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Ohio State is set to host its first group of 2025 targets. This third weekend features 12 players with Sam Greer, Maxwell Riley, CJ Sanna and Tucker Smith headlining as the four commits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visit, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the eight undecided they would need to land to make this a successful third weekend eventually. But first, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss what athletic director Ross Bjork's plan is for Ohio State as college sports enters a new era. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Friday! We're stuck on Common Man's face to start the show, we recap the Oilers historic comeback, update you on the US Open, today is Timmy's favorite day, Buckeyes get a new basketball court design, Timmy loves the Full House theme song, we play multiple TV theme songs & we send people to jail.

Camp season is proving to be as productive as ... well ... camp season at Ohio State. The Buckeyes know how to invite, entertain and evaluate the nation's best. Ohio State commitment Brady Edmunds from California? He was here ... for almost a week. Quarterback Elijah Haven - the nation's top QB from Baton Rouge, La. - will camp at Ohio State today, proving the Buckeyes' recruiting territory stretches far and wide. We also dive deep on Michigan native Dakota Guerrant. What does the elite wide receiver think of Ohio State's operation? Who else has shined this week? Which Ohioans are lighting up the radar? We step back and let Bill Kurelic - The Dean - cook like only he can. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Show Open – Michigan State has taken a lot from Ohio State over the years. Cowboys might not be that good. Buckeyes have first road game at Michigan State. Big Ten weekend slate. Georgia vs. Alabama in September is another thing to get used to. Can Travis Hunter win the Heisman? Tim May (Lettermen Row) joined us. Know the Scores. OSU vs. MSU. Doug Lesmerises (The Kings of the North) joined us for more college football talk.

Matt Fontana and Devier Posey are here to talk all things Buckeyes. They break down the best position groups for the 2025 season, and debate some way too early 2025 predictions! Plus the Schott is set for an update, and Lee Corso ends his career where the helmet tradition began!

Ohio State landed it first defensive lineman in its 2026 recruiting class on Tuesday -- 4-star Khary Wilder -- which vaulted the Buckeyes to the No. 2 class in the country. Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show to discuss that, look ahead to Ross Bjork's press conference tomorrow, discuss the absurdity of the NCAA's "NIL clearinghouse" that will be handled by a third-party accounting firm, and chat about the cool news that Lee Corso's final appearance on College GameDay will be at Ohio State this year and more. That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Enjoy this bonus to the feed with Marc Givler's Skull Session Recruiting Podcast as Marc and Kevin Noon discuss the breaking news that California defensive end Khary Wildcer has committed to the Buckeyes.

Join Marc Givler and Tony Gerdeman in this episode of the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast. Marc and Tony discuss day three of Ohio State's one-day camp, spending time talking about a talented pair of 2028 Florida skill players. That conversation goes elsewhere after that, including the mention of a 5-star offensive lineman who is currently at Ohio State getting ready for an official visit.

Last year, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish finished their incredible season just short of a national championship. After falling to the Buckeyes in Atlanta this past season, Notre Dame is looking to make a run back to the College Football Playoff. As CJ Carr is expected to enter the helm as QB1, Marcus Freeman and the Irish have a lot to look forward to this season. Watch here as Tyler Horka from Bluenadgold.com joins Andy & Ari to break down everything involving the Fighting Irish. More news on the Fighting Irish here: https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/ Follow Tyler Horka here: https://x.com/tbhorka (0:00-1:53) Intro: Notre Dame(1:54-8:25) Tyler Horka Joins(8:26-12:40) Expectations of Notre Dame(12:41-19:59) CJ Carr ready to go?(20:00-23:53) Offensive weapons for the Irish(23:54-25:39) Jeremiyah Love, the best RB in CFB?(25:40-31:40) Biggest Change in CFB that has benefitted ND?(31:42-33:43) Conclusion: Notre Dame's Schedule Want to watch the show instead? Head on over to YouTube and join us LIVE, M-F at 9:30 am et! https://www.youtube.com/@On3sportsInterested in partnering with the show? Email advertise@on3.com  

Happy Tuesday! Matt and Austin start the show off with the news of College Gameday coming to Ohio State Week 1 vs Texas for Lee Corso's last headgear pick. Bert Kreischer thinks Ohio is the best state in the union. Birm joins the guys in studio to talk about Ohio State Summer Camp and what's happening on the recruiting trail. JK Dobbins has a new home in the NFL while Terry McLaurin is holding out. Should Ohio State and Dayton begin a series? #Buckeyes and more!

