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Matt Michaels and Ben Wilson break down everything in sports that Mid-Missouri cares about. If it's happening to Mizzou, the STL Cardinals and KC Royals, the Blues, the Chiefs, and more, you'll hear about it here! Catch full hours, interviews with our guests, Under The Bus and more right here in one place.

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    07/16/25 Hour 2: Put coaches in tiers, not tears!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 49:13


    Andy and Brenden give their SEC football coaching tiers as SEC Media Days continue this week. They also talk about the win total bets they like the most in the AFC North. Plus, Brenden willingly attendings a soccer match??

    07/16/25 Hour 1: Baseball is fun again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 47:45


    Brenden joins live again from Atlanta to give his reaction to the MLB All-Star Game, and his day at SEC Media Days. Plus, we discuss the Royals trading for a familiar face, and Memphis getting a not-so-equitable NCAA punishment in Under The Bus.

    Top Five at Five: A fun All-Star Game!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 2:55


    Brenden talks about the highlights from an entertaining MLB All-Star Game, his first-hand impressions from SEC Media Days, and more during Wednesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Memphis academic violations...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 3:25


    Wyndham Clark is banned from Oakmont after damaging a locker at the US Open. Plus, the latest NCAA infractions case further proves their inconsistency...

    07/15/25 Hour 2: Big Question Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 47:15


    What are the biggest questions for Eli Drinkwitz as he takes the podium for SEC Media Days on Thursday? The Big Show guys discuss that and Rob Manfred's comments on MLB labor negotiations and other issues around the league. Plus, is 'defensive false start' coming to college football?

    07/15/25 Hour 1: Pressure on Chiefs' offense now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 47:13


    Brenden joins live from Truist Park again, and the guys give their reactions to the MLB Home Run Derby, and what could happen during the All Star Game. Plus, with the contract extension for Trey Smith now in place, is it time for the Chiefs' offense to take another step forward?

    Top Five at Five: Sam Horn drafted in MLB

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 2:55


    Andy talks about his reactions to the MLB home run derby, Mizzou pitcher and quarterback Sam Horn getting drafted by the Dodgers, and more during Tuesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: lol Jazz Chisholm...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 5:52


    Jazz Chisholm's awful derby performance was great entertainment for us! Plus, an apparent mishap during Brent Rooker's derby round, and a YouTube golfer turning down a chance to play in a PGA event...

    07/14/25 Hour 2: Sam Horn picked by Dodgers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 47:40


    Brenden keeps telling about his experiences at Truist Park before the Home Run Derby in Atlanta. He and Andy also react to Sam Horn's selection in the MLB Draft by the LA Dodgers, and the major picks made by the Cardinals and Royals on Sunday. Plus, Greg Sankey's update on CFP expansion from SEC Media Days...

    07/14/25 Hour 1: Brenden the security threat!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 49:12


    Brenden is live from Atlanta for MLB All-Star week, and joins Andy to discuss the Cardinals and Royals heading into the All-Star break. Plus, should Jacob Misiorowski be allowed to the All-Star Game despite just five career starts?

    Under The Bus: Phillies back-mouthing Miz...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 3:31


    The Phillies hitters should've checked with their teammates before criticizing MLB's choice of All-Star replacement! Plus, Teddy Bridgewater is suspended from coaching his high school team for just trying to help...

    07/11/25 Hour 2: 'Soft buy?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 49:05


    Brenden and Andy talk about the possibility for the Cardinals and Royals to 'soft-buy' before this year's trade deadline. Plus, thoughts on Beau Pribula opening up about his transfer process, and a preview of this weekend's MLB draft.

    07/11/25 Hour 1: Trusting Mikolas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 43:56


    Andy and Brenden discuss the state of the Cardinals' rotation after Miles Mikolas' strong start on Thursday. Rob Veno joins to talk MLB and AFC East. Plus, Under The Bus to a cost-cutting move by the Blues...

    Top Five at Five: Draft possibilities...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 2:56


    Andy talks about the final series for the Cardinals and Royals before the All-Star break, the intrigue for both teams in this weekend's MLB draft, and more during Friday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Blues simulcasting radio to TV...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 5:50


    The longtime TV broadcaster for the Blues is let go... and Maikel Garcia finally gets the All-Star nod!

