Pokescast
216 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThe weekly podcast for University of Wyoming athletics, brought to you by the Casper Star-Tribune.
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Pokes & NIL 101 with 1WYO's Mitch Edwards
March 12, 2024 21:49 - 37 minutes - 33.1 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes Mitch Edwards from the 1WYO collective to explain how money donated for NIL is used with UW athletes and the importance of competing finanically with Mountain West peers on this episode of the Pokescast.
Pokes' path to the playoff, Mountain West madness with Gags
March 07, 2024 21:47 - 33 minutes - 30.1 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi discuss the memorial service for the three UW swimmers killed on U.S. 287, the Cowboys' 2024 football schedule and look ahead to the Mountain West basketball tournament on this episode of the Pokescast.
"Legendary" breakdown of Pokes' 2024 football schedule
March 02, 2024 00:04 - 35 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" Rob Jarosh and Jon Mortimer to discuss the Pokes' 2024 football schedule on this episode of the Pokecast.
Wyoming athletics dealing with another tragedy
February 23, 2024 19:27 - 37 minutes - 33.7 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi discuss the tragic death of three UW swimmers and look ahead to what will be an emotional day at the Arena-Auditorium for the Cowboys and Cowgirls on this episode of the Pokescast.
Pokes signing day with Wyoming beat writers
February 07, 2024 21:51 - 35 minutes - 31.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes Alex Taylor from WyoSports and Cody Tucker from 7220 Sports to recap the Cowboys' signing day and offseason storylines on this episode of the Pokecast.
"Legends" weigh in on Pokes football, epic basketball Border War
February 02, 2024 18:54 - 32 minutes - 29.2 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" members Rob Jarosh and Brett Hansen to discuss the Cowboys' offseason football moves and the basketball team's breathtaking Border War win on this episode of the Pokecast.
Football hires and hoops talk with Gags
January 12, 2024 17:48 - 35 minutes - 31.3 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi discuss Jay Sawvel's recent assistant hires and get into Cowboys and Cowgirls basketball on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Legendary" Arizona Bowl recap, Jay Sawvel OC hire review
January 04, 2024 23:25 - 36 minutes - 32.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh to recap the Pokes' Arizona Bowl victory, new head coach Jay Sawvel's offensive coordinator hire and the start of Mountain West basketball season on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona Bowl preview with Gags
December 27, 2023 21:22 - 36 minutes - 32.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi preview the Cowboys' matchup with Toledo in the Arizona Bowl as the Craig Bohl era concludes in Tucson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Craig Bohl's legacy with Wyoming legend Kevin McKinney
December 19, 2023 22:30 - 36 minutes - 32.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, discusses Craig Bohl's legacy and the Cowboys' transition to new head coach Jay Sawvel with Wyoming athletics hall of famer Kevin McKinney on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Changing of the guard at Wyoming, Mountain West bowl picks with Gags
December 14, 2023 19:54 - 38 minutes - 33.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi discuss Craig Bohl's retirement, Jay Sawvel getting promoted to head coach and make Mountain West bowl picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wyoming AD Tom Burman on Craig Bohl's retirement, Jaw Sawvel's promotion
December 07, 2023 18:59 - 22 minutes - 19.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, is joined by UW athletics director Tom Burman to discuss the retirement of Craig Bohl and the hiring of Jay Sawvel to lead the Pokes football program on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Pokes beat writers go on
December 04, 2023 22:26 - 37 minutes - 33.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and colleagues Cody Tucker from 7220Sports and Alex Taylor from WyoSports discuss the Cowboys' 2023 season, the Arizona Bowl invitation and look ahead to offseason storylines on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes regular season recap with Gags
November 30, 2023 19:18 - 34 minutes - 30.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi rewind the Cowboys 42-6 win at Nevada, discuss the state of NIL and the portal and pick the Mountain West championship game this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A bittersweet 8-4 finish for the Pokes
November 28, 2023 23:41 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to discuss the Cowboys' 42-6 victory over Nevada, the bowl picture and more on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reno 9-1-1 or breakthrough road win for the Pokes?
