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102.9 ESPN is home to Missoula's ONLY interactive daily sports talk show. Tune in as Montana's 2017 Sportscaster of the Year, Ryan Tootell, and co-host Colter Nuanez talk local and national sports with a comedic, philosophical and balanced approach. With a rotating list of featured guests and sports…

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    Nuanez Now May 15, 2025 - Hour 2 - NHL Playoffs, CWDKS

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 46:41


    Hayden Smith talks NHL Playoffs and a stunning loss by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Plus: The Chick Who Doesn't Know Sports is under the weather but shakes it off to bring you a hilarious segment.

    Nuanez Now May 15, 2025 - Hour 1 - Peyton Size, NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 50:41


    Peyton Size, volleyball and basketball star at Missoula Sentinel, visits the studio for a Senior Spotlight. Plus: updates from the Big Sky track championships and plenty of NBA Playoffs talk.

    Nuanez Now May 14, 2025 - Hour 2 - Lyle Weese, Doug Fraley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 45:55


    With the Big Sky outdoor track championships already underway, head coaches Lyle Weese of Montana State and Doug Fraley of Montana join the ESPN Roundtable.

    Nuanez Now May 14, 2025 - Hour 1 - Golf, Callahan O'Reilly

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 50:44


    Colter Nuanez has a question - is Rory McIlroy in the top 10 golfers of all time? Could he be with a win at the PGA Championship this weekend? Plus: former Montana State linebacker Callahan O'Reilly joins the show to talk about his experience playing in the UFL.

    Nuanez Now May 13, 2025 - Hour 2 - Griz Baseball, Garden City Shootout

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 45:34


    Keaton Terrell of the Griz baseball team visits the studio to discuss their run to the NCBA World Series - and how you can help the club team get there. Plus: Josh Jones visits the studio to plug the Garden City Shootout, a Missoula summer tradition, and Colter Nuanez and Andrew Houghton key in on crucial NBA playoff matchups.

    Nuanez Now May 13, 2025 - Hour 1 - Prep Storylines, Ryan Schulte

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 51:21


    It's a prep-focused first hour as Colter Nuanez talks about some of the best high school spring season storylines. Plus: Helena High softball coach Ryan Schulte, and this week's Treasure State Stars.

    Nuanez Now May 12, 2025 - Hour 2 - Spring Football, NBA Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 47:23


    Colter Nuanez finishes emptying his notebook from the Montana and Montana State spring games with a look at some of the individual standouts. Plus: Colter and Andrew Houghton react to the Dallas Mavericks beating the odds to secure the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft.

    Nuanez Now May 12, 2025 - Hour 1 - NFL Draft, PGA Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 49:43


    With their contracts officially signed, Colter Nuanez thinks Junior Bergen and Tommy Mellott have a shot at something few players from Montana have achieved - genuine NFL celebrity. Plus: a first look at the betting favorites for the PGA Championship.

    Nuanez Now May 9, 2025 - Hour 2 - Rajiem Seabrook

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 46:51


    Colter Nuanez and Rajiem Seabrook go heavy on the NBA playoffs, including Rajiem's Knicks and all the other underdogs making noise in the second round.

    Nuanez Now May 9, 2025 - Hour 1 - Rajiem Seabrook

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 49:54


    Colter Nuanez and Rajiem Seabrook rap about all things sports, from the proposed 16-team college football playoff to Montana kids in the NFL and much more.

    Nuanez Now May 8, 2025 - Hour 2 - CWDKS, Michael Schlact

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 42:15


    The Chick Who Doesn't Know Sports talks NFL Draft lawsuits and more. Plus: It's almost Pioneer League baseball season! Geoff Safford catches up with Missoula Paddleheads manager Michael Schlact.

    Nuanez Now May 8, 2025 - Hour 1 - Thomas Ford, Hunter Loesch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 56:09


    Colter Nuanez starts his survey of the non-Montana schools in the Big Sky Conference by chatting with first-year Idaho football coach Thomas Ford. Plus: Corvallis thrower Hunter Loesch, who owns the top javelin mark in the country, joins the show.

    Nuanez Now May 7, 2025 - Hour 2 - Kalyn Kahler, Hayden Harris

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 44:28


    National ESPN writer Kalyn Kahler joins the ESPN Roundtable to discuss her widely-read feature on "Prospect X" -- who this year was none other than Montana State star Tommy Mellott. Plus: former Griz defensive lineman Hayden Harris joins the show after receiving a undrafted free agent deal in the NFL and also being picked in the CFL Draft.

