Midnight Blue & Gold Launchpad
77 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsA sports podcast all about University of Toledo Rockets sports hosted by Rocket fanatics
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OLB #56 Terrance Taylor
August 04, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBWelcome back Rocket fans! We have an early release episode for you this week, and its a good one! We welcome Toledo Rockets OLB #56 Terrance Taylor to the show this week!! Tune in to get to know Terrance and learn about his path to the Toledo Rockets. We also ask Terrance's opinion on the expectations of the defense for the upcoming season, his thoughts on the recent addition of NIL for the players, and more. TOL!!
Interview with CSC Podcast's Alex Scheer
July 28, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBThanks for tuning in Rocket Fans! This episode, we have a highly knowledgable and dedicated MAC podcaster, Alex Scheer! Alex is co host of podcast, CSC Podcast, covering all athletics related to the MAC conference. Alex discusses his thoughts from interviews with many of the MAC football head coaches and leaders from MAC Media Day 2022. We also discuss the recent conference realignments and how that affects the Toledo Rockets and MAC conference. Rounding out the show, we break down the upcom...
Meet University of Toledo Athletic Director, Bryan Blair
July 14, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBGood morning, good afternoon, and good evening Rocket fans! Welcome back for a fresh episode, and we have a good one! Hosts "Rocket" Ryan and Pat "PJ Thriller" are back with a fantastic interview with new Athletic Director, Bryan Blair. Even though he is the youngest AD in the FBS currently, he comes with a wealth of knowledge and a fantastic resume. Tune in as Bryan shares his path to Toledo and his goals and expectations as Athletic Director at UT. TOL!
Co-Offensive Coordinator/ O-Line Coach Mike Hallett
July 01, 2022 11:00 - 43 minutes - 30.3 MBWelcome back Rocket Fans! We have an awesome interview for you this episode with your Toledo Rockets Co-Offensive Coordinator/ O-Line Coach, Mike Hallett!! We continue our recent theme of meeting your Toledo Rockets' coaching staff as we inch closer to the start of the 2022 season. Coach Hallett also dives into this year's roster on the offensive line and key players on the offense. This summer is heating up, and this episode is just as fuego! TOL!!!
Interview with UT Cornerbacks Coach Corey Parker
June 09, 2022 01:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBCalling all Rocket fans! Welcome back for a phenomenal interview with our new Cornerbacks Coach and Defensive Pass Game Coordinator, Coach Corey Parker!! Coach Parker was recently hired at UT in February 2022, and is a highly accomplished high school head coach at River Rouge High School in Michigan. He led his team 12 of 13 years to the playoffs, 3 state championship appearances, and a state championship win. With a record of 113-34 at River Rouge, Coach Parker developed over 100 players to...
Interview with Coach Craig Kuligowski
May 26, 2022 03:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWelcome back Rocket fans! We have a phenomenal interview this episode with current Toledo Rockets Football Assistant Head Coach and Co-Defensive Coordinator, Coach Craig Kuligowski! Coach Kuligowski shares memories from his playing career as an offensive lineman for your Toledo Rockets, and also takes us down the path of his phenomenal career coaching with legendary coaches such as, Gary Pinkel (University of Toledo, University of Missouri) and Nick Saban (University of Alabama). TOL!!
Interview with Coach Craig Kuligowski
May 26, 2022 03:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWelcome back Rocket fans! We have a phenomenal interview this episode with current Toledo Rockets Football Assistant Head Coach and Co-Defensive Coordinator, Coach Craig Kuligowski! Coach Kuligowski shares memories from his playing career as an offensive lineman for your Toledo Rockets, and also takes us down the path of his phenomenal career coaching with legendary coaches such as, Gary Pinkel (University of Toledo, University of Missouri) and Nick Saban (University of Alabama). TOL!!
Interview with Tight End Drew Rosi
May 12, 2022 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBWelcome back Rocket fans! Join your hosts Rocket Ryan and PJ Thriller for a great interview with recently former Rocket, Drew Rosi! We dive into Drew's playing history from high school, to the University of Toledo, and future plans, including hopefully, a long, healthy, fantastic career in the NFL. Drew discusses his experiences at a recent work out at the Baltimore Ravens mini camp, experiences as a Toledo Rocket, and future plans with his multiple degrees earned from the University of Tole...
Toledo Women's WNIT Tournament Elite Eight
March 26, 2022 01:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThank you for tuning in for an exciting week! Your Toledo Women's Rockets are on fire in the NIT tournament moving to the WNIT elite eight! Join your Midnight Blue & Gold hosts "Rocket" Ryan and Pat "PJ Thriller" as they break down the ladies' phenomenal win against Marquette and their upcoming home game (March 28th) against Middle Tennessee State. Make sure to come out to Savage and support your Toledo Rockets! #packsavage TOL!!
Rockets Men's & Women's MAC Tournament Preview
March 10, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBThanks for tuning in Rocket fans! Join us this week as Pat PJ Thriller and Rocket Ryan break down the upcoming MAC tournament for both the Men's and Women's teams. PJ and Rocket Ryan also dive into the All-MAC conference players and coaches of the year and review the phenomenal 2021-2022 season for your Toledo Rockets Basketball! TOL!!
Rockets Football 2022 Season
February 25, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBHow's it going Rocket fans?!? Your hosts Rocket Ryan and Pat PJ Thriller have a waaaayyy too early overview for the upcoming 2022 football season. Hopeful for a spring game this year, we discuss a few spotlight transfers and recruits signed for the upcoming season and where they might fit in this talented roster. TOL!!
