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Scott Rueck joins the final episode of the Talkin Beavs Podcast to preview the upcoming season for the Oregon State Beavers women's basketball season. The two dive into the excitement that surrounds the season, the depth of the team, and some of the big names that will make an impact for the 2021-22 season.1:00 Heading into year 12 as women's basketball head coach1:50 Excitement headed into a “normal season” of women's basketball3:00 Impact of the veterans coming back this season4:30 Kennedy Brown comes back this season determined6:00 Oregon State's ability to develop bigs8:20 McDonald's All-American Greta Kampschroede transitioning into collegiate level hoops10:00 Deepest roster in recent years bringing versatility to the court11:50 Aleah Goodman's journey the last 6 years14:00 Looking ahead to the schedule for 2021-22 season16:00 Excitement for a packed gym at Gill ColiseumSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scott Rueck joins the final episode of the Talkin Beavs Podcast to preview the upcoming season for the Oregon State Beavers women's basketball season. The two dive into the excitement that surrounds the season, the depth of the team, and some of the big names that will make an impact for the 2021-22 season.1:00 Heading into year 12 as women's basketball head coach1:50 Excitement headed into a “normal season” of women's basketball3:00 Impact of the veterans coming back this season4:30 Kennedy Brown comes back this season determined6:00 Oregon State's ability to develop bigs8:20 McDonald's All-American Greta Kampschroede transitioning into collegiate level hoops10:00 Deepest roster in recent years bringing versatility to the court11:50 Aleah Goodman's journey the last 6 years14:00 Looking ahead to the schedule for 2021-22 season16:00 Excitement for a packed gym at Gill ColiseumSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice of the Beavers Mike Parker joins Ron Callan to share some memories from the LA Memorial Coliseum and dives into the advantages that might help Oregon State pull off their first win in the Coliseum since 1967. Also, USC Football Writer Ryan Abraham goes into the recent turmoil for USC and shares what vulnerabilities USC has that OSU can take advantage of.1:00 Ron Callan with Mike Parker1:10 Memories from the historic LA Memorial Coliseum3:45 Oregon State is only worried about playing football5:00 Slovis vs Dart quarterback competition 8:00 Oregon State's advantage over USC9:55 Key players for the Beavs against USC11:30 Chance Nolan's impressive performances so far13:00 Mike Parker's passion of body surfing14:00 Ron Callan with Ryan Abraham14:15 USC's turmoil in recent weeks15:30 Donte Williams impact after Clay Helton was fired16:40 Mystery behind the starting quarterback for USC18:00 Vulnerabilities USC has that OSU can take advantage of19:30 History of running back position at USC 20:00 Is Dante Williams the future for USC?21:00 Prediction for Oregon State vs USCSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice of the Beavers Mike Parker joins Ron Callan to share some memories from the LA Memorial Coliseum and dives into the advantages that might help Oregon State pull off their first win in the Coliseum since 1967. Also, USC Football Writer Ryan Abraham goes into the recent turmoil for USC and shares what vulnerabilities USC has that OSU can take advantage of.1:00 Ron Callan with Mike Parker1:10 Memories from the historic LA Memorial Coliseum3:45 Oregon State is only worried about playing football5:00 Slovis vs Dart quarterback competition 8:00 Oregon State's advantage over USC9:55 Key players for the Beavs against USC11:30 Chance Nolan's impressive performances so far13:00 Mike Parker's passion of body surfing14:00 Ron Callan with Ryan Abraham14:15 USC's turmoil in recent weeks15:30 Donte Williams impact after Clay Helton was fired16:40 Mystery behind the starting quarterback for USC18:00 Vulnerabilities USC has that OSU can take advantage of19:30 History of running back position at USC 20:00 Is Dante Williams the future for USC?21:00 Prediction for Oregon State vs USCSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beavs men's basketball head coach Wayne Tinkle joins the podcast to re-live throwing out the first pitch at a Cubs game in Wrigley, reflect on the Beavers' Elite 8 run, look ahead to the upcoming season with new and returning talent, and update fans on what former Beavers Tres Tinkle, Ethan Thompson and Stevie Thompson Jr are up to. Plus Coach Tinkle talks about being inducted into the Montana hall of fame and how former Talkin' Beavs podcast host Joslyn Tinkle is faring in her first coaching role.1:24 - Throwing out the first pitch in Wrigley2:55 - Looking back at the Elite 8 run5:08 - Getting excited for having fans back this season7:39 - New and returning talent for the Beavers9:30 - Joslyn's new role on Montana coaching staff10:50 - Coach Tinkle's upcoming U of Montana's Hall of Fame induction12:00 - Updates on former BeaversSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beavs men's basketball head coach Wayne Tinkle joins the podcast to