Happy Wednesday! Ice is out with an injured back, and we wonder if maybe this injury is fake in an attempt to duck asking Adam Schefter about the legitimacy of Oz the Mentalist. Aaron Rodgers heaps some serious praise toward Mike Tomlin, but this doesn't necessarily cure Pittsburgh's inescapable problem. Adam Schefter joins the show and gives quite the testimony regarding Oz. Is Scottie Scheffler the safest bet in sports? We surprise the audience with Bobby Carpenter jumping in the studio to co-host the final two hours of the program. We uncover some Buckeye history as it turns out that Anthony Rothman was the mastermind behind Urban's 3-game suspension in 2018. Stefon Diggs walks a tightrope as he's peppered with questions about his recent boat trip. Urban Meyer questions the standards at USC. A former NFL QB put out a very unpopular QB power ranking. Is it time for Justin Herbert to put up or shut up? Ryan Roberts of A to Z sports joins the show to talk college football. And we introduce Bobby to some of our new drops during Tell the Truth.

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's second June 2025 recruiting camp. The two discuss OSU's two 2027 commits in five-star wide receiver Jamier Brown and four-star quarterback Brady Edmunds. But they also discuss a bevy of other players which includes a Glenville product already committed elsewhere. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Skull Session Recruiting PodcastIt was a rainy day at the WHAC but there were top targets from the state of Ohio and beyond at the second camp date of June for the Buckeyes. Who looked good, who are names you need to focus on what is the latest? Join Marc Givler and Tony Gerdeman for this post-game breakdown of the latest as some familiar names and some new names take center stage.

Happy Monday! Matt Fontana and Austin Ward co-host this edition of the Buckeye Show. They dive into the news from over the weekend and today with the House Settlement in the NCAA and formation of the Buckeye Sports Group at Ohio State and all its details. The Buckeyes landed a Running Back for 2026. What punishments could be heading Michigan's way? Austin gives a recap of Summer Camp at Ohio State. #Buckeyes and more!

Recruiting is of course heating up entering the second week of June. Ohio State landed running back Favour Akih from nearby Delaware Hayes on Sunday, giving the Buckeyes 14 prospects in their 2026 class thus far. What do we think about this class so far? Who might be next to join the fold? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The college football you grew up with is officially no more, thanks to an unprecedented decision by the American government. In the future, all student-athletes will be paid directly by the schools they represent, introducing a new era in college sports. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down this decision, what it means for college football and how it impacts Ohio State. Plus, some thoughts on the latest non-update concerning the Buckeyes' biggest rival. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about team camp on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition we also mention Ohio State’s revenue sharing plans after a settlement approval, and more.

Flag football is the Olympics in 2028. To celebrate we draft the best possible All Ohio State flag football team under Olympics rules.https://www.TheSloopCast.com  Artist: Soul MonstersSong: Dead Sethttps://youtu.be/CK1TLAowPT0?si=z1Y9vfk29RTX1zhm

Ohio State has secured a significant commitment from four-star running back Favour Akih, a standout from Hayes high school in Delaware (Ohio). Known for his explosive speed and vision on the field, Akih is poised to make an immediate impact in the Big Ten. In this video, we break down his playing style, what he brings to the Buckeyes, and how his commitment shapes Ohio State's recruiting strategy moving forward.00:00 – Introduction to Favour Akih's Commitment01:15 – Overview of Akih's High School Career03:30 – Analysis of Akih's Playing Style and Strengths05:45 – Impact on Ohio State's Recruiting Class07:00 – What This Means for the Buckeyes' Offensive Strategy08:30 – Expert Opinions and Future Projections10:00 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

In this edition of Big Me Kickoff we are talking about a few news items that you can't get away from this weekend. Ohio State saw a top OL target get away to a Big Ten foe, what happened there? Plus, the racket up north had its day in NCAA court, what should we be looking for? And of course the Feds can't have a day without trying to be in the middle of things... the court has passed the 'settlement' but there are way more questions than answers.

It is a recruiting-themed edition of the Happy Hour as Patrick Murphy is joined by The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic. How did camp go at OSU this week? Who is visiting this weekend? We have that and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim May and Patrick Murphy talk OSU's recruitment camp, and Conner Stallions showing up for the NCAA Infractions hearing! Plus Steve Helwagen stops by the show, and we Buckle Up with Mekka Don!