November 22, 2023 18:50 - 36 minutes - 32.4 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi rewind the Cowboys' 49-9 win over Hawaii, make Mountain West picks and look ahead to the regular-season finale at Nevada on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aloha means goodbye Mountain West title, hello Hawaii for home finale
November 16, 2023 23:01 - 38 minutes - 34.3 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi preview the Cowboys' home finale against Hawaii, discuss Craig Bohl's future and make Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Legends weigh in on Craig Bohl's future, state of Pokes
November 15, 2023 02:10 - 32 minutes - 29.1 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to discuss the Cowboys' disappointing loss at UNLV, Craig Bohl's future and the home finale against Hawaii on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can Pokes cash out with a win in Las Vegas?
November 08, 2023 20:53 - 38 minutes - 34 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi look back on the Pokes' Border War win over Colorado State, make Mountain West picks and preview Friday's game at UNLV on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking down Border War No. 115 under the Friday night lights
November 01, 2023 21:01 - 37 minutes - 33.8 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi look back on the Pokes' debacle at Boise State, make Week 10 Mountain West picks and preview the rivalry game with Colorado State on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Previewing Pokes at Boise State, making Mountain West picks with Gags
October 26, 2023 16:51 - 35 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi preview the Pokes' road game at Boise State and make Week 9 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes searching for blue heaven
October 25, 2023 01:04 - 33 minutes - 29.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to recap the Pokes' loss at Air Force and look ahead to Saturday's showdown at Boise State on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
No bye week allowed for Pokes talk, Mountain West picks
October 17, 2023 16:57 - 38 minutes - 34 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi recap the Pokes' 34-27 loss at Air Force on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Air Force week, Mountain West picks and some hoops with Gags
October 13, 2023 17:02 - 38 minutes - 34.6 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi recap the Pokes' upset of No. 24 Fresno State, look ahead to the showdown at unbeaten Air Force and make Week 7 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes take bite out of Bulldogs, soar into Falcon Stadium
October 11, 2023 00:34 - 37 minutes - 33.7 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to recap the Pokes' 24-19 win over No. 24 Fresno State and look ahead to Saturday's showdown at unbeaten Air Force on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cardiac Cowboys ready for another heart-stopping ride vs. No. 24 Fresno State
October 05, 2023 17:31 - 37 minutes - 33.6 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi recap the Pokes' win over New Mexico, look ahead to No. 24 Fresno State's visit to War Memorial Stadium and make Week 6 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes lasso Lobos, gearing up for No. 24 Fresno State
October 03, 2023 17:24 - 35 minutes - 31.8 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to recap the 35-26 homecoming win over New Mexico and look ahead to No. 24 Fresno State's visit to Laramie on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will the ghost of Rocky Long haunt Wyoming's homecoming?
September 28, 2023 21:04 - 35 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi recap the Cardiac Cowboys' win over App State, make Week 5 Mountain West picks and preview the homecoming game vs. New Mexico on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Previewing appetizing home game for Pokes, Mountain West picks with Gags
September 21, 2023 19:47 - 36 minutes - 32.1 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi recap the Pokes' 31-10 loss and Texas, look ahead to a crticial game against App State and make their Week 4 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes pushed Texas, turning the page to App State
September 19, 2023 15:02 - 34 minutes - 30.3 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to recap the Pokes' loss at No. 4 Texas and look ahead to Saturday's non-conference finale against App State on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes will try to mess with Texas, Mountain West picks with Gags
September 14, 2023 21:57 - 39 minutes - 34.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi recap the Pokes' win over Portland State, look ahead to the daunting challenge at No. 4 Texas and make their Week 3 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can the Pokes mess with No. 4 Texas?
September 13, 2023 00:24 - 35 minutes - 31.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to look back at the Pokes' 2-0 start and ahead to No. 4 Texas on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes wreck Texas Tech, Week 2 Mountain West picks with Gags
September 08, 2023 16:54 - 36 minutes - 32.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi recap the Pokes' dramatic 35-33 2OT win over Texas Tech, look ahead to Saturday's home game vs. Portland State and make their Week 2 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seven degrees of separation with John Canzano
September 06, 2023 19:00 - 36 minutes - 32.2 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, discusses the Pokes' upset of Texas Tech, Portland State's visit to War Memorial Stadium after an 81-7 drubbing at Oregon and the Mountain West/Pac-12 realignment situation with John Canzano on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes vs. Red Raiders, Week 1 Mountain Picks with Gags
August 31, 2023 19:58 - 38 minutes - 34.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi preview the Pokes' opener vs. Texas Tech and make their Week 1 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amicus curiae Pokes preview with the firm of Jarosh & Marcotte
August 29, 2023 14:28 - 34 minutes - 31 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes "Legends of Laradise" member Rob Jarosh and former UW tight end Jackon Marcotte to preview the Pokes' 2023 opener against Texas Tech on this episode of the Pokecast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pokes talk, Week 0 picks with Gags
August 25, 2023 20:55 - 33 minutes - 29.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi look ahead to the Pokes' opener against Texas Tech and make their Week 0 Mountain West picks on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catching up with Pokes play-by-play announcer Keith Kelley
August 23, 2023 20:38 - 33 minutes - 29.7 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, catches up with Cowboys play-by-play announcer and KFBC Sportszone host Keith Kelley to talk about his impressions of the team after fall camp as the Sept. 2 opener against Texas Tech nears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For whom the bell tolls
August 17, 2023 21:42 - 35 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, breaks down the dog days of Pokes fall camp and looks ahead to a Metallica weekend with "Legends of Laradise" text string member Rob Jarosh on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A stroll down realignment memory lane with Ron Gullberg
August 10, 2023 20:56 - 35 minutes - 31.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes former C-ST sports editor Ron Gullberg to talk about chasing conference realignment stories when Wyoming left the WAC and the position the Mountain West is in with the Pac-12 being gutted during the latest round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wyoming athletics director Tom Burman on Pokes future amidst realignment aftershocks
August 06, 2023 17:40 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, welcomes UW athletics director Tom Burman back to the Pokescast discuss the latest realignment frenzy and the Pokes' position going forward in the Mountain West or as part of a potential merger with the remaining Pac-12 members. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How will implosion of the Pac-12 impact Wyoming, Mountain West?
August 04, 2023 22:38 - 35 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, gets the "Legends of Laradise" fan perspective from Rob Jarosh and Brett Hansen on the Pokes' fall camp storylines and discuss what the implosion of the Pac-12 might mean for the Mountain West on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wyoming Cowboys fall camp preview
July 31, 2023 21:04 - 37 minutes - 33.6 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi discuss the expectations and storylines for the Cowboys entering fall camp on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Time for summer in Laradise
June 29, 2023 21:05 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, discusses the greatness of legendary basketball coach Jim Brandenburg, UW's 2023 Hall of Fame class, the awkward Mountain West-San Diego State divorce and the countdown to the Pokes' football season with "Legends of Laradise" text string member Rob Jarosh on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are the Pokes ready for primetime?
June 02, 2023 21:59 - 34 minutes - 30.5 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi discuss the Cowboys' television schedule and Mountain West championship chances on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peeking ahead to Pokes' opener vs. Texas Tech with Chris Level
May 24, 2023 17:52 - 36 minutes - 32.7 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, looks ahead to the Cowboys' Sept. 2 opener vs. Texas Tech with Chris Level, the publisher of Red Raider Sports, on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Legends" weigh in on Jeff Linder's roster reboot, high hopes Pokes football
May 17, 2023 18:13 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, discussed Jeff Linder's roster reboot and looks ahead to the Pokes' football season with "Legends of Laradise" text string members Rob Jarosh and Brett Hansen on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Deep dive on state of Cowboys basketball, football with Cody Tucker
May 03, 2023 19:53 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, breaks down the Cowboys' eight-man recruiting class and the state of Jeff Linder's program and recaps spring football with 7220 Sports founder Cody Tucker on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Previewing the Wyoming Cowboys spring game
April 28, 2023 16:54 - 37 minutes - 33.4 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi preview the Cowboys' spring game on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catching up on a wild basketball offseason, looking ahead to the spring game with Robert Gagliardi
April 21, 2023 16:52 - 38 minutes - 34.1 MBThe Star-Tribune's Wyoming beat writer, Ryan Thorburn, and Border War book co-author Robert Gagliardi discuss the latest portal updates for the Cowboys and Cowgirls and look ahead to the spring football game on this episode of the Pokescast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.