Voice of Motown Podcast (formerly Cue Country Roads)

Welcome to the Voice of Motown Podcast, where we bring you the latest news and analysis on West Virginia University sports. In this episode, we'll be diving into a variety of topics, including our thoughts on the WVU Spring game, the ongoing QB Battle, and whether WVU needs to add more talent to its WR room. We'll also be discussing the addition of a new transfer WR from Baylor and the potential for WVU to keep all its running backs together. Plus, we'll explore the question of whether Jimmy Bell is better suited for football or basketball and the impact of Syracuse transfer center Jesse Edwards. On the basketball front, we'll be looking at the potential guard transfer from Montana State, Raequan Battle. And of course, we can't forget about WVU Baseball and the latest updates from the NFL Draft predictions for Bryce Ford-Wheaton and Dante Stills. So if you're a Mountaineer fan looking for the latest news and analysis on all things WVU sports, be sure to tune in to the Voice of Motown Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cuecountryroads/support

Join us on as we dive into the latest on WVU basketball and football. We discuss Huggins' off-season priorities, WVU's biggest weakness last season, and more. We also share our thoughts on the Big 12's NCAA tournament results and whether this season was a success for WVU. Tune in to hear our thoughts on potential recruits for those three scholarship spots in basketball. Plus, we'll preview the upcoming football spring game and share our thoughts on the Rodney Gallahger's NIL deal with the Voice of Morgantown. Tune in to hear our take on these hot topics and more! #WVUBasketball #WVUFootball #Huggins #SpringGame #RodneyGallahger #NCAA #FinalFour #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball #Big12Conference #BlueAndGoldGame #DevinCarter #RosterUpdates --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cuecountryroads/support

We dive deep into the upcoming NCAA tournament game between West Virginia University and Maryland University. We take a close look at Maryland's offensive and defensive strategies under the leadership of their first-year head coach, Kevin Willard. Despite Maryland's impressive 16-1 home record, they have struggled on the road this season, with a 2-9 record. However, they are a big team with only two players under 6'5, and they have a strong defense, ranked 39th in adjusted defensive efficiency and 28th in 3pt attempts against. We also discuss the potential matchup between WVU and the Alabama Crimson Tide should WVU win against Maryland. Lastly, we discuss Syracuse University's head coach Jim Boeheim, who recently announced his retirement after a remarkable career, leaving behind a lasting legacy. Don't miss this episode for insightful analysis and in-depth discussion on all the latest news surrounding WVU basketball. #WVU #NCAATournament #MarchMadness #Maryland #KevinWillard #JahmirYoung #JulianReese #HakimHart #JimBoheim #Syracuse #CollegeBasketball --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

