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Talkin' Ducks

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Talkin' Ducks presented by Toyota is hosted by Sasha Spencer (@iamsashaspencer), native Oregonian and accomplished collegiate & professional track athlete. At an early age, Sasha was immersed in Oregon’s Track & Field landscape. Her history with the Duck community gives her the inside edge interviewing UO’s best known athletes and influencers. New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe and download today.

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Jordan Kent joins Sasha Spencer to wrap-up 10 years of Talkin' Ducks

September 28, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Jordan Kent joins Sasha Spencer to wrap-up the Talkin' Ducks Podcast reliving some of his favorite memories from his time covering the Oregon Ducks for the last 10 years on the show. Also, Jordan dives into his career at Oregon, how it led to broadcasting, and the importance of staying authentic. 2:00 The first time Jordan sat in the chair to host Talkin’ Ducks 10 years ago 4:00 Jordan Kent relives his career while at Oregon 6:30 Why Jordan’s favorite sport was basketball while a...

Catching up with Oregon's newest commit Isaiah Sategna shares

September 21, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

Oregon commit Isaiah Sategna joins Sasha Spencer to discuss his love of track and football. Also, he shares his path to becoming a Duck, finishing high school, and why Isaiah chose Oregon. 1:00 Versatility in Track and Football 1:45 When Football became a real dream to chase after 4:00 Transitioning from track to football 5:40 Getting compared to Odell Beckham and other fast receivers  6:50 Raw talent vs trained talent  7:45 What the list of colleges looked like and why Oregon...

Previewing Oregon's big game against Ohio State

September 08, 2021 17:59 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Host Sasha Spencer talks football, football and more football in the latest edition of the Talkin’ Ducks Podcast. This week we look back at the 31-24 victory over the Fresno State Bulldogs and look forward to the huge early season matchup against No. 3 The Ohio State University. Sasha is joined by University of Oregon Hall of Famer Anthony Newman, former Duck QB Joey Harrington and current Big Ten Network analyst, and former Buckeye, Joshua Perry. Topics covered are the play of quar...

Silver medalist Scott McGough shares his Olympic experience in Japan

August 31, 2021 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Scott McGough, former Oregon Duck’s Baseball Pitcher, joins Sasha Spencer to discuss his experience in the Olympic games this year and shares his excitement for winning silver with team USA. Also, Scott dives into his time in the Nippon Professional Baseball league in Japan and looks back at some of his favorite memories from playing with Ducks Baseball. 1:30 Excitement around getting picked to play for team USA 3:00 Getting the call to play in the MLB and getting to the next leve...

Janie Reed’s path to the Tokyo Olympics women’s softball team

August 24, 2021 16:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Janie Reed, former Ducks women’s softball player, joins Sasha Spencer to discuss what it took to become an Olympic athlete and getting to fulfill her childhood dreams. Also, Janie dives into her time at Oregon and what her plans are for after softball. 2:30 Getting onto the Olympics softball team 4:20 When Softball became something Janie would be dedicated to 7:00 The jump to collegiate softball 9:45 Balancing parenting and coaching 11:45 Softball in the PAC-12 13:40 Oregon So...

Kenjon Barner discusses Herbert’s impressive rookie season and the 2011 Oregon Ducks

August 18, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Kenjon Barner joins Jordan Kent to share his excitement for year 3 in the NFL, and what it is like playing with Tom Brady. Also. Kenjon discusses his thoughts on Justin Herbert’s rookie season and his favorite memories playing for the University of Oregon. 2:15 Excitement for year 3 in the NFL 4:00 Playing with Tom Brady 5:50 Thoughts on Justin Herbert’s impressive rookie season 10:00 Greatest Oregon team of all-time 11:30 Favorite memories playing for the University of Oregon ...

