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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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    03/24/26 Hour 2: No Velasquez on Opening Day?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 47:38


    With the Cardinals and Royals beginning the regular season soon, we talk about the major roster decisions have made to begin their campaigns. Plus, Brian Smith of Mizzou wrestling discusses the NCAA championships.

    03/24/26 Hour 1: What does Mizzou hoops need to do next season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 39:53


    We discuss more post-mortem thoughts from the Mizzou men's basketball season, and talk baseball injuries with the Injury Expert Will Carroll. Plus, Under The Bus to the White Sox!

    Brian Smith on Sinclair, Steed earning All-American status

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 10:35


    Mizzou earned two All-American recognitions at the NCAA wrestling championships last weekend. Head coach Brian Smith joined the Big Show to talk about how Aeoden Sinclair and Cam Steed worked their way to strong finishes, and what's to come in the near future after the college wrestling season.

    Will Carroll on Cards, Royals injuries heading into Opening Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 12:25


    Will injuries help out roster decisions for the Cardinals and Royals? The Injury Expert Will Carroll joined the Big Show to talk about Ivan Herrera's ability to catch consistently, and some rotation questions for the Blue Jays and Braves.

    03/23/26 Hour 2: How will you remember Mizzou hoops?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 47:21


    More existential questions about Mizzou hoops going forward after an early tourney loss. Plus, Mizzou softball coach Larissa Anderson joins the show!

    03/23/26 Hour 1: More of the same...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 46:07


    We react to another early NCAA tournament exit for Mizzou hoops, and get the perspective of Eli Hoff on the season as a whole. Plus, Under The Bus to a chair on the sideline!

    Larissa Anderson on Mizzou softball's series loss vs. Alabama

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 11:17


    Mizzou softball earned its first SEC win, but lost two one-run games against Alabama to fall short in the series. Head coach Larissa Anderson joined the Big Show on Monday to talk about what's been improved with her group lately, and what she expects out of the next week.

    Eli Hoff: What another early NCAA exit means for Mizzou hoops

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 15:43


    With another first-round loss in the NCAA tournament, how do we view the job Dennis Gates has done so far? Eli Hoff of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch joined the Big Show on Monday to talk about the state of the program, and what will need to happen next year to change the recent results.

    Knee-Jerk Reactions: Miami 80, Mizzou 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2026 29:18


    Watch Andy Humphrey's Knee-Jerk Reactions after Mizzou's NCAA tournament loss to Miami in St. Louis.

    03/19/26 Hour 2: Mizzou names its QB1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 37:35


    Andy and Brenden react to Austin Simmons being announced as Mizzou's starting quarterback for 2026, and the Cardinals' five-man rotation expected to start the year.

    03/19/26 Hour 1: Time for over-unders!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 48:33


    Where can Mizzou find an edge against Miami? We play over-unders for the NCAA tournament matchup, and preview Mizzou women's hoops in the WBIT with Brad Tregnago. Plus, Under The Bus to MLB's latest partnership.

    03/18/26 Hour 2: Big year for Libby, Walker?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 48:52


    Andy discusses the finalization of the Cardinals starting rotation and Jordan Walker's struggles in spring. Plus, Mizzou football could be without a projected starting o-lineman to begin the year, and Eli Drinkwitz gives more thoughts on the future of college football.

    03/18/26 Hour 1: Venezuela wanted it more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 44:40


    We discuss Team USA's lackluster performance in the WBC final and the Royals that helped Team Venezuela bring home the title. Gabe DeArmond joins to talk Mizzou/Miami in the NCAA Tournament. Plus, Under The Bus to Derek Jeter again!

    Gabe DeArmond: Where can Mizzou find an edge vs. Miami?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 15:47


    Mizzou gets a semi-home game against Miami in its first NCAA tournament game. Gabe DeArmond of PowerMizzou.com joined the Big Show on Wednesday to discuss the key matchups between the Tigers and Hurricanes, and a key injury from Mizzou spring football practice.

    03/17/26 Hour 2: WBC in July?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 48:55


    We give our predictions for the WBC final between USA and Venezuela and what the future format of the tournament could be. Plus, do the Chiefs have a harder path to the top of the division after the Jaylen Waddle trade?

    03/17/26 Hour 1: Choose your champion!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 46:39


    We talk about which NCAA tournament teams truly have the chops to go all the way, and the upsets we expect in the first round. The Injury Expert Will Carroll joins to talk WBC and spring training injuries. Plus, Under The Bus to Derek Jeter!