What starting jobs are still unsettled for Ohio State with camp opening up in less than two months? What will the NCAA's Committee on Infractions decide to do in terms of punishment for Michigan? (The hearing begins today.) Those are two of the many topics covered on today's show as Dave Biddle is joined by special guests Steve Helwagen and Patrick Murphy. (JBook is driving back from vacation today, but will be back on the show next Friday.) All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Week 2 of official visit season for Ohio State, meaning another group of important 2026 targets will be on campus. This second weekend was supposed to feature five players, with five-star safety Jett Washington headlining as the highest-rated visitor. But plans have recently changed with him now visiting Oregon On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the impact of Washington's change of plans, plus a look at the other four players who will visit. But first, a conversation about 2027 borderline five-star quarterback commit Brady Edmunds, who was at OSU's first June camp. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Is Tavien St. Clair the future face of Ohio State football? In this episode of The Daily Buckeye Blitz, we break down what makes the 2025 freshman QB so special — from his elite traits and leadership to why Ryan Day's system might be the perfect fit. With a top-5 ranking and early enrollment under his belt, St. Clair could be the next Buckeye star under center. Let's dive into his film, projections, and why he could be QB1 in the near future. Friday, June 6, 2025 Subscribe to the Podcast

Recruiting is in full swing around college football as targets take official visits and Ohio State hosts its annual recruiting camps. Today is the first of five camps this month, providing a chance for a few targets and commits to work with their future coaches, while others try to make a name for themselves. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis break down the biggest storylines headed into camps and which players OSU fans should keep an eye on. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Ohio State Running Back, Master Teague joins RadioU Mornings with Hudson and Aly to discuss the faith impact on the 2024 team and his involvement with RadioU band, Remedy Drive!

The Buckeyes have updated future non-conference opponents on the schedule...Albert Breer of the MMQB joined us to talk all things NFL...James Laurinaitis has been nominated again for the College Football Hall-of-Game...Phil Mickelson goes for the career grand slam next week...and we threw out our opinions of how the College Football Playoff should be formatted

Craig Smoak and Paul Catalina discuss their thoughts on the Ohio State Buckeyes football headed into next season, they take a look at the Buckeyes non-conference schedule, they take a look at their conference schedule headed into next season and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim May and Devier Posey talk ESPN's first FPI ratings of the season, Navy and Youngstown St coming to Columbus in 2029, and the biggest impact transfers of the year in the Big 10. Plus Pete Nakos of On3.com to talk the House settlement, Tony Gerdeman talks Buckeye Hoops!

Frank Polen, is an Assistant Superintendent and Director of C&I at Buckeye Career Center in Ohio. We discuss Frank's extensive background in education, the importance of career exploration for students, and the innovative programs being implemented to prepare students for the workforce. Be sure to connect with Frank on LinkedIn here!Frank started as a middle school teacher and basketball coach.Buckeye Career Center offers a variety of programs for high school and adult education, focusing on skill development.Career exploration initiatives, such as summer camps, provide early exposure to various career paths for students.Engaging students in hands-on experiences is crucial for their career development.The center adapts its programs based on community needs and workforce trends.AI is becoming increasingly relevant in education, and educators must adapt to these changes.Hiring practices at Buckeye focus on supporting staff from diverse backgrounds, including those from the workforce.Leadership in education is about building relationships and serving the community.Continuous improvement and adaptation are key to success in educational leadership.Reading and ongoing professional development are essential for effective leadership. 00:00 Introduction and Background of Frank Polen02:54 Career Exploration and Summer Camp Initiatives05:59 Current Trends in Career and Technical Education08:49 Engaging Students in Career Pathways12:00 The Role of AI in Education15:10 Hiring and Retaining Staff in Education18:07 Leadership Lessons and Book Recommendations21:02 Closing Thoughts and Community EngagementBook Adam for your next event! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mradamwelcome.com/speaking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brand new speaking video ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adam's Books:Kids Deserve It - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3JzaoZv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Run Like a Pirate - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3KH9fjT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Teachers Deserve It - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3jzATDg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Empower Our Girls - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠amzn.to/3JyR4vm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Former Ohio State Running Back, Master Teague joins RadioU Mornings with Hudson and Aly to discuss the faith impact on the 2024 team and his involvement with RadioU band, Remedy Drive!