Mike Yam joins Jordan Kent to discuss expectations for the Ducks’ upcoming season

August 11, 2021 17:05 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

Mike Yam, from the NFL Network and SiriusXM Host, joins Jordan Kent to discuss the latest news around the PAC-12 conference realignment and how it impacts the Ducks. Also, the two dive into the expectation for the Oregon Ducks this season, and look ahead to the Ohio State game. 1:00 Mike Yam’s wine suggestions for the Summer 2:30 Pac-12 Conference realignment  4:20 Oregon Ducks team identity  6:45 Previewing Oregon vs Ohio State 9:15 Expectations for Justin Herbert in year 2 S...

Dr. Courtney Cox discusses how sports, gender, and social science work together

August 05, 2021 18:05 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

Dr. Courtney Cox, an Assistant Professor in Indigenous, Race, and Ethnic Studies at the University of Oregon, joins Sasha Spencer Atwood to discuss how sports, gender and social science all work together. The two also dive into the mental health of athletes and the relationships that athletes have with teams and the fans they represent. 1:00 Excitement around the Olympics  2:15 How sports, race, and social science all work together 5:00 Balancing fandom and research 7:00 The imp...

Tiana Tozer: making an impact as a Paralympian & humanitarian

July 27, 2021 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Former Oregon rugby player Tiana Tozer share her story of how she went from a rugby player at the University of Oregon, to a wheelchair basketball star and an advocate for people with disabilities. 2:35 Tiana shares her story about how she was hit by a drunk driver and lost the use of her legs when she was a sophomore at the University of Oregon. 6:20 Tiana says she was recruited to play wheelchair basketball while she was in the ICU. 10:45 Learning to play wheelchair basketball....

Kayvon Thibodeaux part II: The legacy he'll leave behind

July 20, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

In part two of our conversation with Ducks defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux, he discusses his life beyond football and the legacy he hopes to leave behind at the University of Oregon. 2:00  How transferring high schools helped prepare him for life. 3:45  Lessons learned from mentors along the way that Kayvon still uses today. 6:30  A special lesson Kayvon's mom taught him about knowing the answers to questions before asking them. 9:00  Kayvon talking about his love of chess. 10:...

Kayvon Thibodeaux has hopes for the Heisman in year three

July 13, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Oregon defensive lineman Kayvon Thibodeaux joins this week's podcast to discuss the new changes to the NCAA's rules on name, image and likeness, leadership and what he hopes to accomplish in year three with the Ducks. 1:50  Kayvon's collaboration with Tinker Hatfield and Phil Knight. 2:30  Kayvon's feelings the rule changes on name, image and likeness are finally coming to fruition. 7: 45 Thoughts on whether more kids will be willing to stay in school longer now that they have th...

Devon Allen details NIL changes & his return to the Olympics

July 06, 2021 17:43 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

Former Ducks track and football star Devon Allen joins this week's podcast to discuss returning for his second Olympics in Tokyo and the landmark ruling that will allow NCAA athletes to make money off their name, image and likeness. 2:00  How this year's Olympic Trials compared to the prior Trials  7:10  How Devon's approach to the hurdles has changed since the 2016 Trials 14:45 The possibility of not having fans in the arena in Tokyo 17:30 Devon's favorite piece of Olympic gear...

Raevyn Rogers details her path from Oregon to the Olympics

June 30, 2021 23:10 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

Oregon Women's Track and Field great Raevyn Rogers joins this week's podcast to discuss her incredible Oregon career and journey to being a member of the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. 1:15  What it's been like since earning a spot in the Olympics 2:30  Making the Olympic team was a huge goal of Raevyn's 5:30  What does it mean to you to "Be Raevyn?" 8:40 Having to re-prepare for her race during the Trials knowing it would be postponed several hours 12:15 The different resources availabl...

Megan Reyes: Advocating for more diverse voices in sports

June 22, 2021 17:59 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

Megan Reyes of More Diverse Voices in Sports joins Sasha to discuss her time working at UofO, challenges she's faced as a woman working in sports and how she developed the More Diverse Voices brand. 2:23 - On forging a career path coming out of college 6:00 - Megan reflects on her time working as an account executive at the University of Oregon 21:15 - Tips and tricks on how to disconnect from social media 29:58 - Challenges that Megan and Sasha have faced as women while working...

Carmela Cardema Baez on NCAA Championships & the Tokyo Olympics

June 17, 2021 16:52 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Fresh off of winning the 10,000 meter women’s national title at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Oregon senior Carmela Cardema Baez joins Sasha to discuss the big race, her upbringing in Spain and her special relationship with associate head coach Helen Lehman-Winters. 2:25 - How Carmela prepared for the 2021 NCAA National Championships 8:46 - Falling in love with running while growing up in Spain 12:00 - When becoming an NCAA athlete became a reality 21:08 - Stay...

Talking track with U of O Sports Hall of Famer Melissa Gergel

June 08, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

Oregon track and field great Melissa Gergel joins this week's podcast to discuss her time at Oregon, her journey to becoming a physician's assistant and why pole vaulters have the best personalities. 1:30  What was Melissa's crowning achievement at Oregon. 5:20  What it was like to train with Stacey Dragila. 7:00  Why pole vaulters have the most fun. 9:40  How Melissa began learning to pole vault. 15:30 Melissa's injuries collegiate injuries. 24:00 Experience working in the Me...

Melody Fairchild: Ducks legend and mentor

June 01, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

University of Oregon Sports Hall of Famer Melody Fairchild joins this week's podcast to discuss the pressures of being named the best female high school distance runner in history, her love for the Ducks and how she's working to help shape young girls' lives today. 2:00  On being named the best female high school distance runner in history. 8:00  The innocence she had as a high school runner vs. the high schoolers today. 13:00 Her struggles her first two years at Oregon. 14:40 W...

Paul Swangard talks new era of Hayward Field + 2021 Olympics

May 27, 2021 01:04 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

The Voice of Hayward Field, Paul Swangard joins this week's Talkin' Ducks podcast to discuss his career announcing track at the iconic Hayward Field, his excitement for the new era at Hayward & the great news that he will be a part of the 2021 Olympics coverage. 1:50  Being named to the NBC Sports Olympics team earlier today. 5:00  On how unique these Olympic Games could be. 11:40 What it's meant to be a part of the redevelopment of Hayward Field and its presentation to the world...

Ben Andrews: from U of O track to successful businessman

May 18, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

Former Oregon Track and Field runner Ben Andrews joins this week's podcast to discuss his time at Oregon and his success in the business world. 1:26  Ben talking about his first time in the new Hayward Field last weekend. 2:16  Petitioning the NCAA for a fifth year of high school eligibility. 3:20  Meeting Bill Dellinger for the first time. 11:00 When Ben gave up running to start coaching runners. 18:35 The qualities Ben looks for in his prospective employees? 21:00 How far tr...

Devon Allen talks track, football and D.K. Metcalf

May 12, 2021 18:34 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

Former Oregon football and track star Devon Allen joins this week's pod to discuss his time at Oregon, D.K. Metcalf's track training and his upcoming season as he prepares for the Olympics. 2:00  Devon talks about competing at the new Hayward Field. 7:10  If he considered himself a football recruit or track recruit when he was in college. 13:40 On winning the Olympic Trials in 2016. 15:00 Devon's 2016 Olympics experience. 17:15 What the past year has been like with no Olympics....

Ducks to Celtics: Amanda Pflugrad's journey through media

May 05, 2021 02:19 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Former Oregon cheerleader Amanda Pflugrad joins this week's podcast to discuss her time at Oregon and her journey to becoming a reporter and host for the Boston Celtics. 2:45  Amanda says the Ducks cheerleading coach recruited her to Oregon. 3:45  What was it like to have her dad and brother so close while she was at Oregon. 5:45  Talking about cheerleading at Oregon and the challenges of being a part of so many sports. 8:45  Why she chose sports broadcasting. 9:50  Talking abo...

