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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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    06/03/25 Hour 2: Lucky Cards?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 49:49


    Brenden and Andy discuss John Mozeliak's recent comments on the Cardinals' start, and whether they've just been lucky to be competitive this season. Plus, what Tim Fuller's impact could mean for Mizzou basketball and a harsh(?) firing of the Knicks head coach...

    06/03/25 Hour 1: Here comes Caglianone!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 47:31


    Was this the right time to bring up Jac Caglianone to the big leagues? Andy and Brenden discuss Royals/Cardinals before their series at Busch Stadium. The Injury Expert Will Carroll joins to talk baseball injuries. Plus, Under The Bus to the suddenly rising cost of the Arrowhead renovation!

    Will Carroll: Cags, At Last!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 12:16


    Will Carroll joins the show to discuss the Royals calling up Jac Caglianone as well as injuries around the league, including Jordan Walker's wrist situation for the Cardinals.

    Top Five at Five: Cags to debut vs. Cards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 4:38


    Brenden talks about Cags vs. Cards, a tribute to Nolan Arenado's diving catch into a front row seat, and more during Tuesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: David Samson rips the Cags call-up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 3:59


    Of course David Samson has an issue with the Royals calling up Jac Caglianone in early June... Plus, the Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium renovation will apparently cost more than expected.

    06/02/25 Hour 2: Caglianone coming on up!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 47:45


    Live from the Cougar Club & Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament, Andy discusses the news of Jac Caglianone getting called up to the big-league Royals, Mizzou hiring Tim Fuller as its new basketball GM, and a new assistant hire for Mizzou softball. (Warning: Andy may be distracted by other people's golf shots)

    06/02/25 Hour 1: Golf recap!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 44:28


    Andy is live from the Cougar Club & Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament at the Columbia Country Club! We talk Cardinals vs. Rangers, bad coaching moments in the NCAA baseball regionals, and visit with Drew Grzella about the year in athletics for Columbia College.

    Under The Bus: Schlossnagle's slip of the tongue!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 7:15


    Florida's baseball coach berates the grounds staff, Texas' coach accidentally says "Gig 'em," and the WCWS umpires had a 15-minute review for a non-reviewable play...

    Tolton baseball coach Tre Morris on state quarterfinal win

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 8:38


    Father Tolton baseball is heading to the state final four for the second time in four years. Head coach Tre Morris joined the Big Show on Friday to talk about their extra-inning win in the quarterfinals, and the successes they've had so far in his first season as head coach.

    05/30/25 Hour 2: NCAA tourney expansion on the horizon?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 42:56


    Brenden and Andy talk about the Royals moving pitchers on and off the injured list, and the never-ending Jac Caglianone question. They also discuss the NCAA president openly talking about March Madness bracket expansion. Plus, Father Tolton baseball coach Tre Morris joins the show following his team punching a ticket to the final four.

    05/30/25 Hour 1: Will May success continue into June?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 48:12


    Andy and Brenden talk about the Cardinals' hot month of May, and the differences they've noticed with Oli Marmol this year. Rob Veno joins to talk NBA Playoffs. Plus, Under The Bus to Bret Bielema aiming at the SEC on social media!

    Top Five at Five: Lugo returns for Royals, but...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 2:56


    Brenden talks about the Royals activating one pitcher and then placing another on the IL, the Cardinals looking to keep up road success, and more during Friday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Drink calls out Bielema!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 5:27


    Bret Bielema tried to stand up for the Big Ten, but Eli Drinkwitz had a great response! Plus, accusations against Zion Williamson and more abuse hurled toward MLB players...

    05/29/25 Hour 2: Cardinals come back again

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 48:31


    Andy and Brenden talk about the Cardinals continuing to rack up comeback wins, and what Noah Cameron's future should be within a fully healthy Royal pitching staff. Plus, can the Knicks stave off elimination tonight against the Pacers?