Dylan Tyrer and Austin Co-Host again on this Tuesday night! They open the show with Jake Diebler landing an international commitment to the Ohio State basketball team for next season, and the guys react to it. Next, changes are coming to the Horseshoe and guys dive into what the changes are coming. At the bottom of the hour, the Big Ten and SEC could be going to war over this CFP model. Then the guys hit the trail and give an update on recruiting for the Ohio State Football team. At the top of the second hour, the College Football Pulse features from very interesting quotes from Kenny Dillingham and Ryan Williams. Some experts believe Will Howard should be the guy under center in Pittsburgh. At the bottom of the hour, Jeremy Birmingham joins the guys to talk Buckeye Football recruiting. #Buckeyes and more!

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That's what we'll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered, but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn't about just being the best. It's about telling the story of a program and who we can't tell that story without. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, we crown a winner as we've finally reached our conclusion. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All of the hype is around the games against Texas, Penn State, and Michigan, but where do the Buckeyes need to be careful not to fall into a trap on their 2025 schedule?

Ohio State men’s basketball beat reporter Adam Jardy talks about the latest roster updates on the newest episode of the BuckeyeXtra basketball podcast. During this edition, we discuss how freshman guard Dorian Jones will not play at Ohio State in the 2025-26 season and mention how the Buckeyes have landed commitments from Mathieu Grujicic and Myles Herro.

June is here and we are in official visit season, recruitig camps are kicking off thos week and the preseason mags are becoming available. We talk about all of these topics and more on this next LIVE edition of The Big Me Kickoff

Happy Monday! Dylan Tyrer and Austin Ward begin the week on the Buckeye Show, and the open the show recapping Scottie's win at Jack's Place and Ryan Day taking on Muirfield earlier in the week. Next, Ross Bjork feels for Ohio State fans and thinks they deserve a big night game by talking with FOX trying to get the game vs Texas changed. At the bottom of the hour, the guy's dive into the different kind of College Football Playoff models that have been thrown out there. Next, James Laurinaitis was among the names on the ballot releasing to get into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2026. At the top of the hour, the College Football Pulse gives an update on Bill Belichick and predicts some win totals on Power Conference teams. Next, taking a look at some potential impact transfers in the Big Ten, who can give that immediate impact for Ohio State? A look at who has the toughest and easiest schedules in the Big Ten. #Buckeyes, and more!

On the second edition of our new podcast, In the Dean's Office Live, host Bill Kurelic discusses how recruiting is heating up for the Buckeyes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is grad party season and the hosts of Monday's show -- Dan Rubin and Dave Biddle -- have been attending a lot of them. And even hosting some. That is what happens when recent graduates are in your family. This begged a question about a ... question. Which question about Ohio State football do Dan and Dave get asked the most at grad parties? We also take questions from our live audience and much more. That is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, the hosts discuss Ohio State football records and potential records that could be broken in the 2025 season. OSU has already broken its fair share of both individual and team records since Ryan Day took over the program in 2019 and a few more may be on the table this season. After looking back at some of those records, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look ahead to what could be the longest season in school history and predict a few that could potentially fall. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recruiting Talk: Key 5-Star Recruits from the Big Official Visit WeekendIn this episode of Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning, host Tony Gerdeman welcomes Marc Givler from BuckeyeHuddle.com to discuss the latest updates from Ohio State's big official visit weekend. They delve into the recruitment status of three high-profile 5-star prospects: offensive tackle Felix Ojo, running back Savion Hiter, and linebacker Xavier Griffin. The conversation covers Ohio State's competitive edge in the NIL space, their recruitment strategies, and the impact of coaching on player development. Tune in for insights on how the Buckeyes are positioning themselves to secure top talent for their future rosters. 00:00 Introduction and Countdown 00:32 Special Guest Introduction 01:00 Recruitment Focus: Felix Ojo 08:29 Recruitment Focus: Savion Hiter11:44 Recruitment Focus: Xavier Griffin 17:44 Conclusion and Resources

