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Cyclone Fanatic
Hosted by Chris Williams · EN
Premium Iowa State coverage without the filter. Sharp analysis, strong opinions, and real conversations from the voices at Cyclone Fanatic — the largest Iowa State community on the internet. If it matters to Cyclone Nation, we’re talking about it.
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Williams & Blum: Comfortability rankings for every ISU position group
3d ago00:56:14Tap to summarizeChris Williams and Brent Blum go position-by-position to rank Iowa State’s roster in terms of comfortability. Plus, the guys analyze the first quarterback commitment of the Jimmy Rogers era. All presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Beat Reporters: Milan to Kentucky, Lipsey's future, and Melvin Ejim's 48
6d ago00:56:23Tap to summarizeJake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray put a bow on the Milan Momcilovic saga that lands him at Kentucky. What does Tamin Lipsey's future look like as he makes his way around NBA workouts? The Wheel brings the good, the bad, and the ugly. All this and more courtesy of Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →DAILY CLONE: What are the expectations for Jaylen Raynor? (June 4, 2026)
6d ago00:09:35Tap to summarizeJake Brend shares what his realistic expectations for Jaylen Raynor in his one season as a Cyclone and the type of legacy he could leave in Ames. Presented by Wyffles Hybrids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →DAILY CLONE: Buy, Sell, Hold for Big 12 football coaches (June 3, 2026)
1w ago00:20:49Tap to summarizeJake Brend decides whether he'll buy, sell or hold every Big 12 football coach. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Williams & Blum: SEC/Big Ten joint statement, Wesley Johnson, and more
1w ago01:04:19Tap to summarizeChris Williams and Brent Blum dive into the big day on Capitol Hill in college sports, as the Big Ten and SEC released a joint statement. What's best for college sports? Spinning the wheel of ISU history and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →DAILY CLONE: Milan to Kentucky, Lipsey talks to media after Golden State workout (June 2nd, 2026)
1w ago00:07:39Tap to summarizeMilan Momcilovic commits to Kentucky and Tamin Lipsey is interviewed following his workout with Golden State to discuss the feedback he's received and how he's handling the pressure. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Post-2010 Cyclone Basketball Blind Draft | DAILY CLONE (June 1, 2026)
1w ago00:15:26Tap to summarizeJake Brend and Aiden Wyatt blind draft 10 Iowa State basketball players since 2010. Brend has to build a starting five, bench three and cut two. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Williams & Blum: Congress vs. College Sports, Momcilovic Gone & Texas Tech Fires Back
1w ago00:49:35Tap to summarizeChris Williams and Brent Blum dive into the growing congressional battle over college athletics, react to Milan Momcilovic officially returning to college basketball, and discuss why Texas Tech has become the Big 12’s biggest villain — and maybe its biggest hope. 🏛️ Congress is finally stepping into college sports Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell, Nick Saban, Cody Campbell, and even the president of the New York Yankees are now involved in shaping the future of college athletics. Chris & Brent break down why this bipartisan bill could fundamentally change NIL, revenue sharing, and the future of the Big 12. 🏀 Momcilovic fallout continues The guys discuss why Milan leaving Iowa State hurts differently than the football departures, how the Tennessee game may have changed everything, and why Kentucky and Louisville are emerging as the favorites. 🌪️ What this means for Iowa State fans From Addy Brown and Audi Crooks to Rocco Becht and Milan, the conversation turns toward the emotional toll modern college sports is taking on fan bases outside the SEC and Big Ten power structure. 🔥 Texas Tech vs. Texas gets personal Steve Sarkisian took shots at Texas Tech, and Cody Campbell immediately fired back. Chris and Brent explain why the Red Raiders have become the Big 12’s last line of defense against SEC arrogance. 📺 Also included: • Why the Big 12 desperately needs playoff expansion • The SEC fighting NIL regulation • Bridget Carleton thriving in the WNBA • Brett Yormark and the future of the Big 12 Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →DAILY CLONE: Big 12 basketball meetings recap (May 28, 2026)
2w ago00:11:11Tap to summarizeJake Brend recaps the Big 12 basketball meetings in Frisco, hitting on the potential 20 game conference schedule, tournament expansion and donor fatigue. Presented by Wyffles Hybrids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Beat Reporters: Momcilovic Withdraws, Kick Times, and Naz Mitrou-Long
2w ago01:03:14Tap to summarizeJake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray react to the news of Milan Momcilovic withdrawing from the NBA Draft and what the fan reaction has been since his decision. Kickoff times are here, and it will be a primetime Cy-Hawk. Going back to the wheel to relive some great Cyclone memories and more. Courtesy of Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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