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BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 482 Big 12 Schedule Matrix ReleasedChad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats live from the Cincy Light Studios. This week Aaron Smith and Keegan Nickoson fill in for David, starting the conversation off with a discussion of the men's basketball schedule home and away opponents for next season. They follow that up with Chad and Keegan discussing the IPF Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there! Turtle's Brew Time Stamps 0:00 - 44:00 Keegan is Ironically Late for Scheduling...2025-06-131h 26
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 481Chad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats live from the Cincy Light Studios. This week Keegan Nickoson fills in for Chad, starting off the show discussing Keegan's trip to Knoxville where he covered the Bearcats play in the regional tournament there. They follow that up talking about Keegan's football camp coverage, before closing out with some chatter about the men's basketball and some advice from Dave to Keegan about weddings. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while...2025-06-061h 22
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's UCF Part IILive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops second postseason game from The Crown in Las Vegas, a loss to the UCF Knights, 88-80, officially ending the season for the Cincinnati Bearcats.2025-04-0353 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's DePaulLive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops first postseason game from The Crown in Las Vegas, a win over the DePaul Blue Devils, 83-61.2025-04-0152 min
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's Iowa State Part IILive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops final regular season game, a loss to Iowa State Cyclones in the second round of the Big 12 Tournament, 76-56, likely ending any hope for the Cincinnati Bearcats of an NCAA Tournament bid.2025-03-121h 13BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's Oklahoma State Part IILive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops final regular season game, a win over the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the first round of the Big 12 Tournament, 87-68.2025-03-111h 08BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's Oklahoma StateLive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops final regular season game, another loss at the hands of the Oklahoma State Cowboys, 78-67, ending up 7-13 in Big 12 play, and finishing 17-14 overall for the season.2025-03-0843 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's Kansas State Part IILive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 30th game, another loss suffered to Jerome Tang and his Kansas State Wildcats, 54-49, moving to 7-12 in Big 12 play, and 17-13 overall.2025-03-051h 00BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's HoustonLive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 29th game, another loss suffered to Kelvin Sampson and his Houston Cougars at the Fertitta Center, 73-64, moving to 7-11 in Big 12 play, and 17-12 overall.2025-03-0144 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio_s_ TCULive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 27th game, an elusive home victory hosting the TCU Horned Frogs at Fifth Third Arena, 75-63, moving to 6-10 in Big 12 play, and 16-11 overall.2025-02-2259 min
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's Utah Part IILive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 24th game, a third straight win, this one at home hosting Utah at Fifth Third Arena, 85-75, moving to 5-8 in Big 12 play, and 15-9 overall.2025-02-1156 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's BYU Part IILive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 23rd game, a second straight win, this one at home hosting BYU at Fifth Third Arena, 84-66, moving to 4-8 in Big 12 play, and 14-9 overall.2025-02-081h 14BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's UCFLive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 22nd game a seemingly rare win in conference play, this one at UCF, 93-83, moving to 3-8 in Big 12 play, and 13-9 overall.2025-02-051h 00BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron presented by Mio's West VirginiaLive from the Cincy Light Studios on The Aftermath presented by Mio's Pizzeria, Chad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 21st game and fourth straight loss in conference play, this one at home in Fifth Third Bank Arena, 63-50, dropping to 2-8 in Big 12 play, and 12-9 overall.2025-02-021h 04
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's UtahChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 20th game and third straight loss in conference play, the end of the Utah road trip, 69-66 at Utah, dropping to 2-7 in Big 12 play.2025-01-291h 03BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S BYUChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 19th game and second straight loss in conference play, the first of a Utah road trip, 80-52 at BYU, dropping to 2-6 in Big 12 play.2025-01-2655 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S Arizona StateChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 17th game and second straight win in conference play, first at home, 67-60 at Fifth Third Bank Arena, improving to 2-4 in conference play.2025-01-191h 01BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's ColoradoChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 