re-live throwing out the first pitch at a Cubs game in Wrigley, reflect on the Beavers' Elite 8 run, look ahead to the upcoming season with new and returning talent, and update fans on what former Beavers Tres Tinkle, Ethan Thompson and Stevie Thompson Jr are up to. Plus Coach Tinkle talks about being inducted into the Montana hall of fame and how former Talkin' Beavs podcast host Joslyn Tinkle is faring in her first coaching role.1:24 - Throwing out the first pitch in Wrigley2:55 - Looking back at the Elite 8 run5:08 - Getting excited for having fans back this season7:39 - New and returning talent for the Beavers9:30 - Joslyn's new role on Montana coaching staff10:50 - Coach Tinkle's upcoming U of Montana's Hall of Fame induction12:00 - Updates on former BeaversSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Women's volleyball coach Mark Barnard joins Ron Callan to discuss his expectations for his team this year, and breaks down the goals as the season continues. Also, Mark dives into recruiting internationally and analyzes the large number of freshmen on the team after the 2020 COVID season.1:00 COVID's impact on the volleyball season3:15 Recapping the wild match against Penn State4:20 The impact of Grace Massey7:30 Having fans back in Gill Coliseum 8:20 The challenge of recruiting internationally 9:30 When Mark Barnard knew volleyball was his path12:00 How Mark ended up in Oregon after growing up in Australia 13:20 Looking ahead to upcoming matches14:30 Analyzing the freshman on this years team16:00 Mark's coaching style18:00 Expectations for this seasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Women's volleyball coach Mark Barnard joins Ron Callan to discuss his expectations for his team this year, and breaks down the goals as the season continues. Also, Mark dives into recruiting internationally and analyzes the large number of freshmen on the team after the 2020 COVID season.1:00 COVID's impact on the volleyball season3:15 Recapping the wild match against Penn State4:20 The impact of Grace Massey7:30 Having fans back in Gill Coliseum 8:20 The challenge of recruiting internationally 9:30 When Mark Barnard knew volleyball was his path12:00 How Mark ended up in Oregon after growing up in Australia 13:20 Looking ahead to upcoming matches14:30 Analyzing the freshman on this years team16:00 Mark's coaching style18:00 Expectations for this seasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Men's Soccer Coach Terry Boss joins Ron Callan to discuss his expectations for his team this year, and breaks down the goals for men's soccer this season. Also, Mike Parker joins Ron to analyze Beavers football and preview the upcoming season. 1:00 Terry Boss joins Ron1:30 Expectations for Oregon State's Men's Soccer team4:10 Coaches Poll ranks men's soccer #22 in the nation5:00 Coming off of the COVID season and getting back to normal6:15 Strengths of the team10:30 Excitement to work in home state of Oregon13:00 Playing for the Seattle Sounders14:15 Setting up student athletes for success long term16:00 Mike Parker joins Ron 17:00 Beavers Football experience getting back to normal18:20 Sam Noyer gets the start over Tristan Gebbia22:20 Strengths for Oregon State football24:00 14 Oregon State Beavers made rosters in the NFL26:00 Previewing Oregon State vs Purdue27:30 What's a successful season for the BeaversSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Men's Soccer Coach Terry Boss joins Ron Callan to discuss his expectations for his team this year, and breaks down the goals for men's soccer this season. Also, Mike Parker joins Ron to analyze Beavers football and preview the upcoming season. 1:00 Terry Boss joins Ron1:30 Expectations for Oregon State's Men's Soccer team4:10 Coaches Poll ranks men's soccer #22 in the nation5:00 Coming off of the COVID season and getting back to normal6:15 Strengths of the team10:30 Excitement to work in home state of Oregon13:00 Playing for the Seattle Sounders14:15 Setting up student athletes for success long term16:00 Mike Parker joins Ron 17:00 Beavers Football experience getting back to normal18:20 Sam Noyer gets the start over Tristan Gebbia22:20 Strengths for Oregon State football24:00 14 Oregon State Beavers made rosters in the NFL26:00 Previewing Oregon State vs Purdue27:30 What's a successful season for the BeaversSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oregon State Softball coach, Laura Berg, joins Ron Callan to discuss her recent trip to the Olympics with team USA, and her experience in Tokyo. Also, Laura dives into the upcoming season for OSU and her excitement for the incoming 11 new players.1:00 Winning silver at the Olympics and team USA's experience in Tokyo4:00 New Beavers recruit Tarni Stepto, Australian national player5:25 Versatility in the pitching position6:15 Impact of no fans at the Olympic games and staying connected in the U.S.7:10 New transfers to the Oregon State Softball team8:45 Next steps to get at the top of the PAC-12 conference10:30 Excitement around a “normal season”11:30 Type of player Laura Berg was13:00 Finding a player with the “it factor”14:30 The changing landscape of college