    Rob Veno: Will Cards, Royals contend?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 13:54


    As the trade deadline approaches, will the Cardinals or Royals keep pace in their respective playoff races? Rob Veno of WagerTalk.com joined the Big Show on Friday to talk about the state of the two teams in relation to the AL and NL wild card chase. Plus, his thoughts on the win totals in the AFC East.

    07/10/25 Hour 2: Are you dealing with the CFP devil?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 50:01


    Would you be ok with a loss to Kansas, but an eventual CFP bid for Mizzou afterward? Brenden and Andy debate the hypotheticals of the Mizzou football season. They also talk AFC East win total bets, and another monster home run from Jac Caglianone.

    07/10/25 Hour 1: Back to Fedde this weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 46:48


    Andy and Brenden talk about the Cardinals' decision to keep Erick Fedde in the rotation for Saturday despite some recent rough outings. Eli Hoff of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch joins to talk Mizzou football before SEC Media Days. Plus, Under The Bus to the already-dysfunctional NIL clearinghouse...

    Top Five at Five: Erick Fedde to start Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 3:08


    Brenden talks about the Cardinals deciding to keep Erick Fedde on the starting schedule this weekend, Jac Caglianone's second-straight game with a homer, and more during Thursday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: NIL Go (or no go...)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 2:45


    Delays in the new NIL clearinghouse process are causing some frustrations among schools and athletes... Plus, a minor league pitcher is called for a balk after being startled by a lightning strike!

    Eli Hoff: Biggest Mizzou storylines entering SEC Media Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 14:45


    What are the main questions Mizzou will have to answer to continue its success into 2025? Eli Hoff of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch joined the Big Show on Thursday to talk about the storylines for Mizzou heading into SEC Media Days next week. Plus, his thoughts on the 2025 schedule and Gary Pinkel's recent arrect on suspicion of DWI.

    07/09/25 Hour 2: Lance Leipold on the Border War

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 47:27


    How important is the Kansas game in relation to the rest of Mizzou's schedule? Brenden and Andy talk about Jayhawk coach Lance Leipold's comments on the rivalry at Big 12 Media Days. Plus, the top five MLB teams, and a promising sign from the Royals' Jac Caglianone.

    07/09/25 Hour 1: Cards lefty bats come through!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 44:38


    Andy and Brenden discuss last night's win for the Cardinals and the left-handed bats that helped deliver it. They also give an update on their bottom five MLB teams. Plus, Under The Bus to a radio host body-shaming Patrick Mahomes!

    Top Five at Five: Royals bats coming around?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 3:24


    Andy talks about wins for the Cardinals and Royals, thoughts from the Kansas football coach on the Border War rivalry, and more during Wednesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Patrick Mahomes body-shaming...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 3:39


    Why do we care about how Patrick Mahomes looks in the offseason? Plus, the Royals third baseman keeps getting passed up for the All-Star Game...

    07/08/25 Hour 2: Expand the NCAA tournament?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 48:10


    How many wins do the Cardinals need out of their final homestand before the All-Star break? Brenden and Andy talk about their matchups with the Nationals and Braves, and whether the NCAA will decide to expand the basketball tournament this week.

    07/08/25 Hour 1: Send Cags down?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 43:38


    Andy and Brenden react to the breaking news involving Gary Pinkel's DWI arrest from Monday night. They also discuss potential immediate upgrades for the Cardinals offense and whether the Royals can continue to climb the wild card standings. Plus, Under The Bus to Joe Burrow's splurge purchase!

    Top Five at Five: Royals showing fight?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 2:55


    Brenden talks about the start of a new homestand for the Cardinals, the Royals winning four of five games, and more during Tuesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: No Batmobile for Burrow...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 4:02


    Kirk Cousins says he may have stayed with the Vikings had he known the Falcons would take Michael Penix... Plus, the reason Joe Burrow had to hold off on his Batmobile purchase.

    07/07/25 Hour 2: Can Cardinals recover?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 47:30


    How big of a hit was the Cardinals' series loss to the Cubs? Brenden and Andy discuss the playoff outlooks for both the Cardinal and Royals. Plus, they talk about Joe Castiglione's retirement at Oklahoma, and the ranking of Mizzou's football rivalry with Kansas by the Athletic.

    07/07/25 Hour 1: Will Mizzou's HS recruiting rebound?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 47:22


    Andy and Brenden talk about what needs to happen immediately for the Cardinals' rotation after a tough weekend in Chicago. They also discuss Mizzou football missing on two high school recruits in a row over the weekend. Plus, Under The Bus to MLB's All-Star choices over Maikel Garcia...

    Top Five at Five: Cubs blank Cards to claim series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 2:55


    Andy talks about the impact of the Cardinals' series loss in Chicago, a longtime college administrator announcing his retirement, and more during Monday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Biggest All-Star snub...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 3:13


    Andy has a huge problem with who got picked to the All-Star Game over Maikel Garcia... Plus, an unfortunate injury at Wimbledon.

    07/03/25 Hour 2: Who's an All-Star?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 48:14


    Brenden and Andy give their predictions on which Cardinals and Royals will be chosen to the All-Star Game in Atlanta. Plus, Gabe DeArmond of PowerMizzou.com joins to talk about Mizzou football recruiting and more.

    07/03/25 Hour 1: Big Show Grill Masters Draft!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 48:49


    Andy and Brenden talk about whether this is the most important series of the season so far for the Cardinals. Plus, they draft their favorite grill-worthy foods to celebrate 4th of July weekend in the Big Show Grill Masters Draft!

    Gabe DeArmond on Mizzou football recruiting, new revenue-sharing era

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 17:43


    How will Mizzou football shape its 2026 recruiting class as revenue sharing begins? Gabe DeArmond of PowerMizzou.com joined the Big Show on Thursday to talk about how schools could adjust their recruiting approach over the next year. Plus, we discuss Dennis Gates' first addition to his recruiting class of 2027.

    Top Five at Five: Can Cards bounce back?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 2:55


    Brenden talks about the Cardinals trying to recover before they visit the Cubs, the Royals' reported trade target, and more during Thursday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: MLB investigating Guardians pitcher...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 5:07


    Two pitches, including one to the Cardinals, by a Guardians pitcher have been flagged following irregular gambling activity. Plus, are schools really still self-reporting NCAA violations?

    07/02/25 Hour 2: Justice for the Seahawks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 46:53


    Brenden and Andy discuss whether the Cardinals can withstand a roller-coaster type stretch during the second half of the season. Plus, what are your favorite win total bets in the NFC West?

    07/02/25 Hour 1: Are shutout losses to the Pirates bad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 45:09


    Andy and Brenden discuss a very bad series by the Cardinals in Pittsburgh. Plus, which Mizzou classic moment would you want to have witnessed in-person?

    Top Five at Five: No runs for the Cards!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 4:27


    Andy talks about the Cardinals suffering a shutout sweep at the hands of the Pirates, LSU's idea to make more revenue, and more during Wednesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Get well soon, Red Panda!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 3:50


    An unfortunate injury for a national treasure in the sports world... Plus, LSU is planning to sell jersey patches to a corporate sponsor.

    07/01/25 Hour 2: More schedule talk!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 47:43


    Is Mizzou's football schedule easier or tougher than last year? Brenden and Andy discuss the differences between the two schedules and the path to the CFP for the Tigers. Plus, a splash for Dennis Gates in the recruiting realm, and an interesting trade by the Blues...

    07/01/25 Hour 1: Long hard look at Fedde?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 45:12


    Andy and Brenden discuss whether the Cardinals need to address the starting rotation after another rough start from Erick Fedde. The Injury Expert Will Carroll joins to talk key Cardinals and Royals injuries. Plus, Under The Bus to the Mets for taking the brunt of Bobby Bonilla Day!

    Top Five at Five: Fedde and Cards bats struggle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 2:56


    Brenden talks about the Cardinals getting bested in Pittsburgh, Dennis Gates' recruiting splash for 2027, and more during Tuesday's Top Five at Five!

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