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

Jacob Townsend is joined by former SEC official Gerald Hodges to recap the touchdown or touchback call in the Ohio State/Michigan game, the scuffle in the Egg Bowl, and a few calls in the Vanderbilt/Tennessee game. Gerald's appearances are always sponsored by A.G. Heins Company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about Tennessee's loss to Vanderbilt, the downfall of the Vols defense, how to look at 2025, Josh Heupel's outlook, staff changes, early signing day, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about why Alabama is ranked where they are now, what it means for Notre Dame and Miami, what to do about Texas, and the conference championship race. Then, Jacob is joined by former SEC official Gerald Hodges to recap the touchdown or touchback call in the Ohio State/Michigan game, the scuffle in the Egg Bowl, and a few calls in the Vanderbilt/Tennessee game. Gerald's appearances are always sponsored by A.G. Heins Company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the teams that are still standing for the College Football Playoff and who has been eliminated since last night's rankings. Then, Jacob is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about Tennessee's loss to Vanderbilt, the downfall of the Vols defense, how to look at 2025, Josh Heupel's outlook, staff changes, early signing day, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his weekly SEC Power Rankings. Then, Jacob recaps Tuesday night's latest College Football Playoff rankings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 3, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's loss at Syracuse and ETSU's loss at Dayton on Tuesday night. Then, he has postgame sound from ETSU head coach Brooks Savage on the Buccaneer Sports Network. Also, Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes spoke to the media after loss at Syracuse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, to talk Diego Pavia's Heisman case, College Football Playoff rankings, Alabama's case, Titans loss to the Jaguars, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, to talk Diego Pavia's Heisman case, College Football Playoff rankings, Alabama's case, Titans loss to the Jaguars, and more. Then, they talk more about Lane Kiffin and CFP rankings tonight. Finally, it's time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Lane Kiffin going to LSU and his decision to leave Ole Miss behind heading into the College Football Playoff. Then, they talk about all of the swings of the coaching carousel in the SEC this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about whether the loss for Tennessee to Vanderbilt was a bad loss. Then, whether or not the pressure is getting amped up for Josh Heupel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 2, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his College Football Playoff ranking prediction for this week. Then, he has sound from Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes previewing the Syracuse game. Also, Jacob previews ETSU's road trip to Dayton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks to Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, about Tennessee's loss to Vanderbilt, will Joey Aguilar play in the bowl game, will there be changes, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of December 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about the Lane Kiffin saga finally coming to an end and why there is only one person to blame for it and it's him. Then, Jacob talks to Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, about Tennessee's loss to Vanderbilt, will Joey Aguilar play in the bowl game, will there be changes, and more. Then, Jacob talks about the biggest what ifs for Tennessee in 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of December 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about what Josh Heupel needs to do moving forward at Tennessee and whether not there needs to be a hot seat conversation, as well as the Penn State rumors. Then, what bowl game could Tennessee be going to?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of December 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's loss to Vanderbilt. Then, he asks the question if Tennessee quit in the second half against the Commodores? Also, Jacob updates the College Football Playoff conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of December 1, 2025 Jacob Townsend does a quick recap of everything in the college football weekend. Then, he has postgame sound from Josh Heupel after the loss to Vanderbilt. Also, he has postgame sound from Brooks Savage after the win over Central Arkansas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage about the Bucs wins in their MTE last week, defensive stats, honoring Alan LeForce, John Shulman's return, Central Arkansas, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Greeneville head coach Eddie Spradlen as the Greene Devils get set to host Alcoa in the state semifinals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of November 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage about the Bucs wins in their MTE last week, defensive stats, honoring Alan LeForce, John Shulman's return, Central Arkansas, and more. Then, Jacob gives his pick for the Vanderbilt/Tennessee game. Also, he gives his Pick 6 for the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of November 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend looks at bowl options for Tennessee as they get set for the regular season finale. Then, Jacob is joined by Greeneville head coach Eddie Spradlen as the Greene Devils get set to host Alcoa in the state semifinals. Also, Jacob looks at the Alcoa's history in the playoffs and the other postseason games going on in the area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of November 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend previews the Vanderbilt/Tennessee game. Then, he looks at Tennessee's first quarter numbers this season. Also, gives a brief look at the history of the series between the two schools in Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of November 28, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps everything that happened in sports on Thanksgiving. Then, he looks back at Tennessee's loss to Kansas on Wednesday night. Also, he looks ahead to the college football slate on Black Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with Voice of the Vanderbilt Commodores, Andrew Allegretta, to preview Vanderbilt/Tennessee, talk Diego Pavia, Clark Lea, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about Tennessee's win at Florida, preview Vanderbilt, talk about Joey Aguilar joining Diego Pavia's lawsuit, Tennessee's win over Houston, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of November 26, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with Voice of the Vanderbilt Commodores, Andrew Allegretta, to preview Vanderbilt/Tennessee, talk Diego Pavia, Clark Lea, and more. Then, Jacob talks about why the Player's Era Festival is the premier tournament in college basketball now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of November 26, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about Tennessee's performance in the Player's Era Festival and the set-up of the tournament. Then, he is joined by Brent Hubbs, of Volquest, to talk about Tennessee's win at Florida, preview Vanderbilt, talk about Joey Aguilar joining Diego Pavia's lawsuit, Tennessee's win over Houston, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of November 26, 2025 Jacob Townsend