    Nuanez Now May 7, 2025 - Hour 1 - Matt Brown, NHL Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 56:16


    Matt Brown of the Extra Points newsletter joins the show to talk recent developments in college athletics, including Shaq - yes, that Shaq - taking a role as GM at Sac State. Plus: Hayden Smith and Geoff Safford recap the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

    Nuanez Now May 6, 2025 - Hour 2 - NBA, Chris Citowicki

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 45:47


    The three top contenders in the NBA all lost the first game of their second-round series. Colter Nuanez and Andrew Houghton discuss the aftermath, and whether any of the Celtics, Cavs or Thunder are in serious trouble. Plus: Griz soccer coach Chris Citowicki provides an offseason update.

    Nuanez Now May 6, 2025 - Hour 1 - Eli Field, Larry Flanagan, Treasure State Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 51:25


    Frenchtown softball head coach Eli Field visits the studio. Plus: info on a local trap shooting event, this week's Treasure State Stars, and analysis of the Montana Grizzlies' two latest football transfer commits.

    Nuanez Now May 5, 2025 - Hour 2 - Spring Football, Jac Coyne

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 44:07


    Colter Nuanez examines the high stakes this season for Montana and Montana State football after spring ball wraps up. Plus: Jac Coyne of the MCLA joins Geoff Safford to preview the college club lacrosse national tournaments.

    Nuanez Now May 5, 2025 - Hour 1 - News Briefs, Spring Football

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 50:44


    Colter Nuanez shares all the sports news from the weekend around the state, including track records falling at both the high school and college levels. Plus: further analysis of the encouraging signs from spring football for both the Griz and the 'Cats.

    Nuanez Now May 1, 2025 - Hour 2 - CWDKS, Owen Graves

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 43:09


    Rajiem Seabrook gives his thoughts on the NFL Draft, and the Chick Who Doesn't Know Sports walks us through the latest twists in Bill Belichick's relationship. Plus: Griz lax midfielder Owen Graves joins Geoff Safford for a national tournament preview.

    Nuanez Now May 1, 2025 - Hour 1 - Rajiem Seabrook, Ben Bliven

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 52:12


    Rajiem Seabrook joins Colter Nuanez in studio, giving his opinion on all things NBA Playoffs. Plus: star sprinter Ben Bliven of Kalispell Flathead joins the show for a Senior Spotlight.

    Nuanez Now April 30, 2025 - Hour 2 - Griz Tennis, Sydney Brewster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 45:14


    The conference champs are in the studio! Head coach Jason Brown and star freshman Duncan McCall of Griz tennis join the ESPN Roundtable after taking the Big Sky crown over the weekend. Plus: record-breaking thrower Sydney Brewster of Montana State track joins the show.

    Nuanez Now April 30, 2025 - Hour 1 - Sam Herder, NHL Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 55:53


    National FCS insider Sam Herder joins Colter Nuanez to talk the balance of power in the subdivision, how the FCS fared in the NFL Draft and more. Plus: Geoff Safford and Hayden Smith went head-to-head on the NHL Playoffs as the first round starts to wrap up.

    Nuanez Now April 29, 2025 - Hour 2 - Tommy Mellott, Business Angle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 48:31


    Colter Nuanez catches up one-on-one with Tommy Mellott after his selection in the NFL Draft on Saturday. Plus: University of Montana business professor Justin Angle joins the show to talk Shedeur Sanders' fall, Shaq taking a position at Sac State and more.

    Nuanez Now April 29, 2025 - Hour 1 - Treasure State Stars, Keelan White

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 54:27


    Colter Nuanez sets the scene at the Press Box as former Griz receiver Keelan White waits to hear his name called in the first round of the CFL Draft. After this week's Treasure State Stars, White joins the show live shortly after being picked by the Ottawa Redblacks.

    Nuanez Now April 28, 2025 - Hour 2 - Montana State Spring Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 46:23


    Colter Nuanez was in Bozeman for the annual Sonny Holland Spring Classic. In this hour, he shares his takeaways from the Bobcats' spring game, including who stood out, what the depth chart looks like and where questions still lie for Montana State.

    Nuanez Now April 28, 2025 - Hour 1 - NFL Draft Recap, CWDKS

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 54:36


    Colter Nuanez recaps the NFL Draft that saw two Montanans get their name called - and the post-draft frenzy that saw several more Big Sky Conference stars get NFL opportunities. Plus: the Chick Who Doesn't Know Sports stops by with her own unique post-draft recap.

