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Caleb Polking
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The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Big 12 Media Days, EA CFB 26, tourney expansion, and Big 12 football hot takes
The guys have a number of topics on this week's off-season pod. For starters, Big 12 Media Days were last week, and there was certainly not an absence of headlines down in Dallas. It's anyone's league this year, again. Brett Yormark continues to be exactly the guy the Big 12 needs right now. And, wait, Scott Frost is back?! EA CFB 26 is officially out, generating mainly positive reviews. What is not generating positive reviews, especially from the Rundown guys, is the news of looming NCAA tourney expansion. It's all about the money. To cap it off, the guys each give 5 hot...
2025-07-20
44 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
We're back. And EA Sports dropped a bombshell today.
Unfortunately the business of life kept Caleb and Casey from podcasting in the month of June. But the guys are ready to keep the off-season rolling along, and it helped with the recent news that EA will be unveiling a college basketball video game in 2028. This coincides with the release of EA CFB 2026 next week. We're also less than 2 months away from the start of the college football season as the Cyclones will be heading to Ireland to take on Kansas State. The guys discuss their keys to success for the 2025 Iowa State football season. Plus, today's Factual Five...
2025-07-01
48 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
College baseball regionals, NCAAM tourney expansion, and the best Cyclone uniforms
Back after a month long break! With finals in the rearview mirror, Caleb and Casey are ready to dive back into off-season content here on the pod. They start by pushing back against the recent talk of NCAA tourney expansion, although it seems said expansion is inevitable. Ryan Hammer has his early "Power 30" rankings for college basketball, and the guys comment on that. College baseball regionals are underway. Who are some of the teams we'll see in Omaha? Plus, Caleb and Casey are back with a Factual Five surrounding Iowa State Athletics uniforms. Thanks for listening!
2025-05-31
39 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Higgins and Noel to the Texans, Sheduer's slide, and the Factual Five is back
Caleb and Casey have several thoughts following this year's NFL Draft. Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel both landing in Houston is super cool. A couple other Cyclones were drafted, too. In addition to that, last week was a wild reaction from the sports world following Shedeur Sanders's fall all the way to the 5th round. The Factual Five makes its return in this episode as well! The guys rank their top five best college basketball national champions of their lifetimes. Thanks for listening!
2025-05-05
31 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
NFL Draft, Masters recap, and what in the heck is happening in college sports?
It's draft day! Caleb and Casey are breaking down several areas of this year's NFL Draft. Where will some of the Iowa State guys be selected? How far will Shedeur Sanders fall? The two also were not able to recap a wild and entertaining Masters last week, so that's on the Rundown this week. Rory McIlroy finally did it. To cap it off, the two have an insightful conversation about the current direction of college athletics, with transfer portal madness, NIL, and a looming court settlement. Thanks for listening!
2025-04-25
44 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
And so, the off-season begins
With the Final Four concluded, Caleb and Casey have entered the off-season! However, the guys aren't going anywhere. It's Masters weekend, and the two discuss all the happenings down at Augusta National. What went wrong for Houston in the National Championship against Florida? Joshua Jefferson is officially coming back to Iowa State after some rumors that suggested otherwise last weekend. Plus, does college sports need federal involvement to fix the chaos in the portal and NIL landscape currently? Thanks for listening!
2025-04-12
36 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Update on ISU basketball's roster, predicting the Final Four, and entering the off-season
We move closer and closer to the off-season, but Caleb and Casey aren't going anywhere! The guys take a look at some of the recent transfers who have committed to Iowa State and where the roster currently stands. It's the first Final Four since 2008 with all four teams being a 1 seed. Who takes home the victory? In addition, the Rundown bracket pool is still a tight race as we enter the final weekend. The guys cap it off with their 3 for 3. Thanks for listening!
2025-04-02
25 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Reflecting on the Cyclones' season, portal madness, and the second weekend
Caleb and Casey are back after taking spring break off. The two recap Iowa State's loss to Ole Miss in the Round of 32 before taking a holistic look at Iowa State's season. The guys then talk transfer portal, including some names that are real possibilities for the Cyclones and other Big 12 teams as well as discussing the madness surrounding the fact that the portal is open with March Madness still going on. The guys make game picks for every game in the Sweet Sixteen and cap it off with the 3 for 3.
2025-03-29
37 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Big 12 Tournament Week
March rolls on! It's conference tournament galore in college basketball, and Caleb and Casey spend a good chunk of today's episode previewing the Big 12 Tournament. In addition, the guys make their conference tournament champion picks for the Big 12, Big Ten, SEC, ACC, and Big East. The Cyclones bounced back Saturday with a win in Manhattan. Can the Clones build off that momentum? What is Keshon Gilbert's status? Nate Heise is one of the best players on the roster right now. To cap it off, the guys give their weekly 3 for 3. Thanks for listening!
2025-03-12
54 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclones lose a 2OT thriller, the Big 12 tournament bracket takes shape, and making some picks
Caleb and Casey are recapping a wild couple of games inside Hilton Coliseum, from a dominant victory over Arizona with Georges Niang and Tyrese Haliburton back in town, to a crazy double OT loss at the hands of BYU on Tuesday night. Discussing what it means for the Cyclones as the 5 seed in the Big 12 tournament. Can the Clones still string together a run in March Madness? The Big 12 tournament bracket is mostly set with one conference game to go for each team this weekend. Joe Lunardi recently slated Kansas as a 7 seed in the NCAA tourney. Can the...
