Podcast appearances and mentions of brent blum

Jake Brend and Levi Stevenson fill in for Chris Williams and Brent Blum to discuss the impact that the new NCAA "five-in-five" rule can have on Iowa State Football. They also breakdown portions of Brend's interviews with the 2026-27 men's basketball team to see what we've learned about the squad. They close by arguing why the CyHawk football series should continue in the future. Presented by Mechdyne in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Gray sits in for Brent Blum. Chris Williams and Rob talk Joshua Jefferson to the Brooklyn Nets, the layoffs at KXNO and what to make of Iowa State football's preseason expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams, Brent Blum, and Jake Brend dive into their top ten favorite Iowa State football players of all time. Who makes the cut? The guys discuss from Northwest Bank in Ames on a special remote edition of Williams & Blum, presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss Brendan Sorsby parting ways with Texas Tech. What does that mean for the rest of the Big 12? Preseason magazines are a thing of the past. Touching on offseason men's hoops, football, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum analyze why Jack Kohnen's commitment to Iowa State this weekend was so massive. The Cyclones now have the top-ranked class in the country. Jimmy Rogers had a big weekend on the trail too. Plus, the Big 12 is in a horrible spot with this Texas Tech situation. All courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum take a look at all the angles surrounding the Brendan Sorsby gambling allegations. Can the Big 12 step in? Discussing the NBA Draft in a few weeks and what it looks like for former Cyclones. All this and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum go position-by-position to rank Iowa State's roster in terms of comfortability. Plus, the guys analyze the first quarterback commitment of the Jimmy Rogers era. All presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum dive into the big day on Capitol Hill in college sports, as the Big Ten and SEC released a joint statement. What's best for college sports? Spinning the wheel of ISU history and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum dive into the growing congressional battle over college athletics, react to Milan Momcilovic officially returning to college basketball, and discuss why Texas Tech has become the Big 12's biggest villain — and maybe its biggest hope.

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the Milan Momcilovic situation ahead of his decision to stay in the draft or come back to college. The guys touch on what's happening around conference meetings this week, the latest on Brendan Sorsby, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to the national fallout from Jamie Pollard's comments about the SEC and Big Ten, discuss Iowa State's uncertain football outlook heading into year one under Jimmy Rogers' new-look roster, and break down the latest on Milan Momcilovic's NBA Draft decision.

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss signee Jackson Kiss flipping to UNLV and what it means in the grand scheme of things. Iowa State adds a running back following an injury. Discussing Jamie Pollard's comments on the Big Ten and SEC. All this and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum dive deeper into the creation of Iowa State football's new program under Jimmy Rogers and the construction of its roster. Williams makes the point that it's probably best for everybody if national expectations are incredibly low this season. The guys take a handful of mailbag questions about the roster and more, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to NBA Combine results and what they might mean for former Cyclones. The CFP is set to expand. Is that a good thing for the Big 12? Diving into Cyclone history and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa State was recently picked to finish last in the Big 12 by a group of writers at ESPN. On today's show, Chris Williams & Brent Blum analyze how much these preseason projections actually matter in 2026. The guys go team-by-team and give early thoughts on the Big 12, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the Donovan Davis commitment ahead of his decision Wednesday night. Duke goes over everyone's head to stream games on Amazon Prime. How does that change the rest of college sports? Talking Jayden Jackson and more courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to Brendan Sorsby's gambling allegations. What does it mean for the rest of the Big 12? Kansas lands the nation's top player while Otzelberger brings a huge recruit to campus. Diving into the latest NBA mock draft and more courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jackson Pence joins Chris Williams and Brent Blum to break down all of the happenings at Iowa State's “spring showcase” on Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium. The trio discusses strengths, concerns, and the overall vibes within the program as Jimmy Rogers' first spring comes to a close in Ames. Plus, reviewing Iowa State's weekend in the NFL Draft, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to WBB coaching news before going football heavy ahead of Iowa State Football's spring showcase on Saturday and taking more mailbag questions. Who are the best athletes in Cyclone history? All this and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum dive into the first mailbag episode of the offseason, hitting on topics in all four major sports. Who leads Iowa State in rushing in 2026? What will the rotation look like in men's basketball? What's next for Bill Fennelly in the portal? What makes a Cyclone a true Cyclone? Presented by Mechdyne in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the Braden Awls injury and what it means for Iowa State moving forward. Looking at the big picture for football throughout the Big 12, touching on hoops, and more. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum hash out a wild weekend for the Iowa State basketball program. Milan Momcilovic is moving on. Iowa State picked up FIVE commitments from transfers who visited over the weekend. Breaking them down one-by-one and more, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum dive into the latest news from the transfer portal before discussing the Milan Momcilovic situation ahead of a busy weekend for the Cyclones. Getting a look at spring football practice. All this and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heather Burnside and Alec Busse! Heather's Headlines! Brent Blum from the former We Will Collective!