16th game and first win in conference play, in Boulder, 68-62, improving to 1-4 in conference play.2025-01-161h 06BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S KansasChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 15th game and fifth loss of the season, fourth straight loss in conference play, and second loss at home, 54-40, at Fifth Third Bank Arena, leaving the team now 0-4 in conference play.2025-01-1244 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's ArizonaChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops 13th game and third loss of the season, second straight loss in conference play, and first loss at home, 72-67, at Fifth Third Bank Arena, leaving the team now 0-2 in conference play.2025-01-0552 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Aaron And Chad Presented By Mio's Kansas StateChad Brendel and Aaron Smith recap the Cincinnati Bearcats 70-67 Big 12 season opening loss to Kansas State.2024-12-3151 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's - Grambling StateChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops eleventh game and tenth win, 84-49 hosting the Grambling State Tigers at Fifth Third Bank Arena, giving the Bearcats their seventh home win this season.2024-12-2345 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's - DaytonChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops tenth game and ninth win, 66-59 at Heritage Bank Arena, a (semi)neutral site for the game against the 22nd-ranked Dayton Flyers.2024-12-211h 18BCJ PodcastThe Mio S Aftermath With Chad And Berg Crosstown ShootoutChad Brendel and Justin Berg discuss the Cincinnati Bearcats victory in the Crosstown Shootout!2024-12-1556 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S - HowardChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops eighth game and seventh win, 68-60 at Fifth Third Arena hosting the Howard Bisons.2024-12-0944 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's - VillanovaChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops seventh game and first loss, 68-60 on the road to the Villanova Wildcats.2024-12-0448 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad, Aaron and Berg Presented Alabama StateChad Brendel, Justin Berg and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops sixth game and win, 77-59 over the Alabama State Hornets.2024-11-2848 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's: Georgia TechChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops fifth game and win, 81-58 over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. This was also both their first road game and road victory.2024-11-2341 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's NKUChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops fourth game and win, 76-60 over the Northern Kentucky Norse.2024-11-2042 min
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's Iowa StateChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats road loss to the Iowa State Cyclones, 34-17. The loss moves the Bearcats to 5-5 overall, 3-4 in Big 12 conference play.2024-11-1754 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S - NichollsChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops third game and win, 86-49 over the Nicholls Colonels.2024-11-1642 min
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's West VirginiaChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats home loss to the West Virginia Mountaineers, 31-24. The loss moves the Bearcats to 5-4 overall, 3-3 in Big 12 conference play.2024-11-1042 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S - Morehead StateChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats hoops second game and win, 83-56 over the Morehead State Eagles.2024-11-0954 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's - ColoradoChad Brendel and Aaron Smith discuss the Cincinnati Bearcats 34-23 loss at Colorado2024-10-2740 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S - Arizona StateChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats Homecoming win over Arizona State, 24-14. The win moves the Bearcats to 5-2 overall, 3-1 in Big 12 conference play.2024-10-2043 minBCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S - UCFChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats close win over UCF in Orlando, 19-13. The win moves the Bearcats to 4-2 overall, 2-1 in Big 12 conference play.2024-10-1338 min
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 450 Coach Wes MillerChad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. This week Bearcats Men's Basketball Head Coach Wes Miller joins the show to discuss the team and preview the upcoming season. Chad and David also discuss the release of all the tip off times for the men's basketball schedule and what networks will host the broadcasts. They also preview the upcoming game in Orlando against UCF, post Hurricane Milton, before finishing up the show with some of the ongoing NCAA changes and Dave's 6-Pack. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch...2024-10-101h 58BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 449Chad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. This week the two start off by giving their final thoughts on the loss to Texas Tech from last week. They follow that up with a glance at the Big 12 as a whole, before taking a look across the collegiate landscape. They finish the show as Dave drops this weekend's 6-pack and Chad has a couple basketball recruiting nuggets. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there!
Turtle's Brew...2024-10-031h 40BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio's - Texas TechChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats controversial loss in Lubbock to the Texas Tech Red Raiders, 44 - 41. The loss dropped the Bearcats to 3-2 overall, 1-1 in conference play.2024-09-2950 min
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron Presented by Mio_s - HoustonThe Aftermath with Chad and Aaron Presented by Mio_s - Houston by Chad Brendel2024-09-2149 minBCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 448Chad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. The two begin the show with their final thoughts on the win over the Miami Redhawks for the Victory Bell before previewing the upcoming game against the Houston Cougars. Dave then drops his 6-Pack before Chad finishes the show with a little basketball recruiting. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there! Turtle's Brew Time Stamps 0:00 - 49:00 Wrapping a Bow on the Victory Bell 49:00 - 1:13:00 Houston Preview presented by...2024-09-191h 46
BCJ PodcastThe Aftermath With Chad And Aaron Presented By Mio S - PittChad Brendel and Aaron Smith break down the Bearcats rivalry loss to the Pitt Panthers, 28-27.2024-09-0857 minBCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 445 Anthony DiFino/Season PreviewChad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. This week Deputy Athletic Director for the University of Cincinnati, Anthony Di Fino, discusses Nippert Stadium for your 2024 season. Chad and David then preview the Bearcats opening game hosting Towson, before dropping their full season predictions. They close the show with a national glance in David's new segment. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there!
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BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 191Following the long July 4th weekend and with Big 12 Football Media Days on tap for this week, there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. First, Brent Young, Aaron Smith, Chad Brendel and Ryan Royer preview their top storylines to watch at the Big 12 Media Days in Las Vegas and take a look back at the recent basketball workouts that Chad was in attendance for. Next the crew hits up the New Riff'n w/ Royer segment and discusses some basketball recruiting quick hits before diving head first into the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more...2024-07-092h 27
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 190 John CunninghamFollowing the culmination of the 2023-2024 college sports calendar, a very special guest joins the pod meaning there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. First Director of Athletics, John Cunningham, joins the crew to discuss year one in the Big 12, update current events across all sports as well as looking ahead to future growth in the upcoming seasons and much more. Next Brent Young, Aaron Smith, Chad Brendel and Ryan Royer hit up the New Riff'n w/ Royer segment and break down some recent notes from Monday's basketball workout before diving head first into the...2024-07-022h 18
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 189After a massive award is given to the University, a special guest who was in the thick of the action joins the pod meaning there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. First Assistant Director of NIL & Innovation, Eddie Taylor, joins the crew to discuss the Institution of the Year Award given to Cincinnati at the 3rd annual NIL Summit, other interesting aspects of NIL on campus and much more. Next Brent Young, Aaron Smith and Chad Brendel hit up the New Riff'n Fill In segment and break down some recent notes from Monday's basketball workout...2024-06-252h 19BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 425Chad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. Chad and David lead off the show with a deep dive into the Transfer Portal. They finish up the show with David's recap on his visit to Spring Football practice. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there!
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1:03:00 - 1:56:13 Davd Does Spring Ball2024-04-041h 56BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 416Chad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. This week the two cover Chad's trip to Kansas, where he witnessed the Bearcats men's basketball team suffer another conference loss, 74-69, before looking ahead to the next six games. They then discuss the Bearcats new Defensive Coordinator, Tyson Veidt. They wrap the show up with a look around the college football landscape and all of the coaching changes, including today's news of John Harbaugh to the NFL. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget...2024-01-251h 33BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast 403 Money and Legislation and Oklahoma StateChad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. This week the two are joined by McClain Baxley from Go Pokes 247 where he covers the Oklahoma State Cowboys. They also discuss the new scheduling changes, as well as the Men's Basketball scrimmage. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there!
0:00 - 22:00 Turtle's Brew Time Stamp - Team Ticker Preview of Oklahoma State w/ McClain Baxley of GoPokes247
22:00 - 1:18:00 Turtle's Brew Time Stamp - More Oklahoma State Breakdown w...2023-10-262h 12BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast 402Chad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. This week the two are joined by Keegan Nickoson from Kansas City where he is taking in Big 12 Tipoff. The three take one last look at the loss against Iowa State, before looking ahead to Saturday's game hosting the Baylor Bears. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there!
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BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast 393Chad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week that was Cincinnati Bearcats. This week the two are joined by Jeff Hansen of Cougar Sports Insider on 247 Sports. Aaron and David also discuss conference realignment, and Chad and David go through all of the FAQs and loose ends from Camp Higher Ground. Join the conversation live every Wednesday night at 8pm on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there!2023-08-172h 12
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 137Following Memorial Day Weekend there is no better time for a special Tuesday edition of the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Brent Young, Aaron Smith, Chad Brendel and Ryan Royer discuss the new additions to the football program and the current state of the team as summer workouts begin. The squad then rehash Chad's road trip to the Memphis EYBL event, the names to watch there and more discussion of the current roster before diving head first into Yo Adrean! and the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more this week on the BBP presented by BearcatJournal.com.
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BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 136 R135Following a massive commitment for the basketball program and plenty of other storylines around the athletic program, there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Brent Young, Aaron Smith, Chad Brendel and Ryan Royer completely break down the commitment of Utah Valley transfer Aziz Bandaogo and his fit on the current roster before touching on the transfer portal haul for the team thus far. The crew then talks about some potential breakout candidates for the football team and introduces a new segment called "Yo Adrean" with Chad's sister Adrean L. Henson of Lohmiller Real Estate before...2023-05-231h 57
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast 370 Pete ThomasChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by new Bearcats QB coach Pete Thomas to discuss his journey in they coaching world and the path to Cincinnati as well as talking some ball on his new QB room with Spring Ball ready to begin. Chad and Dave then give their thoughts on Spring Ball before talking some hoops to close the show. All that and much more on this week's episode.2023-03-022h 01
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast 367 John CunninghamUC AD John Cunningham joins Chad Brendel and David Simone to discuss all the current important topics surrounding the athletic program, including the IPF, Big 12 and Wes Miller's recent extension. Chad and Dave then turn to the rough Tulane loss and a spirited debate on the fallout. Conference realignment expert Dan Simon also returns to discuss the latest news on that front. All that and more on a fantastic episode of the show.2023-02-091h 54
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast 358Chad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Athletic Director John Cunningham, as well as Brian Fox of Cincinnati's NIL collective, Cincy Reigns, to discuss the conception of the collective and evolving relationship with the school and it's student athletes. Chad and Dave later discuss the ongoing hiring of Coach Scott Satterfield and his staff, plus a little preview talk of Saturday's upcoming Crosstown Shootout.2022-12-082h 22
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 350 Chad DollarChad Brendel and David Simone spend the football Bye Week talking hoops with Cincinnati Associate Head Coach Chad Dollar. We start with his off-season promotion before talking about how the team has come together before coach Dollar gives his thoughts on every player on the roster with the season less than a month away. Chad and Dave then take stock on the football season at the midway point with a look at how the team is meeting expectations on each side of the ball. All that and more on a loaded episode.2022-10-131h 46
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 103 Garrett CampbellWith the football team seizing the Victory Bell for the 16th game in a row, staking claim to the overall lead in the rivalry series and a special guest joining the show means there's no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Bearcat great Garrett Campbell joined Brent Young, Aaron Smith and Chad Brendel in replacement of Ryan Royer (Happy Bday) to break down Cincinnati's 38-17 triumph over Miami and an overall synopsis of the team through week 3 as well as some stories from Campbell's time with the team. Brent, Aaron and Chad then wrap up football talk...2022-09-202h 02
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 101 Arkansas With The ShowWith a frustrating game at Arkansas over the weekend and Mr. Bearcat joining the crew for his first appearance of the season, there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Ryan Royer joins Brent Young, Aaron Smith and Chad Brendel as they break down every up and down from the 31-24 defeat against the Razorbacks. Brent, Aaron and Chad then tie a bow on the game discussion and mention some basketball recruiting news before diving head first into the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more this week on the BBP presented by BearcatJournal.com.2022-09-062h 16BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 344 ArkansasChad Brendel and David Simone are back together once again for your weekly BCJ Pod, this week focusing in on previewing the Cincinnati Bearcats matchup in Fayetteville against Arkansas. As they do every year, Chad and Dave also predict how they think the season will end up, game by game. With all of the conference realignment and television deals in the news today, there's plenty of discussion there as well. Join the conversation live on the Bearcat Journal Twitch and YouTube channels every week, and don't forget to like and subscribe while you're there!2022-09-012h 06BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 341 Realignment Expert Dan SimonChad Brendel and David Simone discuss the week of action at Camp Higher Ground to open the show before realignment expert Dave Simone...errr...Dan Simon breaks down the Big 10 and ESPN divorce. David returns to close the show as he and Chad discuss the BCJ survey and future happenings on the site. Plus breaking up with baseball as football season begins. It was one of those nights on the BCJ Pod brought to you by the Holy Grail.2022-08-121h 47BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 340 Jason Scheer And Camp OpensChad Brendel and realignment expert Dave Simone are joined by 247 Arizona publisher Jason Scheer of WildcatAuthority.com to discuss where the Pac 12 stands in the national scene after a wild media day showing, Arizona's interest in making a move to the Big 12 and his battles with the PNW media trying to save the league. David Simone then joins Brendel to talk day one of camp, "disrespect" in the national media, David's Dairy Queen crisis and much, much more.2022-08-042h 00
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 95 Offensive SuperlativesFall camp around the corner and the Peach Jam in the books means there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. With the trip to Camp Higher Ground less than 2 weeks away, Brent Young, Aaron Smith and Chad Brendel look at some superlatives on the offensive side of the football and break down other storylines to watch for. The trio then discussed the Peach Jam that Chad was in attendance for, touched on other recruiting notes and recent basketball vertical numbers before diving head first into the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more this week...2022-07-262h 21
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 94 Peach JamminWith Chad on the road and the Nasty Nati playing in the TBT there was no better time for a late night edition of the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Brent Young, new girl dad Aaron Smith and Chad Brendel touch on the Nasty Nati's opening round game and the recent scrimmages featuring past and present before Chad highlights the names he is keeping an eye on while at the Peach Jam. The trio then discusses the commitment of Malik Elzy and the most recent realignment headlines before diving head first into the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more...2022-07-191h 55BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 337 Wes MillerChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Cincinnati head basketball coach Wes Miller for a summer update on the #Bearcats roster. Chad and Dave then turn their attention to Big 12 Media Days, conference realignment, placing their now unofficial AAC standings media poll and much more.2022-07-142h 02
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Ep 93 Summer BradyAfter a week removed from another highly successful SquatFest a repeat cohost made his return to the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Brady Collins joined to wrap up the SquatFest discussions, touch on some big storylines from the offseason and take a look at what is to come in the next few weeks before Camp Higher Ground. Brent Young, Aaron Smith and Chad Brendel then touch on football recruiting, basketball team news and some accounts from Chad on the AAU road before diving head first into the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more this week on the BBP presented...2022-07-122h 20
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission BBP Ep 91 The Brady BunchWith a host returning and the biggest collection of guests at once, there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Brady Collins has become an honorary co host of the BBP and tonight his four assistants join the crew for a unique look at the football program. Danny Folino, Austin Stephan, Jeremiah Ortiz and Dustin Tripp discuss their journey through their football careers into coaching, reminisce on some past players and events, touch on the current team and where things are heading before getting a surprise from Brady himself. Brent Young, Aaron Smith and newly returned...2022-06-282h 31BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 90 Andre MorganWith Chad Brendel out west for a little vacation, a special guest stepped up in a big way for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Cincinnati Basketball Assistant Coach Andre Morgan joined the pod to discuss his playing days growing up, coaching career and all things Bearcats since he's been on staff. Brent Young and Aaron Smith are then joined briefly by Chad, wrap up basketball recruiting and touch on the football side of things before diving head first into the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more this week on the BBP presented by BearcatJournal.com.
Here are the...2022-06-211h 51BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 332 Dave After DarkChad Brendel and fill-in Aaron Smith are joined by David Simone for a very special edition of Dave After Dark, as he somehow manages to discuss this week in Bearcats Football Recruiting while swimming in a pool, partaking in multiple Jello shots, disrupted by a conga line, along with several Pedro the inflatable donkey appearances, all before a cannonball before a live DJ set at Club Canopy. I wish I was making any of this up. Once things are back on track, Chad and Aaron discuss the little birdies in attendance at the open gym this week where one team...2022-06-101h 43
BCJ PodcastDanco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast Ep 87 Late Night BounceA long weekend of basketball recruiting news and football recruiting excitement means there is no better time for the Danco Transmission Bearcat Bounce Podcast. Brent Young, Aaron Smith and Chad Brendel break down the EYBL event this past weekend in Louisville and discuss some other priority recruit developments. The trio then discussed the names to check out in basketball workouts this offseason now that most of the team is on campus and preview the upcoming recruiting weekend for the football program before diving head first into the BBP Mailbag. All of these and more this week on the BBP presented...2022-05-311h 56BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Podcast Ep 328 Mike RehfeldtChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Director of Athletic Performance Mike Rehfeldt to talk all things Monster Factory. What led him to UC, how he built his career along the way, making the adjustment to working with basketball players, Wes Miller, Mick Cronin and much more. Dave and Chad then turn the talk to the possibility of no longer needing divisions in the new Big 12, who would make the best every year rivalries and questions from the chat to close out an outstanding show.2022-05-131h 53
BCJ PodcastPod 217 BCJ Staff ZoomChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Brett Stein, Justin Berg, Mick Walker and Brent Young to get their takes on everything that has happened in the UC sports world through quarantine. Lots of recruiting talk as Luke Fickell and John Brannen have been dominating the scene through quarantine.2020-04-221h 03
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 216 Jake SopkoChad Brendel and David Simone of Bearcat Journal talk to senior QB Jake Sopko about handling life at home in quarantine, his dad shoe game, QB coach Gino Guidugli still dominating throwing competitions, Attention Training and more. Then Chad and Dave pivot to the big week for John Brannen and the hoops program following the pair of transfer additions this week.2020-04-171h 07
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 215 Luke FickellChad Brendel of BearcatJournal.com and Justin Williams of The Athletic talk with Cincinnati head football coach Luke Fickell about life in quarantine with 6 kids, working with his team and staff from afar, recruiting and much, much more.2020-04-1456 min
BCJ PodcastBCJ Holy Grail Pod 214 Brady CollinsChad Brendel and Justin Williams of The Athletic are joined by the Cincinnati Bearcats Director of Sports Performance Brady Collins to talk about how the UC football program is handling the COVID-19 pandemic, his career in the Strength and Conditioning field, how he continues to train players from afar and much, much more.2020-04-091h 00
BCJ PodcastPod 213 Aaron HimmlerChad Brendel talks with Aaron Himmler, the Assistant AD of Sports Medicine/Head Football Athletic Trainer at Cincinnati. How did he get into the world of athletic training, what have the past few weeks been like with the football team away from campus, his relationship with head coach Luke Fickell and Strength and Conditioning coach Brady Collins plus much, much more.2020-04-011h 01