2025-03-08
30 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
March is almost here
Caleb and Casey are preemptively celebrating one of our nation's greatest holidays: March 1, which signals the beginning of perhaps the greatest month in sports. The guys discuss Iowa State's disappointing loss against Oklahoma State on Tuesday night, the ongoing turnover problem, and the outlook on the rest of the season for the Cyclones including a massive match-up against Arizona on Saturday. The Big 12 is effectively locked up by Houston for the second year in a row. Plus, the dawn of March means bracketology takes center stage. Thanks for watching/listening!
2025-03-01
42 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclones with a massive opportunity, plus some analysis of bracketology and metrics
The guys are back after a few weeks off! They were unable to cover a bit of a roller coaster that was Iowa State basketball for a few weeks, but find themselves staring at a huge opportunity for the Cyclones, who are on a four game winning streak, heading to Houston this weekend. Caleb and Casey discuss what it means for Iowa State that Milan Momcilovic is now back. They take a look at the Big 12, where Kansas is doing some real soul-searching, Houston continues to dominate, and Arizona and Texas Tech are both playing great basketball. Some picks...
2025-02-22
54 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclone basketball, Big 12, and more
Caleb and Casey are back after a week off to dive back into Iowa State basketball. The guys recap the Cyclones' gut punch at the hands of Arizona in the McKale Center on Monday night. Albeit a nightmarish loss, it was not any sort of setback for Iowa State. And, the perfect bounce back opportunity lies ahead this Saturday in what should be a hostile Hilton Coliseum with Jerome Tang making his return and all the drama surrounding that. Houston is beginning to separate itself in the Big 12 after two miraculous finishes against UCF and Kansas. It seems, as...
2025-01-30
46 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
We're back for 2025
A few weeks off, but the guys are back to kick off a new year of the Rundown. The Iowa State men's basketball team is rolling and has achieved the highest AP poll ranking in school history at No.2. It's Kansas-Iowa State week, which means the rivalry continues on the pod. The guys analyze the massive match-up between these two teams which will be taking place at Hilton Coliseum on Wednesday. Caleb and Casey analyze the beginning of the Big 12 men's basketball season as well. Some hits on the college football playoffs, game picks, and the weekly 3 for 3 as...
2025-01-14
1h 04
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Recapping the Big 12 Championship, talking transfer portal madness, CFP, and more
Caleb and Casey are taking a quick look back at Iowa State's Big 12 Championship loss from a couple weeks back as they were unable to discuss last week. The guys now look ahead to the Cyclones' Pop Tarts Bowl match-up with Miami as well as some of the transfer portal moves the Cyclones have made. The economics of college football are changing rapidly, and we're seeing that unfold live this season. Plus, to finish it off, Caleb and Casey pick the winners of each of the first round games of the College Football Playoffs. ...
2024-12-21
51 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
All basketball special edition episode
It's all things college basketball today! Caleb and Casey got together for a rare special edition episode to dissect the current state of college basketball as we are nearing the end of non-conference season. The guys take a look at Iowa State's promising start to the season, propelling them into the number 3 spot in this week's AP Poll. Maui, Marquette, and a big one tomorrow in Iowa City. The Big 12 has been reminiscent of Big 12 football thus far: all over the place. Across college basketball, it seems many of the blue bloods aren't exactly dominating yet this season. Could...
2024-12-12
46 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
The football team from Iowa State University of Science and Technology is in the Big 12 Championship
For the 2nd time in 5 years, Matt Campbell's squad is headed back to Arlington for the Big 12 Championship. And, for the first time ever, Iowa State has achieved 10 wins in a regular season. Caleb and Casey recap the history that was made on Saturday night when Iowa State took down K-State and preview a massive match-up this Saturday between the Clones and the Big 12's surprise team: Arizona State. The guys also have a plethora of opinions about the college football playoffs to get off their chests. To no one's surprise, these opinions certainly aren't positive ones. The guys...
2024-12-06
54 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclones bounce back and the Big 12 tiebreaker scenarios will give you a headache
Iowa State was able to recover from its two-game skid to defeat Cincinnati this past Saturday, 34-17. Now, the Cyclones are staring at a shot to make the Big 12 Championship, but they need some help. Caleb and Casey dive into the many different Big 12 tiebreaker scenarios, and things could get wild. The guys pick some college football and college basketball games, and then round out the show with the 3 for 3. Follow us on Twitter: @the_rundownpod Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRundownwithCalebandCasey
2024-11-20
53 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclones fall to Kansas, the Big 12 title race heats up, and an even picks segment
Kansas took it to the teeth of Iowa State at Arrowhead Stadium this past weekend. Injuries on defense continue to pile up for the Cyclones, and Kansas took advantage. What do the Cyclones need to do now to have a shot at a Big 12 Championship appearance? All of a sudden, Deion Sanders and Colorado have a clear path to winning the league. Several other teams are still in the mix. Plus, the picks segment remains a stalemate. Thanks for listening!Follow us on Twitter: @the_rundownpodSubscribe to our...