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire 1 person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world have the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader Kirk Herbstreit is the voice of college football. A former Centerville High School and Ohio State University Quarterback, Kirk has been the lead Analyst for ESPN's College Gameday since 1996. He calls the biggest games in college football on Saturday nights, and he broadcasts the college National Championship. Beyond college football, Kirk is also the lead analyst for Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime Video. Kirk has been nominated for 19 Sports Emmy Awards and has won 5 times. This conversation was recorded in front of about 300 people in Centerville, Ohio. Kirk's dog Peter was with us on stage when he wasn't wandering around in the audience. Kirk's emotional moment after Ohio State's national championship was about his authentic connection to Coach Day, his son (who was on the team), and all the players. "I try so hard to be impartial. I try so hard to be just objective and fair. It's almost like the culmination of just a release." Showing authentic emotion and humanity makes leaders more relatable and trustworthy, not weaker. Bob Gregg and Ron Ullery's impact: "They didn't tear your knees out, but they just made sure as a 16, 17, 18-year-old that you knew this ain't about you. It's about us." This foundation created a work ethic that translates across all of life. The most prepared broadcaster in the world - "When I started in 1996 on college game day, unless you were a Big 10 fan, you had no idea who I was. So my idea of trying to build my brand was they're gonna know me from my work ethic." "They're gonna know me from my work ethic. They're gonna know me like, damn, I don't know who that dude is, but he seems to know what he's talking about." "I prepare a hundred percent, and I use 20% for all three shows." Over-preparation creates confidence and the ability to handle any direction conversations might go. When you're not the most naturally gifted, becoming the most prepared person in the room creates a competitive advantage. High School Football Builds Life Skills – "I'm such an advocate for high school football because of my own experience... It's about what these guys are doing... simple old school values, like hard work and perseverance and facing adversity." "I could choose to be embarrassed of who I was on national TV, or choose to have a bit of a chip on my shoulder. And I was kind of a chip on my shoulder guy my whole life." Feeling underestimated can fuel extraordinary preparation and performance when channeled constructively. Deal with Imposter Syndrome when he started broadcasting NFL games for Amazon on Thursday nights: "I didn't even go to an NFL camp, and here I am calling NFL Games as the expert game analyst. And so, and I'm working with freaking Al Michaels." "I don't deserve your respect in my brain until I earn it." College Football's Current Crisis – "The players went from our era. You had no say to now they have all to say... It's like the world is upside down right now when it comes to that aspect of it." "Who fixes it? The NCAA doesn't fix it... No one's worried about the global view of the sport. They're worried about their region... who's in charge? No one's the boss." "They're great players, but they're a dime a dozen. Like you're on a conveyor belt as a player. There's other players coming right behind you." Kirk supports true name, image, likeness marketing but opposes pay-for-play: "I am a fan of, if Jeremiah Smith becomes Jeremiah Smith after he gets there... if he can make money in marketing... But not, a guy is over at Bowling Green... and LSU needs a left guard and they're just like, Hey, how much does it take?" "These coaches are a little bit hesitant on how hard they're gonna be on these guys because they don't wanna believe. Imagine being a coach and you're worried about, is this guy gonna leave if I really do what I want to do with him?" Mental Health Through Faith – "For me, it's my faith... daily devotional prayer and really trying to connect helps me... having very honest conversation with family and friends and opening up." The Value of Chosen Hardship – My perspective: "I think you gotta keep doing that stuff... choose to do really hard things every day to prove to myself that I can keep doing hard things so that when adversity strikes, I'm prepared." Generational Empathy – "This generation, I can't imagine going through what they go through, whether it's Snapchat and middle school... just everybody being in your business and everything online." The Lee Corso Legacy – "He was hot takes before we knew what Hot Takes were... our relationship really changed was off air... he was a really good listener... like Yoda or like Don Corleone." The best mentoring relationships evolve from one-directional learning to mutual care and support. The Lunatic Fringe - "There's 90% of Ohio State fans that whether they win or they lose, they're proud of 'em... every fan base has that 10% that we're all embarrassed of."

Ohio State will begin summer workouts soon and camp will be here before we know it. What are those around the program saying about quarterback Julian Sayin? What are we hearing about the redshirt freshman from California? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that on today's show, delve into the Buckeyes' special teams units for 2025, talk about the unfortunate news that the OSU-Texas game will begin at noon and more. All of that is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's officially official visit season and Ohio State is set to host its first group of 2025 targets. This first weekend features 10 players with three-star tight end Corbyn Fordham headlining as the lone commit. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visit, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the eight undecided they would need to land to make this a successful first weekend eventually. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices