The Cold Omaha Podcast Network

The Cold Omaha Minnesota Wild podcast has finally arrived! Nic Hallett and Tom Schreier from ColdOmaha.com reminisce about their old morning show, The Wake Up Call, on 105 The Ticket, discuss Mike Yeo's firing and set their expectations for the team going forward. Follow us on Twitter (@nicolashallett and @tschreier3) as well as the group (@ColdOmahaMN). Also, be sure to check out our website, ColdOmaha.com, for all things Minnesota sports.

Tom Schreier and Zach Bennett of ColdOmaha.com and Tim Faklis (Sporting News, A Wolf Among Wolves) get Chris Reichert on the phone to talk about his coverage of the D-League for Upside & Motor, which is part of the Hardwood Paroxysm Network. The guys also talk about Sam Mitchell's decision to pull his starters in the Milwaukee Bucks games and the Timberwolves lawsuit regarding the use of Flash Seats. Follow the guys on Twitter: Tom (@tschreier3), Zach (@ZacharyBD) and Tim (@timfaklis). You can check out Chris' stuff on UpsideMotor.com and follow him on Twitter (@Chris_Reichert). Also be sure to check out ColdOmaha.com for all things Minnesota sports and follow the group (@ColdOmahaMN) and like our Facebook page.

Sam and Sam are back with betting tips for the election and the Kentucky Derby. They also make their post-trade deadline predictions for the NHL and take an early peek at NFL win totals.

Tom Schreier and Zach Bennett of ColdOmaha.com discuss wins over the Boston Celtics and New Orleans Pelicans and the player development that is taking place among the young corps of Minnesota Timberwolves with Tim Faklis of The Sporting News and A Wolf Among Wolves. They also dissect Jon Krawczynski's tweet about Sam Mitchell returning as head coach next year and discuss the his merits and pitfalls as interim coach, as well as the importance of establishing a strong culture going forward. Follow Zach (@ZacharyBD), Tim (@timfaklis) and Tom (@tschreier3) on Twitter, as well as the entire group (@ColdOmahaMN). Also, check out ColdOmaha.com/podcasts for all of our Minnesota-Centric audio greatness and use our Amazon link, www.coldomaha.com/amazon when making purchases.

Matt Femrite from Nylon Calculus and Hardwood Paroxysm joins Zach Bennett, Tom Schreier and Tim Faklis (Sporting News, A Wolf Among Wolves) to discuss advanced basketball stats and pink, fluffy video game characters. Femrite discusses which stats are worth following and which ones to avoid. Then the guys talk about Ricky Rubio rumors, who the Wolves should be targeting in the NBA draft and whether they would rather have Karl-Anthony Towns or Anthony Davis. Follow Matt (@FattMemrite), Tim (@timfaklis), Zach (@ZacharyBD) and Tom (@tschreier3) on Twitter, as well as Cold Omaha (@ColdOmahaMN) and be sure to visit ColdOmaha.com. Part of the Cold Omaha Podcast Network. Visit coldomaha.com/podcasts for more Minnesota-Centric Audio Greatness.

Sam Ekstrom and Sam Verhulst rehash their picks over NBA All-Star Weekend, then they discuss some bets for the NBA and NCAA playoffs before diving into MLB win totals.

Tim Faklis (A Wolf Among Wolves, Sporting News) joins Tom Schreier and Zach Bennett of Cold Omaha as they break down an All-Star Weekend where Zach LaVine was MVP of the Rising Stars Challenge and won the dunk contest and Karl-Anthony Towns won the Skills Challenge. Tom thinks the Wolves should push for the playoffs, as desperate as they might be, and Tim and Zach think he's nuts. The guys also discuss Glen Taylor's recent comments about the team, as told to Charley Walters of the St. Paul Pioneer Press, and touch on the team beating the Bulls, Clippers and Raptors before break. Follow Tim (@timfaklis), Zach (@ZacharyBD) and Tom (@tschreier3) on Twitter, as well as Cold Omaha (@ColdOmahaMN) and be sure to visit ColdOmaha.com. Part of the Cold Omaha Podcast Network. Visit coldomaha.com/podcasts for more Minnesota-Centric Sports Audio Greatness.