sports15:20 Getting ready for the upcoming season17:30 11 new players coming into the Oregon State programSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oregon State Softball coach, Laura Berg, joins Ron Callan to discuss her recent trip to the Olympics with team USA, and her experience in Tokyo. Also, Laura dives into the upcoming season for OSU and her excitement for the incoming 11 new players.1:00 Winning silver at the Olympics and team USA's experience in Tokyo4:00 New Beavers recruit Tarni Stepto, Australian national player5:25 Versatility in the pitching position6:15 Impact of no fans at the Olympic games and staying connected in the U.S.7:10 New transfers to the Oregon State Softball team8:45 Next steps to get at the top of the PAC-12 conference10:30 Excitement around a “normal season”11:30 Type of player Laura Berg was13:00 Finding a player with the “it factor”14:30 The changing landscape of college sports15:20 Getting ready for the upcoming season17:30 11 new players coming into the Oregon State programSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ellie Slama, Oregon State women's golf team stand out, joins Ron Callan to discuss her excitement for the LPGA Tour and her USGA experience. Also, Ellie dives into what was like growing up playing on Oregon golf courses, and her goals for her senior year season with Oregon State.1:15 Excitement for upcoming LPGA Tour2:00 Dream to become a professional golfer4:00 USGA experience 6:30 Being a part of OGA women's championship7:30 Oregon courses role in developing current skills8:40 Picking Corvallis for school9:30 COVID's impact on the Oregon State golf team10:50 Choice to come back as a senior 11:20 Upcoming 2021 season for OSU women's golf12:15 Goals for upcoming season and beyond15:00 Advice on the process and being a professional golfer 19:00 Toughest course Ellie Slama has playedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ellie Slama, Oregon State women's golf team stand out, joins Ron Callan to discuss her excitement for the LPGA Tour and her USGA experience. Also, Ellie dives into what was like growing up playing on Oregon golf courses, and her goals for her senior year season with Oregon State.1:15 Excitement for upcoming LPGA Tour2:00 Dream to become a professional golfer4:00 USGA experience 6:30 Being a part of OGA women's championship7:30 Oregon courses role in developing current skills8:40 Picking Corvallis for school9:30 COVID's impact on the Oregon State golf team10:50 Choice to come back as a senior 11:20 Upcoming 2021 season for OSU women's golf12:15 Goals for upcoming season and beyond15:00 Advice on the process and being a professional golfer 19:00 Toughest course Ellie Slama has playedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jenny Huth, new assistant coach for Oregon State women's basketball, joins Ron Callan to discuss her transition to OSU and her path to coaching. Also, they analyze this year's team and what the expectations are for the team heading into Jenny's first season.1:00 Transitioning from head coach to assistant coach at OSU3:00 Thoughts on the beginning of Scott Rueck Era at Oregon State4:30 Jenny's playing history and path to coaching5:40 Jenny on her history with Deven Hunter and excitement to coach with her7:05 Remembering UCLA vs Oregon State overtime win8:25 The electricity of Gill Coliseum 9:30 Analyzing this years women's basketball team 13:30 Importance of the veterans on the team17:00 Defensive mindset of Scott RueckSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jenny Huth, new assistant coach for Oregon State women's basketball, joins Ron Callan to discuss her transition to OSU and her path to coaching. Also, they analyze this year's team and what the expectations are for the team heading into Jenny's first season.1:00 Transitioning from head coach to assistant coach at OSU3:00 Thoughts on the beginning of Scott Rueck Era at Oregon State4:30 Jenny's playing history and path to coaching5:40 Jenny on her history with Deven Hunter and excitement to coach with her7:05 Remembering UCLA vs Oregon State overtime win8:25 The electricity of Gill Coliseum 9:30 Analyzing this years women's basketball team 13:30 Importance of the veterans on the team17:00 Defensive mindset of Scott RueckSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PAC-12's Yogi Roth joins voice of the Beavers Mike Parker and Ron Callan to discuss the potential of the 4th season of the Jonathan Smith's Era at Oregon State. They dive into the growth of the Beavers defense, the future of the PAC-12, and the importance of Jonathan Smith and the stability of the coaching staff.:45 PAC-12 media day takeaways1:45 Excitement for the future of PAC-12 Football3:30 The growth of the PAC-12 and the impact on Beavers football5:30 Will this be the breakthrough year for Jonathan Smith?8:00 The importance of the Beavers starting the season 3-010:20 The skills of Beavers running back Deshaun Fenwick11:15 Jonathan Smith's ability to use the portal and keep the culture of the team12:00 Sam Noyer will elevate the Oregon State football team13:30 The new look of the defense with Avery Roberts16:00 Beavers