2024-11-13
1h 03
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclones lose their first of the year and crossover season
Iowa State’s undefeated season came to an end on Saturday as the Clones fell at the hands of Texas Tech. Now 7-1, Iowa State heads to face Kansas where Casey’s true fandom lies. The guys pick this game, along with several other games this week per usual. Houston had a big victory over K-State in the Big 12 scene. The guys discuss some tiebreaker scenarios in this crazy conference. Plus, how much longer is Mike Gundy in Stillwater? It’s also one of the best sports stretches of the year, with college football and college basketball crossover season. Thanks...
2024-11-06
1h 08
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cardiac Clones prevail, updated odds to win the Big 12, and CFB coaches on the hot seat
The Cardiac Clones found a way to get the job done in a gutsy win against UCF on Saturday night to improve to 7-0 on the season. It was a wild one, but the magical season continues for Iowa State. Caleb and Casey discuss the state of the Big 12 as of late October and the way the conference fluctuates on a week-to-week basis. The fellas also pick a big slate of games this week, including hitting on an exciting World Series match-up between the Yankees and Dodgers. Kenny Dillingham needs a kicker. Plus, which coaches are on the hottest...
2024-10-24
1h 10
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
UCF comes to town against the 6-0 Cyclones, deadlocked picks segment, and Big 12 basketball rankings
Caleb and Casey are back, and on YouTube for the first time! The guys are talking Iowa State's statement 28-16 road victory against West Virginia in Morgantown. A battered UCF team will travel to Ames this weekend as the Cyclones attempt to improve to 7-0 for the first time since 1938. In the Big 12, BYU and Arizona State are trending up, while Utah and Arizona are trending down. This year's picks segment is back to being a stalemate this week. Plus, with the Big 12 basketball pre-season poll coming out last week, the guys decided to update their own Big 12 pre-season...
2024-10-17
1h 13
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Undefeated Clones and craziness in college football
Caleb and Casey are back this week talking all things 5-0 Cyclones. Iowa State travels to West Virginia this weekend in perhaps one of the biggest games in program history. In Big 12 news, Texas Tech sits at the top, for now. Colorado and Kansas State have a big one on Saturday night. Also, Calebtober could be rebranding to Caseytober in the weekly picks segment. TBD after one more week of sample size. Thanks for listening!
2024-10-11
55 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Baylor comes to town in a white-out and the Big 12 basketball schedule
Iowa State improved to 4-0 last week in a 20-0 victory at Houston. It was slow, but the Cyclones found a way to take care of business. Caleb and Casey preview Iowa State’s chance to start 5-0 for the first time since 1980 as Dave Aranda, who’s on the red hot seat, brings his Baylor Bears to town this weekend. The guys take their weekly look around the always wild Big 12 conference. Is BYU legit? Kansas continues to plummet. What to make of Colorado’s recent success? The PAC-12 and Mountain West are deadlocked in a battle to surviv...
2024-10-03
1h 10
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Looking ahead to Big 12 play for the Cyclones, realignment talk, and the White Sox social media admin
The Cyclones are 3-0 headed to their first Big 12 match-up which is a road trip to Houston. Caleb and Casey preview that game, and then take their weekly look around the Big 12. To no one's surprise, the conference had another crazy week. The guys are pretty even in the weekly picks competition right now. There has also been a massive amount of realignment news on the PAC-12 and Mountain West front that the guys spend some time discussing. As always, the 3 for 3 to finish things off.
2024-09-27
1h 00
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Previewing Arkansas State and discussing a plethora of college football topics
The Cyclones are coming off a bye week and will host Arkansas State this weekend for their final non-conference game. Caleb and Casey preview that, and then take their weekly look around the Big 12. Kansas and West Virginia both need a big one this weekend. How much value are we placing in Colorado's victory over Colorado State? The guys are almost dead even in their picks records going into week four. Finally, they give their 3 for 3 to round out the show.
2024-09-18
57 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
It's a Cyclone state, the Big 12 is all over the place, and the best movie villains
Caleb and Casey are reacting to Iowa State's unthinkable comeback win against Iowa at Kinnick Stadium this previous weekend. There were an abundance of legacy performances. What do the guys think about the bye week placement? Also, the Big 12 is exactly what we thought it would be: chaos. What does Cam Rising's injury mean for Utah. What's wrong down in Lubbock right now? It's a wild slate for the picks segment, the guys hit on their three for three, and toss a factual five into the mix in which they discuss their favorite movie villains of all time.
2024-09-11
1h 04
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
It's Cy-Hawk week
Caleb and Casey begin this week's show with recapping Iowa State's 21-3 season opening victory against North Dakota. Caleb Bacon's injury is a topic of concern. They then preview the massive upcoming match-up in Iowa City this weekend. What do the Cyclones need to do to come away with a victory? Bringing back the weekly Big 12 segment, making some picks, and, as always, the 3 for 3 segment to round things out.
2024-09-05
56 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
The season has arrived and weekly picks are back
After a long off-season, college football is back. Caleb and Casey are previewing Iowa State's week one match-up with North Dakota. They also look at and analyze Iowa State's depth chart which was released this week. Week Zero was a good time, and playoff implications are already in place. Plus, the guys bring back their college football game picks segment for year number two!
