It’s a wild ride in the Big 12 as more than half the conference still has a shot at making the championship game. In this week’s episode, we break down the pivotal “must-win” matchups for contenders like Utah and Iowa State, dive into the Sunflower Showdown, and tackle the toughest question of all: who’s truly the best team in the Big 12 right now? Spoiler alert—it’s not as simple as looking at the standings.
GUESTS:
Brian Howell - Buffzone
Tim Fitzgerald - Go GoPOWERCAT.com
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No Leg, No Limits: OSU Podcaster Cody Stovall’s Rise
Cody Stovall’s path to hosting Locked On Oklahoma State is anything but typical. In this episode of Big Stories, Cleon Wall dives into Cody’s lifelong Cowboys fandom, his days as a college athlete, and the life-altering health battle that led to the loss of his leg. Discover how grit, passion, and a love for Oklahoma State carried Cody from the oil fields to the podcast mic. Subscribe to Big Stories for more powerful journeys from across the Big 12, and hear the heart behind the headlines.
Guests:
Cody Stovall - Locked On Oklahoma State Podcast Host
Logan Osborn-Stovall - Cody's Stepson
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Preparing For Some Big Rivalries
In this episode of Big Stories, it’s all about in-state showdowns and gridiron bragging rights. Host Cleon Wall dives into the fierce rivalries between BYU and Utah, TCU and Baylor, and Texas Tech’s surprising dominance across the Lone Star State. Plus, Cleon breaks down which teams desperately need a bye week—and why Cincinnati is back on his “Are You For Real?” list.
GUESTS:
Chris Level - Locked On Texas Tech Podcast
Josh Furlong - KSL.com and the Utah Checkdown Podcast
Jason Shepherd - BYU SportsNation
Zach Smith - Waco Tribune
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The Whitmarsh Legacy Lives On at Arizona State
Arizona State’s Kendall Whitmarsh carries a name that resonates deeply in the world of beach volleyball. Her father, Mike Whitmarsh, was a legend in the sport—an Olympic silver medalist in 1996. Tragically, he passed away when Kendall was just five years old. In this episode of the Big Stories podcast, explore how Kendall keeps her father's legacy alive while forging her own identity—both in life and on the sand. It’s a heartfelt journey of remembrance, resilience, and rising talent.
Guests: Kendall Whitmarsh - ASU Beach Volleyball Player
Cindy Whitmarsh - Kendall's Mom and Fitness Expert
Subscribe to Big Stories for more amazing and uplifting tales from around the Big 12!
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An Unexpected Contender Arises in the Big 12
On this episode of the Big Stories Pod, we break down our Top 5 teams from last week's action and spotlight a surprising contender emerging in the race for the Big 12 Championship. When will Oklahoma State finally notch an FBS win? Plus, we preview an exciting Week 7 slate featuring massive matchups: #21 Arizona State heads to Salt Lake to face Utah, Kansas takes on 9th-ranked Texas Tech, and more games that could shake up the standings.
Guests:
Erik Ruby - PHNX Sun Devils Podcast
Mark Van Sickle - The Jayhawker Talker Podcast
Cody Stovall - Locked On Oklahoma State
Alex Markham - Utenation.com
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