In this video, we dive into the latest West Virginia sports news, including highlights from WVU's spring football game and their upcoming NCAA Tournament appearance in basketball. We also discuss the speculation surrounding Bob Huggins' retirement after the 2023 season and whether Chris Beard could potentially take over as head coach. Additionally, we touch on the recent NIL recruiting violation at Miami University and the implications it may have for college sports. If you're a Mountaineer fan or just a college sports enthusiast, this video is for you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Brandon and Tyler give a game by game prediction of the 2023 WVU Football season. We also discuss our thoughts on if and when Neal Brown may be fired, the challenges facing the new Big 12 schools, and WVU's strengths entering the season. #wvu #wvufootball #hailwv #mountaineers --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Former WVU Basketball Star Drew Schifino joins the pod to talk about: -Former playing days -Dismissal from the basketball team -John Belein -Bob Huggins -WVU Basketball team -Big 12 Basketball -Predictions for how the Mountaineers finish the season -NIL and the Transfer Portal -Neal Brown -His Nephew, Jalen Hood-Schifino --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include the hiring of Blaine Stewart, Sean Reagans new role, and CJ Donaldson's big announcement. We also react to Neal Brown's end of the season press conference. Finally, we discuss WVU basketball's recent performances and if Bob Huggins can save the season before it is too late. We also discuss the performances of Eric Stevenson and James Okonkwo. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Thoughts on Chad Scott being hired as OC Can Neal Brown run a successful offense while fixing the football program? Why was Larry Harrison Fired, and was Bob Huggins involved? Analyzing the benefits of the DerMarr Johnson Hiring; What is causing WVU's free throw shooting woes? Wish list for changes WVU basketball should make to salvage the season --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Joe O'Quinn from the Troy Boyz podcast joins to discuss his thoughts on Neal Brown. Topics include: -What made Neal Brown successful at Troy -Thoughts on why Neal Brown is struggling at WVU -Player development -Recruiting -Thoughts on past player relations -Vic Koenning -Neal Brown as an offensive play caller -His favorite Neal Brown moments --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We interview former Troy Running Back, Tanner Blatt about his time playing for Neal Brown at Troy. Tanner is a member of the Air Force, and played two seasons at Troy under Neal Brown. We talk about why he chose to play for Neal Brown and Troy, the hardships he faced, and what led him to quit football. He also provides a great inside perspective for what it like for a player inside a Neal Brown coached team. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We discuss the passing of Mike Leach and his impact on modern college football. Next, we discuss Kaden Prather entering the transfer portal and how that affects WVU's receiving depth; we also discuss Casey Legg's retirement from football. We discuss our 3 things we would each like to see from WVU over the next 12 months including coaching changes, portal strategy, and how to handle Neal Brown. Finally, we discuss WVU basketballs wins over Navy and UAB, and finish things up with discussing the Chris Beard situation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We share our thoughts on WVU's new Athletic Director, Wren Baker. We also outline our expectations for Neal Brown in 2023. Transfer Updates including thoughts on Goose Crowder, JT Daniels, Charles Woods, and Reese Smith transfers Discussing who should start at QB for WVU in 2023 Recapping WVU Basketball's loss to Xavier and thoughts on upcoming schedule. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We discuss the current state of the WVU football program including where things stand with the athletic director search, Neal Browns future at WVU, consequences of possible scenarios, deadlines, a timeline of events, and more. We also share our thoughts on Shane Lyons interview on Talkline. Recap of the Oklahoma State Game including our thoughts on Jaylen Anderson and the impressive depth at the running back position. Finally, we discuss WVUs performance at the Phil Knight Tournament. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We recap the Kansas State game, discuss the football program's future, transfer and decommitment speculation, and preview the Oklahoma State game. Plus, we talk about Shane Lyons new job and discuss the basketball teams recent performances and upcoming games. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We discuss: Garrett Greene's Breakout Shane Lyons Out as AD Recapping WVU's win vs. Oklahoma Neal Brown's treatment of Garret Greene Neal Brown's job security Jordan Lesley and the improved defense Previewing Kansas State Transfer news Recapping WVU's win vs. Pitt --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We discuss the WVU Iowa State game, JT Daniels poor performance, the possible scenarios for Neal Brown employment at WVU, previewing the Oklahoma vs WVU game, and recapping the Mount St. Mary's vs. WVU game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We discuss the upcoming WVU vs. Iowa State matchup and preview players to watch, matchups, and give our predictions on the upcoming game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Discussing what went wrong with WVU's battle to upset the TCU Horned Frogs. 7 Reasons Why Neal Brown needs to be fired. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Grant McGalliard from the Purple Theory podcast joins to preview the upcoming TCU vs. WVU matchup. Topics include: Sonny Dykes impact on the program  Max Duggan's domination  Kendra Miller  Quentin Johnston  The TCU Defense  Defensive players to watch  Strengths and weakness of the Horned Frogs  Thoughts on the remainder of TCU's season including their chance to win the Big 12 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We evaluate why Neal Brown's West Virginia Mountaineers consistently fail to show up on the road. We also discuss if Neal Brown can save his job and the path to doing so. Finally, we recap WVU's loss to the Texas Tech Red Raiders in Lubbock, and discuss where WVU's game plan failed. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We preview the WVU vs. Texas Tech game including matchups to watch, players to know, and thoughts on how WVU should attack the Texas Tech Red Raiders. We also discuss the new Big 12 Conference schedule and how it may increase parity and add excitement to the new Big 12. Finally, we catch up on the Big 12 games from over the weekend and discuss how these results affect the remainder of WVU's schedule. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