defense will be more aggressive this seasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PAC-12's Yogi Roth joins voice of the Beavers Mike Parker and Ron Callan to discuss the potential of the 4th season of the Jonathan Smith's Era at Oregon State. They dive into the growth of the Beavers defense, the future of the PAC-12, and the importance of Jonathan Smith and the stability of the coaching staff.:45 PAC-12 media day takeaways1:45 Excitement for the future of PAC-12 Football3:30 The growth of the PAC-12 and the impact on Beavers football5:30 Will this be the breakthrough year for Jonathan Smith?8:00 The importance of the Beavers starting the season 3-010:20 The skills of Beavers running back Deshaun Fenwick11:15 Jonathan Smith's ability to use the portal and keep the culture of the team12:00 Sam Noyer will elevate the Oregon State football team13:30 The new look of the defense with Avery Roberts16:00 Beavers defense will be more aggressive this seasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Beavers assistant and current San Jose State head coach Brent Brennan joins this week's pod to discuss his six years at Oregon State and how fan interest has changed in San Jose after their Mountain West Conference Championship last season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Beavers assistant and current San Jose State head coach Brent Brennan joins this week's pod to discuss his six years at Oregon State and how fan interest has changed in San Jose after their Mountain West Conference Championship last season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oregon State head coach Wayne Tinkle joins this week's pod to discuss last year's Elite Eight run and his hopes for building upon it this upcoming season.1:10 Coach Tinkle on throwing out the first pitch at Wrigley Field on August 25th and how baseball was his first love.4:10 On the Elite Eight run this season and what it does for recruiting.8:15 The players he's got returning at Oregon State.9:56 Having fans back in the stands next season.11:33 On his daughter Joslyn becoming an assistant coach at Montana.13:45 Previewing the upcoming season for the Beavers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oregon State head coach Wayne Tinkle joins this week's pod to discuss last year's Elite Eight run and his hopes for building upon it this upcoming season.1:10 Coach Tinkle on throwing out the first pitch at Wrigley Field on August 25th and how baseball was his first love.4:10 On the Elite Eight run this season and what it does for recruiting.8:15 The players he's got returning at Oregon State.9:56 Having fans back in the stands next season.11:33 On his daughter Joslyn becoming an assistant coach at Montana.13:45 Previewing the upcoming season for the Beavers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Beavers assistant and current Milwaukee Bucks assistant coach Chad Forcier joins this week's podcast to discuss his time in Corvallis, coaching alongside Eddie Payne and what it means to be coaching in the NBA Finals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Beavers assistant and current Milwaukee Bucks assistant coach Chad Forcier joins this week's podcast to discuss his time in Corvallis, coaching alongside Eddie Payne and what it means to be coaching in the NBA Finals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Oregon State Women's soccer coach Lauren Sinacola joins this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss her coaching background, her early thoughts on Corvallis and her hopes for the future at Oregon State.1:05 What it's like to be in Corvallis with the Beavs1:47 How interesting the Beavs head coaching job was when it opened up2:45 Expectations for this year's team6:35 Is Oregon becoming a hotbed for soccer?8:00 Getting to know the players11:30 What will it be like for to compete against the other Pac-12 teams15:00 Dealing with with 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Oregon State Women's soccer coach Lauren Sinacola joins this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss her coaching background, her early thoughts on Corvallis and her hopes for the future at Oregon State.1:05 What it's like to be in Corvallis with the Beavs1:47 How interesting the Beavs head coaching job was when it opened up2:45 Expectations for this year's team6:35 Is Oregon becoming a hotbed for soccer?8:00 Getting to know the players11:30 What will it be like for to compete against the other Pac-12 teams15:00 Dealing with with 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beavers Baseball Coach Mitch Canham joins this week's podcast to discuss his first year as the coach at Oregon State.1:30 What are Coach Canham and the other coaches are up to right now3:30 What the coaching staff think about the team that will be coming back in 20228:40 Talking about the Beavers young core11:00 On watching the Corvallis Knights play 14:30 Discussing former Beavers having success in the pros17:00 Coach Canham's individual takeaways from his first season as head coach21:00 Key takeaways from his first-year strategyPrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