BCJ PodcastPod 212 John BrannenChad Brendel and Justin Williams of The Athletic are joined by Cincinnati men's basketball coach John Brannen as they talk about quarantine life, reflect on the 2019-20 season and look ahead to the future of the program.2020-03-261h 17
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 211 Quarantine MadnessChad Brendel and Dave Simone open by discussing the recently published post spring 2 deep on offense and the rise of Sauce Gardner before opening up the mailbag and answering questions for the remainder of the show. Most are UC related, but some are just for fun to keep you entertained for an hour while you are passing the time at home. Enjoy!2020-03-261h 07
BCJ PodcastPod 210 Gino GuidugliChad Brendel and David Simone speak to legendary UC QB and current QB coach Gino Guidugli about how he's handling the shutdown, his recruitment to UC, the infamous loss to Ohio State, recruiting Evan Prater, his desire to be a head coach and MUCH more.2020-03-2546 min
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 209 Panic! In Ft WorthChad Brendel and David Simone try to sort through the never-ending stream of updates connecting the Coronavirus to the sports world ahead of Thursday's start to the AAC Tournament. In between, we discuss the AAC Awards, Tre Scott, the AAC Tournament and the first 3 days of Spring Football.2020-03-121h 14
BCJ PodcastHoly Grail BCJ Pod 203 A Few Things To Talk AboutChad Brendel opens the show talking to OC Mike Denbrock and DC Marcus Freeman about the four additions on the second National Signing Day. From there Chad is joined by David Simone to cover the 2020 recruiting class, Luke Fickell to Michigan State rumors and finally the basketball teams trip to Wichita State on Thursday night.2020-02-061h 39
BCJ PodcastPod 193 Thanksgiving SpecialBig 90 minute episode this week with a LOT to talk about. Chad Brendel and David Simone recap the Temple game before turning focus to the many questions at hand for Luke Fickell and his staff at the QB position. That conversation leads into a preview and predictions for the final regular season game of the season as the Bearcats travel to Memphis on Black Friday. Chad is then joined by Brent Young as the talk turns to the basketball team and where things stand after a bumpy trip to the Virgin Island. Topics include Jarron Cumberland, Chris Vogt, three freshmen...2019-11-271h 26
BCJ PodcastPod 189 ECUChad Brendel and David Simone preview the Cincinnati Bearcats trip to ECU on Saturday night, the perception of Desmond Ridder in and outside of the UC fan base, Chad booing Mike Denbrock, the RB split between Mike Warren and Gerrid Doaks, the basketball scrimmage against Thomas Moore and much more.2019-10-311h 06
BCJ PodcastPod 183 Mo Egger And Berg ReturnsChad Brendel and David Simone chat with local radio host Mo Egger about the first three games of the Cincinnati season, managing expectations and the Miami "rivalry". From there Justin Berg returns from his summer absence as he and Chad open the book on the 2019-20 basketball season with the start of practice only a week away.2019-09-201h 30
BCJ PodcastPod 180 UCLAChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Tracy Pierson of Bruin Report Online in the 247 network to preview the Bruins. Chad and Dave follow with their take on the matchup, along with final score predictions. The show closes with 3 new P5 series coming in the future with games to be played against Boston College, Arkansas and NC State,2019-08-271h 09
BCJ PodcastPod 156 Kevin JohnsonChad Brendel and Justin Berg are joined by former Cincinnati guard and budding color analyst Kevin Johnson to talk about this years team, his transition into broadcasting and much more. Chad and Berg then get you ready for an important 5 game stretch that starts Saturday at UNLV.2018-11-291h 04
BCJ PodcastPod 153 Steven Godfrey And UCF PreviewChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Steven Godfrey of SB Nation to preview the UC/UCF matchup this Saturday night in Orlando. Chad and Dave then recap the USF win, talk about the amazing run to 9-1 and then give their thoughts on the Bearcats and Knights.2018-11-151h 04