We discuss the good, bad, and the ugly from WVU's exciting win over the Baylor Bears including the defense generating big turnovers, the outstanding game from the offensive line, Tony Mathis, Kaden Prather and more. We also discuss ideas on how WVU can improve it's leaky secondary. Finally, we discuss our thoughts on how the win over Baylor affects Neal Brown's job security. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Discussing what the expectations should be for a WVU head coach, catching up on the big 12 and reviewing the games from over the weekend, and previewing the upcoming WVU v. Baylor matchup including matchups to watch and analysis of strengths and weaknesses for the Baylor Bears football team. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include Neal Brown's record at WVU, coordinator accountability, CJ Donaldson, offensive and defensive highlights and lowlights, and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Previewing WVU vs. Texas including matchups to watch, Hudson Card vs. Quinn Ewers, stopping Bijan Robinson and Xavier Worthy, Neal Brown vs. Steve Sarkasian, Kansas and Jalon Daniels hot streak, and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Recapping WVU's win over Virginia Tech for the Black Diamond Trophy including analysis of WVU's dominance in the trenches, Kaden Prather, Justin Johnson, Jacoby Spells, and Neal Brown's improvements over the past two games. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Young player snap counts Running back rotation Kickoff team Sam Brown Re-evaluating Kansas after Houston win and Much More! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Matchups to watch Previewing VT's offense and defense Predictions Grant Wells Much more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Discussing Neal Brown's future at WVU, his deficiencies as a coach, what went wrong vs. Kansas, and previewing Towson --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Brad Smith from the Voice of Motown joins to discuss: • The top performers from the Pitt WVU game • The negatives from the Pitt WVU game • Mountaineers Nation Most Wanted (Neal Brown, Bryce Ford Wheaton, the Refs, and Wesley McCormick/Targeting) • Previewing the Kansas Jayhawks • Predictions --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Alan Saunders joins the pod to preview the Pitt WVU game with the Voice of Motown Podcast. Topics include: • Key matchups • Kedon Slovis • Graham Harrel and JT Daniels • Pitt's Strengths and weaknesses • Game Prediction • Over/Unders for the game • And more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Predicting every WVU game for the 2022 season plus movies that describe each game Jaret Doege transfers from Western Kentucky to Troy Checking in on Mountaineers in the NFL --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