Beavers Baseball Coach Mitch Canham joins this week's podcast to discuss his first year as the coach at Oregon State.1:30 What are Coach Canham and the other coaches are up to right now3:30 What the coaching staff think about the team that will be coming back in 20228:40 Talking about the Beavers young core11:00 On watching the Corvallis Knights play 14:30 Discussing former Beavers having success in the pros17:00 Coach Canham's individual takeaways from his first season as head coach21:00 Key takeaways from his first-year strategyPrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

Former Oregon State defensive tackle Esera Tuaolo joins this week's podcast to discuss Pride Month in the LGBTQ+ community and the news that Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib has announced that he is gay.1:00 Esera says he is in Massachusetts right now as an Executive Chef2:00 Reaction when Carl Nassib came out as gay3:40 Being quiet about his sexuality while playing football5:50 What was it like announcing his sexuality on Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel8:10 Talking about the Hate is Wrong organization11:05 Esera's message to anyone struggling to be true to their self with their sexuality15:35 Singing the National Anthem at a Packers game16:40 Esera's defining moment of his NFL career18:10 What it was like on The Voice20:50 What Pride Month means to Esera22:00 The greater impact of Carl Nassib's coming outPrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

Former Oregon State defensive tackle Esera Tuaolo joins this week's podcast to discuss Pride Month in the LGBTQ+ community and the news that Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib has announced that he is gay.1:00 Esera says he is in Massachusetts right now as an Executive Chef2:00 Reaction when Carl Nassib came out as gay3:40 Being quiet about his sexuality while playing football5:50 What was it like announcing his sexuality on Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel8:10 Talking about the Hate is Wrong organization11:05 Esera's message to anyone struggling to be true to their self with their sexuality15:35 Singing the National Anthem at a Packers game16:40 Esera's defining moment of his NFL career18:10 What it was like on The Voice20:50 What Pride Month means to Esera22:00 The greater impact of Carl Nassib's coming outPrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