Tuesday Hour 2: Brent Blum's comments, Jeff Dubrof on the tournament and the Masters & Faceoff

Brent Blum returns to Old Man Strength for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about his time leading the We Will Collective at Iowa State. He shares never-before-told stories from the chaotic NIL portal battles — including raising millions on tight deadlines, late-night DocuSign sessions from the Dominican Republic, and the insane stress of keeping top Cyclones like Joshua Jefferson, Tamin Lipsey, and Milan Momchilovic in Ames.Brent opens up about the personal toll it took on him and his wife Krystal, the incredible relationships built along the way, the good (and messy) side of college athletics, player loyalty vs. big-money offers, and why he ultimately stepped away. He also talks about his new chapter with Farm Bureau and the lasting impact of "Cyclones helping Cyclones."Raw, honest, and full of insight — don't miss this one from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.Sponsors:Revelton Distilling CompanyWe Will PizzaIowa Beef SteakhouseStyled by JJ BoutiqueJenny Farrell - RE/MAX ConceptsKyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageLIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Chris Williams and Brent Blum dissect Audi Crooks' decision to leave Iowa State and everything that comes with it. The transfer portal official opens this week, while the industry within college sports continues to be on fire. Arizona couldn't bring the Big 12 a championship in men's basketball. All this and more, presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum discuss what the transfer portal will look like for Iowa State and what losing Kyle Green from the basketball staff could mean. All this and more presented by Mechdyne. ***Kyle Green had not been hired by UNI at the time this podcast was recorded. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss Iowa State's NCAA Tournament coming to an end in Chicago. What's next for Milan Momcilovic? What is their anticipation for Iowa State's approach to the transfer portal this offseason? Plus, Arizona's chances to win it all for the Big 12 and more, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the North Carolina job coming open as rumors swirl about the Tar Heels considering T.J. Otzelbeger. Several women's basketball players hit the portal this week. What does it mean for the future of Iowa State Basketball? Taking a deep-dive into the Tennessee matchup for the Cyclones and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brent Blum and Jake Brend react to Iowa State's dominant win over Kentucky in the Round of 32, reflecting on Tamin Lipsey's legacy and looking ahead to the Sweet 16 matchup against Tennessee. Presented as always by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum give an in-depth Blum on Iowa State's NCAA Tournament matchup with Tennessee State. Plus, a closer look at Kentucky vs. Santa Clara and what that could possibly mean for Iowa State in the Round of 32. Presented as always by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum analyze everything about Iowa State's NCAA Tournament draw against Tennessee State. What would a Round of 32 matchup against Santa Clara or Kentucky look like? Then, breaking down the draws for Big 12 teams, as well as discussing the Iowa State women getting Syracuse with a possible date against UConn shortly after. All courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum look ahead to Iowa State's week in Kansas City for the Big 12 Tournament, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum discuss Iowa State's "get right" game against Arizona State and how they got back to playing their brand of basketball. Plus, it was a Senior Day to remember for Tamin Lipsey, Joshua Jefferson and Nate Heise. Brend & Blum preview the Big 12 Tournament, break down Jamie Pollard's White House Visit, update where the Cyclone women stand heading into the NCAA Tournament, react to Yonger Bastida & Rocky Elam's Big 12 Championships and a whole lot more. Presented by Mechdyne in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to the news of Iowa State deciding to cut the women's gymnastics program. What does this mean for the future of Iowa State and college athletics? Breaking down a wild week in the Big 12 and possible scenarios for Kansas City. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How big of a deal is Iowa State's loss to Texas Tech? Well, pretty big. But Chris Williams & Brent Blum are here to give perspective on the coming weeks. A massive road test at Arizona looms on Monday. The guys also discuss Melvin Ejim's jersey being retired and more, all presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to the Iowa State Women losing late against Oklahoma State and what it means for the Big 12 and the NCAA Tournaments. Previewing the men's game against Texas Tech on Saturday. Diving into the big picture of college basketball and more. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss Iowa State's late night loss at BYU on Saturday. After being a projected one-seed by the NCAA Tournament committee prior to the game, where does Iowa State stand now? What do the Cyclones have to do to end up on the one-line? Are there any advantages of being a two-seed? Plus, looking ahead to Tuesday's bout with Utah and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss Iowa State basketball's strong stretch of play and what it means for the Cyclones in the Big 12 race. They break down the conference outlook, NCAA Tournament implications, and what the return of Addy Brown means. Taking a broader look at the Big 12 landscape and more. A new episode of Williams & Blum on Cyclone Fanatic, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum with a packed show for Sunday, Feb. 15. Moments before recording, Jerome Tang was fired at Kansas State. We've got reaction from a chaotic weekend in the Big 12, which included Iowa State's rout of Kansas in Hilton Coliseum. Monday's showdown with top-5 Houston looms. All of that and more, courtesy of Mechdyne in the Northwest Bank Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum take one last look at Iowa State's loss to TCU before burning the tape. What does it do to the season outlook? Big 12 news, hearing from the football staff, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brent Blum and Jake Brend react to Iowa State's win over Baylor, discussing Tamin Lipsey's growing legacy, late-game execution, and continued impact from Milan Momcilovic and Joshua Jefferson. The guys also touch on the women's fifth-straight win and dive into a massive week ahead in the Big 12. Presented by Mechdyne in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum celebrate National Signing Day by reminiscing on what it used to be before diving into the mailbag questions. What does the future of jersey sponsorships look like? Best former athletes to host the show and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum analyze Iowa State's rout of Kansas State on Sunday afternoon in Manhattan. Milan Momcilovic is playing a level never seen before in college basketball. Our weekly Big 12 breakdown, plus honoring Bill Fennelly after his record-setting week. All courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss the latest Jerome Tang victim quote before diving into the mailbag. What does Milan Momcilovic's future look like? Talking jersey retirements and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum go in-depth on a massive bounce-back week for both Iowa State basketball programs. Now, the focus turns to a daunting month of February schedule-wise and seeding for the NCAA Tournament. Plus, Chris sat down and interviewed Jimmy Rogers last week. The guys give their reactions to that and more, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Brent Blum react to No. 9 Iowa State's throttling of UCF as Joshua Jefferson picked up another triple-double. Are they back? It's Big 12 football schedule release day. All this and more presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss Iowa State's two-game losing skid. What seems to be the issue, and how can Iowa State fix it? A fresh look at the Big 12 standings. Jimmy Rogers picked up a nice piece to its secondary on Sunday. Finally, the women's program is spiraling after losing five and a row. Analysis on all of that and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss Iowa State men's basketball's 16-0 start. The Cyclones are about to be the No. 2 team in the country, traveling to play an unranked Kansas squad that will be desperate. The women lose Addy Brown for a substantial amount of time. What does that mean? Finally, with a seemingly great start to portal season, how good can the Cyclones be in 2026? We cover it all, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices