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Timmy Hall talks all things Ohio State athletics. Catch the live experience weekdays from 6pm-8pm on 97.1 FM in Columbus, on The Fan App, or at 971thefan.com. The Fan, Ohio's Sports Destination.

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    The Buckeye Show podcast is an absolute must-listen for any Ohio State Buckeyes fan. Hosted by Timmy Hall and featuring a rotating cast of co-hosts, this podcast delivers everything a fan could want - insightful analysis, entertaining banter, and in-depth coverage of all things Buckeyes. Whether you're catching up on missed episodes or eagerly awaiting the next one, The Buckeye Show podcast is sure to keep you entertained and informed.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the expertise and knowledge that the hosts bring to each episode. Timmy Hall has truly grown in his profession over the years and it's evident in his confident hosting style and well-researched commentary. His understanding of the game, along with his ability to provide nuanced analysis, keeps listeners engaged and coming back for more. Additionally, the rotating cast of co-hosts brings fresh perspectives to the show, ensuring that every episode offers something new.

    Another standout aspect of The Buckeye Show podcast is the chemistry among the hosts. From Timmy Hall's infectious enthusiasm to Marc Finch's smooth and captivating voice, there's no denying that these personalities make for an entertaining listening experience. Their banter and camaraderie create a fun atmosphere that fans will undoubtedly appreciate.

    While there are many great things about The Buckeye Show podcast, there are a few areas that could be improved upon. One drawback is that the show sometimes gets cut short due to sporting events or other weekly shows. This can be frustrating for fans who are eagerly looking forward to a full episode but have it abruptly end due to scheduling conflicts. It would be beneficial if there was more consistency in episode length to provide listeners with a satisfying listening experience every time.

    In conclusion, The Buckeye Show podcast is a must-listen for any fan of Ohio State football. With its knowledgeable hosts, entertaining personalities, and comprehensive coverage, this podcast delivers everything fans could want and more. Whether you're a die-hard Buckeyes supporter or simply interested in staying up to date with the latest news and analysis, The Buckeye Show podcast is sure to become your go-to source for all things Ohio State football.



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    The Buckeye Show July, 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 105:49


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    Happy Thursday! It's an Austin and Birm edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with what is on our minds about Buckeye Football just three weeks away from Training Camp. The three of us were at Ohio State's Basketball practice today, and we give out what we took away from it. Mick Walker of Lettermen Row joins the guys in studio, and we go on the recruiting trail. Dabo Swinney and James Franklin had things to say at ACC Media Days today in the College Football Pulse. Ohio State released their Dudes of the Week. Should Anthony Thompson be the best player on the Ohio State Basketball team? #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show July, 15, 2026

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    Happy Wednesday! Matt Fontana and Justin Zwick co-host this edition of the Buckeye Show. We are 1 week away from the commitment from David Gabriel Georges, and we breakdown the battle between Ohio State and Tennessee. Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts joins the guys to talk about that looming commitment and the World Cup. Julian Sayin is rated as a top deep ball passer in College Football. Lots happening at ACC Media Days in the College Football Pulse. We dive into the transfers on the defensive side of the ball for Ohio State. We look at the top Big Ten games next season. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show July, 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 104:27


    Austin and Television's Brandon Beam on a Tuesday night. Austin speaks with OSU's Jaylen McClain. It's a Three Thoughts Tuesday with Austin. Tom Herman gets a new job. Plus, Television's Adam King joins the show and Birm talks all things OSU!

    The Buckeye Show July, 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 105:23


    Happy Monday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with Austin recapping his trip to Wyoming and encountering antelopes. We dive into the Michigan/Warde Manuel situation. Ohio State's schedule this season could be historically tough. Three Thoughts on a Monday around Jaylen McClain. Washington is in a lot of debt in the College Football Pulse. If we had to relegate 3 Big Ten programs, who would they be? Does old win now in college football? College Fantasy Football is back. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show July, 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 106:46


    Brandon Beam and Pat Murphy pose the question of whether an Ohio State coach can win a Coach of the Year in the Big Ten. Tim May joins the show for Beers and Buckeyes. And there is a real, prestige worldwide situation brewing in college football.

    The Buckeye Show July, 9, 2026

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    Happy Thursday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open discussing who the real Hoop Head is on the show. Ohio State to play in an exhibition event with Cincinnati, Xavier, and Dayton, and we give our thoughts on it. We go on the recruiting trail with Mick Walker of Lettermen Row. Would you rather have Ohio State be named an unquestioned Team or the Decade or what they are now? Tampering could become legal in the College Football Pulse. We discuss if Jeremiah Smith will break all 3 Ohio State receiving records, and when he will do it. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show July, 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 105:00


    Beam and Justin Zwick on a Wednesday spectacular. How close is Jeremiah Smith to the Triple Crown at Ohio State? What are the projections for Ohio State's season? Is there a fanbase crazier than OSU? Plus, Austin Ward drops by!

    The Buckeye Show July, 7, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 104:04


    Austin and Beam on a Tuesday night show. What OSU games remind us of the US performance? Birm joins us in studio to talk all things Ohio State. Media days are upon us. And who's gonna get the ball the most this season?

    The Buckeye Show July, 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 104:58


    Happy Monday! Brandon Beam co-hosts with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with a recap of Austin's trip to Alaska, his chaotic flight home, and the Marysville Marathon. The race for David Gabriel Georges is getting tight between Ohio State and Tuesday. We hear why you shouldn't be late for a practice at Ohio State. Television's Adam King joins the guys in studio. You can live in the Heisman House in the College Football Pulse. How much stock do we put into who was chosen for media days? PFF's Top 50 College Football players is full of Buckeyes. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show July, 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 106:48


    Happy Thursday! Dylan Tyrer and Patrick Murphy co-host this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with the USMNT's Round of 32 win, and we give our thoughts on the Jett Harrison commitment. Cortez Hankton hasn't skipped a beat in recruiting highly-rated WR recruits. Garrick Hodge joins the show to breakdown what Jett Harrison will bring to Columbus. We look at this years team and what players are underrated coming into the season. High expectations are set on CJ Carr and Notre Dame in the College Football Pulse. Could we see a jersey patch sponsor on Ohio State's uniforms in the near future? We chat Buckeye Football with Joey Kaufman. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show July, 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 104:09


    Happy Wednesday! Brandon Beam is in with Justin Zwick for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with the news of Jett Harrison committing to Ohio State, and we give our thoughts on that addition to the 2028 class. A live reaction to the news of Jaylen Brown getting traded to the Sixers. Julian Sayin gives his potential breakout candidates for this Ohio State football team. We chat with former Ohio State LB Joshua Perry. The NIL prices this summer could reach record numbers. The Pac-12 is BACK in the College Football Pulse. Where Ohio State's three biggest games rank in College Football. We talk Buckeye Recruiting with Spencer Holbrook. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 107:28


    Happy Tuesday! Brandon Beam is in with Patrick Murphy for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with Pat recapping his World Cup experience for us. Ohio State Football hired an NFL Scout, and we break that down. Pat takes us through the Ohio State transfers that left and how they are looking with their new teams this summer. We chat with Steve Helwagen as he was at Ohio State's basketball practice today. We look at potential Preseason Football All-Americans, plus what Ohio State players could come out of nowhere to earn those honors. 10 CFP Guarantees in the College Football Pulse. We talk World Cup with Neil Sika in studio, and Mick Walker joins the show to talk about Ohio State recruiting. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 106:56


    Happy Monday! Brandon Beam is with Justin Zwick for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with the news today of Five-Star Defensive Lineman Marcus Fakatou committing to Ohio State. We relive the 2021 Ohio State recruiting class, and breakdown the changes in eligibility in college athletics plus how it impacts Ohio State. We go on the recruiting trail with Birm. We chat about Big Ten games we are most looking forward to. John Mateer rebuilt his throwing motion in the College Football Pulse. Dudes of the Week. Tony Gerdeman joins the show. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 39:42


    Beam and Tim May for an hour on a Friday night. Jeremiah Smith makes history. We'll have some beers (and probably a lot of them) and Buckeyes with Pat Murphy live from the World Cup, and Dylan Tyrer drops by to preview the NHL draft!

    The Buckeye Show June, 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 95:16


    Beam is back alongside Tim May on a Thursday night! Bruce heads to H-Town, the Woody needs renovating, and the NCAA makes some rule changes. Plus, what's Tim's big thoughts on this Buckeye Team?

    The Buckeye Show June, 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 93:43


    Matt Fontana and DeVier Posey on a Wednesday night! NCAA Football 27 ratings are out. Jim Tressel receives a major honor. And what are Ohio State's best position groups heading into the fall.

    The Buckeye Show June, 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 105:36


    Austin and Birm talk with Cleveland.com's Stefan Krasjnick about his thoughts on what he has seen out of the Buckeye workouts. Mick Walker also joined to talk about the last Official Visit weekend that just happened. And the guys debate who is the most exciting new starter on the offense and defense.

    The Buckeye Show June, 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 105:12


    Matt Fontana and DeVier Posey on a Monday Night spectacular. Dusty May leaves TTUN. OSU makes some recruiting offers. DeVier talks about summer camps and workouts. Final official visits. And we prognosticate the Big 10!

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    The Buckeye Show June, 18, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 105:12


    Happy Thursday! This is an Austin and Birm edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with our takeaways from Ohio State Summer Camp. Jett Harrison has landed, and we talk about how his workouts went. 10TV's Adam king joins us in studio. Mick Walker of Lettermen Row talks recruiting with the guys in studio. The Protect College Sports Act is heading to the Senate Floor in the College Football Pulse. Jake Diebler invited us to practice today, and we breakdown what we saw. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 17, 2026

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    Happy Wednesday! Matt Fontana and Justin Zwick co-host this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with what's happening at Ohio State Summer Camp. We do our weekly chat with Austin Ward. Paul Finebaum thinks Ohio State has a better chance at winning the National Championship than missing the Playoff despite their schedule. Former Ohio State LB Joshua Perry joins the show. Lane Kiffin is calling his shot in the College Football Pulse. David Gabriel Georges cut his list of schools to 3 during the show, and it includes Ohio State. Hartline ranks Ohio State WRs he coached. Jake Diebler broke down how they built the backcourt for next season. We give US Open picks, #Buckeyes, and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 105:11


    Matt Fontana and Austin Ward on a Tuesday Night! Austin was out at OSU Summer Camp, we'll hear his thoughts. Birm joins the show to discuss the latest on the recruiting trail. The Brendan Sorsby saga comes to a conclusion, and the NFLPA supports a Senate Bill.

    The Buckeye Show June, 15, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 95:11


    Matt Fontana and Pat Murphy on a Monday Night Spectacular. OSU Men's Basketball Head Coach Jake Diebler joins the show. We make an all OSU World Cup team. LJ Smith joins the 2026 basketball class. Football Recruiting Updates. And the Brendan Sorsby story just keeps on going.

    The Buckeye Show June, 12, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 106:54


    Tito and Pat Murphy on a Friday spectacular. Who could be heading to the NFL draft in 2027? Phil Steele picks Buckeyes to his All-American teams. The latest on Brent Sorsby. Plus, Tim May joins the show!

    The Buckeye Show June, 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 105:14


    Happy Thursday! Tito and Birm co-host this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with ranking the top 25 Coaches in the College Football. Stewart Mandel of the Athletic joins the show and we get his thoughts on the Brendan Sorsby situation. We look at coaches that have the most to lose in 2026. The Big Ten will not prohibit schools from playing Texas Tech in the College Football Pulse. We make some predictions on win totals for teams in the Big Ten. Birm talks about why it's harder for players joining in the summer to make an immediate impact. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 104:46


    Happy Wednesday! Matt Fontana and Justin Zwick co-host this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with the guys talking about how we could be seeing a player holding out in College Football like NFL players hold out of OTAs. We dive into the latest on the Brandon Sorsby situation. Joshua Perry joins the show, and he gives us his thoughts on the entire situation. Ohio State Summer Camp is underway, and JZ talks about when he was going to recruiting camps. Lincoln Riley is hiring a Director of AI in the College Football Pulse. We break down the current state of College Athletics. What's next for Cortez Hankton in Year 1 at Ohio State? #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 105:06


    Beam and Austin Ward on a Tuesday night spectacular. Ohio State announces the start of Fall Camp. Birm joins the show to discuss the first day of the summer session. Austin's Question of the Day talks offensive line. Plus, what is the fallout of the Brendan Sorsby situation? Also, Rhymer has questionable Pixar takes

    The Buckeye Show June, 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 106:48


    Happy Monday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with how our week at the Memorial Tournament went and Ryan Day getting inducted into the New Hampshire Hall of Fame. We react to the news of Brendan Sorsby getting a ruling from a judge to give him eligibility. What does a fully healthy offensive line do for the growth in Ohio State's offense? We go on the recruiting trail with Mick Walker of Lettermen Row. We do some buy/sell in the College Football Pulse. It's a Three Thoughts Monday taking us to Summer Camp at Ohio State. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 5, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 105:14


    Dylan Tyrer and Pat Murphy on a Friday night spectacular. The Fan and Ohio State are at the Memorial Tournament. How do OSU fans feel heading into the new year? Where are the newcomers positioned nationally? Plus, Andrew Gillis of Cleveland.com is on the recruiting trail, and what are your favorite Columbus summer events?

    The Buckeye Show June, 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 107:19


    Happy Thursday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with the Memorial Tournament getting underway. We're anxious to see what Ohio State football players participate in the voluntary summer workouts. There are some more upgrades coming to the Horseshoe. Spencer Holbrook of Lettermen Row joins the guys and he tells us about his time at Jack's Place. It's a Three Thoughts Thursday. A Super League could be coming in the College Football Pulse. What would be considered a successful season for Ja'Kobi Jackson at Ohio State? Beam tells a story from his caddying days at Muirfield. Who are the best Non-QB Playmakers in College Football? #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 106:02


    Beam and JZ on a Wednesday Night Show! Ohio State represents out at the Memorial Tournament. Where do Ohio State's newcomers rank against the rest of the nation's? Nick Saban talks Alabama money. Plus, Adam Jardy lets us know about OSU hoops offseason, and Joshua Perry and Pat Murphy join the show!

    The Buckeye Show June, 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 107:02


    Happy Tuesday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with not understanding why Indiana gets a lot more national buzz than Ohio State. Television's Adam King joins us live from Muirfield Village. We go on the recruiting trail with Birm and he gives us a recap of the past weekend with Official Visits. The Ohio State-Texas trash talk has already begun. The Big Ten and SEC release a joint statement in the College Football Pulse. We take a look at the depth of the Ohio State Basketball team for this season. Which newcomers via the portal or recruiting class will help Ohio State out this season? #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show June, 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 106:48


    Happy Monday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with our burning Buckeye thoughts around the Ohio State Basketball team as Jake Diebler spoke today. Who are some Ohio State players to watch in summer workouts on both sides of the ball? Myles Garrett got traded today. Where would stopping him rank as most impossible things to do, and could we see trades in College Football? We're mad about CFP broadcast times in the College Football Pulse. We realized something about Ohio State in the College Football Hall of Fame. What is the expectation of Anthony Thompson in his freshman year? #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show May, 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 108:12


    Happy Friday! Brandon Beam is in with Patrick Murphy for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with a big weekend coming up for Ohio State with Official Visits. The Horseshoe is getting new Wi-Fi. We do Beer N Buckeyes with Tony Gerdeman. We look at how some Ohio State transfers are being ranked. Curt Cignetti has a message for the NCAA in the College Football Pulse. Julian Sayin has some added motivation. Which Ohio State QB would we recruit again, and Pat went on a secret mission to the Woody. Texas/Texas Tech Drama, #Buckeyes, and more!

    The Buckeye Show May, 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 104:57


    Happy Thursday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We are 100 days from Ohio State kicking off their season. We answer Austin's QOTD in regard to the kicking game for the Buckeyes. Mick Walker joins the guys in studio to hit on all things recruiting. There are not good vibes at Florida State in the College Football Pulse. Austin gets fired up over a QB ranking, and we try to pinpoint how many Ohio State games will be at Noon. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show May, 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 105:06


    Happy Wednesday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with some more kickoff times getting announced for the Ohio State football schedule, and we dive into that. We talk about most forgettable Ohio State Bowl Games. Former Buckeye LB Joshua Perry joins the show, and we talk with him about the bill that's trying to be passed to save College Sports. We answer Austin's first QOTD of how much Ohio State's passing attack will change under Arthur Smith. SEC coaches were duped in the College Football Pulse. Austin's second QOTD pertains to the Running Back room and what the rotation will look like. We react to a ranking of College Football Coaches. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show May, 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 106:32


    Happy Tuesday! Brandon Beam is in with Justin Zwick for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with a recap of our Memorial Day weekends. Ohio State opens the season vs Ball State as 49.5-point favorites, and new turf is on the way. Adam King joins us in studio to talk about his time in Cleveland yesterday. We hit the recruiting trail with Birm and he catches us up on all Ohio State recruiting. We do a deep dive on the Ohio State schedule for this year. Two SEC coaches have something very interesting things to say in the College Football Pulse. We do a College Football Quarterbacks Draft. We do our weekly chat with Austin Ward. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show May, 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 106:07


    Happy Friday! Brandon Beam is in with Patrick Murphy for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with Pat's thoughts on potential Playoff expansion, and we get his Buckeye thoughts on the defensive line. DeShaun Thomas made a recommitment post and it gave us a discussion of what Ohio State Basketball and Football players we would want to bring back for this year's teams. Steve Sarkisian and Cody Campbell have things to say in the College Football Pulse. Stefan Krajisnik joins the guys and gives his thoughts on what Buckeye he would bring back. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show May, 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 107:33


    Happy Thursday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with our burning Buckeye thoughts and Ohio State will play Kansas in December. How would an expanded playoff have helped Ohio State in the past? We breakdown different players on offense and defense that are coming back from injury. Ohio State LB Coach James Laurinaitis joins the show. Coach O is back and Lane Kiffin talks Big Ten vs SEC in the College Football Pulse. #Buckeyes and more!

    The Buckeye Show May, 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 106:38


    Beam and Justin Zwick on a Wednesday night spectacular. Tony Petiti hates the idea of a 16 team playoff. What Big 10 teams are we in and out on? People are talking Notre Dame. Plus, Austin Ward, Joshua Perry, and Spencer Holbrook join the show!

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