    Nuanez Now April 24, 2025 - Hour 2 - CWDKS, Reece McIntosh

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 43:02


    The Chick Who Doesn't Know Sports talks JJ Redick, Shaq and which famous athletes are good dancers. Plus: Geoff Safford catches up with Griz lax midfielder Reece McIntosh.

    Nuanez Now April 24, 2025 - Hour 1 - NFL Draft, NHL Playoffs, Coral Old Bull

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 61:54


    Colter Nuanez and Andrew Houghton break down the NFL Draft from both a Big Sky Conference and more national perspective. Plus: Hayden Smith on the first games of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Andrew catches up with Billings Central hoops star Coral Old Bull for a Senior Spotlight.

    Nuanez Now April 23, 2025 - Hour 2 - Trenton Greene

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 44:39


    New Montana State cornerbacks coach Trenton Greene joins Colter Nuanez on the ESPN Roundtable. Plus: Checking in on the NBA Playoffs.

    Nuanez Now April 23, 2025 - Hour 1 - News Briefs, NFL Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 54:10


    Colter Nuanez analyzes the latest bits of news from around the Treasure State, including Bozeman Gallatin star Jada Davis committing to Eastern Washington and new commits for Griz football and men's basketball. Plus: Colter ranks the top 10 Big Sky players he expects to be drafted or get NFL free agent contracts this weekend.

    Nuanez Now April 22, 2025 - Hour 2 - Jack Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 44:49


    Jack Marshall of SWX Montana joins the show to discuss the latest sports happenings in Helena, plus reveal his top moments of the winter sports season. Plus: Colter Nuanez and Andrew Houghton discuss the trajectory of college football and discuss a few first-round NBA series.

    Nuanez Now April 22, 2025 - Hour 1 - Ryan Roche, Brandon Casey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 55:02


    Missoula Big Sky baseball coach Ryan Roche joins the show to discuss the ups and downs of the Eagles' inaugural season. Plus: former Montana tackle Brandon Casey discusses his Draft prep as he hopes to get a shot at the NFL, and Colter Nuanez highlights this week's top performers on the Treasure State Stars.

    Nuanez Now April 21, 2025 - Hour 2 - Brett Vigen, Montana Football Schedule Changes, Geoff Safford

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 47:11


    Colter Nuanez would focus on college football to get things started in the 2nd hour of Monday's show. Ahead of their upcoming Spring Game Saturday, Nuanez would visit with Montana State Head football coach Brett Vigen. Nuanez would then take a look at some recent news involving the Montana Grizzlies and recent adjustments to their upcoming schedule.   To wrap up the show Colter would  bring on the voice of Griz Hockey Geoff Safford to share some thoughts on the first few days of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.  

    Nuanez Now April 21, 2025 - Hour 1 - NBA Playoffs, Keelan White

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 51:52


    Colter Nuanez got the week started on Nuanez Now sharing some thoughts on the NBA Playoffs after the first few games of the postseason. Nuanez would then shift his attention to the upcoming NFL Draft by visiting with former Montana Football standout Keelan White.  The duo would discuss what it was like preparing for NFL Pro Day workouts, and more. 

    Nuanez Now April 18, 2025 - Hour 2 - Rajiem Seabrook, Montana Football Talk, ‘Smart or Dumb'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 47:34


    Rajiem Seabrook was back in the saddle with Colter Nuanez in the 2nd hour of Friday's show. The duo would turn their attention to the gridiron to get rolling focusing on the Montana Grizzlies. Nuanez, and Seabrook would then debate topics on the national sports scene in a game of ‘Smart or Dumb.' 

    Nuanez Now April 18, 2025 - Hour 1 - Rajiem Seabrook, Transfer Portal Talk, Garden City Spotlight, Treasure State Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 51:07


    Colter Nuanez was riding shotgun with Rajiem Seabrook during Friday's edition of Nuanez Now. In the first hour of the show the pair would get things started with a discussion on the transfer portal. Nuanez, and Seabrook would then highlight athletes from Missoula, and the rest of the Treasure State that have had recent success in their respective sports. 

    Nuanez Now April 17, 2025 - Hour 2 - The Chick That Doesn't Know Sports, Tucker Sargent

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 48:37


    The 2nd hour of Thursday's Nuanez Now would get rolling with some laughs as Colter Nuanez would be joined by his weekly guest Carolyn ‘The Chick That Doesn't Know Sports.' Geoff Safford would then chip in sharing an interview with Montana Lacrosse head coach Tucker Sargent as the Grizzlies look ahead to the upcoming conference tournament. 