gives his SEC Power Rankings for the week. Then, Jacob gives his thoughts on the latest College Football Playoff Rankings from Tuesday night. Also, he hits on ETSU wide receiver Jeremiah Harrison heading to the transfer portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of November 26, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's win over Houston. Then, he has postgame audio from Rick Barnes, Ja'Kobi Gillespie, and Bishop Boswell after the win. Also, Jacob talks about ETSU basketball being in the top of the rankings in the country in a couple of defensive categories, as well as an ETSU Football player heading to the portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about the Titans close loss to the Seahawks, brighter days ahead, rookie tight end Gunnar Helm, Jaguars, and the Palmetto Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of November 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Voice of the Titans, Taylor Zarzour, about the Titans close loss to the Seahawks, brighter days ahead, rookie tight end Gunnar Helm, Jaguars, and the Palmetto Bowl. Then, Jacob plays for Bud the crazy radio call in the Creighton/Baylor basketball game on Monday. Finally, it is time for birthdays!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of November 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with studio sponsor, K.D. Bowen of Fanatics 101. Then, they talk about what is the latest in the Lane Kiffin saga and what could be happening once the Egg Bowl culminates Friday afternoon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of November 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend and Bud talk about Jacob's prediction for the tonight's College Football Playoff rankings. Then, they talk about Tennessee's win over Florida and whether it should give more confidence about Tennessee's game against Vanderbilt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of November 25, 2025 Jacob Townsend has the final Monday press conference of the 2025 season from ETSU football coach Will Healy, as the Bucs head into the offseason. Then, Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media on Monday as they get set for Vanderbilt. Also, Jacob has Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes' postgame presser after the win over Rutgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, to recap the Florida win, preview Vanderbilt, and talk basketball as they get set for Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with former SEC official Gerald Hodges about a couple of calls in the Tennessee/Florida game, backup chains, and forward progress. Gerald's appearances are presented by A.G. Heins Company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of November 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about whether the results of Saturday night changes confidences heading into the Vanderbilt game. Then, he is joined by Voice of the Vols, Mike Keith, to recap the Florida win, preview Vanderbilt, and talk basketball as they get set for Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of November 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with former SEC official Gerald Hodges about a couple of calls in the Tennessee/Florida game, backup chains, and forward progress. Gerald's appearances are presented by A.G. Heins Company. Then, Jacob recaps ETSU's win over The Citadel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of November 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's win over Florida in Gainesville on Saturday night. Then, Jacob tells you where he was right and where he was wrong when it came to the Tennessee/Florida game. Also, he dives into the end of first half situation and decisions by Josh Heupel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of November 24, 2025 Jacob Townsend has audio from ETSU head coach Will Healy after the Bucs' 28-26 win over The Citadel. Then, Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel spoke to the media after their 31-11 win at Florida. Also, ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage addressed the 97-55 win over Louisiana-Monroe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by former Tennessee running back, Travis Stephens, to talk about his performance in 2001 win in Gainesville, Fulmer's pregame speech, Casey Clausen, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage about the win over North Alabama, Jaylen Smith, hosting MTE, and scheduling as a mid-major. Brooks' appearance each week is sponsored by Bill Wagner State Farm Insurance in Blountville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Anderson County head coach Davey Gillum to preview the Mavericks road trip to Greeneville for the state quarterfinals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Andy Bitter, of Tech Sideline, to talk about the James Franklin hiring, the fit, the process of hiring Franklin, and what's next for the Hokies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend is joined by Greeneville head coach Eddie Spradlen as the Greene Devils get set to host Anderson County in the state quarterfinals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 of November 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks with ETSU men's basketball coach Brooks Savage about the win over North Alabama, Jaylen Smith, hosting MTE, and scheduling as a mid-major. Then, Jacob is joined by former Tennessee running back, Travis Stephens, to talk about his performance in 2001 win in Gainesville, Fulmer's pregame speech, Casey Clausen, and more. Finally, Jacob's pick for Tennessee/Florida, The Citadel/ETSU, and his Pick 6. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of November 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend talks about what Tennessee needs to do to beat Florida in Gainesville. Then, Jacob is joined by Andy Bitter, of Tech Sideline, to talk about the James Franklin hiring, the fit, the process of hiring Franklin, and what's next for the Hokies. Also, Jacob is joined by Anderson County head coach Davey Gillum to preview the Mavericks road trip to Greeneville for the state quarterfinals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of November 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend compares Tennessee's first and fourth quarter numbers against what Florida has done this season. Then, Jacob updates the road numbers for Josh Heupel and Joey Aguilar as they get set to make the trip to Gainesville. Also, Jacob is joined by Greeneville head coach Eddie Spradlen as the Greene Devils get set to host Anderson County in the state quarterfinals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of November 21, 2025 Jacob Townsend recaps Tennessee's win over Tennessee State, Lady Vols victory over Middle Tennessee, and ETSU women's loss at Tennessee Tech. Then, Jacob has postgame sound from Rick Barnes after the Vols win. Also, Jacob recaps what else happened in college basketball, NFL, and college football on Thursday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by the Voice of The Citadel Bulldogs, Brian Giffin, as they make the trip to Johnson City to wrap up the 2025 season against ETSU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud talk with Lee Sterling, of Paramount Sports, as he handicaps the big games of the college football weekend, including Tennessee/Florida.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Townsend and Bud are joined by Voice of the Florida Gators, Sean Kelley, to preview Tennessee/Florida, talk about Billy Gonzales as interim head coach, the changes for D.J. Lagway, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.