Iowa Everywhere

Murph & Andy: Hawkeyes Must Win, Yormark Out

Iowa Everywhere

Summary

The recent episode features a lively discussion about Halloween plans, college football, and the recent changes in the Big 12 Conference. As Halloween approaches, hosts Andy and AD share their trick-or-treating strategies, with Andy expressing relief over fewer visitors in his cul-de-sac, allowing him to enjoy the Iowa State-Oklahoma State game. AD, on the other hand, prepares for a busy night with his kids, gathering treats and checking in with neighbors about the expected trick-or-treat traffic.

The conversation shifts to the Big 12 as Brett Yormark announces his departure as commissioner, prompting a debate about his tenure. The hosts highlight Yormark's achievements, including securing lucrative media deals and expanding the conference, while also noting the challenges he faced, such as scheduling issues and fan dissatisfaction with Friday games. They express optimism about the future under new athletics director Jared Benko, who will need to navigate a rapidly changing landscape in college sports.

In sports, the hosts analyze the upcoming Iowa vs. Wisconsin game, emphasizing the importance of a win for the Hawkeyes after a disappointing loss to Minnesota. They discuss the potential for a close match and the need for Iowa to improve its performance. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted segment on unusual street names and a trivia game, showcasing the hosts' camaraderie and humor. Overall, the episode blends Halloween festivities with sports analysis and community engagement.

Show Notes

Is Iowa’s matchup with Wisconsin a must-win? Keith Murphy, Andy Fales, and the crew get ready for a huge weekend of college football, including Iowa’s home game against the Badgers and Iowa State’s Halloween-night showdown with Oklahoma State.

The crew also breaks down Brett Yormark’s departure as Big 12 commissioner. What did he get right, what didn't work, and how much stronger did he leave the conference? Plus, a look at the Big 12's future and what Iowa State's new athletic director, Jared Benko, faces moving forward.

Plus, Iowa State and Oklahoma State's Halloween uniforms, the challenge facing the Cyclones, the Chicago Bears going all-in, Brewers World Series celebration, Andy's Ella Langley concert experience, Scott's School, Unnecessary Censorship, and MORE!

Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE!

00:00:00 Halloween Plans During Iowa State's Game

00:04:40 Brett Yormark Is Leaving the Big 12

00:12:00 Yormark's Legacy: The Good and the Bad

00:20:45 Is Iowa-Wisconsin a Must-Win for the Hawkeyes?

00:27:00 Iowa State and Oklahoma State's Halloween Uniforms

00:30:00 Can Iowa State Keep Up With Oklahoma State?

00:34:00 The Chicago Bears Go All-In

00:39:00 World Series Fans Take Over Tampa

00:45:20 High or Low: Andy's Ella Langley Concert Experience

00:58:45 Halloween Trivia and Scott's School

01:04:50 Headlines That Don't Need Stories

01:10:10 Strange Street Names and Viral Videos

01:13:40 Mount Cleverest: A New Trivia Game

01:19:30 Weekend Plans and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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