Kaylee Mitchell joins the podcast to talk about setting the Oregon State University record in the 3000m steeplechase, qualifying for the Olympic Trials and her anticipation of toeing the line against her racing idol, Emma Coburn, plus participating in programs like Dam Change and Dam Worth It.1:37 - Kaylee shares how she felt after realizing she qualified for Olympic Trials5:51 - Expressing her admiration for Emma Coburn and how it will feel to race against her9:03 - Why she choose to compete in steeplechase11:40 - Why Kaylee transferred from Seattle Pacific to Oregon State13:45 - Turning to running during the COVID shutdown14:44 - The importance and impact of Dam Change and Dam Worth It

Kaylee Mitchell joins the podcast to talk about setting the Oregon State University record in the 3000m steeplechase, qualifying for the Olympic Trials and her anticipation of toeing the line against her racing idol, Emma Coburn, plus participating in programs like Dam Change and Dam Worth It.1:37 - Kaylee shares how she felt after realizing she qualified for Olympic Trials5:51 - Expressing her admiration for Emma Coburn and how it will feel to race against her9:03 - Why she choose to compete in steeplechase11:40 - Why Kaylee transferred from Seattle Pacific to Oregon State13:45 - Turning to running during the COVID shutdown14:44 - The importance and impact of Dam Change and Dam Worth It

Former Oregon State basketball players Dino Tanner and Corey Benjamin join this week's podcast to discuss their time in Corvallis, the NBA Playoffs and their individual stories of trash talking to the G.O.A.T. Michael Jordan.

Former Oregon State basketball players Dino Tanner and Corey Benjamin join this week's podcast to discuss their time in Corvallis, the NBA Playoffs and their individual stories of trash talking to the G.O.A.T. Michael Jordan.

Oregon State basketball great Mel Counts joins this week's podcast to discuss his time in Corvallis, his time in the NBA and what it was like to win a Gold Medal at the Olympics in the 1964 Tokyo games.2:40 Mel didn't realize he such a good basketball player until he was a junior or senior.4:10 Mel's two biggest regrets: not winning the National Championship and only beating Oregon 17 or 20 times.7:15 Training for the 1964 Olympics at Pearl Harbor and winning the gold medal10:40 Being on the same team as Bill Russell.16:00 Why team awards are much more special than individual awards.22:00 The team Mel most like playing against while at OSU.24:00 What advice would he give Oregon State athletes today?

Oregon State basketball great Mel Counts joins this week's podcast to discuss his time in Corvallis, his time in the NBA and what it was like to win a Gold Medal at the Olympics in the 1964 Tokyo games.2:40 Mel didn't realize he such a good basketball player until he was a junior or senior.4:10 Mel's two biggest regrets: not winning the National Championship and only beating Oregon 17 or 20 times.7:15 Training for the 1964 Olympics at Pearl Harbor and winning the gold medal10:40 Being on the same team as Bill Russell.16:00 Why team awards are much more special than individual awards.22:00 The team Mel most like playing against while at OSU.24:00 What advice would he give Oregon State athletes today?

Former Beavers baseball coach Pat Casey joins this week's podcast to reflect on his coaching career, his three College World Series Championships and this year's Beavers' squad under Mitch Canham.3:12 When Pat Casey fell in love with baseball4:53 What it meant to be able to coach so close to home8:00 What recruiting and coaching look like in the beginning vs. now11:00 Coaching at George Fox while playing basketball and minor league baseball22:00 Winning the first College World Series Championship34:00 The biggest difference between the 2018 Beavers team vs. the back-to-back championship teams39:30 The thought process going into retirement42:50 This year's Beavers team

Former Beavers baseball coach Pat Casey joins this week's podcast to reflect on his coaching career, his three College World Series Championships and this year's Beavers' squad under Mitch Canham.3:12 When Pat Casey fell in love with baseball4:53 What it meant to be able to coach so close to home8:00 What recruiting and coaching look like in the beginning vs. now11:00 Coaching at George Fox while playing basketball and minor league baseball22:00 Winning the first College World Series Championship34:00 The biggest difference between the 2018 Beavers team vs. the back-to-back championship teams39:30 The thought process going into retirement42:50 This year's Beavers team

Former Oregon Soccer women's soccer player and current Portland Thorns goalkeeper Bella Bixby joins this week's podcast to discuss her time at Oregon State, the differences between the college game and the pro game and the 2021 NWSL season.1:00 Bella on the Challenge Cup victory.2:30 On her decision to go to Oregon State over other schools & her favorite game from her Oregon State career.9:10 On about getting drafted by the Thorns.12:25 Being motivated to stay ready for getting *real* playing time.14:05 Talking about overcoming injuries and the advice she would give people who have to rehab.18:25 Bella's goals for the season.22:00 Standing up for social justice.