    Nuanez Now April 17, 2025 - Hour 1 - Shaun Rainey, Maddie Montoya, Kadynce Couture

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 53:25


    Colter Nuanez covered all the bases in Thursday's edition of Nuanez Now in the first hour of the show with a full slate of interviews. To get things kicked off Nuanez would visit with Shaun Rainey of SWX Montana to talk through the wide world of sports in the Treasure State and beyond. Nuanez would then shift his focus to the tee box visiting with Big Sky Women's Tournament Champion Maddie Montoya fresh off her recent victory for the Montana State Golf Team. Colter would then visit with a future Bobcat in Kadynce Couture, a graduating senior from Missoula Big Sky High School to wrap up the first hour of the show.

    Nuanez Now April 16, 2025 - Hour 2 - Josh Huestis, NHL Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 49:38


    Great Falls native and former NBA Draft pick Josh Huestis joins Colter Nuanez to highlight the upcoming Montana Elite Invitational. Plus: Geoff Safford and Hayden Smith debate the upcoming NHL playoffs.

    Nuanez Now April 16, 2025 - Hour 1 - RIP Larry Donovan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 52:19


    Colter Nuanez remembers former Griz football coach Larry Donovan, who passed away earlier this week. Plus: drama at the Big Sky women's golf championships as an unlikely Bobcat brings home the title.

    Nuanez Now April 15, 2025 - Hour 2 - NBA Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 42:33


    Colter Nuanez gets a rant off his chest about receivers transferring out of the Big Sky. Then, Colter and Andrew Houghton break down the NBA Playoffs, including what looks like a crowded Western Conference field.

    Nuanez Now April 15, 2025 - Hour 1 - News Briefs, Erin Wilde

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 59:13


    Colter Nuanez and Andrew Houghton debate if we're going into a dead period on the sports calendar and what impact the recent Montana State women's basketball transfers will have on the program. Plus: Whitefish native and star Montana high jumper Erin Wilde joins the show.

    Nuanez Now April 14, 2025 - Hour 2 - Griz Spring Game Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 43:55


    Who stood out at Montana's annual spring game? Colter Nuanez breaks down everything he saw on Friday. Plus: postgame sound from receiver Brooks Davis, quarterback Jake Jensen and head coach Bobby Hauck.

    Nuanez Now April 14, 2025 - Hour 1 - Masters, Lauren Greeny

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 55:40


    Colter Nuanez recaps the experience of watching Rory McIlroy's cathartic win over the weekend at the Masters. Plus: Montana State golfer Lauren Greeny joins the show in the midst of her historic season.

    Nuanez Now April 11, 2025 - Hour 2 - Samuel Akem

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 48:27


    Colter and former Griz receiver Samuel Akem wrap up their Montana spring game preview with an in-depth look at every single position group for the Griz.

    Nuanez Now April 11, 2025 - Hour 1 - Samuel Akem

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 51:30


    Former Griz wide receiver Samuel Akem joins Colter Nuanez in the Washington-Grizzly Stadium press box to preview Montana's spring game. Plus: Grading NFL offseason quarterback moves, and a look at the Montana Elite Invitational basketball rosters.

    Nuanez Now April 10, 2025 - Hour 2 - CWDKS, Joey Cortner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 45:35


    The Chick Who Doesn't Know Sports makes her TV debut. Plus: Geoff Safford catches up with Joey Cortner after the Griz lax goalie won a national award.

    Nuanez Now April 10, 2025 - Hour 1 - Griz Spring Ball, Prep Track

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 55:36


    With the Griz spring game one day away, Colter Nuanez breaks down Montana's depth on the defensive line. Plus: Colter and Andrew Houghton talk shocking NBA moves, and Colter updates the best prep track times from around the state.

    Nuanez Now April 9, 2025 - Hour 2 - Andrew Schmidt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 48:36


    Former Griz running back Andrew Schmidt joins the show for his annual segment previewing and prognosticating The Masters. Plus: Colter Nuanez provides a breakdown of Montana's shaky depth at a key position heading into the Griz spring game.

    Nuanez Now April 9, 2025 - Hour 1 - Sam Herder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 52:41


    FCS insider Sam Herder joins Colter Nuanez for a super-sized segment on just what Sacramento State is hoping to accomplish by moving up to FBS as an independent - and what that might mean for the other teams in the Big Sky. Plus: talking hockey with Hayden Smith!

    Nuanez Now April 8, 2025 - Hour 2 - Ryan Tootell

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 50:01


    It's a Ryan Tootell double feature, as he joins Colter Nuanez to discuss Florida's third-ever national title and preview the Masters.

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