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Big Stories
Big Stories is a show dedicated to telling the incredible and inspiring tales from the Big 12 and beyond. Cleon Wall hosts the Big Stories podcast.
Episodes
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Arizona - It's Okay to Not Be Okay: The Ramey Sisters' Journey Through Sports and Mental Health
University of Arizona goalkeeper Olivia Ramey dreams of becoming a sports psychologist—a passion born from witnessing her sister Rachel’s struggles as a…
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Big 12 Title Tilt
It's finally here - the Big 12 Conference Championship happens this Saturday between BYU and Texas Tech. BYU SportsNation's Jason Shepherd and Locked on Texas…
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How Newcomers Are Reshaping the Big 12
The Big12 football season is coming to a close. Who had succesful seasons? Some unexpected solid teams came out of the word work in Arizona and Houston. Is the…
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Meet Mrs. and Mr. UCF
UCF's Spirit Squad wouldn't be where it is right now without coach Linda Gooch. And Linda wouldn't be where she is today without her husband, Alan. In this…
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Big 12 and its Unlikely Heroes at QB
This week on Big Stories: We spotlight backup quarterbacks who stepped up and delivered when their teams needed them most. Plus, we break down a shocking upset…
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Iowa State's (Former) Chief Energy Officer Returns
Join host Cleon Wall as he reconnects with Conrad Hawley, Iowa State Basketball's former Chief Energy Officer, for an inspiring update on his journey from…
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Big 12 Title Game: The Plot Thickens
The Big 12 title race is heating up as Texas Tech secures a commanding victory, reclaiming its position at the top of the conference. What can the other teams…
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Buffalo Tracks: Inside Colorado's Iconic Mascot Program
Step onto the Folsom Field as the Big Stories team charges into the heart of one of college football’s most beloved traditions: Ralphie, the live buffalo…
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Big Game in West Texas
Get ready for another action-packed episode of Big Stories! Host Cleon Wall and producer Chase Davidson go head-to-head as they reveal their top five teams in…
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Big Stories Archive: Iowa State - The Spirit of Jack Trice and The Cycloneers
Big Stories Host Cleon Wall had to take some time off for a family matter. So, the Big Stories team is bringing you an episode from Big Stories season one…
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The Big 12: Who’s Up, Who’s Down, & Who’s Dangerous?
From “Where do we go from here?” to “Spoiler warning,” we’re breaking down the biggest stories going on right now in the Big 12: West Virginia's Struggles…
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The Tale of BYU's Cougar Tail
BYU's Cougar Tail is a staple for football fans who attend games at LaVell Edwards Stadium. But what are the origins of the large maple bar? And why would BYU…
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Big 12 Chaos: Who’s Really on Top?
It’s a wild ride in the Big 12 as more than half the conference still has a shot at making the championship game. In this week’s episode, we break down the…
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No Leg, No Limits: OSU Podcaster Cody Stovall’s Rise
Cody Stovall’s path to hosting Locked On Oklahoma State is anything but typical. In this episode of Big Stories, Cleon Wall dives into Cody’s lifelong Cowboys…
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Preparing For Some Big Rivalries
In this episode of Big Stories, it’s all about in-state showdowns and gridiron bragging rights. Host Cleon Wall dives into the fierce rivalries between BYU and…
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The Whitmarsh Legacy Lives On at Arizona State
Arizona State’s Kendall Whitmarsh carries a name that resonates deeply in the world of beach volleyball. Her father, Mike Whitmarsh, was a legend in the…
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An Unexpected Contender Arises in the Big 12
On this episode of the Big Stories Pod, we break down our Top 5 teams from last week's action and spotlight a surprising contender emerging in the race for the…
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Big Stories Archive: UCF - Home Sweet Home
The Big Stories team is scouring the Big 12 for more inspirational stories for this season. In the meantime, we thought we would dip into the Big Stories…
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Previewing the Texas Two-Step
The Big Stories pod crowns a new top Big 12 team from week 5 - highlighting a few squads that pulled off amazing comebacks. They also dive into the biggest…
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Spinal Strength: Baylor's Emily Bott
Emily Bott flips, twists, and tumbles with the best in collegiate Acrobatics and Tumbling. As a key member of Baylor’s National Championship-winning team, she…
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Big 12's Number 1 Team
The Big Stories podcast loves its Top Fives, so they are adding a new segment declaring the Top Five teams of the week from the Big 12 with producer Chase…
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The Legend of The Lisk at Utah
Drew Lisk wanted to challenge himself after he left high school. The former quarterback decided to walk on to the University of Utah Football team instead of…
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The Big 12's First Big Game
Fox's Big Noon Kick-Off is headed to Salt Lake City for the Big 12's first big game of the year as Utah hosts Texas Tech. KSL.com's Josh Furlong clues us in on…
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WVU President Michael T. Benson's Big Decisions
In this episode of Big Stories, West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson reflects on the pivotal choices that shaped his life—from proposing to his…
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Rivalry Recap and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
It was a rivalry weekend for a few Big 12 teams. Houston takes down Rice in a crosstown clash, Iowa State reclaims the Cy-Hawk Trophy, and Baylor storms back…
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Kansas's Mighty Casey Is A Hit
Jared Casey was affectionately known as "The Mighty Casey" on the radio whenever the Kansas Jayhawks football team played. As a former fullback and tight end…
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Week 1 Blitz: QB Heroes, Injury Drama, & Big Time Clashes
Week one of the college football season is in the books, and every Big 12 team has now played at least one game. Some teams and quarterbacks looked impressive…
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The Believing Baileys: A TCU Tale
TCU wide receiver Jordyn Bailey gives his mother, Casaundra, all the credit for shaping him into the man he is today—alongside his faith in God. So, Big…
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Farmageddon & the Booth Reboot
The Big Stories podcast brings you the top 5 stories from week zero of college football, and the majority of the talk centered around Iowa State and Kansas…
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Chris Botts: The Principal Who Inspired Kansas State QB Avery Johnson
Almost a year before Kansas State stepped on the field against rival Iowa State in Ireland, Wildcat quarterback Avery Johnson dedicated the 2024 season to his…
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Big 12's Biggest Football Storylines
BYUradio’s Big Stories podcast is getting even bigger. Host Cleon Wall and the Big Stories team will continue telling the inspirational tales from across the…
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Our Favorite Moments from Season 2
We've wrapped up another amazing season of the Big Stories podcast! ????️ Join producer/host Cleon Wall and producer Whitney Sheffield as they share their…
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Feed Drop - Deep Blue
Season 2 of Big Stories will wrap up next week. In the meantime, the team wanted to share with you one of our other great podcasts from BYU SportsNation and…
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University of Utah: Eric Weddle - Let’s Be Great Today
Eric Weddle, former University of Utah and NFL safety, built his career on hard work, resilience, and his personal mantra, "Let's be great today." After 14…
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Arizona State: Tony Achille - Until the End…
Tony Achille has loved hockey since he started playing at age 3. Even after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma at 15, he never stopped playing. In this…
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Arizona: Be Golden
Robert Golden lost his passion for playing football after his father's death. So, what would he do next? Teach kids to "Be Golden." This podcast episode…
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Kansas: Wayne Simien - Called to Greatness
Most young athletes dream of playing college and professional sports, and Wayne Simien was no exception. He not only played basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks…
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Kansas State: Revival - The Bill Snyder Story
When Bill Snyder arrived at Kansas State, the Wildcats were the worst team in college football—winless in 27 straight games. But, through his relentless…
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Kansas: Darrell Stuckey - Above and Beyond
After an impressive career at the University of Kansas and in the NFL, Darrell Stuckey faced a career-ending injury that forced him to step away from the game…
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Arizona: Fred Snowden - The Fantastic Mr. Fox
Fred Snowden, a.k.a. "The Fox," made history as the first African American head basketball coach at a major university, taking the helm at the University of…
