Heartland College Sports: Big 12 College Football Podcast
880 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 758 ratingsCheck out the best podcast for Big 12 football and general college football and college basketball fans. We cover the Baylor Bears, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma Sooners, Oklahoma State Cowboys, Texas Longhorns, Texas Tech Red Raiders, TCU Horned Frogs and the West Virginia Mountaineers! All part of HeartlandCollegeSports.com!
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Ranking Big 12 Expansion Candidates After Colorado
July 30, 2023 19:20 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBIt's time to rank the Big 12 expansion candidates just days after Colorado announced it would be leaving the Pac-12 for the Big 12. Join Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo for the rankings and conversation.
Big 12 Expands as Colorado is COMING HOME!
July 28, 2023 01:32 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBThe Big 12 Conference is finally set to expand as the Colorado Buffaloes are COMING HOME to the league! Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo discusses how Brett Yormark outfoxed George Kliavkoff and what it means for the future of the league!
Phil Steele Previews 2023 Big 12 Football Season
July 27, 2023 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIt's almost college football season and the great Phil Steele joins Pete Mundo to preview the 2023 Big 12 football season to talk favorites, underdogs and whether or not this is the most unpredictable conference in the country!
Pac-12 Media Day Debacle Lifts Big 12
July 23, 2023 17:33 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBThe Pac-12 Conference held its 2023 Media Day this past Friday and Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo explains why it was a debacle for the league and what it means for the Big 12.
Chip Patterson, CBS Sports/Cover3 Podcast Interview: Big 12 Football Season Preview
July 19, 2023 00:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBHow does Chip Patterson from CBS Sports see the upcoming Big 12 Football season? Pete Mundo is joined by Patterson to discuss the roller coaster ride of the Big 12, who is getting overhyped, under-appreciated, and much more!
Big 12 Football Media Days: Top 5 Takeaways
July 15, 2023 17:40 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThis week, Pete Mundo from Heartland College Sports gives you his top 5 takeaways from Big 12 football media days this week at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
ESPN Analyst Sam Acho Interview LIVE from Big 12 Football Media Days
July 12, 2023 17:35 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MBHeartland College Sports is AT Big 12 Football Media Days and ESPN analyst Sam Acho joins Pete Mundo to discuss the upcoming college football season, along with the success of the AllState AFCA Good Works Team community award.
Top 5 Storylines to Watch at Big 12 Football Media Days
July 10, 2023 01:22 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBAs we get set for Big 12 football media days this week in Arlington, Texas, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo discusses the top five storylines heading into the event. Plus, the Big 12 reportedly has little interest in San Diego State.
Big 12 Media Bombs on Preseason Football Poll
July 07, 2023 01:36 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBThe Big 12 media preseason football poll was released on Thursday and Pete Mundo explains what the league got wrong. Plus, the All-Big 12 team gets announced, along with Paul Finebaum actually saying nice things about the Big 12.
Pac-12 TV Deal Disaster Continues, New Big 12 Era Begins
July 02, 2023 18:44 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThe Pac-12 Conference continues to flounder without a TV deal, while questions remain on the future of the conference and what exact its plans are. Meantime, the Big 12 Conference begins a new era with the four new teams officially in the league.
Iowa State AD Jamie Pollard Interview: Big 12's Past, Future, Football's 2023 Season
June 30, 2023 02:14 - 24 minutes - 22 MBIt was a great conversation as Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard joined Pete Mundo to discuss the past two years for the Big 12, welcoming four new teams in, and what the next steps, if any should be. Plus, they talked about the gambling investigation, football's hopeful turnaround and how NIL has changed college sports.
Big 12 Expansion Could Be a Bust?!
June 29, 2023 01:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIs it possible all the hype around Big 12 expansion ends up being a bust?! Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo discusses that and more.
Tim Fitzgerald Interview: Big 12's Waiting Game for Pac-12 Teams, K-State 2023 Expectations
June 27, 2023 01:48 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBThe Big 12 is playing a waiting game on multiple Pac-12 teams. Pete Mundo talks about the state of conference realignment with Go Powercat's Tim Fitzgerald. Plus, what should the K-State expectations be going into the 2023 college football season.