Toledo Rockets Men and Women Basketball
February 10, 2022 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBThank you for tuning in! This week, your hosts Rocket Ryan and PJ Thriller breakdown both the men's and women's fantastic basketball seasons. Tune in as they highlight stand out players and stats from both teams through the season so far, and discuss the upcoming schedule and opponents as we edge closer to the MAC championship bracket and March madness! TOL!!
Toledo Rockets Men and Women Basketball
February 10, 2022 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBThank you for tuning in! This week, your hosts Rocket Ryan and PJ Thriller breakdown both the men's and women's fantastic basketball seasons. Tune in as they highlight stand out players and stats from both teams through the season so far, and discuss the upcoming schedule and opponents as we edge closer to the MAC championship bracket and March madness! TOL!!
Interview W/ Keith Dunbar
January 20, 2022 01:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBGood morning, good afternoon, and good evening Rocket fans! Tune in for a great episode this week! Your hosts, "Rocket" Ryan & Pat "PJ Thriller" interview former Toledo Rocket, the "ole 4-5er" defensive end Keith Dunbar. Keith reminisces with memories of his path to the University of Toledo, and his time as a Rocket. The trio also discuss rumors and updated news regarding an offensive coordinator position offered to Coach Jason Candle. TOL!
Meet our Producer Kyle W
December 30, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBHello Rocket Fans! Join your host Rocket Ryan as he introduces our engineer/producer, Kyle W. Kyle attended quite a few football games this season, University of Buffalo vs. Coastal Carolina, Baylor vs. WVU, Texas A&M vs. Alabama, and the Big Ten Championship. Tune in as Kyle briefly discusses the experiences on those trips. Rocket Ryan and Kyle W also break down their thoughts on the recent close loss for your Toledo Rockets in the Bahamas Bowl. TOL!!
2021 Bahamas Bowl
December 16, 2021 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThis week, "Rocket" Ryan and Pat "PJ Thriller", discuss and predict the outcome of the upcoming Bahamas Bowl, Middle Tennessee versus your Toledo Rockets!! Rocket Ryan and PJ also discuss their thoughts of the failed MAC conference expansion and their favorite Toledo Rocket bowl memories, TOL!!
2021 Bahamas Bowl
December 16, 2021 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThis week, "Rocket" Ryan and Pat "PJ Thriller", discuss and predict the outcome of the upcoming Bahamas Bowl, Middle Tennessee versus your Toledo Rockets!! Rocket Ryan and PJ also discuss their thoughts of the failed MAC conference expansion and their favorite Toledo Rocket bowl memories, TOL!!
Toledo Rockets Football Season Wrap Up
December 02, 2021 01:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBTune in with your hosts "Rocket" Ryan and Pat "PJ Thriller" as they breakdown the results of the 2021 regular season of your Toledo Rockets!
Interview with Brent Balbinot
November 06, 2021 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBJoin your hosts Pat "PJ Thriller" Jilek and "Rocket" Ryan Brant as they interview the current play by play voice of your Toledo Rockets, Brent Balbinot! Tune in as they discuss Brent's career and journey to the Toledo Rockets, and favorite memories over the years. Be sure to tune into Brent's podcast, The Rocket Liftoff Podcast, for even more University of Toledo Rocket sports coverage!
Interview with Doug Spidel
October 21, 2021 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBJoin your hosts Rocket Ryan and Pat as they interview former Toledo Rocket defensive tackle and team captain, Doug Spidel! Tune in as they discuss memories from Doug's playing years at UT and also discuss the current team and roster of your Toledo Rockets!
Toledo Rockets vs. Notre Dame
September 09, 2021 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBJoin your hosts Rocket Ryan and Pat as they discuss the upcoming game for your Toledo Rockets vs. Notre Dame! They also dive into last week's home win vs. Norfolk State. TOL!
Interview with Jim Heller
August 29, 2021 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBJoin your hosts Rocket Ryan and Pat as they interview the legendary and iconic Toledo Rocket voice, Jim Heller! Tune in as they discuss memories through Jim's career with the Rockets and your Toledo Rocket's upcoming game vs Norfolk State!
Rockets 2021 Season
July 31, 2021 01:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBTOL! Tune in as Rocket Ryan and Pat discuss their predictions for the upcoming schedule for your Toledo Rockets.
Interview with Brent Parkhill
July 03, 2021 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBJoin our hosts Rocket Ryan and Pat Jilek with a featured interview with former Rocket linebacker Brent Parkhill. Tune in as they discuss stories from Brent's playing career at UT and Brent's current ventures and interests.
Rocket Triple Crown
May 29, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBJoin your hosts, Pat & Rocket Ryan, as they discuss their personal picks for their, "Rocket Triple Crown Events". Tune in to also hear future plans for the podcast!!
Rocket Triple Crown
May 29, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBJoin your hosts, Pat & Rocket Ryan, as they discuss their personal picks for their, "Rocket Triple Crown Events". Tune in to also hear future plans for the podcast!!
Welcome to the Midnight Blue & Gold Launchpad
April 25, 2021 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBJoin us for the official launch of the Midnight Blue & Gold Launchpad! Meet your hosts, Rocket Ryan and Pat, as they discuss their all time favorite University of Toledo athletes.