2024-08-29
1h 00
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Predicting Iowa State’s schedule, Week Zero’s glorious slate, and NIL deals for Caleb and Casey
We are less than a week away from Iowa State’s season opener against North Dakota, which means Caleb and Casey decided to go through and pick the winner of each game on Iowa State’s schedule. Week Zero offers up some pretty “intriguing” match-ups, including our very own Hawaii Rainbow Warriors kicking off their season. The guys hit the 3 for 3 segment and then round out with a Factual Five surrounding NIL deals. Enjoy!
2024-08-22
45 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Fall camp continues + the best American Olympians of all time
Caleb and Casey are talking some of the recent headlines from Iowa State football’s fall camp. Matt Campbell was seen repping the Cynado logo. The Daniel Jackson injury is a major bummer. How does this year’s wide receiver corps stack up compared to previous years in the Matt Campbell tenure? The guys also take one more look back at the Olympics, and give their Mount Rushmore + 1 of American Olympians in this week’s Factual Five.
2024-08-15
43 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
College football coaches poll, Pitbull and FIU, and the best colors
Caleb and Casey are reacting to the release of the college football coaches poll. Can Ohio State perform up to expectations? Who takes the SEC this year? The Big 12 sneaks 5 teams into the mix. The guys are also hashing on a few more Iowa State fall camp storylines. Pitbull made a big announcement with…Florida International this week. The Olympics continue, the White Sox are a dumpster fire, and debating the best colors around.
2024-08-08
56 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Iowa State begins fall camp and more Olympics
Caleb and Casey are ramping back up on the Cyclone football talk as fall camp begins this week. Both the offensive and defensive lines are some of the most intriguing storylines. The Olympics are continuing this week, and Team USA men’s basketball seems to have gotten back on track. The NFL has unveiled an incredibly dumb new rule. 3 for 3, and the guys round out the pod by discussing the top five animals they would want to have as pets.
2024-08-01
1h 10
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Iowa State begins fall camp and more Olympics
Caleb and Casey are ramping back up on the Cyclone football talk as fall camp begins this week. Both the offensive and defensive lines are some of the most intriguing storylines. The Olympics are continuing this week, and Team USA men’s basketball seems to have gotten back on track. The NFL has unveiled an incredibly dumb new rule. 3 for 3, and the guys round out the pod by discussing the top five animals they would want to have as pets.
2024-08-01
1h 10
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Summer Olympics, the best Clone Wars arcs, and is Nick Castellanos human?
Caleb and Casey react to the Big Ten football preseason poll. How does Iowa stack up? Rutgers with a cake walk schedule? They also discuss what Iowa State would need to do to receive an at-large bid in this year’s CFP. The Summer Olympics are about to get underway. Can Team USA basketball get things figured out? The fellas are also very interested in canoe slalom. Nick Castellanos needs to be studied after he hit yet another wildly timed home run this previous Sunday. To cap it off, the guys take a trip back to their childhood to discuss th...
2024-07-25
1h 35
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
EA NCAA 25 is here, the Midwest regional dilemma, and guilty pleasure songs
After 11 years, Caleb and Casey have come out of hibernation for the return of EA College Football. It’s back, and it’s awesome. The guys discuss some Iowa State storylines from Big 12 media days, including the potential for a 4 man front on defense this year. Will Florida State and Clemson join the Big 12? Talking the MLB All Star game, the hot button topic that is the Midwest region, and the guys’s favorite guilty pleasure songs.
2024-07-18
1h 11
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Big 12 media days, re-living old seasons, and talking the best U.S. states
EA NCAA 25 is a week away. Caleb and Casey are beyond pumped. Who will be some of Iowa State’s highest rated players? Big 12 media days are this week, and along with that comes the Big 12 preseason poll. The fellas are reacting to that, plus some of Commissioner Brett Yormark’s comments. Who are the top 15 college football programs heading into the next 3 years? The guys each relive one of their favorite seasons of all time. Plus, Caleb delivers some hot takes for this week’s Factual Five: the guys’s favorite U.S. states.
2024-07-10
1h 35
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Special guest Chase Ruch joins the program
Caleb and Casey continue this summer’s trend of guests on the podcast. This week, it’s their long time friend and high school broadcasting companion, Chase Ruch. The three take an in-depth look at some of their favorite broadcasting moments from high school. Chase, being a Nebraska guy, gives his *level-headed* predictions for the upcoming Husker football season. Conference realignment is ever-important, the topic of soccer makes its introduction to the pod, and the three discuss some of the best sports stadiums around.
2024-07-03
1h 52
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Big 12 football preseason polls and talking the best sports movies of all time
Caleb and Casey are back this week after a couple of weeks in a row with guests on the pod. The guys recap the CWS and then get into the bulk of the episode, which includes both of them discussing their Big 12 football preseason rankings. The 3 for 3 as always, and then the two deliberate their top five favorite sports movies for this week’s Factual Five.
2024-06-26
1h 07
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Special guest Keller Cox hops on the mic
For the second week in a row, Caleb and Casey have a special guest on the program. This time, it’s fellow Iowa Stater Keller Cox. The three spend some time discussing the College World Series and then move into a conversation about the upcoming Iowa State football season, particularly how the schedule shapes up. To cap it off, the guys discuss their favorite Iowa State sporting events from the previous year for this week’s Factual Five.
2024-06-20
1h 24
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Caleb and Casey welcome special guest Jake Uehling
Long time friend of Caleb and Casey, Jake Uehling, hops on the pod for a special edition episode. The three reminisce on their “glory days” of STRIV TV back in high school. Jake, being a Nebraska football fanatic, gives his predictions on the upcoming season. The guys take a look at the CWS field, give their 3 for 3, and talk about their most hated colleges in what becomes a very emotional Factual Five segment.
2024-06-14
1h 17
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
College baseball talk, reorganizing conferences, and the age-old Cane’s vs. Chick-fil-A debate
Caleb and Casey are back in person for the first time in a while. They lead things off by talking about the NCAA baseball tournament, notably Cinderella story Evansville headed to the super regionals. How would each of the guys structure the college football format to their liking? Caitlin Clark continues to be a polarizing topic, cosmic baseball is a phenomenon, and a look at each of Caleb and Casey’s top five fast food restaurants.
2024-06-05
59 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
A new landscape in college athletics and discussing some of the all-time great sports calls
The recent settlement of the House vs. NCAA lawsuit is paving the way for a revenue sharing system in college sports, changing the face of collegiate athletics as we know them. There have been some more updates on the incoming EA NCAA 25 video game. Both Caleb and Casey’s MLB teams are hot at the moment. Plus, the fellas discuss their favorite sports broadcasting calls in this week’s Factual Five segment.
2024-05-30
1h 08
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
2 hours (yes, 2 hours) of Cyclone talk with Caleb’s dad, Ross Polking
It’s another special edition episode! After doing one back in January, Caleb’s dad, Ross, hops back on the pod. The two dive into a number of Iowa State topics and go down the rabbit hole that leads to a 2 hour episode. They talk about the current state of Cyclone athletics, give their best and worst memories as Iowa State fans, and cap off the show by giving their “Iowa State Mount Rushmore.” If you’re a Cyclone fan, you’ll laugh a little, cry a little, and feel all the emotions. Thanks for listening!
2024-05-24
2h 04
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
EA NCAA 25 is nearing, Casey unveils a (funny) project, and a nostalgic Factual Five
Caleb and Casey are anxiously awaiting the release of EA’s NCAA 25 college football video game. July 19th is the release date and we also have a trailer with a lot of the details. Casey reveals his “all-name” football team. Caleb spent some time at the Cyclone Tailgate Tour. The guys give their 3 for 3 and follow that up with this week’s Factual Five, which is their top five favorite childhood TV shows.
2024-05-23
54 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
NBA playoffs, EA NCAA 25 talk, and discussing some of the best college athletes who didn’t pan out
The fellas are back after taking a quick week off. The NBA playoffs are in the full swing of things. The long-anticipated EA NCAA 25 video game is getting closer by the day. The guys give their weekly 3 for 3, and follow that up with another Factual Five in which they give their top five college athletes who had disappointing professional careers.
2024-05-15
57 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Way too early Big 12 hoops talk and the best Star Wars movies
Caleb and Casey take a look back on the NFL draft. With the college basketball transfer portal closing, the guys each make a way too early preseason Big 12 basketball poll. Plus, the fellas make their picks for the top five Star Wars movies.
2024-05-01
1h 15
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
NFL draft, unveiling the new “Factual Five” segment, and a deep conversation about championships
It was a whole lot of everything in this episode. The guys recap what was more or less an underwhelming spring game, but they still had some takeaways. Cyclone hoops landed another transfer portal addition, making the excitement for next season even more prominent. Some thoughts on the approaching NFL draft. Plus, Caleb and Casey kick off the brand new “Factual Five” segment. To cap it off, Casey poses a million dollar question. Thanks for listening!
2024-04-25
1h 10
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Recapping the Masters, spring football, and hitting on some hoops topics
The fellas are back with their “first” official off-season podcast. Still a lot to discuss, however. Scottie Scheffler took home another Masters victory. The college basketball transfer portal is breaking news every day. Spring football, MLB, and more. Thanks for listening!
2024-04-21
57 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Hoops national championships, spring ball talk, and moving into the off-season
The guys had a host of topics to touch on in this episode. There is some more portal talk in terms of Iowa State basketball. Caleb and Casey reflect on both the men’s and women’s national championships. Who are the fellas taking to win the Masters? Plus, the two end the show by talking a little spring football.
2024-04-11
57 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Reflecting on the hoops season and transfer portal madness
Caleb and Casey are talking Iowa State’s Sweet Sixteen loss at the hands of Illinois. The transfer portal has also been making a ton of noise in recent days, with guys coming and going. Is the big man making a return to college basketball? All of this, and so much more. As always, thanks for listening!
2024-04-03
43 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Clones to the Sweet Sixteen and thoughts on tourney expansion
Iowa State has punched its ticket to the Sweet Sixteen and will take on Illinois in Boston on Thursday. The Cyclone women fell short in overtime against Stanford on Sunday, but it was a wildly successful season. Caleb and Casey also give their takes on the recent NCAA tournament expansion talks. Thanks for tuning in!
2024-03-27
51 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
March Madness is here
It’s the greatest week of the calendar year in sports. Caleb and Casey discuss Iowa State’s NCAA Tournament draw on both the men’s and women’s side. They also look back to the men steamrolling through the Big 12 tournament. How will the Big 12 teams fare in March Madness? Plus, the guys give their takes on each region of this year’s bracket. JOIN OUR ESPN TOURNEY CHALLENGE RIGHT HERE: https://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=240&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=ffe64fe2-226f-43eb-af33-19b47972ff8f&joinKey=47d35fd8-ef04-3dee-94c2...