Tim Brando Interview: Big 12 Expansion, Brett Yormark Impact and 2023 Parity
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBDon't miss FOX Sports play-by-play man Tim Brando join Pete Mundo to talk about the latest around Big 12 expansion rumors, what makes sense, how Brett Yormark has played such a huge role in less than a year on the job and why the Big 12 will have a ton of parity in football this fall.
UConn Hypes Big 12 to Recruits, San Diego State Shut Down by Mountain West
June 20, 2023 01:14 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBSo UConn football is apparently hyping the Big 12 to its top recruits, meantime, Pete Mundo also discusses how San Diego State got shut down by the Mountain West Conference in the most predictable move ever.
Bob Huggins "Retires": West Virginia Makes Right Call
June 18, 2023 18:40 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBBob Huggins retired following his DUI arrest from Friday night in Pittsburgh. Pete Mundo explains why this was the move that had to be made and now the question is who could replace the legendary figure in Morgantown.
ESPN FPI Rankings Love Texas, Bob Huggins' DUI Arrest is Ugly, Plus San Diego State Wants Time
June 17, 2023 18:50 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBThe 2023 ESPN FPI Rankings love the Texas Longhorns over the rest of the Big 12 teams this fall. Does that make sense? Plus, Pete Mundo talks about the ugly details behind Bob Huggins' DUI arrest from Friday night in Pittsburgh. Also, San Diego State requests an extension from the Mountain West Conference as expansion looms large in the weeks ahead.
Kansas Jayhawks AD Travis Goff on Big 12 Expansion, KU Football and Basketball
June 14, 2023 20:23 - 26 minutes - 24 MBPete Mundo is joined by Kansas Jayhawks athletic director Travis Goff to talk about the hiring of Brett Yormark as Big 12 commissioner, Big 12 expansion options, plus Lance Leipold's success and Bill Self's health and future.
Is the Big 12 Serious About Expansion with Memphis?!
June 10, 2023 18:30 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBReports surfaced this week that the Big 12 visited Memphis to explore the possibility of the Tigers as an expansion candidate. Pete Mundo from Heartland College Sports discusses what Brett Yormark said and if it makes any sense. Plus, the latest from the Pac-12 TV deal drama.
The Big 12 and UConn: What's Going On?
June 07, 2023 01:12 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBThe Big 12 Conference wants to expand, but are the UConn Huskies really in the mix? There's been a lot of mixed reporting in the last 48 hours, so Pete Mundo from Heartland College Sports shares the latest on what you need to know.
SEC Wimps Out, Brett Yormark Addresses Big 12 Expansion
June 04, 2023 18:13 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBThe SEC completely wimped out by staying at eight conference games. Pete Mundo discusses that and its implications on college football at large. Plus, we recap Brett Yormark's press conference from Friday in West Virginia talking about Big 12 expansion and future TV deals.
Oklahoma, Oklahoma State Prepare for 2023 Women's College World Series
June 01, 2023 16:15 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBThe 2023 Women's College World Series gets underway on Wednesday. Pete Mundo is joined by lead softball writer Bryan Clinton to preview the WCWS and discuss the top storylines heading into the tournament.
Colorado Inching Closer To Rejoining Big 12 Conference
May 31, 2023 01:18 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBIt appears that the Colorado Buffaloes are inching closer towards joining the Big 12 Conference, according to a new report from CBS Sports' Dennis Dodd. Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo discusses why this makes sense and what it means moving forward.
Could Conference Realignment Include DROPPING Teams?!
May 29, 2023 17:46 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBCredit to Joel Klatt who started an interesting conversation in recent days about whether or not the future of conference realignment could include dropping teams from conferences. Pete Mundo from Heartland College Sports also discusses the latest around the Pac-12 drama, and how the Big 12 could be impacted.
Pac-12 Signals Latest Bad News for Floundering Conference
May 24, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBOne Pac-12 Conference team has signaled more bad news ahead for the league as it remains without a television contract. Plus, a Big 12 team names its starting quarterback and Pete Mundo talks about which new Big 12 team he's most excited about.