Tim Faklis (A Wolf Among Wolves, Sporting News) joins Tom Schreier and Zach Bennett of Cold Omaha as they break down an All-Star Weekend where Zach LaVine was MVP of the Rising Stars Challenge and won the dunk contest and Karl-Anthony Towns won the Skills Challenge. Tom thinks the Wolves should push for the playoffs, as desperate as they might be, and Tim and Zach think he's nuts. The guys also discuss Glen Taylor's recent comments about the team, as told to Charley Walters of the St. Paul Pioneer Press, and touch on the team beating the Bulls, Clippers and Raptors before break. Follow Tim (@timfaklis), Zach (@ZacharyBD) and Tom (@tschreier3) on Twitter, as well as Cold Omaha (@ColdOmahaMN) and be sure to visit ColdOmaha.com. Part of the Cold Omaha Podcast Network. Visit coldomaha.com/podcasts for more Minnesota-Centric Sports Audio Greatness.

Sam Ekstrom and Sam Verhulst review the Super Bowl from a betting standpoint, speak to their buddy West Coast Ross about the unbeatable Golden State Warriors and share some unique lines you might not see in your everyday sportsbook.

Tim and Zach welcome Britt Robson (MinnPost) and Andy Grimsrud (Punch-Drunk Wolves) to the program for what can be described as delightful, thoughtful and nuanced conversation in regards to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Be sure to check out Britt and Andy's work at MinnPost.com and PunchDrunkWolves.com, respectively. And if you don't already, follow them on Twitter: @BrittRobson, @PDWolves for some of Britt and Andy's written work.

Sam and Sam talk Super Bowl lines and props, election odds and create some Four Team Parlays Guaranteed to Fail.

Co-hosts Zach Bennett, Tim Faklis, and producer Tom Schreier go over recent news and pertinent storylines. Why do we compare Andrew Wiggins to Karl-Anthony Towns? Have Shabazz Muhammad and Ricky Rubio regressed throughout January? What if Zach LaVine never misses another shot? Some serious hypotheticals, and more. Follow the dudes on Twitter: @ZacharyBD, @TimFaklis @TSchreier3. Follow Cold Omaha: @ColdOmahaMN

Zach Bennett and Tom Schreier of Cold Omaha and Tim Faklis of the Sporting News and Vice Sports are joined by Seth Partnow, editor of Nylon Calculus and Fancy Stats contributor to the Washington Post, to discuss the Wolves from an analytical perspective. Partnow graduated from Carlton College and has followed the Timberwolves since Kevin Garnett's first stint in Minnesota. Zach, Tim and Tom also break down last week's games, discuss Sam Mitchell's noteworthy comments at a recent practice and get into a little bit of a foodie discussion at the end. Follow Cold Omaha on Twitter: @ColdOmahaMN Follow Zach: @ZacharyBD Follow Tim: @timfaklis Follow Tom: @tschreier3 And follow Seth: @SethPartnow Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, either through the Cold Omaha Podcasts feed, or the show feed and leave us a comment and a rating.

The Wolves Wired podcast makes its debut on the Cold Omaha Podcast Network. Tim, Zach, and newcomer, Producer Tom, discussed the Wolves playoff chances -- provoked by some remarks Karl-Anthony Towns made in the wake of Sunday's 30-point win over Phoenix. The guys also talk about Britt Robson's interview with Sam Mitchell, and some general NBA topics, too.

Sam Ekstrom and Chris Schad delve into the NFC North championship game and also give out some year-end awards to the Minnesota Vikings.

It's the last episode of the year. Brian Dezelske gives you the advice you need to win your league, and Tom Schreier just talks about random stuff. It's a ton of fun. Thanks for listening to the Cold Omaha Fantasy Football podcast this year, and Happy Holidays!

Luke Inman is gone again... but Brian Dezelske has got you covered on your quest to win your league championship. Tom and Brian also discuss how many leagues we're considering next year and what format is the best.

Another Wednesday edition for Brian Dezelske, Luke Inman and Tom Schreier. This week we dish on the Vikings' blowout loss to the Seahawks before offering advice on how to dominate your fantasy football playoffs. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

It's a special Wednesday edition of the Cold Omaha Fantasy Football Podcast. Luke, Brian and Tom give some love for Mike Zimmer after the Vikings win over Atlanta and talk about the Wild's most recent meltdown. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier try to diagnose the Minnesota Wild's recent skid. Is Mike Yeo to blame?