Former Oregon Soccer women's soccer player and current Portland Thorns goalkeeper Bella Bixby joins this week's podcast to discuss her time at Oregon State, the differences between the college game and the pro game and the 2021 NWSL season.1:00 Bella on the Challenge Cup victory.2:30 On her decision to go to Oregon State over other schools & her favorite game from her Oregon State career.9:10 On about getting drafted by the Thorns.12:25 Being motivated to stay ready for getting *real* playing time.14:05 Talking about overcoming injuries and the advice she would give people who have to rehab.18:25 Bella's goals for the season.22:00 Standing up for social justice.

Blazers Television analyst Lamar Hurd joins this week's podcast to discuss his time at Oregon State, his decision to come back to Portland and the current season for the Portland Trail Blazers.1:55 Lamar on Joslyn screaming at officials during OSU Men's basketball games.6:45 How having a small number of fans in the arena makes a huge difference.8:30 What made Lamar fall in love with basketball10:30 How Lamar really learned how to be accountable for himself at Oregon State.17:00 Lamar on playing basketball in Europe.19:00. His decision to retire from professional basketball.24:00 How he got back into broadcasting.

Blazers Television analyst Lamar Hurd joins this week's podcast to discuss his time at Oregon State, his decision to come back to Portland and the current season for the Portland Trail Blazers.1:55 Lamar on Joslyn screaming at officials during OSU Men's basketball games.6:45 How having a small number of fans in the arena makes a huge difference.8:30 What made Lamar fall in love with basketball10:30 How Lamar really learned how to be accountable for himself at Oregon State.17:00 Lamar on playing basketball in Europe.19:00. His decision to retire from professional basketball.24:00 How he got back into broadcasting.

Oregon State running back great Ken Simonton joins this week's podcast to re-live his favorite Oregon State memories and to discuss his role as a mentor to today's athletes.1:35 Growing up a baseball fan.3:00 Dennis Erickson told him he would have to give up baseball.4:35 Mike Riley was the main factor in getting him to go to Oregon State.6:00 Loved the slower pace, beauty and greenery of Corvallis. But did not love the weather.7:30 Asked if he expected to have such an immediate impact.8:40 Said he's pretty sure he was not well-liked his freshman year because of his confidence.10:55 What was it that fueled him to achieve all that he did?14:55 What was the best part of being a Beaver?16:40 Asked what his favorite part about being a Beaver was.18:30 Talking about the challenges of not going to the combine or Senior Bowl following his great college career.21:20 Said it's important to not have a bunch of "yes" men in your circle.23:40 Talking about mentoring young athletes.27:20 Talking about his life today.

Oregon State running back great Ken Simonton joins this week's podcast to re-live his favorite Oregon State memories and to discuss his role as a mentor to today's athletes.1:35 Growing up a baseball fan.3:00 Dennis Erickson told him he would have to give up baseball.4:35 Mike Riley was the main factor in getting him to go to Oregon State.6:00 Loved the slower pace, beauty and greenery of Corvallis. But did not love the weather.7:30 Asked if he expected to have such an immediate impact.8:40 Said he's pretty sure he was not well-liked his freshman year because of his confidence.10:55 What was it that fueled him to achieve all that he did?14:55 What was the best part of being a Beaver?16:40 Asked what his favorite part about being a Beaver was.18:30 Talking about the challenges of not going to the combine or Senior Bowl following his great college career.21:20 Said it's important to not have a bunch of "yes" men in your circle.23:40 Talking about mentoring young athletes.27:20 Talking about his life today.

Former OSU running back Yvenson Bernard joins this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss his favorite Oregon State memories, his admiration for his immigrant parents and his journey from athlete to financial expert.3:15 Being a two-sport athlete: football and baseball.5:30 On Dennis Erickson and his Oregon State teams.5:50 How Sabby Piscitelli was one of his main recruiters to Oregon State.8:10 Choosing football over baseball.14:20 The challenges of playing behind someone he knew he was better than his redshirt freshman year at Oregon State.17:53 His favorite Oregon State experience.19:45 All the injuries he had as he was getting ready for the NFL combine.21:00 His career in the NFL and the CFL and when he knew it was time to give up playing football.25:40 When Bob De Carolis told him he should be a fund raiser.27:00 His path to becoming a financial advisor.29:00 How he's focused on helping athletes get set up for their futures financially.31:50 About the Bernard Family Foundation.33:30 How he helped out with sending supplies to Haiti in 2010 following the big earthquake.

Former OSU running back Yvenson Bernard joins this week's Talkin' Beavers podcast to discuss his favorite Oregon State memories, his admiration for his immigrant parents and his journey from athlete to financial expert.3:15 Being a two-sport athlete: football and baseball.5:30 On Dennis Erickson and his Oregon State teams.5:50 How Sabby Piscitelli was one of his main recruiters to Oregon State.8:10 Choosing football over baseball.14:20 The challenges of playing behind someone he knew he was better than his redshirt freshman year at Oregon State.17:53 His favorite Oregon State experience.19:45 All the injuries he had as he was getting ready for the NFL combine.21:00 His career in the NFL and the CFL and when he knew it was time to give up playing football.25:40 When Bob De Carolis told him he should be a fund raiser.27:00 His path to becoming a financial advisor.29:00 How he's focused on helping athletes get set up for their futures financially.31:50 About the Bernard Family Foundation.33:30 How he helped out with sending supplies to Haiti in 2010 following the big earthquake.

Former Oregon State basketball star David Lucas joins this week's podcast to discuss the Maurice Lucas Foundation, all the lessons his father taught him and what Oregon State has meant to him personally.1:20 How have things been going throughout the pandemic?1:55 Talking about his son that was born the day that Kobe Bryan passed away.2:30 The Maurice Lucas Foundation and all that it does.6:30 How much do you enjoy seeing who these kids become?8:20 Lessons David learned from his father.10:20 What makes Oregon (the state) so special?11:30 What has made you most proud about your career after college?15:00 David said he wasn't interested in basketball until his junior year of high school.15:40 How he got involved in basketball at Oregon State.19:00 Playing basketball overseas.22:10 What does Oregon State mean to you?24:30 Talking about the Oregon State men's basketball season this year.

Former Oregon State basketball star David Lucas joins this week's podcast to discuss the Maurice Lucas Foundation, all the lessons his father taught him and what Oregon State has meant to him personally.1:20 How have things been going throughout the pandemic?1:55 Talking about his son that was born the day that Kobe Bryan passed away.2:30 The Maurice Lucas Foundation and all that it does.6:30 How much do you enjoy seeing who these kids become?8:20 Lessons David learned from his father.10:20 What makes Oregon (the state) so special?11:30 What has made you most proud about your career after college?15:00 David said he wasn't interested in basketball until his junior year of high school.15:40 How he got involved in basketball at Oregon State.19:00 Playing basketball overseas.22:10 What does Oregon State mean to you?24:30 Talking about the Oregon State men's basketball season this year.

Oregon State men's soccer coach Terry Boss joins this week's podcast to discuss the latest on the soccer team and what it's like for him to be the NCAA coach of the team just miles from where he grew up.1:05 This weekend's win over Stanford.2:20 How have you kept the guys together throughout this season?3:35 Overcoming the adversity of the past year.4:48 Coaching philosophies and strategies.6:32 Gloire Amanda, Sofiane Djeffal and Joel Walker and what he's learned from coaching them.13:00 Talking about Kevin Boss, his brother.15:52 What does it mean to be coaching a team miles from where you grew up?17:10 What makes Oregon State so special?

Oregon State men's soccer coach Terry Boss joins this week's podcast to discuss the latest on the soccer team and what it's like for him to be the NCAA coach of the team just miles from where he grew up.1:05 This weekend's win over Stanford.2:20 How have you kept the guys together throughout this season?3:35 Overcoming the adversity of the past year.4:48 Coaching philosophies and strategies.6:32 Gloire Amanda, Sofiane Djeffal and Joel Walker and what he's learned from coaching them.13:00 Talking about Kevin Boss, his brother.15:52 What does it mean to be coaching a team miles from where you grew up?17:10 What makes Oregon State so special?