NCAA Softball Super Regionals Preview: Three Big 12 Teams Punch Tickets
May 23, 2023 19:22 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBThe Big 12 Conference has three teams advancing to the NCAA Softball Tournament's Super Regionals with the Oklahoma Sooners, Oklahoma State Cowboys and Texas Longhorns all moving on. Pete Mundo is joined by Bryan Clinton to preview the three series, plus taking a look at the remaining field and how the three Big 12 teams can reach the Women's College World Series.
Big 12 Revenues Exceed Expectations, Could College Football Go With a 48-Team Super Division?
May 22, 2023 01:04 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBThe Big 12's latest revenue totals prove that while it trails the SEC and Big Ten, it's not going anywhere as a major Power 5 Conference. Pete Mundo explains what this means for the future of the league and conference realignment. Plus, could a 48-team college football super division be in the future?
The Big 12 is Eyeing UConn for Expansion
May 19, 2023 22:44 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBReports indicate Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark wants to add UConn, but others around the Big 12 may not be on board. What should happen?! Join Pete Mundo of Heartland College Sports for this conversation.
NCAA Softball Tournament Regionals Preview
May 18, 2023 20:04 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBThe NCAA Softball Tournament Regionals get underway this week with four Big 12 teams in play with the Oklahoma Sooners, Oklahoma State Cowgirls, Texas Longhorns and Baylor Bears all playing. Pete Mundo is joined by Bryan Clinton to preview all the action!
Pac-12 Implosion: Big 12 or Big Ten as the Villain?
May 16, 2023 01:08 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBWith each passing day, it seems like it's a question of IF, not WHEN, the Pac-12 finally implodes. The biggest thing that may be holding that back right now is no one wants to take the blame for the Pac-12 collapsing. Pete Mundo discusses that and more around conference expansion.
Big 12 Football Coaches Salaries Listed
May 11, 2023 20:14 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBThe 2023 Big 12 Football coaches salaries were recently ranked after Chris Klieman received a new deal from the Kansas State Wildcats. Where does everyone stack up against each other?! Pete Mundo dives into that and more!
Bob Huggins Rightly Keeps Job With West Virginia Mountaineers
May 10, 2023 20:18 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBWest Virginia head coach Bob Huggins will retain his job after fallout this week following his use of a homophobic slur. Right or Wrong? Pete Mundo discusses.
Bob Huggins Screwed Up, But Should He Really Be Fired?
May 09, 2023 02:42 - 10 minutes - 9.92 MBWest Virginia basketball coach Bob Huggins went on a Cincinnati radio show and used a homophobic slur, but should it end his career? Pete Mundo discusses that in this episode on Heartland College Sports.
Pac-12 TV Deal Drama Unfolds as Big 12 Plots Future Moves
May 07, 2023 18:04 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBThe mixed reporting around a future Pac-12 TV deal is telling as Pete Mundo dives into what is likely going on with the league and how the Big 12 stands to benefit. Plus, other moves and reports come down from the Big 12 as Brett Yormark continues to change the future of college sports.
Top Five Big 12 Steals of the 2023 NFL Draft
May 04, 2023 00:48 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBHere are the Heartland College Sports Top 5 steals of the 2023 NFL Draft, as listed by Pete Mundo. Plus, Pete dives into the Big 12 wanting to add live in-game interviews during football broadcasts.
The BIG 12 Could Play in ... MEXICO?!
May 02, 2023 19:28 - 15 minutes - 14 MBThe Big 12 is reportedly planning to start playing games in Mexico in 2024. Is this a good idea?!
San Diego State Predicts Big 12 or Pac-12?! Plus a Great NFL Draft for the Big 12
May 01, 2023 01:18 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBThe San Diego State athletic director predicted his program would end up in the Big 12 or the Pac-12. Which one makes more sense? Plus, the Big 12 has itself a STRONG 2023 NFL Draft.
Big 12 Leads Power 5 Conferences in Highest Percentage of Teams With First Round NFL Draft Picks
April 28, 2023 15:58 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBThe Big 12’s depth was on display again on Thursday night during the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft from Kansas City, Missouri. Pete Mundo discusses the six first round NFL Draft picks from the Big 12, the fits for each player and how the defensive narrative against the league should be totally gone.