Derrick Malone Jr: Football player and mental health advocate

April 27, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

Former Ducks linebacker Derrick Malone joins this week's podcast to discuss his time at Oregon, his battle with mental health and his new children's book: Why Don't Big Boys Cry? 1:30  Why he chose Oregon. 3:50  What it was like when he was told he would redshirt his freshman year. 4:50  When he first noticed himself feeling isolated. 6:40  Derrick never uttered a word about while he was at University of Oregon because he didn't want coaches thinking he wasn't up to the task. 7...

Robert Johnson: Furthering the excellence of track at Oregon

April 19, 2021 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Oregon Track and Field coach Robert Johnson joins this week's pod to discuss how his time time at Oregon nearly didn't happen and what it's like to see the new Hayward Field in action. 3:30  How he got involved in coaching. 5:41  His early coaching days at UCLA.  11:35 Says he originally turned down the Oregon assistant job, but Vin Lananna came back with a second offer. 16:00 Coach Johnson knew he wanted to be more than just a coach holding a clipboard on the sideline. 18:24 T...

Joevan Catron's journey to the Ducks and lessons learned from Dana Altman

April 15, 2021 01:02 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Former Ducks basketball player Joevan Catron joins Sasha to discuss his journey from the south side of Chicago to Eugene, the lessons he picked up from Dana Altman and why he has chosen to make Eugene is his home. 1:20  Growing up in Chicago and how it shaped him into the man he is today. 2:25  He got interested in basketball. 6:00  Kenny Payne and why he chose Oregon. 8:00  What he liked about Ernie Kent's style. 10:00 Talking about the back injury that he suffered in 2009-10 ...

Recapping the 2020-21 Oregon men's basketball season with Joey McMurry

April 06, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

Joey McMurry, radio voice for the Oregon men's basketball team, joins the podcast to recap the Ducks men's hoops season and discuss the challenges of the past year in dealing with COVID in sports. 1:15  Joey on being in Las Vegas last year when the season got shut down because of COVID-19. 3:40  How he had to learn about the men's basketball team along with the fans this season. 6:10  What's it like seeing players you barely knew at the start of the season become big-time contrib...

Discussing the NCAA Tournament with USA Today's Nancy Armour

March 31, 2021 22:39 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

Nancy Armour of USA Today joins this week's podcast to discuss the Men's and Women's NCAA Tournaments, the disparity of resources between both sports and athletes' ongoing pursuits of progress when it comes to name, image and likeness. 2:00  The Sedona Prince viral Tik Tok video. 3:20  Nancy doesn't understand how the NCAA thought that this disparity of resources would go unnoticed. 5:00  The NCAA is not being let off easy on this one. 7:10  Nancy says she points the finger at h...

Mariah Gatti: Thriving through community and coaching

March 24, 2021 22:15 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

Former Oregon lacrosse player Mariah Gatti joins this week's podcast to discuss her time at Oregon, hear new career as the women's lacrosse coach at UCLA and her love of AARMY on demand fitness. 2:30  How she got started in lacrosse. 3:50  Talking about playing lacrosse overseas. 6:20  Says lacrosse is a sport where you must have confidence or you will not excel. 7:20  Where did your confidence come from? 8:40  Talking about overcoming the tragic loss of her mother when she was...

Taylor Lilley-Wild: Giving women confidence through ball

March 17, 2021 02:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Former Oregon women's basketball player Taylor Lilley (Now Taylor Lilley-Wild) joins this week's podcast to discuss her Oregon career, what the U of O meant to her, and her new career as the women's basketball coach at Oaks Christian High School in California. 1:50  Talking about the challenges of managing a team during COVID times. 6:50  Why she chose Oregon. 11:10 How coaches she played for have impacted her life. 14:55 Differences between playing in the WNBA vs internationall...