BCJ PodcastPod 152 USF PreviewChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Ryan Smith of The Daily Stampede to preview the Saturday night contest against USF. Chad then blows a gasket on the cut block rules, the two review Navy and make predictions for the Nip at Night battle with the Bulls.2018-11-071h 07
BCJ PodcastPod 150 Navy PreviewChad Brendel and David Simone look back on the OT win at SMU, preview the upcoming meeting with Navy and talk about Chad's first trip inside the newly renovated 5/3 Arena ahead of the Thursday exhibition game.2018-10-311h 04
BCJ PodcastPod 146 Berg Is BackChad Brendel and Dave Simone recap the win over Tulane, followed by the return of Justin Berg as he and Chad give an in depth look at the basketball team with the season rapidly approaching.2018-10-111h 17
BCJ PodcastPod 142 Craig CareyChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by former Bearcat Craig Carey to begin the show and talk about the start to the 2018 season, his trip to Pasadena and stories from his playing days. Chad and Dave then recap the Miami win and look ahead to this Saturday's game against Alabama A&M.2018-09-131h 03
BCJ PodcastPod 141 Miami PreviewChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by Brady Pfister from The Miami Student to get a Redhawks perspective on the Battle For The Victory Bell. Dave and Chad then give their thoughts on the game, discuss Bryan Wright as AAC co Player of the Week and talk about the Prince Gillam addition to the 2018 basketball class.2018-09-061h 00
BCJ PodcastPod 137 Tony PikeFormer Cincinnati QB Tony Pike joins Chad Brendel and David Simone to discuss the first week of practice at Camp Higher Ground and also Tony tells an unknown tale about the greatest play in UC football history. Chad and Dave also wrap up the basketball teams 2-1 trip to Canada.2018-08-0955 min
BCJ PodcastPod 134 FB Recruiting And Hoops TalkChad Brendel, David Simone and Shane Kinnee take a look at the recent hot streak in Cincinnati football recruiting, and then Chad and David talk some NBA Draft and UC basketball to round out the show.2018-06-211h 10
BCJ PodcastPod 133 Hoops Recruiting And Spring Football RecapChad Brendel starts with guest Brian Snow to talk about the two NCAA April open evaluation periods for basketball recruiting and then Chad is joined by David Simone to put a cap on Spring Football and where the team stands as it heads towards the summer.2018-05-021h 13
BCJ PodcastPod 131 AAC ChampsChad Brendel and Justin Berg recap the thrilling win over Wichita State to claim the outright AAC Title, take a look at the upcoming AAC and NCAA Tournaments and talk about whether or not Chad need to watch games in public for the remainder of the season.2018-03-0700 min
BCJ PodcastPod 104 MichiganChad Brendel and David Simone talk to Kevin Goheen from LandOf10.com to preview the Bearcats Saturday trip to Michigan. After that Chad and David take a quick look back at Austin Peay and give their thoughts on the Wolverines.2017-09-0744 min
BCJ PodcastPod 102 Dan HoardChad Brendel and David Simone are joined by the voice of the Bearcats Dan Hoard to talk some of his most memorable moments in broadcasting and how Cincinnati became home. Dan then gives his thoughts on the team with 8 days before kickoff. Chad and Dave also break down the schedule and give their predictions on the season.2017-08-241h 06
BCJ PodcastPod 98 Ben BryantChad Brendel is joined by recruiting analyst Shane Kinnee and new 2018 QB commit Ben Bryant to talk football recruiting and why the Chicago signal caller picked Cincinnati. Chad then welcomes in Justin Berg for a discussion on how things are going this summer for the Bearcats basketball program.2017-06-301h 18
BCJ PodcastPod 97 Gus RamosChad Brendel and Shane Kinnee talk to Gus Ramos of the Midwest Boom 7 on 7 program about his two prospects on the Cincinnati radar. Chad and Shane then turn to the 15 Most Wanted article from Wednesday and more.2017-05-2535 min