2024 4-star wide receiver prospect from Wheeling Park High School, Jerrae "Tank" Hawkins joins the pod to discuss: His recruitment and factors for choosing his college Goals for his Jr. year His favorite athletes His approach to improving as a football player --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Rodney Gallagher Joins the pod to discuss: •Relationship with the coaching staff and current players •The 2023 WVU recruiting class •Tavon Austin •His 40 time •Choosing football over basketball •His relationship with Bronny James Jr. •His WVU fandom •NIL --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Couz joins the pod. Topics include: Conference realignment the future of the Big 12 Lyn-J Dixon and the remaining RBs who will the top WR be thoughts on the upcoming football season the 2023 recruiting class creating WVU content and social media --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Gold & Blue Dude joins the pod. Topics include: Upcoming football season Upcoming basketball season Graham Harrell Neal Brown JT Daniels His favorite WVU moments --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Big Game Boomer joins the Voice of Motown Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: The Larry Harrison Article WVU Sports Journalists, Social Media, and Fan Expectations WVU Basketball Team's Roster and Future Outlook Tre Mitchell Emmitt Matthews --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Brad Smith from the Voice of Motown joins do discuss: The spring game Crowder vs. Greene vs. Marchiol Top Offensive Performers Top Defensive Performers Disappointing Performers Akheem Mesidor's transfer to Miami Jalen Bridges transfer to Baylor Sean McNeil's transfer to Ohio State --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Impact of JT Daniels Commitment Will a QB Transfer? Josiah Trotter Commitment Jimmy Bell Jr. Commitment Basketball Roster Talent vs. Last Year's team Football Scheduling: FCS Schools vs. Rivals and Power 5 Opponents --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics Include: Commitments of Wague and Toussaint Names to Watch including Dontaie Allen, Bryce Hopkins, and Norchad Omier Breaking Down the Current WVU Basketball Roster Is Press Virginia Making a Comeback? Early Leaders for Departed Starters for Football Team Spring Game Wish List --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Brad Smith joins us to discuss: Akheem Mesidor's Transfer JT Daniels's upcoming visit and fit at WVU Big 12 Commissioner Bowlsby's retirement annoucement Bob Huggins HOF Announcement Erik Stevenson's signing with WVU --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Top 50 WVU Football Players of the 21st Century - #7 through #1 Who will be number one? Check out our final episode of this series to find out! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Come check out our first episode of Mem-eer-ies - our podcast focused on reliving great and memorable moments in WVU sports history. Our first episode covers WVU's epic win over the #2 seeded Wake Forest Demon Deacons in the 2nd round of the 2005 NCAA tournament. Reminisce with us as we discuss: Highlights Lowlights Memorable Performances Impact of the game on WVU history Fun Facts and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Big 12's performance in the NCAA Tournament Bob Huggins's on the CBS Post Game Show Would Oscar on WVU perform better than Kentucky's 1st Round Exit? The Top 50 Mountaineer Football Players of the 21st Century - #15-8 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Recapping WVU's win vs. Kansas State and Loss vs. Kansas Discussing Huggins Ejection Sean McNeil's inconsistency The emergence of Malik Curry Grading WVU's Basketball Transfers Biggest Changes and Needs for the 2022/2023 Basketball Team JT Daniels fit with WVU Nicktroy Fortune transfer Top WVU Football Players of the 21st Century - #20-16 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Recapping the seniors night on Saturday Big 12 Basketball Award Winners from WVU Big 12 Tournament Preview A new mountaineer is announced New Kicker Transfer Saint McLeod stabbed Leddie Brown's Poor Combine Was Dana's Recruiting Strategy Ahead of the Game? Top 50 WVU Football Players of 21st Century (#25-21) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: John Flowers vs the Voice of Morgantown Two consecutive late, close losses for WVU Where are the lineup changes Huggins promised? Malik Curry's red-hot streak News on football transfers including a quote from an anonymous former WVU player in the Portal Top 50 WVU Football Players of the 21st Century - #30-26 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics include: Recapping WVU's recent matches against Kansas and TCU Previewing Iowa State and Texas Will WVU finish with a winning record? How departed players could help the current WVU team Bob Huggins HOF finalist The Juwan Howard incident Barstool Sports and the WVU Coliseum More Football Transfers Thoughts on issues with tampering and the transfer portal Raheim Jeter Shooting Top 50 WVU Football Players (#35-31) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics Include: Breakdown on WVU's past 3 basketball games Thoughts on offensive woes and overall team struggles Should WVU be giving minutes to younger players? Huggins questionable substitution choices Gabe Osabuohien benching Basketball recruiting strategy Thoughts on fans treatment of players and potential after effects Top 50 WVU Football Players of the 21st Century part 3 (#40-36) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support

Topics for this episode: Recapping the Texas Tech loss Players voice their concerns about WVU fans Adjusting WVU's rotation Thoughts on the 7 game skid Thoughts on playing younger players over veterans to finish the season Previewing upcoming games against Oklahoma State and Iowa State Top 50 WVU Football Players of the 21st Century - #45-#41 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cuecountryroads/support