Luke is back! Brian and Tom mess with him a bit for dipping out to do government work before discussing the Vikings' embarrassing loss to the Packers and diving into fantasy this week. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Once again Luke is gone...this time he's working for the government. Tom and Brian soldier on without him. Tom laments not starting a kicker this week, and Brian tells a story about a sketchy person in his league. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier are joined by Chris Schad to preview the big Vikings-Packers game. Sam and Tom also talk Wild and Wolves.

With Tom Schreier and Luke Inman out, Brian Dezelske takes over the show! He brings in Cold Omaha's Zach Bennett, who is the points leader in Tom's league, to brag about his recent success. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Tom Schreier and Kyle Fitzsimmons kick it off with some NBA talk before delving into the end of Grantland.com.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier report on what they heard at Winter Park earlier on Wednesday and preview the St. Louis Rams game. They also reflect on the touching Flip Saunders tribute during the Timberwolves home opener on Monday.

Luke returns from Amsterdam and tells Tom and Brian about his adventures overseas. The three discuss the Vikings win in Chicago before digging into this week in fantasy. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier say farewell to Gophers coach Jerry Kill, who retired suddenly Wednesday morning. They also rehash the illustrious career of Torii Hunter, who retired Monday evening.

Brian and Tom are joined by Luke...just kidding! Luke Inman is in Amsterdam, or so he says, so Brian Dezelske and Tom Schreier soldier on without him. We discuss the Vikings win, Flip's passing and a whole bunch of fantasy football madness. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Sam Ekstrom, Tom Schreier and Zach Bennett get together for a roundtable discussion recalling the life of Flip Saunders.

Luke's back! Tom picked up NFL legend Willie Snead, Brian gushes over Blake Bortles and Luke offers his insight on the Vikings after watching some tape. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Sam Ekstrom, Tom Schreier and Zach Bennett discuss the Lynx' third title in five years. Plus, they digest the incredible Game 5 between Toronto and Texas in the ALDS.

Luke abandons Brian and Tom once again. We give him a lot of crap, then mostly talk about Willie Snead (a guy you have to pick up this week). Brian also tries to bully Tom into doing daily fantasy. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- its all here!

Sam Ekstrom, Tom Schreier and Nic Hallett break down the Wild's season-opening victory over Colorado and get caught up with Minnesota United soccer.

Tom and Brian give Luke a hard time for not promoting the podcast and talk a little Vikings before diving into fantasy. Sits, starts and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Sam Ekstrom, Tom Schreier and Zach Bennett recap a horrific Minnesota sports weekend where the local teams went 0 for 6 in some pretty meaningful games.

Tom's terrible trades worked out! Brian and Luke -- the actual experts -- continue to offer advice on pickups, starts, sits and all the rest to help you win in your fantasy leagues this week.

Luke finally shows up! He joins Brian in harassing Tom due to his poor trades this week. Starts, sits and sleeper pickups -- it's all here!

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier rehash the Vikings win over Detroit and preview the Twins final 13 games.

Brian and Tom continue to soldier on without Luke. We discuss the devastating Vikings loss, then get into Brian's sits and starts, as well as sneaky pickups to look out for.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier are joined by Andy Carlson of Purple FTW! to talk Vikings and 49ers. Sam and Tom also speculate on the rumors of Ron Gardenhire going to Detroit.

Tom Schreier and Brian Dezelske preview the opening week of the NFL season from a fantasy perspective.

Sam Ekstrom and Nic Hallett spend a half hour freaking out about the Gophers' season-opening loss and their shoddy quarterback play.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier discuss the Vikings extended preseason and who/what merits concern heading into the regular season opener. They also preview the critical Twins-White Sox series at Target Field.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier explain how the Twins clawed back into the playoff race and what they can do to stay there. They also preview the Vikings upcoming preseason game against Dallas.

Sam Ekstrom and Zach Wright chat about the upcoming Gophers football season. Will Mitch Leidner improve? Where will Jeff Jones play? Can they beat TCU? Find out on the Cold Omaha Podcast.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier dive into the nitty gritty of the Norwood Teague scandal and the Patrick Kane sexual assault allegations.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier preview the Vikings game with Luke Inman, then talk fantasy football with Brian Dezelske. They're also joined by Viking running back Jerick McKinnon.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier are joined by Zach Bennett to talk hoops and Marcus Fuller of the Pioneer Press to digest the Norwood Teague resignation.

Sam Ekstrom and Chris Schad break down the first Vikings depth chart.

Sam Ekstrom and Tom Schreier dissect the Twins trade deadline deal and have Brandon Warne on the show to weigh in.