Ellen Schmidt-Devlin: A pioneer for women in sports

March 09, 2021 14:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

Ellen Schmidt-Devlin joins this week's pod to discuss her 27-year career at Nike, her work in elevating women's sports and her new career with the University of Oregon Sports Product Management Program. 2:00  Her friendship with Bill Bowerman and how she got involved with Nike. 6:00  Differences in shoes runners had and the ones Bill Bowerman was making. 8:35  The first women's tack teams at Oregon. 12:40 Connecting women's track athletes of the 2010s with women of previous gene...

Bev Smith on her career with Oregon Women's Basketball

March 02, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Former Oregon women's basketball coach Bev Smith joins this week's Talkin' Ducks podcast to discuss her career, her love of basketball and the great work she's doing now with Kidsports. 1:50  Talking about growing up in Canada and how it shaped her into the person/player she became. 4:00  What was your first foray into sports? 5:55  Do you remember the moment you truly committed to basketball? 8:35  Why did you choose Oregon? And was it everything you'd hoped it would be? 11:17...

Gloria Mutiri on being a Black student-athlete during a pandemic and a time of civil unrest

February 23, 2021 14:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Oregon junior volleyball player Gloria Mutiri joins this week's podcast to discuss what it's like to be a student athlete during a time of civil unrest and how conversations that were never had before are being had now. 1:20  The volleyball season almost didn't happen. 2:40  Talking about transferring to Oregon during COVID. 8:05  How Gloria grew as a player since her time at Kansas State. 13:30 Gloria says she has to learn to trust her instincts rather than focus so much on a g...

Sasha Spencer talks Oregon, Olympics and legacy with Andrew Wheating

February 16, 2021 14:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Two-Time Olympian Andrew Wheating joins Sasha Spencer on this week's Talkin' Ducks podcast to discuss his unorthodox route to Eugene, his time as an Olympian and what he wants to be remembered for in the future. 1:48  When Andy started running. 2:50  Talking about his connection to Jeff Johnson. 6:10  The intense routine he went through when he got to Oregon. 11:40 The dominance of Ashton Eaton. 20:10 Reflecting on the 2008 Olympics. 23:00 Talking about seeing Kobe Bryant at t...

Edniesha Curry talks Oregon basketball and paving the way for women in sports

February 09, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Former Oregon guard Edniesha Curry joins this week's pod to discuss her time at Oregon, the significance of Black History Month, and being one of the only female coaches in Division 1 men's basketball. 1:10  What did you want to be when you grew up? 1:45  When did you get introduced to basketball? 5:45  How Coach Eddie ended up at the U of O. 8:10 Reflecting on her time in Eugene. 9:50  The importance of Oregon becoming a premiere program in the country. 11:00 Payton Pritchard...

Jordan and Ernie Kent discuss the importance of Black History Month

February 02, 2021 14:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Former Ducks Coach Ernie Kent shares his memories of playing for Oregon during the 70s when racism was still extremely prevalent and what it meant to be the first Black head coach at the University of Oregon. 1:00  Ernie shares his memories of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his brother being a member of the Black Panther Party. 2:30  What was it like being a black player at Oregon in the 70s 4:45  What it meant to be the first Black Men's Basketball at the University of Oregon 6...

Former Oregon Ducks wide receiver Keenan Howry

October 09, 2020 23:26 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MB

Justin sits down with former Oregon Ducks wide receiver, Keenan Howry, to dive into his top five moments while at the University of Oregon, including the comeback win against Arizona State, and the flea flicker pass that helped them win the 2000 Holiday Bowl. 2:50 Honorable Mention: Oregon at Michigan State in 1999 5:00 #1 : Oregon vs Minnesota in the Sun Bowl 1999 10:00 #2: Oregon at Arizona State in 2000 18:00 #3: Oregon vs Texas Longhorns in 2000 Holiday Bowl 26:00 #4: Orego...