Blaine Traxel, West Virginia Baseball Pitcher Interview
April 26, 2023 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBThe West Virginia Mountaineers are arguably the best story in college baseball this season as they sit in first place in the Big 12 baseball standings. One of the reasons is starting pitcher Blaine Traxel, who joins Pete Mundo to talk about WVU's success, the rest of the season, possibly hosting an NCAA Regional and any pregame rituals he has.
Colorado, Deion Sanders Prove They are Big 12 Ready
April 23, 2023 19:42 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBThe Colorado football spring game was a sign that the Buffaloes, led by Deion Sanders, are ready to make the jump to the Big 12 Conference. Plus, Pete Mundo discusses new comments from the Colorado chancellor about the future of the program in the Pac-12. Also, news and notes from spring games around the Big 12.
Big 12 Softball Takes Center Stage, ESPN FPI Debate
April 20, 2023 21:30 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this episode, Pete Mundo is joined by Heartland editor Bryan Clinton to do a deep dive into the Big 12 softball season and take a look at how the postseason is shaping up, plus they touch on the latest ESPN FPI rankings on the football side!
Big 12 Ranks FIVE Teams in ESPN 2023 Football Power Index
April 19, 2023 01:04 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBThe Big 12 Conference had five teams ranked in the Top 25 of the 2023 ESPN FPI (Football Power Index). But as Pete Mundo discusses, it's interesting which teams are at the bottom of the rankings. Also, it's already been a huge week for K-State, plus college softball gets underappreciated!
Big 12 Colorado, Arizona Rumor Mill Runs Wild
April 14, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBThis was a wild week in the Big 12 expansion rumor mill, with Colorado taking center stage. Pete Mundo dives into what happened this week with the Buffaloes athletic director and why Arizona is No. 2 in this entire conversation right now. Subscribe to the channel!
Big 12 vs. Pac-12 Fires Up Fans, Baylor's Disappointing Sports Seasons: David Smoak, SicEm365 Interview
April 13, 2023 19:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThe Big 12 vs. Pac-12 drama has only continued this week, plus, what went wrong for the Baylor Bears this season in football and basketball? SicEm365's David Smoak joined Pete Mundo to talk about the latest Big 12 expansion rumors and Baylor athletics!
'Watch Colorado' in Big 12 Expansion Rumors
April 11, 2023 01:24 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBIs it time to "watch Colorado" in Big 12 expansion rumors? Pete Mundo dives into the latest as we sit in what appears to be the calm before the storm. Plus, more bad news for the Pac-12 (12:22), while Iowa State gives an extension to basketball coach T.J. Otzelberger (16:50).
Is K-State the Hottest Big 12 Program Today? | Tim Fitzgerald, GoPowercat
April 06, 2023 16:32 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBThe Kansas State Wildcats may be the hottest team in the Big 12 right now after a great football and basketball season. GoPowercat's Tim Fitzgerald joined Pete Mundo to talk about the Cats, but also the Big 12's future, the Pac-12's missteps and much more.
Should the Big 12 Consider UConn or San Diego State?
April 05, 2023 20:46 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBAfter the NCAA Tournament Title Game featured UConn and San Diego State, should either team be a target for the Big 12 Conference in expansion? Join Pete Mundo for the discussion, plus the latest report from CBS Sports on the Pac-12's TV future isn't bright.
Fresno State Claims Big 12 Interest, Plus Big 12 March Madness Bust
March 29, 2023 01:16 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBIs the Big 12 Conference actually seriously considering Fresno State for conference expansion, or is Fresno State looking to use the Big 12 for their own reasons? Pete Mundo of Heartland College Sports explains the situation. Plus, Dan Wetzel at Yahoo! Sports takes a dig at the Big 12 (6:52). And Pete explains why the Big 12 basketball season was ultimately a bust (14:36).
The Big 12 Does Not Have a Team in the Final Four For the First Time Since 2017
March 27, 2023 16:48 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBThe Big 12 Conference went 0-2 in Elite 8 games, with Kansas State and Texas both losing their games. So the Big 12 will not have a team in the Final Four for the first time since 2017. What are the top stories coming out of the weekend and what does it mean for the futures of the program and the league?
Elite 8 Big 12 Predictions, Previews
March 25, 2023 19:10 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBThe Big 12 has two teams in the Elite 8 and here are Pete Mundo's predictions for Kansas State vs. FAU and Texas vs. Miami (FL).