    05/29/25 Hour 1: Bill Connelly joins!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 48:28


    Brenden and Andy talk about the newly-released kickoff times for Mizzou football in the early season. Bill Connelly joins to talk about the talks around CFP expansion. Plus, Under The Bus to a Capitals staffer alluding to Alex Ovechkin's retirement!

    Top Five at Five: Kickoff times!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 2:55


    Andy talks about the released game times for Mizzou football's first three weeks, the Cardinals coming back to win gain, and more during Thursday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Hockey heavy!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 5:13


    A Capitals staffer mistakenly sent out a mass email saying Alex Ovechkin was hanging it up! Plus, how to we feel about Paul Maurice staying out of the post-series handshake line?

    Bill Connelly on CFP expansion talks, SP+ rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 13:02


    Talking season is alive and well in the college football world! Bill Connelly of ESPN joined the Big Show on Thursday to discuss the latest tactics by SEC commissioner Greg Sankey this week, and Mizzou being ranked #21 in his latest update of the SP+ rankings.

    05/28/25 Hour 2: Who can be an All-Star?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 46:49


    Brenden and Andy give their Cardinals and Royals players they think are most likely to make the All-Star Game. They also talk about how a 9-game SEC schedule could affect Mizzou in the long run. Plus, is America ready for a Pacers/Thunder NBA Finals matchup?

    05/28/25 Hour 1: SEC coaches vs. ADs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 47:09


    Andy and Brenden discuss the divide between SEC coaches and athletic directors on CFP expansion. They also talk about the Cardinals going for a series win in Baltimore. Plus, Under The Bus to Dan Lanning's pool plunge!

    Top Five at Five: Cardinals come back in Baltimore!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 2:55


    Brenden talks about the Cardinals winning a back-and-forth game against the Orioles, more CFP lines being drawn within the SEC, and more during Wednesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Dan Lanning pool jump!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 3:00


    Dan Lanning jumps in a pool with one of his five-star recruits... and then he decommits! Plus, St. Louis CITY fires its head coach...

    05/27/25 Hour 2: What does the SEC really want?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 48:50


    Would a 16-team CFP format be better with multiple AQs for the conferences, or just one per conference? Brenden and Andy discuss what format the SEC and Mizzou should prefer going forward. Plus, Brady Singer returns to Kauffman Stadium!

    05/27/25 Hour 1: Should Cardinals keep Helsley?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 47:57


    Andy and Brenden talk about the hot weekend for the Cardinals, and the potential future for Ryan Helsley with the team. The Injury Expert Will Carroll joins to talk MLB injuries. Plus, Under The Bus to Anthony Edwards' postgame comments...

    Top Five at Five: More CFP back-and-forth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 3:48


    Andy talks about the Cardinals and Royals trying to even up their respective series, Greg Sankey's comments about the future CFP format negotiations, and more during Tuesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Anthony Edwards says he played well!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 3:58


    His team went down 3-1, but the Timberwolves' best player says he "didn't struggle!" Plus, Joe Burrow might be granted his wish by the NFL schedulers...

    Will Carroll: Can't Keep Arenado Out Of The Netting!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 12:13


    Will Carroll joins the show to discuss Contreras back spasms, Nolan Arenado running into the netting and a former MLB player suing one of the franchises because of a career-ending injury.

    05/23/25 Hour 2: Battlehawks to where??

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 47:05


    Andy and Brenden talk about the Royals designating Hunter Renfroe for assignment, some intriguing anonymous coach comments about Eli Drinkwitz, and a wild hypothetical regarding the St. Louis Battlehawks' future.

    05/23/25 Hour 1: Burleson vs. Walker vs. Gorman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 46:24


    Brenden and Andy give their thoughts on the Cardinals' biggest lineup question heading into their series with the Diamondbacks. Rob Veno joins for NBA playoffs and WNBA insights. Plus, Under The Bus to the former Nuggets coach caught in between MVP comments!

    Rob Veno: Do We Like Brenden's Futures Bet On Mizzou Football?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 13:24


    Rob Veno discusses the latest in his thoughts on the NBA Conference Finals. Plus, does Rob like Brenden's Mizzou bet in a jurisdiction of legality?