    Will Carroll on WBC final, Ivan Herrera, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 11:15


    Will we see the United States capture the WBC championship against Venezuela? The Injury Expert Will Carroll joined the Big Show to talk about the situation that resulted in Nolan McLean starting in the final for USA, and Cardinals and Royals injuries heading into the final week of spring training.

    03/16/26 Hour 2: Justin Fields in KC

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 46:24


    We discuss a savvy move by the Chiefs to bring in Justin Fields as backup quarterback, and Team USA advancing in the WBC after a questionable strike call to end the game. Plus, Larissa Anderson joins to talk about a 4-0 weekend for Mizzou softball.

    03/16/26 Hour 1: It's drivable!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 49:11


    Mizzou got a very favorable draw from the NCAA tournament committee. We discuss their matchup in St. Louis with Miami, and how far they could go in the bracket. Plus, Under The Bus to Bruce Pearl's continued stumping for Auburn.

    Larissa Anderson on Mizzou softball's 4-0 weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 10:07


    Mizzou softball got a much-needed boost with four wins at home. Head coach Larissa Anderson joined the Big Show on Monday to discuss the improvements at the plate her team is showing, and another challenging week ahead.

    Rob Veno talks conference tourney hoops bets!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 16:06


    Friday brings an interesting slate of conference tournament matchups. Rob Veno of WagerTalk.com joined to discuss his favorite bets for the evening. Plus, his thoughts on Mizzou and Miami-OH looking squarely on the bubble heading into Selection Sunday.

    03/12/26 Hour 2: Grade Mizzou's season!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 46:36


    After an early conference tourney exit, how would you grade Mizzou's basketball season to this point? Plus, we discuss Miami-Ohio's first loss of the season, and the Chiefs adding a free agent cornerback.

    03/12/26 Hour 1: And now we wait...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 45:46


    After Mizzou lost to Kentucky in the SEC tournament, it's now time to wait on the committee... We discuss whether Mizzou should still feel safely in the NCAA Tournament, and throw conference tourney officiating Under The Bus!

    03/11/26 Hour 2: Bam 83!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 47:40


    We discuss a potentially (or already!) embarrassing WBC showing by Team USA, Greg Sankey's answer to a big question looming over college sports, and Bam Adebayo's 83-point performance against the Wizards.

    03/11/26 Hour 1: Can Mizzou best Kentucky again?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 46:23


    Will Mizzou earn a second victory this year over Kentucky? The guys give their predictions for tomorrow's SEC tournament opener for the Tigers, and discuss the Ravens backing out of their Maxx Crosby trade with the Raiders. Plus, Under The Bus to Mark DeRosa!

    03/10/26 Hour 2: Best fit, worst fit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 47:25


    Andy and Brenden discuss what more the Chiefs need to accomplish in free agency, and the NFL signings that have made the most sense - and least sense - so far. Plus, Brian Smith joins to talk about Mizzou wrestling's showing in the Big 12 championships.

    03/10/26 Hour 1: What if they fall to Dayton?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 47:24


    Would you be satisfied by a Mizzou NCAA tournament bid that started in Dayton? We discuss the possibilities, and chat baseball injuries with the Injury Expert Will Carroll. Plus, Under The Bus to Utah Valley!

    Brian Smith on Big 12 championships, preparing for NCAAs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 10:11


    Mizzou wrestling earned two individual Big 12 champions and four automatic NCAA championship bids last weekend. Head coach Brian Smith joined the Big Show on Tuesday to talk about Aeoden Sinclair and Cam Steed earning conference titles, and how he sees the team preparing to compete in Cleveland next week.

    Will Carroll talks WBC, Ivan Herrera, Kenneth Walker and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 10:51


    Should there be concern about Ivan Herrera's knee health as he tries to catch for the Cardinals again? The Injury Expert Will Carroll joined the Big Show on Tuesday to talk about key injuries across MLB, and the Chiefs bringing back Travis Kelce and signing Kenneth Walker.

    Monday 03/09/26 Hour 2: Outlook for Tigers heading into SEC Tournament?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 45:25


    Andy and Brenden break down Mizzou's chances in the SEC Tournament as well as their chance to make the NCAA Tournament following their loss to Arkansas this past weekend. Plus, an outlook on the Chiefs following the signings of Kenneth Walker III and Travis Kelce, and is it time to take notice of Mizzou baseball following their 12-game win streak?

    Monday 03/09/26 Hour 1: Kenneth Walker is a Chief!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 46:40


    Andy and Brenden give their reactions to the news about Kansas City signing this year's Super Bowl MVP to their roster, as well as Khyiris Tonga and Travis Kelce announcing their new contracts for the Chiefs. Also, reactions to Mizzou's season finale against Arkansas, and how many people were ejected in a Brazilian soccer game?

    03/06/26 Hour 2: Blues players allow trades!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 44:11


    We discuss the other SEC basketball teams that Mizzou fans should root for this weekend, and the Blues' final-hour trades they struck to land an impressive draft pick haul. Plus, we finish the show with our Picks of the Week!

    03/06/26 Hour 1: Acuff doubtful...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 47:51


    Will Mizzou men's hoops face a different looking Arkansas team potentially without Darius Acuff? We give our predictions, talk with Rob Veno on hoops betting, and throw the presidential college sports roundtable Under The Bus.

    Rob Veno: Can Mizzou pull an upset over Arkansas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 14:06


    The college hoops regular season concludes this weekend! Rob Veno of WagerTalk.com joined the Big Show on Friday to talk about the Mizzou/Arkansas matchup and several other games to watch across major college hoops.

    03/05/26 Hour 2: Principia wins the redo!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 46:36


    Brenden and Andy update their SEC basketball tiers with the regular season almost done. They also discuss who could be the first free agent the Chiefs sign next week. Plus, an update on a crazy Missouri high school basketball story!

    03/05/26 Hour 1: Don't speed in Oklahoma!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 49:49


    We talk about the seed possibilities for Mizzou in the SEC tournament and what would be most beneficial. Drew King of PowerMizzou.com joined to talk Mizzou hoops, and Andy and Brenden recall their speeding tickets in the state of Oklahoma! Plus, Under The Bus to the Blues...

    Drew King: Will Mizzou finish strong against Arkansas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 11:47


    Mizzou basketball fell flat on the road at Oklahoma... can they recover? Drew King of PowerMizzou.com joined the Big Show on Thursday to talk about everything surrounding the Tigers' final home game against Arkansas, and the player he wants to see step up.

    03/03/2026 Hour 2: Veach in his bag?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 48:22


    Andy and Brenden react to a blockbuster Chiefs' trade. And, no Cardinals were featured on ESPN's Top 100 list, was that wrong?

    03/04/26 Hour 1: Oklahoma Twister

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 50:50


    Tigers lose big against Oklahoma. Andy and Brenden talk about what that means for the team going forward. Plus, Bill Self lessens the blow.

    03/03/26 Hour 2: Brenden keeps the 'mojo' going!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 26:28


    We give our predictions (and Brenden's superstitious one!) for the Mizzou/Oklahoma basketball matchup, and discuss what could happen if Mizzou wins out into the NCAA tournament.

    03/03/26 Hour 1: What if it's an 0-2 finish?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 41:50


    Andy and Brenden discuss what would happen to Mizzou if they finish the regular season with back-to-back losses. The Injury Expert Will Carroll joins to talk baseball injuries and spring training. Plus, Under The Bus to Trae Young!

    Will Carroll: Can Oli Marmol successfully lead Cardinals through rebuild?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 11:00


    Baseball is nearly back and the Cardinals are committing to their manager. The Injury Expert Will Carroll joined the Big Show on Tuesday to discuss Oli Marmol's contract extension, a Royals pitching injury and the start of the World Baseball Classic this week.

    03/02/26 Hour 2: Oli Marmol extended

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 47:01


    The Cardinals just extended Oli Marmol and everyone is happy... right?? Plus, we predict Mizzou basketball's record for the final week of the regular season, and chat with Mizzou softball coach Larissa Anderson.

    03/02/26 Hour 1: Mizzou hoops keeps it rolling

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 47:11


    Will the best stretch of Mizzou basketball continue into March? Plus, we discuss the Chiefs planning to cut Jawaan Taylor, and throw Bruce Pearl and Indiana fans Under The Bus!

    Larissa Anderson on Mizzou softball prepping for SEC play

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 10:31


    Mizzou softball has finished the bulk of its non-conference schedule at 7-13. Head coach Larissa Anderson joined the Big Show on Monday to discuss what the Tigers continue to work on, and how the team will prepare for the start of SEC play against Florida this weekend.

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