Mario Cristobal on the challenges of not playing football in September

September 10, 2020 13:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

Ducks coach Mario Cristobal joins this week's pod to discuss what it's like to not be playing football on Labor Day weekend and the challenges of keeping guys focused in case a season is put together later this fall. 1:25  How bizarre is it to be in the first weekend of September, and not preparing for a game 2:35  The possibility of getting everyone prepared for a College Football season later this year 4:45  Is there any part of this that has actually been helpful because you'v...

LeGarrette Blount on retirement, Tom Brady and The Punch

September 03, 2020 19:10 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

LeGarrette Blount joins the show to talk about what he's up to in retirement, advice he's received from Tom Brady and looks back at his time at Oregon. 00:30 - How retirement is going 2:30 - Best health advice from Tom Brady 4:00 - What do you make of Mario Cristobal’s Oregon program? 10:30 - Greatest memory at Oregon? 13:00 - The Punch 20:30 - What makes Tom Brady the GOAT? 23:00 - Revisiting end of 2014 Super Bowl vs Seahawks See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Bellotti and Harrington on what the future holds for Marcus Mariota and Justin Herbert

August 27, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

In part two with Joey Harrington and Mike Bellotti, they discuss the futures of Marcus Mariota and Justin Herbert and the biggest stars they met while at Oregon. 4:20  Bellotti is very excited for Mariota's re-start in Las Vegas. 5:45  How things will go for Justin Herbert with better wide receivers and tight ends. 7:40  Joey thinks Herbert is better suited for an NFL offense than the Oregon offense. 12:10 Jordan talking about meeting George Lucas in college. 13:00 Mike Bellott...

Joey Harrington and Mike Bellotti on the Pac-12 football decision

August 19, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Former Oregon head coach Mike Bellotti and former Oregon quarterback Joey Harrington break down the Pac-12's decision to postpone the college football season and they discuss how they think this will impact Oregon Football moving forward. 2:00  What have they been doing with their time lately? 2:50  Mike says he's very happy to not be a coach or Athletic Director during this time. 5:00  Joey says we all saw this coming, or at least we should have seen it coming. 5:30  Joey says ...

Breaking down the Pac-12's decision to postpone the college football season.

August 13, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

SiriusXM Host Mike Yam, former Oregon State Quarterback Derek Anderson and former Washington State Quarterback Alex Brink join Jordan on this week's podcast to discuss the big news that the Pac-12 football season has been postponed until at least spring 2021. 1:20  Initial thoughts on postponement of college football season by multiple conferences. 4:20  Talking about the lost revenue of the conference this season. 6:55  What would spring football look like in the Pac-12? 8:36  ...

Looking ahead to the Ducks' season with Kelly Graves

August 06, 2020 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

Jordan Kent catches up with Ducks Women's Basketball Head Coach Kelly Graves to discuss the upcoming season, practicing in a pandemic world and how the pro Ducks are doing in the WNBA. 1:15 - How has the team been adjusting to working out during the pandemic 3:40 - Encouraging signs from the incoming freshman 5:10 - How can the freshman adjust defensively  6:12 - How to plan for an uncertain future 8:45 - Putting in the work now to be ready for later 10:16 - Taylor Mikesell tr...

Josh Jamieson on the rise of Oregon men's basketball

July 30, 2020 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Jordan Kent and Director of Basketball Operations for Oregon, Josh Jamieson discuss his position, what it's like to make NCAA Tournament runs, the rise of the program since 2000, and how the current pro Ducks are doing in the NBA bubble.  1:27 - What the "Director of Basketball Operations" does for the program 2:53 - How Josh got started at the University of Oregon 6:00 - What was it like being part of the Elite Eight run in the 2001-02 season 11:20 - How Oregon basketball was a...

Preparing for the college football season in a world of unknowns

July 23, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

Jordan Kent is joined by former Duck and 8-year NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz to talk about the uncertainty of the college football season, how PPE can help on the field and how well the Ducks are doing on the recruiting trail.  1:53 - Abbreviated season or delaying the start of the season? 7:53 - How hard is it to implement PPE in football 14:00 - What has made the Ducks so successful in recruiting See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Dissecting the great recruiting season for Oregon football

July 16, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

Jordan Kent and Anthony Q Newman examine why the Ducks are having so much success on the recruiting trail, how Mario Cristobal approaches recruiting and what makes Brady Breeze such a special player. 00:40 - Anthony Q Newman tells the origin story of his middle name 2:30 - Why Oregon is having success on the recruiting trail right now 5:58 - Continued success is helping sell the program to recruits 9:38 - Why it is important that 5-star recruits are excelling at Oregon 13:30 - ...

BONUS: Sports Uncovered on the uniform craze that revolutionized college football

July 13, 2020 13:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Bonus episode of “Sports Uncovered: The uniform craze that revolutionized college football.” How the University of Oregon ignited a fashion arms race across all sports, both collegiately and professionally, by going from having Donald Duck as its mascot to trendsetting Nike uniforms that attracted five-star recruits to Eugene. Be sure to subscribe to Sports Uncovered right now to get future episodes of Sports Uncovered automatically downloaded to your device for free: https://art19....

Galen Rupp on his rise to becoming a 2-time Olympic medalist

July 08, 2020 21:11 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

2012 Silver and 2016 Bronze medalist Galen Rupp joins the Talkin' Ducks podcast to talk about his track & field career, training with Mo Farah and how he is training for the postponed Tokyo Olympics.  3:00 - How performing well early helped keep Galen motivated 5:08 - Mindset change when graduating to college Track & Field 7:48 - How Galen paced himself through college and focused on long-term 10:30 - 2012 Olympics, training with Mo Farah 13:55 - How do you celebrate an Olympic...

Sasha Spencer Atwood on the 2022 World Athletics Championship

July 02, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

Athletics & Teams Experience Director for World Athletics Championship Oregon 22 Sasha Spencer Atwood joins the Talkin' Ducks podcast to discuss the delayed World Athletics Championships, her time at Georgetown and the newly rebuilt Hayward Field. 1:57 - Why it is important for Oregon to host the World Athletics Championships.  3:38 - Coordinating with different cultures and countries around the world 6:29 - Collaborating with other cities & communities in Oregon 8:04 - Introduc...

Ernie Kent talks coaching in the age of Covid-19 and Black Lives Matter

June 18, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Former Ducks basketball coach Ernie Kent joins this week's Talkin' Ducks podcast to discuss the challenges that coaches might be facing when it comes to coaching during a global pandemic and the lessons they might be able to learn from coaching during the time of such a significant social justice movement. 1:20  The guys discuss the new Hayward Field. 2:30  What was it like to go from Mac Court to Matthew Knight Arena? 5:00  Talking about the Outdoor Track and Field Championships...

Devon Allen's career at Oregon & prepping for the Olympics

June 18, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Former Ducks multi-sport athlete Devon Allen joins Jordan Kent to discuss his time at the University of Oregon, his decision to pursue track & field, what he loves about football and how he is getting ready for the postponed Olympics in Tokyo.  1:40 - Where Devon Allen has been training since leaving Oregon 3:30 - What it is like transitioning into a full time professional track & field athlete 5:35 - Making the choice to pursue one sport 7:30 - Recovering from ACL injuries, the...

Sports Uncovered: The uniform craze that revolutionized college football

June 11, 2020 16:03 - 40 seconds - 636 KB

How the University of Oregon ignited a fashion arms race by going from having Donald Duck as its mascot to trendsetting Nike uniforms that attracted five-star recruits to Eugene. Download Sports Uncovered: The uniform craze that revolutionized college football today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.