    Top Five at Five: Cardinals and Royals back at it

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 2:56


    Brenden talks about the Cardinals getting set to host the Diamondbacks, the Royals DFA'ing Hunter Renfroe, and more during Friday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Reds sued for negligence...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 4:20


    A former MLBer is suing the Reds over his career-ending knee injury, and Mike Malone has to clarify his SGA/Jokic MVP comments!

    05/22/25 Hour 2: Stock Up, Stock Down

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 49:20


    After more soccer ranting from Andy, the guys play Stock Up, Stock Down with several Cardinals and Royals players. They also rank their top five MLB teams to this point. Plus, since when have we seen an NBA player as clutch as Tyrese Haliburton?

    05/22/25 Hour 1: Common sense for the CFP!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 48:29


    Andy and Brenden talk about the decision to switch the CFP format to straight seeding for 2025, and give an update on their bottom five MLB teams so far this season. Plus, Under The Bus to Ohio State's thwarted plan for its game against Texas!

    Top Five at Five: Straight seeding for CFP

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 2:56


    Andy talks about the CFP format switching to straight seeding for 2025, Mizzou's ranking in the latest SP+ update, and more during Thursday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Texas still wants the noon game!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 4:59


    Ohio State tried to move its marquee game with Texas to Sunday night, but Texas reportedly blocked it! Plus, Andy rants on an unserious USMNT roster...

    05/21/25 Hour 2: Keepin' people on their toes!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 48:39


    After an unorthodox start to the hour, Brenden and Andy give their percentage chances for the Cardinals and Royals to make the playoffs. They also talk about Kerrick Jackson staying as Mizzou baseball coach, and a new destination for Mizzou men's basketball's season opener.

    05/21/25 Hour 1: No tush push ban!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 48:26


    Andy and Brenden talk about Oli Marmol's decisions during Tuesday's Cardinals game against the Tigers. The guys also discuss NFL owners not approving a ban of the Eagles' tush push play. Plus, Under The Bus to more umpire antics...

    Top Five at Five: Tigers best Cardinals in 3-game set

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 2:55


    Brenden discusses a tough Cardinals game on Tuesday that might've bled into Wednesday, the Royals hitting well to finish their series in San Francisco, and more during the Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: More umpire instigating!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 4:42


    Walker Buehler got tossed in the third inning for being upset with a terrible call... Plus, Sophie Cunningham responds to allegations stemming from a Phoenix Suns/Mercury lawsuit.

    05/20/25 Hour 2: Can Salvy turn it around?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 47:38


    Brenden and Andy try to make sense of another attempt by power conferences to reign in the college sports NIL world. They also talk about Salvador Perez's rough hitting start and what it could mean for the future. Plus, is Mizzou officially on Sam Horn MLB draft watch?

    05/20/25 Hour 1: Are Cardinal fans changing their tune?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 41:18


    Andy and Brenden discuss another impressive Cardinals victory, and talk Royals pitcher injuries with the Injury Expert Will Carroll. Plus, Under The Bus to the winding plot that is the Bill Belichick-Jordan Hudson relationship...

    Top Five at Five: Rain couldn't stop the Cardinals!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 2:55


    Andy talks about more offensive outbursts from the Cardinals, Kris Bubic putting together another strong outing for the Royals, and more during Tuesday's Top Five at Five!

    Under The Bus: Belichick and Hudson engaged??

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 4:06


    Apparently Jordan Hudson is telling people that she's engaged to Bill Belichick... Plus, Juan Soto is called outby his manager for not hustling out of the box!

    05/19/25 Hour 2: Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 47:32


    Can the Royals withstand injuries to two of their top pitchers? Brenden and Andy talk about the aftermath of the I-70 series, Jac Caglianone's promotion to AAA, and the hard foul that Caitlin Clark gave to Angel Reese during the WNBA's opening weekend.

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