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UCF: Bono Baseball - More Than a Game
2024 was a remarkable year for Kyle and Landon Bono. The father-son duo led their baseball team to victory, clinching the Little League World Series trophy…
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Baylor: Payton Washington - You Only Live Once
Payton Washington, a standout member of Baylor University's Acrobatics and Tumbling squad, is known for her breathtaking performances and fierce competitive…
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Cincinnati: Oscar Robertson - Lead by Example
Oscar Robertson was the consummate, all-around basketball player, but he was much more than a guy known as Mr. Triple-Double. In this episode of the Big…
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Colorado: Assane Diop - The Senegalese Seed
Assane Diop compares his journey to play basketball at the University of Colorado as a seed growing in foreign soil. It all started with his father pushing him…
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University of Utah: The 3 Pillars
According to University of Utah president Taylor Randall, the university is built on three pillars: inspire, innovate, and serve. In this episode, we share the…
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Oklahoma State: Taylor Roe Trust Yourself
Taylor Roe is one of the most decorated athletes in Oklahoma State Track & Field's history. A fierce competitor on the track, Taylor’s journey was shaped by…
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Arizona State: The Evolution of JJ Van Niel
When JJ Van Niel became the head coach of Arizona State women’s volleyball, the program was in a tough spot—coming off three straight losing seasons and…
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Big Stories Returns on Jan. 6th
Big Stories will have more great tales from the Big 12 coming up on January 6th. We will chronicle the Arizona State women's volleyball coach who left the high…
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Houston: The Guz is All Good
Noah Guzman, a defensive back for the University of Houston, has taken the meaning of “early riser” to a whole new level. Noah’s morning starts at 4:30 a.m…
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Arizona State: Maddie McLaughlin Will Motivate You
Maddie McLaughlin dreamed of playing at the highest level as a young girl. A debilitating battle with Lyme disease in high school almost crushed that dream. In…
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Kansas: A Football Family's Playbook
University of Kansas offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes almost gave up coaching college football. Jeff didn't feel like he could coach and spend quality time…
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Utah: Hayes Tough - The Tate's Tutorial on Love
The lives of former Utah Football safety Steve Tate and wife Savanna were changed forever once their son Hayes arrived. He was diagnosed with brain cancer and…
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UCF: The Sahaydak's Soccer Journey
Tiffany and Tim Sahaydak both have impressive soccer backgrounds—from Tiff’s experience as a U.S. Women’s National Team player, Olympic gold medalist, and…
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Oklahoma State: Rob Glass - Guide to Greatness
In this episode, we highlight the incredible career of Rob Glass, Oklahoma State’s Assistant Athletic Director for Speed, Strength, and Conditioning. While…
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Arizona: Inspiring Greatness - Arizona's Adaptive Sports Legacy
The University of Arizona's Adaptive Sports athletic department is a rarity. They are among the few nationwide, and each team is only made up of Wildcat…
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Baylor: Churching the Unchurched
Baylor graduates Jimmy and Janet Dorrell transformed an unlikely location—beneath the rumbling I-35 bridge in Waco, Texas—into a thriving church community…
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Kansas State: A Wildcat's Walk with God
Landry Weber’s college football career ended with an injury just a few plays into Kansas State's Texas Bowl victory over LSU. What came next was a total…
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Wyoming: Cowgirl Up Like Jacey Hupp
University of Wyoming Women's Rodeo coach Jacey Hupp never thought she would pursue a rodeo career after completing her eligibility on South Dakota State…
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SMU: Futsal's First Family of Dallas
When you hear the squeak of sneakers on a hard court, you might think of basketball, but in this case, it’s all about futsal—a fast-paced, high-energy sport…
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S. Illinois: Bill Story's Thousand Mile Journey To Taking One Step
A Chinese proverb states “The journey of one-thousand miles begins with one single step.” Former Southern Illinois Saluki football player Bill Story’s current…