some points from the Will Healy conversation last hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of July 27, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks with Phil Steele to preview his College Football magazine for the year, Tennessee, quarterback position, Jim Knowles, Josh Heupel, SEC, and more. Then, Jacob is joined by ETSU football coach Will Healy as the Bucs start fall camp this week to talk about SoCon predictions, new replay technology in the league, newcomers, quarterbacks, and more. Also, Jacob goes over a couple of notes to wrap up the hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of July 27, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee being ranked 8th in the SEC preseason media poll on Friday. Then, Jacob discusses who the Vols got on the All-SEC teams and who the three quarterbacks were that were honored. Also, he talks about Jackson Koivun's PGA Tour win and Corey Heim's win at the Brickyard 400 for the youngsters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of July 27, 2026 Jacob Townsend talks about LeBron James signing with the 76ers on Friday. Then, Jacob has sound from Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes when he spoke to the media last week. Also, he discusses the 2026 class of the Baseball Hall of Fame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with West Greene football coach Caleb Slover ahead of the season for the Buffaloes. Shawn's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with North Greene football coach Eric Tilson ahead of the season for the Huskies. Eric's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Chuckey-Doak football coach Billy Kaylor ahead of the season for the Black Knights. Billy's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with South Greene football coach Shawn Jones ahead of the season for the Rebels. Shawn's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of Greene County Midday Monster Media Day sponsored by Carville Dodge Jeep Ram Jacob Townsend talks with West Greene football coach Caleb Slover ahead of the season for the Buffaloes. Shawn's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. Then, Jacob talks with the sponsor, Carville Dodge Jeep Ram. Also, Jacob previews the season for the four Greene County schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of Greene County Midday Monster Media Day sponsored by Carville Dodge Jeep Ram Jacob Townsend talks with Chuckey-Doak football coach Billy Kaylor ahead of the season for the Black Knights. Billy's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. Also, Jacob talks with North Greene football coach Eric Tilson ahead of the season for the Huskies. Eric's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. Then, Jacob is joined by Chuckey-Doak athletic director Alex Turner to preview the year for the Black Knights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Greene County Midday Monster Media Day sponsored by Carville Dodge Jeep Ram Jacob Townsend talks with West Greene athletic director Logan Minnick to preview the year for the Buffaloes. Then, Jacob talks with South Greene football coach Shawn Jones ahead of the season for the Rebels. Shawn's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop. Also, Jacob is joined by North Greene athletic director and girls basketball coach James Buchanan to preview the year for the Huskies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks to Science Hill football coach Stacy Carter to preview the season for the Hilltoppers. Stacy's interview is part of 24 Teams in 24 Days and sponsored by Erwin Paint and Body Shop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.