2024-03-21
1h 03
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
It’s Big 12 tournament week and NFL free agency is wild
Caleb and Casey are talking about Iowa State’s recent offensive woes. The Clones are the two seed in the Big 12 tourney this week. The women’s squad will be competing for a conference championship tonight. Plus, this has been as memorable of an NFL free agency as we can remember.
2024-03-12
59 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
The Iowa State men are eyeing a 2 seed and the women capped off an impressive regular season
It’s an episode heavy on Iowa State basketball today. Caleb and Casey discuss the men looking to lock up a 2 seed in the NCAA tournament. The women shattered all expectations this season as they have clinched a 4 seed in the Big 12 tournament. Plus, how many teams can the Big 12 get into March Madness? All of this, and much more. Thanks for listening!
2024-03-06
1h 04
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
March is closing in, Iowa State football coaching changes, and court stormings
Caleb and Casey are back after a one week skid to discuss Iowa State basketball and the college basketball world as March nears. What do the Cyclones need to do to secure a 2 seed? The Iowa State football coaching staff underwent some changes in the last week. Plus, the guys give their takes on court stormings as that has been a headliner recently.
2024-02-28
1h 00
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
The best Iowa State basketball team since when?
Caleb and Casey are recording in person this week for the first time in a while! The two talk Iowa State’s spot among the nation’s best basketball teams right now. It seems like the Big 12 will come down to the Cyclones and Houston. The guys make their weekly picks and give their three for three as well.
2024-02-17
1h 08
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Massive month of February for the Cyclones and the Big 12 is still a battle (Part 2)
Technical issues forced Caleb and Casey to record this week’s episode in 2 parts. The fellas recap Iowa State’s road stretch and look ahead to the remainder of the season. There are still several teams in contention for the Big 12 title. The guys make their picks, give their 3 for 3, and take a quick look at the Super Bowl.
2024-02-08
19 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Massive month of February for the Cyclones and the Big 12 is still a battle (Part 1)
Technical issues forced Caleb and Casey to record this week’s episode in 2 parts. The fellas recap Iowa State’s road stretch and look ahead to the remainder of the season. There are still several teams in contention for the Big 12 title. The guys make their picks, give their 3 for 3, and take a quick look at the Super Bowl.
2024-02-08
44 min
The BAD Podcast
Basketball and Data: Cyclone Men's Basketball Recap and Predictions with Special Guest, Caleb Polking
My good friend Caleb Polking joins me on the episode to talk Iowa State hoops! We look back on some memorable moments, games, and players through the non-conference schedule and first half of Big 12 play. Then, we predict where the cyclones will go in the rest of the regular season into the postseason tournaments. Key metrics and statistics are included throughout for enhanced analysis and insight! Listen to The Rundown with Caleb and Casey on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ed6TC6VcFgPXV3J3IU0fz?si=07ba90a6a9f14a0b Listen to The...
2024-02-05
49 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclones are rolling, the 2024 Big 12 football schedule is out, and Brock Purdy is in the Super Bowl
It was a wild week in Hilton Coliseum. From tempers flaring in the K-State game, to Iowa State knocking off #7 Kansas, the Cyclones are now on a three game win streak as they head to Waco. The 2024 Big 12 football schedule was officially released on Tuesday. And, Iowa State’s very own Brock Purdy will face Patrick Mahomes in the Super Bowl. Caleb and Casey break it all down and more. Thanks for listening!
2024-02-02
1h 15
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Caleb and Casey have made their return (Part 3 of 3)
Caleb and Casey are finally back to continue The Rundown! Technical issues forced us to record this episode in three parts and with muffled audio, so bear with us. The guys take a look at Iowa State basketball’s massive week ahead, the gauntlet that is the Big 12 conference, give their three for three, and wrap it up with some NFL playoff talk.
2024-01-24
31 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Caleb and Casey have made their return (Part 2 of 3)
Caleb and Casey are finally back to continue The Rundown! Technical issues forced us to record this episode in three parts and with muffled audio, so bear with us. The guys take a look at Iowa State basketball’s massive week ahead, the gauntlet that is the Big 12 conference, give their three for three, and wrap it up with some NFL playoff talk.
2024-01-24
04 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Caleb and Casey have made their return (Part 1 of 3)
Caleb and Casey are finally back to continue The Rundown! Technical issues forced us to record this episode in three parts and with muffled audio, so bear with us. The guys take a look at Iowa State basketball’s massive week ahead, the gauntlet that is the Big 12 conference, give their three for three, and wrap it up with some NFL playoff talk. Thanks for tuning in!
2024-01-24
24 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Special edition episode with Caleb’s dad, Ross Polking
Caleb has his dad, Ross, on the pod who’s a long time Iowa State fan. The two talk Iowa State football as the team heads into the off-season. They then recap the start of the Big 12 slate for both Iowa State men’s and women’s basketball teams. To cap it off, Caleb does some Iowa State-centric Q&A with Ross.
2024-01-14
1h 22
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Talking Iowa State’s bowl draw, Cy-Hawk week in hoops, the college football playoffs, and more
Iowa State is headed back to the Liberty Bowl to play Memphis. Should be a fun match-up and great trip for Cyclone fans. It’s Cy-Hawk week for both the men’s and women’s basketball teams. The college football playoffs were released yesterday, and definitely caused debate across the college football landscape. Caleb and Casey are talking all of this and more. Enjoy!
2023-12-05
55 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Iowa State wins Snowmageddon in incredible fashion
The guys are back to recap Iowa State’s thrilling victory over Kansas State on Saturday night. It was the perfect way to cap off a great regular season. Onto bowl games! Caleb and Casey also make their weekly picks, give their 3 for 3, and talk a little Cyclone hoops following the trip to Orlando.
2023-11-29
1h 11
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Iowa State falls to Texas and it’s feast week
Caleb and Casey react to Iowa State’s 26-16 loss at the hands of Texas. The Clones travel to Manhattan for the Farmageddon rivalry against Kansas State. The guys look at the Big 12 championship picture, make their weekly picks, and are back with the second edition of the 3 for 3 segment.
2023-11-21
58 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Cyclones dominate BYU, Texas comes to town, and the brand new 3 for 3 segment
Caleb and Casey are talking Iowa State’s dismantling of BYU. The Clones will take on Texas for the Longhorns’ last trip to Jack Trice Stadium in the Big 12 on Saturday. The guys talk Big 12 standings shake-up, make their weekly picks, and introduce a new segment called the 3 for 3.
2023-11-15
1h 14
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
ISU/KU recap and college basketball is under way
Caleb and Casey are back to talk Iowa State’s 28-21 defeat at the hands of Kansas. Don’t worry, Casey is back to being a Cyclone fan. Big 12 talk + CFB picks. The Iowa State men’s basketball season tipped off on Monday night. Enjoy!
2023-11-08
1h 15
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
A massive match-up looms for the Cyclones this weekend
Iowa State now sits atop the Big 12 after a 30-18 win at Baylor. Ranked Kansas comes to Ames on Saturday in what is sure to be an electric atmosphere. Making CFB picks, discussing Iowa’s Brian Ferentz news, and talking Cyclone hoops as the season is set to get underway.
2023-11-01
1h 03
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Coming off of a bye week, CFB picks, and secret scrimmages
The Clones head to Baylor this week in an attempt to improve to 4-1 in Big 12 play. This is the third edition of Caleb and Casey’s college football picks. MLB playoffs, and talking Iowa State basketball’s secret scrimmage against Creighton.
2023-10-24
37 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Iowa State is on a heater
It’s the 10th episode of the pod! Caleb and Casey discuss Iowa State now in sole possession of 2nd place in the Big 12. Matt Campbell has the guys rolling. As expected, the new Big 12 teams are struggling this year. Thoughts on the preseason college basketball AP Top 25, MLB playoffs, and early Super Bowl projections.
2023-10-17
44 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Iowa State football is gaining some serious momentum + introducing a weekly picks segment
On a perfect, 10/10 day, Iowa State reigned victorious, 27-14, over TCU. The Cyclones, now 2-1 in conference play, have a winnable game this weekend at Cincinnati. Red River was awesome. The Big 12 after Texas and Oklahoma is still anyone’s game. Playoff baseball headlines, and the guys also introduce a new segment in which they make weekly college football picks for select games.
2023-10-11
1h 09
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Iowa State looking to bounce back this weekend, playoff baseball is underway, and Cyclone hoops talk
Following a loss at the hands of Oklahoma down in Norman, Iowa State is back in Ames this weekend for the Jack Trice legacy game against TCU. It will definitely set the tone for the remainder of the season. The Big 12 looks to be Texas and Oklahoma, and then everyone else. October baseball is here! Also, we’re about a month out from Iowa State basketball. Caleb and Casey discuss it all on the eighth episode of the pod.
2023-10-05
54 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Clones with a much-needed win, college football coaches are heated, and Brock Purdy is still surging
It’s a loaded show. Caleb and Casey react to Iowa State’s refreshing win over Oklahoma State. They could surprise people this weekend at Oklahoma. The guys discuss the Big 12 starting to take shape. Ryan Day among other coaches had some emotion this weekend. Plus, is Brock Purdy a top ten NFL quarterback? All of this, and much more. Enjoy!
2023-09-26
1h 14
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Evaluating Iowa State’s trajectory after a loss at Ohio
Iowa State dropped a tough one this week at Ohio. What does the rest of the season look like from here? It was an awesome college football weekend. Caleb and Casey hash out on all of this and more.
2023-09-19
1h 01
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Recapping Cy-Hawk loss + NFL week one was wild
On the heels of a 20-13 Cy-Hawk loss, Caleb and Casey discuss the game and what it means for the season as a whole. Clones travel to Ohio this weekend. The Big 12 bounced back, while the NFL pumped out storyline after storyline in its opening week.
2023-09-12
40 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Clones roll UNI and it’s Cy-Hawk week
Iowa State was dominant in a 30-9 victory over Northern Iowa this weekend. Cy-Hawk week is here. The guys discuss what the Cyclones need to do to get the win. The Big 12 had some rough losses on Saturday. Plus, week one of the NFL is upon us, and Caleb and Casey take a look at some of those storylines.
2023-09-04
49 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
The season is here
Caleb and Casey are back and pumped to be getting the college football season rolling. They preview Iowa State’s match-up with UNI this Saturday. Week zero wasn’t too much fun. Plus, how will some of the Big 12 teams fare this week? Enjoy!
2023-08-29
38 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
A look at the Cyclone offense and defense, week zero preview, and NFL storylines
Caleb and Casey are back for episode two of the pod. They preview each position group on Iowa State’s offense and defense before talking a little week zero college football. To round it out, the guys discuss some NFL topics as the preseason continues.
2023-08-21
46 min
The Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Introduction to the Rundown with Caleb and Casey
Caleb Polking and Casey Schiessler are here with the first episode of the brand new pod. The guys introduce themselves and the podcast and later discuss Iowa State football headed into the 2023 season plus conference realignment. Enjoy!
2023-08-19
27 min
HowlerCast
Elkhorn North Sports Show: March Madness Preview
After a few months away from the HowlerCast, the guys have returned for some March basketball action. Caleb Polking and Mason Salisbury are joined by guests Drew Harper, Kyler Evans, and Jon Doscher to talk all things March Madness.
2023-03-16
36 min
HowlerCast
Elkhorn North Sports Show: Winter sports are underway + CFB talk
The guys are back to recap the first week of the Elkhorn North winter sports season. Both basketball teams have big match-ups this Friday at Bennington. Is Matt Rhule the right guy for Nebraska football? Who’s taking home the college football national championship trophy? This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials • Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler • Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler • TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler • Website: northhowler.com Enjoy! - The HowlerCast Crew For business inqu...
2022-12-08
39 min
HowlerCast
Elkhorn North Sports Show S4 E1: We’re Finally Back!
It’s been a while, but the guys are back on the pod. They recap the end of the Elkhorn North fall sports season and then give an in-depth preview of the upcoming winter sports season. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler Website: northhowler.com Enjoy! - The HowlerCast Crew For business inquiries contact northhowler@gmail.com
2022-11-30
33 min
HowlerCast
The Elkhorn North Sports Show S3 E6: Football and Football Only
We are back with the Elkhorn North Sports Show! High school football, college football, it's all football so let's talk about it. This week all we focus on is football, breaking down the Elkhorn game, and previewing Mount Michael. We also take our picks for this week's top high school and college games. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/n...
2022-10-06
26 min
HowlerCast
The Elkhorn North Sports Show S3 E5: Rivalry Week
We are back with the Elkhorn North Sports Show! Before we talk anything football lets get you caught up on everything Elkhorn North. One of our most detailed recaps comes first then we talk football. We remember the game against Westview and we have one long rivalry talk. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler ...
2022-09-30
27 min
HowlerCast
The Elkhorn North Sports Show S3 E4: Shutout Part Three?
We are back with the Elkhorn North Sports Show! This week we mention every fall sport at Elkhorn North, and talk about what happened at the game last Friday. Is today's game our third shut out? We will preview that too. It's a pretty dry week for Class A and B football. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler ...
2022-09-22
13 min
HowlerCast
Friday Five: Sunday at the Masters? S1 E3
Welcome to Friday Five on the HowlerCast where we debate the top five of who knows what. This week it is the top five is sporting event we've want to attend. We can all agree that football will be up there somewhere but what is Bed Racing and where does golf rank? Listen to find out! This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic idea contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials
2022-09-20
17 min
HowlerCast
Elkhorn North Sports Show S3 E3: Real Competition and Who is Frost?
We are back with the Elkhorn North Sports Show! This week we recap the Crete game, mention every fall sport at Elkhorn North, and predict this weeks scores. Towards the end of the show we wonder what is next for Husker Football. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler Website: northhowler.com Enjoy!
2022-09-16
25 min
HowlerCast
Friday Five S1 E2: Fast Food? Sandwich Shops or Chicken?
Welcome to Friday Five on the HowlerCast where we debate the top five of who knows what. This week it is the top five fast food restaurants. There are some crazy reactions and has some spicy takes that you won't want to miss. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic idea contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler W...
2022-09-14
24 min
HowlerCast
Friday Five S1 E1: The Ice Cream Debate
Welcome to Friday Five on the HowlerCast where we debate the top five of who knows what. This week it is the top five ice cream flavors. It's a good one and has some hot takes. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic idea contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler Website: northhowler.com Enjoy! - The...
2022-09-14
14 min
HowlerCast
Elkhorn North Sports Show S3 E2: 70-0 Shutout?? Starting 3-0??
We are back with the Elkhorn North Sports Show! This week we recap the 70-0 shutout versus Lincoln Northwest and preview Friday's game. We also talk about the success and standings of the volleyball team. This series is produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking, Mason Salisbury, and Kyler Hanson as hosts. If you would like to be a guest on the show contact Brandon Urbano. North Howler Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler Website: northhowler.com Enjoy! - The HowlerCast Crew
2022-09-08
21 min
HowlerCast
Welcome to the HowlerCast
Welcome to the HowlerCast by the North Howler. Produced by Brandon Urbano with Caleb Polking as the main host, we can't wait to bring you new and unique series. We are on Spotify and coming soon to Apple Podcasts. Enjoy! Socials Twitter: twitter.com/northhowler Instagram: instagram.com/northhowler TikTok: TikTok.com/@enhshowler Website: northhowler.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/summer-strut License code: YBIFVDGKZLQPCSHW
2022-08-31
01 min